Certification

The Cooper Institute

"The Cooper Institute (CI), established in 1970, is a 501.c.3. nonprofit research and education organization dedicated globally to preventive medicine. The Institute’s founder, Kenneth H. Cooper, M.D., M.P.H., the “Father of Aerobics,” was an Air Force physician who became interested in the role of exercise in preserving health. When he published his first best seller, Aerobics, in 1968, he introduced a new word and was the spark for millions to become active."

Game genre:
Educational

Social Tags:
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Entertainment
Exercise
Health
Kenneth H. Cooper
Medicine
Obesity
Personal life
Technology
The Cooper Institute
XML

Services:
Certification
Courses
Educational Resources
Research
Scholarships

Calais Document Category:
Entertainment
Technology

Organization expertise:
Exercise and Physical Activity
Food and Nutrition
Health and Medical

Target Population:
General Audience

Person:
Kenneth H. Cooper

Organization type:
Non-Profit
Research Institution

Location:
United States


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IEEE Computer Society

"With nearly 85,000 members, the IEEE Computer Society is the world’s leading organization of computing professionals. Founded in 1946, and the largest of IEEE’s 38 societies, the Computer Society is dedicated to advancing the theory and application of computing and information technology."

Game genre:
Multi-Genre

Organization type:
Association
Conference Organizer

Social Tags:
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Computer
Computer science
Computing
IEEE Computer Society
IEEE Internet Computing
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
International nongovernmental organizations
Professional associations
Publishing
Technology

Services:
Certification
Conferences and Exhibitions
Courses
Educational Resources
Professional Development
Publishing
Software and Hardware Applications

Organization expertise:
Edutainment/eLearning
Higher Education
Interactive Entertainment
Technology and Electronics

Target Population:
General Audience

Game platform:
Multi-Platform

Calais Document Category:
Technology

Location:
United States


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University of Texas School of Public Health (UTSPH)

"At six campuses across Texas, The University of Texas School of Public Health (UTSPH) works to improve the state of public health in Texas every day. Each of our campuses is strategically placed to meet the public health education and research needs of the diverse populations across Texas. UTSPH is the only school of public health in the nation with regional campuses."

Game genre:
Educational

Organization type:
Academic Institution

Services:
Certification
Courses
Professional Development
Research

Target Population:
General Audience

Social Tags:
Health
Health education
Public health
Schools of public health
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Southern United States
Technology
Texas
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
University of Texas School of Public Health

Organization expertise:
Higher Education
Public Health

Calais Document Category:
Technology

Province Or State:
Texas

Location:
United States


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American Dietetic Association (ADA)

"The American Dietetic Association is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. ADA is committed to improving the nation's health and advancing the profession of dietetics through research, education and advocacy."

Social Tags:
American Dietetic Association
Dietetics
Dietitian
Health in the United States
Hospitality
Irish Nutrition and Dietetic Institute
Nutrition
Obesity
Professional associations
Technology

Organization type:
Association
Non-Profit

Services:
Certification
Grants
Health Care Resources
Professional Development
Research

Organization expertise:
Exercise and Physical Activity
Food and Nutrition
Public Health

Target Population:
Health Care Professionals

Calais Document Category:
Hospitality
Technology

Location:
United States


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University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Education

UW-Madison’s Morgridge Institue for Research sponsors the Games+Learning+Society Conference. "Long recognized as a leader in education, today the School is addressing some of society's most critical needs. Through partnerships with Professional Development Schools, we're preparing future teachers to succeed in diverse urban settings. Through research and innovative programs such as System-wide Change for All Learners and Educators (SCALE), we're helping children improve their skills in reading, mathematics, and science.

Game genre:
Educational

Organization type:
Academic Institution
Conference Organizer

Social Tags:
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Dane County, Wisconsin
Education
Geography of the United States
Madison, Wisconsin
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
Sports in the United States
Technology
University of Wisconsin System
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Wisconsin
Year of birth missing

Services:
Certification
Courses
Professional Development
Research

Calais Document Category:
Education
Technology

Target Population:
General Audience

Organization expertise:
Higher Education

Location:
United States

Province Or State:
Wisconsin


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Think Services

Think Services organizes many conferences in the games space including various Game Developers conferences and the Independent Games Festival. “Think Services connects specialized professional communities worldwide using educational events, consulting, training, certification, membership, and informational resources. Providing comprehensive opportunities for professionals to learn from, network with, and inspire each other, Think Services builds strong brands and works within communities to foster a unique affinity with its products and services.”

Social Tags:
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Document
Electronic Arts
Gamasutra
Software development
Software engineering
Video game industry

Services:
Certification
Conferences and Exhibitions
Consulting
Marketing/Advertising
Professional Development

Organization type:
Conference Organizer

Target Population:
General Audience

Organization expertise:
Interactive Entertainment
Media and Digital Arts

Location:
United States


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American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)

"The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) is the premier association of health information management (HIM) professionals. AHIMA's more than 56,000 members are dedicated to the effective management of personal health information required to deliver quality healthcare to the public. Founded in 1928 to improve the quality of medical records, AHIMA is committed to advancing the HIM profession in an increasingly electronic and global environment through leadership in advocacy, education, certification, and lifelong learning."

Social Tags:
American Health Information Management Association
California Health Information Association
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Health
Health information management
Healthcare
Labor
Medical informatics
Medical record
Social Issues
Technology

Organization type:
Association
Conference Organizer
Non-Profit

Services:
Certification
Conferences and Exhibitions
Informational Resources
Professional Development
Research
Workshops and Programs

Calais Document Category:
Health
Labor
Social Issues
Technology

Organization expertise:
Health and Medical
Public Health

Target Population:
Health Care Professionals

Location:
United States


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Advanced Brain Technologies

“Advanced Brain Technologies (ABT) is a neurotechnology company that develops and distributes interactive software and music-based programs for the improvement of memory, attention, listening, academic skills, sensory processing, brain health, peak performance and more. ABT was founded in 1998 and is located in Ogden, Utah. Our family of products includes an extensive line of interactive software and music programs including BrainBuilder®, Sound Health®…as well as professionally administered therapeutic products including The Listening Program® and more.”

Game genre:
Educational
Music/Dance

Company:
Advanced Brain Technologies

Social Tags:
Biology
Brain
CDATA
Human
Megafauna
Neural engineering
Neurotechnology
Technology
Utah
XML
Zoology

Services:
Certification
Professional Development
Software and Hardware Applications

Organization expertise:
Cognition
eHealth
Mental Health

Events Facts:
Company Founded
Company Location

Game platform:
Computer

Target Population:
General Audience

Organization type:
Software Company

Calais Document Category:
Technology

Location:
United States


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Scheller Teacher Education Program

"The Scheller Teacher Education Program is involved in research, prototyping, development, implementation, and professional development around new technologies in education.

Game genre:
Educational
Simulation

Organization type:
Academic Institution

Target Population:
Adults
Young Adults

Social Tags:
CDATA
Computing
Document
Drupal
Simulation
Technology
Web application frameworks
Web development
World Wide Web
XML

Services:
Certification
Courses
Professional Development
Research

Organization expertise:
Edutainment/eLearning
Higher Education
Technology and Electronics

Game platform:
Handheld Device

Calais Document Category:
Technology

Location:
United States


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Santa Monica College

"Santa Monica College – a two-year community college accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges – opened in 1929 with just 153 students. It has now grown to a thriving campus with approximately 30,000 students and offerings in more than 80 fields of study. Santa Monica College – a two-year community college accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges – opened in 1929 with just 153 students. It has now grown to a thriving campus with approximately 30,000 students and offerings in more than 80 fields of study. "

Game genre:
Educational

Organization type:
Academic Institution

Social Tags:
California
California Community Colleges System
Education
Geography of California
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, California
Technology
Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Services:
Certification
Courses
Professional Development
Scholarships

Target Population:
General Audience

Organization expertise:
Higher Education

Facility:
Santa Monica College

Calais Document Category:
Technology

Location:
United States


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