Microsoft’s move to make many of its communication, collaboration and productivity tools free to K–12 users in the cloud could transform teaching and learning.

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Tech Trends

Steady Stream

Delivering complex applications to students without crippling the network is a key challenge for IT staff. Virtualization can help.

Report Card

Always On

A Voice over IP solution from ShoreTel helps this Wisconsin district streamline communications and reduce monthly support costs.

Product Review

Shoot, Score

This compact video camcorder is easy on users — and the budget.

Product Review

Prime Time

Despite its light profile, this ultrabook is a heavy-duty performer.

Features

Feature

Tip of the Iceberg

A network overhaul sets the stage for future technology enhancements and improved student achievement in central California.

Feature

Tool Time

IT staff record and distribute video training to help teachers get up to speed with new classroom technology.

Feature

Now & Later

Technology deployments, professional development and more engaging classroom activities are changing what, where and how students learn.

Opinion

Contributor Column

Living Social

The woman leading the nation’s second-largest school district's social media communications explains why it’s so important.

Contributor Column

Form and Function, Fused

Dayton Regional STEM School students use both sides of their brain to create science-inspired artwork.

Letter From the Editor

Capacity Planning

The key to readying an infrastructure for ubiquitous wireless is careful planning.

Contributor Column

Full STE(A)M Ahead

Two teachers reveal how the Dayton Regional STEM School in Ohio is making the arts a core component of its technology-centric instruction.