Location (Map) Based Social Network
A Location or Map-Based Social Network’s is a real-time representation of social network nodes via a map interface. Here is a quick summary of the topic.
Can the iPad finally Replace Textbooks?
The iPad was unveiled this week by Apple to rave reviews from techies everywhere. It is predicted that base models will cost about $499. I was lucky enough to spot a pre-production version of one at an ad firm last summer and I have longed for one since then. This device promises the usability of the iPhone in a package that is better for learning because it offers more real estate for the display of information.
Harvard Professor: Learn 3 Minutes a Day
Some educators are turning to short online learning activities as a preferred approach to engage students. Take SpacedEd. It offers students the chance to ālearn most anything in 3 minutes a day.ā Originally developed by Dr B. Price Kerfoot, a Harvard Medical School professor, for medical school students, the method has been proven through 10 rigorous studies to increase knowledge by up to 50% and strengthen retention of concepts up to two years.
WhiteHouse.gov Offers First iPhone App
Last week WhiteHouse.gov announced the new White House App. This new App delivers dynamic content from WhiteHouse.gov on to your iPhone or iPod Touch. President Obama has once again raised the bar of transparency for presidents in years to come.
Why Blended Learning?
Digital and blended learning can work.Ā Because technology is woven throughout theCommon Core State Standards, and there are myriad digital learning resources available, digital learning can be central to meeting the Common Coreās requirements. Studies show that digital learning can keep school costs down (seeĀ U.S. DOEās 2012 reportĀ andĀ The Thomas Fordham Institute study).Ā And, thoughĀ 26% of […]
Instructional Design Principles That Work
Over time weāve found that digital learning initiatives are most effective when based on research proven instructional design principles. Rooted in psychology, instructional design refers to the practice of maximizing the appeal of instruction by focusing on the needs of the learner and on the end objective.
Why Blended Learning?
Digital and blended learning can work. Because technology is woven throughout the Common Core State Standards, and there are myriad digital learning resources, blended learning can be central to meeting the Common Coreās requirements.