Upside Learning

MAY 28, 2010

Just very recently Google announced the release of CloudCourse , calling it both an internal learning platform and also a course scheduling system. Built entirely on Google’s App Engine, it is primarily a scheduling platform which integrates with Google Calendar. And that would definitely be news!

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Google Docs Platform Google Calendar LMS 225

Upside Learning

MAY 29, 2012

It says – “We expect students to continue using products such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and other existing social networks, as well as Bing, Google and other search tools,” Microsoft said. Fox news says “So.cl ” How’s it different? distinguishes itself by focusing on learning and education.

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Social Networks Social Search Microsoft Search 228

Upside Learning

JANUARY 11, 2011

Internet Surpasses Television as Main News Source for Young Adults. This article talks about Pew Center Research study reports, which states that the Internet is now the main national and international news source for people ages 18-29. 100+ Google Tricks for Teachers. Where to Find Free eBooks for Children Online.

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Blended Learning Technology Learning Technologies iPad 209

Upside Learning

NOVEMBER 30, 2010

In its new Education White Paper, the government says the key to improving standards in England’s schools is ‘good teaching’. Mike Baker looks at what makes a good teacher in this insightful article on BBC News. This article on the New York Times talks how kids today are caught between two worlds –virtual and the real.

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Social Networks Google Docs Technology Learning Technologies 199

Upside Learning

DECEMBER 8, 2009

4. Google Reader. 5. Google Docs. 8. Google Search. I can identify with this as I seem to be finding links to some great information & news through people I follow. It’s been created based on responses from 278 learning professionals worldwide and has taken several months to compile. 2. Delicious.

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Google Docs Slideshare Tools PLE 178

Upside Learning

JANUARY 19, 2010

During the course of a routine trawl of my news-feeds I stumbled on something interesting that I found relevant to my current research into mobile learning. Related posts: General Considerations for Mobile Learning (mLearning) Skill-Pill: Just-in-Time Mobile Learning Google Goggles and Mobile Learning.

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Mobile Learning Mobile Simulations Examples 234

Upside Learning

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

As people increasingly embrace social media and new technologies with open arms, social learning, informal learning and blended learning continue to gain a strong foothold in an organization’s learning palette. Besides the latest scoop, news and stories, you can also find tips, tricks and tutorials to help you get the most out of this 9.7”

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Blended Learning Media Learning Technologies iPad 240