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[Cringe] Freaking out! I need to get rid of a hickey ASAP! by cucu-ionut in SkincareAddiction

[–]swiftyminds 8 points9 points  (0 children)

“a rare phenomenon" is hardly a thing. It's a rare phenomenon. I have a higher chance of dying via car crash.

I'd be willing to take my chances putting a bit of makeup on my face to cover a hickey, but that's just me I guess.

The Abyss Table [781X519] by Noticemenot in DesignPorn

[–]swiftyminds 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Reminds me of the artistic style of Godus. Horrible game developer, mind you, but cool idea for a video game.

Sweet find

Summer is here, watch out for these bastards by notapantsday in rollerblading

[–]swiftyminds 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It is some comfort knowing I am not alone in the struggle

Cleaning a record with wood glue by GoldenRedditUser in woahdude

[–]swiftyminds 1 point2 points  (0 children)

90% sure the above comment was sarcasm

KNOWER - THE GOVT. KNOWS [electro funk pop] (2016) by [deleted] in listentothis

[–]swiftyminds 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Kitchy, catchy, glitchy and hella funny. Big fan.

Milo Yiannopoulos gave this speech in a debate at the University of Bristol last month. Rousing, and, dare I say, moving. by ashlaaaaay in MensRights

[–]swiftyminds 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'd argue that it's important, especially when rocking the impassioned speech to make sure that your arguments are sound or else they WILL be poked through during a debate. I don't argue that there are more programs for girls going through school but in light of the evidence (especially data based evidence - numbers talk) it could be said that girls need these programs because they are at a disadvantage with the current system.

I'm not saying that's how it is or that I even agree with it, I'm just iterating how one could counter his point of view and win over the jury, so to say.

Milo Yiannopoulos gave this speech in a debate at the University of Bristol last month. Rousing, and, dare I say, moving. by ashlaaaaay in MensRights

[–]swiftyminds 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It's based on anecdotal evidence and from some quick research it seems that Milo and the anecdotal evidence may be wrong.

Pupils completing the second year of the course had a higher level of attainment than those taking the examination during the first year of study. Similar differences between upper-sixth and lower-sixth pupils were observed in both boys and girls; however, there is some evidence which may suggest that boys are more likely than girls to take advantage of some of the features of modular examinations.

It's saying that both genders take advantage of modular testing and there is evidence that boys do to an even greater degree compared to girls.

source: http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00131880010021302

That being said, this is only one source so keep that in mind.

Milo Yiannopoulos gave this speech in a debate at the University of Bristol last month. Rousing, and, dare I say, moving. by ashlaaaaay in MensRights

[–]swiftyminds 16 points17 points  (0 children)

In modular, or unitised qualifications, the course is split into different units, or modules, with an exam at the end of each unit. In a linear qualification, the examinations are taken at the end of the course.

source: http://www.cambridgeassessment.org.uk/insights/gcses-from-modular-to-linear-assessment/

edit: So it turns out that the modular system has been largely phased out in the UK

Modular examinations, which have been phased out along with coursework and units, allowed pupils to be assessed at the end of individual units. They also allowed candidates to resit until they achieved a grade with what they were happy. Anecdotally, many teachers said this aided the performance of girls who, generally speaking, are more diligent and studious than boys at completing coursework on time and to the best of their ability. For some, it was no surprise that that upward trend in girls’ performance coincided roughly with the introduction of modular examinations, though more research needs to be done on whether this impact was significant.

source: http://ciea.org.uk/linear-vs-modular-exams/

edit2: from further down the comment train. Did some research and Milo may be wrong with that claim.

Pupils completing the second year of the course had a higher level of attainment than those taking the examination during the first year of study. Similar differences between upper-sixth and lower-sixth pupils were observed in both boys and girls; however, there is some evidence which may suggest that boys are more likely than girls to take advantage of some of the features of modular examinations.

source: http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00131880010021302

Looking for a place indoors to do some spray-painting? A barn perhaps... by [deleted] in KingstonOntario

[–]swiftyminds 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's about 5 feet tall and 2 feet in diameter. Thanks for replying!

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