Technology & Data Infrastructure

Desktops, laptops, and tablets play a necessary role in the successful implementation of innovative learning models. These devices serve as conduits for information, content, software, and collaboration in an innovative environment, but the right technology, data systems, and processes (including back-end and front-end infrastructures) must be in place.

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Two students in front of blue wall, sitting at desk, looking at laptops

Student-Centered Acceptable Use Policy at BPS

Case study of Boston Public Schools' AUP strategy

Guide: Procurement

Key considerations when buying EdTech devices

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Trailblazer Elementary School

Trailblazer's 1 to X Device Approach

Calibrating device ratio based on instructional need rather than by student

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Chicopee Public Schools

Driving EdTech Systems: Chicopee Public Schools

What does edtech systems improvement look like in practice?

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Advice: Device Expectations

Establish clear rules and procedures for devices

Elementary student sits at desk with headphones on while holding tablet in front of him

Advice: Hardware Selection

Choose hardware last

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Driving EdTech Systems: Inventory Your EdTech Tools

Root edtech systems improvement in a strong understanding of your edtech portfolio

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Bronx Arena High School

Separate School and Home Devices

Providing high quality devices for each student at school, as well as loaner devices they can take home

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Metro Nashville Public Schools

Technical Support Centers for Families

Creating technical support centers to support students and families during remote learning

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Roots Elementary

Roots' Mobile Device Management

Employing Meraki Networks to centrally provision iPads

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Roots Elementary

Verifying Student Learning Locations through QR Codes

Students check in to learning zones using QR codes to verify they are where they need to be

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Locust Grove Middle School

1:1 Devices at Locust Grove

Enhancing personalized learning by going one-to-one in the third year of implementation

Two students sitting at desks inside classroom while working on Chromebooks

Advice: Chromebooks

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Roots Elementary

Extended Learning

Home device access to extend learning beyond school time

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Advice: Creating an Acceptable Use Policy

Clearly and consistently convey policies for safety, privacy, and use