Author Archives: kristiel

What is 3D Printing & How Does It Work?

Posted on May 17, 2013 by kristiel

Simply defined 3D printing is the process of creating a three dimensional solid object from a digital model. Basically, its the same concept of printing as when you print word documents off your computer. The difference is that instead of … Continue reading →

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Taking Virtual Reality Gaming to the Next Level: Oculus

Posted on May 14, 2013 by kristiel

The Rise of Virtual Reality Gaming Virtual reality gaming if it lives up to what is planned will be playing your game, scratch that, IMMERSING yourself in the realistic simulation of the games reality.  As Palmer Lucky, Founder of Oculus, … Continue reading →

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What is Gamification?

Posted on May 9, 2013 by kristiel

Gamification design, as loosely defined by Wikipedia, is the use of game thinking and game mechanics in a non-game context in order to engage users and solve problems. In a nutshell, it is the application of game design methodology in disciplines outside … Continue reading →

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Improve Your Video Editing with Magic Bullet Looks

Posted on May 3, 2013 by kristiel

You work hard to create your story. Yet, sometimes you need a little extra to take your project to the next level. Your video editing software can do a lot but sometimes there are coloring or other issues that it … Continue reading →

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Empowering STEM Teaching for Inspiration & Success

Posted on April 30, 2013 by kristiel

Improving STEM Teaching If we want to succeed in our efforts to create a more competitive workforce, STEM teaching is a pillar of our success. Google has recently announced its support for the national STEM Teacher Corps. With the rise in importance … Continue reading →

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Inside the Virtual Robotics Challenge OTSC 2013

Posted on April 26, 2013 by kristiel

Engaging Students in Robotics via Competition Excitement is quickly building for the upcoming Fourth Annual Virtual Robotics Challenge sponsored by Studica. This event will be held at the 2013 Ontario Technological Skills Competition in Waterloo, Ontario. It takes place Monday, … Continue reading →

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How to Secure Grants for Education

Posted on April 24, 2013 by kristiel

The Educator’s Dilemma: Securing Grants for Education to Get Funding for your Students As you well know, we are currently in a period of major education changes. Teachers and administrators are deeply concerned with finding ways to address the new … Continue reading →

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Tips to Save Money Before You Graduate

Posted on April 18, 2013 by kristiel

Class of 2013,  there are lots of ways you can save money – before and after you graduate. Some of these you've heard before but there things you should do before you graduate to maximize you savings.   Before You … Continue reading →

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Top 50 Game Design Schools

Posted on April 15, 2013 by kristiel

Video Game Design is a major, rapidly growing industry. The game design industry actually exceeds Hollywood and the film industry in terms of job openings and revenue. As of 2009, the entertainment software industry employed over 250,000 people. That is … Continue reading →

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Pro Tools 11 – Big Improvements from Avid

Posted on April 10, 2013 by kristiel

Pro Tools 11 – Amazing Music Creation Software Big news for Avid fans – the upcoming release of Pro Tools 11 is designed to make this popular, digital audio workstation even more robust and powerful. You will be able to … Continue reading →

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