NeverEndingSearch

JULY 19, 2021

We now have the data. or SLIDE research project emphasizes a critical equity issue: our most vulnerable students–those living in poverty, minority populations and English language learners–are those most impacted by declining numbers of school librarians. The School Librarian Investigation—Decline or Evolution? ,

Data 123

Data Tools Libraries Future Ready 123

NeverEndingSearch

JULY 21, 2021

Joyce : What’s different about this study and why is sharing these data so important? We actually have been working since 2017, to try to get this data project funded. This is a piece of hard data relating to equity. Districts are also eliminating library clericals and paraprofessionals at alarming rates.

Study 99

Study Libraries E-rate Data 99

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

Ultimately Renton decided that the benefits outweighed the risks, and that this change would bring the district one step closer to its commitment to equity of access. Renton added 1,100 Access Points across its 25 campuses—increasing available internet bandwidth to 85 megabits per student, ten times the speed that it had been before.

EdTech 146

EdTech Accessibility Policies Digital Citizenship 146

Edsurge

JANUARY 25, 2018

Net neutrality changes in speed could impede access to vast amounts of data that researchers depend on for their work. JJ Johnson, among others, touted the importance libraries will continue to play in supporting equity of access to information, now maybe more than ever. Research was also of concern.

Education 87

Education Equity of Access Accessibility Digital Learning 87

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Looking at K-12 tech innovation news, perhaps the biggest positive impact of technology on education is that of equity of access. Digital learning tools and digital technologies have broken down geographical barriers and provided access to educational resources for students no matter their socioeconomic status or geographic location.

Technology 95

Technology Education Adaptive Learning Accessibility 95

eSchool News

AUGUST 1, 2016

Key components of this effort include providing all students and educators access to technology and digital resources; implementing collaborative professional development initiatives for faculty and staff; improving equity of access for teaching and learning; and developing equitable funding and implementation plans.

Digital Learning 40

Digital Learning Learning Equity of Access Social Media 40

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 8, 2015

Essential Conditions: Support the essential conditions necessary for the successful acquisition and implementation of digital instructional materials for successful digital learning including Leadership, Equity of Access, Accessibility for All Students, Interoperability Considerations and Student Data & Privacy.

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Instructional Materials Report OER Policies 40