Educators share H1N1 preparedness plans
As H1N1 virus-related illnesses continue to increase, schools are hoping to keep students healthy and avoid closures–but many already have plans in place to sustain learning and keep students on track if prolonged absences or school closures become a reality.
Key words: H1N1 virus, school flu, flu virus, educational technology
Ga. Tech aims to boost computer education
Georgia Tech’s College of Computing has received a $1.4 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to expand a statewide program aimed at increasing the number of computer science students and teachers at all levels of education. The program has seen some early success, and officials hope it can serve as a model for other states to follow. Key words: Georgia Tech University, Advanced Placement, education technology, school technology, STEM
Judge sets deadline for new Google book deal
A federal judge has set a Nov. 9 deadline for submitting a revised agreement in the battle over Google Inc.’s effort to get digital rights to millions of out-of-print books. Key words: Google book search, education technology, school technology, online publishing, digital rights
Pure Essays announces its Membership Program
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Presenting A Secret Formula To Lead A Healthier Life
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Going to college gets a little easier with Indiana e-Transcript
There may be plenty of paperwork left for prospective college students to do these days, but sending a high school transcript doesn’t have to be part of it thanks to Indiana’s free e-Transcript service. Indiana was the first state to offer its students a free, electronic transcript service that provides access to colleges nationwide.
Nobel Media with Films Media Group Distributes Nobel Programming to Educational Institutions
Nobel Media AB, the company responsible for producing the official Nobel TV programs and documentaries, announced the international distribution of Nobel TV programming from 2008 and 2009 to the educational market via Films Media Group, the leading distributor of high-quality video for academic, vocational and life-skills content. The Nobel Peace Prize and Literature Prize Documentaries, as well as the discussion program Nobel Minds involving all the Nobel Laureates, will now be available for global distribution to schools, colleges, and public libraries.
Peoples Education Debuts ePath Knowledge Online Suite of Tools
Saddle Brook, New Jersey, October 2, 2009—Peoples Educational Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEDH), a leading provider of print and online supplemental educational materials for the K–12 school market, is pleased to announce the launch of their new ePath Knowledge™ series of online tools for educators to address specific needs in schools. The initial launch of the ePath Knowledge™ series consists of three distinct offerings: ePath Assess™—the online formative assessment, progress monitoring, and reporting platform, ePath Discovery™—a targeted, state-specific online remediation and reporting system, and Practice Path™—the ongoing skill building and standards and test practice system. The tools share a common design featuring intuitive, easy-to-use interfaces, visually based reporting, and customized, state-specific content.
CrossTec Announces SchoolVue v10.5: Classroom Management Console Provides Enhanced Interactivity, Monitoring, and
SchoolVue v10.5 offers real-time audio monitoring for language labs, improved management of student resources, and optimized wireless performance to expand the range of classroom connectivity (laptops can now more easily access the system).
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Turns to E-rate Manager for Applicants for Assistance with E-rate Program
In 2008, through the E-rate program, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools received more than $1 million in funding for vital telecommunications services such as phone and Internet connections. E-rate Manager for Applicants, an online suite of tools developed by Funds For Learning, LLC, played a key role in helping the district track and manage the E-rate program.