Edsurge

AUGUST 11, 2016

A researcher, theorist, educator, Siemens is the digital learning guy. He’s credited with co-teaching the first MOOC in 2008, introduced the theory of “connectivism”—the idea that knowledge is distributed across digital networks—and spearheaded research projects about the role of data and analytics in education.

Digital Learning 60

Digital Learning Technology MOOC Learning Analytics 60

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

From facial-recognition cameras to web and social media filtering software, surveillance technologies are finding their foothold in schools across America. Companies include an AI robot, student incubator and a startup called Pie for Providers. Ostensibly these tools are for the greater good—keeping kids safe. 12:30 p.m.

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Social Media EdTech Industry Pearson 106

Hack Education

DECEMBER 9, 2017

Platforms provide the substructure for the “gig economy” and the “sharing economy”; they’re the economic engine of social media; they’re the architecture of the “attention economy” and the inspiration for claims about the “end of ownership.” Students will receive iPads.

Technology 62

Technology Pearson LMS Edmodo 62

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

What technology helps students learn? Various types of technology play a crucial role in enhancing students’ learning experiences. Examples of technologies that improve student learning include adaptive learning platforms like Khan Academy, offering personalized instruction.

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Technology Khan Academy Adaptive Learning Learning 52

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

If we go back to the War of 1812 lecture example, we can see the value of adaptive learning if we instead embrace these tech advancements. The idea that a robot can replace teachers is laughable. Learn about AI. Well, as a mother of two rambunctious kids, I think certainly not.

Education 52

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Hack Education

SEPTEMBER 2, 2016

“Digital learning systems now charge students for access codes needed to complete coursework, take quizzes, and turn in homework,” Buzzfeed – which consistently does some of the best education journalism – reports. Via WaPo : “Study: Robot baby dolls don’t curb teen pregnancies.

Education 52

Education Coursera Elsevier MOOC 52

Hack Education

DECEMBER 30, 2019

In 2011, the Mozilla Foundation unveiled its “Open Badges Project,” “an effort to make it easy to issue and share digital learning badges across the web.” Indeed, DonorsChoose.org expects teachers to leverage their social media presence in order to fundraise for supplies for their classrooms. Green Imperial Pigeon.

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Pearson MOOC Company Software 145