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Learning first, technology second

Learning with 'e's

Ideas range from games based learning , to the use of social media and networking, to simpler approaches such as the use of digital cameras in art or data logging in science. Posted by Steve Wheeler from Learning with e''s. Many teachers welcome the idea of bringing new technology into the classroom. Unported License.

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Games for girls

Learning with 'e's

Check out this little gem from Dan Kennedy on the VLE/PLE debate. Here is the title and abstract: Playing Games: Do Game Consoles have a Positive Impact on Girls’ Learning Outcomes and Motivation? It''s also very motivating for them. Some of my previous students have published in journals in the past few years.

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It's complicated

Learning with 'e's

During the discussion we touched on several key issues that influence this, including digital pedagogy, personal devices, games based learning , interaction and immediacy in online environments, augmented reality, and the use of e-portfolios. How do we reconcile these differences?