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Anthropology and Praxis: Theory in Action

Watson\u27s reflection stems from the challenge of conceptualizing the learning experience that originates the creation and development of this journal. The piece reflects prominently in the concept of Praxis as a generative concept that leads theory into action

The effect of the implicit theory of integrity on an internal auditor\u27s asessment of management fraud risk

The purpose of this research project is to determine whether the implicit theory of integrity, a theory from the social psychology literature that predicts how social judgments and decisions are made, can explain internal auditors’ decisions. The implicit theory (Dweck and Leggett 1988) states that there are two types of people: (1) entity theorists and (2) incremental theorists. Entity theorists form strong inferences from observed behavior that are used to predict future behavior. Incremental theorists, on the other hand, do not infer characteristics from behavior, and therefore, do not attempt to predict future behavior. In an internal auditing context, the implicit theory is applicable to an internal auditor’s assessment of management’s integrity. A quasi-experiment was used to assess the main effect of integrity cues (three levels of integrity between subjects) on an internal auditor\u27s assessed risk of management fraud based on a hypothetical case. The auditors’ implicit theory of integrity (interacted with the integrity cue) is also investigated. These tests offer some evidence in support of the main effect of the integrity cue on the fraud risk assessment, but no evidence is found in support of the interaction effect of the implicit theory

What If Grassroots Don’t Take Root?: Reflections on Cultivating Communities of Practice

Traditionally, communities of practice (CoPs) have been characterized as selfdirected, self-governing entities. In our experience, however, we have found that CoPs focused on teaching and learning in post-secondary institutions rarely lead themselves. In this piece, we reflect on our experiences leading CoPs as organizers and facilitators. We then draw on literature about CoP governance to consider the implications of having educational developers – and post-secondary institutions more broadly – take on influential roles in managing CoPs. To conclude, we pose questions to guide future research on how to cultivate healthy CoPs and healthy roles for the educational developers who support them

Replacement of dichloromethane within chromatographic purification : a guide to alternative solvents

Replacement of dichloromethane as the bulk medium within chromatographic purification has been evaluated with a broad range of molecules containing functionality common within Medicinal Chemistry programmes. Analysis of the data set has generated a set of general guidelines to assist in the selection of alternative solvents for CH2Cl2 as the bulk media in these ubiquitously employed processes

Critical Thinking, Decision Making and Mindfullness

Everyone in an organization have experienced the act of choosing. While some members may have to choose something very minuscule, other team members have to choose options that can be beneficial or detrimental towards the organization, depending on their position, rank or title. For example, education is an organization that constantly must choose options that will advance students’ achievement. From having to choose the type of students that are placed into certain classrooms, to deciding whether the organization will use certain resources for students to use to gain success, the possibilities are endless. This process of choosing is entitled decision-making, and it serves as one of the primary factors that drives any organization to its plateau or its breaking point. This module of the handbook emphasizes how decision-making is not an easy task but with the proper training and evaluations, one will learn how to effectively make better decisions that will elevate all aspects of the organization. This module will enlighten any members of an organization on an array of topics as it pertains to decision making. There are steps that needs to be extracted before, during and after the decision-making process and this handbook will guide you on the do’s and don’ts of decision making. If you’ve ever had a question or just needed clarity on decision making, then this chapter should respond to all of your needs. This should serve as your go-to guide in formulating and executing decisions. Whether you are part of a committee of the organization, or take on a leadership role, this module is aimed to attract all members of the organization to become a better and avid decision maker

Effects of a Multi-Tiered Approach to Impact Immunization Compliance of Students Attending a Medium-Sized Public University

Background: College students in Illinois must comply with laws regarding proof of immunity for specific vaccines. These laws, however, do not guarantee compliance with immunizations. Unvaccinated persons living in highly-vaccinated communities, such as college campuses, are at risk for many preventable diseases. Objective: The primary aim of this project is to collaborate with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) Health Service to develop, implement, and evaluate the effects of multi-tiered interventions to increase immunization compliance rates of first-semester college students. Methods: A brief YouTube video was presented to freshmen students, an eye-catching educational flyer was distributed by advisors and throughout campus, and an ad was played on the closed-circuit televisions across campus as well as placed in residence hall newsletters. A post-intervention student survey was developed by the student team and administered by Academic Advising. The number of compliant students was compared with the previous year to determine effectiveness of the interventions. A survey was also given to the SIUE Health Service administrative team to measure the impact of the interventions on staff effort and time consumption associated with the issue of student vaccine compliance. Results: Results showed an overall lack of knowledge among first-semester freshmen regarding required immunizations. The percentage of compliant students rose from 2016 (54.39%) to 2017 (70.84%). Conclusions: While there is no discernible way to demonstrate that the increased compliance rates were attributed solely to the project interventions, SIUE Health Service plans to continue to use all of the student project team interventions in the future