T.H.E. SmartClassroom :: May 14, 2009 -- THE Journal

Spotlight

Technology's Impact on Learning Outcomes: Can It Be Measured?
The ongoing debate on the effectiveness of technology use for student learning outcomes still seems to have no clear answers. Some will say technology is highly effective for students; others will say technology has had no measurable impact on outcomes. Why is this, and what can be done about it? More

Online School Pilots Cloud Services
The state-funded Minnesota Online High School is piloting a cloud computing initiative to provide its students and teachers with virtual desktops. More
Georgia Christian Prep School Launches Program To Teach Digital Product Engineering
In a move to integrate practical instruction in technological development with traditional college preparatory academics, Savannah Christian Preparatory School of Savannah, GA, has launched a rudimentary digital manufacturing course for high school students. More
NASA Opens INSPIRE Program to High Schoolers
NASA is now accepting applications for its Interdisciplinary National Science Program Incorporating Research Experience (INSPIRE), a program for high school students interested in pursuing STEM careers. More
2 Virtual Schools Launching in California
Two new virtual academies are launching in California, both providing tuition-free online education for middle school and high school students. More
State Finalists Named in Middle School Green Challenge
The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA), Discovery, and the Siemens Foundation have announced the state finalists in the "Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge." The initiative called on K-12 students to develop green solutions for their schools, homes, and communities. More

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New OpenAI Swarm Framework Offers Open Source Tool for Multi-Agent AI Networks

OpenAI has introduced a new open source framework for the development and management of multi-agent AI systems that can collaborate autonomously to perform tasks.
Rubrik Data Protection Platform Upgrade Offers Speedier Threat Hunting

Data security specialist Rubrik is upgrading its data protection platform to offer quicker recoveries in the familiar backup & recovery process.
Call for Speakers Now Open for Tech Tactics in Education: Thriving in the Age of AI

The annual virtual conference from the producers of Campus Technology and THE Journal will return on May 7, 2025, with a focus on AI, cybersecurity, and student success.
Los Angeles Unified School District Adopts VR Learning Platform, Resources

Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) recently announced a partnership with Avantis Education to bring educational virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) solution ClassVR to its students. A news release reports that the district has already deployed more than 16,000 ClassVR headsets as part of the Los Angeles Unified Instructional Technology Initiative.

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