Android accounts for 92% of mobile malware, malicious apps increase 614% By Neil Hughes A new study on smartphone malware has found that 92 percent of nefarious mobile software is targeted at Google's Android platform, and the amount of attacks are growing. The latest data released on Wednesday by Juniper Networks reveals that Android malware has grown at a "staggering rate" over the last three years. In 2010, it accounted for just 24 percent of all mobile malware, while as of this March the platform accounts for nearly all of it. In the last year alone, the total number of malicious apps has grown 614 percent to 276,259. Of the malicious apps tracked by Juniper, three out of five emanated from either China or Russia.Most Android malware could be avoided if users were running the latest operating system, but Juniper's data says only 4 percent of users are. Almost three-fourths of mobile malware turn a profit by tricking users into sending text messages to premium-rate numbers owned by attackers.
10 Ways to Optimize Your iPad for Kids With Special Needs When we think about ways the iPad has changed the world, our minds usually shoot to publishing, entertainment, or mobile communication. For the community of people living with disabilities, the iPad may have broken even more ground. The iOS device is not only cool, but provides education, therapy and, of course, entertainment. Last summer, Mashable explored ways iPads are making these changes. Noah began using his iPad when he was two and was assessed to be 12 months behind with language and cognition. SEE ALSO: 4 Ways iPads Are Changing the Lives of People With Disabilities Rahman recently released his book Getting Started: iPads for Special Needs. 1. One of the biggest differences between the iPad 2 and the new iPad is retina display, which can create an incredible visual experience. The iPad 2, however, offers a major advantage over the original iPad — cameras. When it comes to choosing the right size, Rahman says most social needs apps are not too large. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. "Really?" 7.
11 (Almost) Free Mind Mapping Apps for the iPad | TEL@Tees Mind mapping is a method that works for quite a lot of people. Brain storming, idea mapping, thought generation, think tanks – call it what you will. Traditionally done on large pieces of paper, why not use your iPad to create mind maps? Edit (October 2013) After some chats with Tim Foster, the developer of Cell Storm I feel it appropriate to draw your attention to some interesting and relevant points he had made. Summary of apps reviewed Click the icon to go to the website, or click the title to go to a more detailed review. Inspiration Maps Lite This is a nice straightforward tool, with the added benefit of being able to create your maps either visually or via text. Mindomo Probably my favourite app reviewed, Mindomp is an all round performer with lots of nice visual touches. Cell Storming Free Whilst I admire this rather off the wall app, I felt it didn’t really work. DropMind® Lite A pretty simple looking app that crashed extensively on my iPad. Grafio Lite MindMeister Idea Sketch MindGenius
Warum Tablets im Unterricht? Didaktische Relevanz Studien belegen, dass Tablet Computing zur Schlüsselkompetenz wird und daher auch in den schulischen Alltag integriert werden sollte. Horizon Report 2013 Der Horizon Report ist eine internationale Studie, in der Technologietrends in Bezug auf ihren Einfluss auf den Bildungsbereich untersucht werden. Er zählt weltweit zu den aktuellsten und angesehensten Informationsquellen bezüglich der Verwendung neuer Technologien im Bildungsbereich. In der Ausgabe von 2013 bildet Tablet Computing eine eigene von sechs Kategorien. JIM Studie 2012 Die JIM Studie des Medienpädagogischen Forschungsverbunds Südwest, die den Medienumgang von Jugendlichen im Alter zwischen 12 und 19 Jahren untersucht, belegt, dass die Nutzung von Tablets stark zunimmt und mittlerweile bereits über der Nutzung von MP3-Playern liegt. Die BITKOM-Trendumfrage aus dem Jahr 2013 zeigt, dass Cloudcomputing und Mobile Computing die Spitzengruppe anführen. Organisatorische Vorteile gegenüber dem Computerraum
Our App Reviews A part of what we love so much about technology and education is piloting apps to see if they really increase student achievement, engagement and content knowledge. Here's a list of our apps that we have reviewed-hope that you find them helpful! Let us know if you are wondering about any apps out there--we have probably used them, just haven't gotten to write about them yet! And please let us know if you are using a great app that we should look into! PS-They are alphabetical for your viewing pleasure! 123 Number Magic Line 4 Dice: Fraction Games Animals iMix Chirp Coin Math colAR Mix Confer Drawing Pad Educreations Fetch! Friendly Shapes Futaba Classroom Games Learning Numbers by Little Sorter Levelbook Little Speller Monster Squeeze by Everyday Math Puppet Workshop Read Me Stories 30 Book Library Record of Reading Stick Pick Symbaloo Word Wizard
How the iPad Is Changing Education The iPad may only be two years old, but it’s already begun to change many things. Reading is one of them. Work is another. It is selling like crazy, but it will be some time before most of the people you know own a tablet. The market for this type of device may only be in its infancy, but it’s already becoming clear how it will revolutionize certain aspects our lives. In January, Apple made good on its late CEO’s vision to enter the digital textbook market with the launch of iBooks 2 and the iBooks Author production tool for e-books. The iPad: An Obvious Use Case for Education In a way, Apple didn’t enter the education market. Chicago’s public school district was one of those early adopters, having brought iPads into a number of its classrooms and even allowing students to take them home. Does It Help Learning? There’s also some early evidence that an iPad could provide a more engaging learning experience and might even improve student performance. The Value for Self Education
10 Sencillos trucos para el uso de iPad en Clase - PacMac iPAD 4 SCHOOLS One of the reasons I’m always keen on the idea of leading a school is that it’s never been easier and more fun to document the amazing life of a school and publish it to the world. I have seen a number of examples, both online and in person, of leaders running what seem to be live feeds of the day’s activities. This becomes one of the most powerful forms of feedback for the students, marketing for the school and parents absolutely love it! It’s school life that leaders should be sticking their iPhones & iPads in to! Many, if not all Principals these days have a smart phone and many have and iPad too. Unfortunately, due either to a reluctance to ask for help from the staff or worse, a lack of interest in classroom activity, many of these multi-talented devices simply get used for email and calls. So, here is a list of ideas regarding how leaders can use their devices more effectively to lead and promote the good work of both staff and students. In-School Photo feed “Document the Day.”
Using iPad Screencasting for Feedback and Assessment Screencasting is the process of capturing the screen interactions on your computer - usually along with an audio narrative. It's been a very effective method for creating screen based tutorials on computer for a number of years. With the advent of screencasting apps on the iPad, screencasting has now become a great option for the creation of multimedia student presentations. It can be used for any number of student projects such as illustrating and explaining the solution to a problem in mathematics, creating tutorials for apps, commenting and annotating an essay, document or article, and more. Instead of simply requiring students to answer a question, the use of screencasting allows them to illustrate and verbalize their thoughts and explanations. Explain Everything supports a wide range of content for creating screencasts Explain Everything There are few screencasting apps that have the tools and flexibility of the Explain Everything app. Using Screencasts for Feedback 1. 2. 3. 4.
Top 20 Must-Have Educational iPhone & iPad Apps - List Of Must-Have Educational iPhone & iPad Apps | Tech Holik Rating: 5.0/5 (1 vote cast) With advent of technology, nearly everything has changed. Even the ways with what we learn things have changed a great deal. Mobile technology has become integral part of some educational institutions. A large number of educational institutions have switched to e-books and electronic gadgets and have discontinued using paper notebooks, etc. There are institutions that provide access of mobile technology, both to teachers and students, and such educational houses have embraced iPhones, iPads, and iPod Touches in their educational system. In this way, they are communicating with larger number of students and inspiring their creativity at the same time. Today, we bring you 20 of the best and must-have educational apps for your iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. List Of Must-Have Educational iPhone & iPad Apps Star Walk Star Walk is an app for kids who have interest in astronomy. BrainPOP Featured Movie BrainPop is an app that has set of different educational movies. Art