Technology

June 6, 2019

Students in California log on in record numbers to take online state tests

At least 92 percent of students have access to the minimum internet speed needed, but some districts have to stagger test-takers to avoid glitches.

May 28, 2019

Almost a third of teenagers sleep with their phones, survey finds

About two-thirds of teenagers reported that they keep their mobile devices in bed or within reach at night.

May 14, 2019

State budget proposal would fund computer science coordinator, broadband expansion

Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing $15 million to expand broadband internet to more schools and an additional $1 million to hire a state computer science coordinator as a “down payment” on a comprehensive plan to provide access to computer science classes to all California students.

Diana Lambert

September 5, 2018

California adopts first computer science standards for K-12 students

The standards will guide teaching for K-12 students.

Diana Lambert

June 6, 2018

Good news for C students and English majors – tech jobs are for you, too, study says

Too many students think 'STEM is only for the smartest of the smart,' while millions of jobs go unfilled.

Carolyn Jones

May 3, 2018

A new venue for video games: K-12 classrooms

More teachers are using Minecraft and other digital games to teach history, science, math and other subjects.

Carolyn Jones

April 24, 2018

Rural schools find ways to bring science innovations closer to home

Mobile science labs, Skype lessons with scientists and robotics workshops are among the offerings at some remote schools.

Carolyn Jones

April 10, 2018

Illuminating science for blind students, with help from latest tech devices

The technology, combined with supportive teachers, has opened the door to science careers.

Carolyn Jones

February 19, 2018

‘Big data’ classes a big hit in California high schools

At least 30 high schools now offer classes in data science, one of the state's most in-demand and highest-paying careers.

Carolyn Jones

December 4, 2017

Coding lessons take spotlight this week across California and beyond

Computer Science Education Week part of a broad effort to prepare young people for jobs and diversify the tech field.

Carolyn Jones

October 22, 2017

Time children spend on mobile devices has tripled in four years

Six years ago only 52 percent of families with children 8 and under had a mobile device in the home, compared to 98 percent in 2017.

Ashley Hopkinson

October 1, 2017

Can we talk? Schools try to wrest cell phones from students' hands

Cell phones and social media can leave teenagers depressed and isolated, new research has found. Some schools are encouraging students to put down their phones and talk to each other.