Best of ISTELive 2023 By TL Editors published 21 August 23 Tech & Learning names the best education technology tools from ISTE 2023
How to Teach Digital Citizenship By Lisa Nielsen published 23 August 22 Teaching digital citizenship is the job of all educators--here’s how to prepare them
Analytics-Based Strategies to Equitably Address Opportunity Gaps By Ray Bendici published 17 March 22 How schools use analytics and data to personalize the learning experience for all students
Creating Sustainable Learning Programs By Sascha Zuger last updated 4 March 22 Tech & Learning Innovative Leader Awards: Best Example of Sustainable Classrooms
Lightspeed Systems Acquires CatchOn: What You Need to Know By Erik Ofgang published 9 February 22 Lightspeed Systems recently announced its acquisition of CatchOn. Here’s what that means for both companies and for educators.
Cyber Insurance: What Schools Need to Know By Annie Galvin Teich published 4 February 22 As cybersecurity attacks increase, districts ask if the cost of cyber insurance is worth the price
Best Student Data Privacy Practices for Schools By Sascha Zuger published 28 January 22 Protecting student data privacy goes beyond buying the most expensive product
Potential E-Rate Changes: Cybersecurity and New Competitive Bidding By Erik Ofgang published 26 January 22 John Harrington of Funds For Learning says districts should be permitted to apply E-rate funding to cybersecurity but that proposed changes to the discount’s competitive bidding process are not necessary.
How to Quiet the Hyperactive Hive Mind in Schools By Michael Gaskell published 10 January 22 School leaders need to identify and quell toxic groupthink that can lead to a hyperactive hive mind that impairs everyone
How to Install a New School Intercom System By Beverly Miller published 23 November 21 Selecting and installing a new school intercom system now goes beyond simply replacing outdated equipment
Leveraging Funds To Improve Schools and Meet the Needs of All Students By Susan Gentz, Trent Grundmeyer published 10 November 21 Flush with funding, K-12 superintendents have to make sure spending solves current problems and provides investment in the future
How to Develop a Diverse School IT Staff By Ray Bendici last updated 29 October 21 To create a diverse school IT staff, education leaders have to be intentional about recruiting, supporting, and developing professionals from all backgrounds
School Cyberattacks: How the FBI Works to Protect School Districts By Erik Ofgang last updated 22 October 21 School cyberattacks are increasing, particularly ransomware attacks. The FBI has advice for keeping your school safe.
How to Show Appreciation for Teachers By Dr. Kecia Ray last updated 1 September 21 Appreciation for teachers needs to be a priority during this challenging time
Grant Proposals: 7 Questions to Ask As You Write By Gwen Solomon published 23 August 21 When crafting a grant proposal, asking yourself the right questions during the process can help improve your chance of success
How Schools and Districts Are Connecting with Families By Ray Bendici published 20 August 21 Connecting with families continues to be a focus for educators as the 2021-22 school year begins
High-Yield Strategies to Normalize 2021-22 School Year By Dr. Kecia Ray published 4 August 21 Focusing on strategies in two key areas -- social and emotional needs and the assessment gap -- can pay dividends for educators in the upcoming school year
Tech & Learning Remote Learning Series: Lessons Learned in Georgia By Ray Bendici last updated 24 July 21 Georgia districts applied their remote learning lessons learned from 2014's "Snowmaggedon" to quickly launch an effective remote learning plan.
Extended Learning Time: 5 Things to Consider By Susan Gentz last updated 7 June 21 As districts consider extended learning time, it's critical that these programs are not just treated as additional learning time
Using Data to Prepare for Back to School By Ray Bendici last updated 6 June 21 Collecting and analyzing data will be key to preparing for the school year ahead.
