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Photos taken for work of the first in a series of photography workshops for students. The workshops are part of a new arts program for some public schools in Des Moines, and stem for a suggestion I made last spring after reading about a photography program for students in New York City. A colleague and I are helping with the workshops. Each will cover a certain style of photography, and then students are given a disposable film camera to go out and practice. An exhibit of the students' photos will be held in late April.
Last summer, it was a great honor to go salmon fishing with Gordon Moore, co-founder of Intel, and seer of exponential trends in technology.
I have been thinking and blogging about the next phase of Moore’s Law, the breakthroughs in molecular electronics that will continue what has been a 100 years of exponential growth in computational capability.
Looking to the future again, Moore recently made a sizable donation to Caltech to
“establish the Nanoscale Systems Initiative (NSI). The grant will support one of the scientific and technological community's promising research avenues--the creation of extremely tiny devices to augment and in some cases displace the state-of-the-art electronic systems of today.” (press release)
Photo of the catch.
Im really tired today and i have a rather difficult week of hard work. I really need to rest so i wont write much here.
Hope everyones doing well!
Raffy
View On Black to go back to the future!
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The shot
Standard 3 exposures HDR [-2,0,+2EV] in RAW/ISO100 at f/8 using Canon 18-55mm lens, handheld.
Photomatix
Tonemapped using the detail enhancer.
Photoshop
-Added one layer mask of "curves" to increase the contrast.
-Added one layer mask of "hue/saturation" to decrease the color saturation (overall).
-Sharpened using high pass sharpening (a-ha!).
-Some dodge/burning.
Music
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A mother holding her small daughter watching while an American Airlines MD80 screams overhead on short final to runway Two Eight at Chicago's O'hare International Airport. They also had a small boy who was also watching these planes with his father, but the Father and Son were outside their car for only a brief time due to low temps and brisk wind this day in February
37901 "Mirrlees Pioneer" with 93001 and a couple of barrier wagons passing Fine Lane crossing, Fradley on 6Q26 Crewe South Yard to Worksop Down Yard.
The original image is considered public use under US law.
This is a blueprint of Chartres Cathedral. I plan to build a cathedral, and I'm considering using Chartres as inspiration. First, however, I must tear Ulmaris Castle apart.
That's right... I'm looking at building a Castle MOC. GASP!
The red and yellow squares represent baseplates. The question I have before me is whether they are 32x32, or 48x48.
If they're 32x32 it certainly would be an easier build as far as parts are concerned, and I'd be able to expand the overall baseplates used to add steps and other buildings on the grounds. However, I'd have to change the design significantly, since things like the front doors would be too small.
If they're 48x48 i could follow Chartres' design more carefully (though, again, this will only be inspired by, not a model of), but it would be incredibly parts intensive. I also wouldn't really be able to add any sort of grounds to the Cathedral, mainly because I'm unwilling to make something bigger than 2x4 48x48 baseplates.
The media consumption experience is poised to transform, and fast. Technologies that have been tinkered with for years, ranging from virtual and augmented reality to sensors and robotics, are finally on the tipping point of mass commercialization. As the physical and digital worlds converge, how will these technologies shape how people interact with digital media?
On November 18, 2014, NYC Media Lab and Razorfish hosted the second occasion of Future Interfaces, an evening "science fair" on the future of human-computer interaction and digital media. More than 300 guests came to go hands-on with 30 demos from startups and universities to see what's on the verge of commercialization, what’s still in the lab, and what advances will change the nature of media and communications in the future.
To learn more about the event and to see a full list of participating demos, visit www.nycmedialab.org/events/future-interfaces/
Police Future Car - Dart Eagle - real build
Virtual: www.flickr.com/photos/pigletciamek/albums/72177720304767281
Instructions: rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-133572/pigletciamek/dart-eagle-p...
The future used to be such an abstract idea: the dream was enough. And yet here we are, in our own past futures, searching for what we once yearned and envisioned.
I did a very basic geology course on Future Learn. They wanted people to upload a rock example. This is the one I had. Below are my comments.
The dark coloured looks igneous to me. It has crystals. The light coloured one is sedimentary. In fact it has been sitting on my windowsill, and the UV light seems to have caused the outer layer of the light rock to turn to powder.
Preparing young Queenslanders for life in the 1990s, we saw personal computers make their way into schools during the 80s with a strong focus on health, regional education and the arts by Queensland Education.
The photographic unit at the Premier’s Department, Office of State Affairs, captured a snapshot of various events, programmes and initiatives for school children throughout Queensland. This collection contains several arts, music and drama as well as students participating in computer usage.
In the early 1980s, several different computer manufacturers were vying for a foothold in the education market, Apple, Tandy, Atari, Sinclair, Amstrad, Microbee and many others. By 1985 Apple Macintosh was considered a standard system (alongside several others) for all states except Western Australia which adopted the BBC Model B and Microbee computer systems as a standard.
These photos are part are the photographic records held at Queensland State Archives, www.archivessearch.qld.gov.au/series/S189
1985
The discussion paper, Education 2000: Issues and options for the future of Education in Queensland was released.
The use of technology to enhance distance education, work in schools and educational administration was supported.
Approval was given for schools to alter the placement of the three pupil free days.
The Department of Education developed a policy on the education of gifted children.
The Special Education Resource Centres were formed as state-wide services, as part of the Division of Special Education.
Early special education officially commenced.
1986
The age of first attendance at primary school increased. Children had to turn five years by 31 January to be eligible for enrolment in Year 1.
There was an expansion of the curriculum in secondary schools and TAFE colleges evident in the further development of co-operative secondary-TAFE programs.
The Advisory Committee which reviewed submissions made in response to Education 2000 reported to the Minister.
The distance education trial began through the Mt Isa School of the Air.
A Preschool to Year 10 (P–10) Syllabus Framework was developed.
Endeavour Foundation schools transferred to Department of Education.
Policy Statement 15 Integration: Mainstreaming of Students with Special Needs introduced.
1987
Children had to turn 5 years by 31 December to be eligible for enrolment in Year 1 in the following year.
The Department of Education launched a series of documents entitled Meeting the Challenge which highlighted a corporate style of management.
The Department reshaped its central administration by strengthening the role of the Policy Committee, appointing a Chief Inspector and adopting comprehensive strategic planning processes.
In regions, initiatives were built on the commitment to decentralisation, while further devolution of responsibility occurred in the operational management of educational programs.
Two new education regions were formed (South Coast and Sunshine Coast regional offices).
The P–10 Curriculum Framework was developed and curriculum documents revised.
The Roma Middle School opened and catered for students in Years 4–10.
A post-compulsory college, the Alexandra Hills Senior College opened.
Two new centres of distance education opened at Longreach and Charters Towers.
1988
The Inspectorate was regionalised.
There was continued development of an integrated P–10 curriculum.
The senior secondary curriculum was broadened to cater for all learners.
Cooperative programs between secondary schools and TAFE colleges were conducted.
The use of computers and information technology in schools was given a high priority.
The Special Education Resource and Development Centres were formed as a consequence of the reorganisation of the Division of Special Education.
Individual education plans for students with disabilities were introduced as part of the new policy Policy Statement 16: Policy and Practice for Special Education Services.
The report National Overview of Educational Services for Isolated Severely Handicapped Children resulted from a Project of National Significance undertaken as a joint project of the Commonwealth Department of Employment Education and Training and the Department of Education Division of Special Services.
The Queensland School for the Deaf closes, as a consequence of decentralisation of services to students with hearing impairments during the 1980's. Programs for students with vision impairment were also decentralised during this period.
1989
A new Education Act 1989 was enacted.
The Department of Education's first strategic plan was adopted.
Decisions about school budgets were devolved to the school level.
There was an amalgamation of correspondence schools which became the School of Distance Education — Brisbane Centre P–12.
The first high school built to a new design opened at Bribie Island.
New prototype buildings for preschool, primary and special education units were assessed.
1989–1990
A comprehensive internal review of the Department of Education commenced through the consultation process, Education Have Your Say.
Professor Nancy Viviani reviewed Tertiary Entrance and produced the report, A Review of Tertiary Entrance in Queensland.
The Offices of Higher Education and Non-State Schooling were established.
The Department developed The Corporate Vision for Senior Schooling in Queensland to accommodate the diverse needs of students in Years 11 and 12.
The first entire primary school based on the new building model opened to students.
1990–1991
The report, Focus on Schools was released. A major restructure of the Department of Education followed.
The Public Sector Management Commission (PSMC) reviewed the Department of Education including its role, operations, responsibilities and management.
Greater responsibilities were devolved to 11 regions for resource, financial administration and human resource management.
A new English Language Arts Syllabus was introduced.
Priority was given to expanding languages other than English (LOTE).
The Viviani Report recommended the establishment of the Tertiary Entrance Procedures Authority (TEPA).
Consultants were engaged to assist in the development of an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) management plan.
The Equity Directorate (Workforce and Studies) was established. A social justice strategy was developed.
The PSMC developed guidelines for recruitment and selection based on merit and equity principles.
The inspectorate ended.
The report Focus on Schools recommended that a strategy for managing the integration policy in Queensland schools be developed as a matter of urgency, and that a state-wide support centre for students with low incidence disabilities be established. A restructure of the Department of Education followed.
Occupational therapists and physiotherapists were employed by the Department of Education to work in schools with students with disabilities. (These services were transferred from the Department of Families).
Policy Statement — Management of Support Teaching: Learning Difficulties (P–7) was introduced.
education.qld.gov.au/about-us/history/chronology-of-educa...
The media consumption experience is poised to transform, and fast. Technologies that have been tinkered with for years, ranging from virtual and augmented reality to sensors and robotics, are finally on the tipping point of mass commercialization. As the physical and digital worlds converge, how will these technologies shape how people interact with digital media?
On November 18, 2014, NYC Media Lab and Razorfish hosted the second occasion of Future Interfaces, an evening "science fair" on the future of human-computer interaction and digital media. More than 300 guests came to go hands-on with 30 demos from startups and universities to see what's on the verge of commercialization, what’s still in the lab, and what advances will change the nature of media and communications in the future.
To learn more about the event and to see a full list of participating demos, visit www.nycmedialab.org/events/future-interfaces/
The media consumption experience is poised to transform, and fast. Technologies that have been tinkered with for years, ranging from virtual and augmented reality to sensors and robotics, are finally on the tipping point of mass commercialization. As the physical and digital worlds converge, how will these technologies shape how people interact with digital media?
On November 18, 2014, NYC Media Lab and Razorfish hosted the second occasion of Future Interfaces, an evening "science fair" on the future of human-computer interaction and digital media. More than 300 guests came to go hands-on with 30 demos from startups and universities to see what's on the verge of commercialization, what’s still in the lab, and what advances will change the nature of media and communications in the future.
To learn more about the event and to see a full list of participating demos, visit www.nycmedialab.org/events/future-interfaces/
Don't they always look like they're gazing far into the distance, just wondering what is life going to throw in their faces next...
I frame my future
By the decisions I make.
I encounter the future
If diligent steps I take.
Plans for the future
I made in the past.
Future Playground is a showcase of notable new developments by the Ars Electronica Futurelab and Ars Electronica Solutions. Visitors are invited use this perusal of what’s happening at the nexus of art, technology and society as an opportunity to give some thought to this year’s festival theme, change, at an interesting array of interactive exhibits, live performances, speeches and round-table discussions. The substantive spectrum includes research on human-robot relations, participative stage-based works, innovative interfaces, unconventional methods of conveying content, and presentations in the area of digital entertainment technologies.
credit: Johanna Mathauer