This is the first in our new series of Saylor.org student snapshots. Here, Michael Ross tells us his story. My name is Michael Ross. At the time of writing this profile I am at the age of 30. I have a strong interest in 3 majors at the Saylor Foundation, but have decided to stick […]
Month: March 2013
Ninja Skills: Double-Book Your Learning
Last week, I issued a “Ninja Skills” challenge, asking for your go-to techniques for keeping track of online learning. Put another way: Problem: Managing online/hybrid classwork can be a lot harder than in the good old Trapper Keeper® days. Opportunity: Share collective wisdom on best organizational practices. Discover tools and methods beyond your wildest dreams. […]
Course o’ the Week: Computer Skills and Literacy on iTunes U
It’s the Information Age (you may have noticed). If you, or someone you care about, is feeling a bit left out, you could do worse than to connect up with the three-hour Computer Skills and Literacy course from our Professional Development series — the latest arrival on our iTunes U channel. Rather than a guide […]
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Monday Morning Digest: Creativity is the Word
Happy Monday! Good Morning, as we say good-bye to Open Ed. Week, we can happily say hello to the word of the week: creativity. Technology is being used creatively in order to further enhance the learning experience for students of all ages. From Legos for K-12, to textbook-free higher ed., to professional development for adults, […]
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Great Philosophy Resources For the Educator, Student, or Just Simply Curious
What is the Good? What is a truly ethical solution to a certain problem? How does all that logic really make sense? Here are some great sources and tools that can help educators, students, or the simply curious think big. Resources Philosophy Pages (Garth Kemerling) This reference site has many great features to help you in […]
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