Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The new Google for Education App Hub is the topic of our blog post today! You know how we’re always on the hunt for that perfect EdTech tool that’ll make our lives just a tad easier? Let’s dig into what makes Google’s Education App Hub a potential game-changer in the EdTech world.

Google 138

Google Skyward Education EdTech 138

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 22, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Stacey Roshan, the author of Tech with Heart , talks about seven edtech topics that are sparking conversation this summer both online and at ISTE19. See Stacey’s presentation at ISTE19. Just teachers can use the power of Urkund.

EdTech 294

EdTech Moodle Company Trends 294

Edsurge

JUNE 15, 2022

There are always new products coming out in the edtech landscape, but somehow a couple software platforms monopolize the industry and are used by teachers everywhere, leaving smaller companies and edtech startups facing an uphill battle. Both are enhancements and add-ons to PowerPoint or Google Slides, and both work well.

Industry 178

Industry EdTech Digital Divide Blackboard 178

Neo LMS

AUGUST 9, 2022

However, since the pandemic, our teaching habits have changed and technology has become an intrinsic part of our profession. We need to update lists accordingly and include our edtech tasks. . Even though we may have fully returned to in-person teaching, we’re still using technology in our classes. Check classroom technology .

EdTech 369

EdTech LMS Competency Based Learning Gamification 369

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

While diverse edtech products promise innovation, they simultaneously pose challenges. Educators, learners, instructional technology coaches, and IT/edtech staff are grappling with the complexities of managing an ever-expanding arsenal of disconnected digital tools.

EdTech 113

EdTech Classroom Laptops Gamification 113

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 27, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Mark Sparvell cites current research about what students really want in their classroom and how social-emotional learning relates to education technology. Mark has taught both pre-service and post-graduate studies.

EdTech 313

EdTech Moodle Classroom Microsoft 313

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 27, 2020

Before I get into how edtech enhances social studies lessons, let’s ask a foundational question: What the heck is Social Studies ? In the past decade, technology has become the disruptive tool of choice among teachers to make what traditionally is a droll collection of subjects energizing and inspiring. Google Earth.

Study 264

Study EdTech Digital Citizenship Google 264

EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

Technology Underscores the Promise of a New School Year. Many will also have new laptops or tablets through one-to-one computing programs , upgraded classroom technology for blended learning , and teachers trained to more effectively use technology to personalize instruction. eli.zimmerman_9856. Tue, 09/10/2019 - 12:44.

Technology 302

Technology Blended Learning Tablets Chromebook 302

EdTech Magazine

MARCH 18, 2019

Next-Gen Voice and Presence Technology Keep K–12 Districts Safer. For districts looking to upgrade communications systems, it’s no longer a question of whether to adopt an IP-based phone system, but rather which one to deploy. Systems like Jive also offer greater reliability and redundancy, Zamudio says. by Dan Tynan.

E-rate 334

E-rate Technology System Mobility 334

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 5, 2022

The best Instructional Technology Coaches are partners, culture leaders, encouragers, and easy to work with, says Dr. Katie Ritter. She covers ten essential points for being a successful education technology coach based on her research and her personal coaching of instructional technology coaches and teachers.

Technology 463

Technology Training Twitter Collaborative Learning 463

EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 26, 2019

Google’s Soli Uses Gesture Technology to Immerse K–12 Students. Gesture control isn’t ubiquitous yet, but the technology is progressing. In January, the Federal Communications Commission approved Google ’s Project Soli , a sensing technology that uses miniature radar to detect touchless gestures. .

Technology 246

Technology Microsoft Laptops Software 246

Neo LMS

DECEMBER 18, 2018

All because of technological advancements. As such, the lives of many people have become so intertwined with technology. Therefore, a question arises about whether technology has a part it can play in classrooms? Can technology improve the education process or the learning environment of classrooms ? Google Earth.

EdTech 314

EdTech Tools eBook Google 314

ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Finding the correct digital education and EdTech solution provider can be challenging, but choosing the best fit for you will save you time and money, and help you avoid frustration. However, with the sheer amount of technology available, it can be challenging to identify those resources, products, or tools that tick all the boxes.

How To 375

How To Software Education EdTech 375

EdTech4Beginners

APRIL 2, 2017

The amount of new acronyms in the educational technology world is staggering… and often overwhelming for educators. BYOT – Bring Your Own Technology. CMS – Content Management System (a tool to build websites and apps). CREATE – Collaboartion, Resources, Educate, Apps, Technology, Enriching. OS – Operation system (e.g.

EdTech 189

EdTech VLE CMS OER 189

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Today one of the largest providers of course-management software for colleges and schools, Blackboard, announced that it plans to merge with Anthology, a company formed last year from the combination of three other edtech companies. Blackboard is one of the largest LMS providers.

Blackboard 171

Blackboard EdTech LMS Software 171

Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

The success of educators nowadays is based on the interrelation between mastering their subject matter, pedagogy and the technology that supports teaching. Teachers need to choose and use the right educational technology — or edtech — to elevate teaching as well. How educators can make use of edtech into the classroom.

EdTech 218

EdTech LMS Classroom Education 218

eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2023

Rise Vision provides easy to use technology, which educators are able to use to manage communications across districts. In addition, through popular integrations, users are able to automatically pull content from services like Google Slides, Canva, Twitter, and more.

EdTech 92

EdTech Software STEM Company 92

Neo LMS

JANUARY 17, 2019

Can EdTech enable Social Emotional Learning (SEL)? In this context it may be hard to imagine that EdTech can add to or even improve SEL teaching — as it seems to be a wholly “human-human” interaction. Technology has also assisted to teach students on the autism spectrum. Let’s explore: Project-Based Learning. Special Needs.

EdTech 266

EdTech Learning Analysis Data 266

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

This week on the podcast we’re talking about cybersecurity at schools—and how secure, or in some cases how vulnerable, the tech systems in school systems are these days. Essentially these are the computer systems that store grades and the student records of his school. Some of what he was able to find actually surprised him.

System 135

System EdTech Industry Blackboard 135

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Key points: Technology in K-12 classrooms can revolutionize education Choosing the right edtech requires a thoughtful and strategic approach Learn more about K-12 Tech Innovation News Technology transforms K-12 education by enhancing engagement, personalizing learning, and fostering collaboration.

Technology 52

Technology Tools Learning EdTech 52

Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2020

Soon, schools would be inundated with sales pitches from edtech companies, and it didn’t take long before they started pushing back against those that seemed predatory. For the edtech industry, the pandemic poses a paradox. Yet this reality seems not to have dampened investor enthusiasm for private edtech companies.

EdTech 193

EdTech Khan Academy Chegg Coursera 193

Edsurge

MAY 27, 2021

Growing concerns over digital equity and the silos that exist within school systems. These are some of the trends that emerged in a recent survey of district technology leaders, reflecting the dramatic changes and unprecedented demand that school-based technology teams experienced during the pandemic.

Broadband 193

Broadband Technology Survey Learning 193

A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 12, 2020

Over the years I have written extensively on the power of technology to empower learners both in and out of the classroom. Google Hangouts and Zoom are great options to disseminate content through video just by pushing out a link. There is a wealth of options out there.

Resources 511

Resources Moodle Schoology Learning 511

EdTech Magazine

APRIL 4, 2018

Technology Helps Keep a Close Eye on Students. Congress and several state legislatures are introducing measures that would beef up security in schools , not only with teacher and student training and physical improvements to school grounds, but by using federal and state funds to purchase alarm systems and security cameras.

Technology 216

Technology System Trends Strategy 216

Neo LMS

JANUARY 22, 2019

It occured to me that not only are the wide variety of acronyms found in the world of EdTech confusing ( I did a post on organizations in that regard ), but indeed there is quite a bit of overlap — as well as misuse — of terms that can make navigating the literature (in particular online literature) on the subject of EdTech confusing and unhelpful.

EdTech 270

EdTech Data Comparison Mobility 270

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 13, 2018

Leah LaCrosse shares six edtech ideas science teachers can start using today to improve learning and excite students about science. 6 Super Science Edtech Ideas. Leah, today, we’re going to talk about how to use technology to make science more exciting and more effective. Is technology a distraction? Enhanced Transcript.

EdTech 186

EdTech Technology Robotics Classroom 186

Edsurge

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Ling Lam, an edtech and innovation teacher at a K-8 independent school in northern California sets specific social-emotional goals for every edtech tool she uses. She views comment and suggestion functionality as an opportunity for students to give and respond to feedback effectively, strengthening collaboration skills.

EdTech 195

EdTech Survey Education Microsoft 195

Edsurge

MARCH 3, 2020

spike in coronavirus cases, which currently numbers around 118 cases in 16 states , is leaving the edtech conference industry with an existential (if not quite Shakespearean) question at the start of its busy events season: to host or not to host? education or edtech event organizer has canceled or postponed their upcoming conferences.

Industry 158

Industry Conference EdTech Facebook 158

eSpark

APRIL 11, 2022

As technology is quickly evolving, educators and administrators alike are trying to keep up with the new products and trends in blended learning. Named one of the top 16 “Forward Thinking EdTech Leaders in the Country” and one of the “Top 100 Influential Voices in Education.” What’s on the rise in edtech right now? Monica Burns.

EdTech 98

EdTech Future Ready BYOD Personalized Learning 98

Hapara

MAY 20, 2022

Effectively incorporating technology tools such as Google G Suite, H?para Read on to learn tips for using technology in the classroom to promote deeper learning. . Have students use Google Drawing or Google Slides to create a visual art piece, a timeline, a map, etc. . Use technology tools for collaboration.

Technology 209

Technology Classroom Hapara Learning 209

Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

And so I have realized that, relative to abled communities, technology has improved accessing information, entertainment and education for differently abled students and seekers to the point of being a quantum leap. 6 Awesome examples of EdTech for the visually impaired students. Screen readers. Internet browsers. Closing thoughts.

Examples 256

Examples EdTech Comparison Software 256

EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 13, 2018

Technology Helps Teachers Prevent and Mitigate Bad Behavior in the Classroom. But innovations in education technology can equip teachers with the tools to help students stay on a good path and get the most out of their academics. . SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks!

Technology 308

Technology Classroom Chromebook Tablets 308

Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 6, 2022

I’ve been through many systems, often different each year, and honestly, none seems better than the other. Years ago, I was involved in an effort to restructure my school district’s teacher evaluation system. During my years in the classroom, I created Google forms and then posted them on Canvas or pushed them out via email.

LMS 266

LMS Microsoft Digital Citizenship Survey 266

Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

Two news stories this week have turned my attention (again) to the issue of conflict of interest in education, technology, and public policy. The second conflict-of-interest related news story (set of stories, really) involves New America and Google/ Eric Schmidt. More on this below.).

EdTech 244

EdTech Social Media Facebook Google 244

EdTech Magazine

JUNE 26, 2019

Joseph Valver and his fellow instructional technology facilitators at Hamilton Township School District in New Jersey were providing numerous options for educators in their district to learn how to use education technology, but something was holding educators back. . “As Google Classroom Tools Let Educators Access PD Anywhere.

Google 413

Google Assessment Course EdTech 413

Edsurge

MARCH 25, 2021

It’s not hard to find prominent examples: • Google recently announced an expansion of the company’s popular Google Career Certificates portfolio. credentialing landscape will look like if employer-offered credentialing becomes institutionalized as a new and potentially separate educational “system.”

System 201

System Digital Badges Trends Education 201

Edsurge

JULY 28, 2021

Since the beginning, the tool has focused on mobile delivery on a smartphone, and the company claims it is the leading mobile learning platform globally , with more than 500 million downloads between the Apple App Store and Google Play, and 40 million monthly active users. Duolingo has a few things going for itself.

EdTech 165

EdTech Chegg Mobility Company 165