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A1 – @_Insta4Education

A1 – @_Insta4Education

Does Instagram have any educational merit? I explored this very question on the platform itself: https://www.instagram.com/_insta4education/ If you want a pdf of the content posted on the @_insta4education page, you can download it here:

A1- Design Thinking when Authoring e-learning

A1- Design Thinking when Authoring e-learning

We live in a era where everything we communicate is digital. Designing learning around digital aspects of authoring tools and e-learning is truly a learning experience. The assignment I focused on in powerpoint is a walkthrough some of the design thinking processes, tools, and finally a working example of creating a 10 week long design […]

A1-FreshGrade

A1-FreshGrade

For assignment one I have selected to talk about FreshGrade. I have used FreshGrade for many years in my own classroom and have taught many new teachers at workshops on how to use this program. I am very passionate about this tool because it has changed the way reporting is happening in classrooms. As a […]

NFC payment reader

A1 – NFCs and Smart Campuses [Explainer Video]

Why the interest in near field technology and smart campuses? I think of near field communications (NFCs) as the understated member of the mobile technology family. Yet, I was surprised by how saturated NFC is in our existing technological ecosystem. According to the NFC Forum (2019): Two billion NFC-enabled devices like a smartphone are in use today […]

Edumacation

Edumacation

For Assignment One I pretended to have a podcast about mobile gaming apps in education. I do not have a podcast about mobile gaming apps in education. Or about anything for that matter. Cheers!! Buchanan, L. (2018, December 18). The Hottest Education Startup in the U.S. Is a $700 Million Company Built by a Guatemalan […]

A1- Why Does Pokémon GO Still Matter?

Hi all. In my A1 Analytical Publishing Project, I reviewed some research and implementation of Pokémon GO, a game that had been launched four years ago. The reason why I select this “old” game is because I believe this game represented a possibility of future education. I borrowed James Gee’s (2015) idea of how good […]

A1 – TikTok Your Way into Education

A1 – TikTok Your Way into Education

Here is a link to my A1 assignment. I review the benefits and downfalls of using a popular app called TikTok as a tool for teachers. I would love to hear your feedback and if anyone uses TikTok I would love to follow you and your journey online! https://sway.office.com/Zq29w4ycUHESHcUh?ref=Link

A1 – A Glimpse into AI in Mobile Education

A1 – A Glimpse into AI in Mobile Education

Here is a brief overview of current AI used in mobile education, as well as its benefits and limitations. All feedback is welcome! https://binalk0.wixsite.com/etec523

A1-Mobile Storytelling

A1-Mobile Storytelling

Mobile Storytelling Most educators are familiar or heard about Digital Storytelling. For this assignment I decided to focus on a subset of Digital Storytelling which is Mobile Storytelling. If you want to learn more about this specific topic, join me by clicking on the link provided below.

A1 – Does Mobile Technology enhance Mindfulness?

A1 – Does Mobile Technology enhance Mindfulness?

Hi Everyone, I wanted to explore how mobile technology can help support students’ mental well-being in preparation for September 2020. Working with students online, I have had the opportunity to connect more on an individual level and have notices heightened fears, anxiety and stress from external factors. These factors are compounding the stressors that come […]