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Los Angeles schools chief could be on his way out
Deasy reportedly has told some officials he may leave but says he hasn't submitted a resignation letter.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 25, 2013 -
iPads in Los Angeles schools: District explains $100 price jump
Officials point to taxes as part of the reason the tablets are pricier than initial estimates.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 23, 2013 -
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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.
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Apple's new iPads: What they mean for education
The updated iPad brings slimmer, speedier new models — and lower-cost older models.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 22, 2013 -
Los Angeles iPad sticker shock: Each will cost about $100 more
The new price is a 14% increase over the original estimates.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 22, 2013 -
Why Chromebooks make sense for education
A school technology officer gives five reasons to go with Google.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 18, 2013 -
Los Angeles iPad rollout could be delayed
The head of the school district is asking for an extra year to distribute the tablets.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 17, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Infographic: Why librarians are crucial in the digital age [Educause 2013]
A new infographic from Jones eGlobal Library highlights the importance of librarians in helping students hone their research skills.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 16, 2013 -
Kentucky may point the way for Common Core rollout
The first state to adopt standards could hold lessons for others.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 16, 2013 -
4 L.A. schools say 'no thanks' to iPads—for now
They say they'll wait until security and other issues are resolved.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 15, 2013 -
Common Core tests put typing skills center stage
More kindergartners are learning to use the keyboard and mouse.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 14, 2013 -
Amazon acquires math instruction startup TenMarks
Is a bigger education push on the way for Kindle Fire?
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 10, 2013 -
Insiders tell why Los Angeles iPad program went south
Two contractors with firsthand knowledge of the rollout identify four problems.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 10, 2013 -
Los Angeles may enlist student hackers to improve iPad security
An expert says an ethics course would help, too.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 10, 2013 -
Texas school district scraps iPad program
The $16 million plan had management problems and unrealistic goals.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 9, 2013 -
What's behind Los Angeles iPad program's image problem?
One writer says the schools need to convince the public that poor children deserve iPads and that the district can be trusted.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 9, 2013 -
N.C. district suspends $30M Amplify program after charger melts
The melting charger isn't the only complaint, either.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 8, 2013 -
Student data company facing privacy backlash
A nonprofit wants to give educators more tools to view student data, but privacy advocates worry it's too much.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 7, 2013 -
iPad missteps prompt L.A. school board to schedule special meeting
The review follows a security breach and confusion over parental responsibility for the devices.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 7, 2013 -
L.A. iPads and Hollywood administrators: The week's most read education news
The government may have shut down, but education rolls on.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 4, 2013 -
Google VP: Chromebooks are used by 22% of U.S. school districts
Does Google pose a threat to Microsoft and Apple in the classroom?
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 3, 2013 -
Deep Dive4 lessons L.A.'s iPad rollout can teach everyone
For better or worse, the Los Angeles Unified School District's $1-billion device deployment sets an example for anyone hoping to follow suit.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 3, 2013 -
Who pays if Los Angeles students lose or break iPads?
District officials say it's not a settled issue.
By Daniel Shumski • Sept. 26, 2013 -
Los Angeles iPads unlocked as students find security workaround
The district has suspended home use of the devices following the revelation.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 25, 2013 -
Deep Dive
6 iPad and iPhone education apps now upgraded for iOS7
These six apps show off Apple's newest mobile operating system — including one free for a limited time.
By Daniel Shumski • Sept. 25, 2013 -
iOS 7 and LinkedIn: The week's most read education news
Did you hear about University of Cincinnati President Santa Ono's headline-grabbing Twitter presence?
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 20, 2013
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