Last year, research firm Gartner heralded the bring-your-own-device, or BYOD, phenomenon as the "most radical shift in enterprise client computing since the introduction of the PC." Such headlines often smack of hyperbole but so far, BYOD has lived up to expectations.
If we are preparing students for the world of work, BYOD has to be part of that.
Companies are experiencing the same challenges that schools are.
University of Wisconsin to offer degrees based on proficiency instead of seat time. Students can get a degree by showing they know the material and can pass the test.
"The learning registry is a new approach to capturing, connecting and sharing data about learning resources available online with the goal of making it easier for educators and students to access the rich content available in our ever-expanding digital universe."
Engagement must be deliberately designed to improve student learning. This article talks specifically about technology, but I would challenge people to apply to any effort to "engage" learners.
A list of relevant Web 2.0 tools to use in the classroom from the EdCamp Harrisburg "un"conference. All participants were given 60 secs to introduce their favorite website and how they use it in teaching or professional development.
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