The first group of episodes will establish a foundation of educational philosophy, from which we can move forward. Technology is having a tremendous impact on classrooms around the world. We’re considering what the effects of rapid proliferation of communication innovations may be on student learning. We’ll compare research into how new devices compare to older, more familiar methods with The Reading Brain in the Digital Age: The Science of Paper versus Screens (Scientific American) and A study of print and computer-based reading to measure and compare rates of comprehension and retention. Our debate compares a focus on highest performers versus minimum thresholds of achievement for all. We’re drinking a Vanilla Porter from Breckenridge Brewing Co.
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