I want to start with the conclusion of this paper by Karpicke and Blunt (Science, January 2011). Research on retrieval practice suggests a view of how the human mind works that differs from everyday intuitions. Retrieval is not merely a read out of the knowledge stored in one's mind – the act of reconstructing knowledge itself enhances learning. This … [Read more...] about More 2 Unlearn, Further thoughts on the paper: Retrieval Practice Produces More Learning than Elaborative Studying with Concept Mapping
What’s the Issue with Apple Magazine Subscriptions
As a consumer, I see nothing wrong with subscriptions coming through the Apple App Store, as was announced today (Apple Launches Subscriptions on the App Store). At least from the business model standpoint as we transition from paper to digital formats. Obtaining traditional magazines in digital format, however, is not the future of content. In the long run, content needs to … [Read more...] about What’s the Issue with Apple Magazine Subscriptions
Where Next for Nokia and Microsoft?–Be the Best Windows Phone Partner or Be Irrelevant
So Nokia has decided to partner with Microsoft. The details may have changed, but my strategic advice to them remains the same. They need to analyze their strengths against the competitors and combine those with the strengths of the Microsoft platform in order to out innovate Apple and Google. They will not survive if they don't create the ultimate Windows phone. HTC and others … [Read more...] about Where Next for Nokia and Microsoft?–Be the Best Windows Phone Partner or Be Irrelevant
New Social Media Targeted to Learners
Here is an article from The Chronicle of Higher Education that looks at new social media services aimed at learners. My sense is that we already have commercial sites that meet most needs. Do you think any of these services will take off? If so, which ones? Why? Read the article here: New Social Software Tries to Make Studying Feel Like Facebook The new services covered … [Read more...] about New Social Media Targeted to Learners
Time to Rethink First 2 Years of College?
Time to Rethink First 2 Years of College? From NPR February 9, 2010 As enrollment rates in colleges have continued to increase, a new book questions whether the historic number of young people attending college will actually learn all that much once they get to campus. In Academically Adrift: Limited Learning on College Campuses, two authors present a study that followed … [Read more...] about Time to Rethink First 2 Years of College?