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. We routinely hear how students use digital tools inappropriately for sexting, cyberbullying, cheating, video recording teachers and fights with peers, and plagiarizing.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

BYOD — Bring Your Own Device — has gained some momentum in today’s education system. From temp teachers to entire school districts, more and more educational staff debate about or seriously consider the adoption of BYOD in their instruction. Adopting BYOD in schools seems like a win-win situation.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

With so many types of mobile devices integrated into a student’s learning process, schools need a WiFi network that can handle a high density of devices with speed and reliability. Next page: The 12 winning districts for innovative digital curriculum strategies). As schools like these go truly digital, they need resilient WiFi.

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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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Learning in Hand

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Learn how to use the iPad apps “Book Creator” and “Creative Book Builder” to create and share enhanced/multimedia eBooks using DropBox for free cloud storage/distribution. Bryan gives you a head to head comparison of all of the popular interactive response systems that work on your classroom''s mobile devices.

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Education with Technology

NOVEMBER 5, 2013

Good mobile learning practice apps facilitate and transform learning. Mobile learning activities can increase students’ time on task. In doing a mobile learning app, the students concentrate each second as they do the activity. Mobile learning can offer differentiation. There do not waste time.

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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.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

MARCH 27, 2015

Our recent study found that 81% of college students use mobile devices (such as smartphones and tablets) to study, the second most popular device category behind laptops and up 40 percent in usage since 2013. Further, research validates the use of mobile technology in education.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

In addition to new definitions, models, and strategies, citations and references will also be added periodically, as will updates, corrections, edits, and revisions. ” BYOD programs allow students to use their own technology (usually smartphone or tablet) in a classroom. Mobile Learning. Revisions: Persistently updated.

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techlearning

JUNE 21, 2018

Network switches and routers, as well as classroom wifi equipment, represent approximately 63 percent of total Category Two demand: HOW TO GET IT As states and districts update technology resources, it may seem that the needs overwhelm resources. What resources are presently available in schools, and how are they distributed?

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 25, 2014

We have gotten much more mobile-friendly , as there are Collaborate apps for iOS and Android, and the conference schedule and session links can be easily accessed on mobile devices by going to [link] from your mobile device or clicking on the "mobile schedule" link in the Summit menu.

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RafranzDavis.com

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Dynamic Content only matters if teachers and students know about it and how to use it. Both services have extensive educator resources available with my favorite being Discovery Education’s Spotlight on Strategies as it gives teachers immediate and actionable uses of media in the classroom. Teaching teachers to “log in” isn’t enough.

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Technology Tidbits

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

Mobile learning and BYOD (bring your own device) is making it easier students to learn, especially in the subject of Math. 50 Math Sites and Apps 4 Dice: Fraction Games - A great iOS app for learning how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions. This list is in alphabetical order.

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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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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

The following tips provide strategies for using technology to create inclusive learning environments. Instead of singling out specific students to use some of the accessibility features built into their laptop, tablet, or mobile device, offer as an option for every student. Read more: How to create accessible e-learning design.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

AUGUST 5, 2014

Welcome to BookVerdict Mobile where you can search, review, purchase, and share only the best in children’s books. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/bookverdict-mobile-free/id891448147?ls=1&mt=8 Each week we interview teachers, principals, superintendents, authors and presenters to learn about how to become more effective educators!

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Kathy Schrock

JULY 19, 2014

Since many classrooms now have at least part time access to 1:1 mobile devices, whether on a cart, a BYOD environment, or a true 1:1 program, I thought I would showcase how some of these can easily be used with mobile devices. Written in 1993, the structures are sound and can easily be adapted for use with mobile devices.

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MindShift

JUNE 29, 2015

Access to mobile technology especially has helped students feel comfortable in the role of digital creator. One challenge that persists in mainstream education is how to create truly authentic learning opportunities within the bureaucracy of schools. DEVELOPMENTS IN ED TECH.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Presenters in the recent edWebinar, “ Cyber Security: Concerns, Strategies and Solutions for Schools, ” warned that with the increasing variety and strength of cyber attacks, most schools will face incursions. They offered key strategies for going on the offensive against hackers.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2020

And while teachers may embrace using technology, they won’t necessarily understand how to use it effectively. For 16 years Ann led the district team that provided professional development on technology and 21st century instructional strategies to 4,000 professional educators serving 50,000 students.

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edWeb.net

MAY 21, 2021

In Township High School District 214 (IL), where Dr. David Schuler is Superintendent, they doubled down on how to personalize the pathway for every child and enhance the student voice and student choice. Schuler described how his district outfitted parking lots with internet and WiFi for students who could not access WiFi at home.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 4, 2019

Using CoSN’s blueprint for smart IT decisions as a guideline, the three superintendents explained how to align priorities, and balance choice with cost and outcomes to creative sustainable programs. As the founder of Sup Du Jour Consulting Group, he works to assist districts on innovative cost reduction strategies. About the Host.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

During an edWebinar for the Empowered Superintendent series, “Leadership for Mobile Learning: Creating a Shared Vision,” the presenters said school leaders, though, often miss key parts of the planning process and end up with useless “hunks of plastic.” This cannot be a central office issue; this cannot be a central office initiative.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

In this post, I discuss the potential benefits and challenges of implementing BOYD in schools, as well as strategies that can be used to ensure students are using their devices responsibly in schools and beyond. What is BOYD (Bring Your Own Device) and how does it work in the classroom? BYOD poses serious problems with data security.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

OCTOBER 28, 2015

A formula detailing a chemical reaction, or the new math behind a social media outreach strategy? Krish Kupathil is the founder and CEO of Mobiliya, a world leader in enterprise mobility and education products. by Krish Kupathil , Mobiliya. R = e –t/s where R is retention, T is time and S is strength.

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Learning in Hand

DECEMBER 1, 2015

Technology Driven Differentiated Instruction by Vicki Davis Learn how Vicki uses podcasts, digital movie-making, a YouTube channel, wikis, blogs, and other tools to involve all of the learning styles of her students and create repositories of information to document and demonstrate learning in her technology classroom.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 4, 2015

I also pull on leadership strategies presented in the best-selling book Digital Leadership: Changing Paradigms for Changing Times (2014). Bring your own device (BYOD) : Many students now possess a powerful learning tool in the form of mobile technology.

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