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Macrodactyly - a congenital problem in which there is an abnormal growth of a finger or toe.
Macrosomia - a condition in which a baby is considerably larger than normal at birth.
Macula - a small spot inside the eye on the retina that provides the most visual detail.
Macular degeneration - an eye condition in which degeneration in the macular region of the retina results in decreased central vision and, sometimes, blindness.
Macular stains (also called angel's kisses or stork bites) - faint, red marks that appear on the skin at birth. Angel's kisses are marks on the forehead and eyelids. Stork bites are marks on the back of the neck.
Macule - the smaller version of a patch; a flat, discolored spot.
Mad cow disease (Also called bovine spongiform encephalopathy or BSE) - a neurological disease in cattle that is related to a disease in humans called new variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (nvCJD). Both disorders are fatal brain diseases caused by an unconventional transmissible agent.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) - a diagnostic procedure that uses a combination of large magnets, radiofrequencies, and a computer to produce detailed images of organs and structures within the body.
Major depression (also known as clinical depression or unipolar depression) - a type of affective disorder or mood disorder in which a person's ability to function in normal activities is affected by feelings of sadness, despair, loss, anger, and/or frustration over a long period of time.
Malabsorption syndromes - conditions that may result when the small intestine cannot absorb nutrients from foods.
Malaria - a disease caused by a parasite that is transmitted by the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito. These mosquitoes are present in the tropics and subtropics in almost all countries. Malaria is the most deadly of all tropical parasitic diseases.
Malignant - cancerous cells are present.
Malignant melanoma - a rare, but sometimes deadly, skin cancer that begins as a mole that turns cancerous.
Malignant tumor - a mass of cancer cells that may invade surrounding tissues or spread to distant areas of the body.
Malnutrition - condition caused by not eating enough food or not eating a balanced diet.
Malocclusion - an orthodontic problem that means "bad bite," including crowded, missing, or crooked teeth, extra teeth, or a misaligned jaw.
Mammogram - X-ray of the breast tissue.
Mania - a mood disorder which may be characterized by extreme elation, impulsivity, irritability, rapid speech, nervousness, distractibility, and/or poor judgment.
Manic depression (also known as bipolar disorder) - a type of affective disorder or mood disorder that is characterized by periodic episodes of extreme elation, elevated mood, or irritability (also called mania) countered by periodic, classic depressive symptoms.
Manometry - tests that measure pressure using a device called a manometer. Blood pressure is measured with a sphymomanometer; pressure inside the esophagus or anus can also be measured by manometry.
Mantoux test - a skin test used to identify the presence of tuberculosis infection.
Manual therapy - a type of physical therapy that uses only manual (hands on) techniques.
Massage - mechanical form of therapy in which the soft tissues are made more pliable, promoting increased blood flow and healing.
Mast cell - a type of cell that is involved in inflammatory responses and allergic reactions in the body. When mast cells are stimulated by an allergen, they release histamine and other substances.
Mastalgia - pain in the breast that is generally classified as either cyclical (associated with menstrual periods) or non-cyclical.
Mastectomy - surgical removal of all or part of the breast.
Mastitis - an inflammation of the breast tissue.
Mastoid - back portion of the temporal bone behind the ear.
Mastoid surgery - a type of surgical procedure in which part of the mastoid bone is removed because of infection or other reasons.
Maxillofacial - pertaining to the jaws and face.
Meal plan - a guide to help people include the proper amount of calories, carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and fiber in their diet.
Mean blood pressure - average blood pressure, taking account of the rise and fall that occurs with each heartbeat. It is often estimated by multiplying the diastolic pressure by two, adding the systolic pressure, and then dividing this sum by three.
Measles - a very contagious viral illness characterized by a distinct rash and a fever; spread through airborne droplets of nasal secretions.
Meckel's diverticulum - a birth defect in which a small sac that forms in the ileum (lower end of the small intestine) before birth does not resolve by the time the baby is born.
Meconium - a sticky, greenish-black substance that forms in the intestines during fetal development and is the first bowel movement of a newborn.
Medial collateral ligament (MCL) - the ligament that gives stability to the inner knee.
Medial epicondylitis (also known as golfer's elbow, baseball elbow, suitcase elbow, or forehand tennis elbow) - pain caused by inflammation of the tendons connected to the muscles that bend the wrist toward the palm.
Median nerve - large nerve, comprising segments from the cervical spine, that is involved in nerve function of the upper limb; commonly compressed in the carpal tunnel of the wrist.
Medicaid - federally and state-funded health care program for low-income individuals.
Medicare - federally funded health care program for individuals over age 65.
Megacolon - enlarged colon; may be caused by severe constipation. Hirschsprung's disease is a congenital (present at birth) type of megacolon that occurs because of a lack of nerves in parts of the colon.
Megaloblastic (pernicious) anemia - a rare blood disorder in which the body does not absorb enough vitamin B12 from the digestive tract, resulting in an inadequate amount of red blood cells produced.
Meige syndrome - a rare movement disorder that can involve excessive eye blinking (blepharospasm) with involuntary movements of the jaw muscles, lips, and tongue (oromandibular dystonia).
Melanin (also called pigment) - a substance that gives the skin its color.
Melanocytes - cells present in the epidermis that produce melanin (skin pigment).
Melanoma - the most serious, life-threatening form of skin cancer.
Melasma - dark, brown, symmetrical patches of pigment on the face.
Melena - blood in the stool.
Menarche - a young woman's first menstrual period.
Ménétrier disease (also called hypoproteinemic hypertrophic gastropathy) - a condition in which the ridges inside the stomach, called ruguae, become enlarged and cause too much mucus to collect in the stomach. The stomach also absorbs protein from the blood, causing too little protein in the blood. There is also a decrease in acid production in the stomach.
Ménière's disease - an inner ear disorder that can affect both hearing and balance; can cause vertigo, hearing loss, tinnitus, and the sensation of fullness in the ear.
Meningitis - inflammation of the meninges, the membranes that envelop the brain and the spinal cord.
Menisci - two crescent-shaped discs of connective tissue between the bones of the knees that act as shock absorbers to cushion the lower part of the leg from the weight of the rest of the body.
Menopause - end of menstruation; commonly used to refer to the period ending the female reproductive phase of life.
Menorrhagia (also called dysfunctional uterine bleeding) - the most common type of abnormal uterine bleeding characterized by heavy and prolonged menstrual bleeding. In some cases, bleeding may be so severe and relentless that daily activities become interrupted.
Menses - menstrual flow.
Menstruation - a cyclical process of the endometrium shedding its lining, along with discharge from the cervix and vagina, from the vaginal opening. This process results from the mature egg cell (ovum) not being fertilized by a sperm cell as it travels from one of the ovaries down a fallopian tube to the uterus, in the process called ovulation.
Mercury poisoning - an abnormal condition caused by breathing or swallowing a mercury substance.
Metabolism - the chemical activity that occurs in cells, releasing energy from nutrients or using energy to create other substances, such as proteins.
Metaplasia - the phenomenon by which one type of tissue is replaced by another type.
Metastasis - the spread of cancer cells to distant areas of the body by way of the lymph system or blood stream.
Metastasize - when cancer cells spread to other parts of the body.
Methyl-tert-butyl ether (MTBE) - a solution injected into the gallbladder to dissolve gallstones. Use of MTBE for this purpose remains investigational and is not done widely.
Metrorrhagia - any irregular, acyclic, non-menstrual bleeding from the uterus; bleeding between menstrual periods.
Micrographia - a change in handwriting with the script becoming smaller and more cramped.
Microsurgical fertilization - a procedure used to facilitate sperm penetration into the oocyte, and fertilization takes place under the microscope.
Middle ear - part of the ear that includes the eardrum and three tiny bones of the middle ear, ending at the round window that leads to the inner ear.
Milia - tiny, white, hard spots that look like pimples on a newborn's nose. Adults may also have milia on the face.
Minimally invasive surgery - any technique involved in surgery that does not require a large incision.
Miosis - constriction of the pupil.
Misarticulation - inaccurately produced speech sound (phoneme) or sounds.
Miscarriage - spontaneous termination of a pregnancy before the fetus has developed enough to survive outside the uterus.
Mitral valve - the valve that controls blood flow between the left atrium and left ventricle in the heart.
Mitral valve prolapse - a bulge in the valve between the left atrium and left ventricle of the heart that causes backward flow of blood into the atrium.
Mobility - movement.
Modified radical mastectomy - the removal of the entire breast (including the nipple, areola, and overlying skin), some of the lymph nodes under the arm (also called the axillary lymph glands), and the lining over the chest muscles. In some cases, part of the chest wall muscles is also removed.
Mold - a microscopic fungus that grows and lives on plant or animal matter or on non-organic objects. Most molds are made up of filaments and reproduce through the production of spores, which spread by air, water, or insects.
Moles - small skin marks caused by pigment-producing cells in the skin.
Mongolian spots - bluish-black marks on the lower back and buttocks; affects mainly African-American or Asian children. The spots appear at birth or soon after, and generally disappear without treatment within a few years.
Monoclonal antibodies - substances that can locate and bind to cancer cells wherever they are in the body.
Monounsaturated fats - dietary fats, such as olive oil or canola oil, that do not seem to have any affect on blood cholesterol.
Morning-after pills - hormonal medications to prevent pregnancy taken within 72 hours of having unprotected intercourse.
Moro reflex - movement of arms and legs that occurs when a newborn is startled by a loud sound or movement.
Morton's neuroma - a condition in which the nerve tissue between the toes, usually the third and fourth toes, becomes thickened, causing pain in the ball of the foot, as well as tingling, burning, and cramping between the toes.
Motility - movement of food through the digestive tract.
Motion sickness - dizziness, sweating, nausea, vomiting, and generalized discomfort experienced when an individual is in motion.
Motor speech disorders - group of speech disorders caused by the inability to accurately produce speech sounds (phonemes), because of weakness or lack of coordination of involved muscles.
Moulding - elongation of the shape of a baby's head due to delivery through the birth canal.
Moxibustion - the burning of herbal leaves on or near the body.
Mucosal lining - lining of gastrointestinal (GI) tract organs that makes mucus.
Mucosal protective drugs - medications that protect the stomach lining from acid.
Mucus - a thick, jelly-like substance made by the intestines and other organs of the body (such as the nose), that helps coat and protect the lining of the organ. Mucus also helps stool pass through the large intestine and rectum more easily.
Multifidus - deep lumbar spine muscle that stabilizes the lumbar spine.
Multiple chemical sensitivity - a diagnostic label for people who suffer multi-system illnesses as a result of contact with, or proximity to, a variety of airborne agents and other substances.
Multiple sclerosis (MS) - an autoimmune disease that affects the brain and spinal cord by damaging the sheath surrounding nerve cells. MS can be relatively benign, disabling, or devastating, leaving the patient unable to speak, walk, or write.
Multiple semen analysis - a test to evaluate a man's sperm in which at least two semen examples are collected on separate days to examine the semen and sperm for various factors, such as semen volume, consistency, and pH, and the sperm count, motility, and morphology (shape).
Mumps - an acute and highly contagious viral disease that usually occurs in childhood. Spread by airborne droplets from the upper respiratory tract, the disease usually takes two to three weeks to appear.
Murmur - a blowing or rasping sound heard while listening to the heart that may or may not indicate problems within the heart or circulatory system.
Muscular dystrophy (MD) - a broad term that describes a group of genetic (inherited) disorder of the muscles. MD causes the muscles in the body to become very weak. The muscles break down and are replaced with fatty deposits over time. The most common form of MD is called Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).
Musculoskeletal system - the complex system involving the body's muscles and skeleton, and including the joints, ligaments, tendons, and nerves.
Mycoplasma genitalium - very common sexually transmitted disease or urinary tract infection caused by a bacteria-like organism in the urethra and reproductive system.
Mycosis fungoides - cutaneous T-cell lymphoma skin tumors.
Mydriasis - dilation of the pupil.
Myelogenous leukemia - a type of leukemia in which the cancer develops in the granulocytes or monocytes (myeloid cells).
Myelogram - involves the injection of a dye or contrast material into the spinal canal; a specific X-ray study that also allows careful evaluation of the spinal canal and nerve roots.
Myeloproliferative disorders - diseases in which the bone marrow produces too many of one of the three types of blood cells: red blood cells, which carry oxygen to all the tissues in the body; white blood cells, which fight infection; and platelets, which control bleeding.
Myocardial infarction (also called heart attack) - occurs when one of more regions of the heart muscle experience a severe or prolonged decrease in oxygen supply caused by a blocked blood flow to the heart muscle.
Myocardial ischemia - insufficient blood flow to part of the heart.
Myocardium - the muscle wall of the heart.
Myoclonus - jerking, involuntary movements of the arms and legs; may occur normally during sleep.
Myofascial pain - the most common form of temporomandibular disorder; discomfort or pain in the muscles that control jaw function and the neck and shoulder muscles.
Myomectomy - surgical procedure done to remove fibroids from the uterus while leaving the uterus intact.
Myopia - nearsightedness.
Myringotomy - a surgical opening of the eardrum to release pressure on the middle ear.


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With its decidedly non-clinical décor of rich colors, stylish furnishings and muted lighting, this is obviously no ordinary doctor's office. But it's what you don't see that really separates Jeffrey Gladd from most of his peers.
He refuses to accept insurance – an experience-induced decision that seems out of step in this age of Obamacare but one the 38-year-old graduate of the Indiana University School of Medicine insists benefits not only him, but his patients as well.
"I found out after one or two years how burdensome (dealing with insurance is). Even if your claims are denied, 20 percent of them may be denied. I had to hire a team of billing people just to survive. In insurance practices, it's about volume and procedures. I wanted to work for people, not insurance companies," Gladd said – a decision that caused him to reject Medicaid and Medicare as well.
But he does accept $249 for a one-hour appointment or $149 for a nurse practitioner – fees Gladd insists can actually save patients money if they replace expensive comprehensives policies with health savings accounts and less-expensive insurance that protects them from catastrophic illness or injury.
Some patients are at least partially reimbursed through insurance, but those who find Gladd's fee unaffordable may have an option that was not uncommon before insurance regulations took over: He'll consider bartering his services for something of value in return.
Gladd insists he's spending less time in the office but making as much money as he did when he accepted private and government insurance – with less paperwork and aggravation. But he insists the rejection of a financial bureaucracy that is playing an ever-expanding role in health care is based on far more than dollars and sense. His business model also improves the quality of medicine he can provide.
Trained in family medicine, Gladd started his career in Columbia City in 2004 as a conventional M.D. In 2007 he went to work for Parkview Health as a primary care physician, in large part to escape the paperwork that was bogging down his private practice. But Gladd soon discovered there was a trade-off: he was expected to meet productivity levels that were not necessarily linked to medical outcomes.
It was about then that Gladd decided he needed to lose weight – and in the process discovered the kind of medicine he believes is most compatible with his no-insurance approach but with the human body itself.
"Integrative medicine" combines traditional medicine with alternative treatments, especially the promotion of healthy lifestyles and nutrition. "The idea is to promote health, not manage disease," said Gladd, noting that developing individual diet and treatment plans for patients requires far more than the seven minutes an average doctor's appointment takes – brevity he said is at least partially dictated by insurance and productivity requirements.
Gladd, who moved into integrative medicine while still at Parkview, opened his own practice in 2010 and said he is living proof the approach works: He dropped from 220 pounds to 175 and relieved his panic attacks mostly through a healthier diet of whole foods, even though "I had probably 15 minutes of training in nutrition in medical school." In addition to nutrition, integrative medicine also focuses on stress management and digestive health.
Gladd doesn't claim his approach is for everyone. Although he puts information on nutrition and other topics online where people can access it for free, some patients must rely on insurance. And although he will prescribe medication and use other forms of traditional medicine when appropriate, Gladd wants patients to also have a primary care physician.
As the influence of private and governmental regulations on medicine grows, Gladd expects more of his peers to join him in the no-insurance movement. But the real shift, he said, may not occur until the system collapses under its own weight. And when it does happen – and it will – Gladd represents the logical alternative: Market-based medicine. Patients find value in his services, and are willing to pay accordingly.
That's also why Gladd said he won't accept insurance even if the industry became more medicine-friendly. He's not interested in investing time in people who aren't serious about integrative medicine but are willing to make an office visit that will cost them only their $20 co-pay.
Rhonda Arnold, for one, thinks her visits to Gladd's office represented money well spent.
After traditional doctors couldn't successfully treat her daughter's weight loss, Gladd diagnosed a dietary problem and the girl's annual medical claims dropped from 147 to 95 to zero. "I'm a huge fan. Sometimes, insurance gets in the way of
the patient," she said.
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Among other groups, the index is -8 among those with the highest incomes (the best since early March) but -75 among those with the lowest, -31 among those who've attended college vs. -61 among high school dropouts, -39 among homeowners (the best since October) compared with -48 among renters (the best since April 2008) and -39 among whites (the best since October) vs. -57 among blacks.
Partisan differences remain: The index is -32 among Republicans vs. -49 among Democrats and -39 among independents (the best for the latter group since July).
Here's a closer look at the three components of the ABC News CCI:
NATIONAL ECONOMY – Ten percent of Americans rate the economy as excellent or good; it was 9 percent last week. The highest was 80 percent Jan. 16, 2000. The worst was 4 percent Feb. 8.
PERSONAL FINANCES – Fifty-two percent say their own finances are excellent or good; it was 51 percent last week. The best was 70 percent, last reached in January 2000. The worst was 41 percent Jan. 25.
BUYING CLIMATE – Twenty-five percent say it's an excellent or good time to buy things; it was 26 percent last week. The best was 57 percent on Jan. 16, 2000. The worst was 18 percent Oct. 19, Aug. 10 and Aug. 24, 2008.
METHODOLOGY – Interviews for the ABC News Consumer Comfort Index are reported in a four-week rolling average. This week's results are based on telephone interviews among a random national sample of 1,000 adults in the four weeks ending May 10, 2009. The results have a 3-point error margin. Field work by ICR-International Communications Research of Media, Pa.
The index is derived by subtracting the negative response to each index question from the positive response to that question. The three resulting numbers are added and divided by three. The index can range from +100 (everyone positive on all three measures) to -100 (all negative on all three measures). The survey began in December 1985.


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1 cup
3/4 cup
white sugar
1/2 cup
almond paste
1 teaspoon
almond extract
2 cups
all-purpose flour
2 1/2 ounces
sliced almonds
These turned out great and were easy to make. They cut into squares nicely. I also used the almond filling instead of almond paste because it was more affordable. Perhaps the bars are a bit sweeter with the almond pie filling, than with the paste, but they still turned out very good.
Too dry. Think it should call for less flour and less baking time. IF I make this again, I would do about 1/2 cup less flour and 5 min less baking time.
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I made this to use up left over almond paste from another recipe. It was simple and yummy. I lined my pan with parchment paper, 2 inches above the rim to make handles. Then I remove the whole bar when cool and cut on a board. I also drizzled melted chocolate over for the holidays. Seems to freeze well, too.
This recipe was so easy and the end result was a perfectly moist almondy shortbread-like bar. They were perfect with a cup of coffee and they were gone in minutes at the husband's work! *I did use Almond filling in place of almond paste just because it was more affordable*
Love almonds! Overall, a good recipe; next time I would leave out the almond extract, and add 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
I've made this recipe for years and co-workers request it for pot lucks. It's actually in an old Betty Crocker cookbook under "Danish Puff". My recipe calls for pecans instead of almonds, which I love. The recipe also calls for adding the 3 eggs all at once and mixing until the dough is smooth and glossy--like cream puff pastry. I changed the frosting a bit since it's the only sweetness. I use 2 to 2 1/4 cups powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons butter, 2-3 tablespoons of half and half, 1 teaspoon vanilla and 1 teaspoon almond extract. I bake my puff at 350 for 50-55 minutes. The puff should expand and collapse after cooling. If the puff does not puff up a little, it tends to take on a hard texture, which may have happened to a couple of reviewers who did not like the texture. The texture should be soft and slightly custardly in the middle of the puff. It's absolutly devine!
Wow, these were delicious!! Soooo good and soo easy to make. Love it. The only thing, is that a couple members of the family thought that even though they were delish, they were a bit heavy on the butter. Maybe will add a little less butter next time. I didn't notice that though. To me they were just perfect! thanks so much for sharing!
These are very, very good. They kind of remind me of biscotti, but more moist. I recommend using two eggs rather than one- I did it by accident but I think it gave them a lovely richness. They keep well in the fridge and are excellent when paired with coffee. Will make again!
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The Youth Services Department would like to better serve children with special needs, whether physical, developmental, medical, emotional, or learning-based. We hope to begin a regular set of programs for this population, but we need your help. What do you want to see us do? What might work best for your child? Any and all suggestions are welcome!
Please come to the Denville Library on Saturday, November 2nd at 10:00 am for a Special Needs Meet and Greet. Youth Services staff members will be on hand to discuss potential programs and hear your feedback. We will have a basic craft set up for the children, and coffee, dessert, and snacks will be provided. Help us make the library accessible and fun for ALL our children!
Our certified therapy dogs will be at the library at 11:00 am, and you and your child are welcome to stay and meet them, as well. Sometimes children can feel more at ease with an animal. It's totally up to you!
Register below. Questions? Please email our Youth Services Programmer Christine Kabshura at her Jefferson email or call the Library at 973-627-6555. See you soon!
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Rated 1 out of 5�by Andrew Poor quality, poor service - BEWARE! My wife and I bought this and the A35T treadmill hoping to work out together. After 1 week, the technician came, delivered it, and put it together. After he started it up to run, the screen turned on but none of the features worked; the machine was unusable. EPIC/ICON tech support stated that the "programs were probably not downloaded onto the console" so they shipped us a new console, which took a week. When the console arrived, they stated it would be another 4 days until a tech could come install the console so I did it myself. After hooking it up, the exact same problem! I spent 1 hr, 50 minutes on hold waiting to speak to a supervisor, until someone picked up (at 10:30AM) and stated that a supervisor did not come in for another 30 minutes. While on hold, I had disassembled the entire machine myself and put it back in the box. 2 weeks and $1100 later and no working elliptical. My wife and I are returning it to Dick's this afternoon. What a disappointment! Be VERY cautious about this entire brand. Tech support is less than helpful; they are rude and do not seem to have any level of competence. November 8, 2012
Rated 1 out of 5�by Chozancsu Don't do it! My husband and I searched for weeks to find the right elliptical and with the mixed reviews on most of them it's pretty difficult to make a decision. We ended up going with this one because we loved it in the store and if anything happened we would be able to take it back. Set up took a couple of hours, but was not a difficult process. After workout number 2, the noises started. First a clicking, then followed up by a grinding. We took it apart and regressed it. The noises stopped....for 10 minutes. We called out the service technicians 3 times with multiple diagnosis. Each time it takes them about 10-15 days to give you an appointment time that is a 4-6 hour window during the week. After two months and no fix we packed it up and took it back. The key indicator was when the service company arrived the second time and said "Oh no not another EPIC." We are currently looking to replace it with a Sole machine. Do yourself a favor and listen to the reviews! July 14, 2013
Rated 4 out of 5�by New owner Good but have reservations We purchased this a week ago, so this review is preliminary. We paid for the delivery and install which I would recommend. Just watch them to make sure they are doing their job , and remind them to GREASE ALL the joints. We used it for only three days and the unit started knocking in the front and squeaking in the back. same "clicking" noise that all these reviews are giving. We were 10 seconds from calling and having it taken back and get our money back, but my husband decided he would take apart the joints and try greasing them. With a good quality grease. not the cheap stuff that comes with it. Once we got them apart, we saw that there was NO grease. NONE. We greased it up and put it back together and all the noise and knocking and squeaking went away . It is as quiet as a lamb. Now, if you have one and continue to use it with the clicking and noise, try greasing it on all the joints ASAP. If continued use without grease , you will grind down the bearings and the parts and they will have to be replaced. Also, check the bolts. We found many bolts that were loose. This also, over time, will damage your parts if not tightened properly. All in all I am glad I got the install cause they did the bulk of the work, but the quality was terrible. I still worry about what ELSE they did not do. Time will tell. I am glad it was just a greasing problem and not a product defect problem. Not yet anyway. April 23, 2013
Rated 1 out of 5�by indy Not very sturdy I had this product for about 2 weeks and am returning to the store. Initially the elliptical seemed of sound construction. However, after several workouts it began to click around the arm/flywheel area. The track also appeared less sturdy. This eventually culminated in the wheel of the pedal coming off of the track mid-workout. I tried to slow down my pace and use exercise in a slower, more controlled manor, but the wheel came off of the track twice more before I finally became fed up and decided to return it. November 20, 2012
Rated 2 out of 5�by Lee Had to return At first, I loved this machine. It seemed to be sturdy, well built, and it looks great. However, after a few uses, I started hearing a clicking sound that was coming from the pedals. I contacted the company and they sent me some teflon lube to put on the track, which didn't fix the problem. I then arranged for a technician to come look at the machine, and the technician could not figure out why the machine was making this noise. Now, after only having the machine for 6 weeks, I have no choice but to return it. I would not purchase this brand again. I am really disappointed that a brand new machine would develop a problem that an experienced technician could not fix. October 19, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5�by blake poor factory quality control I purchased a display model EPIC A30E from Dicks at a significant price reduction. It may have been a return. The problem it had was what is mentioned in most of the poor reviews. Clunking and grinding noise and in some cases freezing. It took me less that an hour to figure out the problem and fix it myself. The heavy inertia flywheel was coming in contact with the bottom end of the bracket on the right side. I loosened the two nuts holding the flywheel in place. These nuts where very loose. I raised the left side so that the right bottom pulled away from the bracket and re-tightened the nuts at a much greater torque. I was worried about belt alignment among other things but the adjustment was so slight that there seems to be no affect. It now works very well and with no noise. I'm assuming the proper nut tightening for the flywheel was overlooked at the factory. If you chose to purchase the EPIC A30E re-tighten the flywheel nuts before using. Image included is a rough representation of the problem. December 27, 2013
Rated 4 out of 5�by Happy Customer Glad I bought this. It looks and feels like a gym quality elliptical. I had a limited budget and I thought I would have to buy something used. I was pleasantly surprised to find this quality at this price. As soon as I tried it I knew it was the one for me. Pros: I like the frame, it has a sturdy gym quality feel. I like the features, resistance levels, incline levels and fan. I have not used ifit yet but I am glad it's there. I like the footprint. Ellipticals are big but it doesn't take to much room. Cons: My husband likes it to and now I have to compete for my turn in the morning. March 30, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5�by Chelsi Love It!!! I just recently purchased this elliptical and I love it!! I tested out over 10 ellipticals and this by far was one of the better ones! I have a young daughter, so I don't get the chance to go to the gym as much as I would like, but by buying this elliptical it feels like I am at the gym! It is so quiet which is great, because I like to get my workout in early in the morning and do not want to disturb my daughter sleeping. I would recommend this to anyone!! October 1, 2012
Rated 3 out of 5�by Sciencegenie Could be, Should be Better This machine looks great, and has great features! But, we've had to call the manufacturer to have a serviceman come out to repair it twice, and we've only owned it for about 2 months. The first repair was to have all of the factory assembled parts tightened. It was making a loud clunking sound, and didn't feel as stable as it should. The first repair visit took care of this fairly well. The second repair visit hasn't actually taken place yet, but what we have found is that the incline does not adjust automatically with each workout. The incline works only if you manually adjust it using the buttons on the handle. We are hoping the second repair visit will fix this. Now, the machine is also advertised as compatible with iFit. The deal we purchased included a free year of iFit membership. It's a good thing it was free (usually $100/year), because the machine is not fully compatible with the iFit Live feature that allows you to follow your route in Google Street-view. In fact, iFit has failed to update my stats at all. It shows that I have used my machine negative 1 hour and 59 minutes (apparently, as I use the machine, I am traveling back in time). Forgive my sarcasm, but I wish my $1000 purchase worked right the first time. If there are fixes for the troubles that I have described, I will be a happy customer. If not, I will return the elliptical for a different product. May 4, 2013
Rated 3 out of 5�by michelle Would be great if everything worked. This is a nice model but unfortunately mine has several frustrating problems. The incline doesn't work automatically with the workouts. Ifit is a nice feature if It worked consistently. Most of the time my machine is not connected and I need to get yet another token. Only for my workouts not to download, And none of them are logged in ifit. Epic customer service is a joy to deal with. Had to redo all of the same things I've done dozens of times over the past few weeks before she believed it didn't work, Ran nearly a mile while she listened to prove the incline doesn't work. So after an hour on the phone they are sending a new console which will resolve the Incline issue, but probably not the Ifit issues. But she was kind enough to tell me I'm welcome to call back again when the new one doesn't work. I heard a lot of excuses instead of getting the issues resolved. Too much frustration for the price. June 11, 2013


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Giant cell arteritis is an inflammation of the lining of your arteries — the blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood from your heart to the rest of your body. Most often, it affects the arteries in your head, especially those in your temples. For this reason, giant cell arteritis is sometimes called temporal arteritis or cranial arteritis.
Giant cell arteritis frequently causes headaches, jaw pain, and blurred or double vision. Blindness and, less often, stroke are the most serious complications of giant cell arteritis.
Prompt treatment of giant cell arteritis is critical in order to prevent permanent tissue damage and loss of vision. Corticosteroid medications usually relieve symptoms of giant cell arteritis and may prevent loss of vision. You'll likely begin to feel better within days of starting your treatment.
The most common symptoms of giant cell arteritis are head pain and tenderness — often severe — that usually occurs in both temples. Some people, however, have pain in only one temple or in the front of the head.
Signs and symptoms of giant cell arteritis can vary. For some people, the onset of the condition feels like the flu — with muscle stiffness and aches (myalgia) around the shoulders and hips, fever and fatigue, as well as headaches.
Generally, signs and symptoms of giant cell arteritis include:
Pain and stiffness in the neck, shoulders or hips are common symptoms of a related disorder, polymyalgia rheumatica. Approximately half the people with giant cell arteritis also have polymyalgia rheumatica.
If you develop a new, persistent headache or any of the problems listed above, see your doctor without delay. If you're diagnosed with giant cell arteritis, starting treatment as soon as possible can usually help prevent blindness.
Your arteries are pliable tubes with thick, elastic walls. Oxygenated blood leaves your heart through your body's main artery, the aorta. The aorta then subdivides into smaller arteries that deliver blood to all parts of your body, including your brain and internal organs.
With giant cell arteritis, some of these arteries become inflamed, causing them to swell and sometimes decreasing blood flow. Just what causes these arteries to become inflamed isn't known.
Although almost any large or medium-sized artery can be affected, swelling most often occurs in the temporal arteries in your head, which are located just in front of your ears and continue up into your scalp. In some cases, the swelling affects just part of an artery with sections of normal vessel in between.
Although the exact cause of giant cell arteritis isn't known, several factors can increase your risk, including:
Giant cell arteritis can cause the following complications:
If you have signs and symptoms of giant cell arteritis, you're likely to start by seeing your primary care doctor. In some cases, your doctor may also refer you to an eye specialist (ophthalmologist) if you're having visual symptoms, a brain and nervous system specialist (neurologist) if you're having headaches, or a joint specialist (rheumatologist) if you're having symptoms of polymyalgia rheumatica.
Because appointments can be brief and there may be many things to discuss, it's a good idea to be prepared. Here's some information to help you get ready and what to expect from your doctor.
Preparing a list of questions can help you make the most of your time with your doctor and may ensure that you cover all the points that are important to you. For giant cell arteritis, some basic questions to ask your doctor include:
In addition to the questions that you've prepared to ask your doctor, don't hesitate to ask any additional questions that come up during your appointment.
Your doctor is likely to ask you a number of questions. Being ready to answer them may reserve time to go over points you want to spend more time on. Your doctor may ask:
Ask your doctor if taking a pain reliever such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) or naproxen (Aleve) might help ease head pain or tenderness.
Giant cell arteritis can be difficult to diagnose because its early symptoms resemble those of many common conditions. For this reason, your doctor will try to rule out other possible causes of your problem.
To help diagnose giant cell arteritis, you may have some or all of the following tests:
Blood tests. If your doctor suspects giant cell arteritis, you're likely to have a blood test that checks your erythrocyte sedimentation rate — commonly referred to as the sed rate. This test measures how quickly red blood cells fall to the bottom of a tube of blood. Red cells that drop rapidly may indicate inflammation in your body.
You may also have a test that measures C-reactive protein (CRP), a substance your liver produces when inflammation is present. The same tests may be used to follow your progress during treatment.
Biopsy. The best way to confirm a diagnosis of giant cell arteritis is by taking a small sample (biopsy) of the temporal artery. Because the inflammation may not occur in all parts of the artery, more than one sample may be needed. The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis during local anesthesia, usually with little discomfort or scarring. The sample is examined under a microscope in a laboratory.
If you have giant cell arteritis, the artery will often show inflammation that includes abnormally large cells, called giant cells, which give the disease its name. Unfortunately, a biopsy isn't foolproof. It's possible to have giant cell arteritis and still have a negative biopsy result. If the results aren't clear, your doctor may advise another temporal artery biopsy on the other side of your head.
Although a temporal artery biopsy is the standard test for diagnosing giant cell arteritis, imaging tests may also be used for diagnosing giant cell arteritis and for monitoring treatment. Possible tests include:
Treatment for giant cell arteritis consists of high doses of a corticosteroid drug such as prednisone. Because immediate treatment is necessary to prevent vision loss, your doctor is likely to start medication even before confirming the diagnosis with a biopsy.
You should start feeling better within just a few days, but you may need to continue taking medication for one to two years or longer. After the first month, your doctor may gradually begin to lower the dosage until you reach the lowest dose of corticosteroids needed to control inflammation as measured by sed rate and CRP tests. Some of your symptoms may return during this tapering period.
Corticosteroids are powerful anti-inflammatory drugs whose effects mimic those of hormones produced by your adrenal glands. The drugs can effectively relieve pain, but prolonged use — especially at high doses — can lead to a number of serious side effects.
Older adults, who are most likely to be treated for giant cell arteritis, are particularly at risk of side effects because they're more prone to certain conditions that also may be caused by corticosteroids. These include:
Other possible side effects of corticosteroid therapy include:
To counter the potential side effects of corticosteroid treatment, your doctor is likely to monitor your bone density and may prescribe calcium and vitamin D supplements or other medications to help prevent bone loss. Your doctor is also likely to monitor your blood pressure and may recommend an exercise program, diet changes and medication to keep blood pressure within a normal range. Most side effects go away when the corticosteroid treatment is stopped.
Ask your doctor about taking between 81 and 100 milligrams of aspirin daily (anti-platelet therapy). Taken on a daily basis, aspirin may reduce the risk of blindness and stroke.
When giant cell arteritis is diagnosed and treated early, the prognosis is usually excellent. Your symptoms should improve quickly after beginning corticosteroid treatment, and your vision isn't likely to be affected. Your greatest challenge in this case may be coping with any side effects of your medication. The following suggestions may help:
Learning everything you can about giant cell arteritis and its treatment can help you feel more in control of your condition. Your health care team can answer your questions, and online support groups may also be of help. Know the possible side effects of any medication you take, and report any changes in your health to your doctor.
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Everyone has been saying not much has changed in Formula 1® for the start of 2013 – and Sebastian Vettel underlined that fact by taking top spot in the first free practice session of the season at a sunny Albert Park.
The man who has been the sport's #1 for the last three seasons went to the top two-thirds of the way through the 90-minute session with a lap in 1 minute 27.211 seconds for Red Bull Renault.
That's over three-tenths of a second quicker than the best time in the corresponding session last year, set by eventual race-winner Jenson Button in the McLaren Mercedes.
Second-fastest was a man who needs a flying start to his own 2013 season. That's Ferrari's Felipe Massa, who had a moment late in the session as he ran wide on the left through Turns 5 and 6 but had already clocked 1:27.289, just 0.076 off Vettel's pace.
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Gen. Janet Wolfenbarger, commander of Air Force Materiel Command, announced Oct. 22, 2013,†the full operational capability of the command's 5-center construct, a major milestone in AFMC history.
"The 80,000-plus men and women of AFMC have repeatedly raised their own bar for success. This world-class workforce continues to display the dedication and innovation that are hallmarks of Air Force professionals," Wolfenbarger said. "As a result, we leveraged an historic opportunity to more efficiently and effectively equip the Air Force for world-dominant airpower. I am incredibly proud to stand with them today as I declare full operational capability."
Birthed from former Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates' 2010 "efficiency" directive in anticipation of substantially reduced resources, this is the largest reorganization within AFMC since its establishment 21 years ago.
Wolfenbarger pointed out that AFMC's reorganization maximizes mission-effective and cost-effective operations to provide global vigilance, global reach, and global power for America through:
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- Implementation of a standard Should Cost process that captured the life cycle of weapon systems for Acquisition Category 1 programs – more than $2 billion savings projected to date, with potential to save more than $5 billion when employed across all ACAT programs, sustainment programs, and services; and,
- Creation of the Weapons System Enterprise Review to provide senior leaders comprehensive, integrated, and timely data focused on fielded weapon system support, modernization, and future risk areas.
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Spilling your guts. To avoid blurting out embarrassing confessions (or puffed-up pronouncements) on a first date, install a time delay in your head similar to the ones that block expletives from airing on live TV. If your date asks a tough question or makes a bold, challenging statement, activate your time delay. You want to appear ready for prime time, so it makes sense to pause and consider any response before you broadcast it.
Acting desperate. Looking for a phrase guaranteed to make a first date your last? Try "I know this sounds crazy, but I think I'm in love with you." Yes, it does sound crazy — because it is! It's cool to feel excited about being with someone new, but suggesting a profound emotional bond right away will be a warning sign to any rational person.
Suggesting risky business. "How about we go back to my place and get it on?" Saying this to someone you've known for all of an hour is more than just a daft notion; it's also a potentially dangerous one (see Diseases, sexually transmitted). And if a first date agrees to the proposition, you're likely headed for a world of trouble: The 1960s have come and gone, and casual sex is no longer a smart way to start a relationship.
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|Here is Something Different To Do: Green Mountain Alpaca Show
Travel to Vermont and you will see the dairy farms that are a large part of the state's image. But from time to time you'll see other animals too, some of them exotic breeds you would not expect.
There are a goodly number of sheep and goat farms now (mainly to support all the small cheese producers here), exotic bovines such as Scottish Highlander Cows that look like Musk-Ox cousins (there are usually some out at Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe), buffalo and elk (they're being raised for restaurant consumption), miniature horses and donkeys, and I even know of a camel (it's on Route 2 a little south of Richmond VT, on the west side of the road).
I know of several places with Llamas and Alpacas but I did not know there were so many of them until I read the list of Alpaca farms in VT on the Sponsors page on the Northeast Alpaca Association's Fall Spectacular website.
The public is invited to the show being held at the Champlain Valley Expo this weekend, November 2, 3 and 4, 2007. About 100 Alpaca farms from all over the northeast will be displaying some 500 alpacas.
These are fascinating animals and you can learn more about them at Benefits of Alpacas page on the Log Cabin Farm website.
Alpacas originated in the Andes mountains of South America so it is a breed of animal very much at home in the mountains of the northeast but they adapt well to other environments as well. They are small, easily handled animals known for being intelligent, calm, and clean. They don't need a lot of land, they are disease resistant, and they produce a fiber as soft as cashmere that's also lighter, stronger and warmer than wool. The hair is just cut off them like shearing sheep wool, so the animals are not butchered.
You can even purchase an Alpaca there. "Coco," pictured above, can be yours for just $20,000 for example. Everybody in your neighborhood has a dog or a cat but you can set a new standard with an alpaca in the backyard! Besides Coco (who is owned by Alpacas of Easton ), there others for sale on Alpacas For Sale page on the Association's show website.
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I purchased this s a gift for my god daughters first Christmas. Her mother absolutely loved it, and loved that its had her name on it!! She's going to use it for their parties, for pictures, and on Christmas!! I would recommend this item!!
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I had bought this product 2years ago for my grand daughter the quality and the lettering was great. Bought this product for my grandson and the the quality was much cheaper and you could barely read Liam's name.
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We gave this gift to a great-grandchild last year for Christmas. The family was delighted and enjoyed taking pictures of him wearing the hat and bib. So, we sent the hat and bib to another great grandchild this year for Christmas. A great gift!
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Do you think that examinations are an adequate way to determine the ability of students?
I believe that testing students ability solely through examinations is not a fair way to represent each students true capabilities. Each person learns differently and equally each person demonstrates their knowledge differently, some people excel in presenting their knowledge orally, others do extremely well in exam conditions. In my opinion too much rests upon whether a student does, or does not, do well in their exams and it is not fair on those who would do equally as well but in a more practical 'as it applies in real life' approach. Do you agree? And How could we make 'testing' students fairer?
I do realise that in many subjects courseworks are required and contribute to the final grade however, I find that exams do make up the largest percentage of the overall grade/achievement. How could we tailor assessments to emphasise the abilities of each individual student and not just the few who do well in exam setting?
edward long
May 3 2012: Does test performance reveal a person's ability? Do tests predict accurately a person's aptitude for success in life?
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NO! NO! And again I say NO! The best test of a person's ability is their obituary. Here's a trio who tested badly: Pablo Picasso; Albert Einstein; Richard Branson. Check out their established abilities. Here's a fun anecdote from an unknown source:
It seems that a University president was talking to the entire faculty at the university. He said for them to be kind to the "A" students as they would make fine college professors someday. Then he said "be kind to the "B" students for they will be the future doctor's and lawyers." Finally, he said "be kind to the "C" students for one day they will donate a new building for the university."
May 3 2012: edward really liked your anectode and it conveys the present situation that prevails within the society.
family members think+believe 'the student who does very well in his academics is the future successor in his choosen field rather the student who fails his parents expectations.
but the reality is different from what we perceive.May 3 2012: edward really liked your anectode and it conveys the present situation that prevails within the society.
family members think+believe 'the student who does very well in his academics is the future successor in his choosen field rather the student who fails his parents expectations.
but the reality is different from what we perceive.
Sandra Awood
May 22 2012: Exams show mastery of material, skills. They reflect ability only to the extent it takes ability to master the material.
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Capability is quite different from mastery. So - diplomas & degrees should require exams. Yes? Am I off base?
teli vaqif
May 17 2012: I think that examination is the most important thing for the student. Because, after the examination you can learn your knowledge level, in this case the examinations are an adequate way to determine the ability of the student. But I think so in some cases it is not true. Because there is some subject's exam may not appoint student's ability or knowledge level. You can know very well , for example about any subject, but such questions are given you, you can't express it. And it depends on chance. There is such subject, I think that we must them for ourselves, for our development.I think that If you are nervous during the examination, it is may be student's responsibility.But depend on person's character.So, in some cases I am not agree that the examinations are an adequate way to determine the ability of the students.May 31 2012: Society needs an objective measure to allow persons to exercise their skills. and exams provide that. Who ever claimed that they are adequate? The person then goes on to prove his skill for the rest of his or her life and the proof of competance is in the surgical record or in the bridge that collapses. The public bears the consequrces and i think sociiety at large deserves at least that initial certification.May 23 2012: The best thing most exams test...is the ability to take a test....
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May 18 2012: I agree with exams 50 / 50.
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When students think that exams will be at the end of term,they try to do their best.Of course,there are exceptions ;)
And who prepares his/her lessons very well.He/she can afford all materials during the exam.As we know when students pass the exams there will be marvy smile on their face.It is also one of the advantages of exams.Thus,it gives a chance to be happy for students.But sometimes exams are not considered adequate way to appreciate knowledge.It kills the ability of speaking.I`m talking about exam which is taken a test.
Finally,i want to stress to pass the exam of life much more important in life.May 17 2012: I think examinations are an adequate way to determine the ability of student.How can student's knowledge be known without exams?I don't think exams consist of only learning something by heart and tell them.Exams can be in writting,oral form.You can also pass an exam with power of speaking.Exams shows person's knowledge,capacity,character,psychological moment...During exam someone can be nervous and can stutter,forget everything, be confused.But someone can be very relax and show themselves very well.
Yes,exams are good way.But there are exception(s) as well as there is(are) in everything.It depends on people,condition,quality or form of exam.
I also want to say that our all life is exam.We should be ready and try to pass all exams.
Mad girl
May 17 2012: I do not think that the examinations always are the adequate way to determine the ability of a student, but it may be sometimes. I think that it depends on students, because students learn a lot of things and prepare for examinations. If they worry during examinations, they can not get result as they deserve,but they are not illiterate. But some students don`t worry about anything and they can pass successfully.May 17 2012: I think that examination is the most important thing for the student. Because, after the examination tou can learn your knowledge level, in this case the examinations are adequate way to determine the ability of the student. But I think so in some cases it is not true. Because there is some subject's exam may not appoint student's ability or knowledge level. You can know very well , for example about any subject, but such questions are given you, you can;t express it. And it depends on chance.I think that If you are nervous during the examination, it is may be student's responsibility.So, in some cases I am not agree that the examinations are adequate way to determine the ability of the students.May 17 2012: I think for some students examinations are an adequate way to determine their ability, but for some students not. If a person becomes nervous during examinations for that persons it is difficult to remember everything. Because those people may forget many things they have learned and also they may confuse them. But it is individual. Maybe other students feel relaxed during examination. I think it is totally up to persons character.May 17 2012: I think that examinations are the adequate way for testing student`s knowledge. It is said in the previous text that students are different and they can demonstrate themselves with different ways.But I think every student should improve either writing or speaking skills in herself or himself.May 17 2012: I think examination are an adequate way to determine the ability of student.yes we learn a lot of things for a long time but we are examed for a little time.but if you have enough knowledge you must not worry about anything..because you know it...you can pass it...that;s all examination are not an adequate way to determine the ability of knowledge who has know enough knowledge for passing the exam....May 17 2012: For many people examinations are not the most adequate way to determine the ability.But it is one of the ways. It depends on person. If you are so nervous in the examinations, it is only your weakness. I dont think that because of this weakness you can say that examinations dont determine the ability of students. If you are so nervous it means you dont have enough information about your subject. For me good way for determining the ability of students.May 17 2012: I think examinations are an adequate way to determine ability of students. Because, if students have learned the subjects and worked hard, they want to determine how many percentages of them, they could understand. It doesn't matter this examination is orally or written. If students could have understood all the materials very well, examinations are really enjoyable things for them. I think examinations make you fell self-confident, if you have good knowledge. Just for me it is very good way!May 17 2012: NERGIZ NECEFLI:From my point of view, students need to be examined. Exams check up students knowledge level. Because of exams they can know what they have learnt during the lesson, classes. To tell the truth, exams can't be enough to determine student's level. Life is full of "buts" and exceptions. People are individual. Some of them can express their ideas orally, some of them can think in a logic way, another part of people can guess in technician style. May be this is reality that none wants to accept, it may be ridiculous but just for me, exam is chance. You can face with too easy questions without preparing too much in another case, you can face with the too difficult situation if you have preparing too hard. During the exams you can fell too bad, you can be ill etc. This is the chance. Life is exam. Life is chance to escape!May 16 2012: To me examinations areone of the many ways of testing knowledge. I would however be asking the question slightly differently - Are results from examinations interpreted correctly and used appropriately?May 15 2012: I do not think that the examinations are the adequate way to determine the ability of a student either. I agree with Sehrin Zeynlova. In some cases, excitement destroys everything. You can know many things. But if you are excited you will confuse them. It is connected with that person's character.But it does not mean that the student is not clever enough to pass the exam. In the other hand, tests make us memorize many things and it is not so good. In general, tests have bad and good sides.May 15 2012: I do not think that the examinations are the adequate way to determine the ability of a student. because I have a friend who failed entrance exams. But she was one of the most talented students of the school. It doesn't mean that she didn't know the subject or she is lazy. she was very anxious about the exam and she didn't sleep all the night because she was learning and repeating the exam materials. But the result was the failure.
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The ideal design and environment for school and college (and home) for the student is all about learning things about the real world. Vital to learning is academic achievement. The most fair and honest way to determine your personal achievement is via classroom professional exams competing with your peers. Those in your class who score higher on the exam likely wanted to learn the material and studied harder for the test than those who did not.
Is one's physical and mental abilities augmented by excelling on academic exams? What do you think?
Suppose you were required to go down the runway and take off in a small airplane with only phone contact with your instructor and circle around and land it all by yourself and you have never flown an airplane before! You would have one week to prepare. The only aid prior to entering the cockpit would be a professional pilot's instructions and a training manual. Here's what I would expect from you. Given a test on the contents of the manual prior to the flight you would get an A+. You would listen to your instructor carefully. Your test flight would be scary, but you would be successful.
Most challenges in life are not so dramatic, but do not underestimate the value of book smarts and personal help in becoming all you can be. The right attitude and good work habits will serve you well.
Incidentally, I like your field of study.May 4 2012: In the U.S. it may not be the same. We use standardized tests and grades. Lots of things can go in the later.May 3 2012: i think examination are meant to test what one has learned and what one has acquired through the learning procedure.
its just meant to test the knowledge not the intelluctual level.May 3 2012: It is one of many ways to measure
May 3 2012: Yes it is only one of many ways but examinations do make up the most of the overall grade. I'm saying that too much relays upon the scores you get in your exams, such as whether a university will even look at your application, or whether or not you will be considered by an employer. There is not enough focus on other important factors like practical skills, how well you can present your ideas, applying your knowledge to a real life situation. It's all well and good answering a question about it on a paper but how would you fare with the problem in front of you?May 2 2012: Are you asking about testing as a measure of ability or of mastery of specific content? I don't think anyone believes that a single measure provides more than a fuzzy picture of what a person knows, understands, or can use. In settings involving assessment, I think most people would endorse a variety of measures but would not want to cut too drastically into learning time by swelling the amount of time invested in the assessment of growth. Assessment is supposed to serve learning rather than the reverse.
May 9 2012: This is a really timely thread, as is the presentation it is attached to. I'm a teacher who is currently struggling to assess students who I know have more content in their head and understanding of that content than the test is showing me. I know becuase they answer questions in class, are doing the questions from the text with ease and so on. The issue is that the 'system' as Ken Robinson also describes, requires the examination/testing process to provide the evidence of understanding. As technology changes I think options for testing improve, including filming students being successful versus sitting them in front of a peice of paper. However, it's about changing expectations of the people in charge before that can happen. And that, I think, is a whole new can of worms!
Timo X
May 17 2012: As Fritzie Reisner points out, examination is a form of measurement and all measurement is prone to measurement error. It is, however, possible to create measurement tools that are supposed to measure what they measure and provide a reliable and reasonable estimate of the thing that is to be measured, i.e. a valid and reliable measure. This is exactly the aim of standardized tests and some of them succeed very well in achieving this.
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If you'd ask me what is wrong, I'd say it's not the testing, but what the tests are being used for. Grades are used as future performance indicators by education institutions and employers alike. A relevant test may provide some information of future performance, but most don't. Take, for example, the inaptly named General Management Aptitude Test (GMAT). The test is not designed to test an individual's management capabilities or talents (a feat that no test I know can accomplish), it tests knowledge of the English language, knowledge about trigonometry and number properties and the ability to evaluate arguments. So basically, it is a test of mathematical and verbal knowledge, not a test of management skill. Does anyone really think that someone who has a perfect score on this test will be the next Steve Jobs? I don't think so. Knowledge, skills, motivation, luck and a whole host of other factors affect both grades and job performance, but not both in equal manner.


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