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BetterLesson and Kiddom Partnership Aims to Deliver HQIM to K–12 Schools
BetterLesson, a leading provider of high-quality virtual and in-person K–12 professional learning, proudly announces a partnership with...
Feb 6, 20242 min read
How to fix chronic absenteeism in America’s schools
About a third of students are on track to miss at least 10% of school days this year. Why are students missing school, and how can we...
Feb 1, 20241 min read
One-on-one outreach shows promise in cutting school absenteeism
Students’ lack of connection to school may be a main factor across the country. When outreach worker Leah Marks shows up at homes in...
Feb 1, 20246 min read
Far more Maryland students are missing too much school
Coming out of the pandemic, students in Maryland and across the nation, had a hard time getting back into the habit of being in school...
Jan 31, 20243 min read
KARLO YOUNG APPOINTED PRESIDENT TO LEAD CONCENTRIC EDUCATIONAL SOLUTIONS’ STRATEGIC EXPANSION
Young will leverage over 20 years of leadership experience in education to oversee national operations. Concentric Educational...
Jan 31, 20242 min read
NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR DEMOCRACY ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD MEMBERS
Washington, D.C.—The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) announced today three new members of its Board of Directors : Alyssa Ayres ,...
Jan 30, 20243 min read
Institute for Financial Integrity Launches to Safeguard the Global Financial System
The Institute for Financial Integrity (IFI) was launched today as an entity dedicated to protecting the financial system from illicit use...
Jan 25, 20242 min read
The Baltimore Banner announces its 2024 Emerging Leaders honorees
The Baltimore Banner selected 13 community leaders as its 2024 Emerging Leaders honorees, who will be recognized at an event in May. ...
Jan 25, 20241 min read
Best Places to Work in 2024: Remote Startups & Tech Companies
Many companies are doubling down on their RTO policies in 2024, bringing employees back to the office in droves. But these companies are...
Jan 22, 20241 min read
Mixed-reality simulation provides practical teaching experience for UNT students — minus the classroom
DENTON (UNT), Texas — As Texas and other states across the country face a critical teacher shortage, the University of North Texas is...
Jan 21, 20243 min read
Showcasing the Startups at State of GovTech — ICYMI
Leaders from Orijin, Medex Forensics, Societal and Terra.do — gov tech startups singled out by judges at the State of GovTech event —...
Jan 19, 20241 min read
Hult International Business School: Improving Student Support
Hult International Business Schoo l brings together forward-thinking people from all over the world to learn through challenge-based...
Jan 19, 20243 min read
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 8/1
The articles in this week's News Roundup highlight how targeted programs, data-driven decision-making, and cutting-edge technologies like AI and edtech solutions are shaping a more inclusive, effective, and future-ready education ecosystem.
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 7/25
This week's news roundup is focused on the rapidly evolving landscape of education and workforce development in the age of AI and digital innovation. While there is immense potential for edtech, the challenges of integrating AI tools into learning environments, highlight the necessity of fostering foundational skills, critical thinking, and career readiness.
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 7/18
From preparing graduates for the AI-driven job market to addressing historic disparities rooted in geographic and socioeconomic factors, innovative solutions are essential. Edtech companies, educators, and policymakers are increasingly collaborating to create equitable, future-ready learning environments that empower all students to thrive in an uncertain world.
Jul 184 min read
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