A top 10 college list that Steve Jobs would like
Steve Jobs recently championed the classic liberal arts education, even for students enamored with technology: “It’s in Apple’s DNA that technology alone is not enough — it’s technology married with...
View ArticleHow Steve Jobs would’ve fixed America’s education system
Apple founder Steve Jobs was a man of strong opinions. Before he died, Jobs gave President Obama his take on America’s public education system: “Until the teachers unions [are] broken, there [is]...
View ArticleHow the iPad is revolutionizing classrooms
Teachers and students are raving about the iPad’s effectiveness in the classroom. For example: Some teachers are digitally recording lessons and putting them on iTunes. Students then watch the lessons...
View ArticleThe students who need iPads the most
Lots of kids are begging for the iPad these days. But one group is benefiting the most from Apple’s hot tablet: Students with disabilities. Parents and teachers are finding iPads can work wonders for...
View ArticleA sneak peek: iPad 3 rumors
What will the new version of the iPad offer? A whole lot of upgrades, according to viral rumors circulating on the Internet. Here’s the latest scoop on Apple’s highly anticipated iPad 3: If leaked...
View ArticleHow did one student destroy $36K worth of tech tools?
A Pennsylvania student has been charged with institutional vandalism and criminal mischief after he destroyed about 30 school-owned MacBooks. How did the 11-year-old student ruin the school’s property?...
View ArticleAnother school ditches textbooks for tablets
The most popular tech gadget among educators keeps gaining traction. The latest: A middle school in Marysville, WA will require all 180 students use iPads at home and in the classroom this coming...
View ArticleApple finally giving schools a price break
Here’s the best news from Apple in months (and no, it’s not the new iPhone): The new, mini iPad is now available for $249, more than $250 cheaper than the least expensive iPad previously available. One...
View ArticleNew award-winning app — created by students
Just over three years ago, Apple won a trademark for “There’s an app for that.” Since then, the catch phrase has become a part of pop culture applied to many apps — regardless of whether they’re...
View ArticleA billion downloads? 10 iTunes apps worth a look
Of course you knew that more and more schools are finding ways to use technology in the classroom. But did you know Apple recently announced that iTunes U has reached a billion downloads? Apple...
View Article5 fun — and educational –websites for students
Here are five websites you’ll want to check out: And now that summer vacation is just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to introduce your students to these online tools, which may help them...
View Article20 apps for summer fun — and learning
These apps are perfect for the classroom — and also a great way to encourage students to keep learning over the summer break. Check out these apps: Lumosity Brain Trainer: Available for the iPhone,...
View ArticleTablets in class: How one school prevents problems
As more and more schools issue iPads to students, it’s important to take steps to prevent cyberbullying and other problems. Here’s what one school did: When our school decided to issue iPads to our...
View Article50 iPad apps that students love
Want to increase the educational value of iPads? Good news, there’s an app for that. Actually, here are 50 worth checking out: Must-have iPad apps include: Articles: Even though Wikipedia isn’t a...
View ArticleOops! Look what the tech trail revealed …
Students aren’t the only ones who find themselves on the hot seat in the principal’s office — and these teachers are the proof. These six teachers couldn’t save their jobs — because the tech trail...
View Article5 more creative ways to incorporate tech in the classroom
Creative educators know how to adapt technology into schools to develop better learning practices. These five examples show how technology can be incorporated into your school today: Twitter: Teachers...
View ArticleStudy reveals impact of tech tools on student writing
How do tech tools affect students’ writing? That’s what the Pew Research Center wanted to find out. For the most part, educators agree that having technology in the classroom is a good thing. Having...
View ArticleUse technology to reach out to parents: 3 ideas
When you think of technology, you might think about students. But these three examples show how tech tools can be used help keep parents in the loop, too. Check out these three real-life examples: 1.)...
View ArticleAnswering the call for technology: 4 success stories
As educational technology has evolved, students’ needs have shifted. Here’s how four schools have stepped up to the plate: Between 2003 and 2012 students found different types of problems with...
View ArticleStockpile classroom materials without spending a dime: 10 resources
As summer winds down, many teachers are starting to get ready for the upcoming school year. The biggest challenge: Stocking classrooms with necessary materials with an ever-dwindling budget. In 2010,...
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