Not education technology per se, but a reminder that trends do not always go towards better products. You can type 30% faster with Dvorak keyboards, but the vast majority still stick with the Qwerty layout.
The Technology Institute for Music Educators (TI:ME) is a non-profit corporation whose mission is to assist music educators in applying technology to improve teaching and learning in music. I've been a member and supporter for a while. Worth checking out
Currently Apple offers no matte display option on their popular iMacs. This includes educational sales as well. All iMacs are glossy, and the Aussies say that viewing glossy screens may be bad for one's health.
When a teacher writes a lesson plan, does the intellectual property (IP) belong to the teacher, the school, or both? This article discussing the online lesson plan marketplace and the debate over who (teacher, school) gets the proceeds. What do you think?
When a teacher writes a lesson plan, does the intellectual property (IP) belong to the teacher, the school, or both? This article discussing the online lesson plan marketplace and the debate over who (teacher, school) gets the proceeds. What do you think?