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ISTELive 23: How Can Professional Development Narrow the Digital Divide?

EdTech Magazine

Six years ago, the Department of Education’s Office of Educational Technology called up on “all involved in American education to ensure equity of access to transformational learning experiences enabled by technology.” In that document, policymakers expressed…

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4 ways to support work-based learning

eSchool News

Establish a statewide work-based learning hub: One of the first steps toward providing accessible, high-quality work-based learning opportunities is for states to better coordinate work-based learning efforts. The report also includes strategies to help states strengthen their work-oriented learning infrastructure: 1.

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SETDA Provides Tips on Equity of Access for Students Outside of School

edWeb.net

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. Christine Fox, Deputy Executive Director, SETDA, noted the importance of having safe WiFi access.

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Have Digital Portfolios Come of Age?

eSchool News

Equity of Access: Gary says Unrulr ensures equity of access by offering a web browser version in addition to a mobile version, accommodating various devices and school policies regarding technology use. This reflective approach is seen as essential for meaningful learning.

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Millions of Students Are Still Without WiFi and Tech—Why Haven’t Policymakers Stepped Up?

Edsurge

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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Advancing educational equity with UDL and generative AI

eSchool News

Educators with a mind towards equity typically excel at access. Otherwise, equity and inclusion are still just a dream. These questions are around the accessibility, flexibility, lack of bias, validity, and reliability of our learning activities. Opening doors to all students is an obvious move. Ralabate P.

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Addressing the root causes of chronic K-12 absenteeism

eSchool News

Students who miss school also miss important social interaction with their peers, access to regular meals and special services such as speech therapy or counseling. However, we must also create the policies and have tools available to support identified students and their challenges.

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