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Learning Resource Metadata Initiative Seeks Input from Education Professionals

Online survey participants will be entered to win one of five $25 Amazon gift cards

Philadelphia, PA, February 11, 2014 – The Learning Resource Metadata Initiative (LRMI) has launched a new survey to discover if and how states and districts are currently using education metadata. If they aren’t, the LRMI seeks to understand their level of interest in a metadata schema that could help them discover learning resources to optimize personalized learning. The survey is available online and is open now through Friday, February 21, 2014. Those who complete the survey will be entered to win a $25 Amazon gift card.

Smart Toys and Games, Inc. Partners with Hooked on Science

SmartMax Donation Helps Students Learn STEM Concepts

SAN FRANCISCO – February 6, 2014 – Smart Toys and Games, Inc., a leading producer of award-winning single-player logic games and the SmartMax® magnetic construction system has partnered with Hooked on Science, donating building sets that students can playfully explore the wonders of magnetism as part of learning STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) concepts.

Vernier Software & Technology Partners with KidWind to Bring Sensor Technology to Wind Turbine and Solar Panel Kits

Strategic partnership with KidWind signifies Vernier’s commitment to STEM education and renewable energy

BEAVERTON, Oregon, February 4, 2014 – As part of its commitment to science and STEM education, as well as renewable energy, Vernier Software & Technology has partnered with KidWind, the international leader of clean energy education. Through the strategic partnership, Vernier will integrate its award-winning sensors and data-collection devices into KidWind’s wind turbine and solar energy kits, which will now be sold by Vernier.

Vernier Software & Technology Introduces New Sensors for Hands-On Data Collection

Sensors allow for scientific discovery during high school and college-level laboratory experiments

BEAVERTON, Oregon, February 4, 2014 – Adding to its comprehensive collection of data-collection technology for science and STEM education, Vernier Software & Technology introduces new sensors for high school and college-level instruction. The Motion Encoder System, UV-VIS Spectrophotometer, Emissions Spectrometer, Photosynthetically Active Radiation (PAR) Sensor, and Potassium Ion-Selective Electrode allow for engaging investigations across multiple science disciplines.

Epson’s New Ultra-Short Throw Projectors Deliver Powerful Connectivity for the BYOD and One-to-One Classroom

Epson PowerLite 570, 575W, 580, 585W Offer Bright Images with Advanced Features for the Connected Classroom

ORLANDO, Fla. (FETC, Booth #631) – Jan. 29, 2014 – Epson, the number-one selling projector brand worldwide1, today introduced the Epson® PowerLite® 570, 575W, 580, and 585W – four bright, affordable and reliable ultra-short throw projectors designed for the connected K-12 classroom. Offering a Moderator functionality that allows a network of up to 50 personal devices to connect to the projectors, teachers can wirelessly control which personal devices are displayed, with up to four student screens shown simultaneously. In addition, the new projectors feature two HDMI ports, one with MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) support for connecting multiple digital devices, including mobile phones, tablets and other portable devices, for enriched high definition viewing capabilities.

Epson Announces New BrightLink Series with World’s First Touch-Enabled 3LCD Interactive Projector

Industry Leader Expands Interactive Learning Possibilities in the Classroom

ORLANDO, Fla. (FETC, Booth #631) – Jan. 29, 2014 – Epson, the number-one selling projector brand worldwide1, today introduced its new line of ultra-short throw interactive projectors – the BrightLink® 575Wi, 585Wi and 595Wi. Designed for K-12 and higher education markets, the series delivers advanced connectivity options, PC-free interactivity capabilities, interactivity over the network, Moderator software for ultimate collaboration, and up to 3,300 lumens of color brightness and 3,300 lumens of white light brightness2. The line also takes interactive capabilities one step further with the BrightLink 595Wi, the world’s first touch-enabled 3LCD interactive projector.

Vernier Launches Graphical Analysis™ for Android at Bett 2014

New app expands the type of mobile devices students can use to analyze scientific data

BEAVERTON, Oregon, January 21, 2014 – Vernier Software & Technology is broadening the opportunities for data collection in STEM classrooms with the release of Graphical Analysis™ for Android. Launching at the Bett Show 2014 in London, the app allows students to wirelessly stream data from Vernier’s LabQuest 2 and from Logger Pro to an Android device and then analyze scientific data.

The Learning Resource Metadata Initiative (LRMI) to Host SXSWedu Workshop

March 5, 2014, hands-on workshop will teach attendees how education metadata can help optimize learning

Philadelphia, PA, January 16, 2014 – As part of this year’s SXSWedu conference, the Learning Resource Metadata Initiative (LRMI) will examine the uses and benefits of the LRMI education metadata specification in a workshop entitled, “LRMI: Using Education Metadata to Support Learning.” The event will take place Wednesday, March 5, 2014, from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (CST) in Austin, TX. The annual SXSWedu conference features compelling sessions and workshops to drive meaningful conversation and collaboration around promising practices to improve teaching and learning.

New Guide to EdTech Procurement Released

Interactive Paper Provides Framework and Advice for District Leaders

NORTH BILLERICA, Mass., January 15, 2014—Curriculum Associates joins co-authors from Digital Learning Now! (DLN), a national initiative under the Foundation for Excellence in Education (ExcelinEd), Getting Smart, and The Learning Accelerator to release a new white paper titled “Smart Series Guide to EdTech Procurement."

Massachusetts-based Curriculum Associates Names Katie Nicholson Vice President of Online Assessment

Nicholson to drive strategic direction and oversight of Curriculum Associates’ award-winning i-Ready® Diagnostic

NORTH BILLERICA, Mass., January 14, 2014—Massachusetts-based educational publisher Curriculum Associates has promoted Katie Nicholson to Vice President of Online Assessment. In this role, Nicholson will drive the strategic direction and oversight of the award-winning i-Ready® online assessment program, including its adaptive Diagnostic, progress monitoring assessments, and future assessment offerings. Nicholson will additionally lead all of the company’s research and efficacy studies.