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Why Kindergartners Must Learn Technology

Ask a Tech Teacher

When I started teaching technology almost twenty years ago, I taught K-8, three classes in each grade every week. Even a decade ago, technology was an extra class in student schedules where now, it is a life skill. Kindergarten is the perfect time to start (for the reasons listed below–they love it and learn fast).

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Popular iPad-iPhone Swipes

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People love using finger swipes on iPads and iPhones. The most popular iPad-iPhone swipes typically involve gestures that facilitate navigation, multitasking, and interacting with apps. The most popular iPad-iPhone swipes typically involve gestures that facilitate navigation, multitasking, and interacting with apps.

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8 Great Piano Learning Apps for iPhone and iPad

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Gone are the days when learning to play piano ( or any other musical instrument for that matter) was a costly activity that requires searching for and hiring a tutor, buying expensive instruments, learning complex music sheet, and finding peers to practice with. Flowkey Flowkey is another great piano learning app for iPad.

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Best QR Reader Apps for Android and iPhone

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Whether you’re a teacher looking to integrate technology into your classroom, a parent seeking educational resources, or just someone who loves the convenience of quick scanning, having a reliable QR reader app on your smartphone is a must. QR Reader for iPhone ( iPhone ) This multifunctional app goes beyond simple QR code scanning.

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Technology to Support and Empower Users With Disabilities

From MacBooks to iPads to iPhones and all things in-between, schools around the globe have found that Apple devices’ ease of use, robust design, and thoughtful creative and educational features are absolutely essential in the classroom. Learn how Apple and Jamf can support and empower disabled users in your school.

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Best Astronomy Apps for iPhone

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Mobile technology and more specifically apps have radically transformed the way we interact with the world. There are now tons of educational apps that enable anyone to learn and explore the complexities of astronomical world right from the comfort of their place. This app caters to both amateur stargazers and seasoned astronomers.

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5 Great Plant Identifier Apps for Android and iPhone/iPad

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

PictureThis PictureThis is a great plant identification app for both Android and iPhone/iPad. Besides identifying plants by pictures, PictureThis also offers plant guides to help users learn about how to care and grow healthy plants. Compatibility: iPhone/iPad and Android / Price: Free, offers in-app purchases / Age: 4+ 2.

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