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6 Easy ways to make e-learning fun

Neo LMS

Bring your own device The proliferation of the new generation of devices like 2-in-1 laptops, convertibles, and the like ushered in a new kind of thing called BYOD. Yeah, I’m all over this BYOD thing, especially for schools, because the mere fact that almost everyone owns a device and has access to internet already suffices for school BYOD.

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18 Distance Learning Tools with Sound Privacy Practices

Graphite Blog

Powerful formative assessment tool tracks achievement of standards Price: Free; paid upgrade available for additional features Platforms: Web Grades: K–12 See full privacy evaluation. Khan Academy.

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Mobile learning: The good and the bad

Neo LMS

It’s about mobilizing the learning experience, from being merely seated in a classroom discussing matters with your teacher or stuck with a laptop at home answering online assessments, to taking an assessment while in a cab. The pros The most obvious reason is that almost everyone owns a mobile device.

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Top 15 Sites and Apps for Flipped Learning

Technology Tidbits

With Mobile Learning and BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) becoming more mainstream, "Flipped Classroom" models are happening more and more, leading me to create my list of favorite tools for "flipping a classroom". GoClass - A wonderful iPad/web tool that allows educators to create lessons and then assess students learning in real-time.

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25 Reading Sites and Apps

Technology Tidbits

Again, Mobile Learning and BYOD make it easier for any student to learn any core subject, especially that of Reading. Khan Academy Kids - A fun free mobile (iOS/Google Play) for ages 2-6 looking for resources in Math, Reading, and Writing.

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Notes from Leadership for the Digital Age with Alan November - Day 2

EdTechSandyK

Number one skill for being successful in learning: the ability to self-assess. When focusing on 1:1, iPads, etc: Focus on teaching teachers to give better feedback and students to self-assess instead of the technology. They brought in a panel of students to ask about their experience with BYOD.

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What Education Technology Could Look Like Over the Next Five Years

MindShift

As with other education buzzwords, many schools believe they are providing authentic learning, but they don’t offer the apprenticeships, vocational training and portfolio-based assessments that often characterize work that carries larger life lessons. DEVELOPMENTS IN ED TECH.