Open Education Resource for Text Books-Will it make a difference?

The $5 million budget offered for studying OER for people in college is one step in reducing costs. There are times when a single text book can cost over $200. That is not to say the authors don't deserve it but that the cost can be prohibitive to students. Amazon has a rental program that is also helpful that also is fairly expensive. I have two fundamental questions related to their potential usage as well as whether or not students can learn on their own.

Will OER be used?

That depends on whether or not professors actually assign these books. They are likely to be used by open access education but there is a stake professors have in some books that they have written. Sometimes they simply support their own researchers at the university or who support their viewpoints.

Can students learn on their own?

It is important to remember that university is based in knowledge they don't have a monopoly on knowledge. What they have a monopoly on is whether a person is certified to have that knowledge. It lends to the authentication that a person has gained certain knowledge. However, someone could theoretically read all these books on their own and have the same knowledge as the professor.

Routines that Help Stretch Muscles After Heavy Exercise

If you are engage in a heavy exercise program you will need to stretch your muscles and improve your overall balance. As our muscles grow they get tight and loosing them helps in overall flexibility, balance and general performance. The last thing you want to do is be so tight you start to rip muscles even when doing basic movements. One sign of total fitness not only includes muscle tone but also the ability to use those muscles at different flexible ranges.

This program has some stretching and balance that can be helpful.

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Detox vs Healthy Eating? Why Detox is Counterproductive for Weight Loss

Detox programs are popular in California and I know of people who are trying them. Of course there are programs out there that people have to pay for and this is one major motivator why some companies (and people) advocate for it. In most case they are just misinformed. There is very little difference between this and supplement companies that promote their products even when they are not healthy or helpful. What people don't realize is that there are dangers to using these programs and they are likely to gain even more weight when they are done.

They are unlikely to gain anything out of these detox programs and should focus on lifestyle and exercise changes.

What I have heard from people who have completed a detox program is that they often feel sick but do drop a few pounds; in their minds it is worth it! This includes weakness, fatigue, dizziness, and low energy. When they are done and begin to eat their normal routine again they usually gain the weight back because their metabolism has slowed. The same problem with all quick calorie restriction diets and this is why doctors no longer promote them without long term changes.

Unhealthy detox programs:

Serious calorie restriction, lack of nutrients, not eating well for days, with minimal protein and fiber. People who use these programs often have existing problems with weight and think this is a "magic" trick that leads to a quick solution. Unfortunately, they could cause themselves serious illness and sickness if they deprive their body of nutrients and blood sugars drop too low.  In some cases it can lead to malnutrition and even coma.

Why most weight loss programs like Weight Watchers have changed their program?

They no longer seek to radically limit your calorie intake but to instead teach you about healthy nutrition for lifestyle changes. In this case, they now have it right and are focused on eating proteins, vegetables, fiber, whole grains, and other foods that provides your body with natural nutrients it needs. Weight loss is a by product of a healthier lifestyle.

A healthy detox program:

If you are getting rid of bad fats, eating whole grains, protein, minimizing unnecessary carbohydrates your body doesn't currently need, and consuming lots of vegetables/fruits then "yes" this detox program will work. It isn't about calorie restriction. It is about eating healthy and could be maintained for a long time to improve health. Yet...this really isn't a detox program....it is a eating healthy program!

Of course you will need to check with your doctor as to whether any detox program beyond simply eating healthy will make a difference. More than likely they will give you some nutritional and exercise advice.There are lots of people selling all types of things that we don't need and yet 2/3rds of Americans are overweight and obese!

Philosophy Crash Course

I believe that philosophy is part of a persons development and depth of their thinking. Without understanding we can't have a true grasp of the nature of life or the sciences. While most people are focused on what they are going to have for supper, while there are others who think about the greater universe and its needs. For those who want a crash reading I would suggest the following book.

Philosophy Crash Course: An In-depth Overview of History's Great Thinkers by Paxton Casmiro

Its an easy read and offers an opportunity to get the "skinny" on each of the major philosophers to understand what is out there in terms of thought. While most philosophy books written by philosophy professors seek to create a perception of wisdom through big words and complex sentences this book is for the average person.

Philosophy helps us balance our place in life by helping us understand our place in the world and the nature of people and society. A question most of us struggle with in our lives even though we don't know the question. There is a reason why we attend spiritual events and get involved in causes in order to find purpose.

The Personal Attributes and Skill Needs of Marketing Graduates

Getting that degree and jumping into the next position may be difficult without the right kind of skills and personal attributes that appeal to employers. Higher education is partly about developing the whole person so they can be an active and engaged individuals in the workplace and society. Research helps us understand what employers are looking for from marketing graduates.

A study in the Journal of Marketing Intelligence & Planning help shed light on this issue.

Half of 250 employer recruitment profiles required a degree and 1/4 required a marketing degree (Wellman, 2010). However, experience was required. Skills needed were communications, interpersonal relationships, information and communications technology, planning, self‐management, decision making and problem solving. Personal attributes included creativity, responsibility, initiative, determination and confidence.

This study helps us understand that there are some skills that apply to many different types of areas. While marketing will teach you the specifics you need to function in your job most entry level positions will require that certain skills and personal attributes are developed. Employers are looking at the whole person. 

Wellman, N. (2010). The employability attributes required of new marketing graduates. Market Intelligence & Planning, 28 (7). 

Does Timing Meals and Fasting Work for Weightloss?

Does timing meals and fasting work? There is no conclusive answer yet and the jury is still out. There may be some benefits but no scientific results. Most of it has been from individuals who have tried it and claim they have lost weight.

How does it work?

Only eat during a 12 hour period and leave the other 12 hour period for not eating. It is believed that your body needs this time to adjust to not having food and without it we put our cicadian rhythm out of wack. We weren't designed to eat all the time. 

That we can agree with and it makes sense. 

However, the biggest benefit may simply be less calories being imputed into your body. Think about it. If you are eating when you feel hungry for 12 hours versus 18 hours that means you have less calories to burn off. 

This depends on your goals. 

If your hitting the gym and working out alot you would have to shove a lot of food in your mouth during that 12 hours to build muscle. However, if you are the average "Joe" who lives a sedentary life this may actually help out. 

You can read the article here. http://www.nola.com/health/index.ssf/2018/03/timing_your_meals_may_help_wit.html