Daniel Acevedo, applications engineer, Texas Instruments explains how a front-end power management unit enables system designers to continue using their single-cell-based designs, while increasing efficiency of subsystems needing higher input voltage.
efficiency and run-time while simultaneously minimizing time-to-market by enabling the reuse of an existing power design.
For more information download these documents:
- TPS65090 Datasheet
- TPS65090EVM-108 User’s guide (SLVU778), Texas Instruments, October 2012
- TI Solutions for Tablets and eBooks (SLYY028C), Texas Instruments, 2Q 2012


Works Of Nigerian-American Medical Doctor, Ikenna Ihim Published On World Renowned Medical Platform.
A Nigeria born international and renowned medical Practitioner based in the United States of America, Dr. Ikenna Ihim, MD, MBA, has yet again made another resounding impact with the release and publication of his work titled “A Breath of Fresh Air”.
The academic findings of Dr. Ikenna Ihim was published by Bio Medical Central.
The invivo experiments of the research was conducted at the John Hopkins Minimally Invasive Surgical Training and Innovation Center.
Johns Hopkins is ranked by many reputable systems as one of the best medical programs in the world.
The significant recognition for the works of a Nigerian-American Medical Doctor became outstandingly commendable with the citation of his research work by Wikipedia of Nasogastric Intubation recently.


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By Joanna Haynes, Karin Murris
Murris, K. (1992) Teaching Philosophy with Picture Books. London, Infonet Publications.
Murris, K. & J. Haynes (2000) Storywise: Thinking Through Stories; Issue1. Newport,
Murris, K. & J. Haynes (2002) Storywise: Thinking Through Stories; Issue2. Newport,
Murris, K. (2009) Thinking Moves. Booklet published on www.p4c.com
Murris, K. & J. Haynes (2010) Storywise: Thinking Through Stories; International edition (E-book).
Storywise is a fascinating resource that harnesses the power of familiar stories to open up a space for children’s thinking and enquiry. This publication consists of comprehensive guidance for teachers on facilitation of philosophical enquiry; a range of worked examples of stories; and a web of intriguing ideas that can inform teachers’ preparation for their dialogues with children.
Age Range: 3 and upwards.
Authors: Karin Murris (University of Cape Town) is a Dutch practical philosopher who has worked with children of all age groups for two decades. She is also an expert in children’s literature and her work has often been featured in the international media.
Joanna Haynes (University of Plymouth) is an experienced teacher and teacher-educator with interests in language, oracy, literacy and participatory approaches to teaching. Joanna has been involving school children in philosophical enquiry and leading in-service courses for teachers for the last 16 years.
Review of Storywise, by Dr Sara Liptai
If you buy this book, you will find a stand-alone guide that will give you a complete introduction, with countless examples and helpful hints, into using picture books with young children to generate philosophical discussions. If you are in any way concerned with the education of young children, but the idea of them doing philosophy sounds like a tall tale, I would urge you to buy the book. It will convince you.
But, in fact, you are buying rather more than the one book advertised. This is because within SW at least three books coexist.
One section is a guide to using picture books with young children in the context of the teaching of English, with many connections to other curriculum subject areas. Another section is a guide to creating an environment for, and with, young children for the purpose of profound philosophical discussions about the big issues, like the body and the mind, love and loss, life and death. Yet another section is a detailed guide to developing young children's thinking, listening and speaking skills through discussion and a large range of games and exercises.
The common thread between all aspects of the book is philosophical enquiry, which is facilitated group discussion in the supportive but intellectually challenging environment of the community of enquiry.
The book's cohesive force comes from the authors' evident commitment to, and delight in, the process and outcomes of such enquiries. Their obviously extensive experience not only gives the book an exceptional richness, it also enables them to show you many different ways of going about the same thing without being prescriptive.
You are introduced to the fascinating world of children's philosophising about questions of interest to them. You are given a great deal of guidance to prepare you for the unpredictable outcomes of philosophical enquiry with children, and then you are invited to throw away the crutches of the guidance, and start enjoying and building on the outcomes of the children's discussions.
If you are a teacher or a parent, keen to aid your children's intellectual and social development, you will find that you cannot wait to try out the ideas and activities on whatever children you can get your hands on.


In this article, we shall be exploring EPUB files. I will reveal to you what it is all about, how to open it, and finally how to convert it to other formats on your computer.
Table of Contents
EPUB files stand for Electronic Publication files. It has become a popular format for ebooks and digital documents. They offer a wide range and accessible ways to read and store content. In this blog post, just like I said in the introduction, we will delve into what EPUB files are, how to open them on your computer, and how to convert them to other formats. Whether you are an avid reader or working with digital documents, understanding EPUB files can be a plus to your knowledge.
What Is an EPUB File?
EPUB, or Electronic Publication, is a file format designed for ebooks and digital publications. It is based on open standards, making it accessible on various devices and platforms, including eReaders, smartphones, tablets, and computers. EPUB files are known for their flexibility, as they can adapt to different screen sizes and fonts, making for a comfortable reading experience. They support text, images, and interactive elements, making them a versatile choice for both fiction and non-fiction content.
Also read: Best PDF Readers for Android to Read Books
How to Open EPUB Files on Your Computer
To open EPUB files on your computer, you will need an EPUB reader or compatible software. Below are steps on how to do it on your computer.
Use a Dedicated EPUB Reader
There are several free EPUB reader applications available for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Popular options include Calibre, Adobe Digital Editions, and FBReader. Download and install one of these programs to open EPUB files.
Use Web Browsers
Some modern web browsers like Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge can open EPUB files directly. Simply double-click the EPUB file, and it should open in your browser.
Online EPUB Readers
If you don’t want to download software, you can use online EPUB readers like Readium, where you can upload and read EPUB files from your browser.
How to Convert EPUB Files to Different Formats
There may be some situations when you need to convert an EPUB file to another format, such as PDF or MOBI. This can be done using various software or online tools. Here’s how:
Calibre, the popular ebook management software, not only opens EPUB files but also allows you to convert them to various formats. Simply import the EPUB file, select the desired output format, and click the “Convert” button.
Numerous online tools like Zamzar and Online-Convert.com allow you to upload an EPUB file and convert it to your preferred format. Be cautious and choose reputable websites for your conversions.
If you are looking to convert EPUB to a specific eReader format (e.g., MOBI for Kindle), consider using tools or software like Kindle Previewer (for MOBI) or ePUBee (for Kindle and other formats).
EPUB files offer a convenient and adaptable way to enjoy digital content, whether it is your favorite ebook or a business document. With various EPUB readers and conversion tools available, opening and converting EPUB files on your computer is straightforward. Remember to choose secure sources for your software and online conversions to protect your data.


Wow. Powerful. Moving. Heart-wrenching. Eye-Opening. Educational. Beyond Suspenseful. Must Share!
These are just a few of the words and phrases that come to mind when I think of this book. To say it was suspenseful would be an understatement. Truly a book I could not put down until I was finished.
I highly recommend this for anyone who is interested in opening up their worldview and understanding what's really going on in the world around us. The story was so compelling - it felt as if the author, Alana Terry, must be writing a memoir.
Have you felt your heart hurt for those facing persecution but felt you could never fully comprehend it? Yet you desperately wanted to understand and know how to pray? Look no further. This is a strong voice for the persecuted church and a great educational resource for anyone willing to open their hearts and minds.
If you do have a heart for the persecuted church, take time to learn more about, The Voice of the Martyrs. It's a wonderful organization who puts a voice, face and name to those standing for their faith around the world. They not only tell their stories, but they support them in a variety of ways.
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The Beloved Daughter, an inspirational suspense novel by award-winning author Alana Terry, is a story of persecution and triumph set in the oppressive North Korean regime. The audiobook version of Alana's bestselling debut novel is narrated by Kathy Garver, a four-time Audie award winner and Lifetime Achievement Award recipient from the Motion Picture Council. (You might also recognize Kathy as Cissy from the TV show Family Affair.)
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The Beloved DaughterSynopsis: In a small North Korean village, a young girl struggles to survive. It is her father's faith, not the famine of North Hamyong Province, that most threatens Chung-Cha's well-being. The Beloved Daughter follows Chung-Cha into one of the most notorious prison camps the contemporary free world has known. Her crime? Being the daughter of a Christian.
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Joseph R. Holmes edited and compiled a favorite book of mine that I've referred to many times throughout the years. Holmes' "The Quotable Ronald Reagan - The Common Sense and Straight Talk of Former California Governor Ronald Reagan" was published in 1975, but many of these direct quotes compiled from various speeches and interviews still resonate today.
I've listed just a few of my favorite quotes below:
If a bureaucrat had been writing the 10 Commandments, a simple rock slab would not have been near enough room. Those simple rules would have read: "Thou Shalt Not, unless you feel strongly to the contrary, or for the following stateside exceptions, see paragraphs 1-10 subsection #A."
June 6, 1974
Our constitution is a document that protects the people from government.
Sept 17, 1973
I have a little bronze plaque on my desk and I hope I can live by the inscription it bears - "You can accomplish much if you don't care who gets the credit."
June 28, 1972
Too many people, especially in government, feel that the nearest thing to eternal life we will ever see on this earth is a government program.
May 10, 1972
We sure can't be like the fellow's wife who used to cut off both ends of the ham before she cooked it. When he asked her why she did that, she said because that's the way her mother always did it.
One day, he got the chance to ask his mother-in-law why she cut off both ends of the ham before she cooked it. And she said because that's the way HER mother did it.
Came the holidays and Grandma was visiting and he told her about it and asked if that was true- why did she cut off both ends of the ham before she cooked it? She said, "that's simple. I never had a pan big enough to get the whole ham in it."
May 31, 1974
Your teachers will hate me for this but my favorite subject in college was football. Today, I am fascinated with history.
March 8, 1973


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Karmen Gei Written and directed by Joseph Gai Ramaka, produced by Richard Sadler 82 minutes, color 2001, Senegal In French and Wolof with English subtitles VHS distributed by California Newsreel and DVD distributed by Kino International
Based loosely on Georges Bizet's 1875 opera Carmen, Karmen Gei is the first African film musical of this frequently adapted tale. (1) In Karmen Gei, Senegalese filmmaker Joseph Gai Ramaka deploys several creative interventions to re-imagine the legendary story from 1820's Spain to postcolonial, urban Senegal. Gai Ramaka is not especially invested in delivering a faithful rendition of the well-known Carmen plot. Rather, his production focuses on exploring both the exuberance and destructive power of Karmen's character. Gai Ramaka takes the Carmen prototype, originally a free-spirited gypsy, and reframes her within the prism of Senegalese life in particular and postcolonial Africa in general. In this frame, Karmen is not just an independent, free-spirited woman whose voracious carnal desire leads to her tragic fate. She is also an outlaw, sexual maverick, and political dissident. Within the first ten minutes of the film, Gai Ramaka establishes Karmen as a veritable force of nature capable of destabilizing anyone and anything in her path. As the chorus of women inmates sings, "Be careful! Hide your women, hide your men. Karmen has come! She who creates havoc is here."
The key ingredient of the Carmen legend is the relationship among the protagonist Karmen, singer Massigi (Escamillo the toreador in the Bizet version), and the corporal Lamine Diop (Don Jose in the Bizet version) whose life she ruins and who eventually kills her. In this version, Gai Ramaka further complicates the love triangle with the character of Angelique, the prison warden whom Karmen seduces, thereby ensuring her escape from Kumba Kastel women's prison. (2) Gai Ramaka's inclusion of Karmen's relationship with Angelique is both the most avant-garde aspect of his adaptation and the most essential to the story's postcolonial perspective. As suggested by her name, the comparatively fair-skinned Angelique provides an important antithesis to Karmen's "devilish" character. Because Angelique is Christian, as demonstrated by her funeral, and a prison warden, she represents the authority of the former colonizers. Karmen, on the other hand, embodies the counterpoint to and collapse of all that Angelique represents. After realizing that she can never truly possess Karmen, the despondent Angelique commits suicide by drowning herself in the seemingly boundless ocean off Goree Island's coast.
Set within the postcolonial context, Karmen's unbridled freedom poses a threat to the colonial and patriarchal structures that can neither control nor contain her. Although Karmen's sexuality serves her pleasure, it is also her tool of power, for it embodies the means by which she challenges and destroys symbols of authority, including the prison warden Angelique and army corporal Lamine Diop. Along the same lines, Karmen's bisexuality indicates her full sexual liberation from heterosexual patriarchy. Her "emancipation" thus raises a compelling question about women and sexual politics in Senegalese society: What power do women possess to topple the structures of authority? Like the films of fellow Senegalese Ousmane Sembene, Gai Ramaka's production praises the might of women. Several scenes are crucial to constructing this motif. In addition to the beach scene where Karmen extols women's strength to Massigi, the lengthy musical scene at Karmen's mother's bar also references female Senegalese historical figures renowned for their heroism, bravery, and tragedy. It is here that we meet Massigi who, like a griot, recounts the legacies of Aline Sitoe and the women of Nder. (3)
Compared to films by Senegalese filmmakers, including Ousmane Sembene and Djibril Diop Mambety, known for their slow pace, serious tone, and sociopolitical didacticism, Gai Ramaka "s production might be characterized as ente...


When using Samsung Galaxy phones, keeping private photos and videos from prying eyes is a good idea. You can accomplish that with One UI’s default functions. Check out how to hide pictures and videos on Samsung’s Galaxy (android) mobile phone.
Secure Folders from Samsung and Google Photos or OneDrive’s Private Vault can hide your confidential videos and photos.
How to Hide Album in Samsung Gallery
A great feature of Samsung’s One UI software is Secure Folder. Install social media apps on your phone to use multiple accounts and hide apps, documents, and media.
If you want more information on setting up a secure folder on Samsung phones, you can check out our dedicated post about it.
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1- How to Hide Photos and Videos in Android (Gallery App)
The first step in setting up Secure Folder is to enable it on your phone. In the Gallery application, you can hide photos and videos in Secure Folder after this process is completed.
- Open the Notification menu by swiping it down. Enable Secure Folder from the quick toggles.
- To access the App drawer, swipe up and open it. Identify the Samsung Gallery app with a flower icon and tap it.
- Using the Albums tab, you can browse media by date or view images from the albums.
By selecting an image and opening the preview, you can hide it.
- Choose the ‘Move to Secure Folder’ option from the three-dot menu at the bottom-right corner of the screen.
Moving multiple images or videos to the Secure Folder is also possible. A hidden Secure Folder can be found in the App drawer. The Secure Folder will now be available in the App drawer. To check hidden media, you need to authenticate.
2- Use Google Photos Locked Folder
In the default Gallery app on Google Photos for Android, photos and videos can also be hidden in a Locked Folder. Firstly, you will have to set up the app by going to the Utility menu inside the app. To complete these steps, you must update your website.
- Select Google Photos from the app drawer menu and launch it.
- On the bottom bar, tap the Library icon. Select the ‘Utilities’ tab on the top bar of the screen in order to begin using it.
- Select the ‘Set up Locked Folder’ option on the left-hand side of the page and select the Get Started option.
- Next, tap on Set up from the menu that appears.
- Select the images you want to hide in the Photos menu.
- Select Move to Locked Folder from the three-dot menu.
Note: Hidden items cannot be backed up or shared.
In the main Photos menu, images will be moved to a Locked Folder. Under Library > Utility > Locked Folders, you can access hidden media.
While Locked Folders have many advantages, they also have a few drawbacks. All hidden media will be lost if you uninstall Google Photos. Locked Folders do not save your photos or videos to the cloud.
Locked Folder files can’t be accessed on another phone or the web. There is no editing or sharing of media stored in a Locked Folder.
How to Protect Your Samsung Media Files?
Galaxy phones can hide photos and videos with Samsung’s Secure Folder. You may be able to use Personal Vault if you are using OneDrive and Microsoft 365. If you use Google Photos Locked Folder, you should know its limitations.


Aug 22, 2023
Effective with the 2024 volume, Digestive Endoscopy (DEN) will be published as an online-only journal. Accepted articles published in 2024 will therefore appear in the online edition and will not be available in print. All other normal author benefits and services remain in place.
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Young Adult, or YA as it’s more commonly referred to, is a genre of book that kind of broaches the gap between Children’s and Adult Literature. It’s a minefield of magnificence but if you’re looking to get into the genre and you haven’t a clue where to start don’t worry; I’ve got your back!
I’m not an expert – who can be when the amount of books in this genre per year seems to be on the rise every second? Still, it’s a passion of mine and I wanted to give you the low down on what’s good so you can dip your toe in before cannonballing in at the deep end.
So, without further ado, here are the Top Five YA books to get you started:
1. The Perks of Being a Wallflower
There is a film but don’t chicken out; Read. This. Book. ‘Perks’ will throw you into the life of a teenage boy who is a little bit shy and odd. He meets a group of friends who open his eyes to the world in a heartbreaking way. It’s also funny and cute and will make you long for adventure.
2. Everybody Sees the Ants
The story of a young boy who lives in the shadow of his grandfather who never came home from the Vietnam War; sounds strange and it is. This book has the ability to drag you into the mind of Lucky Linderman, a kid who is just trying to get by in spite of his parents. He escapes into fantasy through his dreams and learns some pretty thought provoking stuff along the way.
3. 13 Little Blue Envelopes
Just in case you thought I was leaning towards the boys POV, here is a story of a girl who takes off across the world following the clues her dead aunt has left for her. It’s a journey of self discovery and it’s funny! It will make you long for a bit of adventure and mystery.
For the young girl in this story her mind is her own worst enemy. Every night her memory gets wiped and she starts each day with a blank slate. Her only way to keep track is by writing in a diary and relying on her mother and friends to remind her who she is. When she meets a boy her world is flipped upside down. Filled with twists and turns that would make any sci-fi writer proud the plot will take you on a journey, a mystery and come through with a revelation that will make it all worthwhile.
5. Looking for Alaska
There’s no YA list without a book by John Green. All of his books are a great way into the genre but I’ve picked Looking for Alaska because I love a good boarding school setting. High School hi-jinx and bittersweet friendships aside this book is funny, thought provoking and will leave a lasting mark on you. The relationships are realistic in their reminiscence of youth; you’ll find no problem getting pulled into this world and feeling those pangs of first love, it’s getting over it once the last page is read that’s the problem.
There are many more books I could recommend but I think these will get you started and you’ll find your own way from here.


Episode 66: Analyzing The Public Behaviour of Donald Trump: Novel ABA Research with Dr. Robin Arnall, Ph.D., BCBA-D
In Episode 66, Ben chats with Robin Arnall, Ph.D., BCBA-D. Dr. Arnall is an Autistic Assistant Professor at Russell Sage College. They dive into her research paper on the public behaviour of Donald Trump as well as some her other novel research areas. Ben and Robin also discuss how she is building a culture of neurodiversity affirming practices with her students.
Podcast Website: www.behaviourspeak.com
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History of the World Wide Web
What is the World Wide Web?/ World Wide Webs Definition?
The World Wide Web has fueled the information age like nothing before it. Almost every person now can have access to the vast array of information contained on the Web. Libraries offer free connections to the Internet and Internet Service Providers (ISP) are even giving away computers to people who sign service contracts with them.
Web-based companies offer some of the most sought after stocks in the equities market. One can hardly read the newspaper, listen to the radio or watch the television without hearing about the Internet. We are truly in the age of the Internet and the World Wide Web, which has grown out of it.
The Internet was developed in the early 1960s as a project of the Department of Defense and Advanced Research Project Association, otherwise known as ARPA, ARPA created a computer network that allowed its various research facilities to have computer access to research at its other facilities. This first network was called ARPA Net.
The ARPA Net was designed over the course of a number of years. Its final design was presented at a symposium in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, in 1%7. By 1969, four university campuses were hooked together to form the first portion of the ARPA Net, These universities were Stanford Research Institute, U.C.L.A., U.C, Santa Barbara, and the University of Utah.
In the early 1970s, the ARPA Net grew to 2,3 sites. Although the ARPA Net could allow researchers to share a multitude of information, e-mail emerged as the most popular use for the system. By 1973, the ARPA Net had sites around the world.
In the mid-70s, the ARPA Net was opened to the public but this was not widely known, and it was not widely utilized. In 1979, two graduate students at Duke University, Tom Truscott and Jim Ellis along with Steve Bellovin at the University of North Carolina established the first Use Net group. The Use Net group allowed users from different ARPA Net sites to discuss topics of specific interest to them.
In 1981, ARPA Net had 213 sites. A site was added approximately every twenty days.
In the early 1980s, a communication language known as TCP/IP was developed as a common language for all computers on the ARPA Net. By 1982, the network of computers communicating under the TCP/IP language became known as the Internet.
Later, in the ’80s, the ownership of computers was no longer limited to universities and government agencies who were able to afford large computers or supercomputers. Desktop computing and personal computers became more prevalent and popular. By 1987, the number of sites on the Internet exceeded 10,000. By 1989, that number exceeded 100,000. In 1990, it exceeded 300,000. Ironically, in 1990, the original ARPA Net was shut down and abandoned.
In the early 1990s, the government lifted many of the restrictions on Internet usage allowing it to be used for more commercial purposes. The University of Minnesota developed a program called Gopher that, for the first time, allowed users of the Internet to navigate on it more easily.
Internet VS World Wide Web:
In 1991, Tim Berners-Lee, who was working in Switzerland, developed a computer code, which he posted on a news group called “alt.hypertext.” The code was a universal language that allowed easy navigation on the Internet and the use of multi-media attachments. This is the HTML programming language that now is used on the World Wide Web.
In 1993, the first graphical-based web browser became available. It was known as Mosaic. Between 1994 and 1996, approximately 4 million people were connected to the Internet. By 1996, the number of Internet users was almost 10 million.
In 2000, virtually every person in the United States who would like access to the World Wide Web has a way to obtain it. Many libraries offer free access, and ISPs offer free computers to customers who sign up for Internet service. Internet commerce is booming and investment in Internet related companies is staggering.
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- Monster Monster, The New York Times bestselling novel and first Michael L. Printz award winner, is celebrating 15 years in publication this year!
- Darius & Twig Darius & Twig, a novel about friendship and needing to live one's own dream is a 2014 Coretta Scott King Honor Book.
- Bad Boy As a boy, Walter Dean Myers was quick-tempered and always ready for a fight. He also read voraciously. He would check out books from the library and carry them home, hidden in brown paper bags in order to avoid other boys' teasing. Bad Boy is his story.
- Fallen Angels Myer's seminal coming-of-age tale, Fallen Angels, set in the trenches of the Vietman war, was recently released as an ebook for the first time by Zola Books.
- Invasion "In Invasion, Myers has done peace an inestimable service by showing so vividly what a truly terrible idea war is." - Booklist (starred review)
- Just Write "Walter Dean Myers offers a wealth af advice that is professional and pragmatic and often couched in the context of his own work. Feeling that books saved his life, Myers now gives his readers the same opportunity through his advice and his large-hearted example." - Booklist
I think my life is special. In a way it seems odd that I spend all of my time doing only what I love, which is writing or thinking about writing. If everyone had, at least for part of their lives, the opportunity to live the way I do, I think the world would be a better place.
I believe that everyone is intelligent. I believe that everyone can be creative. I like just about everyone I meet. For me, life has been good and it’s up to me to appreciate it. I hope that the next book, story or poem that I write will be worthy of the time the reader spends with it. If it is then my life is successful. If it’s not, then I’ll try again.


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Toni Collette in Lilian's Story (1996). Released from the mental hospital where she was confined for 40 years, an Australian woman winds up living on the streets, reciting long passages from her beloved Shakespeare, befriending fellow outcasts, and recalling the abusive father responsible for her institutionalization. Based on a true story, this moving drama stars Toni Collette and Ruth Cracknell as the young and elderly Lilian, respectively; with Barry Otto. 94 min.
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The Four Agreements PDF : Here is the PDF of The Four Agreements Book and best buy link to order it online. You can download PDF or Order Online. [PDF link given below.]
Overview | The Four Agreements
This is the very most famous book, The Four Agreements book was published in 1997 and book has sold billion copies in many other countries.The Book has beem translated into 48 languages.
The Four Agreements revals the source of self limiting beliefs that rob people of joy and create needless suffering. Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, the Four Ageements be impeccable with your best offer a powerful code of conduct that can rapidly transform life into a new experience of freedom, love, and true happiness.This jacketed linen bound hardcover gift edition features two-colour printing and a silk ribbon marker.
The Four Agreements are:
1. Be impeccable with your word
Speak sincerely, and always choose the path of truth and love. Always work with yourself and don’t think about the evil of others.
2. Don’t take anything personally
If someone thinks bad about you. Keep peace, and When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won’t be the victim of needless suffring.
3. Don’t make assumptions
Ask yourself questions and find the courage to express what you really want. Communicate clearly with own and others to avoid misunderstanding, sadness and drama. With just one Agreement, you can change your life completely. So always think peace.
4. Always do your best
Under any circumstance, simply do your best, and you will avoid self judgment, self abuse and regret.
“Don Miguel Ruiz’s book is a roadmap to enlightenmemt and freedom.”
– Deepak Chopra, Author, The Seven Spiritual Laws of Sucvess
“An inspiring book with Many great lessons.”
– Wayne Dyer, Author, Real Magic
“In the tradition of Castaneda, Ruiz distills essential Toltec wisdom, expressing with clarity and impeccability what it means for men and women to live as peaceful warriors in the modern world.”
– Dan Millman, Author, Way of the Peaceful Warrior.
About the Author
Don Miguel Ruiz was born into a family of healers and raised in rural Mexico by a curandera (healer) mother and nagual (shaman) grandfather. The family anticipated don Miguel would embrace their centuries old legacy of healing and teaching and as a nagual, carry forward the esoteric Toltec knowledge. Instead, distracted by modern life, don Miguel chose to attend medical school and later teach and practice as a surgeon. Don Miguel began teaching in the United States, with his mother, the Curandera, Sarita in 1987 and over the following years distilled the wisdom that became The Four Agreements.
Small Summary about this Book
The Four Agreements are oversimplified, this is still a great little book with some heavy ideas. Focusing on any one of these agreements can greatly improve your life, focusing on all four can really be life changing for many people.
If followed generally and not fanatically, these suggestion can help you reduce a great amount of stress by helping you avoid througt and your behavior patterns that is create frustration, blame, hurt feelings..
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Designed as a companion volume to the acclaimed Object-Oriented Analysis, this book focuses on the middle part of the software lifecycle: the activity of design. It shows readers how to apply object-oriented design, and how to tailor and expand the method to suit specific organization and project needs. Readers will explore the major issues in OOD; the role of OOD in the systems lifecycle; how to use graphical notation; strategies for creating design; and hints for evaluating the efficiency of a design created with OOD. For software engineers and other users undertaking real-world systems development projects and designing overall software architecture for systems will find this reference approach to improving systems design indispensable.
To us, analysis is the study of a problem domain, leading to a specification of externally observable behavior; a complete, consistent, and feasible statement of what is needed; a coverage of both functional and quantified operational characteristics
OOA — Object-Oriented Analysis — is based upon concepts that we first learned in kindergarten: objects and attributes, wholes and parts, classes and members.


One easy way to impress a woman is by reading her online dating profile and discovering what her favorite books are. She may have a few books that she loves, or she may have a lot. While her taste in books may vary and may also be completely different from yours, you should find at least one or two that seem interesting enough for you to read. Check the book out from your local library, buy them, or downloaded them as eBooks. You can do this before you start chatting with her or you can do it afterward. It really depends on you and what route you want to take to impress her.
Take a Chance
If a woman you are interested in online has a list of her favorite books you can try reading a few of them before you message her. While there’s nothing wrong with this option, you do run the risk of someone else getting to her before you can. However, when you go this route you can actually have something to talk with her about that other guys may not be able to.
Many times men send women typical messages such as asking them how they are doing or complimenting them on their physical appearance. These types of messages can become annoying to women. However, when your first message to her is about how you enjoy one of her favorite books, you will have already gotten the upper hand in the competition.
If you decide to message her after you have read her favorite books, make sure that your message asks her questions about what her favorite scenes from the book were and mention your own favorite scenes. The tone of your message should be excited to have found someone else who has read the book.
Give Yourself a Reason
If you do not want to risk someone else getting to her before you do, your initial message can ask her about the books that she has read. You can ask it which book is her favorite and which was she will recommend for you to read. You need to sound like you have a real interest in the books that the two of you are talking about. Let her know that you will read the books and ask her if you can discuss them with her after you have read them. She will probably think that you won’t read them, but you can surprise her by messaging her later on to let her know that you have read them. She’ll be impressed that you actually took the time to read the books and she’ll be honored and excited that you want to discuss them with her.
Once the two of you are talking about books, ask her where she typically gets her books. If the two of you seem like you may be hitting it off, try to convince her to go for a coffee date with you at a bookstore. You will make yourself stand out among the other men who are vying for her attention for sex and nothing more. If she feels like you appreciate a good book, she may be quicker to respond to you and your advances than to other men who do not have an interest in literature.


1) To review the fundamental concepts of literary text.
2) To develop literary competence.
3) To reflect upon the features of children's texts.
4) To appreciate the aesthetics of children's literary texts.
5) To select texts appropriate to children of different ages.
6) To apply developmental strategies for reading.
7) To recognize the role of literature as being essential to children's development and their understanding of the world.
1. The concept of literature. Delimitation of the literary field - problems and undefinitions. Modules and literary genders. Understanding literary texts. The importance of reading.
2. Status and nature of children's literature. Historical review of the concept of childhood and its literature.
Children's and juvenile literature within the literary system: institutional integration and recognition; literary communication's pragmatics.
3. Children's literary texts: special features of infantile experiences and their projection on literature. Relevant characteristics of the different literary modules. Critical review of the adequacy concept. Formal aspects of children's books: dialogue between verbal and iconic text.
4. Literature and education: Competences and reading strategies; literature appreciation during the personal, human and scholar development; literature and ideology, society and culture: understanding the differences, multiculturalism, and human and environmental values.
Classes are both theoretical and practical. The presentation of the theoretical content will follow studying children's texts. Critical and theoretical texts will be debated interactively (between teachers/students) and literary texts will be analyzed and commented by students. It will also be required from students that they work autonomously (with teacher guidance) in investigation, syntheses, debate, analyses/comments of texts, in order to use critically the acquired knowledge.
Assessment: Students will take two written tests, whose grade will constitute 80% of their evaluation. Oral participation in class and assignments will account for 20% of the final grade.
CERRILLO, Pedro e GARCÍA PADRINO, Jaime (coord.), Literatura Infantil y Enseñanza de la Literatura. Cuenca: Ediciones de la Universidad de Castilla la Mancha, 1992.
(2001) COLOMER, TERESA, Ensinar a ler, Ensinar a Compreender. Lisboa: ASA. 2001
GOMES, José António, Da Nascente à Voz: Contributos para uma pedagogia da leitura. Lisboa: Editorial Caminho,
HUNT, Peter, An Introduction to Children’s Literature. Oxford/New York: Oxford University Press, 1994.
RAMOS, R. y A. Fernández Mosquera Literatura infantil y juvenil y diversidad cultural / literatura para a infancia e juventude e diversidade cultural. Estudos.02 Vigo-Braga: ANILIJ. / CIEC., Universidade do Minho. Published in CDRom.
RAMOS, A. e MOCIÑO, I. (ed.) Crítica e Investigación en Literatura Infantil Y Juvenil. ANILIJ. /CIEC (Universidade do Minho); Vigo-Braga.
SILVA, Madalena T Silva e MOCIÑO GONZÁLEZ, Literatura para a Infância e Juventude e educação Literária. Porto: Deriva, 2013.


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Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win
by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin
Two highly decorated Navy SEALs, now successful businessmen, demonstrate how to lead and win in business and in life with principles learned on the battlefield.
Recommended by Mr. Smutok, Technology Education Teacher:
“There are lots of practical life skills in it.”
Learn more on Goodreads.


Three of our wonderful P1 children had their photos taken today in Drumchapel library to promote the fab Christmas Mini-Challenge 2016. Their photos will appear in all 33 Glasgow libraries.
All children have to do to complete the Mini-Challenge is read THREE books during the Christmas holidays.
Read here for more information about the mini-reading challenge.
Add your books to your online profile to unlock a special Mini-Challenge badge and a secret video!
If you don’t have a profile yet, creating one is super easy – just click the ‘Join in’ button at the top of the page to join.
The Mini-Challenge begins on the 12th of December 2016 and ends on the 6th of January 2017. Borrow your three books from your local library to receive an exclusive certificate and a mystery reward for completing the Mini-Challenge…
The countdown to the 12th of December begins now!


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tim'ber noun 1. trees collectively [that stand of timber] 2. wood and material suitable for building structures such as homes, ships, and bridges. 3. personal quality or character [a man of his timber]
Welcome to Devin Timber
This site is a collection of family trees of the families descended from WilliamáDevin and SaraháSmith (married circa 1750) out of Pittsylvania County, Virginia as well as the pedigrees of allied families. Each generation and citation on this site is the "material" on which the next generation is based. Our purpose is to cite and share the Devin family history which is, in part, a record of the personal qualities and character of the individuals in these families.
This site started from the information in a manuscript, titled The Devin Family compiled by Dessa DEVIN Hofstetter (d:1966). Her research was to document the newer generations for lineages listed in an earlier manuscript written circa 1880ľ1890 (author unknown). Our goal is to find and verify the records cited in these earlier manuscripts as well as expand the knowledge of our heritage.
Dedicated to Carl Glen Devin (1933-2008)
On February 19, 2008, one of the original and primary contributors to Devin Timber quietly passed away while having his morning coffee and reading the morning newspaper. Carl Glen Devin, age 74, always had an interest in his family history. He would not call himself a "Genealogist," but his efforts have made the task of researchers into the Devin and collateral families much easier.
He wrote his first manuscript about his Devin family in 1957. It corrected and added later information to a manuscript written about 80 years earlier. In the early 1970s, he edited and got published a book written by his father, Ira Holmes Devin about the pioneer life of Nathaniel Madison Devin and family in the early years of Wallowa County Oregon.
In the mid-1980s, he was the driving force behind entering the entire manuscript "The Devin Family" compiled by Dessa DEVIN Hofstetter into PAF. He and his wife, Patricia, spent hours manually typing and checking the names, dates, and notes into that early DOS program. They shared that file with other researchers, and those researchers, in turn, made their changes and shared the results with friends, Rootsweb, and World Family Tree. His effort in keeping that PAF file current and corrected allowed me to use the file as the original genealogical source for Devin Timber. Our legacy is to continue to improve the knowledge our family history and share what we learn, just as Carl did.
Carl continually contributed to Devin Timber by photocopying hundreds of primary documents for scanning and photographing every family tombstone he could find. It is going to take years to get Devin Timber caught up with all of the material he helped to gather. He took it upon himself to link the available cemeteries and tombstone pictures to the individual's records in Devin Timber.
In the early 2000s, Carl wrote his autobiography, "Nine Out of Ten is not Bad." His great-grandchildren will read his book and know the person that was their ancestor. He also researched and wrote about the Corman Road area in Longview Washington, where he built his house in 2000.
Carl left behind two uncompleted projects:
- He was researching early Deer Creek Canyon in Wallowa County Oregon. Deer Creek was where the original frieght road from Enterprise Oregon to Lewiston Idaho passed before the current highway was built. As a very young boy, his family moved from Day Ridge Oregon to Culdesac Idaho along that road. The trip comprised some of his earliest memories.
- Carl's second project was to re-edit and create an electronic version of his father's book that he helped to get published in the early 1970s. On his computer screen, on the morning Carl died, was the first editable text version of the original typed manuscript.
Carl died just before his application to join the Sons of the American Revolution was submitted. Carl was inducted in the Republic Chapter, Oregon Society, Sons of the American Revolution by Memorial Membership on September 20, 2008. Carl was an active member of the Rotary International and firmly believed in "Service above Self."
My father's efforts and encouragement are sorely missed.


Write the function
transpose that takes a matrix (list of lists)
matrix and returns its transpose. All lists inside
matrix have the same length. More information about matrix transpose can be found here. No external library such as
numpy cannot be used. All tests would fail if any library is imported in your solution.
transpose([[1,2,3],[4,5,6]]) -> [[1,4],[2,5],[3,6]] transpose([[1,2,3,4]]) -> [,,,]


Origins of Taiko:
Thousands of years ago, two divine beings named Izanagi and Izanami were summoned by the gods and given the task of creating the first land on earth. To assist in this task, the gods gave Izanagi and Izanami a great gift; a heavenly spear decorated with jewels. The two deities made their way to the bridge between heaven and earth, lowered the spear, and churned the sea below. They stirred the sea for days, looking to churn up any sign of land, before frustration set in. They finally gave up and pulled the spear out of the ocean. That’s when a single drop of water fell from the head of the spear, and back to earth. When it landed, an island was formed, and Izanagi and Izanami descended down to earth to live on this island. Upon arrival, the two deities decided to marry, and from their union was born ōyashim, the eight great islands of the Japanese chain.
Now with a place to live, the earth was soon to be inhabited as Izanami became pregnant with a son. Months later, Izanami died giving birth and Izanagi fell into a fit of rage, taking out his anger on the world. Just before falling into a state of total hopelessness, Izanagi decided to visit his wife in the underworld in hopes of reviving her, but she had eaten food prepared in the furnace of the damned, thus her soul had to remain. Before returning to earth, Izanagi needed to cleanse himself from the filth of the underworld. During his cleansing, he begot a daughter Amaterasu from the tears of his left eye, and a son, Tsukuyomi from the tears of his right.
Amaterasu became the ruler of the sun, and Tsukuyomi was named the ruler of the moon. For many years, the two of them shared the sky until Tsukuyomi became bored and started teasing his sister. Eventually Amerterasu was so irritated by the games of her brother that she deemed her brother an evil god. This rift between brother and sister caused the splitting of the sun and moon, creating a separation we now know as night and day. Amaterasu was so angry with her brother; she wandered into a cave and rolled a giant boulder to block the entrance, vowing never to come out again.
The world fell into darkness. Every god tried to plea, threaten, and even force the boulder away from the entrance, but to no avail. The gods knew that if Amaterasu did not emerge from the cave, all plants and animals would perish and the world would be empty once again. This is when a wild and wily goddess named Uzume came along. She looked around and walked over to a barrel full of snakes sitting next to the cave entrance. Uzume simply smiled, opened the barrel, dumped out the snakes, and turned it upside down. She began playing the most boisterous and frenetic dancing on the barrel anyone had ever seen. As the gods began to laugh and sing, she started pounding on the barrel. Amaterasu heard the ruckus outside and wondered what could be going on that would cause the gods to forget about the darkness. Curious, she rolled the stone away from the entrance, emerged from the cave, and sunlight returned to the world, and that is when the art of Taiko Drumming began…


The Laurel. Three bedroom condo with 1st floor master suite and laundry. Two spacious bedrooms upstairs each with their own bathroom PLUS a flex room. Open kitchen with breakfast bar, recessed and pendant lighting and stainless steel appliances. Walk through the sliding glass doors and enjoy your morning coffee on the oversized fenced-in patio which includes storage shed. Imagine no lawns to mow, no exterior building maintenance, no water bill... it's all included in the monthly condo fee. Just come home and relax or sit by the pool. Convenient to interstates, library, Western Branch Park, shopping, restaurants and local attractions. Est. late Summer/early Fall delivery
Ground Maint, Pool, Trash Pickup, Water
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Washer Hookup, Energy Star Appliance(s)
Natl Gas, Programmable Thermostat
Foyer, Master BR w/ Bath, Utility Closet, First Floor Master Bedroom, Office/Study
Patio, Cul-De-Sac, Storage Shed
Exempt from Disclosure/Disclaimer
Listing Courtesy of Dragas Realty.


Fellow Voice Coach Helen Ashton and I have written a straightforward guide to clear speech in English. The book contains;
- 36 units on the consonant and vowels sounds of standard English
- Explanations of what you might be doing wrong based on your first language.
- Chapters on rhythm, pitch and stress.
- Videos, illustrations and pictures demonstrating the target positions of lips, tongue and teeth to make accurate sounds.
- DVD-ROM with video and audio clips to help you practice.
- Extra practice sections for the trickiest sounds.
Everything you need to get started and maintain your accent work.
Click here to buy on Amazon.


"Constructing the Colonized Land: Entwined Perspectives of East Asia around WWII", edited by Izumi Kuroishi, was released from Ashgate Publishing, Farnham-UK.
Izumi-san launched the project with her friends in 2009 to publish a book discussing complementary and conflicting views on building colonized lands during the war, and it has finally come out.
I joined the project and contributed the chapter 4 talking about some religious aspects associated with reconfiguring cities in colonized Taiwan.
Edited by Izumi Kurosihi, Constructing the Colonized Land: Entwined Perspectives of East Asia around WWII, Ashgate, 2014
Foreword by Prasenjit Duara
Introduction / Izumi Kuroishi
1 A Study of Japanese Colonial Architecture in East Asia / Yasuhiko Nishizawa
2 R ecentering the City: Municipal Architecture in Shanghai, 1927–1937 / Cole Roskam
3 S cholarship and Political Identity: Asianism in Tadashi Sekino’s Survey of Chinese Heritage before 1935 / Xu Subin
4 Transplanting State Shinto: The Reconfiguration of Existing Built and Natural Environments in Colonized Taiwan / Akihito Aoi
5 From Political Governance and Spatial Restructure to Urban Transformation and Architectural Achievements: Discourse on Architecture in the Japanese Colonial Period, 1895–1945/ Chao-Ching Fu
6 Macau’s Urban Transformation 1927–1949: The Significance of Sino-Portuguese Foreign Relations in the Urban Form / Paula Morais
7 Colonial Modernity and Urban Space: Seoul and the 1930s Land Readjustment Project / Junichiro Ishida and Jooya Kim
8 On Park Kil-ryong’s Discovering, Understanding, and Designing of Korean Architecture / Woo Don-Son
9 D omesticating Others’ Space: Surveys and Reforms of Housing in Chosen and Japan by Wajiro Kon / Izumi Kuroishi


What a fantastic place the Biltmore Estate is! We spent Christmas week there and wow, what a delight of beauty, music, sights and sounds, Christmas the “old fashioned” way and incredibly wonderful food! It is surely a place to revisit in the spring when the Azaleas and Roses are in bloom. Perhaps another stay at the “Inn at Biltmore” or even a quaint Victorian B&B? Next time around, antiquing and shopping in and around Asheville proper.
In the Oct/Nov edition of TeaTime Magazine, the had a really nice article on the Biltmore Estate. Did you know? Biltmore “the house” itself hosts 250 rooms, 35 guest and family bedrooms, 43 bathrooms, 15 workrooms and pantries, 4 acres of floorspace, 3 kitchens, 3 laundry rooms, 65 fireplaces, 102 steps on the grand staircase, 10,000 or more books currently housed in the library (out of an original collection of over 20,000), 2,000 sq. ft. covered by ceiling painting in library, 2,300 roses in the rose garden, 250 acres of landscaped gardens, 200 tons of grapes that are handpicked each year in the vineyards and more. Now that is a “house” to be sure. It is actually a “Château” (or mansion, palace) of the finest quality and design and preserved as it was when the Vanderbilt’s lived there. It is truly a must-see, must-do place for travelers looking for a truly wonderful vacation experience.
We photographed hundreds of photos of the Estate, however, pictures within Biltmore House are not allowed except for those taken by the professional photographers at one point in the tour for a price of $22 for one portrait which is an excellent price for the fantastic portrait they take and include it packaged for you.
The gardens are not in bloom during the Christmas season but the decorations inside and out made up for it. The entire mansion was draped in over 400 wreaths and bows, 700 poinsettias, a 35-foot Christmas tree and beautiful candlelight’s. The other buildings, restaurant and Inn were likewise decorated to the “hilt” in glory. Just fantastic. A favorite for me was the glorious library in the “the house”! Another favorite was the “Library” at the Inn at Biltmore where we had Tea and Dinner and especially the “center tree” with “Wizard of Oz” decorations underneath.
I purchased the “Bounty of Biltmore Cookbook” and will post a few recipes this week as well as several others from my collection of “must share” recipes and more pictures. Until then, bon appetit and stop over at Biltmore online and perhaps it will encourage you to go for a visit soon.


What’s in the e-book?
This e-book will provide an overview of how maternity coverage works. Whether you're thinking of becoming pregnant, have a baby on the way, or are already a mother, we hope this guide will answer your questions and give you peace of mind.
This e-book will go over the different coverage options for multiple scenarios, and also give you an idea of what to expect, financially.
I'm pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
My baby is here!
Copyright 2017 Bernard Health
A Mother's Guide to Maternity Coverage
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[oshug] Introduction to Open Source Hardware article.
andrew at carrierdetect.com
Mon Apr 18 14:51:14 UTC 2011
Not that many subscribers to this list would need such a thing for
themselves, but I wrote a brief OSHW intro for the April edition of RS
Components eTech magazine:
http://is.gd/M0gAqK (Note: it's a 5.5M PDF!)
Though, this may come in useful if someone asks what OSHW is, and some
of you may recognise the photographs from OSHUG meetings.
More information about the oshug


Wolverhampton Wanderers - A Visual History 2018/19
Celebrating a wonderful season, we've put together a comprehensive Wolverhampton Wanderers Visual History poster print. The print accurately details all known home kits since 1877, plus short and sock colours, with all club honours won per kit, including the 2017/2018 Championship title winning campaign and the NEW PREMIER LEAGUE kit!
Also shown are the full goal scorers records and every manager since 1877 and their respective win ratios.
Available unframed, as either A1 (84cm x 59.4cm) or A2 (59.4cm x 42cm). Printed on premium 210gsm matt paper, rolled and despatched in a sturdy cardboard tube.
Perfect for the study, lounge, library or man cave!!
Special thank to Steve Plant (author 'They Wore The Shirt') for research assistance.


Age 15 • Dublin
Blank Faced Brother
This is a portrait of my brother that I drew during lockdown. I used the book paper to symbolise all the bad news that was being bombarded at us during Covid-19. I decided not to draw a face to represent the sadness that we were feeling as well as our efforts to stay hopeful and block out the news. I chose for my brother to hold the book Trash to express how I was feeling. The book is also a symbol of distraction from the media and Covid-19.


2019-04-26 / Middle School Students Partner with Lafayette Public Library Foundation
Earlier this year, Middle School media students were invited by Lafayette Public Library Foundation Board Member, Karen Gambel, to create an informational
video featuring the many great opportunities our public libraries offer the community, as seen through the eyes of students.
Our 6th grade media class selected these girls’ video to represent Ascension at the Foundation’s Award Luncheon and Annual Meeting in April, where they were recognized and their video showcased. Their work will be shared online with the greater community, and can also be viewed by clicking HERE.


This programme aims to instill lifelong passion for reading and develop
appreciation for good literature.
Our school has adopted the tagline "A Story is a Doorway" as reading opens the door to the world of knowledge, imagination and excitement.
Some programmes/activities to support reading are:
- Uninterrupted Sustained Silent Reading (USSR)
where students read a book silently to cultivate a good reading habit
- Read Aloud sessions in class by Teachers
- Promotion of Genre of the month
to encourage students to read a wide range of books
- Reading Festival
An annual event which is part of the continuous effort to build and instill the love of reading in students.
Examples of past activities were: Treasure Hunt, Character Dress-up and even Readers' Theatre!
- Magazine/Newspaper Subscriptions (e.g. What's Up!)
Apart from reading newspaper articles, students get to enjoy doing games.
- Buddy Reading and Learning Support Programme Extensive Reading
Scholastic Reading Programme
A supplementary English Reading Programme was introduced based on the Reading-Comprehension assessment tool; the Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI). This framework allows for texts to be measured according to the difficulty that they pose to the reader, and for a reader to be measured based on the capacity he/ she has to process and understand information in a text.
How to help your child in reading?
Click here to find out more -> ReadingTip_Parents.pdf
Source: National Library Board


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Dear Dr. Niemi, I am writing to invite you to submit a manuscript to the recently launched journal Dataset Papers in Cell Biology, which is part of a series of journals published by Datasets International (http://www.datasets.com/). Dataset Papers in Cell Biology is an open access journal that is focused entirely on the publication of Dataset Papers, which are relatively short articles that describe a piece of experimental or observational data that an author has collected. Alongside each Dataset Paper, a copy of the underlying data that is described in the paper will be made freely available for readers to download. Authors are welcome to submit Dataset Papers that describe either a piece of data that has already been discussed in a traditional research article, or a manuscript describing a new set of data that has not yet been discussed in a research article. Manuscripts submitted to Dataset Papers in Cell Biology should contain a detailed explanation of the methodology and materials used in conducting the experiment, as well as enough metadata about the accompanying dataset to make this data clear and useful for other researchers. More detailed information can be found in the journal's author guidelines, which are located at http://www.datasets.com/journals/cb/guidelines/. The journal has a distinguished Editorial Board composed of leading cell biology researchers from around the world, a list of whom can be found at http://www.datasets.com/journals/cb/editors/. Dataset Papers in Cell Biology is published using an open access publication model, meaning that all interested readers are able to freely access the journal online without the need for a subscription. The journal does not currently require any page charges, color charges, or article processing charges, and authors will not be charged any fee for the hosting of their underlying data. Manuscripts should be submitted to the journal online at http://mts.datasets.com/author/submit/cb/. Once a manuscript has been accepted for publication, it will undergo language copyediting, typesetting, and reference validation in order to provide the highest publication quality possible. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions about the journal. Best regards, Soha Labib ----------------------------------------- Soha Labib Editorial Office Dataset Papers in Cell Biology Datasets International http://www.datasets.com/ -----------------------------------------This is fantastic! I hope that funding agencies start recognizing scientist who create valuable data sets. There is no reason that a scientist should be an expert at the techniques required to generate high quality data sets and the analysis of those data. If there was some measure of how often a scientists data set was used, then perhaps there would be a way to reward scientists for creating these valuable data sets. Publishing the experimental protocol and the data created is certainly a step in the right direction since the paper can be referenced and those references can be counted.
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Posted on March 10, 2015 by Krissy
I have come to the conclusion that Adnan is innocent and there has not been a podcast, interview, comment or thread that has swayed me from that belief.
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As I open my mailbox expecting nothing but junk mail by the truckload I was pleasantly surprised to find a package waiting to be opened. Our dear friend Lisa from L.A. had sent my son a wonderful gift. It was a Frijolitos book & plush toy! Not knowing anything about what was inside this beautiful package I was thrilled to see it was a bilingual children’s book. It couldn’t come at a better time as my toddler is learning his native tongue (Spanish).
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Joyous Earth Day everyone!!
As we all go about our day picking up trash, prepping our garden space, working with neighbors to plant rain gardens, joining in city groups to combat blight or contributing to treehugging associations to repair loss of rain-forests, let's take a few moments to acknowledge those who's hard work and awareness brought these issues to light:
Silent Spring by Rachel Carson, at first thought to be a little kooky, Ms. Carson's research and observations has proven to be one of the most important in eco-balancing awareness. This 1962 book is just as readable today. An American Experience did an incredible documentary very much worth watching -
Naturalist John Muir also provides writing for us to change the way humans view the natural world.starting the Sierra Club and providing written accounts of our national parks. The film "The Boyhood of John Muir" as well as an American Masters documentary offer insight and intrigue into the mind of a classic American adventurer.
Environmentalist Aldo Leopold writes of nature from the inside - participating in the being, sound and rhythm of a unified existence. "A Sand County Almanac" rolls off the page into a readers vision. Below are links to a portion of his book and a site dedicated to the film inspired by Leopold, "Green Fire", take advantage of both.


Lent, R.C. (2012). Overcoming Textbook Fatigue: 21st Century Tools to Revitalize Teaching and Learning. Alexandria, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. [Unlimited e-Book Access provided by the NU Library.]
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ReLeah Cossett Lent taught middle and high school English and rhetoric for over 20 years in Florida. She is a nationally-renowned author and education consultant, focusing on literacy, communities of practice, censorship, and educational leadership (see her website for more details). She has authored or co-authored 10 books since 2002, published by Heinemann, Teacher’s College Press, ASCD, and Corwin.
In Overcoming Textbook Fatigue, Lent argues that over-reliance on textbooks leads to shallow teaching and learning, teaching to tests, disengaged learners, and frustrated teachers—systemic “textbook fatigue”. Students in textbook-centric classes won’t be prepared for 21st century jobs that require information literacy, critical thinking, research skills, and peer collaboration (163, 179). Instead, Lent advocates for using textbooks as resources to be consulted as needed—sources of facts and figures to help students read more challenging texts and pursue answers to open-ended questions. In other words, a transition from passive information consumption to active and engaged learning. Learning is reframed as personal growth rather than the acquisition of information; teachers are elevated from wardens to coaches.
“When I consider all the issues related to textbook fatigue, none is more detrimental to the health of learning than the pressure teachers feel to cover, cover, cover—as if coverage rather than learning were the goal…. I argue that it is the reliance on textbooks as a single source of curriculum, as well as standards that are far too broad and prescriptive, that creates this situation…. I worry that we are trying to stuff so much information into our students’ heads that they have no time to digest it [146-147].”
Lent provides an alternative vision of education, where teachers replace superficial instruction of a wide range of topics with high-quality, in-depth study of a manageable number of topics. Textbooks are still read as background material or consulted as supplementary material; but the focus of reading is shifted to topical books, current news articles, reliable websites, and other more authentic writings. Students are encouraged to explore these resources with varying degrees of independence, through inquiry- or project-based learning. This approach teaches students self-discipline, self-motivation, and self-sufficiency (175); sparks a curiosity to learn (164); and can even provide students with a portfolio to demonstrate their skills (134). Although Lent’s work is targeted at K-12 education, many of her observations apply to higher education as well.
Lent introduces her argument with numerous criticisms of textbook-centric classes (2-6). Rigidly following textbook curriculum promotes teacher burnout, while lifeless writing styles disengage students. Rote memorization is favored over critical thinking. And textbooks are frequently out-of-date when they’re published (although this is frequently asserted by educators, Lent doesn’t provide evidence to support this claim). Besides these issues inherent in the genre, Lent also criticizes textbooks for their coverage. Publishers try to accommodate multiple states’ curriculum standards; this can result in bloated books, cursory coverage, information overload, and skewed coverage. Teachers often feel obligated to trudge through all of the content, even if students are not keeping up or if teachers would like to cover different topics. In short, a book designed for everyone may be a book designed for no one.
Instead of truly teaching, many teachers end up herding students through a publisher’s pre-packaged, ill-fitting curriculum and testing students’ (often short-term) memory. By contrast, Lent asserts that (3):
“We need to have students analyze, synthesize, and use information rather than simply memorize it; skeptically evaluate sources instead of obediently accepting everything in print; and learn to work collaboratively to solve problems instead of only passing tests.”
Overcoming Textbook Fatigue has two goals. First, Lent argues for de-emphasizing the role of textbooks and focusing attention on more engaging (and engageable) writing. Second, Lent recommends several strategies for reading, writing, and assessment that will increase student engagement and comprehension, whether students are reading textbooks or other types of materials. Lent does not suggest that textbooks should be shunned altogether, but rather used as one type of resource among many.
Chapter 1 reinforces the central role of student engagement in effective learning. Students won’t learn much if they lack curiosity and motivation (12-13, 24-27). When textbooks dominate a classroom, student engagement and collaboration subside (15-23); grades become more important than subject mastery.
In chapters 2-3, Lent discusses how textbooks require a certain level of background knowledge and vocabulary fluency that can hinder student comprehension. Lent offers several tips to help students read textbooks effectively. For example, teachers can prime their students with chapter previews, hands-on activities, and class discussions that will reveal any serious knowledge gaps or misconceptions (33-37, 40-47). Teachers should also introduce new terminology through a variety of techniques, going deeper than surface-level definitions (58-71).
In chapter 4, Lent addresses reading strategies and metacognition. In one sense, students should thoughtfully approach class readings like they would approach any other reading outside of class. Textbooks that present fact after authoritative fact do not lend themselves to critical thinking, but rather hunting and pecking for answers to test questions (77). On the other hand, as a literacy specialist, Lent asserts that students need distinct reading strategies for different disciplines (74-75; see also Lent, 2009 and Lent, 2016). For example, reading strategies for literature should differ from reading strategies for physics, because words are employed in very different ways and with different goals. Although Lent provides several benefits of content-area reading strategies (78-79), she refers teachers to other books for specific techniques.
Chapter 5 connects reading to writing. Whereas textbooks generally ask students to memorize facts, “writing for learning” asks students to think critically, holistically, and at length. Effective writing assignments must require creative reflection rather than fill-in-the-blank answers, brief summaries, or formulaic responses (99). If you set the bar at low-level thinking, that’s what students will produce (103-104). In both chapters 4 and 5, Lent reassures content-area teachers that they don’t have to moonlight as English teachers. Since the primary purpose of content-area writing assignments is critical thinking rather than writing mechanics, teachers should leave the majority of grammar issues for English class (115-116). Lent explains several side benefits of using writing assignments, via student-to-teacher and student-to-student engagement (101-112, 136)
While chapters 4-5 discuss reading and writing as learning techniques, chapter 6 discusses assessment as a learning technique. Assessment for learning (rather than assessment of learning) seeks to teach students through critical thinking questions, to promote metacognition, and to guide teachers on where to focus their time (126, 138-139). Good assessment requires students to read, write, converse, and perhaps even create, while performing higher-order thinking on open-ended questions (123-124). Lent describes the benefits of student discussions, demonstrations, portfolios, and final projects, which all provide better assessments of learning than factual recall tests (131-138). She also shows how assessment can create both a positive and a negative learning environment, depending on how it is implemented (140-144).
For all her criticisms of textbooks, Lent is not suggesting that students should read less. Chapter 7 presents the case for assembling text sets, essentially teacher-curated anthologies of resources in a variety of formats (and at a variety of reading levels) directly related to a unit of study. Text sets may include supplements such as primary documents, thematic literature, and even pop culture references (148-149). At first glance, it may seem contradictory to advocate for classroom libraries of supplemental reading, while simultaneously arguing that textbooks are already too bulky. However, Lent is suggesting that authentic readings often make better learning tools, and that textbooks should be used as reference works to help students understand their in-depth readings. Instead of frantically trying to cover everything in a textbook, Lent argues that teachers should select a manageable number of topics and cover them with quality (146). Lent offers several suggestions on how to assemble quality text sets.
Chapter 8 profiles several K-12 schools that have shifted their focus away from textbooks towards inquiry-based learning (164-166) and project-based learning (166-167). Lent cites several teachers at these schools about the benefits they’ve seen, including increased engagement and student ownership of learning. These approaches prepare students for their future occupations by studying real-world problems and honing communication, teamwork, and project management skills (167-170, 179).
At 180 pages, Overcoming Textbook Fatigue is a quick read. Lent concludes the first 7 (out of 8) chapters with practical questions and next steps for educators to discuss in “communities of practice”. Teachers are called to actively engage with this book, rather than passively consume it—modeling engaging classroom pedagogy. Throughout the book, Lent grounds her suggestions in solid educational psychology, including the concepts of prior knowledge, feedback, motivation, goals, metacognition, mastery vs. performance, the value of errors, generation effect, testing effect, and self-explanations.
Although I agree with most of this book, there were a few shortcomings. Although Lent’s intended audience is practitioners, the book would be more persuasive if she cited more research. Textbooks are sometimes discussed as though they are all the same, when in fact textbooks can take many forms, at different grade levels. Many of Lent’s suggestions for exploratory and self-directed learning are only appropriate in middle and high school. It would be helpful if Lent described how instruction should change progressively as students advance from K to 12.
Teachers would also benefit from guidance on how to onboard their students into non-textbook pedagogy, especially in under-resourced schools. Lent cites examples of motivated, engaged schools; but she doesn’t explain how students are acculturated. Realistically, many students won’t engage in class no matter what you do; many students who have been trained to view education as cramming for tests rather than thinking and exploring may have no idea how to function in an inquiry-based classroom. Lent concludes Overcoming Textbook Fatigue by noting several key ingredients in the shift away from dependence on textbooks (164-179). Although she references several success stories, her recommendations require a high-degree of buy-in by teachers, administrators, students, and parents, as well as significant investments in professional development and curriculum development. Shifting instructional focus from rote memorization to critical thinking clearly results in greater learning, but simply won’t be feasible in many schools. Nevertheless, teachers can still implement small, incremental changes even if they can’t overhaul their entire system.
In many ways, textbook fatigue is really a matter of poor curriculum alignment. As noted in the foreword (written by McTighe), Understanding by Design (Wiggins & McTighe, 1998) urged teachers to design their courses “backwards”: identify your learning goals, identify assessments that will demonstrate mastery, and then choose the tools that will help students attain mastery (viii). By contrast, many educators start by selecting a textbook. Then they adopt the book’s suggested Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) wholesale or try to make the textbook fit their assigned CLOs. As a result, the course goals may not be appropriate for the given students or course format. After all, textbooks are intentionally designed and marketed for multiple courses and audiences. When faculty instead begin by crafting customized CLOs, they are freed to choose the most appropriate text resources to achieve those goals. Sometimes a single textbook will be the best resource, sometimes a textbook will be a useful supplement, and sometimes an anthology of open and library resources will be the best fit. One of the chief responsibilities of an educator is to match their goals and tools thoughtfully.
Despite the title, an old-fashioned banking model of education is the real enemy (where teachers deposit knowledge into passive students). Lent criticizes textbooks for a “‘cover it all’ approach” that overwhelms students with too many new words too quickly (56). However, if we follow Lent’s advice and view textbooks as “reference books” (26), this encyclopedic approach is actually appropriate. The problem is that schools use reference books as instructional books, to be read verbatim. Lent also drifts into criticisms of over-grading (117), punitive grading attitudes (144), and standardized testing (125-126). While there are many aspects of poor writing styles and national assessment practices to criticize, textbooks aren’t inherently the problem. Textbooks are neutral tools, and teachers need to use them appropriately.
Lent is spot on when she points out that no class can cover every morsel of information that a student might need to know. Faculty must indeed be selective in how much they cover, so that they go into sufficient depth on the topics they include. If faculty teach students how to learn, show students how to find and identify quality sources, and spark a passion for learning, students will pursue lifelong learning after they graduate. This brings a whole new meaning to “do more with less” (more teaching with less curriculum). And as educational psychology has repeatedly demonstrated, we forget most of the facts we learn very quickly; what we retain are the big ideas, memorable stories, and critical thinking skills.
In addition to alignment and reasonable scope, Overcoming Textbook Fatigue argues that overemphasizing textbooks crowds out critical thinking. Textbooks focus on presenting background facts that students need to know, in a neutral tone. There’s nothing wrong with that, but students need to go deeper. If so much time is spent learning background material that students never do anything with it, what’s the point? And students demand that teachers justify why they should learn something before they’ll invest effort doing so. Textbooks lend themselves to factual comprehension questions, such as “Who wrote Uncle Tom’s Cabin?”. Topical readings, on the other hand, lend themselves to analysis, synthesis, and critical evaluation; for example, “Why did the South lose the Civil War?” or “Would there have been a Civil War if Abraham Lincoln lost the 1860 election?”. By going “beyond the textbook” (10), critical thinking questions engage students’ curiosity, require them to conduct research, and invite them to form their own opinions (175). Again, misusing textbooks is the problem, not textbooks themselves.
Faculty in higher education can draw several important lessons from Overcoming Textbook Fatigue. Engaging students is the key to deep learning. One-size-fits-all textbooks simply aren’t engaging, in style or content. Instead, faculty can curate a custom reading list, including textbooks, library material, and Open Educational Resources. Leveraging open content, with sufficient context and a critical perspective, will simultaneously teach students essential digital literacy skills (10). These readings can be used to create authentic projects using up-to-date data and real-life case studies. Whatever readings are assigned, students must be challenged to think, research, and write. Teachers should continuously ask students to critique their readings and present their own opinions—ideally in dialogue with their classmates. Vibrant classrooms are filled with students’ voices, not just the instructor’s (88). Although such challenges require more work from students than rote memorization, students are more likely to retain what they learn longer, develop authentic job skills, enjoy their course of study, actively participate in class, and persist to graduation. Likewise, although these recommendations require more work by educators, they also help faculty “embrace teaching as a joyful activity” (10).
Read more by ReLeah Lent. All four books are available as e-books through the NU Library; her article in Principal magazine is freely available from the NAESP website.
- Lent, R.C. (2009). Literacy for Real: Reading, Thinking, and Learning in the Content Areas. New York: Teachers College Press.
- Lent, R.C. (2012). Overcoming Textbook Fatigue: 21st Century Tools to Revitalize Teaching and Learning. Alexandria, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.
- Lent, R.C. & Gilmore, B. (2013). Common Core CPR: What About the Adolescents Who Struggle… Or Just Don’t Care? Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Literacy.
- Lent, R.C. (2016). This is Disciplinary Literacy: Reading, Writing, Thinking, and Doing… Content Area by Content Area. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin.
- Lent, R.C. (2017). Reading Across &Within Curriculum: Best Practices to Support Cross-Curricular Literacy Instruction. Principal, 97(2), 9-11.
- Wiggins, G., & McTighe, J. (1998). Understanding by Design. Alexandria, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.


In this course, you will learn how to write with neopronouns, such as e and xe. You will also learn about nonbinary genders and experiences, and how to determine whether a story is high-context or low-context.
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- Background on nonbinary gender
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Eighty-eight-year-old Michael Doherty lies in an open coffin, listening to those who have come to pay their respects. Despite his dead son Cormac’s protests, he’s not yet ready to pass over. His granddaughter is the reason. Twenty-something Sarah has inexplicably abandoned her plans to settle in Spain and returned home deeply scarred by the Sandstone City, and he needs to know why.
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Set between modern-day Belfast and the Spanish Civil War, The Sandstone City is a story about the decisions we make, the choices denied us, and how we navigate what's left.
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