Can the Children Speak?

How can we speak math?

It is likely that most people can communicate mathematics to a computer more effectively (rapidly and accurately) by speaking than they can by using a stylus on a computer tablet. This may seem surprising, but is our speculation based on trying various alternative input methods. An even better setup may be to speak and simultaneously use pointing or handwriting. Unfortunately, building a proper...

Actions can speak more clearly than words

Actions can speak more clearly than words

Can one speak of an “information transliteracy”?

The issue of transliteracy in general and particularly informational transliteracy is increasingly being debated worldwide and from extremely varying perspectives. These concepts refer to highly varied cultural and professional realities and contexts. In this paper we will discuss three dimensions and issues. First, we will attempt to delineate the scope and range of current thinking by researc...

Can the Sofa Speak? A Look at Thing Theory

Speak up! Speak out! Building HIV and AIDS awareness among Jamaican school children.

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE The Government of Jamaica, through the Ministry of Health and other ministries, assisted by international funding agencies and members of non-governmental organizations, has diligently led the charge to reduce the incidence ofHIV and AIDS in Jamaica. Yet, the continued escalation in the infection rate attested to the need for education towards the reduction of stigma and ...