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Training and digital culture
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Places
You always look from one point of view and you always end up somewhere, even in the unknown, like on a school bench on the first day of primary school. On that day, all the senses are on alert, and you have to learn fast to "find your way around". Over time, places become familiar, full of landmarks.
Places influence our behavior because they are made up of interactions, functions, materials, history and even imagination... as long as the sky was out of reach, it was the abode of the gods. With everything associated with a place, it's in your interest to know where you are so you can act there. The students in the classroom or the poor people in the ghetto remind us that places are also social constructions.
It's not inevitable that schools become "difficult" environments for students and teachers alike. Places have their own history, landmarks and possibilities, and it's always up to us to make them places that are conducive to what we want to live there. Starting with our classroom and ending with our planet.
Articles
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Analysis
May 01 2024
By: Denis CristolGroup longevity and the effect on learning
The duration and depth of learning could well be linked to the friendly qualities that develop in a group, and learning and living together could also increase our life expectancy.
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Strategies
May 01 2024
By: Alexandre RobergeTeaching with obsolete textbooks?
The beauty of knowledge and science is its evolution. Does this show up in teaching materials? Not always, unfortunately. The obsolescence of textbooks is leading some to call for an end to their use. Others are proposing that we take what is accurate from them and find other ways of sharing current knowledge.
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Analysis
May 01 2024
By: Denis CristolLearning and living
Learning about living things, with them, from them and about them, takes us from discovery to veneration. It's an essential step towards protecting our planet.
Trainings
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Simulators - Games
March 13 2024
SEGAE: agricultural challenges turned into a playful experience
The question of balancing sustainable development and the economy is at the heart of all professional activities, including agriculture. 6 universities in different European Union countries have joined forces to create a serious game on the subject.
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Simulators - Games
March 13 2024
By: CompaniesReflecting on agroecology through play
There's nothing simple about being a farmer. You have to plan your activities throughout the year, make sure you have the right machinery, maintain it and so on. All with a view to ecology. A serious French game seeks to teach agroecology.
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Simulators - Games
March 13 2024
"La Grange": a board game about livestock farming
The question of livestock farming is a thorny one: we know that it is one of the most polluting agricultural activities, but a large proportion of the population remains omnivorous. So how can we transform livestock farming in an eco-responsible way? A board game invites farmers and trainees to discuss the issue.
Resources
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Video - Podcast - WebDocu
May 01 2024
An early childhood center in a home for the elderly
Our Western societies have an unfortunate tendency to push old age as far away from society as possible. In Villevêque, near Angers, one particular EHPAD has decided to do things differently. Children and seniors mix to the delight of both groups.
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Video - Podcast - WebDocu
May 01 2024
Managing your personal digital archives
In the past, older generations had photo albums containing important family mementos. Today, almost all of us carry a camera in our pocket. How can we be sure to safeguard the billions of images produced every year?
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Video - Podcast - WebDocu
May 01 2024
Combating programmed obsolescence
Programmed obsolescence is one of the most important ecological issues. Environmental associations have realized that technological devices are often designed to last only a limited number of years, forcing consumers to buy new ones. One organization is fighting against this phenomenon.
Technologies
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Applications
April 26 2024
Your personal tutor, always available: Sizzle ai
Sizzle is a powerful tool that students won't mind using, not necessarily by the book.
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Applications
April 24 2024
By: CompaniesFATMAP: the mapping application for mountain sports enthusiasts
Human beings have turned nature into a huge playground. Nothing seems to stop him, not even the highest mountains. To help outdoor sports enthusiasts, the FATMAP app offers useful services in the field.
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Applications
April 24 2024
Very Important Parking, an application that lists accessible parking facilities in France
People with disabilities are often seen as dependent and limited in their activities. In France, 72% of people over 18 have a driver's license. However, it's not easy for them to find accessible parking. Now there's an app to help.
Moocs - Webinairs
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Moocs - Webinars
Northern Quebec: Challenges, Spaces and Cultures [Mooc]
Date: February 07 2024 to April 05 2024
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Moocs - Webinars
Scikit-learn Mooc - until November 7, 2024
Date: November 08 2023 to November 07 2024
News
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May 01 2024
By: Laval UniversityBetter food preservation without preservatives, but with yeast
Yeast has long been used in traditional experiments to improve the shelf life of foods such as bread and cheese, but it's not clear why it worked.
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May 01 2024
By: Laval UniversityBetter food preservation without preservatives, but with yeast
Yeast has long been used in traditional experiments to improve the shelf life of foods such as bread and cheese, but it's not clear why it worked.
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April 25 2024
When to Consider a Short-Term vs. Long-Term Internship in London
Regardless of whether you choose a short-term or long-term internship, you can be confident that your time abroad will provide you with valuable professional and personal experience.
