A Review of TOPYX Elearning Solutions

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I really think that elearning will never stop evolving because technology and society continue to evolve and change over time. One of the developments that I certainly find interesting is the use of Social Elearning. I think that developers hit the mark with this one because social networking is currently the top activity of people online. It is clever how they are able to integrate such a trend with teaching and learning strategies. One of the recently released elearning solutions for this is the TOPYX.

What I really like about Interactyx Limited’s TOPYX social elearning software as a service (SaaS) solution is that it integrates the social components we love from resources such as Facebook and LinkedIn and integrates all of it into a neat learning/training process. I think that Social elearning solutions such as these would really appeal to the internet users of today, who are greatly influenced by social networking sites online.

Other features that make it more appealing I think are its affordability and simplicity. It combines the traditional functionality of LMS (learning management system) with integrated social learning tools. It really made electronic online learning more collaborative and engaging—the resulting learning experience is definitely worth the investment.

I concur with the developing company’s claims that their new software is ideal for all environments. It can work well for settings from corporate, academic to non profit. As long as they’re in need of a way to increase collaboration, communication and participation while reducing overall costs, then TOPYX would be perfect for them.

I think that social elearning is taking the online education world by storm. I would not be surprised if more companies develop their own specific software for this latest trend because I am fairly certain that a lot of people will be interested to invest in such solutions, especially now with how the people of today allow themselves to be influenced by social networking and other similar applications online.

Alexander John.

Review My Reasons Why an Apartment Hotel Sucks

People keep raving about these new alternatives to luxury hotels when vacationing in Barbados. They say that they’re comfortable and worth every buck. Being the gullible person that I am, I believed these people and booked reservations to stay at a particular Barbados apartment hotel. After two days of hell, I decided that I’m better off burning money at a regular hotel. For all you interested travelers out there, I heed you. Consider my reasons why an apartment hotel sucks and save yourself from grievances.

(1) You really get what you pay for. If it’s really cheap, then I’m sorry, you’re going to get a crappy apartment unit and irritating service. Don’t rejoice over how much money you get to save until you see the place. You can’t really trust the internet sometimes because photos can be photoshopped and descriptions can be over exaggerated. Imagine my horror when I discovered that my “comfortable and clean room overlooking lush vegetation” turned out to be a cramped excuse for a broom closet overlooking a couple of sad and bald palm trees.

(2) A self-catering vacation is no vacation at all. What’s the point of going on a holiday to relax and unwind when you have to stress over cooking? It’s a lame marketing ploy. And trust me, if I wanted to cook for myself, I wouldn’t cook on my kitchenette’s counter top. I guess that part of Barbados doesn’t know about Mr. Muscle and Domex.

(3) What hotel service? Why they call these places apartment hotels is beyond me. I get the apartment part. But where’s the hotel? I was told that the hotel part comes with the ‘unique’ services of the staff. Oh, so they mean that cleaning lady who uses the same cloth for the countertops and the floor? And that receptionist who can’t speak English and kept insisting I “go boat trip, yes?”? I’m sorry, I don’t get it.

Trust me, skip the pretentious attempt to book your stay in a Barbados apartment hotel just to get through the recession. Better get quality lodging that’s worth your vacation leave.

My Barbados Apartment Hotel Adventure

I just have to rant about one of the best trips to Barbados I ever had. I love Barbados, but since the recession, we decided to try and be a bit thrifty on our vacation so we did not choose a swanky accommodation. Before we got to Tropical Winds, I did not know what to expect. The place was a Barbados apartment hotel so it was definitely a lot more affordable than what I was used to so I was not really raising my expectations. But when I got there, I was just so surprised, the place was great. It wasn’t extravagant, but nevertheless, it was beautiful and homey. I really felt relaxed and at home.

Here is a shot of the beautiful beach in Barbados that we went to. This was just perhaps thirty or more minutes away from the Tropical Winds Barbados apartment hotel we stayed in. Look at that magnificent beach. It was simply breath taking. I loved splashing in the waters. Plus, there weren’t that many shady characters in the beach unlike in the other beach we’ve been to where these Rastafarian looking person would ask you if you “wanted to party” which of course meant that he was selling something illegal.

Riding the wind and the waves was the best. This was taken by Moira with her new camera which she bought before the trip. Barbados is one of the best places for any water sport imaginable. I myself was a surfer so it was heaven for me. But there were a lot of really good, professional surfers there so I felt kind of shy. It was a good thing my surfing form was on top condition for some reason. ( Obama Bailout )