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U.S. K-12 Educational Technology Policy: Historical Notes on the Federal Role

Doug Levin

For each of the three primary (equity-focused) federal educational technology programs authorized by Congress since the passage of the 1994 revision to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), below I provide details on the programs’: legislative authorization (i.e., FY 2001: $450,000,000.

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With Budget Cuts Looming, Here’s How Districts Will Decide What to Keep or Cut

Edsurge

The Learning Policy Institute calculates the cost of distance learning at about $500 per student for a total of $3.7 Here are five existing policies that policymakers and local officials are likely to lean on to ensure that funds are used effectively, with regard to investments in remote learning programs and services.

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A Unified Approach for Digital Integration

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A former secondary and college journalism and writing instructor, Bridget holds an MFA from Eastern Washington University. Before joining Digital Promise, Christina led program evaluations for federal and state initiatives and delivered professional development and technical assistance to school districts at Measurement Incorporated.

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Michigan School Administrators’ Journey Toward Increased Equity and Inclusion

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To help with this work, there is also an Educational Justice Assessment and Transformation Tool, which can help educators evaluate and improve key aspects of a district plan, such as relationships and climate, student behavior and discipline, policies and procedures, and teaching and learning.

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5 Principles for Evaluating State Test Scores

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Before joining Digital Promise, Christina led program evaluations for federal and state initiatives and delivered professional development and technical assistance to school districts at Measurement Incorporated. Christina earned a Ph.D. Join the Community.