Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 20, 2022

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. Students can practice persuasive writing, comprehension, and typing skills by completing reviews, reports, and reading logs online. Books can be read online or on most mobile devices.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 12, 2020

“In an ongoing quest to maintain students’ attention, new visualization and interaction tools are a natural fit,” says Eric Abbruzzese, principal analyst at ABI Research, in a press release for their “Augmented and Virtual Reality in Education” report.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 11, 2020

“In an ongoing quest to maintain students’ attention, new visualization and interaction tools are a natural fit,” says Eric Abbruzzese, principal analyst at ABI Research, in a press release for their “Augmented and Virtual Reality in Education” report.

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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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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. Students can practice persuasive writing, comprehension, and typing skills by completing reviews, reports, and reading logs online. Books can be read online or on most mobile devices.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2019

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. . Fourteen percent of children ages 3 to 18 lack home internet access , according to National Center for Education Statistics data.

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Edsurge

JUNE 17, 2020

More than 70 efforts are underway around the world to use blockchain technology in education, and most set their sights on better connecting people with job opportunities, according to a new report published by the American Council on Education. the fact that not everyone can access digital technology. Department of Education.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 14, 2014

Part of the Byte-sized Potential and Mobile Learning categories. Millions around the world read, create, produce, direct, summarize, translate, edit, and share outside of learning institutions everyday on their mobile devices or through the web. You can access my recorded webinar here and download my slides.

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Digital Promise

MAY 20, 2021

Digital Promise is thrilled to partner with five of today’s most innovative postsecondary institutions that are using micro-credentials to create real-time pathways to social mobility for adult learners in rural communities. Focused on supporting social mobility in rural communities. Here is a sneak peek at our five lead partners!

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

All in this Edtech Reports Recap. On the home front, three organizations have released a “guidebook” to help schools and states close the internet access and device gap. The report is based on existing research plus 18 interviews with stakeholders. The report is based on existing research plus 18 interviews with stakeholders.

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Edsurge

JULY 22, 2020

Here is the full report.) Uneven access to devices makes getting assignments a challenge. About 1 in 5 students said it is “sometimes” or “never” easy to access assignments and classwork remotely. Not surprisingly, those who rely on cell phones to do so report having the hardest time. Here are some of the highlights.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Edtech spoke with Leila Nuland, managing research director for K-12 at Hanover research to discuss some of the trends surrounding computer science in K–12 and how to overcome issues of accessibility and underrepresentation in certain populations. There are enough challenges with equitable access. Photo courtesy of Hanover research.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 19, 2023

Students can practice persuasive writing, comprehension, and typing skills by completing reviews, reports, and reading logs online. Books can be read online or on most mobile devices. You can read them online, on a mobile device, or download them. Access this catalog via the website.

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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 K–12 Teachers Need to Bolster AI Curriculum.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 30, 2020

With most schools, restaurants, coffee shops, and public libraries closed, students have lost much of their access to public wifi. Work with local businesses and partners to create wifi hotspots where students can safely access wifi while maintaining social distancing protocols.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 19, 2019

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. For now, about 48 percen t of the teachers and students who responded to a 2018 report about classroom technology from Cambridge International reported using a desktop computer in schools.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 19, 2020

A proactive approach entails the establishment of protocols to track and report COVID cases across a school district while abiding by privacy laws. Access to this vital information will then allow for staff to quarantine as necessary. Many questions and associated challenges will undoubtedly arise. The key is to be ready for them.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Makerspaces in Schools Make Coding Accessible to Students. Unlike formal classes, makerspaces are always accessible to any student, making them ideal locations for students who may be interested in computer science but don’t have access to the tools they need to get started. To me, it’s the ultimate equitable-access space.”.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 1, 2018

Similar to the rise of mobility and one-to-one computing programs, IoT will undoubtedly impact IT infrastructure. Most deployments will call for a mix of on-premises systems and public and private clouds, according to the IDC report. Now’s the time for IT leaders to learn about the limitations of their existing infrastructure.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 29, 2022

In our latest publication, Micro-credentials for Social Mobility in Rural Postsecondary Communities: A Landscape Report , Digital Promise conducted four in-depth case studies to explore how postsecondary institutions are using micro-credentials to create real-time career pathways for rural learners.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 14, 2015

The Every Classroom Matters Show: Tony Vincent, Expert on Teaching with Mobile Devices Tony Vincent started using mobile devices in the classroom back in the days of Palm Pilots. Since then, he’s become an expert on everything mobile. He shares about infopics and how you can use them for a student reporter project.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

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. . Extending content filtering to the cloud could benefit IT teams by extending their reach and easing some of their workload. by Eli Zimmerman.

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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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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Not long ago, mobile devices were considered perfect for any past-time activity, and had no place in the classroom. According to K-12 Blueprint , many FCS teachers report that classroom management of devices is not as challenging as they anticipated. We can no longer overlook the importance of the use of technology in schools.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 25, 2023

Department of Education reports show that technology can potentially transform education. Computers & Mobile Devices Computers and mobile devices like smartphones and tablets are the primary way learners access the internet. The majority of learners are comfortable using their personal devices to access schoolwork.

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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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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 4, 2019

Create Accessibility-Friendly Classroom Environment by Decluttering. A way schools can transition learning environments into a more accessible space is by purposefully removing certain classroom items. Classrooms filled with rows of desks make it difficult for students with mobility issues to navigate through the space. .

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

This makes it perfect for classroom use, as students can access it from any computer or mobile device. Additionally, is it necessary to have practice questions and detailed reports? With numerous fantastic alternatives accessible, there is no reason not to begin tutoring maths online right now! Final thoughts.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 13, 2020

Why require a summative written report rather than one delivered via video or audio? Do you want an assessment that determines shortfalls and then provides a roadmap on how to get from here to there or a one-and-done report? Many assessment tools provide this option but the simplest and most basic reports probably won’t.

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The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Credit: Manuel Orbegozo for The Hechinger Report “I’ve never told this to anyone before,” the 32-year-old Mariscal said, holding back tears as he explained his feelings when he learned at his trial that the state was requesting he be put to death. Related: Become a lifelong learner.

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The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Students are assuming historic levels of loan debt in pursuit, ironically, of economic mobility (a long-proven benefit of higher education). Career-based programs and apprenticeships also offer early access opportunities to high-quality workforce pathways. As of the first quarter of this year, collective student loan debt totaled $1.75

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

When I was growing up, my dad made me take my green card everywhere, from school to camp and even my first after-school job as a cub reporter. “So And it points to the need to preserve academic mobility for those in crisis. Those papers I lost? They spelled me. But what Afghan students are suffering is much, much worse.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 14, 2019

K–12 students have more access to the internet than ever, thanks to the multitude of personal devices at their fingertips. . Kids aged 8–18 years old are in front of screens for seven hours every day on average, CBS News reports. Sun, 04/14/2019 - 10:28.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 26, 2019

Google Classroom Tools Let Educators Access PD Anywhere. Valver and his colleagues planned to roll out their technology PD curriculum over the summer and realized teachers would need tools that were device-agnostic, flexible and mobile friendly. “We For more of the latest stories out of ISTE 2019, check out our conference page here.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Young children spend around seven hours every day in front of a screen , and most teenagers have access to a mobile device. As schools create their own, long-term digital citizenship programs , it is important to have some control over what students can access while at school. Students are more exposed to the internet than ever.

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Lightspeed Systems

MARCH 13, 2025

Below are five reports every K-12 IT admin should have on hand to keep school technology running smoothly, safely, and cost-effectively. What to Include: Threat Detection Logs: Summaries of flagged or blocked attempts to access malicious sites , along with details on how the system responded.

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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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