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Transcript: For my dissertation topic, I have chosen to look into the use of psychology in advertising. I have chosen this as I think that it is interesting to learn about different techniques used by advertising companies to sell us products, both obvious, and bordering on subliminal. Examples of psychology in advertising I intend to discover whether psychology in advertising is an innocent marketing tool or whether it is a form of manipulation, to play on the emotions of the consumer. The history of psychology in advertising How it has changed throughout the years Psychology to sell 'bad' products - tobacco/alcohol etc. Psychology to sell products to children - unethical? Whether psychology in advertising is manipulative or just a form of marketing. The future of psychology within advertising What is psychology in advertising? What is psychology? Psychology is the scientific study of mental functions and behaviors with the immediate goal of understanding individuals and groups. Psychology in Advertising Advertisements that play on your emotions and relationships (inducing feelings of inadequacy) How I will research Psychology in Advertising American Psychological Association - Papers/Journals Adbusters - Kalle Lasn, co-founder - Likened psychological methods to 'brainwashing experiments' Commercial Alert - Website about culture Soap, Sex and Cigarettes - Cultural history of American Advertising. Questionnaires about what people think when they see certain advertisements. Marlboro Ferrari Barcode What I intend to find out Psychology in advertising is the above study, except using the results to sell products. Any Questions? I have yet to decide on my dissertation topic, yet I feel that through wide research I will then focus on one aspect. Topics I will research Dissertation Proposal

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Transcript: ADAMS, A., DAS ROY, R. & MAHBUB, A. (1993) Participatory Methods to Assess Change in Health and Women’s Lives, B Joint Project in Matlab (Dhaka, BRAC-ICDDR). ADAMS, E. & INGHAM, S. (1998) Changing Places: children’s participation in environmental planning, (London, The Children’s Society). Armstrong, D. (2000) A survey of community gardens in upstate New York: implications for health promotion and community development Health and Place, 6, 319–327. Baxter, J. and Eyles, J. (1997) Evaluating qualitative research in social geography: establishing ‘rigour’ in interview analysis. Transactions of the Institute of British Geographers, 22, 505–525. Burgess, J. and Clark, J. 2009. Practitioner evaluations of participatory processes in environmental decision-making. In Jordan, A and Adger, N. (eds) Governance for Sustainability. (CUP Press), 159-190. Burgess, J., Clark, J., Davies, G., Eames, M., Mayer, S., Staley, K., Stirling, A. and Williamson, S. 2007. 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Transcript: Vocational Community Rehabilitation Organizations: Promising Employment Practices and Organizational Well Being LITERATURE THE STUDY Rosanne Renauer Interrelationships between Vocational Rehabilitation and Community Rehabilitation Organizations Differences between Non-Profit and For Profit Organizations Culture Vocational Rehabilitation Mission Organizational Performance Considerations LITERATURE REVIEW LITERATURE REVIEW Qualitative Research Case Study Grounded Theory Vocational Rehabilitation Definition History Competitive and Supported Employment Community Rehabilitation Organizations Definition History Relationship to Vocational Rehabilitation and Disability Competitive and Supported Employment Employment Programs and Practices Organizational Performance Organizational Theory Transformational Leadership Performance Indicators Differences between Non-Profit versus For Profit Organization Culture Definition Workplace Impact INFLUENTIAL STUDIES Effective VR Service Delivery Practices A 253 page report describes a 4-state sample identifying effective practices that lead to successful employment outcomes. The study identified 4 high performing states (Texas, Utah, Mississippi and Maryland) and asked the following main case study research questions 1) what are the specific best practices that appear to be evidence-based and transportable to other state VR agencies, and 2) what are the best models of effective practice, policy, and procedures among state VR agencies that result in the creation of an environment that promotes innovation and the effective delivery of services to assist individuals with disabilities to achieve employment outcomes? Multiple domains were noted across the three organizational levels within each state agency for senior managers, mid-level managers and selected counselors and other staff involved with the agency’s innovations and best practices. (Leahy, et al, 2013) Leahy, M. J., Chan, F., Lui, J., Rosenthal, D., Tansey, T., Wehman, P., Kundu, M., Dutta, A., Anderson, C. A., Del Valle, R., Sherman, S., & Menz, F. E. (2014). An analysis of evidence-based best practices in the public vocational rehabilitation program: Gaps, future directions, and recommended steps to move forward. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 41(2), 147–163. https://doi-org.proxy2.cl.msu.edu/10.3233/JVR-140707 Well being, Positive psychology Leadership VR Culture Diener, E. (1984). Subjective well-being. Psychological Bulletin, 95, 542–575. doi:10.1037/0033-2909.95.3.542 Diener, E., & Suh, E. M. (Eds.). (2003). Culture and subjective well-being. MIT press. Diener E. (2009) Subjective Well-Being. In: Diener E. (eds) The Science of Well-Being. Social Indicators Research Series, vol 37. Springer, Dordrecht Title Well being is subjective, positive,complex,dynamic Well being considers physical, mental, social and environmental status Wellness and well being both integrate body, mind, spirit. Transformational Leadership Title Bass, B.M. (1985). Leadership and Performance Beyond Expectation. Free Press. Bass, B. & Avolio, B. (1993). Transformational leadership and organizational culture. Public Administrative Quarterly, 7(1), 112-121 Diaz-Saenz, H. R. (2011). Transformational leadership. The SAGE handbook of leadership, 5(1), 299-310. • Idealized Influence (II) – the leader serves as an ideal role model for followers; the leader "walks the talk," and is admired for this. A transformational leader embodies the qualities that he/she wants in his/her team. In this case, the followers see the leader as a model to emulate. For the followers, it is easy to believe and trust in a transformational leader. • Inspirational Motivation (IM) – Transformational leaders have the ability to inspire and motivate followers through having a vision and presenting that vision. Combined, these first two I's are what constitute the transformational leader's charisma. A transformational leader manages to inspire the followers easily with clarity. The transformational leader convinces the followers with simple and easy-to-understand words as well as with their own image. • Individualized Consideration (IC) – Transformational leaders demonstrate genuine concern for the needs and feelings of followers and help them self-actualize. This personal attention to each follower assists in developing trust among the organization's members and their authority figure(s). Teams are able to rely on and work together so decisions can be made more quickly, the transformational leader increases their buy-in. • Intellectual Stimulation (IS) – the leader challenges followers to be innovative and creative, they encourage their followers to challenge the status quo. A common misunderstanding is that transformational leaders are "soft," but the truth is that they constantly challenge followers to higher levels of performance (Bass, 1985). Title Organizational culture tends to be unique to a particular organization, composed of an objective and subjective dimension, 35

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Transcript: The importance of Psychological skills for improving performance in 'Elite Level' Sport Climbing and Bouldering Define key aspects of title - 1st December 2012 Arrange athlete interviews - 24th December 2012 Explore and prepare body of research - 1st January 2013 Submit 500 word progress report - 5th January 2013 Conduct Athlete Interviews - February 15th 2013 Discuss personal experience relating to Interviews - February 25th Discuss relevant issues/weaknesses within interviews - March 1st 2013 Critically analyse and discuss athlete interviews - March 1st 2013 Produce Findings section March 25th 2013 Recommendation for further research - 1st April 2013 Submit Dissertation - May 2013 Thanks for Listening Any Questions? Improve my knowledge of the subject. Ultimately... What impact do psychological skills and techniques have on the performance of climbers? Library based research to support and iron out weaknesses within interviews Aims Potential lack of research directly relating to climbing Timetable Interviews with representative sample of 5 'elite level' climbers. Potential lack of access to 'elite level' climbers. Do 'elite level' climbers perceive this as being true? If there is a significant importance, what skills do they utilise? Potential for loss of focus and diversion from original aims. Substantial literature. Is there enough understanding by the general public? Problems? Introduction/Rationale Methodology Personal Experience added to interviews and research What level of importance do 'elite level' climbers place on psychological skills? Does this information relate to or reflect my own experiences? 'As physical as climbing is, it is even more mental' Horst (2010) A Mind Game? How does research literature support or reject their use of these skills?

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Transcript: Call for support workers to work different, flexible hours. Rejects scientific methods WHY? Questionnaires Whitmore, E (2001) "People listened to What We Had to Say": Reflections on an Emancipatory Qualitative Evaluation. In Shaw, I and Gould, N (eds) Qualitative Research in Social Work. London:Sage I Think ... Carey, M (2012) Qualitative Research Skills for Social Work: Theory and Practice. Ashgate Publishing Limited: Surrey http://www.papworth.org.uk/downloads/disabilityintheunitedkingdom2012_120910112857.pdf Last accessed 15/11/2013 17:36 The Barriers to Participation in Mainstream Nightlife Activities for Learning Disabled Adults Registered Charity started by a punk rock band with disabled and non disabled members. Interviews My Research Questions. Found that lots of disabled people had to leave gigs and clubs early because of their support workers. Looks at important issues in society for disabled people. Participation -using community facilities and attending community events and activities alongside other members of society. References 1. What are staff attitudes around the participation of learning disabled adults in mainstream nightlife activities? Policies say that people should be free to choose how to live their lives and control over their lives. Questionnaires handed out physically and completed online. Practicalities My Sample Change staff attitudes. Interviewee's recruited via questionnaires - voluntary. Mainstream Nightlife Activities - Social life or entertainment activities that take place in society in the evening and late into the night. This can include, but is not limited to, the theatre, nightclubs and bars. Attitudes - a set way of thinking or feeling about something. Shearer, A (1984) Centre's for Independent Living in the US and the UK: An American Viewpoint. London:King's Fund Centre Defining the Terms Create policies and practices for change. Ethical Considerations More opportunities to access mainstream leisure and recreational activities and facilities. Use of Findings The Papworth Trust (2012) 82% of disabled adults experience barriers in accessing social activities in the community. As a result of this, they are significantly less likely to participate in nightlife activities. Anonymity and confidentiality of all participants in questionnaires and interviews. Bell, J (2005) Doing Your Research Project (4th Edition) Maidenhead: Open University Press Department of Health (2001) Valuing People: A New Strategy for Learning Disability for the 21st Century. London: Department of Health Questionnaires handed out in the new year. Resources and Timescales The Papworth Trust (2012) 1 in 4 disabled people feel that they don't have choices or control over their daily lives. Kemmis, S and Wilkinson, M (1998) Participatory Action Research and the study of Practice. In Atweh, B; Kemmis, S and Weeks, P (eds) Action Research in Practice Partnerships for Social Justice in Education (pp21-36) New York:Routledge Cresswell (2009) Advocacy/Participatory View. Disabled people have the right to stay up late and have control over their lives. Support workers from residential/supported living environments in Manchester. http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/english/attitude Last accessed 15/11/13 at 18:42 Valuing People Now (2009) As many questionnaires returned as possible! Improving the lives of disabled people by providing them with a voice. Sensitive questions 2. How do these attitudes create barriers to participation and opportunities for participation in mainstream nightlife activities? Choice and Control Interviews completed by April 1st. The set of ideas and beliefs behind my project. Small amount of follow up interviews from variety of organisations/living settings. Hard copies handed out from and returned to service where steering group is based so no postal costs. Stay Up Late Equality Act (2010) London: HMSO Cresswell, J (2009) Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative and Mixed Method Approaches. Sage Publications:London Encourage more research. Methods Supported by Mencap. Staff attitudes act as a barrier to inclusion. Working collaboratively. Equality Act (2010) services and public bodies should encourage participation in areas that are significantly low. Department of Health (2007) Putting people first: a shared vision and commitment to the transformation of adult social care, London: DH Voluntary participation Highlight barriers. Stalker, K and Harris, P (1998) The Exercise of Choice by Adults with Intellectual Disabilities: A Literature Review. Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities. 11(1) pp 60-76 Steering Group Methodology Other staff issues, like working hours, also act as a barrier. http://stayuplate.org/ Last accessed 15/11/13 17:38 Practical Issues - Other issues involving staff but not related to their attitudes. For example working hours, transport, training and pay. 3. How do practical issues relating to staff help to create barriers to

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Transcript: Identify what professional development experiences & activities of women CSAOs in their careers Applebaum, S. H., Audet, L., & Miller, J. C. (2003). Gender and leadership? Leadership and gender? A journey through the landscape of theories. Leadership & Organization Development Journal, 24(1). 43-51. Beeson, J., & Valeron, A. M. (2012). The executive leadership imperative: A new perspective on how companies and executives can acclerate the development of women leaders. Business Horizons, 55(5). 417-425. Chong, C., & Yeo, K. (2015). An overview of grounded theory design in educational research. Asian Social Science, 11(12). 258-268. Collin, K., Van der Heijden, B., & Lewis, P. (2012). Continuing professional development. International Journal of Training and Development, 16(3). 155-163. Creswell, J. (2013). Qualitative inquiry & research design. Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE Publications Garland, P. H. (1985). Serving more than students: A critical need for college student personnel services. ASHE-ERIC Higher Education Report 7. Madsen, S. R. (2008). On becoming a woman leader: Learning from the experiences of university presidents. San Francisco, CA: John Wiley & Sons Roberts, D. M. (2007). Preferred methods of professional development in student affairs. Journal of Student Affairs Research and Practice, 53(1), 2-18. Schwartz, R. A. & Bryan, W. A. (1998). What is professional development? New Directions for Student Services 85, 3-13. Shea Glasser, H. (co-host). (2014, April 9). Student affairs live: Women in student affairs (Podcast). Tharenou, P. (1990). Psychological approaches for investigating women's career advancement. Australian Journal of Management, 15(2). Explore why these experiences & activities mattered in their career path Defining the Term: Professional Development Data Analysis Use of Grounded Theory Understanding How Professional Development Experiences Impact Women Chief Student Affairs Officers -Attendance at Alice Manicur Symposium in January 2014 -Chief Student Affairs Officer positions exist on almost event higher education campus, although the titles vary among the over 2,500 individuals -Women are underrepresented in these roles (Shea Glasser, 2014) -Professional development experiences can influence career advancement (Beeson & Valerio, 2012) In this study, professional development experiences include: -Professional association membership -Formal & informal mentorship -Training and classes -Symposium & institute attendance -Professional conference attendance -Professional webinars -Leadership development programs Jennifer Wegner Dissertation Proposal August 4, 2015 Participant Identification Research Questions References Integration Research Inspiration Data Collection Informed by the Literature Research Proposal Presentation Impact Identification Conceptual Framework Methodology *Coding ~Initial Coding Sort data into individual codes ~Axial Coding Compare data segments, organize, & re-organize to identify categories ~Selective Coding Connect the data pieces into narrative theory Constant comparative analysis consistently compares data between participants to consider variations, trends, similarities, differences Use of memos to capture reflections informing analysis Field notes to capture vibrant description of interviews 1. What professional development activities have women CSAOs engaged in during their career? 2. In what ways did these particular professional development experiences matter to them? 3. How are these professional development experiences helping them in their current CSAO position? Grounded Theory: Data generates themes & categories that explain a phenomenon (Chong & Yeo, 2015) Actions & processes over time that explain how & why certain professional development experiences impact the careers of women CSAOs (Creswell, 2013) Recognize how these experiences & activities impacted who they are as women CSAOs Participants identified through demographic survey to NASPA Regions I, II, III, IV-E Participant Criteria: ~Cisgender Woman ~4+ Unique Professional Development Experiences ~CSAO at 4-year Institution ~At Least 1 Other Student Affairs Position in Career Path Random selection using Carnegie Classifications (Basic Classification & Size and Setting Classification) * Professional Development Competencies ~NASPA/ACPA Personal Foundations Competency ~Council for Advancement of Standards Characteristics of Individual Excellence *Professional Development in Student Affairs ~Earliest Call in 1969 ~Formal, Nonformal, & Informal Experiences *Women in Leadership ~Individual Attributes ~Institutional Diversity ~Language of Leadership *Professional Development & Career Impact ~Individual Commitment ~Employer Encouragement to Utilize New Skills & Knowledge ~Retain Staff Journal Exercise Resume/CV Submission 60-minute In-Person Semi-Structured Interview *Emerging Area of Scholarship *Desire to Explain the Intersection of Professional Development & Career Ascension Beyond Narratives &

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Transcript: June 17, 2013 1 in 88 children diagnosed with Autism (CDC, 2012) 1 in 76 deaf children also identified with ASD (Szymanski and Brice, 2008) 1 in 59 deaf children also identified with ASD (Szymanski, Brice, Lam, and Hotto,2012) 4 in 60 deaf children also identified with ASD in Region 4 RDSPD self-contained classes Incidence of co-occurring disabilities of hearing impaired and ASD on the rise! What is being used most commonly in programs across the country to best meet their needs? Research Question Introductory email sent. Electronic survey sent to program directors. Placement of Students with Hearing Impairments and ASD Are students with these unique needs best met in deaf classrooms with autism itinerant support or autistic classes with auditory impaired itinerant teacher support? Theoretical Framework Behaviorism July 1, 2013 Applied Behavior Analysis Professional development is lacking and needs to be created. What's the problem? Survey ends with the aim of at least 40 respondents. Refer to page 27. Refer to pages 21-24. Refer to page 7. Peer Interaction Skills Training August 5, 2013 Refer to page 28-32. Refer to page 8-9 Reminders are sent to nonrespondents. What instructional setting best addresses the needs of students with co-occurring disabilities of Autism Spectrum Disorder and hearing impairment? June 3, 2013 There is no consistency among programs across the country. In Home Behavior Training Placement for Students with Co-occurring Disabilities of Hearing Impairment and Autism Spectrum Disorder Proposal Angela Terry Doctoral Student Jones International University Summary Refer to page 11. Methodology Deaf Education 59.9% of deaf children were receiving their instruction in a regular school setting with hearing students and an additional 17.4% received their instruction in a self-contained classroom on a campus with hearing students (Gallaudet Research Institute, 2008). Reasons for these changes can be attributed to several factors including the increased number of students being implanted with cochlear implants, total communication used in self-contained and regular school settings, and the increased focus on academics comparable to hearing students Deaf programs must work to increase the hearing impaired students’ language at all levels and in all areas. Autism Education Most recent approaches have been more eclectic and are correlated between approach and psychological theories about autism (Tutt, Powell, & Thornton, 2006). Ivar Lovaas – a pioneer in the field of autism and home-based intensive behavioral programs Education of Children with Hearing Impairments & ASD Steinberg (2008) identified two needs of education programming these children need: one that identifies concerns early and one that considers both the deafness and the autism so that appropriate interventions can be designed. ABA use is supported by Szymanski et al (2012) Progress on goals and objectives related to language/communication and behavior/social skills Success on state assessment Graduation rate Class for Students with Autism with AI Specialist Support Chapters 4 & 5 completed. Current programs and programming need to be reviewed to find what works for these students. Data is reviewed & analysis completed. Current Trends in Special Education Class for Hearing Impaired With Autism Specialist Support July 2, 2013

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