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K–12's Digital Transformation Is Giving Libraries a Modern Makeover

EdTech Magazine

K–12's Digital Transformation Is Giving Libraries a Modern Makeover. Today’s school libraries are being reinvented. No longer just a haven for dusty books and stern shushes, the library is now a place for digital resources and makerspaces and flexible learning. Student Feedback Can Be Helpful for Library Design.

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How Tablet Games Can Teach Skills to Students with Visual Impairments

Edsurge

His tablet-run version of the game has the same goal: pick letters to figure out a mystery word. The tablet reads out each letter, building your association between the raised dots and the alphabet. The tablet reads out each letter, building your association between the raised dots and the alphabet.

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Sleep Pod Companies Want to Disrupt Naps on Campus

Edsurge

Around this time of the school year, it’s not uncommon to see sleep-deprived students slumped over library desks studying late hours in preparation for final exams. Smathers Libraries at University of Florida, has a clear view of the futuristic egg-shaped pods from her office in the university’s Health Science Center Libraries.

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Kajeet Announces Launch of 2022 Homework Gap Grant Program for K-12 Schools and Districts, Colleges and Universities, and Public Libraries

eSchool News

This funding opportunity will allow K-12 schools and districts, colleges and universities, and public libraries to connect students to safe, reliable internet outside of the classroom. “At Eligible applicants include all K-12 school districts (public, private, charter, and tribal), colleges and universities, and public libraries in the U.S.

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Gale and New Mexico State Library Launch Free Program to Provide Adult Residents Accredited High School Diplomas

eSchool News

New Mexicans can obtain their high school diploma through their local public library. New Mexico State Library now offers Career Online High School (COHS) from Gale , a Cengage company, making it the first program in the state that gives qualified residents the chance to earn an accredited high school diploma through their public library.

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Choosing Tech That Grows From Your Schooling Into Your Career

Ask a Tech Teacher

When selecting a smartphone, consider its compatibility with other devices like your laptop and tablet. Many companies offer discounted or even free versions of their software for students, which can be a great way to gain proficiency in tools widely used in the industry.

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3DBear Review: The Augmented Reality Classroom Pro

The CoolCatTeacher

First, 3D bear is a free download for smartphones and tablets. I’ve found it works better if you have some flat surfaces around, but it will work anywhere Start designing Inside 3D bear are a variety of libraries that you can use. But you’re not limited by these libraries. Got a smartphone or tablet?

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