100 excellent online documentaries for Presidential history buffs — from OnlineUniversities.com
On 03/26/2010,
in convergence, digital video, mobile technologies, online media, telecommunications,
by Daniel Christian
Apps battling to bring movies to your phone — from CNN Tech by Eliot Van Buskirk
Video rental companies made big moves this week in the race to deliver movies to phones.
But as compelling as [the] thought of a movie in your pocket alone may be, this isn’t just about delivering content to handset.
The companies vying for your mobile movie dollars want to tie you to an ecosystem they hope will change your habits — and loyalties — at home, at work and in between (emphasis DSC).
All of them believe that owning mobile is a ticket to winning the other three screens — computers, televisions and tablets — because viewers want to pick up on one screen where they left off on another, just as they do when reading an Amazon Kindle e-book (emphasis DSC).
If they are right, the battle plan seems fairly clear: Winning the smartphone puts everything into play and makes the mobile device the key entry point to a video-on-demand lifestyle, way beyond its mundane ability to manage rental queues on the go.
From DSC:
How this situation turns out may very well impact the delivery of educational content. The convergence continues…but more and more, providing mobile access to content is becoming key.
On 03/26/2010,
in digital storytelling, digital video, online media, videoconferencing,
by Daniel Christian
Ten tips to produce more professional online video interviews — from electronic papyrus at Oregon State
- Use a lavalier mic.
- Monitor your sound.
- Get proper audio levels.
- Use a tripod.
- Frame your subject effectively.
- Get close.
- Choose where the interviewee should direct their answers.
- Prep your interviewee.
- Get their info on camera.
- Express gratitude.
On 03/24/2010,
in Apple, higher education, learning ecosystem, mobile learning, online learning, online media, open courseware and systems,
by Daniel Christian
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Harvard opens classes to all, online — from The Boston Herald
Ever think about dropping in on a Harvard University lecture on law, loss or metaphysics?
Now you can, for free, and from your couch.
Harvard University yesterday launched its own version of iTunes U, on a dedicated portion of iTunes.
The new portal allows students, faculty and curious Bostonians to attend the Ivy League school virtually.
Perry Hewitt, the university’s director of digital communications, said the online, accessible-from-anywhere database illustrates the school’s plans to provide “the highest-caliber digital experience to showcase our excellence in teaching and research.”
Where to create online presentations for education — from education-portal.com
“It isn’t always possible to visit conferences, classrooms and other locations just to make a presentation. But that doesn’t mean you can’t share your ideas with people around the world. There are plenty of free services that make it easy to create online presentations and host web-based meetings. Here are 10 no-cost services that would work well for any student or teacher.”
From DSC:
I would add at least Slideshare to this list (and for those institutions who have it, Wimba Classroom).
On 03/01/2010,
in online learning, online media, online tutoring, training / L&D, web-based collaboration,
by Daniel Christian
udemy – academy of you – new platform launches with interesting features — from kirstenwinkler.com
On 02/19/2010,
in online media,
by Daniel Christian
Nielsen survey – Changing Models: A Global Perspective on Paying for Content Online — from deanstalk.net
On 02/04/2010,
in online media,
by Daniel Christian
Unveiling a new section: SlideShare Channels — from SlideShare
Today we added Channels – the newest kid on the SlideShare block. Channels are branded spaces on SlideShare for companies and brands. They provide an extra bit of oomph for companies with great content.
If you are looking for interesting content, then go to the Channels section to find interesting channels to browse. We will feature those with the most interesting content. Some of the early channels are:
- Microsoft Office has setup a channel focused on parenting topic (project done in collaboration with our partners, Federated Media)
- Ogilvy has setup a concept channel for Pharma
- Razorfish Marketing uploads about interactive marketing & technology
- Pew Internet has shared a lot of their research reports about the internet & internet usage
- Whitehouse is sharing almost 1000 presentations and documents
On 02/03/2010,
in K-12 related,
by Daniel Christian
Shmoop Takes Teachers’ Guides Online — from t|h|e by Scott Aronowitz
Digital learning guide publisher Shmoop has introduced teachers’ guides to accompany 18 of its most popular online titles in classic literature and United States history. The company has created a Teacher Resource Center that gives educators an opportunity to learn about Shmoop guides and how to use them effectively in the classroom, as well as a forum to discuss teaching with the guides.
Also see:
Shmoop for Teachers, Librarians, and Professors
On 01/27/2010,
in convergence, digital audio, digital storytelling, digital video, education technology, elearning, mobile learning, online learning, podcasting, webinars,
by Daniel Christian
Social Media Meets Online Television: Social TV Brings Television 2.0 To Your TV Set — — by Richard G. Kastelein via Robin Good