Student+Devices

For posing questions and sharing information and thoughts about student devices.


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Alternatives to iPad 2 article from 11/14/11: http://www.androidapps.com/tech/articles/10206-the-best-tablet-alternatives-to-the-ipad-2
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Norris, C. (n.d). Using Smartphones as Essential Tools for Learning. //Educational Technology //, //51 //(3), 18-25. The writers predict that every child in every grade in every K-12 classroom in the U.S. will be using a mobile learning device (MLD) around the clock. In addition, the writers predicted that student achievement will significantly increase when students use MLDs for curricular purposes. Evidence from classrooms in Singapore to New Jersey is presented to show that MLDs matter very much in learning.

Rivero, V. (n.d). Tools for Learning: Connected and Engaged. //Internet @ Schools //, //18 //(1), 8-11. The writer observes that there has been an exponential rise of social learning platforms, mobile devices, and similar digital tools to enhance student learning. He explores current trends in online, blended, mobile, 21st-century, collaborative, and project-based areas. According to the International Association of K–12 Online Learning, online growth is upward of 30 percent per annum. He presents brief profiles of Edmodo, Glogster, and Discovery Education on iPad. A list of the top 10 apps for education, along with brief descriptions of each, is also provided.


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