Acknowledgments

I often browse through book acknowledgments, amazed that so many people are typically involved in the production. At first, I didn’t think that would happen in this project. Wrong. Way wrong. I am so indebted to so many people, my fear now is that I have forgotten to acknowledge someone. If I have, I pray for your forgiveness. This book wouldn’t exist without the gracious contributions of so many friends and colleagues.

All the examples are real, functional e-learning applications. This is a rarity in publications such as this, because obtaining rights to show applications is a daunting and complex undertaking. I was extremely fortunate to get the support of many organizations who have developed leading-edge e-learning applications and were willing to share them. Among those providing support (and willing to accept acknowledgement) are Corning, Inc.; DaimlerChrysler Corporation; Fallon Worldwide; Iconos, Inc.; Macromedia, Inc., National Foods Services Management Institute; and Twin Cities Public Television, Inc. Thanks to all of you. I hope your contributions herein will encourage others to raise their expectations for e-learning.

Examples master Ethan Edwards did an heroic job in harvesting examples and contributed thoughtful descriptions. Sharilyn Fehr led our internal editing efforts with patience, professionalism, and creativity. Corey Stern contributed masterful illustrations. Mary Breslin organized and managed us all. Bob Russell helped with screen captures ...

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