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Questions to Ask Before Going 1:1

1:1 learning in education refers to a model in which each student has access to a portable, networked digital device such as a notebook or tablet that connects students with their teacher, other students, and/or experts. Implementing a 1:1 initiative with any device is a great way to provide students with access to technology in … Continue reading →

Connect with key partners at ISTE 2015!

Meet, learn, and engage with some of our key vendor and reseller partners at ISTE 2015 June 28 –July 1! ISTE provides an opportunity for vendors, resellers, and industry representatives, including teachers, administrators, and media specialists to connect, learn, and continue to drive technological innovation in the 21st century classroom. Learn more about ISTE 2015 … Continue reading →

Tips for BYOD Implementation in Education

BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) is a trend that has been becoming increasingly more popular in education – almost 50% of districts allowed, or were developing a BYOD policy in 2014. After weighing the pros and cons and deciding to roll out a district-wide BYOD program, here are some of the top tips for implementation: … Continue reading →

Pros and Cons of BYOD

While the rise of BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) in education has largely been fueled by the cost savings it provides schools, there are many pros and cons schools must weigh when contemplating a BYOD program: Pros Technology. First and foremost, BYOD allows schools to provide their students the technology necessary in today’s classroom. Additionally, … Continue reading →

The Rise of BYOD

As the 2014-2015 school year draws to close there’s no better time to examine one of this year’s fastest growing trends in the U.S. K-12 Market: BYOD. BYOD, or “Bring Your Own Device,” refers to the mobile learning initiative in which students and staff are permitted to use their personal mobile devices in the classroom. … Continue reading →

FCC to Double Spending on High-Speed Internet in Schools and Libraries

The Federal Communications Commission announced it will double the amount of E-rate funding allocated to high-speed Internet investments with a substantial spend of $2 billion, up from $1 billion last year. This development arrives on the heels of the open letter released last Thursday by the EducationSuperhighway, a coalition of 50 tech CEOs advocating for … Continue reading →

EdTech Bloggers to Follow in 2014

via Graphite Looking to keep an eye on technology in the classroom? Graphite (a member of Common Sense media) has assembled the following list of cutting-edge bloggers who have their fingers on the pulse of Education technology. Click below to check it out: Follow these thought leaders and stay up-to-date on the rapid changes that … Continue reading →

[Sponsored Post] Common Core and Early Typing with Knowledge Adventure

This is a sponsored post brought to you by our partners at Knowledge Adventure. The United States Department of Commerce estimates that 96% of working Americans use new communications technologies as part of their daily life, while 62% of working Americans use the Internet as an integral part of their job. With these percentages likely to … Continue reading →

The E-rate Filing Window is Now Open for 2014

E-rate is a critical program that helps schools get funding for their necessary purchases. The E-rate program provides discounts on certain services and products that are essential for classrooms and libraries to receive voice, video, and data communications. The amount of the discount depends on the level of poverty and location of the school or … Continue reading →

CES 2014 Roundup

CES 2014 has officially come and gone, and the dust is now settling. We’ve been monitoring the coverage of the show and have rounded up some highlights to share with you. The big trends at CES this year were refinements of the trends we’ve been seeing in the past couple of years at CES – … Continue reading →