Innovation for Multimedia Presentation Student: Candice R. Jones Student ID # A Program: Ph.D. in Education Specialization: Educational Technology Instructor: Amar Almasude, Ph.D. Walden University June 19, 2011
Need Update Equipment Engagement Effectiveness Efficiency
Research Hirox Company Current Studies & Support – Brunsell, E., & Horejsi, M. (2010) – Dickerson, J., & Kubasko, D. (2007)
Development Zarbeco Handheld Digital Microscope MiScope 40 – 140x Magnificaiton
Commercialization Olympus 2010 partnership Portable Handheld Digital Microscopes
Innovation-Decision Timeline Knowledge Persuasion Decision Implementation Confirmation
Communication Channels Mass Media Interpersonal
No. Sites/No. Cases Years S-Curve of Innovation Television Microscopy/Telepathology
No. Sites/No. Cases Years S-Curve of Innovation Virtual SlideTelepathology
University of Arizona - Ultrarapid Virtual Slide Project Virtual Slide Output/24 Hours
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