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Did We Build What We Promised? Evaluating Maker Culture And Practice At A Public Historically Black University​, Harvey D. Long, Nicole Whetsel, Darian Quick

Faculty Publications

In 2021, F.D. Bluford Library at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (North Carolina A&T) received a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant to establish a makerspace to expand access to making, support project-based learning, and foster a sense of belonging at North Carolina A&T. Although the College of Engineering has a makerspace, North Carolina A&T did not have one available to students across all majors.

North Carolina A&T is a public, land-grant historically Black university, serving more than 15,000 students. As an institution with a longstanding emphasis on STEM education, entrepreneurship, and innovation, North Carolina A&T provides …

Stepping Toward The Edge, Rony Hirschhorn, Niccolò Negro, Liad Mudrik

Animal Sentience

The Edge of Sentience asks us to shift from asking whether an entity is sentient to whether it is a sentience candidate. Candidacy then motivates a debate about proportionate precautions, which Birch argues should be settled by citizens’ panels. This raises the question of what citizens bring to such a debate: what they attribute to entities, how they treat those entities, and how these vary depending on both the attributor and the entity in question. We report survey findings bearing on each question and ask what follows for the composition of the panels entrusted with these judgments.

Something In The Way: It Is What It Is, The Philosophical Discussion Group

The Philosopher's Stone

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Effective Modalities Of High-Dosage Tutoring For Literacy Development In Elementary Students, Kristy S. Gilpin

LSU Doctoral Dissertations

Since 2021, Louisiana has enacted several pieces of legislation to improve student literacy rates. In 2024, Louisiana passed legislation that requires the implementation of high-dosage tutoring for students. This study examined the effects of high-dosage literacy tutoring delivered through two modalities: traditional, in-person tutoring and online tutoring provided by the popular vendor Air Reading. Specifically, the study investigated whether differences existed in student growth based on modality and whether tutoring modality and attendance were significant predictors of growth for second through fifth-grade students in a rural Louisiana school district. Student growth was measured using changes in DIBELS composite score …

Advancing Patient-Centred Ai With Adaptive Machine Learning, Dimitrios Kalogeropoulos, Paul Barach, Andrea Downing, Stefaan Verhulst, Maryam Lustberg

College of Population Health Faculty Papers

Healthcare services and data ecosystems remain fragmented, inequitable and misaligned with patient, clinician and public health needs. Three pathways to patient-centred Artificial Intelligence (AI) have emerged to address this: data collaboration, Whole System Approaches and digital inclusion. Each has advanced the field. However, none delivers the continuous, participatory and outcome-grounded learning that equitable AI demands. The populations whose data drives AI learning must also be the populations who benefit from it. This principle has not been structurally embedded in any existing pathway. This narrative review defines a framework for operationalising Adaptive Machine Learning (AML) as a fourth, integrative pathway to …

When Polyps Strike Back: Adult Intussusceptions In Suspected Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, John R. Stevenson, Arsh Momin, Nadia Huq

Aurora GME

Introduction: Hereditary polyposis syndromes present with anemia, rectal bleeding, or polyps found on screening, rather than bowel obstruction. Adult intussusception is uncommon and rarely heralds these syndromes. We report an unusual presentation of suspected adenomatous polyposis in a young adult without a significant family history who developed two distinct intussusceptions in rapid succession, first in the jejunum and then in the distal colon. Case Description/Methods: A 24-year-old man with intermittent hematochezia, fatigue, weight loss, and no significant family history was admitted with profound anemia (hemoglobin 4.8 g/dL), treated with blood transfusions and intravenous iron. Computed tomography (CT) demonstrated a short-segment …

Sustainable Landscaping And Sustainability Education On A College Campus: A Case Study In Place-Based, Collaborative Ecosystem Science, Christine S. O'Connell, Shannon Hahn, Evelyn Jauregui, Michael V. Frazier, Anika R. Bratt, Mary A. Heskel, Megan Butler, Christie M. Manning

Biology, Chemistry, and Environmental Sciences Faculty Articles and Research

Sustainability education on college campuses can leverage interdisciplinary collaborations between facilities services, sustainability offices, environmental studies researchers, and students to provide hands-on opportunities for place-based learning. In an effort led by student researchers that could be replicated in academic practice at other academic institutions, we collaborated across campus groups to improve campus landscaping and turfgrass management. Turfgrass is an ideal cover for high-traffic areas and recreation, but is energy intensive to maintain, inefficient at carbon sequestration, and requires fertilizing which contributes to nutrient pollution. Here, we outline a student-led research effort that combined experiential learning, using a college campus as …

Notch2 Vus Interpretation In Pediatric Cholestasis: A 365-Variant Landscape And Genotype-Phenotype Analysis Of 7 Cases, Brett J. Hoskins, Tiziano Pramparo, Shannon M. Vandriel, Chaowapong Jarasvaraparn, Michael J. Wilsey, Voytek Slowik, Lakshmi Kunam, Janis M. Stoll, Ruben E. Quiros-Tejeira, Simon Lam, Wikrom Karnsakul

Manuscripts, Articles, Book Chapters and Other Papers

Background/Objectives: Interpretation of NOTCH2 variants of uncertain significance (VUSs) remains challenging in pediatric cholestasis and suspected Alagille syndrome (ALGS) due to incomplete penetrance, phenotypic variability, and extensive genetic variation. Although disease-specific variant classification criteria have identified pathogenic hotspots within epidermal growth factor (EGF)-like repeats 8-12 and ankyrin repeat domains 3-6, characterizing these VUSs requires a robust framework. Methods: We reviewed aggregate deidentified data from 519 multigene cholestasis panel entries and evaluated genotype-phenotype data from a consortium cohort of 7 pediatric patients with heterozygous NOTCH2 VUSs using a clinical-genomic prioritization framework informed by disease-specific ACMG criteria and domain location. …

A Linguistic Approach To Revelation 19:11–20:6 And The Millennium Binding Of Satan [Review] / Alan E. Kurschner, Stanislav Kondrat

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

Conspiracy/Theory [Review] / Joseph Masco And Lisa Wedeen, Eds., Valentin Zywietz

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

The Dialectics Of Mission: Between Vanhoozer And Kärkkäinen [Review] / Elmer A. Guzman., Boubakar Sanou

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

Love Is! A Journey Of Grief, Grace, And Gratitude [Review] / Frank M. Hasel., Angelika Kaiser

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

Resurrection Remembered: A Memory Approach To Jesus’ Resurrection In First Corinthians [Review] / David Graieg., Keldie Paroschi

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

Gentile Christian Identity From Cornelius To Constantine: The Nations, The Parting Of The Ways And Roman Imperial Ideology [Review] / Terence L. Donaldson., Rodrigo Galiza

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

The Gospel And The Gospels: Christian Proclamation And Early Jesus Books [Review] / Simon Gathercole., Jonathan Campbell

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

Conspiracy Theorizing: Analysis And Scriptural Critique [Review] / Gerald Arbuckle., Valentin Zywietz

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

Jews And Their Roman Rivals: Pagan Rome’S Challenge To Israel [Review] / Katell Berthelot., Rodrigo Galiza

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

The Ethical Theory Of Enrique Dussel: An Investigation Of Violence And Coercion In His Three Foundational Principles, Eric Antonio Del Valle Cruz

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

Evil, Ontology, And Scripture: A Diachronic Analysis Of Augustine Of Hippo’S Privatio Boni Concept, Jamie G. Boucher

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

From Devout Follower Of Muhammad To Committed Disciple Of Jesus: Principles And Methods Of Transition Phase Discipleship Among Adventist Believers From Muslim Background In Ethiopia, Temesgen Bulti Besha

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

Immanuel Kant On The End Of All Things Philosophical Eschatology As Theo-Political Critique, Daniël Muller

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

Immanuel Kant is his apocalyptically inflected essay “The End of All Things”. Throughout this text, Kant reflects upon the question of why humans expect an end to the world at all. What appears to be a series of mere metaphysical ruminations turns out to be a satirical critique of the new Prussian government’s religious policies. In this article, I argue that Kant, by teasing out moral, temporal and teleological meanings of “the end”, uses eschatological grammar to mount an ironic prophetic critique of the political enforcement of a particular type of religion by self-proclaimed Christian politicians.

Observations On Current Adventist Interpretations Of Daniel 11, Tarsee Li

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

of Daniel 11 are at least partially due to the ambiguities of the anaphoric references in the chapter. This study attempts to clarify some of the ambiguities by applying de Regt’s rules for the identification of anaphoric references. The author does not present his own interpretation of the chapter but offers brief observations on some current Adventist interpretations.

An Epistemological Reading Of Second Peter With An Application To Theological Discourse, Terry Robertson

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

community (2 Pet 1), contrasted with those of the false teachers (2 Pet 2), are applied to a truth versus error issue (2 Pet 3). The theme developed in 2 Peter of “growing in knowledge” may be viewed as relational, performative, and consequential. The Christian disciple is equipped to “be not deceived” and to “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” (2 Pet 3:17–18 NIV)—both in the discernment and proclamation of truth. I propose that Peter’s message speaks to theological discourse, how members of the learning community who pursue biblical theology engage one another …

Table Of Content Vol 61.2, Auss Auss

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

Theories Of Creation Day Inception: Their Nature, History, And Features, Brian Hollis

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

The debate over creation day inception, when the creation days commenced according to the day one account of Gen 1:3–5, has persisted since the earliest times of Christianity. This article explores why this debate has continued so long by surveying the history of the debate and by examining the components of the major theories which have been proposed. The connection of the debate to other theological disputes, along with the fact that neither morning nor evening theory has satisfactorily addressed the temporal challenges of the day one account as yet, have both contributed to the persistence of this debate. Though …

Editorial Vol 61.2, Martin F. Hanna, Oliver M. Glanz

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

No abstract provided.

Navigating Japanese Expatriate Children’S Linguistic, Cultural, And Psychological Adjustments To Their Host Communities In Southeast Michigan, Kiyotaka Suga

MITESOL Journal: An Online Publication of MITESOL

This case study explored how three Japanese expatriate children who moved to Southeast Michigan because of their parents’ job-transfer reacted and adjusted linguistically and culturally to new communities. Based on their experiences and perspectives, this study investigated what kind of potential supports can be provided to navigate their linguistic, cultural, and psychological adjustments to their new host communities in Southeast Michigan. To address these research questions, the three participants’ trajectories of their cross-linguistic, cultural, and psychological adjustments were examined through retrospective semi-structured interviews. Content analyses on their interview comments highlighted the following themes: (1) language-related challenges; (2) cross-cultural experiences and …

Piloting Translation Earbuds With Newcomer Multilinguals: An Exploratory Case Study With Teachers In Michigan Public Schools, Robyn Edwards, Joe Terantino

MITESOL Journal: An Online Publication of MITESOL

This exploratory case study examines how in-service teachers (n = 6) piloted translation earbuds to support WIDA Level 1-2 newcomer multilinguals in Michigan K–12 public schools. Grounded in Sociocultural Theory, the study highlights teachers’ perceptions of how the earbuds mediated classroom participation and access to instruction. Teachers identified the earbuds as most effective during content-heavy teacher talk, where real-time interpreting supported newcomers’ comprehension of grade-level content and reduced communication barriers. Teachers also reported that the earbuds increased student participation, encouraged socioemotional engagement, and helped strengthen teacher-student relationships by enabling more immediate and meaningful interaction. At the same time, teachers emphasized …

I Think, Therefore I Am I Am, Therefore I Think, Zrinka Tomašić

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This work is bringing forward questions about animal, plant, inanimate objects (including AI and molecules, atoms and subatomic particles) and even post-mortem consciousness. It gives examples and researches that are made and still being made. It connects the real examples with the philosophic thought past and present, Western and Chinese. It even mentions the research assignment about plant consciousness that is suitable for school children to do. And, although it has so many examples in biology, philosophy, physics and other fields, in the end it asks a question „Are they really conscious“ to every reader to reflect on. To come …

Modified Frozen Elephant Trunk Repair For Aortic Coarctation With Segmental Post-Stenotic Aneurysms, Pham Quoc Dat, Ma Nguyen Thai Hoang, Dang Van Phuc, Ta Dinh Do, Ngo Phi Long

Journal of the Saudi Heart Association

Aortic coarctation can be complicated by descending thoracic aortic aneurysms in adults. A 31-year-old man presented with exertional chest pain radiating to the back. Preoperative evaluation showed a 27-mmHg arm-leg systolic pressure gradient, echocardiographic coarctation with a 10-mm narrowest diameter and 25-mmHg gradient, and computed tomography showing two segmental post-stenotic aneurysms, the largest measuring 62 mm. He underwent one-stage modified frozen elephant trunk repair using a Medtronic thoracic stent graft sutured to a surgical graft. The postoperative gradient decreased to 5 mmHg, with stable 9-month follow-up.