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20 Coolest Augmented Reality Experiments in Education So Far - Online Universities

20 Coolest Augmented Reality Experiments in Education So Far - Online Universities | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it
More and more teachers, researchers, and developers contribute their ideas and inventions toward the cause of more interactive learning environments.

Augmented reality - "a medium which the known world fuses with current technology to create a uniquely blended interactive experience."

A wide range of augmented reality experiments are discussed including Second Life, Reliving the Revolution, Physics Playground and much more!

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6 Emerging Technologies From the 2012 K-12 Horizon Report

6 Emerging Technologies From the 2012 K-12 Horizon Report | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

Mobile devices, tablets and apps could become mainstream with education in a year or less, according to the "2012 Horizon Report: K-12 Edition."

While the report from the New Media Consortium won't be released until June, the Consortium for School Networking hosted a webinar on Tuesday, May 15, to preview the results.

If you would like to download a "preview copy" you may register at the New Media Consortium website (no cost involved):

http://www.nmc.org/publications/2012-horizon-report-k12.

 

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20 Exciting Teaching Tools of Tomorrow - Online Universities

20 Exciting Teaching Tools of Tomorrow - Online Universities | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

"It’s hard to find a field that hasn’t been radically changed by technology, and education is no exception. Few classrooms these days operate without digital tools, gadgets, or applications that have made it easier for teachers to track student progress and tailor lessons to student needs and interests. While the tools of today are great, there are even more great technological teaching tools and practices on the horizon, many of which are just starting to be adopted in the classroom or are just making it out of the developmental stages. These tools offer new and often very promising ways to connect with students and improve the quality of education offered in schools. Read on to learn about just a few of the websites, programs, and amazing technologies of the future teachers and students alike will soon be using."

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PBS KIDS Lab

PBS KIDS Lab | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

PBS KIDS is always working on something new—and usually several "somethings" at once! Whether it's new apps focusing on math or an augmented reality game using camera phones, you'll be able to find the latest and greatest right here at PBS KIDS Lab. This is where we debut our newest games—including some that are in development in beta testing mode—and show early research results, behind-the-scenes features, and more.

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