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402 - Fingertip Knowledge and Lowered Memorization
September 18, 2006
Learning TRENDS by Elliott Masie - September 18, 2006.
#402 - Updates on Learning, Business & Technology.
52,889 Readers - http://www.masie.com - The MASIE Center.
Learning 2006 - Nov 5-8 - Orlando - www.learning2006.com.
1. Fingertip Knowledge.
2. Lowered Memorization.
3. Hotel Reservations for Learning 2006.
1. Fingertip Knowledge Podcast & Transcript: One of my focus points these days is Fingertip Knowledge. You and I and most of our colleagues are increasingly using search engines, from Google to Corporate Intranets, to "walk" our way to the information or knowledge that we need.
Here is a Podcast (and Transcript) about the implications of Fingertip Knowledge and the Learning Field:
Fingertip Knowledge Podcast, Audio Stream and Transcript.
http://www.learning2006.com/university/
(Duration: 20 Minutes)
2. Lowered Memorization: Have you noticed how we are memorizing less? It is due to a combination of Fingertip Knowledge and an increased confidence that information can be easily accessed from our devices and networks.
For example, several years ago we all knew dozens of telephone numbers "by heart". Today, I know about 6 numbers. They all live on my mobile/cell phone and are easy to access. It is funny to watch me take out my cell phone at home to look at a number that I want to dial on my land line.
There are serious implications for the lowered expectation of memorization in our instructional designs. How do we recognize that our learners may not, and perhaps should not, memorize key information? Rather, we may want them to be able to navigate to the information, which, in some instances, is safer since things may change. In other instances, the information may not be useful until situations arise.
The lowered levels of memorization and the increased use of Fingertip Knowledge have huge implications for how we design and deliver learning activities. I'd love to hear your comments, thoughts and reactions. Send them to me as an email to emasie@masie.com
3. Hotel Reservations for Learning 2006: With over 1,100 people already registered for Learning 2006 (Nov 5 to 8 - Orlando), we want to urge folks to make their hotel reservations and conference registrations as soon as possible. Save money by registering now. Go to http://www.learning2006.com
MASIE Center Services and Events:
* The Learning CONSORTIUM: Join 240 global companies in our year-long collaborative focused on learning innovations. Membership is just $5,000 a year and it includes 2 seats to Learning 2006. Information at http://www.masie.com/consortium/
* Learning 2006: Information and Registration at http://www.learning2006.com
MASIE Center information at http://www.masie.com
#402 - Updates on Learning, Business & Technology.
52,889 Readers - http://www.masie.com - The MASIE Center.
Learning 2006 - Nov 5-8 - Orlando - www.learning2006.com.
1. Fingertip Knowledge.
2. Lowered Memorization.
3. Hotel Reservations for Learning 2006.
1. Fingertip Knowledge Podcast & Transcript: One of my focus points these days is Fingertip Knowledge. You and I and most of our colleagues are increasingly using search engines, from Google to Corporate Intranets, to "walk" our way to the information or knowledge that we need.
Here is a Podcast (and Transcript) about the implications of Fingertip Knowledge and the Learning Field:
Fingertip Knowledge Podcast, Audio Stream and Transcript.
http://www.learning2006.com/university/
(Duration: 20 Minutes)
2. Lowered Memorization: Have you noticed how we are memorizing less? It is due to a combination of Fingertip Knowledge and an increased confidence that information can be easily accessed from our devices and networks.
For example, several years ago we all knew dozens of telephone numbers "by heart". Today, I know about 6 numbers. They all live on my mobile/cell phone and are easy to access. It is funny to watch me take out my cell phone at home to look at a number that I want to dial on my land line.
There are serious implications for the lowered expectation of memorization in our instructional designs. How do we recognize that our learners may not, and perhaps should not, memorize key information? Rather, we may want them to be able to navigate to the information, which, in some instances, is safer since things may change. In other instances, the information may not be useful until situations arise.
The lowered levels of memorization and the increased use of Fingertip Knowledge have huge implications for how we design and deliver learning activities. I'd love to hear your comments, thoughts and reactions. Send them to me as an email to emasie@masie.com
3. Hotel Reservations for Learning 2006: With over 1,100 people already registered for Learning 2006 (Nov 5 to 8 - Orlando), we want to urge folks to make their hotel reservations and conference registrations as soon as possible. Save money by registering now. Go to http://www.learning2006.com
MASIE Center Services and Events:
* The Learning CONSORTIUM: Join 240 global companies in our year-long collaborative focused on learning innovations. Membership is just $5,000 a year and it includes 2 seats to Learning 2006. Information at http://www.masie.com/consortium/
* Learning 2006: Information and Registration at http://www.learning2006.com
MASIE Center information at http://www.masie.com
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