Filed by Barbara R. • March 9, 2010
Open source software has an illustrious history, fervent advocates and a quixotic stance in a capitalist climate. Can it also be a model for open government and civic action?
Filed by Sarah J. • March 4, 2010
A new report from the Pearson Foundation examines how digital media is affecting early literacy around the globe.
Filed by Katie Davis • March 1, 2010
Guest author Katie Davis reports on a convening of researchers who met to discuss the potentials and perils of young people’s digital media activities.
Filed by Barbara R. • February 25, 2010
Highlights include talks on the participation gap by S. Craig Watkins, and Sonia Livingstone on learning and risk taking.
Filed by Connie Yowell • February 9, 2010
If you can bridge learning and gaming, apply by Feb. 15 for the chance to win cash awards and recognition from leading game makers. The public is also invited to offer feedback on entries.
Filed by Christine C. • February 5, 2010
We just learned about this great opportunity with Global Kids. The application deadline is right around the corner—Thursday, Feb. 11—but all you have to do is answer a very short survey. And did we mention how terrific this opportunity is?
Filed by Christine C. • February 3, 2010
When it comes to learning about technology, the best teachers are sometimes already in the classroom, facing the front of the class.
Filed by Christine C. • January 27, 2010
Wondering how to turn the State of the Union into an engaging assignment? Vanessa Vartabedian, the community manager at the New Media Literacies Community Site, a research initiative based within USC’s Annenberg School for Communication, posted a great suggestion today: Join in writing a collaborative State of the Union.
Filed by Christine C. • January 6, 2010
A School Library Journal story on Global Kids opens with a great play on the “If you teach a man to fish ...” story.
February 23, 2009
As is our custom, we’ve gathered a few links in digital media and learning from around the web that might be of interest to our readers. They include a forum and article on simulation games, book reviews and more.
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