AUC students were required to present test on general knowledge issues. Researchers tried calculating varying degrees of mood change among participants.
This document provides information about a Behavioral Neuroscience course taught by Prof. Khalid Touzani in Spring 2012. The class meets on Tuesdays from 6:30-7:45 PM in room A101 of the Science Building. All course materials including lectures and review sheets will be posted on Blackboard. The required textbook is Neuroscience Exploring the Brain by Bear, Connors, and Paradiso. Students will take 3 exams worth 45%, 30%, and 25% of their final grade, which they can weight based on their performance. Any academic dishonesty will result in an automatic failing grade. The course will cover topics in cellular neuroscience, systems neuroscience, chemical senses, motivation, memory, emotion
This document describes a serious game called Operation ARIES that teaches scientific inquiry skills through an interactive story. The game covers important concepts in psychology, sociology, biology, and chemistry. Players help the Federal Bureau of Science investigate flawed alien research by reading interactive texts, evaluating case studies, and interrogating research examples. It aims to help high school, college students, and adults learn to critically evaluate research claims. The game implements eLearning principles and dialogue to provide feedback and assess knowledge gained over its estimated 7-15 hours of gameplay.
This document summarizes a study on effective flirting behaviors among college students. It outlines the research question, data collection methods, themes that emerged from analysis, findings, and validity issues. The main themes were intentional time, atmosphere, familiarity, body cues, acts of service, and expressing admiration. Findings suggested effectiveness depends on context and behaviors may change based on gender and objective. The conclusions call for expanding the number of subjects and using additional interview methods.
The document discusses deeper learning competencies and how they are measured. It provides examples of test questions from the PISA assessment at different levels of difficulty. Deeper learning involves skills like critical thinking and problem solving. The OECD Test for Schools also measures these deeper learning skills in addition to core subjects. It provides schools with detailed reports analyzing test results and student surveys.
The document is titled "L4 – U4 MONEY: Euros & Pounds" and was produced by "Gk’s Pirate Production". It consists of the title repeated numerous times along with symbols representing euros (€) and pounds (£) but contains no other substantive information.
Ias ips exam - the right approach eligible conditionsnthangasenthil
This document provides guidance on preparing for the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and Indian Police Service (IPS) preliminary exams. It outlines the exam structure, topics covered, recommended study materials including books and websites, exam formats, and coaching centers. The preliminary exam tests applicants on subjects like Indian geography, environment, economy, sciences, and history. The main exam has papers on more specialized topics. Regular practice of question papers and self-study are emphasized over commercial coaching.
Economic Freedom of Indian States - Report 2013-14Arun Prabhudesai
Gujarat has been ranked #1 among all Indian states in the just released “The Economic Freedom of States of India” report – 2013. The report has analyzed and studied economic development metrics of the 20 biggest states of India.
Take a look at the essay written by 2015 UPSC IAS topper - Tina Dabi.
To learn from the best teachers in the country, log on to mentiso.com (launching soon!).
This document provides information about a Behavioral Neuroscience course taught by Prof. Khalid Touzani in Spring 2012. The class meets on Tuesdays from 6:30-7:45 PM in room A101 of the Science Building. All course materials including lectures and review sheets will be posted on Blackboard. The required textbook is Neuroscience Exploring the Brain by Bear, Connors, and Paradiso. Students will take 3 exams worth 45%, 30%, and 25% of their final grade, which they can weight based on their performance. Any academic dishonesty will result in an automatic failing grade. The course will cover topics in cellular neuroscience, systems neuroscience, chemical senses, motivation, memory, emotion
This document describes a serious game called Operation ARIES that teaches scientific inquiry skills through an interactive story. The game covers important concepts in psychology, sociology, biology, and chemistry. Players help the Federal Bureau of Science investigate flawed alien research by reading interactive texts, evaluating case studies, and interrogating research examples. It aims to help high school, college students, and adults learn to critically evaluate research claims. The game implements eLearning principles and dialogue to provide feedback and assess knowledge gained over its estimated 7-15 hours of gameplay.
This document summarizes a study on effective flirting behaviors among college students. It outlines the research question, data collection methods, themes that emerged from analysis, findings, and validity issues. The main themes were intentional time, atmosphere, familiarity, body cues, acts of service, and expressing admiration. Findings suggested effectiveness depends on context and behaviors may change based on gender and objective. The conclusions call for expanding the number of subjects and using additional interview methods.
The document discusses deeper learning competencies and how they are measured. It provides examples of test questions from the PISA assessment at different levels of difficulty. Deeper learning involves skills like critical thinking and problem solving. The OECD Test for Schools also measures these deeper learning skills in addition to core subjects. It provides schools with detailed reports analyzing test results and student surveys.
The document is titled "L4 – U4 MONEY: Euros & Pounds" and was produced by "Gk’s Pirate Production". It consists of the title repeated numerous times along with symbols representing euros (€) and pounds (£) but contains no other substantive information.
Ias ips exam - the right approach eligible conditionsnthangasenthil
This document provides guidance on preparing for the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and Indian Police Service (IPS) preliminary exams. It outlines the exam structure, topics covered, recommended study materials including books and websites, exam formats, and coaching centers. The preliminary exam tests applicants on subjects like Indian geography, environment, economy, sciences, and history. The main exam has papers on more specialized topics. Regular practice of question papers and self-study are emphasized over commercial coaching.
Economic Freedom of Indian States - Report 2013-14Arun Prabhudesai
Gujarat has been ranked #1 among all Indian states in the just released “The Economic Freedom of States of India” report – 2013. The report has analyzed and studied economic development metrics of the 20 biggest states of India.
Take a look at the essay written by 2015 UPSC IAS topper - Tina Dabi.
To learn from the best teachers in the country, log on to mentiso.com (launching soon!).
This document provides information about winners of the prestigious Jnanapeetha Award from Karnataka, India's highest literary award. It lists the 8 Kannada writers who have received the award so far, from Kuvempu in 1967 to Chandrashekhara Kambaara in 2010. For each winner, it provides biographical details and highlights of their literary contributions and other awards received. The document was compiled by youth members of the Kasturi Kannada Sangha in Cleveland, Ohio.
The document discusses the history and growth of the city of Los Angeles from 1902 to 1997. It notes that the city's population grew from roughly 50,000 to over 3.8 million in that time period. Several influential events in the city's history are also mentioned, including the rise of the film industry in Hollywood and the civil unrest that occurred in 1992.
The document is a project report comparing housing loans provided by SBI and HDFC Bank. It discusses the objectives of the study, flow of presentation, introduction to housing loans, types of loans, advantages and disadvantages. It provides details about the procedures to get a loan and documents required. It then examines the features, interest rates and eligibility criteria of loans offered by SBI and HDFC Bank. Finally, it compares the key differences between loans offered by the two banks.
This document provides an overview of many common keyboard shortcuts across different operating systems and applications. It discusses shortcuts for Windows, MacOS, Linux, Internet Explorer/Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Office applications like Excel, Word, Outlook and more. It also provides tips on how to create custom keyboard shortcuts for programs and applications. The document serves as a useful reference guide for many essential keyboard shortcuts.
Electricity was first generated by a nuclear reactor in 1951 in the US. The world's first nuclear power plant to power a grid was built in 1954 in the USSR. The first commercial nuclear power station opened in 1956 in England. India's first nuclear power plant, Tarapur Atomic Power Station, opened in 1969 and housed two 160 MW reactors, the first in Asia. Nuclear power currently generates 4,780 MW in India from 20 reactors, with 5 more plants under construction. India plans to significantly expand nuclear power to 64,000 MW by 2032.
Nuclear energy works through nuclear fission, where uranium-235 is split in a nuclear reactor, generating heat. This heat is used to boil water and create steam that powers generators to produce electricity. Key advantages are that it is an energy-dense source that produces reliable base-load power with low greenhouse gas emissions. Disadvantages include nuclear waste, decommissioning costs, and safety risks from meltdowns. Overall, nuclear energy provides society with cheap, efficient electricity while creating jobs through global interest in the technology.
The document discusses the importance of nuclear power plants in India. It provides details on the basic concepts of nuclear reactions, fission, and chain reactions. It then describes the key components of a nuclear power plant including the reactor core, moderator, control rods, coolant, and reflector. Several types of power reactors are discussed - boiling water reactors, pressurized water reactors, and heavy water reactors. The document outlines India's nuclear program and goals to increase nuclear power generation to meet the country's energy needs.
Nuclear power plants generate electricity through nuclear fission. In a pressurized water reactor (PWR), heat from nuclear fission is used to heat water and produce steam to turn turbines and generate electricity. The steam does not come into contact with radioactive materials. Nuclear power plants produce far more energy from uranium fuel than fossil fuel plants and produce no greenhouse gases, but nuclear waste requires careful storage and disposal.
Pathophysiology of congestive heart failurethunderrajesh
This document provides an overview of congestive heart failure, including its definition, types, causes, symptoms, complications, diagnosis, and treatment. Congestive heart failure occurs when the heart muscle is weakened and cannot pump blood effectively, leading to fluid buildup in tissues and organs. The main types are systolic and diastolic dysfunction. Common causes include hypertension, coronary artery disease, and valvular issues. Symptoms involve fatigue, shortness of breath, and swelling. Treatment focuses on medications like ACE inhibitors, diuretics, beta blockers, and lifestyle changes such as diet, exercise, and stress reduction.
1. The document discusses several theories of crime and deviance, including functionalism, strain theory, and subcultural theories.
2. Functionalism argues that crime has positive functions for society by reaffirming social norms, while strain theory proposes that individuals engage in deviant acts when they are unable to achieve socially approved goals through legitimate means.
3. Subcultural theories suggest that some groups develop their own norms and values in opposition to the dominant culture in response to status frustration or a lack of opportunity, which can lead to criminal behavior.
This document summarizes a study of CEO succession events among the largest 100 U.S. corporations between 2005-2015. The study analyzed executives who were passed over for the CEO role ("succession losers") and their subsequent careers. It found that 74% of passed over executives left their companies, with 30% eventually becoming CEOs elsewhere. However, companies led by succession losers saw average stock price declines of 13% over 3 years, compared to gains for companies whose CEO selections remained unchanged. The findings suggest that boards generally identify the most qualified CEO candidates, though differences between internal and external hires complicate comparisons.
The document is a rubric to evaluate student participation in collaborative group projects. It contains criteria for evaluating students' contributions in terms of quantity, quality, and timeliness of work submitted. Students are rated on a scale of 0-4 for each criteria. Space is also provided for additional comments. The rubric can be used by both students to self-evaluate and by other group members to provide peer feedback.
Does the Informational Intake Mode affect the Comprehension Final experimentAmoni Douglas
1) The study tested how different modes of informational intake (electronic book, paperback, audio, and combinations) affected comprehension in college students.
2) It found that the electronic book/audio combination mode led to the best recall and highest test scores, contrary to the hypothesis that paperback/audio would be most effective.
3) The audio-only mode was shown to be the least effective, supporting the hypothesis that students have difficulty maintaining attention during audio-only intake.
Question 1 Of the following research topics, which is most lik.docxmakdul
Question 1
Of the following research topics, which is most likely to be an observational study?
The relationship between hours of exercise and sleep.
The difference in minutes a day exercising between boys and girls.
The types of exercise students engage in after school.
Students’ feelings about after-school track practice.
Question 2
Correlational research allows the researcher to answer questions such as:
what is the relationship between Variable A and Variable B?
does change in Variable A cause change in Variable B?
is there a significant difference between scores on Variable A and scores on Variable B?
does change in Variable B causes change in Variable A?
Question 3
Which of the following is an example of a good research question for a correlational study?
What are the attitudes of the parents about our districts new homework policy?
Is there a relationship between student achievement and homework completion?
Are there differences in parent attitudes about homework between mothers and fathers?
How much homework does the average fifth grade teacher in our district assign?
Question 4
Advantages of questionnaires include all of the following EXCEPT:
large numbers of people can be contacted for a relatively low cost.
data can be gathered from a large number of people in a relatively short period of time.
participants may feel more confident about their anonymity and therefore respond more honestly.
because questions are in written form, they are less likely to be misunderstood by respondents.
Question 5
Regarding the length of questionnaires to be used in survey research, which of the following statements is most accurate?
Including a large number of items on the survey assures that you will get useful data for all of your trouble.
Keeping the survey short makes it more likely people will be willing to complete it.
A relatively lengthy survey communicates your seriousness about the research endeavor so people will be more willing to complete it.
Shorter surveys produce data that are ambiguous and therefore not useful.
Question 6
Qualitative research often involves what’s known as an iterative process for data collection and analysis. This terminology refers to the fact that, in qualitative research:
researchers focus more on narrative data than on statistics and numbers.
researchers typically do not begin by stating a hypothesis.
researchers may collect and analyze data, then collect and analyze some more data.
researchers first ask open-ended questions and then follow up with probing questions.
Question 7
In this type of study design, a particular group of individuals is studied in depth over a defined period of time.
case study
ethnography
phenomenology
grounded theory
Question 8
In this type of study design, the researcher studies the deep meaning an event or situation holds for other people.
phenomenological
ethnography
grounded theory
content an ...
This document discusses how teachers can develop students' higher-order thinking skills through effective questioning techniques. It outlines different types of questions teachers can ask, from low-level recall questions to high-level questions that require analysis, evaluation and problem-solving. Good questions should be thought-provoking, unambiguous, clearly stated, and relevant to the learning objectives. The document also provides tips for teachers on how to generate interaction through questioning, such as asking open-ended questions, allowing wait time for responses, and calling on non-volunteers. Effective questioning is key to helping students develop higher-order thinking.
This document provides guidance on writing effective multiple choice questions. It discusses the advantages and disadvantages of multiple choice questions, guidelines for constructing item stems and alternatives, and examples of questions at different cognitive levels. The intended learning outcomes are to explain the strengths and weaknesses of multiple choice exams, evaluate existing multiple choice items, and create effective multiple choice items that measure various learning levels. Participants are engaged in revision activities to practice applying the guidelines.
Pairs-Project-Proposal-Form-YutingBaoyun.docx
Psych 2800E - Pairs Project Proposal
SECTION 1: PROJECT REGISTRATION
1.1
Project Title: Music and Fragrance Effects on Stress Perception
1.2
Anticipated Project Dates
Start Date:
February 16th, 2017 (Thursday)
Completion Date:
February 17th, 2017 (Friday)
1.3
Principal or Lead Investigator, or sponsor of Student
NameJordan Phelps
Email
[email protected]
Signature of Local Principle Investigator or Sponsor of Student attesting that:
a) all co-investigators have reviewed the protocol contents and are in agreement with the protocol as submitted;
b) all investigators have read the Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct of Research Involving Humans (1998) and the UWO Guidelines on Non Medical Research Involving Human Subjects and agree to abide by the guidelines therein;
c) the investigator(s) will adhere to the Protocol and Consent Form as approved by the REB; and
d) the Principal Investigator will notify the REB of any changes or adverse events/experiences in a timely manner;
e) the study, if funded by an external sponsor, will not start until the contract agreement has been approved by the appropriate university, hospital or research institute official.
f) The research poses no more than minimal risk
Signature Date
Signature(s) of Students attesting that they:
a) have read the Tri-Council Policy Statement and the UWO Guidelines on Non-Medical Research Involving Human Subjects and agree to abide by the guidelines therein;
b) will adhere to the Protocol and Consent Form as approved by the REB; and
c) will notify their supervisor and the REB of any changes or adverse events/experiences in a timely manner;
Signature(s) Date
SECTION 2: PROJECT INFORMATION
2.1
Objectives and Hypotheses:
This study is investigating effects of music and fragrance on perception of stress. Obviously, exposure to happy music or a pleasant fragrance will significantly decrease participants’ stress level. Furthermore, the result will be more obviously when people accept both stimulations.
To illustrate, from previously researches, fragrance has been considered has a strong impact on humans’ hormones production. Exposure in a pleasant fragrance, like the smell of chocolate, would help people increase production of hormones which related to people’s feeling of happiness. As a result, students’ stress level will decrease significantly by fragrance stimulus.
Furthermore, happy musics are considered to be the best choice to relieve people’s anxiety. After hearing the music, people’s mood should be more gentle than before, which means there would be a lower stress level.
2.2
Research Participants:
Our study data will be collected from about 40 undergraduate students, who are from 2 labs of psychology 2800 (research methods) course in University of Western Ontario. All of them are English speaking. Non-English speaking participants will not be allowed to join this study. To recruit.
The document discusses various tools and methods used for data collection in research. It describes primary and secondary sources of data and some common methods for collecting data like interviews, questionnaires, observation, and various scales. Specific tools are discussed for each method - for interviews these include interview schedules and opinionnaires, questionnaires use tools like attitude scales and Likert scales, and observation uses tools like rating scales and checklists. Guidelines for developing questionnaires and uses of different types of scales are also provided.
The document proposes a project to teach kindergarten through second grade students alternative problem solving strategies through role-playing activities at recess in order to reduce conflicts on the playground. It analyzes the instructional needs and learner characteristics, and outlines objectives and assessments to teach students to recognize cues leading to conflicts and demonstrate walking away or breathing techniques in response. The project aims to help students control impulses and seek help from staff when issues arise.
The document discusses a global statistics project piloted with 19 students that aimed to give statistical concepts a global context. The project was carried out over multiple semesters and involved students researching statistics about different countries and creating brochures. A survey found that students enjoyed analyzing data and working in teams, but struggled with finding data and creating brochures. However, after completing their brochures students felt accomplished. The project revealed that student learning of statistics increased. Suggestions are provided on how to improve the project.
The document discusses a global statistics project given to 19 students. The goals were to give concepts a global twist, increase geographical awareness, research and explain statistical information about a country, have fun learning, and work in teams. Students analyzed ski racing data and created brochures about assigned countries. Surveys found students liked analyzing data but struggled with brochures initially due to lack of examples and instructions. However, after completing brochures, students felt accomplished. Most agreed teamwork and the project increased their statistical learning. The discussion focused on improving the project and applying similar global themes to other math courses.
CASE STUDY RESEARCH: DEVELOPMENTAL RESEARCH Erin Qing
1) A case study is an intensive analysis of an individual unit such as a person, group, or event that examines developmental factors in relation to context.
2) The study analyzed changes in Indonesian junior high school students' English learning motivation through questionnaires, interviews with a select group of students, and classroom observations.
3) Results found students' attitudes towards the long-term benefits of English were stable, but attitudes toward learning situations declined, with criticism of teaching methods.
This document provides information about winners of the prestigious Jnanapeetha Award from Karnataka, India's highest literary award. It lists the 8 Kannada writers who have received the award so far, from Kuvempu in 1967 to Chandrashekhara Kambaara in 2010. For each winner, it provides biographical details and highlights of their literary contributions and other awards received. The document was compiled by youth members of the Kasturi Kannada Sangha in Cleveland, Ohio.
The document discusses the history and growth of the city of Los Angeles from 1902 to 1997. It notes that the city's population grew from roughly 50,000 to over 3.8 million in that time period. Several influential events in the city's history are also mentioned, including the rise of the film industry in Hollywood and the civil unrest that occurred in 1992.
The document is a project report comparing housing loans provided by SBI and HDFC Bank. It discusses the objectives of the study, flow of presentation, introduction to housing loans, types of loans, advantages and disadvantages. It provides details about the procedures to get a loan and documents required. It then examines the features, interest rates and eligibility criteria of loans offered by SBI and HDFC Bank. Finally, it compares the key differences between loans offered by the two banks.
This document provides an overview of many common keyboard shortcuts across different operating systems and applications. It discusses shortcuts for Windows, MacOS, Linux, Internet Explorer/Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Office applications like Excel, Word, Outlook and more. It also provides tips on how to create custom keyboard shortcuts for programs and applications. The document serves as a useful reference guide for many essential keyboard shortcuts.
Electricity was first generated by a nuclear reactor in 1951 in the US. The world's first nuclear power plant to power a grid was built in 1954 in the USSR. The first commercial nuclear power station opened in 1956 in England. India's first nuclear power plant, Tarapur Atomic Power Station, opened in 1969 and housed two 160 MW reactors, the first in Asia. Nuclear power currently generates 4,780 MW in India from 20 reactors, with 5 more plants under construction. India plans to significantly expand nuclear power to 64,000 MW by 2032.
Nuclear energy works through nuclear fission, where uranium-235 is split in a nuclear reactor, generating heat. This heat is used to boil water and create steam that powers generators to produce electricity. Key advantages are that it is an energy-dense source that produces reliable base-load power with low greenhouse gas emissions. Disadvantages include nuclear waste, decommissioning costs, and safety risks from meltdowns. Overall, nuclear energy provides society with cheap, efficient electricity while creating jobs through global interest in the technology.
The document discusses the importance of nuclear power plants in India. It provides details on the basic concepts of nuclear reactions, fission, and chain reactions. It then describes the key components of a nuclear power plant including the reactor core, moderator, control rods, coolant, and reflector. Several types of power reactors are discussed - boiling water reactors, pressurized water reactors, and heavy water reactors. The document outlines India's nuclear program and goals to increase nuclear power generation to meet the country's energy needs.
Nuclear power plants generate electricity through nuclear fission. In a pressurized water reactor (PWR), heat from nuclear fission is used to heat water and produce steam to turn turbines and generate electricity. The steam does not come into contact with radioactive materials. Nuclear power plants produce far more energy from uranium fuel than fossil fuel plants and produce no greenhouse gases, but nuclear waste requires careful storage and disposal.
Pathophysiology of congestive heart failurethunderrajesh
This document provides an overview of congestive heart failure, including its definition, types, causes, symptoms, complications, diagnosis, and treatment. Congestive heart failure occurs when the heart muscle is weakened and cannot pump blood effectively, leading to fluid buildup in tissues and organs. The main types are systolic and diastolic dysfunction. Common causes include hypertension, coronary artery disease, and valvular issues. Symptoms involve fatigue, shortness of breath, and swelling. Treatment focuses on medications like ACE inhibitors, diuretics, beta blockers, and lifestyle changes such as diet, exercise, and stress reduction.
1. The document discusses several theories of crime and deviance, including functionalism, strain theory, and subcultural theories.
2. Functionalism argues that crime has positive functions for society by reaffirming social norms, while strain theory proposes that individuals engage in deviant acts when they are unable to achieve socially approved goals through legitimate means.
3. Subcultural theories suggest that some groups develop their own norms and values in opposition to the dominant culture in response to status frustration or a lack of opportunity, which can lead to criminal behavior.
This document summarizes a study of CEO succession events among the largest 100 U.S. corporations between 2005-2015. The study analyzed executives who were passed over for the CEO role ("succession losers") and their subsequent careers. It found that 74% of passed over executives left their companies, with 30% eventually becoming CEOs elsewhere. However, companies led by succession losers saw average stock price declines of 13% over 3 years, compared to gains for companies whose CEO selections remained unchanged. The findings suggest that boards generally identify the most qualified CEO candidates, though differences between internal and external hires complicate comparisons.
The document is a rubric to evaluate student participation in collaborative group projects. It contains criteria for evaluating students' contributions in terms of quantity, quality, and timeliness of work submitted. Students are rated on a scale of 0-4 for each criteria. Space is also provided for additional comments. The rubric can be used by both students to self-evaluate and by other group members to provide peer feedback.
Does the Informational Intake Mode affect the Comprehension Final experimentAmoni Douglas
1) The study tested how different modes of informational intake (electronic book, paperback, audio, and combinations) affected comprehension in college students.
2) It found that the electronic book/audio combination mode led to the best recall and highest test scores, contrary to the hypothesis that paperback/audio would be most effective.
3) The audio-only mode was shown to be the least effective, supporting the hypothesis that students have difficulty maintaining attention during audio-only intake.
Question 1 Of the following research topics, which is most lik.docxmakdul
Question 1
Of the following research topics, which is most likely to be an observational study?
The relationship between hours of exercise and sleep.
The difference in minutes a day exercising between boys and girls.
The types of exercise students engage in after school.
Students’ feelings about after-school track practice.
Question 2
Correlational research allows the researcher to answer questions such as:
what is the relationship between Variable A and Variable B?
does change in Variable A cause change in Variable B?
is there a significant difference between scores on Variable A and scores on Variable B?
does change in Variable B causes change in Variable A?
Question 3
Which of the following is an example of a good research question for a correlational study?
What are the attitudes of the parents about our districts new homework policy?
Is there a relationship between student achievement and homework completion?
Are there differences in parent attitudes about homework between mothers and fathers?
How much homework does the average fifth grade teacher in our district assign?
Question 4
Advantages of questionnaires include all of the following EXCEPT:
large numbers of people can be contacted for a relatively low cost.
data can be gathered from a large number of people in a relatively short period of time.
participants may feel more confident about their anonymity and therefore respond more honestly.
because questions are in written form, they are less likely to be misunderstood by respondents.
Question 5
Regarding the length of questionnaires to be used in survey research, which of the following statements is most accurate?
Including a large number of items on the survey assures that you will get useful data for all of your trouble.
Keeping the survey short makes it more likely people will be willing to complete it.
A relatively lengthy survey communicates your seriousness about the research endeavor so people will be more willing to complete it.
Shorter surveys produce data that are ambiguous and therefore not useful.
Question 6
Qualitative research often involves what’s known as an iterative process for data collection and analysis. This terminology refers to the fact that, in qualitative research:
researchers focus more on narrative data than on statistics and numbers.
researchers typically do not begin by stating a hypothesis.
researchers may collect and analyze data, then collect and analyze some more data.
researchers first ask open-ended questions and then follow up with probing questions.
Question 7
In this type of study design, a particular group of individuals is studied in depth over a defined period of time.
case study
ethnography
phenomenology
grounded theory
Question 8
In this type of study design, the researcher studies the deep meaning an event or situation holds for other people.
phenomenological
ethnography
grounded theory
content an ...
This document discusses how teachers can develop students' higher-order thinking skills through effective questioning techniques. It outlines different types of questions teachers can ask, from low-level recall questions to high-level questions that require analysis, evaluation and problem-solving. Good questions should be thought-provoking, unambiguous, clearly stated, and relevant to the learning objectives. The document also provides tips for teachers on how to generate interaction through questioning, such as asking open-ended questions, allowing wait time for responses, and calling on non-volunteers. Effective questioning is key to helping students develop higher-order thinking.
This document provides guidance on writing effective multiple choice questions. It discusses the advantages and disadvantages of multiple choice questions, guidelines for constructing item stems and alternatives, and examples of questions at different cognitive levels. The intended learning outcomes are to explain the strengths and weaknesses of multiple choice exams, evaluate existing multiple choice items, and create effective multiple choice items that measure various learning levels. Participants are engaged in revision activities to practice applying the guidelines.
Pairs-Project-Proposal-Form-YutingBaoyun.docx
Psych 2800E - Pairs Project Proposal
SECTION 1: PROJECT REGISTRATION
1.1
Project Title: Music and Fragrance Effects on Stress Perception
1.2
Anticipated Project Dates
Start Date:
February 16th, 2017 (Thursday)
Completion Date:
February 17th, 2017 (Friday)
1.3
Principal or Lead Investigator, or sponsor of Student
NameJordan Phelps
Email
[email protected]
Signature of Local Principle Investigator or Sponsor of Student attesting that:
a) all co-investigators have reviewed the protocol contents and are in agreement with the protocol as submitted;
b) all investigators have read the Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct of Research Involving Humans (1998) and the UWO Guidelines on Non Medical Research Involving Human Subjects and agree to abide by the guidelines therein;
c) the investigator(s) will adhere to the Protocol and Consent Form as approved by the REB; and
d) the Principal Investigator will notify the REB of any changes or adverse events/experiences in a timely manner;
e) the study, if funded by an external sponsor, will not start until the contract agreement has been approved by the appropriate university, hospital or research institute official.
f) The research poses no more than minimal risk
Signature Date
Signature(s) of Students attesting that they:
a) have read the Tri-Council Policy Statement and the UWO Guidelines on Non-Medical Research Involving Human Subjects and agree to abide by the guidelines therein;
b) will adhere to the Protocol and Consent Form as approved by the REB; and
c) will notify their supervisor and the REB of any changes or adverse events/experiences in a timely manner;
Signature(s) Date
SECTION 2: PROJECT INFORMATION
2.1
Objectives and Hypotheses:
This study is investigating effects of music and fragrance on perception of stress. Obviously, exposure to happy music or a pleasant fragrance will significantly decrease participants’ stress level. Furthermore, the result will be more obviously when people accept both stimulations.
To illustrate, from previously researches, fragrance has been considered has a strong impact on humans’ hormones production. Exposure in a pleasant fragrance, like the smell of chocolate, would help people increase production of hormones which related to people’s feeling of happiness. As a result, students’ stress level will decrease significantly by fragrance stimulus.
Furthermore, happy musics are considered to be the best choice to relieve people’s anxiety. After hearing the music, people’s mood should be more gentle than before, which means there would be a lower stress level.
2.2
Research Participants:
Our study data will be collected from about 40 undergraduate students, who are from 2 labs of psychology 2800 (research methods) course in University of Western Ontario. All of them are English speaking. Non-English speaking participants will not be allowed to join this study. To recruit.
The document discusses various tools and methods used for data collection in research. It describes primary and secondary sources of data and some common methods for collecting data like interviews, questionnaires, observation, and various scales. Specific tools are discussed for each method - for interviews these include interview schedules and opinionnaires, questionnaires use tools like attitude scales and Likert scales, and observation uses tools like rating scales and checklists. Guidelines for developing questionnaires and uses of different types of scales are also provided.
The document proposes a project to teach kindergarten through second grade students alternative problem solving strategies through role-playing activities at recess in order to reduce conflicts on the playground. It analyzes the instructional needs and learner characteristics, and outlines objectives and assessments to teach students to recognize cues leading to conflicts and demonstrate walking away or breathing techniques in response. The project aims to help students control impulses and seek help from staff when issues arise.
The document discusses a global statistics project piloted with 19 students that aimed to give statistical concepts a global context. The project was carried out over multiple semesters and involved students researching statistics about different countries and creating brochures. A survey found that students enjoyed analyzing data and working in teams, but struggled with finding data and creating brochures. However, after completing their brochures students felt accomplished. The project revealed that student learning of statistics increased. Suggestions are provided on how to improve the project.
The document discusses a global statistics project given to 19 students. The goals were to give concepts a global twist, increase geographical awareness, research and explain statistical information about a country, have fun learning, and work in teams. Students analyzed ski racing data and created brochures about assigned countries. Surveys found students liked analyzing data but struggled with brochures initially due to lack of examples and instructions. However, after completing brochures, students felt accomplished. Most agreed teamwork and the project increased their statistical learning. The discussion focused on improving the project and applying similar global themes to other math courses.
CASE STUDY RESEARCH: DEVELOPMENTAL RESEARCH Erin Qing
1) A case study is an intensive analysis of an individual unit such as a person, group, or event that examines developmental factors in relation to context.
2) The study analyzed changes in Indonesian junior high school students' English learning motivation through questionnaires, interviews with a select group of students, and classroom observations.
3) Results found students' attitudes towards the long-term benefits of English were stable, but attitudes toward learning situations declined, with criticism of teaching methods.
Tpd roman - lesson 11 classplan - high schoolLaura Roman
This document outlines a lesson plan for a 40-minute English class for 6th year students focusing on personal appearance, media, and conditional clauses. The plan includes a warm-up reviewing a previous test, an individual activity having students correct their own mistakes on the test, and a paired speaking activity where students discuss opinions on children's use of social media using target language structures and expressions.
Clickers 201 - Effective questions in any discipline - March 2012Jeff Loats
1) The document discusses best practices for using clickers, or classroom response systems, to create effective questions that promote active learning across disciplines.
2) It provides examples of different types of clicker questions, such as factual recall questions, vote-share-vote conceptual questions, polling questions, and thought questions, along with examples.
3) The document also discusses best practices like having clicker questions in most classes, engaging students by focusing on wrong answers, and ensuring exams reflect clicker content, as well as pitfalls to avoid like not explaining the purpose of clickers.
B) guide to using hots in a reading classroomsYI85
The document provides guidance for teachers on developing higher order thinking skills (HOTS) in reading classrooms. It discusses Bloom's taxonomy of educational objectives and its revised version. The document outlines steps for developing effective questioning skills, features of good questions, types of questions to ask and avoid, and how to develop teachers' own questioning abilities. Teachers are encouraged to ask open-ended questions that stimulate critical thinking and intellectual engagement from students.
Scientist Spotlights: Science Identity and Educational Innovation in Communit...Heather Perkins
The document summarizes an intervention study aimed at promoting science identity and reducing stereotypes about scientists among community college students. It describes:
1. Using weekly online assignments featuring profiles of diverse scientists to shift stereotypes and enhance science identity.
2. Assessing changes in feelings toward science, interest in STEM majors, and descriptions of scientists pre- and post-intervention.
3. Findings that students who did the intervention were less likely to use stereotypes to describe scientists and more likely to identify with a scientist, which correlated with better class performance.
This document outlines the preparatory stages of research, including developing a general research question, focusing the question, deciding on an objective or purpose, and formulating a research plan or hypothesis. Key steps include determining if the general question is feasible and whether a synthetic or analytic approach is best, establishing operational definitions, and stating the research hypothesis and null hypothesis, with the null generally being the opposite of the research hypothesis.
This document provides information and recommendations about using debates and dialogue activities in the classroom. It discusses what students can learn from such activities, including concepts of democracy, appropriate behavior, and critical thinking skills. It outlines procedures for different debate structures, including "yes, but/yes, and", four-step refutation, and spontaneous argumentation. It also describes activities like philosophical chairs that allow students to discuss topics and critically think about their own beliefs. The document aims to equip educators with tools to incorporate meaningful debates and discussions across different subject areas.
IDS 2891 section 05846–Connections Hillsborough Community Co.docxwilcockiris
IDS 2891 section 05846–Connections
Hillsborough Community College
Spring 2018
Instructors’ Names:
Kara Lawson Williamson
Office: PADM148
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours
9:00-9:30 am M, W; 10:45 am -1 pm M, W
9:00-11:00 am T, TH; 12:15-12:30 T, TH or by appointment
Most of our conversations will take place using email. This does not mean that you cannot come to my office hours or use the telephone to communicate with me, but it is easier to communicate using electronic sources. Please feel free to email. I can be reached by telephone only during office hours.
Class Schedule: February 13-March 26
Course assignments are due on Sundays by 11:59 pm.
Most of our conversations will take place using email. This does not mean that you cannot contact me by telephone or meet with me in person to communicate with me, but it is easier to communicate using electronic sources. Please feel free to email me through the Canvas email system.
Outside of the instructor’s campus office hours, she also will call students for telephone conferences. Students can email the instructor with a good time and number to reach them. For privacy reasons, the instructor will call from a blocked number (but only during designated time periods given by the student.)Course Format:
The content of this class will all be on line. There is an important difference between an on-campus course and an online course. An online course demands that the student be highly disciplined and motivated. This course is NOT SELF-PACED. There are fixed deadlines that must be met if you are to be successful in this course.
Course Description:
This is a selected topics capstone interdisciplinary experience course for the AA degree curriculum. It summarizes (in an applied manner) major points in the bodies of knowledge acquired while participating in the general education experience. This course will involve research, application of theoretical models and utilization of learned skills.
The theme of this course is presidential scandals, which will be the focus of most class assignments.
Course Objectives:
The assignments for this course have been designed to allow students the opportunity to demonstrate their ability in the following areas:
1. Think and read critically
2. Express themselves clearly in written and oral communication
3. Use technology to access, retrieve, and communicate information
4. Understanding of global, political, social, economic and historical perspectives
5. Evaluate the causes of past events and relate them to problems and issues of today.
6. Research an historical event and gather information that helps evaluate a question and explanation about that event.
Grading Policy:
The grades in this course are “satisfactory” and “unsatisfactory,” S and U. To achieve an S grade, you will need to demonstrate proficiency on all assigned tasks. Students must satisfactorily complete ALL course requirements to receive a p.
The document discusses various methods of data collection. It describes primary and secondary sources of data, as well as internal and external sources. It then explains different methods of data collection like interviews, questionnaires, observation, and various scales. Specific techniques within each method are also outlined, along with their advantages and disadvantages. Selection of the appropriate data collection method depends on factors like the nature of the study, target population, and available resources.
Executive Directors Chat Leveraging AI for Diversity, Equity, and InclusionTechSoup
Let’s explore the intersection of technology and equity in the final session of our DEI series. Discover how AI tools, like ChatGPT, can be used to support and enhance your nonprofit's DEI initiatives. Participants will gain insights into practical AI applications and get tips for leveraging technology to advance their DEI goals.
Macroeconomics- Movie Location
This will be used as part of your Personal Professional Portfolio once graded.
Objective:
Prepare a presentation or a paper using research, basic comparative analysis, data organization and application of economic information. You will make an informed assessment of an economic climate outside of the United States to accomplish an entertainment industry objective.
Strategies for Effective Upskilling is a presentation by Chinwendu Peace in a Your Skill Boost Masterclass organisation by the Excellence Foundation for South Sudan on 08th and 09th June 2024 from 1 PM to 3 PM on each day.
it describes the bony anatomy including the femoral head , acetabulum, labrum . also discusses the capsule , ligaments . muscle that act on the hip joint and the range of motion are outlined. factors affecting hip joint stability and weight transmission through the joint are summarized.
A workshop hosted by the South African Journal of Science aimed at postgraduate students and early career researchers with little or no experience in writing and publishing journal articles.
Exploiting Artificial Intelligence for Empowering Researchers and Faculty, In...Dr. Vinod Kumar Kanvaria
Exploiting Artificial Intelligence for Empowering Researchers and Faculty,
International FDP on Fundamentals of Research in Social Sciences
at Integral University, Lucknow, 06.06.2024
By Dr. Vinod Kumar Kanvaria
Assessment and Planning in Educational technology.pptxKavitha Krishnan
In an education system, it is understood that assessment is only for the students, but on the other hand, the Assessment of teachers is also an important aspect of the education system that ensures teachers are providing high-quality instruction to students. The assessment process can be used to provide feedback and support for professional development, to inform decisions about teacher retention or promotion, or to evaluate teacher effectiveness for accountability purposes.
Physiology and chemistry of skin and pigmentation, hairs, scalp, lips and nail, Cleansing cream, Lotions, Face powders, Face packs, Lipsticks, Bath products, soaps and baby product,
Preparation and standardization of the following : Tonic, Bleaches, Dentifrices and Mouth washes & Tooth Pastes, Cosmetics for Nails.
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This presentation was provided by Steph Pollock of The American Psychological Association’s Journals Program, and Damita Snow, of The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), for the initial session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session One: 'Setting Expectations: a DEIA Primer,' was held June 6, 2024.