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Remember computer labs, once a hallmark of the tech-forward school? Rows and rows of internet-connected desktop computers rendered typewriters and, to some degree, the library obsolete. But there were only so many labs for so […]
Read MorePeople are creatures of comfort and habit. Teachers, staff, and even students may say they’re excited about new educational technology—(“What’s In and Out in Edtech”)—but when it comes to letting go of tools and methods […]
Read MoreYour students may claim otherwise—as they Snapchat while doing math homework while watching YouTube music videos—but experts say that multitasking doesn’t work. The American Psychological Association tells us that quality and productivity suffer when we […]
Read MoreFor years, school IT departments (internal and contracted) focused disproportionately on short-term needs like fixing broken devices and maintaining technology infrastructure. These are important tasks, but long-term technology strategy is what makes a real difference […]
Read MoreAs a school leader, you already know there’s a teacher shortage in the United States. Do you know what’s causing it? According to research by the Learning Policy Institute, the 112,000-teacher gap we’ll have in […]
Read MoreWhen I was a teacher, one of the best professional development assignments I ever received was to observe three of my colleagues in their classrooms. At first I thought, “I don’t have time for this—I […]
Read MoreIf technology is hurting you more than it’s helping, consider outsourcing your school’s technology to a qualified, school-focused provider. It could be the best decision you make this year. The myths about outsourcing come from […]
Read MoreEducators and students who use online networking tools effectively and safely can turn them into valuable learning and communication tools. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat may occupy most of the social media real estate and […]
Read MoreWhen I was eight years old, I was not a good reader. Comprehension was difficult because I couldn’t concentrate well enough to retain what I’d read, and I didn’t understand how becoming a competent reader […]
Read MoreThe news is full of stories about hackers stealing sensitive consumer data such as birthdates and Social Security numbers. Unfortunately, educational data are not immune to such attacks. Cybercriminals are just as likely to target […]
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