[plug] iPads in WA schools

[Alexander Hartner]

I was only trying to point out that using something other than an iPad would actually be more useful to students. Naturally I would prefer it if open standards were used by those websites. 

:-)
Alex


On 10/04/2013, at 11:26 AM, Kevin Shackleton <krshackleton at gmail.com> wrote:

> Isn't Flash aimed at monopolising their niche, same as the IPad?  Battling to see one is morally superior to the other.
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Kevin.
> 
> 
> On 10 April 2013 10:12, Alexander Hartner <alex at j2anywhere.com> wrote:
> Hi Plug,
> 
> I am indeed also worried about this trend. One consideration I want to add is the lack of flash support. Both my kids use a number of websites which require flash. Some of which may have natives apps for iOS available though.
> 
> Fortunately these devices are not prescribed just yet and as parents we still have options available to us. Maybe take this up with your kids school and P&C. Most likely they not even aware of all the great options available to them.
> 
> Regards
> Alex
> 
> 
> On 08/04/2013, at 11:54 AM, Andrew Cooks <acooks at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> > Hi Plug
> >
> > Is anyone else concerned about the iPad monoculture that is
> > infiltrating the school system? Is this a repeat of the mistakes that
> > led to Microsoft gaining a monopoly over a whole generation of people?
> >
> > Looking forward to your responses.
> >
> > a.
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