Articles by tag: remote learning
Gone are the days when homeschooling your children was a radical move. Today, more and more parents are choosing to educate their children at home, fueling the rise of homeschooling in the U.S. According to a new joint analysis by the Associated Press and researchers from Stanford University, a whopping 1.2 million K-12 schoolchildren remain […]
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Setting Standards for Virtual Classrooms of the Future
96-student dvLED concave video walls feature a groundbreaking design for a unique learning environment at a World-Renowned University Overview Approached by McCann Systems for a world-renowned university, Peerless-AV® was tasked with installing (2) custom direct view LED (dvLED) video wall systems alongside Unilumin. In January 2019, the university wanted to create remote learning classroom […]
Education & EdTech
AT&T Launches The Achievery to Enhance the K-12 Virtual Learning Experience
The inequities of the digital divide and its impact on low-income students became mainstream news during the pandemic. The overnight shift to a national lockdown requiring students to attend school virtually put a spotlight on the lack of internet access across the U.S. In fact, “one in five teens, ages 13 to 17, reported […]
Education & EdTech
EdTech Providers Join Forces to Democratize Options for Hybrid Learning
Hybrid learning, meaning the use of technology to make alternatives to standard, in-classroom learning available, is nothing new. However, the pandemic has created an urgent need for more and more diverse hybrid learning options that work for both teachers and students. According to Duncan Peberdy of Learn From Anywhere, many colleges and universities have […]
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How One El Paso District Found Significant Online Learning Success
Location: El Paso, Texas. Place: Clint ISD (independent school district.) Time: 2019. Even before the pandemic shuttered classrooms across the country and left school districts searching for online solutions, Clint ISD began preparing for a comprehensive communication solution that would unknowingly benefit students when the pandemic struck. Mark Jones, Vice President of Sales at FrontRow, […]
EdTech Today
For Some Students A Remote Setup Meant Learning Gains
New research released today by the Center for Public Research and Leadership (CPRL) at Columbia University finds that digitally accessible, high-quality instructional materials designed to bring students, families and educators together increased student learning and engagement during the COVID-19 pandemic. The research reveals possibilities for sustained partnership between schools and families moving forward. Despite challenges […]
Education & EdTech
What We Take With Us And What We Leave Behind in K-12 Education
The last year has asked more of educators and the technology that empowers them to serve learners than ever before. Now, with the dust finally settling after a year of hurried remote learning setups, conversations about hybrid solutions and more, it’s time to figure out exactly how the education industry will move forward in […]
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Beyond Sound: MTX Audio’s Integration in Polaris Slingshot Pushes the Boundaries of In-Vehicle Entertainment
The MTX Audio-enhanced Polaris Slingshot features a groundbreaking audio system that includes two MTX 75 Series 12” subwoofers and MTX Signature Series 3-way component speakers, powered by robust MTX amplifiers. An Apple® iPad® mini, seamlessly integrated into the custom dashboard, acts as the source unit. This high-powered setup ensures an immersive audio experience that […]
Unleash the Power of Sound: MTX Audio’s Sound System Takes the Polaris RZR to New Heights
The Blue Thunder Edition Polaris RZR XP 4 Turbo, a masterpiece crafted by MTX Audio in collaboration with Polaris, showcases an exceptional blend of high-performance off-roading and state-of-the-art sound system integration. The RZR features an advanced MTX Audio system designed to deliver superior sound quality even in the most rugged environments. The Blue Thunder […]
The Power of BoxLight Technologies Transforms Clayton County Public Schools
The landscape of education has seen much evolution and school districts like Clayton County Public Schools have emerged as a beacon of innovation and commitment to student achievement, thanks to the leadership of Dr. Anthony Smith, district staff, educators, and the BoxLight team. Recognizing the central role of technology in modern learning, the district […]
Amp Up Your Off-Road Adventure: MTX Delivers Unmatched Audio Experiences for UTVs & ATVs!
In the rapidly growing off-road adventure market, MTX Audio has set a new standard for audio experiences in UTVs and ATVs, becoming a preferred supplier for leading vehicle manufacturers. The collaboration with these manufacturers underscores the superior quality of MTX Audio’s sound systems, which are designed to enhance the enjoyment of the ATV and […]
Why EdTech Investment Activity Is Breaking Records In 2021
Celebrating the leaders and experts that are powering education into the future, host JW Marshall sets out to ask the “right questions” in EdTech to understand the changes in policy and technology that will power our universities, tradeschools, and companies – and drive growth in upskilling certifications. Every six months or so, we host Tony Wan, […]
Summit Insights: What the Return of In-Person Events Means for EdTech
It’s been a long time since we’ve seen a slate full of in-person events, conferences and more – but that’s beginning to change. With the ASU+GSV Summit on the horizon and other events and trade shows popping up around the globe, there’s bound to be an impact on the edtech industry. To find out […]
Hybrid Learning Models are Here to Stay Post-Pandemic. Two experts weigh in.
As schools across the country wrap up another unusual school year, most K-12 education is still being facilitated with remote learning. However, educators are beginning to see the long-term value in a hybrid approach to teaching, according to AT&T’s* 2021 Future of School Report released today. 94% of teachers are open to the idea […]
Why Learner-Centric Content Gets Better Engagement
Celebrating the leaders and experts that are powering education into the future, host JW Marshall sets out to ask the “right questions” in EdTech to understand the changes in policy and technology that will power our universities, tradeschools, and companies – and drive growth in upskilling certifications. As our education systems begin returning to a ‘new […]
Achieving Hands-On Learning in Distance-Learning Environments
If there’s anyone qualified to speak to the strategies that work best for students in remote and virtual learning scenarios, it’s Micah Copeland, Elementary Principal at North Carolina Cyber Academy. The Academy’s mission is to “empower children with knowledge, skills and character traits to be successful in their education through an engaging, personalized learning […]
Are Virtual Field Trips Going to Remain Relevant Post-Pandemic?
Virtual field trips or expeditions have gained in popularity in recent years, and the COVID-19 global pandemic has given the concept a boost as schools and now parents scramble to bring relevant, stimulating learning experiences out of the classroom and into their pupils’ new reality. Now, a year into the pandemic, classrooms are beginning to reopen, […]
EdTech Needs to Embrace Parents Post-Pandemic
Not even one month into his new role as Chief Strategy Officer at ParentSquare and Chad Stevens has created the first and possibly most important edtech acronym for 2021. In this episode of EdTech Today, Chad drops the particulars of Parent Relationship Management (PRM) and how the present technologies that kept families connected to schools […]
Transforming The Future Of Education Through Student Engagement And Personalized Learning
As the world continues to wage a war against the coronavirus, American students struggle to keep up with their lessons and maintain a quality education. Although there are many teachers putting in their utmost effort to uplift their students, the fact is that there are still some that fall through the cracks of our educational […]
How to Keep Students Engaged During Remote Learning
Educators understand the unique challenges of keeping students engaged in a classroom. However, committing to a remote learning curriculum in the middle of a pandemic is something entirely different. With additional challenges like countless distractions, mental fatigue and more thrown into the mix, it’s no wonder that student engagement overall is beginning to wane. To […]