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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.

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Cybersecurity to Be Taught to K-8 students across North America for Free

eSchool News

As critical as it is that children learn about cyber safety early on, teachers often lack the resources to help their students. This has become more critical as students use laptops, mobile devices, and home computers routinely. As students play Cyber Legends, reports appear in the teacher dashboard.

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Blended Learning: Designing a Whole Group Rotation with StudySync

Catlin Tucker

Given that an increasing number of students have access to devices in their classrooms, thanks to 1:1 initiatives and mobile device carts, it is not necessary to send students to a lab, or separate space, for online learning. Allow students the opportunity to control both the pace and path of their learning.

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4 apps for students’ personal growth and mental health

eSchool News

Apps can be a valuable resource for educators who have access to mobile devices and who want to engage students with digital resources. The editors of Common Sense Education review and rate apps for students of all ages. The editors of Common Sense Education review and rate apps for students of all ages.

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9 handy apps every teacher should try

eSchool News

Try these offerings for assignment grading, classroom management, and more, which every teacher will love. Many teachers love their mobile devices as much as their students — maybe more. Some apps, naturally, are must-have for busy educators.

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Why cellphones belong in our classrooms

eSchool News

As the principal of Hudson High School of Learning Technologies in Manhattan, I know firsthand how cellphones can both help students stay in touch in today’s world and how they can be a valuable teaching and learning tool in the school setting. As NYC lifts its infamous cellphone ban, one local principal sees nothing but possibilities.

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3 steps we’re taking to ensure true digital equity

eSchool News

Across the nation, school districts are investing in one-to-one computing programs and supplying digital devices for their students to use as learning tools. While these tools can be very empowering, giving each child a device isn’t enough to close the digital opportunity gap that exists between students of varying economic means.