http://agileinstructionaldevelopment.blogspot.com/
I found Dr. Miller’s description of the challenges experienced by an Instructional Designer using ADDIE to create instructional packages which are both engaging and informative. Above all, it warns the designer of the need to be flexible as sometimes the original specifications of the client might change during the process. This information is very useful for young designers.
http://www.sync-blog.com/sync/2010/09/ipads-in-schools.html
In this blog, Rhonda Callow informs that the California school district plans to replace text books with the iPad in the near future. Rhonda comments that the introduction of computers in school has revolutionized the way students learn. However, she appears uncertain as to whether student achievement has improved as a result of digital innovations in the classroom. In fact, in a related article entitled “Do Computers help or Hinder our Kids Educations?” Rhonda suggests that students often use computers for entertainment rather that for academic research, and this might explain the regression in student performance when computers are introduced in the classroom. . Interesting articles!
http://halfanhour.blogspot.com/2010/09/1.html
In this article, Stephen Downes answers questions about the impact of technology on schools. He points out that technology removes the boundaries from schools making education more open and public. He further explains that the value of technology cannot be determined from student test scores; but rather we should value how it engages diverse learners and evaluate its success on the “quality of life enjoyed, all other things being equal, by the learner”. Additionally, Downes maintains that technology must be "immersive" and should create a comfortable environment which promotes learning. This article is a must read for every educator.
