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How Classroom Technology Benefits Students and Their Instructors

The use of classroom technology has the benefit of making learning fun and in this way; students do not feel coaxed to learn material. The instructors also benefit for they do not have to do a lot of explaining. Examples of this technology include PowerPoint presentation, proximas, interactive DVDs, MySpace and scavenger hunts among others. In order to benefit the students, the instructor should use this technology in a manner that allows the student to actively interact with it and set goals that are achievable. Looking at Microsoft PowerPoint as a form of classroom technology, you can see the benefits that it offers. The PowerPoint software program enables users to create presentations that may involve text or images and move them in slides. This will assist the instructor to convey information in a step by step form that is easily understood by students. The presentations allow the students to actively engage in the lesson in an enjoyable manner. Learning ideas by doing is more
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Technology in the Year 2020

magine this for a second. The year is 2020 and you walk into an office, similar yet different to the one you may be in right now. Structurally, the features are similar to your 2009 office, there's a desk, a chair and a window with a view. Yet, there are noticeable differences. Gone is your clunky PC. The telephone is also nowhere to be seen. Books? Nope. Newspapers? Magazines? Nope. Nope. Instead, using a wearable device on your finger, you conjure up a hologram of a blank screen above your desk. "Computer on," you state. Appearing before you is a virtual computer. You use voice demand technology to bring up documents, email your friends, write reports and check stocks on the internet. Then you decide to read a copy of the January 2020 issue of Exec Digital and relax. Welcome to the not so distant future. WEARABLE COMPUTER The above scenario is an idealistic view of the future created from the mind of a 23-year old science-fiction fan (yours truly). While predict

Cut Your Tax Bill by Educating Your Grandchild

There is no better source of greater pleasure in life for aged taxpayers than spoiling their grandchildren by showering them with all kinds of gifts. The young ones too, seem to have some deeper connections to their grandparents than their own parents. With college education increasingly becoming expensive, the grandparents can chip in and at the same time, enjoy extensive tax benefits. There are several tax-friendly channels available for older taxpayers who desire to see their grandkids through college, by helping cover their college costs. Qualified Tuition Programs-529 Plans The prepaid tuition and college savings plans are the two types of qualified tuition plans. Prepaid Tuition Plans Also referred to as prepaid education arrangements or prepaid tuition programs, prepaid tuition plans offers families a way to beat rising costs of living buy virtually buying the projected future cost of education using the current prevailing rates. Sold in contracts or in units, these pl

Online Food Science Career Schools

Online schools and colleges are available to provide students with the opportunity to obtain an accredited education in food science. Students looking to pursue a career in this field can do so through a number of online career training programs. With an education in food science students will gain the knowledge and skills needed to work in dietary and nutrition. Students can earn a certificate or degree at their own leisure allowing them to pursue careers working in health clubs, hospitals, schools, health care facilities, restaurants, and much more. Degrees programs are available ranging from an associate to a masters level and certificates area attainable as well. Certificate Online certificate courses are available to those who are just starting their education and career or those looking to enhance their training. Accredited online schools allow students to enroll in certificate programs to learn a variety of subjects. Coursework at this level of education may consist of f

Masters of Education Degrees - How Do I Choose?

Selecting a Masters of Education program might seem a tad overwhelming. There is a great deal of contemplation when jumping into this decision. Thankfully, it is quite simple to uncover some strategies that can assist you with the process. Listed below, are 7 "areas to consider" that can help guide you through this unique journey. The initial step might be to choose whether a web-based (online) or perhaps an on-site campus program is right for you. With continuously expanding technology, the options for completion of education programs are amazingly broad. Numerous schools tend to be providing students, who're planning for a Masters of Education degree, a choice of getting classes online. A web-based Masters of Education program offers overall flexibility for that student. This option allows you to preserve a job and also take classes. All scholars like the online Masters in Education program since it also provides great freedom in terms of time (when you actually comp

Importance of Distance Education in Indian Higher Education System

The Indian education industry is one of the largest in the country with a market-size of 450 million students, projecting revenue of $50 million, annually. The Indian education sector is projected to grow by 15% during the period 2011- 2021. And, distance education universities as the education provider for the masses is all set to tap the potential of student market. Considering that the major populace of India is young and the rise in distance education degrees, there is a huge potential for growth which is inviting foreign investors in this sector. The partnerships of distance education universities with foreign universities will chiefly target the higher education segment, to offer advanced programs, special skills training and sorts. Additionally, the focus is on evolving through innovative teaching methods to improve the quality of distance education universities and online education. There has been a series of progressive developments to promote foreign investments in the

Fun and Exciting Projects for Science Fairs

One of the most exciting times for any child is their first science fair. Science fairs are great things for people to put together, because they provide an opportunity for kids to learn about physics, conduct experiments, and show off their displays they worked so hard on. One of the most important things in any science project is the display. It has to be organized and easy to understand, or no one is going to understand anything about the project. That's why this article will discuss a few great tips when looking for a science project display in order to make things look neat and organized. When looking to purchase a science fair project display, it's important to pick out the right material. Sometimes there are many different things besides just paper that will be glued to the display. It's important to know what kind of things will be put on the display before purchasing it. If heavier objects will be glued on the display, try to find thick cardboard or some other k