K-12 Technology News

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Compromised On-Premises Accounts Cited in 3 of 4 Attacks in Education Sector

In 75% of cyberattacks targeting education organizations over the last 12 months, IT and security managers cited compromised on-premises accounts as the cause, according to research from cybersecurity vendor Netwrix.

Registration Opens for CISA's 2023 Summit on K-12 School Safety and Security Set for Nov. 1-2

Registration is now open for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s virtual National Summit on K–12 School Safety and Security on Nov. 1–2, 2023, designed for K–12 education leaders and safety stakeholders from local, state, and federal levels, the agency said in a news release.

Funds For Learning Unveils Expanded Versions of E-rate Manager Tool for States, Service Providers

E-rate compliance services firm Funds For Learning has expanded its E-rate Manager analytics tool, launching E-rate Manager Advanced and Enterprise versions to help state coordinators and service providers better manage their districts’ E-rate activities, FFL said in a news release.

Amplio Special Education Accepting Spring 2024 Speech Language Innovation Grant Applications

Special education learning solutions company Amplio is now accepting applications for its Speech-Language Innovation Grant, to begin during the Spring 2024 semester and conclude at the end of July 2024. The application deadline is Oct. 20, 2023.

USGBC Opens 2024 Best of Green Schools Awards Program

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is now accepting nominations for the 2024 Best of Green Schools Awards program, sponsored by the Center for Green Schools (part of the USGBC) and the nonprofit Green Schools National Network.

More High School Grads Rejecting 4-Year College Pathway

A higher percentage of high school graduates than in prior years are turning away from pursuing a four-year college degree, according to a new report.

Renaissance Analytics Adds New Metrics Capabilities

Data analytics and learning assessment company Renaissance has enhanced its interface and upgraded features and metrics for several products within its Analytics platform. This can give administrators and educators insights into student performance and needed interventions across a school district. These upgrades come at no extra charge for existing Renaissance customers.

Cybersecurity, AI Policy Top List of State Ed Tech Priorities

New survey results from the State Education Technology Directors Association underscore the importance of collaboration across agencies and school districts as cybersecurity and AI pose the biggest unmet challenges for public education.

Brainly Adds AI-Powered Tools to Its Platform

Homework help learning platform Brainly has introduced AI-powered tools to its lineup, including AI Tutor, AI-powered answers, and other features that students can transition between quickly and easily. They can get instant support from the AI tutor or from human tutors in real time.

Atari Founder Announces New K–12 Educational Gaming Company ExoDexa

Subjects being developed for game modules include chemistry and physics, math, language arts, and history. The platform contains curriculum aligned-content and extracurricular skill development, the company said.

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