Bridging the digital divide to empower the youngest learners
Educational Leadership
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access are critical aspects of learning today
Bridging the digital divide to empower the youngest learners
Closing the digital divide involves more than providing devices--it's about equity, opportunities, and school readiness
The pros and cons of DEI in education
Positive DEI efforts include thoughtful and inclusive implementation strategies that promote equity and inclusion for all members
Strategies to help girls stay engaged in STEM learning
Role models, mentorship, and resources help bridge the gender gap and ensure that girls have equal opportunities to succeed in STEM fields
States must promise their schools don’t use DEI or lose federal money, Trump administration says
The threat comes as many school districts are preparing their budgets for the next school year amid significant economic uncertainty
The fight for educational equity in the face of federal rollbacks
Now is the time for bold and decisive leadership and action in setting the course for a more just and effective education system
What keeps boys from reading and girls from STEM? Stereotypes
Understanding that implicit bias exists is step one, but step two is figuring out why it even matters
Only 27 percent of states plan to sustain K-12 digital access as federal programs end
SETDA's Universal Connectivity Imperative report outlines strategies to prevent millions of students from losing internet access and further falling behind
In an alarming trend, teacher diversity is slowing
A report outlines a decline in teacher diversity and offers a new tool to give education leaders data needed to increase teacher diversity
Districts put DEI into action
Educators weigh in on the challenges and opportunities that make diversity, equity, and inclusion critical components of K-12 schools
Increasing K-12 tech accessibility
Students need tech knowledge and skills--which means their classrooms need to be equipped with tech tools
Supporting gender equity in AI and tech education
Encouraging girls and young women to pursue careers in tech and AI creates a more balanced workforce, as well as role models for future students
High school computer science classes might expand in Michigan–will that address equity issues?
Some stakeholders worry that under-resourced schools will struggle to offer high-quality computer science courses due to a lack of certified staff
School leaders of color face high levels of burnout–here’s what they need to thrive
Emboldening resilient leaders of color without creating systems that support their advancement is a recipe for burnout
The digital divide still holds students back
Access to devices and reliable internet for students with lower family incomes is lagging that of students with higher family incomes
Why AI in the classroom needs its own ‘doll test’ 70 years post-Brown
AI chatbots could become the new face of discrimination in education--they have the potential to exacerbate existing inequalities and create new ones
How are you attracting and retaining teachers of color?
Automating your applicant tracking eases the effects of covert biases and provides an attractive applicant experience
Friday 5: Digital equity in schools
Digital equity remains a major goal--and a major challenge--in districts across the nation
Beyond the visible: Recognizing and accommodating invisible disabilities
More conversations are needed around access and protections for those with non-apparent disabilities that aren’t always addressed
How school leaders can foster a culturally responsive framework
School leaders can play a pivotal role in cultivating a culturally responsive environment by employing strategies to do so effectively
Empowering girls with STEM education to build tomorrow’s tech industry
STEM programs must prioritize creating inclusive and supportive environments where girls feel encouraged to explore, take risks, and dream big
DEI in action: eSN Innovation Roundtable
Educators weigh in on the challenges and opportunities that make diversity, equity, and inclusion critical components of K-12 schools
Navigating cultural diversity in American education
Culturally Responsive Teaching has emerged as a multifaceted approach to promote equitable excellence and validate the diverse experiences of students
How your school’s design can promote equity through access
Using the built environment to promote equity in the classroom starts with understanding each student's sensory needs and learning styles
2024 National Education Technology Plan targets the digital divide
A national edtech plan identifies key digital divide elements limiting edtech's potential in teaching and learning
3 strategies to support inclusive learning
Inclusive classrooms mean maximizing equity and access to learning--here's how to accomplish such a critical step
Advancing educational equity with UDL and generative AI
Taking computer science, with its long history of exclusion, towards an inclusive future will cause ripple effects across all content areas
Abbott Elementary and a push for Black educator representation
During the opening ISTELive 23 keynote, panelists discussed the urgent need for minority students to see themselves represented in their teachers
How to work for equity of access in classrooms
Equity of access is more than providing equal resources--it's about recognizing and addressing the unique needs and challenges that students face to create a truly inclusive educational experience
How schools can help students overcome the digital divide
New tool helps school administrators determine eligibility and advance enrollment in the federal government’s Affordable Connectivity Program
Five action steps to shrink the digital divide
Far too many American households still do not have home internet service--including students who need high-speed internet for learning
Driving equitable learning with thoughtful software implementation
Equitable learning is not a distant dream; it is a vision we can achieve with intentional efforts and strategic implementation of technology
How I foster an inclusive classroom as a new teacher
A military veteran who was drawn to teaching shares his experiences as a Black male educator and role model for children
EdTech Success in LAUSD
Elliott Levine, Qualcomm’s Director of Worldwide Education, discusses positive details from work in the country's 2nd largest district.
A small number of teachers can double the racial gap in disciplinary action
The Biden administration issued a letter to school leaders indicating that schools that unfairly discipline students based on race could be in violation of the Civil Rights Act
ISTELive, Abbott Elementary, and a push for Black educator representation
During the opening ISTELive 23 keynote, panelists discussed the urgent need for minority students to see themselves represented in their teachers
Biden announces $930M in grants to expand internet access, digital equity
The grants will expand and strengthen America’s high-speed internet networks as part of the Investing in America agenda
With Critical Race Theory spurring debate, is there hope for diversity in schools?
The absolute best thing you can do as an educator is embrace the fact that the work of DEI must begin with you
3 supports for educators implementing restorative justice practices
Educators can play an active role in the development and implementation of restorative justice programs
Can we make STEM more accessible for girls?
With intentional efforts focused on eliminating barriers to STEM education, teachers can support girls as they pursue STEM studies
4 ways school leaders can target the homework gap
