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iPads and Tablets
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 Digital Textbook Playbook
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." -
Children's Online Protection
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 Classroom
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 Badge Fun
Digital badges were a way to motivate students and allow them to collect proof of their classes and other achievements. -
Artificial Intelligence Gains Traction
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. -
COVID-19 Pandemic: Lockdown
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.