...Benefits of Technology in the Classroom The benefits of technology in the classroom are broad and deep. When schools utilize education technology like SMART® Interactive Whiteboards, students are more engaged, more motivated, and more excited about learning. An interactive smart classroom enables teachers to prepare dynamic multi-media lessons with hands-on components. The benefits of technology in education reach across all grade levels, from K-12 all the way up to colleges and universities. ComputerLand Network Technologies of East Texas has been helping schools with integrating technology into the classroom for over 30 years. Benefits of Technology In The Classroom: Preparing The 21st Century Workforce One of the most important benefits of technology in the classroom is that it can help to prepare students to become successful members of the 21stCentury workforce. Schools can leverage computer technology to create a project-based learning environment that teaches students essential skills they will need to thrive in the real world of work. Not only do they gain competence and experience using the technology itself, but students in the 21st Century classroom learn critical thinking and workplace skills that will prepare them well for their future. It is not just about learning facts and figures, but learning about collaboration, problem-solving, communication, leadership, motivation, productivity, and self direction. Simply put, integrating technology into the...
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...environment which tends to benefit the society on a larger context (Marianne & Tricia, 2011). Schools are thought to bring changes in the society but in our opinion the learning and specifically schools cannot benefit the society until and unless the public schools ore equipped to serve the purpose. It is important for the parents and the society to indulge in the whole process and overviews the progress of the child and provides him or her with the ample chances so that he or she can progress in this word. In order to do the studies needs to be in line with the goal a child wants to achieve. This can be only possible if the whole society intends to promote and develop a learning environment. Based on the fact our project intends to enable every child to achieve what he or she wants to achieve in his or her life. Our role in this whole context is to craft an environment which tends to bring the bring the children, parents and the society on a single The primary objective of the program is to inculcate an environment which tends to make sure that learning is valued as a lifelong process and the differences are accepted as an opportunity to diversify the benefits of the education. It tends to serve the community of the far west which is located in the suburbs of New Hampshire. New Hampshire itself is ranked among the metropolitan cities of the world and it tends to take into its fold a population of around two million people. Whereas, our projects is in a area which has population...
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...FOR E-LEARNING SYSTEM READINESS ASSESSMENT Ali Abdul-Fattah Alshaher Lecture, Department of Management Information System, College of Administration and Economics, University of Mosul, Iraq. ABSTRACT These study it is necessary to can be used as a theoretical foundation upon which to base decision-making and strategic thinking about e-learning system. This paper proposes a new framework for assessing readiness of an organization to implement the e-learning system project on the basis of McKinsey 7S model using fuzzy logic analysis. The study considers 7 dimensions as approach to assessing the current situation of the organization prior to system implementation to identify weakness areas which may encounter the project with failure. Adopted was focus on Questionnaires and group interviews to specific data collection from three colleges in Mosul University in Iraq. This can be achieved success in building an e-learning system at the University of Mosul by readiness assessment according to the model of multidimensional based on the framework of 7S is selected by 23 factors, and thus can avoid failures or weaknesses facing the implementation process before the start of the project and a step towards enabling the administration to make decisions that achieve success in this area, as well as to avoid the high cost associated with the implementation process. KEYWORDS: E-Learning System, Readiness Assessment, McKinsey 7S Model. I. INTRODUCTION E-learning system...
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...annotated bibliographies provide enough information to assist the student with future assignments. Below are the two annotated bibliographies for review. Annotated Bibliography Kozub, R. M. (2010). An ANOVA Analysis Of The Relationships Between Business Students' Learning Styles And Effectiveness Of Web Based Instruction. American Journal of Business Education, Vol. 3 Issue 3, 89-98. Retrieved from http://search.proquest.com.proxy1.ncu.edu/docview/195909757?accountid=28180 This article investigates the impact and relationship that exists between learning styles and the effectiveness of business student performance in a web based learning environment. It evaluates how web based learning has gained acceptance within education, and the prevalence of online degree programs. With the variation in learning styles, this paper provides educational instructional designers with concepts to better serve online students. The study is comprised of 159 undergraduate students in Taxes and Personal Finance courses, who volunteered and receive extra credit points. The methodology included two PowerPoint presentation's designed web-based instructional modules. The interactions of students with courses designed in web based course development platforms was criticized by Tufte (2006), however there was no substantial evidence provided to support his findings. The ANOVA analysis...
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...Management Project and to Write a Report on that project. As a KTP Associate, you are advised to use your KTP Project (or a substantial segment of that project) for your assignment. As this is a Level 5 qualification, your report must demonstrate your knowledge (by citing relevant theorists, concepts and models) and your understanding (by showing practical application and/or examples). You will need to fully address the following Learning Outcomes: • Unit 5006 Conducting a management project • Unit 5009 Project development and control • Unit 5002 Information based decision making Before commencing your assignment, you should again familiarise yourself with the syllabus coverage for these three units. This appears in the Course Packs that you received when attending your residential Modules 2, 3 & 4. You are advised to use the Assignment Planning Document to ensure that you address each Learning Outcome and every sub-point in full. Your assignment (Project Report) including all three units, should be not less than 7,500 and not more than 8,500 words. You should begin your report with a brief ‘Introduction’ (perhaps 1 or 2 paragraphs, giving a background to the report) and finish your report with a brief ‘Conclusion’ (perhaps 1 or 2 paragraphs). The main section of your report should include subheadings based on the Learning Outcomes listed in this document. NB: In order to pass this assignment, you must specifically address each Learning Outcome and...
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...adulthood. A specific plan of communication will ensure a smooth flow of information to both parents and students. In order for this plan to become successful it will take a constant effort. Every parent’s type of communication will differ; therefore we must have several different communication strategies on hand. Using technology in the classroom will allow students to be more in touch with learning only help improve their leaning potentials. Having a technology in the classroom is a benefit for everyone. Teachers will be able to work with students more and spend less time worrying about how they are going to compute students’ grades. This generation is a technology based generation, and will learn best through technology. Section One: Mission and Vision Statement Mission Statement: By providing students with technology both in and out of the classroom, they will become more familiar with how to properly use today's technologies and stay updated with the technologies of the future, ensuring a brighter tomorrow for each of them. Students will implement the use of technology into their learning environment in order to gain the skills needed for society. It is important that each student strive for excellence in their academic work. Having a strong curriculum allows the students to be creative and inspired to prepare themselves for a bright future. Vision Statement: Teachers are preparing each of their students for the...
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...Course Project Proposal Integration of VoIP Services and Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) Software for Real-Time Coaching Submitted by: Group – B Jeffrey Ortiz, Group Leader Abdul Raheem Mohammed Md Abdullah Al Mamun Roushan Chowdhury Nigat Rahinour Khan Mohammed Rahman Faculty: Sunil Samanta Table of Contents Contents Abstract 2 Company Background 3 Business Problem 4 High Level Solution 5 Benefits of Solution 6 Revenue from New Translation Department 7 Cost Reduction 7 Financial Benefit Analysis: 8 Business Process Changes 10 Technology Used 11 High-Level Implementation Plan 12 Summary, Conclusions & Recommendations 13 References 15 Abstract The main objective of this project is to propose a technological solution which will provide Rosetta Stone Inc. a platform where it can be not only a High Performance Organization but also an organization which can lead the industry of language learning to another level. The objective is to create a new bit of software based on VoIP and Video Conferencing for the tutors and students to interact in a live session. The project is focused on the Research and Development Department of Rosetta Stone Inc. where the new service will be developed. Implementation of this service will require the use of relational database management system (RDBMS) in a cloud. The intent is to use PostgreSQL, an open-source database which is employed by many large firms like Amazon and Skype. The project is being...
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...I have read the Wilson Preparatory Academy’s curriculum, I believe that the goals they have for the students are the same as the goals that I have for my students. Wilson Preparatory Academy want to make sure that the children that attend their school will be in the best learning environment that is available to them. In order for Wilson Preparatory Academy to give the students the best education they have to hire the best teachers. Wilson Preparatory Academy will be utilizing eight different learning strategies to educate their students. I have listed what I believe to be my own interpretation of these learning strategies: Blended Model for Educational Success, since we know that we are in the 21st century and that more children are being introduced to technology we should teach our students the proper way to use technology and this will benefit them both inside and outside of the classroom. 1:1 Technology Program, 1:1 technology is something that will not only helps the teacher with giving students work that they can do at home. When we think of homework we think that the child must take out a book and complete and assignment. With the 1:1 technology students will be completing assignment via their computer. The teacher will be able to structure this assignment around the student. I can associate 11 technology to differentiated instructions we are meeting the child at their level and assisting them when they need it. Teacher designed curriculum, I like this one...
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...PROJECT REPORT ON HR PRACTICES IN TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES Guided by: Submitted by Titiksha Patidar(HRF058) Acknowledgement This is to acknowledge the quality help that was provided by the Institute-ITM and the related faculty in successfully completing the HRSS project on “HR practices in TCS”. We highly obliged and thankful to the faculty,Prof Dr. Snigdharani Mishra for all her patient guidance and help in successfully completing the project. Our special thank to Mr. Mohhamad Javed (Manager HR, TCS) and Mr. Divya Prakash Purohit ( Software Engg.,TCS). TABLE OF CONTENT 1. Introduction..........................................................................................3 1.1. History of Company...................................................................3 1.2. About the Company...................................................................3 1. HR Group in TCS................................................................................4 2. Manpower Planning.............................................................................5 3. Recruitment Process............................................................................5 4. Training &...
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...EXPERIENCES OF VOLUNTEERING AND SERVICE LEARNING: A CASE STUDY OF A SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT AT “CROSSROADS FOUNDATION” Samuel, Ho Lee, Fullness Social Enterprises Society, Lingnan University, sleeho819@hotmail.com Erica, Kim Man Lee, Fullness Social Enterprises Society, Lingnan University, erica_lee02@yahoo.com Mike, Hyung Min Lee, Dongguk University, wemakemoves123@gmail.com Jacqueline Kelleher, Pace University, jk56646n@pace.edu Katy Kaestner, Trinity University, kkaestne@trinity.edu ABSTRACT The processes and outcomes of a service learning project conducted by a group of five students and engaged with a nonprofit organization are described in this paper. The processes and outcomes are evaluated with respect to the effectiveness of service learning as an educational means and the contribution to the nonprofit sector made by service learning initiatives. The findings include the benefit of the initial ambiguity of the service learning project and the benefit of the project outputs to the nonprofit agency. It is concluded that researchers may need to figure out the absolute relationship between initial ambiguity and the effectiveness of a service learning project and that between project outputs and the benefits received by the organization concerned. It is also concluded that researchers need to study how to keep participants’ passion towards the nonprofit sector after completion of their service learning project. KEYWORDS Service learning, volunteering, nonprofit organizations...
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...Conceptualizing and Initializing the IT Project Chapter 2 2-2 Copyright 2012 John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Strategic Planning Process and Project Alignment Strategic Analysis Guiding Principles Vision Mission Statement Strategic Objectives Flow-down Objectives Strategic Analysis Analysis of internal and external environments SWOT Analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) Elements within the project team’s control What strengths and weaknesses the organization possesses in itself Elements over which the project team has little/no control What opportunities and threats are posed by competitors, suppliers, customers, regulatory agencies, technologies Guiding Principles The vision describes the organization of the future “vivid description of a preferred future” Require extra effort to be achieved Often multiyear goals that end in suggesting the need for a new vision The mission statement provides a mechanism for achieving the vision “organization’s core purpose, core values”, beliefs, culture, primary business, primary customers Mission Statement Considerations Purpose – communicates why an organization exists Beliefs – what the leaders of an organization stand for Core values – how decisions will be made and how people will be treated Culture – how members should act Primary business areas – what business the organization engages in Primary customers...
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...Accountability System 10 4.1.3. Reporting Structures and Communications 12 4.1.4. Strategic Transformation and Change Roles and Responsibilities 12 4.2. Strategic Analysis (Step 2) 13 4.2.1. Core Business and Competency 13 4.2.2. Preferred Culture 13 4.2.3. Create a Value System to Promote a Preferred Organisational Culture 13 4.2.4. Create a Vision and Mission of the Future 14 4.2.5. Create a Strategy Map 14 4.3. Strategic Development (Step 3) 15 4.4. Strategy Implementation (Steps 4 & 5) 16 5. RECOMMENDATIONS 17 6. CONCLUSION 17 7. BIBLIOGRAPHY 18 List of Figures Figure 1: Different steps 7 Figure 2: BSPM learning organisation value chain schematic 8 Figure 3: Shared Authority, Responsibility and Accountability 10 Figure 4: Programme structures for portfolios adapted from Steyn and Schmikl (2010: 130 11 Figure 5: Strategic Transformation Project-Portfolio adapted from Steyn et al. (2010: 79) 11 Figure 6: Establish Programme Office adapted from Steyn et al. (2010: 80) 12 Figure 7: Developing Strategic Options adapted from Steyn et al. (2010: 82) 15 List of Tables Table 1: Problems Identified against performance improvement strategies 5 Table 2: Strategic Transformation Programme Management Process 8 Table 3: Differences between Vision and Mission 14 Table 4: Responsibilities 16 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY INTRODUCTION 3. OVERVIEW PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION Table 1: Problems Identified against performance improvement strategies |# ...
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...Note: achieves a distinction but the report does not fully reflect what was shown at demo] Mobile Devices and Their Impact on the Learning Environment. By Stuart Greig – GT320827 MSc Web Development A project submitted in partial fulfilment of the award of Master of Science In Web Development from Staffordshire University Supervised by Philip Windridge and Alastair Dawes March 2014 Word Count: 14422 For the Attention of Philip Windridge 1|Page Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Sciences Table of Contents Table of Contents 2 Abstract 5 Acknowledgements 6 List of Figures 7 Introduction 8 Chapter 1: Research Methods 9 1.1 Qualitative or Quantitative? 9 1.1.1 Quantitative Research 9 1.1.2 Qualitative Research 10 1.2 Methods to be used 10 1.3 Conclusion 10 Chapter 2: Current Mobile Learning Initiatives 11 2.1 Entrust: Learn Anywhere 11 2.2 Apple in Education 11 2.3 Conclusions 12 Chapter 3: Barriers to E-Learning 14 3.1 Introduction 14 3.2 Attitudes as a barrier to E-Learning and M-Learning 3.3 Financial Barriers to E-Learning and M-Learning 3.4 Conclusions 20 Chapter 4: The Benefits of E-Learning 21 4.1 Distance and Collaborative Learning 21 4.2 Personalised Learning 22 4.3 Increased Interactivity 23 4.4 Additional Resources 23 4.5 Conclusions 24 Chapter 5: Educational Theory 26 5.1 Student Centred Learning (SCL) 26 Chapter 6: Application Development 29 6.1 Initial Web, Database and Application Design 29 6.1.1 Requirements List 29 6.1.2 UML Use Case Diagram and...
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...Westar Small Business Solutions Compensation and Benefits Jerome Rutledge, Rahim Shadid, Sridhar Venugopal, Ursula Wester, and Cassandra Woods HRM 531 April 18, 2013 Carolyn Szlaga Purpose The purpose of this plan is to provide fair and equitable compensation for the individual(s) that will be performing the assistant project manager role at Westar Small Business Solutions. This plan clearly describes the total compensation that Westar Small Business Solutions will be providing to those performing the Assistant Project Manager Role. Eligibility This compensation plan applies to full-time, managerial employees performing the Assistant Project Manager Role at Westar Small Business Solutions. This plan does not apply to part-time or contract staff. Goals and Objectives Westar Small Business Solutions believes in the following compensation principles: * To provide fair and equitable compensation to employees. * To reflect the extensive educational and experience credentials required of Consulting Professionals as well as the value their roles bring to the organization. * To offer competitive pay and benefits, within the context of our industry to attract and retain the best talent possible. * To use compensation as a tool to recognize individual merit. * To provide performance-based incentives to encourage excellence and reward employees for his or her contribution to the achievement of organization goals. Compensation Components Total compensation...
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...HRMT19013 Ass2 Executive Summary This report is prepared for the Finnish Bookstore and looks at the potential learning interventions that can be used to train staff in the induction process, customer service, interpersonal skills, team skills and leadership skills. The report provides information on how the development needs of the staff and the company can be met. The approach that is used is a human resource development needs investigation. The report looks at the structured and unstructured interventions that might be used to develop the staff from approaching problems with a ‘black and white’ approach to being more flexible in their approach and willing to use the soft skills required to be an effective staff member. The report provides guidance on the evaluation strategies that can be used with each intervention. The report recommends that the staff are given the skill and knowledge in a classroom context and then provided with an action learning project along with a mentor. Table of Contents 1.0 Introduction 1 2.0 HRDNI 1 2.1 Approach 2 3.0 Learning Interventions 3 3.1 Structured learning interventions 3 3.2 Unstructured learning intervention 3 4.0 Evaluation 4 4.1 Reaction 4 4.2 Learning 4 4.3 Behaviour 5 4.4 Results 5 5.0 Conclusion 5 Introduction Finnish Bookstore staff need a set of learning interventions that can assist staff to improve their level of customer service skills that they need to deliver excellent...
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