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Coherent for Equitable Learning? Understanding the Ethiopian Education System
In order to learn more about the effectiveness of recent education reforms in Ethiopia, the Research on Improving Systems of Education (RISE) and the Early Learning Partnership (ELP) projects are adopting a 'systems approach' to research (Moore, 2015). In our research in Ethiopia, we aim to understand the extent to which the education system is coherent for equitable learning–for RISE, in relation to the General Education Quality Improvement Programme (GEQIP, a large-scale package of education reforms now starting its third phase), and for ELP, in relation to the introduction of 'O-Class', a new pre-primary early learning programme. This systems approach will allow us to examine the extent to which reforms are having an impact on the development of cognitive skills at primary school and school readiness respectively, and the reasons for any observed impact (or lack thereof).
The RISE and ELP research adopts a two-pronged approach to understanding 'coherence for equitable learning' within the Ethiopian education system. Firstly, recognising that learning outcomes are low for the majority of the school population, we aim to understand the extent to which recent education reforms improve low levels of learning for the majority; existing evidence points to a 'learning crisis' in Ethiopia in which the majority of children are not being prepared for schooling, and many are not sufficiently developing basic numeracy and literacy skills while in primary school (Woldehanna et al., 2016). Secondly, since children from marginalised backgrounds are the least likely to be learning, and evidence indicates that learning gaps between less and more advantaged groups start even before children start school (Woodhead et al., 2017), we focus on the extent to which education reforms improve learning for the most disadvantaged children in Ethiopia. This is particularly important since learning gaps in the early years of schooling can become reinforced and affect opportunities for learning later on in school and beyond, including with respect to access to higher education (Rose et al., 2016). The RISE and ELP research is particularly interested in how opportunities vary among disadvantaged groups, linked to poverty, gender, or location, and including pastoralists, linguistic minorities, and children with disabilities (Woldehanna and Jones, 2006; Woldab, 2012; Tesfay and Malmberg, 2014; Beyene and Tizazu, 2010).
For our RISE Ethiopia research, it is clear that planning documents in Ethiopia include a focus on learning outcomes, but to date this has been less apparent with respect to equity. However, as GEQIP moves into its third phase, there is an increased focus on equity – this phase of reforms is in fact named 'GEQIP-E', in recognition of its attention to 'E' for equity (World Bank, 2017). Programme documentation includes more explicit attention to the challenges facing girls, children with special educational needs, and children from pastoralist communities. While it is therefore clear that there is greater recognition of equity issues within the education system, questions remain on whether these strategies are appropriate to meet the learning needs of different groups and, if so, whether these strategies are implemented effectively. These questions on design and implementation are at the heart of our approach to understanding the effectiveness of Ethiopia's education system.
In this document, we outline a conceptual basis for examining whether there is 'coherence' in the Ethiopian education system with respect to equitable learning. Our approach includes a model of accountability relationships within the Ethiopian system using a framework drawing on Pritchett's (2015) and di Gropello's (2004) work on accountability within education systems. We also draw on Kingdon et al.'s (2014) approach to political economy analysis as a guide to understanding the multi-dimensional nature of power dynamics within these accountability relationships, and we further consider change over time from the design to implementation of education reforms.
The intention of this document is not to provide a comprehensive review of existing literature on accountability and the political economy of education. Rather, in developing this conceptual framework, we limit our focus to the literature that is most relevant to the RISE and ELP research. Pritchett's (2015) RISE framework is therefore our starting point, and we then engage with Kingdon et al (2014) as a key paper which provides a conceptual approach to political economy analysis within the field of education specifically. This abbreviated approach to conceptualisation is in the interest of moving from the theory to practice of systems research, for the purposes of collecting data in the initial phases of our RISE and ELP research and in order to inform subsequent work in this area. At the end of this note, we offer reflections on how our conceptual framework will guide key stakeholder interviews and other methodological approaches as part of a systems approach in the RISE and ELP research.


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JJ Cale (also J.J. Cale), born John Weldon Cale on December 5, 1938, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is a Grammy Award-winning American singer-songwriter and musician. Cale is one of the originators of the Tulsa Sound, a loose genre drawing on blues, rockabilly, country, and jazz influences. Cale's personal style has often been described as "laid back".
His only U.S. hit single, Crazy Mama, peaked at #22 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1972. During the 2006 documentary film To Tulsa and Back Cale recounts the story of being offered the opportunity to appear on Dick Clark's American Bandstand to promote the song, which would have moved the song higher on the charts. Cale declined when told he could not bring his band to the taping and would be required to lip-sync the words to the song.
His songs have been performed by a number of other musicians including "After Midnight" and "Cocaine" by Eric Clapton, "Bringing It Back" by Kansas, "Call Me the Breeze" and "I Got the Same Old Blues" by Lynyrd Skynyrd, "Travelin' Light" and "Ride Me High" by Widespread Panic.


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( Correspondent Xiao ) April 16 evening , the official Huang Li Zhejiang saw sawing Corporation conducted a micro- Bo to "youth saw Li-huang " as the theme of "two new network moving " party micro- Bo interactive activities. "Two new network action" is Lishui Municipal Party Committee Organization Department of the organization to strengthen party building two new exchanges and expand the work of party building two new organizational influence, Tencent micro- Bo use this platform. to explore a new organizational network two effective forms of party building , saw Li-huang branch is the first of two new organizations to participate in the activities of Jinyun County .
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5 Amazing Asian Masks within your Budget
Cleansing solution, toner, moisturizer and all sorts of cosmetics are usually the must have in our shelf. It is very common that we neglect facial mask and only use it once every 2 weeks or even once a month. We tend to assume that a periodic use of mask is not essential with the whole range of beauty products in our shelf. However, if we are to evaluate it carefully, we can feel the difference before and after using a mask.
Rome is not built in a day, the same goes to your skin. Your skin will not brighten up, firm up or become flawless with just one mask once in a while. In Korea and Taiwan, most women tend to use mask daily or at least 3 to 5 times per week. You can only see the long lasting result of a bright, firm and flawless skin by using facial mask regularly. Generally, facial mask of European brands are more costly but to the contrary, facial mask of Asian brands are more affordable and I personally have tried and think that they work equally well on your skin. I'm a believer of daily facial mask and from experience gathered all these years, today, I am going to recommend a few facial masks of Asian brands which I love! They are affordable and they work well too!
**All of the facial masks below might not be the usual most recommended masks but they are what I have tried and felt they work the best so far!
My beauty Diary is one of my top favorite affordable brands for facial mask. The beauty of this brand is the mask sheet material which is somehow different from the usual fabric/cotton sheet material mostly used by other brands. It feels lighter and thinner and perfectly sticks on every area of your face with generous amount of essence penetrating into our skin cells.
Being a Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Mask, it is very nourishing, not magic but pretty amazing for the price. I like the feeling of waking up to a much more hydrated and smooth skin after using it every time.
Suitable for: Acne Skin, Combination Skin and Dry Skin.
Rating: 5/5
2. EX8 Gold Repairing Collagen Mask by Mirae
Mirae 8 minutes mask is one of the new trending sheet masks in Asia. It has loads of essences and the mask sheet material is super thin. Do read the instruction before using it because the sheet is so thin that you can't put it on like how you would normally do.
I particularly love the Gold Repairing Collagen mask because of the gold flakes (well, it does look pretty) and the aftermath result. My skin was well moisturized, firmed and cleared after the first used. I can feel the firming essence of it when the mask is on my face but the after effect the next morning when I see a cleared face on the mirror is just so amazing! Just one down side, it does cost slightly more than the normal sheet mask in the market.
Suitable for: Dry Skin and Normal Skin.
Rating: 5/5
3. Miss Invisible Pore Hydrogel by Faith in Face
Being adventurous about beauty products as I always be, I bought this facial mask at first because the packaging caught my eyes, but no regrets. Opps! Beware, the mask is very slippery. I wasted my first mask by slipping it on the floor while I was trying to put it on. This mask is made out of a gel like base, which is why it is so slippery.
I notice the difference when I removed it, and yes it does tighten my pores and smoothen my skin. My skin feels silky after the essence on my face dries off. Thumbs up for the pretty packaging and the great products!
Suitable for: Acne Skin, Normal Skin, and Dry Skin.
Rating: 4.5/5
4. Super Volcano Pore Clay Mask by Innisfree
It is the mask that everyone is raving about on the Internet. This clay mask is a great cleansing agent. My pores are cleaner after the first use. The down side of this mask is that it dries up your skin. Again, it is a cleansing mask so it does its job perfectly. I would suggest re-hydrating your skin with a hydrating mask after using this clay mask to restore H2O into your skin.
I think this is a great mask for acne skin but you MUST use a hydrating mask after using it. Avoid having dry skin when you have acne problem. Learn more about acne here: xxxxxx.helloenjoy.co
Suitable for: Acne Skin, Normal Skin, and Combination Skin
Rating: 4/5
5. Firming Essence Mask by Dr Morita
It's a pity this facial mask has not been widely recommended/introduced. Thanks to my adventurous trait, I discovered this facial mask and was so amazed by the result it produces! I have never used a firming mask before but I thought I should try one since age is catching up, and ordered a pack online. I can feel that my skin is lifted after one use (I am very serious about this!). I don't think I need to explain any further on this, just try it yourself to feel the magic it works!
Suitable for: All skin type (for sensitive skin please test it on the back of your hand first)
Rating: 10/5 (It is too amzing to be just full points)


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PENDLETON — Students sometimes live in their own little worlds, which can be quite spectacular when looked at more closely.
Erika Matthews, media and eLearning specialist at Pendleton Elementary and Pendleton Intermediate schools, is trying to help students capture moments from their worlds by working with the latest video and photo-technology — a 360-degree camera.
Matthews attended the Hoosier Educational Computer Coordinators conference in Indianapolis in November, an event designed to help educators use technology in the classroom.
For attending the conference, the school received a new 360-degree omnidirectional camera.
The technology allows users to take pictures looking out in all directions from a stationary point; the results are images some call "little planets" because of their spherical appearance.
Matthews has been tinkering with the camera to see what she and the students might be able to do with the technology. So far she's also been able to capture a 360 video of the school.
She's working on creating a time-lapse video as well as capturing other 360 photos, which she plans to share with the South Madison Community School Board at an upcoming board meeting.
The 360 camera allows students to look at their surroundings from a different perspective, Matthews said.
Matthews has been studying the new technology so she will be able to answer questions once students start working with and pushing the limits of the camera.
Matthews is developing projects for the school's fifth- and-sixth-grade "tech ninjas," students who apply at the beginning of the year and are selected through teacher recommendation to represent their class. They become class technology experts for their peers and teachers.
The "tech ninjas" meet with Matthews for lunch once a week. They recently worked with the 360 camera and learned how to use ozobots — small toy robots that blend the physical and digital worlds.
Matthews created the school's first "little planet" by taking a 360 photo outside of the school and then edited a final photo together with an app that works with the camera.
She also has made some "little planet" images of her house and family snapshots.
Students have mastered other video and photography technology, so getting something new is exciting, Matthews said.
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"Sleepers by Clancy Weeks is a dark and moving fiction novel, published a chapter at a time on the serialized fiction site, channillo.com. It is a mystery/thriller, with elements of science fiction hiding just beneath the surface. The combination of action, suspense, and mystery keeps me on the edge of my seat. The story is intertwined with real life events, making it an intelligent and relevant read. I really enjoy some of the more clever elements, such as what seems to be a high-tech, futuristic version of Conan Doyle's 'mind palace'. Tension, twists, powerful and relatable characters, and Weeks' eloquent writing keeps me craving more of this quietly explosive story." —Jae Mazer, author of Pal Tailor
"The concept of serialized fiction is closely watched by publishers and authors alike, and stories like Sleepers by Clancy Weeks makes it that much more appealing. The caliber of writing demonstrated by Weeks suggests that we can expect high quality literature from what could be an unpredictable medium. Sleepers is well written, suspenseful, and engaging. It is difficult if not impossible to distinguish this work from that of a seasoned author, and I find myself excited about upcoming installments. This is a read definitely worth your time." —Sarah L., Senior Editor, Berkshire Press Inc.
What if today's most horrific headlines were all connected?
Jack Montgomery, still reeling from the loss of his wife and daughter in a terrible accident, is the proverbial "canary in the coalmine"—someone given the unenviable job as first responder for major medical mysteries anywhere on the planet. A freelance investigator for the CDC's Global Health Center, he stumbles upon a puzzle that threatens to change everything he thought he knew about the world, and might change everything he thought he knew about his life.
As pieces of a global conspiracy fall into place, Jack awakens an ancient and patient force—a force with tendrils buried deep inside the power centers of every government and major corporation on earth. One that has now turned its attention to him.
Jack and his friends—both old and new—must run for their lives in a desperate race to discover the truth, with humankind's very survival the prize. Not everyone will reach the finish line.
The machineries of government grind slowly, and one man with nothing left to lose might have a chance to free the Sleepers.
Sleepers is available in print from Netherworld Books.
"As an avid reader of thrillers and science fiction, I can easily say that The Stone of Tantalus by Clancy Weeks rates up there with some of my all time favourites. It is a heart-wrenching and cerebral journey through time, dimensions, and the human psyche that left me satisfied and breathless. The action is effectively subtle, the idea is complex, and the characters are real and raw. I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and recommend it to die-hard and fledgling science fiction fans alike." —Jae Mazer, author of Delivery
The Dead Zone meets The Talisman!
Jason Callahan wants to go home, and he would if he knew where it was. For years his world has changed around him again and again without warning, leaving him with new jobs, new friends, and new enemies. One of a few travelers, Jason is able to slip between the many universes that make up his life, moving sideways from one reality to another. He just can't control it. Even worse, another traveler is trying to kill him, and his only assets are his wits, an uncle the family thinks is crazy, and a cryptic alternate version of himself. While many might lose their grip on reality, and others would simply give up, Jason hopes the next jump will take him home to the life and love he left behind. When the universe calls, however, sometimes you just have to make a stand.
My current project!
Swift, the River Flows is the story of an American continent never colonized by Europeans. It is an America where magic thrives, and the People live in and around modern-day Central Park. Over 100 years ago, most of modern Manhattan, empty of inhabitants, dropped into this world using a magical portal known as a Way
Siipuw, a thirteen-year-old Native American girl apprenticing as a Medicine Woman, one morning follows a pukwudgie to a clearing in the Wood. There she finds a strange young man, beginning an adventure that will test her latent magical abilities and draw on strength she never knew she had. Together they will search for the boy's father, and discover the truth behind the City on the Island, the terrible truth behind the Builders, and the Goddess in the bay.
Take a look at the first three chapters
"But she's been chosen!"
"Sure, boy, but even picked fruit can go bad…"


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Course In Depth
Entry Criteria
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|UCAS Code:
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|3 Years Full-Time, 6 Years Part-Time
|Start Dates:
|September 2020
|Sport and Physical Activity
|Edge Hill University
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|BBC (A Level) or DMM (BTEC)
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Sports management and coaching is a rapidly growing area which covers youth and elite sport, community and organisational development, business and enterprise, health and wellbeing and how sport can contribute to positive social change. This degree has been designed for those seeking careers in these popular fields and will enable you to develop the applied and theoretical knowledge needed to design, implement and evaluate contemporary sports management and coaching programmes. Endorsed by CIMSPA, the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity, it will also allow you to acquire a detailed understanding of the qualities and skills needed to work effectively in sports management and coaching contexts.
In Depth
What will I study?
In Year 1 you will examine the complex relationships between sport, physical activity and health, gain familiarity with child protection in sport, examine sports policy and administration, analyse the growing sectors of sports business and leisure management, receive a grounding in sports research skills and develop an appreciation of the essential pedagogical nature of coaching work.
Year 2 enables you to address a number of contemporary issues in sports management and coaching and gain practical hands-on experience. Key themes include sports research, event management, employability and enterprise, coaching pedagogy and performance analysis. Optional modules enable you to choose between investigating contemporary issues in sport, physical activity and health or sport and youth development.
In Year 3 you will complete an independent research dissertation and undertake a work placement, in addition to studying advanced issues in coaching pedagogy and performance analysis. Optional modules examine the Government policy and interventions designed to promote physical and mental health or enhance your knowledge and skills of effective management within the sports business and leisure industries. The emphasis in Year 3 is on applying your theoretical understanding of contemporary issues in sport management and sports coaching to 'real life' situations.
How will I study?
You will be taught through a combination of lectures, small group seminars, tutorials, workshops and study skills sessions. In addition, you will participate in fieldwork, directed independent study, supervised individual research and ICT-based learning.
You will undertake a formal work placement in Year 3 of this degree programme.
How will I be assessed?
Assessments are both individual and team-based and enable you to develop your presentation skills through applied management and coaching tasks. These tasks will include the writing of essays and project reports, critical appraisals of development strategies, evaluations of management and coaching practices, preparation of poster presentations, planning and delivery of practical sessions, and undertaking a piece of original independent research.
Who will be teaching me?
You will be taught by highly enthusiastic and committed staff who have a wealth of experience working with a variety of sport organisations. The programme team are also involved in national and international research projects that influence the way sport is coached, developed and managed. They will ensure you receive cutting edge knowledge, combined with vital practical experience, to prepare you for the world of work.
A Great Study Environment
All courses in the Department of Sport and Physical Activity place a strong emphasis on practical work, underpinned by outstanding facilities including dedicated biochemistry, biomechanics, performance analysis, physiology and psychology laboratories.
The performance analysis laboratory provides access to industry-standard software and audio-visual equipment for the analysis of athletic and coaching performance, while the biochemistry laboratory enables you to collect and accurately analyse a wide range of metabolites, using the latest technology, to determine the physiological responses of athletes and others, to a variety of exercise stresses such as running, cycling and rowing.
There is a dedicated sports therapy clinic, providing a clinical learning environment in which to gain practical experience, as well as a functional rehabilitation centre where bespoke rehabilitation programmes for individuals or small groups can be implemented.
Additional learning resources include high quality eye-tracking systems in a specialist vision analysis laboratory where you can measure hand-eye coordination, ocular-motor control, reaction times, cognition and other mechanisms associated with visual perception. Cutting edge musculoskeletal assessment tools combine with a dedicated strength and conditioning area in our MSk laboratory where you can assess athletes and implement (p)rehabilitation programmes. Isokinetic dynamometry, electromyography and dynamic balance assessment can all be conducted with immediate transfer to exercise prescription.
In the Sleep, Exercise and Performance laboratory, you can measure the responses of individuals to sleep, sleep deprivation and changes in the circadian rhythms of a variety of biological processes. This helps to determine the best time to exercise or when individuals need to sleep and recover.
Complementing the impressive academic facilities, there are £30 million of sport and leisure facilities across 60 acres on campus, including top-of-the-range 3G football and rugby pitches, hockey pitches, tennis courts, a competition-standard athletics track and an athletics field. The University sports centre boasts a 25-metre swimming pool, double sports hall for badminton, basketball, netball and squash, a 100-station fitness suite, aerobics studio and a health suite with sauna and steam rooms.
ModulesExpand All
Level 4 (Year 1 of Full-Time Programme)
SPT1726Introduction to Sport, Physical Activity and Health (20 credits)
Introduction to Sport, Physical Activity and Health examines the complex relationships that exist between sport, physical activity and health. You will become familiar with the major ways of sourcing, analysing and explaining data on participation in sport and physical activity and discover how this data is used to inform the work of practitioners and policy-makers. In doing so, you will be encouraged to undertake a variety of guided and independent searches for relevant data on key health outcomes at international, national and local levels and relate these to interventions intended to promote sport and physical activity. The module also introduces you to the principles of organising and managing people in the health sector.
Assessment: Coursework: 50%, Written Exam(s): 50%.
SPT1727Introduction to Sport, Equity and Welfare (20 credits)
Introduction to Sport, Equity and Welfare will familiarise you with the work of the Child Protection in Sport Unit based in England. In particular, you will examine the Safeguarding Framework and Safeguarding Standards and discover how these can be applied in real life sporting contexts. You will be encouraged to reflect upon the ways in which principles of equity can be embedded within sport and wider society to safeguard the wellbeing of participants and determine how considerations of welfare may be incorporated within the management and priorities of sports and social welfare organisations.
Assessment: Coursework: 60%, Practical(s): 40%.
SPT1729Introduction to Sport Policy and Development (20 credits)
Introduction to Sport Policy and Development equips you with an understanding of the sport policy process and the development work that emerges from it. The module introduces you to the main sectors in which sporting opportunities are provided and managed, namely the public, private and voluntary sectors. It also explains how sport is organised and administered in the UK, using examples from physical education and school sport, community sport, and elite sport. You will be introduced to the ways in which sporting programmes are expected to address wider government objectives through sport development activity and consider how the key principles of organisational management are enacted to achieve these aims.
Assessment: Coursework: 60%, Practical(s): 40%.
SPT1730Introduction to Sport, Business and Leisure Management (20 credits)
Introduction to Sport, Business and Leisure Management equips you with foundational knowledge in the growing sectors of sports business and leisure management. You will be introduced to all of the major principles of management in the public, private and third sectors and will be able to locate these in the context of major uses of leisure and government policy. You will also be encouraged to examine some of the key aspects of strategic management in the sports, business and leisure industries.
Assessment: Coursework: 50%, Practical(s): 50%.
SPT1731Introduction to Critical Thinking for Sports Research (20 credits)
Introduction to Critical Thinking for Sports Research requires you to become familiar with the academic conventions of studying in higher education. You will become proficient with the expected standards for the referencing and submission of work, thinking and writing in a critically analytical manner, and identifying appropriate literature from books, journals and other appropriate sources to inform your thinking. You will also be introduced to important ways of searching relevant databases both within and beyond sports contexts.
Assessment: Coursework: 100%.
SPT1830Introduction to Coaching Pedagogy (20 credits)
Introduction to Coaching Pedagogy will provide you with an understanding of the essential pedagogical nature of coaching work. The module will make you aware of the fundamental assumptions underpinning a selection of learning theories, as well as developing your knowledge of how these theories could be applied to facilitate and assess learning in coaching settings. You will also become familiar with the issues and practices surrounding the creation and maintenance of positive learning environments.
Assessment: Coursework: 60%, Practical(s): 40%.
Level 5 (Year 2 of Full-Time Programme)
SPT2726Doing Real World Sports Research (20 credits)
Doing Real World Sports Research develops your ability to define appropriate research questions, to select appropriate methods and methodologies to help answer those questions, and to undertake data analysis. You will also become familiar with a range of research designs and sampling techniques and learn how leading researchers carry out their real-life research projects, negotiate practical day-to-day problems, and manage the difficulties and setbacks that are a normal part of the research process.
Assessment: Coursework: 100%.
SPT2727Employability and Enterprise in the Sports Business (20 credits)
Employability and Enterprise in the Sports Business familiarises you with the changing business-oriented needs of the sports industry and related employment sectors. You will be introduced to the various ways in which your skills and abilities can be matched to the demands of the sport and leisure industries. You will become proficient in undertaking self-appraisals, marketing your needs to prospective employers, identifying innovative and entrepreneurial ways of working, and anticipating trends in the local, national and global sports industry.
Assessment: Coursework: 100%.
SPT2728Contemporary Issues in Sport Management and Event Planning (20 credits)
Contemporary Issues in Sport Management and Event Planning enhances your knowledge of the key principles of sport and event management, especially human resource management, finance, budgeting and social marketing, and applies these in real-life practical settings. The module enables you to obtain valuable experience of planning and delivering events for local communities. You will work as part of a group to apply knowledge of planning theory to a selected event in partnership with key strategic partners and other sports industry organisations.
Assessment: Coursework: 70%, Practical(s): 30%.
SPT2830Applied Issues in Coaching Pedagogy (20 credits)
Applied Issues in Coaching Pedagogy considers the pedagogical complexity of coaching work from a psychological perspective. You will explore a number of topics related to motivational climates, team building and cohesion, as well as the sporting development of individuals and groups. The module will be underpinned by a problem-based approach that will encourage you to use theory and empirical research to address a variety of everyday coaching scenarios and issues.
Assessment: Coursework: 100%.
SPT2832Applied Issues in Performance Analysis (20 credits)
Applied Issues in Performance Analysis provides you with the necessary theoretical and practical background knowledge to understand the processes involved in analysing sporting performance. The module will make you aware of the contemporary debates around performance analysis, inclusive of various quantitative and qualitative means of analysing athletic performance and coaching behaviour. You will also be taught how to utilise industry standard video-based performance analysis technology and software within a laboratory-based setting. The module not only requires you to examine relevant performance analysis theory but to practically apply this to the analysis of athletic performance and coaching behaviour.
Assessment: Coursework: 60%, Practical(s): 40%.
You will select one of the following modules:
SPT2733Contemporary Issues in Sport and Youth Development (20 credits)
Contemporary Issues in Sport and Youth Development focuses on the management and delivery of community development programmes that utilise sport and physical activity for social policy purposes. You will examine how the development of young people through the provision of sports programmes, delivered locally, nationally and globally, is one of the core priorities of sport development activity. The module will enable you to become familiar with the mechanisms, processes and contexts that produce particular outcomes associated with sports programmes so that their effectiveness can be better understood.
Assessment: Coursework: 60%, Practical(s): 40%.
SPT2734Contemporary Issues in Sport, Physical Activity and Health (20 credits)
Contemporary Issues in Sport, Physical Activity and Health introduces you to contemporary issues in sport, physical activity and health. The module requires you to consider the complex biological, social and environmental factors that influence and explain participation levels in sport and physical activity. In doing so, you will examine theoretical models to understand behaviour, as well as key determinants, and explore the effectiveness of behaviour change techniques in sport and physical activity contexts. You will also advance your understanding and awareness of tools to measure health outcomes, explore the use of new technologies to monitor and improve health, and enhance your skills in the analysis and interpretation of sport, physical activity and health-related data.
Assessment: Coursework: 50%, Practical(s): 50%.
Level 6 (Year 3 of Full-Time Programme)
SPT3220Dissertation (40 credits)
Dissertation allows you to engage in an in-depth independent research project, specialising your focus on a relevant area of interest.
Assessment: Coursework: 80%, Practical(s): 20%.
SPT3728Applied Work Placement in Sports Development and Management (20 credits)
Applied Work Placement in Sports Development and Management enables you to obtain real-life experience of working with employers from local, national and international contexts in order to enhance your awareness and understanding of the needs of sports-related sectors. You will liaise with employers on a regular basis on this year-long module and engage in a range of personal development activities. Throughout the module, you will work in groups on a real-life project, apply key principles of management, and produce a presentation that outlines how an initiative that you have designed will be implemented, managed and assessed during a six-week placement.
Assessment: Coursework: 100%.
SPT3830Advanced Issues in Coaching Pedagogy (20 credits)
Advanced Issues in Coaching Pedagogy seeks to enhance your critical understanding of coaching pedagogy, especially in terms of the dilemmas that coaches may encounter when working with a diverse range of individuals and groups. In particular, this module focuses upon coaching diverse populations (for example, by age, gender, sexuality, ethnicity and disability) and addresses the development of differentiated delivery styles to meet specific individual and group needs. Through the adoption of a problem-based learning approach, you will explore and develop your critical understanding of a variety of pedagogical concepts, issues, and methods.
Assessment: Coursework: 50%, Practical(s): 50%.
SPT3832Advanced Issues in Performance Analysis (20 credits)
Advanced Issues in Performance Analysis develops your expertise in performance analysis by requiring you to apply your knowledge and skills in a 'real-world' context. You will provide performance analysis support to coaches working in the local community. In addition to this, you will also give consideration to the pedagogical uses of video-based performance analysis technologies to facilitate athletic learning and development.
Assessment: Coursework: 60%, Practical(s): 40%.
You will select one of the following modules:
SPT3729Working in Sport, Physical Activity and Health (20 credits)
Working in Sport, Physical Activity and Health requires you to examine the complex relationships that exist between sport, physical activity and health and apply your knowledge to real-life work scenarios. You will analyse the existing Government policy and interventions designed to promote physical and mental health, via sport and physical activity participation, and relate these to the principles of sports development and management. You will be encouraged to undertake a range of independent research activities that enhance your understanding of the ways in which the health-related interventions operate at local, national and international levels and how their effectiveness can be improved to make a positive impact on wellbeing.
Assessment: Coursework: 100%.
SPT3733Working in Sports Business and Leisure Management (20 credits)
Working in Sports Business and Leisure Management provides you with an opportunity to use your knowledge and skills of sports business and leisure management to prepare for pursuing a career in these sectors. The module develops your awareness of strategy, accounting and finance, marketing, human resource management, managing people and change in organisations, entrepreneurship and governance, corporate social responsibility and ethics, all of which will be developed via theoretically-informed practical examples from the 'real world' of sports business and the leisure industries.
Assessment: Coursework: 60%, Practical(s): 40%.
Optional modules provide an element of choice within the programme curriculum. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by timetabling requirements.
Timetables for your first week are normally available at the end of August prior to enrolment in September. You can expect to receive your timetable for the rest of the academic year during your first week. Please note that while we make every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week. Wednesday afternoons are normally reserved for sports and cultural activities.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information, however our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may necessitate alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses.
Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies, revisions to subject benchmarks statements, to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Entry Criteria
Entry Requirements
Typical offer 112 UCAS Tariff points, preferably to include Physical Education.
If you accept a formal offer from Edge Hill University you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure indicating that you meet the mandatory criteria of 'Clearance to Work with Children and/or Vulnerable Adults'. Further information will be sent to you after you have firmly accepted an offer.
Example Offers
Some examples of how you can achieve 112 UCAS Tariff points are detailed below.
- A Level: BBC;
- BTEC Extended Diploma (or combination of BTEC QCF qualifications): Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM);
- International Baccalaureate (IB): We are happy to accept IB qualifications which achieve the required number of UCAS Tariff points. Subject-specific requirements at Higher Level (HL) Grade 5 may apply;
- Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 credits at Level 3, for example 15 credits at Distinction and 30 credits at Merit. The required total can be attained from various credit combinations.
Please note, the above examples may differ from actual offers made. A combination of A Level and BTEC awards may also be accepted.
As long as you have a minimum of two A Levels (or equivalent), there is no maximum number of qualifications that we will accept UCAS points from. This includes additional qualifications such as the Welsh Baccalaureate and Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), AS Levels that haven't been continued to A Level, and General Studies AS or A Level awards.
For further information on how you can meet the entry requirements, including details of alternative qualifications, please visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/offers.
EU students can get country-specific information about the University's entry requirements and equivalent national qualifications at www.edgehill.ac.uk/eu.
International students should visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/international for information on the entry criteria for overseas applicants.
English Language Requirements
International students require IELTS 6.0, with a score no lower than 5.5 in each individual component, or an equivalent English language qualification.
If your current level of English is half a band lower, either overall or in one or two elements, you may want to consider our Pre-Sessional English course.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Edge Hill University recognises learning gained elsewhere, whether through academic credit and qualifications acquired from other relevant courses of study or through recognition of an individual's professional and employment experience (also referred to as 'experiential learning'). This may include credit or learning undertaken at another university.
Previous learning that is recognised in this way may be used towards meeting the entry requirements for a programme and/or for exemption from part of a programme. It is your responsibility to make a claim for recognition of prior learning. For guidance, please consult the University's academic regulations (sections C7 and F3.1) or contact the faculty in which you are interested in studying.
Career Prospects
What are my career prospects?
You will graduate with the skills, knowledge and practical experience required to make a highly effective contribution to the contemporary sports management and coaching industries. You will be well placed to progress into a career in sports management, coaching and/or performance analysis. Alternatively, you may wish to train to teach or proceed onto Masters level study.
The programme will also equip you with a range of transferable skills that are ideally suited to a variety of careers in both the public and private sectors.
How can I enhance my employability?
It is useful to consider, even before you apply, how you will spend your time while studying and make the most of your university experience.
Optional, additional activities may be available on this degree which could help to prepare you for a stimulating and rewarding career. These include:
- Sandwich Years – you may have the opportunity to apply to complete a sandwich year placement, usually as the third year of a four year degree, and gain highly relevant work experience;
- Erasmus+ and Study Abroad – you may have the opportunity to apply to spend time studying or working abroad, usually as the third year of a four year degree, enabling you to immerse yourself in a different culture;
- Learning a Language – you may be able to participate in Language Steps classes, delivered at the Edge Hill Language Centre, as additional study.
Please note, the availability of these additional activities cannot be guaranteed for all students. Depending on availability and the number of students wanting to participate, there may be a competitive application process for sandwich year placements or studying abroad opportunities or you may be required to secure a relevant placement yourself.
Tuition Fees
If you are a prospective UK or EU student who will be joining this undergraduate degree on a full-time basis in academic year 2020/21, the tuition fee will be £9,250 per annum. Tuition fees for international students enrolling on the programme in academic year 2020/21 are £12,250 per annum.
If you are a prospective UK or EU student who will be joining this undergraduate degree on a part-time basis in academic year 2020/21, the tuition fee will be £77 per credit, i.e. £1,540 per 20 credit module. 360 credits are required to complete an undergraduate degree.
The University may administer a small inflationary rise in tuition fees, in line with Government policy, in subsequent academic years as you progress through the course.
Financial Support
Subject to eligibility, UK and EU students joining this undergraduate degree can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan from the Government to cover the full cost of tuition fees. UK and EU students enrolling on the programme may also be eligible to apply for additional funding to help with living costs.
For comprehensive information about the financial support available to eligible UK and EU students joining this programme in academic year 2020/21, together with details of how to apply for potential funding, please view our Money Matters 2020/21 guide for your intended mode of study.
- Money Matters 2020/21 Full-Time: www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradfinance2020
- Money Matters 2020/21 Part-Time: www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradfinance2020pt
Financial support information for international students can be found at www.edgehill.ac.uk/international/fees.
Edge Hill University offers a range of scholarships with a competitive application process for prospective full-time undergraduate students.
These scholarships aren't linked to academic success and celebrate determination, talent and achievement beyond your coursework, for instance in creativity, enterprise, ICT, performance, sport or volunteering.
An additional scholarship, which you may qualify to receive, rewards outstanding grades and is available to eligible UK and EU students.
To find out more about scholarships, to assess your eligibility, and to meet some of our dedicated scholarship winners, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/scholarships.
How to Apply
If you wish to study full-time, apply online through UCAS at www.ucas.com. Visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/applyucas to find out more about the application process.
If you wish to study part-time, apply directly to Edge Hill University at www.edgehill.ac.uk/apply-part-time.
Further information for international students about how to apply is available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/applyinternational.
Should you accept an offer of a place to study with us and formally enrol as a student, you will be subject to the provisions of the regulations, rules, codes, conditions and policies which apply to our students. These are available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/studentterms.
Visit Us
If you are considering applying to study at Edge Hill University, the best way to gain an insight into student life is to discover our stunning campus for yourself by attending an open day. You can view dates and book your place at www.edgehill.ac.uk/opendays.
Alternatively, if you are unable to attend an open day, you can find out more about all of our events for prospective students, including monthly campus tours, at www.edgehill.ac.uk/visitus.
Request a Prospectus
If you would like to explore our full range of degrees before you apply, you can order an undergraduate prospectus at www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradprospectus.
Get in Touch
If you have any questions about this programme or what it's like to study at Edge Hill University, please contact:
- Course Enquiries
- Tel: 01695 657000
- Email: email@example.com
International students should visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/international or email email@example.com with any queries about overseas study.
Course ChangesExpand All This page outlines any material changes to course content, programme structure, assessment methods, entry criteria, and modes of study or delivery, implemented in the past two years.
5th July 2019 - Change of Entry Requirements
Entry requirements have been revised to 112 UCAS Tariff points, preferably to include Physical Education. Additionally, DBS Enhanced Disclosure continues to be required.


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The following bridge articles are by Tony Howarth and can be found on the Porthcawl Bridge Club web site.
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Access digital copies of information packets and permissions slips for your convenience and printing pleasure. Never again worry about losing a dreaded memorandum again!
Forget your LET book? Need to look something up for your uniform? The above link has a library of textbooks and references to help you easily and correctly complete tasks and assignments.
Standard Operating Procedures allow Cadets and Instructors to always know the regulation way to Operate as governed by the U.S. Army, Cadet Command, Fourth Brigade, and the Cavalier Battalion.
For all new and returning cadets at the beginning of each semester. There you will find all the required material to know and fill out for your instructor about the program and about yourself.
Do you want to go to college? The military? The Workforce? If your answer is yes, than this is the page for you! All the information you'll ever need to guide you out of high school and into the world beyond is just beyond that button.
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This year EAACI will celebrate the 10th anniversary of its Pediatric Allergy and Asthma Meeting (PAAM 2019), taking place from 17 – 19 October at the Fortezza da Basso of Florence, Italy.
PAAM 2019 scientific programme will provide delegates with up-to-date information and enhance their learning experience in pediatric allergy and asthma. Contemporary aspects of asthma, food allergy, anaphylaxis, atopic eczema, immunotherapy and eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorders will be the main focus of this EAACI meeting.
This memorable international meeting will bring together clinicians – pediatric specialists, primary care physicians, health care professionals who manage children with allergic disorders – and scientists with a broad range of experience.
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Storing Wind for a Rainy Day: What Kind of Electricity Does Denmark Export?
Richard Green, Nicholas Vasilakos
Abstract: Physical laws mean that it is generally impossible to identify which power stations are exporting to another country, but economic logic offers strong clues. On windy days, Denmark tends to export electricity to its neighbours, and to import power on calm days. Storing electricity in this way thus allows the country to deal with the intermittency of wind generation. We show that this kind of behaviour is theoretically optimal when a region with wind and thermal generation can trade with one based on hydro power. However, annual trends in Denmark's trade follow its output of thermal generation and are inversely related to Nordic production of hydro power and the amount of water available to Scandinavian generators, with no correlation with wind generation. We estimate the cost of volatility in Denmark's wind output to equal between 4% and 8% of its market value. Keywords: Electricity, Wind generation, Hydro generation, Storage, International trade
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Energy Specializations: Electricity – Generation Technologies; Electricity – Markets and Prices ; Renewables – Wind ; Renewables – Policy and RegulationJEL Codes: Q42: Alternative Energy Sources, Q20: Renewable Resources and Conservation: General, Q21: Renewable Resources and Conservation: Demand and Supply; Prices, Q41: Energy: Demand and Supply; Prices, Q54: Climate; Natural Disasters and Their Management; Global Warming
Keywords: Electricity, Wind generation, Hydro generation, Storage, International trade
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September 18, 2004
Yakima, WA – Biking and Kayaking
We experienced a little culture shock coming back into civilization after spending the last few weeks in Olympic and Rainier. Cars, city noises, tighter camp spaces. But, we have WIFI, a heated swimming pool to do laps in, cable TV to watch Hurricane Ivan, and the other conveniences of city life. We also had SUN – glorious, glorious SUNSHINE!
After doing our laps and soaking in the jacuzzi we got on our bikes and rode the Yakima Greenway. The Greenway is a nice paved path that follows the Yakima River and connects 3 different parks in the city. It felt great to get in some exercise (other than walking/hiking). We biked from the RV park to the southern end & Popoff Nature Trail.
We had expected a little more from the city of Yakima itself. For some reason we expected "Durango" or "Coeur d'Alene" type of a feel in the city. Probably because wineries and microbreweries usually create an eclectic, touristy feel. But the feel of the city we have (after a whopping 12 hours) is that it is purely agriculture, lower-income. Maybe we're missing something, but we did drive around last night seeking a good place to eat out and saw quite a bit of the city.
Today we were going to try to get in a paddle – if we can find some more information on paddling the Yakima River near Roza Dam quickly. As of right now, we still plan on leaving tomorrow and heading towards the Columbia River Gorge.
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Well, we didn't leave Yakima yesterday as expected. Apparently Willie Nelson was having a concert down on the Columbia River Gorge in the area we were heading and all the campgrounds were booked.
Oh well, at least we were able to go kayaking on the Yakima River because of the delay. We drove into the Yakima Canyon area to check out the river. We had learned that there were lots of places to put in and take out. Most people do it as a one-way float trip and set up a shuttle system. Instead of us setting up a bike-shuttle, though, we decided to do it as an out-and-back trip figuring it would be more convenient. (Partly because the apple-crate semi-tractor trailers use this road. We weren't comfortable sharing the road on our bikes.) The river looked doable. Since there was less current closer to the dam we put in at Roza Recreational Site and paddled towards the dam. It started out easy enough, but quickly became a workout. The current got stronger the further north we paddled. We did have a couple of eddies that we were able to duck into in order to take a breather and enjoy our surroundings. Did we mention that eastern Washington is a desert? Well it is and it's been a shock to be back in brown-grass and sage bushes after coming out of the rainforests of the NW. So we'd sit in the eddies and look out at the brown slopes of the canyon. We saw several deer, birds, and baby fish.
Of course our competitive sides kicked in when we hit this one riffle (small rapids). Both of us tried feverishly to paddle up and over it, but to no avail. We'd get about three-quarters of the way through and then get stopped as if we hit a brick wall. We both finally quit and portaged over it. After that, though, the river just became harder and harder to paddle and make any headway. Diane was the first to cry "uncle". It's just no fun when there is no visible progress. But it was a good thing we turned around when we did. Big, black rain clouds came in from every direction and the rain started minutes after we loaded the kayaks on our car.


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Sorry, there are no MTV VMAs dates.
An MTV Video Music Award (commonly abbreviated as a VMA) is an award presented by the cable channel MTVto honor the best in the music video medium. Originally conceived as an alternative to the Grammy Awards (in the video category), the annual MTV Video Music Awards ceremony has often been called the "Super Bowl for youth", an acknowledgment of the VMA ceremony's ability to draw millions of youth from teens to 20-somethings each year. By 2001, the VMA had become a coveted award. The statue given to winners is an astronaut on the moon, one of the earliest representations of MTV, and was colloquially called a "moonman". However, in 2017 Chris McCarthy, the President of MTV, stated that the statue would be called a "Moon Person" from then on. The statue was conceived by Manhattan Design—also designers of the original MTV logo—based on the 1981 "Top of the Hour" animation created by Fred Seibert, produced by Alan Goodman, and produced by Buzz Potamkin at Buzzco Associates. The statue is now made by New York firm, Society Awards. Since the 2006 ceremony, viewers are able to vote for their favorite videos in all general categories by visiting MTV's website.
The annual VMA ceremony occurs before the end of summer and held either in late August or mid-September, and broadcast live on MTV, along with simulcasts on MTV's sister networks to nullify in-house competition. The first VMA ceremony was held in 1984 at New York City's Radio City Music Hall. The ceremonies are normally held in either New York City or Los Angeles. However, the ceremonies have also been hosted in Miami and Las Vegas.


text: Home News Business brain takes Plus Dane leadership role Print page Business brain takes Plus Dane leadership role 09.02.2012 A leading business consultant with a soft spot for glam rock has been named as deputy chair of Plus Dane Group. A leading business consultant with a soft spot for glam rock has been named as deputy chair of Plus Dane Group.Strategy specialist Catrina Hewitson, who has been on the boards of the Merseyside and Cheshire Neighbourhood investor since 2003, said she was "thrilled" to be taking up the role.Liverpool-born Catrina has worked with some of Britain's biggest companies and organisations, including the BBC, Tesco, Unilever, Time Warner and within Whitehall.One of her first jobs will be exploring opportunities for new partnerships between the Neighbourhood investor and other progressive organisations and businesses."Housing has long been a passion of mine," she said. "I'm a city girl and my work is about how people and organisations fulfil their potential – good housing and great neighbourhoods are fundamental to that."Plus Dane is fantastic at creating solutions and it will be about choosing the right ones to focus on at a time when government policy is taking the housing sector into unprecedented areas of challenge and opportunity."Plus Dane Group's Chief Executive Ken Perry said: "Catrina has years of experience as a board member within the group and has chaired a number of our key committees, outside of Plus Dane she is a highly successful businesswoman who works with many blue chip organisations. Her appointment to deputy chair will further strengthen the strategic competence of the board."Catrina, who is married and has three teenage children, spends her spare time indulging a passion for the arts. She particularly enjoys live music and her musical heroes are David Bowie, Roxy Music and The Osmonds. She is also deep in training for the Liverpool marathon in October, her first such race and the fulfilment of a bet made with her brother.Catrina replaces Nigel Hodges, who is stepping down. Back to top


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text: CoffeeShop Blues SHELL-PATH I contemplate my waning life While walking ocean's foam. Above me, on the sandy beach, A shell-path points me home. They're boring in their sameness, but Amassed, they're still a sight. These undistinguished corpses lie Disgorged by ocean's might. Then, there appears a won'drous thing. Up through soft sand I trudge. A special seashell beckons me Whose quality I judge Magnificent in form and hue. No sameness have we here. A work of art from God's own hand, Indeed, it has no peer. While I admire this lovely shell, Unique among the rest, I wonder: what I leave behind— Will it pass my own test Of a legacy worth leaving? Will I stand out? I sigh. I'm a shell within the shell-path— A spec'men I'd pass by. 54


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Throwing yourself on a grenade. This idea has become a cultural and mythological cliché, akin to the idea of a cowboy showdown at high noon. Something that maybe happened once or twice, but has been so exaggerated in pop culture as to have entered the realm of myth. Except this near-mythical heroic sacrifice is real.
Congress has awarded three Medals of Honor during the Iraq War. One went to Corporal Jason Dunham, Company K, 3rd Battalion 7th Marines. On April 14, 2004, Dunham's squad conducted a reconnaissance mission in the town of Karabilah. Some distance away, he heard explosions, and the corporal led his team to provide fire assistance to their commander's ambushed convoy. Dunham and his team dismounted from their vehicles and sneaked up on an Iraqi convoy near the ambush.
Suddenly, a Taliban fighter attacked Dunham. Dunham wrestled the terrorist to the ground, but the terrorist tossed a grenade toward two of Dunham's squad mates. Dunham knew they wouldn't have time to escape so, without hesitation, he dove on the grenade, covering it with his helmet and body. He died hours later, and saved several lives.
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PhantomJS is a headless WebKit scriptable with a JavaScript API. It has fast and native support for various web standards: DOM handling, CSS selector, JSON, Canvas, and SVG.
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Last Online: November 20, 2010
Birthday: May 16
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Mom of a pre-teen daughter (6th grade this year so wow, BIG wow) living in North-East Florida about 20 minutes from Jacksonville. Our town is rarely heard of, so we usually just say we're from Jax, since we have to go there to see civilization anyways!!! When I'm not working (at my paid job or my real job as a Mom) I like to putz around. Included, but in no particular order, would be reading, crafting, painting, antique-ing, traveling (weekend roadtrips or planned vaca's). Summer vaca this year was London/Paris vacation which was wonderful, but everything that could have gone wrong, did! I have a hankering to be somewhere in Italy next May when I hit the big 4 OH!!! I'm keeping my fingers crossed!
Enigma is still a fav after all these years...I have my phases of what I listen to and currently I'm digging Alternative i.e. Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Paper Tongues, Breaking Benjamin, Cage the Elephant....just to name a few...Last but certainly not least, I have to go with 80's stuff since that was my time! Everything from Metal, Beastie Boys, REO Speedwagon, Journey, NKTOB....wow....what a cheesy decade but sooooo great!!!!
Hmm...give me a good suspense book any day! Especially when the hero is a chick who can take care of herself!!! On the other hand, I also like the inspirational writings of Dr. Deepak Chopra and Paulo Cohelo....Again, I'm all over the place with my fav's...
Gosh...I like making mixed media assemblages, paintings, re-vamped jewelry, postcard and card making painting decoupage....I honestly mess around a bit with it all...I'm the type of person who can't go into a craft store without a list, because if not I will shop for at least a couple of hours....ugghhh! not good when I have limited storage space!!!!
A few of my likes:
*Postcards (new and vintage and even like the used vintage ones) Would love to have all 50 states...!
*Vintage (hats, purses, jewelry, hankies, gloves, etc....especially the 40's and 50's)
*Fav colors are black, hot pink, purple and silver
*Vintage emphera: pics, mags (older than the mid-60's) ads *Glitter, sequins, rhinestones
*The smelland taste of lemon, lime and coconut
*Craft paints
*Hello Kitty
*Cute/Girly things/Kawaii
*Interesting PC's (vintage, purchased or made)
*Homemade envies Notecards *Stationary *Envie Art/Mail Art
*Anything neat, cutesy, or just plain different!
*Handcrafted items (soap, jewelry, etc)
A few of my dislikes:
*Not really into Disney stuff...I blame it on being just a 2 1/2 drive away from my location
ummm...don't have a lot of dislikes...
I'm sure both lists will grow in time. I guess I'm open to things that I havent't attempted yet (steampunk etc) and won't know until I receive something of said item....Honestly though I do like "surprises" and welcome the "sender's choice" swaps and a lot of the time, I don't list likes or dislikes under the comments...Takes away from the fun the swap (to me). I'm pretty easy though...Did I mention I like shiny, vintage, cutesy or different kind of things?!?!
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Still waiting on my Tokyo ATC!!!
Hi! Would you be so kind as to rate me for the "Some Days in My Usual Life" swap? Thank you! :) lettergirl Jamie Cassidy
I forgot to tell you...I did a little blog post about the amazing Halloween package you sent me!
hi ali!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ^U^
how bees you?!!!! hope u are well & having a good week! just bopped by to say HELLO!!!!!
xoxo mary ann
Welcome to the Mailbox Nourishment Group!
Please come and join in the fun!
I totally forgot to tell you thank you for the beautiful notecard too! Rumi is one of my favourite poets ever! I'm going to frame this card and put it on the wall so I can see it all the time. Thanks again! blessings, Gypsy
Thanks Ali for the map card!!!! It was so funny because on the SAME day it came my friend in the Netherlands mailed me a Florida State Map one too for me to mail back to her!!!! Isn't that insane!!! LOL It was the day for Florida! Well I know you wish for season changes but i just dream about the sun I miss here in England!!! Soon it will be dark by 4ish every night all winter!!!!! xo Alicia
happy friday to you too ali!!! omg, i know, i can't even believe that it's OCT already?! what the, lol... have a super weekend!! xo mary ann (p.s., lemme know if you get something in the mail, hee)... :0)


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We're undertaking some research into just what it is about dance which captivates people. What hooked you in the first place? Why do you go to see it? Do you dance yourself – whether professionally, or at home alone?
We were inundated with responses last week which slowed the system down. If you found it very slow and gave up – please try again now!
We hope that you'll take five minutes to answer a few questions – and contribute to a wider understanding of dance. A report on our findings will appear on the site later in the year.
We've also included some questions about londondance.com, to help us see how you use the site – and how we can continue to improve on it.
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Significance Of Dentistry
Dentistry is one of the medicine branches that deals with study, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the orally cavity. Dentists are involved in both dentistry field as well as craniofacial which entails treatment of facial injuries. The dentists are competent in dealing with teeth problems.
To prevent the occurrence of teeth problems such as tooth decay as referred to as dental caries and gum disease is one of the main aims of having regular dental checkups. These teeth difficulties can be handles through techniques such as root canal treatment, root planning and extraction of teeth.
Teeth which are well taken care of increases one's level of self-esteem and confidence as you will not have issues expressing yourself as a result of a bad smelling mouth. Decayed teeth are associated with a bad smelling mouth. Having mouth odor could lower one's self-esteem as you are scared of socializing. Healthy teeth enhances ones comfort ability since you have no distractions from toothaches of mouth infections.
Dentists advice that for one to have a healthy mouth and teeth, eating of hard foods such as sugarcane strengthens your teeth, and they stay healthy for long. Teeth that are not strong wear out easily. One should also avoid sugary foods since they accelerate the rate of tooth decay. Sugary items result in cavities in teeth which accelerate teeth decay. The organisms that cause teeth decay are active when one's mouth is closed for long especially at night so one should brush their teeth before sleeping.
The teeth experts encourage people to use high-quality toothbrushes to be certain that teeth are cleaned appropriately. The toothbrush should be soft to avoid injuring the gums which can cause bleeding. Brushing of teeth should be done with caution.
Dentists not only specialize in treating teeth disorders but also provide educative information about oral hygiene. They encourage preventive measures through regular checkups and maintaining good hygiene. They advise people to go for oral cleaning and checkup more often.
It is also important to visit the dentist regularly to make sure potential problems are spotted early. In some circumstances the teeth specialists may advise one to put on braces to help arrange the teeth properly. The teeth experts may also encourage one to go for x-rays now and then to reveal any teeth problems that require attention. You may be having teeth difficulties and this can only be revealed if you go for teeth checkup now and then. The frequent checkups will result to reduction of dental treatment anxiety in future.
Those who have observed proper oral hygiene have better memories compared to those with teeth problems.


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Drones are the hot new gear item – in fact, 2014 has been called the "Year of the Drone." Check out this article about how a news videographer got in hot water with the FAA over the use of a drone at an accident scene.
No doubt news photographers will want to fly high over news scenes to get the shots they've always dreamed about – accident scenes, flying around inside burning buildings, or chasing a burglar through back yards.
There are going to be a lot more incidents in the near future before we work out the laws and codes of conduct with flying cameras. For one thing, celebrities will have to install defensive measures or they'll be constantly buzzed by swarms of drones wherever they go.
Articles from the NPPA on Drones:
Photojournalist investigated by FAA for using drone near fatal accident scene
A videographer for WFSB in Hartford, Connecticut is reportedly under investigation after using his personal remote-controlled aerial camera to photograph an accident scene in early February. The Hartford Courant reports that while investigating a fatal police crash in Hartford on February 1, police noticed the craft at the crime scene. The police reported the photographer to the FAA and complained to WFSB, which then reportedly suspended him. The FAA reportedly has announced that it will be investigating.
Read Full News "Photojournalist investigated by FAA for using drone near fatal accident scene"
NPPA survey: Use of Remotely Controlled Aircraft & Drones in News gathering
The National Press Photographers Association and the law firm of Holland & Knight are launching a new study on the use of remotely controlled aircraft or drones in newsgathering. Everyone with an interest in the application of this evolving technology is invited to participate in the survey.
It is expected that news organizations and individual journalists will use small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles or Systems for newsgathering purposes once such use is integrated into the National Air System, NPPA general counsel Mickey H. Osterreicher said. In an attempt to help chart the legislative landscape for such use, this survey will help provide data to be used in a technical paper to be presented at the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International program Unmanned Systems 2014, which will be held in May in Orlando, FL.
Read full news "NPPA survey: Use of Remotely Controlled Aircraft & Drones in News gathering"
The Pocket Drone – Your personal flying robot by AirDroids
The Pocket Drone is the personal flying robot that enables anyone to capture amazing video and photos from the sky. The year 2014 is going to be the "Year of the Drone." Personal and professional photography is literally beginning to take off. Everybody can already take great looking photos and videos with their camera phones and share them online, but they have been limited to what could be seen from the ground. Now with the Pocket Drone, it's never been easier to capture spectacular aerial images that open up a whole new perspective and insight that had previously been unseen.
The Pocket Drone key features
1. Unique cutting-edge collapsible compact design
2. Easy to fly and simple to maintain
3. Lightweight with maximum payload
4. Ready to fly (RTF) with everything you need out of the box and quick to deploy
5. Advanced software and systems with autopilot and "follow me" mode
6. Longest flight time of any multicopter under $500
7. High quality materials and components
8. Upgradeable, expandable and hackable
9. Designed with multiple safety features
We are also proud that our project has been selected from numerous other hardware innovations as a finalist at the TechCrunch Hardware Battlefield 2014 at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas
Read the full Kickstarter campaign: The Pocket Drone – Your personal flying robot by AirDroids
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The objective of this Ph.D. dissertation is to investigate how the four dimensions of knowledge economy which are consistent with the World Bank's Knowledge Economy Index interact with financial access in order to mitigate income inequality in Africa.
The thesis consists of four empirical papers, notably: (i) the effect of information and communication technology (ICT) in complementing financial access to reduce inequality; (ii) the role of information sharing offices in modulating financial access to mitigate inequality; (iii) the impact of financial access in complementing education and lifelong learning to reduce inequality and (iv) the role of governance quality in modulating the effect of financial access on inequality in the African context. The underlying papers are capturing all the four dimensions of the World Bank's Knowledge Economy Index (KEI), namely: education; ICT; economic incentives by means of information sharing offices; and governance quality or institutional regime.
The modelling exercise is based on the Generalized Method of Moments (GMM). Data are combined into a panel structure and sourced from: (i) the Financial Development and Structure Database (FDSD) of the World Bank for financial access variables; (ii) World Governance Indicators (WGI) of the World Bank for governance variables; (iii) World Development Indicators (WDI) of the World Bank for other variables and (iv) the Global Consumption and Income Project (GCIP) for income inequality variables.
The common denominator of the results is that, among the financial access indicators, the financial system deposit (or financial system depth) channel is fundamental in mitigating income inequality by means of the engaged knowledge economy policy instruments.
Policy and scholarly recommendations are proposed.


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Hi all,
Recently managed to get around to tuning my MK6 R.
Running into a few issues such as the throttle keeps backing on and off.
Attached is a log showing the issue i'm having.
Not sure if it is related to me trying to request more air load (more boost) but boost goes hits 20psi then drops to 15psi when the throttle body decides to back off.
You can see that the Accelerator Position D is around 80% and commanded throttle is at 100% but then decides to drop to 40% then raise back up to 100%.
Any ideas would be really appreciated.
Edited using Beta VCM Suite


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New Releases
Shoplifters (Manbiki kazoku)
Oscar Nominee for Best Foreign Language Film!
Winner of the 2018 Cannes Film Festival's Palme d'Or and Oscar-nominated for Best Foreign Language Film in 2019, Shoplifters—about a Japanese family of small-time crooks—has garnered nearly unanimous rave reviews. After one of their shoplifting sessions, Osamu (Lily Franky) and his son come across a little girl in the freezing cold. At first reluctant, Osamu's wife agrees to help after learning of the hardships the girl has faced. Although the family makes barely enough money to survive, they stay happily together until an unforeseen incident reveals hidden secrets.
"Before the shoot, I was thinking of this film as kind of a fable. Even if the film was realistic, I wanted to describe the poetry of human beings, and both the cinematography and music came close to my vision. I have always been a fan of Hosono Haruomi's film scores. In this film, his music captures the fantasy side of the story." —Hirokazu Kore-eda, director
Rated R
"A work of such emotional delicacy, you're barely prepared when it knocks you sideways." —Los Angeles Times
"A masterpiece." —Wall Street Journal
"My favorite movie of the year so far." —filmmaker Ava Duvernay
• Read interviews with the filmmaker here and here.
• See a Film Comment blog post comparing Shoplifters with Kore-eda's After Life.
• Listen to a Film Comment podcast on "families on film."


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Sunday, January 25, 2009
My Fairy Princess!!!
Back in November my mom was at a craft fair and came across a lady who had a booth setup and was taking pictures of girls dressed up in a Fairy outfit. So, of course I went the next day! The pictures turned out cute, but in some of them you could really tell that Ella had been crying (red face), and in others she had squinted up her eyes. So, I called the lady and asked if she was doing this set up on another day, luckily for me she was!! Now before I post these pictures I want to tell you what happened after.... A couple of weeks after I had received the proofs in the mail I still had not ordered pictures so I emailed Mia Coffey (the photographer) and told her that I had not forgotten about the pictures, that I was indeed going to order some, I had just been busy and of course I attached the link to my blog on the end of it : ) Well, a couple of days after that Mia called me. She said she wanted to ask me something and that she didn't want to offend me ( which always puts me on guard.) Anyhow she said that a lot of photographers are specializing in something these days and was wondering if I thought the parents of other kids with Down syndrome in the area would like to have their children's pictures taken for free. Um, YEAH!!! So, this spring she is going to be doing just that! How cool is that??? Then, a couple of days after that she called me and said that she had been really looking through my blog and just couldn't imagine all of the joys and trials that I had experienced. She said a lot of really sweet things, and then said she was mailing me a CD with all of the pictures she took of Ella with a copyright release attached to it so that I can print out the pictures myself. The pictures are so incredibly beautiful!! I wanted to post them on the blog the day I got the CD but I printed some out, framed them, and gave them as gifts to family members for Christmas. So, here they are....
Photos taken by: Mia Coffey, Divine Images Northwest
32 comments:
- bloomers said...
oh my word kacey! beautiful!!!
- January 25, 2009 at 11:52 PM
- Ann said...
Love the new header, its perfect. The pictures are beautiful. Her expressions are perfect.
- January 26, 2009 at 12:09 AM
- Loren Stow said...
I love your header! Also, the pictures are beautiful!! I do child photography myself and I so often see very boring studio photography. Well, these pictures are just so beautiful! The scene is set so wonderfully (in the one pic it looks as though she's looking at the little bird) and her smiles and laughter are just perfectly captured!
Wonderful, beautiful, stunning, amazing!
- January 26, 2009 at 2:34 AM
- Laurie said...
OMG! Those are precious! I especially love the one with her little toes peeking out :)
I wish I could find someone around here to do a project!!
- January 26, 2009 at 3:15 AM
- Cammie Heflin said...
Soooooooo cute!
- January 26, 2009 at 5:04 AM
- Kristen said...
Oh my gosh Kacey!! The pictures are beautiful! What touching thing the photographer did for you.
I love the new header!! Ella is just too cute!!
- January 26, 2009 at 5:24 AM
- Melissa @ Banana Migraine said...
Oh those pictures are the sweetest!!
- January 26, 2009 at 6:29 AM
- RK said...
She's a perfect little fairy...too sweet. And nice header too!
- January 26, 2009 at 6:41 AM
- Michelle said...
BEAUTIFUL!! How coollllllll (oops, my L key stuck! haha)
- January 26, 2009 at 7:07 AM
- Anne and Whitney: Up, Down and All Around said...
those pictures are PRICELESS :) That was so nice of the photographer to give you all of the pictures + a copyright release! & especially wonderful that she is going to do a pro bono project for children with Down syndrome! ADORABLE!!!
- January 26, 2009 at 7:09 AM
- My name is Sarah said...
Too precious for words.
- January 26, 2009 at 7:32 AM
I love the new header and L-O-V-E these pictures. What a treasure!
- January 26, 2009 at 8:56 AM
- The Bliss Family said...
Awwww. The pictures look great. How lucky of you to have come across such a kind-hearted photographer.
- January 26, 2009 at 9:07 AM
OMG....these pictures are so beautiful. Everyone is gorgeous! I wish we lived closer....I would love to have her take pictures of Mara!
PS: Love, Love, Love the new heading. Ella is such a pretty princess!
- January 26, 2009 at 11:24 AM
- Karly said...
Wow, she really is breathtaking...
- January 26, 2009 at 11:49 AM
Wow! They all turned out so beautiful!! We just LOVE the one you sent us for Christmas, the silver frame is perfect for it! You were away when we got it but i told Chris how much we loved them. They are on top of the entertainment center in our family room--we kicked our own kids off and yours now hold the top spot!! Ha! Chris told us about the photographer and that is great--cant wait to see what pics she does next! But of course little missy is beautiful no matter who takes her pic! Love ya's-Aunt Tami and fam
- January 26, 2009 at 12:16 PM
BTW--love the new blog set up!!! Gorgeous!!!
- January 26, 2009 at 12:17 PM
- Jennifer said...
- January 26, 2009 at 12:57 PM
- Rachel said...
The fairy pictures are sooo beautiful and the new header is gorgeous!
- January 26, 2009 at 3:22 PM
- Jeanette said...
Your daughter is absolutely precious! I love the fairy setting. I think I would wallpaper my house with those beautiful pictures!
- January 26, 2009 at 7:09 PM
- Mary said...
I love these pictures. I'm a little jealous that I didn't have one delivered to our house but I guess I'll get over it. I can't wait until she does the photo shoot with all of Ella's friends.
- January 26, 2009 at 10:35 PM
OMG she is so sweet, she really DOES look like a fairy in those pictures! Her face is just so happy and awed! That is so cool that the photographer is going to offer to photograph children with Down Syndrome for free!
- January 27, 2009 at 10:35 AM
- kecia said...
Wow! What great pictures! Hey I was wondering-Bree's turning 2 in a few weeks and I can't decide what to get her and I was wondering if you have any good toys or things that are good for devleopment that you have found or that your school uses?
- January 27, 2009 at 12:27 PM
- Melissa said...
She's such a DOLL!!!
- January 28, 2009 at 6:25 PM
- Melissa said...
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- January 28, 2009 at 6:27 PM
- Amy Flege said...
bethany did a great job on your header!!! this pictures are just precious!
- January 28, 2009 at 7:15 PM
I just found your blog & enjoy reading about your "adventures" with a special kiddo. I had to comment about the pictures -- they are ABSOLTUTLY beautiful!!!!
- January 30, 2009 at 11:07 AM
REALLY beautiful.
- January 31, 2009 at 5:20 AM
- Kim said...
Awesome pictures! I was reading on somebody's blog that there is a website called Littlest Hero's that will also do free professional photos of children with sickness or disablities. The website is www.littlestherosproject.org
- February 1, 2009 at 4:24 PM
- Unknown said...
great pics!
love the header...absolutely perfect
- February 1, 2009 at 5:04 PM
- Violette's Mom said...
She is so adorable!!! I love those pictures and may just have to drive to whereever you are to get a picture of my little princess just like those!
- February 2, 2009 at 6:31 PM
- Becca said...
These are gorgeous!!! She's got the BEST smile! Love the header, too (great job, Bethany!).
- February 4, 2009 at 3:38 AM


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Take a full-day tour of bustling Tirana, the capital of Albania where nearly a third of the Albanian population is located. Experience the rich Albanian culture and history during this guided trip through mosques, museums, palaces, and more. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring your camera for this walking tour showcasing the unique city of Tirana.
After pick-up from your hotel in Durres you will travel to Tirana. There you will visit some famous spots like the Scanderbeg Square, the Mosque of Ethem Bey, and the Clock Tower. You will also be able to check out the National Archeological Museum. At the museum, pull out your camera for a shot of the giant mosaic at the main entrance titled "The Albanians." This mosaic acts as a representation of the Albanian people throughout history.
After touring the museum, get your blood pumping for a walk in the Taiwan Park and Deshmoret e Kombit Boulevard where you can see the Pyramid of Enver Hoxha—which was designed by his daughter and her husband. You will also be able to visit the Enver Hoxha anti-atomic bunker.
Explore all Tirana has to offer in this eight-hour guided tour through Albania's history, culture, and artifacts.


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Kavanaugh's Confirmation Odds Plummet Following Latest Allegations
Brett Kavanaugh. Credit: Jack Gruber-USA TODAY
- Over the weekend, a second woman came forward accusing Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault.
- Kavanaugh's confirmation odds have tanked from a 71.4% chance to 46.5% (-250 odds to +115).
- The odds of Kavanaugh withdrawing from SCOTUS consideration have moved from a 25% chance to 43.5% (+300 odds to +130).
On Friday — just three short days ago — Brett Kavanaugh's odds of being confirmed to the Supreme Court were sitting pretty.
He had a 71.4% chance to be confirmed (-250 odds) and just a 25% chance (+300 odds) to withdraw from SCOTUS consideration, according to the market.
However, over the weekend, a second woman came forward accusing Kavanaugh of sexual assault, this time during his college years.
The result? Kavanaugh's Supreme Court odds plummeted across the offshore betting market.
Since Friday, Kavanaugh's confirmation chances fell from the aforementioned 71.4% chance (-250 odds) to 46.5% (+145 odds). (All odds as of 2 p.m. ET on Monday, Sept. 24.)
For the first time, "No" has become the favorite (59.2% chance, -145 odds).
Essentially, Kavanaugh moved from a favorite to an underdog to be confirmed over the weekend.
At PredictIt, Kavanaugh's SCOTUS stock has tanked considerably over the past seven days:
The odds of Kavanaugh's nomination being withdrawn have also moved in a big way following the allegations, from a 25% chance (+300) to now being 43.5% (+130).