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A Good Overview on Higher Ed MOOCs
The New York Times has a good overview of three of the leaders of Massively Open Online Course providers. All with highly respectable backers, they reflect a more efficient way of educating in this broadband era. COURSERA Udacity edX http://www.nytimes.com/2012/11/04/education/edlife/the-big-three-mooc-providers.html?_r=1&
Using Video to Study for the SATs
Magoosh has an interesting approach that mixes SAT preparation with video tutorials. Built for a multiscreen world, this content is available on PCs, tablets or smartphones. The objective of this Berkeley, CA-based start-up is to: “bridge the achievement gap by offering all students access to high quality educational material delivered through engaging and effective […]
Cellphones Integral Part of College Student Life
Article from Mashable about how smart phones have become an integral part of the college experience. The infographic is from a group called HackCollege. How Cellphones Shape the Lives of College Students [INFOGRAPHIC].
College Students and Technology
Grunwald Associates, LLC have an interesting new study as to how college students are using technology, as well as their views on how well colleges are integrating technology to make for a more fruitful learning environment. The full study can be found at this link: http://www.grunwald.com/EDUCAUSE_Grunwald_College_Student_Tech_Study.pdf while an infographic depicting some of the highlights of […]
