The idea that we could invent tools that change our cognitive abilities might sound outlandish, but it’s actually a defining feature of human evolution. When our ancestors developed language, it altered not only how they could communicate but how they could think. Mathematics, the printing press, and science further extended the reach of the human mind, and by the 20th century, tools such as telephones, calculators, and Encyclopedia Britannica gave people easy access to more knowledge about the world than they could absorb in a lifetime.
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Cognitive enhancement: How the Internet is expanding our minds. - Slate Magazine - 1 views
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So is the Internet now essentially an external hard drive for our brains? That’s the essence of an idea called “the extended mind,” first propounded by philosophers Andy Clark and David Chalmers in 1998.
Friendship Starts in Latin Class - Eleanor Barkhorn - The Atlantic - 1 views
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Getting them out of these cohort groups seems to be a good idea.
How to Get High-Quality Student Work in PBL | Edutopia - 1 views
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Nice checklist for PBL ideas
Twenty Ideas for Engaging Projects - 1 views
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By starting with engaging projects, you'll grab their interest while establishing a solid foundation of important skills, such as knowing how to conduct research, engage experts, and collaborate with peers.
What does today's wireless family look like? - 0 views
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Data on what today's wireless family looks like. Idea, have the students create an info graphic on their own family.
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