Full-time online school launches in Georgia using FuelEd (Aventa)
Risk assessments are awful, but necessary
Here are 5 ways to improve risk assessments in your district
Grant bridges educational divide in Ga.
The James M. Cox Foundation announced today a $288,500 grant to EveryoneOn. The grant will fund a pilot program providing 1,500 tablet computers, preloaded with educational content, to…
App of the Week: An app for the paperless classroom
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Why your tech PD might be all wrong
Too often, tech training is about learning how to use the device. Instead, good PD should have purpose and a framework.
Texas’ big strides in preparing students for college math
A new math course backed by the state is boosting collaboration among lawmakers, colleges, and districts. And it may serve as a good lesson in getting more students…
New case makes iPad video more professional-looking
A new snap-on iPad accessory is helping users create professional-looking videos, letting them shoot, edit, stream and share.
What do educators want from E-rate? Voice service, more C2 funding
Eighty-six percent of E-rate applicants participating in a recent survey said they are concerned about the Federal Communication Commission's phase-out of support for voice service, according to recent…
Nearpod now integrates with Google Classroom
Slide sharing platform Nearpod, is now working directly with Google Classroom, allowing teachers to instantly assign and share their interactive lessons with their students. This works both for…
In teacher shortage, schools recruit professionals to teach
A shortage of trained teachers in Oregon is leaving school districts short-handed, so replacements without educational backgrounds are being recruited from other professions to fill the gap. This…
Miami schools install wi-fi on buses
Miami-Dade County Public Schools in Florida is piloting a school bus-based Wi-Fi program in partnership with Kajeet. The district's "Wi-Fi-on-the-Go” program aims to provide students the opportunity for…
Teaching digital citizenship across the whole curriculum
Teaching digital citizenship as a "one-off event" doesn’t lead to changes in behavior, experts say. Instead, try integrating it into the whole curriculum.
App of the Week: Create slideshare videos
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AAXA releases portable, battery-powered projector
AAXA Technologies launches a new 650 lumen battery-powered LED projector, priced at $500. Designed to be portable, it fits in a laptop bag.
Tests suggest most Kansas students not ready for college
A majority of Kansas public school students aren't on track to be ready academically for college based on their scores on standardized English and math tests this past…
Cengage Learning releases new course delivery app
Cengage Learning announced the availability of the iOS and Android compatible MindTap Mobile app. Developed based on student feedback,MindTap Mobileallows students to access many features of Cengage Learning’s…
District adds data use to teacher training
While teacher professional development continues to be scrutinized by research and the media, Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD) is hoping to get it right with data. A…
rSmart adds first K-12 OneCampus customer
Windsor Southeast Supervisory Union (WSESU) has selected and implemented rSmart's OneCampus to power its new Dashboard, a one-stop shop for school tasks and applications. The app-store experience of…
The app that lets you create Khan Academy-style videos in 60 seconds
With an app called Snip, flipped and other educators can create video tutorials a la Khan in no time flat. See how.
Why we must address digital equity right now
Even with more support from E-rate, digital equity remains a troubling issue with far-reaching consequences.
Is mobile the key to physics instruction?
Usually high school students take biology and chemistry before taking physics; yet, only 36 percent of students end up in physics courses, according to the American Institute of…
App of the Week: One of the best note-takers out there
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The saga continues: Report finds ongoing iPad problems at LAUSD
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Check out the cool font that changes online text for students with dyslexia
A font that is intended to help people with dyslexia better distinguish between each letter by making each letter's form unique is making its way into solutions used…
New K-12 think tank zeroes in on research and policy
A new national education think tank – the Learning Policy Institute – will conduct high-quality research to inform evidence-based policies that can prepare all students for the challenges…
15+ great resources for introducing coding to the classroom
Must-try apps, games, and tutorials for learners of every age “Computer science is a liberal art, it’s something that everyone ... Read more
Inside the unique STEM school for students with learning difficulties
The nation's first STEM academy for those with social and learning difficulties focuses on both hard and soft skills, from coding to collaboration.
2016 Vernier/NSTA Technology Awards now open
Vernier Software & Technology and the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) are now accepting applications for the 2016 Vernier/NSTA Technology Awards. Seven educators--one elementary teacher, two middle school…
CodeNow launches #CodeHow videos
CodeNow, a nonprofit focused on teaching underrepresented, diverse high school students how to code, is launching #CodeHow, an online video tutorial series designed specifically for teens and accessible…
One-third of U.S. schools use this data technology
One-third of K12 schools in the United States have adopted Clever to secure student data, the company announced. At a time when schools are rapidly embracing technology, Clever…
How satellite technology can help close the digital divide
According to the FCC and others, satellite technology holds promise As high-speed internet service becomes more ubiquitous in American households, ... Read more
35 Jewish schools launch STEM program
Thirty-five Jewish Day Schools nationwide are launching the CIJE-Tech MS Program, a new STEM engineering program designed specifically for middle school grades. The Center for Initiatives in Jewish…
Flipping the classroom together—from 3,000 miles away
How two teachers overcome the challenges of flipping their classrooms, collaborating, and co-planning their lessons across states.
App of the Week: 3D solar system
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3-state study sheds light on math learning resource
Interactive math learning system LearnBop, an exclusive partner of Fuel Education (FuelEd), released results from a 3-state efficacy study showing students that used its product made a 7-10…
5 things you should know about Periscope for education
Twitter’s new live video streaming service has intriguing possibilities for schools, but there are also issues for educators to consider.
PASCO launches inquiry-based STEM tools
To provide teachers with new ways to involve students in hands-on, inquiry-based science this school year, PASCO Scientific is introducing new hardware, apparatus, and curriculum solutions to engage…
Minority youth develop community-enhancing video games
A new fellowship challenges minority youths to develop video games addressing social issues impacting their communities. Twenty Fellows, ages 15-25, will receive grants to continue development of their…
Game-based platform targets college prep, exams
Hobsons has launched Naviance Test Prep, a new online learning platform that is intended to make test prep engaging and personalized for students. The new solution uses game-based…
The one-stop shop approach to an IT overhaul
