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The Plague

By: Jonathan Harlen

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The Plague

By: Jonathan Harlen

When Will is bitten on his arm by a weird pet store owner and becomes ill, no one believes that has been afflicted with a fatal disease.

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1598898612

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Good Practice In Science Teaching: What Research Has To Say

What research has to say

By: Osborne, Jonathan,Dillon, Justin

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Good Practice In Science Teaching: What Research Has To Say

What research has to say

By: Osborne, Jonathan,Dillon, Justin

This volume provides a summary of the findings that educational research has to offer on good practice in school science teaching. It offers an overview of scholarship and research in the field, and introduces the ideas and evidence that guide it.

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McGraw-Hill Education (UK)

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0335238580

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9780335238583

Research in Science Education in Europe

By: Geoff Welford,Jonathan Osborne,Phil Scott

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Research in Science Education in Europe

By: Geoff Welford,Jonathan Osborne,Phil Scott

A range of topical issues and concerns at the forefront of research in science education in Europe are examined in this text. The contributors are science educators and researchers from throughout Europe.

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Routledge

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1135716684

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Lesson Planning for Effective Learning

By: Martin Fautley,Jonathan Savage

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Lesson Planning for Effective Learning

By: Martin Fautley,Jonathan Savage

Lesson planning is the essential component of every teacher's practice and the development of a teacher's skill is built explicitly on a rigorous approach to planning. This goes beyond just written plans and includes a process of mental preparation, anticipation, rehearsal and performance - all essential elements of the craft of teaching. This book offers heaps of useful advice and key ideas related to planning an effective lesson. With clear links between the preparation of writing a lesson plan, and the delivery of that lesson plan through your teaching, this book explores: Common components of lesson planning including learning objectives, learning outcomes, starters, teaching activities and plenaries The lesson plan document: what it can and can’t do Teaching ‘style’ and your role in bringing lesson plans to life within your classroom Common pitfalls, including time management, over- and under-running, optimum learning time, and activity sequencing Broader strategies such as differentiation, personalisation and assessment Sample lesson planning documents from real teachers Whatever age of pupils you are teaching, or whatever subject you are teaching, this book helps you develop a clear and concise approach to lesson planning that is an essential and integral part of becoming an effective teacher. "This is essential reading for all teachers, teacher educators and policy makers. For new entrants to the profession, it offers the opportunity to think beyond the notion of folk pedagogies and to consider how a more powerful theoretical framework might underpin lesson planning. It presents essential analysis as to why common approaches to teaching and learning have emerged and become embedded – this provides a great opportunity for more experienced teachers to develop a deeper critical understanding of their practice. Punctuated with reflective questions, it enables the reader to reconceptualise planning and pedagogy and to engage in theorised reflection on practice." Kate Laurence, Institute of Education, University of London, UK "At last! A plain speaking book on effective lesson planning.Lesson Planning for Effective Learning by Martin Fautley and Jonathan Savage combines theoretical perspectives with really useful, instantly useable examples from everyday practice. Despite the scholarly approach, the 200 pages of this little book retain an essentially conversational quality ensuring that it is equally accessible to students, academics and learning enthusiasts alike." Andrew R. Mackereth, Headteacher, Heart of England School "Lesson planning is one of the most fundamental duties of teachers no matter what their subject, age phase or experience. In their latest book, Martin Fautley and Jonathan Savage start with practice and, in deconstructing what teachers do every day, apply their deep thinking and reasoned consideration. They are adept at weaving a wide range of thoughts, experiences and theory into the mix, making this readily accessible and ultimately a very helpful book.Martin and Jonathan make much of the novice-expert continuum. I'm not sure where I fit but I certainly experienced a number of ‘penny-dropping’ moments that immediately led me to reflect and sharpen up my own planning. I've been reminded of the huge complexities that there are in planning effective lessons, both the "private preparation and the public performance" elements. It is impossible to read very far into this book without realising that planning for effective learning has little to do with the administrative task of completing a planning pro forma, important and necessary though that is. This book makes it abundantly clear that pedagogy and pedagogical content knowledge underpin planning for effective learning. Although, as the authors point out, much lesson planning is invisible, what they do so well here, in the words of Russell and Loughran*, is to “make the tacit explicit”. Above all, this book articulates something of what it is to be professional for teachers of all types. I heartily recommend this book." Simon Spencer, Birmingham City University, UK * Russell, T. & Loughran, J. (2007) Enacting a Pedagogy of Teacher Education: Values, Relationships and Practices, London: Routledge "This book gives fantastic insight and practical strategies for teachers at all points within their career in order to encourage and embed reflective practice. For outstanding practitioners and senior leaders, it provides case studies and examples which will stimulate discussion and provide starting points from which to develop policy at whole school level, and influence and develop practice at an individual teacher level. A ‘must have’ resource for any school Teaching and Learning Group library." Hayley McDonagh, Senior Leader, Golden Hillock School, Birmingham. Former LA senior adviser working with Schools in Ofsted Category

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0335246915

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9780335246915

Improving Subject Teaching

Lessons from Research in Science Education

By: Robin Millar,John Leach,Jonathan Osborne,Mary Ratcliffe

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Improving Subject Teaching

Lessons from Research in Science Education

By: Robin Millar,John Leach,Jonathan Osborne,Mary Ratcliffe

In many countries, questions are being raised about the quality and value of educational research. This book explores the relationship between research and practice in education. It looks at the extent to which current practice could be said to be informed by knowledge or ideas generated by research and at the extent to which the use of current practices or the adoption of new ones are, or could be, supported by research evidence. Science education is used as a case study but the issues considered apply to the teaching and learning of any curriculum subject. The book draws on the findings of four inter-related research studies and considers: how research might be used to establish greater consensus about curriculum; how research can inform the design of assessment tools and teaching interventions; teachers’ and other science educators’ perceptions of the influence of research on their teaching practices and their students’ learning; the extent to which evidence can show that an educational practice ‘works’.

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Routledge

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1134232934

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EBOOK: A-Z of Teaching

By: Jonathan Savage,Martin Fautley

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EBOOK: A-Z of Teaching

By: Jonathan Savage,Martin Fautley

A - Z of Teaching provides an informative, engaging and accessible introduction to the art and craft of teaching, introducing you to a range of essential topics alongside some of the key ideas and key thinkers from the educational research literature. The topics covered range from practical teaching advice on areas such as questioning to exploration of significant themes within education such as creativity. Each entry includes: An introduction to the topic with a definition of the term An exploration of key ideas within the topic Reference to the work of key thinkers who have explored the topic in the educational literature How these ideas apply in your day-to-day practice of teaching and learning A set of questions for you to consider as you seek to develop your pedagogy in a particular topic area Further reading and references, including links to relevant writings in other publications or online sources Teaching is a broad and complex activity so whether you are thinking about becoming a teacher, training to be a teacher, or a qualified teacher wishing to keep abreast of the latest thinking in the field, the ideas contained in this book will prove helpful and constructive as you seek to develop your teaching skills. "Every so often, a new idea unfolds that seems so deceptively simple that one wonders why it hasn't appeared before now: this is the case with A - Z of Teaching. Serving as a high-definition map of classroom teaching, it provides mentorship for survival and thriving in the profession. Comprehensive without being laboured, rich in concepts without succumbing to clutter, ingeniously economic in the identification of key themes without being trifling, Savage and Fautley manage to distil the important and inspiring from vast amounts of theory, research and practical experience of teaching, and present the essential elements in a most accessible manner for early career teachers. More experienced educators will also find many gems to renew and inspire their practice. The approach is pragmatic whilst never seeking to trivialise the challenges of teaching or the vast amounts of extant theories. Most importantly, the reflective questions at the end of each section serve to provoke further thinking, research and action, thus contributing meaningfully to the development of effective and reflective teachers for contemporary schools." Regina Murphy, PhD, Senior Lecturer, St Patrick's College, Dublin City University, Ireland "The construction of this book is very satisfying; it is so straightforward to access and simultaneously works at so many levels. Using the tried and tested structure of an A to Z listing, Jonathan Savage and Martin Fautley consider a number of highly significant aspects of education, pedagogy, and professional issues for teachers at all stages of their professional development. In their consideration of some 103 topics, they skilfully blend key theoretical underpinning with current practice in the classroom, making this book extremely useable by teachers in all sectors and age-phases. The range of topics makes this especially useful because it covers some big issues but also explores some less frequently covered things such as audience and elicitation. What I have found particularly helpful is the fact that, in this book, I readily recognise aspects of my own classroom practice in the overview of each topic, but I am encouraged and inspired to reflect more deeply on my professional development in the light of the collected wisdom and challenging questions. This book will be an invaluable tool for training and beginning teachers as well as for those with years of experience. The inclusion of key questions and further reading means that it can serve as a very accessible reference book, an aide memoir or as a stimulus for more detailed debate, discussion or professional development. Consequently it will support the work of individuals, department or phase teams or even larger groups. The potential to individualise training and coaching by referring trainees to relevant entries is great. I will certainly want to use it when working with trainee teachers and also with teachers undertaking CPD and Masters qualifications. I look forward to Volume 2 appearing in the future." Simon Spencer, Birmingham City University, UK "I am delighted to welcome this brief but important compendium of the A - Z of Teaching written by Jonathan Savage and Martin Fautley, authors with extensive experience of teaching. This book provides eloquent insights and distilled definitions of key terms and concepts in an introductory way that will inform, inspire, engage and help navigate through the maze of key terms which busy students in initial teacher education and practising teachers simply must read." Pamela Burnard, Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge, UK "This is a very entertaining and well-structured resource, written in easy and accessible language. It contains a serious, carefully referenced introduction to a number of major issues encountered in the early stages of learning to teach. It will be equally useful for beginners or experienced teachers and mentors, as it gives practical guidance about some of the areas for discussion, coaching and assistance which commonly arise when learning to teach." Professor Janet Hoskyns, Head of School: Education, Birmingham City University, UK

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McGraw-Hill Education (UK)

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0335247016

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9780335247011

Improving Maths and English in Further Education: A Practical Guide

By: Jonathan Kay

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Improving Maths and English in Further Education: A Practical Guide

By: Jonathan Kay

Improving Maths and English in Further Education provides a strategic, practical and easily applied toolkit for teachers and leaders as they work with students to gain core skills. The book highlights the unique challenges that are faced within the sector and the value of embedding college-wide literacy and numeracy for success, providing a range of strategies to resolve challenges. Structured to make sure that there is always an alternative approach, method or suggestion, the book allows the reader to choose the steps that suit their context best. Each chapter looks at the key priorities: •Identifies a range of potential solutions to a challenge faced in FE •Acknowledges potential implementation pitfalls and remedies •Suggests practical takeaways, key considerations and next steps Teachers and staff within further and Post-16 education will find this an essential resource for supporting students studying maths and English. "Teachers and leaders from curriculum areas across the sector will find scenarios and anecdotes that resonate in this book; timetabling, accountability, motivation… a must read." Catherine Sezen, Senior Policy Manager – FE "This is an interesting and engaging read from Jonny, who has produced a book that brings together contemporary educational literature, with a personal and honest take on leading and teaching English and Maths in FE." Steven Wallis, Executive Director Quality, NCG "This book caters for the many different voices, people and characters in FE - it does exactly what it says on the tin... It will give you all the tools for a great job with an evidence base to boot." Julia Smith, @tessmaths Jonathan Kay has managed and led English and maths departments in Further Education since 2017, as well as working as consultant for the Association of Colleges and Lead English Expert and examiner for a leading exam board. Jonathan has also previously worked as an English teacher, 2nd in Department and Head of English in a range of Secondary schools.

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0335250386

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9780335250387

The Liberal State on Trial

The Cold War and American Politics in the Truman Years

By: Jonathan Bell

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The Liberal State on Trial

The Cold War and American Politics in the Truman Years

By: Jonathan Bell

What was left, in both senses of the word, of liberalism after the death of Franklin Roosevelt? Using case studies from Senate and House races from 1946 to 1952, this book explores the role of the Cold War in shifting the center of gravity in American politics sharply to the right in the years immediately following World War II. Bell demonstrates that there was far more active and vibrant debate about the potential for liberal ideas before they become submerged in Cold War anti-state rhetoric than has generally been recognized.

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Columbia University Press

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0231133561

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9780231133562

Teachers in Control

Cracking the Code

By: Martin Powell,Jonathan Solity

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Teachers in Control

Cracking the Code

By: Martin Powell,Jonathan Solity

In an increasingly centralized education system, how can teachers recover the freedom to make their own decisions? Originally published in 1990, the teaching profession had seldom been under greater pressure. Teachers in Control aimed to help teachers to understand the forces that shaped their personal and professional development and their relationships with children at the time. It identifies the pressures that teachers faced, from both the school and the educational system as a whole, and then examines the internal, psychological influences that lead people into teaching and direct their future careers. The authors argue that an understanding of these influences can give teachers more control of decisions that affect their practice in the classroom and will still be very relevant today.

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Routledge

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0429893779

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9780429893773

Assessment for Learning and Teaching in Secondary Schools

By: Martin Fautley,Jonathan Savage

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Assessment for Learning and Teaching in Secondary Schools

By: Martin Fautley,Jonathan Savage

Assessment is central to teaching and learning, yet is one of the most difficult areas of professional practice. This book guides trainee secondary teachers through its complexities and provides practical strategies, exemplified by case studies. It examines issues such as diagnosing problems, sharing learning objectives, assessment as a tool for motivation, effective planning, using evidence to adapt teaching, peer and self assessment, learning through dialogue and understanding formative assessment. Targeted specifically at trainees, this text links explicitly to the new QTS Standards, and its tasks provide opportunities for reflection and for practising the range of skills involved in assessing pupils.

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SAGE

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0857252089

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9780857252081

The ITT Core Content Framework

What trainee primary school teachers need to know

By: Jonathan Glazzard,Samuel Stones

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The ITT Core Content Framework

What trainee primary school teachers need to know

By: Jonathan Glazzard,Samuel Stones

The ITT Core Content Framework sets out the required learning for your teacher training. This book explores what the Core Content Framework is and what essential knowledge and skills you as a trainee primary school teacher need to pass your course. Each chapter includes key research, key policy and primary classroom examples to help you link ideas to practice. Handy checklists mean you can track your own learning progress throughout the course and feel confident that you have: Learnt that........ Learnt how to........

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Learning Matters

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1529743885

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9781529743883

Extreme Events

A Physical Reconstruction and Risk Assessment

By: Jonathan Nott

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Extreme Events

A Physical Reconstruction and Risk Assessment

By: Jonathan Nott

A textbook that describes how to deduce accurate hazard risk assessments from long-term records.

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Cambridge University Press

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0521824125

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9780521824125

Dangerous Games

By: Jonathan Harlen

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Dangerous Games

By: Jonathan Harlen

Fletcher Smith has inherited his father's one-man Sports Detective Agency after his parents were involved in a car accident engineered by global sports management guru, Samson Bolivar. Now, with the help of sidekick Frank the Turk, Fletcher has sworn to expose Bolivar and thwart his evil dealings. Hired by rising cricket star Tom Baker to retrieve his lucky pig's foot mascot, Fletcher finds himself fighting for his life in the dangerous sports underworld. To crack this case, he'll need to battle killer sea wasps, a ruthless hitman and a deranged tennis prodigy.

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A&C Black

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1408113589

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9781408113585

Cockroach War

By: Jonathan Harlen

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Cockroach War

By: Jonathan Harlen

After the Cadwalladers win forty million dollars, they make their neighbors miserable, leading the Judge family to wage war upon them.

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Allen & Unwin

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1741153654

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9781741153651

Where Have All the Horses Gone?

How Advancing Technology Swept American Horses from the Road, the Farm, the Range and the Battlefield

By: Jonathan V. Levin

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Where Have All the Horses Gone?

How Advancing Technology Swept American Horses from the Road, the Farm, the Range and the Battlefield

By: Jonathan V. Levin

A century ago, horses were ubiquitous in America. They plowed the fields, transported people and goods within and between cities and herded livestock. About a million of them were shipped overseas to serve in World War I. Equine related industries employed vast numbers of stable workers, farriers, wainwrights, harness makers and teamsters. Cities were ringed with fodder-producing farmland, and five-story stables occupied prime real estate in Manhattan. Then, in just a few decades, the horses vanished in a wave of emerging technologies. Those technologies fostered unprecedented economic growth, and with it a culture of recreation and leisure that opened a new place for the horse as an athletic teammate and social companion.

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McFarland

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1476667136

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In Search of Education, Participation and Inclusion

Embrace the Uncertain

By: Jonathan Rix

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In Search of Education, Participation and Inclusion

Embrace the Uncertain

By: Jonathan Rix

In Search of Education, Participation and Inclusion offers an original, coherent and inspiring approach to the delivery of education for all. Jonathan Rix, backed by extensive research, builds upon his wide-ranging professional and personal experiences to explore three conceptual innovations – models of certainty and uncertainty, the while of participation and communities of provision. Through these innovations, the reader examines the challenges faced by school systems in delivering inclusive and participatory experiences of learning. Topics explored include: • theories of education, participation and inclusion. • the constraints on our education systems as they struggle to deliver certainty in a world of uncertainty. • how the challenges of our systems collaborate with inequality to produce marginalised experiences of participation. • the exclusionary nature of our communities of provision. • how we can understand and enhance moments of participation. • how embracing uncertainty can lead to more meaningful participation and towards more inclusive communities. • policies and practices that enhance the possibility of education for all. This is a crucial read for any educator, educational leader or researcher with an interest in the development of innovative theory and practice in the fields of inclusive education and participatory practice.

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Taylor & Francis

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1000997359

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9781000997354

The Dream of the Dusky Dolphin

By: Jonathan Harlen

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The Dream of the Dusky Dolphin

By: Jonathan Harlen

A magical picture book about a dolphin that dreamed it can swim on land.

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1862912785

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Blackeye

By: Jonathan Harlen

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Blackeye

By: Jonathan Harlen

Jet runs away from life with her mother and her brutal boyfriend - However she is caught and the consequences exceed her worst nightmare_

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1862912718

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Lucy and the Whale

By: Jonathan Harlen

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Lucy and the Whale

By: Jonathan Harlen

Lucy was walking along the beach when she discovered a whale stranded in the shallows. What to do? Soon many other people were asking this question, and trying to help. A large print 'chapter book' illustrated with line drawings. Ages 7-9.

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