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Are Chromebooks putting pressure on iPads in schools?
Google's share of the K-12 pie is rising quickly.
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 28, 2014 -
Americans believe respect for teachers is falling, poll says
Americans think instructors' respect for students is also falling, the survey says.
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 27, 2014 -
Trendline
Curriculum
Educators are exploring a variety of strategies to improve students’ learning experiences while continuing to navigate ongoing political disputes.
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California court case examines teachers' job security
If successful, a lawsuit could make it easier to fire instructors.
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 27, 2014 -
Deep Dive
5 ed tech podcasts you should listen to
These online radio shows will provide tips and expand your knowledge of the fast-changing world of education technology.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 24, 2014 -
Intel debuts education tablet and laptop
The durable devices benefit from the company's recent Kno acquisition.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 22, 2014 -
Apple educational content now available worldwide
Educators and students around the world can now take advantage of its textbook and course management platforms.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 21, 2014 -
Changing demographics could soon echo in college classes
Fewer young children could mean a change in the way universities do business.
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 21, 2014 -
Lockdown drills increasingly commonplace in schools
Most states require safety plans, with some specifically requiring lockdown drills.
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 17, 2014 -
Retrieved from Apple on December 02, 2013
Deep DiveHow much did 6 districts pay for 1:1 tech rollouts?
And what are they getting for their money?
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 16, 2014 -
U.S. math textbooks more challenging than Korean counterparts
So why do American students lag in math?
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 16, 2014 -
Some school networks cracking under weight of mobile traffic
School districts are shifting technology and investing money in upgrading.
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 15, 2014 -
Retrieved from Apple on October 22, 2013
Los Angeles approves more iPads for students
The final cost of the rollout is up in the air.
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 15, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Versal CEO: Building online courses should be easy [CES 2014]
A lack of coding or programming skills shouldn't hold educators back from venturing into online learning, says Gregor Freund.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 14, 2014 -
House Democrat influential in education retiring after 40 years
Rep. George Miller helped write No Child Left Behind.
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 14, 2014 -
Florida proposes 98 changes to Common Core
The state is adopting the standards but wants tweaks, such as incorporating cursive writing into the goals.
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 14, 2014 -
Desegregation: Arkansas deal could end special payments to schools
A settlement would wrap up part of a battle that has its roots in civil rights efforts more than 50 years old.
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 13, 2014 -
Tuition cuts and Clinton's for-profit gig: The week's most-read education news
Vantage Learning's CEO also told us about how computers can now grade essays as well as humans.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 10, 2014 -
L.A. Public Library to offer high school diplomas
Education will be geared toward jobs in Los Angeles program.
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 10, 2014 -
Obama wants fewer expulsions, suspensions
The administration is telling schools to use harsh punishments only as a last resort.
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 9, 2014 -
Chicago-area schools pool resources to offer online classes
The move comes after districts rejected a for-profit school operator.
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 8, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Vantage Learning CEO: Computers can now competently grade essays
After decades of R&D, Peter Murphy's company has an adaptive learning solution for written work.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 7, 2014 -
States wrestle with living up to No Child Left Behind waivers
New reports suggest some are having trouble meeting their goals.
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 7, 2014 -
Arizona DOE seeks $16.5M to modernize student data system
The state's current system reportedly burdens schools with unnecessary costs and bureaucracy.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 6, 2014 -
McAuliffe names former Va. first lady Holton education secretary
The state's new education chief describes herself as a product of its public schools.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 3, 2014 -
Retrieved from Apple on December 02, 2013
Price of Los Angeles iPad program dwarfs similar projects
The per-unit cost is at least triple many other programs.
By Daniel Shumski • Jan. 3, 2014
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