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Resiliency, Mindset, And Academic Performance: A College Athlete's Perspective, Trisha C. Giacomazzi

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The problem addressed in this qualitative case study was the low graduation rates self-reported by the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics institutions when compared to the general student population at a small Christian university in the Southern United States. In this study, I sought to acquire a deeper understanding of the degree to which an athlete’s mindset and psychological resilience influenced their perseverance and academic achievement on their path toward graduation. Utilizing semistructured interviews as the primary data collection method, I used purposive, convenience, and snowball selection methods to enlist a total of 10 participants from a pool of 52 …

Community College Engineering Degree Partnerships With 4-Year Universities, Jeffrey Mark Stear

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Increasing the number of STEM professionals and reducing inequities in STEM are national priorities. Community colleges are important to address these concerns because they represent a higher percentage of underrepresented minority (URM) and women students. However, students starting 4-year STEM degrees in community college have had a lower completion rate. Partnerships between community colleges and 4-year universities have the potential to improve success for community college students, but more research is necessary. The purpose of this ex post facto, quantitative, correlational study was to determine the relationships among participation in different types of partnerships between community colleges and 4-year universities, …

I’M Not Lovin’ It: Re-Thinking Fast Food Advertising, Brody Shea, Michael S. Sinha

All Faculty Scholarship

In 1971, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) and the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) agreed to prevent injury and deception to the consumer in advertising, detailing their respective roles in a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”).¹ The MOU proscribes that the FTC regulates truth in advertising relating to foods, drugs, devices and cosmetics while the FDA controls labeling and the misbranding of foods, drugs, devices, and cosmetics shipped in interstate commerce.² The MOU has been amended and an addendum added since 1971, but the material provisions have remained consistent for over a half-century.³

Importantly, the FDA and the …

Influence Of Library Environment On The Use Of Library Information Resources By Undergraduates In Federal Universities In South-West, Nigeria, Naomi Iziegbe Eyaguobor

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

No abstract provided.

Ministry And Artificial Intelligence, Rogelio Paquini

Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

Unleashing The Potential Of Metric Terminologies In Library And Information Science Research, Niranjan Mohapatra, Satyajit Nayak

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Metric terminologies hold immense potential for enhancing the rigor, precision, and replicability of library and information science (LIS) research. This article explores the untapped potential of metric terminologies in the realm of library and information science research. By delving into the significance of metrics, the study elucidates their role in enhancing the effectiveness and precision of scholarly communication. Investigating the diverse applications of metrics, from bibliometrics to altmetrics, the article underscores their utility in gauging research impact and shaping information dissemination strategies. Through a comprehensive examination, it unveils the myriad opportunities for leveraging metric terminologies to propel advancements in library …

The Effects Of Covid-19 Stressors And Supervisor Support On Emotional Exhaustion And Work Engagement, Meiqiao Gu

Psychology Theses & Dissertations

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, working conditions have worsened, subjecting employees to numerous stressors. Analyzing the impact of COVID-19 stressors on employees‘ well-being and work motivation is crucial. The job demands-resources model (JD-R; Demerouti et al., 2001a) provides a framework for evaluating how COVID-19 stressors affect employees‘ well-being and motivation in the workplace. Given the complexity of job characteristics during the COVID-19 pandemic, coupled with challenges in obtaining adequate support from supervisors who are also facing considerable work pressure, this study examines the continued relevance of the JD-R model in this evolving work environment. Specifically, four hypotheses were …

Co-Constructing Physical Education Resources And Recommendations With Blind Adults, M. Ally Keene

Human Movement Studies & Special Education Theses & Dissertations

Blind youth have reported unfavorable PE experiences, however, are optimistic that positive changes could be made. Despite recommendations to involve students in learning decisions, those made for teaching blind youth in PE have largely been constructed from nondisabled adults. This dissertation used a participatory research method and positioned blind people as research partners, amplifying their voices as knowers, collaborators, and researchers, to help construct resources and recommendations to disseminate to PE teachers. With that, the overall aim of this dissertation was to construct a product that provides PE teachers with useful and relevant resources and recommendations, in an attempt to …

Uni Schedule Of Classes: Policies And Procedures, Spring 2024, University Of Northern Iowa

UNI Schedule of Classes

A listing and schedule of the courses being taught as well as policies and procedures concerning attending classes at the University of Northern Iowa.

Cultivating Confidence: The Impact Of Goal Setting And Self Assessment On Self- Efficacy Among At-Risk Secondary Students In English Language Arts, Stevie Marie Miles Gonzales

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

If students perceive themselves as successful readers and communicators, then their self-efficacy in the academic arena will shift, increasing motivation and achievement in turn. Interventions established to support self-efficacy among at-risk students may improve their chances of secondary completion and this will have a positive impact not only for students currently in our schools, but also for their future success and the success of our wider communities. This quantitative two group study was designed to examine whether individual goal setting when paired with self assessment could positively impact at-risk secondary -efficacy in ELA for grade 10. Self-efficacy was measured using …

Uprising, Issue 17 [Spring 2024], University Of Northern Iowa. Northern Iowa Student Government.

Uprising

Contents:

The 60s
Beyond the Apron --- 8
Art of the 60s --- 9
The Sea Itself --- 10
Menaces --- 13
It Girl --- 14
Behind the Blonde --- 16
Dandelion Child --- 19
The 70s
Glam Rock --- 21
Art of the 70s --- 22
Glitter, Guitar Riffs, and Glam Rock, Oh My! --- 24
Menaces --- 26
Peace: Echoes of Change --- 27
The Smell of Lavender in the Morning --- 28
What if UNI had a Dress Code Today --- 31
Metamorphasis --- 32
The 80s
Delinquent Love --- 34
Menaces --- 36
Art of the …

The Last Colony Of The Mind: Narrative, Legal Advocacy, And The Decolonization Of Legal Knowledge, Ayodeji Kamau Perrin

Faculty Scholarship

Philippe Sands’ The Last Colony¹ tells the story of how Chagos Islanders won the right to return to the lands of their birth through a 2019 Advisory Opinion of the International Court of Justice (ICJ).² In 1965, while the United Kingdom stood in the midst of conceding to the independence claims of myriad anti-colonialists throughout its imperial holdings, it took the anachronistic step of creating a colony—the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT).³ In flagrant violation of UN Resolution 1514,⁴ the United Kingdom detached the Chagos Archipelago from the colony of Mauritius. And between 1967 and 1973, …

Decision Tree And Rule Based Classification For Predicting Online Purchase Behavior In Malaysia, Maslina Abdul Aziz, Nurul Ain Mustakim, Shuzlina Abdul Rahman

Malaysian Journal of Computing (MJoC)

In Malaysia, fast growth in e-commerce speeds a business need to understand and predict consumer online behavior in order to be more competitive. While the whole world is embracing big data analytics, many businesses in Malaysia, particularly those in the ecommerce sector, find it hard to harness these technologies to their benefit. The absence of specific predictive models and the complexity of socio-cultural diversity further complicate the efforts toward understanding consumer preferences. Therefore, this research tries to fill in some of the gaps by applying decision tree and rule-based algorithms to classify online purchasing behavior amongst Malaysian consumers. The study …

Culturally Grounded Well-Being Assessment For Arab Americans, Rawan H. Atari-Khan, Lawrence H. Gerstein

Psychology Faculty Research and Publications

Recognizing the influence culture plays in shaping our understanding of various phenomena, scholars have posed questions about how well-being might be differentially defined across diverse racial/ethnic groups. In the field of psychology, frequently used instruments of well-being are grounded in individualistic cultural frameworks that assume factors such as greater autonomy/independence are associated with improved well-being. For minoritized groups in the United States, such as Arab Americans, who ascribe to collectivist values, these instruments may not be culturally relevant. The purpose of the present study was to use an etic–emic approach to identify what well-being means for Arab Americans. In doing …

Preemptive Analgesia And Pain After Periodontal And Implant- Related Procedures: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Christos Gousias

Master's Theses (2009 -)

Objective: The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to document the effect of preemptive analgesia on patient-reported pain following periodontal and implant-related surgical procedures. Methods: A comprehensive search of the literature was conducted in PubMed, Cochrane, and Web of Science (PROSPERO ID: CRD42023471166). Randomized placebo-controlled clinical trials on adults undergoing periodontal and implant-related surgeries were included. A meta-analysis was performed comparing pain data at postoperative hours 1, 3, 6, 8, 24 and 72 between pre-emptive medication versus placebo groups. Results: Two independent reviewers screened 1,044 titles and included 15 studies (open flap debridement 6/12; flap and osseous surgery …

“Art For The Millions:” The Evolution Of Informal Learning From The Charleston Museum To The New Deal, Kristen Walker

Theses

The advent of the first museum in the United States in 1773, The Charleston Museum, sparked a shift in the way education is perceived and how it can be conducted. However, only recently has the intentional implementation of programs and exhibitions been created in a digestible way for the public. This thesis discusses how informal learning has evolved since the establishment of the Charleston Museum and the legacy of the Federal Art Project regarding informal learning and art education. Key research methods include the examination of primary and secondary resources, including oral histories held by the Smithsonian Archives of American …

Exploring Situational Factors For Female International Students And Their Satisfaction In Higher Education Using Cb-Sem, Dian Fu Chang, Angel Chang, Cheng Yi Kang

Faculty Research, Scholarly, and Creative Activity

While the topic of attracting and maintaining inbound international students has received much scholarly attention in higher education, attracting female international students has rarely been discussed. This study addresses the issue of attracting degree-seeking female international students. Based on the notion of situational factors and total quality management (TQM), we assumed both institutional design and students’ satisfaction are core concepts for attracting and retaining female international students that will make a difference in higher education. A total of 215 survey responses were analyzed, and a covariance-based structural equation modeling (CB-SEM) approach was developed. The results confirm female international students’ perception …

What Can We Learn About Teaching Excellence From Our Students? Lessons From Six Years Of Teaching Award Data, Christopher Shortell, Kris Henning, Carl Christiansen

Criminology and Criminal Justice Faculty Publications and Presentations

Teaching excellence in higher education can be defined and studied in different ways, but research efforts to date have often focused on institutional or instructor perspectives. This article uses a data set of over 500 open-ended comments submitted by Political Science undergraduates as part of a teaching award process to identify themes that matter most to students. We find that being supportive, bringing humor, enthusiasm, and passion to the classroom, and engaging students with relevant, challenging, and exciting activities are what defines teaching excellence from a student’s perspective. Building on these themes and using quotes to illustrate key concepts, we …

Chimes: April 1, 2024 (April Fools' Edition), Calvin University

Chimes

Becoming One initiative aimed at increasing unity and future enrollment by Imsol Only

Two-in-one experimental music group shuts down library by Ash-Hole

Thanks to time travel research, Calvin 150th comes two years early by Gerhardus Van Raalte

Reformed and reforming: Calvin's Plank of the Old Guard implements presidential term limits by Snippy S. Snap

"Rowing the boat of unity": Provost Toodaloo spearheads mandatory rowing retreat for all faculty members by Chris P. Lines

Student Senate to launch pop=up business casual stores around campus to draw in more applicants by Palees Likeymee

All your solar eclipse questions, answered by Meet …

European Society Of Coloproctology Guideline On Training In Robotic Colorectal Surgery (2024), Samson Tou, Stephanie Au, Cillian Clancy, Steven Clarke, Danielle Collins, Frances Dixon, Elizabeth Dreher, Christina Fleming, Anthony G Gallagher, Marcos Gomez-Ruiz, Jos Kleijnen, Yasuko Maeda, Katie Rollins, Klaus E Matzel

Staff and Researcher Publications

No abstract provided.

A Memoir Of My Reading, Bennett B. Gilbert

History Faculty Publications and Presentations

Surveying nearly seven decades of habitual and obsessive reading, I consider how my character and psychology used reading to shape philosophical questions that move me into forms in which I could pursue them by reading. This became both the method and the substance of my philosophical work. It preserved some core emotional issues but also gave me the way to integrate them into scholarship and into my life.

Race Matters More Than Racial Identity Disclosure When Evaluating Applicant Diversity Statements, Fiona Nguyen, Ellen M. Carroll, Ciara Atkinson, Tammy D. Walker

Psychology Faculty Publications and Presentations

The present research investigated whether a target applicant's race and disclosure of their race in a personal diversity statement influenced White evaluators' perceptions of the applicant's egalitarian motivations and their likelihood of contributing to organizational diversity and inclusion outcomes. In Study 1 (N = 206), participants evaluated a diversity statement that was ostensibly written by a White or Black applicant who either referenced or did not reference his race within the statement. Participants judged Black applicants as more internally motivated to be egalitarian and White applicants as more externally motivated, regardless of whether they disclosed their race in the statement. …

Impact Of Learning-Style-Based Education On Student Performance And Perception In Preclinical Endodontics: Part Ii, Rebecca Flaugher

Master's Theses (2009 -)

Objectives: This study aimed to investigate if providing supplemental learning materials aligned to students’ learning modes is equally beneficial among all modes both subjectively and objectively. Methods: IRB approval was obtained (Approval #HR-3746). Second-year dental students (n=92) enrolled in Preclinical Endodontics took Kolb Experiential Learning Profile (KELP) questionnaire to determine their learning mode: Abstract Conceptualization (AC), Active Experimentation (AE), Reflective Observation (RO), or Concrete Experience (CE). Students were assigned into groups corresponding to their learning mode. Students performed non-surgical root canal treatment (NSRCT) on a #9 typodont tooth and were graded to determine baseline performance (Project 1). Students were then …

Language Representation Diversity In Independently Translated Literature, Cecilia Too

Book Publishing Final Research Papers

The purpose of this survey is to determine the diversity of language representation in translated literature. Specifically, this study will examine three independent presses and one imprint that publishes literary works, both fiction and nonfiction. This paper surveys the languages represented in the translated works published by these presses over the course of five years, from 2018 to 2022. A case study of one independent press, Other Press, is conducted to further study the genre and country representation in translated literature. This study finds that European languages, particularly Western European languages, are overrepresented in translated literature by more than a …

The Intrusive State: Restrictions On Gender-Affirming Healthcare For Minors, Exceptions To The Doctrine Of Parental Consent, And Reliance On Science And Medical Expertise, Lois W. Weithorn

UC Law Journal

The provision of gender-affirming medical care to transgender or gender diverse (“TGD”) youth is currently the subject of substantial controversy despite an overwhelming consensus in the healthcare community as to the safety and potential benefits of recommended treatments. Much of the debate is fueled by misinformation and inaccurate characterization of research and practice. Against this backdrop, twenty-three states enacted restrictions or complete prohibitions on access to gender-affirming medical care for adolescents between 2021 and the time of this writing in early 2024. The policies typically place healthcare practitioners who provide such services at risk of license revocation. Some statutes create …

Proactive International Law, Michal Saliternik, Sivan Shlomo Agon

UC Law Journal

This Article challenges the centuries-old reactive and past-oriented approach of international law. It suggests that while the reactive paradigm has facilitated practical solutions to the concrete problems faced by the international community, this paradigm has also led international law to become backward-looking and short-sighted, thereby hindering the discipline from acting in anticipation of long-term problems and developments.

Against this backdrop, this Article calls for a conceptual shift. It argues that the time has come to couple international law’s traditional reactive paradigm with a more proactive, forward-looking approach that is geared toward the future, with a view to preventing risks and …

A Study On The Relationship Between Game Based Learning And Secondary School Students Mathematics Achievement In Smk Kompleks Gong Badak, Nur Sajidah Che Mansor, Nur Syazana Rosly

Malaysian Journal of Computing (MJoC)

Digital game-based learning (DGBL) is an instructional method that incorporates educational content or learning principles into video games with the aim of engaging learners. The teaching techniques in schools are mostly still teacher-centered where the practice of exercise and memorization of tips and formulas are emphasized in learning. This research studied the relationship between game-based learning with the achievements of students in SMK Kompleks Gong Badak, specifically in Mathematics. Quantitative approach-based research and a single cross-sectional design were employed. A set of questionnaires were used for data collection. Data samples were collected from approximately 100 students in the selected school. …

Methodological Concerns In Developing Malaysian Adolescent's Profile On Mental Health, Hairulliza Mohamad Judi, Hazura Mohamed

Malaysian Journal of Computing (MJoC)

Adolescence is a crucial period for mental and social development, and the profile of Malaysian adolescents in terms of their mental health has significant implications for their education and social outcomes. Mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and stress are prevalent among Malaysian adolescents; and these issues can negatively impact their academic performance and overall well-being. Poor mental health may influence social interactions and relationships, which can impact their ability to form healthy friendships and family relationships, communicate effectively, and function in society. The development of mental health profile of Malaysian adolescents is critical to their success in education …

The Effectiveness Of Educational Games In Learning Mathematics Among Secondary School Students, Nur Hanani Rosni, Nurhilyana Anuar, Aminatul Solehah Idris

Malaysian Journal of Computing (MJoC)

Educational games in learning have established an alternative learning environment among students. It helps to improve students' knowledge and skill acquisition. Through educational game learning, it provides students with challenges and a sense of accomplishment. The challenges in teaching-learning mathematics subjects are student's lack of problem-solving skills and lack of interest during the lessons. Therefore, this study aims to implement educational games in learning mathematics to increase students' interest and determine its effectiveness. The study was conducted in one of the secondary school districts of Seri Manjung, Perak. A cluster sampling technique was used which comprised 32 respondents from the …

The Role Of Between-Session Homework In Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy For Comorbid Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder And Autism: A Case Vignette, Molly J Church, Katie H Mangen, Jordan T Stiede, Samuel D Spencer, Eric A Storch

Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy Staff Publications

Objective: Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), which includes a decided emphasis on exposure and response/ritual prevention (ERP) and between-session practice of treatment principles, has consistently demonstrated efficacy for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and is a gold standard, recommended first-line treatment. CBT with ERP has been successfully adapted to fit the needs of autistic individuals with OCD. The present article provides a brief overview of CBT for OCD and outlines special considerations and adaptations needed when working with patients with OCD and comorbid autism, with an emphasis on the importance of between-session homework.

Method: A case vignette is presented.

Results: This …