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Donna Eason

Global Customer Marketing Writer

Donna Eason is one of Cisco's writers and storytellers. In her work, she shares stories about the innovations and connections technology makes possible, and the differences they enable in people's lives. Before joining Cisco, Donna worked as an independent marketing and communications consultant with clients in a range of industries including technology, education, and healthcare. She has broad experience in her field, but admits that she loves writing best. Donna lives in New Hampshire with her husband and a Golden Retriever named Duncan. Her youngest daughter is a recent Boston University graduate, and her oldest daughter has left the nest and lives and works in San Francisco, Calif.

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August 27, 2019

EDUCATION

Unique program educates students and helps close the cybersecurity skills gap

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Cisco Cyber Defense Clinic provides a free cybersecurity lab environment that educators can integrate into coursework to enable students to engage hands-on with advanced cybersecurity technologies.

July 25, 2019

EDUCATION

Summer reading list: 5 recommendations to keep you inspired and informed

2 min read

Thinking of summer reading with digital teaching and learning in mind? Here are a few suggestions. Some are serious—think safer schools—but others are inspirational and fun.

April 30, 2019

EDUCATION

What’s next for E-rate?

4 min read

The E-rate filing window closed March 27. More than 21,000 schools and libraries are awaiting a funding decision. What’s happening behind the scenes? How can you plan for what’s next?

March 28, 2019

EDUCATION

A future-ready workforce: Cisco Networking Academy preps 9.2 million students

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New data shows that 9.2 million students—1.6 million in the U.S.—are ready for STEM careers thanks to Cisco Networking Academy. And they’re earning 22% more than their peers.

February 20, 2019

EDUCATION

When video technology changes lives: Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf

3 min read

What does “video” mean at your school? In a recent Center for Digital Education survey, almost all respondents said that their school districts incorporated video technology in teaching and learning.

January 10, 2019

EDUCATION

The E-rate filing window opens January 16! Here are our top 10 tips for success.

2 min read

Since 1996, E-rate has helped more than 100,000 schools and libraries connect to the Internet. The filing window opens soon. Are you ready to start the E-rate filing process?

December 13, 2018

EDUCATION

Our Top 5 education posts of 2018: See what you missed

3 min read

We’re looking back at our five most-read blog posts of 2018. If you missed them the first time, now’s your chance to see why they resonated with other readers.

December 4, 2018

EDUCATION

It’s not the quantity of edtech in classrooms that matters. It’s how you use it.

4 min read

With millions of devices shipped to schools annually, technology use is growing. Is student achievement up too? In this paper, Dr. Sonny Magana shares strategies to increase outcomes with edtech.

November 15, 2018

EDUCATION

4 best practices for research networking at Montana State University

2 min read

Research is a core pillar of MSU’s land-grant mission. Here’s how software-defined access reshaped research networking—and the user experience—across campus.

November 2, 2018

EDUCATION

On a connected campus, wireless is the invisible hero

2 min read

In September, my daughter moved into her dorm room with a cell phone, laptop, smart watch, smart speaker, and printer. Not too long ago, I was thrilled with a Coronamatic.

August 24, 2018

EDUCATION

Career ready: 3 questions to help build the workforce of the future

3 min read

The lunchboxes — Pokemon, Paw Patrol, mermaids, superheroes — are a sign of things to come. Soon, educators begin the work of preparing students for what comes next: advanced education, work, life.

June 20, 2018

EDUCATION

Inspiring those “a-ha” moments with digital learning

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At the Shawnee Mission School District in Kansas, teachers and students innovate with collaboration technology to foster engagement and bring excitement and creativity to the classroom.

May 31, 2018

EDUCATION

Summer reading list: modernizing IT and enhancing cybersecurity, plus a view of the bright side

3 min read

Thinking of summer reading with digital teaching and learning in mind? Here are a few suggestions. Some are serious—think cybersecurity and IT modernization—but others are inspirational and fun.

May 9, 2018

EDUCATION

[New Cybersecurity Report] How to Stay Ahead of the Latest Cyber Threats in Higher Ed

2 min read

Nearly 60% of colleges and universities worldwide have experienced at least one public security breach, and in 2017, threats like these cost 51% of all affected institutions more than $500,000.

February 27, 2018

EDUCATION

The Future of STEM: Cisco Networking Academy Turns 20

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At a recent event in the Missouri state capitol, Cisco Networking Academy - which has reached millions of students worldwide - commemorated its 20-year anniversary with 120 graduates of Missouri programs.

December 19, 2017

EDUCATION

Our Top 5 Education Posts of 2017: See What You Missed

2 min read

We’re looking back at our five most-read blog posts of 2017. If you missed them the first time, now’s your chance to see why they resonated with other readers.

November 27, 2017

EDUCATION

Video in the Classroom? The possibilities are endless.

1 min read

Located on the Hudson River, Troy, N.Y., is home to some very imaginative educators and students. They’re using video to open a “window to the world” and seeing amazing results.

September 20, 2018

EDUCATION

E-rate Do’s and Don’ts

2 min read

In spite of what the calendar says, now is the true “new year.” School is back in session, and it’s time to think about edtech funding and getting E-rate right.