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Book Review: Jared Farmer's (2022) Elderflora: A Modern History Of Ancient Trees. Ny: Basic Books.

The International Journal of Ecopsychology (IJE)

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Poem: Adrienne Rich's (1955) "Ideal Landscape"

The International Journal of Ecopsychology (IJE)

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Home-Literacy Environments And Language Development In Toddlers With Down Syndrome, Madison S. Dulin, Susan J. Loveall, Laura J. Mattie

Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders: Faculty Publications

Introduction: The present study aimed to (1) characterize the home-literacy environments (HLE) of toddlers with Down syndrome (DS) and (2) examine if richness of the HLE, child engagement during shared storybook reading activities, quality of a caregiver-child shared storybook reading activity, and exposure to language in the home environment predicted child receptive vocabulary concurrently (Time 1) and 6 months later (Time 2).

Methods: Participants were toddlers with DS (n = 13 at Time 1, 11–29 months of age; n = 10 at Time 2) and their mothers. Mothers completed a Home Literacy Environment Questionnaire at Time 1, …

A Longitudinal Qualitative Study On Teachers’ Technology Barriers To Distance Learning: A School For Students With Dyslexia, Holli Bice, Hengtao Tang

Journal of Educational Technology Development and Exchange (JETDE)

The purpose of this qualitative case study was to develop an account of teachers’ perception of barriers to technology integration throughout distance learning. COVID-19 pandemic forced schools to adopt distance learning to cope with the crisis, but whether teachers are prepared for this change is unknown. Therefore, this study described teachers’ experience of technology integration over the course of distance learning and identified the barriers they faced at a small, private school for students with dyslexia. The findings found distance learning influenced teachers’ technological knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about technology integration. Barriers to technology integration were identified by all participants, …

Artificial Intelligence: Interactive Effect Of Google Classroom And Learning Analytics On Academic Engagement Of Business Education Students In Universities In Nigeria, Friday Ekahe Abanyam (Ph.D), Nathaniel Ifeanyi Edeh (Ph.D), Victor Attah Abanyam (Ph.D), Jossica Isioma Obimgbo (M.Ed), Felicia Ogonna Nwokike (Ph.D), Promise Emeka Ugwunwoti (Ph.D), Victoria Obiageli Nnamani (M.Ed), Fabian Ugbe Udida (M.Ed), Anthonia Ngozi Ibelegbu (Ph.D), Joseph Tunga Yaro (M.Ed), Ozioma Patience Nwokedi (M.Ed), Joseph Bonglo Kingsley (M.A), Benuh Adama Idris (Ph.D)

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The zeal to determine an interactive digital learning environment that supports students’ academic engagement and improve learning outcome necessitated this study. The study adopted quasi-experimental and non-equivalent control-group research design. We used purposive sampling technique to select the sample for the study. Also, the study draws from longitudinal research survey responses of 422 undergraduate marketing students from four universities in South-South Nigeria to test the study hypotheses. The universities include University of Calabar (UNICAL), Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma (AAU), University of Uyo (UNIUYO), and Delta State University Abaraka, (DSUA). While students of UNICAL and AAU formed the treatment groups, …

A Pilot Project For Tuberculosis Education In College Students, Sarah Williams

Doctor of Nursing Practice Final Manuscripts

Background: San Diego’s Tuberculosis (TB) incidence is more than double the national rate. The majority of cases of active TB are due to the progression of latent TB infection (LTBI).

Objectives: This evidence-based practice (EBP) project aimed to increase knowledge, awareness, and improve attitudes and practices regarding TB among college students.

Participants: Twenty Community College Students in San Diego participated in the project.

Methods: Students attended an in-person educational session. A pre-post knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) questionnaire measured the impact.

Results: The intervention improved knowledge and attitudes. The average post-intervention TB knowledge score was 95.8% compared to 57% …

Anxiety And Agitation In Adult Patients Admitted To An Emergency Room During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Doris L. Asombrado

Dissertations

Purpose: The purpose of this retrospective correlational study was to identify the relationship between COVID-19 status and the prevalence of anxiety-agitation with select sociodemographic and clinical characteristics in adults admitted to the ED during the pandemic (03/01/2020 through 12/31/2020).

Background: COVID-19 infections combined with the WHO and CDC recommendations to mitigate spread have had deleterious psychosocial and economic outcomes with the risk of subsequent COVID-19 related mental illness. Studies indicate one in three adults experience anxiety or depression.

Methods: This retrospective correlational study reviewed 2,572 psychiatric admissions from a Southern California ED during the pandemic from March 1, 2020 through …

The Effect Of Organizational Culture On Faculty Performance Of Private Universities In Selected Countries In West Africa., Moses Azamiti, Lolina T. Mostaza, Vicky C. Mergal, Lorcelie B. Tacla, Rowena A. Ramos

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

Faculty performance has been examined to ascertain the effectiveness of work. This study addresses the effects of organizational culture on performance. Descriptive correlational design and purposive sampling were utilized.

Integration Of Faith-Based Modules In Undergraduate Nursing Curricula: Implications On Graduate Work Ethic And Health Care Delivery, Sello Editor Moyo, Tshiamo Gaebuse, Rose Mutlalepula Sianga

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

Nursing education programs provide commendable training in keeping pace with the rapid advances in disease management. The tradition of incorporating faith within nursing curricula has existed for centuries. However, consensus on faith-based/spirituality has received far less attention in nursing curricula, and nursing students often do not have a strong foundation in this area. This study aimed to explore the implications of faith-based/ spirituality on the work ethic and health care delivery disposition of nursing students/graduates in the Southern District, Botswana.

Association Of Intergenerational Interactions On Emotional Wellbeing, Ronda Christman, Bev Mayfield, Rachel Loukota, Marcelle Angall-Leonce

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

Since Covid-19, there has been a tendency to isolate and keep to oneself. In an effort to decrease loneliness, evidence has found that wisdom can be a protective factor against loneliness. Older adults who were either married or cohabiting and were well-educated reported feeling fairly to very happy. Some additional factors associated with happiness were older age and a postgraduate degree. There are benefits of intergenerational interactions with people with wisdom. This study explored participants' socialization, loneliness, and intergenerational interactions.

More Than A Test Score: Toward A More Balanced School Accountability System, Joel A. Leader, Barbara L. Pazey

School Leadership Review

Using a zone of mediation framework, we explore how one school district designed a community-based accountability system (CBAS) reflecting community stakeholders’ values, priorities, and goals. We collected rich data sets from a document analysis, focus group, and individual interviews. Our findings indicated a strong dissatisfaction with test-based accountability that led the district to engage its stakeholders in designing a CBAS using multiple achievement measures to report on district success. The importance of collaboration with other districts and leaders at the local, regional, and state levels also emerged. This study highlights the importance of stakeholder involvement, leadership, and collaboration when making …

Examining The Factors Influencing Students Retention And Migration In Higher Education Institutions In Liberia., Faith Sivili, Glory Baysah

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

As a major component of quality assurance challenges disrupting many universities across the globe, higher education institutions (HEIs) are currently faced with increasing issues of student retention, non-completion, and drop-out as well as interuniversity migration. Implicit in the process of quality assurance is the improvement of higher education facilities, teaching and learning quality, diversity, infrastructural development, and diversity in the learning environment. This paper will investigate the factors that influence the retention of students and their intentions to stay and study in selected universities in Liberia instead of seeking transfer to other universities outside the country.

Rising From The Covid-19 Dungeon: Analysis Of Adventist Private Schools' Liquidity Position, Francis Osei-Kuffour

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

COVID-19 pandemic 'trampled' upon the operations of global institutions and increased the threat of financial unsustainability of these institutions, especially private schools. Adventist Private Schools (APSs) were not exempted. This phenomenon prompted this study to analyse Adventist Private Schools' liquidity position as they rise from the devastating effect of COVID-19.

Student-Centered Learning Approach: Identifying The Gap In The Classroom, Ireen Chimoga

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

While teachers have their own minds, they should also be aware that students have their own minds. ��is implies that a teacher should review the teaching content to ascertain if it identifies the various student needs and recognizes that the call to teaching is that of being student-centered.

Exploring The Impact Of Artificial Intelligence On Academic Writing: Current Applications And Future Directions, Samson Otieno Ooko

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

With the continued growth in Technology and the growing adoption of online learning in universities across the globe, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in academic writing has the potential to revolutionize the way research is conducted and written. This research will explore the current state of AI-assisted writing tools and their potential impact on the academic writing process.

Character Development And The ‘In-Between’, Laxmi Pathak, Wayne Melville

Critical Humanities

A plethora of discussions have been made on character development since Aristotle’s musings on Eudaimonia. These musings have led to multiple perspectives on character development; however, they rarely touch on the area of the ‘in-between,’ a space of tensionality (Aoki 1996) for character development within multi-cultural settings. This article explores the concept of character development, discusses the importance of the language of virtues, critiques the notion of the ‘in-between,’ in connection with home- and host- cultures, and concludes with the implications of the ‘in-between’ within the context of character development in multi-cultural settings. The intent is to explore the ‘in-between’ …

Three Sides To Success: Exploring How Inclusive Partnerships Can Nurture Robust Family And Community Engagement In The Classroom For African-American Students, Orianna Vaughn

Education | Master's Theses

The purpose of this study was to explore the ways in which conscious family and community partnerships with middle schools can play an integral part of academic achievement for Black children. Family and community engagement play a critical role in a student’s success as support, and knowledge of their scholar’s strengths and interests can be an asset not only in the classroom, but to the scholar’s overall academic success, which can “lead to higher educational aspirations and increased student motivations'' (Bartz, et al. 2017). However, presiding narratives of disengagement and disinterest from Black parents in their scholar’s academic life have …

Preservice Teachers’ Preparedness To Teach Writing: Looking Closely At A Semester Of Structured Literacy Tutoring, Hannah Carter, Jadelyn Abbott, Katherine Landau Wright

Literacy, Language and Culture Faculty Publications and Presentations

Preparing preservice teachers (PSTs) as teachers of writing has gained attention in recent years, but little is known about their preparedness when engaging with student writers over extended periods. We examine PSTs’ preparedness to teach writing within a structured literacy tutoring experience to better understand the skills and knowledge of PSTs related to teaching writing. Results indicate PSTs contextualized writing instruction, considered clients’ affect around writing, and used data to inform writing lessons. PSTs were also grappling with specific pedagogical considerations related to writing instruction, offering implications for teacher educators and researchers.

May 26, 2023 Ereporter, University Of Alabama At Birmingham

eReporter (campus newsletter)

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Uab Basketball And Andy Kennedy Set To Host 2023 Summer Camps, Micah Hardge

Browse All News

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Volume Cxlii, Number 24, May 26, 2023, Lawrence University

The Lawrentian

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Uab-Led Study Shows Female Lvad Recipients Have Worse Clinical Outcomes Compared To Male Recipients, Anna Jones

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Meeting Physical Needs Of Vulnerable Communities To Intersect With Spiritual Needs, Joy Kauffman, Audrey Ahwan, Ronda Christman

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

This presentation will describe the FARM STEW Certified Home study and participants current health practices. The majority of the participants reported that they had a tippy tap (sink with soap or ash). Many had a garden growing fresh vegetables and were participating in the savings account/ VSLA.

Understanding The Impact Of Academic Advising On Student Development In A Higher Education Institution In Liberia, Lendeh Seboe

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

Academic advisors are required to utilize relevant frameworks for professional development and competence in the process. This paper aimed to understand the impact of faculty advising on student development in a higher education institution in Liberia. The findings indicate an overall positive impact of academic advising on student development with perseverance, decision-making, self-study, enhanced self-esteem, and growth and stability as key phenomena in understanding the overall impact of academic advising on student development.

The Impact Of Family Dynamics On Academic Motivation, Dickson Morumbwa, Nadia Nosworthy Phd, David Sedlacek Phd, Jimmy Kijai Phd

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

Kenya, like the rest of the world, is facing a major problem of poor academic performance. A new curriculum called Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) is being implemented with the hope of solving a major problem of poor academic performance. This study utilizes a quantitative, correlational, and survey research design. It will contribute significantly towards the understanding of family dynamics in Kenya and its impact on the motivation, self-control, and academic performance of students.

Assessment Of Student Leadership Training Program Based On Student Leaders Perceptions: Case Of A Private Secondary School In Zimbabwe., Constance Chifamba, Florence Zimunya

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

The purpose of this was to evaluate the effectiveness of Student Leadership training program carried out for the newly elected student leaders of a private secondary school in Zimbabwe. A qualitative descriptive case study was used in this study. Ten 10 student leaders were purposively selected from a total of 24 student leaders. In-depth interviews were used to solicit the student leaders’ perceptions on the effectiveness of the student leadership training offered to the newly elected student leaders. Data collected was analysed using thematic Analysis. Findings of the study indicate that the student leadership program was deemed effective as it …

What Is Inquiry-Based Mathematical Learning?, Suzanne Marie Killian

2023 Symposium

To make schools accountable for the education and learning they provided for their students, updating the Elementary and Secondary Education Act with the No Child Left Behind Act created a ripple effect of damage to student learning. This kind of pressure on schools and students puts more focus on students getting good grades than focusing on effort. Lack of effort created bad habits and poor study skills, especially in mathematics. Recent studies state that math proficiency in the U.S. is 38% and 50% in Washington state (Public School Review, 2023). This type of learning outcome cries for help on how …

2023 May 25 - Academic Council Agenda And Minutes, Academic Council, East Tennessee State University

Academic Council Agenda and Minutes

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Four Elements To Swim Safety This Summer, Brianna Hoge

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In Response To Civil Unrest: An Analysis Of Compositional Techniques As Used By Contemporary Composers For Flute, Stephanie Marie Strait

Masters Theses

The purpose of this applied research study was to identify a selection of works for flute that were composed in response to circumstances of civil unrest to discover how the composers utilized the flute as a medium for expression, and to study the compositional techniques used to communicate with the performer. These techniques were explored and demonstrated in a lecture recital. Gaining insight and understanding of the compositional process as it relates to the composers’ experiences aids the performer in offering a convincing and informed rendering of these pieces. It also contributes to the body of literature regarding composition methodology, …