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Uncommon Learning

A Principal's Reflections

If students cannot learn the way we now teach or in the conditions that are prevalent, maybe we need to teach the way they learn and create a school environment that more closely aligns with their world. Effective digital learning environments focus on learning outcomes as opposed to the tools themselves.

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Best iPad Apps for Teachers

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Book Creator : This one is particularly close to my heart. It allows both teachers and students to create their own books. It’s incredibly versatile for designing engaging worksheets, newsletters, and even books. It’s like having a multimedia studio right in your iPad, enabling you to annotate, animate, narrate, and more.

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How Academic Publishers Can Push the Boundaries of Digital Learning

Edsurge

He printed the first major book, using movable metal type. Books became the gold standard of information storage because they could finally be easily reproduced and shared. From that day forward, the printed book became the foundation of the educational publishing industry. Learning Objects: What, Why, and How.

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Top 15 Sites and Apps for Flipped Learning

Technology Tidbits

A "Flipped Classroom" is a classroom that uses class time to do activities/lessons (guided by the teacher) and "homework" time (at home) for guided instruction (usually through video). For an excellent info-graphic on what a "Flipped Classroom" is click here. This list is in alphabetical order.

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And the top e-learning trends for 2016 are.

Neo LMS

First, mobile learning. Sure, there were lots of devices released in 2014 and the years before, but 2015 was the mobile age. Practically speaking, students no longer have to carry heavy books and notebooks to schools – all they’d have to do bring is their personal tablet or laptop to school. But it’s not just about that.

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3 Organizational Apps to Start the School Year

Ask a Tech Teacher

When looking for an app to curate classroom reading, consider these requirements: works well with your current LMS. displays books quickly, allowing you to open multiple books, add annotations, and take notes. includes a wide variety of reading formats. displays class textbooks. Lots of apps do the first three; none the last.

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10 Tips to Increase Teacher Productivity

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

You can create quizzes, flashcards, and interactive games to make learning fun and informative. These can be especially helpful for flipped classrooms or providing additional resources to students who need them. This could be reading a book, gardening, or any activity you enjoy.

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