Examining the consequential validity of standardized examinations via public perceptions: a review of mixed methods survey design considerations†

2015 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-39 ◽  
Author(s):  
John H. Hitchcock ◽  
Anthony J. Onwuegbuzie ◽  
Heba B. Khoshaim
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Public Perceptions ◽  
Consequential Validity ◽  
Design Considerations ◽  
Standardized Examinations

scholarly journals MAKING THE MOST OF MAKERS: AN EXPLORATION OF THE NEED FOR A PROTOTYPING TOOL FOR COMPANIES TO ENGAGE WITH THE MAKER MOVEMENT

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
pp. 967-976
Author(s):  
A. J. E. Kimber ◽  
C. A. Hansen ◽  
A. G. Özkil
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Future Development ◽  
Maker Movement ◽  
Mixed Methods Approach ◽  
Design Considerations ◽  
The Future ◽  
The Maker Movement

AbstractMakers have proven to be skilled at prototyping and therefore present a unique opportunity for companies, who seek to improve their capabilities, to learn from them. In this study, a mixed methods approach was used to understand possible benefits to both companies and makers from collaborating in prototyping, and to identify a set of design considerations to guide the future development of a tool to facilitate such collaboration. Despite challenges to collaboration, a tool designed to help companies engage with makers in prototyping could be beneficial to both and should be developed.

Survey Design Considerations for Full Azimuth Acquisition Using a Single Recording Vessel

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Hill* ◽  
Gordon Brown ◽  
Rob Campbell ◽  
Ed Hager
Keyword(s):  
Survey Design ◽  
Design Considerations

scholarly journals Vehicle-to-Pedestrian Communication for Vulnerable Road Users: Survey, Design Considerations, and Challenges

Sensors ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 358 ◽  
Author(s):  
Parag Sewalkar ◽  
Jochen Seitz
Keyword(s):  
Communication Systems ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Road User ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Design Considerations ◽  
Road Users ◽  
Vulnerable Road User ◽  
Vulnerable Road Users

In the last few years, increasing attention has been provided to research Vehicle-to-Pedestrian (V2P) communication systems. These V2P systems serve different purposes (safety or convenience) and cater to different Vulnerable Road User (VRU) groups. Also, these V2P systems employ different communication technologies, and use different mechanisms to interact with the users. An effective V2P system also needs to consider varying characteristics of different VRUs. These various elements may be considered as design parameters of the V2P system. In this paper, we discuss such elements and propose a design framework for the V2P system based on them. We also provide an extensive survey of existing V2P efforts for safety and convenience applications and their design considerations. We perform a case study that compares the different approaches of V2P safety system for different VRU groups under different pre-crash scenarios. Finally, we discuss a few technological challenges in integration of VRUs into V2X systems.

Caregiver Awareness, Adherence, and Motivations Related to the AAP Screen Time Recommendations for Infants: A Mixed-Methods Study (Preprint)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shea M. Lammers ◽  
Rebecca Woods ◽  
Sean E. Brotherson ◽  
James E. Deal ◽  
Carrie Anne Platt
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Digital Media ◽  
Time Use ◽  
Screen Time ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Medical Professional ◽  
Motivational Factors ◽  
Educational Benefits ◽  
Time Exposure

BACKGROUND With the increasing integration of technology into society, it is advisable that researchers explore the effects of repeated digital media exposure on our most vulnerable population—infants. Excessive screen time during early childhood has been linked to delays in language, literacy, and self-regulation. OBJECTIVE This study explored awareness of and adherence to the American Academy of Pediatrics’ recommendations related to avoiding screen time for children under the age of two, as well as the motivational factors associated with screen time exposure. METHODS A mixed-methods survey design was used to gather responses from 178 mothers of children under the age of two. Measures included child screen time use and duration, maternal awareness of screen-time use recommendations, and motivations related to screen-time exposure. A variety of statistical procedures were employed to explore associations between caregiver awareness and adherence to AAP guidelines for screen time exposure, motivations related to screen time for children, and child screen time exposure. RESULTS Results indicated that 62.2% of mothers were aware of the AAP screen time recommendations, but only 46% could cite it accurately, while most learned of it online or from a medical professional. Mothers who were aware of the guideline allowed significantly less screen time for infants than those who were unaware (p = .03). Also, parents who adhered to the AAP guidelines reported significantly less infant screen time per day than those who did not adhere (p <. 001). Among mothers who report not adhering to the guidelines, the greatest motivation for allowing screen time was perceived educational benefits. Less educated mothers rated a child’s relaxation as a motivational factor in allowing screen time significantly higher than more highly educated mothers (p = .048). Regression analysis indicated that no parent motivational factors predicted daily infant screen time. CONCLUSIONS These results indicate two key approaches to improve adherence to screen time recommendations. First, awareness of the AAP recommendations needs to be increased, which tends to improve adherence; and second, the myth that screen time can be educational for infants needs to be dispelled. CLINICALTRIAL None.

scholarly journals Enhancing collaborative practice-based research in an academic health science center

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 51
Author(s):  
Lianne Jeffs ◽  
Beverly Bulmer ◽  
Maria Maione ◽  
Sharon Straus ◽  
Ella Ferris
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Specific Capacity ◽  
Collaborative Practice ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Science Center ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Academic Health ◽  
Practice Based Research

Although there is a body of literature around discipline specific capacity building research, less is known empirically around collaborative practice-based research that involves different healthcare disciplines participating in research together in an interprofessional manner in Academic Health Science Centers (AHSCs). This paper provides an overview of results from the mixed methods study and the subsequent strategies one teaching hospital has implemented to enhance collaborative practice-based research. A mixed methods design with a cross-sectional survey design and focus groups/interviews with clinicians and administrators was used. Study participants reported the value of, their role, experience, and use of research in daily practice and recommendations to enhance collaborative practice-based research. Study findings elucidated the current state and strategies to enhance collaborative practice-based research at an AHSC. Engaging clinicians in collaborative practice-based research provides a strategic advantage and return on investment to achieve the tripartite mission.

scholarly journals How a Networked Approach to Building Capacity in Knowledge Mobilization Supports Research Impact

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephen MacGregor ◽  
David Phipps
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Research Impact ◽  
Institutional Capacity ◽  
Networked Learning ◽  
Knowledge Mobilization ◽  
Building Capacity ◽  
Impact Pathways ◽  
Research Systems ◽  
Contextual Variability

Research impact is emerging as a common feature in national research systems. Knowledge mobilization (KMb) includes efforts undertaken to aid and accelerate research impact pathways by directing focus to processes that support impact. To date, researchers and universities have struggled to increase their capacity in KMb. This study explores the perceptions held by 16 leaders of Research Impact Canada, representing 14 networked universities, about the usefulness and use of networked learning to build institutional capacity in KMb. The analysis of data, which was collected using a mixed-methods survey design, highlights two overarching themes: 1) the contextual variability in how institutions engage in KMb work, and how practice-based subgroups can support the diverse KMb needs of different institutions; and 2) how capacity is developed through networked learning is distributed among individuals and groups within institutions, and how networked institutions need to be self-referential to the ways knowledge about KMb is sourced, validated, shared, interpreted, and employed.

Climate visuals: A mixed methods investigation of public perceptions of climate images in three countries

2016 ◽  
Vol 41 ◽  
pp. 172-182 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel A. Chapman ◽  
Adam Corner ◽  
Robin Webster ◽  
Ezra M. Markowitz
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Public Perceptions
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