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About K12HSN  CENIC Today Monday, July 7th, 2008CENIC's Monthly Newsletter July 2008 is now available. In this newsletter, you'll find information about what's on the horizon for CENIC's Associates, CalREN, etc...  CalREN Update Monday, July 7th, 2008During the past months, CENIC has continued to work with K12HSN, the K-12 segment and telecommunications service providers on upgrades to a significant number of SONET circuits, all of which will be migrated to Gigabit connections. ISTE, NEA Tackle Role of Feds in Education Thursday, July 3rd, 2008THE journal: What should the role of the federal government be in education? NEA and ISTE have each begun developing their positions on the question in the hopes of influencing the next administration and Congress to embrace significant policy changes. Calisphere Themed Collections Featured in edZone Thursday, July 3rd, 2008K12HSN has partnered with the California Digital Library (CDL) in an effort to promote awareness and increase usage of Calisphere's rich resources among California K-12 teachers.  Great Public Schools For Every Student by 2020 Thursday, July 3rd, 2008National Education Association: In its new policy paper, NEA proposes a "new balance" in the partnership among federal, state, and local leaders. More than 17,600 attend NECC 2008 in San Antonio Thursday, July 3rd, 2008eSchool News: More than 17,600 educators and exhibit personnel attended the 29th Annual National Educational Computing Conference (NECC), held in San Antonio, June 29 through July 2, at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. Agencies Bring K-12 Education Content to iTunes U Wednesday, July 2nd, 2008THE Journal: For more than a year now, iTunes U has served as a repository of educational multimedia content. While these materials have always been accessible to K-12 educators, the focus of the content has been primarily on post-secondary education... Californians and Information Technology Wednesday, July 2nd, 2008PPIC: More people are shopping and getting news online -- yet the digital divide widens. As Californians broaden their use of the web, Latino and low-income residents are getting left behind. Ed Dept: Guide for Evaluating Online Learning Wednesday, July 2nd, 2008Education Week: The U.S. Department of Education today released its first guide to the evaluation of online-learning programs in K-12 education. States to design own plans for fixing schools Tuesday, July 1st, 2008eSchool News: Formative assessment throughout the school year and better training for school leaders are among the plans for turning around sub-par schools that six states will try under a pilot program this year. Online Learning for At-Risk Students & Credit Rec Tuesday, July 1st, 2008NACOL Releases Second in Promising Practices in Online Learning Series: Using Online Learning for At-Risk Students and Credit Recovery. Awareness Building Key in Advancing Online Safety Tuesday, July 1st, 2008ISTE: Attendees of the International Society for Technology in Education's National Educational Computing Conference received tools and tips on Internet safety at a town hall-style meeting. ISTE unveils new tech standards for teachers Tuesday, July 1st, 2008eSchool News: Schools looking for a framework to help guide their teachers' use of technology in the classroom have a new resource at their disposal: ISTE has issued new technology standards for teachers. Report Reveals Growing Momentum in Online Learning Tuesday, July 1st, 2008CNN: Blackboard and Project Tomorrow released the results of a survey that demonstrates growing momentum in online learning, providing data on its continued growth in schools to support student learning and professional development for teachers ISTE Emphasizes Transformative Power of Technology Monday, June 30th, 2008Capitalizing on the power of technology to transform education was the resounding message from Trina Davis, ISTE president, during the opening session of the 29th annual NECC conference. Vendors target education with new AV products Monday, June 30th, 2008eSchool News: Technology for delivering audio, video, and other school presentations must be affordable and simple to use if it is to transform teaching and learning: That was one of the predominant themes at this year's InfoComm conference. ISTE Public Policy Brief on Student Achievement Monday, June 30th, 2008ISTE launched the first of three new public policy briefs at NECC 2008 in San Antonio. Focused on technology and student achievement, it explores current research as well as the effects of access and equity and the implications for global competitiveness Blogging NECC 2008 Monday, June 30th, 2008Gail Desler is providing coverage of the new technologies introduced at the NECC conference. Find out more about the new education technologies that will impact your school. Questions and Answers on E-Rate Application Monday, June 30th, 2008CPUC: Questions and Answers on E-Rate Application to California Teleconnect Fund (CTF) - eligible Services NECC 2008 Video-on-Demand & Podcasts are available Monday, June 30th, 2008ISTE: For those who couldn't attend the 2008 NECC Conference, Keynote sessions, and several Spotlight and Lecture sessions will be archived for video-on-demand viewing. Several sessions or events will also be available as Podcasts. ISTE Unveils the Next Generation of NETS*T Monday, June 30th, 2008The International Society for Technology in Education launched the next generation of standards for teachers' (NETS*T) use of technology at the 29th annual National Educational Computing Conference. Study: Parents clueless about kids' internet use Friday, June 27th, 2008eSchool News: A recent survey by internet security firm Symantec Corp. suggests that many parents are unaware of their children's internet activity and typically underestimate how often their kids encounter online threats. CoSN Details Changes to E-Mail Regulations Friday, June 27th, 2008THE Journal: What's the difference between Open Records and eDiscovery? With changes in Federal Rules, what does e-mail compliance mean these days, and how do schools achieve it? CoSN is attempting to answer these questions with a new white paper... Technology-Based Distance Education Courses Friday, June 27th, 2008This report details findings from Technology-Based Distance Education Courses for Public Elementary and Secondary School Students: 2004-05, a survey that was designed to provide information about technology-based distance education courses. K12HSN/CDE E-Rate Update Thursday, June 26th, 2008Find out the latest about E-rate: Important Deadline! Telecom Services Validation, Fall E-Rate Training, E-Rate Training Survey, and the Schools and Libraries News Brief for June 13 and June 20, 2008 District Administration - July 2008 Thursday, June 26th, 2008The digital edition of District Administration - July 2008 is available now. Grad speeches launch debate over plagiarism Wednesday, June 25th, 2008Mercury News: The Student Body President was searching for a last-minute metaphor to grab attention at the Palo Alto High School graduation. He found a hilarious one [on YouTube], and it was a hit at commencement. VC Class Opportunities Wednesday, June 25th, 2008Shasta County Office of Education is expanding next year's video conference classes for students to include algebra 1, geometry, algebra 2, Spanish, and French. Shasta may have open slots available for other students, including out of county students... Model classroom to offer technology lessons Tuesday, June 24th, 2008News Journal: Hallsville Independent School District in Texas has a new classroom, but it won't be used by students. Instead, the classroom will be a model for teachers and administrators nationwide on how to integrate technology into lessons. NECC is happening soon! Tuesday, June 24th, 2008NECC: The 29th annual National Educational Computer Conference (NECC) opens in San Antonio on Sunday, June 29. Look for the daily conference newspaper posted to the NECC site starting on June 30. Title I Proposed Rules Tuesday, June 24th, 2008CDE: State Schools Chief Jack O'Connell Comments on Proposed Changes to Federal School Accountability Law. Fewer students seek tech-related degrees Tuesday, June 24th, 2008eSchool News: Continuing a recent trend that has many business leaders worried, the Computing Research Association's annual survey of universities with PhD-granting programs found a 20% drop this year in students completing bachelors degrees in IT fields Sen. Kerry Introduces Education Portal Legislation Tuesday, June 24th, 2008THE Journal: United States Senator John Kerry introduced new legislation aimed at funding state education portals. The legislation is designed to support teacher professional development, improve teacher retention, and offer online support for teachers. Approval of SB 606 Tuesday, June 24th, 2008CDE: Statement From Schools Chief Jack O'Connell on Assembly Approval of Bill to Fund School Intervention. Group wants to make broadband a national priority Tuesday, June 24th, 2008CNET News: FCC commissioner Jonathan Adelstein joined tech policy pundits, entrepreneurs, and venture capitalists on June 24 to launch a new initiative aimed at making broadband a priority in the United States, CNET reports. Groups Call on Candidates To Invest in Ed Tech Tuesday, June 24th, 2008THE Journal: How can we make education technology and 21st century learning a national priority? Four education advocacy groups think they have part of the answer. The groups launched One Giant Leap for Kids, a new campaign to make ed tech a top priority. Cable industry honors visionary educators Monday, June 23rd, 2008eSchool News: 'Leaders in Learning Awards' showcase exemplary 21st-century education projects. 10 educators and 3 national policy makers were honored for their outstanding vision in promoting 21st-century teaching and learning... 6,141 friends you don't know may be beneficial Monday, June 23rd, 2008Star Tribune: University of Minnesota researchers say they have discovered educational benefits of social networking sites such as MySpace. The study also found that low-income students often are just as tech-savvy as their wealthier counterparts. Schools try to reach students via podcast Monday, June 23rd, 2008eSchool News: Students at a rural New Mexico school made a unique pledge last winter: Right hands raised, they promised to take care of their Zunes. Students were encouraged to use their devices during class hours, on bus rides home, and on school trips. Text-message ruling could affect school policies Friday, June 20th, 2008eSchool News: Employers must have either a warrant or the employee's permission to see text or eMail messages that aren't stored by the employer or by someone the employer pays for storage, a U.S. appeals court has ruled. Digital Directions -- Spring/Summer 2008 Issue Friday, June 20th, 2008The Spring/Summer 2008 issue of Digital Directions is now available online. You have access to the entire issue. Reviewing E-Books: Benefits and Drawbacks Friday, June 20th, 2008Virtual textbooks-some with interactive zing to better teach a generation of students weaned on Xbox and iTunes-are attracting attention from schools. Ballard High, a 130,000-student San Diego school system, for example, has piloted virtual textbooks... Ed-tech groups give candidates a wake-up call Thursday, June 19th, 2008eSchool News: As the 2008 presidential race heats up, school stakeholders are anxious to hear the candidates' views on education. For many, the topic is more than just a political agenda; it could well determine the success of the US in the global economy Mass. shines in tech study, Calif. loses luster Thursday, June 19th, 2008AP: Massachusetts remains the gold standard for mining economic growth from technology and science while California is losing its luster, according to a report by the Milken Institute. California slipped from second place for the first time... Calls for Greater Broadband Access for Schools Thursday, June 19th, 2008THE Journal: While most schools in the United States (98%) have basic Internet access, for many that access is cripplingly slow--too slow to accommodate technology-driven educational initiatives--according to a new report from SETDA Many states watch/like Florida's education policy Thursday, June 19th, 2008St Petersburg Times: Florida is No. 1 in the nation in vouchers, No. 2 in charter school enrollment, No. 4 in the percentage of high school students passing college-level exams. Numbers like these have made Florida the nation's most-watched laboratory... HBO Film Examines School in NCLB Era Wednesday, June 18th, 2008Education Week: Is NCLB the right vehicle for improving education, particularly in the high-poverty urban schools that seem to be struggling the most? A new documentary, scheduled to air on HBO beginning June 23, tries to answer that question. Podcasts & Instruction: Moving Beyond the Obvious Wednesday, June 18th, 2008THE Journal: Can more be achieved with podcasting in the context of student authorship and academic collaboration that would heighten student engagement and maximize knowledge building in instructional contexts? Can we move beyond the obvious in their use Hitching technology to the classroom Tuesday, June 17th, 2008San Diego Union Tribune: U.S. education chief Margaret Spellings made a whirlwind tour of San Diego to discuss how technology in schools can raise student achievement and better prepare students for the real world. Calif. may water down 8th-grade algebra standards Sunday, June 15th, 2008Sacramento Bee: Eleven years ago, after much political and pedagogic angst, California adopted a historically rigorous set of academic standards for the state's K-12 students, one of which was that 8th-graders should learn the rudiments of algebra. Balancing the Good and Bad of Social Networking Saturday, June 14th, 2008Education Week: The Principal of a Minnesota High School had no plans to police the Internet. But when he was mailed a CD containing photos of students drinking alcohol and the photos had been posted on Facebook, he couldn't ignore the rule-breaking Student videos demonstrate ed-tech's value Friday, June 13th, 2008eSchool News: For the educators and ed-tech advocates who work tirelessly to ensure their students have access to a 21st-century education, here's the good news. We have yet more tangible proof that education technology is helping kids learn. Plumbing the sea's depths on land Thursday, June 12th, 2008Ventura County Star: Sixth-graders at an Oxnard school are the first students in the county to explore an underwater ecosystem off Anacapa Island without leaving their campus thanks to microwave technology installed by the Ventura COE... California Teleconnect Fund (CTF) Update Thursday, June 12th, 2008The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) took action to update and modernize its public policy programs relating to communications in order to reflect advanced technologies and add new eligible communities to the programs. Schools to develop distance learning for emergency Thursday, June 12th, 2008News Times: A school district in Connecticut recently received a $90,000 federal grant to develop a program that would allow distance learning in the event of an emergency. Students go underwater with divers Thursday, June 12th, 2008KCLU Local News, Audio Stories: Hundreds of South Coast students are getting the chance to explore the Channel Islands not just through books, but by using live video feeds to explore the ocean bottom with divers. CDW-G Releases School Safety Report Thursday, June 12th, 2008By more effectively integrating technology into their safety plans, school districts could better secure their students—and their data. So says the 2008 School Safety Index, an annual report created by CDW-G, a technology solutions firm. This Month in THE Journal - June 2008 Wednesday, June 11th, 2008Think Green... A roundup of some of the latest K-12 conservation efforts, and the opportunities for you to get on board. Online child safety and literacy Wednesday, June 11th, 2008PEW Internet: This presentation pulls together Pew Internet Project research about teenagers' online activities, their behavior on social networking sites such as Facebook and MySpace, and their Web 2.0 content creation activities. Technology brings 'new P.E.' to schools Wednesday, June 11th, 2008eSchool News: Physical education teachers are trading in their traditional equipment for heart-rate monitors and video games that encourage running, jumping, and stretching. Taken together, these two trends are transforming P.E. classes across the country Teachers: Give us better tech training, support Wednesday, June 11th, 2008eSchool News: After more than decade of investment in school technology, educators say they still don't feel adequately prepared to integrate instructional software into their classrooms and aren't getting the technical support they need Global Learning Initiative Wednesday, June 11th, 2008THE Journal: Through its global learning initiative, Douglass (KS) Public Schools is providing students with technologies for communicating and collaborating with other students around the world. O'Connell Comments on LAO Report Wednesday, June 11th, 2008CDE: State Schools Chief Jack O'Connell issues statement regarding the Legislative Analyst's Office report: A New System of Support for Low-Performing Schools. McCain, Obama reps discuss education Wednesday, June 11th, 2008eSchool News: Education advisors for presumptive presidential nominees John McCain (R) and Barack Obama (D) outlined the candidates' stances on key issues June 6, with both emphasizing a larger role for technology in schools. Lessons at the Museum Monday, June 9th, 2008Education Week: Museums aren't just for field trips any longer; they offer curriculum links and staff development. Museums and cultural institutions like aquariums consider working with schools to be a core part of their missions. Now students take field trips online Monday, June 9th, 2008CS Monitor: High fuel prices make virtual field trips popular with schools - but no substitute for the real thing. Digital divide Monday, June 9th, 2008The Washington Times: Tech immigrants strive to interpret what is natural to natives. Digital natives are everywhere, and they are restless. Their fingers tap furiously on tiny keys, their eyes and ears fixated on moving images and sound... From a Nation at Risk to a Nation Behind Saturday, June 7th, 2008Two Million Minutes: The United States, considered a nation at risk in the 1983 government report of the same name, continues to fall fast behind other nations in education and economic opportunity. 2008 Online Teaching Conference Archives Friday, June 6th, 2008For those who couldn't attend the 2008 Online Teaching Conference, many sessions were archived on the Conference website. FCC chief's free broadband plan delayed Friday, June 6th, 2008eSchool News: A plan by the nation's top telecommunications regulator to provide free wireless high-speed internet service hit a snag this week over concerns about possible interference and a proposed censoring feature that upset free-speech advocates. New NACOL White Paper Thursday, June 5th, 2008NACOL Releases Goals, Guidelines, and Standards for Student Scientific Investigations. Responding to the needs of the online learning community, this publication provides quality guidelines for designing, developing, and evaluating science courses... Fast Facts About Online Learning Thursday, June 5th, 2008NACOL presents the latest Research, Trends and Statistics about Online Learning. Florida may expand online education Thursday, June 5th, 2008The Miami Herald: Every Florida district would be required by 2009 to offer some form of online education to students as young as 5 under a bill awaiting Gov. Charlie Crist's signature. Diplomas Count 2008: School to College Wednesday, June 4th, 2008Education Week: Can state P-12 Councils ease the transition? As the nation struggles to close its graduation gap, Diplomas Count 2008 examines states' efforts to forge stronger connections between precollegiate and postsecondary education. Virginia schools prep for web-safety mandate Wednesday, June 4th, 2008eSchool News: As Virginia's schools prepare to incorporate internet safety lessons across all grade levels this fall to satisfy a landmark 2006 state law, educators are looking to schools that piloted web-safety curricula this past year for guidance State of Digital Content in America's Classrooms Wednesday, June 4th, 2008Education Week: U.S. teachers use digital content for just a small share of classroom time, according to a survey by Quality Education Data Inc., a market-research company based in Denver. Phoenix Mars Mission Comes to Students via iTunesU Wednesday, June 4th, 2008THE Journal: The University of Arizona has brought video and animation relating to the Phoenix Mars Mission onto iTunes U. The university is also offering a wide range of educational content targeted toward K-12 schools on its Web site. Channel One And i-SAFE Partner for Online Safety Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008THE Journal: Channel One has partnered with i-SAFE in an effort to enhance and increase electronic safety awareness among teens. The organizations will work together to provide video programming and curriculum-based tools to students... CENIC Completes CalREN-DC Network Router Refresh Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008CENIC: With the completion of the CalREN-DC Router Refresh, the backbone speed of the CalREN-DC Network has increased from 2.5 Gb/s to 10Gb/s for all segments. Efforts to Improve Education Data Monday, June 2nd, 2008CDE: Schools Chief Jack O'Connell Commends Governor Schwarzenegger for Efforts to Improve Education Data. CENIC Today Monday, June 2nd, 2008CENIC's Monthly Newsletter June 2008. In this newsletter, you'll find information about CENIC's accomplishments for each month, CENIC's yearly conference and other events around the world, what's on the horizon for CENIC's Associates, CalREN, etc... Rating the E-rate Monday, June 2nd, 2008eSchool News: With so much money at stake, and a byzantine application process, E-rate is a source of nightmares for many participants. Yet, 3 out of 4 applicants say E-rate is meeting its goal of connecting schools and libraries to the Internet. Assembly Budget Proposal Protects Education Monday, June 2nd, 2008CDE: Schools Chief Jack O'Connell Comments on Assembly Budget Proposal That Protects Public Education. Maine writes a new ed-tech success story Monday, June 2nd, 2008eSchool News: Since the early 1990s, Maine has been at the forefront of educational innovation, thanks largely to the adoption of new standards--called the Maine Learning Results--as a driver for 21st-century teaching and learning. New Web Tool for Students Going to College Monday, June 2nd, 2008CDE: State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O'Connell announced that there are new features on the state's one-stop online shop, CaliforniaColleges.edu, a Web-based resource that helps thousands of California students prepare for college. Calisphere and iPods in the Classroom Monday, June 2nd, 2008Calisphere: Over four Saturdays in January, February, and March, Bay Area K-12 teachers learned simple and practical ways to team a cutting-edge technology - an iPod touch, PowerPoint, and online tools such as MovieMaker and Garageband - with Calisphere. Time Warner Cable tries metering internet use Monday, June 2nd, 2008eSchool News: Will you be willing to pay extra if your home computer goes over its internet allowance? Time Warner Cable customers-and later, others-might have to, if the company's test of metered internet access is successful. Online Videoconferencing Sunday, June 1st, 2008District Administration: A K12 planning survey Gary Stager reviewed several years ago indicated that videoconferencing was a top technology application of interest. At the time, the cost of equipment and need for broadcast studios were major obstacles. Free CAHSEE Preparation Resources Friday, May 30th, 2008The State Legislature made grants available through the CA Community College Chancellor's Office to local Community Colleges that wanted to serve the students that failed to pass the exam. Learn more about the CAHSEE: Stepping Into Your Future initiative YouTube lawsuit tests copyright law Friday, May 30th, 2008eSchool News: Educators are closely watching a $1 billion copyright infringement lawsuit challenging YouTube's ability to keep copyrighted material off its video-sharing web site, a lawsuit that could have important implications for the future of Web 2.0 School leaders get advice on green computing Friday, May 30th, 2008eSchool News: With energy costs soaring to record levels, taking steps to reduce energy consumption isn't just good for the environment,it's also essential for the fiscal health of schools, according to a recent CoSN webinar on green computing. Biggert Introduces Internet Safety Education Bill Thursday, May 29th, 2008Rep Judy Biggert and Nick Lampson announced the introduction of a new bill to ensure that children exploring the Internet are protected from online predators. Schools and libraries would have to provide basic instruction on how to avoid online dangers. Summit showcases ed-tech 'up-and-comers' Thursday, May 29th, 2008eSchool News: A free web site that uses song lyrics to motivate students to read and write, a platform for learning English that adapts to each user were among the new and emerging educational technologies highlighted during SIIA's Ed Tech Industry Summit District Administration - June 2008 Wednesday, May 28th, 2008The digital edition of District Administration - June 2008 is available now. Schools substituting field trips with video links Wednesday, May 28th, 2008Sacramento Bee: Call it a 21st century field trip. Fifth-graders at Kingswood Elementary School peered into tide pools, listened to crashing waves and peppered a park ranger with questions - all without leaving their classroom in Citrus Heights. A Computer Lab That Students Use but Never See Wednesday, May 28th, 2008The Chronicle of Higher Education: North Carolina State University may never build another computer lab. Instead the university has installed racks of equipment in windowless rooms where students and professors never go. Internet2 expands schools' possibilities Tuesday, May 27th, 2008eSchool News: A growing number of K-12 schools are taking advantage of the ultra high-speed Internet2 network for research and education.  < |