Information and Communications Technology (ICT) has been the focus of much debate and development within education, especially in the primary sector. This text offers tried and tested ideas for using IT effectively across the whole primary curriculum.

Learn all about the note-taking technique that improves memory and learning, concentration, time management, and creativity. Included: Introduction Chapter One: The Science of Mind Mapping Chapter Two: Guidelines for the Mind Mapping Process Chapter Three: The Structure of the Mind Mapping Process Chapter Four: Mind Mapping Characteristics Chapter Five: Understanding the Architecture of Your Brain Chapter Six: Uses for Mind Mapping ...

Building products and services that people interact with is the big challenge of the 21st century. Dan Saffer has done an amazing job synthesizing the chaos into an understandable, ordered reference that is a bookshelf must-have for anyone thinking of creating new designs.”— Jared Spool, CEO of User Interface EngineeringInteraction design is all around us. If you’ve ever wondered why your mobile phone looks pretty but doesn’t work well, you’ve confronted bad interaction desi...

Analyzing Social Media Networks with NodeXL offers backgrounds in information studies, computer science, and sociology. This book is divided into three parts: analyzing social media, NodeXL tutorial, and social-media network analysis case studies. Part I provides background in the history and concepts of social media and social networks. Also included here is social network analysis, which flows from measuring, to mapping, and modeling collections of connections. The next part focuses on t...

This collection is for anyone interested in the use of mobile technology for various distance learning applications. Readers will discover how to design learning materials for delivery on mobile technology and become familiar with the best practices of other educators, trainers, and researchers in the field, as well as the most recent initiatives in mobile learning research. Businesses and governments can learn how to deliver timely information to staff using mobile devices. Professors can...

Web 2.0, the second generation of the World Wide Web, allows us to connect, create, collaborate, and share information. When we bring Web 2.0 tools into the classroom, we transform learning. By applying these tools thoughtfully, we see a shift in student engagement, creativity, and higher order learning skills. In this companion book, the authors of the best-selling Web 2.0: New Tools, New Schools introduce you to more Web 2.0 tools and expertly lead you through classroom and professional ...

Explore the new design discipline that is behind such products as the iPod and innovative Web sites like Flickr. While other books on this subject are either aimed at more seasoned practitioners or else are too focused on a particular medium like software, this guide will take a more holistic approach to the discipline, looking at interaction design for the Web, software, and devices. It is the only interaction design book that is coming from a designers point of view rather than that of a...

Engage and teach your team wherever and whenever—from one of the world's leading e-learning authorities.The digital electronics revolution keeps us connected with almost anyone around the world and makes information available anywhere, at anytime. In the workplace, the impact has been great, propelling mobile learning to the forefront of training and education. Dr. Gary Woodill, a senior analyst at a leading e-learning research firm shows you how mobile learning is evolving, and ...

‘A book for every teacher’s bookshelf. This book gives a comprehensive overview of the tools and apps that can be used to help turn a mediocre teaching session into an outstanding one.’ - Cheryl Hine, Leeds City College‘Megan Poore’s updated text is needed more than ever, as social media becomes increasingly integrated in many aspects of education. I would recommend it to all practising teachers and trainee teachers, whatever their subject.’ - Sue Howarth, Univers...

Filled with practical, step-by-step instructions and clear explanations for the most important and useful tasks. Get the job done and learn as you go. Step-by step application of the features of Moodle Quiz provides a good grounding in creating effective assessment FOR and OF learning. Filled with practical, step-by-step instructions and clear explanations for the most important and useful tasks. Get the job done and learn as you go. If you are doing any kind of instruction using Moodle as...

Make the most of the technology available to teachers of English including word processing tools, interactive whiteboards, email and chat, the world wide web, and web 2.0

Online education is offering new opportunities to students of all ages. How To Succeed as an Online Student is full of practical advice from a veteran online instructor on how to get the most of out your class, whether you are seeking a degree, a certificate, or just trying to fulfill continuing education requirements.Learn about how to plan your study time and how to stay motivated to complete your course. Decide what computer hardware and software you need. Get tips for choosing ...