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Edtech isn't only important for K-12 education -- it just as important for higher learning and is set to impact the field exponentially in coming years. https://www.thetechedvocate.org/education-technology-and-t/

Technology enables gamification within education -- especially for remote learning -- creating a more individualized and exciting learning environment for all grade levels.

E-Rate can help meet your goals for improving broadband and wireless access. Learn more about using E-Rate to digitize your school. https://bit.ly/3l1pElX

With school budgets perpetually stretched thin, finding the funding to install or update wireless internet can be a challenge. However, it’s critical to student success, even at the elementary level. Learn how internet in elementary school is essential. https://bit.ly/2EMRwLb

Is your school district ready to combat cybersecurity threats? Not only do devices need to be secure but the network infrastructure needs to be protected with systems that can monitor, detect, and respond to threats.

El Centro Elementary School District updates its network infrastructure to support one-to-one solutions for students. Learn more: https://bit.ly/36j2Qd8

With great technology comes great... glitches! Make sure you have a plan in place when inevitable errors in #edtech occur: https://edtechmagazine.com//4-troubleshooting-tips-smooth-

Did you know? Interactive displays are a fantastic way to keep students engaged while remote learning: http://ow.ly/2Vze50BRPhS

Is your school district limited on budget and resources for advancing edtech? Make sure you are utilizing funds like E-Rate and CARES Act. Both programs support digitizing schools and libraries by providing funds for telecommunications, internet access, and internal connections.

The new school year has officially begun, and remote learning is now the norm for at least the next semester or two. Even for schools that have allowed students to go back onto campus, online learning is still part of the curriculum, with only a fraction of students allowed into the classroom at one time. http://ow.ly/AzyS50BKoDE

Remote education can be made easier with the implementation of helpful tools: http://ow.ly/m2yZ50Bviec

Facilitating a successful work-from-home implementation across teachers and staff requires a robust cybersecurity plan: https://edtechmagazine.com//how-secure-work-home-environme

Not every student has access to high-speed internet at home. CARES Act and E-Rate funding can be used to improve access. Read on to learn about using E-Rate for WiFi: https://bit.ly/2RdGh0L