Technology: Page 108
-
NPR: Modern pre-K push embodies Fred Rogers' ethos
Much of the current early education debate is in line with the late TV host's thinking.
By Allie Gross • May 27, 2014 -
Duncan praises Tennessee's tackling of education 'courage gap'
The nation's top education official says the state implemented reforms other states are often afraid to take on.
By Allie Gross • May 21, 2014 -
Explore the Trendline➔
iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images
TrendlineCybersecurity in K-12 Education
From the growing and persistent threat of ransomware attacks to concerns about vendors’ practices, schools have become increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks amid digital transitions.
By K-12 Dive staff -
Blackboard's Innovative Classroom solution selected by Arizona Dept. of Ed.
The solution will standardize the online platforms and tools used in public schools statewide.
By Roger Riddell • May 20, 2014 -
Indiana's student data collection efforts met with contempt
The Indiana Network of Knowledge, a portal linking student data with state labor data, is meeting increasing resistance in the state.
By Allie Gross • May 20, 2014 -
Deep Dive
4 of the biggest myths surrounding the student data debate
The Data Quality Campaign offers insight into the biggest miscommunications regarding the use of big data in schools.
By Roger Riddell • May 19, 2014 -
Toca Boca: Not all children's apps are educational
Despite being one of the top selling apps in the education section of the App Store, Toca Boca won't be selling to American schools.
By Allie Gross • May 19, 2014 -
Samsung unveils new ed tablet
The Galaxy Tab 4 Education delivers durability, a low price point, and Google Play for Education support.
By Allie Gross • May 16, 2014 -
How to boost STEM education
A twitter chat hosted by The USA Science and Engineering Festival suggests several best practices for teaching science, technology, engineering, and math.
By Allie Gross • May 16, 2014 -
Texas, Connecticut districts ban social app over bullying concerns
To make things worse, the app's name infringes on a platform used by hundreds of U.S. schools.
By Roger Riddell • May 14, 2014 -
All Covered unveils K-12 education software and services suite
The cloud-based suite includes partnerships with PassTheNotes, SchoolBrains, Hapara, and Tableau Software.
By Roger Riddell • May 14, 2014 -
Deep Dive
6 must-see education TED Talks
The conference has played host to some of the brightest education ideas from experts in numerous fields.
By Roger Riddell • May 9, 2014 -
Texas gubernatorial candidate calls for more ed tech
Greg Abbott wants to see more technology used in the Lone Star State's schools.
By Allie Gross • May 9, 2014 -
Cengage Learning announces big data partnership with Celebrus Technologies
Analytics data provided by the collaboration will be used to inform upgrades and new products.
By Roger Riddell • May 8, 2014 -
New book dissects flaws in virtual education
Equal Scrutiny: Privatization and Accountability in Digital Education argues appropriate accountability measures are needed for digital learning to advance.
By Allie Gross • May 8, 2014 -
Data Quality Campaign founder addresses student data controversy
In an editorial for the Huffington Post, Data Quality Campaign founder Aimee Rogstad Guidera explains why parents should be begging for student data.
By Allie Gross • May 8, 2014 -
Deep Dive
A brief history of education's big data debate
Concern over the collection and sharing of student data dates as far back as the 1970s.
By Allie Gross • May 7, 2014 -
Actualize.Me wins Philly EdTech Hackathon
The third annual event saw hackers build out ideas proposed by students and district officials for the benefit of the Philadelphia School District.
By Roger Riddell • May 7, 2014 -
Silicon Valley: California needs more K-12 computer science ed
The request stems from a shortage of qualified workers.
By Allie Gross • May 7, 2014 -
Majority of Louisiana students prefer online Common Core exam
Will the state education department's data sway lawmakers as they debate whether to adopt the PARCC exam?
By Roger Riddell • May 5, 2014 -
Books and bankruptcy: The week's most read education news
Miss ConnectEDU's bankruptcy or Mark Cuban's ed tech investments? Get caught up on that and more right here!
By Roger Riddell • May 2, 2014 -
White House calls for updates to student privacy laws
Both current laws are long outdated.
By Roger Riddell • May 2, 2014 -
Blackboard forges digital content partnership with Discovery Education
The partnership adds Discovery Education content to Blackboard Learn, and a K-12 component is set for later this year.
By Roger Riddell • May 1, 2014 -
Google stops mining data from Apps for Education
The decision comes on the heels of a California lawsuit that alleges the practice violates the state's wiretap laws.
By Roger Riddell • April 30, 2014 -
ConnectEDU files for bankruptcy
The ed tech startup filed for Chapter 11 protection and laid off all but 10 employees just months after receiving a $500,000 Gates Foundation grant.
By Keith Button • April 30, 2014 -
Deep Dive
4 resources for engaging students beyond the textbook
These supplemental resources can help push students to make connections between the classroom and the real world.
By Allie Gross • April 29, 2014
Previous
