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Access to the tool is not the same as a solution to the problem
I just encountered this blog post and in reaction submitted a comment: Improving Education Using Technology As big an advocate for educational technology as I am, my professional experience as an educational psychologist (research and observational) suggests that the availability of … Continue reading
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Knowing and knowing what they know
What is it a good teacher knows? He/she knows what is being taught AND whether students know what is being taught. A recent study (summarized by Willingham) evaluated what middle school science teachers knew about physical science with an emphasis … Continue reading
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YouTube iOS upgrade
Google has upgraded the YouTube iOS app to allow more sophisticated video production capabilities. I can’t claim to find the potential of postproduction editing on a phone that intriguing, but it is possible if you find yourself in the situation … Continue reading
Google wins present legal round on its book scan project
Google has for many years scanned large numbers of books including many covered by copyright. Making content from this process available has brought legal challenges from the copyright holders. However, if you try Google Books you can see the benefits. … Continue reading
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Google Play for Education
Google has moved to bring apps to the education tablet market. The change from the existing Google approach involves moving beyond the online resources of Google to now include Google Play (the app store) for tablets and a management system.
The nasty politics of education
We have grown used to name calling in the political sphere. Citizens evidently like their politicians to talk tough. This article from Politico shows how political leaders are resorting to the same language. Again, these individuals are likely playing to … Continue reading
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