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Advances In Research Using The C-Span Archives, Robert X. Browning Nov 2016

Advances In Research Using The C-Span Archives, Robert X. Browning

Purdue University Press Book Previews

This book is a guide to the latest research using the C-SPAN Archives. In this book, nine authors present original work using the video archives to study presidential debates, public opinion and Congress, analysis of the Violence Against Women Act and the Great Lakes freshwater legislation, as well as President Clinton’s grand jury testimony. The C-SPAN Archives contain over 220,000 hours of first run digital video of the nation’s public affairs record. These and other essays serve as guides for scholars who want to explore the research potential of this robust public policy and communications resource.


Safe Food For All, Jennifer Tidball May 2016

Safe Food For All, Jennifer Tidball

Seek

When diseases threaten Kansas food crops and the agricultural economy, The Great Plains Diagnostic Network is protecting our food supply through early detection, accurate diagnosis and improved communications.


The Compassion Component, Megan Saunders May 2016

The Compassion Component, Megan Saunders

Seek

A researcher uses client interaction videos to strengthen the communication skills of future veterinarians.


Taylor: A Magazine For Taylor University Alumni, Parents And Friends (Spring 2016), Taylor University Apr 2016

Taylor: A Magazine For Taylor University Alumni, Parents And Friends (Spring 2016), Taylor University

The Taylor Magazine (1963-Present)

The Spring 2016 edition of Taylor Magazine, published by Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.


My News Feb 2016

My News

My News (2014-2020)

  • Feed the Mosasaur brings ‘A Taste of Thailand’ to Georgia Southern
  • Georgia Southern hosts civil rights activist Joanne Bland
  • Donate gently used business attire for clothing drive
  • Nursing professor contributes to award­winning textbook
  • Henderson Library offers OverDrive® service for ebooks and audiobooks


My News Feb 2016

My News

My News (2014-2020)

  • Harley Strickland crowned Miss Georgia Southern 2016
  • Comedian Kevin Breel discusses mental health
  • Georgia Southern joins 2016 Recyclemania competition
  • 'Davis & Johnson present The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra' at the PAC Feb. 9
  • Celebrate American Heart Month with AED training
  • Georgia Southern magazine coming to faculty and staff
  • Feed the Mosasaur brings ‘A Taste of Thailand’ to Georgia Southern


Organizing The Online Course, Kathleen A. Burke Ms. Feb 2016

Organizing The Online Course, Kathleen A. Burke Ms.

Winthrop Conference on Teaching and Learning

If you are new to online instruction or are a veteran looking for fresh ideas for designing your online courses, this presentation will demonstrate user-friendly design for online courses, including course menu links, instructions, content examples and tips for making the all-important first week of class work to make the whole semester more dynamic. Take away ideas to jump-start your course organization and create a meaningful learning experience for students.


My News Feb 2016

My News

My News (2014-2020)

  • Pulitzer Prize winner Jose Antonio Vargas to discuss immigration
  • Learn about the newest Eagles at the National Signing Day Event Feb. 3
  • Research Symposium 2016 now accepting submissions
  • Sankofa African­American Museum visits the Union
  • Award­winning journalists discuss 'Voting as an Informed Citizen' at Georgia Southern


My News Jan 2016

My News

My News (2014-2020)

  • Georgia Southern receives grant from Gene Haas Foundation
  • MLK Celebration this week features Dr. Steve Perry
  • 'Live from Nashville' takes the stage at the PAC this week
  • Cashawn Myers discusses importance of agriculture
  • Braves' Terry Pendleton speaks at All­Star Banquet
  • Award­winning journalists discuss 'Voting as an Informed Citizen' at Georgia Southern


My News Jan 2016

My News

My News (2014-2020)

  • Georgia Southern’s online programs recognized for excellence in latest rankings by U.S. News & World Report
  • Braves' Terry Pendleton speaks at All­Star Banquet
  • Dr. Steve Perry featured speaker at MLK Celebration
  • Faculty Spotlight: Axel Grossmann, Ph.D.
  • 'Live from Nashville' takes the stage at the Performing Arts Center on Jan. 30


My News Jan 2016

My News

My News (2014-2020)

  • Georgia Southern staff honored with Awards of Excellence
  • Georgia Southern creates Dr. Willie J. Burden Memorial Scholarship
  • New pedestrian crossing at University entrance
  • New Health Services facility opens today
  • Georgia Southern hosts renowned educator Dr. Steve Perry for annual MLK Celebration


Uno Perceptions Study, Uno Ucomm Jan 2016

Uno Perceptions Study, Uno Ucomm

Mission/Vision/Leadership

University of Nebraska at Omaha Image & Reputation study of individuals in Nebraska and western Iowa. The objective was to assess attitudes and perceptions of UNO by residents in Spring 2016.


Crafting And Enhancing Communications To Support Community-University Partnerships In Higher Education, Audrey Trussell Jan 2016

Crafting And Enhancing Communications To Support Community-University Partnerships In Higher Education, Audrey Trussell

Division of Community Engagement Resources

This presentation was facilitated at the Coalition for Urban and Metropolitan Conference in Washington, D.C., in October 2016.


So You Walk The Walk, But Do You Talk The Talk?: Crafting And Enhancing Communications To Support Community Engagement In Higher Education, Audrey Trussell Jan 2016

So You Walk The Walk, But Do You Talk The Talk?: Crafting And Enhancing Communications To Support Community Engagement In Higher Education, Audrey Trussell

Division of Community Engagement Resources

With community engagement rapidly gaining prominence in higher education, more faculty and administrators are being tasked with communicating about community engagement activities. Communications must be developed to support the institution’s mission while remaining true to principles of mutually-beneficial partnerships. This session explored best practices for developing and implementing a university communications strategy for community engagement. This presentation was given at the Gulf South Summit in Savannah, Georgia on April 14, 2016.


Enhancing Student Learning By Narrowing The Gap Between Feedback Giving And Feedback Receiving, Eileen Goold Dr Jan 2016

Enhancing Student Learning By Narrowing The Gap Between Feedback Giving And Feedback Receiving, Eileen Goold Dr

Conference Papers

Feedback is one of the most powerful influences on learning and achievement. However the mere provision of feedback to students does not necessarily lead to improved learning. Feedback is ineffective if it does not close the gap between learning goals and students’ performance. Often students do not have clear goals and they do not know what learning activities will improve their learning performance. Consequently the opportunity to learn from the feedback is lost. Learning is a social process and while young people have increasingly strong social needs they struggle with academic language. This study investigates the influence of lecturers’ feedback …