EdTech Magazine

APRIL 9, 2024

As the path to leadership in K–12 becomes more fluid and less prescriptive, the conversations at CoSN2024 in Miami this week revolve around supporting and advancing those with a penchant for educational technology. The women in technology breakfast and the opening keynote bookended the first day of the annual conference for K–12 technology leaders by distilling how those currently in charge can pave the way for a new and diverse generation of leaders.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 9, 2024

I’m excited about this post from the Ask a Tech Teacher crew–AI Tools for reading comprehension. There are so many directions this could go! 4 Innovative Ways to Enhance Reading Comprehension with AI Tools Struggling to grasp the essence of a dense PDF or wishing students could wrestle more effectively with complex texts? The key may reside in AI-powered reading assistants, a broad category encompassing everything from summarizers to intelligent note-taking platforms.

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Waterford

APRIL 9, 2024

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodivergent condition that affects communication, behavior, and learning. Psychologists use the term spectrum disorder because symptoms and support needs vary depending on the child. Although clinically defined as a disorder, having autism does not mean something is wrong or “needs to be fixed” with a child; it means their brain is wired in a different way from what is considered more common or neurotypical.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 9, 2024

The post How Do Education Leaders Know if an Edtech Tool is Likely to Work? appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Generative AI holds tremendous promise for all stakeholders in higher education. But guardrails are needed. Strong governance that empower instructors are at the core of a responsible approach to using generative AI in academia.

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Education Elements

APRIL 9, 2024

At Education Elements, Personalized Learning reflects many of our core beliefs about how people and organizations grow. This is why we continuously improve our services in this area to support schools and districts in their efforts to personalize learning for students. We know that in and outside the classroom, learning is rarely one-size-fits-all. Every individual can thrive if their unique needs are met.

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Edsurge

APRIL 9, 2024

A VR experience created by students at The New School in New York City is designed to take viewers to an almond farm in California and illustrate the effects of pesticides on bee colonies. At first, participants wearing a VR headset can walk around the virtual stands of trees, and hear the sounds of rustling leaves and buzzing bees. Then, with the push of a button, users can choose a different perspective.

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eSchool News

APRIL 9, 2024

Key points: It’s important to move beyond sight words and focus on foundational skills 3 keys to successful summer reading More than a passion project, literacy advocacy takes a village For more news on literacy, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub In school, many kindergarten and first-grade students are asked to memorize lists of common words, which are sometimes called “sight words.

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Lightspeed Systems

APRIL 9, 2024

The webinar “Challenges and Solutions to Vetting K-12 Edtech” covers current challenges and solutions for vetting and adopting edtech.

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techlearning

APRIL 9, 2024

An influx of robotics carts has allowed schools in American Samoa to integrate AI into the curriculum

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MiddleWeb

APRIL 9, 2024

During this reading activity, partners think out loud, supported by active listening, to deepen their individual and shared understandings. Rather than reading without focus, this strategy teaches students to attend to their reading by stopping to “say something” at intervals. The post Use ‘Say Something’ to Boost Reader Response first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Schools face increasing challenges as technology becomes integral to education. Efficient device management is essential for maximizing technology use and safeguarding investments. Our article discusses the importance of tracking devices, outlines current challenges, and suggests modern solutions that go beyond traditional methods like Excel. Learn how advanced tracking systems can streamline operations, improve maintenance, and offer real-time updates for better resource allocation.

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eSchool News

APRIL 9, 2024

Key points: The reality is that today, IT leaders may have to do more with less Cybersecurity staffing shortage is districts’ top concern The modern CIO’s role is changing–here’s how to keep up For more news on the IT workforce, visit eSN’s IT Leadership hub Nine out of ten K-12 tech leaders expect their IT asset inventories will grow in 2024, while almost half (48 percent) predict their IT budgets will diminish, according to a new survey by Incident IQ , a workflow management platform bu

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PlagiarismCheck

APRIL 9, 2024

As plagiarism check tools representers, we are in the first line to advocate for originality and uniqueness in text and life. Moreover, we believe that writing originality results from each person’s individuality. Nevertheless, there are certain distinguishable characters in each profession—the kinds of teachers you can meet at any school or groups of students present at any class.

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eSchool News

APRIL 9, 2024

eSchool was able to snag Jean-Claude between sessions to talk big picture. Digital Promise is a global, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization focused on accelerating innovation in education. He is former Senior Advisor and Deputy Director in US Programs at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation where he focused on PK-16 education across five communities in four states.

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SplashLearn

APRIL 9, 2024

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the variety of needs in your classroom? Teaching is a rewarding profession, but it’s not without its hurdles. Every teacher, whether new to the classroom or seasoned with experience, faces a set of challenges unique to their role. Understanding these challenges is crucial for personal growth and professional development. […] The post 13 Challenges for Teachers and How to Address Them first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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How can we actively engage learners 24/7, on their level and according to their interests, while respecting their learning styles? It’s not impossible. In this guide: Explore how to transform traditional, one-way videos into two-way interactive learning experiences Understand different types of artificial intelligence (AI), including - Generative vs.

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eSchool News

APRIL 9, 2024

eSchool News spoke with Diane Doersch, Senior Director at Digital Promise and formerly a Chief Technology & Information Officer of a large Wisconsin School District, about the importance of protecting device implementation. As a former teacher, she has been involved in education for over 34 years. Diane holds a Masters Degree in Educational Technology from Lesley University and possesses her Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL) National Certificate from CoSN.

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Mark Smithers

APRIL 9, 2024

Passkeys have emerged as a reliable and user-friendly authentication method, offering a secure alternative to traditional username and password combinations. The integration efforts of major technology companies and the availability of developer tools have played a vital role in driving the surge in passkey use. However, the implementation process does come with its own set of challenges.

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eSchool News

APRIL 9, 2024

Technology News & Innovation in K-12 Education

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eSchool News

APRIL 9, 2024

Technology News & Innovation in K-12 Education

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Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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