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12 Reasons Why I Use Twitter

It’s been a long time since I last posted. In between, I (finally) discovered the power of microblogging on Twitter. I freely admit that I am late to the Twitter party and a beginner in many ways. It took me about three weeks to discover the elements of microblogging that appeal to me. Like any new innovation, you need … Continue reading »

Why Do Online Discussions Fail?

Over the past few months I have been re-designing online courses that help to support teachers as they integrate technology into blended and online learning environments. I am going to try to make more time to share my insights with you, beginning with this post about using discussion boards in learning. Many educators use online … Continue reading »

Checklist for Evaluating Tech Tools, Apps, Software, and Hardware

I have been searching high and low for an efficient, easy-to-understand list of criteria for evaluating hardware, software, tools, and everything in between. Most online articles that I found focus on selling things, or are incredibly vague or incomplete so I decided to do some brainstorming based on what I have found in my own … Continue reading »

Bite Sized Tech Pudding – Tip #1: Title Your Tables

I clearly remember the last time I prepared instant noodles, but was too hungry to wait for the water to boil completely before adding them. The result was soggy noodles, which equalled diminished enjoyment of a sacred comfort food experience. This is an example of a time when I learned something that was supposed to be simple, yet … Continue reading »

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