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Archive for November, 2011
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November 29th, 2011
‘Twine’ Foreshadows A Future Where All Objects Talk To The Internet
November 28th, 2011Here is the online interactive graphic for tackling the deficit…
November 22nd, 2011Handy to forward to others…
Teaching today requires the skill of DISorienteering: Undoing the mind maps that entrap learners #influencer
November 22nd, 2011The general rule of thumb when teaching is to link new knowledge to what is already known about a subject.
While this is true, it is equally useful, when gathering learners around a subject, to disorient them a bit at first. Otherwise they may learn in ignorance; ignorance being the state of mind where we think we already know a matter.
When entering a new situation, we generally define our new surroundings according to previously learned concepts. This is human nature and the way the mind works. Hegel said it this way; we first have a notion about something. Then we search our memory banks to identify what it is NOT. This leaves us with the lowest possible denominator of what it IS.
Yet many times our existing mind maps prevent us from deep learning. Rather we shortcut deep learning for superficial awareness of a new subject matter.
Disorienteers (a label I've given myself) help others UNlearn what they think they know so they can truly acquire deep learning of new subject matters.
Orienteering is the art of navigating the land. It can include such activities as aligning a map with landmarks, using a compass to determine location, and following the stars. Such knowledge helps us when we are lost.
Which brings us to Columbus. Because he had an idea that if he sailed across the sea, he would arrive at India from a new route, despite his orienteering skills, he misnamed the inhabitants of the new world as Indians. This is an example of learning in ignorance. Such learning delays our seeing the full picture.
Teachers and facilitators can help learners by disorienting them first. Begin by showing them what they really don't know. Show them they are lost when it comes to navigating the new knowledge terrain. Then guide them to explore the new terrain and map it afresh.
Imagine you are a 21st century Noah. What data will you select to survive the deluge?
November 22nd, 2011In case you're not aware, the tide of data is still rising. The data deluge is upon us. We are drowning in data.
As in interesting thought experiment, imagine you are a 21st century Noah. Your job is to secure a limited set of data that will be sufficient to carry on after the deluge destroys life as we know it.
What will you choose? What will you leave behind? Why?
In other words, what is the most critical information the next generation will need to survive?
Stanford’s Free iOS App Development Course Now Focuses On iOS 5
November 21st, 2011From AppAdvice.com:
Stanford’s Free iOS App Development Course Now Focuses On iOS 5 — AppAdvice
http://appadvice.com/appnn/2011/11/stanfords-free-ios-app-development-course-…
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November 21st, 2011From AppAdvice.com:
New AppGuide: Fun & Educational Math Apps for Kids — AppAdvice
http://appadvice.com/appnn/2011/11/new-appguide-fun-educational-math-apps-for…
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2 Foster critical thinking in the classroom use “student understandings” form
November 21st, 2011Fostering Critical Thinking in the Classroom…
Use “student understandings” form.
It is important that students clearly understand what instructors expect of them. We recommend the use of a “student understandings” form. This form can be given at the beginning of the course and reviewed accordingly. Students then initial each item as you explain it, indicating their understanding. Here are sample items one might include in such a form:
- I understand that there are intellectual standards in this course and that I am responsible for monitoring my own learning.
- I understand that the class will focus on practice not on lecture.
- I understand that on a typical class day I will be working in a small group and that I will be responsible to take an active part in advancing the assigned work of the group.
- I understand that I will be held regularly responsible for assessing my own work using criteria discussed in class.
- I understand that if at any time in the semester I feel unsure about my grade, I may request an assessment from the instructor.
- I understand that I must keep a journal, using a specific format and including 20 entries in the course of the semester.
- I understand that there are 27 short written assignments, one due for several class days.
- I understand that there is an oral exam that is a mastery exam, and that I must pass this exam to pass the class.
- I understand that I must do a Self-Evaluation in which I make a case for receiving a particular grade using criteria provided in class and citing evidence from my work across the semester.
- I understand that the work of the course requires consistent classroom attendance and active participation.
- I understand the basis of the final grade as outlined in the syllabus.
This app Checks out Vital Signs using iPad Camera #cerner
November 18th, 2011Check out this application on the App Store:
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Vital Signs Camera – Philips
Philips Innovation Category: Health & Fitness Updated: Nov 14, 2011 |
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What Wall Street thinks about #Cerner Corporation. #hit
November 14th, 2011Why Wall Street believes Cerner will continue leading the charge…
A two-touchdown favorite. That’s how Cerner is viewed in the health care technology sector by many of the most respected Wall Street investment firms. In October, industry analysts attended CHC, talked with our clients, and came away reaffirmed in their belief that Cerner is the team to beat in HIT. Here are some highlights from their research.
Implementation: Cerner clients are happy, competitors are bottlenecked.
Goldman Sachs: “Cerner customers reported satisfaction with implementations, with management able to accommodate accelerations in attestation timelines as well as to begin implementation immediately for new customers…No channel checks with Cerner clients reported dissatisfaction with Cerner implementation and support. One channel check stated that it had elected to accelerate its attestation timeframe and Cerner was able to accommodate. Cerner is beginning implementation immediately with the recently announced Ventura County contract. (Editor’s Note: This was a direct win over a major competitor.) These data points contrast with key competitors who are experiencing bottlenecks with advancing existing clients to meet Stage 1 and Stage 2 of Meaningful Use.”
- Goldman Sachs, Global Investment Research, October 12, 2011
Gaining ground in client service and satisfaction.
Citigroup: “Over the last five years, Cerner has done a much better job of servicing clients, leading to higher satisfaction levels and a renewed sense of partnership. This sentiment was echoed recently by the trade group KLAS, which highlighted Cerner’s improved service levels in a presentation delivered to the investment community.”
- Citigroup Global Markets, Company Update, October 17, 2011
Ahead of the pack on Meaningful Use.
J.P. Morgan: “(On Meaningful Use,) Cerner clients represent a disproportionately higher percentage relative to the company’s national market share, which we believe is a testament to the company’s strength in delivering on Stage 1 requirements, and could in turn boost the company’s marketing efforts as the focus turns to Stage 2.”
- J.P. Morgan, North America Equity Research, October 11, 2011
Revenue Cycle accelerating.
