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Citizen Science, Crowdsourcing, Gamification and Cryptocurrency, Oh My!

Doug Levin

In an interesting twist, some of these projects are even pursuing gamification strategies to attract and engage new citizen scientists in their efforts. So, should you have an interest in learning more about citizen science, crowdsourcing, gamification (and maybe even cryptocurrency, oh my!),

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New Global Survey Offers Snapshot of Technology in the Classroom in 2019

EdTech Magazine

Use of desktops, notebooks and tablets (think Asus Chromebook and Acer Chromebook Tab 10 ) frequently support the ongoing trend of gamification in education, the report states. . MORE FROM EDTECH: See how educators are using mobile devices to make a positive impact.

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5 Steps to Gamify Your Elementary Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

She has been a presenter at ISTE 2019, NCCE 2016-19, the Southern Oregon EdTech Summit 2015-18, and IntegratED 2017-18. It’s called Next Level Gamification: [link] Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored podcast episode.”

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The Asian Money Fueling US Edtech Investments

Edsurge

To adapt, many companies are investing domestically, particularly in China, where edtech companies raised more than $1.2 edtech startups raised last year. edtech investor, including. Edtech Companies With Asia-Based Investors. Enuma $4 million (A) 2015 TAL Education, Softbank Ventures Korea Epic! Based Company.

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Guest Post: A Revolution In Language Practice

EdTech4Beginners

The app incorporates 3 main values: Networking: advanced user matching based on their shared interests and personality tests; Guidance: Shiro the bot suggests conversation topics and recommended phrases to have more meaningful, productive conversations; Gamification approach: mini games and quizzes with other users.

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Why Education Entrepreneurs Need To Move With Education—Not Disrupt It

EdNews Daily

Edtech investments reached an incredibly high number in 2018, with $1.45 billion raised—the same amount that hit the market in 2015. Personalized learning, gamification, virtual learning, all things digital, and every other word or phrase surrounding the education technology industry cannot fix education as a whole.

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Why Education Entrepreneurs Need To Move With Education—Not Disrupt It

EdNews Daily

Edtech investments reached an incredibly high number in 2018, with $1.45 billion raised—the same amount that hit the market in 2015. Personalized learning, gamification, virtual learning, all things digital, and every other word or phrase surrounding the education technology industry cannot fix education as a whole.

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