Dear Teacher: Heartfelt Advice for Teachers from Students
29-Nov-2016 by Doreen Beh in category Children, Education, VideoKids with a formal diagnosis, such as autism, Asperger's, ADHD, learning disabilities, Sensory Processing Disorder, and Central Auditory Processing Disorder -- along those who just need to move while learning--often find it challenging to shine in a traditional classroom. The kids who collaborated to write and star in this "Dear Teacher" video represent such students. [...]
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28-Nov-2016 by Doreen Beh in category Creative Learning, GamionThere is a perception in most of the parents that there are certain kids who are creative while others are not. However, Gamion begs to differ on this notion. As a matter of fact just like other skills, children can be inspired and their creative learning skills can be enhanced. Picasso once said that "every [...]
0 0 Read moreComputer science is for everyone | Hadi Partovi | TEDxRainier
11-Nov-2016 by Danny Wong in category Coding, Computer Science, Education, Learn to Code, VideoThis talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. This persuasive talk shows how essential and easy it is to gain a basic understanding of computer science learning principles. Our world increasingly driven by technology and software, so we all need to know the creative, problem-solving power of computer [...]
0 0 Read moreThe poetry of programming | Linda Liukas | TEDxCERN
11-Nov-2016 by Danny Wong in category Coding, Learn to Code, VideoLinda Liukas believes that a movement in technology is already happening and that we need to engage everyone -- especially the next generation -- to take part. She wants to create a more diverse and colourful world of technology, starting with the poetry of code. Linda Liukas is a programmer, storyteller and illustrator. Her children's [...]
0 0 Read moreHow China Is Changing Your Internet | The New York Times
11-Nov-2016 by Doreen Beh in category Technology, VideoIn China, a sheltered internet has given rise to a new breed of app, and American companies are taking notice. What was once known as the land of cheap rip-offs may now offer a glimpse at the future. Produced by: JONAH M. KESSEL and PAUL MOZUR Read the story here: http://nyti.ms/2aK60IE
0 0 Read moreSteve Jobs on Education and Conspiracy Theories….
9-Nov-2016 by Doreen Beh in category Education, VideoSteven Paul "Steve" Jobs (February 24, 1955 – October 5, 2011) was an American information technology entrepreneur and inventor. He was the co-founder, chairman, and chief executive officer (CEO) of Apple Inc.; CEO and majority shareholder of Pixar Animation Studios; a member of The Walt Disney Company's board of directors following its acquisition of Pixar; [...]
0 0 Read more5 reasons why Game Creation benefits children’s growth mindset
9-Nov-2016 by Doreen Beh in category Education, Gamion, Video Game CreationDid you know video game creation can be a good learning platform? A recent study showed that children who are engaged in video games are more creative and have better decision-making ability. Creating and designing video games is a good way to link curriculum with fun activities. Moreover, video game creation strongly influence the analytical [...]
0 0 Read moreA Video Game That Teaches You How To Code
5-Nov-2016 by Danny Wong in category Education, Learn to CodeEverybody in this country should learn how to program a computer because it teaches you how to thinkSteve Jobs For a beginner, learning to code can be intimidating. Enter CodeSpells. UC San Diego's Sarah Guthals has developed this video game to teach people how to code. The story line is simple: you’re a wizard that [...]
0 0 Read more5 skills Children need for future workforce
5-Nov-2016 by Danny Wong in category Education, GamionThe changing time is demanding a lot from children; it's not about their academic qualification that helps in fetching a good job but a sound personality accompanied with skills like leadership, agility, persistence, initiative and inquisitiveness that plays an integral role in making a person stand at a decent position in life. The importance of [...]
0 0 Read moreHow school makes kids less intelligent
5-Nov-2016 by Danny Wong in category Education, VideoThis talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. Eddy Zhong, successful technology entrepreneur, dives into the truth behind our K-12 education system. Eddy strongly believes that the education system diminishes creativity and confines children to a certain path towards success. He contends that kids are taught to believe [...]
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