Experiences in federated access control for UK e-ScienceEduserv Foundation
The document discusses several projects related to federated access control for UK e-science. It describes technologies like role-based access control and attribute certificates that help simplify access management across multiple institutions. Specific projects mentioned aim to improve authentication, authorization, and secure linkage of distributed resources through standards like Shibboleth and technologies like attribute authorities. Challenges remain around digital certificate handling, centralized versus distributed user information management, and balancing automation with user convenience.
This document discusses the changing landscape of information and knowledge sharing in the digital age. New technologies like social media allow information to be shared more widely and conversations to take place on a larger scale. However, this also means attention and focus become scarce resources, so tools for filtering and organizing information to determine what is most important and worth paying attention to take on greater significance.
The document discusses the divergence between enterprise-centric and user-centric approaches to federated identity and the pressures for reunification. It notes that identity has become fragmented between systems focused on the enterprise versus the user. While divergence may not be desirable, full reunification is unlikely due to technical, economic and trust challenges. However, cooperation on protocols, discovery, attributes and trust could help unify identity systems to some degree.
Virtual World Watch - summary of Second Life SnapshotsEduserv Foundation
The document summarizes snapshots of UK university and college activities in virtual worlds like Second Life. It finds that the number of institutions and funded projects using virtual worlds for teaching, research, and marketing has grown significantly since the first snapshot in 2007. While Second Life remains prominent, alternatives like OpenSim and Wonderland are increasingly being explored. Key challenges mentioned include the need for more funding, technical support, and evidence of educational effectiveness. The use of virtual worlds in education is expected to continue growing but may take many years to become mainstream.
Sausages, coffee, chicken and the web: Establishing new trust metrics for sch...Eduserv Foundation
The document discusses establishing new trust metrics for scholarly communication on the internet. It outlines some challenges with trust on the internet, including issues with users, publishers, and librarians. It proposes learning from systems like Wikipedia and del.icio.us that have built-in social feedback loops to gauge trustworthiness. capturing more context around users' online behaviors and connections could provide new trust metrics to help evaluate scholarly sources.
This document summarizes 10 things that have been learned about the BBC in its transition to being more online focused and adopting Web 2.0 strategies. Some of the key points include: embracing the web as a new canvas, opening up more data and APIs to developers, focusing on accountability, and transitioning roles from traditional broadcasters and editors to curators. The BBC has aimed to extend its services online while balancing risks to its public purpose.
Experiences in federated access control for UK e-ScienceEduserv Foundation
The document discusses several projects related to federated access control for UK e-science. It describes technologies like role-based access control and attribute certificates that help simplify access management across multiple institutions. Specific projects mentioned aim to improve authentication, authorization, and secure linkage of distributed resources through standards like Shibboleth and technologies like attribute authorities. Challenges remain around digital certificate handling, centralized versus distributed user information management, and balancing automation with user convenience.
This document discusses the changing landscape of information and knowledge sharing in the digital age. New technologies like social media allow information to be shared more widely and conversations to take place on a larger scale. However, this also means attention and focus become scarce resources, so tools for filtering and organizing information to determine what is most important and worth paying attention to take on greater significance.
The document discusses the divergence between enterprise-centric and user-centric approaches to federated identity and the pressures for reunification. It notes that identity has become fragmented between systems focused on the enterprise versus the user. While divergence may not be desirable, full reunification is unlikely due to technical, economic and trust challenges. However, cooperation on protocols, discovery, attributes and trust could help unify identity systems to some degree.
Virtual World Watch - summary of Second Life SnapshotsEduserv Foundation
The document summarizes snapshots of UK university and college activities in virtual worlds like Second Life. It finds that the number of institutions and funded projects using virtual worlds for teaching, research, and marketing has grown significantly since the first snapshot in 2007. While Second Life remains prominent, alternatives like OpenSim and Wonderland are increasingly being explored. Key challenges mentioned include the need for more funding, technical support, and evidence of educational effectiveness. The use of virtual worlds in education is expected to continue growing but may take many years to become mainstream.
Sausages, coffee, chicken and the web: Establishing new trust metrics for sch...Eduserv Foundation
The document discusses establishing new trust metrics for scholarly communication on the internet. It outlines some challenges with trust on the internet, including issues with users, publishers, and librarians. It proposes learning from systems like Wikipedia and del.icio.us that have built-in social feedback loops to gauge trustworthiness. capturing more context around users' online behaviors and connections could provide new trust metrics to help evaluate scholarly sources.
This document summarizes 10 things that have been learned about the BBC in its transition to being more online focused and adopting Web 2.0 strategies. Some of the key points include: embracing the web as a new canvas, opening up more data and APIs to developers, focusing on accountability, and transitioning roles from traditional broadcasters and editors to curators. The BBC has aimed to extend its services online while balancing risks to its public purpose.
The document discusses how The Guardian newspaper transitioned to Web 2.0 and digital platforms starting in the late 1990s. It highlights how the newspaper launched its website guardian.co.uk in 1999 and how by the 2000s, all journalists were expected to work for both print and digital. The transition brought The Guardian larger international audiences and the ability to provide richer multimedia coverage and engage with readers in new ways through social media and commenting platforms. However, the shift also required changes to both the front and back-end operations of the newspaper.
UKOLN Blogs and Social Networks workshop - all presentationsEduserv Foundation
for ease of use on the day, this is a single presentation containing all the slides for UKOLN's blogs and social networking workshop on the 26th November 2007 in irmingham.
The document discusses user-centric identity and managing identity for accessing online resources and services. It explores questions around the roles of institutions and service providers in verifying and managing user identity. While OpenID can play an important role in allowing users to manage their own digital identity, challenges remain around balancing user control with institutional responsibilities. JISC is undertaking various projects to review identity management approaches and technologies.
The document discusses how OpenID can be used to coordinate identity across formal educational systems and informal personal learning environments (PLEs). OpenID acts as a pivot to connect different identity systems without requiring them to be aligned or trust each other. It asserts a relationship between an agent and a URL in a flexible way. This allows OpenID to coordinate individual, self-organized activities in PLEs with resource management and other functions in formal learning management systems (LMSs).
This document discusses virtual worlds and Second Life. It provides an overview of educational initiatives in Second Life but questions whether it truly enables open and democratic online learning. Concerns are raised about proprietary technology, commercial focus, centralized control, and lack of interoperability. The conclusion argues that future virtual worlds should be more like the open web, with distributed ownership, open-source technology, non-commercial options, diversity, and democratic participation.
This document discusses establishing a virtual campus called Holyrood Park within the online virtual world Second Life to support an online learning program for the University of Edinburgh. The program would be aimed at professionals in higher education, further education, and training. Holyrood Park is named after a real park and former monastery established in Edinburgh in the 12th century. The virtual campus could provide educational opportunities through social learning, identity exploration, and blending real and virtual experiences, but would require addressing legal, technical, and accessibility issues.
Second Nature - Nature Publishing Group In Second LifeEduserv Foundation
Nature Publishing Group has a presence in the virtual world Second Life to take advantage of its capabilities for enhanced 3D visualization, rapid development, international communication, and a strong sense of presence. Some highlights of their Second Life activities include virtual exhibits on genetics and science education, a cemetery dedicated to open science, and potential future uses for publication supplements, education demonstrations, interactive exhibits, and hosting meetings and conferences.
The document describes the SEAL (Second Environment: Advanced Learning) project. It discusses the aims of the project which are to surface learners' voices about desired learning futures through immersive events in Second Life, build communities of learners and practitioners to "free up" existing mindsets, and construct possible, probable and preferred models of learning to ensure changes made in education are beneficial for students. It outlines the research approach, methodology of cognitive mapping and analysis, and planned outputs including models of possible and preferred futures for learning and frameworks for practice in Second Life.
This presentation was provided by Racquel Jemison, Ph.D., Christina MacLaughlin, Ph.D., and Paulomi Majumder. Ph.D., all of the American Chemical Society, for the second session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session Two: 'Expanding Pathways to Publishing Careers,' was held June 13, 2024.
Beyond Degrees - Empowering the Workforce in the Context of Skills-First.pptxEduSkills OECD
Iván Bornacelly, Policy Analyst at the OECD Centre for Skills, OECD, presents at the webinar 'Tackling job market gaps with a skills-first approach' on 12 June 2024
THE SACRIFICE HOW PRO-PALESTINE PROTESTS STUDENTS ARE SACRIFICING TO CHANGE T...indexPub
The recent surge in pro-Palestine student activism has prompted significant responses from universities, ranging from negotiations and divestment commitments to increased transparency about investments in companies supporting the war on Gaza. This activism has led to the cessation of student encampments but also highlighted the substantial sacrifices made by students, including academic disruptions and personal risks. The primary drivers of these protests are poor university administration, lack of transparency, and inadequate communication between officials and students. This study examines the profound emotional, psychological, and professional impacts on students engaged in pro-Palestine protests, focusing on Generation Z's (Gen-Z) activism dynamics. This paper explores the significant sacrifices made by these students and even the professors supporting the pro-Palestine movement, with a focus on recent global movements. Through an in-depth analysis of printed and electronic media, the study examines the impacts of these sacrifices on the academic and personal lives of those involved. The paper highlights examples from various universities, demonstrating student activism's long-term and short-term effects, including disciplinary actions, social backlash, and career implications. The researchers also explore the broader implications of student sacrifices. The findings reveal that these sacrifices are driven by a profound commitment to justice and human rights, and are influenced by the increasing availability of information, peer interactions, and personal convictions. The study also discusses the broader implications of this activism, comparing it to historical precedents and assessing its potential to influence policy and public opinion. The emotional and psychological toll on student activists is significant, but their sense of purpose and community support mitigates some of these challenges. However, the researchers call for acknowledging the broader Impact of these sacrifices on the future global movement of FreePalestine.
The document discusses how The Guardian newspaper transitioned to Web 2.0 and digital platforms starting in the late 1990s. It highlights how the newspaper launched its website guardian.co.uk in 1999 and how by the 2000s, all journalists were expected to work for both print and digital. The transition brought The Guardian larger international audiences and the ability to provide richer multimedia coverage and engage with readers in new ways through social media and commenting platforms. However, the shift also required changes to both the front and back-end operations of the newspaper.
UKOLN Blogs and Social Networks workshop - all presentationsEduserv Foundation
for ease of use on the day, this is a single presentation containing all the slides for UKOLN's blogs and social networking workshop on the 26th November 2007 in irmingham.
The document discusses user-centric identity and managing identity for accessing online resources and services. It explores questions around the roles of institutions and service providers in verifying and managing user identity. While OpenID can play an important role in allowing users to manage their own digital identity, challenges remain around balancing user control with institutional responsibilities. JISC is undertaking various projects to review identity management approaches and technologies.
The document discusses how OpenID can be used to coordinate identity across formal educational systems and informal personal learning environments (PLEs). OpenID acts as a pivot to connect different identity systems without requiring them to be aligned or trust each other. It asserts a relationship between an agent and a URL in a flexible way. This allows OpenID to coordinate individual, self-organized activities in PLEs with resource management and other functions in formal learning management systems (LMSs).
This document discusses virtual worlds and Second Life. It provides an overview of educational initiatives in Second Life but questions whether it truly enables open and democratic online learning. Concerns are raised about proprietary technology, commercial focus, centralized control, and lack of interoperability. The conclusion argues that future virtual worlds should be more like the open web, with distributed ownership, open-source technology, non-commercial options, diversity, and democratic participation.
This document discusses establishing a virtual campus called Holyrood Park within the online virtual world Second Life to support an online learning program for the University of Edinburgh. The program would be aimed at professionals in higher education, further education, and training. Holyrood Park is named after a real park and former monastery established in Edinburgh in the 12th century. The virtual campus could provide educational opportunities through social learning, identity exploration, and blending real and virtual experiences, but would require addressing legal, technical, and accessibility issues.
Second Nature - Nature Publishing Group In Second LifeEduserv Foundation
Nature Publishing Group has a presence in the virtual world Second Life to take advantage of its capabilities for enhanced 3D visualization, rapid development, international communication, and a strong sense of presence. Some highlights of their Second Life activities include virtual exhibits on genetics and science education, a cemetery dedicated to open science, and potential future uses for publication supplements, education demonstrations, interactive exhibits, and hosting meetings and conferences.
The document describes the SEAL (Second Environment: Advanced Learning) project. It discusses the aims of the project which are to surface learners' voices about desired learning futures through immersive events in Second Life, build communities of learners and practitioners to "free up" existing mindsets, and construct possible, probable and preferred models of learning to ensure changes made in education are beneficial for students. It outlines the research approach, methodology of cognitive mapping and analysis, and planned outputs including models of possible and preferred futures for learning and frameworks for practice in Second Life.
This presentation was provided by Racquel Jemison, Ph.D., Christina MacLaughlin, Ph.D., and Paulomi Majumder. Ph.D., all of the American Chemical Society, for the second session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session Two: 'Expanding Pathways to Publishing Careers,' was held June 13, 2024.
Beyond Degrees - Empowering the Workforce in the Context of Skills-First.pptxEduSkills OECD
Iván Bornacelly, Policy Analyst at the OECD Centre for Skills, OECD, presents at the webinar 'Tackling job market gaps with a skills-first approach' on 12 June 2024
THE SACRIFICE HOW PRO-PALESTINE PROTESTS STUDENTS ARE SACRIFICING TO CHANGE T...indexPub
The recent surge in pro-Palestine student activism has prompted significant responses from universities, ranging from negotiations and divestment commitments to increased transparency about investments in companies supporting the war on Gaza. This activism has led to the cessation of student encampments but also highlighted the substantial sacrifices made by students, including academic disruptions and personal risks. The primary drivers of these protests are poor university administration, lack of transparency, and inadequate communication between officials and students. This study examines the profound emotional, psychological, and professional impacts on students engaged in pro-Palestine protests, focusing on Generation Z's (Gen-Z) activism dynamics. This paper explores the significant sacrifices made by these students and even the professors supporting the pro-Palestine movement, with a focus on recent global movements. Through an in-depth analysis of printed and electronic media, the study examines the impacts of these sacrifices on the academic and personal lives of those involved. The paper highlights examples from various universities, demonstrating student activism's long-term and short-term effects, including disciplinary actions, social backlash, and career implications. The researchers also explore the broader implications of student sacrifices. The findings reveal that these sacrifices are driven by a profound commitment to justice and human rights, and are influenced by the increasing availability of information, peer interactions, and personal convictions. The study also discusses the broader implications of this activism, comparing it to historical precedents and assessing its potential to influence policy and public opinion. The emotional and psychological toll on student activists is significant, but their sense of purpose and community support mitigates some of these challenges. However, the researchers call for acknowledging the broader Impact of these sacrifices on the future global movement of FreePalestine.
This document provides an overview of wound healing, its functions, stages, mechanisms, factors affecting it, and complications.
A wound is a break in the integrity of the skin or tissues, which may be associated with disruption of the structure and function.
Healing is the body’s response to injury in an attempt to restore normal structure and functions.
Healing can occur in two ways: Regeneration and Repair
There are 4 phases of wound healing: hemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. This document also describes the mechanism of wound healing. Factors that affect healing include infection, uncontrolled diabetes, poor nutrition, age, anemia, the presence of foreign bodies, etc.
Complications of wound healing like infection, hyperpigmentation of scar, contractures, and keloid formation.
Andreas Schleicher presents PISA 2022 Volume III - Creative Thinking - 18 Jun...EduSkills OECD
Andreas Schleicher, Director of Education and Skills at the OECD presents at the launch of PISA 2022 Volume III - Creative Minds, Creative Schools on 18 June 2024.
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering.pptxDenish Jangid
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering
Syllabus
Chapter-1
Introduction to objective, scope and outcome the subject
Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
Linear Measurements: Instruments used. Linear Measurement by Tape, Ranging out Survey Lines and overcoming Obstructions; Measurements on sloping ground; Tape corrections, conventional symbols. Angular Measurements: Instruments used; Introduction to Compass Surveying, Bearings and Longitude & Latitude of a Line, Introduction to total station.
Levelling: Instrument used Object of levelling, Methods of levelling in brief, and Contour maps.
Chapter 4
Buildings: Selection of site for Buildings, Layout of Building Plan, Types of buildings, Plinth area, carpet area, floor space index, Introduction to building byelaws, concept of sun light & ventilation. Components of Buildings & their functions, Basic concept of R.C.C., Introduction to types of foundation
Chapter 5
Transportation: Introduction to Transportation Engineering; Traffic and Road Safety: Types and Characteristics of Various Modes of Transportation; Various Road Traffic Signs, Causes of Accidents and Road Safety Measures.
Chapter 6
Environmental Engineering: Environmental Pollution, Environmental Acts and Regulations, Functional Concepts of Ecology, Basics of Species, Biodiversity, Ecosystem, Hydrological Cycle; Chemical Cycles: Carbon, Nitrogen & Phosphorus; Energy Flow in Ecosystems.
Water Pollution: Water Quality standards, Introduction to Treatment & Disposal of Waste Water. Reuse and Saving of Water, Rain Water Harvesting. Solid Waste Management: Classification of Solid Waste, Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Solid. Recycling of Solid Waste: Energy Recovery, Sanitary Landfill, On-Site Sanitation. Air & Noise Pollution: Primary and Secondary air pollutants, Harmful effects of Air Pollution, Control of Air Pollution. . Noise Pollution Harmful Effects of noise pollution, control of noise pollution, Global warming & Climate Change, Ozone depletion, Greenhouse effect
Text Books:
1. Palancharmy, Basic Civil Engineering, McGraw Hill publishers.
2. Satheesh Gopi, Basic Civil Engineering, Pearson Publishers.
3. Ketki Rangwala Dalal, Essentials of Civil Engineering, Charotar Publishing House.
4. BCP, Surveying volume 1