Prensky’s back

Aug 10

The previous post not only generated the most comments on any post I’ve written but also some interesting outcomes.  I came across as a bit arrogant and pushy but was simply trying to express a personal preference and tendency and yes maybe push some thinking. Dr. Tim Tyson contacted me and without sharing the details, challenged me to consider why blogging...

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Reflections of an online class….Learning is Messy but Good

Aug 08

Reflections of an online class….Learning is Messy but Good

This image tells the story of my online/face2face class. My students requested the chance to meet face to face. I obliged. So I slated our regular Tuesday meeting to be held at a local pub in downtown Moose Jaw. Our province has now created the largest wireless network in Canada and I thought it would be nice to take advantage of this ala Ewan Mcintosh’s...

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How have Laptops influenced your learning?

Aug 06

How have Laptops influenced your learning?

For me there is no single device that has transformed my learning more than my laptop. The mobility, connectivity of this tool enables learning to be ubiquitous. Are there any of you out there who prefers a desktop computer?  I can’t imagine but if so, do tell. I’ve been pushing for our school division to move towards laptops. I’d love teachers to...

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8 Random Facts

Aug 05

Wes tagged me so here goes. First, the Rules: Post these rules before you give your facts List 8 random facts about yourself At the end of your post, choose (tag) 8 people and list their names, linking to them Leave a comment on their blog, letting them know they’ve been tagged I’ve never broken a bone in my body. I wrote a university final exam 6 hours...

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Comment overload

Aug 02

Remember the first comment you ever got on your blog? Pretty cool to think that someone read your stuff. I consider myself a lower-middle class  blogger. I’m sure there’s another term out there that describes this better. Maybe it’s A-List, C-list or whatever but what I’m driving at is that I’ve reached a stage when it comes to...

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