The Digital Education newsletter, by Terry
A couple of years ago someone said to me that they like my newsletter, Digital Education, although it looks a bit old-fashioned. I thought about that, and whether I wanted to update the look of it, but decided not to, for two main reasons.
Read MoreThis is an updated version of a post on my Substack newsletter from a few years ago, with bits of another of my articles thrown in for good measure.
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A not very informative information notice. Photo by Terry Freedman
I went for a medical consultation recently — don’t worry, nothing terrible. As James Cagney so memorably put it in one of his films, I ain’t dead yet.
Read MorePaul Black, R.I.P.
Read MoreIt is not easy to tell just by looking at the cover, but here is what I suggest.
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A history lesson in the Atari room
If part of your job is to encourage other teachers to use technology in their lessons, this article, based on my own experiences, may help. Now updated again with additional points.
Read MoreIntroverts: agentic AI could be your friend!
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What was so wonderful about cassette-driven computers that took ages to be ready, and which made it time-consuming to find the right section?
Read MoreSchool life ought to consist of far more than just a utilitarian pursuit of exam grades over all other considerations.
Read MoreIn this comprehensive and highly readable Dr Bot, Blease tackles a wide range of issues, including some that are apposite for those working in schools.
Read MoreA compelling read that's bound to make even the most well-read among us feel somewhat under-educated.
Read MoreA fascinating insight into how language evolves and adjusts according to changes in culture.
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My mother lived for 91 years, and during that time she witnessed cars becoming ubiquitous, the invention and expansion of television, the development of video and home video recording, cheap flights, fast trains…
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In this occasional series, I am outlining the sort of technology I’ve been obliged to use at various stages of my life.
Read MoreI first reviewed the Carrot2 search engine in 2016. I found it quite useful then. What’s the story now?
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Blogger, by Terry Freedman
The pros and cons of Substack, from a personal perspective.
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I came across an interesting article about AI increasing workload rather than reducing it.
Read MoreI’ve deleted some redundant code and changed a dead link. The rest still stands, and I still abide by it. Mty motto: don’t smile before half-term.
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Hazardous area, by Terry Freedman
Three resources that you or the parents of your pupils may find useful.
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