Monthly Archives: January 2012

Digital Footprint of an ant !

Posted on January 31, 2012 by John Oliver

  Despite having size 12 shoes, I seem to have the digital footprint of an ant! As an international educator, I need to learn to  manage my online presence. Google Search checks on my name have always revealed about 80 000 … Continue reading →

Posted in Creative Thinking, Critical Thinking, Student Motivation | 3 Comments

What is our obligation as educators ?

Posted on January 24, 2012 by John Oliver

My students need to understand the dangers of “copy & paste “. Plagiarism is a vice which can seem like an easy route to good grades, but I’m quick to explain the consequences to them. It’s our job as teachers … Continue reading →

Posted in Art Education, Critical Thinking, Cross-curricular Collaboration, Design Education, Photography Education, Plagiarism | 5 Comments

How do we teach copyright in countries where international copyright law is not often followed?

Posted on January 20, 2012 by John Oliver

  Copyright is often an issue in my Art, Design and Photography classes. As a teacher, I encourage students to create original images; but at the same time, I encourage them to learn from established artists and designers. This sometimes … Continue reading →

Posted in Art Education, Design Education, Photography Education, Plagiarism, Product Design | 4 Comments