educational technology

With Microsoft’s relentless pace of Windows 11 innovation, enterprises and educational institutions find themselves routinely navigating compatibility challenges. The recent hiccup involving Safe Exam Browser (SEB) exemplifies the delicate balance between operating system advancement and...

As the digital fabric of higher education continues to evolve, the State University of New York at Fredonia is poised for a profound technological transformation. On May 28, the university will complete its migration from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365—a strategic shift that is expected to...

Microsoft’s decision to offer free Office apps and Copilot AI to students for three months marks a significant evolution in the edtech landscape, signaling both the intensification of AI-driven learning aids and the firm’s commitment to capturing the next generation of productivity users. As...

The landscape of digital education is transforming at a rapid pace, and Microsoft’s latest announcement—making Microsoft 365 Copilot and Copilot Chat available for students aged 13 and older—marks a watershed moment in how artificial intelligence is woven into the fabric of learning. This move...

Microsoft’s strict approach to ensuring a smooth and secure transition to newer versions of Windows 11 continues to shape the software’s ecosystem, with the recent news surrounding Safe Exam Browser’s compatibility at the forefront. The rolling removal of upgrade blocks associated with...

For college students in the United States navigating the demands of academic life, new technologies promise not only to lighten the load but to fundamentally reshape work and productivity. Microsoft has recently raised the bar with an ambitious move: US-based college students can now access a...

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping both the needs of the modern workforce and the approach educators must take to equip students for their future. In this landscape, Microsoft’s Innovative Educator Expert (MIE Expert) and Showcase School programs stand out as leading opportunities for...

The transformation underway at Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a showcase of how large, complex educational organizations can successfully harness the power of artificial intelligence for meaningful, human-centric results. With the deployment of Microsoft 365 Copilot and Copilot Chat, BCE...

As Microsoft approaches the official end-of-support phase for Windows 10, users, enterprises, and IT administrators are bracing for a wave of changes impacting how they work and secure their devices. Amid a flurry of announcements, policy updates, and user anxieties about shifting to Windows 11...

In classrooms across America, a quiet revolution is taking root—one that could transform not just how students learn about agriculture and technology, but also how the next generation of farmers, scientists, and problem-solvers will meet the challenges of a food system under pressure. With the...

In recent years, Microsoft has made concerted efforts to enhance accessibility, versatility, and user experience in Windows 11, introducing features that respond to the needs of a diversifying user base. Among these is the newly unveiled Multi-app Camera feature, presently available for testing...

On May 19, 2025, the University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO) is set to embark on a significant technological migration that showcases both the opportunities and complexities of large-scale cloud transformations in higher education. This initiative signals UNO’s commitment to aligning its digital...

Leveraging the digital transformation currently sweeping across higher education, the University of South Africa (UNISA) has established a strategic partnership with Microsoft to empower its students and academic staff. This initiative, focused on expanding access to Microsoft Learn and...

Microsoft’s announcement of a $5 million cloud computing credits grant to 20 Washington state organizations marks a pivotal moment in the company’s efforts to support the local community in sustainability, health, education, and broader public good initiatives. This investment, unveiled as part...

In the past half-decade, Jamaican classrooms have undergone a quiet but dramatic transformation, one that echoes trends in educational technology worldwide but carries a unique—and in some ways riskier—set of challenges. As digital platforms like Google Workspace for Education and Microsoft 365...

The University of the Sunshine Coast Embarks on a Cloud-First Digital Transformation with Microsoft Azure Digital transformation is rapidly reshaping the education sector, with universities under increased pressure to adopt advanced technologies to remain competitive, agile, and responsive to...

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, Microsoft Education is ushering in a new era of classroom innovation with a suite of cutting-edge tools and enhancements designed to empower educators and inspire students. These developments blend advanced AI capabilities with familiar productivity...

In an age where data is as precious as gold, NASA is stepping up its game by introducing the Earth Copilot, a groundbreaking initiative in collaboration with Microsoft that leverages cutting-edge AI capabilities to unlock and democratize access to copious amounts of Earth science data. Let's...

While some parents swear by piano lessons or Mandarin immersion camps, Thomas Dohmke, the CEO of GitHub, has a different message for the modern parent: forget the violin, teach your kid to code. According to Dohmke, the future belongs to those who speak the language of computers. And yes, he’s...

If you’ve ever fantasized about living in the shadow of Table Mountain, surrounded by the kind of natural beauty usually reserved for desktop wallpapers, while also spending eight hours a day trying to figure out why a printer won’t connect to WiFi, then the role of IT Assistant in Cape Town may...