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Schools have the data — and now they're actually using it
But concerns over student privacy rise along with use of information.
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 20, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Teaching online: Udemy grant winner shares his secrets
"Summer of Teaching" grant winner Larry Paul tells us about his experience and what works best in an online course.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 19, 2013 -
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From AI to quantum physics, STEM learning opportunities in K-12 are expanding to keep pace with related fields.
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Tweeting presidents and stock stumbles: The week's most read education news
Miss any of the week's top education posts? Don't worry. We've got you covered.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 15, 2013 -
Classrooms go high-tech with Google Play for Education
on Thu, 11/14/2013 - 3:45pm Google is making it more convenient for schools around the country to integrate tablets and educational apps into the classroom. The search giant on Wednesday officially launched tablets running Google Play for Education, a version of the Google Play app store specific...
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 14, 2013 -
Los Angeles iPad plan survives tense vote
But the rest of the rollout may face new hurdles.
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 13, 2013 -
Kno acquired by Intel for pennies on the dollar
The ed tech startup failed to gain traction when it shifted from its tablet to an app-based e-textbook solution.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 12, 2013 -
Penn Foster announces Dropout Retrieval Solution program
The self-paced program for at-risk students and those who have already dropped out has seen success in districts like Polk County, Fla.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 8, 2013 -
Clickers, MOOCs and LEGO: This week's most-read education news
Get caught up on the public response to Obama's college plan and more with this week's top posts.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 8, 2013 -
Atomic Learning wins Tech & Learning Award of Excellence
A panel of more than 30 educators chose Atomic Mobilize in the "New Product" category.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 7, 2013 -
Retrieved from Apple on October 22, 2013
Los Angeles iPad funding a question mark in 3 years
The school district hears four options for funding the program, each with its own problems.
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 6, 2013 -
Google launches Connected Classrooms initiative for virtual field trips
The initiative will let students "visit" locations ranging from the Seattle Aquarium and American Museum of Natural History to the International Space Station.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 5, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Data security: 8 companies that want schools to embrace the cloud
Who can you trust to keep your school's information safe?
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 5, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Clicker tech: 5 companies championing active learning
Solutions allowing students to use their own devices are taking over the market.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 1, 2013 -
Adaptive learning and new books: This week's most read education news
Read on to find out what educators need to know about OSX Mavericks and more.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 1, 2013 -
Retrieved from Apple on October 22, 2013
iPads in the classroom: 3 student success stories
A Chicago teacher shares three of her favorite triumphs through using the tablet.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 30, 2013 -
Los Angeles schools chief faces evaluation amid controversy
Deasy set the bar for himself high and now must face the school board.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 29, 2013 -
Meeting on Los Angeles iPads delayed over leadership uncertainty
The future of the tablet program was to be considered Tuesday, but Deasy's possible resignation has taken precedence.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 28, 2013 -
Deep Dive
9 new books educators need to know about
From online learning to the Common Core standards, there's something new for educators at all levels on bookshelves in coming months.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 25, 2013 -
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 -
Retrieved from Apple on October 22, 2013
Deep DiveApple'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