Doug Levin

AUGUST 28, 2017

Yet, from my vantage point in the education policy arena (in leadership roles, for instance, at the National Association of State Boards of Education and the State Educational Technology Directors Association), the book and prediction drove widespread advocacy for changes in policy and practice. Strong opinions may be weakly held.

EdTech 150

EdTech Tablets Policies E-rate 150

eSchool News

AUGUST 25, 2023

The awards program, operated in partnership with the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) and MCH Strategic Data, and for the first time this year with the National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT), spotlights innovative products, technologies, and services that are changing the world of STEM education.

STEM 89

STEM Robotics Education Data 89

eSchool News

MARCH 7, 2024

In 2023, Sandbox AR was named was named Best XR/VR/AI Product as part of the  GESS Education Awards and was the winner of the first prize in the Hardware, AV, AR/AV, Robotics and Digital Device category at the BETT 2023 Awards. Inspired by the global media company Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 11, 2023

The awards program, operated in partnership with the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) and MCH Strategic Data, and for the first time this year with the National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT), spotlights innovative products, technologies, and services that are changing the world of STEM education.

STEM 80

STEM Education Data Company 80

Hack Education

DECEMBER 20, 2017

You hear it all the time, accompanied by a standard set of justifications about the pressing need to reform education: something about the " factory model of education ; something about radical shifts in the job market in recent decades; something about technology changing faster than it’s ever changed before. All of them.

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Robotics Company Industry Data 63

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Edtech gatherings that attract more than 1,000 attendees, such as LearnLaunch’s Across Boundaries Conference last week in Boston, are usually echo chambers of hubbub and hoopla about technology’s potential to transform education. High school graduates and everyone behind them will live their lives and do their work with smart machines.

EdTech 60

EdTech Robotics Maker Movement Conference 60

Edsurge

MARCH 31, 2019

BACK TO THE FUTURE: Weary of unwanted scrutiny, companies that once described themselves as the “Facebook of education” are now scrambling to disassociate themselves from the beleaguered social network. But some administrators say the tool feels impersonal and, well, robotic. A secret, patented technology reduces eye strain.

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EdTech Company iPad Robotics 114

Shake Up Learning

APRIL 2, 2019

The post [On-Air Coaching] Staying Focused on the Learning Goals, Not the Technology – SULS006 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. She loves integrating movement and technology from her classroom. As you’ll hear today, she also has some struggles, specifically around technology. We’re doing something different today!

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Technology Robotics Learning Google 64

The Web20Classroom

APRIL 4, 2016

Rather than wrap up sessions or conversations I thought it would be great to find some emerging technologies on the show floor that are worth telling the world about. You can learn more about what ViziTech can do for your classroom by visiting their website and checking them out on Facebook. That landscape is changing with EZ-Robot.

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Video Robotics Conference Twitter 100

Edsurge

JANUARY 24, 2022

The technology that tracks digital records has spurred a cryptocurrency gold rush and an NFT explosion. Some edtech entrepreneurs are eager for Web3 to arrive and change education. New technology could push these questions further by offering people more alternatives to institutions of all kinds. That would be the block chain.

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Education Groups Robotics Course 172

MSEDTechie

OCTOBER 8, 2015

Edtech has created learning opportunities for kids to gain valuable experiences through a teaching style that speaks their language as digital learners. Many districts are embracing a non-traditional approach to educating children through the infusion of technology--and parents are expressing a mix of emotions.

EdTech 40

EdTech Digital Citizenship Policies Common Core 40

Edthena

APRIL 21, 2021

The best way to find an online community is often as simple as asking your school’s technology coordinator or STEM lead where to look. GEG Facebook Community : The Google Suite teacher community shares effective practices and teaching strategies. Ask your “in-person” peers. Join an established online network. Search hashtags.

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Resources STEM Facebook Strategy 98

Edsurge

MARCH 8, 2019

Some things were once simpler: Edtech pitches used to concentrate on either the K-12 or higher education market. Here are my reflections from playing edtech judge for a morning. The emergence of these tools in “edtech” reflects the belief that perhaps the most tangible and important benefit of education may be to get a good job.

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Education Company EdTech Robotics 93

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

The seeds of innovation are planted at a young age, and technological advances now provide learners of all ages the opportunity to be creators, builders, designers, producers and makers. in Educational Innovation, Technology & Entrepreneurship (MEITE). Facebook events. Create lesson plans - sell on TeacherPayTeachers.

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Gamification How To Education Game-Based Learning 114

Shake Up Learning

DECEMBER 27, 2016

17 Things for Teachers to Try in 2017 #SUL #edtech Click To Tweet. 2017 is upon us, and there are so many new and exciting advances in technology coming our way. I always geek out learning about the latest gadgets, but I especially love learning about new ways that technology can improve learning in the classroom.

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eBook Robotics Google Facebook 77

Edsurge

MAY 11, 2021

The district wants to prepare students for internships during high school, she says, and for careers including electric vehicles and robotics. Several groups held “Sabado Night Live” on Facebook to protest during Musk’s SNL appearance. This donation was really unexpected—and so needed,” Treviño says.

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STEM Robotics Company Twitter 153

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JANUARY 30, 2015

Tomorrow, the inaugural "Student Technology Conference" takes place, kicking off at 9:00am US-Eastern Daylight Time. 31 at 9a ET - a student-directed global conversation about #edtech [link] Peer learning w/ #students grades 6-12 at #StuTech2015 on Jan. Saturday, January 31st, 2015, is a GREAT day for student teaching and learning!

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Hack Education

DECEMBER 20, 2016

I also want to consider that, with or without a President Trump , education technology also might make things worse, might also contribute to these ongoing inequalities – and not simply because many in ed-tech seem quite eager to work with the new administration. ” It has reshaped work. Or they back Donald Trump.

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Technology Education Pearson Company 40

Hack Education

AUGUST 17, 2018

Each week, I gather a wide variety of links to education and education technology articles. Via Education Week : “Congress Considering $95 Million for Study of Technology’s Effects on Children.” “ Facebook is going back to college,” writes venture capitalist Ryan Craig. National) Education Politics.

Education 48

Education Robotics Facebook Moodle 48

Hack Education

MAY 4, 2018

Each week, I gather a wide variety of links to education and education technology articles. Via Chalkbeat : “ Betsy DeVos ’s first Detroit visit featured Girl Scouts, robots, and talk of beluga whales.” “ Are Edtech Companies Doing Enough to Protect Student Privacy? National) Education Politics.

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MOOC Education Robotics Company 42

The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 23, 2018

Vicki: Today we’re talking with Micah Brown @mbrownedtech , an Instructional Technology Specialist in Kansas. OK, so let’s say that I’m a teacher and I’m not super comfortable with technology. We can help make sure that your technology’s all set up and ready to go, so that you can show your students’ awesome creativity.

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Learning STEM Social Media Facebook 179

Hack Education

OCTOBER 6, 2017

” Via EdScoop : “ USC launches edtech research center focused on underrepresented youth.” ” Via Education Week : “In hurricanes ’ aftermath, technology eases return to school.” “‘Eton for all’: will robot teachers mean everyone gets an elite education?

Education 49

Education Robotics Company MOOC 49

Hack Education

MARCH 23, 2018

Each week, I gather a wide variety of links to education and education technology articles. Via Campus Technology : “Recipients of 2018 McGraw Prize in Education Revealed.” Because technology imperialism. Lots of news this week about Facebook and Cambridge Analytica. National) Education Politics.

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Education Robotics OER MOOC 46

Hack Education

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

Meanwhile, as The New York Times reports : “ Facebook , Under Fire in Russia Inquiry, Posts 79% Rise in Profit.” Via Getting Smart : “ Digital Promise and Facebook Developing New Micro-Credentials Program.” ” Because the way to teach people about Facebook according to Facebook is always more Facebook.

Education 48

Education Facebook Company Robotics 48

NeverEndingSearch

JULY 1, 2019

For me, ISTE is the ultimate professional development conference to catch up on the latest in EdTech, collaborate with old and new friends, and to spend time with my people. Last year they presented their favorite new edtech through a Let’s Make a Deal style presentation. Technological Darwinism. it’s an interesting trend.

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Social Media Libraries Conference OER 105

Shake Up Learning

APRIL 9, 2019

Of course, we’ll also dig into technology! Post your answer in the Shake Up Learning Community on Facebook , or share it on your favorite social media platform with the hashtag #shakeuplearning. 14:41] – Does Camden use technology in class every day? [16:39] How often do you get to use technology in your classes?

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Adobe Google Course Robotics 66

MSEDTechie

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

Using Digital Media to Connect Inside and Outside of the Classroom “True technology integration is seamless, it shouldn''t be viewed as an add-on, an afterthought, or an event." How well did you integrate technology in your classroom? They have a variety of topics from Food in Space to Robotics to Life on Mars.

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Classroom Social Media Personal Learning Network Twitter 55

Hack Education

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

Each week, I gather a wide variety of links to education and education technology articles. ” There are many departments at many universities where the ethics of technology is not just an add-on to an existing program. Robots and Other Education Science Fiction. National) Education Politics. Upgrades and Downgrades.

Education 49

Education Robotics Company OER 49

Hack Education

JUNE 8, 2018

Each week, I gather a wide variety of links to education and education technology articles. Inside Higher Ed on Facebook ’s plans to partner with community colleges to teach digital literacy. Via the Getting Smart blog : “Incubating EdTech: AT&T Announces 4th Aspire Accelerator Class.”

Khan Academy 45

Khan Academy Education Facebook E-rate 45

Hack Education

APRIL 27, 2018

Each week, I gather a wide variety of links to education and education technology articles. Via Chalkbeat : “Robotics is bringing Betsy DeVos to Detroit for the first time as education secretary.” This story has me thinking a lot about “fake news” and education technology PR as misinformation.

Education 44

Education Facebook Company MOOC 44

Hack Education

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Although much of the focus of ed-tech involves what happens at school, it’s important to remember that the corporate and consumer markets for “learning technologies” are much larger. ” According to Edsurge , Knewton is now a courseware company and not a “robot tutor in the sky.”

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Knewton Education Company MOOC 46

Hack Education

APRIL 21, 2017

Yet, according to this study, nearly half of the donors have chosen to supply educational technology, far more than are building schools, providing basic books and materials or employing teachers. Via the Udacity blog : “ Udacity Launches Mobile Developer Education with Facebook at F8.” Priorities. ” asks Edsurge.

Education 45

Education MOOC Facebook Report 45

Hack Education

JULY 20, 2018

Each week, I gather a wide variety of links to education and education technology articles. It would be great to see education technology organizations also turn away this money, knowing that – if nothing else – children and families are harmed by anti-immigration policies and practices. “ Robots in the classroom ?

Education 46

Education MOOC Robotics Company 46

Hack Education

DECEMBER 10, 2017

In education, there were breaches at colleges and universities, breaches at K–12 schools, breaches at the Department of Education, breaches at education technology companies, and breaches with software schools commonly use. And yet schools continue to invest millions and millions of dollars in more and more technology.

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Data Education Software Social Media 78

TeacherCast

AUGUST 28, 2018

Over the next few weeks, my kids and I spent quality time building this gigantic robot piece by piece, or should I say, Lion by Lion. As a child of the 80's, I knew I just had to bring it home … ya know … for my son. (#wink). Construction is Cool … But What About Coding? LEGO Education Website. Lesson Plans.

STEM 68

STEM Education Robotics Training 68

Hack Education

APRIL 13, 2018

Each week, I gather a wide variety of links to education and education technology articles. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified before Congress this week about privacy, data, monopoly power, and regulations. And there’s more Facebook-related news in several of the sections below. National) Education Politics.

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Education Facebook Edmodo OER 44

Hack Education

JANUARY 26, 2017

” Via Politico : “ Stanley Buchesky , formerly a managing partner at the venture capital firm The EdTech Fund , will work [at the Department of Education] on budget and finance issues.” ” Among The EdTech Fund’s investments : Teachboost and Citelighter. ” The “New” For-Profit Higher Ed.

Education 40

Education Coursera Robotics E-rate 40