Findings from a web content analysis of resources targeting sporting coaches aimed at educating or upskilling on eating disorders and disordered eating in athletes

Abstract Background Eating disorders (ED) and disordered eating (DE) are highly prevalent in athletes. Coaches can play a role in the prevention of EDs and DE behaviours and are well placed to support athletes with an ED. However, coaches feel under-qualified and lack time and resources for supporting athletes and it is unclear the quality of training and resources available to upskill coaches in this space. Therefore, a web-based content analysis was undertaken to determine the type and source of online education resources currently available to coaches to help identify, prevent, manage and refer on for ED/DE behaviours. Methods Three major search engines were searched using a combination of the following terms: (1) DE or ED resource and (2) coaches or sport. Included websites were specific for DE/EDs in athletes; targeted at coaches or sporting organisations; written in the English language; and published by a reputable site. Results Twenty four out of 600 websites met inclusion criteria. The main reasons for exclusion were irreputable sites and websites not targeting coaches. The majority of included webpages were from professional bodies (n = 17) and targeted coaches (n = 24) and sporting organisations (n = 15), with an average quality rating of 4.2 out of 6. All websites provided educational resources but none provided official training. The most common topics discussed on these websites was ED/DE signs and symptoms (n = 17), and the effects of ED/DE on performance, mental and physical health (n = 11). Conclusion Few reputable online resources were identified in the current review. There is a need for more comprehensive education and training resources aimed at coaches and athletic organisations to help prevent, identify, manage and refer on for ED/DE behaviours.

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Specification of the Context of Use for the Development of Web-Based Applications

Handbook of Research on Web Information Systems Quality ◽

10.4018/978-1-59904-847-5.ch009 ◽

2011 ◽

pp. 146-162

Author(s):

Marta Fernández de Arriba ◽

Eugenia Díaz ◽

Jesús Rodríguez Pérez

Keyword(s):

Web Applications ◽

Assistive Technologies ◽

Web Content ◽

Disabled People ◽

Technological Environment ◽

Web Based ◽

Development Team ◽

Context Of Use ◽

The Web

This chapter presents the structure of an index which serves as support so allowing the development team to create the specification of the context of use document for the development of Web applications, bearing in mind characteristics of usability and accessibility, each point of the index being explained in detail. A correct preparation of this document ensures the quality of the developed Web applications. The international rules and standards related to the identification of the context of use have been taken into account. Also, the functionality limitations (sensorial, physical, or cognitive) which affect access to the Web are described, as well as the technological environment used by disabled people (assistive technologies or alternative browsers) to facilitate their access to the Web content. Therefore, following the developed specification of the context of use, usable and accessible Web applications with their corresponding benefits can be created.

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A review of inter-firm relationship quality in supply chains

Journal of Business and Industrial Marketing ◽

10.1108/jbim-05-2019-0199 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Chen Qian ◽

Stefan Seuring ◽

Ralf Wagner

Keyword(s):

Content Analysis ◽

Relationship Quality ◽

English Language ◽

Future Research ◽

Contingency Analysis ◽

Scientific Publications ◽

Content Type ◽

The Individual ◽

Business To Business

Purpose This paper aims to conduct a review of the recent literature on inter-firm relationship quality (RQ) in the supply chain (SC) settings. Design/methodology/approach 100 English-language scientific publications on inter-firm RQ, published from 2006 to 2015 were selected and analyzed by using a content analysis approach. Findings The results of the frequency analysis map the antecedents, dimensions and consequences – particularly the performance and behavioral intentions of collaborating partners – of buyer–seller RQ presented in the current literature. The contingency analysis offers insights into the use of relevant constructs of inter-firm RQ in SCs in the individual papers. A range of research gaps is uncovered. Research limitations/implications The category building for the content analysis was based on an RQ framework that focuses on the mediator structure and neglects the effects of moderators. Practical implications The developed framework of inter-firm RQ in SCs provides managers with a guide to the relevant influencing factors, evaluation indicators and consequences of the quality of their relationships with SC partners. Originality/value This paper provides the first literature review at the intersection of RQ and SC. The research framework developed specifies the use of the previous RQ framework in the business-to-business and SC context. A critique of the existing studies is discussed and the agenda for future research are suggested.

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Content Analysis of an EAP Coursebook in an Islamic University

JETAL: Journal of English Teaching & Applied Linguistic ◽

10.36655/jetal.v3i1.598 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 3 (1) ◽

pp. 12-20

Author(s):

Agus Husein As Sabiq ◽

Muflihah Muflihah

Keyword(s):

Content Analysis ◽

English Language ◽

Language Skills ◽

Good Teaching ◽

Teaching Materials ◽

Study Program ◽

Unit Of Analysis ◽

Language Needs ◽

High Level

Evaluating a coursebook is necessary to find the strengths and weaknesses to improve the quality of sources and professional development. This study aimed to investigate the suitability of EAP coursebook materials with the criteria for good teaching materials and the English language needs of IAIN Purwokerto students. The study engaged 83 second-semester students at IAIN Purwokerto, who were randomly drawn from each study program at IAIN Purwokerto. The researchers employed a content analysis procedure: the unit of analysis covering places, actors, activities, research variables in the form of teaching materials in EAP courses, and data collection using a checklist. The analysis of the research is based on the criteria of good teaching materials and the students' English needs which cover the target requirement component for needs analysis, consisting of the students’ needs, shortcomings, and desires. The researchers found that the suitability of the coursebook with the criteria for good text teaching materials has average level of relevance of 50.13%, which is quite appropriate in the category. There were some weaknesses or shortcomings that made this EAP course book not classified as a high level of relevance. English language needs of IAIN Purwokerto students tend to learn integrated language skills, especially speaking and listening.

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Quality of Websites about Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (Preprint)

10.2196/preprints.14220 ◽

2019 ◽

Author(s):

Catrin Eriksson ◽

Matilda Skinstad ◽

Susanne Georgsson ◽

Tommy Carlsson

Keyword(s):

Content Analysis ◽

Web Based ◽

Treatment Choices ◽

Unintended Pregnancies ◽

Sources Of Support ◽

The Mean ◽

Long Acting ◽

Swedish Patient ◽

The Web

BACKGROUND Long-acting reversible contraception are recommended for those who wish to prevent unintended pregnancies. Use of the Web for information about contraception is widespread, but there is a risk that patients come in contact with sources of low quality. OBJECTIVE The overarching aim was to investigate the quality of websites about long-acting reversible contraception. METHODS Swedish patient-oriented websites were identified through searches in Google (n=46 included websites). Reliability and information about treatment choices was assessed by two assessors with the DISCERN instrument, transparency was analyzed with the Journal of the Medical Association benchmarks, completeness was assessed with content analysis, and readability was analyzed with Readability Index. RESULTS The mean DISCERN was 44.1 (SD 7.7) for total score, 19.7 (SD 3.7) for reliability, 22.1 (SD 4.1) for information about treatment choices, and 2.3 (SD 1.1) for overall quality. A majority of the included websites had low quality concerning if it included information when the information was produced (87%), if it was clear which sources that were used to compile the publication (78%), and if it provided additional sources of support and information (66%). Less than half of the websites adhered to any of the JAMA benchmarks. We identified 23 categories of comprehensiveness. The most frequent was treatment mechanism, which was covered by 39 (85%) websites. The least frequent was when treatment may be initiated following an abortion, which was covered by 3 (7%) websites. Mean Readability Index was 42.5 (SD 6.3, Range 29-55) indicating moderate or difficult readability levels. CONCLUSIONS The quality of patient-oriented websites about long-acting reversible contraception is poor. There is an undeniable need to support and guide laypersons that intend to use web-based sources about contraceptive alternatives, so that they may reach informed decisions based on sufficient knowledge.

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English-Language Teaching with Learning Objects at PUCPR

Handbook of Research on E-Learning Methodologies for Language Acquisition ◽

10.4018/978-1-59904-994-6.ch008 ◽

2011 ◽

pp. 120-131

Author(s):

Patrica Lupion Torres ◽

Rita de Cassia Veiga Marriott ◽

Andreia Ferreira Ramos

Keyword(s):

Online Education ◽

Language Learning ◽

English Language ◽

Learning Objects ◽

Virtual Learning Environment ◽

Theory And Practice ◽

English Language Teaching ◽

Web Based ◽

Didactic Material ◽

Teaching Learning

This chapter presents the experience of production and use of learning objects (LOs) for English-language learning at the Pontificia Universidade Catolica do Parana (PUCPR), Brazil. PUCPR made its first steps towards online education in 1995 when it started developing its virtual learning environment. Along this trajectory, the need was felt to look for technological resources for the development of digital didactic material. This led to the creation of the Web-based Student Support System (SAAW) by the Center for Educational Technologies. In this research, we developed a case study as the basis for this small data-collection study to elucidate and analyze perceptions and information supplied by the study population. This study was carried out by students studying for a Master’s in Education and taking the “Theory and Practice in Distance Education” module. The English-language LO was considered to be satisfactory and to facilitate the teaching learning process.

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Strategic Advantage in Web Tourism Promotion

International Business ◽

10.4018/978-1-4666-9814-7.ch028 ◽

2016 ◽

pp. 597-618 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Arunasalam Sambhanthan ◽

Alice Good

Keyword(s):

Developing Countries ◽

Content Analysis ◽

Organizational Factors ◽

Web Content ◽

Web Based ◽

Factors Affecting ◽

Tourism Promotion ◽

Level Data ◽

Process Level ◽

Trust Information

This research informs the means to develop an e-commerce strategy for web based tourism promotion of hotels located in developing countries. The study explored the aspects related to the use of information systems in web based tourism promotion, along with a focus on the organizational factors affecting the use of e-commerce strategy. Interviews were conducted with the managers of selected five sample hotels located in Sri Lanka. A structured web content analysis was undertaken for all five sample hotels to trace process level data on the e-commerce web content. Specific aspects of web content analysis include interactivity, trust, information and value adding features. Instrument for web content analysis was developed by the researcher. The outcome of research produces an outline for developing an e-commerce strategy for hotels located in developing countries to achieve strategic advantages in web based tourism promotion.

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Learning through Web-Based Authoring Tools

Models for Improving and Optimizing Online and Blended Learning in Higher Education - Advances in Higher Education and Professional Development ◽

10.4018/978-1-4666-6280-3.ch015 ◽

2015 ◽

pp. 269-278

Author(s):

Tony Lee ◽

Doo Hun Lim

Keyword(s):

Online Learning ◽

Online Education ◽

Generation X ◽

Authoring Tools ◽

Web Content ◽

Web Based ◽

Baby Boomer Generation ◽

Learning Content ◽

Readiness To Learn ◽

The Web

The Web-based authoring tools are great additions to online education and training programs. This chapter provides a portrait of roles and impacts of Web-based authoring tools in online learning environments. With all the unique functions and options that are available in Web-based authoring tools, it is not required for instructors and trainers to be Web development experts to create quality online learning instructions that meet the needs of the multi-generational learners (i.e., traditionalist, baby boomer, generation X, and generation Y). In addition, the Web-based authoring tools enable instructors and trainers to create media-rich learning instructions and transform dry Web content into engaging and exciting learning content. Besides recreating and transforming Web content, Web-based authoring tools also play an important role in expanding learners' attention spans and their readiness to learn.

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Development of Teaching Materials Drama for Web-Based to Improve the Students’ Skill for Digital Literacy and English Language for Students at FKIP UMSU

Budapest International Research and Critics Institute (BIRCI-Journal) Humanities and Social Sciences ◽

10.33258/birci.v3i4.1285 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 3 (4) ◽

pp. 2750-2758

Author(s):

Ratna Sari Dewi ◽

Diani Syahputri

Keyword(s):

Teacher Training ◽

Research And Development ◽

Digital Literacy ◽

English Language ◽

Instructional Materials ◽

Development Model ◽

Education Department ◽

Training And Education ◽

Web Based

The purpose of this research is to develop instructional materials web-based for drama subject who is feasible and valid at Teacher Training and Education Department (FKIP) at Muhammadiyah University of Sumatera Utara and effectively to improve the students’ achievement in Digital Literacy as well as English Language. The research and development model used 4 D (Define, Design, Develop and Disseminate). The instrument of this research is questionnaires given to the seventh grade students. To test the quality of instructional drama material and tested the validity and practicality assessed by experts (material and media experts), lecturers and students. To find out the students ability in term of digital literacy and English language, the students given the tests. This research is analyzed by using Linkert Scale. The findings of the research are developed at umsu’s website that is e-learning.umsu.com. The result of experiment to experts, lecturers and students showed that instructional web based for drama subject is feasible and valid, besides it is also effective to improve the students’ achievement in digital literacy and English language.

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Using web content analysis to create innovation indicators—What do we really measure?

Quantitative Science Studies ◽

10.1162/qss_a_00086 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 1 (4) ◽

pp. 1601-1637

Author(s):

Mikaël Héroux-Vaillancourt ◽

Catherine Beaudry ◽

Constant Rietsch

Keyword(s):

Content Analysis ◽

Innovation Process ◽

Advanced Materials ◽

External Financing ◽

Web Content ◽

Ip Protection ◽

Web Based ◽

Corporate Websites ◽

Core Concepts ◽

Innovation Indicators

This study explores the use of web content analysis to build innovation indicators from the complete texts of 79 corporate websites of Canadian nanotechnology and advanced materials firms. Indicators of four core concepts (R&D, IP protection, collaboration, and external financing) of the innovation process were built using keywords frequency analysis. These web-based indicators were validated using several indicators built from a classic questionnaire-based survey with the following methods: correlation analysis, multitraits multimethods (MTMM) matrices, and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). The results suggest that formative indices built with the questionnaire and web-based indicators measure the same concept, which is not the case when considering the items from the questionnaire separately. Web-based indicators can act either as complements to direct measures or as substitutes for broader measures, notably the importance of R&D and the importance of IP protection, which are normally measured using conventional methods, such as government administrative data or questionnaire-based surveys.

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