Sentences with phrase «as educational devices»

These are sold in bulk as educational devices since google services are removed but Kindle's own reading services such as Amazon Kindle store are introduced.

This simple system of recording adds to the effectiveness of the transcription system in countering one of radio's chief limitations as an educational device — the ephemeral nature of programs which never seem to be broadcast at the right time for the right class.

Fundamental to fair and consistent Code enforcement is reasonable and judicious use of discipline, as both an educational device and as punishment.

Not exact matches

The laws of nature are valid but they» are not deterministic, they allow for freedom, and so for conflicts and frustrations that are not specifically providential (divine punishments, educational devices, or...) but are simply examples of creatures partly making themselves and one another, under the general guidance which insures that symbiosis and mutual helpfulness are as real as self - assertion and predation.

The students after receiving the computer device described the innovation as a prompt action taken by state government in the right direction, saying the new development has helped to boost the educational system in the state.

As I admired the gilded allegorical ceiling panels representing science and excellence, I couldn't help thinking, corny as it may sound, that the building's namesake — whose innovative experiments included, along with the Declaration of Independence, an improved plow, a portable copying machine, an encryption device, and an outstanding institution of learning (the University of Virginia), and who sent Lewis and Clark on one of history's most daring research expeditions — would have approved of this educational effort, toAs I admired the gilded allegorical ceiling panels representing science and excellence, I couldn't help thinking, corny as it may sound, that the building's namesake — whose innovative experiments included, along with the Declaration of Independence, an improved plow, a portable copying machine, an encryption device, and an outstanding institution of learning (the University of Virginia), and who sent Lewis and Clark on one of history's most daring research expeditions — would have approved of this educational effort, toas it may sound, that the building's namesake — whose innovative experiments included, along with the Declaration of Independence, an improved plow, a portable copying machine, an encryption device, and an outstanding institution of learning (the University of Virginia), and who sent Lewis and Clark on one of history's most daring research expeditions — would have approved of this educational effort, too.

The popularity of the device with children at the Faire suggests to Xu that it could work well as an educational tool, as well as a device with encourages other people to get creative.

Coupled with the fact that mobile devices» penetration in contemporary social life is an undeniable fact, it comes as no surprise that the educational community has started noting the emerging potential.

Using a private device makes learning more personalized and student - centered and, as a result, the educational setting becomes better connected to the student's personal world.

The course you create should be device and system agnostic, because the digital environment changes constantly and educational trends such as flipped classroom or BYOD are becoming more and more prominent.

A product like Xooloo Digital Coach can be useful for students who aren't naturally motivated to treat their digital devices as educational tools.

But today, the internet and social media are brimming over with educational content that is not only incredibly engaging, but it is available anywhere, on any device, and can be accessed as quickly as you can say «Google».

Assistive educational technology has a rather broad definition as it encompasses various devices, equipment, and systems that are used to help students bypass, maintain, compensate, overcome, or enhance any learning deficits and capabilities of disabled students.

As a recent report on «Technology and learning in lower - income families» published by the Sesame Workshop states, «Because digital devices and the Internet have become so essential, digital inequality can exacerbate educational and economic inequality as well.&raquAs a recent report on «Technology and learning in lower - income families» published by the Sesame Workshop states, «Because digital devices and the Internet have become so essential, digital inequality can exacerbate educational and economic inequality as well.&raquas well.»

With increasing reach of internet and mobile devices, using multimedia in eLearning is increasingly becoming a popular and preferred method for learning across corporates as well as educational institutes.

She used research to show the power of using mobile devices as an educational tool.

And in fact, we see a fuller pattern emerging quickly: as much as there are fancy statistics waved at us by the mobile learning (mLearning) evangelists, there are counter studies (mostly conducted in educational institutions) that find that the presence of devices detracts from the learning.

Digital devices alone are intriguing to students and adults these days so adding them as an educational tool will only entice the students.

Guest asked the question about mobile devices acting as a nuisance, I think of them as educational assets now, however, educators must learn how to use them for the benefit of the instructional process

We want them to be able to use their own devices so they can be familiar on how to use them as an educational tool.»

Videos are a very appropriate device for educational episodes as they provide an immersive learning environment stimulating both visual and auditory senses.

The possibilities for future educational uses of ubiquitous web devices are exciting, and not so daunting as might be expected if implemented thoughtfully.

Also, with toddlers as its intended clientele, the tablet has also been provided with enough tweaks on the software front, which includes educational, and entertainment apps, as well as children's ebooks, all of which come pre-loaded on the device.

The tablet is being heralded as a device that will carry forward the technological leap the educational sector is witnessing and is being considered an absolute necessity towards creating the best learning environment.

Built for the 4 to 9 age group crowd, the InnoPad comes in as a fun device that also includes «interactive and animated reading» as well as educational gaming besides also offering a host of other creative activities.

In a survey that involved around 1000 respondents, 26 percent of kids as young as three have exhibited tablet usage skills of varying degrees; 56 percent of children across all age groups have said they depend on tablet devices as part of their educational efforts.

Etisalat chief executive Dumindra Ratnayaka revealed they are already in discussion with the education ministry to have more of educational text on the book store, which in turn can be accessed via portable reading devices such as an e-reader or tablet PC.

While educational institutions all over the world are following the iPad route for their digital learning process, schools in Charlottesville have gone for the rather «unconventional» Windows 7 based tablet, as the preferred device to allow for digital learning.

The description of some of the tablet devices (both standalone as well as those with an attached keypad) can help consumers make a choice that fits their educational needs.

«The key factors which we see impacting on the digital textbook market and the educational publishing sector as a whole are the increasing speed of the move to digital as efficacy studies and technological advances enable take - up of suitable devices and solutions,» said Kate Worlock, Lead Analyst for Education & Training at information analytics firm Outsell.

In summary, while I think in situations where books aren't available, e-readers are better than nothing, however e-readers shouldn't be seen as an ideal educational device.

Promoting the iPad as an educational tool will likely involve not only highlighting the device's past and current success in this area, but also making a concerted, forward - looking sales pitch as well.

Paul Semenza, Senior Vice President, DisplaySearch, also commented on E Ink's announcement, saying that «Color ePaper will enable richer content in eBooks, as well as enabling a broader array of other reading devices, for content such as magazines, newspapers, and educational materials».

In fact, the entire project runs the risk of being scrapped altogether as the present Human Resource Development Minister feels the system has become obsessive with a single device when the focus should be to enable the students have easy access to quality educational content at all levels.

«We're working with a number of major educational publishers to transform their content for epub and kindle, and other devices,» continued Gross, «and it sure seems that all major publishers, as well as smaller [ones], have projects in the wings for at least moving some content over.

Hanvon, which says it controls as much as 70 percent of the Chinese e-reader market, is targeting educational and professional users with a 9.7 - inch - screen device.

Spring Design described the device as «ideal for professional, educational and entertainment markets.»

Companies such as Penguin, for example, have made several educational apps for Apple devices but have yet to produce Android equivalents.

While there are thousands of educational apps in the App Store and its devices are used extensively in schools, Apple has yet to launch any educational content of its own — or formal facilities to enable others, such as publishers, to deliver educational content.

If you're presenting a tablet as an educational aid, encourage the child by searching commonsense.org for age - appropriate apps with high educational value ratings, and pre-load the device with a bunch of them before handing the tablet over.

Excluding the museum audioguide in Andrea Fraser's Little Frank and His Carp (2001)-- wherein the artist roams the atrium of the Frank Gehry - designed Guggenheim Bilbao, theatrically reacting to the museum's explanation of the site — this ubiquitously employed educational device has rarely been repurposed as an artistic medium.

Morgan Lewis advises clients on children's and educational privacy matters, including designing compliant apps, websites, and devices, as well as successfully handling FTC and other government investigations related to children's privacy.

Sources as varied as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the Insurance Institute for Highway safety, and myriad nonprofits and educational institutions have shown that risks for accidents are significantly increased when things such as cellphones, hands - free devices, and on - board electronics are used.

Kno Inc. scrapped its plans to make a signature tablet device and announced a new, singular focus as an educational software company.

Actually, just calling it a screen isn't quite right; as far as I know, this is the first production vehicle with built in applications and games available to passengers, with a bunch of video games (public domain and sorta educational - ish) available even if no tablet or phone or other computing device is available.

Apple wants to position its new entry level 2018 iPad as an education - focused tablet, but given the cemented position more affordable Chromebooks and Windows devices have in educational institutions across North America — especially in often cash - strapped Canadian public school boards — it's unlikely this will happen at a vast number of educational institutions.

The device's companion app features some gaming content intended to entertain its young users as it presents them with a gamified version of the traditional daily step challenge and various educational content in a colorful wrapping.

High - quality Internet connectivity, developmentally appropriate software, and smart and portable devices are helpful in supporting educational technology efforts, as well as family support.