RealVNC Remote control software such as VNC has a variety of uses. It allows a person at a remote computer to assume control of another computer across a network, as if they were sitting in front of the other computer. VNC can also be used in educational contexts, for example to allow a distributed group of students simultaneously to view a computer screen being manipulated by an instructor, or to allow the instructor to take control of the students' computers to provide assistance. The freeware version has limited functionality. From EdNA Online on November 1, 2004 at 9:30 p.m..
EyeMAC This site provides numerous pictures of eye disorders. Key Words: Ophthalmology, health assessment. From MERLOT - 10 Most Recent Materials on November 1, 2004 at 1:30 p.m..
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Papers Project A major research effort to assemble and disseminate historical information concerning Martin Luther King, Jr. and the social movements in which he participated. Includes a section "Liberation Curriculum" which provides resources and lesson plans to assist in creating "historically accurate and pedagogically effective educational materials that address issues of social justice and human rights." From MERLOT - 10 Most Recent Materials on November 1, 2004 at 1:30 p.m..
Resource Gateway : For Teachers Working With Young People in Victoria The Gateway contains links to the latest information on the range of settlement and education issues facing refugee young people in Victoria. The Gateway is intended to act as a launching point from which education providers working with refugee young people can deepen their understanding of this vulnerable student cohort and start to develop learning and teaching strategies. Information is provided regarding: eligibility and entitlements; the refugee experience; learning and teaching strategies; pathways and partnerships. From EdNA Online on November 1, 2004 at 5:30 a.m..
Fully On-the-Job Training: Experiences and Steps Ahead Fully on-the-job training, the majority of which is conducted in the workplace as part of the normal experience of the employee, is perceived to offer benefits to apprentices/trainees, employers and registered training organisations. This report finds fully on-the-job training is viewed by learners and registered training organisations as a good way to learn as it provides flexibility for all concerned and financial incentives to employers. With appropriate support for learners, benefits of this type of training include learning that is customised, encompasses real work experiences and is rele From EdNA Online on November 1, 2004 at 3:30 a.m..
Building sustainable adult literacy provision: A review of international trends in adult literacy policy and programs This report summaries an extensive study of adult literacy policies and practices in vocational education in six countries - Canada, New Zealand, United States, Ireland, United Kingdom and Australia. The policies and programs of the six countries were compared across policy contexts and concepts, program development and delivery, and regulatory frameworks, product development and quality assurance. Australia, compared to the other countries studied, has a strong focus on the integration of literacy with vocational education and training (VET) standards and national qualifications, and a relati From EdNA Online on November 1, 2004 at 3:30 a.m..
Immunise Australia Campaign - Information Immunisation is a simple, safe and effective way of protecting children against certain diseases. The risks of these diseases are far greater than the very small risks of immunisation. From EdNA Online on November 1, 2004 at 3:30 a.m..
World Year of Physics 2005 at University of Melbourne Activities, news and ideas for schools for celebrating 2005 as the International Year of Physics from the School of Physics at University of Melbourne. From EdNA Online on November 1, 2004 at 1:30 a.m..
Patterns of Indigenous Job Search Activity This paper provides the first ever baseline of data on the job search behaviour of Indigenous job seekers and how it compares to the job search of non-Indigenous job seekers. Clear differences in the job search behaviour between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians are apparent. Indigenous Australians rely disproportionately on friends and relatives as a source of information about jobs, although their networks tend to have fewer employed members and therefore are of less value than those of non-Indigenous job seekers. Non-Indigenous job seekers are more likely to use more proactive searc From EdNA Online on November 1, 2004 at 1:30 a.m..
Nature, Baby Tales Baby Tales demonstrates how young animals learn and develop, and examines the role of 'cuteness' in helping to forge and solidify bonds between mother and offspring. Many newborns in the animal kingdom are entirely dependent upon their mothers -- and sometimes their fathers, as well -- for survival. And, especially in the wild, nurturing and protecting the young can require enormous effort, courage, and self-sacrifice. From EdNA Online on November 1, 2004 at 1:30 a.m..
Inventory Value -- Average Cost Method This Flash tutorial will help you learn how to calculate Inventory Value using the Average Cost Method, covering concepts such as cost of goods sold and per unit cost. You can enter your own data values, and the tutorial walks you step-by-step through the solution. From MERLOT - 10 Most Recent Materials on November 1, 2004 at 1:30 a.m..
Asperger Syndrome: Australian Information Centre This online information service aims to make teachers and parents more aware of how to cope with a child diagnosed with having Asperger Syndrome. For parents there are guidelines when choosing a school, and contact information for relevant associations. From EdNA Online on October 31, 2004 at 11:30 p.m..
World Year of Physics 2005 2005 is the UN declared World Year of Physics. It is an international celebration of the 100th anniversary of Albert Einstein's articles which provided the basis of three fundamental fields in physics: the theory of relativity, quantum theory and the theory of Brownian motion. From EdNA Online on October 31, 2004 at 11:30 p.m..
Montageworld Projects Montage World Projects is a global web-based programme of curriculum projects, which encourages international communication between young people in the UK and young people in other countries. Made by teachers for teachers, it encourages global communications, creates virtual communities, provides practical and educational activities and develops research, problem solving and communication skills. MontageWorld includes a database of internet based curriculum projects from all over the world, access to a school linking database, support for creating and using internet projects, and access to Bri From EdNA Online on October 31, 2004 at 11:30 p.m..
ICT Learning Innovation Centre The ICT Learning Innovation Centre has been designed to deliver leadership in learning with information and communication technologies (ICTs) for life in a knowledge economy. The Centre is the result of a partnership between Education Queensland and the University of the Sunshine Coast to promote the innovative use of ICTs to enhance learning and will evolve to deliver quality assured services customised to attract both corporate and education clients, nationally and internationally. From EdNA Online on October 31, 2004 at 11:30 p.m..
World Year of Physics 2005 in Australia The Australian Institute of Physics exists to promote all aspects of physics to the wider community as well as providing support to physicists. AIP is preparing for a major program of celebration and outreach for the World Year of Physics 2005. From EdNA Online on October 31, 2004 at 11:30 p.m..
International Year of Microcredit 2005 The official website for the Year of Microcredit 2005 provides information on the objectives of the Year, contact information for National Committees and a calendar of national, regional and international activities. The site features interactive tools, resources on microfinance, the Year logo and guidelines, and information on how to get involved. The support of UN Agencies and donors, National Committees and microfinance partners around the world are also detailed on the site. From Recent Items on October 31, 2004 at 11:30 p.m..
Directory of Development Organizations 2004 A directory of organizations which aims to facilitate international cooperation and knowledge sharing in development work, both among NGOs, research institutions, governments and private sector organisations. The Directory is a compilation of contact data of the main sources of assistance available for private sector development and poverty reduction. A wide range of organizations is included in the Directory: international organizations, government ministries, private sector institutions, development agencies, universities, research and training institutes, NGOs/PDOs, grantmakers, banks, micr From Recent Items on October 31, 2004 at 11:30 p.m..
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