After spending millions on edtech, schools saw no benefit.
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Schools spent millions on unproven edtech products using federal relief funds.
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The edtech industry boomed during the pandemic, with companies rushing to market.
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Aggressive marketing tactics and urgent need created a "tech gold rush" atmosphere.
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Many edtech products lacked evidence of effectiveness and were purchased based on marketing and relationships.
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Lack of federal oversight allows edtech companies to make unvalidated claims.
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Popular classroom software often lacks rigorous research backing.
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Some school districts spent tens of millions on edtech, with little accountability for performance.
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Some products went unused, raising questions about the focus on technology over other needs.
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Quality teaching and direct instruction are still seen as the most effective methods.
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