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Mar
1
2011

"The iPad is set to illuminate the limits of the browser based LMS. The user experience through iPad optimized Apps is going to be far superior than the browser experience. "

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  • I'm betting that we will quickly see amazing LMS apps for the iPad.

  • blend superior media consumption with communication and social networking
  • being involved in a discussion rather than simply listening to one

"As students returned to class this week, some were carrying brand-new Apple iPads in their backpacks, given not by their parents but by their schools. "

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  • “There is very little evidence that kids learn more, faster or better by using these machines,” said Larry Cuban
  • “IPads are marvelous tools to engage kids, but then the novelty wears off and you get into hard-core issues of teaching and learning.”
Feb
28
2011

"Since the iPad was released to the general public, there have been a lot of reports and articles about its relative advantages and disadvantages. The following is my addition to this dialog: in terms of educational technology, how much can we estimate its future worth as a learning tool?"

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"The iPad has landed. But should campuses be throwing it a welcome party?"

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"Comparing today's introduction of the iPad to the 2007 debut of the iPhone, which at the time was not associated with a burgeoning app store, Purdy said educators should view the new device as more than just a new piece of hardware. "This is really just the beginning," he said. "Just watch what creative developers are going to do with this platform. It should be pretty exciting.""

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"After having used an iPad shortly since its release I can safely say that the device — or another one like it — deserves to become an important part of the academic’s arsenal of gadgets. Choosing to plop down the money for an iPad is like Ingrid Bergman’s regret over leaving Casablanca with Humphrey Bogart. You will do it: not today, not tomorrow, but soon — and for the rest of your life."

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"This article, by Inside Higher Ed called ‘The iPad for Academics” is a good read, and followers neatly on from my previous posts.

I want to draw attention to the following statements, but I’m no going to say why; just that they struck a chord with me (either positively or negatively);"

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" It could be that we, the educators and facilitators, are the only ones who see its potential, and talk to each other about it as the students carry on with their existing kit.

Anyway, here’s what I’ve found …

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Jul
23
2010

For successful social learning projects we must remember that we're dealing with people, with needs, desires, other priorities, and varying levels of confidence.

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in list: Technologies for Teaching and Learning

Jul
11
2010

The Net Generation has grown up with information technology. The aptitudes, attitudes, expectations, and learning styles of Net Gen students reflect the environment in which they were raised-one that is decidedly different from that which existed when faculty and administrators were growing up.\n\nThis collection explores the Net Gen and the implications for institutions in areas such as teaching, service, learning space design, faculty development, and curriculum. Contributions by educators and students are included.

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in list: Technologies for Teaching and Learning

While learning at home offers great opportunities for working on your own time and schedule, it can also offer drawbacks when it comes to working with others or getting immediate help on a problem. Whether you need help, collaboration, or just want a little extra knowledge when completing your assignments, these web tools will help you find what you need. From note taking to researching to staying organized, the following resources will have you making top grades in your classes.

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May
11
2010

The Learning Management System has been with us for just 10 years or so, and yet for many it is now seen as the core system required for delivering e-learning in an organisation. I have already mentioned in an earlier posting how, that the first thing that is often recommended to someone embarking on e-learning is to buy a LMS!

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