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Teach with Your iPhone: Apps to Use in the Classroom

Monica BurnsJune 10, 2013

Tags Classroom Technology, Media Literacy, Mobile Learning, Technology Integration, All Grades

You don't need a class set of netbooks or iPads to integrate technology into your daily instruction. There are some fantastic, free iPhone apps that are perfect for teachers who are looking to change up their daily routine. These apps can make everyday tasks easier, simplify what you're already doing, and maybe just inspire others to make an investment in technology at your school.

What Do Parents Think About Mobile Learning?

Anne OBrienMay 29, 2013

Tags Mobile Learning, Parental Involvement, All Grades

Mobile devices are coming to school.The Learning First Alliance (where I am deputy director) and Grunwald Associates, with support from AT&T, recently released Living and Learning with Mobile Devices, which examines parents' attitudes towards mobile devices as learning tools.

Introducing Mobile Technology Into Your Classroom: Structures and Routines

Monica BurnsApril 10, 2013

Tags 1:1 Implementation, Best Practices, Classroom Management, Mobile Learning, Technology Integration

It can be intimidating to try something new in your classroom. This is especially true with technology. I believe that technology should make the work of teachers easier while creating an environment that excites and engages students. Even though I'm coming from an iPad classroom, these structures and routines are great for introducing all one-to-one devices.

Personalized Learning Resources for Mobile Educators

Dr. Joe MazzaFebruary 6, 2013

Tags Media Literacy, Mobile Learning, Teacher Development, Technology Integration

I have a 45-minute commute to Knapp Elementary School each morning. Aside from sipping on my coffee, I'll tune into Philly sports radio, some Mumford & Sons or maybe even some local news. However, in December, my commute took a more reflective turn when I discovered an edu-podcast called #EdChat Radio that is now helping me think deeper in a quiet space away from the presence of students, teachers, parents and community members. As an educator and learner, making time to reflect on where your learning community is hitting or missing the mark is invaluable.

Five Reasons I Love Using QR Codes in My Classroom

Monica BurnsJanuary 23, 2013

Tags 1:1 Implementation, Classroom Technology, Media Literacy, Mobile Learning, Technology Integration

There are so many tools that educators can use to get students interested and engaged in their work. Like most teachers today, I integrate technology into my instruction everyday. I'm lucky to work in a school with one-to-one technology and use iPads with my students throughout every school day. That makes it easy to use QR codes in my classroom -- and there are many reasons I love using QR codes!

Kicking A Digital Addiction: What Happens When Students Must Unplug

Bill SmootDecember 21, 2012

Tags Mobile Learning, , Student Engagement, Technology Integration

When I explained the assignment, the classroom erupted in cries and groans. Students in my sophomore “The Individual and Society” course were to spend 48 hours, from 7:00 p.m. Friday to 7:00 p.m. Sunday, without electronic media. The course examines the relationship between the individual and society in three modes: politics, economics, and culture. This was an assignment during the third mode, and we were exploring how electronic media shape an individual’s relation to the larger culture.

Using Technology to Reach Unreachable Students

Ben JohnsonDecember 10, 2012

Tags 1:1 Implementation, Mobile Learning, All Grades

The iPad made a transformation in John's learning demeanor. Where once his attitude blared, "I dare you to teach me!" now it screams, " Teach me more!" Wouldn't that be a great story to be able to tell? It would be solid proof that technology transforms learning and teaching (this is the motto of our school this year). Unfortunately, these types of examples are rare. What we have typically seen up to now with the computer revolution, is a temporary interest piqued by an engaging program or computer game, but then followed by a general disinterest.

Practical Tips for Mobile Learning in the PBL Classroom

Andrew MillerOctober 30, 2012

Tags Best Practices, Classroom Technology, Mobile Learning, Project-Based Learning, Technology Integration

Given the number of technology tools being used by educators and students, it's no wonder that mobile technologies and mobile learning are being explored in various implementations. From data collection tools to mobile phones, students are learning at school and on their own.

Remember, however, that technology is a tool for learning, so we still need to focus on models that provide engaging uses for these tools. Project-based learning can pair well with tenets and best practices for mobile learning to create intention and flexible contexts for learning.

Mobile Learning Support for New Teachers

Lisa Michelle DabbsOctober 10, 2012

Tags 1:1 Implementation, Best Practices, Mobile Learning, Technology Integration

The mobile learning revolution is alive and growing in popularity every day. When schools move toward mobile learning in the classroom, they can take advantage of electronic devices such as tablets and cell phones that offer portability and ease of use. Mobile learning technologies can offer teachers a flexible approach to learning with their students in a variety of locations, and encourage this learning to continue at home.

Dispelling the Myths About 1:1 Environments

Andrew MarcinekOctober 5, 2012

Tags 1:1 Implementation, Classroom Technology, Mobile Learning, Technology Integration

In my last post, I shared what we learned last year during our 1:1 iPad and Google Apps for Education launches. In this post, I’d like to dispel myths about 1:1 environments. My assertions are not based on opinion, but on evidence directly observed in secondary classrooms at Burlington High School and from the students that traverse these halls daily. Our school launched 1,000-plus iPads last year, and we're starting our second year with the device in the hands of all students and teachers.