Six conditions for successful career academies

2019 ◽  
Vol 100 (5) ◽  
pp. 50-52
Author(s):  
Michael Lanford ◽  
Tattiya Maruco
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Learning Communities ◽  
Social Factors ◽  
Career Education ◽  
Small Learning Communities ◽  
Positive Influence ◽  
Career Academies ◽  
Career Academy ◽  
Institutional Economic ◽  
Industry Sectors

Career academies — small learning communities within high schools that introduce students to specific industry sectors — have become a popular way to expand career education. Yet certain institutional, economic, and social factors can inhibit their viability and scalability. Michael Lanford and Tattiya Maruco conducted a yearlong qualitative study of career academies in Southern California to identify six conditions that are necessary for establishing and maintaining a career academy that has a positive influence on students and the community.

Impact of Small Learning Communities on Drop-Out Risk in Urban Youth

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leah M. Van Grinsven ◽  
Melissa Hernandez ◽  
Gregory L. Callan ◽  
Karen C. Stoiber
Keyword(s):  
Learning Communities ◽  
Urban Youth ◽  
Small Learning Communities ◽  
Drop Out

scholarly journals Medication Experience and Adherence to Oral Chemotherapy: A Qualitative Study of Patients’ and Health Professionals’ Perspectives

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (8) ◽  
pp. 4266
Author(s):  
Amparo Talens ◽  
Mercedes Guilabert ◽  
Blanca Lumbreras ◽  
María Teresa Aznar ◽  
Elsa López-Pintor
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Positive Influence ◽  
Barriers And Facilitators ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Nominal Group ◽  
Care Plans ◽  
Individualized Care ◽  
Medication Experience

Lack of adherence constitutes one of the most important challenges in patients undergoing treatment with oral antineoplastic drugs (ANEO). Understanding cancer patients’ experiences with respect to their medication is key for optimizing adherence and therapeutic results. We aimed to assess the medication experience (ME) in patients with cancer in treatment with ANEO, to describe the barriers and facilitators related to the disease and its treatment and to compare them with the healthcare professionals’ perspectives. We carried out an exploratory qualitative study in the University Hospital of San Juan de Alicante, Spain. Three focus groups and two nominal group discussions were conducted with 23 onco-hematological patients treated with ANEO and 18 health professionals, respectively. The data were analyzed using content analyses and were eventually triangulated. The most impactful aspects in patients’ ME were the presence of adverse effects; lack of information about treatment; beliefs, needs and expectations regarding medications; social and family support; and the relationship with the health professionals. Both patients and professionals agreed on considering the negative side effects and the information about treatment as the main barriers and facilitators of adherence, respectively, although the approaches differed between both profiles. The professionals offered a more technical vision while patients prioritized the emotional burden and motivation associated with the disease and medication. This study allowed us to understand the real-life experiences of patients being treated with ANEO and explore the factors which had an impact on adherence to treatment. This understanding enables professionals to have a positive influence on patients’ behavior and provide individualized care plans. Pharmacists’ assistance is relevant to support patients’ adherence and self-management.

scholarly journals Factors affecting successful induced lactation process among Malaysian women: a qualitative study

2020 ◽  
Vol 122 (10) ◽  
pp. 3049-3063
Author(s):  
Norsyamlina Che Abdul Rahim ◽  
Zaharah Sulaiman ◽  
Tengku Alina Tengku Ismail ◽  
Tahir Aris
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Ethnic Groups ◽  
Treatment Plan ◽  
Positive Influence ◽  
Recall Bias ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Daily Schedule ◽  
East Malaysia ◽  
Data Saturation

PurposeThis qualitative study was to understand the factors affecting successful adoptive breastfeeding among women who underwent induced lactation process.Design/methodology/approachThis study conducted in-depth interviews among induced lactation women in five states based on five regions [South (Johor), Central (Selangor), North (Penang), East (Kelantan) and East Malaysia (Sabah)]. The interviews have been consented, audio-recorded then transcribed verbatim, followed by identification of emerging themes.FindingsData saturation was achieved after interviewing a total of 23 induced lactation women. There were six main themes that emerged to describe factors affecting successful induced lactation process: (1) support and encouragement, (2) diet supplementation, (3) breastfeeding devices support, (4) incorporating treatment plan in the daily schedule, (5) high determination and pleasant attitude and (6) being informed on induced lactation process.Research limitations/implicationsThere can be recall bias among the respondents since the information was collected retrospectively, one to two years after the induced lactation practice completed. Due to that, we cannot rule out recall bias in the responses given in the interviews. In this study, induced lactation women barely were ethnic Malay Muslims. Thus, comparisons to other ethnic groups were not possible. This was due to the difficulty to get participation from induced lactation mother of other ethnic groups in the study. Even though the success is demonstrated, a significant limitation is that the ratio between Muslims and non-Muslims cannot be performed for the reason that the respondents only consists of Muslims alone.Originality/valueThe benefits of breastfeeding by an adoptive woman are numerous for both the mother and baby. There are multifactors involved in successful induced lactation process. After experiencing induced lactation, all respondents agreed that it has prepared them to be real mothers and breastfeeding is a pleasurable experience. All respondents corresponded to breastfeeding have a positive influence in the aspect of affection and touch. A mother who feels confident in her ability to lactate and is reassured by those around her will be most likely to feel successful in this great attempt.

scholarly journals A qualitative study of the work experiences of midwives performing obstetric ultrasound in Norway

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Magnhild Reiso ◽  
Berit Langli ◽  
Eva Sommerseth ◽  
Aud Johannessen
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Health Sector ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Organizational Factors ◽  
Positive Influence ◽  
Work Experiences ◽  
Obstetric Ultrasound ◽  
Individual Interviews ◽  
Health Authorities ◽  
Regional Health Authorities

Abstract Background Performing obstetric ultrasound is part of midwifery practice in Norway. Knowledge of these midwives’ working situation can enhance understanding of what their work involves and the challenges they encounter in their practice. The aim of this study was to gain insight into how midwife sonographers perceive their work in obstetric ultrasound. Methods A qualitative study with individual interviews was conducted in 2018. Midwives (n = 13) with a postgraduate ultrasound qualification who performed obstetric ultrasound in private clinics and/or the public health sector were included. All four regional health authorities in Norway were represented. The data gathered were analysed using content analysis. Results The analysis resulted in three main themes. (1) Working as a midwife sonographer involves a holistic approach. By practising their competence, in both midwifery and sonography, they could answer questions and reassure pregnant women. The participants also had a feeling of great responsibility in their work. (2) Being part of a professional environment in obstetric ultrasound was important for professional interaction, belonging and learning. (3) Developing and maintaining competence as a midwife sonographer had a positive influence on midwives’ motivation and confidence, and allowed for more variety in their work. Conclusions Holistic care of the pregnant woman, her partner and the unborn baby was an important part of the participants’ work. They wanted to meet colleagues within their field, develop their expertise and have influence over their work situation. Organizational factors seemed to affect the participants’ overall ability to practise their skills and thus also their job satisfaction.

A Comparative Analysis of Student Engagement in Career Academies and a Comprehensive High School

2019 ◽  
Vol 44 (2) ◽  
pp. 144-176 ◽  
Author(s):  
Edward Fletcher ◽  
Tony Xing Tan ◽  
Victor M. Hernandez-Gantes
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Student Engagement ◽  
Comprehensive School ◽  
Emotional Engagement ◽  
Career Academies ◽  
Comprehensive High School ◽  
Career Academy ◽  
School Students ◽  
Diverse Backgrounds

The purpose of this study was to compare the student engagement of career academy students to those at a traditional comprehensive high school. We operationalized student engagement using a multi-dimensional construct comprised of behavioral, cognitive, and emotional measures. Based on data from 669 career academy students and 614 comprehensive school students, we found that academy students had significantly higher levels of cognitive and emotional engagement than those at comprehensive schools. However, we found no statistically significant differences in the levels of behavioral engagement of academy students compared to comprehensive school students. Based on our findings, participation in the academy model has the potential to increase high school students' levels of cognitive and emotional engagement, particularly those from underrepresented and ethnically and racially diverse backgrounds.

scholarly journals Studi Kualitatif Pola Konsumsi Masyarakat Kota Jambi pada Bulan Ramadhan Berdasarkan Faktor Sosial

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 123
Author(s):  
Habriyanto Habriyanto
Keyword(s):  
Social Class ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Social Factors ◽  
Electronic Media ◽  
Consumption Patterns ◽  
Questionnaire Data ◽  
Quality Research ◽  
City Community ◽  
The Social

This research is related to a qualitative study relating to the consumption patterns of the Jambi city community in the month of Ramadan relating to the qualitative influence of social factors on consumption patterns. The research motive uses quality research with questionnaire data collection tools and analyzed descriptively. The results showed that the Jambi city community had made family, friends and print and electronic media as a reference in consuming during the month of Ramadan. Meanwhile the provision of consumption for Eid is largely determined by the condition of the social class in society. Then the things that shape consumption patterns in the month of Ramadan are culture such as the provision of ta`jil, preparation for Eid consumption, going home and giving gifts to relatives.

scholarly journals The Influence Of Listening Habits Of English Songs Toward Vocabulary Mastery

2009 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 63-80
Author(s):  
Zulianti Zulianti
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Key Words ◽  
Positive Influence ◽  
The Third ◽  
Listening Habits ◽  
Descriptive Qualitative

 The objectives of the study are as follows: (1) to find out the intensity of the students‟ habit in listening English songs, (2) to find out the students‟ mastery of English vocabulary, (3) to find out the influences of listening habit of English songs towards vocabulary mastery. This is a descriptive qualitative study. The subjects of study were the third year students of MAN I Temanggung. The result of the research are as follow: (1) the majority of the students‟ listening habits of English songs is good enough that falls on the scores of 68-83, (2) the majority of the students‟ vocabulary mastery is fair that falls on the scores of 65-79, (3) there is a positive influence of listening habits of English songs toward vocabulary mastery. Key Words: Listening habit; English songs; Vocabulary mastery.

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