Norway. He is one of the oldest European breeds, is a member of the Nordic Spitz family and is the National Dog of Norway.
How did the Norwegian Elkhound get his name?
The name is a direct translation from the original Norwegian name Norsk elghund, which means “Norwegian moose dog.” That’s right, moose, not elk.
What is the Norwegian Elkhound like?
Friendly, confident, dependable, affectionate. Stubborn and independent. Reserved with strangers until properly introduced.
How active is the Norwegian Elkhound?
Very. This is a hunter, tracker and top-performing athlete so frequent, vigorous exercise is a must, as well as interactive games and play.
Is the Norwegian Elkhound good at any dog sports or activities?
Yes. This is a smart and versatile breed. Agility, flyball, carting and herding are all great dog sports to channel the Elkhound’s energy. They are also fine swimmers.
Does the Norwegian Elkhound need a job?
Yes. Elkhounds are versatile and adaptable. Work around their stubborn streak, be inventive, and make them think the job was their idea.
Is the Norwegian Elkhound good for first-time dog owners?
They can be. They are smart but independent, so training will be a challenge. Don’t expect a push-button dog. They are also vocal, so accept that you will have to control that barking tendency from a young age. Here are some tips on controlling a dog bark.
Is the Norwegian Elkhound a good family pet?
The best match would be active owners and families that enjoy exercise and have a fenced yard. This is a strong, boisterous dog breed with a tendency to pull on the leash so exercising by a young child or a senior probably not advised. The Norwegian Elkhound is bred to hunt, so watch the rodents, pet birds and cats. The breed likes to bark so not ideal for renters, or those who are away for long periods of time.
Is the Norwegian Elkhound a good apartment dog?
Typically, no. A large, securely fenced yard is recommended for safe, off-leash exercise. This is a high-energy dog who can become destructive if suitable outlets are not provided.
Is the Norwegian Elkhound given to excessive barking?
Yes. This is a typical Nordic Spitz so he will be vocal. You will need to train your Elkhound puppy from an early age that random barking is not acceptable. Barking is often a sign of boredom so keep his environment interesting.
Does the Norwegian Elkhound make a good traveler?
Typically, yes. Get him accustomed to car travel early. Crate training is essential for safe car and air travel, hotel and motel stays, overnight visits to the veterinarian, etc.
Is the Norwegian Elkhound easy to groom?
Yes, in terms of not requiring visits to a professional groomer for trimming. However, the breed has a thick, double coat so there is lots of shedding year-round. Frequent, thorough brushing will remove a lot of that dead hair before it ends up on your floors, carpets, furniture and clothes. In his favor, the Elkhound coat does not carry a doggy smell, and so baths are not frequently needed. Regular care of nails, ears and anal glands is necessary, as with every dog.
How popular is the Norwegian Elkhound?
No. 100 in the American Kennel Club list of most popular breeds in 2021, based on annual registrations. (There are 200 AKC-recognized breeds in all.)
Twitter users on Monday voted in a public poll to oust Elon Musk as the social media company’s CEO.
Following that, Musk said henceforth only paying Twitter Blue subscribers will be able to vote on policy-related matters.
He was responding to a suggestion that only paid members should be allowed to vote in such polls.
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Hours after a public poll on Twitter voted to oust Elon Musk as the CEO of the company, he said only paying subscribers — that’s Twitter Blue members — will be able to vote on policy-related matters.
The Twitter CEO was responding to a Blue member‘s suggestion that only paying members should be allowed to vote in policy-related polls because “we actually have skin in the game.”
“Twitter will make that change,” Musk tweeted on Monday.
Twitter Blue is a paid subscription service that charges users for a blue checkmark next to their account names and offers early access to certain features. The program costs $8 a month for web users in the US and is one of Musk’s strategy to monetize the platform — which he said was losing $4 million a day.
Over 10 million, or 57.5% of 17.5 million Twitter users who participated in the poll voted for Musk to step down as the CEO.
“Should I step down as head of Twitter? I will abide by the results of this poll,” Musk had tweeted on Sunday while posting the poll.
The last week has been especially tumultuous for Twitter users after a series of snap changes at the platform.
Last Wednesday, Twitter suspended accounts that tracked private jets — including Musk’s own private plane — using publicly available information. Musk cited safety concerns behind the move.
On Friday, Twitter suspended the accounts of several journalists, after Musk accused them of doxxing him. Some of the accounts have since been reinstated.
Twitter also announced last week users would no longer be able to promote their accounts on other social media platforms — although it has since removed the page that detailed the policy.
On Monday, the Twitter Safety team polled users on whether it should have a policy that prevents “the creation of or use of existing accounts for the main purpose of advertising other social media platforms.”
Twitter did not immediately respond to Insider’s request for comment sent outside regular business hours.
Your dog sheds all over the place. While you love him dearly, you want to make sure he doesn’t cover your home in hair or fur.
By researching the best brushes for dogs with short hair and long hair – and purchasing the right product – you can combat shedding and keep your dog looking great at the same time.
The difference between a regular dog brush and a shedding bush
A regular dog brush smoothes the surface of your dog’s fur as well as removes loose debris and hair on the outer coat, according to Megan Conrad, a licensed veterinarian in Oregon and member of online veterinarian service Hello Ralphie. A deshedding tool or a rake will get through your dog’s outer coat and remove loose fur from the undercoat, if your pup has one. Usually, they are designed with metal bristles or teeth and a handle.
Using a dog brush for shedding: Shorthaired vs. longhaired dogs
You can use a deshedding brush or tool on longhaired or shorthaired dogs. However, when it comes to a regular groomer brush, find a dog brush specifically designed for your dog’s coat length. Dr. Conrad says that something with shorter and softer bristles that are closer together is better for shorthaired dogs, while longer bristles will get all the way through to your longhaired dog’s coat.
Dr. Conrad recommends reading reviews and talking to your vet or groomer.
The best dog brush for shedding
An example of one of the best dog brushes for shedding is the Andis Pet Self-Cleaning Animal Slicker Brush, which reduces shedding by up to 90% and has a self-cleaning button that removes hair from the brush. You can also try Andis’ DeShedding Tool, an undercoat grooming tool that will not scratch your dog’s skin and is for dogs of every size.
Remember, if your dog isn’t cooperating while you’re using one of these brushes, try positive reinforcement training. Give him a treat, wait until he’s settled down, and use a calm, nice tone with him. Then, he’ll be more likely to sit still and be open to your deshedding tool or brush.
Identifying the best types of kitchen sinks for your space is one of the most daunting tasks in building or renovating a kitchen. Finding the best types of kitchen sinks are vital because the sink is one of the busiest spots in the kitchen. Kitchen sinks are also an important focal point and set the tone of the kitchen.
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Kitchen sink options vary in distinct ways according to mounting style, appearance, basin configuration, and material used in their construction. We will walk through the various options to help you decide which sink will fit your needs the best.
Types of Kitchen Sinks by Mounting Style
The mounting style refers to the way that you install your kitchen sink. You should decide this based on the type of countertops you have, the appearance of the sink, and your style of maintenance.
Undermount Kitchen Sink
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An undermount kitchen sink is installed below the level of the countertop. This mounting style minimizes visible distraction and works well for simple and modern kitchen styles. This mounting style requires significant support beneath the counters and works best with strong counters like quartz, solid surface, or natural stone.
Pros
Clean and Sleek – Because there is no visible rim, countertops can create a continuous line.
Easy Maintenance – It is easier to keep countertops clean as you can wipe debris from the counters straight into the sink.
Resale Value – This gives your kitchen a custom look that is attractive to homebuyers.
Cons
Installation – Professional installation is required.
Cost – With the price of installation and cost of the sink, this is one of the highest cost sink installation methods.
Replacement – The hole in the counter is measured to the exact specification of a particular sink, so to replace it can be difficult.
Drop-in Kitchen Sink
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Drop-in kitchen sinks, also called self rimming or top mount sinks, feature a visible rim above the counter. Drop-in sinks are installed by making a rough cut hole in the counter and dropping the sink into this hole. The weight of this kind of sink is supported by the rim that sits on the counter, therefore not as much lower support is needed.
Pros
Installation – This kind of sink is easy for anyone to install.
Cost – You can keep your costs down by buying and installing this sink yourself.
Cons
Counter Space – The rim along the edge of the sink takes up counter space.
Continuous Flow – The visible rim interrupts the flow of the counters.
Farmhouse Kitchen Sink
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A farmhouse kitchen sink has both a unique appearance and mounting style. This sink, also called an apron front sink, has a wide flat or rounded front side that is visible from the front of the cabinets. These types of sinks are heavy and require extra support under the cabinet. Farmhouse sinks can be undermount or drop-in along the sides and back but will always be exposed in the front. They require custom cabinetry to expose the front side.
Pros
Size – These sinks are large with big basins to accommodate large pots and pans.
Appearance – Farmhouse kitchen sinks have both an on-trend and timeless style that works well with many kitchen styles.
Cons
Cost – Farmhouse sinks are more expensive than standard kitchen sinks.
Installation – Farmhouse sinks are harder to install and may require a professional to do it increasing the overall cost.
Space – These are large sinks that take up valuable counter space and may not work in smaller kitchen styles.
Integrated Kitchen Sink
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Integrated kitchen sinks, also called integral sinks, are mounted together with the countertops as they are one piece. Integrated sinks and countertops are crafted from various materials but the most common are stainless steel, quartz, natural stone, acrylic, and solid surfaces like Corian.
Pros
Seamless Appearance – There is no break between the sink and the counter, so it presents a clean style.
Easy Maintenance – It is easy to clean the sinks and countertops because there is no seam where grime can get trapped.
Customizable – Often fabricators can create the exact style of sink you want based on your specifications.
Cons
Expensive – This kind of sink is more expensive than standard kitchen sinks.
Replacement – If the sink or countertop gets damaged you cannot replace just one.
Vessel Kitchen Sink
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A vessel sink is one that sits on top of the countertops. Some vessel sinks sit on top of the counter while others are recessed.
Pros
Appearance – This type of sink style gives your kitchen a unique look.
Installation – This installation requires no cutting of the countertops so the installation is easier.
Cons
Stability – These sinks are secured at just one point, so they are not as stable as other installation types.
Durability – These sinks feature exposed edges on each side, so they are prone to chipping and breaking.
Types of Kitchen Sink by Basin Configuration
There are different types of sink basin options. Single and double types of sinks are the most popular, though busy kitchens may require more basins.
Single Basin Kitchen Sink
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Single basin kitchen sink types have a wide range of sizes and styles. They feature one small or large basin with no separation for other kitchen tasks like drying or food prep.
Pros
Large Tasks – It is easier to wash large dishes, pots, and pans with one large basin.
Appearance – Single basin sinks have a classic and timeless look that works well for traditional kitchen styles.
Cons
Rinsing – There is no designated area to rinse dishes or to do food prep.
Double Basin Kitchen Sink
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Double basin sinks are the most popular of sink types. They can feature two basins separated by a ridge the height of the edges of the sink. They can also feature dividers that are lower, rising just halfway up the basin sides.
Pros
Separate Compartment – Two basins allow the separation of duties like washing, drying, and food prep.
Single Basin Look – Low divide kitchen sink styles appear to be a single basin but allow the separation between basins.
Cons
Size – Most double basins sinks are large and take up more space in the kitchen.
Multiple Basin Kitchen Sinks
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Multiple basin sinks feature three or more basins. These often feature basins of different sizes, the smallest in the middle. These are large sink styles that work best in kitchens with large countertop areas.
Pros
Flexibility – The multiple basins allow for flexibility of tasks.
Cons
Size – Triple basins sinks are large and take up ample countertop space.
Types of Kitchen Sink by Material
One of the most important factors in choosing a kitchen sink is the material that fabricators use to manufacture the sink. This will impact the longevity and cost of the sink and the style that it reflects.
Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink
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Stainless steel is one of the most popular types of kitchen sinks. This material is practical because it is durable, easy to maintain, and attractive. Practical stainless steel sinks include drainboard sinks that feature an area to dry dishes. Buy a 16-18 gauge stainless steel sink because these will be the most durable over time.
Pros
Durability – Stainless steel can stand up to high levels of abuse and still remain solid.
Easy Care – Stainless steel cleans up well with just a few basic cleaners.
Clean – Stainless steel is antibacterial.
Cost – Stainless steel sinks are the one of the best sink styles for people on a tight budget.
Cons
Loud – Washing dishes on the hard surface of stainless steel is noisy.
Hard Water Stains – Stainless steel sink styles show hard water stains more than white sinks.
Cast Iron Kitchen Sink
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Cast iron kitchen sink styles feature a heavy cast iron base covered with an enamel coating. This is one of the best types of kitchen sink option if you want to create a historic or traditional kitchen design.
Pros
Stain and Dent Resistant – The hard base and enamel covering is resistant to wear.
Easy Care – Cast iron is one of the easiest sink types to maintain.
Durable – Cast irons kitchen sinks will last 20-30 years.
Cons
Weight – Cast iron kitchen sinks are some of the heaviest available. Most cabinets will require extra support.
Expensive – These sinks are some of the most expensive options available.
Quartz Kitchen Sink
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Quartz and quartz composite sinks are popular because they are durable, beautiful, and cost-effective. These are a mixture of quartz mixed with resins to bind the particles together.
Pros
Durable – Quartz and quartz composite sinks are some of the most durable kitchen sink options lasting 40-50 years.
Easy Care – These sinks are easy to keep clean and maintain over time and are resistant to scratching, staining, and denting.
Sound Absorbing – Quartz is a good sound absorber, so it reduces the noise while washing dishes.
Cons
Breakage – Quartz is a hard material, so glasses and dishes will break when dropped in the sink.
Granite Composite Kitchen Sink
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Granite composite sinks give you the quality and durability of granite sinks without the high price tag. Granite composite features ground granite particles mixed with resin to bind them together.
Pros
Durable – Granite composite sinks are some of the most durable kitchen sink options lasting for 40-50 years.
Easy Care – Granite composite sinks are easy to keep clean and are resistant to scratching, staining, and denting.
Sound Absorbing – The composite part of granite sinks bring a sound absorbing quality to the granite sink.
Cons
Weight – Granite composite sinks are heavy and may require additional structural support.
Fireclay Kitchen Sink
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Fireclay kitchen sinks are made by heating clay to a high degree. This creates a durable and beautiful sink type. These are one of the most popular types of materials available for farmhouse sinks.
Pros
Durable – The high temperatures that are used to create fireclay sinks create a long-lasting sink that can withstand stains, scratches, and heat.
Handcrafted – Fireclay sinks are handcrafted so each is unique.
Cons
Weight – Fireclay sinks, similar to cast iron, are heavy and require additional structural cabinet support.
Cost – Fireclay sinks are one of the more expensive types of kitchen sinks.
Dents – Fireclay sinks are durable, but can chip or dent if you drop heavy objects on them.
Acrylic Kitchen Sink
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Acrylic sinks are made from hard plastics that fabricators mold into various designs.
Pros
Cost – Acrylic kitchen sinks are one of the least expensive varieties of kitchen sinks available
Weight – Acrylic sinks are light and easy for DIY installation.
Cons
Durability – Acrylic sinks are not durable compared to heavier sinks like fireclay and cast iron. They are not resistant to stains, scratches, dents, or heat.
Porcelain Kitchen Sink
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Porcelain is one of the oldest types of materials for sinks. These sinks are made by heating elements at a high temperature to create a non-porous and smooth structure. One way to increase the durability of porcelain is to buy a porcelain sink with a vitreous china coating. Manufacturers also use porcelain as an enamel such as on a porcelain coated steel kitchen sink.
Pros
Beauty – Porcelain has a smooth and silky finish that has a classic appearance.
Durable – Porcelain sinks are durable and resistant to staining, scratching, and heat.
Easy Care – Porcelain sinks are easy to keep clean with household cleaners.
Cons
Weight – Porcelain sinks are heavy and may require extra structural support.
Denting – Porcelain sinks may dent and chip if heavy objects are dropped on them.
Natural Stone Kitchen Sink
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It is hard to beat the beauty and timeless appeal of a natural stone kitchen sink. These include materials like marble, soapstone, and granite.
Pros
Style – Natural stone kitchen sinks have a one-of-a-kind look that creates a natural focal point for your kitchen.
Durable – Natural stone sinks have the longest lifespan lasting upwards of 100 years.
Resistant – Natural stone is resistant to scratching, staining, and heat.
Variety – There are many different types of sinks made from natural stone, so you can choose a stone that suits your style.
Cons
Cost – Natural stone kitchen sinks are some of the most expensive types of kitchen sinks available.
Weight – Natural stone sinks are heavy and will require extra structural support.
Maintenance – Natural stone is porous, so sinks will require sealing on a regular basis to maintain their resistance to water and stains.
One-fifth of workers polled by ZipRecruiter said they ghosted an employer in their latest job hunt.
Workers in the 18-to-34 age bracket were the biggest culprits.
One ghoster told us: “I’m the classic younger millennial, and I’m very deliberate with what I like.”
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Most job seekers have a disappointing story about suddenly losing touch with a promising company. But ghosting — the practice of cutting off all communication without warning or explanation — goes both ways in the professional sphere.
Once a rare phenomenon, candidates in a tight labor market are increasingly abandoning employers after attending interviews — and sometimes even after accepting a formal job offer.
In an October survey by ZipRecruiter, 21.6% of respondents said they’d “ghosted” a prospective employer during their latest job hunt. The employment marketplace polled 2,550 US residents who’d started a new job within the previous six months.
Younger workers are the biggest culprits. In ZipRecruiter’s survey, those in the 18-to-34 age bracket were three times as likely as workers over 55 to have left an employer in the lurch.
What’s led to the rise in ‘professional ghosting’?
Companies — especially smaller businesses — are feeling the pinch. One-third of small businesses polled in Canada recently said they’d hired people who never showed up or stopped coming in work shortly after starting. Some simply cut off all communication midway through the application process, according to research by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business.
CFIB’s president, Dan Kelly, said this rise in “professional ghosting” might be a lasting symptom of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many companies fired and rehired staff amid successive lockdowns, and “employees understandably felt an erosion of confidence that their employer was providing them with stable work,” he said.
Kelly added that he thought labor shortages in both the US and Canada were empowering workers to cut off communication. The US unemployment rate has been consistently low since the end of pandemic-induced restrictions — remaining below 4% throughout 2022.
“Employers are desperate for workers, and employees know that there are plenty of jobs out there. As a result, they’re perhaps less concerned about potential damage to their reputation.”
Young workers want employers that align with their values
Nicole Gray, a 27-year-old marketer in London, described herself as a “serial ghoster.”
“I’m the classic younger millennial, and I’m very deliberate with what I like and what I don’t like,” she said.
Gray told Insider her recently diagnosed ADHD may have played into her recurrent pattern of ghosting but that she’s proud of how mindful she was about whether a company aligned with her values.
Before accepting a job, Gray always checks out company reviews on sites like Glassdoor and examines the social-media profiles of the senior-leadership team.
This has sometimes prompted her to withdraw, or even abandon, applications. Gray once ghosted a prospective employer after an initial interview. She said she had noticed that the company’s director had liked “a weird and disrespectful comment about women” on LinkedIn.
She’s also ghosted companies after negative interview experiences. On one occasion, Gray said, the interviewers “were critiquing somebody else’s CV in front of me and making fun of all the spelling mistakes.”
Gray didn’t respond to the hiring team after the interview. She said: “Deleted, blocked — that’s not for me.”
Another interviewer kept her waiting for about 40 minutes, she said, and didn’t offer any apology or explanation.
Gray said: “That’s just not the kind of company I want to work for.”
She told Insider she’s trying to become a “reformed ghoster” and make a conscious effort to offer specific feedback if she felt a prospective employer wasn’t the right fit. Nevertheless, she doesn’t feel too guilty about her past actions.
Gray said: “I felt like I’d be ghosted in return. Companies are really crappy at getting back to you.”
Animal rescue nonprofit organizations share the common goal of finding forever homes for every dog irrespective of age, breed or coat color. Whether you’re looking to adopt, foster or maybe you’re looking to make a financial donation without bringing a pet into your home, do your homework by visiting dog rescue websites as they have all the information you’ll need.
Both the nonprofit animal adoption and fostering processes rely on asking and answering lots of questions to ensure potential pet parents can not only offer a great home but have the time to nurture a new family member. The same applies to successfully fostering.
Here’s our list of the top six animal rescue organizations, including resources that focus on specific groups of dogs, such as senior dogs, who are generally the hardest to place in homes:
Maddie’s Fund is a leading voice in the animal welfare world for bold ideas, providing learning resources, funding and opportunities to aid both rescue groups as well as individual adopters and foster carers. Maddie’s Fund has awarded nearly $300 million in grants to furthering shelter medicine education and establishing foster care as a standard nationwide.
The Senior Dog Project is a one-stop, go-to website that helps to re-home senior dogs, which this rescue considers to be over the age of five. Other organizations consider dogs to be senior when they are 7 years old. The site, through its various categories, re-directs adopters to special organizations in every state that focus on senior dogs. The Senior Dog Project site also lists sanctuaries for senior dogs throughout the country, too. Further, there’s in-depth information on the special kind of care that older dogs may require to be active and healthy family members. Senior dogs make great companions and have a lot of love to give a family in their golden years. It is not a rescue, does not accept donations, advertising nor arrange or supervise the adoption of dogs.
Rural Dog Rescue has a mission to rescue high-risk dogs in economically challenged, high-kill shelters in rural areas. These dogs, who the organization calls “underdogs,” are often overlooked for both adoption and rescue and include hounds, who are abandoned in the southern part of the country after the hunting season. Other dogs who typically have trouble getting adopted:
Visiting all of the above rescue animal organization sites, even if you aren’t adopting or, gives great insight into animal welfare and the future of a no-kill animal world in America.
Michael Hsu Office of Architecture used chunky timber batons to create a deep partition that frames the tiled reception area, creating the impression of a central hearth.
A wooden lattice frames the entrance to Uchiko Houston
“Inspired by the central hearth of Japanese farmhouses, Uchiko presents a sense of intimacy with a central focal point, which feels both old and new,” said the studio.
“The rough material is manipulated in a refined manner to create an unexpected arrival experience.”
Warm-toned materials create a cosy atmosphere in the dining rooms
The studio created this latest location for the Uchi brand as a sister concept – Uchiko meaning “child of Uchi” – after designing its space in Miami earlier this year.
Some of the design elements used in the South Florida restaurant were adapted for this counterpart, including a latticed screen around the entryway.
Booths are lined with blue patterned wallpaper by Camille Warmington
Throughout the restaurant, warm tones of timber and Venetian plaster are found alongside cooler blues as in the banquette upholstery and patterned wallpaper by artist Camille Warmington behind the booths.
The same colour was used by local muralists Alfredo and Vera Montenegro to draw the eye up to double-height portions of the ceiling, which gently curve at the top.
Murals that echo the wallpaper patterns draw the eye up to the mezzanine level
A mezzanine level overlooking the murals includes a private dining space with a bar and sushi bar inhabiting opposite walls.
Reclaimed walnut flooring runs through the two main dining spaces, positioned on either side of the hearth-like entryway.
A chef’s table sits at the centre of the restaurant
The room is also punctuated by a large private dining area, as well as a chef’s table featuring a large, blue fringe light fixture.
White oak and cedar furniture, including custom banquettes influenced by the work of Brazilian modernist designer Jose Zanine Caldas, are enhanced with bronze and brass details.
A long sushi bar stretches the back of the space, with a linear light fixture above highlighting the performances of the chefs behind.
Custom-designed, cast concrete light shades by sculptor Brandon Mike feature in the entryway and above the dining tables.
A long sushi bar runs below a linear light fixture
“Bold design moves work with layered materiality to create a cosy dining experience,” said the studio.
Uchiko Houston also has an outdoor patio and bar that adds to the already lively atmosphere of the Post Oak neighbourhood.
Uchiko Houston’s outdoor patio adds to the lively atmosphere of the Post Oak neighbourhood
Michael Hsu founded his studio in Austin in 2005 and opened a second office in Houston in 2018.
Artificial intelligence chatbot ChatGPT stunned users with its ability to write like a human.
Some fear college students will use it to cheat, but these professors say they’re not too worried.
One even thinks it might make education fairer — especially for non-native speakers of English.
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An updated version of artificial intelligence chatbot ChatGPT was launched by OpenAI on November 30. Its ability to write in an intelligent and human-like manner left users impressed — and also a little bit frightened.
People have used ChatGPT to write entire blocks of code, television scripts, and even complete academic essays — sparking fears that students might use the bot to cheat their way to an easy A.
“We’re witnessing the death of the college essay in realtime,” said one user on Twitter.
But some college professors aren’t that concerned.
“I’m not a huge fan of the gloom and doom,” said Professor Stuart Selber, who teaches English at Pennsylvania State University. “Every year or two, there’s something that’s ostensibly going to take down higher education as we know it. So far, that hasn’t happened.”
Selber told Insider he’s “no more worried” about ChatGPT than any other development in the history of literary technologies. “You can go back a couple decades and find similar alarm over Word, Wikipedia, and the Internet in general,” said Selber.
While ChatGPT’s writing might seem “quite good in an abstract way”, Selber thinks it struggles to address precise or local issues, generate an original argument, or interrogate other arguments rather than just citing them. These are all key aspects of effective essay-writing in his opinion.
That’s why Selber ultimately doesn’t think essays written entirely by ChatGPT have any hope of scoring high grades.
He’s not alone in this assessment. Dr Jacqueline Antonovich, an Assistant Professor at Muhlenberg College, wrote on Twitter that she put a question from her midterm essays into ChatGPT and the paper it produced “would earn an F. Probably an F- if that’s possible.”
ChatGPT won’t replace original writing, said Selber, but it might help college students refine their work. Indeed, he thinks it might offer a shortcut for some of the more arduous tasks of essay-writing, like preparing a literature review — a summary of the existing research in a student’s topic area.
Dr Leah Henrickson, a lecturer at the University of Leeds, thinks that artificial intelligence, if used carefully, might even make education fairer.
Henrickson told Insider: “I think there’s a lot of potential for helping people express themselves in ways that they hadn’t necessarily thought about. This could be particularly useful for students who speak English as a second language, or for students who aren’t used to the academic writing style.”
Artificial intelligence tools like Grammarly, which analyzes and improves written sentences, are already widely used by college students. In Henrickson’s view, ChatGPT is just the next step — and these tools aren’t going away.
“Our students know that these tools exist,” she said. “Our job is to help them use them critically.”
According to Henrickson, the University of Leeds is already looking at modifying its assessments in reaction to the rise in artificial intelligence. It hopes to focus more on critical analysis and judgement — a human skill — rather than straightforward information retention, which a chatbot like ChatGPT can easily replicate.
Henrickson told Insider: “I’m optimistic. I think these tools, when used mindfully, can really help our students see the world in new ways.”
Your dog is most likely enjoying her Christmas treats as much as you enjoy yours! We share a few of our favorite Christmas dog treat recipes and some dog lovers baking gear to kick start your baking.
Do you have a dog treat recipe you’d like to share? Comment with your favorite Christmas or holiday dog treat recipes for us — and our pups — to try.
Dogster’s favorite Christmas dog treats
Peanut Butter Bites
Ingredients
3 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup all-natural smooth peanut butter, no salt, sugar or xylitol added
¼ cup honey (not raw honey)
2 eggs
2 tablespoons water
2 cups whole-wheat or rice flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
Directions
In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients well until the dough is stiff; if it is too sticky, mix in a small amount of flour.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until firm. Roll out the dough to half-inch thickness and cut out shapes with a cookie cutter.
Put the cookies on a baking sheet ½-inch apart. Bake at 350° F for 20 to 25 minutes.
When done, the cookie should be firm. Turn the oven off and leave the cookies in for 1 to 2 hours to harden.
Yield: approximately 40 2-inch cookies.
Banana Oatmeal Cookies
Ingredients
1 ½ cups whole-wheat or rice flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup all-natural applesauce, no sugar or xylitol added
¼ cup olive oil
3 bananas, mashed
1¼ cup honey (not raw honey)
1 3/4 cups quick cooking oats, uncooked
Directions
Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl.
With a teaspoon, drop spoonfuls of dough on a baking sheet, about 1½ inches apart. Bake at 350° F for 10 to 15 minutes.
When done, the cookies should be firm. Turn the oven off and leave the cookies in for one to two hours to harden.
Cranberry Mint Holiday Cookies for Dogs
Makes: 10 small cookies
Ingredients
¼ cup coconut flour
½ cup water
½ cup fresh or frozen unsweetened cranberries, chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped, fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons organic, unsweetened applesauce (be sure that the applesauce does not contain any added ingredients)
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Make your flax egg by adding the ground flaxseeds with warm water in a large mixing bowl and whisk. Allow this to sit for 10 minutes until it forms a gel-like consistency.
Add the applesauce, chopped apple, mint and cranberries. Stir to combine.
Incorporate the coconut flour and water and stir again.
Drop into bite-sized cookies or cut out and place on the lined baking sheet.
