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The Open University Extends the Use of FirstClass’R’ from Open Text for Virtual Learning

Best-of-breed Features, Flexibility and Scalability Lead to Selection as Core Component of Online Distance Learning Community of Up To One Million Students and TeachersRead the Full Story

N.C. Research & Education Network Extends Reach from Atlanta to Washington, D.C.

North Carolina Universities Leverage Advanced Networking Facilities Through FiberCo to Enhance Worldwide Research CollaborationRead the Full Story

Blackboard Unveils Application Pack Three to Help Institutions Enhance Teaching and Learning

– New Software Release Includes Many New Features and Bridges Blackboard’s Academic and Commerce SuitesRead the Full Story

University of London Chooses Percussion Software’s Rhythmyx ECM Solution to Manage Content for Distance Learning Programme

Britain’s Oldest Distance Learning Programme Improves Management of Its Web Content to Help Make Degrees More AccessibleRead the Full Story

Online Survey Checklist

Why should administrators use surveys?In the age of data-driven decision making, collecting data and using it efficiently is key to all aspects of the education process. Online surveys are a great way to gather information on everything from lunchroom procedures to program design. This information can impact solutions for student achievement, community relations, and district […]

The Internet transforms modern life

(CNN) — In 1994, people had to call the bank to check their balances. Or inquire in person, or wait for a paper statement to arrive in the mail. Baseball box scores were found in the newspaper. Weather forecasts came over the phone from the weather bureau, or on TV.Read the Full Story

US Navy and Marine Corps Learning Networks Select Applied Global Technologies for Video Managed Services

AGT and Polycom Technology Play Key Role in 4-year, $20M AwardRead the Full Story

Fraser Valley Distance Education School Expands Distance Education Program with Elluminate Live!;

Interactive eLearning Environment Provides Synchronous Content for Remote StudentsRead the Full Story

How the Web changes your reading habits

Search engines and hyperlinks have turned readers into literary island-hoppers. Far more is in store.Read the Full Story

Format Wars, Episode II: The DVD

Competing visions of high-definition viewing head for a showdown on store shelves.Read the Full Story