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Gmail privacy
Concerns that Google scans your email are surfacing again. I know this sensitivity has been raised again because of the recent revelations regarding the NSA, but how many times do people have to be reminded. Of course Google scans your … Continue reading
STEM crisis is a myth
This ought to get some folks riled up. This article from the IEEE Spectrum argues that the STEM crisis is a myth. Interesting analysis.
More on cyberbullying
CNN has a recent piece on cyberbullying (text and video).
Kahn Interview
If you a fan of Salman Kahn and the Kahn Academy, here is a recent interview.
One Child at a Time
This is a radio program (and text) about technology, tutoring and learning prepared by American Radio Works – technology as a way to customize education. I would describe this as the rediscovery of mastery learning.
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Brain Science Myths in Education
This New Scientist article identifies some of the brain science myths popularized among educators. I tell students neuroscience is still a basic science and far too much is unknown. Claims made at this time are seldom made by the scientists.
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