Technology

School districts can drive an easy way to 100% MFA coverage, closing security gaps

Hardware-based security keys such as the YubiKey, offer the quickest way to get to full MFA for our most vulnerable school districts.

June 21, 2022

Expectations for ESSER: The benefits and limits of the historic investment

We’ve gathered all three parts of our series examining the goals stakeholders have for federal relief funds in one place for your convenience.

June 14, 2022

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Ed Tech

Nearly two years after the coronavirus pandemic necessitated a seismic shift in the ed tech landscape nationwide, schools are continuing to adjust to and adapt. We're keeping this page up to date with the latest ed tech trends and developments.

By K-12 Dive staff

Ed Dept sets timeline for online, adaptive NAEP administration

The department has already piloted online administration in five states, with more field testing planned for 2023.

By Naaz Modan • June 8, 2022

Illuminate Education data breach now reported in Los Angeles schools, too

Three of the nation’s largest school districts have been recently hit by data breaches tied to ed tech vendors.

By Anna Merod • June 6, 2022

3 ways to keep student data privacy top-of-mind in ed tech procurement

With the FTC doubling down to hold ed tech providers accountable for protecting student data privacy, two experts weigh in on districts’ role.

By Anna Merod • June 1, 2022

Questions to ask before selecting a digital signage solution

The last thing any school or university wants to do is part with significant sums of money, only to find that the technology is out of date within 12 months.

May 31, 2022

Zovio sells tutoring services business for $55M

The educational services company also said it repaid a $31.5M loan it took out in case it needs to pay for a judgment in a California lawsuit.

By Natalie Schwartz • May 25, 2022

Chicago Public Schools data breach affects nearly 500K students

Nonprofit vendor Battelle for Kids recently informed CPS a ransomware attack in December exposed data of 495,448 students and 56,138 staff.

By Anna Merod • May 24, 2022

2 plans that can help protect your school district from a ransomware attack

Learn the actions to take to defend against ransomware and meet cyber insurance MFA requirements.

May 16, 2022

Teachers say live instruction better for mitigating learning loss

A GAO report examines approaches teachers say most helped students in SY 2020-21. The findings could offer insights for future emergencies.

By Kara Arundel • May 11, 2022

White House eyes digital divide with discount for low-income families

Almost 40% of American households will be eligible for subsidies lowering internet costs to no more than $30 a month under the $14.2 billion program. 

By Anna Merod • May 10, 2022

Study: VR better than video for student performance, engagement

Experts find the results of European research on middle schoolers hopeful for educators looking to bring the metaverse into schools.

By Anna Merod • May 9, 2022

LAUSD makes 'historic' $50M investment to address digital divide

Los Angeles Superintendent Alberto Carvalho said internet access is a “civil right” when he announced a districtwide connectivity program.

By Anna Merod • May 6, 2022

Report examines how tech can improve school-family engagement

Strategies adopted by districts nationwide during the pandemic highlighted the pros and cons of shifting to more tech-driven communication strategies.

By Anna Merod • May 4, 2022

FCC opens third and likely final round of funding to address homework gap

Schools stepped up to fix gaps in home internet access during the pandemic. Now, ed advocates wonder about long-term solutions.

By Kara Arundel • April 28, 2022

'Scalpel, please': Students practice robotics, get taste of medical careers

Utah students used a robotic tool that helps doctors perform surgeries at a nearby hospital, revealing their excitement in emerging medical careers. 

By Anna Merod • April 27, 2022

Emerging tools can help make student-teacher relationships stronger than ever

A former superintendent writes that some classroom tech can free educators' time from logistics and rote grading to allow more face time with students.

By Robert Avossa • April 19, 2022

5 best practices Baltimore schools learned from a 2020 ransomware attack

District IT leaders say it's key to collaborate with local partners when recovering and responding to a cyberattack.

By Anna Merod • April 14, 2022

4 lessons from ongoing efforts to close the K-12 digital divide

Two school systems share how their pandemic experiences still drive efforts to connect all students to reliable, high-speed internet and virtual engagement.

By Kara Arundel • April 14, 2022

The role of technology in personalized learning

Today's technology has merely added the fuel personalized learning needed to move into the mainstream.

April 11, 2022

Top 3 tips in making intentional technology purchases for better ROI

Gain insight to ensure the next educational technology purchase is made purposefully.

April 4, 2022

Connected classrooms built on the cloud

For this school year and beyond, District IT teams are equipped with tool kits of IoT and technology that create more connected classrooms and power the best learning experiences for all.

April 4, 2022

Data breach exposes 820K New York City students' information

A cyberattack on vendor Illuminate Education exposed information that legally should have been encrypted, the NYC Department of Education said.

By Anna Merod • Updated June 2, 2022

3 ways podcasting can strengthen core academic skills

From helping students find a voice to improving their writing skills, the popular audio format can be a powerful curricular supplement.

By Lauren Barack • March 30, 2022

Should schools invest in the metaverse?

K-12 gaming experts say districts could get left behind if they don't integrate related tech into curricula to facilitate virtual trips, AR projections and more.

By Anna Merod • March 30, 2022