NECC 2007 – Google Earth

With all the discussion on what content should be blocked/filtered, the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) sponsored a webcast that questions the practice of blocking all Web 2.0 resources: eSchoolNews – CoSN to school leaders: ‘Think before you ban’ Before school officials prohibit teachers and students from accessing certain web sites, they should think about…

While most educators recognize that social networks/communication via technology are used by many students, I suspect most of us underestimate their utilization. A new study finds their use more widespread that we may realize: eSchool News online – Online social networks hold promise for learning October 1, 2007—Creating content and connecting with their peers online…

With this new feature, users can now view heavenly objects, including stars, constellations, galaxies, planets and the Earth’s moon within Google Earth (GE), based on the user’s current location on earth within the software. GE also provides additional visual/text information within the Layers panel, including Constellations, Backyard Astronomy, Hubble Showcase, The Moon, The Planets, User’s…

I have had several days using the iPad as my main device (yes, I temporarily ditched my laptop) at the ISTE 2010 education/technology conference and discovered several crucial tips to make it usable as a computer replacement as well as some challenges to consider. Why bother replacing a laptop? Two huge issues: weight and battery…

PCWorld tests the new hard drives that combine flash with magnetic hard disks. The advantages is quicker save times and lower power requirements. This may be a trend worth watching. PC World – Tested: New Hybrid Hard Drives From Samsung and Seagate Tested: New Hybrid Hard Drives From Samsung and SeagateThese drives promise the best…