Open-source technology is defined by its dimensions of transparency and freedom. This type of software is produced by a growing community and has begun to compete with and complement commercial products in both K-12 and higher education settings. Key Characteristics of Open-source Technology The core characteristics of open-source technology include: The software used in the Read More
Month: November 2025
The Challenges of Rural Education
The challenges faced by rural educational communities are unique and often exacerbated by factors related to demographics, resources, and geography. School leaders in these areas must navigate shifting content expectations, new discoveries from the learning sciences, and evolving technology, all within restrictive constraints. The core challenges identified in the sources include: Structural and Resource Limitations Read More
Supporting New Teachers with Open Source Technology
a post based in a book chapter I published a few years ago Educational environments today demand that teachers constantly evolve their curriculum to reflect rapidly changing content expectations and new discoveries from the learning sciences. For educators who are developing previously untaught curricula or using unfamiliar tools and methods, robust support is essential. Fortunately, Read More