Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Abundance estimate and seasonal patterns of grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) occurrence in Brittany, France, as assessed by photo-identification and capture–mark–recapture

It has been suggested that the large grey seal colonies around the British Isles form local populations within a metapopulation, and that seal movements outside the breeding season lead to considerable overlap between individual home ranges. Individual behaviour and population dynamics of small peripheral colonies may also play a role in the metapopulation. We studied the French grey seal colony of the Molène archipelago, at the southern-most limit of the species' range. We analysed photo-identification data with capture–mark–recapture techniques in order to estimate the total seasonal abundance of grey seals in the archipelago and to quantify the seasonal rates of occurrence or movements of male and female seals. We found that between 58 (95% confidence interval: 48–71) and 98 (95% CI: 75–175) individuals hauled out in the archipelago during the summers of 1999 and 2000. The use of multistate models allowed the assessment of seasonal site fidelity and indicated that it varied between key periods of the annual cycle, particularly for females. Males showed a constant fidelity rate of 56% from one season to another. Hence, even though they showed high inter-annual site fidelity, they did not seem to have a preferred season for using the archipelago. On the contrary, female grey seals showed the highest site fidelity between moult and summer (around 80%), and the lowest fidelity between summer and the breeding period (34–43%). Thus, females seem to use the Molène archipelago preferentially in summer and leave the site before the breeding season, which explains the very low local pup production. Philopatry may explain this pre-breeding emigration, and we suggest that most grey seals observed in the Molène archipelago were born and breed in other local breeding populations, probably the south-western British Isles.
Migration and genetic structure of Salmo salar and Salmo trutta in northern Swedish rivers

This thesis focuses on the migration of Atlantic salmon Salmo salar L. ) and sea trout (Salmo trutta L.) before, during and after spawning in two northern Swedish rivers and influence of habitats and environmental factors on these activities. In addition, genetic structure of brown trout and genetic impact of stocked salmon and sea trout juveniles from foreign populations on native stocks was studied. Migrations and genetics are related to anthropogenic factors as historical log-floating and hydropower production. On their spawning migration, radio-tagged salmon (n=128) and sea trout (n=86) showed that salmon mainly migrated directly to their spawning area, while sea trout exhibited several up- and downstream migrations. Migration speeds was lowered or delayed at steep sections and was higher (25 kmd-1) later in the migration period compared to early in the run (8 kmd-1) and negatively correlated with water flow. Salmon and sea trout spawned in the main stem in the river Vindelalven, 230 km and 60 km upstream, respectively, while sea trout in the river Pitealven spawned in various tributaries. A majority (90%) of the sea trout survived after spawning and overwintered in the rivers. These kelts migrated seaward in spring at water temperatures of 4–6°C whereafter 69% and 25% was lost at power-station passage in the rivers Vindelalven and Pitealven, respectively. Genetic differentiation among brown trout with different life histories was high (FST=0.09) while weak differentiation among sea migrating populations was revealed (maximum FST of 0.03). There was no correlation between genetic and geographic distance among all samples while among samples within the Vindelalven such relationship was significant. Within the Pitealven a subpopulation of sea trout was found in one tributary. Genetic assignment supported that tagged sea trout was homing to this stream. Despite longterm stocking of foreign salmon stocks in the river Savaran mixed-stock analysis were unable to detect genetic introgression. Likewise, genetic impact of stocking sea trout in the Savaran seemed low, however, with overlap in genotypes genetic introgression could not be ruled out. Restorations of connectivity and river habitats were hypothesized to positively influence salmon and sea trout production and gene flow among populations.
Within-herd phenotypic and genetic trend lines for milk yield in Holstein-Friesian dairy cows

A total of 937 pedigree, breeding and performance records of 567 Friesian cows at the Livestock Experiment Station Bhunikey Dist. Kasur (Pakistan) spanning the years 1982-2001 were analyzed using Best Linear Unbiased Predictions procedure. Individual animal models were fitted to total milk yield from all lactations to estimate breeding values by Restricted Maximum Likelihood methodology. Milk yield and lactation length averaged 3391.66 ± 137.97 kg and 278.40 ± 90.17 days, respectively. The estimated breeding values for milk yield ranged from –354 to 503 kg. The corresponding values for the standing herd ranged from –209 to 294 kg. The genetic trend for milk yield was slightly positive indicating that the sires used during the last 20 years were of better breeding values. Phenotypic reduction in milk yield over time was observed, a probable reflection of the inability of the cows to adapt to the local environment and other environmental inadequacies. Key words:
Applying a transformative learning framework to volunteer tourism

This paper applies the educational theory of transformative learning to reconceptualising the practices of volunteer tourism. The theory of transformative learning posits a 10-step process to experience a radical shift in consciousness that dramatically and irreversibly alters how participants see their place in the world. Volunteer tourism has commonly been seen as a form of alternative tourism that provides a cathartic experience for the volunteer tourists and benefits to the hosting organisation and the natural and/or social environment of the project. Existing research suggests that these outcomes have not, as yet, been achieved by current practices in this sector. In referring to the theory of transformative learning we note that some, but not all, of the 10 steps have been applied and that we might therefore expect volunteer tourism to fall short of its promises. We conclude that the theory of transformative learning offers a useful framework for volunteer tourism, providing insights into the need to create opportunities for participants to complete the transformative process. We suggest that volunteer tourism organisations redesign their activities to include the remaining steps of transformative learning to improve their product for both the tourists and the sustainability outcomes of the projects.
A Review of the Research into Teaching Styles/Behaviors' Impact on Students' Cognitive Outcomes and Bloom's Taxonomy.

Since the 1890s, researchers have been studying the impact of teachers' characteristics and styles on their students' progress. Many attempts to quantify basis of quality teaching have been made. The research into teaching styles has traveled through four distinct phases. The first was concerned with describing the characteristics of the effective teacher, although there was not any attempt to determine whether the identified teacher qualities were actually correlated with student learning outcomes. A second phase was a series of studies into the various methodologies of teaching. These studies led to the investigation of process-product processes, as displayed in the development of teacher assessment instruments. Researchers are currently trying to identify the interpersonal teaching styles of teachers and to determine their effects on student cognitive and affective outcomes. Research has not yet addressed the effect of interpersonal teaching behavior and student cognitive outcomes at the six taxonomic levels of cognition developed by B. Bloom. Research to investigate the correlations and the significance of any correlations among students responses to the Questionnaire on Teacher Interaction, achievement test scores, and cognitive outcomes is proposed. (Contains 50 references.) (SLD) ******************************************************************************** Reproductions supplied by EDRS are the best that can be made from the original document. ******************************************************************************** U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Office of Educational Research and Improvement EDU ATIONAL RESOURCES INFORMATION CENTER (ERIC) This document has been reproduced as received from the person or organization originating it. Minor changes have been made to improve reproduction quality. Points of view or opinions stated in this document do not necessarily represent official OERI position or policy. PERMISSION TO REPRODUCE AND DISSEMINATE THIS MATERIAL HAS BEEN GRANTED BY TO IN T CENTER (ERIC) A Review of the Research into Teaching Styles/Behaviors' Impact on Students' Cognitive Outcomes and Bloom's Taxonomy. Wade C. Smith, Jr. Texas Tech University Presented at the Annual Meetings of the SERA Austin,TX 23-25 January 1997
Determinants of turnover intention of sewing machine operators: case from leading apparel company

This paper mainly explores the determinants of turnover intention of the sewing machine operators (SMOs) in apparel industry. The paper aims to identify the impact of SMOs’ turnover intention on job satisfaction & organizational commitment and coping strategies for retention of SMOs. The study used survey method where data were collected through self-administered structured questionnaire from sample of 200 SMOs employed in a leading garment factory in Sri Lanka. Factors analysis extracted two components of determinants of the turnover intention: controllable and uncontrollable factors. Results revealed that the residency, civil status, recognition, work load, social image, job alternatives and work life balance is the significant predictors of the SMOs’ turnover intention. Turnover intention is significantly and negatively correlated with job satisfaction and organizational commitment. Sample t-test found a significant difference between the civil status and residency with the turnover intention. Increasing the salary levels, introduce skilled based incentive schemes, providing more facilities and treating employees in a friendly manner are the most effective retention strategies. DOI: http://dx.doi. org/10.4038/kjm.v1i2. 6535 Kelaniya Journal of Management Vol.1(2) 2012:107-123
IMPROVING LISTENING SKILL USING PODCAST FORENGLISH DEPARTMENT STUDENTS OF UPY

The study is about to improve the students listening skill by uisng podcast as one of material sources taken from the internet. The objective of this study are to identify some steps that are going to be implemented in teaching listening using podcast to improve the students’ listening skill of English Department students of UPY, and to describe the improvement of students listening ability using podcast in their learning. This research is an Action Research. There were three cyles in this research. Every cycle consists of planning, action, obervation and reflection. The participants are the fourth semester students of Englisg eductaion Program of UPY. There are two kinds of data in this research. They are quantitative and qualitative data. In this classroom action research, the qualitative data are taken from the result of observation, interview, and questionnaire done by teacher and collaborator while the action is being carried out. Meanwhile, the quantitative data are taken form test. In the first one the researcher gives pre-test and at the end of the lesson the researcher gives post-test in order to know whether podcast can improve the students’ skill in listening. The result is then analyzed using descriptive statistics to know the difference of scores before and after the cycle. The result of the research showed that t applying top-up and bottom up strategis and another approach to incorporating listening strategies in a listening lesson involves a cycle of activities as steps in guided metacognitive sequence in a listening lesson, i.e.: Pre-listening activity, First listen, and Pair process-based discussion using materials sources from podcast were effective and improved the students’ listening skill. It could be seen from the average of result of their pre test, post test I dan post test II that significatly increased. Meanwhile, the dialogue and story from podcast were able to help them in developing their skill in listening to the native speakers’ sound by knowing the correct pronunciation, writing, and knowing various vocabularies. By studying in groups, the students could study better because they could share their knowledge without feeling afraid of making mistakes in re-telling what they have listened. They also felt happy in learning using podcast.
oupling a water balance model with forest inventory data to predict rought stress : the role of forest structural changes vs . climate hanges

Mechanistic water balance models can be used to predict soil moisture dynamics and drought stress in individual forest stands. Predicting current and future levels of plant drought stress is important not only at the local scale, but also at larger, landscape to regional, scales, because these are the management scales at which adaptation and mitigation strategies are implemented. To obtain reliable predictions of soil moisture and plant drought stress over large extents, water balance models need to be complemented with detailed information about the spatial variation of vegetation and soil attributes. We designed, calibrated and validated a water balance model that produces annual estimates of drought intensity and duration for all plant cohorts in a forest stand. Taking Catalonia (NE Spain) as a case study, we coupled this model with plot records from two Spanish forest inventories in which species identity, diameter and height of plant cohorts were available. Leaf area index of each plant cohort was estimated from basal area using species-specific relationships. Vertical root distribution for each species in each forest plot was estimated by determining the distribution that maximized transpiration in the model, given average climatic conditions, soil attributes and stand density. We determined recent trends (period 1980–2010) in drought stress for the main tree species in Catalonia; where forest growth and densification occurs in many areas as a result of rural abandonment and decrease of forest management. Regional increases in drought stress were detected for most tree species, although we found high variation in stress changes among individual forest plots. Moreover, predicted trends in tree drought stress were mainly due to changes in leaf area occurred between the two forest inventories rather than to climatic trends. We conclude that forest structure needs to be explicitly considered in assessments of plant drought stress patterns and trends over large geographic areas, and that forest inventories are useful sources of data provided that reasonably good estimates of soil attributes and root distribution are available. Our approach coupled with recent improvements in forest survey technologies may allow obtaining spatially continuous and precise assessments of drought stress. Further efforts are needed to calibrate droughtrelated demographic processes before water balance and drought stress estimates can be fully used for the accurate prediction of drought impacts. © 2015 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved. Abbreviations: DDS, daily drought stress; DI, drought intensity; NDD, number f drought days; LAI, leaf area index; PET, potential evapotranspiration; SFI, spanish orest inventory. ∗ Corresponding author at: Centre Tecnològic Forestal de Catalunya. Ctra. antiga t. Llorenç km 2, E−25280–Solsona, Catalonia, Spain. Fax: +34 973 48 13 92. E-mail address: miquelcaceres@gmail.com (M.D. Cáceres). ttp://dx.doi. org/10.1016/j.agrformet. 2015.06. 012 168-1923/© 2015 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
The Shannon Portal: Designing an Auditory Display for Casual Users in a Public Environment

We developed an installation for a public environment and casual users where auditory display was a significant element to facilitate user interaction. We used an iterative design process, starting from simple onomatopoeic representations, to complex sound object models in Pure Data. The system was evaluated at each stage, from the lab to the final public setting. The problems addressed covered the representations of left-right, up-down, and the amount of movement by the user or groups of users. In addition to this, it was important that the auditory display would attract attention when users were within control range of the system, i.e. an affordance that invited and allowed users to discover functionality.
Genetic variability, heritability and genetic advance studies in aromatic short grain rice (Oryza Sativa l.) genotypes

Rice is the major cereal crop of India. Aromatic rice possesses immense diversified quality of size, shape and appearance of grain, milling quality and cooking properties (Dela Cruz and Khush, 2000). Most of the varieties are small and medium grained under aromatic rice, possessing excellent aroma and other quality traits like elongation after cooking, taste, flavour etc. In the present scenario, when govt. is focusing to double the farm income by 2020. Rice can be a turning point for income enhancement. In this backdrop, aromatic rice of short grain feature is a boon for farmers for profit making. It is grown in pockets of provinces like Bihar, Orrisa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Uttar pradesh etc. (Singh et al.,). The present study was carried out on aromatic short grain rice genotypes tested under Advance Varietal Trial-Two (AVT-2) consisting of total 11 entries along with three checks {(Kalanamak (RC), Vishnubhog(LC) & Badshahbhog(NC)} to screen out the best genotypes compared to checks and to advance such entries for next level. Along with the screening a study on genetic parameter has been conducted to advance the genotype on the basis of sound genetic principles. The trial was conducted at Barrister Thakur Chhedilal College of Agriculture and Research Station, Sarkanda (IGKV Raipur), Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh during kharif 2013-14. Analysis of variance reflected significant differences among the genotypes for all the traits studied. The CD value of (5.99) confirms that genotypes numbered PNR 546 (48.22 q/ha) and CN 1646-6-11-9 (47.78 q/ha) out yielded all the three checks viz. Kalanamak (32.44 q/ha), Vishnubhog (28.67 q/ha) and Badshahbhog (20.00 q/ha). The phenotype variance was higher in magnitude than that of genotypic variance for all studied characters indicates the influence of environmental factors on these traits. The estimates of genotypic & phenotypic coefficients of variation (GCV & PCV) were high for all the characters (flowering, plant height, panicle length, flag leaf length, tillers pet plant,1000 grain weight and grain yield) except days to maturity. Heritability in broad sense was highest for all the characters. High heritability along with high genetic advance as percent of mean was registered for grain yield, 1000 grain weight, tillers per plant, flag leaf length, panicle length & plant height. Its indicates the involvement of additive type of gene action in controlling these character & selection will be effective for crop improvement.
Interpreting flash flood palaeoflow parameters from antidunes and gravel lenses: An example from Montserrat, West Indies

The wavelength of stationary water‐surface waves and their associated antidune bedforms are related to the mean velocity and depth of formative flow. In past published sand‐bed flume experiments, it was found that lens structures were preserved during antidune growth and change, and the dimension of the lenses was empirically related to antidune wavelength, and thus could be used to estimate flow velocity and depth. This study is the first to compare observations of formative flow conditions and resulting sedimentary structures in a natural setting, testing the previously published relationship at a field‐scale. Trains of stationary and upstream migrating water‐surface waves were prevalent during the flash flood in October 2012 in the Belham Valley, Montserrat, West Indies. Wave positions and wavelengths were assessed at 900 sec intervals through the daylight hours of the event within a monitored reach. The wave data indicate flow depths up to 1·3 m and velocity up to 3·6 m sec−1. Sedimentary structures formed by antidune growth and change were preserved in the event deposit. These structures include lenses of clast‐supported gravel and massive sand, with varying internal architecture. The lenses and associated low‐angle strata are comparable to sand‐bed structures formed from stationary and upstream migrating waves in flume experiments, confirming the diagnostic value of these structures. Using mean lens length in the event deposit underestimated peak flow conditions during the flood and implied that the lenses were preserved during waning flow.
Markets for Government of Canada Securities in the 1990s: Liquidity and Cross-CountryComparisons

In this article, the author reviews the factors behind the recent evolution of liquidity in the market for Government of Canada (GoC) securities. He finds that liquidity has been supported by changes in the structure of the market, notably the introduction and increasing size of benchmark bond issues. He also notes that while the GoC bond market has generally benefited from changes in market structure, liquidity in the treasury bill market has decreased since the mid-1990s, largely because of the declining supply of these securities. This article also presents some comparisons of liquidity in the government securities markets of other industrialized countries and finds that liquidity in the Canadian market appears to compare favourably with all but the large U.S. Treasury market.
Human resource development as a correlate of performance of the banking industry in Ogun State, Nigeria

The study examined human resource development as a correlate of performance of the banking industry in Ogun State. Primary and secondary data were used in the study. Primary data were collected from the sampled commercial banks’ staff in Abeokuta metropolis while secondary data were sourced from published 2012 and 2013 Financial Statements of commercial banks. Data were analysed using Ordinary Least Squares and chi-square analyses. The study revealed significant positive relationship between expenditure on human development and each of the financial performance indicators. More than 50% of the total variation in each of the financial performance indicators except retained earnings (49%) was explained by human capital expenditure. The study also showed that training programmes have positive effect on the performance of commercial bank staff. The study posited that the new generation banks spent more on human resource development compared to old generation banks. The number of staff trainings and duration of trainings were low and most trainings were in-house. The need for management of commercial banks to encourage staff training in order to enhance their financial performance as well as the performance of employee is recommended. Old generation banks are advised to increase their annual budget on staff training.