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Best Digital Portfolio Tools for Students

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

By definition, a portfolio, according to Arter and Spandel, ‘is a purposeful collection of student work that exhibits to the student, or others, her efforts or achievement in one or more areas’ (cited in Baki and Birgin, 2007, p. This interconnectedness makes it a seamless option for students already engaged in the Google ecosystem.

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar Activities for Kids

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Digital platforms like Seesaw or Google Classroom could facilitate this beautifully, allowing kids to snap pictures of their meals to include in their journal. Interactive Storyboard : Kids can rearrange digital ‘cards’ that feature key elements of the story, like the caterpillar, the moon, and various foods.

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Turning ‘Google Maps for Education’ From Metaphor to Reality

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In his latest EdSurge column , Michael Horn laid out how Google Maps offers an aspirational metaphor for what the future of educational tools could look like. Today, Google Maps is an open ecosystem for accurate, real-time geospatial and navigation data.

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14 Effective Self-Directed Learning Strategies

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Today, we’re exploring the concept of self-directed learning strategies. Now, we’re not just talking about Googling an answer to a quick question. Indeed, once you understand how to foster self-directed learning, it’s like unlocking a whole new world of educational potential.

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How Schools Can Respond To The Age Of Information

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Apple sold more than 40 million iPhones in 2019 and more than two billion since its launch in 2007. Remember Google Glass? It was what the name suggested it might be—Matrix-style glasses that allow Google to stream information directly to your eyes via a heads-up display on the glasses. And Google Glass changed even less.)

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Characteristics of The 21st Century Teachers

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Teachers with AI and data literacy can leverage AI-powered tools for personalized learning, use data analytics to track and improve student performance, and even integrate AI topics into the curriculum. This knowledge helps in preparing students for a future where AI will be a significant part of many industries and professions. Griffo, V.

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Learning Revolution Free PD - Angela Maiers Tonight - LOTS of 2014 Global Education Conference Updates - Proposal Deadline, Keynotes, and Volunteering

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Learning Revolution Events Global Education Conference , November 17th - 21st, 2014 Partner Spotlight Africa ICT Right (AIR) is an ICT-oriented non-profit organization established in 2007 with its Headquarter in Ghana and run by a team of volunteers. More information. Share your ideas with Joel here.