How IT leaders overcome challenges to managing tablet computers The iPad and other tablet computers can cause a host of problems for school districts, including installing and updating mobile applications, managing inventory, enforcing policies on use of the technology and more. However, in interviews with T.H.E. Journal, technology leaders reveal how they are overcoming such challenges. For example, the Encinitas Union School District in California is developing a system that will take inventory of all technology and equipment, and other districts have found workarounds for an ineffective system for configuring iPads. T.H.E. Journal magazine (exclusive preview for SmartBrief subscribers) (6/2013)  | Fun Vocabulary Games and Activities for Any Classroom Download fun, free vocabulary games and activities that you can use with your students—with any vocabulary words. Adapted from Zaner-Bloser's vocabulary program, Word Wisdom, activities include Vocabulary Bingo, Meaning Memory, and more. This free download is a special offer for Accomplished Teacher® SmartBrief readers. Download today. | | Is computer programming catching on in schools? A growing number of schools and summer camps are offering students lessons in computer programming -- a trend that business leaders say will put students on the path to success. For example, some Tennessee students are participating this summer in the iD Tech Camp, where they are learning to program and create animated characters. "It's very challenging, and we're learning stuff that's valuable for our future," student Gardner Lee said. The Tennessean (Nashville) (tiered subscription model) (6/25) Other News | Do teachers need more training to use technology in the classroom? A recent survey of teachers in Idaho found that most do not need to be convinced of the benefits of education technology, but they do need greater training and access, say researchers Loredana and Eric Werth, who presented the their findings at the International Society for Technology in Education's 2013 conference. The pair also found that, in some cases, teachers are using the same techniques they used when they first started in the classroom -- creating the potential for a digital divide among teachers and students. Education Week/Digital Education blog (6/25)
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 | Groups work together to aid compliance with children's online privacy rules The Center for Digital Democracy and other children's advocacy groups will be teaming up to ensure that stricter online privacy rules for children taking effect Monday are enforced. The law requires parental permission before data can be collected from children under age 12. "We'll be focused initially on the major kids sites -- Disney, Nickelodeon and Cartoon Network -- to make sure they respect the new rules and empower parents with the information and control they deserve," said Jeff Chester, executive director of the CDD. Adweek (6/24) |  | They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself." -- Andy Warhol, American artist | | Please contact one of our specialists for advertising opportunities, editorial inquiries, job placements, or any other questions. | | Publisher, Education Group: Joe Riddle P: 202.407.7857 ext. 228 | | | | |
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