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17 Real-World Ways iPads Are Being Used In Schools - Edudemic

17 Real-World Ways iPads Are Being Used In Schools - Edudemic | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it
We see iPads in education all over the place. So what are some actual ways iPads are being used in schools that you could learn from?
Beth Dichter's insight:

Are you wondering how other school districts (and colleges) are using iPads? This post provides short descriptions as well as links to a wide variety of ways iPads are being used across the world.

Below are four areas found in this post:

* Putting students in charge of the learning process

* Helping students with disabilities

* Closing the digital achievement gap

* Re-imagining how newspapers are used in class

Each area discussed provides a link for additional information. If you are about to bring iPads into your school, or have a program up and running and are interested in learning what others are doing take the time to read this post.

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Low Income Students' Test Scores Leap 30% With Smartphone Use

Low Income Students' Test Scores Leap 30% With Smartphone Use | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it
Qualcomm's Wireless Reach Initiative aims to conquer the digital divide between those who can afford wireless internet access and those who can't.

A look at a Wireless Initiative that is helping students achieve higher test scores. The ability to use SmartPhones is not a given in all school districts, but if their use will help test scores increase and help with the digital divide it may be time for schools to look at this issue again.

For more information on Project K-Nect check out http://www.qualcomm.com/about/citizenship/wireless-reach.

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