EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 19, 2019

Even amid the proliferation of mobile technology in K–12 schools through BYOD programs and one-to-one computing, desktop computers remain a popular choice. This article is part of the "Connect IT: Bridging the Gap Between Education and Technology" series. Computing, Cost Savings and the Cloud: The Value of Virtualization.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 18, 2020

Provide devices and mobile WiFi, if possible. Our youngest learners will need some help and guidance, especially if their elementary schools have not been 1:1 or Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). Use Google Voice for parents and guardians to ask questions and get needed advice. Robert Zywicki, has been way ahead of the curve.

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Securly

JANUARY 5, 2016

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) conducted a study on the correlation between test performance and technology usage in the classroom. Ask questions that assess how a leader integrates and dictates technology into his/her projects and to those he/she leads. Digitally Mature Leaders .

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EdTech4Beginners

JULY 14, 2016

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) schemes have got more and more popular over recent years. They are when students are asked to bring in their own mobile device and use them in their learning. Below I have listed 10 pros and cons of BYOD: PROS: 1) The devices are excellent learning tools which bring a lot to the classroom.

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Neo LMS

JANUARY 4, 2018

Today we launch right in with a topic that is on the minds and hearts of many teachers – the “digital divide”; that silent, pernicious socioeconomic gap between students that have and students that do not have access to technology. Now, however, access to technology is becoming a rights issue. Digital divide: facts and figures.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2018

A recent study from Hanover research has identified the key aspects of computer science in K–12, including what technology to use and when, as well as some of the concerns around current practices in schools. A lot of schools will get grants through Google and other tech firms, or organizations like the Gates Foundation.

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 11, 2016

In essence AR amplifies the user’s senses and unlocks yet another layer of digital information all with the power of mobile devices. The Microsoft HoloLens and Google Glass, for example, are both wearable AR devices which work by projecting a set of images, video and sound output while the user wears a device on his/her head.

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Education with Technology

DECEMBER 14, 2013

Many schools are going mobile or one-to-one. Schools sometimes make decisions without thinking about the full consequences such as mobile and home learning. If schools supply mobile devices to the students, do the students take the mobile devices home? Teachers cannot assign at home mobile work.

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eSpark

APRIL 11, 2022

As technology is quickly evolving, educators and administrators alike are trying to keep up with the new products and trends in blended learning. Leading technology initiatives in education and the private sector for 25 years. Today, students usually know more than teachers when it comes to technology. SamGliksman.

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EdTechTeacher

FEBRUARY 19, 2015

Introducing a new technology into the learning environment can be an intimidating experience, even for seasoned educators. Here are eight ways that administrators and school leaders can empower their faculty to successfully adopt technology in their curriculum. Mobile devices are just that, mobile!

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 10, 2016

Just because today’s students have grown up in a technology-rich world does not mean that they know how to effectively and responsibly utilize technology. Near the end of the presentation, I asked each student to Google themselves and share any content they discovered during the search that they were not aware of.

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Securly

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

In December 2010, The Journal –“t he leading Technology based education publication for K-12 and higher education”– published an article with a 5-prong prediction for the following year. Will more schools embrace student-centric mobile devices? Billion has been invested in US K-12 education technology companies since 2010.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 8, 2019

I love that this works with their individual mobile phone cameras. It is good for beginners, perfect for a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) school like mine, and the projects sync between all devices. Additionally, even if we are only working on mobile devices, students can make a full video with b-roll and music on any of their devices.

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Baker's B.Y.O.D.

AUGUST 19, 2012

Now that the digital revolution is in full swing, I am trying to devise means for moving to a paperless and digital classroom while facing the following challenges: Availability of technology: there is a reason why I''m focused on BYOD with this blog; I do not teach in a 1:1 district. Practical & free BYOD resources are a must.

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Educational Technology Guy

OCTOBER 18, 2012

TechForum NY, a great educational technology conference , is tomorrow. This post originally appeared on Educational Technology Guy. Follow me on Twitter and Google+. I am presenting two sessions and looking forward to seeing a lot of people from my PLN. Check out the information below on how to join us live.

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eSpark

APRIL 11, 2022

As technology is quickly evolving, educators and administrators alike are trying to keep up with the new products and trends in blended learning. Leading technology initiatives in education and the private sector for 25 years. Today, students usually know more than teachers when it comes to technology. SamGliksman.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

MAY 2, 2015

60 Smarter Ways To Use Google Classroom. Google Classroom is quietly becoming the most powerful tool in education technology. It may lack the visual appeal of iPads, or the student credibility of a BYOD program. It also uses Google’s familiar template that many teachers have used for years.

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Gaggle Speaks

AUGUST 24, 2015

Conversations about technology in education always seem to be focused on the reasons why students need this or that technology. It’s rare when anyone considers the other—and perhaps more important—angle: Students want to learn with technology. They’re used to having technology at their fingertips.

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Reading By Example

APRIL 16, 2016

Technology in schools is a neutral resource. Only when technology is employed by the teacher to serve as part of the learning experience does it have any impact, positive or otherwise. I bring this up because the debate about the promise and perils of technology in schools continues to float around online.

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Reading By Example

APRIL 16, 2016

Technology in schools is a neutral resource. Only when technology is employed by the teacher to serve as part of the learning experience does it have any impact, positive or otherwise. I bring this up because the debate about the promise and perils of technology in schools continues to float around online.

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TeacherCast

NOVEMBER 29, 2015

In this Episode, we discuss and demonstrate our favorite Google Apps for Education Tips, Tricks, and Chrome Extensions. The TechEducator Podcast is a weekly round table discussion about current topics in educational technology. Google Apps for Education Tricks Mentioned on Todays Show. Checker Plus for Google Calendar.

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Learning in Hand

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Felix Jacomino , the school’s Director of Technology, managed to lead a team that pulled off an incredible learning event. Innovative Interactive Presentation Tools to Bring Your Classroom to Life by Bryan Miller Interactive response systems have evolved from the formal clickers, to now operating on mobile devices.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

Learning Models, Theories, and Technology: A Dictionary For 21st Century Teachers. Purpose: Improving our chance for a common language in discussing existing and emerging learning trends, model, and technology in hopes of innovation in classrooms, and collectively, education at large. Google Apps for Education. Google Classroom.

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techlearning

JUNE 24, 2018

The software has been updated to include a new mental health keyword library, google authentication, and improved scalability to support larger school districts, among other features. Impero also offers Impero EdLink , a mobile device management tool to help schools manage one-to-one initiatives and BYOD programs.

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Mark Smithers

JANUARY 20, 2014

It doesn’t matter because the changes to higher education are happening because of economics, demographics and, most of all, technology. I haven’t mentioned anything about on-campus educational technology mainly because I’m almost entirely focussed on wholly online learning now. MOOC providers will keep on refining them.

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Technology Tidbits

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

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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Edsurge

AUGUST 7, 2016

But rather than fight this uphill battle ( Generation Alpha is forecasted to be more technological than any previous), let's figure out how to leverage these little machines. If used intentionally, mobile devices can be an express pass to exploring beyond the walls of our schools. We can fight it or leverage it.

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Technology Tidbits

MARCH 19, 2020

Finally, Self-paced learning is becoming more and more prevalent in schools w/ the integration of BYOD (bring your own device) or mobile learning. Raspberry Pi, Google Assistant, etc) at your own pace. UMU - A fantastic site and mobile app (iOS/Android) that can be used for any subject any even professional development.

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IT Bill

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

For the past several years the Horizon Report has listed mobile learning, in one form or another, as an emerging educational technology (e.g. mobile computing, mobile apps, social media, BYOD, mobile learning). Undergraduate Smartphone Ownership. What would we then need to do differently?

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Learning with 'e's

JANUARY 11, 2013

Vuzix M100 Smart Glasses This is part 8 in the series on the future of learning and technology. A large number of the articles were about new technology trends, and there was much speculation about how certain technologies might transform our mundane little lives. These are not future technologies. Well, who knew?

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Baker's B.Y.O.D.

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

Morris , Mr. Lindgren-Streicher , and Mr. Thomasson back in August and similar in concept to Google''s 20% time projects , the Blank White Page Project was conceived as a way to connect students and teachers through questioning and self-directed learning. What''s a Google Site?" Working with Ms.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

AUGUST 26, 2014

Recent projects include games and animations – several of which are focused on science and math education – a number of food safety initiatives, an interactive virtual laboratory for remote schools, mobile apps, research activities with youth, interactive websites and creative video productions. Is your library mobile friendly?

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eSchool News

JULY 14, 2016

School districts in the United States spend billions of dollars each year to purchase technology for the classroom, yet the lack of technology and internet access in the nation’s public schools continues to be an issue. This article outlines strategies for teachers to increase the impact of the technology to which they are limited.

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techlearning

OCTOBER 5, 2018

But, we were still able to meet with new teachers, address technology issues and help arrange training for those who have never used ChromeBooks or Google Classroom. Our school has BYOD (Bring Your Own Device), so most of our kids use their phones. They have over a decade of experience collaborating on technology-based learning.

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techlearning

JULY 27, 2018

The judges rated their impressions on a sliding scale, evaluating areas such as quality and effectiveness, ease of use and creative use of technology. They then met in person to decide which technologies will have the most impact in the classroom and deserved to be named Best of Show.

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Learning in Hand

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

It’s only supported in three browsers: Google Chrome, Firefox, and Opera. Click the Download button on mobile, desktop, and laptop devices to save a PNG or JPEG image file. Roll the dice for a mobile site to communicate your reflection. Quotes : What’s missing from these education and technology quotes? You can have both!

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The Principal of Change

DECEMBER 30, 2015

I think the idea of everyone having a mobile device they use consistently is important, and some people may prefer a district provided device. You could simply use Google Apps for Education. The way that I look at this type of program is that you are making more of an investment in people than you are technology.

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