Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

But even more than having familiarity with the technology, educators in these schools overwhelmingly agreed that the professional learning opportunities provided by the initiative helped prepare them for their new learning environment. Tapping into the Verizon Innovative Learning Schools community. What we’ve learned.

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edWeb.net

MAY 9, 2023

When it comes to effective digital ecosystems, district leaders are challenged with designing a group of connected information technology resources that allow students and teachers to interact and communicate in an effective, valuable way. It is not a one-size-fits-all situation.

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Tom Murray

JANUARY 12, 2016

As school leaders work to implement digital learning practices, they must commit to navigating roadblocks, problem solving, and planning for sustainable, systemic transformation. Equity in access, from broadband to devices is a concern and something that districts need to work to meet head on. “

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Edsurge

MAY 24, 2023

The 61 teachers, administrators and district leaders interviewed did seem to share an understanding of equity, the report found: roughly defined as giving all students the resources and support they need to learn. And teachers, the report says, want more guidance and resources to help actually put equity initiatives into practice.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 3, 2021

These rural districts face the four significant challenges: broadband access, funding, people, and understanding the “why.” Broadband access has become more critical in the last year and a half than ever before. CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 7, 2018

But with the rise of OER, growing use of supplemental resources over core textbooks, and the increasing flexibility of state funding, more purchasing decisions have moved to the school and district level. Oregon does not adopt supplemental resources.) State resources to aid the transition. Flexibility in adoption options.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

As schools and districts strive to meet their existing technology needs and prepare for the future, access to federal and state funding, along with other grants, is making a major difference in whether students engage in 21 st century learning or are left behind. Accessing the E-Rate and Matching State Funds. Sheryl Abshire, Ph.D.,

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 7, 2021

McCray helps ensure that the city’s recovery from COVID-19 includes giving hard-hit communities access to resources and services like mental health care, broadband, and small business support. Scholastic Magazines+ are the simple solution to student engagement in PreK-12 learning. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 15, 2021

Underserved students from under-resourced communities, lamented Matt Krehbiel, Director of Outreach for OpenSciEd, have been the most vulnerable during the pandemic. Limited or no access to the internet has particularly undermined their remote science learning experiences. Professional Learning. Assessment. Technology.

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edWeb.net

MAY 21, 2021

When asked about the hurdles that happened due to schools closing on March 13th, 2020, all four presenters agreed that broadband, not devices, challenged their districts to provide equitable access to learning no matter their districts’ geographic location or demographics. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 13, 2021

Preparations to ensure the virtual academy provided an equitable education for all students were based in part on data that revealed approximately 60% of student households only had cell phone access to the internet, rather than broadband access. He also works with edWeb.net to write articles on their professional learning edWebinars.

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edWeb.net

MAY 19, 2020

During CoSN and ClassLink’s edWebinar, “ Leading Digital Transformations in Rural School Districts,” the presenters talked about how the situation with COVID-19 amplifies the obstacles rural schools face transitioning to a 21st century learning environment. One of the first challenges rural districts face is broadband access.

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EdNews Daily

DECEMBER 20, 2019

, limited fidelity to models, limited professional development?, inconsistent resource use? Powerful Pedagogy: With a deep SEAD focus, learner-centered and agentic practices instill foundational knowledge, while offering students opportunities to actively construct their own learning in collaboration with others.

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Tom Murray

AUGUST 21, 2016

When I got connected on social media, my lens grew and I became aware of more organizations, as well as some of their supporting tools and resources. This post is the first of a short series meant to highlight the great work of many nonprofit organizations that are working diligently to support students’ learning on a daily basis.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 13, 2019

According to Davis, Fuller, Jackson, Pittman, and Sweet (2007) , the definition of digital equity is “equal access and opportunity to digital tools, resources, and services to support an increase in digital knowledge, awareness, and skills.” Professional Learning. Innovative Approaches.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 4, 2016

Read this : “Words Matter: Let’s Talk about Learning, not Technology”. To support powerful use of technology in classrooms, you need powerful infrastructure, includingadequate broadband and wireless, a mobile device management system (MDM), and a clear device incident workflow. Read this : “Making Professional Learning Count”.

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Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2019

Educators often go to professional development events, including technology conferences for a variety of reasons. For some, it is a rare opportunity to learn the latest in education and technology. Does the session require broadband access that is not likely to exist in the homes of many students?

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edWeb.net

MARCH 19, 2019

For instance, when looking at earth science resources, members of the Fish and Wildlife administration may be a part of the committee. – K-12 learning goals: Content is addressed across K-12 so that the lessons in kindergarten help work towards proficiency and learning goals for 12th grade.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 13, 2019

A pilot program of the State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) has made 12 states’ reviews of secondary math and language arts materials available, with a wide range of K-12 resources from these and other states to follow.

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edWeb.net

JULY 16, 2018

Just a few of the tasks they are overwhelmed with include: providing a safe internet experience for students; keeping data secure, available, and recoverable; being constantly on defense against malicious cyber threats; dealing with skill gaps; facing resource constraints; and staying on top of compliance obligations. So, what is the cloud?

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 15, 2020

There are also Education Stabilization Fund – Rethink Education Models (ESF-REM) grants, and they also can be used to provide broadband access as part of a new education model. There should also be outreach to new partners such as libraries and local city councils in an effort to obtain resources and other support. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 25, 2018

They also said, though, that with the silos of information that still exist in many schools and districts, one of the most important pieces of data to collect is to find out what edtech resources are actually being used in your classroom. By asking three key questions, leaders can get a better sense of their K-12 edtech ecosystem.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 27, 2016

The Future Ready movement grew out of the Connect Ed initiative launched by President Obama in 2013 with several goals: to connect 99% of students in schools to broadband, and to address the need for more professional learning and leadership to ensure the effective use of technology. Empowering students as creators.

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Digital Promise

DECEMBER 14, 2016

These commitments are connecting 20 million more students to next-generation broadband and wireless. Apple joined President Obama’s ConnectED initiative and pledged $100 million of teaching and learning solutions to 114 underserved schools across the country. This includes more than $2 billion in private-sector commitments.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Albans City School (VT), SETDA’s 2018 Student Voices Award Winner, though, educators encourage the students to find places in their everyday work to incorporate digital resources, especially from their makerspace. They had a bee robot that they learned to program to better understand bee behaviors. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

JULY 15, 2018

Elizabeth James, Curricular Materials Coordinator from the Idaho State Department of Education, explained that while Idaho does provide a curricular review process as a service, Idaho is a local control state so districts are not mandated to choose resources that have gone through the process. Join the Community.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Schools will continue to invest in mental health resources, and the solutions that gain the most traction will be those that honor the central role that parents play. In 2023, the shortage of therapists, school counselors, and other mental health care workers will result in parents seeking resources that they can implement.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

The district is working toward this goal through a wide range of bold initiatives, which include offering two years of kindergarten, ending “social promotion,” connecting every student to technology, and putting significant resources into athletic facilities and music programs. “We – Kylie Mollicone, third grade teacher.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Leadership and Innovation is a free professional learning community on edWeb.net that serves as an online forum for collaboration on leadership and innovation in schools to meet the needs of the next generation. Join the Community. The post The Challenges of Easy Data Access appeared first on edWeb.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 17, 2018

Select schools in Orange County are part of LaunchED, an immersive, connected, and collaborative learning experience providing students with access to world-class digital tools and resources. In addition, she manages many of SETDA’s research and product development projects from conception to publication. Join the Community.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 26, 2016

The modernization to Lifeline didn’t increase funding overall, but families will have the choice between phone discounts and a credit for broadband at home. Soumakian: Are you working with open educational resources? My personal opinion, I think of open education resources as being free like a puppy.

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MindShift

JULY 31, 2020

Librarians were instrumental in helping guide teachers in those first weeks, said Leander district library coordinator Becky Calzada, sitting in on staff meetings, helping set up Google classrooms and Zoom calls, and answering copyright questions and curating digital resources. Fellow school librarians!

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techlearning

AUGUST 30, 2018

Designed as a one-stop shop for educators and students, ClassPad.net is an all-in-one web-based mathematics creation and discovery resource geared for K-12th level and beyond. Classworks also launched three new professional learning options for customers, including Smartguide, Kickstart, Connect, and Navigator.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

The district is working toward this goal through a wide range of bold initiatives, which include offering two years of kindergarten, ending “social promotion,” connecting every student to technology, and putting significant resources into athletic facilities and music programs. ” - Kylie Mollicone, third grade teacher.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

A practical discussion of how professional learning educators do every day in online communities and networks can be formally recognized and impact formal PD, led by a panel of educators at all levels, including Al Byers, Darren Cambridge, Pam Moran, and Eric Sheninger, who are already engaged in making it happen, Steve Hargadon facilitating.

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Graphite Blog

MARCH 25, 2016

Working together with members of Congress as well as technology and publishing firms, the Obama administration has launched ConnectED , a multi-billion dollar initiative aimed at wiring every classroom, modernizing school libraries, increasing professional development, and activating technology-infused professional learning communities.

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Graphite Blog

MARCH 25, 2016

Working together with members of Congress as well as technology and publishing firms, the Obama administration has launched ConnectED , a multi-billion dollar initiative aimed at wiring every classroom, modernizing school libraries, increasing professional development, and activating technology-infused professional learning communities.

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