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8 EdTech Trends You Should Know

LearnDash

For those of you who are new to the concept of EdTech, it is a pretty broad concept, covering the use of technology like tablets, apps, web tools, social media, and more to improve learning. Social media networks in the classroom. Social media networks in the classroom. Reference: dailygenius.com.

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The evolution of personal learning environments

Origin Learning

A personal learning environment refers to the tools, technologies, resources etc. We look for solutions on YouTube, Wikipedia, blogs and such online resources when we encounter a problem. Discussions happen over social media websites, online webinars and lectures are a common thing and mobiles keep us connected all the time.

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Online Video: the Perfect Social Learning Tool? | Social Learning Blog

Dashe & Thomson

Because video is, apparently, a perfect manifestation of social learning theory. But why is video so much more effective at accelerating innovation than, say, print – or even eLearning? Search the blog Popular Latest Comments Tags Web-Based, Instructor-Led, EPSS? Properly d.

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Facebook or Kanye West: Which Pop Icon Has a Future in Enterprise.

Dashe & Thomson

Some don’t like it in comparison to other social media outlets, many choose not to use it, but again, I’ve never heard the word “hate” in conjunction with “Facebook.” And let’s be honest, if anyone had the nerve to lambast learning on TV, it’d be Kanye. Another subject I’ve never heard anyone say they hate is Facebook.

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Facebook or Kanye West: Which Pop Icon Has a Future in Enterprise.

Dashe & Thomson

Some don’t like it in comparison to other social media outlets, many choose not to use it, but again, I’ve never heard the word “hate” in conjunction with “Facebook.” And let’s be honest, if anyone had the nerve to lambast learning on TV, it’d be Kanye. Another subject I’ve never heard anyone say they hate is Facebook.

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What's a Thought Leader?

The Performance Improvement Blog

The designation has been applied to long-established experts as well as overnight, social media sensations. First use of the term is attributed to Joel Kurtzman who, in 1994, used it in marketing to refer to companies that were intentionally positioned to become known as authorities on a particular product or service.

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Top Five Tips to Create Accessible Content

CourseArc

If there is no alt text, the screen reader will simply say “IMAGE” with no frame of reference. Image of MLK w/ Link to Wikipedia]. When in doubt, refer to the color contrast checker from Web Accessibility in Mind (or WebAim), among their other valuable resources. . Download it today for easy reference. Null/Empty.

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