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Fire Service Leadership Cost-Effective Strategies To Reduce Sudden Cardiac Death, Kathryn Marie Bernardo-Preston

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Abstract A high incidence of on-duty firefighter sudden cardiac death (SCD) results in increased costs and decreased organizational performance. Fire department leaders are concerned about the financial burden of SCDs as they put strain on departmental budgets and subsequently limit operational readiness. Grounded in transformational leadership theory, the purpose of this qualitative pragmatic inquiry project was to explore how fire department leaders used cost-effective strategies to reduce SCD episodes among on-duty firefighters. Participants comprised six fire department leaders located on the East Coast of the United States who had successfully implemented strategies to minimize firefighter SCD. Data were collected using …

Faculty Perceptions Of Student Use Of Critical Thinking And Clinical Judgment In Prelicensure Alternative Pediatric Clinical Education, Vanessa Lee Lugo

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Both the changing healthcare environment and diverse pediatric care needs highlight the importance of exploring nontraditional clinical placements for entry-level pediatric nursing students to assess their critical thinking (CT) and clinical judgment (CJ). Many graduates are unprepared for pediatric care, creating safety risks and gaps in meeting children’s healthcare needs. The purpose of this study, guided by communities of practice theory, was to explore faculty experiences with and perceptions of CT and CJ use at alternative pediatric clinical sites for prelicensure undergraduate students in the Northeastern United States. Eleven nursing faculty with recent experience working in nontraditional pediatric sites and …

Racial Identity, Student Engagement, Student Satisfaction, And Persistence In African American Students Attending Predominately White Institutions, Antoinette Drakeford

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

African American college students attending predominantly White institutions (PWIs), such as Old Dominion University, face challenges, including experiences with microaggressions and limited engagement opportunities, which may affect their persistence. The purpose of this study was to examine whether racial identity and microaggressions moderate the relationship between student engagement, satisfaction, and persistence among African American students at a PWI. Cross’s theory of nigrescence served as the theoretical framework for understanding African American racial identity development. A quantitative, non-experimental design was employed. Data were collected from 50 African American undergraduate students using standardized instruments measuring racial identity, microaggressions, engagement, satisfaction, and persistence. …

From Cost To Investment: The Evolution Of Mental Health Perception In Medium And Large-Scale Corporate Environments Between 2020 And 2025, Patricia M. Mcmillan, Antônia Márcia Rodrigues Sousa, Maria Ianka Soares Mendes

SPARK Symposium Presentations

This study examines how medium and large formal companies’ perceptions of employee mental health changed between 2020 and 2025, especially after the impact of the COVID-19 pan demic, considering its organizational and economic impacts. Based on a narrative review of literature, we sought to understand the reasons why mental health care in a formal corporate environment should no longer be seen only as a cost and should instead occupy a central place in corporate investments and strategies. The results show that the significant increase in absences due to mental disorders, coupled with the economic and productivity losses associated with absenteeism …

From Ice Queen To Shattered Dream: How The Kamila Valieva Case Sheds Light On The Extreme Vulnerability Of Minor Athletes Involved In Doping Cases, Emma Bertsch

Jeffrey S. Moorad Sports Law Journal (1994 - )

No abstract provided.

Effects Of A Group Contingency Arrangement Of Synchronous Reinforcement On Disruptive Behavior In Elementary Classes, Gabriela Gomes

LSU Master's Theses

Synchronous schedules of reinforcement are a type of schedule of covarion in which the onset and offset of the response are aligned with the onset and offset of the reinforcer. In this study, we used multiple baseline across classes and reversal designs to determine the effects of a synchronous reinforcement schedule, arranged as a group contingency, on disruptive classroom behavior and time spent following rules during independent work periods in three elementary classrooms: 2 first grade and 1 fourth grade. Additionally, we compared the effects of a synchronous reinforcement schedule with a continuous noncontingent schedule in the fourth-grade classroom. The …

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Tarl Approach As An Innovative Strategy For Ipas Learning In Primary Education, Rahmah Alia Anzani, Rodotul Janah, Indra Darmawan

Journal of Innovation and Teacher Professionalism

This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) approach in IPAS (Science, Environment, and Social Studies) learning, specifically on the topic of the digestive system, in Grade 5 at SD Kanisius Kembaran, Yogyakarta. A descriptive qualitative method was employed, with data collected through interviews with teachers and students, as well as a review of relevant literature. The findings indicate that the TaRL approach positively impacts student learning outcomes, with approximately 60% of students showing improved comprehension and more active engagement. However, the implementation also faces several challenges, such as time management difficulties, limited …

Chemistry Education Undergraduate Students’ Mental Health Issues As Correlate To Their Interest In Chemistry Courses In Southeast Universities, Juliana Nkiru Nnoli, Obikezie Maxwell Chukwunazo, Abumchukwu Angela Adanne

Journal of Innovation and Teacher Professionalism

This study examined the relationship between mental health issues and interest in chemistry courses among Chemistry Education undergraduate students in federal universities in Southeast Nigeria (n = 2500). The research was motivated by increasing academic stress, perceived course difficulty, limited coping resources, and the influence of mental health on motivation, arousal, and self-efficacy. Two research questions and two hypotheses guided the study. A correlational research design was employed. The sample of 2500 students was selected using proportionate stratified random sampling from the five federal universities in the region. Data were collected using two instruments: the Chemistry Mental Health Inventory (CMHI) …

Brokering Safety, Chinmayi Sharma, Thomas E. Kadri, Sam Adler

Scholarly Works

For victims of abuse, safety means hiding. Not just hiding themselves, but also their contact details, their address, their workplace, their roommates, and any other information that could enable their abuser to target them. Yet today, no number of name changes and relocations can prevent data brokers from sharing a victim’s personal information online. Thanks to brokers, abusers can find what they need with a single search, a few clicks, and a few dollars. For many victims, then, the best hope for safety lies in obscurity—that is, making themselves and their information harder to find.

This Article exposes privacy law’s …

Dual-Task Effects On Spatiotemporal, Kinematic, And Kinetic Parameters And Their Variability During Running, Hsiang-Ling Teng, Jo Armour Smith, Will F.W. Wu

Physical Therapy Faculty Articles and Research

Background

Running in real-world environments often requires using cognitive resources simultaneously with the motor task (dual tasking, DT). Limited existing evidence suggests that DT reduces running speed. Movement variability is essential for a healthy, adaptable motor system. DT has been shown to affect movement variability during walking. Nonetheless, it remains unclear how DT affects spatiotemporal, kinematic, and kinetic parameters and their variability during running.

Research question

Does DT affect spatiotemporal, kinematic, and kinetic measures and their variability during running? Does running speed influence DT effects?

Methods

Thirty-one asymptomatic runners participated in this cross-sectional study. Three-dimensional running biomechanics were recorded while …

More Women, More Voices As Lindenwood Offers Rise And Run Workshop, Mackenzie Cameron

Lindenlink (2012- )

No abstract provided.

Long-Term Mpox Sequelae 11 To 18 Months After Acute Illness : A Cohort Study In Two Us Cities, Preetam A Cholli, Jason Zucker, Karen J Vigil, Faisal S Minhaj, Paul J Weidle, Melanie M Taylor, Brett Gray, Dana L Haberling, Agha Ajmal, Agam K Rao, Anyelina Cantos, Sarah Anne J Guagliardo, Max Flanagan, Gilhen H Rodriguez, Irene Tamí-Maury, Siobhán M O'Connor

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Background: Little was known about persistent sequelae of mpox before the 2022 multinational clade II mpox virus outbreak.

Objective: To characterize post-mpox sequelae 11 to 18 months after acute mpox diagnosis and compare outbreak-associated psychosocial and behavioral impact between at-risk persons who had or did not have mpox.

Design: Cohort study.

Setting: New York City, New York, and Houston, Texas.

Participants: Adults attending HIV, pre-exposure prophylaxis, or sexually transmitted infection clinics diagnosed with mpox during May 2022 to January 2023 (post-mpox) or at risk for but never diagnosed with mpox (no-mpox).

Measurements: All participants completed psychosocial and behavioral self-assessments. A …

Illinois State University Salaries Fy2026, Illinois State University

Illinois State University Salaries

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Unveiling The #T1d Community: Content Analysis Across Social Media Platforms, Dana Albright, Jessica C. Kichler, Kira Voelker, Andy Tannous, Jessica Pater

Health Services and Informatics Research

OBJECTIVE | While social media provides a crucial support system for individuals facing isolation, particularly those with uncommon conditions like type 1 diabetes (T1D), the specific characteristics of online engagement within this com munity remain largely unexplored. This research fills the gap by systematically categorizing the #T1D online ecosystem across three prominent social media platforms.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS | One month of data from Instagram, Reddit, and Twitter were collected using #T1D and #typeonediabetes as inclusion criteria. Posts were coded using a content analysis approach by three re searchers for the type of content, purpose, community building, personal reflection, …

Cognitive Dysfunction In Women With The Fmr1 Premutation During Midlife: The Lassi-L Reveals Curvilinear Cgg-Dependent Risk Buffered By College Education, Jessica Klusek, Jillian Gierman, Amanda Fairchild, Andreana M. Benitez, Elizabeth Berry-Kravis, Marsha R. Mailick

Faculty Publications

Background

The FMR1premutation (FXPM) is a common genetic variant (∼1:151 females) linked to increased risk for neurodegenerative disease. Midlife cognitive phenotypes remain poorly defined.

Objective

To characterize episodic memory performance in midlife FXPM women and examine potential risk moderation via genetic (i.e., FMR1CGG repeat expansion size) and environmental (i.e., college degree attainment) influences.

Methods

Eighty-eight FXPM women and 84 matched controls, aged 30–55, completed the Loewenstein-Acevedo Scales for Semantic Interference and Learning (LASSI-L), a measure of specific episodic memory processes sensitive to subtle Alzheimer's disease (AD)-related cognitive and neuropathological changes.

Results

FXPM women demonstrated deficits in proactive semantic …

Evaluating The Impact Of Lo-Fi Music On Concentration In Physics Learning Among Senior High School Students, Qotrunnada Haq, Tutut Pristiati, Ika Wahyu Widyawati

Journal of Innovation and Teacher Professionalism

Learning concentration is a key component of an effective learning process, particularly for students who frequently encounter various distractions. In the modern era, adolescents often listen to music while studying, and previous studies have shown that music may either enhance or hinder concentration. However, research on the specific influence of low-fidelity (lo-fi) music remains limited. This study employed a quantitative approach with a pre-experimental design involving Grade XI science students at SMAN 1 Dramaga, Bogor. A total of 70 students participated, divided evenly into experimental and control groups. Research instruments included observation sheets, detailed lesson plans (RPP), and questionnaires. The …

Ivan Pavlov’S Behaviorism Theory: Its Implementation In The Teaching And Learning Process, Rofiq Alfawwazy, Anggun Nurhidayah

Journal of Innovation and Teacher Professionalism

Ivan Pavlov’s behaviorism theory, which emphasizes the stimulus–response relationship through classical conditioning, holds a significant role in the field of education. This study examines the application of Pavlovian principles in learning through a literature review of five selected articles published between 2021 and 2025. The findings indicate that behaviorist strategies are effective in shaping students’ behavior, particularly in fostering discipline, responsibility, and task compliance, primarily through reinforcement methods such as praise, rewards, and social recognition. Nonetheless, the behaviorist approach also reveals several limitations, including rigid learning structures, diminished creativity, and overreliance on external stimuli. The implementation of behaviorist techniques differs …

Data Altruism: Eu Solution And Path Of Localization In China, Teng Wu

Bulletin of Chinese Academy of Sciences (Chinese Version)

Data altruism transcends the profit-seeking, monopolistic and competitive nature of the market mechanism. It is driven by innovation and encourages data subjects and holders to share information guided by the public interest. As a new type of data application and service model, it aims to achieve a virtuous cycle of the data ecosystem while optimize the utilization of data resources. Tracing back to the source, the theoretical foundation of data altruism from the ethical theory of altruism, and the concept of its budding was supported by the data for good. Analysis shows that the specific scheme of the EU data …

Effects Of Social Support Interventions On Medical Patient Survival: A Meta-Analysis Of Non-Randomized Clinical Trials, Ksenia Illinykh-Bair, Timothy B. Smith

Faculty Publications

Background: Prior research confirms that social support promotes resilience among medical patients with chronic illness. Beyond emotional benefits, research has increasingly shown the importance of social support on physical health outcomes. Therefore, identifying and evaluating interventions that increase social support among medical patients with chronic conditions is a priority for healthcare. Methods: This meta-analysis summarized data from 39,493 medical patients across 14 non-randomized trials that had been identified by a prior review of the survival benefits of social support interventions. Results: Across four studies reporting hazard ratio data, the results failed to reach statistical significance (HR = 2.10, 95% CI …

The Use Of Artificial Intelligence In Decreasing Vaccine Skepticism And Hesitancy, Nathaniel Wolf, Nhan Nguyen, Rojelio Mejia

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

Purpose of review: Recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) coincide with decreases in confidence in vaccines. This review examines studies that analyze and mitigate vaccine skepticism by implementing artificial intelligence strategies in various ways.

Recent findings: Studies have explored public attitudes towards vaccines using AI to analyze language in social media postings and interactions, scrutinize AI responses to vaccine-related queries, and attempt to use AI to directly influence vaccine hesitancy. Findings show that AI can be effective in addressing vaccine hesitancy in various ways, including, but not limited to, directly interacting with vaccine-hesitant groups, identifying reasons for vaccine hesitancy, and …

Humanizing Online Learning Through Culturally Responsive Pedagogy: Preserving Cultural Identity And Human Connection In Digital Spaces, Michael Mills

International Journal of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education

The rapid shift to online and hybrid learning environments has highlighted the need for culturally responsive pedagogical approaches in digital spaces. While much research has explored culturally responsive teaching in traditional classrooms, less attention has been paid to how these principles can be effectively translated to online learning environments. This article examines how culturally responsive pedagogy can be meaningfully integrated into online learning spaces through intentional course design, assessment practices, and community building. Drawing from existing literature on culturally responsive teaching, online learning, and digital equity, this paper provides a framework for educators to create more inclusive and culturally sustaining …

Enhancing Deep Learning And Workload Management In Online Education: The Power Of Scaffolded Weekly Assessments, Maryam Mohammad Zadeh, Rebecca Ferrari

International Journal of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education

This study investigates the use of scaffolded weekly assessments with individual feedback in promoting deep learning and managing workload among engineering students in online education. The research focuses on how these assessment strategies shape students’ learning approaches and workload distribution. The study involved the implementation of weekly assessments aligned with intended learning outcomes, complemented by personalized feedback. Data collection comprised student surveys and qualitative feedback to assess the impact on learning approaches and workload management. The qualitative results show that 91.9% of the students adopted deep learning, where only 8.1% engaging in surface learning. Students reported that this approach not …

Doctoral Students’ Perceived Academic Research Reading Ability: A Mixed-Methods Study, Ryan Glaman

International Journal of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education

Empirical research is useful for informing educational policy and practice. However, doctoral students often struggle with reading and evaluating empirical research papers. The present study examined doctoral students’ perceptions of their ability to read and evaluate empirical research articles, both before and after an educational research methods course, as well as which course components students perceived as most impacting their ability to read and evaluate research articles. The study used a convergent mixed methods design, involving pre- and post-course survey data. Results indicated students felt they improved in their experience levels, comfort levels, interpretation ability, and evaluation ability regarding reading …

Engaging Asl-English Interpreting Undergraduates In Research: A Model For Student Engagement And Faculty Productivity, Kimberly J. Hale, Valerie Freeman

Journal of Interpretation

Engaging undergraduate ASL-English interpreting students in research yields multiple benefits beyond enhancing faculty scholarly productivity. In this innovative practices article, we first summarize scholarly literature showing that including undergraduates in research experiences supports development of career-readiness skills while simultaneously building the pipeline of future faculty. We then discuss the benefits of undergraduate research experiences and argue that research activities can be integrated throughout an interpreter education program curriculum. Using a detailed description of a course-based undergraduate research experience (CURE) and course-embedded project examples, we demonstrate how structured research experiences can be integrated into programs without creating additional burden for faculty …

The Effects Of A Nurse-Led Peace Program On Perceived Peaceful End-Of-Life And Quality Of Life Among Head And Neck Cancer Patients Undergoing Concurrent Chemoradiation, Sirinya Pimvichai, Yaowarat Matchim, Tanadej Sinthusake, Kiratiya Wongkalasin

Journal of Health Research

Background: Evidence indicates that peaceful end-of-life care programs benefit terminally ill patients, with nurses playing a central role in program delivery. However, no structured end-of-life care programs currently exist for patients with head and neck cancer (HNC), who often experience profound physical and psychological distress. A nurse-led Peaceful End-of-Life Care (PEACE) program was therefore developed. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of the PEACE program on perceived peaceful end-of-life (PEOL) and quality of life (QoL) among HNC patients undergoing concurrent chemoradiotherapy (CCRT).

Methods: A quasi-experimental, two-group time-series design was conducted with 64 HNC patients recruited from oncology wards at …

Preventive Health Behaviors Among Vegetable Farmers In Indonesia: An Application Of The Extended Theory Of Planned Behavior, Aria Gusti, Wira Iqbal, Fitrahul Afifah

Journal of Health Research

Background: Farmers in low- and middle-income countries face serious occupational and environmental health risks, including pesticide exposure, musculoskeletal disorders, and skin diseases. In Indonesia, limited evidence exists on the psychosocial factors that shape preventive health behaviors, hindering the design of effective interventions. This study applies an extended Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) framework to analyze preventive practices among vegetable farmers.

Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 254 vegetable farmers in Koto Laweh Village, West Sumatra, Indonesia, during July–August 2025. Data were collected using a validated TPB-based questionnaire and analyzed with Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM).

Results: Knowledge …

A Comparison Of Biological Therapies Vs Traditional Immunosuppressant In The Management Of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: A Narrative Review, Umme Farwah Tahir Dr, Sadaf Noureen, Fnu Partab, Muhammad Waqas Afzal, Maham Afzal, Asad Mehmood, Fatima Afzal, Kaynat Hasan, Fnu Sameeha, Seerat Riaz, Sumyya Tariq, Abida Perveen

Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), encompassing Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, is a chronic immune-mediated condition requiring long-term management. Traditional immunosuppressants, such as corticosteroids, thiopurines, and methotrexate, have been widely used but are associated with broad immunosuppressive effects and significant adverse events. The advent of biological therapies, including tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitors, integrin inhibitors, and interleukin (IL)-12/23 inhibitors, has revolutionized IBD treatment by offering targeted immune modulation. Biologics have demonstrated superior efficacy in achieving and maintaining remission compared to traditional immunosuppressants, particularly in moderate to severe IBD. They provide targeted immune suppression, reducing systemic side effects, but are associated with …

Exploring The English Language Learning Strategies Preferred And Used By Jazan University Female Students, Abdul Rahman Ali Al Towity

UB Journal for Humanities

This study aimed to investigate the language learning strategies employed by Saudi university students and examine the differences in strategy use based on academic year level, motivation, and proficiency. The study was conducted at the University College of Aldayer, a female college at Jazan University, and included a sample of 125 students majoring in English. Data were collected using Oxford’s (1990) Strategy Inventory for Language Learning (SILL). The findings revealed that participants frequently used language learning strategies overall. No significant differences were found in relation to academic year level, however, sophomore and junior students tended to use language learning strategies …

Teachers’ Perceptions Towards Disruptive Behaviours Among Students In Public Secondary Schools In Tanzania, Jonas Kinanda

Tanzania Journal of Sociology

Disruptive behaviours among secondary school students adversely affect students, teachers, parents and community members. This study explores teachers’ perceptions towards disruptive behaviours among students in public secondary schools in Tanzania. This qualitative study involved 50 teachers selected from four public secondary schools from two councils, namely Mwanza City and Ukerewe District, both found in Mwanza Region, Tanzania. Data collection was done through interviews, focus group discussions, and document reviews. The analysis was thematic and MAXQDA. The findings showed that teachers perceived students’ disruptive behaviours as problematic to the teachers, peers, school administrators, parents, and the community at large. This is …