Students in several counties on Monday ran into problems trying to log in to the state’s online testing system, leading to testing delays.
Finding the Technical Know-How to Build Your Great Startup Idea
Here’s a common problem that many aspiring ed-tech entrepreneurs face: They have a great idea, but they don’t know how to build it.
Smarter Balanced Tests Made Optional in Montana After Glitches
Montana’s state superintendent says statewide assessments will be made optional, following problems on a test administered by the vendor Measured Progress.
Social Media for Teachers: Guides, Resources, and Ideas
For teachers taking their first steps into the ed-tech world, Twitter, Facebook, and other social media networks are incredible places to consume and learn about best practices.
Idaho Failure to Implement Pearson LMS Blasted in Report
A state review blames Idaho’s failure to implement Schoolnet on mismanagement and problems with the $61 million learning management system.
Pearson, PARCC Criticized for Monitoring Social Media for Test Security
An alleged effort by New Jersey officials to monitor whether students were sharing information about common-core exams through social media has stirred controversy.
Fla. Districts Tripped Up on Online Tests, and Vendor Takes Responsibility
The American Institutes for Research says a problem with data and testing servers caused breakdowns with online exams Monday in Florida.
Feds Offer Advice on ‘Terms of Service’ to Require of Ed-Tech Vendors
Federal officials have published model “terms of service” to help guide districts on what privacy policies to demand from vendors.
Opportunities and Challenges for Entrepreneurs in China’s Ed-Tech Market
There is a massive opportunity for ed-tech ventures to tackle the large Chinese education market. The needs, challenges and rewards for working in China are great.
With Data-Privacy Pledge, Ed-Tech Providers Also Face Legal Obligation
Companies signing a student-data privacy pledge could be subject to federal or state enforcement actions if they don’t live up to their word.