Monthly Archives: April 2013

Conflictual views of the Internets

Posted on April 28, 2013 by Antonio Vantaggiato

Internet and the Digital world are great, no doubt. Sometimes, though, we are confronted with the thin line that borders the realms of the virtual and the earthly. I was discussing with my daughter about the issues around the printed … Continue reading →

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Magic of the Internets

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Antonio Vantaggiato

Tonight, another little example of the daily magic the Webs have accustomed us, almost to our taking it for granted. A few days ago, I was happily (and a bit boringly) watching episode 5.2 of Mad Men. The closing credits … Continue reading →

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MOOCs: a Flash

Posted on April 20, 2013 by Antonio Vantaggiato

MOOCs. Just a quick thought that occurred to me in a flash of awareness, to add to the post I wrote a couple days ago. Let me begin with saying that I don’t dislike Coursera. I think it is very … Continue reading →

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MOOCs, oh my

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Antonio Vantaggiato

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Street Art photoshoot from Santurce es Ley

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Antonio Vantaggiato

Some great street art from an initiative held to increase attention over a part of the Santurce area –the Calle Cerra– which is somehow in decadence. Beautiful murals, nice buildings and bars (drink a beer at the Watusi!), even a … Continue reading →

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