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Smartphones in Education: Redirecting Distraction with Mobile Learning

ViewSonic Education

As mobile learning becomes more and more popular, so does the potential for distraction in the classroom. With so many captivating apps and games, it is easy to see how students would have a hard time putting their smartphones and other mobile devices away. Assess Learning and Stay Organized.

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Partners Make a Big Difference in Device Management for Schools in Texas

EdTech Magazine

Laptops, tablets, extra monitors, interactive whiteboards, digital projectors, speakers, charging carts and even mobile furniture have become essential to a highly engaging modern classroom. However, for large school districts, managing tens of thousands of devices comes with challenges.

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Finding the Best Gaming Monitor for Your Handheld Gaming Device

ViewSonic Education

Mobile gaming is booming, mixing convenience with serious performance. When pairing your smartphone or tablet with a monitor, portability and ease of use are key. If your mobile device supports DisplayPort Alt mode via USB-C—like the latest iPhones or Samsung Galaxy smartphones —hooking it up to a USB-C gaming monitor is a breeze.

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Demystifying mobile and broadband speeds

eSchool News

This post on mobile and broadband speeds originally appeared on CoSN’s blog and is reposted here with permission. Mobile vs. broadband speeds Mobile broadband relies on cellular networks to provide internet access to devices like smartphones and tablets.

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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. Mobile Devices Encourage Further Classroom Equity. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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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.

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K–12 Schools Need Strong Mobile Device Management Services

EdTech Magazine

K–12 Schools Need Strong Mobile Device Management Services. K–12 students and teachers rely heavily on mobile devices for learning and teaching, respectively, which means IT leaders need solutions to manage these endpoints. In 2018, the demand for mobile devices in K–12 rose 10 percent in the United States, with sales rising from 5.5

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