ED Surge

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

as the leader in digital learning, representing the most adventurous innovations. At the very dawn of digital education, Canada introduced one of the very first learning management systems, WebCT, a pivotal application, invented at the University of British Columbia in 1997. I’ve always thought of the U.S.

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Learning Accessibility Mobile Learning EdTech 197

Cool Cat Teacher

APRIL 17, 2022

She serves as the past president of the ISTE Teacher Education Network and serves on the Leadership team of the Mobile Learning Network. At ISTE19, she received the Making IT Happen Award and a Presidential Gold Award for volunteer service to education. So that's where we start. Could you give us one of your icebreakers?

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Technology Tidbits

MARCH 31, 2015

Otus is a innovative new mobile learning system for the iPad. This is an excellent free easy to use tool that educators around the world are using to seamlessly integrate technology into their classroom. W/ the free iPad app educators can track assignments, assess students, poll, browse the web, take attendance, and more.

Mobile Learning 48

Mobile Learning Innovation Technology Education 48

Cool Cat Teacher

AUGUST 19, 2023

She encourages teachers to shift their mindset from apprehension to curiosity and eagerness to learn something new. As the landscape of education technology rapidly changes, Rachelle shares some ideas of what the future of classroom learning could look like. She is currently working on two new books for educators.

Artificial Intelligence 170

Artificial Intelligence Technology Education Education 170

Technology Tidbits

AUGUST 28, 2015

Otus is a innovative new mobile learning system for the iPad. This is an excellent free easy to use tool that educators around the world are using to seamlessly integrate technology into their classroom. W/ the free iPad app educators can track assignments, assess students, poll, browse the web, take attendance, and more.

Mobile Learning 46

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Technology Tidbits

JUNE 30, 2014

Otus is a fantastic new free learning tool for the mobile classroom. This is a innovative mobile learning environment that lets educators and students interact in a safe and easy way. Otus is a all-in-one Mobile Learning solution for the 1:1 to classroom. Below is a brief demo video.

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Mobile Learning Innovation Technology Learning 50

The Innovative Educator

JULY 7, 2016

Innovative educators who use Twitter know that it is one of the most powerful tools for learning and building your professional network. My favorite topics are student voice, the innovative educators I work with in New York City, bring your own device, education technology, mobile learning and homeschooling.

Mobile Learning 49

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Technology Tidbits

AUGUST 11, 2014

The Answer Pad the great student response system and mobile learning tool has just been updated w/ a brand new polished look. This is an excellent site/app that allows educators to turn their classroom paperless and do all testing/assessing on an iPad. assessing iPad mobile learning student response system'

Mobile Learning 52

Mobile Learning Geography Math Innovation 52

Technology Tidbits

OCTOBER 24, 2014

Otus is a innovative new mobile learning system for the iPad. This is an excellent free easy to use tool that educators around the world are using to seamlessly integrate technology into their classroom. W/ the free iPad app educators can track assignments, assess students, poll, browse the web, take attendance, and more.

Mobile Learning 45

Mobile Learning Innovation Technology Education 45

Technology Tidbits

MAY 28, 2014

Otus is a innovative new mobile learning system for the iPad. This is an excellent free easy to use tool that educators around the world are using to seamlessly integrate technology into their classroom. W/ the free iPad app educators can track assignments, assess students, poll, browse the web, take attendance, and more.

Mobile Learning 47

Mobile Learning Innovation Technology Learning 47

Technology Tidbits

APRIL 28, 2015

Otus is a innovative new mobile learning system for the iPad. This is an excellent free easy to use tool that educators around the world are using to seamlessly integrate technology into their classroom. W/ the free iPad app educators can track assignments, assess students, poll, browse the web, take attendance, and more.

Mobile Learning 44

Mobile Learning Innovation Technology Education 44

Technology Tidbits

JUNE 1, 2015

Otus is a innovative new mobile learning system for the iPad. This is an excellent free easy to use tool that educators around the world are using to seamlessly integrate technology into their classroom. W/ the free iPad app educators can track assignments, assess students, poll, browse the web, take attendance, and more.

Mobile Learning 42

Mobile Learning Innovation Technology Education 42

Technology Tidbits

JUNE 23, 2014

GoClass is a excellent free all-in-one solution for Mobile Learning or the mobile (1:1) classroom. This is an innovative way to integrate technology into the classroom by using their free app on their mobile devices. differentiated instruction flipped classroom iPad mobile learning Web 2.0'

Mobile Learning 46

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Technology Tidbits

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

Basically, it turns a classroom upside down (or on it's head) where the learning of a topic is done at home and then they applied practice or "work" is done at school. Top 15 Sites and Apps for a Flipped Learning Answer Pad - The ultimate assessment tool for teachers to use w/ their mobile devices or browser to gauge student's learning.

Learning 28

Learning Mobile Learning Math Innovation 28

Technology Tidbits

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

While there are lots of ways this can be done and lots of tools that educators can use to accomplish this, there are many sites that can help facilitate the process. Arcademics - One of my favorite sites for game based learning (K-8th grade) in a wide range of subjects.

Innovation 45

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Technology Tidbits

AUGUST 31, 2014

Otus is a innovative and free Learning Management System for the 1:1 classroom environment. Otus allows educators to use a single Google login to hand out/in assignments, track/assess/monitor/grade students, poll and browse the web, annotate, and so much more in a safe mobile environment.

Mobile Learning 48

Mobile Learning Innovation Technology Learning 48

Technology Tidbits

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

UMU is a fantastic site and mobile app (iOS/Android) for "self paced learning" and "mobile learning" that I just found out about from the innovative educator Naomi Harm. Also, UMU is a excellent way to assess an audience/students and can be used for professional development and blended learning.

Blended Learning 28

Blended Learning Mobile Learning Innovation Learning 28

Technology Tidbits

DECEMBER 4, 2014

The Answer Pad the great student response system and mobile learning tool has just been updated w/ a brand new polished look. This is an excellent site/app that allows educators to turn their classroom paperless and do all testing/assessing on an iPad. W/ tons of templates to choose from (i.e Math, Geography, etc.)

Mobile Learning 45

Mobile Learning Geography Math Innovation 45

Technology Tidbits

APRIL 29, 2014

GoClass is a amazing web tool/app for creating lessons that can done on mobile devices. This is all done through an innovative user interface where educators use the web to create their students/class/courses and then have students complete them on their mobile devices. classroom management mobile learning'

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Technology Tidbits

JULY 16, 2019

Answer Pad - A fantastic Student Response System that lets educators seamlessly assess students, differentiate instruction, and turn their classroom paperless. Answerables - An innovative cross between Learning Management System and Game Based Learning that can be integrated into any curriculum to teach any subject.

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Schooling Mobile Learning Innovation Curriculum 31

Technology Tidbits

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

As w/ the previous year''s list, more and more mobile apps are making the list as mobile learning continues to be the rising trend in education. However, that''s not to say that there isn''t a good amount of websites and Learning Management Systems showing up as well. iPads/Chromebooks). . iPads/Chromebooks).

Math 74

Math Mobile Learning Innovation Geography 74

Technology Tidbits

JUNE 2, 2020

Educators can use digital storytelling w/ almost any subject and can even "flip" their classroom by using mobile apps. 30 Sites and Apps for Digital Storytelling 30hands Learning - A fantastic user-friendly iOS app for creating a story by adding a narration to photos. This list is in alphabetical order.

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Elementary Mobile Learning Innovation Education 37

Technology Tidbits

MAY 5, 2020

This is especially useful considering schools are closed right now during the pandemic and remote learning is in effect. This list is in alphabetical order Top 20 Sites for Creating a Quiz Answer Pad - A great student response system where educators can quiz students to assess student learning in real-time.

Mobile Learning 38

Mobile Learning Innovation Learning Education 38

Technology Tidbits

JUNE 7, 2016

Buncee the award winning site for creating stunning presentations, digital stories, flipping a classroom, and much much more, has recently released their latest iPhone app that is ideal for mobile learning. Also, syncing between the Buncee mobile app and website is as seamless as possible. Below is a demo video.

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Technology Tidbits

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

This type of instruction is becoming increasingly popular as the education world shifts from the classroom to the internet ( Wikipedia )." Self-paced learning is an excellent way for students or educators to learn material at their own pace. Top 10 Tools for Self-Paced Learning Brain Pop & Brain Pop Jr. -

Learning 29

Learning Mobile Learning Construction Math 29

Technology Tidbits

MARCH 19, 2020

This type of instruction is becoming increasingly popular as the education world shifts from the classroom to the internet ( Wikipedia )." Self-paced learning is an excellent way for students or educators to learn material at their own pace. 15 Tools for Self-Paced Learning Brain Pop & Brain Pop Jr. -

Learning 37

Learning Math Mobile Learning Construction 37

Technology Tidbits

JANUARY 12, 2017

https://www.emaze.com/education/ ) BoomWriter — Using a unique collaborative writing and peer assessment platform, BoomWriter features interactive tools for fiction writing, vocabulary development, and assignments across grades 2-12 for all subject areas. Emaze is easy to use, fun for all, and will spice up any presentation.

Mobile Learning 36

Mobile Learning EdTech Publication Technology 36

Technology Tidbits

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

While there are lots of ways this can be done and lots of tools that educators can use to accomplish this, there are many sites that can help facilitate the process. BoomWriter's toolkit contains standard based rubrics, that allows for online grading, and real-time assessment so educators to differentiate instruction.

Mobile Learning 29

Mobile Learning Construction Math Innovation 29

Technology Tidbits

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

As a follow up to my recent list on Math Sites/Apps found here, I've decided to compile a list of my favorite learning tools for Reading. Again, Mobile Learning and BYOD make it easier for any student to learn any core subject, especially that of Reading. This list is in alphabetical order.

Math 38

Math Mobile Learning Innovation Education 38

Technology Tidbits

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Educators can use digital storytelling w/ almost any subject and can even "flip" their classroom by using mobile apps. 30 Sites and Apps for Digital Storytelling 30hands Learning - A fantastic user-friendly iOS app for creating a story by adding a narration to photos. This list is in alphabetical order.

Mobile Learning 30

Mobile Learning Innovation Education Education 30

Technology Tidbits

DECEMBER 7, 2015

Mobile App Top 50 Sites/Apps of 2015 * Seesaw - Excellent free mobile app (Android/iOS) for students creating digital portfolio w/ educational portal. Code Kingdoms - One of my favorite sites for learning how to program (Javascript) by drag-n-dropping blocks of code (i.e Xtranormal) by typing a script.

Math 44

Math Innovation Geography Physics 44

The Innovative Educator

JANUARY 8, 2015

As announced in the NY Daily News , the New York City Department of Education will lift the ban on cell phones and other digital devices in March. Instead of banning devices, schools will have options including: Store mobile devices in backpacks or a designated location during the school day. The research is clear.

Mobile Learning 40

Mobile Learning Accessibility Schooling Innovation 40

Technology Tidbits

FEBRUARY 9, 2014

Well, since that time mobile learning has really integrated into education and apps have been developed to accomplish this task. Timelines are often used in education to help students and researchers with understanding the order or chronology of historical events and trends for a subject.

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Technology Tidbits

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

Mobile learning and BYOD (bring your own device) is making it easier students to learn, especially in the subject of Math. 50 Math Sites and Apps 4 Dice: Fraction Games - A great iOS app for learning how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions. Kidz Page - A nice site w/ lots of fun educational Math games.

Math 28

Math Algebra Elementary Innovation 28

Technology Tidbits

AUGUST 6, 2013

While there are lots of ways this can be done and lots of tools that educators can use to accomplish this, there are many sites that can help facilitate the process. BoomWriter's toolkit contains standard based rubrics, that allows for online grading, and real-time assessment so educators to differentiate instruction.

Mobile Learning 35

Mobile Learning Construction Math Innovation 35

Technology Tidbits

APRIL 10, 2013

Educators can use digital storytelling w/ almost any subject and can even "flip" their classroom by using mobile apps. 50 Sites and Apps for Digital Storytelling 30hands Learning - A fantastic user-friendly iOS app for creating a story by adding a narration to photos. This list is in alphabetical order.

Mobile Learning 40

Mobile Learning Innovation Education Education 40

Technology Tidbits

OCTOBER 7, 2015

Otus Worksheets is the latest update from the innovative easy-to-use Learning Management System, Otus. This feature allows educators to create a assessment/worksheet for students to take inside of Otus. The questions can be T/F, multiple choice, EdPen, or short answer.

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