Technology: Page 88
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Congress introduces legislation to close digital divides
A bipartisan bill was introduced to the House calling for a study of the homework gap and support for pilot programs to close it.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 25, 2015 -
Do online ELL tests offer a better measure of ability?
Two new computer-based ELL tests are debuting this year, raising educators’ hopes of a better assessment.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 25, 2015 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineSTEM
From AI to quantum physics, STEM learning opportunities in K-12 are expanding to keep pace with related fields.
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As cost decreases, more districts gain easy-access data systems
In the past, districts have opted to store data in cheaper archival systems.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 25, 2015 -
Deep Dive
5 ways schools can prepare for medical emergencies
We took a look at the barriers to preparing for urgent medical situations — and how to fix them.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 24, 2015 -
North Carolina's digital learning plan takes data-driven approach
The plan is the result of a combination of state laws and increasing pressure to change the way education is practiced.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 24, 2015 -
Tech transforms parent-teacher communications
Digital platforms offer new ways to engage parents, but research suggests the use of multiple avenues, including in-person, text, and digital tools.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 24, 2015 -
Versal goes mobile
While not in app form just yet, the company's course creation platform is now optimized for iOS and Android smartphones and tablets.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 23, 2015 -
Zuckerberg invests $5M in MasteryConnect
The personalized learning startup builds tools for teachers to design personalized learning plans and track students progress.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 23, 2015 -
Districts take innovative approaches to boosting graduation
More districts are providing early access to college-level courses and real world job experiences and thinking outside the traditional school model.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 23, 2015 -
How long should students spend on computers?
As blended learning grows in popularity, parents, teachers, and experts differ somewhat on how much time students should spend on computers.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 22, 2015 -
Tech-focused PD must look beyond simple device training
Teacher trainer Tom Daccord says the real challenge isn’t learning how to use devices, it’s knowing how those tools fit into pedagogy.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 22, 2015 -
Survey: Parents lack understanding of state, federal privacy laws
But they also support some uses of data in instruction, especially concerning academic performance.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 22, 2015 -
School districts turn to tech for safety measures
In response to school shootings, school districts have turned to tech-based safety solutions.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 21, 2015 -
Nepris offers real-world instruction using LinkedIn experts
The partnership will offer video streaming of expert lectures, sourced through LinkedIn’s volunteer function, to teachers and schools.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 21, 2015 -
Deep Dive
3 ways schools can incorporate play into innovative instruction
In an increasingly high-stakes environment, finding time for students to learn soft skills like sharing and problem solving still critical.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 21, 2015 -
Deep Dive
Inside a school that combines personalized learning with social-emotional skills
Jonathan Hanover, founder of Colorado's Roots Elementary, explains his charter school's data-driven progressive model and how to make it work.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 18, 2015 -
Keep E-rate funds for telephone infrastructure, educators say
In a survey, 86% of E-rate applicants, which includes schools, said they were concerned about the FCC’s phase-out of phone funds.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 18, 2015 -
LearnZillion announces $13 million in investments
The cloud-based Common Core curriculum provider, currently in use in more than 2,000 districts, drew investments from Owl Ventures and others.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 17, 2015 -
NYC to offer computer science for all students
"Every city dollar will be matched by one from the private sector," Mayor Bill de Blasio said.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 17, 2015 -
Study: Technology doesn't always boost learning
In a new paper released Tuesday, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development found that overexposure to technology can impact educational outcomes.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 16, 2015 -
Transparency found lacking among ed tech firms
Based on their websites, nailing down what exactly different ed tech solutions actually do can be difficult.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 16, 2015 -
Laurene Powell Jobs invests $50M in high school transformation initiative
The new initiative is soliciting proposals for innovative new high schools, with judges set to decide on a handful of schools to fund.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 15, 2015 -
iPad settlement with Apple, Pearson may be on the way for LAUSD
The total will likely top $6 million — much less than the refund originally requested for the $1.3 billion program.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 15, 2015 -
Environmental education provides project-based learning opportunities
As fewer students have easy access to nature, environmental education can offer a glimpse of a wider world.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 14, 2015 -
Nearly half of all K-12 devices sold are Chromebooks
Between April and June, 1.9 million of the Google-powered laptops sold in the K-12 market.
By Kate Schimel • Sept. 14, 2015
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