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“A very little key will open a very heavy door” (Charles Dickens, Hunted Down)
Notes and quotes: What are integrated majors in college all about?
"Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example..." (1 Timothy 4:12)Find online: #LearningIntegrated majors where students study 2 disciplines are always of interest to colleges on the notion they might be more attractive and novel. An article described this...
Notes and quotes: Sharpen your analytical thinking
"Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example..." (1 Timothy 4:12)Find online: #Productivity #Learning @SystemSundayOn X, @SystemSunday had an interesting post about heuristics and techniques to support analytical thinking. The post listed heuristics like the...
Even reading for leisure has a high return on investment
The history of reading, according to an article I read, revolves around the transition from reading out loud to reading silently. Main point: "As reading shifted away from the social, some researchers believe this helped create what we now call an interior life." More...
Is teaching worth it?
There are times when teachers wonder if they're making a difference. I read an essay where the writer wrestles with that question. Main point: "while the dire question that drove Camus to write The Myth of Sisyphus was 'whether life is worth living,' I am confronted...
A great Christmas carol from the Monkees
I came across a piece about this folk Christmas carol the Monkees sang at the end of one of their TV series Christmas episodes. The writer provided some background and a translation of the lyrics.⇓ See below for resources! ⇓You have unfinished business! Pursuing your...
People vs robots
Young people might believe robots will displace humans in the workforce. Amazon doesn't seem to think so, according to BBC, assuring us "the need for humans will always be there." Main point: "Amazon is ramping up the use of robots as sales growth slows and it faces...
Indian companies blazing trails in robotics
Indian companies are making strides in developing humanoid robots, young people will be interested in knowing. Main point: "...the humanoid robot market is expected to register a CAGR of 63.5% between 2022 and 2027." Examples of robots: Manav, India’s first 3D printed...
List of courses in robotics
Young people wanting to get involved in robotics can learn more about new robotics courses coming out. Main point: "There are numerous colleges and universities that now offer top-notch robotics degrees as a result of the rapidly expanding and booming robotics...