Monday, January 31, 2005
Jumpstart Learning System
I have been asked if I would like to test out a new product with my son for Jumpstart Learning System... the makers of educational software for children ages toddler to grade 5. Barton Listick, the creator of these programs, contacted me and mentioned that he and his wife homeschool their daughters. They are developing a new program called "My Reward Board" which is a computer based reward system which can be used by parents with various parenting styles to motivate their children to set goals and achieve them, whether in the area of education, chores, behaviour or other self-identified issues.
They are looking for other volunteers who have children between 5-12 years old to participate in the trial. There is no cost to participate, and they just ask you to use the program for a consistent time period and give them feedback to find errors, or improve the program. We have decided to try it. If you are interested, read this description:
"My Reward Board" Beta Test Program
As parents we all struggle to get our kids to do the things they should (or need to) do. Some tasks are practical, like helping with dishes or doing homework, while others are behavioral, like not teasing a sibling. The reason we care at all (beyond the benefits of a clean room!) is that we want our kids to grow into responsible, healthy and happy adults.
That's where My Reward Board fits in. With reward coupons, fun animations and achievement certificates, this unique program turns chores and goals into fun and games. The program is very configurable in order to accommodate different parenting styles.
Participants will receive a free copy of the program when it's released in 1-2 months. The only requirements for participation are that you have children ages 5 to 12, and a Pentium II (or better) computer, running at 400 mhz (or faster), with the Windows operating system (Windows 98 or later).
If you agree to help out, the most important thing we ask is that you use the program frequently, try out all of the features, and give us as much feedback as possible. The first priority is to find and fix any bugs (problems) in the program, but we also want to hear your ideas on what you like and what could be added or changed to make it better.
If you'd like to apply please send an email to: beta@trylonix.com
Thank you very much for your time!
Regards, Barton Listick
They are looking for other volunteers who have children between 5-12 years old to participate in the trial. There is no cost to participate, and they just ask you to use the program for a consistent time period and give them feedback to find errors, or improve the program. We have decided to try it. If you are interested, read this description:
"My Reward Board" Beta Test Program
As parents we all struggle to get our kids to do the things they should (or need to) do. Some tasks are practical, like helping with dishes or doing homework, while others are behavioral, like not teasing a sibling. The reason we care at all (beyond the benefits of a clean room!) is that we want our kids to grow into responsible, healthy and happy adults.
That's where My Reward Board fits in. With reward coupons, fun animations and achievement certificates, this unique program turns chores and goals into fun and games. The program is very configurable in order to accommodate different parenting styles.
Participants will receive a free copy of the program when it's released in 1-2 months. The only requirements for participation are that you have children ages 5 to 12, and a Pentium II (or better) computer, running at 400 mhz (or faster), with the Windows operating system (Windows 98 or later).
If you agree to help out, the most important thing we ask is that you use the program frequently, try out all of the features, and give us as much feedback as possible. The first priority is to find and fix any bugs (problems) in the program, but we also want to hear your ideas on what you like and what could be added or changed to make it better.
If you'd like to apply please send an email to: beta@trylonix.com
Thank you very much for your time!
Regards, Barton Listick
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