THE Journal: Breaking Down Technology's Barriers

AV, Interactive & Collaborative Technologies for K-12 Education

12/5/2012

Spotlight

Breaking Down Technology's Barriers
"Comfort is a dangerous addiction that deprives us of opportunities," according to Rushton Hurley, founder and executive director of the educational nonprofit Next Vista for Learning, "and prevents us from getting excited about new prospects."
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Is your district using technology systemically and innovatively?

Then you should apply for the Sylvia Charp Award! Sponsored by T.H.E. Journal and ISTE, this annual award recognizes a school district that has shown effectiveness and innovation in the application of technology district-wide. The winning district will be honored at ISTE 2013 and receive $2000 for travel to the conference in San Antonio, June 23-26. Click here for more information about criteria and how to apply.

Ed Tech News

Report: Middle School Students Using Smartphones More Interested in STEM
Middle school students who use mobile devices for school work are more likely to express an interest in STEM subjects, yet there's a large gap in the number of students using the devices at home and those using them in school, according to a new survey from MIT's Center for Mobile Learning at the Media Lab and the Verizon Foundation.
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NEC Intros Ultra-Short-Throw Interactive Projector Bundles
This January NEC will ship two new ultra-short-throw LCD projectors, both to be available with in bundles that provide interactivity using the company's eBeam technology.
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Elmo USA To Launch Mobile Projector in January
Elmo USA will unveil its new mobile projector at the 2013 International CES in January in Las Vegas, NV.
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BenQ Ships 3,000-lumen, $700 Projector
BenQ has started shipping its new MX520 projector, a midrange model designed for medium-sized rooms. The DLP-based MX520 is designed for energy savings and provides up to 6,500 hours of lamp life.
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E2020 Launches Online Career and Technical Education Program
E2020, a provider of online learning solutions, has launched a new career and technical education curriculum, Career Pathways, which is a suite of interactive online courses to help high school students gain practical career training leading to industry-recognized certifications in business, health sciences, and information technology.
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Jacob Burns Film Center Receives 50000 Grant for iPads in the Classroom
The Jacob Burns Film Center (JBFC), a nonprofit cultural arts organization in Pleasantville, New York, has received a $50,000 grant from the Verizon Foundation.
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Spotlight

Breaking Down Technology's Barriers

Is your district using technology systemically and innovatively?

Ed Tech News

Report: Middle School Students Using Smartphones More Interested in STEM

NEC Intros Ultra-Short-Throw Interactive Projector Bundles

Elmo USA To Launch Mobile Projector in January

BenQ Ships 3,000-lumen, $700 Projector

E2020 Launches Online Career and Technical Education Program

Jacob Burns Film Center Receives 50000 Grant for iPads in the Classroom

Professional Resources