Survey examines barriers to evaluating, purchasing ed tech

A new study from nonprofit Digital Promise measured the success of ed tech pilots in classrooms.

By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 2, 2015

Alabama district considers abandoning textbooks with all-digital plan

If the plan wins over the Decatur City school board, textbook-based lessons could be eliminated from the district's classrooms by 2018.

By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 2, 2015

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Cybersecurity 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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Fierce competition for enrollment, retention sees district turn to customer service

It’s timeless, classic, and proven: Good customer service goes a long way, even in today’s public schools — and even farther when combined with smart technology. 

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 30, 2015

Survey: Tech use up significantly in K-8 classrooms

A stunning 80% of teachers surveyed in the new report said that they plan to increase their use of tech in the classroom next year.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 30, 2015

New measurements promote efficacy of personalized learning

PLPs are gaining the interest of parties ranging from the Gates Foundation to Facebook.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 30, 2015

ASCD resource to provide monthly PD packs

The organization's new myTeachSource service is available for free to all ASCD members, and $29 annually for non-members.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 29, 2015

At California virtual charter chain, long struggle leads to union victory for teachers

Teachers at the California Virtual Academies have unionized, joining the 16% of California charters that have done so, compared to just 7% nationally. 

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 24, 2015

Digital STEM curriculum helps Pasadena USD meet Next Gen Science Standards

The district is using the ready-made STEMScope curriculum in 24 schools to specifically support NGSS standards.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 23, 2015

For some rural districts, E-rate program hugely successful

In districts like Mississippi's Calhoun County, the federal program has brought schools high-speed connections at significant discounts.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 23, 2015

California district offers annual $500 PD bonus

San Joaquin Valley superintendent Edward Gonzalez offers the professional development funding to teachers and select other district staff.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 23, 2015

Rural New Mexico school connectivity problems bigger than solutions

In rural districts like Quemado, a perfect storm of regulatory loopholes and no telecom competition make Internet connectivity nearly impossible.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 23, 2015

OECD partners with Northwest Evaluation Association for 2016 exam

With the new partnership, the two organizations are joining forces to help countries around the world continue to assess student performance.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 18, 2015

Minecraft-themed coding tutorial unveiled ahead of Hour of Code

The free guide for students ages six and up aims to make learning the fundamentals of coding fun.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 18, 2015

Pearson partnership includes students in digital curriculum design

A small team of New Jersey elementary students will give the ed giant feedback on what does or doesn't work in its SuccessMaker curriculum. 

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 18, 2015

Districts seek better results with DIY tech approach

With some new software and system tools too expensive or unwieldy, some districts are now turning to in-house solutions.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 18, 2015

zSpace expands 3D augmented reality STEM software for classrooms

The ed tech provider's expansion includes hundreds of new lesson plans.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 18, 2015

Viral cell phone videos inspire dialogue over regulation

How and when students can use cell phones in schools varies, but are more guidelines needed as BYOD programs expand?

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 16, 2015

OER called 'mixed blessing' for game-based learning

Will schools pay for digital games and learning if they can get Open Educational Resources for free?

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 16, 2015

Cost blocking many schools from high-speed internet

While progress has been made, the "E-rate and Infrastructure" report showed cost is still a barrier to high-speed internet access in many U.S. schools. 

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 12, 2015

Ed-tech advocacy group explores 'micro-credentials' for teachers

By and large, the survey found that most teachers weren't familiar with micro-credentials, most were also open to trying them out.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 12, 2015

At iNACOL symposium, dialogue about achievement metrics for blended classrooms

At this year's conference in Florida, 3,000 attendees focused on how to make blended learning work best for students and educators alike.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 12, 2015

With $32 million funding boost, Schoology poised to expand globally

The company plans to use the funds to take on competitors and grow beyond the 130 countries where it's currently utilized.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 10, 2015

Turning one AL school around with interactive STEM education

One superintendent's embrace of STEM brought significant changes -- including a novel aquarium project -- to his district in under a year. 

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 10, 2015

W Virginia ed leaders encourage 1:1 to disrupt digital inequity

State Superintendent Dr. Michael Martirano wants a computer or tablet in the hands of every student in grades 3-12 by 2020.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 9, 2015

How did Chromebooks corner the K-12 market?

With 2.5 million Google-powered Chromebooks shipped to schools in the first half of 2015 alone, the device has surged in popularity for several reasons.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 9, 2015