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Kay Oddone

PUBLICATIONS AND PAPERS | DIGITAL YOUTH RESEARCH - 0 views

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    A huge list of interesting research in the area of youth and the digital world.
Roland Gesthuizen

Big brands are failing social networking test | The Australian - 0 views

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    "SOME of the biggest brands in Australia have been revealed as poor users of social media such as Facebook and Twitter -- often creating a presence there, only to then leave them dormant. Research by public relations agency Burson Marsteller on Australia's top 20 brands indicates that many are bungling their approach to the emergent media channel of social networking."
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    Good how groups like QSITE know how to handle social networking, often pioneering things so that the rest of us have to catch up. :-)
Roland Gesthuizen

Harvard Study Finds Teens Online Lack Ethics - 0 views

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    "The online behaviors of youth and how to improve and correct them are part of how James feels new media can be used to address the world's challenges .. In their research, the team has found that most young people are devoid of ethical thinking or consideration for others when using the web."
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    Interesting article, are the youth really devoid of ethical thinking when using the web? Is this because there are no adults around to correct or give feedback to their behaviour?
Amanda Rablin

digitalresearchtools / FrontPage - 0 views

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    wiki that contains information on digital research tools
Kay Oddone

The language of Webkinz: Early childhood literacy in an online virtual world Rebecca W.... - 1 views

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    In recent years there has been an explosion of virtual worlds intended for early childhood populations; however, because the majority of research on games and such worlds has focused on adults and adolescents, we know very little about these spaces. This article attempts to address this gap by providing a qualitative content analysis of the affordances that Webkinz World an online environment that as of March 2010 had over 3 million unique site visitors per month, offers for children's literacy and language development. Analyses suggest that the site provides unique opportunities for immersion in literacy-rich contexts and academically-oriented practices that may enhance those that are readily available in many children's daily lives. However, looking beyond the discrete linguistic and technical aspects of learning in Webkinz World reveals a designed culture with limitations on learning and a constrained set of literacies and social messages that warrant further critical exploration.
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    In recent years there has been an explosion of virtual worlds intended for early childhood populations; however, because the majority of research on games and such worlds has focused on adults and adolescents, we know very little about these spaces. This article attempts to address this gap by providing a qualitative content analysis of the affordances that Webkinz World an online environment that as of March 2010 had over 3 million unique site visitors per month, offers for children's literacy and language development. Analyses suggest that the site provides unique opportunities for immersion in literacy-rich contexts and academically-oriented practices that may enhance those that are readily available in many children's daily lives. However, looking beyond the discrete linguistic and technical aspects of learning in Webkinz World reveals a designed culture with limitations on learning and a constrained set of literacies and social messages that warrant further critical exploration.
Cathy Oxley

Virtual Excursions Australia - 2 views

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    The partnering organisations behind the initiative are: Australian Museum, Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum, Australian National Maritime Museum, Bradman Foundation, Fizzics Education, Literature Live, Opera Australia, Museum of Human Disease, Powerhouse Museum, Questacon: The National Science and Technology Centre, State Library NSW, Sydney Living Museums, Sydney Olympic Park, Sydney Opera House, Australian Institute of Policy and Science (AIPS), Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO), CAASTRO All-sky Astrophysics University of Sydney, National Film & Sound Archive, Taronga Conservation Society Australia, Field of Mars Environmental Education Centre, Australia's Academic and Research Network (AARNet), Cisco, Distance and Rural Technologies - NSW Department of Education and Communities, Electroboard and Polycom.
Amanda Rablin

2010 Horizon Report: K-12 Edition | NMC - 1 views

  • identify and describe emerging technologies that will likely have a significant impact on K-12 education.
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      It is really important to identify technologies related to the K-12 level of education
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    " The second Horizon Report for the K-12 sector describes the continuing work of the NMC's Horizon Project, a research project that seeks to 1 identify and describe emerging technologies that will likely have a significant impact on K-12 education. This report was produced in partnership with the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) and was made possible via a grant from HP."
Roland Gesthuizen

One to One Computing: A Summary of the Quantitative Results from the Berkshire Wireless... - 1 views

  • The results found that both the implementation and outcomes of the program were varied across the five 1:1 settings and over the three years of the student laptop implementation. Despite these differences, there was evidence that the types of educational access and opportunities afforded by 1:1 computing through the pilot program led to measurable changes in teacher practices, student achievement, student engagement, and students’ research skills.
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    "This paper examines the educational impacts of the Berkshire Wireless Learning Initiative (BWLI), a pilot program that provided 1:1 technology access to all students and teachers across five public and private middle schools in western Massachusetts. Using a pre/post comparative study design, the current study explores a wide range of program impacts over the three years of the project's implementation."
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    Reading an interesting tertiary summary report of a 1:1 pilot computer progrqam.
Roland Gesthuizen

Growing Up Digital, Wired for Distraction - NYTimes.com - 0 views

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    "computers and cellphones, and the constant stream of stimuli they offer, pose a profound new challenge to focusing and learning. Researchers say the lure of these technologies, while it affects adults too, is particularly powerful for young people. The risk, they say, is that developing brains can become more easily habituated than adult brains to constantly switching tasks - and less able to sustain attention. "
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    Interesting article about growing up with disruptive technologies.
Cathy Oxley

Deep Web Research - Internet Hoaxes - 3 views

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    This site is designed to educate you about the latest happenings in all areas of Anti-Virus, AntiHoax, AntiMyth, AntiFraud, AntiChain Letter and Anti-Spam occurring on the Internet.
Roland Gesthuizen

Student Learning with Diigo - 0 views

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    "We invite you to explore the various features of Diigo. Become educated and informed on the powerful use of Diigo for student learning. Learn how this research tool can enhance classroom instruction and promote higher levels of student collaboration. As you navigate through our site you will see examples of valuable lessons and resources, all displayed for your use. "
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    Nice website for teachers to learn how to navigate the Diigo environment and examine examples of how they can use it to enhance student learning.
Roland Gesthuizen

Choose a Showcase - eLearning ICT - DEECD - 3 views

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    Gallery of learning technology ideas by some Victorian DEECD schools including planning, classroom case studies, stories and research.
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    Of interest perhaps to QLD learning technology coordinators.
Roland Gesthuizen

change.mooc.ca ~ #change11 - 1 views

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    George Siemens, Stephen Downes, and Dave Cormier - have had over 10,000 participants in the various courses we've run since 2008. The learning experience has been terrific. We've refined our pedagogical approaches, improved the software (well, actually, just Stephen did that), and developed a research agenda around learning in networks in open online courses... If you are interested in joining, please register for the course. We will be posting more information over the next few months.
Cathy Oxley

Information Literacy Resources - November Learning - 2 views

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    In a world of information overload, it is vital for students to be able to find information on the Web, as well as to determine its validity and appropriateness. Our information literacy materials demystify the process Web so you can impart the vital skills students need to be safe, successful 21st century learners.
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