Technology: Page 118
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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 -
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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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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 -
How to use Apple TV in the classroom
Apple TV's "Airplay" feature provides teachers with an easy way to integrate technology in the classroom.
By Davide Savenije • April 8, 2013 -
Facebook, Gates Foundation host education app 'hackathons'
The events will focus on educational app development for Facebook.
By Roger Riddell • April 8, 2013 -
Schools Deliver Online Learning, Mobile Capabilities with New LMS
Pennsylvania College of Technology and the American University Washington College of Law (AUWCL) have adopted Desire2Learn Learning Suite. The institutions plan to use the platform to provide distance learning courses and mobile capabilities to their students and educators, according to a stat...
By Roger Riddell • April 4, 2013 -
20 new schools to open in the Bronx
Some of the new schools will offer opportunities for students interested in technological or health professions.
By Roger Riddell • April 4, 2013 -
Robot teaches in Kan. high school
The school's newest hire can be programmed for a number of tasks.
By Roger Riddell • April 4, 2013 -
Deep Dive
As online learning rewrites K-12 education, Edgenuity shares its playbook
Dive Interview: Edgenuity, Inc. CEO Sari Factor explains where she sees online and blending learning headed in the K-12 arena.
By Davide Savenije • April 3, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Udemy's new iPhone app: The quest for video learning, anytime, anywhere
Dive Interview: Dinesh Thiru, Udemy's vice president of marketing, tells the story behind his company's new online learning play in the App Store.
By Davide Savenije • April 2, 2013
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