March edition of the ECIS IT blog by John Mikton that has a special feature on mobile computing. Excellent resources for tablet and ipad use in schools.
Mobile devices are an important part of deploying knowledge and content delivery. This system is relatively inexpensive and not only uses an app but can link to sms and interactive voice response in countries without a lot of access. Exciting potential for this one.
"After more more than a decade of e-safety work in UK schools, the evidence suggests that most young people, who are supported and informed, know the key e-safety issues and are able to stay safe online."
This short United-Eye Productions video employs free-style animation to show five key ways that education is improved by technology: Global learning Game-based learning Virtual worlds, digital simulations, and models Mobile learning Real-time data-based decision making
Excellent blog from an Australian educator! Shares apps in curriculum areas and key learning areas. Australian-based categories, but lots of wonderful resources.