Tech & Cybersecurity

AI focus is shifting from cheating to better learning

Educators will have to take the lead on setting strategy as state guidance on artificial intelligence's use in education remains "ambiguous and underdeveloped," a new analysis says

Bridging the digital divide with more Wi-Fi and tighter security

The FCC added school bus Wi-Fi to the list of eligible E-rate services, and has put forth proposals to enhance off-campus connectivity and advanced cybersecurity protections for K12 students.

Kids rely on adults to teach them about AI, survey says

Superintendents themselves say they're unequipped to lead their district's AI policy implementation. How do kids feel about the technology?

Edtech funding dips closer to pre-pandemic levels after skyrocketing in 2021

Artificial intelligence, however, served as a significant buffer to this drop in funding as edtech providers continue to integrate the technology for "copilot" tools, autograders and more.

How to create PD for AI in the classroom

Artificial intelligence is here to stay, and with the right instruction and support, it can excite teachers and enrich students’ learning.

K12 tech leaders lean in on sustaining 1:1 initiatives

Ninety percent of K12 technology leaders say they predict a surge in IT asset management workloads in 2024, according to new research. Here's what to expect.

Here is what could dash superintendents’ high hopes for AI

Superintendents believe AI can make teachers' jobs easier, improve educators' ability to meet students' special needs and accelerate learning across the board—as long as educators get more comprehensive training.

Schools in one state might get big incentives to ban cellphones

Larger Oklahoma districts could get an extra $1 million in state funding under a new proposal while another measure would cover the costs of banning cellphones.

6 trends that are driving change and innovation in K12

The rapid development of edtech tools and the emergence of artificial intelligence are perfect examples. But which innovations specifically are driving student learning and empowering educators in 2024?

6 reasons K12 is more vulnerable to cyberattacks—and 4 ways to avoid them

Since the explosion of edtech and IT infrastructure during the pandemic, cybercriminals have more opportunities than ever to attack. Here's what to look out for.

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