Battle For Open

Author : Martin Weller
Publisher : Ubiquity Press
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2014-11-28
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781909188358

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The Battle for Open by Martin Weller Pdf

With the success of open access publishing, Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and open education practices, the open approach to education has moved from the periphery to the mainstream. This marks a moment of victory for the open education movement, but at the same time the real battle for the direction of openness begins. As with the green movement, openness now has a market value and is subject to new tensions, such as venture capitalists funding MOOC companies. This is a crucial time for determining the future direction of open education. In this volume, Martin Weller examines four key areas that have been central to the developments within open education: open access, MOOCs, open education resources and open scholarship. Exploring the tensions within these key arenas, he argues that ownership over the future direction of openness is significant to all of those with an interest in education.

Author : Martin Weller
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Education
ISBN : 1909188360

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The Battle for Open by Martin Weller Pdf

Author : Martin Weller
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2020-10-09
Category : Education
ISBN : 1013285107

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Battle for Open by Martin Weller Pdf

With the success of open access publishing, Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and open education practices, the open approach to education has moved from the periphery to the mainstream. This marks a moment of victory for the open education movement, but at the same time the real battle for the direction of openness begins. As with the green movement, openness now has a market value and is subject to new tensions, such as venture capitalists funding MOOC companies. This is a crucial time for determining the future direction of open education. In this volume, Martin Weller examines four key areas that have been central to the developments within open education: open access, MOOCs, open education resources and open scholarship. Exploring the tensions within these key arenas, he argues that ownership over the future direction of openness is significant to all those with an interest in education. (DOI: http: //dx.doi.org//10.5334/bam) This work was published by Saint Philip Street Press pursuant to a Creative Commons license permitting commercial use. All rights not granted by the work's license are retained by the author or authors.

Author : Joe Madureira,Munier Sharrieff
Publisher : Image Comics
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2019-09-25
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781534315815

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Battle Chasers Anthology by Joe Madureira,Munier Sharrieff Pdf

Collecting every issue ever published of one of the most beloved comic book series of all time, this oversized graphic novel is bursting at the seams with adventure! Follow young Gully as she searches for her missing father with the help of Garrison, a legendary swordsman; Knolan, the crafty wizard; Calibretto, an outlawed Wargolem; and the notorious mercenary Red Monika! Assaulted at every turn by a cast of memorable villains, BATTLE CHASERS is packed with over-the-top action from cover to cover! DonÕt miss this definitive collection, which includes never-before-seen sketches and new artwork, including a fold-out poster!

Author : Joseph M. Levine
Publisher : Cornell University Press
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : History
ISBN : 0801481996

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The Battle of the Books by Joseph M. Levine Pdf

1. Wotton vs. Temple -- 2. Bentley vs. Christ Church -- 3. Stroke and Counterstroke -- 4. The Querelle -- 5. Ancient Greece and Modern Scholarship -- 6. Pope's Iliad -- 7. Pope and the Quarrel between the Ancients and the Moderns -- 8. Bentley's Milton -- 9. History and Theory -- 10. Ancients -- 11. Moderns -- 12. Ancients and Moderns.

Author : Gareth C Sampson
Publisher : Pen and Sword Military
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2024-04-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781526793676

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The Battle of Thapsus (46 BC) by Gareth C Sampson Pdf

Despite defeating his opponent Pompeius Magnus at Pharsalus, and the latter’s subsequent murder, Caesar still faced a determined opposition in the Civil War that had engulfed the late Roman Republic. Having become entangled in the intrigues and wars of the East, Caesar gave his opponents time to regroup under the lead of Metellus Scipio and Cato the Younger, scions of two of the Republic’s greatest families. Under their leadership Caesar’s dominance of the Republic was seriously challenged, culminating in a decisive battle at Thapsus in what is now Tunisia. Gareth Sampson describes the campaigns that set the context for the battle, including the role played by the various regional powers drawn into the Roman Civil War. He then recounts the battle itself in detail, analysing the relative strengths of the armies involved, their organization, equipment and tactics. He assesses the opposing commanders and the strategies on the day which led to another victory for Caesar. He concludes with a discussion of the bloody aftermath of the battle and the myths that developed around the deaths of Caesar’s opponents.

Author : William St. Clair
Publisher : Open Book Publishers
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : History
ISBN : 9781906924003

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That Greece Might Still be Free by William St. Clair Pdf

When in 1821, the Greeks rose in violent revolution against the rule of the Ottoman Turks, waves of sympathy spread across Western Europe and the United States. More than a thousand volunteers set out to fight for the cause. The Philhellenes, whether they set out to recreate the Athens of Pericles, start a new crusade, or make money out of a war, all felt that Greece had unique claim on the sympathy of the world. As Byron wrote, 'I dreamed that Greece might Still be Free'; and he died at Missolonghi trying to translate that dream into reality. William St Clair's meticulously researched and highly readable account of their aspirations and experiences was hailed as definitive when it was first published. Long out of print, it remains the standard account of the Philhellenic movement and essential reading for any students of the Greek War of Independence, Byron, and European Romanticism. Its relevance to more modern ethnic and religious conflicts is becoming increasingly appreciated by scholars worldwide. This new and revised edition includes a new Introduction by Roderick Beaton, an updated Bibliography and many new illustrations.

Author : Thomas Whigham
Publisher : U of Nebraska Press
Page : 574 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2002-01-01
Category : History
ISBN : 0803247869

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The Paraguayan War: Causes and early conduct by Thomas Whigham Pdf

The Paraguayan War (1864?70) was the deadliest and most extensive interstate war ever fought in Latin America. The conflict involving Paraguay, Uruguay, Argentina, and Brazil killed hundreds of thousands of people and had dire consequences for the Paraguayan dictator Francisco Solano L¢pez and his nation. Though the Paraguayan War stirs the same emotions in South Americans as does the Civil War in the United States, there have been few significant investigations of the war available in English. In this first of two volumes, Thomas L. Whigham provides an engrossing and comprehensive account of the war's origins and early campaigns, and he guides the reader through the complexities of South American nationalism, military development, and political intrigue. Whigham portrays the conflict as bloody and inexcusable, though it paved the way for more modern societies in the continent. The Paraguayan War fills an important gap in our understanding of Latin American history.

Author : Pier Paolo Battistelli
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2011-11-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9780752478159

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Battle Story: Tobruk 1941 by Pier Paolo Battistelli Pdf

The siege of Tobruk lasted 240 days during which the 'gallant garrison' of Allied soldiers, including the famous 'Desert Rats' held out against constant attacks from Rommel's Afrika Korps. The battle became one of the longest sieges in British military history and a potent symbol of British resistance. To understand what happened and why – read Battle Story. Diary extracts and quotes offer a real insight into what it was like for the Allied soldiers to live under siege. Maps highlight the adversities of the terrain and the strategic importance of the Tobruk fortress. Rare photographs place you on the frontline of the unfolding action. Orders of battle reveal the composition of the opposing forces' armies. Packed with fact boxes, this short introduction is the perfect way to explore this important battle.

Author : Earl J. Hess
Publisher : UNC Press Books
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2017-08-09
Category : History
ISBN : 9781469634203

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The Battle of Peach Tree Creek by Earl J. Hess Pdf

On July 20, 1864, the Civil War struggle for Atlanta reached a pivotal moment. As William T. Sherman's Union forces came ever nearer the city, the defending Confederate Army of Tennessee replaced its commanding general, removing Joseph E. Johnston and elevating John Bell Hood. This decision stunned and demoralized Confederate troops just when Hood was compelled to take the offensive against the approaching Federals. Attacking northward from Atlanta's defenses, Hood's men struck George H. Thomas's Army of the Cumberland just after it crossed Peach Tree Creek on July 20. Initially taken by surprise, the Federals fought back with spirit and nullified all the advantages the Confederates first enjoyed. As a result, the Federals achieved a remarkable defensive victory. Offering new and definitive interpretations of the battle's place within the Atlanta campaign, Earl J. Hess describes how several Confederate regiments and brigades made a pretense of advancing but then stopped partway to the objective and took cover for the rest of the afternoon on July 20. Hess shows that morale played an unusually important role in determining the outcome at Peach Tree Creek--a soured mood among the Confederates and overwhelming confidence among the Federals spelled disaster for one side and victory for the other.

Author : Craig Battle
Publisher : Owlkids
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2021-04-15
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1771474491

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Camp Average: Double Foul by Craig Battle Pdf

A new battle of wills heats up another summer at Camp Average It's a new summer at Camp Avalon--which Mack and his friends still affectionately call Camp Average. After last season's big baseball victory, camp director Winston wants to continue the winning streak. So he's launched a competitive program for elite athletes--including a new group of girl campers. When Winston enters his charges in a high-stakes basketball tournament, Mack opts out in favor of other, less competitive activities. But Mack starts to suspect he's being played, as one by one, his favorite camp activities all get closed for repairs. Meanwhile, Winston pits boys against girls in a twisted attempt to win. To undermine Winston's hypercompetitive scheme once again, Mack creates a plan of his own--but it means he needs to secretly sabotage both the boys' and girls' teams. Will Mack match wits with Winston and save the camp from the diabolical director's clutches once and for all? Or will Mack's own mischief be exposed--and lose him his summer and his friends? The second Camp Average book is a fast-paced and funny addition to this all-star series.

Author : Robert P. Broadwater
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2014-01-10
Category : History
ISBN : 9780786485437

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The Battle of Fair Oaks by Robert P. Broadwater Pdf

In the spring of 1862, Union Major General George B. McClellan's Army of the Potomac launched a bloody offensive up the Virginia Peninsula in an effort to capture the Confederate capital of Richmond. This study chronicles the pivotal but often overlooked turning point of the Peninsula Campaign--the Battle of Fair Oaks, also known as Seven Pines. At Fair Oaks, Confederate troops succeeded in driving back Union forces from the edge of Richmond before the Union troops stabilized their position. Though both sides claimed victory, the battle marked the end of the Union offensive. Robert E. Lee, J.E.B. Stuart, and Winfield Scott Hancock all rose to national prominence for their roles at Fair Oaks, while McClellan saw his reputation ruined. In the end, the legacy of Fair Oaks is one of missed chances and faulty execution, ensuring the war would continue for nearly three more years.

Author : John Hennessy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 602 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Bull Run, 2nd Battle of, Va., 1862
ISBN : UOM:39015029288084

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Historical Report on the Troop Movements for the Second Battle of Manassas, August 28 Through August 30, 1862 by John Hennessy Pdf

Author : C. Vann Woodward
Publisher : Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2007-11-17
Category : History
ISBN : 9781602391949

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The Battle for Leyte Gulf by C. Vann Woodward Pdf

Pulitzer-Prize-winner and bestselling author C. Vann Woodward recreates the gripping account of the battle for Leyte Gulf—the greatest naval battle of World War II and the largest engagement ever fought on the high seas. For the Japanese, it represented their supreme effort; they committed to action virtually every operational fighting ship on the lists of the Imperial Navy, including two powerful new battleships of the Yamato class. It also ended in their greatest defeat—and a tremendous victory for the United States Navy. Features a new introduction by Evan Thomas, author of Sea of Thunder.

Author : Craig Groeschel
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2021-02-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310362739

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Winning the War in Your Mind by Craig Groeschel Pdf

MORE THAN 500,000 COPIES SOLD! Are your thoughts out of control--just like your life? Do you long to break free from the spiral of destructive thinking? Let God's truth become your battle plan to win the war in your mind! We've all tried to think our way out of bad habits and unhealthy thought patterns, only to find ourselves stuck with an out-of-control mind and off-track daily life. Pastor and New York Times bestselling author Craig Groeschel understands deeply this daily battle against self-doubt and negative thinking, and in this powerful new book he reveals the strategies he's discovered to change your mind and your life for the long-term. Drawing upon Scripture and the latest findings of brain science, Groeschel lays out practical strategies that will free you from the grip of harmful, destructive thinking and enable you to live the life of joy and peace that God intends you to live. Winning the War in Your Mind will help you: Learn how your brain works and see how to rewire it Identify the lies your enemy wants you to believe Recognize and short-circuit your mental triggers for destructive thinking See how prayer and praise will transform your mind Develop practices that allow God's thoughts to become your thoughts God has something better for your life than your old ways of thinking. It's time to change your mind so God can change your life.