Gary Ackerman @garyackerman@qoto.org

The invention of digital electronic computers during World War II signaled the beginning of a transformation in how humans interact with information; that transformation accelerated with the arrival of personal computers in the late 1970’s, and accelerated even more with the opening of the Internet to general populations.

"Audio books are not reading." Sure, but they are a fantastic way to interact with books... and isn't that the point?

One if the big reasons I ear from educators for not adopting OER is there are no ancillary materials. I've been reviewing those materials from several publishers. They seem a very poor reason to use a textbook.

When businesses merge, they try to convert one's IT system to the other. It never works out well for customers or clients. I suggest textbook companies are an excellent example.

I’m not as bothered by the fact that “fake information” exists as I am that folks don’t seem to care if it is.

Data is boring. Information a little more interesting. Meaning. Yes, that interests me.

“The first person you should be careful not to fool is yourself. Because you are the easiest person to fool".”
― Richard Feynman

Looking at Open
https://bit.ly/3uOXWDB

Active Verbs to Frame Learning
https://bit.ly/49VJKro

A Closer Look at Educational Data
https://hackscience.education/2019/03/04/a-closer-look-at-educational-data/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

Looking at Open
https://bit.ly/3uOXWDB

“There is no authority who decides what is a good idea.”
― Richard Feynman

The only thing reading a book that proves you right is reading one that proves you wrong.

Teachers and Red Herrings
https://hackscience.education/2019/03/01/teachers-and-red-herrings/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

I find nature's absolute disregard for humans, our inventions, opinions, and beliefs to be very refreshing.

Let's be honest elegant design is boring. Crafty use of what is available, now that is interesting.

“For a successful technology, reality must take precedence over public relations, for nature cannot be fooled.”
― Richard P. Feynman

Someone said they'd buy a copy of my book that is available under Creative Commons if I posted a link. Let's see what happens:
tinyurl.com/23hv9tmy

For those who want the PDF, .odt, or .doc version, feel free to get a copy here:
https://bit.ly/3SWz6JP

I appreciate the interest!

Passing, Practicing, Progressing https://hackscience.education/2024/02/29/passing-practicing-progressing/

“I learned very early the difference between knowing the name of something and knowing something.”
― Richard P. Feynman