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How instructional audio technology can reach more learners

Micah Ward -
In this school district, instructional audio "levels the playing field" for students, especially its English language learners.
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How E-Rate can fill ESSER’s gaps for technology services

Micah Ward -
Without pandemic relief, E-Rate, and a new federally funded pilot program for cybersecurity, can help districts sustain critical tech investments.
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How a school shooting impacted this leader’s approach to safety

Micah Ward -
In 2004, former special education teacher Michael Bennett was the victim of a gunshot wound by a student. Twenty years later, he's prioritizing safety as a superintendent.
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E-rate doesn’t pay for this important area of edtech—yet

Micah Ward -
Cybersecurity has soared to the top of most districts' top tech concerns. But IT leaders can't use an important source of federal funding, E-rate, to cover the increasing costs of protecting district data. 
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How educators can help shape the best edtech

Micah Ward -
It's this leader's job to ensure that new edtech products meet the demands and expectations of those using such technologies: the educators.
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5 promising ways AI improves instruction or administrative tasks

Micah Ward -
Additionally, a new report suggests LMS platforms are the "cornerstone of learning," followed by these popular technologies.
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Translating the Data: Ensuring Your Capital Planning Funds Are Cost Effective

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Date & Time: Wednesday, December 4 at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute ԹϺ Ed Talk, administrators will gain helpful advice on turning facilities data into actionable insights to avoid a common challenge in K-12 where districts increasingly struggle with translating data into effective capital planning decisions.

***Attendees will be able to safely download an Asset Investment Planning (AIP) Infographic and a comprehensive guide for capital planning, budgeting, and asset management.
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IT Challenges: Edtech Solutions for Safety and Cybersecurity in K12

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Date & Time: Thursday, November 21 at 4 p.m. ET

Join a live conversation with veteran district IT Leaders as they share their experiences navigating the complex IT landscape in K12 education. This expert panel will discuss pressing challenges like budget constraints, staffing shortages, and the evolving demands of leadership.
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4 ways to rethink edtech selection during a staff shortage

Alena Zachery-Ross -
Superintendents must introduce technology to advance student progress without exacerbating staff burnout. It’s a careful balance that requires rethinking edtech selection in four key ways.
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What do teachers value most in edtech? Time saved

Micah Ward -
"Time is of the essence," and edtech should be maximized to extend valuable instruction time, teachers say in a new report.
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With cyberattacks up, you need to know what poses the biggest security risk

Alcino Donadel -
While incognito hackers and dangerous malware tend to occupy our imagination when it comes to cybersecurity, one surprising stakeholder poses the biggest risk to cloud and on-premises infrastructure.
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What your teachers think about edtech and its impact

Micah Ward -
Unsurprisingly, the majority of teachers remain hesitant about AI and would like more guidance from leadership.
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6 strategies for addressing anonymous threats

Micah Ward -
The first step is building awareness about reporting to detect threats early and deter future anonymized threats, new guidance asserts.
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Take this leader’s advice on bringing AI to the classroom

Micah Ward -
Develop a position statement on AI rather than a policy. Then, train staff from the top down, advises Jeff McCoy, associate superintendent for academics at Greenville County Schools.
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3 cybersecurity risks leaders should focus on now

Micah Ward -
Along with four free and low-cost solutions from the FCC and Department of Education that leaders can implement now to address these risks.
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Technology in schools: Does it make us more or less human?

Quintin Shepherd -
As technology continues to evolve, we must remain vigilant in ensuring that it serves our ultimate goal: to help students and teachers become more human in an increasingly digital world.
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No ESSER? No problem. Tap into these new tech-centered programs

Micah Ward -
These new resources from the FCC help schools improve cybersecurity while providing students with internet connectivity at home. Here are some tips for applying.
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Deepfakes: Why they are now K12’s problem, too

Matt Zalaznick -
Students and teachers are now contending with "a substantial amount" of sexually explicit deepfakes and other troubling forms of what tech watchdogs call "non-consensual intimate imagery."
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Every school in California must now hang up on smartphones

Matt Zalaznick -
Districts in California have until July, 2026 to "limit or prohibit" smartphones in schools. Students will still be allowed to use their phones in the case of an emergency or in response to a perceived threat of danger.
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Reasons families want more help with AI from schools

Micah Ward -
Eighty-three percent of parents have heard nothing from their children's schools about AI, new research suggests.
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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Here are 4 ways to stay safe.

Matt Zalaznick -
The recently released CoSN 2024 State of EdTech Leadership Report identified cybersecurity as one of the five “key findings” regarding challenges facing school districts today.
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Ransomware isn’t setting records this year. But it’s still a big threat

Micah Ward -
In 2023, we saw a record-breaking number of ransomware attacks with 121 in total against K12 schools and higher education institutions.
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Q&A: New cybersecurity support is on its way to K12

Micah Ward -
Many schools don't have access to grant writers or adequate funding for cybersecurity. This new government council wants to change that.
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‘TGIF Time-saver’: Safety is once again a priority this year

Micah Ward -
A deadly school shooting and social media threats are causing disruptions to learning just weeks into the school year. How can leaders respond? Plus, a new look at teachers' impact on reading instruction.
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Edtech investments: 3 ways schools can make sure they work

Ryan Imbriale -
When asked what data priorities were top of mind in 2024 for K12 leaders, schools and districts indicated whole child analytics, learning analytics, data integration-as-a-service, and training on using data to make informed decisions.
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Micro-credentials have a place in K12. Here’s how to get started.

Micah Ward -
Micro-credentials can be awarded long before a student reaches college. In fact, they're a great way for leaders to ensure historically marginalized students earn employable skills and prerequisites.
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2 new ways novices can use AI to be more efficient

Micah Ward -
If you've been hesitant to tinker with AI for educational purposes, you're in luck. Here's how Turnitin is helping educators digitize their workflow.
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Exclusive: Access to data can make or break school safety

Micah Ward -
A new survey shared with ԹϺ sheds light on some of the most significant safety gaps impacting schools.
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A look at gun violence during the 2023-24 school year

Micah Ward -
Last school year, we witnessed a 31% increase in incidents of gunfire on school grounds compared to the year prior, Everytown for Gun Safety research reveals.
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Join CoSN/AASA for season 7 of the EmpowerED Superintendents edLeader Panel

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Season #7 beings on Monday, September 9, 2024, at 5 p.m. Eastern Time, with a focus on “Leading Education Technology Innovations: Current Challenges and Solutions."  
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Tackle these 4 big risks when experimenting with AI

Micah Ward -
Interactions with large language models feel conversational, which often causes users to assume that the technology "knows" or "understands" the particular topic at hand. However, this can make LLMs appear more "authoritative" than they are, a report contends.
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‘TGIF Time-saver’: Here is what keeps students coming to school

Micah Ward -
Student-teacher relationships play a strong role in reducing chronic absenteeism for high school students. What other indicators are there?
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AI-powered ransomware is inevitable. Heed this advice

Micah Ward -
In the next two years, AI-powered ransomware will be able to modify malware code in real time to avoid detection, predicts one expert. Here's what you can do to prepare.
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Beyond Automation: Protecting Sensitive Data & Adhering to Best Practices in Document Management

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Date & Time: Tuesday, September 17th at 2 pm ET

Join us for an insightful webinar to explore the successful strategies and processes implemented by Katy Independent School District to automate student records and registration processes. Learn how Katy ISD increased staff capacity to safely manage sensitive student information and adhere to state standards for public school records management.
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Why K12 is more vulnerable to ransomware than you think

Micah Ward -
Ransomware attacks against the education sector are up 25% over the past year, new research shows. Here's what to expect this school year.
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