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Got Game? Digital Media and Learning Competition Offers $50,000 for Gaming Ideas

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.

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Digital Media and Learning Competition is Accepting New Applications

Filed by Christine C. • February 5, 2010

If you missed the deadline for the Digital Media and Learning Competition, which provides $2 million in awards to innovators in the field of digital media and learning, you’re in luck—the competition website has re-opened and is accepting new applications through Feb. 15.

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2010 Digital Media and Learning Competition: Join the Conversation

Filed by Sarah J. • January 29, 2010

Behind the Research: 2010 Digital Media and Learning Competition: Join the Conversation

Just because the application deadline has passed, doesn’t mean it’s too late to have input into which are the most inspiring uses of new media to support learning. This year, for the first time, the 2010 Digital Media and Learning Competition has invited the public to comment on proposals.

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PLAYBACK: Educational Paperback Association Embraces New Name, New Mission with Digital Media

Filed by Christine C. • January 14, 2010

Plus: Pew Research Center updates internet user demographics; Digital Media & Learning Competition timeline extended; Futurelab researchers discuss computer games in the classroom—all in Spotlight’s Digital Media and Learning News Round-Up.

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