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3 Famous Nurses Who’ve Made an Impact on Patient Care 

Most of us are diligent when it comes to handwashing, whether it’s after using the bathroom or before chopping veggies for dinner. Washing our hands can do wonders for sanitization, getting rid of all those pesky germs and bacteria and preventing them from spreading to surfaces and other people.  Funny thing, though—it wasn’t always like…

Education
The Role of Assistive Technology in Special Education 

Educators in the special education classroom use a range of strategies to ensure their students have the tools they need for success. From tried-and-true techniques like differentiated instruction to providing information in multiple modes—such as visual and auditory—teachers are constantly finding creative new ways to meet the diverse needs of their students.  As technology continues…

Psychology
What Is Cognitive Bias And How Does It Affect Our Lives? 

Did you know you experience cognitive bias daily? For example, what’s your favorite color? Let’s pretend it’s purple. Without even hesitating, you tell me as much. It’s been purple for as long as you can remember (even if you don’t recall exactly why).  That’s an example of cognitive bias, a pattern of thinking that occurs…

Humanities
The Art of Book-to-Movie Adaptations 

Whether you were spellbound by the cinematic world of ‘Harry Potter’ or terrified by the eerie corridors of ‘The Shining,’ you’ve likely experienced the unique thrill of watching a movie adaptation of a beloved novel.  If you’ve ever read the book before watching the film, you know the mixed emotions it can evoke. As avid…

General
So You Want to Make a Difference in the World  

Are you determined to make a difference in the world? If so, The University of Texas Permian Basin has an online program that can equip you to make your mark on countless lives. Our programs will prepare you to launch a career in a life-changing field, enable you to advance within an existing career, or…

Humanities
What Is the Role of Semantics in Natural Language Processing? 

Whether we’re aware of it or not, semantics is something we all use in our daily lives. It involves grasping the meaning of words, expressing emotions, and resolving ambiguous statements others make. For example, when your professor says your contributions to today’s discussion were “interesting,” you may wonder whether she was complimenting your input or…

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