edWeb.net

APRIL 22, 2019

While the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was last reauthorized in 2004, with amendments in 2015, and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) were updated back in 2008, the demand for accessibility and equality in education continues to grow. Step 4: Conduct regular accessibility audits.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 12, 2020

During a recent edLeader Panel , sponsored by The ProEthica® Program, the superintendent of one of America’s largest school districts spoke with a former state superintendent and other education leaders about key issues affecting students, parents, and educators, including digital access and equity, online privacy, and funding.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 17, 2022

For more information about Discovery Education’s award-winning digital resources and professional learning services, visit www.discoveryeducation.com , and stay connected with Discovery Education on social media through Twitter and LinkedIn. . In August of 2019, Discovery Education announced the acquisition of Inspyro. .

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Beyond just the ability to pivot and be prepared for any type of learning, the pandemic has brought new concerns with “Zoom bombing” and increased outside access to school networks. All of the presenters said that due to the growing sophistication of attacks, they include cybersecurity training as part of professional learning.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Discovery Education —the Charlotte, North Carolina based global leader in standards-aligned digital curriculum resources, engaging content, and professional learning for K-12 classrooms—today announced the appointment of Scott Kinney as its new Chief Executive Officer and Kelli Campbell as the company’s new President.

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edWeb.net

JULY 15, 2020

Before COVID-19, home internet access for all students was a goal—one that some districts even thought they had achieved. But the pandemic and forced distance learning have exposed a plethora of inequities in schools that many district leaders now see as issues they must address. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. Join the Community.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 3, 2024

When teachers engage in this collaborative culture, they share best practices, develop interdisciplinary projects, and contribute to professional learning communities, leading to more innovative teaching strategies and cohesive learning environments. xii cited in Gay, p. Teaching and Teacher Education , 74, 125-136.

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edWeb.net

MAY 19, 2020

The current crisis has highlighted the disparity between students with and without equitable access to technology, especially in rural schools. One of the first challenges rural districts face is broadband access. With not all kids having the same access, they need to figure out how to develop lessons to accommodate all students.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 20, 2020

A key element in any remote or hybrid scenario is equitable access to technology, and Dr. Domenech cited an estimate that as many as 14 million students still don’t have the equipment they need to receive an equitable education in areas where schools may be closed. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Embedded professional development is needed at all levels to take advantage of the benefits of tech for all students. Smartphones don’t equal home access: Students may have a phone, but that doesn’t mean they have home WiFi, unlimited data, or live in an area with a strong signal. Adjust access and support accordingly.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

In the wake of COVID-19, TCS moved the IMFIS program to a 100 percent virtual format, helping improve equity and access to high-quality digital content for educators and students, specifically those from under resourced communities. K-12 students, a full year ahead of schedule. currently teach computer science.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 19, 2019

Teachers need to have a classroom page or account where students and teachers will access livestreams and archived events. While having accessible technology for all students and families is one concern, Dr. Tatom said the biggest concern is about privacy. He began working at Freed-Hardeman University (FHU) in January 2006.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

“Unlike other digital interactives on the market, Pivot Interactives explores concepts using real-life experiments, not animations, allowing teachers to include phenomena-based learning at any stage of the learning cycle. Echoing Peter’s sentiments, we’re excited to join Discovery Education.”.

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edWeb.net

MAY 17, 2021

This edWeb broadcast was hosted by AASA, The School Superintendents Association and AASA’s Leadership Network, providing premier professional learning for educational leaders. He also works with edWeb.net to write articles on their professional learning edWebinars. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST.

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edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2019

Schools are facing new challenges now that most learning involves the web—chiefly, the ability to do work at home or anywhere away from school grounds. While many are looking for ways to provide all students with a device, just having the device does not mean equitable learning. For instance, one barrier to access was library cards.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 17, 2020

Now, the presenters have encountered heretofore unthought-of costs like extended loaner devices, increased repair costs from home use, and distance learning options. Some are also becoming de facto internet service providers as they try to provide WiFi accessibility. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

For 16 years Ann led the district team that provided professional development on technology and 21st century instructional strategies to 4,000 professional educators serving 50,000 students. Ann served as co-chair of Texas Education Technology Advisory Committee which developed the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 4, 2019

He has presented regionally, statewide and nationally on topics that have a foundation in professional learning communities and innovative schools. During that time Ann also co-chaired the Texas Education Technology Advisory Committee which developed the Texas Education Agency’s Long Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2019

While teachers may complain, having website filters and blocks can decrease the possibility of criminals accessing the schools’ tech through the web. Additional questions include: Who has access to data on site and at a vendor? ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources.

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edWeb.net

JULY 31, 2019

School- and district-wide wireless internet access is no longer a nice-to-have—it’s a must have. And with staff, teachers, parents, and students needing 24/7 access, there’s never a good time for down time. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources. Join the Community.

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EdTechSandyK

MARCH 7, 2012

Johnny Vaselka , Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) Public Education Visioning Institute: Creating a New Vision for Public Education in Texas - A group of 35 superintendents in Texas produced this document in 2006. The New Digital Learning Environment II. New Learning Standards III.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 1, 2020

For 16 years Ann led the district team that provided professional development on technology and 21st century instructional strategies to 4,000 professional educators serving 50,000 students. Ann served as co-chair of Texas Education Technology Advisory Committee which developed the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 19, 2019

Embed Technology in Instructional Practice: If students are going to be tested with tech, then they need to be learning that way on a regular basis. This means, said Robbins, that principals and superintendents need to understand the realities of home tech access for their students. Do they have reliable Wi-Fi?

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 22, 2018

What about your own professional learning? ” Darryl has been recognized for his innovation in putting WiFi on school buses in his district and parking them in neighborhoods where students didn’t have internet access. Leadership is about action and is reflected in Eric’s keys to strong leadership: L earn.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 22, 2019

While the presenters named several reasons they chose to move to the cloud, their top reason was equitable access to edtech. First, all programs are accessible to all students and teachers. If one pathway goes down, students and teachers will still have access. IT should plan for more bandwidth than they think they’ll ever need.

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techlearning

OCTOBER 9, 2018

The best practices found in effective professional learning communities (PLCs) can help us significantly. Clearly the research shows repetitive themes in community building and job satisfaction for teaching professionals. Accessed 18 Apr. Accessed 20 Apr. 2004) What is a “Professional Learning Community”?

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Make equitable access a priority. Typically, one goal of a 1:1 environment is 24/7 access to learning for both students and teachers. Many students, though, may not have ready access to the Internet at home. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

For 16 years Ann led the district team that provided professional development on technology and 21st century instructional strategies to 4,000 professional educators serving 50,000 students. Ann served as co-chair of Texas Education Technology Advisory Committee which developed the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Lilly explained that his schools, for instance, have frequent administrative access audits to ensure they can’t see information, like social security numbers, they shouldn’t. With few on-site licenses, educators and students will have no access to their materials. These records need similar levels of protection. Join the Community.

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MindShift

APRIL 25, 2019

Lab activities can be one of the most effective ways to show children how global warming works on an accessible scale. The 2006 film An Inconvenient Truth and its 2017 sequel, An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth To Power have curricular materials created in partnership with the National Wildlife Federation.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 28, 2017

WEBINAR PLATFORM : The sessions will be held in Blackboard Collaborate , and can be accessed live from any personal computer and most mobile devices. of Library and Information Science Session Proposal / Comment Area: [link] Understanding Expertise and Competencies Through the Lens of Threshold Concepts Virginia M.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

During the “ National Coalition for Technology in Education and Training (NCTET) Virtual Post-Inauguration Awards and Policy Panel ,” the presenters discussed the intersection of technology and education and what’s needed to create sustainable, equitable access to a 21st century education. Join the Community.

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MindShift

JANUARY 20, 2017

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics recommends that at least 50 percent of mathematics instruction focus on spatial reasoning (National Council of Teachers of Mathematics [NCTM], 2006, 2010). Spatial reasoning provides multiple entry points and equitable access to mathematics. Catherine D. Zachary Hawes is a Ph.D.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

But you can own access to the full library by buying the Summit all-access pass, which is $99, a $50 savings from the price after the 25th. Buy the all-access pass here and have access to all the sessions and bonus materials forever. Today she serves as the director of digital engagement and professional learning.

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