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Educators See Positive Impact of Mobile Devices in K–12

EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

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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K–12 Schools Need Strong Mobile Device Management Services

EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 25, 2019

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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Mobile Classrooms Bring STEM Where Students Need IT

EdTech Magazine

JULY 25, 2018

Mobile Classrooms Bring STEM Where Students Need IT. Educators are utilizing education technology to repurpose old trailers and buses to create mobile education spaces , classrooms on wheels where students are able to experience what STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) has to offer. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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25 creative ideas for using mobile devices in school

Ditch That Textbook

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

Whether you have iPads, Android tablets or a bring your own device policy for students, mobile devices are a great way to engage our students. And the best part is that these devices encourage our students to get up and moving because they are made for using on the go. So how can we utilize […].

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9 EdTech Ideas to Use Now

The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 21, 2020

I serve as the Communications Chair for the ISTE Mobile Learning Network, a Member at Large for Games & Sims, the Innovations and Resources Co-Chair for the Teacher Education Network and the PAECT (PA ISTE affiliate) Historian. com Twitter: @ rdene915 Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored podcast episode.”

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Teaching Language Learners with Twitter

Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 5, 2016

Twitter has various updates, which have made it a wonderful app and web tool for learning a language. Below, is an infographic of 5 ways Twitter is a great education tool. To discover 12 ways to teach with Twitter, check out the post I wrote for ESL Library, 12 Ways to Use Twitter with Language Learners.

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ISTE 2019: Everything You Need to Know Before the First Day

EdTech Magazine

JUNE 21, 2019

JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Follow @EdTech_K12 on Twitter for continued ISTE 2019 coverage. The event program is packed with options, ranging from a field trip to the Philadelphia Museum of Art to an esports outing at a local arena to dozens of “playgrounds” focused on topics such as robotics and mobile learning. . by Marquita Brown.

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Digital Signage Growth Helps K–12 Schools Get Their Messages Out

EdTech Magazine

MAY 21, 2018

Mobile Integration Engages Digital Natives. Digital signage also offers mobile integration , so schools can push information to devices like smartphones. This also lets staff use mobile devices to update, operate and monitor digital signage systems.). Follower her on Twitter at @wendymcmahon. CDW Segment. Pull Quote.

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3 Levels of Connectivity K–12 Schools Should Consider

EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

According to a report from K–12 device company Kajeet, the number of mobile devices sold to K–12 schools grew 10 percent year-over-year, with 73 percent of teachers polled agreeing technology has changed classroom dynamics over the past five years for the better. by Calvin Hennick.

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The Butterfly Effect: Bluesky Basics for Teachers

Learning in Hand

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

If you used to like Twitter, I think you’ll enjoy the community that’s evolving on Bluesky. Bluesky has a mobile app, and you can access it from a web browser. It’s so similar to Twitter and X that you might forget that you’re on Bluesky. Real-time chats, reminiscent of those that once dominated Twitter, are back in full swing.

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12 AR Apps and Tips for Awesome Classrooms with Jaime Donally

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 28, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Using your smartphone, you can now scan a human. Blog: ARVRinEDU.com Twitter: @ jaimedonally Transcript - Episode 799 - How to use AR in the Classroom Transcript automatically generated by Adobe Audition. Links added by author. So that would be the first.

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Study Finds Data Analytics Help Lower Rates of Disciplinary Action in K–12

EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Teachers Track Student Behavior Through Mobile App. Educators can report the behavior of individual students through their mobile devices or Chromebooks by using behavior codes, which can be personalized to fit the needs of the school. . by Eli Zimmerman.

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Byte-sized Potential: Can Compassion & Citizenship Go Viral?

Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 6, 2014

You can also access the recent Twitter Chat transcript for the #Edtechchat I hosted, which is full of resources from over 400 teachers. Byte-Sized Potential Effective Technology Integration Mobile Learning digital citizenship digital literacy edtech education technology mobile learning social media viral'

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EPISODE 143: 10 Practical, Entertaining Ways to Teach with Mobile Devices [PODCAST]

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 14, 2015

The Every Classroom Matters Show: Tony Vincent, Expert on Teaching with Mobile Devices Tony Vincent started using mobile devices in the classroom back in the days of Palm Pilots. Since then, he’s become an expert on everything mobile. You can follow Tony on Twitter @ tonyvincent and read his blog.

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20 Tech Tips to Shake Up Learning

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 14, 2018

Episode 337 with Kasey Bell From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. 3 EdTech and E-Learning Influencer on Twitter. Kasey Bell shares her tech tips for helping teachers make progress with technology. She also shares the biggest mistake she’s made as a teacher relating to edtech.

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The Conversation We Need To Have With Leadership

Teacher Reboot Camp

AUGUST 15, 2014

Find a list of their blogs and Twitter handle on Cybraryman’s Administrator Page. ebook, Learning to Go , which has digital/mobile activities for any device and editable/printable handouts and rubrics. Remember this will save you hours of boredom and stress and enhance your school atmosphere considerably.

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Incredible Giveaways Whether You Are at #ISTE18 or #Notatiste18

Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 19, 2018

If you attend any of my presentations in Chicago or attend virtually by watching any of the live streamed interviews and presentations shared on Twitter( @ShellTerrell ), then you have the opportunity to receive a digital badge and to receive some incredible giveaways! Participating Virtually (#NotatISTE18)? Just come up and say hi!

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40+ Hashtags to Follow to Learn About the Latest Teaching Trends

Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 27, 2016

Hashtags (text with a # sign front) are found all over social media on sites like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Vine, and GooglePlus. I tend to find the best resources with hashtags on Twitter. Below are over 40 hashtags to explore on Twitter to find out more about various teaching trends. .”- Neil Patel, Forbes.

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Is a Backpack the Key to Closing the Homework Gap?

EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2019

Kajeet ’s ConnectEdNow campaign , announced in June, aims to make broadband access more affordable by providing students with portable Wi-Fi hotspot devices, a $200 mobile device subsidy and discounted data plans from Verizon , T-Mobile and other LTE providers. by Erin Brereton.

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How K–12 Schools Have Adopted Artificial Intelligence

EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 3, 2019

AI-enabled teaching assistants and mobile applications help educators meet that challenge, using input from students to adjust course materials through educational apps, leaving teachers time to conduct the interpersonal aspects of their curricula. “For Please join the discussion on Twitter by using the #ConnectIT hashtag.

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ISTE 2019: What K–12 Experts Expect from the Future of Education Technology

EdTech Magazine

JUNE 25, 2019

JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Follow @EdTech_K12 on Twitter for continued ISTE 2019 coverage. “K–12 Screencasting, according to Tuesday’s panelists, has been a popular integration for K–12 schools looking to give teachers the mobility they need to take a more active approach to education. 5G is very exciting.". by Eli Zimmerman.

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Are Smartphones in the Classroom a Smart Move?

The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Liz Kolb in episode 387 of the 10-Minute Teacher From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. She is a MACUL board member and a member of the COSN advisory board for mobile learning and emerging technologies. Are Smartphones a good idea? We discuss the pro’s and cons. Listen to the Show.

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How Technology Can Improve Physical Safety in Schools

EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Use of mobile applications and social media. Please join the discussion on Twitter by using the #ConnectIT hashtag. . . • A two-way intercom system with call buttons. • A duress button system for offices and classrooms. • An in-building emergency communication system. Mass notification tied to a districtwide system. • by Amy Passow.

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A Wake Up Call For School Leaders

A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 23, 2014

So the other day I tweeted out this comment, “I am amazed each day to see so much educational progress in my Twitter feed. We need to begin to empower students to take more ownership of their learning by promoting Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and the use of mobile learning devices if schools do not have the means to go 1:1.

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Student Reflection with Digital Portfolios

Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 9, 2014

After the course, they have contributed to our collaborative Pinterest boards, created and shared on Twitter, attempted missions and received digital badges, and kept digital portfolios. ebook, Learning to Go , which has digital/mobile activities for any device and editable/printable handouts and rubrics.

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VR & AR in the Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Hall Davidson shares both simple explanations of Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) in the classroom. He has become a leading guru of virtual environments, learning with mobile devices, social media, and digital textbooks.

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Computing, Cost Savings and the Cloud: The Value of Virtualization

EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 19, 2019

Even amid the proliferation of mobile technology in K–12 schools through BYOD programs and one-to-one computing, desktop computers remain a popular choice. Please join the discussion on Twitter by using the #ConnectIT hashtag. . Computing, Cost Savings and the Cloud: The Value of Virtualization. eli.zimmerman_9856. by Amy Passow.

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How Edge Computing Could Benefit K–12 Classrooms

EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2018

Mobile phones and tablets are essentially full-scale computers. “For time-sensitive applications, edge brings high-performance computing horsepower as close to the action as possible,” says Marcus Moffett, Cisco ’s senior systems engineer director, U.S. public sector. Many Internet of Things devices likewise have substantial processing power.

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ISTE 2019: How K–12 Leaders Can Use G Suite for Professional Development

EdTech Magazine

JUNE 26, 2019

JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Follow @EdTech_K12 on Twitter for continued ISTE 2019 coverage. Valver and his colleagues planned to roll out their technology PD curriculum over the summer and realized teachers would need tools that were device-agnostic, flexible and mobile friendly. “We Google Classroom Tools Let Educators Access PD Anywhere.

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Digital Ways to Celebrate December Holidays

Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 10, 2014

Check out my post, Creating Digital Books as Gifts for Others , to discover lesson ideas, web tools, and mobile apps for making digital books. ebook, Learning to Go , which has digital/mobile activities for any device and editable/printable handouts and rubrics. Try Touchcast. Celebrate a Digital Book. Send a Holiday Greeting.

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A Simple Teacher Habit Tracker

The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 31, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. At the slightest hint of boredom, you can now surreptitiously glance at any number of apps or mobile-adapter websites that have been optimized to provide you an immediate and satisfying dose of input by other minds.”

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Essential Tech Tools for the History Class

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 18, 2022

I was introduced to it via my history teacher network on Twitter (a plug for using Twitter for professional purposes). During the pandemic, some of my students would record historical prompt responses using the mobile Flip app. . He can be found on Twitter @T4edtech and on his YouTube Channel Transformative Edtech.

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GoGuardian Develops a New AI-Enabled Cloud Filter for K–12 Schools

EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

GoGuardian has announced a new AI-enabled cloud-based filtering solution for K–12 schools designed to expand filtering capabilities to all mobile and personal devices connected to school networks. . by Eli Zimmerman.

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Spice Up That Lecture! 20+ Ideas & Resources

Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 15, 2014

Get their input with tools like GetKahoot , InfusedLearning , Socrative , Linoit , Padlet , Tally.tl , Todaysmeet , Plickers , PollEverywhere , use a Twitter hashtag and other backchannel tools. ebook, Learning to Go , which has digital/mobile activities for any device and editable/printable handouts and rubrics. Play music.

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Solving the curation equation: Efficient methods for collecting teaching resources

Neo LMS

JULY 20, 2021

If you consume lots of information from various sources, such as Twitter, Instagram, blogs, etc., Mobile devices need apps. Also, does the tool you are considering have apps available that will connect to all of the apps and websites where you typically consume information (Twitter, Instagram, mobile browser)?

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Instagram: A Student Vehicle for Social Change

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

In my last post, I wrote about using Twitter for classroom instruction. From the Wired feed from January 17, 2022, the headline reads Inside the Student-Led Covid Walkouts US high school students are demanding safer classrooms, and they’re mobilizing through group chats, Google Docs, and homespun social media campaigns.

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How to Gamify Professional Development

EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 2, 2019

Neither requires great investments of time or capital, and they can be accessed anywhere — at home, in the classroom, or even on a mobile device. Please join the discussion on Twitter by using the #ConnectIT hashtag. . . . This article is part of the "Connect IT: Bridging the Gap Between Education and Technology" series.

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K–12 Teachers Use Virtual and Augmented Reality Platforms to Teach Coding

EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

A study conducted at Georgia Tech found that students who used mobile augmented reality platforms to learn coding performed better on assessments than their counterparts. . “We Intel recently developed a mobile computer science learning center that incorporates virtual reality to get students excited about computer science.

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Starlink–What is it? Why use it?

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 6, 2024

What is Starlink In a nutshell, Starlink is the brainchild of Elon Musk, the man who is the poster child for EVs and the current international leader in space flight, SpaceX (he also owns X/Twitter, but that’s a story for another day). Starlink is a satellite internet system developed by SpaceX.

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Keep Accessibility in Mind for Modern Learning Environments

EdTech Magazine

JUNE 11, 2019

Classrooms filled with rows of desks can be difficult to navigate for students with mobility issues, and they can impede collaboration. Please join the discussion on Twitter by using the #ConnectIT hashtag. . Seating arrangements also matter. by Jennifer Brown.

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10+ QR Code Activities to Inspire Curiosity and Engage Learners

Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 21, 2019

Create a basic QR code easily even on your mobile device that leads to a link, a message or any text, your contact details, or your location. Attach the QR code to Twitter, Facebook, a location, websites, wifi passwords, email, bitcoin and more! Attach the QR code to Twitter, Facebook, a Tweet, Skype, a phone number, and more!

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Student Get to Know You Image Stickers Activity

Teacher Reboot Camp

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat and other popular mobile apps make it super easy for users to add stickers and emojis to their images.

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3 Exciting Ways to Use Augmented and Virtual Reality in the K–12 Classroom

EdTech Magazine

MARCH 28, 2019

A study conducted at Georgia Tech found that students who used mobile augmented reality platforms to learn coding performed better on assessments than their counterparts. . “We Please join the discussion on Twitter by using the #ConnectIT hashtag. VR just has that wow factor that really gets students excited and engaged.

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Digital Literacy Programs Prepare Students for a Tech-Enabled Future

EdTech Magazine

APRIL 14, 2019

With 95 percent of teenagers in possession of mobile devices, students are constantly sharing and searching through social media platforms. . Please join the discussion on Twitter by using the #ConnectIT hashtag. . Kids aged 8–18 years old are in front of screens for seven hours every day on average, CBS News reports.

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Educators See Positive Impact of Mobile Devices in K–12

K–12 Schools Need Strong Mobile Device Management Services

Trending Sources

Mobile Classrooms Bring STEM Where Students Need IT

25 creative ideas for using mobile devices in school

9 EdTech Ideas to Use Now

Teaching Language Learners with Twitter

ISTE 2019: Everything You Need to Know Before the First Day

Digital Signage Growth Helps K–12 Schools Get Their Messages Out

3 Levels of Connectivity K–12 Schools Should Consider

The Butterfly Effect: Bluesky Basics for Teachers

12 AR Apps and Tips for Awesome Classrooms with Jaime Donally

Study Finds Data Analytics Help Lower Rates of Disciplinary Action in K–12

Byte-sized Potential: Can Compassion & Citizenship Go Viral?

EPISODE 143: 10 Practical, Entertaining Ways to Teach with Mobile Devices [PODCAST]

20 Tech Tips to Shake Up Learning

The Conversation We Need To Have With Leadership

Incredible Giveaways Whether You Are at #ISTE18 or #Notatiste18

40+ Hashtags to Follow to Learn About the Latest Teaching Trends

Is a Backpack the Key to Closing the Homework Gap?

How K–12 Schools Have Adopted Artificial Intelligence

ISTE 2019: What K–12 Experts Expect from the Future of Education Technology

Are Smartphones in the Classroom a Smart Move?

How Technology Can Improve Physical Safety in Schools

A Wake Up Call For School Leaders

Student Reflection with Digital Portfolios

VR & AR in the Classroom

Computing, Cost Savings and the Cloud: The Value of Virtualization

How Edge Computing Could Benefit K–12 Classrooms

ISTE 2019: How K–12 Leaders Can Use G Suite for Professional Development

Digital Ways to Celebrate December Holidays

A Simple Teacher Habit Tracker

Essential Tech Tools for the History Class

GoGuardian Develops a New AI-Enabled Cloud Filter for K–12 Schools

Spice Up That Lecture! 20+ Ideas & Resources

Solving the curation equation: Efficient methods for collecting teaching resources

Instagram: A Student Vehicle for Social Change

How to Gamify Professional Development

K–12 Teachers Use Virtual and Augmented Reality Platforms to Teach Coding

Starlink–What is it? Why use it?

Keep Accessibility in Mind for Modern Learning Environments

10+ QR Code Activities to Inspire Curiosity and Engage Learners

Student Get to Know You Image Stickers Activity

3 Exciting Ways to Use Augmented and Virtual Reality in the K–12 Classroom

Digital Literacy Programs Prepare Students for a Tech-Enabled Future

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