The field of information and technology has been working on getting things done with a single touch for as long as we can remember. This current decade marks the peak of evolution in the sector of IT with its miraculous developments. The concept of “Internet of Things – IoT” is no stranger to this. The […] … learn more→
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Education sector & IoT: The benefits of evolution
How a cyber attack hampered Hong Kong protesters
Massive public protests taking place in Hong Kong over the past week are aimed at a new extradition law, known as the Fugitive Offenders Ordinance, that would see accused criminals extradited to mainland China to face prosecution. Hongkongers feel the law could be used to legalise the kidnapping of people who express views, and act in ways, that […] … learn more→
Exams: to properly revise, test yourself !
When we talk about examinations, controls or homework, we immediately think about grade notes, averages and admissions to training. But while tests are a convenient format for evaluating performance, their usefulness does not stop there. Research shows that these are particularly effective tools for learning. Indeed, when one is tested, one must produce an effort of recovery in memory, that is to […] … learn more→
Ethics of AI: how should we treat rational, sentient robots – if they existed?
Imagine a world where humans co-existed with beings who, like us, had minds, thoughts, feelings, self-conscious awareness and the capacity to perform purposeful actions – but, unlike us, these beings had artificial mechanical bodies that could be switched on and off. That brave new world would throw up many issues as we came to terms with […] … learn more→
Colleges Introduce crypto courses: What should students know about cryptocurrency?
Cryptocurrencies are gradually introduced to everyone in the world, and many universities think it is high time that they started educating the young minds about this innovation. Therefore, many colleges around the globe decided to introduce cryptocurrency courses and help students understand what they could expect from a new form of money. At the moment, […] … learn more→
How to make the most out of your time as a college student
Many college students struggle with time management. Sometimes, the schedule becomes too tight to bear. This is when they decide to boycott classes and go clubbing. Is this a good idea; absolutely no. As a student, there are ways you can plan your time well and ensure you have fun and study at the same […] … learn more→
School exclusions are on the up – but training teachers in trauma could help
After years of decline, school exclusions are on the rise again, according to official figures for the Department for Education. The Timpson review, carried out by former children’s minister Edward Timpson, also shows that children in care and other “children in need” are disproportionately likely to be excluded. This amplifies the educational disadvantages they already face. There […] … learn more→
Must we speak English forever to teach it well?
While the evaluation reports on the results of French students in foreign languages are traditionally disappointing, the latest publication of the Ministry of Education on the achievements at the end of school and college brings a glimmer of hope: between 2004 and In 2016, the level of English would have increased overall, both orally and in writing. […] … learn more→
Artificial intelligence-enhanced journalism offers a glimpse of the future of the knowledge economy
Much as robots have transformed entire swaths of the manufacturing economy, artificial intelligence and automation are now changing information work, letting humans offload cognitive labor to computers. In journalism, for instance, data mining systems alert reporters to potential news stories, while newsbots offer new ways for audiences to explore information. Automated writing systems generate financial, sports and elections coverage. […] … learn more→
Forgiving student loans is useless without punishing the thieving schools
Another election is on the horizon, and already politicians are getting votes in the usual way: promising “free stuff.” Normally, I’m against the notion of getting something for “free” from the government, but I have an exception for student loan forgiveness, for many of the victims of our higher education system. Lest the gentle reader […] … learn more→
