Desperately seeking data: methodological complications in researching 'hard to find' young people     

Natasha Macnab  John Visser  Harry Daniels 《Journal of Research in Special Educational Needs》2007,7(3):142-148

This paper explores challenges arising from research (Daniels & Macnab, 2004), which sought to identify young people aged 14–16 years who were emotionally vulnerable and not in receipt of educational provision within two local UK authorities. Two particular challenges are identified in this research. The first was the challenge of defining the term used to identify the young people. Second, the research faced an almost insurmountable challenge in finding and obtaining data on a sample for which the outcomes of the research may pose a threat to those holding the data. Discussion focuses upon possible ways in which research can address these issues.  相似文献   

The Development and Evaluation of Procedures to Assess Child Self-report Item Validity     

Woolley ME  Bowen GL  Bowen NK 《Educational and psychological measurement》2006,66(4):687-700

Cognitive pretesting (CP) is an interview methodology for pretesting the validity of items during the development of self-report instruments. The present research evaluates a systematic approach to the analysis of CP data. Materials and procedures were developed to rate self-report item performance with CP interview text data. Five raters were trained in the application of that system. Estimates of inter-rater reliability found acceptable to substantial levels of inter-rater agreement. Results from the present study suggest that excellent inter-rater reliability can be achieved in the evaluation of CP data. Guidelines for systematically rating the qualitative data collected using CP methods are provided. Future research should focus on empirical demonstrations of how such rating procedures can lead to improvements in self-report instruments.  相似文献   

Using Assignments to Redefine Employer Relationships          下载免费PDF全文

Natasha A. Jankowski  Jason A. Tyszko 《Assessment Update》2017,29(4):10-13

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The translucent cadaver: A follow‐up study to gauge the efficacy of implementing changes suggested by students     

Sanet Henriët Kotzé  Natasha Darné Driescher  Calvin Gerald Mole 《Anatomical sciences education》2013,6(6):433-439

In a study conducted in 2011, the use of full body digital X‐ray images (Lodox^® Statscan^®) and drawings were described for surface anatomy education during which suggestions were made by students on how to improve the method. Educational innovations should continuously be adjusted and improved to provide the best possible scenario for student learning. This study, therefore, reports on the efficacy of implementing some of these suggestions. Suggestions incorporated into the follow‐up study included: (1) The inclusion of eight strategically placed labeled digital X‐ray images to the dissection halls, (2) The placement of both labeled and unlabeled digital X‐ray images online, (3) The inclusion of informal oral questions on surface anatomy during dissection, (4) The requirement of students to submit individual drawings in addition to group drawings into their portfolios, and (5) Integrating information on how to recognize anatomical structures on X‐rays into gross anatomy lectures given prior to dissection. Students were requested to complete an anonymous questionnaire. The results of the drawings, tests and questionnaires were compared to the results from the 2011 cohort. During 2012, an increased usage of the digital X‐rays and an increase in practical test marks in three out of the four modules (statistically significant only in the cardiovascular module) were reported. More students from the 2012 cohort believed the images enhanced their experience of learning surface anatomy and that its use should be continued in future. The suggested changes, therefore, had a positive effect on surface anatomy education. Anat Sci Educ 6: 433–439. © 2013 American Association of Anatomists.  相似文献   

Promoting Library Visibility Through Creative Programing     

Shalu Gillum  Natasha Williams 《Medical reference services quarterly》2013,32(3):236-251

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Digital libraries and their librarians face a challenge to remain visible to users since almost all their resources can be accessed without having to visit the library space. Libraries with a primarily electronic collection can promote their visibility through creative programing that draws people into the library space or provides opportunities for users to engage with librarians. A new, primarily digital academic health sciences library shares its experiences with developing creative user events and programs to promote the library’s visibility.  相似文献   

‘Doing research was inspiring’: building a research community with teachers     

Dragana Martinovic  Natasha Wiebe  Snezana Ratkovic  Colleen Willard-Holt  Terry Spencer  Maria Cantalini-Williams 《Educational Action Research》2013,21(3):385-406

This paper reports on a mixed-methods study related to K–12 teachers’ understandings of what research is, and what enables or inhibits teacher use of research in the classroom towards informing their instructional practices. In a collaboration exemplifying school board and university partnerships, we examined the nature of associations between teachers and education research(ers). Our findings indicated that teachers felt both connected and disconnected to research practices in education. Participants suggested ways to establish and sustain better links and collaborations among the communities of teaching and research. This paper emphasizes the importance of universities, schools and teachers working together to conduct meaningful research and apply current knowledge in the field of education.  相似文献   

Effects of Perinatal HIV Infection and Early Institutional Rearing on Physical and Cognitive Development of Children in Ukraine     

Natasha A. Dobrova-Krol  Marinus H. van IJzendoorn  Marian J. Bakermans-Kranenburg  Femmie Juffer 《Child development》2010,81(1):237-251

To study the effects of perinatal HIV-1 infection and early institutional rearing on the physical and cognitive development of children, 64 Ukrainian uninfected and HIV-infected institutionalized and family-reared children were examined (mean age = 50.9 months). Both HIV infection and institutional care were related to delays in physical and cognitive development, with a larger effect of the rearing environment. Family care, even of compromised quality, was found to be more favorable for children's physical and cognitive development than institutional care. The impact of the quality of child care on physical and cognitive development is discussed in light of future interventions.  相似文献   

THE HUMAN PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGY MODEL APPLIED TO A UNIVERSITY LIBRARY'S WORK EFFICIENCY     

Natasha L. Wells  Andrew Stanley  Florence Martin 《Performance Improvement》2014,53(3):14-21

This case study describes how the human performance technology model was applied to enhancing a university library's work efficiency. The university librarian identified several concerns with the work efficiency of her administrative team and wanted to find a way to help the team members handle an increasing workload while still producing the same great results in quality of work. A number of factors had a negative impact on their efficiency: constant interruptions in the team's daily work routines by excessive foot traffic through their workspace, ineffective and frequently canceled staff meetings, and inefficient communications. A number of interventions were chosen to address these issues based on needs of the administrative team and the analyses performed during the course of the project.  相似文献   

Moving frontiers of empire: production,travel and transformation through technologies of display     

Natasha Macnab  Kevin Myers 《Paedagogica Historica: International Journal of the History of Education》2013,49(6):769-795

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Test Anxiety Interventions for Children and Adolescents: A Systematic Review of Treatment Studies from 2000–2010     

Nathaniel von der Embse  Justin Barterian  Natasha Segool 《Psychology in the schools》2013,50(1):57-71

High‐stakes tests have played an increasingly important role in how student achievement and school effectiveness are measured. Test anxiety has risen with the use of tests in educational decision making. Students with high test anxiety perform poorly on tests when compared to students with low test anxiety. School psychologists can play an important role as experts both in tests and measurement and mental health in providing consultation and treatment for students with test anxiety. This article describes the results of a systematic literature review of the last 10 years of test‐anxiety interventions. Results indicate that there are few studies that have examined test‐anxiety interventions with elementary and secondary school students. However, techniques including biofeedback, behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, priming competency, and mixed approaches have demonstrated promising results. Suggestions are made for school psychologists for the delivery of evidenced‐based test anxiety interventions.  相似文献