Creating the Need to Know

Context-based teaching provides a strategy that gives the responsibility of learning back to the student. This approach is being used at Virginia Tech in a number of settings, including an introductory Biology class with 325 students

The Content of the Form and other Textual Politics. Configurations of Nationhood and Citizenship in Disgrace and Agaat

This text seeks to rethink the relationship between literature and citizenship or, more generally, identity. It does so by analysing two recent South-African novels i.e. J.M Coetzee’s Disgrace (1999) and Marlene van Niekerk’s Agaat (2006). Both Disgrace and Agaat are examples of how the singularity of great literary works needs an interdisciplinary approach that does justice to the way in which a novel is part of, and simultaneously co-constructs, the discourses on history, identity and citizenship

STABILIZATION OF IRON MINE TAILINGS THROUGH MICROBIALLY INDUCED CALCITE PRECIPITATION

Mine tailings are deposited into large-scale impoundments. Seasonal temperature fluctuations destabilize particles on the impoundment surface. Wind-induced shear stresses on the destabilized particles can in turn result in suspension of micron-sized particles into the atmosphere, creating dust storms that pose hazards to humans and the environment. Thus, efficient and sustainable methods of dust abatement are needed. One novel method for controlling dust emissions is biomodification. For example, Sporosarcina pasteurii can promote biocalcification in soil via ureolysis. However, application of this method to fined grained materials, such as mine tailings, is challenging. The goal of this work was to perform a proof-of-concept demonstration of biocalcification applied to mine tailings, and examine the associated strength increase at the soil surface. Laboratory experiments coupled with multiple analytical methods were used to confirm the formation of the surface crust, and its impact on strength. Crust formation was demonstrated with S. pasteurii and native microorganisms

The preparation of pastors in premarital counseling

Historically, clergy have been the primary providers of premarital counseling (PMC). Over the past 50 years, limited research has been focused on the preparation needs of pastors in PMC. When asked, they claimed to feel inadequate as PMC providers. They cited inadequate seminary education as the reason (Babb, 1992; Buikema, 1999; Ipes, 1982; Loskot, 1993; Stahmann & Hiebert, 1997).;The purpose of this qualitative research study was to examine the lived experience of pastors and their PMC ring needs by seeking their direct input. Twelve interviews were conducted. The researcher developed a 10-question protocol based on his previous research on PMC (Buikema, 1999) and the review of related literature. Using a qualitative research paradigm, an attempt was made to garner rich thick descriptions of the perceived training concerns of clergy in PMC.;Six domains emerged from the verbal data: (1) the inadequacy of PMC training; (2) the responsibility of PMC; (3) the components of PMC training; (4) the role of professionals in PMC training; (5) the prospects of continuing education in PMC; and (6) the current practices of PMC ministries.;Several key findings emerged in the process of evaluating the respondents\u27 responses. Firstly, the clergy were inadequately prepared to deliver PMC services. Secondly, 11 of 12 participants felt that the seminaries were principally responsible for PMC preparation of pastors. They also indicated that churches, denominational agencies, and pastors have a vital role in the PMC training process. Thirdly, the respondents identified three training components in PMC: basic premarital content, relational skills, and exposure to assessment dents. Fourthly, all 12 participants affirmed the use of professionals during their seminary training. Fifthly, the respondents expressed a desire to engaged in post-seminary PMC education. A related finding was the pastor\u27s responsibility to pursue continuing educational opportunities in PMC and other related ministry areas. The last finding was that there was no set pattern in the PMC practices of the pastors outside of the basic PMC content.;More research is needed on these six domains. A concerted effort is required by all concerned parties to collaborate on designing effective and measurable PMC training for clergy

Система словообразовательных гнезд как ядерный конструкт периферии ФСК взаимности

Статья из специализированного выпуска научного журнала "Культура народов Причерноморья", материалы которого объединены общей темой "Язык и Мир" и посвящены общим вопросам Языкознания и приурочены к 80-летию со дня рождения Николая Александровича Рудякова.Стаття із спеціалізованого випуску наукового журналу "Культура народов Причерноморья", матеріали якого поєднані загальною темою "Мова і Світ" і присвячені загальним питанням мовознавства і приурочені до 80-річчя з дня народження Миколи Олександровича Рудякова

COVID-19 related thrombi in ascending and descending thoracic aorta with peripheral embolization: a case report

Background: COVID-19 (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2) infected patients have increased risk for thrombotic events, which initially may have been under recognized. The existence of cardiovascular emboli can be directly life threatening when obstructing the blood flow to vital organs such as the brain or other parts of the body. The exact mechanism for this hypercoagulable state in COVID-19 patients yet remains to be elucidated. Case summary: A 72-year-old man critically ill with COVID-19 was diagnosed with a free-floating and mural thrombus in the thoracic aorta. Subsequent distal embolization to the limbs led to ischaemia and necrosis of the right foot. Treatment with heparin and anticoagulants reduced thrombus load in the ascending and thoracic aorta. Discussion: One-third of COVID-19 patients show major thrombotic events, mostly pulmonary emboli. The endothelial expression of angiotensin-converting enzyme-2 receptors makes it feasible that in patients with viraemia direct viral-toxicity to the endothelium of also the large arteries results in local thrombus formation. Up to date, prophylactic anticoagulants are recommended in all patients that are hospitalized with COVID-19 infections to prevent venous and arterial thrombotic complications

"Het dorp te Guigoven" Gemeente Kortessem. Een opgraving

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