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. The update is meant to expand access by spelling out specific technical standards government entities must follow.

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Company Accessibility EdTech Guidelines 214

EdTech Magazine

MARCH 29, 2021

The Consortium for School Networking’s “Driving K–12 Innovation: 2021 Hurdles + Accelerators” report describes digital equity as three interrelated concepts: digital foundations, learning conditions and meaningful learning opportunities. Part of building digital foundations is ensuring students have access to connectivity and devices.

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Future Ready Education Data Report 488

EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 14, 2021

When they transitioned to remote learning during the pandemic, many K–12 schools encountered challenges trying to ensure all students could access course materials and instruction.

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Broadband Survey Mobility Report 467

EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Other numbers schools may be considering come from Microsoft, which reports that “password-based attacks make up over 99% of the 600 million daily identity attacks” in the company’s own digital ecosystem. Identity and access management is one…

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Secondary Microsoft Strategy Data 428

Edsurge

JULY 11, 2024

This practice has enabled the growth of a digital subscription business model for textbooks, where publishers sign deals with colleges and bookstores to charge students fees in exchange for access to mostly online versions of the course materials assigned for their classes.

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Accessibility Course Laptops Report 182

EdTech Magazine

MAY 23, 2023

Cybercriminals are becoming relentless in their efforts to gain access to critical school networks that hold confidential student and staff data. According to the K12 Security Information eXchange, over the past six years, there have been 1,619 cyber incidents in K–12 schools in the U.S. How can we reduce these attacks?

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Data Report Accessibility 452

EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

When an IT administrator in K–12 puts a cybersecurity policy in place after an incident, they could be responding to anything from a high-level ransomware attack to an amateur phishing attempt targeting emails for network access.

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Policies How To Education Data 452

The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Sponsor: GoGuardian The State of Engagement Report 2020 has valuable classroom research and information on distance learning best practices. This must-read report is funded by GoGuardian and includes a meta-analysis of best practices in engaging distance learning. Thank you GoGuardian for sponsoring this podcast and the report.

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How To Analysis Report Company 490

EdTech Magazine

MAY 18, 2023

According to PowerSchool’s 2022 Education Focus Report, 46 percent of educators say that juggling multiple digital tools was one of their top challenges. This concern is reflected in another data point from the same report: In a given month, teachers accessed an average of 148…

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Classroom Technology Report Assessment 400

EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 14, 2023

A December 2022 report from Internet Safety Labs confirmed that 96 percent of school apps shared student data with third parties, and 28 percent exposed kids to advertising. Here are some recommendations to support your school’s commitment to student safety and privacy while ensuring students have access to technology that…

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Student Data Privacy Data Internet Safety How To 435

EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

A LearnPlatform survey recently found that, despite concerns about known risks, districts accessed an average of 1,417 ed tech tools every month during the 2021-2022 school year. The top tools in many of the categories examined in LearnPlatform’s “EdTech Top 40: Fall 2022 Report” were Software as a Service applications.

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Survey Software EdTech Data 434

EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Like many organizations, technology teams in K–12 are the gatekeepers that make it possible for students and employees to access the tools they need to do their schoolwork or their jobs.

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Data Microsoft Report Google 410

Digital Promise

JANUARY 21, 2020

Moreover, teachers who received DLP coaching reported greater skills and confidence in leveraging technology in their teaching, which resulted in increased student engagement and learning. including access to coaching, the perceived effectiveness of coaching, and the existing financial and professional support for coaches.

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Trends Classroom Survey Professional Learning 432

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The annual report comes from Code.org , the Computer Science Teachers Association , and the Expanding Computing Education Pathways Alliance and offers a comprehensive analysis of national progress in providing computer science education. ” Material from a press release was used in this report.

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Accessibility Advocacy Education Policies 137

Edsurge

AUGUST 8, 2024

Creating “universal” access to high-quality pre-K will require a massive, long-term public investment (as much as $33 billion, according to NIEER). In the near term, states can increase access by leveraging the existing infrastructure for providing pre-K in the home-based programs that already serve many rural families.

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Accessibility Policies Strategy Report 191

EdTech Magazine

MARCH 29, 2022

While previous reports found that remote learning resulted in learning disruptions in K–12, it turns out that the quality of technology students have access to plays a significant role in online learning outcomes.

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Online Learning Technology Learning Survey 381

A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 16, 2023

With instant data reporting and analysis, educators can respond more effectively to learner needs. Instant Access Once connected to the Internet, the opportunities to access information and resources are limitless.

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Assessment Social Media Analysis Tools 518

EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

The “education system is evolving at an unprecedented rate, and making effective edtech investments will be critical in the year ahead,” according to a recent report by Promethean. Here are key findings from their report. Yet there are remaining challenges that need to be addressed. school administrators and teachers.

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Technology Digital Divide Education Survey 369

A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 19, 2020

You can access it HERE. Below are some specific pieces from the report I have pulled where I also add my thoughts. However, the US Department of Education (USDOE) has released some guidance that everyone should be aware of. 34 CFR §§ 104.4, 104.33 (Section 504) and 28 CFR § 35.130 (Title II of the ADA)).

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Education Learning Guidelines Meeting 545

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 23, 2024

While experts acknowledge risks such as bias and access disparities, they foresee AI-driven assessments reshaping education by tailoring tests to individual needs and promoting deeper learning. Full Story: The Hechinger Report (4/11) –Image credit Deposit Photo Copyright ©2024 askatechteacher.com – All rights reserved.

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Digital Divide Digital Citizenship Trends Outcomes 401

EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

A recent National Science Board report indicates 78 percent of educators say they have on-demand access to digital cameras; 5 1 percent use interactive whiteboards ; and 68 percent report that their school meets or exceeds the Federal Communications Commission’s minimum internet bandwidth recommendations for K–12 institutions.

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How To Classroom Outcomes Learning 532

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 9, 2024

It includes access to thousands of educational resources without hidden costs or permissions. Rewards: To further motivate learners, SplashLearn incorporates rewards like coins and access to non-curricular games. Subsequent plans start at $7.50/month. You can get started here ! Teachers: For teachers, SplashLearn is completely free.

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Digital Citizenship Academic Standards Android Accessibility 360

Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Digital access. Although we live in a digital era, not everyone has access to technology. More and more educators require from their students assignments which should be done online, but there is a downside to it: not all students can afford a computer/smartphone and access to the Internet. Digital commerce.

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Digital Citizenship Outcomes Smartphone Accessibility 541

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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How To Student Data Privacy Learning Handbook 431

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 19, 2024

No longer bound by geography, students can access diverse resources and personalized support while parents can stay connected with teachers effortlessly. Students can gain access to diverse materials, making learning more interactive. With digital access, learning is no longer confined to textbooks and classroom materials.

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Education Digital Citizenship Accessibility Personalized Learning 384

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 27, 2020

These include Smart PDF Forms , a PDF Editor, JotForm Cards, and JotForm Reports (click for my reviews). View data as a spreadsheet, report, calendar, or card. Access revision history. Here’s how you get started: access your JotForm account or create a new one if you haven’t signed up yet.

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Tools E-rate Data Digital Citizenship 387

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 20, 2020

Students also reported being more motivated by audio and video feedback because it was clear and personalized (Voelkel & Mello, 2014; Henderson & Phillips, 2015). Interestingly, teachers also reported higher levels of engagement when giving video and audio feedback. Once installed Kaizena is easy to navigate and use.

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Strategy Blended Learning Software Video 546

EdTech Magazine

MAY 12, 2022

News and World Report estimated that families spend between $1,000 and $3,000 per college visit, depending on the proximity of the institution. In most cases, these tours require only a device and an internet connection, which most of today’s students can access. For others, it’s a practical impossibility. Virtual Tours Make More…

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Report Accessibility 327

Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Flipgrid is free for educators and students to use, and it also has Immersive Reader for accessibility. Read more: How to create accessible e-learning design. There are additional modes to play in Gimkit, and teachers receive detailed session reports with student progress to help guide their instruction. Gimkit Draw.

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Learning Tools Video Classroom 536

Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

By incorporating tools designed to support their unique challenges, you empower them to access learning more independently and effectively. Consider how screen readers can open up digital content for visually impaired students or how hearing aids and FM systems enhance auditory access in the classroom for those with hearing impairments.

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Technology Assistive Technology Collaborative Learning Software 360

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. Access this catalog via the website.

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Libraries Mobility eBook Tablets 519

The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

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. I'm using Bing Chat (and Bing Chat Enterprise for private items) to access and work with all of my PDF's and web pages now. If not, search for voice access in your apps list.

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Microsoft Policies Accessibility Tools 373

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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Education Guidelines Data Trends 400

Neo LMS

JANUARY 4, 2022

Students expect some flexibility in their lessons, and the Future of Higher Ed report shows just that. For students, the ability to access their learning materials at any given time is a significant benefit. Learning platforms already provide comprehensive analytics and reports that show student progress.

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Trends E-rate Education EdTech 461

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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Assessment How To Digital Badges Digital Citizenship 472

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Despite a growing investment in AI, many schools–especially those in under-resourced areas–lack consistent access to AI tools and training for effective use. Although equitable access to AI in classrooms is a problem, professional learning offers a solution. Look to organizational partners for help.

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Professional Learning Digital Divide Accessibility Classroom 129

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 The majority of students surveyed (65 percent) reported that opportunities to collaborate with peers were worse after their course went fully online.

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Online Learning Survey Learning Course 361