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We missed coding by 30 years

This is a short tech history lesson. Thirty years ago Bill Atkinson gave us Hypercard and the opportunities for personal participation in technology changed. Hypercard is difficult to explain to folks who have never had the opportunity, but the closest … Continue reading

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Stress of advanced degrees

The cost and risk of committing 8 or more years in pursuit of a PhD is more stressful and demanding than many realize. This study indicates that PhD candidates are twice as vulnerable to mental health problems as other well-educated … Continue reading

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Limit the evils you are willing to embrace

Andrew Keen has generated several books focused on the Internet (e.g., The Internet is Not the Answer) and seems to be saying that Internet companies operating in their own interest have to work against working in our best interests. They must … Continue reading

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Facts, lies, propaganda, and fake news

I listen to Jeff Jarvis weekly because participates on a podcast we follow (This Week in Google – TWIG). He is a faculty member in the journalism school at the City University of New York. The YouTube presentation I link … Continue reading

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Technology, education and income

The stock market hit another all time high this past week. President Trump’s claims this is a sign of his success. The statement reminds me of statements made about history – individuals experience history quite differently and the winners get … Continue reading

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Read along

There must be an idea here. Reading along with the Hamilton soundtrack on the Amazon Show. Cindy used to chart music from songs as a reading activity. This required a great deal of time. One way I like to think … Continue reading

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