EdTech Magazine

JUNE 24, 2019

ISTE 2019: Adobe Spark Makes It Easy to Create and Collaborate. Because it is web-based, students can access their work easily on any device. Mon, 06/24/2019 - 18:34. Adobe Spark gives students and teachers user-friendly tools to make and share videos, web pages and social media posts. amy.burroughs_26341. Tweet text.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

TCEA 2019: How K–12 Schools Can Simplify Data Analytics Initiatives. Wed, 02/06/2019 - 15:44. That said, schools should work toward making data available faster , and opening it up for student access. eli.zimmerman_9856. What’s more, so much of the data available at the school district level is in silos.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 28, 2019

FETC 2019: K–12 Schools Need Evolved Security Protocols to Thwart Next-Gen Hackers. Mon, 01/28/2019 - 16:07. One hundred percent of the time we were able to get access to information we were not supposed to, but we were only detected less than 10 percent of the time ,” said Lane. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2019

FETC 2019: 10 Steps to Develop a Successful K–12 Bus Wi-Fi Program. Wed, 01/30/2019 - 12:56. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Follow @EdTech_K12 on Twitter for continued FETC 2019 coverage. For example, schools can bring Wi-Fi-enabled buses to low-income areas where internet accessibility is low so students can connect after-hours.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 2, 2025

Listen on Spotify or wherever you access your favorite podcasts. Providing students with opportunities to explore different perspectives, engage in metacognitive reflection, and embrace challenges fosters this crucial skill (OECD, 2019). You can also read the blog post HERE. Below are some expanded thoughts on the topic. Marzano, R.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

TCEA 2019: As Ed Tech Expands, So Do Privacy Concerns. Wed, 02/06/2019 - 16:40. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Follow @EdTech_K12 on Twitter for continued TCEA 2019 coverage. Security breaches are situations in which someone gains intentional, unauthorized access to district data. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

From dense urban centers to expansive rural regions, our 2018-2019 cohort is challenging the status quo to improve learning for students. To ensure equity and access for all, these districts meet students where they are with real-world, personalized, and locally relevant lessons. Demonstration of scaling access for all.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 2, 2019

CoSN 2019: What's the State of Digital Equity and How Can We Improve It? The need to ensure that the digital revolution is equitable and accessible to all students is something that K-12 leadership takes very seriously. Tue, 04/02/2019 - 18:22. ricky.ribeiro. Tweet text. 1924025915. video type. Conference. CDW Activity ID.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 5, 2019

CoSN 2019: K–12 Schools Address Digital Equity with Curriculum Framework. Fri, 04/05/2019 - 09:50. Some digitally enabled K–12 schools find it difficult to provide appropriate lesson plans that can be accessed by all students, said Tim Clark, director of curriculum, instruction and digital learning at Chicago Public Schools. .

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

TCEA 2019: 5 Ways to Improve Your E-Rate Process. Wed, 02/06/2019 - 10:04. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Follow @EdTech_K12 on Twitter for continued TCEA 2019 coverage. Martinez’s district underwent an audit for Wi-Fi equipment that covered more than 1,000 access points. eli.zimmerman_9856. Build an E-Rate Team in Your District.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Q&A: Steve Langford on Equalizing Student Access to the Web and Tech. Fri, 11/08/2019 - 15:29. Inequities in student access to reliable internet service and personal technology are not insurmountable. We assumed that all students had internet access at home, and they don’t. shauna.miller_miJ5.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 14, 2022

But success on the job also relies on employees having access to a variety of technological tools, including software and hardware that support collaborative work, data searches and mobile operations in our 21st-century economy. Teachers in pre-K–12 school systems in the U.S. —

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 11, 2024

who still may not have reliable internet access at all, according to the FCC. Schools working with T-Mobile to provide access to Project 10Million for qualifying student populations may also be able to participate in these program enhancements. All of this on top of an up to 17 million school age children across the U.S.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2019

Thu, 01/10/2019 - 13:39. With the incorporation of cloud-based tools, K–12 schools are starting to consider more effective privacy and security measures , such as identity access management and managed cloud services from third-party vendors that can take responsibility for overseeing security. “On eli.zimmerman_9856. by Eli Zimmerman.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 5, 2019

Mon, 08/05/2019 - 12:49. Authors of the study conclude that globally, 79 percent of educators say there’s a lack of time designated for creativity, and 73 percent say there’s a lack of access to software in classrooms. instructional technology coordinator at the Duncanville (Texas) Independent School District, at ISTE 2019. .

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 2, 2019

Wed, 01/02/2019 - 10:20. While traditional professional development is important — in-person and group education — today’s teachers need access to fast approaching and more relevant opportunities that cater to their personal goals. . How to Gamify Professional Development. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 16, 2021

When I first reviewed the Promethean ActivPanel Titanium in December 2019, I was impressed with many of its teacher-friendly features, such as a user-friendly interface, reliable security and easy access to commonly used tools in a unified menu.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2019

Fri, 01/25/2019 - 13:12. As cybercrime becomes more common in K–12 education, schools and districts face increasing threats from cybercriminals looking to sell access to systems and the types of personal and financial data that schools store in abundance. What about the threats that fly under the radar?

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 6, 2019

Mon, 05/06/2019 - 09:49. But what is the actual state of digital learning when it comes to accessibility, implementation and effectiveness? . Schoology recently released a report on the 2018-2019 state of digital learning in K–12 schools. 3 Key Findings on the State of Digital Learning in K–12. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Thu, 10/24/2019 - 10:55. For IT staff and administrators, the work of ensuring all students have equal access to the internet , and to technology that is now standard for modern classrooms, is complex. . Digital Equity: How Far Have We Come? eli.zimmerman_9856.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Tue, 09/03/2019 - 10:08. Blended learning “can provide educators and students with a wealth of actionable insights on student learning, needs and preferences, empowering them to deliver the right learning resources at the right time for the right students,” according to the Consortium for School Networking’s Tech Enablers 2019 report.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 16, 2019

Thu, 05/16/2019 - 15:20. Although this may allude to recognition by some schools of the power of social media, access to social media tools doesn’t, on its own, result in purposeful use. Fact or Fallacy: What’s the State of Digital Learning in Schools? eli.zimmerman_9856. What is the current state of digital learning in schools?

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 22, 2020

The week of Christmas 2019, I was suspected to have the flu. So, as I came upon this journal entry from December 24, 2019, I was struck with how in-the-moment it is for RIGHT NOW amidst the coronavirus pandemic of 2020. Journal Entry – December 24, 2019 So I am suspected to have the flu. I see now; it was a gift.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Wed, 11/20/2019 - 13:14. Since then, access to personal computers and the internet as well as other advancements in technology have supported esports’ growth into a substantial industry with professional teams, high-stakes competitions, team sponsorships and more. Fact or Fallacy: Why Esports Are Here to Stay in K–12 Schools.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 16, 2019

Tue, 07/16/2019 - 15:04. K–12 schools now have much more flexibility to fund projects, thanks to the Federal Communications Commission ’s recent announcement to make internet access a priority, combined with an increase to the annual E-rate cap from $2.4 E–Rate Updates Free Up Resources for New Classroom Technology Projects.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 7, 2019

Tue, 05/07/2019 - 14:04. Biometrics Prompt Districts to Consider Data Storage and Access. MORE FROM EDTECH: See how schools can access facial recognition software to boost security measures. Biometrics in Schools to Yield Security Benefits and Privacy Concerns. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 28, 2019

Fri, 06/28/2019 - 16:58. We also recognize the real-world context and application of this knowledge is important for kids to experience and have access to from a young age.”. It’s part of our everyday lives and it’s important for kids to understand and have access to technology and this type of education.”. marquita.brown_tC0Z.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 27, 2019

Tue, 08/27/2019 - 11:25. MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out how K–12 schools have adopted AI in 2019. The best bet for schools adopting AI is to define how these solutions can drive positive outcomes before allowing them access to student data. Artificial Intelligence, Authentic Impact: How Educational AI is Making the Grade.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Thu, 09/19/2019 - 10:46. Allow Users to Access Content at Their Convenienve. The freedom to access class content anytime, anywhere, on any device , is very appealing for both administrators and teachers. . 4 Ways for K–12 Administrators to Master Google Classroom. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Wed, 02/20/2019 - 12:35. As reports of students improperly accessing school administrative systems become more common, many districts remain vulnerable to such insider attacks , despite their best overall security efforts. How to Protect K–12 Networks From Student Hackers. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 12, 2019

Fri, 07/12/2019 - 09:41. It also is important to have clear designations and parameters governing what devices may be used , what data may be collected and shared, who can access the data and how they access it. Who has access to the data, and should those with access actually have it? Start Here.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 30, 2022

March 13, 2019, for many educators in California and nationwide, was a day that will forever be etched in their memories. At the site level, she observed many changes to the accessibility of content, with m ore teachers harnessing Canvas to organize their lessons and instruction, realizing that accessibility for students must be 24/7.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 3, 2019

Fri, 05/03/2019 - 14:54. While K–12 schools are working to guarantee their data is secure , educational IT experts are raising concerns over the safety and accessibility of physical IT infrastructure in schools. . Classrooms are another great place to store technology and provide immediate access to teachers and students. .

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

Wed, 11/27/2019 - 11:27. Chromebooks ’ lower prices are one factor that make them an accessible way for schools to connect PBL initiatives with actionable outcomes. How to Leverage Your Classroom Tech for Project-Based Learning. shailaja.neela…. Project-based learning isn’t a new concept for K–12 education.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Wed, 10/02/2019 - 15:55. They learn to do basic troubleshooting with tablets, but also help with passwords, Wi-Fi access, and problems with applications — smaller tasks that free up the district’s IT staff to handle larger issues. They are expressly prohibited from accessing unauthorized areas of the district’s systems.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2019

Thu, 08/15/2019 - 13:15. Millions of students lack the ability to access the internet from home — a problem compounded by increasing expectations from educators that students do so to complete homework and research. . Broadband access still is limited in some rural areas. Is a Backpack the Key to Closing the Homework Gap?

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 14, 2019

Digital Promise is excited to announce 14 new districts will join the ranks of the League of Innovative Schools for the 2019-2020 school year. Demonstration of scaling access for all. Please join us in welcoming the new 2019-2020 cohort of the League of Innovative Schools!

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