Georgia State University

About: Georgia State University is a education organization based out in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Population & Poison control. The organization has 13988 authors who have published 35895 publications receiving 1164332 citations. The organization is also known as: GSU & Georgia State.

A meta-analysis of mathematics and working memory: Moderating effects of working memory domain, type of mathematics skill, and sample characteristics

Abstract: The purpose of this meta-analysis was to determine the relation between mathematics and working memory (WM) and to identify possible moderators of this relation including domains of WM, types of mathematics skills, and sample type. A meta-analysis of 110 studies with 829 effect sizes found a significant medium correlation of mathematics and WM, r = .35, 95% confidence interval [.32, .37]. Moderation analyses indicated that mathematics showed comparable association with verbal WM, numerical WM, and visuospatial WM. Word-problem solving and whole-number calculations showed the strongest relation with WM whereas geometry showed the weakest relation with WM. The relation between WM and mathematics was stronger among individuals with mathematics difficulties that are associated with other disorders or cognitive deficits compared with that among typically developing individuals and individuals with only mathematics difficulties. The implications of these findings with respect to mathematics instruction and WM training are discussed. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2016 APA, all rights reserved)

Explaining and Predicting the Impact of Branding Alliances and Website Quality on Initial Consumer Trust of E-Commerce Websites

Abstract: Trust is a crucial factor in e-commerce. However, consumers are less likely to trust unknown websites. This study explores how less-familiar e-commerce websites can use branding alliances and website quality to increase the likelihood of initial consumer trust. We use the associative network model of memory to explain brand knowledge and to show how the mere exposure effect can be leveraged to improve a website's brand image. We also extend information integration theory to explain how branding alliances are able to increase initial trust and transfer positive effects to websites. Testing of our model shows that the most important constructs for increasing initial trust in our experimental context are branding and website quality. Finally, we discuss future research ideas, limitations, implications, and ideas for practitioners.

Redistribution via Taxation: The Limited Role of the Personal Income Tax in Developing Countries

Abstract: Inequality has increased in recent years in both developed and developing countries Tax experts, like others, have focused on how taxes may reduce the inequality of income and wealth In developed countries, the income tax, especially the personal income tax, has long been viewed as the primary instrument for redistributing income This Article examines whether it make sense for developing countries to rely on personal income taxes to redistribute income We think not, for three reasons First, the personal income tax has done little, if anything, to reduce inequality in many developing countries Second, it is not costless to pretend to have a progressive personal income tax system Third, opportunity costs also exist from relying on taxes for redistributive purposes If countries want to use the fiscal system to reduce poverty or reduce inequality, they need to look elsewhere This Article begins with some initial reflections on the redistributive role of the tax system It then considers the relative success of developed and developing countries in using tax systems to redistribute income Finally, This Article examines some alternatives in reforming the personal income tax, as well as options available to developing countries in designing and implementing more progressive fiscal systems

A Taxonomy of Born-global Firms

Abstract: ■ This study develops a taxonomy to better understand "born-global" firms, a breed of young companies that begin selling their products in foreign markets at or near the firm's founding. ■ The study describes each firm grouping with regard to its basic orientations and the generic strategies that it applies, as well as associated international performance outcomes.