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The term Educational Technology is thrown around casually in education and we should define it more carefully. For starters, Educational Technology is not IT in an educational space. IT in an educational space is still IT. Educational Technology is fundamentally about learning and innovation through thinking, asking questions, and then taking action when necessary. IT on the other hand is fundamentally about reacting to problems by focusing on the immediate problem and doing something finite about it. Educational Technology is proactively leading innovation and change through shaping mindsets by tackling problems in chorus with each other. It doesn't just replace an iPad because a teacher said it wasn't working and asked for it to be replaced. No, that is still IT. Educational Technology asks what role the iPad is serving, what is the desired learning outcome, and how does that relate to learning in other classrooms and later in life. Educational Technology innovates a solution that will lead to fostering growth for all parties involved. Maybe there is a better way than an iPad. ⛔IT makes itself irreplaceable by making everyone dependent on it to function. ✅Educational Technology makes itself irreplaceable by empowering everyone to operate independent of it to function. ⛔IT exists intertwined with technology and could not exist without it. ✅Educational Technology exists divorced from the technology and tools. It is a mindset, a framework, a way of leading others to believe in themselves. To sum it up: ⛔IT Is about bandaids on problems. ✅Educational Technology is about learning and innovating so that the problem no longer exists. Enjoy the rest of your weekend with your newfound knowledge. #k12education #edtech #IT #lifelonglearning #innovation

🎓 The Future of K-12 Education is Here: Technology Transforming Student Success Through Personalized Learning Recent research reveals exciting trends reshaping how students learn and succeed in K-12 education. As we move through 2025, three key developments are revolutionizing classrooms: 🤖 **AI-Powered Personalized Learning**: Artificial intelligence is moving from buzzword to practical classroom tool, with 97% of district leaders recognizing AI's potential. Adaptive learning platforms now analyze individual student cognitive profiles in real-time, adjusting content difficulty and learning paths to match each student's unique needs. Teachers report 42% reduction in administrative tasks, allowing more focus on personalized instruction. 🎯 **Cognitive Learning Profiles Drive Differentiation**: Schools are embracing universal design principles that accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities. By understanding each student's cognitive learning profile, educators can tailor instruction to support visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners while fostering critical thinking and higher-order problem-solving skills. 📱 **Mobile-First Engagement**: With 95% of parents owning smartphones, schools are meeting families where they are. Mobile learning platforms and parent communication apps create seamless connections between home and school, supporting student success through enhanced family engagement. The evidence is clear: when technology aligns with cognitive science and personalized learning approaches, student outcomes improve dramatically. Schools implementing these strategies report higher engagement, better retention, and more inclusive learning environments. As educational leaders, we must embrace these innovations while ensuring equitable access for all students. The future of education isn't just digital—it's deeply personal. #EdTech #PersonalizedLearning #K12Education #CognitiveLearning #StudentSuccess #EducationTechnology #DifferentiatedInstruction #AIinEducation #DigitalLearning #EducationInnovation #LearningProfiles #AdaptiveLearning

In many parts of India, schools dream of digital classrooms but grapple with unpredictable internet. Imagine a solution that makes connectivity challenges disappear, where lessons flow smoothly, students stay engaged, and teachers don’t miss a beat, even when the network falters. Roombr’s low-bandwidth digital classroom equipment turns that dream into reality: from powerful offline interactive displays to AI-driven assessments, it empowers educators to teach without limits. Step into the future, where every classroom (no matter how remote) becomes a hub of vibrant, uninterrupted learning. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/d-nhawXc #EdTech #DigitalClassroom #LowBandwidth #InclusiveEducation #RoombrInnovation

As students and parents settle into the back-to-school routine, many are asking the same question: How do we help young people manage technology in a way that supports learning and well-being? From Finland to Australia, governments and schools are rethinking how devices are used. The evidence is clear: technology can empower learning — but overuse and distraction can undermine it. In a new piece for TES, IB parent William Doyle and I write that digital well-being must be recognised as a core 21st-century skill. Students need to know not only how to use technology but also how to master it. Read our five practical steps schools and families can take to build healthier relationships with digital tools, including one tip for us adults that’s easy to say, harder to live by.

An excellent reflection with guidance about digital wellbeing. Digital wellbeing should, in my view, be explicitly taught alongside emotional regulation - they are deeply intertwined. Ai can be a transformative learning tool when used strategically and mindfully. In my practice with neurodivergent students, I have been explicitly teaching them how to ethically use Ai as a digital tutor and thinking partner, and explicitly teaching them about cognitive debt vs cognitive empowerment supported by evidence, as part of a support programme underpinned by self-regulated learning. It is very humbling to see students understanding and making great use of Ai to compensate for learning difficulties without compromising their own thinking, and using Ai as a tool that empowers them to take ownership of their own learning. Students need guidance, not prohibition.

I deeply connect with the ideas shared below. Three key takeaways for me: 1️⃣ Digital wellbeing must be seen as a core 21st-century skill – students should learn to master it with purpose and balance. 2️⃣ The risks of overuse are real – OECD and UNESCO warn that excessive screen time undermines learning, focus, sleep, and mental health. 3️⃣ A collective effort is needed – schools, families, and policymakers must work together: teaching self-regulation, setting limits, encouraging real-world experiences, and leading by example. On a personal note, my intuition around this began when I led the digitalization of Genesis College before the pandemic. Today, this path continues with my CIPD Level 7 research on wellbeing in schools, and joining the European Digital Education Hub Digital Education Hub feels like another step forward in connecting innovation with wellbeing. Highly recommend the article below by the esteemed Olli-Pekka Heinonen and William Doyle for its practical steps for educators and parents alike. #IBeducation #Digitalwellbeing #CIPD

Digital wellbeing: the vital skill for 21st-century learners. An excellent initiative, as it advances toward achieving a more harmonious, rational, and humane academic development of device use within educational communities, while also anticipating the growth that AI has experienced since its initial development in the 1940s and the exponential advance of new language models in the last five years, which will accelerate even further in the next three years. Awareness and deep knowledge are part of learning for everyone.

⚡ Why IQSHARP IFPD Stands Out While many Interactive Flat Panels focus on display quality, IQSHARP goes beyond — integrating intelligence, interactivity, and innovation in one ecosystem: ✅ AI-Enhanced Learning: Unlike traditional panels, IQSHARP’s inbuilt AI engine allows real-time assistance, adaptive content suggestions, and smart annotation. ✅ Custom-Built for Classrooms: Preloaded with educational apps, teaching tools, and subject-wise AI content aligned to K-12 standards. ✅Seamless Multi-OS Support: Works flawlessly with both Android and Windows environments for flexibility and easy connectivity. ✅ Voice & Touch Fusion: Teachers can control lessons hands-free through voice commands or multi-touch gestures — making teaching smoother and more dynamic. ✅ Powerful Hardware: Backed by 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, crystal-clear 4K UHD display, and 20+ touch points — ensuring a fast, lag-free and collaborative experience. ✅ Smart Content Access: Instantly fetch videos, articles, and AI-generated materials on any topic without switching devices — saving time and boosting engagement. ✅ Future-Ready Design: Designed to evolve with classroom technology trends — from hybrid learning to AI-driven pedagogy. Teachers gain a digital co-teacher. Students experience interactive, personalized, and engaging learning. Institutions step confidently into the AI-powered era of education.  Let’s shape the future of learning together. If you’re ready to bring AI intelligence, voice control, and real-time knowledge into your classrooms, let’s connect. IQSHARP is redefining what an Interactive Panel can do — not just as a display, but as an educational partner. #IQSHARP #EdTech #AIinEducation #SmartClassroom #InteractivePanel #FutureOfLearning #TeachingInnovation #DigitalEducation #IQSHARP #SmartClassroom #InteractivePanel #AIinEducation #DigitalLearning #TeachingInnovation #FutureOfLearning #EdTech #AIClassroom #EducationTechnology #SmartEducation #AIInteractivePanel #SmartTeaching #DigitalTransformation #HybridLearning #SmartBoard #EducationInnovation #LearningTechnology #TechInEducation #AIForTeachers #AIForStudents #ClassroomTechnology #ModernLearning #EdTechIndia #InteractiveDisplay #InnovationInEducation #SmartSchools #IFPD #NextGenEducation #STEMEducation #21stCenturyLearning #AIinSchools #LearningReimagined #SmartLearning

When the Ministry of Education announced in early 2023 that every public-school classroom would receive a set of tablets, many observers called the plan ambitious; few guessed how quickly it would reshape daily teaching. By September, more than 2.4 million devices had been delivered, backed by nationwide broadband upgrades and a new cloud-based learning management system. The hardware drop was only the first step. Teachers completed a fast-track certification in digital pedagogy, while publishers rushed to convert textbooks into interactive modules. Classrooms that once relied on photocopies now mix real-time polling apps, augmented-reality science labs and AI-powered reading coaches. Attendance in remote rural districts is up 7 percent because lessons can be streamed live or downloaded for offline study. Preliminary assessments show a 12 percent jump in math proficiency where blended routines are consistently used. Challenges remain—device maintenance, screen-time balance and cybersecurity—but parent surveys report higher engagement and individualized feedback. The initiative has moved the conversation from “Should we blend?” to “How can we improve the blend?”, establishing a digital baseline that was unthinkable a year ago. #milestonesinhistory #educationhistory #DigitalTransformation #InnovativeTeaching #TechInEducation #BlendedLearning #FutureOfClassrooms #EdTechRevolution