Thesis (Ph. D.)--University of Wisconsin--Madison, 1968. / Typescript. Vita. eContent provider-neutral record in process. Description based on print version record. Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis (Ph. D.)--Ohio State University, 2006. / Title from first page of PDF file. Includes bibliographical references (p. 228-234).

Thesis (M. Phil.)--University of Hong Kong, 2007. / Also available online.

Thesis (M.A.)--Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, 2005. / Adviser: Steve Dick. Includes bibliographical references (p. 88-96)

M.Ed. (Media Studies) / The lack of guidelines for the use of the telephone in distance tuition often leads to either the indiscriminate use or underutilisation of the medium. It can cause the lecturer to be inadequate at the structuring of individual telephonic conversations or telephonic presentations such as telelectures, teleconferences and multimedia telephone usage. The aim of this study, from the context of distance tuition and the usage potential of the telephone, is to provide guidelines for the use of the telephone by both the lecturer and the learner. An effort was made to elucidate the uniqueness of distance tuition and the specific possibilities of the telephone by means of a literature study, supplemented by personal practical experience and that of colleagues and experts in the field of distance tuition. In order to get a perspective on distance tuition, the different components involved in the integration of the telephone were considered. Subsequently the potential of the telephone as a medium was discussed. The aspects above culminated in the provision of guidelines. The conclusion drawn from the study is that the average distance lecturer is not fully conversant with the possibilities of the telephone, with the result that the telephone is underutilised locally. The possibilities of the telephone as part of a multimedia package are often underestimated and warrant further investigation.

In recent years, the mobile phone has been used as a tool to conduct business in many areas. The insufficient number of fixed wireless services has created an opportunity for the entry of mobile phone systems into the market to provide telecommunication sevice in Thailand and Hong Kong. Mobile phone use has been growing dramatically during the past ten years as a result of the high rate of economic growth.

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BACKGROUND: Exercise is an established treatment to alleviate pain and improve function among adults with knee osteoarthritis (KOA). However, long-term adherence to exercise is poor and effective approaches to support adherence are limited. The objective of this dissertation was to 'gain a new look' into long-term exercise adherence. With study #1, the experiences of participants in the Boston Overcoming Osteoarthritis through Strength Training (BOOST) study, were explored to identify participants' experiences, feelings and perspectives with exercise over 2-years and factors that influenced adherence to a prescribed exercise program after 2 years. With study #2, we examined if kinesiophobia: i) was associated with physical performance measures, ii) improved after a 6-week exercise program and iii) change was associated with change in pain and function among adults with KOA. METHODS: Participants of both studies completed a 6-week exercise program. For study #1 all participants received an automated telephone reminder to continue with their exercises and complete their logs, in addition, those randomized into the intervention group received a motivational computer adaptive telephone program. Participants were purposively sampled and in-depth interviews were conducted at the 2-year assessment. For study #2, data analysis was conducted prior to randomization with a sample of participants who completed the Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia (TSK) questionnaire. Additional data included stair negotiation, 5 and 10 time sit-to-stand, and timed-up-and go tests. RESULTS: Study #1: Three themes were identified describing beliefs about exercise: i) monitoring, ii) knowledge of how to manage exercise behaviors, and iii) benefits of exercise. Those who reported high-adherence exhibited self-determination and self-efficacy, those who reported low-adherence expressed ambivalence about the benefits of exercise and a desire for more social support. Participants valued monitoring by peers and instructors during the exercise class and telephone technology. Study #2: Higher TSK was associated with slower stair and 5 time sit-to-stand times. TSK decreased after the exercise class but did not attain statistical significance. Change in TSK was associated with change in self-report physical function. CONCLUSIONS: Future research on the use of telephone technology and importance of self-determination and kinesiophobia on exercise adherence among adults with KOA is warranted.

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