Responding to Children of Prisoners: The Views of Education Professionals in Victoria

2015 ◽  
Vol 41 (1) ◽  
pp. 39-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rose McCrickard ◽  
Catherine Flynn
Keyword(s):  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Research Council ◽  
Service System ◽  
Collaborative Work ◽  
Specific Knowledge ◽  
Education Professionals ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Exploratory Approach ◽  
Children Of Prisoners ◽  
Funded Project

This paper reports on one aspect of data gathered in an Australian Research Council (ARC) funded project which sought to uncover how children are responded to when their parents are arrested and imprisoned. This paper presents initial specific insights into how Victorian schools understand and respond to these children. Due to the limited research previously conducted in this area of study, a flexible and exploratory approach was implemented. Data were obtained from eight Victorian education staff members, from a variety of professional domains, and were analysed using thematic analysis. Results indicate that a school's ability to respond appropriately to this group of students is shaped by the general and specific knowledge of parental imprisonment held by schools. Access to such knowledge is limited, however, by both the stigmatised nature of the problem and the current, fragmented, service system. More optimistically, it seems that when schools have greater awareness, positive responses can be implemented. Implications for this are discussed, with a particular focus on the need for clear channels of communication and collaborative work.

scholarly journals “Education Abroad” for International Student Advisors: What is the impact on their professional development?

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 306-319 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wei Liu
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
International Education ◽  
Comparative Research ◽  
International Student ◽  
Development Program ◽  
Study Abroad Programs ◽  
Education Abroad ◽  
Education Professionals ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
The Impact

It is generally agreed that participating in study abroad programs, even short term, has positive impacts on students. But what would be the impact of an “education abroad” opportunity for staff members in international education? Reported in this paper is a 3-month long professional development program in a Canadian university for 52 international student advisors from 51 different Chinese institutions. Based on data from a survey and their comparative research reports, the study aims to glean the impacts of such an education abroad opportunity for international education professionals after their exposure to a different national context and different practices in international education. Findings of this study show that international comparison can serve as an effective approach to the professional development of international education professionals which enhances their historical, contextual and cultural understanding of their own work.

scholarly journals Why staff at European schools abstain from enforcing smoke-free policies on persistent violators

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (5) ◽  
pp. 1106-1115 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Schreuders ◽  
Anu Linnansaari ◽  
Pirjo Lindfors ◽  
Bas van den Putte ◽  
Anton E Kunst
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Adolescent Smoking ◽  
European Countries ◽  
School Staff ◽  
Primary Role ◽  
School Policies ◽  
Free School ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Main Challenge

Abstract Secondary schools in European countries increasingly implement comprehensive smoke-free school policies (SFSPs) that prohibit most or even all adolescents from smoking during school hours. Consistent enforcement of SFSPs is essential for realizing optimum effectiveness. A main challenge represents adolescents who persistently violate the rules. We studied how staff in European countries respond to these persistent violators and why they may turn a blind eye. We used interview transcripts from 69 staff members at 22 schools in 6 European countries to identify cases in which staff turned a blind eye. We then applied thematic analysis for identifying the considerations as to why they turn a blind eye. Turning a blind eye on persistent violators happened among school staff in all six countries. Three considerations were identified. First, staff believe their primary role and duty is to support all adolescents to develop into well-functioning adults, and sometimes it is best to accept smoking. Second, staff expect that applying stricter disciplinary measures will not stop persistent violators and is more likely to create more severe problems. Third, staff do not feel supported by relevant actors in society (e.g. parents) in influencing adolescent smoking. We conclude that staff’s considerations stress the need to support school staff in enforcing the increasingly comprehensive rules on the most persistent smokers.

The Transition from Bronze to Iron in Canaan: Chronology, Technology, and Context

Radiocarbon ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 57 (2) ◽  
pp. 285-305 ◽  
Author(s):  
Naama Yahalom-Mack ◽  
Adi Eliyahu-Behar
Keyword(s):  
Research Council ◽  
Life Sciences ◽  
Iron Production ◽  
Major Contributor ◽  
European Research ◽  
Southern Levant ◽  
Urban Centers ◽  
12Th Century ◽  
Funded Project ◽  
Iron Technology

In the framework of the European Research Council-funded project, “Reconstructing Ancient (Biblical) Israel: The Exact and Life Sciences Perspective,” we carried out multiple analyses on iron and bronze objects from provenanced contexts in Israel, as well as on previously unidentified metallurgical remains from the production of both metals. In addition, we counted anew iron and bronze objects from well-stratified contexts and studied metalworking sequences at major sites, which included those that had undergone the bronze/iron transition. This enabled us to clarify some of the issues related to the bronze/iron transition in the southern Levant. Using this evidence, we showed that iron was not used for utilitarian purposes before the Iron I (late 12th century BCE) and that iron only became dominant concurrently with the beginning of its systematic production during the Iron IIA (10th–9th centuries BCE). A strong correlation between iron and bronze production suggests that during the Iron I local independent bronzesmiths adopted the new iron technology. Under local administrations that developed during the Iron IIA, workshops that previously produced bronze turned to iron production, although they continued to manufacture bronze items as a secondary venture. Significantly, at some of the major urban centers iron production was an independent industry that included the entire operational sequence, including the on-site smelting of the ore. This development appears to have been a major contributor to the transition to systematic production of iron.

The utility of ‘Ding Ding Lok’ in rehabilitation service for adult persons with intellectual disability: A thematic analysis on reports by service staff

2019 ◽  
pp. 174462951985855
Author(s):  
Ocean Hoi-yeung Hung ◽  
Joey Chung-yee Ma
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Personal Growth ◽  
Cognitive Abilities ◽  
Rehabilitation Service ◽  
Positive Interactions ◽  
Service Users ◽  
Perceived Benefits ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Service Staff

This article introduces ‘Ding Ding Lok’ (DDL), a group game especially designed for persons affected by mild-to-moderate intellectual disability and explores its utility in rehabilitation service settings in Hong Kong. Reports from service staff who participated in the pilot project were analysed using thematic analysis. Two key questions were explored: (1) staff members’ perceived benefits of the game for service users and (2) source of enjoyment for staff members in the game process. Results of the thematic analysis generated four themes, including ‘Social Repertoire Expansion’, ‘Exercising Cognitive Abilities’, ‘Leisure & Recreation’ and ‘Personal growth’ for the first question on perceived benefits and five themes including ‘Positive interactions’, ‘Users’ positive feelings’, ‘Increased understanding’, ‘Game design’ and ‘Users’ improvement’ for the second question on source of enjoyment for staff members. On the whole, DDL was perceived to be highly beneficial for the service users and were regarded as very enjoyable to the participating service staff.

scholarly journals Analyzing Public Library Service Interactions to Improve Public Library Customer Service and Technology Systems

2012 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 22 ◽  
Author(s):  
Holly Kristin Arnason ◽  
Louise Reimer
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Customer Service ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Library Service ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Reference Service ◽  
Printing System ◽  
Selection Of ◽  
Customer Need

Abstract Objective – To explore the types and nature of assistance library customers are asking library staff for in a large Canadian urban public library system. Methods – A qualitative study employing transaction logging combined with embedded observation occurred for three-day sample periods at a selection of nine branches over the course of eight months. Staff recorded questions and interactions at service desks (in person, by phone, and electronically), as well as questions received during scheduled and non-scheduled provision of mobile reference service. In addition to recording interaction details and interaction medium, staff members were also asked to indicate briefly the process or resources used to resolve the interaction. Survey data were entered and coded through thematic analysis. Results – The survey collected 6,099 interactions between staff and library customers. Of those 6,099 interactions, 1,920 (31.48%) were coded as pertaining to technology help. Further analysis revealed significant library customer need for help with Internet workstations and printing. Conclusions – Technology help is a core customer need for Edmonton Public Library, with requests varying in complexity and sometimes resolved with instruction. The library’s Internet workstations and printing system presented critical usability challenges that drove technology help requests.

Consumer participation at Specialist Homelessness Services: Do the homeless have a say in the services they receive?

2017 ◽  
Vol 61 (6) ◽  
pp. 1095-1115 ◽  
Author(s):  
Darren Phillips ◽  
Ahmed Bawa Kuyini
Keyword(s):  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
New South ◽  
Homeless Persons ◽  
Consumer Participation ◽  
Service Users ◽  
Consumer Group ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
South Wales ◽  
Future Policy ◽  
Policy Direction

This study in the state of New South Wales, Australia, explored what Specialist Homelessness Services are currently implementing in regard to consumer participation, what is working and what barriers to consumer participation have been encountered by both service users and providers. Three staff members, one consumer volunteer and 10 homeless persons from three services were interviewed. The interviews were analysed using thematic analysis. The study found that while consumers have some opportunities to participate, and that participation is beneficial, there were barriers to participation, such as staff attitudes and the nature of the consumer group. The implications of these findings for staff, consumers and future policy direction are discussed.

scholarly journals Organizational Leaders’ and Staff Members’ Appraisals of Their Work Environment Within a Children’s Social Service System

2014 ◽  
Vol 38 (3) ◽  
pp. 215-227 ◽  
Author(s):  
David A. Patterson Silver Wolf (Adelv unegv Waya) ◽  
Catherine Dulmus ◽  
Eugene Maguin ◽  
John Keesler ◽  
Byron Powell
Keyword(s):  
Work Environment ◽  
Social Service ◽  
Service System ◽  
Organizational Leaders ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Social Service System

scholarly journals Striking A Balance: An Exploration of Staff-Camper Relationship Formation

2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 44-61 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rachel O. Rubin ◽  
Matthew Hagler ◽  
Samantha A. Burton ◽  
Jean E. Rhodes
Keyword(s):  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Staff Training ◽  
Summer Camp ◽  
Developmental Outcomes ◽  
Positive Development ◽  
Staff Retention ◽  
Relationship Formation ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Training And Supervision ◽  
Level Of Experience

Previous research highlights a range of positive developmental outcomes associated with attending summer camp. Close staff-camper relationships likely contribute to positive development, but little is known about how these bonds are formed. The current study utilized constructivist thematic analysis of interviews with campers (n = 8) and staff members (n = 7) at an overnight summer camp to examine the factors and processes that promote or inhibit close staff-camper relationship formation. The main themes identified were striking a balance, level of experience, and relationship-promoting behaviors. Staff members experience apparent paradoxes in their roles (e.g., relating to campers while also exerting authority), but navigate these tensions by using relationship-promoting behaviors and through increased experience. These findings suggest that staff training and supervision should emphasize relationship-promoting behaviors, continue throughout the summer, and be informed by campers’ perspectives. Additionally, camp administrators should capitalize on accrued experience by prioritizing staff retention.

scholarly journals Editor's Foreword

2012 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-1
Author(s):  
Sarah Ansari
Keyword(s):  
Research Council ◽  
British Museum ◽  
Special Issue ◽  
Economic Role ◽  
Arts And Humanities ◽  
The Social ◽  
The World ◽  
Funded Project ◽  
Medieval India

We are delighted to publish this collection of articles on the world of the Paramāra dynasty, edited by Dr Michael Willis FRAS of the British Museum. Between 2006–10 Dr Willis led an Arts and Humanities Research Council-funded project in collaboration with the Department of History at SOAS and the Welsh School of Architecture, Cardiff, entitled ‘The Indian Temple: Production, Place and Patronage’. This project examined how Indian temples were designed, built and patronised and explored the social and economic role played by temples in medieval India. The project formed the backdrop for the articles which are brought together in this special issue.

scholarly journals Reflections of Hospice Staff Members About Educating Hospice Family Caregivers Through Telenovela

2020 ◽  
Vol 38 (2) ◽  
pp. 161-168
Author(s):  
Dulce M. Cruz-Oliver ◽  
Martha Abshire ◽  
Chakra Budhathoki ◽  
Debra Parker Oliver ◽  
Angelo Volandes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Hospice Care ◽  
Hospice Nurses ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Individual Interviews ◽  
Additional Information ◽  
Caregiver Needs ◽  
Patient Families ◽  
Video Education

Objective: Hospice family caregivers are seeking additional information related to patient care, pain and symptom management, and self-care. This study interviewed hospice staff about the potential dissemination of bilingual telenovelas to address these caregiver needs. Methods: Qualitative structured phone interviews were conducted with 22 hospice professionals from 17 different hospice organizations in 3 different Midwest states. The interviews were conducted from October to December 2019. Hospice staff volunteers were recruited from conferences, then individual interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed, and thematic analysis was conducted to gain an in-depth understanding of how to best implement telenovela video education into hospice care. Results: Most participants were hospice nurses (36%) located primarily in Missouri (91%), with a mean of 9 years of experience. Three discrete themes emerged, the educational resources currently provided to patient/families, perceptions of the usefulness of telenovelas for education, and practical suggestions regarding the dissemination of telenovelas. The development of 4 telenovela videos covering different topics is described. Conclusion: Hospice staff responded favorably to the concept of telenovelas and identified important keys for dissemination.

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