June 2015
FEATURES
THE BIG TEN
Tech & Learning’s List of the Most Influential People in EdTech for 2015
By Holly Aguirre
● How to Build a Hi-Tech University Rec Center
35TH ANNIVERSARY SERIES
Veteran experts Gwen Solomon and David Warlick reflect on highlights from the past 35 years in edtech
● Walking Amongst Atoms
● The Web Emerges
THE CHROMEBOOK EXPLOSION
By Ellen Ullman
The districts in this story have practiced what we at Tech & Learning preach: You can’t start your 1:1 with the device!
WHAT’S NEW WITH LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
By Shannon Mersand
Learning management systems, like all technology, are continually improving to meet the evolving needs of their users. The following guide compares seven of these systems to help you determine which LMS is best suited to your school.
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS: HOW TO DEVELOP, MAINTAIN, AND SUSTAIN THEM
By Angela Sisi and Kevin Muck
One of the most valuable components of college and career preparation can be partnering with area businesses, colleges, and government.
PRODUCTS
PUT TO THE TEST: T&L EDITORS TAKE SOME NEW PRODUCTS FOR A TEST DRIVE.
● Tripp Lite Tablet Charge and Sync Station Cabinet
WHAT’S NEW: NEW TOOLS FOR SCHOOLS
DEPARTMENTS
EDITOR’S NOTE: NO DULL MOMENTS
LETTERS FROM THE T&L COMMUNITY
BIG IDEAS
● Top10 Web Stories
● BLOG BITS
● TOP TWEETS
● Technology in Education: What Students Think
● SITE WE LIKE SCRATCH: IMAGINE, PROGRAM, SHARE
● T&L Reader Survey Does Your School Have The Tech To Handle Standardized Testing
● The Future of Education?
● Video of the Week Series
● Class Tech Tips
● 2015 National Survey on STEM Education: Key Findings
● Apps of the Day
● 9 Actions to Embrace Cell Phones
● 5 Steps to Fit The Technology With The Learning
● Grants & Contests
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