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Pros and Cons of iPads in schools - 0 views

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    This article weighs out the pros and cons of iPads in school. One con would be that most iPads do not support Adobe or Java flash. This prohibits the use of may applications or videos that require a certain plug in. There is also no USB plugs, it is expensive, the potential distraction for students, and that typing is tricky and difficult to grasp.
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Students Are 'Hacking' Their School-Issued iPads: Good for Them - 0 views

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    These students in schools with mobile devicesin California have hacked the security on the devices and using them for "non-schoolwork" purposes: listening to music, checking Facebook, surfing the web. This is one negative aspect of mobile devices in the classroom.
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20 Awesome BYOD and Mobile Learning Apps - 0 views

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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.
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7 Ways To Use Google Tools To Maximize Learning - 0 views

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    There are seven helpful tools in google that will benefit mobile learning. There is voice recorders, digital platforms, templates, writing spaces, research tools, moderators, and forms.
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Mobile learning for schools - a class without walls - 0 views

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    Part of the old steelworks still stands near Parkwood academy, Sheffield. It's a reminder of the old factories and the newer industrial units that provide rich opportunities for year 7 students to study how the demise of manufacturing has affected their city.
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7 Tips For Establishing A Successful BYOD policy. - 1 views

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    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.
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Dothan City Schools Lease iPads to Students - 0 views

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    A school in Dothan, Atlanta has just approved a plan to provide iPads for students in grades 4-12. Mobile learning has been running rampant across schools.
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iPads in Schools - 0 views

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    This article talks about solutions to the issues of iPads in schools. Being that technology is relatively difficult skill to some people, students and faculty must be patient with the iPads. Also, Macworld says that the teachers should be properly educated on the iPads in order to aid the students accordingly. Other tips would be to advocate digital literacy, monitor the security, and that one size does not fit all
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Learning Digitally: The Case for Mobile Learning - 0 views

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    This article discusses what different students wish to see with the upcoming use of mobile learning in their classrooms. They want to be able to customize their tablets to fit their personalities.
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LAUSD iPad Program Expansion Approved By School Board - 0 views

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    This article discusses the advisory panel foreseeing the Los Angeles school district iPad project. Some committee members did not trust the request for 44 million dollars to expand the program, stating they felt that the technology was advancing too quickly and did not trust the contracts with Apple.
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