This document discusses using Web 2.0 tools and cloud computing in biology classrooms. It outlines basic tools that have evolved like HTML, mailing lists, blogs, and introduces platforms like Delicious, Flickr, and YouTube. These tools can engage and excite students, and allow them to explore content and express themselves. Resources on these platforms from external contributors can enhance education. The document advocates for direct interaction through commenting and blogging to encourage an expressive audience. It also discusses using tools like Google Docs and Apps to collaborate and share data online.
It's been 13 years since Alan Cooper introduced UXers to Personas in _The Inmates are Running the Asylum_. How can the personas we create reflect the changes that have occurred in that time?
8 Killer Project-Based Student Challenges in Earth ScienceIT'S ABOUT TIME®
QUESTION: Why do geoscientists have the coolest careers on the planet and how can teachers prepare students for it? ANSWER: http://bit.ly/geoscience
EarthComm® is a comprehensive, project-based, secondary level Earth and space sciences program. It includes student learning materials, teacher resources, teacher-support networks, and assessment tools. EarthComm also features a robust Web site filled with student and teacher resources regularly updated by AGI.
EarthComm® promotes systems thinking.
In EarthComm®, students learn about the interactions among the various parts of the Earth system by reflecting on the ways in which matter and energy flow through the Earth system, and the different ways in which Earth’s processes occur over time and space.
EarthComm® fosters Earth stewardship.
With EarthComm®, students discover the wonder and importance of Earth and space science by studying it where it counts—in their community. EarthComm® utilizes local and regional issues and concerns to stimulate problem-solving activities, and to foster a sense of Earth stewardship by students in their communities.
The Landscape of 21st Century Learning: Personalised and DifferentiatedWesley Fryer
These are my slides for my closing keynote address at the Learning@School 09 Conference in Rotorua, New Zealand, shared on February 27, 2009. Referenced links are available on http://handouts.wesfryer.com/landscape
Slides from a presentation in support of a workshop for grades 5-12 math teachers at Charlottesville City Schools in Charlottesville, VA; 18 August 2010.
It's been 13 years since Alan Cooper introduced UXers to Personas in _The Inmates are Running the Asylum_. How can the personas we create reflect the changes that have occurred in that time?
8 Killer Project-Based Student Challenges in Earth ScienceIT'S ABOUT TIME®
QUESTION: Why do geoscientists have the coolest careers on the planet and how can teachers prepare students for it? ANSWER: http://bit.ly/geoscience
EarthComm® is a comprehensive, project-based, secondary level Earth and space sciences program. It includes student learning materials, teacher resources, teacher-support networks, and assessment tools. EarthComm also features a robust Web site filled with student and teacher resources regularly updated by AGI.
EarthComm® promotes systems thinking.
In EarthComm®, students learn about the interactions among the various parts of the Earth system by reflecting on the ways in which matter and energy flow through the Earth system, and the different ways in which Earth’s processes occur over time and space.
EarthComm® fosters Earth stewardship.
With EarthComm®, students discover the wonder and importance of Earth and space science by studying it where it counts—in their community. EarthComm® utilizes local and regional issues and concerns to stimulate problem-solving activities, and to foster a sense of Earth stewardship by students in their communities.
The Landscape of 21st Century Learning: Personalised and DifferentiatedWesley Fryer
These are my slides for my closing keynote address at the Learning@School 09 Conference in Rotorua, New Zealand, shared on February 27, 2009. Referenced links are available on http://handouts.wesfryer.com/landscape
Slides from a presentation in support of a workshop for grades 5-12 math teachers at Charlottesville City Schools in Charlottesville, VA; 18 August 2010.
Roadmap to Blended Learning (4 Nov 2011)Wesley Fryer
Where are we headed in K-12 education with respect to technology and learning? What are the vehicles ("ships" in this metaphor using the Waldseemüller map) that will take us into this future? What activities should characterize effective blended learning in the future? These are Wesley Fryer's slides for a presentation on these topics for New York educational leaders in November 2011.
Slides from a presentation in support of a workshop for math teachers at the SUM (Saskatchewan Understands Math) Conference in Saskatoon, SK; May 2011.
Introduction to Second Life, Part 1 session for SLA (Special Libraries Association) members. Provides an overview of virtual worlds, reasons for participating in virtual worlds, and specifics about getting started in Second Life.
Empowering Students as Digital Witnesses (Part 1 of 2)Wesley Fryer
Just as a stormchaser uses available technologies, knowledge and skills to pursue and document an impending thunderstorm, storychasers use their tools and abilities to document stories of local, regional, national or international interest. In our classrooms and after-school programs, as educators we can empower learners of all ages to become digital witnesses and responsible citizen journalists as storychasers. Whether on a school field trip, conducting research for a class project or school journalism assignment, or interviewing local residents to share about their lives and experiences, storychasers can and are utilizing a rich array of new media tools to create, communicate, and collaborate. Come learn how to join the storychaser's communication revolution, and catalyze the development of a diverse array of 21st century as well as traditional literacy skills with students in your local community who can become empowered storychasers! (This presentation was shared as the keynote address at the PodStock09 conference in Wichita, Kansas, on May 1, 2009.)
Roadmap to Blended Learning (4 Nov 2011)Wesley Fryer
Where are we headed in K-12 education with respect to technology and learning? What are the vehicles ("ships" in this metaphor using the Waldseemüller map) that will take us into this future? What activities should characterize effective blended learning in the future? These are Wesley Fryer's slides for a presentation on these topics for New York educational leaders in November 2011.
Slides from a presentation in support of a workshop for math teachers at the SUM (Saskatchewan Understands Math) Conference in Saskatoon, SK; May 2011.
Introduction to Second Life, Part 1 session for SLA (Special Libraries Association) members. Provides an overview of virtual worlds, reasons for participating in virtual worlds, and specifics about getting started in Second Life.
Empowering Students as Digital Witnesses (Part 1 of 2)Wesley Fryer
Just as a stormchaser uses available technologies, knowledge and skills to pursue and document an impending thunderstorm, storychasers use their tools and abilities to document stories of local, regional, national or international interest. In our classrooms and after-school programs, as educators we can empower learners of all ages to become digital witnesses and responsible citizen journalists as storychasers. Whether on a school field trip, conducting research for a class project or school journalism assignment, or interviewing local residents to share about their lives and experiences, storychasers can and are utilizing a rich array of new media tools to create, communicate, and collaborate. Come learn how to join the storychaser's communication revolution, and catalyze the development of a diverse array of 21st century as well as traditional literacy skills with students in your local community who can become empowered storychasers! (This presentation was shared as the keynote address at the PodStock09 conference in Wichita, Kansas, on May 1, 2009.)
Operation “Blue Star” is the only event in the history of Independent India where the state went into war with its own people. Even after about 40 years it is not clear if it was culmination of states anger over people of the region, a political game of power or start of dictatorial chapter in the democratic setup.
The people of Punjab felt alienated from main stream due to denial of their just demands during a long democratic struggle since independence. As it happen all over the word, it led to militant struggle with great loss of lives of military, police and civilian personnel. Killing of Indira Gandhi and massacre of innocent Sikhs in Delhi and other India cities was also associated with this movement.
June 3, 2024 Anti-Semitism Letter Sent to MIT President Kornbluth and MIT Cor...Levi Shapiro
Letter from the Congress of the United States regarding Anti-Semitism sent June 3rd to MIT President Sally Kornbluth, MIT Corp Chair, Mark Gorenberg
Dear Dr. Kornbluth and Mr. Gorenberg,
The US House of Representatives is deeply concerned by ongoing and pervasive acts of antisemitic
harassment and intimidation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Failing to act decisively to ensure a safe learning environment for all students would be a grave dereliction of your responsibilities as President of MIT and Chair of the MIT Corporation.
This Congress will not stand idly by and allow an environment hostile to Jewish students to persist. The House believes that your institution is in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and the inability or
unwillingness to rectify this violation through action requires accountability.
Postsecondary education is a unique opportunity for students to learn and have their ideas and beliefs challenged. However, universities receiving hundreds of millions of federal funds annually have denied
students that opportunity and have been hijacked to become venues for the promotion of terrorism, antisemitic harassment and intimidation, unlawful encampments, and in some cases, assaults and riots.
The House of Representatives will not countenance the use of federal funds to indoctrinate students into hateful, antisemitic, anti-American supporters of terrorism. Investigations into campus antisemitism by the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on Ways and Means have been expanded into a Congress-wide probe across all relevant jurisdictions to address this national crisis. The undersigned Committees will conduct oversight into the use of federal funds at MIT and its learning environment under authorities granted to each Committee.
• The Committee on Education and the Workforce has been investigating your institution since December 7, 2023. The Committee has broad jurisdiction over postsecondary education, including its compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, campus safety concerns over disruptions to the learning environment, and the awarding of federal student aid under the Higher Education Act.
• The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is investigating the sources of funding and other support flowing to groups espousing pro-Hamas propaganda and engaged in antisemitic harassment and intimidation of students. The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is the principal oversight committee of the US House of Representatives and has broad authority to investigate “any matter” at “any time” under House Rule X.
• The Committee on Ways and Means has been investigating several universities since November 15, 2023, when the Committee held a hearing entitled From Ivory Towers to Dark Corners: Investigating the Nexus Between Antisemitism, Tax-Exempt Universities, and Terror Financing. The Committee followed the hearing with letters to those institutions on January 10, 202
A workshop hosted by the South African Journal of Science aimed at postgraduate students and early career researchers with little or no experience in writing and publishing journal articles.
Executive Directors Chat Leveraging AI for Diversity, Equity, and InclusionTechSoup
Let’s explore the intersection of technology and equity in the final session of our DEI series. Discover how AI tools, like ChatGPT, can be used to support and enhance your nonprofit's DEI initiatives. Participants will gain insights into practical AI applications and get tips for leveraging technology to advance their DEI goals.
Synthetic Fiber Construction in lab .pptxPavel ( NSTU)
Synthetic fiber production is a fascinating and complex field that blends chemistry, engineering, and environmental science. By understanding these aspects, students can gain a comprehensive view of synthetic fiber production, its impact on society and the environment, and the potential for future innovations. Synthetic fibers play a crucial role in modern society, impacting various aspects of daily life, industry, and the environment. ynthetic fibers are integral to modern life, offering a range of benefits from cost-effectiveness and versatility to innovative applications and performance characteristics. While they pose environmental challenges, ongoing research and development aim to create more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Understanding the importance of synthetic fibers helps in appreciating their role in the economy, industry, and daily life, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and innovation.
Francesca Gottschalk - How can education support child empowerment.pptxEduSkills OECD
Francesca Gottschalk from the OECD’s Centre for Educational Research and Innovation presents at the Ask an Expert Webinar: How can education support child empowerment?
17. Ben Underwood
slate.com
• Lost eyes to cancer, aged 2
• Mother learns of his ability to perceive
surroundings, aged 5; now aged 16
• Echolocates
• 2006 - People magazine, CBS news,
“Extraordinary People” tv series,Youtube,
Oprah, etc.
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39. Indo-Malayan mimic octopus
Thaumoctopus mimicus
http://marinebio.org/species.asp?id=260
Norman MD, Finn J, Tregenza T (2001) Dynamic mimicry in an Indo-
Malayan octopus. Proc R Soc Lond B Biol Sci. 268(1478):1755-1758.
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65. Role of tools
Engage, excite, express
Active citizen, science communication
http://delicious.com/sivasothi/buzzed2009
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66. Acknowledgements
• Kenneth Pinto, CIT, NUS, for the
invitation and discussion of
content.
• The community of contributors to
online content on Flickr,
YouTube, Wikipedia, etc who
have helped to enhance
teaching.
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