STS.S28 Godzilla and the Bullet Train: Technology and Culture in Modern Japan (MIT)
This course explores how and why Japan, a late-comer to modernization, emerged as an industrial power and the world's second-richest nation, notwithstanding its recent difficulties. We are particularly concerned with the historical development of technology in Japan especially after 1945, giving particular attention to the interplays between business, ideology, technology, and culture. We will discuss key historical phenomena that symbolize modern Japan as a technological power in the world; spe
SP.255 Physics of Rock Climbing (MIT)
SP.255 is a lecture, discussion, and project based seminar about the physics of rock climbing. Participants are first exposed to the unsolved problems in the climbing community that could be answered by research and then asked to solve a small part of one of these problems. The seminar provides an introduction to engineering problems, an opportunity to practice communication skills, and a brief stab at doing some research. This seminar explicitly does not include climbing instruction nor is clim
SP.298 Art of Color (MIT)
This seminar introduces, through studio projects, the basic principles regarding the use of color in the visual arts. Students explore a range of topics, including the historical uses of color in the arts, the interactions between colors, and the psychology of color.
21M.011 Introduction to Western Music (MIT)
This course gives a broad overview of Western music from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, with emphasis on late baroque, classical, romantic, and modernist styles (1700-1910). It is also meant to enhance students' musical experience by developing listening skills and an understanding of diverse forms and genres. Major composers and their works will be placed in social and cultural contexts. Weekly lectures feature demonstrations by professional performers, and introduce topics to be discusse
ESOL Teachers talk about their experiences - use of mobile phones - pt 1
ESOL Teachers talk about their experiences - use of mobile phones - pt 2
ESOL Teachers talk about their experiences - use of mobile phones - pt 3
ESOL Teachers talk about their experiences - use of mobile phones - pt 4
Teacher reflection - use of iPod Touch & HTC Tattoo
Teacher reflection - use of iPod Touch & mp3 recorder
MoLeNET Teacher reflection - use of Tablet umpc
MoLeNET Student reflection - use of Flip Video camera
MoLeNET Student reflection - use of HTC Tattoo
MoLeNET Student reflection - use of iPod Touch
MoLeNET Student reflection - use of NIntendo Dsi & UMPC
Manage meetings
This learning object covers the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to organise a meeting. Learners complete project tasks for a simulated business (ValleyView Publishing) or a real workplace. Since the overarching project goal at ValleyView Publishing is to set up a new branch office, the task of meeting to determine a suitable location for the new office is critical.
Plan and review administrative systems
This learning object covers the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan, review, implement and monitor the implementation of a new administrative system. Learners complete project tasks for a simulated business (ValleyView Publishing) or a real workplace. Since the overarching project goal at ValleyView Publishing is to set up a new branch office, the task of reviewing their administrative system systems is critical.
Manage business document design and management
This learning object covers the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to determine the required standards for business documents and to design and develop these documents. Learners complete project tasks for a simulated business (ValleyView Publishing) or a real workplace. Learners prepare a document standards guide and document production procedures manual for ValleyView.
Manage and monitor business or records systems
This learning object covers the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to determine the requirements of a business record system, to implement and review a record system, and respond to problems with the system. Learners complete project tasks for a simulated business (ValleyView Publishing) or a real workplace. The task requires outlining and describing the current record system at ValleyView and making recommendations for improvements and risk management.
Analyse and present research information
This learning object covers the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to gather, organise, analyse and present information. Learners complete project tasks for a simulated business (ValleyView Publishing) or a real workplace. Since the overarching project goal at ValleyView Publishing is to set up a new branch office, the task of reporting on a suitable location is critical.
