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Public doubts quality of online instruction
US News and World Report (wow I have not read this publication in a long time) offers an article summarizing a Gallup poll focused on online instruction. Respondents like the convenience and economy of online experiences, but still question the … Continue reading
First iPhone Demo
If you are into the history of digital technology (one aspect of history we have experienced), you may find this NYTimes description of Steve Job’s demo of the first iPhone to be of interest. This is a detailed account of … Continue reading
Flickr Upgrade
Yahoo (no !) is working hard to attract users who will spend more time in the Yahoo environment. Flickr, the one service I use extensively, has been part of the new offerings. First the service itself was improved and now … Continue reading
Not there yet
Edutopia offered a recent piece of the potential of dictation in learning to write and writing. This is an interesting to think about and interesting to consider when the tech works effectively how our own writing techniques might change. I … Continue reading
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It is complicated
International testing data are often used by those urging educational reform in the United States. Here is a recent analysis that addresses issues at a deeper level taking factors such as SES into account. Very complex: For example: Because in … Continue reading
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iOS7 Filtering Problem
There has been a great deal of recent commentary regarding hacked iPads in California schools. I wonder if any of this is due to inherent flaws in the OS.
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