THIS explains why I got such a hard time in two of the Faculties where I studied and taught at UCalgary. Department Heads, Deans & Associate Deans: once this kind of culture gets started, only those who are assholes can … Continue reading →

In an era of high-stakes testing, a struggling school made a shocking choice. Wrong Answer By Rachel Aviv Annals of Education July 21, 2014 Issue Really, the choice is hardly shocking. This is a story about how a bunch of … Continue reading →

I often comment on the flaws of academia - the backstabbing, bullying, posturing, and so on. I have recently discovered (OK, don’t laugh) that the corporate world is worse - at least, when it comes to discussion. I am a … Continue reading →

Who would have imagined that the rapid pace of technology advancement would transform the learning landscape so dramatically! So, if Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, Pinterest are not part of your vocabulary, then either you are living in isolation or you certainly do not belong to this era. Let’s dwell for a minute on social learning […]

What exactly makes millennial employees different from their older colleagues? We know that it’s something. Study after study reports that millennials are poised to remake the American workplace in their image. Research reports, with titles like "Millennials at work: Reshaping the workplace" and "How Millennials Could Upend Wall Street and Corporate America," commonly portray them The post The Surprising Difference Between Millennials and Baby Boomers at Work appeared first on Grovo Blog.

ChangeGamer - Home "ChangeGamer promotes the use of computer games to study themes such as energy, climate change, natural disasters, the environment, economics, politics, history and science. The main function of ChangeGamer is to find high-quality games, and to create … Continue reading →

We’re happy to share some of the most interesting articles we’ve come across about social business, the future of work, and customer experience that we hope you’ll find interesting and valuable. How to Manage Different Personalities in the Office According … The post Roundup: Managing Different Personalities, Delivering Multichannel Customer Support, and more appeared first on Bloomfire.

Academics Anonymous: an open letter to university ‘leaders’ | Higher Education Network | Guardian Professional I LOVE this. Attention University of Calgary - especially the VPs, Deans, Assoc. Deans,…. It takes more than saying you’re great. Clearly you are good … Continue reading →

So I was reading something that talked about designed versus emergent experiences.  Certainly we have familiarity with designed experiences: courses/training, film, theater, amusement parks. Yet emergent experiences seem like they’d have some unique outcomes and consequently could be more valuable and memorable.  So I wondered how an emergent experience might play out to reliably generate a good experience, […]

I’ve been working on my talk for the EdTechTeam Calgary Summit featuring Google for Education (#gafesummit) and I’ve had a couple of AHA moments regarding gamification. I hate feeling like I’m being manipulated - and this seems to be a … Continue reading →

Evolution, isn’t it great?It turns primordial soup into living organisms and monkeys into humans. It also turns the cute little TalentLMS of 2012 to the full fledged LMS force to be reckoned with that it is today. While competitive products have gone the way of the dinosaur, TalentLMS adapted and evolved, in a "survival of... Read more »The post The evolution of TalentLMS [Infographic] appeared first on TalentLMS Blog - eLearning | Instructional Design | LMS.

Do students really like rubrics? Are YOU using them right? Students drop a bomb at the #gafesummit Vancouver: "We don’t like rubrics." | A Stick in the Sand. For my part I quite like rubrics, but I also think many, … Continue reading →

In an age where hiring recruiters check social media platforms alongside resumes, the online space provides ample opportunities to be seen by potential employers. While many interview candidates will have various social media accounts, having a personal website not only makes you stand out, but also provides you with the opportunity to better showcase your skills. Getting Started Although creating a personal website may seem daunting, there are many website builders that provide basic services free of charge. Some of the more popular free website builders include Weebly, WIX, Sitey, Jimdo, Doomby, Webflow, and WordPress. These resources provide website templates and options to add multiple pages. Each website offers a different set of features and is user friendly. Additionally, if you feel the need to add advanced features to your website, there are options to purchase an upgrade your account for a more dynamic website. Things to Include Including a summary or brief biography is important to showcase more of your personality. Unlike a resume, a personal website gives you the freedom to add visual content and more writing space. Along with a biography, you should consider including a link or page to your resume. Keep in mind that many people remove personal information such as your address when posting a resume online. Most importantly, if you have any work samples such as case studies, writing samples, or references, it can be extremely beneficial to showcase these on your website. Also, providing an online portfolio allows prospective employers to physically view and learn more about your work. Make sure to include the results and outcomes of each worksample you place on your website. Benefits A personal website is oftentimes considered to be an extended "online business card." While social media platforms like LinkedIn are beneficial for connecting with business professionals, it can be difficult to showcase your skills on the site. Additionally, creating a personal website makes you more searchable online. You can also cross promote your personal brand by linking your website to LinkedIn and other social media platforms. Also, for those very interested in tracking how effective your websites are, using tools such as Google Analytics can give you better insight on how many people are viewing your personal site and whether or not people choose to download your resume. The New York Times noted that 75 percent of recruiters are required to do an online search of job applicants. Rather than doing a google search and seeing your Facebook page pop up, having a personal website can give you the opportunity to better showcase your personal and professional strengths.    LeftLearn a New SkillView the discussion thread.

My course websites used to be public, but I got tired of others taking my design work w/o permission or attribution. Now most of my courses are password protected. I hadn’t really thought about my syllabi until last year when … Continue reading →

OK, now this has some fun applications….. Creative Random Word Generator Click a button above to generate a set of random words. Use the random word generator to generate between 1 and 8 random words. Use the idea visualisation features … Continue reading →

http://www.theesa.com/facts/pdfs/ESA_EF_2014.pdf A few of the highlights that stood out for me: Women and men are roughly equal in terms of who plays (though they do tend to play different games). Gameplay on smartphones and mobile devices is on the rise. … Continue reading →

When you say that all you need to do to succeed is to try, and they fail, the implication is they simply aren’t trying hard enough. That’s not good. Not everyone is a genius. Really. And there is no evidence … Continue reading →

I’m not defending grade inflation, but I also think it’s misguided to think every class contains a statistically normal range of abilities. If courses are focused on learning rather than sorting, then the idea of requiring professors to give out … Continue reading →

Well that’s nice to hear. Children get the same value from playing videogames as they do from other forms of imaginative play. A Surprising New Study On How Video Games Impact Children. However, the findings do indicate "that electronic play … Continue reading →

There are ways to reduce livestock losses that are both better and cheaper than killing coyotes. They include: Livestock Guardians (like my friend Odin here) and good fencing. Hard to believe, but it’s cheaper than killing coyotes. Ending America’s War … Continue reading →

If you are looking to implement a new LMS, or you are planning a LMS migration, you may be wondering how to narrow down your search. How do you know what to look for in a LMS? What are the best features of a LMS, and which ones can benefit your organization specifically? With our 20+ years worth of knowledge in the learning management system market, we have made a list of the top 5 things to look for when shopping for a new LMS.

A big part of what attracted me to computer science was what I could do with what I was learning. That, and the fact that programming is largely about lists, organizing, and puzzles - all things that women often find … Continue reading →

My keynote from last year at the The 24th IASTED International Conference on Modelling and Simulation. The Calm and The Storm: Simulation and Games - Why All Games are Simu….

I’m going to be interviewed at next week’s Innovation in Undergraduate Education conference. They are good questions. How would you answer them? What is the most compelling innovation in undergraduate learning that you have seen? What are three changes Canadian … Continue reading →