EdTech Trail Mix: From Libraries to Learning Commons: Incorporating STEAM Education into Schools with David Jarboe

EdTech Innovation Committee Co-Chair David Jarboe (D2 Harrison Schools, Colorado) shared at a recent meeting that his district has embarked on a new initiative around incorporating STEAM education into their…
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EdTech Trail Mix: How to Transition Away from Sit-and-Get Instruction with Katie Harmon

For Katie Harmon, Director of Educational Technology at Westhill CSD and CoSN EdTech Innovation Committee Member, the vision for the district’s classrooms is for teachers to increase the amount of…
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Designing a Technology Acquisition Process

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you receive unexpected technology items, with the expectation that they will be seamlessly integrated into your network? As a technology leader,…
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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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Prepare for the Triathlon of Innovation with Free Resources from CoSN’s Driving K-12 Innovation Summit

What if there were a playbook or guide to inspire and encourage change in your district/school system/organization this year? CoSN’s Driving K-12 Innovation Report is that exact resource! Published at…
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4 Reasons that Change Management Is Essential for Scaling Innovation & Inertia of Education Systems

During the EdTech Innovation Committee’s December joint meeting with the Driving K-12 Innovation Advisory Board, one theme that was heard often throughout the brainstorming process was a need to address…
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Green Tech: How Beaverton School District Saves Money and the Planet with Innovative Device Repairs

Hi everyone, and welcome to our special behind-the-scenes look at how Beaverton School District in Beaverton, OR is revolutionizing device repairs and contributing to a more sustainable future. In this…
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Innovating with Intention: Moving K-12 EdTech from Shiny Object to True Impact

We’ve all been there — dazzled by the latest gadget or software promising to revolutionize education. But as Kermit the Frog wisely said, “It’s not easy being green” — or…
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The Importance of the ITS and Facilities Relationship

Introduction One of our jobs as CTOs is developing great relationships with other district leaders. IT touches every aspect of the modern K-12 district, and our success, as well as…
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Recipe for Success: 7 Key Ingredients to Incorporate AI & Curricular Resources

Generative artificial intelligence has been in our lives for a year now, and education leadership, teachers, and students are all navigating how to use it in the safest way possible.…
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