The world has changed during the pandemic and nowhere can this be seen more than in schools or the workplace. It would be wrong, however, to think that it has changed completely, and that a totally different set of skills is now required. Moreso, it’s that the pandemic has given us pause for thought – […]
4 Ways to Advocate For Classroom Education Software
By now, educators and students alike are well aware of the promises of classroom technology to promote better teaching and learning outcomes. Educators are harnessing the power of gamification and tools like digital assessment software to provide more authentic and personalized learning experiences, particularly in terms of formative and adaptive assessment. At the same time, […]
Why Education Leaders are Turning to Open Source Testing Tools
More and more we hear that open source software is gaining traction in educational settings. If you are not completely familiar with open source, you might be asking yourself, “How can free software possibly be of any value?” or “What’s the catch?” In schools and districts, open source testing tools have been gaining momentum as […]
5 Grants for Funding Education Technology
In many cases, technology can advance a student’s education beyond what can be found in a textbook. Almost eight out of ten educators believe that having technology in the classroom helps them do their job better, and 25% believe that having technology readily available for students can positively impact a student’s education. As trends to […]
Key Considerations for Rolling Out an Assessment Platform
Digital assessment technology represents an evolution in how we teach and how our students learn. Investing in an application without a rollout plan, however, can prove disastrous. Adopting a digital solution for the assessment needs of your institution requires careful forethought and groundwork, resulting in a well thought-out project plan which defines a vision for […]
Tackling Digital Equity: How will the US Infrastructure Bill Impact Students?
While government leaders have long wrestled with lessening inequities in education, since the pandemic, a special focus has been placed on ensuring digital equity for teachers and students. The FCC’s Eighth Broadband Progress Report estimates that some 19 million Americans still lack access to broadband internet services even at minimum threshold speeds. Accounting for just […]