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"Since I published a short audioBoo (click the link or scan the QR Code on the right) offering my thoughts on how QR Codes could be used for learning, there has been a significant buzz about QR Codes on Twitter and in the blogosphere. A narrative is developing as ideas, experiences and best practices are shared and discussed."

QRCodes have been around for a while now, I keep wanting to try this out with my students. A fascinating idea.

James Michie details how QR Codes can be used for learning and the tools to get there. In this post he shares and discusses a narrative of ideas, experiences and best practices.  QR Codes are a fascinating connectivity tool for the distribution of ideas, information and connections.

Thanks to technologies like GPS and QR codes, these games combine real-world experiences with virtual information. The games can capture geo-tagged audio recordings, for example, or photos and videos that student players can view when they reach a particular place or meet a particular character. Characters can talk with students, provide information, exchange items or respond to tasks. Authors can also create virtual items that players can retrieve and exchange. The key is the ARIS platform, which enables teachers, designers, artists, and students to create place-based narratives. Game designers say the open-source platform is easy to use; educators don't need a programming background to get started because the work is done with an online authoring tool.

Like scoop.it I think. Create online magazine format as way to share photos, video, and narratives. Follow people and magazines.

Participatory Narrative Inquiry a process in which groups gather and work with real stories of personal experience to do useful things in their communities.

Alec Baldwin, born Alexander Rae Baldwin III on April 3, 1958, in Amityville, New York, stands as a towering figure in the world of entertainment. His journey from a young actor with dreams to a Hollywood stalwart is a narrative filled with passion, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to his craft. Baldwin's name is not just a moniker; it represents a legacy, a brand, and an institution in the cinematic universe.

In the sprawling universe of Hollywood, where countless stars vie for attention, Austin Robert Butler stands out like a luminous beacon. His ascent in the entertainment world isn't just a tale of luck or being at the right place at the right time; it's a narrative of relentless dedication, adaptability in roles, and an innate talent that refuses to be overshadowed. From his early days of navigating the complex maze of showbiz to becoming one of its most recognized faces, Butler's journey is a masterclass in ambition fueled by sheer passion. His ability to seamlessly transition between roles, coupled with a work ethic that's second to none, showcases the makings of a true artist.

Update to the telescopic.text site - this one allows you to write your own telescopic text.