Category Archives: Android

Revolting against planned obsolescence.

Posted on May 22, 2016 by AlanP

I bought my first smartphone – an HTC Desire – about 5 years ago. The reviews lauded how it was excellent value and cutting edge technology. CNET gave it 9.5 out of 10. The first thing I think I learnt … Continue reading →

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A winning formula for a snappy, engaging, smartphone classroom

Posted on February 27, 2015 by AlanP

What if your class only had smartphones, not tablets or laptops? My students have a mixture of Android and Apple phones. So that eliminates using any app that isn’t on both app markets. Even so, I’m reluctant to request that … Continue reading →

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Android and Microsoft best tablets for sharing at schools?

Posted on December 29, 2014 by AlanP

If you are a teacher using a shared set of iPads (or, more to the point, the person who has the job of advocating and troubleshooting such an approach) over a whole school or between some classes, have you asked … Continue reading →

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