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Are Smartphones in the Classroom a Smart Move?

The CoolCatTeacher

Liz Kolb in episode 387 of the 10-Minute Teacher From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Are Smartphones a good idea? The post Are Smartphones in the Classroom a Smart Move? We discuss the pro’s and cons. Listen to the Show. Listen to the show on iTunes or Stitcher.

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Liz, Aly, & Walt: Ticked Off Teens Talk about Social Media and Smartphones

The CoolCatTeacher

My students speak out on episode 312 From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. The post Liz, Aly, & Walt: Ticked Off Teens Talk about Social Media and Smartphones appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day.

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Cool Cat Teacher’s 31 Favorite Everyday Tools I’m Using Right Now #edtech

The CoolCatTeacher

A special Valentine's Day Episode of 10MT with Links to Tools and Tech I Use From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. iKross Tripod with adapters for smartphones, tablets, GoPro, and DSLR Camera – [link]. Do you want to know my productivity tips and tricks? Mophie Powerstation XXL [link].

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Balance the Delivery

Ask a Tech Teacher

While already aware of the effects smartphones had on students’ attention, I tried to keep a balanced approach to using technology in my classroom. Christian Miraglia is a recently retired 36-year educator and now Educational Technology Consultant at t4edtech where he also blogs at Edtech and Things Related.

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Digital Signage Growth Helps K–12 Schools Get Their Messages Out

EdTech Magazine

SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks! Digital signage also offers mobile integration , so schools can push information to devices like smartphones. Follower her on Twitter at @wendymcmahon. How Schools Use Digital Signage. time-bound dayparting information. CDW Segment. Pull Quote.

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How Primary Students Can Use Technology Effectively

EdTech Magazine

MORE FROM EDTECH: Find more strategies for connecting students and teachers for productive learning. MORE FROM EDTECH: See how K–12 teachers are using creative ways to incorporate computer science into their lesson plans. Please join the discussion on Twitter by using the #ConnectIT hashtag. . . If Not Now, When?

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5 Benefits of Technology in the Classroom

ViewSonic Education

From increased engagement to more inclusive environments, the correct application of EdTech improves a wide range of learning outcomes. Read on for the top 5 advantages to technology in the classroom or visit our education solutions page for more insights on EdTech. But for those who embrace it, the advantages are virtually limitless.