eChalk Connection

Nov 16, 2018

Students for Sale: The Hidden Price of Free Software

Advertising is a fact of life in modern society, but schools—and education technology companies—should be very careful about they types and quantity of ads students are exposed to while engaged in educational activities. 

Sep 24, 2018

What's the Best Solution for Parent-Teacher Communication?

A growing number of teachers are maintaining public webpages and signing up for freemium notification systems to keep everyone informed about homework, testing schedules and class events. How can you make it easier for everyone? 

May 21, 2018

Free School Software: Promises and Pitfalls

There are an extraordinary number of free resources available for teachers. When do you allow teachers to explore and use free software, and when do you set policy and provide a solution for everyone? 

Apr 09, 2018

Making PDFs Accessible for School Websites

Are PDFs on your website accessible for visitors using accessibility software? Read on for tips on making PDFs more accessible on school websites and alternate ways of presenting information.