Advertisement
| houston we have a problem online: Online Learning and Teaching with Technology David Murphy, Rob Walker, Graham Webb, 2013-10-31 In the 21st century technology has become an essential part of teaching and learning. This manual provides practical advice on teaching in a wide range of technologies, including the internet and multimedia packages. Using case studies to illustrate the key concepts, this book aims to promote student learning and understanding, and show educators how to use technology to motivate learners and encourage productive interaction. |
| houston we have a problem online: Houston, We Have a Problem Erin McCarthy, 2025-01-31 Dr. Houston Hayes has never had trouble maintaining his professional distance. . .until he meets resident Josie Adkins. Every time she drops a chart in his presence, he's treated to a view that makes him extremely interested in her bones. Jumping them, that is. For a man who prides himself on control at all times, this is a problem. All her life, Josie has wanted to be a surgeon. But how can she do that while she's suffering from the debilitating Dr. Hayes Induced Dropping Medical Equipment Syndrome? And then Dr. Hayes prescribes a cure: one night of sheet-burning passion to erase the tension for both of them. But only one night—he won't need more than that. Suddenly, Josie has her mission--a chance to prove to the arrogant Dr. Hayes that one night with her will never be enough. And soon, both doctors may be falling into a desire deeper than any they've ever known. . . |
| houston we have a problem online: Online and Social Networking Communities Karen Kear, 2011-03-17 Online and Social Networking Communities is a professional guide written for educational practitioners and trainers who wish to use online communication tools effectively in their teaching. Focusing on the student experience of learning in online communities, it addresses ‘web 2.0’ and other ‘social software’ tools and considers the role these technologies play in supporting student learning and building learning communities. The guide offers: real-world case studies and quality research must-have lists of useful resources guidance on building and supporting online learning communities discussion of how collaborative learning can be assessed coverage of wikis, forums, blogging, instant messaging, Second Life, Twitter, desktop videoconferencing and social networking sites such as Facebook. Online and Social Networking Communities helps educators and trainers develop a critical approach by exploring online learning from both the student’s and educator’s perspective. This practical guide provides the tools to help develop confident and thoughtful online educators, able to create successful and enjoyable learning experiences for their students. |
| houston we have a problem online: Teaching for Learning Claire Howell Major, Michael S. Harris, Todd D. Zakrajsek, 2021-06-29 Teaching for Learning is a comprehensive, practical resource for instructors that highlights and synthesizes proven teaching methods and active learning strategies. Each of the 101 entries describes an approach and lists its essential features and elements, demonstrates how the approach may be used in various educational contexts, reviews findings from the research literature, and describes techniques to improve effectiveness. Fully revised and updated to reflect the latest research and innovations in the field, this second edition also features critical new content on adapting techniques for use in online courses. |
| houston we have a problem online: Houston, You Have a Problem Bill Amend, 2007-03 Collection of previously published comic strips. |
| houston we have a problem online: Online Access , 1996 |
| houston we have a problem online: Critical Thinking Tom Chatfield, 2017-10-28 Shortlisted for the British Book Design and Production Awards 2018, Educational Books category Do you need to demonstrate a good argument or find more evidence? Are you mystified by your tutor′s comment ′critical analysis needed′? What does it really mean to think well - and how do you learn to do it? Critical thinking is a set of techniques. You just need to learn them. So here’s your personal toolkit for demystifying critical engagement. I’ll show you how to sharpen your critical thinking by developing and practicing this set of skills, so you can... Spot an argument and get why reasoning matters Sniff out errors and evaluate evidence Understand and account for bias Become a savvy user of technology Develop clear, confident critical writing. Designed to work seamlessly with a power pack of digital resources and exercises, you′ll find practical and effective tools to think and write critically in an information-saturated age. No matter whether you′re launching on your first degree or arriving as an international or mature student, Critical Thinking gives you the skills, insights and confidence to succeed. In your critical thinking toolkit Watch the 10 commandments videos – life rules to change how you think Smart Study boxes share excellent tips to whip your work into shape BuzzFeed quizzes to test what (you think) you know Space to scribble! Journal your thoughts, questions, eureka moments as you go Chat more online with #TalkCriticalThinking |
| houston we have a problem online: PC Mag , 1996-10-22 PCMag.com is a leading authority on technology, delivering Labs-based, independent reviews of the latest products and services. Our expert industry analysis and practical solutions help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology. |
| houston we have a problem online: Vox Popular Robin Queen, 2015-01-27 Our favorite movies and TV shows feature indelible characters who tell us about themselves not just in what they say but in how they say it. The creative decisions behind these voices—such as what accent or dialect to use—offer rich data for sociolinguistic study. Ideal for students of language variation as well as general readers interested in media, Vox Popular is an engaging tour through the major issues of sociolinguistic study as heard in the voices from mass media. • Provides readers with a unified and accessible picture of the interrelationships between language variation and the mass media • Presents detailed original analyses of multiple audiovisual media sources • Includes a broad methods chapter covering quantitative and qualitative methods in a style not available in any other textbook • All theoretical terms are accessibly explained, with engaging examples, making it suitable for non-academics as well as undergraduate students • Incorporates pedagogical textboxes throughout and includes sections dedicated to developing practical skills for the field |
| houston we have a problem online: The Art of Digital Marketing Ian Dodson, 2016-04-04 The premier guide to digital marketing that works, and a solid framework for success The Art of Digital Marketing is the comprehensive guide to cracking the digital marketing 'code,' and reaching, engaging, and serving the empowered consumer. Based on the industry's leading certification from the Digital Marketing Institute (DMI), this book presents an innovative methodology for successful digital marketing: start with the customer and work backwards. A campaign is only effective as it is reflective of the consumer's wants, needs, preferences, and inclinations; the DMI framework provides structured, implementable, iterative direction for getting it right every time. The heart of the framework is a three-step process called the 3i Principles: Initiate, Iterate, and Integrate. This simple idea translates into higher engagement, real customer interaction, and multichannel campaigns that extend even into traditional marketing channels. The evolution of digital marketing isn't really about the brands; it's about consumers exercising more control over their choices. This book demonstrates how using this single realization as a starting point helps you build and implement more effective campaigns. Get inside the customer's head with deep consumer research Constantly improve your campaigns based on feedback and interactions Integrate digital activities across channels, including traditional marketing Build campaigns based on customer choice and control Digital marketing turns traditional marketing models on their heads. Instead of telling the customer what to think, you find out what they already think and go from there. Instead of front-loading resources, you continually adjust your approach based on real interactions with real customers every day. Digital marketing operates within its own paradigm, and The Art of Digital Marketing opens the door for your next campaign. |
| houston we have a problem online: Pivoting Your Instruction Bruce M. Mackh, 2021-08-23 This practical guide for college and university instructors explains how to design and prepare your courses to be adaptable for a full range of learning environments—whether that’s online, hybrid, or face-to-face traditional campus teaching. Author Bruce M. Mackh unpacks a comprehensive instructional design approach to curriculum and instruction that is suitable for all modalities and allows you to pivot quickly, regardless of how the course will be delivered. Chapters provide quick takeaways and cover challenges and opportunities, adapting high-impact practices across instructional models and fostering a culture of care. The book also encourages faculty members to adopt a student-centered mindset as they employ the principles of Design Thinking, User Experience Design, Instructional Design, and Learning Experience Design to create a high-quality course. The strategies at the heart of this book will help both new and experienced faculty save time, ensure instructional continuity during transitions, and achieve excellence in teaching. |
| houston we have a problem online: Houston, We Have a Narrative Randy Olson, 2015-09-15 Communicate more effectively about science—by taking a page from Hollywood and improving your storytelling skills. Ask a scientist about Hollywood, and you’ll probably get eye rolls. But ask someone in Hollywood about science, and they’ll see dollar signs: Moviemakers know that science can be the source of great stories, with all the drama and action that blockbusters require. That’s a huge mistake, says Randy Olson: Hollywood has a lot to teach scientists about how to tell a story—and, ultimately, how to do science better. With Houston, We Have a Narrative, he lays out a stunningly simple method for turning the dull into the dramatic. Drawing on his unique background, which saw him leave his job as a working scientist to launch a career as a filmmaker, Olson first diagnoses the problem: When scientists tell us about their work, they pile one moment and one detail atop another moment and another detail—a stultifying procession of “and, and, and.” What we need instead is an understanding of the basic elements of story, the narrative structures that our brains are all but hardwired to look for—which Olson boils down, brilliantly, to “And, But, Therefore,” or ABT. At a stroke, the ABT approach introduces momentum (“And”), conflict (“But”), and resolution (“Therefore”)—the fundamental building blocks of story. As Olson has shown by leading countless workshops worldwide, when scientists’ eyes are opened to ABT, the effect is staggering: suddenly, they’re not just talking about their work—they’re telling stories about it. And audiences are captivated. Written with an uncommon verve and enthusiasm, and built on principles that are applicable to fields far beyond science, Houston, We Have a Narrative has the power to transform the way science is understood and appreciated, and ultimately how it’s done. |
| houston we have a problem online: The Ascender Tracey L. Pacelli, 2020-03-28 Billy Magnusson, a twelve year-old boy, has been the target of The Mandela Effect, an energy wave that attacks him, erasing pieces of his past and adding new details to his life script. Billy would describe the attacks as like riding a surf board atop waves he can’t see coming, and he never knows when the next energy wave might hit him. These waves isolate Billy, they’re growing stronger, changing bigger chunks of his past, and they’re driving a wedge between him and his father who seems to know more than he’s saying. When Billy attends a new school in Florida, he’s forced to join The Ascension Club, where he meets an odd mix of kids he can finally trust with his secret. Together they discover a weapon that will soon threaten them all unless they can stop it. |
| houston we have a problem online: Signal , 2011 |
| houston we have a problem online: Savant I - Deked Razeen Saiyed, 2022-08-01 This is a young-adult Sci-fi thriller novel written by a novice author. It revolves around the life of the protagonist who transforms into a superhero after going through an accident. It is a vibrant journey that will engross you and take you on an adventurous ride. Hope you like it. |
| houston we have a problem online: Credit Repair Kit For Dummies Stephen R. Bucci, 2008-08-06 Now, you can finally end the cycle of bad credit and get back on your feet by following the step-by-step advice and tools in Credit Repair Kit For Dummies, 2nd Edition. You’ll find out everything you need to know about creating a solid plan to get your credit back on track. You’ll discover how to find your credit report, review all of the information in it, and learn how you can repair and spruce it up. You’ll learn how to communicate with creditors and how to budget so that you can pay your bills in full and on time. You’ll learn how to apply these credit strategies to all life situations, from building credit with your life partner to financially surviving a divorce, unemployment, and student loans. You will find out how to safe-guard your identity so that other people don’t damage your credit. Find out how to: Take charge of your credit Get help from credit counselors Request copies of your credit report Know how to interpret your credit report and credit score Avoid foreclosure Communicate with collectors, lawyers, and the courts Manage medical debt Safe-guard your identity Complete with lists of ten tips to avoid identity theft and reduce damages, ten ways you can prevent foreclosure, ten methods for establishing and improving credit, and ten strategies for handling financial emergencies, Credit Repair Kit For Dummies, 2nd Edition is your one-stop guide to improving and maintaining your credit score and protecting your identity. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file. |
| houston we have a problem online: The Complete Guide to E-Security Michael Chesbro, 2001 |
| houston we have a problem online: Accidental Catchphrases Ethan Parker, AI, 2025-03-29 Accidental Catchphrases explores the fascinating, often unintentional, origins of iconic phrases in our culture. It examines how simple linguistic accidents, like flubbed lines in film or television, evolve into enduring cultural phenomena and even internet memes. The book highlights how these catchphrases, born from spontaneous moments, permeate our collective consciousness, shaping our understanding of the world. The book examines the linguistic mechanisms behind catchphrase creation, the role of media in their spread, and the sociocultural factors influencing their adoption. For example, a seemingly innocuous line can become a cultural touchstone through widespread repetition and adaptation. The book progresses through three sections, starting with the birth of catchphrases, then analyzing media's role in their amplification, and finally exploring the sociocultural factors that determine their longevity. It uses case studies, linguistic analyses, and historical records to support its arguments, demonstrating the unpredictable nature of language and its impact on cultural trends. This exploration provides a fresh perspective, challenging the idea that cultural phenomena are always deliberately designed. By focusing on the unintentional origins of catchphrases, the book offers valuable insights into how language evolves and how culture is created and sustained, making it beneficial for those in language arts, film & television, and related fields. |
| houston we have a problem online: God, Who Are You Anyway? Bill Bright, Brad Bright, 2019-03-05 We can trace all our human problems to our view of God. In one of his greatest contributions to the Body of Christ, Bill Bright addresses questions that Christians of all paths ask. These questions include: Do your experiences shape how you see God? or Does your view of God shape how you see your experiences? Do you experience daily the joy and peace Jesus promised all his followers? or Are you stuck on an emotional rollercoaster driven by today’s events?” God, Who Are You Anyway teaches Christians how to deepen their view of God. Readers learn to see problems as opportunities to see God work. |
| houston we have a problem online: iPhone and iPad Apps for Absolute Beginners, iOS 5 Edition Rory Lewis, 2012-06-08 The iPhone is the hottest gadget of our generation, and much of its success has been fueled by the App Store, Apple’s online marketplace for iPhone applications. Over 1 billion apps were downloaded during the nine months following the launch of the App Store, ranging from the simplest games to the most complex business apps. Everyone has an idea for the next bestselling iPhone app—presumably, that’s why you’re reading this now! And with the popularity of the iPad, this demand will just continue to grow. So how do you build an application for the iPhone and iPad? Don’t you need to spend years learning complicated programming languages? What about Objective-C and Cocoa touch ? The answer is that you don’t need to know any of those things! Anybody can start building simple apps for the iPhone and iPad, and this book will show you how. This update of an Apress bestseller walks you through creating your first app, using plain English and practical examples using the iOS 5 software development platform and more. It cuts through the fog of jargon and misinformation that surrounds iPhone and iPad application development, and gives you simple, step-by-step instructions to get you started. Teaches iPhone and iPad apps development in language anyone can understand Provides simple, step-by-step examples that make learning easy, using iOS 5 Offers videos that enable you to follow along with the author—it’s like your own private classroom |
| houston we have a problem online: Apollo Confidential Lukas Viglietti, 2019-07-30 The inside stories of the Apollo program and the live of astronauts, as told to the author by the men themselves—with a forward by astronaut Charlie Duke. Between 1969 and 1972, twelve people walked on the surface of the Moon. Twelve others flew over its majestic surface. They were the sons of ordinary individuals. But they believed anything was possible―and they proved it to the entire world. Fascinated by these men—heroes such as Alan Shepard, Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and many others—airline pilot Lukas Viglietti personally recorded their testimonies, becoming a close friend and confidant to many of them in the process. Now he shares his exclusive and unprecedented insight into their adventures and the Apollo program overall in Apollo Confidential. |
| houston we have a problem online: Roy Grace Ebook Bundle: Books 1-10 Peter James, 2015-12-03 The first ten novels of Peter James' enormously popular, multi-award-winning crime series featuring Detective Superintendent Roy Grace are collected together in this ebook bundle. These ten bestselling titles follow Brighton's best police detective as he investigates missing persons, terrible murders, copycat killers, and races against the clock to catch dangerous criminals before they strike again. Peter James' Roy Grace Ebook Bundle: Books 1-10 contains the following gripping novels from the Roy Grace series: Dead Simple Looking Good Dead Not Dead Enough Dead Man's Footsteps Dead Tomorrow Dead Like You Dead Man's Grip Not Dead Yet Dead Man's Time Want You Dead |
| houston we have a problem online: VeriSMTM: Unwrapped and Applied Claire Agutter, Johann Botha, Suzanne Van Hove, 2018-09-25 VeriSM: Unwrapped and Applied, the second volume within the VeriSM series, extends the information in the first volume VeriSM: A Service Management Approach for the Digital Age. It shows how VeriSM applies to the digitally transforming organization. This includes information around what digital transformation is, approaches to digital transformation and its implications for the entire organization, especially the people. The book explains how to use the VeriSM model, describing the steps to develop, maintain and use the Management Mesh to deliver a new or changed product or service. Within this content, a case study is used to illustrate how to apply the model for each stage and to show the expected outcomes. Implications for the entire organization are stressed throughout the entire volume, reinforcing the concepts of enterprise strategy tying together the organizational capabilities to produce consumer-focused products and services. The second part of the book also includes a wealth of case studies, stories and interviews from organizations and individuals who have a digital transformation journey to share. VeriSM early adopters from around the world provide more information about how they are applying the guidance. |
| houston we have a problem online: The Belly Fat Formula A D Stone, Is Excess Belly Fat Taking Over Your Life? Want To Know How To Fix It? Grab Your Copy Of The Belly Fat Formula - The Popular NEW Weight-loss Program From A.D Stone (BPhEd Hons I) The Belly Fat Formula’s revolutionary weight-loss program will jump-start your weight loss, increase your energy levels and shift your stubborn belly fat... for good. If you need to lose excess fat from your stomach, hips or thigh region then you need to read this book. Your body will thank you for it! If you follow the Belly Fat Formula’s simple 14 day fat loss system you will: 1. Instantly start losing stubborn body fat, including belly fat 2. Achieve a flatter firmer stomach in just a few weeks 3. Start to look and feel 10 years younger 4. Drop pounds of fat and inches fast... and keep it off 5. And all this without dieting, slow boring cardio, hundreds of sit ups or hours at the gym Are you ready to look slimmer, feel healthier and more energetic? Is the answer is YES then Order your copy of the Belly Fat Formula today. Ah, and one last thing I almost forgot to mention. When you order I am also going to throw in a bunch of incredible free bonuses with your order. Details of how to download these freebies will be included in your copy of the book. What sort of bonuses? Bonus #1 is the Turbulence Training 4 Week Bodyweight Workouts eBook. Bonus #2 is the Turbulence Training 10 minute holiday workouts. Bonus #3 is the Top 10 Travel Secrets to lose fat on the road. Bonus #4 Is the Sample Fat Burning Turbulence Training Workout Bonus #5 is the Hot Zone Fat Loss Program. And the final Bonus #6 is our all important BFF Metabolic Rate Calculator, your all important tool to calculate your bodies rate of calorie burning as well as your daily calorie goal. Get the body you want today. Purchase the Belly Fat Formula now for just $5. |
| houston we have a problem online: Cyber Kids, Cyber Bullying, Cyber Balance Barbara C. Trolley, Constance Hanel, 2010-01-11 Ideal for administrators, counsellors, and teachers, this resource provides practical information about technology use and cyber bullying as it relates to today's students and schools. Although technology can be used to help students succeed both socially and academically, it is critically important that school professionals know how to address technology misuse, particularly cyber bullying, since problems of abuse are on the rise. Cyber Kids, Cyber Bullying, Cyber Balance introduces educators to the wide world of modern technology in all its forms and nuances. The authors illustrate how to identify instances of cyber bullying and respond to them appropriately. The extensive appendix includes legal guidelines, a school planning calendar, a student assessment form, and an incident report form. The book provides basic information about prevention, assessment, intervention, and evaluation that is readily accessible and easily understood and implemented. A new and exciting focus of the book is the concept of cyber balance--helping students make healthy, safe choices about technology. |
| houston we have a problem online: The Book of Overthinking Gwendoline Smith, 2022-05-10 Overthinking, ruminating, worrying: bestselling author Gwendoline Smith explains this common form of anxiety and offers helpful advice for overcoming it. Psychologist Gwendoline Smith explains in clear and accessible language the concepts of positive and negative overthinking, the truth about worry, and how to deal with the thought viruses that are holding you back. She helps you understand what’s going on in your head—using examples, anecdotes, and plenty of humor—and she offers powerful strategies for addressing your issues. Based on cognitive behavioral theory, this book will help you combat anxious thought patterns in all areas of your life: from your personal life to relationships and work. |
| houston we have a problem online: The AI Metaverse Revolution Jeetesh Kumar, Manpreet Arora, 2025-06-06 This work offers readers a roadmap for navigating this technological revolution, positioning AI and the Metaverse as essential components of future-proof business strategy. |
| houston we have a problem online: Silence: A User's Guide, Volume One Maggie Ross, 2014-09-10 Silence is essential for the health and well-being of humans and the environment in which they live. Yet silence has almost vanished from our lives and our world. Of all the books that claim to be about silence, this is the only one that addresses silence directly. Silence: A User's Guide is just what the title says: it is a guide to silence, which is both a vast interior spaciousness, and the condition of our being in the natural world. This book exposes the processes by which silence can transfigure our lives--what Maggie Ross calls the work of silence; it describes how lives steeped in silence can transfigure other lives unawares. It shows how the work of silence was once understood to be the foundation of the teaching of Jesus, and how this teaching was once an intrinsic part of Western Christianity; it describes some of the methods by which the institution suppressed the work of silence, and why religious institutions are afraid of silence. Above all, this book shows that the work of silence gives us a way of being in the world that is more than we can ask for or imagine. |
| houston we have a problem online: You Don't Know Jack Erin McCarthy, 2008-07-29 When her cross-dressing psychic's prediction that she would meet her soul mate during an accident comes true, Jamie Peters finds Mr. Right in down-to-earth, honest Jack Davidson, who, unbeknownst to her, has been hired to investigate her for criminal misconduct. Reprint. |
| houston we have a problem online: Dead Simple Peter James, 2010-09-09 Four bodies, one suspect, no trace. The first case for Detective Superintendent Roy Grace, and the first entry in a bestselling mystery series by Peter James. It was meant to be a harmless bachelor party prank. A few hours later four of his best friends are dead and Michael Harrison has disappeared. With only three days to the wedding, Detective Superintendent Grace—a man haunted by the shadow of his own missing wife—is contacted by Michael's beautiful, distraught fiancée, Ashley Harper. Grace discovers that the one man who ought to know Michael Harrison's whereabouts is saying nothing. But then he has a lot to gain—more than anyone realizes. For one man's disaster is another man's fortune . . . Dead simple . . . |
| houston we have a problem online: Health Yeah Sharla King, 2022-02-24 Please enjoy and use this book to obtain and maintain your own healthy mental health. And the book also might help you reach a healthier physical health or body as, remember, we cannot separate our physical and mental entities. When one reaches a healthier mental and physical body and state of mind, it is so much easier to find and enjoy your happy place. Isn't that our ultimate goal in life, to be happy? And as we all know, being responsible in finding our happy place is big. We own that job. We owe that to our family, friends, and all those we are around throughout our lives. I believe you will find this book to be full of common-sense tips. As the title says, it is a Common Sense Approach to Mental Health. Let's all stop throwing out our common sense with the baby wash and go back to creating a healthier environment for ourselves. Consequently, we will be a healthier and happier people. |
| houston we have a problem online: Out of Order Barbara Dunlop, 2014-11-15 Free-spirited? Of course. Unorthodox? Surely! Jailbird? No way. Until the cops come with irresistible proof—and handcuffs! Yep, Shelby Jacobs is busted for gunrunning—but all she knows is that her boss is a jerk. More temp jobs won't cover her bail—or even get a decent lawyer. Luckily, Shelby's roommate's fiance's partner (don't ask) can take the case. Trouble is, the feelings Dallas Williams stirs in Shelby are quite indecent—especially as she knows she'll never fit into his structured world. Still, since Shelby always pays her debts, she takes a temporary job with Dallas's irm—and promptly starts interfering with his other cases. Will her impulsive ways lead to another fall? And does she care? |
| houston we have a problem online: The New Power University Jonathan Grant, 2021-04-28 In a changing world, what is the social purpose of higher education? Combining a critique of contemporary universities, a manifesto for the future and a provocation to stimulate change, The New Power University examines how higher education can flourish in the 21st century. Using the framing of ‘new power’, Jonathan Grant illustrates how a different purpose for universities is necessary, through the application of a new set of values that puts social responsibility at the core of the academic mission, allowing the university to become an advocate of the policy and political issues that matter to its communities. The New Power University offers both a warning against the complacency of old power and a voice for many who see the opportunity and necessity for radical change in higher education. ‘Jonathan Grant examines the trends and urges the shedding of old shibboleths in order to embrace a new future. Insightful and engaging, this book will spur and shape the urgent debates learning communities need to have and resolve to avoid being left behind.’ Julia Gillard, Former Australian Prime Minister and Minister for Education; Chair-elect of the Wellcome Trust ‘A must-read for anyone interested in the transformative power of higher education.’ Ed Byrne, Former President King’s College London; co-author of The University Challenge ‘The New Power University is essential material for anyone wondering what universities are for and how they can help provide the answers to the most pressing challenges of our times.’ Jo Johnson, Chairman of Tes Global; former UK Minister for Universities, Science and Innovation |
| houston we have a problem online: Game Addiction Neils Clark, P. Shavaun Scott, 2009-06-08 An eleven-year-old boy strangled an elderly woman for the equivalent of five dollars in 2007, then buried her body under a thin layer of sand. He told the police that he needed the money to play online videogames. Just a month later, an eight-year-old Norwegian boy saved his younger sister's life by threatening an attacking moose and then feigning death when the moose attacked him--skills he said he learned while playing World of Warcraft. As these two instances show, videogames affect the minds, bodies, and lives of millions of gamers, negatively and positively. This book approaches videogame addiction from a cross-disciplinary perspective, bridging the divide between liberal arts academics and clinical researchers. The topic of addiction is examined neutrally, using accepted research in neuroscience, media studies, and developmental psychology. |
| houston we have a problem online: Space Warfare and Defense Bert Chapman, 2008-03-19 This timely resource provides a history of the development of space weapons and warfare strategies and a comprehensive reference guide to the growing literature on the subject. Space Warfare and Defense: A Historical Encyclopedia and Research Guide provides comprehensive coverage of the development of space as a possible arena for warfare, exploring the military uses of space—past, present, and future—and specific details of actual space weapons systems. The encyclopedia spans the breadth of U.S. military space policy; comparable programs in the Soviet Union, China, and the European Union; and the full array of international agreements designed to regulate the military uses of space. In addition, the encyclopedia includes an extensive reference guide (nearly 40 percent of the book) directing readers to the essential literature on space weapons and defense systems produced by the United States, other governments, research institutions, and additional sources. At a time when space is becoming an increasingly important place of military competition and potential conflict, Space Warfare and Defense dispels the myths and examines the realities of what may become humanity's ultimate battlefield. |
| houston we have a problem online: Linux Clustering Charles Bookman, 2003 Linux Clustering is the premier resource for system administrators wishing to implement clustering solutions on the many types of Linux systems. It guides Linux Administrators through difficult tasks while offering helpful tips and tricks. |
| houston we have a problem online: From Light into the Abyss Jim Jacobs, 2016-02-29 We've ushered in a new era of the outlaw duo Bonnie and Clyde. There are no pistols or shotguns visible, no banks involved, and few if any wanted posters displayed in your local Post Office. The weapon of choice has become the keyboard and laptop computer. It has become a merging bacteria spreading like wildfire perilously and dangerously close to imploding on God's moral laws and His judgment upon this Nation. Call it scams, live sex cams, or our youth behaving badly, its tentacles reach all socioeconomic households in this country. Adding to this mix of immorality we have prostitution, illegal drug smuggling and its use, human slave trafficking, domestic abuse, abortion, same sex marriage, political chicanery, etc. You've just created a cocktail of criminal behavior as in the days of Sodom and Gomorrah. The question then arises out of this storm of immorality is not if; but when God will exact His wrath upon this Nation. |
| houston we have a problem online: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Raising Girls Deborah S. Romaine, Gary J. Weisenberger, Kathy Sherwin, 2009-04-07 A positive look at parenting daughters. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Raising Girls is a hands-on parenting guide that takes readers from birth into womanhood. In warm, wise words, the authors explore all that is sugar and spice, precious and at times frightening, about the girls in their lives. *A hopeful, positive focus for parents concerned about issues raised in books like Queen Bees and Wannabees, Odd Girl Out, Reviving Ophelia, and See Jane Hit *Solid parenting advice for every stage *Follows on the success of The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Raising Boys *Author team includes a pediatrician, teacher, and health writer, all of whom have daughters themselves |
| houston we have a problem online: Happiness Explained Paul Anand, 2016-03-17 What is human happiness and how can we promote it? These questions are central to human existence and Happiness Explained draws on scientific research from economics, psychology, and philosophy, as well as a range of other disciplines, to outline a new paradigm in which human flourishing plays a central role in the assessment of national and global progress. It shows why the traditional national income approach is limited as a measure of human wellbeing and demonstrates how the contributors to happiness, wellbeing, and quality of life can be measured and understood across the human life course. Discussing wide-ranging aspects, from parenting, decent employment, friendship, education, and health in old age, through to money, autonomy, and fairness, as well as personal strategies and governmental polices used in the pursuit of happiness, it offers a science-based understanding of human flourishing. Written by an economist involved in helping governmental organisations move 'beyond GDP', Happiness Explained shows how a wide range of factors that contribute to better and happier lives and how, together, they provide a new blueprint for the assessment of progress in terms of personal wellbeing. |
| houston we have a problem online: Brilliant, Beautiful, Bipolar Liz Casper, 2024-07-26 Brilliant, Beautiful, Bipolar is an autobiographical account of former physician Liz Casper’s diagnosis of and treatment for bipolar disorder. In this first book, Casper chronicles her unique experience as her world fell apart while trying to start a new life for herself in Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Buoyed by the endless future opportunities and possibilities, combined with her limitless energy, Casper was unaware there was a far more sinister side to her life that would soon surface. Through her gut-wrenching and honest account of her life, Casper gives us an unusual insight into the mind of an actively manic, albeit brilliant mind; and the devastation that can occur along the way. As is common, Casper rejected the diagnosis until it became too great to ignore, her losses too deep, her pain too great to continue. This fast-paced story will leave you with jaw-dropping moments, brutally honest storytelling, and ultimate inspiration for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis. Casper’s account gives deep insight and hope to anyone suffering from any medical illness. Her book - filled with contemporary relevance - will leave you wanting more of her life stories; more of her revealing and highly entertaining prose; and more of her much-needed, sage advice. |
Houston - Wikipedia
Houston (/ ˈ h juː s t ən / ⓘ HEW-stən) is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Texas and in the Southern United States.Located in Southeast Texas near Galveston Bay and the Gulf of …
Visit Houston Texas | Travel Guide for Tourist Attractions
America's fourth-largest city is a cosmopolitan destination, filled with world-class dining, arts, hotels, shopping and nightlife. Take a stroll through the historic Heights, spend the day …
32 Fun Things to Do in Houston + Tips from a Local
May 2, 2025 · Situated in Hermann Park and the Museum District, near the Houston Zoo, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Holocaust Museum Houston, the Houston Museum of Natural …
Welcome to the City of Houston eGovernment Center
2 days ago · 311 Houston Help and Info puts your City government at your fingertips –- one contact, via the channel of your choice, phone or email -- and you get answers or have your …
The 21 Best Things to Do in Houston Right Now (2025) - Time Out
Apr 30, 2025 · Houston is no stranger to the oh-so-trendy sport of pickleball, with multiple places to play throughout the city. PKL Social is a 21+ pickleball sports bar located in the vibrant …
Houston | Geography, History, & Points of Interest | Britannica
3 days ago · Houston, inland port city, in Harris, Fort Bend, and Montgomery counties, that is the seat (1836) of Harris county, southeastern Texas, U.S.It is linked by the Houston Ship Channel …
Welcome to Houston
While our shared roots are proudly planted in Texas, Houston’s reach and influence is truly global. Nearly one in four of Houston's 7.1 million residents was born outside the United States. In …
Things to Do in Houston
Houston Zoo in the late spring, on the last days before the hot summer descends, is a true delight. The birds are active, some feedings or feeding their chicks. The jaguar and her baby put on …
The 11 best things to do in Houston - Lonely Planet
May 29, 2025 · Houston is a huge city – the fourth largest by population in the United States – and it has drawn people from all over the world due to its incredible live music, diverse dining and …
Houston, Texas: Explore Attractions, Sports and Cuisine - Visit The …
The style-savvy residents of the USA’s fourth-largest city and third-largest county, Harris, know there’s no place quite like Houston. With more than 2.2 million residents, the city attracts …
Houston - Wikipedia
Houston (/ ˈ h juː s t ən / ⓘ HEW-stən) is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Texas and in the Southern United States.Located in Southeast Texas near Galveston Bay and the Gulf of …
Visit Houston Texas | Travel Guide for Tourist Attractions
America's fourth-largest city is a cosmopolitan destination, filled with world-class dining, arts, hotels, shopping and nightlife. Take a stroll through the historic Heights, spend the day …
32 Fun Things to Do in Houston + Tips from a Local
May 2, 2025 · Situated in Hermann Park and the Museum District, near the Houston Zoo, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Holocaust Museum Houston, the Houston Museum of Natural …
Welcome to the City of Houston eGovernment Center
2 days ago · 311 Houston Help and Info puts your City government at your fingertips –- one contact, via the channel of your choice, phone or email -- and you get answers or have your …
The 21 Best Things to Do in Houston Right Now (2025) - Time Out
Apr 30, 2025 · Houston is no stranger to the oh-so-trendy sport of pickleball, with multiple places to play throughout the city. PKL Social is a 21+ pickleball sports bar located in the vibrant …
Houston | Geography, History, & Points of Interest | Britannica
3 days ago · Houston, inland port city, in Harris, Fort Bend, and Montgomery counties, that is the seat (1836) of Harris county, southeastern Texas, U.S.It is linked by the Houston Ship Channel …
Welcome to Houston
While our shared roots are proudly planted in Texas, Houston’s reach and influence is truly global. Nearly one in four of Houston's 7.1 million residents was born outside the United States. In …
Things to Do in Houston
Houston Zoo in the late spring, on the last days before the hot summer descends, is a true delight. The birds are active, some feedings or feeding their chicks. The jaguar and her baby put on …
The 11 best things to do in Houston - Lonely Planet
May 29, 2025 · Houston is a huge city – the fourth largest by population in the United States – and it has drawn people from all over the world due to its incredible live music, diverse dining and …
Houston, Texas: Explore Attractions, Sports and Cuisine - Visit …
The style-savvy residents of the USA’s fourth-largest city and third-largest county, Harris, know there’s no place quite like Houston. With more than 2.2 million residents, the city attracts …
