Tag Archives: online
Zoom declared safe or at least safer
Zoom, the video collaboration environment that had such a rapid rise to popularity, was abandoned by many over concerns for privacy and problems with unknown users adding inappropriate content (zoombombing). Although easy to use, these problems caused many educational institutions … Continue reading
Insight into online learning for all
The expectation that all K12 students would have to spend at least some time learning online caught everyone by surprise. Approaches had to be initiated quickly by those without previous experience. While still early in the process, initial reactions have … Continue reading
Zoom security upgrade
Zoom is making some security adjustments in response to widespread criticism. For business customers, Zoom now allows the selection of a server location avoiding the concern that content would be routed through China. Education users will now have passwords by … Continue reading
How much time?
Educators now teaching online, whether experienced in this environment or not, may be tired of those they consider “outsiders” trying to offer advice and suggestions. At least, this is impression I get from following social media. I hope most of … Continue reading
Apple’s missed opportunities?
Apple just announced new products and services emphasizing impressive upgrades to its tablets and notebooks. Among the other things mentioned were changes made to FaceTime within the new operating system. What I found interesting about the changes to Facetime was … Continue reading
Apple sees opportunity online by emphasizing vetted content
It is interesting to see major tech companies probe about for online opportunities. Apple appears to believe it has openings by first emphasizing privacy and now vetted information. TechCrunch reports to Apple has purchased Texture. If you are unfamiliar with Texture, … Continue reading