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Entries Tagged as 'Web 2.0'

The Partnership for 21st Century Skills – Our Mission

January 3rd, 2007 · No Comments

The Partnership for 21st Century Skills – Our Mission 
There is a profound gap between the knowledge and skills most students learn in school and the knowledge and skills they need in typical 21st century communities and workplaces. To successfully face rigorous higher education coursework, career challenges and a globally competitive workforce, U.S. schools must align [...]

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Tags: Convergence · Technology · Web 2.0

Welcome To 2007!

January 1st, 2007 · No Comments

Just a quick note to say Hello to 2007! I have a number of personal and professional plans this year… How about you?
2006 saw abuse rise in the Internet safety and security area as well as the launch of quite a few new web 2.0 technologies. one to which you can now see on my [...]

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Tags: Technology · Web 2.0

Disappointing Sessions and Technology

November 16th, 2006 · No Comments

After attending a number of sessions I am quite disappointed with the conference the year. through it is only day one and over all I will wait is pass judgment as a whole.
However, one comment I do feel I can make is my disappointment in the presenters I have seen. for a Technology based conference, [...]

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Tags: Educational Technology · IL-EdTech · Technology · Web 2.0

Welcome to Google Spredsheets and Docs

October 30th, 2006 · No Comments

This resource has just been officially released by google. Overall from a web 2.0 view… what a tremendous resource! Even in a district that has a strong economic basis what a tremendous opportunity for students to ensure their hard work can be compatible with what ever office package their school uses.
!f the possibility to create [...]

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Tags: Web 2.0

Shakespeare Goes Digital – MMOG coming?!

October 20th, 2006 · No Comments

On the subject of Convergence… Take a look at the future of bringing historical literature into kids, mainstream, lives. The question will be immersion and adoption which has the potential to not only lead to acceptance, but the potential for embracing classical literature.
“On Thursday, the MacArthur Foundation is expected to announce a $240,000 grant to [...]

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Tags: Shakespeare · Web 2.0