Michael Iles
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To deny the innate need for "CRITICAL THINKING", would be like trying to denial of "EXISTANCE".
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I would prefer to begin with definitions as what is considered as CRITICAL and what is considered as THINKING. The former is an analytical procedure whilst the latter represents te interaction of a series of innate agents that influence our decision process and the formation of our values. Cultural practices and adopted domestic values can have a significant...
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Hello all. I am from Brasil. So good to be here and to be sharing information with everyone.
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The multidisciplinary nature of anthropology demands that the true origin, beginnig or conceptualization of mankind be clarified and understood first. How was it at "CONCEPTUALIZATION", "ORIGIN" or "BEGINNING". With this clarified the next step would be understanding the atributes of dichotomy and how it came about. The justification for migratory patterns and...
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Quite...
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Thank you.
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Hello everyone...I am Michael and I currently reside in Rio de Janeiro, Brasil.
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My main question is..."What existential state prevailed first that favoured multiplication, expansion and prevalence of all things before the advent of Trauma???"
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Hello all...I am a Trans-cultural Missionary Pastor, Veterinary Medical Clinician and Surgeon here in Brasil. I am also the Presiding President of the Nucleus for Biblical Studies which is a non-profit organization which offer free discipleship courses for all who may be interested in knowing the scriptures. Pastoral Counseling an d Ministerial Orientation is...
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Challenging indeed.
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A very controversial topic indeed. I'm looking forward to this also. I wish you all the same for the "holiday season".
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Definitions are indispensable before ramifying.
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Challenging.
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Interesting.
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Educators facilitate learning. My understanding of the significance of the term "philosophy" is basically doing it the right way". This is subjective as the circumstances vary between environments. Nevertheless, after a few active years of "facilitating" one ends up with a methodology the functions and is worthy of being repeated. This automatically leads to...
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Philosophy in this contexto would mean learning how
tô do things the right way. The question is who has the final answer that ls Supremo -
I see the Facilitator as a conceptualizer, orienter and guide who considers the "whole picture" and not just a "separated detail". Included here are passed experiences with the subject, enlightenment through personal discovery with past students who might have read for the same course, pitfalls, and most of all the future impact. I am sure that there are other...
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Immediately I think of - Reflection, Auto-analysis and Appraisal. Nonetheless, such a vital approach would require a constant debriefing back-up or run the risk of "bias". Debriefing serves as a "counter weight" on the scale of evaluation where ate time "equity" becomes more important than "equilibrium". The Scale tilts in the opposite direction to our...
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I intend to elaborate and introduce a student-lecture-evaluation procedure where the student will evaluate the lecture as a whole. The questions will be closed rather than open ended, so to speak. The method of answering will be based on marking the squares. The summary of the answers could serve to pinpoint areas for improvement in teaching methodology. I'm...
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The interactive approach is indeed innovative for me and poses a challenge to make a radical change in my teaching methodology. Very interesting indeed.
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I guess that I arrived a little late....2023. I'm not sure whether my "bio" would generate links or comments.
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I guess that I arrived a little late....2023. I'm not sure whether my "bio" would generate links or comments.
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Excellent.
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Hello all and "Ola"....I am a Veterinary General Clinician and Surgeon, Trans-cultural Missionary Pastor, Discipleship Facilitator and Forensic Scientist. Currently, my ministry brings me to Brasil where and my lovely wife and partner currently reside. I am also the President of the Nucleus for Biblical Studies that represents the main focus of my ministry. I...
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Excelente course....
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The entre protocol that determines the sequence of a crime secene was breached. Once the infringement of standard investigative protocol begins at the crime scene there is a tendency to perpetuate other grave errors along the way. The effect is acumulative. In the end no one was accused and if there were the burden of proof presented would have been so...
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This is important as it pertains to the admissibility of the results of the relevant tests and the corresponding burden of proof.
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It's a start....
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Perhaps a "series" of courses pertinent to paradigm shifts available to "both sides" as it pertains to control and vigilance, rather than trying to understand what the other is doing and the inherent "pit falls", might bring the two areas together.
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This all depends whether an Expert Witness for the Prosecutor or the Defense. Does each Advocate present an Expert Witness? Are the analysis results conflicting? Are they the same despite differing analytical methodologies?
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As in all professions...paradigm shifts are indispensable...in the field of the Forensic Sciences the reality is no different. This course represents a paradigm shift for members of the Legal Profession. There already exist several courses that prepare the Expert Witness for the "court room". This is also a paradigm shift for the Forensic Scientist. However,...
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Consistent results in repeatability increases confidence.
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Without a doubt, the Expert Witness must provide foundational proof of competence that satisfies the prerequisites for being an Expert Witness. This is the crucial starting point.
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The foundation of the "exact sciences" is factual proof devoid of speculations, unfounded theories foregone conclusions, yet always making space for improvement. Once repeatability of the analyses provide the same results taking into consideration the "limitations" of the methodologies employed, the Expert Witness should be wary of aggressive interrogative...
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The Expert witness should always avoid being conclusive and never judgemental. The results of the relevant scientific analyses as they apply to the crime scene and the nature of evidence provided should be explained to the "trier of fact" in an intelligible form. The Expert Witness should always mention what are the confidence limits of the tests conducted and...
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The Forensic Scientist as an expert witness should be well versed in both the respective area of expertise and what is legally expected in the exercising of the profession. Professional Ethics stands out here as the foundation for all other functions.
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More factual than the autopsy report from the Forensic Pathologist.
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Frequency, distribution and incidence are three important determinants that are measured by statistical analysis in a fixed population. These determinants allow for the elaboration of a population (universe) profile with respect to the element that is being researched. No doubt, the lab analyses provides the scientific support necessary and serve to provide...
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One fact is quite evident....or resarch and development or the increased tendency to release or not find the criminal.
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The concept of "sample contamination" is closely linked to "chain of custody" at the crime scene, the interval between the crime scene and the arrival at the laboratory and during the process of analysis. Meticulous handling and documentation is indispensable so as to permit detailed backtracking if necessary once contamination is suspected.
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Very important.
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There is the issue of who selects and collects the samples of evidence for analysis and who is the technician that does the processing of the evidence collected. Being one and the same no doubt increases the risk of "bias" that originates in the act of recall. Maybe the two phases should be designed like a "double blind" experiment.
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I always examine the patient before looking at the "path lab" results so as not to "bias" my approach to clinical examination nor my diagnostic observations. There is a need to always bare in mind that we are dealing with a "fraction" of the burden of proof and not the whole. Objectivity predetermined by professional ethics which determines the awareness of...
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Degenerative.....
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Very important scientific considerations that could considerably influence a verdict outcome.
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Interesting.
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The results of any laboratory analysis is as good as the quality of the sample submitted....we now know that this represents just part of the whole gamut of procedures involved. It doesn't stop at the quality of sample submitted for analysis it goes on to the validation of the methodologies employed and the capacity to provide approved standard and...
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Fundamental
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The "Hierarchy of Propositions" represents and provides excellent parameters for the delimitation of the Expert Witness's scientific and ethical contribution to the burden of proof. Level three offense level proposition establishes that margin. This Hierarchy of Propositions also protects the ethics of the forensic profession from unscrupulous and unethical...
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Law enforcement considers DNA as the identifying "finger print". Without a doubt the degree of accuracy that is determined by the specific molecular profile of the non-coding regions and the STR's has crowned DNA profiling as a specific tool for crime scenes. This is an example of the future unwinding of "Locard's Principle"...I call it "The mark of Cain"....
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Very informative indeed.
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Is there a difference between twins.
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To master the technique requires constant practice. It does indeed make interpretation easier.
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Very well explained.
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Very important.
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The fundamental biological unit of the organism.
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Specific Antibody/Antigen tests are highly specific and type for certain protein signatures.
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Diagnostic tests "rule in" and also "rule out"...the latter also serves as evidence.
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Despite the diagnostic challenges that the presumptive and confirmatory tests offer, there is an advantage to be gained here with respect to false positives. Even though they may rule out the presence of the diagnostic substance, nonetheless the final results may serve as valid proof of malicious evidence tampering or attempts to alter the crime scene.
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Very important......
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Crime scene management is of paramount importance that begins with the "First Responder". Adherence to standard practice protocol helps to maintain a coherent and sequential investigative approach throughout the whole procedure. Undoubtedly the importance of technical competence cannot be overemphasized which includes the effective administrative dispensation...
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Challenging.
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There are serious flaws in the whole procedure...from treating the PM results as facts to the conclusions arrived at by Forensic Odontologist despite the poor quality of photographs taken. There is more scientific evidence disqualifying sole dependability of bite marks as a reliable determinant for the identification of an assailant. Nonetheless there is not...
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The importance of the Forensic Scientist as an Expert Witness stands out here.
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Deposition is a very important procedure thus the methodologies employed to validate evidence must be derived from approved scientific standards. Should the presentation of bite marks be totally excluded as a source of evidence once and for all or should it be granted a predetermined degree of validity as part of the burden of proof???? Why then do some...
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What about it's usefulness as trace evidence???
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The limitations may outweigh the capacity to be considered as a precise means of infractor identification, but continues tô make a constructive contribution tô the burden of proof.
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Basically the skin is our "external armour". Its many properties, from genetic constitution tô biomechanical make-up conferes on it the capacity tô resist extreme insults. Bite marks from certin other species with a greater biting force could result in the presentation of identifiable skin lesions. Deep dental puncture wounds could yield biological evidence...
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The ABFO No.2 Photomicrographic Bitemark Scale comes in useful as an added measurable parameter that could add a determined degree of confidence on the reliability of a bite-mark as proof of the presence of a specific perpetrator at a crime scene. The quality of Forensic Photographic Technique and the time of taking the relevant photos are all specific...
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ok
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ok
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Ok...will do.
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Excelente tipo. A giant step.
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It's like mapping out a "critical path analysis". finding the points of "conflict" could help with understanding student difficulty with using the intended "App". Maybe being a bit more dichotomous in the designing or mapping could make the App more agreeable to use. We do need to practice our mapping. The main objective is to guide the student and facilitate...
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Forensic photography introduces an added "dimension" tô the validity and admissability of evidence obtained through Forensic Odontology. The employment of forensic technology should be additive since despite the fact that each methodology measures different parameters. There is a detectable relationship between these methodologies that may provide additional...
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There seems tô bê more dificulties in establishing standardized scientific metodology rather than the validity of bite marks as specific evidence at a crime scene. The main issue here the fact that bite marks should always be considered as part of the burden of proof.
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There is still the degree of skin trauma that could provide trace evidence.
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Normal anatomical topographic positioning of the upper and lower portions of the teeth are very important. Teeth eruption and teeth loss could influence dental marking presentation that may serve as specific proof.
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There is need to bear in mind that this involves animal bite marks and puncture wounds.
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Forensic Odontology have been proven and continue tô demonstrate its merit as a tool for personal identification of both decedents and criminals. Recent bite mark impressions have permitted the harvesting of DNA useful for typing. Dental patterns or impressions that do not yield saliva could be compared tô existing dental record and Live impressions....
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Interaction between potential predisposing factors to myocardial infarction. The aethiopathogenesis of myocardial infarction presents a series of different yet at the same time integrated predisposing factors. An app of this nature would provide the student with a holistic approach to mechanisms of this insult thereby allowing for the introduction of two...
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The progressive nature of the type of dementia will no doubt influence the methods that should be applied. Close monitoring is the key and the detailed documentation of signs and symptoms as well as the response to therapy serve as criteria for altering and the introduction of new strategies. The situation is a dynamic one.
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The greatest diagnostic challenge is the recognition and classification of the neurological profile. The corresponding behavioural pattern will determine the supportive care that is necessary.
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Behaviour is an outward expression, in this context, of the organisms response to stimulii. Depending on the type of dementia the part of the brain involved could be suspected.
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This quite a variety of "innovative pedagogies". I'm not sure what is the justification for such a variety and what criteria determine the distinction between or among them. what are the predisposing elements that determine a particular use? Is one better than the other or is the availability of the type of technology available a determinant.
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I'm into "ANDRAGOGY".
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Maybe "Second Life" was not such a good idea...avatars and all that.... paves a way to the creation of fantasy which represents altered reality. The use of the "PERSONA" is as demanding as it is. At least the profile mapping of the persona does not allow the educator migrate to the absurd.
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Recent technologies always seek to outdo, out-date or undo existing ones. Complementary and supplementary technologies are hard to find, that is, if they exist. I guess this where our "economic dumping" comes from. There is an urgent need to re-focus on "PEOPLE". The introduction of new technologies bring with it the need for "re-learning" rather than...
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This mentality has "spilled" over to the medical profession. Doctors have now consecrated technology as substitutes rather than extensions and complementary support. There is nothing that can replace a good detailed clinical history of the patient. An eye-to-eye conversation as a manner of saying....tell me your story....help me to see your problem through...
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There is a need for a common denominator that we can use at the collective level. How could one be be designed to function at this level at this level.
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Tracing a PERSONA profile does indeed adds a "tailoring" prerequisite to course design. How does the educator obtain a "cross-section profile" of a "target population"?
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1 - Without a doubt, the daily demands of Miray's lifestyle would influence the time, degree of complexity, general layout and intended learning objectives of the MOOC's learning design.
2- Conflicting needs between and among learners will always exist especially when the universal nature of the MOOC is taken into consideration. The learning design should... -
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The title "Persona" in the "plural sense" would indicate the need to introduce "multiple personalities in the learning design. Should these personalities be an extension of a central "PERSONA"?? Should each personality being an individual onto itself and thereby manifest their own conflicts which be identifiable with the students perusing the said course???...
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It is very important for us to remain "student conscious" and "people focused" and to remember that technology is the educators extension and tool rather than our substitute or replacement.
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The initial declaration made earlier which refers to autopsy findings being non-factual speaks for itself. If a detailed medical examination such as autopsy cannot be considered as conclusive in it's revelations how much more reliable would be other examinations. Nonetheless, not from a pessimist's standpoint, the agglomeration of all sources of evidence...
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The presence of a pertinently qualified registered medical professional is indispensable in all criminal cases. The medical professional should present proof of having acquired the fundamental training approved by the relevant authorities that confers on this practitioner the legal prerogatives to conduct this relevant examination. The "Trier of Fact" and/or...
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The subject matter of my courses restricts me to focusing only on persons (pessoas - in Portuguese).
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There will be a need for us to redefine what is 'being interactive" in this context.
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This is very important, as there is a tendency to become a technology enthusiast rather than an educator. where do we draw the line? Being more interactive during presentations would be a good starting point...immediate feedback could bridge quite a few gaps.
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I can only chose that innovation with which I identify my choice for learning. Whether this will prevail would only be representative of my bias. Without a doubt the innovations use different methodologies by which some might claim to have benefited. The degree of difficulty of use is a very important determinant.
