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July 22, 2013 -
Video
"Chicago Offers Digital Badges for Students' Summer Experiences"
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July 17, 2013 -
Video
"Library's Effort Provides Much Needed Computer Time to KC Students"
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July 12, 2013 -
Publication
Study Examines How Young Job Seekers Manage Online Privacy
A first-of-its-kind study by Northwestern University looks at how young adults approach online reputation management. Read More
July 12, 2013 -
Video
"How Young Adults Manage Online Privacy While Applying for Jobs"
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July 10, 2013 -
Press release
Museums, Libraries Win Grants to Enhance Learning Online
Sixteen museums, libraries and nonprofit institutions have been awarded a total of $150,000 to engage young people in the development of apps, badges, curricula and other tools that will make the online experience more civil ... Read More
June 25, 2013 -
In the Media
"Internet Brings Historic Shift in Learning"
From the Miami Herald
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June 19, 2013 -
Video
What is a Badge?
How do we recognize and value the way we learn today? Badges are a new idea to recognize the learning that happens anywhere and share it in the places that matter. Read More
June 14, 2013 -
From the field
Twelve Nonprofits Receive Nearly $1 Million to Support Hive NYC Learning Network
The Hive NYC Learning Network, a coalition of museums, libraries, after-school clubs, and informal learning spaces creates Connected Learning opportunities for youth. Read More
June 13, 2013 -
In the Media
"Clinton Project Promotes ‘Open Badges’ Online Credentials"
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June 13, 2013 -
Press release
Better Futures for 2 Million Americans Through Open Badges
President Bill Clinton announced a Clinton Global Initiative Commitment to Action to massively expand access to a new method of academic and technical skills assessment known as Open Badges. Read More
June 11, 2013 -
Video
"Latinos Key in New Task Force to Link Internet and Learning"
From NBC Latino
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June 10, 2013 -
From the field
Aspen Institute Launches Task Force on Learning and the Internet
The task force is comprised of 20 thought leaders with diverse perspectives in learning, innovation, and safety. Read More
June 7, 2013 -
From the field
Chicago Teens Flock to YOUmedia to Create, Innovate, and Hang Out
Since opening in 2009, the MacArthur-supported YOUmedia Chicago — a learning center for teens at the Harold Washington Library downtown — is attracting between 350 and 500 teenagers a week. Read More
