eSchool News

OCTOBER 11, 2024

BELLEVUE, Wash. — Since 2020, T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS)’s $10.7 26, qualifying kindergarten through 12 th grade student families who sign up for P10M with T-Mobile will now receive 200GB per year for five years, twice the previous 100GB allotment. but even with that progress the need for connectivity has only continued to rise.

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Digital Promise

JUNE 30, 2020

It wasn’t until a group of local leaders from across education, business, nonprofit, government, and philanthropic communities came together to identify challenges and collectively design solutions that real pathways toward income mobility began to emerge for the area’s adult learners. Collaborating Organizations. Brighton Center, Kentucky.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 8, 2019

Thu, 08/08/2019 - 13:09. The vast majority — 86 percent — of respondents to the 2019 Augmented and Virtual Reality Survey Report agreed that by 2025, XR technologies will be as ubiquitous as mobile devices. Survey: Education Among Top Industries for AR/VR Investments. phil.goldstein_6191. At the U.S.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

Fri, 11/15/2019 - 16:38. Collin O'Malley (@collinomalley) March 13, 2019. A 2019 study by the Journal of Special Education Technology called such games “a promising tool” to help kids achieve the recommended minimum daily amount of 30 minutes of moderate physical activity. . shailaja.neela…. by Shailaja Neelakantan.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

Fri, 09/06/2019 - 11:01. Tech integration — from laptops and mobile apps to robots — aligns with students’ everyday experience and helps them connect with critical concepts. How K–12 Classrooms Can Benefit from Robotics. eli.zimmerman_9856. Gamification: According to MDR Education , gamification is now a top K–12 tech trend.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 2, 2019

Wed, 01/02/2019 - 10:20. Going into 2019, administrators should consider incorporating digital breakouts to provide instruction about educational tech. Neither requires great investments of time or capital, and they can be accessed anywhere — at home, in the classroom, or even on a mobile device. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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ViewSonic Education

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The first version was released in 1996, and the most recent speed upgrade is USB4, released in 2019, though it is not yet widely implemented. However, mobile phones and tablets are among the most commonly connected devices using USB and flash drives since their earliest iterations. What Is USB Used For? For example, the original USB 1.0

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 13, 2018

With that in mind, we invite you to help us tell our stories at SXSW EDU 2019 to spread the word on topics like learner variability, educator micro-credentials, immersive storytelling with 360° technology, maker learning, edtech pilots, data interoperability, and more. The post Vote for Digital Promise in the 2019 SXSW EDU PanelPicker!

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2019

Thu, 08/15/2019 - 13:15. Kajeet ’s ConnectEdNow campaign , announced in June, aims to make broadband access more affordable by providing students with portable Wi-Fi hotspot devices, a $200 mobile device subsidy and discounted data plans from Verizon , T-Mobile and other LTE providers. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 29, 2018

Mobile AR, VR, and voice technologies are creating more interactive learning experiences. The 10 Challenge winners will be announced in early 2019, with each team to receive a $100,000 grant from Verizon to work on 5G and EdTech solutions next year. 5G technology and edge computing will reshape education with lightning speeds.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 6, 2019

Fri, 12/06/2019 - 10:25. And with the increasing use of mobile phones, computers and tablets in K–12 institutions , it’s imperative that good data hygiene is inculcated in students far before they reach college. Why K–12 Students Need to Be Taught to Guard Their Data Online. shailaja.neela…. Be Cautious on Social Media.

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Edsurge

MARCH 4, 2020

Against a backdrop of magenta balloons, lights, and t-shirts, the 30 winning teams of the 2019 T-Mobile Changemaker Challenge descended on T-Mobile's headquarters in Bellevue, WA. Anthony Price (standing, left) and Jesse Ferguson (standing, right) participate in a mentorship session pitching their program to T-Mobile leaders.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Now, as we enter into 2019, many core elements of the community college sector are threatened due to anecdotal student success metrics, broken funding models, and increased public skepticism over the value of higher education. Community colleges have long served the U.S. Economically, the U.S. is at a crossroads.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 11, 2019

Tue, 06/11/2019 - 11:38. Classrooms filled with rows of desks can be difficult to navigate for students with mobility issues, and they can impede collaboration. Keep Accessibility in Mind for Modern Learning Environments. eli.zimmerman_9856. Seating arrangements also matter.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Mon, 02/11/2019 - 10:40. GoGuardian has announced a new AI-enabled cloud-based filtering solution for K–12 schools designed to expand filtering capabilities to all mobile and personal devices connected to school networks. . GoGuardian Develops a New AI-Enabled Cloud Filter for K–12 Schools. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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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. Please join us in welcoming the new 2019-2020 cohort of the League of Innovative Schools! The League is a powerful network of forward-thinking school district leaders. Chesapeake Public Schools.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Thu, 02/28/2019 - 15:20. A study conducted at Georgia Tech found that students who used mobile augmented reality platforms to learn coding performed better on assessments than their counterparts. . “We K–12 Teachers Use Virtual and Augmented Reality Platforms to Teach Coding. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 28, 2019

Thu, 03/28/2019 - 10:11. A study conducted at Georgia Tech found that students who used mobile augmented reality platforms to learn coding performed better on assessments than their counterparts. . “We 3 Exciting Ways to Use Augmented and Virtual Reality in the K–12 Classroom. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 3, 2019

Thu, 01/03/2019 - 12:05. AI-enabled teaching assistants and mobile applications help educators meet that challenge, using input from students to adjust course materials through educational apps, leaving teachers time to conduct the interpersonal aspects of their curricula. How K–12 Schools Have Adopted Artificial Intelligence.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Mon, 09/09/2019 - 09:42. Use of mobile applications and social media. How Technology Can Improve Physical Safety in Schools. eli.zimmerman_9856. What solutions should school leaders consider for securing the physical safety and well-being of students and adults? . A two-way intercom system with call buttons. •

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 14, 2019

Sun, 04/14/2019 - 10:28. With 95 percent of teenagers in possession of mobile devices, students are constantly sharing and searching through social media platforms. . Digital Literacy Programs Prepare Students for a Tech-Enabled Future. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 14, 2019

Part of the December 2019 STEM Resources Digital Calendar ! These platforms are online and accessible 24 hours, 7 days a week on multiple devices (computers, tablets, mobile devices and Chromebooks). More important than the learning that transpires in our classrooms is the learning we inspire beyond our classroom walls.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 11, 2022

Since 2019 , Digital Promise has worked with people across adult education, career and employment services, and employers to learn how to turn today’s fragmented system into a learner/worker-centered, collaborative, data-driven ecosystem. For more information, read our latest press release.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 19, 2019

Mon, 08/19/2019 - 09:40. Even amid the proliferation of mobile technology in K–12 schools through BYOD programs and one-to-one computing, desktop computers remain a popular choice. Computing, Cost Savings and the Cloud: The Value of Virtualization. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 19, 2019

Tue, 03/19/2019 - 22:03. The software also includes Absolute Mobile Theft Management , which allows devices to be located with GPS — handy whenever something ends up in the wrong room or is moved off of its assigned cart. “We Asset Management Tools Help Time-Strapped K–12 IT Teams. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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ViewSonic Education

JANUARY 18, 2019

These include impairments in hearing, vision and mobility. classrooms were expected to have an interactive display by 2019. For students with mobility challenges, aspects of the physical world that many of us take for granted can be daunting. Physical disabilities encompass a wide range of challenges. And over 70% of U.S.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Part of the December 2019 STEM Resources Digital Calendar ! These platforms are online and accessible 24 hours, 7 days a week on multiple devices (computers, tablets, mobile devices and Chromebooks). More important than the learning that transpires in our classrooms is the learning we inspire beyond our classroom walls.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 17, 2019

Fri, 05/17/2019 - 10:40. With easier access to social media platforms through mobile devices, students are spending significantly more time online. Q&A: Tarah Luster Explains How to Teach K–12 Students Digital Responsibility. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Fri, 09/13/2019 - 12:12. Young children spend around seven hours every day in front of a screen , and most teenagers have access to a mobile device. How Technology Can Improve Digital Citizenship in K–12. eli.zimmerman_9856. Students are more exposed to the internet than ever.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Thu, 11/07/2019 - 15:06. School districts can’t just invest in laptops, mobile devices and other hardware, then call it a day. Buryanek recently talked with EdTech about how her district is tackling the challenge of digital equity one teacher and one mobile hotspot at a time. keara.dowd_i47Z.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Mon, 11/11/2019 - 12:34. MORE FROM EDTECH: Learn how mobile apps might help close the “homework gap.”. Q&A: Tracy Smith on the Value of a Team Approach to Digital Equity. keara.dowd_i47Z. But Parkland school leaders are taking proactive steps to improve digital equity. We’ve played with it, and it’s remarkable.

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

A version of this post was originally published in ICT & Computing in Education , on January 18, 2019. Through mobile phones and tablets, of course. Mobile devices in the classroom: from foe to friend. Fast forward to 2019. Mobile devices enable anytime anywhere learning.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Wed, 10/16/2019 - 16:36. One reality of the increasingly connected K–12 classroom is even the youngest students are routinely going online, using email and engaging with mobile apps that collect their information. How to Teach Cyber Safety in Kindergarten. marquita.brown_tC0Z.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 4, 2019

Tue, 06/04/2019 - 15:39. Classrooms filled with rows of desks make it difficult for students with mobility issues to navigate through the space. . Keep Adaptive Technology Top of Mind in MLE Planning. eli.zimmerman_9856. The physical layout of a classroom can make all the difference for a successful learning experience.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

MAY 23, 2022

The evolving digital technologies are taking mobile learning to the next level with interactive content that promotes self-paced learning anytime and anywhere, while on the go. In other words, mobile learning supports eLearning and classroom teaching. As of now, the full instructor-led or eLearning course cannot be moved to the mobile.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 18, 2019

Tue, 06/18/2019 - 16:12. In fact, anyone with access to the Meraki dashboard can view live camera feeds through any browser or mobile phone. Create a Mobile Command Center . Review: Cisco Meraki MV12W Simplifies K–12 Security. marquita.brown_tC0Z. Surveillance cameras in schools have long offered campus protection.

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Digital Promise

MAY 30, 2019

A Closer Look at Our 2019 HP Spotlight School. 22 as the 2019 HP Spotlight School. In honor of their recognition as the 2019 HP Spotlight School, William F. Learn From the 2019 HP Spotlight School. Visitors can expect to see innovative technology use with HP and Microsoft tools. District leadership nominated William F.

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