1. Introduction 1.1. Overview of Online learning Online learning is a method of delivering educational information via the internet instead of in a physical classroom. There are many different applications for online learning‚ ranging in scope from simple downloadable content (like iTunes U at http://www.apple.com/education/ipad/itunes-u/) through to structured programmes that include assessment and award. E-learning refers to the use of electronic media and information and communication technologies
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The workplace as learning environment: Introduction Christian Harteis and Stephen Billett University of Regensburg‚ Germany‚ and Griffith University Brisbane‚ Australia 1. From places of experience to learning environments In the last two decades‚ and driven by economic and social imperatives‚ there has been much research into learning in workplaces. The first wave of research was mainly concerned to understand the problem of the lack of transfer from what was learnt in schools to settings
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following questions: * What are the advantages of having diversity in a collaborative learning environment? In a collaborative learning environment the advantages of diversity‚ or being diverse are far and wide. The differences that we all have are intriguing and that in it self can get a discussion started. Everyone has a unique way of doing things‚ whether it’s there style of work‚ language‚ or way of learning. Through collaboration we can use our differences to help strengthen each others flaws
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Supportive learning environments can be defined as: “The creation of a caring‚ rigorous and relevant learning community that provides support to all learners in aiding them to achieve at their highest potential”(Holtz Frank‚ 2004). “Unless students experience a positive and supportive climate‚ some may never achieve the most minimum standards or realize their full potential”.Urban (1999) For any training it is important to set up rules and boundaries at the start of the training. This gives
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profession. However‚ proactive policing efforts have developed over the years and provide a greater police response to addressing crime issues. Proactive policing is a simple concept. Proactive policing efforts are self-initiated police activities that prevent crime from occurring. Some examples of proactive policing efforts that citizens are familiar with would include officers issuing traffic citations‚ completing field interviews‚ and stakeouts. Although this type of policing is proactive‚ citizens see
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Creating Homelike Environment Per Federal Mandate For AGNG 600 Robert Albert May 20‚ 2012 I recently learned that CMS/DHHS revised regulations on environment in 2009: “The intent of the word “homelike” in this regulation is that the nursing home should provide an environment as close to that of the environment of a private home as possible.” If ‘homelike’ is a goal: preferred view‚ the press and the power of language to create culture are three things that stand to help nursing home
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Creating A Happy And Productive Work Environment "Find a job you love and you’ll never work a day in your life." Said Confucius. One of the ways to make employees love their work is to create a happy work environment. The book entitled Make It Happen: How to Get Ahead and be Happy at Work by A&C Black states that "Happiness is a powerful force in the working environment. It helps to tap the energy‚ enthusiasm‚ and talent of the people in a business. Being contented at work improves motivation
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sort of impact role as an advanced practice nurse. In order for the staff or any healthcare organization work productively‚ a safety environment must be created. Creating a safe work environment is critical to the success of the organization‚ and is one of the best ways to retain staff and maximize productivity. “The health of critical care nurse work environments has been shown to affect patient care outcomes as well as the job satisfaction and retention of registered nurses” (Ulrich et al. 2014
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are also extremely popular among the generation of digital natives. Digital natives today rely heavily on electronics and computer devices to keep them entertained and interactive. So as a game developer‚ how do you create an immersive video game environment that is invigorating‚ interactive‚ and unique? There are tons of different types of video games out there‚ which appeal to different age groups‚ genders‚ hobbies and interests. Games designed today should feature a number of effects that would
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the agencies are just inquiring due to the funding. Most of the police organizations applying for the grants do not fully understand the new style‚ and either intentionally or unintentionally misuse the funds. Community orientated policing is a proactive philosophy that promotes solving problems that are either criminal‚ affect the quality of life‚ or increase citizens fear of crime. It involves identifying‚ analyzing and addressing community problems at their source. Unfortunately‚ many individuals
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