Approximate Reading Time: 6 minutesI came across this article today. It claims to know the 8 steps needed to “Stop Boring Content”. I disagree. They say: 1. Win Scenario – This is one of the most important ways to create a basic Gamified course. … Continue reading
Approximate Reading Time: < 1 minuteMOOC completion rates DO matter – The Ed Techie. The commonly used argument against completion rates (or even worse ‘drop-out rates’), is that they aren’t relevant. Stephen Downes has a nice analogy, (which he blogged at my request, thankyou Stephen) … Continue reading
Approximate Reading Time: 2 minutesSlipping math scores don’t equal a crisis, says math conference panel. Sure. And if you believe this, I have some stuff I’d like to sell you…… Our students are dropping in math scores, compared to where they were 10 years … Continue reading
Approximate Reading Time: 2 minutesThis came across my feed today. I can’t leave this unanswered, because I’m really getting tired of this sort of unfounded sales drivel. 7 Key Learning Points on Gamification | Axonify. Now, I do not know these people or this … Continue reading
Approximate Reading Time: < 1 minuteHow Are Teachers and Students Using Khan Academy? | MindShift. It looks like most teachers will just keep on doing what they have always done. Not a big surprise, but I have to wonder if things would be different if … Continue reading
Approximate Reading Time: 2 minutesAlberta Education shrugs off concerns from teachers and parents that there’s something very wrong with Alberta’s new math curriculum | Edmonton Journal. So, big surprise!! Too much emphasis on “discovery” learning results in kids who don’t understand the fundamentals. Clearly, … Continue reading
Approximate Reading Time: < 1 minuteWhat Keeps Students Motivated to Learn? | MindShift. A good summary: Integrated Projects Interest-Based and Relevant Authentic Choice Make It Hands-On Knowing Teachers Care High Expectations and Strong Support from Teachers Encourage Them to Learn From Mistakes Opportunities for Feedback … Continue reading
Approximate Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis is an excellent summary of a few of the more popular myths. Check it out. Learning Theories Gone Wild – Urban Myths that Hurt Your Learning Designs. by Sharon Boller “People have different learning styles. We need to design … Continue reading