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Google launches app store for educators
Apple's iPad may face serious competition from Google's Play for Education and its content management tools.
By Roger Riddell • May 16, 2013 -
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10 startups that are shaping the future of education
These ten startups are making big waves in the education space.
By Roger Riddell • May 13, 2013 -
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iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty ImagesTrendlineCybersecurity 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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Bill would count AP computer science as a math or science class in Wash.
The bill is part of an effort to increase focus on STEM education in the state.
By Roger Riddell • May 13, 2013 -
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Most Read: MOOCs, MOOCs and more MOOCs
MOOCs made headlines more than once this week.
By Davide Savenije • May 10, 2013 -
N.Y.'s Flatiron School, startup Skillcrush team up for summer coding program
The first two-week program will admit only 20 students.
By Roger Riddell • May 6, 2013 -
Problems with online testing lead Ky. to return to pencil and paper
At least two other states had issues with ACT Inc.'s currently suspended testing system.
By Roger Riddell • May 6, 2013 -
PBS to air TED Talks education special
TED will adapt its 18-minute speech format to a television-friendly 5-8 minutes for the education-centric special.
By Roger Riddell • May 6, 2013 -
Should mobile devices play a role in the classroom?
A new study shows what students' parents think.
By Davide Savenije • May 2, 2013 -
Arne Duncan to Silicon Valley: 'We have so far to go'
At the New Schools Summit, Education Secretary Arne Duncan touched on education's place in the national dialogue, MOOCs and more.
By Roger Riddell • May 2, 2013 -
Curious marketplace joins the online video learning race
Here's what $7.5 million in funding got them.
By Brian Warmoth • May 1, 2013 -
Coursera MOOCs arrive for K-12 instructors
Can the MOOC provider build a better professional development model for teachers?
By Roger Riddell • May 1, 2013 -
Startup GradFly launches online portfolio for high school STEM students
The startup is seeking to fill a need for talented STEM-focused high school students.
By Davide Savenije • April 30, 2013 -
'Khan Academy of Latin America' eyes U.S. expansion
Online learning startup TareasPlus enables teachers to create and share content.
By Davide Savenije • April 29, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Most Read Education News of the Week: Dartmouth uproar and the Common Core
Dartmouth College canceled classes after anonymous threats were posted online, while it was announced that the Common Core would test students' digital literacy skills.
By Davide Savenije • April 26, 2013 -
Startup incubator Imagine K12 increases per-startup funding to $100K
The startup accelerator's new "start fund" made the $80,000 seed capital increase possible.
By Roger Riddell • April 24, 2013 -
Common Core to test students' digital literacy
Skills tested include critical thinking exercises aimed at finding and evaluating information online.
By Roger Riddell • April 24, 2013 -
Deep Dive
15 ed tech Twitter accounts you need to follow
These experts and organizations can be valuable resources for keeping up with the latest developments in education technology.
By Roger Riddell • April 22, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Most Read Education News of the Week: NovoEd, edX and billionaires
Miss out on the week's biggest education news? Now is your chance to catch up.
By Brian Warmoth • April 19, 2013 -
Current, former W. Va. governors join forces on ed tech project
The project will help schools assess their technology needs and develop a plan accordingly.
By Roger Riddell • April 18, 2013 -
Deep Dive
6 billionaires changing the face of education
Education's richest philanthropist and five other billionaires show up on our list of the field's most powerful pocketbooks.
By Roger Riddell • April 16, 2013 -
Scholastic adapting to digital world with new e-products
The education publishing giant has seen a big drop in book sales, but is making a comeback with long-term investments in education technology.
By Davide Savenije • April 16, 2013 -
Colorado seeks common vision for many STEM initiatives
Though several STEM initiatives currently exist across the state, a clearly-defined framework does not.
By Roger Riddell • April 15, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Most Read Education News of the Week: MOOCs, Twitter and Apple TV
If you missed any of this week's big headlines, our Most Read will keep you up-to-date.
By Davide Savenije • April 12, 2013 -
Does the U.S. education system need a technology upgrade?
A new Politico opinion piece argues that a meaningful national approach to ed tech is necessary for U.S. students to succeed.
By Roger Riddell • April 11, 2013 -
Online tech education startup Treehouse raises $7 million
The online tech education startup has raised a total of $11.75 million so far.
By Roger Riddell • April 10, 2013