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8 Key Focus Areas for Developing a Re-Entry Plan

A Principal's Reflections

Additionally, the digital divide is wider than many perceived. Flexible and Innovative Schedules for Social Distancing There is no guarantee that when schools re-open that social distancing guidelines will be relaxed. We can ill-afford not to address this fact. Access to devices and reliable WIFI needs to be emphasized.

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Technology overuse may be the new digital divide

The Hechinger Report

For years policymakers have fretted about the “digital divide,” that poor students are less likely to have computers and high-speed internet at home than rich students. “We have closed certain aspects of the digital divide,” said Michael Robb, research director for Common Sense.

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Exploring the Pros and Cons of Technology in K-12 Education

EdTech4Beginners

Schools can adopt various strategies to decrease digital distractions in classrooms. They can institute clear guidelines for students on the appropriate use of their devices during class time. These guidelines may encompass specific times when devices are permitted or prohibited, as well as guidelines for their proper usage.

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How Long Should a Remote School Day Be? There’s No Consensus

Edsurge

In an effort to provide more definitive answers, districts, schools and a handful of states have begun issuing guidelines on shaping the school day into something both manageable and productive for students. Variable Guidelines Still, some things are a given, Rice says. I made that up and any other number you get, someone made it up.

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30 Ideas To  Consider When Implementing School Online and Offline During The Coronavirus

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

As the Coronavirus has changed the landscape of education, I have become more and more aware of inequity and the digital divide. In my reflection, I have attempted to present ideas for all schools across the digital divide. Check any guidelines provided by your state DOE.

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Millions of Students Are Still Without WiFi and Tech—Why Haven’t Policymakers Stepped Up?

Edsurge

1560 , and proposed adding sections designed “to close the digital divide in California.” Even when there are laws meant to address the digital divide in terms of devices and WiFi, they aren’t always effective. Without clear and concise language, the law became less of a requirement and more of a guideline.

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Integrating Generative AI into Schools

Lightspeed Systems

At the same time, you’ll learn strategies to overcome challenges such as preventing bias and plagiarism and bridging the digital divide. With this guide, IT, educators and administrators will gain strategies to: Establish clear guidelines and revise academic policies to include Generative AI use.