To learn a semantic parser from denotations, a learning algorithm must search over a combinatorially large space of logical forms for ones consistent with the annotated denotations. We propose a new online learning algorithm that searches faster as training progresses. The two key ideas are using macro grammars to cache the abstract patterns of useful logical forms found thus far, and holistic ...

The potential and the powerful uses of concept maps as a learning tool is well exhibited in an inter-disciplinary subject like Geography, where integration of progressively developed concepts, incorporation of field experiences and data, and integration of location-specific applications of learned concepts lead to a holistic understanding of otherwise potentially segregated geographic processes...

This study used aptitude treatment interaction design to examine how feedback formats (specific vs. holistic) and executive thinking styles (high vs. low) affect web-based peer assessment. An Internet-based (anonymous) peer-assessment system was developed and used by 58 computer science students who submitted assignments for peer review. The results indicated that while students with high execu...

The development of holistic and analytic processing often studied in the visual domain was investigated in haptics. Children 3 to 9 years of age and adults had to categorize haptic exemplars that varied systematically in four attributes (size, shape, surface texture, and weight). The subjects could learn the categories either analytically--that is, by focusing on a single attribute--or holistic...

It has been suggested that an everyday preference for holistic and emotional thought is related to the ability to enter hypnosis, although research addressing the idea has often yielded inconsistent results. This study correlated hypnotic susceptibility, as measured by the Harvard Group Scale (Shor and Orne, 1962), with three measures of a holistic/emotional thinking style: the experiential sub...

The article intends to explore and estimate the possible pedagogical advantages and potential of cloud computing technology with aim to increase organizational level, availability and quality of ICT-based learning tools and resources. Holistic model of a specialist is proposed and the problems of development of a system of methodological and technological support for elaboration of cloud-based ...

This paper examines the role of knowledge management and organisational learning in quality management and organisational innovation, and proposes an integrative and holistic model of the Learning Approach to Quality and Innovation, incorporating relevant insights from each perspective. The cross-disciplinary model postulates a higher platform of competitive advantage based on creative quality ...

BACKGROUND Nurses have a moral obligation to ensure holistic care of patients, inclusive of the spiritual dimension. However, there seems to be a void in the teaching and learning of spiritual care in nursing curricula. Despite the South African Nursing Council being in favour of holistic nursing, there are no measures in place to ensure implementation of spiritual care, hence its practice is n...

The importance of accessibility to digital resources is now widely acknowledged. The W3C WAI has played a significant role in promoting the importance of accessibility and developing a framework for accessible Web resources. The accessibility of elearning provides additional challenges that may not be faced when providing access to other Web resources. The authors argue that there is a need for...