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Bollinger-Rosado Teaching & Learning Effectiveness Symposium Proceedings

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Teaching Techniques For The Long Haul, Francis Herlehy Iii, Ronald E. Clark

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There is not a faculty member who has taught the adult learner in the non-traditional environment that has not pondered the question of how it is you keep a class "going" for four or five hours. I have talked with quite a number who have even reached a conclusion-" You cannot! So just make the best of a bad situation." WRONG!!!

There are proven strategies and techniques for keeping a class "going" and doing it week after week, term after term. And, believe it or not, it can be done without an inordinate dependence on "there I was at 20,000 …

Teaching Characteristics, Learning Styles And The Adult Learner: A Keesler Perspective, Anthony J. Russo

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This study emerged as a natural outgrowth of quarterly faculty meetings conducted in accordance with suggestions contained in the Faculty Academic Orientation Manual (FOAM). On a routine basis topics of interest would be discussed regarding the institution and the latest administrative changes in general to an area of specific concern in particular. These special interest areas would cover such topics as assessment and grading policies, faculty responsibilities, course evaluation and teaching techniques.

In time it became readily apparent that student input reflecting their attitudes on some of these teaching characteristics would give clearer meaning and importance to these dimensions. It …

Plagiarism: Why Didn't Anyone Tell Me...?, Stephen B. O'Brien, James T. Schultz

Bollinger-Rosado Teaching & Learning Effectiveness Symposium Proceedings

Plagiarism, the use of the work of another author without proper credit is prevalent throughout society. In some instances a double standard exists: in academia students and educators alike are severely censured if there is the slightest indication of plagiarism. But in other areas of society, the use of compensated ghostwriters is the accepted norm. How educators must explore this dichotomy with their students, and help them to internalize their own value system, is a topic of discussion in this paper. Along with the issue of intentional plagiarism, unintentional plagiarism, due primarily to the author's lack of knowledge on how …

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Bollinger-Rosado Teaching & Learning Effectiveness Symposium Proceedings

First Annual College of Continuing Education Faculty Symposium on Teaching Effectiveness

Treasure Island Inn

Daytona Beach, Florida

April 28, 1993

The Development Of Andragogical Techniques Of Instruction For Adult Education, Ronald E. Clark

Bollinger-Rosado Teaching & Learning Effectiveness Symposium Proceedings

AB the Twentieth Century began, there was a traditional posture evident in higher education in the United States. For those males whose families could afford it, beginning college immediately following high school provided a liberal arts education. For select 21 year old college graduates, specialization in a professional field was available in graduate school. For the remainder of America's youth, and nearly all of its women, high school graduation was the highest academic pinnacle they might obtain for the remainder of their life.

Teaching Effectiveness: Integrating The Adjunct Campus, The Military Student And The Host Community, Richard O. Keen

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This is a presentation dealing with integrating Embry-Riddle's adjunct campus, the transient active-duty military student and a "host" community through the use of MAS 640, Supply and Distribution in the Aviation/ Aerospace Industry. A traditional problem for programs such as Embry-Riddle's adjunct campus program is visibility in the local host community. This is the same problem many military members face as they move from base to base throughout their military career. This can be an unfortunate situation as all three participants in the process have much to offer and without a process to integrate them they may never become aware …

The Art Of Science Of Teaching Utilizing Discussion And Other Group Participation Methods In Class Room Teaching, S. Earl Wheeler

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The literature concerning teaching is replete with information and research on how to teach and how people learn. There is also a considerable body of knowledge indicating that adult students have learning preferences somewhat different from adolescent and child students. Yet we often find that we are not as well versed in the art and science of teaching as we would like to be, and unless we attend classes in a college of education, little in our formal education teaches us to teach, except our learning from the observational experience of going to class and watching others teach. This lack …

Utilizing Writing-Across-The-Curriculum Principles In The Traditional Classroom: Rethinking Teaching Strategies And Evaluative Criteria, Jerald E. Goldstein

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Writing-across-the-curriculum (w-a-c) programs have become firmly entrenched in a large number of universities throughout the USA. Many universities, however, still have not adopted the program itself nor the major tenets of this program. Since w-a-c addresses learning and teaching strategies that are applicable "across the curriculum," its adoption, if only by individual teachers in various disciplines, can result in students writing better and learning more about these subject areas, while they are writing. By requiring that students write more while exploring and acquiring the meaning-making strategies of their disciplines, students become more proficient writers while learning more about their respective …

Paper Session I-C - The Role Of Advanced Robotic Systems In Interstellar Exploration, Joseph A. Angelo

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This paper discusses the major mission objectives and technical characteristics of an evolutionary family of advanced robotic space systems that would permit the detailed exploration of the outer Solar System and support precursor interstellar missions in the mid- to late 21st Century. Included in these advanced robotic space systems are: a demonstration autonomous robot mission to Titan, the TAU Probe Mission, the TAU Observatory Mission, a reference star probe mission, and the interstellar exploration implications and capabilities of a self-replicating robot system (SRS). The cosmic ramifications of the use of advanced robotic space systems by starfaring civilizations is also discussed.

Paper Session I-B - Conceptual Design Of A Cargo Lander For The First Lunar Outpost, Michael J. Wright

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The Space Exploration Initiative (SEI) encompasses a series of exploratory and colonization missions that will expand human presence to the Moon and Mars via an evolutionary program, whereby each succeeding phase builds on and compliments the previous efforts. The first phase in this initiative, as defined by president Bush, is to "return to the Moon, this time to stay". In order to accomplish this goal by the turn of the century the First Lunar Outpost (FLO) strategy has been proposed. In support of this mission scenario, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) has designed a habitation module and cargo lander …

Paper Session I-B - In-Space Operations For Lunar And Mars Space Transfer Vehicles, James L. Raper, Rick C. Vargo

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The objective of this paper is to discuss the in-space operations required to process the lunar and Mars mission vehicles envisioned in early studies for the Space Exploration Initiative (SEI). Recent studies, which have examined the Degree to which on-orbit operations change as a function of the Earth-to-orbit (ETO) launch vehicle size, identified a common set of on-orbit vehicle processing tasks, and generated functional requirements for in-space processing nodes, are summarized in this paper.

Paper Session I-A - Is It Sep Yet?, C. Uphoff, R. Reinert, J. R. French

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This paper is a presentation of the results of recent studies indicating that solar electric propulsion can be implemented in a Discovery-class scenario to permit an affordable exploration of comets and asteroids in the very near future. Gallium arsenide solar array technology, the availability of space-qualified ion and plasma thrusters, and appropriate power conditioning equipment are cited as enabling factors for an exciting class of missions that can permit exploration of a number of asteroids and short-period comets, using the Delta launch vehicle, before the turn of the century. Launch requirements are about 993 kg to C$ = 10 km^/s^ …

Paper Session I-B - Continuous Improvement- Transforming Yesterday's Reality Into Tomorrow's Vision, Mina Akhavi, Patrick Antony, Larry Davidoff, Gerard Hanley, William Johnson

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Over the last 15 years, the Space Shuttle Program has evolved from a vision of a cost-effective, reusable space transportation system to the flagship of our manned space endeavors. In parallel, hundreds of analytical, management and administrative systems, processes, and tools were conceived, developed, and implemented to provide the required support for an evolving operational space program. Increased pressure on NASA's limited budget has demanded a reevaluation of 1) the products and services that are really required in today's environment, 2) the cost effectiveness and efficiency of these products and services, and 3) the products and services that will be …

Paper Session I-A - The Navy Nuclear Program As An Analogue Long Duration, Nuclear Powered, Manned Space Missions, John A. Camara, E. F. Strother

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During the past five decades, the US Navy has successfully operated a number of nuclear thermal propulsion systems with the characteristics similar to those required for long duration, nuclear powered, space missions. If nuclear reactor's are to be utilized for space propulsion, they will embody many characteristics such, as size, mobility, environmental security, crew safety, and long-duration independent-operation capabilities which have already been demonstrated by their Navy counterparts. The authors present a brief overview of both Project ROVER, NASA's most extensive nuclear propulsion program to date, which resulted in a total firing tine of 1,020 minutes at power levels above …

Paper Session I-B - The Lunar Campsite Mission Concept, Carl M. Case

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This paper presents an overview of the lunar Campsite concept. The Campsite uses the lander as a platform for the habitat and systems needed to support a crew on a planetary surface. It is integrated and tested on the ground prior to launch. It is self-contained, requires no preexisting surface infrastructure, and does not rely on in situ construction or assembly. This paper also identifies potential Campsite mission and subsystem requirements, provides an overview of a potential Campsite configuration, and develops initial sizing estimates for Campsite elements and the transportation systems required to get them to the Moon. The concept …

Paper Session I-A - Modeling Current And Future Launch Vehicle Processing Using Object-Oriented Simulation Techniques, D. G. Linton, S. Khajenoori, M. Heileman, K. Halder, H. Cat, G. Hebert, V. Bullington

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STARSIM, an acronym for Space Transportation Activities and Resources Simulation, is an objectoriented, menu-driven, user-friendly, decision support system for simulating National Space Transportation System (NSTS) processing, as well as Personnel Launch System (PLS)-National Launch System (NLS), PLS-Proton, PLS-Titan IV, Hermes-Ariane 5 and Cargo Transfer Return Vehicle (CTRV) processing. For each launch system modeled, output is displayed numerically (for global statistical information), in pie chart form (to visualize percentages of subcategories associated with a main category) and in Gantt chart form (for visualizing when and where each launch vehicle experiences waiting, processing, blocking and maintenance periods, and the reasons for blocking). …

Paper Session I-B - Facility Concept For Nasp Derived Vehicles, David A. Luke

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As the National Aerospace Plane (NASP) development progresses the possibility of having an operational fleet of NASP derived vehicles (NDVs) becomes more of a reality. Currently facility concepts for the NDV have reflected almost exclusively its aircraft like characteristics while ignoring its rocket-like features. To meet the needs of this revolutionary type vehicle, a whole new concept in facilities, basing, and ground processing is required to ensure its rapid turnaround capability.

Paper Session I-C - Maximizing World Benefits From Space Endeavors, William H. Siegfried

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United States and world space programs have been the reagent for many real and perceived benefits to the American economy and the world in general. While many space programs were derived without a synergistic process, future space endeavors can provide opportunities to pursue technologies that could benefit the world in many ways. Goals can be set and development pursued through synergistic action and collective goals that lead to low cost, nonpolluting power systems, low water and low pesticide plant growth techniques, improved waste and water control systems, and, perhaps, solutions to problems such as osteoporosis and diseases caused by failure …

Paper Session I-C - Robotics For Interstellar Missions, Eric Rhodes, A. J. Mauceri, Margaret M. Clarke, Thomas S. Lindsay

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This paper discusses the requirements for robotics in future interstellar missions and describes the various robotic development activities at NASA KSC that are laying the basis for the robotics of the future. The first longduration interstellar missions, which might occur at the end of the 21 st century, would probably be preceded by trips to outer planets in the Solar System and by near-Solar interstellar probe missions. The time span, dangers, and uncertainties involved would almost certainly decree that the first missions be unmanned. If an interstellar mission involved a surface landing, all initial exploration would be performed by robots …

Paper Session I - Space Technology Requirements And Interdependency For National Competitiveness, Kumar Krishen

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Space technology requirements have been identified primarily by NASA and the Department of Defense. In addition, independent studies conducted by academic, research, and industry institutions have also developed technology requirements needed for the national space program. Another source of technology identification and prioritization for both space and national competitiveness is the March 1991 report issued by the National Critical Technologies Panel. In this paper, a review of the various requirements generated by the sources mentioned earlier will be presented. One critical objective of this review is to identify common technology requirements. Areas of technology discussed will include automation and robotics; …

Paper Session I-A - In-Space Welding Visions & Realities, Thomas A. Siewert, David Tamir, Koichi Matsubuchi, Renjeng Su, Lee Flanigan, Thomas W. Eagar

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This paper establishes the value of having an in-space welding capability and identifies its applications, both near-term for Shuttle-Spacelab missions and Space Station Freedom, and longer-term for the First Lunar Outpost and Manned Mission to Mars. The leading candidate technologies, consisting of Electron Beam, Gas Tungsten Arc, Plasma Arc, and Laser Beam, are examined against the criteria for an in-space welding system. Research and development work to date, striving to achieve an in-space welding capability, is reviewed. Finally, a series of strategic NASA flight experiments is discussed as the remaining development required for achieving a complete in-space welding capability, which …

Paper Session I-C - Evolution Of Lunar Based Optical Astronomy Facilities, John D. Hilchey, Max E. Nein

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The evolution of lunar based optical telescopes has been studied by the George C. Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) from early 1989 to the present. This paper describes four lunar based telescopes which form a logical evolution from a 1-m aperture, UV "transit" telescope to a 16-m aperture, IR/Vis/UV facility. Key trades and issues which will be encountered in developing these systems are discussed.

Experience has shown that developing and deploying a major space astronomy payload can stretch over as much as two decades. If the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is to deploy the next generation of space-based …

Paper Session I-C - Interstellar Transportation- An Enabling Technology For Interstellar Civilizations, Gary L. Bennett

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In order to realize interstellar civilizations in which the vast distances between star systems must be spanned in times much less than the lifetimes of the crew and the people remaining on the planets there must be a revolution in transportation technology. This paper surveys the general field of interstellar flight including concepts based on nuclear energy (both fission and fusion), antimatter, interstellar ramjets, beamed power, vacuum energy fluctuations and various forms of faster-than-light (FTL) travel.

Paper Session I-B - Reliability, Recovery, And Reuse The Three R'S Of A National Launch Strategy, Ed Bangsund, Vince Caluori

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The United States is approaching the 21st century with it's space launch community providing only 1960 technology systems with unimpressive success records and with serious deficiencies in operational responsiveness and commercial viability. The current expendable systems have demonstrated launch success ratios of 0.85 to 0.95 with launch costs two to five times higher than the world class competition. The present U.S. Space Launch Infrastructure cannot support achievement of our National Space goals for Defense, Space Communication, SSF Logistics, and Exploration. Over the past 10 years, we have witnessed our share of the commercial satellites launched dwindle from 100% to less …

Paper Session I-C - Multifunctional Air Revitalization Systems, Scott R. Johnson, George G. Garrard, Shirley M. Mitchell

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The end goal in developing air revitalization systems is improved performance and enhanced capability to enable long-duration interplanetary life support. The evolution of current and near-term techniques is the most likely path to achieve future systems in which consumables are regenerated to effect weight and cost savings. Regenerative solid amine sorbents are now in use in the Space Shuttle Extended Duration Orbiter (EDO); currently, the solid amine performs only the carbon dioxide (CO2) removal function. Testing was conducted on solid amines to better understand the behavior during CO2 adsorption and the influences of trace contaminant gases. Tests were conducted, beginning …

Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Meeting regarding budget, elections, banquet, one card system, smoking, Adopt-a-Spot and Earth Day.

Resolution 93-8-S - Resurfacing Of Smith Stadium Track, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Resolution to resurface track at L.T. Smith Stadium.

Meeting Minutes, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Discussion of COSFL meeting, senate elections, senate resolutions and senate statistician.

April Agenda, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

April meeting agenda with information regarding salary plan.