Mark J. Macgowan
- Published in print:
- 2008
- Published Online:
- January 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780195183450
- eISBN:
- 9780199864935
- Item type:
- book
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195183450.001.0001
- Subject:
- Social Work, Research and Evaluation
This book illustrates, step by step, how to practice evidence-based group work. As group workers are increasingly being held accountable to evaluate, monitor, and improve their practice, there are ...
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This book illustrates, step by step, how to practice evidence-based group work. As group workers are increasingly being held accountable to evaluate, monitor, and improve their practice, there are scant resources available that apply specifically to their practice. The book is organized around the process and philosophy of evidence-based practice, and consists of the following four stages, which provides the framework for the book: how to formulate a practice question; search for evidence; critically appraise the evidence for its research merit, impact, and applicability; and apply the best available evidence and evaluate if desirable outcomes were achieved. The evidence-based group work framework teaches how to apply skillfully best practices through practical learning activities, case examples, research designs, step-by-step guidelines and checklists, assessment tips, and detailed instructions for formulating questions and evaluating answers.Less
This book illustrates, step by step, how to practice evidence-based group work. As group workers are increasingly being held accountable to evaluate, monitor, and improve their practice, there are scant resources available that apply specifically to their practice. The book is organized around the process and philosophy of evidence-based practice, and consists of the following four stages, which provides the framework for the book: how to formulate a practice question; search for evidence; critically appraise the evidence for its research merit, impact, and applicability; and apply the best available evidence and evaluate if desirable outcomes were achieved. The evidence-based group work framework teaches how to apply skillfully best practices through practical learning activities, case examples, research designs, step-by-step guidelines and checklists, assessment tips, and detailed instructions for formulating questions and evaluating answers.
Kathleen Coulborn Faller
- Published in print:
- 2007
- Published Online:
- January 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780195311778
- eISBN:
- 9780199865055
- Item type:
- book
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195311778.001.0001
- Subject:
- Social Work, Children and Families, Crime and Justice
Interviewing children who may have been sexually abused is a daunting task fraught with far-reaching consequences for the children, families, institutions, and professionals involved. With no room ...
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Interviewing children who may have been sexually abused is a daunting task fraught with far-reaching consequences for the children, families, institutions, and professionals involved. With no room for error, forensic and clinical interviewers must navigate the complex and often contradictory evidence that informs their decision making. This book critically analyzes the research on assessing child sexual abuse. Noting that issues such as memory and suggestibility, questioning techniques, the use of media, and false allegations remain hotly contested, the chapters advise on applying available research to professional judgment while drawing also on best practice guidelines and conceptual, clinical, and consensus-based writings. The book covers the entire interview process, showing professionals how to structure, document, and follow up on children’s responses in interviews; work with children who are very young, have special needs, or come from diverse backgrounds; use standardized tests and measures; formulate conclusions about sexual abuse; and defend those decisions in a courtroom or clinical setting.Less
Interviewing children who may have been sexually abused is a daunting task fraught with far-reaching consequences for the children, families, institutions, and professionals involved. With no room for error, forensic and clinical interviewers must navigate the complex and often contradictory evidence that informs their decision making. This book critically analyzes the research on assessing child sexual abuse. Noting that issues such as memory and suggestibility, questioning techniques, the use of media, and false allegations remain hotly contested, the chapters advise on applying available research to professional judgment while drawing also on best practice guidelines and conceptual, clinical, and consensus-based writings. The book covers the entire interview process, showing professionals how to structure, document, and follow up on children’s responses in interviews; work with children who are very young, have special needs, or come from diverse backgrounds; use standardized tests and measures; formulate conclusions about sexual abuse; and defend those decisions in a courtroom or clinical setting.
John Child, David Faulkner, and Robert Pitkethly
- Published in print:
- 2003
- Published Online:
- September 2007
- ISBN:
- 9780199267101
- eISBN:
- 9780191716706
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780199267101.003.0004
- Subject:
- Business and Management, International Business
This chapter reviews the theoretical background on the debate over the significance of national management practices as opposed to international norms of practice shaped by global forces transcending ...
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This chapter reviews the theoretical background on the debate over the significance of national management practices as opposed to international norms of practice shaped by global forces transcending national boundaries. One set of influential perspectives stresses the formative influence of universal forces now at work in the global economy, whereas another grants explanatory primacy to national factors. These are discussed including issues of economic universalism, technology, psychological universalism, transnational effects, high context perspectives, cultural theory, institutional theory, and national effects. The issues raised by these different perspectives are central to the question of whether acquisitions by companies of different nationalities are likely to bring in respectively different management practices, rather than similar practices that reflect a growing convergence onto international ‘best practice’. The chapter juxtaposes the two possibilities of a universal ‘acquisition effect’ on the one hand, and a ‘transfer of foreign practice effect’ on the other.Less
This chapter reviews the theoretical background on the debate over the significance of national management practices as opposed to international norms of practice shaped by global forces transcending national boundaries. One set of influential perspectives stresses the formative influence of universal forces now at work in the global economy, whereas another grants explanatory primacy to national factors. These are discussed including issues of economic universalism, technology, psychological universalism, transnational effects, high context perspectives, cultural theory, institutional theory, and national effects. The issues raised by these different perspectives are central to the question of whether acquisitions by companies of different nationalities are likely to bring in respectively different management practices, rather than similar practices that reflect a growing convergence onto international ‘best practice’. The chapter juxtaposes the two possibilities of a universal ‘acquisition effect’ on the one hand, and a ‘transfer of foreign practice effect’ on the other.
Natasha K. Bowen and Shenyang Guo
- Published in print:
- 2011
- Published Online:
- January 2012
- ISBN:
- 9780195367621
- eISBN:
- 9780199918256
- Item type:
- book
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195367621.001.0001
- Subject:
- Social Work, Research and Evaluation
Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) has long been used in social work research, but the writing on the topic is typically fragmented and highly technical. The chapters demonstrate two SEM programs ...
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Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) has long been used in social work research, but the writing on the topic is typically fragmented and highly technical. The chapters demonstrate two SEM programs with distinct user interfaces and capabilities (Amos and Mplus) with enough specificity that readers can conduct their own analyses without consulting additional resources. Examples from social work literature highlight best practices for the specification, estimation, interpretation, and modification of structural equation models. Unlike most sources on SEM, this book provides clear guidelines on how to evaluate SEM output and how to proceed when model fit is not acceptable. Oftentimes, confirmatory factor analysis and general structure modeling are the most flexible, powerful, and appropriate choices for social work data.Less
Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) has long been used in social work research, but the writing on the topic is typically fragmented and highly technical. The chapters demonstrate two SEM programs with distinct user interfaces and capabilities (Amos and Mplus) with enough specificity that readers can conduct their own analyses without consulting additional resources. Examples from social work literature highlight best practices for the specification, estimation, interpretation, and modification of structural equation models. Unlike most sources on SEM, this book provides clear guidelines on how to evaluate SEM output and how to proceed when model fit is not acceptable. Oftentimes, confirmatory factor analysis and general structure modeling are the most flexible, powerful, and appropriate choices for social work data.
Elaine Howard Ecklund
- Published in print:
- 2010
- Published Online:
- May 2010
- ISBN:
- 9780195392982
- eISBN:
- 9780199777105
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195392982.003.0008
- Subject:
- Religion, Religion and Society
In this chapter, Ecklund moves beyond classrooms and universities to explore how scientists see themselves addressing religion-science controversies in their interactions with the rest of the U.S. ...
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In this chapter, Ecklund moves beyond classrooms and universities to explore how scientists see themselves addressing religion-science controversies in their interactions with the rest of the U.S. populace. Ecklund synthesizes the voices of scientists themselves as they comment on their roles in shaping public understanding of the relationship between science and religion. If dialogue is the goal, she argues, scientists first need to develop a more intricate language and set of frameworks for religion and for the relationship between religion and science—regardless of whether they personally identify with a religious tradition. Ecklund examines both the impediments to scientists actively engaging the public at possible science-religion intersections and sheds light on some of the best practices in which individual scientists are already engaged.Less
In this chapter, Ecklund moves beyond classrooms and universities to explore how scientists see themselves addressing religion-science controversies in their interactions with the rest of the U.S. populace. Ecklund synthesizes the voices of scientists themselves as they comment on their roles in shaping public understanding of the relationship between science and religion. If dialogue is the goal, she argues, scientists first need to develop a more intricate language and set of frameworks for religion and for the relationship between religion and science—regardless of whether they personally identify with a religious tradition. Ecklund examines both the impediments to scientists actively engaging the public at possible science-religion intersections and sheds light on some of the best practices in which individual scientists are already engaged.
John Child, David Faulkner, and Robert Pitkethly
- Published in print:
- 2003
- Published Online:
- September 2007
- ISBN:
- 9780199267101
- eISBN:
- 9780191716706
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780199267101.003.0010
- Subject:
- Business and Management, International Business
This chapter describes the change processes adopted by acquiring companies and assesses their effectiveness in bringing about improved performance from the acquired subsidiaries. It notes that the ...
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This chapter describes the change processes adopted by acquiring companies and assesses their effectiveness in bringing about improved performance from the acquired subsidiaries. It notes that the acquirers’ nationality is not necessarily the prime influence on their actions. The circumstances surrounding the purchase are also significant; for example, whether or not the company is incurring losses at the time of purchase. US acquirers were the most experienced and most likely to buy and integrate profitable companies positively. Japanese acquirers were the least experienced and bought loss-making companies for strategic reasons, turning them around through a low key cooperative approach. The French exercised strategic control but delegated considerable operational control to their subsidiaries. German companies were relatively unsuccessful in turning around loss-making acquisitions. All except the Americans tended to take a long-term strategic view of their acquisitions. There was no clear ‘best practice’ in achieving post-acquisition change.Less
This chapter describes the change processes adopted by acquiring companies and assesses their effectiveness in bringing about improved performance from the acquired subsidiaries. It notes that the acquirers’ nationality is not necessarily the prime influence on their actions. The circumstances surrounding the purchase are also significant; for example, whether or not the company is incurring losses at the time of purchase. US acquirers were the most experienced and most likely to buy and integrate profitable companies positively. Japanese acquirers were the least experienced and bought loss-making companies for strategic reasons, turning them around through a low key cooperative approach. The French exercised strategic control but delegated considerable operational control to their subsidiaries. German companies were relatively unsuccessful in turning around loss-making acquisitions. All except the Americans tended to take a long-term strategic view of their acquisitions. There was no clear ‘best practice’ in achieving post-acquisition change.
Ann Nichols-Casebolt
- Published in print:
- 2012
- Published Online:
- May 2012
- ISBN:
- 9780195378108
- eISBN:
- 9780199932634
- Item type:
- book
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195378108.001.0001
- Subject:
- Social Work, Research and Evaluation
Research Integrity and Responsible Conduct of Research is designed to assist social work researchers and other social scientists as they consider what it means to uphold the highest ...
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Research Integrity and Responsible Conduct of Research is designed to assist social work researchers and other social scientists as they consider what it means to uphold the highest ethical standards in their research. As the social work profession increasingly emphasizes scholarship and research, the education and training of faculty and students in the responsible conduct of research (RCR) becomes imperative. Research Integrity and Responsible Conduct of Research supports this imperative by providing practical considerations, recommendations and tools in the ethical and responsible practice of social work research. The topics in the book cover what have been identified by the U.S. Office of Research Integrity as the core instructional areas central to RCR. These core areas include: data acquisition, management, sharing and ownership; conflict of interest and commitment; subjects’ protection; research misconduct; publication practices and responsible authorship; mentor and mentee responsibilities; peer review; and collaborative science. A key feature of the book is its attention to identifying specific issues within each of the core areas that are particularly relevant for social work and social science researchers. For example, the chapter on collaborative science discusses issues related to community-based research, and the chapter on subjects’ protection discusses common IRB issues with social behavioral protocols such as doing research “on” students. Case studies designed to enhance critical thinking skills related to handling ethical dilemmas confronted by social scientists in the practice of research are also included. Drawing on research, curriculum models and identified best practices that have been primarily developed for biomedical researchers, the book presents practical strategies for educating and promoting RCR among social scientists.Less
Research Integrity and Responsible Conduct of Research is designed to assist social work researchers and other social scientists as they consider what it means to uphold the highest ethical standards in their research. As the social work profession increasingly emphasizes scholarship and research, the education and training of faculty and students in the responsible conduct of research (RCR) becomes imperative. Research Integrity and Responsible Conduct of Research supports this imperative by providing practical considerations, recommendations and tools in the ethical and responsible practice of social work research. The topics in the book cover what have been identified by the U.S. Office of Research Integrity as the core instructional areas central to RCR. These core areas include: data acquisition, management, sharing and ownership; conflict of interest and commitment; subjects’ protection; research misconduct; publication practices and responsible authorship; mentor and mentee responsibilities; peer review; and collaborative science. A key feature of the book is its attention to identifying specific issues within each of the core areas that are particularly relevant for social work and social science researchers. For example, the chapter on collaborative science discusses issues related to community-based research, and the chapter on subjects’ protection discusses common IRB issues with social behavioral protocols such as doing research “on” students. Case studies designed to enhance critical thinking skills related to handling ethical dilemmas confronted by social scientists in the practice of research are also included. Drawing on research, curriculum models and identified best practices that have been primarily developed for biomedical researchers, the book presents practical strategies for educating and promoting RCR among social scientists.
Mark A. Pollack
- Published in print:
- 2000
- Published Online:
- November 2003
- ISBN:
- 9780198296409
- eISBN:
- 9780191599989
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/0198296401.003.0014
- Subject:
- Political Science, European Union
The EU's founding Treaties have been characterized by political contestation along two dimensions: a centre‐periphery dimension in which centralization to Brussels is opposed to national sovereignty, ...
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The EU's founding Treaties have been characterized by political contestation along two dimensions: a centre‐periphery dimension in which centralization to Brussels is opposed to national sovereignty, and a left‐right dimension pitting a center‐right project of market liberalization against a center‐left project of ‘regulated capitalism’. From the Treaty of Rome through the Maastricht Treaty, the fundamental thrust of the treaties has been neoliberal, focusing on the creation of a unified European marketplace, while side agreements have secured some elements of the regulated capitalism project. In this context, the Treaty of Amsterdam represents an outlier: a Treaty that addresses the central concerns of the regulated capitalism model (e.g. employment, social policy, and the environment), but does so primarily through new regulatory instruments and comparison of best practices rather than binding EU regulations. For good or ill, this ‘Blairite Treaty’ reflects the ‘Third Way’ governing philosophy of British Prime Minister Tony Blair.Less
The EU's founding Treaties have been characterized by political contestation along two dimensions: a centre‐periphery dimension in which centralization to Brussels is opposed to national sovereignty, and a left‐right dimension pitting a center‐right project of market liberalization against a center‐left project of ‘regulated capitalism’. From the Treaty of Rome through the Maastricht Treaty, the fundamental thrust of the treaties has been neoliberal, focusing on the creation of a unified European marketplace, while side agreements have secured some elements of the regulated capitalism project. In this context, the Treaty of Amsterdam represents an outlier: a Treaty that addresses the central concerns of the regulated capitalism model (e.g. employment, social policy, and the environment), but does so primarily through new regulatory instruments and comparison of best practices rather than binding EU regulations. For good or ill, this ‘Blairite Treaty’ reflects the ‘Third Way’ governing philosophy of British Prime Minister Tony Blair.
Adrian Cadbury
- Published in print:
- 2002
- Published Online:
- September 2011
- ISBN:
- 9780199252008
- eISBN:
- 9780191698088
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780199252008.003.0002
- Subject:
- Business and Management, Corporate Governance and Accountability, Strategy
The report of the Committee on the Financial Aspects of Corporate Governance with its Code of Best Practice was published in December 1992. The report included recommendations to investors, ...
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The report of the Committee on the Financial Aspects of Corporate Governance with its Code of Best Practice was published in December 1992. The report included recommendations to investors, accountants, and auditors, but at its heart was the Code of Best Practice, which was directed to the boards of all listed companies registered in the UK. This chapter deals primarily with the consequences of the development of governance codes for the chairmen and boards of UK listed companies.Less
The report of the Committee on the Financial Aspects of Corporate Governance with its Code of Best Practice was published in December 1992. The report included recommendations to investors, accountants, and auditors, but at its heart was the Code of Best Practice, which was directed to the boards of all listed companies registered in the UK. This chapter deals primarily with the consequences of the development of governance codes for the chairmen and boards of UK listed companies.
Graciana del Castillo
- Published in print:
- 2008
- Published Online:
- January 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780199237739
- eISBN:
- 9780191717239
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780199237739.003.0012
- Subject:
- Economics and Finance, Development, Growth, and Environmental, International
The objective of Chapters 11-15 is to facilitate preparation of a strategy for post-conflict economic reconstruction by including activities and policy guidelines that governments could adopt to ...
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The objective of Chapters 11-15 is to facilitate preparation of a strategy for post-conflict economic reconstruction by including activities and policy guidelines that governments could adopt to maximize chances of success. Policymakers will be constantly opting among different policy options and need to be well informed about them. Lessons from the different case studies are presented in relation to different aspects of the strategy, and best practices are discerned, many of which are not so under normal development. This chapter discusses the basic assumptions and premises and the ‘11 c's’ that are critical for effective reconstruction; the political and security constraints; the need for a realistic assessment of economic and social conditions; the need to build support and consensus for reconstruction, build local capacity, and minimize distortions. It also discusses issues relating to sovereign decisions and ‘ownership’, national logistics and planning; the pace and sequence of reform; and property rights.Less
The objective of Chapters 11-15 is to facilitate preparation of a strategy for post-conflict economic reconstruction by including activities and policy guidelines that governments could adopt to maximize chances of success. Policymakers will be constantly opting among different policy options and need to be well informed about them. Lessons from the different case studies are presented in relation to different aspects of the strategy, and best practices are discerned, many of which are not so under normal development. This chapter discusses the basic assumptions and premises and the ‘11 c's’ that are critical for effective reconstruction; the political and security constraints; the need for a realistic assessment of economic and social conditions; the need to build support and consensus for reconstruction, build local capacity, and minimize distortions. It also discusses issues relating to sovereign decisions and ‘ownership’, national logistics and planning; the pace and sequence of reform; and property rights.
William H. Boothby
- Published in print:
- 2009
- Published Online:
- May 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780199569946
- eISBN:
- 9780191705250
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780199569946.003.0017
- Subject:
- Law, Public International Law
A major modern concern with armed conflict concerns the dangers posed by unexploded and abandoned munitions left on the former battlefield to civilians, particularly children. This chapter states and ...
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A major modern concern with armed conflict concerns the dangers posed by unexploded and abandoned munitions left on the former battlefield to civilians, particularly children. This chapter states and discusses the meaning and significance of Protocol V to CWC, which is the only international law treaty exclusively devoted to addressing these dangers. The scope of application of the Protocol, the definitions it contains; the obligations to clear, remove, and destroy; to record, retain, and transmit relevant information; to take other precautions, to protect humanitarian missions, to provide co-operation and assistance, and to take generic preventative measures are all clearly stated. The distinction between the legally binding part of the treaty and the guidance in its annex that constitutes voluntary best practice is explained, and the voluntary best practice annex is reproduced as an annex to the chapter.Less
A major modern concern with armed conflict concerns the dangers posed by unexploded and abandoned munitions left on the former battlefield to civilians, particularly children. This chapter states and discusses the meaning and significance of Protocol V to CWC, which is the only international law treaty exclusively devoted to addressing these dangers. The scope of application of the Protocol, the definitions it contains; the obligations to clear, remove, and destroy; to record, retain, and transmit relevant information; to take other precautions, to protect humanitarian missions, to provide co-operation and assistance, and to take generic preventative measures are all clearly stated. The distinction between the legally binding part of the treaty and the guidance in its annex that constitutes voluntary best practice is explained, and the voluntary best practice annex is reproduced as an annex to the chapter.
Dean O. Smith
- Published in print:
- 2011
- Published Online:
- September 2011
- ISBN:
- 9780199793259
- eISBN:
- 9780199896813
- Item type:
- book
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780199793259.001.0001
- Subject:
- Economics and Finance, Economic Systems
This book provides a comprehensive background and discussion of all major topics encountered routinely in managing the academic research enterprise. In a sense, it serves as a surrogate mentor with ...
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This book provides a comprehensive background and discussion of all major topics encountered routinely in managing the academic research enterprise. In a sense, it serves as a surrogate mentor with advice and guidance on best practices that set professional standards for academic research leadership. Personnel management sets the framework for effective administration. The book concentrates on clearly defined reporting lines that effectively couple responsibility and authority. Moreover, it stresses the practical need and legal requirements for proper training in assigned areas of responsibility. The financial aspects of academic research are analyzed from an accounting perspective, with an emphasis on sponsored research administration. Methods for increasing research funding supplement this analysis. These include federal and corporate grants and contracts, gifts, and income from university-owned intellectual property. Investment comprises a major element of research administration. How can administrators maximize returns from public, private, and institutional resources invested in the academic research enterprise? This recurrent theme weaves through nearly all chapters in the book. Attention centers primarily on creating an environment that inspires researchers to increase productivity. To protect public health and national security and to ensure proper accountability for its investment in academic research, the federal government has promulgated myriad rules and regulations. Thus, the book examines the ethical basis and rationale for various regulations to provide a pragmatic understanding of regulatory compliance. The book concludes by exploring methods of assessment and evaluation of research performance at an institutional and personal level.Less
This book provides a comprehensive background and discussion of all major topics encountered routinely in managing the academic research enterprise. In a sense, it serves as a surrogate mentor with advice and guidance on best practices that set professional standards for academic research leadership. Personnel management sets the framework for effective administration. The book concentrates on clearly defined reporting lines that effectively couple responsibility and authority. Moreover, it stresses the practical need and legal requirements for proper training in assigned areas of responsibility. The financial aspects of academic research are analyzed from an accounting perspective, with an emphasis on sponsored research administration. Methods for increasing research funding supplement this analysis. These include federal and corporate grants and contracts, gifts, and income from university-owned intellectual property. Investment comprises a major element of research administration. How can administrators maximize returns from public, private, and institutional resources invested in the academic research enterprise? This recurrent theme weaves through nearly all chapters in the book. Attention centers primarily on creating an environment that inspires researchers to increase productivity. To protect public health and national security and to ensure proper accountability for its investment in academic research, the federal government has promulgated myriad rules and regulations. Thus, the book examines the ethical basis and rationale for various regulations to provide a pragmatic understanding of regulatory compliance. The book concludes by exploring methods of assessment and evaluation of research performance at an institutional and personal level.
John URE (ed.)
- Published in print:
- 2008
- Published Online:
- September 2011
- ISBN:
- 9789622099029
- eISBN:
- 9789882207486
- Item type:
- book
- Publisher:
- Hong Kong University Press
- DOI:
- 10.5790/hongkong/9789622099029.001.0001
- Subject:
- Economics and Finance, South and East Asia
This book is an analysis of the policies adopted throughout the Asia Pacific region that have led to an explosive growth of the telecommunications sector. Part one reviews global best practices ...
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This book is an analysis of the policies adopted throughout the Asia Pacific region that have led to an explosive growth of the telecommunications sector. Part one reviews global best practices across a range of key issues while part two examines markets across the region.Less
This book is an analysis of the policies adopted throughout the Asia Pacific region that have led to an explosive growth of the telecommunications sector. Part one reviews global best practices across a range of key issues while part two examines markets across the region.
Denise E. Bronson and Tamara S. Davis
- Published in print:
- 2011
- Published Online:
- January 2012
- ISBN:
- 9780195337365
- eISBN:
- 9780199918201
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195337365.003.0008
- Subject:
- Social Work, Research and Evaluation
The importance of systematic reviews to support evidence-based practice in social work is stressed and the related concepts and definitions of terms are presented. The steps for completing a ...
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The importance of systematic reviews to support evidence-based practice in social work is stressed and the related concepts and definitions of terms are presented. The steps for completing a systematic review are described together with the value of systematic reviews for social work practice, policy and future research. The chapter concludes with an overview of the book’s organization around three of the key steps needed to complete a systematic review – identifying, retrieving, and critically appraising intervention research.Less
The importance of systematic reviews to support evidence-based practice in social work is stressed and the related concepts and definitions of terms are presented. The steps for completing a systematic review are described together with the value of systematic reviews for social work practice, policy and future research. The chapter concludes with an overview of the book’s organization around three of the key steps needed to complete a systematic review – identifying, retrieving, and critically appraising intervention research.
Alyson Warhurst and Kevin Franklin
- Published in print:
- 2001
- Published Online:
- November 2003
- ISBN:
- 9780195125788
- eISBN:
- 9780199832927
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/0195125789.003.0012
- Subject:
- Economics and Finance, Development, Growth, and Environmental
This chapter discusses the effects of minerals development on biodiversity; land use and fragmentation; pollution resulting from mining operations; managing biological resources in minerals ...
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This chapter discusses the effects of minerals development on biodiversity; land use and fragmentation; pollution resulting from mining operations; managing biological resources in minerals development; emerging best practices; exploration; innovation for remediation and reuse throughout the mine operation; rehabilitation and decommissioning; national legislation; corporate social responsibility within the minerals sector; and the future challenges of minerals extraction and development.Less
This chapter discusses the effects of minerals development on biodiversity; land use and fragmentation; pollution resulting from mining operations; managing biological resources in minerals development; emerging best practices; exploration; innovation for remediation and reuse throughout the mine operation; rehabilitation and decommissioning; national legislation; corporate social responsibility within the minerals sector; and the future challenges of minerals extraction and development.
Ian A. Bowles and Glenn T. Prickett (eds)
- Published in print:
- 2001
- Published Online:
- November 2003
- ISBN:
- 9780195125788
- eISBN:
- 9780199832927
- Item type:
- book
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/0195125789.001.0001
- Subject:
- Economics and Finance, Development, Growth, and Environmental
Over the past several decades, tropical rain forests have seen a tremendous growth in logging, mining, and oil and gas development. These extractive industries, as well as the infrastructure ...
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Over the past several decades, tropical rain forests have seen a tremendous growth in logging, mining, and oil and gas development. These extractive industries, as well as the infrastructure associated with them – roads, pipelines, and transmission lines – have had a significant environmental impact worldwide and often conflict with the growing concern for conservation of tropical biodiversity. Even though extractive industries are threatening the last undisturbed tropical ecosystems of the planet, developing countries in these regions rely heavily on revenue generated from resource extraction, and development of delicate ecosystems will continue in spite of its controversial nature. This book examines the technical, environmental, social, and legal issues related to the development of modern infrastructure and resource extraction in tropical forests. Through a variety of case studies, this volume examines the environmental practices of natural resource companies and biodiversity‐conservation agencies.Less
Over the past several decades, tropical rain forests have seen a tremendous growth in logging, mining, and oil and gas development. These extractive industries, as well as the infrastructure associated with them – roads, pipelines, and transmission lines – have had a significant environmental impact worldwide and often conflict with the growing concern for conservation of tropical biodiversity. Even though extractive industries are threatening the last undisturbed tropical ecosystems of the planet, developing countries in these regions rely heavily on revenue generated from resource extraction, and development of delicate ecosystems will continue in spite of its controversial nature. This book examines the technical, environmental, social, and legal issues related to the development of modern infrastructure and resource extraction in tropical forests. Through a variety of case studies, this volume examines the environmental practices of natural resource companies and biodiversity‐conservation agencies.
Jeane W. Anastas
- Published in print:
- 2012
- Published Online:
- May 2012
- ISBN:
- 9780195378061
- eISBN:
- 9780199932740
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195378061.003.0041
- Subject:
- Social Work, Research and Evaluation
Clearly, more discussion of the purposes of doctoral education in social work is needed, because the social science model that is now dominant is not attracting enough students, perhaps because of a ...
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Clearly, more discussion of the purposes of doctoral education in social work is needed, because the social science model that is now dominant is not attracting enough students, perhaps because of a perceived lack of relevance to practice and service delivery concerns. Other issues in recruitment to doctoral study are discussed, including the need for higher amounts and longer duration of financial aid. More doctoral students need to feel part of a community of scholars; a national organization of doctoral students might help. Best practices in doctoral education to reduce time to degree and enhance student productivity should be disseminated and adopted more widely in social work. Given the reemergence of interest in the “clinical doctorate” in social work, wide discussion that involves stakeholders within and beyond social work education is needed.Less
Clearly, more discussion of the purposes of doctoral education in social work is needed, because the social science model that is now dominant is not attracting enough students, perhaps because of a perceived lack of relevance to practice and service delivery concerns. Other issues in recruitment to doctoral study are discussed, including the need for higher amounts and longer duration of financial aid. More doctoral students need to feel part of a community of scholars; a national organization of doctoral students might help. Best practices in doctoral education to reduce time to degree and enhance student productivity should be disseminated and adopted more widely in social work. Given the reemergence of interest in the “clinical doctorate” in social work, wide discussion that involves stakeholders within and beyond social work education is needed.
David R. Dupper
- Published in print:
- 2008
- Published Online:
- April 2010
- ISBN:
- 9780195370577
- eISBN:
- 9780199893386
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195370577.003.0003
- Subject:
- Social Work, Children and Families
This chapter describes best practices in designing and establishing alternative education schools and programs for students who are at risk of dropping out of school as a result of truancy, poor ...
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This chapter describes best practices in designing and establishing alternative education schools and programs for students who are at risk of dropping out of school as a result of truancy, poor grades, disruptive behavior, pregnancy, repeated suspensions, or expulsions. Following a brief overview of the history of alternative education in the United States and two opposing models of alternative education, it discusses those best practices, based on empirical research, which are common across successful alternative education programs. It also discusses several obstacles or challenges that may arise in implementing these best practices and provides a series of steps to build a broad base of support for alternative education programs and services as well as to assist in overcoming or reducing obstacles and barriers. This is followed by a case illustration that shows how a number of the best practices discussed in this chapter have been used in an alternative school in Idaho. The chapter concludes with several important points to remember, and additional resources that can be used by school social workers and other student-service professionals interested in designing and establishing alternative education schools and programs.Less
This chapter describes best practices in designing and establishing alternative education schools and programs for students who are at risk of dropping out of school as a result of truancy, poor grades, disruptive behavior, pregnancy, repeated suspensions, or expulsions. Following a brief overview of the history of alternative education in the United States and two opposing models of alternative education, it discusses those best practices, based on empirical research, which are common across successful alternative education programs. It also discusses several obstacles or challenges that may arise in implementing these best practices and provides a series of steps to build a broad base of support for alternative education programs and services as well as to assist in overcoming or reducing obstacles and barriers. This is followed by a case illustration that shows how a number of the best practices discussed in this chapter have been used in an alternative school in Idaho. The chapter concludes with several important points to remember, and additional resources that can be used by school social workers and other student-service professionals interested in designing and establishing alternative education schools and programs.
Terence E. McDonnell
- Published in print:
- 2016
- Published Online:
- May 2017
- ISBN:
- 9780226382012
- eISBN:
- 9780226382296
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- University of Chicago Press
- DOI:
- 10.7208/chicago/9780226382296.003.0004
- Subject:
- Anthropology, African Cultural Anthropology
AIDS organizations do not have good measures of the outcomes they want to engender. Without compelling evidence that campaigns are working, organizations invested procedures that purport to make ...
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AIDS organizations do not have good measures of the outcomes they want to engender. Without compelling evidence that campaigns are working, organizations invested procedures that purport to make effective campaigns. These procedures, circulated by “best practice reports,” give designers tools to impose order on this complex cultural environment. Through a process of institutional isomorphism, AIDS organizations globally have converged around these best practices, which give organizations a measure of accountability and legitimacy to international donors. Designers on the ground appreciate this move to best practices like making evidence-based campaigns and securing the support of cultural stakeholders. Following best practices gives them confidence that they can to make the best possible campaign and faith that they can predictably shape how citizens understand and act in response to HIV. The global convergence around these best practices has negative consequences as they increase cultural entropy. Investing so heavily in the design process, with a commitment to making one perfect campaign, has left AIDS organizations open to blind spots. For instance, they mostly forego evaluation and miss the ways their campaigns are misinterpreted. By putting their eggs all in one basket, one widespread and unforeseen disruption undermines years of work.Less
AIDS organizations do not have good measures of the outcomes they want to engender. Without compelling evidence that campaigns are working, organizations invested procedures that purport to make effective campaigns. These procedures, circulated by “best practice reports,” give designers tools to impose order on this complex cultural environment. Through a process of institutional isomorphism, AIDS organizations globally have converged around these best practices, which give organizations a measure of accountability and legitimacy to international donors. Designers on the ground appreciate this move to best practices like making evidence-based campaigns and securing the support of cultural stakeholders. Following best practices gives them confidence that they can to make the best possible campaign and faith that they can predictably shape how citizens understand and act in response to HIV. The global convergence around these best practices has negative consequences as they increase cultural entropy. Investing so heavily in the design process, with a commitment to making one perfect campaign, has left AIDS organizations open to blind spots. For instance, they mostly forego evaluation and miss the ways their campaigns are misinterpreted. By putting their eggs all in one basket, one widespread and unforeseen disruption undermines years of work.
Mark Gstohl
- Published in print:
- 2011
- Published Online:
- January 2012
- ISBN:
- 9780199732869
- eISBN:
- 9780199918522
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780199732869.003.0011
- Subject:
- Religion, Religious Studies
This chapter treats relevant support structures for student and faculty engaged in Undergraduate Research, including the department, the institution, and the academy. It offers a cross-sectional ...
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This chapter treats relevant support structures for student and faculty engaged in Undergraduate Research, including the department, the institution, and the academy. It offers a cross-sectional summary of existing practices, discusses faculty and student needs, identifies Undergraduate Research as a significant form of teaching, and suggests some “best practices” used by institutions and departments in support of Undergraduate Research in Religious Studies.Less
This chapter treats relevant support structures for student and faculty engaged in Undergraduate Research, including the department, the institution, and the academy. It offers a cross-sectional summary of existing practices, discusses faculty and student needs, identifies Undergraduate Research as a significant form of teaching, and suggests some “best practices” used by institutions and departments in support of Undergraduate Research in Religious Studies.
