A creative exploration of remix culture in presentations, highlighting the irony of traditional slide decks through a Poststructuralist lens.
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The post celebrates the revival of blogging and the utility of RSS feed readers, particularly a new tool called 'Blogs Are Back,' while challenging misconceptions about RSS's decline.
A personal narrative exploring the author's transition from computer science to geology, influenced by a pivotal National Geographic article and shaped by memorable educational experiences.
Open Education Week is a decentralized event that promotes open education globally, showcasing the challenges and innovations in its organization and resource sharing.
5.8Perfectly Imperfect
2026-02-22 • writing authenticity edtech imperfection ai
Embracing imperfection in writing, the author critiques the reliance on technology in education while celebrating the human touch in communication.
The post advocates for breaking free from content silos in digital media, emphasizing the importance of interconnectedness and creative commons sharing.
The post chronicles the author's experiences with digital storytelling and the revival of the CoolIris tool, emphasizing audience engagement through interactive presentations.
The author contemplates archiving legacy WordPress multisite domains, balancing nostalgia with the practicalities of maintenance and costs.
The post explores the revival of edupunk in open education, emphasizing learner autonomy and community through alternative pedagogical practices while reflecting on the author's personal experiences.
The post critiques the focus on platforms in 'building community' and emphasizes the need for genuine interactions over structured environments in online spaces.
A critical reflection on Tim Berners-Lee's 'This is for Everyone,' discussing its narrative shortcomings and the author's vision for a more open and human-centered web.
The author shares their passion for serendipitous web browsing, utilizing tools that lead to unexpected discoveries in public domain content.
The post explores the author's nostalgic reflections on the influence of David Warlick and the evolving landscape of education technology and digital identities.
The post explores the creative process of crafting a 'Frankenpoem' through collaborative remixing in the DS106 community, showcasing innovative responses and the joy of creativity.
The Internet Archive Wayback Machine Link Fixer plugin for WordPress automates the repair of dead links, enhancing user experience and preserving web content.
A humorous reflection on February 2026's daily photography, exploring themes of winter and endurance while critiquing an AI-generated summary of the images.
The post chronicles the author's transition from IFTTT to Make.com for improved digital organization and social media archiving, highlighting challenges and solutions encountered along the way.
The author joyfully recounts being featured in the NYT Connections game, highlighting the humorous connections made through their blog, CogDogBlog.
A personal reflection on resuming daily photography in 2026, highlighting January's themes of winter landscapes and the author's humorous take on blogging and AI.
The post emphasizes the significance of 'looking things up' in the author's career and shares a practical tip for rotating images on a Mac.
Create an acrostic poem to honor significant women in your life for International Women’s Day, inspired by Edgar Allan Poe's style.
Celebrating Flickr's 22nd anniversary, the author reminisces about their long history with the platform and shares a favorite photo from their collection.
3.6Old Dog, New Pills, Life
2026-03-01 • health dog veterinary services pets felix
Felix, an aging dog, faced health scares but is recovering well after treatment for mitral valve disease.
Pimm, a lively black labrador mix puppy, brings joy and playful energy to her new home, while the author shares her journey and online presence.