Miller & Levine Biology Digital Path Curriculum Earns Finalist Honors in the 2010 SIIA CODiE Awards

Boston, MA (PRWEB) March 16, 2010

Miller & Levine Biology Digital Path from Pearson is a finalist in the 2010 Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) CODiE Awards. The innovative online digital curriculum from the nation's bestselling high school biology program is a finalist in the Best Science Instructional Solution category.

Established in 1986, the CODiE Awards celebrate outstanding achievement across the software, digital information and education technology industries. The comprehensive review process of nominated products included intense scrutiny by subject matter experts, education industry analysts, journalists and specialists in the implementation of education technology.

With the Miller & Levine Biology Digital Path, thousands of students across the country are taking a virtual journey and living the science experience. Named for its two internationally renowned scientist-authors, Ken Miller and Joe Levine, this innovative program takes a bold approach to science instruction, combining the power of new technology with a proven foundation of academic success.

"Miller & Levine Biology Digital Path gives teachers powerful tools for personalizing learning and engaging students with multimedia learning experiences that allow them to experience what a scientist does when exploring the rainforest or studying infectious diseases," said Lynda Cloud, Pearson's Senior Vice President for Science. "Recognition as a finalist in the 2010 SIIA CODiE Awards reinforces our belief that technology can help all students learn the big ideas and concepts of this important field of science - regardless of their learning style or ability."

Through Biology.com, students meet their partners on this science adventure - a team of "ecogeeks" who have created real experiences, infusing curriculum topics with a new relevance for students. Described by Levine as "science reality TV," "Untamed Science" offers the perfect blend of energy, enthusiasm and solid scientific knowledge. Biology students enjoy exploring their world as they embark on real-life science video adventures with these young and infectious "ecogeeks."

The program's dynamic digital path offers students and teachers a wealth of other engaging activities and information, including complete online student and teacher editions of the textbooks, editable worksheets, interactive study guides, fun science games and online assessments.

Pearson had 13 education finalists in the CODiE Awards this year, leading the prestigious competition. Pearson's innovative ed-tech solutions for schools, colleges and universities are recognized across the awards program's education categories, honoring the company's worldwide leadership in harnessing technology to personalize and improve learning. Pearson's 13 finalists were chosen from more than 327 education nominations submitted by 124 companies.

In addition to Miller & Levine Biology Digital Path, the company's products moving on to the next round of competition are CourseConnect, eCollege (now known as Pearson LearningStudio), Mastering Platform, MathXL

Safeway Earns Easter Seals' All-Time Top Corporate Partner Designation

Chicago, IL (Vocus) May 21, 2009

Safeway (NYSE:SWY) captures Easter Seals' highest honor after raising a record $ 10.2 million for the organizations' services for children and adults with autism and other disabilities in 2009 alone and by exceeding the $ 100 million milestone for lifetime contributions. The national nonprofit recently designated Safeway its "All-Time Top Corporate Partner" during an awards ceremony recognizing Easter Seals' entire family of corporate partners.

This past April, for the fourth year, Safeway stores in the U.S. and Canada raised funds for people with disabilities, inviting customers to support Easter Seals services for children and adults with autism and other disabilities at checkout. The campaign coincided with Autism Awareness Month and Easter Seals' efforts to raise awareness about the services and treatments the organization provides to families living with autism.

In just one month, Safeway raised $ 8,824,141 through the April in-store fundraiser. Safeway employees also raised an additional $ 1.4 million through local market events, golf tournaments, galas and fundraisers--bringing the company's 2009 grand total for Easter Seals services to $ 10.2 million.

Safeway's Impact on Families Living with Autism and Other Disabilities

"Ten million dollars can literally change the lives of thousands--and it does," says James E. Williams, Jr., president and chief executive officer, Easter Seals. "Safeway's commitment to Easter Seals and the millions of families we serve runs far beyond the annual fundraising campaign--it's business. Today, the company employs more than 10,000 adults with disabilities, giving many a career and a means to live independently."

This year, funds raised will support a variety of Easter Seals services across the country for families living with autism including: