Summary. In the video above, Joe Kraus talks about how our society is increasingly distracted and unable to focus and pay attention on specific tasks. Outline. His talk is organized as follows: The Crisis of Attention. Indicators of distraction. What is the cost of slipping into patters of distraction? What are we losing? What can… Continue reading Joe Kraus Video Presentation on Mobile Technologies and the Culture of Distraction
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EF Tours Videos for Language Learning Study Abroad Programs
EF Tours is a provider of educational tours to a variety of world destinations. In addition to culturally focused tours, they offer language study abroad. Their series of videos below are very inspiring and exceptionally produced. Global Citizen Scholarship. Below are videos featuring the EF Tours Global Scholarship programs. Educational Tours. Below are videos from… Continue reading EF Tours Videos for Language Learning Study Abroad Programs
Self Storage: Downsize, Simplify, De-Clutter, Organize, De-Stress, Save Time, Save Money
Start Now. Click here or the image above to begin your journey to a simpler more organized life. The Sparefoot Storage Finder service helps you find the right storage facility for your needs. Benefits. Here are some of the benefits to using self storage services: Organize. Using uniform boxes that are stackable, it’s easy to create a directory… Continue reading Self Storage: Downsize, Simplify, De-Clutter, Organize, De-Stress, Save Time, Save Money
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Author’s Guide to Website Creation for Book Promotion
Effective Living Summary. Below is an article from Dan Moench, Marketing Director at Gibbs Smith Publisher. The article offers some excellent suggestions for authors to consider when planning to create a website. These guidelines probably apply to other industries as well. Specifically, the article addresses how focused or broad you should be with your website… Continue reading Author’s Guide to Website Creation for Book Promotion
Small House Society News 201204
Small House Society – News 201204 | 30 April 2012 | Monday Dear Friend, I know that time is precious for everyone, so I’ll try to keep this update short. The approximate reading time is about 5 minutes. Further down, there’s some repetition of announcements from last month for those who’ve just joined the list.… Continue reading Small House Society News 201204
The Amazing Paul Budnitz Belt Drive Bicycle
Life Mobility Paul Budnitz offers a belt drive bicycle with internal hub shifting for the ultimate in smooth, quiet, and maintenance free bicycle riding. It’s built using titanium for light weight durability. To learn more, visit BudnitzBicycles.com “Paul is a proponent of simple, quality living. Owning few things that are built to last and that… Continue reading The Amazing Paul Budnitz Belt Drive Bicycle
Washington Street Wellness Center with Dr. Jason Bradley
Health | Iowa City Summary. The Health Resource Group is beginning a study of best practices for delivering wellness services. To explore this topic, we’re studying the Washington Street Wellness Clinic of Iowa City as an example of an exceptional service provider. > Click here to read more <
The Golden Climate in Distance Learning: The Secrets of Immediate Connection, Engagement, Enjoyment, and Performance By Dr. Marina Kostina and Dr. William LaGanza
Education | Technology I recently wrote an article about upgrading from TeamViewer 6 to TeamViewer 7. I plan to use the collaborative online meeting component of the software for distance education, presentations, and workshops. The TeamViewer software is similar in function and features to Adobe Connect, GoToMeeting.com, and WebEx. The challenge with these online meeting systems… Continue reading The Golden Climate in Distance Learning: The Secrets of Immediate Connection, Engagement, Enjoyment, and Performance By Dr. Marina Kostina and Dr. William LaGanza
Promoting Smaller Families as a Key to Economic Salvation
Effective Living | Environment Summary. As world population grows at exponential rates, some are advocating that zero population growth or negative population growth are essential for survival. Organizations like PopulationConnection.org (zpg.org) are hoping reduced population will improve social justice, women’s rights, and the environment. The excerpts below are from the New York Times article, “Nigeria Tested… Continue reading Promoting Smaller Families as a Key to Economic Salvation
Starbucks Offers Paul Azinger Golfplan iPhone iPad App for Golf Tips Training Videos and Lessons
Health | Effective Living | Technology Summary. Each week, Starbucks offers free download gift cards for Apple iTunes songs and/or apps. The redeemable coupons are available for about a week. This week, while supplies last, you can get Golfplan with Paul Azinger for free (a $5 value). Click here to learn more about the app… Continue reading Starbucks Offers Paul Azinger Golfplan iPhone iPad App for Golf Tips Training Videos and Lessons
Fab Design Website Provides Inspiration and News of Unique Products
Art Summary. Fab.com is a subscriber-only website that provides an inspiring photo feed of interesting and uniquely designed products. Affiliate Program. Each person who signs up for Fab.com receives an affiliate link they can use for inviting friends. Reward levels are as follows: Founding Member. When 10 friends join, you get $30 credit. VIP Member.… Continue reading Fab Design Website Provides Inspiration and News of Unique Products