X-Ray Microtomography of A Sulphide Rich Pallasite

The application of X-ray microtomography to the sulphide rich main group pallasite Hambleton is dicussed as an attempt to further understand pallasite genesis. X-ray microtomography is an under utilized technique for the study of diverse samples such as pallasites. The three-dimensional textures observed in Hambleton may be explained by introduction of a large sulphide volume under pressure into a metal-olivine mixture with metal approaching solidus temperature

Developing a draft learning progression framework for ESOL in New Zealand schools

Early in 2003 we were commissioned to produce a draft Learning Progression Framework (LPF) for ESOL in the New Zealand curriculum. The draft Framework was completed in June 2003 and entered the consultation round. In producing the draft Framework, we had to address a range of issues. Some these related to user expectations. Others concerned the relationship between the draft Framework and documents such as English in the New Zealand Curriculum, existing curriculum documents relating to other languages, and ESOL frameworks available in other countries. These issues proved to be critical. This paper explores some of these issues and introduces the draft Framework

Parenting Group for Externalizing Youth with Side Benefits for Parents

Abstract Background/Purpose: Mental health problems in the form of externalizing behaviors in children continues to climb. The financial burden, along and increased risks of long-term adverse effects, are a critical area that are improved with interventions such as parent management training (PMT). PMT is an evidence-based treatment for disruptive and externalizing child behaviors. Even brief interventions can improve parents’ perceptions of challenging behavior and benefit parental well-being through stress reduction and self-efficacy. Purpose: To provide PMT concepts through a group format and improve parental perceptions of externalizing behaviors and stress reduction. Methods: Provide a six-session parent group with discussion, video, and role-play. Pre-intervention and Post-intervention data from the Eyberg Child Behavior Inventory (ECBI) and Parent Stress Inventory (PSI-4-SF) were compared to evaluate outcomes. Results: Total number of participants was three. Five out of six sessions were attended by 66% of the participants. The intensity and perception of the externalizing behaviors went down in two-thirds of the participants, but parental stress increased in all of the participants. Conclusions: The novel coronavirus pandemic impacted recruitment and fatigue in the use online platforms for groups. Brief PMT interventions are beneficial in community settings. Quality improvement in this area reduces financial strains, improves externalizing behaviors, and may reduce parental stress overtime as a sleeper effect. Keywords: parent management training, externalizing behavior, behavior problem, and behavior difficultie

The Role-Based Performance Scale: Validity Analysis of a Theory-Based Measure

This study introduces a theory-based measure of employee performance (Role Based Performance Scale, RBPS) that is supported with results from a validation study using 10 data sets from six companies. In contrast to traditional, job-related measures of employee performance, we propose an alternative measure of performance based on role theory and identity theory. Because our results support the validity of the scale, we think that the instrument can be used for future research that requires a generalizable measure of performance. The scale demonstrates diagnostic properties that make it useful for practitioners as well as researchers

Review of \u3cem\u3eStarting at Home: Caring and Social Policy.\u3c/em\u3e Nel Noddings. Reviewed by Diane M. Johnson.

Book review of Nel Noddings, Starting at Home: Caring and Social Policy. Berkeley, CA: University of California Press, 2002. $35.00 hardcover,$19.95 papercover