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Going Mobile Creates Confident Learners

Everything from dating to food delivery has moved to mobile, and learning can benefit from the same mobile experiences as other industries.

March 27, 2017 George Moore Leave a Comment

From dating apps and social experiences, to food delivery services and procuring transportation options, there is no question that smartphones have become intertwined in nearly all aspects of our lives. Mobile devices have provided convenience and access to virtually all we do, engaging users in content around the clock. When applied strategically to the learning […]

7 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Digital Portfolio System

A Director of Innovation and Digital Learning shares how his district chose an e-portfolio platform and uses it to inspire reflective learning.

March 23, 2017 Carl Hooker Leave a Comment

The other day I got on Facebook to catch up with some family and friends when all the sudden, I saw a picture I posted from 2009 with my then 1-year-old daughter from our trip to Hawaii. I looked a little less gray, with a little more hair, and I remember the stress I felt […]

Recent Survey Reveals What Employees of Integrators Value Most

Commercial Integrator conducted a survey of it's famed 40 Under 40 list to learn what moves the needle when it comes to employers, work environment, and the best parts of their jobs.

March 22, 2017 D. Craig MacCormack Leave a Comment

For the past three years, we’ve shared with you our lists of 40-ish young superstars in this industry, dubbing them the 40 CI Influencers Under 40. These people are employees we consider rising stars, not only within their own companies, but in the integration world as a whole. Meanwhile, for the past several years integration […]

3 Ways Lecture Capture Delivers a Successful Online Learning Experience

Technology experts discuss online learning, and three key benefits schools and colleges can receive from investing in lecture capture solutions.

March 21, 2017 Jessica Kennedy Leave a Comment

In order for online learning to give students an effective online education, schools and colleges need to invest in lecture capture solutions. According to Joseph Cilli, the answer as to why schools are moving to online learning is obvious – students want it. Cilli, the director of distance learning at Florida International University (FIU), says […]

Use Digital Signs in Schools to Celebrate Holidays Around the World

Digital signage is a great promotional tool for schools. Study up on the holidays around the world to learn how to use your digital signage system to promote holidays and bring the school together.

March 20, 2017 Ellyce Kelly Leave a Comment

We all know about winter holidays like Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa, as well as Easter and other holidays when schools close. But the year is filled with days of remembrance and celebration. Schools today are increasingly diverse, in both their student bodies and staff. You can use your digital signage to reach out and include […]

11 Online Learning Tools For the Classroom

Try these eleven online learning tools to help your students augment their classroom experience.

March 16, 2017 Jessica Freeman Leave a Comment

Try to imagine how well-developed education would look in your head. In an ideal situation, all students have tablets and use different apps and online learning tools to follow the lecture, take notes, find supportive information, and post questions that the professor will answer at the end of the class. Modern education is not far […]

NEC Display Announces the First Ever Filter-Free LCD Laser Projectors

The world’s first filter-free LCD laser projectors include sealed optical engine, 20,000 hours of maintenance-free performance, and a reduced total cost of ownership.

March 13, 2017 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

NEC Display Solutions of America has announced the NP-PA653UL and NP-PA803UL installation projectors, the world’s first filter-free LCD laser models on the market. The projectors’ laser light sources and sealed optical engines prevent the accumulation of dust particles and give users 20,000 hours of maintenance-free performance. Delivering 6,500 lumens and 8,000 lumens of brightness, respectively, […]

North East Independent School District Amplifies 2,500 Classrooms

March 10, 2017 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

James Hoyer, Assistant Director of Instructional Technology at North East Independent School District (NEISD) Located in San Antonio, Texas, understands the success that happens when the connection between the teacher’s voice and the learner’s mind occurs. In order to improve the listening and learning environment for every child and strengthen the connection between teachers and […]

Capture, Stream and VOD Are Aim for BTX in Product Expansion

BTX is expanding the Reach line of products and hiring Carl D’Agastino in order to strengthen emphasis on video on demand, capture and streaming.

March 7, 2017 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

BTX Technologies recently announced the company will strengthen its capture, streaming and VOD capabilities with the expansion of the Reach product line and the addition of Carl D’Agostino to the staff as AV over IP business manager. Reach offers video encoding, live streaming and VOD distribution from either a single appliance or using a system-wide […]

Interview: George Dotterer of NetRef Talks Student Internet Usage

George Dotterer, CEO and Co-Founder of NetRef, speaks about the why he created NetRef and how it can help educational institutions.

March 7, 2017 TD Staff Leave a Comment

TechDecisions spoke with George Dotterer, CEO and Co-Founder of NetRef, about what the company’s internet access and management solution can do for teachers, students and educational institutions. How and why was NetRef created? The idea for NetRef came about after hearing the challenges of incorporating devices in the classroom from friends and family of ours […]