Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

I recently chatted with a tech coordinator on the East coast who asked about software alternatives to the webtools we were discussing. Usually, teachers want free, easily-accessible-from-anywhere webtools in place of expensive, installed software. When you purchase software, you get the entire program. That surprised me.

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Fractus Learning

APRIL 9, 2021

We created a list of the best tools for flipped classrooms for K-12 grades, including screen recording tools, tools, interactive whiteboard educational apps, software to create interactive lessons and videos, apps for communicating, creating a PowerPoint presentation, and ready-to-use video content resources. Doceri For iPad.

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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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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Selecting the Right Digital Note-taking Software] Vicki: Hello, this is Vicki Davis. I'll cover six different software programs I have used, including Evernote, Notion, OneNote, Logseq, Apple Notes, and Google Keep, and aiding a workflow that works for you. First of all, let's talk about selecting your software.

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ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

The most important factors to consider are the type of software and hardware offered by the provider and how they can benefit your classroom. Check if hardware & software is compatible. Confirm that your software is up-to-date. Check if Hardware & Software is Compatible. Aim to keep students engaged.

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Also, through Google’s free curriculum, CS First, teachers and students can access over 1,000 instructional videos and lesson plans. Kodable is available to download on iOS devices (iPhone and iPad) and desktops. The website offers guidelines, plans, activities, and strategies for successful use in the classroom.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 13, 2020

Buncee , the digital canvas creation tool (computers, Chromebooks, and iPad app) is not free for teachers to create a class account and start designing engaging lessons or use one of the several templates teachers worldwide have created. Learn how to use the amazing Immersive Reader that makes learning accessible to all.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 19, 2020

Access a library of shapes, containers, stylized fonts and more. Mind42 is a free online mind mapping software that runs in a browser. With the free version get access to 3 documents with up to 3 collaborators. Popplet is a mind mapping app on the iPad to get students creating digital mind maps with links, videos, and images.

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Fractus Learning

MARCH 5, 2021

Ginger Software is one of the top online grammar and spell checker tools. How does Ginger Software compare with its competitors? Ginger Software. Find out what I discovered… This detailed Ginger Software review should give you enough information to decide for yourself whether Ginger is the best grammar checker for you.

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Neo LMS

JULY 13, 2021

It’s an iPad app that can easily be integrated into class discussions fostering collaboration and equitable participation for each student. Compatible with iPad, Android, Chromebooks, and all available browsers, this tool brings teachers the benefits of a whiteboard and multimedia animation software. Equity Maps.

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Educational Technology Guy

AUGUST 12, 2012

Instead of a school purchasing an iPad and keyboard for all the students, what about a Chromebook and Nexus 7 for each student? An iPad starts at $500 and then add the case for $50 and keyboard for around $50 and you are at $600 for one device. Their data and files are all online so they can still access them anywhere.

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Kathy Schrock

SEPTEMBER 8, 2013

Parallels Access screenshot Parallels Access is the coolest new program for your iPad and your Mac or Windows computer! It allows you to work with all of the programs that are on your computer on your iPad! When tapping, the taps are right on, even on the iPad Mini! The Parallels Access solution has two components.

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SpeechTechie

JUNE 5, 2012

Doing so prevents educators from accessing many videos that have educational and language-enhancing purposes ( see a previous post on this here, if you want specifics ). Unfortunately, if your building blocks access to YouTube or does not allow you access to wifi on your iDevice, your YouTube app is pretty much useless while in that zone.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 8, 2017

Also, access a library of free clipart, fonts, graphics and backgrounds. Venngage is an easy to use infographic maker and graphic design software with drag and drop. Canva is a web tool and iPad app with infographic templates and lesson plans. Piktochart has several templates for creating infographics.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

APRIL 16, 2021

12 Smart iPad Apps For Collaborative Learning. Using the iPad for collaborative learning isn’t the most seamless thing in the world. 12 Smart iPad Apps For Collaborative Learning. Zoom Rooms is the original software-based conference room solution used around the world in board, confer…. by TeachThought Staff.

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Edsurge

JULY 29, 2021

Can giving students access to the latest tech gadgets from day one of college make a difference in their success? The iPads are equipped with the school’s learning management system, he says, to ensure students can access their classes from anywhere and that IT can push updates to the software at any time.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 10, 2019

I received this thoughtful article from Ask a Tech Teacher contributor, Rohan, chockablock filled of information on how to evaluate a typing program for your students and which of the many meet the grade: Touch Typing software in the American market provides you with a huge amount of choice. What are the top software features to consider?

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EdTechTeacher

AUGUST 29, 2016

When schools deliver iPads into their classrooms, teachers often respond with two questions: how do I organize my students’ digital coursework and how will my classroom management change? They swore by the calendar created by Google Classroom and its ability to be accessed across their devices. 3- Managing the iPad Classroom.

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ViewSonic Education

JANUARY 17, 2019

Is the hardware & software compatible? Keep your software up-to-date. For example, it’s no good investing in iPads for the school if the broadband bandwidth and Wi-Fi connectivity aren’t up to scratch. Is the hardware & software compatible? A good example of this is interactive whiteboard software.

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techlearning

AUGUST 20, 2018

“Pivot Interactives is a versatile supplemental tool that can be used for a variety of learning opportunities, including pre- and post-lab exercises, lab skills assessment, flipped learning, and many more,” said John Wheeler, CEO of Vernier Software & Technology. To learn more about Pivot Interactives, visit www.vernier.com/pivot.

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Edsurge

MARCH 28, 2017

When Apple released its first iPad seven years ago, the company thought one area it would revolutionize was education. So when Hiram College announced last month that it would provide every student and professor an iPad starting this fall, it made us wonder what the state of Apple’s sector-creating tablet on campuses is these days.

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EdTech4Beginners

DECEMBER 25, 2018

Students nowadays have access to the latest and up to date technology. Hardware and software issues – (17%). On the positive effects of technology in schools, more than 30 percent of the parents said developing modern skills was the biggest advantage, and then followed by easier access to learning resources and tools.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 28, 2022

Beginning next year, all DCSS high school students will receive a MacBook Air powered by Apple’s M1 chip, while all middle and elementary school students will receive an iPad and Logitech Crayon. These products will allow all students equal access to their studies in the classroom, at home, and on the go.

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 22, 2017

By using the said device, a student can ask for help and receive targeted feedback and support from one teacher or another, access the internet and other learning materials and resources when they most need them, and basically develop skills that a face-to-face learning environment can’t teach. PD for teachers and staff.

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Learning with 'e's

MAY 23, 2012

Now, ten years on, more and more schools are finding the resources to offer their students a laptop each, and some schools are trail blazing by providing iPads for each of their learners. One such school, Cedars School of Excellence, in Greenock, Scotland has discovered that providing an iPad for each of its children has many benefits.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 17, 2018

Almost instantly, nearly 40,000 students and staff each received a single, unique password to use (and remember) for access to almost 3000 different applications and resources. She says it’s the final leg in the “three-legged stool of learning”: devices, infrastructure, and student access. Our kids have all three levels of access.”

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 15, 2018

No matter how many redundancies are in place, if a student can’t access their cloud storage for a project they’re working on, if a teacher can’t get to lesson plan resources, or if a student started a project at school and can’t finish it at home, the excitement of learning melts away like ice cream on a hot day.

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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. Educreations is best suited for any age group and is designed for iPads. Best suited for any age group and is designed for iPads.

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Kathy Schrock

APRIL 24, 2023

If there is no WLAN network available, the hotspot on the printer can provide Internet access to the App. Next, I simply picked the item from the Things library and brought it into the X-MAKER design software to view it from different angles and then just pressed print. These tools were not available for my iPad.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 1, 2017

Awesome Apps for iPads in the Elementary Classroom with Karen Lirenman and Kristen Wideen (Episode #1). People are starting to use these transcripts and I hope it helps those of you researching, wanting to quote the shows, or those with accessibility needs! 5 Ideas for Improving Student Writing with Jennifer Serravallo (Episode #10).

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ProfHacker

MARCH 5, 2015

Back on February 19, Microsoft brought handwriting to the iPad. It’s fantastic for keeping track of information I want to access later. The problem has always been that there weren’t options for handwriting in OneNote for iPad; for that, it was necessary to be using a Windows or Android device.

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Graphite Blog

JANUARY 17, 2018

Plus, the students who struggled with attention didn't miss out on any information since they could access the content through the voice-over, the visuals in the video, and the text in the captions. Users should be able to access the content in multiple ways and without distraction. I used closed-captioning with BrainPop Jr.

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SpeechTechie

MARCH 20, 2012

When iPhone and, subsequently, iPad came on the scene, there was quite a lot of hubbub about Apple''s decision to not support Flash on these devices. These Flash resources are still out there on the web and sure would be great to be able to access on your iPad. Enter Splashtop Remote Desktop ($4.99, iPad only).

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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. Bring the latest version of the Google Maps app on your smartphone or iPad, complete with audio directions. iPad, Chromebook, or netbook.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

MARCH 29, 2023

Table of Contents: The Importance of the ePub File Format 5 Ways to Open an ePub File Apple’s iPad, iPhone, and Mac Windows 11 Android Adobe Digital Editions Calibre Converting an ePub File Wrapping Up Before we dive into how to open and convert ePub files, let’s first understand more about them and their importance.

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More Verbs

FEBRUARY 3, 2019

The per-pupil cost represents an entire solution including a device, software and apps, classroom WiFi, device management, ongoing technical support, and professional development. There are schools, especially our rural schools north and east of Bangor, that the only significant access to technology students have is to MLTI provided devices.

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The Electric Educator

DECEMBER 22, 2012

They have produced some great software titles, are strong supporters of education and teachers, and are a Michigan company! A little over a year ago TechSmith developed ScreenChomp , a screencasting app for the iPad. This year, they continue their push into mobile computing with a brand new iPad app called Ask3 (free).

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