One-Third of U.S. High School Students Now Own an iPhone Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster today issued a report on his firm's latest semi-annual survey of U.S. teenagers, the 23rd such survey in the firm's history. The results of the extensive survey of 5,600 U.S. high school students show that 34% of surveyed students now own an iPhone, an all-time high in the survey and double the percentage seen just a year ago. Furthermore, 40% of surveyed students indicated that they intend to purchase an iPhone within the next six months. Piper Jaffray ascribes the boom in iPhone use among students to new low-cost options from Apple. Apple and AT&T lowered the price of the iPhone 3GS to $49 back in January 2011, dropping it to free on-contract with the introduction of the iPhone 4S late last year. In our most recent survey the percentage of teens that own an iPhone came in at 34%, up from 23% in the Fall and 17% last Spring.
Cell Phones in Online and Blended Learning Environments by Lesley Reilly on Prezi Killer Apps: Distance Learning Students Dial in to Higher Education on Smartphones and Other Devices | DegreesOnline.net Distance learning universities are using the latest technology to supplement their curricula. Newsfactor.com reports that more and more online institutions have opted to create mobile apps to enrich their online course offerings. These apps allow student to access course content, including online discussions, threads, assignments, and they can receive real-time alerts when grades are posted. Students can pursue their studies wherever and whenever they want. These tools will become increasingly important as the Digital Age wears on. But critics state that such technology encourages a lack of focus. Nassirian may be right, but the future points to a classroom that extends well beyond the boundaries of the university.
The 60-Second Guide To Texting In The Classroom Teachers of the 21st century are no longer just intercepting notes as they circulate the classroom. What used to manifest as a simple distraction on a slip of paper has evolved into a tiny symphony of beeps, ring tones and vibrating phones. As technological penetration increases, cell phones are not the only things becoming smaller; cell phone users are younger, and teachers throughout the country are feeling the effects. According to TIME m agazine , “77 percent of teenagers (12-17) have [cell phones], and 75 percent of all teens text.” Those who oppose student cell phone use argue that the cons outweigh the pros and that cell phones are problematic in the classroom, distracting students from lessons, increasing the risk of cheating and sometimes even resulting in theft. Although cell phones have the potential to pose a number of problems in the classroom, technologies offered by cell phones can be harnessed to improve student learning. Group Texting Silent In-Class Discussion Live Polling
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Mobile learning: a handbook for ... - Agnes Kukulska-Hulme, John Traxler 10 Sites to use with Mobile Phones in Education The use of mobile technology has opened up a whole new world in education. Terms like BYOD (bring your own device) is a common place occurrence. These devices has allowed educators and students to learn, teach, and study in a whole new way. Learning is no longer limited to the classroom and can occur in real-time almost anywhere. I've decided to list my favorite sites that can be used w/ mobile phones for educational purposes. This list is in alphabetical order. 10 Sites to use w/ Mobile Phones in EducationAudioboo - A great site w/ mobile apps for all platforms, for recording one's voice and then embedding it into a site/blog.
Free Math Help - Lessons, tutoring, message board and more. Algebra, Geometry, Trig, Calculus... whatever level you're studying! Homework Hits the Small Screen at Purdue U. - Wired Campus More and more students carry cellphones or laptops with video cameras built in, and many instructors are asking students to use them to turn in video homework assignments for courses covering highly visual material. New software developed at Purdue University seeks to make such experimental assignments easier to manage. The system, called DoubleTake, lets students and professors shoot, share, and critique videos using a smartphone or a computer. One of the first classes to use it is one on sign language. “There’s no way possible to do a written assignment in American sign language,” says Kyle D. It’s also being used in a criminal forensics course, where students capture themselves processing evidence as they would in a crime lab and then assess the performances as though they were defense attorneys. Users upload raw video to the program, which connects with DiaGrid, a cluster of computers housed at Purdue. Mr. “The challenge with using YouTube is that it lacks privacy controls,” Mr.
Get Organized With the Latest Smartphone Apps Who says organization has to be boring? With the latest smartphone applications, your child can keep track of school assignments and have fun along the way. With stunning graphics and state of the art design, the newest apps will keep even the most reluctant students on track. The truth is that the more organized a student is, the better grades they tend to receive. For Younger Kids EpicWin — EpicWin is a fun digital organizer your kids will love. iReward Chart — Perfect for younger children, iReward Chart tracks chores or behavior goals and monitors your child’s progress over the course of the week. Task Timer — Once a task and completion time are chosen, Task Timer will show the time elapsed and time remaining, to keep even the most unorganized student on track. Apps Teens Will Love In Class — This is one of the hottest apps right now. Choices for the Entire Family Cozi Family Organizer (for all phones): This is a great app for busy families. Ann K. Rating: 5.0/5 (1 vote cast)