Developments in Research Design, Data Collection, and Analysis

Background: Hearing fluctuation imposes the biggest challenge in the fitting of hearing aids for patients with Ménière's syndrome. Purpose: This study shows that the problem maybe be overcome by allowing the patients to test their own hearing and to program their own hearing aids to adjust for hearing fluctuation. Research Design and Study Sample: A group of 40 participants diagnosed with Ménière's syndrome were fitted with Widex Senso Diva hearing aids and were provided with a portable Senso Programmer 3 (SP3) that allowed them to measure their own hearing thresholds at up to 14 different frequencies and to program their own devices. Intervention: The participants were instructed to test their hearing three times a day for 8 weeks and to program their hearing aids according to the measured thresholds. Data Collection and Analysis: All participants recorded some degree of hearing fluctuation during the 8-week trial. Results and Conclusions: Among participants, 70 percent continued to program their hearing aids on a regular basis and reported great satisfaction with amplification because they are now able to adjust their own devices when their hearing fluctuates.

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Science in Your Own Backyard: Using Locally Abundant Caterpillars & Plants to Teach about Herbivory

The American Biology Teacher ◽

10.1525/abt.2011.73.8.7 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 73 (8) ◽

pp. 463-466

Author(s):

Heather S. Mallory ◽

Martha R. Weiss

Keyword(s):

Data Collection ◽

Animal Behavior ◽

Diet Breadth ◽

Observation Data ◽

Science Standards ◽

Design Data ◽

Grade Levels ◽

Data Collection And Analysis ◽

Hands On ◽

National Science Standards

National science standards require an understanding of animal behavior, diversity, and adaptations of organisms, as well as the concept of science as inquiry. We have developed a hands-on classroom activity that addresses these standards through teaching about herbivory and diet breadth, using locally abundant caterpillars and plants. This activity provides students with opportunities for careful observation, data collection and analysis, and development of testable hypotheses for further experimentation. The lesson can be adapted to different grade levels, with students taking on varied levels of responsibility for formulation of hypotheses, experimental design, data collection, and data analysis.

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Correction to: M1 macrophage dependent-p53 regulates the intracellular survival of mycobacteria

APOPTOSIS ◽

10.1007/s10495-019-01581-5 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 25 (1-2) ◽

pp. 56-56

Author(s):

Yun-Ji Lim ◽

Junghwan Lee ◽

Ji-Ae Choi ◽

Soo-Na Cho ◽

Sang-Hun Son ◽

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Keyword(s):

Data Collection ◽

Study Design ◽

Medical Science ◽

Original Version ◽

Research Fund ◽

Design Data ◽

Data Collection And Analysis ◽

M1 Macrophage ◽

National University ◽

The Brain

The original version of this article unfortunately contains an error in the acknowledgement section. The text “Brain Korea 21 PLUS Project for Medical Science, Chungnam National University” was omitted by mistake. The correct and complete acknowledgment is given below: Acknowledgments This work was supported by the research fund of Chungnam National University and the Brain Korea 21 PLUS Project for Medical Science, Chungnam National University. The funders had no role in study design, data collection and analysis decision to publish, or preparation of the manuscript.

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Design, data collection, and analysis

The National Study of Health and Growth ◽

10.1093/acprof:oso/9780192629197.003.0002 ◽

1999 ◽

pp. 5-20

Author(s):

Roberto J. Rona ◽

Susan Chinn

Keyword(s):

Data Collection ◽

Design Data ◽

Data Collection And Analysis

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Research Design, Data Collection, and Preliminary Clues

Learning from Informal Settlements in Iran ◽

10.1007/978-3-319-78408-3_7 ◽

2018 ◽

pp. 81-114

Author(s):

Mahyar Arefi

Keyword(s):

Data Collection ◽

Research Design ◽

Design Data

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Laboratory exercise using "virtual rats" to teach endocrine physiology.

AJP Advances in Physiology Education ◽

10.1152/advances.1997.273.6.s24 ◽

1997 ◽

Vol 273 (6) ◽

pp. S24 ◽

Cited By ~ 5

Author(s):

C M Odenweller ◽

C T Hsu ◽

E Sipe ◽

J P Layshock ◽

S Varyani ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Data Collection ◽

Animal Rights ◽

Laboratory Data ◽

Animal Experimentation ◽

Design Data ◽

Laboratory Exercise ◽

Ethical Concerns ◽

Data Collection And Analysis ◽

Limited Experience ◽

Rights Issues

Animal experimentation is limited in many curricula due to the expense, lack of adequate animal facilities and equipment, and limited experience of the teachers. There are also ethical concerns dealing with the comfort and safety of the animals. To overcome these obstacles, we developed a "dry laboratory" using "virtual rats." The "virtual rat" eliminates the obstacles inherent in animal experimentation, such as inadequate budgets, as well as avoiding important animal rights issues. Furthermore, no special materials are required for the completion of this exercise. Our goal in developing this dry laboratory was to create an experience that would provide students with an appreciation for the value of laboratory data collection and analysis. Students are exposed to the challenge of animal experimentation, experimental design, data collection, and analysis and interpretation without the issues surrounding the use of live animals.

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