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Talks about all the different kinds of technology kids want in the classroom. Helps to keep teacher and students on somewhat the same level

cell phones in classrooms

This article is about the mobile software that is being used on cellphones in classrooms. It has a great video that we can use in our presentation. "Their Mobile Learning Environment includes programs that let students map concepts, animate their drawings, surf relevant parts of the Internet and integrate their lessons and assignments. It also includes mini versions of Microsoft Word and Excel."

an article on how one school is using phones in a 5th grade classroom.

Another article on cellphones in the classroom. It has some great links to tools for cellphone integration

The importance of technology in the classroom and the benefits

Article in the NY Times that gives some benefits on cellphones in the classroom. 2/09

Lifting the ban on cell phones in classrooms.

I would love to spend a day in a classroom that offers project based learning. I fel that what some children need is motivation and this a very hands way of learning. For many students this is a great way of retaining what is being taught to them.

cellphones for low income neighborhood schools

Phone Calls and Text Messaging Disruptions Extend Beyond Classroom

should they be banned or not?

A web site that focuses on cellphones and education together.

Conference on the usage of cell phones in classrooms

Article explains the pros and cons of cell phones in classrooms. I like the article because outside using phones as a tool of pedagogy, the author makes the claim that if victims [students] of the Columbine shooting had cell phones, it may have changed things.

Utilize technology in the classroom

Great find Jay--Kim absolutely rocks! She is a great resource for collaboration and open learning.