Tag Archives: Android

How Does Google Autocomplete EdTech Terms?

Posted on January 28, 2014 by karen mahon

Did you all see the image online about each state’s biggest stereotype, according to Google’s autocomplete feature in search? If you missed it, here’s the image from the Huffington Post.

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5 Important Questions before Giving your Child a Smart Device

Posted on November 25, 2013 by karen mahon

Today’s post comes from guest blogger Reese Jones. Reese is an IOS and android fan who loves phones and print media. Reese writes regularly for Techie Doodlers. She is also a keen footballer (for those in the US, that mean soccer!) and … Continue reading →

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Teachers LOVE Technology!

Posted on August 5, 2013 by karen mahon

Here’s a really cool infographic to kick off your week, from the folks at OnlineUniversities.com!

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What’s the Trend for Technology Use in the Classroom?

Posted on June 13, 2013 by karen mahon

A few weeks ago I met a woman who asked me about “the recent trend in pulling technology out of elementary school classrooms.” For a minute I was kind of speechless. Then I tried to explain to her that all of … Continue reading →

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My 100th Post: Balefire Labs and #EdApps

Posted on June 3, 2013 by karen mahon

I’ve been a bit off the grid this past week, so my apologies for not writing. That said, this is my 100th blog post! Wow! Thinking back to my first blog post, it’s been a really fun ride. For my … Continue reading →

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Past, Present & Future of SmartPhones…in the Classroom?

Posted on May 17, 2013 by karen mahon

Here’s a fun infographic for a Friday, originally posted on Edudemic.com. I’m fascinated by the surge in smart device use in classrooms, as you know, and for a few years I’ve been predicting (we’ll see how this works out for … Continue reading →

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My First EdCamp in Boston!

Posted on May 8, 2013 by karen mahon

This past Saturday I attended EdCamp Boston. It was the first edcamp for me and I’ll confess, I was skeptical. I’ve been to other teacher-centric events before and they’ve often felt like what I always imagined cheerleader camp would feel … Continue reading →

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Parents’ thoughts on K12 Mobile Learning!

Posted on May 2, 2013 by karen mahon

We know that smart devices and mobile learning are HOT in K12 right now. And here’s what parents have to say (we think they like it!)

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Teachers Love Technology!

Posted on April 23, 2013 by karen mahon

I really enjoyed this graphic, which originally appeared on OnlineUniversities.com, so wanted to share it with you all here. We’re making huge progress with technology in the classroom. Isn’t it awesome?

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Android Tablet Use in U.S. Schools: A Response

Posted on April 5, 2013 by karen mahon

Hey guys, last week I wrote an update about Android tablet use in US schools. Our friend and colleague, Jarrett Volzer, from TabPilot, wrote a very thoughtful and…ahem…LONG…comment on that page. I think Jarrett raises some great points and wanted … Continue reading →

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