Today is the first day of school for our boys (I know, early right?!). It has been quite the journey leading to this day and I spent some time reflecting on it last night as I laid out clothes and Read more…
In the past, the world of 3D modeling belonged to engineers and designers. Most 3D modeling software was hard to use and expensive. The folks at TinkerCAD.com have created a delightful web based tool for artists, students, and Read more…
I just finished putting together my first Arduino robot: PiBot . The PiBot is a fun kit for learning about Arduino robotics. Using the kit, student inventors and tinkerers learn the mechanical aspects of building a basic robot Read more…
“Creativity is a great motivator because it makes people interested in what they are doing. Creativity gives hope that there can be a worthwhile idea. Creativity gives the possibility of some sort of achievement to everyone. Creativity makes life Read more…
It’s fun to consider the future of wearable computing. Many of my friends at work can’t wait to get their hands on the Oculus rift to start building virtual reality experiences. Thanks to Google, if you’re interested in Read more…
Inspiring and fun day of reflection, making and tinkering. Check out the project ideas, blog posts, and resources. Thanks Sylvia and Gary for the great day! You guys are my inspiration. [View the story “#InventToLearn #ISTE2014 Workshop: Projects and Read more…
After suffering through the semester from, well you know (see my last post here), I have not been inclined to do much reading or thinking about teaching. That said, I have read some interesting books during my summer break and Read more…
On May 31 – June 1, 2014, Middle Georgia citizens participated in the National Day of Civic Hacking(NDoCH), a fun weekend of community service using design, programming and technology. In this national event, citizens across the nation explored challenges, Read more…
Hey there. Remember me? I’m that crazy biology professor that used to blog on this site. I just survived the semester from H-E-double hockey sticks. Survived is a good word for it. I can’t say that I was the most Read more…
Scott Hanselman, one of my favorite programming/technology bloggers, argues that the JavaScript programming language is the assembly language of the web. It’s the programming magic that makes modern web applications like Google Maps possible. My good friend Chip Read more…