Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2021

They just weren’t ready for distance learning, and a big part of that was that too many students lacked adequate WiFi access to get to virtual class. It’s time for states to step up and realize that proper technology and WiFi connectivity are a must-have in public school districts, and that state policy is dangerously lagging behind.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Silver Spring, MD (Thursday, December 16, 2021) — As school systems nationwide begin to look towards Winter Break, Discovery Education and select social impact partners present curated professional learning resources at no cost to support educators’ continued professional learning. STEM Professional Learning Resources.

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eSchool News

MARCH 13, 2024

As many experts will point out, DEI initiatives are prone to fail when they aren’t getting at the crux of the issue—existing systemic processes and challenges that prevent promising solutions and DEI-focused policies from being successful. But it’s the responsibility of the entire district to focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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Tom Murray

APRIL 22, 2016

First released in 1996 and updated every five years since, the NETP is the flagship educational technology policy document for the United States. The plan, which can be accessed in multiple formats, includes the following components: (1) Introduction , (2) Learning , (3) Teaching , (4) Leadership , (5) Assessment , and (6) Infrastructure.

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Doug Levin

MAY 12, 2015

K-12 context, including issues of accessibility , the copyright that should get assigned to teacher-created materials , and interoperability gaps and needs. K-12 context, individual teacher’s choices about instructional materials are constrained by district and state policy anyway. K-12 context. Now don’t get me wrong.

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EdNews Daily

JULY 10, 2019

It can bridge language-learning gaps and increase access with automation so fine that it can literally speak to a student and correct pronunciation and context, while removing any sense of embarrassment because it can be done privately anywhere. Second, social-emotional learning is the single biggest tech trend in software. .

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SETDA Says

JANUARY 28, 2015

Successful digital learning implementation can meet a broad range of goals, including supporting the academic needs of students to ensure that they are college. Best Practices Digital Content E-Rate Equity of Access OER Policy Professional Learning'

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Doug Levin

MAY 19, 2018

Largely unexamined in the large-scale shift to digital learning in education are the accompanying ethical considerations. Indeed, the issues and tradeoffs that school leaders and teachers face in using technology in schools and for education — whether free or for a fee — are more complex than they have ever been.

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eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2017

Access to online resources including digital content, interactive education apps and websites, videos, experts and peers is no longer a “nice to have” but rather a necessity. States, districts and schools are also uniquely positioned to share reduce cost or no cost out-of-school access options for families. Out-of-School Access Chart.

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SETDA Says

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Always working to engage state leaders, affiliates members, private sector partners, and partner organizations-SETDA developed tools and resources to support national, state, district and school leaders in the implementation of the digital teaching and learning.

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SETDA Says

DECEMBER 18, 2014

ConnectED Digital Content E-Rate Equity of Access FCC In the News OER Policy Professional Learning' As the calendar year draws to a close and we take time to celebrate family and the holiday season, all of us at SETDA.

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edWeb.net

JULY 15, 2018

SETDA’s latest research, Navigating the Digital Shift 2018: Broadening Student Learning Opportunities , highlights how state policies are supporting the transformation to digital learning. They are now in their fifth year of 1:1 with iPads for grades K-12, and have designed learning environments to create student engagement.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

Want to learn more about Seattle’s burgeoning edtech scene? Everyone is saying ‘we are in a digital world,’ so how do we support every student, especially those that might not have WiFi access at home?” Quite often, these teams collaborated to create policies around technology and to problem-solve whatever challenges would arise.

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SETDA Says

FEBRUARY 11, 2015

Best Practices Digital Content E-Rate ED Equity of Access In the News Interoperability OER Personalized Learning Policy' January 2015 brought lots of renewed energy and excitement to SETDA. At the beginning of the month, the Board of Director’s announced a new.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 8, 2015

A new report urges care when purchasing digital instructional materials, and notes that factors such as interoperability, accessibility, and device access should be considered during the process. When acquiring digital instructional materials, the cost associated with access to broadband and devices is a pivotal factor.

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NeverEndingSearch

OCTOBER 30, 2019

And, you see, like Taylor, I have a policy about honesty, especially when it has to do with equity for kids. Let me start by reframing the words of a former, well-known political advisor, It’s equity, stupid. It’s equity of access. And it’s equity of experience. They ask me to be honest.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 14, 2015

Instead, the idea of connectivity envisioned for the future is that technology will serve as a means to connect students to teachers, and allow all students to experience the same access to their interests regardless of demographics. The National Education Technology Plan is the flagship educational technology policy document for the U.S.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 14, 2015

Instead, the idea of connectivity envisioned for the future is that technology will serve as a means to connect students to teachers, and allow all students to experience the same access to their interests regardless of demographics. The National Education Technology Plan is the flagship educational technology policy document for the U.S.

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Future Ready Resources Equity of Access Professional Learning 40

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 18, 2018

While teachers may understand the need to collect the information, they resent inputting the same data over and over again in every learning management system, educational application, and state and federal accountability report. This new role for educators is a direct outcome of the data-driven classroom and the quest for accountability.

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SETDA Says

MAY 26, 2020

In support of state leadership, SETDA recently published the State Education Agency Considerations for CARES Act Funding as Related to Digital Learning. To support equitable opportunities […].

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SETDA Says

JUNE 13, 2019

Why do we spend the time to research and report on policies and practices? Often when coordinating a focus group or presenting a new SETDA resources via a webinar, I mention the Why. Why do leaders gather to collaborate on topics of interest? The Why always relays back to the students. State department of education […].

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SETDA Says

APRIL 14, 2016

During last week’s Washington Policy Summit, co-hosted by SETDA and CoSN, educators visited policymakers focused on advocating for equity in education as related to. read more.

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SETDA Says

DECEMBER 21, 2016

Through the continued leadership of the Board of Directors and the dedication of our members and staff, during 2016 SETDA celebrated 15 years of. read more.

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Digital Learning Resources Learning Equity of Access 28

SETDA Says

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

The Bureau’s decision will help schools support their students during a very challenging period and we appreciate the agency’s swift recognition of this on campus digital learning need. […].

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E-rate Digital Learning Equity of Access Learning 53

SETDA Says

MARCH 10, 2016

On March 9, 2016, President Obama unveiled the ConnectALL Initiative, which aims to ensure that all Americans, including low-income families, have broadband access to the. read more.

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SETDA Says

MAY 1, 2020

This guest blog post was written by SETDA partner, Brendan Desetti, Director of Government & Stakeholder Relations for D2L. As the school year comes to an end in many places around the country, the uncertainty of COVID-19 looms in the future. What is certain, is that while we once hoped for summer respite, the needs […].

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SETDA Says

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

ConnectED’s focus of fostering a robust ecosystem for digital learning and empowering teachers and their students with enhanced personalized learning experiences is a goal long. read more.

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Personalized Learning Digital Learning Equity of Access Learning 28

SETDA Says

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

Last week, Senator Hatch (UT) and Senator Bennet (UT) introduced the Innovation for Tomorrow’s Workforce Act of 2016 which would amend current law to. read more.

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SETDA Says

DECEMBER 22, 2015

As the year winds down, we reflect on our accomplishments from 2015. Needless to say, SETDA had a busy year! Through the continued leadership. read more.

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