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MAY 14, 2021

Good intentions to give all students access to the world’s knowledge were derailed by the cost of the websites and webtools that made that happen. Turns out — and not really a surprise — the cost of the digital devices was minor compared to the cost of the websites and webtools required to meet goals. One More Story.

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APRIL 13, 2020

The absence of the basic tech skills required to respond to questions in online testing impacts severely the student ability to share evidence of their core knowledge. Many assessment tools will fulfill that need without getting deeper into more complex tech knowledge (such as problem solving, hardware, and infrastructure).

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

More than ever, students use mobile devices to manage their assignments. Responses to a national survey indicate the manual has made a significant impact on improving educators’ knowledge about ASD and providing effective interventions for students on the spectrum. From creators of the leading math curriculum GO Math!

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FEBRUARY 13, 2019

But over-individualization can be isolating when we over-rely on digital programs that individualize curriculum and unintentionally track learners. It’s time that knowledgeable, sentient educators reclaim personalized learning as a humanized pedagogy—one that cultivates student agency and keeps equity and inclusion at the center.

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JULY 25, 2023

Computers & Mobile Devices Computers and mobile devices like smartphones and tablets are the primary way learners access the internet. Through these devices, students access web-based study tools, simulation tools, and apps where they can interact with their teachers and fellow students.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2022

Using ByteLearn, teachers can track students’ development, keep tabs on their performance, and adjust the curriculum to suit each student’s needs. One of the great things about Desmos is that it can be used on any device with an internet connection. How to decide which tool is right for you?

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APRIL 14, 2019

K–12 students have more access to the internet than ever, thanks to the multitude of personal devices at their fingertips. . With 95 percent of teenagers in possession of mobile devices, students are constantly sharing and searching through social media platforms. . Teach Students to Be Safe, Be Smart, Be Kind.

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AUGUST 13, 2015

Those details–that intimate knowledge–helped you understand what motivated them so you could differentiate instruction to reach each of them where they were. As students work, they learn how to use programs they aren’t familiar with or refresh knowledge from last year. Now, you’re starting over.

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FEBRUARY 10, 2021

I can even show them how to break the virtual keyboard on their favorite mobile device into two, making it perfect for thumbing, and then remind them that’s an alternative, not the only way. eating around devices –This is a horrible habit. By third grade, this knowledge is second nature.

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MARCH 29, 2022

Banzai is a personal finance curriculum that teaches high school and middle school students how to prioritize spending decisions through real-life scenarios and choose-your-own adventure (kind of) role playing. Students finish the program with an assessment of knowledge and certificates. Some are narrative; others games.

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AUGUST 21, 2019

I can even show them how to break the virtual keyboard on their favorite mobile device into two, making it perfect for thumbing, and then remind them that’s an alternative, not the only way. eating around devices –This is a horrible habit. By third grade, this knowledge is second nature.

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Learning Technologies Technology Learning Mobile Devices 157

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APRIL 6, 2020

Banzai is a personal finance curriculum that teaches high school and middle school students how to prioritize spending decisions through real-life scenarios and choose-. Students finish the program with an assessment of knowledge and certificates. This app works on desktops as well as mobile devices.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2017

When there’s a need for information or new skills, employees today are increasingly turning to instantly accessible sources such as search engines and online course libraries available on their mobile devices.

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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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MAY 22, 2023

Studies vary on how much knowledge students lose during the summer months–some say up to two months of reading and math skills –and results are heavily-dependent upon demographics, but the loss is real. These aren’t print–these are digital, on an iPad, a desktop, or a mobile device.

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MARCH 3, 2022

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

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JULY 15, 2021

The comprehensive, standards-aligned curriculum consists of more than 2,200 literacy skills covering topics such as identifying letters, reviewing historical fiction, organizing writing and more. With more than 4,600 standards-aligned skills, IXL Math gives students an array of opportunities to learn, practice and build lasting knowledge.

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JULY 14, 2017

Good intentions to give all students access to the world’s knowledge were derailed by the cost of the websites and webtools that made that happen. Turns out — and not really a surprise — the cost of the digital devices was minor compared to the cost of the websites and webtools required to meet goals. One More Story.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Advancements on the consumer side—where we see things like accessible mobile devices and the new digital assistants—have raised expectations in the community of individuals with disabilities who use assistive technologies at home in their daily lives. You’ve said that these technologies present both a challenge and an opportunity.

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JANUARY 15, 2020

An astounding 98 percent of children aged 8 and under have access to a tablet, mobile device or computer within their household. Where there’s a critical lack in education, we can almost certainly trace it back to a lack of professionals available to provide that knowledge.

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MARCH 20, 2018

This is from Steven Wesley, guest blogger for Ask a Tech Teacher and ESL teacher, with intimate knowledge of tech used in the classroom. More so, today’s education prioritizes mobile devices which don’t have the ability to read these mediums. As mentioned above, mobile devices are going to become essential inside the classrooms.

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APRIL 5, 2024

Another notable strategy is project-based learning, where students tackle real-world problems or tasks to apply and integrate knowledge from multiple disciplines. Similarly, textbooks serve as indispensable resources, providing structured content aligned with curriculum standards.

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OCTOBER 16, 2017

The desktop app gives access to all three in one spot while a mobile device requires the download of three different free apps. It works equally well on your desktop, laptop, Chromebook, Mac, iOS device, and mobile device and syncs between all with ease. Just pick the one best suited to your communication style.

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Mobile Devices Communication Accessibility Curriculum 84

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JANUARY 20, 2017

If you’re creating your own podcast, all you need is a digital device, a microphone, an Internet connection, and a topic you’re passionate about. The two most popular sites for creating podcasts are Audacity (for PCs) and Garageband (for Macs and mobile devices). More on multimedia in education.

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OCTOBER 23, 2019

Common practice was to assign a chapter to read in a textbook and then a worksheet to assess student knowledge. The delivery platform is YouTube making them available from desktops or mobile devices and embeddable into LMSs, websites, or anywhere that takes embeds. When I started teaching, videos were a rarity.

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Mobile Devices History Education Textbooks 84

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FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Knowledge is meant to be shared. In fact, the tool students select to share knowledge will depend upon their specific learning style. Now put yourself in the shoes of the student who is dyslexic or challenged by prose as they try to share their knowledge. Paint Studio –fully featured art tool for mobile devices.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2016

Knowledge is meant to be shared. In fact, the tool students select to share knowledge will depend upon their specific learning style. Now put yourself in the shoes of the student who is dyslexic or challenged by prose as they try to share their knowledge. Paint Studio –fully featured art tool for mobile devices.

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APRIL 5, 2018

Because more often than not, 18-24 year olds are on a mobile device rather than a computer, here are six apps that can be played from anywhere: Adventure Capitalist — With the free app, students hire employees, purchase cutting-edge upgrades, dominate the market, and attract investors to boost profits.

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JULY 15, 2019

It doesn’t get better than challenging students to learn material and then test their knowledge against the world. Lesson plans, curriculum and activities. It’s nice that many of the lessons and activities are aligned with the Code.org curriculum and Computer Science Fundamentals. with accuracy and control.

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AUGUST 24, 2018

Once setup is complete though, no sophisticated programming knowledge is required. PBworks is a customizable platform that can capture knowledge, share files, and manage projects both inside and outside of a classroom. It is easily accessed from a desktop or mobile device. Fee (with a minimal free offering).

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AUGUST 9, 2017

Because it’s web-based, it works on all platforms including mobile devices (with a downloadable app). 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. There’s no licensing fee.

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APRIL 18, 2016

Students ages 2nd grade-high school select a native list or one entered by their teacher (or created by themselves), and then play one of the ten activities that reinforce knowledge. The free web version includes lots of top-notch activities, but is limited on mobile devices. Flocabulary. Like a career.

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JULY 29, 2016

It can be managed from the website, a mobile device, or with a Chrome app or extension. share out the link and have students complete a class warm up or exit ticket to gauge knowledge or learning. Walls can also be emailed, printed, social shared, or saved as an image or PDF file. curate topic-specific links for student use.

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MAY 22, 2017

Studies vary on how much knowledge students lose during the summer months–some say up to two months of reading and math skills –and results are heavily-dependent upon demographics, but the loss is real. These aren’t print–these are digital, on an iPad, a desktop, or a mobile device. Any age: Read ebooks.

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AUGUST 13, 2018

For many, JotForm is the essential forms creation tool whether on PCs, Macs, or mobile devices. It works on most platforms and all digital devices. Exit tickets are quite similar but act more as formative assessments to measure knowledge gained from the class as a last step before they leave. Warm up and Exit Tickets.

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JANUARY 26, 2018

For those with a Google account, it is free, online, and available on all platforms and all digital devices. For many, JotForm is the gold standard for forms creation whether on PCs, Macs, or mobile devices. For those with PowerPoint 2013 and later, it is free, online, and available on all platforms and all digital devices.

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Quizzes Feedback Mobile Devices Classroom Management 90

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APRIL 4, 2019

If you have students who still hunt-and-peck, who fall behind on homework because they’re searching for the F key (or any of the other 25 letter keys), or try to “thumb” the keyboard as they do a mobile device, you know this often doesn’t work (see this article from the Washington Post on keyboarding in the classroom).

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