This document provides an overview of Google Maps and related Google mapping applications. It discusses what Google Maps is, how to search and save places, and features like Google Earth, Google Moon, Google Mars and Google Sky. It also briefly describes how Google Maps originated as a C++ program and is now a web application owned by Google. Screenshots and links are provided to demonstrate searching places and viewing 3D city models in Google Maps.
This document discusses implementing user-centered design (UCD) in companies and managing change. It begins by outlining common approaches to change management and UCD, noting that UCD crusades often fail due to a lack of change management. It then discusses the physiology and psychology of change, including sources of resistance. Finally, it provides guidance on managing change effectively, such as defining clear roles and scope, creating metrics to provide security, handling resistances, and involving stakeholders. The overall message is that UCD requires change management to be successfully implemented in an organization.
1) A study examined using electronic submission, marking, and return of student assignments through a learning management system. Students submitted assignments online and received feedback and grades electronically.
2) Students reported benefits like more detailed feedback, easier access to assignments from any location, and lower printing costs. They also felt it improved plagiarism awareness.
3) However, some students still preferred receiving physical copies of assignments and feedback due to unreliable home internet access or finding electronic feedback harder to understand.
This document provides an overview of Google Maps and related Google mapping applications. It discusses what Google Maps is, how to search and save places, and features like Google Earth, Google Moon, Google Mars and Google Sky. It also briefly describes how Google Maps originated as a C++ program and is now a web application owned by Google. Screenshots and links are provided to demonstrate searching places and viewing 3D city models in Google Maps.
This document discusses implementing user-centered design (UCD) in companies and managing change. It begins by outlining common approaches to change management and UCD, noting that UCD crusades often fail due to a lack of change management. It then discusses the physiology and psychology of change, including sources of resistance. Finally, it provides guidance on managing change effectively, such as defining clear roles and scope, creating metrics to provide security, handling resistances, and involving stakeholders. The overall message is that UCD requires change management to be successfully implemented in an organization.
1) A study examined using electronic submission, marking, and return of student assignments through a learning management system. Students submitted assignments online and received feedback and grades electronically.
2) Students reported benefits like more detailed feedback, easier access to assignments from any location, and lower printing costs. They also felt it improved plagiarism awareness.
3) However, some students still preferred receiving physical copies of assignments and feedback due to unreliable home internet access or finding electronic feedback harder to understand.
The document discusses the meaning of the word "peace" in various religious scriptures including the Quran, Bible, and Latin. It explains that in Semitic languages like Hebrew, the word for peace comes from a root meaning "whole" or "uninjured." In Latin and medieval languages, it came to also mean "to pay" or "paying" from the idea of making sacrifices or offerings to appease God. The document analyzes original meanings and how concepts of peace in religious texts extended from ideas of wholeness, soundness, appeasement through sacrifice or offerings, and making amends through payment.
Join a tour of the 2012 River of Life program, hosted by Douglasville First United Methodist Church! It's a time for youth to go into the community and to
This document provides instructions for a knife skills lesson that teaches students how to correctly dice vegetables. It includes a pre-lesson quiz about knife cuts and knife safety. The lesson objectives are to demonstrate proper knife grip and cutting techniques as well as prepare a bruschetta recipe. Students watch a demonstration of the recipe and then practice making it in groups. At the end, they write a one-minute summary of what they learned and what skills need more practice.
This document discusses the concept of genre. It defines genre as a type or category of artistic works that is socially and contextually dependent. Genre helps people understand how writing communities work and shows how ideas are discussed within different fields. The document states that genre represents typified human behavior directed toward important social goals. Understanding the tendencies and conventions of different genres makes writing clearer and helps one communicate effectively within their field.
Each July, our rising juniors are reassigned to an advisor in the school or college where there major is housed. I created this PowerPoint and sent it to the students in my caseload who would be moving onto their new advisor. I wanted to share some "parting words of wisdom," to not only remind them of the reassignment, but to also introduce/remind them of resources that can assist them in completing their undergraduate experience in a meaningful way that will lead to long-term success.
The use of humor and my authentic voice are important components when creating communications for my students.
This document provides an overview of how to use Twitter, including how to set up an account, send tweets, follow others, use hashtags, and more. It explains the basic features of Twitter such as the 140 character limit for tweets and how retweets work. Finally, it offers tips for using Twitter and highlights some of its uses for information sharing, marketing, research, and staying connected with communities of similar interests.
The document describes key observations from visits to four different stores - Shoppers Stop, Easy Day, Vishal Mega Mart, and Delhi Bazar - noting differences in products, customer base, store layout, music, and staff interactions. Benefits included finding an unexpected item needed and insights into product placement, while opportunities included potential staff training programs and adjusting aspects like cart size.
The document discusses the meaning of the word "peace" in various religious scriptures including the Quran, Bible, and Latin. It explains that in Semitic languages like Hebrew, the word for peace comes from a root meaning "whole" or "uninjured." In Latin and medieval languages, it came to also mean "to pay" or "paying" from the idea of making sacrifices or offerings to appease God. The document analyzes original meanings and how concepts of peace in religious texts extended from ideas of wholeness, soundness, appeasement through sacrifice or offerings, and making amends through payment.
Join a tour of the 2012 River of Life program, hosted by Douglasville First United Methodist Church! It's a time for youth to go into the community and to
This document provides instructions for a knife skills lesson that teaches students how to correctly dice vegetables. It includes a pre-lesson quiz about knife cuts and knife safety. The lesson objectives are to demonstrate proper knife grip and cutting techniques as well as prepare a bruschetta recipe. Students watch a demonstration of the recipe and then practice making it in groups. At the end, they write a one-minute summary of what they learned and what skills need more practice.
This document discusses the concept of genre. It defines genre as a type or category of artistic works that is socially and contextually dependent. Genre helps people understand how writing communities work and shows how ideas are discussed within different fields. The document states that genre represents typified human behavior directed toward important social goals. Understanding the tendencies and conventions of different genres makes writing clearer and helps one communicate effectively within their field.
Each July, our rising juniors are reassigned to an advisor in the school or college where there major is housed. I created this PowerPoint and sent it to the students in my caseload who would be moving onto their new advisor. I wanted to share some "parting words of wisdom," to not only remind them of the reassignment, but to also introduce/remind them of resources that can assist them in completing their undergraduate experience in a meaningful way that will lead to long-term success.
The use of humor and my authentic voice are important components when creating communications for my students.
This document provides an overview of how to use Twitter, including how to set up an account, send tweets, follow others, use hashtags, and more. It explains the basic features of Twitter such as the 140 character limit for tweets and how retweets work. Finally, it offers tips for using Twitter and highlights some of its uses for information sharing, marketing, research, and staying connected with communities of similar interests.
The document describes key observations from visits to four different stores - Shoppers Stop, Easy Day, Vishal Mega Mart, and Delhi Bazar - noting differences in products, customer base, store layout, music, and staff interactions. Benefits included finding an unexpected item needed and insights into product placement, while opportunities included potential staff training programs and adjusting aspects like cart size.