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THE News Update
What You Need To Know Now
4/10/2012
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News & Issues

  • Intel Reveals Multi-OS 'Studybook' Tablet for Education

    Intel is launching a new tablet reference design geared specifically for K-12 education. The "studybook," as it's called, is capable of running both Google's Android (Honeycomb) operating system and Microsoft Windows 7.

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  • SaaS Expenditures To Reach $15 Billion This Year

    Organizations are putting more of their IT budgets into software as a service (SaaS). According to a report from market research firm Gartner, spending on SaaS will reach nearly $15 billion this year and will grow to more than $22 billion in 2015.

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  • $1.3 Million in STEM Grants Available to Ohio Educators, Others

    The Dominion Foundation, part of Dominion Resources, one of the largest energy companies in the country, is currently accepting applications for $1.3 million in grants for programs that help students studying science, technology, engineering and math.

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  • Argosy U Prof Takes Helm at ASCD

    ASCD, a membership organization that provides professional development resources for educators, elected a new president and board members at its annual conference in March. It also presented awards to affiliate organizations.

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Professional Resources

  • Resource Center Provides Cost-Conscious Laptop Options
    Sponsored by: Dell
    Find the perfect laptop model that fits your needs at our Resource Center for Laptops in K-12 Classrooms. Learn how you can display presentations on-the-go, keep small groups connected, and get more done anytime, anywhere.

  • Protecting Networks From BYOD Associated Threats
    Sponsored by: EdgeWave
    Computer and internet use in K-12 schools has evolved from a "nice to have" into a "must have" as educators, parents and school boards recognize how an engaging and individualized curriculum can enrich the student learning experience and improve standardized test scores.
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