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13 Websites That Provide Lots of Digital Books for Summer Reading

Ask a Tech Teacher

Good intentions to give all students access to the world’s knowledge were derailed by the cost of the websites and webtools that made that happen. Books can be read online or on most mobile devices. You can read them online, on a mobile device, or download them. Access this catalog via the website. Open Library.

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Summer Reading Online

Ask a Tech Teacher

Books can be read online or on most mobile devices. You can read them online, on a mobile device, or download them. Many ICDL books are classified as “activities” meaning they are perfect for digital story times, scavenger hunts, and creative writing exercises. Access this catalog via the website.

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12 Websites for Digital Books Summer Reading

Ask a Tech Teacher

Good intentions to give all students access to the world’s knowledge were derailed by the cost of the websites and webtools that made that happen. Books can be read online or on most mobile devices. You can read them online, on a mobile device, or download them. Access this catalog via the website. Open Library.

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How to Gamify Professional Development

EdTech Magazine

While traditional professional development is important — in-person and group education — today’s teachers need access to fast approaching and more relevant opportunities that cater to their personal goals. . This article is part of the "Connect IT: Bridging the Gap Between Education and Technology" series. by Joe McAllister.

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Teaching students how to manage digital distractions

Neo LMS

However, what they fail to mention is that the study’s authors have also found after analyzing the data, which is: these findings do not discount the possibility that mobile phones could be a useful learning tool if their use is properly structured. The solution: teaching students how to use technology. Using humor , if appropriate.

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6 Reasons why drones are landing in schools

Neo LMS

As this type of technology becomes more budget friendly and accessible, some schools have taken a particular interest in its potential uses in education. Aside from the major benefit of getting students into STEAM, drone technology is suitable for all subjects, ages and grade levels if operated under teacher supervision.

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Building Education Technology for the Developing World

Edsurge

My move to India was driven by my desire to see the impact of technology in education in the Indian context,” Parida says. Yet these difficulties have not deterred efforts from gritty entrepreneurs to improve educational opportunities through technology. So she packed up and move to Mumbai, where she found work at Zaya. “My