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Google begins pilot program to integrate Chromebooks into public schools
In 2010 Google first introduced its Chromebooks into classrooms, and were quickly adopted soon after. Individuals were pleased with the fact that the devices could be easily managed and secure, and these devices revolutionized education; students were now able to access digital resources at school. -
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Educational Technology Timeline 2010-2020
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iPads Are Invented
In 2010 Steve Jobs unveiled the iPad, a medium-sized tablet that acted almost as a laptop but was touchscreen. The educational potential was soon grasped by many and tablets became more widely disseminated within schools as this invention brought much innovation in terms of applications relating to academia. -
Khan Academy becomes increasingly popular
Though it was introduced first in 2008, Khan Academy grew in popularity in the early 2010s after raising over $10 million in the summer of 2011. In 2010, they collaborated with the Los Altos School District and were so successful that the school implemented its instruction into the school's curriculum. In 2012, however, the site became widely used in public institutions and more students became enumerated with the site's content. -
Smartphones become vastly disseminated in U.S. society
Though their introduction occurred before 2013, smartphones became increasingly popular around the year 2013, and their potential to revolutionize education was once again quickly grasped by several entities. -
Google Classroom Launches
In 2014, Google Classroom was first introduced to the public and was advertised to be revolutionary for teachers. This application was intended to streamline education and allow teachers to disseminate information and grades at an unprecedented speed. The manner in which individuals could now share files and collaborate with one another was extremely transformative for the field of education. -
Massive advancements in AI found uses in educational settings
The use of AI extends throughout the entire ten-year span, but in 2015 Google made massive advancements in its image recognition software. This software facilitated the creation of many accessibility devices and applications. -
Virtual Reality devices become more available as Oculus releases its first headset
Virtual reality devices have countless applications and are becoming increasingly popular in educational settings. Virtual reality is extremely innovative, different, and engaging for students and offers an entirely new way for teachers to fulfill the curriculum.