eSchool News

JANUARY 13, 2025

Well see more and more high-quality digital resources, co-created with and for youth, most of which they can access anytime, for free, on their phones or other mobile devices. Even though technology has become embedded in todays workplace, soft skills are critical to succeed, and young people need to practice using them.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 18, 2018

Apps are fun and engaging tools for educators who have access to mobile devices and who want to use digital resources with students. It can be used in math class or as a critical thinking lesson. Magnus Kingdom of Chess : Gentle chess puzzle game ideal for young newbies.

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eSchool News

APRIL 19, 2023

Since more than 90 percent of teens have access to smartphones and mobile devices, ASA’s suite of digital experiences provides an equitable way to ensure all youth can explore career possibilities that match their interests — as early as middle school – and test and try in high school.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Mobile devices are becoming increasingly common in schools because they cost so much less than computers—especially since so many students are willing to bring their own devices to school. Another advantage of having students compose their written work on mobile devices is the ability to save and organize work.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Like all Go Direct sensors, Go Direct Static Charge connects via Bluetooth ® wireless technology to any mobile device, Chromebook , or computer with either the Vernier Graphical Analysis or the Vernier Graphical Analysis Pro apps.

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eSchool News

MAY 10, 2023

In the era of mobile devices and tablets, interactivity has become the norm for schoolchildren. In addition, gamification can improve student skills such as active learning, problem-solving, and critical thinking. It also helps students enhance teamwork and collaboration.

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eSchool News

MAY 13, 2016

Creative approaches to critical thinking and problem-solving will prove invaluable as jobs continue to evolve and focus on social skills, according to the report. . Next page: Three key opportunities for stakeholders.

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eSchool News

MARCH 5, 2021

The new lab book features a range of investigations—including “Cooking Under Pressure,” “My Flat Soda Pop,” “True Colors: Separating Food Dyes,” and “Quantifying Iron in Cereal”—that all use easily accessible materials found in most homes and use affordable wireless sensors that can be used with any mobile device, Chromebook , or computer.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

For The Win Robotics focuses on fostering critical thinking and lifelong curiosity through the power of experiential STEM and computer science education through drone technology. From corporate organizations to educational institutions, the increasing number of connected mobile devices introduces security risks to users and networks.

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eSchool News

APRIL 22, 2015

They’ve always lived in a world with mobile devices and the Internet. Some of the core competencies of 21 st Century Learning are critical thinking, understanding and communicating ideas, and producing high quality work. Your students are digital natives.

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eSchool News

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.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 22, 2020

With Wi-Fi wireless connectivity, students can collect and share data with multiple devices—including computers, Chromebooks, or mobile devices running Vernier Graphical Analysis —for a hands-on, collaborative learning experience.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2021

Like all Go Direct sensors, Go Direct Platinum-Cell Conductivity connects via Bluetooth ® wireless technology to any Chromebook , computer, or compatible mobile device with either the Vernier Graphical Analysis or the Vernier Graphical Analysis Pro app.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Communication : present complex information in a more digestible and engaging manner Collaboration : facilitate collaborative thinking Here are some online tools you might like: Bubbl.us A multi-device collaboration tool.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 7, 2020

The Go Direct Weather System connects directly to any mobile device, Chromebook , or computer using the new Vernier Graphical Analysis Pro or the free Vernier Graphical Analysis app. Instructor information and student instructions for select experiments utilizing the system are also available to educators as a free download.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 13, 2018

If students understand what it takes to publish verified and trustworthy content, they can apply critical thinking to any kind of media that they consume. The proliferation of mobile devices and high-speed Wi-Fi have made videos a common outlet for information-sharing.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 2, 2020

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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eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2021

Available as a 30-day free trial and for a site-license subscription, Vernier Video Analysis enables students to use their Chromebook or another mobile device to insert a video with recorded motion and mark points to track the object in motion.

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eSchool News

JUNE 1, 2016

Recognizing that an increasing number of students juggle family and job responsibilities, this new product gives students the ability to work in brief “bursts” of problem-solving and critical thinking exercises, breaking lessons into 15-minute blocks.

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eSchool News

APRIL 1, 2016

13 apps that promote higher-order thinking standards. The Wayback Machine is a reference tool for the internet Age as basic as a dictionary. When was the last time you saw a student use it? Here are a handful of high-quality apps that reinforce these skills and promote others. Texas district upgrades fiber optic network.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 12, 2020

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. Today, the competition fosters critical thinking and creative problem solving, anchored in problem-based learning.

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eSchool News

MARCH 3, 2022

Some of Rubicon’s notable products include: MathUP — Featuring a web-based platform suitable for computers, interactive whiteboards, and mobile devices, this fully-online instructional program builds teachers’ knowledge and understanding, resulting in higher quality math teaching and learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

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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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

Most classrooms have access to at least one computer or mobile device, and 77% of school districts have high speed broadband. Our nation’s employers report that creativity and critical thinking are the most valuable skills an employee can have. For many schools, this isn’t for lack of technology.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

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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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.

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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. Another highly effective technique is inquiry-based learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

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 114

Ask a Tech Teacher

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. With this add-on, students can create their own works of art by programming Dash from their mobile device to draw on the floor mat?—?with

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Ask a Tech Teacher

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 110

Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 4, 2019

The app building process requires creativity, innovation, critical thinking, and problem-solving — all fundamental to success in lots of jobs. Students do need to set up their mobile device to run the app. Here’s a quick video tutorial on the basic app, Talk To Me : Code HS: Mobile Apps.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

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

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Paint Studio –fully featured art tool for mobile devices. Here are five excellent online drawing tools: Lunapic –filters, animations, quick editing and more. This tool enhances an existing drawing rather than creating new ones. Pixlr –fully-featured art tool that works on the web or iPads.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 19, 2016

Paint Studio –fully featured art tool for mobile devices. Here are five excellent online drawing tools: Lunapic –filters, animations, quick editing and more. This tool enhances an existing drawing rather than creating new ones. Pixlr –fully-featured art tool that works on the web or iPads.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 29, 2017

Their visions promote the potential of computing devices to facilitate all of those elements we now think of as essential 21st-century capacities: confidence, curiosity, enthusiasm, passion, critical thinking, problem-solving, and self-direction.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 6, 2021

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. Tree House. Hour of Code. Miscellaneous. Basics of Coding –from AT&T. BrainPop coding games.

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Grades Mobile Devices STEM Math 167

Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 6, 2023

I’ll start this list with web-based options, by grade level (click the grade you teach) and then continue with a mash-up: Kindergarten 1st grade 2nd grade 3rd grade 4th grade 5th grade HS Apps BeeBop –based on the Beebop floor robot–free Cargo-Bot —logic iPad game Cato’s Hike (K+) Codea (Perfect for Intermediate+) Daisy the Dinosaur —intro (..)

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