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In 2010, we began to see large dispursment of tablets and iPads to society, where they became a household staple. They will play a large part in education for children. -
The first introduction to the world of technology for educators- it provided a guide to navigating the tech world and building what they called "a rich learning experience." -
In 2013, the Revised Children's Online Privacy Protection Act becomes active, ensuring that children's privacy is better protected when online by including more things in the definition of their privacy. -
Google launched another portion of Google Suites, Google Classroom, which essentially moves everything to a digital version, allowing for easier organization and working from home. -
Digital badges were a way to motivate students and allow them to collect proof of their classes and other achievements. -
Artificial Intelligence is something that intrigued computer people and scientists for years, and in 2019 it finally launched and became accessible to the public. It would have a popularity resurgence in 2013. -
During Spring of 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic was spreading rapidly throughout the world, schools had a very short timespan to figure out how education could continue at a distance. By using applications and softwares such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Canvas, students were able to attend lectures, submit assignments, and continue learning at a safe distance away. It has been the largest use of technology in the educational setting.