Anytime, Anyplace, Anywhere: Mobile Learning on the Rise
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EdTech News Roundup: Competition for Virtual Students, QR Codes in Higher Ed, and Textbook Rentals on the Kindle
In this week’s EdTech News Roundup, read articles about competition for virtual students, social media’s place in the classroom, QR codes in higher education, and more. 1. Competing for the Virtual Student As the for-profit sector gets into the virtual school business, public schools focus their attention on attracting online …
EdTech Tweets You May Have Missed: Google+ Education Potential, Dropouts & the Economy, 21st Century Humanities
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EdTech News Roundup: High Stakes Online Testing, Apps to Treat Autism, and Khan Academy’s Future
In this week’s EdTech News Roundup, read about the future of standardized testing, News Corp.’s future in edtech, and how Khan Academy is changing education. 1. High Stakes Online Testing: Coming Soon As dissatisfaction with “fill in the bubble” standardized tests grows among parents and teachers, the federal government is …
10 Inspirational Quotes for EdTech-Friendly Teachers
If you’re a teacher — especially one trying to integrate educational technology into your classroom — you’re probably aware of the challenges of the job. Tight budgets, inflexible administration, overcrowded classrooms… the list goes on. Even with all the day-to-day struggles, it’s important to keep the big picture in mind. …
EdTech Tweets You May Have Missed: Classroom Microblogging, Why Teachers Love Blended Learning, and Great Tech Expectations
In this week’s edition of EdTech Tweets, check out articles about cheating, blended learning, crossword puzzles, and more! [View the story "10 Edtech Tweets You May Have Missed This Week" on Storify]
Must-Follow EdTech Tumblrs: In the Cloud, The EdTech Tumble Zone, EdTech SandyK
In this post, read about three more must-follow edtech tumblrs from educational technology enthusiasts and professionals. Miss our first post in this series? Check it out here. 1. In the Cloud Gwen Mueller, the blogger behind “In the Cloud,” describes herself as an “IT professional, strategist, creative thinker, gamer, [and] …
EdTech News Roundup: Wikipedia in Academia, College for Free, and Kids Predict the Future of Technology
In this week’s EdTech News Roundup, read articles about job help via Twitter, West Virginia’s plans to switch to online textbooks, Wikipedia’s partnerships with educators, and more. Image from eSchoolNews 1. Kids Predict the Future of Technology A recent study found that “kids ages 12 and under are predicting that …
EdTech Tweets You May Have Missed: Mobile Learning Trends, Best Blogs in Digital Humanities, and the Disruptive Forces in Higher Ed
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4 Ways to Use Storify in the Classroom
Put down the dioramas; file away that mimeographed book report assignment. Why not give students an assignment that not only hones their writing skills, but also provides plenty of opportunity for creativity and critical thinking, helps develop communication skills, and requires an understanding of social media? Try Storify, a free …
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