Archive: Jul 2013
Dell Powers Majority of U.S. Classrooms
With a broad array of access devices, servers, and support services, Dell quietly supports about six out of every ten U.S. classrooms.
Takin’ STEM to the Streets
This month, I’m exploring alternate models of access to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math) learning. Previous posts have discussed the topic generally, and MOOCs in particular. This week, I revisit the portable reading room model of the Uni Project.
Infographic: How To Start An Online Program & Webinar Preview
Online learning can expand student (and staff) options, grow enrollment, and power blended learning. This inforgraphic previews the paper and the webinar “Online Learning: Myths, Reality & Promise."
6 New Apps from Edshelf
Edshelf shares the newest additions to their app library to help followers find great new content and stay current on the best educational apps.
#EdtechChat Chimes In on ISTE
Monday night at 5:00 pm PT/ 8:00pm ET is time to tune into Twitter and #edtechchat to stay updated on what is happening in education technology.
My 5 Splashes of Brilliance from ISTE ’13
As the old cliché goes, “The third time’s a charm,” ISTE in San Antonio allowed me to effortlessly float along the stream of knowledge and enjoy the five splashes of brilliance that have already begun to soak in.
Considering Competency-Based Education
The shift from time to learning, from cohorts to competency, will be tough. It’s not easy or superficial--it’s a new and different way of organizing schools.
Charter Supporters Consider Innovation & Quality at #NCSC13
In his first major public speech, Pitbull opened the National Charter School Conference (#NCSC13) at the DC convention center.
High School Career Counseling Goes Blended
We’ve all heard of Blended Learning, in fact we recently blogged about How to create a Blended High School; but now it’s time for Blended Counseling.
The Having of Wonderful Ideas
Expeditionary Learning is a national network of more than 150 schools that share the coolest design principles including “The having of wonderful ideas.” More broadly, EL schools feature “dynamic leadership, compelling curriculum, engaging instruction, continuous assessment, and a positive school culture.”