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How Publicly Available Broadband Data Can Help Us Close the Connectivity Gap

Education Superhighway

These are critical questions, and we are committed to ensuring that when it comes to our work, the answers around our use of broadband data are clear. As a result, more schools can upgrade their broadband networks and give their students equal access to countless digital learning opportunities. TRANSPARENCY DRIVES CHANGE.

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A Level Playing Field.

The Web20Classroom

Surprisingly there are still places in this country where schools are not connected to a high speed broadband connection (and are relying on dial-up still) or where they have no access at all. ( I also have had the chance to visit lots of schools around the country this year and hear stories of schools so I have some comparisons.

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US Edtech Investments Peak Again With $1.45 Billion Raised in 2018

Edsurge

There was also plenty of rain in the education technology industry, where venture capitalists and private-equity investors unleashed a deluge of cash. education technology companies raised $1.45 educational technology companies whose primary purpose is to support educators and learners across preK-12 and postsecondary education.

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OPINION: Tribal colleges, lifeline to rural and disenfranchised Native communities, need our help more than ever

The Hechinger Report

Many offer much-needed internet service, providing access to some of the 35 percent of tribal land residents who do not have broadband service. In comparison, at other types of institutions 39 percent of students experienced food insecurity, 46 percent experienced housing insecurity and 17 percent experienced homelessness.

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“Tired of fighting that fight”: School districts’ uphill battle to get good deals on ed tech

The Hechinger Report

Miller is one of many vocal critics of the wide disparities in education technology pricing, which he and others contend is becoming an increasingly pressing problem as more devices and software enter U.S. Related: In Mississippi schools, access to technology lacking, uneven. For some hardware, districts can comparison shop.

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Network Essentials: Securing Buy-In For Your Network Upgrade

Education Superhighway

Before embarking on a network upgrade, school districts should agree on a compelling vision for how students can benefit from new technologies. The more clearly defined, and unambiguous you make these goals, the easier it is to get buy-in when it comes to determining the technology and infrastructure changes required to support them.

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The “Maine” Connection: How a rural P-8 district connected students to new opportunities

Education Superhighway

As he was searching for ways to use state match funding to affordably upgrade his district’s Internet access, Dr. Williams consulted with State E-rate Coordinator Milan Eaton and sought the support of the Arizona Broadband for Education Initiative. Leveraged Price Comparisons. Maximized State and Federal Funds.

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