For example, AA is sometimes referred to as. 1  Performance Assessment (or Performance-based) -- so-called because students are asked to perform meaningful tasks. 2  Alternative Assessment -- so-called because AA is an alternative to traditional assessments.
Gua sha is a common practice in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and an invaluable technique in an acupuncturistâs armamentarium. Gua sha is an ancient healing technique used by many clinicians of TCM. In this procedure, a lubricating medium, such as massage oil, is applied to the skin of the area to be treated.
Wala may refer to: 1  Wala (goddess), a sun goddess in Australian aboriginal spirituality. 2  Weighted Average Loan Age, a term relating to mortgage-backed securities. 3  WALA-TV, a FOX television station in southern United States.  Walla, a sound effect imitating the murmur of a crowd in the background.