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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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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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How to Make the Most of Chromebook Security Features

EdTech Magazine

Among the reasons many K–12 schools have made Chromebooks their tech of choice for remote and hybrid learning is the protection they provide against cyberattacks. Chromebooks include some security tools that only work if they’ve been manually activated, he explains.

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Review: Level Up with Lenovo’s 2nd Gen 100e Chromebook

EdTech Magazine

In today’s hybrid educational environment, Chromebooks have made learning more mobile and accessible for K–12 students. Lenovo’s 2nd generation 100e Chromebook blends practicality, affordability and ruggedness into a truly compelling package.