Spread the loveEducational technology has come a long way in the past few decades. In this essay, we will discuss some of the more popular trends in educational technology. One of the most popular trends in educational technology is the use of mobile apps in schools. Mobile apps are becoming increasingly popular in education because they allow educators to reach a large number of students in a way that is convenient for them. They can be used to deliver content, manage student data, and more. Another trend in educational technology is the use of virtual learning environments. Virtual learning environments […]

Spread the loveWhen 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 “going rogue” when implementing a new technology. We see something awesome that we know will help our school and we just go for it. Only to find out later, that there were factors that make implementation difficult or impossible. Factors that we didn’t consider.  Before you roll out your next educational technology initiative, bring the right people together. This will help your school create a solid plan to bring a new technology […]

Spread the loveIn a previous article, I showcased seven must-see educational technology concepts that teachers must stay abreast of to become more effective educators in the digital age. Those are important, but they are certainly not the only ones that are emerging in recent years. Here are some more exciting technologies to keep track of: Alternative input devices. These tools are designed to allow students with disabilities to use computers and related technology easily. Some alternative input devices include touch screens, modified keyboards, and joysticks that direct a cursor through use of body parts like chins, hands, or feet. Some […]

Spread the loveHigher education is experiencing a time of rapid change. The traditional picture of a college-aged student sitting in a large lecture hall is no longer. Students complete their education at any age, in a variety of formats, and, sometimes, from multiple institutions. A recent study by the Babson Survey Research Group as reported in US News and World Report found that approximately 5.8 million students took at least one online class in 2014. The average age of someone enrolled in higher education now is 25. This change puts the focus on educational technologies that can provide solutions for […]

Spread the loveLet’s think of your school as a breathing, living organism, and, in more ways than one, it is. This organism consists of a group of people working together toward a common goal: student education. They collaborate through interconnected systems, dependencies, and workflow, much the same way that the human body does. In the body, each system has a purpose and works toward the grand goal of keeping the body alive and functioning. In schools, technology is the same as the circulatory system. We’ll be discussing the role of technology as the circulatory system in schools throughout this article. […]