Finding Credible Web Sources
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The document provides tips for finding credible web resources. It recommends using academic databases that contain peer-reviewed articles, as these have been examined by experts before publication. It distinguishes between primary and secondary sources, noting primary sources are original documents while secondary sources analyze or respond to primary sources. The document also notes that the domain name (e.g. .edu, .gov) can indicate the credibility of a website and that readers should be aware of potential biases.
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Oliver is a career project professional since 2011 and started volunteering with APM in 2016 and has since chaired the People Interest Network and the North East Regional Network. Oliver has been consulting in culture, leadership and behaviours since 2019 and co-developed HPTM速an off the shelf high performance framework for teams and organisations and is currently working with SAS (Stellenbosch Academy for Sport) developing the culture, leadership and behaviours framework for future elite sportspeople whilst also holding down work as a project manager in the NHS at North Tees and Hartlepool Foundation Trust.
David Bovis
Consultant, Duxinaroe
A Leadership and Culture Change expert, David is the originator of BTFA and The Dux Model.
With a Masters in Applied Neuroscience from the Institute of Organisational Neuroscience, he is widely regarded as the Go-To expert in the field, recognised as an inspiring keynote speaker and change strategist.
He has an industrial engineering background, majoring in TPS / Lean. David worked his way up from his apprenticeship to earn his seat at the C-suite table. His career spans several industries, including Automotive, Aerospace, Defence, Space, Heavy Industries and Elec-Mech / polymer contract manufacture.
Published in Londons Evening Standard quarterly business supplement, James Caans Your business Magazine, Quality World, the Lean Management Journal and Cambridge Universities PMA, he works as comfortably with leaders from FTSE and Fortune 100 companies as he does owner-managers in SMEs. He is passionate about helping leaders understand the neurological root cause of a high-performance culture and sustainable change, in business.
Session | Own Your Autonomy The Importance of Autonomy in Project Management
#OwnYourAutonomy is aiming to be a global APM initiative to position everyone to take a more conscious role in their decision making process leading to increased outcomes for everyone and contribute to a world in which all projects succeed.
We want everyone to join the journey.
#OwnYourAutonomy is the culmination of 3 years of collaborative exploration within the Leadership Focus Group which is part of the APM People Interest Network. The work has been pulled together using the 5 HPTM速 Systems and the BTFA neuroscience leadership programme.
https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/apm-people-network/about/
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Principle and Practices of Animal Breeding Full Note
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How to use Init Hooks in Odoo 18 - Odoo 際際滷s
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In this slide, well discuss on how to modify existing web pages in Odoo 18. Web pages in Odoo 18 can also gather user data through user-friendly forms, encourage interaction through engaging features. 
How to Configure Restaurants in Odoo 17 Point of Sale
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Odoo, a versatile and integrated business management software, excels with its robust Point of Sale (POS) module. This guide delves into the intricacies of configuring restaurants in Odoo 17 POS, unlocking numerous possibilities for streamlined operations and enhanced customer experiences.Blind spots in AI and Formulation Science, IFPAC 2025.pdf
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In this slide, well discuss on how to configure flexible working schedule in Odoo 18 Employee module. In Odoo 18, the Employee module offers powerful tools to configure and manage flexible working schedules tailored to your organization's needs.Computer Application in Business (commerce)
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The main objectives
1. To introduce the concept of computer and its various parts. 2. To explain the concept of data base management system and Management information system.
3. To provide insight about networking and basics of internet
Recall various terms of computer and its part
Understand the meaning of software, operating system, programming language and its features
Comparing Data Vs Information and its management system Understanding about various concepts of management information system
Explain about networking and elements based on internet
1. Recall the various concepts relating to computer and its various parts
2 Understand the meaning of softwares, operating system etc
3 Understanding the meaning and utility of database management system
4 Evaluate the various aspects of management information system
5 Generating more ideas regarding the use of internet for business purpose How to attach file using upload button Odoo 18
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In this slide, well discuss on how to attach file using upload button Odoo 18. Odoo features a dedicated model, 'ir.attachments,' designed for storing attachments submitted by end users. We can see the process of utilizing the 'ir.attachments' model to enable file uploads through web forms in this slide.FESTIVAL: SINULOG & THINGYAN-LESSON 4.pptx
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A powerpoint presentation on the short story Mate by Kate Greenville. This presentation provides information on Kate Greenville, a character list, plot summary and critical analysis of the short story.APM People Interest Network Conference - Oliver Randall & David Bovis - Own Y...
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Finding Credible Web Sources
- 1. Finding Credible Web ResourcesAdapted from an article by Ibutler on http://www.ehow.com
- 2. Databases, Databases, DatabasesWhat are they?Collections of articles on MANY topicsThink Google with a filterExamples: EBSCOHOST, Lexis-Nexis, JStorWhy use them?YOU PAY FOR THEM!The library uses your fees to help pay for subscriptions to databasesDisadvantage?The vast number of articles makes it hard to know which ones are credibleThe solution? See the next slide.
- 3. LOOK FOR "PEER-REVIEWED" ARTICLESA peer-reviewed (sometimes called "peer-juried" or "peer-refereed") article is one that was examined by many expert eyes before it was given the go-ahead to see the light of day.Within databases click a little box that says "peer-reviewed (if available) Check to see if library has hard copies of peer-reviewed journals
- 4. Primary Sources vs. Secondary SourcesPrimarySecondaryOriginal documentsJournals surveyseyewitness reportsworks of literatureinterviews. Personal experience is another high-quality, oft-overlooked source of primary material.personal and business websitesResponses to or analyses of original documentsUSE WITH CAUTION!
- 5. Whats in a Name?.edu.mil.org.gov.com.net.info
- 6. Watch Out For BiasWebsites can masquerade as impartial or authoritative sources when in fact they have a specific bias or agenda. Be a careful and critical reader, and don't let yourself get duped.
- 7. Know The AuthorTake an extra few seconds to Google the author of your source. Knowing about her publication record, her affiliation with organizations, and educational credentials will help you determine what her biases are and whether she's a respected expert in her field.