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Frameworks For Nurturing And Assessing Students’ Statistical Thinking In Regression Modelling, Wing Kin, Ken Li Dec 2014

Frameworks For Nurturing And Assessing Students’ Statistical Thinking In Regression Modelling, Wing Kin, Ken Li

Practical Social and Industrial Research Symposium

No abstract provided.

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Tvet As An Important Factor In Country’S Economic Development, Margarita Pavlova Dec 2014

Tvet As An Important Factor In Country’S Economic Development, Margarita Pavlova

Practical Social and Industrial Research Symposium

In this keynote speech, Dr Pavlova will bring together a number of strategic development areas for Hong Kong as stated in the 2014 Chief Executive’s Policy Address. These areas include economic development, innovation and technology industries, vocational education and environmental protection.

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Commission Meeting: Report On Climate Change Progress In Virginia, James Redick, Carlton H. Hershner, Paul Olsen, Bill Shelton Dec 2014

Commission Meeting: Report On Climate Change Progress In Virginia, James Redick, Carlton H. Hershner, Paul Olsen, Bill Shelton

Virginia Coastal Policy Center Annual Conference

Q&A from the Commission members.

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Best Practices Of Consuming Linked Open Data, Arbër Beshiri, Joana Mita, Anja Vangieli Nov 2014

Best Practices Of Consuming Linked Open Data, Arbër Beshiri, Joana Mita, Anja Vangieli

UBT International Conference

The term Linked Data is defined as a set of best practices for publishing and interlinking structured data on the web. These best practices were introduced by Tim Berners-Lee and are also known as principles. These best practices are used by the vast majority of data providers leading to the establishment of a global data space known as the web of data. In this paper will analyze and explore the technical principles of Linked Data, the best practices of using Linked Data, some deployed Linked Data applications and use cases to exploit the Web of Data.

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Mechatronics In Electrical Efficiency And Environmental Impact, Sherif Hyseni Nov 2014

Mechatronics In Electrical Efficiency And Environmental Impact, Sherif Hyseni

UBT International Conference

This paper focuses on the mechatronic technology development, and its influent on electrical efficiency with a direct result in cost and environment. Considering the well-known European Union standard “20-20-20” and the possibility and responsibility of Kosovo in this field, the role of energy efficiency has great impact for future directions. This paper refers to a new technology solution for heating that is available on the local market, called “DAIKIN” by analyzing the functionality of this device and its promise to save up to 40% of the heating costs. Implementation of “DAIKIN” technology in state institutions in Prishtina, and also the …

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Authentication In Saas By Implementing Double Security Measures, Muhamet Gërvalla, Shkëlqim Berisha Nov 2014

Authentication In Saas By Implementing Double Security Measures, Muhamet Gërvalla, Shkëlqim Berisha

UBT International Conference

Growing trends of services offered in the field of Cloud Computing are increasing on daily basis. These services are divided into three models: Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS). Despite this, much interest is shown to the usage of Software as a Service (SaaS) model. This model offers the usage of software’s that are hosted in Cloud that can be accessed by using web browsers or through “thin client”. Security and privacy are two most important problems that can occur in this model. Authentication through password is one of the …

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Concept Of Online Assisted Platform For Technologies And Management In Communications – Optimek, Galia Marinova, Vassil Guliashki, Ognyan Chikov Nov 2014

Concept Of Online Assisted Platform For Technologies And Management In Communications – Optimek, Galia Marinova, Vassil Guliashki, Ognyan Chikov

UBT International Conference

The paper describes the concept of a Multimodular Multydisciplinary platform, contacting through unified templates in a Portal with knowledge, with Useful INTERNET resources, in order to provide advanced research and education. Usually the online resources available are mainly in the area of e- and distance education, but still an understanding is missing for the scale and the use of studying and the systematization of the online resource. The new concept has an accent of the useful INTERNET resource and the development of a System of nets to it, in the aim of solving tasks and generating new knowledge in the …

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The Impacts Of Cloud Computing And Big Data Applications On Developing World-Based Smallholder Farmers, Nir Kshetri Nov 2014

The Impacts Of Cloud Computing And Big Data Applications On Developing World-Based Smallholder Farmers, Nir Kshetri

UBT International Conference

Cloud computing and big data applications are likely to have far-reaching and profound impacts on developing world-based smallholder farmers. Especially, the use of mobile devices to access cloud-based applications is a promising approach to deliver value to smallholder farmers in developing countries since according to the International Telecommunication Union, mobile-cellular penetration in developing countries is expected to reach 90% by the end of 2014. This article examines the contexts, mechanisms, processes and consequences associated with cloud computing and big data deployments in farming activities that could affect the lives of developing world-based smallholder farmers. We analyze the roles of big …

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Itu-Prp: Parallel And Distributed Computing Middleware For Java Developers, Enis Spahi, D. Turgay Altilar Nov 2014

Itu-Prp: Parallel And Distributed Computing Middleware For Java Developers, Enis Spahi, D. Turgay Altilar

UBT International Conference

ITU-PRP provides a Parallel Programming Framework for Java Developers on which they can adapt their sequential application code to operate on a distributed multi-host parallel environment. Developers would implement parallel models, such as Loop Parallelism, Divide and Conquer, Master-Slave and Fork-Join by the help of an API Library provided under framework. Produced parallel applications would be submitted to a middleware called Parallel Running Platform (PRP), on which parallel resources for parallel processing are being organized and performed. The middleware creates Task Plans (TP) according to application’s parallel model, assigns best available resource Hosts, in order to perform fast parallel processing. …

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The Analysis Of Composıtıonal Data, A General Overvıew And An Applicatıon With Gdp Data For Albanıan Economy In R Software, Mirjeta (Dëra) Pasha, Edlira Kalemi, Senada Bushati, Anisa Skandaj Nov 2014

The Analysis Of Composıtıonal Data, A General Overvıew And An Applicatıon With Gdp Data For Albanıan Economy In R Software, Mirjeta (Dëra) Pasha, Edlira Kalemi, Senada Bushati, Anisa Skandaj

UBT International Conference

In the paper “The analysis of compositional data, a general overview and an application with GDP data for Albanian economy in R software" we have studied the principle rules of the compositional data analysis. We have listed some of the fields where we can find and we can apply compositional data analysis. Furthermore there have been treated the main problems that a user will have during the work with coda data. After problems there are a lot of ways and methods in order to avoid those problems and some transformations that really help the coda work. The most important part …

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Theoretical Analysis Of Dynamic General Equilibrium Model, Mimi Kodheli, Arjeta Vokshi Nov 2014

Theoretical Analysis Of Dynamic General Equilibrium Model, Mimi Kodheli, Arjeta Vokshi

UBT International Conference

Central Bank is one of the most important institutions of a country because its responsibility is to draw and implement the monetary policy. The central bank, in order to accomplish this responsibility, has to have a clearly defined main objective, the instruments that will use to achieve the objective, and it should be able to make precise or very good forecasts of macroeconomic variables. In order to make these forecasts, the central bank should first of all understand every monetary transmission mechanism and determine the most effective one. The success or non-success of monetary policy, living apart the other factors, …

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Efficient Algorithm For Solving 3sum Problem, Muhamed Retkoceri Nov 2014

Efficient Algorithm For Solving 3sum Problem, Muhamed Retkoceri

UBT International Conference

In this paper is presented an algorithm for solving 3SUM problem efficiently in general computation model. The algorithm is based on sorting and splits the task into sub-tasks where this approach enables the algorithm to run concurrently at the high-level of computing. The algorithm is O(n2) and running sequentially achieves at least ~1/5 n2 number of basic necessary accesses of data structures. In this paper is also presented a comparison of running performances in practice between the new algorithm and the current most famous algorithm for 3SUM which is in-place and also based on sorting.

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The Use Of Intelligent System In Transport And Concrete Benefits When Using This System In Context Of Saving Fuel, Muhamet Avdyli Nov 2014

The Use Of Intelligent System In Transport And Concrete Benefits When Using This System In Context Of Saving Fuel, Muhamet Avdyli

UBT International Conference

The intelligent systems in transport are being used increasingly in order to facilitate the transportation management, improving the economic aspect as well as increasing safety during the transportation process.The article initially makes an analysis of the evolution, distribution and use of the telematics systems in the transportation business until nowadays, extracting as a result some suggestions. Furthermore, the article analysis the economic character and drawing the concrete results, that supports the use of such systems and makes them a must in progress of a transport business. The direct impact in terms of economics has the managerial aspect too, which is …

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Logistical Route Optimization To Reduce Transportation Cost, Bashkim Çerkini, Valma Prifti, Robert Kosova Nov 2014

Logistical Route Optimization To Reduce Transportation Cost, Bashkim Çerkini, Valma Prifti, Robert Kosova

UBT International Conference

Many manufacturing companies produce their products in few locations and transport them to the different shops or demand points. In this paper work we will use the power of IP - Solver and Microsoft Solver Foundation in order to resolve logistical route optimization problem to reduce transportation cost of the fruit juice factory or to find the least expensive way to produce and transport products to the customers and meet customer demand. Fruit juice company produces juice in three different factories: F1, F2 and F3. Each week, the fruit juice factory must transport juice to the five different demand points: …

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Using Congruence In Encoding Musical Partituras, Besim Shala, Besiana Mehmedi, Shkodran Tolaj, Azir Jusufi Nov 2014

Using Congruence In Encoding Musical Partituras, Besim Shala, Besiana Mehmedi, Shkodran Tolaj, Azir Jusufi

UBT International Conference

Along with theoretical review of partituras and encryption systems, we have tried to conduct encryption of sheets by encoding all of its elements such as: encoding musical notes, encoding values of notes and intermissions, encoding accords, encoding tonalities and encoding rhythm whereby the original musical piece is transformed into an irregular and meaningless sheet. Information technology today has allowed for easier copying of authorial pieces; therefore, it is necessary to know encryption which allows protection of pieces from any misuse. Cryptology including knowledge of congruence deals with resolution of these insecurities. The significance of this paper lies in intertwining knowledge …

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It, E-Commerce, Individual And Team Learning Environment, Besnik Skenderi, Diamanta Skenderi Nov 2014

It, E-Commerce, Individual And Team Learning Environment, Besnik Skenderi, Diamanta Skenderi

UBT International Conference

This paper is about impact of Information Technology on creating learning environment and on e-commerce. Because of innovations on the field of IT, individuals and businesses are affected; however with those changes also need for capacity building and long life learning is appearing. In addition, companies and markets can not be considered as a static concept, but they are changing and evolving every day. Those changes are also brining innovations in management procedures and in production of goods and services. Implementation of e-commerce is trigering also the implementation of other e-tools that can help companies to manage in better way …

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On The Role Of Gis Technology In Geospatial Education (Qgis Vs Argis), Shkelqim Kuka, Jozef Bushati Nov 2014

On The Role Of Gis Technology In Geospatial Education (Qgis Vs Argis), Shkelqim Kuka, Jozef Bushati

UBT International Conference

In the teaching of modeling concepts and spatial analysis, a major role play technologies and software. Anyhow main aim at the education is the teaching of concept independently on what kind of technologies and software will be used. The latter might be grouped in two categories: the commercial software and Open Source software. In this article emphasises the role of GIS technologies at the process of teaching and it is fulfilled an analysis advantages adn disadvantages between both software: commercial software ArcGis, and so called “Open Source” QuantumGis. Taking in to consideration the financial possibility of the educational institutions and …

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Weather Research Requirements To Improve Space Launch From Cape Canaveral Air Force Station And Nasa Kennedy Space Center, William P. Roeder, Lisa L. Huddleston, William H. Bauman Iii, Kelly B. Doser Nov 2014

Weather Research Requirements To Improve Space Launch From Cape Canaveral Air Force Station And Nasa Kennedy Space Center, William P. Roeder, Lisa L. Huddleston, William H. Bauman Iii, Kelly B. Doser

Space Traffic Management Conference

Weather has a large affect on operations at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station (CCAFS) and NASA Kennedy Space Center (KSC). Weather is the leading source of scrubs and delays to space launch from CCAFS/KSC. Weather has an even larger impact on ground processing as space launch vehicles and payloads are prepared in the months before space launch. Many of those operations are very sensitive to weather. In addition, the weather in Florida is notoriously difficult to predict, especially during the summer when rapid deep convection can occur in minutes. Finally, the weather can be extremely subtle in this area during …

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Kentucky Forage Spokesperson Contest, Kentucky Forage And Grassland Council Oct 2014

Kentucky Forage Spokesperson Contest, Kentucky Forage And Grassland Council

Kentucky Grazing Conference

No abstract provided.

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Can I Afford To Spray For Weeds?, Scott Flynn Oct 2014

Can I Afford To Spray For Weeds?, Scott Flynn

Kentucky Grazing Conference

A common question among managers of grazing operations is “At what level of weed pressure does it become economical to apply herbicides on pastures?” Unfortunately there isn’t just one answer to this question as production goals and practices differ between operations and even within an operation over time. Regardless, the real question being ask is if weed control will increase profit per acre.

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Grazing Options For Fall And Winter, Edward N. Ballard Oct 2014

Grazing Options For Fall And Winter, Edward N. Ballard

Kentucky Grazing Conference

Feed costs represent the major cost in most livestock production systems. A recently completed analysis of 225 Standardized Performance Analysis (SPA) Beef Cow Records on herds in Illinois and Iowa showed that feed cost was the overriding factor determining profitability, explaining over 57 percent of the herd-to-herd variation.

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Summer Grazing Options, S. Ray Smith, Krista Lea Oct 2014

Summer Grazing Options, S. Ray Smith, Krista Lea

Kentucky Grazing Conference

During the last 15 years there have been several new forage species that have emerged as useful in grazing systems and many new varieties have been released of traditional species. There are many sources of information on summer grazing options. We especially encourage you to read the publication written by Dr. Garry Lacefield and colleagues, “Extending Grazing and Reducing Stored Feed Needs” (AGR-199, www.uky.edu/Ag/Forage/agr199.pdf). I have used information from this publication and other publications from the University of Kentucky Forage Website (www.uky.edu/Ag/Forage) in writing this article.

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Technical Service Provider: What Is It And Why Is It Important To You?, Bill Payne Oct 2014

Technical Service Provider: What Is It And Why Is It Important To You?, Bill Payne

Kentucky Grazing Conference

Progressive graziers and forage managers are continually looking to improve their operations’ productivity. The opportunity exists to have a Grazing Management Plan developed for your operation at little or no cost to you. By contacting your county NRCS office, you can apply to have this plan developed by a Technical Service Provider, an independent professional certified by NRCS.

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Forage Legumes: Their Importance And Management In Profitable Livestock Systems, Ben M. Goff Oct 2014

Forage Legumes: Their Importance And Management In Profitable Livestock Systems, Ben M. Goff

Kentucky Grazing Conference

The landscape of most Kentucky operations is heavily dominated by the utilization of cool-season grasses as the primary source of forage for livestock. However, legumes species, such alfalfa and red or white clovers are an essential component to a complete forage-livestock system. Relative to grasses alone, incorporating legumes into a mixture has the benefits of improving the nutritive value of the available forage in the field, extending the grazing season by increasing the yield of forage during the early summer months, and providing a more economical source of N compared to commercial fertilizers. This paper will briefly describe each of …

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Maximizing Stocker Gains On Pastures, Jeff Lehmkuhler Oct 2014

Maximizing Stocker Gains On Pastures, Jeff Lehmkuhler

Kentucky Grazing Conference

Stocker enterprises by definition utilize pasture forages to add weight to light weight feeder cattle. These operations add value to calves by assimilating small groups of calves and combining them into larger uniform packages. Stocker operators also enhance quality through livestock husbandry practices that “upgrade” feeders which could include castrating bulls, dehorning, improving immunity and other attributes. In an effort to optimize profit margins, stocker operators must manage feeders to ensure high rates of gain while finding a balance in stocking rates that provide adequate gains per acre.

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Grazing Method: Tool Or Toolbox?, Garry D. Lacefield Oct 2014

Grazing Method: Tool Or Toolbox?, Garry D. Lacefield

Kentucky Grazing Conference

This conference makes the 15th consecutive year we have devoted a full day to Grazing. Kentucky is a great state for grazing animals since we have a relatively long pasture season, can grow many forage grasses and legumes and a long tradition of producing quality animal products from quality pasture. We have tremendous potential to improve our overall grazing efficiency and the discussion throughout the day will address many of the practical strategies for improvements.

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Foreword And Kfgc Award Winners [2014], Garry D. Lacefield, Christi L. Forsythe Oct 2014

Foreword And Kfgc Award Winners [2014], Garry D. Lacefield, Christi L. Forsythe

Kentucky Grazing Conference

No abstract provided.

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A Case Study Of How Ninth Grade Mathematics Students Construct Knowledge During A Productive Failure Model, Amy F. Westbrook Dr. Oct 2014

A Case Study Of How Ninth Grade Mathematics Students Construct Knowledge During A Productive Failure Model, Amy F. Westbrook Dr.

Georgia Educational Research Association Conference

The purpose of this qualitative study was to explain how ninth grade mathematics students at a rural high school in Georgia constructed knowledge through student talk when problem solving using Kapur’s (2012) productive failure design. An embedded case study design was used to understand how a group of students constructed knowledge through their use of talk, persistence during the task, and use of prior knowledge while working on a productive failure modeled task. Triangulation resulted from the collected data from multiple sources, which included videotaping, interviewing, and analyzing student artifacts. Utilization of the constructivist perspectives of Vygotsky (1934/1962), Piaget (1971), …

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Analysis Of The Impact Of Climate Change On Stormwater Design Storms For The State Of South Carolina, Derek Hutton, Nigel B. Kaye, William D. Martin Iii Oct 2014

Analysis Of The Impact Of Climate Change On Stormwater Design Storms For The State Of South Carolina, Derek Hutton, Nigel B. Kaye, William D. Martin Iii

S.C. Water Resources Conference

2014 S.C. Water Resources Conference - Informing Strategic Water Planning to Address Natural Resource, Community and Economic Challenges

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Use Of A Volunteer Monitoring Program To Assess Water Quality In A Tmdl Watershed Utilized For Recreational Use, Pickens County, South Carolina, Travis H. Nation, Leah A. Johnson Oct 2014

Use Of A Volunteer Monitoring Program To Assess Water Quality In A Tmdl Watershed Utilized For Recreational Use, Pickens County, South Carolina, Travis H. Nation, Leah A. Johnson

S.C. Water Resources Conference

Proceedings of the 2014 South Carolina Water Resources Conference, held October 15-16, 2014 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center.

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