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This article discusses apps available for educational purposes that alleviate difficulties with implementing a BYOD program. Microsoft One Note is a beneficial program for note taking on mobile devices and makes it very easy to use. Evernote is also helpful. One of the best features is the ability to screenshot.

This may relate to how a mobile may have impact upon an individual and his / her quality of life.

A good listing of web-based applications that can be used in a Bring Your Own Device environment.

This article discusses the steps that must be executed to implement a well run BYOD program in schools. The steps are specify what devices are permitted, a diligent security, a clear service policy, make it clear who owns the apps/data, ban certain apps, integrate your BYOD plan with an acceptable use policy, and set up an employee exit strategy.

Passnownow is a new community app being used by Nigerian teenagers and secondary school students in Lagos. This is beneficial because it is allowing students to type classroom notes and integrating technology to further their mobile education.

This article examines children learning through mobile devices. In 2014, it isn't uncommon for a 4 year old child to be playing Iphone games instead of playing outside. The children can benefit through this because of the immense opportunities for pre-k apps that allow children to further their mind in other ways.

Roost, a Wifi-Enabled 9V battery (the kind in smoke detectors), can be used to send you a notification (through an accompanying smart device app) whenever the alarm of your smoke detector. The battery costs $40.

The following 13 iPad apps are designed to boost critical thinking skills in kids of every grade level.

Worth careful reading by all teachers.

This is a more basic explanation by Educase of how mobile learning can be used, as well as the direction it seems to be heading. Along with this, it also mentions some of the downsides that come along with this revolutionary idea of mobile learning.