Pat Kane's presentation to The Future of Media in Scotland conference, 9/4/13 (http://scotsmanconferences.com/viewconference.aspx?id=29). More from http://www.thoughtland.info
This talk was presented at Big Grove Brewery in Iowa City on May 15, 2019. Speakers were Maeve Clark and Melody Dworak. Event description follows:
Iowa City Public Library’s history experts will tell the tale of 1960s-‘80s downtown Urban Renewal, and how it led to the beloved and thriving Pedestrian Mall of today. Just in time for the launch of the final stage of the City’s Pedestrian Mall Improvements Project, come learn about pre-Urban Renewal downtown, controversies plaguing its redesign, and favorite hangouts and watering holes of Iowa City literary legends.
This program is part of ICPL's Weber Days, a series of Local History programs and events honoring the memory and work of Iowa City Historian Irving B. Weber.
THE EVERYDAY LIFE OF IMMIGRANT WOMEN AS A STRUGGLE TO CREATE THEIR OWN LIVING...The University of Auckland
The everyday life experiences of immigrant women are attracting attention from planners attempting to understand how diverse groups of people relate to their new living places. This presentation examines the everyday life experiences of immigrant women from developing to developed countries. In particular it traces the everyday life experiences of women from Afghanistan in the city of Auckland, New Zealand.
This research applies a critical perspective on the dichotomized understating of Afghan women’s use and appropriation of places in the city through emphasizing the different identification processes of these women in these places. I argue that everyday life experiences of immigrant women are shaped through their different understanding of places as constructed in their culture. According to a fieldwork study in Auckland, Afghan women from different generations of immigrants use and appropriate places in the city based on their cultural values. Their sense of belonging to different places is created through their communal uses and activities in those places. Subsequently “thirdspace” is introduced as the alternative space that Afghan women create as they experience their everyday lives in the place of host society. This space is a conceptual space in the host society which is created through everyday life experiences of these women who act and interact with places in the city in a way that is not completely aligned either with Afghan cultural values or the existing norms of the host society. It confronts the way that marginalization is applied as a universal notion to the position of these women in the city.
SMART TERRITORIES: Protect the big Cities, save the small Cities #s3cparis #s...Vitor Pereira
My presentation @ #S3CParis last 1/9/2015
SMART TERRITORIES : Protect the big Cities, save the small Cities
The inclusion of this very important theme in the rural world’s agenda, in pursuit of solutions for sustainability and economic progress, which not only keep populations in place, but also attract professionals who contribute to the creative, cultural and innovative enrichment of small urban areas, culminated with the holding of one of the largest international events in Portugal and worldwide dedicated to Smart Cities.
This is and interactive power point presentation had eight different big cities all throughout the United States, and also gives various facts about these cities.
Pat Kane's presentation to The Future of Media in Scotland conference, 9/4/13 (http://scotsmanconferences.com/viewconference.aspx?id=29). More from http://www.thoughtland.info
This talk was presented at Big Grove Brewery in Iowa City on May 15, 2019. Speakers were Maeve Clark and Melody Dworak. Event description follows:
Iowa City Public Library’s history experts will tell the tale of 1960s-‘80s downtown Urban Renewal, and how it led to the beloved and thriving Pedestrian Mall of today. Just in time for the launch of the final stage of the City’s Pedestrian Mall Improvements Project, come learn about pre-Urban Renewal downtown, controversies plaguing its redesign, and favorite hangouts and watering holes of Iowa City literary legends.
This program is part of ICPL's Weber Days, a series of Local History programs and events honoring the memory and work of Iowa City Historian Irving B. Weber.
THE EVERYDAY LIFE OF IMMIGRANT WOMEN AS A STRUGGLE TO CREATE THEIR OWN LIVING...The University of Auckland
The everyday life experiences of immigrant women are attracting attention from planners attempting to understand how diverse groups of people relate to their new living places. This presentation examines the everyday life experiences of immigrant women from developing to developed countries. In particular it traces the everyday life experiences of women from Afghanistan in the city of Auckland, New Zealand.
This research applies a critical perspective on the dichotomized understating of Afghan women’s use and appropriation of places in the city through emphasizing the different identification processes of these women in these places. I argue that everyday life experiences of immigrant women are shaped through their different understanding of places as constructed in their culture. According to a fieldwork study in Auckland, Afghan women from different generations of immigrants use and appropriate places in the city based on their cultural values. Their sense of belonging to different places is created through their communal uses and activities in those places. Subsequently “thirdspace” is introduced as the alternative space that Afghan women create as they experience their everyday lives in the place of host society. This space is a conceptual space in the host society which is created through everyday life experiences of these women who act and interact with places in the city in a way that is not completely aligned either with Afghan cultural values or the existing norms of the host society. It confronts the way that marginalization is applied as a universal notion to the position of these women in the city.
SMART TERRITORIES: Protect the big Cities, save the small Cities #s3cparis #s...Vitor Pereira
My presentation @ #S3CParis last 1/9/2015
SMART TERRITORIES : Protect the big Cities, save the small Cities
The inclusion of this very important theme in the rural world’s agenda, in pursuit of solutions for sustainability and economic progress, which not only keep populations in place, but also attract professionals who contribute to the creative, cultural and innovative enrichment of small urban areas, culminated with the holding of one of the largest international events in Portugal and worldwide dedicated to Smart Cities.
This is and interactive power point presentation had eight different big cities all throughout the United States, and also gives various facts about these cities.
This presentation is a follow-up to the presentation entitled "Migration". It is aimed at lower school students and is inadequate for students preparing for major examinations. It looks at what urbanization is and what causes it.
Lets start off the new school year in style! This is a re-imagining of an older resource designed to introduce the subject to new students in a highly visual manner. Feel free to use & share it. Check out the links.
As always, any feedback would be really useful.
Thanks, Simon
Read| The latest issue of The Challenger is here! We are thrilled to announce that our school paper has qualified for the NATIONAL SCHOOLS PRESS CONFERENCE (NSPC) 2024. Thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Dive into the stories that made us stand out!
Instructions for Submissions thorugh G- Classroom.pptxJheel Barad
This presentation provides a briefing on how to upload submissions and documents in Google Classroom. It was prepared as part of an orientation for new Sainik School in-service teacher trainees. As a training officer, my goal is to ensure that you are comfortable and proficient with this essential tool for managing assignments and fostering student engagement.
The Art Pastor's Guide to Sabbath | Steve ThomasonSteve Thomason
What is the purpose of the Sabbath Law in the Torah. It is interesting to compare how the context of the law shifts from Exodus to Deuteronomy. Who gets to rest, and why?
We all have good and bad thoughts from time to time and situation to situation. We are bombarded daily with spiraling thoughts(both negative and positive) creating all-consuming feel , making us difficult to manage with associated suffering. Good thoughts are like our Mob Signal (Positive thought) amidst noise(negative thought) in the atmosphere. Negative thoughts like noise outweigh positive thoughts. These thoughts often create unwanted confusion, trouble, stress and frustration in our mind as well as chaos in our physical world. Negative thoughts are also known as “distorted thinking”.
The French Revolution, which began in 1789, was a period of radical social and political upheaval in France. It marked the decline of absolute monarchies, the rise of secular and democratic republics, and the eventual rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. This revolutionary period is crucial in understanding the transition from feudalism to modernity in Europe.
For more information, visit-www.vavaclasses.com
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology:
Ethnobotany in herbal drug evaluation,
Impact of Ethnobotany in traditional medicine,
New development in herbals,
Bio-prospecting tools for drug discovery,
Role of Ethnopharmacology in drug evaluation,
Reverse Pharmacology.
3. City Life
• The city was broken into sections
– Rich in one part
– Poor in the others
• Very different lives for these two groups of
people.
4. WEALTHY UPPER CLASS
• Located: Outside the inner city
• Housing: Mansions in gated communities
– Examples: 5th
Avenue NYC, Lake Front Chicago and
Nob Hill San Francisco
• Employment: Owners of business
– Very rich [millionaires]
5. WEALTHY UPPER CLASS
• Lifestyle: NEVER spent time with poor
– Had outlandish parties
– Spent money easily, on theme parties, artwork,
vacation homes, etc…
6. MIDDLE CLASS
• Located: Close to inner city
• Housing: Row Houses
– Newer apartments; with trees, yards and
sidewalks.
• Employment: Managers
– Skilled machinists and office workers
7. MIDDLE CLASS
• Lifestyle: Had strong community bonds
• Life had a purpose, a good life!
– Bowling leagues, charities and singing societies
8. POOR LOWER CLASS
• Located: Lived in the inner city
– Near the factories and docks
• Housing: Lived in slums, in tenements
– Ghetto
• Employment: Cheap, unskilled labor
9. POOR LOWER CLASS
• Lifestyle: Lived in very tight communities
• Ethnic Neighborhoods
– Had very little possessions
– Had language issues, problems assimilating
– Very Poor: Hard Life
– Diseases: Typhoid, Cholera and Tuberculosis
11. Housing & Buildings
• PROBLEMS:
• Shortage of homes/buildings: Not enough
• Corruption: Corrupt builders build cheap
buildings.
• Create slums and tenements
• Wood: Buildings made of wood burned easily
[Chicago Fire]
• NO Safety Precautions: Many deaths at
workplace [Triangle Shirtwaist Fire].
12.
13. Housing & Buildings
• SOLUTIONS:
• Building Codes: Forced builders to use
– Good materials
– Correct building techniques
– Fire escapes
– Indoor plumbing
– Steel girders
14. Housing & Buildings
• SOLUTIONS:
• 1st
Fire Department: Created in NYC
– 1905: Engine Co. #1 NYC
– Paid to put out fires quickly so they would spread
and destroy the city
15. Overcrowding
• PROBLEMS:
• Diseases spread
• Garbage & Sewage in streets
• Unemployment & Homelessness
• Crime
– New York City: The Bowery. The “Five Points”
neighborhood, was known for a murder a night!
16. Overcrowding
• SOLUTIONS:
• Sanitation Department: Garbage gets picked
up
• Police Department: Arrests criminals
• Settlement Houses: Helped the poor and
homeless
• Public Transportation: People could move
away from cities
17. Pollution
• PROBLEMS:
• Factories: Running all day and all night
– Caused water and air pollution.
– Workers lived near these factories, suffered
through the pollution
18. Pollution
• SOLUTIONS:
• Zoning Codes: Forced factories outside the
city limits
• Public Water System: Made drinking water
safer
• Gas & Electric Company: Made power cleaner
and safer.
21. Skyscrapers
• New Buildings: No more room in city, so they
built up!
• Skyscraper: A building of 10-20 stories in the
air was known as “elevator buildings”
– Home Insurance Building [Chicago]
– Woolworth Building [New York City]
– Wainright Building [St. Louis]
22. Skyscrapers
• Inventions:
– Steel girders
– Central Heating
– Electrical Plumbing Pumps
– Telephones
– Elevators: Built by Elias Otis
23. Public Transportation
• People could move away from inner city and
still get to work
• Suburb: Towns outside inner city
• Subways, Horse-drawn carriages and carts,
electric trolley cars and steam passenger
trains
• 1897: Tremont Street Subway [Boston] first
subway in America [Green Line]
• 1904: New York City subway built
24. Bridges
• 1883: Bridge opened and charged a 1cent toll!
• This bridge linked Brooklyn to Manhattan
Island
– Very impressive structure
25. Open Spaces
• To preserve “open space” for the public
– Remind the immigrants of their homelands
• Examples: Parks, gardens, public zoos, and
local grassy areas with trees within the city
– Central Park [New York City]
– The Fens [Boston].
26. Reform Movement
• Settlement Houses: Places where people
could get help
• Hull House: [Chicago] Created by Jane Addams
– Alice Hamilton: Doctor at the Hull House
27. Reform Movement
• Florence Kelly: Fought to stop Child Labor
• Mother Cabrini: Founded many hospitals for
the poor
• Salvation Army: Helped feed and clothe the
poor
• YMCA: Local groups for poor kids
– Swimming, Athletics, etc…
32. Music
• Phonograph: Could play music in the home
• Ragtime: Singer Scott Joplin recorded the
biggest hit, “The Maple Leaf Rag”
• Marching Band Music: John Philip Sousa was a
famous band leader
33. Variety Shows
• Vaudeville: A was very popular with
Americans.
• Performers:
– George Cohen
– Roy Rogers
– The Marx Brothers
– Will Rogers
34. Sports & Leisure
• Basketball: Created in 1891 by Dr. James
Naismith
• Springfield, MA
• College Football: Very Popular sport
• Red Grange: University of Illinois “The Galloping
Ghost”
• Dangerous: 44 people died for injuries in the game.
• Baseball: “National Pastime” and the most
popular sport in America
38. Public Education
• 1870: Less than half of the school-age children
attended school
• Schools:
– Little supplies
– Few qualified teachers
– Small one-room schoolhouses
40. Public Education
• Reforms:
– New laws requiring kids to attend school
– More High Schools built
– Adult Education programs created
– Colleges & Universities created
41. New Reading Habits
• Better educated people=Better reading habits
• Magazines:
– Ladies Home Journal
– Harper’s Monthly
– The Nation
42. New Reading Habits
• Dime Novels: Written by Horatio Alger
– Popular adventure stories about a poor boy who
becomes rich through hard work, luck and
honesty
43. New Reading Habits
• Realist Novels: True/Harsh stories about real
life issues
– Stephen Crane: Civil War stories. “Red Badge of
Courage”
– Hamlin Garland: Farming stories
– Jack London: Mining and Sailing stories
– Paul Laurence Dunbar: African-American life
44. New Reading Habits
• Realist Novels:
– Kate Chopin: Women’s stories
– Mark Twain: An American Icon. Used “local color.”
Wrote famous books; Tom Sawyer, The
Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and The Gilded
Age
45. Newspapers
• Helped immigrants assimilate:
– Learn English
– Follow politics
– Current events
– Sports
– Popular Culture/Entertainment
46. Newspapers
• Joseph Pulitzer: Hungarian immigrant
• New York World
– Used scare tactics
– Cartoons, crime stories, gossip and political
scandals
47. Newspapers
• William Randolph Hearst: American
• New York Journal
– Yellow Journalism
– Stories about crime, politics, gossip and scandals
48. Newspapers
• Nellie Bly: Women Investigative reporter
– Worked for New York World
• Women’s Lunatic Asylum [Blackwell’s Island]
– She pretended to be insane, got committed and
lived there doing her research for story!
49. Realism in Art
• Winslow Homer: Civil War paintings
• Thomas Eakins: Medical anatomy paintings
• Henry Tanner: Paintings of African-American
life.
– Sand Dunes at Sunset: 1st
African-American
painting ever hung in the White House collection
51. For Quiz
• Florence Kelly Vaudeville
• Jane Addams Central Park
• Red Grange Salvation Army
• Skyscrapers Tenements
• Tremont Street Subway Brooklyn Bridge
• James Naismith YMCA
• Scott Joplin [THREE MOVIES]
• Building Codes
• Sanitation
