ARGOSY UNIVERSITY OFFERS EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE

Posted by admin | Posted on 03-12-2010

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ARGOSY UNIVERSITY OFFERS EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE

(CHICAGO – September 6, 2005) Argosy University announced today
that it will assist students from universities in New Orleans,
southern Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama universities, which
have been closed for the foreseeable future due to the
devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina.

Argosy University will make available both on-campus and online
courses that might be able to permit dislocated students to
progress in their academic careers during this semester of
disruption. Students at a university forced to close by
Hurricane Katrina may register at any of Argosy University’s 13
campuses across the nation for courses, on a space-available
basis, for the fall terms.

Argosy University will waive tuition for dislocated students
who have already registered and paid tuition at their home
institution for the fall 2005 semester. If dislocated students
have not yet paid their tuition at their home institution, they
will be assessed the lesser of the current published tuition and
fees at the home institution, or Argosy University’s published
tuition and fees, as determined by the Argosy University campus
president.

“Argosy University acted today by offering educational
assistance to college students impacted by Hurricane Katrina,”
says Dr. Gregory O’Brien, president of Argosy University.
“Argosy University is concerned for the well-being of these
students, and this initiative is our way of reaching out with
compassion and benevolence to those affected. We pledge to do
all that we can to assist college students in the Gulf Coast
region to continue their education and continue in their lives.”

According to the American Council on Education, more than 30
colleges and universities in the Gulf Coast region have been
severely damaged by the hurricane, and possibly 100,000 students
have been displaced from their schools.

Argosy University offers doctoral, masters, and undergraduate
degree programs in psychology, counseling, education, business,
information technology, and organizational leadership. Doctoral
degree programs in clinical psychology (accredited by the
American Psychological Association), are available at several
Argosy University’s campuses. Argosy University will assist
dislocated Ph.D. and Psy.D. students on an individual basis.
Select associate’s degree programs in several health sciences
fields are available at Argosy University/Twin Cities, located
in Eagan, MN.

Argosy University has campuses in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas,
Honolulu, Orange County (Santa Ana, CA), Phoenix, San Francisco
Bay Area (Port Richmond, CA), Sarasota, Schaumburg (IL),
Seattle, Tampa, Twin Cities (Eagan, MN), and Washington DC
(Arlington, VA).

Students seeking information about Argosy University’s
initiative can visit the university’s website (www.argosyu.edu)
or call National Admissions Information at 1-800-377-0617.

With 13 campuses across the nation, Argosy University
(www.argosyu.edu) offers undergraduate, graduate, and
postgraduate degrees in the disciplines of business, education,
health sciences, and psychology and behavioral sciences. Argosy
University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and
is a member of the North Central Association (NCA) (30 North
LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602, 1.312.263.0456,
www.ncahlc.org). The parent company of Argosy University,
Education Management Corporation (www.edmc.com), is among the
largest providers of private post-secondary education in North
America, based on student enrollment and revenue. Student
enrollment exceeded 66,000 as of fall 2004. EDMC has 71 primary
campus locations in 24 states and two Canadian provinces. EDMC’s
education institutions offer a broad range of academic programs
concentrated in the media arts, design, fashion, culinary arts,
behavioral sciences, health sciences, education, information
technology, legal studies, and business fields, culminating in
the award of associate’s through doctoral degrees. EDMC has
provided career-oriented education for over 40 years. ###

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Survismeter Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Signed with Bangladesh corporate leader for launching in educational, R & D and Industries

Posted by admin | Posted on 23-09-2010

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Survismeter Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Signed with Bangladesh corporate leader for launching in educational, R & D and Industries

On17 August 2009, Mr. Vinod Kumar, Coordinator, Survismeter affairs, Chemistry Research Laboratory, Deshbandhu College, University of Delhi, New Delhi-110019, reported the following-

It is a matter of national pride that Survismeter (patent no 126089, Republic of Singapore, Calibration no.06070582/1.01/C-0395, National Physical Laboratory, Delhi) an invention of Indian scientist Dr. Man Singh is being launched in Bangladesh.

       Mr. Munir Hossain Tutul, Managaing Director, Bidhi Wexim Corp. Ltd. 196 Elephant Road, Ground Floor Dhaka-1205, Bangladesh, is presently in New Delhi to sign a MoU with inventor Dr. Man Singh, Associate professor, Chemistry Dept, Deshbandhu College, University of Delhi, New Delhi-110019. 

      The Indian patent no. 232429 of the Survismeter was commercialized by Spectro Lab Equip Pvt. Ltd., E41/3, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase II, ND-110020) in April 2007. In India it is installed at many institutions like National Institute of Technology, Warangal, IIT Delhi, Lucknow, Allahabad, Shimla and CCSU Meerut universities.

     In February 2009, Mr. Imran Ul Haq, Senior technical officer University of Sindh Pakistan was recommended by Higher Education Commission of Pakistan for training. After taking 20 days successful training he installed it at university of Sindh Pakistan.  Dr. (Miss) S. Bhanumati, Senor Associate Professor and Dr. Chandana Mukherji, Associate Professor, Dept of chemistry Gargi College DU are working with it for their and Dr. Bhanumati installed it at University of Texas USA. Dr. Manju Rani Chouwdhary, Dept of chemistry, Deshbandhu College DU is working with survismeter for her research work.

      The Survismeter is user and Eco-friendly laboratory apparatus for Surface Tension, Interfacial Tension, wetting coefficient and Viscosity experiments, part of syllabi of graduation and PG courses of Universities, colleges, technological institutions and R & D centers.

      It is useful for Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biochemical Engineering, Biophysical courses and Cosmetics, Inks, Fuel and Petroleum, Polymers, Drug Design, Paper Pulp, Soaps and Detergents, Pesticides, insecticides, Emulsion, Supercritical Solvents, Coolants Industries.

     Saves 80% experimental resources and expenditure, with no polluting effluents and no experiments hazards. It is effective and cutting edge multipurpose tool for science and is expected to save millions of dollars if old apparatuses are replaced by this and would fascinate youngsters to come forward to opt science learning.

The survismeter was officially handed over by Dr. A.P Raste, Principal, Deshbandhu College and Dr. A. N. Siddiqui Principal, Govt. Sr. Sec. School Andrews Ganj, New Delhi, to corporate leader Mr. Munir Hossain Tutul.

Dr. A.P Raste took happy note and expressed satisfaction on passing the survismeter to Bangladesh science community. He emphasized such more works to benefit the society.

Dr. A. N. Siddiqui on this gracious occasion expressed his opinion that this invention will be an asset to enrich environmental greenery and curb down the pollution hazards. He emphasized its wider use to save resources and boast up science and technology.

Game Development Classes: An Educational Trend

Posted by admin | Posted on 02-09-2010

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Game Development Classes: An Educational Trend

The University of Southern California has announced the introduction of a bachelor’s program in video game development. With the advent of sophisticated games such as MMOs and the merging of commercial interests with virtual reality, it is possible that USC did this as an academic exercise rather than a place to park its football players.

Other mainstream universities have similar programs, among them Carnegie Mellon, Georgia Tech and Southern Methodist University. The game industry has cracked the seven billion dollar mark in annual revenue. More important from an academic point of view perhaps, is the prospect of applying game theory, analysis and development skills to cultural or economic environments that are not strictly about games. Major game producer Electronic Arts has helped to underwrite the USC program simply because of its focus on non-commercial applications.

It’s a fair guess that the skills and analytical tools one might develop in a video game liberal arts degree program will be increasingly applicable in commercial online applications. The Internet has become a major commercial marketplace, one that functions more efficiently as the websites utilized for commercial exchange become more sophisticated and, to some degree, have high level graphics.

With that in mind, the nuts and bolts of a video game education still have to do with the development of a sophisticated piece of software. Critical skills include digital animation, game design and game programming.

Basic job descriptions within the business have included:

Programmer
A programmer can work on the game engine, the artificial intelligence features, the tools, hardware and network.

Designer
A designer – or artists – can be an animator, 3D artist/modeler or 2D artist/texturer.

Level Designer
Though it sounds similar and uses some of the same skills as a designer, level design is a job unto itself. Level designers need to have some art proficiency, but must also have good spatial awareness, organizational skills and lightning effects knowledge.

Writer
This is a growing position in the game community. There is more than just a manual to write; the story behind the game must be well-crafted and compelling. Every speaking character must have a script. Documentation is still an important element, though; as it is a necessary part of any software creation, and games are certainly no exception.

Behind these technical/creative roles are production managers, game modeling experts, and directors – much as with a film. Interactive design is an integral part of any video game and is also a key function of many websites. The transition of video game production methods to uses outside the game industry is well underway. The sophisticated graphics used in videogames are increasingly appearing in online commercials with high-gloss production values.

It will be the Internet and its importance as an economic engine that connects the video game major with the business world and provides job opportunities beyond the gaming industry. The trained, experienced level designer will find opportunities in high-end web site development companies that provide sophisticated sites for corporate sales and presentation purposes.

The flow of a high quality website (visit BMW USA for example) requires almost as much scripting as a game does, although much of the script appears as print instead of dialogue. And the use of artificial intelligence (AI) as a sales tool is probably not too far down the road – a method of taking a retail customer to the product that will suit them. Video games have forced the development of skill sets that are becoming meaningful to mainstream industries.

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Masters Degrees in Distance Learning – Learn Educational Design and Administration

Posted by admin | Posted on 11-04-2010

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Masters Degrees in Distance Learning – Learn Educational Design and Administration

Masters degrees in distance learning are conferred by a number of colleges and universities. The Master’s program is offered in various subjects including Education in eLearning, Teaching Online Specializations, Instructional Design for Online Learning, etc. Master’s degree specializations provide effectiveness and expertise in diverse educational settings like traditional, corporate as well as online education. Admission requirements for Master’s degree courses in distance learning are a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or internationally accredited university accompanied by GPA of 2.7 or higher on the scale of 4.0. Minimum 3+ years’ work experience in educational settings after graduation is essential.

Description of Masters degree programs

Masters degrees in distance learning prepare students in using internet resources effectively. These programs also teach how to use distance learning technology in delivering education with focus on how to construct effective instruction materials and rich learning environments for a variety of learners. The programs cover all the minute details like multiple distance education modalities, assessment and evaluation, distance education strategies for different learners from various backgrounds. At present Master’s degree programs offer specializations in mainly three fields, which are Adult Education, Instructional Design and Distance Learning Technology and Administration of institutes offering distance education courses.

Universities Offering Masters Degrees in Distance Learning

University of Maryland University College offers a Master of Distance Education online. This is a 36 credit hour degree program consisting of seven core courses and four elective courses. This course is designed for employed educational professionals to prepare them to be competent enough to manage distance education enterprises within educational, Government and non profit organizations. Course work includes planning, budgeting, development, delivery and support of distance learning and distance training programs.

Touro University offers a unique online post graduate degree program in Education eLearning, which has no residency requirements. This program prepares students for leadership qualities in the field of distance learning with a focus on elearning. Students gain expertise in various tools and technology for delivering distance education.

The University of Phoenix Online is the largest accredited private university. It provides a number of Master’s degree programs in Education. Master of Arts with specialization in Adult Education and Distance Learning is one of them. This program covers adult learning theories, multiple distance education modalities, instructional design, assessment and evaluation techniques, tools and technology associated with distance education.

Masters degrees in distance learning provide an enriching experience on a personal as well as professional level. They are helpful in achieving career goals and professional advancement.

Jim Zorn is web master of the Guide to Distance Learning. Please visit to learn more about online colleges and universities, distance learning degrees, majors and courses offered.
http://www.guide-to-distance-learning.com/index.html

GOOD EDUCATIONAL PRACTICES IN PHARMACY

Posted by admin | Posted on 18-01-2009

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GOOD EDUCATIONAL PRACTICES IN PHARMACY

There is no single, best model for the education and training of pharmacists on the world- wide basis but there are common concepts, principles and practices that can be employed by policy makers of pharmacy education to meet the needs of society locally, regionally and globally.
The recommendations in this document on Good Education Practices (GEP) provide a conceptual framework for the design, implementation and assessment of contemporary educational program for pharmacists throughout the world.

But, there are neither enough carrots nor enough sticks to improve undergraduate education without the commitment and action of students and faculty members. They are the precious resources on whom the improvement of pharmacy education depends.
In the present technical era of education, we need to follow the seven principles of GEP to embrace the quality and Excellence in the pharmaceutical education. The institution which is able to meet all the requirement & quality standards of GEP should be crowned with GEP institution certificate.

GOOD EDUCATIONAL PRACTICES emphasizes on Seven Principles:-
1.    Encourages contact between teachers and the taught,
2.    Develops reciprocity and cooperation among learners,
3.    Encourages active learning,
4.    Gives prompt feedback,
5.    Emphasizes task on time,
6.    Communicates high expectations  and
7.    Respects diverse talents and ways of learning.

The role of the pharmacist is developing rapidly to meet the needs of modern health care systems. Pharmacists have, however, recognized for some years that equally important roles are to advise other healthcare professionals on safe and rational use of medicines and to accept responsibility for seeking to ensure that medicines are used safely and effectively by those to whom they are supplied so that maximum therapeutic benefit is derived from treatment.

it remains a challenge to develop suitable educational system for the changing environment in a rapidly developing science. Pharmacy schools should take initiatives to ensure an environment for dynamic education system to be able to equip graduates with technical knowledge and skills to fulfill the needs of pharmacy and the changing health-care system. Though most pharmacy students go into community or hospital pharmacy, we have to remember that our graduates should also be able to work effectively.