Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 25, 2020

Buncee , the digital canvas creation tool (computers, Chromebooks, and iPad app) is not free for teachers to create a class account and start designing engaging lessons or use one of the several templates teachers worldwide have created. Learn how to use the amazing Immersive Reader that makes learning accessible to all.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 23, 2018

Review: Acer Tab 10 Gives Students the Best of Chromebooks and Tablets. Do we want a Chromebook or a tablet?” Now, school districts can have both with the Acer Chromebook Tab 10 , the world’s first tablet running the Chrome OS. . Chromebook Tab 10 Is Lightweight and Can Last the School Day. Acer Chromebook Tab 10.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 18, 2019

Federal laws such as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) , as well as state allocations and local funding, give schools access to resources to support students with special needs. MORE FROM EDTECH: See how K–12 schools can design modern learning environments with accessibility in mind. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

I recently chatted with a tech coordinator on the East coast who asked about software alternatives to the webtools we were discussing. Usually, teachers want free, easily-accessible-from-anywhere webtools in place of expensive, installed software. When you purchase software, you get the entire program. That surprised me.

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Educational Technology Guy

MAY 23, 2016

Google Apps for Education and Chromebooks have become truly awesome resources for schools and Google just keeps improving them. Here are some of the recent announcements: Android apps are coming to Chromebooks! some Android apps have already been available for use on a Chromebook. Some exciting news for schools!!

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Vizor

MARCH 10, 2021

Reading Time: 4 minutes Google’s popular Chromebook devices are taking over the education sector. The following points are 6 facts about Chromebooks. This rebrand includes over 50 new features and over 40 new Chromebooks that will release in April 2021. That’s why many organizations are also using Chromebooks.

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Vizor

AUGUST 31, 2020

Reading Time: 3 minutes Last week, we took the Chromebook Training from Google. The Chromebook Training highlights what makes Chromebooks different and why it’s great for students. In this blog, we will review the benefits of Chromebooks and why they are a good option for the Education Sector. Access to Your Profile.

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EdTechTeam

APRIL 24, 2019

You may have noticed the device of choice for many school districts and students is the Chromebook. Chromebooks are, simply put, devices that connect to the Internet with keyboards attached. However, because they connect with Chrome, they are called Chromebooks. But what about the Chromebook device itself? Even better?

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Educational Technology Guy

MAY 7, 2015

Chromebooks are amazing devices that are great for education. While they can do a lot , there are the occasional times when a user will need access to a Windows only application. My district uses Ericom AccessNow to provide access to Windows applications on Chromebooks. Pretty much everything.

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Dr. Shannon Doak

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Many people think it is not possible to code on a Chromebook. I will begin by discussing applications that work on a Chromebook for younger children, then older students and finally for adults and those who want to code for a living. You can code on a Chromebook. However, Linux can now be installed easily on Chromebooks.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 19, 2019

By embracing cloud solutions, such as those offered by Microsoft , Amazon and Google , school leaders can rethink computer labs to offer greater flexibility and increase access to instructional technology — and enjoy some cost savings. The trend is a bit different outside of school: 85 percent of students in the U.S.

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Educational Technology Guy

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Access is Microsoft''s well known data base tool. Useful for Chromebook users and others looking for a web based solution. It also can work with SQL and Access files. Related: LibreOffice - free office suite software Free Alternatives to Microsoft Office Why do schools still pay so much for software?

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Vizor

JULY 13, 2020

In many cases, we have seen school districts purchasing Chromebooks, for each student , as part of a 1:1 program. Without further ado, here is how to manage Chromebooks like a pro. . G Suite is a fantastic tool , but it is limited with regards to Chromebook Management. As a result, we created a tool that does just that.

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Educational Technology Guy

AUGUST 12, 2012

Instead of a school purchasing an iPad and keyboard for all the students, what about a Chromebook and Nexus 7 for each student? A Chromebook starts at $300 and the Nexus 7 starts at $200. Account management is very easy with the Chromebooks and Nexus 7 using Google accounts for each student. That''s a great deal.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 13, 2020

Buncee , the digital canvas creation tool (computers, Chromebooks, and iPad app) is not free for teachers to create a class account and start designing engaging lessons or use one of the several templates teachers worldwide have created. Learn how to use the amazing Immersive Reader that makes learning accessible to all.

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Vizor

JANUARY 15, 2020

Reading Time: 5 minutes Chromebooks are widely popular in the Education Sector. School districts buy thousands of Chromebooks at a time for their students. Google makes it an easy choice with Chromebooks’ durability, long battery life, and low costs. Chromebook Management is often overlooked from an IT perspective.

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eSchool News

MARCH 5, 2021

Vernier Software & Technology recently launched a new lab book that uses food as a means to help high school and college students explore important chemistry concepts. About Vernier Software & Technology Vernier Software & Technology has led the innovation of educational, scientific data-collection technology for 40 years.

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Hapara

MAY 8, 2023

The bottom line is that a school can’t provide unfiltered internet access to minors. Web filter software’s main goal then is to create a safe online environment for students. Let’s explore the ways web filter software benefits learning in K-12. Most web filters don’t recognize these as game sites, so kids can easily access them.

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Educational Technology Guy

MARCH 3, 2015

I''m a huge fan and user of Google Apps for Education and Chromebooks and have written about them at length here. v=dWDI_249CFY&feature=youtube_gdata_player Why Chromebooks for Education https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MeSBorbRZOA&feature=youtu.be Chromebooks for Education [link] What is Google Apps for Education?

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Educational Technology Guy

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

Chromebooks are getting more and more popular which means they are more ripe for theft. There are some features and tips for protecting your Chromebooks. This means that if the Chromebook is stolen, there are no files for the thief to access. This makes the Chromebook useless to the thief.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

“However, we know from our conversations with school administrators that an acute pain point yet to be solved is an effective network filtering solution that offers students safe internet access from their own devices.” . MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out how web filters keep K—12 students safe. by Eli Zimmerman. Twitter.

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Educational Technology Guy

OCTOBER 16, 2015

Neverware, a startup that has developed a software product, CloudReady , in partnership with Google, which turns almost any computer from the last 8 years into a full-fledged Chromebook. Imagine being able to use that old PC or Mac you have lying around as a Chromebook.

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Educational Technology Guy

DECEMBER 15, 2015

Benefits of Google Apps and Chromebooks https://www.google.com/edu/ How does Google Apps and Chromebooks compare to Apple or Microsoft inside the classroom? Google Apps and Chromebooks are extremely easy to use. Schools using Chromebooks have great experiences with limited issues or concerns.

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Educational Technology Guy

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

I am a heavy user of Google Apps including Chrome and Chromebooks. These are the extensions that I use and feel are some of the best and most useful and consider a must have for all Chromebook users. Screencastify - simple video screen capture software for Chrome. Use to record lessons and classes for students to access later.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are behind next-generation improvements in a range of software tools for students with sensory or learning disabilities. His research focuses on advancing the accessibility of computer-based assessments—for all learners—through a standards-based approach.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Young children spend around seven hours every day in front of a screen , and most teenagers have access to a mobile device. As schools create their own, long-term digital citizenship programs , it is important to have some control over what students can access while at school. Students are more exposed to the internet than ever.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 3, 2018

In education, software programs lend a helping hand just about everywhere, from device ­management to digital learning. Some schools even rely on ­software to save lives. Last January, PCSD installed GoGuardian Admin on its Chromebooks , which the district provides for 11,600 students in its 18 schools. . eli.zimmerman_9856.

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Also, through Google’s free curriculum, CS First, teachers and students can access over 1,000 instructional videos and lesson plans. The website offers teachers free software and curriculum to teach computer science, digital citizenship, entrepreneurship, and more, to students of all ages.

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Edsurge

JULY 2, 2016

Chromebooks have displaced iPads as the most popular new devices shipping to U.S. The $199 and up Chromebooks have gone from absolutely no market share to now taking more than a quarter of the educational market – and all in just two years.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 12, 2019

It also is important to have clear designations and parameters governing what devices may be used , what data may be collected and shared, who can access the data and how they access it. Who has access to the data, and should those with access actually have it? Make Sure Faculty and Staff Know the Laws. by David Andrade.

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Educational Technology Guy

MAY 30, 2012

Google and Samsung have just announced a new Chromebook, the Chromebox and the new version of Google''s Chrome OS. I have been a long time user of Google''s Chrome OS and Chromebook (almost two years) on their beta device, the CR-48. Chromebooks run Google''s Chrome OS which is based on the Chrome web browser. I love it!

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Expanding upon its award-winning Vernier Graphical Analysis app, Vernier Software & Technology is launching the Vernier Graphical Analysis Pro app to engage students—either remotely or in the lab—in more advanced analysis of data from biology, chemistry, and physics experiments. About Vernier Software & Technology.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 26, 2015

Using device-agnostic software called Neverware, districts are breathing new life into old laptops. After years of using Chromebooks alongside its traditional laptops, school leaders were anticipating lightning-fast boot up times from their new investments. It was definitely an improvement (in speed) over what we were dealing with.”.

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Hapara

OCTOBER 11, 2022

On any given school day, approximately 50 million students around the world are using some type of device to access and complete assignments, collaborate with classmates or search the internet for resources to enhance their learning. Monitoring software doesn’t just have to be about shutting down off-task behavior.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Many schools have resorted to expensive and clunky classroom management software to help monitor behavior while students engage with technology. Locked Mode, a new feature in Google Forms and Classroom, allows educators to lock down the testing environment on school-managed Chromebooks. . Can’t Access Locked Mode?

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Hapara

MARCH 13, 2023

In order to protect learners, it’s essential for a K-12 district or school to use web filtering software. Schools that receive E-rate program discounts for broadband access are required to have internet safety policies with “technology protection measures.” But if your district only uses Chromebooks, there’s a setting you can turn on.

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Educational Technology Guy

JANUARY 12, 2015

Google Apps and Chromebooks App Recommendations and Substitutions Here is a list of Google Apps and Web Apps to use. This district has been 1-1 with Chromebooks for quite a while with a lot of experience. link] [link] read and fill in Interactive PDFs on the Chromebook using the cloud-based reader "PDF Escape": [link].

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