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First computerized adaptive tests are given to students in Portland, Oregon Public Schools. NWEA
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SMART creates the SMART Board interactive whiteboard, establishing the interactive whiteboard product category. Students can now interact in the classroom with a fun new advancement. SMART boards <a
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Internet access is introduced in schools. A majority of students and teachers are using interactive sites such as Moodle and blogging sites. Internet
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The E-Rate program is implemented and put into effect in schools. Schools must meet CIPA standards to receive funding. eRate
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CIPA provides safe and appropriate content for children who are browsing the Internet. Parents and teachers do not have to worry about children having access to unsuitable websites. CIPA
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Idaho is the first to adopt NWEA assessments as the state-wide test. NWEA
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Netbooks are small, lightweight, interactive textbooks. It is an inexpensive laptop computer used in schools for students and teachers. They usually replace textbooks, but can be used for other educational activities as well. Netbooks
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The plan applies advanced technologies used in our daily lives to our entire education system to improve student learning, accelerate and scale up the adoption of effective practices, and use data and information for continuous improvement. National Education Technology Plan
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Facebook and Twitter are used in classroom lectures for assignments and discussions. Facebook and Twitter