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DeWitt, Amy L. "Returning a Puppy for Dog Guide Training: Factors That Affect Grief in Puppy Raisers and the Decision to Foster Again." Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness 114, no. 4 (July 2020): 289–300. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0145482x20941324.
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Introduction: Guiding Eyes for the Blind (GEB) breeds, raises, and trains dogs to serve as guides for people with visual impairments (i.e., those who are blind or have low vision). Their puppy raising program enlists volunteers to foster puppies for a year or more, providing socialization, basic skills training, and comfort, so they will grow into confident dogs. The volunteers must ultimately return these dogs to Yorktown Heights, New York, to begin training. For raisers, the emotional toll of this parting can be great. Methods: Utilizing the 2017 GEB Puppy Raiser Survey data, this study analyzed factors that might affect emotional grief and the decision to continue to raise puppies. Cross-tabulation and ordinal regression analyses examined the associations of puppy raiser demographics (i.e., gender, age, marital status, and employment), organizational integration (i.e., number of dogs raised for GEB, perceptions on how well GEB supports raisers in returning a dog, belief that they are part of the GEB community, and formation of friendships), and goal attainment (perceptions on how well GEB communicated progress in training, whether they raised a dog accepted for guide training, and whether they attended a graduation ceremony) with self-reported emotional difficulty, recovery time, and likelihood of raising another puppy. Results: Although the demographics of the raiser had minimal effect on emotional difficulty, recovery time, and likelihood of raising again, factors that measured organization integration and goal attainment were associated with grief and continued participation. Discussion: Raiser demographics are not strong predictors of grief and continued raising; however, a welcoming organization that communicates effectively will inspire volunteers’ commitment. Implications: With a growing need for assistance dogs and puppy raisers, identifying and addressing the challenges that these volunteers face is critical if skilled and dedicated raisers are to be recruited and retained.
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Berry, David C., and Christine Noller. "Change Management and Athletic Training: A Primer for Athletic Training Educators." Athletic Training Education Journal 15, no. 4 (October 1, 2020): 269–77. http://dx.doi.org/10.4085/1947-380x-19-89.
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Context Change management is a discipline guiding how organizations prepare, equip, and support people to adopt a change to drive organizational success and outcomes successfully. Objective To introduce the concept of change management and create a primer document for athletic training educators to use in the classroom. Background While Lean and Six Sigma methodologies are essential for achieving a high-reliability organization, human resistance to change is inevitable. Change management provides a structured approach via different theoretical methods, specific principles, and tools to guide organizations through growth and development and serves an essential role during process improvement initiatives. Synthesis There are several theories or models of change management, 3 of which are specifically relevant in health care. Kotter and Rathgeber believe change has both an emotional and situational component and use an 8-step approach: increase urgency, guide teams, have the right vision, communicate for buy-in, enable action, create short-term wins, and make-it-stick [Kotter J., Rathgeber H. Our Iceberg is Melting: Changing and Succeeding Under Any Circumstances. New York, NY: St. Martin's Press, 2006]. Bridges' Transitional Model focuses on the premise that change does not influence project success; instead, a transition does [Bridges W. Managing Transitions: Making the Most of Change. Reading, MA: Addison-Wesley Publishing, 1991]. Lewin's model suggests that restraining forces influence organizations and that driving forces cause change to happen [Lewin K. Problems of research in social psychology. In: Cartwright D, ed. Field Theory in Social Science: Selected Theoretical Papers. New York, NY: Harpers; 1951]. Recommendation(s) Whether athletic trainers approach change management in a leadership role or as a stakeholder, newly transitioning professionals and those seeking leadership roles should value and appreciate change management theories and tools. Moreover, while no best practice statement exists relative to the incorporation of change management into a curriculum, addressing the subject early may allow immersive-experience students an opportunity to use change management during a process improvement initiative, facilitating a greater appreciation of the content. Conclusion(s) Athletic training curriculums should consider including change management course content, whether separately or in combination with other process-improvement content, thereby familiarizing athletic trainers with a common language for organizational and professional change.
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Esunes, E., and T. Eames. "A Comparison of the Guide Dog Movements of England and the United States." Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness 83, no. 4 (April 1989): 215–18. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0145482x8908300410.
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In comparing the guide dog movements in the United States and England, there are several similarities. Among these are the charitable and non-governmental nature of the enterprise, techniques of training, residential requirements, and minimal costs to obtain a guide dog. A major difference is that in England there is one school with seven centers, while in the United States there are ten competing schools. In England, twice as high a proportion of blind people use guide dogs. Structural and cultural reasons are explored to explain these differences. Among the structural differences are the organization and enterprise, involvement of graduates in educational and fund-raising activities, and greater commitment to the team after graduation. Two innovations in the United States are the move toward geographically regionalized schools that begin to resemble the British centers, and the move to domiciliary or at-home, non-residential programs. This latter development has also taken hold in the British system.
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Ерофеева, Жанна, Zhanna Erofeeva, Ольга Романова, Olga Romanova, Татьяна Киселева, and Tatyana Kiseleva. "Additional educational program “Young Tour Guide School”." Services in Russia and abroad 9, no. 5 (March 16, 2015): 100–117. http://dx.doi.org/10.12737/17466.
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Civil and patriotic education is a priority of education at the present stage of society development. Traditional forms of work (lectures, lesson, class hours) does not allow to generate inner attitude in students, so the new methods and techniques, providing an active position of schoolchildren and experience of socially approved independent work, are in necessity. Excursions in the school museum conducted by trainees can be regarded as a form of such work. But the organization of excursions or preparation of the exhibition requires forming of appropriate competences in schoolchildren. Teachers working in this area have experienced a number of scientific and methodological, methodical and organizational difficulties. The temporary creative team has analyzed existing practices in this field, has taken into account the shortcomings, and has used the best practices of educational institutions. The methodology and technology training of tour guides for museums in educational organizations are summarized in the program "Young Tour Guide School".
The article presents additional educational program for school museums tour guides, developed by experts of Center for children and youth tourism and excursions in Yaroslavl region, staff of Agency for Tourism in Yaroslavl region, and scientists from leading universities of Yaroslavl. The program includes curriculum, methodical and didactic support. The authors have developed assessment criteria of the effectiveness of this educational program, which allows monitoring the educational activity. The article describes two possible models of implementation of the program and outlines the prospects for its development and improvement.
Additional educational program "Young Tour Guide School", submitted in the article, has been tested and has proven its effectiveness for the formation of experience of independent public action of students.
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Matthews, Brian, Catherine Jones, Bartłomiej Puzoń, Jim Moon, Douglas Tudhope, Koraljka Golub, and Marianne Lykke Nielsen. "An evaluation of enhancing social tagging with a knowledge organization system." Aslib Proceedings 62, no. 4/5 (July 8, 2010): 447–65. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/00012531011074690.
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PurposeTraditional subject indexing and classification are considered infeasible in many digital collections. This paper seeks to investigate ways of enhancing social tagging via knowledge organization systems, with a view to improving the quality of tags for increased information discovery and retrieval performance.Design/methodology/approachEnhanced tagging interfaces were developed for exemplar online repositories, and trials were undertaken with author and reader groups to evaluate the effectiveness of tagging augmented with control vocabulary for subject indexing of papers in online repositories.FindingsThe results showed that using a knowledge organisation system to augment tagging does appear to increase the effectiveness of non‐specialist users (that is, without information science training) in subject indexing.Research limitations/implicationsWhile limited by the size and scope of the trials undertaken, these results do point to the usefulness of a mixed approach in supporting the subject indexing of online resources.Originality/valueThe value of this work is as a guide to future developments in the practical support for resource indexing in online repositories.
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Recher, Harry F. "Wildlife Search and Rescue: A Guide for First Responders." Pacific Conservation Biology 18, no. 3 (2012): 219. http://dx.doi.org/10.1071/pc130219.
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WILDLIFE rescue has become part of Australian urban society. Injured and sick animals are common in all cities and their surrounding suburbs. The majority of these are common human commensals that have been dogs, cats, and cars, or have struck overhead wires or windows. Near coasts, it is common to find birds entangled in fishing line (with or without hooks) or fouled by other rubbish that is the jetsam of human society. Rescuing these animals, whether or not there is any conservation value or not, makes people feel good. Since the 1980s, organizations, such as Wildlife Information Rescue and Education Service (WIRES) in New South Wales, have proliferated and process tens of thousands of distressed animals annually. WIRES, for example, processed 56 500 animals in 2009/10. Many of these were threatened fauna, with the WIRES’ web site stating they handle 130 species on average each month. Birds are the most common group processed. There are 2000 WIRES volunteers, all of whom have been required to undertake training in the handling of wild animals. Although oiled birds, whales entangled in shark nets or stranded on beaches are often in the headlines, rescuing them requires professional skills and logistical support outside the scope of “wildlife rescuers” and are
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DeYoung, Sarah E., Ashley K. Farmer, Zoe Callaro, and Shelby Naar. "Disaster Preparedness among Service Dog Puppy- Raisers (Human Subject Sample)." Animals 10, no. 2 (February 4, 2020): 246. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ani10020246.
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Little is known about the ways in which puppy raisers engage in disaster preparedness for their puppies (or “guide dogs in training”). The aim of this research is to understand disaster preparedness among service dog puppy raisers. A web-based survey was distributed to people raising puppies in a service dog training program (n = 53 complete survey responses). Questions in the survey included items about disaster preparedness and plans for canine safety in hazards events. Out of those who said they had an evacuation plan for their puppy in training, 59% stated they would put the dog in their vehicles for evacuating to safety in the event of a hurricane or other disaster. The odds of first-time puppy raisers who considered evacuation for Hurricane Irma in 2017 was 15.3 times the odds of repeat raisers. Over half the raisers reported that they did not have a disaster kit. Additionally, 82% of respondents indicated that having a service puppy in training makes them feel safer. These results can be used as a foundation for service dog organizations in disaster preparedness among their puppy raiser volunteers and in designing recruitment messages for new volunteers.
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Storey, Elin, and Linda Pilkey-Jarvis. "TRAINING, TESTING, DEMONSTRATING COMPETENCY AND AUDITING A DRILL OR SPILL RESPONSE: DRILLTRAC." International Oil Spill Conference Proceedings 2005, no. 1 (May 1, 2005): 123–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.7901/2169-3358-2005-1-123.
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ABSTRACT The State of Washington developed DRILLTRAC, a training and competency program for managing oil spills and drills. DRILLTRAC represents an organizational commitment to stand-up a well qualified team at spills of all levels in order to fulfill a fundamental trust responsibility to protect public health, safety and the environment. The agency intends to hold itself to the same high standards that are expected from the regulated community. In addition, through the development of a well qualified team, the agency will be able to assist those unregulated spillers with providing an initial spill management team. DRILLTRAC consists of training and testing, required performance demonstrations at drills and spills, seeded staff to coach performance, response auditing and finally training and outreach to the community. The Program centers around a manual that is based on the 2000 Field Operations Guide (FOG), but is greatly enhanced with coaching tips, information flow diagrams and guidance on what actions need to be taken between the meetings. The manual is available on-line. During the first month it became available, the manual was downloaded over a thousand times. Some of the key training points under DRILLTRAC are:How do you ensure adequate staffing?How do you resolve conflict within unified command?How are critical decisions made by unified command documented?How does a trustee organization ensure that the interests of the state are consistently and adequately protected through the incident command system?How do you develop and measure an aggressive response?How do you ensure that the process being followed leads to the development of an aggressive, objective driven Incident Action Plan?How do you ensure consistent drill evaluation and drill design? This paper will discuss the development of the program, the goals and some of the points of organizational resistance in the implementation. DRILLTRAC builds confidence, accountability and mutual trust in spill management. It is mission driven for the state of Washington.
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Barberà-Mariné, M. Glòria, Lorella Cannavacciuolo, Adelaide Ippolito, Cristina Ponsiglione, and Giuseppe Zollo. "The weight of organizational factors on heuristics." Management Decision 57, no. 11 (November 12, 2019): 2890–910. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/md-06-2017-0574.
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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the influence of organizational factors on individual decision-making under conditions of uncertainty and time pressure. A method to assess the impact of individual and organizational factors on individual decisions is proposed and experimented in the context of triage decision-making process. Design/methodology/approach The adopted methodology is based on the bias-variance decomposition formula. The method, usually applied to assess the predictive accuracy of heuristics, has been adjusted to discriminate between the impact of organizational and individual factors affecting heuristic processes. To test the methodology, 25 clinical scenarios have been designed and submitted, through simulations, to the triage nurses of two Spanish hospitals. Findings Nurses’ decisions are affected by organizational factors in certain task conditions, such as situations characterized by complete and coherent information. When relevant information is lacking and available information is not coherent, decision-makers base their assessments on their personal experience and gut feeling. Research limitations/implications Discriminating between the influence of organizational factors and individual ones is the starting point for a more in-depth understanding of how organization can guide the decision process. Using simulations of clinical scenarios in field research does not allow for capturing the influence of some contextual factors, such as the nurses’ stress levels, on individual decisions. This issue will be addressed in further research. Practical implications Bias and variance are useful measurements for detecting process improvement actions. A bias prevalence requires a re-design of organizational settings, whereas training would be preferred when variance prevails. Originality/value The main contribution of this work concerns the novel interpretation of bias and variance concepts to assess organizational factors’ influence on heuristic decision-making processes, taking into account the level of complexity of decision-related tasks.
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Taroni, Mathieu, Eric Viguier, Paul Pillard, Véronique Livet, Thibaut Cachon, Claude Carozzo, and Jean-Pierre Genevois. "Comparison of Early Measurements of the Distraction Index, Norberg Angle on Distracted View and the Official Radiographic Evaluation of the Hips of 215 Dogs from Two Guide Dog Training Schools." Veterinary and Comparative Orthopaedics and Traumatology 31, no. 06 (October 9, 2018): 445–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-0038-1668087.
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Objectives The main purpose of this article is to evaluate the correlation between the distraction index (DI) and Norberg angle values in distracted hips (distraction Norberg angle, DNA) at 4 months of age and the official hip score based on the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) grid at 12 months of age. Methods For dogs (n = 215) from two guide dog training organizations, the DI and DNA were measured by a single expert on distraction radiographs performed at 4 months of age. The FCI score was determined by the same expert at 12 months of age on a standard hip-extended view.Statistical analysis included receiver operating characteristic curve analysis and concordance correlation coefficient calculation. Results The mean DI was 0.48, the mean DNA was 86.5° and 59.5% of hips had an A FCI score. The concordance correlation coefficient of DI and DNA was 0.78. The DI threshold for D- and E-scored hips that was associated with the least misclassification was 0.58 (sensitivity [Se] = 0.6, specificity [Sp] = 0.82). The DNA threshold that was associated with the least misclassification was 85° (Se = 0.83, Sp = 0.68). Clinical Significance DNA has a fair correlation with DI at 4 months and reflects hip passive laxity. D and E FCI scores at 12 months cannot be reliably predicted from the 4 months value of DI or DNA but 96% of hips with DI < 0.58 at 4 months had an A, B or C FCI score at 12 months of age. Similarly, 98% of hips with DNA > 85° at 4 months had an A, B or C FCI score at 12 months of age.
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Горлова, Н. И. "Organization of Volunteer Camps at Historical and Сultural Heritage Sites in the Context of the COVID-19 Pandemic: International Experience." Nasledie Vekov, no. 1(25) (April 22, 2021): 68–75. http://dx.doi.org/10.36343/sb.2021.25.1.004.
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Цель исследования – выявление принципов и правил организации международных волонтерских кампусов в области сохранения историко-культурного наследия в условиях пандемии COVID-19 на примере деятельности некоммерческих организаций HistoriCorps (США) и Ассоциации REMPART (Франция), специализирующихся в этой сфере. Использованы документы данных организаций, программные материалы по волонтерской работе. Изучены нормы, касающиеся вопросов проживания участников международных проектов, их численности, питания, проезда, организации культурно-досуговой программы и длительности проведения лагеря в период пандемии. Установлено, что во время карантина появились принципиально новые стандарты реализации международных проектов волонтерскими организациями. Сформулированы общие требования к организации волонтерских кампусов: от обеспечения волонтеров средствами индивидуальной защиты до их размещения принимающей стороной, создание системы мониторинга самочувствия волонтеров и сотрудников проекта. The aim of the study was to identify the principles and rules for organizing international volunteer camps in the field of preserving historical and cultural heritage in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic using the example of the activities of non-profit organizations HistoriCorps (USA) and the REMPART Association (France), specializing in this field. The study used reports, guidelines and instructions for working with participants on volunteer camps of these organizations during quarantine and in the subsequent post-pandemic period. The author applies a structural-functional approach using the methods of interpretation of legal norms and a comparative method. The practice of conducting volunteer camps was studied on the example of the activities of the American organization HistoriCorps. The data on the number of volunteers, the number of man-hours, employment conditions, peculiarities of the organization of activities, requirements for the personality, competencies and duties of the head of the volunteer brigade were revealed. The changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related to the rules and principles of preparing HistoriCorps volunteer camps, new requirements for organizing a volunteer camp and creating conditions for safe volunteer activities were investigated in detail. The HistoriCorps protocols regulating the procedure for actions in case of suspected signs of coronavirus infection in project participants were analyzed. The changes in the methodology of conducting volunteer camps, developed by the French volunteer association REMPART and related to the response of this organization to the spread of COVID-19, were studied. Specific actions, helping to ensure the sanitary safety of the participants, were identified in relation to the organization of volunteer labor. It was determined that the condition for participation in the volunteer camp should be the provision of a medical document (the PCR test result), indicating that the candidate does not have COVID-19, the passage of special training on health and safety by employees, and the provision of personal protective equipment to volunteers in accordance with the requirements of local authorities. The study resulted in a generalization of the experience accumulated by international volunteer organizations on taking additional measures related to the safe conduct of camps during the COVID-19 pandemic and the development of a number of universal recommendations that can become a practical guide for organizers and participants of volunteer camps, regardless of the location of the projects.
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Koda, Naoko, and Sadakazu Shimoju. "Human-Dog Interactions in a Guide-Dog Training Program." Psychological Reports 84, no. 3_suppl (June 1999): 1115–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.2466/pr0.1999.84.3c.1115.
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We analyzed dyadic interactions between 12 neutered dogs (6 females and 6 males) and 44 humans (20 women, 14 men, and 10 girls) who were unfamiliar with each other. We also examined the effect of sex differences in dogs and humans as well as age differences in humans on human-dog interactions in a guide-dog turning program. Female dogs more actively regulated their distance from humans than male dogs. Dogs made contact with women more frequently than with men, and men nude contact with dogs more frequently than women. Girls initiated interactions with dogs more frequently than women; girls formed reciprocal interactions with dogs less frequently than women.
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Roberson, Jeffrey L., Julie Pham, Jolie Shen, Kelly Stewart, Emmanuel Adu, Kajal Mehta, Morales Pedraza, Nikki L. Allorto, Tam N. Pham, and Barclay T. Stewart. "542 Lessons Learned from Implementation and Management of Skin Allograft Banking Programs in Low- and Middle-income Countries: A Systematic Review." Journal of Burn Care & Research 41, Supplement_1 (March 2020): S109—S110. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/jbcr/iraa024.170.
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Abstract Introduction Wound excision and temporary coverage with a biologic dressing can improve survival for patients with large burns. Allograft skin possesses many of the ideal properties of biologic dressings and can play a major role in the management of large burns when autologous tissue is not available or the patient’s condition does not allow safe autografting. Healthcare systems in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) rarely have access to allografts, which may contribute to limited survival in large burns. Therefore, we aimed to describe the lessons learned from the implementation and maintenance of tissue banks in LMICs to guide system planning. Methods PubMed, MEDLINE, CINAHL, and World Health Organization (WHO) Catalog were systematically searched with database-specific headings and language to represent a priori terms (e.g., skin, allograft, tissue bank) and all LMICs as defined by The World Bank. Data regarding tissue banking programs (e.g., date of creation, location, lead agency, functions, products), governance, capital investments, safety, maintenance and operations, costs per donation, ethics and sociocultural issues were extracted and described in a narrative synthesis. Results The search returned 3,346 records. After eliminating duplicates and non-relevant records, 33 reports were analyzed. The synthesis represented tissue banks from 17 countries. Commonly reported barriers to ideal or planned implementation included high capital costs and operational costs per graft, opt-in donation schemes, and sociocultural stigma around donation and grafting. Reports repeatedly recommended: i) developing a legal framework for oversight, accreditation and ethical practice; ii) engaging diverse stakeholders (e.g., government and non-governmental agencies, community and religious stakeholders, health officials) to improve donation and transplantation rates, iii) creating regional training hubs, and iv) facilitating international cooperation across tissue banking programs to improve transplantation efficiency. Conclusions Many lessons were learned from the development and management of tissue banks around the world. The availability of skin allografts can be improved through strategic investments in international governance and regulatory structures, regional cooperation and training initiatives, standardized protocols, and inclusive public awareness campaigns. Capacity-building efforts that involve key stakeholders may increase rates of transplantations. Applicability of Research to Practice Ubiquitous challenges in implementing and maintaining tissue banks represent important lessons in program planning to improve allograft availability for patients in countries of all national income levels.
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Willoughby, Carol B. "DOGS WITH A PURPOSE SAINT FRANCIS SERVICE DOGS: ASSISTING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES." Medical Science Pulse 14, SUPPLEMENT 1 (June 30, 2013): 1–5. http://dx.doi.org/10.5604/01.3001.0014.6946.
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Formed in 1996, Saint Francis Service Dogs is a non-profit organization working to improve the lives of children and adults with disabilities through partnership with a service dog. The organization is also committed to promoting the use and acceptance of service dogs through public and professional education, providing advocacy for service dog partners, and supporting the growth of the service dog industry on a national level. The organization’s training center is located in Roanoke, Virginia USA, and is the largest service dog organization in the state. The Saint Francis Training Center includes a state-of-the-art kennel facility to house young dogs that are going through the training program. A recently-established program places service dogs with United States military veterans who have combat-related injuries. Co-founder Carol Willoughby credits her first service dog, Booker, with changing her life. He ultimately inspired her to form Saint Francis Service Dogs so that others in need could benefit from professionally trained service dogs. Today, Carol’s life is brightened by her Saint Francis Service Dog, Midas. While providing valuable assistance, Midas also helps Carol promote awareness and appreciation for service dogs and the amazing difference they make in so many lives.
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Pemberton, Neil. "Cocreating guide dog partnerships: dog training and interdependence in 1930s America." Medical Humanities 45, no. 1 (February 28, 2019): 92–101. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/medhum-2018-011626.
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This article scrutinises issues around disability and dependent (interdependent) agency, extending these to non-human animals and service dogs, with a sustained reference to the training of guide dogs. It does this through a detailed engagement with the training methodology and philosophy of The Seeing Eye guide dog school in the 1930s, exploring the physical, bodily and instrumental means through which the guide dog partnership, and the identity of the instructor, the guide dog and the guide dog owner, jointly came into being. The novelty of the article lies in how it reconsiders what interdependence meant and means from the perspectives drawing from historical and sociological literature on dog training. In doing so it opens up new ways of thinking about service animals that recognise their historical contingency and the complex processes at work in the creation and development of interdependent agency.
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Perkins, Hannah, Michelle Higgins, Marinara Marcato, Paul Galvin, and Sofia Rodrigues Teixeira. "Immunosensor for Assessing the Welfare of Trainee Guide Dogs." Biosensors 11, no. 9 (September 9, 2021): 327. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/bios11090327.
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Cortisol is a well established biomarker hormone that regulates many processes in the body and is widely referred to as the stress hormone. Cortisol can be used as a stress marker to allow for detection of stress levels in dogs during the training process. This test will indicate if they will handle the stress under the training or if they might be more suitable as an assistant or companion dog. An immunosensor for detection of cortisol was developed using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The sensor was characterized using chemical and topographical techniques. The sensor was calibrated and its sensitivity determined using a cortisol concentration range of 0.0005 to 50 μg/mL. The theoretical limit of detection was found to be 3.57 fg/mL. When the immunosensor was tested on canine saliva samples, cortisol was detected and measured within the relevant physiological ranges in dogs.
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Pires, Célia Maria Carolino. "Panorama da Educação Matemática em alguns países da América Latina Overview of Mathematics Education in some Latin American countries." Educação Matemática Pesquisa : Revista do Programa de Estudos Pós-Graduados em Educação Matemática 19, no. 3 (December 30, 2017): 1. http://dx.doi.org/10.23925/1983-3156.2017v19i3p1-12.
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Nesta conferência objetivamos apresentar um panorama da Educação Matemática em alguns países latino-americanos (Argentina, Bolívia, Brasil, Chile, México, Paraguai, Peru e Uruguai), apoiado no Projeto “Pesquisas comparativas sobre organização e desenvolvimento curricular na área de Educação Matemática, em países da América Latina” desenvolvido de 2009 a 2017. Nos baseamos em concepções e procedimentos da metodologia de estudos comparativos, de Ferrer Juliá (2002) e Pilz (2012). Partimos de questões de pesquisa como: Que Matemática está sendo proposta no ensino de crianças e jovens de países latino-americanos neste início de milênio? Que pressupostos norteiam os documentos curriculares em países latino-americanos? Como se dá o processo de implementação curricular nesses países? Que currículos estão de fato sendo realizados em sala de aula? Como resultados destacamos que, no tocante à educação até a faixa dos 14 anos, as propostas dos diferentes países são muito similares, tanto nas finalidades conferidas ao ensino de Matemática, com foco na formação do cidadão, como em relação aos conteúdos e à incorporação de metodologias como a resolução de problemas e os recursos tecnológicos. Para a faixa dos 15 a 17 anos, há diferenças na organização dos cursos, mas pode-se notar uma abordagem bastante tradicional da matemática nos documentos curriculares.In this conference, we have presented an overview of Mathematics Education in some Latin American countries (Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Paraguay, Peru and Uruguay), supported by the Project "Comparative research on curricular organization and development in Mathematics Education, in Latin American countries" developed from 2009 to 2017. We have based on conceptions and procedures of the methodology of comparative studies, by Ferrer Juliá (2002) and Pilz (2012). We start with research questions such as: What Mathematics is being proposed in teaching children and young people from Latin American countries at the beginning of the millennium? What assumptions guide curriculum documents in Latin American countries? How does the curricular implementation process take place in these countries? What curricula are actually being delivered in the classroom? As a result, we highlighted that, in the case of education up to 14th years old, the proposals of the different countries are very similar, both in the purposes of Mathematics teaching, focusing on citizen training, as well the content and the incorporation of methodologies such as problem solving and technological resources. For the group of 15th to 17th years old, there are differences in course organization, but one can see a rather traditional approach to mathematics in curriculum documents.
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Lloyd, Janice, and Elizabeth (Lib) Roe. "Using TTouch to Reduce Stress and Enhance Learning when Training Guide Dogs." International Journal of Orientation & Mobility 6, no. 1 (2013): 8–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.21307/ijom-2013-002.
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Hunt, Rebecca L., Gary C. W. England, Lucy Asher, Helen Whiteside, and Naomi D. Harvey. "Concurrent and Predictive Criterion Validity of a Puppy Behaviour Questionnaire for Predicting Training Outcome in Juvenile Guide Dogs." Animals 10, no. 12 (December 11, 2020): 2382. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ani10122382.
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Working dog organisations regularly assess the behaviour of puppies to monitor progression. Here, we tested the predictive validity (for predicting success in guide dog training) of a shortened version of a previously developed juvenile dog behaviour questionnaire (the refined puppy walker questionnaire, r-PWQ) and compared it with the Canine Behavioral Assessment and Research Questionnaire (C-BARQ). The r-PWQ is used by Guide Dogs UK, whereas the C-BARQ was designed for pet dogs and is used by some other guide dog schools internationally. A cohort of dogs aged eight months (n = 359) were scored concurrently on the r-PWQ and C-BARQ. Analogous traits between the questionnaires were evaluated for internal consistency and association with training outcome and compared for concurrent validity. The r-PWQ was associated with training outcome for five scales (r-Excitability, Trainability, Animal Chase, r-Attachment and attention seeking and Distractibility) and the C-BARQ for two scales (Excitability and Separation-related behaviour). There were significant correlations between analogous C-BARQ and r-PWQ trait scores (p < 0.001) except for Separation-related behaviour and questionnaire scales had similar internal consistencies. The r-PWQ may be more suitable to use with guide dog schools. However, due to the correlation between analogous scales (except for “Distractibility”) some scales could be substituted for one another when reviewing the behaviour of dogs between guide dog schools using different questionnaires.
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Harvey, Naomi D., Peter J. Craigon, Simon A. Blythe, Gary C. W. England, and Lucy Asher. "An evidence-based decision assistance model for predicting training outcome in juvenile guide dogs." PLOS ONE 12, no. 6 (June 14, 2017): e0174261. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0174261.
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Афанасьев, Олег, Oleg Afanasev, Александра Троценко, and Aleksandra Trotsenko. "Video-excursion expert evaluation methodology in guide training." Universities for Tourism and Service Association Bulletin 8, no. 3 (September 2, 2014): 86–94. http://dx.doi.org/10.12737/5555.
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The article focuses on the specifics of video-excursions as a variety of the case-study method. The authors identify the major methodological problems of currently implemented tour-guide HE instructional courses, and reveal the key detriments to the students’ knowledge and skill development in the sphere of organization and realization of excursions. The authors describe the video-excursion case study method as a way of distance familiarization and content/quality/structure/technology evaluation of real-life museum excursions. The method presupposes problem-solving: the students are required to analyse the video recordings of excursions held at museums of different types, specializations and ranges of activity. The authors have developed an expert evaluation form which the students fill in while analyzing the video recording. The form consists of nine sections for an evaluation of the methodology and mastery of the tour guide, the content of the excursion, the specifics of interaction with a given group of tourists, the exhibition, functional and emotional impact. The article provides teacher recommendations and outlines the competences (content, activity, communicative, personal) that the video-excursion method serves to develop. The authors also emphasize that the method promotes the students’ expert skills (criteria setting, practical evaluation), which is conducive of learner autonomy.
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Glenk, Lisa Maria, Lucie Přibylová, Birgit Ursula Stetina, Sami Demirel, and Karl Weissenbacher. "Perceptions on Health Benefits of Guide Dog Ownership in an Austrian Population of Blind People with and without a Guide Dog." Animals 9, no. 7 (July 7, 2019): 428. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ani9070428.
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Blindness has previously been associated with impaired quality of life (QOL). Guide dogs may not only support blind people in their independency, but also facilitate social relationships and overall health. This study sought to investigate whether blind people from Austria with a guide dog, when compared with blind people without a guide dog, differ in their QOL, annual medical costs, and attitudes towards the human–guide dog relationship. Participants (n = 36) filled out an online accessible questionnaire that consisted of the World Health Organization (WHO)QOL-BREF and additional self-designed questions. Guide dog ownership was not associated with a better QOL. However, yearly medical cost expenditures were descriptively lower in guide dog owners, who were also more likely to believe that guide dogs can increase their independency and exert positive effects on health. Moreover, guide dog owners more likely considered a guide dog as a family member than non-guide dog owners. Although within the framework of this study, owning a guide dog was not significantly associated with increased QOL, some differences between the groups regarding health beliefs, attitude towards the dog, and relationship with the dog were identified. Accounting for the emerging prevalence of visual impairment, further research into this topic is warranted.
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Torrisi-Steele, Geraldine, and Guido Carim Jr. "An Adult-Learner Approach to the Learning Design of Safety Management System Training in Aviation." International Journal of Adult Vocational Education and Technology 10, no. 3 (July 2019): 39–53. http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/ijavet.2019070103.
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The goal of training is to improve employee performance, and ultimately support organizational success. However, training does not always effectively transfer to workplaces to positively affect work practices, particularly because of disconnect between behaviourist approaches and contemporary work arrangements. The transfer of training to the workplace remains problematic. The present article is motivated by the need to challenge the status quo of training design and draw greater attention to learning design, beyond the confines of behaviourism. The aim of the article is to provoke critical discussion around learning theories and training design. We propose Knowles' adult learning principles and Mezirow's transformative learning theory, useful guide for the learning design of training. The learning design of a university-based safety management systems training course in aviation is discussed from the vantage point of the proposed guiding philosophy. Six specific strategies are presented supported by the evaluation of the course effectiveness conducted after the first iteration.
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Lieberman, Lauren J., Pamela S. Haibach-Beach, Jenna Sherwood, and Alyssa Trad. "“We now fly”: Perspectives of adults who are blind with guide dogs trained for running." British Journal of Visual Impairment 37, no. 3 (April 16, 2019): 213–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0264619619842989.
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Individuals with visual impairments lead less active lifestyles than their sighted counterparts. Reduced physical activity in this population can be attributed to a lack of opportunities combined with fewer intervention opportunities, less experience in sport and recreational activities, and decreased perceived motor competence. Furthermore, individuals with visual impairments report lower values in all domains of quality of life when compared with their sighted counterparts. Therefore, it is imperative that opportunities are developed to increase self-determination leading to higher levels of physical activity for individuals with visual impairments. Running is a popular physical activity for active individuals; however, there are many barriers to running for individuals with visual impairments. To increase these opportunities, a school for guide dogs has recently started training guide dogs to run. The purpose of this study was to determine the perspectives of adults with visual impairments on their experiences running with trained running guide dogs. Ten adults who are blind were interviewed on phone by two researchers. Qualitative research questions were validated by two adults who are blind, three specialists in adapted physical education, and one guide dog trainer. Interviews were transcribed, and themes were extracted by three of the authors. The four major themes that emerged from this research study were (1) running guide dogs’ contribution to mental and physical health, (2) independence as a result of running with a guide dog, (3) The dog is key to increased/improved running, and (4) barriers and supporters to running. Our results indicate that there are numerous positive effects that a running guide dog has on the health, independence, and quality of life of individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The results indicated that making running guide dogs available could provide increased self-determination for adults who choose to take advantage of this program leading to a healthier lifestyle.
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Plekhanova, Tatiana Mikhaylovna. "Training handbook as means of organization of interdisciplinary connections in the process of bachelors training." Samara Journal of Science 5, no. 3 (September 1, 2016): 170–74. http://dx.doi.org/10.17816/snv20163307.
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This paper discusses the theoretical aspects and relevance of the interdisciplinary approach in the pedagogical process. An interdisciplinary teaching aid for public relations, developed at Psychology and Pedagogy Department of SSTU, is considered to be a form of interdisciplinary connections formation in the process of bachelors training whose major is 42.03.01 Advertising and public relations. This study guide is a part of the educational complex for the courses Theory and Practice of Public Relations, Theory and Practice of the media, Fundamentals of communication theory and is supposed to be used as part of their practical training. Interdisciplinary potential of this training manual is that the content and didactic units of different disciplines complement each other, forming a single integral perception of the subject. In terms of developing competencies students acquire a wide range of knowledge and skills as well as perceive a continuity and consistency between the results of the planned development of the disciplines. Implementation benefits Bachelors 3rd year learning process and lets the students majoring in Advertising and public relations improve the level of training due to the accumulation of knowledge and skills from different disciplines to solve professional problems.
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Aragão, Claudia Gomes, and Charbel Jose Chiappetta Jabbour. "Green training for sustainable procurement? Insights from the Brazilian public sector." Industrial and Commercial Training 49, no. 1 (January 3, 2017): 48–54. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ict-07-2016-0043.
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Purpose Human resources practices, particularly regarding environmental training, play a key role in the dissemination of sustainable supply chain practices, especially sustainable procurement. Both environmental training and sustainable procurement can prompt environmental maturity (EM) among organizations. However, little is known about the relationship between environmental training and the adoption of sustainable procurement in public sector organizations of emerging economies, such as Brazil. In this context, the purpose of this paper is to investigate the relationship between environmental training and the adoption of sustainable procurement in three Brazilian public/state universities. Design/methodology/approach This research is qualitative and includes an exploratory study based on in-depth interviews with experts from the procurement section of Brazilian public universities. A methodological framework is proposed to analyze the results. The main questions that guided this study were: is there a relationship between the environmental-training initiatives and the adoption of sustainable procurement? Does this relationship, whether positive or negative, improve the maturity of environmental sustainability? And what is the future outlook for this issue in the context of public universities in Brazil? Findings According to the results’ analysis, the impact of sustainable procurement practices among the public organizations analyzed was almost void. The environmental training produced limited accomplishments, although respondents viewed it as a source of potential improvement, which indicates a co-evolution of sustainable procurement, environmental training and EM. In the cases analyzed, an alignment was identified among the levels of sustainable procurement and environmental training adoption. Research limitations/implications It was identified that the lacks of training and support from senior management, environmental culture, great bureaucracy and economic factors were considered barriers and difficulties to implementing environmental procurement practices. These barriers deserve further study. Originality/value There is a lack of research on the relationship between environmental training and the adoption of sustainable procurement in emerging economies and in public sector organizations.
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Xu, Xiao Wen, and Jin Yi He. "Design of Intelligent Guide Vehicle for Blind People." Applied Mechanics and Materials 268-270 (December 2012): 1490–93. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/amm.268-270.1490.
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Traditionally, guide dogs are used as a travel aid for blind people. But they cannot be popularized because the training cost for guide dogs is quite high. This paper presents an intelligent guide vehicle prototype for blind people. The system is developed by using ARM as a controller and processor, via integration of ultrasonic detection and photoelectric detection technology, aiming at automatically navigation for blind people. This system mainly consists of four modules, which are ultrasonic detection module, photoelectric detection module, voice prompt module and automatic control module. The signal reflected by roadblock on the road can be detected by ultrasonic detection module which can work out distance between roadblock and guide vehicle. The aim of photoelectric detection module is to realize the function of road recognition and tracking. Voice prompt module can provide information of distance of roadblock. Strategies of obstacle avoidance were taken to the blind when the guide vehicle is going to avoid roadblock. If the roadblock is less than 50cm away, the automatic control module will automatically set the guide vehicle to avoid obstacles. Preliminary experimental results show that users can control and navigate with the intelligent guide vehicle.
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Chiofalo, Biagina, Esterina Fazio, Salvatore Cucinotta, and Cristina Cravana. "Thyroid and Lipid Status in Guide Dogs During Training: Effects of Dietary Protein and Fat Content." Animals 9, no. 9 (August 23, 2019): 597. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ani9090597.
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Nutrition plays a leading role that most influences thyroid response and energetic metabolism. Aim was to compare the effect of diet on thyroid and lipid status in guide dogs during a 12-weeks training period. Eight Labrador Retrievers were divided into two groups homogeneous for sex, age, body weight, and Body Condition Score (BCS) and fed two commercial diets one, HPF, characterized by low-carbohydrate/high-protein/high-fat (29%:39%:19% as-fed) and the other, LPF, by high-carbohydrate/low-protein/low-fat (50%:24%:12% as-fed) content. The serum thriiodothyronine (T3), thyroxine (T4), cholesterol (CHOL), triglycerides (TAGs) and non-esterified fatty acids (NEFA) were determined at Day 0, 28, 56, and 84, before the daily training. Statistical model included the effects of Diet (HPF vs. LPF) and Time (Day 0 to Day 84), and their interaction. In the HPF group, Diet significantly (p < 0.01) increased T4, CHOL, and TAGs and decreased NEFA. In both groups, Time significantly (p < 0.05) increased T4 and TAGs, CHOL at Day 28, and NEFA at Day 56. The interaction did not influence serum hormones and lipid pattern. The adjustments in thyroid and lipid responses to moderate exercise in HPF group were driven mainly by the nutrient composition of the diet in relation to the involvement of metabolic homeostasis.
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Lloyd, Janice, Claire Budge, and Kevin Stafford. "Handlers’ Expectations and Perceived Compatibility regarding the Partnership with Their First Guide Dogs." Animals 11, no. 10 (September 22, 2021): 2765. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ani11102765.
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The main function of a guide dog is as a mobility aid, but they can also fulfill psychosocial roles as companions, social facilitators, and objects/providers of affection. This study examined the outcome of 50 peoples’ (handlers) partnerships with their first guide dog. Overall compatibility and the fulfilment of the handlers’ expectations regarding mobility and social factors related to guide dog usage were measured, and relationships between putative risk factors and the outcome of matching success were identified. The findings demonstrate that the dogs are generally exceeding expectations. The high average ratings of compatibility were notable, particularly with respect to the emotional compatibility between handler and dog. Comparing responses of those who felt the handler-dog pairing was a good match with those who felt it was a mismatch revealed it was the working aspects of the relationship that differentiated the two groups. However, the many aspects of life with a guide dog, beyond the complexities of the working relationship, suggest that a more nuanced compatibility measure accommodating both positive and negative aspects of the relationship could assist with matching, training and follow up of the handler-dog team to maximize success.
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Scandurra, Anna, Emanuela Prato-Previde, Paola Valsecchi, Massimo Aria, and Biagio D’Aniello. "Guide dogs as a model for investigating the effect of life experience and training on gazing behaviour." Animal Cognition 18, no. 4 (March 24, 2015): 937–44. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10071-015-0864-2.
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LAY, YUN-LONG, PEI-WEN CHEN, and HUI-JEN YANG. "THE MACHINE VISION BLIND GUIDE SYSTEM." Biomedical Engineering: Applications, Basis and Communications 14, no. 02 (April 25, 2002): 81–85. http://dx.doi.org/10.4015/s1016237202000127.
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The available guide tools of the orientation and mobility for a blind are the cane, guide dog and electronic guide devices. A cane is easy to detect the hindrance that is in front of the user but not for the hindrance above the user waist. That's why a cane user of a blind sometimes will be hit by the upper hindrance. Guide dog is a very powerful mobility guider but expensive and the training and living care for the dogs are difficult. Hence, guide dog is not popular in many countries. The electronic devices for blind guide tools such as laser cane; sonic glasses, sonic guide etc. can only detect a single point at a time and not for a whole view. In our system, a machine vision blind guide system is proposed. A CCD grabbed the image of front view and divided the image into nine blocks. Each block is calculated to get the distance message, which is multipoint data to guide the blind by the converted voice signal.
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Cocci, Procopio. "Development of Web-based Technology for Environmental Engineering Education System." Pollution Engineering 50, no. 4 (October 26, 2020): 04–05. http://dx.doi.org/10.17762/pe.v50i4.51.
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The objective of the ecological building instruction ought not just train understudies' natural information, the more significant thing is that it prepares understudies' natural ethics and structures the conduct which is good for the earth, and these must be shaped by training, in actuality. In the customary showing model of training, one instructor can just guide one practice simultaneously. With the improvement of organization innovation, instructor can control the distinctive practice exercises firing up in various areas or in various occasions by network. In light of the incorporation of viable need and intuitive qualities of condition instruction, the creator set forward an online domain training mode named "practice-intelligent partake in". The Core of this mode is to prepare understudies' natural ethics by training and to understand educators' guidance through organization.
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Gerasimova, E., and S. Zenkina. "The Role of Online Services in the Implementation of the Educational Network Project on Biology «Gallery of Hormones»." Profession-Oriented School 8, no. 5 (November 23, 2020): 34–43. http://dx.doi.org/10.12737/1998-0744-2020-34-43.
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The article shows the experience of using online services in the organization of a training network project in biology on a specific example. Online services act as an accessible tool for creating e-learning materials, which are embedded in an interactive project guide for the purpose of organizing project research activities of students.
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Bray, Emily E., Mary D. Sammel, Dorothy L. Cheney, James A. Serpell, and Robert M. Seyfarth. "Effects of maternal investment, temperament, and cognition on guide dog success." Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences 114, no. 34 (August 7, 2017): 9128–33. http://dx.doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1704303114.
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A continuing debate in studies of social development in both humans and other animals is the extent to which early life experiences affect adult behavior. Also unclear are the relative contributions of cognitive skills (“intelligence”) and temperament for successful outcomes. Guide dogs are particularly suited to research on these questions. To succeed as a guide dog, individuals must accomplish complex navigation and decision making without succumbing to distractions and unforeseen obstacles. Faced with these rigorous demands, only ∼70% of dogs that enter training ultimately achieve success. What predicts success as a guide dog? To address these questions, we followed 98 puppies from birth to adulthood. We found that high levels of overall maternal behavior were linked with a higher likelihood of program failure. Furthermore, mothers whose nursing style required greater effort by puppies were more likely to produce successful offspring, whereas mothers whose nursing style required less effort were more likely to produce offspring that failed. In young adults, an inability to solve a multistep task quickly, compounded with high levels of perseveration during the task, was associated with failure. Young adults that were released from the program also appeared more anxious, as indicated by a short latency to vocalize when faced with a novel object task. Our results suggest that both maternal nursing behavior and individual traits of cognition and temperament are associated with guide dog success.
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Chiofalo, Biagina, Esterina Fazio, Pietro Lombardi, Salvatore Cucinotta, Vincenzo Mastellone, Ambra R. Di Rosa, and Cristina Cravana. "Effects of dietary protein and fat concentrations on hormonal and oxidative blood stress biomarkers in guide dogs during training." Journal of Veterinary Behavior 37 (May 2020): 86–92. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jveb.2019.12.003.
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Huang, H. P., and Y. H. Lien. "Effects of a structured exercise programme in sedentary dogs with chronic diarrhoea." Veterinary Record 180, no. 9 (December 9, 2016): 224. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/vr.103902.
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The aim of this investigation was to evaluate the effects of a structured exercise programme in sedentary dogs with chronic diarrhoea. Twenty-two dogs were enrolled in the study. All dogs received oral prednisolone (1 mg/kg/day for 14 days, followed by a tapering dosage) for 10 weeks. After four weeks of prednisolone treatment, dogs were assigned to either the exercise or control group (n=11 each). Owners of dogs in the exercise group were instructed to guide their dogs in structured exercise training (low-intensity to moderate-intensity aerobic and resistance exercise three to five days per week). After 10 weeks of prednisolone treatment with concomitant 6 weeks of complementary exercise, the Canine Inflammatory Bowel Disease Activity Index (CIBDAI) score had decreased significantly in the exercise group (from 8.8±1.5 at the start of the exercise programme to 2.4±1.5; P<0.001); no such change was observed in the control group (from 9.2±0.9 to 9.2±1.1). CIBDAI scores differed significantly between the groups at the end of the 10-week study period (P<0.001). The exercise programme affected all six CIBDAI parameters significantly; bodyweight (P<0.001, adjusted r2=0.722) was most affected. A structured exercise programme may have positive effects on clinical symptoms in sedentary dogs with chronic diarrhoea.
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Perry, Eleanor A. "Voices from the Field Creating a School for David: A Principal's Narrative." Journal of School Leadership 10, no. 3 (May 2000): 264–82. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/105268460001000304.
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This article recounts my year-long journey as a principal to pull a school community together. Specifically, I describe my school's use of two Organization Development problem solving strategies to alter the norms of the culture and guide the community through planned change for purposes of improved student achievement. I describe how the strategies of S-T-P (Situation-Target-Plan) and FFA (Force Field Analysis) were applied within a model that integrated staff development, Organization Development, and action research. I conclude by reflecting how my practitioner experiences and my own administrative training directly influenced the way I now prepare aspiring administrators.
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Yilmaz, Ayşe Kucuk, and Ebru Yazgan. "Corporate performance management: process of organizational-tailored flow chart." Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology 90, no. 9 (November 14, 2018): 1394–402. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/aeat-09-2017-0201.
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Purpose Main issue in management and strategy is corporate performance. Managers seek effective and strategic way to improve their performance. Authorization, which includes reputational and strategic indicators, is one of these ways. The applying authorization and using this authorization are decision-making process for managers. These processes have potential to make considerable effect on corporate performance. As a considerable result of this research that need of resource dependency type certified aircraft technicians in Anadolu University are decreased owing to this research and, also the purpose of this study is that technicians have got opportunity to creating own human resource in view of both sustainability, and competition in training field. Design/methodology/approach In this study, both specified and organizational-tailored flowchart as the problem solving techniques in decision-making process of maintenance training organization have been developed, compiled after taking the opinions of experts, for the effective implementation of type rating training, following approval, that cover the types of fleet at Anadolu University. This flowchart may guide to the relevant aircraft maintenance training organizations in their type trainings implementation process. Findings Human factor is both vital and necessary element to achieve high corporate performance. By following the flow chart, the implementation process is shortened by eliminating the difficulties in complying with the depth and complexity of the required regulation. Originality/value The development of the necessary skills and competencies of the workforce is one of the critical points for the creation, preservation and improvement of corporate value. This research has been carried out with the aim of effective utilization of institutional resources, development of personnel and hence corporate value creation. Anadolu University, which is aware of the importance of core competence, is trying to make it one of its strengths institutionally. The Anadolu University Faculty of Aeronautics and Astronautics, as an organization that has completed the necessary steps to become authorized to give type rating training, may guide other aviation organizations using the organization-specified tailored flow chart developed with the help of expert opinion.
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Sharp, Karen, Michele Williams, Adrienne Bogacz, Sighle Denier, Ann McAlearney, and Alison Aldrich. "Conversion of Provider EMR Training from Instructor-Led Training to eLearning at an Academic Medical Center." Applied Clinical Informatics 08, no. 03 (2017): 754–62. http://dx.doi.org/10.4338/aci-2017-03-cr-0040.
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SummaryThis case study overviews the conversion of provider training of the electronic medical record (EMR) from an instructor-led training (ILT) program to eLearning at an Academic Medical Center (AMC). This conversion provided us with both a useful training tool and the opportunity to maximize efficiency within both our training and optimization team and organization. eLearning Development Principles were created and served as a guide to assist us with designing an eLearning curriculum using a five step process. The result was a new training approach that allowed learners to complete training at their own pace, and even test out of sections based on demonstrated competency. The information we have leads us to believe that a substantial return on our investment can be obtained from the conversion with positive impacts that have served as the foundation for the future of end user EMR training at our AMC.Citation: Sharp K, Williams M, Aldrich A, Bogacz A, Denier S, McAlearney AS. Conversion of Provider EMR Training from Instructor Led Training to eLearning at an Academic Medical Center. Appl Clin Inform 2017; 8: 754–762 https://doi.org/10.4338/ACI-2017-03-CR-0040
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Vasilenko, A. M., and T. G. Tikhonova. "Reflexotherapy of diseases of the musculoskeletal system in children and adolescents. Educational and methodological guide." Russian Journal of Physiotherapy, Balneology and Rehabilitation 17, no. 6 (November 2, 2018): 352–77. http://dx.doi.org/10.17816/1681-3456-2018-17-6-352-377.
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The training manual is based on many years of experience in the practical application of reflexotherapy in outpatient settings. The article presents a structural analysis of diseases of children and adolescents receiving treatment in the reflexology room of a childrens polyclinic, which revealed a high level of pathology of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue and a steady growth trend of this group of diseases. Pathogenetic justifications, indications and contraindications for the use of reflexotherapy in Pediatrics and in diseases of the musculoskeletal system in particular are given. Principal therapeutic approaches and treatment regimens for patients with obstetric hand paralysis, spastic torticollis, migraine, Perthes disease and traumatic limb injuries are considered. Recommendations on the organization of outpatient use of reflexotherapy in Pediatrics, the methods used and their instrumental support are formulated. The training manual is intended for doctors who specialize in reflexology, already practicing reflexologists, orthopedic traumatologists and physiotherapists.
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Wegscheider, P. "PARE0002 IMPACT OF SERVICE DOGS ON THE BURDEN OF ARTHRITIS." Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases 79, Suppl 1 (June 2020): 1287.1–1287. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/annrheumdis-2020-eular.380.
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Background:Assistance dogs support humans with different physical disabilities: 1. Service dogs for people with diverse mobility impairments 2. signaling dogs for humans diagnosed with diabetes, hearing impairments, seizure, or posttraumatic stress disorder 3. guide dogs for people with visual impairments. Definitions and terms are not consistent over Europe; Austrian terminology is used in the following. These specially trained dogs support people in their everyday lives and make it possible that less help is required from personal assistants or caregivers. Diverse studies show this positive impact of assistance dogs on the quality of life of disabled people. There are just a few case reports from United States about service dogs for people diagnosed with any inflammatory rheumatic disorder. Dogs are trained individually for about 1.5 years before team training and the concluding team assessment through Austrian authorities take place. Since 2015, there has been an adapted legislation for service dogs in Austria which brings significant improvements in many areas. In comparison to the model set by Austria, there is no corresponding legal basis at EU level or in other European countries.Objectives:Case-report about my own situation diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) in 2001 and my service dog May. May supports my every day live in private and business affairs since 2019Methods:May was trained for less than two years before team assessment. May is able to pick up things I dropped. These include coins, my key, my mobile phone, clothes, towels and lots of other things I want her to pick it up for me. May opens and closes doors, empties the washing machine, pulls the laundry basket and even helps me put on and take off clothes. In general, she carries many things which I instruct her to carry. I am able to learn her more new things in a short time. Furthermore May acts safe on public transport and even airplanes. Due to special training May is allowed to move without dog leash or muzzle. A muzzle or leash would handicap the dog’s work. As a result of May’s help I need less personal assistance.Results:May’s physical and psychological support gives me greater independence and increases my self-confidence. She was trained to specifically meet the needs of my disability. Beside her skills, May helps to reduce pain and burden of arthritis.Conclusion:My aim is to spotlight the great support of service dogs to severely affected arthritis patients. Austria had realized legislation for assistance dogs to guarantee certain permissions the owner’s needs (e.g. access to working place, hospital). I would love to raise awareness about assistance dogs to improve the knowledge about those animals to implement European legislation.References:[1]Arbeitskreis für Hygiene in Gesundheitseinrichtungen des Magistrats der Stadt Wien, MA 15, Richtlinie für den Umgang mit Assistenzhunden und Therapiehunden in Gesundheitseinrichtungen, 29.3.2017; access 1.10.2019[2]AK Krankenhaushygiene OÖ, Umgang mit Assistenzhunden in Gesundheitseinrichtungen, Version 1; access 1.2019[3]Bremhorst, A et al, Spotlight on Assistance Dogs- Legislation, Welfare and Research, Animals 2018, 8, 129; doi:10.3390/ani8080129[4]Deutsche Gesellschaft für Krankenhaushygiene (DGKH), Empfehlungen zum hygienegerechten Umgang mit Therapiehunden in Krankenhäusern und vergleichbaren Einrichtungen, Hyg Med 2017; 42-10[5]Glenk, LM et al, Perceptions on Helath Benefits of Guide Dog Ownership in an Austrian Population of Blind People with and without a Guide Dog, Animals 2019, 9, 428; doi:10.3390/ani9070428[6]Lundqvist, M et al, Certified service dogs- A cost- effectiveness analysis appraisal, Plos ones 12.9.2019, doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0219911[7]Sozialministeriumservice, Richtlinie Therapiehunde des Bundesministers für Arbeit, Soziales und Konsumentenschutz, 01.01.2015; access 1.10.2019Acknowledgments:I am very grateful to Kati Kohoutek, May’s trainer and the efforts of Austrian’s long lasting dog trainers and Karl Weissenbacher, the leader of Messerli Institute/ department of Veterinary University Vienna.Disclosure of Interests:None declared
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Kopchak, Oksana, Irina Pinchuk, Boris Ivnev, and Norbert Skokauskas. "Reforming Undergraduate Psychiatry Training in Ukraine." Journal of Medical Education and Curricular Development 7 (January 2020): 238212052092400. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/2382120520924000.
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In Ukraine, mental health problems are common yet the mental health services available are still old fashioned and based on healthcare approaches used in the Soviet Union, providing mainly inpatient services and rudimentary community services. The World Health Organization (WHO) introduced the Mental Health Gap Action Programme (mhGAP) to reduce the mental health treatment gap all over the world and 2 years later introduced the WHO mhGAP-Intervention Guide (mhGAP-IG), version 2.0 (2016) as not only an educational tool, but also an evidence based guideline to scale up services for mental, neurological and substance use (MNS) conditions with an objective to reduce gap between available health systems capacity and resources for mental health. The main aim of this paper is to describe reforms of undergraduate psychiatry training in Ukraine using Kyiv Medical University as a case example. Kyiv Medical University (KMU) is the first university in Ukraine to introduce the mhGAP-IG in Ukraine. The revised psychiatry curricula in KMU aims to strengthens the evidence based teaching practices, to put emphasis on community orientated mental health care, and to use interactive teaching methods that the university hopes will attract more future doctors to psychiatry and ideally contribute towards the reduction of the mental health treatment-gap in Ukraine.
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Root, Hayley J., Barnett S. Frank, Craig R. Denegar, Douglas J. Casa, David I. Gregorio, Stephanie M. Mazerolle, and Lindsay J. DiStefano. "Application of a Preventive Training Program Implementation Framework to Youth Soccer and Basketball Organizations." Journal of Athletic Training 54, no. 2 (February 1, 2019): 182–91. http://dx.doi.org/10.4085/1062-6050-375-17.
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Context Preventive training programs (PTPs) can reduce injury rates and improve neuromuscular control and sport performance. However, PTPs must be implemented correctly and consistently over time for athletes to benefit. Coaches represent the best long-term option for implementing PTPs. Youth athletes are at the optimal age for developing good habits before maturation. Although frameworks have been proposed to guide implementation efforts, little is known regarding the feasibility and real-world context of PTP implementation at the youth sport level. Objective To evaluate the application of the 7-Step framework for promoting implementation of a preseason PTP workshop. Design Descriptive epidemiology study. Setting Youth soccer and basketball organizations. Patients or Other Participants Organizations with at least 1 team of athletes aged 8 to 14 years were invited to participate in a free preseason coaches' education workshop on PTP implementation. Intervention(s) The 7-Step framework was used to guide PTP education and implementation for each organization. Personnel at organizations that agreed to participate attended a single preseason workshop for coaches. Research staff were available as a resource throughout the season but did not actively implement or monitor the PTPs. Main Outcome Measure(s) Retrospective evaluation of each organization's completion of steps 1 through 5 of the 7-Step framework. Results A total of 62 youth soccer (n = 40) and basketball (n = 22) organizations were invited to participate. Twelve organizations completed steps 1 through 4 and steps 5a through 5d. The highest drop-off rate occurred during step 1, “Establishing Administrative Support.” No organization completed all components of steps 1 through 5. Conclusions To better understand how to successfully promote PTP adoption, we must identify the implementation steps that may present the most challenges. Because the highest drop-off rate was seen during the initial step, establishing administrative support and strengthening initial engagement are necessary to improve PTP implementation.
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Chaniotakis, Ioannis, Diamantakos Evangelos, Mantziaras Georgios, Manousoudakis Andreas, and Nikolaos Kostomitsopoulos. "Improving Military Dogs’ Welfare: Is there a Place for Handlers’ Beliefs and Perceptions?" Society & Animals 26, no. 4 (October 5, 2018): 388–401. http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/15685306-12341535.
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Abstract The present study examined whether the perceptions/beliefs of the staff working with Military Dogs (MDs) may reveal possible factors affecting the welfare of MDs of the Hellenic Air Force Support Command (HAFSC). Visits were made to all Units (n = 5) that had MDs (n = 58) and military staff (n = 63) assigned to work with them. Each participant completed a questionnaire which included questions about demographic data and their perceptions and beliefs towards MDs. The research revealed evidence for possible factors that may affect the welfare of MDs. These factors were identified in the procedures of veterinary support, training, relaxation, and the general living conditions of MDs. According to the results, the recording of perceptions—beliefs of staff working with MDs—is a tool which can reveal possible factors affecting the dogs’ welfare. This study may stand as a guide for drafting welfare standards for MDs.
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Dleikan, Carla Talal, Zavi Lakissian, Selim Hani, and Rana Sharara-Chami. "Designing a simulation center: an experiential guide." Journal of Facilities Management 18, no. 5 (September 21, 2020): 487–504. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/jfm-02-2020-0011.
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Purpose Health-care simulation has evolved rapidly in the past few decades; it has become an integral component of education and training to improve the efficacy of both individuals and teams. Designing an optimal simulation-based learning space is a multitiered and multidisciplinary process involving architects, engineers and simulation educators. The purpose of this paper is to present the experience of designing a simulation center for a tertiary academic hospital. Design/methodology/approach The study is based on an in-depth analysis of the final structural blueprint of the center and qualitative thematic analysis of semi-structured interviews with persons involved in the design process Findings Thematic analysis led to three thematic categories, namely, organization of space, equipment and administrative and staff requirements. Research limitations/implications The paper describes the experience of designing one center within an academic tertiary setting. This experience may lack external validity and generalizability. Moreover, the operationality and functionality of the center have not been studied yet. Finally, the interviewees were interviewed post-design, which may pose as recall bias. Practical implications For future simulationists or educators attempting to undertake a simulation center design, this paper will help guide them to anticipate the needed human and technical resources and potential challenges. Originality/value The study offers recommendations meant to guide others attempting to design a simulation center within an academic institution.
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A. Prishchepa, A., L. A. Burovkina, and V. V. Koreshkov. "The Problem of Preparing Future Designers." International Journal of Engineering & Technology 7, no. 4.38 (December 3, 2018): 393. http://dx.doi.org/10.14419/ijet.v7i4.38.24589.
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The article is devoted to the study of professional training of future designers. The concepts of "competence", "professional competence" in the research of specialists are revealed. According to the authors, higher education is not a privilege, not the lot of the elected, but not a set of basic knowledge and skills. The diploma of higher education does not certify the identity or citizenship and not the rights and freedoms of the individual, but only the level of qualification in the specialty that requires fundamental scientific training. The system of higher education, unlike educational organizations, provides citizens with the special knowledge, skills and abilities required to replace well-defined places in the system of social division of labor. There are many professions in demand in the labor market and vital to society, the mastery of which requires training at the University and allows the individual to fully realize their abilities. The creation of a comfortable environment in higher education, helping young people to understand that in the pursuit of self-realization and achievement of success in life should be guided not by the prevailing stereotypes, and their own desires and inclinations, is a necessary condition for the successful professional development of the individual graduate.
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Milne, Derek L., and Heather Roberts. "AN EDUCATIONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS ASSESSMENT FOR STAFF TRAINING." Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy 30, no. 2 (April 2002): 153–64. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1352465802002035.
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Studies of in-service training demonstrate repeatedly the difficulty of transferring training to the routine work of the staff. One of the likely explanations for this difficulty is the recurring absence of an educational and organizational needs assessment to guide the training. Such assessments can play a critical role in defining management support, goal setting, the selection of the trainee group and in analysing the readiness of staff in an organization for a training intervention. The present study summarizes and extends prior research in the field of mental health by conducting a comprehensive educational and organizational needs analysis. Six assessment methods were administered to N = 72 staff and 20 clients in a psychiatric hospital, including questionnaires, interviews, direct observations and an audit. The study design was based on a series of naturalistic, cross sectional comparisons between four wards. Significant differences were obtained between the four participating wards, which served to define training needs and to validate the needs assessment procedure. Implications are drawn for needs assessment within a more systematic approach to staff training.
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Clay, Liam, Mandy B. A. Paterson, Pauleen Bennett, Gaille Perry, and Clive C. J. Phillips. "Do Behaviour Assessments in a Shelter Predict the Behaviour of Dogs Post-Adoption?" Animals 10, no. 7 (July 18, 2020): 1225. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ani10071225.
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In shelters it is usual to conduct standardised behaviour assessments on admitted dogs. The information gathered from the assessment is used to identify dogs that are suitable for adoption and assist in matching the dog with suitable adopters. These assessments are also used to guide behaviour modification programs for dogs that display some unwanted behaviours. For some dogs, the results may indicate that they are unsuitable either for re-training or for adoption. In these circumstances the dogs may be euthanised. We investigated the predictive value of a standardised behaviour assessment protocol currently used in an Australian shelter for dog behaviour post-adoption. A total of 123 dogs, aged 1–10 years and housed in an animal care shelter, were assessed before they were adopted. The new owners of the dogs took part in a post-adoption survey conducted 1 month after adoption, which explored the behaviour of their dog after adoption. Ordinal regression analyses identified that friendly/social, fear and anxiousness identified in the shelter assessment significantly predicted corresponding behaviours post-adoption. However, behaviour problems, such as aggression, food guarding and separation-related behaviours, were not reliably predicted by the standardised behaviour assessment. The results suggest that further research is required to improve the predictability of behaviour assessment protocols for more specific behaviour problems, including different categories of aggression and separation-related problems. We recommend that dog behaviour assessments in shelters are used only in conjunction with other monitoring tools to assess behaviour over the whole shelter stay, thus facilitating increased safety/welfare standards for dogs, shelters and the wider community.
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Bayne, Kathryn A. L. "Environmental Enrichment of Nonhuman Primates, Dogs and Rabbits Used in Toxicology Studies." Toxicologic Pathology 31, no. 1_suppl (January 2003): 132–37. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/01926230390175020.
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The increasing emphasis on the provision of environmental enrichment to laboratory animals, vis-à-vis the USDA Animal Welfare Regulations, the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals (NRC 1996), and a potential forthcoming policy from the USDA on the subject, can be difficult to accommodate in a toxicology research environment. A summary will be provided of current requirements and recommendations. Then, strategies for meeting regulatory requirements will be described for non-rodent animals used in toxicology research. These strategies will address methods of both social enrichment, such as pair or group housing, as well as non-social enrichment, such as cage furniture, food enrichments, and toys. In addition, the value of positive interactions with staff (e.g., through training paradigms or socialization programs) will also be discussed. Apparent in the discussion of these strategies will be an overarching recognition of the necessity to avoid introducing confounding variables into the research project and to avoid compromising animal health. The roles of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and the attending veterinarian in helping scientists balance animal well-being, the scientific enterprise and the regulatory environment will be described.
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Włodarczyk, Justyna. "Beyond Bizarre: Nature, Culture and the Spectacular Failure of B.F. Skinner’s Pigeon-Guided Missiles." Polish Journal for American Studies, no. 14 (Spring 2020) (December 1, 2020): 7–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.7311/pjas.14/1/2020.01.
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The article uses posthumanism and animal studies as a framework for making sense of B.F. Skinner’s wartime project of training pigeons to guide missiles, with emphasis on explaining the negative response of the donors and the public. The article first considers the hypothesis that the donors’ incredulity was evoked by the species of the animal. During World War II the United States began a massive program for the training of dogs for the military, and the campaign received unanimously positive publicity in the media. Possibly, thus, dogs were perceived as capable of bravery and sacrifice while pigeons were not. However, messenger pigeons had been traditionally incorporated into the war machine and were perceived as heroic. Thus, the analysis moves on to suggest that the perception of the project as ridiculous was related to the type of behavior performed by the animals: a behavior perceived as trained (artificially acquired) and not instinctive. The analysis then shifts into how the distinction between what is perceived as instinctive (natural) and learned (artificial) behavior influences the reception of different performances involving animals. Performances built around “natural” behaviors generate much stronger positive responses, even if the naturalness of these behaviors is a carefully crafted effect.