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More on notes
This is a follow up to a previous post suggesting that Sketch Notes will overload the cognitive processing capacity of learners attempting to store content from a presentation. I suggested that Sketch Notes could be a productive method for some … Continue reading
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Sketch Notes
Sometimes I encounter an educational idea that conflicts with the way I have learned to think about things. I then assume it is my duty to explain why – in a nice way. Sketch Notes (search online) as I understand … Continue reading
Do something
My last couple of posts have raised concerns for the future of the Internet and specifically the role the Internet plays in society and education. When raising concerns, I do think there is some obligation to offer suggestions and propose … Continue reading
Now this makes sense to me
I have been reading a couple of books that on the surface might seem contradictory. The first, “The End of Power”, argues that traditional institutions (government, major religious denominations, newspapers, unions, etc.) have lost respect, members, moral authority, etc. and … Continue reading
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The Internet has lost its groove
I have been reading Andrew Keene’s recent book “The Internet is not the answer.” This book continues Keene’s criticism of Internet trends (first book – Cult of the Amateur). Keen is actually a tech guy, but argues the promise of … Continue reading
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Coolest extension ever
I discovered this in a Tweet and found it difficult to believe. I downloaded the extension and was amazed. A young programmer has developed a browser extension that identifies names of politicians appearing in web content and provides the option of … Continue reading
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