Insightful human portraits made from data
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12 Things That Will Disappear From Classrooms In The Next 12 Years
Below is a list of ‘things’ most likely to see disappear from the classroom over the next 12 years, with technology, and technology-based thinking being the catalysts for change. 12 years isn’t really very long, but the pace of …
21 Digital Tools To Build Vocabulary
The following digital tools show promise to support word learning, review, and playing with language. I’ve grouped these tools into four categories: Reference Tools, Word Clouds, Games and Review, Word Walls and Virtual Field Trips. They’re not listed in …
The Future Of Artificial Intelligence In eLearning Systems
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is about designing intelligent software that can analyze its environment and make intelligent choices. Here are some thoughts on the future of Artificial Intelligence in eLearning.
http://elearningindustry.com/future-artificial-intelligence-in-elearning-systems…
How teachers are using technology to change the classroom
So how do you begin using blended learning in your classroom with mobile devices? Here are five steps to help get you on your way to a more effective classroom experience.
http://www.educationdive.com/news/how-teachers-are-using-technology-to-change-the-classroom/417372/…
Microsoft Announces Minecraft: Education Edition Beta, Release
Microsoft has announced beta testing of Minecraft: Education Edition, which is the company’s education-focused suite for Minecraft that integrates tools for teachers and students to help them use the game more effectively in the classroom.
Tracking student emotions ‘could improve online retention’
Open University explores whether webcams can be used to monitor learners’ facial expressions or eye movements.
https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/tracking-student-emotions-could-improve-online-retention…
Love Letter to Blended Learning
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology tasked with examining the future of online education have returned with a simple recommendation for colleges and universities: focus on people and process, not technology.
Should I Download That App? A Ten-Question Checklist for Choosing Tools Worth Your—and Your Students’—Time
Whether you are a classroom teacher, instructional coach, or administrator, ask yourself these ten questions before tapping GET, INSTALL, or BUY.
Learning Management Systems in Canada
Canada has a long history with learning management systems.However, this post is not about Canadian companies, but rather the LMS that are used by Canadian colleges and universities.
How to Put Together a Hackathon for Your Students
Don’t be daunted by the word “hackathon.” People might hear the work “hack” and have negative thoughts, but this type of “hack” is awesome. While it’s a word that used to have a bad rap, it’s now used to …
An app that stops college students from using their phones
Pocket Points is an app that rewards students for not using their phones while in class.
http://www.businessinsider.com/pocket-point-pays-to-not-use-phone-2016-4…
We can reprogram life. How to do it wisely
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Presentation of the Week: Preparing for the Future of Education. Take A Look Around You
Lookback: Create screencasts with video and audio of yourself and a mobile app
Lookback lets you capture the screen, face, voice and all the touches/clicks on a device, and then automatically upload it to your dashboard for you to view, collaborate, and share.