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Twitter expands character limit

Posted on November 8, 2017 by admin

After a limited test, Twitter has decided to roll out the opportunity to expand tweets to 280 characters. This doubles the existing capacity. While some object based on their reluctance to read longer comments, I think this is a good … Continue reading →

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Newsela explain fall leaf colors

Posted on November 1, 2017 by admin

This is the time of year those of us in the northern U.S. take pictures of foliage. We taunt those in warmer parts of the company who are stuck with the same view all year. I guess they have their … Continue reading →

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Annotation Tools – Resource for college instructors

Posted on October 26, 2017 by admin

I have not written about layering opportunities for some time. I just encountered a site focused on the use of layering tools in college classes – Annotation Tools. The site offers several different categories of information – tool descriptions, ideas … Continue reading →

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Check the methodology

Posted on October 17, 2017 by admin

In general, I am supportive of basing practice on research. However, when research is used to justify practices I disagree with, my first inclination is to examine the methodology of any research cited. Here is an example demonstrating my point. … Continue reading →

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Everyone On

Posted on October 16, 2017 by admin

Access from home is still an educational issue for many. In those situations in which family income is the issue. EveryneOn.org may offer helpful suggestions. Enter a zip code and the site offers options.

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DeVos Priorities

Posted on October 12, 2017 by admin

In general, I believe Betsy DeVos is poorly prepared to serve as Secretary of Education and that with the talent available she was a very uninformed pick. However, since such beliefs cannot influence the decisions made or the decision maker, … Continue reading →

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