VR = Virtual Reality IoT = Internet of Things From medicine to science and engineering, VR and related technologies could soon change teaching and learning. I think Mr. Walter’s November 2nd article in EdTech HigherEd, is forward thinking in his recent observation about the the increased use of Virtual Reality in Higher Education and it’s…
Microsoft’s Minecraft + Hololens = AMAZING
Yesterday I attended a wedding and enjoyed sitting with relatives. What was striking about the event wasn’t so much the beautiful ceremony, but the 4-year old who talked my ear off FOR OVER TWO HOURS about one thing: MINECRAFT! IT WAS AWESOME!! (see little Levi’s picture at left) Every little youngster in our family is hooked on the “digital…
Best Back to the Future Predictions Review October 21, 2015
Today is Back to the Future Day! I had a lot of fun making the above video. It’s an in-depth look at the predictions made for October 21, 2015 as depicted in the 1989 movie “Back to the Future 2“– You will be surprised at how many came true! These are the predictions that Back…
Site Overhaul Going On Now
My site is currently undergoing substantial re-construction. It feels a lot like fixing a plane while it’s in the air and it’s taking longer than I want BUT, it will be a more powerful resource for friends and colleagues when I’m finished as I have some exciting new upgrades coming that I’m excited about!
What is the Internet of Things (IoT)?
Internet of Things (IoT) is the inter-connectedness of all things through the Internet. What Is the Internet of Things The drivers of the technology and movement are the technology companies who will power the IoT: IBM, Intel & Cisco amongst others. IBM Think Academy put out this great video HOW IT WORKS: Internet of Things…
Higher Order Thinking Skills
I find it’s common for students (of all ages) to say ‘they know something’. I’m fond of challenging them with three questions. First, “How do you know what you know?” This question is designed to help them to reflect and evaluate what exactly they know and where they got their information. The typical student response…