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Google giving $500K to expand robotics and AI education programs in Washington state

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(Google Photo) Google’s philanthropic arm is giving a $500,000 grant to expand access to robotics and artificial intelligence education programs across Washington state middle schools, the company announced Friday. The Alphabet-owned tech giant has a sizable workforce in Kirkland and the greater Seattle area.

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What's New with CompTIA? Cybersecurity Programs, Member Education—and More

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Univ. of Washington launches research center to tackle computer science education challenges

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GeekWire Photo / Lisa Stiffler) Despite technology seeping into practically every corner of our lives, computer-related education in Washington is woefully limited. There aren’t enough programs for training new or existing teachers in the subject. Other programs participating in LCI include the Paul G. Last year, 8.4%

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How technology is shaping education in Saudi Arabia

CIO Business Intelligence

During the pandemic, an estimated 1.500 million students missed school, institutions adopted smart technologies to ensure the continuity of education. The importance of education in supporting the success of Saudi Vision 2030 cannot be overstated. From what I see across the nation, there is an emphasis on STEM.

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eLearning Platforms: Revolutionizing Education in 2024

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The education system has undergone a huge transformation since the world has become more digital. Be it academic or skill-based studying, the eLearning platform offers a variety of educational designs. How Does eLearning Platform Help Education in 2024? Table of Contents I. How Does eLearning Platform Help in 2024?

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University education still matters, especially for generational economic mobility

Trends in the Living Networks

Formal education is critical for generational mobility, allowing young people to transcend engrained perceptions to not just learn, but demonstrate their capabilities by recognised paths. I have long pointed to the decreasing relevance of higher education. Yet it’s absolutely true that these views come from a position of privilege.

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Interoperability Unveiled: Connecting the Dots in Educational Technology

Kitaboo

Today’s K-12 education landscape consists of a rich tapestry of digital tools and platforms, each serving a distinct purpose in modern education. It fragments data, obstructing a comprehensive view of student progress and impeding educators’ ability to leverage insights effectively.