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Wreckamovie unites the Internet and the film industry by unleashing the creative potential of Internet communities, thereby changing the whole chain of filmmaking. Film-makers and amateur enthusiasts alike can collaborate online to extend their resources in order to produce professional quality audio/visual material of all genres; from music videos to full-length feature-films. Wreckamovie applies the open source software ideology to film production. It helps get films completed faster and at a considerably lower cost, through crowd-sourced work on production tasks and online resourcing of expertise and corporate funding. In addition, it facilitates the viral promotion of films throughout and beyond their production. Wreckamovie enables film makers of all backgrounds to create, produce and license quality films at a fraction of the cost, harnessing the wealth of talent that exists outside the world of blockbuster budgets. For more information visit the website http://www.wreckamovie.com.
Genomics Digital Lab (GDL) is an animated software tool which is designed to help users understand plants and their significance. In an interactive laboratory, users are able to alter the environment around a dying plant, zooming in and out of the major plant cell organelles, and using what they learn to figure out how to make the dying plant survive and thrive. The software is divided into three modules representing the mitochondria, chloroplasts and nucleus, whilst reinforcing the "Genomic" concept that organelles are inter-dependent. The Genomics Digital Lab learning environment uses visually stunning games and puzzles to engage learners and encourage a deeper understanding of biological processes, promoting higher-order thinking skills in a fun and entertaining format. The software comes complete with accompanying teaching material, geared towards the curricula of high-school grades 7 to 12. For more information visit the websites http://www.vivetechnologies.com/gdl/home.html and http://www.exploreGDL.com.
Malaria kills over a million a year: a simple SMS could prevent 20% of those deaths. In order to fight the deadly consequences of the growing global counterfeit pharmaceutics market, MPedigree enables anyone in a developing country with access to a cell phone to authenticate their drugs before use. It works via a simple SMS, accessible by default on all phones, and available on all cellular networks. Akin to the very popular scratch card method for replenishing cellular talk-time, users reveal a single-use code on drugs and SMS it to a provisioned mobile shortcode, which, in turn, generates an automated verification response. There is no cost to the drug patron – genuine drug manufacturers are eager to bear the entire cost due to the entrenched benefits they stand to reap when counterfeiters are driven out of the market. Armed with a simple cell phone, users can finally rely on the quality of their medicine. For more information visit the website http://www.mpedigree.org/home.
Integrated Court System comprises three main systems; a Community and Advocates Portal, a Case Management System, and a Court Recording and Transcription System. CAP and CMS are fully web-based applications that are centrally hosted at Sarawak Information Systems, an industrial standard data centre. CAP serves as an information technology channel of communication and operations among the public community, which includes the clients, their advocates, and the judiciary. CMS functions to facilitate judiciary processes within the court, in particular the management of court cases. CRT is a specialized system for the real-time recording and transcribing of courtroom events. As a package, the Integrated Court System promotes productivity and efficiency for judiciary processes that benefit three main groups of people; namely the judiciary or court officials, the advocates, and the public community who are parties (plaintiff and defendants) in trial cases. The project has been successfully implemented in two eastern states in Malaysia, on the island of Borneo. For more information visit the website http://www.highcourt.sabah.sarawak.gov.my.
The old Linz Water Works is home to “Water World” - an exhibition and guided tour which has been specially designed and staged by Vogel Audiovision. From source and processing through to disposal and renewal, the visitor is taken on a fascinating journey of water, illustrated with interactive and audiovisual installations. The range of expectations of the broad spectrum of “Water World” visitors can be catered to thanks to the flexible design of the technology. Whether geared at school children or experts, the interactive system makes it possible to directly access single elements within the large information-store, in order to produce tailor-made tours. Immediate reactions to new visitor situations are therefore made possible by changing the order of the elements or adding or subtracting individual pieces of information. In addition, an accompanying programming tool allows processes to be compiled and directly executed. This tool also enables visitors to integrate their own contributions into the tour, such as PowerPoint pages or photos. For more information visit the website http://www.vogel-av.at.
ICT for Illiteracy Eradication (ICT4IE) aims to utilize advanced information technology to convert the learning content of literacy classes into simple, interactive computer-based tutorials. Basic reading and writing skills are presented in 3 multi-media CD-ROMs, which are designed for both classroom use and self-study. Content is geared especially towards women, who represent more than 70% of illiterates in Egypt, especially in rural and remote areas where the culture mainly prevents them from leaving home for classes. Lessons are designed in such a way that learning activities are embedded into familiar contexts of every day life and are dramatized using sound and music effects. The e-content emphasises relevant topics such as health, education, political rights, environment, and family care. As a result, trainees' retention and understanding are improved and their motivation and interest are maintained due to more satisfaction being derived from the learning process. For more information visit the website http://www.ictfund.org.eg.
‘MyMachine’ is a unique online project which builds bridges between three different levels of education: primary, secondary and higher. Via an attractive interactive web-site, children in primary schools produce ideas to create their own ‘dream machine’, the focus being on creativity and imagination over functional usage. Subsequently, higher education students, such as those studying engineering courses, translate these ideas into workable designs, publishing their endeavours to a virtual online community. Finally, pupils from technical secondary schools use the online material in order to produce real prototypes of the machines. In this way, the ‘MyMachine’ lifecycle (invent, design, make, show, patent) starts with the imagination of children and ends with ‘products’. The project has been adopted by the local and regional government (Flanders) and by various companies which have become corporate partners of ‘MyMachine’. During the entire process, children and students can collaborate online and appeal to the know-how and support of the partners, unifying the world of education and entrepreneurship with a key focus on ‘creativity and innovation’. For more information visit the website http://www.mymachine.be.
“A Journey into Time Immemorial“ is an interactive website, offering users the opportunity to see and learn about the ancient St?:lo people of Canada. The website transforms museum content into a virtual online environment, which offers visitors infinite ways to explore and enjoy animated scenes from the past. Text descriptions, visual renderings, and photos describe the St?:lo daily life, and with innovative Flash video content, users are transported three thousand years back in time. This exciting website dynamically loads sound, video characters, and educational content via a customised Flash panorama engine. The website navigation is intuitive, with linear navigation offered as an alternative. Visitors can choose their own path through the virtual St?:lo village, thereby creating a different experience with each visit. Objects of interest can be clicked on in order to learn more about ancient technologies. In addition to the Flash website, a fully accessible accompanying HTML site is available, in accordance with the strict technical specifications of the Virtual Museum of Canada. For more information visit the website http://www.sfu.museum/time/en/flash/.
CELL (Centre for Experiential Learning) has been established to offer training solutions which radically transform conventional CME refresher courses for Medical Practitioners. CELL is a multimedia and interactive learning environment, which delivers effective and engaging learning projects in accordance with the latest andragogy principles. It is the only training centre in Europe to exploit new technologies supporting Natural Interaction and New Media applications within the medical and scientific fields, offering physical settings for clinical simulations, thereby promoting the active participation of physicians in their vocational training. State-of-the-art technologies, skills, content and learning methods converge to make the proposed training solutions extremely effective. An absolutely unique learning environment is created, where the excitement of being involved in a new and meaningful experience favours learning and the intake of information. For more information visit the website http://www.qbgroup.it.
AvaGuide is a sophisticated combination of top quality interactive video and text-to-speech technology that enables the creation of virtual characters able to hold customized conversations. In less than 10 minutes, AvaGuide can provide businesses with a perfect virtual employee who will work 24/7, serving tens of customers at a time. Record your video or choose one of the professional pre-recorded characters, add a stylish background and a dialog, and remember that you can customize it the way you want. Copy the code and paste it into your site and your AvaGuide is ready to work for you. AvaGuide gives businesses the opportunity to attract more customer attention, convert visitors into paying customers by simply making their lives easier, plus distinguish themselves from competitors still using traditional text solutions. AvaGuides can help visitors navigate though sites and find answers to their questions – instantly, in an intelligent way. No previous solutions could do that. This product guarantees the most intuitive online experience site visitors can have. For more information visit the website www.avaguide.net.
