edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

As schools and districts strive to meet their existing technology needs and prepare for the future, access to federal and state funding, along with other grants, is making a major difference in whether students engage in 21 st century learning or are left behind. Accessing the E-Rate and Matching State Funds.

E-rate 45

E-rate EdTech Broadband Libraries 45

Edsurge

APRIL 4, 2019

After seven years of coordinated efforts to improve internet access in schools, thereby laying the foundation for digital learning to take root and expand in U.S. schools had gained high-speed internet access, per the Federal Communications Commission’s minimum connectivity standard of 100 kilobits per second (kbps) per student.

Broadband 145

Broadband E-rate Advocacy Industry 145

eSchool News

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Opened in September 2013, VGV draws students statewide by a blind lottery. Since 2013, VGV has increased its urban student population from 75 to 85 percent and increased its “free and reduced lunch” population from 88 to 94 percent.

Blended Learning 91

Blended Learning E-rate Learning Course 91

Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

Whereas a Google search for “learning techniques” returns over 400 million results, researchers Dunlosky, Rawson, Marsh, Mitchell, and Willingham (2013) culled through hundreds of studies to provide a “curated” analysis of the 10 most effective learning techniques commonly used by students. Wood, E., & Ahmad, M.

Strategy 120

Strategy E-rate Learning Study 120

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

This also means being mindful of students with special needs, and students without access to digital resources at home. They regularly disappoint with low success rates, often because care was not taken in planning, designing, purchasing, training, supporting or engaging students.

Blended Learning 144

Blended Learning Pearson Learning E-rate 144

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Students can communicate peer-to-peer and also engage instructors directly in text, voice, and video, recorded for later access or run immediately in real-time. Launched in 2013, XuetangX, the Chinese platform in third place, claims 18 million. MOOC critics say that streaming lectures is not terribly innovative.

Online Learning 154

Online Learning MOOC Learning Coursera 154

Education Superhighway

DECEMBER 27, 2017

In the effort to ensure that all students have equal access to the broadband they need for digital learning, there are challenges and triumphs every year. Rural school districts can face particular challenges in procuring and sustaining high-speed Internet access in every classroom.

Broadband 63

Broadband E-rate Digital Learning Accessibility 63

Edsurge

JANUARY 17, 2017

The mantra makes sense for someone like Marwell, whose nonprofit organization has an audacious mission: to make high-speed internet access available for every student in the US. But in order to do that, EducationSuperHighway must first determine the state of internet access—and track its progress—for schools across the country.

E-rate 60

E-rate Broadband Report Comparison 60

Doug Levin

APRIL 21, 2016

” This letter marked the launch of the implementation of the first federal program dedicated to ensuring universal access to information and communications technology for improved teaching and learning in the nation’s schools. FY 2013 $0. Department of Education’s national educational technology plans.). FY 2014 $0.

Policies 150

Policies Technology Program Evaluation Education 150

Doug Levin

MARCH 19, 2017

." Tagged on: March 19, 2017 Technology switch leaves some upset | Columbia Daily Tribune → Battle High School students and teachers have had iPads since the school opened in 2013. Census data, and the divide among states in internet accessibility is apparent. It isn’t even good direct instruction."

EdTech 170

EdTech Chromebook iPad Laptops 170

The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 4, 2017

Like the other proposals, however, Cuomo’s will require a large amount of public funds that in the end will likely have little impact on increasing postsecondary education attainment rates in the Empire State. Related: Budget cuts are taking the heaviest toll on colleges that serve the neediest students.

E-rate 92

E-rate Data Report Groups 92

Education Superhighway

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

million more students have access to high-speed Internet connections than just five years ago. Since 2013, the number of states with 99% of students connected has swelled from four to 20. This year, 98% of our public school districts have access to the FCC’s minimum standard of 100 kbps per student. million last year.

E-rate 56

E-rate Broadband Digital Learning Meeting 56

edWeb.net

MAY 1, 2019

If the workday of an adult typically requires seamless broadband access, then it’s reasonable that today’s students need the same access during their school day. The key is the state leadership to make broadband accessible to all. More important, states are starting to recognize the need for equitable access off site.

Broadband 43

Broadband Accessibility Mobility E-rate 43

Education Superhighway

JUNE 14, 2018

The Alaska K-12 Broadband Initiative aims to help state leaders, service providers, and school districts navigate these challenges so that Alaska’s students have the same access to digital learning as their peers in other states and locales. How Have Other Communities Secured Broadband Access?

Meeting 53

Meeting Broadband E-rate Digital Learning 53

Digital Promise

DECEMBER 13, 2018

Roles that have the fastest turnover rates. By sharing and learning from these types of insights with partners, companies can improve access and impact on the programs they provide, thus increasing their return on investment. Lykins, L., & Davis, E. Association for Talent Development (2013). 1 Martin, K., 2 Martin, K.,

Data 120

Data Industry Training E-rate 120

edWeb.net

AUGUST 3, 2021

Rural communities have unique challenges, ranging from poverty and vast travel distances to a lack of affordable internet access. These rural districts face the four significant challenges: broadband access, funding, people, and understanding the “why.” Challenges.

Broadband 98

Broadband E-rate BYOD Accessibility 98

Edsurge

DECEMBER 19, 2016

Back in late 2013, Barack Obama and the White House launched the ConnectED Initiative , an effort to bring almost $2 billion worth of high-quality broadband, technology and professional development to schools and districts across the U.S. In February of 2014, Obama rounded up technology donations worth more than a $1 billion from U.S.

Adobe 60

Adobe Broadband E-rate Future Ready 60

Education Superhighway

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

Since 2013, over 1,000 school districts, across all 50 states have taken advantage of our free support. NAVIGATE E-RATE. Advice on E-rate program timeline and milestones. JOSH CHISOM, E-RATE SPECIALIST. Translate your technology plans into reality using e-rate funding. OPTIMIZE NETWORK.

E-rate 40

E-rate Broadband Comparison Digital Learning 40

Education Superhighway

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

This is up from just 4 million students in 2013. 5 million students remain on the wrong side of the digital divide, still lacking access to high-speed Internet. This is up from just 4 million students in 2013. 5 million students remain on the wrong side of the digital divide, still lacking access to high-speed Internet.

Report 40

Report E-rate Digital Divide Broadband 40

The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 18, 2017

Nearly nine out of 10 school districts meet the federal government’s minimum standard for internet connectivity – a significant increase from 2013, when only 30 percent met that level, according to a report released Tuesday by a California-based nonprofit organization. Sign up for our Blended Learning newsletter. Absolutely.

Meeting 40

Meeting E-rate Broadband Blended Learning 40

Edsurge

DECEMBER 1, 2016

Access to the identities of staff and students is one of the main attractions for hackers. Need for flexibility: “I need access to the server to integrate other applications.”. Skepticism that the cloud is more secure: “Even if the applications are hosted, cybercriminals can still access our data if they hack our network.”.

EdTech 60

EdTech E-rate Symantec Data 60

Educator Innovator

MARCH 7, 2014

This made it difficult to run programs like Pixie or access online math games. Students now interview authors across the country via Skype and access books that match their interests and reading levels on e-readers. Without reliable [internet] access, there’s no way you can do something like that,” Tower said.

Broadband 46

Broadband E-rate Digital Divide Survey 46

Educator Innovator

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

In 2008, the high school graduation rate at Winterboro High School was 63 percent. Although there are many other factors that could have improved that graduation rate, the engagement that technology can foster—if done well—likely had an impact. What do we make of this 18th birthday of the E-Rate program?

Digital Learning 36

Digital Learning E-rate Broadband Learning 36

NeverEndingSearch

JUNE 17, 2019

The evolution of trust in Wikipedia was documented by Mothe & Sahut (2018) who noted a contrast “between a higher frequency of use of Wikipedia and a lower rate of citation.” Look for editorial ratings. M., & Hood, E. Lanclos, D., & Hood, E. Look for text revisions. Study citation: Buhler, A., Cataldo, T.

E-rate 111

E-rate Wiki Elementary Study 111

Education Superhighway

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

In 2013, our SchoolSpeedTest analysis of K-12 broadband purchasing revealed only 30 percent of school districts nationwide met the Federal Communications Commission’s minimum Internet access goal of 100 kbps per student, leaving 40 million students without the broadband needed for digital learning. with access to fiber.

Broadband 40

Broadband Report E-rate Digital Learning 40

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

Meanwhile, high-speed satellite internet access has expanded to well over 1.5 The White House and the FCC have paved the way for schools to receive Internet services at a discount, through programs like ConnectED of June 2013, the E-rate Modernization Order of July 11, 2014 and the Second E-rate Modernization Order of December 11, 2014.

Digital Divide 40

Digital Divide E-rate Broadband Technology 40

Education Superhighway

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

million students across the nation who lack access to the minimum connectivity required for digital learning. Since 2013, 49 governors have led the effort that has connected an estimated 40.7 million teachers in more than 81,000 schools have the Internet access they need for digital learning. million students and 2.6

Broadband 40

Broadband E-rate Digital Divide Report 40

The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

Advocates say online preschool has the potential to address two serious problems with the current state of preschool: access and cost. In 2013, the program’s developer, the nonprofit Waterford Institute, received an $11.5 a month for the first student in the family who enrolls, with a discounted rate for additional students.

Laptops 173

Laptops Accessibility Online Learning Company 173

Educator Innovator

MARCH 7, 2014

This made it difficult to run programs like Pixie or access online math games. Students now interview authors across the country via Skype and access books that match their interests and reading levels on e-readers. Without reliable [internet] access, there’s no way you can do something like that,” Tower said.

Broadband 36

Broadband E-rate Digital Divide Survey 36

Educator Innovator

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

In 2008, the high school graduation rate at Winterboro High School was 63 percent. Although there are many other factors that could have improved that graduation rate, the engagement that technology can foster—if done well—likely had an impact. What do we make of this 18th birthday of the E-Rate program?

Digital Learning 28

Digital Learning E-rate Broadband Learning 28

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 3, 2019

million to serve some 3,000 children next fall, less than 10 percent of those who are eligible, leaving the vast majority of the state’s 4-year-olds without access to state-funded preschool. “If Almost half of Mississippi’s 4-year-olds are not attending any preschool at all, according to the Annie E. The state will spend $6.5

Elementary 81

Elementary Data Training Report 81

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 26, 2018

Related: In Mississippi schools, access to technology lacking, uneven. To win the 2013 contract from the Maine Learning Technology Initiative, Apple had to meet a long list of needs relating to software as well as hardware. This is public money that should be used in the best possible way.”.

iPad 99

iPad Broadband Software Company 99

The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 11, 2016

Students in Dillon had little access to Advanced Placement courses, art and music; and teacher salaries were much lower than in other parts of the state. Martin had the lowest ratings possible for achievement and improvement on its state report card that year. The growth in the graduation rate at Dillon High School over four years.

E-rate 40

E-rate Course Policies Conference 40

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 27, 2014

ALA’s mission is to provide leadership for the development, promotion, and improvement of library and information services and the profession of librarianship in order to enhance learning and ensure access to information for all. First, you can discover new tools rated for learning. More information at [link].

Libraries 54

Libraries Conference Game-Based Learning Education 54

Learning with 'e's

JULY 13, 2015

In yesterday's post entitled ' Open or shut ', I wrote about a rise in the number of academics who are turning their back on traditional research publications such as closed journals, in favour of more open, accessible outputs such as blogs and open access journals. That portion grew to 47% by 2013. Unported License.

E-rate 28

E-rate Social Media Exercises Accessibility 28

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

SEPTEMBER 13, 2013

The end of the day today is the final deadline to get in a proposal to speak at next week''s free and online 2013 Global STEMx Education Conference (STEMxCon.com) , September 19 - 21. This is a great opportunity to share your work or ideas! We have an absolutely terrific lineup of keynote speakers.

STEM 47

STEM Maker Movement MOOC Conference 47

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 10, 2014

First, learn how to discover new tools rated for learning, mapped to Common Core, and see how other teachers are using them. Third, learn how you can curate by organizing content into useful, easy-to-access collections. You’ll also learn about Digital Passport, an online/mobile game that teaches digital citizenship to 3rd-5th graders.

Google 54

Google Classroom Digital Citizenship Conference 54