E-rate spending reveals schools’ tech evolution
Schooling has changed in many ways in the last two years, but while remote learning, mask policies and increased federal spending in education have gotten lots of attention,…
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High-speed internet is a basic necessity–not a luxury–when it comes to learning
Americans overwhelmingly believe that high-speed internet access is a basic necessity, according to a new survey from Kajeet. Additionally, this need for connectivity is not new, as nearly…
4 ways to support ELLs in post-pandemic learning
There's no question that the COVID-19 pandemic impacted learning in ways educators and policymakers are still working to understand. But while all students felt the impact, certain historically…
Why teach digital writing to students in 2022?
Have you ever thought of your students alongside Hemingway, Shakespeare, and other well-known writers? They are actually: All their messages, blogs, and social media posts go online today,…
3 collaborative strategies to bolster cybersecurity
There are a few helpful benchmarks that can assist IT administrators in their ever-evolving quest to bolster cybersecurity measures and limit schools’ exposure to pervasive attacks.
Edtech best practices
In this episode of Innovations in Education, sponsored by Galaxy Next Generation, host Kevin Hogan explores: AI education is critical for an equitable tomorrow; are you tackling the…
Jamf Introduces Jamf Safe Internet to Power Online Safety Anywhere Students Learn
MINNEAPOLIS, July 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Jamf (NASDAQ: JAMF), the standard in Apple Enterprise Management, rolled out Jamf Safe ... Read more
Why “offline” digital learning is critical to impact children worldwide
As thousands of educators, entrepreneurs, and investors gathered at the recent ASU+GSV Summit, a growing number recognized both the need and opportunity for educational innovation in developing countries,…
Galaxy Next Generation Offers G2 Visual Alerts to Every School in the U.S.
TOCCOA, GA / ACCESSWIRE / June 4, 2022 / Galaxy Next Generation, Inc. (OTCQB:GAXY) (“Galaxy” or the “Company”), a provider of ... Read more
It’s time to invest in tech equity in education
Today’s education doesn’t need to be limited to the walls of a classroom. It shouldn’t rely on home internet access, a community hotspot or a ride to the…
Can web filtering really harm the kids?
Web filtering is undoubtedly an essential when it comes to school cybersecurity. However, when the service is not set up correctly or a number of blocked categories is…
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
Critical steps to bolster K-12 cybersecurity
This past August, the Center for Internet Security’s Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC), which serves state and local governments, reported that it expects an increase of…
3 tactics to center educator wellness
The pandemic has shown, clearly, the impact wellness has on students: the U.S. Attorney General recently reported a 40 percent increase in student sadness or hopelessness while Mental…
Kajeet Appoints Industry Veteran Chris Felix as Vice President of Education Sales
MCLEAN, VA. — Jan. 8, 2022 — Kajeet®, a leading provider of IoT connectivity, software and hardware solutions that deliver ... Read more
4 predictions for computer science education in 2022
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, school districts across the country have seen an influx of funding for student devices, internet access, and a variety of edtech tools.…
7 reasons E-rate funding is critical for schools and libraries
Reliable high-speed internet access isn't a "nice to have" - it's absolutely essential for teaching and learning. Without reliable connectivity, students and teachers lose access to the digital…
5 strategies to build better information literacy in students
We live in the age of information. Thanks to the internet, we now have all the world’s knowledge at our fingertips. Just think about it: Cooking, philosophy, engineering,…
3 reasons E-rate funding remains critical for school internet access
The federal E-rate program remains a vital and trusted funding source to bring "mission-critical" internet access to schools and libraries, according to an annual report tracking trends and…
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.
How math learning supports the future of work
Math is everywhere around us, whether we realize it or not. Every time we conduct an internet search, order something online, or automatically get recommendations for products that…
classroom.cloud from NetSupport Releases New Classroom Management and Safety Features, Giving Teachers More Control in the Cloud
Thursday, November 4, 2021 — ATLANTA – NetSupport, which develops network and cloud-based technology for K-12 schools, has released several new ... Read more
Defeat the Digital Divide Helps Bring Reliable Internet Connections to Schools Nationwide
COVINGTON, KY: October 21, 2021 – A new website launched by a collaboration of leading technology experts, STEP CG and ... Read more
Kajeet Education Solutions Now Available to UScellular Customers
MCLEAN, Va. October 1, 2021–Kajeet®, a leading provider of wireless connectivity, software and hardware solutions that deliver safe and controlled ... Read more
Cleveland Metropolitan School District Deploys the Stay Connected K-12 Solution from Spectrum Enterprise to Enhance the Learning Experience for Students Needing Robust Home Internet
CLEVELAND, Ohio – With many school districts continuing to look for ways to help students who don’t have robust internet service ... Read more
Heroes at Work: Navajo Prep goes all-in on internet access during pandemic learning
Heroes at Work: An Excerpt from Conversations with the 2021 eSchool Media Hero Awards Grand Prize Winners. Click through for the full interview.
Navajo Prep prioritizes internet access for all students
Never before have educators been challenged and tested as they were, beginning in March 2020 and up until today, and never before has their resilience been more apparent.…
Q Academy Ventures into Online Learning for Kids
British Columbia-based Q Academy, a pioneer in tech-focused education, taps into online learning with the soft-launching of Q Academy Kids ... Read more
3 ways students can develop solid online research skills
Educators can help students evaluate online information efficiently. Its volume keeps growing, and it's significant for young people to know how to separate the gems from the garbage…
Next Gen TV Prototype Shows How Educational Equity Can Be Achieved For All Students
Washington, D.C. — The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) has collaborated with Howard University Middle School of Mathematics and Science, ... Read more
Promethean Continues Streak as Market Leader for Interactive Flat Panel Displays in US and EMEA
HONG KONG, June 10, 2021 – (ACN Newswire) – NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited (NetDragon or the Company; HKG: 777), a ... Read more
4 things we need to realize about digital equity
COVID caused an unprecedented and massive shift to online learning, and while online learning isn't new itself, it became the primary mode of education delivery for most students.…
3 ways to keep your online classroom engaged
I teach computer literacy at Digital Academy of Florida (DAOF) and I’ve found numerous ways to keep my students engaged in my short time there. I start by…
5 ways to keep equity at the center of teaching
If school system leaders are to make equity a priority as education moves forward during this stage of the COVID-19 pandemic, teacher work environments will have to evolve.
Savvas Learning Company Teams Up with EveryoneOn to Provide Free WiFi to 100 Families to Support Digital Learning at Home
In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Savvas enables teachers to better connect with students by helping to close the digital ... Read more
Kajeet Announces Launch of 2021 Digital Inclusion Grant Program
To support digital inclusion, Kajeet will provide one year of free internet connectivity hardware and patented Kajeet® managed service to ... Read more
High schoolers want a permanent virtual learning option
A recent survey of 16- to 18-year-olds in the U.S. and U.K. shows that one in three students say their ideal post-pandemic learning environment includes some kind of…
The 10 most popular learning channels for kids
A new resource from Connections Academy features some of the most popular learning channels online, analyzing the number of subscribers they have and how many people have watched…
Kajeet Announces Global Expansion, Enters U.K. Market
Leading wireless connectivity provider launches London office, extending award-winning solutions to the U.K. McLean, Va. – April 21, 2021 – ... Read more
Cox Business Brings High Speed Fiber Connectivity to Historical Jamestowne Island To Provide Virtual Explorations of the James Fort and Archaearium
30,000 students from 175 schools in 27 states have experienced the immersive demonstration powered by the new optical fiber connectivity ... Read more