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Working in projects is a common work-method of many companies today, andproject portfolios, a tool to manage all projects and ideas, are frequently used. Whenchoosing which project idea to start as a project the expected benefits have to bevalued, because they are what motivate a project to start. The expected benefits areeffects of the project result and should be well formulated and well prepared. It is theorderer’s responsibility to both formulate and evaluate them when project result hasbeen delivered. The problem with orderers is they often lack knowledge in projectmanagement and they believe the project manager should formulate the project idea,with its benefits. This misconception can be handled by providing relevant informationto anyone having an idea for a project. The information should be handled by theproject office´s because they are what orderers first turn to when having an idea. Theevaluation after project execution has to be demanded by the Project PortfolioManagement that manages the project portfolio, to make sure it is performed. Manyorderers claim they lack time to perform it and lack interest because they havealready gotten what they requested. However, an evaluation is of greater use than forthe single orderer, it will able the company to learn from both mistakes and successesmade in the project formulation. The Forum will also be able to know if theinvestment has paid off.

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The benefits of being in treatment and/or non-treatment groups have not been fully investigated from the perspective of individuals with aphasia and their family members. The aims of the current study were to explore the perceived benefits for adults with aphasia post stroke of participating in treatment and/or non-treatment groups and to explore the perceived benefits for family members of having a relative with aphasia post stroke participate in treatment and/or non-treatment groups. A qualitative description research strategy was used in the study. Ten adults with aphasia post-stroke, 2 females and 8 males, and 6 family members were recruited using maximum variation sampling. The study revealed that the participants with aphasia and their family members perceived a wide range of benefits of groups involving individuals with aphasia. These results can help speech-language therapists to be aware of the range of outcomes that can be achieved for different types of groups for people with aphasia and to develop appropriate group options for individuals with aphasia.

Thesis PlanB (M.S.)--University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2008. / Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis (doctoral)--Universität Bern.

Thesis (M.Com.(Taxation))--University of Pretoria, 2008. / Abstract in English and Afrikaans. Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis (Ed.M.)--Boston University

This book provides an introductory overview of a wide range of commonly encountered medical imaging tests including radiation- based techniques such as plain film radiography, computed tomography and nuclear medicine, and non-ionising imaging techniques such as medical ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging... Chapter 7 Balancing risk and benefit in diagnostic imaging.

The purpose of this study was to describe the current Master Gardener and County Director perceptions of the Mississippi Master Gardener program. Participation for both groups was voluntary and the Master Gardeners were chosen through random sampling. In the final sample, a total of 43 County Directors and 233 Master Gardeners completed the survey. The dependent variable was motivation functions: Understanding, Values, Enhancement, Protect, Social, and Career. The independent variable was group, which included Master Gardeners and County Directors. Results showed that Master Gardener’s highest ranked reasons for volunteering were related to the Understanding, Values, and Enhancement functions. They volunteered to learn more about horticulture and to help others. Data also showed that volunteers were very satisfied with their overall Master Gardener experience. Eleven of the twelve questions ranked above 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 7. Master Gardener’s highest ranked perceptions of the benefits of the program were also related to the Understanding, Values, and Enhancement functions. County Director’s highest ranked perceptions of benefits of the program were related to the Understanding, Values, and Social functions.