Data is now everywhere in our lives, informing our decisions about which new show to watch, what path to take or whether to grab an umbrella. But it’s practically absent from the way our kids learn. Our approach to teaching data science and data literacy has hardly evolved since I started my teaching career in … Read more
Here are some facts: climate change is real, catastrophic and anthropogenic. Global warming is not a hoax, is happening at an unprecedented rate and is not part of natural fluctuations in global temperatures over geological time. You’d be hard pressed to find a climate scientist who would disagree significantly with anything in the previous two … Read more
Cognitive science is a valuable tool for instructional design because it delves into how our brains process information. By studying how we think, remember, solve problems, and make decisions, cognitive science provides insights that can greatly enhance the effectiveness of educational experiences. Understanding how learning takes place allows instructional designers to create engaging and memorable … Read more