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Why AI’s flaws won’t slow its adoption

eSchool News

By now, you’ve likely seen countless variations of “The Robots are Coming” headlines from clever copywriters hunting for clicks. There are legitimate concerns about early-stage AI, including: Security and privacy Of all the issues, this one feels like the easiest to address.

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FETC 2019: Day One

eSchool News

The Expo floor did not open until 4:30 pm on Monday, but educators and administrators were able to choose from 100 workshops, Apple and Microsoft concurrent sessions, and an all-day Blueprint for Technology in Education Summit. Student Data Privacy. Assistive Technology. STEAM and STEM.

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Profile of Asbury Park (NJ) Superintendent Sancha Gray

techlearning

She has been covering inspirational educators and technology in the K–12 arena for Tech & Learning for the past eight years. Monthly webinars will tackle topics such as Student Data Privacy: A Priority and Essential Commitment (October 8th) and Cyber Security: A Critical School District Priority (November 12th).

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T&L’S ISTE 2018 BEST OF SHOW AWARDS WINNERS

techlearning

The judges rated their impressions on a sliding scale, evaluating areas such as quality and effectiveness, ease of use and creative use of technology. They then met in person to decide which technologies will have the most impact in the classroom and deserved to be named Best of Show.

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Want to Organize Your Digital Assets?

EdNews Daily

Project based hybrids, such as software to run a robot, science instruments, and calculators . Yet a good selection process should be applied to new digital curriculum materials if only to ensure the materials are not rogue and outside basic curriculum maps, as well as ensure that they have security and protect student data privacy.

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Hero Awards finalists: 18 schools and educators dedicated to learning

eSchool News

Alex Seage built a career leading technology and innovation in the cruise industry, which also provided him with a deep understanding of the technology needed to improve the experience for cruise guests. Nominee: Alex Seage, Christopher Columbus High School Nominated by: Samsung Electronics America.

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A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 11 Edition)

Doug Levin

Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye the week of March 13, 2017 – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. No endorsements; no sponsored content; no apologies for my eclectic tastes. Strong opinions may be weakly held. Lloyd Doggett, (D- Texas).

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