Technology: Page 56
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Deep Dive
Keep an eye on these 7 notable ed tech tools from ISTE 2017
Game-based learning platforms, eMentoring services and STEM robots caught our eye on the showfloor.
By Roger Riddell • July 7, 2017 -
How administrators can get teacher buy-in on change initiatives
When it comes to efforts like technology adoption, administrators will see greater success if they actually pay attention to what their teachers want.
By Shalina Chatlani • July 6, 2017 -
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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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Deep Dive
4 key takeaways from ISTE's 'CTO Boot Camp' panel
During a lunch-hour panel, a group of K-12 tech administrators offered takeaways around expecting the unexpected, planning, cybersecurity and staffing.
By Roger Riddell • July 6, 2017 -
Robotics and AI tech can revolutionize classroom ed
Developers specializing in artificial intelligence and robotics are making great strides in creating tech for classroom education, and research suggests they can assist in STEM learning and career choices.
By Pat Donachie • July 6, 2017 -
Classroom design vital to ed tech innovation, productivity
Educators need to consider how classroom design can take advantage of innovations in ed tech, according to two individuals who completely redesigned a computer lab into an active learning environment.
By Pat Donachie • July 6, 2017 -
What Trump's $1T infrastructure plan means for rural schools
An emphasis on high speed internet across all of the nation could help close digital gaps for students in rural areas.
By Shalina Chatlani • July 5, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Alabama district shares 6 steps to Chromebook success at ISTE 2017
A trio of tech administrators shared best practices on issues ranging from device selection to networking, filtering and PD.
By Roger Riddell • June 30, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Governors tout funding support for computer science classes, PD
States nationwide are investing more resources to increase access to computer science and support professional learning around CS curricula.
By Pat Donachie • June 29, 2017 -
Students report high engagement with OER materials
Open educational resources are notching high marks from respondents in a survey of students and faculty at 38 community colleges.
By Pat Donachie • June 29, 2017 -
Online apps designed to more effectively meet the learning needs of ELLs
Schools that are grappling with the difficulties of language barriers can look toward machine translation to reduce equity gaps.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 29, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Tuesday at ISTE 2017: Looking beyond 'single stories,' rethinking class design
While the announcements slowed, the day still saw new CTE offerings from zSpace, new charging and storage solutions from Belkin, and more.
By Roger Riddell • June 27, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Monday at ISTE 2017: Radiolab, digital equity and Chromebooks
K-12's biggest innovation conference got off with a bang as more than 21,000 attendees descended upon San Antonio.
By Roger Riddell • June 26, 2017 -
Districts offer loaner laptops to counter summer learning losses
The strategy looks to close access gaps in rural or low-income areas to help students retain the knowledge and skills attained during the school year.
By Pat Donachie • June 26, 2017 -
Organization establishes new micro-credential for librarians
Future Ready Librarians hopes to enhance students' ability to be creators with a five-district pilot intended to bolster librarian training.
By Pat Donachie • June 23, 2017 -
Technology as an asset in school choice era
The Trump administration is supportive of school choice efforts, and education leaders can use tech to make the most of it.
By Pat Donachie • June 21, 2017 -
4 ed tech trends shaking up the first quarter of 2017
Google OS is taking over, and overall computer usage is skyrocketing in schools.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 21, 2017 -
Expert offers advice on building curriculum and resources
Administrators working with vendors on supplying resources for curriculum should offer significant lead time, details on needs for assessment, and what information on what tech is in use in your classrooms.
By Pat Donachie • June 20, 2017 -
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ISTE 2017: Reduce Internet Distractions with 7 Simple Steps
NetRef introduces keys and tips to ensure students are stay focused in technology-rich classrooms.
June 20, 2017 -
9 benefits of implementing innovative education
Educators who turn towards project-based learning will see that students are not only interested and engaged, but also gaining hands-on experience necessary for the real-world.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 19, 2017 -
Deep Dive
EdTech: What K-12 educators need to know
Technology is changing the way the entire world operates — from commerce to transportation — and education is no exception.
By Autumn A. Arnett • June 16, 2017 -
Teachers give low marks on schools' ed tech use
In a recent survey of educators, many expressed dissatisfaction with how technology is being leveraged in their schools to improve student learning.
By Pat Donachie • June 14, 2017 -
Facebook testing new features to turn site into platform for online education
If the social network's developer community rolls these features out, it means that anyone on the site could start teaching online courses.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 13, 2017 -
Opinion
Best practices to protect and empower students online
Hutto Independent School District Director of Technology Travis Brown offers his advice on how to protect students from illegal, indecent or time-wasting content without significantly limiting access online.
By Travis Brown, Director of Technology at Hutto ISD • June 12, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The top 5 trends in K-12 ed tech — and where they're headed
As technology becomes a mainstay for the classroom, K-12 administrators should consider these trends to ensure they are building solid ed tech strategies.
By Jessica Leigh Brown • June 12, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Bridging the digital divide: Districts work to overcome access deserts at school and at home
Not having access to reliable internet deeply impacts student learning and puts kids at a competitive disadvantage.
By Autumn A. Arnett • June 12, 2017
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