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Sex Ratio In Mumbai, Professor Vibhuti Patel Dec 2012

Sex Ratio In Mumbai, Professor Vibhuti Patel

Professor Vibhuti Patel

Gender equity has been a prominent aspect of equity concerns in public policy. The gender dimension has led to widespread advocacy and focused attention on equity in other than economic areas, such as education, health, decision-making, violence against women and political participation. The human development approach offers a capability-based approach to gender equity in development that is a departure from traditions focused on income and growth. Gender concerns have given the approach the power and flexibility to encompass aspects of inequality that would otherwise go unremarked. Its sensitivity to gender in turn has made it sensitive to a range of …

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The 'Art' Of Medicine: Building A Caring Relationship With Clients, Lisa Barkley Dec 2012

The 'Art' Of Medicine: Building A Caring Relationship With Clients, Lisa Barkley

UCF Forum

On the first day of school each year at the UCF College of Medicine, Dean Deborah German asks our incoming class of students what they think makes a “good doctor.”

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Synthesizing Multicultural, Global, And Civic Perspectives In The Elementary School Curriculum And Educational Research, Steve P. Camicia, Juanjuan Zhu Dec 2012

Synthesizing Multicultural, Global, And Civic Perspectives In The Elementary School Curriculum And Educational Research, Steve P. Camicia, Juanjuan Zhu

Teacher Education and Leadership Faculty Publications

Social networks and communities are rapidly expanding and changing due to the accelerating pace of globalization. In this article, we examine new possibilities for the reform of curriculum and educational research in a way that is responsive to increasingly multicultural and global communities. Drawing on literatures in the areas of multicultural, global, and civic education, we conducted a critical qualitative case study of four elementary school teachers. The teachers, two in the United States and two in the United Kingdom, are known to be exemplary at synthesizing multicultural, global, and civic education. We, the two authors, one a female from …

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Commencement Program [Fall 2012], St. Cloud State University Dec 2012

Commencement Program [Fall 2012], St. Cloud State University

Commencement Programs

St. Cloud State University commencement program for fall 2012

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An Assessment Of The Effects Of Desertification In Yobe State, Nigeria, Jibril Musa Phd Dec 2012

An Assessment Of The Effects Of Desertification In Yobe State, Nigeria, Jibril Musa Phd

Confluence Journal Environmental Studies (CJES), Kogi State University, Nigeria

Desertification is one of the most serious environmental and socio-economic problems of our time. Desertification describes circumstances of land degradation in arid, semi-arid and dry sub-humid regions resulting from the climatic variation and human activities. The fundamental goal of this thesis was to assess the effects of desertification in Yobe State, Nigeria. The present threat of desertification in the sahel has reached an alarming stage where crops cultivation and animal rearing/grazing are no more productive, soil has lost its nutrient/fertility, various infrastructure had given way because of windstorm from the neighbouring Niger Republic and sand dunes had taken over. The …

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Research Brief: "A Call To Duty: Educational Policy And School Reform Addressing The Needs Of Children From Military Families", Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University Dec 2012

Research Brief: "A Call To Duty: Educational Policy And School Reform Addressing The Needs Of Children From Military Families", Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University

Institute for Veterans and Military Families

The purpose of this study was to identify the unique circumstantial stressors faced by military children and identify what type of educational support can be provided through implementation of supportive educational policies. Further research is necessary for the sustainability of proposed practice and policy.

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African-American Experiences In The Workplace: Miseducation Goes A Long Way, Natacha Zuniga Dec 2012

African-American Experiences In The Workplace: Miseducation Goes A Long Way, Natacha Zuniga

South Florida Education Research Conference

The purpose of this study was to learn how Blacks believe race affects their workplace interactions with Whites and why. The most compelling finding of the study: participants believed mis-education influenced workplace interactions. The implications of the study: how the relationship between racism, racial identity and education affects workplace interactions.

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Recognizing The Value Of Teaching Proverbs: Multicultural Origins Of Oral And Written Literacy, Susan Marino Yellin Dec 2012

Recognizing The Value Of Teaching Proverbs: Multicultural Origins Of Oral And Written Literacy, Susan Marino Yellin

South Florida Education Research Conference

The purpose of this paper is to explore the use of multicultural proverbs in interdisciplinary and cross-cultural instruction through the language arts, history and social sciences. Educators can use proverbs to engage students in learning, enhance their understanding of other cultures and languages, and promote a globally-sensitive community.

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Multicultural Literacy In Education: Meeting The Objectives Of The Florida Sunshine State Standards, Susan Marino Yellin, Doreen Archilla Perez Dec 2012

Multicultural Literacy In Education: Meeting The Objectives Of The Florida Sunshine State Standards, Susan Marino Yellin, Doreen Archilla Perez

South Florida Education Research Conference

The purpose of this paper is to show how incorporating multicultural literacy in education can meet the Florida Sunshine State Standards to promote a more equitable approach to classroom discourse and a qualitative teacher-facilitated learning environment for students who reflect a multicultural and global community.

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The Effects Of A Family-Based Educational Intervention On The Prevention Of Lead Poisoning In Children, Loraine Wasserman Dec 2012

The Effects Of A Family-Based Educational Intervention On The Prevention Of Lead Poisoning In Children, Loraine Wasserman

South Florida Education Research Conference

Parents completed a survey measuring their knowledge of lead poisoning. Children, 24 to 36 months old received two blood lead level screens. Parents in the treatment group showed significantly higher scores on the posttest, and their children showed greater decreased blood lead levels than participants in the control group.

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Women In Athletic Training: Striving For Equity, Patricia Streit Perez, Michelle A. Cleary, Dan K. Hibbler Dec 2012

Women In Athletic Training: Striving For Equity, Patricia Streit Perez, Michelle A. Cleary, Dan K. Hibbler

South Florida Education Research Conference

The demands of athletic training are unique to the profession and many of the concerns of women in the NATA are similar to those of female executives in other professions. The purpose of this paper is to identify challenges for women in athletic training and reveal areas of inequity.

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Changing The Interface Of Family And Consumer Sciences At Florida International University, Sandra Poirier, Emilmari Faria, Annette Marie Hernandez, Melissa Madia Dec 2012

Changing The Interface Of Family And Consumer Sciences At Florida International University, Sandra Poirier, Emilmari Faria, Annette Marie Hernandez, Melissa Madia

South Florida Education Research Conference

The need to change the interface of the Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Program at Florida International University (FlU) has evolved because of changes in our family structure, culture, resources, educational reform, new knowledge in basic disciplines and applied research.

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Joining The Conversation: Graduate Students' Perceptions Of Writing For Publication, Sarah M. Nielsen, Tonette S. Rocco Dec 2012

Joining The Conversation: Graduate Students' Perceptions Of Writing For Publication, Sarah M. Nielsen, Tonette S. Rocco

South Florida Education Research Conference

The authors report on their qualitative study of eight students in a class on writing for publication and the nature of the writing process in academia. While the participants found value and purpose in writing and scholarly writing, they had great difficulty with criticism and using feedback in constructive ways.

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Minority Workforce Issues In Athletic Training, Daniel Nevarez, Dan K. Hibbler, Michelle A. Cleary Dec 2012

Minority Workforce Issues In Athletic Training, Daniel Nevarez, Dan K. Hibbler, Michelle A. Cleary

South Florida Education Research Conference

Certified Athletic Trainers belonging to ethnic minority groups have many issues in the profession. This paper addresses workforce issues including distribution of minorities, recruitment and retention of minority Certified Athletic Trainers, and support systems for minority Certified Athletic Trainers.

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Students' Perceptions And Opinions Of Unscientific Bias In Evolutionary Curriculum, Richard F. Lapworth Dec 2012

Students' Perceptions And Opinions Of Unscientific Bias In Evolutionary Curriculum, Richard F. Lapworth

South Florida Education Research Conference

This is a qualitative study with eighth-grade students assessing their views of bias within the evolution chapters of two Florida state-adopted texts. The students determined that a significant degree of bias exists. The texts fail to develop the scientific "habits-of-mind" as stated in the school district's "science as inquiry" competencies.

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The Mismatch Of The Language Of Textbooks And Language Of Esl Students In Content Classrooms, Claudia G. Grigorescu, Eric Dwyer Dec 2012

The Mismatch Of The Language Of Textbooks And Language Of Esl Students In Content Classrooms, Claudia G. Grigorescu, Eric Dwyer

South Florida Education Research Conference

Debate concerning bilingual education effectiveness may focus around the definition of academic language. Two aspects of such-vocabulary and grammar-were examined in 4th and 8th grade textbooks. Results showed substantial increases in the number of abstract words and complex sentences, suggesting more daunting language demands for older non-English-speaking students.

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Evaluating The Effectiveness Of A Public School Prekindergarten Program For Children With Disabilities, Josee Gregoire, Luretha Lucky Dec 2012

Evaluating The Effectiveness Of A Public School Prekindergarten Program For Children With Disabilities, Josee Gregoire, Luretha Lucky

South Florida Education Research Conference

A stratified sample of teachers was surveyed to determine their opinion about a Pre-k Program for Children with Disabilities. The results revealed that the teachers were satisfied with their students' progress, the support received from their administrators and district, and their ability to implement the curriculum to meet students' needs.

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Students Of Haitian Descent In American Schools: Challenges And Issues, Audrey M. Gelin Dec 2012

Students Of Haitian Descent In American Schools: Challenges And Issues, Audrey M. Gelin

South Florida Education Research Conference

This paper examines the ways the reception of students of Haitian descent in this country has shaped their educational careers. Additionally, this paper explores the racial, cultural, and individual differences that need to be understood in order to help educators, parents, and students make their schooling a positive experience.

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Globalization And The Marginalization Of Educational Purpose: Preparation Of Workers And Citizens For The 21st Century And The Vision Of Sustainable Futures, R. V. Farrell, Clifton Hamilton Dec 2012

Globalization And The Marginalization Of Educational Purpose: Preparation Of Workers And Citizens For The 21st Century And The Vision Of Sustainable Futures, R. V. Farrell, Clifton Hamilton

South Florida Education Research Conference

Human capital development remains a primary goal of modern schooling. This paper raises questions concerning the link between global economic needs and school-based human capital development. The primary mission of preparing students for the workplace may weaken other educational missions vital in achieving a more sustainable future for humanity.

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The Effect Of Sportspersonship Instruction On The Behaviors Of Second Grade Physical Education Students, Charmaine Defrancesco, Christian Gonzales Dec 2012

The Effect Of Sportspersonship Instruction On The Behaviors Of Second Grade Physical Education Students, Charmaine Defrancesco, Christian Gonzales

South Florida Education Research Conference

The effect of sportspersonship instruction on the behaviors of second grade physical education students was examined. Instruction consisted of defining sportspersonship focus words, modifying the words into target behaviors, modeling the behaviors, and reinforcing the behaviors. Results revealed that students from two intact classes improved their behaviors.

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The Effect Of Incorporating Math Skills Into Physical Education Classes On Math Achievement Of Second Grade Elementary Students, Charmaine Defrancesco, Betty Casas Dec 2012

The Effect Of Incorporating Math Skills Into Physical Education Classes On Math Achievement Of Second Grade Elementary Students, Charmaine Defrancesco, Betty Casas

South Florida Education Research Conference

The effect of embedding math skills into physical education lessons on math achievement of second grade students in two classes was investigated. There were no statistical differences between the experimental (PE/Math) group and the control group. However, practical observations indicated more research is needed in this area.

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An Investigation Of Narration Rates For The Reading While Listening Strategy, Chan-Ho Chae, Lisbeth A. Dixon-Krauss Dec 2012

An Investigation Of Narration Rates For The Reading While Listening Strategy, Chan-Ho Chae, Lisbeth A. Dixon-Krauss

South Florida Education Research Conference

This study investigated the effects of Reading While Listening narration rates on elementary students' comprehension. Slow, normal and sentence interval narration rates were used. Results showed higher comprehension scores with the slow narration rate for students with low reading levels, and normal rate for high and medium level readers

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The Butter Was Better: A Preliminary Study Of Nostalgia And Cuban American Identity, Linda Bliss Dec 2012

The Butter Was Better: A Preliminary Study Of Nostalgia And Cuban American Identity, Linda Bliss

South Florida Education Research Conference

Nostalgia for pre-Communist Cuba was found to have an important influence on the identity of three American born Cuban Americans.

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The Complacent Acceptance Of Diversity: Human Resource Development In A Culturally Diverse Environment, Judith D. Bernier Dec 2012

The Complacent Acceptance Of Diversity: Human Resource Development In A Culturally Diverse Environment, Judith D. Bernier

South Florida Education Research Conference

This paper examines the inability of work organizations to achieve racial balance and use training and development, organization development, and multicultural organizational development principles to manage and enable diversity initiatives. The paper proposes a conceptual framework for a micro and macro model as an approach to diversity initiatives.

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University Policies That Increase· And/Or Decrease Access For African- American Women Seeking Advanced Degrees, Vanetta Bailey-Iddrisu Dec 2012

University Policies That Increase· And/Or Decrease Access For African- American Women Seeking Advanced Degrees, Vanetta Bailey-Iddrisu

South Florida Education Research Conference

The policies of most universities show a lack of dedication in addressing the needs of their non-traditional graduate students, particularly African-American women seeking advanced degrees. As African-American women return to the academy to pursue doctoral degrees, universities must address the issues facing women in general and African-American women in particular.

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Towards A Pedagogy Of Inferential Statistics In Graduate Education Programs: Insights From Cognitive And Educational Research, Cengiz Alacaci Dec 2012

Towards A Pedagogy Of Inferential Statistics In Graduate Education Programs: Insights From Cognitive And Educational Research, Cengiz Alacaci

South Florida Education Research Conference

This study attempts to understand the nature of knowledge base that supports the ability to select statistical techniques for research situations. Findings showed that the largest component of such knowledge was related to research design. One implication is that techniques should be taught in relation to features of research design.

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El Elusivo 1% Para Ciencia Y Tecnología: ¿Llegará?, Marion Lloyd Dec 2012

El Elusivo 1% Para Ciencia Y Tecnología: ¿Llegará?, Marion Lloyd

Marion Lloyd

Seven successive Mexican presidents have promised to bring total national investment in science and technology research to 1% of GDP, and six have failed. Will Enrique Peña Nieto succeed?

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Friendship Village Remarks, John M. Dunn Dec 2012

Friendship Village Remarks, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

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Reviewing Or Retrieving: What Activity Best Promotes Long-Term Retention?, Paul D. Lindgren Dec 2012

Reviewing Or Retrieving: What Activity Best Promotes Long-Term Retention?, Paul D. Lindgren

College of Education and Human Sciences: Dissertations, Theses, and Student Research

Research studies repeatedly emphasize the importance of vocabulary capabilities to a large variety of academic activities. This study compared a learning strategy that exclusively involved the visual review of vocabulary word-definition pairs to a strategy that, in addition, prompted participants to attempt free-recall retrieval of words to match specific definitions. This comparison attempted to identify which of the two strategies best produces longer-term attainment of vocabulary knowledge. A group of participants (N = 20) used a web-based system to take a pre-test over 21 relatively difficult SAT-review vocabulary words using a drag and drop graphical user interface. For each participant, …

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The Convergence Of Two Algorithms For Compressed Sensing Based Tomography, Xiezhang Li, Jiehua Zhu Dec 2012

The Convergence Of Two Algorithms For Compressed Sensing Based Tomography, Xiezhang Li, Jiehua Zhu

Department of Mathematical Sciences Faculty Publications

The constrained total variation minimization has been developed successfully for image reconstruction in computed tomography. In this paper, the block component averaging and diagonally-relaxed orthogonal projection methods are proposed to incorporate with the total variation minimization in the compressed sensing framework. The convergence of the algorithms under a certain condition is derived. Examples are given to illustrate their convergence behavior and noise performance.

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