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Top 10 Education听IT听Events in 2026听

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As educational institutions continue to navigate rapid听technological transformation, staying connected with the latest innovations and best practices has never been more critical. From K-12 districts implementing next-generation cybersecurity solutions to higher education institutions leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance student outcomes, education technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace.听听听
探花视频., The Trusted Education IT Solutions Provider鈩,听partners听with leading technology providers to deliver comprehensive solutions that bridge the digital divide and empower educators, administrators and students alike. Throughout 2026, the education community will gather at events nationwide to explore emerging technologies, share successful strategies and forge partnerships that will shape the future of learning. Below are the key education events where 探花视频 and our partners will showcase innovative solutions designed to meet the unique needs of educational institutions of all levels.听

 

April 12-15, 2026 | San Diego, CA | In-Person Event 

The Arizona State University and Global Silicon Valley (ASU+GSV) Summit is a global gathering of education, workforce and technology leaders committed to transforming learning opportunities at all stages of life. Bringing together innovators from K-12, higher education, corporate learning, Government and investment communities, the Summit features keynotes, panels and curated discussions that explore emerging trends in education technology, workforce development, AI and more. Attendees will gain strategic insights, new partnerships and actionable ideas to accelerate innovation, scale meaningful solutions and drive impact across the learning ecosystem, from early education to career advancement. 

探花视频 will attend this year鈥檚 ASU+GSV Summit, demonstrating our commitment to supporting innovation at the intersection of education and workforce development. Our team will be present throughout the Summit to connect with attendees and discuss our comprehensive portfolio of education technology solutions. We look forward to participating in the 2026 Summit and exploring opportunities to drive meaningful change in education technology. Reach out to EDUMarketing@探花视频.com to connect with representatives onsite 

 

April 13-16, 2026 | Chicago, IL | In-Person Event 

The Internet2 Community Exchange (CommEX26) is a flagship annual gathering where IT leaders, technologists and teams from research and education institutions come together to exchange ideas, share knowledge and collaborate on the future of technology in research and education. This event celebrates decades of community-driven innovation and provides expert-led sessions, working meetings and peer discussions that tackle topics such as emerging technologies, data privacy and security and sustainable IT strategies, fostering meaningful partnerships that help drive institutional missions forward. Attendees benefit from strategic insights, practical solutions to common challenges and the chance to connect with a diverse community dedicated to advancing research and education technology. 

探花视频 is looking forward to sponsoring and holding an exhibit at this year’s conference, supporting the collaborative spirit at the heart of the Internet2 community. In partnership with our reseller network, 探花视频 works closely with Internet2 to advance the NET+ and Cloud Scorecard programs, delivering trusted, vetted cloud solutions that help higher education and research institutions address shared technology obstacles. 

 

April 13-15, 2026 | Chicago, IL | In-Person Event 

The Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) 2026 Annual Conference is one of the leading national gatherings for K-12 education technology leaders, including Chief Information Officers (CIOs), Chief Technology Officers (CTOs), district administrators and education technology practitioners. Built around interactive keynotes, workshops and hands-on sessions, CoSN2026 equips participants with strategic insights and practical tools to address pressing challenges like cybersecurity, student data privacy, generative AI (GenAI) readiness and digital equity while fostering collaboration on building the future of learning systems. Attendees can connect with peers, engage in high-impact learnings and gain actionable strategies to lead technology-enabled transformation that enhances teaching, learning and operations across school districts. 

探花视频 is excited to participate at CoSN鈥檚 Annual Conference 2026, with more details about our involvement to be announced soon. As a longstanding supporter of CoSN and the K-12 technology leadership community, we look forward to connecting with attendees to discuss the latest innovations in education technology. 

 

April 28-30, 2026 | Anaheim, CA | In-Person Event 

The EDUCAUSE Cybersecurity and Privacy Professionals Conference (CPPC) is a dedicated event for higher education IT and security leaders focused on strengthening defenses, protecting data and advancing privacy practices across campuses. Designed for cybersecurity practitioners, privacy officers and technology decision makers, the conference delivers deep-dive sessions, real-world case studies and collaborative discussions on emerging threats, risk management frameworks, incident response strategies and compliance priorities unique to higher education. Attendees gain practical insights, new tools and vetted best practices to enhance institutional resilience, build stronger security programs and network with peers tackling similar challenges, making it an essential experience for professionals committed to safeguarding their organization in an increasingly complex digital landscape. 

探花视频 is honored to be a sponsor at this year鈥檚 EDUCAUSE CPPC. Our team will be present throughout the Conference to connect with attendees and discuss our leading partners鈥 innovative solutions for higher education institutions. Additionally, 探花视频 will host a reception, providing an opportunity for participants to engage with experts and peers, as well as a roundtable in partnership with Palo Alto Networks. More information about our reception and involvement will be announced closer to the event date. 

 

June 28-July 1, 2026 | Orlando, FL | Hybrid Event 

The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) 2026 Conference & Expo is one of the world鈥檚 largest and most influential gatherings of educators, administrators and education technology innovators dedicated to transforming teaching and learning with technology. With thousands of attendees from around the globe, ISTELive offers hands-on workshops, cutting-edge keynotes and an expansive expo floor filled with the latest tools, strategies and research to support meaningful, equitable digital learning experiences. Whether you are looking to deepen your skills with AI and personalized learning, build a stronger tech-enabled classroom or connect with a vibrant community of peers passionate about education innovation, ISTELive 2026 delivers actionable insights and inspiring ideas to elevate teaching and drive student success. 

探花视频 will sponsor and be an exhibitor at ISTELive 26. Visit us at booth #3254 to connect with our education technology vendors and explore their solutions that are transforming teaching and learning. Our team will showcase cutting-edge technologies, including digital learning platforms, classroom collaboration tools, cybersecurity and AI integration. Stop by and learn how 探花视频 can support your mission to enhance student engagement and outcomes through technology innovation. 

 

September 29-October 2, 2026 | Denver, CO | In-Person Event 

The EDUCAUSE Annual Conference 2026 connects higher education IT leaders, technologists and institutional decision makers looking to shape the future of campus technology. This flagship event brings together thousands of professionals from around the world to explore strategic innovations, emerging technologies and best practices that address the biggest challenges in higher education, from digital transformation and cybersecurity to data governance and AI-enabled learning. With a rich program of keynotes, panels, interactive sessions and networking opportunities, attendees gain actionable insights, practical solutions and collaborative connections that help drive institutional success and advance mission-critical priorities across teaching, learning, research and administration. 

探花视频 will have a significant presence at the EDUCAUSE Annual Conference 2026, offering opportunities for attendees to engage with front-line education technology solutions. Join us at booth #501 to explore 24 demo opportunities throughout the Conference, with 12 showcase spots each day, featuring solutions from our leading partners. Participants can attend our industry panel addressing critical topics facing higher education IT leaders. Join Joe Toste for live recordings of the Tech Tables podcast and network with peers at our on-site reception in the CarahCafe. 

Internet2 Technology Exchange 2026 

October 26-30, 2026 | Minneapolis, MN | In-Person Event 

The Internet2 Technology Exchange 2026 (TechEX26) centers on the practical, day-to-day challenges facing higher-education network and infrastructure teams as campus environments grow more complex. Through technical sessions and peer-to-peer conversations, a consistent theme continues to emerge: campus networks are being asked to deliver more than ever before. Institutions must provide secure, resilient, high-performance connectivity while supporting expanding research requirements, AI-enabled workloads, cloud adoption and hybrid learning environments鈥攐ften with limited staffing and budgets. Network engineers and architects emphasize the need for better visibility, stronger security and increased automation to maintain reliability and performance across increasingly distributed systems. 

探花视频鈥檚 sponsorship of TechEX26 reinforces our longstanding commitment to supporting the research and education community. Through our partnership with Internet2鈥檚 NET+ program, 探花视频 works with member institutions to deliver reliable cloud and trust solutions that address shared technology challenges across higher education and research organizations. Our team will be present throughout TechEX26 and look forward to connecting with the Internet2 community to explore how 探花视频 can support your institution鈥檚 mission-critical technology initiatives. 

探花视频鈥檚 Sixth Annual EdTech Talks 

October 14-16, 2026 | Virtual Event 

探花视频鈥檚 Sixth Annual EdTech Talks summit is designed to equip academic IT leaders and education professionals with practical insights into the performance, security, cost-efficiency and modernization capabilities of today鈥檚 leading education technology solutions. This three-day virtual event will feature a dynamic mix of Classroom Panels, keynote Assembly Sessions and 鈥淏efore the Bell鈥 breakout discussions, covering topics ranging from school safety, digital equity, cybersecurity and the evolving student experience. Attendees will also explore emerging use cases for AI and machine learning in K-12 and higher education, with a focus on improving instructional outcomes, streamlining operations and supporting secure, scalable learning environments.  

探花视频 is thrilled to host the Sixth Annual EdTech Talks, our premier virtual event for education. All presentation recordings and slide decks from the three-day event will be available on demand, allowing educators to access content on their own schedule. A detailed agenda will be posted soon. In the meantime, explore our sessions from the 2025 EdTech Talk Series to see how 探花视频 supports education missions through innovative technology solutions and thought leadership. 

As education technology continues to evolve, these events听represent听invaluable opportunities to connect with peers, discover transformative听solutions听and gain actionable insights that can be implemented听immediately. Whether you are听seeking听to enhance cybersecurity posture, implement AI-driven learning platforms, improve student data听privacy听or modernize听IT infrastructure, 探花视频 and our听extensive network of education technology partners are committed to supporting your mission. We invite you to join us at these premier events throughout 2026 to explore how innovative technology solutions can help your institution overcome challenges, enhance learning听outcomes听and prepare students for success.听

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March 9-11, 2026 | Providence, RI | In-Person Event 

The听NorthEast听Regional Computing Program (NERCOMP) Annual Conference听brought together higher education听IT professionals, faculty, researchers and institutional leaders from across the听northeast to connect, share听expertise听and听advance听innovation in听teaching,听learning听and technology.听In听partnership with EDUCAUSE, the听conference created a collaborative space听to exchange practical insights, build meaningful relationships and explore emerging trends shaping higher education IT. Guided by this year鈥檚 theme,听鈥淐onnect Locally, Think Globally,鈥 attendees strengthened regional partnerships while gaining perspective from global best practices, making听the conference an essential opportunity to learn, network and help drive forward-looking innovation across the higher education community.听

探花视频 was a proud sponsor, strategic听partner听and exhibitor at听NERCOMP 2026.听We connected attendees at booth our听with our education technology vendors and leading innovative听solutions.听Thought leaders discussed pressing topics facing higher听education technology professionals at our industry panel on听Wednesday, March听11th, and听our team was available to discuss how our tailored solutions can enhance campus operations and drive institutional success.听

 

March 31-April 1, 2026 | San Diego, CA | In-Person Event 

The California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO) Con 2026 is a premier annual conference and expo for school business professionals across California. The event brought together more than 2,000 district administrators, financial officers and other school business leaders to connect, learn and grow through high-impact sessions, hands-on learning and access to the California School Business Expo showcasing the latest solutions and services tailored to the challenges and opportunities in K-12 education and community colleges. By attending CASBO Con 26, participants deepened their professional听expertise, built valuable networks with peers and industry听partners听and gained practical insights that advance excellence in school operations and leadership statewide.听

探花视频’s听sponsorship of听CASBO Con 26 reinforced our commitment to supporting California鈥檚 K-12 business and financial leadership community.听Participants were able to connect with our听education technology vendors and discover solutions that address the unique fiscal and operational challenges听facing California school districts. Our team showcased听technologies from our partners in areas such as听financial management听systems, cybersecurity, data听analytics听and cloud infrastructure.

To learn more or get involved with any of the above events, please contact us at EDUMarketing@探花视频.com. 

For more information on 探花视频 and our industry-leading education technology partners鈥 events, visit our education solutions portfolio and education technology events page. 

Program Executive for Education Solutions: The Top 10 Education Events in 2025

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Education technology expands and transforms every year. With new and evolving solutions, students, faculty and administration can cultivate diverse learning experiences, make strides in cyber and physical security for their school systems and explore new opportunities with tools like AI. 探花视频., The Trusted Education IT Solutions Provider庐, features a robust EdTech portfolio for K-12 and Higher Education solutions to help our customers bridge the digital divide and meet the demands of modern education. Check out the top education events to attend this year and join us in discovering EdTech鈥檚 latest innovations.听

 

May 4-7 | New Orleans, LA | In-Person Event 

The National Association of Educational Procurement EPIC event sets the stage for visionaries, educators, Government experts and thought leaders to discover new ways for innovation and education procurement to converge. This year, the event formerly known as the 鈥淎nnual Meeting鈥 is getting a brand new name: Educational Procurement Innovation Conference or 鈥淓PIC.鈥  

At this K-12 focused event, attendees will have the opportunity to listen to inspirational keynotes, participate in interactive workshops, network with peers, explore cutting-edge technologies and join in on thought-provoking discussions. 

Here are the potential focus tracks you can expect this year (subject to change): 

  • Contracting and Risk Management 
  • Supplier Relationship Management 
  • Team Development and Structure 
  • Emerging Trends and Technologies 
  • Spend Management and Category Optimization 

探花视频 has supported the NAEP national and regional shows for the past three years, continuing to invest in the brand as we expand our footprint in the education space. At this year鈥檚 event, we will be featured as an Exhibitor Sponsor. Join us at the Hyatt Regency in New Orleans and stay tuned for more on our involvement in this event!  

 

May 19-21 | Baltimore, MD | In-Person Event 

Student safety and security are consistently at the forefront of educators鈥 minds and discovering innovative and modern ways to ensure those basic requirements are met is imperative. With tailored focus on higher education, this premier Educause forum connects attendees with information security and privacy professionals to do just that. Network and discuss the latest cybersecurity trends and current events with peers and solution providers to make a meaningful impact on your community as well as the entire education sector. 

Program tracks to look out for:鈥&苍产蝉辫;

  • Privacy鈥&苍产蝉辫;
  • Risk, Compliance and Policy鈥&苍产蝉辫;
  • Awareness and Education鈥&苍产蝉辫;
  • Technologies and Operations鈥&苍产蝉辫;
  • Leadership and Professional Development鈥&苍产蝉辫;

探花视频 is committed to bringing you the latest tech and most powerful cybersecurity tools within the education space today. We hope you will join us at Educause CPPC for three full days of learning, networking and preparing for the future of higher education. 探花视频 will be sponsoring at this year鈥檚 event, so stay connected with us to learn more about the partners our partners who will be co-sponsoring with us. Also, join us at our reception during the event (more to come)! 

 

April 28-May 1 | Anaheim, CA | In-Person Event 

Learn, explore and connect at the 2025 Internet2 Community Exchange鈥攁n event where the industry and education sector connect to share knowledge on the leading challenges and solutions driving higher education today. Together, the global Research and Education鈥(R&E) community and Internet2 empower teams, building meaningful collaborations and relationships within education to elevate the success of students, faculty and administrators everywhere. When attending Community Exchange, guests will be helping transform higher education through peer learning, sharing experiences and discussing topics like policy, current trends and best practices. 

The focus of program tracks this year will be: 

  • Leveraging Advanced Networking鈥&苍产蝉辫;
  • Cloud Services and Solutions 
  • Security Concerns, Collaborations and Solutions 
  • Challenges and Opportunities with Emerging Technologies鈥&苍产蝉辫;

探花视频 is a proud sponsor of this year鈥檚 Internet2 Community Exchange. As a sponsor, we are dedicated to collaborating with attendees, vendor partners and event officials to contribute our expertise to the global discussion surrounding today鈥檚 EdTech. Stay tuned to learn more about the silver package co-sponsoring partners we will be featuring along with us! 

探花视频鈥檚 EdTech Talks Summit 

October 1-3 | Virtual 

The 5th annual EdTech Talks Summit is 探花视频鈥檚 premier event for K-12 and higher education professionals of all grade levels to hear from the industry鈥檚 leading EdTech vendors. Over the span of multiple days, attendees will join classroom panels, keynote assemblies and 鈥淏efore the Bell鈥 breakout sessions with interactive, audience participation in Q&As. During this event, we explore the most pressing topics within the education community such as AI, cybersecurity, data and student mental health.  

Take a look at last year鈥檚 various hard-hitting programs to get a sense of what to expect from EdTech Talks 2025: 

  • Security in Education Today: Protecting Privacy, Providing Safety, Promoting Innovation 
  • Enhance Network Security Posture with Nutanix through the E-Rate Program 
  • Professional Development and Workforce Readiness for a Lifetime of Learning 
  • Preparing the Workforce for Challenges in IoT Security 
  • Funding Digital and Physical Security 
  • How AI and Observability Solve Key IT Challenges in K-12 Education 
  • The Intersections of AI and Cybersecurity 

Looking to learn more about EdTech Talks? View our content hub to explore everything you need to know about last year鈥檚 event and how 探花视频 can support your education missions. Our team is currently gearing up to share the details with you soon, so stay tuned for more information about our great 2025 event! 

 

June 29-July 2 | San Antonio, TX | Hybrid Event 

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The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is a nonprofit organization that works with the global education community to accelerate the use of technology to solve tough problems in education and inspire innovation. ISTELive is one of the most comprehensive EdTech events, where education leaders, teachers, coaches, librarians, media specialists and more can convene on the latest trends and transformations within the K-12 space. Dive into solutions that will bring positive change to the EdTech world and return to your school empowered with knowledge to meet the needs of your students and staff. 

探花视频 is excited to be returning to ISTELive with a large booth space to help you learn everything you need to know about us and our partner鈥檚 EdTech solutions. Be sure to visit us at booth #855 to chat with a specialist about how we can support your education ecosystem.  

NJSBA Annual Workshop 

October 20-23 | Atlantic City, NJ | In-Person 

Co-sponsored by the New Jersey Association of School Administrators and the New Jersey Association of School Business Officials, the New Jersey School Boards Association plans to welcome over 6,000 school leaders from across the Garden State to the year鈥檚 most important training event. NJSBA鈥檚 Annual Workshop will feature tailored K-12 education insights, strategies and collaborative opportunities to transform and evolve their communities. Engage in professional development, illuminate dialogue, encourage interactive sessions and discover new products and solutions to share with your peers. Join 探花视频 at this great event as we celebrate public education! 

Stay tuned for event announcements and additional information on our participation in this event. We look forward to joining you at this year鈥檚 event! Curious about what else to expect? Check out highlights from Additionally, learn more about our long-standing contract with NJSBA, supporting to advance public education and promote the achievement of all students through effective governance. 

 

October 27-30 | Nashville, TN | Hybrid Event 

Higher education technology transforms year over year. At the Educause Annual Conference, education professionals and technology providers come together to embrace this change, strive for improvement and make it a reality. Bring your ideas to share with your peers surrounding today鈥檚 toughest education challenges and brainstorm ways to solve them! Here, attendees can grow meaningful connections with industry collaborators and community members. Garner experience and knowledge within EdTech trends, innovations and tools within an array of education topics.  

Past program tracks and what you can expect at this year鈥檚 event include: 

  • Future of Work 
  • Student Experience 
  • Education Leadership 
  • Teaching and Learning 
  • Innovation and Emerging Tech 
  • Cybersecurity, Privacy and Risk Management 
  • Enterprise, Strategy, Data, Infrastructure and Support 

探花视频 looks forward to returning to the Educause Annual Conference at booth #1050 to connect you with our partners鈥 cutting-edge EdTech solutions and discuss how we can help you shape the future of education for your school. We will be collaborating with Joe Toste to create podcast episodes for his show, centered around the event. We will also be hosting a co-sponsored coffee corner and do not forget to join us for our happy hour event!  

CSBA AEC 

December 4-6 | Sacramento, CA | In-Person Event 

The Annual Education Conference is the California School Board Association鈥檚 premier continuing education program for K-12 that you will not want to miss! Renew your sense of purpose and commitment as an educator, teacher, board member, superintendent or support professional as you engage with peers to dive into critical conversations, compelling sessions and prime EdTech tools and solutions. This unique event offers guests the opportunity to network with leaders who can offer guidance on local-level issues, discussing how trends are impacting individual schools and communities to improve student learning and achievement. 

Past program tracks include: 

  • Access for All 
  • Digital Transformation in Education 
  • Fiscal Strategies and Accountability 
  • Student and Community Engagement 
  • Strategies and Practices of Governance 
  • Mental Health, Wellness and Student Safety 

探花视频 is excited to be attending CSBA鈥檚 premier event this year. While we are still confirming our presence, learn more about our partnership and contracts with CSBA and how we support the Golden State鈥檚 public schools. 

Internet2 Technology Exchange 

December 8-12 | Denver, CO | In-Person Event 

Interested in speaking with technical visionaries? Excited to learn from global technology leaders? Looking for new EdTech tools backed by the education community? I2 TechEx is the event to attend for all these opportunities and more! Meet chief technologists, scientists, engineers, architects, operators and students for community-centric debates, discussions and critical dialogue surrounding topics such as generative AI, cybersecurity posture, Zero Trust, cloud solutions, policy updates, automation and more.  

探花视频 and our reseller partners work with Internet2 to support their member community through the NET+ program, which provides a portfolio of reliable cloud and trust solutions to help higher education and research institutions solve shared technology challenges. We are still determining the specifics of our participation but are excited to confirm that 探花视频 will be present at this year鈥檚 conference! Keep an eye out for updates on how to connect with us during this premier event. 

Previous Event Highlights

CoSN鈥檚 Annual Conference听

Each year, CoSN鈥檚 Annual Conference aims to lead in education innovation, advancing the knowledge and skills of K-12 school leaders. Diving into topics like cybersecurity, student data privacy and the implementation of generative AI in schools. Attendees will gain a variety of perspectives from EdTech experts and deepen their understanding of these critical issues while exploring new strategies for addressing them. This year鈥檚 theme, Human Leadership in a World of AI, analyzed the many roles and responsibilities of IT teams within the K-12 space, foster community around the complex tool and examine best practices surrounding AI within schools.听听

For the last several years, 探花视频 has been a proud sponsor of CoSN and holds an annual membership to ensure we are staying up to date on the best this event has to offer. We returned this year at booth #5, so I hoped you stopped by! Stay connected with 探花视频 as we prepare for next year鈥檚 event.听

Throughout the change and growth within the education sector this year, 探花视频 and our vendor partners are here to help institutions, organizations and Government agencies navigate it all. Join us at one of these great events to learn, experience and embrace the best the industry has to offer for the future of education technology. 

To learn more or get involved in any of the above events please contact us at EDUmarketing@carahsoft.com. For more information on 探花视频 and our industry-leading education technology partners鈥 events, visit our Education solutions portfolio and Education Events page.鈥

The Top Upcoming Education IT Events on the Horizon

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From K-12 to Higher Education, our nation鈥檚 schools have great opportunities to leverage technology to improve the student, teacher and administrator experience. This year, innovative solutions built on AI, machine learning and the cloud are ready to improve learning inside the classroom and protect schools from external challenges, including potential cybersecurity threats.  

Indeed, there is so much happening in the world of EdTech it is very important to keep up with the latest advancements. That is why we are happy to present a list of the top education IT events you need to check out in 2024. These events cover the gamut of technology innovation in the education sector and feature industry-leading experts, peer-led learning sessions and information sharing and ideation. 

 

October 21-24, San Antonio, TX | November 13-14, Online 

The EDUCAUSE Annual Conference is where professionals and technology providers from all over the world convene to network and find solutions that will improve higher education. As always, this year鈥檚 conference promises to be the year鈥檚 largest gathering of education technology leaders. 

In 2023, 探花视频鈥痟ad 25 partners demoing their solutions鈥痮ver the two exhibiting days at our booth. In 2024, we have obtained the largest pavilion space to display our leading higher education solutions. This year, we will be joined by Joe Toste and his podcast to discuss the hottest trends and setbacks customers are facing and how 探花视频 and our partners can help. 

 

October 21-24 | Atlantic City, NJ 

The New Jersey School Boards Association鈥檚 annual workshop brings together a senior-level audience of school leaders, education professionals and influencers for quality professional development, important legal, legislative, policy and funding updates and new products and services.听听

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探花视频 is a proud sponsor of this celebration of public education, but our work with NJSBA goes far beyond the workshop. The NJSBA has partnered with 探花视频 and our reseller ecosystem to help school districts and member charter schools throughout New Jersey better manage and reduce cybersecurity risk. The partnership provides access to a broad range of cybersecurity-related software, hardware, implementation services and training at discounted pricing. Solutions are also available to K-12 academic institutions and School Board Associations nationwide through the contract鈥檚 cooperative purchasing clauses. 

 

November 6-8 | 探花视频 Office, Reston VA – Virtual option via Zoom 

探花视频鈥檚 EdTech Talks summit is designed to educate academic IT decision makers and end users around the performance, security, cost-saving and modernization benefits of today鈥檚 leading EdTech solutions. We will host a three-day series featuring 鈥淐lassroom Panels,鈥 keynote 鈥淎ssembly Sessions鈥 and 鈥淏efore the Bell鈥 breakouts on topics ranging from school safety to student experience. We will also discuss ways to leverage AI and machine learning. Presentation recordings and slide decks from all three days will be available on-demand.  

Stay tuned for a detailed agenda for this year鈥檚 event, which will be posted soon. In the meantime, check out some of our sessions from the 2023 EdTech Talk Series.  

 

November 17-22 | Atlanta, GA 

The annual Supercomputing 24 conference鈥擲C24鈥攄raws more than 13,000 attendees from across the high-performance computing community. The conference features unique technical presentations, workshops, tutorials and 鈥淏irds of a Feather鈥 sessions featuring open discussions about topics of interest to the HPC community. SC24 also features a large exhibit floor showcasing the latest innovations from the world鈥檚 leading manufacturers, research organizations and universities.  

探花视频 is excited to host a pavilion at this year鈥檚 conference. We are even more excited to be hosting some of our top AI and EdTech vendors, who will showcase the innovative work they are doing to power academic research in 2024 and beyond. 

 

November 19-21 | San Diego, CA 

Attendees of the California IT in Education Annual Conference include CTOs and directors of technology, network managers and engineers, database administrators, support and technicians. Teachers, administrators and district and county superintendents will also join their technology colleagues to share ideas and information and find out the latest tools to help improve teaching, learning and administration.  

探花视频 will be a proud sponsor of the event and have a booth at this year鈥檚 conference. 

 

December 9-13 | Boston, MA 

Internet2 Tech Exchange brings together a community of technical visionaries鈥攊ncluding chief technologists, scientists, engineers, architects, operators and students鈥攖o debate, discuss and converse. It is a great forum for global technology leaders to align and move forward together. Although not specifically education-focused, the event covers topics that are relevant to the EdTech sector, including networking, the cloud, cybersecurity and more.  

探花视频 will be a proud sponsor of this year鈥檚 Tech Exchange. 


In additional to the above events, these are some of the other pivotal education events that took place in 2024, including:听听

CoSN is the premier membership organization designed to meet the needs of K-12 education technology leaders. Representing over 13 million students in school districts/systems nationwide, CoSN continues to grow as a powerful and influential voice in K-12 education and provides opportunities for companies that support the K-12 EdTech community to participate as corporate members. 探花视频 holds an annual membership with CoSN and has been a proud sponsor for the last several years. 探花视频 plans to continue collaboration at CoSN March 31-April 2, 2025, in Seattle, WA. 

convened the worldwide research and education community for in-depth strategic discussions on emerging developments in networking, cloud computing, information security and more. 探花视频 and our reseller partners work with Internet2 to support their member community through the NET+ program and Cloud Scorecard program, which provides a portfolio of reliable cloud and trust solutions to help higher education and research institutions solve shared technology challenges. 探花视频 will be back in Anaheim, CA for the Internet2 Community Exchange April 28-May 1, 2025. 

featured more than 600 procurement officials from universities, colleges and K-12 institutions. 探花视频 annually sponsors NAEP鈥檚 national EPIC conference, which showed great success with over 600 procurement officials from Universities, Colleges and K-12 institutions nationwide attending. 探花视频 has also supported the NAEP national and regional shows for the past three years, continuing to invest in the brand as we expand our footprint in the education space. 探花视频 will have presence at NAEP鈥檚 conference May 4-7, 2025, in New Orleans, LA. 

探花视频 proudly sponsored which highlighted 鈥渂ridging the gap鈥, addressing obvious (and not-so-obvious) pitfalls, opportunities to grow, and optimization of oft-neglected issues across three essential tracks鈥擭etwork, Security and Community. Next year, 探花视频 will attend the conference May 13-14. 

EDUCAUSE Cybersecurity and Privacy Professionals Conference is the premier forum for connecting with higher education information security and privacy professionals. 探花视频 was a display table sponsor, joined by our partners onsite to display our solutions for higher education cybersecurity needs. This event gave participants a chance to network and discuss information security and privacy trends and current issues with peers and solution providers. 探花视频 plans to attend EDUCAUSE next year, May 19-21, in Baltimore, MD. 

is a nonprofit organization that works with the global education community to accelerate the use of technology to solve tough problems and inspire innovation. ISTE鈥檚 worldwide network believes in the potential technology holds to transform teaching and learning. ISTELive is one of the world鈥檚 most comprehensive EdTech events, attended by a global contingent of education leaders, teachers, coaches, librarians, media specialists and more. 探花视频 was a proud sponsor of and exhibitor at this year鈥檚 conference, and plans to attend again June 29-July 2, 2025, in San Antonio, TX.听


Needless to say, it has been a big year for events鈥攁nd an even bigger year for technology in education. From AI to the cloud, from cybersecurity to networking, there are more options than ever before for educational institutions interested in using technology to improve learning. We are excited to be a part of it, and we look forward to seeing you as we go out into the EdTech community this year. Join 探花视频 at these upcoming events and explore the role technology will play in education, this year and beyond. We look forward to seeing you! 

To learn more or get involved in any of the above events please contact us at EDUmarketing@carahsoft.com. For more information on 探花视频 and our industry leading Education technology partners鈥 events, visit our EdTech solutions portfolio.听

Applications of Technology in Higher Education at EDUCAUSE

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Technology advancement has resulted in many potential usages for university students and faculty, educational and research institutions and Government agencies. For agencies focused on higher education, taking advantage of new technology can help bolster security and ease student and faculty daily procedures. Industry and education experts joined together at the EDUCAUSE Annual Conference for an immersive experience that facilitated collaboration and discussion to promote the advancement of higher education by using information technology (IT).

Leveraging Security Technology Against Ransomware

With the increasing technology usage in everyday life, many higher education agencies are susceptible to cybersecurity threats like ransomware. The education sector is no exception, with attacks ranging from exploited vulnerabilities, to compromised credentials, malicious emails, phishing attempts, brute force attacks and malicious downloads. As ransomware comes with financial loss, it is important for higher education agencies to invest accordingly in cybersecurity. According to industry statistics, 70% of organizations have successfully recovered data using backup mechanisms. This data recovery is not only much simpler than paying the ransom, but it also removed the attack incentive since paying the ransom encourages bad actors to continue attacks. Higher education institutions own and maintain a significant amount of intellectual property as a source of data wealth and research. To protect this information and ensure the safety and financial success of educational institutions, higher education must focus on creating backups and position IT security staff as trusted advisors, fortify their cybersecurity infrastructure and foster a vigilant culture amongst students and faculty.

Digital Services in Education

探花视频 EDUCAUSE Recap 2023 Blog Embedded Image 2024With a strong cybersecurity base, universities can reap the benefits of both external and internal digital services. External market data can be used to predict internal performance. Data can help define popular markets, from student demand for majors, future employment opportunities and university competitor information. Educational institutions can utilize technology to analyze data and make millions of calculations in a minimal amount of time. With these predictive analytics, education administrations can make informed decisions when forecasting program sizes, enrollment numbers, scholarships and revenue margins.

Universities can utilize digital applications to offer user-friendly functions to support faculty and students with daily tasks such as helping locate class schedules, campus maps, facility wait times, task notifications and other essential remedies for success. Digital applications with collaboration tools and platforms can connect peers and faculty members in a simple and pragmatic way, facilitating communication on projects and learning objectives. On the administrative side, digital services can reduce time spent by automating functions such as credit transfers and transcript evaluations. Institutions can also utilize digital applications to offer automated aid for student requested services, which reduces call center wait times, manual processing errors and delayed accommodations.

The Varied Applications of AI

In the educational space, AI has a multitude of use cases:

  • AI can detect cyber threats and vulnerabilities, thus protecting student, faculty and stakeholder sensitive information.
  • By facilitating the automation of routine security tasks, patches and system updates, AI can free up more time for cybersecurity professionals to focus on more complex initiatives, thus creating a more robust security infrastructure.
  • Schools can utilize AI鈥檚 advanced authentication mechanism to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data and provide seamless account access for students, faculty and staff.
  • Institutions are currently using AI to understand the best methods for student retention, a common concern in higher education. Methods such as text-based chat apps are designed to send encouraging messages, tutoring or counseling to students who have been identified as needing additional resources. Text applications can also be used to connect students to enrollment services, tutoring or counseling.
  • AI鈥檚 use of data analytics can facilitate customized learning experiences based on each student’s strengths, weaknesses and learning pace. This includes tailored content, question and answer chatbots and virtual assistants.
  • Adaptive learning platforms powered by AI can assess individual student performance and deliver tailored content, allowing students to grasp complex concepts at their own pace. This personalized approach enhances student engagement and motivation, ultimately leading to improved academic outcomes.

Since AI will always contain human bias, it is important to apply AI as an additional tool, and not a standalone operation. In maintaining the priority for equality and privacy in the educational sphere, each individual institution must find where AI best fits into their respective organization.

Technology can be utilized to enhance cybersecurity infrastructure, detect compromised systems, analyze data to improve common educational institution functions and improve student performance and morale. By partnering with the IT industry, higher education institutions can posture students and faculty to lead the way to success for the next generation of learners.

To learn more about utilizing IT for education initiatives, view 探花视频鈥檚 Education Technology Solutions Resources.

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EDUCAUSE 2022: Uniting IT and Education

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The education landscape has continued to thrive following the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. While stay-at-home orders have been lifted, education has maintained a digital component through online classes and remote-learning technology. Although online education has many benefits, it brings the concern of security breaches. To continue keeping student information secure, education leaders must adapt alongside the changes in technology. EDUCAUSE is a nonprofit association that provides a community for technology, academic, industry and campus leaders to collaborate and build together. The annual EDUCAUSE conference hosted several sessions that showcased ways to keep students engaged and secure in the new age of education.

Educational Institutions as a Hot Target for Cybercriminals

Cybersecurity deserves consistent attention within the education sector. While schools may be compliant with security standards, they can still be vulnerable. Higher education institutions are top targets as they connect thousands of staff, students and faculty members under one system.

There are several strategies IT professionals recommend that can help education systems defend against breaches:

  • Keep operating systems and software up to date
  • Employ multi-factor authentication
  • Maintain robust user training
  • Implement encryption
  • Create cloud back-ups for information
  • Maintain efficient detection and monitoring systems
  • Implement a quick incident response plan
  • Utilize external and cloud data storage

By following these steps, institutions can take the initiative toward deploying security measures for staff and students alike.

探花视频 EDUCAUSE Education Blog Embedded Image 2023Robust Cybersecurity on a Budget

Since many academic institutions still face budget constraints due to COVID-19, their cyber posture may not be their first IT priority. To enhance cybersecurity, even on a budget, institutions should:

Know their external footprint: Through the employment of third-party devices that scan the internet for web service protocol solutions, agencies can see how much of their information is public.

Identify external login flaws: Since hackers can circumvent simple tools like automatic lockout policies, agencies should identify all login portals and check major input fields for automated controls.

Identify cloud security flaws: Agencies should switch to a multi-platformed and open-sourced cloud, since it enables security posture assessments and detection of security risks.

Implement phishing education and exercises: Phishing is one of the most common ways organizations are compromised. Institutions should ensure that all employees are educated on anti-phishing policies.

Clean up network share permissions and information: By utilizing credential scans, sensitive information can be restricted to the proper personnel. Implementing a zero trust framework ensures that each user will only gain the information that they are authorized to.

Limit the success of kerberoasting: Kerberoasting leverages the functionality of service principles to encrypt user鈥檚 passwords, which can later be retrieved offline for hacking. While it is impossible to completely prevent kerberoasting, agencies that implement detection capabilities limit the exposure and effectiveness of kerberoasting.

Prevent relay attacks: Software should avoid authentication systems that can be relayed or cracked. Responder tools can be used to analyze traffic and point out vulnerabilities.

Identify active directory misconfigurations: As active directory environments mature, built up misconfigurations can cause excessive access privileges. To prevent these being misused by bad actors, institutions should implement tools that check for vulnerable certificates.

Strengthen password security: Agencies should ban easy to guess passwords, enable multi factor authentication and disable old accounts.

Avoid flat networks and lack of network segmentation: Access should be limited to those that need to know; student and faculty accounts should reside on different domains.

Fostering a Sense of Belonging for Online Students

By meeting students where they are comfortable, educational institutions can readily share information. For example, since students are familiar with their phones, when universities utilize phone apps it can help provide a unified, digital experience for higher education students to reduce complexity, fuel career readiness and stoke student success. When creating an app for an institution, some helpful features to include are:

  • Tailored experiences with custom events depending on the user
  • Information unique to students, such as a marketplace to buy and sell goods like dormitory furniture or textbooks
  • IT toolkits
  • Self-assessment tools for COVID-19 or the flu
  • Campus features such as desk or study center reservations, transit routes, dining schedule or university maps
  • In-app messaging that can be directed to groups, such as students or faculty or personal messages
  • Feedback surveys to inspire improvement

Higher Education鈥檚 Top IT Issues for 2023

As students have become accustomed to hybrid and virtual learning, their expectations for new and elevated digital experiences have increased. There are many ways to achieve this modernization, but it requires intentional effort and technology updates from education administrators. Challenges to consider when implementing technology into learning are to:

  • Ensure IT has a 鈥渟eat at the table鈥 so they can weigh in on decisions
  • Ensure privacy and cybersecurity by training students and faculty to avoid scams, shift to data minimization, address cloud migration risks and leverage contracts with cybersecurity experts and investments
  • Adapt to students鈥 interests and products familiar to them
  • Create a seamless and enriching student experience
  • Utilize student data to update technology to better empower students
  • Pursue next-generation IT support to expand and reimagine digital campus abilities

Promoting Independence Through IT

A school鈥檚 duty is to prepare students for their futures in the workforce. Oftentimes, many careers require extensive knowledge of an array of technologies. Students should show proficiency in these areas to take advantage of more opportunities in various fields. By implementing technology into everyday use, educational institutions can promote confidence in technology, problem-solving skills, time management skills and collaboration between peers.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are also vital to university standards from both a legal and moral lens. IT intersects with diversity to make enrollment and education accessible to all by analyzing existing data to revamp hiring rubrics or utilizing cross-team conferences to create inclusive policies. With these inclusions, schools can emphasize transparency and accountability.

The pandemic revealed the importance of campus communication systems expanding beyond traditional parameters. Education departments had to shift to a remote work environment that a traditional phone system could not easily support. Universities should leverage communications software to reduce costs, provide additional flexible phone capabilities and accommodate all students regardless of where they live.

Through the inclusion of technology, educational institutions can reach new heights in their accessibility and connection with students. By enhancing security and offered digital features, educators can prepare students for an ever-changing workforce.

 

To learn more about utilizing IT for education initiatives, hub to schedule a meeting and speak to a representative today.

*The information contained in this blog has been written based off the thought-leadership discussions presented by speakers at EDUCAUSE 2022.*