Best Practice for Community Engagement: Determining Who is Affected and What is at Stake

Background: In response to critics’ charges that the liberal arts lack practical value, most colleges have incorporated service-learning in their curricula. Ideally, these service-learning activities not only benefit the community but also enhance the course’s (a) pedagogical effectiveness as well as the students’ (b) civic engagement and (c) professional development. Purpose: This investigation uses a survey to measure the extent to which service-learning in community engagement courses at a liberal arts college achieved these three outcomes. Methodology/Approach: Specifically, we parsed the influence of service hours and reflection activities on 740 students’ ratings of pedagogical effectiveness, civic engagement, and professional development. Findings/Conclusions: The results suggest students in community engagement courses that included at least 15 service hours and three different types of reflections reported significantly greater outcome achievement than those with fewer hours or reflections. Moreover, class discussions and individual conversations were rated the most effective types of reflection activities. Implications: Based on these findings, we provide some best practice suggestions for service hours and reflection activities in liberal arts community engagement courses.

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Open social scholarship in action

Digital Scholarship in the Humanities ◽

10.1093/llc/fqaa033 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Randa El Khatib ◽

Alyssa Arbuckle ◽

Caroline Winter ◽

Ray Siemens

Keyword(s):

Community Engagement ◽

Best Practice ◽

The University ◽

Guiding Questions

Abstract Open social scholarship highlights outreach and partnerships by emphasizing community-driven initiatives in an attempt to bridge the gap between the practices of the university and the goals of the community. Over the last few years, the Electronic Textual Cultures Lab at the University of Victoria has introduced a number of initiatives to this end, including the Open Knowledge Program and Open Scholarship Awards. In describing these initiatives, the article engages the larger framework of community engagement and public-facing scholarship. The guiding questions for this article and our work more broadly are: how can we productively put open social scholarship into practice? What type of scholarship is considered public facing? What is the best practice around co-creating knowledge in the humanities with communities that are academic-aligned or non-academic?

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Community Engagement, Child Welfare, and Domestic Violence Service Agencies

International Journal of Child Youth and Family Studies ◽

10.18357/ijcyfs13/420102087 ◽

2010 ◽

Vol 1 (3/4) ◽

pp. 265-279

Author(s):

Colleen MacPherson

Keyword(s):

Domestic Violence ◽

Child Welfare ◽

Community Engagement ◽

Best Practice ◽

Youth Care ◽

Complex Needs ◽

Child And Youth Care ◽

Child Welfare Agencies ◽

Practice Approach ◽

Service Agencies

Although coordinated community responses to domestic violence are widely encouraged in the literature as a best practice approach, collaboration between multiple domestic violence response service agencies and government systems is often not achieved. Because of the fragmentation of domestic violence services, this literature review examines community engagement in general and the need for coordination between child welfare agencies and women serving anti-violence services in particular. The skills and strategies necessary for community engagement are explored along with the historical relationship between the two service streams. Also included is a review of the barriers to collaboration between child welfare and women serving agencies along with recommendations to overcome these hurdles. By way of summation, a discussion is provided on how information learned through this review process may be applied to practice for Child and Youth Care Practitioners and others who take up the difficult task of responding to the complex needs of families experiencing domestic violence.

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Effective Community Engagement during the Environmental Assessment of a Mining Project in the Canadian Arctic

Environmental Management ◽

10.1007/s00267-021-01426-5 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 67 (5) ◽

pp. 1000-1015

Author(s):

Jason Prno ◽

Matthew Pickard ◽

John Kaiyogana

Keyword(s):

Community Engagement ◽

Environmental Assessment ◽

Best Practice ◽

Canadian Arctic ◽

Record Keeping ◽

Mining Project ◽

Effective Community ◽

Local Feedback ◽

Back River ◽

Context Specific

AbstractThe Back River Project is an approved gold mine in Nunavut, Canada owned by Sabina Gold & Silver Corp. Sabina developed a comprehensive community engagement program during the environmental assessment phase of the Project to share information, receive and address local feedback and concerns, and develop productive relationships in support of Project advancement. This paper outlines Sabina’s engagement program, successes and challenges encountered from the perspective of a mineral developer, and insights obtained for effective community engagement in a Canadian Arctic context. The program has been commended by observers and is consistent with best practice models. Sabina’s experiences revealed the importance of engaging early and often using a context-specific approach; comprehensive record-keeping and reporting; the meaningful incorporation of community perspectives and Traditional Knowledge; and focusing on long-term relationships, partnerships, and local benefits. Effective community engagement subsequently played a key role in Sabina securing major licenses and permits for Project advancement.

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What do we know about best police practices for lost persons with dementia? A scoping review

Neurodegenerative Disease Management ◽

10.2217/nmt-2019-0023 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 9 (6) ◽

Author(s):

Noelannah A Neubauer ◽

Katrina Laquian ◽

Cathy Conway ◽

Lili Liu

Keyword(s):

Community Engagement ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Practice Guideline ◽

Best Practice ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Scientific Evidence ◽

Field Techniques ◽

Missing Persons ◽

Rigorous Research ◽

Police Practices

Aim: To examine the efficacy of strategies used by the police for missing persons with dementia. Methods: Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis guidelines, we searched peer-reviewed and gray literature of existing police practices used for missing persons with dementia. Data from the studies were analyzed descriptively. Results: The literature described 16 articles and 18 websites. Strategies ranged from identification tools, successful field techniques, locating technologies and community engagement/education. Overall scientific evidence was low, with only three studies evaluating the usability and effectiveness of the suggested strategies. Conclusion: More rigorous research is required to demonstrate the efficacy of best police practices for missing persons with dementia, which in turn could assist in the development of a best practice guideline.

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Abstract P444: Surveillance, Control, and Prevention Systems and Community Engagement Process of Hypertension in Singburi, Thailand

Hypertension ◽

10.1161/hyp.70.suppl_1.p444 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 70 (suppl_1) ◽

Author(s):

Vichai Tiienthavorn

Keyword(s):

Blood Pressure ◽

Health Care ◽

Primary Health Care ◽

Community Engagement ◽

Best Practice ◽

National Policy ◽

Target Population ◽

Term Operation ◽

Primary Health ◽

Control And Prevention

Background: Recently,the patients of non-communicable diseases are increasing in Thailand; especially hypertension. However,finding high blood pressure early, treating and keeping it in the normal range can reduce the risk of developing complications such as Stemi and Stroke. Thailand has 10 million hypertension patients in 2013. Hence, Thai Government has policy to reduce the NCDs such as hypertension. Methods: This study was to convert disease oriented to health promotion approach to primary health care, using “ VICHAI’s 7 Color Balls Model”, which was used for primary screening of hypertension. The target population aged 15-65 which covering more than 90% of Singburi population. The screening result was classified by types and levels of severity of hypertension (blood pressure).The 7 colors are referred to normal <120/80 mmHg, white, risk 120/80-139/89 mmHg, light green, risk medication <139/89 mmHg, dark green, mild 140/90-159/99 mmHg, yellow, moderate 160/100-179/109 mmHg, orange , severe >180/110 mmHg, red, and patients with complication (black). The normal and risk group measured BP every 3 months, while the patient group did every month. Results: The control and prevention systems were developed to follow up patients using investigation, health education to encourage strictly medication and their behavioral change with best practice of 3Es(Eating,Exercise,Emotion) and 3Rs (Reducing tobacco,alcohol, obesity). Screening Hypertension was coverage 97.41% (2014-2015),normal group (white) increased from 72.55% to 74.94%, Significantly severe patients (red) were decreased to moderate (orange) from 0.11% to 0.07% and the complicated patient with STEMI decreased of 17.14% Furthermore, treatment cost decreased 3.9 million baht. Conclusions: This project is expanding in all provinces of Thailand as it is now one of the priority government policy. And it is the first demonstration of knowledge transfer to community engagement by student, which is the sustainable education in primary health care. Main Message: Finally, outcome of this study not only reduce the patient and mortality rate but also increase the quality of life, could apply in different areas and propose to be the national policy, effectively for a long term operation.

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A Snapshot of Community Engagement in Research in the Context of an Evolving Public Health Paradigm: Review (Preprint)

10.2196/preprints.8939 ◽

2017 ◽

Author(s):

Catherine Maree Holliday

Keyword(s):

Public Health ◽

Community Engagement ◽

Best Practice ◽

Literature Search ◽

Lessons Learned ◽

Design And Implementation ◽

The United Kingdom ◽

Work In Process ◽

New Research ◽

Research Initiatives

BACKGROUND Community engagement is a work in process. Researchers continue to refine the process of collaboration and look to best practice and lessons learned for guidance in this relatively new model. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to provide a snapshot of whether community engagement has been included in the design and implementation of research initiatives in Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom. The secondary aim is to identify the underlying themes present, to identify theories and tools that drive research. METHODS A literature search was performed to identify studies that have been conducted to reduce the weight of the general population. RESULTS The results of the study, which focused on the field of weight loss, indicate that scientific and technological advancements are the primary drivers of research. However, these new research initiatives have largely been undertaken in the absence of community engagement. CONCLUSIONS The study concludes that initiatives need to adapt to a wider range of stakeholders, develop equitable community engagement platforms and take into consideration.

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Meeting the Best Practice for Hearing Aid Verification in Children: Challenges and Future Directions

American Journal of Audiology ◽

10.1044/2019_aja-18-0156 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 28 (4) ◽

pp. 877-894

Author(s):

Nur Azyani Amri ◽

Tian Kar Quar ◽

Foong Yen Chong

Keyword(s):

Clinical Practice ◽

Hearing Aids ◽

Best Practice ◽

Hearing Aid ◽

Evidence Based ◽

Future Directions ◽

Major Barrier ◽

Klang Valley ◽

Age Range ◽

Fitting Hearing Aids

Purpose This study examined the current pediatric amplification practice with an emphasis on hearing aid verification using probe microphone measurement (PMM), among audiologists in Klang Valley, Malaysia. Frequency of practice, access to PMM system, practiced protocols, barriers, and perception toward the benefits of PMM were identified through a survey. Method A questionnaire was distributed to and filled in by the audiologists who provided pediatric amplification service in Klang Valley, Malaysia. One hundred eight ( N = 108) audiologists, composed of 90.3% women and 9.7% men (age range: 23–48 years), participated in the survey. Results PMM was not a clinical routine practiced by a majority of the audiologists, despite its recognition as the best clinical practice that should be incorporated into protocols for fitting hearing aids in children. Variations in practice existed warranting further steps to improve the current practice for children with hearing impairment. The lack of access to PMM equipment was 1 major barrier for the audiologists to practice real-ear verification. Practitioners' characteristics such as time constraints, low confidence, and knowledge levels were also identified as barriers that impede the uptake of the evidence-based practice. Conclusions The implementation of PMM in clinical practice remains a challenge to the audiology profession. A knowledge-transfer approach that takes into consideration the barriers and involves effective collaboration or engagement between the knowledge providers and potential stakeholders is required to promote the clinical application of evidence-based best practice.

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A Guide to Coding and Billing for the Audiological Management of Patients Receiving Ototoxic Medical Treatments

Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups ◽

10.1044/2019_pers-sig8-2018-0028 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 4 (5) ◽

pp. 936-946

Author(s):

Dawn Konrad-Martin ◽

Neela Swanson ◽

Angela Garinis

Keyword(s):

Otoacoustic Emissions ◽

Best Practice ◽

Private Insurance ◽

Monitoring Program ◽

Current Method ◽

International Classification Of Diseases ◽

Ethical Practice ◽

Party Payer ◽

High Frequency Audiometry ◽

Icd 10

Purpose Improved medical care leading to increased survivorship among patients with cancer and infectious diseases has created a need for ototoxicity monitoring programs nationwide. The goal of this report is to promote effective and standardized coding and 3rd-party payer billing practices for the audiological management of symptomatic ototoxicity. Method The approach was to compile the relevant International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10-CM) codes and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT; American Medical Association) codes and explain their use for obtaining reimbursement from Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance. Results Each claim submitted to a payer for reimbursement of ototoxicity monitoring must include both ICD-10-CM codes to report the patient's diagnosis and CPT codes to report the services provided by the audiologist. Results address the general 3rd-party payer guidelines for ototoxicity monitoring and ICD-10-CM and CPT coding principles and provide illustrative examples. There is no “stand-alone” CPT code for high-frequency audiometry, an important test for ototoxicity monitoring. The current method of adding a –22 modifier to a standard audiometry code and then submitting a letter rationalizing why the test was done has inconsistent outcomes and is time intensive for the clinician. Similarly, some clinicians report difficulty getting reimbursed for detailed otoacoustic emissions testing in the context of ototoxicity monitoring. Conclusions Ethical practice, not reimbursement, must guide clinical practice. However, appropriate billing and coding resulting in 3rd-party reimbursement for audiology services rendered is critical for maintaining an effective ototoxicity monitoring program. Many 3rd-party payers reimburse for these services. For any CPT code, payment patterns vary widely within and across 3rd-party payers. Standardizing coding and billing practices as well as advocacy including letters from audiology national organizations may be necessary to help resolve these issues of coding and coverage in order to support best practice recommendations for ototoxicity monitoring.

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Business: The Electronic Health Record: Front Line Experience

Perspectives on Administration and Supervision ◽

10.1044/aas21.1.18 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 21 (1) ◽

pp. 18-22

Author(s):

Rosemary Griffin

Keyword(s):

Health Care ◽

Information Technology ◽

Electronic Health Record ◽

Financial Incentives ◽

Best Practice ◽

Health Care Systems ◽

The United States ◽

Health Record ◽

Health Trends ◽

Electronic Health

National legislation is in place to facilitate reform of the United States health care industry. The Health Care Information Technology and Clinical Health Act (HITECH) offers financial incentives to hospitals, physicians, and individual providers to establish an electronic health record that ultimately will link with the health information technology of other health care systems and providers. The information collected will facilitate patient safety, promote best practice, and track health trends such as smoking and childhood obesity.

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