Recent Articles
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What we talk about when we talk about best practices: Reading and writing
Debra Josephson Abrams EducationIn previous articles, we have explored best practices in curricula, methods and approaches, multiple instructional approaches, choosing materials and assessment. In this article — the final in the series — we examine the content elements necessary for inclusion in a best practices-based curriculum.
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High hopes, unfulfilled promise: Healthcare groups look beyond portals
Christina Thielst Healthcare AdministrationThe healthcare delivery system currently being transformed is moving us much closer toward longitudinal health and a virtual care team approach. This involves continuous and ubiquitous interaction between the care team and patients — whether they are at home, mobile or in a care facility. The process also requires integration of these interactions into the clinical record, along with remote monitor data and information on social support networks.
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Building industry betting on pent-up demand to boost activity
Michael J. Berens Construction & Building MaterialsThe beginning of 2015 was "deja vu all over again" for the building industry, as severe weather conditions in much of the country once more dampened activity for most of the first quarter. New construction, remodeling and design work all lost some momentum coming off a strong fourth quarter in 2014, although growth remained positive overall compared to a year ago.
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Use a ‘winner’s workbook’ to account for your accomplishments
Fred Berns MarketingIt may not say so on your website, social media sites or business card, but you're a sales and marketing specialist. You are, in fact, the sales and marketing director of your own personal corporation. The sooner you acknowledge that — and polish your skills in that capacity — the sooner you'll close more sales, seal more deals and earn the income you want and deserve.
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How to prevent staff communication silos
Deborah Ike Religious CommunityIf your church staff consists of more than a few people, you've likely faced a communication issue (OK, maybe even with just two people). As you add team members and organize into various departments (youth ministry, care team, finance department, media, etc.), communication between groups becomes more challenging.
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Who votes on your board? Ex officio directors losing favor
Robert C. Harris Association ManagementWhen the society's board meeting was called to order, a representative of the college's Office of the Dean attended. According to the organization's bylaws, the dean was an "ex officio" member. The bylaws indicate 18 directors on the board, three of which are ex officio. The rationale was that it would be good to exchange information with these important stakeholders.
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Experts: Make organ donation cheaper for donors
Lynn Hetzler Medical & Allied HealthcareEveryone involved with organ donation profits, except for the donor. In fact, living organ donors and their families can incur thousands of dollars in related costs not covered by insurance. Experts now urge Americans to remove financial barriers to organ donation.
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Living life on ‘our own sweet time’
Steve and Diane Owens Recreation & LeisureI can't remember when the idea first flashed through my mind. Perhaps the seed was planted when I was a young man and took my first great road trip across this magnificent country. It took years for the seed to germinate, but somewhere along the way it grew and finally bloomed.
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Pros and cons of using the Taylor Knock-Out Factor
John McAdams Recreation & LeisureDeveloped by the legendary ivory hunter/poacher John "Pondoro" Taylor in the mid-1900s, the Taylor Knock-Out (or KO) Factor is one of many methods used for comparing the relative stopping power of big-game hunting cartridges.
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Eating disorders: How teachers and coaches can help
Amanda Kowalski Sports & FitnessShe runs three miles every day, but she always seems to be on a diet. He doesn't hang out with his friends as much because he has to work out. She seems thin to everyone else, but says she's fat. Half a million American teens between age 13 and 18 struggle with some sort of eating disorder. The results can be serious, ranging from tooth decay and fatigue to high blood pressure and even death, according to the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA).