Monthly Archives: January 2017
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Involving Everyone in Educational Technology Initiatives
When implementing an effective educational technology program, it is crucial to have all parties at the table. All segments of education of have been guilty of ... -
Will gamification be the future of education?
The world of gaming has been intertwined with the world of education for a long time. “Johnny’s test scores are suffering because he is up all ... -
School Communication Made Easy with Remind
Teachers struggle to connect with parents. Parents struggle to keep up with everything their kids have going on at school. In the past teachers have had ... -
Disengaged Students, Part 4: The Evolution of Anti-Intellectualism
In this 20-part series, I explore the root causes and effects of academic disengagement in K-12 learners and explore the factors driving American society ever closer ... -
How to Gamify Your Classroom
Social media is everywhere. Even as adults, we are always glued to our phones and goings on featured there. Students today live and breathe with social media, ... -
The Secret to Building Great EdTech Products? Teachers
From as early as calculators and laptops, to as current as SmartBoards and virtual classrooms, EdTech’s entire purpose is to serve students in the best way ... -
Buses with Broadband
While flipped classrooms and iPads for every student are fantastic ideas to increase educational opportunities, implementing these ideas in rural and low-income school districts presents challenges. ... -
How to Use Social Media in The Classroom
Social media is everywhere. Even as adults, we are always glued to our phones and goings on featured there. Students today live and breathe with social ... -
9 Questions You Should Ask Before Buying an Edtech Product
There are a lot of Edtech products on the market, and not all of them are created equal. You don’t want to be the person leaving ... -
Play video games, advance science
Scott Horowitz, University of Michigan and James Bardwell, University of Michigan Computer gaming is now a regular part of life for many people. Beyond just being ...