Doug Levin

JULY 24, 2017

Summer and transitioning to a new day-to-day computer (Linux laptop). Since the last edition of a ‘Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News”: I’ve joined efforts to support Net Neutrality protections ; Written further about the prediction made in the book, “Disrupting Class.”

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EdTech E-rate Software Data 150

The Hechinger Report

MAY 30, 2018

Many charter networks here, including Crescent City Schools, Firstline, ReNEW, and KIPP, have embraced an educational philosophy known as “personalized learning.”. Though personalized learning doesn’t have to include technology, many New Orleans charters have put computers at the center of their personalized learning efforts.

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Personalized Learning Software Data Report 99

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

Some of them had never seen an iPad or a laptop and probably wouldn't have without the program here." In a candid chat, Mobley shares how embracing technology to personalize instruction and teaching with compassion helps students achieve success and find happiness, in the classroom and beyond. I learn a lot about each student.

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Strategy Robotics Laptops iPad 125

The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 18, 2016

Math teacher Heather Kohn prompts a discussion of algebraic functions using the new “Classroom Conversation Toolset.” Last year, an ed tech startup called Desmos faced a curious conundrum –classrooms using its math app grew quiet, too quiet. Photo: Chris Berdik. .” Photo: Chris Berdik.

Blended Learning 40

Blended Learning Robotics Laptops Tablets 40

techlearning

MAY 7, 2018

The recommended devices (partner laptops) can have wildly different specs The boot time on recommended devices can be slow Lms style platform has a high entry point with a major need for PD The entry point into coding (Minecraft) has a limited scope 365 only had one native creative app (sway) Overall Take Microsoft's success in education.

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Microsoft Comparison Google LMS 41

techlearning

JULY 27, 2018

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. ACER CHROMEBOOK TAB 10 ( WWW.ACER.COM/AC/EN/US/CONTENT/HOME ) The Acer Chromebook Tab 10 will be used in classrooms to expand and enhance student learning. Available with either 15.6-inch

Robotics 41

Robotics Chromebook Edmentum Mobility 41

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

At the start of her introductory chemistry class, rising sophomore Olivia takes out her laptop and begins following along while the teacher in front of her navigates a slideshare presentation. Halfway through, Olivia asks a question and later demonstrates what she’s just learned on a whiteboard behind the teacher’s desk.

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Study Training Course Robotics 137

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

USA, announced the launch of the A30 , the world’s first All-in-One Camera with AI Audio for the Classroom. The A30 is a multi-functional classroom tool that enhances the teaching experience by combining a document camera, web camera, microphone, and speaker.

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EdTech Lenovo Robotics Laptops 128

The Hechinger Report

JULY 31, 2021

CEO Rachael Gazdick says New York Edge concentrated on providing a vast range of activities — arts and sports, chess and robotics, cooking and career readiness. A push to close early learning gaps in Texas. Students are led to their classroom at the start of the day during summer school at Ida Green Elementary in Belzoni, Miss.,

Elementary 111

Elementary Report Groups Personalized Learning 111

The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 7, 2017

A computer scientist, she opens a door in the table’s guts where a laptop computer is hidden, types on its keyboard and, within seconds, the animated gorilla is back to her pedagogical self again. She found that students learned five times as much using her machine as they did from solely using software on a flat computer screen.

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Tablets Learning Elementary Software 78

Hack Education

DECEMBER 9, 2017

There’s an understanding – even if it’s a disgruntled one – among those in the classroom and those making procurement decisions of what the LMS is for, what it should do, and so on. And then there’s Mark Zuckerberg’s venture philanthropy firm and its commitment to fund “personalized learning.”

Technology 62

Technology Pearson LMS Edmodo 62

Doug Levin

MARCH 19, 2017

But the iPads will be discontinued next year in favor of the Dell Latitude Education Series (3160) touchscreen laptop computer. Tagged on: March 17, 2017 Problems with Personalized Learning | dy/dan → Dan Meyer says, "This isn’t good instruction. " says Google Family Link manager Saurabh Sharma.

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EdTech Chromebook Laptops iPad 170

techlearning

MARCH 5, 2018

DISCOVERY EDUCATION STEM CONNECT ( discoveryeducation.com ) Discovery Education debuted STEM Connect, a cutting-edge, web-based, interdisciplinary K-8 supplemental resource that empowers educators to bring STEM to life in their classrooms. classrooms with a range of education packages available online. KANO EDUCATION PACKAGES ( kano.me/educators/packages

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Epson Blackboard Pearson STEM 50

The Hechinger Report

JULY 10, 2019

Teachers project lesson plans onto interactive screens, and little hands reach for black Chromebook laptops, which are stacked like cafeteria trays in a large box called a Chromecart. Kids work alone and in small groups; they sit at tiny desks and on beanbags and sofas scattered around the classroom. Future of Learning.

Personalized Learning 106

Personalized Learning Learning Chromebook Elementary 106

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

One notable piece of K-12 tech innovation news is the integration of interactive devices and digital learning tools, transforming static learning spaces into dynamic, multimedia-rich environments. The proliferation of educational apps and online resources has expanded learning beyond the confines of textbooks.

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Trends Digital Divide EdTech Adaptive Learning 98

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Educational apps and interactive software engage students, making learning enjoyable and accessible. Adaptive learning platforms tailor instruction to individual progress, addressing specific strengths and weaknesses, and fostering a personalized learning journey. What is the most used technology in the classroom?

Technology 52

Technology Khan Academy Adaptive Learning Learning 52

The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

Neither of these labs would be possible in high school classrooms. On laptops and Chromebooks, though, the labs still work. Steven and his co-founders, both just 19, picked up their tech skills through early exposure to programming and robotics in Detroit and its metropolitan area. Steven Wang, 17-year-old inventor.

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Robotics Chromebook Education Company 104

Hack Education

JULY 13, 2018

” Robots and Other Education Science Fiction. Pi-top , the maker of a Raspberry Pi-compatible laptop, has raised $16 million from Hambro Perks and Committed Capital. ” “Do Voice Assistant Devices Have a Place in the Classroom?” Content warning: contains hype about “ mindsets.” million total.

Education 43

Education Khan Academy Blackboard Report 43

Hack Education

JULY 27, 2018

Good thing IBM Watson isn’t making any claims about “personalized learning” or partnering with beloved shows like Sesame Street. classrooms in new deal with McGraw-Hill Education.” Robots and Other Education Science Fiction. Via the CBC : “ Sesame Street to enter U.S. ” More via the AP.

Education 43

Education MOOC E-rate Coursera 43

Hack Education

DECEMBER 30, 2019

The Flipped Classroom". It was probably Sal Khan’s 2011 TED Talk “Let’s Use Video to Reinvent Education” and the flurry of media he received over the course of the following year or so that introduced the idea of the “flipped classroom” to most people. Ban Laptops" Op-Eds. WTF is Unizin ?! Collared Dove. And on and on and on.

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Pearson MOOC Company Industry 145

Hack Education

MAY 13, 2016

“Imagine Discovering That Your Teaching Assistant Really Is a Robot ,” says The Wall Street Journal in a story about “Jill Watson” (of course it’s a female name), an automated teaching assistant at Georgia Tech. Via Techcrunch : “ Lilwil ’s personalized learning engine teaches teachers how to teach.”

Education 52

Education Pearson Report MOOC 52

Hack Education

MARCH 16, 2018

Perhaps it should go in the “robots” section. “ Artificial Intelligence: Could emerging technologies ‘humanize’ teaching & learning? . “ Personalized learning ” – it’s simply the best idea that money can buy (that isn’t already being paid for by Salesforce, I guess).

Education 46

Education MOOC Company Report 46

Hack Education

JULY 28, 2017

Via The Salt Lake Tribune : “Lawmaker: Utah ‘s veteran educators may need to ’die off ’ before technology fills classrooms.” Via The Daily Times : “Blount County Schools building new options to personalize learning.” “ Are iPads and laptops improving students’ test scores?

Education 43

Education MOOC Company Report 43

Hack Education

JULY 1, 2016

From the edX blog : “How to be a Better Learner: Determine Your Learning Style.” “ Robots won’t replace teachers because they can’t inspire us.” Also via NPR : “From YouTube Pioneer Sal Khan , A School With Real Classrooms.” month gives you a “personalized learning plan.”

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MOOC Education Blackboard OER 48

Hack Education

DECEMBER 8, 2017

” ECOT is the Electronic Classroom of Tomorrow , an online charter school company that has been battling Ohio for quite some time now. “ Should Children Form Emotional Bonds With Robots? “ Silicon Valley Takes Over Classrooms : Yes and No (Part 1)” by Stanford University’s Larry Cuban. ”). .

Education 48

Education Robotics Company Report 48

Hack Education

DECEMBER 10, 2017

There were other high profile incidents as well: the refusal, for example, to give visas to the all-girls robotics team from Afghanistan. They are in limbo , along with many of the students in their classrooms. The actions of the administration should not come as a surprise.

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Data Education Software Social Media 78

Hack Education

APRIL 20, 2018

” Via NPR : “ Kentucky Governor Claims Kids Were Assaulted While Teachers Absent From Classroom.” ” From the ASU website : “Panelists discuss future of personalized learning.” Via The Verge : “ OLPC ’s $100 laptop was going to change the world – then it all went wrong.”

Education 43

Education Pearson Edmentum lynda.com 43

Hack Education

APRIL 7, 2017

” “Have Silicon Valley Teachers Using Technology Daily Altered Their Classroom Practice?” ” “ Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Hiring Personalized-Learning Engineers ,” says Education Week. “Learning engineers.” ” Robots and Other Ed-Tech SF. Remember MOOCs?

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Education Coursera Robotics MOOC 47