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SGI releases definition for excessive loudness, will hold education days

SGI is making some noise about their work in defining how loud is too loud for vehicles in Saskatchewan. Previously, no exact definition was set for when a vehicle was too loud, with drivers and enforcement officers having to guess. This applies to all light vehicles such as passenger cars, pickup trucks, minivans, SUVs and motorcycles. Now, with the new definition, SGI Spokesperson Tyler McMurchy is hoping the new information helps people to keep the streets quiet. “The standard of 101.3 decibels was based on research conducted by SGI on federally compliant vehicles. I believe they went to a dealership…
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Meaning Must Come First During Reading Instruction (Opinion)

To the Editors: I believe the EdWeek article “What Is Background Knowledge, and How Does It Fit Into the Science of Reading?” (Jan. 30, 2023) is problematic. The “science of reading” inspired by the National Reading Panel was never scientifically tested for efficacy by experts before it was presented as the only way to teach reading. Try reading this. The topic is “reading”: Ti is pssbleoi to rdea wtouthi snoudign otu wdros. I’ev jtsu dmsteontrade it. Instead of decoding the sentence, the brain must look for the message. And, to find the message, the brain must compare minimal phonetic information…
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International Health Electives: defining learning outcomes for a unique experience | BMC Medical Education

Analysis reflective reports Contact information was available for 39 students, who were all invited to share their reflective reports (Fig. 1). A total of 33 students gave permission to analyze their reports (85%). Reports on the tropical medicine internship, public health internship and the combination internship were all taken into account. The period in which the IHEs took place was from July 2017 to February 2019. Internships took place in the following countries: Ghana, Indonesia, Malawi, Mozambique, Nepal, Nicaragua, Uganda, Surinam, Tanzania, Zambia and South Africa. Fig. 1 Inclusion of reflective reports Deductive analysis of provided 20 categories of possible…
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Defining An Learning Experience Platform

The “Learning Experience Platform” (LXP) is a product that has been touted as a competitor to the LMS. This essay delves into the traits and properties that identify the mysterious LXP. What It Is and How Did We Get Here The “Learning Experience Platform” (LXP) has been defined as a new product category that is competing with the LMS industry. So, exactly what is an LXP? Is it some sort of secretive new LMS? Does it take the place of an LMS? Can it be used in conjunction with an LMS? Let’s look at these and other mysteries surrounding the…
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Engaging Hyperactive Kids in Productive Learning –

A teacher has dozens of students with individual quirks. Some may be more hyperactive than others, and getting them to stay focused can be a task on their own. So how can you help them combat carelessness and thought overload? Well, you might have heard of bullet journaling, an organization method developed by Ryder Carroll. Whether your students are in middle school or high school, being organized is a catalyst to success. In this article, we’ll explore how to bullet journal, its many benefits, and a few helpful template ideas for your students. What is a Bullet Journal? A bullet…
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Machine Learning Definitions, Types, Examples and Applications

By: Lavanya Singh, Technologies Writer Machine learning, a potent field within artificial intelligence, empowers computers to learn from data and autonomously make predictions or decisions, without the need for explicit programming. It focuses on the development of algorithms and models that can automatically identify patterns, extract insights, and make informed predictions based on large datasets. By leveraging statistical techniques, mathematical optimization, and computational power, machine learning algorithms can process vast amounts of data and uncover complex relationships and trends. Machine learning has revolutionized various industries, including healthcare, finance, marketing, and transportation. It is employed in diverse applications such as image…
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Adequate growth defined for summer school

As Tennessee third graders who fell short of a new state standard to move on to fourth grade navigate the next steps, the state education board has given a long-awaited definition to a key term: “adequate growth.” The term appears in the state’s guidelines for students who scored as “approaching” proficiency on the English language arts section of the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program test this spring. The state released raw scores for that section of the TCAP to districts Friday. Per the guidelines, those students have a chance to attend summer school and demonstrate adequate growth to advance to fourth…
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What FP Canada in-house education means for financial planning

“[W]e are committed to ensuring that all Canadians have access to trusted, professional and qualified advice,” Tashia Batstone, president and CEO of FP Canada, said in a release announcing the change. “Central to this mission is ensuring that all QAFP professionals and CFP professionals are equipped with the best possible technical and professional skills.” Jason Knell, academic director, curriculum and corporate training programs with SeeWhy Learning in Mississauga, Ont., said taking in-house education allows FP Canada to “close any gaps in proficiency,” especially considering that multiple designations have been approved for use of the “financial planner” title in Ontario. In…