Wake Technical Community College

About: Wake Technical Community College is a education organization based out in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Health care & Health information technology. The organization has 43 authors who have published 47 publications receiving 436 citations. The organization is also known as: Wake Tech.

The Use of Triangulation Methods in Qualitative Educational Research.

Abstract: Triangulation involves the carejit! reviewing of data collected through different methods in order to achieve a more accurate and valid estimate of qualitative results for a particular construct. This paper describes how we used three qualitative methods of data collection to study attitudes of students toward graphing, hands-on activities, and cooperative grouping techniques using the triangulation method. By Maria Oliver-Hoyo and DeeDee Allen

An Investigation of Incidental Vocabulary Acquisition in Relation to Learner Proficiency Level and Word Frequency

Abstract: This study examined the relationship between learners' incidental vocabulary acquisition and their level of proficiency, and between acquisition and word frequency in a text. Participants were Turkish learners of English at three proficiency levels. One reading text and four vocabulary tests were administered over a two-week period. Analyses of the data revealed that lexical gains from reading were significant for each group (p < .05). The higher proficiency groups were able to acquire more words than lower level groups. Word frequency in the text was also a signijicant fac tor in vocabulary acquisition (p <,051, with 29% of the variance in acquisition being accounted for by frequency. However, frequency did not play a greater role in the vocabulary acquisition of lower level learners than in that of higher level learners.

Societal images of youth: representations and interpretations by youth actively engaged in their communities

Abstract: In this paper, the authors explore representations and interpretations of images of youth that surfaced in discussions with groups of adolescents in four community youth organizations As part of a larger multi‐method study, adolescents created photo‐essays on the theme ‘Youth Making a Difference in the Community’ These projects then served as triggers for small‐group discussions around the product and meaning of the exercise In the analysis of the discussion‐group transcripts, one of the striking findings was how these youth, in the processes of creating and reflecting on their photo‐essays, perceived and challenged dominant societal images; reconstructed alternative images based on their personal and peer experiences; and valued visibility and recognition of youth's contributions to the community as a way of changing the image of youth The authors discuss implications for research and educational practices aimed at youth empowerment and recasting societal images

Breaking with Tradition: Preparing Faculty to Teach in a Student-Centered or Problem-Solving Environment.

Abstract: This article views all educational approaches as either traditional (teacher-centered) or non-traditional (learner-centered), with not much emphasis placed on differentiating between the non-traditional models. The purpose of this paper is to describe the impediments to changing one's approach to teaching and some strategies to overcome those impediments. We will also focus our attention on those educators who seek to change from a traditional approach to a more non-traditional approach to teaching. The three main sources of resistance described are the students, the administration, and the individual attempting the change. The rest of the paper describes strategies and actions to deal with the resistances encountered.

Impact of Intravenous Insulin Protocols on Hypoglycemia, Patient Safety, and Nursing Workload

Abstract: The practice of tight glycemic control using an intravenous insulin infusion has been adopted in many clinical settings, and although beneficial patient outcomes have been clearly documented, the therapy poses potential risks to patient safety related to hypoglycemia and increases nursing workload. This article examines these issues through a review of current research on tight glycemic protocols. Strategies for nurse leaders are provided to improve patient safety and support bedside nurses in the administration of insulin infusion protocols.