In less than a decade, social media, cloud computing, wireless devices, smartphones, apps and tweets and video-based content have transformed society. If it seems like the times are changing faster than ever, that's because they are! At the crossroads of these changes, where the technology, and the community, and the young generation of early technology adopters intersect are schools and teachers. Therefore understanding these trends and their impacts on teaching and learning is critical for today's educators. Here is a snapshot of the latest research on these changes by Mark McCrindle and McCrindle Research as presented at MYSA 2013.

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9. THE MOST ASKED
QUESTIONS ON GOOGLE
What is Gangnam style?
Why is my internet so slow?

11. THE MOST ASKED
QUESTIONS ON GOOGLE
What is Gangnam style?
Why is my internet so slow?
When is Fathers’ Day?
Where is Chuck Norris?
Who is Gossip girl?

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21. Relevant

23. Responsive

25. Relational

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56. Closed book exams
Memorising “just in case”
Teacher (what)
Clinical classroom:
Block out distractions
Industrial system
Curriculum driven (3Rs)
Open book world
Accessing “just in time”
Coach (how)
Innovative aesthetic:
Stimulates learning
Organic environment
Learner-centric
Engaging Learners in Changing Times

58. Funding and the future
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2.8
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Education
Aged Pension
Commonwealth budget as % of GDP
2011

59. Funding and the future
1.9
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2.7
2.8
0 1 2 3 4 5
Education
Aged Pension
Commonwealth budget as % of GDP
2011
2050