Technology: Page 57
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How should educators begin building the schools of the future?
Two researchers examined schools nationwide and determined eight key takeaways on setting in motion the path toward future models.
By Pat Donachie • June 2, 2017 -
Virtual reality could be poised to disrupt the prison education market
The technology can provide real-world experiences and hands-on training to help provide career certificates prior to release.
By Autumn A. Arnett • June 2, 2017 -
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iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty ImagesTrendlineCybersecurity 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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Armed Forces see STEM education as ensuring a bright future
The U.S. military employs thousands in STEM-related pursuits, and the branches are trying to ensure those skillsets are paramount for today's students by promoting them in workshops and mentorships.
By Pat Donachie • May 30, 2017 -
Gene editing comes to the classroom
Scientific tools like CRISPR Cas9 are increasingly becoming accessible to students, as opposed to being a resource available solely to researchers.
By Pat Donachie • May 30, 2017 -
Chicago magnet principal's tech approach empowers teachers
Due to finances, Wildwood IB World Magnet School had to forgo tech staff — but doing so has facilitated innovation by teacher leaders.
By Roger Riddell • May 26, 2017 -
New York district credits strategy, PD for smooth 1:1 rollout
Brewster Central School District Instructional Technology Specialist Peter LaMoreaux writes that organization and proper advance training helped one middle school distribute 750 devices in under three hours.
By Roger Riddell • May 25, 2017 -
Skype, live video feeds enhancing K-12 classrooms
New video formats and tech tools are being put to use in creative new ways in K-12 classrooms throughout the U.S., offering new opportunities for students.
By Pat Donachie • May 25, 2017 -
More schools, districts moving to the cloud, but apprehension remains
While security is always a concern, most IT professionals say migration and implementation are the biggest worries in the shift to the cloud.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 24, 2017 -
School administrators want ability to filter Wi-Fi on school buses
Concern remains about the ability to block inappropriate websites, according to a new survey.
By Pat Donachie • May 24, 2017 -
Partnership expands access to online curricula for students in Tri-State area
Schools in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut are joining with Virtual High Schools to offer online and blended learning classes for students.
By Pat Donachie • May 24, 2017 -
Can selfie videos help students improve written, verbal communication?
Discussing characters and concepts from reading material in video selfies is also encouraging second-grade students at Stratham Memorial School in Exeter, NH, to think critically and creatively.
By Roger Riddell • May 23, 2017 -
School districts intend to use mobile more to communicate with parents
Districts plan an average 44% increase in the amount of communication via mobile apps they utilize in the next 1-3 years, according to a new survey by West Corporation.
By Pat Donachie • May 23, 2017 -
Tech disciplines require employees with better writing skills
While writing courses are often thought of as being just a hurdle one needs to clear en route to degree or diploma, experts posit written communicators are actually better coders.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 22, 2017 -
Report urges educators to integrate STEM in pre-K
STEM is an increasingly popular approach throughout K-12, but a new report is urging its wider use in early childhood programs, as well.
By Pat Donachie • May 22, 2017 -
Navigational issues hinder performance on standardized exams
A recent AAAS study showed elementary and middle school students fared worse on digital exams that didn't allow them to revisit questions than their peers using paper versions.
By Roger Riddell • May 19, 2017 -
Educators consider ways to teach 'digital civility'
With the preponderance of smartphones in the classroom, lessons on how to use them properly are becoming even more important.
By Pat Donachie • May 18, 2017 -
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Rural districts band together to promote innovation across schools
Collaboration among schools in the same district can heavily contribute toward student success.
By Linda Jacobson • May 16, 2017 -
Project Tomorrow report details students' digital learning preferences
56% of students are reportedly using technology to learn outside of school more often than at school, and demand for online options is rising.
By Roger Riddell • May 16, 2017 -
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School districts can drive demand for accessible content from publishers
Bookshare, an accessible online library, is facilitating a "born accessible" movement that could put it out of business by pressuring publishers to produce accessible titles.
By Tara García Mathewson • May 16, 2017 -
High school constructs new digital spaces for students
One Illinois school has built new areas stacked with technological advances for students to complete group projects, and they have proven to be very successful.
By Pat Donachie • May 12, 2017 -
Educators grade performance of tech companies in K-12 classrooms
Tech giants like Microsoft, Google, Apple and Amazon are making inroads in K-12 classrooms throughout the country, and school teachers are giving high marks to Google's Chromebooks.
By Pat Donachie • May 9, 2017 -
Unpacking the value of technology in the classroom
For educators who properly apply it, ed tech can have tremendous benefits to student learning.
By Pat Donachie • May 9, 2017 -
Video can offer a boon for principals looking to improve
Administrators can benefit from videotaping themselves during their work to find out how they are approaching their job and interacting with staff.
By Pat Donachie • May 8, 2017 -
Platform 'Uberizes' English-learning from US educators for Chinese students
The gig economy continues to expand for American educators, but how might it impact existing shortages nationwide?
By Roger Riddell • May 5, 2017 -
Budgets don't have to impede closing homework gap
Districts can take several steps to work around financial strain and guarantee students reliable internet access at home.
By Roger Riddell • May 4, 2017