I had to combine several topics in order to create an immersive and engaging blog, as well as talk about some of my own experiences. Needless to say, I have been working in order to make a positive aspect come forth and hit me in the face. From summer camp, role-playing games, video game systems, graphics, and productive ways of thinking, I have maintained some future insight. So I hope this news is well perceived and invigorating for the collective as it is for me.
SUMMER CAMP!
Summer camp is progressing as far as the work that has been put in to establish this feat. Those that are interested into developing their ideas as an activity that is helped to build and promote fun and positive reinforcement should let me know. Everyone interested so far seems to think that the experience can only be geared toward money and money. (I am using the same word intentionally!) Any task that is dreamed up within a realm of possibility can be accomplished with the correct work ethic and desire. (That is for your imagination to decide!)
Anyone interested should visit
www.mcmathhulbert.org for directions, or call (248) 889-5948 and I will pass the information to the director of the Observatory; Jim Ross, if you can't get a hold of him. If checking the web or calling isn't possible, I would be glad to distribute my card for possible set up for the summer camp and further convergence at the Observatory. If visiting, the most preferable idea would be to call Jim first.
The guests for summer camp include various groups of children from different schools, and the Amerris High School program initiative. Visit
http://www.amerris.org/ for information about them. If anyone is inclined to contact Amerris then it is possible to get the information at the website. I would give out the information but I don't want to falsify any intention to make an effort.
These groups gave a hint that the following activities were good ideas... (After going over the ideas I found the previous agenda for the Waterford Kettering field trip to be sufficient. Remember these are
IDEAS! THE AGENDA WILL BE PLANNED WHEN THE GROUP IS PRESENT!)Staff:
Jim Ross, Director, MHO
John Ott, Intern, Waterford Kettering High School
John Iras, Educational Consultant, MHO
Paul Briercheck, Educational Science Consultant, MHO
Agenda
(IDEAS)*Brief introduction about the observatory/ John Ott (on the bus ride over)
*Arrival, sign-in and introductions
*Brief Historical Overview About The Observatory/ Jim Ross
*Goals and objectives regarding today's visit
*Tour of the McMath Tower
*Solar Instrumentation
*Solar viewing via telescope (weather permitting)
*Nature Trail/ Connection to the Food Chain, Natural flora and fauna
*One-man submersible
*Radio Station Visit
*Introduction to videoconferencing
*Summary discussion about events and future plans at the Observatory
Discovery Summer Camp 2005
These groups may want to engage into some pre-activity in preparation for the summer camp. This leads me to believe that I may need to set up a post blog before the trip and invoke videoconfrencing as a pilot toward a common goal that will be implemented.
(Unlike the failing K-12 education.)
I think it would be a good idea to interview the students to gain incite on the future, as well as future summer camp plans and educational premises in life and the classroom.
GRAPHIC DESIGNERS!
Graphics are of utmost importance to create an appealing experience toward any endeavor. This is more evident because of the changing types of people in accordance to the future customers of America. So I am going to post some links that may spark interest and possible job opportunities for those that are beginners or seasoned veterans. When the windows operating system debuts in early 2006, be prepared for those that will expose flaws on launch day!
(My hat is off the thousands that will discover and manipulate them.)
The following graphics links are found below...
CELL PHONES!
Who doesn't want or already have a cell phone? Cell phones can be used as the main phone that allows you to use free long distance and other plans. What if the home phone and cell phone could be used synonymously to allow the features off of both phones to be manipulated at your pleasure? Sound interested... if so visit
http://www.uniden.com/ for information.
FILMMAKERS!
Captivated by the latest and greatest movies out right now? Don't be stunned... this technology is not new... but the effort is a new mandate. Effort and innovate thinkers are needed more then ever and the need is only going to increase as America continues the downward spiral. It is sad that America only acts in a sense of urgency! I guess the collective is to busy feeding their face in their comfortable life. Filmmakers, now is your chance to change society. America is captivated by movies and the media, together we will use our invigorating talents to deliver a clarion call.
http://www.avid.com/products/xpressFamily/MASSIVELY MULTIPLAYER ONLINE ROLE PLAYING GAMES! (MMORPG)
If you haven't heard of this category of gaming then I believe that this section is not for you. These gamers range from the casuals looking for a new experience, to hardcore gamers who live and breathe to obtain everything in the game.
(I don't believe in stereotypes but I need to keep the section simple to stop rambling!)
I only prefer games that are without a subscription fee to play. I have to say I am an avid console gamer so fees are nonsense to me. However, some games that have caught my eye will be posted below because of creativity, fun, interaction level, playablity, and availability. Some games listed may be real time strategy (RTS) but they contain patches that allow for expanded content that contains elements of MMORPG.
Please feel free to add to the list of MMORPG, if you are inclined to do this, please separate the lists between the subscription and non-subscription games.
NON-SUBSCRIPTION
Diablo universe... Breakthrough game is...
"Diablo II: Lord Of Destruction" (Available in a box set)
Warcraft universe... Breakthrough game is...
"Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne" (Available in a box set)
Starcraft universe... Breakthrough game is...
"Starcraft: Brood War" (Available in a box set)
Neverwinter Nights universe... Breakthrough game is...
"Neverwinter Nights: Hordes of the Underdark" (Available in a box set)
Command and Conquer universe... Breakthrough game is...
"Command and Conquer: Yuri's Revenge"
I will provide both links... Because I don't have a clue about generals... Although I heard good things about that game as well.
For the C&C Generals universe use the link below...
A hot new MMORPG has hit the market! The new "Guild Wars" is taking this genre by storm with revolutionary gameplay, and no fees! Check out the site!
I have only found this following game online at
http://www.postal2.com/ The following game is as controversial as the stereotypical
"Grand Theft Auto." I think censorship is ridiculous because this is a
VIDEO GAME! The violence isn't real... please watch your kids... and if the material is unacceptable make the fact known.
An online "Grand Theft Auto" is now in the works. For details use the link below...
A new downloadable MMORPG called "FATE" is established to run with your DSL/Cable connection. For details use the link below... (It will be free when the bugs are fixed.)
SUBSCRIPTION
Everquest universe... breakthrough game is...
"Everquest II"
World of Warcraft universe... breakthrough game is...
"World of Warcraft"
(Spin off of the successful Warcraft franchise... Working fairly well so far!)
Final Fantasy XI universe... breakthrough game is...
"Final Fantasy XI Chains of Promathia"
(First time as an MMORPG approach... it is Final Fantasy... you can guess the sales pitch!)
TELEVISIONS!
I need to throw in a little side note before the television comparison. When buying a major product it is important to think before you buy. It is important to not be an "impulse buyer." I really don't want to have to say that I have to tell the collective how to think but I think I have to. Thinking takes a self-examined individual. Thinking is contained in three parts, process, product, and creativity. Take time to THINK decisions through.
The choices for televisions include CRT, Projection, LCD, and Plasma. Each type obviously contains advantages and disadvantages. For a tale of the tape use the links below...
For CRT television comparisons use the link below...
For Projection television comparisons use the link below...
For LCD television comparisons use the link below...
For Plasma television comparisons use the link below...
XBOX 360!
I am satisfied that Bill Gates and his fellow workers are working to epitomize the new "customers" and their busy and on going world of now. What this means for the future America is explained in the following list.
*Bill Gates wants operation.
*Bill Gates won't know the potential of the XBOX 360 until the release date.
*The XBOX 360 will eliminate the wave of ambiguity.
* What was needed to be discovered now has been found. Creativity could be discovered for the first time in no bounds.
*The XBOX 360 will be the telephone, music, internet, movie, software editor, and video game player, with only a few cords to deal with... think wireless!
I can't express what obstacles this system could crush!
Read the upcoming information in the link below...
This took a lot of work! I hope that when I publish this, my "Outstanding Senior" powers will promote this post. ("Not another award...") I love my job! Thanks goes out to all of the influential people in my life. (Those involved in this effort know who they are.)
Thank you Waterford Kettering! I will continue to promote my efforts toward society and allow those who wish to challenge, liberate, stun, and free their minds if they choose to do so.
Best to all, -John Ott
P.S. Come join us at Summer Camp 2005! For the official details on the technology advocate Xtreme Challenge Live, access the blog, and click the link 6-1 post.
To access the Xtreme Challenge Live blog use the link below...
