title: Improving compliance and on-task behaviour with a self-management intervention within a mainstream school.

authors: Higgs, Alice

subjects: compliance

abstract: Compliant behaviour is a key skill related to the social and academic success of children. Extending the research conducted by Lee (2016), the goal of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a technology-based self-management intervention on the compliant behaviour of two typically developing 10-year-old boys. Students each used an iPod Touch (6th generation) with iOS 12.2 and an inbuilt message notification system to receive visual prompts from the researcher, prompting them to record their behaviour on an application. The application 'StickerPop! Sticker Charts' was used by each of the participants to self-record their compliant behaviour. The effect of the intervention was assessed within a multiple baseline across participants design, incorporating a reversal design. Results indicate that the intervention was highly effective in increasing compliant behaviour for both participants. Concomitant improvements in on-task behaviour were also observed for one participant. These results were maintained during a two-week follow-up. The intervention was judged highly acceptable by the participants and their teacher. Overall, the intervention was effective within a classroom environment over a relatively short amount of time, benefiting the teacher and students. Strengths, limitations, and the theoretical implication of this study are discussed. Future research is suggested.

text: Improving compliance and on-task behaviour with a self-management intervention within a mainstream school. Compliant behaviour is a key skill related to the social and academic success of children. Extending the research conducted by Lee (2016), the goal of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a technology-based self-management intervention on the compliant behaviour of two typically developing 10-year-old boys. Students each used an iPod Touch (6th generation) with iOS 12.2 and an inbuilt message notification system to receive visual prompts from the researcher, prompting them to record their behaviour on an application. The application 'StickerPop! Sticker Charts' was used by each of the participants to self-record their compliant behaviour. The effect of the intervention was assessed within a multiple baseline across participants design, incorporating a reversal design. Results indicate that the intervention was highly effective in increasing compliant behaviour for both participants. Concomitant improvements in on-task behaviour were also observed for one participant. These results were maintained during a two-week follow-up. The intervention was judged highly acceptable by the participants and their teacher. Overall, the intervention was effective within a classroom environment over a relatively short amount of time, benefiting the teacher and students. Strengths, limitations, and the theoretical implication of this study are discussed. Future research is suggested.

year: 2019

title: Research laboratory survey

authors: Thomson, Kirsten

subjects: computer science

abstract: This report represents the results of a survey conducted by the University of Waikato Usability Laboratory of the research laboratories at the Department of Computer Science, The University of Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand. The study was conducted on behalf of the Department of Computer Science. 
The goal of the research was to: Inform the development of future laboratories; Inform the process any of re-development of current laboratories; Provide information about the use and acceptance of the laboratories.

text: Research laboratory survey This report represents the results of a survey conducted by the University of Waikato Usability Laboratory of the research laboratories at the Department of Computer Science, The University of Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand. The study was conducted on behalf of the Department of Computer Science. 
The goal of the research was to: Inform the development of future laboratories; Inform the process any of re-development of current laboratories; Provide information about the use and acceptance of the laboratories.

year: 2002-11

title: Ārai Whakamōmori: An Exploration of Te Whakaruruhau’s Suicide Prevention Strategy

authors: Jones, Waikorihiata Georgina-Ann Marama

subjects: Te Whakaruruhau, suicide, suicide prevention, indigenous suicide prevention, women’s refuge.

abstract: Te Whakaruruhau, Waikato Women’s Refuge, have been able to achieve a suicide free environment for their clients for over 31 years. This research sought to understand how Te Whakaruruhau have been successful in preventing suicide for women and their partners. Intimate partner violence is closely associated with suicide risk, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and helplessness and hopelessness. Interviews were held with 11 staff using kaupapa Māori (principles/philosophies) methodologies of: kānohi kitea (greeting, meeting face to face), ako Māori (learning, teaching, reciprocity, cultural pedagogy) and manaaki ki te tangata (caring, hosting people). A thematic analysis provided four main themes: identifying safety and risk issues, prevention methods, following tīkanga, and training and supervision. Sub themes that supported and expanded on each main theme showed that staff interacted and cared for their clients using distinctly Māori worldviews and practices of tīkanga: manner of approach, mā te whakarongo and kōrero (listening and talking), awhi (support), redirecting the focus, and whakamana (to empower), to prevent suicide with their clients. As Te Whakaruruhau is founded on principles of kaupapa Māori, it was evident that staff responded to their clients using manaakitanga (to care for, show respect), aroha (show love, empathy and sympathy), awhi, both physical and emotional support, and whakawhanaungatanga (relationship). A concern for staff was the lack of resourcing to access appropriate training and supervision which they felt impacted on their ability to do their job well. The implications of this study are that more training, specifically around suicide awareness, and mentoring and guidance is needed for staff to continue to provide a suicide free space. Also, this research serves to guide the formation of an indigenous national suicide prevention strategy for clients who access refuges. Ultimately, the research is for families who experience disruptions to their lives through violence offering a pathway and place for them to recover and rebuild their lives.

text: Ārai Whakamōmori: An Exploration of Te Whakaruruhau’s Suicide Prevention Strategy Te Whakaruruhau, Waikato Women’s Refuge, have been able to achieve a suicide free environment for their clients for over 31 years. This research sought to understand how Te Whakaruruhau have been successful in preventing suicide for women and their partners. Intimate partner violence is closely associated with suicide risk, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and helplessness and hopelessness. Interviews were held with 11 staff using kaupapa Māori (principles/philosophies) methodologies of: kānohi kitea (greeting, meeting face to face), ako Māori (learning, teaching, reciprocity, cultural pedagogy) and manaaki ki te tangata (caring, hosting people). A thematic analysis provided four main themes: identifying safety and risk issues, prevention methods, following tīkanga, and training and supervision. Sub themes that supported and expanded on each main theme showed that staff interacted and cared for their clients using distinctly Māori worldviews and practices of tīkanga: manner of approach, mā te whakarongo and kōrero (listening and talking), awhi (support), redirecting the focus, and whakamana (to empower), to prevent suicide with their clients. As Te Whakaruruhau is founded on principles of kaupapa Māori, it was evident that staff responded to their clients using manaakitanga (to care for, show respect), aroha (show love, empathy and sympathy), awhi, both physical and emotional support, and whakawhanaungatanga (relationship). A concern for staff was the lack of resourcing to access appropriate training and supervision which they felt impacted on their ability to do their job well. The implications of this study are that more training, specifically around suicide awareness, and mentoring and guidance is needed for staff to continue to provide a suicide free space. Also, this research serves to guide the formation of an indigenous national suicide prevention strategy for clients who access refuges. Ultimately, the research is for families who experience disruptions to their lives through violence offering a pathway and place for them to recover and rebuild their lives.

year: 2017