Top Tips to Protect Student Data and Privacy
By Yasmin Ranade
Many learning platforms treat student data as consumer data, raising more red flags regarding student data privacy and compliance.
Tag: distance education
Mathematics Software Supports Student Learning
By Yasmin Ranade
Waterloo-based Maplesoft, provider of mathematics-based software to STEM educators, researchers and engineers, has launched Maple Learn, a free, online learning tool to make it easier for students and researchers to analyse and solve mathematical problems. It is also cool to note that this software is powered by the world’s most powerful mathematics engine, which is used by NASA and the Canadian Space Agency.
National Teacher Survey Shows Importance of STEM and Digital Skills Training
By Yasmin Ranade
Canadian teachers clearly recognize the importance of digital skills and STEM knowledge for their students– yet there are clearly barriers preventing them from advancing their skill sets further.”
The Latest Chromebooks To Consider For Distance Learning And More
By Christine Persaud
School boards are providing Chromebooks for students who need them. But some parents are using this as an opportunity to invest in a Chromebook their kids can use for personal activities as well, through the summer, and from year to year.
Back-to-School 2020 Checklist Part 1: Tech You Need
By Christine Persaud
Regardless of which back to school option you choose, kids will resume their education come September. And there are products and gear they’ll need and/or can use, whether they’ll be working from home or in a classroom.
So what will they need in terms of technology?
Distance Learning Requires More than Technical Support
by Lee Rickwood
Well-planned and well-delivered online learning experiences are meaningfully different from courses offered online in response to a crisis or disaster.