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Educators See Positive Impact of Mobile Devices in K–12

EdTech Magazine

Educators See Positive Impact of Mobile Devices in K–12. A new report from national education nonprofit Project Tomorrow says adding mobile devices to the classroom provides students with equity, empowerment and a better understanding of complex concepts. They also enhance the learning experience for those students.

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Flexibility Is Key in Personalized Learning Classrooms

EdTech Magazine

By Amy Brown Physical environments are being adapted with students and mobility in mind.

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Bridging the Gap in Rural Putnam County, Tennessee Through Personalized Learning

Education Elements

with 23 schools spread across 400 square miles, we share many of the challenges faced by our fellow rural school districts nationwide, including inconsistent attendance, long commutes, and a high "mobility rate" - the rate at which students are moving in and out of the district. In Putnam County, Tenn.,

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Support Hard-to-Reach Students With Mobile Learning Labs

edWeb.net

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast Equitable learning involves getting education where needed, even if students need help to reach their primary school destination. Challenges and Recommendations There were challenges to ensuring that students and families accessed the services provided by the mobile learning labs.

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Advancing Mobile Phones as Learning Devices

A Principal's Reflections

This morning I read a great article on PBS Media Shift by Audrey Watters entitled " Why Schools Should Stop Banning Cell Phones, and Use Them For Learning." This shift in mindset can be directly attributed to what I have learned from innovative educators in the social media spaces that I now delve into on a routine basis. resource.

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It’s Time Teachers Reclaimed ‘Personalized Learning’ in the Name of Equity

Edsurge

Many believe that for learning to be personal, it must be individualized. What’s more, it strips students of their agency and autonomy and strips learning of curiosity and serendipity. But that doesn’t mean that we should be remiss in advocating for personalization in schools. Here’s how we can start.

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A Guide to Choosing an Interactive Learning Platform

ViewSonic Education

The power of interactive learning platforms to enhance student learning outcomes is undeniable. To conquer this challenge, read on to see key factors to consider in choosing an interactive learning platform. To conquer this challenge, read on to see key factors to consider in choosing an interactive learning platform.

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