The document discusses the rapid growth of megacities and slums in developing countries over the past 50 years. It notes that over 95% of population growth will occur in urban areas in these countries, leading to a doubling of their populations over the next generation. This rapid urbanization has outpaced infrastructure development and job creation, resulting in widespread poverty and the rise of massive slums housing over 1 billion people globally by 2005. The document examines different typologies of slums from small communities to "megaslums" merging into continuous belts of informal housing. Attempts by governments and organizations like the World Bank to improve conditions have faced challenges in addressing the needs of the poorest residents.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms for those who already suffer from conditions like depression and anxiety.
This document summarizes a family's trip to Europe, beginning with flights from the US to London and then Venice. They encountered some travel delays and issues but had a wonderful time exploring cities like Venice, Ravenna, Assisi, Cortona, Siena, Florence, Lucca, Cinque Terre, and Milan. The trip highlights scenic locations, cultural sights, and friendly people they met along the way. They returned home from Milan after enjoying their final days in Italy.
Teachers must recognize that students learn in different ways and have different cultural backgrounds. The teacher in the example failed to understand that the two students did not grasp the math concept in the same way as the other students and dismissed their struggles. Research shows learning styles and cultural experiences can impact how students learn. It is important for teachers to learn about their students' individual backgrounds and customize their teaching methods to support all learners.
The document discusses HP's software strategy and portfolio from 2010-2012. It provides an overview of HP's acquisition strategy between 2005-2008 where it acquired 12 companies to expand its portfolio. It then discusses the Business Technology Optimization (BTO) portfolio and how HP's focus is on managing demand and directing effort to maximize focus on strategic programs through project, portfolio and financial management.
Empower students to write with digital tools slide shareKevin Amboe
ISTE 2011 Workshop - Empower students to write with digital tools - Reviewing tools to reach the goal of students being engaged in writing. (See handout on https://iamliterate.wikispaces.com/Engage+Students+as+Writers)
The Indian insurance sector has experienced significant growth and reforms over the past few decades. It provides an overview of the history and development of both life and general insurance in India. Key milestones include the nationalization of life insurance in 1956 and general insurance in 1972. Today the life insurance industry is the fifth largest globally, growing at over 30% annually, while general insurance has over 20 registered companies and grew nearly 10% in 2009-2010. The sector continues expanding with reforms like increased foreign investment limits.
The document discusses the rapid growth of megacities and slums in developing countries over the past 50 years. It notes that over 95% of population growth will occur in urban areas in these countries, leading to a doubling of their populations over the next generation. This rapid urbanization has outpaced infrastructure development and job creation, resulting in widespread poverty and the rise of massive slums housing over 1 billion people globally by 2005. The document examines different typologies of slums from small communities to "megaslums" merging into continuous belts of informal housing. Attempts by governments and organizations like the World Bank to improve conditions have faced challenges in addressing the needs of the poorest residents.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms for those who already suffer from conditions like depression and anxiety.
This document summarizes a family's trip to Europe, beginning with flights from the US to London and then Venice. They encountered some travel delays and issues but had a wonderful time exploring cities like Venice, Ravenna, Assisi, Cortona, Siena, Florence, Lucca, Cinque Terre, and Milan. The trip highlights scenic locations, cultural sights, and friendly people they met along the way. They returned home from Milan after enjoying their final days in Italy.
Teachers must recognize that students learn in different ways and have different cultural backgrounds. The teacher in the example failed to understand that the two students did not grasp the math concept in the same way as the other students and dismissed their struggles. Research shows learning styles and cultural experiences can impact how students learn. It is important for teachers to learn about their students' individual backgrounds and customize their teaching methods to support all learners.
The document discusses HP's software strategy and portfolio from 2010-2012. It provides an overview of HP's acquisition strategy between 2005-2008 where it acquired 12 companies to expand its portfolio. It then discusses the Business Technology Optimization (BTO) portfolio and how HP's focus is on managing demand and directing effort to maximize focus on strategic programs through project, portfolio and financial management.
Empower students to write with digital tools slide shareKevin Amboe
ISTE 2011 Workshop - Empower students to write with digital tools - Reviewing tools to reach the goal of students being engaged in writing. (See handout on https://iamliterate.wikispaces.com/Engage+Students+as+Writers)
The Indian insurance sector has experienced significant growth and reforms over the past few decades. It provides an overview of the history and development of both life and general insurance in India. Key milestones include the nationalization of life insurance in 1956 and general insurance in 1972. Today the life insurance industry is the fifth largest globally, growing at over 30% annually, while general insurance has over 20 registered companies and grew nearly 10% in 2009-2010. The sector continues expanding with reforms like increased foreign investment limits.
The document introduces Churp Churp as a social media solutions network that helps individuals and businesses utilize their online influence to benefit others, such as when a bakery named Tommy's uses Churp Churp to spread word about their new cookies and generate feedback and sales. The bakery's post is shared through Churp Churp's network and gains positive replies and reviews from followers, allowing the seed of awareness for Tommy's cookies to take root and grow.
This document lists various coupon codes and deals for Jeep parts and accessories from a variety of brands, aimed at increasing knowledge about off-roading products while reducing costs. It includes over 50 categories of Jeep parts and accessories from companies like Bushwacker, KC HiLites, Daystar, Pro Comp, Warn, Smittybilt, Bestop, Rugged Ridge, and more. The document encourages visiting 4WD.com to take advantage of these deals.
This document discusses advanced theming techniques in Drupal. It outlines different methods for customizing Drupal's presentation layer, including using CSS, template overrides, and function overrides. Function overrides, which involve altering variables and data before it reaches template files, provide the most control and are covered in depth. Common hooks and functions for overrides are explained, such as hook_preprocess() and template_preprocess(), which allow modifying variables and adding template suggestions. The session aims to demonstrate how to dig deeper into Drupal's theming capabilities beyond basic CSS and templates.
2011 How to Prepare for the First Avenue Career & Grad School Fair Mary Beth Snell
This document provides tips for attending a career fair, including how to prepare, what to do at the fair, and important follow-up steps. It recommends researching companies attending, rehearsing an introduction, bringing resumes and dressing professionally. At the fair, plan which companies to visit and introduce yourself with eye contact and a firm handshake. Ask questions to learn about opportunities and follow up with thank you letters within 24 hours. Proper preparation and follow-up are essential for making the most of interacting with employers at a career fair.
O desafio das pequenas empresas para anunciar no googleEduardo Valente
Com o crescimento da internet no Brasil, mais brasileiros estão comprando online. É importante que as empresas divulguem na internet para alcançar esses consumidores, porém muitas empresas têm medo de anunciar online devido aos custos. Na verdade, é possível ter bons resultados com campanhas baratas se forem desenhadas de forma estratégica e direcionada ao público certo.
This document discusses setting objectives and provides examples of Lakshmi Mittal's background. It emphasizes that objectives should clearly define where the organization is now, where it wants to be in the future, and how it will get there. Objectives should motivate people towards a common goal and provide focus. When setting objectives, one should be free from present or past circumstances and aim to exceed targets by 100% or more. Key performance indicators then help measure progress towards objectives.
The document discusses key roles and responsibilities of salespeople, including managing customer relationships, gathering information from customers and competitors, and coordinating corporate resources. It also covers sales strategy and relationship building models. Different sales organization structures are presented, including geographic, product-based, and customer-focused team approaches. Methods for controlling the sales force through quotas, compensation plans, and performance evaluations are also summarized.
De Montfort University's Thom Corah provides an accessible overview of what social media is and how it can used. This is from our EPSRC Gooddeeds project
Sarah Winchester is a 21-year-old woman living in Atlantic Canada who created a blog to share about her life. She introduces her family which includes her parents, siblings, grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. Sarah also mentions her boyfriend Dan, best friend Leah, other friends, her job as a hotel supervisor and new role as a Mary Kay consultant. She is currently finishing her business degree with a major in human resources at the University of New Brunswick Saint John.
The document discusses various methods of the File class in Java for working with files and directories. It covers methods for creating and deleting files, getting file attributes like name and path, checking file properties, creating directories, and modifying file timestamps. It also discusses FileInputStream, FileOutputStream, and other I/O classes for reading and writing bytes to files. Overall it provides an overview of common file operations and I/O in Java using the File and associated I/O classes.
The document introduces Churp Churp as a social media solutions network that helps individuals and businesses utilize their online influence to benefit others, such as when a bakery named Tommy's uses Churp Churp to spread word about their new cookies and generate feedback and sales. The bakery's post is shared through Churp Churp's network and gains positive replies and reviews from followers, allowing the seed of awareness for Tommy's cookies to take root and grow.
This document lists various coupon codes and deals for Jeep parts and accessories from a variety of brands, aimed at increasing knowledge about off-roading products while reducing costs. It includes over 50 categories of Jeep parts and accessories from companies like Bushwacker, KC HiLites, Daystar, Pro Comp, Warn, Smittybilt, Bestop, Rugged Ridge, and more. The document encourages visiting 4WD.com to take advantage of these deals.
This document discusses advanced theming techniques in Drupal. It outlines different methods for customizing Drupal's presentation layer, including using CSS, template overrides, and function overrides. Function overrides, which involve altering variables and data before it reaches template files, provide the most control and are covered in depth. Common hooks and functions for overrides are explained, such as hook_preprocess() and template_preprocess(), which allow modifying variables and adding template suggestions. The session aims to demonstrate how to dig deeper into Drupal's theming capabilities beyond basic CSS and templates.
2011 How to Prepare for the First Avenue Career & Grad School Fair Mary Beth Snell
This document provides tips for attending a career fair, including how to prepare, what to do at the fair, and important follow-up steps. It recommends researching companies attending, rehearsing an introduction, bringing resumes and dressing professionally. At the fair, plan which companies to visit and introduce yourself with eye contact and a firm handshake. Ask questions to learn about opportunities and follow up with thank you letters within 24 hours. Proper preparation and follow-up are essential for making the most of interacting with employers at a career fair.
O desafio das pequenas empresas para anunciar no googleEduardo Valente
Com o crescimento da internet no Brasil, mais brasileiros estão comprando online. É importante que as empresas divulguem na internet para alcançar esses consumidores, porém muitas empresas têm medo de anunciar online devido aos custos. Na verdade, é possível ter bons resultados com campanhas baratas se forem desenhadas de forma estratégica e direcionada ao público certo.
This document discusses setting objectives and provides examples of Lakshmi Mittal's background. It emphasizes that objectives should clearly define where the organization is now, where it wants to be in the future, and how it will get there. Objectives should motivate people towards a common goal and provide focus. When setting objectives, one should be free from present or past circumstances and aim to exceed targets by 100% or more. Key performance indicators then help measure progress towards objectives.
The document discusses key roles and responsibilities of salespeople, including managing customer relationships, gathering information from customers and competitors, and coordinating corporate resources. It also covers sales strategy and relationship building models. Different sales organization structures are presented, including geographic, product-based, and customer-focused team approaches. Methods for controlling the sales force through quotas, compensation plans, and performance evaluations are also summarized.
De Montfort University's Thom Corah provides an accessible overview of what social media is and how it can used. This is from our EPSRC Gooddeeds project
Sarah Winchester is a 21-year-old woman living in Atlantic Canada who created a blog to share about her life. She introduces her family which includes her parents, siblings, grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. Sarah also mentions her boyfriend Dan, best friend Leah, other friends, her job as a hotel supervisor and new role as a Mary Kay consultant. She is currently finishing her business degree with a major in human resources at the University of New Brunswick Saint John.
The document discusses various methods of the File class in Java for working with files and directories. It covers methods for creating and deleting files, getting file attributes like name and path, checking file properties, creating directories, and modifying file timestamps. It also discusses FileInputStream, FileOutputStream, and other I/O classes for reading and writing bytes to files. Overall it provides an overview of common file operations and I/O in Java using the File and associated I/O classes.