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Maximizing Learning Potential with Open Educational Resources

Kitaboo

In a world where education is rapidly evolving, Open Educational Resources (OERs) have emerged as a game-changer. A recent survey by NCBI shows a staggering 91% of respondents actively engaging with OERs. Yet, despite these impressive figures, OERs remain underutilized in many regions globally. Table of Contents : I.

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Why Open Content is Not Yet Adopted in the Workplace

Kapp Notes

ASTD's Big Question for March is How do we leverage open content in workplace learning? But they are not the only initiative, there is the Open High School of Utah and the Flat World Knowledge project that is focusing on creating open, low cost books and Yale Open courses offers select introductory courses online.

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Understanding the Importance of Educational Content Licensing for Schools and Institutions

Kitaboo

Modern-day education involves the use of amazing virtual reality experiences , interactive modules, and other tech-savvy resources to make learning fun and engaging. Whether it’s eBooks, videos, or digital learning tools, educational content licensing allows you to use all the exciting content legally. Table of Contents: I.

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Moving Microlearning to the Cloud

Ed App

Mobile learning in massive open online courses (MOOC) is different from the traditional forms of learning as it is fragmented and heavily-dependant on collaboration. A smart learning environment ideally uses data mining techniques to understand learner behavior and offer relevant content based on the data collected.

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Top 10 eLearning Predictions for 2010

Tony Karrer

Before I start with any of my actual predictions, let me throw in an overall prediction that the year is going to start off slow for most people, but by the end of the year, we will all be thinking: “Wow, 2010 was a crazy year!” It’s mostly going to be the same – as it always is. I even have been known to contradict myself from year to year.

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What Makes a MOOC a MOOC?

ID Reflections

MOOCs have taken the world of higher ed and corporate learning by the proverbial storm. When George Siemens , Dave Cormier and Stephen Downes came up with the concept in 2008, they had a vision of how a “learning design” based on Connectivism could change the face of learning and collaboration. Into this space enters MOOCs!

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Interactive Textbooks: Transforming the Educational Landscape

Kitaboo

Digital textbooks with interactivity enhance the learning experience and leverage technology to offer a more dynamic and interactive learning experience. Interactive learning eBooks are all about providing a more immersive and personalized learning experience for students. Tools for students to take notes.