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Senate Before a disaster strikes, it is incumbent upon school system IT personnel to have emergency operations plans in place to ensure continuity of learning. Natural disasters can be spontaneous events, requiring school system leaders to implement and train team members on procedures so that they can act swiftly.
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Meanwhile, the district is also moving forward with a professionallearning program for educators that is focused on blended learning. Linnette Attai is the founder of PlayWell, LLC , a global privacy and marketing compliance consulting firm. This edWeb broadcast was sponsored by The ProEthica® Program.
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In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, districts and educators have been tasked with shifting teaching and learning online, and many are seeking resources to support learning in this new environment. We recognize that while educators adapt to new realities, they remain dedicated to their students’ well-being and learning.
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