Content Master: ED-5044: Technology and a Vision for the Future

Bass, B. (2021). The effect of technology funding on school-level student proficiency. Economics of Education Review, 84. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.econedurev.2021.102151
This study investigates the relationship between technology funding and student academic performance, focusing on how schools allocate resources to improve proficiency in subjects like math and English. Bass analyzes data on funding eligibility, technology acquisitions, and their impact on student achievement, concluding that the effective use of technology funding can lead to significant improvements in school performance, provided resources are utilized strategically to support instructional goals.

Keane, T., & Keane, W. (2020). A vision of the digital future: Government funding as a catalyst for 1 to 1 computing in schools. Education and Information Technologies, 25(20), 845-861.https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-019-09988-y
This article explores the transformation of educational practices through large-scale technology programs, such as the Digital Education Revolution, which enabled the transition to one-to-one computing models in schools. The authors examine how funding initiatives have played a critical role in advancing digital education by providing students and teachers with better access to technology. They also discuss the broader implications for educational outcomes and the digital competencies required for future learners in an increasingly technology-driven world.

O’Hara, G., Lapworth, E., & Lampert, C. (2020). Cultivating digiization competencies: A case study in leveraging grants as learning opportunities in libraries and archives. Information Technology & Libraries, 39(4), 1-31. https://doi.org/10.6017/ital.v39i4.11859
This article focuses on the development of digitization competencies for both teachers and students, emphasizing the need for continuous professional development in educational settings. The authors argue that technology funding, when used for teacher training and digital infrastructure improvements, plays a vital role in equipping schools with the skills needed to integrate technology effectively. The study highlights the importance of long-term planning and ongoing support to ensure that technology investments translate into meaningful educational advancements.

United States Department of Education: Office of Education Funding. (2024). Funding digital learning. https://tech.ed.gov/funding/
This resource provides various funding opportunities available for schools to enhance digital learning. It focuses on government grants and other federal programs, designed to support schools in acquiring technology for remote learning and classroom use.

LinkedIn Learning. (2022, May 12). Nonprofit fundraising: A beginner’s guide [Video]. https://www.linkedin.com/learning/nonprofit-fundraising-a-beginner-s-guide/the-evolution-of-giving?autoSkip=true&resume=false&u=2168252 (NU Linked-In Account Supported)
Relationships are part of our daily lives, and focusing on them is a proven method for successful communication. This course explores raising funds successfully through long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationships.