Education News - 27 Apr 2008

Hundreds of walkers laced up their shoes and hit the pavement for the 2008 March of Dimes March for Babies Saturday morning. The event took place at locations across the country, but in Tampa, the walk started around 8 a.m. at the University of Tampa. />Source: www.myfoxtampabay.com

Only one attack, in the South Pacific, was fatal, according to the University of Florida. The university's International Shark Attack File has counted an average of 4.1 people killed by sharks annually worldwide in the past seven years.
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

Three Washington state residents have admitted to selling thousands of bogus academic degrees through scores of phony online universities.
Source: blogs.edweek.org

Education News - 26 Apr 2008

SATURDAY, April 26 (HealthDay News) -- Shiny lip balms and glosses may attract ultraviolet rays and increase the risk of skin cancer, warns a dermatologist at Baylor University...
Source: www.kold.com

Three Washington state residents have admitted to selling thousands of bogus academic degrees through scores of phony online universities.
Source: blogs.edweek.org

Shaken by scandals involving the black-market sale of body parts, University of California officials are considering inserting supermarket-style barcodes or radio frequency devices ...
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

Celebrating Your Scholarship, 4/28 (from University Writing 1301)

The Oral Presentations of your Inquiry Projects begin Monday, 4/28, and continue through 5/7 (see the instruction sheet distributed in class last week). Plan to speak for eight minutes explaining to us what you have discovered and learned about this historical event. Using a visual aid is optional (not required). Video clips or film excerpts should be kept to two minutes, maximum, within the total 8-minute presentation. Monday's 10:10 presenters: Katie, Sofia, Matthew, Colin, Tou
Monday's 11:15 presenters: Kathryn, Adam, Tony, Toe, Andy
Monday's 1:25 ...(Via blog.lib.umn.edu)

Using Wikis in Education

According to Wikipedia, a wiki is: "software that allows registered users or anyone to collaboratively create, edit, link, and organize the content of a website, usually for reference material." Many online teachers have found that wikis are an excellent tool for connecting students and distributing information. In fact, a new no-cost wiki ebook shares several success stories about wikis used in education.

Here's what's in the book:

"This book is a deep extension of the focus and content on my blog, Using Wiki in Education It contains 10 case studies written by teachers that describe how they're using the wiki to transform courses and engage today's students in a range of environments including high school, small college, major research university, online/distance learning and research lab. It is the first book to focus specifically on the wiki in education and be developed and published using a wiki, so it actively demonstrates the tool in action."

If you're an online teacher or even a student interested in classroom wikis, it's worth a look.

See full article.

Related Entries:

Teaching and Learning Online with Wikis - 16 December 2004

Department of Education Says: Increase Online Courses - 30 June 2006

Students Lose Money In Online Education Scam - 31 July 2006

25 Wikipedia Alternatives for Online Students - 21 February 2008

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Using Wikis in Education

According to Wikipedia, a wiki is: "software that allows registered users or anyone to collaboratively create, edit, link, and organize the content of a website, usually for reference material." Many online teachers have found that wikis are an excellent tool for connecting students and distributing information. In fact, a new no-cost wiki ebook shares several success stories about wikis used in education.

Here's what's in the book:

"This book is a deep extension of the focus and content on my blog, Using Wiki in Education It contains 10 case studies written by teachers that describe how they're using the wiki to transform courses and engage today's students in a range of environments including high school, small college, major research university, online/distance learning and research lab. It is the first book to focus specifically on the wiki in education and be developed and published using a wiki, so it actively demonstrates the tool in action."

If you're an online teacher or even a student interested in classroom wikis, it's worth a look.

See full article.

Related Entries:

Teaching and Learning Online with Wikis - 16 December 2004

Department of Education Says: Increase Online Courses - 30 June 2006

Students Lose Money In Online Education Scam - 31 July 2006

25 Wikipedia Alternatives for Online Students - 21 February 2008

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Actor Robert Powell to attend Two Cities Boat Race

Jesus of Nazareth and Holby City star Robert Powell will return to his birthplace on Saturday 10 May as a VIP guest at the 37th Two Cities Boat Race - the annual Salford v Manchester University rowing contest.

The distinguished Salford-born actor has supported the boat race over the past couple of years, and the involvement of official charity SPARKS, of which he is vice-president.

Robert said: "I'm looking forward to attending the big race on the day itself this year, but I'm keeping it secret which of my home city universities I'll be cheering for. Let's just say that I hope the best crew on the day pull it off, and that there's a huge crowd to enjoy the fun and raise as much money as possible for SPARKS' medical research mission.

"I'm also delighted that the very important research project into pre-eclampisa that SPARKS is funding in Manchester is making significant progress."

The Two Cities Boat Race will see both university rowing clubs going head to head along the River Irwell on Saturday 10 May 2008 - with thousands of spectators lining the banks of Salford Quays to watch the fiercely contested races.

An honorary graduate of the University of Salford and graduate of Manchester, Robert Powell also spoke of his pleasure at supporting both institutions, as well as the official charity. He said: "I have close links with both universities and SPARKS is a charity that is extremely important to me. The money raised will make an invaluable contribution to medical research, helping to give children the best start in life. I am delighted to be a part of this fantastic event."

Admission to the Two Cities Boat Race is free.

Ends

Notes to Editors

For more information on the event go to www.twocitiesboatrace.co.uk

For information on SPARKS go to www.sparks.org.uk

This year's boat race is sponsored by Sports Tours International www.sportstoursinternational.co.uk/

For further information or photographs contact:

Jamie Brown
Communications Officer
The University of Salford
Room 113, Faraday House
Salford, Greater Manchester
M5 4WT, UK

T +44 (0)161 295 5361
j.brown@salford.ac.uk

 

Source: www.salford.ac.uk

Critic out of jail and speaking at Salford University

Peter Tatchell, the human rights activist who was arrested after ambushing the Olympic torch parade in London this month, is speaking about human rights law at Salford University on Wednesday 23 April starting at 6.00pm.

Peter, who once attempted a citizen's arrest on Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe on charges of torture, will argue that existing international laws are not readily enforced, and fail to deter tyrannical leaders in countries such as Zimbabwe and China.

Peter said: "By ambushing the Olympic torch parade I wanted to highlight both China's reputation in Tibet and the thousands of political prisoners held in Chinese jails. The human rights abuses in countries like Iraq, Zimbabwe, Tibet, China, Iran and Darfur are going unpunished. This gives a green light to tyrants everywhere."

Peter has campaigned for over 40 years on issues of democracy, civil liberties, peace and global justice. He was listed as one of the top 50 'Good' people in Britain in 2006 by The Independent and voted as the sixth greatest 'Hero of our Time' by readers of the New Statesmen in the same year.

He continued: "The main abusers of human rights are heads of state that have been granted sovereign immunity from prosecution. This immunity must be removed if human rights law is to act as a deterrent against such violations and if tyrants like President Mugabe are to be brought to justice.

"One of the great challenges of the 21st century is to secure universal enforcement of the already existing body of international human rights law. What we really need now is a new comprehensive UN human rights convention."

Ends

Notes to Editors

The Peter Tatchell Lecture
'International Human Rights: Using the law to secure justice'
Wednesday 23 April 2008, 6-7pm, University of Salford />Mary Seacole Lecture Theatre, Frederick Road, Salford, M6 6PU
http://www.salford.ac.uk/travel/maps/campus_map.pdf

The lecture is free to attend. Please email Humanrights-Espach@salford.ac.uk
Or leave a message at 0161 295 6794
More info at www.espach.salford.ac.uk/sociology/humanrights/seminars.php

For further information or photographs contact:
Leila Hogarth/Jamie Brown / Rachel Conway
Press and PR
The University of Salford
Room 113, Faraday House
Salford, Greater Manchester
M5 4WT, UK
T +44 (0)161 295 5370
l.hogarth@salford.ac.uk

(Via www.salford.ac.uk)

Bruininks talks light rail, politics (from Light Rail)

The Daily sat down with University President Bob Bruininks on Monday at Morrill Hall, where the president talked about the end of the state legislative session, the Olympics controversy and his summer plans. From the Minnesota Daily, April 25, 2008 ...
Source: blog.lib.umn.edu

Bruininks talks light rail, politics (from Light Rail)

The Daily sat down with University President Bob Bruininks on Monday at Morrill Hall, where the president talked about the end of the state legislative session, the Olympics controversy and his summer plans. From the Minnesota Daily, April 25, 2008 ...
Source: blog.lib.umn.edu

"Ambitious aspiration to be one of the third best public research universities in the world [sic]" (from The Periodic Table, Too)

And the consequences are: a) See our new power couple
b) See below From the Daily: Research becoming priority for higher salary By Emma Carew Aassociate professor of piano Paul Shaw recently learned, much to his surprise, that his salary is much lower than the average of others at his rank. "I always thought that my salary was on the low end," Shaw said. "But I didn't know it was that low." Shaw said although he is in a tenured ...
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"Ambitious aspiration to be one of the third best public research universities in the world [sic]" (from The Periodic Table, Too)

And the consequences are: a) See our new power couple
b) See below From the Daily: Research becoming priority for higher salary By Emma Carew Aassociate professor of piano Paul Shaw recently learned, much to his surprise, that his salary is much lower than the average of others at his rank. "I always thought that my salary was on the low end," Shaw said. "But I didn't know it was that low." Shaw said although he is in a tenured ...
Link - blog.lib.umn.edu

Education News - 25 Apr 2008

Washington, Apr 25 : Recent studies at University of Washington (UW) have suggested that specialized types of white blood cells, a category called regulatory T cells might put a halt to the body's autoimmune response, a cellular self-attack, by directing first responders to the site of viral infection.
Source: www.newkerala.com

NEW YORK - Consumer confidence fell for a third straight month in April, hitting its weakest in more than a quarter century on heightened worries over inflation and the sagging housing market, a survey showed on Friday. The Reuters/University of ...
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

Three Washington state residents have admitted to selling thousands of bogus academic degrees through scores of phony online universities.
Source: blogs.edweek.org

Education News - 25 Apr 2008

Washington, Apr 25 : Recent studies at University of Washington (UW) have suggested that specialized types of white blood cells, a category called regulatory T cells might put a halt to the body's autoimmune response, a cellular self-attack, by directing first responders to the site of viral infection.
Source: www.newkerala.com

NEW YORK - Consumer confidence fell for a third straight month in April, hitting its weakest in more than a quarter century on heightened worries over inflation and the sagging housing market, a survey showed on Friday. The Reuters/University of ...
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

A project at Stanford University works with local communities to collect data from multiple child-serving agencies to inform policy and program decisions.
Source: blogs.edweek.org

Education News - 25 Apr 2008

The day has finally come that we leave for New York City to document Pope Benedict’s trip to America. Myself and six other classmates from Duquesne University boarded the Amtrak train at 6:45 a.m. Thursday with great anticipation for what the trip will bring.
Source: www.timesonline.com

He had been shot in the mouth and was taken to Creighton University Medical Center; police identified him as 14-year-old Taylor Borgeson. Tierney said the teen's injuries suggest he was struck by a discharged round that was falling.
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

Three Washington state residents have admitted to selling thousands of bogus academic degrees through scores of phony online universities.
Source: blogs.edweek.org

Education News - 25 Apr 2008

The day has finally come that we leave for New York City to document Pope Benedict’s trip to America. Myself and six other classmates from Duquesne University boarded the Amtrak train at 6:45 a.m. Thursday with great anticipation for what the trip will bring.
Source: www.timesonline.com

He had been shot in the mouth and was taken to Creighton University Medical Center; police identified him as 14-year-old Taylor Borgeson. Tierney said the teen's injuries suggest he was struck by a discharged round that was falling.
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

Three Washington state residents have admitted to selling thousands of bogus academic degrees through scores of phony online universities.
Source: blogs.edweek.org

Actor Robert Powell to attend Two Cities Boat Race

Jesus of Nazareth and Holby City star Robert Powell will return to his birthplace on Saturday 10 May as a VIP guest at the 37th Two Cities Boat Race - the annual Salford v Manchester University rowing contest.

The distinguished Salford-born actor has supported the boat race over the past couple of years, and the involvement of official charity SPARKS, of which he is vice-president.

Robert said: "I'm looking forward to attending the big race on the day itself this year, but I'm keeping it secret which of my home city universities I'll be cheering for. Let's just say that I hope the best crew on the day pull it off, and that there's a huge crowd to enjoy the fun and raise as much money as possible for SPARKS' medical research mission.

"I'm also delighted that the very important research project into pre-eclampisa that SPARKS is funding in Manchester is making significant progress."

The Two Cities Boat Race will see both university rowing clubs going head to head along the River Irwell on Saturday 10 May 2008 - with thousands of spectators lining the banks of Salford Quays to watch the fiercely contested races.

An honorary graduate of the University of Salford and graduate of Manchester, Robert Powell also spoke of his pleasure at supporting both institutions, as well as the official charity. He said: "I have close links with both universities and SPARKS is a charity that is extremely important to me. The money raised will make an invaluable contribution to medical research, helping to give children the best start in life. I am delighted to be a part of this fantastic event."

Admission to the Two Cities Boat Race is free.

Ends

Notes to Editors

For more information on the event go to www.twocitiesboatrace.co.uk

For information on SPARKS go to www.sparks.org.uk

This year's boat race is sponsored by Sports Tours International www.sportstoursinternational.co.uk/

For further information or photographs contact:

Jamie Brown
Communications Officer
The University of Salford
Room 113, Faraday House
Salford, Greater Manchester
M5 4WT, UK

T +44 (0)161 295 5361
j.brown@salford.ac.uk

 

(Via www.salford.ac.uk)

Education News - 24 Apr 2008

WUXI, China , April 24 /PRNewswire/ -- At an awards ceremony held this week, Xilinx, Inc. (Nasdaq: XLNX ) announced the winners of its inaugural Open Source Hardware Innovation Contest, launched in June 2007 for engineering students at Chinese universities.
Source: www.examiner.com

Simon, a bioethicist at Columbia University, wrote recently in a medical ethics journal. "He understands that he will likely die within hours after the device is turned off, but he no longer wishes to live in his current state.
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

A project at Stanford University works with local communities to collect data from multiple child-serving agencies to inform policy and program decisions.
Source: blogs.edweek.org

Education News - 24 Apr 2008

WUXI, China , April 24 /PRNewswire/ -- At an awards ceremony held this week, Xilinx, Inc. (Nasdaq: XLNX ) announced the winners of its inaugural Open Source Hardware Innovation Contest, launched in June 2007 for engineering students at Chinese universities.
Source: www.examiner.com

Simon, a bioethicist at Columbia University, wrote recently in a medical ethics journal. "He understands that he will likely die within hours after the device is turned off, but he no longer wishes to live in his current state.
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

A project at Stanford University works with local communities to collect data from multiple child-serving agencies to inform policy and program decisions.
Source: blogs.edweek.org

Education News - 24 Apr 2008

FLORESVILLE — Ryann Reyes, a senior at Floresville High School, is adding his name to the list of top athletes preparing to play football for the University of the Incarnate Word.
Source: www.wilsoncountynews.com

And by age 14, Sabur was earning a bachelor’s of science degree in applied mathematics summa cum laude from Stony Brook University — the youngest female in U.S. history to do so.
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

A project at Stanford University works with local communities to collect data from multiple child-serving agencies to inform policy and program decisions.
Source: blogs.edweek.org

Education News - 23 Apr 2008

And by age 14, Sabur was earning a bachelor’s of science degree in applied mathematics summa cum laude from Stony Brook University — the youngest female in U.S. history to do so.
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

A project at Stanford University works with local communities to collect data from multiple child-serving agencies to inform policy and program decisions.
Source: blogs.edweek.org

University Theatre Opera announces its 2008/2009 Season (from School of Music News)

The University Opera Theatre will present The Rape of Lucretia, by Benjamin Britten in the fall of 2008 and Jenufa, by Leoš Janacek (in English) in the spring. Auditions for both operas are scheduled for Friday, April 25 from 7-10 pm and on Saturday, April 26th from 10:30 am-1:30 pm in Room 99. Contact David Walsh for more details. ...
Link - blog.lib.umn.edu

Using Wikis in Education

According to Wikipedia, a wiki is: "software that allows registered users or anyone to collaboratively create, edit, link, and organize the content of a website, usually for reference material." Many online teachers have found that wikis are an excellent tool for connecting students and distributing information. In fact, a new no-cost wiki ebook shares several success stories about wikis used in education.

Here's what's in the book:

"This book is a deep extension of the focus and content on my blog, Using Wiki in Education It contains 10 case studies written by teachers that describe how they're using the wiki to transform courses and engage today's students in a range of environments including high school, small college, major research university, online/distance learning and research lab. It is the first book to focus specifically on the wiki in education and be developed and published using a wiki, so it actively demonstrates the tool in action."

If you're an online teacher or even a student interested in classroom wikis, it's worth a look.

See full article.

Related Entries:

Teaching and Learning Online with Wikis - 16 December 2004

Department of Education Says: Increase Online Courses - 30 June 2006

Students Lose Money In Online Education Scam - 31 July 2006

25 Wikipedia Alternatives for Online Students - 21 February 2008

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Students and faculty make use of the University of Chicago’s Darfur Action and Education Fund

When the Darfur Action and Education Fund was established last year at the University of Chicago, administrators asked for boldness and creativity in the proposals—and that is exactly what they got. “Members of the Committee for the Darfur Action and Educati ...
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Students and faculty make use of the University of Chicago’s Darfur Action and Education Fund

When the Darfur Action and Education Fund was established last year at the University of Chicago, administrators asked for boldness and creativity in the proposals—and that is exactly what they got. “Members of the Committee for the Darfur Action and Educati ...
Link - news.uchicago.edu

UNI hands out awards at annual banquet (from NCAA Wrestling Tournament College Wrestling Rankings Videos News Results)

The University of Northern Iowa wrestling team wrapped up the 2007-08 season with its annual awards banquet on Sat., April 19, in the McLeod Center’s Alumni Suite. UNI finished the season with a dual mark of 7-5-1 and qualified nine wrestlers for the NCAA Championships. The Panthers also captured the Western Wrestling Conference dual and tournament championships. UNI was a perfect 4-0 in league dual action for the second consecutive season. The Panthers then finished off the WWC season by winning the NCAA ...
Link - blog.lib.umn.edu

Critic out of jail and speaking at Salford University

Peter Tatchell, the human rights activist who was arrested after ambushing the Olympic torch parade in London this month, is speaking about human rights law at Salford University on Wednesday 23 April starting at 6.00pm.

Peter, who once attempted a citizen's arrest on Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe on charges of torture, will argue that existing international laws are not readily enforced, and fail to deter tyrannical leaders in countries such as Zimbabwe and China.

Peter said: "By ambushing the Olympic torch parade I wanted to highlight both China's reputation in Tibet and the thousands of political prisoners held in Chinese jails. The human rights abuses in countries like Iraq, Zimbabwe, Tibet, China, Iran and Darfur are going unpunished. This gives a green light to tyrants everywhere."

Peter has campaigned for over 40 years on issues of democracy, civil liberties, peace and global justice. He was listed as one of the top 50 'Good' people in Britain in 2006 by The Independent and voted as the sixth greatest 'Hero of our Time' by readers of the New Statesmen in the same year.

He continued: "The main abusers of human rights are heads of state that have been granted sovereign immunity from prosecution. This immunity must be removed if human rights law is to act as a deterrent against such violations and if tyrants like President Mugabe are to be brought to justice.

"One of the great challenges of the 21st century is to secure universal enforcement of the already existing body of international human rights law. What we really need now is a new comprehensive UN human rights convention."

You are invited to interview/photograph Peter Tatchell at 5.15pm on Wednesday 23 April.

Ends

Notes to Editors
The Peter Tatchell Lecture
'International Human Rights: Using the law to secure justice'
Wednesday 23 April 2008, 6-7pm, University of Salford />Mary Seacole Lecture Theatre, Frederick Road, Salford, M6 6PU
http://www.salford.ac.uk/travel/maps/campus_map.pdf

The lecture is free to attend. Please email Humanright-Espach@salford.ac.uk
Or leave a message at 0161 295 6794
More info at www.espach.salford.ac.uk/sociology/humanrights/seminars.php

For further information or photographs contact:
Leila Hogarth/Jamie Brown / Rachel Conway
Press and PR
The University of Salford
Room 113, Faraday House
Salford, Greater Manchester
M5 4WT, UK
T +44 (0)161 295 5370
l.hogarth@salford.ac.uk

Link - www.salford.ac.uk

Education News - 21 Apr 2008

Washington State University is offering people who want to enter the booming organic foods industry the nation's first online certificate in organic agriculture, the school said Monday.
Source: seattletimes.nwsource.com

Victoria Vetter, a pediatric cardiologist at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and head of the committee making the recommendation.
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

Team behind Footballers' Wives are to set up the first university course in fiction writing for TV
Source: education.guardian.co.uk

Three Washington state residents have admitted to selling thousands of bogus academic degrees through scores of phony online universities.
Source: blogs.edweek.org

Education News - 21 Apr 2008

CORVALLIS — Some 1,500 students attending Oregon State University will be able to do so free of tuition and fees starting in the fall.
Source: www.democratherald.com

No one has a definitive explanation for the technological attraction, though Justine Cassell, director of Northwestern University’s Center for Technology & Social Behavior , suggested that a virtual reality program’s infinite patience certainly ...
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

Team behind Footballers' Wives are to set up the first university course in fiction writing for TV
Source: education.guardian.co.uk

Pope Benedict XVI praised the U.S. Catholic community for developing a "remarkable network of parochial schools" while urging steps to ensure their long-term sustainability, during an address at the Catholic University of America in Washington yesterday.
Source: blogs.edweek.org

Education News - 21 Apr 2008

A $2 million bequest from alumnus G. Richard “Dick” Johnson of Urbana, Ill. will create the Wilbert A. Russell Endowed Department Chair in Agronomy in Iowa State University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
Source: www.desmoinesregister.com

No one has a definitive explanation for the technological attraction, though Justine Cassell, director of Northwestern University’s Center for Technology & Social Behavior , suggested that a virtual reality program’s infinite patience certainly ...
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

Team behind Footballers' Wives are to set up the first university course in fiction writing for TV
Source: education.guardian.co.uk

Three Washington state residents have admitted to selling thousands of bogus academic degrees through scores of phony online universities.
Source: blogs.edweek.org

Sports travel leader backs University Boat Race

Sportstours International, one of the UK`s leading specialist sports travel companies, have agreed a sponsorship deal with the 2008 Two Cities Boat Race.

The Universities of Manchester and Salford will go head to head in the 37th Two Cities Boat Race on Saturday 10 May at Salford Quays. The crews from the two universities will compete along the traditional River Irwell course, which starts at Sam Platts Pub and finishes at the Lowry Bridge. Every year thousands of spectators line the banks of Salford Quays to watch the fiercely contested spectacle.

Commenting on the recent deal, Sportstours International Chief Executive Chris Bird said: "We are delighted to be part of another great regional sporting event. The Two Cities Boat Race attracts hundreds of spectators every year, and we want to be part of its development!"

Salford University's Head of Development, Michelle Bryant commented: "We are thrilled that Sportstours International has joined forces with the Two Cities Boat Race to help make it even bigger and better this year. The event is fast becoming one of the highlights of the region's sporting calendar, and we look forward to working with our new partner to make the day a great success."

Chris added: "As a Manchester based tour operator, it is important that we support local sporting initiatives alongside the major international events that we take over 20,000 participants and spectators to each year."

More than a thrilling sporting event, the Two Cities Boat Race is a social highlight: As well as the universities' boat race, spectators are treated to the spectacle of dragon boat racing and a festive atmosphere along the Quayside, with food, drink and live entertainment all day long.

Ends

Notes to editors

Sportstours International has a rich heritage in sports travel spanning over 25 years, specialising in running cycling triathlons and golf. Sportstours are also the exclusive partner for the world's leading warm weather training resort, Club La Santa in Lanzarote.

For further information about Sportstours International please visit www.sportstoursinternational.co.uk

For further information about the Two Cities Boat Race please visit www.twocitiesboatrace.co.uk

Link - www.salford.ac.uk

China critic out of jail and speaking at Salford University

Peter Tatchell, the human rights activist who was arrested after ambushing the Olympic torch parade in London this month, is speaking about human rights law at Salford University on Wednesday 23 April starting at 6.00pm.

Peter, who once attempted a citizen's arrest on Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe on charges of torture, will argue that existing international laws are not readily enforced, and fail to deter tyrannical leaders in countries such as Zimbabwe and China.

Peter said: "By ambushing the Olympic torch parade I wanted to highlight both China's reputation in Tibet and the thousands of political prisoners held in Chinese jails. The human rights abuses in countries like Iraq, Zimbabwe, Tibet, China, Iran and Darfur are going unpunished. This gives a green light to tyrants everywhere."

Peter has campaigned for over 40 years on issues of democracy, civil liberties, peace and global justice. He was listed as one of the top 50 'Good' people in Britain in 2006 by The Independent and voted as the sixth greatest 'Hero of our Time' by readers of the New Statesmen in the same year.

He continued: "The main abusers of human rights are heads of state that have been granted sovereign immunity from prosecution. This immunity must be removed if human rights law is to act as a deterrent against such violations and if tyrants like President Mugabe are to be brought to justice.

"One of the great challenges of the 21st century is to secure universal enforcement of the already existing body of international human rights law. What we really need now is a new comprehensive UN human rights convention."

You are invited to interview/photograph Peter Tatchell at 5.15pm on Wednesday 23 April.

Ends

Notes to Editors
The Peter Tatchell Lecture
'International Human Rights: Using the law to secure justice'
Wednesday 23 April 2008, 6-7pm, University of Salford />Mary Seacole Lecture Theatre, Frederick Road, Salford, M6 6PU
http://www.salford.ac.uk/travel/maps/campus_map.pdf

The lecture is free to attend. Please email Humanright-Espach@salford.ac.uk
Or leave a message at 0161 295 6794
More info at www.espach.salford.ac.uk/sociology/humanrights/seminars.php

For further information or photographs contact:
Leila Hogarth/Jamie Brown / Rachel Conway
Press and PR
The University of Salford
Room 113, Faraday House
Salford, Greater Manchester
M5 4WT, UK
T +44 (0)161 295 5370
l.hogarth@salford.ac.uk

Link - www.salford.ac.uk

Using Wikis in Education

According to Wikipedia, a wiki is: "software that allows registered users or anyone to collaboratively create, edit, link, and organize the content of a website, usually for reference material." Many online teachers have found that wikis are an excellent tool for connecting students and distributing information. In fact, a new no-cost wiki ebook shares several success stories about wikis used in education.

Here's what's in the book:

"This book is a deep extension of the focus and content on my blog, Using Wiki in Education It contains 10 case studies written by teachers that describe how they're using the wiki to transform courses and engage today's students in a range of environments including high school, small college, major research university, online/distance learning and research lab. It is the first book to focus specifically on the wiki in education and be developed and published using a wiki, so it actively demonstrates the tool in action."

If you're an online teacher or even a student interested in classroom wikis, it's worth a look.

See full article.

Related Entries:

Teaching and Learning Online with Wikis - 16 December 2004

Department of Education Says: Increase Online Courses - 30 June 2006

Students Lose Money In Online Education Scam - 31 July 2006

25 Wikipedia Alternatives for Online Students - 21 February 2008

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Stanford University's Online High School

A surprising number of brick-and-mortar universities are creating online high school programs. One of the most impressive is Stanford University's Education Program for Gifted Youth (EPGY).

EPGY Online High School is designed for exceptionally gifted students. The program can be completed in just three years and requires students to take three writing-intensive core classes as well as several advanced placement (AP) courses.

It seems like an amazing program - but, it comes with a hefty price tag and admissions standards to match. Full time students pay a whopping $13,000 for tuition every year. And, the application packet is an intimidating 23-pages long. Admissions and tuition resemble what you'd expect when applying to an ivy league college, not an online high school.

Is it worth it? My full EPGY Online High School profile can help you decide.

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