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Title: Education’s Internet Moment: How Adaptive Learning Opens a World of Endless Opportunities in Classrooms
Speaker: Karim de Coster and Brad Mcllquham (Knewton - Adaptive Learning Platform™) http://www.knewton.com/
Date: December 2, 2011
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: LB 921-4 (Concordia University, Library Building, 1400 de Maisonneuve West)
Abstract:

The Knewton Adaptive Learning platform™ is a quantum leap in educational technology. Knewton provides each individual student with a unique, continuously personalized learning pathway to achieving proficiency in the core concepts needed for subject mastery. Using techniques that have been compared to those of Google, Amazon, and Pandora, Knewton harnesses the power of data-mining to make granular customizations of learning materials, adapting to each specific student based on their own learning profile.

In this presentation, we’ll have an exclusive, behind-the-scenes view into the Knewton Adaptive Learning Platform™ and the Knewton Math Readiness for College™ course solution. We’ll also discuss how Knewton addresses low student retention and graduation rates as well as student preparation for first year classes.

Title: Probability vs.Typicality: Making Sense of Misconceptions
Speaker: Ms. Carolyne Lefebvre (Concordia University)
Date: April