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Interesting Uses of Technology: Virtual Libraries in Second Life

Tech Soup

YouTube and Wikipedia are usually first choices for information seekers. " Dr. Valerie Hill is an adjunct instructor at Texas Woman's University School of Library and Information Science and is also a librarian herself. The Rise of Virtual Libraries. Virtual libraries aren't a new phenomenon.

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What’s A Learning Experience Platform? The Essential Guide

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On-Demand Learning: With an LXP, learners can access the course content they seek, when they seek it. Rather than learners accessing content as it becomes available, learners always have access to a vast library of on-demand courses. On the other hand, LXPs are: Focused on personalized learning experiences.

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How We Learn – Capitalize On Knowing

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While, others must spend days scrutinizing a tidbit of information to determine its worth, write the virtual book, and shelf it in the library stacks in their mind. The best instructors and course developers are able to evaluate how their student’s learn and cater their offerings to get the best out of the situation.

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The Birth of a Field: Digital Media and Learning

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MacArthur wants to know: How is digital media changing the way that children learn and develop and what are the implications? Digital media is being shaped by the private sector (YouTube, MySpace, etc). These social networking spaces are becoming the place where a lot of (informal) learning by young people is taking place.

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