Guest Thinkers — February 16, 2011

3 days ’til The Textbook Challenge!

Scott McLeod

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On Monday I launch The Textbook Challenge.

What’s that, you say? You’ll have to wait and see. I’m giving out prizes. Hope you’ll participate!

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