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CoSN 2019: K–12 Schools Address Digital Equity with Curriculum Framework

EdTech Magazine

Some digitally enabled K–12 schools find it difficult to provide appropriate lesson plans that can be accessed by all students, said Tim Clark, director of curriculum, instruction and digital learning at Chicago Public Schools. . What we want to do is transform the instructional core.”.

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How Much Longer Will Schools Have to Scrape Together Technology Funding?

Edsurge

Or their latest crop of teachers needs training? technicians, programmers and technology coaches), network infrastructure, maintenance and—importantly—teacher training on how to effectively use all that new technology. So what will schools do when their now-new laptops wear out in a few years? Or their networks need an upgrade?

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Teachers say AI usage has surged since the school year started

eSchool News

Despite these advancements, 33 percent of educators remain dissatisfied with the current level of AI implementation, citing insufficient training, exposure, and lack of clear policies or guidelines. This rapid adoption highlights the significant role AI plays in today’s classrooms.

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1:1 iPads and Digital Learning in Belton ISD

EdTechSandyK

Belton is paying for most of their implementation through the Texas Instructional Materials Allotment (IMA). Teachers also had to transition from Windows PCs to Macbooks with only 1/2 day of training in addition to several days of learning about the iPads and integration approaches. Teachers were VERY STRESSED.

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Teachers: English learners need resources, support

eSchool News

Newer ELL educators (those who have worked in ELL education for less than two years) are significantly less confident than more experienced educators in their ELL training and development, with only 36 percent of new respondents feeling they have received enough professional development compared to 70 percent of more experienced educators.

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Strategies for fostering equitable use of technology in the classroom

Hapara

How lack of digital equity and inclusion impact students Learners lacking access to any of the five factors listed above find themselves at a clear disadvantage. Training must be in place for them to be able to guide learners and support their digital literacy and fluency.

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State and District Leadership Discuss Digital Learning Opportunities

edWeb.net

SETDA’s latest research, Navigating the Digital Shift 2018: Broadening Student Learning Opportunities , highlights how state policies are supporting the transformation to digital learning. Of course, schools can’t make the switch to digital overnight.