So while last year’s list of learning technology trends to watch in 2011 is still viable, there are new and important learning trends to follow and explore this year. Here are the ones that stand out to me (in alphabetical …
7 Mistakes Made By ICT Co-Ordinators
So, you’ve landed a great new job, an important one at that, as an ICT Co-ordinator or Technology Co-ordinator. But in your eagerness to make an impact, are you making some fundamental mistakes? Here’s a quick guide about whatnot to …
It is Time For Schools to Seriously Consider BYOT
As society continues to move forward in terms of innovation, technology, and global connectivity, schools are being stymied by relentless cuts to education. This is why the time is now for districts and schools to seriously consider developing a Bring …
Embracing Continuous Improvement with EdTech
Just as a teacher has to re-think his or her classroom structure to incorporate a new element such as guided reading or math manipulatives, a teacher trying to incorporate and truly integrate technology in the classroom must reflect, fail and …
Top 5 Tech Advancements Changing the Face of Education
There is no doubt that technology has become heavily integrated into our everyday lives. Education has also been heavily influenced by the integration of technology as it is fast becoming the only way to reach students. There have been several …
Presentation of the Week: Digital tools to create a knowledge ecosystem for learning and research
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Integrating online resources into your teaching
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Top 10 Educational Videos of 2011
Another year is coming to a close. And with the New Year approaching, it’s a great time to reflect on topics and issues that impacted our learning in 2011.
http://edreach.us/2011/11/28/top-10-educational-videos-of-2011/…
What is the Effect of Technology Training for Teachers on Student Achievement?
This paper discusses the importance of teacher training in technology. One important question is looked at, specifically; does training in technology lead to increased student achievement?
How to Engage Students with Wireless Tech
When technology is integrated in the curriculum, there’s a direct correlation in improving students’ achievement.
http://www.eschoolnews.com/2011/11/15/how-to-engage-students-with-wireless-tech/…
Presentation of the Week: Educational Values in a Digital Age
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17 Signs Your Classroom is Behind the Times
Check these signs and see if your classroom is behind the times.
http://blog.simplek12.com/education/17-signs-your-classroom-is-behind-the-times/…
My Teacher Is an App
More kids than ever before are attending school from their living rooms, bedrooms and kitchens. The result: A radical rethinking of how education works.
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970204358004577030600066250144.html…
Top 100 Tools for Learning 2011
This year’s list is compiled from the Top 10 Tools lists of 531 learning professionals worldwide – from education, training and workplace learning.
Presentation of the Week: Top 100 Tools for Learning 2011
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