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Biden plans to release nearly all available vaccine doses to speed inoculations
A pharmacist prepares a syringe of the Pfizer vaccine for COVID-19, Friday, Jan. 8, 2021, at Queen Anne Healthcare, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Seattle where residents and workers were vaccinated Friday. The facility had an outbreak of COVID-19 in May 2020 that resulted in more than 100 positive cases among staff and residents and the deaths of 20 residents and two staff members. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Published January 09. 2021 12:05AM | Updated January 09. 2021 11:23PM
Amy Goldstein, Laurie McGinley, Isaac Stanley-Becker and Fenit Nirappil, The Washington Post
WASHINGTON - President-elect Joe Biden plans to release nearly all available doses of the coronavirus vaccine once he takes office, seeking to speed up the sluggish start of a mass vaccination campaign as cases soar, hospitals are overwhelmed and a faster-spreading form of the virus has invaded the country.
The plan, announced Friday by the Biden transition team, pivots sharply from the Trump administration's strategy of holding in reserve roughly half the doses to ensure sufficient supply for people to get a required second shot.
Biden's plan is the most concrete signal to date of how he intends to reshape the federal role in the unprecedented campaign to vaccinate the nation and tamp down a devastating public health threat. It also places him squarely on one side of a heated dispute over the ethics and practicalities of accomplishing that goal.
"The president-elect believes we must accelerate distribution of the vaccine while continuing to ensure the Americans who need it most get it as soon as possible," a Biden transition spokesman, T.J. Ducklo, said in a statement. "He believes the government should stop holding back vaccine supply so we can get more shots in Americans' arms now."
Pfizer did not comment directly on Biden's intentions but issued a statement saying the company "is confident in our ability to deliver 200 million doses" to the federal government by July 31, under a recently expanded agreement. "We are committed to collaborating with the Biden administration on common-sense solutions to the challenges in vaccine distribution," the statement said.
The announcement came at the end of a grim week, with coronavirus infections, hospitalizations and deaths all reaching record highs. On Friday, new cases surpassed 300,000 for the first time, according to Washington Post tracking, and about 130,000 people were hospitalized. Deaths reported in a single day reached 4,027 on Thursday - the first time the number surpassed 4,000.
The pace of vaccinations amid those worsening numbers has concerned many health officials. As of Thursday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported, 21.4 million doses had been distributed throughout the country but only 6.6 million of those had been given to people. Federal health officials say the data is incomplete.
The Biden transition team declined to provide details of exactly how much it expects to improve the pace of vaccinations through the release of a much greater share of doses of the vaccines manufactured by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, both authorized last month on an emergency basis. Biden previously has set a goal of 100 million vaccinations within his first 100 days in office.
The dispute over whether to reserve doses stems from the fact that the coronavirus vaccines in use require a two-dose regimen to achieve full effectiveness, and the supplies being manufactured are finite and expected to ramp up gradually. To be fully effective, the Pfizer vaccine, the first one approved, requires people who are immunized to return 21 days after a first dose for a second shot, based on data from clinical trials. The Moderna vaccine requires a second dose at 28 days.
The colliding views on reserving doses boil down to a disagreement over how much trust to put in the reliability of the manufacturing of the two vaccines, which rely on a biotechnology never before used for a vaccine. One of the companies, Moderna, is new to vaccine-making.
While officials with the federal Operation Warp Speed vaccine effort have always described the decision to reserve second doses as a temporary strategy, they have not said when they planned to alter it.
A Biden transition official, speaking on the condition of anonymity to reveal greater detail than the public statement, said the Biden team has "faith in our manufacturers that they can produce enough vaccines to ensure people can get their second dose in a timely manner."
In addition, the official said, the incoming administration will, if necessary, make greater use of the Defense Production Act, a law that gives the government powers to step up manufacturing during wars and other emergencies.
Asked about his vaccine plan at the end of an event Friday in Wilmington, Del., Biden deflected the question, saying he plans to talk about it late next week.
According to Department of Health and Human Services data, Operation Warp Speed is allocating about 2 million Pfizer doses to be distributed next week, holding back an equal amount for second shots, and reserving about 156,000 doses as a safety reserve in case of theft or spoilage.
It is allocating nearly 6 million Moderna doses and holding back an equal amount for second shots next week, with more than 561,000 doses being held in safety reserve.
Vaccinations began in the second half of December, focused primarily on health-care workers and residents and staffers at nursing homes - groups most at risk from COVID-19, the illness caused by the virus that, as of Friday, had infected nearly 22 million people nationwide and killed more than 367,000.
The idea of releasing a greater share of vaccine doses has been embraced by a growing cadre of Democrats. Eight Democratic governors dispatched a letter Friday to HHS Secretary Alex Azar and Gustave Perna, chief operating officer for Operation Warp Speed, the Trump administration's arm created to develop and distribute vaccine in a hurry. The letter, obtained by The Post, says: "Our states and our residents need more vaccines now. This need is all the more urgent with the onset of the new variant of the virus."
But it is not entirely a partisan idea. At a meeting of the White House coronavirus task force Tuesday, some of the physician members suggested that the government was holding back too many doses, according to two individuals with direct knowledge of the conversation who spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss it.
Scott Gottlieb, a former Food and Drug Administration commissioner in the Trump administration and a board member for Pfizer, has also repeatedly said the administration is being needlessly conservative in withholding vaccine. He has said that Pfizer has not had manufacturing problems and that Operation Warp Speed can be confident a second dose will be available when needed.
"This is a crisis," Gottlieb said in discussing the pandemic on CBS's "Face the Nation" on Dec. 6. "We need to get as many vaccines in arms as possible, in my view, and that means pushing out all the available supply, or most of it. You might want to hold a little bit in reserve, but not much."
This view contrasts with those of many, but not all, of President Donald Trump's senior health officials, who maintain that reserves are essential while the manufacturing is relatively new. Otherwise, they have warned, some people would risk having that second dose delayed, or vaccines intended as initial doses might need to be diverted to be used as second doses for those who have received their initial shots.
In response to Biden's plan, Operation Warp Speed spokesman Michael Pratt said in a statement, "If President-Elect Biden is calling for the distribution of vaccines knowing that there would not be a second dose available, that decision is without science or data and is contrary to the ... approved label" from the FDA.
The FDA recently warned against extending the length of time between vaccine doses, cutting doses in half or using a single dose for a vaccine requiring two doses. Biden is not proposing any of those things. He is assuming that the companies will be able to produce second doses on time and planning for the federal government, if necessary, to take steps to ensure that.
State officials said they had not been consulted about Biden's plans.
Cara Christ, Arizona's top public health official, said whether to withhold second doses was not among the topics in a recent questionnaire sent to state officials by the transition team. She said she favored the change, telling reporters Friday that it "would allow us to expand our distribution greatly."
Christ said that the change would require her department to be more forward-looking in case supplies remain short but added that she expects manufacturing to expand.
Jennifer Dillaha, state epidemiologist in Arkansas, said releasing nearly all available doses and not keeping some in reserve would require the state to shift its plans. She said she could not be more specific, however, until she knows more details of Biden's plan. She added that the issue did not come up on a recent call with Biden advisers arranged by the National Governors Association.
Meanwhile, in Florida, authorities are investigating the death of a doctor 16 days after he received the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, but public health authorities have not established any link. They noted that unrelated deaths are inevitable after vaccine administration, given that millions are getting the shots.
The widow of Gregory Michael, an obstetrician-gynecologist in Miami Beach, suggested that his death Sunday after uncontrolled bleeding was a result of his vaccination about two weeks earlier. Darren Caprara, the director of operations at the Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner Department, said the office completed an autopsy Tuesday and sent samples to the CDC to try to determine whether his death was connected to the vaccine.
A Pfizer spokesman said the company is monitoring the death but does not believe it is related. The spokesman said the company is unaware of any similar cases.
The Washington Post's Lena H. Sun and Brittany Shammas contributed to this report.
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The Valkyria Chronicles 4 Trophy List for the PS4 and the Achievements for the Xbox One have been revealed.
Valkyria Chronicles 4 is the latest entry in the series but takes place at the same time as the original. The game released earlier this month on September 25, 2018 for PS4, Xbox One and PC.
Do note the list below has 7 Secret Trophies which may have Spoilers, read at your own discretion.
Below are the Xbox One achievements, essentially the same as the PS4 trophies from above.
Valkyria Chronicles 4 is available now on PC, PS4 and Xbox One.


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American Board of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (ABHPM) promotes excellence in the care of all patients with advanced, progressive illness through the development of standards for training and practice in palliative medicine.
American Hospice Foundation mission is to improve access to quality hospice care through public education, professional training and advocacy on behalf of consumers.
The EPEC Project mission is to educate all healthcare professionals on the essential clinical competencies in palliative care.
National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization mission is to lead and mobilize social change for improved care at the end of life.
Aging with Dignity provides practical information, advice and legal tools you need to ensure your wishes and those of your loved ones will be respected.
Hospice Net provides information and support to patients and families facing life-threatening illnesses.
Association for Death Education and Counseling (ADEC) is a professional organization dedicated to promoting excellence and recognizing diversity in death education, care of the dying, grief counseling and research in thanatology.
Family CareGiver Alliance serves as a public voice for,caregivers, illuminating the daily challenges they face, offering them the assistance they so desperately need and deserve and championing their cause through education, services, research and advocacy.
Completing a Life is an interactive Web site that invites patients and families to learn about the practical, emotional, spiritual and medical issues faced by those dealing with advanced illness. Contains personal videotaped stories.
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Most of the smart phone users are intended to use their phone for mobile banking. ABI research market report has announced that 50% of the smart phone users are planning to use their devices for the mobile banking. In its survey of 2000 consumer technology users, ABI said that half the responding users already or will soon use their phones for the mobile banking. Around 53% of users intend to use mobile banking on their phones.
Half the smart phone mobile users have accessed mobile banking from their phone in the last 30 days, a February research 2011 on mobile banking adaption and satisfaction has revealed. According to the report by the global banking and payments technology company FIS, it is said that 76% of the US mobile banking users are satisfied in 2011 and 16% in 2010. The satisfaction percentage is increasing more in the smart phone user as compared to the other mobile users.
Further, the study also says that 57% of the US smart phone consumers have expressed interest in doing remote deposit functionality. According to the FIS reports, many smart phone users are using mobile banking for the services like accessing accounts, paying bills, depositing checks and making purchases.


Fun safety games are definitely a must have for organizations which aim to have a safe, amicable and a healthy working environment. Running, morphing, diving, flying, traveling through portals, swapping perspectives, etc., can be great ideas for such dreams. Never teach the dog too many commands simultaneously. The required credentials by CISSP are successful completion of CISSP exam and 4 years experience in information security or 3 years plus a bachelor degree. It requires your mind to become one with the pendulum. Some workers may use the high-width technologies provided by their companies such as streaming media, audio and video conferencing, etc. They are quick learners and prove to be a good guard dogs. Otherwise, your backbend too will be a restricted one. So, do not get disappointed if others perform quicker.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Securitys Federal Emergency Management Agency, Region VII office, announced that participants will include Exelon Generation Co., along with the states, and Clinton and Scott counties in Iowa and Rock Island and Whiteside counties in Illinois. The routine exercise will test the abilities of the participants to protect the health and safety of the public living and working near the Cordova generating station. The exercise is a biennial requirement to determine the adequacy of the state and local radiological emergency preparedness and response plans. http://gabriellarusselldesign.denaliinstitute.org/2016/11/02/some-information-on-real-world-secrets-of-interviewThe exercise will be observed and evaluated by personnel from FEMA Region VII Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program, FEMA Region V and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. A public meeting will be two days later to describe and explain the full-scale response exercise process. Since an evaluation of the full-scale response exercise will take months, the preliminary findings will be limited in scope. The public is invited to a meeting at 11 a.m. Friday at the Quad-Cities Generating Station's Training Room 107, 206th Ave.
Trump didnt chafe at that characterization of his transition team. Everybodys a lobbyist down there, he said, referring to Washington. Thats the problem with the system the system. Right now, were going to clean it up. Were having restrictions on foreign money coming in, were going to put on term limits, which a lot of people arent happy about, but were putting on term limits. http://www.buffalos-rufc.com/consultantinterviewprep/2016/11/10/a-breakdown-of-no-fuss-consultant-plans/Were doing a lot of things to clean up the system. But everybody that works for government, they then leave government and they become a lobbyist, essentially. I mean, the whole place is one big lobbyist, Trump said. He said relying on those lobbyists now while planning to eliminate them later is no contradiction. Im saying that they know the system right now, but were going to phase that out.


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Le canton d'Auzon est une ancienne division administrative française, située dans le département de la Haute-Loire en région Auvergne.Toutes ses communes sont membres de la Communauté de communes Auzon Communauté.

Composition
Le canton d'Auzon groupait douze communes :

Histoire

Conseillers généraux de 1833 à 2015
Le canton a été supprimé en mars 2015 à la suite du redécoupage des cantons du département et les douze communes sont rattachées au canton de Sainte-Florine dont Sainte-Florine est le bureau centralisateur.

Conseillers d'arrondissement (de 1833 à 1940)

Démographie

Notes et références

Voir aussi

Articles connexes
 Liste des cantons de la Haute-Loire
 Liste des communes de la Haute-Loire

Liens externes
 Résultats des élections cantonales 2004

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Community rooms in Poole Libraries can be hired for one-off events or for regular events and the main areas in all our libraries can be hired when the library is closed.
Equipment is available to hire for a small charge, and facilities for light refreshments are also available. Each library has WiFi.
At Poole Central Library, situated conveniently in the Dolphin Centre, the conference room space is flexible and can be set out in a variety of layouts such as boardroom, theatre, or classroom styles.
Charges are for each morning, afternoon or evening session.
If you are interested in hiring space in a Poole Library please email libraries@poole.gov.uk or phone 01202 262424.
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Q: PHP regexp to create new image Hello I have a string which contains post text and base64 png emoticons wrapped between [img] and [/img]. for example:
text wfor the post [img]smile1 base64[/img] some cointinous text [img]smile 2 base64[/img] some other text.

How to regexp this to get
text wfor the post  some cointinous text  some other text.

A: Assuming you will never have [img] inside of other [img]s. You could use something like:
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and replace it with:

https://regex101.com/r/JHd88i/1/
$1 will contain smile other stuff.
or per your description in the comments:
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then replace with:

https://regex101.com/r/JHd88i/3/
PHP Demo: https://eval.in/810430
PHP Usage:
preg_replace('/\[img\](.+?)\[\/img\]/',
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A: You could use a preg_replace_callback function where you can refer to a variable of the matched text, and use that in the replacement.
Regular expression: /\[img\]smile[\s\S]*?\[\/img\]/i
Beware to escape the special characters with a \. Using the i (case insensitive).
https://regex101.com/ is a great resource for testing the regexes.

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Fair Oak require a maximum 36 points to seal the Southern Premier League Division 3 title – but they could more or less wrap it up with a victory over second placed South Wilts II at Bemerton, 12.30.
Beaten only once in 13 outings, Oaks enjoy a hefty 55-point lead over South Wilts – the Salisbury club being anxious to bounce back after last season's relegation.
They are vying with Bashley (Rydal) II and Purbrook for the probable runners-up promotion spot.
Oaks miss hard hitting all-rounder Gregor McKenzie, but South Wilts expect to have experienced MCC spinner Rob Franklin back from first team duty and teenager Jack Stearman, pictured, brimming with confidence after scoring an unbeaten 122 for Wiltshire Under-17s against Dorset in midweek.
Fair Oak: Hughes, Gradwell, Kemp, Smith, Abbas, Hockenhull, Bullough, Featherstone, Gwynn, Oxley, Stewart.
Bashley (Rydal), whose promotion prospects took a dip with a shock defeat at Lymington last week, have skipper Ross Grierson back at the helm when mid-table Hambledon visit the BCG.
Grierson has played in Bashley's last six ECB Premier Division matches, taking a career-best 7-37 in late June, a spell which knocked Havant out of the title race.
Also back in the seconds, as they look to push their own promotion aspirations, are Phil Morris and Mitch Wilson.
Bashley (Rydal) II: Grierson, S Ridley, Tom O Sullivan, Underwood, P Morris, S Morris, M Wilson, Mike O Sullivan, Eede, Gates, Mills.
Purbrook, who are hot on the tails of South Wilts and Bashley (Rydal), visit Portsmouth & Southsea, aiming to avenge the 175-run defeat their hosts handed out at The Heath earlier this season.
Lymington's win over Bashley last week has created unease at the bottom, where the gap is now closed between Fawley, Gosport Borough and Havant II.
It's Survival Saturday as the bottom four square up, with Fawley hosting Lymington at Holbury, and Gosport Borough visiting Havant Park.
Fourth from bottom Gosport, nine points clear of the drop zone, are boosted by the return of Lee Harrop, teenage spin all-rounder Jack Richards and Craig Stares at Havant.
Kieran Earl is back for Fawley, but Lymington beef up their batting resources with Drew Robinson's return.
Fawley: C Earl, A Parratt, Munir, Smith, K. Earl, Bryers, Khajit Sharma, B Parratt, Crossley, Freeman, Kumo Sharma.
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Faculty of Higher Education Student Handbook 2021 - Holmes ...
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Faculty of Higher Education
1.     Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 5
1.1     Welcome from the Executive Dean ........................................................................... 5
1.2     Welcome to the Faculty of Higher Education ............................................................ 6
1.3     Student Charter .......................................................................................................... 6
1.4     Who's Who at Holmes Institute? ............................................................................... 8
1.5     Student Support Services at Holmes Institute .......................................................... 9
1.5.1       Contact Details...................................................................................................... 9
1.5.2       Who to Contact? ................................................................................................... 9
1.5.3        Holmes Institute Student Webmail ................................................................... 10
1.5.4       Holmes Institute Blackboard .............................................................................. 10
1.6     Academic Calendar ................................................................................................... 11
2.     Teaching and Learning at Holmes Institute ..................................................................... 12
2.1     Unit Enrolment ......................................................................................................... 12
2.1.1       Regular/Standard Enrolment.............................................................................. 12
2.1.2       Irregular Enrolment ............................................................................................ 12
2.1.2.1 Study Overload ................................................................................................... 12
2.2     Unit Outlines ............................................................................................................. 13
2.3     Textbooks and Reading Materials ........................................................................... 14
2.4     Teaching Approaches ............................................................................................... 14
2.4.1       Lectures .............................................................................................................. 14
2.4.2       Tutorials .............................................................................................................. 14
2.5     Holmes Institute Class Etiquette .............................................................................. 15
2.6     Student Attendance.................................................................................................. 15
2.7     Academic Support and Workshops .......................................................................... 16
2.7.1       Academic Support and Mentoring Program at Holmes Institute....................... 16
2.7.2       Academic Support Program at Holmes Institute ................................................ 17
2.7.3       Academic Guidance ............................................................................................ 17
2.7.4       Monitoring Course Progress ............................................................................... 17
2.7.5       Academic Intervention ....................................................................................... 17
3.     Student Assessments ....................................................................................................... 18
3.1     Unit Requirements ................................................................................................... 18
3.2     Student Participation, In-Class and e-Learning Activities ....................................... 18
3.3     Assignment Submission............................................................................................ 19
Faculty of Higher Education Student Handbook 2021                                                                                2
3.4     Class Presentations ................................................................................................... 20
3.5     Tests and Final Examinations ................................................................................... 20
3.6     Assessment Feedback and Grades ........................................................................... 22
3.7     Standard Grading System and Distribution ............................................................. 22
4.     Faculty of Higher Education Study Skills .......................................................................... 24
4.1     Guide to Academic Referencing ............................................................................... 24
4.1.1       Referencing Style ................................................................................................ 24
4.1.2       In-text citations ................................................................................................... 24
4.1.3       Reference List ..................................................................................................... 25
4.1.4       Books .................................................................................................................. 25
4.1.5       Articles from journals found in library databases .............................................. 25
4.1.6       Information from the web .................................................................................. 25
4.2     Legal Referencing...................................................................................................... 28
4.2.1       Legal Citation ...................................................................................................... 28
4.2.2       Citing Case Law ................................................................................................... 28
4.2.3       Citing Legislation ................................................................................................. 28
4.3     Guide to Academic Integrity .................................................................................... 30
4.3.1       Cheating .............................................................................................................. 30
4.3.2       Plagiarism............................................................................................................ 30
4.3.3       Consequences of Academic Misconduct ............................................................ 31
5.     Student Feedback ............................................................................................................ 31
5.1     Student Evaluation of Teaching (SETS) .................................................................... 31
5.2     Graduate Destination (GDS) and Course Experience Questionnaires (CEQ) .......... 31
5.3     Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) ............................................... 32
6.     Graduation and Alumni.................................................................................................... 33
6.1     Graduation Ceremony .............................................................................................. 33
6.2     Faculty of Higher Education Alumni ........................................................................ 34
6.3     Faculty of Higher Education Graduate Scholarship Program .................................. 34
Some Useful Services ............................................................................................................... 35
This Handbook contains vital information for all prospective and current students regarding
studying at Holmes Institute. The Student Handbook contains important information on
students' enrolment, assessments including examinations, grading system and graduation as
well as details on support and assistance available to students during their studies.
Information in this handbook was correct at time of publication, and is subject to change.
Holmes Institute reserves the right to amend or modify contents of the Handbook and will
endeavour to effectively communicate changes to students as they occur.
Faculty of Higher Education Student Handbook 2021                                        4
1.    Introduction
1.1   Welcome from the Executive Dean
Welcome to the innovative Undergraduate and Postgraduate degrees offered by Holmes
Institute. You are joining a special group of students that have come before you. You will
continue to set the standards for those following in your footsteps, and a rapidly growing
number of our Holmes Institute alumni.
Holmes Institute has an enviable reputation for excellence in Higher Education. Our academic
and administrative team is dedicated to deliver personalised support and guidance to each
student following our motto to INSPIRE – ACHIEVE – ENGAGE.
As the Executive Dean, I have been personally involved in the development of the
contemporary degree courses at Holmes Institute from the initial planning stage until now.
Committed to continuous improvement, we evaluate outcomes based on student and
industry feedback on a regular basis. As part thereof I visit all campuses each trimester, where
I meet with individual students to discuss any matters related to their studies.
At Holmes Institute, we are determined to maintain the highest standards of university
equivalence in all courses on all our campuses. All faculty members are highly qualified and
engage in scholarly, creative and/or professional activities that are of benefit to our students
as well as the wider community.
I welcome you to Holmes Institute and wish you well with your studies. In partnership we can
achieve rewarding results. Let hard work and not good fortune be the major factor in
determining the learning outcomes of this, your very own journey! Thank you for your
decision to join Holmes Institute.
Professor Paul A Ryder, BA (Hons.), PHD (UQ), FAIM, FANZAM
Executive Dean, Holmes Institute
Faculty of Higher Education Student Handbook 2021                                             5
1.2   Welcome to the Faculty of Higher Education
Holmes Institute Faculty of Higher Education offers business and information systems courses
that combine discipline-based excellence with practical application. Holmes Institute
operates on campuses in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and the Gold Coast and offers the
following degrees:
❖    Bachelor of Business
❖    Bachelor of Professional Accounting
❖    Bachelor of Information Systems
❖    Bachelor of Fashion Business
❖    Graduate Diploma in Business
❖    Master of Business Administration
❖    Master of Information Systems
❖    Master of Professional Accounting
Details about the members of the faculty can be found on the faculty's home page at
www.holmes.edu.au.
The Degree programs of Holmes Institute focus on:
❖    Lifelong Learning
❖    Communication Skills
❖    Critical Thinking,
❖    Ethics and Social Responsibility
❖    Community Engagement
❖    Digital Literacy
❖    Cultural Competency
❖    Teamwork
1.3   Student Charter
The Student Charter helps you to perform your best by stating what you can expect as a
Holmes Student and what we expect of you.
Holmes responsibilities:
1.   Provide teaching practices that facilitate engagement and communication
between students, their peers and lecturers, and the ongoing development of the
Holmes Graduate Attributes;
2.   Treat students with respect and take seriously the time and financial
commitments made by students to undertake study.
3.   Provide a safe, supportive and sustainable environment that challenges and
empowers students.
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4.    Recognise, celebrate and support the diversity of students and staff on each
5.    Reject discrimination and harassment.
6.    Expect and model academic integrity and honesty.
7.    Provide all relevant information to inform students' selection of programs.
8.    Maintain effective systems of communication with students and provide timely
and accurate information about students' progress, programs and services.
9.    Reflect on our practice, respond to feedback and continually improve the services
and experience Holmes delivers to students.
10.   Address problems and complaints fairly and promptly.
11.   Support student organisations and include student voices in decision making.
12.   Champion independent thought, freedom of speech and free intellectual enquiry.
Student responsibilities:
1.    Be fully committed to your own learning, the decision you take in relation to it,
and the challenges involved.
2.    Work with honesty and integrity.
3.    Give and receive feedback about your experiences and participate in continuous
improvement processes.
4.    Treat all members of the Holmes community with respect.
5.    Be aware of and uphold their responsibilities following Holmes' policies and
procedures.
6.    Value the diversity of students and staff.
8.    Champion independent thought.
9.    Respect Holmes' facilities and resources, relevant policies and follow safety and
security advice.
10.   Provide up to date, accurate and timely student information when required.
11.   Accept responsibility for decisions made about courses and program choices.
1.4   Who's Who at Holmes Institute?
FACULTY OF HIGHER EDUCATION – ALL CAMPUSES
Professor Paul        Dr Anja Michaela   Professor Paul    Professor Peter     Professor David
Ryder                 Fladrich           Hawking           Schmidt             Robinson
Executive Dean        Dean, Operations   Dean, Academic    Chair of Academic   MBA Course
Board               Convenor
Amir Gholami          Dr Anh Le          Andre Houang      Assoc. Professor    Mark Walsh
MPA Course            Associate Dean,    BPA Course        Paul Darbyshire     BFB
Convenor              Operations, BBus   Convenor          BIS and MIS         Coordinator
Convenor                             Convenor
Paul Williams    Gillian Urquhart-
Manager Learning Simms
Technologies     Manager Student
CORE FACULTY – ALL CAMPUSES
Dr Lucy Ferdous   Dr Hani Alagha         Dr Phuong Duong   Dr Mohamed Elyas    Dr Shuiyin Liu
Senior Lecturer,  Senior Lecturer        Senior Lecturer   Lecturer            Lecturer
Auditing          Accounting             Finance           Information         Information
Systems             Systems
Dr Khokan Bepari      Dr Mahmoud         Dr Sudarshan      Ms Katherine Joy    Dr Osama
Senior Lecturer       Moussa             Chalise           Vega                Dandash
Accounting            Lecturer           Lecturer          Lecturer            Lecturer
Management         Management        Accounting          Information
Dr Ronald             Mr Jonathan        Dr Lusiana        Dr Lucy Ferdous     Dr Nirosshani
Muchelo               Temporal           Kanainabogi       Senior Lecturer     Kumari
Lecturer Statistics   Lecturer Law       Lecturer          Auditing,           Senior Lecturer
Accounting        Accounting          Finance,
Dr Afrooz Purar       Dr Ronald          Iral Scholten-    Dr Habib Ur-        Dr Shikha
Lecturer              Wakyereza          Castillo          Rehman              Luchmun
Information           Lecturer           Lecturer          Senior Lecturer     Lecturer
Systems               Economics          Marketing         Accounting          Management &
Intl. Business
CORE ADMINISTRATION – ALL CAMPUSES
MELBOURNE       SYDNEY           BRISBANE                  GOLD COAST
David Mustafa   Rob Relton       Terry Malone              Bailey Eder
Campus Director Campus Director Campus Director            Campus Director
Please note: Should you wish to contact any of the Holmes staff members via email, please
only use your Holmes student email account. Emails from personal email addresses may be
filtered and blocked and not reach the intended recipient. For your student Webmail, please
see 1.5.3 Holmes Institute Student Webmail. All faculty and staff are available for students in
person during their published student consultation hours. These are available on Blackboard
and also on display at each campus.
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1.5      Student Support Services at Holmes Institute
All staff at Holmes Institute are committed to assisting you to make your study a rewarding
experience. If you require any assistance with your personal or academic needs, make an
appointment to see the Campus Director or Academic Support Officer on your campus. Our
staff can assist you in accessing the help you need. Student support services offered by
Holmes Institute staff is provided at no additional cost to students. NOTE: Students are
obliged to provide us with their current address, contact details and emergency contact
1.5.1 Contact Details
MELBOURNE                 SYDNEY                  BRISBANE                 GOLD COAST
Address         185 Spring St             91 York St              1/171 Elizabeth St       Level 2, Circle on Cavill,
Melbourne VIC 3000        Sydney NSW 2000         Brisbane QLD 4000        3184 Surfers Paradise
Blvd, Surfers Paradise
Phone           03 9662 2055              02 9299 1400            07 3211 4188             07 5592 5477
Email           melbourne@holmes.edu.au   sydney@holmes.edu.au    brisbane@holmes.edu.au   goldcoast@holmes.edu.au
International   Mr David Mustafa:         Mr Rob Relton           Mr Terry Malone          Mr Bailey Eder
Student         Campus Director           Campus Director         Campus Director          Campus Director
Email:                    Email:                  Email:                   Email:
dmustafa@holmes.edu.au    rrelton@holmes.edu.au   tmalone@holmes.edu.au    beder@holmes.edu.au
24 Hour         03 7002 3399
1.5.2 Who to Contact?
Studying in higher education presents many experiences and challenges. These might involve
academic, personal and/or professional issues. At Holmes Institute, we have a range of people
who can help you with various challenges on every campus. The following table identifies
contact points should you require any support.
SUPPORT REQUIRED                              WHO TO CONTACT
Academic Probation / Mentoring                Academic Mentors
Accommodation                                 Holmes Institute Home Stay
Blackboard Online Learning                    BBhelpdesk@holmes.edu.au
Special and Disability Needs                  Campus Directors
Employment and Careers                        Dean Operations
Enrolment - online                            lunahelpdesk@holmes.edu.au
Enrolment - at campus                         Student Services Department
Examinations (general questions)              Hello@Holmes.edu.au
Financial Issues                              Campus Director
IT, Computers, Student Webmail                IThelpdesk@holmes.edu.au
LUNA                                          lunahelpdesk@holmes.edu.au
Personal Issues                               Student Engagement Officer, Academic Support Officers
ProQuest Database                             Librarian on each campus
Study Skills                                  Student Engagement and Support Team
Visa Issues, CoEs etc.                        Hello@Holmes.edu.au
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1.5.3 Holmes Institute Student Webmail
As a student enrolled in Holmes Institute Faculty of Higher Education, you have been assigned
a unique email address (Holmes Student Webmail) and a computer account to log onto
Holmes IT facilities including Local Area and Wireless Networks on each campus. Students are
required to use only this email address to communicate with Holmes staff.
Once enrolled, your account and email address will be created automatically. You will be given
instructions on how to log on to Holmes computers available in labs and the Resource Centre
with the initial passwords and how to access your email. More information can be obtained
from the IT Office. Your Holmes Institute email address is of the following format:
@MY.Holmes.edu.au
You can access your cloud based email at Microsoft Office 365 portal from any internet
connected computer either from within the campus or from outside. The Web Address for
the portal is: https://portal.office.com
Please use your full email address and i.e. @MY.Holmes.edu.au and your
password to gain access to your student emails.
As soon as you enter your full email address, the branding on
the Office 365 portal page will change to reflect
1.5.4 Holmes Institute Blackboard
As a student enrolled in Holmes Institute, you will also have access to the Learning
Management System called Blackboard. As your online learning platform, Blackboard allows
you to access your course learning materials, submit assessments, view your assessment
results, view unit-specific as well as general announcement related to your studies at Holmes
Institute. You will also have access to the forms you may need during your course of study
when requesting such as reducing/increasing your study load, extending your course, special
consideration etc. It is recommended, and expected, that you login and use Blackboard
frequently.
To login to Blackboard, simply go to the Holmes website at www.holmes.edu.au, and click on
the student login tab. Alternatively, you can also access Blackboard directly via
https://holmes.blackboard.com/.
❖     Your Blackboard username is your student ID, e.g. ABC1000.
❖     Your Blackboard password is your date of birth, i.e. 15/01/1998
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1.6    Academic Calendar
2021                       Trimester 1
15 – 19 Mar 2021           Orientation Week (New Students only)
05 Mar 2021                Last date for fees payment (continuing students only)
22 Mar 2021                Trimester 1 Lectures begin
26 - 28 Mar 2021           Trimester 3.2020 supplementary and deferred assessments
12 Apr 2021                Census Date*
12 June 2021               Trimester 1 Lectures end
16 – 26 June 2021          Final Assessment Week
26 June 2021               Trimester 1 ends
12 July 2021               Publication of results
26 June – 12 July 2021     Holidays
12 – 16 July 2021          Orientation Week (New Students only)
02 July 2021               Last date for fees payment (continuing students only)
19 July 2021               Trimester 2 Lectures begin
23 - 25 July 2021          Trimester 1.2021 supplementary and deferred assessments
09 Aug 2021                Census Date*
09 Oct 2021                Trimester 2 Lectures end
13 – 23 Oct 2021           Final Assessment Week
23 Oct 2021                Trimester 2 ends
08 Nov 2021                Publication of results
23 Oct – 08 Nov 2021       Holidays
2021/2022                  Trimester 3
01 Nov 2021                Last date for fees payment (continuing students only)
08 Nov 2021                Trimester 3 Lectures begin
01 Dec 2021                Census Date*
12 - 14 Nov 2021           Trimester 2.2021 supplementary and deferred assessments
19 Dec 2021– 2 Jan 2022    Lecture Recess
3 Jan 2022                 Trimester 3 resumes
12 Feb 2022                Trimester 3 Lectures end
16 – 26 Feb 2022           Final Assessment Week
14 Mar 2022                Publication of results
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2.    Teaching and Learning at Holmes Institute
Holmes Institute takes pride in providing you with an inspiring, supportive and personalised
learning environment and experience. All our programs at degree level have been carefully
designed and are delivered in such a way that supports our philosophy, namely to INSPIRE –
ACHIEVE – ENGAGE. In this section we provide you with important information on your
enrolment, the resources and tools available to you to excel in your studies. Please read these
carefully, and contact your lecturer or Student Administration should you have any questions.
2.1   Unit Enrolment
For all degree courses, Holmes Institute offers its students a large range of core units
(compulsory for students to study) and elective units each trimester. Holmes Institute
reserves the right not to offer any unit for which the requirements of a viable student cohort
are not met. While the institute will make every effort to find an alternative, students may be
required to enrol in other options or complete the unit in a subsequent trimester. The
intended unit offering for the entire academic year is available for students on Blackboard.
2.1.1 Regular/Standard Enrolment
In order to complete their studies within the expected duration of study and ensure that the
units are available for students to progress in their degree course, students are required to
enroll in a regular or standard study load of four units per trimester, at times also referred to
a 'full' study load. All students need to enroll in their units by accessing the LUNA student
2.1.2 Irregular Enrolment
In exceptional circumstances, a student can apply for an irregular enrolment. An irregular
enrolment is an enrolment of more, or less, than the regular/standard study load, namely
either a Study Overload or a Reduced Study Load. Either Study Overload or Reduced Study
Load may affect their course duration. Make sure you read and understand the Holmes'
Completion Within Expected Duration of Study Policy and Procedures before you lodge an
2.1.2.1 Study Overload
Students who have successfully completed all but one trimester and who have demonstrated
solid academic performance in their degree course (i.e. they have not failed any unit and
maintained a Credit average), can apply for a study overload. A study overload is restricted to
any student adding one (1) additional unit and thus studying a maximum of five (5) units per
trimester. This study mode is only available to students in their last trimester to complete
their degree course, and only applies where the units are offered in the respective trimester.
Students who wish to apply for a Study Overload should enroll in the standard study load of
four (4) units and submit the completed Application Form of Increasing Study Load to Student
Administration as soon as possible. The Form can be accessed on your Blackboard.
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2.1.2.2 Reduced Study Load
In certain circumstances, students may be considered for a reduced study load, i.e. to enroll
in no less than three (3) units per trimester. Students requesting a reduced study load need
to remember that this may entail that a unit they wish to study in the future may not be
available, and that they may need to extend their course duration and hence student visa as
a result, where applicable.
In order to be considered for a reduced study load students need to first enroll in the
regular/standard study load of four (4) units via the LUNA student portal. Once all units have
been selected, students may then apply for a reduced study load. This approach ensures that
students secure a place in the units to be studied and are not disadvantaged by missing out
on units should the request be rejected.
In applying for a reduced study load, students need to submit the completed Application Form
of Reducing Study Load that explains the reasons for seeking approval for a reduced study
load. Please note that these reasons must demonstrate why students are unable to complete
the regular/standard study load for the respective trimester. To support their request,
students should attach the completed Form any documents (such as medical records as one
example,), that support their application. Where applicable, academic issues, i.e.
unsatisfactory academic performance or progress, should be noted in the application. The
Form can be accessed on your Blackboard.
If the reasons for requesting a reduced load are based on medical grounds, a doctor/specialist
must outline a formal treatment plan to assist with the student's recovery as well as the
number of classroom hours the student would be able to participate in on a weekly basis.
Should the medical matter be considered severe and prevent the student from studying the
regular trimester, the request may not be approved and the student may be directed to apply
to suspend/defer their degree course whilst undertaking treatment. Any of the above-
mentioned supporting documents need to be attached to the Application Form as PDF or JPEG
files; embedded images cannot be accepted for consideration.
Students please note: requests for a reduced study load must be finalised prior to the Census
Date of the respective trimester. Once the completed request for a reduced study load has
been received, we endeavour to advise the student of the outcome of the request within 10
days of receipt of the request. Should the request be approved, we will advise the student on
the process to withdraw from the units they do not wish to pursue.
2.2   Unit Outlines
For each unit, a unit outline is provided that contains information regarding the unit, which
includes but is not restricted to:
❖    Unit pre-requisites, unit weight and mode of delivery;
❖    Information on how to contact lecturers;
❖    Unit description and unit learning outcomes;
❖    Unit resources and syllabus; overview of tutorials and e-learning activities;
❖    Student assessment task information.
In order to be well prepared for class, students need to download the unit outline for the
units they are enrolled in from Blackboard at the beginning of each trimester. For additional
information please contact your lecturer in class or during consultation hours.
2.3   Textbooks and Reading Materials
Most units have a recommended textbook and readings. You should consult your textbooks
regularly throughout the trimester as this will enable you to benefit most from your lectures
and tutorials. Holmes Institute strongly recommends that you purchase the textbook. For
further reference, you should consult recommended readings listed in the unit outline and
also pay attention to additional readings on Blackboard. Textbooks are available from all large
book retailers, including online suppliers that usually sell books to students on presentation
of their student ID at a discount of at least 10 %. On each campus, Holmes Institute works
closely with particular book retailers and information will be given to you during Orientation,
or on request. You should purchase your textbooks as soon as possible and once enrolled in
your units as book orders can take up to six weeks.
Note: Fashion Students
Some units within the Bachelor of Fashion Business require you to purchase additional
equipment – this is detailed in the unit outline.
2.4   Teaching Approaches
At Bachelor level, the three hours is comprised of two hours of lectures, one hour of tutorial;
at Master level, there are seminar-like 3-hour sessions. In all sessions, students will
experience class discussions, in-class problem solving activities and the like during which you
are encouraged to engage with other students, the lecturer and/or tutor including asking
questions and making comments during or after class hours.
2.4.1 Lectures
Prior to a lecture, you are expected to have read the relevant lecture material as well as all
assigned readings. You will gain more in your lectures if you also take time to go through
supplementary guided e-learning activities available to you in most units. It is likely that you
will experience difficulty in following a lecture and understanding the material unless you do
the reading allocated for the respective lecture. Unit learning material is cumulative, so if you
do not understand the early unit content you may find it difficult to follow the later one. In
addition to the lecture material provided, students are encouraged to take notes during
lectures as this enhances the absorption of knowledge and overall learning process. Students
are also encouraged to read widely on the topic and do additional research outside class.
2.4.2 Tutorials
Unless specified otherwise, tutorial questions and exercises for each week of teaching are
stated in the unit outline. You are expected to attempt these questions and/or exercises
before the tutorial. Tutorials and their exercises are usually based on the material covered in
the previous week's lecture. During tutorials you are expected to participate in class
discussions. Students will be able to check solutions to the tutorial work and clarify any
outstanding issues with their tutor. Please note that unless specified otherwise there will be
a one-hour tutorial each week. At Holmes Institute peer learning is encouraged. You have the
option, but not the obligation, of working on the tutorial assignments in groups. However, it
is your responsibility to ensure the work you have submitted is genuinely yours.
Some units within the Bachelor of Fashion Business may vary from this lecture/tutorial
structure. This is detailed in the unit outline.
2.5   Holmes Institute Class Etiquette
❖     Please do not take any food or drink into the classrooms. There are designated
areas where you can eat and drink on each campus; mobile phones must be
turned off or switched on silent mode during lecturers and tutorials. Students
cannot take any calls during class;
❖     The use of laptops and mobile devices is encouraged for related lectures or
tutorials, and for additional research, but not to listen to music, send private
emails, access social media or record lectures or tutorials without consent;
❖     All classes start on the hour and as common courtesy to the lecturer and/or tutor,
you are expected to arrive in class on time - preferably 5 minutes prior to
commencement. It is at the discretion of the lecturer/tutor to allow students to
enter class after more than 10 minutes.
All students are required to show consideration and respect for other students at all times;
any student behaviour that disadvantages other students' learning is not tolerated at Holmes
2.6   Student Attendance
Regular attendance to lectures, tutorials, workshops and seminars is strongly recommended.
You may find it difficult, if not impossible, to learn from this course or obtain a passing grade,
without attending lectures, tutorials, workshops and seminars on a regular basis. You are
expected to be in class at the beginning, and remain until the end unless you have previously
discussed your absence with the lecturer and/or tutor. If you are unable to attend a class
session, we recommend you get notes from a fellow student and Blackboard. You are
encouraged to let your lecturer know in advance where you know you cannot attend, as this
is correct business/ professional etiquette. Tutorial attendance may be recorded and may be
used to determine whether you have made a genuine attempt to complete a unit in cases of
unsatisfactory performance (at the discretion of the Executive Dean (or nominee)).
Attendance information may also be taken into account by the Board of Examiners in finalising
grades.
NOTE: International Students
We understand some material presented in lectures and tutorials may sometimes be difficult
to comprehend for students who speak English as an additional Language. We encourage you
to ask your lecturer for clarification rather than use an electronic dictionary as it is more than
likely that you are not the only student in class having difficulty. Please also note that
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electronic dictionaries are not to be used during class tests and final examinations, so the
more practice you have without them, the better prepared you will be in examinations.
2.7   Academic Support and Workshops
Some students face some sort of challenge during their studies, and may find it difficult to
juggle priorities, commitments and deadlines. We appreciate the pressure and stress that this
can cause and endeavour to help you to succeed in your studies. You have the opportunity to
seek advice and guidance from your academic mentor any day of the week. In addition,
Holmes Institute offers Academic Workshops.
2.7.1 Academic Support and Mentoring Program at Holmes Institute
The Student Engagement and Support Team under guidance of the Manager Student
Engagement is available to discuss issues you may be facing with your studies, lectures or any
other challenges arising in your personal life affecting your studies. You can rest assured that
any issues discussed in meetings with the Student Engagement and Support Team are private
and confidential.
The Student Engagement and Support Team will arrange for you to get the support that you
need by arranging a time for you to meet with them, an Academic Mentor, or directing you
to the best service available to deal with your particular issue or challenge.
We encourage students to meet with members of the Student Engagement and Support Team
at least once per trimester after the first assessment tasks have been returned for additional
feedback. This gives you an opportunity to flag any potential learning problems early and
allows us to be able to best assist you to excel in your studies.
You may contact an Academic Mentor directly or via the Student Engagement and Support
Team or ask for a referral from your lecturer.
2.7.1.1 Academic Mentors
Amir Gholami                    Dr Anh Le                      Assoc. Prof Paul Darbyshire
Academic Mentor BPA/MPA         Academic Mentor BBus           Academic Mentor IS
agholami@holmes.edu.au          ale@holmes.edu.au              pdarbyshire@holmes.edu.au
Andre Houang
Academic Mentor BPA, MPA
ahouang@holmes.edu.au
Professor Paul Ryder            Dr Khokan Bepari               Dr Sudarshan Chalise
Academic Mentor BBUS/MBA        Academic Mentor BPA, MPA       Academic Mentor MBA Mentor
pryder@holmes.edu.au            kbepari@holmes.edu.au          schalise@holmes.edu.au
Professor David Robinson
Academic Mentor
drobinson@holmes.edu.au
2.7.2 Academic Support Program at Holmes Institute
Holmes Institute supports its students on their journey to becoming independent learners
fostering students' critical thinking and problem solving skills. Regular academic support
workshops are available to ensure students achieve their academic potential. These
workshops are provided at no additional cost to the student and include study skill support
and advice, such as how to interpret assessment questions, exam strategies and so on.
Academic workshops are announced on Blackboard and around campus and include:
❖     Critical thinking and problem solving skills
❖     Note taking and note making
❖     Effective reading and oral presentations
❖     Developing an academic argument
❖     Performing better in exams
❖     Academic writing and referencing
❖     Research skills
2.7.3 Academic Guidance
Holmes also offers individual academic counselling to students seeking additional assistance.
A team of qualified and highly experienced Academic Mentors are available to students and
students are encouraged to take advantage of Academic Mentors availability (making an
appointment will ensure the support you get is tailored to your individual needs). Areas of
Academic Guidance include:
❖     Study-Work Balance
❖     Study Load and Course Progress
❖     Overcoming Presentation and Exam Anxiety
❖     Study skill issues
❖     Further education questions
Contact your lecturer, Academic Support Officer or the Academic Mentor on your campus for
further academic support. Individual support to students is available by appointment.
2.7.4 Monitoring Course Progress
Holmes has detailed procedures to monitor the course progress of each student and to
initiate intervention strategies where required (refer to Monitoring Course Progress Policy
and Procedures – Higher Education).
2.7.5 Academic Intervention
The intervention process will be initiated by a written notification to each student identified
as 'at risk', requesting them to meet with the Academic Support Officer to discuss and
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implement the intervention strategy by completing an Academic Probation Contract to
address past or present issues impairing the student's progress and/or referral to support
services provided by Holmes. This Intervention Strategy aims to ensure the student's future
academic success.
An Intervention Strategy may include:
❖    Access to academic support as outlined in the Academic Probation Contract
❖    Discussion of the student's suitability in studying a particular course
❖    Agreement on revised study plan
❖    Referral to internal or external personal guidance counsellors
❖    Ongoing monitoring of the student (such as, for example, compulsory meetings
with staff)
❖    A recommendation that a period of deferral or temporary suspension of studies
be taken
❖    Any other support mechanisms that Holmes and the student reasonably
determine.
The Intervention Strategy will outline information regarding implications of ongoing
unsatisfactory course progress, and Holmes' complaints and appeals process.
3.    Student Assessments
At Holmes Institute, students' academic performance and progress are assessed in a
continuous manner using various forms of assessment including but not limited to class tests,
presentations, case-study analysis, applied questions and calculations.
3.1   Unit Requirements
For each unit the unit requirements and assessments are outlined in the Unit Outline or
Course Handbook available in the Unit Information section on Blackboard (accessible via the
Holmes Institute website www.holmes.edu.au). It is the responsibility of you as a student to
read the Unit Outline or Course Handbook of the unit/s and course you are enrolled in
carefully, and to know when your assessments are due. If you are unsure about the due date
of any assessment, or have compelling reasons for an extension (special consideration),
please contact your lecturer and/or tutor. The Special Consideration Form can be accessed
on your Blackboard. To be eligible to pass each unit, you are required to obtain an
accumulated average of 50% for all components within a unit.
3.2   Student Participation, In-Class and online Activities
Your attendance at all scheduled classes (lectures, tutorials and workshops) is expected, but
not compulsory. It is by attending and actively participating in tutorials and workshops that
you will benefit most from the course. Whilst lectures will provide the basis of the knowledge
required to successfully complete the course, it is the tutorials and workshops that form fora
for discussion, the sharing of ideas and the reinforcement of the material presented in the
Holmes Institute is committed to work with you on your educational and career objectives. It
is likely you will achieve better results if you, interact with:
1.    your lecturer and/or tutor
2.    your fellow students, and
3.    learning materials. These include textbooks, other print and online sources
available through Blackboard and the Resources Centre on each campus.
Please consider that it is difficult to learn without maintaining regular attendance. To support
your studies, Holmes Institute lectures, tutorials and workshops are designed to be
interesting, fun, and relevant to preparing you for your career. In addition, studying with
others is the best way to make lifelong friendships and start important professional
relationships; it also contributes immediately to your motivation and performance.
3.3   Assignment Submission
Unless specified otherwise, students are required to submit all of their assignments
electronically using a computer and uploaded to Blackboard via SafeAssign. Unless advised
otherwise by the lecturer or tutor, font size 12 (Arial or Times New Roman) and double
spacing should be used for all written assignments. Assignments cannot be uploaded as a PDF
Using SafeAssign, students accept full responsibility for their submission and understand that
they are required to disclose any assistance or data received by any third party. Students also
understand that they cannot submit any work that has previously been submitted for
assessment for any other unit or degree, at Holmes Institute or at any other educational
institution.
There are some units within the Bachelor of Fashion Business that have alternative
submission requirements. These will be detailed in the unit outline. The hard copy of the
assignment will be returned by the lecturers with appropriate comments and details of
results, usually using an assessment criteria sheet. The electronic copy may be used to check
that your work is original compared to online sources and other students' submissions;
Please note that, unless specified otherwise:
❖     No component of assessment will count for more than 70% of final mark, with the
exception of units with a designated research project;
❖     Non-invigilated assessment pieces for which students might utilise editorial
support will not account for more than 50% of the final mark, except in units with
a designated research project;
❖     Unless written approval for an extension is obtained from the lecturer or medical
conditions are evidenced, late submission of assignments will carry a penalty for
every calendar day past the due time and date of 5% of the value of the
assessment, starting immediately after the deadline. No assessments may be
accepted after 14 calendar days of the due date or the end of the trimester for
assessments due later in a trimester.
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❖     For some units, you will complete team or group assessment items over the
duration of the course. A penalty applies for students who fail to complete team
or group assessment requirements, such as non-attendance of group meetings,
absence from tutorials dedicated to group assignments, non-participation in
group presentations, and any other such behaviour that jeopardises team or
group performance. When necessary, your lecturers may re-distribute marks
within a group based on individual member contributions. Unless advised
otherwise, students who submit a group assessment individually are usually
penalised by having the value of their assessment reduced by 50%.
3.4   Class Presentations
Where class presentations form part of the assessment, the criteria for marking are usually
set out in the Assessment Guidelines and discussed by the lecturer in class. If fellow student
ratings are to be considered as part of the assessment for the unit, the criteria will be
reproduced on a marking sheet given to every member of the class each time a class
presentation is made.
Marks awarded by students may or may not be used to determine the mark given to the
student; the sheets will be kept by the tutor and used as part of any reassessment requested
by the presenter. Where the class presentation is 20% or less of the aggregate mark for the
unit, these review procedures are advisory only. Reviews may be conducted by considering
the class presentation marks in the context of marks for all other pieces of assessment.
Lecturers usually allocate a specific time for you and other students to present. It is important
that students present during the time allocated. Should you not be able to present at the
allocated time, you need to consult with your lecturer for an alternative arrangement. Failure
to present during the allocated time may result in penalties, including that you may not be
able to present at all.
3.5   Tests and Final Examinations and Assessments
No test is worth more than 30% of the assessment in a given unit and will not be held in the
two weeks prior to a formal final examination or final assessment period. If you fail to attempt
the test for a particular unit during the stipulated period because you were unwell, you may
be given the opportunity to take an online test or have the weight of the class test added to
the final examination, provided that you submit the Special Consideration Form within three
working days.
No formal, final examinations and final assessments (except for deferred or supplementary
examinations and assessments) may be held outside the periods prescribed as the end-of-
year examination periods. Formal examinations are "invigilated" which means they are
supervised under strict conditions. Students are reminded that they are required to sit
examinations at the scheduled time. The specified examination periods in March, June/July,
November and January, are clearly stated in the Academic Calendar and are regarded as part
of the academic year. Students are expected to be present to sit examinations in those
periods. Holmes Institute endeavors to make the final examination or assessment timetable
available to students via Blackboard at least two weeks prior to the final examination or
assessment due date, if not earlier, to allow students to make necessary arrangements. Final
examinations and assessments will also be held – and are due - on weekends and/or evenings.
Deferred and supplementary examinations and assessments are usually held in Week 1 of the
following trimester. The Faculty of Higher Education reserves the right to schedule the
deferred and supplementary examinations and assessments at a different time if required.
Deferred and supplementary examinations and assessments are usually held – and due - on
weekends and/or evenings.
Dates for all tests and final examinations and assessments are available from the Unit Outline,
Academic Calendar, and usually from Blackboard announcement closer to the examination or
assessment period. It is your responsibility to check Blackboard, and any announcements via
email or the student notice board on campus for any changes or additional announcements.
Students eligible for a supplementary and/or deferred examination and assessments may not
be notified in a separate email and should attempt the examination as per schedule
announced on Blackboard.
If you suffer from a medical condition or any circumstance that prevents you from
undertaking an examination on that day, you need to fill in the Special Consideration Form
(the form can be downloaded from Blackboard) and obtain a medical certificate from a
registered doctor; where applicable, submit additional relevant supporting documentation.
The Special Consideration Form needs to be presented to, and completed by a doctor who
prepares the medical certificate. The signed copy of the completed form along with the
original medical certificate then needs to be submitted to Student Services within three (3)
working days of the day of the class test or examination to be considered. Please note that
we cannot consider late submissions. Moreover, we cannot accept medical certificates that
are not supported by a completed and signed Deferred Assessment Application Form
attached to it. Medical certificates for acupuncture, reflexology, Chinese medicine and/or
other alternative therapies are NOT recognised as valid reasons for missing class tests or
final examinations and are thus not accepted. Furthermore, please note that religious or
faith-based issues are also not in themselves grounds for special consideration, although
they may be used to support an application on other, valid grounds.
Students cannot bring in any unauthorised items into a test and/ or examination room, this
includes but is not limited to any writing paper, mobile phones, wrist and handheld
smartwatches, smart devices of any form or any other unauthorised material. Please refer to
the Unit Guide and exam procedures for further information.
For any invigilated test or examination, you need to bring your Holmes Institute student
identification card and one other form of photographic identification, which should be
displayed for the duration of the exam. Students without two forms of ID and/or photographic
ID may not be eligible to sit the examination or test.
If during invigilated examinations and in the opinion of an Invigilator, a candidate's behaviour,
dress, or appearance is such as to disturb or distract any other candidate or is otherwise
improper, the supervisor may require that candidate to leave the examination room. If the
candidate does not immediately leave the examination room, the candidate may be dealt
with under Holmes' Academic Misconduct processes.
3.6      Assessment Feedback and Grades
To allow you to monitor your academic progress, you will be informed of your performance
in the assessments of all unit/s you are enrolled in. Online Formative Assessments are
available in each unit. This type of assessment does not contribute to your final grade but
provides you with feedback about your progress in the unit.
Marks for continuous assessments are posted on Blackboard via the Grade Centre as soon as
possible, usually within two weeks of the due date. Final/overall results are published in the
student management system, LUNA (see Section 1.6. Academic Calendar for publication of
results; Section 3.7 for Grading Distribution). Students who have failed to attempt any form
of continuous assessment may be contacted by the Higher Education Coordinator (or
nominee). The outcome of deferred and supplementary assessments are communicated to
students as soon as possible, usually no later than two weeks after the submission date.
Deferred and supplementary assessment results are published in the student management
system, LUNA.
Students are able to obtain feedback on their performance and consult regarding their
assessments, including tests and examinations. Enquiries about continuous assessments, e.g.
assignments and presentations, should be directed to the lecturer or tutor in person or via
email as soon as the result is available, but no later than two weeks after the publication of
results for these assessments.
Feedback on any invigilated test or examination can be initially obtained from Backboard and
then further enquiries can be directed to the Unit Coordinator within 2 weeks of the release
of the results. Requests outside of the feedback periods outlined above can only be
considered with the approval of the Dean Academic.
3.7      Standard Grading System and Distribution
The Faculty of Higher Education at Holmes Institute uses the following Grading System and
Distribution. Should you require any more information or have any question, please contact
your lecturer accordingly.
GRADE                                     LETTER    GRADE EXPLANATION
High Distinction                          HD        80% and above
Distinction                               D         70 – 79%
Credit                                    CR        60 – 69%
Pass                                      P         50 – 59%
Faculty Pass*                             FP*       Awarded by the Dean Academic in exceptional
circumstances*
Fail                                      NN        0-49% - student did not meet the standard
required according to the learning outcomes in
the Unit Guide
Supplementary Assessment (temporary                     NS          25-49% - Student granted a supplementary
grade)                                                              assessment upon meeting the supplementary
Deferred Examination (temporary grade)                  ND          Student officially awarded a deferred
Fail                                                    NR          Student did not submit any work according to
the schedule in the Unit Outline
Fail                                                    NX          Student did not attempt a supplementary
Result Withheld                                         RW          Student granted an extension to submit
additional assessments/work
Result Withheld                                         WH          Student has outstanding fees for non-return of
Holmes Institute materials
After Census Withdrawal                                 AC          Withdrawal after census; no academic penalty
but financial penalty applies
Credit Transfer                                         TC          Internal Credit Transfer
* A Faculty Pass (45/FP) may sometimes, and at other institutions, be referred to as a Conceded Pass. This grade will only
be considered for students in their last trimester upon appeal.
Explanation of Letter Grade
HD Outstanding work which exhibits sophisticated understanding and critical synthesis,
analysis and evaluation of the unit matter. While the work utilises opinions of others,
judgements about the value of the unit matter are made and drawn together in an
organised whole. Gaps in the unit matter might also be identified and the implications
discussed.
D  Substantial work of high quality, which demonstrates a clear understanding of the unit
matter, in which the relationship between the constituent elements are identified
clearly and discussed with some level of critical analysis. The work also applies abstract
ideas in concrete situations.
CR Sound and competent work, which demonstrates a reasonable but not complete grasp
of the unit matter. The work utilises recall and paraphrases the work of others
concerning the unit matter. Some basic level of critical analysis is evident. Originality in
the work is rarely evident.
P  Work that demonstrates a satisfactory engagement with the unit matter such that the
student is said to have a general understanding of the field. Provides an adequate basis
for further study.
NN Did not meet the learning objective of the unit.
Note: For details about assessment, refer to the Holmes Assessment Policy and Procedures.
Faculty of Higher Education Student Handbook 2021                                                                       23
4.    Faculty of Higher Education Study Skills
4.1   Guide to Academic Referencing
Referencing is a convention of academic writing that students must follow for several reasons,
❖     acknowledging the ideas, information, and words of others;
❖     enabling readers to judge your understanding and use of existing knowledge;
❖     avoiding accusations of plagiarism.
It is essential that students use a standard referencing style in their assignments – Holmes
Institute uses the Adapted Harvard Referencing style. Holmes has implemented this adapted
referencing style as part of a pilot program in early 2021.
4.1.1 Referencing Style
There are two parts to referencing:
❖     in-text citations
❖     list of references - for all assignments lecturers require a list of references rather
than a bibliography.
In-text citations are used within your assignments whenever you use information from a
A reference list is usually the last page of your written assignment and is the list of sources
that you have cited in your assignment.
4.1.2 In-text citations
❖     When you paraphrase or quote, always include the page number or page numbers
in the in-text reference, placed after the year it was published.
❖     If you quote, enclose the text in double quotation marks: " ".
❖     If you quote more than one sentence, don't use double quotation marks around
the quotation – instead, place the quotation on a new line and indent it from the
left margin.
❖     If an information source doesn't have an author, the author detail is replaced by
the title and is italicised.
❖     Unless a writer uses language that is particularly apt, it is a good idea to
paraphrase – put the material into your own words – whenever you can. This
shows that you are able to synthesise the ideas rather than merely repeat them.
❖     Please see examples in the table at the end of this document.
Faculty of Higher Education Student Handbook 2021                                               24
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Dodgers Way
Justin Turner, Los Angeles Dodgers (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
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by Thomas Carannante 1 week ago Follow @TOMMYS_TAKES
What's going on with the Dodgers and Justin Turner?
The MLB hot stove is fully turned off — in fact, it might be broken. But the Los Angeles Dodgers are among the teams attempting to revive it. Just last week, we were hit with the report that the World Series champs remain interested in DJ LeMahieu, who spent the last two years rising to the top of baseball with the New York Yankees.
Now, it appears we know why they've remained in the sweepstakes despite the slugger's high asking price (he reportedly wants a five-year deal in between $100-$125 million). It's because, according to the latest chatter, Justin Turner's contract. demands have increased.
Per Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times, Turner now wants a four-year deal, but the Dodgers don't want to go beyond two years. If the 36-year-old wants a four-year deal, pivoting to the 32-year-old LeMahieu makes total sense.
Who's on third? Our @jorgecastillo explains the gap between what Justin Turner is seeking and what Dodgers are offering. Also: Which five third basemen (two Reds!) are available to replace him? https://t.co/sRJB1nojBD
— Bill Shaikin (@BillShaikin) January 4, 2021
Castillo notes that LeMahieu is atop the team's wish list, with Kris Bryant, Eugenio Suarez, Mike Moustakas and Kyle Seager among other potential trade targets. We've long heard about the Dodgers-Bryant link and recently explored a Suarez deal given his team-friendly contract for the foreseeable future.
Nonetheless, this is the greatest indication thus far that there seems to be a lack of progress — or even distancing — between Turner and the Dodgers. It was previously reported that the Dodgers were open to offering him a three-year deal, which was believed to be his preference earlier in the offseason. Now, both of those scenarios have changed.
A lot to take in from the LA Times' latest piece:
– Justin Turner is seeking a four-year contract
– The Dodgers don't want to go beyond two years
– DJ LeMahieu is on the top of their list
– Kris Bryant & Eugenio Suarez are available via trade & appear to be backup options
— Blake Harris (@BlakeHarrisTBLA) January 4, 2021
The logic here makes total sense. LeMahieu is four years younger and is in the prime of his career after two MVP-like campaigns with the Yankees. On top of that, he's versatile, possessing the ability to play first, second and third base. So if it'll only cost one more year and a few more million for him, the Dodgers might as well go for it all.
Though Turner is considered by many the heart and soul of the Dodgers, it's hard to argue LeMahieu doesn't make them a better team. He's less of an injury risk, a more aggressive hitter, and can give manager Dave Roberts more flexibility with his lineup cards.
We hate to say it, but we gotta call it like it is.
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