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The Google Effect

Learningtogo

I recently heard a term that was new to me, “ The Google Effect.” I googled it. A 2011 study by Harvard University asked subjects to search for different types of information. It is true that Google and other search engines have rewired our brains – because everything we experience rewires us in some way.

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July 2011 Review

Jane Hart

July was Google Plus month – and it was interesting to read the variety of articles and blog posts about this shiny new social networking service. But my 5 favourite articles from July (that are not Google+ related) were: Why excellent performance isn’t nearly enough , bnet, 8 July 2011.

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Google Plus currently highest ranked NEW tool on the Top 100 Tools List 2011

Jane Hart

As voting for this year’s Top 100 Tools for Learning 2011 draws to a close Google Plus has now moved into 26th place on the list, and is now the top new tool on the list. You can view the current state of the list HERE.

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My Top 10 Tools for Learning 2011

Jane Hart

In 2011 I now use Google Reader , and although it is no longer my most indispensable tool, it is still an important tool for me to keep up to date with what is happening in the “learning&# world. . In 2011 I now use WordPress to power my website. So what does my Top 10 Tools for Learning 2011 look like?

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Twitter as Social Learning: Seven Ways to Facilitate the Exchange.

Dashe & Thomson

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Twitter as Social Learning: Seven Ways to Facilitate the Exchange of Information by Paul on March 14, 2011 in social learning Most of us in the adult learning industry have already found and incorporated Twitter into our everyday lives.

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Top Ten Tools for Learning 2011

Experiencing eLearning

Google Reader is still my main tool for personal learning. Google Search has never been on my list before, but it really should have been. Google is one of the first places I go when I need to learn something specific. I use Google Scholar search, blog search, or other advanced options as needed. Personal Learning.

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Moving from Teacher to Facilitator | Social Learning Blog

Dashe & Thomson

Even with the help of the newest technology tools to communicate and educate including social media, wikis, and Google, we still need to transform our ILT classrooms and training sessions into integrated blended learning environments. March 17, 2011 at 12:14 am # I am adult learner educator. I find your blog page quite interesting.