K-12 Educational Technology News

All news articles from the THE Journal editorial team, in chronological order.


Common Core Falters in Michigan

Michigan has taken the first steps in what could result in the end of Common Core in the state. The version of the budget passed by the House this week prohibits the Michigan Department of Education from allocating funding for the implementation of the standards. The Michigan House also has a separate bill in committee that, if eventually ratified, would formally withdraw the state from Common Core.

Schoology Adds IMS LTI Compliant Integration

Schoology users can now access external learning tools and resources right from the platform.

STEM Education Company Offers Summer Data-Collection Training for Educators

Summer training program aims to help educators integrate data-collection technology into their science curriculum.

Texas' Ridgegate Elementary Sticks with Digital Intervention Tools for Math and Literacy

A school in Texas has gone public with its use of a district-purchased set of products to help kids with their math and reading proficiency.

Edgenuity Launches Suite of Blended Courses

Blended learning solutions provider Edgenuity has released a new suite of courses in math, English language arts, and career explorations for middle school students.

Sony Expanding Educator Ambassador Program; Handing Out Tablets

Sony is opening up its Educator Ambassador (SEA) program to new applicants, and looking for educators from all walks of life. Those selected will receive a new tablet and travel costs to attend the ISTE conference in June.

Scholastic Platform Delivers Learning Programs for Global Regions

Scholastic Learning Zone provides teachers across the globe with access to instructional programs offering material appropriate for their respective regions.

eInstruction Rolls Out Entry-Level Clicker

eInstruction has released a new entry-level model in its line of radio-frequency classroom clickers.

Varsity Tutors now Accepts Bitcoin Payments

Varsity Tutors, a provider of in-person and online tutoring services, will now accept Bitcoin as payment in an effort to reduce credit card and bank transfer fees for international customers.

Starboard Adds 3 New Hybrid Storage Systems to Product Lineup

Starboard Storage Systems has launched an updated version of the Starboard operating system, Starboard OS 3.2, as well as three new hybrid storage systems: Starboard AC2000, AC4000, and AC4500.

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