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This web log explores design concepts and new technologies in the context of education. The authors are based in South Africa, thus articles and posts will mostly be focused on, but not limited to, regional issues. Designtalk's vision is to emphasize and discuss novel design concepts that help improve the lives of all people in South Africa and beyond.

	This is what the world’s cheapest computer may look like
Recent rumors about India’s launch of a 30 USD computing device for education sparked some thoughts on requirements for devices that should rather be cost efficient than provide excessive functionality that is not required by the user group.

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Interaction design for learning
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World Design Capital 2014 – Participatory design and experimentation are key to urban innovation
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Recycling education with an interactive floor projection game

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