The Electric Educator

FEBRUARY 6, 2012

This past week I presented an iPad vs. Chrombook comparison to a group of librarians and technology specialist in Wayne County, Michigan. Apple chromebook google ipad workshop' Thanks to those who provided their thoughts on the device debate. Thanks for subscribing to my blog. I always appreciate feedback on my posts.

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Chromebook iPad Comparison Google 56

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 2, 2017

I’ve included a comparison matrix with features to help you figure out what system is best for you. It includes a Center for Teaching Excellence making research and innovative practice with technology and innovation part of what they do. So we got a class set of iPads the first fall they were available. Listen Now.

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Classroom Comparison iPad Study 308

Learning with 'e's

JULY 8, 2016

HTC Vive in action - Photo by Steve Wheeler At the JISC Connect More event held in Cheltenham recently, a number of futuristic technologies were on display for delegates to experience. In fact, it was surprising how inexpensive but robust some of the alternatives were in comparison to Cardboard. Personally, I can't wait.

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Technology iPhone Comparison Robotics 40

techlearning

MAY 7, 2018

If a teacher wants their kids to create, IPad is still the device to go with. Overall, I think IPad can be a great Education device, but there are pain points that come with it. If it were me, I would have sets of iPads in my school to let kids create, but I don't know that I would go one to one with them.

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Microsoft Comparison Google LMS 41

Learning with 'e's

MARCH 9, 2014

Learning should always come before technology. Many teachers welcome the idea of bringing new technology into the classroom. Sometimes, the technology does get in the way of learning and teaching. The technology, designed to make learning easier, actually ends up making it more difficult. Let me elaborate.

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VLE Technology LMS Learning 78

Teacher Reboot Camp

APRIL 12, 2016

In November, I spent the month training teachers around Venezuela to integrate technology in the classroom. Word clouds make integrating technology to learn cost-efficient and easy. ABCya – Web tool and free iPad app. Photo WordArt – Free iOS and iPad app to create word clouds on photos. More Resources.

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Tools Android iPad Comparison 150

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 27, 2018

The past decade saw significant improvements in the application of technology to learning and 2017 became a tipping point where embedding technology into education finally moved from fringe to mainstream, remaking classrooms in the image of the future. More Chromebooks than iPads. Greater acceptance of technology as a tool.

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Chromebook Education Gamification iPad 152

Securly

APRIL 19, 2016

On average, students spend about 5-10 hours per day on their device(s) (smartphone, iPad, laptop, etc). This of course varies by age group: we found that younger teens (aged 13-15) spend the most time in front of their screens in comparison to other age groups. SCHOOLWORK.

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Khan Academy Social Media Comparison Survey 100

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

It’s terribly confusing, but perhaps no coincidence, that three of the world’s most prominent consumer technology companies—Apple, Google, Microsoft—each boast a “Classroom” tool aimed at K-12 educators and students. For a quick summary, see our comparison chart at the bottom.). Device compatibility: iOS, specifically iPads only.

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Microsoft Google Classroom Schoology 145

Class Tech Integrate

MARCH 5, 2015

The iPad offers many creative avenues for students to present material to teache rs, classmates, and the web. Apple's iMovie App (which is free for any iPad Air owners) is one of the best tools for students to utilize. Inside of iMovie, there is a feature where students can create Trailers.

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iPad Comparison Report Student Engagement 90

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 26, 2018

A student in New York uses Google Docs on her classroom iPad to discuss themes in the class’s latest book with her group. Miller is one of many vocal critics of the wide disparities in education technology pricing, which he and others contend is becoming an increasingly pressing problem as more devices and software enter U.S.

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iPad Broadband Software Company 81

eSpark

JANUARY 29, 2016

While reflecting on my time spent in the classroom, I’m sometimes embarrassed to admit that I rarely used technology to differentiate learning for my students. And though I was surrounded by innovative educators eager to share their knowledge, I rarely used technology to differentiate learning for my students.

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Technology Classroom EdTech iPad 40

Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

Maybe even let the kids pick different titles to teach them how to make comparisons. Which is better for schools: iPads or laptops? Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-8 technology for 15 years. This would be fun and interesting even for those that aren’t fans of reading. Sports Television And The Game.

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Classroom Digital Citizenship Comparison Elementary 150

The Web20Classroom

DECEMBER 1, 2016

Comparison of 50 Coding Tools -The list to end all lists. 15 Ways To Teach Coding (Even Without Technology) -No access to computers? Do you have iPads? A Beginners Guide To Bringing Coding Into The Classroom -The article has several suggestions and resources to start coding in any classroom. Lots of choices for every classroom.

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The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

This story also appeared in AL.com and The Associated Press Piedmont City schools landed in the top spot among all school districts nationwide in a comparison of math scores in 2019 and 2022. While the rest of the country’s schools were losing ground in math during the COVID pandemic, students in a small rural Alabama school district soared.

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Data Elementary Groups Report 122

EdNews Daily

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

Technology is moving and changing rapidly across the world while connecting us in unforeseen ways. Although this generation can navigate the digital world with ease, it is unreasonable to assume young people fully understand how to leverage technology for best possible outcomes. By: Robyn Shulman, M.Ed.

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Digital Citizenship STEM Mobility Smartphone 100

Class Tech Integrate

MARCH 5, 2015

The iPad offers many creative avenues for students to present material to teache rs, classmates, and the web. Apple's iMovie App (which is free for any iPad Air owners) is one of the best tools for students to utilize. Inside of iMovie, there is a feature where students can create Trailers.

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iPad Comparison Report Student Engagement 60

Learning in Hand

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Felix Jacomino , the school’s Director of Technology, managed to lead a team that pulled off an incredible learning event. Create Multimedia eBooks in a 1 iPad Classroom by Wesley Fryer Enhanced eBooks on iPads, iPhones and iPod Touches can include audio, video, and interactive animations in addition to digital text, images and links.

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Resources iPad Mobility eBook 91

Brainscape

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Now, the reason we love these numbers apps is because they provide a structured, yet entertaining and effective way for kids to become fluent in the concept of numbers, counting, comparisons, and values, while engaging them with games and rewards to motivate their learning. If only there were such apps around when WE were in school, right?

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Khan Academy Common Core Comparison Libraries 52

Edsurge

JANUARY 22, 2018

The company will unveil a slew of updates this week at the Bett Show 2018, a major education technology expo in London. Salcito claims there are over 100 million actively using Office 365 everyday around the world (For comparison, Google claimed a year ago that it had more than 70 million active G Suite for Education users).

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Microsoft Chromebook Pearson Comparison 73

EdTechTeam

JANUARY 6, 2018

The biggest question I get after a workshop or training session is how did our iPad roll-out have so much success both in my classroom and for our school. Five years ago our 6th-grade team was asked to pilot a 1:1 iPad initiative. I was intrigued by its ability to control the iPads in the classroom and its already made lessons.

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Tools Robotics iPad Training 40

Kitaboo on EdTech

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

These include Apple’s iPad and iPhone, OverDrive, and Nook by Barnes and Noble. To make it easier for you to decide between the two, here is the comparison between the reflowable and fixed layout formats: Reflowable Formats. ePub- all well-known retailers and devices use ePub. NOOK Kids and PagePerfect for Barnes & Noble.

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eBook iPhone Comparison Smartphone 52

eSchool News

AUGUST 2, 2015

Rand McNally’s Classroom Atlas is now available in digital format to help students interact with the world with the touch of an iPad. “As technology advances in education, Rand McNally’s digital tools enable students to learn more effectively–not just in the classroom but at home or anywhere.”

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Classroom Comparison iPad Tools 40

Marketplace K-12

JULY 7, 2016

billion –and that was for 2012-13, according to the association’s Education Technology Industry Network. We’re trying to even the playing field,” said Friedlander, whose organization launched in March at the SXSWedu conference with a report about iPad purchases, which my colleague Sean Cavanagh looked at in-depth.

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Data Analysis Industry iPad 63

EdTechTeacher

DECEMBER 14, 2017

One of our goals at EdTechTeacher is to explore new concepts and ideas with teachers in an effort to discover authentic ways of integrating technology into the classroom. One question we always ask is: “Does the technology create a functional improvement in the task?” They expected to be able to do so in Shadow Puppet.

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Comparison Elementary Groups Video 60

SpeechTechie

OCTOBER 3, 2014

As a companion to my column for the ASHA Leader App-Titude series, "Welcome to Science Class, " this series explores how technology can serve as a context for teaching "language underpinnings" related to the social studies curriculum. Sphere can be a resource for contextualized, specific therapy activities over several grade levels.

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Study Comparison iPad Facebook 45

Technology Tidbits

OCTOBER 10, 2014

Ideally, it will dray comparisons to the Sphero but is different enough that any school LRC or Science teacher can whip this out for some cool educational demonstrations!!! Android, iPhone/iPad, etc) by displaying a white image set to 50% brightness and pressing the button on the side.

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Robotics iPhone Comparison Android 44

Fractus Learning

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Grammarly is a proofreading software tool that uses artificial intelligence technology to detect grammar, spelling, punctuation, style, sentence structure, and word choice mistakes. Depending on your preference, you can use the Grammarly Editor online, a Windows desktop app, or on devices like your iPad. Try Grammarly For Free.

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Software Microsoft Comparison Report 59

The Innovative Educator

FEBRUARY 8, 2011

As someone who learned to use an iTouch/iPhone from a three-year-old and an iPad from a six-year old, I’m keenly aware that kids can start using technology well enough to teach an innovation specialist very early. Here is a nice comparison of some popular kids typing programs. I’m often asked, what about today?

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iPhone Comparison iPad Software 52

Hack Education

NOVEMBER 2, 2016

I pick ten trends and themes in order to closely at the recent past, the near-term history of education technology. Of course, if you look for those education technology writers who are independent from venture capital, corporate or institutional backing, or philanthropic funding, there is pretty much only me.).

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Trends Report iPhone Software 40

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

AUGUST 7, 2023

Siri Integration: Users can access Siri hands-free just by saying “Hey Siri” Audio Sharing: Allows two sets of AirPods to connect to one iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Apple TV. Premium Sound Quality: Shokz TurboPitch technology provides a clear sound, powerful volume, and deep bass. Bluetooth 5.3

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iPhone Android Google Comparison 98

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 10, 2010

A new series focussed on technology in the languages classroom. This presentation will consider the impact of these technologies by the presenter classroom that spans a decade of teaching. Sylvia has been a featured speaker at national education technology conferences in areas ranging from the use of the Internet in schools, Web 2.0

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Training STEM Digital Citizenship Comparison 34

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 3, 2017

I’ve included a comparison matrix with features to help you figure out what system is best for you. Point A: We need to be asking what works because we’re spending a lot of money on education technology. So, Vicki, here’s what we’re seeing; nationwide, we’re spending billions of dollars on educational technology.

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EdTech Future Ready Policies Technology 210

Reading By Example

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

In their excellent resource No More Independent Reading Without Support (Heinemann, 2013), Debbie Miller and Barbara Moss provide a helpful comparison: Silent Reading. This is an iPad application that allows the user to draw, type, and add images to a single document. One of my favorite educational technologies is Kidblog.

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Assessment Tools Common Core Digital Citizenship 52

Edsurge

JULY 21, 2018

We’ve seen the market fluctuate dramatically, as early iPad-dominated classrooms gave way to the rise of Google. While messaging might seem trivial in comparison to these other practices, I can’t emphasize enough how vague marketing can turn teachers off.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 23, 2015

Richard Byrne , author of Free Technology for Teachers, wrote the top clicked post. iPad Creativity (515 clicks). 10 Creative Ways to Use Your iPad in the Classroom @Edudemic [link] #ipadchat Powered By the Tweet This Plugin Tweet This. This tweet teaches: iPads are popular. The layout of the post is easy to read.

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Social Media Education Twitter Chromebook 150

eSpark

JULY 15, 2016

On the day the teacher in School A introduces the unit, she invites students to take out their iPads and explore the app “ My Haiti: Valdo, A Child's Story.” The static curricula at School B pales in comparison to the digital resources used by School A.

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