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The latest news related to the meaningful and effective implementation of educational technology and e-learning in K-12, higher education, corporate and government sectors.
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Class, Turn On Your Cell Phones: It’s Time to Text | MindShift

Class, Turn On Your Cell Phones: It’s Time to Text | MindShift | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it

Classrooms can use the service to take quick polls and quizzes, filter messages, get news updates, take notes, and organize group study — all in real time.


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August 29, 2011 3:55 PM
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Millennials: A Portrait of Generation Next – Pew Research Center

Millennials: A Portrait of Generation Next – Pew Research Center | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it
A series of reports by the Pew Research Center exploring the behaviors, values and opinions of teens and twenty-somethings.

Via Ana Cristina Pratas
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August 29, 2011 3:47 PM
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8 Tips for Managing eLearning Projects Successfully | Custom ...

8 Tips for Managing eLearning Projects Successfully | Custom ... | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it
What are your favorite tips for managing eLearning projects better? As a project manager on an eLearning project, here are a few back-to-the-basics tips.
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August 29, 2011 3:41 PM
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How Technology Must Change Education

"When it comes to new technology adoption in the classroom, it’s almost always a good thing. We prize innovation when it comes to gadgets. I can’t think of a single technological advancement that hasn’t been good for students. But we seem to have a built-in resistance to structural innovation." http://edudemic.com/2011/08/changing-educational-landscape/

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August 28, 2011 8:26 PM
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Follow the Educational Technology Program at UT-Brownsville on Twitter at EDTC@UTB

Follow the Educational Technology Program at UT-Brownsville on Twitter at EDTC@UTB | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it

"The Educational Technology Program at The University of Texas at Brownsville offers ONLINE Doctoral, Masters, & Undergraduate courses in Educational Technology. We tweet about all things relating to technology education."

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August 28, 2011 10:48 AM
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7 in 10 Students Have Skipped Buying a Textbook Because of Its Cost - Students - The Chronicle of Higher Education

7 in 10 Students Have Skipped Buying a Textbook Because of Its Cost - Students - The Chronicle of Higher Education | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it

"For many students and their families, scraping together the money to pay for college is a big enough hurdle on its own. But a new survey has found that, once on a campus, many students are unwilling or unable to come up with more money to buy books—one of the very things that helps turn tuition dollars into academic success."

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August 28, 2011 10:43 AM
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Using a Blog in an Independent Study

Using a Blog in an Independent Study | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it

"As the new academic year starts, many faculty members may be beginning or continuing independent studies with students. They’re a great way for students to pick up specialized knowledge or research experience, but they can sometimes be a bit of a pedagogical afterthought."

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August 28, 2011 10:34 AM
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e-Learning Benefits – Top 10 Reasons to Adopt Online Learning ...

Get rid of social distractions – e-Learning offers you the flexibility to study where by you want but make sure you don't study wherever the place you will end up distracted. This could involve loud spots or before the T.V.
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August 28, 2011 10:29 AM
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The verdict is in - social networking is good! - iProgrammer

The verdict is in - social networking is good! - iProgrammer | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it
The verdict is in - social networking is good!
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August 28, 2011 10:26 AM
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How schools are using mobile technology for the next wave of learning

How schools are using mobile technology for the next wave of learning | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it
We take a look at how schools are using mobile technology to help students learn. Whether it's through apps, devices or content, mobile is in.

Via Dr. Susan Bainbridge
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August 28, 2011 10:24 AM
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4 Ways Mobile Tech Is Improving Education

4 Ways Mobile Tech Is Improving Education | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it
With Internet in the palm of our hands, educators are looking to mobile as the next big tool for schools.

Via Dr. Susan Bainbridge
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August 28, 2011 10:23 AM
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Social Media: Are You Everywhere But Nowhere?

Social Media: Are You Everywhere But Nowhere? | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it
I believe that social networking sites play a vital role in your career, and that to remain forward-looking and modern appearing in your approach, you MUST be visible on the media channels.

Via Dr. Susan Bainbridge
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August 28, 2011 10:22 AM
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Twitter 101: What do all the Twitter abbreviations mean?

Twitter 101: What do all the Twitter abbreviations mean? | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it
  Twitter abbreviations: don't overuse them
When you start using Twitter, squeezing your thoughts into 140 characters is a challenge.

Via Dr. Susan Bainbridge
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August 29, 2011 3:56 PM
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Free National Educational Technology Standards Poster for Teachers

Free National Educational Technology Standards Poster for Teachers | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it
FREE motivational poster for Teachers as a visual reminder of the ways we need to enable our students to succeed in today's digital society.

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August 29, 2011 3:53 PM
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The Digital Revolution and Higher Education - Pew Research Center

The Digital Revolution and Higher Education - Pew Research Center | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it
As online college courses are becoming more prevalent, the public is skeptical about their educational value. Only 29% of Americans say online classes are equal in value to classes taken in person.

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IOEDU's comment September 2, 2011 11:43 AM
Since most instituions pursue O.I. as a means of cost cutting (text based presentations w/o instructor/mentor inter-activity) it is no wonder the public perceived this in a critical light. My company IOE, Inc. offers Live instruction with a certified content specialist for secondary educational institutions. We seek to mirror the traditional brick and mortar classroom rather than obliterate it. Pleas efeel free to comeent or contact me at judeobsc12@gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @IOEDU.
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Educators Remain "Old-School" When It Comes To Media Consumption: School Administrators Indicate Print Media Still Their Most Trusted Information Source, While Online News and Social Medi...

Educators Remain "Old-School" When It Comes To Media Consumption: School Administrators Indicate Print Media Still Their Most Trusted Information Source, While Online News and Social Medi... | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it
Traditional print media stays strong in education. Can you track print, online, and social media in the same place?
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August 29, 2011 3:37 PM
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15 Ways to Give Your E-Learning Skills a Tune-Up - Articulate – Word of Mouth Blog

15 Ways to Give Your E-Learning Skills a Tune-Up - Articulate – Word of Mouth Blog | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it
15 Ways to Give Your E-Learning Skills a Tune-Up http://ow.ly/6f54L #elearning...
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August 28, 2011 3:07 PM
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» iPad, I Saw, I Waited: The State of E-Textbooks

» iPad, I Saw, I Waited: The State of E-Textbooks | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it
If you’re looking for a textbook example of technology obstruction by the media industry, look no further than e-textbooks.
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August 28, 2011 10:46 AM
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University of Texas Adopts Plan to Publish Performance Data on Professors and Campuses - Faculty - The Chronicle of Higher Education

University of Texas Adopts Plan to Publish Performance Data on Professors and Campuses - Faculty - The Chronicle of Higher Education | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it

"The University of Texas system's Board of Regents unanimously approved a sweeping plan on Thursday that responds to calls for more transparency about the performance of its campuses and spends $243.6-million to raise four-year graduation rates, expand the use of technology, and improve efficiency throughout the system."

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Why social networking is not the death of our education system, but ...

Why social networking is not the death of our education system, but ... | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it
The National Literacy Trust has recently released the findings of a study which highlight shifts in reading patterns for children, as they abandon boo.
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August 28, 2011 10:32 AM
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Infographic: Blended Learning: A Disruptive Innovation #edtech #elearning

Check out this in-depth infographic all about Blended Learning. Learn what it is, why it's spreading, and how it works in real and virtual classrooms.
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August 28, 2011 10:27 AM
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Schools put iPad, apps to use to help special-needs students

Schools put iPad, apps to use to help special-needs students | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it

Anthony Leuck of Berkeley is used to communicating in ways that aren't quite conventional. The 18-year-old has an undiagnosed disorder that makes speech and muscle control extremely difficult.

Via Dr. Susan Bainbridge
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August 28, 2011 10:25 AM
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Flashy, but No Flash is a Problem: How Tablets are Affecting E-Learning

Flashy, but No Flash is a Problem: How Tablets are Affecting E-Learning | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it

How will eLearning suppliers deal with no Adobe on iPads?


Via Dr. Susan Bainbridge
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August 28, 2011 10:24 AM
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Class Of 2011: If Social Media Were a High School - Who are you?

Class Of 2011: If Social Media Were a High School - Who are you? | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it
From the jocks to the geeks to the band nerds, even the vast world of social media comes with its own stereotypes and teenage angst.

Via Dr. Susan Bainbridge
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August 28, 2011 10:23 AM
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What if the Moon Landing Occurred in the Age of Social Media

What if the Moon Landing Occurred in the Age of Social Media | Educational Technology News | Scoop.it
Yesterday was the 42nd anniversary of the first moon walk and today Atlantis returns home, signaling the end of the NASA Space Shuttle Program.

Via Dr. Susan Bainbridge
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