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COVID and the digital divide
This article from EdSurge makes an interesting point about COVID. The claim is that while COVID did not create the digital divide and the possible impact on learning, it did require that everyone recognize the problem. Far more learners than … Continue reading
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60 Minutes on University Openings
This week’s edition of 60 Minutes included a segment on the issues involved in a Fall reopening of campus-based college classes. College students don’t always make good decisions.
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Personal insights into racism
I have been trying to personalize the issue of racism. Like many, I assume, I don’t see that I am racist in the sense that a racist is a “bad person” who uses derogatory labels, avoids interaction, or overtly mistreats … Continue reading
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Apple discontinuing iBooks Author
Apple has announced that as of July 1 it will be discontinuing iBooks Author. While I am not surprised and felt iBooks Author had languished for many years, the early potential of this product seemed great. Apple never bothered to … Continue reading
Noun Project Graphics
The Noun Project is a large collection of graphics offered for use by content creators for a reasonable price. As an educator, I have a $20 a year subscription to the service and some of the icons you see in … Continue reading
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WSJ says remote learning didn’t work
The Wall Street Journal just ran a piece offering a very negative summary of the Spring remote learning attempts of K12 educators. [BTW – if you are interested in articles from the WSJ, I would recommend paying for Apple’s news … Continue reading
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