scholarly journals Finding Web-Based Anxiety Interventions on the World Wide Web: A Scoping Review

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. e14 ◽  
Author(s):  
Miriam Thiel Ashford ◽  
Ellinor K Olander ◽  
Susan Ayers
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Intervention Program ◽  
Research Evidence ◽  
Treatment Plan ◽  
Intervention Programs ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Presentation Modes ◽  
Published Evidence ◽  
Program Characteristics ◽  
The Web

Background One relatively new and increasingly popular approach of increasing access to treatment is Web-based intervention programs. The advantage of Web-based approaches is the accessibility, affordability, and anonymity of potentially evidence-based treatment. Despite much research evidence on the effectiveness of Web-based interventions for anxiety found in the literature, little is known about what is publically available for potential consumers on the Web. Objective Our aim was to explore what a consumer searching the Web for Web-based intervention options for anxiety-related issues might find. The objectives were to identify currently publically available Web-based intervention programs for anxiety and to synthesize and review these in terms of (1) website characteristics such as credibility and accessibility; (2) intervention program characteristics such as intervention focus, design, and presentation modes; (3) therapeutic elements employed; and (4) published evidence of efficacy. Methods Web keyword searches were carried out on three major search engines (Google, Bing, and Yahoo—UK platforms). For each search, the first 25 hyperlinks were screened for eligible programs. Included were programs that were designed for anxiety symptoms, currently publically accessible on the Web, had an online component, a structured treatment plan, and were available in English. Data were extracted for website characteristics, program characteristics, therapeutic characteristics, as well as empirical evidence. Programs were also evaluated using a 16-point rating tool. Results The search resulted in 34 programs that were eligible for review. A wide variety of programs for anxiety, including specific anxiety disorders, and anxiety in combination with stress, depression, or anger were identified and based predominantly on cognitive behavioral therapy techniques. The majority of websites were rated as credible, secure, and free of advertisement. The majority required users to register and/or to pay a program access fee. Half of the programs offered some form of paid therapist or professional support. Programs varied in treatment length and number of modules and employed a variety of presentation modes. Relatively few programs had published research evidence of the intervention’s efficacy. Conclusions This review represents a snapshot of available Web-based intervention programs for anxiety that could be found by consumers in March 2015. The consumer is confronted with a diversity of programs, which makes it difficult to identify an appropriate program. Limited reports and existence of empirical evidence for efficacy make it even more challenging to identify credible and reliable programs. This highlights the need for consistent guidelines and standards on developing, providing, and evaluating Web-based interventions and platforms with reliable up-to-date information for professionals and consumers about the characteristics, quality, and accessibility of Web-based interventions.

scholarly journals Web-Based Dietary and Physical Activity Intervention Programs for Hypertensive Patients: A Scoping Literature Review (Preprint)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fatimah Najihah Baderol Allam ◽  
Mohd Ramadan Ab Hamid ◽  
Siti Sabariah Buhari ◽  
Harrinni Md Noor
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Intervention Program ◽  
Physical Activity Intervention ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Intervention Programs ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Hypertensive Patients ◽  
Manual Search ◽  
The Web

BACKGROUND Hypertension is the root cause of many chronic diseases. Lifestyle changes, i.e., dietary alterations and physical activity, were seen to be an important step in the prevention and treatment of hypertension. Educating people through the web-based interventional programs could offer an effective solution and help these hypertensive patients in the existing healthcare scenario. OBJECTIVE In this study, the researchers conducted a literature review of the web-based dietary changes and physical activity-related intervention programs designed for the hypertensive patients, for identifying the methodologies, effectiveness, protocols and the theories that could affect and improve the existing clinical activities. METHODS This review is supported by the 5-stage framework proposed by Arksey and O’Malley, for mapping the relevant studies published in the literature in the following manner: (1) Identifying the research questions; (2) Identifying the relevant studies; (3) Selection of such studies for further reviewing; (4) Charting the data from the selected studies in the literature; and (5) Summarising the reports and the results. Here, the researchers carried an electronic and manual search of the 6 databases. They have summarised all the data based on the characteristics of the different web-based tools (i.e., structure, function, and communication paradigm), context and users, intended use, evaluation (of the study design and the outcomes) using the studies in the literature. RESULTS The researchers selected 15 web-based intervention articles published on the topic of hypertension from 7 countries. A few of these web-based tools (26.5%, 4/15) included >3 functions and provided a lot of important information (like appointments, health record, or viewable care). Several tools were seen to be standalone tools (73.5%, 11/15), while a majority of the tools supported the communication intervention-related lifestyle or behavioural changes (86.5%, 13/15) and the medication adherence (40%, 6/15). It was seen that physicians (60%, 9/15), allied health professionals from different disciplines (33.5%, 5/15), and nurses (33.5%, 5/15), were the healthcare providers who generally used these tools for communicating with their patients. More than half of the above tools (67%, 10/15) were assessed by different researchers in the randomised controlled trials, while 5 tools (33%, 5/15) were investigated in the non-randomised studies. CONCLUSIONS In this study, the researchers identified many web-based intervention programs for hypertensive patients from the databases. They stated that developers need to consider the preferences of the patients with regards to the information or the design features while developing or modifying the web-based educational websites. These tools could be used for designing a patient-tailored website intervention program which was based on the diet and the physical activities for the hypertensive patients.

A Framework for the Development of an Accredited Web-Based Computer Information Systems Degree

2003 ◽  
pp. 21-33
Author(s):  
Kathy S. Lassila ◽  
Kris Howell
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Key Factors ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Online Delivery ◽  
Certificate Programs ◽  
Computer Information Systems ◽  
Baccalaureate Programs ◽  
Recent Innovation ◽  
The Web

The Web-based delivery of online IS baccalaureate programs is a recent innovation. While IS researchers have identified a number of key factors related to the effective online delivery of individual courses, little empirical evidence exists to suggest “best practices” in the development and delivery of a complete four-year IS online degree program. This chapter examines and synthesizes IS education criteria from two sources: the Computer Sciences Accreditation Commission, which recently established criteria for accrediting programs in information systems, and the Regional Accrediting Commissions, which issued guidelines for the evaluation of electronically offered degree and certificate programs. The result is a set of guidelines that act as a framework for the development of online baccalaureate programs in computer information systems that addresses both IS and online accreditation requirements.

15-Month Follow-Up Data on the Web-Based Autonomy-Supportive Intervention Program for PE Teachers

2019 ◽  
Vol 127 (1) ◽  
pp. 5-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Henri Tilga ◽  
Hanna Kalajas-Tilga ◽  
Vello Hein ◽  
Lennart Raudsepp ◽  
Andre Koka
Keyword(s):  
Intervention Program ◽  
Web Based ◽  
The Web ◽  
Supportive Intervention

scholarly journals An Electronic Portfolio to Support Learning

2005 ◽  
Vol 31 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne Wade ◽  
Philip Abrami ◽  
Jennifer Sclater
Keyword(s):  
Middle School ◽  
Student Learning ◽  
Educational System ◽  
Research Evidence ◽  
Electronic Portfolio ◽  
Research Project ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Further Development ◽  
The Web

n this paper, we provide a description of a CSLP research project that looked at portfolio use within a middle school, the web-based e-portfolio software we have developed within the context of the Quebec educational system, our plans for further development of the tool, and our research plans related to the use of portfolios to support learning. Our aim is to combine research evidence on portfolio use with practical feedback from the field in an attempt to develop easy-to-use, powerful software designed to support active self-regulated student learning in schools.

scholarly journals Effectiveness of a Web-Based Intervention on Parental Psychological Flexibility and Emotion Regulation: A Pilot Open Trial

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (6) ◽  
pp. 2958
Author(s):  
Juan M. Flujas-Contreras ◽  
Azucena García-Palacios ◽  
Inmaculada Gómez
Keyword(s):  
Emotion Regulation ◽  
Parental Stress ◽  
Intervention Program ◽  
Satisfaction With Life ◽  
Psychological Flexibility ◽  
Open Trial ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
The Web

“Parenting Forest” is an informed contextual therapy parenting program for improving parental emotion regulation strategies and psychological flexibility. The aim of this study was to evaluate the preliminary effectiveness of a self-guided web-based intervention of the Parenting Forest program. The intervention program consists of six self-applied sequential modules that use strategies from contextual therapies for providing a parenting style open to experience, mindful and committed to its actions. A pilot controlled open trial was conducted. Eligible parents (n = 12) enrolled in the web-based intervention completed baseline (T1) and post-intervention (T2) assessment instruments. Parental psychological flexibility, avoidance, emotional regulation, parental stress, satisfaction with life, children’s psychological adjustment and client satisfaction were measured to assess the effects of the intervention. Mood, coping, and value-related actions were assessed as measures of progress. The results showed positive effects on the parents’ psychological flexibility and emotion regulation. Parents’ mood and coping skills improved throughout the intervention program. These results provide preliminary evidence of the web-based Parenting Forest’s efficacy, although further research is needed to assess its effectiveness for prevention and in clinical populations.

Theory Supporting Design Guidelines for Web-Based Instruction

2000 ◽  
pp. 102-117 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dorothy Leflore
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Learning Theories ◽  
Gestalt Theory ◽  
Student Interactions ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Presentation Modes ◽  
Web Based Instruction ◽  
On Line ◽  
Based Instruction ◽  
The Web

More and more universities are turning to Web-based instruction in order to accommodate a larger student population. Much of the coursework available online follows the traditional packet type system that has been available for printed correspondence courses. The major difference has been synchronous and asynchronous communication, not just between the instructor and students but among the students. However, learning can be enhanced if attention is given to how the material to be learned is presented and how students are required to interact with and interpret the material. Learning theories can be used to provide sound guidelines for designing a variety of presentation modes and student activities online. Examples provided later in this chapter come from an on-line course in Learning Theories at North Carolina A & T State University which was designed and taught by Karen Smith-Gratto. A primary theory to consider is Gestalt theory because the main focus of Gestalt theorists was to explore perception and its relationship to learning. Smith-Gratto and Fisher (1998-99) stated “The screens rely heavily on the ‘visual perception’ of the learner” (p. 3). Consequently, the Laws of Perception should be the foundation for visually designing and evaluating the Web-based instructional page. Some of the Laws of Perception that would be beneficial in designing Web-based instructional pages are figure-ground contrast, simplicity, proximity, similarity, symmetry, and closure. In addition to the Laws of Perception, Gestalt theory can also provide guidance in the development of activities for students to engage in during the Web-based learning experience. While modern cognitive theory is in some respects an outgrowth of Gestalt theory, there are differences that can be exploited to provide additional approaches to Web-based instruction. There are several approaches from cognitive theory that can be used to help design what appears on the Web-based instructional page and help design student interactions. Cognitive mapping or webbing, concept attainment activities, and use of motivational graphics, animations and sounds are ways that cognitive theory can substantially contribute to the instruction. In addition to Gestalt and cognitive theory, constructivism can be drawn upon to create Web-based instructional activities that require students to approach learning in different ways. Guidelines for developing Constructivist based activities require that students be given active and engaging tasks that require more than minimal intellectual involvement. Examples of such tasks include student development of models and metaphors to explain what they are learning. Students can be provided with demonstration simulations that are not explained. Students are then required to explain what happened within the demonstration and construct definitions and explanations based upon what they observed. In addition to these types of activities, students can be required to participate in on-line problem solving activities both alone and with other students.

scholarly journals Supporting Workers to Sit Less and Move More Through the Web-Based BeUpstanding Program: Protocol for a Single-Arm, Repeated Measures Implementation Study (Preprint)

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Genevieve Nissa Healy ◽  
Ana D Goode ◽  
Alison Abbott ◽  
Jennifer Burzic ◽  
Bronwyn K Clark ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Intervention Program ◽  
Work Teams ◽  
Health And Safety ◽  
Policy And Practice ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Repeated Measures Design ◽  
National Implementation ◽  
The Web ◽  
Implementation Trial

BACKGROUND The web-based BeUpstanding Champion Toolkit was developed to support work teams in addressing the emergent work health and safety issue of excessive sitting. It provides a step-by-step guide and associated resources that equip a workplace representative—the champion—to adopt and deliver the 8-week intervention program (BeUpstanding) to their work team. The evidence-informed program is designed to raise awareness of the benefits of sitting less and moving more, build a supportive culture for change, and encourage staff to take action to achieve this change. Work teams collectively choose the strategies they want to implement and promote to stand up, sit less, and move more, with this bespoke and participative approach ensuring the strategies are aligned with the team’s needs and existing culture. BeUpstanding has been iteratively developed and optimized through a multiphase process to ensure that it is fit for purpose for wide-scale implementation. OBJECTIVE The study aimed to describe the current version of BeUpstanding, and the methods and protocol for a national implementation trial. METHODS The trial will be conducted in collaboration with five Australian workplace health and safety policy and practice partners. Desk-based work teams from a variety of industries will be recruited from across Australia via partner-led referral pathways. Recruitment will target sectors (small business, rural or regional, call center, blue collar, and government) that are of priority to the policy and practice partners. A minimum of 50 work teams will be recruited per priority sector with a minimum of 10,000 employees exposed to the program. A single-arm, repeated-measures design will assess the short-term (end of program) and long-term (9 months postprogram) impacts. Data will be collected on the web via surveys and toolkit analytics and by the research team via telephone calls with champions. The Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance Framework will guide the evaluation, with assessment of the adoption/reach of the program (the number and characteristics of work teams and participating staff), program implementation (completion by the champion of core program components), effectiveness (on workplace sitting, standing, and moving), and maintenance (sustainability of changes). There will be an economic evaluation of the costs and outcomes of scaling up to national implementation, including intervention affordability and sustainability. RESULTS The study received funding in June 2018 and the original protocol was approved by institutional review board on January 9, 2017, with national implementation trial consent and protocol amendment approved March 12, 2019. The trial started on June 12, 2019, with 48 teams recruited as of December 2019. CONCLUSIONS The implementation and multimethod evaluation of BeUpstanding will provide the practice-based evidence needed for informing the potential broader dissemination of the program. CLINICALTRIAL Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry ACTRN12617000682347; https://www.anzctr.org.au/Trial/Registration/TrialReview.aspx?id=372843&isReview=true. INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT DERR1-10.2196/15756

PENERAPAN METODE PROTOTYPING PADA PERANCANGAN APLIKASI SPPD KPPN MEDAN II BERBASIS WEBSITE

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 8-19
Author(s):  
Crystal Jelita Lumban Tobing
Keyword(s):  
Time Saving ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Government Organization ◽  
Manual Method ◽  
Microsoft Word ◽  
Ministry Of Finance ◽  
The Government ◽  
The City ◽  
Employee Data ◽  
The Web

 KPPN Medan II is one of the government organization units at the Ministry of Finance. Where leaders and employees who work at KPPN Medan II always carry out official trips between cities and outside the city. With these conditions, making SPPD documents experiencing the intensity of official travel activities carried out by employees of KPPN Medan II can be said frequently. So that in making SPPD in KPPN Medan II is still using the manual method that is recording through Microsoft Word which in the sense is less effective and efficient. In naming employees who get official assignments, officers manually entering employee data that receives official travel letters are prone to being lost because data is manually written. The web-based SPPD application is built by applying this prototyping method which is expected to facilitate SPPD KPPN Medan II management officers in making SPPD that is effective, efficient, accurate, time-saving, and not prone to losing SPPD data of KPPN Medan II employees who will has made official trips due to the existence of a special database to accommodate all SPPD files.

Rancang Bangun Sistem Penerimaan Dan Mutasi Barang Pada PDAM Tirta Kerta Raharja

Sensi Journal ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 236-246
Author(s):  
Ilamsyah Ilamsyah ◽  
Yulianto Yulianto ◽  
Tri Vita Febriani
Keyword(s):  
System Analysis ◽  
Object Oriented ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Visual Modeling ◽  
Long Time ◽  
The Right ◽  
And Control ◽  
Web Based System ◽  
The Web

The right and appropriate system of receiving and transferring goods is needed by the company. In the process of receiving and transferring goods from the central warehouse to the branch warehouse at PDAM Tirta Kerta Raharja, Tangerang Regency, which is currently done manually is still ineffective and inaccurate because the Head of Subdivision uses receipt documents, namely PPBP and mutation of goods, namely MPPW in the form of paper as a submission media. The Head of Subdivision enters the data of receipt and mutation of goods manually and requires a relatively long time because at the time of demand for the transfer of goods the Head of Subdivision must check the inventory of goods in the central warehouse first. Therefore, it is necessary to hold a design of information systems for the receipt and transfer of goods from the central warehouse to a web-based branch warehouse that is already database so that it is more effective, efficient and accurate. With the web-based system of receiving and transferring goods that are already datatabed, it can facilitate the Head of Subdivision in inputing data on the receipt and transfer of goods and control of stock inventory so that the Sub Head of Subdivision can do it periodically to make it more effective, efficient and accurate. The method of data collection is done by observing, interviewing and studying literature from various previous studies, while the system analysis method uses the Waterfall method which aims to solve a problem and uses design methods with visual modeling that is object oriented with UML while programming using PHP and MySQL as a database.

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