A new study, analyzing results of fifteen years’ worth of research studies, found that efforts by K-12 schools to implement 1-to-1 laptop deployments has , on average, had a statistically significant positive impact on student test scores in English/language arts, writing, math, and science. The study also found some modest evidence of other positive benefits … Continue reading
Posted in May 2016 …
Schools Struggle with EdTech Implementation
A new survey conducted by Edgenuity revealed that while teachers believe tech enriches the classroom, many schools struggle with successful implementation. Teachers believe in technology: 70% of surveyed teachers said they believe technology enriches the classroom experience 91% of surveyed teachers said technology provides a greater ability for teachers to tailor lessons and homework assignments … Continue reading
Districts Look for ESSA Advice
A February 2016 survey found that many educators are relatively unfamiliar with the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and are looking for their partners to help them navigate and implement the changes that ESSA is bringing. Key findings include: Only 12% of educators are “Very Familiar” with ESSA 56% of educators expect ESSA to only … Continue reading
What Teachers Want from Digital Tools
In a recent survey by Teachers Know Best 3,100 K-12 teachers across the country identified the following as the most important considerations when evaluating digital tools for the classroom: Cost Effectiveness (48%) Cost is always an issue for individual teachers and the schools they work in. While many digital tools have free and paid tiers … Continue reading
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