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Adult ESL Foundational Literacy Acquisition at The Branch
No full textAmidst an ever diversifying country, the need for quality adult ESL classes continues to grow tremendously. However, some individuals enrolled in adult ESL classes across the country experience a learning gap in comparison to their peers—these individuals either lack foundational literacy skills in either their own native language and/or their native language is extremely different from that of the English language. Foundational literacy is a vital skill for learning any language. To address this, we are implementing a one month long hybrid-learning study guide for adult ESL learners at The Branch, a local non-profit organization, in which those who are not yet prepared for beginner level ESL classes (Level 0) can have at-home, self-study tools using educational videos from the Tennessee Department of Education. The research methodology used is a qualitative case study in which we interview the Level 0 instructor for the adult ESL classes to discuss its effectiveness. We hypothesize that those who utilize the hybrid self-study tools alongside the in-person instruction will show increased levels of English language comprehension and literacy skills
Impostorism, Depression, and Work Motivation in U.S. Immigrants
No full textThe purpose of this study was to explore the relationship between imposter syndrome, depression, and different types of work motivation among first-generation employed immigrants in the United States. Participants (N = 160) recruited through Prolific completed self-report measures assessing impostorism, depression, and work motivation via Qualtrics. The results revealed that impostorism was not significantly correlated with introjected regulation motivation, r(158) = -.09, p = .264, r2 = .01, but impostorism was positively correlated with extrinsic social motivation, r(158) = .27, p \u3c .001, r2 = .07. This indicates that individuals with higher levels of impostorism may rely on external validation for work motivation. Depression showed a significant negative correlation with intrinsic motivation, r(158) = -.39, p \u3c.001, r2 = .15, and a significant positive correlation with amotivation, r(158) = .38, p \u3c.001, r2 = .14. These results align with previous research suggesting that depression decreases work motivation, while impostorism may increase work engagement. Limitations in this study included self-reported data and potential cultural differences in work motivation and mental health. Future research should explore using longitudinal designs to better understand these long-term effects
Bloodlines & Blindspots
No full textBloodlines and Blindspots
This work explores the complexities within family legacies – the truths we inherit, the stories left untold, and the resilience that carries us forward. This series reflects on the generational weight of trauma and deception while honoring the love and connection that persist through a blend of portraits, old family photographs, letters, and objects.
As we sift through what our ancestors left behind, we become interpreters of their lives, piecing together meaning from fragments. Yet, just as we examine their traces, we also leave behind our own photographs, words, and artifacts that future generations will use to understand us. This work invites viewers to confront their lineage and consider what stories they, too, will pass down, both the spoken and the silent
Default Bias: Urban Green Space Donations
Get PDFExperiment Proposal: Default Donations for Urban Green Spaces
Vicky Gao and Jane Felix Experiment Setup:
Participants are given a slip of paper outlining a hypothetical scenario in which they make a purchase with the option of donating 10 to Warner Parks in the name of a randomly selected participant after all responses have been collected. If you would like to keep the money instead, please write “I want to keep the money” below.
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Group B (Opt-Out Default): Suppose you just enjoyed some fresh air at Warner Parks with your class and your previous shoes cause you unnecessary pain. You resolve to purchase a pair of athletic hiking shoes for your Warner Parks adventures. Along with your purchase, you are asked if you would like to donate to support Warner Parks.
One person will receive 10 to Warner Parks if you are chosen, consistent with the hypothetical.
_______________________________________________________________ Expected Outcome:
More participants in Group A (Opt-In Default) will donate compared to Group B (Opt-Out Default), because of default bias. Concept: Default Bias
Our experiment aims to test the default bias discussed in the Nudge reading and analyze its significance in the context of influencing donations v.s. receiving monetary value. According to Thaler, default bias exists due to the human tendency to take the simplest and most accessible route. Within default bias, there is further implication of inertia’s influence on humans and the power of nudges such as the one employed in our experiment.
We are interested in expanding existing literature and experimentation on default bias in exploring its consistency in the context of donations
African American Health Disparities: Nashville’s Efforts to Bridge the Gap
Get PDFAfrican Americans experience significant health disparities, including a shorter life expectancy and high mortality rate. Systemic discrimination, limited access to quality healthcare, and socioeconomic inequalities are believed to be key contributing factors. Another key factor is a historical distrust of the healthcare system as a result of unethical biomedical experiments such as the Tuskegee Syphilis Study. A key figure in combating these disparities was Dr. Matthew Walker Sr., a pioneering African American physician whose contributions to medical education and healthcare access helped improve the well-being of underserved populations. Dr. Walker trained numerous Black physicians and established the Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center to provide healthcare to marginalized communities. His legacy shows the importance of diversity in the medical field and the need for equal healthcare access to reduce the health disparities African Americans face today
Punch and Glide: Healing Sexual Abuse Trauma through the Laban Efforts
No full textMental health, whether positive or negative, manifests in the body. Likewise, physical movement can alter mental states. But options for therapies with a focus on cultivating a positive connection between the brain and the body are limited. Traditional therapy is not equipped to meet the needs of every individual desiring healing. Survivors of sexual abuse often feel a disconnect between the brain and the body. The Laban efforts marry theatrical psychological techniques with physical movement expression. This essay explores and advocates for usage of the Laban efforts as a therapeutic tool for survivors of sexual abuse
The Unborn Child Protection Act of 2025: A Comprehensive Policy Analysis
No full textSome policymakers argue that women’s healthcare and abortion are two separate issues, but the literature has consistently proven that this is inaccurate (Manian, 2014). In reality, restricting abortion access causes serious harm to women and infants. Since Dobbs v. Jackson in 2021, there has been a thirteen percent increase in infant deaths and a forty percent increase in dangerous, self-administered abortions (Mcgovern et al., 2024). House Bill 0026, the Unborn Child Protection Act of 2025, amends TCA Title 29, Title 39, Chapter 15, Part 2, Title 53, Title 63, and Title 68. This bill criminalizes mailing abortion medication—including mifepristone, misoprostol, and mifeprex—and individuals found guilty can be held liable for five million dollars in damages. However, the literature supports that restricting access to abortions results in higher rates of maternal and infant mortality (Addante et al., 2021; Haddad & Nour, 2009; Mcgovern et al., 2024; Pabayo et al., 2020; Verma & Shainker, 2020). Thus, it is highly likely that this legislation will continue to harm women and children physically, emotionally, and financially. This legislation directly opposes the social work values of the dignity and worth of individuals and self-determination. Forcing women to give birth to babies they are not willing or able to support does not honor their dignity and worth. Women must have the right to bodily autonomy and make choices about their future without government interference or punishment
Preventing Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infections in ICU patients
Get PDFGroup Members: Josie Cowart, Riley D’Andrade, Emma Veres
CLABSI Project Summary
Our Change Project aimed to determine factors that contributed to central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI) and to develop an intervention that will reduce this complication in the hospital setting. Some contributing factors to this complication are staffing ratios, length of time the central line is in place, frequency of dressing changes, and training for he nursing staff on CLABSI prevention. Upon discussing with ICU nurses, we decided what intervention could be most beneficial in the hospital setting, and we developed a concept of an online course that would need to be completed by ICU nurses as a mandatory yearly education and recertification. Our budget for creating and implementing the online course is $950 for all anticipated expenses, and the timeline for creation of the course and implementation into practice is five months. The online course has eight modules that focus on addressing all aspects of infection prevention, sterile techniques, and guidelines to follow to provide evidence-based practice care for patients. Impact is determined by re-evaluating infection rates every 6 months to evaluate the course’s success. Working to prevent CLABSI occurrences will promote patient health and safety for patients in the ICU setting, decreasing the risk of complications and prolonged hospitalizations