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#SXSWedu: It’s Hump Day!

Mar 5, 2014

It was another powerful day at #SXSWedu and the weather seems to be making a turn for the warmth Austin is known for. We’ve made it through half the week and still have another great day of programming ahead of us tomorrow.

Personalized Learning

Live From SXSWedu: Cook Up A Batch Of Blended Learning

Guest Author

Mar 5, 2014

By: Brianna Soliz. We don’t want our future to be fully dependent on technology; we just want technology to play a supporting role. It was a great first session and I’m glad I was able to be part of it.

EdTech

Edupreneurs Swim in the Dolphin Tank at SXSW

Getting Smart Staff

Mar 4, 2014

Alex Hernandez and Tom Vander Ark and kicked of their annual Investing in Education Innovation workshop at SXSWedu by noting their mutual enthusiasm for innovations in learning and the anticipated worldwide impact. “There’s never been a better time to be an entrepreneur,” said Alex.

Personalized Learning

#ChoppedEdu: Blended Learning Recipe

Getting Smart Staff

Mar 4, 2014

With our friends at Digital Learning Now! and The Learning Accelerator, Getting Smart hosted a blended learning workshop today.

EdTech

#SXSWedu: Warming Up

Getting Smart Staff

Mar 4, 2014

Things are warming up outside and inside here in Austin at #SXSWedu on Tuesday, day two of the conference.

EdTech

EdTech 10: Queso Season

Getting Smart Staff

Feb 27, 2014

In addition to the Tex-Mex, queso and sunshine, we are looking forward to the jam-packed sessions and EdTech hallway chats. If you’re looking to brush up on your #blendedlearning cooking skills stop by our workshop session (#ChoppedEdu)!

Personalized Learning

Cook Up a Batch of Blended Learning With Us

Alison Anderson

Feb 26, 2014

So crack open the BLIG 2.0, gather up your laptop or tablet and head on over to the Cook Up A Batch of Blended Learning Workshop while you are SXSWedu. You’ll leave with resources and a plan to start implementing blended learning into your school immediately. Just don’t forget your apron.

EdTech

#EdTechWomen #SXSWedu Lightning Talk Series – At The Helm

Guest Author

Feb 25, 2014

By: Margaret Roth. This year at SXSWedu, EdTechWomen has the honor of showcasing the stories of twelve exemplary women who are making the EdTech Ecosystem grow, change, and accelerate its impact on learners everywhere.

EdTech

Let’s Meet Up in Austin at #SXSWedu

Getting Smart Staff

Feb 20, 2014

SXSWedu is almost here and this year’s theme is "Unleash Your Innovation," which is exactly what we plan to do! If you are headed to Austin we want to share a few sessions where you’ll be sure to find the Getting Smart team.

EdTech

Time for A Thumbs Up for SXSWedu

Alison Anderson

Aug 20, 2013

It’s that time! Community votes and comments for SXSWedu are now open! We'd love your vote!

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