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1 ONTARIO DISPUTE RESOLUTION SYSTEM REVIEW Submissions by: The Canadian Centre of Excellence in Injury Law October 10,
2 Introduction The Canadian Centre of Excellence in Injury Law is founded to pursue the twin goals of (1) preventing and challenging systemic injury injustices while (2) raising charitable donations for charities such as Lawyers Feed the Hungry program by The Law Society Foundation. The Centre seeks to advance the interests of Ontarians and Canadians, both as users and as funders of the injury justice system. The Centre does not use public funds while it serves the community and raises funds for the public. Recommendations and Submissions 1. Reduce Cost by Eliminating the Mediation Process The mediation process has only limited success that is far from being commensurate with the added expense, delay, and complexity. For every mandatory step in a legal system, the benefits must clearly outweigh the costs. Some statistics suggest settlements at FSCO mediations well exceed 50% or 60%. But this depends on the definition of a settlement. A partial settlement of one of the many issues on one application for mediation apparently suffices the definition of a settlement. Accordingly, such statistics are of limited value. Some keys questions to evaluate success of the mediation process include (1) how many cases settled on a full and final basis? And (2) had there been no mediation process, how many of those cases would have settled on a full and final basis directly by the parties themselves? In our experience, cases that settled at mediation are largely as a result of the willingness and reasonableness of the parties. Where such willingness and reasonableness exist, a mediator is not needed to settle a claim on a full and final basis. Whatever limited values afforded by the mediation process are insufficient to justify its continuation. Maintaining the mediation process, even with an opt-out provision, still burdens injured Ontarians with regulation and complexity that can be avoided. The mediation process was first instituted in about 1990 when legislators, at the time, believed that lawyers would not be needed in the no-fault benefits system because the law would be so simple that injured victims could deal directly with adjusters and insurers. That belief though earnest has been proven wrong, as the complex jurisprudence has shown a real need for professional legal representation. The mediation process therefore has lost its raison d être. A caution against continuation of the mediation process can also be drawn from observing how several insurers sought to appeal the recent court decisions in order to maintain the extensive delay arising from the recent mediation backlog. The insurers insistence on maintaining thousands of mediation applications in the long mediation process suggests that they perceived an advantage flowing from such delay. Where was the interest in settling expeditiously and in good 2
3 faith? This observation reinforces the caution that another mandatory step can be just another delay. Justice delayed is not civil justice. 2. Reduce Cost by Expanding FSCO Jurisdiction to Include Auto Tort Claims: FSCO (or its predecessor the Ontario Insurance Commission) was established to expedite the delivery of no-fault benefits. However, it was also established to keep the costs of dispute resolution and adjudication down for taxpayers, by using an administrative tribunal where the costs are probably far less than half of the costs of administering through the court system (noting salaries of arbitrators alone are less than half of salaries of judges). Rules of evidence are relaxed, procedures are streamlined and FSCO has been justifiably vigorous in keeping its procedures on a tight leash. Its hearings largely used to be completed within four days, despite the fact that the issues of weekly benefits can amount to over $500,000 for younger claimants over their lifetimes, amounts that exceed many court actions. The number of expert witnesses are kept well in check together with the related costs to the system. The lengths of FSCO written decisions are routinely much shorter than court decisions. In summary, quality injury justice at FSCO can be delivered for a lot less than can be delivered in court, a real benefit for any responsible government. Despite its relaxed evidentiary rules, the quality of its decisions has been universally praised and respected by both defence and plaintiff bars, as evidenced by the rare but consistent consensus at FSCO Counsel Forum over the last many years. The various past and present Chairs of the Counsel Forum (consisting of plaintiff and defence lawyers) will likely attest to this fact, confirming our own observations of the comments expressed at these meetings. We now have nearly 25 years of able FSCO jurisprudence. There is little remaining concern to suggest that if we are to expand FSCO mandate to deal with auto tort claims, that they will not be able to continue to fashion a streamlined and responsive delivery of quality decisions. Funding can include the savings from the elimination of the mediation process, as well as the savings of judicial resources as a result of a reduced auto injury caseload. Expanding FSCO mandate will have the corresponding effect of reducing cost in the judicial system by substantially removing the learning curve for trial judges who may otherwise have to acquire this second language that is SABS. In Mercier v. Royal & Sun Alliance [2003] O.J. No. 1233, at para. 4, Justice Quinn lamented on the complexity of SABS in a 113-page decision: The primary issue before the court involves deciding whether the stoppage was justified; and this requires venturing into the Byzantine world of the SABS. Woe be to the injured person caught up in the world of accident benefits who does not have a lawyer in the family. Anyone able to fully understand the SABS should be entitled to claim bilingual status. [emphasis added.] 3
4 More recently another judge of the Superior Court who manages the long trial list reportedly pleaded to a courtroom of mostly injury lawyers to take their SABS actions to FSCO. This may occur more often if FSCO has a mandate that includes auto tort claims. Expanding FSCO jurisdiction and increasing the compliments of FSCO arbitrators will take the pressure off the civil justice system in a cost-effective manner while being responsive to the needs of injured and vulnerable Ontarians. We are not suggesting that victims cannot go to court for auto tort claims. Presently, there is a choice of forum for accident benefits litigation. We should add a new choice of forum for auto tort claims as well. With this additional choice, it appears more conceivable that we can then require a claimant to bring all claims in one forum. We can thereafter also avoid the growing problem which causes extra delays and costs associated with changing forums midstream. When the last Five-Year Review took place in 2008, a leader of the insurance industry suggested the establishment of a specialized court for auto claims. This idea can now be further examined if we are to achieve an effective transformation in the auto injury dispute resolution system as desired by the government. This specialized court can be FSCO with an expanded mandate. Expanding FSCO mandate also has the effect of keeping legal costs down for Ontarians, and also for insurers who pay a maximum hourly rate of only $150 for arbitration expenses. This not only helps to keep legal costs down for insurers and injured victims, but also helps to level the financial playing field between insurers and individual Ontarians. Disparity in the ability finance litigation, hence access to justice, is a systemic barrier to injury justice. 3. Reduce Delays in the Court System by Expanding FSCO Mandate The recommendation above importantly will reduce the delays in the court system which now has again reached unworkable levels (long trial dates are in 2017, motions are some seven months into the future). Many personal injury actions are on the long trial list. 4. Do not privatize FSCO DRS It is unthinkable if we were to privatize the judiciary. Whatever security of tenure and hence much of independence will be eroded. The accompanying risks can destabilize any independence and impartiality of the judiciary, and may contravene the principles of fundamentals justice enshrined in the Charter. Some measure of security of tenure and independence are necessary for FSCO arbitrators. FSCO arbitrators perform functions that are substantially similar to those of the judiciary with regard to no-fault compensation. Their decisions can fundamentally affect the life, liberty and security of the person for injured and vulnerable Ontarians. They must be afforded some meaningful measure of security and independence. Their employment should not be dictated by private interests and controlled largely by pecuniary or financial impulses. Privatization is not advisable, and its constitutionality might be a legitimate concern. 4
5 Conclusion The foregoing are broad stroke submissions to transform the current auto insurance dispute resolution system in order to support cost and rate reduction strategy for the government. Future fine tuning can address the nuts and bolts once the broad strokes are deemed worthwhile for further exploration. ALL OF WHICH IS RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED, Kevin Doan, C.S. The Canadian Centre of Excellence in Injury Law. contact: 5
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Newly built in 2008 and comprising 120 rooms in total, this air-conditioned hotel is the perfect place for business or leisure stays. Guests are welcomed into a lobby with a 24-hour reception and lift access, and dining options include a fantastic restaurant, great pub and a Starbucks coffee shop. Business guests will appreciate the Hub meeting and conference centre, as well as the complimentary wireless Internet throughout public areas. Room and laundry services are offered, and there are more than 300 free parking spaces for those arriving by vehicle. Guests can enjoy the convenience of 24-hour room service.Early check in and late check out available. Please contact the hotel directly.The comfortable guestrooms are all en suite, the bathrooms either featuring a large walk-in shower or a shower and bathtub. All rooms come equipped with a table, chairs, a desk lamp, a 27-inch plasma satellite TV, complimentary wireless Internet access and a direct dial telephone. A hairdryer, ironing set, trouser press, tea and coffee making facilities and air conditioning and heating also feature.
By car from the north and the south: from junction 23 of the M60, turn right at the traffic lights onto A635. At the next traffic lights turn right onto Lord Sheldon Way, turn right again at the next traffic lights and continue on Lord Sheldon Way. The hotel is 1.6 km along on the right.

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Groups of about six students glide through 30-minute classes for all skill levels scheduled on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Reservations are required, and two weeks notice for reservations are recommended.

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Memorial City Mall's chirping cash registers and department-store scanners give way to the scraping of blades against ice inside Ice Skate USA. There, a full-sized rink large enough to host official IHL and NHL games reinvigorates bodies worn from shopping by imparting the freedom and fun of uninhibited speed during open-skate sessions. The rink also keeps a squad of instructors on hand who host hockey academies to sharpen everything from basic skating skills to puck control to discerning between team mascots and roving packs of wolves. Additionally, Ice Skate USA also works to expand the community's appreciation for ice-bound culture during scheduled events such as The Nutcracker on Ice, with try-outs for the production encouraged for all students, and open to skaters of any skill and age.


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LA GRANDE, Ore. (EOU) – From correspondence courses to streaming video, Eastern Oregon University has been a leader in providing access to quality education beyond the borders of a physical campus since 1979.
EOU also tops a new list of the 16 most economical colleges and universities in Oregon offering distance-learning options.
Affordable Colleges Online, a web resource for students and families, assigns rankings to public and private non-profit schools in all 50 U.S. states.
Online programs at over 2,000 accredited institutions were researched utilizing national data sources for tuition and fees charged during the 2012-13 academic year.
"Offering students great online programs is only half the battle," said Dan Schuessler, founder of AC Online. "The colleges on our list offer students quality, flexibility and affordability."
EOU's undergraduate tuition for online and onsite courses is currently $138 per credit hour. Tuition and fees for this year total $7,533.
Onsite courses are defined as those available at EOU's 16 regional centers across the state.
"Online and onsite programming is not just an additional modality for taking classes at EOU," said Steve Adkison, provost and senior vice president for Academic Affairs. "It is a core aspect of who we are as a university."
EOU students pursuing their education from afar receive robust support including one-on-one interaction with their professors, access to academic advising, eTutoring and other services tailored for their unique needs.
"Each college and student services area takes an active role in providing high-quality, high-touch experiences for our students," said Sharon Nelson, interim director of Regional Operations.
The university's distance offerings have grown from one academic major to include 10 complete online degrees.
Today students from around the globe are studying anthropology/sociology, business administration, English/writing, fire services administration, history, liberal studies, philosophy, politics and economics, physical activity and health, psychology and public administration.
Add 18 different minors to the mix ranging from communications to Native American studies and clearly there are a lot of options.
"We foresee continued growth in the number of degree programs and associated minors and courses we offer for effective learning at a distance," Adkison said.
Graduate degrees in teaching, science in education and business administration are also available onsite, and the first cohort of a new low-residency master of fine arts in creative writing is set to begin fall 2014.
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Good Armagnac and a swashbuckling musketeer tradition are what this charming little town in Gascony would like to be known for, and in France it has been since the mid-19th century.
Brandy, however, does not explain why Anglo-Saxon tourists keep stealing the Condom signs at the city limits, or why stolid Dutch burghers kept giving Michel Bartolucci's daughter funny looks when she and her school friends went on a bus trip to the Netherlands two years ago.
''She couldn't understand why everybody laughed at the bus,'' said Mr. Bartolucci, president of the local chamber of commerce. ''The bus had Condom written on the back, of course, but the word condom doesn't mean anything to French people, so she had no idea what was going on.''
This part of France belonged to English kings for a good part of the Middle Ages, but here as elsewhere what the English call ''French letters'' the French call ''preservatifs,'' not condoms. Whatever they're called, there is no factory that makes them here, and there never has been.
Alain Geay, a teacher who is also the city's volunteer historian, traces Condom to Condato Magus, the Roman name for an earlier settlement on the site.Continue reading the main story
For a long time, Gerard Dubrac, whose pharmacy is on the main square, was bemused when foreign customers would ask him to stamp the packages they had bought with the address of his pharmacy.
But Mr. Dubrac is now Mayor, and he and the other city fathers seem to have decided that if you cannot beat the Anglo-Saxons, you might as well join them. Condom is now sounding out French regional and national authorities and pharmaceutical groups about the possibility of building the world's first serious museum on the history of condoms.
''After the laughter died down,'' Mr. Dubrac said of the city council meeting in June that put the municipal seal of approval on the project, ''people began to think that maybe there might be something to it.''
''As far as making our town known goes, just announcing the project has already accomplished that,'' he said.
Being a bit out of the way is part of Condom's charm to outsiders. The rolling countryside is as unspoiled today as most of rural France was 30 years ago -- one-and-a-half-lane country roads, sleepy glades, small farms with fields of sunflowers, corn, and of course wine grapes for the Armagnac stills.
In town, Mr. Bartolucci has a greeting for everybody he meets. ''Don't run me over,'' he jokes to a mother waiting to wheel her baby carriage across the crosswalk.
There aren't that many babies in evidence, though, and there are only 7,800 Condomois, fewer than there were two or three generations ago. When young people grow up many leave for Bordeaux or Toulouse or Paris to seek their fortunes.
Mr. Bartolucci, an architect who has renovated a few of the small, crumbling medieval castles as country houses for city folk, said, ''It's a place where people from all over Europe come to retire.''
One of them is Edward J. Streator, an American diplomat who has a magnificently restored country house a few miles outside town. Mr. Streator understands why the idea of a museum arose -- with the small farms barely able to survive, the towns around here are slowly dying, he said -- but he shudders when he hears that Mayor Dubrac hopes that a museum will attract 100,000 to 200,000 tourists a year.
That's a lot more than come to visit the Ryst-Dupeyron cellars, according to Jacques-Francois Ryst, a fourth-generation Armagnac maker. He estimates that 10,000 people a year make their way here for the privilege of inhaling the ambrosial scent given off by his oaken vats and barrels, and some do more than sniff.
''I'm all for building a contraceptives museum, as long as it's not pornography but education,'' Mr. Ryst said.
There is plenty that is not known about condoms, according to Mr. Geay, the town historian. The biggest unknown is where the English name for them came from.
Research has discredited the common theory that they started with silk devices made by a Dr. Condom from England to spare King Charles II or some earlier monarch from siring unwanted children.
''British researchers have found no trace of such a doctor,'' Mr. Geay said, but there was another theory -- one involving Jacques-Benigne Bossuet, a 17th-century French Roman Catholic bishop famous for his sermons, funeral orations and anti-Protestant fulminations.
This cleric was designated Bishop of Condom in 1669 and, though he never sat in the cathedral chair here, he was derided by his Protestant foes as ''Monseigneur de Condom.''
''The Protestants accused him of having loose morals, and of using sheep's bladders for his debaucheries,'' Mr. Geay said, ''and some think the name may have originated that way.''
But this would hardly explain why the term has currency in Britain, Germany, the Netherlands and even Japan, but not in France.
So far, Condom has spent $25,000 on feasibility studies for a permanent center of information on contraceptives, which Mayor Dubrac hopes will have the cooperation of manufacturers of contraceptives, researchers and health authorities who could make the museum a center of sex education as well as disease control.
It has also collected 799 objects for the collection, including scores of packages of contraceptives now sitting in a box in the Mayor's office.
''It'll take four years,'' he said, ''but our hopes are high.''Continue reading the main story


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If you're a fan of those "match-3" puzzle games where you swap adjacent gems on a board to create a row or column of at least three same-colored ones you'll enjoy the relaxing game play found in Doodle Jewels HD for iPad.
Similar to Bejeweled 3, which, unfortunately, isn't available yet on iPad, you'll try to rack up a high score by matching colored jewels, clearing increasingly challenging levels and using special jewels for extra points. But Doodle Jewels HD is unique in its presentation as it looks like the gems are drawn with a colored pencil on a piece of paper. Plus, you've got to change the color behind each gem to gold in order to advance through the stages.
You only have a certain number of "swaps" available per level, but you can earn additional moves by opening treasure chests.
Doodle Jewels HD isn't a totally flawless gem of a game. While fun and visually charming, the game lacks originality. Fans of match-3 games might be looking for more unique features and depth, both of which just aren't here. An extra game mode or two would've helped in the replayability department, too. Bejeweled 3 for the PC and Mac, for example, has eight different game modes to choose from.
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Please confirm that you want to add Layer 2 Switching & VLAN's for Cisco CCNA to your Wishlist.
This course is several hours in length and will cover Layer 2 switching in detail. I will explain the Technology and media access control method for Ethernet networks, network segmentation, switching concepts and the operation of Cisco switches.
DISCLAIMER: Please note that the simulators/emulators used in this course are not part of the course. It is the students responsibility to have these to practice with. The Cisco Packet Tracer and/or VIRAL (Virtual Internet Routing Lab) are Cisco proprietary software and can only be obtained through Cisco. It is up to each student to obtain the simulator/emulator of their choice to study along with this course.
Students will get a thorough understanding of switching and how we would implement it in a real world environment.
We will discuss the following concepts switching services and rules we should follow when segmenting networks. We will also compare bridging vs. LAN switching focusing in great detail on the Spanning-tree protocol. We will look at the switch Functions at layer two, such as how a switch learns about the nodes on the network and how it makes its decisions to forward the information and most definitely how to secure our ports on the switches.
Once get an understanding of how switches work and their administrative configurations we will then go into explain and creating vlans and inter-vlan connectivity and what would be the benefits of using VLANs on our network. You will learn the different port types and encapsulation methods we use when using vlans, and will fully understand the difference between trunking a port and the VTP protocol.
This is a lecture based course using the Touch-IT Technology Smart board, which will make learning very interactive and engaging. Hands on labs will be used to drill down the concepts learned in each lecture using Cisco's Packet Tracer.
My method will make you feel like you are sitting in a classroom environment and give the most needed hands on experience!
Handouts will be available to facilitate learning and practice.
This course will help the student become familiar with layer 2 switching and vlans and how to implement them in your environment…but it will also help in preparing for any networking certification or Computer Science Degree; not to mention the fact that for those already in the field, it will further improve routing decisions in their particular networks.
This Lesson is an overview of the subjects that you will be learning in this course.
In this lesson I will demonstrate using the Packet Tracer how exactly, a switch learns MAC addresses from the nodes that are connected to it.
This lesson will explain how having redundant switch connections you could have loops at layer 2 and the protocol that will help you prevent those loops.
This lesson will show you how to configure security on individual or a range of ports, to only allow a certain number of mac address on those ports.
This lesson will demonstrate some of the basic configurations that you would configure on a switch.
This lesson will demonstrate some of the advanced configurations that you would configure on a switch.
In this lesson you will learn various commands, that you could use to verify your configurations on your Cisco Catalyst Switches.
In this lesson you will learn to back up not only your configuration but your IOS as well to a TFTP server.
This lesson will explain to you how the Spanning-Tree Protocol works, specifically when its deciding which switch will be the root bridge and wich switch will have a blocked port to prevent the BPDU's from fowarding out a specific port.
In this lesson you will briefly learn that there are different types of STP that you could configure on your Cisco Catalyst Switch.
This lesson will explain how you can have Per-Vlan Spanning-Tree, depending on the STP version you use.
In this lesson you will learn how to turn off STP, using the portfast command. This will allow the port to quickly turn to a designated fowarding state.
In this lesson you will learn how to guard your ports from someone accidentally connecting an internetworking device to them. Since, you turned of STP we must implement a command that would prevent BPDU from propogating out of unwanted ports.
This is a very brief lesson on how to verify that STP is configured according to your needs and how to use the CDP command aswell.
In this lesson, I will explain how creating vlans, will deacrease the amount broadcast within a broadcast domain.
In this lesson, I will explain how creating vlans enchances your security, since the router is the one that determines the path the packet will take.
In this lesson I will explain to you, how vlans can help you make your network more flexible and scalable to work with.
In this lesson I will explain the importance of switchport modes and how to configure them.
In this lesson I will explain how the switch knows where to send each vlan to there correct destination.
In this lesson you I will explain the two methods used for Vlan Identification.
In this lesson I will explain the need to still have routers in our network.
In this lesson I will show you how easy it is to create a vlan.
In this lesson I will show you how to assign a vlan to a range of ports.
In this lesson you will finish of from the previous lab in assinging the vlans, configuring port security and so forth. We then are going discuss the trunking of ports and why they are needed.
In this lesson I will show you how to change your Native Vlan from Vlan 1 to some other number and assign the ports to that vlan. I will also discuss the importance of keeping the Native Vlan name consistent accross your switch network.
In this lesson you will learn how to configure inter-vlan communication, using sub-interfaces and the correct encapsulation.
In this lesson I will explain what VTP is, what it is used for and how to status VTP.
This lesson is simply an overview of everything we covered, stressing to you what points to focus on when you study for the CCNA.
This is a simple quiz on layer 2 switching to assess your understanding of topics covered
2017 will be our year to achieve our many goals! ...yes, I include myself here as well.
If you are determined, ambitious and hungry for a new beginning...then 2017 should be your year!
...and how better to start or end the year than to get your Cisco Certification!
Whether you are interested in the CCNA R/S, the CCENT, ICND2, the CCNP, or you just want to understand the key topics of these certification, taking one or ALL of my courses, will get you a lot closer to that goal.
But, don't take my word for it...please take a look at the FREE previews (they are available in all my courses) and see for yourself.
As for me, 2017 will be the year of putting out new courses for different types of IT certifications among other things.
These will include, not just Cisco courses, but also CompTIA & Microsoft courses as well.
I also hope to complete my second book based on ALL the Routing Protocols in 2017.
My first book is available in AMAZON and it's called "The Only IP Book You Will Ever Need!"
So, yes, with all these great plans for the future, my schedule will be quite full but fulfilling!
What you wanted to know about me:
If you are tired of the same old methods of learning and want someone that is pretty much unconventional, but at the same time will provide you with an enjoyable learning experience in layman's terms...then please preview my courses and you will discover that I am your guy.
I am a Network Engineer with over 15+ years in the field and in the teaching industry. I hold the following certifications: CCNA, CCNA Security, CCNA Voice, Security+, Network+, A+, MCP, MCTS & MOS and since I passed the first of two test for the CCIE, I hope to complete the second half in 2017!
My teaching experience stems from teaching at institutions like Palm Beach Community College, New Horizons, Florida Career College (now Anthem College) and The Academy of South Florida, not to mention teaching at my own training facility in Miami, Florida and now being if several e-Learning platforms world-wide.
Having been in all sides of the spectrum; as a student, a teacher/trainer, and in the field, I believe this uniquely qualifies me to understand the student, and what they have been exposed to as opposed to what they really want to accomplish. These two are sometimes extremely conflicting and frustrating. That is why I teach in the manner I do and can relate to the student's rejection of the Status Quo.
I have taught corporate employees at MetroPCS (now T-Mobil) and have also taught IT professionals of companies like The Florida Marlins, Ulysse Nardin, Alberta Water Department (Canada), The Assurant Group, Hospital personnel & Attorney's firms, among others. to guide them in acquiring their CCNA certification and/or their Microsoft certifications; like the MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist). YES!...I am also an applications instructor and also teach Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.
I teach in an unconventional way that allows for students to understand the subject matter and can therefore, not only prepare them for a Cisco and/or Microsoft certification exam, but apply my methods in the real world. I strive to give the student a greater opportunity to compete in the current job markets. Do I go above and beyond what is needed for a certification?...YES, I do!...because it's not only about getting a certification, it's also about making sure the student is prepared for a job interview and/or maintaining their current job by enhancing their skills. This is where I step in and make sure that the student is prepared for whatever they need and make them an asset to their employer. Everyone has different requirements and I make sure, or at least I try, to provide information for most scenarios.
My classes and/or courses are very simple and that's how I like to teach. I truly believe in "KISS",,,NO, I don't want to kiss you, what this means "keep it simple stupid" - If things are kept simple, easy and explained in a way that the student can grasp quickly and retain the information...then I have achieved my goal!
For those that do not know me yet, you may not be used to my style of teaching, but you will soon get accustomed to it :)... I'm very laid back, I try to make learning fun and I teach in layman's terms...no physics jargon or mumbo jumbo in my teachings. My courses are very interactive and extremely dynamic!...you will not find my lectures monotone or boring, because falling asleep, for lack of excitement, is just NOT an option. Just take a look for yourself at my video previews, which I always provide on ALL my courses, so you can determine if I'm the right guy to help you get your industry specific certifications. ;)
I certainly hope that after a careful review of my credentials & testimonials (you can Google it you know!), I'm the Cisco & Microsoft Instructor you're looking for!
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Despite Mechanical Issues, Rolex 24 at Daytona Still Considered a Success for Tim George Jr. and Buoniconti Fund DAYTONA BEACH, Florida (Thursday, February 4, 2010) - In his third consecutive Rolex 24 at Daytona, University of Miami graduate Tim...
Despite Mechanical Issues, Rolex 24 at Daytona Still Considered a Success for Tim George Jr. and Buoniconti Fund
DAYTONA BEACH, Florida (Thursday, February 4, 2010) - In his third consecutive Rolex 24 at Daytona, University of Miami graduate Tim George Jr. hoped to leave DIS with the victory watch that had just eluded him the past two seasons. However, mechanical issues throughout the endurance race would hinder the No. 71 Buoniconti Fund/University of Miami TRG Porsche team's otherwise strong run, resulting in a 9th place finish within the GT class. However, with the Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis on the car and George Jr. willing to donate his winnings to the charity, the race was a solid run for the organization and a powerful platform for a meaningful cause.
No. 71 The No. 71 team, consisting of Tim George Jr., Spencer Pumpelly, Romain Dumas, Timo Bernhard, and Bobby Labonte, had solid practice runs throughout the Roar Before the 24, at one time laying down the fastest GT lap of the day, but a difficult qualifying run lead to a lap time of 1:50.271 (116.222 MPH) placing the team 23rd on the starting grid.
With rain already falling when the green flag waved for the 47th running of the Rolex 24 at Daytona, Pumpelly took the wheel, laying the groundwork for the long race ahead. He quickly moved the TRG Porsche up to first place in the GT division, 14th overall. Following his impressive run, Pumpelly handed over duties to Bernhard, who held the TRG Porsche in position. Dumas took the following stint, maintaining the team's first position in class, keeping the No. 71 Buoniconti Fund TRG Porsche looking strong more than five hours into the 24-hour race.
Tim George Enters The No. 71 On lap 165, under a full course caution, George Jr. took over the driver's seat. During his one-hour stint, George Jr. restarted first in the GT class twice, a first in his Rolex career. Throughout his time behind the wheel, George Jr. battled Robin Liddell for the GT division lead and 12th position overall. When his driving session ended, George handed off the No. 71 Buoniconti Fund TRG Porsche in 2nd place with 17 hours remaining.
Halfway through the race, the No. 71 TRG Porsche was running 3rd in class. Problems with a brake change put the car two laps down, but the team was confident they could make up the laps with twelve hours of competition remaining.
The overnight stints were consistent and the team performed flawless driver changes, allowing the No. 71 to make up any ground lost earlier in the race. When the sun began to rise, the TRG Porsche was leading its class by almost four laps.
Unfortunately, the team met more challenges on Sunday morning, starting with a failed air jack, which impaired the No. 71 team's pit stop. Soon after, with Labonte behind the wheel, the reserve fuel warning failed to notify the driver that gas was dwindling, and the TRG machine slowly lost power, stalling halfway around the course. At a complete stop, the No. 71 Porsche had to be towed to the infield for refueling, served a penalty for refueling off of pit lane, a significant set back under green flag conditions. Coming off a three lap lead, the team was now two laps down. However, even after losing precious time, the TRG team was still running second in their class.
Pit Stop As time passed, the grueling endurance race began to take its toll on both the car and its drivers. Running second in class and ninth overall with approximately 2 ½ hours remaining, the clutch discs failed, sending the team into the garage. Forced to remove the transmission and replace the clutch before returning to the track, the No. 71 once again lost time and positions.
As the clock ticked down and the checkered flag waved, the No. 71 TRG Porsche team ultimately crossed the finish line 9th in the GT class and 16th overall.
Although not a storybook ending, the No. 71 Buoniconti Fund/University of Miami TRG Porsche team was happy to run a strong race and be able to build awareness for the Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis, which was George Jr.'s number one goal. "This race has a lot to do with luck and the cards just didn't fall in our favor this year," said George Jr. "I am disappointed about the outcome for my team, after pulling long hours of driving, working hard on the car, and coming to Daytona hoping to win; but, I appreciate their support for the Buoniconti Fund. Helping to get people out of wheel chairs is a great cause."
Teammate and 2000 NASCAR Sprint Cup Champion Bobby Labonte reflected on the experience. "It's always a lot of fun to run the 24, but when you know that what you're doing is also helping a really worthy cause, that makes the race even better. I know Tim wants to raise a lot of money for the Buoniconti Fund, and I'm glad I could be a part of that."
No. 71 TRG team owner Kevin Buckler remarked, "We've had a great relationship with Tim over the last several years and have shared some great success in the 24. Having him behind the wheel of the No. 71 for TRG in this race means even more knowing that he's out there trying to help a really worthy cause."
After a long weekend in sports cars series racing, George Jr. will be shifting gears to stock cars with Richard Childress Racing. One short week after the Rolex 24 at Daytona, the RCR Development driver will return to Daytona International Speedway to compete in the season-opener for the ARCA Racing Series presented by RE/MAX and Menards on Saturday, February 6.
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I have been teaching Jazzercise for 30 years and this microphone is the best I have used. Previously, I used a Samson Airline and the headset always flopped around on my head and wouls shift when doing floor routines like crunches. The earpiece stays securely behind the ear and you don't even know it's there.
I would like the volume control to be on the transmitter. I haven't been using it long enough to know how long the earpiece can go before needing to charge it (which is kind of scary, since I need it for each class)
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I use the mic for church services and it is clear and doesn't take a lot of volume on the system. I do not even recognize that I am wearing it. I love it
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Parrot Asteroid Smart Open Box
In-Dash 6.2" AM/FM/USB Car Stereo Receiver w/ GPS Navigation, Web Apps and A2DP Hands-Free Bluetooth
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Designed with an open source Android operating system, you can expect many new updates to the Parrot ASTEROID software. This receiver has 4 USB inputs, so have you won't have any trouble connecting all of your compatible devices at once for complete integration of your digital media into this intuitive receiver. With the Bluetooth 3.0, you may stream your music from any Bluetooth enabled portable device. Built-in GPS with an included USB wired antenna will guide you wherever you need to go, whether it be home or across country. You may connect to the internet by using a 3G web dongle, or by pairing with your mobile phones Bluetooth tether. All kinds of pre-loaded apps will give you access to the information you want. To name a few apps that come in handy, you may check the forecast with Weather, use TuneIn to listen to more than 50,000 different radio stations, or use RoadTrip for a Wikipedia description with photos of specific destinations. Connect your iPod, iPhone or iTouch and use the Parrot's jog wheel to breeze through your music libraries. It's time you did something nice for yourself.
General Features:
- In-dash MP3, WMA, ACC Digital Media Receiver
- Full-color 6.2" TFT-LCD touchscreen display with intuitive multi-touch technology
- Built-in Android operating system can be updated
- GPS Navigation with your smartphone navigation App
- Bluetooth v3.0 Technology for hands-free phone calls and wireless music streaming
- Download Apps that match your lifestyle from ASTEROID Market
- Connect to the internet through Wi-Fi, smartphone paring or 3G/4G dongle
- 2-way iPod control allows control from the iPod or the stereo
- Detachable, theft-deterrent power button
- White illuminated button lighting
- 4 separate USB connections
- Vocal commands allow music search
- Power Output:
- Peak: 55 watts x 4 channels
- RMS: 23 watts x 4 channels
- MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
- Authorized Internet Dealer
- 1-year Manufacturer's Warranty
Playback and Audio Features:
- Playback of AM/FM, MP3, WMA, ACC, WAV, H.264 and OGG
- AM/FM tuner with 18FM/12AM presets
- Dynamic Soundstage Organizer
- Electronic Shock Protection (ESP)
- 7-band parametric equalizer with 6 selectable tone curves (5 Preset, 1 User)
- 24bit Digital Analog Converter (DAC) to enhance your MP3/WMA playback
- SD Card reader for audio playback
Expandability Options:
- 3 Sets of 6V preamp outputs (front, rear and subwoofer)
- Built-in Bluetooth technology supports hands-free calling with a compatible Bluetooth phone
- iPod and iPhone Ready: Standard USB-to-iPod Cable compatible
- Rear Auxiliary Input: 3.5mm headphone jack allows connection to portable media devices such as CD players
- 4 Rear USB Inputs: USB port allows connection to digital devices such as flash drives, portable media players, etc.
- Dedicated Backup Camera Input: Used for universal rear view cameras with an RCA composite input
- Steering Wheel Control Ready: Parrot UNIKA required and sold separately
- Rear RCA Audio/Video Output: Used for connection to separate monitors and devices
- Rear RCA Audio/Video Input: Used for connecting video accessories such as game consoles, video cameras, etc.
- Software update via USB key
Navigation Features:
- Maps application offers advanced mapping and geolocation
- Find your location on the map
- Give Points of Interest (POI) such as bars, cinemas and restaurants
- Tells you about up to date traffic information
- Parrot ASTEROID Smart unit
- ASTEROID GPS antenna
- Double DIN mounting sleeve
- Double external Microphone
- USB extension cable
- iPod/iPhone/iPad cable
- ISO vehicle harness
- Cable zip ties
Bluetooth Features:
- Built-in Bluetooth technology for hands-free talking and audio streaming
- Bluetooth version 3.0 certified
- Bluetooth range up to 32.8 ft.
- Parrot noise reduction NR 3.0
- Voice synthesis Text To Speech
- Supports 2 mobile phone connections simultaneously
- Stores up to 10 Bluetooth device connections
- Training-free, multi user voice recognition
- Pairing via PIN code "0000"
- Supports SMS message notifications and A2DP audio streaming
- Bluetooth Profiles Supported:
- HFP: Hands Free Profile allows a hands-free car kit to connect to a compatible mobile phone
- HSP: Headset Profile enables a Bluetooth headset to connect to a compatible mobile phone
- PBAP: Phone Book Access Profile allows the car stereo to display the name of the incoming caller, as well as access the contact list of the mobile phone directly from the car stereo
- A2DP: Advanced Audio Distribution Profile allows high quality audio to be streamed from an audio device to the car stereo
- AVRCP: Audio/Video Remote Control Profile supports basic remote control functions (play, pause, etc) via Bluetooth
- OPP: Object Push Profile for sending basic "objects" such as pictures and other virtual material
- SYNC: Synchronization Profile enables the synchronization of Personal Information Manager (PIM) items
- SPP: Serial Port Profile provides a wireless replacement for RS-232 based serial communications
- Works with most Bluetooth enabled cell phones
- Includes a wired double microphone for clear, convenient talking
Note: Smartphone with data plan required, check compatibility of your mobile phone.
In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Single DIN: 1 DIN dimensions will work with all single DIN installation kits we have to offer. Single DIN radios are the most common size for after-market stereos.
Single DIN slot with flip-out screen: The DIN stereo includes a retractable, flip-out screen. Before purchasing, make measurements to be sure there is no interference with dash accessories such as A/C vents or shift levers.
Single DIN slot with a larger face: Standard single DIN size, but the display is larger then the standard single DIN size. Due to the nature of the larger face, problems may arise when installing in particular vehicles. These stereos are great for single DIN slots where you want a larger screen.
1.5 DIN: This size is very uncommon in vehicles, however this size opening is most commonly found in Chrysler and Chevrolet vehicles.
Double DIN: Approximately 4-inches in height, this size is becoming more common every year. Prior to 2000, this size was typically only found in Japanese vehicles such as those made by Honda or Toyota. Now, it is becoming more popular for many vehicles to be fit with a Double DIN opening.
Detachable / Removable faceplate security: The most common anti-theft feature. It allows you to take the faceplate with you, thus disallowing operation, which deters theft.
Security Codes: Mainly a feature in high end video units which do not have a detachable face / screen. Once the unit is uninstalled (or stolen), a security code (or PIN) is required upon reinstallation. Though you no longer have your unit after the theft, the thief also does not have your security code, which makes the unit useless. The hope is the thief knows which units have security codes and he/she chooses not to steal your unit because of the security code.
Ghost technology: This is not commonly used, but can be found primarily in a select number of 2004-2005 head units. It creates an illusion that no unit is installed by appearing completely black when turned off. Potential thieves may steer clear because it appears as though no head unit is installed.
Anti-theft covers: Similar to ghost and hiding faces because they only create an illusion that the face/unit is not in place.
ESN: Stands for Electronic Serial Number. Allows the disabling of the radio and allows tracking if it is stolen.
Some manufacturers display peak power ratings on the face of their products to increase the appeal to consumers. The RMS power rating is more accurate, and we recommend using it for product comparison.
Dot-Matrix Text Display: A simple display which uses dots in specific illuminated color(s) to light up and form letters or numbers that are displayed on the receiver.
Graphic or Motion Display: Typically found in mid to high-end receivers and give your text information and receiver more life by adding motion, backgrounds, or multiple colors to your display. There are types of graphic displays such as 3D Graphic, Motion, and OEL (Organic Electroluminescent) displays. They can range from one color to full color displays and typically allow you to select from one of many built-in animations, background images, screensavers or other graphics to enhance your experience and add an extra bit of personality to your system. Some units also come with software that allow you to load your own customizable pictures or animations.
LCD Monitor Display: Can be as small as 2" or as large as 10". Some LCD displays are motorized for angle adjustment. LCD monitors display full motion video playback as well as your standard text such as track status, radio station information and more depending on the receiver's features.
Multi-Color: When more than one color is on the display, for example one part of the text is white, while the other part is blue.
Variable-Color: The display colors can be changed by the user. If the default color of text/display is blue for example, the user can change the settings to where the color turns to red. Variable color displays are typically described in detail in the item's description.
TFT-LCD Display: In-dash receivers with a video screen that display multiple colors and often times video such as DVD, navigation or other video sources.
- RMS Power
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio
This rating applies to both external car amplifiers, as well as the amplifiers inside of in-dash stereos.
Playback Features
Audio / Video Inputs
RCA Composite Inputs
These are your typical red, white, and yellow RCA composite cables that are common among devices with audio and video inputs. The red and white cables are dedicated for audio. The red cable is for the right channel and the white is for the left channel. The yellow cable is specifically for the video signal. Because this type of auxiliary cable contains 2 channels of audio, it will support stereo sound.
This is commonly referred to as a mini-jack or a headphone jack. It is a 3.5mm plug that transfers audio only. There is a right and left audio channel on the plug which allows for stereo sound playback.
3.5mm AV Input
These plugs look similar to the common 3.5mm mini-jack, however they carry a third channel dedicated for video.
This means that an auxiliary input is possible, but only with the use of an optional accessory. These optional adapters will sometimes use the CD Changer port or other port on the back of a unit that might restrict the use of other expandability features. These accessories are typically sold separately.
Monitor Screen Features
This means that the unit is able to tilt backwards so that the proper viewing angle can be achieved. On single DIN flip out monitors, this type of pivot means that the bottom of the screen stays stationary while the top of the screen retracts. On Double DIN units this means that the bottom of the screen slides forward while the top of the screen moves down, resulting in a backwards angle tilt.
This means that the unit is able to tilt forward so that the proper viewing angle can be achieved. On single DIN flip out monitors, a forward pivot keeps the bottom of the screen stationary while the top of the screen moves forward. On select Double DIN units, a forward tilt is sometimes referred to as a reverse tilt. The bottom of the screen remains in the same position while the top of the screen moves forward.
Left/Right Angle (Horizontal):
Some monitors allow the display to be rotated to the left or right in order to have the best viewing angle possible.
Slide In/Out:
A feature mainly found in select Kenwood units. It allows the entire screen to slide in and out. This is different from a forward/backward tilt in that the entire screen moves forward or backwards as opposed to just the top or bottom.
Expandability Features
Some in-dash head units are built-in with the navigation features, while others require an add on navigation box. Other navigation options include portable navigation units that you can take with you or attach to the dash of your vehicle.
RCA Composite Outputs
These are your typical red, white, and yellow RCA composite cables that are common among devices with audio and video inputs. The red and white cables are dedicated for audio. The red cable is for the right channel and the white is for the left channel. The yellow cable is specifically for the video signal. Because this type of auxiliary cable contains 2 channels of audio, it will support stereo sound.
1 Set of Audio/Video RCA Outputs
If "Yes", then the aftermarket stereo is compatible with steering wheel remote controls. If an additional accessory is required for the steering wheel controls to work properly, a compatible piece will be listed.
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Make a Handy Tote from Old Jeans
December 20, 2016 | Quilted Bags, Quilted Gift Ideas|
This Clever Bag is a Wonderful Gift Idea!
Salvage an old pair of your jeans or find a pair at the thrift shop for this handy tote. The jeans pockets are used both on the outside and the inside of the bag for storing small essentials.
The tote is perfect for everyday use as a purse or use it to carry your tablet, book or other supplies.
It also makes a wonderful gift for just about anyone, especially hard-to-buy-for tweens and teens.
The finished tote, from Jo-Lydia's Attic, is 11″ x 12″ (excluding the straps). It's easy enough for beginning quilters with solid cutting and stitching skills to make.