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Brush Ninja is an animated GIF maker that is suitable for kids and students of all ages. Using the platform’s integrated tools (e.g., brushes, colours, marker, pencil, etc), students can draw their own animations and share them with others. The …

This article discusses the changing context of education brought about by technology and the COVID pandemic and its implications for teachers and teacher education. Specifically, the article argues that technological changes have made instruction much less important for teachers because …

If you find yourself mindlessly picking up your phone all day long, it’s a sign you need to reframe its purpose, says this expert.

https://www.fastcompany.com/90790459/want-to-stop-endlessly-scrolling-on-your-phone-do-this…

Immersive, interactive technologies are changing the way we learn, teach and conduct research and the Center for Immersive Experiences — CIE — is helping prepare the Penn State community to take advantage of the opportunities emerging from this brave new …

Tech experts recommend specific ways you can ensure your phone’s data is as safe as possible — and many times they start with turning off specific Wifi settings. This is the Wifi setting you should always have turned off.

https://www.shefinds.com/collections/wifi-setting-have-off-security/#slide-1…

Kapwing is the Swiss army knife of creativity. It offers a suite of powerful features that allows you to create stunning videos and visuals including video editing, meme making, screen recording, video converting, background removal, captions adding, and many more. …

Whiteboard apps are a great way to collaborate with others online. Here are some of the best whiteboard apps for Windows 10.

https://www.makeuseof.com/windows-whiteboard-programs/…

Autoframing via an ultra-wide lens, Show Mode for top-down demos, and a $129 price tag, just in time for the hybrid era of work.

https://www.zdnet.com/article/logitechs-new-brio-505-webcam-is-smarter-and-cheaper-than-the-competition/…

Teachers everywhere are under pressure to do more than ever before. But these days, they’re pushing back, demanding the work-life balance they deserve. That’s why we love these productivity tools for teachers. They’ll help you manage your time, plan more …

Antivirus suites protect you from malware, but they have their disadvantages too. So do you need an antivirus on computers and smartphones?

https://www.makeuseof.com/do-you-need-antivirus-protection/…

In the list below I share some of the best academic search engines that are viable alternatives to Google Scholar. Whether you are a student researcher, a budding scholar, or an established educator, these Google Scholar alternatives will empower you …

With new gadgets and devices useful to educators constantly being released, technology is doing its bit to help achieve just that. Classes can be structured more efficiently, and content can be more engaging. Here are the most useful tech gadgets …

Multiverse has been granted new Degree Awarding Powers, giving us the ability to issue Multiverse Degrees – and greatly expand our offering as a truly outstanding alternative to university.

https://www.multiverse.io/en-GB/blog/introducing-multiverse-degrees…

We have more tools to record and share videos than ever before. With the tap of an app or click of a link, you and your students can be making videos to tell stories, teach lessons, or to simply entertain. …

Besides video conferencing tools, the star of digital whiteboards is also rising due to this hybrid mode of instruction. According to experts with an Advanced Master’s Degree in Implementation of Educational Projects, Robotics and 3D Printing, digital whiteboards can be …