Articles By Ernie Smith

Ernie Smith

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Ernie Smith is a former contributor to EdTech and a tech history nut who researches vintage operating systems for fun.

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Management

FETC 2021: 5 Tactics School Admins Can Use to Support Remote and Hybrid Learning

An understanding of both technical and leadership needs will help administrators make the most of an ongoing, but still difficult, situation.

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Classroom

FETC 2021: Rebuilding Learning Beyond the Classroom

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Security

FETC 2021: Ensuring Security on Campus and Off

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Classroom

FETC 2021: Classroom Tech Helps Schools Manage the Transition to Virtual and Hybrid Learning

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Management

FETC 2021: Finding Ways to Lead Amid the Pandemic

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Digital Workspace

FETC 2021: This Year’s Gathering Reflects Shift to Virtual and Hybrid Education

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Hardware

How Mimeographs Transformed Information Sharing in Schools

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Classroom

Microsoft DOS and the Long History of Educational Games

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