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3 Ways to Extend the Life of Chromebooks

EdTech Magazine

Google announced in September that it would extend automatic updates for Chromebooks. All Chromebook platforms will get regular automatic updates for 10 years,” notes a company blog post. While the new initiative will provide support for a longer period than ever, some school leaders don’t feel that their devices…

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Transitioning K–12 Teachers to Chromebooks

EdTech Magazine

As school IT staff think about equipping teachers with technology to meet their evolving needs, they may want to consider outfitting teachers with devices that many are already very familiar with: Chromebooks. K–12 IT Departments Should Consider Chromebooks for Teachers Chromebooks

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Chromebooks Offer a Fresh Approach to Teaching

EdTech Magazine

decided to outfit its staff and students with Chromebooks. “Think big, start small, scale fast” has been the motto of the IT team at Paterson Public Schools, explains Associate CTO Mohammed Saleh. This maxim was put to the test when the 48-school, 25,000-student district, located in Paterson, N.J.,

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Unboxing the Lenovo Flex 5i: The Best Chromebook for Teachers

The CoolCatTeacher

I recommend this Chromebook as the best Chromebook for teachers. I haven't seen a Chromebook screen this awesome. The Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook is Very Sturdy and Flexible The first thing I noticed as I un­boxed the Leno­vo is it is very stur­dy. Here's why. Spon­sored by Leno­vo and Google for Education. Great device!

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GameSalad Turns Game Players Into Game Makers!

Students learn anywhere with our Chromebook friendly creation tools and step-by-step tutorials. GameSalad lets students build their own web & mobile video games! Our PBL lessons teach the fundamentals of Computer Science & Game Design as students create.

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Review: The Acer Chromebook 311 C723T Is a Versatile, Reliable Companion for K–12

EdTech Magazine

Having a reliable infrastructure for online learning, including access to Chromebooks with high-definition webcams and quality microphones, serves as an insurance policy for the education system. The Acer Chromebook 311 C723T is an outstanding device that caters to the needs of students, teachers and IT professionals.

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Here’s How School IT Teams Can Efficiently Manage Chromebooks

EdTech Magazine

As adoption of Chromebooks in education continues to grow, schools and districts have come to rely on Google Workspace for Education for student safety and success. However, when it comes to managing thousands of Chromebooks, most understaffed K–12…

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Maximize the Power of Multiple Technology Ecosystems

In education specifically, schools invested in Google education tools or considering these services may believe Chromebook is the only viable hardware to take advantage of Google. Google services power collaboration and productivity for education and business organizations across the world.