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FOR SEVERAL DECADES, textbook publishers followed the same basic model: Pitch a hefty tome of knowledge to faculty for inclusion in lesson plans; charge students an equally hefty sum; revise and update its content as needed every few years. Repeat. But the last several years have seen a shift at colleges and universities—one that has more recently turned tectonic. Via Elizabeth E Charles 
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Universities and students are seeing cost-cutting as a new way of life. One of the ways they're achieving a more cost-efficient education is eliminating text... Via Bobbi Dunham
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The How Digital Devices Are Reshaping Education Infographic reveals information about how digital devices have changed the traditional education landscape. Via Tom D'Amico (@TDOttawa) , Edith Irizarry
W. Bradley Gooderham's curator insight,
June 20, 2014 11:22 PM
In 2013/14, I only used novels in English class and even then only to provide time away from a screen. Every other class and activity used digital resources and engaged technology to find, sort, contextualize, and share information. This is a very interesting infographic. 
Dyana Mason's curator insight,
June 23, 2014 11:06 PM
Digital devices are re-shaping the classroom. I've seen some new tools in action. As educators, we should learn how students are using these new tools and adjust our teaching appropriately. 
Dian J Harrison, MSW, MPA's curator insight,
July 8, 2014 8:09 PM
This definitely speaks to the support that older students will need to be successful in online programs! For some of these students, the technology learning curve will be steep but doable....... especially if they are used to reading a book in print! |
