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Cave Breakdown By Vadose Weathering, R. A. L. Osborne Jan 2002

Cave Breakdown By Vadose Weathering, R. A. L. Osborne

International Journal of Speleology

Vadose weathering is a significant mechanism for initiating breakdown in caves. Vadose weathering of ore bodies, mineral veins, palaeokarst deposits, non-carbonate keystones and impure, altered or fractured bedrock, which is intersected by caves, will frequently result in breakdown. Breakdown is an active, ongoing process. Breakdown occurs throughout the vadose zone, and is not restricted to large diameter passages, or to cave ceilings. The surfaces of disarticulated blocks are commonly coated, rather than having fresh broken faces, and blocks continue to disintegrate after separating from the bedrock. Not only gypsum, but also hydromagnesite and aragonite are responsible for crystal wedging. It …

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Subsidence Hazards As A Consequence Of Dam, Reservoir And Tunnel Construction, Petar Milanovic Jan 2002

Subsidence Hazards As A Consequence Of Dam, Reservoir And Tunnel Construction, Petar Milanovic

International Journal of Speleology

Considering all man-made structures in karst areas, dams, reservoirs and tunnels are the most vulnerable in relation to induced subsidence and caverns. Reservoirs that are located entirely or partially on karstified rocks covered with unconsolidated sediments are especially subsidence-prone. As a consequence of induced subsidence a number of reservoirs in karst areas failed and were never fully filled. Such subsidence formation is very damaging because the development is unpredictable and practically instantaneous. Reservoirs in karst areas may fail to fill despite an extensive site investigation programs and sealing treatment. Every problem is unique and past experiences are never repeated. This …

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Karst Subsidence In South-Central Apulia, Southern Italy, Marco Delle Rose, Mario Parise Jan 2002

Karst Subsidence In South-Central Apulia, Southern Italy, Marco Delle Rose, Mario Parise

International Journal of Speleology

Subsidence in the karst of Apulia (Southern Italy), one of the classical karst areas of Italy, is described in this paper. The carbonate rocks that make up the geological structure of the Apulia region are affected by subsidence, which is of different type and intensity depending upon geological, topographical, and hydrogeological conditions. In particular, we discriminate between inland subsidence and coastal subsidence. Inland subsidence is generally restricted to the presence of individual cavities, either empty or partly or totally filled with deposits produced by dissolution of soluble rocks underground. Locally, such subsidence can cause severe effects on anthropogenic structures above. …

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(In)Competent Communication And Depression : Understanding The Correlation Between Deficient Communication Skills And The Healthcare Provider, Sharon M. Cline Jan 2002

(In)Competent Communication And Depression : Understanding The Correlation Between Deficient Communication Skills And The Healthcare Provider, Sharon M. Cline

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Deception Detection Accuracy Of Trial Attorneys, Brian Van Fossen Jan 2002

Deception Detection Accuracy Of Trial Attorneys, Brian Van Fossen

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Patients' Knowledge Regarding The Image And Role Of Nurse Anesthetists, Marsha M. Wilson Jan 2002

Patients' Knowledge Regarding The Image And Role Of Nurse Anesthetists, Marsha M. Wilson

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Measurement Of The Q2 And Energy Dependence Of Diffractive Dnteractions At Hera: The Zeus Collaboration, S. Chekanov, D. Krakauer, S. Magill, B. Musgrave, A. Pellegrino, J. Repond, R. Yoshida, Margarita C. K. Mattingly, P. Antonioli, G. Anzivino, G. Bari, M. Basile, L. Bellagamba, D. Boscherini, A. Bruni, G. Bruni, G. Cara Romeo, M. Chiarini, L. Cifarelli, F. Cindolo, A. Contin, M. Corradi, S. De Pasquale, P. Giusti, G. Iacobucci, G. Levi, A. Margotti, T. Massam, R. Nania, C. Nemoz, F. Palmonari Jan 2002

Measurement Of The Q2 And Energy Dependence Of Diffractive Dnteractions At Hera: The Zeus Collaboration, S. Chekanov, D. Krakauer, S. Magill, B. Musgrave, A. Pellegrino, J. Repond, R. Yoshida, Margarita C. K. Mattingly, P. Antonioli, G. Anzivino, G. Bari, M. Basile, L. Bellagamba, D. Boscherini, A. Bruni, G. Bruni, G. Cara Romeo, M. Chiarini, L. Cifarelli, F. Cindolo, A. Contin, M. Corradi, S. De Pasquale, P. Giusti, G. Iacobucci, G. Levi, A. Margotti, T. Massam, R. Nania, C. Nemoz, F. Palmonari

Faculty Publications

Diffractive dissociation of virtual photons, γ*p → Xp, has been studied in ep interactions with the ZEUS detector at HERA. The data cover photon virtualities 0.17 < Q2 < 0.70 GeV2 and 3 < Q2 < 80 GeV2 with 3 < MX < 38 GeV, where MX is the mass of the hadronic final state. Diffractive events were selected by two methods: the first required the detection of the scattered proton in the ZEUS leading proton spectrometer (LPS); the second was based on the distribution of MX. The integrated luminosities of the low- and high-Q2 samples used in the LPS-based analysis are ≃ 0.9 pb-1 and ≃ 3.3 pb-1, respectively. The sample used for the MX-based analysis corresponds to an integrated luminosity of ≃ 6.2 pb-1. The dependence of the diffractive cross section on W, the virtual photon-proton centre-of-mass energy, and on Q2 is studied. In the low-Q2 range, the energy dependence is compatible with Regge theory and is used to determine the intercept of the Pomeron trajectory. The W dependence of the diffractive cross section exhibits no significant change from the low-Q2 to the high-Q2 region. In the low-Q2 range, little Q2 dependence is found, a significantly different behaviour from the rapidly falling cross section measured for Q2 > 3 GeV2. The ratio of the diffractive to the virtual photon-proton total cross section is studied as a function of W and Q2. Comparisons are made with a model based on perturbative QCD.

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A Sufficient Condition For The Uniqueness Of Positive Steady State To A Reaction Diffusion System, Joon Hyuk Kang, Yun Oh Jan 2002

A Sufficient Condition For The Uniqueness Of Positive Steady State To A Reaction Diffusion System, Joon Hyuk Kang, Yun Oh

Faculty Publications

In this paper, we concentrate on the uniqueness of the positive solution for the general elliptic system { Δu + u(g1(u) - g 2(v)) = 0 in R+ × Ω, Δν + v(h 1(u) - h2(v)) = 0 u|∂Ω = v| ∂Ω = 0. This system is the general model for the steady state of a competitive interacting system. The techniques used in this paper are upper-lower solutions, maximum principles and spectrum estimates. The arguments also rely on some detailed properties for the solution of logistic equations.

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Pm₂.₅ Ambient Sampling Analyzed In Conjunction With Dispersion Modeling At Three Upper Midwest Locations, Brian Helmowski Jan 2002

Pm₂.₅ Ambient Sampling Analyzed In Conjunction With Dispersion Modeling At Three Upper Midwest Locations, Brian Helmowski

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The Effects Of Instructional Set On Laboratory-Induced Aggression Among Participants With Mcmi-Ii Scale 4 Elevations And Controls, Ryan Hartmann Jan 2002

The Effects Of Instructional Set On Laboratory-Induced Aggression Among Participants With Mcmi-Ii Scale 4 Elevations And Controls, Ryan Hartmann

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Statistical And Experimental Evaluation Of Permanent Magnet Direct-Drive Wind Turbine, Kevin W. Harrison Jan 2002

Statistical And Experimental Evaluation Of Permanent Magnet Direct-Drive Wind Turbine, Kevin W. Harrison

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Quality Assurance For North Dakota Youth Correctional Treatment Programs : A Three-Year Study Of Students And Their Treatment Program Outcomes, Ross A. Munns Jan 2002

Quality Assurance For North Dakota Youth Correctional Treatment Programs : A Three-Year Study Of Students And Their Treatment Program Outcomes, Ross A. Munns

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A Teaching Evaluation Plan For The Office Of Medical Education At The University Of North Dakota, Maureen D. Ramsett Jan 2002

A Teaching Evaluation Plan For The Office Of Medical Education At The University Of North Dakota, Maureen D. Ramsett

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Characterization Of Experimental Polychondritis In Aged Hla-Dq Transgenic Mice, Allison T. Thiele Jan 2002

Characterization Of Experimental Polychondritis In Aged Hla-Dq Transgenic Mice, Allison T. Thiele

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Contact Experiences And Native American Elders' Use Of Medical Care, Sandra Tibke Jan 2002

Contact Experiences And Native American Elders' Use Of Medical Care, Sandra Tibke

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Factors Influencing Crna's Attitudes Regarding Midazolam As A Preoperative Sedative With Pediatric Patients, Trent E. Siemers Jan 2002

Factors Influencing Crna's Attitudes Regarding Midazolam As A Preoperative Sedative With Pediatric Patients, Trent E. Siemers

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The Experience Of First Nations Canadian Women With A Present Or Past Diagnosis Of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus, Sheila O'Leary Jan 2002

The Experience Of First Nations Canadian Women With A Present Or Past Diagnosis Of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus, Sheila O'Leary

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Maternal Fear Of Childbirth And Negative Delivery Outcomes, Jennifer L. Kringlie Jan 2002

Maternal Fear Of Childbirth And Negative Delivery Outcomes, Jennifer L. Kringlie

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Adapting Meditation To Promote Negotiation Success A Guide To Varieties And Scientific Support, Clark Freshman, Adele M. Hayes, Greg C. Feldman Jan 2002

Adapting Meditation To Promote Negotiation Success A Guide To Varieties And Scientific Support, Clark Freshman, Adele M. Hayes, Greg C. Feldman

Faculty Scholarship

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Hard Code Now!, Ugo Mattei Jan 2002

Hard Code Now!, Ugo Mattei

Faculty Scholarship

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An Empirical Study Of Associate Satisfaction, Law Firm Culture, And The Effects Of Billable Hour Requirements - Part Two, Susan Saab Fortney Jan 2002

An Empirical Study Of Associate Satisfaction, Law Firm Culture, And The Effects Of Billable Hour Requirements - Part Two, Susan Saab Fortney

Faculty Scholarship

This article considers billing practices, the effects of hourly billing pressure, and firm culture as reflected in a survey of associates in Texas law firms. Part I of this article reports the empirical information from the survey. This information includes insight into the toll an increase in billable hour requirements has taken on legal practitioners and the consequent affect on the legal field. Part II discusses what the data means and how it might be used to improve the outlook for attracting and retaining good associates.

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E-Conomy- From Here To Where? 3rd International We-B Conference, Nick Lethbridge (Ed.) Jan 2002

E-Conomy- From Here To Where? 3rd International We-B Conference, Nick Lethbridge (Ed.)

Research outputs pre 2011

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Developing Evaluation Frameworks For Assessing Quality Ict-Based Learning In Higher Education, Ron Oliver, John Hedberg, Barry Harper, Sandra Wills, Shirley Agostinho Jan 2002

Developing Evaluation Frameworks For Assessing Quality Ict-Based Learning In Higher Education, Ron Oliver, John Hedberg, Barry Harper, Sandra Wills, Shirley Agostinho

Research outputs pre 2011

This paper describes the evaluation of high quality learning designs which are being selected for possible redevelopment in a National Project funded by the Australian University Teaching Committee (AUTC). The project focuses on "Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) and Their Role in Flexible Learning" and is evaluating over 50 projects with a view to developing a range of software tools, templates and/or guidelines based on those that are deemed to be effective ICT-based learning projects. The approach is unique in that it tries to pinpoint the key attributes of ICT-based projects that make them suitable for application in other contexts …

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A Typology For Identifying Teachers' Progress In Ict Uptake, Barnard Clarkson, Ron Oliver Jan 2002

A Typology For Identifying Teachers' Progress In Ict Uptake, Barnard Clarkson, Ron Oliver

Research outputs pre 2011

This paper describes the design of an instrument to help identify teachers' level of ICT uptake. The instrument takes the form of a typology matrix comprising four stages in ICT uptake across a continuum describing teachers' levels of dependence. Identification of teachers' positions in the typology matrix is determined by their affective, cognitive and demonstrated states of ICT application and use. The paper describes the process of determining the position of two elementary school teachers within the typology and discusses the reliability and validity of the instrument and the placement process.

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Keeping An Anchor Watch: Industry Partnership A Basis For Learning, Catherine E Mcloughlin, Joseph Luca Jan 2002

Keeping An Anchor Watch: Industry Partnership A Basis For Learning, Catherine E Mcloughlin, Joseph Luca

Research outputs pre 2011

During the 1990’s Australia has heard the call for graduates equipped with generic skills as a key theme in the development appropriate curriculum and pedagogy. In tertiary contexts, skills and knowledge are often decontextualised and transferable, and work-related skills are not accorded sufficient emphasis in teaching and assessment. The present study is an example of industry involvement on tertiary learning and assessment enhances the student experience and contextualises the curriculum. The context of the study is a project management unit at tertiary level that utilising online learning and self-directed learning pedagogies. The design of the environment is presented within a …

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Successful Teamwork: A Case Study, Pina Tarricone, Joseph Luca Jan 2002

Successful Teamwork: A Case Study, Pina Tarricone, Joseph Luca

Research outputs pre 2011

Why are some teams successful and others unsuccessful? What criteria or attributes are needed for success? Contemporary teaching and learning practice over the past few years in higher education institutions has seen a proliferation of open-ended constructivist learning designs that incorporate collaboration. This has promoted the need for identifying essential attributes needed for successful teamwork. This study reviews the literature with a view of identifying a framework that educators can use to help promote effective teamwork in their classes. A case study is used to investigate two teams of final year multimedia students completing a project-based unit, in which teamwork …

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Designing For Reflection In Online Courses, Ron Oliver, Janice Herrington Jan 2002

Designing For Reflection In Online Courses, Ron Oliver, Janice Herrington

Research outputs pre 2011

Reflection can be described as both an individually-mediated and a socially-mediated process. In this paper we describe an online unit in a Graduate Certificate of Online Learning that has been designed to enhance the opportunities for students to reflect on their learning. Rather than being promoted as a learning strategy to supplement the unit curriculum, reflection has been integrated fully within the course design. Students are encouraged to reflect as they complete their chosen project (reflection-in-action) and in a more sustained and extended manner (reflection-on-action) as they write up their experiences in an article of publishable quality. The technology and …

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Developing An Instructional Design Strategy To Support Generic Skills Development, Joseph Luca, Ron Oliver Jan 2002

Developing An Instructional Design Strategy To Support Generic Skills Development, Joseph Luca, Ron Oliver

Research outputs pre 2011

No abstract provided.

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Experiential Learning On-Line: The Role Of Asynchronous Communication Tools, Catherine E Mcloughlin, Joseph Luca Jan 2002

Experiential Learning On-Line: The Role Of Asynchronous Communication Tools, Catherine E Mcloughlin, Joseph Luca

Research outputs pre 2011

The needs of learners are changing rapidly and continually in response to an environment that is characterised by change at economic, political and technological levels. There is greater pressure on universities to work more closely with employers in contributing to the process of economic development through the creation of a skilled workforce. Universities are becoming increasingly flexible in their responses to meeting the lifelong learning agenda. Online experiential learning is an essential element in the move towards more situated and professional orientations and with the drive to providing students with real world working knowledge. Asynchronous communication tools and tasks are …

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Enhancing The Quality Of The Student Experience Online: Revisiting The Imperative Of Learning As Socially Based, Catherine E Mcloughlin, Joseph Luca Jan 2002

Enhancing The Quality Of The Student Experience Online: Revisiting The Imperative Of Learning As Socially Based, Catherine E Mcloughlin, Joseph Luca

Research outputs pre 2011

Delivery of quality educational services and opportunities is becoming increasingly more complex as Web-based learning tools and support structures continue to evolve. Although much effort is devoted to examining the use of technology to teach course content, an emerging area of some importance in online teaching is how to enhance the student experience of learning and communicating online. Associated with this is the creation of social and supportive environments for learning when there is little face-to-face contact between distance learners and their teachers. This paper provides a framework and a set of strategies that can be used to create a …

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