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Specialized Software
Multimedia & CD-Rom
Computer-Assisted Instruction (CAI)
Internet (WWW)
Local Area Networks (LAN)
Computers & Satellites |
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Commercial & Shareware – improve classroom instruction
Track grading, student athletic performance, & fitness
Conduct Health Risk Assessments (HRA)
Provide simulations of disease
Monitor research projects |
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Encyclopedias & reference books
Replaced by CDs
Pictures, sound, video, text
Example: JMU Anatomy TV program |
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| Computer-Assisted Instruction (CAI) |
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Used as an alternative to the classroom
Online instruction
Students stay actively involved
Provides unlimited practice, review, and remediation
Meets a variety of student needs |
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From the convenience of the classroom a student or teacher can log into a variety of sites throughout the world
A number of WWW sites relate to sports, fitness, health, and recreation
Broad spectrum of health-related resources from government and private sources |
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| Local Area Networks (LAN) |
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Computers are linked together
Allows for a paperless classroom
Faster and more productive
Blackboard
Webmail |
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Provides a dimension for distance education
Schools, businesses, individuals
All linked together from any distance |
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| Seniors, Technology, & Health Pros |
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Aids to help stay informed
Expand professional skills
Share health care information with others |
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| Seniors, Technology, & Health Cons |
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Discouragement due to lack of technical know-how
Devices and web sites do not change to the needs of the older population |
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| Technology can aid to independent living |
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High-tech robots and gadgets
Can improve the quality of life and longevity |
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| Youth, Technology, & Health |
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Increase awareness
Increase available resources |
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Depending on the chosen assessment, you will be provided with the following information:
Full assessment of your unique risk factors and how to reduce them
Expert guidance on the best methods of stress mastery, mind/body health, diet and exercise for your unique requirements
Customized long-term strategy for enhancing and prolonging your life |
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