Open University of Catalonia

About: Open University of Catalonia is a education organization based out in Barcelona, Spain. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Context (language use) & Higher education. The organization has 1943 authors who have published 4646 publications receiving 64200 citations. The organization is also known as: Universitat Oberta de Catalunya & UOC.

International mobility of women in science and technology careers: shaping plans for personal and professional purposes

Abstract: International mobility has become a key requirement in science and technology (S&T) professional career progression. On the one hand, the increasing mobility of women suggests that this may be a way for them to avoid or get away from women-unfriendly working environments. On the other hand, international mobility can present problems for women as they, particularly, have to plan their lives around their professional goals and personal lives. This article addresses the international mobility strategies of women regarding their personal and professional choices. We analyse their motivations to move, the way they manage their lives abroad and the effects of mobility on their lives. The analysis is based on 24 in-depth interviews of highly skilled women working in Spanish S&T sectors. Our main findings show that mobility is a new challenge which may improve women's family lives and professional careers. However, they have to plan carefully their lives on a long-term as well as a daily basis. In this sense, th...

Fake news, ¿amenaza u oportunidad para los profesionales de la información y la documentación?

Abstract: Presentamos en este articulo una aproximacion contextual del fenomeno de las noticias falsas en relacion con el campo de la informacion y la documentacion y el papel que los profesionales del sector podemos ejercer eficaz y eficientemente. Hacemos una descripcion de iniciativas y proyectos, tanto de las instituciones bibliotecarias y de sus profesionales, como de los sectores de la educacion y de la comunicacion, tambien afectados e involucrados en la problematica de las noticias falsas y de la posverdad. En las conclusiones planteamos la necesaria revision de una serie de practicas y actividades desarrolladas hasta ahora, la participacion y colaboracion con otros sectores profesionales implicados, y la potenciacion de proyectos de formacion en competencias digitales y mediaticas.

La evaluación de competencias complejas: la práctica del portafolio

Abstract: En estos momentos, el conocimiento del portafolio como instrumento de aprendizaje y evaluacion se encuentra bastante extendido en el marco de algunas disciplinas a pesar de que todavia son pocos los profesores que lo desarrollan en sus clases este sistema como instrumento de evaluacion. Este articulo quiere colaborar al acercamiento practico de esta herramienta asi como a su difusion general aportando informacion basica para su puesta en practica.

Disability in subacute whiplash patients: usefulness of the neck disability index.

Abstract: STUDY DESIGN Cross-sectional study. OBJECTIVE To analyze the psychometric properties of the neck disability index (NDI), with a special emphasis in its factor structure, and its usefulness, in a sample of patients suffering from a subacute whiplash problem. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA A valid and reliable instrument to assess pain-related disability would be of great help to clinicians and researchers interested in whiplash associated disorders. First, to better understand the impact of whiplash on the patient's life, and his or her progress over time. Second, to formulate comprehensive treatment plans, and evaluate the results from therapeutic actions. Finally, to follow-up patients' changes and improvement. The NDI could be an appropriate instrument for these purposes. METHODS A convenience sample of 150 subacute whiplash patients participated. They were requested to complete the Catalan version of the NDI, and report about their pain intensity, pain interference and depression. RESULTS.: An exploratory factor analysis showed that the NDI can be viewed as a 2-factor instrument. The items and the instrument's total score were normally distributed. Internal consistency was also appropriate both for the total score (Cronbach's alpha: 0.87) and the 2 subscales (0.7 for the pain and interference with cognitive functioning scale, and 0.83 for the physical functioning scale). Total NDI and subscales scores significantly correlated with pain intensity, pain interference, and depression. CONCLUSION The NDI showed excellent psychometric properties in a sample of subacute whiplash patients. Additional research is needed to replicate the NDIs factor structure.