DQC: States making progress on data privacy but need to address educator access Legislatures also need to look at more data protection training for teachers, report says. Sep 29, 2017
EdScoop College students in Rhode Island have saved nearly $900K on textbooks in a year Through the same initiative, over 40 professors in the state have adopted openly licensed textbooks. Sep 28, 2017 By Kate Roddy
EdScoop EdTech Hero: Jon Corippo revolutionizes professional development for administrators Corippo established the CUE Rock Star Camp Series to guide educators as they learn how to better utilize technology and engage their students. Sep 27, 2017
EdScoop Trump, tech companies pledge over $500 million to computer science education In an effort to meet the growing demand for skilled computer programmers, the public and private sector made complementary funding commitments. Sep 26, 2017 By Emily Tate
Research at the City University of New York may improve future census counts An interactive tool developed by the university is hoped to bring adequate federal funding to undercounted populations. Sep 26, 2017 By Kate Roddy
EdTech Hero: Candice Dodson, Indiana’s champion for blended learning Dodson introduced and implemented a program to make virtual school days part of the state's academic calendar. Sep 26, 2017 By Emily Tate
Microsoft’s new classroom solution to build on Office 365 for Education Microsoft 365 Education, available Oct. 1, will offer more advanced management, communication and security features — but at a price. Sep 25, 2017
Broadband imbalance: Students need internet for future success beyond school, expert says A report from the Brookings Institution showcases the country's rural-urban digital divide. Sep 21, 2017
Library of Congress introduces site to expand research through digital collections The Library’s ‘labs’ site crowdsources information to grow data sets, making research easier and more thorough for educators and students. Sep 19, 2017 By Kate Roddy
Over 6 million students still lack high-speed internet access, report finds But, in its annual report, nonprofit EducationSuperHighway reveals progress has been made toward closing the digital divide. Sep 19, 2017 By Emily Tate