03//05//14

14 Things that are Obsolete in 21st Century Schools

http://ingvihrannar.com/14-things-that-are-obsolete-in-21st-century-schools/

Yes. Yes. and Yes. I hope all our educational administrators take heed and apply this to our classrooms.

**UPDATE** The link above has apparently been taken down. This article has gone viral and has surely placed a difficult demand on the host.


03//05//14

The FCC expresses interest in preempting anti muni broadband laws

http://www.newsobserver.com/2014/03/04/3673580/fcc-questions-state-laws-that.html

This is one of those ‘about time’ stories ! And, congratulations to the FCC for showing a true leadership position.


03//03//14

MCNC’s Joe Freddoso speaks to Google Fiber announcement

http://wraltechwire.com/how-can-north-carolina-become-a-true-gigabit-state-/13426619/

MCNC‘s Joe Freddoso speaks to Google’s announcement considering Charlotte and Raleigh as Google Fiber Cities.


02//19//14

FCC statement for Open Internet support

http://www.fcc.gov/document/statement-fcc-chairman-tom-wheeler-fccs-open-internet-rules

The FCC supports an open Internet and is examining state barriers against muni networks.


02//19//14

Google considers Raleigh-Durham, Charlotte for fiber

https://fiber.google.com/newcities/

Google is considering Raleigh-Durham and Charlotte for possible Google Fiber cities!