Archives:
BlogSchmog

BlogSchmog has been publishing anecdotes about the Makice family as they grow, learn and laugh. Topics range from parenting two boys to academic projects.

This is our catch-all category containing almost all of our posts. Select a different category to narrow down the content.

Good TED, Bad TED

The content and sense of community generated by TEDxBloomington exceeded all expectations. The interaction with the national organization, however, made for a bittersweet experience. Future TEDx events need to better integrate with the ecosystem of local events.

Why Information Longevity is Good

Google is getting sued by Spain over the right for individuals to demand embarrassing search content be removed. A better strategy is to own up to these public records while finding a way to reveal corrective information at the same time.

Heaven is a Reality

It took less than 24 hours for someone to turn an xkcd comic about Tetris into a real game. Bless you, Internet.

Brain Flexibility is Key to Learning

A recent study applied a large-data computational technique to analyze how coordination between different regions of the brain can predict one’s ability to learn new things quickly.

Thinking Outside the Beatbox

Kevin Olusola (cello) and Greg Pattillo (flute) are two examples of what good things can happen when traditional concert hall instruments are mashed up with beatbox.

No means toddler

I have one good friend who has pledged to kick me if I say anything that dumb again, but sadly, she was in another continent while I had this conversation. All I can do is offer up this 90 second montage.

Improv to Improve Listening

Mark Fuller, CEO of WET Design, offers an improv course to employees at the firm. Learning how to improvise with others cultivates a culture of listening.

Meta

Click

Tag Cloud

Photos

www.flickr.com
This is a Flickr badge showing public photos and videos from kmakice.