This is a part of a series on mobile devices available for learning. Category: These are very small touch screen devices — smaller than a tablet but not a cell phone! (These devices have the capability to install a variety
The ideal MP3 player – the ongoing search
Sandisk has been continuing to refine their MP3 players and come out with a few new models. I’ve been trying out the Sansa Clip and really like it. It has all the features I look for in a good MP3
Free online workshop
Well, the workshop on “Using Mobile Technology to Differentiate Instruction” that I wrote about earlier is pretty well finished. I’m really happy with the content in it and think this is a great resource for schools using mobile tech and
Trying to make iPod content interactive
With all the iPods that are out there and the power of mobile devices to differentiate instruction, I’ve been looking at various ways to incorporate more interactivity into iPod content. I started with Quizzler, a program that I really love
New media player/recorder options
In the ongoing quest to find the best sub-$100 media player with a built-in voice recorder, I’ve just spent some time looking at Sandisk’s new offerings, and I like them. The reason I haven’t liked Sandisk’s low- to mid-range players
Michigan's proposal for an MP3 player for every student
Michigan has a new legislative proposal on the table to purchase an iPod or other MP3 player for every student (not surprisingly probably influenced by Apple). Interesting, but wouldn’t a handheld that could play music and video podcasts, as well
Good MP3 player for schools
If you’re looking for an inexpensive MP3 player, I love the Philips GoGear 1 GB player. It has two features that are great for schools: rechargeable batteries and a built-in voice recorder. It also has a very convenient retractable USB