title: Vocabulary games as a memory enhancement device

authors: Chen, Meihua

subjects: Taiwan

abstract: I report here on a study whose aim was to determine whether any long-term vocabulary gains were achieved as the result of participation in a game program involving three vocabulary games based loosely on Poker (Pick Red), Chinese Blind Chess and Gobang. Forty six students from a language college in Taiwan participated in a twenty hour game program involving the creation of English compound words from single English words appearing on game cards and game pieces. A vocabulary test relating to these compounds was administered at the beginning of the program (the pretest), on two occasions during the program, on completion of the program and 45 days after completion of the program (the delayed test). Although the results indicated some vocabulary losses between the end of the program and the delayed test, comparison of pretest and delayed test results indicated significant vocabulary gains.

text: Vocabulary games as a memory enhancement device I report here on a study whose aim was to determine whether any long-term vocabulary gains were achieved as the result of participation in a game program involving three vocabulary games based loosely on Poker (Pick Red), Chinese Blind Chess and Gobang. Forty six students from a language college in Taiwan participated in a twenty hour game program involving the creation of English compound words from single English words appearing on game cards and game pieces. A vocabulary test relating to these compounds was administered at the beginning of the program (the pretest), on two occasions during the program, on completion of the program and 45 days after completion of the program (the delayed test). Although the results indicated some vocabulary losses between the end of the program and the delayed test, comparison of pretest and delayed test results indicated significant vocabulary gains.

year: 2009-09

title: Eliciting consumer preferences for certified animal-friendly foods: Can elements of the theory of planned behavior improve choice experiment analysis?

authors: Nocella, Giuseppe

abstract: Models used in neoclassical economics assume human behavior to be purely rational. On the other hand, models adopted in social and behavioral psychology are founded on the “black box” of human cognition. In view of these observations, this paper aims at bridging this gap by introducing psychological constructs in the well-established microeconomic framework of choice behavior based on random utility theory. In particular, it combines constructs developed employing Ajzen's theory of planned behavior with Lancaster's theory of consumer demand for product characteristics to explain stated preferences over certified animal-friendly foods (AFF). To reach this objective, a Web survey was administered in the largest five EU-25 countries: France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom. Findings identify some salient cross-cultural differences between northern and southern Europe and suggest that psychological constructs developed using the Ajzen model are useful in explaining heterogeneity of preferences. Implications for policymakers and marketers involved with certified AFF are discussed.

text: Eliciting consumer preferences for certified animal-friendly foods: Can elements of the theory of planned behavior improve choice experiment analysis? Models used in neoclassical economics assume human behavior to be purely rational. On the other hand, models adopted in social and behavioral psychology are founded on the “black box” of human cognition. In view of these observations, this paper aims at bridging this gap by introducing psychological constructs in the well-established microeconomic framework of choice behavior based on random utility theory. In particular, it combines constructs developed employing Ajzen's theory of planned behavior with Lancaster's theory of consumer demand for product characteristics to explain stated preferences over certified animal-friendly foods (AFF). To reach this objective, a Web survey was administered in the largest five EU-25 countries: France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom. Findings identify some salient cross-cultural differences between northern and southern Europe and suggest that psychological constructs developed using the Ajzen model are useful in explaining heterogeneity of preferences. Implications for policymakers and marketers involved with certified AFF are discussed.

year: 2012

title: Whakaoranga taiao, whakaoranga tangata: The restorative, healing, and decolonising potential of environmental restoration

authors: Moore, Robert

abstract: This thesis explores the ways in which Māori who are involved in environmental restoration are able to use their experiences to reconnect with Te Ao Māori. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with three Māori who have been involved in environmental restoration in and around Kirikiriroa. These research participants were also able to speak to what they have observed in other restoration projects at their respective marae and comment broadly about this work as it is taking place across Aotearoa. It became clear through this research that the impacts of history and colonisation are still felt heavily by Māori in the environmental space today. For Māori involved in environmental restoration, this is a place where they are able to learn and share knowledge and reconnect with their Māoritanga. Environmental restoration can help restore wairua relationships with the whenua and strengthen Maori wellbeing through strengthening relationships with the whenua. Engaging in environmental restoration supports decolonisation as, for the aforementioned outcomes of doing so, being in these spaces supports the affirmation of an Indigenous identity.

text: Whakaoranga taiao, whakaoranga tangata: The restorative, healing, and decolonising potential of environmental restoration This thesis explores the ways in which Māori who are involved in environmental restoration are able to use their experiences to reconnect with Te Ao Māori. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with three Māori who have been involved in environmental restoration in and around Kirikiriroa. These research participants were also able to speak to what they have observed in other restoration projects at their respective marae and comment broadly about this work as it is taking place across Aotearoa. It became clear through this research that the impacts of history and colonisation are still felt heavily by Māori in the environmental space today. For Māori involved in environmental restoration, this is a place where they are able to learn and share knowledge and reconnect with their Māoritanga. Environmental restoration can help restore wairua relationships with the whenua and strengthen Maori wellbeing through strengthening relationships with the whenua. Engaging in environmental restoration supports decolonisation as, for the aforementioned outcomes of doing so, being in these spaces supports the affirmation of an Indigenous identity.

year: 2022