Current Trends in the Training and Utilization of Paraprofessionals in Speech and Language Programs

1991 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 51-59 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathy L. Coufal ◽  
Allen L. Steckelberg ◽  
Stanley F. Vasa
Keyword(s):  
Selection Criteria ◽  
Job Descriptions ◽  
Paraprofessional Training ◽  
Language Programs ◽  
Program Administrators ◽  
Current Trends ◽  
Training And Supervision ◽  
Communicative Disorders ◽  
Supervision Practices ◽  
A Current

Administrators of programs for children with communicative disorders in 11 midwestern states were surveyed to assess trends in the training and utilization of paraprofessionals. Topics included: (a) current trends in employment, (b) paraprofessional training, (c) use of ASHA and state guidelines, and (d) district policies for supervision. Selection criteria, use of job descriptions, training programs, and supervision practices and policies were examined. Results indicate that paraprofessionals are used but that standards for training and supervision are not consistently applied across all programs. Program administrators report minimal training for supervising professionals.

Time Trends in Inequalities in Health

1988 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 265-274 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roy A. Carr-Hill
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Time Trends ◽  
Social Inequalities ◽  
Group Analysis ◽  
Health Status Measure ◽  
Inequalities In Health ◽  
Current Trends ◽  
Current Health Status ◽  
Status Measure ◽  
A Current

SummaryThe conventional belief since the publication of the Black Report is that social inequalities in health have been increasing since 1931–32 although it has been argued that the measure of inequality used is inappropriate. All analyses have been based on mortality rates which, in large part, reflect inequalities in health over the previous 50 years and not current trends. This paper argues that time trends should be assessed with a current health status measure and suggests using height at age 20 as a good measure of the achieved health status of a group. Analysis of a government survey shows that inequalities have stayed the same since 1940, both for men classified by their own occupation and for women classified by their father's occupation.

scholarly journals Current trends and orientations in learning foreign languages

Akademos ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 150-153
Author(s):  
Corina Zagaievschi ◽  
◽  
Beatrice-Ionela Enache ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Current Trend ◽  
Target Language ◽  
Foreign Languages ◽  
Cultural Contexts ◽  
Effective Learning ◽  
Current Trends ◽  
Actual Use ◽  
Simple Exposure ◽  
A Current

This article deals with the problem of effective learning of modern languages. We aim to point out the current, progressive guidelines on language learning followed by their actual use in various cultural contexts. Spontaneous, instinctive and natural learning, through simple exposure to the target language, is a current trend in learning modern languages, because a language is easier to learn in real, concrete contexts, hearing, speaking, participating.

Doing the Right Thing

2014 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-18
Author(s):  
Alison Shames ◽  
Ram Subramanian
Keyword(s):  
Criminal Justice ◽  
Human Dignity ◽  
The United States ◽  
Criminal Justice Reform ◽  
Central Value ◽  
Criminal Justice Systems ◽  
Training And Supervision ◽  
European System ◽  
Supervision Practices ◽  
The Right

Human dignity plays a central and constitutive role within the German and Dutch criminal justice systems. It influences not only the overall approach to, and accepted purpose of, punishment, but also the types of sanctions that are typically doled out, the setup of their prisons, and the conditions in which prisoners find themselves once in custody. Although human dignity is not the paramount value in the American criminal justice system, this article contends that recent criminal justice reform efforts implicate human dignity into system practices to a greater degree than ever before. While the reform efforts are prompted by a concern for efficiency and efficacy, policymakers are increasingly relying on research that indicates that more humane and individualized treatment of offenders is a key component to achieving desired public safety outcomes. The article starts with a brief discussion of how human dignity became a central value of the European system and contrasts this with the historically weaker sway human dignity has played in the American system. It then demonstrates that the principle of human dignity is gaining influence through recent legislative reform efforts in the United States as well as changes in correctional training and supervision practices.

Antimicrobial innovation: a current update and perspective on the antibiotic drug development pipeline

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (22) ◽  
pp. 2035-2065
Author(s):  
Liam J Stephens ◽  
Melissa V Werrett ◽  
Adam C Sedgwick ◽  
Steven D Bull ◽  
Philip C Andrews
Keyword(s):  
Drug Development ◽  
Bacterial Infections ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Press Releases ◽  
Current Trends ◽  
Antibiotic Drug ◽  
If Current ◽  
Development Pipeline ◽  
Insight Into ◽  
A Current

As bacteria continue to develop resistance to our existing treatment options, antibiotic innovation remains overlooked. If current trends continue, then we could face the stark reality of a postantibiotic era, whereby routine bacterial infections could once again become deadly. In light of a warning signaled by the WHO, a number of new initiatives have been established in the hope of reinvigorating the antibiotic drug development pipeline. In this perspective, we aim to summarize some of these initiatives and funding options, as well as providing an insight into the predicament that we face. Using clinical trials data, company website information and the most recent press releases, a current update of the antibiotic drug development pipeline is also included.

CAPTCHA for crowdsourced image annotation: directions and efficiency analysis

2022 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Moradi ◽  
Mohammad Reza Keyvanpour
Keyword(s):  
Image Retrieval ◽  
Image Annotation ◽  
Cognitive Task ◽  
Efficiency Analysis ◽  
Retrieval Process ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Current Trends ◽  
Current State ◽  
Traditional Approaches ◽  
A Current

Purpose Image annotation plays an important role in image retrieval process, especially when it comes to content-based image retrieval. In order to compensate the intrinsic weakness of machines in performing cognitive task of (human-like) image annotation, leveraging humans’ knowledge and abilities in the form of crowdsourcing-based annotation have gained momentum. Among various approaches for this purpose, an innovative one is integrating the annotation process into the CAPTCHA workflow. In this paper, the current state of the research works in the field and experimental efficiency analysis of this approach are investigated.Design/methodology/approach At first, and with the aim of presenting a current state report of research studies in the field, a comprehensive literature review is provided. Then, several experiments and statistical analyses are conducted to investigate how CAPTCHA-based image annotation is reliable, accurate and efficient.Findings In addition to study of current trends and best practices for CAPTCHA-based image annotation, the experimental results demonstrated that despite some intrinsic limitations on leveraging the CAPTCHA as a crowdsourcing platform, when the challenge, i.e. annotation task, is selected and designed appropriately, the efficiency of CAPTCHA-based image annotation can outperform traditional approaches. Nonetheless, there are several design considerations that should be taken into account when the CAPTCHA is used as an image annotation platform.Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first study to analyze different aspects of the titular topic through exploration of the literature and experimental investigation. Therefore, it is anticipated that the outcomes of this study can draw a roadmap for not only CAPTCHA-based image annotation but also CAPTCHA-mediated crowdsourcing and even image annotation.

Identifying and Evaluating Language-Learning Technology Tools

2021 ◽  
pp. 160-177
Author(s):  
Farideh Nekoobahr ◽  
Jacqueline Hawkins ◽  
Kristi L. Santi ◽  
Janeen R. S. Antonelli ◽  
Johanna Leigh Thorpe
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Universal Design For Learning ◽  
Learning Technology ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Language Programs ◽  
Program Administrators ◽  
Technology Tools ◽  
Design For Learning ◽  
Learning Software

Digitization and the globalization of English have made it possible to incorporate different forms of digital technology into the infrastructure of English language programs. However, there are no clear criteria in the existing literature to identify and evaluate appropriate language-learning technology tools. To fill the gap, this project proposed empirically supported guidelines in a rubric called the ULTIA Rubric to facilitate and accelerate the process of identifying and evaluating technology-supported language-learning tools. The ULTIA Rubric has its basis in the major components of the five concepts of universal design for learning (UDL), learning science (LS), technology acceptance model (TAM), intelligent tutoring system (ITS), and automatic speech recognition (ASR). The rubric can function as a practical solution for program administrators, instructors, and English language learners (ELLs) who are seeking a reliable roadmap to evaluate language-learning software.

Current Trends in Irrigation Practice during Endodontic Treatment among Dental Practitioners in Nellore Urban Area: A Survey

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 47-55
Author(s):  
Madhusudhana Koppolu ◽  
Yelloji Paramesh ◽  
Chinni Suneelkumar ◽  
Anumula Lavanya
Keyword(s):  
Urban Area ◽  
Endodontic Treatment ◽  
Smear Layer ◽  
Radiographic Evidence ◽  
Needle Penetration ◽  
Current Trends ◽  
Irrigation Practice ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
The Individual ◽  
A Current

ABSTRACT Aim The purpose of this study was to determine the current trends in irrigation practice among the practicing dentists in Nellore urban area of Andhra Pradesh, India. Materials and methods A self-prepared questionnaire comprising 20 questions was given to 150 dentists practicing in Nellore urban area. The information gathered was the individual irrigant selection, irrigant concentration, smear layer removal, and use of adjuncts to irrigation, gauge of needle, tip design of needle, depth of needle penetration, volume of the syringe used, volume of irrigant used, duration of irrigation, choice of irrigant in vital teeth, teeth with radiographic evidence of periapical lesion, and retreatment cases. Results Our data indicated that majority of respondents (55.6%) are using saline as primary irrigant at a concentration of 0.9% whereas 44.4% of respondents primarily use sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl), with 51.4% of them using it at a concentration of 2.6 to 4%. Twenty-six gauge needle with single-beveled tip design being most preferred for syringe irrigation. Only 59.7% of respondents aimed to remove the smear layer during endodontic treatment with only 11.9% using an adjunct to irrigation. Conclusion Regardless of the critical nature of the irrigation step in the endodontic therapy, the results from the study were not satisfying, especially when it comes to the use of primary irrigant, adjuncts, or newer irrigating systems. Thus there is a need to regularly update and check the practices adopted by dental practitioners. How to cite this article Koppolu M, Paramesh Y, Suneelkumar C, Lavanya A. Current Trends in Irrigation Practice during Endodontic Treatment among Dental Practitioners in Nellore Urban Area: A Survey. J Oper Dent Endod 2016;1(2):47-55.

Approaches and Practices in Strategic Human Resources Management

2022 ◽  
pp. 1823-1842
Author(s):  
Abraham Pius ◽  
Husam Helmi Alharahsheh ◽  
Saikou Sanyang
Keyword(s):  
Human Resources ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Human Resources Management ◽  
Job Analysis ◽  
Job Descriptions ◽  
Strategic Human Resources ◽  
Current Trends ◽  
Strategic Human Resources Management ◽  
Line Manager ◽  
Key Terms

This chapter is planned and designed to explore strategic human resources (SHR), key terms, activities, and requirements in organisations. Using various activities and case studies to support the lines of discussion throughout, the chapter is developed for students, professionals, managers, researchers that already have prior knowledge and experience in the field of HR or other associated fields and positions such as being a line manager for a small or large team, or even running own small firm where the aspects of HRM are highly essential and vital for the development and growth of the firm. The chapter is providing identification, exploration, and in-depth discussion of key strategic aspects of HRM such as the following: forecasting external supply, job analysis and workforce profiling, job descriptions and person specifications, competencies, job families (market groups), and redundancy. Furthermore, the chapter is supported by key case studies and identification of current trends to enhance the understanding of key changes and developments in the field.

Training and supervision practices in clinical, counseling, and school psychology programs.

1995 ◽  
Vol 26 (4) ◽  
pp. 407-412 ◽  
Author(s):  
John S. C. Romans ◽  
Donald L. Boswell ◽  
Alfred F. Carlozzi ◽  
Dennis B. Ferguson
Keyword(s):  
School Psychology ◽  
Psychology Programs ◽  
Clinical Counseling ◽  
Training And Supervision ◽  
Supervision Practices

Clinical Supervision for Support Workers in Paediatric Palliative Care: A Literature Review

2020 ◽  
pp. 135910452096143
Author(s):  
Jonathan Beavis ◽  
Lucy Davis ◽  
Sian McKenzie
Keyword(s):  
Palliative Care ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Clinical Supervision ◽  
Health Needs ◽  
Self Awareness ◽  
Staff Support ◽  
Paediatric Palliative Care ◽  
Training And Supervision ◽  
Supervision Practices ◽  
Reducing Stress

Providing home care to children with complex physical health needs is an emotionally challenging role. Extant literature and documents such as the Cavendish Review (2013) have reported that a large proportion of care for this population is carried out by non-registered staff (support workers). Provision of clinical supervision for nurses working in palliative care is increasing, however, supervision needs of support workers are commonly neglected. This paper sought to synthesise what is known about clinical supervision practices for support workers in paediatric palliative care (PPC). A literature review was conducted in accordance with integrative review guidelines. 315 papers were identified initially, 15 studies were included in this review. Four commonalities were identified: importance of team cohesion, varying degrees of formality, self-awareness and practicalities. Support workers received varying forms of supervision and some facilitators faced organisational difficulties involving staff in supervision. Support workers who received staff support generally appreciated it in recognition that their work is complex and emotionally difficult. This paper highlighted that further research should investigate the efficacy of clinical supervision as a method of reducing stress and burnout for support workers. Any implementation of supervision should involve a considered approach to training and supervision to ensure fidelity.

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