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Aerocom: Summer 2015, John D. Odegard School Of Aerospace Sciences

Aerocom: John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences Alumni Magazine

No abstract provided.

Vol. 40, No. 2: Summer 2015, School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

North Dakota Medicine Archive

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North Dakota Rural Principalship: A Mixed-Methods Study Exploring Differences According To Rurality, Cheryl A. Hunter, Laura Parson, Brenda R. Kallio, Robert Stupnisky, Benjamin Davis

Education, Health & Behavior Studies Faculty Publications

Created for: North Dakota Department of Public Instruction, Phase Two and Three Report

This study addresses the findings of Phase I to develop a comprehensive understanding of the North Dakota principalship. The purpose of the exploratory sequential design was to develop 5 and test an instrument that leads to a greater understanding of the differences between rural and non-rural principal experiences (Creswell & Plano Clark, 2007). Phase II of the study was qualitative, structured interviews with 31 North Dakota principals to understand their experiences and perceptions conducted via Skype and phone. Phase III was quantitative to test the findings of …

Some Comments On Cavenagh, Costelloe, Davis, And Howell (2015), Manish Rami

Communication Sciences & Disorders Faculty Publications

This letter addresses some concern in Cavenagh, Costelloe, Davis, and Howell (2015) titled “Characteristics of Young Children Close to the Onset of Stuttering.” Concerns include incomplete report of collected data from speech samples and the Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence, interpretation of some data from the Child Health Questionnaire, and other issues.

Diabetes In Pregnancy: Improving Birth Outcomes In Native Americans Populations. What Are The Best Practices?, Kristina Smith

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this project is to identify the best practices in improving birth outcomes for Native American women with gestational diabetes (GDM). The true prevalence of GDM is unknown; however, pregnant women in the United States are being diagnosed at alarming rates. This project surveys the current practices being utilized to help improve outcomes. The research draws upon journal articles found on CINHAL, PUBMED and Cochrane databases. The results of this analysis of literature will be may be useful in determining best practices and interventions that will help improve birth outcomes in Native American women with GDM. Nursing and …

Giving Literacy, Learning Literacy: Service Learning And School Book Drives, Anne Walker

Education, Health & Behavior Studies Faculty Publications

Service‐learning can provide a range of literacy learning experiences for children as they work to solve real world problems and engage in inquiry, collaboration and reflection. Rather than being an extracurricular activity, service‐learning projects are designed to meet standards and align with existing curriculum. This article explores how teachers can engage their students in literacy‐based service learning using the example of a book drive that supported literacy and children's libraries in Ethiopia. The article draws on both scholarly research and personal experience and provides practical information and resources.

Volume 52, Number 45: June 24, 2015, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Volume 52, Number 44: June 17, 2015, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Volume 52, Number 42: June 03, 2015, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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Digital Games For 21st–Century Learning: Teacher Librarians' Beliefs And Practices, Amanda S. Hovious, Richard Van Eck

Teaching, Leadership & Professional Practice Faculty Publications

Video games as tools for learning in K-12 have been a topic of intense discussion over the past fifteen years. One area of focus has been on the integration of commercial off-the-shelf games in lesson plans. A predictive factor for the adoption and diffusion of this innovation is the attitudes or readiness of teachers. Yet while many studies have examined this with teachers themselves, teacher librarians (TLs) have largely been ignored, despite their key role in education and technology adoption in schools. This study examines the beliefs and practices of TLs concerning digital games as learning tools to determine if …

Volume 52, Number 40: May 20, 2015, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

No abstract provided.

Spring Commencement: May 16, 2015, University Of North Dakota

UND Commencement Programs

UND Spring Commencement program from May 16, 2015.

Volume 52, Number 39: May 13, 2015, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

No abstract provided.

School Of Law Commencement: May 9, 2015, University Of North Dakota

UND Commencement Programs

School of Law Commencement program from May 9, 2015.

May 7, 2015, University Of North Dakota

University Senate Meeting Minutes

Minutes from the May 7, 2015, meeting of the University Senate. 34 pages

Volume 52, Number 38: May 06, 2015, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

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May 5, 2015, The Dakota Student

The Dakota Student

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Childhood Maltreatment Predictors Of Trait Impulsivity, Tiffany D. Russell, Amy Veith, Alan R. King

Psychology Faculty Publications

This chapter provides a summary of empirical evidence linking childhood maltreatment and trait impulsivity. While biological contributors to impulsivity may be substantial, this review speculates that childhood and adolescent contributors may potentially alter the developmental trajectory of this personality trait in important ways. An analysis of original data (N = 401) regarding child maltreatment associations (childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse, sibling abuse, peer bullying, corporal punishment, and exposure to domestic violence) with trait impulsivity as measured by the Personality Inventory for the DSM-5 was also conducted. Adult respondents were assigned to extreme child abuse categories based on their retrospective self-reports. …

The Efficacy Of School Head Lice Policies: A Review Of The Literature, Sheila Hurst

Theses and Dissertations

Each year millions of people in the United States are infested with head lice. Despite common beliefs that schools are the epicenter of transmission, this has been not been proven to be true. Regardless of this fact many schools continue to enforce no nit/lice policies by excluding children perceived to be infected from school. Consequences of such policies include loss of school days, mistreatment, economic burden, and shame. This paper provides a review of the literature providing best evidence regarding the efficacy of no nit/lice school policies. Method: 4 Sixteen articles were extracted for final review from CINAHL, PubMed, Psychlnfo, …

Health And Wellness Transition Into Retirement And The Role Of The Employer, Wendy Quinn

Theses and Dissertations

Health and wellness in retirement transition was examined by presenting a case report where the participant experienced depression and risk factors for cardiovascular disease after retiring from full time employment. The preparation for retirement is in question and an exploration of what role the employer has in this transition was examined. A literature review of IO studies was conducted and common retirement themes emerged: I. Careful planning and preparation improves outcomes, 2. Illness in work life predicts health outcomes in retirement, 3. Retiring causes illness versus illness causing retirement, 4. Physical activity contributes to wellness in retirement, 5. Impact of …

May 1, 2015, The Dakota Student

The Dakota Student

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U.S. Airspace Integration: Perspectives Of The Faa Uas Test Site Program, Marian Laura Courtney

Theses and Dissertations

In an effort to integrate unmanned aircraft into the national airspace system, congress mandated action by the Federal Aviation Administration under the Federal Aviation Administration Modernization and Reform Act of 2012. It required the formation of six test sites that would conduct unmanned aircraft operations in an effort to assist the FAA in its task to form safety regulations regarding unmanned aircraft. The FAA has been heavily criticized for its slow movement and inability to meet deadlines. The purpose of this study is to gather perceptions of the FAA’s unmanned aircraft systems test site program. Using a qualitative approach, interviews …

Identifying Barriers To Mental Health Services For Limited And Non-English Speaking Clients In A Rural Homogenous Environment: An Approach To Reduce Barriers With Technology, Alma Torres

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to explore the current protocols set in place by local agencies when working with limited English proficiency clients (LEP). Due to the homogenous environment in the state of North Dakota and Northwestern Minnesota and the increase of immigrants, migrants and refugees to the area, the use of interpreters has become a necessity. A questionnaire was used as means of collecting data regarding the number of agencies that service limited English proficiency clients, employ interpreters, how interpreters are trained and the use of technology for interpretation purposes. Interpreter is defined for this purpose as an …

Use Of Simulation In End Of Life Care, Debra Grabow

Theses and Dissertations

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Literature Review For Outpatient Ostomy Clinic, Lisa Drury

Theses and Dissertations

A literature review was conducted regarding the importance of outpatient ostomy clinics for new ostomates. Currently, in the rural setting the author is employed at, there is inpatient care available for ostomates; once the patient is discharged from the inpatient setting, access to outpatient ostomy care is limited.

Using CINAHL and SCOPUS data bases; it was noted that there was very little research conducted on outpatient ostomy clinics for the period of2009 to present. From the journal articles utilized for this paper, follow up outpatient ostomy care by a Wound, Ostomy Continence Nurse (WOCN) and education for the ostomate, caregivers …

Delayed Cord-Clamping In Term And Preterm Infants: Nursing Strategies To Facilitate Implementation, Nancy M. Finnegan

Theses and Dissertations

Newborns have been shown to benefit from delayed umbilical cord clamping after birth by the extra transfusion of placental blood. Enhanced placental transfusion is known to increase blood volume, red blood cells and improve the oxygenation of vital organs in both term and preterm infants. There continues to be however, a need for further research including issues such as optimal timing of the delay, eligibility and appropriateness of those newborns requiring resuscitation, and the ideal position to hold the infant prior to cord clamping. Changes in clinical practice have been slow to take hold because of these issues, along with …

Increasing Palliative Care Referrals In Terminal Lung Cancer Patients, John Edward Roll

Theses and Dissertations

Late referrals to palliative care services for patients suffering from terminal lung cancer is an ongoing problem that unnecessarily shortens patient survival time by inadequate and poorly timed symptom control that affects the remaining quality of life for both patient and family. The latest mortality figures available (2011) showed approximately 157,000 people died due to cancer of the lung, trachea, and bronchus (CDC, 2014a). The purpose of this independent study was to review and effectively analyze the literature and understand the reasons and barriers to early referral of palliative care services by health care providers for their clients diagnosed with …

Benefits And Risks Of Antipsychotic Medication Use In Patients With Dementia, Janelle Rudnick,

Theses and Dissertations

Patients with dementia often exhibit signs of behavioral and psychotic symptoms. Studies have shown that there are some safety concerns with use of anti psychotics in patients with dementia. An extensive review of literature will be used to research the pros and cons of use of antipsychotics in people with a dementia diagnosis. The results for the use of antipsychotics with people diagnosed with dementia will be reported, and the increased risk of other medical conditions and effectiveness of decreasing behavioral or psychotic symptoms will be discussed

There are a large number of patients with dementia admitted to inpatient behavioral …

Treating Mental Illness In The Somali Community, Pamela Nkowa

Theses and Dissertations

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Assessment Of The United States National Security Space Management And Organization, Charles G. Simpson

Theses and Dissertations

This research analyzes the results of the Report of the Commission to Assess the United States National Security Space Management and Organization, dated January 11, 2001 in order to determine which recommendations were beneficial, which recommendations are still in effect and what additional measures should be undertaken to continue, and even advance, our standing as a premier space power. It analyzes the potential managerial and organizational shortcomings of National Security Space within the United States Government, specifically the Department of Defense. Additionally, this paper reviews the various management and organizational force restructuring which occurred as a result of the commission’s …