Monthly Archives: September 2010

SimHub nominated for an “Immy” — log on and vote!

The Immersive Technology group (ImTech) has just announced it’s nominations for the 2010 Immersive Technology Awards (the “Immys”) — and SimHub is a finalist in the Research and Education category. Like what we are doing? Then, log on, vote early … Continue reading

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Algebra textbook — for your iPad

HMP has announced a pilot program in CA to provide Algebra I textbooks on the iPad, and compare their use to that of students using traditional textbooks. Conducted by a third-party research firm, the pilot study for HMH Fuse: Algebra … Continue reading

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NYT Education section: Games Theory

A great themed NYT Magazine this Sunday, on using games to help folks learn: WHAT IF TEACHERS GAVE UP the vestiges of their educational past, threw away the worksheets, burned the canon and reconfigured the foundation upon which a century … Continue reading

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A middle school using games to teach

From the New York Times, a video showcasing a school that uses games to teach everything.

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Avatars learn motions to match your voice

A great clip showing some innovative development going on @ Stanford … using intonation, speed, and other characteristics of voice, this software maps typical movements to your avatar.  Check it out!

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Successful grand opening Sept. 9th!

We had a big crowd at the SimHub launch last night. WYFF 4 did a great spot on the 11 pm news. Check out their article. More photos to follow soon. Thanks to everyone that come and to the faculty … Continue reading

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Business Trends mentions SimHub in article!

We are mentioned in this article by Upstate Business Trends. Good quotes by Dr. Baus. Grand opening in a week!

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