5 research outputs found
Creating statistics e-assessments using Dewis with embedded R code
No full textWe report on the creation of statistics e-assessments using the Dewis system with embedded R code. Dewis is a fully algorithmic open-source e-assessment system designed and developed at the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE). Dewis’ ability to communicate with the R programming language greatly facilitates the task of generating bespoke data and its subsequent analysis. This approach has allowed us to successfully test students’ ability to perform involved statistical analyses on individual data sets and led to the creation of a suite of open access online e-learning modules on the UK national statstutor website. Development of a Dewis-R interface allows the creation of sophisticated e-assessments solely by writing an R script file. The goal is to create a community of Dewis-R practitioners who will be able to author and share relevant, authentic and engaging statistics e-assessments that enrich the learning experience of students.</jats:p
Using DEWIS and R for multi-staged statistics e-Assessments
No full text© The Author 2015. We demonstrate how the DEWIS e-Assessment system may use embedded R code to facilitate the assessment of students' ability to perform involved statistical analyses. The R code has been written to emulate SPSS output and thus the statistical results for each bespoke data set can be generated efficiently and accurately using standard R routines. This enables students' answers, generated from their application of SPSS, to be marked and appropriate feedback supplied back to them automatically. Staging is used between different parts of the e-Assessment to replicate the natural stages of a complete statistical analysis. This allows students the freedom to work away from the e-Assessment; they may view the relevant stage an unlimited number of times prior to submitting their answers for that stage. The technical challenges of setting up the e-Assessment in this way are discussed as well as the rationale for adopting this pioneering approach
Determining the date of damnum - again!
No full textIn this article the author revisits the issue of the starting date of the quinquennial prescription, a matter which has confronted the courts on many occasions and which resurfaced in the recent case of C & L Mair v Mike Dewis Farm Systems Ltd [2022] CSOH 47; 2022 S.L.T. 1021; 2022 Rep. L.R. 10
STEMMER FOR "BASA SUNDA"
No full textStemming usually be used to remove suffixes from given word(s). In this paper, we used stemming algorithm to remove suffixes from word in " basa Sunda", the second biggest local language in Indonesia. Although the "basa Sunda" is common language in Indonesia especially in Jawa Barat, we didn't find any reference about it. We begin our research by develop a software for the stemming process in order to begin milestone project of the Natural Language Processing for basa Sunda
Self-management and self-efficacy across the multiple sclerosis journey
No full textMultiple Sclerosis (MS), the most common progressive neurological disease in young adults can take a relapsing remitting (RR) course especially in the early stages. There is a gap in knowledge in the application of self-management and self-efficacy with progressive long-term conditions. This research explored the experience of individuals with RRMS with particular focus on their attitudes to self-management and development of self-efficacy. The research addresses the question about engagement with self-management and self-efficacy influencing the journey of people with RRMS and their formal and informal carers. The research draws on the experiences, perspectives and understanding of the social processes and reality through interaction. Using grounded theory for generation of the themes captured from people with RRMS, their partners/carers and professionals involved in their care. The research design around a conceptual framework, used longitudinal studies capturing the experiences of people with RRMS and their partners/carers, through individual interviews and self-efficacy qualitative questionnaires over eight monthly meetings. The research sample of people with RRMS was three male and three female with an average age of 44.5 years, a mean duration with RRMS for 9.6 years. Professionals shared their perceptions and experiences through a focus group and individual interviews. Personal and reflective diaries kept by the researcher of events throughout the study enabled decision and audit trials to contribute to the rigour of the research. The data analysis has generated a number of themes that have been developed and presented throughout the thesis. The research process has generated new theory around the knowledge of and experiences of the three groups of research participants. Fluctuations of living with RRMS across roller coaster journeys, with transitional processes of daily changes and meanings brought threats and challenges. These highlight the importance of self-efficacy and self-control, of coping with uncertainty and unpredictability, through engaging with self-management behaviours. These enhanced perceptions of self- determination, positiveness, independence, quality of life and well-being. The transformation of uncertainty secured hope, opportunities and embracing RRMS through coping mechanisms and self-confidence. Formal and informal support was required where the People with RRMS deemed appropriate. The epistemological perspective has explored power as a multilayered and dynamic concept with different knowledge bases and issues that need addressing prior to successful partnership working. The research is original in terms of the groupings, the areas reviewed for this RRMS group and the potential for ongoing work, policy and practice changes both locally and nationally. Implications for practice, policy and further research were derived from the conclusions. In practice more empowerment, advice and information are required for people with RRMS to live independently. Policies for skills and knowledge training in these areas are required for shared decision-making and partnership working. Further research is required into utilisation of Integrated Care Management of ways of supporting independence, self-control and personalised plans for people with long- term conditions and their informal carers
