Love of Technology Does Not Always Translate into Career Interest

Love of Technology Does Not Always Translate into Career Interest

This article was interesting. It showed that thought teens may have an interest in technology and be good at it that they do not necessarily see themselves as going into a career in technology. I think that that is a little sad. I hope that maybe teachers especially like me who teach computers can find ways to encourage students with the skills to move in the direction of a technology field.

Education World: Mobile Apps and Devices Increase Achievement

Education World: Mobile Apps and Devices Increase Achievement

At first the title of the article really caught my eye, then as I read more I was disappointed. The study only focused on one app so how can they say that mobile apps and devices increase achievement. I would be interested in a better study to see what mobile apps can do to help students.

Groups Urge Facebook Not to Aim Ads at Children Under 13

Groups Urge Facebook Not to Aim Ads at Children Under 13

The headline of this article caught my eye immediately, because according to the usage policy for facebook and most other web based social sites, you have to agree that you are above the age of 13. So why would anyone put ads up that are targeting children under 13? If this is true about the ads then facebook is admitting that they are aware that there are under age users on their site and doing nothing about it. Then that raise the same issue, what can be done. I wish I had answer.