The human eye can physically perceive millions of colours. But we don’t all recognise these colours in the same way. Some people can’t see differences in colours – so called colour blindness– due to a defect or absence of the cells in the retina that are sensitive to high levels of light: the cones. But […] … learn more→
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The way you see colour depends on what language you speak
Revolutionary Ed Tech: 4 online degrees that would benefit from incorporating AI & VR
The typical image of artificial intelligence (AI) & virtual reality (VR) conjured by many is a that of a gamer wearing a headset while immersed in an entertaining environment. However, the latest VR hardware and software delivers powerful learning resources for businesses, non-profit organizations and government agencies. This development gives students the opportunity to learn […] … learn more→
Can we really teach ‘Indigenizing’ courses online?
On April 16, Canadians — and internet users around the world — have the opportunity to participate in “Indigenous Canada,” a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) offered through the University of Alberta and the Coursera consortium of online learning providers. Similar courses — for instance on “Reconciliation through Indigenous education” and “Aboriginal worldviews and education” — are […] … learn more→
Chicago Professors walkout to protest working conditions
Leftism, in its current representation, is nothing without hypocrisy, and today I want to focus on one aspect of this system of belief, namely socialism. Socialism is all about “power to the workers.” The most common worker on our campuses used to be, and should be, the professoriate, the people who actually do the teaching […] … learn more→
Stop treating students like customers and start working with them as partners in learning
University is a big investment. Students want value for money because a future of debt is scary. But there is also a danger when we talk about higher education only in financial terms. It shifts the conversation away from how universities develop students as learners, thinkers, and future leaders. It turns students into customers. Perils […] … learn more→
Blockchain for education and skills? A big maybe.
Over the past year, the value of blockchain’s most notorious application, Bitcoin, soaredfrom $20 billion to over $300 billion before halving again. Since before that rollercoaster ride, blockchain enthusiasts have touted the technology’s potential for solving longstanding problems in a wide array of fields. But what could it have to offer for education and labor policy? […] … learn more→
Higher Ed pay skyrockets in Canada too
So I’m finishing up on an excellent article taking the entire Canadian higher education system to task. The American system operates by essentially the same rules, however, and Canada’s is merely a reflection of the incredibly corrupt system of their much larger southern neighbor. The last abuse discussed in the article is administrative looting of […] … learn more→
The dying art of storytelling in the classroom
Storytelling may be as old as the hills but it remains one of the most effective tools for teaching and learning. A good story can make a child (or adult) prick up their ears and settle back into their seat to listen and learn. But despite the power a great story can have, storytelling has an […] … learn more→
Why teachers are turning to Twitter
Teachers are very busy workers with tightly packed schedules and regular engagement in work outside regular hours (such as for preparing lessons and marking). They have less time for breaks and over 30% spend more than 50 hours a week on teaching activities. On top of busy schedules, teachers are required to undertake professional development and learning to improve […] … learn more→
University music courses are hitting some bum notes
Joe plays guitar in a metal band – averagely well for a 20-year-old – and is enrolled on a music degree course at a post-92 university whose most pressing issue is its own survival. He didn’t have to audition and there was no real interview. He was told what to expect, but he didn’t fully […] … learn more→
