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Research Summary: Department of Education Issues Long-Awaited Edtech Guidance for States and Districts
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- Aziz Shuaib Ausi
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- 20 August 2026
- Last updated
- 1 October 2026
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The Department of Education has released new guidance for states and districts regarding educational technology (EdTech). This guidance emphasizes the importance of outcomes and evidence in EdTech implementation, but it does not impose new federal regulations.
Why it matters
This guidance clarifies the Department of Education's expectations for EdTech use across states and districts, promoting accountability and effectiveness in technology investments. It signals a shift towards data-driven decision-making and evidence-based practices in educational technology, potentially influencing future funding and policy directions.
Key insights
- The U.S. Department of Education issued guidance concerning EdTech for states and districts.
- The guidance focuses on requiring demonstrable outcomes from EdTech solutions.
- It stresses the importance of evidence-based approaches in EdTech adoption.
- The Department of Education's communication is guidance, not new federal regulation.
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