scholarly journals Developing client-oriented approach towards university publication activity: The Library’s experience

2016 ◽  
pp. 59-66
Author(s):  
Anastasia Makurina ◽  
Elena Teslya
Keyword(s):  
Faculty Members ◽  
Publication Activity ◽  
Design And Technology ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Scientometric Indicators ◽  
And Training ◽  
Oriented Approach ◽  
Training Faculty

The ways to satisfy clients’ critical demands in the changing paradigm of publication activity of universities on the whole and faculty members, in particular, are discussed. Some experience of gathering scientometric statistics and training faculty members in using scientometric indicators is summarized. Recommendations on monitoring these competences are given; in particular, the authors discuss the experience of short-term courses held at Omsk University of Design and Technology Library as an option aimed at improving university’s publication activity.

scholarly journals Trainings to Train Teachers Helping Dental Students Learn Ethics: Feedback of the Participants

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 80-82
Author(s):  
Rano Mal Piryani ◽  
Suneel Piryani
Keyword(s):  
Positive Impact ◽  
Likert Scale ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Medical Sciences ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Ethics Teaching ◽  
Interactive Session ◽  
And Training ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

INTRODUCTION: Short-term trainings for faculty members in ethics at different contexts have been shown positive impact. The objective of this study was to assess the feedback of the participant faculty. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Three short trainings to train teachers helping dental students learn ethics were organized in Jan-Feb 2019 in Universal College of Medical Sciences Bhairahawa Nepal. Twenty-five dental faculty members participated in these training; each training was of four hours. At the end of each training feedback was taken from the participants on semi-structured questionnaire. RESULTS: The rating of participants was notable on scale 1-10 for usefulness (8.84±1.03), content (8.36±1.35), relevance (8.68±0.90), facilitation (8.72± 1.21) and overall 8.92± 0.91. Their confidence level in conducting and facilitating "Think-Pair- Share" interactive session (3.68±0.69) and "Group-Work Discussion" (3.76±0.83) have increased on Likert scale 1-5. Participants rated teaching dental clinical ethics session as extremely important (3.96±0.20) on Likert scale 1-4. The participants also expressed they understand the importance of ethics teaching and practices and gained confidence to teach ethics to students. CONCLUSION: The rating on the training is notable; the perception of participants was positive regarding training and training enhanced their confidence to teach students.

Definition and Assessment of Competences in the Context of the European Diploma in Psychology

2005 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 93-102 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dave Bartram ◽  
Robert A. Roe
Keyword(s):  
Professional Competence ◽  
Professional Psychology ◽  
European Standard ◽  
Course Content ◽  
Training Course ◽  
And Training ◽  
Oriented Approach

Abstract. The European Diploma in Psychology defines a common European standard for the competences required to practice as a psychologist. This paper describes how that standard was developed and defined, and why it was considered important to bring together the traditional input-based specification of professional competence, in terms of curriculum and training course content, with a more outcome-oriented approach that focuses on the competences that a professional psychologist needs to demonstrate in practice. The paper addresses three specific questions. What are the competences that a psychologist should possess? Are these competences the same for all areas of practice within professional psychology? How can these competences be assessed?

Shell Mounds in the Southeast: Middens, Monuments, Temple Mounds, Rings, or Works?

2010 ◽  
Vol 75 (3) ◽  
pp. 551-570 ◽  
Author(s):  
William H. Marquardt
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
South Carolina ◽  
Climate Changes ◽  
Southeastern United States ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Mound Construction ◽  
Architectural Features ◽  
Shell Mounds ◽  
Shell Rings ◽  
Oriented Approach

Focusing on the southeastern United States, I provide some alternative perspectives on shell mounds previously interpreted as architectural features, temple mounds, and feasting sites. The same pattern of deposition often inferred to indicate mound construction—darker-colored, highly organic strata alternating with lighter-colored, shell-rich strata—can be accounted for by domestic midden accumulation and disposal of refuse away from living areas. Observed abundances of particular shell species can result from local or regional ecological conditions. Site complexes interpreted as architectural may have evolved largely in response to short-term climate changes. Shell rings on the Georgia and South Carolina coasts probably functioned to conserve and store unconfined water. To understand ancient shell mounds, we need a sediment-oriented approach to the study of mound deposits and more attention to the environmental contexts in which shell mounds accumulated.

Information Literacy Skills among Faculty Members in the College of Horticulture, Bagalkote, Karnataka: A Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 71-75
Author(s):  
K. N. Hemavathi ◽  
M. Chandrashekara
Keyword(s):  
Information Literacy ◽  
Literacy Skills ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Total Response Rate ◽  
Information Literacy Skills ◽  
Training Programmes ◽  
College Library ◽  
And Training ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

The present study explores the information literacy skills among the faculty members of the College of Horticulture, Bagalkote, Karnataka. A survey method was adopted in the study. The structured questionnaire was designed for data collection. A total of 110 questionnaires were distributed and 90 questionnaires were received back. The total response rate was 81.81 percent. The study found that the majority of the faculty members have better knowledge and skills about the use of different types of sources, tools, and services. The respondents suggested that the college library should conduct seminars, workshops, and training programmes from experts to improve information literacy skills.

Athletes Play Through Pain—What Does That Mean for Rehabilitation Specialists?

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (5) ◽  
pp. 640-649 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amy Barrette ◽  
Katherine Harman
Keyword(s):  
Well Being ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Semistructured Interviews ◽  
Sport Organization ◽  
The University ◽  
E Mail ◽  
Competitive Nature ◽  
And Training ◽  
Insight Into

Context: Pain in sport has been normalized to the point where athletes are expected to ignore pain and remain in the game despite the possible detrimental consequences associated with playing through pain. While rehabilitation specialists may not have an influence on an athlete’s competitive nature or the culture of risk they operate in, understanding the consequences of those factors on an athlete’s physical well-being is definitely in their area of responsibility. Objective: To explore the factors associated with the experiences of subelite athletes who play through pain in gymnastics, rowing, and speed skating. Design: The authors conducted semistructured interviews with subelite athletes, coaches, and rehabilitation specialists. They recruited coach participants through their provincial sport organization. Athletes of the recruited coaches who were recovering from a musculoskeletal injury and training for a major competition were then recruited. They also recruited rehabilitation specialists who were known to treat subelite athletes independently by e-mail. Setting: An observation session was conducted at the athlete’s training facility. Interviews were then conducted either in a room at the university or at a preferred sound-attenuated location suggested by the participant. Participants: The authors studied 5 coaches, 4 subelite athletes, and 3 rehabilitation specialists. Interventions: The authors photographed athletes during a practice shortly before an important competition, and we interviewed all the participants after that competition. Our photographs were used during the interview to stimulate discussion. Results: The participant interviews revealed 3 main themes related to playing through pain. They are: Listening to your body, Decision making, and Who decides. Conclusion: When subelite athletes, striving to be the best in their sport continue to train with the pain of an injury, performance is affected in the short-term and long-term consequences are also possible. Our study provides some insight into the contrasting forces that athletes balance as they decide to continue or to stop.

scholarly journals A Study of Emotional Intelligence Based Instructional Leadership Styles and related Indicators at University Level in Pakistan

2016 ◽  
pp. 36-45
Author(s):  
Irfan Bashir Et al.,
Keyword(s):  
Emotional Intelligence ◽  
Leadership Styles ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Free Communication ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
University Level ◽  
The Difference ◽  
And Training

The paper aimed to explore the use of different indicators of Emotional Intelligence based six leadership styles by the Heads of the Departments (HoDs) of Higher Education Institutes of Pakistan. Furthermore, the purpose was to compare self-report of HoDs regarding leadership styles and opinion of the faculty about leadership styles used by HoDs. This descriptive research used a random sampling technique to select 120 HoDs and 240 faculty members from various faculties and departments of 5 public and 5 private Sector universities of Punjab. The study used 5 point Likert Scale questionnaires based on Goleman’s leadership styles both for faculty and Heads of the Departments. Results of the study showed the difference between self-reported leadership styles of HoDs and opinion of the faculty. The study mainly suggested leadership courses and training for Heads of the Departments; strong and free communication between HoDs and the faculty; and reflective practices by Heads of the Departments.

scholarly journals РИЗИКИ ВПРОВАДЖЕННЯ ЕЛЕКТРОННИХ БІБЛІОМЕТРИЧНИХ СИСТЕМ ОЦІНЮВАННЯ ЕФЕКТИВНОСТІ ДІЯЛЬНОСТІ НАУКОВИХ ПРАЦІВНИКІВ

2015 ◽  
Vol 48 (4) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Valeriy Yu. Bykov ◽  
Nataliia V. Soroko
Keyword(s):  
Objective Evaluation ◽  
Scientific Activity ◽  
Publication Activity ◽  
Google Scholar ◽  
Network Services ◽  
Electronic Systems ◽  
Scientific Publications ◽  
Scientometric Indicators ◽  
Personal Contribution

The article deals with the results of the analysis of international and domestic experience in the use of network services, which can independently evaluate the quality of electronic publications and scientists’ publication activity. It can be achieved by the analysis of the values of scientometric indicators included in the bibliometric open electronic systems. This approach is associated with certain risks of objective evaluation of researchers’ scientific activity efficiency. The conditions for the inclusion of scientific publications in the search systems like Google Scholar are considered. It is concluded that the scientometric base, which is today an international and widely used in practice, should be developed to provide a more adequate reflection of the character and level of scientists’ scientific activity, as well as their personal contribution to the development of certain areas of science.

The Role of Faculty Advising, Mentoring, and Gatekeeping as Social Support for Undergraduate Communication Sciences and Disorders Students

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Brianne H. Roos ◽  
Janet S. Schreck
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Mentoring Programs ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Faculty Advising ◽  
Appreciative Advising ◽  
Faculty Advisors ◽  
And Training

Purpose Social support may be provided by undergraduate students' family and friends and by other members of the campus community, including faculty. The purpose of this review article was to review the existing literature about the roles of faculty members as advisors, mentors, and gatekeepers who provide social support for undergraduate students. Social support is a buffer for stress, and current undergraduate students are more stressed than their predecessors. Method The study is a narrative review of the literature about faculty as advisors, mentors, and gatekeepers. The concept of social support and its relationship to students' stress is explored, followed by a discussion of faculty advisors' roles, knowledge, and skills and a synthesis of literature about prescriptive, developmental, praxis, and appreciative advising. A discussion of faculty as mentors who focus on students' experiences before, during, and after college and as gatekeepers who look for signs of students in distress concludes the review. Conclusions Faculty may provide social support to students inside and outside the classroom as advisors, mentors, and gatekeepers. Assuming these roles means faculty must consider students as whole people who have needs and experiences beyond academics. Students' stress was clear in the literature before COVID-19, and their concerns and needs are exacerbated during the pandemic. Additional research is needed to identify effective advising and mentoring programs for communication sciences and disorders undergraduate students. Increased institutional support for and recognition of the time, resources, and training faculty need to serve in this expanded role is also critical as faculty members attempt to manage their own stress.

Comparison of methods of ranking scientists based on the Hirsch and PageRank indices: contradictory situations

2021 ◽  
pp. 39-44
Author(s):  
Hryhorii Hnatiienko ◽  
Oleksiy Oletsky
Keyword(s):  
Analytic Hierarchy Process ◽  
Pairwise Comparison ◽  
The Other ◽  
Publication Activity ◽  
Comparison Of Methods ◽  
Automated Systems ◽  
Analytic Hierarchy ◽  
H Index ◽  
Scientometric Indicators ◽  
Hierarchy Process

Experiments aimed at comparing different methods of estimating and ranking scientists and researchers on the base of their publication activity are reported. Scientometric indicators based on h-index and PageRank are being compared. For such a comparison, a graph of citations represented by a matrix was applied. An example when different methods lead to opposite results was described. For example, authors having the best PageRank-based estimations may have the least h-indices. Such a situation is possible when a high-cited author managed to obtain a key result cited by all the other authors but this author has few papers. A comparison with methods of expert estimations was carried out, which appears to be very useful for building automated systems combining various methods of algorithmic estimating and ranking. The Analytic Hierarchy Process was applied. For building pairwise comparison matrices, transitive scales with a parameter representing how much times the next level of advantage is bigger than the previous one were harnessed.

Evidence-based training approach for higher education faculty: brief model of inclusion and training of the disabled

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Gulnaz Zahid
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Students With Disabilities ◽  
Social Action ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Training Approach ◽  
The Social ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Action Model ◽  
And Training

PurposeThis interventional study aims to test the effectiveness of thek training approach for higher education faculty members to facilitate students with disabilities (SwD) to promote inclusion in higher education by operationalising approaches on the basis of the social action model. It presents an evidence-based training model created on recognised theories and strategies in the field of disability.Design/methodology/approachThe study follows a single-case pre/post-test intervention design in which data were analysed quantitatively, followed by a thematic analysis of participants' feedback and trainer's reflections. Training sessions were aligned to the social action model, the perspective of reasonable accommodations and introduction to technological support for teaching-learning and policy issues. Eighty faculty members from different schools of a multi-disciplinary Pakistani university participated in these sessions. Data from only 63 faculty members were available for analyses.FindingsTeacher Perceptions of Facilitating Students with Disabilities (TP-FSD) scale served as a pre- and post-test measure. The quantitative assessment revealed knowledge and attitudinal gains after brief trainings. However, when findings were interpreted considering effect sizes and supported by qualitative findings, moderate effectiveness level was evident. Effectiveness can be interpreted by the internal and external validity checks and findings of multiple assessments.Practical implicationsThis study can be replicated by adapting the training approach and by considering its strengths and shortcomings mentioned in detail in the discussion section.Originality/valueThe study tested the effectiveness of brief faculty training to support SwD in a multi-disciplinary university having faculty with varied education and training experience.

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