Category Archives: Technology foresight

Nokia’s getting ahead of the 3D printing learning curve

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Tryggvi Thayer

Funny how things fall into your lap: A few days ago, I posted an article on the potential impacts of 3D printing on manufacturing, consumer behaviors and education. I suggested that cheap at-home 3D printing will require designers to consider … Continue reading →

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How 3D printing will change everything – including education

Posted on February 16, 2013 by Tryggvi Thayer

Edit: This article is getting a lot of attention so I’ve decided that some more background info on 3D printing is in order since I only briefly describe the technology. For more info see these TED Talks on 3D printing: … Continue reading →

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What information skills for the 21st century?

Posted on December 15, 2012 by Tryggvi Thayer

Yesterday’s tragedy in Connecticut was a horrible event that no one should ever have to experience and I sincerely feel for the people of Newtown, CT. But, if ever there was an appropriate time to consider the impact of vastly … Continue reading →

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E-learning guy says that MOOCs are glorified books – No, I don’t think so.

Posted on December 9, 2012 by Tryggvi Thayer

Edit: Following a brief Twitter exchange with Dr. Cramer I want to note the following – The quote below is but a snippet of a 30 minute conversation and is probably missing a lot of context. Dr. Cramer has put … Continue reading →

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Newitz on futurism: A critique gone awry

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Tryggvi Thayer

Annalee Newitz posted an article on io9 a few days ago titled, “The Slow Future: The Future Is Not Accelerating”. Basically it’s a critique of the optimism regarding technological development that is expressed by some futurists. However, I find the … Continue reading →

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Singapore moving toward future with artificial intelligence in schools

Posted on December 1, 2012 by Tryggvi Thayer

Authorities in Singapore have announced plans to start developing artificial intelligence (AI) tools for use in schools as part of their FutureSchools@Singapore project. The tools are intended to engage learners in evolving discussions on specific school subjects – in particular … Continue reading →