In this paper, the extended finite element method (XFEM) is employed to investigate the statics and vibration problems of cracked isotropic bars and beams. Three kinds of elements namely the standard, the blended and the enriched elements are utilized to discretize the structure and model cracks. Two techniques referred as the increase of the number of Gauss integration points and the rectangle...

With the rapid increase of using blended learning in higher education, the understanding of student experience in blended learning environment becomes significant. The aim of this research was to understand the learning experience of the undergraduate Accounting sub-degree students in a blended learning environment in Hong Kong. The research was conducted on a Management Accounting course of a ...

In order to construct a suitable scaffold for corneal cell culture and transplantation in vitro, different chitosan-chondroitin sulfate blended membranes were prepared and the properties of blended membranes were studied. Corneal stroma cells and corneal endothelial cells were seeded onto the blended membrane surface and the effects of the blended membranes on corneal cell attachment and metabo...

A blended autopilot algorithm is developed using generalized predictive control and adaptive non-singular terminal sliding mode control, for dual control missile steered by combination of aerodynamic fins and reaction jets. The blended algorithm considers the reaction jets control design prior due to its inherent control error, and then treats the aerodynamic fin control on the basis of the rea...

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE We investigated 2 methods of measuring MR imaging perfusion-diffusion mismatch to determine whether reliability is improved by direct measurement on a single, blended map. MATERIALS AND METHODS Image software was used for measurement of lesion volumes from diffusion-weighted images (DWI) and mean transit time (MTT) calculated from perfusion-weighted (PWI) images on 64 p...

In the paper we present our experience in implementation of Jigsaw collaborative method in e-learning environment Moodle. Section 2 deals with characteristics of “Jigsaw” teaching method. The functionalities and model of Jigsaw method in Moodle developed in e-Learning laboratory at the South West University, Bulgaria are presented in Section 3. Organization of blended learning course “Computer ...

Background: One of the main competencies required for enabling Nursing students to provide effective clinical care is spiritual health. The growth and development of nursing students’ spiritual health rely on strengthening their cognitive and metacognitive components. What is more associated with spirituality and spiritual health is students’ metacognition. This study aimed to investigate the e...

Students’ opinions about the degree of impact, status and socio-cognitive viability with the utilization of emerging three-dimensional (3D) computer-generated technologies may vary. Indisputably, 3D technology-enhanced environments have provided considerable benefits and affordances to the contemporary e-Education. In these circumstances virtual worlds (VWs) like Second Life (SL) have generally...