Space, the universe and that lies beyond interest us all to some degree or another. Given the opportunity, I think we’d all be on the next shuttle to the International Space Station because it’s new and it interests us as human beings.
Kids are especially enthralled by the wonders of space. I suppose we all go through that ‘I wanna be an astronaut’ phase. Well Slooh is a great product that lets you take control of high powered telescopes around Europe to have a look into space.
Basically, it works on the same principal as controlling public access CCTV cameras. You can move them around and zoom in and out.
It costs just $19.95 and it’s available here. You also get a book that you can record your finding in and that has activities for the kids. Slooh will definitely have the whole family gathered around the PC saying “left! Left! …no, back a bit!”
Remember the days of sitting in a classroom or auditorium listening to long drawn out lectures on topics that you just did not care for. College requirements dictated that you sit in this class and pass before you “pass GO and collect $200.”
Now with Lectr, you have the ability to find the topics you like, and listen some some of the world’s best recorded lectures on any topic. These degreed professionals were recorded and now the community benefits by having their lectures shared with the entire online community.
Topics range from Physics, Chemistry, Math, Biology, and Criminal Justice. These recordings come from some of the most prestigious colleges and universites from around the globe, all at your fingertips.
Give it a try, get your education on, and learn something!
Korean backed company, Brightstorm, is making headlines by going live for the public. With $6 million invested, Brightstorm looks to offer students of all ages an opportunity to receive online tutoring through a series of web videos based on the subject. There are currently 20 instructors on the site offering assistance with a variety of courses including History, Government, Math, and SAT prep. I’m sure the site will expand its offerings and possibly increase the number of instructors as the site grows.
Now there is a price involved. For $50 a course, the videos are made available for you to watch, ranging from 10-20 min. in length depending on the subject matter. Students and parents are able to watch samples in order to decide whether they enjoy the instructor or not, and obviously to decide whether the quality and value is worth the money. The video courses will also offer pop-quizzes, interactive challenges, and other dynamics to keep the student aware and involved as much as possible.
I commend the efforts of Brightstorm, and while they may not be the only fish in the sea in terms of online tutoring sites, they appear to be the best organized. Can a student learn better from an online video tutor as opposed to an in person tutor? That will remain to be seen.
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