Synergy

2011 ◽  
pp. 1446-1464
Author(s):  
Jacqueline M. Mumford ◽  
Elizabeth Juelich-Velotta
Keyword(s):  
Instructional Technology ◽  
Service Learning ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Best Practices ◽  
Teacher Candidates ◽  
Learning Activity ◽  
Extensive Literature ◽  
Community Needs ◽  
Academic Content

Synergy describes a situation where the combined efforts are greater than individual parts. Service learning ties together academic content, in this case instructional technology, while providing service. This chapter offers an orientation to an exceptionally rewarding service learning activity in an instructional technology course. Based upon a case study and extensive literature review, this chapter provides best practices for fostering the synergy between service learning and instructional technology courses. This approach increased teacher candidates’ exposure to diversity, served community needs, and facilitated candidate practice of skills from instructional technology class.

Synergy

2010 ◽  
pp. 125-143
Author(s):  
Jacqueline M. Mumford ◽  
Elizabeth Juelich-Velotta
Keyword(s):  
Instructional Technology ◽  
Service Learning ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Best Practices ◽  
Teacher Candidates ◽  
Learning Activity ◽  
Extensive Literature ◽  
Community Needs ◽  
Academic Content

Synergy describes a situation where the combined efforts are greater than individual parts. Service learning ties together academic content, in this case instructional technology, while providing service. This chapter offers an orientation to an exceptionally rewarding service learning activity in an instructional technology course. Based upon a case study and extensive literature review, this chapter provides best practices for fostering the synergy between service learning and instructional technology courses. This approach increased teacher candidates’ exposure to diversity, served community needs, and facilitated candidate practice of skills from instructional technology class.

scholarly journals BIM and DfMA: A Paradigm of New Opportunities

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (17) ◽  
pp. 9591
Author(s):  
Sepehr Abrishami ◽  
Rocío Martín-Durán
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Energy Use ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Design Stage ◽  
Extensive Literature ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Construction Methods ◽  
Wide Range

The main goal of this study is to explore the adoption of a design for manufacturing and assembly (DfMA) and building information management (BIM) approach during the whole lifecycle of assets. This approach aims to tackle issues inherent in the design of traditional construction methods, such as low productivity and quality, poor predictability and building performance, and energy use, through the implementation of a BIM library of off-site components. In recent years, a renewed interest has been directed to the attempt to provide solutions to these urgent problems through the adoption of new advancements in technologies. However, while there are studies focussing on a BIM-DfMA approach, there is a lack of research regarding how this approach should be adopted during the whole lifecycle of the assets. Furthermore, to the best of our knowledge, defining an efficient way of developing a component-based BIM object library has not yet been included in any of the available studies. A mixed methodology approach has been used in this research. A conceptual framework was developed as the result of an extensive literature review to investigate new advancements in the AEC sector. Following the literature review, the framework was tested and validated through a case study based on the production and adoption of a BIM library of off-site components at the design stage of an asset. The architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry has recognised the necessity of a new approach that helps to resolve the well-known issues presented in traditional methods of construction. The conceptual framework and case study proposed presents a valuable new method of construction that support the implementation of a BIM and DfMA approach, highlighting their benefits. This framework has been created using many valuable and reliable sources of information. The result of this research supports the idea of a novel new construction method that focuses on a manufacturing-digital-driven industry, with the use of DfMA in a BIM-integrated approach. This novel method will add significance and be beneficial for a wide range of aspects in the construction sector, contributing to the theoretical and practical domain.

scholarly journals What Can Be Learned from the Early Stages of the COVID-19 Vaccination Rollout in Australia: A Case Study

Epidemiologia ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 587-607
Author(s):  
Juliette Caroline Choiseul ◽  
Paris Jade Emmerson ◽  
Turan Eslanloo Pereira ◽  
Seyed-Moeen Hosseinalipour ◽  
Jennifer Hasselgård-Rowe
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
State Government ◽  
Mortality Rates ◽  
Extensive Literature ◽  
Safety Issues ◽  
Key Points ◽  
Australian Economy ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Roll Out

This paper addresses the SARS-CoV-2 vaccination progress in Australia. Globally, Australia was initially praised for its national COVID-19 response, reflecting well with regard to case numbers and mortality rates. However, Australia’s progress with its vaccine rollout has come under scrutiny. When compared globally, it fares very low in terms of the number of vaccine doses administered. This paper discusses the first three months of the vaccination process, and the challenges Australia faced during that time. Through an extensive literature review, data was collected on relevant topics concerning all aspects of the Australian COVID-19 situation. The following key points are discussed: the specific COVID-19 organisation at the federal vs. the state government levels, the Australian economy, the vaccine supply strategy, and the vaccine priority roll out. In conclusion, we highlight the impact of Australia initially relying heavily on the AstraZeneca vaccine, which subsequently came under fire regarding safety issues likely linking the vaccine to thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome (TTS).

Personalizing the TV Experience

2010 ◽  
pp. 149-160 ◽  
Author(s):  
Regina Bernhaupt ◽  
David Wilfinger ◽  
Thomas Mirlacher
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Fingerprint Recognition ◽  
Living Room ◽  
Extensive Literature ◽  
Interactive Tv ◽  
Interaction Technique ◽  
Extensive Literature Review ◽  
Personalized Services ◽  
Usage Context

Personalized services and products are only successful when the usage context is taken into consideration. For interactive TV services, where usage is typically taking place in a living room, the question on how to develop an interaction technique to enable personalization is central. Based on an extensive literature review a set of requirements for personalized iTV services was developed. Following these requirements, a case study from interactive TV, called vocomedia, shows the development of an interaction concept for interactive TV supporting personalization by using a fingerprint recognition.

Gamification in Higher Education (Case Study on a Management Subject)

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (5) ◽  
pp. 211-231
Author(s):  
Andrea Bencsik ◽  
Adriana Mezeiova ◽  
Bernadett Oszene Samu
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Young People ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Primary School ◽  
National Survey ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Extensive Literature ◽  
Educational Methods ◽  
The Subject

In today’s education systems, new solutions are required for educators to raise and maintain the interest of young people (from primary school to higher education). The aim of the study is to present a self-developed gamification solution and its application in higher education in economics. The method, the process, and experiences presented in the study were tested within the framework of a management subject. The gamification model, based on an extensive literature review, was elaborated with the help of a self-developed method. Prior to the development of the process, students’ opinions on their experiences and expectations for current educational methods were surveyed. After the end of the semester, our students were asked on their feedback, and a national survey was conducted in higher education institutions about the experiences with gamification solutions. The positive consequences of the application of our own model, can be traced in the students’ continuous and year-end performance (a higher level of task solutions and better grades) and also in their feedback. Although the subject of the test semester was a management-type subject, the logic of the model can be applied within the framework of any other subject and in any higher education institution as well.

Exploration on Service Learning by InformationTechnology

2011 ◽  
Vol 58-60 ◽  
pp. 469-473
Author(s):  
Yun Xiang Li ◽  
Hui Hui Jia ◽  
Rui Qing Ge ◽  
Yu Zhu Bian
Keyword(s):  
Service Learning ◽  
Community Service ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Strategy ◽  
Course Content ◽  
Community Needs ◽  
Academic Instruction ◽  
Innovation Ability ◽  
Practical Feasibility

Service Learning is a teaching and learning strategy that integrates community service with academic instruction and reflection to enrich students further understanding of course content, meet genuine community needs, develop career-related skills, and become responsible citizens. This study focuses on a case study of service Learning through Information technology in college of China to improve students’comprehensive ability and inspire innovation ability. The study takes the qualitative research to probe into the practical feasibility and effectiveness of service learning by IT

scholarly journals Integrating Construction 4.0 Technologies: A Four-Layer Implementation Plan

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahmoud El Jazzar ◽  
Christian Schranz ◽  
Harald Urban ◽  
Hala Nassereddine
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Extensive Literature ◽  
Implementation Plan ◽  
Construction Companies ◽  
Comprehensive Plan ◽  
Extensive Literature Review ◽  
Current State ◽  
Project Lifecycle

This research explores the current state of Construction 4.0 and discusses a four-layer implementation of Construction 4.0 in the industry. The research methodology consists of an extensive literature review to gain insights about Construction 4.0 and frame the four-layer implementation plan. A case study is also presented to showcase the proposed implementation plan. Nine Construction 4.0 technologies were discussed, their integration throughout the project lifecycle was presented in a roadmap, their integration and connectivity with one another were outlined in an interaction roadmap, and the requirements necessary for achieving the 4.0 transformation were articulated. However, the proposed implementation plan is focused on nine Construction 4.0 technologies. The research presents a comprehensive plan for integrating Construction 4.0 technologies into the industry and serves as a guideline to help construction companies better understand the implications of Construction 4.0.

scholarly journals Beyond Schools: Community-Based Experiences as a Third Space in Teacher Education

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
pp. 53
Author(s):  
Melanie D. Janzen ◽  
Christie Petersen
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Education ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Teacher Candidates ◽  
Third Space ◽  
Teacher Education Programs ◽  
Education Programs ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Exploratory Case Study

Some teacher education programs have incorporated community-based experiences for teacher candidates. Based on the experiences of developing and implementing a community-based practicum in our teacher education programs, the authors conducted a small exploratory case study, aimed at examining and critically considering community-based experiences as a “third space;” an opportunity through which to challenge teacher candidates’ strongly held understandings of teaching. The purposes of this article are to share our literature review, to provide some key insights from the study findings, and to explore our lingering questions regarding the development and implementation of community-based experiences and to consider the possibilities of community-based experiences as a third space in which to disrupt teacher candidates’ assumptions about teaching.

scholarly journals Advancing Sustainability Education in Business Studies through Digital Service Learning

2020 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 283-299
Author(s):  
Stephanie Perkiss ◽  
Stephanos Anastasiadis ◽  
Leopold Bayerlein ◽  
Bonnie Dean ◽  
Hannah Jun ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Service Learning ◽  
Business Students ◽  
Learning Activity ◽  
Education Students ◽  
Global Citizens ◽  
Digital Service ◽  
Business Studies ◽  
Sustainability Curriculum

To support the development of a society that is attuned to the challenges presented by sustainable development, it is vital that higher education business students understand the value of sustainability, and act in a way that is consistent with these values. This paper explores a sustainability-focused experiential learning activity through investigating the utility of an emerging form of service learning in the digital space for developing global citizens. The paper presents an international case study of educators who employed digital service learning in various business education contexts. The research reports on the perceptions of higher education students in relation to their awareness, critical thinking and action for sustainability. The paper has practical contributions in identifying an opportunity for implementing sustainability curriculum into higher education for business.

scholarly journals A Case Study: Growing Community Partnerships with a Service-Learning Intergenerational Computing Course

2012 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jean F Coppola ◽  
Sharon Stahl Wexler ◽  
Lin J. Drury ◽  
Janna C. Heyman ◽  
Barbara A. Thomas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Service Learning ◽  
Best Practices ◽  
Community Partnerships ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Technology Research ◽  
Research Project ◽  
Positive Perspective ◽  
Significant Change

This article presents an interdisciplinary and intergenerational technology research project. Uniquely trained undergraduates enrolled in an Intergenerational Computing service-learning class instruct older adults in geriatric facilities. Geriatric facilities have few staff to work with older adults for technology activities. This model is based on mutually beneficial partnerships.  Information on best practices, research instruments, classroom exercises, and lessons learned is presented for replication into the reader’s agency and discipline. A statistically significant change in students’ attitude and advocacy toward older adults was found, as well as a more positive perspective and awareness of careers in the field of aging.

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