In this episode guest host Mike and Glen discuss why students are choosing careers other than teaching, debate whether students are really obsessed with video games, count down the people you are NOT following on Twitter but should be and our guest this week is the CEO of Participate, Mark Otter.
Guest: Mark Otter
Mark is about as cool a dude as you'll find in the business of education. Down to earth, chill, and smart as hell, Mark talks with us about Participate and why community matters, and about digital badging. At the end, we have a HUGE announcement, so make sure you listen to the WHOLE interview!
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The Bests: People you AREN'T following, but SHOULD be
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