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What is a Virtual HS?

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Technological Infrastructure Technology Requirements : Students need reliable internet access and appropriate devices (computers or tablets) to participate in virtual high schools. Instruction Methods : These schools use a mix of synchronous (live, real-time instruction) and asynchronous (pre-recorded, self-paced) learning models.

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Why Effective IT Leadership Must Have Inclusive Technology Systems

EdTech Magazine

They attached a tablet loaded with text-to-talk software to her chair, and those educational technology tools changed her life. She is now an active student who uses the big toe on her right foot to type, while the tablet reads out loud. That was until a team of teachers, therapists and technology staff worked to find a solution.

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What to Know About Student Privacy on School-Issued Devices

EdTech Magazine

Because districts went into emergency mode when the pandemic began, many IT leaders have not seen these laptops or tablets. Students ages 6 to 18 years old were given devices for remote learning, and now IT teams must find the best way to sanitize these laptops, tablets and… Part of this involves the literal sanitization of devices.

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4 Commonsense Tips to Protect School Tech from Damage

EdTech Magazine

There is no denying that while mobile computing devices — Chromebooks, tablets, digital whiteboards, document cameras, e-readers, wearables and virtual reality headsets — can be effective educational tools, they also come with physical security and cybersecurity risks.

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The 5 Best Laptop Charging Carts for Schools in 2025

EdTech4Beginners

With laptops and tablets now essential for learning, you need a reliable solution to avoid the chaos of tangled cords and misplaced products. Compatibility: Confirm it works with your specific tablets, laptops or Chromebooks. It creates a smoother, more efficient learning environment for you and your students.

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Three Laptop Charging Cart Challenges and How to Solve Them

EdTech Magazine

To support these programs, tablet, Chromebook and computer carts have evolved to serve the needs of today’s K–12 districts. Frequently, they are used as charging stations for laptops and tablets. Now, many schools operate under a one-to-one model, with a device for every student and, likely, a number of backup machines.

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What Is an Asset Tag, and How Can It Help Districts Reconnect with Lost Devices?

EdTech Magazine

To support this digital shift, IT teams supplied laptops, tablets and other peripherals to make learning anywhere a possibility. Come fall, K–12 school buildings will welcome back students, educators and staff members who are ready to reconnect with one another after many months of online learning.

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