If you like constantly learning new things, this web clock lists new fun facts every minute. Created by copywriter Ken Williams, the Factoclock shows a new fact one a minute basis. In collaboration with designer Bilmal Tailor and developer Tom Adern, Williams researched more than 4000 facts total.
The Factoclock also shares new fun facts via its various social media channels. An example of a fact you can learn on the site is that on the 150th anniversary of The New York Times on November 14, 2001 the former executive editor Max Frankel wrote that during the second World War, the paper made a conscious effort to minimize coverage of the holocaust with a policy to do so in place.
Educational Web Clocks
Factoclock Teaches You New Fun Facts Every Single Minute of the Day
Trend Themes
1. Continuous Learning - Creating platforms that provide continuous learning opportunities through bite-sized information on a frequent basis.
2. Microcontent - Utilizing short bursts of information, such as fun facts, to engage and educate users in a dynamic way.
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Industry Implications
1. Edtech - Integrating the Factoclock concept into educational technology platforms to enhance student engagement and knowledge retention.
2. Content Marketing - Incorporating microcontent strategies in content marketing campaigns to captivate and educate target audiences.
3. Social Media Management - Developing social media management tools that can curate and distribute educational content efficiently across various platforms.