Thinking of Running an Open Innovation Contest? Think Again.
Open competitions can help find an optimal solution to a well-understood problem, but they are a poor way to innovate.
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The Most Important Education Technology in 200 Years
Students anywhere are being offered free instruction online. What will that do to the trillion-dollar education business?
Tapping the Innovative Masses
The creative power of technology users awaits mining by companies, says Eric von Hippel.
Hoping for a Solar Breakthrough
The CEO of Eni would like to see new, cheaper solar technologies.
NASA's Future May Depend on Collaboration
An independent report addresses tough policy questions faced by the new administration.
Why A123 Didn't Get the Volt Contract
GM is playing it safe with its promised electric car, choosing a veteran battery supplier.
EmTech08 Coverage Continued
The Web is bursting with news on conference events.
Conference News from Valleywag
Valleywag's Owen Thomas gives his opinions on EmTech08 happenings.
Inverting the Core
What if all classroom work aimed to solve real-world problems?
Adapting Websites to Users
Websites that change to fit the cognitive style of the user could be more effective at selling products online.
