News tagged with learning technology

Virtual learning environments put new demands on teachers

Introduction of hi-tech teaching aids in the classroom often comes with great hopes for enhanced learning. Yet a new doctoral thesis from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, shows that new technologies per se do not improve ...

Other Sciences / Social Sciences

created Apr 23, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Plugged into learning: Computers help students advance

Technology has grown by leaps and bounds, yet are computers helping students progress in their learning? Absolutely, says a 40-year retrospective on the impact of technology in classrooms.

Other Sciences / Social Sciences

created Jan 17, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

The talking kitchen that teaches you French

An innovative kitchen that gives step-by-step cooking instructions in French could spark a revolution in language learning in the UK.

Technology / Hi Tech & Innovation

created Oct 24, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

ONR's digital tutors give Naval recruits, high school students an academic edge

When President Obama underscored the importance of a college education to eighth-graders during their April 11 visit to the White House, he was echoing the collective sentiment among the nation's educators ...

Technology / Hi Tech & Innovation

created Apr 18, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Non-traditional learning environments need clearer definitions, researchers say

What is the difference between e-learning, online learning and distance learning? University of Missouri researchers have found that even educators can't agree on what different forms of learning environments entail and, ...

Other Sciences / Social Sciences

created Apr 05, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

Solving the crisis of choice online

In an age of information overload, a team of European researchers are developing technology to solve the “crisis of choice” people face when surfing the web, shopping for products online or watching TV.

Technology / Computer Sciences

created Jul 12, 2010 | popularity 3 / 5 (2) | comments 1

Tech and teens

(PhysOrg.com) -- Digital media use is transforming the way young people learn, UCI researcher Mizuko "Mimi" Ito has found, and schools should take note.

Other Sciences / Social Sciences

created Nov 30, 2009 | popularity 3 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Combination of old and new media deepens mathematical understanding

By combining the trusty old book, pen and paper with the possibilities offered by the computer and the interactive whiteboard, ICT can help to improve students’ understanding in maths education. So conclude a team of researchers ...

Other Sciences / Other

created Mar 19, 2009 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Ancient cultures a click away

(PhysOrg.com) -- Portals used to launch you, Stargate-style, to bizarre places brought to life by science fiction writers. Today, thanks to European research, portals can take you to fascinating virtual destinations - both ...

Technology / Computer Sciences

created Mar 19, 2009 | popularity 4 / 5 (3) | comments 1

Teaching intangibles with technology

Teach students some facts, and they learn for one exam at a time. Teach students to think and they learn how to learn for the rest of their lives. Ambitious work from European and Israeli researchers is making it easier to ...

Technology / Software

created Jan 05, 2009 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 0