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(S,w)-Gap Shifts and Their Entropy
Get PDFThe S-gap shifts have a dynamically and combinatorially rich structure. Dynamical properties of the S-gap shift can be related to the properties of the set S. There is a well known formula for the entropy of an S-gap shift. Fix a point w of the full shift on {1,2,…,k}. We introduce the (S,w)-gap shift which is a generalization of the S-gap shift consisting of sequences over the alphabet {0,1,…,k} in which any two 0\u27s are separated by a word u appearing in w with length in S. We extend the formula for the entropy of the S-gap shift to a formula describing the entropy of this new class of shift spaces. Additionally, we investigate the dynamical properties including irreducibility and mixing of this generalization of the S-gap shift
The United States Effect on the Salvadoran Civil War and Immigration
Get PDFThis essay examines the Salvadoran Civil War and its effects on U.S. immigration
This is just a field trip, right? Enhancing STEM Engagement and Content Knowledge through Experiential Learning for HBCU Students in Texas
No full textThis study investigates the impact of a STEM field trip on engagement in STEM learning and interest in STEM among students at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in Texas. Using Kolb’s (1984) experiential learning model as a theoretical framework, the research explores how engaging, hands-on activities during the field trip enhance students\u27 content knowledge and interest in STEM. Data were collected from six students and two faculty members who participated in the field trip and completed pre- and post-trip questionnaires. The findings indicate that field trips are valuable for increasing content knowledge, fostering student engagement, and promoting interdisciplinary collaboration. Although the study\u27s sample size was limited, the positive outcomes suggest that incorporating more field trips could benefit HBCU students, especially those pursuing careers in STEM education. The study underscores the need for collaborative efforts among different academic departments to support experiential learning and enhance the recruitment and preparation of STEM teachers, ultimately contributing to a more diverse STEM workforce. Future research will aim to include a larger participant pool and secure increased faculty and administrative support to validate these findings