There is a very real euphoric sensation when you get a social media notification, such as when someone likes a photo you've posted to Instagram or Facebook. These moments trigger a dopamine release in the brain, a chemical that creates feelings of pleasure. It's an essential part of our brain's rewards system, which is why it's also gets blamed for addiction.Meditation, yoga, exercise, and other mindfulness activities have been proven to create a natural release of dopamine, reducing the craving from the dopamine rushes your phone provides.
7 Ways to Curb Your Smartphone Addiction Right Now | Inc.com - 0 views
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This is a popular recommendation by Tristan Harris, Co-Founder of the Center for Human Technology. Research shows that colors are attached to emotions and priorities--especially that little red notification bubble that has controlled us for so long. Turning your phone to black and white can reduce the urge you have to view new notifications that pull you into the infinite scrolling vortex.Published on: May 31, 2018The opinions expressed here by Inc.com columnists a
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Research shows that as we grow more dependent on technology, our intellect, attention levels and social skills weaken. In fact, with just the mere presence of our smartphones, our ability to focus on a task and solve problems decreases.
Science Friday - 0 views
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Good site for exploring STEM projects, ideas for science fiction, podcasts etc.
Discussing design models for hybrid/blended learning and the impact on the campus - 0 views
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Looking how to sensibly design hybrid learning. What is best in f2f vs online.
Quality in e learning moodle moot - 1 views
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slideshare of Tony Bates presentation @ Canada MoodleMoot 2013 on Quality in E-Learning
Google Docs Presentation Features - ThingLink - 2 views
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A number of short but informative videos with tips on using Google Docs.
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Thanks Claire, looks useful.
Create your own comic strips - Bitstrips - 3 views
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This site looks amazing! 30 day free trial and then it is a pay model, but definitely worth checking out.
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Will definitely check it out. Might make one for my Moodle profile.
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Now that's a good idea!
Five Card Flickr - 1 views
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Site randomly draws 5 photos which you then use to create a story.
Ten Tips for Teaching Students how to Research and Filter Information | Integrating Tec... - 2 views
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I like the list of one word directions. Will look at this in more detail when I get to my search course. FYI taking course through google "power searching with google" Well designed course.
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"Power Searching with Google" sounds like a good course. I'd be interested to hear what you learn. I'm trying to put together resources so that I can teach grades 1 - 8 to do proper searches.
Sweet Search - 0 views
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Search results allow you to preview sites without opening a new window.
Information Literacy Resources | November Learning - 1 views
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In a world of information overload, it is vital for students to not only find information but also determine its validity and appropriateness. Our information literacy material demystifies the process of finding and validating online information. These vital skills are needed as students prepare for our global economy.
Plagiarism and Copyright - K12 Students - Symbaloo - 0 views
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List of resources, mostly video, on copyright and plagiarism.
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Lots of good links here on what plagiarism is and how to avoid it.
Adventures in online teaching: Moodle Resources (especially 2.x) - 1 views
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Moodle 2.x resources from Fran Lo.
Homeschool Is the Future| The Committed Sardine - 1 views
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Infographic on homeschooling.
Turnitin Analyzes the Spectrum of Plagiarism | Plagiarism Today - 0 views
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Links to great infographic with detailed examples of each type of plagiarism.
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This would be great to link to in a course and to post on the wall of the classroom.
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Plagiarism infographic with great descriptions and examples of different types of plagiarism.
