"I don't have a problem with the Ed-tech canon, either - in fact, I'm a firm believer. :) That said, I also think it's important to find balance in all that we do as well as live in such a way to consistently put first things first. While there is definitely value and great insights to be found in the writings of Shirky, Christensen, and Chris Anderson (of late, with his free book called "Free"), I just think there is a tremendous amount of worth in exposing ourselves to the more measured ideas found only within the writings of academia. Call me old fashioned. Sheesh, *I'm* even starting to think I sound like a grumpy old codger." - Darren Draper