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Ace recommended in the backchannel at the Star Book Club.

Learn about gaming and what kids are learning from it. James Paul Gee is also known for his research in this area.

Listen to an interview with the author, Clayton M. Christensen. \nChristensen speaks of multiple intelligences and creating individual pathways to learning. Scroll to middle of page to see "An Interview with the Author" (in orange font). mp3 format Same podcast from McGraw-Hill is available on YouTube.

Vinson's article seems relevant for considering the domains of learning and which type of learning environment suits each best. Christensen et al. seems heavy on the cognitive or knowledge. What do you think?

Gee on the Creativity Crisis.

James Paul Gee is probably the most respected researcher in the field of learning with video games. Interesting ideas on what video games can teach us about assessment and on the crisis we face in teaching creativity and innovation. a Cris Pick . . .

Discussion of the importance of a strong team to lead disruptive innovation. Reminder that "technology is not the enemy of teachers." Don't miss link to Howard Gardner and Multiple Intelligences theory. Refresher for most but an inspiring one.

Questions about learning styles and how the role of the teacher may change

Authors respond via email to interview questions. Explanation of major term nonconsumption and areas of nonconsumption in education. Exciting description of software platforms that will enable teachers, students, and parents to build customized learning tools.

Learn more about the response to disruptive innovation in education and Christensen's prior work in business.

Recommended by Ace in our backchannel -- surprisingly 3D online virtual worlds was not identified in big six emerging technologies to watch.

An annual report to keep you eye on.

Reviewer gives a good intro to what is confusing to many people when they hear the term, "disruptive." No spoilers alert here. Reviewer hasn't finished the book yet ;-)

Christensen et al. describe tutors as pretty much limited to the wealthy but this concept of live video tutoring looks promising for making tutoring more accessible. Takes out much of the overhead. Reference to the new term "teacherpreneur" in the blog.