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4 Commonsense Tips to Protect School Tech from Damage

EdTech Magazine

There is no denying that while mobile computing devices — Chromebooks, tablets, digital whiteboards, document cameras, e-readers, wearables and virtual reality headsets — can be effective educational tools, they also come with physical security and cybersecurity risks. Meeting these challenges requires a comprehensive approach that brings…

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GoGuardian Supports Blended Learning in a Modern K–12 Environment

EdTech Magazine

Numerous districts invested in additional tech resources during the COVID-19 pandemic to meet remote learning needs. Ninety-four percent of public schools say they’re providing digital devices such as laptops or tablets to students who need them for the 2022-2023 school year, according to U.S. Department of Education data.

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10 Ideas for Primary ELA Stations

A Principal's Reflections

Technology Station : Here is a great way to integrate digital literacy and acquire data using adaptive tools when appropriate. Use tablets or computers with ed-tech tools focused on ELA skills, such as letter recognition, phonics games, or digital storytelling tools.

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Choosing Tech That Grows From Your Schooling Into Your Career

Ask a Tech Teacher

The key is to invest in technology that not only meets your current educational needs but also has the potential to adapt and evolve as your career progresses. For instance, a student in the field of data science might initially need a laptop capable of running statistical software for class projects.

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Classroom tech: The new and the tried-and-true of 2024

eSchool News

Today, teachers and students have complete access to smartphones, tablets, or laptops in all classes. It also enables schools to trade desktop computers for more portable devices like tablets and laptops. Instead, students and teachers can meet online and continue their work through files available on the cloud.

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Crunch the Numbers:New Data on Student Wellbeing, the Skills Gap Crisis, and Tech Usage in Utah

eSchool News

This report reflects insights shared by more than 29,000 students in TSI’s Annual Student Survey and more than one million responses from its K-12 collaborative learning platform, #WinAtSocial — making it the largest data set of its kind, spanning grades 3 – 12 in schools across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico.

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How To Use Time Tracking to Enhance Project Management

EdTech4Beginners

Turn a tablet or computer into an online punch clock. Analyze timesheets: Timesheets come with solid data that can help in the decision-making process. Data generated through time tracking lets you locate any bottlenecks or identify processes that are inefficient. It could be a personal smartphone, telephone computer, or tablet.

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