eSchool News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

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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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

“Universal connectivity is more than just internet access–it’s about addressing the digital divide to ensure every student is prepared for post-secondary success,” said Julia Fallon, executive director at SETDA. ” The report provides specific policy recommendations to close the digital divide in education. .

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Digital Promise

MARCH 30, 2020

As schools across the country have rapidly shifted to distance learning due to school closures brought about by the coronavirus (COVID-19), students have been sent home with school-issued devices like laptops or tablets so they can continue their learning from home. Create learning resources and activities that can be done offline.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 17, 2024

Cloud security boosts online learning by protecting student data while they share their thoughts and submit their assignments. But in leveling the playing field in terms of providing access to learning resources, they also throw up new concerns from a security perspective. Why Cloud-Based Incident Response?

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 19, 2020

It goes without saying that our teachers have done an incredible job when it comes to adapting to a remote learning world. Now more time is being spent refining plans as lessons are learned and, in some cases, are prepared for schools to be closed the remained of the year. The bottom line is there is no easy solution here.

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 5, 2021

Last year, as schools were closing their gates, e-learning cybersecurity wasn’t exactly a top priority for most teachers. What doesn’t change is that e-learning is here to stay, as the benefits of using an online tool for class activities far outweigh the risks for both K-12 and Higher Ed organizations.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 25, 2025

You will learn about classroom tech updates. There will be discussions on AI breakthroughs and policy shifts. It's a game-changer for helping students learn AI while learning math! Claude Can Access Google Calendar and Gmail [link] AI assistants are now deeply integrated with your digital life.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 14, 2019

Today we talk to Rachael Mann, author of The Martians in Your Classroom: STEM in Every Learning Space. Related Resources The Martians in Your Classroom: STEM in Every Learning Space “ The Spaces You Will Go ” by Rachel Mann How Does STEM Bring the Real World Into the Classroom?

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 16, 2019

Fact or Fallacy: What’s the State of Digital Learning in Schools? What is the current state of digital learning in schools? At the same time, even the most tech-savvy of us have f aced challenges with integrating digital learning experiences into classrooms. . eli.zimmerman_9856. Thu, 05/16/2019 - 15:20. by Monica Burns.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 9, 2020

I’ve spent the last four months working with teachers all over the country (virtually, of course) as they navigate the uncharted waters of online and blended learning. The majority of teachers I have spoken with did not enjoy their initial experiences with distance learning. Click here to learn more about My Maps.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In Part 1 of “ Why Every School Needs and AI Policy Right Now ,” I shared the empirical evidence about Artificial Intelligence and how it is impacting our world and schools. The productive struggle of learning is real and part of learning.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Meanwhile, I will be sharing Part 3 of the series I've been writing about how every school needs an AI policy now, including the empirical evidence in Pa rt 1 and the Generative AI examples in Part 2. Summarize and Access Web Content First, inside Edge, you'll want to toggle on the feature that lets you access web content inside the browser.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

And the tools serve as a particular lifeline for neurodivergent students, who suddenly have access to services that can help them get organized and support their reading comprehension, teaching experts say. It all adds new challenges to schools and colleges as they attempt to set boundaries and policies for AI use in their classrooms.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 18, 2018

Where Can Districts Turn for Personalized Learning Resources? A new push for personalized learning has put competency-based education back on the map , however, with this new model of teaching to the individual, cost is becoming a major issue for school districts. How to Use ESSA for Personalized Learning Integration.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2025

Key points: Education in 2025 will prioritize the unique needs of each student more than ever before Information literacy is key in the age of AI Where AI and multimodal learning will go in 2025 For more news on digital trends, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub 2024 has been a transformative year within education.

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Edsurge

JULY 19, 2024

His ambitions to learn were thwarted because his teacher had assigned handouts and a three-week-long lesson plan that relied on a website that wasn’t easy for him to navigate. They have to learn just like other students, but they can also have to deal with assignments they can’t access and other digital hurdles.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Use Personalized Learning Tools to Boost Classroom Equity. As personalized learning continues to gain momentum across the U.S., more states, districts and schools are moving toward a competency-based education system that focuses on individualized learning and classroom equity. eli.zimmerman_9856. Thu, 09/27/2018 - 15:46.

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Digital Promise

MAY 27, 2021

As school districts look ahead to post-pandemic classrooms, they must also continue to invest in refining digital and hybrid learning experiences. Despite its challenges, remote learning is here to stay. Last year’s abrupt transition to remote learning impacted all levels of K-12 education.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 9, 2020

Blended learning (having a face to face and an online classroom) is best. Learn about 16 Free Resources for Schools Who Are Closing Due to Coronavirus Get prepared now. Note: This doesn’t discuss the policy issues involving meals, access, and equity but is meant to get you started and prepared. Learn more here.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 15, 2021

There are right and wrong ways to work with our students and help them learn. We must be grounded in reality and equip ourselves with the knowledge of neuroscience, learning, and how we can best help kids move forward. 10 Ways to Move Forward: Learning Gaps, SEL, and Practical Tips to Take Your Classroom Further Post-Pandemic.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 18, 2020

Students talked about the difficulty of not being able to ask the instructor a question in “real time” or not having “instant access.”. “I According to some students, the biggest challenge in the course after COVID-19 was “not being able to collaborate with other students,” or “no longer having access to other students in the classroom.”.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Students are ready for AI, and its time for higher education to foster open discussions on how to integrate AI meaningfully in learning and instruction. Education leaders and faculty recognize the value of AI in idea generation and developing personalized learning. educators about their attitudes toward AI.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 30, 2024

Explore the benefits and drawbacks of AI in essay writing, including its impact on student learning. AI and Writing Essays: Pros and Cons, How Will Students Learn to Write if an AI Writes It for Them? This technology will transform education by personalizing learning and meeting various student demands.

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EdTech4Beginners

MAY 20, 2020

Is it possible to create a distraction-free “learning zone”, and find a balance between play, rest, and work each day? Let students know you have an “open door policy”, although they will be contacting you by email or video call instead. Provide enriching learning experiences from afar.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 3, 2022

As teachers move from a “teacher-lecturer” model of education to a “teacher-guide”, peer-to-peer learning–acquiring knowledge from a select peer group–has become a popular education strategy. I’m a fan of peer-to-peer learning and I could tell right away that Tract did it well.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 3, 2023

Six years ago, the Department of Education’s Office of Educational Technology called up on “all involved in American education to ensure equity of access to transformational learning experiences enabled by technology.” In that document, policymakers expressed…

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Furthermore, smartphone use among teenagers has been a growing obstacle to learning. When I talk to other staff at my school, the majority of people want a phone usage policy across the school. Current political movements, like All4Ed , raise questions about funding provided to Title I schools to uphold such policies.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Click Here to Learn More This week's guest Mark is an award winning educator and leader with over 25 years of experience driving whole school improvement. Mark is passionate about leveraging technology to humanize learning and give every the ‘best seat in the house’. I highly recommend this free AI course from Microsoft.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 21, 2022

And even a way to implement Chat etiquette policies. If this means you can have breakout rooms now, learn more about how to set them up. 7 Chat Etiquette Policies. If you have a business, education, or enterprise account, you can access the new Zoom feature – chat etiquette policy. ” Yes you can!

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Personalized learning and of course, AI. One of these terms, personalized learning, has been around for a while. I think you’ll find their conversation on how AI can affect the actual use of personalized learning techniques, both in the classroom and scale, to districts illuminating. You can’t escape it. OK, Keisha.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 8, 2020

Reflections from the trenches From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter As we began distance learning, I started writing and reflecting. I was asked on this day two weeks a go to begin to prepare and compile a Distance Learning Playbook and life has been a whirlwind ever since. (I The parents are.

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Neo LMS

MAY 24, 2022

Teachers are encouraged to promote collaboration in the classroom to achieve better learning outcomes. The consensus is that fostering student collaboration through group activities leads to more engaging and efficient learning. . However, collaborative learning is not about dividing students into groups and assigning tasks.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 26, 2024

In 2024, this momentum will continue, bringing forth new edtech, innovative teaching approaches, and inspiring learning spaces. This year, schools are directing their energy towards supporting teacher well-being and reengaging students through innovative learning spaces and edtech.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Having a reliable infrastructure for online learning, including access to Chromebooks with high-definition webcams and quality microphones, serves as an insurance policy for the education system. While we hope that the world never faces another situation like the pandemic, it is prudent for schools to be prepared.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 30, 2022

The resiliency of these educators is to be commended as they navigated the daily challenges of policy changes, students coming and leaving, the caring for themselves and their children. Technology is providing access and engaging students. Grading policies are being reviewed and modified to reflect student learning accurately.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Spokane Public Schools issued a new districtwide policy that bans the use of smartphones or smartwatches in classrooms during instructional time. In general, students are ready to learn,” she says. “As This year, though, the vibe has changed. And she says there are fewer fights at the school, too.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 8, 2024

In a memo released in mid-June to school district superintendents, Vermont Agencies of Education and Human Services indicate that local departments of education can waive the insurance requirement for home-based pre-K programs that are unable or cannot afford to secure the policy recommended by VSBIT.

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