Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Instructional design for the active: Employing interactive technologies and active learning exercises to enhance information literacy

variety of instructional scenarios, librarians at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke have been working to engage students with the use of interactive technologies combined with active learning strategies in attempts to enhance learning of information literacy (IL) skills. This paper describes the successful use of this approach in not only increasing student engagement, but also learning outcomes for performing specific competencies such as creating effective search strategies, evaluating information sources, and making distinctions between scholarly and popular publications. Practical examples of our use of class response systems (clickers), interactive whiteboards, wireless slates, and digital cameras in conjunction with active learning environments are discussed in the context of IL provision for both upper- and lower-division classes. An experiment using clickers reveals the specific impact that this technology can have regarding learning outcomes and student engagement, while discussion of the use of other technologies provides a practical look at implementation. Our study (n=234), focusing on the provision of information literacy sessions for English Composition II classes to a 'clicker' group and a control group, revealed a four-point increase from the pre-test to the post-test in the development of information-seeking competencies for students in classes using clickers and discussion, compared to classes using the lecture as a primary method of instruction. The results of these experiences shed light on the potential impact that implementation of interactive technologies, with a shift in pedagogy toward active learning, can have on student engagement and learning of information literacy concepts. While increased student engagement is evident with the use of these technologies, more research on the implementation of active learning in the context of information literacy instruction is needed in order to test the conclusion that learning outcomes can be successfully achieved as well.
Exploring level of use of ICT in medical education in Kenyan public universities

Objectives: To investigate the extent of use of ICT in medical education. Design: A descriptive study Setting: College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi Subjects: Academic staff. Results: The data-gathering tool exhibited appropriate reliability (Cronbach’salfpha= 0.91). The response scores were moderate (mean: 72.40),the factor that accounted for the greatest variability to decision making on the use of ICT. Professional qualification, gender or age had no significant relationship with the extent of use of ICT. However, there was evidence that staff and student training on ICT, administrative support and financial availability were the major factors, which need to be looked into to enable ICT use. Conclusion: Colleges of health sciences in Kenya need to bring fundamental changes in their curricula to incorporate ICT in their medical education and practice as well as offer ICT training for both students and faculty.
(C3H12N2)2[UO2(H2O)2(SO4)2]2·2H2O: an organically templated uranium sulfate with a novel dimer type

The title compound, bis­(propane-1,2-diaminium) tetra­aquadi-μ2-sulfato-disulfatotetra­oxodiuranate(VI) dihydrate, (C3H12N2)2[U2O4(SO4)4(H2O)4]·2H2O, contains discrete centrosymmetric anionic {[UO2(H2O)2(SO4)2]2}4− dimers with C3H12N22+ cations balancing the charge. The dimers form hydrogen-bonded layers. The cations and occluded water mol­ecules participate in an extensive hydrogen-bonding network. Each UVI centre is seven-coordinate with a penta­gonal–bipyramidal geometry. Both pendent and bridging sulfate tetra­hedra are observed, as well as bound and occluded water mol­ecules.
On the Concept of ‘Formless Invariants’ in Visual Perception

One of the many meanings of the term form is the face of a solid object [1]. The face of a polyhedron is a flat surface, a polygon. One of the faces of a polyhedron is the front face, that is the surface facing the point of observation. When an observer moves (or when the object itself is moved) the projectedform of this surface-form undergoes a continuous sequential perspective transformation [2]. The optical form undergoes change but the substantial form does not. The mathematician can think of this change as a family of geometrical forms, each linked to every other by a specific transformation and this conception is implied by projective geometry, a conception of forms outside of time. The perceptionist, however, thinks of it as a change in time. If he displays a continuous sequence of this sort, obtained by projecting a transforming shadow on a translucent screen, he finds that it will arouse the perception of a rigid surface in motion [3]. It was first concluded from this experiment that such a sequence (or geometrical family) of optical forms was a 'stimulus' for the perception of the face of an object. The term stimulus was being used in a very general sense, in a sense of the term that I have now abandoned, and I would now say instead that the sequence contained information for the perception. Note that only one face of an object is being considered. How one goes from the perception of the face of an object to the perception of the whole object was not explained at that time. More of this question later. In these first experiments, the hypothesis of invariants in the sequence of perspective transformations was implicit. It gradually became more
Technology Enhanced Assessment and Feedback: How is evidence-based literature informing practice?

Technology Enhanced Assessment and Feedback: How is evidence-based literature informing practice? Conference or Workshop Item How to cite: Whitelock, Denise; Gilbert, Lester and Gale, Veronica (2011). Technology Enhanced Assessment and Feedback: How is evidence-based literature informing practice? In: 2011 International Computer Assisted Assessment (CAA) Conference, Research into e-Assessment, 05-06 Jul 2011, Southampton.
Netter's Concise Orthopaedic Anatomy

1 Basic Science, 1 2 Spine, 29 3 Shoulder, 75 4 Arm, 109 5 Forearm, 139 6 Hand, 183 7 Pelvis, 219 8 Thigh/Hip, 249 9 Leg/Knee, 285 10 Foot/Ankle, 337
GRAPH THEORY APPLICATIONS IN DEVELOPING SOFTWARE TEST STRATEGIES FOR NETWORKING SYSTEMS

The graph-based metrics (cyclomatic complexity, essential complexity, module design complexity, system design complexity, and system integration complexity) are reviewed and applied for studying the C-code complexity and estimating the number of integration and unit tests for two networking systems: Carrier Networks Support system with switches and routers, and Aggregation System for networking services. Comparing different code releases, it is found that the reduction of the code complexity leads to significant reduction of errors and maintainability efforts. The test and code coverage issues for embedded networking systems are also discussed.
WhatSurdo: A Strategy to Simulate the Real Communicational World in Low Income Schools

WhatSurdo is a didactical material for stimulating writing and reading by simulating cell phone interaction in a dynamic way. It involves a 2D-representation of an instant messaging application, WhatsApp, simulating the reality of those who use it to communicate. Due to this stimulation that allows the students active participation in a practical (typing/writing adding figures/making draws) and theoretical (Language grammar) learning perspectives, it permits not only repetition but also thinking, feedback and assessment. This technology simulation was tested with four deaf students to evaluate its inclusive and stimulatory features. Whatsurdo has potential to help teachers to teach language to kids at different ages, including those with special needs and particularly those of low income schools and/or without contact with this kind of technology.
BP Neural Network and its applications based on improved PSO

BP Neural Network is an effective method for prediction so far,but there are some self-determinations in its practical applications,so a new BP Neural Network based on improved Particle Swarm Optimization(PSO) is proposed.The capacity of solving nonlinear problems of this algorithm is enhanced effectively through adjusting inertia factor ω dynamically.At the same time,the convergence speed of this algorithm and the capacity of searching global extremum is increased.The improved BP Network model is built up,and the rainfall in a certain city is analyzed by this model and gradually regression method.Evidence shows this model has high accuracy and stability.
Competence-Based Management Awards in Higher Education?

This paper reports on a project set up to assess the feasibility of introducing a competence-based management award in a university business school. The school has a long-established Executive MBA programme-could it be adapted to use the potential benefits of competence-based development and what issues would need to be dealt with? To find out, we worked with an advisory group of major employers, and designed and ran a pilot competence-based Certificate equivalent to Year 1 of the 3-year part-time MBA programme. The lessons of this pilot, and the evidence arising from our work with members of the advisory group, are set out in this paper. They indicate that linking workbased learning with a recognized qualification is more difficult and costly than expected, and the paper shows how we now plan to overcome those difficulties.
Getting down to Basics in Arts Education

It is refreshing, in an age in which the press to justify one's professional interests leads so many to give the customers what they want, to hear a voice that goes back to first principles. Throughout his career, Bennett Reimer has given to the field of music education an articulate reminder of first principles. Those of us in arts education hear more often than we would like requests to justify our professional existence or the existence of the arts in our schools on the basis of their contributions to non-art outcomes. How
Comparison of the influence of desflurane inhalation versus isoflurane inhalation on the morbidly obese patients undergoing laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery keeping adequate anesthetic depth and recovery

Objective To compare the efficacy and recovery profile of isoflurane and desflurane as the main anesthetics for morbidly obese patients under bispectral index(BIS) monitoring. Methods Forty morbidly obese patients (body mass index ≥35 kg·m -2) were randomly assigned into two groups. After intravenous induction of general anesthesia and tracheal intubation, anesthesia was maintained with either desflurane or isoflurane as the main anesthetics. The concentrations of the volatile drugs were adjusted to maintain BIS between 40 to 50 and hemodynamic stable. When the surgeon started the skin suture, the end-tidal concentration of the inhalational drug was reduced to keep BIS at 60. At the last skin suture,the inhalational drug was discontinued.During the postope- rative period the Adrete test was carried out to evaluate the intermediate recovery. Results No differences in anesthetic exposure and intraoperative adjuvants consumptions were found between the two groups. Eye opening, hand grip, extubation and orientation times of desflurane [(8.1±3.7),(9.8±4.1),(10.6±4.1),(14.1±5.5) min] were shorter than isoflurane[(13.2±4.9) ,(15.6±6.3),(16.9±6.9),(21.9±8.2) min] (P0.05). The time for Aldrete score reaching 9 was significantly shorter after desfurane than isoflurane(P0.05). Conclusion Under BIS monitoring,both desflurane and isoflurane can provide a safe and effective intraoperative control of hemodynamic stability and keep adequate anesthetic depth in morbidly obese patients. But desflurane has the advantage of a faster recovery and earlier discharge from the postanesthesia care unit than isoflurane.
Statistical Relation Nature between Climatic Variables and Soil Moisture during the Production of Cotton (Gossypium barbadense)

The information on impact of climatic factors on cotton production is not generally available, or at least not available or at least not available in the required form. Understanding this impact may help physiologists determine a possible control of the flowering mechanism in cotton plant. Field trials, in two successive seasons using cotton G. barbadense were carried out, to investigate the relationships between climatic factors, soil moisture status, and flower and boll production. The climatic factors considered were daily maximum air temperature, minimum air temperatures, maximum-minimum temperature (diurnal temperature range), sunshine duration, maximum relative humidity, minimum relative humidity, and wind speed. Minimum relative humidity and sunshine duration were the most significant climatic factors affecting flower and boll retention and production. Temperature appeared to be less important in the reproduction growth stage of cotton in Egypt than minimum relative humidity and sunshine duration. The soil moisture status showed low and insignificant correlation to flower and boll production [1].
Processes of Musical Semiosis

Musical symbols exist. They are one of several types of a semiotic class called musical signs. Musical symbols exist for those who perceive them. Inversely, for people who do not perceive musical symbols, they do not exist. Musical phenomena are not in themselves symbols, for they only become symbols when they are interpreted as such by a mentality that has physiological contact with them. (A mentality may be biological, mechanical, or electro-mechanical.) Some human beings have acquired the habit of interpreting musical phenomena as symbols, and they are capable of recognizing this fact or of describing their habit in general ways. This essay will discuss the behaviour of those people who interpret certain musical phenomena as symbol or sign, and it will disregard all others: in conversation with people who cannot perceive the existence of musical symbols, there is neither communication nor basis for discussion.
Extracting Translation Pairs from Comparable Corpora through Graph-based Label Propagation

This paper proposes a novel method for bilingual lexicon extraction from comparable corpora using graph-based label propagation. A previous study found that performance drastically decreases when the coverage of a seed lexicon is small. We address this problem by using indirect relations with bilingual seeds together with direct relations, in which each word is represented by a distribution of lexical seeds. The seed distributions are propagated over a graph that represents relations among words. Translation pairs are extracted by identifying word pairs with high similarities in the seed distributions. We propose two types of graphs: (1) a co-occurrence graph, representing co-occurrence relations between words; and (2) a similarity graph, representing context similarities between words. Evaluations on comparable corpora of English and Japanese patent documents show that our proposed graph propagation method outperforms conventional methods. Further, the similarity graph improved performance by clustering synonyms into the same translation.
A Study of Non-Euclidean s-Topology

The present paper focuses on the characterization of compact sets of Minkowski space with a non-Euclidean 𝑠-topology which is defined in terms of Lorentz metric. As an application of this study, it is proved that the 2-dimensional Minkowski space with 𝑠-topology is not simply connected. Also, it is obtained that the 𝑛-dimensional Minkowski space with 𝑠-topology is separable, first countable, path-connected, nonregular, nonmetrizable, nonsecond countable, noncompact, and non-Lindelof.
Markerless Affine Region Tracking and Augmentation Using MSER and SIFT

Due to the advancements in mobile computing hardware and the inclusion of cameras in many computing platforms, augmented reality systems have become widely available. This paper presents a real-time implementation of a novel markerless augmented reality algorithm which is able to track twodimensional affine regions without a priori information of the environment or computing a world model. The implementation consists of the MAR library; a modular software library which performs the region detection, identification, and tracking; and the Lighthouse application; a program which uses the MAR library to allow the user to augment scenes viewed from a camera. The algorithm used in this paper is able to track textured affinely invariant planar regions using the maximally stable extremal region (MSER) detector to detect the regions and scale-invariant feature transform (SIFT) detector to identify the regions. If three or more points from the region are matched across frames, an affine transformation is calculated which can be used to augment the scene by transforming a two-dimensional virtual image, causing it to appear to be stationary with respect to the region being tracked. Testing found that the system is robust at tracking translation, scale, and rotational changes in regions at a frame-rate adequate for realtime applications and is able to handle changes in angle and illumination.
Evaluation of Multi-constellation Advanced RAIM for Vertical Guidance Using GPS and GLONASS Signals with Multiple Faults

In the next years, two major changes in the GNSS environment could enable worldwide vertical guidance: the new L5 civil signal transmission and the launch of new GNSS constellation such as GLONASS, Galileo, and Compass. With these two enhancements, receivers can mitigate the ionospheric induced error and be used in Advanced RAIM for vertical guidance. For this purpose, several Advanced RAIM (ARAIM) algorithms have been proposed and extensive evaluations [1], [2], [3] have been implemented in order to achieve global coverage of LPV200. Previous work [4] has demonstrated the performance of multi-constellation ARAIM with real data. However, the previous evaluation focused on accuracy and Vertical Protection Level (VPL) requirements. In addition, that effort only tested nominal case and one satellite fault situation. Therefore, additional effort is necessary for other requirements, which is addressed in [3], [5]. Moreover, tests with extended failure states, such as multiple satellite failure and a constellation failure, must be performed to test the ability of multi-constellation ARAIM to provide integrity. In this paper, we will first present an accurate error model for both GPS and GLONASS using real data from our multi-constellation capable receiver. Then we will implement all the requirements of LPV-200 in our ARAIM prototype. The four requirements are 4 m 95% accuracy, 10 m fault free 10-7 vertical position error bound, and 35m VPL. Then we will show the performance of multi-constellation ARAIM under additional injected fault states which include cases with more than two satellites failures. This will be done using GPS and GLONASS real measurement data with either actual faults or simulated faults added to the real data.
Distributed System for Discovering Similar Documents

One of the drawbacks of e-learning methods such as Web-based submission and evaluation of students` papers and essays is that it has become easier for students to plagiarize the work of other people. In this paper we present a computer-based system for discovering similar documents, which has been in use at Masaryk University in Brno since August 2006, and which will also be used in the forthcoming Czech national archive of graduate theses. We also focus on practical aspects of this system: achieving near real-time response to newly imported documents, and computational feasibility of handling large sets of documents on commodity hardware. We also show the possibilities and problems with parallelization of this system for running on a distributed cluster of computers.
Statistical langauge models for alternative sequence selection

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Achieving Patient Compliance: The Psychology of the Medical Practitioner's Role

This is a surprisingly good book, the scope of which is unfortunately masked by its somewhat misleading title. It is, in fact, quite comprehensive. In the preface the authors set the tone for the more interesting scope by noting that they met when the cages of DiNicola's experimental pigs were leaking into DiMatteo's office. The meeting led to a collaboration, and eventually to marriage. The medical literature seems to be dry and scientific enough that this personal note was quite welcome. After reading the book, it was apparent that compliance, although important, was not the main theme addressed by the authors, but that their book was a rather comprehensive and insightful overview of many critical issues in doctor-patient communication. Selected aspects of the doctor-patient relationship (such as interviewing, cultural perspective, and the different health belief models) are, of course, covered in other texts. However, I have not seen a work
Sound Sculpture: Sounds, Shapes, Public Participation, Education

Beginning with a new definition of musical instruments, François Baschet analyzes various ways of making sounds without the help of electronics. He then examines different fields in which sound-producing sculptures and instruments can be used. Bernard Baschet focuses on the applicability of sound sculpture to music education. François Baschet then proposes a plan for the next 20 years.
Stability analysis in economic dynamics: A computational approach

Modern microeconomics and macroeconomics study dynamic phenomena. Dynamics could predict future states of an economy based on its structural characteristics. Economic dynamics are modeled in discrete and continuous time context, mainly via autonomous difference and differential equations. In this study, we use Xcas and Mathematica as software tools, in order to generate results concerning the dynamic properties of the solutions of the difference and differential equation(s) models and determine whether an economic equilibrium exists. Our computational approach does not require solving the difference or differential equation(s) and makes no assumptions for initial conditions. The results provide quantitative information based on the qualitative properties of the mathematical solutions. The computer codes are fully presented and can be reproduced as they are in computational-based research practice and education. The relevant output of CAS software is created in a way as to be interpreted without the knowledge of advanced mathematics.
Can an English Word Frequency Counter Serve the Requirements of Persian Automatic Indexing?

Abstract This article assessed the possible suitability of an English word frequency counter for Persian. Ten Persian articles related to agriculture were input to the software. The error analysis revealed that it had the potential to be used for Persian but modifications were necessary to reduce the errors. The main source of the errors lied in Persian morphology and alphabet and the availability of Persian and Arabic fonts, which permitted writers to introduce unsystematic variations in their writings. It was suggested that the Persian text be handled with all its inconsistencies through algorithms that would merge variations before the frequency count in run, or through deleting illegal spaces and converting them into full spaces and then using a closed list of bound morphemes to join the elements of multi unit words together.