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Live from NewSchools Summit 2019: Are artificial intelligence and machine learning contributing to racial bias in tech?

Artificial intelligence and machine learning are poised to revolutionize how we interact with and benefit from technology. Expectations are especially high in ed tech, where AI and ML promise to accelerate more equitable outcomes for all students. But when bias – implicit or otherwise – is baked into the algorithms, are these solutions really being designed with all students in mind? Join us for a crucial look at equity in ed tech and how you can help to ensure that products remain accountable to an inclusive vision of student success.

The NewSchools-Gallup Ed Tech Survey: Full Report on Usage by Educators and Teachers

The Education Technology Use in Schools report reflects the views of students, teachers, principals and district administrators on digital learning tools. Including the perspectives of those most familiar with the impact of these tools in schools can lend important clarity for those seeking to develop new and innovative ways to help teachers teach and help students learn.

How do we define an expanded definition of student success?

We invest in new innovative schools that embrace an expanded definition of student success which we define as strong academics combined with important mindsets, skills and habits. This infographic includes key components and details of an expanded definition of student success.

Live from NewSchools Summit 2019: Ed Tech, Mo’ Tech or No Tech?

The debate over screen time and the role of technology in children’s lives has reached a fever pitch. To what degree should we embrace tech as a means to support our children’s education? Would schools and parents be better off abandoning tech completely? Watch a rowsing-but-civil debate on the role that technology should (and shouldn’t) play in children’s lives and decide for yourself.