Opinion
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Given so many conversations in the public sphere about how devices and screen time are affecting developing minds (and adult ones), educators might consider how technology has changed how we live and communicate. -
A recent conversation with the senior associate director of AI and teaching and learning at Northeastern University yielded advice about engaging students, upgrading lessons, trial and error, and helpful feedback.
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Cook, an expert in the government technology investment market, outlines gov tech’s record-breaking year in 2025, including deals of all sizes, and gives his outlook for what will happen in the coming year.
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It’s essential that Congress find the right balance between promoting innovation and addressing legitimate safety issues.
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As natural and man-made disasters strike with greater intensity, the need has increased for effective technology during these crises.
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As Government Technology took a look back at our editorial coverage in 2018, it became clear that many issues we covered closely this year are likely to still be on the public-sector’s mind in 2019.
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The Internet of Things has the power to transform how we work and live. But without the right leadership, new investments and better strategies, government risks losing out on this opportunity.
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Two state agencies undertook similar projects involving IT. One succeeded while the other failed. Why? It’s a matter of implementing three tools for effective governance and giving stakeholders seats at the table.
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While technology, such as 1:1 laptop programs, can help students become proficient in core competencies, nothing beats problem-solving, critical thinking and creativity.
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Project Tomorrow's survey report identifies the characteristics of a new group of school principals who are agile, evangelical and are focused on personalized learning and digital tools.
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To be equitable for all citizens, governments must make sure their websites are accessible to people of all abilities.
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As bad actors evolve their strategies for attack, government too must continue to course correct.
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The courts have ruled that access to a public figure's social media is a constitutional right. So, why is this mayor blocking me from his Twitter account?
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A growing number of teachers are using their social media savvy to help tech firms influence and brand their products in public education. There's a right way and a wrong way to do this.
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Risk-free electronic voting will never happen, but there are measures states and localities can take to reduce the danger.
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In an era of big data, cities are hard pressed to maintain trust around the public’s information. But it can be done.
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As efforts to increase citizen privacy in a digital world gain ground, what does that mean for government?
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For CIO Sharon Kennedy Vickers, residents are at the heart of St. Paul's IT goals.
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The Internet of Things is growing and so is the risk of exploitation.
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Self-driving cars aren't all that autonomous — yet.
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