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The Universal Laptop Program Helping One State Narrow the Digital Divide

Edsurge

As a result many states have reintroduced virtual and hybrid learning options as new COVID-19 cases continue to soar. And one, Mississippi, has made important strides in closing the digital divide through a pandemic response plan that took each school district’s unique needs and challenges into account.

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65 ways equity, edtech, and innovation shone in 2022

eSchool News

Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on innovative ways to engage students, digital resources, and online and hybrid learning strategies related to post-pandemic teaching. This year’s 6th most-read story focuses on the predictions educators and industry experts made for learning in 2022.

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What keeps edtech leaders up at night?

eSchool News

Among the key findings in the report and survey: Cybersecurity Tops the List: The report underscores that “cybersecurity” is now the paramount concern in K-12 education–an increase in priority since 2022. This emphasizes the digital divide’s persistent impact on education.

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Majority of districts now meet FCC’s school internet connectivity goal

eSchool News

million students, an increase of over 5 million students since 2022. The latest statistics come from Connected Nation’s (CN) Connect K-12 Program’s 2023 Report on School Connectivity , released in collaboration with Funds For Learning (FFL). Key points: U.S. Do all students have access to the internet?

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What Keeps Edtech Leaders Up At Night?

eSchool News

Among the key findings in the report and survey: Cybersecurity Tops the List: The report underscores that “cybersecurity” is now the paramount concern in K-12 education–an increase in priority since 2022. This emphasizes the digital divide’s persistent impact on education.

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Lightspeed Digital Insight™ Recognized as Winner in Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence: Back to School 2023 

Lightspeed Systems

As a result, administrators proactively identify students with poor or no internet access at scale, saving considerable time troubleshooting and maximizing the impact of digital learning. Most importantly, they empower all students to excel!”

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Generative AI and Academic Integrity

Lightspeed Systems

For example, generative AI applications that reside beyond a paywall only exacerbate inequities in digital access. This digital divide, also referred to as “the homework gap,” disproportionately affects underserved segments of school district communities. Furthermore, off-campus access to the internet is far from equitable.