Neo LMS

APRIL 25, 2017

In a recent post I touched upon the subject of designing for accessibility in e-learning. The things is, there are millions of people out there who are living with some sort of disability, and they all should be able to access online learning content the same as everyone else. How to create accessible e-learning design.

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Edsurge

JULY 19, 2024

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. Department of Justice published its final rule for web and mobile accessibility. Colors used are bold enough to be seen on the screen.” It will mean they have to act fast.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

With Wi-Fi now the primary, default and sometimes only internet access for students and staff in schools, it’s vital to get the most out of its infrastructure. This is especially true as the number of users, the number of active mobile devices per user and the amount of data moved by applications all continue to grow rapidly.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 14, 2021

Good intentions to give all students access to the world’s knowledge were derailed by the cost of the websites and webtools that made that happen. Turns out — and not really a surprise — the cost of the digital devices was minor compared to the cost of the websites and webtools required to meet goals. Listen and Read.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 22, 2018

Undoubtedly eye-gaze technology has created the greatest advance in access for people with serious immobility such as those suffering paralysis or ALS. In fact eye-gaze technology is now being preferred even by students with limited mobility due to its increasing accuracy and ease-of-use. Accessible gaming.

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ViewSonic Education

JANUARY 18, 2019

These include impairments in hearing, vision and mobility. Lack of physical access. They have the potential to improve accessibility. It guarantees access to a free, appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment to every child with a disability. EdTech and the Challenges of Special Needs Learning.

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Edsurge

MARCH 20, 2020

There's a big giant access issue, both in terms of what happens when there’s no internet and then also what happens when you don’t have a device that can go on the internet,” says Beth Holland, the digital equity and rural project director at the Consortium for School Networking, an industry group for school tech directors.

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Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Prior to the pandemic, students participating in College Connect gathered at a local school after school to access applications and resources while receiving support from staff, including the superintendent. The district invested in mobile hotspot vehicles that are deployed daily across eight areas of town.

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Edsurge

MAY 31, 2024

Recently, we took the stage at the American Educational Research Association (AERA) conference to share our experiences designing accessible conferences and events. However, amidst the hustle and bustle of logistical planning and content curation, it is important not to overlook the crucial aspect of accessibility.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 19, 2020

Newsela COVID-19 resource center (and free access to their paid products this school year). Adobe Connect –fully-featured with lots of options for meeting students online. Virtual Classrooms/Meetings. Draw Chat –virtual meeting with a whiteboard. Webroom.net — virtual conference or meeting room. of 10-15 people.

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Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Overall findings included: While providers indicate their present technology is mostly sufficient for meeting demands, they feel an increase in hardware and connectivity could grow their capacity. Learner access to computers at home is limited, while access to mobile phones is high.

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

With all of these technologies, we now have endless opportunities to take learning beyond what has been a confined classroom “space” and access the entire world with the right devices. Collaborating in Virtual Reality Meeting Spaces. With Mozilla, you create a virtual meeting room.

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ViewSonic Education

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Even small changes in classroom design that celebrate diversity and enhance accessibility can make a big difference in creating a truly inclusive environment. Ensuring Accessibility Inclusive classroom design starts with the physical setup. These changes create a more comfortable environment, helping students stay focused and engaged.

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Standardize Access to Software . One of the biggest obstacles to effective virtual collaboration is providing equal access to the software. Make Sure Teams Conduct Hybrid Meetings . Next, it is essential that hybrid teams have hybrid meetings. Provide Video Conferencing Tools . Use Multiple Communication Channels .

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 18, 2020

Distance and virtual are appropriate where all kids have access to a device and the Internet. Provide devices and mobile WiFi, if possible. The district distributed 1,300 Chromebooks to its middle school students and decided to pay $4,600 to provide wireless access for any student who didn’t have it at home. “We

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 8, 2019

Gaps also exist between high-performing and low-performing public schools based on differences in access to funding and resources, community engagement and commitment, and the ability and willingness of district and school leaders to embrace innovation and try new strategies. These present as follows: 1. school and library to the internet.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 31, 2015

Access Points Classroom Cloud Mobile Apps Mobility Networking' By Heather B. Hayes Schools find there is no one-size-fits-all approach to assistive technology.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 10, 2020

Here are some of my thoughts from 2013 , which have aged nicely: Digital leadership considers recent changes such as ubiquitous connectivity, open-source technology, mobile devices, and personalization. Student engagement, learning, and outcomes : How will learning change in ways that better meet the needs of all learners?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 27, 2020

They are invested in teaching their classes and suddenly it seems impossible to meet yearly goals, build lifelong learners. How to I provide equity for those without computers or internet access at home is challenging? Access the required site through mobile devices. Provide mobile hotspots distributed by school.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 31, 2018

“Human brain signals take 14 milliseconds to travel ,” says Jason Leigh , senior research analyst for mobility at IDC. MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out how K–12 districts are trying to bolster access to broadband in schools! Virtual meetings, 3D imaging, AR, VR. Network responsiveness could be even faster than your brain.”.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 9, 2023

At the time, nearly 16 million students in the United States lacked home internet access, according to a widely cited report from Common Sense Media. Despite incremental progress made to narrow the digital divide, students’ success today hinges on having access to a connected device and high-speed internet in the classroom and at home.

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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. Within a few hours of meeting, they decided to collaborate on building and launching a Be The Change Venture app. T-Mobile Changemaker Challenge.

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ViewSonic Education

OCTOBER 26, 2023

When a device is Android EDLA-certified, it essentially becomes your gateway to effortless integration with the Google ecosystem of mobile services and apps. The open-source approach encourages device manufacturers to adapt and customize the Android OS for an array of mobile devices and accessories.

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The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Now is the time to change the way we think about meeting immediate labor shortages and future work demands, as well as delivering opportunities to all students. Students are assuming historic levels of loan debt in pursuit, ironically, of economic mobility (a long-proven benefit of higher education).

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 3, 2019

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. Access the full report here.). “It

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

And it points to the need to preserve academic mobility for those in crisis. Watenpaugh launched Article 26 Backpack in 2018 after meeting with dissident students in Syria who no longer had access to their academic records because they were considered criminals. “I Those papers I lost? They spelled me.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

The advances in cloud-based applications have helped make the everyday processes of education more collaborative, accessible, and flexible. Wherever students happen to be studying STEM — in the classroom, on field trips, or from home — they have access to the resources of the physical classroom. Meeting the skills demand.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 31, 2020

Using buses as mobile hotspots- -park the bus by a park for 30-60 minutes so students can download what they need for the day. Here’s What Schools Can Do For the Millions of Students Without Internet Access –from EdSurge. Kajeet –an easy way for Districts to provide mobile hotspots.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 24, 2025

To meet the districts goal of creating a caring and connected community, in 2022, school leaders formed a workgroup of parents, community members, coaches, and teachers to take inventory of current extracurriculars at all district schools and identify gaps in meeting students diverse interests and hobbies.

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ViewSonic Education

AUGUST 5, 2024

Technology Integration: By integrating computers, tablets, interactive displays , and other forms of EdTech , active learning spaces provide access to a wealth of information and interactive experiences, making lessons dynamic and engaging. Accessibility: Arrange furniture for easy movement, especially for students using mobility aids.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 19, 2023

Enter them to an easily accessible digital calendar like Google Calendar and share with students, parents, and interested stakeholders. They don’t need to meet in a physical location or call each other on the phone. Encourage students to meet in study groups via virtual rooms like Google Hangouts. And then charge.

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ViewSonic Education

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

This makes the metaverse an accessible tool that many students may benefit from, both educationally and socially. . In general, the concept of virtual learning has long been touted as a solution for accessibility. By the same token, the metaverse could provide real opportunities to actually expand accessibility. Learn more >.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 29, 2017

This translates to limited upward mobility for them and their children; children of parents with low literacy skills have a 72 percent chance of being at the lowest reading levels themselves, according to the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER), which diminishes the worker pipeline for the future.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 10, 2018

Cisco Systems , Extreme Networks , Hewlett Packard Enterprise and many others offer a broad range of enterprise-class switch products to meet demands stretching from the edge of the network to the data center and into the cloud. Client devices have changed this dynamic by boosting mobile and wireless demands. Content Subtype.

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

It’s the key to ensuring constant access to classes, at any time, from anywhere, and offering students a personalized learning experience. It’s the essential skill teachers need to accomplish their goals, help students meet educational standards, and equip them with competencies that will help them later on, at work and in life.

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ViewSonic Education

OCTOBER 1, 2024

From tailored lesson plans to interactive learning platforms that evolve in line with students’ comprehension, read on to see the exciting ways AI is transforming education to meet the needs of every student. For students with accessibility needs, these learning experiences—adapted to their unique abilities, pace, and style— are a real boost.

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Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

We believe technology can play an important role in adult education and family literacy by providing, at a minimum, anytime, anywhere access. Thanks to the Barbara Bush Foundation Adult Literacy XPRIZE , more than 100 teams embarked on the challenge to create mobile apps designed to increase literacy levels in low-skilled adults.

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