On the design and validation of a rubric for the evaluation of performance in a musical contest

2020 ◽  
pp. 025576142093644
Author(s):  
Marcos Álvarez-Díaz ◽  
Luis Magín Muñiz-Bascón ◽  
Antonio Soria-Alemany ◽  
Alberto Veintimilla-Bonet ◽  
Rubén Fernández-Alonso
Keyword(s):  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Music Performance ◽  
Objective Evaluation ◽  
Analytical Evaluation ◽  
Solo Performance ◽  
Differential Effects ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Evaluation Of Performance ◽  
Essential Unidimensionality ◽  
Review Criteria

Evaluation of music performance in competitive contexts often produces discrepancies between the expert judges. These discrepancies can be reduced by using appropriate rubrics that minimise the differences between judges. The objective of this study was the design and validation of an analytical evaluation rubric, which would allow the most objective evaluation possible of a musical solo performance in a regulated official competition. A panel of three experts created an analytical rubric made up of five review criteria and three scoring levels, together with their respective indicators. To validate the rubric, two independent panels of judges used it to score a sample of recordings. An examination was made of the dimensionality, sources of error, inter-rater reliability and internal consistency of the scores coming from the experts. The essential unidimensionality of the rubric was confirmed. No differential effects between raters were found, nor were significant differences seen in each rater’s internal consistency. The use of a rubric as tool for evaluating music performance in a competitive context has positive effects, improving reliability and objectivity of the results, both in terms of intra-rater consistency and agreement between raters.

scholarly journals Differential Effects of DHA- and EPA-Rich Oils on Sleep in Healthy Young Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 248
Author(s):  
Michael J. Patan ◽  
David O. Kennedy ◽  
Cathrine Husberg ◽  
Svein Olaf Hustvedt ◽  
Philip C. Calder ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Sleep Time ◽  
Sleep Efficiency ◽  
Omega 3 ◽  
Double Blind ◽  
Differential Effects ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Time In Bed ◽  
Oily Fish

Emerging evidence suggests that adequate intake of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 PUFAs), which include docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), might be associated with better sleep quality. N-3 PUFAs, which must be acquired from dietary sources, are typically consumed at suboptimal levels in Western diets. Therefore, the current placebo-controlled, double-blind, randomized trial, investigated the effects of an oil rich in either DHA or EPA on sleep quality in healthy adults who habitually consumed low amounts of oily fish. Eighty-four participants aged 25–49 years completed the 26-week intervention trial. Compared to placebo, improvements in actigraphy sleep efficiency (p = 0.030) and latency (p = 0.026) were observed following the DHA-rich oil. However, these participants also reported feeling less energetic compared to the placebo (p = 0.041), and less rested (p = 0.017), and there was a trend towards feeling less ready to perform (p = 0.075) than those given EPA-rich oil. A trend towards improved sleep efficiency was identified in the EPA-rich group compared to placebo (p = 0.087), along with a significant decrease in both total time in bed (p = 0.032) and total sleep time (p = 0.019) compared to the DHA-rich oil. No significant effects of either treatment were identified for urinary excretion of the major melatonin metabolite 6-sulfatoxymelatonin. This study was the first to demonstrate some positive effects of dietary supplementation with n-3 PUFAs in healthy adult normal sleepers, and provides novel evidence showing the differential effects of n-3 PUFA supplements rich in either DHA or EPA. Further investigation into the mechanisms underpinning these observations including the effects of n-3 PUFAs on sleep architecture are required.

Mindfulness, Meditation, and Belief in Free Will/Determinism

2019 ◽  
Vol 123 (5) ◽  
pp. 1724-1752
Author(s):  
William G. Collier ◽  
Xinyan Shi
Keyword(s):  
Negative Affect ◽  
Positive Affect ◽  
Free Will ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Mindfulness Meditation ◽  
Reaction Times ◽  
Processing Fluency ◽  
Decision Boundary ◽  
Differential Effects ◽  
Induction Condition

Two experiments investigated the influence of mindfulness, meditation, and type of induction (free will, determinism, or neutral) on affect and beliefs in free will/determinism. In Experiment 1, it was found that high mindful participants reported experiencing more positive affect and less negative affect than low mindful participants. In the determinism induction condition in Experiment 2, high mindful participants scored higher on free will beliefs after they meditated, whereas low mindful participants scored lower on free will beliefs after they meditated. So it would seem that mindfulness can have differential effects for high and low mindful individuals. It was also found that high mindful participants (depending on the task and induction condition) sometimes had longer reaction times than low mindful participants. This could be an indication of high mindful participants having a higher decision boundary for some tasks or simply an indication that high mindful participants enjoyed some tasks more than others (i.e., processing fluency). In addition, the internal consistency of the questionnaires was compared to the internal consistency found for those questionnaires in previous research.

scholarly journals Effects of combined endurance and resistance training in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: A pilot, randomized, controlled study

2018 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonio Merico ◽  
Marianna Cavinato ◽  
Caterina Gregorio ◽  
Alessandra Lacatena ◽  
Elisabetta Gioia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Power ◽  
Objective Evaluation ◽  
Exercise Programme ◽  
Functional Independence ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Controlled Study ◽  
Specific Exercise ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Als Patients

Based on available evidence, muscle strengthening and cardiovascular exercises can help maintain function and not adversely affect the progression of disease in patients with ALS. However, this evidence is not sufficiently detailed to recommend a specific exercise prescription. The purpose of this project was to assess clinical outcomes of a combined exercise programme to increase knowledge of rehabilitation in ALS patients. 38 ALS patients were assigned randomly to two groups: one group underwent a specific exercise programme (ALS-EP) based on a moderate aerobic workout and isometric contractions, and the second group followed a standard neuromotor rehabilitation treatment. Objective evaluation consisted of cardiovascular measures, muscle strength and fatigue. Some positive effects of physical activity on ALS patients were found. Among the benefits, an overall improvement of functional independence in all patients, independently of the type of exercise conducted was seen. In addition, improvements in muscle power, oxygen consumption and fatigue were specifically observed in the ALS-EP group, all hallmarks of a training effect for the specific exercises. In conclusion, moderate intensity exercise is beneficial in ALS, helping in avoiding deconditioning and muscle atrophy resulting from progressive inactivity.

scholarly journals The German Multi-Dimensional Perceived Autonomy Support Scale for Physical Education: Adaption and Validation in a Sample of Lower Track Secondary School Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (19) ◽  
pp. 7353
Author(s):  
Julia Zimmermann ◽  
Henri Tilga ◽  
Joachim Bachner ◽  
Yolanda Demetriou
Keyword(s):  
Physical Education ◽  
Measurement Invariance ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Autonomy Support ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Criterion Validity ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
General Factor ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Perceived Autonomy Support

Teachers’ autonomy support (AS) in physical education (PE) has positive effects on students’ affective and behavioral outcomes in PE. Even though the existence of three different dimensions of AS, namely cognitive, organizational and procedural AS has been suggested in educational settings, there is a lack of multidimensional instruments for the assessment of autonomy-supportive teaching in PE. The aim of this study was to validate the German Multi-Dimensional Perceived Autonomy Support Scale for Physical Education (MD-PASS-PE). The sample comprised 1030 students of grades 6 through 10. Internal consistency was used to test the reliability of the assumed subscales. Factorial validity and measurement invariance across gender and age were examined by confirmatory factor analyses. Structural equation modeling was used to evaluate criterion validity. The subscales exhibited acceptable to good internal consistency. The assumed three-factor structure was confirmed within a bi-factor model including a general factor and three specific group factors. Results strongly supported measurement invariance across gender while tentatively suggesting measurement invariance across age. Criterion validity was supported as the MD-PASS-PE explained 15% and 14% of the variance in the constructs of self-efficacy and intrinsic value, respectively. The German MD-PASS-PE provides PE teachers with deeper insights into their autonomy-supportive teaching behavior, helping them to support their students’ autonomy in a holistic way.

Humor styles, optimism, and their relationships with distress among undergraduates in three Chinese cities

2013 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Chau-Kiu Cheung ◽  
Xiao Dong Yue
Keyword(s):  
Hong Kong ◽  
Empirical Study ◽  
University Students ◽  
Humor Styles ◽  
Chinese People ◽  
Chinese Cities ◽  
Differential Effects ◽  
Positive Effects

AbstractThe supposed benefit of humor for the relief of distress has not been demonstrated with certainty amongst Chinese people. In particular, an empirical study of this benefit is necessary in order to clarify the differential effects of different styles of humor, after controlling for optimism. With this aim, the present study investigates the effects based on data from 493 university students in three Chinese cities, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, and Macau. Results reveal some negative and positive effects of different humor styles on distress, independently of effects due to optimism. These effects did not vary among the three cities. Nevertheless, some limitations of the effects of humor are notable.

Reliability and Perceived Pedagogical Utility of a Weighted Music Performance Assessment Rubric

2010 ◽  
Vol 58 (2) ◽  
pp. 168-183 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marvin E. Latimer ◽  
Martin J. Bergee ◽  
Mary L. Cohen
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Performance Assessment ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Music Performance ◽  
Assessment Tools ◽  
Large Group ◽  
Score Reliability ◽  
Pedagogical Utility ◽  
Assessment Rubric

The purpose of this study was to investigate the reliability and perceived pedagogical utility of a multidimensional weighted performance assessment rubric used in Kansas state high school large-group festivals. Data were adjudicator rubrics ( N = 2,016) and adjudicator and director questionnaires ( N = 515). Rubric internal consistency was moderately high (.88). Dimension reliability ranged from moderately low ( W = .47) to moderate ( W = .77). Total score reliability was moderately high ( W = .80) and rating reliability was moderate ( W = .72). Findings suggested that reliability on the whole was within the range of previously researched music performance assessment tools. Questionnaire results suggested that the rubric provided a better instrument for justifying ratings and more detailed descriptions of what constituted acceptable performances than previously researched nonrubric forms; hence, adjudicators and directors perceived the rubric as possessing improved pedagogical utility.

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