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Smart Backpack Travel Laptop - 0 views

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    I bought Smart Backpack Travel Laptop for airline travel. When I packed it the first time, I was amazed by how much it held and how organized everything was. I was going to write a review then but my husband said to wait till after the trip, that it might fall apart during travel. Well, the trip is over and this backpack is easily the best AND the most comfortable I've ever had. Zippers worked fine, the computer section was padded, the big compartment easily held my CPAP, the wide padded straps and padded back felt terrific, and the handle on top was easy to hold and felt very sturdy. Would happily buy this again for anyone needing a good backpack. I LOVED having my carry-on on my back instead of hanging off a shoulder or dragging behind me.
Anne Bubnic

High Maintenance : 1:1 Laptop Programs - 0 views

  • FEW DISTRICTS HAVE MORE MILES on their 1-to-1 computing initiatives than Texas' Irving Independent School District, where the teachers have had laptops since 1996 and the current student program began with a pilot launched in 2001. Today, the Irving 1-to-1 program puts close to 12,000 laptops in the hands of students and teachers throughout the district.
  • After nearly a decade, Owen and her team have learned a few things about maintaining 1-to-1 computer programs in K-12 environments. The cornerstone of her strategy: personnel. Owen keeps two technicians on duty at the 1-to-1 high school campuses, and one at every other campus. On top of that, the district employs a central team of five technicians whose job it is to resolve problems that people at the campus level can't handle.
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    Running a successful 1-to-1 program requires diligent upkeep-- along with a few veteran tricks of the trade.
Kate Olson

Silicon Valley meetings go 'topless' - Los Angeles Times - 0 views

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    Frustrated by workers so plugged in that they tuned out in the middle of business meetings, a growing number of companies are going "topless," as in no laptops allowed. Also banned from some conference rooms: BlackBerrys, iPhones and other devices on which so many people have come to depend.
Anne Bubnic

Microsoft Joins Effort for Laptops for Children - 0 views

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    After a years-long dispute, Microsoft and the computing and education project One Laptop Per Child said Thursday that they had reached an agreement to offer Windows on the organization's computers.
Anne Bubnic

School District Electronic Device Policy - 0 views

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    Texas school district electronic device policy covering use of pagers, cell phones, PDA's, handheld, laptops and similar devices.
Anne Bubnic

How to Turn Your Network into Fort Knox: 100 Tips + Tutorials - 0 views

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    If you're a small business owner, family member, student or just someone with a laptop who loves shopping online and is addicted to your online banking, you might think that you're not a big target for identity thieves, hackers or viruses. The truth is that no one is really safe from prying eyes when they're online, so turn to this list of 100 tips, tutorials and resources that will help you beef up your own network security.
Kate Olson

Hey, You! Pay Attention! : - 0 views

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    Are students too easily distracted when Internet access is available during lecture periods? The University of Chicago School of Law believes that they are and has implemented measures to block classroom access to the Internet. This story reminds me of the Michael Wesch video, "A Vision of Students Today" at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGCJ46vyR9o
Anne Bubnic

Students: Everything Kids Need to Know About Wireless - 3 views

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    One of eight interactive case studies for kids (GR 4-8) from Cable In the Classroom: Power to Learn.
    An understanding of the wonderful world of wireless will help the young people avoid any pitfalls that may arise from using laptops, smart phones, and PDAs. And if they are going to be using wireless technology it doesn't hurt if they understand how it works. This unit explains the importance of password protection and cybersecurity. The graphics are Nickelodeon style. A short quiz assesses understanding. For the entire series, check out: http://powertolearn.com/internet_smarts/interactive_case_studies/index.shtml
Anne Bubnic

Get Cell Phones into Schools - 0 views

  • Recently, the call for teaching 21st century skills and content in K-12 has gained considerable momentum and acceptance. Problem-solving, communication, and teamwork are examples of 21st century skills; a deep, integrated model of key science processes, for example, is 21st century content. To learn such 21st century content and skills, students must use 21st century information and communication technology.
  • Seeing No Progress, Some Schools Drop Laptops," schools were spending their budgets on computer maintenance and had little left over to purchase educationally specific software and training to help teachers integrate the Laptops into their existing curriculum. Generally speaking, the computers devolved into glorified typewriters and interfaces to Google.
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    It's no surprise that Elliot Soloway would be behind this idea, given his passionate interest in Palm handhelds as educational devices for the past decade.
Judy Echeandia

10 Most Dangerous Things Users Do Online - 0 views

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    Security pros cringe as their users download software for personal use, turn off firewalls to speed up a connection, or leave their passwords stuck to their laptops.Wouldn't it be nice if you could give end users a list of the most dangerous things they do online every day, and then tell them why those activities are particularly risky? The following is our list of "The Ten Most Dangerous Things Users Do Online," along with some explanation of the risks - and solutions - associated with each.
Steven Knight

The Teacher's Guide To Keeping Students Safe Online - Edudemic - 10 views

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    So what is a teacher's role in keeping students safe online? Teachers and schools can actively block websites on desktops, laptops, and iPads but when it comes to a student's personal phone… that's a tricky area.
scrollmantra

Digital Marketing Agency in Karol Bagh, Delhi - 0 views

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    So no denying it, the world is shifting to the digital space, consuming all kind of information through digital means; mobile phones, laptops or desktops. While there are the ones who've grown up with smartphones and internet are very well embracing the new brave world of versatility and speed. Before we totally grab on the benefits of Digital Marketing for our business growth, you can't ignore the fact that Public Relations is equally important for any business or organisation effectiveness. The mix of traditional PR with content marketing on different social media platforms and search has led to different fold of opportunities for business growth. INTERGRATING DIGITAL MARKETING WITH PR Communication marketing agencies are all around the world willing to work for you but an effective integration can only happen if some of the key points are kept in mind: Clarity on business objective Comprehend the impact and process of the business before initiating campaigns WHY DIGITAL MARKETING We all are acknowledged to the fact that Digital marketing of a business or product can easily transmit for the scanty fraction value/cost of the print or TV ad. Also, the reach can be easily tracked and monitored as nowadays companies rely on reviews and feedback more than any celebrity endorsement. Hence, for every business, it's an effective way for a brilliant brand growth.
solospiders

Smart Keyboard For Ipad 7th Generation - 0 views

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    Been using Smart Keyboard For Ipad 7th Generation for a week, will update the review with durability and longevity comments after more time has passed… Felt like nobody mentions some things that are worth knowing… There are magnets in places that make this thing more functional than they tell you. You can wrap the cover to the backside of the iPad and use it as you would normally, and magnets will hold it in place. When you use it as a stand, you can use it like a tilted drawing pad. Magnets will hold it in this position so it's actually fairly secure. If you're opening it or changing the configuration, magnets hold the keyboard in, so you can treat it exactly like a regular smart cover without the keyboard annoyingly flopping out. And finally, you don't have to worry about accidentally pressing keyboard buttons when it's in any position other than "laptop mode." The magnets let it know and the keyboard won't function unless it's specifically in this mode. Would have bought it sooner had I known, instead of just taking a chance.
Anne Bubnic

Internet Safety Comics - 0 views

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    This Comic Life series was created to address some teacher training needs in the area of Internet safety in a fun and entertaining way. This was a solo project by Tom Woodward.
Anne Bubnic

The Twitter Experiment [Video] - 1 views

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    An educator with a class of 90 students wanted to reach more students and involve them in classroom discussions. She did so by engaging them with Twitter in a collaborative dialogue. Students sent comments by laptops and via cell phone. The micro-blogging experiment forced them to stay on track and keep their thoughts concise.
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