Archive for the ‘Learning Research’ Category
March 29th, 2009
by Sue in Learning Research, Online Learning, Technology
Henry Jenkins on the Learning That Takes Place in Games
I came across a short but compelling interview with MIT professor Henry Jenkins at the recent interactive conference SxSWi.
March 21st, 2009
by Sue in Learning Research, Math in Real Life, Middle School and Beyond
Does Mandating Higher Academic Standards Work?
There’s no question that a strong foundation in algebra is one key to raising academic standards, increasing the competitiveness of our future workforce and opening doors to broader career choices for students.
March 11th, 2009
by Mickelle in Learning Research, Online Learning, Parent Tips
Schooled by 5-8 Year Olds: STOP TALKING TO ME!
Soon after we completed our first round of beta testing with our very first version of DreamBox (think 40 games as compared to our current 350+), I attended an incredible conference called Dust or Magic, an annual Children’s New Media Design Institute, organized by Warren Buckleitner, editor of the Children’s Technology Review.
January 28th, 2009
by Cris in Learning Research, Math fun
Meet a DreamBox Character: Stella!
Stella is the narrator and host of DreamBox Learning K-2 Math! Stella introduces DreamBox students to the magical adventure park and prepares them for their adventures in math learning.
As students play games, uncover clues, and learn lots of math, Stella is a fun and consistent guide through the world of DreamBox.
November 24th, 2008
by Beth in Learning Research, Math fun, Math in Real Life, Parent Tips, Teaching Math
Thankful for Math?
It is always nice to have a fresh perspective on old traditions, but math on a holiday? Many kids will groan if their parents suggest such a thing. There is a way to make the connection between Thanksgiving and math, but it’s always nice to start off this lesson with a story...
November 10th, 2008
by Sarah in Learning Research, Online Learning, Technology
Creating a Children's Product That is "Magic"
I just got back from a great three day "Dust or Magic" conference run by Warren Buckleitner for people who create children's technology products. (The title is a quote from a 17th century philosopsher named Matsuo Basho: "An idea can turn to dust or magic, depending on the talent that rubs against it.")
October 17th, 2008
by Sarah in Learning Research, Math Anxiety, Math Learning, Parent Tips
One Reason US Students Are Falling Behind in Math
We've had a lively discussion in our office this week about the recent New York Times article on issues in US math education in general, and in encouraging girls to be successful in math in particular...
October 16th, 2008
by Sue in Learning Research, Online Learning, Parent Tips
How Young Is Too Young to Begin Computer Learning Games?
I know parents wonder what’s the appropriate age for their children to begin learning to use the computer. Common sense dictates that there’s probably an age at which it’s too early to begin exposing children to computers, even though children are often attracted to it quite young because they see family members using it...
October 14th, 2008
by Sue in Learning Research, Online Learning, Parenting
Advertising Aimed at Young Children Online
I had the opportunity to talk with a number of parents over the last few weeks while their children were in the office testing the upcoming version of our math learning adventures, DreamBox Learning K-2 Math. And as we often hear, many wise parents told me they limit “screen time” for their children.
October 7th, 2008
by Sue in Learning Research, Math in Real Life, Public Education
Standardized Tests: Is the Tail Wagging the Dog?
Recently I wrote about one of the key issues in the recent Bellevue teacher strike: the mandated scripted curriculum. But this is a complex issue and I think there’s a larger point to be made about this: the connection between the standardized curriculum and standardized testing.
March 29th, 2009
by Sue in Learning Research, Online Learning, Technology
Henry Jenkins on the Learning That Takes Place in Games
March 21st, 2009
by Sue in Learning Research, Math in Real Life, Middle School and Beyond
Does Mandating Higher Academic Standards Work?
March 11th, 2009
by Mickelle in Learning Research, Online Learning, Parent Tips
Schooled by 5-8 Year Olds: STOP TALKING TO ME!
Soon after we completed our first round of beta testing with our very first version of DreamBox (think 40 games as compared to our current 350+), I attended an incredible conference called Dust or Magic, an annual Children’s New Media Design Institute, organized by Warren Buckleitner, editor of the Children’s Technology Review.
January 28th, 2009
by Cris in Learning Research, Math fun
Meet a DreamBox Character: Stella!
November 24th, 2008
by Beth in Learning Research, Math fun, Math in Real Life, Parent Tips, Teaching Math
Thankful for Math?
November 10th, 2008
by Sarah in Learning Research, Online Learning, Technology
Creating a Children's Product That is "Magic"
October 17th, 2008
by Sarah in Learning Research, Math Anxiety, Math Learning, Parent Tips
One Reason US Students Are Falling Behind in Math
October 16th, 2008
by Sue in Learning Research, Online Learning, Parent Tips
How Young Is Too Young to Begin Computer Learning Games?
October 14th, 2008
by Sue in Learning Research, Online Learning, Parenting
Advertising Aimed at Young Children Online
October 7th, 2008
by Sue in Learning Research, Math in Real Life, Public Education
