By William Van Zyl Published on July 20, 2024 Objective: This literature review explores research on developing high school students’ data and graph interpreting skills, focusing on integrating IoT and greenhouse management. The study uses Microbit and Arduino microprocessors to monitor variables, specifically focusing on understanding the mini-greenhouse system’s temperature (and moisture) fluctuations. Keywords: Mini-greenhouse,… Continue reading Literature Review (Short Summary) – ‘Developing High School Students’ Data and Graph Interpreting Skills in the Context of IoT and Greenhouse Management.’
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Enhancing Secondary School Students’ Data Analysis and Chart Interpretation Abilities (Vertical Skyfarm Design – Minecraft Education).
By William N. Van Zyl Published 20 July 2024 Are you looking for innovative ways to improve high school students’ data analysis and chart interpretation abilities? Look no further. As an experienced secondary school Technology teacher, I’d like to share my research project with you. At the end of this article, I include how you… Continue reading Enhancing Secondary School Students’ Data Analysis and Chart Interpretation Abilities (Vertical Skyfarm Design – Minecraft Education).
The First Light and Sound in our Universe – contrasting Creation and Evolution.
y William Van Zyl LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=35kaq-101efcb-pb&from=embed&square=1&share=1&download=1&skin=1&btn-skin=7&size=300 I have been pondering: what would the shortest academic paper in the world look like? After a search, I included an example: *See the example of WRITER’S BLOCK below. What would your shortest academic writing look like? APA style (American Psychology Association). What subject matter would… Continue reading The First Light and Sound in our Universe – contrasting Creation and Evolution.
Subtext or The Third Thing.
By William Van Zyl Published on June 23, 2024 I listened to Brad Read’s podcast, Subtext or The Third Thing, yesterday. Well, I must say, “A stunning Podcast!” The content is simply brilliant. His examples of The Third Thing are so good. The extravagant sound files, which he includes as examples, explain the technique perfectly.… Continue reading Subtext or The Third Thing.
The Lid.
By William Van Zyl (published 9 June 2024) A goldsmith prepares the gold to be melted in the fiery furnace. ———–0————– The extravagant plans of a unique chest lie on the goldsmith’s bench. He works tirelessly—smoke billows from his tented outdoor workshop. He melts gold in a large crucible over a blazing fire. The intense… Continue reading The Lid.
How to Write Like a King
By William Van Zyl (Published on 1 June, 2024) Have you ever considered how a shepherd could write some of the most significant words we know? How did he do it? This shepherd lived around 1040–970 BC. How was he educated? Was he homeschooled? Did he perhaps read through the ancient Jewish scrolls (the first… Continue reading How to Write Like a King
Play the Cello in One Minute: The Power of Machine Learning.
By William Van Zyl (Published in April 2024). As Viola’s fingertips delicately touch the strings of her instrument, a wave of emotion overcomes the audience. The first few notes of Amazing Grace carry a heavenly melody that resonates in the hearts of the concertgoers. Tears of joy stream down their cheeks as they are transported… Continue reading Play the Cello in One Minute: The Power of Machine Learning.
Writing Skills – Wood and Stone: How Prophecy Changes Everything.
By William Van Zyl (Published in 2021 & Edited in 2024) Fantasy Prophecy is a fascinating and compelling technique for Writing Fiction and Non-fiction. Prophecies, or prophecies, can add a fascinating plotline to a novel. They give depth, cleverly weave mystery and suspense into the fabric of the story, elevate the storyline, and intrigue! [Prophesy]… Continue reading Writing Skills – Wood and Stone: How Prophecy Changes Everything.
How to Make Friends with Money.
By William Van Zyl Published in March 2024 My article ‘Pry open my wallet and make friends — with my money?; will stun you. Will you use your money to make friends? Is it worth it? What do you think when you read this title? Don’t miss the article – click on the link at the… Continue reading How to Make Friends with Money.
Embedding Māori Architectural Principles into Modern Sustainable Architecture: A Case Study – Fallingwater (Frank Lloyd Wright).
By William Van Zyl. Published in March 2024 Incorporating Māori architectural shapes and forms into a modern architectural house design while emphasising sustainability can create a unique and culturally rich living space. Here are some ideas to achieve this: Combining modern architectural principles with Māori shapes, forms, and cultural elements allows you to create a… Continue reading Embedding Māori Architectural Principles into Modern Sustainable Architecture: A Case Study – Fallingwater (Frank Lloyd Wright).
Modernist Art & Architecture: Museum Design (Contemporary Māori Patterns). New Zealand – ‘The City Rail Link Building.’
By William Van Zyl Published in March 2024 Are you interested in incorporating contemporary Māori shapes, forms, patterns, and colours into your art, architecture, or product design? This article explores a modern approach to integrating these elements and showcases AI-generated images, including a design for a modern museum with an artistic façade. For instance, it… Continue reading Modernist Art & Architecture: Museum Design (Contemporary Māori Patterns). New Zealand – ‘The City Rail Link Building.’
Māori Stories and Folklore: Telling Creative Stories Through Contemporary Architecture and Product Design (Design Era – Modernism).
By William Van Zyl (Published 11 February 2024) This article touches on two Māori stories (folklore). I use the deeper meaning and message to consider a modern building (architecture) or chair (product design). The article is designed to provide an example of how Māori stories and culture could be embedded into contemporary design with a… Continue reading Māori Stories and Folklore: Telling Creative Stories Through Contemporary Architecture and Product Design (Design Era – Modernism).
MODERNISM: Terminology, Keywords, and Key Phrases for Architectural and Product Design.
By William Van Zyl (Published 15 January 2024). Overview: This resource will assist students, teachers, homeschoolers, artists, designers, sculpturers, and architects to develop their annotation skills by extending their vocabulary and understanding of key design words and phrases. Firstly, the features of Modernism (or a Modernist style or Design Era) are listed. Secondly, the most… Continue reading MODERNISM: Terminology, Keywords, and Key Phrases for Architectural and Product Design.
Eggs versus Manna.
By William Van Zyl (Published 7 January 2024). I eat, on average 4 eggs a day. As we know, eggs have excellent nutritional value. How many eggs do you eat in a day? About 3500 years ago, people were journeying through the desert. It took them for 40 years. They did not have any eggs.… Continue reading Eggs versus Manna.
The Sliding-Walking Rock.
By William Van Zyl (Published 4 January 2024) *Credit cover image: By Lgcharlot – Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=8514260 What is the biggest miracle you have ever seen? What is the biggest miracle you have ever heard of? I share mine with you. It is mindboggling. Imagine 1 to 2 million people in a… Continue reading The Sliding-Walking Rock.
Mirror Opens Ancient Temple Door.
By William Van Zyl – Published in December 2023. A tiny beam of light – entering from a slit in the roof of the cave – shines like a long shaft of enlightenment onto the rugged cave floor. Thousands specks of dust – hundreds of years asleep – are disturbed. They wake up. The ancient… Continue reading Mirror Opens Ancient Temple Door.
The Stitcher from Republic Shoe Repairs
By William Van Zyl (published 3 December 2023) In the electric atmosphere of the boxing ring, a dance unfolded, a symphony of jabs and blocks echoing through the tense silence. Bill and Mike tested each other’s mettle, a ballet of aggression and defence—the “Anvil” versus the “Assassin.” A moment of brilliance sparked when Bill’s feint… Continue reading The Stitcher from Republic Shoe Repairs
AI-inspired Māori Food.
By William Van Zyl (published in November 2023) Introduction: This resource includes an overview of Māori food in New Zealand over the past 700 years. I include the influence of Britain, other cultures, and Christianity on Māori food and dishes. Also included are several AI-inspired dishes (Midjourney/Discord). Additional focus on aesthetics – crockery & garnishing… Continue reading AI-inspired Māori Food.
AI-Inspired Māori Fashion.
By William Van Zyl (Published in November 2023) In this article, I provide a rich resource for artists, designers, teachers and design students. I include a short clothing and fashion design overview over the past 700 years of Māori in New Zealand. I start with traditional clothing and then progress to AI-inspired clothing—a modern and… Continue reading AI-Inspired Māori Fashion.
Forever Buck Knife.
By William Van Zyl (Published 27 November 2023) You will be surprised to read what is written on the little pamphlet in the box of a new Buck Pocket Knife. There is something very unique about it. I will also show you a picture of my hunter’s knife from 40 years ago and my stunning… Continue reading Forever Buck Knife.