bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Minoritization and Pluralization
Authors: Burity Joanildo A. 
Published: March 2016

The emergence of Pentecostalism on the Brazilian scene has raised new questions about the way religion relates to the definition of a “people,” how religious minorities can be politically and legally integrated into the mainstream of national identity, and to what degree the state-religion relation is constitutive of society in a context of increasing sociocultural, religious, and political pluralization. The argument draws on the concept of minoritization proposed by William Connolly, against the background of Laclau’s problematic of the formation of a people as a hegemonic actor. An analysis of Pentecostal discourse on “the public” and “the people” reveals that Pentecostalism minoritized itself in response to perceived exclusion and this accentuated pluralization within it. An unintended effect of this logic was the fluidity of the boundary between sacred and profane, religious and secular. In a context of growing cultural, social, and political pluralization, these discursive practices have the potential to lead either to the aggiornamento of Pentecostalism or to the regressive closing of a populist right-wing discourse. A emergência pentecostal na cena pública brasileira tem colocado novas questões quanto à forma como a religião se relaciona à definição de um “povo,” como as minorias religiosas podem ser politica e legalmente integradas ao filão principal da identidade nacional, e em que medida a relação entre religião e estado é constitutiva da sociedade, num contexto de crescente pluralização socio-cultural, religiosa e política. O argumento desenvolve-se em torno do conceito de minoritização proposto por William Connolly, com base na problemática laclauniana da formação do povo como ator hegemônico. Uma análise do discurso pentecostal sobre “o público” e “o povo” revela que os pentecostais minoritizaram-se em resposta a uma percepção de exclusão e que a minoritização acentua a pluralização no interior do pentecostalismo. Um efeito não-pretendido dessa lógica é a fluidificação da fronteira entre sagrado e profano, religioso e secular. Num contexto de crescente pluralização cultural, social e política, essas práticas discursivas têm o potencial de aprofundarem o aggiornamento do pentecostalismo ou de seu fechamento regressivo num discurso populista de direita.
Continuity between DSM-5 Categorical Criteria and Traits Criteria for Borderline Personality Disorder
Authors: Bach Bo , Sellbom Martin 
Published: March 2016

Objective: Borderline personality disorder (BPD) includes a heterogeneous constellation of symptoms operationalized with 9 categorical criteria. As the field of personality disorder (PD) research moves to emphasize dimensional traits in its operationalization, it is important to delineate continuity between the 9 DSM-IV/Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) categorical criteria for BPD and the trait dimensions in DSM-5 Section III. To date, no study has attempted such validation. Methods: We examined the associations between the 9 categorical DSM-IV/DSM-5 criteria for BPD and the trait dimensions of the alternative DSM-5 model for PDs in consecutively recruited psychiatric outpatients ( N = 142; 68% female; age: mean 29.02, SD 8.38). This was investigated by means of bivariate correlations, followed by multiple logistic regression analysis. Results: The categorical BPD criteria were associated with conceptually related DSM-5 Section III traits ( P > 0.001), except for the criterion of chronic feelings of emptiness. Consistent with the proposed traits criteria for BPD in DSM-5 Section III, we found Emotional lability, Anxiousness, Separation insecurity, Depressivity, Impulsivity, Risk taking, and Hostility to capture conceptually coherent BPD categorical criteria, while Suspiciousness was also strongly associated with BPD criteria. At the domain level, this applied to Negative affectivity, Disinhibition, and Psychoticism. Notably, Emotional lability, Impulsivity, and Suspiciousness emerged as unique predictors of BPD ( P > 0.05). Conclusions: In addition to the proposed BPD traits criteria, Suspiciousness and features of Psychoticism also augment BPD features. Provided that these findings are replicated in forthcoming research, a modified traits operationalization of BPD is warranted.
Enhanced Understanding of the Levels of Palliative Care in Pharmacy Students Through Participating in Clinical Training in Hospitals
Authors: Myotoku Michiaki , Omotani Sachiko , Hatsuda Yasutoshi , Konishi Hiroki , Hirotani Yoshihiko 
Published: March 2016

Objective: A palliative care knowledge survey was conducted involving pharmacy students to examine their perceived usefulness and the educational effect of clinical training in hospitals. Methods: A questionnaire sheet was distributed to fifth-year pharmacy students before and after clinical training. The questionnaire consisted of questions to clarify the details of palliative care-related training in hospitals and students’ knowledge of such care. The respondents were divided into 2 groups: those who participated in palliative care team (PCT) rounds (group A: 57) and those who did not (group B: 57). Results: The mean total correct answer rate markedly increased after training in group A, from 37.9 to 47.1% (P < .01). Such an increase was also observed in the domains of philosophy and pain in this group ( P < .01). In contrast, group B did not show differences in the mean correct answer rate between before and after training; there was no significant increase in the rate in any domain. Conclusion: Pharmacy students’ knowledge was enhanced by participating in the PCT, confirming the usefulness of such participation during training as part of palliative care education.
Intersectional impact of multiple identities on social work education in the UK
Authors: Liu Ben Chi-pun 
Published: March 2016

Summary The study reviews the records of 671 social work students and graduates including the seven intakes from the first cohort in 2003/2004 to the intake in 2010/2011 to examine the interacting effect of learning difficulties, ethnicity and gender on the completion of social work training at a university in the South East of England. Findings Among the students, 79.9% of them were female, 50.1% were black, 27.9% white, 10.7% Asian and 11.3% other ethnicities. A majority of students did not report any disability. Among those who did ( n = 84), 52.3% ( n = 44) reported a learning difficulty. The percentage of students who have successfully completed the training is 76.4%, a completion rate that is comparable to the UK's national figure. Having controlled the confounding variables, hierarchical logistic regression identified the risk factor for dropout from undergraduate social work programme as black female students with learning difficulties (odds ratio = 0.100, 95% confidence interval = 0.012–0.862, p < 0.05). Findings suggested that students with multiplicity of identities, i.e. being black and female and with a learning difficulty, have a lower probability to complete the programme successfully. Applications Strategies for tackling the intersecting disadvantages of race, gender and disabilities in social work training should embrace three principles: providing continuous support, focusing on how the support is provided and addressing contextual and structural barriers.
Social work support for employment of people with learning disabilities: Findings from the English Jobs First demonstration sites
Authors: Stevens Martin , Harris Jess 
Published: March 2016

Summary This article brings together two key themes in recent public policy in England affecting social work practice: the value of having a paid job for social inclusion and increasing self-worth, and the personalisation of public services. The article draws on a mixed method evaluation of Jobs First, which was a government-funded demonstration site project that aimed to show how personal budgets (a key mechanism for personalisation) could be used by people with learning disabilities, often with their families, to purchase employment support. The evaluation involved secondary analysis of case record data and 142 semi-structured interviews with a wide range of participants (we mainly draw on 79 interviews with professionals for this article). Jobs First is placed within the frame of Active Labour Market Policy. Findings The attitudes of social workers to Jobs First were broadly positive, which was an important factor supporting employment outcomes. However, social workers’ involvement was often limited to a coordinating role, undertaking basic assessments linked to resource allocation and ensuring that support plans, which had often been developed by non-social work practitioners, were ‘signed off’ or agreed by the local authority. Applications The study points to important elements of the role of social workers in this new field of practice and explores potential tensions that might emerge. It highlights a continuing theme that social workers are playing more of a coordinating, managing role, rather than working directly with individuals to support their choices.
Effects of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors on cardiac and endothelial function in type 2 diabetes mellitus: A pilot study
Authors: Leung Melissa , Leung Dominic Y , Wong Vincent W 
Published: March 2016

Aims: Recent studies have raised concerns regarding increased heart failure in patients on dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors. We examined whether dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors, compared to non-incretin–based therapies, have differential effects on left ventricular and endothelial function in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Methods: A total of 25 type 2 diabetes mellitus patients commenced on a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor were compared with 50 matched controls. Left ventricular systolic and diastolic function and flow-mediated dilatation were compared before and 12 months after treatment. Results: At baseline, both dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor and control groups had elevated HbA1c and comparable subclinical left ventricular dysfunction (left ventricular global longitudinal strain: −15.4% vs −15.9%, p = 0.538; e′ velocities: 6 vs 6 cm/s, p = 0.151, where e′ is the peak mitral annular early diastolic tissue velocity). After 12 months, both groups had similar improvement in HbA1c. However, patients on dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors had greater improvement in systolic (ΔGLS: 3.6% vs 1.3%, p < 0.001), despite no significant differences in weight, blood pressure or lipid parameters in both groups. Diastolic (Δe′: 38% vs 17%, p = 0.001) and endothelial function improved in the dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor group but not the control group (ΔFMD: 5% vs −1%, p = 0.029). Conclusion: We demonstrated significant improvements in LV systolic, diastolic and endothelial function in patients treated with a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor over 12 months. These beneficial effects may provide some reassurance regarding the cardiovascular safety of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors.
Is watch and wait still acceptable for patients with low-grade follicular lymphoma?
Authors: Armitage James O. , Longo Dan L. 
Published: March 2016

Abstract
Follicular lymphoma (FL) represents more than 20% of all non-Hodgkin lymphomas worldwide and approximately 30% of the non-Hodgkin lymphomas diagnosed in the United States. Although occasionally localized at the time of diagnosis, most patients have disseminated disease. However, patients are frequently asymptomatic, and this, in combination with a long median survival, led to the initial studies of observing asymptomatic patients without initial therapy, ie, “watch and wait.” Since the initial report of watch and wait as a treatment strategy for patients with low-grade FL, our understanding of the biology of the disease has advanced; multiple active new agents have been introduced into practice, and the survival of patients with low-grade FL has improved. Given these changes, is watch and wait still an acceptable treatment recommendation for a newly diagnosed patient with low-grade FL?
Perturbed MafB/GATA1 axis after burn trauma bares the potential mechanism for immune suppression and anemia of critical illness
Authors: Johnson Nicholas B , Posluszny Joseph A , He Li K , Szilagyi Andrea , Gamelli Richard L , Shankar Ravi , Muthumalaiappan Kuzhali 
Published: March 2016

Abstract
Patients who survive initial burn injury are susceptible to nosocomial infections. Anemia of critical illness is a compounding factor in burn patients that necessitates repeated transfusions, which further increase their susceptibility to infections and sepsis. Robust host response is dependent on an adequate number and function of monocytes/macrophages and dendritic cells. In addition to impaired RBC production, burn patients are prone to depletion of dendritic cells and an increase in deactivated monocytes. In steady-state hematopoiesis, RBCs, macrophages, and dendritic cells are all generated from a common myeloid progenitor within the bone marrow. We hypothesized in a mouse model of burn injury that an increase in myeloid-specific transcription factor V-maf musculoaponeurotic fibrosarcoma oncogene homolog B at the common myeloid progenitor stage steers their lineage potential away from the megakaryocyte erythrocyte progenitor production and drives the terminal fate of common myeloid progenitors to form macrophages vs. dendritic cells, with the consequences being anemia, monocytosis, and dendritic cell deficits. Results indicate that, even though burn injury stimulated bone marrow hematopoiesis by increasing multipotential stem cell production (LinnegSca1poscKitpos), the bone marrow commitment is shifted away from the megakaryocyte erythrocyte progenitor and toward granulocyte monocyte progenitors with corresponding alterations in peripheral blood components, such as hemoglobin, hematocrit, RBCs, monocytes, and granulocytes. Furthermore, burn-induced V-maf musculoaponeurotic fibrosarcoma oncogene homolog B in common myeloid progenitors acts as a transcriptional activator of M-CSFR and a repressor of transferrin receptors, promoting macrophages and inhibiting erythroid differentiations while dictating a plasmacytoid dendritic cell phenotype. Results from small interfering RNA and gain-of-function (gfp-globin transcription factor 1 retrovirus) studies indicate that targeted interventions to restore V-maf musculoaponeurotic fibrosarcoma oncogene homolog B/globin transcription factor 1 balance can mitigate both immune imbalance and anemia of critical illness.
Crystal structure of 2-benzoyl-3-(4-fluorophenyl)cyclopropane-1,1-dicarbonitrile, C18H11FN2O
Authors: Yang Pinghua , Wang Changqing 
Published: March 2016

Abstract
C18H11FN2O, monoclinic C2/c (no. 15), a = 21.221(13) Å, b = 6.325(4) Å, c = 22.732(14) Å, β = 108.922(16)°, V = 2886(3) Å3, Z = 8, R
gt
(F) = 0.0410, wR
ref
(F
2
) = 0.1139, T = 296 K.
Crystal structure of 9-allyl-4,5-dichloro-12-cyano-9,10-dihydro-9,10-ethanoanthracen-12-yl acetate, C22H17Cl2NO2
Authors: Sultan Mujeeb A. , Karama Usama , Almansour Abdulrahman I. , Al-saeedi Adel , Ghabbour Hazem A. 
Published: March 2016

Abstract
C22H17Cl2NO2, monoclinic, P21/c (no. 14), a = 8.9960(2) Å, b = 15.9202(4) Å, c = 13.2049(3) Å, β = 94.369(1)°, V = 1885.69(8) Å3, Z = 4, R
gt
(F) = 0.0420, wR
ref
(F
2
) = 0.1237, T = 100 K.
Assimilation Conundrum: Austrian Befriends Americans in Costa Rica
Authors: Budden Michael Craig , Budden Heather Lynn 
Published: March 2016

The number of international students coming to the United States has fallen during the past two years. Still, many come. They seek an education that may be unavailable at home or just an opportunity to study in a foreign environment. Upon graduation, many return home with subject matter knowledge gleaned in the classroom but no real understanding of Americans or America. Those lacking assimilation and acceptance among US students return to their homelands shortchanged and in some ways, less prepared than they should be to deal in a multi-cultural environment. International students need to be assimilated in such a manner as to enrich their understanding of the United States and to broaden their horizons. Too, assimilation may lead to an increase in the numbers of foreign students seeking an education in the U.S. In a similar vein, U.S. students can enrich their knowledge and understanding of foreign cultures through close interaction with foreign students.
Improving Business Students Oral Communication Skills
Authors: Culpepper David H. , Beeler Jesse D. , Burke Kimberly Gladden 
Published: March 2016

This study empirically examines a model for improving the oral communication skills of business students. First, the researchers worked to identify the elements of effective oral communication in a business setting, and to enumerate the related oral communication skills that potential employers hope to find in new employees. Next we endeavored to gauge the degree to which an intensive program of instruction in oral communication within an existing business course can improve these skills and abilities among college seniors. The study utilized a pre/post test quasi-experimental design and provides evidence that by redesigning one of the senior level business courses to include an intense oral communications element it is possible to improve a student's oral communication skills.
Establishing A Certified Financial Planner Program At A Regional University
Authors: Larson Stephen J. , Joyce William B. , McGrady David 
Published: March 2016

This paper discusses the process of establishing a Certified Financial Planner™ program at a regional state university as well as the benefits of such a practical program for students. In 2003 the financial planning curriculum at Eastern Illinois University became board registered by the Certified Financial Planner™ Board. Students take five courses covering taxation, insurance, investments, retirement planning, and estate planning. This curriculum satisfies the requirements to sit for the Certified Financial Planner™ [CFP®] exam. Recent students of our program have obtained good jobs primarily in the area of retirement planning and investments.
Students At Work: Classroom Implications Of Outside Employment
Authors: Cillis Daniel R. , Kellar Greg , Akel Anthony M. 
Published: March 2016

With the growing population of nontraditional students, questions have been posed as to whether or not student employment results in better academic performance. This study measures the effects of employment experiences on university and classroom dynamics. Undergraduate business students from a large, private university constituted the sample. They were surveyed to determine the relationship between their university and work experiences. Findings suggest that work and educational efforts do not always compete. For many, it appears the same intangibles that propel individuals to excel in a job carries over into the academic arena. Implications for Business Education are presented.
Using Student-Centered Projects To Teach Mathematics Content Standards To Middle School Teachers II (The Second Course)
Authors: Bellomo Carryn 
Published: March 2016

Teaching and learning standards across the country are becoming more content driven, especially in mathematics. As such, it is essential to develop substantive college level math courses for pre-service and in-service teachers. These courses should deliver mathematical content in a relevant way. Teachers must not only be proficient in their subject, but also recognize how to apply content meaningfully to student’s lives. As part of a grant funded through the Department of Education in coordination with the Clark County School District, I have designed two college level courses that will deliver mathematical content standards to middle school teachers. These courses will help prepare teachers at the middle school level by focusing on mathematical content, making connections within the curriculum, using technology, and enhancing the role of mathematics in everyday life and problem solving. This paper extends the concepts provided in [1]. The primary purpose of this paper is to share with the academic community the projects used to develop content understanding in mathematics topics such as: spatial relationships, geometry, problem solving, reasoning, mathematical modeling, financial and economic analysis, and probability. This paper will present these projects, and tie them to mathematics standards outlined in the Clark County School District (and state of Nevada).
The Reflective Dispositional Coaching Process: An Action Research Project
Authors: Bell Edwin D. , Grant Kathy , Fisk-Moody Patricia 
Published: March 2016

The authors implemented an action research project to help teacher education candidates to reflect upon, assess, and ultimately strengthen teacher candidate dispositions through the Reflective Dispositional Coaching Model. The teacher education faculty agreed that candidate dispositions should address four areas: (a) professionalism, (b) commitment to lifelong learning, (c) reflective and critical thinker, and (d) commitment to diversity. Coaching the candidates through the reflective practitioner model not only allowed the candidates to operationally define and assess their dispositions, but also assisted them in a plan for empowerment and professional growth.
The Effects Of Different Sections And Students Pre-Course Interest On An Instructors Teaching Evaluations
Authors: Persons Obeua S. 
Published: March 2016

This study has identified two important factors, unrelated to an instructor’s teaching ability, which can affect an instructor’s teaching evaluations. The first factor, which has never been examined in any prior studies, is the section effect. This study finds that teaching evaluations differ significantly across sections of the same course taught by the same instructor. This section effect cannot be explained by six student-related variables. The second factor, which is students’ pre-course interest measured at the beginning of a course, is found to be positively related to teaching evaluations. These findings suggest that higher-education administrators may want to consider the section effect and the students’ pre-course interest when they evaluate an instructor’s teaching effectiveness for promotion, tenure and merit decisions.
Determinants Of Instructors Influence On Selection Of A Major In An Integrated Introductory Business Course
Authors: Simione Kathleen , Cadden David , Thompson Mark A , Rich Anne 
Published: March 2016

Increasingly, as part of a desire to improve student understanding of the integrative nature of business, more and more schools are introducing interdisciplinary courses into the curriculum. These courses may also assist students with their choice of major. Generally, courses of this type are offered at the introductory level and may be structured in a variety of ways. Many questions still exist about the overall effectiveness of these courses with respect to teaching an understanding of integration, the appropriateness of alternative course designs, and how they might influence the selection of a major. Our institution has had such an Introductory Business Course for more than a decade. The course has always contained a process of continuous quality improvement .The course has evolved rather significantly during the last decade. One of its most recent and substantive changes has been to move from having multiple faculty members teaching each section to having each section taught by a single instructor. We felt that it was critical to examine the effectiveness of this change with regard to teaching, and also to see if the use of the single instructor model impacted student selection of a business major. The paper evaluates the effectiveness of faculty members to teach material outside their discipline. It also examines for the possible influence by instructors on selection of majors in the instructor’s discipline in an introductory business course.