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Chris Brogan, A-list blogger and social media extraordinaire, just posted a video about what the future of media might look like. What Chris came up with, rings familiar to the themes discussed in this years Horizon Report (A MUST read for every educator.) If we are to help students and education as an institution take advantage of what the online world allows, we need to seriously take note of what Chris and many others are saying. Chris has come up with seven ideas on how the future of media will evolve.

On the Media (NPR show) broadcast with guests addressing value of internet. Was a very interesting dialogue.

CS4HS (Computer Science for High School) is an initiative sponsored by Google to promote Computer Science in high school curriculum. With a grant from Google's Education Group, universities develop projects including workshops for local high school CS teachers that incorporate informational talks by industry leaders, and discussions on new and emerging CS curricula at the high school level. On this site, you'll find information on how to hold a CS4HS program and workshop at your university, information for workshop attendees and partners, and other helpful resources. We currently offer CS4HS grants in the US, Canada, and Europe, Middle East and Africa. February 18 - Online Application closes visit http://cs4hs.media.mit.edu/