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Want to Buy Ed-Tech That Isn't Evil? Here's How
- The edtech industry is growing rapidly, offering a plethora of products to K-12 schools and universities with no mandatory licensing process for quality assurance.
- Concerns over edtech products potentially harming children due to lack of oversight have been raised by experts and organizations like UNESCO.
- Educators and administrators are advised to evaluate the necessity of edtech tools, seek demonstrations, and consider reviews before purchasing.
- Factors such as educational impact, student privacy, and data security should be thoroughly assessed before adopting any edtech solutions.
- Expert recommendations include involving students in product evaluations, seeking peer reviews, and ensuring vendors prioritize privacy agreements.
- Organizations like EdTech Impact and Education Alliance Finland provide evaluations and certifications for edtech products, aiding decision-making for schools.
- Collaborative efforts among districts and parents are suggested to negotiate better privacy agreements with edtech vendors.
- The growing influence of edtech in education highlights the need for thorough scrutiny to ensure the effective use of technology resources.
- Schools have spent billions on edtech, especially during the pandemic, emphasizing the importance of informed decision-making in technology procurement.
- Educators acknowledge the challenges but emphasize the importance of asking the right questions to make informed choices about edtech integration.
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