Is Google Fiber a broadband game-changer for inner-city, rural schools?

Three new Google Fiber programs may help bring access to affordable broadband service to schools that are still lacking.  

By Erin McIntyre • May 12, 2016

Former policymakers say data use key to classroom success under ESSA

In a USA Today op-ed, former NC Gov. Bev Perdue and former Washington AG Rob McKenna say using data will enable peak performance among schools and students.

By Erin McIntyre • May 11, 2016

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School Safety and Security

Safety and security has been a growing concern for school districts, with shootings continuing to rise amid concerns over how to best prevent and respond to them.

By K-12 Dive staff

E-Rate applications at $5.8 billion, but schools need more than funding

Despite $5.8 billion in federal E-Rate applications, many schools still are trying to overcome internet connectivity barriers. 

By Erin McIntyre • May 6, 2016

Survey: 65% of educators concerned about assessment quality

A new survey by Performance Matters found a majority of educators are planning to develop assessment for courses that states do not currently evaluate.

By Erin McIntyre • May 5, 2016

The difficult realities of implementing #CSforAll

Just how achievable is the White House Computer Science For All initiative (#CSForAll) for most states and districts?

By Erin McIntyre • May 4, 2016

Demand for tablets plummets globally; students prefer desktops, laptops

While the tablet's impact on learning was up for debate, many districts turned to the more affordable Chromebooks.

By Erin McIntyre • April 29, 2016

Partnerships help schools increase bandwidth

An ethernet-based communications provider, Lightpath, is helping some schools increase bandwidth and Internet connectivity with fiber networks.

By Erin McIntyre • April 29, 2016

Coalition of tech leaders writes Congress encouraging coding in classrooms

A powerful group of tech leaders issued an open letter to Congress asking for $250 million worth of federal funding to teach coding to all students.

By Erin McIntyre • April 27, 2016

Student safety & welfare in a digital age

There have been few reports of security lapses in K-12 schools, but that doesn't mean student data privacy should be overlooked by school administrators and parents.

April 26, 2016

$30M goes to Amazon for K-12 e-book contract

A new contract worth $30 million between Amazon and New York City public schools means that the tech giant will be providing e-books to city students for the next three years.

By Erin McIntyre • April 26, 2016

Computer science teaching necessitates a rethinking of math curriculum

The federal push for more coding in K-12 requires additional focus on critical thinking and reason in math instruction.

By Erin McIntyre • April 22, 2016

Unique school models look to overhaul K-12 instruction

A panel at this year’s ASU GSV Summit in San Diego showcased new models of schools designed for project-based learning and self-directed goal-setting.

By Erin McIntyre • April 22, 2016

I-Connect app aims to combat student inattention

The app is among a number of 'self-monitoring' technologies designed to help students, especially those with learning disabilities, learn to focus.

By Erin McIntyre • April 22, 2016

LAUSD faces latest tech hurdle as student tracking system reaches $189M

On top of the massive spending thus far, maintenance costs for the system are expected to be $12 million per year from 2018–19 and on.

By Erin McIntyre • April 20, 2016

Can scannable badges simplify data privacy in K-12?

Clever has introduced a new way for students to log on to computers in K-12 classrooms without needing to memorize a complex password.

By Erin McIntyre • April 20, 2016

'Universal design' thinking could improve Common Core learning for all students

Adopting a 'universal design for learning' mindset can help general and special ed teachers reach students and improve Common Core-aligned instruction.

By Erin McIntyre • April 20, 2016

CoSN resource aims to help schools with fiber internet connections

The new three-part toolkit is aimed at helping schools figure out how to improve connections with federal E-rate funding.

By Erin McIntyre • April 19, 2016

How teachers are using technology to change the classroom

Teachers are citing a preference for mobile devices and apps in blended learning environments.

April 19, 2016

New digital approaches to teaching history engage students with interactivity

Efforts towards having open-ended conversations that demand critical thinking are improving student engagement.

By Erin McIntyre • April 15, 2016

'Internet of Things' poised to facilitate the rise of 'smart' schools

A new survey reveals that many education leaders believe connected devices could soon transform learning environments.

By Erin McIntyre • April 14, 2016

Oracle donates $200 million for computer education

The donation, which includes in-kind support, will be distributed over 18 months as part of President Obama's Computer Science for All initiative.

By Erin McIntyre • April 13, 2016

New ed tech companies eye branded learning

A South African ed tech startup has partnered with the Ogilvy Digital Marketing Academy (ODMA) to market a course on behavioral economics.

By Erin McIntyre • April 13, 2016

Schools an increasing focus of ransomware hackers

For hackers, the use of ransomware attacks are soaring and the FBI says victims paid over $209 million in ransom payments over the first three months of 2016.

By Erin McIntyre • April 12, 2016

Letting students lead can help teachers teach

Alan November, senior partner and founder of November Learning, writes in eSchoolNews that teachers can benefit from involving students in their professional development. 

By Erin McIntyre • April 12, 2016

Online credit recovery courses aren't helping students

A new study shows the programs are costing districts more money than they're worth.  

By Erin McIntyre • April 11, 2016