blended learning
New Zealand Sponsors Future of Learning Talk
New Zealand played host to Dr. Monica Martinez, President of New Tech Network, who shared elements of KnowledgeWorks’ 2020 Forecast: Creating the Future of Learning, to show how education is evolving into a world where learning is tailored to the needs of the individual student and brought to life by compelling, real-world experiences.
More Textbook for the Money with an iPad
In light of our recent discussion with David Wiley of BYU, here is a further write-up of a recent venture deal with Inkling, a start-up software company that focuses on turning textbooks into interactive content.
How Teachers Use edModo
We found a teacher online who uses edmodo. If you were wondering about the social learning platform, which is free to teachers and districts, here it is.
David Wiley: Access to Knowledge Initiative, BYU
Imagine going to the doctor and telling her that you cannot tell her how you feel because you don't trust her to do the right thing with the data you are providing. Yes, well, this happens every day in the education system, when learners' data is not put in the hands of the right people -- teachers -- so that they can make the right adjustments on time and with the most impact.
Putting the "MMPRPG" Credential on Your CV
In my constant search for meaning in online video gaming, I stumble across a gamer who is proficient at editing live digital "film" and producing a kind of sports commentary for Starcraft 2, one of the many popular MMPRPGs found online. Here is his video on YouTube.
The Podesta Strikes Back
John Podesta writes in the Washington Post: “Many progressives -- including Janet MurguÃa, president of the National Council of La Raza, and Michael Lomax, president of the United Negro College Fund -- support a hard-nosed approach to reforming schools. So do many conservatives."
Governors Advance Digital Learning Evolution
Former Governors Bob Wise and Jeb Bush have formed the Digital Learning Council to develop a set of best practices to address issues in American education such as equity, security, classroom tech and digital content.
ReHess x3
Rick Hess comments on digital learning, value-added teacher evals, and the edujobs bill.
Supporting Learners Cradle to Career
Chad Wick, CEO, KnowledgeWorks says that we need to be developing ways to support learners in every segment of their lives, from "cradle to career."
Susan Patrick to Testify in Favor of Virtual Ed
Virtual education does not eliminate a need for teachers or schools. It generates thoughtful interactive education for students who are destined to work in a global economy, says President of iNACOL ahead of her testimony in Utah today.