Drones are becoming a more common occurrence in life. Perhaps you’ve seen one fly overhead at a park or flown one yourself. They can be entertaining to watch and pilot for recreational use.

Concurrently, drones are becoming increasingly popular in the workplace as well. As the technology continues to evolve, businesses and employers are utilizing drones to help streamline processes, provide increased safety, and make jobs easier.

Conversation around social media just a decade ago looked very different from today. Whereas before, this article might have started with a discussion of how fast social media use was growing, it now has to acknowledge how widespread it is (seven-in-ten adult Americans use it). Where once social media was nothing more than a new fad, it has now become a regular part of our daily lives.

So rather than bemoan how social media has taken over, we can instead learn how to utilize it better. Starting with its use in the classroom.

One of CEWT’s most popular articles is almost six years old now, and it still receives thousands of hits this long afterwards!

The article lays out some of the reasons why you should consider getting a gaming laptop for your work-- even if you aren’t a gamer.

[POCATELLO, ID / 8 JUNE 2020] – Idaho State University’s College of Technology announced today it received a grant for $10,000 from Bayer Fund, which will be used to support their upcoming online Ignite Their Future STEM summer camp.

In July, students through 5th grade up to 12th grade will have the opportunity to attend an online STEM Summer Camp.

Hosted by Idaho State University’s Energy Systems Technology & Education Center (ESTEC), these camps focus on science, technology, engineering, and math (otherwise known as STEM) and help ignite a passion for these subjects through hands-on activities.

On May 20, Idaho State University’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training will be conducting its most recent Lunch and Learn event online.

“Lunch and Learn is just what it sounds like,” said Scott Stephens, CEWT’s Business Consultant. “People gather for lunch and learn about a certain topic. The idea is most people take a lunch break and so why not spend it learning something with others.”

Social distancing has made more and more people turn to video conferencing services like Zoom to stay connected with work and schools, and even friends and family.

Recently, my Aunt that is a teacher invited the family (of over 50+ people) to a Zoom meeting. Her reasoning for doing so was to see how everyone is doing during these trying times and to test out Zoom before using it with her students as her school system moves to online instruction.

As the internet evolves, as do the practices of scammers utilizing it to trick you out of your money.

Since 2018, there has been a rise in people receiving phone calls or pop-up ads from imposters pretending to be the IRS or debt collectors, or even technical support trying to fix your computer. They will then ask you to visit a popular grocery store and buy prepaid gift cards as a form of payment.

An analog audio setup brings with it nostalgia. Pulling the vinyl out of its sleeve, being careful not to touch the grooves, gently cleaning dust off its surface, setting it on the turntable and placing the needle on its edge, then adjusting the levels until the sound is crisp, deep, and crystal clear-- all of this culminates an experience that is long-lost in an age that prefers convenient over complicated.

There is a lot that could be said about the 2010’s. Above all else, though, this decade has shown the way technology has become so inter-woven in our society that it is near impossible to separate the two.

We’ve all been there before, trying to format a graph in a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet or getting a picture to fit right on a Word document. You may feel frustrated and confused-- but then, someone else in the office rushes over, makes a few clicks, and like magic, the program is doing what you want it to. As they head back to their desk, you admire them for their adapt skills. They are… the Office Hero.

Have you ever flown a drone? Do you know all the crazy cool things you can do with a drone, such as take aerial videos of your house or neighborhood, use it to chase weather storms, or scope out your hunting grounds? Did you know you can also use drones for farming?

In the world of design, those with the most clever, most flashy, and most creative pieces win. They snag our attention with their inventive ideas and make us interested in what they have to offer.

Drones, or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) are quickly becoming popularized today, and for good reason. There is so much that can be done with them. Many drones are like video recorders attached to remote controlled planes. The concept sounds like a glorified toy, but it is used for many serious things like the military and security surveillance. There are other significant uses for drones as well.

When we think of 3D printing, we might think of technological advancements or mass manufacturing. It is quickly becoming a great way for industries to try out new prototypes and create items on a large scale that are less likely to contain flaws or cause waste.

Welding is a useful skill to have, not only when working on your vehicle, but also when doing general repairs around your home. While most people think that you must own a commercial workshop to weld like a pro, it is not always the case. With an excellent understanding of welding, including the safety considerations, tools, and materials, you can set up a home welding station for your home welding projects.

In an era where healthcare margins are getting razor-thin and navigating reimbursement policies is trickier than ever, sound revenue cycle management (RCM) practices can help practices and providers lift their bottom line. An efficient RCM workflow and a sound set of policies ensures smooth, reliable billing processes and a higher rate of collection on services rendered.

When you work with a lot of data, you must have a way to sort and store it. Tables and queries in Access allow you to sort data, but you also must learn how to use the forms feature when learning Microsoft Access for beginners. To accurately record customer data or other business records, three key features you should know how to use are tables, queries, and forms.

Autodesk is the company that makes AutoCAD software for the design of buildings and other structures, used by architects, planners, designers, contractors and engineers.

In today's competitive workforce, it's more important than ever to stay ahead of the game by constantly improving and adding to your skill set. Autodesk is an American-based software company that provides certifications for design professionals in a wide variety of industries. 

We live in an automated world. Our drive around town is regulated by automated traffic signals that switch color lights on and off to govern the flow of traffic. Our homes are heated by automated systems that know when to turn on and off.

When it comes to business, Microsoft Excel can be one of your biggest assets--if you know how to use it. Most people know how to navigate through the basic accounting functions, but Excel has so much more to offer that a manager or business owner could be taking advantage of.

Have you ever wondered how you were ever going to find trends in all the data that you have for work? If you're using Microsoft Excel the answer is right in front of you.

We are all familiar of the Greek Mythology that tells the story of Hydra, the serpent-like water monster with reptilian traits. Hydra had many deadly heads its attacker had to contend with in battle. As one of Hercules 12 labors he was to defeat Hydra.

Businesses in every market sector need to be able to stay up to date and deal effectively with change. It is not always easy, especially when the changes are being imposed from above and affect every area of how a business operates.

The deadline for the mandatory switch over to ICD-10 codes is fast approaching, but what does it mean for CPT codes?

It’s obvious now that the switch over from ICD-9 to ICD-10 codes is complex starting with the fact that there are many more codes available in the ICD-10 standard than in ICD-9 and there are few one-to-one matchups.

When choosing a viable career, many aspects have to be considered. Not only do pay and job stability play major deciding factors, but projected job growth and required education do as well.

Why would someone buy a gaming computer if they don’t play games on it?

The answer to the question above is simple to answer with another question. Would you buy a pickup truck without a trailer hitch?

When you hear the word ‘accounting’ you might feel tempted to click into a page of snarky cat photographs to soothe yourself after the trauma of having had thoughts about bookkeeping.

In the mid-80s I was one of the first in my circle of friends to jump on to the Compact Disc(CD) bandwagon. Not only did I praise the ease of the format but would expound on the improved sound quality to anyone who would listen.

This article has been rewritten to provide a more updated view. Click here to read the updated article, "Regarding Social Media in the Classroom".

Social media is one of the fastest growing forms of communication between family and friends. People converse via wall messages, tweets, and gaming interaction. Social Media plays a huge role in modern-day culture, with millions of people participating; therefore it can be a productive tool in your classroom.

On April 26, 1988, an air compressor hose exploded at a construction site on the Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan, hurling debris into the street and starting a small fire. Shockwaves from the explosion knocked over pedestrians on the other side of the street, and a piece of flying debris struck one of them. Accidents such as this emphasize the need for care when working with pneumatic tools (tools that are powered by compressed air).

Today teachers utilize video frequently for their classroom lessons. These videos can consist of either lesson for a flipped classroom, demonstrations of key concepts, or instructions to enhance the learning process.