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Jai Miranda

HigherEdMorning.com » Blog Archive » Study: How Twitter is hurting students - 0 views

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    I disagree with this article - first, there isn't sufficient data, and I think it all depends in how Twitter is used. I tend to think of Twitter as more of a collection space of ideas and links. What I think is flawed in the research is that Twitter doesn't provide context (source of previous knowledge) or sufficient data for the brain to chunk or organize. I think the author is comparing the effectiveness of a wrench and a hammer while viewing a nail.
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    I disagree with this article - first, there isn't sufficient data, and I think it all depends in how Twitter is used. I tend to think of Twitter as more of a collection space of ideas and links. What I think is flawed in the research is that Twitter doesn't provide context (source of previous knowledge) or sufficient data for the brain to chunk or organize. I think the author is comparing the effectiveness of a wrench and a hammer while viewing a nail.
Jeana Rogers

Lines on Plagiarism Blur for Students in the Digital Age - NYTimes.com - 0 views

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    Study on plagiarism of undergraduate students of the "Digital Age".
Jai Miranda

Increased Technology Use Positively Affects Perceived Student Learning - 0 views

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    ""This study firmly shows that continued technological education throughout a teacher's career is vital to providing students with the skills they will need for future careers," said Anne Bryant, executive director of the National School Boards Association. "This survey shows that school boards need to be as intentional and purposeful as possible in supporting increased technology integration in schools.""
Jai Miranda

Study Finds That Online Education Beats the Classroom - Bits Blog - NYTimes.com - 1 views

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    On average, students in online learning conditions performed better than those receiving face-to-face instruction.
Jai Miranda

PLAYBACK: Why Libraries? Why Books? And Why Study at Harold B. Lee? » Spotlight - 2 views

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    "Libraries are simultaneously more relevant than ever and less able to define their role in the digital age, according to recent articles, reports and an upcoming conference. Here's a look at a number of summer stories that explore how public and private libraries are addressing technological shifts while meeting the needs of their communities. "
Kenetha Stanton

Mobile Learning | Extended Learning | mLearning - 0 views

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    This is an application that provides mobile learning objects (via phones, social media, or desktop widget) for distributing learning materials like study guides, quizzes, and flash cards outside of the classroom.
Jai Miranda

New Study: Women More Likely to Choose Pharmacy by Location, Convenience | Reuters - 0 views

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    gender and choice of pharmacy
Jai Miranda

May 2010 EDUCAUSE News: EDUCAUSE 2010, Green IT Study, and DNSSEC - 0 views

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    Educause monthly newsletter - i finally found the web link for it - they hide it well! Big news - Richard Katz (has LAS ties to BU via Paul Hanson) is leaving Educause
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