scholarly journals Myles Brand’s Philosophy of the Value of Intercollegiate Athletics: A Collaborative Effort and the Perspective of Two Black Males on Educational Achievement at the NCAA

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Keith Harrison ◽  
Bernard Franklin ◽  
Whitney Griffin
Keyword(s):  
Intercollegiate Athletics ◽  
National Collegiate Athletic Association ◽  
Personal Narrative ◽  
Educational Achievement ◽  
Narrative Structure ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Collaborative Effort ◽  
Academic Progress Rate ◽  
Working Together ◽  
Progress Rate

The value of intercollegiate athletics in universities has increased since Dr. Myles Brand’s presidency. Brand believed strongly in the integrated view of education and sport. This paper follows the emergence and value of the personal narrative by two African American males working together within the structural forces of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), higher education, and intercollegiate athletics. The personal narrative collaborative effort occurred in the early stages of the NCAA’s Academic Progress Rate movement during Brand’s leadership decision to harmonize education and sport. The personal narrative structure focuses on one of Brand’s major initiatives: improving academic standards. One culturally relevant program that resulted in a collaborative moment during Brand’s leadership tenure will be the focus of this paper, as well as the potential contributions to theory and practice.

Voices Inside Schools - Historical Perspective as an Important Element of Teachers' Knowledge: A Sonata-Form Case Study of Equity Issues in a Chemistry Classroom

2000 ◽  
Vol 70 (3) ◽  
pp. 370-405 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zachary Dean Sconiers ◽  
Jerry Lee Rosiek
Keyword(s):  
Science Education ◽  
Educational Equity ◽  
Narrative Structure ◽  
School Science ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Full Detail ◽  
Sonata Form ◽  
Equity Issues ◽  
University Researcher

In this article, middle school science teacher Zachary Sconiers and university researcher Jerry Rosiek introduce the sonata-form case study, a narrative structure designed to document teachers' understandings of how subject matter and sociocultural influences intersect in the classroom. Written in collaboration with the Fresno Science Education Equity Teacher Research Project, this case study is told from the perspective of Jerome Jameson, a fictional chemistry teacher, whose story is based on Sconiers's actual teaching experiences. Also integrated into the narrative are Sconiers's in-depth reflections on the connections between his commitment to science education and his commitment to promoting educational equity. The sonata-form case study is followed by an afterword, written by Rosiek and Sconiers, that describes this unique methodology for teacher inquiry in full detail. The writing process for the case study was extensive and iterative: the two authors worked closely over the course of a year to develop the narrative, with Rosiek taking the lead on revising and editing. With this case study, Sconiers and Rosiek highlight the critical need for a new form of educational research, one that "builds bridges between the discourses of educational excellence and educational equity, as well as between theory and practice."

scholarly journals Practices of Athletic Trainers Using Weight Charts to Determine Hydration Status and Fluid Intervention Strategies

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeremy M. Eith ◽  
Clint R. Haggard ◽  
Dawn M. Emerson ◽  
Susan W. Yeargin
Keyword(s):  
Intercollegiate Athletics ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
National Collegiate Athletic Association ◽  
Athletic Trainers ◽  
National Association ◽  
Hydration Status ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Body Mass Change

Context Determining an athlete's hydration status allows hydration-related concerns to be identified before significant medical or performance concerns arise. Weight charts are an accurate measure of hydration status changes, yet their clinical use by athletic trainers (ATs) is unknown. Objective To investigate ATs' use of weight charts in athletic settings and describe their subsequent clinical decisions. Design Cross-sectional survey. Setting High schools and National Collegiate Athletic Association Divisions I, II, III and National Association Intercollegiate Athletics colleges. Patients or Other Participants A total of 354 ATs (men = 162, women = 17; 17 respondents did not answer the demographic questions) responded across athletic settings (Division I [45.7%]; Division II, Division III, National Association Intercollegiate Athletics combined [n = 19.9%]; and high school [34.4%]). Main Outcome Measure(s) The 26-question online survey was developed by content experts and pilot tested before data collection. Participants answered questions focused on weight-chart use (implementation, timing, and calculations) and clinical decision processes (policies, interventions, and referral). Frequency statistics were calculated. Results The majority of ATs (57.2%) did not use weight charts. Of those who did, most (76.0%) used charts with football, soccer (28%), and wrestling (6%) athletes. They calculated changes as either an absolute (42.2%) or percentage (36.7%) change from prepractice to postpractice; only 11.7% used a baseline weight for calculations. Of those who used the percentage change in body mass, 66.0% selected a threshold of −3% to −4% for an intervention. Most ATs (97.0%) intervened with oral education, whereas only one-third (37.0%) provided specific fluid amounts based on body mass changes. Conclusions Typically, ATs in athletic settings did not use weight charts. They considered a body mass change of –3% the indication for intervention but did not specify rehydration amounts for hypohydrated athletes. Educational workshops or technology applications could be developed to encourage ATs to use weight charts and calculate appropriate individual fluid interventions for their athletes.

NAIA to NCAA D-II Sports Transition

2015 ◽  
pp. 472-512
Author(s):  
Sherrie L. Wisdom ◽  
Graham Weir
Keyword(s):  
Intercollegiate Athletics ◽  
Liberal Arts ◽  
National Collegiate Athletic Association ◽  
Transition Process ◽  
Academic Community ◽  
Academic Impact ◽  
Liberal Arts University ◽  
Real World Application ◽  
Quantitative Verification ◽  
Barriers And Challenges

The intent of this chapter is to provide results of a self-study of the transition process of a medium-sized, independent university from affiliation with National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics to National Collegiate Athletic Association Division II. This transitional movement by a four-year, liberal arts University represented real-world application of critical thinking to decision making, which created an impact on all stakeholders. The study purpose was to provide documentation of the transition with analysis of potential barriers and challenges, an examination of procedures placed, and quantitative verification of potential academic impact on both athletes and non-athletes. Data informed the original decision. This project continued analysis with before-to-after comparisons of measureable characteristics, such as athlete and non-athlete GPA, extent to which NCAA involvement influenced both athlete and non-athlete student choice to attend University, and before-to-after perceptions of University's reputation and stature within the academic community.

Law enforcement and academics working together on cold case investigations: lessons learned and paths forward

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 93-111
Author(s):  
Bryanna Fox ◽  
Lauren N. Miley ◽  
Scott Allen ◽  
Jordan Boness ◽  
Cassandra Dodge ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Law Enforcement ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
South Florida ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Collaborative Effort ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Working Together ◽  
The University ◽  
Cold Case

Purpose The purpose of this study is to outline the specific details and lessons learned during a cold case collaborative effort, which granted graduate students and a professor from the University of South Florida the opportunity to assist Pasco Sheriff’s Office in the investigation of a cold case homicide. Methodology The collaboration between law enforcement and academics is a new and emerging strategy to investigate cold cases and identify the elusive offenders who committed these crimes. Such collaboration aids law enforcement by obtaining a force multiplier for investigative resources, accessing cutting-edge evidence-based research and cultivating innovative approaches to their work. For academics, such collaboration allows the unique opportunity to engage in translational criminology, which is an important and increasingly encouraged aspect of the field. Findings In this paper, the authors provide an overview of the process used to study this cold case as part of an experiential academic course, provide evidence-based research findings relevant to cold case investigations and outline the steps for others to replicate the efforts. Originality/value The authors describe in detail the process used to “work” the cold case, academic research that the authors found useful in understanding and investigating cold cases, important lessons learned and advice for future academics and practitioners who undertake an incredible collaborative effort such as this.

The partnering of museums and academics: working together on history that matters

2018 ◽  
Vol 47 (2) ◽  
pp. 119-130
Author(s):  
Eloise Wallace ◽  
Kay Morris Matthews
Keyword(s):  
Public History ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
World War ◽  
World War One ◽  
Tertiary Sector ◽  
Content Type ◽  
History Museum ◽  
Working Together ◽  
Adults And Children ◽  
Impact Framework

Purpose Museums and academics collaborating to create knowledge and learning opportunities is a current innovative strand of museum theory and practice. Working together across boundaries, incorporating a range of communication tools both inside and outside of the exhibition, the objective is to make the past more accessible to adults and children alike. The paper reflects the authors’ respective recent experiences of presenting alternative perspectives and interpretations on history that mattered, namely, a unique exhibition and publication entitled Recovery: Women’s Overseas Service in World War One. The authors offer a number of “signposts” for museums and academics to consider ahead of embarking on collaborative projects. The paper aims to discuss these issues. Design/methodology/approach Theorising and reflecting on the research and curation of a public history museum exhibition that included high levels of community engagement. Findings The authors offer a number of “signposts” for museums and academics to consider ahead of embarking on collaborative projects utilising a collective impact framework and argue that these “signposts” are likely pre-requisites for successful museum-academic partnerships. Originality/value Successful partnerships and collaborations between the museum and the tertiary sector do not happen through goodwill and shared philosophies alone. This paper reflects the authors’ respective recent experiences of presenting alternative perspectives and interpretations on history that mattered, namely, a unique exhibition and publication entitled Recovery: Women’s Overseas Service in World War One.

Stigma Consciousness and Work Outcomes of Senior Woman Administrators: The Role of Workplace Incivility

2021 ◽  
Vol 35 (1) ◽  
pp. 69-80
Author(s):  
Janelle E. Wells ◽  
Melanie Sartore-Baldwin ◽  
Nefertiti A. Walker ◽  
Cheryl E. Gray
Keyword(s):  
Intercollegiate Athletics ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
National Collegiate Athletic Association ◽  
Workplace Incivility ◽  
Work Outcomes ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Stigma Consciousness ◽  
Empirical Examination ◽  
Senior Woman Administrators ◽  
Uncivil Behaviors

Stigmas and incivility are common across all facets of sport, yet empirical examination is lacking, especially when it comes to women in leadership positions. In intercollegiate athletics, the senior woman administrator position is designated by the National Collegiate Athletic Association as the highest ranking woman serving the athletic department, so this study examined the extent to which stigma consciousness and workplace incivility impact the work outcomes of 234 senior woman administrators. Structural equation modeling and open-ended responses demonstrated that stigma consciousness is associated with higher perceived incivility, which is associated with lower job satisfaction and perceived organizational opportunity. Thus, stigma consciousness and workplace incivility not only operate as influential independent factors within the workplace setting, but stigma consciousness also serves as an antecedent to workplace incivility. Managerial strategies empowering professionals may help reduce stigmas, prevent uncivil behaviors in the workplace, and ultimately, improve outcomes.

Applications: Rating College Passers

1981 ◽  
Vol 74 (6) ◽  
pp. 451-452
Author(s):  
William D. Jamski
Keyword(s):  
Intercollegiate Athletics ◽  
Ncaa Division I ◽  
National Collegiate Athletic Association ◽  
Statistical Data ◽  
College Football ◽  
Division I ◽  
Governing Body

In 1980 there were many good passers in college football, but how would you rate them? The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the major governing body for intercollegiate athletics, proceeds by maintaining statistical data on the performance of the passers in a number of categories. This information provides the bases for making objective comparisons among the passers. For example, in table 1, the four leading passers for NCAA Division I (major college football) in 1980 are listed alphabetically with their respective passing statistics. From these data, differences in the performance of the passers can be noted.

Women and the NCAA: Not Separate—Not Equal

1995 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 244-248 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dorothy J. Lovett ◽  
Carla D. Lowry
Keyword(s):  
Intercollegiate Athletics ◽  
National Collegiate Athletic Association ◽  
Women's Athletics ◽  
Status Quo ◽  
Historical Overview ◽  
Men And Women ◽  
The Status ◽  
Role Of Women

The purpose of this paper is to present a historical overview of the role of women in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) since the demise of the Association of Intercollegiate Athletics for Women (AIAW). The paper traces the reluctance of some men and women to form this uneasy alliance. The paper presents evidence showing that the NCAA recognizes that women's athletics are part of the organization and that they deserve recognition and concern. However, the paper also shows that when substantive changes in the NCAA appeared imminent and the degree of recognition approached proportional equity, the pervasive and strong loyalty to the status quo quelled any proactive legislation that might include equal voice for reform in the organization.

scholarly journals Newly Credentialed Athletic Trainers' Perceptions of Professional Preparation for Their Role as Collegiate Graduate Assistants

2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 227-238 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ashley B. Thrasher ◽  
Stacy E. Walker ◽  
Dorice A. Hankemeier
Keyword(s):  
Athletic Training ◽  
Intercollegiate Athletics ◽  
Clinical Education ◽  
National Collegiate Athletic Association ◽  
Athletic Trainers ◽  
Professional Preparation ◽  
Graduate Assistant ◽  
Graduate Assistants ◽  
Data Saturation ◽  
National Athletic Trainers Association

Context: The professional preparation of newly credentialed athletic trainers (ATs) has been passionately debated. Understanding how newly credentialed ATs feel they are prepared will help enhance professional preparation. Objective: Explore newly credentialed ATs' perceptions of their professional preparation for their role. Design: Phenomenological qualitative. Setting: Phone interviews with graduate assistant ATs in the collegiate setting. Patients or Other Participants: Nineteen collegiate graduate assistants (15 female, 4 male; average age = 23 ± 0.15 years; National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I: 13, II: 3, III: 2, National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics: 2; postprofessional athletic training program: 6). Main Outcome Measure(s): Participants were recruited via an e-mail from the National Athletic Trainers' Association database sent to all certified students. Data were collected via phone interviews, which were recorded and transcribed verbatim. Interviews were conducted until data saturation occurred. Data were analyzed through phenomenological reduction, with data coded for common themes and subthemes. Credibility was established via member checks and peer debriefing. Results: Two themes emerged: facilitators and barriers. Overall, participants felt academically prepared for their role, but preparedness was often dependent on the facilitators of academic rigor, hands-on opportunities in clinical education, and their preceptor. Barriers included a lack of rigor in the academic setting, lack of active opportunities in clinical education, the culture of clinical experiences, and incongruence. Incongruence existed when students were exposed to all the competencies during didactic education, but never gained experience with some skills (eg, rehabilitation, documentation, communication) if situations never arose or they were not actively involved clinically. Conclusions: Athletic training students are being exposed to a variety of learning experiences academically, but often do not gain clinical experience if situations do not arise or preceptors do not allow active participation. To ensure new ATs are prepared, academic programs need to ensure rigor and place students with preceptors who provide active learning opportunities.

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