Technology August 2018

Financial Fruit: Apple Becomes 1st Trillion-Dollar Company [Beyond Education]

Apple has become the world's first publicly traded company to be valued at $1 trillion. The milestone marks the financial fruit of stylish technology that has redefined society since two mavericks named Steve started the company 42 years ago. The peak reached Thursday seemed unimaginable in 1997 when Apple teetered on the edge of bankruptcy, with its stock trading for less than $1.

Technology July 2018

UPenn Online Master’s Degree

The University of Pennsylvania’s School of Engineering and Applied Science has just launched its first completely online master’s degree.

Technology July 2018

Teenager Creates Site Giving Children Answers On Deportation [On A Positive Note In Education]

A high school student has designed an online resource to help immigrant children and teenagers learn how to prepare for the possible deportations of parents or guardians. Sixteen-year-old Jody Bell said she came up with the idea after hearing firsthand the concerns of some close friends who were afraid to speak with guidance counselors or adults about their fears surrounding deportation.

Technology July 2018

Schools Eye Facial Recognition Technology To Boost Security [Education News]

The surveillance system that has kept watch on students entering Lockport schools for over a decade is getting a novel upgrade. Facial recognition technology soon will check each face against a database of expelled students, sex offenders and other possible troublemakers.

Technology July 2018

CSU Offering More Than 3,000 Online Courses [Education News]

California State University Fully Online is offering more than 3,000 online courses to their current students. Through the Graduation Initiative 2025, CSU students can take one free fully-online course offered at another CSU campus every term. CSU fully online opens the door for students to have access to a wide variety of courses that might not be available at their home campus.

Technology July 2018

Princeton To Deploy New 911 Technology With Pinpoint Mobile Data Accuracy [Education News]

Princeton University’s Department of Public Safety Communication Center is one of the first in the nation to deploy a new 911 technology. The new technology allows the capability to have pinpoint-accurate 911 mobile data when Apple introduces its new iPhone later this year. Princeton will be able to access the data for 911 mobile calls made within their jurisdiction.

Technology July 2018

College Debuts Social Media Certificate Program [Education News]

North Shore Community College is launching a 30-credit social media certificate program this fall for those who want to pursue a career in the ever-changing field. Courses in the certificate program will include marketing, advertising, social media marketing strategy, e-marketing and introduction to business, digital photography, integrated design principles, electronic imaging, and composition and public speaking.

Technology July 2018

Google Working With 25 Community Colleges To Offer New IT Course [Education News]

Google will be coming to LaGuardia Community College in order for New Yorkers to achieve tech literacy and have more access to digital economic opportunities. LaGuardia is one of over 25 Community Colleges in seven states (CA, IL, MI, NY, OH, TX and WI) that are being funded through JFF, a workforce development nonprofit funded by Google.org.

Technology July 2018

I Never Said That! High-Tech Deception Of 'Deepfake' Videos [Beyond Education]

New technology on the internet lets anyone make videos of real people appearing to say things they've never said. Republicans and Democrats predict this high-tech way of putting words in someone's mouth will become the latest weapon in disinformation wars against the United States and other Western democracies.

Technology June 2018

High Court: Online Shoppers Can Be Forced To Pay Sales Tax [Beyond Education]

The Supreme Court says states can force online shoppers to pay sales tax. The 5-4 ruling Thursday is a win for states, who said they were losing out on billions of dollars annually under two decades-old Supreme Court decisions that impacted online sales tax collection.

Technology June 2018

Tips For Making Your Social Media Profiles Look More Professional For College [Education News]

Social Media can make or break college applicants being accepted at the college or university of their choice. Students have faced disciplinary actions for using offensive language and images in private group chats throughout social media platforms. The Princeton Review has come up with social media tips for college applicants to revamp their social media presence.

Technology May 2018

Facebook To Label Election-Related 'Issue Ads' In US [News In Education And Beyond]

Facebook is expanding its advertising disclosure requirements to cover all U.S. ads on polarized issues such as gun control and abortion rights, even if they don't endorse a particular candidate. Ads coming from specific candidates have already included a disclosure label since October.