Tag Archives: IPhone

30 Minutes Off the Grid

Posted on January 17, 2014 by karen mahon

How many of you, like me, feel lost without your phone? Honestly, sometimes I feel like my iPhone is just an extension of my arm. It’s with me everywhere I go (yes, I even take it in the bathroom…too much … Continue reading →

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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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Only Two of the Top 10 EdApps in iTunes are Worth Buying

Posted on August 28, 2013 by karen mahon

This blog post originally appeared on the Balefire Labs blog. A lot of teachers and parents we talk to have told us that when they are trying to find apps for their kids they look at the Top Charts in … Continue reading →

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HUGE News! Find the Best Educational Apps NOW!

Posted on August 8, 2013 by karen mahon

Today’s the day we’ve all been waiting for, so I hope you’ll forgive my overflowing giddiness! Yes, today, my new business, Balefire Labs, launches!! Parents and teachers, we can help you find the educational apps that provide the best instruction … 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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EdTech Reviews: What is an “Objective” Criterion?

Posted on July 6, 2013 by karen mahon

For most people this will probably be an incredibly boring post. You’ve been warned. For others, like me, who are very concerned with language in science, and precision of language, this is the post for you. I’ve always described our … 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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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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