Exploring First-Generation College Students Leadership Behaviors and Actions during Intramural Sports - Milone, Joseph (Journal of Campus Activities Practice and Scholarship, 2021)
College graduates need to have specific leadership-related skills, behaviors, and traits when entering the workforce. Campus involvement is one way for students to develop such areas. Therefore, this qualitative study explored the self-reported leadership skills of first-generation college students who were actively participating in intramural sports. Twelve students from a 4-year public university in the Northeast were interviewed about the research-driven photographs they submitted depicting leadership skills they engaged in during intramural sports participation. Photograph captions and interviews were analyzed using Kouzes and Posner's (2014) leadership model. Findings revealed that students reported engaging in behaviors and actions aligned with the leadership practices described by Kouzes and Posner (2014). These findings can help inform the decisions campus recreation professionals make about the role leadership development plays in program offerings.
ERIC Number: EJ1330750
Keywords: First Generation College Students; Intramural Athletics; Leadership Qualities; Photography; Student Attitudes; Student Behavior; Student Leadership; dept.rec; peer-reviewed

Identifying Coach and Institutional Characteristics That Facilitate the Development of NCAA Wheelchair Basketball Programs - Rutland, Emily A.; Suttiratana, Sakinah C.; Huang, Patrick; Ayala, Kimberly E. Ona; McGinniss, Kevin T.; Tuakli-Wosornu, Yetsa A. (Sports Innovation Journal, 2022)
Background: Despite national and institutional policies, American colleges do not currently provide student-athletes with disabilities equal access to sports opportunities. Disabled youth who wish to pursue their academic and athletic dreams in college thus have prohibitively limited options, even with popular American sports such as basketball. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to identify characteristics and factors that may facilitate the development and perpetuation of collegiate wheelchair basketball programs in the United States. Methods: Five qualitative interviews were conducted with coaches and/or program administrators of established college wheelchair basketball programs. Interviews were coded and analyzed to explore common themes. Results: Thematic data analysis uncovered five common themes important to the development and maintenance of these programs: a) coach characteristics, b) actions to recognize and address equity, c) boosters, d) institutional barriers, and e) network effects. Conclusion: These common factors are important in the development, sustainability, and longevity of college wheelchair basketball programs and should be considered by those interested in starting similar programs.
Keywords: Collegiate Sports; NCAA Sports; Para Sport; Wheelchair Basketball; adaptive sports; dept.rec; peer-reviewed

A Systematic Review of Interventions to Improve the Occupation of Play in Children With Autism - Kuhaneck, Heather; Spitzer, Susan L.; Bodison, Stefanie C. (OTJR: Occupational Therapy Journal of Research, 2020)
Play in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is often atypical, yet consensus regarding effective occupational therapy strategies for improving play is not established. To examine the efficacy of strategies used in occupational therapy to improve play in ASD, authors completed a systematic review of papers from January 1980 through January 2019. Search terms included autism, Asperger’s, ASD, autistic in combination with play, playfulness, pretend, imagination, praxis, creativity, and generativity. Twenty papers met inclusion criteria and were reviewed. Reviewed interventions included parent education, modified play materials or environments, imitation of the child, and modeling by an adult, a peer, or video. Moderate to strong support exists for the specific strategies of imitation of the child and modeling for the child, with lesser or mixed support for other strategies. Certain strategies commonly used in occupational therapy may be effective in improving the occupation of play in ASD.
Keywords: dept.rec; peer-reviewed

The Occupational Therapist as a Tour Guide to the Land of "PLAY" - Kuhaneck, Heather (Making Play Just Right: Unleashing the Power of Play in Occupational Therapy, 2022)

Selecting Play Activities through Sound Professional Reasoning - Kuhaneck, Heather (Making Play Just Right: Unleashing the Power of Play in Occupational Therapy, 2022)

Playful Play Spaces - Kuhaneck, Heather (Making Play Just Right: Unleashing the Power of Play in Occupational Therapy, 2022)

Play in School-Based Occupational Therapy - Kuhaneck, Heather (Making Play Just Right: Unleashing the Power of Play in Occupational Therapy, 2022)

Informal Play Assessment and Activity Analysis - Kuhaneck, Heather (Making Play Just Right: Unleashing the Power of Play in Occupational Therapy, 2022)

Contributions of the Profession of Occupational Therapy to the Understanding of the Phenomenon of Play as an Occupation - Kuhaneck, Heather (Making Play Just Right: Unleashing the Power of Play in Occupational Therapy, 2022)

Making Play Just Right: Unleashing the Power of Play in Occupational Therapy - Kuhaneck, Heather; Spitzer, Susan L. (Jones & Bartlett Learning, 2022)
Keywords: dept.rec

Effect of online courses on US college students’ knowledge about health disparities - Njoku, Anuli (Health Education Journal, 2019)
Objective: To describe faculty efforts to deliver and evaluate health disparities–related education in US online undergraduate and graduate public health courses. Design: A pre- and post-survey was given to a cohort of 46 US college students in three public health courses taught asynchronously online over an 8-week period in 2017. This study took place at a mid-sized, public, rural, midwestern US university. Method: Faculty received professional development and online training and were assigned to develop courses for a new public health programme. Following the receipt of ethical approval, students completed anonymous, online pre- and post-surveys to assess effect of intentional instructional approaches on their knowledge and attitudes about health disparities. Curricula incorporated various assessment methods and teaching strategies. Descriptive statistics were used to compare pre- and post-survey scores and analyse demographic data. Paired t-tests and one-way analysis of variance were used to analyse pre- and post-survey test scores. Results: At post-survey, students demonstrated a positive change in mean scores for several items, including for ability to discuss the role of theory in understanding health behaviour and disparities in health status (3.20 vs 4.06; p < .001) and ability to discuss strategies health promotion programmes can use to reduce health disparities (3.47 vs 4.40; p < .001). Post-survey response rate was 87%. Conclusion: Results suggest an effective way to increase health disparities knowledge among online college students. Additional research is encouraged to expand upon these findings.
Keywords: dept.pch; peer-reviewed

Infusing Health Disparities Awareness Into Public Health Curricula at a Rural Midwestern University - Njoku, Anuli; Wakeel, Fathima (Pedagogy in Health Promotion, 2019)
Preventable differences in health outcomes between U.S. population subgroups, related to factors such as race or ethnicity, income, and geographic location, are troubling. Geographically, rural American communities experience higher rates of adverse health conditions when compared with urban areas, further widening disparities in health outcomes. Such disparities necessitate the creation of effective curricula to enable students to address the health needs of underserved populations. By intentionally incorporating health disparities awareness content into the curricula, undergraduate and graduate public health programs can play an integral role in developing conscious health practitioners to help close gaps in health outcomes. Moreover, rural health courses may increase students’ interest in rural health careers. This article presents the process and results of faculty efforts to design and deliver health disparities–related education in undergraduate and graduate public health courses at a rural Midwestern U.S. university. Various teaching development programs inspired faculty to use intentional instructional approaches to teach students about health disparities. Consequently, faculty incorporated a variety of assessment methods and teaching styles to infuse health disparities awareness content into public health courses. Results from students’ course evaluations and reflections are discussed along with lessons learned and implications for future pedagogical directions.
Keywords: dept.pch; peer-reviewed

Rural America and Coronavirus Epidemic: Challenges and Solutions - Ameh, Governor G.; Njoku, Anuli; Inungu, Jeff; Younis, Mustafa (European Journal of Environment and Public Health, 2020)
There are emerging concerns about the preparedness of rural communities in the United States in the face of the 2019 novel coronavirus (called SARS-CoV-2, causing the disease COVID-19) considering the existing disparities across the social determinants of health between rural and urban Americans. Taking into account the current exponential rate of spread of the coronavirus, this article critically examines the risk facing the 60 million Americans living in rural areas, discusses possible solutions pertaining to rural COVID-19 prevention, and examines measures to consider to prepare for this epidemic before it reaches rural areas.
Keywords: dept.pch; peer-reviewed

Anxiety and Depression among Breast Cancer Patients Undergoing Treatment in Ghana - Kyei, K. A.; Oswald, J. W.; Njoku, A. U.; Kyei, J. B.; Vanderpuye, V.; Tschida, P. (African Journal of Biomedical Research, 2020)
Breast cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy often experience severe levels of anxiety and depression within the African context. There is a gap in the research literature from Africa, particularly Ghana, with few studies focusing on depression among patients undergoing radiation treatment. The purpose of the study was to find various interventions for depression and anxiety among breast cancer patients in Ghana. A mixed method study examined breast cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy and their responses through a concurrent triangulation involving an interview with selected professional and a detailed patient survey. In all, 100 patients between the ages of 20-89 completed a questionnaire and individual interviews were held with 6 professionals with a minimum of 5 years of work experience. Themes were generated through open coding of the interview data, while multiple regression was performed to determine the relationship between depression and anxiety with the independent variables. In all, 89% had no family history of breast cancer, and the majority (55%) had the disease duration of one to three years. Almost 95% of patients with breast cancer had anxiety and depression in different categories. This included hair loss, discolored finger nails, cost of treatment, and fear of the unknown. Age and monthly income of patients were statistically significant in predicting the anxiety and depression among the patients. Coping mechanisms are essential for all patients undergoing treatment. This study’s implications will lead to positive change when all stakeholders assist in implementing measures to promote coping strategies for breast cancer patients in Ghana.
Number: 2
Keywords: Anxiety; coping; depression; dept.pch; experience; intervention; peer-reviewed

Cancers in Rural Areas in the United States - Njoku, A.; Wakeel, F. (Foundations of Rural Public Health in America, 2021)
Foundations of Rural Public Health in America spans a wide variety of important issues affecting rural public health, including consumer and family health, environmental and occupational health, mental health, substance abuse, disease prevention and control, rural health care delivery systems, and health disparities. Divided into five sections, the book covers understanding rural communities, public health systems and policies for rural communities, health disparities in rural communities and among special populations, and advancing rural health including assessment, planning and intervention. Written by a multidisciplinary team of experienced scholars and practitioners, this authoritative text comprehensively covers rural health issues today.
Google-Books-ID: AN0PEAAAQBAJ
Keywords: Medical / Public Health; dept.pch

Environmental health disparities and maternal and child health: applying the life course approach - Wakeel, Fathima; Njoku, Anuli (Handbook of Social Sciences and Global Public Health, 2023)
Mounting evidence suggests that differential environmental exposures significantly contribute to a wide range of population health disparities. Adopting a life course approach to maternal and child health enables readers to uncover the mechanisms by which prenatal and early life environmental exposures potentially shape both short- and long-term physical and mental health outcomes. This chapter applies the life course approach to explore the adverse influences of environmental risk factors on maternal and child health. The following four case studies will be discussed: (1) the pervasive impacts of secondhand smoke; (2) the deleterious effects of lead exposure; (3) the development of asthma; and (4) the potential origins of autism spectrum disorder. The chapter also provides recommendations for programmatic and policy interventions to reduce the prevalence of four salient environmental hazards, including secondhand smoke, lead, air pollution, and pesticides, as well as proposed future directions in research regarding these exposures.
Keywords: Asthma; Autism spectrum disorder; Environmental health justice; Health equity; Lead exposure; Life course approach; Maternal and child health; Secondhand smoke exposure; dept.pch

Transnational Indigenous feminisms: Four narratives for global Indigeneity - Lin, Y.-C.T.; Carlson, B.; Juanena, C.J.-A.; Sy, C.; Wilson, A. (Global networks of Indigeneity: Peoples, sovereignty and futures, 2023)
Keywords: dept.wgs

Study plans and programs supporting geriatric dentistry teaching in Cuba: An update - Asanza, D.M.; Herrera, I.A.R.; Njoku, A.; Puig, A.C.R.; Mouloudj, F.; Capote, I.G.; Maupome, G. (Geriatric Dentistry in the Age of Digital Technology, 2023)
The aging population in the world constitutes one of the greatest challenges of the 21st century across social sectors; dental education is no exception. This review explored the status of geriatric dentistry teaching in Cuba and contrasted it with examples from international curricula and programs. Google Scholar, PubMed, Wiley, and Scielo databases were used to search for articles that address geriatric dentistry topics, focusing on undergraduate curricular issues and the management of postgraduate specialization. The findings highlight the need to update curricula and programs for dentistry studies in Cuba to improve the quality of dental care for the aging population. The evolution of training future Cuban graduates aims to meet the healthcare needs of older adults while preserving their quality of life. Additionally, the incorporation of new information and communication technologies has been observed during this process. © 2024, IGI Global. All rights reserved.
Keywords: dept.pch

Promoting food justice and the right to adequate food in social work education - Hall-Faul, M.; D’Angelo, K.A.; Libal, K. (Journal of Human Rights and Social Work, 2024)
Food justice is centered on the principle that food is a basic human right. Despite a mandate to include human rights and social justice content in the social work curriculum, food insecurity and food justice receive scant attention in social work academia. Food insecurity affects a substantial portion of the population, with a disproportionate impact on women and Black, Latinx, and Native American communities. A human rights-based approach to food requires more than access to food; it demands that food also be available, adequate, and culturally acceptable. A right to food framework also calls on policymakers to immediately address disparities in food security, which are prevalent in the USA due to historical and ongoing systemic racism. This paper provides a conceptual understanding of food justice and its historical connections to social work, outlines the requirements of a right to food, and concludes by offering strategies to integrate food justice into the micro, mezzo, and macro social work curriculum. © 2024, The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer Nature Switzerland AG.
Keywords: Food insecurity; Food justice; Human rights; Hunger; Right to food; Social work; Social work education; dept.swk; peer-reviewed

Embracing bilingualism: L1 retention amidst L2 acquisition - Sorokina, A.; Mugno, R. (Language Learning Journal, 2024)
In L1 attrition research, it's recognized that a previously acquired language can transform under the influence of a newly acquired one. However, the precise L1-L2 relationship is intricate and warrants further study. Some research suggest that L2 mastery might reduce L1 proficiency, while others show that both languages can be maintained. Age of onset and L1 use are the factors that have been discussed in the debate surrounding L1 attrition. The study aims to contribute to the ongoing discussion by examining L1 and L2 proficiency of Russian-English bilingual speakers (N = 35). The participants with comparable L2 proficiency but various degrees of L1 attrition who arrived at different ages and differed in their frequency of L1 use were recruited for the study. This diverse group provided an ideal quality sample for investigating the role of age of onset and L1 use, as well as the interplay between L1 and L2. By comparing L1 and L2 lexical diversity, syntactic complexity, and fluency, the study revealed that higher L2 proficiency was not associated with lower levels of L1 proficiency, suggesting that L1 retention is possible amidst L2 acquisition. L1 use played a more significant role in the L1 maintenance of these bilingual individuals. © 2024 Association for Language Learning.
Keywords: L1 attrition; L1 maintenance; L1 use; age of onset; bilingualism; dept.mat; dept.wll; peer-reviewed

The Duke of Lennox, 1574 1624: A Jacobean Courtier s Life. David Bergeron. Edinburgh: Edinburgh University Press, 2022. x + 244 pp. $110 - Kern, Darcy (Renaissance Quarterly, 2023)
Keywords: book.review; dept.his

Near-resonance in a System of Sub-Neptunes from TESS - Quinn, Samuel N.; Becker, Juliette C.; Rodriguez, Joseph E.; Hadden, Sam; Huang, Chelsea X.; Morton, Timothy D.; Adams, Fred C.; Armstrong, David; Eastman, Jason D.; Horner, Jonathan; Kane, Stephen R.; Lissauer, Jack J.; et al. (The Astronomical Journal, 2019)
We report the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite detection of a multi-planet system orbiting the V = 10.9 K0 dwarf TOI-125. We find evidence for up to five planets, with varying confidence. Three transit signals with high signal-to-noise ratio correspond to sub-Neptune-sized planets (2.76, 2.79, and 2.94 R⊕), and we statistically validate the planetary nature of the two inner planets (Pb = 4.65 days, Pc = 9.15 days). With only two transits observed, we report the outer object (P.03 = 19.98 days) as a planet candidate with high signal-to-noise ratio. We also detect a candidate transiting super-Earth (1.4 R⊕) with an orbital period of only 12.7 hr and a candidate Neptune-sized planet (4.2 R⊕) with a period of 13.28 days, both at low signal-to-noise ratio. This system is amenable to mass determination via radial velocities and transit-timing variations, and provides an opportunity to study planets of similar size while controlling for age and environment. The ratio of orbital periods between TOI-125 b and c (Pc/Pb = 1.97) is slightly lower than an exact 2:1 commensurability and is atypical of multiple planet systems from Kepler, which show a preference for period ratios just wide of first-order period ratios. A dynamical analysis refines the allowed parameter space through stability arguments and suggests that despite the nearly commensurate periods, the system is unlikely to be in resonance.
Keywords: dept.phy; peer-reviewed

Use of student-created simulations to assess competency - Prendergast, Krista M.; Morrill, Deborah (Nurse Educator, 2024)
An abstract is unavailable.
Keywords: dept.nur; peer-reviewed

Use of an Affective Teaching Intervention to Impact Connections Between Academic and Professional Integrity - Morrill, Deborah (Southern Connecticut State University, 2021)
Dishonesty and misconduct of nursing students during their education is a continuing concern, especially as it relates to expected professional behaviors. This quasi experimental pre-and post-interventional study explored the impact of an affective learning module on developing beliefs and perceptions of ethicality of academic and professional misconduct of students in a BSN program. A modified version of McCrink’s (2008) tool, entitled “Nursing Student Experiences and Perceptions of Academic and Professional Conduct Survey” measured these constructs. The affective learning module, based on Rest’s theory of moral development, and Krathwohl’s affective taxonomy, actively engaged students in ethical decision-making with connections to professional practice through discussion, case review and reflection. The pretest data (N=65) analysis using Mann Whitney U, indicated differences in mean rank related to enrollment status, healthcare work experience and gender and beliefs, and perceptions of academic and professional misconduct. A comparative analysis (N=16) of pre and posttest data was limited due to required changes related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Changes in pre and posttest data suggest the need to replicate and continue research in the area of intentional affective teaching of ethicality and professional values.
Keywords: Affective domain; Affective taxonomy; Dishonesty; Integrity; Misconduct; Value development; dept.nur

Using Visual Mapping to Promote Higher-Level Thinking in Music-Making - Groffman, Joshua; Wolfe, Zora M. (Music Educators Journal, 2019)
What tools are available to foster independent and critical thought in the music classroom? We propose that visual mapping—a method of representing relationships and associations between a main concept and other ideas, subtopics, or examples—is an ideal tool for doing exactly this. After examining the principles and usefulness of mapping in a variety of contexts, we discuss several specific ways in which mapping might be implemented in teaching music. We argue that the central strength of mapping is its ability to encourage users to be explicit and metacognitive about their knowledge. As such, it can be part of a constructivist stance whereby the instructor creates a student-centered classroom in which learners are active, engaged participants in their education.
Keywords: dept.mus; peer-reviewed

Best Darn Statistics Workbook Ever - Hauselt, William J.; Mugno, Raymond (Kendall Hunt Publishing, 2021)
Keywords: dept.mat; dept.psy

Political Polarization: Challenges, Opportunities, and Hope for Consumer Welfare, Marketers, and Public Policy - Weber, T.J.; Hydock, Chris; Ding, William; Gardner, Meryl; Jacob, Pradeep; Mandel, Naomi; Sprott, David E.; Van Steenburg, Eric (Journal of Public Policy & Marketing, 2021)
Political polarization is a marked political division in the population, characterized by multiple manifestations. The authors argue that it can affect consumer psychology, which in turn influences marketers, policy makers, and consumer welfare. The present work introduces the construct of political polarization to the marketing literature and shows how it serves as a novel challenge for various marketing stakeholders. For consumers, the authors propose that political polarization increases the salience of political identities, alters inter- and intragroup dynamics, and amplifies cognitive biases. These effects negatively affect consumer welfare, including financial welfare, relationships, mental and physical health, and societal interests. For marketers, polarization introduces a challenge to both be more sociopolitically engaged while also navigating competing political interests. Polarization also creates new opportunities and challenges for segmentation, targeting, loyalty, and product offerings. For policy makers, political polarization creates policy gaps, impedes the implementation of policy, and obstructs governance. Building from these insights, the authors consider the drawbacks and overlooked benefits of political polarization, potential remedies, and directions for future research.
Keywords: dept.mrk; peer-reviewed

Exploring the Gender Gap in Tech Companies: Why Aren't There More Women? - Chaudhry, Haroon; Wall, Alison E.; Wall, Jerry L. (Competition Forum, 2019)
Diversity issues in organizations have long been the subject of organizational studies and cultural examinations. While organizations have made several advancements to balance the presence of female representation in their employees, there remains a paucity of women in certain fields, most notably the tech industry where, despite similar performance in courses, women are alarmingly underrepresented. This paper examines this lack of diversity and proposes some remedies for specifically addressing the lack of women in the tech industry and can be extended to participation in any STEM careers that makes up a significant portion of the tech industry.
Num Pages: 275-280 Place: Indiana, United States
Keywords: Bullying; Business And Economics; Careers; Employees; Employment; Females; Gender; High tech industries; Litigation; Multiculturalism & pluralism; Research & development–R&D; STEM education; STEM professions; Social networks; Success; Women; dept.mgt; peer-reviewed

Integration of Social Capital and Organizational Learning Theories to Improve Operational Performance - Birasnav, M.; Chaudhary, Richa; Scillitoe, Joanne (Global Journal of Flexible Systems Management, 2019)
This study focuses on integrating the premises of social capital theory and the theory of organizational learning to improve the operational performance of firms nurturing the buyer–supplier relationship. Social capital theory highlights the importance of developing social relationships between firms to create valuable resources and collectively access critical resources. Organizational learning theory highlights that the learning capacity of an organization strongly depends on top-level leaders’ behaviors, organizational structure, culture, and flexibility, and uncertainties in the environment in which the organization functions. Though many studies have focused on the impact of social capital on performance improvements in the buyer–supplier relationship, the interlinkages between social capital and organizational learning have not been given much attention. Based upon these theories, a system-focused perspective, which showcases the antecedents and outcome of the relationship between collaborative communication and learning, has been proposed in this study. A literature review has been carried out to support the linkages in the proposed conceptual model. Findings suggest that transformational buyers support creating cognitive capital with suppliers. This cognitive capital influences the structural capital, which supports improving the understanding of each party’s processes in the buyer–supplier relationship when parties have high long-term orientation. Improved learning capability reshapes organizations into flexible systems capable of responding quickly to customer requirements, and consequently, they realize a higher performance level.
Keywords: Collaborative communication; Information technology competency; Long-term orientation; Organizational learning; Supplier knowledge; Transformational leadership; dept.mgt

Integrating Theories of Strategic Leadership, Social Exchange, and Structural Capital in the Context of Buyer–Supplier Relationship: An Empirical Study - Birasnav, M.; Mittal, Rakesh; Dalpati, Avadhesh (Global Journal of Flexible Systems Management, 2019)
This study is aimed at improving the purchasing cycle time in a buyer–supplier relationship by integrating the facets of strategic leadership, social exchange, and social capital theories. We developed and tested a conceptual model that postulated relationships among strategic leadership behavior, relational trust and commitment, structural capital, and purchasing cycle time. Data were collected from purchase managers and their employees working in 105 manufacturing companies and analyzed using structural equation modeling technique. Our findings indicated that strategic leadership behaviors are positively related to trust in the buyer–supplier relationship. In addition, trust enhances relational commitment between buyer and supplier, which in turn positively relates to information sharing and supplier development. Further, increased information sharing in the relationship results in reduced purchasing cycle time. Implications for both theory and practice are discussed in depth, and directions for future research are suggested.
Keywords: Cycle time; Information sharing; Relational commitment; Relational trust-Strategic leadership; Supplier development; dept.mgt; peer-reviewed

Performance evaluation of geospatially assisted reference evapotranspiration models - Pandi, Dinagarapandi; Saravanan, Kothadaramanan; Kuppusamy, Mohan; Birasnav, M. (Arabian Journal of Geosciences, 2022)
Mapping of spatiotemporal distribution of evapotranspiration becomes important for sustainable water management as water scarcity is nowadays a growing concern in almost all the continents. In general, researchers estimate evapotranspiration by multiplying the computed reference evapotranspiration (ETo) with the corresponding crop coefficient. Such estimation of ETo requires data related to spatiotemporal meteorological and vegetation field characteristics, and however, these data are rarely available in most developing countries such as India. Thus, researchers constantly develop various methods and evaluate the applicability of these methods to accurately capture spatiotemporal distribution. The purposes of this study are to (a) examine the applicability of Hargreaves and MODIS ETo method to map the spatiotemporal distribution over Thamirabarani basin located in Southern India and (b) evaluate the performances of Hargreaves and MODIS ETo methods and compare it to FAO 56 Penman–Monteith method. To achieve these purposes, ETo data of Hargreaves method and MODIS ETo method over Cheranmadevi meteorological observatory are extracted and performances of these methods are compared with FAO 56 Penman–Monteith method. Results show that a match exists among all the three ETo datasets, and no major deviations have been observed. However, this study suggests local calibration of Hargreaves and MODIS ETo method as considerable mismatch has been observed at ETo daily value. Overall, the conclusion of this study encourages the application of the Hargreaves method and MODIS ETo method in developing countries, where the data shortage condition prevails.
Keywords: Evapotranspiration; FAO 56 Penman–Monteith method; Hargreaves method; MODIS ETo; Thamirabarani basin; dept.mgt; peer-reviewed

Cash Holdings and Firm Performance in the Restaurant Industry - Kim, Jung Hoon; Lim, Jaeseong; Ahn, Jin Sun; Kim, Youngbin (Journal of Applied Business and Economics, 2023)
This study explores the link between cash holdings and performance outcomes in public restaurant companies in the United States, leveraging the critical role played by the industry context. We hypothesize that cash holdings have positive associations with both short-term and long-term firm performance in the restaurant industry. Our empirical analyses, based on fixed-effect regression models that control for all time-invariant variables, reveal that holding cash can improve performance in the restaurant industry, in support of our hypotheses.
Number: 3
Keywords: dept.mgt; firm performance; peer-reviewed

Characteristics of Effective Trade Secrets and Confi dential Information Policies: Guidance from Labor Arbitration Cases - Ross, William H.; Franklin, Danny (Labor Law Journal, 2020)
In an effort to craft recommendations to managers regarding effective confidential information policies, the present paper reviewed 88 published grievance arbitration cases involving proprietary information, trade secrets, and confidential information. Most cases dealt with the application of managerial discipline for employee violations of company polices and collective-bargaining provisions. Themes that emerged included: the importance of a Management Rights clause (as well as specific Misconduct clauses and policies), clauses that address changing business conditions (such as subcontracting and new technology), employee insubordination, theft, falsification, conflict of interest, and the need for training. Additionally, arbitrators often considered specific laws that apply in health care, cable television, and telecommunications industries. Finally, several mitigating factors were noted such as: having permission from a supervisor to access confidential information, safety, and whistleblowing concerns. By attending to factors that influence arbitrator decision making, managers and their attorneys can use these identified factors to create better policies and negotiate robust collective bargaining provisions.
Num Pages: 43-57 Place: Riverwoods, United States Publisher: CCH Incorporated: Health & Human Resources
Keywords: Arbitration; Business And Economics–Labor And Industrial Relations; Collective bargaining; Competition; Competitive advantage; Conflicts of interest; Discipline; Employees; Espionage; Fair & Accurate Credit Transactions Act 2003-US; Information policies; Intellectual property; Labor law; Law; dept.mgt

The Reciprocal Relationship between Containers Overboard and Climate Change - Daniel, J.; Stapleton, K. A.; Stapleton, D.; Nandialath, A.; Franklin, D. (Journal of Transportation Law, Logistics, and Policy, 2021)
Not only does the flotsam and jetsam in the world’s oceans seem to be impacting the health of the world’s oceans and seas, but it appears that the warming climate and increasing CO2 emissions are impacting the global trade lanes evidenced by a greater-than-average number of lost maritime containers due to resultant rougher seas and stronger storms. We elucidate the evolution of containerized shipping and discuss the impact lost containers have on the seas and dangers to other ocean-going vessels. We also note the reciprocal effects between climate change and lost containers. The intent of our article is to shed light on these issues and we hope it sparks future research examining causal factors and their potential solutions.
Keywords: dept.mgt; peer-reviewed

Employee Assistance Programs: Balancing Increased Productivity and Engagement Among Employees with Equal Employment and Legal Complience - Smith, Robert A.; Badr, Kauther S.; Wall, Alison E. (Competition Forum, 2019)
Managing the impact of employees' personal and work-related difficulties on workplace productivity is becoming increasingly salient for organizations. Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) are one approach to help improve the quality of life for employees and maximize their productivity. While EAPs have many benefits, potential negative ramifications and legal considerations must also be considered. This article highlights some important cases and the best practices for organizations to utilize in creating clear organizational policies that align with equal employment opportunity and privacy laws in collaboration with legal and human resources professionals and employee assistance providers to reduce or eliminate potential liability.
Num Pages: 232-239 Place: Indiana, United States
Keywords: Absenteeism; Affirmative action; Business And Economics; Complaints; Confidentiality; Costs; Employees; Employers; Employment discrimination; Human resource management; Labor law; Performance evaluation; Productivity; Sexual harassment; dept.mgt; peer-reviewed; ⛔ No DOI found

Home Address Exemptions in State FOI Laws - Gil, Jodie; Smith, Robert A.; Badr, Kauther S. (The Journal of Civic Information, 2022)
Number: 4
Keywords: dept.mgt; peer-reviewed

Multi-disease Retinal Vessel Segmentation: A Deep Learning Approach - Islam, M.T.; Zaky, H.; Alam, T. (2023)
The structure of blood vessels in the retina is a crucial factor in identifying and forecasting various eye diseases like cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and other diseases. Therefore, detecting the structure of blood vessels from retinal fundus images is a critical field of research in healthcare. This study employed a novel deep learning model to segment vessels for different diseases, including Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy (DR), and Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD). We considered multiple transfer learning-based models and discovered that the ResNet-based U-Net architecture was the most effective for vessel segmentation, achieving the highest Dice Score above 84% for disease-agnostic, and 82%-84% for disease-specific conditions. We believe the proposed methodology will help to advance retinal vessel segmentation process and enhance the screening process of diseases based on retinal fundus images in clinical settings of Qatar Biobank as well as other biobanks across the globe. © 2023 IEEE.
Keywords: Diabetic Retinopathy; Glaucoma; Qatar Biobank; Retina; Segmentation; dept.csc

The POKEMON Speckle Survey of nearby M Dwarfs. II. Observations of 1125 targets - Clark, Catherine A.; Belle, Gerard T. van; Horch, Elliott P.; Lund, Michael B.; Ciardi, David R.; Braun, Kaspar von; Winters, Jennifer G.; Everett, Mark E.; Hartman, Zachary D.; Llama, Joe (The Astronomical Journal, 2024)
Stellar multiplicity is correlated with many stellar properties, yet multiplicity measurements have proven difficult for the M dwarfs—the most common type of star in our galaxy—due to their faintness and the fact that a reasonably complete inventory of later M dwarfs did not exist until recently. We have therefore carried out the Pervasive Overview of “Kompanions” of Every M dwarf in Our Neighborhood (POKEMON) survey, which made use of the Differential Speckle Survey Instrument on the 4.3 m Lowell Discovery Telescope, along with the NN-EXPLORE Exoplanet Stellar Speckle Imager on the 3.5 m WIYN telescope. The POKEMON sample is volume limited from M0V through M9V out to 15 pc, with additional brighter targets at larger distances. In total, 1125 targets were observed. New discoveries were presented in the first paper in the series. In this second paper in the series, we present all detected companions, gauge our astrometric and photometric precision, and compare our filtered and filterless speckle observations. We find that the majority (58.9%) of the companions we detect in our speckle images are not resolved in Gaia, demonstrating the need for high-resolution imaging in addition to long-term astrometric monitoring. Additionally, we find that the majority (73.2%) of simulated stellar companions would be detectable by our speckle observations. Specifically within 100 au, we find that 70.3% of simulated companions are recovered. Finally, we discuss future directions of the POKEMON survey.
Keywords: dept.phy; peer-reviewed

Longitudinal and transverse spin transfer to Λ and ¯Λ hyperons in polarized p+p collisions at √s=200 GeV - STAR Collaboration (Physical Review D, 2024)
The longitudinal and transverse spin transfers to Λ (¯Λ) hyperons in polarized proton-proton collisions are expected to be sensitive to the helicity and transversity distributions, respectively, of (anti)strange quarks in the proton, and to the corresponding polarized fragmentation functions. We report improved measurements of the longitudinal spin transfer coefficient, DLL, and the transverse spin transfer coefficient, DTT, to Λ and ¯Λ in polarized proton-proton collisions at √s=200 GeV by the STAR experiment at RHIC. The dataset includes longitudinally polarized proton-proton collisions with an integrated luminosity of 52pb−1, and transversely polarized proton-proton collisions with a similar integrated luminosity. Both datasets have about twice the statistics of previous results and cover a kinematic range of |η Λ(¯Λ)|<1.2 and transverse momentum pT,Λ(¯Λ) up to 8 GeV/c. We also report the first measurements of the hyperon spin transfer coefficients DLL and DTT as a function of the fractional jet momentum z carried by the hyperon, which can provide more direct constraints on the polarized fragmentation functions.
Keywords: dept.phy; peer-reviewed

Surfing the World of Knowledge: Analytical Case Studies of Digital Liberties in the United States - Liu, Dr Yan Quan (Independently published, 2021)
This work compiles a database that provides analytical case studies of typical digital libraries as an enhancement for educating and learning to meet the needs of students, librarians, scholars, and those who are interested in this resource.
Keywords: dept.ils

Fostering cultural competence: Exploring client perception in a health coaching intervention among college students - Oh, Seungbin; Benes, Sarah; Yan, Zi (Nursing & Health Sciences, 2024)
Health coaching could be an innovative approach to develop student coaches' cultural competence (CC) among future health professionals. The current mix-method study design explored the impact of an 8-week peer health coaching intervention among college students on CC, from both student health coaches (i.e., students majored in health sciences who completed health coaching training and acted as health coach) and student clients' perspective. Nine student coaches and 24 student clients participated in the study. The quantitative analysis showed an increase in the clients' perceived level of coaches' CC between the pre- and posttest. The qualitative analysis revealed three themes, including varying levels of awareness, respectful and culturally responsive coaching, and cultural connection. Implications and recommendations for educators and researchers are discussed.
_eprint: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1111/nhs.13077
Keywords: cultural competence; cultural humility; dept.hms; health coaching; mixed-method design; peer-reviewed

Career Development Interventions for Social Justice: Addressing Needs across the Lifespan in Educational, Community, and Employment Contexts - Jackson, Margo A.; Regis, Allyson K.; Bennett, Kourtney (Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, 2019)
Keywords: dept.sa

Oral Reading Assessment: Four Conditions Where Caution Is Warranted - Zipoli, R.P.; Ramachandar, S. (Assessment for Effective Intervention, 2023)
Assessments of oral reading are widely used for screening, progress monitoring, and comprehensive evaluations. Despite the utility and technical adequacy of these tools, there are subgroups of students for whom measures of oral reading may be inappropriate. The first section of this article focuses on how tests of oral reading may underestimate word reading ability and reading fluency among four subgroups of students with speech, language, or learning difficulties. These include school-age students who demonstrate word-finding difficulties (which are common among students with a learning disability or developmental language disorder), developmental stuttering, childhood apraxia of speech, and pediatric dysarthria. The second section offers practical recommendations for more accurate assessment procedures, correct placement decisions, relevant professional learning activities, and strategic interdisciplinary teaming. © Hammill Institute on Disabilities 2023.
Keywords: communication disorders; dept.cmd; learning disability; peer-reviewed; reading/literacy

Studies of reduced graphene oxide (rGO)/CuS nanocomposite for supercapacitor applications - Singhal, R.; Thorne, D.; Chaudhary, M.; Kumar, A.; Bhardwaj, S.; Abazi, R.; Colon, A.; Gupta, R.K.; Scanley, J.; Broadbridge, C.C.; Singh, B.P.; LeMaire, P.K.; et al. (AIP Advances, 2023)
We have prepared CuS and CuS-rGO nanocomposites via the hydrothermal method. The physical properties of the synthesized materials were studied through x-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy. The supercapacitor characteristics were evaluated by cyclic voltammetric and galvanostatic charge–discharge studies. The cyclic voltammetric studies conform the pseudocapacitive nature of CuS and CuS-rGO electrodes. The specific capacitance of CuS was obtained as 207, 150, and 97 F/g at a current density of 0.5, 5, and 20 A/g, respectively. The rGO-CuS nanocomposite showed improved specific capacitance of 350, 251, and 149 F/g at current densities of 0.5, 5, and 20 A/g, respectively. © 2023 Author(s).
Keywords: dept.phy; peer-reviewed

Whither Asperger’s post DSM-5? An opinion piece - Volkmar, F.R.; Woodbury-Smith, M. (Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2024)
Although first described in 1944 (the year the description of infantile autism), Asperger’s syndrome attracted little attention until the publication by Lorna Wing in early 1980. Over time, different views of the definition of Asperger’s syndrome developed. By the time of the Third Edition of the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual and the Tenth Edition of the World Health Organization’s International Classification of Disease, enough information had accumulated to include the condition within the broader autism category. Asperger’s syndrome remained a focus of research interest and debate until its exclusion in the DSM-5 in 2013. We argue that the decision to remove Asperger’s syndrome 10 years ago as a distinct condition was premature. A discussion of the tensions around defining Asperger’s and concerns now arising due to the lack of this diagnostic category for new cases is provided. © 2024, The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer Science+Business Media, LLC, part of Springer Nature.
Keywords: Asperger’s disorder; Autism spectrum disorder; Autistic disorder; Classification; DSM-5; dept.sed; peer-reviewed

Answering the Big Questions About Play - Kuhaneck, Heather; O'Brien, K. (Making Play Just Right: Unleashing the Power of Play in Occupational Therapy, 2022)
Keywords: dept.hls

Neurodivergence is also an LGBTQ+ topic: Making space for “neuroqueering” in the outdoors - Loy-Ashe, Tarah (Parks Stewardship Forum, 2023)
Recently, the field of research exploring the links between neurodivergence and the LGBTQ+ community has grown. Many queer adults who were not diagnosed as children are just now receiving neurodivergent diagnoses. Nick Walker coined the term “neuroqueer” in 2015 to describe the intersection of being both neurodivergent and queer. “Neuroqueering” refers to the embodying and expressing of one’s neurodivergence in ways that also queer one’s performance of gender, sexuality, ethnicity, and/or other aspects of one’s identity (Walker 2021). Considering the increase of queer representation in the outdoors, it is necessary to also address neuroqueering and its implications for the outdoor community. This conceptual article will address the connection between neurodivergence and the LGBTQ+ community, implications for the queer outdoors, and ways to include neuroqueer recreationalists and outdoor advocates in efforts to make the outdoors more equitable.
Keywords: dept.hls

Intersections of ageism and gender stigma: Exploring long-term care employees' attitudes towards aging - Loy-Ashe, Tarah; Hawkins, Brent (Innovation in Aging, 2021)
The purpose of this mixed methods, single case study was to explore long-term care (LTC) employees’ attitudes towards age and gender. The intersection of Rosemary Garland-Thomson’s theory of feminist disability (2001) and Hailee Gibbons’ ...
Keywords: dept.hls; peer-reviewed

The rise of compassionate ageism: Long-term care employees’ attitudes toward aging during COVID-19 - Loy-Ashe, Tarah; Hawkins, Brent L.; Puymbroeck, Marieke Van; Lewis, Stephen T.; Hays, Antoinette M. (American Journal of Recreation Therapy, 2022)
Objectives: Research suggests that ageist beliefs and behaviors have increased since the onset of the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). Considering that COVID-19 has taken a particularly heavy toll on long-term care (LTC) residents, this study examined if LTC employee perceptions of aging were influenced by working in a LTC facility during the pandemic.Methods: Qualitative data collection included 30-minute interviews with 21 LTC employees in the Boston, Massachusetts, area including 10 nurses, three nursing assistants, four clinical coordinators, two social workers, one recreation therapist, and one registered dietitian.Results: An increase in perceptions and behaviors representative of compassionate ageism (CA) was self-reported among participants.Discussion: The current study demonstrates how an increase in CA among employees was perpetuated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Allied health and nursing professionals should be mindful of attitudes toward aging, and how health events can reinforce ageist beliefs and behaviors. Opportunities for recreation therapists to lead antiageist efforts in LTC are identified.
Number: 2
Keywords: COVID-19; aging; compassionate ageism; dept.hls; long-term care; peer-reviewed; recreational therapy; ⚠️ Invalid DOI

Rethinking Education from Patients' Perspectives - Harrison, Jill; Frampton, Susan; McNeal, Gloria J.; Todorova, Elena; Wahl, Carol; Kreiger, Joan (ABNF Journal, 2019)
Person-centered care (PCC) is a term used to describe an individualized approach to patient care that engages patients and families as partners in meaningful ways to create a comprehensive, collaborative, and customized plan and experience of care. Although some healthcare fields of study, such as the Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) model, have adopted and integrated person-centered care concepts and competencies into their curricula, there remains a critical gap in higher education to systematically integrate person-centered care into the curricula and assessment of interprofessional healthcare fields of study. While the delivery of person-centered care by healthcare professionals requires education and training in PCC concepts, this training has primarily occurred on the job, without a standardized and comprehensive curriculum to systematically teach and assess PCC competencies to students in interprofessional healthcare and medical degree programs. Until recently, the educational foundations for healthcare disciplines were drawn primarily from biomedical, business, and nursing models, not from patients' points of view. In this article, we consider why teaching and evaluating PCC concepts should be the foundation of all interprofessional health education. We first review the perspectives of relevance to our argument and then advocate for a person-centered paradigm shift for interprofessional healthcare and medical education and training. Next, we argue that integrating and evaluating students' understanding and application of PCC concepts in all healthcarerelated disciplines will ensure that graduates receive the most current and relevant preparation for careers in healthcare and that this aligns with the expectations of patients as consumers.
Num Pages: 9 Place: Lisle, United States
Keywords: Curriculum; Education; Evaluation; GenderWatch; Interprofessional education; Patient; Person-centered care; Teaching method; Y; dept.hms; peer-reviewed; ⛔ No DOI found

State Physical Education Policy Changes From 2001 to 2016 - Dauenhauer, Brian; Keating, Xiaofen; Stoepker, Peter; Knipe, Robert (Journal of School Health, 2019)
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND State policies influence the quantity and quality of educational programs delivered in schools. This study examined state physical education policy changes from 2001 to 2016 by analyzing data reported in The Shape of the Nation Report . METHODS Policies related to state mandates for physical education, time/credit requirements, assessment and fitness testing requirements, adoption of state standards, and allowance of substitutions were analyzed over 5 editions of the report using repeated measures statistics. RESULTS A majority of state physical education‐related policies have not changed over the past 15 years despite calls by numerous public health agencies for enhanced physical education in schools. There was, however, a significant increase in the number of states adopting teaching standards and requiring assessment and fitness testing in physical education, mirroring a broader shift in education toward standards, assessment, and accountability. CONCLUSIONS Despite improved rigor in physical education through the adoption of standards and assessment practices, physical education continues to be marginalized in schools by a lack of curricular time and inappropriate substitution policies. Stronger policies are needed for physical education to have a substantial impact on school health.
Keywords: dept.hms; peer-reviewed

Exercise Prescription - Older Adults - Axtell, Robert; Robertson, M. I. (ACSM's Exercise Testing and Prescription, 2023)
Keywords: dept.hms

Muscular Strength Assessment - Axtell, Robert (ACSM's Exercise Testing and Prescription, 2023)
Keywords: dept.hms

Productivity Gaps and Global Systematic Risk Exposure: Pricing Country-Industry Portfolios - Anand, Punit; Balvers, Ronald J. (2020)
Shocks transmitted from productivity leaders to lagging economies are systematic sources of risk. Global technology and knowledge diffusion leads to predictable patterns in productivity dynamics across countries and industries. Technology gaps determine the level of exposure to the systematic productivity shocks. Firms in a country-industry with larger technology gaps relative to the world leader are more dependent on the leader’s innovations compared to their own productivity improvements. They thus have higher loadings on the leader productivity shocks and higher average stock returns. For OECD panel data, a country-industry’s technology gap significantly predicts the stock returns of the country-industry: holding the quintile of country-industry portfolios with the largest gaps and shorting the quintile with the smallest gaps generates annual returns of 9.8% (6.7% after risk adjustment with standard factors). A factor representing the technological productivity gap explains country-industry portfolio returns substantially better than standard factor models. Loadings on leader-country productivity shocks have substantial correlation with technology gaps, and leader productivity shocks are more important for stock returns than idiosyncratic productivity shocks. These findings support that the technology gaps and associated higher average returns are indeed linked to systematic risk.
Keywords: International Equity Returns; OECD Countries; Production-Based Asset Pricing; Productivity Gap; Technology Diffusion; Total Factor Productivity; dept.fin

Sustainability after COVID-19: pillars for a just transition - Morrissey, John; Heidkamp, Patrick (Environmental Sustainability, 2022)
The vulnerability of the global economy has been starkly exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Longer term thinking and new approaches to development and prosperity are urgently required. In this paper, we forward a series of principles on which economic and development policy for the post-COVID era should be developed. These are outlined as five ‘pillars’ from which to rebuild the global economy, based on principles of a shared sustainable prosperity. These pillars are: (I) an ecological prosperity; (II) a decarbonized economy; (III) a shared cost burden; (IV) a governance new deal; (V) a just resilience. In outlining the ‘5 pillars’ we explicitly recognize that sustainability cannot simply be a ‘green’, or environmental concern. Social and economic dimensions of sustainability are key for societal stability and continuity. This is made ever starker in the context of the fundamental economic and societal restructuring forced by the disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic. In this regard, the pillars represent a triple bottom line framing of sustainability, of mutually supportive domains of economic, social and environmental well-being. The five pillars are informed by principles of distributive and procedural justice, recognizing the importance and advantages of real community engagement and empowerment and giving due respect and deference to the ecological carrying capacity of our fragile planet. We argue that the post-COVID-19 re-build represents a once-in-a generation opportunity to markedly shift developed trajectories to more sustainable pathways, to rebalance the domains of sustainability, and in the process, to address longer-term crises including those of climate and biodiversity loss.
Keywords: COVID-19; Climate crisis; Prosperity; Resilience; Social justice; Sustainability; dept.egm; peer-reviewed

Realism - Petrie, Paul R. (The Louisa May Alcott Encyclopedia, 2001)
Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) is arguably the most widely read 19th-century author in America. Even through the 1990s, her books continued to appear on bestseller lists and her works were made into films. She has long been a staple of children's literature courses and now also receives significant attention in American studies and women's studies classes. While her tremendous popularity has yielded numerous biographies and a growing number of critical works, very few reference books have been devoted to Alcott studies and none are particularly current or complete. This book collects in a comprehensive and reliable single volume the most important facts about Alcott's life and works.This reference surveys the basic biographical details about Alcott's family and personal life. It supplies essential information on her historical and cultural contexts, including her place in the 19th century publishing milieu, various reform movements, and major historical events, such as the Civil War. It also treats her writings, both the adult and children's works, in an accurate, informative, and accessible manner. The volume includes more than 600 alphabetically arranged entries. Each entry discusses the topic's relevance to Alcott's life and current scholarship about her. Many of the entries close with brief bibliographies, and the book concludes with a list of works for further reading.
Google-Books-ID: sPMBb1Ql_9UC
Keywords: Literary Criticism / American / General; Literary Criticism / General

My Contraband (1863) - Petrie, Paul R. (The Louisa May Alcott Encyclopedia, 2001)
Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) is arguably the most widely read 19th-century author in America. Even through the 1990s, her books continued to appear on bestseller lists and her works were made into films. She has long been a staple of children's literature courses and now also receives significant attention in American studies and women's studies classes. While her tremendous popularity has yielded numerous biographies and a growing number of critical works, very few reference books have been devoted to Alcott studies and none are particularly current or complete. This book collects in a comprehensive and reliable single volume the most important facts about Alcott's life and works.This reference surveys the basic biographical details about Alcott's family and personal life. It supplies essential information on her historical and cultural contexts, including her place in the 19th century publishing milieu, various reform movements, and major historical events, such as the Civil War. It also treats her writings, both the adult and children's works, in an accurate, informative, and accessible manner. The volume includes more than 600 alphabetically arranged entries. Each entry discusses the topic's relevance to Alcott's life and current scholarship about her. Many of the entries close with brief bibliographies, and the book concludes with a list of works for further reading.
Google-Books-ID: sPMBb1Ql_9UC
Keywords: Literary Criticism / American / General; Literary Criticism / General

James Family - Petrie, Paul R. (The Louisa May Alcott Encyclopedia, 2001)
Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) is arguably the most widely read 19th-century author in America. Even through the 1990s, her books continued to appear on bestseller lists and her works were made into films. She has long been a staple of children's literature courses and now also receives significant attention in American studies and women's studies classes. While her tremendous popularity has yielded numerous biographies and a growing number of critical works, very few reference books have been devoted to Alcott studies and none are particularly current or complete. This book collects in a comprehensive and reliable single volume the most important facts about Alcott's life and works.This reference surveys the basic biographical details about Alcott's family and personal life. It supplies essential information on her historical and cultural contexts, including her place in the 19th century publishing milieu, various reform movements, and major historical events, such as the Civil War. It also treats her writings, both the adult and children's works, in an accurate, informative, and accessible manner. The volume includes more than 600 alphabetically arranged entries. Each entry discusses the topic's relevance to Alcott's life and current scholarship about her. Many of the entries close with brief bibliographies, and the book concludes with a list of works for further reading.
Google-Books-ID: sPMBb1Ql_9UC
Keywords: Literary Criticism / American / General; Literary Criticism / General

Henry Ward Beecher - Petrie, Paul R. (The Louisa May Alcott Encyclopedia, 2001)
Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) is arguably the most widely read 19th-century author in America. Even through the 1990s, her books continued to appear on bestseller lists and her works were made into films. She has long been a staple of children's literature courses and now also receives significant attention in American studies and women's studies classes. While her tremendous popularity has yielded numerous biographies and a growing number of critical works, very few reference books have been devoted to Alcott studies and none are particularly current or complete. This book collects in a comprehensive and reliable single volume the most important facts about Alcott's life and works.This reference surveys the basic biographical details about Alcott's family and personal life. It supplies essential information on her historical and cultural contexts, including her place in the 19th century publishing milieu, various reform movements, and major historical events, such as the Civil War. It also treats her writings, both the adult and children's works, in an accurate, informative, and accessible manner. The volume includes more than 600 alphabetically arranged entries. Each entry discusses the topic's relevance to Alcott's life and current scholarship about her. Many of the entries close with brief bibliographies, and the book concludes with a list of works for further reading.
Google-Books-ID: sPMBb1Ql_9UC
Keywords: Literary Criticism / American / General; Literary Criticism / General

John Brown - Petrie, Paul R. (The Louisa May Alcott Encyclopedia, 2001)
Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) is arguably the most widely read 19th-century author in America. Even through the 1990s, her books continued to appear on bestseller lists and her works were made into films. She has long been a staple of children's literature courses and now also receives significant attention in American studies and women's studies classes. While her tremendous popularity has yielded numerous biographies and a growing number of critical works, very few reference books have been devoted to Alcott studies and none are particularly current or complete. This book collects in a comprehensive and reliable single volume the most important facts about Alcott's life and works.This reference surveys the basic biographical details about Alcott's family and personal life. It supplies essential information on her historical and cultural contexts, including her place in the 19th century publishing milieu, various reform movements, and major historical events, such as the Civil War. It also treats her writings, both the adult and children's works, in an accurate, informative, and accessible manner. The volume includes more than 600 alphabetically arranged entries. Each entry discusses the topic's relevance to Alcott's life and current scholarship about her. Many of the entries close with brief bibliographies, and the book concludes with a list of works for further reading.
Google-Books-ID: sPMBb1Ql_9UC
Keywords: Literary Criticism / American / General; Literary Criticism / General

When I'm done helping with your battles, I've got work to do: Black feminism, white power, and the messy swelling of the margins - Kerr, Audrey E. (Our Voices Our Stories: An Anthology of Writings Advancing, Celebrating, Embracing and Empowering Girls and Women of Color, 2019)
"Our Voices Our Stories" is filled with thought-provoking poems, essays, short stories and other writings advancing, celebrating, embracing and empowering girls, teens and women of color worldwide. The diverse national and international voices represented in this anthology focus on the psychological, emotional, physical and social issues, traumas and challenges experienced by girls, teens and women of color. The writing will encourage society to understand what it means to be a girl, teen and woman of color living in a society that does not always listen to hear their voices or their stories.
Google-Books-ID: s9MEyAEACAAJ
Keywords: dept.eng

Targeted professional development strategies to increase teachers’ efficacy for educating students with special needs - Yavuz, Olcay (Çağdaş Yönetim Bilimleri Dergisi, 2020)
There is a significant increase in the number of students with disabilities. However, many general education teachers report that they feel ill-equipped to educate a classroom of students with diverse special education and learning needs. In this qualitative study, the structured focus group interviews were conducted to determine the PD opportunities and characteristics that general education teachers perceive to influence their sense of self-efficacy for educating students with special needs. The results of the focus group discussions revealed that there are several targeted professional development strategies to increase teachers’ efficacy for educating students with special needs. This study makes recommendations for the research supported professional development activities, focused on educating students with special needs, provided to general education teachers.
Number: 2
Keywords: dept.eco; peer-reviewed; ⛔ No DOI found

Quantitative explorations of teacher self-efficacy towards students with special needs: Research Article - Arterbery, Denise Hart; Yavuz, Olcay (FIRE: Futuristic Implementations of Research in Education, 2020)
Teacher self-efficacy has been linked to positive student outcomes. This quantitative research study aimed to examine the mindsets and behaviors of regular education teachers concerning their ability to educate students with special needs. The modified Teacher Self Efficacy Survey was administered to general education teachers. Data revealed that general education teachers feel less efficacious for educating students with special needs in the areas of engagement, instructional strategies, and classroom management. This study makes recommendations for professional development, focused on educating students with special needs, provided to general education teachers. Particularly, the findings speak to the need for a more diverse, flexible, and comprehensive approach to implement teacher professional development activities to improve the achievement of students with special needs.
Number: 1
Keywords: Classroom Management; dept.eco; peer-reviewed

Behavior Management: Traditional and Expanded Approaches - Haynes, Norris M. (UPA, 2012)
Keywords: dept.eco

Challenges and Futures of Long-Term Care Industry after COVID-19 Pandemic - Yu, Jia (Psychosocial, Educational, and Economic Impacts of COVID-19, 2022)
COVID-19 pandemic has affected people’s daily life dramatically since December 2019. More than 211 million cases and 4.42 million deaths have been reported and confirmed all over the world. Long-term care facilities are taking the biggest hit during this pandemic, even after the spread-out of the vaccines. Globally, residents in long-term care facilities have experienced disproportionately high morbidity and mortality from COVID-19. Elderlies residing in long-term care facilities have the greatest susceptibility to COVID-19 and the poorest outcomes from infections. This chapter overviewed the insight, impact, and challenges of COVID-19 on the residential care homes in UK, US, and Australia and provided possible implications for the long-term care market post-pandemic.
Keywords: dept.eco

Performance of State-Owned Enterprises: A Comparative Analysis of Ethiopian Airlines and Ghana Airways - Andoh, Samuel K.; Gebremariam, Yilma; Thorson, James; Bodo, Peter (American Journal of Management, 2019)
This paper examines the performance of two state-owned airlines: Ethiopian Airlines and Ghana Airways. While Ethiopian Airlines continues to operate successfully, the other airline has gone out of business. In an industry characterized by heavy competition and a high rate of failure, the success of the state- owned Ethiopian Airlines is intriguing. The evidence shows that Ethiopian Airlines outperforms the industry on some important benchmarks. These findings suggest that being a state enterprise is not necessarily a characteristic that leads to failure. Corporate culture and governance appear to be important factors in the success of Ethiopian Airlines.
Num Pages: 141-156 Place: West Palm Beach, United States
Keywords: Airlines; Business And Economics–Management; Business metrics; Economic growth; Economic theory; Emerging markets; Failure; Profits; Public enterprise; Stockholders; Success; dept.eco; peer-reviewed; ⛔ No DOI found

Optimization of manganese dioxide-multiwall carbon nanotube composite electrodes for supercapacitor applications - Singhal, R.; Sadowski, T.; Chaudhary, M.; Tucci, R.V.; Scanley, J.; Patel, R.; Kumar Patel, P.; Gagnon, S.; Koni, A.; Singhal, K.; LeMaire, P.K.; Kumar Sharma, R.; et al. (Materials Science for Energy Technologies, 2024)
Manganese dioxide-multiwall carbon nanotube (MnO2-MWCNT) nanocomposites were synthesized via one-pot synthesis method with varying concentrations of 1 mg/ml, 4 mg/ml, and 10 mg/ml MWCNT. The synthesized nanocomposites were characterized using x-ray diffraction (XRD), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and electrochemical measurements. The intent of studying different concentrations is, ultimately, to correlate the effect of the concentration of multiwall carbon nanotube on the electrochemical performance of the MnO2-MWCNT nanocomposites. Two primary phenomena were observed as CNT concentration increased. First, less crystalline MnO2 adsorption onto individual CNTs occurred. Subsequently, CNT agglomeration became the primary feature of the nanostructures of high CNT concentration. The electrochemical studies reveal that the specific capacitance of MnO2 increases from 124 F/g to 145 F/g by the addition of 1 mg/ml MWCNTs and decreases to 102 F/g for MnO2-10 mg/ml MWCNT nanocomposite. © 2023
Keywords: Carbon nanotube; MnO2; Specific capacitance; Supercapacitor; TEM; dept.phy; peer-reviewed

Spinal cord injury management policies in high school sports as reported by athletic administrators - Scarneo-Miller, Samantha E.; Swartz, Erik E.; Register-Mihalik, Johna K.; Coleman, Kelly A.; Emrich, Christina M.; DiStefano, Lindsay J. (Translational Journal of the American College of Sports Medicine, 2024)
Introduction/Purpose Athletic administrators (AA) in U.S. high schools are uniquely positioned to provide guidance and endorsement for the prevention and management of common sport-related catastrophic injuries, such as the development of a spinal cord injury management (SCIM) policy. The purpose of this project was to evaluate AA’s knowledge of comprehensive SCIM policies in U.S. high schools. Secondarily, we aimed to investigate the factors, facilitators, and barriers to the development and adoption of comprehensive policies. Methods An online questionnaire was distributed to 6423 AA working in U.S.-based high school athletics, with 366 included in the final data analysis. The questionnaire evaluated AA’s knowledge of comprehensive SCIM policies addressing components of adoption, documentation, and communication. The questionnaire was developed based on the 2002 “National Athletic Trainers’ Association Position Statement: Acute Management of the Cervical Spine-Injured Athlete.” The questionnaire also inquired about facilitators and barriers to developing and adopting comprehensive policies. Proportions were calculated for policy adoption, and independent-samples t-tests evaluated the influence of athletic training services on comprehensive SCIM policies. Results About half of AA (49.2%, n = 180/366) reported having all recommended components of a written SCIM policy. AA who had access to an athletic trainer (yes = 62.9%, no = 18.1%, unknown = 19%) were more likely to have a comprehensive SCIM policy compared with those without access (80.6% vs 19.4%, χ21 = 7.091, P = 0.008, prevalence ratio = 1.24, 95% confidence interval = 1.03–1.50). The most commonly reported facilitator (49.9%) was “having a medical professional at the school,” and the main barrier (30.2%) was “my school would need more information, resources, assistance, etc.” Conclusions The findings identify areas for improvement in supporting the health and safety of children in high school participating in interscholastic athletics. Future dissemination and implementation research should develop strategies tailored to individual school community and need to improve SCIM policy adoption and implementation.
Keywords: dept.hms

Where are we when the community looks for us? A social network analysis of the self-organized network #TwitterFoodBank - Hoang, Thanh Thi (Communication and the Public, 2023)
Traditional crisis management approaches have often overlooked the role of community and nonprofit organizations. In this study, we investigated how nonprofits and communities contributed to problem-solving during crises through self-organization on social media. We applied social network analysis to 17,732 interactions using #TwitterFoodBank, a self-organized network emerged during the early stage of COVID-19 to address food insecurity. Our results highlighted the significant role of nonprofits in coordinating the community’s self-organized network. However, they also revealed a lack of coordination among these organizations in maintaining a viable network. These findings have valuable implications for nonprofits seeking to leverage the potential of online self-organized communities in crisis management.
Keywords: dept.psc; peer-reviewed

Take me to Nana's house - Mansfield, Christian (Independently published, 2023)
A young boy remembers fond childhood memories at his grandmother's house, where he learned the small things in life that truly mattered.
Keywords: SCSU-student; dept.edu

Sustainable growth with pollution augmenting technological changes - Yoon, Sang Won; Yoon, Chang-Ho (2023)
Disruptive technological changes, including carbon capture and storage, can have macroeconomic rebound effects that pose a threat to long term environmental sustainability when not accompanied by pollution taxes. The paper demonstrates that when the elasticity of intertemporal substitution is less than one, implementing a Pigouvian tax effectively stabilizes pollution emissions, regardless of technical and consumption elasticities of substitution. However, if the elasticity of intertemporal substitution exceeds one, flexibility in technical or consumption substitution could cause sustainable growth to falter. The policy implications concerning the role of subsidies for clean technology are discussed.
Keywords: Elasticity of intertemporal substitution; Optimal pollution tax; Sustainable development; dept.eco; energy rebound; technological change

Effect of reduce graphene oxide (Rgo) on electrochemical performance of Cus for supercapacitor applications - Singhal, Rahul; Thorne, David; Chaudhary, Manika; Bhardwaj, Shiva; Abazi, Rilind; Gupta, Ram K.; Scanley, Jules; Broadbridge, Christine C.; Singh, B. P.; LeMaire, Peter K.; Sharma, Rakesh K. (2023)
CuS and CuS-rGO nanocomposites were synthesized by the hydrothermal method. The synthesized CuS and rGO-CuS nanocomposite materials were physically characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscope (SEM) and were evaluated electrochemically for supercapacitor applications. The specific capacitance of CuS was determined to be 207 F/g, 150 F/g, and 97 F/g at a current density of 0.5 A/g, 5 A/g, and 20 A/g, respectively. The rGO-CuS nanocomposite showed improved specific capacitance of 350 F/g, 251 F/g, and 149 F/g at a current density of 0.5 A/g, 5 A/g, and 20 A/g, respectively.
Keywords: CuS; SEM; Supercapacitors; dept.phy; rGO; specific capacitance

Environment injustice and public health - Njoku, Anuli U.; Sampson, Natalie R. (Handbook of Social Sciences and Global Public Health, 2023)
Globally, air pollution accounts for approximately one in eight deaths, and diarrheal diseases account for one in nine child deaths annually. Lead exposure contributes to concerns of heart disease, stroke, and developmental intellectual disability. Further, across the world, nearly 23 million people are displaced by extreme weather events each year, which have been exacerbated by climate change and contribute to physical and mental health implications for entire communities. These and many other environmentally related experiences and their subsequent health outcomes are not experienced equally by race, ethnicity, or income, with Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities and low-income communities repeatedly experiencing the heaviest of burdens. Due to a variety of historic and contemporary policy and planning decisions, these patterns of environmental injustice persist on local, national, and global scales. In response, environmental justice (EJ) is a social movement, as well as a belief that people of all backgrounds deserve access to clean air and water and a healthy community in which to thrive. This chapter heavily focuses on the USA and its environmental health inequities, policies, and historic EJ movement. However, in our globalized society, EJ is a global issue that must be addressed as such by the field of public health.
Keywords: Cumulative impacts; Environmental justice; Health equity; Social determinants of health; Systemic racism; dept.pch

Gona, Ethiopia: microcosm of the stone age - Rogers, Michael J.; Semaw, Sileshi; Stinchcomb, Gary E.; Quade, Jay; Levin, Naomi E.; Cauche, Dominique (Handbook of Pleistocene Archaeology of Afric, 2023)
The Gona paleoanthropological field project in the Afar region of Ethiopia has long been associated with the earliest Oldowan stone tools. However, over the last 20 years, ongoing research at Gona has expanded its contributions considerably, producing fossils of Ardipithecus kadabba, Ardipithecus ramidus, and Homo erectus, as well as additional archaeological evidence of the earliest Oldowan and early Acheulean. Moreover, in the last few years, the Gona team has turned its attention to the younger deposits exposed in its study area and discovered a surprising number of Middle Stone Age (MSA) and Later Stone Age (LSA) archaeological sites, mostly from the Late Pleistocene to the early-middle Holocene. While any sedimentary sequence is incomplete by virtue of episodic depositional and erosional events over time, we are struck by the relative completeness of the archaeological sequence at Gona (Quade et al., 2008). The hominin fossils attract deserved attention, but the Gona project may ultimately be best known for preserving arguably the most extensive, detailed, and continuous Stone Age or Paleolithic archaeological sequence in the world, all contained within a small 25 km × 10 km area, approximately half of the total project area.
Accepted: 2023-05-12T14:11:36Z
Keywords: dept.ant

Population Origin and Heritable Effects Mediate Road Salt Toxicity and Thermal Stress - Conner, Lauren M.; Goedert, Debora; Fitzpatrick, Sarah W.; Fearnley, Amber; Gallagher, Emma L.; Peterman, Jessica D.; Forgione, Mia E.; Kokosinska, Sophia; Hamilton, Malik; Masala, Lydia A.; Merola, Neil; Rico, Hennesy; et al. (2023)
Human impacts on wild populations are numerous and extensive, degrading habitats and causing population declines across taxa. Though these impacts are often studied individually, wild populations typically face suites of stressors acting concomitantly, compromising the fitness of individuals and populations in ways poorly understood and not easily predicted by the effects of any single stressor. Developing understanding of the effects of multiple stressors and their potential interactions remains a critical challenge in environmental biology. Here, we focus on assessing the impacts of two prominent stressors affecting many organisms across the planet – elevated salinity (an increasingly common pollutant in freshwater habitats) and elevated temperature. We examined a suite of physiological traits and components of fitness across populations of wood frogs originating from ponds that differ in their proximity to roads and thus their legacy of exposure to road salt pollution. When experimentally exposed to road salt, wood frogs showed reduced survival, especially those from ponds adjacent to roads, and delayed time to metamorphosis. Family level effects mediated these outcomes, but high salinity generally eroded family level variance. When combined, exposure to both temperature and salt resulted in very low survival, and this effect was strongest in roadside populations. Taken together, these results suggest that temperature is an important stressor capable of exacerbating impacts from a prominent contaminant confronting many freshwater organisms in salinized habitats. More broadly, it appears likely that toxicity might often be underestimated in the absence of multi-stressor approaches.
Keywords: Climate change; Maladaptation; SCSU-student; amphibians; dept.bio; local adaptation; pollution; road salt

Genomic comparison of the temperate coral Astrangia poculata with tropical corals yields insights into winter quiescence, innate immunity, and sexual reproduction - Stankiewicz, Kathryn H.; Guiglielmoni, Nadège; Kitchen, Sheila A.; Flot, Jean-François; Barott, Katie L.; Davies, Sarah W.; Finnerty, John R.; Grace, Sean P.; Kaufman, Leslie S.; Putnam, Hollie M.; Rotjan, Randi D.; Sharp, Koty H.; et al. (bioRxiv, 2023)
Facultatively symbiotic corals provide important experimental models to explore the establishment, maintenance, and breakdown of the mutualism between corals and members of the algal family Symbiodiniaceae. The temperate coral Astrangia poculata is one such model as it is not only facultatively symbiotic, but also occurs across a broad temperature and latitudinal gradient. Here, we report the de novo chromosome-scale assembly and annotation of the A. poculata genome. Though widespread segmental/tandem duplications of genomic regions were detected, we did not find strong evidence of a whole genome duplication (WGD) event. Comparison of the gene arrangement between A. poculata and the tropical coral Acropora millepora revealed 56.38% of the orthologous genes were conserved in syntenic blocks despite ∼415 million years of divergence. Gene families related to sperm hyperactivation and innate immunity, including lectins, were found to contain more genes in A. millepora relative to A. poculata. Sperm hyperactivation in A. millepora is expected given the extreme requirements of gamete competition during mass spawning events in tropical corals, while lectins are important in the establishment of coral-algal symbiosis. By contrast, gene families involved in sleep promotion, feeding suppression, and circadian sleep/wake cycle processes were expanded in A. poculata. These expanded gene families may play a role in A. poculata’s ability to enter a dormancy-like state (“winter quiescence”) to survive freezing temperatures at the northern edges of the species’ range.
Pages: 2023.09.22.558704 Section: New Results
Keywords: dept.bio

An Innovative Academic/Practice Partnership to Support Nursing Workforce Needs and Student Clinical Education - Hahn, Judith; Resha, Cheryl-Ann; Beauvais, Audrey; Beckman, Beth; Forte, Pamela; Rebeschi, Lisa M.; Snyder, Marianne (JONA: The Journal of Nursing Administration, 2023)
Innovation is needed to solve nursing workforce issues during times of crisis. A collaborative effort between a hospital system and several universities resulted in the Bridge to Professional Practice Program that was implemented during a period of high patient volume and nursing student downtime. The program provided support for staffing needs and clinical hours to promote readiness for practice for students. The program evaluation outcomes and recommendations for improvement are addressed.
Keywords: dept.nur; peer-reviewed

The impact of an 8-week wellness peer coaching program on physical activity among college students: 1338 - Peacock, Jessica; Yan, Zi; Bowling, April; Benes, Sarah (Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 2023)
An abstract is unavailable.
Keywords: dept.hms; peer-reviewed

RE/UN/DIScover Heuristic: Working with Clinical Practice Impingements in Dehumanizing Times - Keenan, Elizabeth King (Clinical Social Work Journal, 2023)
Although clinical social work seeks to center the transformative potential of human relationships, practitioners are experiencing heightened systemic and organizational impingements from the dehumanizing pressures of neoliberalism. Neoliberalism and racism diminish the vitality and transformative potential of human relationships, disproportionately affecting Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) communities. Practitioners are also experiencing increased stress and burnout related to increased caseloads and decreased professional autonomy and organizational practitioner support. Holistic, culturally responsive, and anti-oppressive processes seek to counter these oppressive forces but need further development to synthesize antioppressive structural understandings with embodied relational interactions. Practitioners can potentially contribute to efforts that apply critical theories and antioppressive understandings within their practice and workplace. Through an iterative flow of three sets of practices, the RE/UN/DIScover heuristic supports practitioners’ efforts to respond in those challenging everyday moments where oppressive forms of power are imposed and embedded within systemic processes. With themselves and other colleagues, practitioners engage in compassionate REcover practices; use curious, critical reflection to UNcover full understandings of power dynamics, impacts, and meanings; and draw on creative courage to DIScover and enact socially just and humanizing responses. This paper describes how practitioners can use the RE/UN/DIScover heuristic in two common challenging moments of clinical practice: systemic practice impingements and implementing a new training or practice model. The heuristic seeks to support practitioners’ efforts to preserve and expand socially just, relational spaces for themselves and those with whom they work within the context of systemic dehumanizing neoliberal forces.
Keywords: Clinical practice; Heuristic; Neoliberalism; Power; Practice challenges; Window of tolerance; dept.swk; peer-reviewed

Gravitational resedimentation as a fundamental process in filling fjords: Lessons from outcrops from a late Palaeozoic fjord in Namibia - Menozzo da Rosa, Eduardo; Isbell, John L.; McNall, Natalie; Fedorchuk, Nicholas; Swart, Roger (Sedimentology, 2023)
The stratigraphic architecture of fjords is complicated due to the delicate interplay between ice dynamics, sediment supply, relative sea-level fluctuations and slope failures. Glaciogenic sediment is prone to failure and to be carried downslope to the fjord floor through the entire spectrum of mass movements and subaqueous density flows, as the unstable paraglacial submarine landscape moves towards stability. Palaeofjords formed by Gondwanan glaciers during the late Palaeozoic Ice Age contain a compelling record of gravitational resedimentation in fjord depositional systems. This paper showcases the geomorphology and depositional history of a glacial cycle in the Orutanda fjord in north-western Namibia as an example of an overdeepened fjord basin fill dominated by products of subaqueous gravitational processes. During glaciation, the Orutanda glacier carved a 20 km long by 3.7 km wide glacial trough that embodies an overdeepened basin. Ice thickness during terminal glacial occupation of the fjord is estimated to had been up to 200 m based on the fjord geomorphology. The progressive retreat of the tidewater glacier, concomitant with marine flooding, increased accommodation space in the overdeepened basin during deglaciation. During this stage, proglacial sedimentation through iceberg rafting and settling of turbid plumes was outpaced by intense paraglacial downslope resedimentation of glacially-transported debris. Successive failures from the fjord walls and downslope resedimentation resulted in coalescing debrite–turbidite lobes on the fjord floor. Slide deposits, composed entirely of deformed debrites and turbidites, indicate that these resedimented facies were prone to renewed mass wasting. As the Orutanda glacier melted, the fjord experienced the axial progradation of a fjord-head delta registered only by turbidites and slide deposits derived from its collapse. The Orutanda fjord sheds light on the relevance of paraglacial mass wasting in overprinting glaciogenic deposits. This insight is key to understanding the role of glaciers versus non-glacial processes in producing the glacial deep-time record.
_eprint: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1111/sed.13137
Keywords: Debris flows; Dwyka Group; dept.esc; late Palaeozoic Ice Age; mass wasting; paraglacial processes; peer-reviewed; turbidites

The power of personal archives in witnessing, teaching, and visual storytelling: the Armenian memory project - Masud, Catherine; Marsoobian, Armen T (Journal of Human Rights Practice, 2024)
Abstract The Armenian Memory Project (AMP) is a collaborative effort designed to harness the energy and resources of the University of Connecticut and the New England Armenian community for the goal of fostering greater understanding of the region’s Armenian cultural heritage and the impact human rights crimes had on the Armenian community. In 2019, students and faculty from the university worked with Armenian American institutions and individuals on an initial component of the AMP, employing digital media technology to tell the story of one immigrant Armenian family, the Dildilians. A unique course was created to produce a documentary film centring around this family’s experiences in Ottoman Turkey before, during, and after the Armenian Genocide. Designed and taught by a documentary filmmaker with support from a family archivist/historian, the course brought students together in a collaborative learning experience. By immersing themselves in the family’s extensive photograph archive, these students came to understand the important role that the past continues to play in the lives of present-day Armenians. Furthermore, by taking on the responsibility as storytellers of the Dildilian narrative, students developed a deeper identification with this distant history and, in a wider sense, an appreciation for the ethical value of memory in bearing witness to the past. This collaborative and participatory framework for teaching using archival collections can serve as a model for creating a transformative learning experience in the study of human rights, war, and genocide.
Keywords: dept.phi; peer-reviewed

A New Stellar Companion to GJ 835 - Clark, Catherine A.; Horch, Elliott; Davidson, James W. (Research notes of the AAS, 2023)
Num Pages: 1
Keywords: dept.phy

COVID-19, housing, and environmental injustice - Njoku, Anuli; Marcelin, Joseph (Hygiene, 2023)
Num Pages: 10
Keywords: dept.pch

Diabetic Macular Edema Detection based on Non-mydriatic Retinal Image - Gilbert, Njihia Muchori; Hamada, R. H. Al-Absi; Saleh, Musleh; Mohammad, Tariqul Islam; Tanvir, Alam (2023 3rd International Conference on Computing and Information Technology, 2023)
Keywords: dept.csc

The many currents of antebellum maritime empire - Smith, Jason W. (Diplomatic History, 2023)
Keywords: dept.his; peer-reviewed

Christian identity, piety, and politics in early modern England - Dodson, J. Michael (Reformation, 2023)
Num Pages: 3
Keywords: book.review; dept.eng

Nanotechnology in Electronics, Photonics, Biosensors and Energy Systems - Jain, F.; Braodbridge, C.; Gherasimova, M.; Hong, X. Tang (2023)
Pages: undefined Publication Title: Selected topics in electornics and systems
Keywords: dept.phy

Briefly Recalling Some Antecedents of Standards-Based Reform and Standardized Assessment in American Mathematics Education - Darrow, Brian (Journal of Mathematics Education at Teachers College, 2023)
Num Pages: 6
Keywords: dept.mat; peer-reviewed

Book Review: Invisible Mothers: Unseen Yet Hypervisible After Incarceration by Garcia-Hallett, J. - Smoyer, Amy B. (Affilia, 2023)
Num Pages: 1
Keywords: book.review; dept.swk

“Sports! More than just a game” - Smith, Christina (Connecticut history, 2023)
Num Pages: 3
Keywords: dept.swk

Blue Economy - Germond-duret, Celine; Garland, Michaela; Heidkamp, C. Patrick; Morrissey, John (International Encyclopedia of Geography, 2023)
Num Pages: 4
Keywords: dept.egm

Building or Burning: Critical Reflections on Social and Political Change - Krings, Amy; D’Angelo, Karen; Ivery, Jan M.; Murphy-Nugen, Amy B. (Journal of Policy Practice and Research, 2023)
Num Pages: 6
Keywords: dept.swk; peer-reviewed

Macro-Level Social Work Interventions in Schools: Poverty Simulation Programs as Professional Development Opportunities for K–12 Educators - Curry, Anna Maria T.; Tomczak, Stephen Monroe (Children & Schools, 2023)
Num Pages: 7
Keywords: dept.swk

Costa Rica after Coffee: The Co-op Era in History and Memory - Kordick, Carmen (Agricultural History, 2023)
Num Pages: 3
Keywords: book.review; dept.his

Experimental Status of the Chiral Magnetic Effect - Finch, Evan (Epj Web of Conferences, 2023)
Num Pages: 1
Keywords: dept.phy

Covid-19 and environmental racism - Njoku, Anuli; Marcelin, Joseph (Springer eBooks, 2023)
Keywords: dept.pch

International comparison on economics impact from the COVID-19 pandemic: policy analysis - Supple, Brandon; Yu, Jia (Medical Research Archives, 2023)
Keywords: SCSU-student; dept.eco; peer-reviewed

Towards an integrated understanding of art, spirituality, and well-being - Yang, Charlie (Journal of Management, Spirituality & Religion, 2023)
Keywords: dept.mgt; peer-reviewed

The role of combat exposure on drinking behavior and subjective well-being: A Rubin Causal Model approach. - McKee, Paul; Budnick, Christopher J.; Walters, Kenneth S.; Bind, Marie-Abèle (Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy, 2024)
Keywords: dept.psy; peer-reviewed

The Escalating Competition Faced by Netflix - Jin, Sun Ahn; Jung, Hoon Kim; Youngbin, Kim; Jaeseong, Lim (Journal of Accounting-Business dan Management, 2023)
Num Pages: 1
Keywords: dept.mgt; peer-reviewed

Aspects of Greek-Russian Relations in the Early Modern and Modern Periods (17th-20th Centuries) - Chrissidis, Nikolaos (Annuaire de l'École pratique des hautes études (EPHE), Section des sciences religieuses. Résumé des conférences et travaux, 2023)
This series of four presentations sought to examine case studies of Greek-Russian relations in the early modern and, mostly, modern period. In the choice of topics, I was guided by two considerations: first, I sought to highlight topics that, to my mind, have not yet attracted the attention they deserve in historiography. For example, although alms collections in the Russian Empire in the early modern period have been discussed repeatedly, this has not been the case until quite recently for t...
ISBN: 9782909036519 Number: 130
Keywords: Christianisme orthodoxe; Histoire des chrétiens d’Orient (XVIe-XXIe siècle); dept.his

Marathon and ultra-endurance performance - Lunn, William R. (Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 2023)
Num Pages: 1
Keywords: dept.hms; peer-reviewed

Cannabidiol supplementation alleviates anxiety, mitigates pain, extends endurance, and facilitates greater exercise exertion: 277 - Lunn, William R.; Axtell, Robert S. III; Venard, Anna; Bodurtha, Phillip; Brunello, Greta; Bukowski, Zachary (Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 2023)
An abstract is unavailable.
Keywords: dept.hms; peer-reviewed

Prevalence of physical activity, sleep, and screen-time in youth before and during the covid-19 pandemic: 1735 - Rupp, Kristie; Friel, Ciaran P. (Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 2023)
An abstract is unavailable.
Keywords: dept.hms; peer-reviewed

The Effect of Market-Entry Timing on a Firm’s Speed and Cost of Entry - Lee, Minjae (American Journal of Management, 2023)
This paper examines the effect of market-entry timing on a firm’s speed and cost of entry in a setting where a firm needs to build a plant for market entry. Based on our developed analytical model, we provide seven scenarios of the market-entry timing effect on a firm’s entry speed and cost. We test hypotheses in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry. We use Wooldridge’s three-step instrumental variable (IV) approach to account for endogeneity bias. We find that a late entrant has (1) a shorter time-to-build and (2) a higher cost-to-build relative to an early entrant. Further, (3) the late entrant positively moderates the negative relationship of time-to-build and cost-to-build (i.e., the negative relationship of time-to build and cost-to-build becomes less negative for the late entrant). These empirical results are consistent with the prediction of when both revenue effect (i.e., revenue curve shift) and cost effect (i.e., cost curve leftward shift) exist.
Number: 3
Keywords: dept.mgt; peer-reviewed; time compression diseconomies

Culturally Responsive Special Education - Gerzel-Short, Lydia; Jerae, Kelly; Hovey, Katrina A.; Hsiao, Yun‐Ju; Wei, Yan (Advances in educational marketing, administration, and leadership book series, 2023)
Keywords: dept.sed

Preparing culturally responsive teachers: a systematic review - Miller, Rhonda D.; Gerzel-Short, Lydia; Kelly, Jerae H.; Uphold, Nicole; Hsiao, Yun-Ju; Hovey, Katrina A.; Wei, Yan (Multicultural Learning and Teaching, 2023)
As the world continues to ponder issues of equity and diversity, U.S. public schools face an expanding demographic divide between teachers and students. While diverse groups of public school students show an increase in population, the teaching workforce in the U.S. remains overwhelmingly White. The purpose of this systematic review is to examine how preservice teachers (PST) are being prepared to be culturally responsive. A total of 26 studies published between 2006 and 2020 were reviewed. The results indicate that PSTs’ learning experiences are varied and tend to be stand-alone approaches focused on changing the attitudes and beliefs of PSTs. Findings also bring to light the vagueness of terminology used in the research to define cultural groups of students, the conspicuous absence of studies related to LGBTQ+ populations, and the lack of study replications. Implications for future research are discussed.
Keywords: culturally responsive; dept.sed; diversity; peer-reviewed; pre-service teacher; teacher education; teacher preparation

Disruptive Technologies and Innovation in Hospitality: A Computer-Assisted Qualitative Data Analysis Approach - Lee, Minwoo; Sisson, Annamarie D.; Costa, Rui; Bai, Billy (Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Research, 2023)
As emerging digital technologies have been used for disruptive innovation and business models, an essential component for hospitality researchers and practitioners is to determine the role of disruptive technologies and innovation in hospitality businesses. This study synthesizes prior research on disruptive innovation and identifies disruptive technologies in the hospitality context. A thematic analysis was performed through a computer-assisted qualitative data analysis approach using 23 publicly traded hospitality companies. Results reveal that disruptive technology and innovation are among the most critical strategic aspects in contemporary hospitality firms. This study provides contributions to hospitality researchers and practitioners to implement disruptive technologies for superior business performance. This study is among the first to introduce and synthesize disruptive technologies and innovation in the hospitality context.
Keywords: dept.rec; peer-reviewed

What explains the spread of corporate social responsibility? The role of competitive pressure and institutional isomorphism in the diffusion of voluntary adoption - Han, Seungmin; Ito, Kiyohiko (Journal of Management & Organization, 2023)
This study provides a new perspective on the determinants of the spread of voluntary corporate social responsibility (CSR) adoption by incorporating the potential role of its adoption by industry competitors. We find supportive evidence that firms make CSR adoption decisions in response to competitive pressure as well as institutional mimetic pressures. Based on an event history analysis of longitudinal data from a sample of 711 Korean publicly traded firms over a 12-year period, our findings suggest that the CSR behavior of competitors is positively associated with a focal firm's earlier adoption of CSR, leading to the diffusion of CSR across firms. Specifically, this study shows that the pure rivalry-driven pressure from non-leader competitors has a stronger positive relationship with earlier CSR adoption. The results also indicate that a firm's CSR adoption decision is accelerated by competitive rivalry as well as social pressures arising from institutional mimetic isomorphism.
Keywords: Competitive strategy; corporate social responsibility; dept.mgt; institutional theory; peer-reviewed; quantitative methods

Russia in the German global imaginary: imperial visions and utopian desires, 1905-1941 - Paddock, Troy (First World War Studies, 2023)
Num Pages: 2
Keywords: book.review; dept.his

Virginia Woolf, money, and “the world’s oldest profession” - Neverow, Vara (ITINERÁRIOS – Revista de Literatura, 2023)
Keywords: dept.eng

Higher education and the great resignation: a crisis of compounded inequities - Rivers, Yevgeniya (2023)
Keywords: SCSU-student; dept.edl

Small Power: How Local Parties Shape Elections by David Doherty, Conor M Dowling and Michael G Miller - Wharton, Jonathan L. (Political Science Quarterly, 2023)
Num Pages: 3
Keywords: book.review; dept.psc

Language and racial capitalism: linguistic anthropological approaches to minoritized labor, standard language, and racial bias - McGill, Kenneth (Transforming Anthropology, 2023)
This article examines racial capitalism from a semiotic perspective, arguing that economic value, like language and race, can be described in situated and indexical terms. I attempt to show how raciolinguistic bias in and around the workplace is linked to a larger labor market in which minoritized labor is reproduced in a systemic way, and to explore hegemonic formations of racialization in the workplace and beyond. The jumping-off point for much of my argument is the work of the historian and political theorist Cedric Robinson.
_eprint: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1111/traa.12246
Keywords: dept.ant; labor; language; markets; minoritization; peer-reviewed; race

Ex Ante Predictability of Stock Returns in a Frontier Market - Nguyen, Khoa (Applied Finance Letters, 2022)
This study reports results on the ex ante predictability of stock returns using real-time stock market data in Vietnam, a frontier market, from June 2008 to June 2021. Countries classified as a frontier market are often known for currency manipulation, financial market illiquidity, and political instability. Despite the enormous risk usually posed by these inefficiencies, potential profits are large and achievable for many investors. This study provides evidence on existing a strategy to form out-of-sample long portfolios that generate statistically significant and positive mean monthly returns even in the presence of transaction costs. I also justify the magnitude of these returns by showing that they exceed those of VnIndex and MSCI Vietnam Index. The results reject the hypothesis that the stock prices in Vietnamese market follow random walks, thus oppose the stock market efficiency hypothesis. Evidence found in this study provides a better understanding of informational efficiency in a frontier equity market setting. Specifically, there are several implications on portfolio selection strategies, stock price patterns, and trading behavior bias related to Vietnamese stock market can be drawn from this study.
Keywords: dept.fin; peer-reviewed

Proverb: Nearly Spring in a New Hampshire Barn - Randall, Regine (On and Off the Road: Poems of New Hampshire, 2020)
"This poetry anthology, with poems from poets throughout New England and from other states - is a result of Peterborough Poetry Project's second poetry contest. We invited poets, writers, and observers to submit up to three poems about New Hampshire - past, present, future, or fantasy. Forty-eight poems from the contest form this book. The poems are in three different sections by themes: People, Places, and The Wild, but readers may find that several poems have more than one theme. A poem may appear to be about nature, but also our reactions to it. Another poem may appear to be true, but might be pure fantasy. Such is the nature of poetry: read it for the obvious, then read it again to see if more reveals itself"–Back cover
Google-Books-ID: 9QSYzQEACAAJ
Keywords: dept.cur; literary-poetry

New Literacies of Online Research and Comprehension - Leu, Donald J.; Kiili, Carita; Forzani, Elena; Zawilinski, Lisa; O'Byrne, W. Ian; McVerry, J. Greg (The Encyclopedia of Applied Linguistics, 2021)
This entry explores the question of how to conceptualize literacy as a deictic concept, one that continually changes as new technologies for literacy and learning emerge. It suggests a dual-level conceptualization of theory: a New Literacies theory as an overarching theory that encompasses perspectives and findings from the many studies of literacy, which are referred to as new literacies theories, using lower case. It then focuses special attention on an important lower-case theory, the new literacies of online research and comprehension. This new literacies theory frames online reading as a process of problem-based inquiry involving the new skills, strategies, dispositions, and social practices that take place as we use the Internet to solve problems and answer questions. Current understanding of online reading to learn from a New Literacies perspective is informed by recent research using assessments that measure students' ability to conduct online research in science and comprehend what they read in a virtual online world. Findings suggest that online reading requires different skills than reading paper materials; that differences across modes of reading are important for school learning; and that the Internet is best conceived as a literacy issue rather than a technology issue.
_eprint: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1002/9781405198431.wbeal0865.pub2
Keywords: Literacy; Literacy Practices Online; New Literacies; Online Reading; Teaching Reading; dept.cur

New Literacies of Online Reading Comprehension - Leu, Donald J.; Everett-Cacopardo, Heidi; Zawilinski, Lisa; McVerry, Greg; O'Byrne, W. Ian (The Encyclopedia of Applied Linguistics, 2012)
Literacy has become deictic (Leu, 2000); the meaning of literacy is rapidly changing as new technologies for literacy continually appear and new social practices of literacy quickly emerge.
_eprint: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1002/9781405198431.wbeal0865
Keywords: Internet; dept.cur; language in the classroom; literacy; online reading comprehension; reading

River Flow Forecasting: A Comparison Between Feedforward and Layered Recurrent Neural Network - Aljahdali, Sultan; Sheta, Alaa; Turabieh, Hamza (Innovation in Information Systems and Technologies to Support Learning Research, 2020)
Forecasting the daily flows of rivers is a challenging task that have a significant impact on the environment, agriculture, and people life. This paper investigates the river flow forecasting problem using two types of Deep Neural Networks (DNN) structures, Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) and Layered Recurrent Neural Networks (L-RNN) for two rivers in the USA, Black and Gila rivers. The data sets collected for a period of seven years for Black river (six years for training and one year for testing) and four years for Gila river (three years for training and one year for testing) were used for our experiments. An order selection method based partial auto-correlation sequence was employed to determine the appropriate order for the proposed models in both cases. Mean square errors (MSE), Root mean square errors (RMSE) and Variance (VAF) were used to evaluate to developed models. The obtained results show that the proposed LSTM is able to produce an excellent model in each case study.
Keywords: Forecasting; Long short-term memory; River Flow; dept.csc

Diagnosis of Brain Tumors in MR Images Using Metaheuristic Optimization Algorithms - Braik, Malik; Sheta, Alaa; Aljahdali, Sultan (Innovation in Information Systems and Technologies to Support Learning Research, 2020)
Image clustering presents a hot topic that researchers have chased extensively. There is always a need to a promising clustering technique due to its vital role in further image processing steps. This paper presents a compelling clustering approach for brain tumors and breast cancer in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). Driven by the superiority of nature-inspired algorithms in providing computational tools to deal with optimization problems, we propose Flower Pollination Algorithm (FPA) and Crow Search Algorithm (CSA) to present a clustering method for brain tumors and breast cancer. Evaluation clustering results of CSA and FPA were judged using two apposite criteria and compared with results of K-means, fuzzy c-means and other metaheuristics when applied to cluster the same benchmark datasets. The clustering method-based CSA and FPA yielded encouraging results, significantly outperforming those obtained by K-means and fuzzy c-means and slightly surpassed those of other metaheuristic algorithms.
Keywords: Clustering; Crow Search Algorithm; Flower Pollination Algorithm; Fuzzy C-mean; K-means; dept.csc

Development of a Sleep Monitoring System by Using a Depth Sensor: A Pilot Study - Park, Jangwoon; Kim, Jungyoon; Park, Jaehyun; Sheta, Alaa; Murphey, Christina; Um, Dugan (Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics in Healthcare and Medical Devices, 2020)
Sleep is an essential part of health and longevity persons. As people grow older, the quality of their sleep becomes vital. Poor sleep quality can make negative physiological, psychological, and social impacts on the elderly population, causing a range of health problems including coronary heart disease, depression, anxiety, and loneliness. Early detection, proper diagnosis, and treatments for sleep disorders can be achieved by identifying sleep patterns through long-term sleep monitoring. Although many studies developed sleep monitoring systems by using non-invasive measures such as body temperature, pressure, or body movement signal, research is still limited to detect sleep position changes by using a depth camera. The present study is intended (1) to identify concerns on the existing sleep monitoring system based on the literature review and (2) propose to developing a non-invasive sleep monitoring system using an infrared depth camera. For the literature review, various journal/conference papers have been reviewed to understand the characteristics, tools, and algorithms of the existing sleep monitoring systems. For the system development and validation, we collected data for the sleep positions from two subjects (35 years old man and 84 years old women) during the four-hour sleep. Kinect II depth sensor was used for data collection. We found that the averaged depth data is useful measure to notify the participants’ positional changes during the sleep.
Keywords: Kinect II depth sensor; Sleep movement; Sleep pattern; Sleep quality; dept.csc

Statistical Models for Predicting a Patient’s Respiratory Disturbance Index - Park, Jangwoon; Sheta, Alaa; Surani, Salim (CHEST, 2019)
SESSION TITLE: Clinical Prediction and Diagnosis of OSA
Keywords: dept.csc

Evolving neural networks using bird swarm algorithm for data classification and regression applications - Aljarah, Ibrahim; Faris, Hossam; Mirjalili, Seyedali; Al-Madi, Nailah; Sheta, Alaa; Mafarja, Majdi (Cluster Computing, 2019)
This work proposes a new evolutionary multilayer perceptron neural networks using the recently proposed Bird Swarm Algorithm. The problem of finding the optimal connection weights and neuron biases is first formulated as a minimization problem with mean square error as the objective function. The BSA is then used to estimate the global optimum for this problem. A comprehensive comparative study is conducted using 13 classification datasets, three function approximation datasets, and one real-world case study (Tennessee Eastman chemical reactor problem) to benchmark the performance of the proposed evolutionary neural network. The results are compared with well-regarded conventional and evolutionary trainers and show that the proposed method provides very competitive results. The paper also considers a deep analysis of the results, revealing the flexibility, robustness, and reliability of the proposed trainer when applied to different datasets.
Keywords: Bird Swarm Algorithm; Classification; Multilayer perceptron; Neural networks; Optimization; Regression; dept.csc; peer-reviewed

Diagnosis of Sleep Apnea Using Artificial Neural Network and Binary Particle Swarm Optimization for Feature Selection - Surani, Salim; Sheta, Alaa; Turabieh, Hamza; Park, Jangwoon; Mathur, Sunil; Katangur, Ajay (CHEST, 2019)
SESSION TITLE: Clinical Prediction and Diagnosis of OSA
Keywords: dept.csc

Collision-Free Autonomous Robot Navigation in Unknown Environments Utilizing PSO for Path Planning - Krell, Evan; Sheta, Alaa; Balasubramanian, Arun Prassanth Ramaswamy; King, Scott A. (Journal of Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing Research, 2019)
AbstractThe autonomous navigation of robots in unknown environments is a challenge since it needs the integration of a several subsystems to implement different functionality. It needs drawing a map of the environment, robot map localization, motion planning or path following, implementing the path in real-world, and many others; all have to be implemented simultaneously. Thus, the development of autonomous robot navigation (ARN) problem is essential for the growth of the robotics field of research. In this paper, we present a simulation of a swarm intelligence method is known as Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) to develop an ARN system that can navigate in an unknown environment, reaching a pre-defined goal and become collision-free. The proposed system is built such that each subsystem manipulates a specific task which integrated to achieve the robot mission. PSO is used to optimize the robot path by providing several waypoints that minimize the robot traveling distance. The Gazebo simulator was used to test the response of the system under various envirvector representing a solution to the optimization problem.onmental conditions. The proposed ARN system maintained robust navigation and avoided the obstacles in different unknown environments. vector representing a solution to the optimization problem.
Keywords: dept.csc; peer-reviewed

Adaboosting Model for Detecting Osa - Surani, Salim; Sheta, Alaa; Turabieh, Hamza; Subramanian, Shyamsunder (CHEST, 2019)
SESSION TITLE: Clinical Prediction and Diagnosis of OSA
Keywords: dept.csc

Preface - Logan, Isabel; Green, Cheryl (Stabilization Approaches That Empower Clients Through Mental Health Crises, 2023)
Keywords: dept.nur; dept.swk

911: Stabilization approaches used by police social workers - Logan, Isabel; Madden, Robert; Sallaku, Katherine (Stabilization Approaches That Empower Clients Through Mental Health Crises, 2023)
Police social workers are crucial components of police departments when individuals or communities experience crises. They perform essential tasks, including well-being checks, crisis intervention, de-escalation, mediation, safety planning, referrals to community services, and other preventative measures to stabilize clients in crisis. The chapter will define police social work and give the reader insight into the stabilization approaches used by police social workers to prepare clients for their next level of care. The chapter begins with a brief history of the evolution of police social workers within the context of public policy and their most recent call to action to address mental health crises. The authors utilize a multi-tier approach to highlight stabilization approaches used by police social workers with a focus on empowering individuals, families, and communities to collaborate on solutions. The chapter uses case scenarios drawn from the experiences of police social workers and interns to demonstrate stabilization approaches. A racial equity, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed lens informs the approach to stabilizing client systems in law enforcement settings. © 2023, IGI Global. All rights reserved.
Keywords: dept.swk

Speaking and Reading in Two Languages: On the Identification of Reading and Language Disabilities in Spanish-Speaking English Learners - Francis, David J.; Rojas, Raúl; Gusewski, Svenja; Santi, Kristi L.; Khalaf, Shiva; Hiebert, Lindsey; Bunta, Ferenc (New Directions for Child and Adolescent Development, 2019)
Articles in this issue examine (1) the primary sources of variability in reading and language achievement among Spanish-speaking English learners (ELs) in the United States, (2) the extent to which poor performance at the end of grade 2 is identifiable in developmental trajectories beginning in kindergarten, (3) the relations among core reading constructs of phonological awareness and decoding in both English and Spanish and the factors that affect their relationship, (4) the performance of different approaches to identification and the factors that influence how well they work, as well as (5) the growing literature focused on intervention for reading problems in this population. This article examines the literature on language minority students and disability identification and analyzes a large-scale longitudinal dataset (>4,000 ELs; >15,000 observations) to systematically characterize and describe the oral language and reading development of Spanish-speaking children designated as ELs from kindergarten to second grade, considering a range of factors that may potentially contribute to that characterization and its relation to academic performance. This systematic characterization should facilitate the development of an empirical basis for a theoretically grounded framework of typical development in ELs in order to more precisely identify those children with language and learning disabilities.
_eprint: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1002/cad.20306
Keywords: dept.cmd; peer-reviewed

Moving Forward by Looking Back: Understanding Why Some Spanish-Speaking English Learners Fall Behind - Rojas, Raúl; Hiebert, Lindsey; Gusewski, Svenja; Francis, David J. (New Directions for Child and Adolescent Development, 2019)
This study investigated early indicators of Spanish-speaking English learners (ELs) at risk for reading difficulties at the end of Grade 2 by examining their early bilingual oral language development, taking into account language of academic instruction. Standardized measures of reading and narrative samples were collected in English and Spanish from kindergarten to Grade 2 from 1,243 ELs primarily instructed in English or Spanish. Conditional growth curve models yielded four primary findings of reading and oral language development. First, ELs with low reading achievement at the end of Grade 2 demonstrated early reading difficulties during kindergarten. Second, although ELs demonstrated overall higher reading achievement in their instructed language, this difference decreased over time. Third, ELs with low reading achievement at the end of Grade 2 demonstrated lower oral language skills in each language over time. Fourth, ELs demonstrated overall higher oral language skills in their instructed language, yet these differences varied over time. The study provided a detailed description of the longitudinal relations among the bilingual reading and oral language skills of Spanish-speaking ELs during the early school years. These findings help to inform the processes of early identification and intervention for Spanish-speaking ELs who are likely to demonstrate reading achievement difficulties.
_eprint: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1002/cad.20305
Keywords: dept.cmd; peer-reviewed

Behavioral Responses of Sea Lamprey to Varying Application Rates of a Synthesized Pheromone in Diverse Trapping Scenarios - Johnson, Nicholas S.; Lewandoski, Sean A.; Alger, Bethany J.; O’Connor, Lisa; Bravener, Gale; Hrodey, Peter; Huerta, Belinda; Barber, Jessica; Li, Weiming; Wagner, C. Michael; Siefkes, Michael J. (Journal of Chemical Ecology, 2020)
Use of the first fish pheromone biopesticide, 3-keto petromyzonol sulfate (3kPZS) in sea lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) control requires an understanding of both how the amount 3kPZS applied to a trap relates to catch, and how that relationship varies among stream types. By conducting 3kPZS dose-response experiments over two years and across six varied trapping contexts, we conclude (1) that 3kPZS application is best standardized by how much is emitted from the trap instead of the fully mixed concentration achieved downstream, and (2) that 3kPZS is more effective in wide streams (>30 m). In wide streams, emission of 3kPZS at 50 mg hr.−1 from the trap increased capture rate by 10–15% as sea lamprey were 25–50% more likely to enter the trap after encounter. However, in narrow streams (< 15 m), 50 mg hr.−1 3kPZS generally reduced probabilities of upstream movement, trap encounter, and entrance. While 3kPZS significantly influenced upstream movement, encounter, and capture probabilities, these behaviors were also highly influenced by water temperature, stream width, sea lamprey length, and sex. This study highlights that a pheromone component in a stream environment does not ubiquitously increase trap catch in all contexts, but that where, how, and when the pheromone is applied has major impacts on whether it benefits or hinders trapping efforts.
Keywords: Application rate; Invasive species; Lamprey; Pheromone; Trap; dept.che; peer-reviewed

Early life interactions with aquatic insects elicit physiological and behavioral stress responses in lake sturgeon (Acipenser fulvescens) - Wassink, Lydia; Riedy, Joseph J.; Huerta, Belinda; Johnson, Garrett; Larson, Douglas L.; Li, Weiming; Scribner, Kim T. (Environmental Biology of Fishes, 2021)
Predator encounters during early life can elicit behavioral and physiological responses that have fitness consequences during subsequent prey life stages. In threatened lake sturgeon (Acipenser fulvescens) and other lithophilic-spawning fishes, newly hatched larvae (free embryos) are exposed to abundant predators including aquatic insect larvae that co-occupy stream substrates. We investigated stress effects on lake sturgeon larvae after encounters with common aquatic insect predators by quantifying mortality, body size, cortisol levels, and swimming behavior. Free embryos were exposed to either Perlidae (stonefly obligate predators) or Isonychiidae (mayfly filterers and facultative predators) or to no predators (controls). Free embryos that encountered perlids experienced high mortality, elevated cortisol levels, and exhibited cortisol reactivity when subsequently exposed to an acute stressor. Free embryos that encountered isonychiids exhibited elevated mortality, and elevated cortisol and cortisol reactivity relative to controls. Findings indicate that lake sturgeon free embryos are stressed by exposure to members of benthic stream communities during early life stages (predation of nearby conspecifics), and that metrics of stress exhibited threat sensitivity. Data are consistent with predictions that individuals modulate antipredator behavior in response to the intensity of perceived predation threat in the environment. We determined that behavioral outcomes associated with encounters with aquatic insects altered future behavioral trajectories, potentially as an adaptive response that can affect predation rates in subsequent life stages. Results contribute to a broader understanding of how interspecies interactions among co-occurring predator and prey communities may impact individual fitness and fish population recruitment.
Keywords: Aquatic invertebrates; Behavioral plasticity; Early life mortality; Lake sturgeon; Threat sensitivity; dept.che; peer-reviewed

Monitoring of emerging contaminants of concern in the aquatic environment: a review of studies showing the application of effect-based measures - Yusuf, Azeez; O'Flynn, Dylan; White, Blanaid; Holland, Linda; Parle-McDermott, Anne; Lawler, Jenny; McCloughlin, Thomas; Harold, Denise; Huerta, Belinda; Regan, Fiona (Analytical Methods, 2021)
Water scarcity is increasingly a global cause of concern mainly due to widespread changes in climate conditions and increased consumptive water use driven by the exponential increase in population growth. In addition, increased pollution of fresh water sources due to rising production and consumption of pharmaceuticals and organic chemicals will further exacerbate this concern. Although surface water contamination by individual chemicals is often at very low concentration, pharmaceuticals for instance are designed to be efficacious at low concentrations, creating genuine concern for their presence in freshwater sources. Furthermore, the additive impact of multiple compounds may result in toxic or other biological effects that otherwise will not be induced by individual chemicals. Globally, different legislative frameworks have led to pre-emptive efforts which aim to ensure good water ecological status. Reports detailing the use and types of effect-based measures covering specific bioassay batteries that can identify specific mode of actions of chemical pollutants in the aquatic ecosystem to evaluate the real threat of pollutants to aquatic lives and ultimately human lives have recently emerged from monitoring networks such as the NORMAN network. In this review, we critically evaluate some studies within the last decade that have implemented effect-based monitoring of pharmaceuticals and organic chemicals in aquatic fauna, evaluating the occurrence of different chemical pollutants and the impact of these pollutants on aquatic fauna with special focus on pollutants that are contaminants of emerging concern (CEC) in urban wastewater. A critical discussion on studies that have used effect-based measures to assess biological impact of pharmaceutical/organic compound in the aquatic ecosystem and the endpoints measurements employed is presented. The application of effect-based monitoring of chemicals other than assessment of water quality status is also discussed.
Keywords: dept.che; peer-reviewed

Development and application of an LC-MS method to the determination of poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) in drinking, sea and surface water samples - Huerta, Belinda; McHugh, Brendan; Regan, Fiona (Analytical Methods, 2022)
Poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) are a group of synthetic organic surfactants that have become a global concern because of their toxicity and widespread presence in the aquatic environment and organisms globally. In this study, a new analytical method has been developed and validated for the analysis of 15 perfluorinated compounds in different water matrices: river water, drinking water and seawater. Water extraction was performed in anion exchange solid phase extraction cartridges, and extracts were analysed by liquid chromatography in tandem with mass spectrometry. Recoveries for target analytes were between 35 and 120%, depending on the water matrix. Method detection limits were in the range of 0.5–17 ng L−1. The validated method was applied to the determination of perfluorinated compounds in water samples around Ireland. Eight compounds out of fifteen were detected at least in one sample. Measured concentrations were higher in river water than seawater, and drinking water had the lowest levels, although still detectable for a considerable amount of compounds. The most prevalent compounds were PFPeA, PFOA and PFHxA, present in all types of water, and they had the highest concentrations.
Keywords: dept.che; peer-reviewed

CHE 260 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory Manual - Karatjas, Andrew G.; Coca, Adiel (Freeman Custom Publishing, 2013)

Organic Chemistry 261 Lab Manual - Karatjas, Andrew; Coca, Adiel (2012)
Keywords: dept.che

The Chemistry of Organoboron Species: Classification and Basic Properties - Williams, Cory; Luis, Mario; Lopez, Ivan; Coca, Adiel (Patai's Chemistry of Functional Groups, 2019)
Organoboron chemistry began more than 150 years ago when the synthesis and reactivity of triethylborane was described. Organoboron chemistry research has rapidly increased within the past few decades due to the increased usage of organoboron compounds in organic synthesis and biomedical applications. This chapter gives an overview of the general physical and chemical characteristics of select organoboron compounds. Only compounds incorporating a boron–carbon bond are discussed in detail.
_eprint: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1002/9780470682531.pat0967
Keywords: aminoboranes; boranes; borinic acids; borinic esters; borohydrides; boron; boronic acids; boronic esters; dept.che; diazaboranes; organoboron compounds

Threat appraisal, emotional contagion, and Fear of COVID-19: Revision of the Extended Parallel Process Model - Prince, M.; Kim, Y. (Journal of Applied Social Science, 2023)
Fear of COVID-19 has been understandably widespread, given continual exposure to dire information from pandemic media coverage and interpersonal communications. The present study addresses a limitation of the extended parallel process model in predicting fear of COVID-19 by inclusion of the concept of emotional contagion. The main gap in the literature is filled by the study’s distinctive contribution that broadens and upgrades the extended parallel process model. The model is extended by its integration with the theory of emotional processing. The study is based on a national panel of adults (N = 206). The methods include path modeling by SmartPLS. In addition, multigroup analyses examine overall model differences between gender classifications. Findings and conclusions can be used to minimize excessive fear, and at the same time to promote confidence in following official public guidance and protective regulations to cope with the pandemic. © The Author(s) 2023.
Keywords: cognitive; dept.mkt; emotional contagion; fear; motivation; peer-reviewed; threat appraisal

Undergraduate Business Analytics and the Overlap with Information Systems Programs - Ceccucci, Wendy; Jones, Kiku; Toskin, Katarzyna; Leonard, Lori (Information Systems Education Journal, 2020)
As companies continue to put data and business analytics as their top priority, universities will need to supply students with the appropriate skill sets that meet this demand and offer future opportunities to their graduates. Although business analytics is a new field, many of the required competencies stem from already established areas such as Information/Computer Technology or Information Systems. Using a sample of 225 randomly selected AACSB accredited business schools this study examined the new developments in Business Analytics undergraduate academic programs, and determined the amount of overlap between the Business Analytics and the Information/Computer Technology degree programs. Our findings reveal that approximately 36 percent of the Business Analytics programs overlap with the Information/Computer Technology programs. In addition, the top three required courses in most Business Analytics programs include a Database course, predictive analytics course, and Introduction to Business Analytics. This research provides valuable insight for schools that haven't adopted a Business Analytics degree yet or are looking to improve their existing curriculum. In addition, colleges and universities can now utilize the appropriate Information Systems courses and include them as important foundation and part of their Business Analytics programs.
ERIC Number: EJ1258206
Keywords: Business Administration Education; Business Schools; College Curriculum; Computer Science Education; Elective Courses; Information Technology; Required Courses; Undergraduate Study; dept.bis; peer-reviewed; ⛔ No DOI found

Flow through Regression: A Guide to Interpreting and Communicating Regression Models for Data Analytics Students - Toskin, Katarzyna; Kunene, Niki (Information Systems Education Journal, 2021)
Faculty teaching data analytics at undergraduate level are often faced with the tension created by student under-preparedness, the demands of the course, and time constraints. How do faculty close this gap? In this paper, we propose the use of flow diagramming as an accessible method for interpreting regression analyses, in ways that are time efficient and not alienating to the student. Our study shows that the use of such flow diagrams has a positive effect on student understanding without additional remedial instruction. Time saved can be directed at core learning objectives of the analytics.
ERIC Number: EJ1319909
Keywords: Business Administration Education; College Faculty; College Preparation; Data Analysis; Pretests Posttests; Remedial Instruction; Statistics Education; Teaching Methods; Time Management; Undergraduate Students; Visual Aids; dept.bis; peer-reviewed; ⛔ No DOI found

An Approach for Ushering Logistic Regression Early in Introductory Analytics Courses - Kunene, Niki; Toskin, Katarzyna (Information Systems Education Journal, 2022)
Logistic regression (LoR) is a foundational supervised machine learning algorithm and yet, unlike linear regression, appears rarely taught early on, where analogy and proximity to linear regression would be an advantage. A random sample of 50 syllabi from undergraduate business statistics courses shows only two percent of the courses included LoR. Conceivable reasons for this dearth of LoR content is likely related to topic complexity, time constraints, and varying degrees of tool ease of use and support. We propose that these constraints can be countered by: [1] introducing logistic regression early, [2] informed tool selection prioritizing ease of use with comprehensive output, and [3] using/developing innovative, accessible, and easy to understand concept learning aids. This approach would leverage the proximity to linear regression and probability readily embed distributed practice for student understanding of a foundational technique.
ERIC Number: EJ1363423
Keywords: Business Administration Education; Comparative Analysis; Concept Formation; Course Content; Course Descriptions; Goodness of Fit; Institutional Characteristics; Introductory Courses; Private Colleges; Probability; Regression (Statistics); State Universities; Statistics Education; Teaching Methods; Two Year Colleges; Undergraduate Students; Universities; Usability; dept.bis; peer-reviewed; ⛔ No DOI found

Organizational Cost and Complexity Saving Opportunities via the Development, Deployment, and Implementation of Blockchain Networks - Pisano, Mark; Bassett, Richard (Information Technology and Management Science, 2021)
Blockchain is being promoted as the platform to disrupt business as usual in many transaction-heavy sectors. Questions remain about the future standards of blockchain, their feature set, functionality, and the willingness of organisations to disrupt their existing revenue streams via blockchain. The most significant near-term promise that affords industry is the cost and complexity savings via the standardization of their technology infrastructure stacks. This paper explores the benefits available of reduced costs and complexity via the adoption of blockchain.
Number: 1
Keywords: Blockchain; banking; deployment; dept.bis; human capital; industries; peer-reviewed

Property Management – An Industry of Fragmented Technology Solutions - Bassett, Richard; Pisano, Mark (Information Technology and Management Science, 2022)
Successful property management, which can be done by individual owners or by professional property managers, has numerous interrelated complex business processes: tenant attraction, screening, leasing, tenant move-in, property maintenance, retention/lease renewals, tenant move-out, and reputation management. Property managers must be highly skilled communicators and thoroughly understand the legal implications of housing and contract law in their operating environments. The lack of affordable solutions available to small and mid-sized property managers drives their use of fragmented technology solutions provided by numerous technology vendors that employ redundant data-gathering methods, putting them at a competitive disadvantage. This research paper explores the information systems needs of property managers in contrast to the solutions available to them in the marketplace.
Number: 1
Keywords: Automated business process; dept.bis; fragmented technology solutions; peer-reviewed; property leasing; property management; property marketing

Evaluating the Usability of the Wellness School Assessment Tool Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WellSAT WSCC): A School Wellness Policy Assessment Tool - Connolly, K.; Koslouski, J.B.; Chafouleas, S.M.; Schwartz, M.B.; Edmondson, B.; Briesch, A.M. (Journal of School Health, 2023)
BACKGROUND: Adoption of the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) model has been slowed by a lack of available tools to support implementation. The Wellness School Assessment Tool (WellSAT) WSCC is an online assessment tool that allows schools to evaluate the alignment of their policies with the WSCC model. This study assesses the usability of the WellSAT WSCC. METHODS: Using a convergent mixed methods design, we collected qualitative and quantitative data from 5 school-based participants with roles in development and evaluation of policy. Participants explored the platform while engaging in a think-aloud procedure and scored a sample policy using the platform. They also completed the System Usability Scale and responded to open-ended questions about the usability of the platform. RESULTS: Participants rated the WellSAT WSCC as an above-average user experience, but data suggested several areas for improvement, including improved instructions, enhanced visual design of the platform, and guidance for subsequent policy changes. CONCLUSION: The WellSAT WSCC provides an above-average user experience but can be improved to increase user experience. These improvements increase the potential for greater use to facilitate integration of the WSCC model into school policy. © 2023, American School Health Association.
Keywords: WSCC model; WellSAT WSCC; dept.hms; peer-reviewed; school health; school policy; whole child

Review of Christian Maps of the Holy Land - Serchuk, Camille (The Medieval Review, 2022)
Keywords: book.review; dept.art; ⛔ No DOI found

Brief Report: Exploratory Evaluation of Clinical Features Associated with Suicidal Ideation in Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder - Ellison, Kimberly S.; Jarzabek, Elzbieta; Jackson, Scott L. J.; Naples, Adam; McPartland, James C. (Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2022)
There has been a heightened awareness of an increased risk of suicidality among individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) due to high rates of suicidal ideation (SI) in this population (11–66%). The current study investigated the rate of parent-endorsed SI and associated clinical features in 48 youths with ASD (Age; M: 12.97 years, SD: 2.33). SI was endorsed in 18.75% of participants. Youth with SI exhibited significantly higher levels of affective problems, externalizing problems, feelings of humiliation and rejection, and symptoms related to perfectionism. Results indicate that co-occurring mental health problems are associated with suicidal ideation and provide relevant targets for psychotherapeutic intervention. This preliminary study in a modest sample suggests the value of further research in larger samples to replicate and generalize these findings.
Keywords: Autism spectrum disorder; Risk factors; Suicidal ideation; Suicide risk; Youth; dept.adm; peer-reviewed

An Introduction to Autism and the Autism Spectrum - Volkmar, Fred R.; Jackson, Scott; Pete, Brian (Handbook of Autism Spectrum Disorder and the Law, 2021)
The syndrome of infantile autism was identified in 1943 (although cases clearly were present earlier). Very quickly there began to be a debate about the nature of autism and the boundaries of the autism phenotype. In the 1970s multiple lines of evidence emerged to suggest that autism should be recognized as a disorder in its own right and this happened in 1980. Since that time there has been an explosion of research and the debate about the boundaries of the diagnostic concept has continued. It does appear that individuals on the autism spectrum present special issues and challenges in terms of their interactions with the legal system at all levels. In this chapter we summarize the state of scientific knowledge and highlight some important areas relevant to those who deal with individuals with autism in legal settings.
Keywords: Asperger’s; Autism; Autism spectrum disorder; Diagnosis; dept.adm

Improving Student Performance in Introductory Accounting - Raising Minimum Grade Standards is Not the Answer - Phillips, Janet (The Accounting Educators' Journal, 2021)
An ongoing debate continues at universities surrounding whether or not to raise minimum grade standards. Because of an inherent risk that enrollments may decline as a result, it is important to examine whether minimum grade policies are associated with improved student performance. To address this issue, the current study examines the relationship between higher minimum grade requirements in introductory accounting and student grades. The new minimum grade requirement of â€œCâ€ was established beginning with the fall 2015 semester for introductory accounting to strengthen the quality of the program for an AACSB application. The research design included modeling introductory accounting grades over a ten-year period to examine any effect of the increase in the minimum grade on studentsâ€™ grades in the course. The multivariate regression equation considered variables previously found associated with introductory accounting grades (i.e., status as accounting major, grade point average, mathematics preparedness and previous experience taking the course). An additional dichotomous variable was introduced to capture the impact of students on the new program. All students were taught by the same professor, using the same textbook, teaching philosophy and examination format to enhance the comparison. Results suggest average grades in introductory accounting did not improve as expected.
Number: 1
Keywords: dept.acc; peer-reviewed; ⛔ No DOI found

An Examination of the Relationship Between the Funded Status of Defined Benefit Pension Plans and the Financial Condition of Sponsoring Organizations – Public Vs Private Sector - Phillips, Janet F. (Journal of Accounting Ethics and Public Policy, 2022)
Defined benefit pension plans are a bedrock of the U.S. economy providing guaranteed payment streams at pre-established amounts. Results suggest public plans, sponsored by State and Local governments, and private plans, sponsored by public corporations, are unfunded. State plans were found to have the largest pension and unfunded pension liabilities. Examination of relationships between unfunded pension liabilities and fiscal or financial stability of sponsoring organizations suggests unfunded State pension plans are more likely to be sponsored by financially struggling sponsors measured by general obligation bond ratings. Local governments and Corporations with unfunded pension plans are less likely to be struggling financially. Fiscal distress of Local governments was measured by survival analysis. Corporation financial distress was quantified by a model designed to predict bankruptcy. Financially stable organizations failing to fund pension plans, in this case local governments and corporations, suggests a lack of social responsibility.
Keywords: Defined benefit pension plans; dept.acc; financial or fiscal distress; peer-reviewed; social responsibility; unfunded pension liabilities; ⛔ No DOI found

How to Handle Pressure to Act Unethically - Haylon, Lisa S.; Bishop, Carol C.; Boyle, Douglas M.; Hermanson, Dana R. (Management Accounting Quarterly, 2022)
It is likely that accountants will face pressure to act unethically during their careers. We offer 10 practical steps to help financial professionals prepare for and respond to the pressure to act unethically.
Num Pages: 1-9 Place: Montvale, United States
Keywords: Accounting; Business And Economics–Accounting; Business And Economics–Management; Business ethics; Compliance; Conformity; Decision making; Fraud; Management accountants; Personality; Professionals; dept.acc; peer-reviewed; ⛔ No DOI found

A data analytics mindset with Crisp-Dm - O'Hara, Richard; Haylon, Lisa S.; Boyle, Douglas M. (Strategic Finance, 2023)
According to a 2020 survey of 600 senior executives conducted by Harvard Business Review, 55% of organizations agreed that data analytics for decision making is extremely important and 92% asserted data analytics for decision making will be even more important in two years (bit.ly/3PBRENs). Organizations that strategically deploy tools across their finance and accounting functions have an opportunity to better structure manual processes into more stable, accurate, repeatable, and readily auditable procedures (see Gregory Kogan, Nathan Myers, Daniel J. Gaydon, and Douglas M. Boyle, "Advancing Digital Transformation," Strategic Finance, December 2021, bit.ly/3V45v0h). [...]financial decision makers are increasingly expected to engage data analytics to enhance decision making and create more efficient processes. Deployment/communication It's very important to assign responsibilities to team members (e.g., business analysts establish requirements, IT specialists gather required data, and data scientists develop and test advanced modeling techniques) with the requisite skills that vary among the phases. [...]unstructured data is data that has no uniform structure and typically isn't text-based, for example, image or sound files.
Num Pages: 38-45 Place: Montvale, United States
Keywords: Business And Economics–Accounting; Data analysis; Data mining; Decision making; Decision support systems; Enterprise resource planning; Management accounting; dept.acc; peer-reviewed; ⛔ No DOI found

The Crisis of Danbury Fair Mall - Ahn, Jin Sun; Chung, Hanyong; Kim, Jung Hoon; Kim, Youngbin; Shin, Natalie Jungyoun (Journal of Marketing Development and Competitiveness, 2021)
This case describes the difficult financial situation of Danbury Fair Mall, which is the second biggest shopping mall in Connecticut. After World War II, the shopping mall business had grown fast especially in suburban areas of the U.S. However, the increasing popularity of online shopping caused extensive damage to shopping malls. This case will provide students the chance to think about the past, the present, and the future of the shopping mall industry in the U.S
Number: 2
Keywords: Connecticut; dept.acc; dept.mgt; peer-reviewed; ⛔ No DOI found

Implementation Tools, Program Staff, and Budgets - Valdez-Barkwell, CM; Breny, J; Fagan, M; Roe, K (Health Program Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation, 2022)
Keywords: dept.pch

A Century of Italian War Narratives: Voices from the Sidelines - Gussago, Luigi; Palma, Pina (Brill, 2023)
Keywords: Contemporary History; Criticism & Theory; Cultural History; History; Literary Relations; Literature and Cultural Studies; Memory Studies; dept.wll

Computer networks: data communications, internet and security - Elahi, Ata; Cushman, Alex (Springer International Publishing, 2024)
​The hands-on textbook covers both the theory and applications of data communications, the Internet, and network security technology, following the ACM guideline for courses in networking. The content is geared towards upper undergraduate and graduate students in information technology, communications engineering, and computer science. The book is divided into three sections: Data Communications, Internet Architecture, and Network Security. Topics covered include flow control and reliable transmission; modulation, DSL, cable modem, and FTTH; Ethernet and Fast Ethernet; gigabit and 10 gigabit Ethernet; and LAN interconnection devices, among others. The book also covers emerging topics such as IPv6 and software defined networks. The book is accompanied with a lab manual which uses Wireshark, Cisco Packet Tracer, and virtual machines to lead students through simulated labs.
Keywords: Communications Channels and Media; Communications Networks; Computers / Information Theory; Computers / Networking / Hardware; Data Communications; Internet Protocols; Language Arts & Disciplines / Library & Information Science / General; Network Security; SCSU-student; Technology & Engineering / Electrical; Technology & Engineering / Telecommunications; Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN); dept.csc

Erratum: “The Kepler Follow-up Observation Program. I. A Catalog of Companions to Kepler Stars from High-resolution Imaging” (2017, AJ, 153, 71) - Furlan, E.; Ciardi, D. R.; Everett, M. E.; Saylors, M.; Teske, J. K.; Horch, E. P.; Howell, S. B.; Belle, G. T. van; Hirsch, L. A.; Gautier, T. N.; Adams, E. R.; Barrado, D.; et al. (The Astronomical Journal, 2017)
We have added references to Tables 3 and 8 (last column in each table). Below is a sample of both tables; the full tables are available in machine-readable form.
Keywords: dept.phy

Orbits of M Dwarf Binaries Big and Small: Revealing Their Sizes and Shapes Via a Multi-Pronged Observing Campaign - Vrijmoet, Eliot; Henry, Todd; Tokovinin, Andrei; Dieterich, Serge; Horch, Elliott; Jao, Wei-Chun; Winters, Jennifer; Team, Recons (Bulletin of the American Astronomical Society, 2022)
Presentation #205.10 in the session Binary Stellar System - iPoster Session.
Keywords: dept.phy; ⛔ No DOI found

The RKSTAR Concert — A RECONS Survey of the 5000 Nearest K Dwarfs - Henry, Todd; Casetti-Dinescu, Dana; Horch, Elliott; Hubbard-James, Hodari-Sadiki; Jao, Wei-Chun; Lesley, D. Xavier; Paredes, Leonardo; Shea, Melissa; Sutherland, Torrie; Team, Recons (Bulletin of the American Astronomical Society, 2022)
Presentation #305.15 in the session Stars, Cool Dwarfs, Brown Dwarfs — iPoster Session.
Keywords: dept.phy; ⛔ No DOI found

Do maturation, anthropometrics and leg muscle qualities influence repeated change of direction performance in adolescent boys and girls? - Giuriato, M.; Pellino, V.C.; Lovecchio, N.; Codella, R.; Vandoni, M.; Talpey, S. (Biology of Sport, 2023)
The ability to change direction rapidly is a key fitness quality especially in invasive sports where young players perform approximately 300 changes of direction in a game. There is currently limited understanding of how anthropometric characteristics and maturation status influence change of direction ability in adolescent. Therefore, the purpose of this investigation is to assess the influence of anthropometrics and maturation status on change of direction ability in young people. The study involved 706 adolescents (367 girls) aged 14-19-year-old attending the same high school in Northern Italy. Stature, body mass, seated height and leg length were measured to determine the anthropometrics and maturation status of the participants. Repeated change of direction ability (10 × 5 m shuttle run test), lower limb power and muscle strength were evaluated using field tests from the Eurofit test battery. Maturity offset was calculated separately for boys and girls, in accord with the equation proposed by Mirwald. Preliminary analysis with 10 × 5 m as a dependent variable and sex and PHV as a fixed factor, suggests a significant difference between sex (p < 0.001; d = 0.35) but not with PHV (p = 0.986; d = 0.000) and interaction PHV × sex (p = 0.836; d = 0.000). Our results suggested that repeated change of direction performance was influenced by anthropometrics, maturation and muscle qualities in adolescent boys and girls. © 2023 Institute of Sport. All rights reserved.
Keywords: Adolescent; Change of Direction; Eurofit Test; Peak Height Velocity; Speed; dept.hms; peer-reviewed

Physical Activity, Sleep, and Screen Time in Children and Adolescents Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Analysis of the 2019-2020 National Survey of Children’s Health - Friel, C.P.; Diaz, K.M.; Rupp, K. (American Journal of Health Promotion, 2023)
The COVID-19 pandemic led to unprecedented changes in people’s lifestyles across the United States, but the extent to which the pandemic affected health behaviors of children and adolescents (i.e., physical activity, screen-time, and sleep) is not well understood. These behaviors hold particular significance because of their association with health outcomes. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine whether engagement in health behaviors changed from pre-pandemic (2019) to during the pandemic (2020). Methods: The combined 2019-2020 National Survey of Children’s Health (NSCH) was used to inform this study. The NSCH is an annual survey designed to provide national estimates of key indicators of childhood health and well-being. Physical activity (number of days/week with >60 min of activity), screen-time (hours/day of TV viewing and computer use), and sleep (hours/day) were assessed by parental report. Adjusted binomial and multinomial logistic regression models were used to determine the association between survey year and health behaviors. Results: Children and adolescents were 36% more likely to be physically inactive in 2020 compared to 2019. Additionally, children and adolescents were 14% more likely to meet sleep guidelines and 39% less likely to meet screen-time guidelines in 2020 compared to 2019, independent of age, sex, race/ethnicity, and poverty level. Children (6-13 year) and adolescents (14-17 years) were 10% and 15% less likely to get below the recommended amount of sleep in 2020 compared to 2019, respectively. Conclusion: Prevalence of meeting sleep guidelines increased among children and adolescents in 2020 but decreased for physical activity and screen-time. Initiatives targeting activity and screen-time may be urgently needed. Whether rates of these health behaviors return to pre-pandemic levels over the next few years should be closely assessed. © The Author(s) 2023.
Keywords: adolescents; children; dept.hms; health behaviors; peer-reviewed; physical activity; screen time; sedentary behavior; sleep

Use of a supplemental feeding tube device and breastfeeding at 4 weeks - Penny, F.; Brownell, E.A.; Judge, M.; Marshall-Crim, M.; Cartagena, D.; McGrath, J.M. (MCN The American Journal of Maternal/Child Nursing, 2023)
Background:Mothers having difficulty breastfeeding their infants may use alternative supportive feeding methods. Although a supplemental feeding tube device is commonly used, efficacy for supporting sustained breastfeeding remains unknown.Purpose:To describe supplemental feeding tube device use by breastfeeding mothers as an alternative feeding method through exploration of associations between supplemental feeding tube device use and continued breastfeeding at 4 weeks of infant's age.Method:Forty mothers participated. They were interviewed during the birth hospitalization and at 4 weeks postpartum. Questions addressed use of supplemental feeding tube devices, breastfeeding issues, and continued breastfeeding relationships. We examined the relationship between LATCH scores at 2 to 3 days of life.Results:Breastfeeding mothers who chose to supplement with bottle-feeding instead of use of a supplemental feeding tube device were 30% less likely to continue breastfeeding at a medium/high/exclusive level.Conclusion:Use of the supplemental feeding tube device may help avoid the potentially detrimental effect of bottle-feeding on continued breastfeeding. © 2023 Lippincott Williams and Wilkins. All rights reserved.
Keywords: Baby-friendly hospital initiative; Bottle-feeding; Breast feeding; Breastfeeding exclusive; Exclusive breastfeeding; Human milk; Lactation; dept.nur; peer-reviewed

A Portrait of Remedial Instruction: Faculty Workload and Assessment Techniques - Boyer, Patricia Grace; Butner, Bonita K.; Smith, Dwyane (Higher Education, 2007)
Remediation in postsecondary education continues to be an issue that is hotly debated by institutional leaders and state policymakers. The National Center for Education Statistics [The National Center for Education Statistics. (2003). Remedial education at higher education institutions in fall 2000. PEQIS. Washington, D.C.: U.S. Department of Education.] estimates that 98% of public 2-year and 80% of public 4-year institutions offered at least one remedial course. The need for remedial courses is also demonstrated by the growing number of students who enroll each year. Studies that examine students and placement are found in the literature, but few examine the faculty who teach in remedial programs [Boylan, H., Bonham, B. S., Jackson, J., & Saxon, D. P. (1995). Research in Developmental Education, 12(1), 42–52.]. The purpose of this study was to examine faculty who teach remedial courses. In particular, we were interested in faculty workload and the assessment techniques employed by faculty based upon type and level of institution. More specifically, data was analyzed using the NSOPF: 99 database on faculty at 2-year and 4-year institutions as well as faculty at private and public institutions. Some comparisons between faculty teaching remedial courses and nonremedial courses are presented.
7 citations (Crossref) [2023-10-31]
Keywords: Assessment techniques; Faculty workload; Institutional type; NSOPF: 99; Remediation; dept.pres; peer-reviewed

Black Women Speaking From Within - Hope, Kelly (Peter Lang, 2019)
In Black Women Speaking From Within: Essays and Experiences in Higher Education, contributors use intersectional and interdisciplinary lenses to share the ways in which they understand, navigate, resist, and transform student services, learning, teaching, and existing in the academy. This book explores and discusses the following question: How do Black women experience and perceive place and agency in higher education? Black Women Speaking From Within draws upon the influence organizational culture, sense-making, and sisterhood has on praxis and pedagogy and places the Black woman’s stories and experiences at the center of the conversation.
Keywords: dept.eng

Introduction - Harry, C.C.; Vlahakis, G.N. (Women in the History of Philosophy and Sciences, 2023)
Since the last quarter of the twentieth century there has been growing interest in women’s contributions to the histories of science, philosophy, and literature dating back to the very beginnings of these disciplines. This volume offers a contemporary, multinational, multidisciplinary exploration of some of these "hidden figures". © 2023, The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG.
Keywords: dept.phi

Diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea using feature selection, classification methods, and data grouping based age, sex, and race - Sheta, Alaa; Thaher, Thaer; Surani, Salim R.; Turabieh, Hamza; Braik, Malik; Too, Jingwei; Abu-El-Rub, Noor; Mafarjah, Majdi; Chantar, Hamouda; Subramanian, Shyam (Diagnostics, 2023)
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a prevalent sleep disorder that affects approximately 3–7% of males and 2–5% of females. In the United States alone, 50–70 million adults suffer from various sleep disorders. OSA is characterized by recurrent episodes of breathing cessation during sleep, thereby leading to adverse effects such as daytime sleepiness, cognitive impairment, and reduced concentration. It also contributes to an increased risk of cardiovascular conditions and adversely impacts patient overall quality of life. As a result, numerous researchers have focused on developing automated detection models to identify OSA and address these limitations effectively and accurately. This study explored the potential benefits of utilizing machine learning methods based on demographic information for diagnosing the OSA syndrome. We gathered a comprehensive dataset from the Torr Sleep Center in Corpus Christi, Texas, USA. The dataset comprises 31 features, including demographic characteristics such as race, age, sex, BMI, Epworth score, M. Friedman tongue position, snoring, and more. We devised a novel process encompassing pre-processing, data grouping, feature selection, and machine learning classification methods to achieve the research objectives. The classification methods employed in this study encompass decision tree (DT), naive Bayes (NB), k-nearest neighbor (kNN), support vector machine (SVM), linear discriminant analysis (LDA), logistic regression (LR), and subspace discriminant (Ensemble) classifiers. Through rigorous experimentation, the results indicated the superior performance of the optimized kNN and SVM classifiers for accurately classifying sleep apnea. Moreover, significant enhancements in model accuracy were observed when utilizing the selected demographic variables and employing data grouping techniques. For instance, the accuracy percentage demonstrated an approximate improvement of 4.5%, 5%, and 10% with the feature selection approach when applied to the grouped data of Caucasians, females, and individuals aged 50 or below, respectively. Furthermore, a comparison with prior studies confirmed that effective data grouping and proper feature selection yielded superior performance in OSA detection when combined with an appropriate classification method. Overall, the findings of this research highlight the importance of leveraging demographic information, employing proper feature selection techniques, and utilizing optimized classification models for accurate and efficient OSA diagnosis.
0 citations (Crossref) [2023-10-31] Number: 14
Keywords: dept.csc; feature selection; grouping; machine learning; obstructive sleep apnea; peer-reviewed

“How can you be allergic to peas?” – A qualitative study to explore food handler’s knowledge, attitudes and understanding of food allergens - Allen, David; Mitchell, Graeme; Pascucilla, Michael (Sanitarno inženirstvo International Journal of Sanitary Engineering Research, 2019)
Abstract It is clear that there is an increasing proportion of the United Kingdom (UK) population who are suffering with food allergies and this combined with an increase in the frequency of eating away from home (where there is less control over the content of food) poses a significant risk. In December 2014, the European Union (EU) introduced legislation which aimed to ensure that customers with food allergens could make informed choices and safely consume food, without the risk of a potentially life-threatening reaction. The research used semi-structured interviews with staff from a BCB, located in the North West of the UK, as the aim of the research was to explore food handlers’ knowledge, attitudes and understanding of food allergens. The findings of the semi-structured interviews identified five themes: E-learning training programmes: the staff felt that these were ineffective and did not take into account individual learning styles. Responsibility: there is a lack of clarity as to who is responsible, with staff believing the key responsibility lies with the customer. Communication: similarly, communication, both within the kitchen and within the company was not clear and likely to give rise to confusion. Need to make a profit: the staff felt that the drive for profit meant that customer safety was being compromised, especially when staff numbers were reduced. Staff awareness: the staff felt confident in their own ability to prepare a safe meal but indicated that staff may be dismissive towards claims of allergen sufferers. In conclusion, these themes illustrate that a significant risk exists for allergen suffers, who rely upon the knowledge, attitudes and understanding of BCB staff to ensure their meals are safely prepared.
0 citations (Crossref) [2023-10-31]
Keywords: dept.pch; peer-reviewed

Making Choices and Reducing Risk (MCARR): School Counseling Primary Prevention of Substance Use - Foss-Kelly, Louisa L.; Generali, Margaret M.; Crowley, Michael J. (Professional Counselor, 2021)
The consequences of adolescent drug and alcohol use may be serious and far-reaching, forecasting problematic use or addictive behaviors into adulthood. School counselors are particularly well suited to understand the needs of the school community and to seamlessly deliver sustainable substance use prevention. This pilot study with 46 ninth-grade students investigates the impact of the Making Choices and Reducing Risk (MCARR) program, a drug and alcohol use prevention program for the school setting. The MCARR curriculum addresses general knowledge of substances and their related risks, methods for evaluating risk, and skills for avoiding or coping with drug and alcohol use. Using a motivational interviewing framework, MCARR empowers students to choose freely how they wish to behave in relation to drugs and alcohol and to contribute to the health of others in the school community. The authors hypothesized that the implementation of the MCARR curriculum would influence student attitudes, knowledge, and use of substances. Results suggest that the MCARR had a beneficial impact on student attitudes and knowledge. Further, no appreciable increases in substance use during the program were observed. Initial results point to the promise of program feasibility and further research with larger samples including assessment of longitudinal impact.
0 citations (Crossref) [2023-10-31] ERIC Number: EJ1312406
Keywords: Adolescents; Counselor Role; Decision Making; Grade 9; Health Behavior; High School Students; Knowledge Level; Prevention; Program Effectiveness; Risk; School Counseling; School Counselors; Student Attitudes; Substance Abuse; Urban Schools; dept.csp; peer-reviewed

Developmental Themes in the Narrative of Adults with Early International Experiences - Abe, Jo Ann A. (Journal of Adult Development, 2023)
This study extends research on adult narrative identity in two major ways. First, it focuses on Adult Third Culture Kids (ATCKs), which refer to individuals who spent a part of their early developmental years abroad. In spite of the fact that they are an important demographic to study in this rapidly globalizing world, they have tended to be neglected in the field of psychology. Second, this study incorporates the cutting-edge tools of automated language analysis to extract developmental themes from autobiographical narratives using a bottom-up exploratory approach, as well as to identify psychological patterns and processes associated with the themes. The participants (N = 350; 18–80 + years old) were recruited from an alumni office of an international school and asked to write a narrative about the impact their international experiences had on their development. The meaning extraction method (MEM) yielded four developmental themes, which were remarkably consistent with the recurring themes that emerge from past research on adult narrative identity as well as ATCKs: past focus, communion, agency, and global focus. These four developmental themes, in turn, showed theoretically coherent patterns of relations with the demographic variables, linguistic markers of psychological patterns and processes, as well as self-reports of dimensions of well-being.
Keywords: Adult third culture kids (ATCKs); LIWC; MEH; Meaning extraction method; Narrative identity; dept.psy; peer-reviewed

Developing simulation materials to support teacher anti-racist and anti-ableist practice during iep meetings: Supporting general educator collaborative practice - Perouse-Harvey, Ebony (Advocating and Empowering Diverse Families of Students With Disabilities Through Meaningful Engagement, 2023)
Research demonstrates discriminatory and inequitable practices related to students identified with (disabilities). Inequitable practices and discrimination reveal the necessity of collaboration and advocacy as an integral part of the pedagogy of professional development for members of the IEP team. Providing pre-service (or preparing) teachers simulated experiences of individualized education program (IEP) meetings can support PSTs understanding of how ableism and racism can manifest in schools, develop skills in collaborating with families, and begin to develop advocacy practices that support students that are marginalized at the intersection of their race and ability status. This chapter focuses on how to develop materials that leverage critical theoretical frameworks, provide learning experiences that mirror teacher practice in schools, and provide authentic representations of families of color to develop PSTs collaborative and advocacy practices. © 2023 by IGI Global. All rights reserved.
Keywords: dept.sed

Engaging and transforming global communication through cultural discourse analysis: a tribute to Donal Carbaugh - Scollo, Michelle; Milburn, Tracy (2023)
The book is a handbook of cultural discourse analysis, a theory developed by Donal Carbaugh, and celebration of his work. The book features an explanation of the theory and sixteen chapters using ...
Keywords: dept.aa

Unfolding health assessment case studies for the student nurse - Maynard, Kristi; Adimando, Andrea (Sigma Theta Tau International, 2020)
This book was designed with student nurses in mind. It is intended to serve as a tool to provide practice, enhance learning, and increase the propensity for retention and application of basic concepts of health and physical assessment. The book can be used by early-career nursing students who have just begun to cover its concepts as well as by pre-licensure exam students who may benefit from reiteration and reinforcement of concepts learned early on in nursing school and from practicing applying these concepts to more complex scenarios.Divided into 13 chapters, all of which are geared toward a particular subject matter. Chapters 1 and 2 introduce the concept of an unfolding case study and the nursing process. Chapter 3 provides an in-depth guide to answering NCLEX-style questions. There are several NCLEX-style questions broken down and analyzed within this chapter and several practice questions for your benefit. The remainder of the chapters are subject-based and cover assessment of the major body systems in a systematic and learner-friendly way. Readers will notice that while each chapter covers different content matter, the chapters are structured in similar ways so the reader can begin to develop a feel for and familiarity with an unfolding case study analysis.Goals for the book are:*Increased comfort level and confidence in analyzing patient scenarios in regards to basic health assessment *A more in-depth knowledge of basic health assessment concepts *Ample chances to practice applying concepts learned in your health assessment course to solidify the information you have learned*Increased confidence in answering NCLEX-style questions *Increased knowledge, skill levels, and confidence in assessing and managing patients with a variety of healthcare needsThe chapters of the book do not have to be completed in any particular order, as they are each individualized to certain subject matter categories. The authors recommend you use these unfolding case studies as a means of evaluating the ability to think critically and apply the concepts learned in health assessment classes to realistic patient scenarios. The book can be used as a study tool during health assessment classes, a health assessment refresher tool during other classes, and an NCLEX study tool after finishing nursing school.
Keywords: dept.nur

Career trajectories of women faculty who became academic administrators - Vancour, Michele L. (Advancing Women in Leadership Journal, 2023)
Women faculty often view academic leadership as incompatible with their work-life balance, detracting from research and teaching commitments, resulting in a loss of autonomy and an abandonment of discipline, promoting change in their relationships with colleagues, and placing an increased emphasis on budgeting, regulations and compliance (DeZure et al., 2014). Many researchers suggest that institutional culture works against leadership development for faculty, making the transition from faculty to administrator unlikely (Barden & Curry, 2013). It is increasingly important to identify the key factors that make the difference for women faculty to assume these roles. As such, in this study qualitative methods were employed to examine the experiences and career trajectories of 16 academic women who held tenured, fully promoted faculty positions prior to becoming administrators. The researcher found evidence to support future recruitment and retention in higher education leadership.
0 citations (Crossref) [2023-10-31]
Keywords: dept.hhs; peer-reviewed

Handbook of LGBTQ-Affirmative Couple and Family Therapy - Harvey, Rebecca; Murphy, Megan J.; Bigner, Jerry J.; Wetchler, Joseph L. (Routledge, 2021)
This comprehensive second edition inspires therapists to utilize clinical work to pragmatically address intersectional oppressions, lessen the burden of minority stress, and implement effective LGBTQ affirmative therapy. A unique and important contribution to LGBTQ literature, this handbook includes both new and updated chapters reflecting cutting-edge intersectional themes like race, ethnicity, polyamory, and monosexual normativity. A host of expert contributors outline the best practices in affirmative therapy, inspiring therapists to guide LGBTQ clients into deconstructing the heteronormative power imbalances that undermine LGBTQ relationships and families. There is also an increased focus on clinical application, with fresh vignettes included throughout to highlight effective treatment strategies. Couple and family therapists and clinicians working with LGBTQ clients, and those interested in implementing affirmative therapy in their practice, will find this updated handbook essential.
Keywords: dept.mft

Siyar: An Ephemeral Genre of Islamic Legal Literature? - Judd, Steven (Islam on the Margins, 2022)
Section: Islam on the Margins
Keywords: History & Culture; Middle East and Islamic Studies; Religion in Asia; Religious Studies; dept.his

The role of power in community participation: Relocation as climate change adaptation in Fiji - Bertana, Amanda (Environment and Planning C: Politics and Space, 2020)
As the impacts of climate change intensify, potential relocation is becoming more of a reality for coastal communities throughout the world. This is furthering the demand for the implementation of governance relocation frameworks. In order to stay true to the principles of environmental justice while at the same time ensuring an effective policy that meets the needs and wants of affected communities, an adaptive relocation framework requires collaboration between state and non-state actors. It is thus important to pay attention to how non-state actors are incorporated into public participatory climate change adaptation efforts. In order to affectively address previous limitations of public participation, stakeholders must pay attention to already existing power systems. Through a case study approach of a village relocation project in Fiji, I examine the role of power in a climate change adaptation plan that involved the community of Vunidogoloa, local government, and national government stakeholders. I employ Steven Lukes’s three-dimensional framework of power to the case of Vunidogoloa, a Fijian village that relocated inland due to coastal erosion and shoreline flooding, to illustrate how the political arrangement of participation reinforced existing hierarchies between the village and the government.
15 citations (Crossref) [2023-10-31]
Keywords: dept.soc; peer-reviewed

Religious Explanations for Environmental Degradation in Narikoso, Fiji - Bertana, Amanda (Understanding Climate Change through Religious Lifeworlds, 2021)
How can religion help to understand and contend with the challenges of climate change?Understanding Climate Change through Religious Lifeworld,edited by David Haberman, presents a unique collection of essays that detail how the effects of human-related climate change are actively reshaping religious ideas and practices, even as religious groups and communities endeavor to bring their traditions to bear on mounting climate challenges.People of faith from the low-lying islands of the South Pacific to the glacial regions of the Himalayas are influencing how their communities understand earthly problems and develop meaningful responses to them. This collection focuses on a variety of different aspects of this critical interaction, including the role of religion in ongoing debates about climate change, religious sources of environmental knowledge and how this knowledge informs community responses to climate change, and the ways that climate change is in turn driving religious change.Understanding Climate Change through Religious Lifeworlds offers a transnational view of how religion reconciles the concepts of the global and the local and influences the challenges of climate change.
Keywords: dept.soc

Stabilization approaches that empower clients through mental health crises - Logan, Isabel; Green, Cheryl A. (IGI Global, 2023)
Mental health practitioners often overlook initial stabilization strategies and interventions when providing evidence-informed approaches in order to get to the so-called “important” or “interesting” part of treatment. For many mental health practitioners, the “important” or “interesting” component...
Publication Title: https://services.igi-global.com/resolvedoi/resolve.aspx?doi=10.4018/978-1-7998-8228-2
Keywords: dept.nur; dept.swk

Bilingual Court Professionals’ Perceptions of Their Language Skills: Asset or Liability? - Logan, Isabel; Negroni, Lirio K. (Advances in Social Work, 2021)
Bilingual professionals are considered an asset in the workplace. However, bilingual professionals at times perceive their language skills as a liability. This paper examined bilingual professionals’ perceptions of their language skills and the factors that influence their views. Focus groups were used to capture the perspectives of 15 bilingual professionals who speak English and Spanish and work in a court system in the eastern region of the United States. Findings reveal challenges rooted in discrimination that convert bilingual professionals’ perceptions of their language skills from an asset to a liability. Participants highlight unfair practices affecting Limited English Proficiency (LEP) clients. These practices force bilingual professionals to become protectors and gatekeepers to prevent adverse outcomes and provide access to services in the court and across social service systems. Ultimately, bilingual professionals’ perceptions of their language skills depended on how others used their language skills in the workplace. To support bilingual professionals and provide quality services to LEP clients, social work administrators must evaluate structural supports and provide training specific to the cultural aspect of language for all employees.
0 citations (Crossref) [2023-10-31] Number: 4
Keywords: Bilingual Professionals; Court system; Discrimination; Language; Social Work; dept.swk; peer-reviewed

Oh So Yum! Inspiring Others to Explore the Many Flavors of Plant-Based Nutrition with Everyday Favorites and Weekend Fun Food: Volume 1: Non-Dairy Edition - Gibson, Lori Angelica (White Dove Cottage Industries, LLC, 2023)
Oh So Yum! Volume 1 is a little bit gourmet and a little bit every day. With recipes for non-dairy cheeses, savory entrees, sweet treats and so much more, there is something to satisfy every craving and the most discriminating palates.Whether you're new to plant-based nutrition or a seasoned veteran, you can continue to enjoy your favorite flavors while benefitting animals, the planet and your health. This book will show you how and will quickly become your most reached for resource for quick and easy, tasty and satisfying, crowd-pleasing meals.Praise for Oh So Yum!“Oh So Yum is not just the title of this wonderful book. It is exactly what this book is about—creating delicious and surprisingly easy foods that have all the taste and none of the regrets that often accompany tasty meals. The instructions are simple, and the results are spectacular.” - Neal D. Barnard, MD, FACCAdjunct Professor, George Washington University School of MedicinePresident, Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine“Anyone who thinks plant-based eating means sacrificing foods you love, this book will quickly change your mind! Written from a clear place of passion—Lori has created the ultimate introduction and delicious guide full of many classic dishes and favorite desserts, plus lots of staple recipes to keep stocked in your fridge and use a thousand different ways!”- Natalie ThomasRecipe and Video Creator, Feasting on Fruit“Lori’s Feta cheese is FANTASTIC!!! She could start up a business selling vegan cheeses. I bet there are a lot of people looking for good alternatives – this one is the best!- Dawn Duval, Area Supervisor“Wow! Lori’s aged blue cheese is delicious. I was going to let it sit in the cellar to age a bit longer but couldn’t resist trying it with some marinated eggplant!!! Thank you again!!!!!!”- Cindy Schrank Kane, Maven of Moderation“The ricotta recipe turned out great! Very easy. I usually make a cashew ricotta but will be replacing it with this recipe because this tastes a lot more like real ricotta to me. I bet I could swap this for dairy ricotta in any stuffed/layered pasta recipe without my non-veg friends and family noticing. I made the red pepper-fennel pasta with it too and liked how easy it was to transform the ricotta into a creamy pasta sauce.”- Melissa McBerkowitz, Recipe Testing Team, USA“The gelato is absolutely delicious! I took a portion to my mother who is vegetarian and trying to reduce her dairy intake and she said if she could buy vegan ice cream like this in the shops she would be very happy!”- Caroline Christian, Recipe Testing Team, UKWhat’s inside: 50+ whole food plant-based recipes including…Fresh, cultured and aged cheeses including feta, ricotta, mozzarella and cream cheese, plus REAL aged cheeses such as Camembert and Blue cheese.Veganized versions of popular dishes including stuffed shells, spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie) and zucchini pad Thai.Dressings, sauces, appetizers and sides such as gourmet blue cheese dressing, marinated feta, mushroom antipasto, marinated eggplant and even potato salad.Weekend fun foods including smoked portobello CrunchWrap, jackfruit caritas and pizzeria style pizza.Fabulous desserts such as cheesecake, cashew cream parfaits, chocolate peanut butter pie and gelato.
Keywords: dept.eng

Predicting speech-in-speech recognition: Short-term audibility and spatial separation - Wasiuk, P.A.; Calandruccio, L.; Oleson, J.J.; Buss, E. (Journal of the Acoustical Society of America, 2023)
Quantifying the factors that predict variability in speech-in-speech recognition represents a fundamental challenge in auditory science. Stimulus factors associated with energetic and informational masking (IM) modulate variability in speech-in-speech recognition, but energetic effects can be difficult to estimate in spectro-temporally dynamic speech maskers. The current experiment characterized the effects of short-term audibility and differences in target and masker location (or perceived location) on the horizontal plane for sentence recognition in two-talker speech. Thirty young adults with normal hearing (NH) participated. Speech reception thresholds and keyword recognition at a fixed signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) were measured in each spatial condition. Short-term audibility for each keyword was quantified using a glimpsing model. Results revealed that speech-in-speech recognition depended on the proportion of audible glimpses available in the target + masker keyword stimulus in each spatial condition, even across stimuli presented at a fixed global SNR. Short-term audibility requirements were greater for colocated than spatially separated speech-in-speech recognition, and keyword recognition improved more rapidly as a function of increases in target audibility with spatial separation. Results indicate that spatial cues enhance glimpsing efficiency in competing speech for young adults with NH and provide a quantitative framework for estimating IM for speech-in-speech recognition in different spatial configurations. © 2023 Acoustical Society of America.
0 citations (Crossref) [2023-10-31]
Keywords: dept.cmd; peer-reviewed

Cold Reality: Revisions of War in John Knowles’ “Phineas” and A Separate Peace – Irish Journal of American Studies - Schriefer, Natalie (Irish Journal of American Studies, 2022)
Keywords: dept.hhs; peer-reviewed; ⛔ No DOI found

With Death, an Orange Segment Between Our Teeth, poems by Marie-Claire Bancquart - Bancquart, Marie-Claire (Orison Books, 2023)
With Death, an Orange Segment Between Our TeethMarie-Claire BancquartTranslated from the French by Wendeline A. Hardenberg *Available for pre-order.* Orison Bookspaper / 178 pp. / $18.00bilingualISBN: 978-1-949039-42-9Distributed to the trade by Itasca Books952-223-8373 / orders@itascabooks.comPublication Date: November 7, 2023 ABOUT THE BOOK Marie-Claire Bancquart (1932–2019) was a prolific and prize-winning French poet, novelist, essayist, and critic. In her poetry, she combines an erudite vocabulary and references to classical literature with an earthy sensibility and a fascination with experiencing the smallest moments of everyday life fully. The deceptive simplicity of her poems lays bare the mysteries underlying the world we inhabit and our very existence. Wendeline A. Hardenberg’s careful and skillful translations are sure to broaden the audience for this significant poet as yet too little known outside of France. PRAISE Deeply philosophical, these poems, originally published in French when the author was in her seventies, focus on the meaning of existence. The poet reminds us that our lives—“seven liters of water wrapped in skin”—are “small,” but “the universe [is] in us / us in the universe.” From our “ephemeral perch on the earth,” writing achieves a kind of immortality, producing “a few words warmed by the journey, / that scatter outside, vouching / that you gave them a little extra life.” Readers will be grateful to Hardenberg for carefully shepherding these provocative poems into English. —Nancy Naomi Carlson, recipient of The Oxford-Weidenfeld Translation Prize Strange and wonderful translations of strange and wonderful poems... Marie-Claire Bancquart’s voice is utterly unique; her poems—by turns lyrical and jarring, mystical and forthright, tender and brutal—sing and clamor in your head long after you’ve read them. Like their French originals, Hardenberg’s excellent translations glitter and dart and unsettle; they dodge like wrestlers, then they grab you by the throat and won’t let go. This is rich writing to come back to again and again; each time you’re ambushed by some startling image or phrase or notion that you hadn’t noticed before. A vital book, both in the sense of its aliveness and its urgency.—Bill Johnston, recipient of The PEN Translation Prize ABOUT THE AUTHOR & TRANSLATOR Marie-Claire Bancquart (1932–2019) was a prolific and prize-winning French poet, novelist, essayist, and critic, as well as a Professor Emerita of French literature at the Sorbonne. Her final book, De l'improbable, précédé de Mo(r)t, was published by Éditions Arfuyen in 2020. Wendeline A. Hardenberg studied at Smith College and Indiana University, where she earned master’s degrees in Comparative Literature with a focus on translation and Library Science. She is the translator of numerous books, including The Bookshop of Forgotten Dreams by Emily Blaine, Will You Ever Change? by Aurélie Valognes, and Project Anastasis by Jacques Vandroux. Hardenberg’s translations have been published in Asymptote, Columbia Journal, Metamorphoses, Tupelo Quarterly, Two Lines, and other places. She lives in New Haven, Connecticut. SAMPLE POEM Close The blackberriesare clotted profusely in the bushes we are so close to the secret of this worldthat it seems to be awaitingjusta small steplike onto a balcony, to smell a flower. We don’t move that would be to wound the beingalmost managing to bein view of the fruits’ black boiling.
Keywords: dept.lib; literary-poetry

A case study on the role of project-based learning in improving university students’ speaking skills: From theory to practice - Trihn, Nguyen Thi Tu; Schmitt, Elena (Konińskie Studia Językowe, 2020)
The aims of this paper are twofold: (1) to study the application of project-based learning ten-step process framework suggested by Alan and Stoller (2005) to boost English speaking ability of undergraduate students at the University of Da Nang, and (2) to investigate the levels of undergraduate students’ satisfaction. The subjects were 24 final year undergraduate engineering students at the university of Da Nang during the first semester of the 2019/2020 academic year. The instruments used in this experiment included lesson plans, a project evaluation form, a student’s self-assessment form, a satisfaction questionnaire and interviews
Keywords: English speaking skills; dept.wll; peer-reviewed; project-based learning; self-assessment

The knowledge framework for building teacher awareness of language in content instruction - Schmitt, Elena; Gleason, Jesse (Social Practices in Higher Education; A Knowledge Framework Approach to Linguistic Research and Teaching; Slater, 2023)
Keywords: dept.wll

Bilingualism - Schmitt, Elena G. (Encyclopedia of Slavic Languages and Linguistics Online, 2023)
Keywords: dept.wll

Imprisoned: Interlocking Oppression in Law Enforcement, Housing, and Public Education - Meyerhoffer, Cassi A.; Rodriguez, Brittany Leigh (University of Georgia Press, 2023)
Over the last several years, the United States has experienced a surge in bystander videos that have captured incidents of police brutality and prejudice directed largely at Black people. Public outrage surrounding police brutality persists as these incidents continue to reach the public eye. As public discourse around police brutality and racial inequality largely centers on specific events, there is a dearth of information about systemic racism and how race and racism pervade every single aspect of American life. How Black people are often treated by law enforcement is reflective of larger historical racial inequities and injustices that extend far beyond the criminal justice system and intersect with how Black people access housing, occupy public spaces, and are treated in American public schools.Imprisoned: Interlocking Oppression in Law Enforcement, Housing, and Public Educationfocuses on contemporary systemic racism as it relates to how the U.S. criminal justice system, housing system, and education system intersect to create a matrix of inequality for Black people. To illustrate the systemic nature of racism in American policing and communities, this book highlights contemporary policies and practices that intersect with residential segregation and public schooling that continue to affect Black people on a large-scale, structural level―demonstrating the extent to which the United States criminal justice system is tied to where people live and how they are treated and educated in public schools.
Keywords: dept.soc

Effects of an adapted physical education training package on special education teacher instruction - Laughlin, Michael K.; Murata, Nathan M.; McDougall, Dennis (Behavioral Interventions, 2019)
This study investigated the impact of an adapted physical education training package on functional motor skill instruction of three special education teachers who instructed secondary students with low-incidence disabilities. The training package emphasized teachers' use of systematic prompting and specific reinforcement teaching strategies plus adapted physical education consultation. We used a multiple baseline design and collected data on the three teachers' use of systematic prompting and specific reinforcement plans during videotaped teaching trials. We also collected data on how teachers documented their instructional strategies, and we analyzed personal reflections that teachers wrote in the journals. Results indicated that with each of the three teachers, correctly implemented functional motor skill instructional performance improved after they completed the training package.
0 citations (Crossref) [2023-10-31] _eprint: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1002/bin.1653
Keywords: dept.hms; functional motor skills; peer-reviewed; prompting; reinforcement; severe disabilities; special education

Introduction: Schelling and the Environment - Harry, Chelsea C. (Environment, Space, Place, 2022)
0 citations (Crossref) [2023-10-31]
Keywords: dept.phi

Brill's Companion to the Reception of Presocratic Natural Philosophy in Later Classical Thought - Harry, Chelsea C; Habash, Justin (Brill, 2021)
Keywords: Ancient Philosophy; Classical Studies; Classical Tradition & Reception Studies; History; History of Science; Philosophy; Philosophy of Science; dept.phi

Exploring the Contributions of Women in the History of Philosophy, Science, and Literature, Throughout Time - Harry, Chelsea C.; Vlahakis, George N. (Springer, 2023)
This book explores contributions by some of the most influential women in the history of philosophy, science, and literature
Keywords: dept.phi

A Study of the Deployment of Institutional Repositories in Colleges and Universities in Connecticut - Clarke, Christopher D.; Kim, Hak Joon (Practical Academic Librarianship: The International Journal of the SLA Academic Division, 2023)
In the past several years, many colleges and universities have developed institutional repositories as a means of highlighting the research and scholarship conducted at their institution as well as a means of combating the current publication model. Past studies have concentrated on growth in the total number of repositories, but none has looked at how the number of repositories in a particular region compares to those institutions without a repository. The primary purposes of this study were to find out how many colleges and universities in Connecticut have developed institutional repositories and how they have used these institutional repositories. Overall, this study revealed that less than a third of the academic institutions in Connecticut have institutional repositories. These repositories are most frequently found in the state sponsored universities and the independent, nonprofit schools. On the other hand, none of the community colleges, which constitute one of the largest proportion of schools in the state behind independent, nonprofits, has a repository. A vast majority of the repositories are registered with OpenDOAR, and nearly all of them use Digital Commons as their platform. The two most popular types of content found in Connecticut institutional repositories are journal articles and theses & dissertations.
Number: 1
Keywords: dept.ils; peer-reviewed; ⛔ No DOI found

Finding Mary: A Journey of Reclamation - Rumrill, Julie (BookBaby, 2021)
Julie Rumrill was only four when her 16-year-old sister Louise was murdered. Three years later, her 13-year-old sister Mary died as well. Her broken family did what was necessary to survive, and mostly, that meant silence―silence about death, about grief, and about them. For nearly four decades, Julie abided by the family script, burying the memories of her sisters deep within her subconscious. Then, after her dad revealed that he had never been to Mary's grave, she decided they should go together. But there's one major complication: no one actually knows where Mary is buried.Her quest to find Mary leads Julie on a spiritual journey to an Abode in the Appalachians, an Ashram in the Himalayas, and into the darkness of a 250-page police report that recounts her sister Louise's murder. But when a close friend of Julie's is suddenly murdered too, a derailing mix of anger, fear, and guilt surfaces. Desperate to find peace, she's forced to draw on the wisdom of several generations to see this journey to its fruition.
Keywords: dept.esc

"A Charnel House of Uncertainty, Doubt, and Error": Medical and Narrative Authority in Some Fin-de-Siècle Fictions - Fluhr, Nicole (Literature and Medicine, 2021)
0 citations (Crossref) [2023-10-31]
Keywords: dept.eng; peer-reviewed

Islam on the Margins: Studies in Memory of Michael Bonner - Judd, Steven; Haug, Robert (BRILL, 2023)
Islam on the Margins commemorates the contributions Michael Bonner made to Near Eastern Studies. It consists of fourteen contributions by his students and colleagues that focus on various aspects of his work. The contributions coalesce around four major themes of Bonner’s endeavours: Holy War and the Frontier, Qurʾan and Law, Geography and Ethnography, and Books, Coins and Titles. Collectively, the contributions underscore the breadth of Michael Bonner’s erudition and impact on the field.
Google-Books-ID: JQqtEAAAQBAJ
Keywords: History / Asia / General; History / Middle East / General; Religion / Islam / General; dept.his

'Abd al-Rahman b. 'Amr al-Awza'i - Judd, Steven C. (Simon and Schuster, 2019)
‘Abd al-Rahman b. ‘Amr al-Awza‘i (c.707–774) was Umayyad Syria’s most influential jurist, part of a generation of scholars who began establishing the first formal structures for the preservation and dissemination of religious knowledge. Following the Abbasid revolution, they provided a point of stability in otherwise unstable times. Despite his close ties to the old regime, al-Awza‘i continued to participate in legal and theological matters in the Abbasid era. Although his immediate impact would prove short-lived, his influence on aspects of Islamic law, particularly the laws of war, endures to this day.
Google-Books-ID: LknmDwAAQBAJ
Keywords: Biography & Autobiography / Historical; History / General; History / Middle East / General; Law / Islamic; Religion / History; Religion / Islam / General; Religion / Islam / Theology; Social Science / Islamic Studies; dept.his

“Maybe There’s Nobody to Shoot”: The Disappearing Landlord in 20th-Century U.S. Fiction - Stretch, Cynthia (American Houses: Literary Spaces of Resistance and Desire, 2022)
Section: American Houses: Literary Spaces of Resistance and Desire
Keywords: American Studies; General; History; North America; Social Sciences; dept.eng

At Home on the Stage: Toward an Affective Geography of Gentrification and Eviction in U.S. Cities - Stretch, Cynthia (Literary Representations of Precarious Work, 1840 to the Present, 2021)
Spoken word performance addressing gentrification and eviction encodes and embodies increasingly abstract and bureaucratically obfuscated processes of racialized dispossession in U.S. cities. Developing tropes across three works about housing precarity are read as poets’ attempts to identify the antagonists behind the digital wall of finance capital. Whereas the interactions of housing-insecure people with and within the housing market generate socially devalued identities, spoken word’s emphasis on “authenticity” requires poets to stand up as and for themselves as they wish to be (seen). In so doing, poets attempt to connect with audiences in real time to locate or reconstitute a stance as agents, however provisionally.
Keywords: A Scribe Called Quess?; Eviction; Gentrification; Nick Petrie; Roya Marsh; Spoken word poetry; dept.eng

The personal is professional: Unpacking cultural sanctions through the identities of mother /educator/lesbians - Bower-Phipps, Laura (Sexual Orientation and Teacher Identity: Professionalism and LGBTQ Politics in Teacher Preparation and Practice, 2019)
Keywords: dept.cur; dept.eng

War in Travel Literature - Dubino, Jeanne; Kocabıyık, Orkun; Marino, Elisabetta; Smyth, Andrew J. (Cambridge Scholars Publishing, 2023)
These twelve chapters show how war functions as a subject, theme, impetus–willing and not–and backdrop in travel writing. Literature about travel and war in tandem enables readers to rethink both categories. The forms of travel writing about war addressed in this collection, including cookbooks and military magazines along with nonfiction narrative and memoir, reveal how heterogenous travel writing can be. To study travel in connection with war expands readers' understanding of the multiple motivations instigating travellers' journeys. War is about more than fighting on a battlefield; its reach is extensive, encompassing the spheres surrounding its battlefields and fronts. The many actors involved in any conflict attests to the ways war is absorbed into their worlds, permeates their thoughts and spurs their actions. Readers interested in travel literature from the beginning of the nineteenth century through the present day will find this volume to be of especial interest.
Google-Books-ID: uYLxzwEACAAJ
Keywords: dept.eng

Facing the Other: Responsibility, Convictions and the Ethics of Attachment - Larocco, Steve (The Ethos of Theorizing: Peer-reviewed, Edited and Selected Proceedings of the Seventeenth Biennial Conference of International Society for Theoretical Psychology, Tokyo, Japan, August 2017, 2019)
Google-Books-ID: sQUeyQEACAAJ
Keywords: dept.eng; peer-reviewed