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1 A. Mishra, D. Mishra ISSN UDC/UDK : E-LEARNING EXPERIENCE AT VARIOUS UNIVERSITIES: ACADEMICS PERSPECTIVE Alok Mishra, Deepti Mishra E-learning has become an increasingly popular mode of instruction in higher education all over the world. In spite of proliferation of e-learning, few studies/cases have attempted to investigate the differences in e-learning processes from faculty perspective. This paper presents observations on e-learning experiences at three premier universities which provide online courses for students and professionals. Based on some important characteristics supported by literature review, a comparative view is presented and discussed. Furthermore, suggestions based on the outcome of our study are made for further reference. The objective of this paper is to discuss significant e-learning experiences as current practices at different universities from the perspective of the faculty. Keywords: e-learning, experience, faculty, learning universities, online course Subject review Pregledni članak E-učenje postaje sve popularniji način podučavanja u visokom obrazovanju širom svijeta. Unatoč širenju e-učenja postoji samo nekoliko studija u kojima se pokušavaju proučavati razlike u metodama e-učenja sa stajališta nastavnika. U ovom se radu daju zapažanja o e-učenju stečena na tri glavna sveučilišta koja organiziraju online tečajeve za studente i profesionalce. Na osnovu nekih važnih značajki spomenutih i u priloženom pregledu literature, izlažu se i diskutiraju komparativni stavovi. Nadalje, daju se prijedlozi za daljnju uporabu, bazirani na rezultatima našega istraživanja. Cilj ovog rada je razmotriti stečeno iskustvo e- učenja kakvo se provodi na različitim sveuč ilištima, sa stajališta nastavnika. Ključne riječi: e-učenje, iskustvo, nastavno osoblje, online tečaj, sveučilište 1 Introduction Uvod Online teaching is becoming a common practice these days in providing higher education. Distance online education is defined as a general term used to cover the broad range of teaching and learning events in which the student is separated (at a distance) from the instructor, or other fellow learners [1]. Introduction of e-learning has become the technology imperative, since it improves both teaching and learning and develops habits and routines referring to lifelong learning [2]. With the advent of e- learning technologies in the past decade, the accessibility of training, teaching, and learning has drastically increased. E- learning has grown into a revolutionary way of learning due to the rapid development of information and communication technologies [3] and has received considerable attention as a means of providing alternatives to traditional face-to-face, instructor-led education [4]. At Interactive Data Corporation (IDC), the IT intelligence analysts set the total global e-learning market at $8 billion and predict that it will grow up to $13 billion in the next five years [5]. This mode of learning provides flexibility to teachers as well as to students in terms of place and time. The evolving needs of students have been changed considerably due to the impact of several factors including graduate students' increased geographic mobility, increased numbers of women returning to the work force with related needs for updated competencies and knowledge, longer and more flexible hours required by employers, older, employed students who desire knowledge and skill augmentation, and increased commute times due to impacted traffic conditions adjacent to universities, especially those located in major cities [6]. The swift developments in technologies and business environment are also demanding comprehensive skills upgradation. The flexibility of time and place in e- learning provides students with an opportunity to improve their academic qualifications and professional skills without disrupting their work and family responsibilities. Online learning may not be suitable for every type of course. Online learning is excellent for most academic courses and training programs requiring cognitive learning - where students use memorization, learn concepts, use analytical skills, evaluate data and use this knowledge to arrive at solutions, for example augmenting one's knowledge of accounting, economics, political science, psychology [7]. Taylor [7] further observed that programs that seek to change student attitudes, such as dealing with cultural differences or behavioral training (for instance: welding, auto mechanics, flying etc.) do not work online. Although some researchers have found that the effectiveness of online learning equals or exceeds that of classroom learning [8], the quality of online programs is still being debated [9]. In their study, Ponzurick et al. [10] noted that students, interestingly, appear to favor distance courses more for convenience than for quality. Despite the increase in the number of institutions offering on-line degree programs, little is known about the teaching practices that contribute to effective on-line course design and delivery [11]. Research pertaining to effective teaching practices for Internet-based courses is just beginning to emerge as its own unique field of study [12]. With the continuous growth of the e-learning, however, there is a lack of discussions in terms of the experience and perspective of the faculty. The objective of this paper is to: report on the experience gained through teaching online courses to diverse students at different universities. identify the attributes to compare different online courses and to understand their contribution towards the success of an online course. gauge the perception and views of the faculty from a comparative perspective. appraise the differences to understand the factors that encourage the success of e-learning. Technical Gazette 18, 1(2011),
2 E-learning experience at various universities:academics perspective A. Mishra, D. Mishra The remainder of this paper is organized as follows: The following section presents a literature review related to e-learning attributes considered for comparison. The comparative view is then presented in a tabular form followed by discussions. The paper concludes with lessons learned and directions for further research. 2 Literature review Pregled literature This section reviews related literature on e-learning attributes considered significant to compare the faculty's perspective in three different universities. 2.1 Effect of student background and experience on e- learning Utjecaj prethodnog školovanja i stečenog iskustva studenta na e-učenje Some educational experts observed that online courses were more interactive in nature than the traditional ones [8]. Wan et al. [13] found that prior experience with ICT and virtual competence were two influential factors that affected e-learning and had a positive influence on its outcomes. On the other hand, a lack of ICT experience and skills may inhibit e-learning; without some ICT experience, learners may suffer from anxiety and be unable to function properly [14]. Usually, individuals with more ICT experience tend to perform better [13]. Further, online education made it easier for slow learners, who may need more response time to participate [15]. 2.2 Cultural differences in online education Kulturne razlike u online obrazovanju Due to the globalization of online education, higher education institutions and corporate organizations are increasingly offering online programs, classes, and trainings that involve students and learners from multiple countries and cultures. Cultural difference also has an important effect on e-learning. According to Milani [16], regarding the issue of cultural impact on e-learning, the most evident feature is the almost exclusive focus on the cultural differences emerging from western and nonwestern learning contexts, non-western being, in most cases, Asian and to a lesser extent Arabian students. On the other hand, Moore et al. [17] have reported that the major part of the current reflections on this issue seem to concentrate only on the students' behavior. Thus, being aware of cultural differences and knowing how to deal with such differences in online learning environments are critical for the success of such online learning programs. In multicultural and multilingual societies, the implicit pedagogical assumptions of e-learning environments need to be made explicit [18]. 2.3 Learners' motivation in e-learning Motivacija učenika kod e-učenja Technology offers many innovative features that can be used to make instruction more appealing to learners. The primary conclusion to be drawn from the research up to now is that it is possible to implement systematic approaches to identify the motivational requirements of learners in e- learning settings and to design motivational enhancements that will predictably improve learner motivation and performance [19]. As technology develops, it will become cheaper and will meet the needs of all types of learners. Faculty can play a vital role towards motivating the learners. 2.4 Delivery methods in e-learning Nastavne metode u e-učenju Tang and Byrne [20] have reported that some researchers who compared all three (Face-to-Face, blended, e-learning) delivery modalities found that all students acquire course content equally regardless of the mode of delivery. Liao and Lu [21] observed in their research that a relationship existed between user perceptions of the characteristics of the e-learning website and motivation behind the use of the technology. They further observed, specifically, users' perceptions of the relative advantage and compatibility of the e-learning website, with their adoption intentions. Chute et al. [22] suggested three major elements to be considered while developing a distance learning system. These facts include: (1) equipment (faculty and student), (2) communication services, (3) facilities. Flexibility [23] is the fourth construct which focuses on when and from where courses/programs can be accessed [24]. 2.5 Need of faculty support Potreba davanja podrške nastavnom osoblju Faculty support is among the significant issues in the e- learning environment. Therefore, a well-designed faculty support system creates a constructive learning environment in which everyone ends up learning from each other [25]. King [26] recommended urgent need of the faculty for the professional development, because it is difficult for them to keep up with changing technology and it may sometimes be intimidating or frustrating. Therefore, continuous training is essential in keeping them tuned to the new system. There was a general recognition of the need for staff training, but being aware of time as a commodity in limited supply, the staff was reluctant to commit themselves [27]. Webb et al. [27] further argued that different skills were required for online communication compared to face-to-face interaction and that it was not just about using software. 2.6 E-learning success and faculty participation Uspješno e-učenje i sudjelovanje nastavnog osoblja In the implementation process of an e-learning system, teaching staff should be well-prepared and highly competent as they play a central role in the effectiveness of online delivery, and it is not the technology but the instructional implementation of technology that determines the effects on learning [28]. Webster and Hackley [29] suggested the three faculty characteristics influencing the learning outcome such as attitude towards technology, teaching style and control of the technology. Bailey and Card [30] conducted interviews with experienced, award 134 Tehnič ki vjesnik 18, 1(2011),
3 A. Mishra, D. Mishra winning e-learning instructors and found eight effective pedagogical practices for effective online teaching: fostering relationships, engagement, timeliness, communication, organization, technology, flexibility and high expectations. Golden et al. [31] found that faculty's use of e-learning is associated more with their own attitudes and confidence than with their personal background or the context of their institution. 2.7 Flexibility of location and time Fleksibilnost u odnosu na mjesto i vrijeme Collis and Moonen [32] provide an in-depth analysis of flexibility by describing several dimensions of this construct. They present five major dimensions of flexibility that include: (1) flexibility with regard to time; (2) flexibility relative to course/program content; (3) flexibility regarding course/program entry requirements; (4) flexibility associated with instructional approach (pedagogy/andragogy); and (5) flexibility concerning delivery and logistics. Lack of convenience from a student's perspective often correlates quite well with problems associated with access and flexibility. Mason [33] has proclaimed that "time is the new distance"; lack of time, rather than long distance, has become one of the primary reasons behind students withdrawal from courses. The top most faculty motivator for teaching online is the flexible schedules due to the fact the teaching can be done any time and at any place where an Internet connection can be obtained [34]. 2.8 Importance of discussion forum Važnost održavanja diskusija Discussion questions focused on comprehension, evaluation, and opinion are more likely to stimulate thoughtful discussions among students and promote deeper level of understanding [12]. Webb et al. [27] reported that faculty's being an effective motivator is important and just making a discussion forum available is not enough. 2.9 E-learning resources and text book Udžbenici i literatura za e-učenje The effective organization of learning content originates from the effective description and combination of learning resources [35]. E-learning resources should be enriched. Support of e-textbooks is also an important option other than customized content and instructor's notes on CDs. The quality of text books including e-books, other e- learning resources and assessment methods also contribute towards the success of e-learning Challenges and de-motivators Izazovi i demotivatori While addressing various issues faced by the student community in virtual learning, Larsen et al. [36] observed that online students may not be able to determine their academic needs, concerns, and other pedagogical attributes of education. The main de-motivator for faculty teaching online is that they perceive that online teaching requires more time and energy than face-to-face teaching yet the compensation is inadequate [34]. For online classes, the number of days with some activity is higher than for traditional teaching; the total number of activities is also higher than for traditional sections but the average length of each activity is shorter [37]. In terms of actual effort, a large number of shorter duration activities may increase the effort to teach by increasing cognitive overhead [37]. In a study exploring the burnout among online instructors, participants reported a high degree of depersonalization and low sense of personal accomplishment when teaching online courses [38]. 3 Case study and discussions Analiza slučaja i diskusija Lead author of this paper taught in the following three prestigious e-universities as an adjunct faculty member and also received an excellence in on-line education award based on students' evaluation of faculty on various attributes. International of USA is based in California and is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Another one is a consortium conducting courses for an old reputed U.K.. Premier Online is situated in Singapore and is supported by a number of research intensive and prestigious universities all over the world. These three universities are imparting online education mainly in business, computing and allied areas. We have found many significant common factors which provide the basis of comparison of online teaching perceptions from a faculty's perspective and well supported by researchers. Comparison of these universities has been provided in Tab. 1. Generally, the case study method is a preferred strategy when "how" and "why" questions are being posed, and the researcher has little control over events [39]. The case study method, a qualitative and descriptive research method, looks intensely at an individual or small participants, drawing conclusions only about the participants or group and only in the specific context [39]. Students' background is significant in e-learning as this mode is more suitable for experienced people rather than conventional students. It is particularly useful for students whose first language is not English, because they have more time to organize their thoughts and present them in a coherent manner [40]. E-learners are faced with many academic challenges, including need of being highly selfmotivated and self-disciplined. E-learners must also demonstrate an ability to be comfortable with participation, open-mindedness, and communication. Netiquette, or universally known as internet etiquette, is an often overlooked, though extremely important aspect in becoming a successful e-learner [41]. To increase dialogue, one has to assure that class sizes are reasonable, this means approximately 25 or fewer would be an ideal class size. There is a need to implement a pedagogy that provides a high degree of integration among students [6]. International and cultural diversity always makes learning experience more interesting and fruitful. Leung et al. [42] have found that extensiveness of multicultural experiences was positively related to both creative performance (insight learning, remote association, Technical Gazette 18, 1(2011),
4 E-learning experience at various universities:academics perspective A. Mishra, D. Mishra Factors Table 1 Comparison of experience from universities imparting e-learning from three regions Tablica 1. Usporedba iskustva stečenog na univerzitetima koji provode e-učenje u tri područja International (USA) International Online Consortium, UK Premier Online, Singapore Students background Students Experience Catchment Area Mostly from US defense forces (army, air, and navy) and allied staff Average less than 5 years and mainly from defense and allied sectors Mostly US service personnel or posted in conflict zones Mostly software engineers and management professionals Mixed group of students from software and management background From number of countries from Europe, Middle East and Africa Managers, engineers with mid-long experience Mid-long and mixed kind of experience (techno management) from the top organizations India, China, Hong Kong, Middle East, Africa, UK, Europe Cultural Factors Mostly US Moderate Mixed from different countries Ideally an International group Learner s Motivation Moderate High Extremely High Size of Class Around 40 Around 25 Around 30 Level of Instruction Undergraduate and Graduate/Master level Graduate/Master level Master Type of E-learning Purely Online Purely Online Purely Online Types of Courses Computer Science, Information Technology, Health Sciences Business, Information Technology, Sof tware Engineering, Health Sciences Information Technology, Business Administration, Tourism Delivery Methods Portal and CDs Web Portal Web Campus Web Portal Structure Moderate infrastructure Very Good portal with very good usability features Management Tools (As personal tasks, personal calendar, system announcements, etc.) Partially Available Partially Available Yes Excellent virtual campus with high usability features Web Learning Environment WebCT Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS) Faculty development/continuous training Initial faculty induction training only Availability of Mentor during Faculty development/continuous training Training to students to get them acquainted with web system One coordinator is assigned to supervise online instructors Initial one week was assigned as part of this task Rigorous faculty induction training provided One mentor lead will always be available to guide the instructors It was expected that students will get familiar with their virtual learning system during course Yes and also provided Text Book Provision Suggested but not essential Flexibility (Study Pattern) Moderate and flexible Rigorous with strict deadlines Flexibility of schedule for teacher Moderate flexibility in Rigorous schedule terms of overall schedule Flexibility of schedule for students Synchronous communication between Teacher and student Moderate depending on student emergencies and field posting of defense personnel Through within the e-learning system Strict deadlines with final one week extension in the case of any emergencies Through within the e-learning system and also inbuilt IM (Instant Message) sub system Initial faculty induction training and continuous webinars related to e- learning issues One adjunct lead will always be available to guide First one week was allocated for such orientation purpose Yes, provided and is part of curriculum Rigorous but Flexible Flexibility of 1-2 weeks is allowed in schedule Yes, but within 1-2 weeks Excellent chat mechanism inbuilt inside virtual campus 136 Tehnič ki vjesnik 18, 1(2011),
5 A. Mishra, D. Mishra Factors Table 1 Comparison of experience from universities imparting e-learning from three regions (continuation) Tablica 1. Usporedba iskustva stečenog na univerzitetima koji provode e-učenje u tri područja (nastavak) International (USA) International Online Consortium, UK Premier Online, Singapore Assessment System Assessment Prepared by Individual Assignment Team Assignment Discussion comments Objective type Questions Subjective Questions Project Work Individual Assignment Team Assignment Discussion Topic Objective type Questions Subjective Questions Significant Challenges Quality Assurance Project Work Term end and final examinations. Little weightage given to discussions. Discussions, Assignments, Projects and final examinations Discussions, Assignments, Projects and final online examination at Prometric Centres Around 20 % Around 40 % Around 30 % Less Moderate Much Emphasis Mostly Asynchronous Good number of such questions were part of evaluation process Yes, but with less weightage Minor emphasis on project work/case study Not significant in the grade evaluation process Few questions were part of grade evaluation process Moderate weightage in terms of evaluation One middle level project completion required Options provided by the Specified by the Teacher selects from the pool of questions provided by Provided by the Small projects specified in the curriculum Mostly emphasis was on assignments. Limited discussion and participation Affiliated to one US There was flexibility to choose projects among available Discussion topics provided by the course mentor Provided by the Teacher selects from the pool of questions provided by Group of projects provided by the Very good in terms of recent real-life problems of software engineering and management One premier traditional Significant part of the learning system in the evaluation process Very few questions were just for self review High weightage in the evaluation process One major project/case study completion required There was flexibility to select case study among available Group of discussions topics provided by Lead Adjunct Provided by the for self assessment by the students; not used in final evaluation Teacher has the flexibility of selecting his/her own questions and minor case-studies Students may select live software/information system projects by their own Yes, assignments in general are from HBR (Harvard Business Reviews) and company s reports, White paper etc. EQUIS, AACSB (Provisional) and idea generation) and creativity-supporting cognitive processes (retrieval of unconventional knowledge, recruitment of ideas from unfamiliar cultures for creative idea expansion). Therefore, in e-learning group exercises, multicultural aspects should be encouraged. Presently e-learning is more popular for business and computing related courses as in these areas job growth is higher, and people are more interested in taking e-learning courses while holding jobs. An e-learning web portal with good features would facilitate the learning process for both students and faculty. In this regard, experienced students either from engineering or management backgrounds did better in comparison to fresh or less experienced students, which was observed in all three universities. The Internet provides many features and resources beneficial to graduate management education Technical Gazette 18, 1(2011),
6 E-learning experience at various universities:academics perspective A. Mishra, D. Mishra such as immediate access to global information, desk-top multimedia capabilities, and communication and dissemination of materials outside traditional class venues and hours [43]. The Learning Management System (LMS) primarily focuses on competencies, learning activities, and the logistics of delivering learning activities. While Learning Content Management Systems (LCMS) help create, reuse, locate, deliver, manage and improve learning content, these systems are primarily based on a collaborative learning instructional paradigm rather than the self-instructional model of multimedia authoring systems [44]. The Blackboard software facilitates a number of different communication options including both synchronous and asynchronous discussions and [27]. In dialogue the degree of student-faculty communications is the basis for a quality faculty-student relationship, and can, therefore, be seen as a predictor of quality in graduate management education [6]. The Virtual campus of the in Singapore is an excellent one with a very good library and e- resource facilities for students. In fact, graduate students of management/information technology departments need such environment for learning. For undergraduate students at the university in USA, books and other resources provided on CDs were sufficient. For graduate level programs it is also important to suggest good text and reference books. These are good for students' further reading. Case studies, white papers and reviews from the industry are always helpful in understanding theories from real life perspectives for management and applied science students. A good content management system allows ease in learning to all stakeholders. E-learning is no longer a core business for only those universities with a mission to educate from a distance. Although the table represents experiences from the instructor's perspective at three universities located in three different countries (Singapore, UK, USA), when e-learning is used to complement face-to-face experiences, it brings with itself substantial challenges that are similar in some aspects but also different to those faced by universities which predominately educate from a distance. This new teaching and learning (e-learning) strategy is aimed at promoting greater flexibility in learning styles and strategies and supporting them through staff development programs. Faculty members in many departments (at universities) are starting to explore computer-supported learning to meet the aspirations of new students; however, many complain about the lack of direction or support for development in this area [45]. Thus, staff development seminars should be organized on a regular basis. In this regard, the online university at Singapore provides such series of webinars on different interesting topics such as the impact of faculty interaction on online education, use of blogs in online management education, enriching e- learning experience through effective feedback and assessment etc. These assessment-results can enhance the E-learning System's outcome in terms of the quality of education. Universities in UK and USA provided initial faculty induction training, but such webinars should also be initiated as part of staff development. One of the important aspects of e-learning is flexibility and dynamism of learning. By immersing students in this e- learning culture, student-centeredness, student-directed learning and student autonomy will be the principal drivers of learning. In e-learning mode, rigorous but flexible study pattern is always best. Millson and Wilemon [6] have noted that many students, especially working students, are initially faced with the educational issues of access and flexibility. Therefore, these issues need to be addressed prior to the development of graduate management courses in conjunction with the concepts of dialogue and structure. Here it is important to note that in e-learning mode most of the students and faculty are working and some of those students even have family and other responsibilities. Therefore, there should be good flexibility in terms of time management for assignment submission and discussions postings. We found that universities in Singapore and in USAwere quite good in this aspect. Many students and even faculty members find time at weekends to complete their work. Team assignments and group learning are feasible in e- learning like traditional classroom learning. In e-learning, the curriculum is partially delivered through the Internet and is accessible by means of an electronic learning environment. In this way, students may have access to the most up-to-date information about projects, classes and other related stuff and can study whenever and wherever they want to. Lectures should be organized in classical ways and for this purpose the first week can be organized as an orientation week in which teacher and students can be introduced to each other, as well as working modes, commitments, deadlines, course assessment and other rules related with the course can be established [2]. Every course has syllabi, online notes, teaching methods, student assessment and examination methods, course assessment and course credits. ELO (electronic learning objects) also enables students to keep them in touch with fellow-students and lecturers [46]. Web-based learning will be enhanced if a server exists for teachers to use such as a hub for storage of lesson plans, lesson notes and assignments, deadlines and preparatory readings. The creation of academic chat-rooms focused on specific topics will also encourage anytime, anywhere discussion. Discussions may be used as a form of mutual communication between students on one side, and students and teachers on the other. In this way students can ask both their fellow students and teachers for help. Teachers will need to shift curricula design to focus on immediacy and exploit the advantage of learning on-site style, reaching out to and tapping on a rich and diverse source of information and alternative "teachers" in the pool of experts from the non-school community. Another aspect which should be taken into consideration is the role of the educator in the online learning community. McLoughlin and Oliver [47] suggested that "social feedback from peers may be more helpful than direct corrective feedback from a teacher". Quality is always a significant issue in e-learning. Given the increasing presence of online courses offered by various schools through e-learning environments in higher education system, the quality of e-learning has become a major concern for both learners and educators [48]. 4 Conclusion Zaključak Learning is a lifelong process, especially for faculty. Keeping up with technology is a must for every teacher and trainer. Technology is changing the face of education and online learning offers much to learn about and provides many interesting opportunities. These opportunities may 138 Tehnič ki vjesnik 18, 1(2011),
7 A. Mishra, D. Mishra complicate faculty life until members become proficient in the realm of online learning [7]. Since there is no constraint of time and place, e-learning will expand and be popular in the future for both traditional students and professionals as well. We have discussed e-learning experience from the faculty's perspective on different attributes and contexts in a comparative view. According to our experiences, the following should be managed towards successful e-learning teaching: Teachers should be well trained and motivated to facilitate e-learning. Students should also be provided pre-training before the course commences. The contents and effectiveness of the delivery in e- learning mode is significant. Course content development and user interface design should be done by the professionals. E-learning is more effective for experienced professionals and students in comparison to new students. Web learning environment should provide excellent user-interface designed to ease learning for both students and instructors. There should be continuous series of webinars to provide knowledge on recent issues to faculty members. Research and development information related to e- learning and latest educational technologies should be given to faculty members on a regular basis. For graduate level courses, text books should always complement online course material content and pointers for additional readings. As a future work, it would be interesting to evaluate e- learning experiences empirically on different variables, dimensions and environments (like blended mode of learning). It would also be interesting to study differences of students' participation behavior, the impact of cultural differences on asynchronous online learning environment, student's perception of instructor's participation behavior and vice versa. 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Roda JC Kerkrade coach Harm Van Veldhoven is set to leave the club in search of a new challenge at the end of the season.
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Roda JC Kerkrade coach Harm Van Veldhoven is set to leave the club in search of a new challenge at the end of the season.
The 49-year-old coach has worked at the Dutch club since November 2008, guiding the club to the brink of Europa League qualification in 2010 before losing a play-off to Utrecht.
Roda JC had been hoping Van Veldhoven would extend his stay but he has decided to call time on his reign.
Van Veldhoven told the official Roda JC website: 'I always felt a lot of respect in Kerkrade. We did fantastic things. I wish the club all the best for future."
The news comes as Roda have also announced they are looking to bring in Poland U21 goalkeeper Filip Kurto to the club in the summer.
The 20-year-old Wisla Krakow stopper is set to replace another Polish goalkeeper in Kerkrade as Pawel Kieszek is due to return to Porto when his loan expires at the end of the season.
Technical director Gerard Wielaert told De Limburger: "He is a young, talented goalkeeper who has been on our list since last year. He is again an interesting player for us."


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One day Jake the Dog and his friends, Chelsea the Cat and Chris the Squirrel were just walking and talking throgh the park. That's when Jake's canine sense of smell picks up something. Jake follows the smell, with Chelsea and Chris following him. When Jake finds the cause of the smell, something bad has happened. The smell leads the group to ruins of a bank, where police are covering the area. What's going on officer? Jake asks. There was a huge explosion and we rushed over here. We just got here. answers the Police Chief, Copper. Just then, a fatter dog runs in. What do you have to report Booker? asks the chief. Mole *pant* Tracks! *pant* answers Booker. Ok, that narrows it down to about... three people, but one of them is really nice, so two people.. says Copper. If you want we can take a look? says Chris. Yeah! We'll be happy to help! says Chelsea. The chief nods and tells Booker to bring them exactly where he saw the tracks.
This cutscene ends with the beginning of the first level.
I== Ending Cutscene - Level 1 == With the mole tracks found, Copper points out that they are head to the Resetti Reset Center. Copper also gets chief Nook to come meet you. Ah, you must be Jake, Chelsea, and Neal. says a voice from off-screen. Ah! Chief Nook! Get, you made it! Look Jake, Chelsea and 'Chris, here, found mole tracks, leading off to the reset center. explains Copper. Yes, well these three have helped us so far, maybe we could use their help. says Nook. So, we're going to be detectives? asks Chris. Well, Copper, give them their own badges. They are part of the police force now. explains Nook. Awesome! Chris, Jake and Chelsea then high-five.
This cutscene ends with the beginning of the second level.
Beginning Cutscene - Level 2
The group gets off a bus and talks to Copper. There have been various robberies around here, explains Copper, I want you to to check it out! The group agrees and the level starts.
Short Cutscene - Level 2
Booker runs into the theatre and crashes into Chris. Chelsea and Jake will help Booker and Chris up. Thanks. says Booker. Hey have you seen my book? asks Booker, I was supposed to tell you something, and it was in the book. Can you find it for me? OK! says Chris.
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By Joe Fortenbaugh, National Football Post
With the NFL entering its annual breaking-news lull now that free agency and the draft are well behind us, I figured now would be a good time to open up the floor to one of the many debates we'll be featuring this summer: Home-field advantage.
Our sample size is a three-year span from 2009-2011 and includes only the regular season.
I've devised a rudimentary formula for these rankings that consists of both home-field record and ATS (against the spread) record, The team that posted the best home-field record since 2009 is awarded one point, while the organization with the worst record is awarded 32 points, and so on. If two teams had the same record and occupied spots No. 4 and No. 5 in the rankings, the difference was split and both teams were awarded 4.5 points. As I'm sure you could have already guessed, the goal is to have the fewest total points between the two categories.
ATS record is included because I feel it provides an accurate assessment of how well a team plays at home against inferior competition. Think about it: How much value would you assign a Ravens win in Baltimore over a team like St. Louis? Probably not all that much. But if the Ravens failed to cover the Vegas number, that would serve as an indicator that maybe it's not as tough to play in Baltimore as the team's 21-3 straight-up home record since 2009 indicates.
As a tiebreaker, I gave the edge to the team that was more often posted as the Vegas favorite. For example, Dallas and Philadelphia both finished with a total of 42 points in this breakdown, but the Cowboys were favored in 22 home games while the Eagles were favored in 20. If the rankings needed to go one step further, the team with the best ATS record prevailed.
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Gary Barber and Team Valor Stable's Delta Form will arrive at Belmont Park Sept. 22 to run in the Turf Classic Invitational (gr. IT) on Sept. 29. The weight-for-age Turf Classic, at 1 1/2 miles on the turf will be televised live by NBC (4:30 p.m EDT)."This horse was bred in Australia, but spent a lot of his career in South Africa," said Team Valor's Barry Irwin of the 6-year-old Marscay gelding. "He turned things around when he went to a trainer named Michael De Kock, and he won four in a row for him, including the Summer Handicap, which was the largest purse ever in South Africa ($255,000)."After the Summer Handicap at Turffontein, Delta Form was sent to California and trainer Jenine Sahadi. "When you ship from South Africa, you have two choices: go into quarantine for two months there, then ship to another country and do twomonths, or do two months in this country in the stall only," Irwin said. "When he came out, he looked terrible; I will never do that again. It took us a few months to get him back."Unraced since the Summer Handicap on Nov. 25, 2000, Delta Form returned in a restricted race at Del Mar and ran fourth. He then came back to win another restricted race in October of 2001, but then developed a sinus infection and pneumonia, which nearly cost him his life.Delta Form returned to the races in July, running fourth, then was beaten a length in an optional claiming event. On Sept. 1, Delta Form broke new ground when he won the Del Mar Handicap (gr. IIT) by a neck over The Tin Man at odds of better than 20-1."He'll work twice more on the grass in California, probably on Saturday and then next Thursday," Irwin said.Delta Form is owned in part by South African native Gary Barber, co-chairman and CEO of Spyglass Entertainment. Barber and his partner, Roger Birnbaum, founded Spyglass and its first major motion picture release, The
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This morning, news came through that billionaire television superstar Oprah Winfrey suffered a bit of "living while black" in Switzerland, showing that her fame and fortune does not unfortunately keep her safe from racism itself. At a luxury goods store in Zurich, a customer representative kept refusing to show her a $38,000 handbag because the representative thought that she "will not be able to afford that one." Oprah would eventually receive an apology from the Swiss tourism office and the store owner, but it rattled some people. In a country as supposedly tolerant as Switzerland, this case of racism seems surprising to some. But as past history and the country's recent brush with Islamophobia indicate, Switzerland's isolated nature have made these things not so unusual.
Switzerland's history has long been that of an isolated nation, one surrounded on all sides by the Alps. That the culture would be isolated creates a situation where outsiders would be treated differently and with some adversity would not be surprising. However, the racism that a black person would face in Switzerland is far more nuanced than would occur elsewhere, a simple deference against outsiders, something that remains relatively unchanged even in recent decades. Writer James Baldwin made a point of this in his essay on his stay in Switzerland, "Stranger in the Village:"
I say that the culture of these people controls me-but they can scarcely be held responsible for European culture. America comes out of Europe, but these people have never seen America, nor have most of them seen more of Europe than the hamlet at the foot of their mountain. Yet they move with an authority which I shall never have; and they regard me, quite rightly, not only as a stranger in the village but as a suspect latecomer, bearing no credentials, to everything they have-however unconsciously-inherited.
The only encounters with a completely alien culture that the Swiss have had to deal with recently are of those with Muslim-related backgrounds, in particular Kurds, Turks, and Albanians that have immigrated in their country.. Their response has not been kind to them: Following the rise of the Swiss People's Party, who have used racist epithets in the past, Islamophobic movements have also risen, all in the name of "security" and "reducing immigration." In particular, the Swiss population passed a constitutional ban on the building of minarets, the mosque towers used for the call to prayer, by a significant majority in 2009. If anything, these developments represent a shift towards such problems as what a billionaire like Oprah had to deal with yesterday.


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EGG HARBOR CITY - Teamsters Local 331 dedicated its new headquarters Wednesday with a promise of providing better-paying jobs for many of southern New Jersey's unemployed workers.
As union members chanted his famous surname, Teamsters International President James P. Hoffa said the local union has come a long way in the three years since it was overseen by appointed trustees and was threatened with dissolution in 2007.
"We're just getting started here. I'm excited about the future," Hoffa said. "There is such a thing as Teamsters' dignity. Don't you feel the pride?"
Local 331 moved to a building on Philadelphia Avenue in Egg Harbor City in July after spending 20 years in Pleasantville.
Local President Marcus King said its membership of about 2,000 workers is growing, despite the weak economy.
The union invited companies with which it has labor contracts to participate in the ceremonial opening Wednesday. U.S. Rep. Frank LoBiondo, R-2nd, and his Democratic opponent, Gary Stein, also attended the ceremony.
Atlantic County Executive Dennis Levinson recalled the days he drove a union truck as a young man, and welcomed Hoffa with a compliment, calling him "royalty."
"You have another Republican who belonged to a union," Levinson said, promising to negotiate with labor unions in good faith in Atlantic County.
State Sen. James Whelan, D-Atlantic, said he would oppose state measures aimed at eliminating collective bargaining agreements.
"We know these are difficult times. But we're not going to get there on the backs of the working people," Whelan said.
Still, union officials said they have to work with companies and local governments to find compromises during the recession.
"We have to forge a different type of relationship to build back up a stronger economy for our children," King said. "We have to be proactive. A decline in jobs means a decline in the middle class."
The union also represents many public workers, he said, adding that taxpayers and towns are unfairly scapegoating the employees for the municipalities' current economic misfortunes.
"The reality is we don't represent the high end of the private sector," King said. "We represent the guys in Public Works who start out at $19,900 per year. And he's being asked to contribute more to his medical insurance. How does that guy survive?"
Tom Willett, the union's recording secretary, said the tough economy is pitting union employees against each other over pay and benefits.
"Too many people are saying, 'I don't get that benefit. Why should you?' That will just lower the standard and the pay scale. We'll never climb out of it," he said.
The Teamsters union represents both white-collar and blue-collar workers, including soda and beer delivery drivers.
"The union is probably more relevant now than it was 10 years ago because of the economy," Willett said. "If there was every a cry for a union, now is the time. Before, the complaint was about working conditions. Now the complaint is too much part-time work or no work."
King said labor unions are looking at diversifying into new industries, such as the nascent offshore wind industry that is coming together in New Jersey.
"We have to do a better job looking at the global economy and New Jersey's place in it to give it a spark," he said.