Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 2, 2023

Chromebooks are great devices with huge educational potential. As teachers and educators, we can draw on the computing and lightweight computing capabilities of Chromebooks to boost our teaching and enhance our students learning. In this collection, I am sharing with you some of the best tools for recording audio on Chromebook.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 19, 2023

Every Earth Day (April 22, 2023 this year–see our previous article on Earth Day Class Activities ) someone in your school, maybe the parent group, raises the question of WHY NOT a paperless classroom? Classroom activities should be handled the same. Really, though: Why not?

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 17, 2017

Today John Sowash @rsowash talks formative assessment, multimedia, and the must-have apps for Chromebooks. Today he gives us five ideas to amp up our Chromebook classroom. Many of these tools and tips will work for any device that can access the Web. Listen to Jennifer Gonzalez talk about 5 Edtech Tools to Try.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The debate between choosing iPads and Chromebooks for classroom use is a topic of keen interest for educators, administrators, and parents alike. Both iPads and Chromebooks bring their unique flavors to the classroom. They have superior multimedia capabilities – great cameras, audio, and video editing tools.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 14, 2019

More important than the learning that transpires in our classrooms is the learning we inspire beyond our classroom walls. The free web tools below help teachers create a safe online class where students can access learning materials, post their work, and comment on the works of others. Collaborative Discussion Tools.

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Vizor

AUGUST 31, 2020

Reading Time: 3 minutes Last week, we took the Chromebook Training from Google. The Chromebook Training highlights what makes Chromebooks different and why it’s great for students. In this blog, we will review the benefits of Chromebooks and why they are a good option for the Education Sector. Access to Your Profile.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 20, 2023

I provide staff development and training, and many of the teachers I work with are enthusiastic about trying new tools. But I’ve seen a lot of teachers dive in too quickly, selecting and using a tool without carving out time to think through how to implement it with fidelity.

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Educational Technology Guy

MARCH 26, 2019

Accessibility is an important topic in education and encompasses the classroom space, digital tools and resources and much more. Creating an Accessibility-Friendly Classroom Environment Is the classroom bursting with patterned borders on the bulletin boards and bright colorful posters/word walls/anchor charts?

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2018

Top K–12 Tech Tools for Teaching STEM. At some schools, science, technology, engineering and math are being incorporated into the overall classroom curriculum in all grades, while others are creating courses designated for STEM learning. Makerspaces have also become a way to create easily accessible STEM learning opportunities. .

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 16, 2024

Today, I’m excited to share a list of fun games to play on school Chromebooks. Let’s dive into this digital playground and discover how these games can enhance the classroom experience, keeping students both engaged and inspired. Fun Games to Play on School Chromebook 1.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 30, 2015

AATT contributor, Krista Albrecht, has a balanced evaluation of Chromebooks in the classroom I think you’ll find useful. She has over 15 years experience in the field ranging from classroom teacher to tech teacher, to Professional Developer, to 1:1 integration specialist. Chromebooks in the Classrooms… Friend or Foe?

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Shake Up Learning

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

The post Google Accessibility Tools to Reach ALL Learners – SULS049 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Accessibility is and should be a huge topic of discussion across multiple industries but especially in learning. Ever wondered how you can use Chrome, Chromebooks, and Docs to create a more accessible classroom?

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 28, 2020

More important than the learning that transpires in our classrooms is the learning we inspire beyond our classroom walls. The free web tools below help teachers create a safe online class where students can access learning materials, post their work, and comment on the works of others. Collaborative Discussion Tools.

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Shake Up Learning

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

The post 13 Tools to Record Audio on Chromebooks and Other Devices appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Audio is a great learning and reflection tool. So I’ve put together a list of 13 Tools to Record Audio on Chromebooks and Other Devices. Find the best tools for Chromebooks can sometimes be challenging.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 26, 2024

In these 169 tech situations, you get practical strategies to address many classroom tech situations. System Restore is a recovery tool for Windows that allows you to reverse certain kinds of changes made to the operating system. Chromebooks –though you can’t download to these, perform a power wash. What do I do?

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EdTechTeacher

JANUARY 4, 2018

As the Chromebook perforates classrooms across the country, students have the ability to express themselves in ways that may not have been possible in a traditional classroom setting. Chromebooks offer so many ways to engage students creatively and go well beyond word processing. It’s that simple.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 29, 2022

The most dependable method of accessing resources is through programs preloaded onto the local computer or available as PDFs that are easily shared. This might be to save money on maintenance or to make them accessible from anywhere or any number of other great reasons, but the change results in the problems I’ve mentioned.

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Adam Watson Edtech Elixirs

MAY 7, 2021

A few months ago, Google announced a lengthy roll call of upcoming changes and upgrades across its tools and platforms, which I summarized here. One that really caught my attention: starting with Chrome version 90, the Chrome OS for Chromebooks will now include a built-in screen capture and recording tool called (wait for it) Screen Capture!

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Vizor

AUGUST 31, 2020

Reading Time: 3 minutes Last week, we took the Chromebook Training from Google. The Chromebook Training highlights what makes Chromebooks different and why it’s great for students. In this blog, we will review the benefits of Chromebooks and why they are a good option for the Education Sector. Access to Your Profile.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 23, 2018

Review: Acer Tab 10 Gives Students the Best of Chromebooks and Tablets. Do we want a Chromebook or a tablet?” That’s how conversations about classroom mobility options often start. Now, school districts can have both with the Acer Chromebook Tab 10 , the world’s first tablet running the Chrome OS. . eli.zimmerman_9856.

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Vizor

JULY 13, 2020

In many cases, we have seen school districts purchasing Chromebooks, for each student , as part of a 1:1 program. As a result, we created a tool that does just that. Without further ado, here is how to manage Chromebooks like a pro. . G Suite is a fantastic tool , but it is limited with regards to Chromebook Management.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 13, 2019

More important than the learning that transpires in our classrooms is the learning we inspire beyond our classroom walls. The free web tools below help teachers create a safe online class where students can access learning materials, post their work, and comment on the works of others. Free Virtual Learning Environments.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

A new report from national education nonprofit Project Tomorrow says adding mobile devices to the classroom provides students with equity, empowerment and a better understanding of complex concepts. The efficacy of mobile devices for education has been hotly debated from classrooms to Congress.

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Vizor

JANUARY 15, 2020

Reading Time: 5 minutes Chromebooks are widely popular in the Education Sector. School districts buy thousands of Chromebooks at a time for their students. Google makes it an easy choice with Chromebooks’ durability, long battery life, and low costs. Chromebook Management is often overlooked from an IT perspective.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 18, 2019

Federal laws such as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) , as well as state allocations and local funding, give schools access to resources to support students with special needs. It’s becoming more mainstream, and I think these things are becoming more built into just mainstream tools.”.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 28, 2020

More important than the learning that transpires in our classrooms is the learning we inspire beyond our classroom walls. The free web tools below help teachers create a safe online class where students can access learning materials, post their work, and comment on the works of others. Free Virtual Learning Environments.

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Edsurge

MAY 15, 2018

Today’s most popular augmented and virtual reality applications are typically available for mobile devices, but many classrooms have moved from tablets to Chromebooks, especially at the secondary level. While there are many benefits of Chromebooks in the classroom, the limitations on immersive technology are often not considered.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 14, 2022

(January 13, 2021) – WeVideo today launched WeVideo Classroom , a cloud-based multimedia creation platform customized for educators to help drive student engagement and ignite deeper learning through the creative process.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 16, 2018

Q&A: Class Tech Tips Blogger Monica Burns Explains How to Work with Digital Tools. The school received federal funding that included money for classroom technology. Her book, Tasks Before Apps: Designing Rigorous Learning in a Tech-Rich Classroom , was published last fall. jena.passut_7651. Mon, 04/16/2018 - 12:41.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 3, 2018

Content Monitoring Tools Help K–12 IT Officials Patrol Internet Boundaries. Last January, PCSD installed GoGuardian Admin on its Chromebooks , which the district provides for 11,600 students in its 18 schools. . The district also uses GoGuardian Teacher for classroom management. eli.zimmerman_9856. Wed, 10/03/2018 - 08:56.

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Educational Technology Guy

MARCH 19, 2018

Included are courses on Chromebooks, becoming a Trainer, and Fundamentals and Advanced training for using G Suite in the classroom. The Tools for Diverse Learners Training helps teachers learn how to use the accessibility features in Chromebooks and G Suite to help their students succeed.

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eSchool News

MAY 9, 2024

With students and educators each accessing 40+ tech tools each year, there’s a real risk of getting lost in the technology at the expense of developing critical soft skills like communication and collaboration. The amount of time we spend on devices outside of the classroom further exacerbates this challenge.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 4, 2024

When I embarked on my teaching journey back in 2003, the landscape of the classroom was quite different from what we see today. As I ponder these changes, I find it both fascinating and essential to articulate the characteristics that now define a modern classroom. The concept of a 21st-century classroom has evolved significantly.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

This Ed Tech Tool Tuesday is a “GAFE for Littles” episode. Kindergarteners making web pages – and more – on their Chromebooks! Today’s Sponsor: GradeCam is a web-based tool that lets you customize assessments with multiple choice, true/false, number grids, rubrics, and more. What can young children do on Chromebooks with GAFE?

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 29, 2021

Unfortunately, many students have gotten comfortable in their roles as passive observers or consumers in the classroom. An effective way to shift our students’ thinking about their role in the classroom is to teach them how to treat their learning like they are making a documentary. What am I learning? Why am I learning this?

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Shake Up Learning

APRIL 23, 2019

The post 60 Tools to Inspire Students with Chromebooks – SULS009 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Chromebooks have transformed classrooms! But we have to find tools that will engage and inspire our students to be creative thinkers and innovators. One of the tools I love is Book Creator.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 25, 2020

Distance learning is a crazy time for many, but we can celebrate the way various companies are offering very cool and engaging tools, resources, and activities for free. Learn how to use the amazing Immersive Reader that makes learning accessible to all. Free Distance Learning Resources.

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