Although K–12 school districts spend billions on educational technology, often students are left out of the tech buying process. But including students in procurement decisions can boost learning and ensure that the technology meets the needs of students.
Recent research from ISTE+ASCD found that incorporating student input leads to more ease of use for tech tools and a “clear, intuitive user interface.” They also prefer a customized experience without flashy features, according to the organization.
Alana Winnick, educational technology director and data protection officer at the Pocantico…
