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In this episode of School Business Insider, we tackle the critical issue of cybersecurity in K-12 schools with special guest Keith Krueger, CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). As schools increasingly become targets for cyberattacks, particularly ransomware, Keith shares invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats and the best practices that school districts can implement to protect their data and systems. From understanding the importance of multi-factor authentication to addressing vulnerabilities in school networks, Keith discusses practical strategies for building a robust cybersecurity culture within schools. The conversation also explores the impact of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence on cybersecurity and offers guidance on how school business officials can collaborate with their IT teams to mitigate risks. Whether you're a school administrator or an IT professional, this episode provides essential information to help safeguard your school community from cyber threats.Resources:CoSN's K-12 Cybersecurity FrameworkCoSN's Cybersecurity Staffing ReportCoSN's Tabletop ExercisesMS-ISAC (Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center)Homeland Security's Free Resources for K-12Annual State Legislative Cybersecurity Trends ReportContact School Business Insider: Check us out on social media: LinkedIn Twitter (X) Website: https://asbointl.org/SBI Email: podcast@asbointl.org Make sure to like, subscribe and share for more great insider episodes!Disclaimer:The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Association of School Business Officials International. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. The "ASBO International" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. The presence of any advertising does not endorse, or imply endorsement of, any products or services by ASBO International.ASBO International is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, nonpartisan organization and does not participate or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of, or in opposition to, any candidate for elective public office. The sharing of news or information concerning public policy issues or political campaigns and candidates are not, and should not be construed as, endorsements by ASBO Internatio...

The conversation explores the role of AI in education and the challenges and opportunities it presents for educators. The guests discuss their book, ‘The Savvy Ed Tech Leader,' which offers innovative strategies for EdTech leaders to boost their influence and elevate their careers. They emphasize the importance of soft skills, collaboration, and strategic planning in implementing new technologies. The conversation also touches on redefining the perception of AI and its potential to save teachers time and enhance instruction. The guests provide advice for navigating conferences and finding relevant information. The episode concludes with a discussion on the importance of continuous learning and growth in the field of education. Sheryl Abshire, Ph.D., is a highly respected educator, author and speaker known for her lifelong dedication to advancing education through technology integration. As the chief technology officer for the award-winning Calcasieu Parish Public Schools in Louisiana for over two decades and a recognized teacher, library/media specialist, school principal and university faculty member for 20+ years, she has demonstrated exceptional leadership in incorporating cutting-edge technology into the district's curriculum and operations. Her published works and sought-after speaking engagements at national and international conferences have solidified her status as a thought leader in the field. Frankie Jackson is a nationally recognized chief technology officer (CTO) in K-12, leading education technology initiatives for 30+ years at the state and national levels, working in large districts with 25,000 to 118,000 students. Jackson serves on the Consortium for School Networking's (CoSN) Policy Committee, Advanced Professional Learning Committee, Cybersecurity Advisory and Driving K-12 Innovation Board. She's the Cybersecurity Coalition for Education project lead, certifying education leaders as cybersecurity evaluators. She's also an instructional content designer and subject matter expert for the CoSN Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL) project management course for technology school leaders. Donna Williamson has served as a Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) board member, executive board member and officer; as the chair and founder of CoSN Alabama Leaders; and co-chair of the CoSN conference. She's a frequent speaker at national and state conferences, presenting on topics such as innovation, edtech leadership, communication and soft skills in edtech, data analytics and more. In 2019, Williamson shifted her focus to consulting and project facilitation in the education technology field as a consultant and project director for the CoSN Early Career K-12 CTO Academy. She has received many awards, including the ISTE Making It Happen Award, the Alabama Education Technology Association Sally Moore Award, the National Withrow CTO Award for Educators Honorable Mention, EdTech Digest's Trendsetter Award and Alabama's 2016 Marbury Technology Innovation Award.

Recorded at the 2024 CoSN Conference in Miami, in this episode, Jerri and Jamie sit down with special guest and CoSN Board Member Eva Mendoza to get the scoop on CoSN's latest research findings! Join Eva as she sheds light on CoSN's annual exploration of technology hurdles and accelerators, sharing what the key technology challenges facing educators are today. Together, we uncover the hurdles impeding technology integration and the accelerators propelling innovation forward in the ever-evolving landscape of educational technology. --- ABOUT OUR GUEST Since 2012, Evangelina (Eva) Mendoza has been part of the Information Technology department at San Antonio ISD and currently serves as the Chief Information Technology Officer. As a current board member of Texas Education Technology Leaders (TETL), the Texas chapter of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), Eva provides guidance on privacy, security policies, trends, and best practices to districts across the state. She is a proud alumna of San Antonio ISD and enjoys serving her community by providing access to innovative digital resources. --- SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music | Overcast | RadioPublic FOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at classlink.com.

CoSN collaborated with school system leaders across the United States of America to create a generative AI readiness checklist. The guide covers the essential bases required to prepare for AI implementation, touching on executive leadership, operations, data, technical aspects, security, and legal readiness. The discussion covers promising possibilities for decreasing administrative load and the big pitfalls, including cybersecurity threats. The conversation also covers the importance of addressing equity and bias in AI use and the necessity for ongoing education about responsible AI usage for all members of the school community, preparing them for an AI-centric future. Follow on Twitter: @cosn @keithkrueger @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Related Resources: GAI Ready Checklist | AI for education | Microsoft Learn Keith R. Krueger is CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), nonprofit professional association organization that serves as the voice of K-12 EdTech leaders in North America. CoSN's mission is empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning environments. He was selected by Ed Tech magazine for it's 2021 K-12 IT influencers. In 2016 Technology & Learning selected him as one of the “big 10” most influential people in ed tech, and the Center for Digital Education identified him as a Top 30 Technologist/Transformer/Trailblazer. In 2008 he was selected by eSchool News as one of ten people who have had a profound impact on educational technology over the last decade. In 2016 he received a Special Recognition award from the Council of Great City Schools.

As the CITES Project Director, Christine Fox manages the planning and implementation of CITES activities. In coordination with the center's Principal Investigator (PI) and CAST Director of Technical Assistance, Christine coordinates  the evaluation and reporting, budgeting, and leveraging of internal and external partnerships related to this project. Prior to joining CAST, Christine was the Senior Director of External Relations for the Consortium for School Networking (COSN) where she was responsible for corporate partnerships, professional advancement programs, and supported advocacy efforts. Her role included managing opportunities for district technology leaders and companies to collaborate. Christine spent the majority of her career in leadership positions at State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA). Most recently she served as the Interim Executive Director,  charting  the strategic direction of the organization and facilitating the members' professional learning opportunities. In addition, she managed product development from conception to publication including Navigating the Digital Shift reports 2015- 2019, the Broadband Imperative Report Series, and the Guide to Quality Instructional Materials. Christine's background includes experience in education and consulting. She has worked as an educational consultant and curriculum developerl, ESOL Coordinator, and elementary school teacher. She holds a Master's Degree in TESOL from FIU and an undergraduate degree from FSU. When she is not working, she enjoys walking, reading, cooking, cheering for the FSU Seminoles, and attending her teenage daughters' activities including softball games and swim meets.Key Takeaways:Most of the technology we use every day and take for granted was started for the purpose of including those with disabilities.Students have grown up using technologies as a tool. Taking it away from them is putting them all at a disservice. It isn't cheating. Its using the tools they've grown accustomed to.We need to pre plan according to what we know, so everyone has equal access at the same time rather than a scramble and wait at the end.We should make social media accessible as well by using these strategies:Use alt tags on images Capitalize hashtagsUse shortened linksUse captions on your videosStay in Touch:What and Why of Inclusive Technology: https://youtu.be/IqanKKYp01g?feature=sharedGet Started with CITES: https://cites.cast.org/get-started/cites-frameworkLeadership Self-Assessment: on this page https://cites.cast.org/leadership/intro-leadership-netp - direct link:  cites-selfasses-leadership-20230502.docxCreating Accessible Social Media Posts: https://aem.cast.org/create/creating-accessible-social-media Resources to Support Requiring Accessibility from the StartThe AEM Center has Sample Language for Digital Accessibility Requirements, as well as Accessibility Guidance and Vetting RecommendationsK-12 Blueprint has a toolkit that supports the basic development of RFPs with specific guidance on Digital Tools for Diverse Learners with resources focused on accessibility.CITES Sample Accessibility RFP Questions from DistrictsUnderstanding the VPAT® https://aem.cast.org/acquire/vpatSEEing to Lead Extras!Like the content, want to be a guest, or know someone who would? Reach out to me on Twitter at @DrCSJonesHave you taken the time to order and read my latest book!Seeing to Lead is filled with practical resources and personal stories to help you support, engage, and empower those you lead no matter your position!Jimmy Casas said, "If you are a leader who is looking to support, engage and empower your staff, then SEEing to Lead, by Dr. Chris Jones, is a book you will want to pick up and read. Dr. Jones reminds us that building capacity and helping others achieve personal success is the key to elevating your organization and leaving a lasting impact."Get your copy here! Don't forget to leave a rating and review for others. I would appreciate it!Subscribe to My Newsletter!We are all busy, often unsupported, and struggle to stay engaged! Here is a weekly resource that has something to support, engage, and empower you. Not to mention it saves you time by getting to the point! Increase your focus and become a better leader; no matter your position. Check it out here!Get in touch to schedule me for a workshop or presentation!Don't forget to hit the subscribe button on this podcast and leave a rating so others can benefit!

This week Keith Krueger, CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), joins the podcast. He shares insights on the digital inequities that exist across schools and students and the challenges they create at a time when connectivity should be a basic right for all. We also dive into the digital inequity impact on cybersecurity for school districts today – and the free resources and tools such as the CoSN developed digital equity dashboard that identifies equity gaps across school districts' networks to help illuminate actional paths to address. Keith also updates on the Biden Administration's new efforts to improve schools' cybersecurity posture and prevent future cyberattacks.   Keith R. Krueger is CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), a nonprofit organization that serves as the voice of K-12 school system technology leaders in North America. CoSN's mission is empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning environments. He was selected by Ed Tech for its 2019 30 K-12 IT influencers. In 2016 Technology & Learning selected him as one of the “big 10” most influential people in edtech, and the Center for Digital Education identified him as a Top 30 Technologist/Transformer/Trailblazer. In 2008 he was selected by eSchool News as one of ten people who have had a profound impact on educational technology over the last decade. In 2016 he received a Special Recognition award from the Council of Great City Schools. For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://www.forcepoint.com/govpodcast/e256

It's dawning on the education community that general artificial intelligence will have a major impact on education and the world at large. What are the big questions school leaders will need to ask and answer to ensure their schools and students are ready to thrive in the age of GAI? Follow on Twitter:  @cosn @keithkrueger @JimmyMinichello @AASAHQ @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Keith R. Krueger is CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), nonprofit professional association organization that serves as the voice of K-12 EdTech leaders in North America.  CoSN's mission is empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning environments. He was selected by Ed Tech magazine for it's 2021 K-12 IT influencers.  In 2016 Technology & Learning selected him as one of the “big 10” most influential people in ed tech, and the Center for Digital Education identified him as a Top 30 Technologist/Transformer/Trailblazer.  In 2008 he was selected by eSchool News as one of ten people who have had a profound impact on educational technology over the last decade.  In 2016 he received a Special Recognition award from the Council of Great City Schools.

As you've heard in previous episodes, technology is nowhere near slowing down. That's why it's so important that the business office and technology department work hand in hand. That's why the Consortium of School Networking (CoSN) comes in! Join us as we speak to Keith Krueger, CEO of CoSN and Pete Just, Immediate Past Chair of CoSN about the collaboration between the business office and tech, their take on AI and some new funding opportunities that are coming down the pike!

Reimagine, redesign, and renew education. This was the theme of CoSN 2023 which also marked CoSN's 30th Anniversary. In this episode, Jerri and Jamie sit down with Keith Krueger and Diane Doersch to gain their perspectives on education and the support CoSN provides to school districts in the form of technology and resources. Listen in to learn why educational leaders need to reimagine what school can be, redesign education to ensure equitable learning for ALL children, and renew their commitment to advancing digital learning. --- ABOUT OUR GUESTS Keith R. Krueger is CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), a nonprofit organization that serves as the voice of K-12 school system technology leaders in North America. CoSN's mission is empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning environments. Diane Doersch is the CoSN Board Chair and serves as a Technical Project Director at Digital Promise. She came from a career in public education, first as an elementary school teacher, then a middle school computer applications teacher, and finally director of technology in a Wisconsin school district. --- SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Overcast | RadioPublic | Stitcher FOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at classlink.com.

Over the past two years, we have seen technology use in the classroom skyrocket. From assessment tools to curriculum support, these technologies are essential to classrooms in districts across the country. Hand in hand with the bloom in learning technologies, inclusive technologies have become a major topic of discussion in the education world. What is inclusive technology in education? The aim of inclusive technology is to create environments using technological resources to ensure that all students can thrive academically. In part one of this two-part series presented by the Center on Inclusive Technology & Education Systems (CITES) at CAST, our guests discuss inclusive technology practices, collaboration, investment in educational accessibility, and implementing the CITES framework. Today's guests are Christine Fox and Maggie Picket. Christine Fox, MS, is the Project Director of CAST's CITES project and a Senior Technical Assistance Specialist. Prior to joining CAST, Christine was the Senior Director of External Relations for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), where she was responsible for corporate partnerships and professional advancement programs and supported federal advocacy efforts regarding digital equity and cybersecurity. She is also a former curriculum coach, ESL Coordinator, and classroom teacher. Maggie Picket is a Senior Technical Assistance Specialist for CITES, Maggie explores systemic integration of Assistive Technology, Information Technology, and Educational Technology systems in partnership with districts. For over a decade, Maggie has worked with teachers, students, administrators, para-professionals, families, and community partners to build a common understanding of how creating engaging and accessible learning for ALL is possible. This episode of The CoSN Podcast is supported by the Center on Inclusive Technology & Education Systems (CITES) at CAST. Learn more at https://cites.cast.org/ Engage further in the discussion on Twitter. Follow: @CoSN, @MindRocketMedia, @cafox, @MaggieP, @CAST_UDL The CoSN Podcast is produced in partnership with MindRocket Media Group and published on edCircuit. To learn more about CoSN, visit www.cosn.org. Learn more about MindRocket Media Group at www.mindrocketmediagroup.com. Read the transcript of this interview here: https://edcircuit.com/creating-a-framework-for-inclusive-technology-s3e5/

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by ENA and hosted by Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.According to CoSN's 2021 EdTech Trends Survey Report, when asked to identify their top three unmet technology needs, respondents ranked cybersecurity number one by a large margin. This isn't too surprising given the vastness of the issue. In this edWeb podcast, to help districts assess and prioritize their cybersecurity action items, experienced K-12 school technology and industry leaders share effective cybersecurity readiness, mitigation, and training strategies and recommendations. From cybersecurity insurance and network segmentation to endpoint protection and penetration testing, listeners leave with a list of action items they can implement to bolster their security efforts. This edWeb podcast is of interest to district leaders, education technology leaders, and CTOs of all grade levels.ENA We empower communities by bridging innovative technologies with exemplary customer care.​

Description: Many schools are back in session and no longer in a remote environment, yet many educators are saying that this is the toughest year yet. Why is this school year even tougher than the previous two school years? During this enlightening podcast, our guest, Tom Ryan sheds light on the myriad of issues that makes this year tough. Tom also discusses what we can do to move education forward in a positive way. About our guest: Tom Ryan Ph.D. is co-founder of K-12 Strategic Technology Advisory Group (K12STAG), which is led by public school chief information officers who understand the challenges school leaders face. He is an education professional with 40+ years of K-12 experience and expertise in teaching, leadership, technology, technology integration and blended/online learning program development. He works with school leadership on strategic planning and leadership, designing digital learning environments, technology infrastructure reviews, and the shift to digital tools. Dr. Ryan has a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction. He was served as a CIO (16 years), as well as a high school principal and teacher for districts in New Mexico. He has proven leadership and experience leading teams of 100+ employees and administering multi-million dollar budgets and projects. Dr. Ryan has designed and implemented innovative online and blended school models at both the state and district level. He is engaged in leadership activities in several state and national organizations including Chairmen of the Board for the Consortium of School Networking (CoSN). He also is active in iNACOL, ISTE, and the Council of the Great City Schools (CGCS). Work with the CGCS includes: large school district IT reviews of infrastructure, strategic planning, instructional technology, and digital transformation efforts. He also helps coordinate of the Councils annual CIO conferences. Dr. Ryan is a Senior Fellow for the Center of Digital Education and presents at several International, national, and state conferences throughout the year.

COSN CEO, Keith Kruger, and cybersecurity expert, Amy McLaughlin, discuss cybersecurity. McLaughlin suggests cyber security should not be the work of the school district's IT Department only, it is the work of the entire school district and part of the culture. Kruger and McLaughlin discuss why school districts are at risk for cyber security attacks, followed by specific steps districts and individuals can take to protect their information and data. This podcast is full of valuable information to better understand the need for cybersecurity in school districts and specific steps IT Departments can take to better protect data and information. For more information visit www.COSN.org About our guests: Keith has a global reputation as a key thought leader and has organized senior level U.S. delegations to visit Australia, Asia, Europe and South America to examine best practice in ICT in education. Keith R. Krueger is CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), a nonprofit organization that serves as the voice of K-12 school system technology leaders in North America. CoSN's mission is empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning environments. He was selected by Ed Tech magazine for it's 2021 K-12 IT influencers. In 2016 Technology & Learning selected him as one of the “big 10” most influential people in ed tech, and the Center for Digital Education identified him as a Top 30 Technologist/Transformer/Trailblazer. In 2008 he was selected by eSchool News as one of ten people who have had a profound impact on educational technology over the last decade. In 2016 he received a Special Recognition award from the Council of Great City Schools. He is the current Chair of the Learning First Alliance and is on the Executive Committee of the National Coalition on Technology in Education & Training (NCTET). He serves on many Advisory Boards including the Friday Institute at NC State University, the Public Policy Advisory Council for the American Library Association, Ed Tech Digest, as well as previously the Education Committee of the National Park System. He is principal investigator of the Driving K-12 Innovation series. An experienced information technology and information security professional, Amy has over twenty years' experience building, implementing, and securing information systems, including 10 years in K-12 and higher education. As a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), she has been responsible for protecting data covered by a broad range of federal and state regulations including HIPAA, FERPA, IRS 1075, and the Oregon Identity Theft Protection Act. She holds a Master of Science in Information Technology Management and a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy. Amy currently serves as CoSN's Subject Matter Expert for Cybersecurity and Networking, and as the Executive Director of Technical & Solutions Architecture for Oregon State University.

Never has there been so great of a disruption in education than the past school year. Likewise, never has there been such an opportunity going forward, according to Keith Kreuger, CEO for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). In this episode, Keith follows the money and lays out specific steps the industry can take to ensure that lofty ideas like digital equity and personalized learning turn into practical realities as soon as possible.More than 80 education technology leaders from 37 states this spring virtually for meetings in Washington, D.C. with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Department of Education (ED) policymakers to discuss their COVID-19 pandemic experiences and advocate for actionable policies that support digital learning.This was the second of a two-part 2021 virtual advocacy fly-in and happened just as President Biden announced a more than 40 percent increase in ED base funding as part of his $1.5 trillion budget and schools across the country prepare to utilize the $7.1 billion that was allocated to the FCC for a new Emergency Connectivity Fund in the latest COVID-19 relief package.In the first part during February, participants spoke with Members of Congress and their staff about how to safely transition to a post-pandemic world, connect all students and close the “homework gap,” fund professional development to help educators leverage technology for learning, and protect student data privacy. The conversation continued on Wednesday, April 14, as the group met with the FCC regarding student connectivity needs and talked to senior ED staff about the implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) and annual funding to support digital learning.Key outcomes from these discussions include:Federal leaders learned about state and local strategies and need to connect students to broadband and equip them with learning devices during, and beyond, the pandemic;Summit participants learned about the ED's plans for supporting the implementation of the ARP; andCollaboration among local, state, and federal leaders to meet students' and educators' digital learning needs increased.“We are thrilled to see Congress, the Department of Education and the FCC taking action to help close the homework chasm that students and teachers nationwide continue to face. Our virtual fly-in participants were keen to discuss everything from student data privacy to professional development funding with these key policymakers to help shape edtech policy moving forward and advocate for equitable access to advanced learning technologies,” said Keith Krueger, CEO of CoSN.“The American Rescue Plan's investment in the education system and the President's FY22 budget request provide an unprecedented opportunity for leaders and educators to envision a new, post-pandemic era that leverages technology as an essential vehicle for effective learning and equitable supports. ISTE, our partner organizations and virtual fly-in participants look forward to continuing to collaborate with federal policymakers on these issues,” said Ji Soo Song, Senior Policy Advisor at ISTE.“Connecting all students and teachers to digital learning opportunities — no matter where they live — has been, and will remain, a top priority for SETDA's members. Now more than ever, we need strong local-state-federal partnerships focused on closing the digital divide once and for all. Our members deeply appreciate this invaluable annual opportunity to exchange ideas with SETDA's school district and federal partners,” said Julia Fallon, Executive Director of SETDA.“SIIA and our education technology member companies are thrilled to partner with CoSN, ISTE and SEDTA to bring our real-world experiences of the past year to Congress, the Department of Education and the Federal Communications Commission. Throughout the pandemic, our members stepped up to provide the tools to facilitate the rapid switch to distance learning, the transition to hybrid learning and the switch to safe learning in the classroom. We are thankful that policymakers have been so responsive to the needs of learners, educators and edtech providers by passing the American Rescue Plan and other relief bills over the past year. We look forward to continued collaboration as these laws are implemented and we address longstanding inequities exacerbated by the pandemic,” said SIIA President Jeff Joseph.This year's annual summit, led by CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking), ISTE (the International Society for Technology in Education), SETDA (the State Educational Technology Directors Association) and SIIA (the Software & Information Industry Association), took place virtually for the second year in a row due to the impact of COVID-19.

Keith R. Krueger is CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), a nonprofit organization that serves as the voice of K-12 school system technology leaders in North America. CoSN's mission is empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning environments. He was selected by Ed Tech for it's 2019 30 K-12 IT influencers. In 2016 Technology & Learning selected him as one of the “big 10” most influential people in ed tech, and the Center for Digital Education identified him as a Top 30 Technologist/Transformer/Trailblazer. In 2008 he was selected by eSchool News as one of ten people who have had a profound impact on educational technology over the last decade. In 2016 he received a Special Recognition award from the Council of Great City Schools. He has serves on many Advisory Boards including the Friday Institute at NC State University, the Public Policy Advisory Council for the American Library Association, Ed Tech Digest, as well as previously the Education Committee of the National Park System and Board Member of the National Coalition on Technology in Education & Training (NCTET). He serves as a co-principal investigator of the Driving K-12 Innovation series. Keith has a global reputation as a key thought leader and has organized senior level U.S. delegations to visit Australia, Asia, Europe and South America to examine best practice in ICT in education. In fall of 2015, Keith conducted a Work Study on Digital Equity as an Associate in Practice at Harvard's Graduate School of Education. As a Certified Association Executive, he has extensive background in nonprofit management and has a Masters from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota.

Not even one month into his new role as Chief Strategy Officer at ParentSquare and Chad Stevens has created the first and possibly most important edtech acronym for 2021. In this episode of EdTech Today, Chad drops the particulars of Parent Relationship Management (PRM) and how the present technologies that kept families connected to schools during COVID will only improve as we move past it.Sevens joins ParentSquare from Amazon Web Services where he most recently had the title of Leader, K-12 Education, guiding the team focused on K-12 customer priorities to provide cloud infrastructure and services that support improved academic performance and operations. Stevens had been with Amazon for five years and was an inaugural employee of the AWS K-12 team.In the new Chief Strategy Officer role, Stevens will work closely with ParentSquare's co-founders, CEO Sohit Wadhwa and President Anupama Vaid, to expand ParentSquare's relationships with school districts across the U.S., supplying insights and driving execution based on his extensive knowledge of K-12 institutions and the edtech industry. “We're excited to have Chad—with his depth of experience and strong reputation in education—on the executive team at ParentSquare,” said Wadhwa. “He's been a long-time advocate for the intelligent use of technology in schools, which aligns with ParentSquare's drive to improve parent engagement and communications equity.”Stevens is well known in education and edtech. He serves as a board member of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) and sits on the Driving K-12 Innovation Global Advisory Board. He also recently was part of the Washington Remote Learning Taskforce that examined remote learning challenges facing students during the COVID-19 pandemic across the country, and made recommendations to best address them.Prior to Amazon, he was Chief Education Strategist for CDW-G and, among several earlier school roles, was Chief Technology Officer and Principal for the Clear Creek Independent School District in Texas. He has a Ph.D. in Educational Administration from Texas A&M University.“I've dedicated my career to improving education outcomes for all students,” Stevens said. “Becoming part of ParentSquare is a perfect fit that allows me to get back to my roots as a teacher, Principal and Chief Technology Officer while using my private and public sector experience to impact millions of students, educators and parents.”

Closing the opportunity gap is a tall order, especially during a pandemic when new challenges have compounded previous difficulties. In this episode, Dr. Wendy Oliver interviews Susan Bearden, Director of Digital Programs for Innovate EDU, to investigate how innovative thinking can move the education system toward some solutions. Wendy and Susan discuss how socioeconomic status contributes to the opportunity gap and the digital divide, and reflect on the ways the pandemic has exacerbated the difference between the haves and have-nots in education. They also discuss what it means to be innovative in the classroom. (Hint: It might not mean what you think.) Susan has been at the forefront of K-12 innovation throughout her career, and you won't want to miss her thoughts. About the host: Dr. Wendy Oliver is a highly qualified Tennessee teacher and administrator who has pioneered digital learning across multiple states and school districts. She has authored digital teaching standards and developed software that allows teachers to self-assess their knowledge of digital instruction. No matter which hat she's wearing, her goal is simple -- to empower learners. Dr. Oliver is currently the Chief Learning Officer for EdisonLearning. Follow Dr. Oliver on Twitter @oliver_dr and learn more about EdisonLearning by visiting https://edisonlearning.com/ About today's guest: Susan Bearden is the Director of Digital Programs for Innovate EDU, a non-profit whose mission is to eliminate the achievement gap by accelerating innovation in standards aligned, next generation learning models and tools that serve, inform, and enhance teaching and learning. In Susan's career as an educator and technologist, she has served as the Chief Innovation Officer for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), as a Senior Education Fellow in the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Education Technology, and as a Director of Information Technology in a school setting, among other roles. Follow Susan on Twitter @s_bearden

In this week's episode of the UNSECURITY Podcast, Evan and Brad take a deep dive into a recent report from the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) titled “The State of Edtech Leadership in 2020." Give it a listen and let us know what you think at unsecurity@protonmail.com.

Digital Equity in schools involves many different conversations, from big-picture politics to families and their access to - and knowledge about - technology used for learning. Dr. Beth Holland from the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) and Mindy Fiscus from the Illinois Learning Technology Center discuss what digital equity conversations are going on at both the national and state level before we dig down to talk about what schools and teachers can do to ensure equity within their classrooms.

Digital Equity in schools involves many different conversations, from big-picture politics to families and their access to - and knowledge about - technology used for learning. Dr. Beth Holland from the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) and Mindy Fiscus from the Illinois Learning Technology Center discuss what digital equity conversations are going on at both the national and state level before we dig down to talk about what schools and teachers can do to ensure equity within their classrooms.

CoSN: THE  'DRIVING K-12  INNOVATION" SERIES: The long and short term trends that matter in education. Keith Krueger and other on this exciting news informational series from the ever growing,  ever vigilant  Consortium on School Networking CoSN

CoSN: THE  'DRIVING K-12  INNOVATION" SERIES: The long and short term trends that matter in education. Keith Krueger and other on this exciting news informational series from the ever growing,  ever vigilant  Consortium on School Networking CoSN

Susan is the Chief Innovation Officer for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) in Washington D.C. From 2016 to 2017 she was a Senior Education Pioneers Fellow for the U.S. Department of Education. She also participates in the EdTechChat Radio podcast for the BAM Radio Network. After a discussion about Susan’s fascinating career progression from musician to IT specialist to Education Technology specialist, we launched into a discussion of “digital citizenship,” also the title of her book. It basically encompasses how to be a smart, informed, ethical user of the internet. The book is aimed a both teachers and parents. Things like cyberbullying and internet safety are covered. Later we got into a discussion of tools for education, including AI. We finish with Susan’s amazing perspective on whether robots will ever replace teachers in the classroom.

This week we take a look at the suite of the education tools built into Microsoft 365. Follow: @ajpodchaski @nathan_stevens @s_bearden @thomascmurray @sdtitmas @kerszi @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Kathi Kersznowski is a Technology Integration Specialist in southern NJ. She is a blogger, national presenter, keynote speaker, proud MIE expert and Master Trainer, and insatiable enthusiast about everything EdTech, STEM/STEAM and Educational Leadership. Scott Titmas is a former classroom teacher, now Technology Integration Specialist in Old Bridge, NJ. He is a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert and proud advocate of student voice. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

t's summer and we have the time to reflect, refresh, and use our time in personally meaningful ways. What are your plans? Follow: @ajpodchaski @nathan_stevens @s_bearden @thomascmurray @MsFagin @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Mike Peck is the technology and cyber school coordinator at Pen Argyl Area School District. His professional interests include supporting students, teachers, and administrators by supporting them in their move towards personalized learning and the meaningful integration of technology into the curriculum. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

Join us as we put a spotlight on ISTE's Ed Tech Coaches Network and the activities they have planned for ISTE 2018. Follow: @ajpodchaski @nathan_stevens @s_bearden @thomascmurray @MsFagin @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Leslie Fagin is an instructional technology coach in Griffin, Georgia and works with secondary school teachers on effective technology integration. Leslie was a contributing author for Edumatch: Snapshot in Education 2016, recognized as the ISTE Edtech Coaches Network PLN Award Winner for 2017, and is a Google Certified Educator Level 1 and 2, Trainer, and Innovator. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

For many of us, summer begins the season for relaxing, reflecting, and professional development. Join us as we look at how teachers are planning to use the summer break. Follow: @ajpodchaski @nathan_stevens @s_bearden @thomascmurray @rdene915 @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Rachelle Poth is a Spanish and STEAM Teacher as well as an Attorney. She is President-Elect for the ISTE Teacher Education Network and was selected as one of "20 to watch" by the NSBA, the PAECT Outstanding Teacher of the Year for 2017, and a Future Ready Instructional Coach. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

What are the best ways to use digital tools for learning? Join us for a quick primer that will get you up to speed quickly. Follow: @ajpodchaski @nathan_stevens @s_bearden @thomascmurray @classtechtips @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Monica Burns is the author of Tasks Before Apps: Designing Rigorous Learning in a Tech-Rich Classroom (ASCD). She is a curriculum and educational technology consultant, Apple Distinguished Educator, and founder of ClassTechTips.com. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

Special Episode ft. PasstheScopeEDU   Recorded on April 22, 2018   About Brian R. Smith, Sr: Brian Smith is currently a Digital Learning Consultant with the responsibility of providing personalized PD and digital culture changing opportunities for teachers and administrators in regards to meaningful, pedagogically driven technology integration within the learning Environment. He is also responsible for providing support for schools in the area of digital equity by providing equal access and learning opportunities for all students. He has developed Student Tech Squads and Innovation Leadership Committees with the emphasis on providing opportunities for students to Create, Collaborate, Communicate Critically Think and Change their current educational environments in several districts. Brian is a Common Sense Education Ambassador, Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, Google Certified Educator, Flipgrid Ambassador and Community Builder, Hoonuit Learning Ambassador and an Alpha Squirrel, all fueling his passion for meeting Students Where They Are, while providing Relevant Digital Citizenship opportunities through Student Voice platforms and Real-World experiences. Brian is in his 20th year as an educator, holding a Bachelor’s in Education from the University of Missouri and a Master’s in Education Media Design and Technology from Full Sail University.   Brian is most importantly the proud father of 4 wonderful, technology savvy, athletically active, artistically minded kiddos (2 girls and 2 boys) and a faithful husband of 1 loving wife.   About Derek Larson: Derek Larson taught 4th and 5th grades in Southern Utah for 8 years, absolutely loving every minute, before becoming the Educational Technology Director for the Southwest Educational Development Center (SEDC) in Cedar City, Utah.   Having completed his M.Ed. with an emphasis in technology, he feels technology is one of the most crucial aspects of teaching because of the way students are excited by and look forward to using it. If educators can find ways to effectively harness technology into their teaching, they will be better able to reach their students and help them catch the excitement of learning. This is one of Derek's goals as he works with teachers in rural districts across Southwestern Utah.   He was awarded the 2014 UCET Outstanding Young Educator of the Year, an award presented to an outstanding young educator, in the first ten years of their teaching career, who demonstrates vision, innovation, action, and transformation using technology to improve teaching and learning. He also received the Certified Educational Technology Leader (CETL) certification from the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) in October of 2016. Earning the CETL certification helps education technology leaders demonstrate they have mastered the knowledge and skills needed to define the vision for and successfully build 21st-century learning environments in their school districts. In Fall of 2017, Derek earned the Google Certified Educator Levels 1 and 2 along with his Google Certified Administrator certifications, showcasing his ability to effectively use the G-Suite toolset as well as effectively administer the back-end of the G-Suite productivity system.   Derek is a founding moderator for #UTedChat, an education Twitter chat focused on Utah educators which happens every Wednesday @ 9 pm Mountain Time. Come on by and join the conversation.   He is currently serving as the Public Relations Director for the UCET Board, which he thoroughly enjoys. Derek also served on the planning committee for the SUECON Conference as well as helping plan many additional educational conferences across the state of Utah.   Derek has three kids and a wonderful wife who help him stay grounded in the things that matter most. He loves spending time with them in the mountains where he is reminded of the need to unplug occasionally to make sure he is the best person he can be.   About Valerie Lewis: Valerie Lewis --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/edumatch-tweet-talk/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/edumatch-tweet-talk/support

Teachers are always in search of more resources to supplement textbooks and support instruction. Open education resources may be the answer. Follow: @ajpodchaski @nathan_stevens @s_bearden @j_allen @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Josh Allen is the technology integration specialist for the Lewis Central Community School District in Council Bluffs, IA. He is a member of the #GoOpen Leadership Team, a Google for Education Certified Trainer, and co-host of the Dads In Ed podcast. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

The Internet has redefined both the process of doing research as well as the challenges. Our guest is passionate about teaching savvy research skills. Join us as she shares valuable insights on good research practices for teachers and students. Follow: @ajpodchaski @nathan_stevens @s_bearden @techie_teach @bamradionetwork Eva Harvell is the Technology Director for the Pascagoula-Gautier School District in Pascagoula, MS. She has worked in K-12 education since 2002. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

Sure, failure is part of the process of learning and growth, but try telling that to students and parents. In this episode. we talked about how to think about failure and use the term effectively in education. Follow: @ajpodchaski @nathan_stevens @s_bearden @TG_Neil @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

Follow: @ajpodchaski @nathan_stevens @s_bearden @TG_Neil @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Tammy Neil is a Computer Science teacher. She teaches grades 6-12 in a growing CTE program at Branford High School in Suwannee County, FL. Outside of the classroom, she is the lead organizer for Edcamp Branford, co-moderates #FLedChat and #RuralEdChat each week on Twitter. She is a Google Certified Trainer. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

Teachers and educators have wonderful and insightful stories to tell. Our guest decided to collect some of those stories from teachers at his school and publish them in a book. Follow: @ajpodchaski @nathan_stevens @s_bearden @TechNinjaTodd @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Todd Nesloney is an Award Winning Educator, Author, & International Speaker, Academy of Education Arts & Sciences BAMMY Elementary Principal and Elementary Teacher of the Year, TCEA Classroom Teacher of the Year, White House Champion of Change, NSBA "20 to Watch", Co-Founder of Kids Deserve It and Co-Host of the Kids Deserve It Podcast. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

This week we look at changes in the layout of learning spaces and attempt to debunk the myths and misconceptions of what matters and what does not. Follow: @ajpodchaski @nathan_stevens @s_bearden @thomascmurray @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

With education technology, learning doesn't have to cease when a weather event or other emergencies cause closure. Learn how technology can help. Follow: @ajpodchaski @nathan_stevens @s_bearden @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

Education technology and education technology problems are inseparable. When ed tech problems surface, what are the best sources you can turn to for help? Follow: @ajpodchaski @nathan_stevens @s_bearden @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan M. Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). A former K-12 Technology Director and Senior Fellow in the Office of Educational Technology at the U.S. Department of Education, she is the author of Digital Citizenship: A Community-Based Approach Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

What is on the five-year horizon for K-12 schools worldwide? Which trends and technologies will drive educational change? What are the challenges that we consider as solvable or difficult to overcome, and how can we strategize effective solutions? These questions and similar inquiries regarding technology adoption and transforming teaching and learning steered the collaborative research and discussions of a body of 56 experts to produce the NMC Horizon Report > 2015 K-12 Edition, in partnership with the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). The NMC also gratefully acknowledges ISTE as a dissemination partner. The three key sections of this report -- key trends, significant challenges, and important developments in educational technology -- constitute a reference and straightforward technology planning guide for educators, school leaders, administrators, policymakers, and technologists. It is our hope that this research will help to inform the choices that institutions are making about technology to improve, support, or extend teaching, learning, and creative inquiry in K-12 education across the globe. View the wiki where the work was produced.

The NMC Horizon Report > 2014 K-12 Edition will examines emerging technologies for their potential impact on and use in teaching, learning, and creative inquiry within the environment of pre-college education. The NMC Horizon Report > 2014 K-12 Edition is the sixth in the K-12 series of reports and is produced by the NMC in collaboration with the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), and made possible via the support of HP.

The NMC Horizon Report > 2014 K-12 Edition will examines emerging technologies for their potential impact on and use in teaching, learning, and creative inquiry within the environment of pre-college education. The NMC Horizon Report > 2014 K-12 Edition is the sixth in the K-12 series of reports and is produced by the NMC in collaboration with the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), and made possible via the support of HP.

THE COUNCIL ON SCHOOL NETWORKING OFFERS A CERTIFICATION  FOR CTO'S UNDER FRAMEWORK OF ESSENTIAL SKILLS. LEARN ABOUT IT FROM TONY INGLESE, CTO IN BATAVIA NY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The New Media Consortium, the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), with the support of HP, produced the NMC Horizon Report > 2013 K-12 Edition. This fifth edition in the annual K-12 series of the NMC Horizon Project examines emerging technologies for their potential impact on and use in teaching, learning, and creative inquiry within the environment of pre-college education. Six emerging technologies are identified across three adoption horizons over the next one to five years, as well as key trends and challenges expected to continue over the same period, giving educators, school administrators, and practitioners a valuable guide for strategic technology planning. View the work will produce the report at www.k12.wiki.nmc.org.

The New Media Consortium, the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), with the support of HP, produced the NMC Horizon Report > 2013 K-12 Edition. This fifth edition in the annual K-12 series of the NMC Horizon Project examines emerging technologies for their potential impact on and use in teaching, learning, and creative inquiry within the environment of pre-college education. Six emerging technologies are identified across three adoption horizons over the next one to five years, as well as key trends and challenges expected to continue over the same period, giving educators, school administrators, and practitioners a valuable guide for strategic technology planning. View the work will produce the report at www.k12.wiki.nmc.org.

The New Media Consortium, the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), with the support of HP, produced the NMC Horizon Report > 2013 K-12 Edition. This fifth edition in the annual K-12 series of the NMC Horizon Project examines emerging technologies for their potential impact on and use in teaching, learning, and creative inquiry within the environment of pre-college education. Six emerging technologies are identified across three adoption horizons over the next one to five years, as well as key trends and challenges expected to continue over the same period, giving educators, school administrators, and practitioners a valuable guide for strategic technology planning. View the work will produce the report at www.k12.wiki.nmc.org.

Ideas that Matter: Keith R. Krueger discusses the problems in Technology and K-12, highlighting that the number of students in K-12 dwarfs Higher Ed. Only about 65% of school districts have a person dedicated to technology leadership and Keith feels that the metaphor for how K-12 thinks of technology is based on a hero-mentality with just one hero teacher or model school. Instead we need each school to be an ecosystem of innovation. Keith discusses the hurdles that are in the way of this goal. Keith R. Krueger is CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), a nonprofit organization that serves as the voice of K-12 school system technology leaders in North America. CoSN’s mission is empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning environments.

Ideas that Matter: Keith R. Krueger discusses the problems in Technology and K-12, highlighting that the number of students in K-12 dwarfs Higher Ed. Only about 65% of school districts have a person dedicated to technology leadership and Keith feels that the metaphor for how K-12 thinks of technology is based on a hero-mentality with just one hero teacher or model school. Instead we need each school to be an ecosystem of innovation. Keith discusses the hurdles that are in the way of this goal. Keith R. Krueger is CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), a nonprofit organization that serves as the voice of K-12 school system technology leaders in North America. CoSN’s mission is empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning environments.

The NMC Horizon Report > 2012 K-12 Edition is a collaborative research effort between the NMC, the Consortium of School Networking (CoSN), and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE). This edition of the NMC Horizon Report series discusses the top emerging technologies, trends, and challenges that the advisory board believes will have a major impact on teaching, learning, and creative inquiry in pre-college education over the next five years. The NMC Horizon Report > 2012 K-12 Edition identifies mobile devices & apps and tablet computing as technologies expected to enter mainstream use in the first horizon of one year or less. Game-based learning and personal learning environments are seen in the second horizon of two to three years; and augmented reality and natural user interfaces emerged in the third horizon of four to five years. The research and analysis contained in the report will help inform K-12 educators' technology strategies over the next five years.

The NMC Horizon Report > 2012 K-12 Edition is a collaborative research effort between the NMC, the Consortium of School Networking (CoSN), and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE). This edition of the NMC Horizon Report series discusses the top emerging technologies, trends, and challenges that the advisory board believes will have a major impact on teaching, learning, and creative inquiry in pre-college education over the next five years. The NMC Horizon Report > 2012 K-12 Edition identifies mobile devices & apps and tablet computing as technologies expected to enter mainstream use in the first horizon of one year or less. Game-based learning and personal learning environments are seen in the second horizon of two to three years; and augmented reality and natural user interfaces emerged in the third horizon of four to five years. The research and analysis contained in the report will help inform K-12 educators' technology strategies over the next five years.

The NMC Horizon Report > 2011 K-12 Edition is the third report in the K-12 series. In this edition, the New Media Consortium, the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) collaborate on identifying the emerging technologies and key trends and challenges that will impact teaching, learning, and creative inquiry in the K-12 sector over the next five years. View the work that produced the report here. Read the Flipbook version for your laptop, desktop, iPhone, and iPad. Download the presentation, which gives a visual overview of the contents of The NMC Horizon Report > 2011 K-12 Edition. The presentation was shared at conferences all over the world in conjunction with the release of the accompanying report.

The second Horizon Report for the K-12 sector describes the emerging technologies that will likely have a significant impact on K-12 education. This report was produced in partnership with the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) and was made possible via a grant from HP.

During the 13th Annual K-12 School Networking Conference of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) held in Washington, DC in March 2008, Cable in the Classroom helped moderate a panel discussion on Developing 21st Century Skills in School and District Leaders. CoSN is the country’s premier voice for K-12 education leaders who use technology strategically to improve teaching and learning.Members of the panel discussed the 2007 revised framework of the Partnership for 21st Century Skills, which offers a vision for educational technology leaders. The panel, comprised of experts from cutting-edge districts and thought leaders from higher education and the nonprofit sector, examined common assumptions and goals for technology integration in the context of the 21st century skills movement. More importantly, panelists and attendees discussed what skills, knowledge and expertise school leaders must have for our nation’s evolving learning expectations.For this podcast (MP3, 23.5MB), we spoke with one of the panelists, Terry Clark, a 2005 Cable's Leaders in Learning Award winner and the assistant superintendent for Instruction and Technology at Bethpage Union Free School District in New York. Mr. Clark discussed how teachers in his school district are currently implementing the revised framework of the Partnership for 21st Century Skills, which offers a vision for educational technology leaders.Web site resources:Consortium for School NetworkingPartnership for 21st Century SkillsBethpage Union Free School DistrictBethpage RadioCable's Leaders in Learning Awards