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COVID, Game Design, and Student Engagement in Remote Learning

February 25, 2021

A leading development engine asked teachers teaching game design how they’re doing. GUEST COLUMN | by Stuart Poole Teaching game …

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Time for Class

February 18, 2021

Michael Chasen, the Blackboard founder, introduces a new learning platform for a post-pandemic world. INTERVIEW | by Victor Rivero “Without …

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10 Tips for Virtual Teaching

February 09, 2021

Some practical advice for teachers and parents in a time of increased online learning. GUEST COLUMN | by Pippa Davies …

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How to Run Two Classrooms at Once

January 14, 2021

Here’s how our K-5 school is approaching the hybrid educational style during COVID. GUEST COLUMN | by Felecia Evans I’m …

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Doctor Who Created Student Study Tool Prescribes Some Timely Advice

January 12, 2021

How educators can keep high schoolers’ college momentum going during current times. High schoolers have faced obstacle after obstacle due …

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Transforming Literacy Learning with Data-Driven Instruction

December 15, 2020

Data helps educators support reading at district, school, and classroom levels. GUEST COLUMN | by Steven Guttentag Data can tell …

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A Moment of Transformation

November 18, 2020

As edtech giants accelerate integrations and partnerships, the learning continues. INTERVIEW | by Victor Rivero New integrations between SMART Technologies, …

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‘How Else Can We Support Schools…?’

November 17, 2020

In leading a team of entrepreneurs and educators, a co-founder and CEO confronts today’s challenges head-on—and still looks ahead. INTERVIEW …

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Who Will Be the New Leaders of the American Tech Industry?

November 12, 2020

This after-school technology program helps children acquire tech skills, confidence—and a clear path forward. INTERVIEW | by Victor Rivero …

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With Remote Shift, Lessons from an Online Tutoring Company

November 11, 2020

After years of iterating, improving and scaling, a CEO emerges prepared. INTERVIEW | by Victor Rivero Harry Aurora heads up …

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Stress-Tested Like Never Before

November 11, 2020

In an historic moment, user research is key to peering into edtech’s future. GUEST COLUMN | by Adam Sonnett As …

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The Key to Analyzing Results at Scale

November 10, 2020

Using higher education engagement data to adjust advancement strategy. GUEST COLUMN | by Mirko Widenhorn With everything going on, who …

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How We Revamped Student Assessments for a Digital-Focused World

November 10, 2020

After 80 million yearly assessments, a leader in the area shares a workable approach. GUEST COLUMN | by Katie McClarty …

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From Wildfires to Pandemics

October 27, 2020

The importance of building engaging online courses for effective virtual learning. GUEST COLUMN | by Carl Dawson Aaron Ferguson is …

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Speech Therapy Online

October 13, 2020

Using technology to deliver benefits for families and educators. GUEST COLUMN | by Leanne Sherred As online learning becomes the …

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After Grading 15,000 Papers, High School English Teacher Builds a Tool

October 06, 2020

An innovative educator scales a writing solution gleaned from experience with his students. INTERVIEW | by Victor Rivero After teaching …

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A Fully Digital, Fully Relevant FETC

October 05, 2020

Reimagined as a virtual event, the now online conference will support the edtech community with best practices and strategies for …

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The Fundamental Skills of K-12 Technology Directors

October 05, 2020

A veteran edtech leader’s words of wisdom and guidance for challenging times. GUEST COLUMN | by Loretta Cannistraci, Ed.D., CETL …

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Making Personalized Learning a Reality with Learning Objects

October 05, 2020

Technology advances for easier, quicker, and better educational content creation. GUEST COLUMN | by Gjergj Demiraj There is a perception …

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Going Inside Our MIND with Brian LeTendre

October 02, 2020

HONOREE PROFILE | by Victor Rivero The Inside Our MIND podcast takes a look at the challenges facing education that …

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James Rice: Dedicated to Teaching and Studying

October 01, 2020

HONOREE PROFILE | by Victor Rivero James Rice is the author and creator of the award-winning English as a Second …

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Pivoting Toward The Future of Learning

September 30, 2020

As testing and assessment giant ETS creates a new investment unit, its director looks ahead. INTERVIEW | by Victor Rivero …

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Kyle Berger: This CTO Loves Helping His Community

September 29, 2020

Two decades of working for schools, parents, and students. HONOREE PROFILE | by Victor Rivero Kyle Berger, Chief Technology Officer …

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Jessica Lindl: Blazing a Support Path for Creators and Learners

September 28, 2020

Around the world with a lifelong learning advocate. HONOREE PROFILE | by Victor Rivero With more than 15 years …

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Julie A. Evans: An Opportunity to Speak Up

September 25, 2020

Authentic feedback from those who really matter has been her longtime mission. HONOREE PROFILE | by Victor Rivero It all …

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Karen Taylor: Innovating to Help Millions Learn Language

September 24, 2020

HONOREE PROFILE | by Victor Rivero Karen Taylor is a visionary educator and leader who has helped to improve the …

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From 1 to 50 Million Users: Andrew Sutherland’s Edtech Startup ‘Overnight’ Success

September 24, 2020

Constant commitment to the student experience drives innovation at Quizlet and remains its founder’s mantra. HONOREE PROFILE | by Victor …

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Stu Sjouwerman Wants You to Know

September 23, 2020

Training people in the area of cybersecurity awareness while accelerating growth and reach are all part of the plan. HONOREE …

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Ryan Kerr: Usefully Applied

September 22, 2020

Long ago a teacher saw his potential and today the now-CEO/CTO continues to innovate. HONOREE PROFILE | by Victor Rivero …

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Online Learning is Here to Stay

September 01, 2020

Why universities must develop sustainable online degree programs. GUEST COLUMN | by Ronald Wagner Due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, …

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How Edtech Makes Hybrid or Blended Learning Possible

August 31, 2020

Insights from the chief product officer for one of the largest edtech companies. GUEST COLUMN | by Steve Halliwell For …

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C. Blohm & Associates: Embracing the Work

August 19, 2020

HONOREE PROFILE | by Victor Rivero With decades of experience in the education, special needs and workforce development industries, C. …

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On the Brink of the 2020 School Year

August 18, 2020

The president of academics for one of the nation’s leading providers of online education addresses our impending future. INTERVIEW …

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5 Considerations Before Going Back to Higher Ed “Normal”

August 10, 2020

Time, communication, and a few others will require some measured reflection. GUEST COLUMN | by Katelyn Denning When it comes …

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Cyber Strong Schools

August 06, 2020

How K-12 network administrators can ensure cybersecurity resilience. GUEST COLUMN | by Heather Paunet School districts around the world have …

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Keeping Learning Going with Dr. Benjamin Heuston

August 04, 2020

What’s it going to take to move learning forward, and ensure students are up to speed? INTERVIEW | by Victor …

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Cynthia Sistek-Chandler: Driven to Discover

July 14, 2020

The EdTech Leadership Award Winner for Higher Education shares her long (and interesting!) path forward. INTERVIEW | by Victor Rivero …

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Are You Ready? Behind the Scenes of Some Big Changes On the Way

June 25, 2020

Are school districts truly ready to stand up the technology support programs needed for large-scale distance learning? GUEST COLUMN | …

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Smarter, More Focused, and Still Managing It All

June 24, 2020

Revisiting a tech CEO on the digital transformation of education in these times. INTERVIEW | by Victor Rivero Last time …

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Back to (e)School Tactics Discussions with The Learning Counsel

June 23, 2020

No one knows for sure what will happen with the epidemic come Fall 2020, but one thing’s for sure: schools …

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