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"No device should ever be hailed as the silver bullet in "saving" education -- nor should it be completely shunned -- but when it comes to the possibility of bridging the digital divide between low-income and high-income students, devices may play a pivotal role. ccess to the Internet connects kids to all kinds of information — and for low-income students especially, that access has the power to change their social structure by allowing them to become empowered and engaged..." 
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There are many reasons to consider Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and this infographic provides reasons for going BYOD as well as potential costs, pros and cons, and additional information.
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Whenever schools look at BYOD (or BYOT) there are pros and cons. This post provides links to a number of resources that discuss the advantages and limitations and includes an excellent (and enjoyable) short video that presents a quick pedagogical look at BYOD in the 21st century. Well worth watching in my opinion.
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"The integration of technology into learning at this juncture in time should be a moot point. Yet schools continually block access to websites on the Internet and struggle to decide on a policy that would allow students to bring their own devices (BYOD) into the classroom. 'A New Literacy: Making Connections in Electronic Environments,' by Frank Romanelli, addresses the idea of embracing the literacy of a digital native by using sketches drawn as the narration progresses."
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When it comes to technology, the perception is that it is the least important area in which to invest precious funds. This is why the time is now to seriously consider developing a Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) initiative.
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In the spirit of “Festivus” and the tradition of “The Airing of Grievances” (sorry for the reference if you are not a Seinfeld fan), I wanted to share a couple of ideas that...
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An interesting article that looks at three ideas that are popular today and discusses why they will not transform schools and provides some alternatives. The three ideas are: * Flipping the classroom * Bring your own device (BYOD) * How we use student surveys Each of these topics has received significan press over the past year and this post brings up isues that also need to be explored.
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Many schools are exploring going BYOD. Learn from schools that have already done so in this post. The stories tend to be positive yet also provide a look at some of the issues that may come up.
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Just a few years ago, the idea of using a mobile phone as a legitimate learning tool in school seemed far-fetched, if not downright blasphemous. Kids were either prohibited from bringing their phones to school, or at the very least told to shut it off during school hours. But these days, it’s not unusual to hear a teacher say, “Class, turn on your cell. It’s time to work.”
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The lifting of restrictions around student devices was born of necessity—tight budgets, plus increasing tech adoption among kids. Practically speaking, BYOD means schools will need to purchase less equipment. The idea has merit, but needs serious consideration before it can be implemented.
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Would providing students with access to cell phones at school improve their test scores? According to this article the answer is yes. A recent Pew report noted that there are significant differences in students access between higher and lower income schools. A study from QualCom "showed that low-income students’ test scores increased by 30 percent after they were given smartphones to access more information and instruction and to collaborate with their peers."
What should be done to help decrease this digital divide? Below are suggestions from this post. Additional detail is provided (as are links to additional resources).
* Give students access.
* Give students prompts.
* Provide instructional objectives.
* Make yourself available.
* Invite observers to your mobile enhanced class.
* Inventory the devices.
* Use discretion.
* Use everything you have.
* Reframe productivity.
* Teach process not content.
* Value collaboration.