Here is a nice presentation with some good ideas on how to make linear navigation (i.e., Next>>) more interesting.
5 Ways to Make Linear Navigation More Interesting
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How the Internet is Revolutionizing Education
I am a fan of infographics and just saw this one on How the Internet is Revolutionizing Education.
The Flipped Classroom
So there is a lot of talk these days about the power of “The Flipped Classroom” (see this Google Search)
I just found this great infographic on the topic on Twitter:
Created by Knewton and Column Five Media
Polls
Research has shown the benefits of “clickers” (i.e., student response systems).
Whether you are teaching a class or delivering a presentation, learner/audience interaction is key.
Polls are one way to do this. There are a number of different options out there–some are free, other’s allow learners to use cell phones, and so forth. The following are few that I am aware of. I have used PollEveryWhere.com and TwtPoll.com in the past with mixed results.
- http://www.polleverywhere.com/
- http://wiffiti.com/
- http://www.iclicker.com/dnn/Products/webclicker/tabid/156/Default.aspx
- http://www.tophatmonocle.com/
- http://www.turningtechnologies.com/audienceresponseproducts/responseoptions/responseware/
- http://twtpoll.com
What are your experiences? What others have you used?
Drawing Applications
I am a Adobe Fireworks fan. I have been using it for years and typically prefer to use it over Illustrator + Photoshop. However, more and more free or cheap tools alternatives are becoming available. Here are a few that I know of.
http://www.splashup.com/light/
http://www.aviary.com/#sectionadvanced [Check out education options: http://www.aviaryeducation.com/]
http://www.openoffice.org/ (draw program)
http://www.memecode.com/image.php
What others do you know of? Which one of these are the best?