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May 18, 2008
Technology

(May 9, 2008, AP)

Facebook will add more than 40 new safety measures to protect young users from sexual predators and cyberbullies. (May 8, 2008, AP)

One of an emerging array of choices for low-cost computing in schools, “thin client” computing is an old idea that has been made new again. (April 21, 2008)

The new models may help revive confidence in 1-to-1 laptop programs, which some school districts have backed away from in recent years because of the high cost of standard laptops. (April 21, 2008)

Nationally, Texas and Illinois are among states that have since passed their own Internet-safety-education laws, but Virginia is the first state to mandate that public schools offer Internet-safety classes for all grade levels. (April 15, 2008)

Some promising initiatives can help educators encourage girls’ interest in technology and science, according to panelists who spoke recently at an influential interactive media conference. (April 1, 2008)

As the lives of teens continue to be dominated by technology, schools must teach new modes of literacy, a new study says. (February 12, 2008, AP)

For a district to become a more effective user of data, a study recommends that officials craft a vision for the use of data, integrate computer systems, and provide more training to staff in the use of data. (December 11, 2007)

A National Endowment for the Arts reading report finds a decline in pleasure reading and comprehension skills among 18 to 24-year-olds. (November 19, 2007)

Teachers can lead change in schools by leveraging the community-building power of the Web, writes Sheryl Nussbaum-Beach. (November 13, 2007)

A high school English teacher sees her students in a new light on Facebook. (November 13, 2007)

Video companies are tailoring classroom resources to match state academic standards and include lesson plans. (November 14, 2007)

The widespread videotaping of teachers in classrooms is causing school districts to examine their cellphone policies. (November 6, 2007)

Teachers TV, created in the United Kingdom, offers videos and video podcasts for classroom and teacher use. (August 29, 2007)

Computer software is helping students improve their reading skills. (July 25, 2007)

Online book swapping, a cost-effective alternative to traditional book stores, is gaining popularity with teachers. (July 10, 2007)

Being tech-savvy starts with learning keyboard skills. (April 20, 2007)

Are video games finally ready to get serious? (February 26, 2007)

In some states, "online education" seems like a contradiction. (February 26, 2007)

You've heard of Murphy's Law. How about Murphy's Lab? (December 22, 2006)

Online vs. face-to-face professional development—which works best? (December 22, 2006)

The National Library of Virtual Manipulatives offers a free collection of more than 100 digital activities. (December 22, 2006)

The power of podcasting is its ability to engage today’s tech-savvy students in conversations about what they’re learning, says David Warlick, a former teacher and creator of the Education Podcast Network. (December 22, 2006)

If you're going to blog, make sure you have something to say. (November 10, 2006)

For a generation of children accustomed to portable DVD players, video has become an almost indispensable learning tool. (November 10, 2006)

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