ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

There are many benefits of technology in the classroom, so we’ve picked five of the most significant for this handy list. From increased engagement to more inclusive environments, the correct application of EdTech improves a wide range of learning outcomes. But for those who embrace it, the advantages are virtually limitless.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Emily Lynch talks about how to use iPads in the classroom to differentiate instruction. So many good ways exist to use iPads but how can we personalize it and make it unique? Today as our ongoing spotlight this week on K-2 education, we focus on iPads with younger students and differentiating instruction with them. Listen Now.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 29, 2019

Today, Richard Byrne, author of Free Technology for Teachers, talks about eight edtech apps that you should try. (He Richard Byrne – Bio as Submitted Richard is best known for his award-winning blog, Free Technology for Teachers. He also shares a bonus fitness opportunity for educators.) Richard Byrne on episode 532.

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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.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Common Core tells us: New technologies have broadened and expanded the role that speaking and listening play in acquiring and sharing knowledge and have tightened their link to other forms of communication. The underlying theme can’t be ignored by teachers any longer: A 21 st Century learner requires technologic proficiency.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

OCTOBER 6, 2017

Brainstorming is an important process students need to learn to do when innovating, creating, and problem-solving with technology. Popplet is a collaborative online tool and free app on the iPad to get students creating digital mind maps with links, videos, and images. so they discover which techniques work best for them.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 5, 2017

This conversation is so much fun and will give PE teachers and coaches lots of ideas for using technology to improve sports performance and get fit. I travel the world helping #physed teachers use technology more meaningfully in their classes. geek is helping us learn five simple ways to improve physical education with technology.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 28, 2017

Today Justin Kamp @kampmiltonmusic Kids can learn to make music with iPads and technology. Want to hear another episode about iPads and edtech. Karen Lirenman and Kristen Wideen share awesome apps for iPads in the elementary classroom. Milton is 1:1 with iPads for all K-8 students. Blog: [link]. Pic Collage.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 3, 2017

Murray @thomascmurray is the 2017 US “Thought Leader of the Year” and shares what actually works in edtech. What Actually Works in Edtech? Point A: We need to be asking what works because we’re spending a lot of money on education technology. link] So, Tom, what actually does work in Edtech? Today Thomas C.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Leslie Swanson-Anaya @InspiredLeslie elementary teacher of the year for Texas region 15 has ideas for awesome technology stations. Learn how she helps students learn and progress using technology. Five Ideas for Technology Stations. Leslie: We use both Chromebooks and iPads. Enhanced Transcript. Friday, September 8, 2017.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

Based in San Diego, Dr. Rhoads talks about how to integrate instructional strategies, have a teacher toolbox, how to show teachers technology, using Google Jamboard to brainstorm, how to observe and model online teaching for teachers. The best thing about Planboard is I can plan my lessons anywhere – on my Mac, PC or iPad.

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Digital Promise

DECEMBER 18, 2017

When considering the benefits to using edtech, an eighth grade student at Elizabeth Forward School District said, “When we started in first and second grade, everything was on paper and it was just a lot more difficult because if you forgot something, you can’t go back to school and get it. The district’s Technology Director, Mary B.

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EdTech4Beginners

JANUARY 6, 2017

Apple TV’s allow you to stream your iPad screen to another device such as a projector. Share a student solving a problem on their iPad with the whole class; they can present the information easily by talking through their methods. Show media (videos, photos) directly from your iPad. How do you set it up?

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 24, 2019

Margret Atkinson’s recording of the ISTE session, More Stupid Ideas in Edtech (and Why You Should Totally Do Them) with @adambellow @leobrehm @smartinez @teach42 @jamiedonally and @andrewtwallace. The panel covered many different topics such as screen time, iPads, AR, VR, Twitter, Hour of Code, and even acronyms.

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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.

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Ditch That Textbook

MAY 22, 2017

I have worked with all sorts of digital devices in my own classroom — desktop computers, laptops, Chromebooks, iPads, student cell phones and a variety of others. Hands down, the best experience for me has been Chromebooks. I’ve outlined why I choose Chromebooks for a 1:1 initiative or, as I had, for carts that stay [.].

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 13, 2017

“We need technology in every classroom and in every student and teacher’s hand, because it is the pen and paper of our time, and it is the lens through which we experience much of our world.” Lensoo Create is an iPad and Android app to record what happens on a tablet’s whiteboard. ” – David Warlick.

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Securly

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

In December 2010, The Journal –“t he leading Technology based education publication for K-12 and higher education”– published an article with a 5-prong prediction for the following year. These were the pressing questions of the time – a time 8-months after the release of the first iPad and 6-months before the release of the first Chromebook.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

For educators, the new school year is a prime time to set technology-related goals for their district, school or classroom. . MORE FROM EDTECH: Creative applications such as Adobe Creative Cloud are helping students develop soft skills employers value. New Year’s resolutions aren’t just for Jan. Get Smart About Data Privacy.

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Securly

JANUARY 16, 2025

Is your technology team spending too much time wrestling with your K-12 school web filter? Make Better, Smarter Edtech Decisions Do you wish you knew how many of the edtech tools youre paying for are actually being used? You may think finagling your filter to do what you need is unavoidable.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Instead of selecting many apps, many are now recommending just a few tools/protocols for how things are taught with edtech. Now, that’s good stuff for every K-2nd grade iPad or Google Play enabled tablet! iPads to Differentiate Instruction in K-2 Classrooms. Then, it becomes about the content and not the tools. Listen Now.

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Edsurge

JUNE 19, 2024

I can still vividly recall the chaotic scene of introducing iPads into Kindergarten classrooms. Picture it: a room bustling with eager five-year-olds unaccustomed to center procedures and five iPads as the hottest commodity amidst blocks, dolls and traditional learning stations. What’s the Kindergarten version of the Hunger Games?

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

The technology I use in my classroom everyday? Check out Karen Lirenman and Kristen Wideen’s show on iPad apps for elementary classrooms. A special Valentine's Day Episode of 10MT with Links to Tools and Tech I Use From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Well, Happy Valentine’s Day!

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 15, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out how K–12 schools are building their esports programs. Cloud technology allows video game streaming on nearly any device , from smartphones to traditional game consoles. School technology typically moves slowly,” he continues. “If A majority of educators agree that video games can help K–12 learning.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 15, 2019

Discover more ways to integrate technology effectively by taking one of my fully accredited online courses or get one of my books ! Make Beliefs Comix – Web tool and iPad app. I’ve also included a slide presentation with more ideas and examples. Comics for Fun Learning from Shelly Sanchez Terrell. Comic Creation Tools. ?

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

They need to learn how to get better at their job and juggle all the new requirements that the modern classroom and educational technologies bestow upon us. Knowledgeable teachers are key to the success of any technological or pedagogical initiative in the classroom. Get them to experience it as learners during training. The takeaway.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 19, 2020

Discover more ways to integrate technology effectively by taking one of my fully accredited online courses or get one of my books ! Popplet is a mind mapping app on the iPad to get students creating digital mind maps with links, videos, and images. Students can add their own drawings and pictures from the iPad.

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EdTech4Beginners

MAY 19, 2016

The pupils took their iPads with them and used them as a stopwatch. Tagged: edtech , education , healthy bodies , physical education , science lesson , teaching , tech , technology. It was decided that the best way was to do different exercises, record the heart rate and then compare it to when resting.

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ViewSonic Education

JANUARY 17, 2019

There are many things to consider when deciding which digital education solution will best suit your needs, but having a clear idea of the purpose and functionality of these edtech resources will help make these purchasing decisions easier. Before you invest in any technology, it’s important to check your IT infrastructure.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 19, 2022

When testing moved online, it became painfully apparent to teachers how little students knew about using digital devices other than the internet, some apps, and iPads. Beyond Digital Literacy: How EdTech Fosters Children’s Social-Emotional Development. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. ITPro #digcit.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 13, 2020

On my blog, Ask a Tech Teacher , I run a column called Dear Otto where I answer teacher questions about how to integrate technology into their classes. Using technology in the education journey requires a much broader pallet of skills than what is required for online testing. ” –from the American Library Association.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Discover more ways to integrate technology effectively by taking one of my fully accredited online courses or get one of my books ! Screencast with your iPhone or iPad. You can also record a short lesson students can access anytime. You can even quickly add captions in multiple languages to your screencasts.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Discover more ways to integrate technology effectively by taking one of my fully accredited online courses or get one of my books ! Canva is a web tool and iPad app with a free library of stock images, stickers, and graphics. I also tie this to the “One Word Project.” Student Examples.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

So Brian, when someone is struggling, and you’re trying to use technology… Let’s talk about some of your favorite tools. With today’s technology, everything we’re working with is being done in the browser – usually the Chrome browser – and so there are some really great tools. Again, it’s another technology.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JANUARY 22, 2018

My new book, Hacking Digital Learning Strategies with EdTech Missions , has 10 digital missions to help teachers support their teenage students in establishing their identities and defining their goals using technology and digital devices. Flipgrid (iOS/Android) app and web tool or VoiceThread (web/iPad) app.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

I’ve also added some of my favorite new productivity tools for my smartphone, iPad, and a few new ones for my Mac. My students can use their iPhones/iPads or computers to follow along and see the slides. My students love Office 365 and can open their files in Word on their computer, online, on their phone or iPad or anywhere.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 11, 2017

Through this work, we see powerful examples of innovation across education — from students creating their own virtual reality (VR) films, to researchers working with technology developers to improve edtech efficacy, to educators rethinking their own professional development with the use of micro-credentials.

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