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RESEARCH OFFICE REPORTThe Benefits of Animated Maps …Dr Amy Griffin, along with colleagues at Penn State University, University of South Carolina and University of Oregon in the U.S. recently submitted a paper to the Annals of the Association of American Geographers entitled: “A comparison of animated maps with static small multiple maps for visually identifying space-time clusters.” This paper won the Estelle Canning memorial prize for the best paper presented at the 33 rd Annual Conference of the Australian Map Circle in February 2005. Although animated maps are widely promoted as ideal vehicles for learning and scientific discovery, there has been little empirical work that demonstrates their relative effectiveness in relation to static alternatives. This work compared the effectiveness of animated with (static) small multiple maps, specifically in relation to map readers' ability to identify clusters that move over space and through time. In this study, the research group focused on several factors that might have an impact upon (or help explain) map readers' ability to correctly identify clusters. These factors included animation pace, cluster coherence, gender and the certainty of participants' answers. The researchers found that map readers identified more patterns correctly using the animated maps and that they answered more quickly using animated maps. They also found that pace and cluster coherence interacted so that different paces were more effective for identifying certain types of clusters (none vs. subtle vs. strong), and that there were some (unexpected) gender differences in the animated condition (males used the animated maps to correctly identify patterns more often than females). Other research by Green and Bavelier has demonstrated that both males and females develop their visual skills with practice, so one implication of this research is that we may need to develop additional training materials to help females practice using dynamic and animated maps. This study is one of a small number of controlled experiments directed to the relative advantages of animated and static maps. It provides the basis for further research that is needed to better understand the cognitive load involved in reading animated maps, to better describe and understand gender differences, and to investigate the efficacy of animated maps for other types of map reading tasks. Faculty Seminar: “Critical Infrastructure Protection - Allowing business leaders to make informed decisions about risk".On 2 August Mr. Michael (Mike) Rothery , Assistant Secretary Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Branch Australian Government Attorney General's Department, presented a most informative seminar focussing on Australian Government initiatives protecting Australia 's critical infrastructure, both physical and electronic. Mike first joined the Department of Defence in 1984, and his career has included work in counter terrorism policy & training, security investigations and protective security. Mike is a graduate of the University of Adelaide and the University of New England , and has received training at the School of Military Intelligence . This Seminar was an initiative of the School of Business , UNSW @ ADFA, and the Research Network for a Secure Australia (RNSA).
AUSTRALIAN NAVAL INSTITUTE ‘MARITIME AUSTRALIA AWARD'The Australian Naval Institute, in conjunction with the Centre for Maritime Policy at the University of Wollongong , is proud to announce the opening of the first selection process for the ‘Maritime Australia Award', sponsored by Booz Allen Hamilton Australia . The Award is in the form of a two year grant for research or development in a maritime activity. $12,000 each year will be made available to the winning project. The grant will be awarded to the most promising research or development proposal which will be judged by a committee of experts from the various fields of maritime endeavour, including science, maritime law and policy, defence, commerce, shipbuilding and maritime industry. The intent of the award is that it be available to the widest range of potential researchers and innovators rather than just one sphere of maritime endeavour. Applications open immediately and will close on 31 October this year. The first award will be announced at the Pacific 2006 Maritime Exposition in February 2006, with subsequent awards being announced at future Pacific Maritime Expositions. The detailed terms of the award are attached. Further details are available from the points of contact of the Australian Naval Institute and the Centre for Maritime Policy listed below. The institution of this award indicates the Australian Naval Institute's and the Centre for Maritime Policy's commitment to the encouragement and promotion of the advancement of knowledge related to the Navy and the maritime profession. The Australian Naval Institute and the Centre for Maritime Policy are extremely grateful to Booz Allen Hamilton Australia for making this award possible, demonstrating its own strong commitment to the advancement of Australia's maritime activities. Commodore James Goldrick, RAN Professor Martin Tsamenyi Staff BulletinsIf you have something you would like to contribute, please download and complete the submission form and email the information to newsletter@adfa.edu.au. Telephone System PamphletsThe new PABX Telephone System Pamphlets are available at the following web site: www.unsw.adfa.edu.au/phones Telephone helpdesk extn: 1999 Writing Fellow - Adrian Caesar at ADFA - 25 July to 19 AugustThe 2005 Writing Fellow at Canberra 's universities (UNSW@ADFA, ANU and the University of Canberra ) is Adrian Caesar. Adrian Caesar is the 2005 Writing Fellow at Canberra 's universities (UNSW@ADFA, ANU and the University of Canberra ). Formerly Associate Professor in English at UNSW at ADFA, he is the author of three books of poems (and a fourth due in February 2006), the prize-winning experiment in biography The White (1999) and several books of literary and cultural criticism. Adrian is based at the University of New South Wales at ADFA from 25 July to 19 August; at the ANU from 22 August to 2 September and 19 – 30 September; and at the University of Canberra from 3-28 October. He will discuss writing and publishing with students and staff at the three universities and will take part in a number of public readings, seminars and lectures. As well as giving lectures and seminars, Adrian Caesar will be available to discuss manuscripts and work-in-progress with budding authors. His telephone number at ADFA is 6268 8856. RECEPTION AND READING - 9 August A welcome reception for writer Adrian Caesar will be held at the ADFA Co-op Bookshop on Tuesday 9 August at 5.00 pm. Drinks and refreshments will be available and Adrian will read from his work. For catering purposes, please let Marilyn Anderson-Smith (tel: 6268 88938) or Denise Kay (tel: 6268 88676) know if you are coming. All welcome! ADFA Military Transport BookingsEffective immediately all transport bookings for the Military Theatre and Adams Hall are to be now submitted through Mrs Gillian McInnes on 6868 6189 or e-mail: gillian.mcinnes@defence.gov.au. Exhibition by Romany Steele - ADFA LibraryAll UNSW and ADFA staff, students and guests are warmly welcomed to view the exhibition of recent paintings by Romany Steele. The exhibition will be held from 21 July-20 August, 2005. All enquiries to Mr. Jeff Doyle on jeff.doyle@adfa.edu.au Teaching and Learning Committee WorkshopsDo you want to transform the way your students learn and change the culture of plagiarism? WORKSHOP 1: Assessment for Learning Thursday 18 August 1:00 to 4.30 pm (coffee/tea break included) IS Studio (CS154) , Level 1, Building 15, School of ITEE . “For most students, assessment requirements literally define the curriculum. Assessment is a potent strategic tool for educators with which to spell out the learning that will be rewarded and to guide students into effective approaches to study.” How can creative, targeted assessments -- and the feedback that goes with them -- contribute to our students' learning? How can we devise assessments that are not just a measure of what students have already learnt, but are trans/formative? The workshop will investigate ways to 'align' assessment with our teaching and learning objectives. Are we really assessing the process of student learning we want to encourage? Facilitators: Peter Looker (UNSW Learning and Teaching Unit) Linda Bowman (UNSW@ADFA) WORKSHOP 2: Assessment and Plagiarism Friday 19 August 9:00 to 12:00pm Lunch (provided) & Plenary Session 12.00- 12.40 pm Seminar Room (CS152) , Level 1, Building 15, School of ITEE This workshop includes an exploration of student plagiarism; establishing assessment criteria; and self and peer assessment. We will reflect on student plagiarism, look at case studies and discuss ways to minimize it with creative assessment techniques. We will c ons ider the potential for incorporating self and peer review into assessment strategies and design criteria for an assessment task. How effective are the plagiarism-busting systems? Facilitators: Clare Netherton (UNSW Learning and Teaching Unit) James Warn and Michael Frater (UNSW@ADFA) To register for the workshop, contact Anne Green ( a.green@adfa.edu.au or 02 6268 6189) by 12 August 2005. ADFA Open DayADFA will hold its annual Open Day in conjunction with the Canberra Teritery Open Day on Saturday 27 August 2005 between 9:00am and 4:00pm All staff are welcome to attend. For further information http://www.tertiaryopenday.com/ 2005 University Lecture - 1 SeptemberAll University and Military staff at ADFA are invited to attend the 2005 University Lecture to be held on 1 September. Title: Ethical Leadership Speaker: Reverend Tim Costello, AO Venue: Adams Hall, ADFA Time: 5.30pm Dress: Military Guests: POC: Rector's Office, UNSW@ADFA recoffice@adfa.edu.au back to top
BEYOND THE FRINGE NOTICEThe Players Company From the Publicity Co-ordinator Marya Glyn-Daniel Tel h/ 6288 3460 w/6251 2022 e:mglyn-daniel@coop-bookshop.com.au Dinner Theatre, Comedy Revue from the Masters live on stage Beyond the Fringe by Peter Cook, Dudley Moore, Alan Bennett and Jonathan Miller directed by Liz Bradley Laugh with Pete and Dud, Alan and Jon having fun with their comedy classics Man Bites Dog, One Leg Too Few, The English Way of Death, Take a Pew and many many more UCU presents The Players Company plus 3-course gourmet dinner Fri and Sat nights 26 Aug – 17 Sept at The Staff Club, The Hub, University of Canberra, Bruce. $55pp T:6201 2645 http://ucu.Canberra.edu.au/theatre ClassifiedsIf you have something you would like to contribute, please download and complete the submission form and email the information to newsletter@adfa.edu.au For SaleCamry CSI wagon 1998 model. Auto, air-conditioned, cd player, very well maintained, with log books. $10,000.00 ono. Phone 0404 091 491. Upcoming Events
Free Community LecturesSchool of Physical, Environmental and Mathematical Sciences SeminarsFriday 5 August at 11.10 am in P25, PEMS South (Building 26) Nakorn Suwuntanasarn For details go to http://www.unsw.adfa.edu.au/pems/news/phys_disc_sem.html Friday 12 August at 11.10 am in P25, PEMS South (Building 26) Nucleus Factory , a promotional video about research For details go to http://www.unsw.adfa.edu.au/pems/news/phys_disc_sem.html Asia Pacific Seminar Series (APSS) at UNSW@ADFAMonday, 8 August 200512:10-13:00 in Room SL1 (upstairs), Building 21 at UNSW@ADFA, Northcott Drive, Canberra. Pakistan as a Muslim State: Conflicting interpretations and Foreign Policy Orientations By Dr Samina Yasmeen, Political Science and International Relations, University of Western Australia
ABSTRACT As one of the most populous and strategically located countries, Pakistan has attracted increasing attention since the terrorist attacks of 11 September 2001. After years of supporting Taliban with a view to gaining 'strategic depth', the Pakistan Government has altered its foreign policy and is cooperating with the United States in the War on Terror. This has resulted in at least 500 members of Al-Qaeda being captured in the last four years. But the question arises if this shift corresponds with the change in ground realities within Pakistan. This, in turn, leads to a number of other questions: Have dominant sections in the society shifted from subscribing to orthodox views to more moderate approach to world politics? How have militant groups like Lashkar-e-Toiba and Jaish Mohammad reacting to the changes in Pakistan Government's foreign policy orientation? What implications can different views on Islam, state and foreign policy can have for regional and global stability? The seminar will attempt to answer these questions and place the discussion within the context of relative balance between orthodox, and moderate approaches to Islam globally and in South Asia. Website: http://idun.itsc.adfa.edu.au/SOE/indonesia/apss/apss.html Suggestions: The Asia-Pacific Seminar convenors welcome suggestions for seminar speakers and topics. Please contact 2005 convenors: Enquiries: Independent Scholars Association of Australia LectureThursday 11 August, 6pm, Theatre of the National Library of Australia Jon Stanhope, MLA, Chief Minister of the A.C.T, will speak on Indigenous Rights in the Post-ATSIC Era. He writes, ”Under cover of the erosion of human rights that has accompanied the 'war on terror', the loss of momentum in the journey to reconciliation has gone almost unnoticed. The abolition of ATSIC and its replacement by a hand-picked advisory committee bound to virtual silence, is one manifestation of the fundamental shift that has taken place in Indigenous affairs. Another is the flourishing of mutual obligation arrangements, whereby quite basic entitlements and infrastructure are tied to reciprocal obligations on the part of Indigenous communities.” * Bookings are essential: (02) 6262 1271. Enquiries: Ian Cowan, tel. (02) 6247 9751, Email: iancowan@webone.com.au back to top2005 University Lecture - 1 SeptemberAll University and Military staff at ADFA are invited to attend the 2005 University Lecture to be held on 1 September. Title: Ethical Leadership Speaker: Reverend Tim Costello, AO Venue: Adams Hall, ADFA Time: 5.30pm Dress: Military Guests: POC: Rector's Office, UNSW@ADFA recoffice@adfa.edu.au
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