Disucssion of a webcast entitled "Major Technology Trends that School District CTOs Must Know."
Some brain scientists are wondering if daily exposure to digital technology will alter how the brain works.
An analysis of 173 studies of the effects of media on children's health was recently released. 80% of the studies found a negative link between health outcomes and hours engaged with media.
A review of the recent National Center for Technology Innovation's 2008 Technology Innovators Conference. Assisstive technology for people with disabilities was a focus of the conference and both educators and technology developers were called on to look for tools that can help all those with disabilities to achieve their dreams.
A brief look at the potential benefits of teenagers spending more time online with a link to a full summary of findings of the Digital Youth Project by the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation.
Elementary and middle schoolers came together in Virginia yesterday in a competition for Lego robots designed, built, and programmed by the students.
Schools across the country are offering online office hours. They provide both individuals and groups of students to have greater flexibility in communicating with professors outside of the classroom.
Employers are increasingly looking for employees who demonstrate effective 21st century skills, such as collaborative problem-solving and critical thinking. Even if schools add instruction in this skills to their curricula, they may prove difficult to assess.
A look at common traits of successful online teachers
Online grading systems are increasingly used throughout the country. They allow both parents and students to keep track of their grades and assignments online and have the potential to foster parental involvement in their child's educational progress.