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Evaluating the feasibility and acceptability of the Parent Child – CARE parenting intervention in a sample of Spanish-speaking Latinx families.
No full textParenting interventions are the gold standard for addressing child behavior problems andstrengthening parent-child relationships. Although effective, there is notable levels of attrition
due to the length and time commitment of most parenting interventions and especially for
minorities such as Spanish – speaking families. The present study examines the feasibility and
acceptability of the Parent Child – CARE parenting intervention in a sample of Spanish –
speaking families. All parents were primarily spanish-speaking (N = 25) and were recruited to
participate alongside their children who displayed mild to moderate behavioral problems. All
families were provided the Parent Child – CARE parenting intervention. Results revealed that
parents found the intervention to be an acceptable form of treatment for mild to moderate child
behavioral problems. Feasibility related affairs and future directions are discussed
The Preparation and Training of School Counselors for Roles in Virtual K-12 Settings
No full textEducation is changing. One example is the rise in online schools. Online schools are defined as schools where learning takes place mostly online and the students do not have physical contact with their teacher daily. Statistics indicate that almost five million students are enrolled in at least one online class. The rise in online schools results in a need for school counselors that are trained to work in the virtual environment. The purpose of this study was to explore the lived experiences of school counselors regarding any training and preparation for working in a virtual K-12 setting. There is a small amount of research on the roles of virtual school counselors, but there is no study on their training and preparation, so this topic represents a gap in the literature. The literature review covers online schools, virtual counseling, and school counseling to both put virtual school counseling into perspective and to provide context for the study. The theoretical framework is based on adult learning theory, specifically, the concept of andragogy. This study used a phenomenological research design to answer the following research questions: 1. What are the lived experiences of school counselors regarding any training and preparation for working in a virtual K-12 setting?
2. How do school counselors perceive the effectiveness of any training and preparation in addressing the specific challenges of working in a virtual K-12 setting?
3. In what ways do school counselors believe their preparation and training for work in the virtual K-12 setting could be improved?
The results indicated that although the participants did not receive any formal training in their graduate programs, most of the respondents felt their training in school counseling and their experience in a brick-and-mortar school significantly improved their ability to be successful in the virtual setting. There were numerous forms of informal training including peer and administrative support, mentorship, professional development, and professional organizations. Leveraging this previous training and experience and utilizing the informal training also supported them in meeting the unique challenges of the virtual environment. Finally, resources and best practices from the participants were shared
Considerations for Student Use of Generative AI - Teacher Handout
No full textTeachers should decide whether or not to allow students to use generative AI tools in their courses and assignments. Whatever you decide, clarify your course policy on AI with students so that they understand what is and isn’t allowed. This will help them use AI tools responsibly and avoid violations of academic integrity
Characterization of Stratospheric Gravity Waves Observed During the Perlan Mission II Campaign
No full textThe Perlan 2 glider soars in stratospheric gravity waves, setting subsonic records while collecting atmospheric data to advance aeronautical and meteorological knowledge. During the 2018 and 2019 Perlan Mission II campaign, radiosonde data were collected from El Calafate, Argentina (-50.28°, -72.05°) in the lee of the Southern Andes near the Southern Hemisphere PNJ. This is a known hot spot for gravity wave activity; however, direct atmospheric observations are sparse, resulting in poor atmospheric and climate model performance. Gravity waves can deposit energy and momentum far from their sources and are not fully resolved in numerical models, therefore, they must by properly parameterized based on physical observations to depict atmospheric conditions more accurately. During the 2019 deployment, a rare Southern Hemisphere sudden stratospheric warming occurred. Radiosonde and glider data collected during the Perlan Mission II is investigated to determine the characteristics of gravity waves observed in the lower stratosphere, which are initiated in the region from tropospheric or stratospheric sources. Gravity waves are characterized by their vertical and horizontal propagation properties, energy density, and momentum flux. The results suggest that, in addition to the typical mountain waves propagating upward into the stratosphere, downward propagating waves with a stratospheric source are observed during the sudden stratospheric warming event
Preventative Exercise for Collegiate Swimmers
No full textSwimming research has determined that rounded shoulders, a forward head and scapular dyskinesis are common imbalances that may lead to injuries without correction. Purpose: Evaluate a preventative exercise program designed to reduce injuries, correct postural deviations, and improve shoulder function over one collegiate swimming season. Methods: Twenty female NCAA Division I swimmers (average age=21.59±1.34 years) participated, completing pre-, mid- and post-season assessments of injury rates, shoulder range of motion, and stability using standardized tests. The intervention consisted of corrective exercises performed twice weekly for 25 weeks. Results: Swimmers who completed the program were 44% less likely to sustain an upper extremity injury compared to those without intervention. Significant improvements were observed in upper body stability, shoulder internal rotation and total range of motion. Conclusion: These findings suggest that a targeted corrective exercise program can effectively reduce injury rates and improve shoulder mobility and function in collegiate athletes
Mediating Effects of Physical Activity on the Association Between Adverse Childhood Experiences and Quality of Life in College Students
No full textAdverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are potentially traumatic events that occur duringchildhood and increase one’s likelihood to experience negative health outcomes. Physical
activity (PA) has been shown to buffer negative affects posed by ACEs on perceived quality of
life (QoL). This research examines how PA may mediate the association between ACEs and
poor QoL among college students. The relationship between ACEs and PA engagement is also
explored. By using self-report data, students’ perceived QoL, PA engagement, and exposure to
ACEs are quantified. Results show a positive association between ACEs and poor QoL (Direct
Effect = 16.2%, p = 0.023), PA does not significantly mediate this relationship. ACEs show a
negative relationship with PA (Direct Effect = 11.5%). Covariates like overweight status and
financial stress increases one’s propensity for ACEs (p = 0.008, p < 0.001). To improve the QoL
of college students with ACEs, interventions should focus on these factors
Evaluating User Experience in VR Applications
No full textUser studies are an important part of Human-computer interaction (HCI) research that, when designed well enough to answer a research question, can lead to successful outcomes and better use of development resources. Designing user studies can be a challenge, however. Despite going in with best intentions, the data collected may not capture the information needed to answer a research question. It's possible that confounding variables reveal themselves during the process of running a user study. In this thesis, two user studies involving Virtual Reality (VR) are run. Their designs are evaluated and discussed for their strengths and weaknesses toward answering the original research question. Then, a proposal for using a scaffolding approach to design a user study for learning a language in VR is explored. The scaffolding study reveals many insights into potential comfort and social prerequisites that need to be measured and potentially broken into a separate study
Summary of Virtual Site Visit with the Ohio Department of Transportation (Memorandum A)
No full textThis effort aimed to conduct a comprehensive gap analysis on the use of high-polymer (HP) binders and mixtures, identifying critical limitations, gaps, and needs through a Strengths-Weaknesses-Opportunities-Threats (SWOT) framework. In addition to addressing these gaps, the scope included documenting effective practices and lessons learned by state Departments of Transportation (DOTs). The findings provided DOTs with valuable guidance for designing, constructing, and accepting HP binders and mixtures, complementing work completed under the FHWA EDC-6: Targeted Overlay Pavement Solutions (TOPS) program. To achieve this objective, information was gathered through virtual site visits and other outreach methods with five key agencies, including a session graciously hosted by the Ohio Department of Transportation (OH DOT).Federal Highway AdministrationUnited States Department of Transportatio
A Vector Generalized Linear Model for Trivariate Stochastic Episodes with Pareto and Geometric Marginals
No full textExtreme weather, climate, and financial events are frequently featured in the news due to their significant impact on both human life and the environment. This work presents statistical modeling tools for analyzing such extreme events. We propose a multivariate model to describe events like storms, floods, heatwaves, and financial market crashes. The model incorporates covariates that influence the size or probability of these extreme events. Specifically, we implement a vector generalized linear model (VGLM), an extension of standard regression methods. We also develop parameter estimators, including theorems on their existence and uniqueness. To facilitate practical use, we have created a freely available computational package. In addition, we offer recommendations on best practices for handling common computational challenges in applying the model to real-world data. We demonstrate the effectiveness of our model by applying it to precipitation data in California and Nevada, achieving strong results
Shape-Selective Areas of Human Dorsal Cortex are Sensitive Stimulus Display Format
No full textNeuroimaging studies assume that brain responses to real objects and two-dimensional (2-D) pictures are equivalent. We used functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to compare selectivity to shape cues conveyed by real objects and pictures in known shape-processing areas of ventral and dorsal cortex. Selectivity was measured using a parametric object scrambling paradigm. Participants lay in the scanner with their head tilted forwards, and the stimuli were mounted on a turntable positioned over the waist. We found differences in global patterns of shape selectivity along both ventral and dorsal cortex, for real object and picture stimuli. These results suggest that the brain responds uniquely to shape when it is defined by tangible objects, perhaps because real objects convey information relevant to action and sematosensation