Some FETC educators were treated to a day outside of the session rooms and visited Miami-Dade County Public Schools' leading programs, including MAST Academy, a maritime-focused, grades 6 through 12 school on the shores of Biscayne Bay.
From podcasts and esports to school safety and operational efficiency, District Administration provided insight for a wide range of ed tech topics in 2019.
Teaching online safety strategies is key to ensuring that educators and students leave positive digital footprints, says DA guest columnist and featured FETC speaker Matthew X. Joseph.
More K-12 leaders are choosing to install facial recognition in schools despite public opposition and research that casts doubt on the technology's effectiveness.
Lots of attention is paid to protecting students on school grounds but ensuring their safety while being transported to and from school is just as essential.
Using tech to identify potential threats or safety concerns early is a key component of the school safety plan at West Rusk County Consolidated ISD in Texas, says Technology Director Cody Walker, a DA guest columnist.
