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MARCH 29, 2016

AppSmashing — the process of combining multiple apps to create new multimedia content — encourages more creative use of mobile devices and allows teachers to gain insights into student thinking and understanding.

Mobile Devices 158

Mobile Devices Critical Thinking Communication Grades 158

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DECEMBER 2, 2020

This is why her students use Google's Applied Digital Skills , a free, video-based, online digital literacy curriculum. The capacity to manage complex tasks and projects using computers, mobile devices and other technology is given. Students today need basic digital literacy to be successful in any career or field they pursue.

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Learning Students Mobile Devices Middle School 211

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DECEMBER 7, 2021

This is so simple, you’re going to love it: Open the QR Code reader on your phone or mobile device. The recipient will automatically have it on their mobile device–no worries about losing it. To reinforce this, they offer a slew of unplugged critical thinking activities to pursue during the Hour of Code week.

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Mobile Devices Art Science Grades 167

eSchool News

OCTOBER 12, 2020

Samsung Solve for Tomorrow has become a cornerstone of my annual curriculum,” said Susan Flentie, member of the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Teachers Academy. “I Enabling People’, Solve for Tomorrow launched in 2010 to encourage innovative thinking, creative problem-solving and teamwork to address the most pressing issues impacting society.

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Problem-Based Learning STEM Mobile Devices Math 146

eSchool News

MARCH 3, 2022

The beautifully illustrated books combine effective instructional design with captivating content across all curriculum areas.

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Math Learning Mobile Devices Art 130

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NOVEMBER 23, 2019

This is so simple, you’re going to love it: Open the QR Code reader on your phone or mobile device. The recipient will automatically have it on their mobile device–no worries about losing it. IF my children are near home THEN turn on the lights. Click for more on IFTTT.

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Mobile Devices Art Grades Activities 128

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JULY 15, 2019

These automated humanoid bots often interact with users, require critical thinking and problem-solving, and grab the imagination of students in ways that makes everyone want to learn. Lesson plans, curriculum and activities. If I had a favorite, this would be it. Also available are a wide variety of lessons and activities.

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STEM Middle School Middle School Mobile Devices 117

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

By collaborating with peers, conducting research, and presenting findings, students not only acquire subject-specific skills but also develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication abilities essential for success in the 21st century. One effective teaching technique within active learning is problem-based learning (PBL).

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Teaching Textbooks Learning Styles Teaching Methods 130

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APRIL 18, 2016

Does it require sufficient critical thinking to keep the student engaged or do they get bored quickly? Does the web tool encourage higher-order thinking –creativity, evaluation, critical thinking, problem solving? The free web version includes lots of top-notch activities, but is limited on mobile devices.

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Reading Mobile Devices Critical Thinking Quizzes 109

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NOVEMBER 28, 2018

This is so simple, you’re going to love it: Open the QR Code reader on your phone or mobile device. The recipient will automatically have it on their mobile device–no worries about losing it. IF my children are near home THEN turn on the lights. Click for more on IFTTT.

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Mobile Devices Art Grades Activities 113

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Last summer, when I was working for ThinkCERCA, which helps students develop critical thinking skills through reading and writing, the edtech startup was facing a big decision: should it try and break into the lucrative Chinese market? The school’s Wi-Fi is exclusive to teachers, and any use of mobile devices is banned.

Mobile Devices 118

Mobile Devices English Exams Testing 118

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DECEMBER 4, 2019

The app building process requires creativity, innovation, critical thinking, and problem-solving — all fundamental to success in lots of jobs. Code HS (an app building curriculum). Thunkable (a curriculum). Teachers can access a curriculum and resources for teaching. App Inventor. MS/HS; free.

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Students Mobile Devices High School High School 103

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FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Paint Studio –fully featured art tool for mobile devices. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-8 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum. This tool enhances an existing drawing rather than creating new ones.

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Writing Learning Styles Art Mobile Devices 92

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FEBRUARY 19, 2016

Paint Studio –fully featured art tool for mobile devices. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-8 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum. This tool enhances an existing drawing rather than creating new ones.

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Writing Learning Styles Art Students 90

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DECEMBER 3, 2019

This is so simple, you’re going to love it: Open the QR Code reader on your phone or mobile device. The recipient will automatically have it on their mobile device–no worries about losing it. IF my children are near home THEN turn on the lights. Click for more on IFTTT.

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Grades Mobile Devices Art Activities 97

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DECEMBER 6, 2021

Coding Curriculum. Ted-ED Think Like A Coder –a 10-episode cartoon-based series to teach kids about coding in a game format. Animatron –design and publish animated and interactive content that plays everywhere, from desktop computers to mobile devices. Codespace –coding curriculum. Game Salad. Jotform App Builder.

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Grades Mobile Devices STEM Math 166

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DECEMBER 6, 2023

She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum. Here’s the sign-up link if the image above doesn’t work: [link] Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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Grades Activities Mobile Devices Middle School 163

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DECEMBER 6, 2022

Coding Curriculum. Ted-ED Think Like A Coder –a 10-episode cartoon-based series to teach kids about coding in a game format. Animatron –design and publish animated and interactive content that plays everywhere, from desktop computers to mobile devices. Codespace –coding curriculum. Game Salad.

Grades 158

Grades Activities Mobile Devices Middle School 158

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

In addition to sessions and presentations, edtech companies made major announcements and launched new products aimed at everything from network security and communication to digital portfolios and mobile devices. Related content: Can’t-miss sessions at TCEA 2020.

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Mobile Devices Math Learning Styles Assignments 143

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DECEMBER 5, 2020

Coding Curriculum. Animatron –design and publish animated and interactive content that plays everywhere, from desktop computers to mobile devices. Codespace –coding curriculum. App Inventor –build Android apps on a smartphones; from MIT. Game Salad. Glide –create an app from a spreadsheet. Everyone Can Code –from Apple.

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Grades Mobile Devices STEM Math 120