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How Access to Technology Can Create Equity in Schools

Digital Promise

Students can access learning materials outside of school. One of the most straightforward ways that technology contributes to equity in schools is ensuring that every student has access to learning materials, even outside of the classroom. Educators and district leaders can use data to make informed decisions.

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A New Era of Educational Leadership: The AI Advantage

A Principal's Reflections

To make data-enhanced decisions, it's crucial to have access to reliable and relevant research, something I stress in Digital Leadership extensively. Consensus AI offers a powerful solution, enabling leaders to quickly and efficiently access peer-reviewed research to support and validate change initiatives.

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More Than Half of High Schools Offer Computer Science, But Access Isn’t Equal

Edsurge

That’s according to the 2021 State of Computer Science report jointly released last week by the Code.org Advocacy Coalition, Computer Science Teachers Association and the Expanding Computing Education Pathways Alliance. The figure is based on data from public high schools in 37 states, a first for the report. “It

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Computer science education sees more investment, but access gaps linger

eSchool News

It features national and state-level policy and implementation data, focusing on high school data. And while the increase in states requiring computer science education is encouraging, millions of students still lack the access necessary to learn, and most states have yet to make it a graduation requirement.

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After Recent High-Profile Data Breaches, Illuminate Education Quietly Gets Acquired

Edsurge

There’s been a lot of consolidation in edtech since the pandemic, with players like Renaissance making big moves, says Anna Edwards, chief advocacy officer and cofounder of Whiteboard Advisors. Data Breach The deal's low-key announcement may be connected to Illuminate’s recent high-profile failures when it comes to protecting student data.

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New Partnership Provides Texas Educators Easy Access to Critical Data

eSchool News

As a part of this initiative, MAP Growth data will transfer seamlessly into DMAC , enhancing this valuable tool used by Texas educators by providing quicker access to student data that supports instruction and student achievement. Portland, Ore., We’re excited to have MAP Growth available for ESC 7 districts. About MAP Growth.

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Micro-credentials and COVID-19: Supporting Professional Learning When Schools are Closed

Digital Promise

When Digital Promise first began building our micro-credential ecosystem more than six years ago, it was with a commitment to equity and access to professional learning opportunities for all educators. Parents are also increasingly worried about what their children may access or be exposed to online. Accessing reliable information.