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10 Amazing Hackathon Ideas
You have probably heard the term “hackathon,” but you may not be sure of what it means. A hackathon is most commonly associated with hackers or ...
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Using Amazon Alexa for the English Classroom
Apart from reading great literature, some educators struggle to come up with new ways to make English class engaging. Edtech has a lot to offer teachers who want to foster a deep love of language in their students. One of the most affordable pieces of edtech, Amazon’s Alexa, can be a simple way for students ...10 Amazing Hackathon Ideas
You have probably heard the term “hackathon,” but you may not be sure of what it means. A hackathon is most commonly associated with hackers or computer programmers. However, while hacking typically involves computers, hackathons are primarily events where groups of people gather to “hack” an idea. At these major events, people come together to ...Which Country Is Leading the Edtech Movement?
Technology has the potential to enhance global education, but which country is leading the edtech movement? Let’s look at a few contenders. The United States Currently, many would say that the United States is the leader in edtech. According to the Software and Information Industry Association (SIIA), the U.S. edtech market is worth over $8.38 ...DigitalEd for Digital Education!
Jim Cooper, CEO, Maplesoft and DigitalEd As education continues to evolve to meet the needs of a fast-paced world, digital education and the associated assets are transitioning from luxury to necessity. Modern digital tools are able to deliver education that rivals classroom education in quality, while improving accessibility and efficiency. Science, technology, engineering and mathematics ...7 Gamification Strategies for Corporate Training
When you think of corporate training, the term “fun” probably doesn’t come to mind. But with gamification, even the most mundane learning experience becomes more engaging. And the benefits don’t stop there. Gamifying corporate training: Motivates employees with recognition and rewards Stimulates collaboration Makes important information more memorable Provides a way to measure progress toward ...If Your Edtech Product Won’t Solve Actual Problems, We Don’t Need It
Educators have an endless pool of potential edtech products they can choose from to fill their classroom needs. They could spend hours wading through potential options, weighing the pros and cons of an expensive program. However, the reality is that very few of the available edtech programs are currently designed to solve an actual classroom ...
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