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Archives & Primary Sources Handbook
No full textThe Archives and Primary Sources Handbook is an open access, peer-reviewed textbook for those who want to learn more about handling and using archival and primary source materials, as well as a handbook for those who are teaching others. The handbook provides learners with the context and practical skills to make sense of the archival and primary source materials they may encounter in their research and classes. Additionally, the handbook provides educators with material and activities to guide students through a learning experience. The chapters predominantly feature open access, publicly available primary source materials.
The handbook is comprised of three sections:
Reference: This section includes encyclopedia-style chapters that provide context and aids researchers and learners in understanding how archival collections and the materials in them work and can be “read.”
Lesson Plans: This section includes activities and classes that can be used as written, or modified, by educators.
Pedagogy: This section includes educational theories and practices that inform teaching with primary and archival sources.
Types of archival and primary sources explored include textiles, photographs, maps, periodicals, and diaries. Readers will learn about fundamental archival resources such as finding aids, analysis methods such as reading photographs or zines, and applied archival practices such as establishing environmental conditions in an archival collection. Educators will find lesson plans, pedagogical practices, and information about evaluating and incorporating learning tools and platforms.https://digitalcommons.unomaha.edu/crisslibfacbooks/1007/thumbnail.jp
Nipu utaiamun (The Voice of Water)
Full text linkThis is a review of the short film Nipu utaiamun (The Voice of Water), directed by Uapukun (Flower) Mestokosho McKenzie
The Burden of Care: Understanding Burnout Among Pediatric Healthcare Workers
Full text linkBurnout among pediatric healthcare professionals is a growing concern that impacts both employee well-being and the overall quality of patient care. The aim of this study is to analyze the definition of burnout and how healthcare organizations can implore strategies to help improve the mental and physical well-being of their staff. Analysis was done through a survey administered to healthcare employees recruited from pediatric clinics, the neonatal ICU, pediatric research, and pediatric rehabilitation facilities. Findings from the methods found that burnout is often defined as prolonged occupational stress in an individual and are often characterized by symptoms of emotional exhaustion, physical exhaustion, and diminished engagement or motivation. These findings highlight the importance in preventative measures that address systemic workplace challenges and promote supportive work environments for pediatric healthcare professionals
Examining the Effects of Traditional Culturing Techniques on Filamentation Assays in the Fungus Candida albicans
No full textThe fungus Candida albicans is both a commensal organism of the human microbiome as well as a major human pathogen. The ability of this fungus to switch between yeastlike and filamentous forms of growth is linked to pathogenesis. The Blankenship lab has demonstrated that there are problems with the in vitro methods used to study this process. One of these issues, which had not been investigated in depth, was the standard use of culture tubes in liquid filamentation assays. Anecdotal evidence from the lab suggested that inducing filamentation in microscopy dishes yields higher rates of filamentation than the standard practice of growing cells in a culture tube and pipetting them onto a glass slide. This work examines discrepancies between the methods and the possibility that this discrepancy is due to a preferential selection of C. albicans in its yeastlike form when pipetting. The use of each technique under ideal filamentation conditions is compared, along with pipetting samples from both conditions to microscope slides, after different time points of incubation. The data appears to support the hypothesis that pipetting skews the ratios of yeast:filamentous cells
Fostering Critical Thinking in the World Language Classroom
Full text linkIn education, the lack of critical thinking (CT) in students has become increasingly evident in classrooms of all contents. There are a multitude of factors that have contributed to this issue over the last ten years, so just one is not solely to blame. This study examines the prevalence of a CT deficit in world language classrooms. Data from Integrated Performance Assessments (IPAs) and classroom observations proposed a need for students to increase their CT skills in the Spanish language. The study consisted of 21 students in a Spanish 2 course in grades 9-12 throughout 6 weeks. The research analyzed how the implementation of CT strategies such as questioning, reading and summarizing, and IPAs would improve student’s CT skills in the world language classroom. Students’ CT skills were assessed through pre-and post-IPAs, 4 short-constructed formative writing checks for learning, and anecdotal observations throughout the research period. Overall, 18 of the 21 students (85%) maintained or increased their performance of the constructed formative responses each week. In IPAs, 21 of 21 students (100%) increased or maintained their proficiency through the pre-and post-assessments, demonstrating critical thinking in Spanish. By the end of the study, students reported feelings of improvement in reading, writing, and speaking skills in Spanish also increasing student self-efficacy, motivation, and advocacy. Based on these findings the implementation of CT fostering strategies like Integrated Performance Assessments, probing, higher-level questioning, and reading and summarizing had a positive impact on student CT skills and language proficiency in Spanish 2
Building rapport, encouraging intrinsic motivation, and reducing anxiety with labor-based grading Labor-based grading: More rapport, less anxiety
Full text linkSince fall 2021, the author has practiced a method of ungrading, labor-based contract grading, in all courses in the small German program at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. The author has anecdotally observed less anxiety, fewer incidents of cheating, more cooperation among students, stronger rapport between students and instructors, growth of minors and majors, and more excitement and energy in the program. To familiarize the German language acquisition community with the literature, the article presents a comprehensive review of the harms of normative grading practices and the theories backing and questioning ungrading methods as alternatives. The mixed-methods study used pre- and post-semester surveys to measure the students’ perceptions of the benefits and disadvantages of the unconventional grading system and found that while there are opportunities to improve, almost all students approve of the method and see value in its emphasis on learning and de-emphasis on metrics for assessing language growth
The Impact of Social Media on Fan Engagement in College Sports: A Focus on Student Fan Interaction
Full text linkIn the digital age, social media has become an essential tool for shaping how college students interact with their university sports teams. This study explores the role of social media in influencing student fan engagement at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO), with a focus on perceptions, behaviors, and platform preferences. Using a mixed-methods approach, data was collected through a campus-wide survey (n=122) and ten in-depth interviews with student fans and athletes. Results indicate that Instagram and TikTok are the most effective platforms for capturing student attention, particularly when content includes behind-the-scenes access, humor, and player-led storytelling. Students who frequently engage with UNO Athletics on social media report higher levels of emotional connection, team loyalty, and likelihood of attending games. However, many interactions remain passive, with most participants primarily “liking” content rather than actively sharing or commenting. The findings suggest that authentic, student-centered content can bridge the gap between digital interaction and real-world support. This research contributes to broader discussions on sports marketing in collegiate contexts and offers actionable strategies for athletic departments seeking to boost student involvement in an increasingly digital campus culture
How Multidisciplinary Teams (MDTs) Shape the Occupational Therapy (OT) Experience: Communication, Collaboration, and Challenges
Full text linkThe goal of this study was to evaluate how occupational therapists (OTs) contribute to patient care within multidisciplinary teams (MDTs), with a focus on the challenges and benefits of collaboration. The research was conducted at Quality Living Inc. (QLI), a rehabilitation center specializing in neurological recovery. Four healthcare professionals (two occupational therapists, one physical therapist, and one exercise assistant) participated in interviews, either in person or over Zoom during the spring 2025 semester. A brief survey was used to collect demographic data, and nineteen open-endemd interview questions guided the data collection process. Responses were analyzed thematically and categorized into three core areas: communication, collaboration, and challenges. The findings indicated that OTs experienced increased professional growth and job satisfaction when working in collaborative MDT environments. However, challenges such as overlapping roles and inconsistent documentation were reported. These results highlight the importance of structured communication protocols, clearly defined role responsibilities, and a supportive team culture to enhance the OT experience in MDTs and ultimately improve patient care
