Monthly Archives: August 2011

When Technology is Ordinary

Posted on August 27, 2011 by pel2

I still get excited about using a GPS in the field. Whether to record a waypoint or navigate to a point, I am still amazed that we can do this. I grew up using paper maps and a compass to… Continue reading →

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Comments — Social Media in Higher Education

Posted on August 16, 2011 by pel2

I am compiling some of the comments I received from colleagues and students after sending out an email with information on the seminar. I also posted a notice in Facebook. Unless you are very careful, using social media invariably leads… Continue reading →

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Social Media in Higher Education

Posted on August 10, 2011 by pel2

We know that most students and many faculty are avid users of Facebook and other social media. Can these new communications tools be used to improve college education? Or should they be avoided at all costs. Take a look… Continue reading →

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