EP20: Our Top Trends for 2017

In this episode, Mindy and Jonathan predict the edtech trends that they think are going to make a big impact in classrooms this year. They talk about whether we still need a desktop operating system, and make plans for an iPad challenge. A box of six tech nuggets are also included at no extra cost!

 

Hot Topic: Do We Still Need Desktop Operating Systems?

• Stop Using a Laptop in 2017; It’s Time to Use a Tablet

• Tim Cook does 80% of his work on an iPad

• The Gear You Need to Make Your iPad Your Only Computer

 

Main Course: Our Top Edtech Trends for 2017

1. Virtual Reality
2. Online Learning
3. Makerspaces
4. Learning Spaces
5. Open Educational Resources
6. Blended Learning

 

Tech Nuggets

• Pineapple Charts

• Toontastic 3D

• Knight Lab Projects

• ReadWorks Digital

 

Jonathan's Podcast Pick

• The Google Teacher Tribe Podcast

 

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Until next time...