Monthly Archives: November 2010

Education Bolsheviks

Posted on November 12, 2010 by Antonio Vantaggiato

Image via Wikipedia The Edu-Bolsheviks Jim Groom wrote a passionate and alarming post, a little ago (Education Connection, it’s more than just a catchy jingle…). It resonated til I found a way to make my own sense out of it. … Continue reading →

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Myths of Teaching & Learning – 4

Posted on November 10, 2010 by Antonio Vantaggiato

Technology & Content: The Classical Struggle The Myth Discussed Herein Takes Many Forms: Technology is only the medium, or Tech must be primarily used for its value within a didactic context, or Tech must be used in a humanistic setting. … Continue reading →

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Myths of Teaching & Learning 3

Posted on November 8, 2010 by Antonio Vantaggiato

Myths of Teaching & Learning 3 Sitting Through Lectures A recent article on The New York Times of Nov. 5, 2010 (Live vs. Distance Learning: Measuring the Differences by Trip Gabriel), prompts me to write a new, urgent post on … Continue reading →

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On Connectivism & Learning

Posted on November 3, 2010 by Antonio Vantaggiato

A few, brief considerations on George Siemens‘ thoughts regarding connectivism and learning. A review more than anything: I enjoyed his keynotes at Sagrado so very much, and even more the informal talks we had together with students and friends, and … Continue reading →

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