Technology in the Classroom stories - Page 2

As Term 2 nears, teachers can leverage the school holidays to explore the SAMR model and effectively integrate digital technologies in the classroom.

Senior educational technology lecturer wants educators to make sure they use technology for the right reasons.

Thousands of students of all levels to compete in English, mathematics and science thanks to new online competitions.

Epson's cutting-edge projectors and app revolutionise learning, promising interactive, BYOD-friendly classroom experiences.

Shrinking education budgets are limiting computer systems in schools, hindering students and teachers, says Crucial NZ.

Apple has launched its free Apple Teacher learning programme in New Zealand, offering Kiwi educators resources to optimise teaching with Apple products.

N4L has released an innovative solution to streamline the process of digital education and create more time for actual learning.

According to the Lewiston-Auburn Sun Journal, almost 90% of teachers and 74% of students preferred laptops over tablets.

Schools worldwide are adopting wearables like smartwatches and VR headsets to enhance learning, with the market projected to surpass USD $6 billion by 2020.

​It has been revealed that the large majority of teachers believe technology helps facilitate learning, however a small minority effectively use it.

Kiwi firm Cyclone named Google's APAC Partner of the Year for Devices, recognizing its expertise in meeting customers' Google needs.

Lessons in digital citizenship are crucial for students navigating the digital world, according to a new whitepaper from NetRef.

Is technology a distraction? Does it help teachers and students in their learning journeys? The debate is never ending.

New survey finds open educational resources used more in US classrooms than textbooks, according to TES Global report.

48% of UK teachers feel that technology professional development is not timely for use in the classroom, says whitepaper by Cumulus Global.

Getting more digital devices, teacher aides and supporting costs of outdoor activities could have been paid for with the charter school bonuses.

BYOD programmes in classrooms are benefiting students, as they adapt learning to the increasingly mobile nature of technology.

Personal devices are being banned in classrooms due to teacher's fears they are distracting, although many recognise they will be central to learning.

A recent Facebook poll from IAG and AMI Insurance reveals high value technology are increasingly being carried around by students.

A new study has revealed some teachers are banning personal devices for fear of distraction, despite recognising they may be central for learning.