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Interested in #BYOD? Become a #ConnectedEducator! #CE13

The Innovative Educator

So, you’re interested in supporting bring your own device (BYOD) where you work Congratulations! There is no better way to support your students for real-world learning than providing settings they encounter in the real world. You are not alone, but you will need support. Those interested, can even earn 18 contact hours.

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How Common Sense Is Helping NYC Welcome Cell Phones into Schools

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Lifting the cell phone ban means that students are no longer prohibited from bringing their phones to schools; however, it does not mandate that schools use phones or other personal devices for learning. Lisa Nielsen, director of digital engagement and learning at the NYC DOE, shares how the district is preparing schools to move forward. “An

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Mapping mobile learning

Learning with 'e's

As I write, news is breaking of Samsung''s release of the first curved display screen smartphone. Mobile devices are clearly a boon for collaborative learning, especially for those who find themselves constantly on the move. Posted by Steve Wheeler from Learning with e''s. Other innovations are coming, faster and faster.

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Reinventing Math Class with EquatIO (Chrome Extension)

Shake Up Learning

And it works on Windows, Mac and Chromebook, so it’s great for BYOD classrooms. – Guesses what you’re typing or writing – like predictive text on your smartphone*. Ready to start planning your summer professional learning? Watch this video to see exactly what EquatIO can do!

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Effective Technology Professional Learning: Leading and Collaborating to Assure Success

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Moore says that before any rollout of sustainable and effective professional learning, there are four factors that school leaders must consider. Gaddis explained how Wake County focused their professional learning by first identifying three groups: teachers, leadership, and school library media coordinators.

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60 Smarter Ways To Use Google Classroom

TeachThought - Learn better.

It may lack the visual appeal of iPads, or the student credibility of a BYOD program. Share data with professional learning community. Encourage students to use their smartphones for formal learning. 60 Smarter Ways To Use Google Classroom. by TeachThought Staff. Align curriculum with other teachers.

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Using Single Sign-On to Streamline Edtech Access

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Technology in Schools is a free professional learning community where district administrators, school leaders, and all educators can share ideas, examples, and resources that relate to integrating technology effectively in schools. Betsy has degrees in elementary education from both Clemson University and Southern Wesleyan University.