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Product Analysis -(Group 10)
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Gate 3 - Product Analysis (Group 10)
Component Function:
- The component is what is moved by the explosion in the piston chamber. This is also what moves the piston linkage in order to turn the crankshaft.
- Its only function is to move the piston linkage in order to turn the crankshaft.
- Combustion energy from the explosion that causes expansion moves the piston downward and in turn moves the linkage down which, once connected to the crankshaft is turned into rotational energy.
- The piston functions in a lubricated chamber enclosure, called the piston chamber. On one side of the piston there is oil and on the other is the explosive side.
Component Form:
- The piston is a symmetrical 3 dimensional cylindrically shaped object with one side being slightly hollowed out.
- The height is 1.75 inches
- The diameter is 2.75 inches
- Since it is a cylinder, the diameter suffices for both length and width
- The component is shaped so there is a tight seal to the sides of the chamber so that gas doesn't escape.
- The piston weighs 1.25 pounds.
- The piston is made from stainless steel.
- Stainless steel is stronger than aluminum but lighter than iron but manufacturing decisions didn't effect this decision.
- The material choice needs to be lightweight but strong to withstand the explosive force.
- Environmental and economic factors effected this decision. Being stainless steel allows the piston to not rust and also have the strength that comes with steel as opposed to aluminum so there is less a chance of breaking and is better on the environment due to the lack of waste. Being that stainless costs about the same as aluminum but is stronger, it is a better deal cost wise to use it rather than aluminum.
- The piston has zero aesthetic qualities and therefore has a bare finish, no paint, stain or coloration needed since it's a purely physical component.
Manufacturing Methods:
- The piston is press-punch forged, lathed, precision ground and milled.
- The precision grinding is evident due to the precision finish in the holes where the pin fits into.
- Milling is evident due to the fact that there are holes, and for the slots that the rings fit into.
- Lathe work is evident from the lines on the top of the piston that come from the facing operation performed by a lathe.
- Forging is evident due to the lack of parting lines, and the internal shape that would be very difficult to mill. There are also stamped numbers in the bottom.
- It would be more cost effective to forge stainless steel rather than completely mill or investment cast it.
- Being a cylindrical shape it effected the choice to perform multiple lathe operations. The need for a snug fit to the pin required precision grinding and milling was needed for minor holes and slotting.
- The need for a strong yet light, product with minimal waste and the ability to withstand rust or decomposition, effected material choice, manufacturing process and finish of the final product.
Component Complexity:
- This is a fairly simple component and would get a rating of #2 for its complexity.
- The categories above serve as a representation of all of the components of the piston, in detail and therefore is what determines its complexity.
- The interactions are very simple and would get a rating of #1
Horizontal Disk (Part Number 135)
Component Function:
- The Horizontal Disk gets power directly from the engine via the belt and pulley system.
- The Linear Movement Pulley (Part 107) is mounted to the drive shaft which is connected directly to the Horizontal Disk. This provides the rotational kinetic energy to engage the Vertical Drive Disk (Part 137) into motion.
Component Form:
- The shape of the Horizontal Disk is a flat disk shape with a hole in the center. The drive shaft is mounted in this space and run through the mounting bracket. The general shape of the mounting bracket is a cylinder with a large flat base and supporting arms. All of these parts are largely axis-symmetrical with the disk being more so one dimensional, the shaft is two dimensional, and the mounting bracket is three dimensional.
- The disk is 6 inches in diameter and ¼ inch thick, the shaft is ¾ in diameter and 6½ inches long, and the mounting bracket is 5 inches in height, 7¼ inches at its widest and 4¾ inches long. The shapes are completely appropriate for the functions they perform. The disk only needs to spin and have another wheel running on it at a 90 degree. The bracket houses the drive shaft so the cylindrical shape is the perfect form for that; the drive shaft is just a simple shaft the needs to spin in a confined space so this is also the idea shape.
- The weights of the components are estimated to be 1lb for the Disk, 1lb for the drive shaft, and 10lbs for the mounting bracket.
- Both the Disk and the drive shaft are made of aluminum while the mounting bracket is made of caste iron.
- The GSEE factors played a role in the decision on the materials. Global reasons would be that both iron and aluminum are readily available materials so manufacturing can take place all around the world. Societal factors come into play when considering the conditions that the product is used in. The parts need to be strong, reliable, and not susceptible to becoming brittle in the cold. Economic factors are focused more on the mounting bracket witch is the heaviest part by far and is made from the cheapest material. This keeps the price down for manufacturing and in turn for the customer.
- There are no real aesthetic purposes for the parts since they will generally not be seen by the user. The only painted part is the mounting bracket which is coated grey to help prevent rust.
- The surface finish of the disk is rough on the back and smooth on the face that contacts the Vertical Drive Disk.
- The mounting bracket is entirely rough and the drive shaft is entirely smooth. The reasoning the shaft is smooth and the face of the disk is smooth is to reduce friction and power loss. The other parts being left rough are more of an economic reason.
Manufacturing Methods:
- The most likely method for manufacturing the Disk and Shaft are Die Casting since die casting is generally used for non-ferrous metals and with a somewhat rough texture on the back of the Disk. The Disk on the smooth side was most likely machined with a vertical mill to get the smooth finish.
- The shaft was possible subject to the subtractive process of turning to provide the smooth finish. For the mounting bracket the most logical method is sand casting because of the rough texture and the cheap cost. The shapes are all relatively simple so these methods are not necessarily needed but they are quickest and most cost effective.
- A global factor that influences manufacturing methods for these components is the age of this technology. Sand casting and die casting are some of the oldest methods used for this type of manufacturing.
- A societal factor that influences manufacturing is that these pieces can be mass produced cheaply so if a piece is broken then it can be replaced very quickly.
- An economic factor that has an impact on these manufacturing choices is the cost of production. These methods are cheaper than milling or investment casting.
- Environmental factors that pertain to these methods are that there is less waste produced. With Die casting there is a permanent mold which gets reused also with all three methods there is less need for total material used for each part.
Component Complexity:
- This is a moderately simple component overall with rankings as follows:
Horizontal Disk:
- Part Complexity: 2 for having more than one surface finish Interaction Complexity: 1 only has on simple function
Mounting Bracket:
- Part Complexity: 2 for having a moderately complex geometric shape Interaction Complexity: 1 only has on simple function
Drive Shaft:
- Part Complexity: 1 simple shape and one finish Interaction Complexity: 1 has one simple function
Vertical Drive Disk (Part Number 137)
Component Function:
- The main function of the Vertical Drive Disk is to transfer the rotational kinetic energy from the Horizontal Disk to transfer it to the Gear and Chain (Parts 138) which then transfers the energy directly to the wheels and drives the snow blower.
- The Vertical Disk can also slide left and right over the Horizontal Disk in order to change the RPM's or speed at which the snow blower moves. It can also slide to the other side of the Horizontal Disk and have the same function but moving the snow blower in reverse. Since the operating environment is outdoors in the snow the part must be rugged and reliable.
Component Form:
- The component is a disk in shape so it also is axis-symmetric through its center. This Disk largely one dimensional since it is comprised of two flat disks mounted together by 5 bolts.
- The outside larger disk is 6 inches in diameter and ¾ inch thick but is hollowed out like a shell.
- The smaller inner disk is 4½ inches in diameter and 3/8 inch thick.
- The Shape being a circular disk is absolutely necessary to perform the required function; since is rotates along the Horizontal disk no other shape would perform without error.
- The rough weight of the disk is 1.5lbs and the material it is composed of is caste iron and rubber.
- The most logical reasoning for this material being chosen is that it needs to be strong and durable enough to withstand the cold and elements and be exposed to high g forces. Global factors which contributed to the materials being chosen are the abundance of iron throughout the world allows for manufacture in more areas. The Surface finish of the disk is rough and coated in grey paint. This is pure function and not aesthetic as no general user will see this component. The rubber around the edge is smooth most likely to create the most friction between the Horizontal and the Vertical Disk.
Manufacturing Methods:
- The method used to create the Vertical Disk was Sand Casting. This is the most likely method because of the rough surface finish that sand casting will result in. The rubber may have been heated up in order to expand it to fit around the disk and then an adhesive would be applied so as it cooled it would shrink fit and become permanently stuck to the disk.
- The shape of the disk is very simple and could easily have been done through milling but the GSEE factors influenced the method used. Sand casting is one of the oldest methods for molding metals into the required shape, meaning that this technology would be able to be widely used throughout the world.
- Societal factors that influenced this method are that parts can be mass produced very quickly and cheaply so if parts need to be replaced it can be a very quick and cheap process for the consumer.
- Economic factors are probably the largest reason for this method being chosen. It is probably the cheapest method available because it uses the least material and the mold can be reused numerous times since it is made of sand.
- Environmental factors that play a part in this method being selected are that there is much less material needed and virtually no wasted material.
Component Complexity:
- This is a relatively simple component responsible for a lot of function represented as follows:
Vertical Drive Disk:
- Part Complexity: 1 very simple shape and one surface finish Interaction Complexity: 2 responsible for speed adjustments in the machine and the direction in which the machine is moving


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A recent Forbes.com article by Holly Green highlighted the role of strategic thinking in effective leadership. Referencing the mad pace of business, she asserted that leaders need to move beyond depending upon what she called "critical" and "implementation" thinking types, to embrace three additional thinking types: "conceptual," "innovative" and "intuitive." Green placed these five types together under the larger umbrella of strategic thinking. (The reference in the title of the article to "Five Critical Thinking Types" is misleading; "Five Strategic Thinking Types" is a more accurate description of her theme.)
While there's some murkiness around her usage of "type" and "skill," in her article Green does two significant things: she asks leaders to think about their thinking, and, building upon this, she draws awareness to the fact that different types of thinking are called for in different situations. Both of these are valuable propositions.
We can take her recommendations further, however, by offering leaders a deliberate process for applying these two concepts of "thinking about your thinking," and using different thinking skills while you do.
The most recent adaptation of the classic model for applied creativity, Creative Problem Solving (CPS) does just this. The aptly-named "Thinking Skills Model" uses an approach similar to what Green proposed, but has the advantage of being more explicitly incorporated into the creative thinking process from beginning to end – in Green's terms from "visualizing" to "implementation." Drawing upon its CPS lineage, it is also supported by decades of research into the benefits of applied creative thinking.
The Thinking Skills Model (TSM) identifies key cognitive skills which come into play throughout the creative thinking process. They are: diagnostic, visionary, strategic, ideational, evaluative, contextual, and tactical thinking.
Green's list of thinking types, again, is: critical, implementation, conceptual, innovative, and intuitive.
Of course there are some similarities and differences, and in a longer analysis we would line these up in a straight-on comparison to explore the overlaps and gaps between the two. For the time being, suffice it to say that Green's on to something when she says "knowing when and how much to utilize each (type) is the hallmark of great leaders." By aligning different thinking skills to different phases of the creative process, the Thinking Skills Model gives leaders a framework for being able to do this. The result is more effective thinking in complex, open-ended situations such as Green describes.
Effective creative thinking is at the heart of what Green advocates. Yet it's interesting to note that the words "creative" and "creativity" are nowhere to be seen in her article. This may have been a deliberate choice, in order to avoid the fuzziness often associated with the "c" word, especially in business settings. Using deliberate processes like Creative Problem Solving doesn't make things fuzzier, however. In fact, it does quite the opposite: it clarifies and strengthens our thinking, especially in these complex and open-ended situations, when we need our creative thinking the most.Photo Credit: Jacob Boetter Sources:
Green, H. (2012, March 27). How to develop five critical thinking types. Retrieved from http://www.forbes.com/sites/work-in-progress/2012/03/27/how-to-develop-5-critical-thinking-types. Puccio, G. J., Murdock, M.C, & Mance, M (2007). Creative leadership: Skills that drive change. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.

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Triton College's School of Continuing Education has partnered with Cantata Adult Life Services in Brookfield to offer a special series of courses that celebrate the diverse cultures that make up the surrounding local communities.
The new courses, titled the Cultural Heritage Series, provide individuals with the opportunity to explore another culture or learn about their own through art, music and dance.
Cantata's Amy Selle said the courses provide an opportunity for individuals to not only challenge their brain but also connect with one another in a classroom setting, thus promoting mental and emotional health. "We believe it can bring communities closer together when cultures learn about each other's heritages," she said. "We are thrilled that Triton College shares our vision."
"Understanding where we came from can help us understand where we are going," said Paul Jensen, Dean of the School of Continuing Education. "We are very happy to work with a strong partner like Cantata on this opportunity to serve our district residents."
The following classes will be available starting spring 2013:
Mexican Arts
Mexican arts have many layers, colors and facets that reflect the combination of ancient and modern times. Create colorful Oaxacan animals, inspired self-portraits, and small murals in the style of the big three Muralists. Explore Mexican music through vocals, independence music, and traditional folk music like Mariachi and Norteno. The class may include a field trip to the Mexican Fine Arts Museum on the near southwest side of Chicago. Materials required for class: a sketchbook and a notebook.
Cost: $99
Meets: Wednesdays, February 6 - March 27, 2013, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Location: Woodlands Maple Room, Cantata Adult Life Services, 8700 W. 31st St., Brookfield, IL
Italian Arts
Italian arts have influenced Western culture in countless ways. Create a beautiful Venetian mask like the ones worn at the annual Carnival of Venice. Study Roman mosaics and create a small mosaic of your own. Learn why Italian music has long held an important place in society and politics, and gain an appreciation of the integral role that Opera plays in Italian culture.
Meets: Saturdays, February 2 - March 16, 9-11:05 a.m.
Location: Triton College, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove, IL
Polish Arts
Polish arts combine Polish influence with aspects of other nearby European cultures and periods in European history. Learn to create wycinanki, a popular paper folk craft originating from the mid-1800s, and pisanki, an ornate style of decorating Easter eggs dating back to the 10th century. Appreciate Polish dance music, such as the Polonaise and the Mazurka, popularized by famous composer and Polish national Frederick Chopin, as well as traditional folk music. The class may include a field trip to the Polish Heritage Museum in Chicago.
Location: Triton College
To register, contact the Triton College School of Continuing Education at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3500 or visit www.triton.edu/ce.
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Seed of Chucky
In the fifth film of the horror series, evil Chucky and his bloodthirsty bride Tiffany are about to become the subjects of a Hollywood movie. This seems to their son Glen like a good time to resurrect them... Imagine their disappointment, then, when their boy is horrified when they go on a killing spree in Hollywood. He's not like mum and dad at all. But that doesn't stop them doing their best - or worst. Brad Dourif and Jennifer Tilly return as the voices of Chuck and Tiffany, and Jennifer also makes an appearance as herself.


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Tonight's lineup of Leafs rookies will feature two youngsters I expect you'll see at some point during the Maple Leafs' 2011-12 season in Matt Frattin and Jake Gardiner. It's important not to read too deep into this tournament but most will be expecting these two to look ahead of the rest (Frattin in particular as a 23-year-old who has completed his NCAA tenure). For the others, the rookie tournament is a chance to show Leafs brass they've taken steps forward in their development after an off-season of hard work.
The Leafs' lineup that will square off with the Blackhawks' rookies tonight features four 2011 draft picks in David Broll, the only member of the 2011 draft class to sign an ELC with the big club thus far, Josh Leivo, and first round selection Stuart Percy. Garret Sparks will play the back half of the tilt in net after off-season signing out of Djurgarden Mark Owuya looks to introduce himself to fans as more than just a rap artist.
Perhaps the Leaf youngster with the most at stake in this tournament is Mitchell Heard. After a pleasantly surprising rookie camp in early July including a couple of goals, the 19-year-old Heard was signed to an Amateur Tryout Contract in order to participate in training camp. The late-blooming Plymouth Whaler was undrafted at both the OHL and NHL levels, but after adding some size the self-described two-way center has made himself a part of the conversation.
As for the Blackhawks' rookies, ex-Leafs Chris Didomenico, Jimmy Hayes and Philippe Paradis are on the roster, so expect the season to start off right with each scoring at least once. 2011 picks Mark McNeil and Brandon Saad are both on the Hawks' roster as well.
Your expected lineup for tonight courtesy of mapleleafs.com:
STARTING IN GOAL: Mark Owuya
McKegg – Crescenzi – Nicholls
Broll – Heard – Frattin
Ross – Ryan – Devane
Olden – Carrick – Leivo
Clarke – Gardiner
Stanisz – Blacker
Urban – Percy
Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at GM Centre in Oshawa. The game will be televised live on Rogers TV and can be streamed on MapleLeafs.com on a 30 minute delay.


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By Miguel Rivera
22-year-old flyweight prospect Jonathan Gonzalez (13-1, 11KOs) of Puerto Rico is looking to make major changes to his corner after suffering the first loss of his career last week in Isla Verde. Gonzalez stepped up in class to face former champion Giovani Segura of Mexico, who many felt was beyond his best. Segura had more than enough to score three knockdowns before stopping Gonzalez in the fourth.
Gonzalez is now hunting for a new trainer. According to Carlos Narvaez, the young fighter is very interested in retaining the services of Robert Garcia, who trains. Brandon Rios, Mikey Garcia. Nonito Donaire and Marcos Maidana.


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WordMaster uses the science of word order, suggestopedic music, and male/female voices to ensure you get the most in vocabulary building in the least time with minimum effort.
Every time you express yourself more clearly, more concisely, more forcefully, more convincingly, more powerfully - you rise above your competition.
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"Good stuff, bad performance"
In an interesting way we can hear a summary of not so common words and their connection to express your opinion.
Sadly, You have to bear constantly annoying music in the backround. After 20minutes I could endure it furthermore. This music make the hearing and understanding difficult. Very sadly.
You hear a lot of not so good known words and their usage in sentence.
Not need. It`s okay. He is good.
No, I can`tanswer this question.
Please broadcast Wordmaster wothout this disturbing music.
"I wish they had a PDF file as a supplement"
I wish they had a PDF file as a supplement , to review and consolidate knowledge and recall
"great book"
It is really help for me. It expands my vocabulary.
If there is paper book,it will be great.
"Recommend for repetitive listening"
Definitely. WordMaster not only has a big volume of rich vocabulary but also explain in detail about the detail tone of the word and how these words can be used in everyday, professional work life. Repetitive listening would help grow the vocabulary.
A lot of reviewers commented about the absence of the word list that they can read and study. For me, however, this way made me more concentrated the voices of the speaker and more engaged in capturing every detail of the sessions. Also it forced me to hear again and again, which eventually helped me memorize the words.
"Please provide pdf format for this audiobook"
I'm a visual learner, having a pdf version would be just wonderful, please ask a author to provide it if possible.
"A didactic way to learn new words."
At the beginning I tried to listen it in my way to the University, but I realized that it was very easy to distract myself. Then, I decided to sit in front of my computer once per day and listen an entire chapter, after 12 days the book was ended. Despite I cannot remember all the words, I know where to find them when I want to construct a pithy sentence.
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- TAG (Teen Advisory Group) meets every month on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month.
- Now is the time to join TAG, if you want to share ideas, meet new people and have a great time shaping the library teen program.
- Members duties include promoting / co-hosting teen events & participating in library activities.
Members also provide general feedback on various aspects of the teen programs: reviewing books, movies, music and other media plus suggestions for the Teen Collection.
- Active members will get credit towards School Community Services Hours
- TAG meetings are at E. P. Foster Library, in the Young Adult area, on the 2nd floor.


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Family owned and family loved, Gino's Pizza has been quickly winning the hearts of Upstate New York locals. By popular demand, owner and father Joe, recently opened a second location in Plattsburgh while he still runs a successful store in Rouses Point. Staffed with family and friends, this pizza shop is more than just a place to get great food. It is known for it's friendly atmosphere, inviting people and overall heart.
Come to Gino's tonight and enjoy any one of its tasty menu items – and don't forget dessert! Choose any flavor from an extensive ice cream list! Your taste buds will be happy.


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EBSCO believes strongly that the best discovery experience is one that combines full text searching with searching of high quality subject indexing from controlled vocabularies. EDS is the only service with that approach.
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Elsevier joins a growing list of publishers and other content partners that are taking part in EDS to bring more visibility to their content. Partners include the world's largest scholarly journal & book publishers including Elsevier, Wiley Blackwell, Springer Science & Business Media, Taylor & Francis Informa, Sage Publications, and thousands of others. Partners also include content providers, such as LexisNexis, Thomson Reuters (Web of Science), JSTOR, ARTstor, Credo Reference, Oxford University Press, World Book, ABC-CLIO, and many others.
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The Lord of Agony, He of Corpulent Pain
A mercenary for hire. If you can handle the foul stench of dead dog, sweat and grease.
Who ya gonna call when the flames are burning?
Heroes, like legends, usually have a basis in fact. And, just like with legends, the facts rarely live up to the myth.
George the Dragonslayer is one such hero.
Desperado, oh, you ain't gettin' no younger:
Your pain and your hunger, they're drivin' you home.
And freedom, oh freedom,
Well, that's just some people talkin'
Your prison is walking,
Through this world all alone.
The guards who spend their working lives behind the walls of the Paul and Peter Fortress, watching over the scum of society so that you don't have to.
The Commander of Confederation Special Operations Unit 13, the Star Falcons, Peregrine-0004.7 is an extravagant, yet highly effecient soldier. Time and time again, he has lead the Oraki black-ops teams to success, keening his unnerving war-cry.
"I have discovered that subtlety cannot give me what is rightfully mine. So I'll just take it back."
Yet another list of 30, this time fiendish foes, vile villians, and and dastardly do-badders.
An outcaste goblin with a sadistic streak and a secret talent
Stonedeath is a goblin assassin, but much more than that. His new form allows him to scale walls, fight with uncanny agility, and above all that; he has a hatred for adventurers.
Mercenaries and bounty hunters? We don't need the help of scum like that.
Vice-Admiral Koszcu
30 Guards, who in peacetime patrol the Palace and in wartime are the Royal Bodyguards and the King's last defence.
Even the boldest quake with fear of the Kobelyn Cavalry of Terkuss Tahkhan! Especially if they're on the same side!
The greatest of chieftains, uniter of the hordes, harbringer of chaos, many names he held, yet what is the truth behind one of the greatet Orc leaders of all time?
Every soldier knows he may be called upon to make the ultimate sacrifice. What he doesn't always know is the depth of the other sacrifices he may be called upon to make.
"She's dead, Jim." "We have the technology, we can rebuild her." "... Yes. But should we?" "We must, in order to counter his scheming." "Then we'll do it."
You find yourself captured by Goblins. (We won't ask, we know it is embarassing.) Looking for your escape, you begin to watch the Goblins. Suprisingly, they are a fairly complex bunch.
Piash is a half-elf outcast deep within an imperial province. He has been rejected by everyone around him his entire life. He has no family, even his last name, Nildar means 'no-clan'. But his mixed blood holds a curse that is finally starting to surface.
The grim and often belligerent denizens of the Grand Duchy of Nyir
Mining in a certain area turns all exposed skin (maybe just parts that are actively disturbing the chemicals that cause the reaction) of the those doing the mining to a dark blue color. Will wear off taking as many years/days spent in the mine.


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Nationals vs Dodgers Baseball Game Preview
Washington Nationals vs Los Angeles Dodgers Odds
The Washington Nationals will look to grab a road win when they take on the Dodgers in Los Angeles at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday in baseball odds action.
The Dodgers will rely on Clayton Kershaw to turn in a quality outing on the mound in this one, while Dan Haren will be his counterpart for the Nationals. Clayton Kershaw is 3-2 this season, and Dan Haren is 4-3.
View Washington vs LA Dodgers Odds and Stats.
Betting Line:
The Nationals were listed as +-177 underdogs on the baseball moneyline at many online sportsbooks, including 5Dimes. The total was set at 6.5 before betting started earlier on Monday over at Bovada.
Power Rankings:
The Dodgers sit at No. 8 in the National League in the current MLB power poll here at Odds Shark, while the Nationals sit at a National League No. 12 on the same chart.
How They Match Up:
Rating these teams in several key categories is important for handicappers and Los Angeles has the National League's No. 14-rated offensive output, at 8.7 hits per game. The Nationals average 7.6 hits per game, good for No. 14 on the National League list.
Pitching and defensive stats are important baseball handicapping factors and Los Angeles has the National League's No. 12-ranked defense. In the other dugout, the Nationals own the National League's No. 5 mark in runs allowed.
Last time out for Washington, they were a 6-2 winner as they battled the Dodgers on the road. Moneyline bettors who got the Nationals at -116 were rewarded, while the 8 combined runs moved the game OVER for totals bettors. The Nationals enjoyed a 6-2 victory at the expense of the Dodgers on Monday, with Jordan Zimmermann throwing 7 2/3 innings of 9-hit ball at Dodger Stadium.
Washington Nationals Trends:
When playing on Tuesday are 4-6
Before playing LA Dodgers are 2-8
After playing LA Dodgers are 2-8
After a win are 7-3
Los Angeles Dodgers Trends:
When playing on Tuesday are 6-4
Before playing Washington are 5-5
After playing Washington are 8-2
After a loss are 3-7
A few Nationals at Dodgers trends to consider:
Washington is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Washington's last 5 games
Washington is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games
The total has gone OVER in 18 of Washington's last 25 games on the road
LA Dodgers are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games when playing at home against Washington
The total has gone OVER in 14 of LA Dodgers' last 17 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 18 of LA Dodgers' last 25 games
LA Dodgers are 6-3 SU in their last 9 games when playing Washington
Next up:
Washington at LA Dodgers, Wednesday, May 15


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Security Industry Alarm Coalition
While we support SIAC as an association, their critical mission deserves the individual support of all of our members.
By: Mike Miller
For over a decade, the Security Industry Alarm Coalition has answered every call and responded to every situation where and when needed by the industry. They have done this without consideration of the size of the city or the distance to be traveled; all while never asking for a dime. Perhaps this was a mistake, but in truth they have viewed their mission as altruistic and the contributions they received were spent regardless of anything except a need for assistance.
Some say that SIAC is a victim of their own successes and this might be a very appropriate description of what has been accomplished. However, what most people view as SIAC's primary mission is just the tip of the preverbal iceberg.
Opposing onerous legislation is a very small part of what SIAC does. If all that they did was to respond to these crisis situations, the battle would have been lost and they would have had to close their doors long ago. The proactive mission that they engage in stops many bad things from happening. SIAC has formed 17 state alarm committees that are managed by the state police chief's associations. In states where these committees are located, 3 police chiefs and 3 alarm industry members meet and steer alarm policies and ordinances for the entire state. Cooperatively, these committees are provided the opportunity to meet with local officials and explain what the options are and more important, ensure they are listened to.
Why doesn't SIAC form a committee in every state? Without question, that is the ultimate goal. But with only 4 full-time SIAC employees, there isn't enough time or money to make that happen.
At the same time that these state committees are working, SIAC employees serve on committees at the national level for police chiefs and sheriffs, providing the industry access and a voice for you and your customers. This level of access is unprecedented by our industry and it has taken many years to gain the trust and confidence that we now enjoy with law enforcement.
What isn't obvious is how one bad policy can quickly become 10. Just as each of us has influence over a handful of people in our personal and professional lives, cities and counties are influenced by what their peers are doing. A bad policy that looks good can quickly become many more until it is not economically feasible to fight.
In spite of all of the success that SIAC has earned, it is frightening just how few people actually contribute. As large as our industry has become, 75 percent of SIAC's income comes from only 10 contributors. While this is a real blessing, it also exposes SIAC to the impact of losing even one of these contributions. Even though SIAC's successes impact all companies large and small equally, what's been missing all along are contributions from the general alarm industry.
The policy "of the day" seems to be requiring alarm companies collect all registration fees and fines. On the surface it may sound innocuous but consider the details involved. You receive a monthly invoice for false responses for all of your customers. If you are a central station, your first move is to identify which dealer each of the customers belongs to. Now you have to research what happened, contact the dealer who then has to contact the customer. It would be an administrative nightmare, especially considering that billing you for these alarms is actually unconstitutional. In each of the jurisdictions where this could have happened, the industry would be required to spend thousands of dollars in order to comply.
The industry must come to recognize exactly what is at stake, and gladly agree to fund SIAC. Sadly this is not the case, and we are in real jeopardy of not being able to fund SIAC at a level that even allows us to remain at the status quo.
I encourage you to visit the SIAC website and look at the contributors. See where their support has come through and please consider adding your name to this list.
Mike Miller is President of Moon Security, an SDM top 100 company in Pasco, Washington. Mike is a Past President of the ESA, and is a full board member of SIAC.


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So I've been thinking about this some lately, and I wanted to see what your thoughts were:
I read a novel last fall that was making the rounds of Atheist blogs and what not called "Christian Nation", which is part alternative history and part cautionary tale. It supposes that John McCain and Sarah Palin had been elected in 2008; not long afterwards, McCain dies in Russia during a state visit of a massive cerebral hemmorage and Palin takes over.
She proves to the nation what folks in Alaska figured out; she's got no business anywhere near public office. But a terrorist attack gives her and Christian reconstructionists the opening they need, and she imposes martial law. Eventually, Palin and her cohorts eventually turn the nation into a "Christian Nation", establishing the plans of Rushdoony and others - Christian Reconstructionism, Seven Mountains Dominion, et.al.
Personally, I found the book to be a modern-day version of Sinclair Lewis' "It Can't Happen Here". What I'd like to know is - have you read the book yourself, and if you did, what did you think of it.
Without a doubt, it was truly frightening what these extremist Christians would do to our nation if we don't keep standing up to them.
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Three years' growth?!? *LOL* You win the A/N Understatement of the Month award!!!
I wasn't that aware of McCain's health, but it wouldn't surprise me either. And it's just as well too.
Come to think of it, theo-cons like those who advocate the NAR are the subject of this week's BRUTALLY HONEST commentary by my buddy David 2. I've already posted it on Water Cooler, but here is it for everyone here to look at and comment on if you wish: http://brutallyhonestcolumn.blogspot.com/2014/04/week-of-04282014.html
Thanks for the link.
I read another explanation of why conservative politicians keep pushing religion, in the South especially. The voters have already lost their feeling of agency, like learned helplessness. They don't even try to secure their rights or protect themselves from exploitation. Feeling totally powerless politically, they've retreated to two figments of personal power, religion and guns. Right wing politicians know this and exploit it. By submitting unconstitutional Christian fundamentalist legislation they make their castrated constituents feel "validated".
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Haven't read it. Sounds like quite a horror story.
Thanks for reading David's commentary Ruth. I can see where you're coming from re: Southeastern religion and politics.
Yeah, "Christian Nation" is a horror story in a way. But as I mentioned, to me, it's a modern-day version of the Sinclair Lewis classic "It Can't Happen Here", which I read at the same time I was reading "Christian Nation". Both of them were almost frighteningly accurate about what was (and is) going on.
I never read it , Brent, but we never were a christian nation. Our desire should be to see that christians do not get some special hold in government. They certainly want to, and also think that they should have. That's because they think we are a christian nation.
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London (Jun. 22)
A chamber concert to commemorate the hundredth anniversary of the birth of Joseph Joachim, the famous Jewish violinist, (who afterwards left Judaism, however) will be given on Monday, June 29th., in the Old Hall, Lincoln's Inn, by permission of the Benchers, being the first concert to be held in the Old Hall. The artists who will take part are Adila Fachri (violin), Jelly d'Aranyi (violin), Gabrielle Joachim (singer), and Donald Francis Tovey (piano). The first two are grandnieces and the third a granddaughter of Joachim, and Professor Tovey was closely associated with him for many years.
It is due to Joachim's example and the influence of his interpretation that most of the great violin works and much of the chamber music of the classical school became familiar to the general public.


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At birth, the majority of babies are given infant vitamins in the form of a vitamin K injection. Vitamin K is an essential nutrient that helps the blood clot. When a person has low or inadequate levels of vitamin K in his or her body, then his or her blood cannot clot correctly, which can result in uncontrolled bleeding. Vitamin K infant vitamins are especially important for newborns. Without vitamin K supplements shortly after birth, about 0.005 percent of babies (5 of 100,000) will experience bleeding into the brain. This bleeding is often caused by an undetected liver disease, which interferes with the liver's ability to make blood-clotting factors out of vitamin K. Babies who were exposed to alcohol, drugs, and anti-epileptic medications during pregnancy are at increased risk for this brain bleeding. Bleeding into the brain cause lifelong brain damage and can even lead to the lead of the baby.
Vitamin K is available from dietary sources such as leafy green vegetables. Kale, spinach, turnip greens, collards, Swiss chard, mustard greens, parsley, romaine, and green leaf lettuce are all great sources of vitamin K. Other vegetables such as Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage contain vitamin K as well. When a breastfeeding mother eats a diet full of foods rich in vitamin K, she bases the nutrient on to her baby through her breast milk. Baby formula is also supplemented with infant vitamins including vitamin K. Vitamin K can also be administered as supplemental infant vitamins in the form of a shot or as oral drops.
It is vitally important that a newborn baby have adequate amounts of vitamin K in his or her body. Babies who receive an injection of vitamin K shortly after birth have decreased rates of bleeding in the brain during the weeks shortly after birth. However, some studies have indicated that infant vitamins given in the form of a vitamin K injection increase the rates of childhood leukemia. Fortunately, parents do have another option: vitamin K drops. Giving vitamin K supplements in the form of oral drops also prevent neonatal intracranial bleeding without the risks associated with the vitamin K shot.
Before our daughter was born, my husband and I decided against the vitamin K injection. Instead, we gave her infant vitamins in the form of vitamin K drops when she was a few hours old. We then continued to give her the vitamin drops weekly until she was seven weeks old. We are happy with our decision because she received the benefits of vitamin K supplementation without being put at an increased risk for leukemia. In my opinion, vitamin K drops are the way to go for most babies.
What did you do about infant vitamins at birth? Did you chose the vitamin K injection or oral vitamin K drops?
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By Jake Donovan
Fernando 'Kochulito' Montiel remains a long way from grace, but the former three-division champ will be damned if he lets anyone convince him that the end is near.
The 33-year old returns to the ring on November 24, in search of his third straight win as he faces Giovanni 'Ruso' Caro in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. The bout will take place at the super bantamweight limit, around where he has hovered for his previous five contests following a devastating 2nd round knockout against Nonito Donaire in Feb. '11.
If he had his way, a rematch with Donaire would be in the works. Montiel – a lifelong gym rat who trains out of his father's facility in Los Mochis – understands the nature of the boxing business, well aware that such a fight is a tough sell at the moment.
Instead, he has set his sights on another top super bantamweight, Abner Mares. The unbeaten two-division champ managed to align himself with Donaire after calling out the division's lineal champ following his spirited points win over Anselmo Moreno last weekend in Los Angeles.
Montiel liked what he saw from Mares in the ring that night – but at the same time saw something that he liked should the two ever collide.
"I think I still have the physical ability yet to challenge a quality opponent like Abner Mares," Montiel (48-4-2, 37KO) insists. "After last Saturday's show, everyone asked me if I wanted to fight him. The truth is I would love the chance to do so.
"I know I'm rambling for now; I have to respect my opponent on the 24th in Juarez. I am 100% focused on the fight (with Caro), but a (future) fight with Mares really excites me."
Caro (24-11-4, 19KO) comes in having lost three of his last five. One of the defeats, however, was a bout in which the Mexican journeyman came within inches of claiming a super bantamweight crown when he fell just short against then-122 lb. titlist Takalani Ndlovu last October in Mexico.
Montiel knows better than to take next weekend's stay-busy fight for granted – the last time he did that, he landed on the wrong end of an upset points loss to Victor Terrazas last summer. The 16-year veteran knows every fight matters these days if he's serious about one more run at the top in 2013.
"I'm at a great moment in my career," Montiel believes. "I'm in the final stages of strong preparation for the fight with Caro. I'll be 100% physically and mentally prepared to give a great show not just to the people of Juarez, but to all viewers and show that I'm ready to get the fourth world title."
Jake Donovan is the Managing Editor of Boxingscene.com. Follow Jake on Twitter: @JakeNDaBox


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XQuery Development Tools/SSE
Currently, XQDT uses the DLTK-based editor as the main editor. In order to leverage more of the existing functionality around XML editing existing in the WTP projects (e.g. XML, XML schema, etc.) it was decided to migrate the current DLTK-based editor to the SSE one.
This article describes the work to be done in this directions as well as the list of features expected from the SSE editor before a release featuring only the SSE editor.
SSE Editor Required Features
XQuery Grammars
- Support for the whole palette of XQuery languages from W3C:
- Support for vendor extensions/grammars:
- XQuery Scripting Extension Proposal
- ... complete with others, if available
In order to support this number of grammar, the JFlex tokenizer must be automatically generated from an EBNF. The tokenizer should also be pluggable through an extension point (which is currently already the case).
Color Highlighting
The all the XQuery grammars must be correctly color-highlighted. For this some semantic highlighting is necessary.
Code Completion
The following code completion features must be available:
- keyword completion
- function completion
- built-in functions
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- functions in the same XQuery module
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Move over, Pokémon Go - there's a new game in town. In a sweet and somewhat WTF move, the Aransas Pass Police Department of Texas has created a Pokémon-style card game to connect with younger residents. The cards, which feature officers from the department, are sponsored by local businesses. Kids can actually "stop a cop" to collect their respective cards. It's nice to see civil servants brandishing a sense of humor.
Check out the promotional videos and view their cards below.


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Greetings, Drunkards. I've only got a few minutes here in the Cincinnati Airport (beautiful, by the way), but I wanted to let you know that I'll be in Park City for the Sundance Film Festival by nightfall. I don't have press credentials* because I'm too much of a rebel (to even wear pants) so I don't even really know what the hell I'll be doing there or if your daily FilmDrunk experience will even change all that much, but I just thought I'd let you guys know. Frankly, the hookers just seemed bored by it. Anyway, expect a few reviews, and maybe a picture or two, but I'll try to keep my boring travelogues and hobo wrestling stories to a minimum. (Note: I only wrestle girl hobos.)
Also: follow Filmdrunk on Twitter if you want more up-to-the-minute travel photos, thoughts on date rape and, like… pictures of… signs and stuff. Shut up, just do it.
*If you got the hookup on that or you just want to send some naked pictures of yourself, be encouraged to email.


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Happy Valentine's Day friends! Most years I roll my eyes at this commercial holiday that has become focused more on chocolates, flowers and gifts than just taking time to be thankful for loved ones. However, this year, I woke up this morning bursting with happiness. Over the past few weeks I've been reminded multiple times that I am blessed with an incredible support group of friends, co-workers and family members both near and far. So regardless of your status this Valentine's Day, I hope you can take a moment to be thankful for yourself and those people in your life you hold dear. I took a few minutes earlier today to thank each of my team members for their support by gifting them $5 on Venmo for a coffee or sweet treat. It isn't much but sometimes the smallest, unexpected gestures are the most rewarding.
This morning Bo and I kicked off Valentine's Day at Orangetheory Park Slope with a grueling Valentine's Day themed partner workout led by Coach Corey. One of my favorite coaches, his playlist is always amazing and he did a great job motivating the class today as well as providing prenatal adjustments. This morning's partner workout included an endurance hill and speed treadmill station, rowing and squat thrust station and a strength station that was packed with squats, chest flies and tricep extensions. By the time the clock hit 7:45, Bo and I were both dripping in sweat. Speaking of Orangetheory workouts, did you guys know that every Orangetheory location across the US does the same workout each day? My mind was blown when I discovered this the other day. How fun is that?!
Workout dates are something that Bo and I are trying to prioritize in our schedule between now and June when Baby Girl Diamond arrives. As many of you know, we both enjoy sweating together as it provides us with time before our busy days to connect, workout and enjoy each other's company. When we started dating fourteen years ago, fitness was not a priority, as you can tell from the above picture. Since we've been together we've lost a combined weight of one hundred pounds, much of which can be attributed to our healthier and more active lifestyle. I'm so thankful that these days Bo and I equally enjoy working out and staying active together. In fact, it's become such a part of our routine that I often take it for granted until I read posts like this. Since running is something that I enjoy more than him, most of our workout dates revolve around workouts we enjoy equally such as high intensity interval training at Orangetheory or Fhitting Room, spin classes at FlyWheel or swimming at the YMCA.
This evening we will continue to enjoy Valentine's Day together by cooking one of our favorite dishes together, sesame encrusted tuna, and relax with a movie.
Hope you guys have a great day!


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Introduce fines for the missed appointments
Last week it was announced that there were 158,487 missed hospital appointments in Northern Ireland during 2011.
When is the Executive/Assembly going to pass a law to start fining people for this total contempt for the health service?
I think fining somebody just a tenner would not break the bank, but would go some way towards funding the health service.
Just a £10 fine would have meant an extra £1.5m for the health service.
ANDREW McKEEVER
Carrickfergus, Co Antrim
To email your letter to the Editor click here


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Here's a little video I did for PlanetPhotoshop.com and it shows you how to use Photoshop CS6's new blur filters to create a fun background. You won't believe the original photos used to make these backgrounds! Click here to transport to PlanetPhotoshop: http://lesa.in/QNVjnQ
Once you're there, just push the play button in the center of the video frame. I hope you enjoy the video!


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Admission: Free UNTIL DEC. 5 with Online Registration, Otherwise $10 per person
We are conducting the 3rd OCPC Business mixer in an effort to help Southern California Persian businesses & professionals to grow, network with each other, and reach locals at the Irvine City Hall (Irvine Civic Center).
Through this free event individuals and companies get the chance to introduce themselves to one another, exchange information and learn about OCPC Connect. Participants get the chance to register as a supplier for OCPC Connect.
In addition, job seekers can possibly meet their future employer.
Limited space – Must register online for guaranteed entrance.
1 Registration Per Person Is Required.
This event is a private reservation and is not endorsed or sponsored by the City of Irvine.
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Handy Backup Standard license giveaway winners
Last week I organized a contest where I promised to give away 5 licenses of Handy Backup Standard, each worth $39, to 5 lucky winners. Here are results of the draw.
- MerleOne
- Bala Sethuraman
- Sensei J. Richard Kirkham
- Ranajay Sen
- Philip Bilik
Congratulations to all winners and thanks to everybody who took part. You will be receiving your license keys shortly.


text: The American College of Surgeons (Bull Am Coll Surg, Jan) has issued a revised statement from its original 1994 policy on Advance Directies in the operating room. Basically, there is now a requirement that a "reconsideration discussion" should occur as early as practical after a decision is made to have surgery to clarify patient's wishes. "Policies that lead either to the automatic enforcement of all DNR orders or to disregarding or automatically cancelling such orders do not sufficiently support a patient's right to self- determination." Click here to read full text..


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Good Movie Alert: Paul Walker To Star In Fred Durst's 'Pawn Shop Chronicles'
Durst, the director of the upcoming thriller Pawn Shop Chronicles, now stars Walker in a film described as follows:
...multiple interconnected stories [center] around a missing wedding ring which leads to a wild-goose chase involving meth addicts, skinheads and an Elvis impersonator.
This is a thriller? It sounds like an "edgy" Robin Williams comedy you'd find in the $2 section at a Walgreens. Also, an Elvis impersonator? Sounds like the film is being shot in ClicheVision. Are the meth addicts mimes?
The script is co-written by actor Adam Minarovich "The Walking Dead") and is being described as "a hillbilly Pulp Fiction." Listen, Mr. Walker, filming doesn't start until spring. It's probably not too late to arrogantly hop into your Subaru WRX STI drive away and pretend you never agreed to anything. (FirstShowing)


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Cambria Vaccaro, of Lafayette, daughter of Bill and Terry Dozier, of Newport Beach, Calif., and Stephen and Pamela Groat, of Henderson, Nev., will marry Dru Jacobs, of Lafayette, son of Stephen and Sarah Jacobs, of Boulder.
Cambria graduated from the University of Colorado-Boulder. She is the vice president of marketing at Door to Door Organics.
Dru also graduated from CU. He is the chief marketing officer at Collective IP.
The couple will marry May 3, 2014, in Los Olivos, Calif.


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I have a toyota previa diesel 2001 cdx model
my problem is as follow:
when I put my toyota previa into 5th gear the car shows the engine mangement light and the car loses power and does not take any gas, I have to switch off the car and restart it. My problem only coocurs once in a while but not everyday
can you please help me.
have the same problem?
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Please identify the elements of Socialist Realism in "The Unknown Citizen" by W.H. Auden.
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To be honest, I see elements of Socialist Realism as well as what we might call Capitalist Realism. In fact, I see more of a challenge to Socialism than a satirical poem in support of socialism. (When you refer to a piece of literature as Socialist Realism, that piece of literature usually supports the idea of socialism, usually by sarcastically condemning a more open capitalist state. But here, the speaker criticizes elements of socialism just as much, if not moreso, as capitalism.)
Overall, this poem is about the disappearance of individualism: at the hands of any type of state: socialist, capitalist, democratic, etc. Auden's criticism here is about technology and social control and how they reduce the 'everyman/woman,' the common citizen to statistics: social security numbers, passwords (especially now with computers), income brackets, "appropriate" # of children (this one is in the poem).
"For in everything he did, he served the greater community" - this line seems to be, sarcastically, criticizing a socialist state; in other words, a state where there is heavy governmental control.
"And he had everything necessary to the Modern Man,/
A phonograph, a radio, a car and a fridgidaire." This line seems to be sarcastically criticizing a capitalist state; in other words, a state where there may be less governmental control, but control through other means: commodification and materialism.
In both cases, I think the speaker is criticizing the lack of individuality. In both cases, the "Unknown Citizen" conforms to the state, or he conforms to the pressures of socio-economic influence: to be happy and a good citizen, you should have a radio, phonograph, etc.
The fact that the Citizen has no name underscores his lack of individuality. In the end, I think this is more generally a Social Realist poem as opposed to just a Socialist Realist poem. There are elements of different Realisms here: but they all have to do with restoring individuality and renouncing conformity in the Modern Age.
The last two lines question whether the unknown citizen was happy, concluding that we "would have heard." Since we do not hear from the citizen himself, we'd have heard from his family/friends. We do not. They've all been relegated to statistics. The citizen has no voice. The only thing we know about him is what things he bought/owned and what the state/union had to say about his cooperation with their rules.


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Skip to comments.NBC/WSJ poll: Obama, Romney Locked In Tight Contest [Obama=47% to Romney=43%!]
Posted on 05/22/2012 9:08:40 PM PDT by Steelfish
NBC/WSJ poll: Obama, Romney Locked In Tight Contest
By Mark Murray Despite a volatile and eventful past few weeks in the early presidential contest, President Barack Obama continues to hold a small and slightly narrowing lead over Mitt Romney, according to a new NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll.
But given the publics pessimism about the economy and the direction of the country, Romney finds himself well within striking distance in an election that has the potential to be as close as the 2004 race between Republican George W. Bush and Democrat John Kerry.
Obamas chances for re-election ... are no better than 50-50, says Democratic pollster Peter D. Hart, who conducted this survey with Republican Bill McInturff.
So much has happened, and so little has changed, Hart adds. And it tells you this is a dead-even race.
NBC/WSJ poll: Obama's gay-marriage announcement a 'draw' This poll which was taken after the anniversary of Osama bin Ladens death, Obamas announcement in support of gay marriage, fresh economic worries about Europe, and last months tepid jobs report shows the Democrat leading Romney by four points among registered voters, 47 percent to 43 percent.
(Excerpt) Read more at firstread.msnbc.msn.com ...
Registered voters.
It's likely a lot worse than that for Obama. So what do the internals show? PMSNBC polled 10 to 15% more Dems than Rs... I bet.
QF4a Generally speaking, do you think of yourself as (ROTATE:) a Democrat, a Republican, an independent, or something else? (IF "DEMOCRAT" OR "REPUBLICAN," ASK:) Would you call yourself a strong (Democrat/Republican) or not a very strong (Democrat/Republican)?
(IF "NOT SURE," CODE AS "NOT VERY STRONG DEMOCRAT/REPUBLICAN.") (IF "INDEPENDENT," ASK:) Do you think of yourself as closer to the Republican Party, closer to the Democratic Party, or do you think of yourself as strictly independent? (IF "NOT SURE," CODE AS "STRICTLY INDEPENDENT.")
Strong Democrat ........................... 21
Not very strong Democrat ............. 8
Independent/lean Democrat .......... 15
Strictly Independent ....................... 16
Independent/lean Republican ........ 14
Not very strong Republican ........... 7
Strong Republican ......................... 15
Other (VOL) ................................... 3
Not sure ....................................... 1
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1,000 adults - 250 cell phones
Looks skewed - as usual - when you add "strong" and "not very strong" for each party:
Strong Democrat .....................21
Not very strong Democrat .............8
Independent/lean Democrat .......... 15
Strictly Independent ................16
Independent/lean Republican ........ 14
Not very strong Republican ...........7
Strong Republican ...................15
Other (VOL) ..........................3
Not sure .............................1
Thus by adding the two criteria you have a poll that essentially is 29% D and 22% R thus erasing Obama's lead especially when most polls show Independents well in Romney's corner.
NYT Reporter Goes To Romney's Church, Seeks Dirt From Worshipers
Don't forget: Romney sucks.
Just a reminder.
It's not even registered voters. It's just 1000 citizens who answered the phone.
This poll is whacked!! All other polls show Romney leading among Ind but this one shows Obama ahead by about 14 points. Not only that but if you look at Obama's leads among Women and the other sub groups you must ask how this race can be as close as NBC says it is in this poll?
It is a poll among adults to boot.
Our sensationalist media can't just admit it will be Romney; they have to pretend there is a race so people watch their meaningless blather (especially the advertisers that pay for it).
This election won't be close, Romney is going to win in a landslide.
Not even -- "1000 adults."
I've got younger family members who are registered to vote yet have never voted in their young lives. Yet if they took a call from a pollster, they'd say they are for Obama because they are still young and naive. Fortunately, they wouldn't be able to find their way to a voting booth on election night.
Likely voters - those who have actually voted in at least the last three elections and intend to do so again, are the only voters that really matter for polling purposes.
Over-sampled Dems, yet polls show significant decline in those identifying with Dem party. GIGO poll.
Dem - 44%
Rep - 36%
Ind/Other - 20%
So... if you use a 50/50 split, Romney is up by about 2.
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Wife likes to be daring by taking chances on being seen by friends, or neighbors. We have done this quite a few times now. She has been caught on a few occasions, and she loves it! There are also two pictures that we shot in the neighborhood park too, hoping someone we know will see her.


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- n. Plural form of instruction.
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- n. a manual usually accompanying a technical device and explaining how to install or operate it
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Since many dyeing instructions specify weights of 30% acid, and since it is easier to measure solutions by volume than by weight, it is suggested that, for convenience, a solution containing 30 grams/litre (9/l) of the 100% acid is prepared; 10 ml of this solution can then be used in place of each gram of 3096 acetic acid in the instructions*.
If you would like to try bluing, follow the label instructions carefully.
In attempting to treat the invasion, the woman's husband used a product not designed to kill bedbugs, and did not follow the label instructions in treating the home, the CDC said.
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Geometric and Early Archaic gems: Sounion group
In Attica in the later 7th and 6th century there is production of mainly small round seals in soft stone with simple subjects and in a rather nondescript style. They are represented at sanctuaries in Sounion, Brauron and Athens.
White stone disc seal. Two men and women; two sphinxes.
Private Coll. 14mm. GGFR pl. 278.
Green serpentine cuboid seal, from the Acropolis, Athens. Four subjects: love-making; foreparts of goats with a lizard and bird; women with pipes and a jar; two goats at a tree.
Acropolis 7237. 10mm. IGems no. F29; GGFR fig. 184, pl. 277.


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Two students from ESDi, who created the project ÉSDissabte, now had create Fiu Barcelona, a project wich is an event that aims to propel creative projects from new generations of designers of the country. From the dialogue , sharing experiences , establishing new partnerships and innovate in content and formats that allow fifty -fifty between knowledge and a relaxed atmosphere.
This is a project driven by the core of the old era of ÉSDissabte formed by Georgina Capdevila and Humbert Clotet, and named FIU Barcelona, a project that eliminates the barriers that young people encounter when exposing their work.
"We need a space, a communication or a production that can effectively meet this goal and thus a quality environment is created to expose and share proposals and concerns of young creatives who support " say Capdevila and Clotet . And to carry out these two young entrepreneurs have made a crowdfunding campaign to make your dream a reality. It will be in the DHUB auditorium.
In this campaign the two students, presented by 10 ' FIUERS ',- young people between 18 and 25 years with great talent , who will share concerns, thoughts and creative environment ratings for the conference by 10 minutes express . And they invited two ' PRO - FIUERS ' - established professionals in the creative sector of Barcelona to present their views as experts to the young student audience.
A little more information about the project components
Humbert and Georgina
After four years in design management and forming us combining the knowledge acquired in class with additional projects - schools , we have found our true passion : the management and organization of events.
tabula Rasa
Graphic design studio with little more than a year of experience formed by Adrià Lapiedra , Roger Varela, Kevin Sabariego with Marc and Adrià Castellvà Piferrer . His wit and originality will be reflected throughout the graphic communications FIU Barcelona.
A young man studio created by Joan Divine and Daniel Planas. His coneixamets stop motion , footage , motion graphics, and many other techniques of audiovisual world, responsible design the credits FIU Barcelona.
Sasha and Dela
Two graphic designers currently enrolled in a postgraduate degree in digital editing applications, will design and publish the official app of FIU Barcelona : an interactive magazine for iOS, where any interested party may discover the experience of the event FIU .
Gil Rock
Architecture student at UPC , is responsible for providing adequate space design activities to be undertaken during the day of the event .
Raul Cudinachs
Expert in the pop music landscape of our country, create the Playlist : " FIU IN THE MIX" . A proposal to seek FIU Barcelona promote the creativity of young musicians, from a list of ten songs created by local groups and unprofessional way.
Enrique Rubio
Student at UVIC advertising , will take the role of community manager FIU tickets Barcelona : Sharing will handle all promotional and informative information through social networks newsletter and promotional activities.


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On our way home, we met the newest addition to our family, our fifth dog overall, the beautiful and brilliant Tala. Since we're about to move, we didn't take her home. That will have to wait until we're a little settled in our new place, and return from a very special anniversary celebration trip we're taking in January. It works out well, because Tala is currently living with a trainer who is giving us a headstart on her socialization.
Here's the backstory.
Allan and I had already fallen in love with several dogs on Petfinder.com. It's incredibly easy to do. There are always a zillion animals who need homes, and whatever your favourite species and look, someone is waiting for you. I've been unpleasantly surprised that most people in Mississauga (and, I think, Toronto) have dogs that were obviously purchased from breeders. In New York City, rescues are much more common. At the risk of offending many readers, I am strongly opposed to breeding dogs for sale, no matter how responsibly it's supposedly done. (Let's not argue about it, ok? It's too upsetting for me.)
Back on Petfinder, we picked out a female Shepherd-Husky mix in our area - that's what our first dog was, and we're very partial to the look and the personality mix. The policy of the local rescue group is not to hold dogs under any circumstances. Every time a dog is placed for adoption, that foster home is available for a dog currently stuck in a shelter - the faster the turnover, the better.
I understand this completely. The shelter is death row. Even in a no-kill shelter, the longer a dog languishes there, the less socialized it will be and the harder it will be to find her a permanent home. So I absolutely understood that they couldn't hold the dog for us, I think it's a great policy, but I wanted her! A week later she was gone from Petfinder: taken. Good. Great. I know. But I wanted her!
I told myself to stop looking at dogs until we could bring one home. Then I would email Allan five more links to five more possibilities. OK, last one, this time I mean it, but look at this one, ohmygoodness look at this one, stop stop stop, just one more, last one, starting now.
Then I started looking at cute dogs that we like, but not necessarily in our area. Just looking. Searching on both German Shepherd and Husky, I found Tala. I had no idea where she was located. She could have been anywhere.
I sent her link (take that page down! she's taken!) to Allan. Subject line: "where is churchville new york?". His reply: "I don't know, but that's where we're going!"
Allan discovered Churchville is just outside of Rochester, in western New York State. Just on the other side of Lake Ontario.
Next question, will they hold a dog for the right family?
Rescue Person's answer: no problem. However, come meet her first, with your other dog.
Our answer: we're driving right by you next week.
We weren't able to arrange it for the day we drove down, so our whole Thanksgiving visit was suffused with expectation of meeting Tala on the way home. We announced we are adopting a new dog, and most people (everyone?) in our family knows what that means in our lives. We put her Petfinder page on everyone's laptop and gazed lovingly as if she were already ours.
Then yesterday, on our way home, we made a short detour off the Thruway into beautiful farm country to meet her.
The rescue groups I'm familiar with are networks of volunteers who provide loving foster homes for rescues. A team of coordinators screen prospective families, test shelter dogs for temperament issues, pull dogs out of shelters, and so forth. Whether they are general dog rescue with no regard to breed, or breed-specific rescue, this is the only way I've seen it done.
But RP in Churchville is the foster home - for the entire area. RP is part of a Siberian Husky breed rescue network (and they're the good kind of breed rescue - they take mixes, too). She works with a counterpart in New York City, one in Ohio, one in Tennessee, and so forth.
The license plates on RP's and Mr RP's SUVs: HSKYSVRS and HSKYRESQRS. They have five acres of land, with more than one acre secured with stockade fencing. In the basement, in beautiful custom-made kennel crates, were 35 Huskies and Husky mixes - each one sweet, beautiful, and desirous of our attention, each one rescued from abuse and certain death, each one given medical care, food, love, family, training, and re-socialized for a future family.
It didn't seem appropriate to take pictures, so I can only try to picture it for you: the howls and barks, the white-flag tails waving, the ears flattened with joy as we gave each one attention, the snouts poking through the crate bars to kiss us. Thirty-five names, thirty-five stories (some already had homes, and were just boarding for the holiday), and another thirty-five waiting to take their place when there's room. And this not counting the six "personal" dogs who live upstairs.
Let me tell you, it was intense. And we recognized Tala immediately. She is a sweetheart!
We didn't bring Cody in the basement - she would have had a heart attack. But finally, after tours and stories and dramatic delay, RP finally let us bring Tala outside to play with Cody in the backyard.
At first RP wasn't too keen on matching us with Tala. She felt Cody is too old for the company of a young, energetic dog; she felt there would be dominance issues; she tried to steer us towards some slightly older males.
Allan and I both felt RP was making too much of it, and misreading Cody, or possibly it was just her shtick. Cody and Tala got along exactly as we predicted, following Cody's completely predictable pattern: she was intimidated and put off at first, then relaxed and warmed up. When she felt threatened, she asserted herself with a few hoarse barks, then trotted away. Tala also behaved as we expected a friendly young dog to do. She was playful, curious, and insistent, not at all aggressive, and when Cody told her to scram, she backed off. It was beautiful.
We walked them together on leashes, and it was uneventful. We hugged and kissed Tala, and Cody wandered off by herself - also completely predictable. She was never jealous.
RP emphasized the importance of setting up Cody as the dominant dog. She said (over and over) that Tala will challenge Cody's position and then Cody will have to assert herself and it could be ugly. But we are very experienced dog people - and most importantly, very experienced with Cody, including her life with two other dogs. We know what will happen. Tala will take over. She will become Cody's alpha. It doesn't matter who gets there first, it doesn't matter who's older. Cody is the Bottom Dog. Tala is bright and energetic and will be happy to be the alpha, and Cody will be happy to let her.
What matters in this scenario is that Tala will be submissive to us, that she will recognize us as the super-alphas. She shows all signs of being a quick study and eager to please, and we know how to help a new dog adapt to a new home. Long ago, our first dog nearly ruined my life by assuming the alpha position over me. After we learned how to correct that - and although she continued to test me her entire life - it would never be a problem again.
We made a donation towards Tala's care for the next two months, and we somehow said goodbye and dragged ourselves away. Having a young bundle of energy again will be a huge change for us! So will having boundless affection and love, again. I can't wait.
More Tala photos here. Expect to be subjected to many more.
25 comments:
- dogsled_stacie said...
Oh how cool!! She is like Rupert's twin!! :)
That said, she is adorable (I'm not biased or anything...) and looks so full of energy! She will most definitely be a lively addition to the family. I'm sure her and Cody will be best friends very soon.
Good luck, and of course I look forward to all the dog posts! :)
- Sunday, November 26, 2006 3:23:00 PM
- L-girl said...
Thanks Stacie!! Now you know why Rupert is our favourite of all your dogs. I knew you'd see the connection right away. :)
Yes, we do expect some lively times ahead. I hope we can keep up...
- Sunday, November 26, 2006 3:50:00 PM
- redsock said...
Tala will soon be the smartest one in the house -- just like Gypsy was.
I have a feeling that beginning in February, wmtc will become a photo blog.
- Sunday, November 26, 2006 5:24:00 PM
- redsock said...
Picture #6 is great, with Tala looking off camera.
And after an hour or so of being in the yard, Cody did start to play a little bit, barking and chasing Tala for a few steps.
It is obvious that Cody will be worshipping her within a week.
- Sunday, November 26, 2006 5:28:00 PM
- L-girl said...
Are you sure you mean #6? What's the actual name/number of the photo?
I'm realizing that it's been a very long time since we had a lively happy puppy.
Buster was a pup when we found him, but he was either too sick, too drugged or too insane to enjoy it.
Cody was just crazy. She had a tough adjustment, and then grew up.
So we're talking late 1980s. I'm really looking forward to the change.
It is obvious that Cody will be worshipping her within a week.
I believe so. :)
And it will be up to us to give Tala enough exercise so she doesn't wear Cody out.
- Sunday, November 26, 2006 5:33:00 PM
- redsock said...
This one!
- Sunday, November 26, 2006 6:52:00 PM
- redsock said...
And you can see Cody wandering around waaaay in the background at the top of the frame!
- Sunday, November 26, 2006 6:53:00 PM
- L-girl said...
Ha! Good catch. That's picture #5.
- Sunday, November 26, 2006 7:15:00 PM
- James said...
Tala will take over. She will become Cody's alpha. It doesn't matter who gets there first, it doesn't matter who's older. Cody is the Bottom Dog.
I've known some guys like that. ;)
- Sunday, November 26, 2006 8:20:00 PM
- dcbean said...
Congratulations! I'm curious, what will you need to do to bring Tala to Canada, as far as paperwork, etc.?
- Sunday, November 26, 2006 8:50:00 PM
- L-girl said...
I've known some guys like that. ;)
Heh. Yup. :-)
Congratulations! I'm curious, what will you need to do to bring Tala to Canada, as far as paperwork, etc.?
Thank you! We don't need anything. We could be asked for proof of rabies vaccination, but chances are we'll just drive over the border without being asked. With Ontario plates and our Canadian ID, I doubt anyone will ask about the two dogs in the back seat.
Even the day we landed (also with two dogs), we weren't asked for the rabies certificate. We had it with us, prepared to show it, but they didn't ask.
- Sunday, November 26, 2006 9:03:00 PM
- impudent strumpet said...
She's gorgeous!
- Sunday, November 26, 2006 9:31:00 PM
- Masnick96 said...
YEAH!!!! Oh I'm so happy for the four of you :-)
- Sunday, November 26, 2006 9:51:00 PM
- L-girl said...
Thank you, thank you! Allan and I are totally smitten.
- Sunday, November 26, 2006 9:57:00 PM
- West End Bound said...
Tala looks like a wonderful addition to the wmtc family . . . Hope you get her soon!
- Monday, November 27, 2006 12:22:00 AM
- dogsled_stacie said...
I noticed even before you posted a comment on my blog! ha!
When I was down in Calgary with one dog (wow, those were the days!), I was at the dogpark walking Kuna and I met up with this woman who was obsessed with white shepard/husky crosses. She had 2 at the time - beautiful dogs! - and it sounded like she had nothing but that type of dog for a very long time. When she saw Kuna, who is kinda white and husky-ish (albeit huge) she had to comment on how much she liked him. She woulda loved Ruperto!
But I totally understand just having some kind of "connection" with a certain type of dog. My problem is, is that I have that "connection" with too many types of dogs! Hence the 14-dogs and constant mayhem around my place... :)
Photoblog - bring it on!! I'll never complain about the amount of dog photos.
- Monday, November 27, 2006 2:11:00 AM
She is beautiful. And you guys are like me - big dog people. They tend to me much more mellow and lovable than small ones who are more like rats to me.
Two months???? That sounds like an eternity.
I take it that you can cross the border with dogs without having to cut through a lot of red tape
- Monday, November 27, 2006 4:49:00 AM
- L-girl said...
I noticed even before you posted a comment on my blog! ha!
Your first comment was right after I commented on your blog - and said how much she looks like Rupert! How funny!
When I was down in Calgary with one dog (wow, those were the days!)
That must feel like a lifetime ago... :)
white shepard/husky crosses
I never knew that's what Gypsy was. I just called her a Shepherd mix. You could see she wasn't a pure Shepherd - she was even more beautiful! (and I love German Shepherds) - but I never thought much about it.
One day at a neighbourhood park we saw a dog that looked exactly like her. We had never seen a dog that resembled her like that. The owner told me his dog was a Shephed-Husky cross.
Once I knew that, I could see it in Gypsy perfectly - the tall, but slightly smaller, ears, the softer snout, the thicker, fluffier coat.
Gypsy wasn't pure white, she had more Shepherd colouring, but her front was light, so she usually looks white or light in pictures.
- Monday, November 27, 2006 10:01:00 AM
- L-girl said...
And you guys are like me - big dog people. They tend to me much more mellow and lovable than small ones who are more like rats to me.
Oh, we couldn't agree more. I like a dog big enough to put your arms around and give a big hug.
My sister and her daughter now have a "rat dog". I would never have one myself, but I will say, she is much sweeter and cuter than I ever would have imagined. I guess when you love dogs, you love dogs...
Two months???? That sounds like an eternity.
But it's the best thing. It would be ridiculous to bring a new dog - especially a lively young one - into the chaos of a packing and moving. And we can't bring her home and then leave her with a dog-sitter. "Hi, we don't know this dog's habits, she's not in a routine yet, and the two dogs hardly know each other, here's the keys, bye!"
So we are reluctantly waiting... but very eager to bring her home!
I take it that you can cross the border with dogs without having to cut through a lot of red tape
See above. :)
- Monday, November 27, 2006 10:05:00 AM
I have noticed that the big/small dog divide is almost as firmly rooted as the cat/dog divide.
Small dog people are scared of big dogs, and they don't like to go near them while big dog people share the feelings that you and I do.
I am looking at dogsled_stacie's avatar. Geez, it may just be the camera angle, but that dog's head looks almost as big as her whole upper body.
- Monday, November 27, 2006 3:03:00 PM
Now having said that, I am not so sure about big giant dogs like Great Danes.
I am with you. Should be big enough to hug, but not big enough to ride.
Besides, their life spans are pretty short, I think.
- Monday, November 27, 2006 3:06:00 PM
- L-girl said...
I know a lot of people who like both dogs and cats. But big dog or small dog is a definitely a huge preference.
My sister must be a great exception to this. She loves big dogs - we grew up with a Shepherd - but now has a tiny thing that her daughter brought home.
She (same sister) had a big dog for 17 years, her kids grew up with that dog - but now she is really a cat person. She has two cats, and wouldn't have a dog at all anymore if her daughter hadn't surprised her.
- Monday, November 27, 2006 3:07:00 PM
- L-girl said...
Should be big enough to hug, but not big enough to ride.
I agree! I think Allan agrees, too.
Besides, their life spans are pretty short, I think.
They are heartbreaks on legs. If they live to be 8, they are old. Terrible.
They are really nice, though. Very calm and gentle, as befits their size.
- Monday, November 27, 2006 3:09:00 PM
- dogsled_stacie said...
I am looking at dogsled_stacie's avatar. Geez, it may just be the camera angle, but that dog's head looks almost as big as her whole upper body.
LOL David!! He is big, but not HUGE - 90lbs or so. His head does look freakishly gigantic in that photo for some reason.
And speaking of Great Danes - they would dwarf him. We came across 2 in that dog park and they totally wanted to play with him, but he was so intimidated he just ran away scared!! Haha! He's used to mostly being the biggest dog around, and they just freaked him out.
I have to say, I was never a huge fan of small dogs - until a couple weeks ago when a friend and I came across this little terrier-cross thing sitting on the side of the highway. Well, long story short, we picked her up and I had her for the night. She was soooo sweet and adorable, and I could just pick her up, take her up to the loft (away from the resident monsters who might think she was a tasty snack), and she hopped up on my bed - barely taking up any room! So cute. So manageable.
Ah, but I still wouldn't trade my big beasts in for anything. :)
Two months... yeah, that does seem like a long time - but totally worth the wait I'm sure. It would be a bit chaotic bringing her into the whole move situation.
- Monday, November 27, 2006 5:17:00 PM
- L-girl said...
I have to say, I was never a huge fan of small dogs - until a couple weeks ago when a friend and I came across this little terrier-cross thing sitting on the side of the highway.
!!! How small? What does she weigh?
We found our own little terrier cross outside the Bronx Zoo. We were only going to get her back to health and then find a home for her. Yeah, right.
Clyde was a Jack Russell-Smooth-Coated Fox Terrier mix, as far as I could tell. She was 27 lbs, very small for me/us, but such personality and spark, and so adorable.
I would have never chosen a dog that small, but she found us, and we discovered the Joy Of Terrier.
My sister's dog, however, weighs 5 lbs. 2 oz. THAT is SMALL.
So Rupert is 90 lbs? I didn't realize he was so big. Cool! Gypsy was around that size. Tala is much smaller, maybe 45 lbs.
- Monday, November 27, 2006 8:09:00 PM


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The 'Allen Term' winter break learning experience returning, but the 2014 version will be conducted online
Alfred University (AU) is re-introducing a former feature of the academic calendar for this year's winter break. As of Nov. 4, students have been able to sign up for online classes to be offered during "the Allen Term," a "minimester" to be conducted online Dec. 16, 2013-Jan. 17, 2014.
By participating in the Allen Term, students will have the opportunity to complete a full semester course within a few weeks, make up a course they may have failed or received a low grade in during the fall semester, concentrate on one course without the burden of a heavy course load, lighten their spring semester course load, advance their academic standing, accelerate their degree, and/or be productive during the holiday break. Tuition for a course during the Allen Term is $960.
Named after Dr. Jonathan Allen, Alfred University's second president and a pioneer educator, the Allen Term was first approved by AU faculty in 1969. It originally called for students to complete research projects between the end of the Christmas holiday and the beginning of the second semester. The independent study program carried no academic credit. In 1978, the faculty decided to stop offering the Allen Term, citing that some Allen Term projects may not have been productive.
Now, four current AU faculty members feel reintroducing the Allen Term will benefit today's students in several ways. Julia Overton Healy, Chad Harriss, Joseph Petrillo and Robert Maiden are among the seven AU professors offering Allen Term courses.
"I feel that it's important for AU to begin to take some formal steps into online course delivery," says Harriss, an associate professor of communication studies and department chairman. "The Allen Term offers students an opportunity to continue their progress toward graduation from offsite locations. I view the Allen Term as an opportunity to develop the skill set associated with online instruction."
"I was awarded a grant from the National Science Foundation to study a flipped calculus model, allowing me to create videos of lessons and examples for an online format" says Petrillo, an associate mathematics professor. "Engineering students are required to take Calculus I and some don't succeed the first time around. By offering this course during Allen Term, students have a second chance at succeeding."
"I have some experience teaching online courses so I know what to expect," says Maiden, a psychology professor. "Online courses are a great way to get to know your students through a chat room or discussion board."
"Students must demonstrate discipline, motivation and time management maybe more than they would for a class in a 'regular' semester, simply because of the compressed time frame," says Overton-Healy, director of Leadership Programs and the Women's Leadership Center. "My approach will be the same as it is in a brick-and-mortar setting: clear expectations, open and respectful communication, provide reasonably rapid feedback, be accessible to provide help."
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