When trying to make sense of national education policy for the improvement of education to prepare kids for careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)  fields, I am reminded of the phase, “It’s a jungle out there!”  The sheer volume of information can be overwhelming, and agreement on the best approach to prepare America’s…

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“Building Information Modeling (BIM): Trends, Benefits, Risks and Challenges for the AEC Industry” by Salman Azhar, Assistant Professor, Auburn University

Webinars provide a cost-effective way to provide lectures and seminars.  Hundreds of people can log in on their PC and follow a lecture, with graphics and handouts.  The cost for the participants is a small fraction of a live class.  For one thing, there is no need to travel and stay overnight at a swanky…

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