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Games for Change 2007: Funders Perspective Panel

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

The key takeaway for me is the whole point about the need for new metrics to measure learning from games. Talked about the openness to games and the need for research. Working on a series of research studies on the benefits of games. New learning environment puts games at the center. Emphasis is on digital literacy.

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MathAndCoding Turns the Library into a Coding Classroom (Part 2)

Tech Soup

In addition to visual programming and Java, MathAndCoding now offers classes on HTML, CSS, and template-based web design, as well as a Technology Day event where they introduce games and apps for different platforms. The concept of] family literacy is also very important in our community. Check it out ! Image: MathAndCoding.

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Remote Technology in the Pandemic: Rebalancing Toward Equity and Access

Non Profit Quarterly

Another CVA who spearheads volunteer operations for a big city civic engagement nonprofit told us that virtual tools have “totally changed the game,” and that “I don’t know that we will ever have a portfolio that won’t have virtual offerings again.” We’re open, but a lot of the volunteers just have not returned yet.”.

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La Conner Regional Library: Windows MultiPoint Server Case Study

Tech Soup

They also have a homework help program for school children and offer a variety of digital literacy computer classes. Patrons can also bring their own laptops and tablets and use the library's free WiFi. Lane is planning to do a game design class and is excited about using the MultiPoint Server system as a teaching tool.

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La Conner Regional Library: Windows MultiPoint Server Case Study

Tech Soup

They also have a homework help program for school children and offer a variety of digital literacy computer classes. Patrons can also bring their own laptops and tablets and use the library's free WiFi. Lane is planning to do a game design class and is excited about using the MultiPoint Server system as a teaching tool.

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The Birth of a Field: Digital Media and Learning

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

He noted that media literacy has to be integrated as a skill set in all places. Media literacy and creation skills can't be add-ons in schools, but have to be integrated across the curriculum in all subjects. " Media literacy is a paradigm shift - not an add-in subject. It starts in the home. Parents are facing challenges.

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Nonprofit Commons Recap: Will Play Games for Peace

Tech Soup

Barry Joseph of Global Kids recently came to visit the Nonprofit Commons to discuss the potential of gaming for social change. It has become increasingly popular in gaming to blend fantasy-based solutions with real-life social issues. "In May, one youth will win a new laptop with other cool prizes. Photo: Br3nda.

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