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The Role Of Agricultural Social Enterprise To Smallholder Farmers’ Adaptive Capacity To Climatic Stresses In Tanzania, Stanley G Kulanga, Noah M Pauline

Tanzania Journal of Science

This paper intended to ascertain the implications of agricultural social enterprise on the adaptive capacity of smallholder farmers to climatic stresses in the Kilolo District, Tanzania. The study used a sample of 90 households. Household questionnaires, focus group discussions (FGD), and key informant interviews were used to collect primary data for this study. Secondary data were collected through a review of literature relevant to this study. The content analysis was used to analyse qualitative data, whereas quantitative data were subjected to Statistical Product and Service Solution (SPSS) version 20 for analysis. Microsoft Excel 2007 was used to analyse rainfall and …

2022-03-31 Faculty Senate Newsletter, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

Faculty Senate newsletter from March 31, 2022.

Passion To Purpose: An Autobiographical Narrative Inquiry Into The Development Of The Summer Ace Program, Owen Hooper

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

Students transitioning from high school to college are met with many challenges beyond academics including social acclimation, campus culture integration, and holistic wellness. Researchers agree that a successful and purposeful transition for incoming college students requires involvement and engagement with peers to help students adapt and increase their likelihood to graduate (Astin, 1999; Kuh, 2009; Tinto, 1998). This autobiographical narrative inquiry reflects on past experiences in assessing the needs of transitioning students at the University of South Florida and developing a purposeful programming model to support students. I aim to help the reader understand my personal commitment to these programs …

Examining The Perspectives Of Adult Working Learners And Key Stakeholders Using Critical Race Theory, Gloria E. Jacobs, Jill Castek, Kathy Harris, Jen Vanek

Applied Linguistics Faculty Publications and Presentations

Purpose: This article reports on a critical race theory (CRT) analysis of the perspectives of providers of employer-supported educational opportunities and adult learners, who identified as Black, indigenous or as a person of color, and were employed in service industries. Design/methodology/approach: A review of the literature was used to shape an initial interview protocol. Data were collected from working learners in retail, hospitality, restaurants and healthcare industries. An “a priori” coding scheme that drew from CRT was applied to transcripts during analysis. Findings: Analysis revealed that working learners' skills, experiential knowledge, learning mindset, language flexibility and knowledge gained from previous …

Taskforce Framework In Validating Authenticity Of University Information Over The Wikipedia.Pdf, Hayati Abd Rahman, Zainab Mohd Noor, Amirul Abd Rashid, Roziah Mohd Janor

Malaysian Journal of Computing (MJoC)

Wikipedia is considered a globally primary resource for public review. As it is the largest, free, and most popular general reference work on the World Wide Web, it is easy for web crawlers to do their search indexes and improve the visibility of the page in the digital world. To sustain its top ranking in organic search and display of any search engines, Wikipedia attracts many links and contains a large amount of content on a broad set of topics. Document about Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) started in Wikipedia since 2004, and it has been consistently evolving since then. UiTM …

Booked, Emma Patton

Children's Book and Media Review

Even with all the words in the English language, sometimes it’s difficult to know what to say. Nick loves to play soccer and doesn't think anything else matters. His dad uses big words and makes Nick read the dictionary, but Nick doesn't see the point. At school, the librarian tries anything he can to get Nick to settle down and read a book, but there can't possibly be any book that’s better than soccer. But then Nick’s life starts getting a little more complicated. He thought his family was perfect, but his mom and dad tell Nick that they're going …

September 2019 Cbmr Book Reviews, Various Reviewers

Children's Book and Media Review

Contains all 30 book reviews for September 2019 in one pdf.

Bilingual Breakout Ii: English, Cristo Leon, Michele Rittenhouse, Louis Wells

The State of STEM

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Welcome And Nj Stem Month Review And Opening Remarks, Cristo Leon, James Lipuma

The State of STEM

Welcome to the event: “State of STEM 2022: How does virtual Hands-on STEM work?"

Culminating STEM Month 2022

Fomentar La Equidad En El Aprendizaje De Verano Para Los Estudiantes De Un Distrito Escolar Rural De Título I: El Libre Acceso A Los Recursos Educativos, Kathrina M. O'Connell

The Interactive Journal of Global Leadership and Learning

Esta investigación estudia la pérdida del aprendizaje de verano y el efecto de los recursos de verano en el desarrollo de la alfabetización de los estudiantes. El presente estudio explicativo secuencial de métodos mixtos fue diseñado utilizando la teoría del grifo para proporcionar recursos equitativos y apoyo educativo a los estudiantes de quinto al octavo grado en un distrito escolar rural, socioeconómicamente desfavorecido. En un esfuerzo por reducir la pérdida de aprendizaje durante las vacaciones de verano, se coordinaron el transporte, desayunos, almuerzos, libros y un programa de enriquecimiento enfocado en la alfabetización para todos los participantes. El enfoque pragmático …

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Nbome Toxicity And Fatalities: A Review Of The Literature, Matthew Lipow, Syed Zane Kaleem, Eduardo Espiridion

Transformative Medicine

In the decade since the introduction of the novel synthetic hallucinogen NBOMe into the consumer market, this drug has become an increasingly prevalent, yet poorly understood cause of altered mental status (AMS) resulting in hospitalization.

In this literature review, we conducted a PubMed query for mentions of NBOMe ingestion since Suzuki et al.’s publication of their 2015 review. Among English language publications published between October 2014 and June 8, 2021, were sixteen case reports and six case series detailing a total of 42 cases of NBOMe toxicity.

Notably, 26 (62%) patients experienced tachycardia, 22 (52%) had hypertension, 34 (81%) experienced …

The Desired Directions Of The Development Of Marketing Strategies Adopted By The Ekstraklasa Clubs On The Basis Of A Comparative Analysis Of The Revenue Structure Of The Leading Ekstraklasa And Premier League Clubs In 2016 And 2017 (Using The Analysis Of Annual Reports And Financial Statements As Well As The Norton And Kaplan Model), Joanna Jedel, Marcin Burchard

Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity

Background:‪In the article below the authors will try to answer the question about the usefulness on the Polish market of a marketing and management strategy of a sports enterprise, based on the Norton and Kaplan models, based on the examples functioning in the Premier League. Material and methods:‪For the purpose of this work, the authors have analysed the literature. In addition, annual reports of the Football Business of Ekstraklasa from the seasons of 2015/2016 and 2016/2017 made by the official auditors, Ernst & Young Global Limited, were reviewed presenting the financial data of the Ekstraklasa SA clubs.Results:‪ In the circumstances …

Analysis Of The Kinematic Parameters Of Squatting In Subjects With Different Levels Of Physical Activity – A Preliminary Study, Magdalena Zawadka, Edyta Lukasik, Maria Skublewska Paszkowska, Jakub Smolka, Piotr Gawda, Miroslaw Jablonski

Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity

Background:‪Bipedal leg squat is a common rehabilitation exercise. It is used for evaluation of lower limb function and pelvis and core stability. The aim of this study was a comparison of the lower limb, pelvis and spine ranges of motion in subjects with different declared physical activity level during bipedal squat. Material and methods:‪Twenty healthy student-volunteers took part in this investigation. Based on the author’s questionnaire, they were divided into two groups: “higher” and “lower” physical activity level. Participants performed a two-leg squat with maximal depth, and returned to the standing position. The tridimensional motion of the ankle, knee, hip, …

Is The Use Of Pedometers Feasible For Identifying The Volume And Intensityof A Balance Specific Exercise Programme For Older Adults, Darja Rugelj, Renata Vauhnik

Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity

Background: ‪Exercise programmes consisting of stepping were found to significantly reduce incidence of falls in the elderly. The aim of this case study was to evaluate the feasibility of step counts and to identify a specific dose, i.e. the amount and intensity of stepping during a multicomponent balance specific exercise programme. Material and methods: ‪Thirty fit community-dwelling older adults (69.7 ±6.2 years) participated in the study. The number of steps and the intensity of stepping per training unit was recorded with StepWatch pedometers. Results: ‪The average recorded number of steps per one-hour training unit was 1100 ±215. The intensity level …

The Effect Of Vitamin D3 On The Osteointegration Of Dental Implants, Grzegorz Trybek, Magda Aniko Wlodarczyk, Jakub Kwiatek, Olga Preuss, Andrzej Brodkiewicz, Andrzej Sinicyn, Anna Grzywacz

Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity

Dental surgeons, maxillofacial surgeons and implantologists are increasingly interested in the effects of vitamin D on bone metabolism and the immune system. The correct concentration of this prohormone potentially correlates with success at each stage of osteointegration of endosseous implants.‪A review of literature related to the topic of the paper.‬‪A suitable level of vitamin D3 is crucial from the day of surgery. It influences the modulation of the immune system – increases the production of cathelicidin and defensin, and reduces the expression of proinflammatory cytokines. It also has a positive effect on bone metabolism in osteo-suppression via the induction of …

Paediatric Physical Activity And Health: Moving Towards A Measure Of Quality, Cain C.T. Clark, Claire M. Barnes

Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity

It is clear that physical activity, holistically, is linked with several positive factors through the life course. There exists a large evidence base for physical activity quantity, yet there has been little integration of physical activity qualities, and whilst qualityis a nebulous term, recent developments in literature suggest it may be a viable measure in the characterisation of physical activity. The purpose of the study was to comprehensively review the development towards a measure of physical activity quality.‪A review of literature was conducted using online databases: Web of Science, PubMed and Google Scholar. A narrative review was subsequently prepared on …

Time-Motion Characteristics Of Match-Play In Elite Polish Youth Soccer Players Of Various Playing Positions, Bartosz Dolanski, Pawel Rompa, Liu Hongyou, Karol Wasilewski, Andrzej Szwarc

Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity

Background:‪The aim of this study is to examine and compare the distance covered with high-intensity running and to determine differences in maximum velocities achieved in a match by 15–19-year-old elite Polish soccer players depending on their age and playing positions. Material and methods:‪The current study monitored and analyzed 528 matches of youth soccer players of six tactical positions (12 goalkeepers, 24 fullbacks, 24 central backs, 24 wide midfielders, 36 central midfielders and 12 forwards) from four age categories (U-15, U-16, U-17 and U-19) from three top Polish soccer academies, using a MinimaxX device. Results:‪It was found that in every age …

High-Octane Gasoline Production Processes Using Catalysts Containing Platinum, Dilnoza Mauletbayevna Ametova, Duysenbay Xojabayevich Abdikamalov, Edil Abilov

Karakalpak Scientific Journal

The catalytic reforming process is designed to increase the detonation resistance of gasolines and to obtain individual aromatic hydrocarbons, mainly benzene, toluene, xylenes - petrochemical feedstocks. It is important to obtain a cheap hydrogen-containing gas in the process for use in other hydrocatalytic processes. The importance of catalytic reforming processes in oil refining increased significantly in the 1990s. due to the need to produce unleaded high-octane gasoline

Ecotourism Development In The Republic Of Karakalpakstan, Nurzada Atamuratova, Azamat Kudaybergenov, Atabek Alimov

Karakalpak Scientific Journal

The paper examines some theoretical and methodological issues of the development of ecological tourism in the Republic of Karakalpakstan. Presents the problems and ways to solve them, given the tourism potential assessment of Karakalpakstan, including analyze new ecotourism destinations in the Region. This paper examines some theoretical and methodological issues for the development of ecological tourism in the Republic of Karakalpakstan.

Socio-Economic Factors Of Environmental Problems, Manzura Kamalova, D. Shakenov

Karakalpak Scientific Journal

People consciously and intensively rebuild their nature according to their own needs, creating rural and urban areas in which they live. People care about the quality of life in the context of the unity of nature and culture. Social is a relatively new discipline that deals with urban space and environmental issues. One way to imagine what is beneficial to people is to find out what is economically best for the person. The article examines the economic factors that form the attitude towards social ecology in Kazakhstan. The article concludes that society should cooperate to achieve common things, both for …

Organizational And Economic Bases Of Creation And Development Of Small Industrial Areas In Uzbekistan, Azamat Kudaybergenov

Karakalpak Scientific Journal

Industrial parks, technopolises, and industrial areas are the important mechanisms for solving the problems related to the development of small and medium enterprises, employment, and technological development of industry in all countries. Currently, there are 400 industrial parks in the United States and China, 200 in Germany, 262 in Turkey, and about 200 in Vietnam. These areas play a key role in the formation of a modern technological base of production, the introduction of innovations in production processes, and the creation of high-capacity products and services.

Application Of Innovative Solutions In The Exposition Of Samarkand Museums, Gulra’No R. Orifjonova

Karakalpak Scientific Journal

This article analyzes the exposition features of Samarkand museums. Samarkand State Joint Historical-Architectural and Art Museum-Reserve is famous for its rich collections. The Samarkand museum exposition presents collections of ceramics, carvings, fabrics, embroidery, carpets and clothes covering all regions of Uzbekistan. The museum presents these collections to the public on the basis of innovative solutions using thematic, complex, ensemble methods.

Life In Ireland: Perspectives From An Irish Native And An American Student, Mccall Bennion

2021-22 Field Notes

While still in the midst of their study abroad experiences, students at Linfield University write reflective essays. Their essays address issues of cultural similarity and difference, compare lifestyles, mores, norms, and habits between their host countries and home, and examine changes in perceptions about their host countries and the United States. In this essay, McCall Bennion describes observations during study abroad in Galway, Ireland.

Experiencias Profesorales. Gestionando El Aprendizaje Desde El Medit, Víctor Hugo Londoño Aguirre, Francisco Conejo Carrasco, Andrés Tabla Rico, John Alexander Viracachá Reyes, Andrés David Nieto Buitrago

Institucional

Este libro expone las últimas experiencias profesorales en el marco de la innovación educativa en el MEDIT (Modelo Educativo Digital Transmoderno) con la sistematización de acciones orientadas hacia un mejor desempeño del aprendizaje de los estudiantes de la Universidad de Cundinamarca. Por ello, la base y eje transversal de cada una de ellas es el propio Modelo Educativo Digital Transmoderno para asumir una postura sobre la priorización de la formación para la vida, los valores democráticos, la civilidad y la libertad. Frente a lo anterior, el profesor se presenta como un gestor del conocimiento y el aprendizaje, dando el protagonismo …

Pulaski County Education Report Card 2021, Sarah C. Mckenzie, Josh B. Mcgee, Charlene Reid, Christine L. Magness

Education Report Card

The goal of this report is to help parents, school personnel, community members, and policy makers understand how effectively the students in their community are being served by public schools. The past two years have been difficult for families, teachers, and students, and throughout the challenging context, Pulaski County students demonstrated lower growth in achievement on the ACT Aspire than students in the state overall, and are performing below the state average in achievement, graduation rates, and School Quality and Student Success scores. Acknowledging the unprecedented circumstances presented by the COVID virus, Arkansas schools were not assigned an overall letter …

Nwarkansas Education Report Card 2021, Sarah C. Mckenzie, Josh B. Mcgee, Charlene Reid, Christine L. Magness

Education Report Card

The goal of this report is to help parents, school personnel, community members, and policy makers understand how effectively the students in their community are being served by public schools. The past two years have been difficult for families, teachers, and students, but despite the challenging context, Northwest Arkansas students are demonstrating greater growth in achievement and earning higher scores on the ACT Aspire than are the students in the state overall. Schools in NWA also have received higher School Quality and Student Success scores and are graduating a greater percentage of high school students. Acknowledging the unprecedented circumstances presented …

We Are ... Marshall, March 30, 2022, Office Of Marshall University Communications

We Are ... Marshall: the Newsletter for Marshall University 1999-2023

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Intersectional Silencing In The Archive: Salaria Kea And The Spanish Civil War, Kathryn Everly

Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics - All Scholarship

Salaria Kea was the only African American woman to serve with the American Medical Unit during the Spanish Civil War. Her experience has been silenced and edited within the archive by traditionally more authoritative voices. Reconsidering the impact of intersectionality on personal experience can lead to a better understanding of Black U.S. participation in voluntary war efforts as well as to a decentering of the predominant euro-centric versions of the war in Spain and of history in general. The impetus of many African Americans to join the fight against fascism in Spain stemmed directly from the Italian invasion of Ethiopia …

Narrowing The Digital Divide: Instructional Practices Promoting Growth Mindset To Address Students’ Digital Literacy Needs In A Secondary School Learning Environment, Alyssa A. Krisanda

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this explanatory sequential mixed methods study was: (1) to explore the ways in which high school teachers use instructional practices that promote a growth mindset among their students, (2) how those practices are used to improve digital literacy, and (3) how these practices evolved during the transition from face-to-face instruction to remote instruction. This study aimed to explore not only how teachers are using instructional strategies to promote growth mindset, but how those strategies are helping to address students‘ digital literacy needs with the intent to narrow the digital divide. For this study, the case-selection variant of …