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K–12 Leaders Can Work with Local Governments to Address the Digital Divide

EdTech Magazine

Students lack the connectivity and devices they need to succeed, and educators are struggling to provide meaningful learning environments without these tools. The digital divide is an unrelenting problem in K–12 districts across the country.

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Edtech gone rogue? Tackling “Dirty Stream” attacks amidst uncontrolled app overloads

eSchool News

Notably, the K-12 segment is the largest consumer of Android-based mobile learning apps. To make matters worse, the growing connected device networks and remote learning opportunities further exacerbate these vulnerabilities. While summer breaks may offer a pause for students and staff, they often mark a hacker activity surge.

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4 possible COVID learning realities

eSchool News

What does learning in a post-COVID world look like? Will schools convene in person again, will they have to move back to online learning in case of new viral outbreaks, or will learning remain online for now? Related content: District tech successes in the midst of COVID.

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AI’s transformative role in accessibility

eSchool News

As AI technologies like generative AI and assistive tools become increasingly prevalent in learning environments, it is crucial that educators understand both their benefits and limitations. AI systems must be created by diverse people and to avoid inaccuracies and ensure true representation, particularly for students with disabilities.

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Critical steps to bolster K-12 cybersecurity

eSchool News

This past August, the Center for Internet Security’s Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC), which serves state and local governments, reported that it expects an increase of as much as 86 percent in cybersecurity incidents aimed at K-12 school systems over the course of the current school year.

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Stronger Together: How Collaboration Leads to Better Remote Learning Outcomes

EdTech Magazine

With the rush to virtual schooling, districts nationwide have been looking for ways to expand student connectivity. The School District of Palm Beach County is driving the creation of a civic Wi-Fi mesh network that will bring broadband to some 25,000 students. Officials in Palm Beach County, Fla., called in the cavalry to help.

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3 educator concerns about the return to classrooms

eSchool News

Mental and physical health of both teachers and students, along with enforcing social distancing practices, are chief concerns voiced by school administrators, teachers, and staff in a new survey about a return to classrooms. Related content: How 1:1 provides digital equity during COVID-19.