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Sustaining 1-2-1 Programs By Selling School Devices

By Erik Ofgang published 8 June 23

Peter Robinson, Technology Director at Auburn School Department, explains how his district makes its 1-2-1 program sustainable by selling devices before any are worthless.

Building a Computer Science Program

By Sascha Zuger published 1 June 23

Best Practices to Build a Computer Science Program

She Was Discriminated Against as a Black Woman in Edtech. She Succeeded Anyway

By Erik Ofgang published 23 May 23

Lorrie Owens is the first female and still the only Black woman to lead the technology division of a county office of education in California. Here is her story.

What Schools Leaders Need to Know About Embracing AI

By Matthew X. Joseph published 15 May 23

AI will transform education in many ways and school leaders need to be on board and driving the evolution of education

5 Tips for Creating a Data Privacy Day in Your School

By Sascha Zuger published 10 May 23

A data privacy day in your school can help raise awareness regarding the importance of protecting students’ online presence

Forget SAMR. This Educator’s Model is All About Creating Rather Than Consuming

By Erik Ofgang published 5 May 23

Mike Afdahl would like to see SAMR evolve into a model where students are creators rather than consumers of knowledge.

Best Practices for Implementing STEM Resources

By Sascha Zuger published 24 April 23

What to consider when implementing a variety of STEM programs and products into a classroom

The Need for AI PD

By Erik Ofgang published 21 April 23

Educators need training on how to effectively incorporate artificial intelligence into their teaching practice, says Lance Key, an award-winning educator.

4 Cybersecurity Tips for Schools

By Erik Ofgang published 17 April 23

Cybersecurity tips for securing your school or district's website from award-winning technology director Emmanuel Ajanma

building CTE pathways with local businesses

Building CTE Pathways Between Schools and Local Businesses

By Erik Ofgang published 4 April 23

Award-winning superintendent Tom Burton shares how Princeton City Schools has built CTE partnerships with more than 500 local businesses.

5 Ways to Spread Kindness In Your School

By Sascha Zuger published 14 March 23

Inspired by local legend Fred Rogers, students in South Allegheny Schools spread kindness in their school and beyond

4 Strategies to Overcome Bus Driver Shortages

By Erik Ofgang published 7 March 23

Award-winning superintendent Dr. Scott Van Der Aa shares how his district overcame bus driver shortages.

Gamifying Teacher Training

By Ian Peterkin published 28 February 23

Gamifying teacher training at the Laguna Unified School District allows educators to earn cash prizes, explains award-winning chief technology officer Michael Morrison.

4 Strategies for Tech-Savvy Teaching

By Erik Ofgang published 27 February 23

Tips for tech-savvy teaching in the classroom from two award-winning educators

Onboarding and Orientation for Teachers

By Erik Ofgang published 22 February 23

Tips for effective onboarding and orientation for teachers and school staff from recent Tech & Learning leadership award winner Jenith Mishne

What is Ubermix? The School-Centric Operating System Explained by Its Developer

By Erik Ofgang published 13 February 23

Edtech leader Jim Klein developed Ubermix to create an affordable way to provide students with robust computing power.

What Does It Mean to Be Innovative?

By Carl Hooker published 11 January 23

Using Failure and Risk-taking to Unlock Creativity and Innovation

Being a Student-Centric Technology Leader

By Erik Ofgang published 6 January 23

Award-winning educator Michael Marassa says one of the keys to being a successful chief technology officer is putting the needs of students and teachers first.