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Middle school students who use mobile devices for school work are more likely to express an interest in STEM subjects, yet there's a large gap in the number of students using the devices at home and those using them in school, according to a new survey from MIT's Center for Mobile Learning at the Media Lab and the Verizon Foundation. MoreThis January NEC will ship two new ultra-short-throw LCD projectors, both to be available with in bundles that provide interactivity using the company's eBeam technology. MoreElmo USA will unveil its new mobile projector at the 2013 International CES in January in Las Vegas, NV. MoreBenQ has started shipping its new MX520 projector, a midrange model designed for medium-sized rooms. The DLP-based MX520 is designed for energy savings and provides up to 6,500 hours of lamp life. MoreE2020, a provider of online learning solutions, has launched a new career and technical education curriculum, Career Pathways, which is a suite of interactive online courses to help high school students gain practical career training leading to industry-recognized certifications in business, health sciences, and information technology. MoreThe Jacob Burns Film Center (JBFC), a nonprofit cultural arts organization in Pleasantville, New York, has received a $50,000 grant from the Verizon Foundation. More
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