ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Perfectionism among Chinese Gifted and Nongifted Students in Hong Kong: The Use of the Revised Almost Perfect Scale
Author: Chan, David W.
Date: 2011-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Academically Gifted,Measures (Individuals),Foreign Countries,Personality Traits,Asians,Factor Analysis,Standards,Performance,Scores,Profiles,Multiple Intelligences,Elementary School Students

This study investigated the structure of perfectionism based on the almost Perfect Scale-Revised with a sample of 320 gifted students aged 7 to 12 and a sample of 882 nongifted students of similar ages in Hong Kong. Multigroup confirmatory factor analyses across the two student groups supported a common three-dimensional model that included constructs of high personal standards, order and organization, and perception of discrepancy between standards and performance. Both a rational approach and an empirical clustering procedure yielded three clusters of students interpreted as unhealthy perfectionists, nonperfectionists, and healthy perfectionists. Unhealthy perfectionists had pervasively high scores on all three dimensions, healthy perfectionists had high scores on standards and order and low scores on discrepancy, and nonperfectionists had pervasively low scores on all three dimensions. Implications of the findings for future research on perfectionism and the promotion of positive perfectionism are discussed. (Contains 5 tables.)
Examining the Underrepresentation of Underserved Students in Gifted Programs from a Transformational Leadership Vantage Point
Author: Michael-Chadwell, Sharon
Date: 2011-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: African American Students,Academically Gifted,Talent,Disproportionate Representation,Identification,Educational Change,Transformational Leadership,Leadership,Phenomenology,Parent Attitudes,Race,Professional Development,Student Placement,Teacher Attitudes

Within the United States, the underrepresentation of historically underserved student groups continues to be a phenomenon in gifted and talented (GT) programs. In a phenomenological study exploring teachers' and African American parents' perceptions of the underrepresentation of gifted African American students, four themes emerged from the study. Those themes are: (a) misperceptions regarding a student's race and ability; (b) the lack of parent awareness programs about issues related to gifted and talented education; (c) the need for professional development training related to the needs of minority gifted students; and (d) issues related to testing and assessment instrumentation. A paradigm shift in leadership and GT program practices must occur to reduce identification and placement gaps. The Chadwell Transformative Model for Gifted Program reform is a means to improve the identification and placement of historically underserved students into gifted and talented programs. (Contains 4 figures and 3 tables.)
Beyond Testing: Social and Psychological Considerations in Recruiting and Retaining Gifted Black Students
Author: Ford, Donna Y.
Date: 2011-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: African American Students,Advanced Placement,Gifted,Testing,Disproportionate Representation,Racial Identification,Student Recruitment,Academic Persistence,Peer Influence,Gender Differences,Educational Change

For more than a half century, concerns have existed about the persistent underrepresentation of African American students in gifted education and advanced Placement classes. Various recommendations to reverse underrepresentation have been proposed, with the majority focusing on testing and assessment instruments. Nonetheless, progress has been inadequate as underrepresentation persists at high levels nationally, especially among Black males. Clearly, we must continue to find more effective tests and instruments, but we cannot stop there. In this article, we propose that, in the process of focusing on more effective ways to recruit and retain African American students, greater attention must be given to social and psychological factors, namely peer pressures and racial identity. Equally important, we must consider gender--the differential experiences of Black males and females. The discussion of these issues is followed by recommendations for change for educators. (Contains 1 table and 1 footnote.)
Students Make Sure the Cherokees Are Not Removed...Again: A Study of Service-Learning and Artful Learning in Teaching History
Author: Terry, Alice W.
Date: 2011-01-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Altruism,Academically Gifted,Action Research,Self Efficacy,Metacognition,Service Learning,Middle School Students,Academic Achievement,American Indians,History Instruction,Suburban Schools,Participatory Research,Talent

Bringing history alive in one Southern, suburban middle school, this application of community-action service-learning and Artful Learning is chronicled from inception to conclusion. This qualitative participatory action research study explored the effects of this program on 8th-grade gifted students. The purpose of the study was to examine one specific, successful program involving gifted students in a Learn and Serve America grant project site in reference to the service-learning and Artful Learning Models. The results showed improved  achievement and suggested enhanced metacognition, self-efficacy, and altruism. The students were actively involved in their own learning, eventually making a difference in their community. (Contains 1 figure and 1 table.)
The Dimensions of Influence on Research Administrator Behavior: Toward a Theoretical Model of Research Administration as a Public Service Profession
Author: Atkinson, Timothy N.
Date: 2007-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Research Administration,Administrator Behavior,Public Service,Models,Professional Associations,Strategic Planning,Futures (of Society),Administrator Attitudes,Professional Personnel,Identification,Self Concept

As the Society of Research Administrators International enters its 40th anniversary, it will become necessary to critically evaluate the state of the research administration profession to chart new directions and new ideas, and to solidify our educational, professional and scholarly agendas for the future. What follows is a critical synthesis and evaluation of 20th century thought on the sociology of the professions, with integration of research administration characteristics as a public service profession. It is suggested that we establish a modern theoretical model. The model proposed is not the final one by any means, but this evaluation situates research administration in the overall study of the professions, providing an important theoretical stronghold. (Contains 1 table and 1 figure.)
Crossing the Great Divide: Adoption of New Technologies, Therapeutics and Diagnostics at Academic Medical Centers
Author: DeMonaco, Harold J.
Date: 2007-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Health Services,Influence of Technology,Innovation,Technological Advancement,Decision Making,Hospitals,Academic Education,Medical Education,Patients,Clinical Teaching (Health Professions),Adoption (Ideas),Physicians,Role,Accountability,Evaluation Methods

The role of new technology in healthcare continues to expand from both the clinical and financial perspectives. Despite the importance of innovation, most academic medical centers do not have a clearly defined process for technology assessment. Recognizing the importance of new drugs, diagnostics and procedures in the care of patients and in the financial well being of the institution, the Massachusetts General Hospital established the Innovative Diagnostics and Therapeutics Committee to provide consultation to senior leadership. The Committee is composed of senior management, along with selected members of the medical staff and others, and provides consultation on the appropriateness of new technology adoption. A case is presented that highlights the issues related to asymmetry of information and the Committee's role in placing an institutional perspective on adoption. Committee methodology is briefly described along with important lessons learned. (Contains 1 table.)
The Role of a Research Administration Program in Adverse Event Reporting
Author: Fedor, Carol
Date: 2007-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Medical Research,Research Administration,Patients,Participation,Research Methodology,Risk Management,Evaluators,Experiments,Ethics,Educational Strategies,Research Reports

The reporting, analysis, and management of adverse events (AEs) provide an ongoing assessment of risk in the context of a clinical trial and enhance the protection of human research participants and the informed consent process. Effective and efficient review of AEs has been a long-standing challenge for Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) and Research Administration programs, especially as protocols and ethical/legal issues become more complex. Furthermore, AE reporting is governed by many different regulations and sources, with inconsistencies in standards and requirements. Reporting standards for AEs were adopted when single-center clinical trials were the norm. With the increased prevalence of multi-center trials, IRBs are now inundated with AE reports. This paper will review the current issues in AE reporting and the challenges encountered by research administration programs when reassessing current policies and procedures and implementing a significantly revised reporting policy. The implementation plan and educational strategies used with the investigators and research staff will be described. Preliminary outcome data will be presented to evaluate policy revisions and to take into consideration the concepts of "quality of review" versus "quantity of reporting." (Contains 2 tables and 3 figures.)
Implementation of Systems to Support the Management of Research: Commentary from a UK University Perspective
Author: Rutherford, Scott
Date: 2007-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Research Administration,Management Systems,Knowledge Management,Best Practices,Universities,Information Systems,Foreign Countries

The increasing complexity and diversity of a typical portfolio of research awards coupled with advancing technology makes successful implementation and delivery of system benefits more challenging than ever. Moreover, the role of systems in knowledge management is a fundamental issue faced by all research active organizations. One of the principal drivers for introducing better systems should be to serve the academic mission and make life easier for researchers; yet most appear to perform conversely, perhaps sacrificing potential benefits to meet the requirements of administration. The principal challenge thus is to deliver a system that meets the needs of both academic and administrative communities. This paper provides a commentary on the experience gained within a research office following implementation of two systems (one pre-award, the other post-award) and identifies key elements for successful delivery. The paper contains suggestions, based on our experience, of best practices and techniques that research administrators might adopt to ensure a well-managed project and its implementation. It concludes how, post implementation, users may begin to derive maximum benefit from systems and points to the advantages that high-quality knowledge management can offer a range of stakeholders. (Contains 1 table and 1 figure.)
Social Network Analysis to Evaluate an Interdisciplinary Research Center
Author: Aboelela, Sally W.
Date: 2007-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Teamwork,Cooperation,Network Analysis,Social Networks,Interdisciplinary Approach,Research,Colleges,Researchers,Computer Software

We sought to examine the growth of an interdisciplinary center using social network analysis techniques. Specific aims were to examine the patterns of growth and interdisciplinary connectedness of the Center and to identify the social network characteristics of its productive members. The setting for this study was The Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Antimicrobial Resistance (CIRAR) at Columbia University. Periodic surveys and social network analysis comprised the study design. The data for this study included a relational survey taken by all members of the Center at three time points over one year. Respondents confirmed whether or not they had &quot;heard of,&quot; &quot;met,&quot; or &quot;know the work of,&quot; or had &quot;worked with&quot; each of the other Center members. Data were analyzed using the social networking software program Organizational Risk Analyzer (ORA). Over time the social network increased in size, density, centralization, and complexity. The density of connections among and between different disciplines in the Center varied from Time 1 to 2 to 3; some increased, some decreased, while others stayed the same. Finally, the total degree centrality and the betweeness centrality of Center members were highly correlated to productivity. The study shows that a number of characteristics of an interdisciplinary research center can be quantified and described using social network techniques. Data from these analyses can be used to evaluate a center's progress, identify important indicators of leadership, identify areas of strength and need for improvement, and inform decisions on strategic direction. (Contains 2 tables and 3 figures.)
Evaluation of Strategies for Building a Research Culture--An Empirical Case Study at an African University
Author: Studman, Cliff
Date: 2007-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Change Strategies,Research and Development,Program Effectiveness,Foreign Countries,School Policy,Funding Formulas,Teacher Attitudes,College Faculty,Attitude Change,Faculty Workload,Teacher Researchers,Research

The impact of change strategies for developing research at an African primarily undergraduate institution is considered using a case study of the University of Botswana. After an analysis of the existing situation, a short research policy, written in understandable terms, was developed. The policy was structured so that it could be used for subsequent compliance assessment. A lengthy approval process involving consultation with all faculties increased institutional buy-in. A new Office of Research and Development managed the implementation. Motivators such as research awards and recognition were introduced to encourage staff to develop research programmes. Simplified but transparent internal funding mechanisms were also introduced. Staff attitude surveys were undertaken just after the policy was implemented, and again approximately 18 months later. The impact of the changes was assessed through a compliance exercise. The survey showed a positive change in staff attitude to research, despite a significant increase in teaching workload during the period. There was also a sustained increase in competition for available internal research funds. Compliance with the policy increased, although full compliance was achieved in only a few areas. (Contains 1 table.)
Research Administration as a Living System
Author: Cole, Sharon Stewart
Date: 2007-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Research Administration,Opinions,Educational Change,Cooperation,Teacher Administrator Relationship,Tenure,Career Development,College Faculty,Productivity,Models,Administrative Organization,Teamwork,Delphi Technique,Research Universities,Group Dynamics,Sharing Behavior,Teacher Researchers

The purpose of this Delphi study was to gather expert opinions and recommendations for change in the research administration system to bring about growth and collaboration. This study was deemed important because at the heart of every system is the fact that individuals need each other to continue to exist. The results of the Delphi study give recommendations from the research faculty perspective for the improvement in the system of research administration and faculty relationships. Administrators and research faculty should view each other as team members whose objectives are to discover and understand how to achieve common goals. The recommendations suggested that change was needed by both faculty and research administrators to become a more unified, living system. (Contains 1 table.)
Institutional Challenges of Interdisciplinary Research Centers
Author: Glied, Sherry
Date: 2007-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Interdisciplinary Approach,Research and Development Centers,Research Universities,Sustainability,College Faculty,Faculty Recruitment,Labor Turnover,Leadership,Financial Support

Interdisciplinarity has become the model of scholarly inquiry generally espoused by many who seek federal research funding. Interdisciplinary research centers pose challenges to academic settings and to investigators. In a conference of directors of diverse research centers at a single research university we found that the challenges facing centers and their universities fell into three major categories: fiscal sustainability, recruiting and retaining faculty, and leadership sustainability. These challenges are discussed, and institutional recommendations are proposed to address these challenges. (Contains 1 table.)
Why Academics Have a Hard Time Writing Good Grant Proposals
Author: Porter, Robert
Date: 2007-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Academic Discourse,Faculty Publishing,Writing for Publication,Proposal Writing,Comparative Analysis,Writing Skills,Researchers,Grants,Writing Strategies,Communication (Thought Transfer),Research Design,Peer Evaluation,Time Management

When they are new to the grant game, even scholars with fine publishing records can struggle with proposal writing. Many are surprised to find that the writing style that made them successful as academics is not well suited to crafting a winning proposal. To succeed at grant writing, most researchers need to learn a new set of writing skills. This paper discusses the contrasting perspectives of academic prose versus grant writing, and lists strategies grant specialists can use to help researchers break old habits and replace them with techniques better suited to the world of competitive grant proposals. (Contains 1 table.)
Internal Grant Competitions: A New Opportunity for Research Officers to Build Institutional Funding Portfolios
Author: Balaji, Rengarajan V.
Date: 2007-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Grants,Competition,Medicine,Research Proposals,Peer Evaluation,Mentors,Time Management,Learning Experience,Financial Support

The Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2005 created an innovative competitive grant program aimed at stimulating faculty to submit more and better NIH research proposals, thereby increasing the probability of success. In this internal competition, three experienced external reviewers critique each proposal and assign a priority score, mirroring the NIH review process. An internal panel then selects the two to three best proposals to receive $20,000 awards, contingent upon submission to NIH of a revised proposal that incorporates the comments and suggestions of the reviewers. Thus, the awardees receive additional resources to move their project forward. Moreover, all participants benefit from the constructive reviews, the &quot;free&quot; review cycle (in addition to the NIH &quot;three-strike&quot; system), and the excellent learning experience in grant preparation, revision and submission of competitive proposals. Academic researchers and administrators, particularly at smaller, less research-intensive institutions, today face a challenging environment with increased competition for a limited funding pool. Under such circumstances, an internal grant development program may be a great avenue for mentoring and education for faculty, and also serve as a cost-effective investment for research officers to increase external research funding as well as enhance the research skills of faculty. (Contains 2 figures.)
Application of Standard Project Management Tools to Research--A Case Study from a Multi-National Clinical Trial
Author: Gist, Peter
Date: 2007-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Program Administration,Methods,Research Administration,Cost Effectiveness,Medical Research,Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS),Pharmacology,Microbiology,Case Studies,Foreign Countries

PRINCE2, which stands for Projects in Controlled Environments, is a project management method covering the organisation, management, and control of projects and is widely used in both government and commercial IT and building projects in the UK. This paper describes the application of PRINCE2 to the management of large clinical trials (specifically, of a Phase III trial of a candidate microbicide to prevent vaginally acquired HIV infection). It reviews the challenge of ensuring that the project management tools add value to the project overall and are not perceived as an overly administrative burden. It reviews the requirement for high level summary reports for use by an executive committee and funding bodies, highlighting the reasons for taking this approach--in particular, not only to manage the science, but to link expenditure to activities at geographically separate trial sites and to key performance indicators, and to provide tools for monitoring risks and possible re-alignment of budgets to reflect changing activities and outputs by collaborators. The paper considers the wider costs and benefits to researchers and funders of taking this approach and explores implications for research administrators and managers at institutions involved in large, complex collaborative research projects, whether clinical or not. (Contains 3 tables and 2 figures.)
Customer-Supplier Roles and Relationships in the Management of Research Projects
Author: Carter, Ian M.
Date: 2007-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Research Administration,Role,Relationship,Administrator Role,Contracts,Grants,Researchers,Universities,Financial Support,Research Reports

Recognising the existence of customer-supplier roles and relationships in the performance  of research can lead to an improvement in the management, and hence delivery, of research. Research, especially university-based research, is often managed with a light touch, with the researchers operating independently, and neither their institution nor their funder intervening to a great extent. Whilst this has significant advantages, the explicit understanding and execution of specific roles will enhance the research performance for both those undertaking research and those using its results. This paper presents a simple matrix to help explore the customer-supplier relationship, and to identify some key activities of each during different stages of the research process. Three stages are identified, relating to the commissioning and winning of funding, undertaking the research, and reporting and using the results. Each of these provides a focus for a set of roles, which might be the responsibility of different individuals or organisations. The role of the research administrator in this model is also explored, to show how it is an integral part. (Contains 2 tables and 5 footnotes.)