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Characteristics of The 21st Century Classroom

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

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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What is an Educational Technology Tool?

eSchool News

From interactive whiteboards and educational apps to virtual classrooms, these tools empower educators to create dynamic, engaging lessons. Learning management systems streamline administrative tasks, while adaptive platforms cater to individual student needs. What is educational technology in the classroom?

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Technology Tools for Teaching and Learning

eSchool News

Key points: Technology in K-12 classrooms can revolutionize education Choosing the right edtech requires a thoughtful and strategic approach Learn more about K-12 Tech Innovation News Technology transforms K-12 education by enhancing engagement, personalizing learning, and fostering collaboration. Platforms like Kahoot!

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Technology Tools Used in Teaching and Learning

eSchool News

These tools, ranging from interactive whiteboards to educational apps and virtual learning platforms, bridge traditional methodologies with innovative approaches. Integrating technology in the classroom not only cultivates digital literacy but also fosters collaborative and personalized learning environments.

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The Omidyar Network and the (Neoliberal) Future of Education

Hack Education

.” The grant is just one of a slew of recent investments by the Omidyar Network in companies and organizations that work in and around education technology, including Khan Academy, Hypothes.is, and Edsurge. Ellevation (English-language learning software in the US) – $6.4 Hypothes.is (annotation software) – $1.9

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Hack Education Weekly News

Hack Education

Vox on segregation in US public schools : “We can draw school zones to make classrooms less segregated. ” The school: the Electronic Classroom of the Future. ” Also via Techcrunch : “ Facebook brings Messenger Kids to Fire tablets.” Here’s what we know about Oprah’s education outlook.”

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The 100 Worst Ed-Tech Debacles of the Decade

Hack Education

The Flipped Classroom". It was probably Sal Khan’s 2011 TED Talk “Let’s Use Video to Reinvent Education” and the flurry of media he received over the course of the following year or so that introduced the idea of the “flipped classroom” to most people. WTF is Unizin ?! Collared Dove. Ban Laptops" Op-Eds. They’re distracted.

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