Recording of Elluminate Session

From the Emerging Technologies Network.
https://www.elluminate.com/site/pmtg.jnlp?psid=d983222445.348446
"Learning with Emerging Technologies in Industry"
17 November, 2 - 3pm (Elluminate)
* Peter Robertson (Kangan/Batman Institute): E-Learning Onsite (TAFEVC) in Light Manufacturing Industry
* Jackson Long (Gippstafe): E-Assessment with Apprentices
* Paul Anderson (MPMSAA): E-Learning Industry Advocate

Since this session took place, I have shared it with some teachers ... read more

What would you change?

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from Kathy Sierra of Creating Passionate Users
"One thing that could make a big difference [to training]

Non-fiction writing: write conversationally

Blogs: reduce talking about yourself by 80% (make up the difference with things that benefit the reader)

Classroom teaching: reduce lecture by 50% (make up the difference in listening with interaction and doing

Tech bo ... read more

Diffusion of innovation

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Good reminder from Ian Robertson of Rogers' Theory of Diffusion of Innovation:

"Diffusion of innovation theory posits that there are four factors that influence the uptake of an innovation: relative advantage; compatibility; trialability; and observability.

Relative advantage:the perceived benefit that will accrue as a result of adoption in comparison to existing practices. Th ... read more

Idea Generation Methods Collection

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By Martin Leith

"This website lists and explains every idea generation method I've encountered during the past 15 years. It is the result of extensive research; my many sources include books, management journals, websites, academics, consultants and colleagues."

I particularly liked the entry for each method that provided a brief summary of how the method actually works. Some entries include links to more detailed webpages as well.
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Mental Space - book to buy

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Mental Space - $39.95
Tina Konstant ;Morris Taylor
ISBN 1843040166
Format PaperBack
Category Motivation - Business and Management
Publisher Pearson Professional Education
Publication Date 28-Jun-2002
Pages 214

more at http://www.pearsoned.co.uk/bookshop/detail.asp?item=100000000016213

Co-opting the creative revolution

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from BBC News
"Digital technology is providing people with the tools to produce and share content like never before, and it is set to throw the relationship between them and institutions into turmoil, say experts.

"I am predicting 50 years of chaos," says leading digital thinker Clay Shirky. "Loosely organised groups will be increasingly given leverage."

and...

At a time when companies are grappling wit ... read more

Oblique Strategies

Elephant Talk: Eno's Oblique Strategies

Innovation as an Amoeba

Earlier this week I took part in a forum coordinated by Dr John Mitchell for the NCVER Project, “Critical Issues in Teaching, Learning and Assessment”.
Link to project page and papers

One of the issues under discussion was innovation and how to create environments to encourage innovation and also stifling factors. Recently I’ve been dipping into Stephen Johnson’s book ... read more

Technology_of_cooperation

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"Technology_of_cooperation" by Andrea Saveri, Howard Rheingold, and Kathi Vian

Intro...
"Emerging digital technologies present new opportunities for developing complex cooperative strategies
that change the way people work together to solve problems and generate wealth. Central to
this class of cooperation-amplifying technologies are eight key clusters, each with distinctive contributions to cooperative ... read more

Sharing in the Commons

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Infrastructure of sharing in the commons
Tuesday 28 June - Teemu Arina

"What strikes me the most these days is that everyone is talking about sharing in the commons. There is an increased amount of contributions in the commons without any financial interests. People have discovered, that the value of information and knowledge increases when shared. This is the world I’ve been living in during the eight y ... read more

Knowledge Management Journal

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"An open access, peer-reviewed, community journal on knowledge management in development - for and by development practitioners and researchers.

KM4D Journal focuses on knowledge management in development. It includes diverse knowledge management approaches in development organizations, large and small, in the South and in the North, and aims to facilitate cross-fertilization between knowledge management and related fields.

KM4D Journal offers peer-reviewed practice-based ... read more

Constant Environmental Scan - where do you get ideas from?

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from Dave Pollard
"So if you want to set up a comprehensive Continuous Environmental Scan you need to put a bit more work into it, and you may have to be prepared to spend some money to access some material. And then you need to be patient and perseverant -- it takes some trial-and-error to get the keywords right so you don't get drowned in 'false positives' or more than you can read, and so you don't miss crucial articles. "

mind genius resources

Index of /pdfs

from the mindgenius website

Smartmobs

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another book to buy

by Howard Rheingold

Smart mobs emerge when communication and computing technologies amplify human talents for cooperation.

Mind mapping workshop

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*need to follow links to 'training' and then prices are in the booking form $440 for this one day course
This program looks at the practical application of Mind Mapping, and participants will:
- learn the nature of radiant thinking and how mind mapping taps into the way the brain works
- develop Mind Maps® that capture complete concepts and develop new ideas
- learn to capture and comprehend information more e ... read more

Benefits:
When properly applied, and used to its full extent, Mind Mapping allows people to:
- plan major projects and other activities in a fraction of the time normally needed
- capture and comprehend vast amounts of information relevant to their focus
- work creatively either individually or in a team
- generate innovative new ideas related to the task being worked on
- communicate ideas and concepts easily and quickly

Books:
07. How To Mind Map(R)

by Tony Buzan
Mind Maps are the ultimate thinking tool for maximising your brainpower and radically improving your performance. In this quick and easy to read book you will see why Mind Mapping is a revolutionary system of planning and note taking that has changed the lives of millions of people all over the world.

23. The Power of Creative Intelligence

Ten Ways To Tap Into Your Creative Genius
By Tony Buzan
Did you know the number of ideas it is possible for your brain to create is greater than the number of atoms in the known universe? Creativity is not just painting a picture or playing an instrument - it can be part of every decision you take! This book is full of fun games and tools to help you make the most of your own creativity. When you are creative, you are full of energy, enthusiasm and ideas!
$19.00 Inc GST

31. The Mind Map Book (Fully Illustrated Colour Version)

By Tony and Barry Buzan
This full-colour illustrated 2003 edition has just been updated and introduces you to the fundamental operational principles of your brain, showing you how to understand, develop and use them to your enormous advantage.
New 2003 Edition Available!
$39.00 Inc GST

For Zac:
28. Brain Power for Kids

by Lana Israel with Tony Buzan
How to become an instant genius.
This great little book was written by a 13 year old to help others discover their genius.
''School, studying, learning, notes, homework, exams all occupying our lives... Therefore, wouldn't it be great to find a way to make studying easier, your grades better and spend less time at it?''

$18.00 Inc GST

A PRESCRIPTION FOR BUSINESS INNOVATION

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By Dave Pollard

PART ONE
"Four years ago I wrote a well-received paper entitled A Prescription for Business Innovation: Creating Technologies that Solve Basic Human Needs. I've updated it, broken it into three manageable pieces, and present the first part below. The remaining parts will follow on successive Tuesdays.

Introduction: Why I'm Here

My modest objective in this presentation is first, to tell you some new, interesting and useful things abou ... read more

Books about Mind Mapping etc

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list of interesting looking books

MindManager

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offer a 21 day trial - could be good one to try after mindGenius runs out.