Monthly Archives: December 2010

Why blogging is no popularity contest

Is blogging really on the decline? More importantly, does a decline in blogging matter? Blogging Tips examined data from a study by Pew Internet that found very few people blogging themselves and fewer than half of respondents saying they read … Continue reading

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EduLinks – Thinking, Fees and Festivities

A ‘not as chatty as usual’ EduLinks. Prefer it short and simple, or do you miss my accompanying ramble? Tell me what you think! Scott Young ponders permanent incubation and lifelong learning. Kelly Page gives many reasons why students should … Continue reading

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How fonts help (and hinder) your writing

Your academic outfit is a big deal.  Every element related to learning impacts upon you in some way: Time of day; Location; Lighting; Output method (pen & paper, laptop, etc.); Ambient sound; Music (or lack of); Disturbances; Company; And so … Continue reading

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Mind mapping to help study

A mind map is a great aid to exploring subjects and concepts.  From the initial word or outline, you take a creative journey to uncover many links and associations. Mind maps help you produce a more visual representation of linked … Continue reading

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