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State, nation and world news Jan. 5, 2011

Spinnaker Jan 4, 2011
Check out some of the latest stories to hit the news in this week's edition of state, nation and world news.
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Seeing the invisible, ex-child soldier speaks to inspire

Spinnaker Oct 19, 2010
Agony in Africa: Listen to the voices of Ugandan and Sudanese conflict survivors at back to back fundraiser events
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Smartphones breaking into many college courses as a means to facilitate learning

Spinnaker Mar 4, 2009

On the first day of class when professors hand out the syllabus, one particular regulation that can be found in most courses is the over-emphasized rule: “No cell phones.” But with the vast increase...

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Special legislative session leads to 4 percent budget cut

Spinnaker Jan 21, 2009

  Florida lawmakers approved a $2.8 billion package of budget cuts, reserve runs and fee increases, ending their 10-day special session Jan. 14. Educational spending will feel the brunt of...

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Book claims cell phones aid learning

Spinnaker Jan 7, 2009
Cell phones have become unwelcome in most schools because of fears about cheating, distractions and the reality that some students have used them to take and spread inappropriate pictures. But a new book written by an educator argues cell phones also are educational. Cell phones can be a handy way for teachers to supplement their lessons, said Liz Kolb, an adjunct professor at Madonna University. But before she can convince students, she has to get through to teachers.
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