Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 12, 2022

While already aware of the effects smartphones had on students’ attention, I tried to keep a balanced approach to using technology in my classroom. So, I took it upon myself to implement it in my classroom with some success selecting certain days during the instructional week to limit screen access.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

It’s simply naive to think that our littlest learners can’t or shouldn’t have access to classroom technology. Technology should be used to increase access to learning opportunities for all children. Please join the discussion on Twitter by using the #ConnectIT hashtag. . . by Joe Marquez.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2019

Millions of students lack the ability to access the internet from home — a problem compounded by increasing expectations from educators that students do so to complete homework and research. . Fourteen percent of children ages 3 to 18 lack home internet access , according to National Center for Education Statistics data.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 12, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Students can build apps and collaboration skills at the same time. I love how my students can edit together but can also view live changes on their smartphones using a QR code demo that is still private just to them and me. I can code anything and why apps.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 19, 2023

Enter them to an easily accessible digital calendar like Google Calendar and share with students, parents, and interested stakeholders. Give students a method to work together using forums, LMS Discussion Boards, blogs, and even Twitter. Would you trade your smartphone for a 1983 Nokia mobile phone? And then charge.

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Neo LMS

JULY 20, 2021

Thinking about our audience also means we need to consider the learning curve it might take for others to access the tool, as well as if it is something available to everyone for free. If you consume lots of information from various sources, such as Twitter, Instagram, blogs, etc., Mobile devices need apps.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 16, 2018

BURNS: The technology gives students access to resources they might not have been able to access in the past. This could include accessing primary source documents from the National Archives, or finding footage of re-enactments and pulling up artifacts or images on their devices easily. Follow her on Twitter @amybrowns.

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Educational Technology Guy

DECEMBER 23, 2014

Social Media - Google+ , Twitter , and Facebook - Google+ is my go to for education and technology resources, connections and sharing. I love that you can have longer posts and discussions than on Twitter. I also use Twitter for education and technology resource finding. My smartphone comes with me everywhere.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2018

This annual event brings together educators, administrators and IT leaders to discuss innovative tips on everything from professional development and classroom tech to thought leadership on accessibility. Also, follow #TCEA2018 and @EdTech_K12 for the latest on Twitter. EdTech will provide coverage of TCEA from the show floor.

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Educational Technology Guy

JUNE 6, 2022

My daily work devices are a Chromebox, Chromebook and Pixel 5 smartphone. I have Evernote web open to Home when I log into my Chromebook and I can see my schedule and tasks and access all of my frequently used notes. This makes accessing and viewing these files much easier and faster. There are widgets for mobile as well.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 15, 2019

Thousands of teachers have taken to Twitter this week to blast the telecommunications company and defend Remind , a school communication platform used for everything from announcing homework assignments to contacting parents when a student is sick. It’s a great way to communicate right away,” she says. Remind’s Grey agrees.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Today, I'll share six apps fo r digital note-taking and my experiences with each. It needs to be accessible to you on your computer, on your phone, on any device you use. So it does do visual search and you do have access to that in the 50.

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Neo LMS

MAY 2, 2017

They turn to other social media sites , like Instagram, Snapchat, Tumblr, Yik Yak, or Twitter. The figures for smartphones are a bit lower, but this shouldn’t come as a surprise, since smartphones are not the most preferred mobile device to support students’ learning anyway. The answer is Brasilia, FYI).

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eSchool News

JANUARY 9, 2023

7 Mindsets, the leader in PreK-12 mindsets-based learning and well-being solutions, today announced the launch of an app designed to offer free access to the research-based principles for developing human potential from The 7 Mindsets to Live Your Ultimate Life: An Introduction. ROSWELL, Ga. – To learn more, go to [link].

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 20, 2019

In one respect everyone with a smartphone has instant access to information at any time and from anywhere. Since many of my queries when out through Twitter at the time that is how I received the majority of the information for consumption. The result has been a double-edged sword.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 25, 2017

These days, 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 Google Maps on your smartphone or iPad, complete with audio directions. Any ideas?). Digital note-taking.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

A special Valentine's Day Episode of 10MT with Links to Tools and Tech I Use From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. iKross Tripod with adapters for smartphones, tablets, GoPro, and DSLR Camera – [link]. Do you want to know my productivity tips and tricks? Mophie Powerstation XXL [link].

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

Mike Daugherty on episode 245 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Children with smartphones have unfiltered access to the Internet unless their parents make a decision to filter. Why Do Students Need Protection on their SmartPhones?

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Dangerously Irrelevant

JULY 1, 2018

For instance, publishing an article in a peer-reviewed journal may move us closer to tenure and promotion but prevents most practitioners from accessing our work because of paywall and other barriers. Push that button on your smartphone and make a short video that helps us think about that issue in more robust ways.

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Educational Technology Guy

MARCH 27, 2018

Android Apps for Education Android is the most popular mobile operating system in the world, running on smartphones and tablets. And don't forget about all of the Chrome Apps, Extensions and full websites Chromebooks and the Chromebook Tab can access. Follow me on Twitter and Google+. Chrome and Android all in one!

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Educational Technology Guy

OCTOBER 16, 2018

According to new research by the Pew Research Center, 95% of teens say they have access to a smartphone, and 45% indicate that they’re online “almost constantly.” Twitter Twitter allows users to post 280-character messages known as “tweets.” Follow me on Twitter and Google+.

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Educational Technology Guy

MARCH 31, 2014

Cloud based backup - this is my favorite way to backup my files because it is automatic, free, and I can sync my files to multiple computers which means I have access to them locally. They also allow me to access my files from any computer, or even smartphone, via the web (and smartphone apps).There

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 12, 2016

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. Install Waze on your smartphone or iPad (here’s my review of Waze ). Many of these can be used on an iPhone, smartphone, or iPad.

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Educational Technology Guy

JANUARY 23, 2014

I have my HTC One Smartphone and my own Nexus 7 tablet. In addition, my department uses Nexus 7 tablets for mobile access and some of our schools have Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 tablets. Drive - access and create/edit/share documents anywhere. I can access my notes anywhere and can even share notes with others.

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Educational Technology Guy

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

The rest of the files I need to use that are not in Evernote or Google Drive are setup in my Dropbox so that they are synced on my home and school computers and my smartphone. I can access my files from any web browser also. I also have bookmarklets for saving pages into my Google Bookmarks, accessing school systems, and much more.

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Educational Technology Guy

DECEMBER 27, 2012

I also upload files as attachments to Evernote so that I can easily access them anywhere, on any device. Files that I have to edit often are stored on our servers and I can access them remotely via VPN client. This keeps my email less cluttered and allows me easier access to the emails and files from other devices.

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Educational Technology Guy

NOVEMBER 21, 2012

It allows me to keep everything - notes, files, and more all accessible anywhere on any device. It also means I can access all of this from anywhere, very easily. Follow me on Twitter and Google+. It''s no surprise. I use it for everything and even more now in my new job as Chief Information Officer of the district.

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EdTechTeacher

MAY 1, 2020

Collegeboard is leveraging various digital platforms like YouTube, Twitter, and AP Classroom to keep students engaged in relevant material from a distance. Also, Twitter is sharing these Remote Learning Resources via their AP For Students hashtag. This supports equity and access. image courtesy of The College Board).

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Educational Technology Guy

SEPTEMBER 7, 2012

I had students sign up the 1st day of class right in my room, either on the 8 student computers I have, or on their own devices, mainly smartphones. I can post the information to join the Evernote Group, the online textbook access codes, and much more here and only the students in my class can see it. Parent access.

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Educational Technology Guy

APRIL 1, 2014

I can take notes on my smartphone, tablet, or laptop or Chromebook and access all meeting info. Follow me on Twitter and Google+. I will add questions I have before the meeting and then use it for the meeting itself. I tag the meeting note for easy searching later. You can also share the note with others after the meeting.

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Educational Technology Guy

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

I can access it on any computer and from my smartphone. There''s even one that allows you to save things from your Twitter and Facebook streams directly into Evernote. Follow me on Twitter and Google+. I love Evernote. I use it for everything. I can even share notes and notebooks with other people (like my students).

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Educational Technology Guy

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

All of the notes can be created and accessed from desktop computers and tablets and smartphones, so it''s easy to use and access. Random notes - take notes, tasks/to do''s, and more at any time and access from anywhere. Follow me on Twitter and Google+. But it is also a great tool for administrators.

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Reading By Example

JANUARY 27, 2017

Twitter has been the primary medium for sharing news regarding the presidential election and transition. The challenge with Twitter is in how to use it so the information you are receiving is reliable. My suggestion: Create a Twitter list. My suggestion: Create a Twitter list. Start reading your Twitter list.

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Shake Up Learning

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

There are four different individuals with unique STEAM careers to bring into your classroom through augmented reality: Frank, an animator at Pixar Saba, an interactive designer at Google Aaron, footwear designer at Nike Arleny, mechanical engineer at Verizon You only need a tablet or a smartphone and install the Career Day app to start.

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Educational Technology Guy

JANUARY 4, 2013

If a student/teacher doesn''t have a smartphone or easy access to a computer, it is harder to use some of the electronic versions. If you are using a smartphone, then always use that, don''t use paper too. I have a Android Smartphone running on Verizon so I can access all of the tools I use at any time.

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Educational Technology Guy

MARCH 30, 2015

Cloud based backup - this is my favorite way to backup my files because it is automatic, free, and I can sync my files to multiple computers which means I have access to them locally. They also allow me to access my files from any computer, or even smartphone, via the web (and smartphone apps).There

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Early exposure to technology can help children develop digital literacy skills. Around 70% of kindergartners can use educational apps on tablets or smartphones. Connect with Debbie at TannenbaumTech.com.

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