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Showing 1 to 20 of 25 for “"methods: data analysis"”.
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‘Powellsnakes’, a fast Bayesian approach to discrete object detection in multi-frequency astronomical data sets
… ‘degree-of-belief ’, of a proposition given the data, the model that describes it and all ancillary (prior) information. However, detection or classification is mostly about making educated choices and a wrong decision always carries a cost/loss. Only resorting to ‘Decision Theory’, supported by …
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Optimisation of galaxy identification methods on large interferometric surveys
The astronomical size of spectral data cubes that will result from the SKA pathfinders planned large HI surveys such as LADUMA; Fornax HI survey; DINGO; WALLABY; etc. necessitate fully automated three-dimensional (3D) source finding and parametrization tools. A fraction of the percentage difference …
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An Investigation of Special Education Teachers' Perceptions of the Effectiveness of a Systematic 7-Step Virtual Worlds Teacher Training Workshop for Increasing Social Skills
… challenges, such as students with autism. Mixed-methods data analysis and triangulation were based on the analysis of seven instruments. Six of the seven steps of the intervention received high ratings indicating its viability for teachers' professional development opportunities</p>
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A Case Study of a Mixed Methods Study Engaged in Integrated Data Analysis
<p>The nascent field of mixed methods research has yet to develop a cohesive framework of guidelines and procedures for mixed methods data analysis (Greene, 2008). To support the field's development of analytical frameworks, this case study reflects on the development and implementation of a mixed …
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Korupcija ir jos prevencijos galimybės Tauragės rajono savivaldybėje Korupcija ir jos prevencijos galimybės Tauragės rajono savivaldybėje /
… was based on general knowledge of scientific methods: data analysis, comparative analysis, synthesis, expert assessment and conclusions. Using the method of data analysis examined the Lithuanian legislation on corruption prevention. Analysis and synthesis methods have been used for prevention …
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Students' Constructions of Citizenship in the United States: A Study of 11th-Grade Students
Data were collected in Fall 2003 using interview, observation, and focused group discussion methods. Data analysis involved processing, condensing, presenting, and making sense of findings (isolation, discussion, and critical analysis of emerging themes). Results show that participants understood …
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Investigating the Role of Self-Reflection Among Integrated Reading and Writing Instructors
… teaching and its role in improving instructional methods. Data analysis utilized coding cycles to identify themes, with a cross-case analysis comparing differences across expertise levels. Findings indicate that self-reflection is a dynamic and evolving practice, with variations in engagement …
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Factors influencing employees’ retention in public and private sector work organizations in Tanzania’
… each sector surveyed and investigating different methods used by the organizations in retaining their best employees in each sector. Also the study aimed at identifying constraints facing selected organizations in retaining their best employees. The study used closed and open ended questionnaires, …
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Self-Regulation & Student Achievement in Mathematics
… settings were investigated through mixed methods. Data analysis occurred through use of student surveys, focus groups, and interviews. Student surveys measured how self-regulatory skills are used and developed, how often teachers use Culturally Relevant Pedagogy (CRP) to deliver …
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Family outcomes and experiences as a result of participating in early intervention
… practices that were unsuccessful. Using a mixed methods data analysis approach, results showed that most of the parents who participated in this study reported high levels of satisfaction with their early intervention experiences. However, satisfaction ratings on the family outcomes items on the …
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Does Mathletics, a Supplementary Digital Math Tool, Improve Student Learning and Teaching Methods at Three Private Catholic Schools in Florida? - A Mixed Methods Study
… these concerns, a convergent parallel mixed methods study examined the relationship of a supplemental digital math tool, Mathletics™, and Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS)™ (Riverside Publishing, 2008) standardized test scores between 6th grade students. The study also explored the perceived …
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Design Approaches to Creativity Support with Embedded Artificial Intelligence
… and a 21-day digital probe study (n=5). Mixed-methods data analysis identified several factors that influenced participants’ preferences for the type and level of creativity support they desired for a particular task, and their willingness to accept support from an AI system. These factors were …
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The HI Lyman-alpha opacity at redshift 2.7 < z < 3.6
… the first part of the thesis, a line-parameter analysis of the column density, N, and Doppler parameter, b, of ≈7500 individually fitted absorption lines is performed. The results are in good agreement with findings from previous surveys. The second (main) part of this thesis deals with the …
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Bottle-feeding as an Infant Feeding Modality
… involved in the bottle-feeding act. This mixed methods project aimed to explore parents’ and nurses’ experiences, sources of education and informational needs about bottle-feeding. Additionally, parent-child interactions during a bottle-feed were evaluated to gain insight into parents’ …
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Knowledge for change, or more of the same? The roles of policy knowledge systems in the nationally determined contributions of South Africa, Ghana and Kenya
… interviews, and regional workshops as its data collection methods. Data analysis techniques employed include content analysis, qualitative coding, and discourse analysis. The intention of this methodology is to reveal “how” and “why” these processes unfolded as they did in these countries, …
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Study of mechanisms of phytotoxicity of alumina nanoparticles
… the development of new approaches, experimental methods and modes of investigation. In this study, the observed phytotoxic effects of alumina nanoparticles suspension on five plant species (Zea mays, Cucumis sativus, Daucus carota, Brassica oleracea, Lactuca sativa) were investigated. Factors …
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Star-forming Galaxies and Quenched Systems throughout Cosmic Time
… large enough to extend the full main sequence analysis to *JWST*-based datasets. I therefore continued to study high-redshift star-forming and quenched galaxies with smaller projects, more suitable for the first deep set of spectroscopy obtained by JADES. Dust, often one of the most poorly …
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RETURNING TO SCHOOL, RETURNING TO LIFE: THE TRANSFORMATION OF DISPLACED WORKERS
… were chosen through purposeful sampling methods. Data analysis was conducted through the use of open and axial coding. Additionally, axial coding was used to help establish how topics and ideas could be contextualized by Schlossberg’s 4S Model of Transitions (Anderson et al., 2012). …
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Generation 1.5 learners: Using an arts-informed, grounded theory approach to understanding how these students managed their undergraduate studies in a Perth-based, public university in Western Australia over an academic year
… to research questions comprised the major data-generation methods. Data analysis used GT open, axial, and selective coding in conjunction with memo-writing and Resource Journal commentaries. The iterative process of data analysis and literature access that included arts-informed, …
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Analisis perbandingan penerapan metode pengukuran properti investasi berdasarkan PSAK nomor 13 (adopsi IAS 40) dengan US GAAP terhadap laba operasi PT Lippo General Insurance, Tbk
… menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif. Data dikumpulkan dengan metode dokumetasi. Analisis data dilakukan dengan cara mengukur properti dengan semua metode, baik metode nilai wajar, metode biaya maupun metode biaya historis. Setelah diukur, hasil pengukuran dibandingkan dan disimpulkan …
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