Education Roundup - Compassion: The Lost Leadership Quality

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December 08, 2009  Education Roundup

Last year, the University of Southern Mississippi was looking for a reliable solution to help ease systems management challenges. Not only were they able to streamline their IT environment, they were able to reduce overhead and minimize errors. Learn how they did it – download the case study today.

News  Featured columns Technology + Perseverance = Innovation Inventor Dean Kamen explains that to create a good invention, you have to be willing to fail repeatedly. U.S. Schools Lag in Global Broadband Race As foreign countries improve high-speed Internet connections, U.S. officials push for more broadband penetration. University Data Center Will Conserve Energy At Syracuse University, officials aim to cut energy consumption with data center that will use 50 percent less energy than average, making it one of the greenest in operation. Mass. Leader Emphasizes STEM Education Tim Murray, lieutenant governor of Massachusetts, pushes to make STEM a priority through partnerships. Check it out Register Your Students Registration for the 2009-2010 Young Minds Digital Times Film Competition is now open. The second annual competition, presented by KidThrive.org in partnership with Converge magazine, is free for students in grades six through 12. Competition registration runs through Feb. 19, 2010. The Digital Education Leadership Conversation On Dec. 10, 2009, join the Digital Education Leadership Conversation from afar by attending virtually! We’ll build new relationships in the education community; convene a unique collection of speakers, topics and attendees; and explore new definitions for educational outcomes aligned to a sustainable future. Register for virtual attendance today>> Most Popular The Digital Education Leadership Conversation CUNY 8th Annual IT Conference Mainstreaming Special Education Students? U.S. School Districts Honored for Technology Performance Mass. Leader Emphasizes STEM Education Compassion: The Lost Leadership Quality This is the time of year where everyone is feeling a little more compassionate. But the need for leaders to show grace, mercy and compassion doesn't just end on December 25. Read more>>  Technology Use in Thailand Teaches the Education Technologist As I reflect on my recent vacation in Thailand, I can't help but think of some scenes I witnessed in which personal computers played an important role. Read more>>   Education opportunities Find the Right Job for You If you're looking for a new job or just want to see what's out there, we've got you covered. Our new jobs section on Converge Online allows you to search more than 2,000 listings for administrator, teacher, IT personnel and professor openings across the United States. Check it out>>

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