Show Stopper—CTL on Connected Chromebooks
CTL, a global cloud-computing solution leader for education, will present at the upcoming Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) conference in Miami, Florida, on Tuesday, ... Read more
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E-rate insight protects school technology infrastructure
When the Federal Communications Commission’s E-rate program first emerged in 1996, only 14 percent of the nation's K-12 classrooms were connected to the internet.
3 considerations to ensure a future-proof network
There are three top technologies for school district CTOs to consider when planning for the health and longevity of their wired and Wi-Fi networks.
Museum of Science, Boston releases equity-oriented engineering curricula
Bringing public science learning beyond its onsite exhibits and programs, the Museum of Science, Boston has launched a collection of preK-8 engineering and STEM curricula designed to engage…
Crunch the Numbers: New data on student tech use; Chromebook predictions; and the impact of pandemic relief funds
Qustodio today released their 5th Annual Report, offering valuable insights into children’s digital habits across 2023. “Born connected: The rise ... Read more
Ensure Your District is Data Ready with this Free Playbook
Unprecedented funding has flowed into districts over the last several years as part of pandemic support and recovery efforts. As a result of this increased investment in technology,…
6 ways principals can improve family engagement
As a school administrator, I thought a lot about family engagement. How could I get more parents and guardians to feel connected and interested in getting involved? How…
What are the 7 Essential Digital Literacy Skills?
In today's digitally connected world, possessing digital literacy is essential. Let’s explore the significance of digital literacy, a multifaceted skill set developed while learning in the digital age.
Majority of districts now meet FCC’s school internet connectivity goal
Seventy-four percent of districts (9,573) across the country now have school internet connectivity at speeds that are sufficient to support digital learning in their classrooms every day.
To foster young talent, employers need to share their social capital
In career-connected learning, employee volunteers like internship supervisors or guest speakers typically see their role as providing students job-specific knowledge and skills.
5 essential digital learning reads
Digital learning is a critical component of what happens in today's classrooms. Edtech tools, connected learning experiences, and 21st-century skills all play a role in preparing students for…
Five action steps to shrink the digital divide
New research examining national attitudes toward home broadband and the federal Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) provides insights on how to close the digital divide and connect households to…
Frontline Education Releases Year-to-Date Administration Software Innovation Summary
Malvern, Pa. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Frontline Education, a leading provider of administration software purpose-built for educators in K-12, today released ... Read more
Reliable internet and Wi-Fi in schools should be top priority
Without access to reliable internet and Wi-Fi-dependent devices, students and teachers face disadvantages, and schools can have a hard time meeting their educational goals.
HMH Introduces Generative AI Teacher Supports in its Connected Literacy Solution to Empower Educators
BOSTON – As part of its human-centered approach to AI in K-12 education, learning technology company HMH today announced new OpenAI-powered integrations ... Read more
55 back-to-school tips and insights for a great year
It's back-to-school season across the country, and while this is met with mixed emotions, like it or not, classroom doors are open and welcoming students. Here are some…
If zero trust is good enough for the government, it’s good enough for your school
Educators and administrators are holding their breath at the dawn of another academic year. They are well aware that schools are increasingly targeted by hackers with 1 in…
10 things schools need to do to build students’ networks
While durable skills and career-connected learning are important in setting students up for success as they enter college or the workforce, focusing on these skills alone won't help…
Leveraging edtech to help students, teachers stay connected through illness
There’s no disputing the fact that the COVID-19 pandemic had a major impact on almost every aspect of daily life — from the ways we interacted with the…
Why connected laptops are a pathway to digital liberation
The introduction of always-connected PCs and Chromebooks continues to be the catalyst for digitally liberating many students. Now is an especially exciting time to turn to this idea…
HMH Completes Acquisition of NWEA
Learning technology company HMH announced that it has completed its acquisition of assets from research and educational services organization NWEA. ... Read more
Lightspeed Systems’ New ‘Digital Equity’ Module Provides Actionable Insight Into Students’ Internet Connectivity And School-Issued Device Health When Learning Outside of School
AUSTIN, TX – Lightspeed Systems, the leader in safe, secure and equitable education technology, announces Digital Equity—a module that provides ... Read more
What is a predictive metaverse? The future of guided learning
The word ‘metaverse’ has certainly been used a lot recently, specifically within conversations around the advancement of technologies and the ever-changing landscape of how we work and live.
Wayside Publishing and Nualang Partner for World Language Education
Freeport, Maine – Wayside Publishing announces the launch of Nualang within Learning Site®, Wayside’s digital learning platform. This pioneering collaboration ... Read more
K-12 cybersecurity vendors: Is the threat already in your house?
K-12 vendors are key components in all aspects of K-12 education. From operational needs such as attendance and payroll to learning applications for reading, science, and mathematics, vendors…
Career-Connected PBL
Project-based learning (PBL) helps students learn about careers more deeply than they can by simply reading about various jobs or ... Read more
Are you connected for digital classroom success?
The 21st century classroom requires reliable, high performance, and secure Wi-Fi to support the wide variety of teaching methods and ... Read more
5 tools every school tech director should use
Teaching methods have changed dramatically over the last few years, leading to numerous electronic resources entering the classroom. This makes school IT a formidable challenge—security experts have to…
Clearlake Capital-Backed Discovery Education Acquires Pivot Interactives
Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education, a global edtech company backed by Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (together with its affiliates, “Clearlake”), ... Read more
HMH Unveils Major Platform Enhancements to Empower Educators and Engage Students Heading Back-to-School Nationwide
BOSTON, /PRNewswire/ – As students and teachers nationwide head back to school, learning technology company HMH today announced major enhancements to Ed, HMH’s connected teaching ... Read more
PowerSchool to Launch Connected Intelligence, First Fully Managed Data-as-a-Service Platform for K-12 Schools
FOLSOM, Calif — PowerSchool (NYSE: PWSC), the leading provider of cloud-based software for K-12 education in North America, today announced it ... Read more
Are you teaching with Minecraft and Roblox? You should be
Millions of students use Roblox and Minecraft to create characters and build entire worlds. As educators search for ways to boost student engagement as they inject real-world relevance…
Microsoft and Optoma Partner to Offer Cloud Based Remote Management Solution for Audio Visual Displays
LAS VEGAS, June 8, 2022 – Optoma, a world-leading manufacturer of large visual display products, and the #1 DLP brand ... Read more
Los Angeles Unified School District Offers Spectrum Enterprise Stay Connected K-12 Solution to Families as a Way to Receive Robust Home Internet Access at No Cost to Students
LOS ANGELES – Charter Communications, Inc. today announced that it is working with the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the country’s ... Read more
3 critical elements of a K-12 cybersecurity strategy
Technology has significantly changed the classroom experience over the last decade, with the ubiquity of the IoT, mobile apps, and teleconferencing ushering in a new era of instruction…
4 ways to improve your district’s data privacy
With K-12 school districts using cloud collaboration platforms more than ever before, the approach to data privacy in schools is looking a lot different than what administrators are…
5 tips to bring engineering into the classroom
STEAM education is critically important in the classroom, and engineering education is a key part of STEAM learning. And on World Engineering Day, the need for students to…
Moving from “the” school to “their” school
Connected students and families don’t attend and partner with “the” school--they do so with “their” school. They aren’t guests who meet, exceed, or fall short of someone else’s…
3 approaches to help students become responsible cyber citizens
Children are getting more screen time than ever—a side effect of the pandemic’s impact on our usual routines.
Inaugural Catalyze Challenge Winners To Transform Journey From Classroom To Career
SAN FRANCISCO, NOVEMBER 4, 2021 – In an effort to level the playing field for all students and catapult young ... Read more