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The IASTED International Conference on Education and Technology

The primary objective of the IASTED International Conference on Education and Technology (ICET 2005) is to act as a major forum for presenting the latest developments in the field of technology and education. It will encourage the exchange of information and experiences between educators, researchers, students and policy makers. ICET 2005 will be held in […]

Braille Instruction Resources

Braille Instruction Resources

Differentiating needs: Customer demand for online training

 The development of good client relationships and the ability to understand customer needs are crucial for suppliers of online training (only 3% of employers surveyed, who currently do not use online learning technology, would phone a provider to seek information about online training). The main needs of online training customers identified in this study […]

Online-education enrollment on rise

To help manage this, many students are turning to the convenience of online-education courses rather than classroom instruction. Read the Full Story

Virtual reality bytes (and it’s a good thing): Online courses expand horizons for high school students

Rather than taking a yearlong break from math, Hinkle picked up advanced placement statistics — a class she takes outside regular school hours. Hinkle enrolled in the online course through the Kentucky Virtual High School.Read the Full Story

Will virtual lectures vacate classrooms?

But, according to a new national survey, more students than ever are opting to get their learning online, trading in early morning lectures and long walks across campus for grades handed down in cyberspace. Read the Full Story

USDLA Announces the Availability of the Learner’s Library Coursepack Builder for USDLA Colleges and University Members.

Why the Learner’s Library? The Learner’s Library helps bring the most relevant library resources to the student 24/7 in an easy to use, easy to access tool set. As stated by Dr. John G. Flores, Executive Director of the United States Distance Learning Association, “Learner’s Library as a reference and research tool coupled with its […]

Artificial Intelligence Software Delivers Personal Tutoring Help for Struggling High School and College Chemistry Students: Research Indicates Student Test Scores Improve Up to 50%

“This time of year is difficult and stressful for many students because with chemistry, just like other science and math subjects, one concept builds on the next and once you fall behind, it’s difficult to keep up with the rest of the class on new topics,” comments Mr. Dale Holder, Quantum’s Chief Academic Officer and […]

Google Scholar vs. Real Scholarship

Professors (and librarians) will worry that time-strapped students will carry the trend towards sloppy Internet-based research even further. Pulling an all-nighter and strapped for time?Read the Full Story

Diageo North America Enhances Ethics, Legal and Compliance Education for 2,000 Employees

“Diageo strives to maintain the highest standards of integrity and social responsibility throughout its business dealings,” said Sabine Chalmers, General Counsel for Diageo North America.Read the Full Story