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What tech trends gain traction with teachers
The flipped classroom seems to be a technology supported trend gaining the most acceptance with teachers. This conclusion from Speak Up data.
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Maybe everyone does not need to code
Ever find yourself in one of those situations where you think your friends have gone too far, but you are afraid to say so. I think ed tech types may feel this way about coding (I do). While coding (in … Continue reading
Snow Goose Crisis
The local paper had a piece today on the Snow Goose crisis. It is an interesting situation for biologists. The snow goose is doing very well and this is not good. The breeding grounds for the goose is above the … Continue reading
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Is it the end of Glass
Robert Scoble addresses concerns that Google will give up on Google Glass. Does Google give up to quickly? Were expectations too high?
Google docs is free
Why use Google docs rather than the new Microsoft services. Eric Schmidt suggests that free is better. Note Eric Schmidt spot on Chicagoland (BTW – an interesting documentary).
FERPA and Social Media
A lawyer comments on FERPA as it relates to social media use in schools. One thing I have learned – advice is just that. Laws are often too vague to cover specific situations. I assume the phrase “case law” explains … Continue reading