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The effects of viewpoint on the virtual space of pictures
Pictorial displays whose primary purpose is to convey accurate information about the 3-D spatial layout of an environment are discussed. How and how well, pictures can convey such information is discussed. It is suggested that picture perception is not best approached as a unitary, indivisible process. Rather, it is a complex process depending on multiple, partially redundant, interacting sources of visual information for both the real surface of the picture and the virtual space beyond. Each picture must be assessed for the particular information that it makes available. This will determine how accurately the virtual space represented by the picture is seen, as well as how it is distorted when seen from the wrong viewpoint
Educational Psychologists as Scientist Practitioners: A Critical Synthesis of Existing Professional Frameworks by a Consciously Incompetent Trainee
Several professional frameworks have been developed that provide mechanisms to support the application of psychology to problem-solving; thus facilitating the role of educational psychologists as scientistâpractitioners. Furthermore, existing frameworks do not have to be viewed in isolation and can be integrated to demonstrate effective and defensible professional standards (Kelly & Marks Woolfson, 2017). This paper is a reflection on practice written by a third-year trainee from Manchester University. It aims to critique five existing frameworks, through casework analysis, and critically synthesise findings to produce a personalised framework based on âwhat worksâ. A theoretical model, âThe Model of Dynamic Epistemologyâ (MODE) and a framework to support the application of MODE has been suggested. The paper concludes that an effective professional framework must emphasise positive relationships and shared understanding while maintaining scientific rigour. Finally, limitations have been outlined and future action research into the effect of MODE recommended.
Several professional frameworks have been developed that provide mechanisms to support the application of psychology to problem-solving; thus facilitating the role of educational psychologists as scientistâpractitioners. Furthermore, existing frameworks do not have to be viewed in isolation and can be integrated to demonstrate effective and defensible professional standards (Kelly & Marks Woolfson, 2017). This paper is a reflection on practice written by a third-year trainee from Manchester University. It aims to critique five existing frameworks, through casework analysis, and critically synthesise findings to produce a personalised framework based on âwhat worksâ. A theoretical model, âThe Model of Dynamic Epistemologyâ (MODE) and a framework to support the application of MODE has been suggested. The paper concludes that an effective professional framework must emphasise positive relationships and shared understanding while maintaining scientific rigour. Finally, limitations have been outlined and future action research into the effect of MODE recommended
Educational Psychology and the Dissemination of Evidence to Professional Practice
The purpose of this reflective practice paper is twofold: firstly, to review the concepts of evidence-based practice (EBP) and practice-based evidence (PBE) within the discipline of educational psychology and, secondly, to consider how research evidence can be effectively disseminated to inform educational psychologistsâ (EPsâ) professional practice. The unique contribution that EPs can make to the evidence base is described before exploring the extent to which EPsâ general practice is based on the best available scientific evidence. Finally, a dissemination plan is outlined that includes a discussion regarding the critical role of Implementation Science (Blase et al., 2012). The paper concludes that, although sparse, the existing literature suggests EPs are not basing their practice on well-evidenced techniques. Also, effective dissemination must include Implementation Science if sustainable changes are to be made at an organisational level
Hydrogen reliquefiers for lunar storage systems
Reliquifier application to eliminate propellant boil off losses in space and lunar storage system
Hegelian Spirits in Sellarsian Bottles
Though Wilfrid Sellars portrayed himself as a latter-day Kantian, I argue
here that he was at least as much a Hegelian. Several themes Sellars shares with Hegel are investigated: the sociality and normativity of the intentional, categorial change, the rejection of the given, and especially their denial of an unknowable thing-in-itself. They are also united by an emphasis on the unity of thingsâthe belief that things do ââhang together.ââ Hegelâs unity is idealist; Sellarsâ is physicalist; the differences are substantial, but so are the resonances
Family-inclusive practice in a psychiatric intensive care unit
Aims and Method: The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence recommends involving the families of patients admitted to psychiatric hospital care, without specific guidance on how to do it. To improve family involvement in a National Health Service psychiatric intensive care unit, a relativesâ and carersâ clinic was set up. Fifty family members attended and completed questionnaires. Nine went on to take part in interviews, the results of which were analysed using thematic analysis.
Results: Families felt more informed and found the increased access to information useful. They felt that the process showed respect for them and their family member, and that their contribution was valued. Running throughout the interviews was the contrast with previous experiences; families reported feeling heard and understood and attributed this in part to timing and environment.
Clinical implications: The clinic was viewed positively by families and met the trustâs commitment to including carers, as well as national guidance which suggests it should be part of routine practice
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