THE Journal: The Library as a Digital Learning Space

AV, Interactive & Collaborative Technologies for K-12 Education

1/11/2012

Spotlight

The Library as a Digital Learning Space
A high school in Connecticut is developing and honing a hybrid library that incorporates both traditional books and new digital technologies.
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FCC Broadband Plan Draws Critics
In a statement yesterday, FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski announced the expansion of the Universal Service Fund's Lifeline program to include broadband internet access for low-income, disadvantaged, and rural Americans. However, in response, the Civil and Human Rights Coalition expressed concern with the program's timeline and cost-controlling measures.
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Ed Tech News

Technology To Help Bridge Gap for North Carolina Preschoolers
Preschoolers in North Carolina's largest school district will now be able to use touchscreen computers in the classroom.
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CompassLearning, NWEA Expand Personalized Learning System To K-2
Personalized learning pathways will be available for students in grades K-2 with the expansion of a partnership between CompassLearning and the Northwest Evaluation Association.
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Casio To Rev Hybrid Laser/LED Projectors
Casio this week reported it's revamping its lineup of highly mobile projectors that use a hybrid light source based on lasers and LEDs.
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Charles County Schools Add Online Financial Training to Curriculum
Charles County Public Schools has adopted an online program designed to teach high school students financial literacy.
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MIT STEM Workshop Demos Free Math and Science Curriculum
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology recently hosted a workshop on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education that included a demonstration of a university project to create STEM focused videos that can be freely used in high school classes.
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Sonic Foundry's Mediasite Delivers Mobile Lecture Playback
Sonic Foundry has released a version of its lecture capture software that allows users to view presentations on their mobile devices.
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