Connected Learning

Tom Worthington has released a new book “Green Technology Strategies” which is about how to reduce carbon emissions and achieve other environmental benefits by using computers and telecommunications technology. It is designed to be used within an online course for professionals, using mentored and collaborative learning techniques. Therefore it is of particular use to educators, [...]

When communicationg a new concept to students (no matter their age) watch the complexity of your language

Complexity Fail from John on Vimeo.
I wonder how they managed to do this with a straight face?

Picture book maker from the UK’s artisancam is a exciting flash based picture book amker which a wide range of students (and teachers) can engage with. It comes with a wide variety iof sketched images with which you can illustrate your story. Great as a prompter or as a stimulas for childrens writing. You can [...]

Authorstream is a free online product which allows you to convert your powerpoint (.ppt) slideshow into video, which can then be hosted, burned or shared…very cool
(Via Digital Inspiration via LifeHacker)
So earlier in the year I gave a presentation titled eLearning 101, as a powerpoint it is not very inspiring, but I used it [...]