31 Aug 23

In other words: if you introduce the solution (in this case, a new kind of math) before introducing the kind of problems that it’s meant to solve, the solution is likely to come across as pointless and arbitrary. But if you first let students try to tackle these problems with the math they already understand, they’re likely to come away with a kind of intellectual “headache” – and, therefore, to better understand the purpose of the “aspirin” you’re trying to sell.

by eli 2 years ago

10 Jul 23

Summary: AI is introducing the third user-interface paradigm in computing history, shifting to a new interaction mechanism where users tell the computer what they want, not how to do it — thus reversing the locus of control.

…me, salty Kuhn fan will add that “this is not a paradigm shift, it is just a new thing.”

by eli 2 years ago

23 Jun 23

When we talk about disability visibility, we’re acknowledging that many hidden disabilities, like chronic pain and cognitive conditions, need awareness and accommodation too. But even those with visible disabilities have largely been made invisible from our society due to a variety of access barriers that serve to keep disability hidden, even when an estimated one in four people in the United States experiences disability.

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22 Jun 23

When we talk about disability visibility, we’re acknowledging that many hidden disabilities, like chronic pain and cognitive conditions, need awareness and accommodation too. But even those with visible disabilities have largely been made invisible from our society due to a variety of access barriers that serve to keep disability hidden, even when an estimated one in four people in the United States experiences disability.

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16 May 23

This guidance is for web and digital professionals who want to make sure that their service is optimised for users who have anxiety or panic disorders.Anxiety is a feeling of unease, such as worry or fear, that can be mild or severe. Some people find it hard to control their worries. Their feelings of anxiety are more constant and can often affect their daily lives.

by eli 2 years ago

08 Mar 23

27 Jan 22

Inspiring workspaces from creators.

by panoptican 4 years ago

28 Sep 15

A silly coincidence while reading Responsive Typography With Sass Maps. Apparently we did @dfib a similar thing for the Nippon Shokubai Europe career site. The mixin still has a Desktop First…

by bbohling 10 years ago