Educational Technology Guy

MAY 16, 2012

Individual laptops – A lot of schools are moving over to having individual laptops for each student, which has taken lessons to an entirely new level. Social media allows us to interact on an entirely different level, and engages students because it’s something they already have an interest in.

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

In a fairly short time, amazing innovations like iPads, laptops, and smartphones have opened up a new world of information for students of all ages. Outside the classroom, students love to share their experiences on social media such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat.

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WJU EdTech

MARCH 17, 2015

I thought most teachers understood social media do’s and don’ts. While many some people feel they can post anything on social media that they want, don’t do it! Don’t use your brain and post your uncensored thoughts or pictures to social media. But I am finding they don’t.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Since 2020, the social media app has invested millions of dollars and teamed with experts, public figures, and educational institutions to post more learning material under the hashtag #LeanOnTikTok. Sure, they can share it afterwards on social media and spread the word. It’s a daunting issue – but one that we can solve.

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Edsurge

APRIL 3, 2018

Social media, contrary to its reputation, actually seems to improve certain prosocial behaviors—empathy, to name one—in teenage populations. Researchers in one study followed a group of 10-14-year-olds for a year, tracking their use of use social media, primarily Twitter and Facebook. I ask, “Xbox? Then I pause.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 29, 2018

We partner with Microsoft, we partner with Google to make a lot of different form factors, such as desktops and laptops, that roll out in schools districts,” said Shealy. He's a writer, technology enthusiast, social media lover and all-around digital guy. The handwriting and touch capabilities are built into a lot of them too.”.

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Securly

APRIL 19, 2016

On average, students spend about 5-10 hours per day on their device(s) (smartphone, iPad, laptop, etc). Students from around the world reported using their devices for the following activities (time allocation in descending order): Social Media, Schoolwork, Entertainment, Gaming. SOCIAL MEDIA. SCHOOLWORK.

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The Daring Librarian

APRIL 20, 2014

I recently worked a few nights madly and happily Photoshopping & designing a new Twitter look for our school''s Twitter page! (it''s & best viewed on a big desktop screen) when I heard that they''re soon changing the look and design features of Twitter altogether! and to customize your Twitter background.

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SpeechTechie

SEPTEMBER 10, 2011

The day will also include a component on using social media tools with students at varying levels. Bring your own laptop is preferred. This session will help you find information and lesson ideas, inspiring your work! Hope some of you can make it! Course Description: Do you feel isolated in your classroom?

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Tom Murray

JANUARY 12, 2016

Districts looking for long term sustainability by purchasing high quality devices at an affordable cost should take a hard look at both laptops and tablets for solutions. Commit to Leveraging Social Media and Telling Your Great Story! Every day across our nation, great things happen in every school.

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iLearn Technology

JANUARY 2, 2017

Produce and share impressive videos for storytelling, projects, or to share to social media. If you have a class social media channel on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube- Adobe Spark is about to take it to the next level of awesomeness!

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 19, 2016

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. GradeCam also works with laptops, desktops, tablets and any device that has a camera connected to wifi. He also regularly travels the country talking to schools and districts about the use of social media in the classroom.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 5, 2010

During the meeting I challenged them to be active in the change process and provide ideas on how to make NMHS a better place academically and socially. In particular they emphasized the importance of accessibility to technology and the use of social media to improve communication in regards to school events, news, achievements etc.

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Tech Helpful

AUGUST 23, 2018

Now, as a high school student he chooses to be different than his peers when it come to social media. I came to find a small piece of my identity in my skill at the social media game and therefore put a lot of effort into my online appearance. Twitter lasted for only 4 days.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 12, 2016

iPad, Chromebook, or Laptop, or Netbook. Almost as bad is using one of those big clunky laptops. apps for Twitter/FB/G+/LI–or whatever your social media of choice is. Test drive it so you know where the buttons are, then use it to find meeting rooms, changes in schedules, and updates. Any ideas?).

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

Meaghan Markey prefers to take notes with her laptop in class, so she was surprised—and a bit frustrated—to find several of her professors at Michigan State University had “no-tech in class” policies, meaning no laptops, no smartphones. For me, it was a lot simpler having your phone or laptop out during class,” she said.

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The Web20Classroom

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

Our mobility, use of social media and access to devices has made making connections easy and impactful. And who has time to sit in front of a laptop for hours searching for just the right blog post. Twitter chats, as I have said for a very long time, can be a great starting point for these types of reflections.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 25, 2017

iPad, Chromebook, Laptop, Netbook, or Smartphone. Almost as bad is using one of those big clunky laptops. apps for Twitter/FB/G+/LI–or whatever your social media of choice is. Test drive it so you know where the buttons are, then use it to find meeting rooms, changes in schedules, and updates. Any ideas?).

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Educational Technology Guy

JULY 16, 2015

I have the same work and personal laptop - an HP Elitebook Folio 9470m with Core i5 processors and SSD drives. I love the 7" tablet size and use this for social media, web surfing, personal email (I don't check work email at home anymore), e-books and Netflix. All of my files are in Drive, and backed up on my personal laptop.

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Educational Technology Guy

DECEMBER 17, 2014

OFM, a leading office and school furniture manufacturer, distributor, and wholesaler, announced the winners of the “My Desk Says” social media contest. The contest asked office workers to share photos on Twitter of their desks along with the hashtag #MyDeskSays and a brief description of what their desk said about them and their work.

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Doug Levin

AUGUST 20, 2017

Tagged on: August 17, 2017 Do Laptops Help Learning? Initiatives cover: open education resources, education innovation, technology standards, maximizing federal funding, digital equity, educational technology best practices, privacy compliance and privacy best practices.

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Perry Hewitt

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

Try out the experience on your laptop with locations like the Hoover Dam and Hong Kong Stadium at Google Earth VR. A Steam account and an HTC Vive headset will get you free access to Google Earth in virtual reality. Messaging apps are on the rise, and skew younger. McKinsey outlines a step-by-step guide to Agile marketing.

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Learning with 'e's

OCTOBER 14, 2017

The news created a small stir on social media, with several educators opining about what they thought of lecture theatres, their place in universities, technology, and teaching and learning in general. Some of the students are using laptops or other connected devices, whilst others are listening as a lecturer holds forth at the front.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 19, 2019

Do you need to have a desktop or laptop to get the most out of the platform, or would a smartphone work best? What social media do you use regularly for communicating with your students and parents? What social media do you use regularly for communicating with your students and parents? Join the Community.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 3, 2018

What I am seeing is increasing anxiety about students' own phones in the classroom and the distraction that brings, and skepticism from parents about the value of laptops for homework. That context seems to be missing in our Twitter-verse right now. What else should districts and teachers should be thinking about going forward?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 9, 2017

School digital devices used to be primarily PCs, but now there are Chromebooks, iPads, Macs, Surface Pros, laptops, and more. In this section, also include all of your social media contacts. I have four Twitter accounts and share the one appropriate to the circumstance. Devices you can use.

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My Paperless Classroom

APRIL 18, 2015

I settled into the coffee shop this morning, closed my laptop and started reading. For example, his discussion of social media will not turn the reader into a twitter superstar, or demystify hashtags, but it will help someone who believes Twitter is silly begin to understand how social media can support a school’s communication and community.

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EdTechSandyK

JANUARY 27, 2014

Public Relations In Royce City ISD, every campus has a Twitter account and shares reminders with parents and students via Twitter. We need to be using social media to tell people about the positive things that are going on in our classrooms and schools! He can''t imagine doing his job without his Twitter PLN.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The Speak Up data revealed an increase in students’ access to mobile devices, tablets, laptops, and Chromebooks. You can follow Eileen on Twitter @EileenBelastock. Digital Learning During the Pandemic. The largest increases seen were where schools and districts invested in Chromebooks as their students’ home devices.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 5, 2017

Jarrod Robinson, the PE Geek, shares on episode 70 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Twitter handle: @mrrobbo. Today Jarrod Robinson @mrrobbo gives us the apps, tools, and mindset to rock physical education class. Selected Links from this Episode.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 22, 2017

Brook Avenue Elementary School in Waco, Texas has been in the papers before, but not for shiny new laptops or flexible classrooms. Starting with social media such as Facebook and Twitter, the two make it a priority to celebrate the accomplishments of students and teachers in their school on a daily basis. Jessica Torres.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 20, 2015

Almost as bad is using one of those big clunky laptops. apps for Twitter/FB/G+/LI–or whatever your social media of choice is. Don’t attend a conference with a paper and pencil–really. You’ll stand out like Windows at a Mac convention. And they won’t have a pencil sharpener anywhere.

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Educational Technology Guy

SEPTEMBER 10, 2012

The free service also operates on the Web, allowing teachers to alternatively use a laptop, desktop computer, or any smartphone or tablet via Web browser. Follow me on Twitter and Google+. In the process, we’re taking on a frustrating pain point for teachers and turning it into a positive experience that benefits all”. To date, over 3.5

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Learning with 'e's

JANUARY 9, 2012

The strapline on the official website declares that the awards are there to honour 'the best producers of short content on social media'. But if you wish to vote for your favourite tweeter, categories you may be interested in include blogger, science, video blogger and social media. They are all interesting connections.

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The Innovative Educator

AUGUST 30, 2015

As of the writing of this, I currently do not have a laptop to call my own. thanks for letting me use your laptop dad! ” It is useful for my learning because it will be able to store all of my supplies (pens, pencils, books, binders, and a laptop among other things) to and from school.

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The 21st Century Principal

MARCH 19, 2013

I also tried other alternatives suggested on Twitter, such as Newsblur and some desktop software readers such as Feedreader. The app is much easier to use than the the web app, and sharing your reading through social media is also an option, another important feature of my RSS reading experience. Feedly Web Interface 1.

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techlearning

OCTOBER 3, 2018

Me Conecto para Aprender aims to close the gap in access to information technologies and promote their use across Chile by providing all of the country’s 7grade students a laptop computer, a year of internet access, and high-quality digital resources that encourage the use of the computer.

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