Education and demonstration inventions 01/09

20090029325 - Virtual locomotive simulation system and method: A complete hardware and software railroad training system gives the trainee a hands-on operators experience in a safe and productive classroom environment. The system and method combines a complete virtual simulation of a yard and the associated equipment with a cost-effective Operator Control Unit (OCU) to fully address Remote Control... Agent: Gifford, Krass, Sprinkle,anderson & Citkowski, P.c

20090029326 - Integrated method of teaching cooking and reinforcing cooking skills: Disclosed is a system and method that can enable a user to understand the basis of one or more methods of food preparation through a learning construct that incorporates a teaching of foundational components with a teaching of a foundational process. The disclosed device also comprises a construct that can... Agent: A Law Firm, P.c.

20090029327 - Educational game employing categories: A game serving as a tool for facilitating the education of elementary students in learning proper categorization of learning elements. The game includes a plurality of station markers suitable for being arranged physically in sequence, with each station marker representing a corresponding education category. The game further includes a plurality... Agent: Mark D. Saralino (general) Renner, Otto, Boisselle & Sklar, LLP

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20090029329 - Computer keyboard overlay: In one embodiment, the invention provides a keyboard overlay adapted to indicate which one of a plurality of menu commands provided by a particular software application is invoked when an alphanumeric key is pressed together with a modifier key on a computer keyboard. In this embodiment, the keyboard overlay has... Agent: Mirek A. Waraksa

20090029330 - Toddler device: A toddler device according to the present invention includes a base having a generally planar upper surface and defining a plurality of receiving holes. Further, the toddler device includes a set of posts, each post having an upper end and a lower end with a configuration complementary to a configuration... Agent: Harshaw Research, Inc.

20090029331 - Active cutaneous technology: Active cutaneous technology to emulate the cutaneous characteristics of skin in medical training and other applications. Skin color changes are implemented with paint-on, electrically tunable, reflecting material that can conform to a mold, such as a manikin body or consumer product, and will enable the device to simulate skin. For... Agent: Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky And Popeo, P.c

20090029332 - External defibrillator training apparatus and method: A training apparatus (500) for use with an external defibrillator is provided, the external defibrillator being responsive to a first electrode and a second electrode, including: a transparent layer having a first electrode attachment region defining an opening sized to receive the first electrode; a signal conductor disposed proximate the... Agent: Philips Medical Systems Philips Intellectual Property & Standards

20090029333 - Body part model with pullout tabs: A body part model for a model body part of a human or other animal. The model includes a pullout tab. A base portion has one or more slots therein to accept the pullout tab with the pullout tab having a major surface thereon to display indicia that relate to... Agent: Polster, Lieder, Woodruff & Lucchesi

20090029334 - Classroom instructional tool: A classroom instructional tool allows an instructor to present a multimedia presentation on the tool while writing commentary on the same tool. The classroom instructional tool comprises of a front shell, a rear shell, attached to the front shell, a flat panel monitor attached to one of the sides of... Agent: Ruben Alcoba, Esq.

20090029335 - Educational system and improved teaching method: An educational system and improved method for teaching students using lessons taught by both a live teacher and by recorded multimedia presentations. The teacher teaches a lesson to the students, and then, divides the students into subgroups assigned to different workstations. Each workstation can include a different but related recorded... Agent: Ruden, Mcclosky, Smith, Schuster & Russell, P.a.

20090029336 - Automatic form checking and tracking: A method for checking forms can include retrieving user responses to entries from a hardcopy of a form, comparing at least a portion of the retrieved responses to appropriate responses for the entries specified in a stored template for the form, generating indicia responsive to the comparing step locating inappropriate... Agent: Darby & Darby P.c.

20090029337 - Compact personal presentation coach: Method and apparatus are disclosed for a coach to be used in creating an optimal personal presentation. A unique, iconic symbol is displayed on the outside of a compact information display structure to specify a particular type of individual with distinguishing characteristics who is to use the personal presentation coach.... Agent: Patrick M. Dwyer Pc

20090029338 - Display board assembly: A display board assembly includes a substrate having a first edge and a second edge, and a non-fabric bulletin board sheet including a first edge portion wrapped around the first edge of the substrate to at least partially cover the first edge of the substrate and a second edge portion... Agent: Michael Best & Friedrich LLP

20090029339 - Early alert system and method for identifying and assisting students in need at an educational institution: The present invention is a system and method that proactively identifies a student in need at an educational institution. The system allows for the educational institution to connect with the student, gather information, and provide assistance. Student needs that may be addressed are various and include academic, social, emotional, and... Agent: Megan Lyman

20090023116 - Braille module with compressible pin arrays: A refreshable tactile reader apparatus for Braille text and graphics, utilizing a plurality of compressible tactile pins that can absorb strong downward forces. Such strong forces transmitted through tactile pins can damage pin actuation mechanisms. The physical enclosure of the reader provides open channels that allow the apparatus to be... Agent: Patent Law & Venture Group

20090023117 - Books of the bible: The Book of the Bible game effectively teaches the order of the books from Genesis to Revelation. The game consists of 66 cards (one-half inch). Game pieces will vary in languages, fonts, colors and logos (personal and authorized organizations). First Level: Cards are placed on a flat surface with the... Agent: Donna Johnson

20090023118 - Mathematical education system: An apparatus for teaching mathematical concepts is set forth. The apparatus includes a display. A code for at least one ones number is selected from the group consisting of Arabic numerals 0,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9. At least one non-numeric shape for at least one tens number is selected from sets of numbers, the... Agent: Mckenna Mcgovern Burkhart

20090023119 - Method for learning a foreign language: A method for learning a foreign language using a learning aid is provided. The learning aid includes a reading manual having a plurality of pages organized into a number of sections which are read in an orderly fashion in order to facilitate incremental advancement and masterfulness concerning the learning of... Agent: P. Jeff Martin Of The Mcgougan Law Firm, Llc

20090023120 - Program to intensively teach a second language using advertisements: An immersion method teaches a student conversational speech aspects of a language (such as a second language) while, in the process, intensively exposing the student to a relevant conversational program (such as advertising) as an integral part of the teaching process. The method may include displaying, to the user/student, portions... Agent: Beyer Law Group LLP

20090023121 - Word problem solving apparatus: The present invention provides a method and apparatus which assists a student in their approach and understanding to solving algebraic word problems. The invention includes a predetermined set of word problems. The student solves the word problem by selecting appropriate rate bars which are responsive to a selected word problem... Agent: David Giglio, Esq.

20090023122 - Motor learning and rehabilitation using tactile feedback: There is disclosed a process for motor learning, for teaching motion, or for rehabilitation of a student, the student having a motor sensory system. Plural transducers may be coupled around at least one joint of a student, the transducers for providing kinesthetic sensations to the student through its motor sensory... Agent: Socal Ip Law Group LLP

20090023123 - Audio input device and karaoke apparatus to detect user's motion and position, and accompaniment method adopting the same: An audio input device and a karaoke apparatus to detect user's motion and position, and an accompaniment method adopting the same. According to the audio input device and the karaoke apparatus, at least one of user's motion information and position information is detected and transmitted to the karaoke apparatus through... Agent: Stanzione & Kim, LLP

20090023124 - Software application system as an efficient client or case management tool: A web application that facilitates the interaction between an educational institution and its members for the purpose of assisting a student in need is described. The application provides an accessible and user-friendly system for members of an educational institution to provide and gather information. The application may perform various functions... Agent: Megan Lyman

20090023125 - Lock-in training system progress display: A Lock-In Training system. The Lock-In Training system can include an appropriately programmed Web site and a user computer. The Lock-In Training system can also include an appropriately programmed stand-alone computer. Some embodiments of the invention allow student users to efficiently learn materials by taking Lock-In Training courses. A Lock-In... Agent: Hoyt A. Fleming Iii

20090023126 - Educational apparatus utilized in teaching children the dangers of drugs and violence: The invention is an transparent apparatus shaped like a human doll, with an opening at its top and an open-end box as its base. The doll can be personalized with a photograph of the child playing with the doll. Several transparent slides to be inserted into or removed from the... Agent: Karen A. Rex

20090017424 - Combined head up display: System for displaying an auxiliary image on a head-up display, the system including a panoramic projection screen, at least one panoramic projector for projecting a panoramic image on the panoramic projection screen, a beam combiner located between the panoramic projection screen and the audience, and an auxiliary projector for projecting... Agent: Merchant & Gould PC

20090017425 - Repositionable color chips: A color chip for mounting on a color card includes a chip substrate having a top surface and a bottom surface, a printed area including text disposed on the bottom surface of the chip substrate, and an adhesive coating on the bottom surface of the chip substrate. A color card... Agent: Merchant & Gould PC

20090017426 - Systems and methods for playing educational games and using educational tools: Systems and methods for playing games and using other educational tools are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, entertaining and educational game systems are provided for increasing players' global awareness. In other embodiments, players can experience life challenges faced by denizens of emerging markets and/or countries. In one embodiment, a game... Agent: Perkins Coie LLP Patent-sea

20090017427 - Intelligent math problem generation: A problem generator that takes an input as a math problem, analyzes the math problem, and intelligently spawns similar example problem types. The output is a set of math problems based on the conditions set during analysis and customization. For example, if the original problem deals with linear equations, this... Agent: Microsoft Corporation

20090017428 - Education business teaching model: An education business teaching model is provided that enhances learning with sound content, uniformity of presentation and testing, reliability, and thorough evaluation. The teaching model provides customized content that delivers results in skills, knowledge, and attitude in diverse settings, across diverse industries, audiences and learning environments. The education business teaching... Agent: Reising, Ethington, Barnes, Kisselle, P.C.

20090017429 - Method of developing a golf grip and swing and fitting equipment to a golf swing and ball travel: Disclosed is forming a secure golf club gripping style using only the limbs of a body. A limb-only golf swing is thereafter produced using the formed grip, thus eliminating extraneous influences upon said golf swing, including but not limited to golf clubs and other golf equipment that can cause change... Agent: William A ( Bill) Kostuj

20090017430 - Virtual surgical training tool: Techniques for providing a virtual operating space for performing a virtual surgical procedure. The technique includes generating a three-dimensional view of a virtual operating space comprising one or more virtual objects capable of being manipulated by a user for performing one or more operating steps in a virtual surgical procedure... Agent: Lerner, David, Littenberg, Krumholz & Mentlik

20090017431 - Heimlich or abdominal thrust maneuver teaching aid for choking relief or rescue: An apparatus for teaching proper technique for the Heimlich or Abdominal Thrust maneuver. When the Heimlich or Abdominal Thrust maneuver is applied to the apparatus by a user, an indicator is provided to show the user whether proper technique was used. The apparatus can take the form of a wearable... Agent: John P. O'banion O'banion & Ritchey LLP

20090017432 - Test system: In an exemplary embodiment, a computer-implemented method for implementing a test delivery system is provided. The method includes implementing a plurality of interoperable accommodation and accessibility tools, and providing an interface to the test with the plurality of interoperable accommodation and accessibility tools provided on the interface. The method also... Agent: Lahive & Cockfield, LLP Floor 30, Suite 3000

20090017433 - Computerized method of monitoring and modifying student performance: A computerized method of monitoring and modifying student performance may include collecting student information from a plurality of sources, storing the information electronically in a retrievable form, and reviewing the student information for student issues, which may have a negative impact on performance of a student. If such student issues... Agent: Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott

20090017434 - Method and system of computerized examination strategy analyzer: The invention presents a computerized strategy analyzer of multiple-choice tests. The analyzer analyses user behavior during tests and simulated tests and provides feedback of different kinds including recommendations on how to distribute time during a test and what type of questions need further study.... Agent: Wolf, Block, Shorr And Solis-cohen LLP

20090017435 - Method of facilitating online and socially networked education between learning institutions: A method is provided of facilitating online education between learning institutions, including the steps of obtaining an e-learning course from a content provider learning institution; obtaining the approval of a subscriber learning institution for students enrolled at such institution to receive academic credit for the successful completion of such e-learning... Agent: Raymond R. Ferrera

20090017436 - Integrated instructional management system and method: A method for generating a lesson plan for a course is provided that includes associating a plurality of standard objectives with the course. A plurality of learning activities are provided for selection. Each learning activity is associated with at least one standard objective for the course. A selection of at... Agent: Docket Clerk

20090011389 - Simplified portable in-the-vehicle road simulator: The portable simulation system is a computer-based driving simulator, which uses an actual drive-by-wire vehicle as an input device, and a portable display to present a simulated Virtual Driving Environment (VDE) to the driver. The vehicle remains immobile with engine switched off. Embedded vehicle sensors are being used as simulator... Agent: Houston Eliseeva

20090011391 - Electromechanical relief display: supporting means for supporting said flexion member on said frame at two opposite sides of the flexion member wherein the flexion member comprises a contact-location which is coupled to the tactile member for moving the tactile member between the first and second position by bending or flexing back the flexion... Agent: Husch Blackwell Sanders, LLP Welsh & Katz

20090011390 - Method and apparatus for facilitating tactile identification of a document attribute: The illustrative embodiments described herein provide an apparatus and method for facilitating tactile identification of a document attribute. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a document. The document has a set of document attributes. The apparatus also includes a fluid incorporated within the document at a designated location associated with... Agent: Ibm Corp (ya) C/o Yee & Associates PC

20090011392 - Sat word cards: A set of word cards for teaching students specific words in preparing for the SAT. These word cards provide a method of learning SAT words by utilizing a word's part of speech, definition, spelling, and usage in a sentence. The cards assist a student in self-learning as well as self-checking... Agent: Samson Huang

20090011393 - Balance training device: A balance training device includes a base having a connection bar which includes a transverse bar and a tilt bar. A transmission unit connected to the tilt bar and includes a pedal frame, a crank, a link, a shaft, a driving wheel, a belt and a fly wheel. The link... Agent: Rosenberg, Klein & Lee

20090011394 - Limb hemorrhage trauma simulator: A limb hemorrhage trauma simulator provides didactic and hands-on training for the prehospital treatment of a limb trauma victim. The simulator realistically simulates a wounded limb, providing simulated pulse and hemorrhage blood flow. The simulator provides a simulated scenario in which the wound occurred. The student then responds to the... Agent: Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, LLP

20090011396 - Priority system and method for processing standardized tests: Systems and methods are provided for prioritizing the processing of standardized tests. One aspect of the present subject matter relates to a method for processing completed standardized tests. In one embodiment, test-processing priority information is received, and is associated with machine-readable identifiers for standardized tests. Completed standardized tests are received,... Agent: Schwegman, Lundberg & Woessner, P.A.

20090011395 - System and methods for matching requirements and standards in employment and education-related environments: Systems and methods of developing online courses suited to the needs of employers are provided. A course creation module allows employers or other interested parties specify desired attributes for prospective employees using a course creation module. Online courses are developed based on these specified needs.... Agent: Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP

20090011397 - Method, system and device for managing compensated educational interaction: A method of managing compensated education on a computing platform, includes the steps of: providing compensated educational interaction over a computing platform thereby enabling a user to earn compensation for an educational interaction, collecting interaction data regarding the compensated educational interaction from the computing platform thereby generating collected interaction data,... Agent: Advantia Law Group

20090011398 - Method of imitating a natural geyser and a device for carrying out the method: A method and a device for imitating an artificial geyser that are simple and inexpensive in realization. The artificial geyser device comprises a sealed container located preferably underground in a shallow recess and filled with water. The container is provided with a heater for heating water to the level of... Agent: Alexander Shteinberg

20090004632 - Braille writing apparatus with information processing function: A Braille writing device capable of processing information, comprises a motherboard (10) including a plurality of Braille cells (11) arranged in rows and columns, each cell consists of six dot-shaped recesses or pinholes, a sub-board (20) is configured to be inserted into a flute (12) being provided at each of... Agent: James D. Stevens Reising, Ethington, Barnes, Kisselle, P.C.

20090004633 - Interactive language pronunciation teaching: Techniques for language instruction and teaching are described. Methods focus on the sound distinctions that learners have trouble discriminating. Learners practice discriminating these sounds. A learning system is developed using databases of speech from people discriminating these sounds. An embodiment of a method according to the present disclosure can utilize... Agent: Mcdermott Will & Emery LLP

20090004634 - System and method for preventing and treating repetitive stress injury: A system and method for is disclosed that plays a video of a graphical representation of a person demonstrating a selected physical exercise that is aimed at preventing or treating a repetitive stress injury in one or more areas of the body. The video demonstrates the exercise in real time... Agent: Frost Brown Todd, LLC

20090004635 - Methods for multi-sensory virtual golf instruction: A method and devices are disclosed for instructing students in a physical skill and allowing students to experience specific physical movements involved in a sport or physical skill. The method, program and system comprise instructions, stories, structured activities, games, mechanical figures, and devices which synergistically engage the student's kinesthetic learning... Agent: Lin Crampton

20090004636 - Model human eye: A model human eye is disclosed. The model human eye comprises a extended hemispherical-shaped assembly comprising a center point, an open end defined by a first continuous distal end, a cornea portion symmetrically disposed around the center point, and a sclera portion disposed between the cornea portion and the first... Agent: Dale F. Regelman

20090004637 - Model human eye: A model human eye comprising a cylindrical base portion comprising a bowl-shaped substrate disposed therein, and a plurality of retinal layers stacked on the surface of that bowl-shaped substrate. The model eye further comprises a hemi-spherical-shaped top portion comprising a visually transparent cornea portion and a visually opaque sclera portion... Agent: Dale F. Regelman

20090004638 - Latent property diagnosing procedure: The present invention provides a method of doing cognitive diagnosis of mental skills, medical and psychiatric diagnosis of diseases and disorders, and in general the diagnosing of latent properties of a set of objects, usually people, for which multiple pieces of binary (dichotomous) information about the objects are available, for... Agent: Mayer Brown LLP

20090004639 - Interactive teaching aid: A teaching aid is provided. The teaching aid can include a first portion. The first portion can include at least one shape, at least one fine motor skill activity and at least one alphabet. The teaching aid can also include a second portion. The second portion can include a numeric... Agent: Harness, Dickey & Pierce, P.L.C