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MOVIEREVIEW- Burn after reading: Sly Coen brothers hit paydirt again
It seems fitting for the makers of last year's big award-winner to kick off this year's "serious season" at the movies, and being who they are, Joel and Ethan Coen do so in high comic style.
Be aware that September and October traditionally bring a lot of sheep in award-contender clothing– films that could have had class, could have been contenders, but somehow missed the mark; so they're released in also-ran slots while the heavy hitters wait for November and December.
Presented with such a heavy analysis the Coens would probably say, "Who cares? Here's our movie."
And here it is indeed– a darkly comic look at the CIA, gyms, romance, and divorce. If you don't laugh at least once a minute, you should spend your time attending funerals, where you'll fit in better.
Having written a brilliant screenplay that will be deconstructed by writing classes for decades, the Coens proceed to have fun with it. And their cast has fun with it. The presence of George Clooney and Brad Pitt invites comparisons to the Ocean's movies. Burn gives the same impression of the actors enjoying themselves, but it's more cerebral, less action-oriented, and with very R-rated language.
CIA analyst Osborne Cox (John Malkovich) is taken off the Balkans desk because he has a drinking problem. "I have a drinking problem?" he yells at a co-worker between "WTF?"s. "You're a Mormon. Next to you everybody has a drinking problem."
Cox goes home and tells wife Katie (Tilda Swinton)– when he can get her to listen– that he quit and will stay home and write his memoirs. She doesn't care, because she's thinking of leaving Cox for her lover, Harry Pfarrer (Clooney), a former bodyguard who works for the Treasury Department. Harry doesn't encourage her, because he's just in it for the fun, and she's not much fun anymore. Besides, there's nothing wrong with his wife, children's book author Sandy (Elizabeth Marvel). He just likes variety.
At Hardbodies, manager Ted (Richard Jenkins) has a crush on Linda Litzke (Frances McDormand), who's upset because their HMO won't pay for the cosmetic surgery she wants. When the janitor finds a CD in the women's locker room, Chad Feldheimer (Brad Pitt) discovers it's full of classified information and tracks it to Osborne Cox. He and Linda think they can blackmail Cox into paying to get the disc back, or if not they can sell it to the Russians. (The latter twist was probably funnier when it was written, before the Russkies became bad guys again.)
Oblivious to Ted, who loves her as she is, Linda looks for computer dates and lucks into Harry, who doesn't put all his eggs into just two baskets.
From there things get a little complicated and a little violent, while mostly staying funny. Cox's CIA superior (David Rasche) details the events they know about to his boss (JK Simmons), a straight-faced, strait-laced type who says, "Report back to me when it makes sense."
All the characters are cartoonish to some extent. The only actor I had trouble with is Pitt, who seems to be playing a character about half his age and– especially in his first scene– possibly gay. It's a good-natured spoofing of airheaded gymbots, and maybe we should let it go at that.
And when Harry unveils the mystery project he's been building in his basement– no, I won't spoil that surprise for you.
In a perfect world, marriages would last forever, HMOs would cover all our medical expenses– and there would be no comedy. Since the world isn't perfect, let's be glad we have the Coen Brothers to find the humor in it. Burn after Reading is no movie for old men who don't like to laugh.
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Things have been awkward between Joe Jonas, 20, and Taylor Swift, 20, since they split in 2008 — and their relationship didn't look any better last night in Hollywood on the red carpet of Clive Davis' annual pre-Grammys bash. HollywoodLife.com was on the scene and we saw the awkwardness go down with our own eyes. We tried to read their lips, but too distracted by their obvious body language: She kept her arms crossed while they hugged, then exchanged words in an obviously unnerving conversation while Joe kept his hands in his pockets. She introduced him to her publicist and he shook her hand before waving goodbye and jetting down the carpet. There's no love lost between these two. Good thing for Taylor, she already has a possible new man, Glee star Cory Monteith!


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I think the simplest argument against gold (or any precious metal) as a unique monetary standard has been that there is not enough of it to suffice for the vast volume of world trade and payments…. (and that has been the case for at least a half century)….
Someone says in response to my suggestion there has not been enough gold, "just put the price of gold high enough".
My response: "Who will? Central Banks as per the old gold exchange standard? There are well-known problems with all fixed exchange rate systems."
The working of the gold, or at least the gold exchange, standard does not depend on actual holdings of course but one reason given for its abandonment had been that the vast expansion of the volume of trade and payments gave gold-producing countries a windfall bonanza and a potentially destabilising/disruptive advantage. Use of a fiduciary standard in world trade was as expected a development as its use in domestic trade and for the same kind of reasons. Of course gold retained some kind of "anchoring" role before Aug 15 1971 during the Bretton Woods era.
Yes, I agree "The development of new payment instruments that economized on gold kept pace with increased trade" — there is an economics of institutional change to be written there. Re., the "windfall bonanza" argument, I think it is merely that gold-producing countries have a kind of seignorage advantage under a pure gold standard — as the US may have had under Bretton Woods.
I am reminded of my brief time on Wall Street in the 1990s when I learnt it is not actually gold producers who earn the seignorage advantage but a cartel of a half dozen or so central banks (led by the Fed & Bank of England) who work together and between them possess vast inventories that can effectively control the supply-side completely.
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Exhibits Guidelines
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Exhibits are a valuable part of the University Libraries' public services outreach and user education program. Exhibits inform, educate, and promote the Libraries' information resources and services, and, at times, entertain. Exhibits provide an excellent opportunity for the Libraries to engage in collaborative projects, especially with faculty members and others in the university community.
The Libraries hosts a variety of exhibits including, for example, displays of current imprint book jackets, selected examples from the collections, and traveling exhibits of artifacts, documents, and books. Individual units use a variety of exhibit "equipment" ranging from bulletin boards to glazed, lighted cabinets, both free standing and built-in.
This policy defines the philosophy and goals fpror exhibits and public art displays throughout the Libraries, identifies responsibility for these programs, and defines acceptance guidelines and general policies. Smaller exhibits which are regarded by Libraries staff as "displays" are covered by this policy with the exception of extent of publicity. Libraries staff involved in organizing, curating, and/or mounting exhibits or displays are deemed to be acting within the course of official duties and under the authority of the University of Washington Libraries.
The display of public art is an important part of providing welcoming and pleasant facilities and also enriches the Libraries' service and outreach programs. The Libraries' permanent art collection and Art on Loan exhibits are not covered by this policy, but rather, by the Libraries' Public Art Policy.
The Senior Associate Dean of University Libraries, in consultation with others, will be responsible for updating and revising this policy.
- Promote the diverse holdings and scholarly value of specific library collections
- Promote the role of the library, its collections, resources, services, and staff as central to the research and teaching programs of the university
- Nourish intellectual, aesthetic, and creative growth
- Educate the university community on particular topics
- Enhance the strategic mission and development goals of the library
- Encourage individuals to contribute to the expansion of knowledge
- Support university events, programs, symposia, activities, and accomplishments
- Promote university and community relations
- Recognize library supporters, friends, and donors
Criteria for Selection
Exhibits in the Libraries will be selected with reference to the Exhibits Policy and Goals Statements. Exhibit spaces are made available, in accordance with these Guidelines, to University and University-related departments, groups, and organizations, to student organizations registered with the UW Student Activities Office, and to exhibitors sponsored by the Libraries.
The following criteria apply as exhibit proposals are considered, although not all exhibits will meet all criteria. The Libraries reserves the right to approve or disapprove all exhibit requests, to have final approval for the layout of the exhibit, and to make all decisions regarding length of exhibit duration, placement of the exhibit within a library, and content of publicity.
- Educational content ranging from advanced scholarly contributions to general informational value
- Relevance to library collections
- Broadness of appeal of the main theme
- Appropriateness of subject, technique, and style for intended location and audience
- Appropriateness to special events, anniversaries, holidays, etc.
- Relation to other events or exhibits in the community
- Representation of an influential movement, genre, trend, or national culture
- When the topic is controversial, an objective presentation is required
- Does not promote the partisan political, religious, or social doctrines of any single person or group
- Reflects vitality, originality, artistic expression, and experimentation
- Does not promote the financial profit of any individual, organization, or commercial enterprise
- Ease and cost of installation
- Satisfies public safety considerations, e.g. free standing displays, hands-on exhibits, etc.
- Exhibitor agrees to sign an exhibit proposal with the Libraries
Exhibit Proposal Process and Forms
Process for proposing an exhibit in the University of Washington Libraries
- Exhibitor reads University Libraries Exhibits Guidelines
- Exhibitor reviews Room Use Policy and looks for an open exhibit timeframe via the schedule and calendars. See Exhibit Locations, Room Use Policies, Schedules, and Calendars.
- Exhibitor completes Exhibit Proposal Form.
- Libraries contact for the exhibit location approves or rejects proposal in a timely manner, based on the Exhibit Criteria for Selection and/or schedule. Exhibitor is contacted with result.
- If approved, Libraries contact forwards copies of Exhibit Proposal Form to the Dean of University Libraries, Publications Coordinator, and Development Officer/Events and Marketing.
- Exhibit is added to the calendar for the exhibit location and to the general Libraries calendar.
- At exhibit installation, the Exhibit Release Form [pdf] is signed by Libraries exhibitor, sponsor and contact.
- Exhibit Proposal and Exhibit Release forms are retained in the approving department's files.
Exhibit Locations, Room Use Policies, Schedules, and Calendars
The Libraries has a number of exhibit locations in the Suzzallo and Allen Libraries, the Odegaard Undergraduate Library, and the other campus and branch libraries. Exhibit space is also available at the University of Washington Tacoma Library and the University of Washington Bothell/Cascadia College Library. Some exhibit spaces are managed by a unit for the designated use of that unit.
Listed below are exhibit spaces that may be scheduled according to the use policy for each facility. The Dean of University Libraries has delegated to staff members listed as "Libraries Representative" in the "Room Use Policies" the authority to approve exhibits on behalf of the Dean of University Libraries.
Libraries events and exhibits information is located on the Libraries Web site's Events and Exhibits page. See the publicity section of this document for information about this and other ways to promote your exhibit.
To view the Use Policy/Description of Facility and the schedule for a particular exhibit location please select from the following list.
- Allen Library North Lobby
- Allen Library North First Floor Balcony Area exhibit case
- Allen Library Special Collections exhibit cases (Allen South Basement)
- Allen Library South Research Commons
- Odegaard Undergraduate Library Second and Third Floors
- UW Bothell / Cascadia College First Floor Lobby
- UW Tacoma Library
- Health Sciences Libraries
Space not specifically designated for exhibits, such as corridors or study areas, may be considered for a temporary, special exhibit. To inquire about this type of space, contact the Senior Associate Dean of University Libraries in the Suzzallo and Allen Libraries, the Director of the Odegaard Undergraduate Library for space in that library, and the library director or head in other libraries. The Dean of University Libraries has delegated to these staff members the authority to approve exhibits in these locations on behalf of the Dean of University Libraries.
Exhibitors are solely responsible for funding all costs associated with the exhibit, including but not limited to shipping, installation, dismantling, and insurance. Exhibitors are responsible for publicity beyond that provided by the Libraries. See the publicity section of this document for more information.
Security and Insurance
Exhibits are often located in high traffic areas whose visibility reduces the likelihood of damage or theft of materials; however, the Libraries takes no responsibility for the security or welfare of exhibits at any time, including during transport, installation, or dismantling. Before an exhibit is installed, exhibitors and the Libraries representative must sign a release, indemnifying the UW from any responsibility for loss or damage. The original signed Exhibit Release Form [pdf] will be retained in the unit. A copy of the Form will be sent to the Office of the Dean of University Libraries.
Insurance coverage, if needed, is the responsibility of the Exhibitor. Insurance to cover the value of the exhibit is available for on-campus exhibitors from UW's Office of Risk Management. Exhibitors from off-campus are encouraged to insure their exhibit through their own agent.
Exhibits and displays must be placed so as to accommodate physical safety considerations. There cannot be loose cords or cabling; free-standing units must be secure; and ease of egress from the exhibit for emergency purposes must be assured. The exhibits must be set up so as to accommodate disability access.
Best Practices
Exhibits must be well prepared, organized, and aesthetically pleasing. In order to most effectively promote a Libraries exhibits program, units are encouraged to have a schedule of exhibitions planned for six to twelve months in the future.
Exhibit Duration: Exhibits should have specific start and end dates, although the end date may be extended if the schedule allows. As a general rule, exhibits should be on display for two to three months, but shorter exhibit times are permissible. Since exhibit conditions place a strain on library materials being displayed, exhibits running longer than three months are not encouraged, and should be undertaken only under exceptional circumstances.
NOTE: Duration for exhibits in the Allen Library North Lobby is limited to 6 weeks.
Exhibit Materials Handling: Exhibitors must handle books and artifacts gently and with conservation concerns in mind. In general, books should be displayed on bookstands, cradles or supports. Exposure to direct sunlight should be avoided. Panels with halogen light and cases with interior lighting can also be damaging to exhibited materials. Exhibitors should consider using facsimiles for fragile materials such as newspapers and photographs.
Special Collections and Preservation staff are experienced in the proper handling and display of unique and fragile materials, and can provide guidance to library exhibitors. Special arrangements should be made in advance for consultation and questions by contacting the Manager of Special Collections Operations or the Preservation Administrator.
See these sources for more information:
- ANSI/NISO Z39.79-2001 Environmental Conditions for Exhibiting Library and Archival Materials
- NEDCC: Protecting Paper and Book Collections During Exhibition
Generally, when circulating Libraries materials are used in a display, the materials must be checked out using an exhibition check-out card available from Circulation. This will cause a special message to appear in the UW Libraries Catalog that the item in "Unavailable" for the duration of the exhibit. Exhibitors may place a card in the display noting that the materials will be available for check-out after the exhibit ends.
Exhibit Text/Labels: Text should be word processed and printed on a high quality printer if not professionally designed and/or typeset.
- Typeface should be a legible font such as Times New Roman, Century, or Arial
- Text should have contrast, such as black on white.
- Introductory panels should be 150-170 words or less
- Captions for individual items should be 20-30 words
- Font size should be at least 28 point for introductory text panels. For secondary text panels, 18 point is acceptable if the reader can be within 20 inches. For text that only contains a few lines of copy, 14 point is acceptable.
Exhibit Support Materials:
- Bibliographies, brochures and other promotional material and/or instructional materials to accompany an exhibit are strongly recommended but not mandatory.
- Exhibitors are strongly encouraged to create an accompanying Website to be linked to from the Libraries' website's Events & Exhibits page.
- Exhibitors are responsible for preparing the content of the publications associated with their exhibit. Examples include: a bibliographical list of items displayed; a double sided brochure; an exhibit catalog.
Traveling Exhibits will be complemented, if possible, by exhibits of materials from the Libraries collections.
Sound, video, or computer displays accompanying exhibits will be installed and removed by the exhibitor in consultation with library staff.
- For information to be placed on the Events & Exhibits webpage, send copies of the approved proposal to the Libraries Communications Officer.
- Flyers, posters, handbills should contain consistent messages and should present the Libraries official logo. The Libraries Communications Officer is available for consultation in the creation of flyers, posters, and handbills.
- The placement of posters in the Suzzallo and Allen Libraries should be coordinated with Facilities.
- The Libraries Communications Officer is also available for advice on media contacts.
Receptions & Exhibits Related Activities
Rooms in the Libraries may be, on occasion, available for receptions and other activities (workshops, talks, demonstrations) linked to exhibits. These should be discussed with the specific Libraries exhibit contact who will consult the room use policy and check the schedule to see whether a reception or other activity can be held.
Some rooms carry a room-use charge and the exhibitor will be responsible for meeting these costs unless other arrangements have been made prior to the reception or event. If alcohol will be served, consult the Serving and Sale of Alcoholic Beverages at University Facilities website.
Dispute Resolution
The University Libraries supports academic freedom and the free expression of opinion. The Libraries will not exercise any censorship of materials such as books, images, labels, catalogs, or promotional literature that do not violate the guidelines as expressed in the University Libraries Exhibits Guidelines or local, state, or federal laws.
The University Libraries subscribes to the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights as it applies to exhibit spaces and bulletin boards, specifically:
The library should not censor or remove an exhibit because some members of the community may disagree with its content. Those who object to the content of any exhibit held at the library should be able to submit their complaint and/or their own exhibit proposal to be judged according to the policies established by the library.
Challenges of a display, exhibit, or printed materials posted or displayed in a UW library may be sent in writing to the Associate Dean of University Libraries for Research and Instructional Services for areas in the Suzzallo and Allen Libraries, the Director of the Odegaard Undergraduate Library for space in that library, and the library director or head in other libraries. The Libraries will respond to written statements as follows:
- The individual will be notified that the Libraries has received his/her written statement of concern.
- A copy of the statement is to be forwarded through the supervisory chain.
- A review process will be conducted in a timely matter by Libraries Administration in response to an individual's statement of concern.
- While a concern is being considered, there will be no change in the status of the display, exhibit, or printed materials.
- Upon completion of the review process, the appropriate administrator will notify the individual of the Libraries' decision.
- The individual may appeal the decision to the Senior Associate Dean of University Libraries.
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An event every week that begins at 11:00 am on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until June 30, 2019
Located in the Down Jersey Folklife Center at WheatonArts, the "Old Masters: Buddhist Art and Pottery" exhibition features a variety of Buddhist artworks from the private collections of Frederick Kramer and Losang Samten.
View pottery showcasing distinct ceramic styles of several Chinese periods, including Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties; Balinese pen and ink paintings; Chinese Brush paintings; sculptures of the many Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, and other deities; as well as Tibetan thangkas – Buddhist paintings on cotton with silk appliqué.
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Either way I am just a girl who likes to get down and dirrrrrty girl and I love to ride"
Mc Calla, AL
About ARLYNE :
"i am looking for someone who knows what they are doing when it comes to and really loves and is very passionate about sex…"
Gardendale, AL
About THORA :
"I am an outgoing women who just cannot find a man that can keep up. Am also interested in exploring my curiosities with other women and groups."
Birmingham, AL
About CLARINDA :
"Im 25. Ive brown hair green eyes. Im looking for a friend with benefits to spend my weekends with. I love to go hunting and fishing and camping out. Im fun to be with and love to share."
There is probably nothing better than hooking up with a hot local girl or meeting up for a one night stand while your travelling or while the wife is away (nobody is judging...) but there are a few things you should always keep in mind:
1. If you live in a large city and you are looking for local girls for sex, you might accidentally see someone you know. If you do, hit her up and see if she wanted to have sex with you, but remember that she is local and you might have the same friends or know the same people.
2. Never spread rumors or share information about the local women you are talking to. They are simply looking for a good time and should be comfortable doing so. By spreading rumors or sharing private information about the girl, you might scare her into deleting her profile. Always respect the girls that are online looking for local hookups, just as you would want them to respect you.
3. Chances are, that if you are trying to meet local women for hookups, dates, casual sex, or even serious relationships, you might end up bumping into them again. Some of these girls might be the girl next door, or a co-worker, nurse, doctor, or anything in your area. You could easily run into past and present casual sex partners, hookups, fuck buddies and friends with benefits in public. Remember to be discrete and respectful.
4. Be discrete! This is very important! When you are online using a casual or adult dating service, discretion is very important. Chances are, you don't want everyone to know you are cheating on your wife, and most girls don't want half the town knowing she has a profile on an adult or casual dating site.
Here are some do's and don'ts to help you make sure you're having a good time, staying safe and being a good fuck buddy:
DON'T: Don't text her at all hours of the evening. Just because she is having casual sex with you doesn't mean you should be bugging her all the time. She might be married...
DO: Always use a condom and make sure to get tested for STD's regularly. Also, look out for cold sores and don't have casual sex with women who look like they may have had a lot of unprotected sex.
DON'T: Don't stay too long. You're there for casual sex and not a relationship. Remember, she might have just fucked you, but her husband or boyfriend could be coming home any minute.
DON'T: Don't cuddle after sex. Remember you are trying to keep this a no string attached night. You're there for sex, and once you are done you should not be giving her the wrong impression.
DO: Keep repeating to yourself before, during and after sex, that this is just about sex and not love. That good feeling you are getting while she is riding you or giving you a blowjob is not love...
DO: Experiment and keep things wild. You're not there to make love, you're there for crazy sex, so make it crazy. Ask her if you can tie her to the bed, or ask her if you can cum on her face. Chances are she is meeting you for local casual sex because she wants to try new things too!
DON'T: Don't be mean to your casual sex partner. Remember, this could be the first time she has ever had sex with a random local stranger too. She could be nervous, and you probably are too. The goal is to have fun and have sex and to go home laid, not to go home angry.
No string sex is one of the best things that can happen to you. You get to have sex with local women without all of the burdens of a real relationship, like remembering birthdays or anniversaries. All you have to do is remember where to meet and fuck. Here are some tips on making no string sex even more fun:
1. Always remind yourself that this is no strings sex. Remember to remind your partner as well. Both of you are just looking for some sex, and not some attachment. Remember to be clear with your intentions as well. Also, it may be perfectly fine to be friends with your casual fuck buddy, but remember to draw the line there.
2. Your fuck buddy is not your wife or your girlfriend, and she probably isn't the first person you should run to when you need to talk. When you are in a no string sexual relationship remember to make it all about sex and not all about you. Nobody wants to listen to you about your ex-wife or your problems at home. Like you, she is there for sex, so make sure to keep it that way.
3. No strings attached sex is the best way to live out a fantasy and to try new things in bed. Always remember, however, to be respectful of her wants. Remember to try everything. If you both want a threesome, why not? If she wants you to tie her to the bed, go for it. Make the most of your time to experiment and make the most out of sex, but don't cross the line.
4. Don't get stuck with just one girl, try out a few. The best way to have fun casual sex is to rotate sexual partners frequently. This will keep your levels on confidence high, and will make it easier for you to remain discrete and avoid attachment. Who knows, you might even be able to get all the girls to fuck you at the same time :).
You've just gotten out of a serious relationship and now you've decided to try a casual adult dating. Where do you start? Are you rusty? There are a few things that you can keep in mind that will help to ensure that your casual relationship remains safe, fun, and most of all, casual.
1. Always make sure to be honest about wanting to keep the relationship casual. After all, you do not want to mislead your partner into thinking you want more when you're really just looking for casual sex.
2. Remember to never spend the night, because this gives your partner the impression that you want to move beyond a casual relationship into a more serious one.
3. Remember that you are not the only one in a casual relationship. You're looking for a local girl that will have sex with you, and chances are that she is just looking for sex too. You're going to talk to hot, sexy women and she will probably end up talking to sexy men or woman as well. This is a casual sex date.
4. Always take care of yourself. Make sure that, when you meet up, you are clean and ready for sex. With casual adult dating, she will be more likely to refuse sex if you do not look clean and ready to go.
5. Remember that she is a fuck buddy, and that you are looking for hot sex and nothing more. Always, ALWAYS, wear protection.
6. Casual dating lets you try new things. Maybe you've always wanted a threesome, or maybe you have never had sex with a blonde. Maybe, you want to be tied up by a hot MILF. Remember to have fun and be adventurous.


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Last month we had the pleasure of introducing our latest project car - this '08 Passat 2.0T. It may not be every enthusiast's vehicle of choice, but it's a great option for those wanting more space, comfort and daily drivability compared to a big-turbo GTI or track-prepped coupe.
We began updating the vehicle with some simple aftermarket bits to improve handling and overall appearance. We ditched the stock 17" wheels for 19x8.5" Privat Legende rollers.
The sleek rims featured matte-graphite faces, machined lips and a multi-piece look to give our Passat more presence.
Then we mounted the wheels with trusted Continental ContiSportContact3 tires - capable in wet and dry conditions.
To finish, we installed H&R coilovers to tighten the handling and lower the sedan to a more appealing stance.
Continuing the makeover this month, we're adding original VW Hi-Def parts. You may recognize this body kit from SEMA '05 when the VWoA Design Studio built three R GT show cars.
The Jetta, Touareg and Passat R GT all featured twin-turbo VR6 motors with AWD and DSG plus custom bodywork.
Of all these cars, only the Passat was spun-off into a production version. The Hi-Def body kit appeared at the New York International Auto Show and was almost identical to the SEMA concept. It was developed by Derek Jenkins who had led the R GT program. He ensured the kit increased downforce and engine cooling. It was constructed from polyurethane for strength and durability. The Hi-Def kit would become an option for new car buyers and also an accessory available through VW dealers.
So when we acquired our B6 Passat, it was a no-brainer to contact VWoA for one of its greatest accessories ever offered. We were put in touch with FMS Automotive in Cerritos, CA. They had all the parts waiting for us, including the front and rear bumpers, side skirts, trunk lip spoiler and exhaust tip.
No stranger to et, we worked with FMS when they painted and installed the Thunder Bunny body kit on Project TDI (et 7/09). FMS has worked with VWoA for 20 years, offering paint, installation and inventory for dealers and building many of VWoA's show cars. In fact, if you've ever bought a painted accessory from a VW dealer, chances are it received the factory-quality work from FMS.
So once FMS had painted our parts in factory Deep black, we spent a day watching them dress Project Passat. As you can see, the car has been transformed from family carriage to autobahn cruiser with parts that are factory quality - the best of all worlds.
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Connecticut-based company, Subway, was in the news last week for its use of a controversial ingredient found in many fast foods.
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Are You Fashionable in Your Business Thoughts?
If you've been following the tweets for this week's #kaizenblog topic, you are probably wondering what the bleep does Fashion Week have to do with business thinking? More than you can imagine! Have you noticed how there is an idea or a philosophy that everyone must have. Do you remember when everyone was searching for excellence? Or when W. Edward Deming theorized how quality made a difference in cost reduction and continual improvement was our goal? Peter Drucker's Knowledge Worker, Robert Greenleaf's concept of servant leadership and Seth Godin's encouragement to build a Tribe are embedded in lots of discussion about leadership.
Then there are certain segments of the business community that become fashionable and we are urged to be like them. For a while, everyone was to be an entrepreneur. Even our children are to be trained in entrepreneurship. Jack Welch has made quite an impact with his explanation about how he led GE so that many corporations have tried to emulate the model. My friend, Kelley pointed me to this post, SMB Is the New Black as small business is the "It Girl" with attention from Congress, service providers, manufacturers, and people pursuing a long-held dream of owning a business.
And then the books…Jim Collins, Michael Gerber, Rosabeth Moss Kanter, Regis McKenna, Daniel Goleman, Robert Townsend, Max Weber, Daniel Pink, Konsuke Matsushita and so many other amazing minds have introduced discussions about business that make us rethink what we thought was true. Dare I say they encouraged us to think out of the box? We all have particular favorites that are must-refers for us. Some authors are must-reads no matter what they write. Malcolm Gladwell comes to mind as one of those authors that people feel they ought to read.
There are fads and fashions in business too. It feels like one minute, everyone must develop emotional intelligence. In the next minute, one must write a book to be considered an expert or manage information strategically. The thing is, ideas need time to build that classic status like a LBD (the must-have in all women's closets; the little black dress). Is all the discussion about innovation going to leave us with nuggets that we end up using every day? Social media has changed how we interact with our customers. We can actually have conversations with customers that are individualized leading to a different sort of seller/buyer relationship. Whether there are terms (thought leader, change agent) or behaviors (Agile scrum, blogging) that we are so out of style if we aren't using them somehow. There is always someone telling us what the must-haves are in business but not all of these must-haves have staying power.
What business thinkers do you believe are a must-have?
What do you consider a fad in business currently?
What is the height of fashion in business thought right now?
Join Valeria Maltoni (@ConversationAge) and me for an active discussion about "Business Thought Fashions-Latest Fads and Trends" on the Twitter chat, #kaizenblog, on Friday, September 17, 2010 at 12pm ET. Hope to see you in the Tweetstream!


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In the past few years, libraries have become increasingly innovative in the different ways they display their subject guide. Practically everything under the sun has being tried.
Libraries have tried wikis (here), paid for Libguides (here), used Delicious linkrolls (
here) and Squidoo (here). I haven't heard of a library using Google Knol, but I won't be surprised. Libraries have also tried opensource software such as Subjects Plus (here) , LibData (here), Research Guide, Pirate Source (here) , Library à la Carte (here)
I have being exploring two related ideas, but the one I will discuss here involves using web 2.0 startup service pages like Igoogle, Netvibes, Pageflakes, others
Many libraries have used Netvibes in particular. Though the use seems to be mainly as generic library portals + subject guides, rather than outright subject guide, but the principle is similar
What do such services do? They are dynamic personalized pages where you can choose to aggregate material from different sites. Typically you install widgets such as calenders, web-mail etc together with RSS feeds to put all your most commonly used material on one page.
Of course there is nothing to stop libraries from creating pages made up of different widgets/modules and RSS feeds and opening access to the world. Such pages will function as normal pages for users who don't use such services, while other users who do use such services can grab whatever modules/widgets they need to mix and match on their own pages.
It's unclear how many users use such services, so the question is why use this over static pages?
Basically such services provide a lot of flexibility. Staff can easily create tabs, arrange the layout of each section by drag and drop, grab different sections or pages etc. In comparison, wikis or static pages are harder to customize this way.
A good example is Central Medical Library, University Medical Center Groningen's Netvibes page.
Looking at what libraries have done, you can see there is a lot of room for creativity out there, but let me describe some ideas I like. I basically looked at my own static subject guide and thought how I could convert it to something more dynamic.
Let's take it as given that the OPAC search box, FAQs, instructions etc are already available and focus on subject specific material.
Examples will be drawn from Central Medical Library, University Medical Center Groningen , Shrewsbury and Telford Health Libraries , Dublin City Public Library . My own institution also offers Nexus, which is similar (will blog more about it in another post).
Add RSS feeds of journal or database searches
Why offer lists of high impact journals when you can list table of contents of the latest issues of those journals?
This is a pretty obvious idea, get the RSS feed of the table of contents of the latest issue of the top journals in a given field and then feed it into a widget/module to display the results. Most journals offer the RSS feed on their homepages or you can try ticToOCS Journal Service. To ensure that the link works to handle the ezproxy properly you should convert the RSS feed using the Yahoo pipes method I described previously.
The most basic way would be to offer each RSS feed individually.
But a more advanced idea would be to offer a widget that combines RSS feeds of several journals/search engines, filter out results that don't meet a certain specified keyword , dedupe (and rank?) and display results.
Or how about a widget/module that tracks citation alerts/mentions from Scopus/web of science and Google scholar, and dedupes results? I'm sure that will come in handy for people tracking citations of their papers. A widget linking to citeulike, various web-based citation managers?
Add searchboxes of databases
Why offer a boring static link to the recommended say Economics databases, when you can offer dynamic search widgets?
Using the method I described here on now to Creating custom search boxes for library use , one can also offer search widgets to be placed on the startup page. If you are a truly progresive library offering opensearch plugins, you can also provide a link to it too.
As the image above shows, the user can grab the whole widget to put on their startup page (click on wrench icon), or they can click on "add search to browser" link next to the title to add the opensearch plugin version to their browser's search box!
Topcited articles in given area
Use Scopus topcited to list top cited article in an area of interest.
Add book related widgets
You can create a RSS feed from your OPAC showing a list of new books in a certain subject, or popular books.
Shrewsbury and Telford Health Libraries , Dublin City Public Library
Or better yet embed a Librarything Widget!
Central Medical Library, University Medical Center Groningen
Add Delicious, social bookmarking widgets
Your library uses Delicious to tag internet links? Insert a blog roll as a widget!
Dublin City Public Library
Add instructional tips
If you have being linking to powerpoints of your subject specific tutorials, convert them into slideshare (or similar alternatives) and then put in the widget. It's a bit clunky to have one slideshare widget for one presentation, so package them all in one using slideshare presentation pack to combine several in one (see below). Have screencasts of tutorials? Even better!
Most popular blog posts in given area
My subject area is Economics so I can use palgrave's Econolog which tracks and ranks most popular (based on comments) Economics blog posts.
But what if you want to add blogs on other topics? What you should do is to combine the top 20 or so blogs in your area, aggregate and rank them using Postrank and grab only the top posts.
If you are not sure what the top blogs are in a given area, you can use delicious to search for most popular blogs (e.g. Geography+blog), grab and combine the posts from these feeds and then pass then through Postrank , a service which checks for duplicates and ranks or just displays top blog posts based on popularity (number of comments, number of clicks, number of blog trackbacks, links from social media sites like Twitter, Friendfeed, Digg, delicious, see details etc).
Excellent resources on this topic include
- How to : Build a Social media cheat sheet on any topic.
- Automating Marshall Kirkpatrick's "Social Media Cheatsheet" process with Yahoo! Pipes
- Building a dynamic social media dashboard
Add other library widgets
If you have created subject specific library widgets like conduit toolbars, bookmarklets etc , why not offer them here?
Central Medical Library, University Medical Center Groningen
Add calender widget
Use various calender 2.0 services like Google calender, 30boxes, upcoming etc to list events. E.g upcoming talks of interest (e.g. database talk, tutorials etc).
Add feedback widget
Insert Meebo or your favourite chat widget so you can get feedback. Add a poll, or a askalibrarian form. If you are really bold, how about adding a twitter widget or even a getsatisfaction page/widget!
Central Medical Library, University Medical Center Groningen
Add custom google search engine
Most subject guides have a link to a list of free online resources. Why not create a custom search engine to search those sites? Use either Google custom search engine or Rollyo search engine
and offer it as a widget
Add Google analytics
Want to know how often your public Netvibes page is being accessed? Add a module with the google analyics code included! Of course, this works only for the public page, but typically each module/widget usage will be automatically tracked as well.
Central Medical Library, University Medical Center Groningen
I'm just scratching the surface of what can be done. In the future I will from time to time post about specific library widgets that have useful functionality.
Until then
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Visit the MTA's Bikes website for comprehensive information about bringing bikes on MTA buses and trains. Bikes are allowed on NYC Subways at all times. Bikes are not allowed on most NYC Buses. However, S53 and S93 buses are equipped with bike racks going between Bay Ridge, Brooklyn and Staten Island and Q50 and Bx23 buses equipped with bike racks going between Flushing, Queens and Co-op City in the Bronx (See more about the Bike & Ride program on MTA buses). See below for information on the bike policies from other transit companies in the area. Download bikes on transit rules (pdf) Download the bikes on transit rules in Chinese, Haitian Creole, Italian, Korean, Spanish or Russian
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- Bikes are allowed on the subway at all times, but try to avoid rush hours.
- Carry your bike on stairs. Wait until the staircase is not crowded. Don't bump the bike down the stairs; you may lose control.
- Use the service gate. Do not try to lift your bike over the turnstile. Signal the token clerk to release the gate. Use a MetroCard and roll the turnstile. Pull the service gate to enter.
- Board at the least crowded part of the train, which usually is the front or the back. Never put your bike where it could block an aisle or a door.
- Stand by your bike. Move your bike to allow others to pass or sit down. If there is a train or station evacuation, you must leave your bike behind to ensure a swift and safe exit for all passengers.
- Avoid rush hour trains. Conflicts can occur between passengers and cyclists due to limited space or crowded trains.
- If possible, use BMT or IND trains (letter trains, e.g. A or F), which are wider than IRT trains (number trains, e.g. 3 or 7).
Bikes are allowed on the Staten Island Ferry at no charge, and must abide by the Staten Island Ferry rules of conduct for all passengers, and these rules for bicyclists:
- Bicyclists must board on the lower level at both the St. George and Whitehall Ferry Terminals.
- Bicyclists must dismount and walk their bicycles to the waiting area and when boarding and departing the boat. Stay clear of pedestrians.
- All bicycles must be stored in the designated bicycle storage area on the lower level of each vessel.
- All passengers are subject to screening upon arrival at the ferry terminals.
- Bicycles may not be left on racks on vessels for more than one trip
- Bicycles left on outdoor racks for more than 24 hours will be removed.
- DOT is not responsible for stolen or damaged bicycles.
Other ferries in the region:
- Bikes are allowed on NY Waterway ferries, including the East River Ferry, with a $1 extra fee (800-53-FERRY).
- Bikes are allowed on Seastreak ferries with a $3 extra fee (800-BOAT-RIDE).
- Bikes are allowed on Liberty Landing boats at no charge (201-985-4000).
- Bikes are allowed on NY Water Taxis at no charge (212-742-1969).
- Bikes are allowed on the Governors Island Ferry at all times with no charge.
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The bicycle policies on railroads in the region vary. Bikes may be restricted to specific cars, and generally a limited number of bikes are allowed in each car. Contact these service providers for more information:
LIRR & Metro-North
A lifetime $5 permit is required for each passenger with a bike. Bikes generally allowed, except at rush hour in the peak direction and on holidays. Learn more from the MTA
Staten Island Railway
Bikes allowed at all times, except for weekdays in the peak direction. Learn more from the MTA
NJ Transit
Folding bikes allowed at all times. Standard bikes generally allowed, except at rush hour in the peak direction, and on holidays. Learn more from NJ Transit
Bikes allowed at all times except rush hours. Learn more from PATH
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1.1 EFFECTIVE DATE: October 26, 2000
1.1.1 REVISED: October 26, 2006
1.1.2 REVISED: April 23, 2009
1.2 TYPE OF ACTION: Update
2.0 PURPOSE: To establish a State of Kansas policy regarding accessibility requirements for all State of Kansas internet, intranet, and extranet websites, web services, and web applications, including those that are developed internally, developed via contract, provided by third parties on behalf of state Entities, or purchased products.
3.0 ORGANIZATIONS AFFECTED: All branches, boards, commissions, divisions, departments and agencies of the state, herein referred to as Entities.
4.1 K.S.A. 44-1001, et. seq. Kansas Acts Against Discrimination.
4.2 Americans with Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C.A., Section 12101, et.seq. See also 28CFR 35.160, and K.S.A. 58-1301 et. seq.
4.3 SECTION 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 U.S.C. § 794d) (http://www.usdoj.gov/crt/508/508law.php)
4.4 United State Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board's Electronic and Information Technology Access Advisory Committee Final Report (https://www.access-board.gov/guidelines-and-standards/communications-and-it/about-the-section-508-standards/background/advisory-committee-final-report)
4.5 World Wide Web Consortium's (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0 (http://www.w3.org/TR/WCAG20/)
4.6 K.S.A. 2007 Supp. 75-7203 authorizes the Information Technology Executive Council (ITEC) to: Adopt information resource policies and procedures and provide direction and coordination for the application of the state's information technology resources for all state entities.
5.1 World Wide Web Consortium (W3C): An international consortium of private and public organizations whose purpose is to develop vendor-neutral, open standards for the World Wide Web.
5.2 Section 508: Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 U.S.C. § 794d), an act requiring Federal agencies to make their electronic and information technology accessible to people with disabilities.
5.3 Web Developer: Any individual responsible for the design, development, and/or maintenance of state websites, web services, or web applications.
5.4 Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI): W3C group that works with organizations around the world to develop strategies, guidelines, and resources to help make the Web accessible to people with disabilities.
5.5 Kansas Partnership for Accessible Technology (KPAT): A standing advisory committee to the ITEC and other committees, boards and commissions, established by Executive Order 2008-12 to address web and information technology accessibility issues.
5.6 Financial or Administrative Undue Burden: A significant difficulty or expense. In determining whether an action would result in a financial or administrative undue burden, an entity shall consider all entity resources available for use in the funding and operation of the program or component for which the web site, web application, or web service is being developed, procured, maintained, or used. Also see K.S.A. §58-1301b and 28 CFR § 35.164.
5.7 Best Practices: Refers to those practices that are compliant with the procedures outlined in Section 7.0 and have been demonstrated as most efficient and effective in implementing websites, web services, and web applications.
6.1 All Entity websites, web services, and web applications shall be accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities in accordance with federal and state law.
7.1 All Entity websites, web services, and web applications must, at a minimum, comply with:
7.1.1 W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines Level A and AA Success Criteria (http://www.w3.org/TR/WCAG/)
7.1.2 Section 508 Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility Standards, Web-based intranet and internet information and applications (36 CFR § 1194.22) (http://section508.gov/index.cfm?fuseAction=stdsdoc#Web)
7.2 All Entity websites, web services, and web applications must meet the requirements set forth in Section 7.1 within 18 months of the most recent of the following:
7.2.1 The publication date of the latest version of the W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
7.2.2 The publication date of the Section 508 Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility Standards
7.2.3 The publication date of this policy.
7.3 State Entities are prohibited from deploying web pages, web services, and web applications that do not comply with this policy.
7.4 In cases where a webpage, web service, or web application cannot be made compliant as required in Section 7.1 without an undue burden, an exception may be requested for review by the State ADA Coordinator and the Director of Statewide Web/IT Accessibility. The procedure for obtaining an undue burden exception is as follows:
7.4.1 The request for an exception shall be in writing, shall state the reason(s) that compliance will create a financial or administrative undue burden, and shall be submitted to the State ADA Coordinator. Such requests must receive approval by the State ADA Coordinator prior to deployment.
7.4.2 Entities shall describe in detail the challenges faced in making the webpage, web service, or web application accessible, including an estimate of hard and soft costs that would be incurred in doing so.
7.4.3 Entities shall describe their short-term and long-term solutions for making the webpage, web service, or web application accessible.
7.4.4 Entities shall submit a timeline in which the webpage, web service, or web application will be made accessible, and provide progress updates as requested by the KPAT.
7.5 Unresolved issues or complaints regarding the accessibility of Entity websites, web services or web applications should be brought to the attention of the KPAT.
8.1 Heads of entities are responsible to establish procedures for their organizations to comply with the requirements of this policy.
8.2 The KPAT will review this policy annually, to insure both its applicability and compliance with emerging regulations and standards.
9.0 CANCELLATION: Updates ITEC Policy #1210, Revision 1, titled "State of Kansas Web Accessibility Requirements".


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First hotel is strategically located on Phetchaburi road, in the midst of Pratunam's wholesale garment shopping scene, wiht easy access to the Ratchathewi BTS Skytrain and the Airport Rail Link to Suvarnabhumi International Airport.
The hotel offer 368 rooms and suites, housed inside two main buildings: Main wing and Tower wing. A wide range of dining options awaits to tempt your palate, whether Thai, international, Muslim or Indian cuisine. Other hotel facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, bar and conference facilities.


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Powertop is Linux tool to find out what is using power on a laptop. This program only works on Intel based laptops. It is very good software to extend Laptop battery life time. I've tested this software with following Intel based laptops:
=> My Sony VAIO Laptop
=> My Dell 6400 Laptop
=> My office HP / Compaq Laptop
From the project page:
Computer programs can make your computer use more power. PowerTOP is a Linux tool that helps you find those programs that are misbehaving while your computer is idle.
PowerTOP combines various sources of information from the kernel into one convenient screen so that you can see how well your system is doing at saving power, and which components are the biggest problems.
PowerTOP has these four basic goals:
=> Show how well your system is using the various hardware power-saving features
=> Show you the culprit software components that are preventing optimal usage of your hardware power savings
=> Help Linux developers test their application and achieve optimal behavior
=> Provide you with tuning suggestions to achieve low power consumption
Quick PowerTOP installation
Type the following commands:
$ sudo apt-get install powertop
$ sudo powetop
(Fig. 01: PowerTop in Action [ Image Credit Intel Corp / Powertop Project] )
Download PowerTOP
=> Visit official project home page to grab PowerTOP software.


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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 21 (UPI) -- Dan Bailey kicked two of his four field goals late in the game Sunday, carrying the Dallas Cowboys over Carolina 19-14.
Bailey's decisive boots each came within the final 3 1/2 minutes of regulation, helping the Cowboys (3-3) snap a two-game losing streak.
Tony Romo (24-of-34 passing, 227 yards, touchdown) hooked up with Miles Austin five times for 97 yards and a TD reception to pace the Cowboys' offense.
Jason Witten chipped in with six grabs for 44 yards in the win.
The Panthers (1-5), meanwhile, dropped their fourth straight despite 222 yards and score as well as 64 rushing yards on six tries from Cam Newton.
Steve Smith led Carolina's receivers with 83 yards on seven catches.


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Palate Press Wine of the Week: 2010 Bonny Doon Vin Gris de Cigare
Another wine, a rosé this time, in Randall Grahm's own idiosyncratic style. Lovely nose of strawberry, melon, and flowers with a hint of vanilla at the back. Very expressive on the palate, especially for a rosé, with sweet but not cloying fruit notes, with a spine of acid and mineral running through it. Finishes long and clean. Not a wuss rosé and may be just the thing for your summer guests who are rosé-shy (if, like me, they've been subjected to too much bad rosé). Try with grilled shrimp. Highly recommended.


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References and Resources for Just-in-Time Teaching
Web-Based Resources
General Information on Just-in-Time Teaching
- Video-based Case Stories - A series of videos from the ELIXR project on how to effectively implement Just-in-Time Teaching in your courses.
- Just-in-Time Teaching Web Site - This web site, created by the original JiTT developers, provides extensive background information on the development of JiTT, JiTT goals, resources, adopters, and impact.
- JiTT Digital Library (more info) - This National Science Foundation-supported digital library for Just-in-Time Teaching pedagogical resources includes a collection of JiTT questions from a variety of disciplines, a wiki, a listing of people who use JiTT in their teaching, and access to a hosting service for first-time users of the JiTT pedagogy. On the JiTTDL hosting server you can post JiTT assignments for your course and retrieve student responses.
Using JiTT in Different Disciplines
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics
- The WebScience Project at IUPUI includes examples of JiTT exercises (Warm-Ups), Puzzles, and "Good Fors" in biology, physics, chemistry, and mathematics.
- Using JiTT in Economics Web site - Provides information on how to get started with JiTT, including a step-by-step example.
- Video on using JiTT in Economics (Quicktime Video 6.5MB Sep16 10) - Watch Dr. Mark Maier, Glendale Community College, explain how he uses Just-in-Time Teaching in his Principles of Economics courses.
History of Photography
- Using JiTT in a History of 20th Century Photography Course - This course portfolio describes the instructor's efforts to help students in a history of photography course improve their critical thinking skills through intensive writing, mediated through the use of JiTT exercises.
JiTT References - General (In Reverse Chronological Order)
Simkins, Scott and Maier, Mark (Eds.) (2010) Just in Time Teaching: Across the Disciplines, Across the Academy, Stylus Publishing.
Patterson, E.T. (2005) Just-in-Time Teaching: Technology Transforming Learning – A Status Report, Invention and Impact: Building Excellence in Undergraduate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Education, American Association for the Advancement of Science.NSF-AAAS-sponsored national conference highlighting recent innovations in undergraduate STEM education.
Rhem, James. (2005). Just-in-Time Teaching Tomorrow's Professor listserv posting, originally published in the National Teaching and Learning Forum Newsletter, Volume 14, Number 1.
Novak, G. & Middendorf, J. (2004) Just-in-Time Teaching. In: Volume IV - What Works, What Matters, What Lasts. Project Kaleidoscope.This article from the Project Kaleidoscope web site describes JiTT, how it works, and the benefits of employing it in your classroom.
Novak, G.M & Patterson, E.T. (2000) The Best of Both Worlds: WWW Enhanced In-Class Instruction . Paper presented at IASTED International Conference on Computers and Advanced Technology in Education, May 24-27, 2000 Cancun, MexicoThis paper introduces Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT), a method that strives to implement a more active learning environment than lecture based classes.
Novak, Gregor M., Patterson, E. T., Gavrin, A. D., and Christian, W. (1999) Just-In-Time-Teaching: Blending Active Learning with Web Technology , Prentice Hall.
Novak, G.M & Patterson, E.T. (1998) Just-in-Time Teaching: Active Learner Pedagogy with WWW . Paper presented at IASTED International Conference on Computers and Advanced Technology in Education, May 27 -30, 1998 Cancun, MexicoThis paper presents information on Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT) challenges, classrooms, web pages and parts, and assessment.
Creed, Tom. (1997) Extending the Classroom Walls Electronically. In: New Paradigms for College Teaching, eds. William E. Campbell and Karl A. Smith, 149-184. Edina, MN: Interaction Book Co.This is an early development of the use of out-of-class assignments to inform in-class teaching, mediated through the use of web-based technology. While focused on the pedagogical benefits/challenges of "electronic communication", the author's "classroom example" describes what later would be called a JiTT exercise.
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Research on JiTT in the Disciplines
Multiple Disciplines (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
Marrs, Kathleen A., Blake, R. E. and Gavrin, A. D. (2003) Web-Based Warm Up Exercises in Just-In-Time Teaching: Determining Students' Prior Knowledge and Misconceptions in Biology, Chemistry and Physics , Journal of College Science Teaching, 33 (1).
The authors show that JiTT exercises can be used to reveal students' prior knowledge and misconceptions in biology, chemistry, and physics.
Christensen, T. (2005). Changing the Learning Environment in Large General Education Astronomy Classes - The Gradual, Ongoing Transformation . Journal of College Science Teaching, 35, 3, 34.The author describes the gradual, ongoing transformation of a large general education astronomy class via JiTT and in-class, cooperative, small group exercises.
Klionsky, D. J. (2002). Constructing Knowledge in the Lecture Hall - A Quiz-Based, Group-Learning Approach to Introductory Biology . Journal of College Science Teaching,31, 4, 246.This article describes several changes the author made to his introductory biology class to improve his students' study habits and to develop a constructivist, problem-based learning environment.
Marrs, 2005, Assessment of JiTT on Student Learning - Powerpoint PresentationThe author documents improved student study habits, class preparation, and greater gains in content knowledge in a biology course using JiTT.
Marrs, K. A., & Chism, G. W. (April 2005). Just-in-Time Teaching for Food Science: Creating an Active Learner Classroom . Journal of Food Science Education,4,2, 27-34.The authors describe how Just-in-Time Teaching has been used in biology education and how it can be used in food science education.
Marrs, Kathleen A., and Novak, Gregor M. (2004) Just-in-Time Teaching in Biology: Creating an Active Learner Classroom Using the Internet , Cell Biology Education, 3 (1), 49-61.The authors describe the use of JiTT in teaching biology at the undergraduate and graduate levels, to both science majors and non-science majors. Assessment results indicate decreased attrition, improved student attitudes and study habits, increases in interactivity, and cognitive gains in classrooms using JiTT.
Slunt, K. M., & Giancarlo, L. C. (2004). In the Classroom - Student-Centered Learning: A Comparison of Two Different Methods of Instruction . Journal of Chemical Education,81,7, 985.The authors compared the use of Concept Tests and JiTT in small lecture-based chemistry classes; they found that while both improved student learning the JiTT approach had a greater impact on student participation and performance than Concept Tests did.
Simkins, Scott and Maier, Mark. (2004) Using Just-in-Time Teaching Techniques in the Principles of Economics Course , Social Science Computer Review, 22 (4), pp. 444-456.This article provides an overview of Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT) pedagogy and the development, implementation, and assessment of JiTT pedagogy in teaching introductory, college-level economics courses. Includes regression-based assessment of JiTT on student learning outcomes, after accounting for a variety of student-level characteristics. [Pre-publication version]
Engineering/Environmental Science
Gavrin, A., Cashman, Eileen M., Eschenbach, Elizabeth A. (2005) Special Session - Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT): Using Online Exercises to Enhance Classroom Learning, 35th ASEE/IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference.
This paper describes the implementation of JiTT in a large class of introductory environmental engineering and environmental science students. Feedback from the students after one semester indicated that 93% thought the JiTT approach improved their learning.
Baer, E.M., Baer, E. H., Burn, H., Gilbert, L.A., Whittington, C. (2002) Abstracts with Programs - Geological Society of America Cordilleran Section, 98th Annual Meeting, May 13-15, 2002, Mathpatch - a Just in Time approach to teaching quantitative skills in introductory Courses .This presentation outlines the implementation of Mathpatch, a one-credit course on quantitative skills that can be taken in conjunction with an introductory geology class. This course embodies the principals of Just-in-Time Teaching in that quantitative skills are learned in Mathpatch just-in-time to be used in the geology course.
de Caprariis, Pascal, Barman, Charles & Magee, Paula (2001) Monitoring the Benefits of Active Learning Exercises in Introductory Survey Courses: An Attempt to Improve the Education of Prospective Public School Teachers , The Journal of Scholarship of Teaching and Learning v. 1, n. 2, p. 13-23.This article explains changes in student learning initiated by the implementation of active-learning exercises in a traditionally lecture-based geology classroom.
Grove, Karen. (2002) Using online homework assignments to implement the learning cycle in large courses for general education , Journal of Geoscience Education v50 n5 566-574.This article describes online homework assignments named Virtual Voyages, that were designed to more actively engage students with course material in a large-sized, introductory geoscience course.
Guertin, L., Zappe, S., & Kim, H. (2007). Just-in-Time Teaching Exercises to Engage Students in an Introductory-Level Dinosaur Course . Journal of Science Education and Technology,16,6, 507-514Students in an introductory-level general education geoscience course reported increased learning and engagement in a course with required weekly assignments.
Linneman, S., & Plake, T. (2006). Searching for the Difference: A Controlled Test of Just-in-Time Teaching for Large-Enrollment Introductory Geology Courses. Journal of Geoscience Education,54,1, 18.Researchers at Western Washington Univerisity tested the effectiveness of Just-in-Time Teaching methods in introductory geology courses through an analysis of exam grades and student evaluations.
Gavrin, A.D. & Novak, G. (1999) What is Physics Good For? Motivating Students With Online Materials . Paper presented at IASTED International Conference on Computers and Advanced Technology in Education, May 6-8, 1999 Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaThis essay addresses motivation and science literacy by fostering inquisitiveness and understanding of various topics in physics, while simultaneously encouraging students to practice writing and use the Web as a resource.
Benedict, J. O., and Anderton, J. B. (2004) Applying the Just-in-Time Teaching Approach to Teaching Statistics , Teaching of Psychology, 31, 197-199.Return to the top of the page.
The authors used Just-in-Time Teaching in their statistics class. When compared to an equivalent class based on content and textbook, the students in the JiTT class performed better on the final exam and expressed satisfaction with the approach.
Complementary Pedagogies
Reading Questions
Henderson, C. & Rosenthal, A. (2006) [link https://web.archive.org/web/20180423093845/http://homepages.wmich.edu/~chenders/Publications/ReadingQuestions2005.pdf 'Reading Questions: Encouraging Students to Read the Text Before Coming to Class'], Journal of College Science Teaching, 35 (7), 46-50.This article discusses how JiTT can be used to encourage students to read prior to class by having them develop "reading questions" related to the day's readings. The questions are used to identify student learning gaps, initiative faculty-student discussions, and inform in-class instruction.
Peer Instruction (PI)
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Crouch, Catherine H. and Mazur, Eric (2001) Peer Instruction: Ten Years of Experience and Results. American Journal of Physics, 69, 970-977.As the title suggests, the article provides an overview of the impact of Peer Instruction on teaching and learning in physics.
Fagen, Adam P., Crouch, Catherine H., and Mazur, Eric (2002) Peer Instruction: Results from a Range of Classrooms, Physics Teacher, 40, 206-209.This article shows that Peer Instruction can be used in a variety of educational environments.
Mazur, Eric., Peer Instruction: A User Manual. Prentice-Hall, 1996.The definitive resource on getting started with Peer Instruction, from the person who made this pedagogical practice so well known.
Redish, Edward F. Chapter 7: Lecture-Based Methods. Teaching Physics with the Physics Suite. John Wiley and Sons.The author discusses the use of JiTT in conjunction with Peer Instruction as a way to increase active learning in lecture-based courses.
University of Maryland Physics Education Research Group, The Physics Suite. Peer Instruction Problems.A library of Peer Instruction problems, which can also be used as the basis for JiTT exercises.
Watkins, Jessica and Mazur, Eric. Just-in-Time Teaching and Peer Instruction. In Simkins, Scott and Maier, Mark (Eds.) (2010) Just in Time Teaching: Across the Disciplines, and Across the Academy, Stylus Publishing.The authors provide a comprehensive overview about how to combine JiTT and Peer Instruction and provide evidence that adding JiTT to Peer Instruction increases student learning even more than Peer Instruction alone.
JiTT History and Development
Project Kaleidoscope Just-in-Time Teaching: Interview with a Pioneer (more info)This is the transcript of a Project Kaleidoscope interview with Gregor Novak. Discussion topics include how JiTT was developed and how JiTT uses web-based exercises to foster better personal interaction between students and faculty.
Rozycki, William (1999) Just-in-Time Teaching and its Development , Research and Creative Activity v 22, n1This article discusses the evolution of Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT), a method developed by Gregor Novak and colleagues that incorporates interactive lectures and collaborative recitation.
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A Teaching and Learning Sampler
Angelo and Cross (1993) Classroom Assessment Techniques: A Handbook for College Teachers (Second Edition) Jossey-Bass Publishers: San FranciscoThis book by Thomas Angelo and K. Patricia Cross provides a practical guide to help faculty develop a better understanding of the learning process in their own classrooms and assess the impact of their teaching upon it. The authors offer detailed how-to advice on classroom assessment.
Bransford, John; Brown, Ann L. and Cocking, Rodney R. (Editors). (2000) How People Learn: Brain, Mind, Experience, and School: Expanded Edition , National Research Council (U. S.) Committee on Learning Research and Educational Practice, National Academies Press.This summary of educational research stresses that students of all ages 1) come to school with preconceptions about the subjects they are learning that, if not engaged, will interfere with learning, 2) need deep rather than broad knowledge of a subject, and 3) learn differently as novices than they do as intermediate learners becoming experts.
Chickering, Arthur W. and Zelda F. Gamson. (1987). Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education. AAHE Bulletin March.Mazur, E., Fagen, A., Crouch, C., & Callan, J. (2004). Classroom demonstrations: Learning tools or entertainment?. Am. J. Phys., 72(6), 835-838.This is a classic reference on effective teaching practices, based on a summary of educational research through the mid-1980s.
The authors show that students who predict the outcome of a demonstration before seeing it display significantly greater understanding than students who passively observe the demonstration.
Misconceptions as Barriers to Understanding Science (1997). In Science Teaching Reconsidered: A Handbook. National Academies Press, Washington, DC.Redish, Edward F. (2003) Teaching Physics with the Physics Suite. Wiley.Topics covered include the role of misconceptions in the learning process, descriptions and examples of some common misconceptions in science, and methods used to identify and break down misconceptions.
This book provides a brief introduction to the implications of Physics Education Research for physics instruction and can be used as a handbook for improving physics teaching. The author reviews the cognitive basis for the current instructional consensus in PER and discusses a dozen popular active-engagement teaching methods and many various methods and tools to improve physics instruction.


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Authorities arrested a Connecticut mom and took away her pet monkey after it scratched the Waterbury woman's 10-year-old daughter.
Police said 10-year-old Samantha was injured on a snow day when she took Aladdin, the little marmoset monkey, out of a cage.
Aladdin reached for a shiny hair clip, scratching the girl's forehead.
When Samantha returned to school, someone asked how she got the injury and she said it was from the monkey. The school then contacted police and the animal control officer contacted the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, reporting that a primate had bitten or scratched a youngster.
Samantha's mom, Mariantonia Morales, said authorities demanded she give them the monkey.
Morales said her sister brought Aladdin from her home in South Carolina, where the monkey is legal, to keep her company while recovering from surgery and complications from her cancer diagnosis.
"I felt that I was being bullied," Morales said. "I'm worried, and I'm heartbroken because they don't care that he's a part of the family. They just think it's just a monkey. But it's not just a monkey. For me, it's not just a monkey."
In Connecticut, marmoset monkeys are not allowed as pets, according to DEEP.
State law prohibited residents from owning primates that weigh more than 50 pounds.
It went into effect in 2004 after a chimpanzee escaped and led police on a chase in Stamford.
Five years later, that chimp, Travis, mauled Charla Nash.
After that brutal attack, the state cracked down on exotic pets.
"Working with DEEP, we determined that it's illegal to have that type of animal in the house," Waterbury Deputy Police Chief Chris Corbett said.
DEEP police charged Morales with illegal possession of an exotic or dangerous animal.
Police said it's a person's responsibility to know the laws of the state they're in.
"Based on that, the mother was charged with risk of injury to a minor. One, because she shouldn't have had that animal in the house with the child and two, because she didn't seek medical treatment for the child," Corbett said.
Morales showed NBC Connecticut hospital documentation where doctors called her daughter's injury an abrasion, not a bite, as well as records of Aladdin's vaccinations.
"I thought in my mind, as a mother, you get a scratch, what do you do? You put some Bacitracin on it and call it a day. She wasn't bit," Morales said.
Morales said she hopes some of the charges against her will be dismissed when she appears in court.
But for now, she's just worried about Aladdin.
"I just want him home. I have a six-month lease here. In May, if this is gonna be an outcome, I'm out, I can't be here," she said.
DEEP said the monkey was taken to Beardsley Zoo Bridgeport for observation. If he is healthy, he will be placed at an appropriate zoo or educational facility, according to DEEP.


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