doug — off the record

just a place to share some thoughts


May 26, 2011

  • Thank you, Gravity

    Rube Goldberg did his thing by making very simple tasks using some of the most involved algorithms and techniques.  Each of his machines ended up solving a task.  In the Wikipedia article referenced above, you’ll see the explanation about the self-operating napkin and how it worked. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Rubenvent.jpg All of the inventions were really problems ready… Continue reading

  • OTR Links for 05/26/2011

    springfieldlibrary – home Springfield Township High School Virtual Library tags: home springfieldlibrary Home – New Tools – LibGuides at Springfield Township High School Spartan Guide to Web 2.0 tools for educators. tags: web2.0 resources technology tools education LibGuides Library schooX – Frequently Asked Questions SchooX is a Social Edutainment Network where everyone can bookmark, create,… Continue reading