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Nationally, school building projects have a budget that has a multi-billion dollar price tag, with additional billions dedicated to communications and audiovisual technologies. This significant investment, coupled with more money allocated for educational technology updates by school districts, marks a transformative period in educational infrastructure. With the stakes high, it’s interesting test to see…
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Revolutionizing Audio Technology for Classroom Acoustics Will Foster and Improve Inclusive Education
The integration of advanced audio technology in K-12 education is proving to be a pivotal evolution, particularly for enhancing learning environments for all students, including those with special needs or hearing impairments. Currently, classrooms across the nation vary too widely from each other. From some schools having state-of-the-art facilities, to others in outdated buildings…
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Schools Must Dig Deep with Root Cause Analysis to Truly Tackle Absenteeism
As the U.S. grapples with a rising tide of chronic absenteeism in schools, a phenomenon exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, educational leaders are faced with a pivotal challenge. With the shift to online learning during the pandemic, students and parents questioned the efficacy and necessity of traditional schooling structures, leading to increased absentee rates…
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Combining Robotics and AI in Schools is a Sufficient Introduction to Prepare Students for a Tech-Centric Future
Could robotics and AI (artificial intelligence) be the combination students need for a tech-centric future? As the world enters a future deeply entwined with AI, it’s more crucial than ever that future generations are raised to be creators, not just consumers. While introducing AI and STEM concepts might seem overwhelming for youngsters, some…
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Digital Signage Investments in Schools Help Inform On-Campus Happenings, Such as Notification of an Active Shooter
Gone are the days when digital signage investments on college campuses was merely a rotating carousel of event announcements and cafeteria menus. Today, thanks to advances in technology and data analytics, these screens are transforming into interactive hubs that offer customized experiences, wayfinding, and even safety information. Beyond acting as virtual billboards, they…
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Student Achievement Executive Functioning
As the 2023-2024 academic season begins, educators, researchers, and parents are scratching their heads about a troubling trend: a continued slide in academic achievement. While many point to the pandemic as the culprit, a deeper, less-visible issue may be at play. Educational researchers have shown that a student’s executive functioning–their ability to plan, focus, and…
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Saving Young Lives: School’s Role In Youth Suicide Prevention
The rise in adolescent suicides is an alarming trend, gaining global attention in recent years. Youth and young adults ages 10-24 comprise 15% of suicide deaths in the United States and are the second leading cause of death amongst this age group. Amidst these grim statistics, the essential role of educational institutions in youth…