scholarly journals Collection methods, data compilation, and lessons learned from a study of stream geomorphology associated with riparian cattle grazing along the Fever River, University of Wisconsin- Platteville Pioneer Farm, Wisconsin, 2004–11

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marie C. Peppler ◽  
Faith A. Fitzpatrick
Keyword(s):  
Cattle Grazing ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
University Of Wisconsin ◽  
Data Compilation ◽  
Stream Geomorphology ◽  
Collection Methods

scholarly journals Learning to evaluate – evaluating to learn

2002 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Judith Lyons ◽  
John Milton
Keyword(s):  
Student Learning ◽  
Action Learning ◽  
Learning Processes ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Evaluation Framework ◽  
Learning Approach ◽  
Simulation Data ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Collection Methods

This paper reports on the planning and implementation of an evaluation of the final prototype of a physical and computer based simulation in a postgraduate midwifery program. The evaluation framework was designed to reflect the pedagogy of Laurillard’s conversational framework, which had been used to structure the learning experiences in the simulation. Data collection methods and analysis highlighted the themes of discussion, interaction, reflection and adaptation of student learning actions as well as intrinsic feedback - all central to the conversational framework. An action learning approach to evaluation planning and implementation involving an external mentor is described in the following paper including the relationship to the conversational framework, the findings on the student learning environment and the student learning processes and outcomes. The lessons learned about evaluation are also elaborated.

scholarly journals THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON’S MASTER OF ENGINEERING IN PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (MEPP) PROGRAM: THE ROAD TO QUALITY ONLINE GRADUATE ENGINEERING EDUCATION

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Wayne P. Pferdehirt ◽  
Thomas W. Smith ◽  
Karen R. Al-Ashkar
Keyword(s):  
Professional Practice ◽  
Degree Program ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Design Strategies ◽  
Course Content ◽  
The Road ◽  
University Of Wisconsin ◽  
Design Integration ◽  
Campus Residency ◽  
The University

This case study explores several key design strategies behind the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Master of Engineering in Professional Practice (MEPP) program. Since its full-scale launch in 1999, this demanding graduate engineering degree program has achieved a graduation rate of more than 99% and has received major awards for instructional quality from the Sloan Consortium, the U.S. Distance Learning Association, and the University Continuing Education Association. This paper examines several key elements of the program’s design and practical lessons learned through the program’s first six years, during which 140 students have graduated from the two-year degree program. Distinctive elements of the program include: the program’s cohort design; integration of weekly Webconferencing with asynchronous Web-based tools; optimization of course content and format for experienced, mid-career adults; and an annual on-campus residency. Program details are available at http://mepp.engr.wisc.edu.

Large-Scale Research via App Stores

2015 ◽  
pp. 269-292
Author(s):  
Matthias Kranz ◽  
Andreas Möller ◽  
Florian Michahelles
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Human Computer Interaction ◽  
Real World ◽  
Mobile Applications ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Mobile App ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Conducting Research ◽  
Collection Methods

Large-scale research has gained momentum in the context of Mobile Human-Computer Interaction (Mobile HCI), as many aspects of mobile app usage can only be evaluated in the real world. In this chapter, we present findings on the challenges of research in the large via app stores, in conjunction with selected data collection methods (logging, self-reporting) we identified and have proven as useful in our research. As a case study, we investigated the adoption of NFC technology, based on a gamification approach. We therefore describe the development of the game NFC Heroes involving two release cycles. We conclude with lessons learned and provide recommendations for conducting research in the large for mobile applications.

eStout: a digital learning environment program case study

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 242-249
Author(s):  
Phillip Stoeklen ◽  
Justin J. Sullivan ◽  
M. Justin Miller ◽  
Meridith Drzakowski ◽  
Sasha King
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Digital Learning ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Digital Learning Environment ◽  
University Of Wisconsin ◽  
Faculty Concerns ◽  
Faculty Surveys ◽  
The University

Purpose This paper aims to discuss the evolution of a digital learning environment in higher education as a result of ongoing data collection and evaluation. Design/methodology/approach The manuscript is based on a digital learning environment intervention at the University of Wisconsin-Stout and is informed by evaluation data collected from student and faculty surveys annually between 2002 and 2016. Survey themes changed annually based on student/faculty concerns and interests, and program management used this feedback to make modifications to program scope and offerings. Findings The digital learning environment at the University of Wisconsin-Stout has been effective in providing faculty and students with the tools they need to be successful. This success is largely due to the ongoing commitment to data collection and evaluation at the University of Wisconsin-Stout and has ensured that the digital learning environment stays modern and adaptive. Originality/value This manuscript is the culmination of 15 years of ongoing evaluation practice and thus provides valuable best practices and lessons learned for educators/educational institutions hoping to improve or create their own digital learning environment.

Evaluation Indicators for Integrated Coastal Management (ICM) in China: Lessons Learned from Xiamen

2011 ◽  
Vol 356-360 ◽  
pp. 840-843 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiao Yin Zhang ◽  
Xiong Zhi Xue
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Public Participation ◽  
Coastal Management ◽  
Scaling Up ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Coastal Resources ◽  
Integrated Coastal Management ◽  
Data Compilation ◽  
Indicator Development ◽  
The World

Integrated Coastal Management (ICM) initiatives spread all over the world to cope with declining conditions and intensifying user conflicts to achieve sustainable development of coastal resources and environment. A set of indicators with regard to sustainable development and governance aspects were developed in Xiamen to monitor the State of Coasts (SOC) under ICM implementation. In developing the evaluation indicators for Xiamen, a number of lessons were learned related to data compilation, indicator development, public participation and scaling up. The experience of Xiamen was believed to contribute to develop evaluation indicators for ICM in China.

scholarly journals Towards Agility and Speed in Enriched UX Evaluation Projects

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juliana Alvarez ◽  
David Brieugne ◽  
Pierre-Majorique Léger ◽  
Sylvain Sénécal ◽  
Marc Frédette
Keyword(s):  
User Experience ◽  
Completion Time ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Psychophysiological Measures ◽  
Cognitive States ◽  
Multiple Case ◽  
Development Approach ◽  
Collection Methods

Recent research has called for the use of enriched measures, that is, psychophysiological measures of emotional and cognitive states, in user experience (UX) testing. This chapter investigates how these enriched measures can inform user experience evaluation while maintaining agility and speed in managing UX projects. Using a multiple case approach, this chapter presents the analysis of 12 recent user experience projects in which enriched measures were used. Lessons learned with regard to challenges encountered are outlined. They emphasize on: (1) the nature of the research question impacts the completion time and the complexity of the project; (2) the need to communicate and coordinate between all parties; (3) the need to anticipate the collected measurements and enhanced results using a mosaic of hybrid collection methods; (4) the nature of the results adapted to underline the operational side without reducing the quality of the work performed; and (5) the time constrains influenced and influencing the pre-tests and project’s granularity. This chapter concludes with lessons learned from an agile/UX development approach in the realization of Sprint projects.

scholarly journals Enhancing Mindfulness and Well-Being in Higher Education

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Randy K. Barker ◽  
Lori P. Tuominen ◽  
Mimi Rappley Larson ◽  
Mary E. Lee-Nichols ◽  
Gloria Eslinger ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Present Moment ◽  
Vision Statements ◽  
University Of Wisconsin ◽  
Similarities And Differences ◽  
The University

AbstractThis article outlines the steps taken to establish the University of Wisconsin-Superior’s Pruitt Center for Mindfulness and Well-Being. Major historical components include: gaining momentum; securing funding; developing mission and vision statements; launching the Pruitt Center; and recounting the services, programs, and impacts achieved to date. Through outlining experiences and lessons learned, others in higher education looking to enhance the well-being of their campus communities could benefit, regardless of whether creating a center is their goal. The process and rationale for creating and adopting the PERMANENT Model of Well-Being is also provided. Comparisons are made regarding the similarities and differences between the PERMANENT Model and two existing models: the PERMA Model and the Universidad Tecmilenio Well-being in Happiness Ecosystem. Also depicted is the intention concerning: 1) describing each domain of the PERMANENT Model of Well-Being, including Present Moment Awareness, the model’s foundation; 2) the meaning behind the PERMANENT acronym, inspiring the notion of long-lasting well-being; 3) including the greater community; and 4) the model’s process of learn, experience, reflect, and repeat, a reminder that all learning takes effort and practice. This process is supported by current mindfulness and well-being research, specifically as it relates to higher education.

scholarly journals Strengthening Public Health in Wisconsin Through the Wisconsin Clinical Laboratory Network

2019 ◽  
Vol 134 (2_suppl) ◽  
pp. 6S-10S ◽  
Author(s):  
Allen C. Bateman ◽  
Erin J. Bowles ◽  
Erik Munson ◽  
Raymond P. Podzorski ◽  
Eric T. Beck ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Clinical Laboratory ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Advisory Group ◽  
Outbreak Response ◽  
University Of Wisconsin ◽  
Clinical Laboratories ◽  
Laboratory Network ◽  
Technical Advisory Group ◽  
The University

The Wisconsin Clinical Laboratory Network (WCLN) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is a partnership of 138 clinical and public health laboratories (as of February 2019) coordinated by the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene. This article describes the WCLN, its current activities, and lessons learned through this partnership. A laboratory technical advisory group, which consists of representatives from clinical laboratories, provides clinical laboratory perspective to the WCLN and fosters communication among laboratories. Activities and resources available through the WCLN include annual regional meetings, annual technical workshops, webinars, an email listserv, laboratory informational messages, in-person visits by a WCLN coordinator to clinical laboratories, and laboratory-based surveillance data and summaries distributed by the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene. One challenge to maintaining the WCLN is securing continual funding for network activities. Key lessons learned from this partnership of more than 20 years include the importance of in-person meetings, the clinical perspective of the laboratory technical advisory group, and providing activities and resources to clinical laboratories to foster sharing of data and clinical specimens for public health surveillance and outbreak response.

Some Biological Applications of High Voltage Electron Microscopy

1974 ◽  
Vol 32 ◽  
pp. 298-299
Author(s):  
Hans Ris
Keyword(s):  
High Voltage ◽  
Chromosome Structure ◽  
Nerve Fibers ◽  
Good Resolution ◽  
High Voltage Electron Microscopy ◽  
Voltage Electron ◽  
University Of Wisconsin ◽  
High Voltage Electron ◽  
One Year ◽  
The University

The High Voltage Electron Microscope Laboratory at the University of Wisconsin has been in operation a little over one year. I would like to give a progress report about our experience with this new technique. The achievement of good resolution with thick specimens has been mainly exploited so far. A cold stage which will allow us to look at frozen specimens and a hydration stage are now being installed in our microscope. This will soon make it possible to study undehydrated specimens, a particularly exciting application of the high voltage microscope.Some of the problems studied at the Madison facility are: Structure of kinetoplast and flagella in trypanosomes (J. Paulin, U. of Georgia); growth cones of nerve fibers (R. Hannah, U. of Georgia Medical School); spiny dendrites in cerebellum of mouse (Scott and Guillery, Anatomy, U. of Wis.); spindle of baker's yeast (Joan Peterson, Madison) spindle of Haemanthus (A. Bajer, U. of Oregon, Eugene) chromosome structure (Hans Ris, U. of Wisconsin, Madison). Dr. Paulin and Dr. Hanna are reporting their work separately at this meeting and I shall therefore not discuss it here.

Ultrastructural characteristics of sporidia of Ustilago

1989 ◽  
Vol 47 ◽  
pp. 786-787
Author(s):  
Patricia N. Hackney
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Type System ◽  
Tube Formation ◽  
High Voltage Electron Microscopy ◽  
Voltage Electron ◽  
University Of Wisconsin ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Ustilago Hordei ◽  
Silene Alba ◽  
The University

Ustilago hordei and Ustilago violacea are yeast-like basidiomycete pathogens ofHordeum vulgare and Silene alba respectively. The mating type system in both species of Ustilago is bipolar, with alleles, A,a, (U.hordei) and a1, a2 (U.violacea) at a single locus. Haploid sporidia maintain the asexual phase by budding, while the sexual phase is initiated by conjugation tube formation between the mating types during budding and conjugation.For observation of budding, sporidia were prepared by culturing the four types on YEG (yeast extract glucose) broth for 24 hours. After centrifugation at 5000g cells were either left unmated or mated in a1/a2,A/a combinations. The sporidia were then mixed 1:1 with 4% agar and the resulting 1mm cubes fixed in 8% gluteraldehyde and post fixed in osmium tetroxide. After dehydration and embedding cubes were thin sectioned with a LKB ultratome and photographed in a Zeiss 9s transmission electron microscope or in an AE1 electron microscope of MK11 1MEV at the High Voltage Electron Microscopy Center of the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

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