Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum): In @WorldUnivAndSch "Revolutionizing Education with Machine Learning and AI" :#WorldUniversityInSchool & w ~200 #WUaSunivs re INCREDIBLE #ToolifyAIWUaS art.- https://www.toolify.ai/ai-news/revolutionizing-education-with-machine-learning-and-ai-2574306 >#IntroducingBlockTalk (#HarvardGSE) https://youtu.be/Pzb9riO5kiE #WUaScodes -https://scott-macleod.blogspot.com/2024/10/great-white-heron-national-wildlife.html ~ * * How to use #ScratchBlocks to move little #GPegman to #HarbinSprings' #GateHouse in #GStreetView & FURTHUR possibly w @brianyu28 ? + (again) * * * hope in Scott GK MacLeod's poetry + ? * * again, glad I sought US federal protection - re hope and that we have functioning American governments ... And that longevity genetic drug therapies are emerging which informs some of my thinking about hope further and regarding the bald cypress (Taxodium distichum) tree images below these days 🥰 💕❣️, Fondly, abolitionally, regards, Scotty


In @WorldUnivAndSch "Revolutionizing Education with Machine Learning and AI" :#WorldUniversityInSchool & w ~200 #WUaSunivs re INCREDIBLE #ToolifyAIWUaS art.-
https://www.toolify.ai/ai-news/revolutionizing-education-with-machine-learning-and-ai-2574306 >#IntroducingBlockTalk (#HarvardGSE) https://youtu.be/Pzb9riO5kiE #WUaScodes 
-https://scott-macleod.blogspot.com/2024/10/great-white-heron-national-wildlife.html ~

https://x.com/WorldUnivAndSch/status/1848714656182919207





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How to use #ScratchBlocks to move little #GPegman to #HarbinSprings' #GateHouse in #GStreetView & FURTHUR possibly w @brianyu28 ? +


These are new references in World Univ & Sch's wiki schools as of Tu Oct 22, 2024 - 

See: 

MacLeod, Scott GK. 2024. 

Brainstorming, how to use #ScratchBlocks to move little #GPegman to #HarbinSprings' #GateHouse in #GStreetView & FURTHUR possibly w @brianyu28 getting access from #PeterNorvig to #GSV, how could I GET PAST #InvisibleWall
https://www.google.com/maps/@38.7859764,-122.651938,3a,75y,341.91h,90t/data=!3m8!1e1!3m6!1s8oIujkhNbVoj1fL3eS7djw!2e0!5s20240501T000000!6shttps:%2F%2Fstreetviewpixels-pa.googleapis.com%2Fv1%2Fthumbnail%3Fcb_client%3Dmaps_sv.tactile%26w%3D900%26h%3D600%26pitch%3D0%26panoid%3D8oIujkhNbVoj1fL3eS7djw%26yaw%3D341.91!7i16384!8i8192?hl=en&coh=205410&entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAxNi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D >https://scratch.mit.edu/users/ScottWorldUnivAndSch/ to soak?


scratch.mit.edu - image on Twitter

https://x.com/scottmacleod/status/1847639113660297358

https://x.com/Q_YogaMacFlower/status/1847639380925518099

https://x.com/WorldUnivAndSch/status/1847639549297508592


Retweeting:  





Retweets -


With jpg pic 




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In @WorldUnivAndSch "Revolutionizing Education with Machine Learning and AI" :#WorldUniversityInSchool & w ~200 #WUaSunivs re INCREDIBLE #ToolifyAIWUaS art.-
https://www.toolify.ai/ai-news/revolutionizing-education-with-machine-learning-and-ai-2574306 >#IntroducingBlockTalk (#HarvardGSE) https://youtu.be/Pzb9riO5kiE #WUaScodes
-https://scott-macleod.blogspot.com/2024/10/great-white-heron-national-wildlife.html ~

https://x.com/WorldUnivAndSch/status/1848714656182919207

https://x.com/Q_YogaMacFlower/status/1848714929760600358

https://x.com/scottmacleod/status/1848714842598699049

https://x.com/TheOpenBand/status/1848715904147755327










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Norvig, Peter. 2024. [https://www.toolify.ai/ai-news/revolutionizing-education-with-machine-learning-and-ai-2574306 Revolutionizing Education with Machine Learning and AI]. (Updated on Mar 02,2024). Mountain View, CA: Toolify.ai - toolify.ai/ai-news/revolutionizing-education-with-machine-learning-and-ai-2574306.



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Haduong, Paulina. 2024. [https://youtu.be/Pzb9riO5kiE Introducing BlockTalk]. (See, too: https://scott-macleod.blogspot.com/2024/10/great-white-heron-national-wildlife.html). Cambridge, MA: Harvard Graduate School of Education - Creative Computing Lab.



Ross, Elizabeth. 2024. [https://www.gse.harvard.edu/ideas/usable-knowledge/24/10/how-generative-ai-can-support-professional-learning-teachers How Generative AI Can Support Professional Learning for Teachers: A new free online tool helps teachers practice creative problem-solving]. Cambridge, MA: Harvard Graduate School of Education -  gse.harvard.edu/ideas/usable-knowledge/24/10/how-generative-ai-can-support-professional-learning-teachers.



Welcome to BlockTalk!. 2024. [https://blocktalk.gse.harvard.edu/ Welcome to BlockTalk! - Conversational Simulations]. Cambridge, MA: Creative Computing Lab at the Harvard Graduate School of Education - blocktalk.gse.harvard.edu/.



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Added the following summary to the following WUaS Wiki Subjects regarding the above resources - 

Added Norvig's Revolutionizing Education with Machine Learning and AI: #WUaSunivs, Blocktalk Scratch programming AI, and virtual Harbin in G Street View potentially with Scratch resources +


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To

https://wiki.worlduniversityandschool.org/wiki/Machine_Learning

https://wiki.worlduniversityandschool.org/wiki/Dialogue

https://wiki.worlduniversityandschool.org/wiki/Programming

https://wiki.worlduniversityandschool.org/wiki/Computer_Science

https://wiki.worlduniversityandschool.org/wiki/Creativity

https://wiki.worlduniversityandschool.org/wiki/Education

https://wiki.worlduniversityandschool.org/wiki/Artificial_Intelligence

https://wiki.worlduniversityandschool.org/wiki/Proof_of_Educational_Information_Technologies%27_Effectiveness

https://wiki.worlduniversityandschool.org/wiki/STEM_Education_-_Science,_Technologies,_Engineering_and_Mathematics

https://wiki.worlduniversityandschool.org/wiki/Inspiration_in_learning_and_teaching

https://wiki.worlduniversityandschool.org/wiki/Theories_of_Learning



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hope in Scott GK MacLeod's poetry + ?


To the Dance or the Pools? ~ Virtually!: How different it is to soak at Harbin Hot Springs, than to realize it in virtual Reality

Scott GK MacLeod

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/50364484-to-the-dance-or-the-pools-virtually


AND 

Winding Road Rainbow: Harbin, Wandering & the Poetry of Loving Bliss

Scott GK MacLeod

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43456746-winding-road-rainbow



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Restorative Yoga ONLINE ?
Hope?
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Hope philosophically ?






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Philosophically, hope is a complex topic that has been discussed throughout history and is considered an important attitude that can motivate human agency, politics, and religious belief: 
 
Definition
The standard account of hope is that it's a desire for an outcome that's possible but not certain. 
 
Relationship to other attitudes
Hope's relationship to other attitudes, such as optimism, pessimism, fear, and despair, can be explained by the standard account. 
 
Role in society
Hope is crucial for a society built on freedom instead of fear. It can empower individuals to focus on achievable goals rather than pressing challenges. 
 
Evaluations of hope
Evaluations of hope change with the prevailing view of the relationship between human action and the future. 
 
Focus Theory of Hope
The Focus Theory of Hope explains how we can indirectly dismantle hopes for morally impermissible outcomes by exercising control over our hoping. 
 
Agent-relative probability threshold
The probability threshold for hope varies across people according to their psychological and social characteristics. 
 

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What is Hope philosophically ?

Hope: A Philosophical Exploration
Hope, a concept deeply ingrained in human experience, has been explored by philosophers throughout history. While its exact definition may vary, it generally refers to a positive expectation or desire for a particular outcome. Philosophically, hope can be understood as a fundamental human emotion, a virtue, or even a metaphysical concept.
Hope as a Human Emotion
 * A Balancing Force: Hope can serve as a counterbalance to despair and fear. It provides a sense of purpose and motivation, helping individuals to endure hardship and persevere in the face of adversity.
 * A Source of Resilience: Hope can strengthen resilience and adaptability, allowing individuals to bounce back from setbacks and challenges.
 * A Catalyst for Action: Hope can inspire individuals to take risks and pursue their goals, even when the outcome is uncertain.
Hope as a Virtue
 * A Moral Compass: Hope can be seen as a virtue that guides individuals towards positive and constructive actions. It encourages optimism, compassion, and a belief in the inherent goodness of humanity.
 * A Foundation for Community: Hope can foster a sense of connection and solidarity among individuals, promoting cooperation and mutual support.
Hope as a Metaphysical Concept
 * A Belief in a Higher Purpose: Some philosophers have argued that hope is rooted in a belief in a higher power or a cosmic purpose. This belief can provide a sense of meaning and transcendence, even in the face of suffering.
 * A Source of Inspiration: Hope can be a source of inspiration and creativity, motivating individuals to strive for a better future and to contribute to the betterment of society.
In conclusion, hope is a multifaceted concept with profound philosophical implications. It can be understood as a fundamental human emotion, a virtue, or a metaphysical belief. Whether viewed as a source of resilience, a moral compass, or a belief in a higher purpose, hope plays a vital role in shaping human experience and inspiring individuals to strive for a better future.
Would you like to explore any of these perspectives in more depth?





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agency and the desiderata 

The poem Desiderata by Max Ehrmann offers advice for living that can be applied to many aspects of life, including agency:
Be yourself: Don't let others define you, and be happy with who you are.
Be interested in your career: Keep your career current and ethical, and enjoy your achievements.
Be cautious in business: Exercise caution, but don't let it blind you to virtue.
Be gentle with yourself: Be kind to yourself, and don't distress yourself with dark thoughts.
Be at peace with God: Whatever you conceive God to be, be at peace with them.
Be cheerful: Strive to be happy, and keep peace in your soul. 

The poem Desiderata by Max Ehrmann offers advice for living that can be applied to many aspects of life, including agency:
  • Be yourself: Don't let others define you, and be happy with who you are.
  • Be interested in your career: Keep your career current and ethical, and enjoy your achievements.
  • Be cautious in business: Exercise caution, but don't let it blind you to virtue.
  • Be gentle with yourself: Be kind to yourself, and don't distress yourself with dark thoughts.
  • Be at peace with God: Whatever you conceive God to be, be at peace with them.
  • Be cheerful: Strive to be happy, and keep peace in your soul. 
Desiderata is an inspirational poem that offers common-sense advice for living. It became popular in California in the 1960s as a credo for living that affirmed the counterculture's philosophy of love and peace





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Hi Ma, Pin & Ed, again, glad I sought US federal protection for my mother, brother Sandy and myself - re hope and that we have functioning American governments ... And that longevity genetic drug therapies are emerging which informs some of my thinking about hope further and regarding the bald cypress (Taxodium distichum) tree images below these days 🥰 💕❣️, Fondly, abolitionally, regards, Scotty (http://scott-macleod.blogspot.com/2024/10/florida-mangroves.html?m=0) 


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Naked Harbin Ethnography ... as well? 

and even regarding beautiful naked women potentially?  



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Hi Pin! How are you doing with stress these days ? Exploring hope further ... Just added to a hope draft email for my blog today some ideas about hope  AND Naked Harbin Ethnography ... And even dome Pinterest messages I get ...  (And re also re the US federal govt staying in communication and networking with beautiful women models ... since some of them might have 'insider'  knowledge of international organized crime and country by country too :)  Thoughts? How are your stress levels these days, Pin ? It could be great to talk with you sometime further ... (and thanks for the sharing in high school  years ... re free speech and beautiful naked women as well, Pin ! ❣️, Scotty (http://scott-macleod.blogspot.com/search/label/nudity?m=0 and http://scott-macleod.blogspot.com/search/label/Harbin%20ethnography?m=0 AND http://scott-macleod.blogspot.com/search/label/clothing-optionalness?m=0 😊🙂💕)











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searched on oldest trees in the eastern USA? 
may be the bald cypress trees in North Carolina's Black River swamp (since the water might have protected them from disease, for one?)



Are there any bald cypress trees left in America that are over 2,000 years of age and where are they?

Yes, there are a few bald cypress trees in America that are over 2,000 years old! They are located in the Black River National Wildlife Refuge in North Carolina.
These ancient trees are some of the oldest living trees in North America. They have been standing tall for centuries, witnessing the rise and fall of civilizations. The oldest of these trees is estimated to be over 2,600 years old! 

The Black River National Wildlife Refuge is a great place to visit if you want to see these amazing trees. You can take a guided tour of the refuge and learn more about the history of these ancient trees.



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oldest trees in the eastern usa ?
bald cypress tree in North Carolina's Black River




The oldest tree in the eastern United States is a bald cypress tree in North Carolina's Black River: 
  • Age
    The tree is at least 2,624 years old, making it the fifth oldest living tree in the world. It's also the oldest known wetland tree species in the world. 
  • Location
    The tree is located in the Three Sisters' swamp in north Carolina 







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https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Taxodium_distichum

https://species.wikimedia.org/wiki/Taxodium_distichum



 



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Cypress trees have towered over the Three Sisters swamp in North Carolina’s Black River for more than 2,600 years. Photograph: Charlie Peek

Trees and forests

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The oldest tree in eastern US survived millennia – but rising seas could kill it

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A 2,624-year-old bald cypress could teach us how to fight climate change – if it doesn’t get destroyed first


https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/aug/01/oldest-tree-eastern-us-climate-crisis

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