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Here are two ways that discuss how Education is catching up to the Digital age and using Technology as a teaching tool.....take a look.....

A news story from the TV news show 60 minutes:

The most important thing that Mr Khan shows is demonstrated in one simple comment, an innocuous but powerful one. Many systems including some that have similar elements to his have been tried. That simple comment was about the student who smiled whilst differentiating. Smiling, having fun is the most important element to successful teaching and learning. It is this element that makes his system work-nothing more! (Ian Phlam)

And now for the Fabulous, Fun world of Mind Mapping.....

What? ..How?... Check out this video to find out how to be a creative

Mind Mapping genius:

Arne Duncan Calls For Textbooks To Become Obsolete In Favor Of Digital

By JOSH LEDERMAN 10/02/12 06:11 PM ET EDT

"The world is changing," Duncan said. "This has to be where we go as a country."

The transition to digital involves much more than scanning books and uploading them to computers, tablet devices or e-readers. Proponents describe a comprehensive shift to immersive, online learning experiences that engage students in a way a textbook never could.

A student studying algebra might click to watch a video clip explaining a new concept or property. If they get stuck, interactive help features could figure out the problem. Personalized quizzes ensure they're not missing anything – and if they are, bring them up to speed before they move on to the next lesson. Social networking allows students to interact with teachers and each other even when school isn't in session."

Read the entire article here:

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/02/education-chief-wants-tex_0_n_1933469.html