A new way to teach Biology?

Photo: Robert A. Lue

 An image from the video “Powering the Cell:Mitochondria.”

http://www.nytimes.com/2010

Animated images depicting how cells internalize molecules on the cell surface. 

It can play a significant part in education. The Harvard biologist E.O. Wilson is leading a project to develop the next generation of digital biology textbook that will integrate complex visualizations as a core part of the curriculum. 

Called “Life on Earth,” the project will include visualizations from Mr. Berry and is being overseen by Dr. McGill, who believes it could change how students learn biology. Read more...

“I think visualization is going to be the key to the future,” 

Dr. McGill

And what do you think? 

G-Souto

17.11.10

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References:

New York Times/Science

http://www.nytimes.com/2010

The future of books?

The Future of the Book. from IDEO on Vimeo.

What impact will digital books have on the experience of the written word – apart from the form factor, and the ability to store hundreds of works on a single ebook reader? Will the rise of gadgets like Kindle and tablet computers like iPad actually contribute to the medium in a creative way? Read more

Interesting, isn't it? You can also participate in the discussion online.

G-Souto
13.10.10

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References:

Is interactive fiction the future of books?

http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology