The use of advanced web-based survey design in Delphi research

2017 ◽  
Vol 73 (12) ◽  
pp. 3168-3177 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christopher Helms ◽  
Anne Gardner ◽  
Elizabeth McInnes
Keyword(s):  
Survey Design ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Delphi Research

scholarly journals Can a Floral Design Lab Course Be Taught Effectively Using Web-Based Delivery?

HortScience ◽  
2004 ◽  
Vol 39 (4) ◽  
pp. 809A-809
Author(s):  
Sharon Henss* ◽  
Jayne Zajicek ◽  
R. Daniel Lineberger
Keyword(s):  
Survey Design ◽  
Course Evaluations ◽  
Traditional Teaching ◽  
Delivery Method ◽  
Teaching Techniques ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Course Grades ◽  
Demographic Survey ◽  
Distance Learning Environment ◽  
The Web

The performance and satisfaction of students enrolled in a traditionally structured lecture/lab floral design course and a Web-based version of the same course were compared. Students were assigned randomly to course sections by available seating. Data collected included a demographic survey, design and course evaluations, and test grades. Significant differences were noted in class grades, with students in the traditionally taught course outperforming the Web-based students in both lecture and lab grades. Results from a survey instrument designed to determine whether students were suited to the distance learning environment (given only to the Web-based students) indicated a direct correlation between distance preparedness and course grades. A higher level of distance course preparedness correlated with a higher grade in the course. There was also a direct correlation between grades and whether the student was in the course with the delivery method they preferred. Students who were assigned to the course they preferred had significantly higher grades than students who did not. These results indicate that overall, a course such as floral design may be more effectively taught through traditional teaching techniques. However, certain students with adequate computer skills and a preference for Web-based courses may be successful in courses such as floral design.

Perception of Home Healthcare Nurses toward Persons with Dementia

2020 ◽  
pp. 108482232096308
Author(s):  
Zainab Toteh Osakwe ◽  
Izuagie Ikhapoh ◽  
Bhavleen Kaur Arora ◽  
Rose Saint Fleur-Calixte
Keyword(s):  
Home Care ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Home Healthcare ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Patient Centered ◽  
Design Data ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Improve Patient ◽  
The U.S

The objective of this study was to describe the perception of home healthcare (HHC) nurses toward persons with dementia (PWD). Using a cross-sectional survey design, data were collected from 225 registered nurses at 11 home care agencies across 7 states in the U.S. A web based modified Approaches to Dementia (ADQ) was used to assess nurses’ perception of person-centeredness. Most of the respondents were female (91.6%). Overall, greater years of experience as a registered nurse and age (<40 years) were associated with higher mean person-centeredness scores. Efforts to improve patient-centered dementia care in the HHC setting may need to be tailored to unique groups of HHC nurses.

Women Tend to Perceive Greater Risks Associated With the COVID-19 Outbreak and Are More Likely to Follow Precautionary Measures

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gabriele Prati ◽  
Serena Stefani ◽  
Irene Barbieri
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Risk Perception ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Perceived Severity ◽  
Italian Government ◽  
Precautionary Measures ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract. Background: The COVID-19 pandemic may have a different impact on men and women. Aim: This study aimed to investigate gender differences in risk perception, attitudes toward quarantine measures, and adoption of precautionary behaviors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Method: We employed a cross-sectional web-based survey design. The sample included 1,569 people living in Italy. The survey was conducted during the national lockdown in April 2020 when the Italian government extended the quarantine measures to the whole country. Results: Results showed that women reported higher scores on perceived severity, worry, precautionary behaviors, and attitudes toward quarantine restrictions. Gender differences in the perceived likelihood of infection with SARS-CoV-2 were not significant. Using mediation analysis, we found that the relationship between gender and precautionary behaviors was explained by attitudes toward quarantine restrictions, perceived severity, and worry. Limitations: The use of a cross-sectional design precludes causal inference. Conclusion: Our results point to the need to develop and implement interventions that address (1) the higher levels of risk perception of the COVID-19 outbreak among women and (2) the lower scores on risk perception, attitudes toward quarantine restrictions, and adoption of precautionary behaviors during the COVID-19 pandemic among men.

Identifying and Testing Engagement and Public Literacy Indicators for River Health

2009 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 241-267 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jenni Metcalfe ◽  
Michelle Riedlinger
Keyword(s):  
Science Communication ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Social Indicators ◽  
Health Behaviours ◽  
Social Condition ◽  
River Health ◽  
Web Based ◽  
The Public ◽  
The Social ◽  
Victorian Department

Natural resource management (NRM) organisations in Australia are increasingly recognising the need for complement studies of biophysical condition of the environment with studies of social condition, such as values, understanding, and participation related to the environment. Relevant and reliable social indicators that can be scaled and measured on a regular basis are essential to meet this need. In this study, we identified four indicators to test the social condition of the public in the State of Victoria in Australia with regard to river health. These indicators were river use, river knowledge and literacy, values and aspirations, and river health behaviours. We tested the four indicators through telephone and web-based surveys with over 1000 people in three areas of Victoria. We analysed the survey data statistically and gathered baseline data on the social condition of river health in the three regions. We made recommendations for how this data could be interpreted and used in community engagement and science communication programmes about river health. We also examined the limitations of the methodology and recommended modifications to the survey design and application for an anticipated roll-out of the survey across the entire State of Victoria. The Victorian Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE) will use this survey instrument to test social indicators on a regular basis.

scholarly journals Psychological health problems among Syrians during war and the COVID-19 pandemic: national survey

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Fatema Mohsen ◽  
Batoul Bakkar ◽  
Sara Melhem ◽  
Samar Aldakkak ◽  
Dana Mchantaf ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Health ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Mental Healthcare ◽  
Multivariable Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Depression And Anxiety ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Web Based ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Patient Health

This study aims to assess the prevalence of depression and anxiety during the COVID-19 outbreak embedded within the war in Syria. A web-based cross-sectional survey design was employed. The 9-item Patient Health Questionnaire and the 7-item Generalized Anxiety Disorder scale revealed a high prevalence of depressive (n = 3326; 83.4%) and anxiety symptoms (n = 2777; 69.6%) among the 3989 participants. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was performed to identify factors associated with depression and anxiety. There is an urgent need within the healthcare system in Syria to provide mental healthcare to alleviate acute mental health disturbances and associated physical health perceptions among Syrians.

scholarly journals Neonatal nursing led research activity in the UK: a survey of current practice

BMC Nursing ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Katie Gallagher ◽  
Julia Petty ◽  
Joanne Cooper ◽  
Neil Marlow
Keyword(s):  
Academic Career ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Research Activity ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Neonatal Nurses ◽  
Doctoral Level ◽  
Neonatal Nursing ◽  
Career Trajectories ◽  
Research Mentor ◽  
The Uk

Abstract Background Neonatal nurses are ideally placed in practice to undertake research enhancing the care of families. More information is required, however, around neonatal nursing led research to advance leadership in this area. The aim of this study was to determine neonatal nursing led research activity within the UK. Methods The study used a web-based survey design and neonatal nurses were eligible if they were working at or towards Masters or Doctoral level qualification in the UK. The survey was distributed to members of the Neonatal Nurses Association, UK Schools of Nursing and shared on social media pages of authors and professional organisations. Results were analysed using descriptive and frequency statistics and content analysis. Results Of the 56 respondents, 14% (n = 8) had a Doctoral level qualification and 43% (n = 24) of participants held a Masters qualification. Lack of time and funding knowledge was the largest barrier to research. Only 30% (n = 3) of participants had a research mentor and only 18% (n = 3) were from a neonatal nursing background. Conclusions There are limited numbers of neonatal nurses undertaking or leading nursing research in the UK. Further support is required to enhance clinical academic career trajectories to ensure research is a viable pathway for future generations of neonatal nurses.

scholarly journals Handling of production disturbances in the manufacturing industry

2016 ◽  
Vol 27 (8) ◽  
pp. 1054-1075 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jon Bokrantz ◽  
Anders Skoogh ◽  
Torbjörn Ylipää ◽  
Johan Stahre
Keyword(s):  
Manufacturing Industry ◽  
Production Systems ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
High Reliability ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Effective Strategies ◽  
Management Positions

Purpose A common understanding of what events to regard as production disturbances (PD) are essential for effective handling of PDs. Therefore, the purpose of this paper is to answer the two questions: how are individuals with production or maintenance management positions in industry classifying different PD factors? Which factors are being measured and registered as PDs in the companies monitoring systems? Design/methodology/approach A longitudinal approach using a repeated cross-sectional survey design was adopted. Empirical data were collected from 80 companies in 2001 using a paper-based questionnaire, and from 71 companies in 2014 using a web-based questionnaire. Findings A diverging view of 21 proposed PD factors is found between respondents in manufacturing industry, and there is also a lack of correspondence with existing literature. In particular, planned events are not classified and registered to the same extent as downtime losses. Moreover, the respondents are often prone to classify factors as PDs compared to what is actually registered. This diverging view has been consistent for over a decade, and hinders companies to develop systematic and effective strategies for handling of PDs. Originality/value There has been no in-depth investigation, especially not from a longitudinal perspective, of the personal interpretation of PDs from people who play a central role in achieving high reliability of production systems.

Applying Web-Based Survey Design Standards

2005 ◽  
Vol 29 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 43-66 ◽  
Author(s):  
Scott Crawford ◽  
Sean Esteban McCabe ◽  
Duston Pope
Keyword(s):  
Survey Design ◽  
Design Standards ◽  
Web Based
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