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Month: February 2007
Bexley school district upgrades to Linux, saves $412K
I was pleased to read about this today. I applaud their efforts to use open source software to support K-12 learning.
Today’s Homework: Make Good Games
“From MIT’s hallowed halls to tiny digital art academies in San Francisco, innovative new programs are changing the way game designers learn their craft.”
http://www.wired.com/news/culture/games/0,72707-0.html?tw=wn_index_1
‘Augmented reality’ helps kids learn
“Researchers at Harvard, MIT, and the University of Wisconsin at Madison have developed a project that uses “augmented reality” to teach students math and literacy skills. The project involves teams of students gathering data on handheld computers to explain why aliens have landed, and in the process students “interview” virtual characters they encounter at certain GPS hot spots. The researchers say the project holds great potential for engaging students and teaching high-level skills.”
http://www.eschoolnews.com/news/showStory.cfm?ArticleID=6817
A Stand Against Wikipedia
“As Wikipedia has become more and more popular with students, some professors have become increasingly concerned about the online, reader-produced encyclopedia.”
Paterson library leads effort to recruit Hispanic users
“Libraries offer free high-tech resources and services to the entire community, yet nationally the Hispanic community is trailing when it comes to being computer-savvy.”
Shedding light on lessons
“Some teachers and studies say interactve whiteboards improve students’ grades”
College classes in middle school?
“Progressive plan gives Detroit eighth-graders one credit for taking online life skills course.”
Online Classes: Opening a Door to Primary Education
“Now that online classes have made significant headway in the college arena, K-12 educators are beginning to give the concept a closer look. Internet-based classes can serve a wide range of uses, from supplemental courses for advanced placement students to full-time online schools for kids with special needs.”