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On 05/22/2012,
in analytics, Augmented Reality (AR), Australia, cloud-based computing / apps / other cloud-related, collaboration, education technology, educational games / serious games, emerging technologies, engagement / engaging students, expectations, future, game-changing environment, higher education, human-computer interaction (HCI), learning ecosystem, mobile learning, mobile technologies, MOOCs -- Massive Open Online Courses, multimedia, new media literacies, online learning, open courseware and systems, publishing, teaching & learning, technology (general), telepresence, trends, videoconferencing, web-based collaboration,
by Daniel Christian
On 05/16/2012,
in collaboration, mobile technologies, tablets, tools, vendors, videoconferencing,
by Daniel Christian
Polycom® RealPresence® Video Content Management Solutions Deliver Live Video Streaming and Video Recordings to Android and Apple Devices
Polycom extends secure user access to video content beyond traditional PCs and laptops to tablets and smartphones, providing easy access to view live and recorded videos on-demand
PLEASANTON, Calif. – May 15, 2012 : Polycom, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLCM), the global leader in open standards-based unified communications (UC), today unveiled updates to Polycom® RealPresence® Video Content Management solutions that deliver anytime, anywhere secure access to view live-streaming webcasts and video recordings on-demand through a Web portal from any device. New features for RealPresence Video Content Management include updates for Polycom® RSS™ 4000 Recording and Streaming Server and Polycom® RealPresence® Media Manager that make the solution compatible with existing and future technologies, while extending users’ access to video content from traditional computer systems to Android and iOS-based mobile devices. Polycom’s RealPresence Video Content Management solution was recently recognized by Gartner with a “Positive” rating in the latest MarketScope for Video Content Management and Delivery, April 2012.1
On 05/07/2012,
in 3D, A/V -- audio/visual, Artificial Intelligence/Agents/LLMs/and Related, human-computer interaction (HCI), innovation, lifelong learning, machine-to-machine communications, robotics, videoconferencing,
by Daniel Christian
Automated grading software in development to score essays as accurately as humans — from singularityhub.com by David J. Hill
See the iphone – Diorama piece at mike-ko.com
Beam me up Scotty: Life-size hologram-like telepods revolutionize videoconferencing — from the Human Media Lab at Queen’s University
Disney Research invents amazing new touch sensing tech — from DVICE.com
The internet of things and smart cities: Will an IBM computer be your next mayor? — from extremetech.com by Sebastian Anthon
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When we think of computer networks, we think of routers and servers and fiber optic cables and laptops and smartphones — we think of the internet. In actuality, though, the visible internet is just the tip of the iceberg. There are secret military networks, and ad hoc wireless networks, and utility companies have sprawling, cellular networks the track
30 specialist (and super smart) search engines — from thenextweb.com by Adam Vincenzini
The home 3-D printer is more real than ever–and costs as much as an iPad — from fastcompany.com by Kit Eaton
A ride on MIT Media Lab’s digital bandwagon — from CNET.com by Martin LaMonica
Digital technologies are reaching deeper into the physical world, opening up new ways for people to interact with their surroundings, say researchers at MIT’s Media Lab.
5 reasons Cisco and Polycom are in trouble in telepresence — from Forbes, guest post by Jeff Cavins
Excerpt:
Due to a variety of technological breakthroughs, from mobile networks and devices to new powerful video technologies, there are five major reasons why the market will be disrupted as we know it, enabling a variety of upstarts to win the business of business meetings…
From DSC: I originally saw this at:
The fuzzy future of telepresence — from http://channelnomics.com by Larry Walsh
Excerpt:
The future of video conferencing is quite bright, and solution providers will have tremendous opportunity to sell and support video products and services. Telepresence, as Cavins argues, is a good idea, but not one that has lasting or sustainable market appeal.
On 05/01/2012,
in 21st century, A/V -- audio/visual, architecture, change, collaboration, corporate / business world, corporate universities / corporate training, creativity, Daniel S. Christian, design, engagement / engaging students, innovation, learning spaces, smart classrooms, videoconferencing, web-based collaboration,
by Daniel Christian
ExoPC and Panama team up to bring ‘tablet desks’ to students— from HuffingtonPost.com and The classroom of the future: Panama wants to give students “tablet desks” — from tabtimes.com by Doug Drinkwater
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The teacher controls the interactive board using an user friendly interface
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Adobe Photoshop Controller for EXOdesk
Adobe Photoshop TM Controller for EXOdesk makes it possible to control Photoshop TM from an EXOdesk in order to boost your productivity.
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What’s happening in the workplace? — from metropolismag.com by Jan Johnson
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The evolving office in 2012, equipped with Allsteel’s collaborative furniture collection, Gather
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Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Steelcase, and IDEO Collaborate to Innovate on the Future of Meetings and Work
Marriott Hotels & Resorts Launches “The Future of Work Innovation Co-Labs” To Offer Enhanced Hosted Work Experiences for Gen X and Gen Y Global Travelers.
Excerpt (emphasis DSC):
Los Angeles, Calif. – The nature of work is changing: it’s mobile, fast-paced and global. While most people demand choice and control to work when and how they want, wherever they are, working remotely doesn’t always offer consistent options when it comes to access, comforts and convenience. Marriott Hotels & Resorts, the flagship brand of Marriott International (NYSE:MAR); Steelcase, the world’s leading workplace experience provider; and global design and innovation consultancy, IDEO, today announced a collaboration to design, create and test innovative concepts and solutions for the future of work and meetings in hotels. The collaboration comes to life this week as a showcase of these potential solutions is unveiled at the Marriott Hotels & Resorts Global General Manager Conference in Los Angeles.
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- North Entrance of library brings new student workspace — from nineronline.com Elizabeth Bartholf
- .The Pitfalls of sitting too close — from sales-jobs.fins.com by Kelly Eggers
It sure sounded like a good idea. When Tuft and Lach Law, a small law practice in St. Paul, Minn. opted for open, shared office space, they didn’t expect to hate it. After all, numerous academic studies have shown that workers are more productive in open offices and, in the trendsetting tech industry, open plans are standard. For the law firm, it didn’t work out that way. “We had a receptionist and secretary sharing a workstation,” said Thomas Tuft. “The one with the biggest voice could be heard on the other’s phone calls and in attorney offices by clients on the phone with the attorneys.” If two people had to take a call simultaneously, they were forced to whisper..
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- Creating Learning Spaces Through Collaboration – The Library is a 3rd Place to Consider — from Aaron Cohen Associates
. - Space-saving dome shaped bookshelf built into workspace ceiling – – from PSFK.com
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A sample image from University of Exeter item re: learning spaces
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The refurbished Forum Library
opens 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Addendum on 5/24/12:
- Designing the Office to be less and more — from HermanMiller.com by Randall Braaksma
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On 04/23/2012,
in accessibility / UDL, communications, neurodivergent/special needs, telepresence, videoconferencing, web-based collaboration,
by Daniel Christian
Excerpt:
Our mission is to make telepractice practical and affordable while providing an extraordinary therapy experience. The PresenceLearning solution includes the latest video-conferencing tools, engaging games and evidence-based activities, and time-saving collaboration and practice management tools. See videos of how it works
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- PresenceLearning Wins 2012 BESSIE Award
Live online speech therapy service recognized in Special Education Website category
SAN FRANCISCO, April 19, 2012 – PresenceLearning (www.presencelearning.com), the leading provider of live online speech therapy services to K-12 students, was recently named a winner in the Multi-Level: Special Education Website category of The ComputED Gazette’s 18th Annual Best Educational Software Awards (BESSIE Awards). The awards program targets innovative and content-rich programs and websites that provide parents and teachers with the technology to foster educational excellence.
On 04/17/2012,
in 21st century, career development, change, creativity, education, education technology, future, global / globalization, videoconferencing, vision/possibilities, web-based collaboration, workplace,
by Daniel Christian
I’ll be in the HoloClass today — from The EvoLLLution (LLL=LifeLongLearning) by Frank Palatnick, UN Advisor of Global Education, International Agency for Economic Development
From DSC:
A creative and very interesting vision from Frank — the first in the series that The Evolution is running re: education in the mid-21st century. I can’t help but wonder how this vision impacts jobs/career paths out there. Nice work Frank.
A creative and very interesting vision from Frank — the first in the series that The Evolution is running re: education in the mid-21st century. I can’t help but wonder how this vision impacts jobs/career paths out there. Nice work Frank.
On 03/27/2012,
in 21st century, 24x7x365 access, collaboration, innovation, mobile learning, vendors, videoconferencing, web-based collaboration,
by Daniel Christian
New videoconferencing tool lets distant musicians rehearse live — from The Chronicle by Nick DeSantis
On 02/02/2012,
in 21st century, 24x7x365 access, changing business models, digital learning, elearning, global / globalization, online learning, videoconferencing, web-based collaboration,
by Daniel Christian
On 01/27/2012,
in collaboration, face-to-face, online learning, tools, vendors, videoconferencing, web-based collaboration,
by Daniel Christian
Some tools to consider:
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From DSC:
By the way, faith-based organizations might want to consider using this tool as well. Also, my thanks to Professor Randall Pruim, in the Mathematics Department at Calvin College, for bringing the options below to my attention. Note: Professor Pruim doesn’t necessarily recommend these tools — as both SMS Poll and Lecturetools.com require that students pay a subscription. However, I list these tools here in case you want to compare functionality/pricing/etc.
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Addendum on 2/2/12:
NOTE: Randy mentioned that Socrative requires access to the Internet (laptop or smart phone); there is no cell phone interface at this time. So you must have a web-enabled device.
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Addendum on 2/21/12:
Addendum on 7/18/12:
TopHatMonocle.com
A web based clicker and online homework tool; polls and quizzes
No clickers to buy! Students can use any device to participate in class
- For in-class and homework use
- Questions, open ended discussions and interactive demos
- Use with any presentation software, such as PowerPoint
- Amazingly simple! Takes minutes to setup
Addendum on 11/15/12:
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On 11/18/2011,
in Microsoft, telecommunications, tools, vendors, videoconferencing, web-based collaboration,
by Daniel Christian
Skype announces Facebook-to-Facebook calling — from wired.co.uk by Beth Carter
On 10/28/2011,
in 21st century, 24x7x365 access, A/V -- audio/visual, accessibility / UDL, Artificial Intelligence/Agents/LLMs/and Related, assistive technologies, Augmented Reality (AR), cloud-based computing / apps / other cloud-related, collaboration, communications, convergence, corporate / business world, creativity, digital audio, digital learning, digital storytelling, digital textbooks, digital video, e-books, e-readers, education technology, educational games / serious games, elearning, emerging technologies, engagement / engaging students, future, homeschooling/homeschoolers, human-computer interaction (HCI), innovation, intelligent systems, interactivity, interface design, internet, learning ecosystem, Learning from the Living [Class] Room, lifelong learning, machine-to-machine communications, Microsoft, mirroring and/or multiple devices, mobile learning, mobile technologies, multi-touch, multimedia, Near Field Communication (NFC), new media literacies, online learning, online media, personalized/customized learning, reinvent, tablets, technologies for your home, technology (general), television, tools, transmedia, trends, ubiquitous learning, user experience (UX), user interface design, videoconferencing, vision/possibilities, visualizing information, web-based collaboration,
by Daniel Christian
On 10/13/2011,
in 21st century, A/V -- audio/visual, Apple, collaboration, convergence, digital audio, digital video, global / globalization, Google, mobile learning, mobile technologies, tablets, videoconferencing, web-based collaboration,
by Daniel Christian
Polycom® RealPresence™ Mobile — now for both the iPad and Android-based devices
Take video collaboration mobile with the first enterprise HD software solution for Motorola and Samsung tablets
Polycom® RealPresence™ Mobile is a new, free-to-download software solution that extends our legendary HD video collaboration technology, built on the Polycom RealPresence Platform, beyond the office and conference room to your Apple® iPad® 2, Motorola XOOM™ and Samsung Galaxy Tab™ tablet PCs.
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Addendum on 10/18/11:
On October 12, Polycom president and CEO Andy Miller gave a keynote address during the CTIA Enterprise & Applications™ 2011 conference in San Diego, Calif., discussing video collaboration in today’s mobile society. During his keynote, Andy presented key industry trends, and share how Polycom is delivering video to mobile platforms, extending HD video collaboration technology beyond the office and conference room. The keynote included a live demonstration of a game-changing mobile video solution for enterprises – the Polycom® RealPresence™ Mobile.
On 10/10/2011,
in Apple, collaboration, communications, Google, mobile learning, mobile technologies, tools, videoconferencing, web-based collaboration,
by Daniel Christian
Vidyo: Video conferencing on the iPad, iPhone and Android tablets and smartphones
Ad-hoc Room System
VidyoMobile on iPad 2 joining an HD multipoint video conference at 720p with 4 other laptops and a room system. (Note: This picture has not been photoshopped in any way.)