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Jennifer Roland

Jennifer Roland is an experienced ed tech writer, having worked on various ISTE publications for 12 years before striking out on her own. Her work has appeared in Ed Tech: Focus on K-12, NPR-affiliate KQED’s education blog MindShift and edCetera. Jennifer’s first book, "The Best of Learning & Leading with Technology," was published by ISTE in 2009. Follow her posts about ed tech and marketing at edtechcopywriter.com. Follow her on Twitter: @jenroland

Posts By Jennifer Roland

Technology in the classroom enhances student collaboration and makes teachers' jobs easier.
Teaching with Tech

Collaboration Matters — and Technology in the Classroom Helps

Smart technology in the classroom helps to foster collaboration — one of the most important skills kids can learn.

Virtual reality tours can help students choose the right college
Education

Virtual Reality Tours Can Help Every Student Pick the Right College

Not all students can afford to visit colleges in person to find the right fit. Virtual reality tours open up the campus experience to all students.

Calendar tools can make a huge difference in how teachers manage their classrooms.
K-12 Tech

Finding the Right Educational Calendar Tool for Your School

Scheduling classroom activities, homework due dates and parent meetings can be a nightmare. But a good calendar tool makes it easy and fast.

Computer science curriculum can inspire students to study Computer Science at an early age, with a special focus on inspiring young women
Education

4 Tips to Increase Student Participation in Computer Science Curriculum

Want to increase student interest and participation in your computer science curriculum? These ideas will help your district prepare computing rock stars.

The Flipped Classroom: A look at the flipped classroom and how it works in different subject areas,
Education

How Does a Flipped Classroom Work?

You've heard a lot of talk about the flipped classroom and blended learning. Find out how these instructional models work — and if they're a fit for you.

Many teachers are joining the Hour of Code to encourage their students to further pursue computer science fields.
K-12 Tech

Why the Hour of Code Is Right for Your Students

The Hour of Code is a great way to expose students to computer science. Here's a rundown of how to participate.

Cloud printing solutions help educators save money and become more efficient.
Education

Cloud Printing Solutions Make Schools More Efficient

As school budgets shrink, many educators are looking for ways to save money. Cloud printing solutions help schools become more efficient.

Virtual education planning can help teachers take advantage of digital resources in their lessons.
Education

Using a Virtual Education Platform to Enhance STEM Teaching

Struggling to get your students interested in STEM careers? Nepris, a virtual education platform, could be the solution you're looking for.

As schools become increasingly reliant on digital materials, educators are providing forward-thinking solutions to the need for wireless technology in schools.
Education

Meeting the Need for High-Quality Wireless Technology in Schools [CASE STUDY]

Students and teachers need high-speed wireless technology in schools — here's the story of how one district provided that in a full-service solution.

Digital signage for education can help keep students and staff safe during emergencies.
Video Digital Signage

The Connected Campus: Using Digital Signage to Accelerate Emergency Response

Digital signage for education is a powerful solution for emergency messaging and everyday communication on college and university campuses.