Technology: Page 80
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Is it the right device? Depends on the classroom
According to ed tech expert Kathy Schrock, the right device varies by grade level — and product continuity isn't so important.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 9, 2015 -
Deep DiveHow can your school participate in the Hour of Code?
Participating in Computer Science Education Week at your school or district is easier than you might expect.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 8, 2015 -
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TrendlineSchool 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.
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Noodle Markets aims for more informed ed tech procurement with new marketplace
Former Pearson exec Nicole Neal will head the venture, described as a 'one-stop source of comprehensive information about the vast array of paid and free educational tools.'
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 8, 2015 -
Pennsylvania virtual charter shutters one week after laying off staff
A reported 540 students in grades K-8 have been left in the lurch by the closure of six connected learning centers.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 3, 2015 -
Is taking it slow the best approach to digital rollouts?
Instead of going all-in with blended learning, some classrooms are adopting a once-a-week approach to ease the transition.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 3, 2015 -
Culatta stepping down as Ed Dept's director of ed tech
Richard Culatta is heading back to Rhode Island, leaving a legacy that includes the Future Ready superintendent network and increased federal support for OER.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 3, 2015 -
Deep Dive
Is Google spying on students?
An FTC complaint from the Electronic Frontier Foundation alleges student privacy violations, but Google says it remains in compliance with the law.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 3, 2015 -
NCLB no more: House passes Every Student Succeeds Act
The House of Representatives was seen as the last real hurdle in passing the rewrite of No Child Left Behind.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 2, 2015 -
Survey examines barriers to evaluating, purchasing ed tech
A new study from nonprofit Digital Promise measured the success of ed tech pilots in classrooms.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 2, 2015 -
Alabama district considers abandoning textbooks with all-digital plan
If the plan wins over the Decatur City school board, textbook-based lessons could be eliminated from the district's classrooms by 2018.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 2, 2015 -
Fierce competition for enrollment, retention sees district turn to customer service
It’s timeless, classic, and proven: Good customer service goes a long way, even in today’s public schools — and even farther when combined with smart technology.
By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 30, 2015 -
Survey: Tech use up significantly in K-8 classrooms
A stunning 80% of teachers surveyed in the new report said that they plan to increase their use of tech in the classroom next year.
By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 30, 2015 -
Deep Dive
New measurements promote efficacy of personalized learning
PLPs are gaining the interest of parties ranging from the Gates Foundation to Facebook.
By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 30, 2015 -
ASCD resource to provide monthly PD packs
The organization's new myTeachSource service is available for free to all ASCD members, and $29 annually for non-members.
By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 29, 2015 -
Deep Dive
At California virtual charter chain, long struggle leads to union victory for teachers
Teachers at the California Virtual Academies have unionized, joining the 16% of California charters that have done so, compared to just 7% nationally.
By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 24, 2015 -
Digital STEM curriculum helps Pasadena USD meet Next Gen Science Standards
The district is using the ready-made STEMScope curriculum in 24 schools to specifically support NGSS standards.
By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 23, 2015 -
For some rural districts, E-rate program hugely successful
In districts like Mississippi's Calhoun County, the federal program has brought schools high-speed connections at significant discounts.
By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 23, 2015 -
California district offers annual $500 PD bonus
San Joaquin Valley superintendent Edward Gonzalez offers the professional development funding to teachers and select other district staff.
By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 23, 2015 -
Rural New Mexico school connectivity problems bigger than solutions
In rural districts like Quemado, a perfect storm of regulatory loopholes and no telecom competition make Internet connectivity nearly impossible.
By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 23, 2015 -
OECD partners with Northwest Evaluation Association for 2016 exam
With the new partnership, the two organizations are joining forces to help countries around the world continue to assess student performance.
By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 18, 2015 -
Minecraft-themed coding tutorial unveiled ahead of Hour of Code
The free guide for students ages six and up aims to make learning the fundamentals of coding fun.
By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 18, 2015 -
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Pearson partnership includes students in digital curriculum design
A small team of New Jersey elementary students will give the ed giant feedback on what does or doesn't work in its SuccessMaker curriculum.
By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 18, 2015 -
Districts seek better results with DIY tech approach
With some new software and system tools too expensive or unwieldy, some districts are now turning to in-house solutions.
By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 18, 2015 -
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zSpace expands 3D augmented reality STEM software for classrooms
The ed tech provider's expansion includes hundreds of new lesson plans.
By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 18, 2015 -
Viral cell phone videos inspire dialogue over regulation
How and when students can use cell phones in schools varies, but are more guidelines needed as BYOD programs expand?
By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 16, 2015
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