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Researchers identify key ed-tech trends
Widespread adoption of one-to-one computing programs and the growing use of online assessments are among the key ed-tech trends occurring in schools across the country, according to the 2008 America's…
One in four data breaches involves schools
Cyber criminals are becoming bolder and more sophisticated in their operations, federal computer security experts say. And that's bad news for schools, because educational institutions reportedly account for approximately one…
Online insight: Challenges beat cheerleading
Simply providing online discussion forums is not enough to keep students engaged in virtual courses, according to educators who are well-versed in online instruction: For real learning to occur in…
Summit: Save STEM or watch America fail
Two years after a report called "Rising Above the Gathering Storm" warned that the United States is falling behind in math and science education, endangering America's competitiveness in the global…
Study: Creativity is important but neglected
Educators and employers agree that creativity is increasingly important in U.S. workplaces, according to a recent report. Yet, the report suggests a disconnect exists between what survey respondents say they…
Las escuelas incorporan artes digitales al currículo
A medida que la tecnología se ve más y más integrada a la economía de hoy, los programas de artes digitales en las escuelas están invitando a los estudiantes a…
Análisis: Cómo los recursos de multimedia pueden mejorar la instrucción
Un análisis de los resultados de investigaciones existentes apoya una idea que ya ha empezado a transformar la instrucción en escuelas de un extremo de los Estados Unidos al otro:…
Tech encourages young students’ social skills
Well-integrated technology opens social networks for students and allows children to develop key social skills, according to two recent studies conducted by researchers at the University at Buffalo, State University…
Panelists: Online learning can help minority students
As online learning becomes more of a strategic resource for K-12 and higher-education institutions to supplement traditional courses, education leaders are starting to discuss how online learning can help support…
Students want more use of gaming technology
Educators are largely missing out on what could be a huge opportunity to capitalize on their students' appetite for electronic games and simulations to teach them about core curriculum topics,…