bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
RANCANG BANGUN DAN PENGUJIAN TEKNIK MRC PADA PENERIMA TV DVB T2
Authors: Widodo Slamet , Kadiran Sri Anggraeni
Published: July 2020

Teknik maximal ratio combining (MRC)  merupakan salah satu teknik combining diversity yang digunakan untuk mengatasi terjadinya fading pada sistem transmisi radio. Fading pada transmisi TV digital DVB T2  menyebabkan gambar berhenti dan suara terganggu.  Dari penelitian sebelumnya menunjukkan bahwa secara simulasi,  teknik MRC mempunyai kualitas paling baik dibanding teknik combining lainnya. Pada penelitian ini, telah dibuat rangkaian MRC dengan dua input. Sinyal yang datang dikuatkan kemudian masuk ke rangkaian penggeser fasa. Untuk menghindari pembuatan IC, proses combining dilakukan pada tingkat RF (radio frequency). MRC menggabungkan dua antena penerima TV yang berjarak ¼ λ. Hasil pengukuran di laboratorium menunjukkan bahwa sistem penerima yang dibuat berhasil menggabungkan dua input sinyal pada tingkat RF, dengan penguatan yang lebih besar. Pengujian penerimaan siaran TV digital DVB T2 di daerah semarang pada kondisi diam menunjukkan bahwa sistem dapat menerima seluruh stasiun pemancar  TV digital DVB T2 di semarang dengan kualitas yang baik. Pada jarak 9 Km dari stasiun pemancar, daya yang diterima sebelum menggunakan MRC – 77,3 dBm, setelah menggunakan MRC - 71,2 dBm.
SELEKSI PROPOSAL PENELITIAN DAN PENGABDIAN MASYARAKAT DOSEN POLITEKNIK NEGERI SAMARINDA MENGGUNAKAN METODE TOPSIS
Authors: Utomo Karyo Budi , Pembayun Agnes S Niken
Published: July 2020

Perguruan tinggi berperan sangat penting salah satunya melalui penerapan Tri Dharma Perguruan Tinggi yaitu pendidikan , penelitian dan pengabdian kepada masyarakat. Dosen juga berkewajiban dalam melaksanakan Tri Dharma Perguruan Tinggi salah satunya adalah penelitian. Kesempatan peningkatan kualitas yang dilakukan secara kompetitif tentunya memerlukan proses seleksi secara selektif, untuk mendapatkan peneliti yang berkualitas. Kegiatan ini biasanya diikuti oleh banyak dosen, dengan jumlah kriteria yang berbeda. Hal tersebut sangat memakan banyak waktu. Oleh karena itu perlu adanya sebuah pendukung keputusan dalam proses penyeleksian tersebut. Untuk melakukan perhitungan dan perengkingan peneliti menggunakan metode Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS). Metode ini dipilih karena perhitungannya yang tidak rumit , serta memiliki kemampuan untuk menentukan keputusan dalam bentuk matematis yang sederhana.
PENGELOMPOKAN SEKOLAH DASAR DI KOTA SAMARINDA BERDASARKAN INDIKATOR STANDAR PELAYANAN MINIMAL PENDIDIKAN MENGGUNAKAN METODE K-MEANS
Authors: Tulili Tien Rahayu , Utomo Karyo Budi , Lestari Dwi
Published: July 2020

Kualitas pelayanan pada sekolah menentukan tingkat keberhasilan pelayanan suatu pendidikan. Berdasarkan data dari dinas pendidikan tahun 2015, jumlah sekolah dasar di Kalimantan Timur khususnya kota Samarinda adalah 222 sekolah dasar. Standar pelayanan minimal pendidikan merupakan suatu acuan untuk penilaian kinerja pelayanan pendidikan. Terdapat enam kategori dalam SPM yaitu sarana dan prasarana, pendidik dan tenaga kependidikan, kurikulum, penjaminan mutu pendidikan, penilaian pendidikan, dan manajemen sekolah. Masing-masing kategori memiliki indikator pencapaian untuk dijadikan acuan menilai capaian SPM yang telah dilakukan oleh tiap sekolah. Jumlah data yang banyak dapat memperlambat proses untuk mengetahui kelompok sekolah dasar dengan tingkat capaian standar pelayanan minimal yang baik. Oleh karena itu, untuk mempercepat proses tersebut maka dapat dilakukan sebuah proses dalam pengelompokan data. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengelompokkan capaian terhadap standar pelayanan pada Sekolah Dasar sehingga dapat diketahui sekolah dengan tingkat capaian yang kurang, sedang, dan baik. Pengelompokan terhadap capaian tersebut dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode K-Means yang merupakan algoritma Clustering non hirarki. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian yang telah dilakukan terhadap tingkat capaian standar pelayanan pada sekolah dasar, terdapat tiga cluster yaitu terdapat 194 sekolah yang masuk dalam kategori Baik, 17 sekolah yang masuk dalam kategori Sedang, dan 11 sekolah yang masuk dalam kategori kurang dengan nilai squared error sebesar 32.2505.
Newly recorded stigmaeid mites (Acariformes: Raphignathoidea: Stigmaeidae) for the fauna of Turkey
Authors: DOĞAN Sibel , DOĞAN Salih
Published: July 2020

The specimens belonging to the family Stigmaeidae among mite specimens collected from Pülümür Valley (Turkey) have been examined. A total of six stigmaeid mite species from the examined specimens have been identified. Of these, Eustigmaeus capitatus Stathakis, Kapaxidi & Papadoulis, Eustigmaeus nahidae Gheblealivand & Bagheri and Mediolata aegyptiaca (Zaher & Soliman) have been determined as new records for the fauna of Turkey. Also, the deutonymph stages of Eustigmaeus dogani Khanjani, Fayaz, Mirmoayedi & Ghaedi and Stigmaeus glabrisetus Summers, and the larva of Villersia sudetica Willmann are described for the first time in this study. All identified species are reported for the first time from Pülümür Valley. The species are measured, they are re-described based on the collected specimens and their photos are included.
A new species of the genus Favognathus (Acariformes: Cryptognathidae) from Turkey, with some taxonomic comments on other members of the genus
Authors: DOĞAN Salih , DOĞAN Sibel
Published: July 2020

In this study; (1) A new species, Favognathus rosulatus sp. nov., from Turkey is described. (2) Favognathus dakotaensis is recorded for the first time from Turkey. (3) Two species (Favognathus aegyptiaca comb. nov. and Favognathus rosetta comb. nov.) previously described from Egypt are transferred from Cryptognathus to Favognathus. (4) It has been determined that the names of Favognathus agapictus proposed by Flechtmann (1971) and Favognathus dama proposed by Chaudhri et al. (1979) are not taxonomically valid according to International Code of Zoological Nomenclature (ICZN). The works of Flechtmann (1971) and Chaudhri et al. (1979) are not to be regarded as published for the purposes of zoological nomenclature according to ICZN, and the names of F. agapictus and F. dama in these works are regarded as nomina nuda. (5) It is considered that the specimens given under the name of Favognathus orbiculatus by Bagheri et al. (2015) from Iran should be transferred to Favognathus kamili.
Komünizm Dönemi Göçlerinin 1980 Sonrası Bulgaristan Türk Romanına Yansımaları
Authors: ÇODAR Fatih
Published: July 2020

Osmanlı İmparatorluğu’nun Balkanlar’daki topraklarını kaybetmesiyle birlikte, Rus destekli Bulgarların yoğun baskı ve zulmüne maruz kalan Bulgaristan Türkleri için göçlerle dolu bir tarihin kapıları aralanmıştır. 1877-1878 Osmanlı - Rus Savaşı ile başlayan göçler günümüze kadar irili ufaklı bir şekilde devam etmiştir. Bu çalışmanın amacı; “Komünizm Döneminde” (1944-1989) yaşanan göçlerin 1980 sonrasında kaleme alınıp yayımlanmış olan romanlara ne şekilde yansıdıklarını incelemektir. Bu bağlamda yapılan tematik inceleme neticesinde “Komünizm Döneminde” yaşanan göçler, “Göç Öncesi Unsurlar”, “Göç ırasında Yaşananlar” ve “Göç Sonrası Unsurlar” olmak üzere üç ana başlık altında değerlendirilmiştir. Bu çalışma ile büyük bir çoğunluğu Bulgar zulmüne maruz kalmış olan Bulgaristan Türk yazarlarının göç unsurlarını eserlerinde nasıl kullandıkları ve hangi bakış açısı ile işledikleri ortaya konulmaya çalışılmıştır.
Kuzey Makedonya’da Türk Öğrencilere Yönelik Hazırlanmış Olan İlköğretim 5. Sınıf Türkçe Ders Kitaplarında Bulunan Okuma Metinlerindeki Metin Altı Soruların Yenilenmiş Bloom Taksonomisi Bilişsel Süreç Basamaklarına Göre İncelenmesi
Authors: KURT Ozlem
Published: July 2020

Kuzey Makedonya’da Türkçe Eğitim sürecinde kullanılan temel ve en önemli materyal Türkçe ders kitaplarıdır. Bu yüzden ders kitapları içerisinde yer alan etkinlikler öğrencilerin düşüncelerini harekete geçirmeli ve üstbilişsel becerilerini geliştirmelerine yardımcı olmalıdır. Bu çalışmada Kuzey Makedonya’da 2011 yılında yayımlanmış olan 5. sınıf Türkçe ders kitabında yer alan toplam 255 soru Yenilenmiş Bloom Taksonomisi’nin bilişsel süreç basamaklarına göre sınıflandırılmaya ve kitapla ilgili değerlendirilmede bulunmaya çalışılmıştır. Çalışmada nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden biri olan doküman incelemesi yöntemi kullanılmıştır. İncelenen kitapta yer alan metin altı sorularının Yenilenmiş Bloom Taksonomisi bilişsel süreç boyutunun temel düzeyinde yoğunlaştığı; üst düzey bilişsel becerilere yönelik soru sayısının oldukça az olduğu tespit edilmiştir.
Güney Slav Resmî Dillerinden Karadağlıcaya Genel Bakış
Authors: İĞCİ Alpay
Published: July 2020

Karadağlıca, Türkçenin Balkan coğrafyasındaki komşularından biridir. Birçok sebepten dolayı bu dil, Türkçe konuşanlar tarafından pek bilinmemektedir. Bu makale, Türkçeye komşu bir dil, üzerine sözler söylenen Karadağlıca konusunda Türkçede genel bilgi oluşturmayı ve durumları aktararak bir toparlama yapmayı amaçlamıştır. Onun yazı dili ve resmî dil olma süreci, dil araştırmaları açısından da tecrübeler sunar. Karadağ içinde, Güney Slav dillerinden Sırpça, Boşnakça ve Hırvatça; Arnavut dillerinden Arnavutça; Altay dillerinden Türkçe ile Karadağlıca komşuluk içindedir. Yazı dili ve ağız olarak Karadağlıca konuşurlarının büyük ve asıl kısmı Karadağ’dadır. Sayım kayıtlarına göre Sırbistan, Hırvatistan ve Slovenya’da da konuşurlar bulunur. Karadağ Cumhuriyeti’nin resmî dili Karadağlıcadır. Karadağ Cumhuriyeti Anayasası 13. maddesinde Karadağlıcanın resmiyeti belirtilmiştir. Takip eden birkaç yıl içinde Karadağlı dilinin yazım kuralları ve kılavuzu, grameri devlet organlarının desteğiyle hazırlanmıştır. Bunun yanında, Karadağ’ın bağımsızlığının öncesinde ve bağımsızlık sonrasında Karadağlıcaya dair çeşitli dil çalışmaları yayınlanmıştır. Dilin kendi adı “Crnogorski jezik”/“Црногорски језик” (/Tsırnogorski yezik/) şeklindedir. Karadağlı dili, ISO 639 listesinde “CNR” koduyla bulunur. Karadağlıcanın alfabesi Latin ve Kiril esaslı iki denk forma sahiptir. Anayasal olarak her iki yazı sisteminin eşit olması sebebiyle, Karadağlı alfabesi iki paralel varyanta sahiptir. Karadağ içinde genel kullanımda Latin esaslı alfabenin daha yaygın olduğu söylenebilir. Karadağlıca, ayrı bir dil olduğunu kanıtlama, Sırpça ve Sırphırvatça çatısında olup olmama gibi tartışmaların konusu olmuştur. Bugünkü sorunların temelde siyasi yaklaşımdan kaynaklandığı söylenebilir. Bu sorunlar da ona dair çeşitli sorunlar doğurabilmiştir.
Educação do Campo e resistência: uma análise a partir da Metodologia da Instalação Geográfica
Authors: Nascimento Maria Aparecida Do , Ribeiro Emerson
Published: July 2020

O presente artigo apresenta reflexões sobre Educação do Campo e resistência. A temática é parte da dissertação em andamento, do Mestrado Profissional em Educação da Universidade Regional do Cariri- URCA, cujo objetivo é analisar práticas de resistência no campo. Para tanto, busca situar historicamente o contexto da Educação destinada aos povos do campo que evidencia um modelo EDUCACIONAL que favorecia o estado de dominação das elites agrárias sobre os trabalhadores, elevar a produtividade no campo e evitar o enfraquecimento político e social do patriarcalismo. O estudo baseia-se nos fundamentos de Arroyo, Caldart e Molina (2011), Pires (2012). Dentre outros que nos ajudaram com as discussões e aprofundamento sobre a temática. A partir dessa problematização trazemos a proposta metodológica da Instalação Geográfica, idealizada por Ribeiro (2014, 2016) a qual evidencia a possibilidade, de Brasil resistência ao modelo homogêneo de educação.
Formação inicial de docentes de biologia: limites e possibilidades do Estágio Supervisionado no ensino médio
Authors: Sousa Luana Mateus de , Indjai Sira , Martins Elcimar Simão
Published: July 2020

O Estágio Supervisionado em cursos de licenciatura é considerado elemento essencial na promoção ao estagiário de espaços-tempos de aproximação com a realidade da educação básica, bem como a compreensão do todo fazer pedagógico, por meio da inserção em escolas públicas e a vivência com professores da rede. Nesse âmbito, o presente estudo objetiva compreender os limites e as possibilidades do Estágio Curricular Supervisionado para a formação inicial de Professores de Biologia. A pesquisa possui abordagem qualitativa e utilizou a entrevista como estratégia de aproximação com a realidade. O conjunto de dados coletados demonstra a importância do Estágio Supervisionado na formação de licenciandos e as parcerias estabelecidas entre a Universidade e as escolas por meio do Estágio.
Evaluation of Quality Characteristics of Rasa-sindoor
Authors: Singh Arjun , Ota Sarada , Srikanth Narayanam , Ruknuddin Galib , Bojja Sreedhar , Dhiman Kartar S
Published: July 2020

Background:

The word Rasa-sindoor was first mentioned in Rasendra Chintamani. Rasa-sindoor is therapeutically very effective and being indicated in various diseases. It is a mercury- and sulfur-based Rasaushadhis (herbomineral/metallic preparations) prepared by the Kupi Pakva procedure. Here an attempt has been made to prepare and understand its chemical composition.

Objective:

To develop quality standards of Rasa-sindoor prepared as per the procedures mentioned in the Ayurvedic classics.

Materials and methods:

The equal quantities of purified mercury and sulfur were placed in a khalva yantra. The mixture was levigated homogeneously, until a black powder was formed. This was further levigated to obtain black, soft, lusterless fine powder like collyrium (kajjali). Then Bhavana with vatankura swaras was given and bhavita Kajjali was filed in kancha kupi. Finally, Rasa-sindoor was collected from the neck of the Kupi. Physicochemical analysis, X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS) have been performed to ensure the chemical nature.

Results:

The chemical analysis revealed that Rasa-sindoor contains 81.7% of mercury and 14.7% of sulfur on average together with other minor elements. Particle size showed the presence of microfine particle. Rasa-sindoor is tri/hexagonal (α-form) form of mercury sulfide and the XRD of the three samples confirms this phase. Usually prepared by the Kupi Pakva procedure, the free sulfur (as is in kajjali) is completely absent in the formulation.

Conclusion:

The results of this study certainly can be utilized as baseline data for quality assurance of this herbomineral formulation. The preliminary profiles of Rasa-sindoor evaluated in this attempt could be used to lay down a new set of pharmacopoeial standards for further research studies.
Antidiabetic Activity of Ficus gibbosa Blume Extracts in Streptozotocin–Nicotinamide-induced Diabetes in Sprague Dawley Rats
Authors: Kumar YR Sanjaya , Lakshmi OS , Selvam N Thamizh , Vasanthakumar KG , Deep VC , Ala Srikanth , Gaidhani Sudesh N , Swamy G Kumara
Published: July 2020

Aim:

To evaluate the antidiabetic activity of hydroalcoholic extracts of Ficus gibbosa Blume (leaves and stem bark) in streptozotocin–nicotinamide induced diabetic rats.

Materials and methods:

The animals were rendered diabetic by single intraperitoneal injections of nicotinamide (195 mg/kg body weight) followed by streptozotocin (65 mg/kg body weight). Induction of experimental diabetes was confirmed by blood glucose analysis. The test extracts were used at 3-dose levels viz., low dose (100 mg/kg body weight), average dose (250 mg/kg body weight and high dose (500 mg/kg body weight). Male Sprague Dawley rats were used in the experiment, each containing 6 animals. Oral glucose tolerance test was carried out 7 days post test extract administration at 3 doses. The diabetic animals were given the test extracts at different doses for a period of 5 weeks and blood sugar was evaluated at weekly intervals.

Results:

Both leaves and stem bark extracts of Ficus gibbosa Blume significantly reduced the elevated blood glucose levels at 60- and 120-minute postglucose overload. The test extracts showed significant antidiabetic activity against streptozotocin- and nicotinamide-induced diabetes in Sprague Dawley (SD) rats.

Conclusion:

The extracts of Ficus gibbosa Blume showed significant antidiabetic activity against experimental type 2 diabetes in SD rats.
The Effect of Gender and Culture on Children’s Participation in Daily Activities in the Community Educational Setting
Authors: Golos Anat , Weintraub Naomi
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

Culture plays an important role in daily life and is expressed in family and educational values and practices. This study examined the impact of culture and gender on children’s participation in preschool activities. One hundred twenty children from two subcultural groups were observed. A significant gender and culture interaction effect was found in play and social areas. These findings suggest that cultural values may influence gender expectations, as well as children’s participation in daily activities.

Primary Author and Speaker: Anat Golos

Additional Authors and Speakers: Naomi Weintraub
Improving Community-Based Preschool-Teacher Confidence to Create Motor-Enriched Classrooms
Authors: Stancliff Sherry
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

The OT project used a mixed design to determine the impact of consultation OT services in a faith-based preschool. Teachers were educated on motor-skill development and methods to create motor opportunities within classroom routines. Postproject, teachers indicated improved confidence to incorporate motor activities into preschool routines. The project identified that community-based preschools should be an area of focus for OT practitioners.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sherry Stancliff
Social Relationships Among Adults With Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) and Co-Occurrence
Authors: Tal-Saban Miri , Kirby Amanda
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

Adults with DCD only or DCD with co-occurrence reported significantly lower success in past (late adolescent) social relationships, compared to typically developing adults. Yet in adulthood, the DCD-only group did not differ significantly from the typically developing group in social relationships. Adults with DCD appear to have more positive social experiences than they did in adolescence. The results suggest a unique contribution of different patterns of neurodevelopmental co-occurrence with DCD in adulthood.

Primary Author and Speaker: Miri Tal-Saban

Contributing Authors: Amanda Kirby
Feasibility of a Multidimensional Intervention for Parents of Adolescents With Autism
Authors: Wachspress Batel , Maeir Adina , Mazor-Karsenty Tal
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

The ParentShip protocol is a multidimensional intervention for parents of adolescents with high-functioning autism spectrum disorder. Results from a pilot study display a significant improvement in adolescents’ participation and heightened parental resilience. Preliminary feasibility supports ParentShip as a strength-based family-centered intervention program. OT practitioners can benefit from this structured protocol, which enables parents to achieve their prioritized goals.

Primary Author and Speaker: Batel Wachspress

Additional Authors and Speakers: Tal Mazor-Karsenty

Contributing Authors: Adina Maeir
Exploring the Influence of Environment on People With Intellectual Disability and Dementia
Authors: Sheth Alisa
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

Despite the increasing number of adults aging with intellectual disabilities and dementia, there is limited research that examines this group’s lived experience, specifically considering participation in meaningful activities and tasks across various environments. This study aims to improve understandings of the impact of the environment on participation for this population and inform development of effective supports and services.

Primary Author and Speaker: Alisa Sheth
Psychometric Validation of the Toileting Behavior Questionnaire for Children With Autism
Authors: Souza Samantha , Little Lauren
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

OTs often struggle to target toilet training in interventions, as there is currently no verifiable means to measure progress of the tasks associated with mastering the activities of daily living of toileting and toilet hygiene. This makes the pragmatics of reimbursement and goal writing difficult for many therapists. The purpose of this study is to validate an instrument that measures the developmental progression of toilet-training skills among children with autism spectrum disorder ages two to six years old.

Primary Author and Speaker: Samantha Souza

Additional Authors and Speakers: Lauren Little
Access to OT in the Prison System: Assessing Attitudes of OT Students and Practitioners
Authors: Tucker Sarah
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

Prison-reform initiatives are expected to increase the number of released inmates. There are few OTs working in this setting, and the number of practitioners considering employment in this setting is unknown. Two research studies will be presented related to this issue. Both are first steps toward understanding the attitudes of those in our profession about rehabilitation of inmates as well as factors associated with willingness to work in the prison system.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sarah Tucker
Outcomes Among Student-Clinicians After Participation in LEGO® Club: A Service-Learning Pilot Program
Authors: Friel Sarah , Sindelar Anthony , Worek Amanda , Fairman Andrea , Matthews Aubrey
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

This project explores the impact of a service-learning pilot program, LEGO club, on OT and speech-language pathology graduate students’ self-efficacy in clinical and interpersonal collaboration skills. Students facilitated weekly LEGO club sessions with pediatric clients with and without social-skills deficits and reflected on their professional growth throughout the program.

Primary Author and Speaker: Aubrey Matthews

Additional Authors and Speakers: Amanda Worek, Andrea Fairman

Contributing Authors: Sarah Friel, Anthony Sindelar
Establishing the Minimal Clinically Important Difference of the Beery-Buktenica Developmental Test of Visual-Motor Integration (VMI)
Authors: Ohl Alisha , Schelly David , Sharpe Shari
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

The purpose of this study was to determine the average change score on the VMI that would represent a clinically important change in functional skills. Anchor-based methods were used to compare VMI change scores to Likert scale ratings of children’s performance in fine-motor tasks, handwriting, and activities of daily living. Results indicated that children with improvements in functional skills had VMI scores that declined. These findings question the utility of VMI scores as indicators of progress in children.

Primary Author and Speaker: Alisha Ohl

Additional Authors and Speakers: David Schelly

Contributing Authors: Shari Sharpe
What Factors Predict OTs’ Confidence to Address Sibling Aggression? A Multivariate Linear Regression Analysis
Authors: Shooman Lisa , Fowler Mary
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

AOTA’s position statement, Vision 2025, promotes OT practitioners working within family systems (AOTA, 2017; Somers, 2016). OT practitioners can minimize the adverse effects of sibling aggression to prevent injuries and promote healthy child development (AOTA, 2017). Education about sibling aggression in OT programs and continuing education, the level of education, and years of experience predicted OT practitioners’ confidence to address sibling aggression with the families that they serve.

Primary Author and Speaker: Lisa Shooman

Contributing Authors: Mary Fowler
Video Modeling (VM) for Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) During Maker Activities
Authors: Gibeson Hannah , Smith Molly , Yerby Kelly , Yung Brittany , Hess Laura
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

OT can support adults with intellectual disabilities and autism, yet VM is under-utilized and under-researched by OT. This mixed-methods research revealed (1) quantitative results: with VM intervention, client performance increased while staff assistance decreased; and (2) qualitative themes from the client-lived experience: what worked, what could be changed, and where else VM could be used. Implications for OT include broadening the use of VM for ASD intervention.

Primary Author and Speaker: Brittany Yung

Additional Authors and Speakers: Hannah Gibeson, Molly Smith, Kelly Yerby, Laura Hess
Effectiveness of a Functional Literacy Program for Sheltered Homeless Adults: A Two-Group Controlled Study
Authors: Gutman Sharon , Grajo Lenin , Gelb Hannah , Langan Katie , Marx Karen , Paciello Devon , Santana Christie , Sgandurra Ashley , Teng Krysti
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

Functional literacy is the ability to interpret written words to carry out instrumental activities of daily living, including money and health management, public transportation use, and meal preparation. This study demonstrated that a functional literacy program, embedded in community-based daily activities, could enhance the occupational participation of a group of sheltered homeless adults. OT practitioners can address functional literacy in similar clients with poor literacy skills resulting from disability.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sharon Gutman

Additional Authors and Speakers: Lenin Grajo, Hannah Gelb, Katie Langan, Karen Marx, Devon Paciello, Christie Santana, Ashley Sgandurra, Krysti Teng
Changing the Perception of Frailty of Community-Dwelling Older Adults Who Participate in OT-Led Education
Authors: Blair Susan
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

Frailty can increase the likelihood of hospital readmission and the transition from home to assisted care, decrease life satisfaction, and reduce lifespan. This small study examined how perceptions of frailty of older adults changed when they participated in a six-part OT-led community education program. The repeated-measures analysis revealed a reduction in frailty-risk identification, improvement in walking speed, and increased grip strength for occupational engagement.

Primary Author and Speaker: Susan Blair
Exploring the Decision-Making Process of Caregivers of Stroke Survivors When Choosing to Utilize Community Resources to Manage the Caregiver Role
Authors: Lawson Sonia , Malott Elizabeth
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

The decision-making processes of five long-standing caregivers of stroke survivors, when choosing to use community resources to manage their roles, were studied using qualitative methods supported by quantitative data. Prioritizing self-help, negotiating relationships, assessing the “fit ” of resources and supports, and navigating uncertainty were themes that influenced the decisions made by the caregivers. Strategic decisions made by caregivers can ease the burdens associated with this role.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sonia Lawson

Additional Authors and Speakers: Elizabeth Malott
Living With Neglect: A Qualitative Analysis of Stroke Survivor Perspectives
Authors: Grattan Emily , Dean Nicholas , Eberl Brianna , Hooks Hannah , Manning Lindsay , Schafer Katie , McLamb Stacie , Hart Emerson
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

Neglect is a common impairment following stroke. Currently, there is a lack of evidence regarding the impact of neglect on performance of instrumental activities of daily living, participation, safety, perceived quality of life, and caregiver burden. This study examined the experience of living with poststroke neglect. These findings can help clinicians better understand the long-term needs of stroke survivors with neglect and the daily challenges they face.

Primary Author and Speaker: Emily Grattan

Additional Authors and Speakers: Emerson Hart

Contributing Authors: Nicholas Dean, Brianna Eberl, Hannah Hooks, Lindsay Manning, Katie Schafer, Stacie McLamb
OT Practitioner (OTP) Use of Sensory-Based Evidence: A Comparison of OTPs in the United States, Great Britain, Australia, and Canada
Authors: Mirasola Elizabeth , Sutton Madison , Cutler Micah , Glennon Tara
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

OTPs in four countries completed an online survey related to their perceptions, practices, and decision-making processes when using evidence to inform sensory-based interventions. This study examined OTPs’ awareness of sensory-based literature, knowledge base of existing evidence, and how evidence-based practice intervention skills were obtained. This session will discuss survey outcomes and the implications for future practice, as well as provide a current list of sensory-based evidence for participants.

Primary Author and Speaker: Elizabeth Mirasola

Additional Authors and Speakers: Madison Sutton, Micah Cutler

Contributing Authors: Tara Glennon
Sensory-Based Therapies: OTs’ Perceptions of the Evidence and Motivation for Practice
Authors: Bird Diane , Rihtman Tanya
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

OTs are obliged to adhere to evidence-based principles. This qualitative study investigated OTs’ choices to implement sensory-based therapies in the face of conflicting evidence related to these approaches. Primary motivations related to the sensory processing difficulties not being adequately addressed by other interventions. Passionate beliefs in the effectiveness of sensory-based therapies, grounded in a nontraditional hierarchy of evidence, were identified.

Primary Author and Speaker: Tanya Rihtman

Contributing Authors: Diane Bird
The Relationship Between Infant Equipment Use and Motor Milestones During the First 18 Months
Authors: Gee Bryan , Swann Hillary , Aubuchon-Endsley Nicki , Brumley Michele
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

The influence of infant equipment (walkers, jumpers, exersaucers, high chairs, etc.) use on early motor development is unclear. The results of this study suggest that greater use of equipment during infancy is related to fewer motor behaviors that represent developmentally important milestones. OT is well positioned to provide caregivers and their infants with resources to help establish habits and routines that support motor development through occupational engagement.

Primary Author and Speaker: Bryan Gee

Contributing Authors: Hillary Swann, Nicki Aubuchon-Endsley, Michele Brumley
Biological, Psychological, and Functional Considerations: Hand Therapists’ Perspectives and Practices Regarding Pain
Authors: Stern Brocha , Yoo Jillian , Couto Christina , Jacobson Hannah , Hou Samantha , Brekke Allison , Hinojosa Karén , Flores Armando , Shimanova Izabella
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

This ongoing interpretive descriptive study explores hand therapists’ perspectives and practice patterns relative to upper-extremity pain. As per preliminary findings, participants emphasized biological contributions to pain but also acknowledged psychological influences and articulated a functional approach. The findings highlight the need for additional discussion of the value and role of biopsychosocial approaches to pain that extend beyond chronic low-back pain to the upper extremity.

Primary Author and Speaker: Brocha Stern

Additional Authors and Speakers: Jillian Yoo

Contributing Authors: Christina Couto, Hannah Jacobson, Samantha Hou, Allison Brekke, Karén Hinojosa, Armando Flores, Izabella Shimanova
The Efficacy of Dynamic Stabilization of the First Carpometacarpal Joint: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Martino Kaylee , Murphy Sara , Jesus Celine De , Ivy Cindy , Kannas Stephanie , McVeigh Kimberly , Nickolaou Allison
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

In adults with first carpometacarpal degenerative joint disease, does a dynamic stabilization home exercise program (HEP) decrease pain and increase function more than a traditional HEP? Research is needed to assess if this approach will lead to greater function and less pain than the currently accepted approach. It is important for OTs to have a holistic approach that includes traditional joint protection, orthosis use, and self-management of HEPs.

Primary Author and Speaker: Cindy Ivy

Additional Authors and Speakers: Kaylee Martino, Sara Murphy, Celine De Jesus, Stephanie Kannas, Kimberly McVeigh, Allison Nickolaou
Performance of Typical Adults With and Without Self-Reported Fearfulness to Movement on the Gravitational Insecurity Assessment—Revised
Authors: May-Benson Teresa , Ruzzano Laura , Teasdale Alison
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

Gravitational insecurity presents significant challenges throughout the lifespan. This poster examines performance of typical adults on a standardized assessment of gravitational insecurity originally designed for children, to determine if adaptation to its use was needed for use with adults. Age, self-reported fearfulness to movement, and performance on individual items were all examined as factors potentially impacting use of the assessment with adults.

Primary Author and Speaker: Teresa May-Benson

Additional Authors and Speakers: Laura Ruzzano

Contributing Authors: Alison Teasdale
The Meaning of Driving for Older Adults
Authors: Schultz-Krohn Winifred , Stroud Mimi , Walter Suzanne , Liao Y. K. , Stonesifer Courtney , Marrah Samantha
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

The meaning of driving for older adults was investigated using qualitative, in-depth interviews. Eleven adults, currently driving and residing in suburban low-income housing, were interviewed twice. After verbatim transcription of their first interviews, their second interviews confirmed and expanded on the data. Six unique themes emerged: driving integrated into identity; driving is meaningful and important; barriers to driving; supports for driving; driving cessation; and alternative transportation options.

Primary Author and Speaker: Winifred Schultz-Krohn

Additional Authors and Speakers: Mimi Stroud, Suzanne Walter, Y. K. Liao, Courtney Stonesifer, Marrah Samantha
Effectiveness of the Community-Academia Student Tutoring (CAST) Program in Enhancing Students’ Practice Placement Readiness
Authors: Tal-Saban Miri , Weintraub Naomi
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

OT programs include clinical practice as a vital aspect of preparation for professional practice. The CAST program was developed to enhance OT students’ perceived readiness for their practice placement. This study evaluated the effectiveness of the CAST program as a useful prefieldwork program for fostering students’ feelings of competency and readiness for their practice placements.

Primary Author and Speaker: Miri Tal-Saban

Contributing Authors: Naomi Weintraub
Wrapped in Cotton Wool: Using Implementation Science to Examine Unexpected Results in a Recess-Based Intervention Study for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Authors: Grady Patricia , Seidle Julie Silver , Bundy Anita
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

This study merges implementation science with a qualitative, comparative case-study design to examine implementation of a recess-based intervention designed to promote free play for children with disabilities. We found that factors such as school culture and climate impacted implementation more than financing, resources, or expertise did. School-based implementation research of this nature is fundamental for examining the translational potential of OT interventions.

Primary Author and Speaker: Patricia Grady

Additional Authors and Speakers: Julie Silver Seidle

Contributing Authors: Anita Bundy
Social Participation and Friendship Network in Young Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Authors: Chang Megan , Gallegos Kristen , Book Millie , Caudill Nina , Dacquigan Jessica , Weaver Vanessa , Lin Ling-Yi
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

This study aims to better understand the unique needs of young adults ages 18 to 35 and to inform the development of social-skills programs targeted to fit the specific challenges of this population. Four themes emerged, including the intrinsic value of friendship and friendship as a partnership.

Primary Author and Speaker: Megan Chang

Additional Authors and Speakers: Kristen Gallegos, Millie Book, Nina Caudill, Jessica Dacquigan, Vanessa Weaver, Ling-Yi Lin
Impact of Equine Interactive Vaulting on Executive Function of Children With Disabilities: Outcomes and Directions for OT Practice
Authors: Adams Kathryn , Panczykowski Heather , Bralley Morgan , Murphy Lynne , Fleury Lindsey , Vieregge Mary , Millner Lindsey
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

This mixed-methods study explored the benefits of an equine-assisted interactive vaulting program for children with disabilities. The program consisted of groundwork, gymnastic movements on horseback, and group problem-solving. Statistically significant improvements in nine areas of executive function were identified by instructor ratings, and parent interviews revealed themes of developing skills for social engagement, fostering relationships, and evolving emotional and behavioral repertoire.

Primary Author and Speaker: Heather Panczykowski

Additional Authors and Speakers: Lynne Murphy, Lindsey Fleury, Mary Vieregge

Contributing Authors: Kathryn Adams, Morgan Bralley, Lindsey Millner
Response Speed in Executive Tasks Predicts Social Motivation and Communication in School-Aged Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Authors: Yu Yen-Ting , Lin Chien-Ho , Hsieh Ching-Lin , Kuei-Cheng Cheng-Chun , Chen Kuan-Lin
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

Our results show that a slower response speed, not accuracy, on executive function (EF) tasks is related to better social interaction in school-age children with ASD. Children with ASD reduce their response speed to maintain good accuracy. Therefore, the response speed could be a correlate of social motivation and communication for school-age children with ASD and should be included in their evaluation for better intervention planning.

Primary Author and Speaker: Yen-Ting Yu

Contributing Authors: Chien-Ho Lin, Ching-Lin Hsieh, Cheng-Chun Kuei-Cheng, Kuan-Lin Chen
Missed Social Initiations of Adolescent Students With Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD): A Naturalistic Observation in an Inclusive After-School Club
Authors: Chen Yu-Lun , Koenig Kristie
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

Adolescents with ASD have difficulties initiating social interactions, which affects their peer engagement. This study aimed to identify features of missed social initiation (initiations receiving no response) in adolescents with ASD and typical development (TD). We observed social initiations of 11 students (ASD = 6; TD = 5, 6th to 7th grade) in an inclusive after-school club. Participants’ missed social initiations and their recipients, purposes, and types were analyzed.

Primary Author and Speaker: Yu-Lun Chen

Additional Authors and Speakers: Kristie Koenig
How Do OTs Practice With Communities to Improve Community-Level Health, Well-Being and Inclusion? A Systematic Review
Authors: Hyett Nerida , Kenny Amanda , McKinstry Carol , Gibson Chontel
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

This systematic review examined OTs’ practices at the community level by locating and appraising current research evidence and describing practice roles and opportunities. Internationally, OTs practice with communities in diverse settings to improve community-level health, well-being, and inclusion. Practice can be strengthened through advocacy, education, and policy change, as well as rigorous research that defines community and describes community engagement.

Primary Author and Speaker: Nerida Hyett

Contributing Authors: Amanda Kenny, Carol McKinstry, Chontel Gibson
Alternative Strategies Used by People With Fibromyalgia to Decrease Pain and Increase Participation and Function
Authors: Kornblau Barbara , Oliveira Debora , Mbiza Sarah , Forrest Reva , Dummer Mackenzie , Smith Michael , Southerland Timothy
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

This qualitative study used an online survey of open-ended questions using Qualtrics to explore fibromyalgia patients’ perceptions of alternative treatments to decrease pain and improve function. Participants were recruited from online sources. Qualitative data was analyzed using grounded theory. Multiple researchers and data collection from multiple sources ensured triangulation, rigor, and trustworthiness. This study informs OTs of alternative treatments to help manage this chronic condition.

Primary Author and Speaker: Barbara Kornblau

Additional Authors and Speakers: Debora Oliveira, Sarah Mbiza

Contributing Authors: Reva Forrest, Mackenzie Dummer, Michael Smith, Timothy Southerland
Building School Capacity to Facilitate Participation of Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A Multitier Approach
Authors: Grandisson Marie , Rajotte Emilie , Godin Julie , Chrétien-Vincent Myriam , Milot Elise
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

Schools need support to facilitate the participation of children with ASD in all school-related activities. A descriptive, qualitative study aimed to identify how OTs could help build school capacity to facilitate the participation of these children through a multitier approach. Focus groups were carried out with OTs and school staff. Concerns about children’s participation and recommendations to develop school capacity will be shared.

Primary Author and Speaker: Marie Grandisson

Contributing Authors: Emilie Rajotte, Julie Godin, Myriam Chrétien-Vincent, Elise Milot
Emotion Production and Neural Correlates of Emotion Processing in Youths With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging Study
Authors: Kilroy Emily , Krishnan Sharada , Butera Christiana , Harrison Laura , Jayashankar Aditya , Hossain Anusha , Nalbach Alexis , Aziz-Zadeh Lisa
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

Understanding the mechanisms of emotion production and emotion processing is important for addressing social communication deficits in ASD. Our results suggest that prompted emotional expressions in individuals with ASD are considered less genuinely expressed than those of their typically developing peers. This authenticity is related to neural responses in social processing brain regions. These findings offer insight for OTs to better treat and develop therapies to address social deficits in ASD.

Primary Author and Speaker: Emily Kilroy

Contributing Authors: Sharada Krishnan, Christiana Butera, Laura Harrison, Aditya Jayashankar, Anusha Hossain, Alexis Nalbach, Lisa Aziz-Zadeh
The Level of Knowledge of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) by OT Managers
Authors: Klug Marilyn , Fox LaVonne , Buscho Madelin , Scheel Samantha
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

An exploratory survey was used to determine the knowledge, attitudes, practices, and perceived barriers to EBP implementation held by OT managers. As there is no current research addressing this topic, this study fills a gap in the OT literature and knowledge base regarding EBP. The researchers found that OT managers hold positive attitudes toward EBP, have moderate levels of EBP practices, have high knowledge of EBP, and perceive moderate levels of barriers to implementation.

Primary Author and Speaker: Samantha Scheel

Additional Authors and Speakers: Madelin Buscho

Contributing Authors: Marilyn Klug, LaVonne Fox
A Best-Practice Modification of the Cougar Home Safety Assessment (CHSA)
Authors: Fisher Grace , Burgess Rebecca , DiMassimo Haley , Florenzo Caroline , Hymers Bailee , Kuchta Kaitlynn , Natale Olivia
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

This study sought to update the CHSA to ensure compliance with modern safety and technology expectations. OTs completed an online survey to suggest changes to the CHSA 4.0’s 78 criteria. Modifications included wording and content changes in more than half of the items, as well as more detailed instructions. This process resulted in the CHSA 5.0, available at: https://www.misericordia.edu/uploaded/documents/academics/ot/chsa_5.0_April_11_2019.pdf.

Primary Author and Speaker: Grace Fisher

Additional Authors and Speakers: Haley DiMassimo, Caroline Florenzo

Contributing Authors: Rebecca Burgess, Bailee Hymers, Kaitlynn Kuchta, Olivia Natale
Combined Model of Remote Interventions for Adults With Cancer-Related Cognitive Impairment: Pilot Study
Authors: Maeir Talia , Hoba Afik , Nahum Mor , Makranz Chen , Peretz-Yablonsky Tamar , Gilboa Yafit
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

This pilot study describes the impact of a combined remote intervention of computerized cognitive training together with occupational-based treatment on patients with cancer-related cognitive impairment. Positive outcomes were found in occupational performance, cognitive functions, quality of life, and mood. This treatment can possibly add to the therapeutic landscape of cancer-related cognitive impairment, which currently impairs the lives of millions worldwide.

Primary Author and Speaker: Talia Maeir

Additional Authors and Speakers: Yafit Gilboa

Contributing Authors: Afik Hoba, Mor Nahum, Chen Makranz, Tamar Peretz-Yablonsky
Determining the Efficacy of the Combined Use of Noninvasive Brain Stimulation (NIBS) and OT Interventions: A Scoping Review
Authors: Saleem Ghazala , Goldberg Carly , Suskauer Stacy
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

This review examines the efficacy of NIBS coupled with OT interventions. Sixty studies utilizing OT along with NIBS were included. Results support the use of NIBS as an add-on to OT interventions. Identifying the efficacy of NIBS as an adjuvant to existing therapies assists in characterizing interventions that may be useful in those clinical populations in which high-intensity therapy is not tolerable or feasible.

Primary Author and Speaker: Ghazala Saleem

Additional Authors and Speakers: Carly Goldberg

Contributing Authors: Stacy Suskauer
Life-Skill Development and Its Impact on Perceived Stress and Employment Pursuits: A Study of Young Adults With a History of Homelessness and Trauma
Authors: Beker Josephine , DeAngelis Tina , Rivera Nitasha
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

Instrumental Activities of Daily Living skill development and stress management are positively correlated with success in the employment setting. This research focused on young adults who had aged out of the foster-care system and who had a history of homelessness and trauma. Programming measured the impact of pre–post group-based OT on facilitating progress toward employment-related goals while decreasing perceived stress levels. Results showed positive clinical significance trending toward statistical significance.

Primary Author and Speaker: Josephine Beker

Additional Authors and Speakers: Tina DeAngelis

Contributing Authors: Nitasha Rivera
Mediation of Occupational Competence by Anxiety and Hyperarousal in Youths With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Authors: Jayashankar Aditya , Butera Christiana , Harrison Laura , Kilroy Emily , Nalbach Alexis , Hossain Anusha , Aziz-Zadeh Lisa
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

Comorbid anxiety and hyperarousal in youths with ASD provides additional challenges to occupational participation and competence, and thus occupational adaptation. By studying the effect of anxiety and arousal on competence, we found contrary trends for controls and ASD, suggesting less resilient behavior to anxiety in ASD and lower anxiety-mediated competence in older youths with ASD. This provides foundational knowledge for the design of pragmatic OT interventions.

Primary Author and Speaker: Aditya Jayashankar

Contributing Authors: Christiana Butera, Laura Harrison, Emily Kilroy, Alexis Nalbach, Anusha Hossain, Lisa Aziz-Zadeh
The Opioid Crisis: OTs’ Perceptions and Experiences From the Front Lines
Authors: Daniel Jessica , Wasmuth Sally
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

Limited literature exists regarding OT’s role in the opioid crisis. To develop and support that role, it is important to understand practitioners’ perceptions and experiences in treating the population. This research study, through qualitative content analysis, explores barriers and supports to addressing opioid prevention, use, and addiction in practice. The results provide a foundation for future research establishing OT’s role in the opioid crisis.

Primary Author and Speaker: Jessica Daniel

Contributing Authors: Sally Wasmuth