#learning

digit@iviv.hu
digit@iviv.hu
danie10@squeet.me

Cape Town libraries have free access to Overdrive or Libby eBooks as well as over 7,000 local and international newspapers via PressReader

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Apart from the above there is also online access to African storybooks in English, isiXhosa and Afrikaans, Fundza literacy learning, SA curriculum for homeschooling, ISET publication for careers in IT, and more.

It is really good to see libraries catering for online and remote access in modern times. I see too our local library will be celebrating their 100th year of service next, after starting out in May 1924 from the premises of a private home shortly after the suburb was established and the first houses were built.

Free online access such as this brings really easy access to all residents, who just need an Android or iOS device to access a rich variety of learning and news.

I remember many years ago when I first got the PressReader app, how I wished there was easier, more ready access to it. But back then libraries, by us anyway, were not really up to date and e-books were not on their horizon at all. I remember then still visiting a library in person and having to navigate the Dewey catalogue system of cards in order to actually find the book on the shelves, and hope it was not checked out already. Today, there is little need to travel to the library unless you want to use the free computer resources or get person-to-person assistance.

See https://opac.capetown.gov.za/
#Blog, #capetown, #learning, #libraries, #southafrica, #technology

smokeinfog@diasp.org

Republican regressives once again choose the more expensive option in the name of saving taxpayers money. What abject morons.

Republicans Declare Banning Universal Free School Meals a 2024 Priority

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The Republican Study Committee (of which some three-quarters of House Republicans are members) on Wednesday released its desired 2024 budget, in which the party boldly declares its priority to eliminate the Community Eligibility Provision, or CEP, from the School Lunch Program. Why? Because “CEP allows certain schools to provide free school lunches regardless of the individual eligibility of each student.”

The horror.

Of note is that the CEP is not even something every school participates in; it is a meal service program reserved for qualifying schools and districts in low-income areas. The program enables schools that predominantly serve children from low-income backgrounds to offer all students free breakfast and lunch, instead of means-testing them and having to manage collecting applications on an individual basis. As with many universal-oriented programs, it is more practically efficient and, as a bonus, lifts all boats. This is what Republicans are looking to eliminate.

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#Republican #regressive #idiocy #perpetuate #hunger #poverty #raised #taxes #school #learning #foodSecurity

danie10@squeet.me

30 of the best Harvard University courses you can take online for free: Find free courses on Python, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and more

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Harvard University might seem like a mystical place that is out of reach for mere mortals, but that’s not the case.

A wide range of online classes from Harvard University are available to take through edX. Anyone can enrol, and some of the best courses are even available for free. That might sound too good to be true, but there really isn’t a catch. Sure, some of these courses are not exactly beginner-friendly, but if you have a genuine passion for a subject, this could be the perfect opportunity to pursue that passion.

This list was curated by Mashable and you can enrol for free and start learning at your own pace. You can even receive a verified certificate of completion for a small fee, if you really want something to stick on your CV.

Learning and education need not cost money, but it does require some effort and education by learners if they really want to grow. Many public libraries also offer free Internet access, so it is not true to say the lack of money is what holds one back from learning.

See https://mashable.com/uk/deals/free-harvard-university-courses
#Blog, #education, #free, #learning, #technology

ramnath@nerdpol.ch

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https://chitravedicastrology.com/shravana-nakshatra/
#Shravana #Nakshatra, which starts at 10°00' and is up to 23°20' in Capricorn sign, is the 22nd Nakshatra in the zodiac as per Indian #vedic #astrology. Shravana Nakshatra is also written as #Sravana Nakshatra or #Shravan Nakshatra. Shravana Nakshatra has a unique symbol of three #footprints in an uneven row. And #Human #Ear is also said to be the symbol for Shravana Nakshatra. Sravana Nakshatra is etymologically related to the verb in #Sanskrit language that means 'To #hear'. So the symbol of an ear for Sravana Nakshatra finds its validation and connection with this lunar asterism.

The symbols and etymology both clears the way for Shravana Nakshatra to be associated with #Goddess #Saraswati. She is the goddess of #learning and #wisdom. She is a presiding deity for any type of learnings and skillsets. And both of these connections, the symbol of hearing and Goddess learning and #knowledge, gives the idea about the personality traits of the Shravana natives. The knowledge which is orally transmitted and hence heard by Ears is the foremost trait related to Shravana Nakshatra.

The ruling deity of Shravana Nakshatra is #Lord #Vishnu, the Preserver #god of the world, life and the whole #cosmos. He is one who is also known as Lord #Narayana. And he is the one who creates the balance in the universe. Vishnu is also a part Hindu Trio of God with other two, Lord #Brahma and Lord #Shiva.

The Great Preserver God of Hinduism, Lord Vishnu is the ruling deity for Shravana Nakshatra. Although there are many things associated with him. Talking specifically about Shravana lunar mansion, the personality trait like knowledge with wisdom which essential to create a balance can be absorbed from Vishnu. The #Vedas and Vedangas which are being preserved for years in Indian tradition are nothing but the toolboxes for passing knowledge that can provoke wisdom. For example Indian Vedic Astrology. An Indian had a tradition of passing it from generations to generations. Which essentially helps the new generations to preserve the valuable human qualities.

Shravana Nakshatra also indicates travels, and sometimes creates urinary difficulties.

#Chandra is the ruling planet for Shravan Nakshatra. All the Padas of Shravana Nakshatra are in the Capricorn sign. The 1st Pada falls in Aries navamsa ruled by Mars. The 2nd Pada falls in Taurus navamsa ruled by Venus. The 3rd Pada falls in Gemini navamsa ruled by Mercury. And the 4th Pada is in Cancer navamsa ruled by Chandra or planet Moon.

Moon in Shravana Nakshatra: Birth star as Shravana Nakshatra makes a person prosperous and a learned person. Shravana natives may get a liberal-minded spouse. There are also some chances of getting immense wealth, riches of life and wide fame.
https://aaps.space/docs/nakshatra/Shravana-Nakshatra/

digit@iviv.hu

https://rumble.com/v2ea4uu-they-hate-you-fauci-confronted-and-why-trump-is-too-popular-096-stay-free-w.html

intriguing bits about #exercise and neurogenesis and #learning and mood regulation etc.

... gets me wondering about several of those tubby folk who get no exercise, and seemed more susceptable to the corporate terror propaganda, and stubborn to entertain and explore new information. (love you guys. that's not an attack. it's compassion and concern.)

... maybe a #sauna may be a help. (or a hot bath) (or cold) (or some weight training / push-ups / squats...)

"thanks" to one of my many #autoimmune conditions i've been a long time frequent hot-heater hugger... which i wonder if may have been helping my mood more than i realised. which is handy while been so crippled and struggling to do any physical exercises.

... and seen the stuff about "sitting is the new smoking" ? it's getting a fresh re-airing now. https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=sitting+is+the+new+smoking&sp=CAI%253D

(ps, is tubby better (less offensive) than obese? y'know, perhaps, inflamed pitta dosha, especially.)


ps, also as i replied on irc to an earlier portion of it:

https://rumble.com/v2ea4uu-they-hate-you-fauci-confronted-and-why-trump-is-too-popular-096-stay-free-w.html lol
[2023-03-22 17:25:35] * Digit grabs the world by the lappells and laughs sense of self-evidence into the dangerous obedients and complicit silents XD XD XD
[2023-03-22 17:26:38] "what's heartning" yus! people not falling for it. :) love that harrassed family standing firm in the face of the cameras, the crew, and fasci himself.
[2023-03-22 17:27:38] even if they [russell brand and crew] are trust-buying managed opposition readying to spin us some other lies later on.

ramnath@nerdpol.ch

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#Shravana #Nakshatra in #Astrology

‘Shravana’ means to #hear. This is the ‘Star of the #Learning #Ear’ or the ‘ #Star of #Listening’.

Shravana Nakshatra has a remarkable ability to bring like-minded people together. This nakshatra is also connected with #Goddess #Saraswati, the goddess of learning, studying various languages, intellectual pursuits, creativity such as arts and music. These natives, who are musically inclined, could be great at playing any string instrument.

The symbol that is associated with Shravana Nakshatra is the ‘Three Uneven Footsteps’. One of the symbolic meanings is the nakshatra’s strong organisational capabilities that brings order cleverly. These three footsteps also represent a connection to Lord #Vishnu, the deity of this nakshatra. He is the preserver of the world.

Specifically, Lord Vishnu’s ‘Vamana Avatar’ is particularly relevant to Shravana Nakshatra. Vamana Avatar was also called Tri-Vikrama, which means conqueror of the three worlds – Bhurloka, Buvaloka and Swargloka. This nakshatra is relevant to a set of 3 powerful fixed stars in the constellation Aquila called Alpha-Aquilae, Beta-Aquilae & Gamma-Aquilae.

This nakshatra deals with extreme leadership, wisdom and knowledge. These natives make superb counsellors. They truly hear others – beyond the words people say. Spirituality is of utmost importance to them. They can also turn out to become religious.

They are traditionalists. They remain by their traditions, the old practices and conventions of the past. They manage to stay true to their past cultural customs. This is a very moralistic Nakshatra.

In the zodiac wheel, Shravana Nakshatra is connected to the Capricorn sign.
https://www.mypandit.com/astrology/nakshatras-constellations/shravana/

digit@iviv.hu
anonymiss@despora.de

When #chatbot does #homework and writes exams for #students

Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/when-a-chatbot-does-homework-and-writes-exams/article66459537.ece

#Technology is here to stay in schools and colleges. But the extensive use of ChatGPT by students to do academic #work of various kinds has raised a larger debate on how much of it is too much

Already today, there is a lot of cheating with ghostwriters and slight rewording from lesser-known sources without citing them. The #question now should be what is #knowledge and how do we reform the #education #system so that it can still impart real knowledge despite modern technology? However, I don't see that happening because the only #solution is for teachers to work harder and #test individually. Standard tests that can be evaluated automatically are already used to test how well students can #cheat.

"When students cheat on exams it's because our school system values grades more than students value #learning." - Neil deGrasse Tyson

#news #problem #future #teacher #school #quote #learn

wist@diasp.org

A quotation from La Bruyere

Profound ignorance makes a man dogmatical; he who knows nothing thinks he can teach others what he just now has learned himself.

[C’est la profonde ignorance qui inspire le ton dogmatique. Celui qui ne sait rien croit enseigner aux autres ce qu’il vient d’apprendre lui-même.]

Jean de La Bruyère (1645-1696) French essayist, moralist
The Characters [Les Caractères], ch. 5 “Of Society and Conversation [De la société et de la conversation],” § 76 (5.76) (1688) [tr. Van Laun (1885)]

#quote #quotes #quotation #certainty #dogmatism #ignorance #knowledge #learning #truebeliever
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wist@diasp.org

A quotation from Russell, Bertrand

Most people learn nothing from experience, except confirmation of their prejudices.

Bertrand Russell (1872-1970) English mathematician and philosopher
“The Lessons of Experience,” New York American (23 Sep 1931)

#quotation #quote #confirmationbias #experience #learning #lesson #prejudice
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