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Thoughtful reflection by 8th grade teacher... enjoys experimenting with technology, but stresses the importance of questioning the pedagogical value of integrating tech in classrooms

Hi Leslie, Thanks for sharing. The article not only talks about the effectiveness of social media tools but a range ot technology which I found useful.

research shows that people prefer equity in situations. fairness affects one's emotions about a situation

A timely reminder for educators who are seeking to motivate students. I seem to recall the center of 'Flow' to be focused on happiness so if this excessive motivation to do well comes at the expense of one's health, then perhaps it's good to take some time to reflect on what the real benefit is. Thanks for sharing Kasthuri!

Cathy Davidson reflects on the recent Harvard Innovations in Learning and Teaching (HILT) symposium (wish I had been there) and shines light on the value of badges [peer rewards/extrinsic] vs. multiple-choice tests [often a disincentive to learning].

An interesting article on game play in the classroom...students take on the role of a video game character and act the part during game performances!

If you look at it as 'play' instead of 'game' I think it opens a whole range of possibilities. Which is not surprising. As young children, we learned through play, often elaborate role-play.

Hi Jackie - this just reminded me to post a link below re: the CUNY (City University of New York) group that reflects on and develops all types of games in teaching. http://games.commons.gc.cuny.edu/

I would be interested to see why teens are looking at news online. My skeptical side wonders if teens are going online for news and political information as a result of assignments and homework and if these stats simply reflect their tendency to turn more and more to digital technologies, neglecting print sources.

This CG artist's story reflects intense motivation, and a malleable, persevering approach in life. Like the scientists and philosophers referred to in Dweck, Benjamin Brosdau came from humble beginnings to international acclaim though his obsession with 3D art...

Can self-awareness exercises change our brains for the better? Is the practice of meditation a kind of flow experience?

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