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The Surprising History of Google's Push to Scan Millions of Library Books

Edsurge

Nearly 20 years ago, Google made an ambitious play to digitize the content of some of the world’s largest research libraries. It seemed like the beginning of a new era, when scholars and the public could make new connections and discoveries in the kind of mass digital library that had previously been the stuff of science fiction.

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How Lifelong Readers Are Helping Communities Thrive

Digital Promise

1-4, 25-26) While children who visit the library to immerse in their favorite books may not realize it at the time, they’re building the skill of thoughtful reading—the foundation of critical thinking, academic success, and, eventually, a happy and productive adult life. (1, Krashen 2004. What can be done? Atwell 2007. Bayless 2010.

Outcomes 267
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15 Activities, Teaching Strategies, and Resources for Teaching Children with Autism

Waterford

If your student with autism seems like they could use some time away from class, you could also ask them if they’d like to read or work on homework in the library for a while. The Bureau for At-Risk Youth, 2004.[3]. The Bureau for At-Risk Youth, 2004.[5]. Calm Down Drawer [10]. Shapiro, L.E. Retrieved from dvc.edu: [link].

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Visix Celebrates 45 Years of Innovation and Leadership in Visual Communications

eSchool News

Under the leadership of Sean Matthews since 2004, the company shifted its focus to software development. (TEi), the company initially offered black box products such as programmable video controllers and media retrieval systems. In 2000, it launched AxisTV, its first digital signage content management software.

Software 101
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That’s a Rap! Nearpod Buys Educational Hip Hop Creator, Flocabulary

Edsurge

Today it’s adding Flocabulary, to bring hip hop to the library. Through this deal, Nearpod will add one of the more unique, coveted collections of online educational resources to its library. Since 2004 it has created more than 1,100 clips that have amassed an estimated 50 million views. We asked, but he declined.)

Chegg 163
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Pluralsight, Vista Equity Partners Agree to $3.5 Billion Acquisition Deal

Edsurge

The Utah-based company was founded in 2004 to compete against the likes of Lynda and other online education companies focused on serving technology and business professionals. Today, Pluralsight offers a library of over 7,500 online courses across technology, design and business skills.

Company 157
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How One Teacher Founded A Whole New High School

EdNews Daily

Locally, we attend parades and public events at our library and have become a presence around the community. He has taught in the Ypsilanti community for the past 25 years, and has been the Lead Mentor for the Award Winning FIRST Robotics Program since 2004. to develop and nurture those relationships.

Robotics 279