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Health Communication, Health Literacy, and the Prevalence of Obesity, Depression, Anxiety and Good Disease Self-Management Among Diverse Adults Living With Type 2 Diabetes: Identifying Predictors of High Quality Patient-Provider Communication and Quality of LifeCaleb, JoNise January 2021 (has links)
Type 2 diabetes is a highly prevalent disease, projected to increase in prevalence, while expensive to treat. This study sought to identify significant predictors of each of the two study outcome variables—a higher quality of patient-provider communication, and a higher quality of life.
The online sample (N=72) was 78% (n=56) female with a mean age of 55.3 years, while 71% Black/African American with a good overall health status. They rated the overall quality of care received from their provider between good and very good. Using the new Patient-Provider Communication Scale (PP-CS-07, patient-provider communication was closest to very good. Health literacy skills were closest to very good, and health literacy self-efficacy was closest to very good. Level of knowledge for caring for type 2 diabetes was closest to very good knowledge. Participants were in an action stage with 80% confidence (very good self-efficacy) to perform seven diabetes self-management behaviors. Some 43.1% experienced depression, 44.4% experienced anxiety, and 20.8% sought counseling in the past year. The mean quality of life rating was closest to good quality of life. While controlling for social desirability, backward stepwise regression showed better quality patient-provider communication was significantly predicted by: received diabetes education, higher rating of health care quality, higher level of health literacy skills, and, being in a lower stage of change for self-care behaviors—with 79.2% of variance explained by this model. Better quality of life was significantly predicted by: female gender, having received diabetes education, no past year anxiety, higher annual household income, lower weight status, higher health literacy self-efficacy, higher rating of knowledge of diabetes self-management—with 69.4% of the variance explained by this model.
Findings make a compelling case for screening patients for depression and anxiety, using the brief tool used in this study; and future research evaluating the impact of health educators and providers being trained in motivational interviewing, while using the Patient-Provider Communication Scale (PP-CS-7) as a new tool to compare ratings by patients of providers trained in motivational interviewing. Healthcare policy should mandate such training in brief motivational interviewing, and evaluate the impact of training in containing costs.
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The role of information communication technology in farmers' participation in community-based projects in Mankweng service centre, Limpopo Province, South AfricaRamavhale, Patience Manku January 2020 (has links)
Thesis (M.Sc. (Agricultural Management)) -- University of Limpopo, 2020 / The aim of this study was to investigate the role of Information Communication
Technology tools in facilitating development within Community-Based Farming
Projects (CBFPs) served by Mankweng Service Centre (MSC). The objectives of
the study were to identify various ICT tools through which farmers get agricultural
information, to determine the types of ICT-based agricultural information
preferred by farmers in Mankweng, to examine the factors influencing use of ICTs
by farmers in Mankweng and also to identify the challenges encountered by
Mankweng farmers in their use of ICT. The study was cross-sectional in design
and included 102 farmers from the Community-Based Farming Projects in
Mankweng Service Centre as participants. Participants were selected using
multi-stage sampling of combined cluster and systematic random sampling.
Quantitative data was collected from participants using a structured questionnaire
under the supervision of the researcher. Descriptive and inferential methods of
analysis were employed. Data was summarised using frequency distribution of
variables followed by measures of central tendency, measures of variance, and
relationship of variables. Summary of findings was presented in the form of
tables, figures and frequencies. Univariate regression model was used to analyse
factors influencing use of ICT amongst farmers.
The findings of the study show that majority (64%) of the farmers were women
and (36%) of the farmers were men. Majority of the farmers (56%) were less than
50 years of age with 79% of the farmers having no tertiary education. The results
of this study also revealed that the demographics of the participants were not the
critical determinant factors in ICT usage (p>0.2) amongst farmers. The level of
education farmers acquired was rather a very important predictor of the utilization
of the ICT tools available to the farmers. The study revealed cell phones to be
the most commonly used ICT device followed by Radio and TV. The study
revealed that the affordability of ICT devices is the main challenge which
ultimately limits access.
Based on these findings, the study recommends that the Limpopo Department of
Agriculture (LDoA) should make a provision of informal education sessions for
farmers on the use of ICT devices, and ICT infrastructure and smart phones. In
addition, the study recommends advocacy for more agricultural programmes
through affordable platforms like TV and community radio stations media.
Keywords: ICT tools, Education, CBFPs, MSC, LDA, Farmers
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Distracted generation (?) : technology use, texting and driving in South AfricaKgasago, Tshepho Justice January 2017 (has links)
Thesis (M.A. (Communication Studies)) -- University of Limpopo, 2017 / The use of communication technologies has brought changes to our daily ways of doing
things. Youth use technology for different purposes at different locations. As technology
grows everyday with various advantages, its benefits come along with some
disadvantages. Road accidents are one of the major problems that South Africa
experiences. The focus of this study was to explore the danger of texting and driving
and its potentials for road accidents. This research focused on the negative impact of
technology, mainly technological distraction, while driving.
Broadly, this research looks at the social and cultural impact of texting and mobility, with
specific focus on distracted driving. This study is significant in the social analysis of
technology use and distraction; this significance is made more important considering
that there is very limited study of this social issue in South Africa. The always-available
communication culture (such as texting while driving) should be viewed as a
problematic phenomenal.
For data collection, the researcher conducted a survey with adults and youth drivers to
explore the perceptions and attitudes of drivers towards cell phone use, texting and
driving. The researcher also conducted roadside observations of drivers to investigate
the occurrence of distracted driving due to technology use, and interviews were
conducted with Traffic Officers to share their professional experience on observing
incidences of texting and driving.
The study reveals that technology use, texting and driving is a common problem among
young drivers, while adults tend to be more careful and engage less in this activity.
Aspect of the findings of the study shows that 60% of drivers report that they have sent
a text while driving. Moreover, the study explores ways of curbing cell phone use texting
and driving on South African roads. There should be more research on distracted
driving and technology use, so that more suggestions on how to curb technology use
while driving can be offered
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Computerized evaluation of library service effectivenessUluakar, Tamer January 1981 (has links)
Evaluation of library service effectiveness is important in identifying the areas where improvement is most needed, and in justifying library budgets. Traditional methods of service effectiveness evaluation have been too costly and impractical for regular use. However, most of the data required for this evaluation can be collected inexpensively and quickly with automated library systems which many libraries have already started using.
This study reviews traditional methods of library service effectiveness and proposes new methods which take advantage of electronic data processing. The proposed methods are practical and inexpensive so that they can be used routinely. / Ph. D.
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Providing services for culturally diverse students in academic librariesKhoza, Thuli Francis 30 November 2006 (has links)
The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of academic libraries in providing services to culturally diverse student populations. In this study the information needs and information-seeking behaviour of the culturally diverse students of the Technikon Witwatersrand were analysed. The study also tried to establish whether there are differences in information needs and information-seeking behaviour of various cultural groups.
The empirical investigation was conducted by means of focus group interviews and a questionnaire survey on a sample of undergraduate students of the Technikon Witwatersrand. There were assumptions that African students have limited experience in using the academic library, have no computer and information handling skills and might have language difficulties. Therefore, the expectation was that African students might have problems in the use of the academic library. However, the results of the empirical study show that English and Afrikaans speaking students are experiencing more problems than African students. / Information Science / M.Inf.
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Tacit knowledge management in public institutions in Kenya: a case of the Kenya Institute for Public Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) NairobiMungai, Gladys Caroline Njeri 06 1900 (has links)
Tacit Knowledge is critical in an organization's ability to sustain a long-term competitive advantage. The systematic process for acquiring, organizing, sustaining and renewing tacit knowledge of employees has enabled organizations to survive in a robust economy. This study investigates the management of tacit knowledge at the Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA). The objectives of the study were: to identify the sources and types of knowledge at
KIPPRA; identify the enabling resources for tacit knowledge sharing; determine how tacit knowledge can be reused for innovation and competitive advantage; establish the role of management in creating
a conducive environment for tacit knowledge; identify the challenges experienced in the management of tacit knowledge; give recommendations and propose a model/framework for tacit knowledge
management at KIPPRA.
The study adopted a qualitative research method. Interviews and observation were used as primary data collection methods. The study targeted 60 employees of KIPPRA consisting of Researchers,
Young Professionals, Heads of Division, a Knowledge Manager and Administrative staff.
Qualitative data collected was organized, categorized and reported in verbatim. Pie charts and tables were used to give a graphical representation of the bio data of respondents.
The study found that: KIPPRA values knowledge as an asset but does not practice tacit knowledge management, both tacit and explicit knowledge exists however, no real effort has gone into the
management of tacit knowledge. The study also found that KIPPRA had tacit knowledge sharing, capture, transfer and storage avenues that have not been capitalized on. ICT infrastructure is available
however it does not support tacit knowledge sharing. No Communities of Practice exist at KIPPRA but tacit knowledge is reused for innovation, development and competitive advantage. KIPPRA’s
management has provided a conducive environment for tacit knowledge to thrive but trust, knowledge asymmetry, and hierarchical challenges have hindered tacit knowledge harnessing. No tacit knowledge related incentives are offered at KIPPRA. The study also revealed that employees experienced challenges such as identification and understanding of tacit knowledge, access of tacit
knowledge sharing platforms, and access to individuals with specific tacit knowledge, tacit knowledge hoarding, individualism and ICT related challenges in accessing tacit knowledge. Even thought the necessary elements required to facilitate Tacit Knowledge Management are available, no effort has been made to customize them to harness tacit knowledge.
The study concluded that for KIPPRA to have a competitive advantage it is important that the Knowledge Manager, with the Support of KIPPRA’s Management, have concerted efforts for harnessing tacit knowledge. Key recommendations include: establishment of Communities of Practice at KIPPRA that bring together like minded individuals and also enable the building of relationships based on trust among the employees, and investment in ICT mechanisms specific to
tacit knowledge management to enhance the harnessing and codification of captured tacit knowledge.
Employees should also be trained on the value of tacit knowledge sharing and individualism should be discouraged. The study also recommends the adoption of a proposed framework for managing tacit
knowledge at KIPPRA. / Information Science
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A model for service rendering to meet the information needs of South African artistsVan Zijl, Carol Wendy 06 1900 (has links)
This dissertation analysed the information needs and information-seeking behaviour of visual artists. An empirical survey was conducted on a sample of the more informationliterate visual artists in South Africa. A model of the information environment of South African visual artists was developed. This model provides a basis for another model which represents the optimal service that should be rendered to meet the needs of this user group. It was found that the general information needs of South African artists are fairly adequately met, but that there are several shortfalls, especially in serving their more complex information needs. The most important problems are the lack of training in the use of information sources and services, inadequate marketing of services and inadequate coverage of South African art. It was also found that greater coordination between service providers is urgently required, especially in the provision of information about South African art. / M. (Information Science)
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Coal-Fired Energy Development on Colorado Plateau: Economic, Environmental and Social ImpactsRoefs, T. G., Gum, R. L. 07 1900 (has links)
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Providing services for culturally diverse students in academic librariesKhoza, Thuli Francis 30 November 2006 (has links)
The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of academic libraries in providing services to culturally diverse student populations. In this study the information needs and information-seeking behaviour of the culturally diverse students of the Technikon Witwatersrand were analysed. The study also tried to establish whether there are differences in information needs and information-seeking behaviour of various cultural groups.
The empirical investigation was conducted by means of focus group interviews and a questionnaire survey on a sample of undergraduate students of the Technikon Witwatersrand. There were assumptions that African students have limited experience in using the academic library, have no computer and information handling skills and might have language difficulties. Therefore, the expectation was that African students might have problems in the use of the academic library. However, the results of the empirical study show that English and Afrikaans speaking students are experiencing more problems than African students. / Information Science / M.Inf.
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Tacit knowledge management in public institutions in Kenya: a case of the Kenya Institute for Public Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) NairobiMungai, Gladys Caroline Njeri 06 1900 (has links)
Tacit Knowledge is critical in an organization's ability to sustain a long-term competitive advantage. The systematic process for acquiring, organizing, sustaining and renewing tacit knowledge of employees has enabled organizations to survive in a robust economy. This study investigates the management of tacit knowledge at the Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA). The objectives of the study were: to identify the sources and types of knowledge at
KIPPRA; identify the enabling resources for tacit knowledge sharing; determine how tacit knowledge can be reused for innovation and competitive advantage; establish the role of management in creating
a conducive environment for tacit knowledge; identify the challenges experienced in the management of tacit knowledge; give recommendations and propose a model/framework for tacit knowledge
management at KIPPRA.
The study adopted a qualitative research method. Interviews and observation were used as primary data collection methods. The study targeted 60 employees of KIPPRA consisting of Researchers,
Young Professionals, Heads of Division, a Knowledge Manager and Administrative staff.
Qualitative data collected was organized, categorized and reported in verbatim. Pie charts and tables were used to give a graphical representation of the bio data of respondents.
The study found that: KIPPRA values knowledge as an asset but does not practice tacit knowledge management, both tacit and explicit knowledge exists however, no real effort has gone into the
management of tacit knowledge. The study also found that KIPPRA had tacit knowledge sharing, capture, transfer and storage avenues that have not been capitalized on. ICT infrastructure is available
however it does not support tacit knowledge sharing. No Communities of Practice exist at KIPPRA but tacit knowledge is reused for innovation, development and competitive advantage. KIPPRA’s
management has provided a conducive environment for tacit knowledge to thrive but trust, knowledge asymmetry, and hierarchical challenges have hindered tacit knowledge harnessing. No tacit knowledge related incentives are offered at KIPPRA. The study also revealed that employees experienced challenges such as identification and understanding of tacit knowledge, access of tacit
knowledge sharing platforms, and access to individuals with specific tacit knowledge, tacit knowledge hoarding, individualism and ICT related challenges in accessing tacit knowledge. Even thought the necessary elements required to facilitate Tacit Knowledge Management are available, no effort has been made to customize them to harness tacit knowledge.
The study concluded that for KIPPRA to have a competitive advantage it is important that the Knowledge Manager, with the Support of KIPPRA’s Management, have concerted efforts for harnessing tacit knowledge. Key recommendations include: establishment of Communities of Practice at KIPPRA that bring together like minded individuals and also enable the building of relationships based on trust among the employees, and investment in ICT mechanisms specific to
tacit knowledge management to enhance the harnessing and codification of captured tacit knowledge.
Employees should also be trained on the value of tacit knowledge sharing and individualism should be discouraged. The study also recommends the adoption of a proposed framework for managing tacit
knowledge at KIPPRA. / Information Science
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