Net Neutrality
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Ed-Tech Policy
FCC Dismantles 'Net Neutrality' Policy, and K-12 Schools Await Impact
Critics fear the new policy will allow internet service providers to create fast and slow lanes in a way that restricts online options for consumers, including schools.
Ed-Tech Policy
Teachers Fear the Unknown in FCC's 'Net Neutrality' Vote
Teachers worry that their ability to access online resources will diminish if the FCC's proposed order easing regulations on internet service providers is approved.
Ed-Tech Policy
News in Brief
FCC Plans to Weaken 'Net Neutrality' Provisions, Raising Questions for K-12
The Federal Communications Commission has issued a proposal to overturn "net neutrality," in a decision that would have potential implications for schools and education technology companies.
School Climate & Safety
Opinion
How Losing Net Neutrality Will Change Teaching and Learning
If the information available is now accessible based upon the amount of money the provider is willing to pay, then the Internet will separate from being a place of democracy and become a place where money controls information!
Ed-Tech Policy
FCC Nominees Grilled by Lawmakers on E-Rate, Net Neutrality
Democratic lawmakers on a U.S. Senate committee probed Republican FCC nominees' positions on the E-rate program and net neutrality.
Ed-Tech Policy
FCC Chairman Announces Plan to Roll Back Key Net Neutrality Rules
FCC Chairman Ajit Pai wants a return to "light-touch" regulation of internet service providers, a move that critics say threatens the free flow of online information.
Privacy & Security
Q&A
Ex-FCC Chair Blasts Efforts to Change Lifeline, Net Neutrality, Privacy Rules
Former FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler blasted his Republican successor, accusing him of using "smokescreens" and "double speak" on key issues affecting K-12 schools.
IT Infrastructure & Management
Trump Appoints E-Rate Critic to Lead the FCC
Ajit Pai is a determined critic of recent decisions to increase funding for the E-rate program and of efforts to protect "net neutrality."
Ed-Tech Policy
Ajit Pai, Net Neutrality Foe and Critic of E-Rate Policies, Named FCC Chair
President Donald Trump's pick for chairman of the influential agency could signal big changes for net neutrality and a new focus for the nation's broadband policies.
Equity & Diversity
FCC Chair to Step Down; Championed E-Rate Reform, Net Neutrality
FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler, who led a reform of the E-rate program and promoted "net neutrality," will step down on Jan. 20.
Ed-Tech Policy
Net Neutrality Rules Upheld by Federal Appellate Court
The powerful D.C. circuit court gave the Federal Communications Commission a major win by sustaining controversial 2015 rules that protect an "open" internet.
Federal
FCC Official to Guide Consumers, Schools on Net Neutrality
After establishing rules to protect "net neutrality," the FCC added a new agency ombudsperson as a resource for consumers.
Ed-Tech Policy
News in Brief
FCC Approves Policy of 'Net Neutrality'
In a move to preserve an open Internet, the Federal Communications Commission voted last week along partisan lines to implement "net neutrality" rules to ensure equal treatment in how content is delivered by Internet service providers.
IT Infrastructure & Management
FCC Plan for 'Net Neutrality' Addresses Schools' Needs
The proposal, if approved Feb. 26, would for the first time regulate broadband firms that provide high-speed Internet service as though they were public utilities.