Beyond the Visible: Recognizing and Accommodating Invisible Disabilities
The concept of accessibility for individuals with disabilities has been an evolving journey, significantly propelled by landmark legislation such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Enacted over three decades…
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CoSN’s Digital Equity Dashboard
CoSN’s new Digital Equity Dashboard is an essential tool for school and community leaders to ensure that all students have equitable access to devices, connectivity, and other digital resources. This…
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10 Key CoSN Back-to-School resources for Ed Tech Leaders
1) Digital Equity Dashboard CoSN’s Digital Equity Dashboard is an innovative and practical tool designed to help school districts and communities leverage data to close digital equity gaps. This powerful…
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Women in IT Leadership – ASU/GSV’s Brave New World
CoSN’s EdTech Leadership Survey Report of 2022 noted an upward trend of women in IT leadership from the previous report. In 2020, 25% of IT leaders were female while the…
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IT & AT: How are inclusive tech practices being tackled to support equity in your district?
District leaders, how are teams across your district ensuring that all students, including those with disabilities, have seamless access to instructional materials and tools for learning? Is there a leader…
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10 Tips & Recommendations to Attracting & Retaining Educators and IT Professionals
Lack of support, low pay, minimal flexibility, burnout, work/life imbalance, better career opportunities – there are a lot of reasons why teachers and IT professionals are leaving education. According to…
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Back to School Blog
This year finally feels more like the typical beginning of school. Breathe, smile, and get ready to focus on your needs! To prepare yourselves and your teams for the ongoing…
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Ector County ISD: Creating a Connected Community
Ector County Independent School District is an economically challenged district in Odessa, Texas. The primary source of income for families in this rural district is oil field work. Hence, the…
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Aldine ISD: Student Home Connectivity Challenges and Opportunities
The need for online remote access to K-12 instruction and learning resources is now integral to the education system. Factors identified in the 2021 CoSN Home Internet Connectivity Study include…
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A Little Standardization Can Be a Big Help
When I hear the term standardization, I immediately think of my dad’s work as a lifelong UAW member in Flint, Michigan. As a line worker in an automotive factory, everything…
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