https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/tech-purchasing Tech Purchasing en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:56:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/schools-spend-billions-on-ai-but-struggle-to-figure-out-whats-worth-buying/2026/08 Some school district officials feel overwhelmed by the array of choices of AI learning tools. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:56:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/schools-spend-billions-on-ai-but-struggle-to-figure-out-whats-worth-buying/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/schools-spend-30-billion-on-tech-how-can-they-invest-in-it-more-wisely/2025/10 A new report outlines steps districts can take to save money on tech purchases and protect the environment. Fri, 10 Oct 2025 20:48:13 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/schools-spend-30-billion-on-tech-how-can-they-invest-in-it-more-wisely/2025/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/sponsor/viewsonic/calculating-the-true-total-cost-of-ownership-viewsonic-manager-saves-time-and-money When schools evaluate interactive displays, it’s smart to focus on specs like advanced security features, input options, annotation tools... Wed, 10 Sep 2025 13:33:14 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/sponsor/viewsonic/calculating-the-true-total-cost-of-ownership-viewsonic-manager-saves-time-and-money https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-this-district-cut-hundreds-of-ed-tech-tools-and-saved-1m/2025/07 Denver Public Schools has saved about $1 million from culling digital tools. Wed, 02 Jul 2025 19:30:21 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-this-district-cut-hundreds-of-ed-tech-tools-and-saved-1m/2025/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/this-tool-aims-to-save-district-leaders-1-000-hours-a-year-in-vetting-ed-tech/2025/07 Leaders in four states will promote an ed-tech index, developed in part by ISTE, among district leaders. Tue, 01 Jul 2025 21:44:52 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/this-tool-aims-to-save-district-leaders-1-000-hours-a-year-in-vetting-ed-tech/2025/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/schools-brace-for-tariff-related-price-increases-of-chromebooks-and-ipads/2025/05 School-issued devices in many districts need to be replaced, but rising prices could prevent those plans. Tue, 06 May 2025 19:05:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/schools-brace-for-tariff-related-price-increases-of-chromebooks-and-ipads/2025/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/federal-ed-tech-dollars-are-running-out-what-happens-next/2025/01 Many state officials aren't confident in continued investment in education technology initiatives financed by pandemic relief money. Tue, 14 Jan 2025 21:32:32 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/federal-ed-tech-dollars-are-running-out-what-happens-next/2025/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/the-reality-of-change-how-embracing-and-planning-for-change-can-shape-your-edtech-strategy Promethean edtech experts delve into the reality of tech change and explore how embracing and planning for it can be your most powerful strategy for maximizing ROI. Thu, 12 Dec 2024 02:53:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/the-reality-of-change-how-embracing-and-planning-for-change-can-shape-your-edtech-strategy https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-a-new-tech-resource-aims-to-help-student-well-being/2024/10 The K-12 Mental Health Tech Navigator offers a roadmap for schools to follow. Mon, 07 Oct 2024 21:05:34 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-a-new-tech-resource-aims-to-help-student-well-being/2024/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/los-angeles-unifieds-ai-meltdown-5-ways-districts-can-avoid-the-same-mistakes/2024/07 The district didn't clearly define the problem it was trying to fix with AI, experts say. Instead, it bought into the hype. Mon, 08 Jul 2024 20:35:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/los-angeles-unifieds-ai-meltdown-5-ways-districts-can-avoid-the-same-mistakes/2024/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/schools-cant-evaluate-all-those-ed-tech-products-help-is-on-the-way/2024/06 Many districts don't have the time or expertise to carefully evaluate the array of ed-tech tools on the market. Mon, 24 Jun 2024 17:14:34 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/schools-cant-evaluate-all-those-ed-tech-products-help-is-on-the-way/2024/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/from-chaos-to-clarity-how-to-master-edtech-management-and-future-proof-your-evaluation-processes The road to a thriving educational technology environment is paved with planning, collaboration, and effective evaluation. Mon, 17 Jun 2024 19:04:51 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/from-chaos-to-clarity-how-to-master-edtech-management-and-future-proof-your-evaluation-processes https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/a-new-digital-divide-low-income-students-see-more-ads-in-the-tech-their-schools-use/2024/02 Students from the lowest-income families are the most likely to attend schools that do not systematically vet their education technology. Wed, 14 Feb 2024 22:41:16 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/a-new-digital-divide-low-income-students-see-more-ads-in-the-tech-their-schools-use/2024/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-3-districts-are-integrating-tech-into-math-instruction-and-what-theyve-learned/2023/09 Finding the right digital math tool for a district’s instructional philosophy, culture, and capacity is a challenge, educators say. Mon, 18 Sep 2023 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-3-districts-are-integrating-tech-into-math-instruction-and-what-theyve-learned/2023/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-schools-can-avoid-wasting-money-on-technology/2023/06 A district leader shares ways to ensure ed-tech tools are worth the investment. Wed, 28 Jun 2023 23:45:43 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-schools-can-avoid-wasting-money-on-technology/2023/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/chromebooks-short-lifespan-costs-schools-billions-of-dollars-report-finds/2023/04 Doubling the lifespan of Chromebooks would save schools $1.8 billion, a U.S. PIRG Education Fund report estimates. Wed, 26 Apr 2023 20:45:44 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/chromebooks-short-lifespan-costs-schools-billions-of-dollars-report-finds/2023/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/build-an-effective-edtech-stack-for-your-students Join respected experts to learn about best practices and possibilities for tech-enabled redesign and inclusivity. Tue, 11 Apr 2023 23:46:27 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/build-an-effective-edtech-stack-for-your-students https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/ed-dept-outlines-how-schools-can-use-federal-funds-to-sustain-tech-programs/2023/01 School districts can use federal funds to support digital learning programs started during the pandemic. Wed, 25 Jan 2023 15:02:25 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/ed-dept-outlines-how-schools-can-use-federal-funds-to-sustain-tech-programs/2023/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-districts-can-stay-ahead-of-their-aging-ed-tech-3-expert-tips/2022/11 Now is the time to put in place plans to sustain the expanded use of technology, experts say. Fri, 04 Nov 2022 20:23:09 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-districts-can-stay-ahead-of-their-aging-ed-tech-3-expert-tips/2022/11 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/does-your-school-really-need-that-technology-7-questions-to-ask/2022/09 Ed-tech leaders are considering effectiveness, teacher satisfaction, and other factors when asking those questions. Tue, 27 Sep 2022 19:53:12 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/does-your-school-really-need-that-technology-7-questions-to-ask/2022/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/what-schools-can-do-now-to-ensure-their-new-technology-lasts-beyond-the-covid-cash-boom/2022/05 Devices bought with federal emergency funds are going to be outdated in a few years, with no new money to replace them. Tue, 17 May 2022 18:01:12 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/what-schools-can-do-now-to-ensure-their-new-technology-lasts-beyond-the-covid-cash-boom/2022/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/video-video-the-tech-tools-that-are-here-to-stay/2022/03 The pandemic has forever altered the way educators and administrators do business—from checking on students’ math understanding to conducting meetings to providing mental health supports. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 16:25:51 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/video-video-the-tech-tools-that-are-here-to-stay/2022/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/pandemic-tech-tools-that-are-here-to-stay/2022/03 Videoconferencing platforms, social-emotional-learning supports, and digital math tools took root during the pandemic, survey data show. Tue, 08 Mar 2022 22:50:07 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/pandemic-tech-tools-that-are-here-to-stay/2022/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/tech-purchasing-decisions-are-super-hard-new-initiative-aims-to-help/2021/10 ISTE and other education technology organizations are creating a hub to give district leaders in-depth information about tech products. Mon, 11 Oct 2021 20:51:53 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/tech-purchasing-decisions-are-super-hard-new-initiative-aims-to-help/2021/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/is-this-going-to-piss-people-off-how-to-make-tough-tech-decisions/2021/07 The reopening of schools carries with it a host of technology decisions that could have an outsized impact on students' and teachers' lives. Tue, 20 Jul 2021 14:51:15 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/is-this-going-to-piss-people-off-how-to-make-tough-tech-decisions/2021/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/dont-buy-stupid-stuff-essential-advice-for-technology-purchasing/2021/07 School districts have more digital devices on their hands than ever before. Here's what they can do to get the biggest bang for their buck. Tue, 20 Jul 2021 14:50:54 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/dont-buy-stupid-stuff-essential-advice-for-technology-purchasing/2021/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/accelerating-learning-tech-advice-to-make-it-happen/2021/07 Accelerating learning through technology isn't as easy as putting a kid in front of a computer, experts and educators say. Tue, 20 Jul 2021 14:50:34 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/accelerating-learning-tech-advice-to-make-it-happen/2021/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-to-make-the-best-tech-decisions-for-schools-a-downloadable-guide/2021/07 Identify gaps, assess available solutions, solicit input from end users, and test drive new products, services, or approaches. Tue, 20 Jul 2021 14:50:14 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-to-make-the-best-tech-decisions-for-schools-a-downloadable-guide/2021/07