Ray Bendici
Ray Bendici is the Managing Editor of Tech & Learning and Tech & Learning University. He is an award-winning journalist/editor, with more than 20 years of experience, including a specific focus on education.
Latest articles by Ray Bendici

Analytics-Based Strategies to Equitably Address Opportunity Gaps
By Ray Bendici published
How schools use analytics and data to personalize the learning experience for all students

Tapping the Potential of Learning Through Play in STEAM Programs
By Ray Bendici last updated
Encouraging purposeful play through tools such as LEGO Education to engage students and improve STEAM learning outcomes

How to Develop a Diverse School IT Staff
By Ray Bendici last updated
To create a diverse school IT staff, education leaders have to be intentional about recruiting, supporting, and developing professionals from all backgrounds

How Schools and Districts Are Connecting with Families
By Ray Bendici published
Connecting with families continues to be a focus for educators as the 2021-22 school year begins

Tech & Learning Leadership Roundtable Recap: Remote Learning in Illinois
By Ray Bendici last updated
The inaugural virtual “lunch and learn” roundtable and interactive Q&A focused on implementing remote learning.

Tech & Learning Remote Learning Series: Lessons Learned in Georgia
By Ray Bendici last updated
Georgia districts applied their remote learning lessons learned from 2014's "Snowmaggedon" to quickly launch an effective remote learning plan.

Tech & Learning Remote Learning Series: What They're Doing in Texas
By Ray Bendici last updated
District leaders from small, medium, and large districts discussed how they are meeting diverse needs as they roll out remote learning programs

Tech & Learning Remote Learning Series: What They’re Doing in New York City
By Ray Bendici last updated
The New York City Department of Education launched a remote learning program in the nation’s largest school district in a week

Tech & Learning Remote Learning Series: What They’re Doing in California
By Ray Bendici last updated
Leaders from Los Angeles USD and Cupertino USD shared how remote learning has been implemented

Tech & Learning Remote Learning Series: What They’re Doing in Florida
By Ray Bendici last updated
Leaders from Miami-Dade County Public Schools and Escambia County School District shared how remote learning has been implemented

Post-Pandemic Edtech Tools: What to Consider
By Ray Bendici published
When buying and implementing edtech tools post-pandemic, education leaders need to connect with users, gather data, and be mindful of equity.

Planning for Next Year: Transitioning from Remote Learning to Blended Learning
By Ray Bendici last updated
Blended and remote learning will be part of learning going forward according to leaders from Parkland School District and Township High School District #211.

Finding & Funding the Best Tools for Any Learning Environment
By Ray Bendici last updated
Insight and advice for preparing for back to school

How to Use Data to Prepare for the Upcoming School Year
By Ray Bendici last updated
Advice and resources to collect actionable data that can be used to support back-to-school planning.
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