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Don’t avoid tough topics
I stumbled across this post from a sixth-grade teacher about how she handles tough topics in her classroom. The issue of what teachers at all levels should discuss in their classrooms seems under added scrutiny as some politicians make claims … Continue reading
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Studying an ebook
We just finished an update to our integrating technology textbook. In addition to new content, we transitioned our Kindle book from reflowable to fixed format. This distinction is explained in another post and the fixed format is argued to be … Continue reading
Is iTunes the platform model for the future of education
This post from Amy Ahean offers a futuristic view of higher education. She sees a three-tier model – basic education likely to be free, credentialed skills focused education, and enhanced residential education. As I understand her model, the reference to … Continue reading
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Brave browser and cryptocurrency
I have been an advocate for the Brave browser and ecosystem, but I admit there are a few things about the business model I can’t quite grasp. I like Brave because it seems to solve the independent issues of compensating … Continue reading
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It’s time to go out and recapture that HyperCard feeling.
I admit a certain nostalgia when it comes to Hypercard. I also still believe it offers a construction tool that could benefit many and especially many in education. I have noticed several posts lately lamenting the demise of Hypercard (BBC, … Continue reading
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NPR podcasting resources
NPR offers a great curriculum guide for educators wanting to teach students podcasting skills. The guide includes specific ordered assignments identifying and developing important communication skills. I sometimes feel guilty endorsing authoring options I have not implemented or taught. I … Continue reading
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