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Dive into the world of Scottish myths and legends with this PowerPoint resource containing four engaging lessons to accompany "An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Mythical Creatures" by Theresa Breslin. Learn about the differences between myths and legends, how they travel, their meanings and morals

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Supporting Transitions for Autistic Learners in Scottish Education

This professional learning module focuses on supporting autistic learners in Scotland through effective transitions. Topics covered include terminology, the Scottish context for autism and inclusion, understanding autism, assessment and monitoring, supporting learners and families, social and emotio

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Professional Learning Framework for Inclusion and Wellbeing in Scottish Education

The Professional Learning Framework emphasizes the importance of inclusion and wellbeing in Scottish education, aiming to support educators in enhancing their understanding and practice. The resource provides insights on facilitating group learning, reflective activities, and promoting a safe space

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Decolonising the Curriculum Why, What and How

Explore the complexities of decolonising the curriculum in Scottish education, addressing epistemic privilege, Black History Month, Scottish history and colonialism, missionary movements, and the nuances of the curriculum itself. Consider the purpose and impact of decolonisation efforts in reshaping

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Understanding GIRFEC in Scottish Education

Explore the significance of Getting it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) in Scottish education, emphasizing the commitment to supporting children's wellbeing and ensuring they reach their full potential. Utilize the provided professional learning resources to deepen knowledge and enhance practices in r

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Professional Learning for Inclusion and Wellbeing in Scottish Education

This resource focuses on enhancing professional learning for promoting inclusion and wellbeing in Scottish education. It emphasizes emotional attunement, interconnectivity, and the National Model for Professional Learning. Facilitators can use the slides to support group discussions and self-directe

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Understanding Autism and Inclusive Practices for Scottish Educators

This professional learning module focuses on introducing terminology, understanding autism, supporting learners and families, and promoting social and emotional wellbeing in the Scottish educational context. It includes activities like self-evaluation and covers key aspects such as assessment, monit

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Importance of Learning at Home for Scottish Learners

Learning at home is a critical aspect of a child's development and education in Scotland, with parents playing a vital role. The Scottish Schools (Parental Involvement) Act of 2006 emphasizes the significance of parental involvement in children's learning. However, there is a need for better underst

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Discover Scottish Food and Drink Delights

Scotland's rich farmland produces various ingredients for its famous foods and drinks. From sheep for meat and wool to oats for porridge, Scottish cuisine is diverse and unique. Indulge in traditional dishes like haggis, neeps, and tatties, or satisfy your sweet tooth with treats like shortbread and

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Building Positive Relationships in Scottish Education

The Scottish approach to behavior in schools emphasizes relationship-based approaches over punitive discipline policies. Educators are encouraged to establish supportive relationships, promote a safe learning environment, and prioritize the well-being of learners. Positive connections and a culture

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Enhancing Wellbeing in Scottish Education: A Comprehensive Overview

The Scottish Government's strong focus on mental health and wellbeing in education is highlighted, emphasizing the importance of a whole-school approach and early intervention. Various resources and tools are provided to support staff wellbeing and enhance the mental health support available for lea

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Overview of Inclusive Scottish Education Framework

Scottish education promotes inclusive practices for all learners, emphasizing wellbeing, equalities, and professional learning. The framework aims to support educators in fostering an environment that ensures every learner can thrive. The resources provided facilitate deepening knowledge and underst

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Embedding Education for Sustainable Development in the Curriculum: The Scottish College Project

Embedding Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in the curriculum is crucial for meeting current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. The concept of sustainable development encompasses social, environmental, and economic elements. Education for

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Introduction to Structured Text in PLC Programming

Structured text is a high-level text language used in PLC programming to implement complex procedures not easily expressed with graphical languages. It involves logical operations, ladder diagrams, and efficient control logic for industrial automation. Concepts such as sensor input, logic operation

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Mastering the Scottish Text Paper: Men Should Weep

Enhance your skills for the Scottish Text paper with tips on approaching individual questions, mastering the 10-mark comparison question, and understanding the overall requirements of the paper. Gain insights on managing time effectively, linking extracts to the play, and utilizing marking strategie

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Enhancing Urgent Care Services: Scottish Ambulance Service's Role in Redesigning Care Delivery

The Scottish Ambulance Service plays a crucial role in redesigning urgent care services to ensure equitable access to care, closer to home. Through collaboration and innovative models like the Flow Navigation Centre, they aim to improve response times and the referral process for better patient outc

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Scottish Volleyball Coach Licence Scheme Overview

The Scottish Volleyball Coach Licence Scheme aims to raise coaching standards in Scotland, increase prestige for licensed coaches, and ensure operational standards are met. Licensed coaches must meet specific requirements and undertake ongoing professional development. The scheme offers benefits suc

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Understanding Functional Skills: Text Analysis and Application

This instructional text guides learners through the purpose of functional skills in analyzing different types of text, such as skimming and scanning, and understanding the features of various text genres. It includes activities to practice skimming, scanning, and detailed reading, with a focus on de

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Enhancing Accessibility Through Alternate Text in Microsoft Documents

Explore the importance of alternate text in Microsoft documents for accessibility. Learn what alternate text is, why and when you should use it, and how to add it effectively. Discover the benefits of incorporating alternate text and the legal aspects related to accessibility under Section 508. Enha

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Understanding Audience and Purpose in Text Analysis

When analyzing written texts, identifying the purpose and audience is crucial. The purpose reflects the reason behind the text, while the audience indicates who the text is intended for. By recognizing these aspects, one can better understand the content, language, and overall impact of the text. Va

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Essential Information on Text-to-911 System

Explore key details about the text-to-911 system, including capturing text conversations, handling abandoned calls, transferring text calls to queues, and managing text conversations effectively. Learn about system configurations, call release timings, and dispatcher capabilities in handling text me

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Text-to-911 System Operations Quiz

Test your knowledge on Text-to-911 system operations with this quiz. Learn about capturing text conversations, handling abandoned calls, transferring calls to queues, text conversation timelines, and more. Enhance your understanding of the protocols and procedures involved in managing text-based eme

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Scottish Government Guidance on Fire Detection and Warning Provision

The Repairing Standard introduced by the Scottish Government mandates that all privately rented homes should have proper fire detection and warning systems in place. Landlords must ensure functioning smoke alarms in key areas and may need heat alarms depending on the property's features. Compliance

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Scottish Cancer Referral Guidelines Review 2019

The Scottish Cancer Referral Guidelines were reviewed in 2019 by multidisciplinary subgroups. Changes were made in various cancer sections, while keeping some sections unchanged. The review aimed to incorporate new evidence and ensure timely and appropriate referrals, prioritizing Urgent Suspicion o

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Exploring the Scottish Highlands to Nova Scotia Journey

Discover the historical journey of Scottish Highlanders to Nova Scotia in Canada through the UNESCO Learning Pack. Explore the emotional challenges faced by the Cleared Highlanders, spot ghost objects that tell stories of the past, and delve into the connections between two distant lands. The includ

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Mastering the Structure of Final Questions for Scottish Set Texts

Learn how to effectively structure your answer to an 8-mark question for Scottish set texts by utilizing bullet points and specific headings. Understand the key components of General Comment, Exam Poem, and Other Poem sections. Enhance your ability to choose and analyze relevant material from both s

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Remembering the Impact of the Battle of Loos on Scotland

The Battle of Loos, a significant conflict during World War I, holds a particular relevance to Scotland due to the high number of Scottish soldiers who fought and perished. The battle, marked by devastating losses and destruction in the former coal mining town of Loos in Northern France, saw the inv

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The Legacy of Robert Burns: Scotland's National Poet

Robert Burns, also known as the Bard, was a significant figure in Scottish literature, representing Pre-Romanticism with his exploration of emotions and folk literature. His enduring appeal led to his influence on liberalism and socialism. Burns collected and adapted folk songs, with "Auld Lang Syne

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Exploring London and Scottish Accents in British Phonetics

This session delves into the history and distinctive features of London and Scottish accents, discussing their indexical attributes and the ability to differentiate between English and Scottish speakers. With a focus on Cockney and Multicultural London English, the session analyzes phonetic elements

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Understanding Social Justice in Scottish Higher Education

Explore the complexities of social justice in Scottish higher education through the lens of data and discourse. Delve into questions about fairness, student demographics, financial resources, and the impact of free undergraduate tuition on creating a more equitable system. Learn about research metho

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Understanding Text Representation and Mining in Business Intelligence and Analytics

Text representation and mining play a crucial role in Business Intelligence and Analytics. Dealing with text data, understanding why text is difficult, and the importance of text preprocessing are key aspects covered in this session. Learn about the goals of text representation, the concept of Bag o

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Celebrating Burns Day with Scottish Themed Tasks

Today marks a special Burns Day with tasks focusing on Scottish and Burns-themed activities. From researching a Burns Supper to learning about Robert Burns and delving into Scottish culture, students will have an enriching experience. Completing literacy tasks, exploring mathematics, and embracing S

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Introduction to JMP Text Explorer Platform: Unveiling Text Exploration Tools

Discover the power of JMP tools for text exploration with examples of data curation steps, quantifying text comments, and modeling ratings data. Learn about data requirements, overall processing steps, key definitions, and the bag of words approach in text analysis using Amazon gourmet food review d

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Analysis of Symbolism and Tension in "The Scottish Text Example

The passage from "The Scottish Text Example" explores how Davie's words, the burning of objects, and symbolism contribute to the tone, mood, and tension in the scene. It delves into the significance of Davie's tools and furniture burning, as well as the profound impact of the yacht burning as a symb

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Comparing Opportunities and Constraints in Teaching for Social Justice in English and Scottish Classrooms

Discussion on the challenges and prospects faced by educators dedicated to teaching for social justice in English and Scottish classrooms. The focus is on the differences in the educational systems and policies, emphasizing values of sustainability, equality, and justice. The Scottish context highli

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Exploring Scottish Words and Poetry by Robert Burns

Dive into the world of Scottish words with Robert Burns' poem 'Up In The Morning Early.' Learn the meanings of Scottish terms, analyze the poem's imagery, and discover the essence of winter conveyed through beautiful verses. Enhance your comprehension skills and engage with Scottish culture through

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Understanding Bigrams and Generating Random Text with NLTK

Today's lecture in the Computational Techniques for Linguists course covered the concept of bigrams using NLTK. Bigrams are pairs of words found in text, which are essential for tasks like random text generation. The lecture demonstrated how to work with bigrams, including examples from the NLTK boo

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Enhancing Reading Comprehension Through Text-Dependent Questions

This resource delves into the significance of text-dependent questions in improving students' reading comprehension skills by emphasizing the importance of evidence from the text, building knowledge through nonfiction, and developing critical thinking abilities. It highlights key advances in educati

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Scottish Government Policies and Legislative Context Overview

Scottish Government aims to achieve five strategic objectives, including a wealthier and fairer society, a healthier population, a safer and stronger community, a smarter nation, and a greener environment. The National Outcomes focus on investing in effective services for children, promoting an inte

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8 Ways to Help Scottish Businesses Reduce Energy Costs and Boost Profits

Learn how Zero Waste Scotland's Energy Efficiency Business Support Service funded by the Scottish Government and the European Regional Development Fund is offering free support and funding for Scottish businesses to reduce energy costs, cut carbon emissions, and increase profits. Discover informatio

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