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Researchers try tech tack to curb youth obesity
A team of researchers from the University of Arizona hopes to turn children's ubiquitous use of computers and social-networking programs into an exercise routine that could put a dent in…
Lenovo service disables laptops with text message
If a Lenovo laptop is lost or stolen, now there is a new way to remotely shut it down, reports PC World: Just text it. Lenovo plans to announce on…
Conn. district explores ubiquitous computing
In the not-so-distant future, the Milford, Conn., schools will have full wireless access, and students will bring their own laptops to school, reports the Connecticut Post. …
College presidents give back some pay
In the week since the Chronicle of Higher Education published its annual survey of university presidents' pay--a week in which the nation's economic troubles worsened--several of the highest-paid presidents said…
Promise them an iPod and they will come?
School leaders have a new idea about how to attract students to North Rowan High School in North Carolina, reports the Salisbury Post: Promise them a high-tech gadget. …
Technology helps shatter limits of disability
A web site with information on learning disabilities, a national research center for studying advanced technologies, and a web site for those who are dealing with traumatic brain injuries: These…
Four trends that could change everything
Several trends, already firmly established, now seem poised to exert a significant impact on international relations and human interaction. As a result, educators might do well to take heed of…
Teen’s cyber suicide raises questions
The family of a college student who killed himself live on the internet say they're horrified his life ended before a virtual audience--and infuriated that viewers of the live webcam…
States disagree greatly on Amber Alert criteria
Authorities count hundreds of Amber Alert cases across the country as success stories when they start explaining why the politically popular bulletins are so important. Yet, despite a federal law…
Plea deal ends case in teacher porn allegation
Former Norwich, Conn., substitute teacher Julie Amero has reached a plea deal to end a long-running case in which she was accused of exposing middle school students to online pornography,…