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John Evans

Digital Age Damaging Learning | Nicholas Carr - 5 views

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    "Turn off Google and you might learn something "
John Evans

New Study Shows Time Spent Online Important for Teen Development - MacArthur Foundation - 0 views

  • Results from the most extensive U.S. study on teens and their use of digital media show that America’s youth are developing important social and technical skills online – often in ways adults do not understand or value.
  • “It might surprise parents to learn that it is not a waste of time for their teens to hang out online,”
  • But we found that spending time online is essential for young people to pick up the social and technical skills they need to be competent citizens in the digital age.”
John Evans

FINAL REPORT | DIGITAL YOUTH RESEARCH - 0 views

  • White Paper - Living and Learning with New Media: Summary of Findings from the Digital Youth Project (pdf)
  • Two page summary (pdf)
  • Social network sites, online games, video-sharing sites, and gadgets such as iPods and mobile phones are now fixtures of youth culture. They have so permeated young lives that it is hard to believe that less than a decade ago these technologies barely existed. Today’s youth may be coming of age and struggling for autonomy and identity as did their predecessors, but they are doing so amid new worlds for communication, friendship, play, and self-expression
Phil Taylor

Digital Birth: Welcome to the Online World| The Committed Sardine - 0 views

  • AVG surveyed mothers in North America (USA and Canada), the EU5 (UK, France, Germany, Italy and Spain), Australia/New Zealand and Japan, and found that 81 percent of children under the age of two currently have some kind of digital profile or footprint, with images of them posted online. In the US, 92 percent of children have an online presence by the time they are two compared to 73 percent of children in the EU5.
John Evans

National Gallery of Art NGAkids Art Zone - 0 views

  • PHOTO OP (Shockwave, 7 MB) is a two-part interactive activity that introduces you to digital photography and digital photo editing. Use the virtual camera to create snapshots and explore lighting, focus, shutter speed, and compositional effects. After you've taken some photos, switch to the Photo Op editor and transform your pictures into something completely different. This Art Zone interactive is suitable for all ages. Young children will find it easy to take simple snapshots and transform or recolor their virtual photos. More advanced users can create complex artistic compositions by layering, applying filters, and experimenting with various special effects, lighting, and blends. If you need help, scroll down for some hints about how to use the program.  If your Internet connection is slow, allow the program to load fully, then come back to play.
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    Very neat collection of online art creation tools.
John Evans

Connected Learning: Harnessing the Information Age to Make Learning More Powerful | All... - 5 views

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    "This report introduces connected learning, a promising educational approach that uses digital media to engage students' interests and instill deeper learning skills, such as communication, collaboration, and critical thinking. The report lists four elements constituting connected learning's emphasis on bridging school, popular culture, home, and the community to create an environment in which students engage in and take responsibility for their learning."
John Evans

Mind-Body Math: Manipulatives in the Digital Age [Infographic] - 4 views

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    "The mind-body connection is widely accepted in health and wellness, inspiring people to practice yoga or meditation, and for competitive athletes to seek sports psychologists.  But what role does the mind-body connection play in the math classroom? Recently, a MIND Research Institute psychologist, mathematician and education researcher teamed up to explore decades of research into how our bodies can be involved in learning, and the ways that technology makes it easier than ever to put these powers to use in the classroom. This infographic presents highlights of what they found."
Phil Taylor

Creativity in the Digital Age | The Creativity Post - 0 views

  • With all the warnings about what digital technology is doing to human brains, there has been less talk about what we’ve gained from it.
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Buy Google Map Reviews-(Google 5 Stars Cheap) - 0 views

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    Buy Google Map Reviews In today's digital age, Google Maps has become an essential tool for businesses of all sizes. It not only helps customers navigate and locate physical stores or establishments, but also serves as a platform for potential customers to gauge the quality and credibility of businesses. One way businesses can enhance their online presence and reputation on Google Maps is by purchasing reviews. While some might argue that buying reviews is unethical, others view it as a legitimate marketing strategy to boost their visibility and attract more customers. In this article, we will explore the concept of buying Google Map reviews, delve into its pros and cons, and discuss whether it should be considered as a viable option for businesses looking to thrive in the digital landscape. What are Google Map Reviews? A crucial component of the well-known navigational tool, Google Map evaluations let users express their ideas, insights, and opinions about a range of establishments and destinations. When someone is looking for advice, information, and insights before visiting a place, these reviews are a priceless resource. Google Map reviews give users a platform to score their experiences and write helpful remarks that can assist others make decisions, whether they're looking for a new restaurant to try, a hotel to book, or even a local destination to explore. Every Google Map review includes a written summary of the user's experience along with a star rating out of five, where five is the highest. Anyone utilizing Google Maps can read these reviews, making it an open and democratic forum for feedback sharing. In many cases, real-world instances and first-hand accounts from other travelers and clients are more dependable and credible than conventional commercials or official company websites. Google Map reviews ensure that consumers may make well-informed judgments based on trustworthy peer opinions and help users feel more connected to one another. The
Phil Taylor

The 10 Skills Modern Teachers Must Have | Edudemic - 6 views

  • So if you’re ready to take your classroom or digital skills to the next level, read on. In fact, these skills are worth knowing for just about every teacher at any age.
John Evans

A radical approach to teaching Canadian students in the digital age - The Globe and Mail - 10 views

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    "The Future of Education 'Right now, we build minds the same way we build cars' "
Sheri Oberman

Take a Giant Step: A Blueprint for Teaching Young Children in a Digital Age - 7 views

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    Americans seem to be planning major change in technology integration in the classroom. By 2020, major changes need to happen at the intersection of knowledge of technology, pedagogy, and content to leverage classroom practises with the affordances of the 21st century.
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