Technology & Learning - October 2007 - (Page 1) OCTOBER 2007 Features 16 How Fast Is Fast Enough? Karen Greenwood Henke The issue of bandwidth is increasingly the question of the day at schools nationwide. 22 Cover Story: Career Education in the Digital Age Cover Illustration by Jae Shim Susan McLester What vocational education has to teach mainstream programs about 21st-century learning. Products 6 Product Guide 12 Reviews 30 Getting It Wrong Lee Wilson Part two of the two-part series exploring myths about video games and their learning potential. Tablets Dispensed Miguel Guhlin A look at how to make the best decision when purchasing a slate or convertible computer. Leapster Story Explorers Jamelle Jacques The Leapster Story Explorer is a handheld gadget and personal learning tool geared toward Spanish-speaking English learners. Also: Start Editing Now!—transforming your classroom into a movie studio is just a drag and drop away. Online www.techlearning.com Teaching Students to Become Media-Savvy Consumers Andrew Powell An elementary school teacher helps international students cope with consumerism. Pop Goes the Web Site Christopher Young Middle school students create radio-style podcasts while learning valuable skills. It’s Not Just a Game— It’s Life Skills Dennis Southwood Should we use computer role-playing games in the classroom? 46 What’s New Interwrite Learning, Hamilton Wired Headphones, Educational Systemics TeleScope for K–12, and School Web Lockers. Departments & Columns 2 Editor’s Desk The Nation Rediscovers Voc Ed Susan McLester 38 Point of View Critical Evaluation in the Collaborative Era Kathy Schrock The role of a wiki in developing authentic research skills. 44 Bottom Line Preparing for Fall E-Rate Deadlines Cathy Cruzan How to properly navigate the 2008 program year. 4 News & Trends 36 Higher Ed RateMyProgram.com Scott McLeod A bright idea for students who want to rate college programs. 40 How To You Can Take It With You Jeffrey Branzburg Integrating video segments in curriculum with ease. 48 Emerging Tech Word by Word Lindsay Oishi Rapid serial visual presentation (RSVP) can improve reading comprehension. Technology & Learning October 2007 | 1 http://www.techlearning.com
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