Smart Learning through Pervasive Computing Devices

2011 ◽  
pp. 3486-3491
Author(s):  
S. R. Balasundaram ◽  
Roshy M. John ◽  
B. Ramadoss
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
At Risk Students ◽  
Engaged Learning ◽  
Smart Learning ◽  
Technology Applications ◽  
High Standards ◽  
Pullout Programs

An increasing number of educators are calling for high standards and challenging learning activities for students. Learning blended with technology can especially provide all possible sources of education. The technologies are not only going to act as technical add-ons to the system but also they can try their best to improve the quality of education. New technologies can provide meaningful learning experiences for all learners, especially those who are in the developing countries. Educational centers that capitalize on the technological and educational reforms will help students to develop higher order skills and to function effectively in the world beyond the classroom. Achieving such fundamental change, however, requires a transformation of not only the underlying pedagogy but also the kinds of technology applications typically used in classrooms serving at-risk students. The vision of classrooms structured around student involvement in challenging, long-term projects and focused on meaningful, engaged learning is important for all students. Yet such a change in practice would be especially dramatic for those students who have been characterized as economically disadvantaged or at risk. Traditionally, schools have had lower expectations for such students. Teachers have emphasized the acquisition of basic skills for at-risk students, often in special pullout programs or in lower level tracks.

Computer Mediated Collaboration

2009 ◽  
pp. 27-45
Author(s):  
Barrie Jo Price
Keyword(s):  
New Technologies ◽  
Social Changes ◽  
Engaged Learning ◽  
Contributing Factors ◽  
Self Reflection ◽  
Computer Mediated ◽  
Technology Applications ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

Computer-mediated collaboration is examined through the lenses of societal change and the dynamic nature of technology. Trends and contributing factors are reviewed in the context of the difference between going to work and doing work and the implications for collaboration using technology to overcome distance and time. The demand to work in situations where propinquity does not define the relationship of information, resources, and managerial structure is reviewed. The confluence of social changes and new technologies is examined including the emergence of Web 2.0. Four themes are explored as subsets of computer-mediated collaboration: peer review, engaged learning, consensus building and self-reflection. Technology applications related to these themes are addressed. There is a brief section on the future in which emerging technologies are explored as they relate to computer-mediated collaboration, especially mobile devices and other technologies that represent a merger of existing tool sets.

Computer Mediated Collaboration

2011 ◽  
pp. 508-526 ◽  
Author(s):  
Barrie Jo Price
Keyword(s):  
New Technologies ◽  
Social Changes ◽  
Engaged Learning ◽  
Contributing Factors ◽  
Self Reflection ◽  
Computer Mediated ◽  
Technology Applications ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

Computer-mediated collaboration is examined through the lenses of societal change and the dynamic nature of technology. Trends and contributing factors are reviewed in the context of the difference between going to work and doing work and the implications for collaboration using technology to overcome distance and time. The demand to work in situations where propinquity does not define the relationship of information, resources, and managerial structure is reviewed. The confluence of social changes and new technologies is examined including the emergence of Web 2.0. Four themes are explored as subsets of computer-mediated collaboration: peer review, engaged learning, consensus building and self-reflection. Technology applications related to these themes are addressed. There is a brief section on the future in which emerging technologies are explored as they relate to computer-mediated collaboration, especially mobile devices and other technologies that represent a merger of existing tool sets.

scholarly journals Continuous glucose monitoring: review of promising technologies

2019 ◽  
Vol 252 ◽  
pp. 02012
Author(s):  
Monika Klimek ◽  
Tytus Tulwin
Keyword(s):  
Glycemic Control ◽  
Continuous Glucose Monitoring ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Glucose Monitoring ◽  
Flash Glucose Monitoring ◽  
Uncontrolled Diabetes ◽  
Monitoring Technologies

Despite the progress we have made in the management of diabetes it is still incurable and aggravating disease affecting all domains of quality of life. Uncontrolled diabetes associated with hyperglycemia leads to serious microvascular and macrovascular long-term complications. The proper long-term glycemic control is a key strategy for preventing the development or slowing the progression of diabetes complications, thus there is a crucial role of new technologies in the diabetes care. New technologies in diabetology are developing dynamically in recent years and therefore this is a topical issue. In this paper we describe current and developing continuous glucose monitoring technologies and their usefulness in promoting optimal glycemic control, influence on personalized diabetes managements and the functioning of patients. Moreover we review knowledge about flash glucose monitoring and close-loop system. This review examines studies published before 31st August 2018.

scholarly journals Is physiological glucocorticoid replacement important in children?

2016 ◽  
Vol 102 (2) ◽  
pp. 199-205 ◽  
Author(s):  
John Porter ◽  
Joanne Blair ◽  
Richard J Ross
Keyword(s):  
Circadian Rhythm ◽  
Adrenal Insufficiency ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Poor Quality ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Once Daily ◽  
Low Concentrations ◽  
Diabetes And Obesity

Cortisol has a distinct circadian rhythm with low concentrations at night, rising in the early hours of the morning, peaking on waking and declining over the day to low concentrations in the evening. Loss of this circadian rhythm, as seen in jetlag and shift work, is associated with fatigue in the short term and diabetes and obesity in the medium to long term. Patients with adrenal insufficiency on current glucocorticoid replacement with hydrocortisone have unphysiological cortisol concentrations being low on waking and high after each dose of hydrocortisone. Patients with adrenal insufficiency complain of fatigue, a poor quality of life and there is evidence of poor health outcomes including obesity potentially related to glucocorticoid replacement. New technologies are being developed that deliver more physiological glucocorticoid replacement including hydrocortisone by subcutaneous pump, Plenadren, a once-daily modified-release hydrocortisone and Chronocort, a delayed and sustained absorption hydrocortisone formulation that replicates the overnight profile of cortisol. In this review, we summarise the evidence regarding physiological glucocorticoid replacement with a focus on relevance to paediatrics.

scholarly journals Long-term mental wellbeing and functioning after surgery for cauda equina syndrome

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (8) ◽  
pp. e0255530
Author(s):  
James E. Hazelwood ◽  
Ingrid Hoeritzauer ◽  
Alan Carson ◽  
Jon Stone ◽  
Andreas K. Demetriades
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Cauda Equina ◽  
Mental Wellbeing ◽  
Physical Dysfunction ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related

Introduction Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) can cause persisting life-changing dysfunction. There is scarce literature regarding the long-term assessment of CES symptoms, and rarer still is the impact of these symptoms on mental wellbeing investigated. This study assessed the long-term patient reported mental wellbeing outcomes of post-operative CES patients. Methods Patients who underwent surgery for CES between August 2013 and November 2014 were identified using an ethically approved database. They then completed validated questionnaires over the telephone assessing their mental and physical functioning (Short-Form 12 Questionnaire), generating the Physical Component Summary (PCS) and Mental Component Summary (MCS). Bladder, bowel and sexual function were also assessed using validated questionnaires. MCS scores were compared to both the Scottish mean and previously published cut-offs indicating patients at risk of depression. Correlations of MCS with bladder, bowel, sexual and physical dysfunction were examined and multifactorial regression to predict MCS from these variables analysed. Independent t-tests assessed the mean difference in MCS between patients presenting with incomplete CES (CES-I) and CES with retention (CES-R) and between those with radiologically confirmed and impending CES. Results Forty-six participants with a mean follow-up time of 43 months completed the study. The mean (±SD) MCS was 49 (±11.8) with 22% demonstrating poor mental health related quality of life in comparison to the Scottish mean. Overall, 37% had scores consistent with being at risk for depression with in the last 30 days, and 45% within the last 12 months. MCS was significantly correlated with Urinary Symptoms Profile (USP) score (-0.608), NBDS score (-0.556), ASEX score (-0.349) and PCS score (0.413) with worse bladder, bowel, sexual and physical dysfunction associated with worse MCS score. Multifactorial regression analysis demonstrated both urinary (USP score p = 0.031) and bowel function (NBDS score p = 0.009) to be significant predictive variables of mental health related quality of life. There were no significant mean differences in MCS between those presenting with CES-I and CES-R or those with radiologically complete and impending CES. Discussion This study demonstrates a high frequency of being at risk for depression in patients with CES and identifies outcome measures (physical, sexual and more so bladder and bowel dysfunction) associated with poorer mental wellbeing. Our large cohort and long follow-up highlight that CES patients should be considered at risk of depression, and the need to consider mental health outcomes following CES surgery.

Protecting Musicians from Hearing Damage: A Review of Evidence-based Research

2009 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
pp. 103-107
Author(s):  
Michael Santucci
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Sufficient Evidence ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Loss Prevention ◽  
Sound Levels ◽  
Protection Devices ◽  
Hearing Damage

The great irony of being a musician is that the sound produced—the very essence of the musical experience—represents a long-term health risk to the artist. This overview examines the lack of sufficient evidence-based studies on this at-risk population, which is particularly important in light of the low level of compliance to hearing-loss prevention programs among musicians. The review explores the number of musicians at risk, the five most common types of hearing loss affecting them, and the necessary components of a hearing-loss prevention program, including measurement, education, and acoustic modifications to the work environment. Hearing protection devices designed specifically for performing musicians are explored in depth, including the proper use of spectrum-neutral high-fidelity earplugs with in-ear monitoring systems as tools to control sound levels without detracting from the quality of musical performance.

Abstract 15375: Patients With Congenitally Corrected Transposition of the Great Arteries Following Anatomic Repair Are at Risk of Impaired Quality of Life

Circulation ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 142 (Suppl_3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tiffany R Lim ◽  
Kimberly Watkins ◽  
Rebecca R Hartog ◽  
Megan Wilde ◽  
Andrew Rodenbarger ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Parent Report ◽  
Complex Congenital Heart Disease ◽  
Healthy Controls ◽  
Anatomic Repair ◽  
Congenitally Corrected Transposition ◽  
Corrected Transposition

Introduction: Children with complex congenital heart disease (CHD) are at increased risk for neurodevelopmental impairments and reduced quality of life (QOL). Patients (pts) with congenitally corrected transposition of the great arteries (ccTGA) often undergo anatomic repair to make the left ventricle the systemic ventricle, with the goal of long term cardiac benefits. Understanding long-term outcomes and QOL may inform preoperative counseling and treatment strategies for ccTGA. Methods: We measured QOL using PedsQL generic and cardiac modules for pts following anatomic repair of ccTGA with Senning/Arterial Switch or Senning/Rastelli operations. Impaired QOL by the PedsQL is defined by total scores <65.4 for parent report and <69.7 for pt report (possible score 0-100). Scores were compared to healthy controls and to pts with other forms of CHD, previously described in existing literature. Risk analysis for QOL impairment was performed using univariate logistic regression. Results: Of 88 eligible pts, 56 (64%) returned surveys (29% female, median age 11.8 years). Respondents were more likely to have pre-operative arrhythmias or pacemaker implantation compared to non-respondents. Mean total PedsQL score was 72 + 19 for pt report and 75 + 18 for parent report; 22 of 56 (39%) pts had impaired QOL scores, compared to 20% impaired scores in pts with any type of CHD, previously described. Mean physical functioning score was 72 + 22 for pt report and 76 + 21 for parent report. Mean psychosocial summary score was 73 + 18 and 75 + 18 for pt and parent report, respectively. Communication was the lowest scored subscale of the Cardiac module by pt (63 + 26) and parent (66 + 31) report. The treatment II subscale addressing medication compliance was the highest scored subscale with scores of 90 + 8 for pts and 91 + 15 for parent, respectively. Longer cardiopulmonary bypass time (p = 0.01), surgical or catheter-based reintervention following hospital discharge (p = 0.02) and heart failure symptoms (p = 0.04) were associated with impaired QOL. Conclusions: After anatomic repair of ccTGA, pts are at risk of impaired QOL compared to healthy controls and to pts with a broad range of CHD. Indicators of more complex surgical and post-operative courses were associated with impaired QOL.

Sleep disturbance in family caregivers of children who depend on medical technology

2017 ◽  
Vol 103 (2) ◽  
pp. 137-142 ◽  
Author(s):  
Krista Keilty ◽  
Eyal Cohen ◽  
Karen Spalding ◽  
Eleanor Pullenayegum ◽  
Robyn Stremler
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Medical Technology ◽  
Depressive Symptomatology ◽  
Sleep Diary ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Healthy Children ◽  
Daytime Function

ObjectivesFamily caregivers of children who depend on medical technology (CMT) provide highly skilled care up to 24 hours per day. Sleep disruption places family caregivers at risk for poor health and related outcomes that threaten their long-term caregiving capacity. Few studies exist that have measured sleep in family caregivers, and most have relied entirely on subjective measures.MethodsIn a prospective cohort study, family caregivers of CMT (n=42) and caregivers of healthy children (n=43) were recruited. Actigraphy data and a concurrent sleep diary were collected for 6 days/7 nights. Measures of sleep quality, depression, sleepiness, fatigue and quality of life were also administered.ResultsFamily caregivers of CMT averaged fewer hours of sleep per night (mean (SD)) (6.56 ± 1.4 vs 7.21 ± 0.6, p=0.02) of poorer quality (7.75 ± 2.9 vs 5.45 ± 2.8, p<0.01) than the control group. Three times as many family caregivers of CMT scored in the range for significant depressive symptomatology (12(33%) vs 4(10%), p=0.01) and experienced excessive daytime sleepiness (16(38%) vs 5(12%), p<0.01). Fatigue was also more problematic among family caregivers of CMT (22.12 ± 9.1 vs 17.44 ± 9.0, p=0.02).ConclusionsFamily caregivers of CMT are at risk of acute and chronic sleep deprivation, psychological distress and impaired daytime function that may threaten their capacity for sustained caregiving. Family caregivers of CMT may be important targets for screening for sleep disorders and the development of novel sleep-promoting interventions.

scholarly journals Not So Soft Skills: The Importance of Grit to College Student Success

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rebekah Reysen ◽  
Patrick Perry ◽  
Matthew Reysen ◽  
R. Dewey Knight
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Academic Success ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
At Risk Students ◽  
Public Institutions ◽  
College Student Success ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Credit Hours ◽  
Collegiate Level

According to the American College Testing organization (2012), fewer than 35% of students attending public institutions graduate within five years of enrolling. This figure increases to just over fifty percent for private attendees. Clearly, the idea of a “four-year degree” is more elusive for the majority of undergraduate students than it has ever been. These facts have led researchers to consider the factors that delay, or even prevent, graduation. The concept of “grit” (Duckworth, Peterson, Matthews, & Kelly, 2007) is defined as passion and perseverance for very long-term goals and has become a popular topic in the education literature. Duckworth et al. (2007) found that grit positively associates with academic success. The purpose of the present study was to explore the relationships between grit, academic performance, and educational attainment, as measured by number of attempted credit hours at the collegiate level. We also aimed to ascertain whether academically at-risk students (those with less than a 2.0 GPA) had lower grit scores than their non-at-risk peers. We discuss our findings in the context of potential interventions and future directions for research in this area.

scholarly journals Enhancing Lifestyle Change in Cardiac Patients Through the Do CHANGE System (�Do Cardiac Health: Advanced New Generation Ecosystem�): Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol (Preprint)

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mirela Habibović ◽  
Eva Broers ◽  
Jordi Piera-Jimenez ◽  
Mart Wetzels ◽  
Idowu Ayoola ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
New Technologies ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Behavioral Flexibility ◽  
Cardiac Patients ◽  
Cardiac Health ◽  
Artery Disease ◽  
New Generation

BACKGROUND Promoting a healthy lifestyle (eg, physical activity, healthy diet) is crucial for the primary and secondary prevention of cardiac disease in order to decrease disease burden and mortality. OBJECTIVE The current trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Do Cardiac Health: Advanced New Generation Ecosystem (Do CHANGE) service, which is developed to assist cardiac patients in adopting a healthy lifestyle and improving their quality of life. METHODS Cardiac patients (ie, people who have been diagnosed with heart failure, coronary artery disease, and/or hypertension) will be recruited at three pilot sites (Badalona Serveis Assistencials, Badalona, Spain [N=75]; Buddhist Tzu Chi Dalin General Hospital, Dalin, Taiwan [N=100] and Elisabeth-TweeSteden Hospital, Tilburg, The Netherlands [N=75]). Patients will be assisted by the Do Something Different (DSD) program to change their unhealthy habits and/or lifestyle. DSD has been developed to increase behavioral flexibility and subsequently adopt new (healthier) habits. In addition, patients’ progress will be monitored with a number of (newly developed) devices (eg, Fitbit, Beddit, COOKiT, FLUiT), which will be integrated in one application. RESULTS The Do CHANGE trial will provide us with new insights regarding the effectiveness of the proposed intervention in different cultural settings. In addition, it will give insight into what works for whom and why. CONCLUSIONS The Do CHANGE service integrates new technologies into a behavior change intervention in order to change the unhealthy lifestyles of cardiac patients. The program is expected to facilitate long-term, sustainable behavioral change. CLINICALTRIAL Clinicaltrials.gov NCT03178305; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03178305 (Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/6wfWHvuyU).

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