Georgia College & State University

About: Georgia College & State University is a education organization based out in Milledgeville, Georgia, United States. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Population & Context (language use). The organization has 950 authors who have published 1591 publications receiving 37027 citations.

Fungal endophyte diversity in Sarracenia.

Abstract: Fungal endophytes were isolated from 4 species of the carnivorous pitcher plant genus Sarracenia: S. minor, S. oreophila, S. purpurea, and S. psittacina. Twelve taxa of fungi, 8 within the Ascomycota and 4 within the Basidiomycota, were identified based on PCR amplification and sequencing of the internal transcribed spacer sequences of nuclear ribosomal DNA (ITS rDNA) with taxonomic identity assigned using the NCBI nucleotide megablast search tool. Endophytes are known to produce a large number of metabolites, some of which may contribute to the protection and survival of the host. We speculate that endophyte-infected Sarracenia may benefit from their fungal associates by their influence on nutrient availability from within pitchers and, possibly, by directly influencing the biota within pitchers.

Narratives on Culturally Relevant Pedagogy: Personal Responses to the Standardized Curriculum

Abstract: As curriculum objectives become more “standardized,” pedagogical strategies that reach diverse populations become more important, not less as some practitioners might be prone to believe. Through the use of narratives, we have found that students achieve greater understandings of curriculum as well as find culturally relevant ways of applying curriculum to previous knowledge. Using the same line of thinking, stories of successful pedagogical practice help to reinforce the ideas behind culturally relevant pedagogy as it translates from theory into practice. Classroom narratives from students and teachers where culturally relevant pedagogical practices have been implemented are the focus of this article.

Practical and value compatibility: their roles in the adoption, diffusion, and success of telecommuting

Abstract: Innovation literature has long advocated that an innovation may be compatible or incompatible with an organization’s existing systems or resources (Rogers 1983). Compatibility of an innovation has traditionally meant that the innovation is compatible with the existing values, skills, and work practices of potential adopters. However, Tornatzky and Klein (1982) criticized this multi-faceted definition of compatibility as too broad, noting that compatibility may refer to compatibility with the values or norms of potential adopters (value compatibility) or it may represent congruence with existing practices of the adopters (practical compatibility). Much anecdotal evidence exists that employee telecommuting may be incompatible with both value and practical compatibility. Therefore, this study investigates compatibility and its relationship to telecommuting’s adoption, diffusion and success among IS personnel. The organization’s ability to secure telecommuting (a dimension of practical compatibility) was found to be a major facilitator of the adoption and diffusion of telecommuting. Group values were found to be major facilitators of diffusion and success, and practical compatibility was found to be a facilitator of success. Implications for research and management are discussed.

Critical issues in CRM adoption and implementation

Abstract: Customer relationship management (CRM) is a fast growing category of application software. CRM is gaining interest because of its focus on the customer and thus its potential for increasing revenue. It enhances the ability of a firm to compete and to retain key customers. Furthermore, given the rapid growth of e-business applications and the increasing need to sell to and support customers through the web, CRM provides a focal point for all customer-facing activities. This review of CRM product capabilities and key CRM vendors identifies three distinct categories of CRM vendors and finds that they are attempting to offer a rich or full set of CRM features and are rapidly integrating web access into their products. The study proposes a model to aid in the selection of CRM products and the evaluation of CRM vendors.

Keys to the adoption and use of voice recognition technology in organizations

Abstract: In this paper, results are presented from a field study of individuals with disabilities who used voice recognition technology (VRT). Twenty‐three individuals who were successful in the use of VRT and 17 who were unsuccessful were interviewed by the researcher. Qualitative results indicated that task‐technology fit, training, the environment, and the disability limitations were the differentiating items. The ability to use the VRT for a trial period may be the major factor resulting in successful adoption of the technology.