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The Positivity Effect in Contracts
No full textThe positivity effect is a noted preference for positive information over negative information in older adults’ cognition. This effect has been observed in multiple domains of cognition, including both attention and memory (Carstensen & Mikels, 2005). Evidence for the positivity effect has shown up consistently in replications across type of memory (Reed et al., 2014), and this phenomenon can be considered within the context of other trends of cognitive aging. Most if not all research in this area has been constrained to laboratory settings, and there has been limited research as to the context sensitivity of this observed effect. What little research has been done to the context sensitivity of this effect has considered the positivity effect in health-care decisions (Lockenhoff & Carstensen, 2008). This effect may be especially important to consider in the realm of contracts and contract-signing. A positivity effect in signing contracts and making large-scale financial decisions would have implications for consumer protections in this setting. Additionally, previous studies have used gain/loss framing to manipulate the valence of a message while keeping the factual content of the message the same (Minton et al., 2021). The current study tested the positivity effect in memory in a contract context using gain/loss framing to manipulate positivity. No significant differences were found between groups based on age or positivity. Implications are discussed
Full Issue: Summer 2025
No full textIn DePaul Magazine\u27s summer 2025 issue, we celebrate The Theatre School\u27s centennial by asking past and present faculty and administrators and illustrious alumni to comment on the venerable institution\u27s enduring legacy of hands-on learning, collaboration and critical dialogue. Plus, learn about the remarkable relationship between the School of Music and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra that connects music performance students to world-class musicians, see images of campus life snapped by a new student photo agency, and more
From the President
No full textPresident Robert L. Manuel shares how the School of Music, The Theatre School and The Art School play an integral role in shaping DePaul\u27s vibrant arts and humanities ecosystem
Class Act
No full textAs The Theatre School at DePaul University turns 100, past and present administrators and faculty and illustrious alumni comment on the school\u27s enduring legacy of hands-on learning, collaboration and critical dialogue
The Relationship of Organizational Democracy and Psychological Safety on Organizational Citizenship Behaviors
No full textThis study examines the relationship between organizational democracy and organizational citizenship behaviors through the mediating effect of psychological safety. This study contributes to the organizational democracy literature in the introduction of psychological safety as a mediator through the lens of social exchange theory. An online survey was completed by 245 participants who self-reported as being full-time, English-speaking employees in the United States. The survey was composed of a demographic section and different measures of organizational democracy (i.e., perceived organizational participation and democracy questionnaire, organizational democracy scale), psychological safety, and organizational citizenship behaviors. Utilizing mediated regression analysis, results indicated that psychological safety mediated the organizational democracy-organizational citizenship behaviors for the perceived organizational participation and democracy questionnaire (β = .06, p \u3c .01), but not for the organizational democracy scale (β = .02, p = n.s.). Additionally, it was found that organizational democracy was more strongly related to organizational-focused than to individual-focused organizational citizenship behaviors. The effect of psychological safety as a mediator was significant, but small, and warrants further study into other social mechanisms connected to organizational democracy. Studies conducted looking at workers nested within an organization are needed to replicate these findings
Can Human Engagement and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Co-Exist in the Online Classroom?
No full textToday’s academic environment is faced with a new predicament in trying to understand the implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Many online educators are asking “What do I need to know about AI as it applies to academics? How do I prepare my students for careers in the hospitality and tourism industry while trying to balance human engagement with AI? In its current form, AI has created apprehension among higher education stakeholders about developing policies, procedures and usage as they redesign curriculum that supports students who may use AI in their future careers. This manuscript, based on a 2024 ICHRIE Conference Symposium presented by the author will introduce the teaching dilemma, define types of AI, compare where human engagement is currently used in Hospitality and Tourism to where AI could be used, analyze statistics regarding use of AI and offer suggestions regarding methods for designing a balanced online curriculum to support faculty, students and businesses
Elizabeth Ann Seton to George Weise, Thursday night
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Elizabeth Ann Seton to Matthias O\u27Conway, December 12
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Tipflation: The conflagration of inflation and out-of-control tip requests
Get PDFThis data-supported opinion piece seeks to shed light on the growing phenomenon of tipflation, examine how this influences customers, and suggest alternatives to current tipping practices. To support the concepts highlighted, a simple survey consisting of seven pointed questions were asked of participants to discern their thoughts on current tipping trends. Participants were also asked to disclose their age and whether they had worked in a tipped position previously to determine if these factors influenced responses. Findings reveal that those who worked as tipped employees exercised different practices toward tipping than those who did not. Technological solutions, policy changes, and changes to menu pricing are viable solutions to the current tipping issue of tipflation in the United States
A Case Study of an Instructional Design Model for Creating Scalable Courses in Healthcare
No full textThis case study examines the instructional design model used to develop scalable online courses in the Healthcare Information Management (HIM) program at an online healthcare education institution. With the growing demand for healthcare professionals, heightened by global crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, scalable and efficient online education solutions are vital. The study explores how collaboration between Curriculum and Academic departments ensures alignment with industry standards, promotes efficiency, and maintains academic rigor. Using a case study methodology, the research analyzes the roles, phases, and outcomes of the instructional design process, emphasizing reductions in development time, cost, and resources while preserving quality. Key contributors, including the curriculum team, and subject matter experts, collaboratively create student-centered, engaging, and accessible courses. Data sources include recorded development hours, and end-of-course surveys, which collectively highlight the effectiveness of this instructional design model in meeting institutional goals and serving diverse learners. The study offers insights into best practices for creating sustainable, technology-driven educational frameworks and concludes with recommendations for enhancing instructional strategies to support innovation, scalability, and equity in online healthcare education, ultimately addressing the urgent need for a robust healthcare workforce