eSchool News

JANUARY 24, 2023

It proved that people skilled with technology could navigate and succeed, and that many of the potential problems of the future could be solved by technology. Many institutions and people who embraced technology survived–and in some cases, thrived. In my local Connecticut, schools are answering the call.

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Digital Divide Education Course Accessibility 117

Digital Promise

JULY 25, 2017

But in our powered-by-technology world, we can harness technology to augment teacher capacity and ensure students acquire the skills needed for a productive and fulfilling future. They help students develop a sense of agency, the ability to harness technology, and support learning lifelong and lifewide. schools.

Digital Learning 282

Digital Learning Learning Digital Divide Education 282

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Verizon has committed over $3 billion to help schools pay for technology, hoping “to leave no student behind.” Jack Dorsey, the CEO of Twitter, gave $10 million to a single school district in California, aimed at closing digital disparities. More than Devices The “digital divide” was not quite a household term two years ago.

Technology 205

Technology E-rate Laptops Digital Divide 205

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 25, 2023

For example, the summary suggested I talked about using AI for data analysis when in reality, I used AI to help generate real-world data to teach Excel to students. It is a subtle difference but one that is meaningful and results in a contextual issue. The integrity gap is going to be a major issue as we move fully into Web 3.

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Microsoft Learning Tools Google 534

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

In a new analysis , it finds that 47 percent of U.S. Connected Nation bases the analysis in its “Connect K-12 2020 Executive Summary” on FCC E-Rate application data for the 2020 federal fiscal year. Nonprofit Common Sense has released a new survey and companion analysis about the 0-8 year-old set.

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Broadband Report Video EdTech 207

Edsurge

JANUARY 25, 2021

To set the foundation for technology-empowered learning during and beyond the pandemic, education leaders are actively tackling internet and device access issues to narrow the digital divide. Educators tell us that they need more support when it comes to their knowledge of using technology in ways that best accelerate learning.

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Analysis Education Digital Divide Policies 208

Edsurge

JULY 22, 2020

Not all parents have the luxury of working from home, and many households lack sufficient technology to support their children’s online learning. The data was then sent to Baker’s team at UPenn for analysis. Having the technology necessary to access online learning opportunities isn’t enough. Here is the full report.)

Report 218

Report Survey LMS Digital Divide 218

Edsurge

APRIL 17, 2024

Some common features include using speech recognition technology to listen to a child read and then using AI to select from a bank of interventions or feedback, using AI to generate narrative texts for children to read or to create distinct prompts based on the child’s ability. Who suffers most from low quality technologies?

EdTech 199

EdTech Company Digital Divide Tools 199

eSchool News

MAY 1, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, technology can play a pivotal role in shaping the learning experience. Looking towards the future, the concepts of “smarter classrooms” emerge as a beacon of innovation, bridging the gap between traditional teaching methods and the digital age.

Classroom 126

Classroom Digital Divide LMS Robotics 126

Education Superhighway

OCTOBER 28, 2020

An analysis from June by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and Common Sense found that 30% (15 million to 16 million) of all K–12 public school students in the US live in households that have no internet connection or lack an adequate device for distance learning. Steyer, founder, and CEO of Common Sense.

Digital Divide 40

Digital Divide Analysis Case Study Report 40

The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 9, 2021

From work to school to home, digital technology is everywhere. Given its growing influence, students must be equipped with computational thinking skills to genuinely connect and contribute to our digital world. Related: Digital divide: Gap is narrowing, but how will schools maintain progress?

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Training Digital Divide System Analysis 140

Edsurge

JUNE 5, 2019

This semester I’m teaching a graduate seminar on education and technology for Georgetown University. When students in my graduate seminar on education technology were given the chance to select a topic for a class session, they wanted to devote time to the digital world’s dark side. This is part 5.

Digital Divide 117

Digital Divide Social Media Broadband Analysis 117

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 19, 2021

A 2019 Department of Education report found evidence that English learners suffered from these divides before the pandemic; the crisis has only made them more consequential. It’s critical that we attend to the full range of lessons the pandemic offers. By and large, English learners aren’t thriving under distance learning.

Education 143

Education Digital Divide Advocacy Report 143

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 27, 2020

Poor families were twice as likely to say that they “never” used technology for educational purposes with their kindergarteners than families with higher incomes (32 percent versus 16 percent). Our widespread foray into distance learning is forcing teachers to optimize technology.

Learning 132

Learning Software Digital Divide Broadband 132

The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 25, 2024

Then – still amid a dizzying flurry of question marks – came hope that maybe educators could find a way to use the technology in their favor and enhance students’ learning. He said ASU can start tackling big questions, such as: What are the ethical and societal implications of using this technology?

Digital Divide 126

Digital Divide Company Training Data 126

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

The digital availability of information has accelerated the pace of knowledge sharing, enabling instant access to a vast repository of resources. Adaptive learning technologies cater to individual needs, optimizing educational paths for diverse learners. Navigating this digital landscape requires critical digital literacy skills.

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Digital Divide Learning Digital Learning Adaptive Learning 104

The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 10, 2020

Related: Analysis: hundreds of colleges and universities show financial warning signs. Increased campus technology assistance to students is also key. Those gains are solid, but they have not come fast enough, and they remain fragile. This pandemic is a perfect storm that could wash away hard-won progress.

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Accessibility Broadband Survey Digital Divide 141

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

This introduction explores the significance of fostering digital literacy skills to prepare students for success in the evolving technological landscape. What is digital literacy in education? In essence, digital literacy in education is about preparing students to be competent, responsible, and ethical users of technology.

Digital Citizenship 104

Digital Citizenship Digital Divide Analysis Accessibility 104

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2021

However, the struggle will be to expand innovation in core subjects and beyond, including integrating technology into ancillary K-12 areas such as CTE, music, physical education, health, and the arts. We are hopeful that, when the pandemic lifts, we can welcome a return to hands-on, collaborative, creative technology education in 2021.

EdTech 145

EdTech Digital Divide Broadband PresenceLearning 145

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

According to statistics of online learning vs. classroom, a meta-analysis conducted by the U.S. While online learning offers flexibility and accessibility, challenges such as technological barriers, limited social interaction, and the need for self-directed learning can impact success rates.

Classroom 97

Classroom Online Learning Learning Outcomes 97

edWeb.net

JULY 26, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed and, in many ways, worsened the digital divide and other inequitable aspects of America’s education system. However, it also created opportunities to develop more equitable outcomes, based on the widespread switch to digital learning experiences and new education models. Learning Transformation.

Technology 72

Technology Education Professional Learning Outcomes 72

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 22, 2021

A meta-analysis of 39 studies of children’s picture books finds that children score better on comprehension tests after reading a paper book than after reading a digital book. Digital picture books have been a godsend during the pandemic. Photo: Sarah Garland/The Hechinger Report.

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Analysis Study Smartphone Report 145

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Qustodio today released their 5th Annual Report, offering valuable insights into children’s digital habits across 2023. ” To see the full report on children’s digital habits across 2023, and how they have evolved since 2019, visit the Qustodio website.

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Chromebook Data Trends Social Media 120

Doug Levin

JULY 24, 2017

I have a bit more to say about some of these topics, so stay tuned… Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye these past two weeks – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. No endorsements; no sponsored content; no apologies for my eclectic tastes.

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EdTech E-rate Software Data 150

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

The integration of digital tools such as interactive software, cloud-based platforms, and adaptive learning systems has shifted traditional educational models towards more personalized, flexible, and engaging learning experiences. One of the primary benefits of education technology in K-12 is its ability to cater to diverse learning styles.

Technology 52

Technology Education LMS Adaptive Learning 52

Bryan Alexander

JANUARY 19, 2022

I’ve seen this for decades in the ed tech space, commentators speaking or writing as if they’ve been the first to come across or reflect on a given technology or problem. To sum up: we learn from this four mistakes to avoid in writing about educational technology in higher ed.

Online Learning 123

Online Learning Learning Secondary Digital Divide 123

Marketplace K-12

JULY 5, 2016

Cross-posted from the Digital Education blog. Teachers who are most confident about educational technology tend to work in low-poverty and suburban schools, bringing their students a wide range of experiences and potential benefits that other young people may lack, concludes a survey released today by the Education Week Research Center.

Survey 66

Survey Analysis Digital Divide Report 66

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 17, 2021

After a moment of disruption – of major disruption – the conditions are ripe for accelerating innovation,” says Richard Culatta, CEO of the International Society for Technology in Education. “We times the rate of white students, according to an analysis of federal data by the New York Civil Liberties Union. With JumpStart, says Ms.

Learning 145

Learning Accessibility Personalized Learning Digital Divide 145

Learning with 'e's

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

Schools need to plan their technology strategies very carefully. It''s about encouraging reluctant teachers to adopt, embed and apply new technology effectively within authentic teaching and learning contexts. One of the most important digital divides to overcome is the technophobia divide - the wills and the will nots.

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Strategy Training Digital Divide Guidelines 70

Edsurge

JANUARY 3, 2018

John Harrington, Funds for Learning Among the groups commenting on the issue, both ISTE and the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) raised the possibility that digital education providers can pay to deliver their content more quickly, and wondered aloud if the move would deepen the digital divide.

E-rate 112

E-rate Broadband Digital Divide Libraries 112

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 14, 2012

Join me Tuesday, May 15th, for live and interactive Future of Education conversation with Mark Bauerlein to talk about his new book, The Digital Divide: Arguments for and Against Facebook, Google, Texting, and the Age of Social Networking , and how this reflects our perspectives on teaching and learning.

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Facebook Blackboard Google Digital Divide 49

Learning with 'e's

OCTOBER 14, 2019

There is none the less a need to acknowledge the digital divides that are perpetuated wherever technology is applied. Longley’s research team identified digital tribes by their socio-economic activities and by the manner in which they used information and communication technologies.

Digital Divide 37

Digital Divide Mobility Analysis Trends 37

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

As technology continues to advance, the integration of AI in education promises to optimize educational outcomes, promote inclusivity, and prepare students for the evolving demands of the digital age. Automation of grading, attendance tracking, and data analysis facilitates efficient classroom management.

Education 52

Education Adaptive Learning Personalized Learning Gamification 52

Mistakengoal.com

JUNE 25, 2014

Two weeks ago, I defended my dissertation NON-RESPONSE BIAS ON WEB-BASED SURVEYS AS INFLUENCED BY THE DIGITAL DIVIDE AND PARTICIPATION GAP. Higher education scholars, policy makers, and administrators know little about the experiences of undergraduate students who matriculate with minimal experience with technology.

Survey 40

Survey Digital Divide Analysis Data 40

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

AUGUST 17, 2024

They share their personal experiences with the imperfections of large language models and look forward to future advancements in AI technology. This chatbot app is designed to help with various tasks, such as emails, reports, and data analysis.

Microsoft 41

Microsoft Digital Divide Company Comparison 41

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

As schools and districts strive to meet their existing technology needs and prepare for the future, access to federal and state funding, along with other grants, is making a major difference in whether students engage in 21 st century learning or are left behind. Sheryl Abshire, Ph.D., Cynthia Schultz, Esq.,

E-rate 45

E-rate EdTech Broadband Libraries 45

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JULY 12, 2022

Lambert also serves on the Our Children Our Families Council and the City’s Committee on Information Technology. He has also initiated CPL’s first organized analysis of its processes with the goal of improving equity for patrons. He was born in Seoul, Korea, and is the first Asian American to lead the San Francisco Public Library.

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Libraries Conference Accessibility System 63