When I think about what makes SageMath different from other math software systems, it’s one of the most fundamental things about it: SageMath was created by the very people who use it every day. These researchers, teachers, computer programmers, …
Why Is A Virtual Classroom Better Than A Real One?
Students that study online pass tests 9% better than those who study on campus. These are the results presented by SRI International after a 12-year study. What aspects of modern eLearning systems make the virtual classroom so effective? Let us …
My Favorite Internet Search Tips for Teachers & Students
Students don’t know enough strategies to help them dive deeper in their Internet research. In the slides embedded below I share my favorite search tips. The slides include some videos that demonstrate how to use the methods I’ve mentioned.…
Low Budget High Quality Videos for the Flipped Classroom
With Flipped classrooms becoming more popular, teachers are wanting to create their own videos as well. The costliest part of videos is the equipment to film and edit them. However, by knowing a few tricks and where to get low …
What will be the impact of IoT on education?
The use of the Internet of Things in education is expected to increase dramatically – this is how.
http://www.geektime.com/2016/03/07/what-will-be-the-impact-of-iot-on-education/
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Virtual Classrooms: A Vision of the Future of Teacher Training
A classroom simulator platform operating out of UCF is breaking new ground for how teachers hone their craft.
31 Google Drive Tips You Can’t Afford to Miss
Google’s online office suite and storage service has come a long way, becoming the tool of choice for many. Here’s a list of tips and tricks to squeeze the best out of Drive.
http://www.pcmag.com/slideshow/story/323450/31-google-drive-tips-you-can-t-afford-to-miss…
This computer will grow your food in the future
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Presentation of the Week: The Future of Educational Media
A Simple Guide to Figuring Out Which Programming Language to Learn
So you’ve decided to learn a programming language. Good thinking! The need to be code literate for various jobs is increasing. Check out this helpful infographic to guide you through making this decision.
https://www.themuse.com/advice/a-simple-guide-to-figuring-out-which-programming-language-to-learn…
Most students ‘happy to share data for learning analytics’
Most students are prepared to share data on their academic activities with universities’ learning analytics programmes, according to a survey.
Brain: The New AI-powered Search Engine That Wants To Replace Google
Brain is the new product from Jerry Yue which is based on an advanced algorithm. Brain will work as a personal virtual assistant for each user by having users input not just a profile of who they are, but …
AI learns to predict human reactions by reading our fiction
A team of Stanford researchers have developed a novel means of teaching artificial intelligence systems how to predict a human’s response to their actions. They’ve given their knowledge base, dubbed Augur, access to online writing community Wattpad and its archive …
Apple Wins Big: Court Rejects FBI’s Argument For Hacking Drug Dealer’s iPhone
While the world is waiting for the result of San Bernardino Trial verdict, Apple has already won a case against FBI related to breaking the iPhone lock screen of a drug dealer. The severity of the trial might not …
Now You Can Type in Google Docs by Speaking
Google just rolled out voice-typing features in Google Docs. It’s more than just a straight dictation feature, too. You can edit and stylize your written text with voice commands as well.
http://www.wired.com/2016/02/now-can-type-google-docs-speaking/…