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The E-Book Revolution and the Education Evolution

The physical substratum of the written word has always been the printed page. Now, digital technology is changing everything, and the two-dimensional screen has become the hot new medium for the transmission of ideas through the use of visual language. However, in this instance the evolution of communication techniques and technology is really a parallel [...]

Game On!

Educators of all levels are constantly looking for way to integrate the technologies, content, and practices of popular culture into their classrooms. Most of their students are immersed in this world, and accessing educational advantages through the newest technologies is an excellent way to facilitate learning, even on the college level. The driving forces of [...]

The True Value of the College Education

Great article in the NY Times about the current value of a college degree. Although there has been plently of debate about the value of a college degree, there is still strong evidence to support the cost and time of obtaining a college degree. Via M