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As emergent as we seem to be (or as a society, WANTS to be), notice some of the deep-seeded thoughts around traditional educational practice that are sprinkled throughout the article.

This is a captivating video made by a group called Iowa Future that was premiered at the 2011 School Administrators of Iowa Conference. Though it is aimed at Iowans in particular it is applicable to all of us as it highlights the staggering pace that the world has progressed to our current state of technological overload. It features shocking statistics about digital media use that are quite fascinating and applicable to the entire world.

Seems like an interesting talk !

sign language in online chat rooms 

This is really interesting! I never considered how primarily speaking through sign-language might thwart opportunities in video-chatting; especially with such a great technology as Google+. Good find!

Amanda, thanks for sharing. I have a soft spot for sign language as I taught a camper years ago with a hearing impairment which resulted in me pursuing some ASL classes in undergrad because I loved being a part of that world! Accessibility is a hot topic in education and to see it being addressed in a more mainstream market makes me very excited for the possibilities!

crazy super-chip needs liquid nitrogen to keep cool

A recent study about fast-paced television programs and children's development finds that attention, problem solving and other skills under the umbrella of "executive function" are harmed by watching some shows.

IDEO's take on the future of the book

graphing calculators face new competition from smart phones and such, parents wonder why they should by calculators

An interesting video on the perspective that the Khan Academy might not be effective for new learners

I wonder if technology can help kids to acquire the skills needed for the multiple marshmallow challenges they will face in their lives (or at least not to loose the skills they were born with!)