Download or read book Understanding by Design written by Grant P. Wiggins and published by ASCD. This book was released on 2005 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is understanding and how does it differ from knowledge? How can we determine the big ideas worth understanding? Why is understanding an important teaching goal, and how do we know when students have attained it? How can we create a rigorous and engaging curriculum that focuses on understanding and leads to improved student performance in today's high-stakes, standards-based environment? Authors Grant Wiggins and Jay McTighe answer these and many other questions in this second edition of Understanding by Design. Drawing on feedback from thousands of educators around the world who have used the UbD framework since its introduction in 1998, the authors have greatly revised and expanded their original work to guide educators across the K-16 spectrum in the design of curriculum, assessment, and instruction. With an improved UbD Template at its core, the book explains the rationale of backward design and explores in greater depth the meaning of such key ideas as essential questions and transfer tasks. Readers will learn why the familiar coverage- and activity-based approaches to curriculum design fall short, and how a focus on the six facets of understanding can enrich student learning. With an expanded array of practical strategies, tools, and examples from all subject areas, the book demonstrates how the research-based principles of Understanding by Design apply to district frameworks as well as to individual units of curriculum. Combining provocative ideas, thoughtful analysis, and tested approaches, this new edition of Understanding by Design offers teacher-designers a clear path to the creation of curriculum that ensures better learning and a more stimulating experience for students and teachers alike.

Download or read book Understanding the Primary Components of the Annual Financial Report of the U S Government written by Gary T. Engel and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2010-02 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Dept. of the Treasury, in coordination with the Office of Mgmt. and Budget, annually prepares the Financial Report of the U.S. Gov¿t, hereafter referred to as the Consolidated Financial Report (CFR). The CFR is a general-purpose report of accountability intended internally for members of Congress, fed. exec. and fed. program managers, and externally primarily for citizens and citizen intermediaries who are interested in fed. gov¿t. activities. This guide is a comprehensive overview of the fed. govt.¿s finances. It explains the purpose of each CFR component and provides illustrative financial information using actual FY 2008 and 2007 data to focus readers on the kinds of significant info. found in the various parts of the CFR. Tables.

Download or read book Understanding the Primary Components of the Annual Financial Report of the United States Government written by United States. Government Accountability Office and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Understanding the role of different program components of a nutrition sensitive intervention in mediating impact Applying causal mediation analysis to experimental evidence from Burkina Faso written by Heckert, Jessica and published by Intl Food Policy Res Inst. This book was released on 2021-12-15 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In complex nutrition-sensitive interventions, separately identifying the effect of each programmatic component on the outcomes of interest can be challenging. This paper examines the relationship between participation in different elements of the nutrition-sensitive intervention SELEVER, implemented in rural Burkina Faso with the objective of increasing poultry production and enhancing related nutritional outcomes, and women’s poultry production. We use structural equation modeling to estimate the direct effect of each component of program participation. Our findings suggest that respondents’ directly reported participation in SELEVER intervention activities mediates less than half of the observed intervention effects on poultry owned by women as well as women’s revenue and profits from poultry production. Accordingly, other indirect channels for program effects also seem to be important.

Download or read book Understanding Symmetrical Components for Power System Modeling written by J. C. Das and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-12-15 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An essential guide to studying symmetrical component theory Provides concise treatment of symmetrical components Describes major sequence models of power system components Discusses Electromagnetic Transient Program (EMTP) models Includes worked examples to illustrate the complexity of calculations, followed by matrix methods of solution which have been adopted for calculations on digital computers

Download or read book Understand HVAC Electrical Components Wiring Circuits and Safety written by Charles Nehme and published by Charles Nehme. This book was released on with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems are the lifeblood of modern buildings, keeping spaces comfortable, safe, and efficient year-round. At the heart of these complex systems lies an intricate web of electrical components, wiring, and circuits that power, control, and protect the entire operation. Whether you’re an aspiring technician, an HVAC professional looking to refine your skills, or someone who simply wants to understand the electrical side of HVAC systems, this book is designed to guide you through the essentials of HVAC electrical components. Why Understanding Electrical Components is Critical HVAC systems are a blend of mechanical, electrical, and control systems, all working in harmony. While the mechanical side often takes the spotlight—compressors, fans, and heat exchangers—the electrical components are what truly make the system function smoothly and efficiently. A fault in the electrical system can halt HVAC operations, cause dangerous malfunctions, and even lead to costly damage. Knowing how to identify, troubleshoot, and repair electrical issues can significantly extend the life of HVAC equipment, improve system performance, and ensure safety for both technicians and occupants. HVAC technicians who master electrical components are better equipped to handle a wide range of scenarios, from simple residential systems to complex commercial installations. Moreover, with the rise of smart systems and energy-efficient technologies, the role of electrical knowledge in HVAC has become more critical than ever. What You Will Learn This book is structured to provide a comprehensive, step-by-step understanding of the electrical side of HVAC systems. Here’s what you can expect: Basic Electrical Theory: Before diving into wiring and circuits, you’ll need a solid grasp of electrical fundamentals. This includes understanding voltage, current, resistance, and power, as well as the difference between alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC). Electrical Safety: Working with electrical components can be dangerous if safety measures aren’t followed. This book emphasizes critical safety protocols, including proper use of tools, lockout/tagout procedures, grounding, and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure that you can perform tasks safely and confidently. Understanding Electrical Components: From relays and contactors to transformers, motors, and capacitors, you will learn about the key electrical components that make up an HVAC system. This includes their purpose, how they work, and how to troubleshoot them. Wiring and Circuitry: You will become familiar with different types of wiring, how to interpret HVAC wiring diagrams, and how to properly connect and secure electrical components. Additionally, the book will cover low-voltage and high-voltage circuits, circuit protection devices like fuses and breakers, and how to troubleshoot common wiring problems. Advanced Topics: For those looking to deepen their expertise, the later chapters will explore advanced diagnostics, modern HVAC technologies such as variable frequency drives (VFDs), and energy-efficient systems. Who This Book is For This book is designed for a broad audience: Beginners and Students: If you’re just starting your journey into HVAC or electrical work, this book will provide a strong foundation in understanding HVAC electrical components. HVAC Technicians: For experienced technicians looking to sharpen their electrical skills, this book offers practical insights and troubleshooting techniques that will help you perform your job more effectively. Do-It-Yourself Enthusiasts: If you have a general interest in understanding how HVAC systems work, particularly the electrical side, this book provides detailed yet approachable information. The Importance of Safety A significant portion of this book is dedicated to safety because working with electricity can be dangerous if proper precautions are not taken. Electrical shocks, arc flashes, and other hazards are real risks in the HVAC industry, but they can be minimized by following established safety protocols and maintaining a keen awareness of your surroundings. Understanding and respecting the power of electricity, and knowing how to work with it safely, is essential for anyone in the HVAC field. Not only does it protect you, but it also ensures the safety of building occupants and the longevity of the systems you service. Whether you’re looking to troubleshoot a malfunctioning system, upgrade your electrical skills, or simply gain a better understanding of how electrical components power HVAC systems, this book will provide you with the knowledge and confidence to succeed. So let’s get started—welcome to the world of HVAC electrical components! This introduction sets the stage by explaining the importance of HVAC electrical knowledge, outlining what readers will learn, and emphasizing safety. It positions the book as a comprehensive guide for various readers, from beginners to professionals.

Download or read book Understanding How Components Fail 3rd Edition written by Donald J. Wulpi and published by ASM International. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the first books new engineers and technicians should read. This new edition of the perennial best seller preserves the core of the previous editions, focusing on the metallurgical and materials evaluation for failure mode identification. Comprehensive information covering the basic principles and practices are clearly explained.

Download or read book A Collaborative Approach to Understanding the Components of Successful Youth Development Programs written by Jennifer Southwick Brown and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Drift into Failure written by Professor Sidney Dekker and published by Ashgate Publishing, Ltd.. This book was released on 2012-10-01 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What does the collapse of sub-prime lending have in common with a broken jackscrew in an airliner’s tailplane? Or the oil spill disaster in the Gulf of Mexico with the burn-up of Space Shuttle Columbia? These were systems that drifted into failure. While pursuing success in a dynamic, complex environment with limited resources and multiple goal conflicts, a succession of small, everyday decisions eventually produced breakdowns on a massive scale. We have trouble grasping the complexity and normality that gives rise to such large events. We hunt for broken parts, fixable properties, people we can hold accountable. Our analyses of complex system breakdowns remain depressingly linear, depressingly componential - imprisoned in the space of ideas once defined by Newton and Descartes. The growth of complexity in society has outpaced our understanding of how complex systems work and fail. Our technologies have gotten ahead of our theories. We are able to build things - deep-sea oil rigs, jackscrews, collateralized debt obligations - whose properties we understand in isolation. But in competitive, regulated societies, their connections proliferate, their interactions and interdependencies multiply, their complexities mushroom. This book explores complexity theory and systems thinking to understand better how complex systems drift into failure. It studies sensitive dependence on initial conditions, unruly technology, tipping points, diversity - and finds that failure emerges opportunistically, non-randomly, from the very webs of relationships that breed success and that are supposed to protect organizations from disaster. It develops a vocabulary that allows us to harness complexity and find new ways of managing drift.

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Download or read book The Understanding by Design Guide to Creating High Quality Units written by Grant Wiggins and published by ASCD. This book was released on 2011-03-11 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Understanding by Design Guide to Creating High-Quality Units offers instructional modules on the basic concepts and elements of Understanding by Design (UbD), the "backward design" approach used by thousands of educators to create curriculum units and assessments that focus on developing students' understanding of important ideas. The eight modules are organized around the UbD Template Version 2.0 and feature components similar to what is typically provided in a UbD design workshop, including— * Discussion and explanation of key ideas in the module; * Guiding exercises, worksheets, and design tips; * Examples of unit designs; * Review criteria with prompts for self-assessment; and * A list of resources for further information. This guide is intended for K-16 educators—either individuals or groups—who may have received some training in UbD and want to continue their work independently; those who've read Understanding by Design and want to design curriculum units but have no access to formal training; graduate and undergraduate students in university curriculum courses; and school and district administrators, curriculum directors, and others who facilitate UbD work with staff. Users can go through the modules in sequence or skip around, depending on their previous experience with UbD and their preferred curriculum design style or approach. Unit creation, planning, and adaptation are easier than ever with the accompanying downloadable resources, including the UbD template set up as a fillable PDF form, additional worksheets, examples, and FAQs about the module topics that speak to UbD novices and veterans alike.

Download or read book IOS Components and Frameworks written by Kyle Richter and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 2014 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take Your Next Leap Forward as an iOS App Developer! Covers iOS 7 and Xcode 5 iOS Components and Frameworks will help you leverage iOS's powerful components and frameworks to build apps with outstanding performance, reliability, interactivity, media support, and customization. Pioneering iOS developers Kyle Richter and Joe Keeley illuminate the sophisticated intermediate-to-advancedlevel techniques you're now ready for. You'll find example-rich coverage of topics ranging from social support to security, Core Data, TextKit, iCloud support, UIKit Dynamics, MapKit, and Passbook. There's also a complete section on advanced performance and security, including the effective use of Grand Central Dispatch and Keychain. Each chapter contains a complete sample project that walks you through integrating its technology into a typical iOS app. You'll discover how multiple iOS features can be combined into exceptionally powerful apps and walk through a complete case study project: a fully functional game with complete Game Center integration. Coverage includes: New physics-based animation effects provided by UIKit Dynamics Making the most of Core Location, MapKit, and Geofencing Leveraging Game Center features such as Leader Boards and Achievements Giving users access to their address and media libraries from within your app Using lightweight JSON to move data among servers, apps, and websites Syncing apps via iCloud using UIDocument and key-value store syncing Securing user data with Keychain Informing users of important app-related events via Notifications Storing and retrieving persistent data locally with Core Data Using advanced Objective-C features to write more manageable, concise apps Improving responsiveness through concurrency with Grand Central Dispatch Advanced text handling and display with TextKit Smoothly handling complex and continuous gestures Effective debugging techniques with Xcode 5 and Instruments Building passes for Passbook and PassKit If you're a serious iOS developer who wants to build cutting-edge apps, iOS Components and Frameworks delivers the practical skills, reusable code, and expert insights you're looking for.

Download or read book Commercial Wireless Circuits and Components Handbook written by Mike Golio and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2018-10-03 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive source for microwave and wireless circuit design, the Commercial Wireless Circuits and Components Handbook reviews the fundamentals of transmitters and receivers, then presents detailed chapters on individual circuit types. It also covers packaging, large and small signal characterization, and high volume testing techniques for both devices and circuits. This handbook not only provides important information for engineers working with wireless RF or microwave circuitry, it also serves as an excellent source for those requiring information outside of their area of expertise, such as managers, marketers, and technical support workers who need a better understanding of the fields driving their decisions.

Download or read book Understanding the Emotional Disorders written by David Watson and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2017-03-23 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Improving the measurement of symptoms of emotional disorders has been an important goal of mental health research. In direct response to this need, the Expanded Version of the Inventory of Depression and Anxiety Symptoms (IDAS-II) was developed to assess symptom dimensions underlying psychological disorders. Unlike other scales that serve as screening instruments used for diagnostic purposes, the IDAS-II is not closely tethered to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM); rather, its scales cut across DSM boundaries to examine psychopathology in a dimensional rather than a categorical way. Developed by authors David Watson and Michael O'Hara, the IDAS-II has broad implications for our understanding of psychopathology. Understanding the Emotional Disorders is the first manual for how to use the IDAS-II and examines important, replicable symptom dimensions contained within five adjacent diagnostic classes in the DSM-5: depressive disorders, bipolar and related disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, and trauma- and stressor-related disorders. It reviews problems and limitations associated with traditional, diagnosis-based approaches to studying psychopathology and establishes the theoretical and clinical value of analyzing specific types of symptoms within the emotional disorders. It demonstrates that several of these disorders contain multiple symptom dimensions that clearly can be differentiated from one another. Moreover, these symptom dimensions are highly robust and generalizable and can be identified in multiple types of data, including self-ratings, semi-structured interviews, and clinicians' ratings. Furthermore, individual symptom dimensions often have strikingly different correlates, such as varying levels of criterion validity, incremental predictive power, and diagnostic specificity. Consequently, it is more informative to examine these specific types of symptoms, rather than the broader disorders. The book concludes with the development of a more comprehensive, symptom-based model that subsumes various forms of psychopathology-including sleep disturbances, eating- and weight-related problems, personality pathology, psychosis/thought disorder, and hypochondriasis-beyond the emotional disorders.

Download or read book How Learning Works written by Susan A. Ambrose and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-04-16 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Praise for How Learning Works "How Learning Works is the perfect title for this excellent book. Drawing upon new research in psychology, education, and cognitive science, the authors have demystified a complex topic into clear explanations of seven powerful learning principles. Full of great ideas and practical suggestions, all based on solid research evidence, this book is essential reading for instructors at all levels who wish to improve their students' learning." —Barbara Gross Davis, assistant vice chancellor for educational development, University of California, Berkeley, and author, Tools for Teaching "This book is a must-read for every instructor, new or experienced. Although I have been teaching for almost thirty years, as I read this book I found myself resonating with many of its ideas, and I discovered new ways of thinking about teaching." —Eugenia T. Paulus, professor of chemistry, North Hennepin Community College, and 2008 U.S. Community Colleges Professor of the Year from The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education "Thank you Carnegie Mellon for making accessible what has previously been inaccessible to those of us who are not learning scientists. Your focus on the essence of learning combined with concrete examples of the daily challenges of teaching and clear tactical strategies for faculty to consider is a welcome work. I will recommend this book to all my colleagues." —Catherine M. Casserly, senior partner, The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching "As you read about each of the seven basic learning principles in this book, you will find advice that is grounded in learning theory, based on research evidence, relevant to college teaching, and easy to understand. The authors have extensive knowledge and experience in applying the science of learning to college teaching, and they graciously share it with you in this organized and readable book." —From the Foreword by Richard E. Mayer, professor of psychology, University of California, Santa Barbara; coauthor, e-Learning and the Science of Instruction; and author, Multimedia Learning

Download or read book How People Learn written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2000-08-11 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First released in the Spring of 1999, How People Learn has been expanded to show how the theories and insights from the original book can translate into actions and practice, now making a real connection between classroom activities and learning behavior. This edition includes far-reaching suggestions for research that could increase the impact that classroom teaching has on actual learning. Like the original edition, this book offers exciting new research about the mind and the brain that provides answers to a number of compelling questions. When do infants begin to learn? How do experts learn and how is this different from non-experts? What can teachers and schools do-with curricula, classroom settings, and teaching methodsâ€"to help children learn most effectively? New evidence from many branches of science has significantly added to our understanding of what it means to know, from the neural processes that occur during learning to the influence of culture on what people see and absorb. How People Learn examines these findings and their implications for what we teach, how we teach it, and how we assess what our children learn. The book uses exemplary teaching to illustrate how approaches based on what we now know result in in-depth learning. This new knowledge calls into question concepts and practices firmly entrenched in our current education system. Topics include: How learning actually changes the physical structure of the brain. How existing knowledge affects what people notice and how they learn. What the thought processes of experts tell us about how to teach. The amazing learning potential of infants. The relationship of classroom learning and everyday settings of community and workplace. Learning needs and opportunities for teachers. A realistic look at the role of technology in education.

Download or read book Essential Questions written by Jay McTighe and published by ASCD. This book was released on 2013-03-27 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What are "essential questions," and how do they differ from other kinds of questions? What's so great about them? Why should you design and use essential questions in your classroom? Essential questions (EQs) help target standards as you organize curriculum content into coherent units that yield focused and thoughtful learning. In the classroom, EQs are used to stimulate students' discussions and promote a deeper understanding of the content. Whether you are an Understanding by Design (UbD) devotee or are searching for ways to address standards—local or Common Core State Standards—in an engaging way, Jay McTighe and Grant Wiggins provide practical guidance on how to design, initiate, and embed inquiry-based teaching and learning in your classroom. Offering dozens of examples, the authors explore the usefulness of EQs in all K-12 content areas, including skill-based areas such as math, PE, language instruction, and arts education. As an important element of their backward design approach to designing curriculum, instruction, and assessment, the authors *Give a comprehensive explanation of why EQs are so important; *Explore seven defining characteristics of EQs; *Distinguish between topical and overarching questions and their uses; *Outline the rationale for using EQs as the focal point in creating units of study; and *Show how to create effective EQs, working from sources including standards, desired understandings, and student misconceptions. Using essential questions can be challenging—for both teachers and students—and this book provides guidance through practical and proven processes, as well as suggested "response strategies" to encourage student engagement. Finally, you will learn how to create a culture of inquiry so that all members of the educational community—students, teachers, and administrators—benefit from the increased rigor and deepened understanding that emerge when essential questions become a guiding force for learners of all ages.