Confirming the
value of providing a more compelling and effective learning environment , the
pilot results include the following key findings:

* 87% of students reported that they are more likely to attend class as a
result of ResponseCard clickers being used to take attendance.

"As student and educator needs continue to evolve, it is imperative to
provide cutting-edge learning tools to cultivate a successful academic
experience," said Patricia Sabosik , vice president and general manager of
Thomson Learning Labs, the organization overseeing the pilot program.

gurion sjsu

The study was designed to test the effectiveness of online supplemental
resources and student response systems in engaging students in high enrollment
classes.
* 63% of students reported that attending class seems more fun as a
result of the instructor using the ResponseCard clickers.

About The Thomson Corporation
The Thomson Corporation (http://www.edu

belk cuhk

, Thomson Learning, a part of the
Thomson Corporation (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC) and Turning Technologies , LLC,
announced today that their pilot program with the University of Illinois
College of Business has yielded significant results in student learning and
positive student feedback regarding the use of innovative technology in the
classroom.thomson.

mcintire iimb

With operational
headquarters in Stamford , Conn. The company's flagship
product, TurningPoint(R) Software and Responsive Innovations ResponseCard (R)
(Keypads), integrate with Microsoft's PowerPoint(R) software, providing the
most advanced combination of knowledge and technology currently available in
the field of audience and student assessment.

www.

belk krannert

* Identify Student Weaknesses: Turning Technologies' TurningPoint
software and ResponseCard clickers also enable instructors to
specifically track students who are having difficulty comprehending
classroom material. "The
addition of a top analyst as well as the re-establishment of coverage
of the Healthcare Facilities sector, one of the most robust and
growing business sectors within the Healthcare industry, marks another
step towards Deutsche Bank 's goal of achieving market leadership in
cash equities globally.

unt unisa

handheld clickers,) to
submit real-time responses to TurningPoint, Turning Technologies' student
response system.
* Variety of Visual Representations: MarketingNOW provides pilot
participants with access to animated figures and tables as a better way
of viewing and digesting subject material. Its learning businesses and brands serve the needs of individuals,
learning institutions, corporations and government agencies with products and
services for both traditional and distributed learning.

unt cgu

The marketing students were given access to Thomson's
MarketingNOW, an online learning supplemental resource featuring quizzes,
self-diagnostic tools, and a personalized learning plan for use outside of the
lecture hall and radio frequency ResponseCards (i."
Thomson Learning continues to work closely with professors and students to
better understand their teaching and learning requirements as new products and
services are tested in different learning environments. Prior to joining Wall Street,
Lehrich worked at Sloan -Kettering Cancer Center, where he served in a
practice management role in the Ambulatory Care Division , working with
several of the hospital's prominent medical oncology practices.

lse nrl

* 70% of students reported that ResponseCard clickers helped them improve
their understanding of how to apply specific concepts.

unt gurion

Highlights of the classroom technology benefits to students and
instructors include:

* Instant Feedback: Interactive capabilities of Turning Technologies'
TurningPoint software and ResponseCard clickers allow instructors to
get an immediate read on student comprehension. "As
these tools consistently improve students' performance and enhance faculty
productivity, we have a responsibility to design and offer a more compelling
and effective learning environment."
Prior to joining Deutsche Bank, Lehrich was a Managing Director
and senior analyst covering the Healthcare Facilities sector at Piper
Jaffray and Co.

sdsu sjsu

- Survey results prove students are showing up, participating and paying more
attention in new technology -enriched classrooms -

STAMFORD, Conn.
"By participating in the Thomson Learning pilot program, we are learning
how to create an environment that promotes students' active participation and
fosters academic success," said Zvi Ritz, director, Office for Information
Management, at the University of Illinois College of Business. He will be based in New York and will report to
Steve Pollard, Director of Equity Product.

ubw unisa

Thomson Learning and Turning Technologies Pilot Reveals College Students More Likely to Attend Class and Interact with Instructor as a Result of Added Technolo

He has also held positions at SunTrust Robinson
Humphrey and at ING Barrings LLC.

sdsu uwc

e. "The student
participants are a highly discerning group of learners, who have been better
served through the use of technologically advanced resources that support and
elevate their academic experience.

krannert uwc

"We are confident that Darren's record of dedication to the
healthcare industry and his significant equity research experience
will provide Deutsche Bank's clients with the best possible company
research in the Healthcare Facilities sector," said David Manlowe,
Head of Americas Company Research and Co-Head of Cash Equities .

nrl ucf

* 72% of students reported that they are more likely to participate in
class using ResponseCard clicker technology to respond to instructor
questions, while 61% said use of the devices made them more focused on
the lecture.
* Enhanced Learning + Comprehension: Improved understanding and retention
of course material as a result of using MarketingNOW resources,
including the pre- and post-test results page, which directs students
to specific areas of the text to explain test answers and content.
Research for the pilot, including student questionnaires, focus groups and
analysis, was conducted by the ReedGroup, a full service marketing research
and consulting firm headquartered in Philadelphia.
http://www.
Deutsche Bank ranks among the global leaders in corporate banking
and securities, transaction banking, asset management, and private
wealth management, and has a significant private and business banking
franchise in Germany and other selected countries in Continental
Europe.

iimb cuhk

Lehrich will
provide broad coverage across a variety of Healthcare service
subsectors, including acute care hospitals, ambulatory surgery
centers, outpatient dialysis facilities, behavioral hospitals, and
hospice providers.

negev sdsu

com

mcintire iim

Business Editors/Healthcare Editors

NEW YORK----Deutsche Bank Securities
Inc.

ucf nrl

* 96% of students reported MarketingNOW was helpful for test preparation,
and 92% appreciated the tool's alternate options for viewing subject
material.turningtechnologies. The
College enrolls approximately 3,000 undergraduates and 775 graduate students
in MBA, master's, and doctoral programs.business. today announced that Darren Lehrich has joined its Company
Research Team within its Global Markets division as a Managing
Director covering the Healthcare Facilities sector.

iimb unsw

"This pilot project has again confirmed the value of integrating
technology solutions into course curriculum.

About Turning Technologies, LLC
Turning Technologies, LLC develops interactive response systems utilizing
the latest software and hardware tools available and transforms them into
state of the art applications for audience response.

About Deutsche Bank

With Euro 901 billion in assets and 64,500 employees, Deutsche
Bank offers unparalleled financial services in 74 countries throughout
the world. Deutsche Bank competes to be the leading global provider of
financial solutions for demanding clients creating exceptional value
for its shareholders and people.

vcu gurion

* 64% of students report improvement in their understanding and retention
of course material as a result of using resources available on
MarketingNOW.

iimb cgu

, Thomson has approximately 40,000 employees
and provides services in approximately 130 countries.

uwc lse

A growing repository of critical
data is clearly stating that the effective use of a student response system
offers increased efficiency for both the students and the professor -- a
direct alignment to one of our goals which is to provide tools that increase
student achievement," said Todd Pinney, Turning Technologies ' Higher Education
Business Unit Manager.10 billion, is a global leader in providing integrated information
solutions to business and professional customers. The Corporation's common
shares are listed on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges (NYSE: TOC; TSX:
TOC).

sjsu sdsu

The pilot course consisted of 650 marketing students at the
University of Illinois.uiuc.

belk uncg

Preliminary results of the two-semester pilot study illustrate an
'evolved' classroom experience as technology helps better engage students,
improves in-class attendance and elevates participation.

For more information, please visit Turning Technologies at
http://www.
Lehrich holds an MBA in Finance from the Krannert School of
Management at Purdue University and a BS in Healthcare Policy and
Administration from Penn State University .

uncc sdsu

TurningPoint allows an instructor to engage students and
assess comprehension through questions presented via PowerPoint slides."
Preliminary research was conducted by the ReedGroup throughout the fall
semester including faculty interviews, student surveys, focus groups, in-class
observations and student and faculty end-of-course evaluations.com), with 2004 revenues of
$8.com

About the University of Illinois College of Business
Internationally recognized as one of the leading business schools, the
College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has
outstanding programs in accountancy, business administration, and finance.

Deutsche Bank Relaunches Coverage of the Healthcare Facilities Sector; Managing Director Darren Lehrich Joins from Piper Jaffray + Co.

db .