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Why The Flash Based Virtual Classroom Is A Relic Of The Past
While online learning is more and more becoming a part of our lives, the technology used to deliver online lessons is often lagging behind. Take the virtual classroom for example. I’ve tried many (free) virtual classroom applications over the years, but none really convinced me. What is a virtual classroom? It’s an application (mostly run…
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Botanicula: The Return Of Creative Adventure Games
I grew up with adventure games. Without characters like Zak McKracken, Guybrush Threepwood, Roger Wilco or Dr. Fred, my childhood is hard to imagine. Not only did these characters teach me the first meaningful sentences of English outside of an education curriculum, they fed my imagination, humor and curiosity, as well. I still remember the many…
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Simplicity as Teaching Tool
Working with children taught me that whenever I need to understand (or explain) something, it’s best to start at zero. There’s no need to bring former knowledge, opinions or experience. For adults this is more difficult than children, so it may help to pretend not knowing anything. This wiping of the slate can help to generate…
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How to Ease the Culture Shock of an International Move
An international move is both exciting and scary. Whether you move for work, pleasure or school, you will face culture shock. Consider lessening the impact of culture shock when you learn the language, make logistical decisions and adjust to the culture before your international move. One of the greatest challenges of and international move is…
