Sentences with phrase «result of this action research»

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After conducting extensive research across all corners of the UK they showed that 80 % of universities, as a result of their official policies and actions, have either restricted or actively censored free speech and expression on campus beyond the requirements of the law.

As a result of these conversations several actions were announced to strengthen the industry by expanding research, streamlining regulatory requirements, and continuing the dialogue to further grow this emerging sector.

«This would seem to refute — or at least make less likely — models in which the behavior effects are the result of direct physical action of parasites on specific parts of the brain,» Eisen wrote in a blog post about the research.

He took action by undergoing intensive treatment at the University of Alberta's Institute for Stuttering Treatment and Research (ISTAR), and now that he's achieved remarkable results he is working hard to maintain his fluency.

Research involving acquired or developmental deficits is appropriate if the results speak to basic issues of perception, action, and cognition.

Reauthorization is critical to the full implementation of NEHRP and the successful translation of research into actions and results that protects the nation from the devastating effects of a major earthquake.

This article will describe 3 specific benefits of integrating eLearning into knowledge dissemination, meaning using eLearning to communicate the results of research studies for the purposes of moving knowledge into action.

Joellen Killion, the former NSDC director of special projects, added that a solid repertoire of professional learning is focused on student results — standards - based, school - based, and content - specific — and includes training, study groups, action research, and observation.

Warren is interested in the development of community leaders through involvement in multiracial political action as well as the outcomes of such efforts in fostering community development, social justice, and school transformation; and is committed to using the results of scholarly research to advance democratic practice.

Rather than conceptualizing this model as a «program» or specific kind of meeting, teachers should think of a PLC as an «ongoing process in which educators work collaboratively in recurring cycles of collective inquiry and action research to achieve better results for the students they serve» (DuFour 2006).

Senate leader Phil Berger (R - Rockingham) cites decades - old research to support his claims that class size reductions are the best course of action for improving student achievement — a study out of Tennessee that Randolph County Board of Education chair Todd Cutler said is flawed and many researchers are unconvinced of the study's results.

Research showing a positive relationship between parent involvement and attendance as well as the results of new studies examining parents» attitudes about school absences and their implications for messaging and action.

«This report reflects the best available data, research and input on Michigan's school funding system, and I'm hopeful the results of this comprehensive study will spark action from policymakers,» said Matt Gillard, president and CEO of Michigan's Children.

A Professional Learning Community (PLC) is «an ongoing process in which educators work collaboratively in recurring cycles of collective inquiry and action research to achieve better results for the students they serve.

The research results are specific to the teacher and students in the setting and are used to inform future instruction in the form of an action plan.

This paper will present results from an action research study that incorporated two different technologies for the purpose of students valuing and communicating a geometric proof to their peers.

Learning, using, and discussing the results of inquiry practices such as action research, the examination of student work, reflection, study teams, and peer coaching sometimes occur among school personnel.

The process we strive to build is based on action research, which is defined as a systematic process through which stakeholders work together to frame questions about teaching and learning, to problem - solve, to implement proposed solutions, and to document and evaluate the subsequent results of their actions (Lawler, 1985; Stringer, 1999).

This report summarizes information from Research fo Action's evaluation of the second year of the Reduced Class Size / Balanced Literacy (RCS / EBL) Initiative, provides two case studies of elementary classrooms where the initiative was being implemented, and a summary of survey results about participation, opinions and attidutes of PEF Balanced Literacy interns.

In Singapore, for example, teachers have 20 hours per week scheduled to work with colleagues, including time for «action research,» through which teachers identify and solve shared problems through discussion and classroom experimentation.20 Research suggests that professional learning in many high - performing countries tends to yield positive results when it is part of a larger school effort, rather than a patchwork of isolated activities not connected to school - level research,» through which teachers identify and solve shared problems through discussion and classroom experimentation.20 Research suggests that professional learning in many high - performing countries tends to yield positive results when it is part of a larger school effort, rather than a patchwork of isolated activities not connected to school - level Research suggests that professional learning in many high - performing countries tends to yield positive results when it is part of a larger school effort, rather than a patchwork of isolated activities not connected to school - level goals.21

Veteran teachers working in such schools describe changes in their own practice as a result of the professional development, action research, and mentoring parts of the PDS.

This breakthrough from Nissan is the result of research into using brain decoding technology to predict a driver's actions and detect discomfort:

The technologies are the result of the company's research and development efforts based on Nissan's mid-term environmental action plan Green Program 2010 (NGP 2010).

For this reason, they question the validity of the findings and generalizations resulting from action research.

It is not possible for action research to set up a rigid control of variables in a classic manner so that results can be verified in repeated studies under similar conditions.

The results of such research carry more meaning for action in normal social situations.

If it appears that a person is importing dogs for resale, research, or veterinary treatment without meeting the requirements of this rule, we may initiate an investigation and take appropriate action based on the results of that investigation.

It is curated by Alessandro Rabottini and Andrea Viliani at the MADRE in Naples and it is the outstanding result of the collaboration between a great artist like Walid Raad, who carried out his own research beyond the boundaries between institutional critique and art engagé, and an undisputed institution like the Museo Donna Regina, which, in the course of its complex history, got a sequence of site - specific actions off the ground inside the articulated rooms of its palace, including artists such as Giulio Paolini, Jannis Kounellis and Jeff Koons.

Your post discusses the proposed correction to the Times Atlas that has resulted from the actions of the international glaciological research community — which you correctly applaud and hold up as a model for all scientists — «Of course, many scientists can do more, and we encourage all of our colleagues to speak publically about their research and, as the international glaciological research community did in this case, to try to correct misconceptions.&raquof the international glaciological research community — which you correctly applaud and hold up as a model for all scientists — «Of course, many scientists can do more, and we encourage all of our colleagues to speak publically about their research and, as the international glaciological research community did in this case, to try to correct misconceptions.&raquOf course, many scientists can do more, and we encourage all of our colleagues to speak publically about their research and, as the international glaciological research community did in this case, to try to correct misconceptions.&raquof our colleagues to speak publically about their research and, as the international glaciological research community did in this case, to try to correct misconceptions.»

The Navy, which has long seen security issues intensifying in a warming world, commissioned a study by the National Research Council of the National Academy of Sciences to provide an independent assessment, and the results, focused on six areas for «naval leadership action,» are in:

Combining the results of the German Institute for Economic Research and Watkiss et al. studies, we find that the total cost of climate action (cost plus damages) in 2100 is approximately $ 12 trillion, while the cost of inaction (just damages) is approximately $ 20 trillion (Figure 2).

Results of these studies were synthesised in an inter regional action - research agenda for strengthening urban and peri-urban producer organisation:

* There is too much conflicting evidence about climate change to know whether it is actually happening * Current climate change is part of a pattern that has been going on for millions of years * Climate change is just a natural fluctuation in Earth's temperatures * Even if we do experience some consequences from climate change, we will be able to cope with them * The effects of climate change are likely to be catastrophic * The evidence for climate change is unreliable * There are a lot of very different theories about climate change and little agreement about which is right * Scientists have in the past changed their results to make climate change appear worse than it is * Scientists have hidden research that shows climate change is not serious * Climate change is a scam * Social / behavioural scepticism measures * Climate change is so complicated, that there is very little politicians can do about it * There is no point in me doing anything about climate change because no - one else is * The actions of a single person doesn't make any difference in tackling climate change * People are too selfish to do anything about climate change * Not much will be done about climate change, because it is not in human nature to respond to problems that won't happen for many years * It is already too late to do anything about climate change * The media is often too alarmist about climate change * Environmentalists do their best to emphasise the worst possible effects of climate change * Climate change has now become a bit of an outdated issue * Whether it is important or not, on a day - to - day basis I am bored of hearing about climate change

Everyone is now categorized as being on one side or the other, and their actions — papers, research, essays, etc. — are judged not by the quality of the content, but by the end result: the message.

The paper presents results on the reaction of upper atmosphere and ionosphere to solar activity changes, obtained by various research groups in the framework of COST ES0803 Action.

Each five years of delayed action on climate change now could result in as much an additional eight inches of sea level rise by 2300, stark new research shows.

Already in March 2010 the House of Commons Science and Technology select committee «verified» the results of the Climate Research Unit, concluding that CRU actions were «in line with common practice.»

The collective - action problems that arise during a drafting - by - committee project result from the fact that each contributor to the project has a different perspective, sense of urgency, writing style, and view of what passes as good research and written work product.

Research and reporting is only of value if it results in action.

Recognizing that litigation results — and the prospects for settlement — often hinge on the presentation of persuasive legal arguments in line with the relevant case law, Mr. Cooper employs an effective mix of case law research and evidence consultation in order to ensure that clients on a tight budget understand all the costs and benefits of proceeding with, or defending against, a legal action.

It might sound like a lot of buzz - words, but when you think about it, the reason we conduct legal research is to obtain a result that allows us to take action, or advise others on what they should do next.

The report — entitled «Call to Action: Achieving Civil Justice for All» — is the result of more than two years worth of research and discussion by a blue - ribbon group of legal and judicial leaders.

The product of this socioeconomic research resulted in my attending the 2001 United Nations World Conference on the Elimination of Racism in Durban, South Africa, at which I successfully advocated as a credentialed member of a NGO, for the inclusion of mediation processes based on my Transformative Voice and Global - Meta Power Structural Arrangements models, in the conference's Declaration and Programme of Action, which was adopted by consensus by the international member states of the United Nations.

AAA President and CEO Robert L. Darbelnet said «With a predicted five-fold increase in infotainment systems in new vehicles by 2018, AAA is calling for action as result of this landmark research.

The market on cryptocurrency is growing exponentially and presents a large amount of opportunity, but with a large amount of price action resulting from speculation, investors need to do their research just like with any investment.

Each of these suits involves a complex web of legal issues and accusations — one involving an alleged failure to follow adverse action notification protocol that resulted in an expunged criminal record being used against a prospective employee; another revolves around the alleged misuse of background screening disclosure and authorization forms and reporting of background information that is not legal for a background check company to report (resulting in adverse action against a hopeful applicant); and the third was news of a $ 18.6 M settlement over the use of unverified criminal database research.

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