5 levers that can unlock smarter demand for education technology
Here are five emerging demand-driven efforts with the potential to tackle the disconnect between technology’s immense possibility and where it’s currently falling short.
Mar 29, 2018
Topics: Software & Hardware
Can digital also mean low-tech? Yes, and it can enhance teaching
In today's tech-focused world, we often fixate on the biggest technologies. But this often misses some of the most impactful and powerful low-tech solutions to improving teaching and learning.
Feb 20, 2018
Social Capital
Disrupting opportunity gaps will hinge on networks
Society is passing up entire reservoirs of latent innovation potential in the next generation. Luckily there are new tools that can help disrupt opportunity gaps.
Dec 14, 2017
Social Capital
New research answers whether technology is good or bad for learning
Is technology good or bad for education? New research out of MIT helps answer the question. Spoiler alert: It depends, but at least it's predictable.
Nov 14, 2017
From maverick to mainstream: Takeaways from the 2017 Blended and Personalized Learning Conference
In this report, we share seven key tips that emerged from leading innovators at the 2017 Blended and Personalized Learning Conference.
Oct 16, 2017
How to leverage $200 million toward computer science—and rethink school as we know it
The Trump administration announced an initiative to expand students’ access to STEM and computer science. With a little creativity, initiatives like this offer an inroad to a much bigger rethinking of school as we know...
Sept 26, 2017
Challenging harmful stereotypes about edtech
Partnerships between edtech vendors and teachers need not always raise red flags. They can be crucial in developing high-quality education technology.
Sept 14, 2017
We need to change the teacher vs. technology narrative
Machines won't replace teachers, so let's shift our discussion to how technology can amplify high-quality teaching.
Aug 10, 2017
Help students hold themselves accountable
By helping students become proficient in setting their own goals and then following through, teachers can help students hold themselves accountable.
Aug 3, 2017
Personalized & Blended Learning
Give students individual feedback
More frequent and targeted feedback can help students and teachers alike. Heather looks at how new feedback structures are driving personalized learning.
May 25, 2017
Personalized & Blended Learning