Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 3, 2024

The pace of change, driven predominantly by the rapid encroachment of digital and now AI technologies, has accelerated dramatically. The fast-paced evolution in educational technology and methodologies necessitates a fresh look at what features teachers should exhibit to be effective and relevant in this ever-changing environment.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 17, 2016

Google in June announced an. education grant offering free credits for its cloud platform, with no credit card required, unlimited access to its suite of tools and training resources. Google Cloud launched in 2011, but has caught up to competitors to. Google breaking in? . Google Cloud’s grant will allow U.S.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 23, 2012

In addition to using Yahoo doodle, he began writing quiz software in 2006. As the site increased in popularity it caught the eye of Bill Gates and Google with an end result being over 4 million in funding. Change education reform educational technology Flipped Classroom Khan Academy Opinion'

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Kathy Schrock

JUNE 1, 2020

#loveyouall Back in the day, employees of Google could pitch an idea to their supervisor to be able to take advantage of the “20% Time” program. Many of these projects turned into important components of the Google products. I used to love Google Labs, which included prototypes of the ideas being developed.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 14, 2018

Screencastify is the screencasting tool I recommend for Google Chrome and Chromebooks. Built for Chromebooks, it saves all of your recordings directly to Google Drive. Pam: I think that one of the things that particularly — in states like Virginia where the resources that localities have access to can be wildly different.

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Shake Up Learning

MAY 28, 2019

Back in 2006, my students created a podcast, “Miss Bell’s Chime Time!” He is a man who puts his love of technology and teaching into action every day. Chris is the host of The House of #EdTech Podcast and the producer of the Google Teacher Tribe Podcast that I do with Matt Miller. Click To Tweet.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 6, 2016

The Background on Computational Thinking Computational thinking was a term that became popular in 2006 with computer scientist Jeannette Wing’s article in Communications of the ACM , in which she called computational thinking a fundamental skill for all. Computational Thinking Resources: How Can You Add CT to Your Classroom?

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 8, 2019

For example, since I started teaching moviemaking with my students in 2006, I have used a Storyboard Dictionary of shots that I originally adapted from the American Film Institute. We did it and it has been a fantastic resource for creativity for our students and faculty. You can use this format in your Google classroom.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 22, 2018

And you know, I’m kind of technology agnostic in some ways. I like technology. I was a science educator, so I’m pretty comfortable and confident using technologies of all kinds, although the kids have really surpassed me when we start to get some of the newer tools that their using, particularly as part of their Maker Work.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

Learning Models, Theories, and Technology: A Dictionary For 21st Century Teachers. Purpose: Improving our chance for a common language in discussing existing and emerging learning trends, model, and technology in hopes of innovation in classrooms, and collectively, education at large. ”( Holmes & Gardner 2006 ). (7).

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Edsurge

MAY 14, 2017

Since he introduced Khan Academy in 2006, the free, open-access education platform has inspired several knock-offs focused on specific disciplines. Sharma has a background in technology and video production (he actively researches and writes about educational technology and knowledge translation) led him to consider how to bridge that divide.

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techlearning

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

In T&L’s first Google+ Leader Community Hangout, we discussed how district leaders are implementing SEL initiatives. Here are some highlights from this discussion: NEVA MOGA INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY SUPERVISOR AT MILWAUKEE (WI) PUBLIC SCHOOLS We build our SEL around culture and climate that we monitor through surveys.

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The Daring Librarian

NOVEMBER 6, 2010

Much like the Internets in general, (or the Googles, or the Facebooks, or the Twitters, or the YouTubes) many educators look upon Wikipedia with suspicion, sometimes derision, and occasionally with fear. And for gosh sakes, it comes up top 3 in just about any Google search you do. But who are we kidding? It ain''t goin away folks!

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Dangerously Irrelevant

JANUARY 2, 2020

Since it’s now 2020, I thought it would be fun to revisit Karl Fisch’s video from 2006, titled 2020 Vision. Google buys Logitech and a whole host of media companies and university lectures. Google buys Ford, Apple, and AMD, allowing it to make breakthroughs in solar energy, battery technology, and quantum computing.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

Since the bond election passed in 2006 for $224 million, enrollment in fall 2015 for the downtown campus reached 10,952. He worries about whether innovations like online education or scaled technology strategies can help grow mature, responsible citizens. Another byproduct of ASU’s redesign is its online education, now branded EdPlus.

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The Cornerstone for Teachers

DECEMBER 6, 2015

I am so excited to be guest blogging today about one of the biggest problems/advantages teachers have in the classroom…TECHNOLOGY. I have been teaching since January of 2006, in both public and parochial (Catholic) schools in Texas. Tap into your computer teacher’s resources .

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The Electric Educator

JUNE 1, 2009

In 2006, the school opened and touted a 1-1 laptop program, campus-wide WiFi, an innovative schedule, and "project based learning." Technology is good, but only when it is implemented for a reason. You can find me on Twitter (@jrsowash), Google+, Linkedin (jrsowash), and YouTube (jrsowash). They didn''t." A good lesson for all.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 29, 2020

By identifying similar-job teachers, the district provided specific and relatable resources and support. When planning for and evaluating professional learning opportunities, the presenters recognized that technology enables teachers to be engaged in sustained social learning with their mentors and peers.

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The Daring Librarian

SEPTEMBER 8, 2012

Featuring how Google tools (forms, docs, & presentation, and more!) Nurture & inspire my reluctant tech users This year in my district we had a LOT of changes in our staffing & curriculum placing former Reading teachers into positions where they have to teach modules that include more technology than ever!

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Next, once the mission is clear, leaders should work with the tech team and teachers to ensure that the technology will meet those goals. Everyone in the community regardless of if they have a child in the school should understand how funding the technology has improved student learning.

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Hack Education

NOVEMBER 2, 2016

I pick ten trends and themes in order to closely at the recent past, the near-term history of education technology. Of course, if you look for those education technology writers who are independent from venture capital, corporate or institutional backing, or philanthropic funding, there is pretty much only me.).

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 20, 2020

A key element in any remote or hybrid scenario is equitable access to technology, and Dr. Domenech cited an estimate that as many as 14 million students still don’t have the equipment they need to receive an equitable education in areas where schools may be closed. At this point, “digital equity is not just a divide, it’s a chasm.”.

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Edsurge

APRIL 28, 2020

In this time of pandemic, when schools and colleges have shifted teaching online, more teachers find themselves making videos for their students, who in turn are seeking out such resources on their own. Or read a short recap below. Green had no prior background in education, and he doesn’t see himself as a teacher at all.

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EdTechTeam

JANUARY 4, 2017

EdTechTeam is a Google for Education Professional Development Partner and the global leader in Google for Education Certification. Across all programs, EdTechTeam hired over 200 Google Certified Trainers ( 23 of them full-time employees) to deliver 438 events totalling 4568 hours of professional development in 2016.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Familiarity does not equal experience or understanding: Just because staff have some knowledge about technology does not mean they understand how to scale it for effective digital learning. Most important, administrators should remember that even among all of these discussions about technology, it’s the people that matter.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2020

However, the goal is always the same: making sure that every student, at every level (classroom, building, district), has access to the resources they need to meet their learning goals. In addition to keeping student privacy and school budgets in mind, teachers also need to make sure that the tools work in the school’s technology environment.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 17, 2020

Previously, these were key elements in developing a strategic technology plan. In the edWebinar, “ Strategic Technology Planning: Aligning Priorities, Costs, Outcomes and Sustainability,” the presenters discussed new items that must become part of strategic plans. Constituent communications. She earned her Ed.D.

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edWeb.net

JULY 15, 2020

So, some of their learning programs come with parent licenses so that everyone can take advantage of the resources. The Center for Digital Education and The National School Board Association recognized Wilson County Schools for its innovative use of technology.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 22, 2019

At the beginning of the edtech wave, superintendents saw many benefits from using digital resources in the classroom. But, they also saw a large number of resources being recommitted to just this one aspect of education: space for server farms, money for hardware and software upgrades, overworked personnel, etc.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 1, 2020

Learning goals heavily influence tools and resources for assessment. An assessment should not be the first time students use a piece of technology. Second, they need to use a variety of resources: individual evaluations, work over the course of a school year, input from other teachers, etc.

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edWeb.net

MAY 19, 2020

The current crisis has highlighted the disparity between students with and without equitable access to technology, especially in rural schools. Ann also attended the 2014 White House Connected Superintendents Summit and was named a 2012-2013 NSBA Technology Leadership Network 20 to Watch Educator. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

As part of a series on technology best practices for school district leaders, presenters in an edWebinar , sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA , discussed five key reasons why everyone needs to be on top of their cybersecurity plan and continuously evaluate its effectiveness. Louis University.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2019

The Center for Digital Education and The National School Board Association recognized Wilson County Schools for its innovative use of technology. Rich’s experience provides a unique strategic and operational perspective to develop, lead, and integrate technology, instruction and business functions. About the Host.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 4, 2019

In the edWebinar, “ Strategic Technology Planning and Investment,” which is part of CoSN’s Empowered Superintendent series for edWeb, three superintendents who’ve been in the trenches for all aspects of district edtech plans discussed effective financial planning for technology. Department of Education Secretary in October 2016.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Be clear with parents, students, and teachers why a resource isn’t being used at your school—whether it’s due to privacy concerns or another issue—so that they feel like a part of the conversation. Ann served as co-chair of Texas Education Technology Advisory Committee which developed the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Moving to a 1:1 environment requires an overhaul of every district building and technology resource. Whether the school’s tech-savvy teachers have the new tool first or everyone receives it at the same time, the speakers agreed that all teachers need to have the technology in their hands at least six months before the students.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 22, 2019

Educators still need to constantly evaluate the effectiveness of accessibility initiatives, advocate for resources for their students, and anticipate where they need to go next. Educators need to perform regular evaluations of how the policies, teaching strategies, technology, curriculum, etc.,

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