Atlanta Housing Interplay: Reinventing the Digital Monograph

This panel will discuss Atlanta Housing Interplay, a new digital art history project in development at Emory University. The project, focused on the first public housing projects built in Atlanta in the 1930s, seeks to provide a model for a published, digital monograph. The talk will explain the origins of Atlanta Housing Interplay, its structure, and how it will bridge the gap between traditional print scholarship and interactive online projects. The panel will explore the issues of platform, publishing, and target audience and talk about striking a balance between academic research and public history

The development of social welfare services in the Transkei from 1963-1983

Bibliography: pages 277-302.The study is a historical analysis of the development of social welfare services in the Transkei from 1968- 1983. The background idea to this study is that over the 20-year period, casual observations reveal that much has been done by way of social work service delivery but very little has been done to scientifically document the developments. The need for scientific investigation and documentation was therefore indicated. The first task was the basic definition and exposition of social welfare and related concepts like social work social policy and social administration. Theories examined included those of some Western writers especially British and American. The understanding of social welfare in the Transkei has been outlined and compared with the current western and Third World approaches. Progressive stages in the development of social welfare services from private bodies to the establishment of a state department of Social Welfare and Pensions have been reviewed. The traditional humanitarian and religious influences in the development of social welfare in the Transkei have been examined and the resultant current trends briefly outlined. Various agencies including state departments, corporations, welfare organisations and other social institutions have been focused in this regard. The training of social workers both in the Transkei, the rest of the Southern African region and overseas as an influential factor in the development of social welfare in the Transkei has been examined. In the summary, a brief review of the study has been given. The need for more intensive study emerged. Major recommendations included the following: 1. Structural : with a view to having the Transkei government not only maintain the existence of the Department of Social Welfare, but to transfer all the relevant functions like counselling and rural development to the relevant department. 2. Academic which includes a review of the academic requirements for grassroots social work practice and university staffing in such a manner that the practitioners and trainers are neither above nor below the standard requirements as recommended in the study. 3. General which include consideration of a pension scheme for labourers and deferred pay for the benefit of families left in the country by migrant labourers

A Randomized Trial of a Comprehensive Training Process to Enhance Safe Driving in Older Adults

In Canada, older adult driving exposure is increasing quite drastically. However, older adult drivers have a higher motor vehicle collision fatality risk compared to younger age groups. Therefore, older adult driver safety is an area requiring considerable attention. Using a randomized controlled trial study design, the present study investigated the effectiveness of a comprehensive training process to enhance safe driving in older adults. Based on their age and sex, participants (n=78), aged 65 years and above, were block randomized to one of three driving training intervention groups: 1) in-class training (control); 2) in-class plus on-road training (with individualized feedback); and 3) in-class plus on-road plus simulator training (with individualized feedback). The main outcome measure was the number of unsafe-driving actions committed before and after receiving designated driving training interventions on a standardized on-road driving evaluation, captured by video and GPS technology, and scored by a blinded, independent rater. Driving knowledge and driving comfort data were also collected for all participants before and after receiving their designated interventions. Mean baseline total on-road driving scores were similar for intervention groups, averaging 129.78 (SD=29.87) for the control group, 128.48 (SD=20.15) for the in-class plus on-road training group, and 127.73 (SD=24.24) for the in-class plus on-road plus simulator training group. The control group achieved an average reduction of 7.18 (95% CI [0.11, 14.26]) unsafe-driving actions; the in-class plus on-road training group and the in-class plus on-road plus simulator-training group achieved an average reduction of 41.64 (95% CI [26.21, 53.29]) and 38.69 (95% CI [22.20, 52.16]) unsafe-driving actions, respectively, especially regarding vehicle control and observation errors. Driving knowledge also significantly improved from 74.4% to 83.2% of questions answered correctly before receiving the in-class training component to after receiving the in-class training component; however, there were no significant differences between intervention groups in post- intervention driving comfort levels. The findings demonstrate that achieving considerable improvements in older adults’ driving relies on on-road training, and that individualized feedback supplementation should be the focus of more inquiry. Limitations and future research directions are also discussed

Incorporating indigenous African languages in higher education: Student attitudes towards learning materials in isiXhosa at the University of the Western Cape

Magister Artium - MAThere have been extensive studies conducted on the language attitudes of students or their parents at primary, secondary as well as tertiary levels of education in South Africa. Many scholars have found that African language speakers hold negative attitudes towards their own languages (De Klerk, 2000; Barkhuizen, 2002; Dyers, 1999; and Conduah, 2003). This is rather unfortunate, given the several constitutional and other policy provisions in South Africa promoting multilingual education (see Constitution, 1996; Language-in-education policy, 1997; Higher education language policy, 2002; UWC language policy, 2003). These negative attitudes have been attributed to a number of factors by scholars (see Kamwangamalu, 2000; Somhlahlo, 2009; Alexander 2004)

Comparative Studies of the Speciation Patterns of Nickel and Chromium in Surface-, Ground- and Wastewater Systems in Botswana

Results of speciation stdies of nickel and chromium in wastewater, surface and groundwater systems using flame atomic absorption spectrometry (FAAS), graphite furnace atomic absorption spectrometry (GFAAS) and differential pulse adsorptive cathodic stripping voltammetry (DPAdCSV) are presented. Dimethylglyoxime (DMG) and diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid (DTPA) were used as complexing agents forDPAdCSVdetermination of nickel and chromium, respectively, at a hanging mercury drop electrode (HMDE). Total nickel was in the range 3091–3201 mg L–1 in wastewater from an electroplating plant, 8.1–14.4 μg L–1 in surface water (freshwater) and 6.38–16.95 μg L–1 in groundwater. Total chromium was in the range 34.99–37.03 mg L–1 in electroplating wastewater and 15.8–571.0 mg L–1 in tannery effluents. Trace levels of chromium were detected in surface water (3.09–17.42 μg L–1) and groundwater (18.01–36.39 μg L–1). While most of the metal forms were found to be present in the CSV-labile fraction in the wastewater from the electroplating plant (mean of 67.9% for Ni and 79.8% for Cr), less than 5% of the total metal was present as CSV-labile fraction in tannery effluents, surface and groundwater samples. The tannery effluent was found to have very high complexation capacity (about 3 mg of Cr /L of effluent, i.e. 57.8 μM Cr). This complexing capacity of tannery effluent may have a potential application in environmental remediation.Keywords: Speciation, metals, complexation capacity, water systems, adsorptive cathodic stripping voltammetry

Moving towards Systems and Design Thinking through Implementation Science.

Systems Improvement through Service Collaboratives (SISC) is an initiative within Open Minds, Healthy Minds: Ontario’s Comprehensive Mental Health and Addictions Strategy, a ten year plan that commits to transformation of mental health and addiction services for all Ontarians. Within the first three years of the SISC initiative, 18 Service Collaboratives facilitated local systems change to better support individuals with mental health and addictions needs. The initiative is sponsored by the Provincial System Support Program at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. The SISC initiative, used a strategic framework (Implementation Science) to guide a geographically dispersed, cross-sector and community-led systems change process in mental health and addictions. This experience has highlighted some integration with systems and design thinking. When utilized effectively, The Implementation Science framework provides an evidence-informed process to guide intentional, actionable change,. We can look to innovative large-scale initiatives, like SISC, that have tested and adapted approaches in a variety of contexts to better understand how to fully realize the value of integrating these frameworks into evolving system design practice

"The Hidden Springs of Prejudice and Oppression": Slavery and Abolitionism in Connecticut

Thesis advisor: Cynthia L. LyerlyExamines the rise and fall of slavery in Connecticut from the American Revolution to the state's 1848 law abolishing slavery. Also explores the racism present among the state's abolitionists and general populace that differentiated it from surrounding New England states. Explains the distinct nature of Connecticut abolitionism when compared to the national organization.Thesis (BA) — Boston College, 2008.Submitted to: Boston College. College of Arts and Sciences.Discipline: History.Discipline: History Honors Program.Discipline: College Honors Program

PEMANFAATAN KAYU KESAMBI UNTUK PENGOLAHAN TELUR ASAP SEBAGAI WUJUD PENINGKATAN NILAI EKONOMI RUMAH TANGGA

Abstrak: Kegiatan Pelatihan di Desa Kondamara diadakan dengan tujuan membantu masayarakat desa meningkatkan tingkat perekonomian masyarakat melalui kegiatan pengolahan telur ayam asap dengan pemanfaatan kayu kesambi. Hal ini dilakukan  dalam rangka meningkatkan keawetan telur dan mempertahankan nilai gizi telur dimasa pandemi covid 19. Mengawali kegiatan ini,  diadakan diskusi tim pengabdian dengan kepala desa bersama perwakilan ibu-ibu setiap Rt dan  Rw. Kegiatan diskusi membahas tentang persiapan peralatan dan bahan-bahan yang digunakan dalam pelaksanaan pelatihan dan prosedur pengolahan telur, Praktek pengolahan telur asin asap dan uji kepuasan peserta terhadap kegiatan dan pengujian organoleptik terhadap produk olahan yang dihasilkan. Kegiatan ini diikuti oleh 20 orang peserta atau perwakilan setiap Rt dan Rw. Pelatihan ini menggunakan metode ceramah, tanya jawab (diskusi), dan praktikum teknik pengolahan telur asin asap. Hasil yang dicapai berdasarkan hasil dan dari pelaksanaan kegiatan PKM di Desa Kondamara antara lain masyarakat dengan mudah melakukan praktek pengolahan telur asin asap. Selain itu,peserta memberikan tanggapan / respon yang positif bahwa kegiatan tersebut sangat bermanfaat bagi masayarakat setempat karena pengolahan telur dengan pemanfaatan kayu kesambi merupakan peluang besar dalam menjalankan wirausaha dan dapat meningkatkan ketahanan nilai gizi telur di masa pandemi covid 19. Penilaian secara organoleptik, peserta sangat menyukai produk olahan. Kesukaan pada produk meliputi warna, rasa, tekstur dan kesukaan. Abstract:  Training activities in Kondamara Village were held to help communities improve the economic level through processing smoked chicken eggs using kesambi wood . This aimed to increase egg durability and maintain the nutritional value of eggs In the first activity, there was a discussion with the community service team and the villager representing each Rt, Rw The discussion is about the preparation of equipment and materials used in the implementation of training Furthermore, egg processing procedures carried out  the practice of smoked salted and testing. Then, participants give responses about the activities and organoleptic testing of the processed products produced. This activity was attended by 20 participants/representatives of each Rt and Rw. This training uses lecture methods, question, and answer (discussion), and also a practicum on smoked salted egg processing techniques. The results are based on discussion. It can be concluded that the implementation of PKM activities in Kondamara Village make The community easily performs smoked salted egg processing practices and community responses to PkM activities are good which is signed by the positive responses The egg processing using kesambi wood is a great opportunity to run entrepreneurship and increase the resilience of the nutritional value of eggs during the Covid 19 pandemic. As an organoleptic assessment, participants like processed products. Product preferences include color, taste, texture, and preferences

PEMANFAATAN KAYU KESAMBI (SchleicheraOleosa.Merr) SEBAGAI BAHAN PENGASAP DAN PENGARUHNYA TERHADAP SIFAT FISIKOKIMIA DAN ORGANOLEPTIK DENDENG SAPI

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh lama  pengasapan daging dengan daun kesambi terhadap kadar air, pH, dan Organoleptik (warna, rasa, tekstur dan kesukaan). Penelitian ini dilaksanakan pada maret 2020- juni 2020 di Laboratorium Terpadu Universitas Kristen Wira Wacana Sumba. Materi Penelitian yang digunakan adalah daging sapi segar yang diperoleh dari Rumah Potong Hewan (RPH) Kota Waingapu, Sumba Timur.  Daging diambil pada bagian paha belakang sebanyak 15 kg. Penelitian ini menggunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) dengan 3 perlakuan dan 5 ulangan yaitu   pengasapn daun kesambi dengan waktu 30 menit (P1), Pengasapan dengan daun kesambi dengan waktu 60 menit (P2), dan Pengasapan dengan daun kesambi 90 menit (P3). Variabel pengamatan  adalah kadar air, pH, dan organoleptik (warna, rasa, tekstur dan kesukaan). Data yang diperoleh kemudian dianalisis ragan dengan taraf nyata 5%, hasil yang berpengaruh nyata diuji lanjut menggunakan Beda Nyata Terkceil (BNT),  Data nonparametrik organoleptik diolah statistik dengan metode Kruskal-Wallis. Hasil analisis ragam menunjukkan bahwa pengasapan daging sapi dengan lama waktu yang berbeda dapat berpengaruh nyata nyata (P<0,05)  dalam menurunkan kadar air, pH dan meningkatkan organoleptik (warna, rasa, tekstur dan kesukaan) pada dendeng sapi