Improving Literacy with iPads

Usually, improving literacy with iPads is not high on the list of educators for teaching children.  However, a pilot program with iPads for elementary school students is resulting in improved response of students to reading activities. In Maine, kindergarten through...

Do Laptops and iPads Improve Test Scores?

Do laptops and iPads improve test scores?  The hard evidence connecting inproved academic achievement with this hardware does not show in research. Twin Cities schools began putting computers into the hands of students five years ago. However scores on the Minnesota...

Schools Moving Toward Universal Computer Availability

A sure sign of 21st century learning is seen in schools moving toward universal computer availability. Every student will receive some kind of portable computing device in the 2018-2019 school year in the Wausau School District.  The portable computer devices may be...

Using Technology to Revolutionize Classroom Lessons

Across all subject areas schools are using technology to revolutionize classroom lessons.  For students who are well adept at using smartphones and iPads, the access to information is essential and likely to generate interest and enthusiasm. In Elizabeth New Jersey,...

iPads Increase Math Engagement for Students

Educators are now saying that iPads increase math engagement for students. At a middle school in Pismo Beach, CA, students use iPads instead of paper and pencil to do math. “They put forth 10 times the amount of effort,” says teacher Kristi Fuller. iPads...