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"Highly Recommended. This program discusses computer use
and health, showing how to avoid physical problems while using
computers." -NAMTC & NMM Review "Recommended. This program presents a helpful overview of the ill effects brought on by improper computer use and poor workplace design, and techniques to prevent injuries. It is especially recommended as an introduction for those who are unfamiliar with the harmful effects brought on by these ubiquitous machines." -EMRO Review This program educates viewers about the potential harm of using computers and other information technologies. There is a particular emphasis on the use of computer PCs and laptops, and the physical and mental stresses that can result from long periods of poor sitting posture. A "computer nerd" character, Caveboy, demonstrates how not to use computers, and how not to set up one's study area or workstation, and explores the proper use of computers with the assistance of various experts: Physiotherapist, Nigel Rose, addresses Occupational Overuse Syndrome and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome; Consultant, Mark Dohrmann, assesses the values of ergonomics; Optometrist, Jenny Maddox, discusses the typical symptoms of eye-strain; Psychologist, Les Posen, looks at problem/addiction or habit disorder through overuse of computers. Overall, we learn the physical, social and mental consequences of poor posture, injury, Internet obsession, and anti-social behavior, should not be underestimated. Produced by VEA Productions, Inc. 07DR JSCA 30 min. |
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"Highly Recommended. Viewers have the opportunity to see
first-person accounts of the comings and goings of entrepreneur/guru Steve
Krisch (Infoseek), Max Levchin (PayPal), Thierry Levy (QuizStudio.com), and
Munjal Shah (Andale.com). Each displays his unique command of computer
technology and it's environs." -Library Journal A rare chance to see what's going on behind the scenes in Palo Alto, Mountain View and San Jose in the Silicon Valley, California. Here we see how young, bright, industrious and competitive computer gurus get it done in this modern day promised land. Their objective is the creation of universally used technologies that present an interesting commercial twist. We meet Mark Levchin, the founder of Paypal, a company dealing with the security of Internet payments; also Steve Kirsch, who developed the search engine, Infoseek, and today can afford to allocate a yearly $75 million to charities. Produced by TSI, Inc. 07DR JSCA 45 min. |
| This program takes viewers to where information technology meets everyday life, offering six self-contained stories within three specific themes: Chapter 1) Power and Privacy, includes "Privacy Threat" and "Power to the People," which looks at Data Mining, SPAM, Cookies, and Identity Theft; Chapter 2) Control and Security, includes "Security Gets Smarter" and "Copyright," which looks at code-makers, code-breakers or 'hackers,' Linux (open access code) and Watermarking; Chapter 3) Trust and Accuracy, includes "In Search of Truth" and "Accuracy Counts, " which looks at Freedom of Information and Safety-Critical software. The program concludes with a comprehensive six-point guide to ethical decision-making. VEA Productions, Inc. 07DR JSCA 30 min. |
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"Highly Recommended. Manages to convey a great deal of
information in a straightforward fashion. A unique resource for
understanding copyright." -College & University Media Review Today, with the Internet and multimedia developing so rapidly, everyone involved in the utilization of these technologies needs to know exactly what is legal in the area of copyright. On such matters, expert legal advice is necessary and invaluable. In this program, attorney Arnold Lutzker, a copyright expert and author of Copyrights and Trademarks for Media Professionals, answers the most frequently asked questions about copyright, multimedia and fair use put to him by educators, administrators, librarians and parents from across the United States. Produced by Chip Taylor. 08DR JSCA 35 min. Associated Series: The Copyright Compliance Series |
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"Recommended, Stimulates discussion and highlights the
use of technology for research, information and pleasure." -CA ITC This program offers three how-to segments that feature experienced educators who guide viewers on how to make the most of using the World Wide Web when surfing the Internet. Part 1: Finding Resources Using the World Wide Web (cc) - Laurie Quinlan offers viewers extremely helpful suggestions on pinpointing the resources they want using popular browsers, such as Netscape and Explorer. Closed-Captioned. Part 2: A Framework for Evaluating Resources on the WWW (cc) - Laurie Quinlan presents a framework to make searching the Web more efficient. Users learn how to utilize this basic framework in order to assess information found on the Web and to get the most out of their Internet use. Closed-Captioned. Part 3: The Who, What, Where and How of the WWW - Karen Appleton presents her outline on who uses the World Wide Web, what one should know about using it, and how and why to make good use of it. Produced by Chip Taylor. 08DR/CL JSCA 40 min. |
| Dr. Jamie McKenzie addresses new technology challenges and suggests an appropriate strategy for making best use of computers, the Internet, and traditional educational media in the schools. Produced by Network 609. 08DR CA 30 min. |
| This program presents experienced educators who address two important topics regarding technology and educators. Part 1: The Impact of Technology on Education - Today there is concern about the impact of technology on education and this program addresses that issue by presenting leaders in education and politics who promote the successful utilization and integration of technology. Part 2: Managing Educational Technology: Introducing Quality - Educator, administrator and author, Mark Richie, translates what is commonly known as the W. Edwards Deming's approach to Total Quality Management into the world of computer labs, media libraries, distance learning and technology repair services. Produced by Chip Taylor. 08DR/CL CA 40 min. |
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"Even with today's advanced software programs, it is
helpful to understand the basics of HTML." -Ed. Media Review Educator Laurie Quinlan guides viewers step-by-step to help them build their own home page using HTML. Part 1. Introduction to Home Pages and HTML- Laurie makes the "learning curve" of building a home page easy. Here she introduces viewers to the lines of HTML code needed to build and to add a picture to their home page. Part 2. Customizing Your Home Page - Laurie addresses concerns about possible shortcomings of the web; then continues the process of building a web page by showing how to customize pages by adding additional graphics and important links. Produced by Chip Taylor. 08DR/CL JSCA 2 Parts on 1/40 min. |