EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Young children spend around seven hours every day in front of a screen , and most teenagers have access to a mobile device. As schools create their own, long-term digital citizenship programs , it is important to have some control over what students can access while at school. Students are more exposed to the internet than ever.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are behind next-generation improvements in a range of software tools for students with sensory or learning disabilities. His research focuses on advancing the accessibility of computer-based assessments—for all learners—through a standards-based approach.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As educators, there are many new options opening up to us that will help improve our classrooms and make our professional development more accessible and available via our mobile devices. Introducing Whitsby and Penny Reinart 00:00:31:38 – 00:01:01:45 Vicki Davis: Whitsby is a mobile-based PD platform.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 18, 2022

PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2022 — Kajeet® , a leading provider of IoT connectivity, software and hardware solutions that deliver safe, reliable and controlled internet connectivity to nearly 3,000 customers, today announced the launch of its 2022 Homework Gap Grant Program. MCLEAN, VA. Neal, chairman, CEO and founder of Kajeet. and Canada.

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techlearning

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

6, 2018 – Impero Software, global specialists in remote monitoring and management software for education, has partnered with the Illinois Learning Technology Purchase Program, a statewide cooperative of Illinois K-12 educational entities, to provide Illinois schools with student safety software and mobile device management solutions.

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Educational Technology Guy

JANUARY 12, 2015

Google Apps and Chromebooks App Recommendations and Substitutions Here is a list of Google Apps and Web Apps to use. This district has been 1-1 with Chromebooks for quite a while with a lot of experience. link] [link] read and fill in Interactive PDFs on the Chromebook using the cloud-based reader "PDF Escape": [link].

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eSchool News

JUNE 23, 2022

PRWEB) JUNE 23, 2022 — Kajeet® , a leading provider of wireless connectivity, software and hardware solutions that deliver secure, reliable and managed IoT solutions to over 3,000 businesses, schools and districts, and state and local governments, today announced the 22 recipients of its 2022 Homework Gap Grant. MCLEAN, VA. kajeet.com

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2021

April 21, 2021 – Kajeet ®, a leading provider of mobile IoT connectivity, software and hardware solutions that deliver safe, reliable and controlled internet connectivity to students, enterprises, state and local governments and IoT solution providers, announced today its global expansion into the U.K. McLean, Va. In the U.K.,

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eSchool News

JULY 28, 2016

Sixty-two percent of K-12 schools participating in a recent survey support Chromebook initiatives, and 22 percent of those schools use Chromebooks as a primary classroom device. Editor’s note: We’re always tracking mobile device trends for you; click here and here for the latest information.] .

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 22, 2021

For one, access to education has been significantly broadened, facilitating a wide range of teaching strategies and learning styles. In some cases, demand far outstripped supply, leading to backlogs of requests for laptops, tablets, Chromebooks, and other school-issued devices.

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EdTechTeacher

MAY 18, 2015

Chromebooks have quickly become an incredibly popular tool in schools. Now, with the recent upgrades to Office Online and Office 365 , it is possible navigate to the full Office suite using a Chromebook – or any other device! However, here are a few highlights of what is possible with Office 365 on any Chromebook or Computer.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Teachers can access the front office, enable daily communications campus-wide, or initiative an emergency alert from the touch of a button. With itopia Labs, educators can provide anytime, anywhere, any device access to software applications that students commonly use for Career Technical Education (CTE) and various certification programs.

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Edsurge

JUNE 25, 2018

And in schools that use Google’s administration console to manage Chromebooks, teachers can also lock students’ screens when they are taking a quiz, to prevent them from accessing other tabs on their devices. Chromebooks also continue to be the computer of choice in K-12 education. K-12 market, according to Futuresource, a U.K.-based

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Educational Technology Guy

MARCH 31, 2014

Many of them come with software build in to set up automatic backups and Windows and Mac have automatic backup apps. You can even make an image of your hard drive so that you don''t have to reinstall software if you need to start from scratch. This also allows you to access the files anywhere.

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Minga

AUGUST 16, 2023

In addition, the entire State of Florida has also just banned students from having access to their cell phones during class. Minga seamlessly integrates a myriad of modules into one cohesive software solution. Our commitment to universal accessibility means that no student should ever be sidelined due to the lack of a personal device.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 22, 2017

By Wylie Wong One expert calls his experience with device management a ‘game changer.’.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 22, 2019

But there’s a method to the all new devices, features and curriculum updates, say company officials: to reinforce Microsoft’s position in the education market with tools that make learning more affordable and accessible. Some of the updates are fairly standard for a big technology company at a big tech expo—more devices and gadgets.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2018

Our schools provide internet access and offer year-round career and technology classes ,” Madden says. “We FUSD’s students have access to 65,000 Windows-based devices , mostly HP laptops and desktops. The ‘have-not’ students operate at a ­disadvantage, both in access and technology training.”.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 23, 2018

The new set of IT tools are based on its existing enterprise software, G Suite for Business, but have been tweaked to serve large colleges, universities and school districts. Rochelle noted that schools pay the company a fee for software that helps them manage their students’ Chromebooks.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 22, 2016

Screencast tools may be web-based, software, or a browser add-on and include some or all of the following: a spotlight for the mouse. Record lessons that students can access anytime, anywhere. It works on the web, with Chromebooks, and on mobile devices, but be aware: Each is a bit different with varied set-ups.

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Tom Murray

JANUARY 12, 2019

On one hand, these devices were really the beginning to mobility in the classroom. For the first time, these students had access to a device that could take pictures, create digital stories, “beam” information back and forth, both at school and while at home. ” – Thomas C. Murray, 2002 (HAHA!!)

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 7, 2017

Today’s guest, Enrique Cachafeiro talks about the hardware, software options, and future of virtual reality. A number of other things that can happen a lot easier and a lot faster — for any school that has access to the internet. All of a sudden, all you need is that access to get into the world, and then the sky’s the limit.

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Hapara

AUGUST 17, 2022

You can download the textbook and access it on a device, without needing to pay a fee for the book or a subscription. Because OER textbooks are digital, teachers and learners can access them online or download them to their devices. With easy access to OER options online, differentiated instruction doesn’t have to be complicated.

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Edsurge

JUNE 28, 2018

Software Updates Google is reorganizing its Classroom platform to make it easier to sort materials by topic. McGraw-Hill introduces a new English language arts software for grades 2-7 called Redbird Language Arts & Writing. Kahoot adds the ability to create and host quizzes and other content from its mobile app.

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Educational Technology Guy

MARCH 26, 2018

Acer and Google have just announced the first Chrome OS tablet , the Acer Chromebook Tab 10. Works and managed like a Chromebook, but in tablet form. It uses the same management license as Chromebooks and is managed in the same way. It also has a full desktop browser, removing the limitations of mobile browsers.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Google Classroom, which is a core app within G Suite for Education, is reminiscent of learning management systems like Schoology or Blackboard or Canvas—but is free for any educator and works on Chromebooks, iPads and other mobile devices. And while Google’s Chromebooks may have the lead these days—accounting.

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Educational Technology Guy

MARCH 30, 2015

Many of them come with software build in to set up automatic backups and Windows and Mac have automatic backup apps. You can even make an image of your hard drive so that you don''t have to reinstall software if you need to start from scratch. 100GB of free storage comes with Chromebooks and other products.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 20, 2020

Part of our Palmdale Promise was to provide equitable access to technology for all students, regardless of school or location. The flexibility to mount it on a mobile stand that moves freely throughout the campus was a huge benefit to our educators. There was huge disparity. What other tools help you engage with students?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 20, 2015

Now, you might be asked to scan a QR code and visit a website, access meeting documents online, interact digitally, or use a backchannel device to share your real-time thoughts with the presenter. iPad, Chromebook, or netbook. Instead, bring a Chromebook, netbook, tablet PC, or iPad. Join the crowd around the outlet.

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Educational Technology Guy

MAY 10, 2016

If I am traveling, I only bring my smartphone and my Acer Flip Chromebook and am able to do everything I need to with them. I have Citrix for my Chromebook so I can remote in to our system and access everything I need, including a Windows desktop. I like it, but I like LG's software and screen size better.

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ViewSonic Education

MAY 31, 2019

Add collaboration software and students can cast and share content from their seats. Be it an iPad, Chromebook or touch screen display. Your display can even help create a communal atmosphere when students are focused on their iPads or Chromebooks. Like captions, text highlighters and text-to-speech software.

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Fractus Learning

JUNE 11, 2021

If you were looking for help in choosing the best mind mapping software for your kids or classroom, head on over to other article. We’ve spent hours creating a comprehensive list of the best mapping software products, comparing the best online mapping tools and printable maps for classroom mapping purposes.

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EdTechTeacher

JUNE 2, 2015

Chromebooks are a popular medium in schools for a variety of reasons: price, easy management, quick startup times, robust builds, and ready deployment of Google Apps for Education. This means that if your school has a Microsoft license, you already have access to this tool. This post first appeared on Daily Genius.

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Securly

JANUARY 5, 2016

In summary, their results suggested “no noticeable improvement” in standardized test scores (PISA) for reading, mathematics, or science in countries that heavily invested in classroom technology; thus, they do not believe expanding access to high-tech devices (1:1 Chromebook programs) will abate falling test scores. .

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 31, 2022

You’ll get access to activities, strategies, and tools to improve the four domains of wellness. Importance of Professional Development Planning [00:02:06] Al Kingsley: And the second is we've always talked about technology as being the hardware and the software. Free Educator Wellness Toolkit. Al Kinglsey - Bio As Submitted.

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The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 11, 2018

They settle in at the computers where Caine teaches coding and software, such as Illustrator and Photoshop, or they head to the back room for the 3-D printer, vinyl cutter and robotics kits. Caine oversees the school’s Chromebooks. All their work is on that computer,” said Caine, “and they need that access.”.

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Tom Murray

JUNE 8, 2016

At a minimum, school district leaders should consider productivity, assessment, accessibility, ubiquitous connectivity, security, needed peripherals, and storage. Higher Ed: Samsung Galaxy TabPro S : The award winning TabPro S provides ultra mobility and the freedom of a Galaxy tablet with the productivity of a full windows device.

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