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Pick 3
K12 schools have already started or will start very soon so suggesting key online services educators should be familiar with is probably a little late. I agree, but I just encountered this list (50 Web 2.0 sites for schools) and … Continue reading
Using data to promote data literacy
As I have explored the topic for which I have yet to find a suitable descriptive phrase, I have encountered similar existing initiatives. Claiming originality should always be done with great care. One source I intend to use for several … Continue reading
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Data are everywhere
First, data is plural [when it refers to information and not used as an example of a word]. It is the version of datum used to indicate more than one datum. It is difficult to keep that straight as it … Continue reading
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Party platforms addressing education
There is no new Republican platform this year. The 2016 platform is carried over. A set of goals broken down by area was released [https://www.donaldjtrump.com/media/trump-campaign-announces-president-trumps-2nd-term-agenda-fighting-for-you]. Here are the two goals for education (I assume K12). Not making this up. I … Continue reading
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Data Literacy
Several months ago I developed a series of posts focused on the development of data literacy. I happen to see this as a more universal priority than a focus such as coding and computational literacy. Because those who read this … Continue reading
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WordPress and Apple
I am writing this post on my iPad using the WordPress app just to see that I still can. WordPress is among multiple companies complaining about the 30% Apple expects to distribute their apps through the Apple store. I can’t … Continue reading
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