Interactive technologies like gamification, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR) are reshaping classrooms, offering immersive and engaging learning experiences. These advancements have a profound impact on educational outcomes, with studies showing that gamified learning increases student engagement and retention.
Interactive Learning and Inclusion: Transforming Learning Through Reward Systems
Topics: Education Technology, edtech, gamification, Podcast, education trends, Unbox Innovation, education
The Boxlight development team is excited to share a new release of our popular MimioStudio interactive display software, available now. This update introduces a new startup window and file sharing community for our users and grants access to our latest MyClass software.
Topics: MimioStudio, Update, #firmware
The Boxlight development team is excited to share a new release of our popular OKTOPUS interactive presentation software, available now. This update introduces a new startup window, user experience improvements, and integration with Boxlight's NEW MyClass software!
We're excited to share a preview of the upcoming MimioPro 4 firmware release scheduled for July 29th, 2024. This update introduces the MyFrontRow App which brings Boxlight and FrontRow together in a seamless experience. We've also included a number of exciting updates to existing apps that will give admins more options to streamline broadcasting, screen-mirroring, and insights into panel details.
Topics: Update, MimioPro 4, #firmware
Enhanced Learning Environments: An Opportunity in New School Building Projects
Nationally, school building projects have a budget that has a multi-billion dollar price tag, with additional billions dedicated to communications and audiovisual technologies. This significant investment, coupled with more money allocated for educational technology updates by school districts, marks a transformative period in educational infrastructure. With the stakes high, it’s an interesting test to see how these newly integrated technologies enhance the design of 21st-century learning environments.
Topics: Education Technology, edtech, technology, Podcast, Unbox Innovation, schools, school improvement
In today's classrooms, integrating technology can be both a blessing and a challenge. As an educator and former classroom teacher, I understand firsthand how complex tech systems—such as Learning Management Systems (LMS), alerts, intercoms, audio solutions, and digital signage—can sometimes feel like they're working against us rather than with us.
Topics: Education Technology, edtech, technology, student learning, UNITY Campus
Boxlight proudly announces that 8 of its solutions earned Best of Show awards at this year’s ISTELive edtech conference in Denver, Colorado. Recognizing edtech excellence, these awards from Tech & Learning spotlight solutions that transform global education. Judges evaluated products based on ease of use, value, market uniqueness, and impact on teacher effectiveness and student achievement.
Topics: Education Technology, awards, edtech, technology, ISTE, education
Meteor Watch: Engaging Students in the Exploration of Space
Although most schools are out for summer, June 30th marks National Meteor Watch Day, celebrating the wonder of meteors, also known as shooting stars. Add this activity to your teacher toolbox to ignite curiosity and expand your students' understanding of our universe. Plan now for an unforgettable classroom experience.
Topics: Science Lessons, STEM Lessons, STEM education, hands-on learning
Exciting news for educators, administrators, and IT staff: Boxlight is launching a new technology, unmatched in its capabilities that everyone can agree on and will love. FrontRow UNITY and FrontRow UNITY Campus are first-of-its-kind ed tech solutions that completely unify technology both within the class and school. With UNITY, the ability to instruct, announce, and alert is taken to a completely new level. Compact yet powerful, UNITY boosts student engagement and well-being. Easy to install, use, update, and upgrade.
Topics: Education Technology, Student Engagement, campus communication, campus safety, UNITY, UNITY Campus
Boxlight Unveils Next-Gen Solutions for Campus Communication and Interactive Learning at ISTELive 24
At Boxlight, we know that modern schools face unique challenges, and our goal is to provide tech that’s easy to integrate and use. This year, we’re thrilled to showcase our latest solutions, including FrontRow Unity, TimeSign, and Xploris at ISTELive 24 in Denver, CO from June 24-26.
Topics: Education Technology, edtech, steam education, campus communication, ISTE, education, interactive learning