eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

From interactive apps to virtual environments, these technologies create dynamic educational experiences, preparing students for the demands of the digital age while empowering educators to deliver impactful lessons. How technology helps in teaching and learning Technology revolutionizes K-12 teaching and learning, offering myriad benefits.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Keeping schools and students safe requires constant vigilance and technology necessary for administrators, staff and students to communicate emergencies immediately, and to the right people,” said Vector Solutions CEO Marc Scheipe. School emergency procedures are posted in the app and are available with or without internet access.

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Edsurge

MARCH 20, 2020

There's a big giant access issue, both in terms of what happens when there’s no internet and then also what happens when you don’t have a device that can go on the internet,” says Beth Holland, the digital equity and rural project director at the Consortium for School Networking, an industry group for school tech directors.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In recent years, K-12 tech innovation news has made it clear that educational technology has become an integral part of classrooms, influencing teaching methodologies, student interactions, and the overall educational landscape. What is one positive effect technology has had on education?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 24, 2024

5 Internet Safety Tips for Teachers The internet has provided teachers with numerous tools to enhance their students’ learning experience. Common Cyber Threats Facing Educators Every profession has had its fair share of internet-based troubles. However, it’s not without a few downsides. These may hint at an impersonation scam.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 24, 2024

Thanks to the pervasiveness of easy-to-use and free web-based tools, most teachers have one or more computers in the classroom with internet access. But before we open the floodgates to the fascinating world that is the internet, students must understand what it means to thrive as a citizen of that community.

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Edsurge

JULY 20, 2021

Over time, internet access has shifted from an amenity to a necessity. But for the millions of students and families without internet access at home, adapting to the virtual classroom became extremely challenging, if not impossible. was especially concerned about internet accessibility, and she wasn’t alone.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 17, 2024

In July, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approved the use of E-rate funds to loan Wi-Fi hotspots that support students, school staff, and library patrons without internet access. The federal E-rate program provides discounts to help schools and libraries obtain affordable telecommunications and internet access.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 1, 2024

Controlled experimental studies carried out in a number of countries have found that even very low levels of RFR exposure can disturb biological cell communication, weaken membranes, and impact brain development. Before Wi-Fi, students used computers plugged in through ethernet cords in dedicated computer rooms. human exposure limits.

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Edsurge

MAY 27, 2021

These are some of the trends that emerged in a recent survey of district technology leaders, reflecting the dramatic changes and unprecedented demand that school-based technology teams experienced during the pandemic. Many said that while most of their students have internet access at home, at least some of them lack robust access.

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eSchool News

JUNE 25, 2020

Stress the importance of coding and basic technology application skills. In today’s world, the “mother tongue”—or, better said, the “lingua franca”–is found in coding and basic tech skills needed to communicate with the devices in the Internet of Things. Related content: 8 qualities of a digital literacy curriculum.

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eSchool News

APRIL 3, 2023

Thanks to unprecedented advances in technology, society continues to evolve at an exponential rate. The rapidity of change has led to dramatic shifts in all aspects of life, from how people communicate and collaborate to how they solve problems, create projects, and consume content (Sheninger, 2019).

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

I explain why I believe it’s important to place students at the center of learning in the classroom and how I use blended learning strategies and technology to create a student-centered learning experience. I emphasize that the way students communicate is changing and that directly impacts how I approach the design of our class.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2023

When I started as a school counselor more than 15 years ago, technology in the classroom looked much different than it does today. At that time, students were accessing the internet or using digital tools sparingly throughout the school day, and typically only in tech-focused classes. Mental health check-ins to start class.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 12, 2022

Many student groups suffered from limited or no access to reliable high-speed internet, appropriate technology devices to use for virtual and hybrid learning, and unpredictable family situations that arose as a result of the pandemic. Creating and maintaining consistent and effective parent-teacher communication.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: When implemented well, education technology helps achievement Learn more about technology in the classroom Stay up to date on the latest in education technology Technology has become an essential tool in modern education, transforming both teaching and learning processes.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 4, 2016

And luckily, with a mobile device and the internet, it’s fairly simple to help students get on the road to developing a global mindset. Whether your goal is to help students connect with other students from different countries and backgrounds, or if your aim is to broaden their knowledge of worldwide issues, technology can help.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

School and library input is compiled and delivered directly to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to inform program administration. More than 21,000 applicants and 3,700 vendors participate in the E-rate program, emphasizing its vital role in providing internet access for U.S. educational institutions.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been around for many years, but the introduction of ChatGPT in November 2022 has generated many discussions of how this technology can impact education – both how students learn and how educators teach. The fear of technology plays a large role in the hesitation of adopting technology in the classroom.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Educational institutions across the United States are investing in digital technologies that, aside from transforming the learning experience, promise to improve campus operations, security and communications, and open the door to new e-services for students and staff. Fortunately, there’s a better alternative.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

One of the primary benefits of education technology in K-12 is its ability to cater to diverse learning styles. Moreover, edtech facilitates greater collaboration and communication. Not all students have access to the necessary devices or reliable internet, exacerbating existing inequalities.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Key points: Schools must ensure greater access to the tech tools students and teachers need The digital divide still holds students back DEI in action: eSN Innovation Roundtable For more news on classroom equity, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub Believing that all students have the same access to technology is a mistake.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Basic digital literacy is a prerequisite to communicating, finding employment, and socializing. The International Computer and Information Literacy Study (ICILS) measures eighth-graders ability to use computers to investigate, create, participate, and communicate at home, at school, in their future workplace, and in their communities.

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Edsurge

APRIL 10, 2020

I regularly speak with college leaders in my work, and I understand the long hours they have logged in service to their communities. Striking the right balance between candidness and compassion, strength and vulnerability, realism and optimism in communication is an elusive target in the best of times.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 8, 2022

The internet has changed writing forever. Online communication calls the shots, and Gen Z doesn’t perceive informative writing as we did 20 or 30 years ago. Have you ever thought of your students alongside Hemingway, Shakespeare, and other well-known writers? Now they write more than speak. Why does writing matter?

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Active learning with technology involves the use of edtech tools and digital resources to discover, analyze, and apply learning. A majority of teachers report engaging students in active learning with classroom technology. Students reported more instances of passive technology use, however.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

I have written in the past about parent questions concerning technology in education , but always from the perspective of a teacher at the classroom. So I asked my grad school students: What questions do parents ask you about technology and education ? Promote kindness and respect when interacting with others on the internet.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

And luckily, with a mobile device and the internet, it’s fairly simple to help students get on the road to developing a global mindset. Whether your goal is to help students connect with other students from different countries and backgrounds, or if your aim is to broaden their knowledge of worldwide issues, technology can help.

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eSchool News

JUNE 5, 2020

Constituent communications. Previously, these were key elements in developing a strategic technology plan. In the edWebinar “ Strategic Technology Planning: Aligning Priorities, Costs, Outcomes and Sustainability ,” the presenters discussed new items that must become part of strategic plans. Student outcomes.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: Edtech significantly enhances the classroom experience Technology deserves its place in the classroom Stay up to date on the latest in education technology Education technology in the classroom is essential for modern education, offering dynamic tools that enhance learning.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Gen Z is the first truly internet-dependent generation – getting their entertainment, information, and socialization online, oftentimes from social media. This doesn’t mean teachers need to utilize Instagram Reels or TikTok, bur rather use technology strategically to engage students in their learning.

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eSchool News

MAY 1, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, technology can play a pivotal role in shaping the learning experience. Smarter classrooms leverage cutting-edge technologies to create immersive, personalized learning experiences with unlimited online resources that cater to diverse learning styles.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Educators across the nation can now access Teacher Training Pathways , a free platform offering courses aligned to micro-credentials on remote and hybrid learning, instructional technology coaching and more. These initiatives build upon Verizon’s efforts to help under-resourced communities bridge the digital divide.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2022

The federal E-rate program continues to provide expanded access to technology, including edtech tools, digital learning resources, and high-speed internet access, to schools, according to an annual report that takes stock of the program’s progress. Internet accessibility is an ongoing problem for students and library patrons.

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eSchool News

JULY 19, 2019

Stress the importance of coding and basic technology application skills. In today’s world, the “mother tongue”—or, better said, the “lingua franca”–is found in coding and basic tech skills needed to communicate with the devices in the Internet of Things. Related content: 8 qualities of a digital literacy curriculum.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Key points: Schools still rely on E-rate funds to upgrade and protect their technology infrastructures Will cybersecurity receive E-rate funding? Today, nearly three-quarters of K-12 school districts provide internet bandwidth at a minimum rate of 1 megabit per second, according to the 2023 Report on School Connectivity.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: Technology helps expand teachers’ ability to engage students Learn more about technology in the classroom Stay up to date on the latest in education technology Education technology in the classroom significantly aids teachers by streamlining administrative tasks, enhancing lesson delivery, and improving student engagement.

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