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Teachers Report Improvements in Student Engagement, Safety and Classroom Behavior Following Implementation of Strict Cell Phone Policies

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MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Aug. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — With back-to-school season underway, many educators, parents and students are concerned about the potential impact of cell phone policies in their respective school districts. A recent survey conducted by Study.com highlights improvements across student engagement, safety and classroom behavior, according to teachers, when strict cell phone policies are in place at the middle and high school levels.

Nationwide, 68 percent of teachers report that strict cell phone policies had improved classroom behavior, with a nearly 20 percent drop in how much time spent on phone management in the classroom each day.

“At Study.com, we’re focused on supporting educators at all levels by providing them with technology that saves them time so they can focus on strengthening their teacher-student relationship,” explained Dana Bryson, Senior Vice President of Social Impact at Study.com. “It’s not surprising then that when teachers can focus their time and attention on direct student interaction – when and where it’s needed most – engagement and behavior improve.”

Additionally, 76 percent of teachers believe strict cell phone policies have improved overall student engagement, an ongoing post-pandemic challenge. That number is even higher in certain states including Illinois at 80 percent, and Florida and Texas reporting 78 percent each.

While parents express concern about not being able to reach their children and with safety issues (among the top three reasons against cell phone policies), 70 percent of teachers in districts with strict policies report an improvement in student safety, particularly as it relates to bullying. Further, 69 percent of teachers believe their own safety has increased with the adoption of strict policies.

At a state-specific level, teachers in five states indicated student safety had increased more than the national average, following strict cell phone policy adoption:

New Jersey and New York at 78 percent eachFlorida and Pennsylvania at 75 percent eachTexas at 71 percent

Teachers in California, New Jersey and New York also reported higher-than-average improvements in classroom management as a result of strict cell phone policies.

Study.com surveyed more than 1,103 middle and high school teachers to gauge how cell phone policies (whether strict or flexible) impacted student engagement, classroom behavior, teacher stress and workload, and overall student and teacher safety. This survey was conducted online between July 24 – August 6, 2024. Most respondents (approximately 71 percent) identified as White, nearly 14 percent identified as Black, about 6 percent as Hispanic or Latine, and around 5 percent as Asian. Survey results also found statistically significant data from several states, including New York, California, Florida, New Jersey, Illinois and Pennsylvania.

For more information and to see the full survey visit: https://teachinglicense.study.com/featured-insights/mobile-bans-increase-engagement-and-learning-time.html 

Study.com opens the door to the life-changing impact of education for more than 34 million learners and educators a month through its award-winning online learning platform for K12 curriculum, college courses and test preparation. With learners and educators in more than 11,000 school districts nationwide, Study.com is recognized by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for meeting Level IV evidence standards. Headquartered in Mountain View, CA, Study.com has been honored as one of the world’s most innovative companies by Fast Company and included in the GSV150, celebrating the world’s most transformative private companies in education, for the last two consecutive years. The company has donated $29 million across social impact programs committed to increasing educational equity. These programs include Working Scholars®, an accelerated pathway for working adults to earn a debt-free bachelor’s degree, and Keys to the Classroom, which seeks to help aspiring educators prepare for and pass their teacher certification exams.

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Huawei Launches All-New Xinghe Intelligent Campus with Full Upgrades, Maximizing Enterprises’ Intelligent Productivity

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SHANGHAI, Sept. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — During HUAWEI CONNECT 2024, the Xinghe Intelligent Campus session was successfully held, attracting more than 200 industry pioneers, experts, and scholars from around the world to explore campus network trends and technological innovations. Also at the event, Huawei unveiled its all-new Xinghe Intelligent Campus Solution that stands out for full upgrades to wireless, application, and operations & maintenance (O&M) experience.

Shawn Zhao, President of the Campus Network Domain, Huawei’s Data Communication Product Line, said, “As video conferencing, AI terminals, and AI applications become more widespread, the campus network access density has increased threefold, and the demand for bandwidth has grown tenfold. In this case, users place new requirements on the assurance for AI applications and audio/video services while expecting more intelligent O&M.”

To meet these needs, Huawei launched its all-new Xinghe Intelligent Campus Solution with full upgrades. Specifically, this solution upgrades wireless experience in performance, roaming, and IoT convergence. It also leverages X-Scheduler (an experience scheduling engine) to upgrade application experience, while drawing on AI-assisted decision-making and a tidal prediction algorithm to upgrade O&M experience. These help customers build an industry-leading digital infrastructure and facilitate the digital and intelligent transformation of enterprises.

In addition, the solution provides end-to-end security assurance. On the wireless side, the innovative Wi-Fi Shield technology radically prevents packet eavesdropping on the air interface. On the wired side, the full-link MACsec capabilities from switches to APs ensure secure campus network data transmission since the very beginning.

Also at the session, leading analyst firms, customers, and partners in various industries shared their unique insights, best practices, and successful cases. Key speakers include Sian Morgan, Research Director of Dell’Oro Group; Dr. Haitham S. Hamsa, Professor of Information Technology, Cairo University; Shang Qun, Assistant to the Director of the Computing Center, Peking University; Sun Pan, Director of Infrastructure Operations Dept, System Digitalization Dept, FAW Group; Connee Zhang, CEO of CypressTel. Their valuable practices will provide a unique reference for the digital and intelligent transformation of enterprises across industries.

Looking ahead, Huawei believes that the Xinghe Intelligent Campus Solution will become the preferred choice for global enterprises’ digital and intelligent transformation to reap more benefits.

For more information about Huawei’s Xinghe Intelligent Campus Solution, visit https://e.huawei.com/en/solutions/enterprise-network/campus-network.

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Duplicate File Finder from Nektony goes global: Now available in six languages

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Nektony proudly announces the release of Duplicate File Finder version 8, featuring six additional languages and the highly anticipated Dark Mode.

ODESA, Ukraine , Sept. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Nektony is excited to unveil Duplicate File Finder version 8, a powerful tool designed to help users efficiently find and remove duplicate files on their Macs, freeing up valuable disk space and improving system performance.

With the latest update, Duplicate File Finder is now accessible to an even broader audience, thanks to its new multilingual support. In addition to localization, version 8 introduces Dark Mode.

With the latest update, Duplicate File Finder is now accessible to an even broader audience, thanks to its new multilingual support:

FrenchItalianUkrainianRussianChineseGermanSpanish

The addition of these languages ensures that users around the world can navigate and utilize the app in their native language, making the process of cleaning up duplicate files even more intuitive and user-friendly.

In addition to localization, version 8 introduces Dark Mode, allowing users to switch to a darker interface that’s easier on the eyes, especially in low-light environments. Dark Mode not only enhances visual comfort but also provides a modern and stylish look to the app, aligning with macOS’s native Dark Mode functionality.

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Accurate byte-to-byte resultsFinding all types of duplicate filesSupport of any drive type, Photos, and Music librariesThe Auto Select feature to quickly select all duplicatesFinding similar photos and musicComparing and merging foldersCleaning up duplicates from similar foldersChecking two files to see whether they are duplicates

Availability:

Duplicate File Finder v.8 is available for download from the Mac App Store. It is compatible with macOS 10.13 or later and requires a 64-bit processor. The app is free to use for finding duplicate files, while advanced features are available through an in-app purchase of $14.95.

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App Name: Duplicate File FinderSystem Requirements: macOS 10.13 – 15, 64-bit processorPrice: Free, with advanced features for $14.95

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Duplicate File Finder product pageDownload Duplicate File Finder from the App Store

About Nektony:

Nektony is a trusted developer of Mac optimization software tools with over 10 years of experience and millions of satisfied customers worldwide. Nektony’s products include MacCleaner Pro, App Cleaner & Uninstaller, Disk Space Analyzer, and more. The company’s mission is to help users get the most out of their Macs by providing simple, effective, and affordable solutions.

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2024 World Manufacturing Convention Showcases Next-Gen Technologies

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HEFEI, China, Sept. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — As technology and innovation converge, a grand feast celebrating the manufacturing industry is commencing. On September 20, the 2024 World Manufacturing Convention opened its doors at the Hefei Binhu International Convention and Exhibition Center in Hefei, Anhui Province. As a premier event in the manufacturing sector, this convention has brought together top global enterprises, innovative technologies, and cutting-edge concepts to present a feast of technology and innovation to the attendees.

In the Smart Robotics Zone, a variety of robots are busy showcasing their diverse capabilities. The latest unveiling at Jianghuai Advance Technology Center, the ‘Qijiang No.2’ humanoid robot, standing at 1.8 meters tall and weighing 60 kilograms, with 38 degrees of freedom throughout its body. It can not only perform basic human limb movements but also execute delicate tasks like folding clothes, opening bottles, pouring water, and washing dishes with ease. Moreover, it can navigate rough terrains, resembling an intelligent steel companion, sparking anticipation for the future of automation and intelligence in the manufacturing industry.

In the 3D Printing Zone, exquisite exhibits leave spectators in awe. From intricate mechanical components to lifelike artworks, 3D printing technology, with its precise replication and rapid prototyping capabilities, has brought revolutionary changes to the manufacturing industry. Inside the zone, staff are busy calibrating equipment, preparing for a spectacular 3D printing showcase. Meanwhile, the third-generation locally developed 72-qubit superconducting quantum computer, “Origin Wukong,” from the Hefei High-tech Zone, is capturing significant interest. This quantum computer, with over 80% domestic components from hardware to quantum chips, operating systems, and application software, boasts unimaginable computing power, paving new paths for future research, finance, and numerous other fields, shining brightly as a rising star in the quantum technology realm.

Green energy and environmental protection technologies are also significant highlights of this convention. The Green Manufacturing Zone showcases a wide array of energy-saving and eco-friendly equipment and renewable energy products. The application of these technologies not only reduces energy consumption and emissions in manufacturing but also provides robust support for sustainable development.

Furthermore, the convention features multiple zones such as Precision Manufacturing and Intelligent Manufacturing, comprehensively displaying the latest achievements and future trends in the manufacturing industry. Exhibitors have expressed their intentions to leverage this platform to showcase their capabilities, seek collaboration opportunities, and collectively drive high-quality development in manufacturing.

The 2024 World Manufacturing Convention is not just a feast of technology and innovation but also a platform for exchange and cooperation. Here, top leaders in the global manufacturing sector will convene to discuss the future trajectories and pathways of manufacturing. It is believed that in the near future, these cutting-edge technologies and innovative concepts will lead the manufacturing industry towards an even brighter future.

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