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Griego C, Agate N, Iosif AM, Crisp AM. What is it that you say you do here? Advocating for the critical role of data scientists in research infrastructure. Stat (Int Stat Inst) 2024; 13:e714. [PMID: 39184224 PMCID: PMC11340204 DOI: 10.1002/sta4.714] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2024] [Accepted: 06/17/2024] [Indexed: 08/27/2024]
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Clinical and academic research continues to become more complex as our knowledge and technology advance. A substantial and growing number of specialists in biostatistics, data science, and library sciences are needed to support these research systems and promote high-caliber research. However, that support is often marginalized as optional rather than a fundamental component of research infrastructure. By building research infrastructure, an institution harnesses access to tools and support/service centers that host skilled experts who approach research with best practices in mind and domain-specific knowledge at hand. We outline the potential roles of data scientists and statisticians in research infrastructure and recommend guidelines for advocating for the institutional resources needed to support these roles in a sustainable and efficient manner for the long-term success of the institution. We provide these guidelines in terms of resource efficiency, monetary efficiency, and long-term sustainability. We hope this work contributes to-and provides shared language for-a conversation on a broader framework beyond metrics that can be used to advocate for needed resources.
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- Chasz Griego
- University Libraries, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- University Libraries, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Department of Public Health Sciences, University of California Davis, Davis, CA, USA
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- Center for Data Solutions, University of Florida College of Medicine - Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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Rautaray B, Swain DK, Swain C. Talent management of library and information science professionals: A review of research and future directions. F1000Res 2024; 13:652. [PMID: 39184242 PMCID: PMC11344875 DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.151301.2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/09/2024] [Indexed: 08/27/2024] Open
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Background This study aims to review the extant literature on talent management with the objective of influencing library and information management by addressing the key facets of talent management, such as talent management strategies, importance of career development, evaluation of talented employees, and organizational resilience. Methodology Literature on the development of talent and career management was retrieved from various scholarly papers indexed in Scopus and Web of Science to have a meticulous literature review serving as the platform of the present study. In light of the authors' observations, two models were developed. The literature provides precise information that talent management plays a decisive role in promoting organizational excellence invariably in all kinds of organizations in general and libraries in particular. Results This study provides constructive recommendations for the implementation of effective talent management and retention policies for library and information professionals. Moreover, this study adds immense value to the corpus of existing literature to set a platform for the augmentation of library management in futuristic vision. Conclusion This study provides constructive recommendations to policy makers and library administrators to foster talented employees for excelling library and information services for the next several decades.
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- Bijayalaxmi Rautaray
- Department of Library and Information Science, Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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- Department of Library and Information Science, Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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- Library, Indian Institute of Management Raipur, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India
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Samardzic T, Barata PC, Morton M, Yen J. Young Women's Silencing-Type Behaviors in Heterosexual Relationships. JOURNAL OF INTERPERSONAL VIOLENCE 2024:8862605241265417. [PMID: 39126230 DOI: 10.1177/08862605241265417] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/12/2024]
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Feminist researchers have demonstrated that engagement in silencing of the self (i.e., self-restrictive and sacrificial behaviors reflecting how women "should" be in relationships) remains a prevalent strategy for relationship maintenance. However, little is known about (young) women silencing themselves in relationships where abuse is present. Young women's experiences of silencing and other partner-focused behaviors (e.g., sexual compliance) within their relationships were thus explored. Young, partnered women (Mage = 21; N = 146) completed an online survey and open-ended questions about their current intimate relationships. Comparing between groups (abuse, n = 108; non-abuse, n = 38), the former scored higher on measures of total self-silencing, sexual compliance, and non-constructive communication and lower on measures of constructive communication (all p < .001). A mixed inductive and deductive content analysis found that while the importance of communicating with their partner was a preferred strategy for conflict management, multiple participants still emphasized self-suppression as an important part of their experience of relational conflict. Also, most participants indicated feeling as though they could be their authentic selves in their relationships, which suggests that their silencing may be situational and strategic in nature. These findings nuance previous understandings of self-silencing as inherently harmful and instead frame it as something sporadic and done strategically. They also bring forth questions about the extent to which young women's emphasis on communication and insistence that they can be authentic are a product of changing societal expectations of women in today's society compared to the 1980s/1990s when much of the foundational work on self-silencing was being done.
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Aryee R, Apronti Tetteh EO. Library resources constraints, frustration, and user behavior: An empirical library operations study. Brain Behav 2024; 14:e3627. [PMID: 39010706 PMCID: PMC11250408 DOI: 10.1002/brb3.3627] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2024] [Revised: 04/16/2024] [Accepted: 06/26/2024] [Indexed: 07/17/2024] Open
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PURPOSE The lack of requisite library resources has an enormous effect on academic life in most universities. While previous studies have suggested that the lack of resources such as textbooks affects academic success, this study seeks to provide empirical evidence on the chain effect of the lack of recommended textbooks in universities. DESIGN/METHODOLOGY/APPROACH The study uses a quantitative dataset from 636 students from five public universities in Ghana collected using well-structured questionnaires. The study adopts exploratory factor analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, and partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) to analyze the measurement and structural models. FINDINGS The study concludes that limited library resources (such as recommended textbooks) frustrate library users and eventually birth antisocial behaviors such as stealing, hiding, and eroding books (or pages). ORIGINALITY/VALUE This study highlights the significance of providing adequate library resources. It also guides library managers, policymakers, and scholars to manage library resources effectively.
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- Raphael Aryee
- Faculty of Business AdministrationMethodist University GhanaAccraGhana
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Hael M, Belhaj FA, Zhang H. Organizational learning and innovation: A bibliometric analysis and future research agenda. Heliyon 2024; 10:e31812. [PMID: 38841504 PMCID: PMC11152712 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e31812] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2023] [Revised: 05/22/2024] [Accepted: 05/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/07/2024] Open
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Organizational learning and innovation research have received increasing attention from researchers in recent years. However, there is a need to understand the research development of this topic and its trends. Therefore, this study aims to provide a comprehensive view of this field by conducting a bibliometric analysis of 773 research articles published over the past 41 years. The study identifies the journals, researchers, countries, institutions, and references in terms of productivity, citations, co-citations, common keywords, and their developments over three periods using the VOS viewer software. The results show a strong connection between organizational learning and organizational innovation. The number of publications related to organizational learning and innovation has continuously increased. The United States of America (USA) ranked first, contributing 21.86 % of the total publications. Additionally, the "Universidad de Granada" has been ranked first in overall publication output (16 publications, 2.07 %). The focus of researchers in this field has expanded to include different and new topics such as innovation performance and ambidexterity. The results of this paper may help academics and practitioners better understand research development trends and hotspots in the field of organizational learning and innovation and provide a comprehensive view of future research.
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- Faculty of Business Studies, Arab Open University, Saudi Arabia
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Mladenović-Ranisavljević I, Stefanović V, Urošević S, Ilić-Stojanović S. Multiple-criteria analysis of the employee satisfaction level at healthcare facilities during the pandemic. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND ERGONOMICS 2024; 30:571-578. [PMID: 38504493 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2024.2325792] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2022] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 03/21/2024]
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Due to the pandemic, the entire staff employed in healthcare institutions were directly exposed to longer working hours and unstable working conditions. Based on these facts, the research in this article aims to find out more about employees' satisfaction with working conditions and management's engagement in preserving their health and safety. Thus, a multiple-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) model based on the analyzed attitudes and opinions of employees was formed to reveal the interdependencies between working conditions resulting from the undertaken management activities, employee satisfaction and workplace safety. The results show that both nurses and drivers were least satisfied with working conditions during the pandemic while indicating those workplaces to be the most endangered. Additionally, the proposed model can be successfully applied to any type of organization to identify insufficiently effective management activities, address them accordingly and thereby improve the level of employee satisfaction.
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Karki M, El Asmar ML, Sasco ER, El-Osta A. Public libraries to promote public health and wellbeing: a cross-sectional study of community-dwelling adults. BMC Public Health 2024; 24:1226. [PMID: 38702663 PMCID: PMC11069228 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-024-18535-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2023] [Accepted: 04/05/2024] [Indexed: 05/06/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Libraries in the UK have evolved from traditional book-lending institutions into dynamic community hubs, This study aims to explore the potential of libraries to act as community hubs to promote mental and physical health and wellbeing of community-dwelling adults, drawing on insights from both library users and library staff in England. DESIGN A mixed-method, cross-sectional study using online survey and interviews with community-dwelling adults and library staff. METHODS We collected data using a 14-item electronic survey and interviews with library users and staff to gauge perceptions. Descriptive statistics and thematic analysis were used to identify key trends and emergent themes. RESULTS We included 605 respondents from the survey and interviewed 12 library users and staff. Libraries remain popular and are considered a 'safe place by members of the community, regardless of their frequency of service usage irrespective of whether they are frequent users of services. However, a lack of awareness among library users about community-facing services could act as a hurdle to improving community health and wellbeing. Targeted engagement with residents is needed to increase awareness of libraries' services, including community interventions to help tackle loneliness and inequalities in digital and health literacy. Library staff often did not feel involved in important decision-making. Various barriers, drivers and practical recommendations were identified to leverage libraries as hubs to promote community health and wellbeing. CONCLUSION Libraries already offer a variety of resources that directly or indirectly support the health and wellbeing of community-dwelling adults and young people. However, public awareness of these services is limited. As we navigate post-pandemic recovery, libraries can serve as platforms for community engagement, fostering resilience, mental health support and reducing social isolation. Recognising libraries' untapped potential can lead to healthier communities and improved wellbeing.
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- Manisha Karki
- Self-Care Academic Research Unit (SCARU), Department of Primary Care & Public Health, Imperial College London, 323 Reynolds Building, Charing Cross Hospital, St Dunstan's Road, London, W6 8RP, UK.
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- Self-Care Academic Research Unit (SCARU), Department of Primary Care & Public Health, Imperial College London, 323 Reynolds Building, Charing Cross Hospital, St Dunstan's Road, London, W6 8RP, UK
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- Self-Care Academic Research Unit (SCARU), Department of Primary Care & Public Health, Imperial College London, 323 Reynolds Building, Charing Cross Hospital, St Dunstan's Road, London, W6 8RP, UK
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- Self-Care Academic Research Unit (SCARU), Department of Primary Care & Public Health, Imperial College London, 323 Reynolds Building, Charing Cross Hospital, St Dunstan's Road, London, W6 8RP, UK
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Stavitz J, Koc T. Exploring the Experiences and Perspectives of Division III Athletes Regarding Personalized Nutrition Plans for Improved Performance-A Qualitative Investigation. Healthcare (Basel) 2024; 12:923. [PMID: 38727480 PMCID: PMC11083372 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare12090923] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2024] [Revised: 04/18/2024] [Accepted: 04/22/2024] [Indexed: 05/13/2024] Open
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(1) Background: This qualitative study explores Division III college student-athletes' experiences and perceptions of personalized nutrition plans in collegiate sports settings. (2) Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted using a general qualitative research design. Using a grounded theory approach, a thematic analysis was utilized to analyze the interview transcripts, allowing for the identification of recurring themes and patterns. (3) Results: A total of 30 Division III college student-athletes, 16 males (53.3%) and 14 females (46.7%), representing a diverse range of sports disciplines, engaged in discussions about personalized nutrition plans. Analysis of the data revealed five main themes: (1) Nutritional Knowledge and Awareness, (2) Perceived Benefits of Personalized Nutrition Plans, (3) Challenges and Barriers to Implementation, (4) Influence of Team Culture and Environment, and (5) Suggestions for Improvement. (4) Conclusion: This study sheds light on the complexities of implementing personalized nutrition plans in collegiate sports settings and emphasizes the need for comprehensive, athlete-centered approaches to optimize performance and well-being.
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- James Stavitz
- Athletic Training Education Program, Kean University, Union, NJ 07083, USA
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Kean University, Union, NJ 07083, USA;
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Howes L, Frakes E, Zhang Y, Baluchi D, Smoot C, Schvaneveldt N. Improving LibGuides at a Health Sciences Library: A Case Study. Med Ref Serv Q 2024; 43:130-151. [PMID: 38722608 DOI: 10.1080/02763869.2024.2335138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2024]
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While LibGuides are widely used in libraries to curate resources for users, there are a number of common problems, including maintenance, design and layout, and curating relevant and concise content. One health sciences library sought to improve our LibGuides, consulting usage statistics, user feedback, and recommendations from the literature to inform decision making. Our team recommended a number of changes to make LibGuides more usable, including creating robust maintenance and content guidelines, scheduling regular updates, and various changes to the format of the guides themselves to make them more user-friendly.
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- Lydia Howes
- Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
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- Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
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- Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
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- Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
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- Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
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Lund BD, Khan D, Yuvaraj M. ChatGPT in medical libraries, possibilities and future directions: An integrative review. Health Info Libr J 2024; 41:4-15. [PMID: 38200693 DOI: 10.1111/hir.12518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2023] [Revised: 12/12/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024]
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BACKGROUND The emergence of the artificial intelligence chatbot ChatGPT in November 2022 has garnered substantial attention across diverse disciplines. Despite widespread adoption in various sectors, the exploration of its application in libraries, especially within the medical domain, remains limited. AIMS/OBJECTIVES Many areas of interest remain unexplored like ChatGPT in medical libraries and this review aims to synthesise what is currently known about it to identify gaps and stimulate further research. METHODS Employing Cooper's integrative review method, this study involves a comprehensive analysis of existing literature on ChatGPT and its potential implementations within library contexts. RESULTS A systematic literature search across various databases yielded 166 papers, with 30 excluded for irrelevance. After abstract reviews and methodological assessments, 136 articles were selected. Critical Appraisal Skills Programme qualitative checklist further narrowed down to 29 papers, forming the basis for the present study. The literature analysis reveals diverse applications of ChatGPT in medical libraries, including aiding users in finding relevant medical information, answering queries, providing recommendations and facilitating access to resources. Potential challenges and ethical considerations associated with ChatGPT in this context are also highlighted. CONCLUSION Positioned as a review, our study elucidates the applications of ChatGPT in medical libraries and discusses relevant considerations. The integration of ChatGPT into medical library services holds promise for enhancing information retrieval and user experience, benefiting library users and the broader medical community.
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- Brady D Lund
- Department of Information Science, University of North Texas, Denton, Texas, USA
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- Maulana Azad Library, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India
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- Rajarshi Janak Central Library, Central University of South Bihar, Gaya, India
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Hull BE, Patterson B, Howell M. A New Normal: A Case Study on Changing Strategies in Technology Engagement at an Academic Health Sciences Library. Med Ref Serv Q 2024; 43:26-43. [PMID: 38237018 DOI: 10.1080/02763869.2024.2290416] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2024]
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As academic libraries shift services to meet the changing needs of patrons after the COVID-19 pandemic, educational technologies and services to support them require updating. Patrons using technology that was once associated with hands-on learning and in-person interactions are preferring flexible and hybrid iterations. In this case study, the authors describe and analyze the pivot of three technology services at the Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library in the post-COVID-19 environment. Technologies discussed include a multimedia studio, virtual reality (VR), and a three-dimensional (3D) printing service. This case study utilizes available usage stats and survey data to demonstrate and provide rationale for the changing strategy in services for each technology "hub." The multimedia studio has been dismantled in favor of the equipment being available for checkout, VR is now available in a staff-supported classroom, and a 3D printing service has been fully automated through an online submission platform. These examples, and the rationale behind changing them, can help offer ideas for other libraries to help find solutions that meet the demands of a changing learning environment.
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- Bryan Elias Hull
- Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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Evangelou G, Adams SN. "Tremendous burdens often unveil enormous gifts": The experiences of South African caregivers implementing speech and language teletherapy for children with cerebral palsy during COVID-19. J Pediatr Rehabil Med 2024; 17:85-96. [PMID: 38251071 PMCID: PMC10977356 DOI: 10.3233/prm-220118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2022] [Accepted: 09/20/2023] [Indexed: 01/23/2024] Open
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PURPOSE In accordance with South Africa's restrictions to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, some speech-language pathologists (SLPs) attempted to engage in novice teletherapy regimes to ensure continuity of care for children with cerebral palsy (CP). This study aimed to explore the experiences of caregivers of children with CP implementing SLP teletherapy during COVID-19 in South Africa. The goal was to shed light on how these families can be better supported and how teletherapy practices can be adjusted for this population. METHODS This study employed a qualitative phenomenological research design using in-person and virtual semi-structured interviews with 18 purposively sampled participants with children with CP who received speech and language teletherapy during COVID-19. The data was evaluated using an inductive thematic analysis approach whereby themes elicited from the caregivers' narratives were analyzed. RESULTS Interviews (n = 18) unveiled the significant understanding caregivers gained by becoming integral and active stakeholders in the provision of teletherapy. Caregivers were able to meaningfully communicate and bond with their children with CP. However, caregivers also assumed the burden that teletherapy placed on them, as they had to renegotiate their role during the pandemic in order to provide routine teletherapy. CONCLUSION Findings indicated the need for person-centered SLP teletherapy interventions that utilize contextually and culturally responsive techniques and resources.
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- Gabriela Evangelou
- Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology, School of Human and Community Development, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology, School of Human and Community Development, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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Scandiffio J, Zhang M, Karsan I, Charow R, Anderson M, Salhia M, Wiljer D. The role of mentoring and coaching of healthcare professionals for digital technology adoption and implementation: A scoping review. Digit Health 2024; 10:20552076241238075. [PMID: 38465291 PMCID: PMC10924557 DOI: 10.1177/20552076241238075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2023] [Accepted: 02/22/2024] [Indexed: 03/12/2024] Open
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Objective Mentoring and coaching practices have supported the career and skill development of healthcare professionals (HCPs); however, their role in digital technology adoption and implementation for HCPs is unknown. The objective of this scoping review was to summarize information on healthcare education programs that have integrated mentoring or coaching as a key component. Methods The search strategy and keyword searches were developed by the project team and a research librarian. A two-stage screening process consisting of a title/abstract scan and a full-text review was conducted by two independent reviewers to determine study eligibility. Articles were included if they: (1) discussed the mentoring and/or coaching of HCPs on digital technology, including artificial intelligence, (2) described a population of HCPs at any stage of their career, and (3) were published in English. Results A total of 9473 unique citations were screened, identifying 19 eligible articles. 11 articles described mentoring and/or coaching programs for digital technology adoption, while eigth described mentoring and/or coaching for digital technology implementation. Program participants represented a diverse range of industries (i.e., clinical, academic, education, business, and information technology). Digital technologies taught within programs included electronic health records (EHRs), ultrasound imaging, digital health informatics, and computer skills. Conclusions This review provided a summary of the role of mentoring and/or coaching practices within digital technology education for HCPs. Future training initiatives for HCPs should consider appropriate resources, program design, mentor-learner relationship, security concerns and setting clear expectations for program participants. Future research could explore mentor/coach characteristics that would facilitate successful skill transfer.
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- University Health Network, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Michener Institute of Education at University Health Network, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- University Health Network, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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Barteit S, Colmar D, Nellis S, Thu M, Watterson J, Gouwanda D, Bärnighausen T, Su TT. Developing Climate Change and Health Impact Monitoring with eHealth at the South East Asia Community Observatory and Health and Demographic Surveillance Site, Malaysia (CHIMES). Front Public Health 2023; 11:1153149. [PMID: 38125843 PMCID: PMC10732307 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1153149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2023] [Accepted: 10/31/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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Background Malaysia is projected to experience an increase in heat, rainfall, rainfall variability, dry spells, thunderstorms, and high winds due to climate change. This may lead to a rise in heat-related mortality, reduced nutritional security, and potential migration due to uninhabitable land. Currently, there is limited data regarding the health implications of climate change on the Malaysian populace, which hinders informed decision-making and interventions. Objective This study aims to assess the feasibility and reliability of using sensor-based devices to enhance climate change and health research within the SEACO health and demographic surveillance site (HDSS) in Malaysia. We will particularly focus on the effects of climate-sensitive diseases, emphasizing lung conditions like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma. Methods In our mixed-methods approach, 120 participants (>18 years) from the SEACO HDSS in Segamat, Malaysia, will be engaged over three cycles, each lasting 3 weeks. Participants will use wearables to monitor heart rate, activity, and sleep. Indoor sensors will measure temperature in indoor living spaces, while 3D-printed weather stations will track indoor temperature and humidity. In each cycle, a minimum of 10 participants at high risk for COPD or asthma will be identified. Through interviews and questionnaires, we will evaluate the devices' reliability, the prevalence of climate-sensitive lung diseases, and their correlation with environmental factors, like heat and humidity. Results We anticipate that the sensor-based measurements will offer a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between climate-sensitive diseases and weather variables. The data is expected to reveal correlations between health impacts and weather exposures like heat. Participant feedback will offer perspectives on the usability and feasibility of these digital tools. Conclusion Our study within the SEACO HDSS in Malaysia will evaluate the potential of sensor-based digital technologies in monitoring the interplay between climate change and health, particularly for climate-sensitive diseases like COPD and asthma. The data generated will likely provide details on health profiles in relation to weather exposures. Feedback will indicate the acceptability of these tools for broader health surveillance. As climate change continues to impact global health, evaluating the potential of such digital technologies is crucial to understand its potential to inform policy and intervention strategies in vulnerable regions.
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- Sandra Barteit
- Heidelberg Institute of Global Health (HIGH), Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital, Heidelberg University, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Heidelberg Institute of Global Health (HIGH), Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital, Heidelberg University, Heidelberg, Germany
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- South East Asia Community Observatory (SEACO) and Global Public Health, Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway, Malaysia
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- South East Asia Community Observatory (SEACO) and Global Public Health, Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway, Malaysia
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- Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway, Malaysia
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- School of Engineering (Mechanical), Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway, Malaysia
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- Heidelberg Institute of Global Health (HIGH), Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital, Heidelberg University, Heidelberg, Germany
- Department of Global Health and Population, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, United States
- Harvard Center for Population and Development Studies, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Cambridge, MA, United States
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- Heidelberg Institute of Global Health (HIGH), Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital, Heidelberg University, Heidelberg, Germany
- South East Asia Community Observatory (SEACO) and Global Public Health, Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway, Malaysia
- Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway, Malaysia
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McGee JS, Katzenmeyer C, Boddie SC, Meraz R, Wood S. A sense of connectedness, transcendent experiences, and insights for compassionate action emerge through an international collective labyrinth walk with a shared intention during the COVID-19 pandemic. Front Psychol 2023; 14:1232784. [PMID: 38034299 PMCID: PMC10682791 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1232784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2023] [Accepted: 10/02/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023] Open
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Introduction Labyrinth walking is an integrative contemplative practice that aims to engage the body, heart, mind, and spirit. In this article, qualitative findings from the first year of a mixed methods study on collective labyrinth walking with a shared intention are described. This form of labyrinth walking is distinct in that it is a social contemplative practice. It expands upon most of the labyrinth walking research to date which has been focused upon the individual. More specifically, practitioners walk labyrinths together in solidarity with the same intention in mind during collective labyrinth walking. This practice can be used locally (i.e. practitioners walk the same labyrinth together for the same reason) or non-locally (i.e. practitioners walk different labyrinths for the same reason together in different locations). The study is unique in that it took place at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic which was a time in recent history that evoked fear, uncertainty, grief, isolation, and disconnectedness for many persons around the world. Methods This sample in this study was comprised of 461 participants from 19 countries who collectively walked labyrinths together with a shared intention on World Labyrinth Day 2021. Most participants were women in middle to later life from the United States. Data was collected through an anonymous online survey and analyzed using the qualitative methodology of interpretive phenomenological analysis. Results Three predominant themes emerged from practitioners' narrative accounts of their lived experiences: (1) multiple forms of connectedness (i.e., intrapersonal, interpersonal, transpersonal, labyrinth connection) were cultivated through collective labyrinth walking with a shared intention; (2) practitioners reported qualities associated with "transcendent" experiences during this experience (i.e., boundlessness, ultimacy, transcendence, connectedness, positive emotions); and (3) practitioners had insights for compassionate action. Discussion Findings suggest that collective labyrinth walking with a shared intention can contribute to individual and group flourishing during times of distress. Quasi-experimental and experimental research designs are needed to build on this exploratory developmental research and are described in this article.
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- Jocelyn Shealy McGee
- Diana R. Garland School of Social Work, Baylor University, Waco, TX, United States
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- Diana R. Garland School of Social Work, Baylor University, Waco, TX, United States
- George W. Truett Theological Seminary, Baylor University, Waco, TX, United States
- School of Education, Baylor University, Waco, TX, United States
- College of Human Sciences, Institute for Gender Studies, University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa
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- Louise Herrington School of Nursing, Baylor University, Dallas, TX, United States
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- University Libraries, Baylor University, Waco, TX, United States
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Abdolalipour S, Mohammad-Alizadeh-Charandabi S, Babaey F, Allahqoli L, Ghaffari R, Mirghafourvand M. Mapping of Iranian midwifery curriculum according to the International Confederation of midwives competencies. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2023; 23:791. [PMID: 37875917 PMCID: PMC10599037 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-023-04755-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2023] [Accepted: 10/09/2023] [Indexed: 10/26/2023]
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BACKGROUND Evaluating the curriculum based on its success rate in preparing skilled midwives proficient in performing professional skills is a fundamental component of the midwifery education system. This study aimed to evaluate the content, strengths, and weaknesses of the midwifery curriculum in Iran based on the most recent ICM midwifery education standards in all competence areas, as well as to obtain expert feedback on the necessary courses or lessons for the curriculum using the Delphi method. METHODS This research was conducted in two phases: comparative analysis and the Delphi method. In the comparative analysis, the curriculum mapping tool was used to compare Iran's midwifery curriculum for bachelor's degrees to the international standards for midwifery education proposed by ICM in 2019 by a four-point Likert scale (adequate- relatively adequate- relatively inadequate- inadequate). Two individuals evaluated the curriculum independently for the presence of theoretical and clinical courses for attaining each relevant competency. In case of disagreement, the opinion of a third person was used. After identifying the academic deficiencies and weaknesses of the curriculum, the Delphi technique was used with the cooperation of the midwifery board members and directors of midwifery groups from across the country to collect feedback about new courses or lessons that need to be incorporated into the curriculum. RESULTS After a comparative analysis, 24 out of 315 essential competencies for ICM in the midwifery curriculum were found to be inadequate or relatively inadequate based on the three experts' opinions after reviewing the programmatic courses and lessons in the curriculum. In 79.5% of the knowledge area and 71.6% of the skill area, the curriculum for midwifery in Iran corresponded to ICM essential competencies. After surveying expert members during multiple Delphi rounds, the members agreed to add some lessons to the midwifery curriculum, design a new course, and hold related workshops to cover the competencies identified as inadequate or relatively inadequate in the comparative analysis. CONCLUSION The Iranian midwifery curriculum for acquiring 24 items of ICM essential competencies was deemed inadequate or relatively inadequate. Therefore, it seems in addition to revising Iran's midwifery curriculum following ICM competencies, providing midwifery policymakers with infrastructure and additional support to develop and implement effective midwifery training programs is necessary to ensure that midwives are trained and equipped with the necessary competencies for practice.
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- Somayeh Abdolalipour
- Department of Midwifery, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, IR, Iran
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- Midwifery Department, Ministry of Health and Medical Education, Tehran, Iran
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- Midwifery Department, Ministry of Health and Medical Education, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Education, Education Development Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, IR, Iran
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- Social Determinants of Health Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, IR, Iran.
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Pope K, Hewlin-Vita H, Chu EMY. The Human Library and the development of cultural awareness and sensitivity in occupational therapy students: a mixed methods study. Front Med (Lausanne) 2023; 10:1215464. [PMID: 37841019 PMCID: PMC10569027 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1215464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2023] [Accepted: 09/01/2023] [Indexed: 10/17/2023] Open
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Introduction Monash university in Australia has adopted the Human Library as a teaching activity aimed at enhancing occupational therapy (OT) students' cultural awareness and sensitivity; however, its effect on cultural competence in healthcare profession students has not been previously investigated. Aim To examine whether participation in a Human Library can facilitate the development of OT students' cultural awareness and sensitivity and to understand the factors contributing to changes in cultural competence from the students' perspective. Method This is a mixed-method study. Quantitative data was collected by participant characteristic survey and pre/post-Human Library cultural competence assessment (CCA). The quantitative data was used to inform the selection of participants and questions for the second qualitative phase. Quantitative data were analyzed using independent samples and paired t-tests, analysis of variance and Pearson correlation. Qualitative data were analyzed using coding reliability thematic analysis. Results Statistically significant increases were noted in CAS, CCB and overall CCA scores from pre- to post-Human Library. Participant characteristics such as gender, work experience in aged care and the health sector had a positive effect on pre-Human Library CCA results. Qualitative data demonstrated that participants perceived they had a level of cultural competence prior to attending the Human Library however, still made gains in cultural awareness and sensitivity and were motivated and inspired to provide culturally congruent healthcare. Conclusion The Human Library can be considered for inclusion within a suite of learning methods for healthcare professional student curricula as a cost-effective, flexible teaching method for the development of competencies for culturally congruent healthcare.
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- Kirsty Pope
- Department of Occupational Therapy, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Goudsouzian LK, Hsu JL. Reading Primary Scientific Literature: Approaches for Teaching Students in the Undergraduate STEM Classroom. CBE LIFE SCIENCES EDUCATION 2023; 22:es3. [PMID: 37279086 PMCID: PMC10424225 DOI: 10.1187/cbe.22-10-0211] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Revised: 03/23/2023] [Accepted: 04/20/2023] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Teaching undergraduate students to read primary scientific literature (PSL) is cited as an important goal for many science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) classes, given a range of cognitive and affective benefits for students who read PSL. Consequently, there are a number of approaches and curricular interventions published in the STEM education literature on how to teach students to read PSL. These approaches vary widely in their instructional methods, target student demographic, required class time, and level of assessment demonstrating the method's efficacy. In this Essay, we conduct a systematic search to compile these approaches in an easily accessible manner for instructors, using a framework to sort the identified approaches by target level, time required, assessment population, and more. We also provide a brief review of the literature surrounding the reading of PSL in undergraduate STEM classrooms and conclude with some general recommendations for both instructors and education researchers on future areas of investigation.
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- Schmid College of Science and Technology, Chapman University, Orange, CA 92866
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Coun MJH, De Ruiter M, Peters P. At your service: supportiveness of servant leadership, communication frequency and communication channel fostering job satisfaction across generations. Front Psychol 2023; 14:1183203. [PMID: 37720648 PMCID: PMC10502177 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1183203] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2023] [Accepted: 08/14/2023] [Indexed: 09/19/2023] Open
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Introduction The present study contributes to the conversations on the role of 'autonomy supportive' factors in employee wellbeing in remote work contexts by examining the relationships between servant leadership, communication frequency - overall and via synchronous (i.e., individual video-calls, individual telephone calls) and asynchronous communication channels (i.e., e-mail messages, and WhatsApp) - on the one hand, and job satisfaction, on the other, and the moderating role of generation (Baby Boomers and Gen X versus Gen Y) in these relationships. Method Building on self-determination theory, incorporating insights from servant leadership, telework, and media richness and synchronicity literatures, we developed hypotheses that were tested via multilevel analysis (273 employees nested in 89 managers). Results In line with expectations, servant leadership had a positive relationship with job satisfaction. Total communication frequency, however, was not related to job satisfaction. Further analyses per communication channel showed that only level 2 e-mail communication frequency was positively related to job satisfaction. In contrast to expectations, the relationships studied were not moderated by generation. Discussion We concluded that, for all generations, both servant leadership and frequent (e-mail) communication can be regarded as 'autonomy supportive' factors in employee wellbeing. Paradoxically, whereas servant leadership, considered as a human-centric leadership style, suggests close trust-based employment relationships, employees valued frequent asynchronous communication (via e-mail). Having access to information and knowledge when needed may satisfy employees' need for autonomy (and perhaps for flexibility to engage in work and non-work activities). The insights gained in our study can inform organizations, managers, and employees, particularly in future remote work contexts.
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- Center for Strategy, Organization and Leadership, Nyenrode Business Universiteit, Breukelen, Netherlands
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- Center for Strategy, Organization and Leadership, Nyenrode Business Universiteit, Breukelen, Netherlands
- Organization, Leadership and Management, Inland School of Business and Social Sciences, Lillehammer, Norway
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Brown D, River J, Sheppard-Law S, Chang O, Obed J, Townsend L, Iro E, Rumsey M. Evaluation of a Culturally Adapted Online Basic Psychosocial Skills Training Program for International Frontline Workers in Under-Resourced Contexts During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Disaster Med Public Health Prep 2023; 17:e452. [PMID: 37587713 DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2023.106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/18/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Frontline workers report negative mental health impacts of being exposed to the risk of COVID-19, and of supporting people struggling with the effects of the virus. Uptake of psychological first-aid resources is inconsistent, and they may not meet the needs of frontline workers in under-resourced contexts. This study evaluates a culturally adapted basic psychosocial skills (BPS) training program that aimed to meet the needs of frontline workers in under-resourced settings. METHODS A cross-sectional survey administered to frontline workers who completed the program between 2020 and 2022, investigated their perceived confidence, satisfaction, and skill development, as well as their views on relevance to context and accessibility of the program. RESULTS Out of the 1000 people who had undertaken the BPS program, 118 (11.8%) completed the survey. Participants reported high levels of satisfaction and improved confidence in, and knowledge of, psychosocial skills. Participants reported that the BPS program was culturally and contextually relevant, and some requested expansion of the program, including more interactivity, opportunities for anonymous participation, and adaption to other cultural contexts, including translation into languages other than English. CONCLUSION Findings indicate a need for free, online, and culturally adapted psychosocial skills training program that is designed with key stakeholders to ensure relevance to social and cultural contexts.
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- Di Brown
- World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Nursing, Midwifery and Health Development, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Sydney, Australia
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- World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Nursing, Midwifery and Health Development, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Sydney, Australia
- Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
- Northern Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Health, UTS, Sydney, Australia
- The Prince of Wales Hospital & Sydney Hospital & Sydney Eye Hospital
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- College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, Fiji National University, Fiji
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Health, UTS, Sydney, Australia
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- World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Nursing, Midwifery and Health Development, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Sydney, Australia
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Ratinho E, Martins C. The role of gamified learning strategies in student's motivation in high school and higher education: A systematic review. Heliyon 2023; 9:e19033. [PMID: 37636393 PMCID: PMC10448467 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e19033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2022] [Revised: 06/28/2023] [Accepted: 08/07/2023] [Indexed: 08/29/2023] Open
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Gamification, defined as the integration of videogame components to promote a gameful experience, is increasingly being implemented in education with the aim of enhancing students' engagement and motivation. Accordingly, since 2010 it has constituted an area of growing interest for researchers and teachers. Following PRISMA 2020's methodology, a systematic review (SR) was conducted in November 2022 seeking to explore the influence of gamification strategies on students' motivation to learn. Having identified 548 articles, 40 studies were chosen based on the selection criteria set and analyzed to reveal that game elements such as points, badges and rankings are widely used to motivate students. From a theoretical perspective, gamification studies focus on the dichotomy of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. The results suggest a positive influence of gamification strategies on students' motivation, although in the long run, such motivation can decline. Furthermore, the influence of a novelty effect and extrinsic rewards on motivation is identified, which can lead to greater motivation in the short term, followed by a decrease with further exposure to gamification. Future studies should focus on the influence of students' individual traits (e.g., gaming experience, openness to competition and cooperation) on gamification strategies. Moreover, long-term exposure to gamification as well as the novelty effect should be explored.
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- Elias Ratinho
- Department of Psychology and Sciences of Education, University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
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- Psychology Research Centre [CIP] of University Autónoma de Lisboa / University of Algarve, Department of Psychology and Sciences of Education, University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
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Knapp AA, Hersch E, Wijaya C, Herrera MA, Kruzan KP, Carroll AJ, Lee S, Baker A, Gray A, Harris V, Simmons R, Kour Sodhi D, Hannah N, Reddy M, Karnik NS, Smith JD, Brown CH, Mohr DC. "The library is so much more than books": considerations for the design and implementation of teen digital mental health services in public libraries. Front Digit Health 2023; 5:1183319. [PMID: 37560198 PMCID: PMC10409481 DOI: 10.3389/fdgth.2023.1183319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2023] [Accepted: 07/03/2023] [Indexed: 08/11/2023] Open
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Background Adolescence is a vulnerable developmental period, characterized by high rates of mental health concerns, yet few adolescents receive treatment. Public libraries support adolescents by providing them with access to teen programming, technological resources, and have recently been providing mental health services. Digital mental health (DMH) services may help libraries provide scalable mental health solutions for their adolescent patrons and could be well positioned to address the mental health needs of historically underrepresented racial and ethnic (HURE) adolescents; however, little research has been conducted on the compatibility of DMH services with adolescent patron mental health needs or resource needs of library workers supporting them. Methods The research team formed a partnership with a public library, which serves a large HURE adolescent population. We conducted needs assessment and implementation readiness interviews with 17 library workers, including leadership, librarians, and workers with specialized areas of practice. Interview questions focused on library infrastructure, as well as library needs and preferences around the design and implementation of DMH services for adolescents. We used the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research as guiding implementation determinant framework to code and analyze the interview transcripts. Results Our findings revealed library workers play an important role in guiding patrons to desired resources and share a goal of implementing adolescent DMH resources into the library and elevating marginalized adolescents' voices. Existing library resources, such as the library's role as a safe space for adolescents in the community, close relationships with external and community organizations, and availability of no-cost technological resources, could help facilitate the implementation of DMH services. Barriers related to community buy-in, mental health stigma, and library worker confidence in supporting adolescent mental health could affect service implementation. Conclusions Our findings suggest public libraries are highly promising settings to deploy DMH services for adolescents. We identified important determinants that may impact the implementation of DMH services in public library settings. Special considerations are needed to design services to meet the mental health needs of HURE adolescent populations and those adolescents' most experiencing health inequities.
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- Ashley A. Knapp
- Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Department of Psychology, University of Massachusetts Boston, Boston, MA, United States
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- Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Department of Psychology, The University of North Texas, Denton, TX, United States
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- Oak Park Public Library, Oak Park, IL, United States
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- Oak Park Public Library, Oak Park, IL, United States
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- Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences, University of California, Irvine, CA, United States
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- College of Medicine, University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, IL, United States
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- School of Medicine, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, United States
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- Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, United States
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Mahmoud S, Withorn T. Faculty-Librarian Collaboration to Enhance Information Literacy Skills in an Online Nursing Course. Nurs Educ Perspect 2023:00024776-990000000-00153. [PMID: 37428646 DOI: 10.1097/01.nep.0000000000001145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/12/2023]
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ABSTRACT This article describes an exemplary collaboration in which a librarian was fully embedded in beginner undergraduate nursing courses in a baccalaureate nursing program. The goal was to increase academic help-seeking behaviors and information literacy skills. Students benefited from the intervention and increasingly demonstrated the use of better sources for their evidence-based practice assignments. Library tutorials were permanently integrated into the courses. A collaborative approach to designing research assignments allowed the librarian and nursing faculty to lay a foundation of information literacy in the nursing program and encourage academic help-seeking behaviors.
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- Sally Mahmoud
- About the Authors Sally Mahmoud, DNP, MSN, MPH, RN, is an assistant professor, Department of Nursing, California State University, Dominguez Hills, Carson. Tessa Withorn, MLS, is a nursing librarian, California State University, Dominguez Hills. For more information, contact Dr. Mahmoud at
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Belay AA, Gasheya KA, Engdaw GT, Kabito GG, Tesfaye AH. Work-related burnout among public secondary school teachers is significantly influenced by the psychosocial work factors: a cross-sectional study from Ethiopia. Front Psychol 2023; 14:1215421. [PMID: 37465483 PMCID: PMC10351280 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1215421] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2023] [Accepted: 06/05/2023] [Indexed: 07/20/2023] Open
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Introduction Work-related burnout (WRB) is the degree of physical and psychological fatigue and exhaustion perceived by individuals as related to their work. Even though the condition is widespread across various occupations, teachers inevitably experience high levels of burnout in their work, which can have long-term effects on their health and well-being. However, in developing countries such as Ethiopia, the lack of reliable data on psychosocial hazards, including work-related burnout, often encumbers officials from planning preventive measures. This study investigated the prevalence and contributing factors of work-related burnout among public secondary school teachers in Gondar City, northwestern Ethiopia. Methods An institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted from May to June 2022. A sample of 588 teachers was recruited using simple random sampling. Work-related burnout was assessed using a standardized seven-item Copenhagen Burnout Inventory (CBI). The data were collected through a self-administered questionnaire. The collected data were entered into EpiData and analyzed using SPSS. A multivariable logistic regression analysis was used to identify factors associated with work-related burnout. Results The overall response rate was 94.05% (N = 553). The majority of participants, 356 (64.4%), were male. The mean (±SD) age of the participants was 38.74 (±7.65) years. This study demonstrated that the prevalence of work-related burnout among school teachers in the past 12 months was 37.4% (n = 207). High job demands, job stress, job dissatisfaction, low role clarity, and student demotivation were found to be the psychosocial work factors that significantly influenced the prevalence of work-related burnout among school teachers. Conclusion This study highlights the high prevalence of work-related burnout among public secondary school teachers. Psychosocial work factors such as job demands, job stress, job satisfaction, role clarity, and student demotivation were significant factors influencing work-related burnout. To reduce the condition, it is recommended to take measures to cope with high job demands, improve stress management skills, promote job satisfaction strategies, clarify teachers' responsibilities, and use effective teaching practices to motivate students. In general, addressing psychosocial work factors needs to be central to efforts to prevent teacher burnout.
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- Azanaw Asega Belay
- Department of Occupational Health and Safety, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Occupational Health and Safety, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Institute of Public Health, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Institute of Public Health, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Institute of Public Health, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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Phillips P, Trenoweth S. Crossing the 'flaky bridge' - the initial transitory experiences of qualifying as a paramedic: a mixed-methods study. Br Paramed J 2023; 8:18-27. [PMID: 37284606 PMCID: PMC10240861 DOI: 10.29045/14784726.2023.6.8.1.18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023] Open
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Introduction Newly qualified paramedics (NQPs) may experience emotional turbulence as they transition to professional practice. This may negatively affect confidence and have an adverse effect on attrition. This study highlights the initial transitory experiences of NQPs. Methods The study utilised a mixed-methods convergent design. Qualitative and quantitative data were collected simultaneously and triangulated to more fully interpret participants' experiences. A convenience sample of 18 NQPs from one ambulance trust was used. The Connor-Davidson Resilience 25-point Scale questionnaire (CD-RISC25) was administered and analysed using descriptive statistics. Semi-structured interviews were conducted simultaneously and analysed using Charmaz's constructivist grounded theory approach. Data were collected from September to December 2018. Results There was a range of resilience scores, with a mean of 74.7/100 (standard deviation 9.6). Factors relating to social support were scored highly, and factors relating to determinism and spirituality were scored lower. Qualitative data constructed a process whereby participants were navigating a new identity across three spheres simultaneously: professional, social and personal identity. Attending a catalyst event such as a cardiac arrest was a trigger for starting to navigate this process. Participants had different pathways through this transitional period. Participants who found this process particularly turbulent seemed to have lower resilience scores. Conclusion The transition from student to NQP is an emotionally turbulent time. Navigating a changing identity seems to be at the centre of this turbulence, and this is triggered by a catalyst event such as attending a cardiac arrest. Interventions which support the NQP in navigating this change in identity, such as group supervision, may improve resilience and self-efficacy and reduce attrition.
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- Peter Phillips
- Bournemouth University ORCID iD: http://orcid.org/0000-0002-9895-6945
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- Bournemouth University ORCID iD: http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8342-499X
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Loofbourrow BM, Scherr RE. Food Insecurity in Higher Education: A Contemporary Review of Impacts and Explorations of Solutions. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:ijerph20105884. [PMID: 37239614 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20105884] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2023] [Revised: 05/10/2023] [Accepted: 05/15/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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Food insecurity is a global phenomenon which impacts a variety of social, economic, and life-stage groups. One such group affected by food insecurity is college students, who tend to experience food insecurity at a prevalence which exceeds the average of their local communities. The impacts of food insecurity in this population are multifaceted and have implications for their college experience and beyond. Food insecurity has been observed to have negative effects on college student academic performance, physical health, and mental health. This review explores the impacts of and solutions for food insecurity in this population globally, with particular emphasis on the United States, and specifically California.
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- Family, Interiors, Nutrition and Apparel, San Francisco State University, San Francisco, CA 94132, USA
- Scherr Nutrition Science Consulting, San Francisco, CA 94115, USA
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Library anxiety among Croatian students: Construction, Validation and Application of Croatian-Library Anxiety Scale (CRO-LAS). JOURNAL OF ACADEMIC LIBRARIANSHIP 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2023.102687] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/17/2023]
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Tribelhorn SK. Preliminary Investigation of Sustainability Awareness and Activities among Academic Libraries in the United States. JOURNAL OF ACADEMIC LIBRARIANSHIP 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2022.102661] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Butt K, Jabeen M, Zareef M. What leadership qualities are necessary for productive librarianship? Explore coaxial traits of academic librarians in the twin cities of Pakistan. JOURNAL OF ACADEMIC LIBRARIANSHIP 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2023.102677] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/27/2023]
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Outreach to distance learning faculty: A scoping review. JOURNAL OF ACADEMIC LIBRARIANSHIP 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2023.102681] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/06/2023]
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Jackson JM, Moreno TH, Scoulas JM. Examining undergraduate student perceptions and engagement during the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic. JOURNAL OF ACADEMIC LIBRARIANSHIP 2023; 49:102683. [PMID: 36919114 PMCID: PMC9986141 DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2023.102683] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2022] [Revised: 02/18/2023] [Accepted: 02/27/2023] [Indexed: 03/08/2023]
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The objectives of this study were to understand undergraduate students' overall experiences with the transition to remote learning and understand students' level of involvement with online and in-person campus programs at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. This paper presents the findings from a series of library focus groups conducted with undergraduate students in the summer 2021. Findings showed that students experienced parallel benefits and challenges to that of remote learning when attending online campus programs. Based on these findings this paper provides student-driven recommendations for library programming. Understanding the levels of student involvement across different types of engagement and different campus stakeholders allows for articulation of the greater implications for developing library student engagement efforts.
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- Jennifer M Jackson
- University of Illinois Chicago, University Library, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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- University of Illinois Chicago, University Library, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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Hagman J. Qualitative researchers' experiences of methodological instruction and technology use. JOURNAL OF ACADEMIC LIBRARIANSHIP 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2023.102708] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/30/2023]
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Correa AB, Pham H, Bucklin R, Sewell D, Afifi R. Students supporting students: evaluating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on resident assistant mental health. JOURNAL OF AMERICAN COLLEGE HEALTH : J OF ACH 2023:1-11. [PMID: 37120852 DOI: 10.1080/07448481.2023.2201867] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2022] [Revised: 03/17/2023] [Accepted: 04/05/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To examine the impact of the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV2 (COVID-19) pandemic on Residents Assistants (RA) at a public university in the Midwest. PARTICIPANTS Sixty-seven RAs that had been offered an RA position for the '20-'21 academic year. METHODS An online cross-sectional survey measuring socio-demographics, stress, and well-being was fielded. MANCOVA models evaluated the impact of COVID-19 on well-being of Current RAs and compared to the non-current RA groups. RESULTS Sixty-seven RAs provided valid data. Overall, 47% of RAs had moderate-severe anxiety and 86.3% had moderate-high level of stress. Current RAs perceiving a great impact of COVID on life had significantly more stress, anxiety, burnout, and secondary traumatic stress than those who did not. RAs who started then quit experienced significantly higher secondary trauma compared to Current RAs. CONCLUSIONS Further research is needed to better understand the experiences and of RAs and to develop policies and programs to support RAs.
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- Anna B Correa
- Community and Behavioral Health Department, University of Iowa College of Public Health, Iowa City, Iowa, USA
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- Biostatistics Department, University of Iowa College of Public Health, Iowa City, Iowa, USA
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- Community and Behavioral Health Department, University of Iowa College of Public Health, Iowa City, Iowa, USA
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- Biostatistics Department, University of Iowa College of Public Health, Iowa City, Iowa, USA
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- Community and Behavioral Health Department, University of Iowa College of Public Health, Iowa City, Iowa, USA
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Herbert J, Ferri L, Hernandez B, Zamarripa I, Hofer K, Fazeli MS, Shnitsar I, Abdallah K. Personality diversity in the workplace: A systematic literature review on introversion. JOURNAL OF WORKPLACE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH 2023. [DOI: 10.1080/15555240.2023.2192504] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/07/2023]
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- Bristol Myers Squibb, Lawrenceville, New Jersey, USA
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- Bristol Myers Squibb, Lawrenceville, New Jersey, USA
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Christensen A. Misstrauen, Perfektionismus und die dunkle Seite der Sinnhaftigkeit : Drei Hemmschuhe für „New Work“ in Bibliotheken. BIBLIOTHEK FORSCHUNG UND PRAXIS 2023. [DOI: 10.1515/bfp-2022-0060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/08/2023]
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Zusammenfassung
Der Beitrag setzt sich vor dem Hintergrund eigener Erfahrungen als Führungskraft mit den Herausforderungen auseinander, die im Umfeld wissenschaftlicher Bibliotheken bei der Etablierung von New-Work-Modellen erwartet werden. Es werden verschiedene Elemente von bibliothekarischer Arbeitskultur und bibliothekarischem Selbstverständnis aufgezeigt, die eine nachhaltige Implementierung von New Work nach Meinung der Autorin derzeit noch behindern. Der Beitrag schließt mit zehn Thesen, die eine Utopie der Bibliothek 2040 beschreiben.
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Villarroya A, Boté-Vericad JJ. The gender and LGBTQ perspectives in library and information science: A case study at the University of Barcelona. LIBRARY & INFORMATION SCIENCE RESEARCH 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.lisr.2023.101238] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/29/2023]
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Zhang M, Doi L, Awua J, Asare H, Stenhouse R. Challenges and possible solutions for accessing scholarly literature among medical and nursing professionals and students in low-and-middle income countries: A systematic review. NURSE EDUCATION TODAY 2023; 123:105737. [PMID: 36753870 DOI: 10.1016/j.nedt.2023.105737] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2022] [Revised: 01/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/22/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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BACKGROUND Access to high quality research literature is essential for educating nursing and healthcare students to promote evidence-based practice. Within Low- and Middle-Income countries (LMICs) access is limited due to financial and structural constraints within countries and institutions. Reduced access to research literature limits the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals through its impact on the education of healthcare staff and on the development of contextually appropriate evidence for practice. OBJECTIVE To identify the challenges and possible solutions for accessing scholarly literature among medical and nursing professionals and students in low-and-middle income countries. DESIGN Systematic review. DATA SOURCES Searches were conducted in MEDLINE, CINAHL PLUS, ERIC, ASSIA, EMBASE, and Google Scholar. REVIEW METHODS Five bibliography databases were searched using relevant search terms, from January 2002 to July 2022. Additional searches were carried out in Google Scholar. Titles, abstracts, and full texts were independently screened by at least two authors, based on predefined eligibility criteria. Pertinent data were extracted from included studies, and critical appraisal was undertaken. Data were analysed and presented in a narrative approach. RESULTS Five papers met the inclusion criteria and were included. Three aspects of challenges at different levels emerged: infrastructure and institutional level factors, individual factors, and lack of contextually appropriate evidence. Three solutions were identified: capacity development opportunities, improving Internet access, and increasing awareness of free resources. CONCLUSION This review provides an overview of common barriers medical and nursing professionals and students encounter whilst accessing scholarly literature in LMICs and identifies some possible solutions to address them. The findings can be used to guide institutions, as well as national and international decision makers to elicit policy which can promote the uptake of research in LMICs. Further research should focus on how these solutions could be harnessed to address the problems identified in this review.
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- Mengying Zhang
- Nursing Studies, School of Health in Social Science, University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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- Nursing Studies, School of Health in Social Science, University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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- College of Health and Wellbeing, Kintampo, Ghana; Community, Family and Addiction Sciences, Texas Tech University, United States of America
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- College of Health and Wellbeing, Kintampo, Ghana; Tamale Central Hospital, Tamale, Ghana
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- Nursing Studies, School of Health in Social Science, University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
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Prabhu R, Simpson TW, Miller SR, Cutler SL, Meisel NA. Teaching Designing for Additive Manufacturing: Formulating Educational Interventions That Encourage Design Creativity. 3D PRINTING AND ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING 2023; 10:356-372. [PMID: 37123526 PMCID: PMC10133973 DOI: 10.1089/3dp.2021.0087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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As additive manufacturing (AM) processes become more ubiquitous in engineering, design, and manufacturing, the need for a workforce skilled in designing for additive manufacturing (DfAM) has grown. Despite this need for an AM-skilled workforce, little research has systematically investigated the formulation of educational interventions for training engineers in DfAM. In this article, we synthesize findings from our experiments with 596 engineering design students to inform the development of educational interventions-comprising content presentations and design tasks-that encourage student learning and creativity. Specifically, we investigated the effects of four variations of DfAM educational interventions by manipulating the following: (1) the content of DfAM information presented, (2) the order of presenting the DfAM content, (3) the definition of the AM design task, and (4) the competitive structure of the AM design task. The effects of these variations were experimentally tested by comparing changes in students' DfAM self-efficacy and the creativity of students' design outcomes. Validated measures were also developed as part of our studies to help mature the nascent field of DfAM education. Based on the findings of our experiments, we discuss how task-based educational interventions can be formulated to (1) increase students' DfAM self-efficacy, (2) encourage students to generate ideas of high AM technical goodness, and (3) encourage students to generate more creative ideas when using AM. The novel synthesis of our findings in this article will help educators formulate effective DfAM educational interventions and tasks to foster a workforce skilled in DfAM.
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- Rohan Prabhu
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Lafayette College, Easton, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering and The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
- Department of Industrial Engineering, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
- School of Engineering Design, Technology, and Professional Programs, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Industrial Engineering, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
- School of Engineering Design, Technology, and Professional Programs, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Leonhard Center for Enhancement of Engineering Education, The Pennsylvania State University, Pennsylvania, University Park, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering and The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
- School of Engineering Design, Technology, and Professional Programs, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
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Tate K, Penconek T, Dias BM, Cummings GG, Bernardes A. Authentic leadership, organizational culture and the effects of hospital quality management practices on quality of care and patient satisfaction. J Adv Nurs 2023. [PMID: 37002558 DOI: 10.1111/jan.15663] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2022] [Revised: 01/17/2023] [Accepted: 03/15/2023] [Indexed: 04/04/2023]
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AIM To examine the influence of hospital culture and authentic leadership on the effects of quality improvement practices on patient satisfaction. BACKGROUND Nurses in formal leadership roles shape and are shaped by organizational culture to achieve high performance standards to influence quality of care. DESIGN Using structural equation modelling, we tested a model on quality improvement practices across three participant groups that differed based on authentic leadership and hospital culture. METHODS We used survey data from a cross-sectional study conducted in 2015 measuring nurse. Managers' perceptions of authentic leadership, implementation of quality improvement, and organizational culture in Canadian hospitals. RESULTS 226 nurse managers participated. Our model estimations fit for the high-relational group and mixed group. Our model explained 50.7% and 39.5% variance in our outcome variable of patient satisfaction for the high-relational group and mixed group, respectively. Our model failed to fit the low-relational group. CONCLUSION Authentic leadership and developmental/group hospital cultures improve quality management practices, quality of care and patient satisfaction. In organizations with low authentic leadership and hierarchical/rational cultures, strategies should target increasing authentic leadership and shifting to developmental cultures. Organizations with high authentic leadership and/or developmental/group cultures should target employee engagement, autonomy and teamwork. IMPACT We examined how different combinations of authentic leadership and hospital culture influence the effects of quality management practices on quality improvement and patient satisfaction. Findings demonstrate that having both high authentic leadership and developmental or group hospital cultures are essential for quality improvement practices to enhance the quality of care and patient satisfaction. These organizations would benefit the most from systemic programs aimed at standardizing quality management practices as they have the culture and leadership to support these practices. For hospitals with hierarchical/rational cultures and/or low authentic leadership, enhancing hospital culture and leadership through leadership training and accreditation programs is critically needed. PATIENT OR PUBLIC CONTRIBUTION The College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta contributed to this study by facilitating data collection and supporting the conduct of the study through messaging to its members.
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- Kaitlyn Tate
- Faculty of Nursing University of Alberta Edmonton Alberta Canada
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- Faculty of Nursing University of Alberta Edmonton Alberta Canada
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- Ribeirão Preto College of Nursing University of São Paulo Ribeirão Preto São Paulo Brazil
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- Faculty of Nursing, College of Health Sciences University of Alberta Edmonton Alberta Canada
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- Ribeirão Preto College of Nursing University of São Paulo Ribeirão Preto São Paulo Brazil
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Academic libraries' leaders' decision-making during the COVID-19 crisis. JOURNAL OF ACADEMIC LIBRARIANSHIP 2023; 49:102709. [PMID: 37008960 PMCID: PMC10050279 DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2023.102709] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2023] [Revised: 03/23/2023] [Accepted: 03/27/2023] [Indexed: 03/31/2023]
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During the COVID-19 crisis, leaders of academic libraries had to make various decisions to retain library relevance and maintain essential services. The COVID-19 crisis raised the question of libraries' value to their universities more than ever. Libraries were facing financial difficulties but also operational challenges due to the services built around physical libraries. This paper uses a mixed methods approach to investigate academic library leaders' decision-making during the first year of the COVID-19 crisis. It combines quantitative and qualitative data from previous studies with primary data collected by the author to determine what kind of decisions university library leaders faced during the crisis and why. These studies show that leaders were concerned about the following main challenges: lack of access to physical services and collections, the safety of staff and patrons, new ways of working, and the library's role during the crisis. The results show that library leaders made decisions in smaller groups or some cases, individually due to the lack of time or information. While there have been numerous studies on libraries' response to the COVID-19 crisis in the past three years, this paper focuses mainly on academic library leaders and their decision-making to solve the crisis for their libraries.
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Soroya SH, Faiola A. Why did people avoid information during the COVID-19 pandemic? Understanding information sources' dynamics among Pakistani Z generation. LIBRARY HI TECH 2023. [DOI: 10.1108/lht-02-2022-0113] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/12/2023]
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PurposeGrounded in the stressor-strain-outcome model, this study aims to examine the impact of different information sources on information behavior among the Pakistani Z generation during the pandemic.Design/methodology/approachThe study was quantitative, with 344 responses collected from Gen Z (those born in the late 1990s) using an online survey. The proposed structural model was tested with the help of SmartPLS 3.3. Information sources were divided into four categories, i.e. conventional media, personal networks, social media and Internet use through official health websites.FindingsIn the Pakistani context, conventional media was found to develop information overload among Zers, whereas social media and personal networks were positively associated with information anxiety. However, Internet use (official and medical websites) for health-related information-seeking significantly reduced information anxiety among people. None of these information sources are the reason for information avoidance but the sources affect either the independent predictor of information avoidance or the mediators. Whereas information overload is a predictor of information anxiety and information, anxiety is a mediator between information overload and avoidance behavior.Research limitations/implicationsTo avoid the negative consequences of abundant information, the authors need to promote and encourage the use of authentic information sources to make Gen Z skeptical, independent, critical and scientific thinkers.Originality/valueInformation sources' dynamics in terms of negative consequences of abundant information has not been explored previously at this magnitude, particularly from the perspective of a developing country.
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Crabtree L, Latham D, gross M, Baum B, Randolph K. Social Workers in the Stacks: Public librarians’ Perceptions and Experiences. PUBLIC LIBRARY QUARTERLY 2023. [DOI: 10.1080/01616846.2023.2188873] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/14/2023]
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- L. Crabtree
- School of Information, Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, USA
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- School of Information, Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, USA
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- School of Information, Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, USA
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- School of Information, Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, USA
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- College of Social Work, Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, USA
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Trang NM, McKenna B, Cai W, Morrison AM. I do not want to be perfect: investigating generation Z students' personal brands on social media for job seeking. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & PEOPLE 2023. [DOI: 10.1108/itp-08-2022-0602] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/08/2023]
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PurposeThis research aims to explore generation (Gen) Z's personal branding on social media when job seeking.Design/methodology/approachGen Z students, in their final year of university, were interviewed about personal branding, as well as recruiters and career advisors to gain insights into the recruitment process and expectations of online personal brands. Before interviewing, Gen Z students' LinkedIn profiles were examined, and then fed into the interview process.FindingsUsing impression management theory, the findings show that Gen Z perceive online personal brands as a crucial tool to gain more advantage in job markets. A gap was found between desired and perceived selves in Gen Z's online personal brands. Strategies such as effective self-reflection, authentic communication, self-promotion processes, awareness of risks and constantly controlling digital footprints were suggested to build stronger and more coherent personal brands. Gen Z are in favour of a more dynamic, interactive, work-in-process of authentic personal brands.Originality/valueThis research demonstrates the importance of authentically building online personal branding strategies and tactics to bridge the divide between Gen Z's desired and perceived images in personal branding on social media when job seeking.
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Use of scientific journals in Spanish universities: analysis of the relationship between citations and downloads in two university library consortia. Scientometrics 2023. [DOI: 10.1007/s11192-023-04670-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/09/2023]
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AbstractWe analyse the relationship between downloads of electronic journals included in four big deal bundles subscribed to by public university libraries affiliated to two library consortia in Spain (Castile and León and Galicia) and citations of the same journals by researchers at these universities. Download data on the big deals analysed (Emerald, ScienceDirect, Springer and Wiley) were obtained from COUNTER Journal Reports 1, and citation data were obtained from the bibliographic references given in articles indexed in Scopus between 2010 and 2017. The results show that only a low percentage of the subscribed journals was used in the scientific output of the universities’ researchers, with values ranging from 15 to 50%, and that there was a strong correlation between the universities’ volume of scientific production and the percentage of cited journals. We also found a strong correlation between downloads and citations, which was higher in the case of universities with a higher scientific output.
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Operation, development, opportunities and challenges of a human library in Taiwan. LIBRARY MANAGEMENT 2023. [DOI: 10.1108/lm-11-2022-0115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/06/2023]
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PurposeHuman libraries are special libraries that give access to real persons known as “human books.” Readers “check out” human books by attending reading sessions organized by the human library. The majority of previous studies focus on reporting the achievement of human libraries, especially on reducing prejudice and promoting social inclusion. There is a dearth of research to investigate how a human library serves and interacts with society. In this regard, this study aims at examining the operation, development, opportunities and challenges of the New Taipei City Human Library (NTCHL), the first and largest human library in Taiwan.Design/methodology/approachThis study adopts a triangulation methodology to collect and analyze a multitude of data. Participatory observation intends to understand the operation of the NTCHL. In-depth interview is conducted to collect the opinions of the staff of the NTCHL to identify the challenges and opportunities of the human library. Content analysis on relevant documents is performed to review the development and performance of the NTCHL.FindingsResults indicate that the NTCHL has successfully developed a good collection of human books. The NTCHL not only provides an alternative channel of learning, but also helps build connections between community members. The number of book loans and readers has substantially increased since NTCHL' inception, indicating an increasing demand for human library services in Taiwan. While the NTCHL strives for providing readers with better and diversified services, the issues of limited involvement and commitment of human books, heavy workload and the difficulty to establish a good collection of human books need to be addressed.Research limitations/implicationsThis study investigates a human library in Taiwan, but human libraries in different places are different in some aspects because those human libraries' social contexts are different. Future studies are recommended to compare the similarities and differences between different human libraries systematically. Furthermore, this study identifies the benefits of the human library but human library's effectiveness is not quantified and evaluated. Future studies may conduct quantitative assessments to fill the research gap.Practical implicationsHuman libraries must strive for providing better and diversified services to readers, but there are implications for workload and administration. The experience of the NTCHL may cast light on the future development of human libraries in Taiwan and other countries around the world.Social implicationsThis study shows that the NTCHL has brought a couple of benefits to the society of Taiwan. First, the NTCHL provides readers with an alternative experience of reading. This is an effective way to transmit informal or tacit knowledge. Second, building connections between community members was another benefit of the NTCHL. As modern people are becoming more accustomed to virtual life on the internet which suppresses interpersonal communication, the NTCHL represents an effective platform for communication and sharing of interpersonal experiences.Originality/valueThe novelty of this study is the use of triangulation methodology to investigate the operation, development, opportunities and challenges of the first and largest human library in Taiwan. The findings of this study may cast light on the future development of human libraries in Taiwan and other countries.
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Arave G, Stonebraker I. Information literacy problems in groupwork: Interpretations of the ACRL Framework. JOURNAL OF ACADEMIC LIBRARIANSHIP 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2022.102652] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Tulleners T, Campbell C, Taylor M. The experience of nurses participating in peer group supervision: a qualitative systematic review. Nurse Educ Pract 2023; 69:103606. [PMID: 36989698 DOI: 10.1016/j.nepr.2023.103606] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2022] [Revised: 12/16/2022] [Accepted: 03/08/2023] [Indexed: 03/19/2023]
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AIM This systematic review will identify, appraise, and synthesise the best available qualitative studies exploring nurses' experiences of peer group supervision. The review purpose draws from the synthesised evidence recommendations to enhance policy and implementation of peer group supervision in practice. BACKGROUND Clinical Supervision is increasing in acceptance as a means of professional and best practice support in nursing. Peer group supervision is a non-hierarchical, leaderless model of clinical supervision delivery and is an option for implementation by nursing management when prioritising staff support with limited resources. This systematic review will provide a synthesis of the qualitative literature regarding the nursing peer group supervision experience. Understanding the experience of peer group supervision from those participating may provide constructive insights regarding implementation of this practice to benefit both nurse and patient driven outcomes. DESIGN Included are peer reviewed journals focused on nurses' experiences of participating in peer group supervision. Participants are registered nurses of any designation. Qualitative articles, written in English and relating to any area of nursing practice and/or speciality are included. The standards of the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) Statement were used to guide the review. Two investigators independently screened titles, abstracts and selected full text studies describing the experience of peer group supervision. Pre-designed data extraction tools were utilised, and the review followed the Joanna Briggs Institute qualitative meta-aggregation approach with a hermeneutic interpretive analysis. RESULTS Results identified seven studies that met the inclusion criteria. A total of 52 findings that described the experiences of nursing peer group supervision are synthesised into eight categories. Four overarching synthesised findings resulted: 1. facilitating professional growth 2. trusting the group 3. professional learning experience and 4. shared experiences. Benefits such as sharing of experiences whilst receiving feedback and support were identified. Challenges identified related to group processes. CONCLUSIONS The paucity of international research into nursing peer group supervision poses challenges for nurse decision makers. Significantly, this review provides insight into the value of peer group supervision for nurses regardless of clinical context and setting. The ability to share and reflect with nursing peers enhances both personal and professional aspects of practice. The worth of the peer group supervision model varied across studies however the outcomes provided important insights into facilitating professional growth, enabling a space to share experiences and reflect, and to build teams where trust and respect develops in groups.
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Akbar A, Malik A, Warraich NF. Big Five Personality Traits and Knowledge Sharing Intentions of Academic Librarians. JOURNAL OF ACADEMIC LIBRARIANSHIP 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2022.102632] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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The impact of job crafting and work engagement on academic librarians before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. JOURNAL OF ACADEMIC LIBRARIANSHIP 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2023.102697] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/19/2023]
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Tomaszewski R. Library snackables: A study of one-minute library videos. JOURNAL OF ACADEMIC LIBRARIANSHIP 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2022.102647] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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