ResourceHub Category: IT Administrators

How to find the right educational technology for schools
Schools are under constant pressure to invest in tools that support a wide range of priorities, making the search for the right edtech for schools more complex than ever. In education, […]
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What is an EDLA-certified device and do I need one?
Think about how much time you’ve spent trying to get technology to interface with other tech. From setting up a presentation to getting an audio file to play, we’ve all […]
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Flexible or all-in-one? Choose the right interactive panel solution for your needs
In today’s world, interactive flat panel displays (IFPDs) are indispensable in classrooms, conference rooms, and other collaborative environments. As technologies evolve, organizations face a key decision—should they invest in a […]
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Georgia district uses interactive technology to unlock student potential and inspires teacher enthusiasm
Located in north central Georgia, Newton County Schools (NCS) may be more than 200 miles from the Atlantic coastline, but that hasn’t kept Kristin Carter’s first grade class from getting […]
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South Carolina students explore the world from the comfort of their classrooms
In the summer of 2022, Darlington County School District (DCSD) experienced an edtech overhaul. With 21 schools, approximately 10,000 students, and 950 rooms, outfitting the large South Carolina district with […]
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Teacher-centric approach to edtech transforms Virginia schools
Tucked among the serene, rolling Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia are four schools that make up Nelson County Public Schools (NCPS). This rural division is small enough that its 1,400 […]
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Southern Arizona district brings historic schools into the 21st century
Founded in 1867, Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) is the first district established in Arizona, 45 years before the territory became a state. Today, it’s the largest in Southern Arizona, […]
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What should student data really be used for?
Today, personal information is constantly being collected and schools are no different. There are two types of student data commonly being harvested; performance information collected by teachers and held by […]
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Digital literacy in the classroom: How important is it?
The digital world offers tremendous benefits to us all. It provides platforms that allow us to connect and collaborate. It opens up opportunities to learn about new and important issues, […]
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Top five IT challenges for schools
Today’s educational leaders recognize the role technology can play in helping them meet their strategic aims and attainment targets. In reality, edtech is not always being used as effectively as […]
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How to get the best value from ICT investments
Schools often find that IT budgets are first to be stretched, with new, expensive tech deemed a lower strategic priority. Some schools are in the position to upgrade their technology […]
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From projector to panel
After 14 years, Watertown City school district updated outdated technology to help make the school day easier and more engaging Jeffrey Wood, director of technology/cyber security and innovation for Watertown […]
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Are Promethean boards obsolete?
As students break for the summer, educators are in the classroom weighing changes and improvements for the new school year. In the middle of the furthest wall in the room […]
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Teacher turned IT
Perspective from both sides of the panel “On a good day with teaching there’s nothing like it, working with kids,” said Patrick Sullivan, director of technology for Rome City school […]
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ActivInspire 3.0 launches with a fresh look and enhanced features
Highlights of ActivInspire 3.0 include enhanced performance, updated visuals, and an improved user interface. Replacing the dashboard, a new homepage welcomes teachers to the program as it launches. Changes to […]
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How has edtech supported social-emotional learning this year?
Is your school district struggling to find time to implement social-emotional learning (SEL)? If yes, you’re not alone. A study conducted in 2020 shows 59% of teachers don’t feel like […]
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How do educators feel about tech this year?
After several very challenging years in and out of the classroom, it may seem like there’s more “normalcy” in schools recently—but is this true? As an ever-evolving industry, education is […]
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Transformation is happening. Here’s how you can be a part of it.
Judging from our 2022/2023 State of Technology in Education Report, the evidence is clear: school communities everywhere are on a transformation journey. A journey led by students—digital natives who believe […]
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2023 State of Technology in Education Report: The benefits of reflection in education
Reflecting on schoolwork is a core part of the learning process. Unfortunately, students are often left to do this on their own, without educators dedicating time to structured reflection in […]
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Evaluating interactive smart panels: the checklist
A healthy edtech ecosystem is one that’s right-sized for your school and district, future-proofed for years to come, and tailored to the community of teachers, students and administrators who rely […]
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Dedicated technology director leaves a lasting legacy in Cherokee County
John James, director of information technology at Cherokee County School District (CCSD), knew that technology was the means for keeping students engaged in learning, and he was deeply committed to […]
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The not-so-hidden gems of ActivPanel 9
On a project with as many moving parts as the engineering of our all-new flagship ActivPanel 9, everybody has a feature that becomes especially significant to them. These details and […]
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How to tell an edtech fad from a top tool
Edtech changes as much as the education landscape it supports, with new tools released and trends popping up all the time. While this offers school IT administrators a bounty of […]
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How do IT administrators feel about tech in their schools?
The benefits of technology on the teaching and learning experience are widely recognized. Edtech proved its value when schools were required to adapt to hybrid and remote learning—and it continues […]
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