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Their methodology included secondary research into existing systems, funding models, etc. and primary research in the form of interviews with teachers, superintendent, technology specialist, etc. | Their methodology included secondary research into existing systems, funding models, etc. and primary research in the form of interviews with teachers, superintendent, technology specialist, etc. | ||
Their findings include an analysis of Sugar’s strengths (breadth, flexibility, collaborative experience, focus on children) and shortcomings (need for extensive up-front training, lack of | Their findings include an analysis of Sugar’s strengths (breadth, flexibility, collaborative experience, focus on children) and shortcomings (need for extensive up-front training, lack of centralized support, reliability, and resistance to change). Their recommendation include: | ||
* more web-based support for educators and end-users; | * more web-based support for educators and end-users; | ||
* standardized guidelines and training programs for teachers during their first exposure to Sugar; and | * standardized guidelines and training programs for teachers during their first exposure to Sugar; and | ||
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=== Tech Talk === | === Tech Talk === | ||
5. Simon Schampijer’s work on systematizing | 5. Simon Schampijer’s work on systematizing the new feature process for Sugar development has led to a number of great discussions on IRC. Search for the tag [Feature] in the devel list. | ||
=== Sugar Labs === | === Sugar Labs === | ||