eSchool News

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Defeat the Digital Divide ( [link] ) offers school districts engaging learning tools to build solutions that will enable them to close the gap between those who have access to reliable internet service and those who don’t. NetCloud platform and cellular routers deliver a pervasive, secure, and software-defined? Cradlepoint ?is

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eSchool News

JANUARY 24, 2023

Between software licences and acquiring the proper hardware, teaching computer science can be very expensive. Digital divide Our computer science courses needed to be accessible to all students, including those without connectivity or a sophisticated device. Finally, affordability is a major barrier.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 25, 2023

As schools shifted to remote learning, a digital divide emerged, leaving countless students on the wrong side of the equation. However, in the face of this challenge, lies an opportunity to foster equitable learning through thoughtful implementation of software solutions.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 30, 2018

Like other K–12 school districts around the country, you’re closing the digital divide — making sure your students have access to technology that paves the way for their future successes. Do the same for apps and software. Powering their devices is a robust network and state-of-the-art cloud technology.

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More Verbs

FEBRUARY 3, 2019

The per-pupil cost represents an entire solution including a device, software and apps, classroom WiFi, device management, ongoing technical support, and professional development. ” It is true, MLTI has helped close the digital divide. But there are two digital divides.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 23, 2017

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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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 23, 2012

In addition to using Yahoo doodle, he began writing quiz software in 2006. Next challenge: we have to bridge the digital divide for kids @irasocal: There are few bigger frauds in American than Sal Khan #NSBAconf Khan Academy is not a silver bullet that will fix education and improve achievement as a stand-alone entity.

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The Impact of Education’s Digital Transformation In recent years, education has undergone a digital transformation , and this will be apparent when you consider the average classroom today compared to the average classroom 20 or 30 years ago.

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More Verbs

FEBRUARY 3, 2019

The per-pupil cost represents an entire solution including a device, software and apps, classroom WiFi, device management, ongoing technical support, and professional development. ” It is true, MLTI has helped close the digital divide. But there are two digital divides.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 5, 2021

That’s why neglecting this area can lead to a bigger digital divide among students. That’s why teachers might need support with cybersecurity issues, including reliable antivirus software or advice to make their virtual classrooms more secure. Read more: Ensuring online safety in schools is everyone’s business.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

A Digital Divide — Or Bridge? If the use of virtual reality in higher education grows without careful planning, it could make this digital divide even more severe. A virtual reality headset costs hundreds of dollars. It’s the kind of setup—worth many thousands of dollars—that not every college can afford.

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Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2020

She has her own computer, educational software and high-speed internet. It’s a longstanding national crisis, often referred to as the “digital divide,” which at Kapor Capital we identify as one of the cumulative barriers across The Leaky Tech Pipeline. Jennifer is in sixth grade. Maria is also in the sixth grade.

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Edsurge

MAY 29, 2020

But a staggering number of families lack access to the digital tools required for learning at home. Unfortunately, for many schools and districts, the need for digital services and software to support basic communication between teachers, parents and students across the digital divide is one that is often overlooked and underfunded.

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Edsurge

MARCH 15, 2021

It again includes provisions for edtech, such as hardware/software to support hybrid classrooms, and adds many other uses related to the pandemic. Make sure you know how much you plan to invest in such categories as equipment/hardware, software/licensing and remote learning.

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Edsurge

JUNE 15, 2022

There are always new products coming out in the edtech landscape, but somehow a couple software platforms monopolize the industry and are used by teachers everywhere, leaving smaller companies and edtech startups facing an uphill battle. And an overreliance on edtech can heighten gaps between disadvantaged students and privileged students.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

MARCH 30, 2020

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. Conduct teacher meetings via video conferencing software.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 12, 2024

Closing global education gaps How is Learning Equality addressing the challenge of the digital divide and the 2.6 The term digital divide often refers to not having affordable access to the internet or specific hardware. But another important aspect is thinking about digital literacy skills and digital rights.

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ViewSonic Education

MARCH 24, 2025

Online educator communities , where teachers can connect with others using the same software to share tips, swap lesson ideas, and learn best practices. When both students and teachers are short on tools and support, the digital divide doesnt shrinkit grows. Another helpful resource? In under-resourced schools?

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Edsurge

JULY 22, 2020

Source (for all charts in article): BrightBytes survey Such findings are not surprising to Baker, who notes that they reaffirm the existence of the “ digital divide ,” or unequal access to technology across different communities and socioeconomic backgrounds. What accounts for the low reported usage of other edtech software? “My

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

That schools rely on the mega-rich to fund their digital learning at all—and that those funds could dry up at any time—illustrates some of the fundamental problems with K-12 technology spending: It is inconsistent, pieced together haphazardly, and as a result impacts student technology access in disproportionate ways.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 18, 2022

PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2022 — Kajeet® , a leading provider of IoT connectivity, software and hardware solutions that deliver safe, reliable and controlled internet connectivity to nearly 3,000 customers, today announced the launch of its 2022 Homework Gap Grant Program. MCLEAN, VA. Neal, chairman, CEO and founder of Kajeet. and Canada.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

A different ‘digital divide’ has emerged. The “digital divide” in education technology often refers to concerns over whether those from underprivileged backgrounds have access to instructional software and tools. But as the usage and positive perception of digital learning tools grow in U.S.

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Edsurge

JUNE 15, 2022

In response to these trends, the Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT), a nonprofit organization that works to shape tech policy and architecture with a focus on democracy and the rights of the individual, says there’s been widespread adoption of software that monitors students in K-12 schools nationwide.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 20, 2020

In 2014, Palmdale School District was experiencing a major digital divide. In 2014, Palmdale School District was experiencing a major digital divide. With these regular training sessions, every teacher feels more comfortable with the panels’ features and accompanying software.

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eSchool News

JUNE 16, 2022

The goal of the partnership is to help transform the future of education by: Connecting the unconnected students and communities with high-quality wireless Internet and Close the Digital Divide once and for all. To learn more about Kajeet Private 5G, visit Kajeet Private 5G Platform. About Kajeet.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 15, 2018

Many schools are left with two options: keep moving forward with digital learning—and risk leaving some students behind—or keep homework assignments offline, holding back the students who might otherwise benefit from software and tools available on the internet.

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eSchool News

JUNE 23, 2022

(PRWEB) JUNE 23, 2022 — Kajeet® , a leading provider of wireless connectivity, software and hardware solutions that deliver secure, reliable and managed IoT solutions to over 3,000 businesses, schools and districts, and state and local governments, today announced the 22 recipients of its 2022 Homework Gap Grant.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 12, 2016

BYOD deepens the digital divide. Even when schools provide for these students — like making them beneficiaries of a BYOD funding program, or letting them check out a device from the school’s library — the digital divide doesn’t disappear completely. Top 10 BYOD concerns: 1.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

MAY 8, 2024

Online digital textbook platforms and interactive learning software like KITABOO offer a wide range of educational materials that encourage essential digital skills. Interactive learning software like KITABOO elevates the classroom experience and supports both in-person and remote learning.

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eSchool News

MAY 5, 2021

To support digital inclusion, Kajeet will provide one year of free internet connectivity hardware and patented Kajeet® managed service to equity-focused organizations. Guided by the belief that internet access has become a basic human right, Kajeet’s 2021 Digital Inclusion Grant seeks to support an equitable future for all individuals. “We

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

He then put their raw responses into a software program, and was astounded to find that the most frequently mentioned word was “irrelevant.”. In order to extract the maximum benefit from the new design Vista realized they were on the wrong side of the digital divide , with many student’s families not having access to the Internet.

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Learning Digital Divide Case Study Personalized Learning 150

Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

He then put their raw responses into a software program, and was astounded to find that the most frequently mentioned word was “irrelevant.”. In order to extract the maximum benefit from the new design Vista realized they were on the wrong side of the digital divide , with many student’s families not having access to the Internet.

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Learning Digital Divide Case Study Personalized Learning 150

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 27, 2020

We must continue to provide access to software, online libraries and educational videos. However, teachers haven’t maximized the use of technology during the summer or the regular school year because districts and cities haven’t made the hardware and software as accessible as textbooks.

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Learning Software Digital Divide Broadband 132

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 10, 2024

Many schools still use paper products and struggle with spotty broadband and limited digital tools, she said: The digital divide is “very much part of this conversation.” Before schools begin to use AI for assessments, teachers will need professional development on how to use AI effectively and wisely, Turner Lee said.

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The Hechinger Report

JULY 27, 2020

Nearly half of low-income districts distributed paper packets of worksheets to families while more than three-fourths of wealthier school districts distributed everything digitally. This digital divide had enormous consequences for what instruction meant.

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Survey Digital Divide Laptops Data 126

Doug Levin

JULY 24, 2017

Tagged on: July 21, 2017 Technology is transforming what happens when a child goes to school | The Economist → Reformers are using new software to “personalise” learning: How well the model will work when it spreads is unclear. The software would have registered students' locations when writing essays on the app.)

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 3, 2018

The digital divide between rich and poor students isn’t what it used to be. Discovery means accessing the internet, or some educational software, to learn things, practice new skills and answer questions. As more devices find their way into homes, screen time across the socioeconomic spectrum is growing.

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