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University of Georgia

1. Adekeye, Oluwatoyosi Ayobami. Quality improvement and patient safety training among undergraduate medical students.

Degree: DrPH, Public Health, 2015, University of Georgia

URL: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/adekeye_oluwatoyosi_a_201505_drph

► This manuscript style dissertation explored the Quality Improvement (QI) and Patient Safety (PS) needs of the United States healthcare system and assessed the types of… (more)

▼ This manuscript style dissertation explored the Quality Improvement (QI) and Patient Safety (PS) needs of the United States healthcare system and assessed the types of QI/PS training currently provided to U.S. medical students. The first study utilized secondary data to examine physicians’ adherence to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) recommended Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) screening protocol; while the second evaluated the types, content, and outcomes of existing peer-reviewed and published QI/PS training curricula for undergraduate medical students. The first manuscript identified a potential quality improvement gap in healthcare quality by assessing adherence to a specific evidence-based treatment protocol. It entailed using 2008-2009 State Medicaid Research Files (SMRF) from 29 states (representing 80% of the entire U.S. Medicaid enrollees) to identify persons diagnosed with urogenital sexually transmitted diseases (STD’s) such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, pelvic inflammatory disease and syphilis, and then measuring the proportion subsequently screened for HIV. Descriptive, bivariate, and multivariate analyses were conducted including logistic and binomial regressions, and an elaborate report provided. In the second manuscript, a systematic review of the literature was conducted using the Preferred Reporting Item for Systematic review and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. A systematic search for published, peer-reviewed articles on existing QI/Ps training for undergraduate medical students through selected databases from July 2010 to July 2014 was performed to identify gaps in literature, and to inform the development of future curricula. The first study showed that less than half (42.9%) of STI-diagnosed patients were screened for HIV, far less than the expected proportion of STI-diagnosed persons screened for HIV based on CDC guidelines. While in the second study, sixteen articles were analyzed with mean study quality scores ranging from six to 17 for the Strengthening The Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (STROBE) directives. Quality of studies were rated as low (n = 3), moderate (n = 9), or high (n = 4). Overall, this dissertation calls attention to the gaps in quality of healthcare in the U.S. health system today. It demonstrates the dire need for the incorporation of QI/PS strategies across settings and processes of the healthcare system, especially in undergraduate medical education. INDEX WORDS: Quality Improvement; Patient Safety; Undergraduate Medical Students; Curriculum, Training Advisors/Committee Members: Joel Lee.

Subjects/Keywords: Quality Improvement

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Adekeye, O. A. (2015). Quality improvement and patient safety training among undergraduate medical students. (Thesis). University of Georgia. Retrieved from http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/adekeye_oluwatoyosi_a_201505_drph

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Adekeye, Oluwatoyosi Ayobami. “Quality improvement and patient safety training among undergraduate medical students.” 2015. Thesis, University of Georgia. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/adekeye_oluwatoyosi_a_201505_drph.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Adekeye, Oluwatoyosi Ayobami. “Quality improvement and patient safety training among undergraduate medical students.” 2015. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Adekeye OA. Quality improvement and patient safety training among undergraduate medical students. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Georgia; 2015. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/adekeye_oluwatoyosi_a_201505_drph.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

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Adekeye OA. Quality improvement and patient safety training among undergraduate medical students. [Thesis]. University of Georgia; 2015. Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/adekeye_oluwatoyosi_a_201505_drph

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Namibia

2. Keja-Kaereho, Charlene. Investigating the perceptions of the graduates and beneficiaries of the adult education programmes towards livelihood improvement: the case of informal settlements, Windhoek.

Degree: 2013, University of Namibia

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/11070/892

► This study investigated the perceptions of the graduates and beneficiaries of the adult education programmes aimed at livelihood improvement in informal settlements of Windhoek. The… (more)

▼ This study investigated the perceptions of the graduates and beneficiaries of the adult education programmes aimed at livelihood improvement in informal settlements of Windhoek. The adult education programmes that were looked at are the National Literacy Programme in Namibia (NLPN), Adult Upper Primary Education (AUPE) and Adult Skills Development for Self Employment (ASDSE). Evaluations on the implementation of these programmes have been carried out, and the findings show successes. However, no assessment has yet been done to validate the perceptions of the participants on the adult education programmes. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to investigate the perceptions of NLPN and AUPE graduates, and ASDSE beneficiaries on the effectiveness of the programmes geared towards improvement of livelihoods. The study focused on three main research questions on investigating the perceptions of the graduates of NLPN and AUPE, and ASDSE beneficiaries regarding the effectiveness of the programmes for the improvement of livelihoods. The study used a qualitative approach with a phenomenological design focus. The sample of the study was 37 graduates and beneficiaries of the NLPN, AUPE and ASDSE programme. The study made use of the snow-ball sampling and purposive procedures to select the participants. An interview guide, an audio recorder and field notes were the research instruments used to collect data. The technique of collecting data that was used is that of face-to-face interview. The qualitative data analysis method used was interpretative phenomenological analysis. The study disclosed that the adult education programmes are tools to combat many social evils in Namibia. The study also found that the adult education programmes are successfully impacting on the improvement of living standards of people in various aspects of life. Computer literacy and English language (from lower to intermediate level) were the main courses the respondents wanted to be taught. Implementation of a computer literacy course and English language at a higher level within the programmes is recommended for the fulfilment of the needs of the participants.

Subjects/Keywords: Livelihood improvement

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Keja-Kaereho, C. (2013). Investigating the perceptions of the graduates and beneficiaries of the adult education programmes towards livelihood improvement: the case of informal settlements, Windhoek. (Thesis). University of Namibia. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/11070/892

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Keja-Kaereho, Charlene. “Investigating the perceptions of the graduates and beneficiaries of the adult education programmes towards livelihood improvement: the case of informal settlements, Windhoek. ” 2013. Thesis, University of Namibia. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/11070/892.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Keja-Kaereho, Charlene. “Investigating the perceptions of the graduates and beneficiaries of the adult education programmes towards livelihood improvement: the case of informal settlements, Windhoek. ” 2013. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Keja-Kaereho C. Investigating the perceptions of the graduates and beneficiaries of the adult education programmes towards livelihood improvement: the case of informal settlements, Windhoek. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Namibia; 2013. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11070/892.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Keja-Kaereho C. Investigating the perceptions of the graduates and beneficiaries of the adult education programmes towards livelihood improvement: the case of informal settlements, Windhoek. [Thesis]. University of Namibia; 2013. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11070/892

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Hawaii – Manoa

3. Teh, Lisa Bee-thuan. Consumer attitudes towards evidence based mental health services among american mental health consumers.

Degree: 2015, University of Hawaii – Manoa

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10125/100365

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M.A. University of Hawaii at Manoa 2014.

Much work has been done in recent years to understand mental health provider attitudes towards Evidence Based Practices… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: symptom improvement

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Teh, L. B. (2015). Consumer attitudes towards evidence based mental health services among american mental health consumers. (Thesis). University of Hawaii – Manoa. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10125/100365

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Teh, Lisa Bee-thuan. “Consumer attitudes towards evidence based mental health services among american mental health consumers.” 2015. Thesis, University of Hawaii – Manoa. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/10125/100365.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Teh, Lisa Bee-thuan. “Consumer attitudes towards evidence based mental health services among american mental health consumers.” 2015. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Teh LB. Consumer attitudes towards evidence based mental health services among american mental health consumers. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Hawaii – Manoa; 2015. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10125/100365.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Teh LB. Consumer attitudes towards evidence based mental health services among american mental health consumers. [Thesis]. University of Hawaii – Manoa; 2015. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10125/100365

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Florida

4. Dunn, Elizabeth A. Educators' Perceptions of Improvement Initiatives in A Persistently Low Performing Elementary School.

Degree: EdD, Curriculum and Instruction - Teaching and Learning, 2017, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0051742

► The press for school reform in the United States continues to intensify. In many instances, American schools fail to provide high-level expectations and learning opportunities… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: improvement – reform

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Dunn, E. A. (2017). Educators' Perceptions of Improvement Initiatives in A Persistently Low Performing Elementary School. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0051742

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Dunn, Elizabeth A. “Educators' Perceptions of Improvement Initiatives in A Persistently Low Performing Elementary School.” 2017. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0051742.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Dunn, Elizabeth A. “Educators' Perceptions of Improvement Initiatives in A Persistently Low Performing Elementary School.” 2017. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Dunn EA. Educators' Perceptions of Improvement Initiatives in A Persistently Low Performing Elementary School. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2017. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0051742.

Council of Science Editors:

Dunn EA. Educators' Perceptions of Improvement Initiatives in A Persistently Low Performing Elementary School. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2017. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0051742

University of Wolverhampton

5. Smith, Paul G. Development of a four stage continuous improvement framework to support business performance in manufacturing SMEs.

Degree: 2016, University of Wolverhampton

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2436/618585

► For over 30 years, authors have documented continuous improvement techniques that can help to improve the performance of the manufacturing sector. However, recent research has… (more)

▼ For over 30 years, authors have documented continuous improvement techniques that can help to improve the performance of the manufacturing sector. However, recent research has found that the uptake of these available techniques for the purpose of improving business performance is comparatively low as a result of barriers preventing their adoption by manufacturing SMEs. The aim and focus of this research is to develop a user-friendly framework which would guide both industry practitioners and other researchers to achieve business process improvements in an SME manufacturing environment. The framework developed in this study consists of four stages: 1) review of the current process to be improved; 2) identification of possible improvement in terms of prompts; 3) knowledge know-how to support transfer of proven continuous improvement techniques; and 4) continual review of the process to quantify the improvements. The framework uses a combination of three continuous improvement techniques: histograms, brainstorming and Five Whys to identify actions for management implementation. Such techniques have been merged to speed up and simplify the process of root cause analysis, thus encouraging SMEs to document their successes. This will enable other SMEs to learn from their experiences as well as from the knowledge gained by being part of the communities of practice. The methodology used in this research is mixed methodology and involves a combination of literature review, pilot study, a postal questionnaire with 50 respondents and two case studies. These case studies were then used to validate the framework, based on five structured interviews. Case studies involving two manufacturing SMEs include manufacturers of high-volume, low-cost components and low-volume, high-cost components. It was concluded that the root cause of a problem can be found by using: brainstorming, histograms and Five Whys. Sometimes, it was also possible to merge these techniques as one, thus reducing the analysis time. The case studies generated substantial savings, £27,500 and £1,366,055 for SME 1 and 2 respectively. Overall the benefits of the framework to SMEs include: using the developed user-friendly framework for improved business performance, knowledge transfer of learning continuous improvement techniques, learning about other SME successes and potential cost savings that could accrue for SMEs when they apply it. The framework developed in this research, therefore, has reduced some of the barriers which have prevented uptake of innovative techniques over the last 30 years.

Subjects/Keywords: continuous improvement; business improvement; continuous improvement barriers; continuous improvement techniques

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Smith, P. G. (2016). Development of a four stage continuous improvement framework to support business performance in manufacturing SMEs. (Thesis). University of Wolverhampton. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2436/618585

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Smith, Paul G. “Development of a four stage continuous improvement framework to support business performance in manufacturing SMEs.” 2016. Thesis, University of Wolverhampton. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/2436/618585.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Smith, Paul G. “Development of a four stage continuous improvement framework to support business performance in manufacturing SMEs.” 2016. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Smith PG. Development of a four stage continuous improvement framework to support business performance in manufacturing SMEs. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Wolverhampton; 2016. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2436/618585.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Smith PG. Development of a four stage continuous improvement framework to support business performance in manufacturing SMEs. [Thesis]. University of Wolverhampton; 2016. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2436/618585

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Limerick

6. Heavey, Colm. A new approach to customer value improvement through co-leadership, trust and methodology for increased organisational return on investment.

Degree: 2013, University of Limerick

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10344/7068

► In an era where economic turbulence is constant with many organisations rightsizing to remain competitive, customer value improvement (CVI) is central to organisational strategy. As… (more)

▼ In an era where economic turbulence is constant with many organisations rightsizing to remain competitive, customer value improvement (CVI) is central to organisational strategy. As a panacea for this customer value improvement or continuous improvement challenge, many excellence frameworks and improvement methodologies have guided organisations to performance improvement since the 1980s. Despite their popularity, numerous authors have reported inadequacies and have made calls for improvement. Consequently, the research aim for this study was to review customer value improvement with a view to developing and validating a new customer value improvement (CVI) framework and to provide deeper knowledge and understanding of customer value improvement for increased organisational return on investment ROI. As part of the first strand of the literature review, a review of the effectiveness of the MBNQA Award and the EFQM Excellence Model was carried out. The second strand reviewed the effectiveness of Six Sigma. The third strand of the research reviewed the role of strategic quality and customer value. Combining these three research strands enabled the researcher to distil the key concepts for customer value improvement. In order to address the research aim, a mixed methodology approach of survey and in-depth interview was used to answer the following questions: Q1. What are the key components of customer value improvement in organisations for increased ROI? Q2. How are these components of customer value improvement connected inside a customer value improvement framework? Q3. What knowledge is required by leaders and improvement specialists for effective adoption of organisational customer value improvement for increased ROI? This doctoral study has made a significant contribution to the theory and practice of customer value improvement research. First, this study has developed and validated a new framework. Second, this study has provided deeper knowledge and understanding for organisational leaders and improvement specialists through work undertaken for three peer reviewed journals. Third, this study has validated (Conti 2011) assertions concerning the inadequecies of the existing excellence frameworks. Fourth, this study has extended the work of Maier (1955) on people performance models by validating a more comprehensive performance model. Finally, the empirical study demonstrates that this new validated CVI framework has practical application in all organisations looking to increase the ROI through customer value improvement. Advisors/Committee Members: Murphy, Eamonn, Ledwith, Ann.

Subjects/Keywords: customer value improvement (CVI); performance improvement

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Heavey, C. (2013). A new approach to customer value improvement through co-leadership, trust and methodology for increased organisational return on investment. (Thesis). University of Limerick. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10344/7068

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Heavey, Colm. “A new approach to customer value improvement through co-leadership, trust and methodology for increased organisational return on investment.” 2013. Thesis, University of Limerick. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/10344/7068.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Heavey, Colm. “A new approach to customer value improvement through co-leadership, trust and methodology for increased organisational return on investment.” 2013. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Heavey C. A new approach to customer value improvement through co-leadership, trust and methodology for increased organisational return on investment. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Limerick; 2013. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10344/7068.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Heavey C. A new approach to customer value improvement through co-leadership, trust and methodology for increased organisational return on investment. [Thesis]. University of Limerick; 2013. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10344/7068

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Bath

7. Frangeskou, Marianna. An exploration of standardised processes in a knowledge-intensive healthcare operation : implementing the acute stroke care 'pathway'.

Degree: PhD, 2018, University of Bath

URL: https://researchportal.bath.ac.uk/en/studentTheses/an-exploration-of-standardised-processes-in-a-knowledge-intensive ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.782153

► A widely used mechanism for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare is the introduction of the clinical care pathway (i.e. an OM-type process initiative… (more)

▼ A widely used mechanism for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare is the introduction of the clinical care pathway (i.e. an OM-type process initiative summarising the optimal sequencing and timing of care for different types of patient). Research to date suggests variable levels of success for these improvement initiatives and, consequently, the research reported in this thesis sought to answer two framing research questions: (1) What, if any, are the distinctive characteristics of standard professional/judgement (healthcare) work, and (2) What are the challenges associated with implementation of standard work in a professional (healthcare) operations setting? The work draws on, and develops, concepts and insights from (healthcare) operations management and organisational routines. The research design takes the form of a single in-depth case study of the adoption of a stroke care pathway in a UK hospital, but various methods were used to triangulate the source material (e.g. multiple interviews, extensive non-participant observation, analysis of archival documents, performance data, etc.). The research suggests three areas where there is novel (OM) insight and specific implications for both healthcare practitioners/policy makers. Firstly, the stroke care pathway was a UK national (i.e. top-down) initiative requiring local implementation. This setting highlighted a specific gap in the traditional process logic. The pathway took flow dependency as its design logic but failed to recognise that a single treatment pathway would also be subject to other forms of dependency that would, in turn, undermine the adoption process. Specifically, informal competition between pathways for particular resources such as scanning created resource-sharing dependencies. Similarly, integration with other extant formal and informal care pathways, manifest in hospital KPIs, flow charts (and other artefacts) diagnostic disputes and the basic geography of the Hospital created fit/portfolio alignment dependencies. For theory, stressing the need for a multi-faceted/level notion of process is a key insight and for practice, these dimensions represent a useful extension for future pathway design. Secondly, building on key insights from the routines literature, pathway artefacts (diagrams, instruction manuals, software, etc.) can offer a critical insight into a key challenge for 'standard' (and the standardising of) professional work: individual autonomy. Autonomy with respect to specific (care) judgements is arguably the characteristic of such knowledge work but it inevitably leads to differential interpretation (diagnoses, models of care), negotiations and consequential "turf wars". Artefacts can be a significant visual/physical manifestation of these 'zones of autonomy'. It is equally important to note that the accuracy and representation of artefacts may have an effect on how practitioners perceive and process information, which subsequently is used to perform the work. For theory, OM scholars need to move beyond a normative…

Subjects/Keywords: healthcare operations management; process improvement; quality improvement

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Frangeskou, M. (2018). An exploration of standardised processes in a knowledge-intensive healthcare operation : implementing the acute stroke care 'pathway'. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Bath. Retrieved from https://researchportal.bath.ac.uk/en/studentTheses/an-exploration-of-standardised-processes-in-a-knowledge-intensive ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.782153

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Frangeskou, Marianna. “An exploration of standardised processes in a knowledge-intensive healthcare operation : implementing the acute stroke care 'pathway'.” 2018. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Bath. Accessed September 17, 2019. https://researchportal.bath.ac.uk/en/studentTheses/an-exploration-of-standardised-processes-in-a-knowledge-intensive ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.782153.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Frangeskou, Marianna. “An exploration of standardised processes in a knowledge-intensive healthcare operation : implementing the acute stroke care 'pathway'.” 2018. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Frangeskou M. An exploration of standardised processes in a knowledge-intensive healthcare operation : implementing the acute stroke care 'pathway'. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Bath; 2018. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: https://researchportal.bath.ac.uk/en/studentTheses/an-exploration-of-standardised-processes-in-a-knowledge-intensive ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.782153.

Council of Science Editors:

Frangeskou M. An exploration of standardised processes in a knowledge-intensive healthcare operation : implementing the acute stroke care 'pathway'. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Bath; 2018. Available from: https://researchportal.bath.ac.uk/en/studentTheses/an-exploration-of-standardised-processes-in-a-knowledge-intensive ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.782153

Texas A&M University

8. Singi Reddy, Giridhar Reddy. Evaluating txdot's safety improvement index - a prioritization tool.

Degree: 2009, Texas A&M University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2049

► In accordance with the federally mandated Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP), every state is required to ?develop and implement, on a continuous basis, a highway… (more)

▼ In accordance with the federally mandated Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP), every state is required to ?develop and implement, on a continuous basis, a highway safety improvement program which has the overall objective of reducing the number and severity of crashes and decreasing the potential for crashes on all highways? (FHWA, 1979). The federal government via the HSIP provides a significant amount of funding that allows every state to improve the safety of their highway network. With such large amounts of federal funds involved, it becomes essential that state transportation agencies take appropriate measures to utilize these funds in the most cost effective manner. As part of this program, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) uses a formula known as the ?Safety Improvement Index? (SII) for identification, ranking and selection of eligible projects. The SII is in essence used to rank potential projects by giving priority to projects that have a higher benefit-cost (B/C) ratio. Since the SII has not been updated within the last two decades, there is a need to determine whether the current formulation needs to be revised or updated. This concern has been reported in the literature. The objective of this thesis is to evaluate the SII in its current functional form and its usefulness to rank and prioritize projects for safety improvement. The evaluation procedure proposed in this thesis uses sensitivity analyses to study the effects of different input variables on the SII. The sensitivity analysis is performed with respect to five critical variables chosen on the basis of a literature review. The five variables studied are the Interest Rate, Removal of PDO Crashes, Crash Reduction Factors, Crash Rates, and Crash ? Flow Relationship. The focus of the evaluation is to compare the ranking of projects with respect to changes in the value of these input variables. The ranking are evaluated using various statistical methods, such as the Spearman Rank Order Correlation Test and Kendall?s Tau Test. The results of the analysis indicated that, although changes in the value of input variables affect the SII output, the ranking of projects is usually not affected, with the exception of the crash reduction factor variable. Hence, the same projects will be selected for safety improvement, even if different values are used in the SII. Therefore, it is recommended that the current formulation of the SII and the value of input variables used in the formula be retained by TxDOT for prioritizing safety improvement projects. However, it is suggested to examine the accuracy and uncertainty associated with reduction factors, since in some cases they were found to affect the ranking of projects. Advisors/Committee Members: Lord, Dominique (advisor), Wehrly, Tom (committee member), Zhang, yunlong (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Safety Improvement Index

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Singi Reddy, G. R. (2009). Evaluating txdot's safety improvement index - a prioritization tool. (Thesis). Texas A&M University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2049

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Singi Reddy, Giridhar Reddy. “Evaluating txdot's safety improvement index - a prioritization tool.” 2009. Thesis, Texas A&M University. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2049.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Singi Reddy, Giridhar Reddy. “Evaluating txdot's safety improvement index - a prioritization tool.” 2009. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Singi Reddy GR. Evaluating txdot's safety improvement index - a prioritization tool. [Internet] [Thesis]. Texas A&M University; 2009. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2049.

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Council of Science Editors:

Singi Reddy GR. Evaluating txdot's safety improvement index - a prioritization tool. [Thesis]. Texas A&M University; 2009. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2049

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Addis Ababa University

9. Hofosha, Dereje. The Implementation and Challenges of School Improvement Program in Government Secondary Schools of Oromia Special Zone surrounding Finfine .

Degree: 2012, Addis Ababa University

URL: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/4834

► This study was instigated by the fact that even though school improvement program (SIP) was being implemented with observable challenges like inadequate participation of stakeholders,… (more)

▼ This study was instigated by the fact that even though school improvement program (SIP) was being implemented with observable challenges like inadequate participation of stakeholders, lack of experience and skills among school principals, low coordination of school community that might have hindered the program from achieving its objectives in secondary schools in the zone and its successful implementation is labeled as pivotal concern for overall students‟ achievement , no conclusive study has been conducted concerning it in this zone. The main purpose of this study was, therefore, to assess the implementation of school improvement program and thereby to identify the major challenges that affect its proper implementation, and finding solution to ensure the success of SIP in Oromia Special Zone Surrounding Finfine Government Secondary Schools (OSGSS). In order to achieve this purpose, mixed design -both quantitative and qualitative approach was employed as research method in the study. The study was conducted in four secondary schools from a total of 14 secondary schools in sampled „woredas‟ and town administrations. Out these, one school was randomly selected while the other three secondary schools were selected by available sampling technique since there was only one secondary school in each rural and town administration. Teachers and students were selected by simple random sampling technique whereas the School principals, supervisors, woreda education office heads, PTA and SIC members were selected by purposive sampling techniques. To gather data, questionnaires, interviews, FGD observation and document reviews were employed. After the data were gathered, analysis was made by organizing in tables and computing using frequencies, percentage, mean value, standard deviation, t-test and chi-square. The findings of study indicated that the extent of teachers‟, students‟ and parents‟ participation in planning and implementing SIP was low; the mechanism through which monitoring and evaluation practiced to support SIP implementation was not in position to effectively run SIP. Furthermore the level of participation of community members to offer necessary support was low. In addition most of activities across the four domains were implemented at moderate level and students‟ achievement was also improved at moderate. Hence from the result of the study the overall implementation of SIP was moderate. Shortage of budget, insufficient school facilities, inability of school improvement committee to properly play their role, inadequate planning, low involvement of stake holders in the implementation of SIP and inadequate monitoring and evaluation were major factors that negatively affect SIP implementation. To alleviate the problems and to improve quality of education it was suggested that WEO should allocate adequate budget and schools should design income generating mechanism, fulfill school facilities, making active participation of stakeholders on planning\and SIP implementation, making school committee functional and…

Subjects/Keywords: School Improvement Program

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Hofosha, D. (2012). The Implementation and Challenges of School Improvement Program in Government Secondary Schools of Oromia Special Zone surrounding Finfine . (Thesis). Addis Ababa University. Retrieved from http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/4834

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Hofosha, Dereje. “The Implementation and Challenges of School Improvement Program in Government Secondary Schools of Oromia Special Zone surrounding Finfine .” 2012. Thesis, Addis Ababa University. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/4834.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Hofosha, Dereje. “The Implementation and Challenges of School Improvement Program in Government Secondary Schools of Oromia Special Zone surrounding Finfine .” 2012. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Hofosha D. The Implementation and Challenges of School Improvement Program in Government Secondary Schools of Oromia Special Zone surrounding Finfine . [Internet] [Thesis]. Addis Ababa University; 2012. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/4834.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

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Hofosha D. The Implementation and Challenges of School Improvement Program in Government Secondary Schools of Oromia Special Zone surrounding Finfine . [Thesis]. Addis Ababa University; 2012. Available from: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/4834

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Addis Ababa University

10. Kinde, Buli. Factors Affecting the Implementation of School Improvement Program: The Case of Nekemte Town.

Degree: 2014, Addis Ababa University

URL: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/7143

► Assessing the practices of school improvement program implementation in primary and secondary schools is vital to draw lessons and suggest future actions. Therefore, the objective… (more)

▼ Assessing the practices of school improvement program implementation in primary and secondary schools is vital to draw lessons and suggest future actions. Therefore, the objective of this study was to assess the practices of School Improvement Program implementation and challenges for the implementation ofSchool Improvement Programin primary and secondary schools of Nekemte Town .Methodologically descriptive survey was employed. Respondent for this study were school principals, deputy principals, School Improvement Committee, Teachers and Woreda Education officials. Instruments of data collection included questionnaires, interview, and document review. Pertaining to the sample population for the study, 6WoredaEducatin Officials, 16School principals, 107 Teachers and 14 School Improvement Committee. The data obtained from the respondents were analyzed, interpreted and the findings were discussed. The result of the study particularly disclosed the implementation practices of the programme has poor planning for implementation; however, there were problems in stakeholders’ participation, awareness creation, educational leadership competency, and in monitoring and evaluation practices of the programme implementation. Further this study came up with some factors affecting School Improvement Program implementation the major ones are inefficient utilization of available budget; lack of adequate budget to implement the planned activities; lack of commitment on the side of school level management; and lack of technical support from woreda education officials. Besides very fast and high turnover rate of school principals and lack of adequate capacity among educational officials working at woreda education offices and school principals to sustain the participation of stakeholders particularly teachers in the School Improvement Programimplementation are identified as problems of all educational sectors.To improve academically achievement of the student the schools should provide adequate training for practitioners, collaboratively plan to develop the accountability and responsibility in all stakeholders, and use different mechanisms and strategies to improve the implementation of the program Advisors/Committee Members: Dr. Hussien Kedir (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: improvement program implementation

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Kinde, B. (2014). Factors Affecting the Implementation of School Improvement Program: The Case of Nekemte Town. (Thesis). Addis Ababa University. Retrieved from http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/7143

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Kinde, Buli. “Factors Affecting the Implementation of School Improvement Program: The Case of Nekemte Town. ” 2014. Thesis, Addis Ababa University. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/7143.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Kinde, Buli. “Factors Affecting the Implementation of School Improvement Program: The Case of Nekemte Town. ” 2014. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Kinde B. Factors Affecting the Implementation of School Improvement Program: The Case of Nekemte Town. [Internet] [Thesis]. Addis Ababa University; 2014. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/7143.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Kinde B. Factors Affecting the Implementation of School Improvement Program: The Case of Nekemte Town. [Thesis]. Addis Ababa University; 2014. Available from: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/7143

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University of Georgia

11. Looney, Natalie Amber. Implementing the school plan: the influence of intellectual and social capital.

Degree: EdD, Educational Leadership, 2016, University of Georgia

URL: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/looney_natalie_a_201608_edd

► This action research case study utilizes a group of middle school leaders to examine the role of intellectual and social capacity within curriculum groups in… (more)

▼ This action research case study utilizes a group of middle school leaders to examine the role of intellectual and social capacity within curriculum groups in the implementation of formative practices, a component of the school improvement plan. This study addresses the concept of capacity by applying David Hargreaves’ Capital Theory of School Effectiveness and Improvement, which examines how leveraging intellectual and social capital improves educational outcomes. Through these concepts, this research explores the influence of capacity and the process of implementation. Hence, what do “we” already possess and what do “we” need to do in order to accomplish this goal? An action research team was organized to collaboratively develop the current school plan and design interventions that examine how curriculum groups acquire and share knowledge as it pertains to formative assessment. As qualitative data was collected and analyzed, the team worked through the action research cycles to determine how intellectual capacity (knowledge, experience, and skills) and social capacity (relationships, networks, and trust) influence the implementation of formative assessment practices. This study demonstrates how action research in regards to school improvement plans allows a school to strengthen formative practices, by examining the phenomenon of implementation and the influence of the action research cycles. In addition, the team explored how measurement and modeling of intellectual and social capital can inform decision-making processes in educational settings. The case study component of this project focused both on the work of the action research team and the implementation process within curriculum groups. Findings show that implementation is based on the degree to which each individual’s knowledge is known, shared, and utilized as a factor that contributes to group collaboration. These aspects, along with strong curriculum leadership influence the use of formative assessment practices in a school. Findings also show that trust, cohesion, and continuity set the stage for increased implementation within educational settings. In addition, action research can strengthen formative assessment practices through big picture awareness and a focus on listening and feedback. The use of measures and models can also assist with this awareness and inform decision-making processes in educational settings; however, leaders will have to decide when it is best to use them for evaluation and when it is best to use them for reflection and support. Advisors/Committee Members: April Peters-Hawkins.

Subjects/Keywords: School Improvement Plans

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Looney, N. A. (2016). Implementing the school plan: the influence of intellectual and social capital. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Georgia. Retrieved from http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/looney_natalie_a_201608_edd

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Looney, Natalie Amber. “Implementing the school plan: the influence of intellectual and social capital.” 2016. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Georgia. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/looney_natalie_a_201608_edd.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Looney, Natalie Amber. “Implementing the school plan: the influence of intellectual and social capital.” 2016. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Looney NA. Implementing the school plan: the influence of intellectual and social capital. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Georgia; 2016. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/looney_natalie_a_201608_edd.

Council of Science Editors:

Looney NA. Implementing the school plan: the influence of intellectual and social capital. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Georgia; 2016. Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/looney_natalie_a_201608_edd

12. Youssouf, Sajeda. OUTCOMES OF A PROGRAMME OF QUALITY IMPROVEMENT TO IMPROVE ATTAINMENT OF CLINICAL INDICATORS IN A CHRONIC DIALYSIS POPULATION.

Degree: 2017, University of Manchester

URL: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/escholar/uk-ac-man-scw:308624

► The management of people on dialysis is complex and requires a multi-disciplinary multi-professional approach. Observational studies in dialysis care have demonstrated a correlation between key… (more)

▼ The management of people on dialysis is complex and requires a multi-disciplinary multi-professional approach. Observational studies in dialysis care have demonstrated a correlation between key clinical indicators and survival. However, achieving change in such a complex setting is difficult, with limited evidence from controlled studies of the effectiveness of interventions to improve these indicators. There is little evaluation of how best to implement and sustain known best practice into clinical care. UK renal registry data shows that whilst overall standards have improved, variation between units remains unchanged. This variation demonstrates that feedback alone is not enough to implement best practise, and that it is also necessary to understand cultural, structural, organisational and process factors.Quality Improvement (QI) is the process by which change can be implemented in systems. Methodologies vary, and highlight the need for bespoke approaches tailored to fit the clinical context. In 2010 the Salford Royal renal network introduced a two-year programme of QI to improve clinical indicators in dialysis care. Results were followed up on completion of the programme to establish whether outcomes were sustained. This thesis starts with a literature review summarising the evidence to date on modifiable factors affecting outcomes in renal replacement therapy and the rationale for addressing these factors in our chronic dialysis population, the development of QI in healthcare, and the evidence for its use to improve outcomes in renal replacement therapy.The first aim of this thesis was to analyse the outcomes of the Salford quality improvement programme. This found that the programme was successful in improving attainment of clinical indicators, and there was evidence of a reduction in hospitalisation and its associated costs. The second aim was to analyse in more detail one aspect of the programme- reduction in peritonitis. Key themes that emerged from this were the role of audit and continuous measurement, the importance of local leadership, learning from best practice elsewhere, and a patient-centred approach to reducing avoidable harm. The last question centred on the sustainability of results. Review of two years’ follow up data on urea reduction ratio and bacteraemia identified that whilst not all changes to practice were sustained, both improved clinical outcomes were broadly sustained. However, additional themes emerged from the analyses, highlighting the need to embed ongoing continuous review into practice. Finally, I have described potential future work arising from this thesis. Advisors/Committee Members: HEGARTY, JANET J, Kalra, Philip, Hegarty, Janet.

Subjects/Keywords: quality improvement; dialysis

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Youssouf, S. (2017). OUTCOMES OF A PROGRAMME OF QUALITY IMPROVEMENT TO IMPROVE ATTAINMENT OF CLINICAL INDICATORS IN A CHRONIC DIALYSIS POPULATION. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Manchester. Retrieved from http://www.manchester.ac.uk/escholar/uk-ac-man-scw:308624

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Youssouf, Sajeda. “OUTCOMES OF A PROGRAMME OF QUALITY IMPROVEMENT TO IMPROVE ATTAINMENT OF CLINICAL INDICATORS IN A CHRONIC DIALYSIS POPULATION.” 2017. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Manchester. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://www.manchester.ac.uk/escholar/uk-ac-man-scw:308624.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Youssouf, Sajeda. “OUTCOMES OF A PROGRAMME OF QUALITY IMPROVEMENT TO IMPROVE ATTAINMENT OF CLINICAL INDICATORS IN A CHRONIC DIALYSIS POPULATION.” 2017. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Youssouf S. OUTCOMES OF A PROGRAMME OF QUALITY IMPROVEMENT TO IMPROVE ATTAINMENT OF CLINICAL INDICATORS IN A CHRONIC DIALYSIS POPULATION. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Manchester; 2017. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/escholar/uk-ac-man-scw:308624.

Council of Science Editors:

Youssouf S. OUTCOMES OF A PROGRAMME OF QUALITY IMPROVEMENT TO IMPROVE ATTAINMENT OF CLINICAL INDICATORS IN A CHRONIC DIALYSIS POPULATION. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Manchester; 2017. Available from: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/escholar/uk-ac-man-scw:308624

North-West University

13. Phalatse, R M. Factors that contribute to the successful turn-around of schools : A case study of a previously ''trapped school'' / R M Phalatse .

Degree: 2012, North-West University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10394/14409

► The purpose of this study was to determine the factors that contribute to the successful turnaround of schools. This research was conducted in the Ngaka… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: School improvement programs

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Phalatse, R. M. (2012). Factors that contribute to the successful turn-around of schools : A case study of a previously ''trapped school'' / R M Phalatse . (Thesis). North-West University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10394/14409

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Phalatse, R M. “Factors that contribute to the successful turn-around of schools : A case study of a previously ''trapped school'' / R M Phalatse .” 2012. Thesis, North-West University. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/10394/14409.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Phalatse, R M. “Factors that contribute to the successful turn-around of schools : A case study of a previously ''trapped school'' / R M Phalatse .” 2012. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Phalatse RM. Factors that contribute to the successful turn-around of schools : A case study of a previously ''trapped school'' / R M Phalatse . [Internet] [Thesis]. North-West University; 2012. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10394/14409.

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Phalatse RM. Factors that contribute to the successful turn-around of schools : A case study of a previously ''trapped school'' / R M Phalatse . [Thesis]. North-West University; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10394/14409

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Virginia Tech

14. Carter Jr., Dennis Gale. The Simultaneous Implementation of Two School Improvement Models in a Rural Southwest Virginia School System.

Degree: EdD, Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, 2014, Virginia Tech

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10919/70973

► The purpose of the study was to describe the process of simultaneous implementation of the Indistar model of school improvement and the University of Virginia… (more)

▼ The purpose of the study was to describe the process of simultaneous implementation of the Indistar model of school improvement and the University of Virginia School Turnaround model of school improvement and how those models influenced school improvement practices in a rural Southwest Virginia school system. Best practices from each of the school improvement models were identified and adopted, which led to the establishment of a hybrid model of school improvement. The study documents how and why the practices were adopted and used in the hybrid model. The paper includes a literature review which examines the evolution of school improvement in the U.S. The description of the historical development of school reform sets the context for in-depth reviews of five current research studies. The studies selected for review, as well as the research study, focus on the role of the central office in school improvement. A synthesis of the studies' findings provided evidence that further research was needed. Data sources for the study include an individual interview of the superintendent, focus group interviews of central office administration and school leadership teams, archival records, and documents. The focus group interviews were conducted to describe the process of implementation of the two school improvement models and to identify school improvement practices that were adopted by the division. This study identifies the practices that were adopted and implemented throughout the rural Southwest Virginia school system. Best practices that are used in the hybrid model of school improvement are Professional Learning Communities, acceleration teams, 90-day school improvement plans, and a tiered remediation program. Barriers to implementation of school improvement were time, the initial lack of support in the Indistar model, involvement, and the understanding of data and data analysis. The themes of professional development, external and internal supports, and sustainability of school improvement are discussed in Chapter 5. Recommendations for practice and future research are presented. Advisors/Committee Members: Tripp, Norman Wayne (committeechair), Lineburg, Mark Young (committee member), Magliaro, Susan G. (committee member), Sellers, James Louis (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: school turnaround; school improvement; strategies for school improvement; remediation; school improvement plan

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Carter Jr., D. G. (2014). The Simultaneous Implementation of Two School Improvement Models in a Rural Southwest Virginia School System. (Doctoral Dissertation). Virginia Tech. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10919/70973

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Carter Jr., Dennis Gale. “The Simultaneous Implementation of Two School Improvement Models in a Rural Southwest Virginia School System.” 2014. Doctoral Dissertation, Virginia Tech. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/10919/70973.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Carter Jr., Dennis Gale. “The Simultaneous Implementation of Two School Improvement Models in a Rural Southwest Virginia School System.” 2014. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Carter Jr. DG. The Simultaneous Implementation of Two School Improvement Models in a Rural Southwest Virginia School System. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Virginia Tech; 2014. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10919/70973.

Council of Science Editors:

Carter Jr. DG. The Simultaneous Implementation of Two School Improvement Models in a Rural Southwest Virginia School System. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Virginia Tech; 2014. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10919/70973

Duquesne University

15. Mathis, Peter James. An Investigation of How Accountability Systems Influence the Design and Development of Student Centered Learning Environments.

Degree: EdD, Professional Doctorate in Educational Leadership (ProDEL), 2016, Duquesne University

URL: https://dsc.duq.edu/etd/891

► The research reported in this dissertation investigates the impact that accountability systems have on the design and development of student centered learning environments. The nature… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Improvement Inquiry; Improvement Science; Networked Improvement Communities; Social Constructivist's Epistemology; Student Centered Learning Environments

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Mathis, P. J. (2016). An Investigation of How Accountability Systems Influence the Design and Development of Student Centered Learning Environments. (Doctoral Dissertation). Duquesne University. Retrieved from https://dsc.duq.edu/etd/891

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Mathis, Peter James. “An Investigation of How Accountability Systems Influence the Design and Development of Student Centered Learning Environments.” 2016. Doctoral Dissertation, Duquesne University. Accessed September 17, 2019. https://dsc.duq.edu/etd/891.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Mathis, Peter James. “An Investigation of How Accountability Systems Influence the Design and Development of Student Centered Learning Environments.” 2016. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Mathis PJ. An Investigation of How Accountability Systems Influence the Design and Development of Student Centered Learning Environments. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Duquesne University; 2016. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: https://dsc.duq.edu/etd/891.

Council of Science Editors:

Mathis PJ. An Investigation of How Accountability Systems Influence the Design and Development of Student Centered Learning Environments. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Duquesne University; 2016. Available from: https://dsc.duq.edu/etd/891

University of Zululand

16. Zondo, Robert Walter Dumisani. A comparative investigation into the applicability of gain-sharing programmes for the improvement of productivity in the automotive sector of South Africa .

Degree: 2009, University of Zululand

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10530/542

► Productivity has generated tremendous interest among economists. South Africa lacks both short and long-term growth in productivity. This includes commitment and participation in productivity initiatives… (more)

▼ Productivity has generated tremendous interest among economists. South Africa lacks both short and long-term growth in productivity. This includes commitment and participation in productivity initiatives at shop floor level and companies are faced with the challenge of promoting competition and innovation in productivity improvement amongst employees. South Africa’s labour productivity, in the manufacturing sector, is low when compared to Korea, the United States of America (USA), Taiwan, Japan, France and the United Kingdom (UK). It has increasingly been recognised, that by introducing a carefully crafted incentive scheme, it may be possible to induce South African workers to work both harder and smarter using existing technologies in new and better ways to enhance their productivity. Gain-sharing could be an appropriate method as has been the experience of industry in the USA and parts of Europe. The literature review defines gainsharing is a formula-based company-wide programme that provides for employees to share in the financial gains of a company as a result of its improved performance. It is a monetary reward that helps boosts a company’s productivity and radically reduces the cost of waste, spoilage, rejects, and rework. It can be used to replace bonus piecework schemes where quality is lost to quantity. The study focuses on gainsharing, given the low productivity level in the South African automotive parts-manufacturing industries. It is a comparative study and investigates the applicability of gainsharing programme for the improvement of productivity in this sector. Study objectives were achieved by examining the production and related experience of Company A and COMPANY B. These two automotive parts-manufacturing companies have adopted gainsharing strategy. The second objective of the study assessed whether gainsharing or other control variables are responsible for company productivity improvements. The research established that gainsharing improves productivity and reduces spoilage and absenteeism rates. Employees and management have gained confidence on gainsharing programme. Participants feel that de-layering, trade union participation, company age, ongoing training and equipment upgrade also play an important role in productivity improvement. Advisors/Committee Members: Nel, K.A (advisor), Contogiannis, E (advisor), Kaseeram, I (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: Productivity improvement ; Gain-sharing

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Zondo, R. W. D. (2009). A comparative investigation into the applicability of gain-sharing programmes for the improvement of productivity in the automotive sector of South Africa . (Thesis). University of Zululand. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10530/542

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Zondo, Robert Walter Dumisani. “A comparative investigation into the applicability of gain-sharing programmes for the improvement of productivity in the automotive sector of South Africa .” 2009. Thesis, University of Zululand. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/10530/542.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Zondo, Robert Walter Dumisani. “A comparative investigation into the applicability of gain-sharing programmes for the improvement of productivity in the automotive sector of South Africa .” 2009. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Zondo RWD. A comparative investigation into the applicability of gain-sharing programmes for the improvement of productivity in the automotive sector of South Africa . [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Zululand; 2009. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10530/542.

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Council of Science Editors:

Zondo RWD. A comparative investigation into the applicability of gain-sharing programmes for the improvement of productivity in the automotive sector of South Africa . [Thesis]. University of Zululand; 2009. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10530/542

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NSYSU

17. Liang, Shan-bo. Design and Implemention of an ePortfolio Management System Using Web2.0 Services.

Degree: Master, Chinese Literature, 2016, NSYSU

URL: http://etd.lib.nsysu.edu.tw/ETD-db/ETD-search/view_etd?URN=etd-0725116-153955

► Although along with the technical progress, the environment provides the information science and technology the teacher equipment, the purchase art appreciation exploration game disc software,… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: improvement appraisal; study platform

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Liang, S. (2016). Design and Implemention of an ePortfolio Management System Using Web2.0 Services. (Thesis). NSYSU. Retrieved from http://etd.lib.nsysu.edu.tw/ETD-db/ETD-search/view_etd?URN=etd-0725116-153955

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Liang, Shan-bo. “Design and Implemention of an ePortfolio Management System Using Web2.0 Services.” 2016. Thesis, NSYSU. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://etd.lib.nsysu.edu.tw/ETD-db/ETD-search/view_etd?URN=etd-0725116-153955.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Liang, Shan-bo. “Design and Implemention of an ePortfolio Management System Using Web2.0 Services.” 2016. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Liang S. Design and Implemention of an ePortfolio Management System Using Web2.0 Services. [Internet] [Thesis]. NSYSU; 2016. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://etd.lib.nsysu.edu.tw/ETD-db/ETD-search/view_etd?URN=etd-0725116-153955.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Liang S. Design and Implemention of an ePortfolio Management System Using Web2.0 Services. [Thesis]. NSYSU; 2016. Available from: http://etd.lib.nsysu.edu.tw/ETD-db/ETD-search/view_etd?URN=etd-0725116-153955

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University of Alberta

18. Devani, Kajal. Design and Demonstration of a High Throughput DNA Tracking System for Genetic Improvement and Brand Verification in the Canadian Beef Industry.

Degree: MS, Department of Agricultural, Food, and Nutritional Science, 2014, University of Alberta

URL: https://era.library.ualberta.ca/files/sf268537s

► The Canadian beef industry today is challenged to adapt to climate change and to produce quality beef more efficiently, using fewer resources and with less… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Beef; Genetic improvement; Traceability

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Devani, K. (2014). Design and Demonstration of a High Throughput DNA Tracking System for Genetic Improvement and Brand Verification in the Canadian Beef Industry. (Masters Thesis). University of Alberta. Retrieved from https://era.library.ualberta.ca/files/sf268537s

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Devani, Kajal. “Design and Demonstration of a High Throughput DNA Tracking System for Genetic Improvement and Brand Verification in the Canadian Beef Industry.” 2014. Masters Thesis, University of Alberta. Accessed September 17, 2019. https://era.library.ualberta.ca/files/sf268537s.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Devani, Kajal. “Design and Demonstration of a High Throughput DNA Tracking System for Genetic Improvement and Brand Verification in the Canadian Beef Industry.” 2014. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Devani K. Design and Demonstration of a High Throughput DNA Tracking System for Genetic Improvement and Brand Verification in the Canadian Beef Industry. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Alberta; 2014. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: https://era.library.ualberta.ca/files/sf268537s.

Council of Science Editors:

Devani K. Design and Demonstration of a High Throughput DNA Tracking System for Genetic Improvement and Brand Verification in the Canadian Beef Industry. [Masters Thesis]. University of Alberta; 2014. Available from: https://era.library.ualberta.ca/files/sf268537s

Addis Ababa University

19. Habte, Bekele. Continuous Improvement in Safety, Quality, and Productivity Crystal Tannery S.Co .

Degree: 2013, Addis Ababa University

URL: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/5063

► Continuous improvement is a companywide process of focused and continuous incremental innovation. Deming described it as a philosophy that consisting of an improvement initiative that… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Continuous improvement; safety; quality; productivity

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Habte, B. (2013). Continuous Improvement in Safety, Quality, and Productivity Crystal Tannery S.Co . (Thesis). Addis Ababa University. Retrieved from http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/5063

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Habte, Bekele. “Continuous Improvement in Safety, Quality, and Productivity Crystal Tannery S.Co .” 2013. Thesis, Addis Ababa University. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/5063.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Habte, Bekele. “Continuous Improvement in Safety, Quality, and Productivity Crystal Tannery S.Co .” 2013. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Habte B. Continuous Improvement in Safety, Quality, and Productivity Crystal Tannery S.Co . [Internet] [Thesis]. Addis Ababa University; 2013. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/5063.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

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Habte B. Continuous Improvement in Safety, Quality, and Productivity Crystal Tannery S.Co . [Thesis]. Addis Ababa University; 2013. Available from: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/5063

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Addis Ababa University

20. Habtamu, Dufera. Assessment of the Implementation of School Improvement Program in Selected Secondary Schools of West Wollega Zone .

Degree: 2014, Addis Ababa University

URL: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/7146

► The purpose of this study was to assess the implementation of school improvement program (SIP) in selected secondary schools of west wollega zone and identified… (more)

▼ The purpose of this study was to assess the implementation of school improvement program (SIP) in selected secondary schools of west wollega zone and identified the practice, challenges and awareness on the program .In order to attain the objectives of the study a descriptive survey method was employed. The study was conducted in 8 secondary schools of the five sample waredas. Then from each school and respective woreda teachers were selected by using simple random sampling technique whereas school principals, secondary school supervisors and WEO heads were selected on the purposive basis of decisive position they assume pertaining to the issue. For this study, Questionnaire was used as the main instrument of data collection from teachers and schools principals’ .Accordingly, 106 copies were distributed out of which 87 from teachers and 18 from school principals were properly filled and returned. The data obtained from questionnaires were analyzed using statistical tools such as frequency count, percentages, weighted mean score and ttest values. On the other hand, the data obtained through Interview, FGD, Observation checklist and Document review were analyzed qualitatively to substantiate the result of quantitative analysis. The findings of the study showed that the majority of leaders were not qualified in the position they hold currently, shortage of financial resources, lack of learning facilities, poor evaluations of curriculum, conducting action research, absence of laboratory room and equipments, shortage of reference books, computers, poor community participation, low school management commitment for student achievement, poor community mobilization by school leaders, poor regular communication with stakeholders and lack of consistent supervisory support from WEO in SIP implementation. Hence, from the result of study, it was concluded that since most of activities across the four domains were not fully implemented. School improvement program in the study area was not implemented as indicated in the framework. The study has also recommended integrated efforts of all stakeholders mainly, the school community, parents, school principals in collaboration with Woreda Education Office, Zonal Education Department, Oromia Education Bureau and the Federal Ministry of Education to implement the desired objectives of the school improvement program. Advisors/Committee Members: Dr. Zenebe Baraki (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: lmplementation of school improvement program

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Habtamu, D. (2014). Assessment of the Implementation of School Improvement Program in Selected Secondary Schools of West Wollega Zone . (Thesis). Addis Ababa University. Retrieved from http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/7146

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Habtamu, Dufera. “Assessment of the Implementation of School Improvement Program in Selected Secondary Schools of West Wollega Zone .” 2014. Thesis, Addis Ababa University. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/7146.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Habtamu, Dufera. “Assessment of the Implementation of School Improvement Program in Selected Secondary Schools of West Wollega Zone .” 2014. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Habtamu D. Assessment of the Implementation of School Improvement Program in Selected Secondary Schools of West Wollega Zone . [Internet] [Thesis]. Addis Ababa University; 2014. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/7146.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Habtamu D. Assessment of the Implementation of School Improvement Program in Selected Secondary Schools of West Wollega Zone . [Thesis]. Addis Ababa University; 2014. Available from: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/7146

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Addis Ababa University

21. RAHEL, ASHAGRE. THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM IN KOKEBE TSIBAH AND WONDYRAD PREPARATORY SCHOOLS .

Degree: 2014, Addis Ababa University

URL: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/7359

► The purpose of the study was to assess the implementation of School Improvement Program in two preparatory schools, namely, Kokebe Tsibah and Wondyrad Preparatory Schools… (more)

▼ The purpose of the study was to assess the implementation of School Improvement Program in two preparatory schools, namely, Kokebe Tsibah and Wondyrad Preparatory Schools located in Yeka Woreda. Both quantitative and qualitative methods were used. Questionnaires containing close ended and open ended questions were designed and distributed to five groups of stakeholders.. Interview was also conducted with the head of the Woreda Office. The stakeholders were asked varied questions on the different aspects of the school improvement program. The population of the study was 116 teachers, 10 members of School Improvement Committee, 17 members of Student Council, all available members of parent teacher association, principals of the schools and head of the Woreda Education Office. The sampling techniques used were random and availability sampling. All the principals, all available and willing teachers‟ members of the student SCS, PTA and SIP committee and the head of the Woreda Office were considered in the study. The data was analyzed using SPSS 20 and count. The findings revealed that there is significant lack awareness among the stakeholders, shortage of finance and materials which impedes the implementation of the program, lack of collaboration, lack of self evaluation, and teachers‟ resistance to the program. Based on the analysis of the data, the following conclusions were made: the awareness creating effort made by the schools was only partially successful, the involvement of stakeholders in planning and implementing of the program is not satisfactory. As for impediments, the program suffered from lack of awareness on the part of stakeholders, financial constraints, lack of materials, lack of collaboration among stakeholders lack of self evaluation, and teachers„ resistance to the program. The following major recommendations were made: The concerned body should convince and motivate teachers and financial and material provision should be raised, work should be done to improve the behavior of students, political bias should be eliminated from schools Advisors/Committee Members: Dr. Woube Kassaye (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: Implementation of School Improvement Progra

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RAHEL, A. (2014). THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM IN KOKEBE TSIBAH AND WONDYRAD PREPARATORY SCHOOLS . (Thesis). Addis Ababa University. Retrieved from http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/7359

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

RAHEL, ASHAGRE. “THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM IN KOKEBE TSIBAH AND WONDYRAD PREPARATORY SCHOOLS .” 2014. Thesis, Addis Ababa University. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/7359.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

RAHEL, ASHAGRE. “THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM IN KOKEBE TSIBAH AND WONDYRAD PREPARATORY SCHOOLS .” 2014. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

RAHEL A. THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM IN KOKEBE TSIBAH AND WONDYRAD PREPARATORY SCHOOLS . [Internet] [Thesis]. Addis Ababa University; 2014. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/7359.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

RAHEL A. THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM IN KOKEBE TSIBAH AND WONDYRAD PREPARATORY SCHOOLS . [Thesis]. Addis Ababa University; 2014. Available from: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/7359

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University of Nairobi

22. Wambura, Collins. Service Quality And Performance Improvement In Health Care: A Case Of Kenyatta National Hospital .

Degree: 2016, University of Nairobi

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/99398

► For service organizations to achieve higher performance, quality should never be compromised at all costs. Employing of reliable and a valid instrument of quality measurements… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Performance Improvement In Health Care

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Wambura, C. (2016). Service Quality And Performance Improvement In Health Care: A Case Of Kenyatta National Hospital . (Thesis). University of Nairobi. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/11295/99398

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Wambura, Collins. “Service Quality And Performance Improvement In Health Care: A Case Of Kenyatta National Hospital .” 2016. Thesis, University of Nairobi. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/11295/99398.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Wambura, Collins. “Service Quality And Performance Improvement In Health Care: A Case Of Kenyatta National Hospital .” 2016. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Wambura C. Service Quality And Performance Improvement In Health Care: A Case Of Kenyatta National Hospital . [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Nairobi; 2016. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/99398.

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Council of Science Editors:

Wambura C. Service Quality And Performance Improvement In Health Care: A Case Of Kenyatta National Hospital . [Thesis]. University of Nairobi; 2016. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/99398

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University of Southern California

23. Lahr, Erin Lynn. Toward school improvement and fiscal equity: examining educational adequacy in a Southern California school district.

Degree: EdD, Education (Leadership), 2010, University of Southern California

URL: http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/cdm/compoundobject/collection/p15799coll127/id/365179/rec/7515

► A purposeful sample of four schools within one Southern California district with approximately 80% poverty and 60% English learners documented the practices of successful schools… (more)

▼ A purposeful sample of four schools within one Southern California district with approximately 80% poverty and 60% English learners documented the practices of successful schools in allocating resources toward student achievement. These schools, all of which had poverty rates above 50% demonstrated growth of around 20% in their AYP scores over the past five years. Data collection protocols were adapted from previous resource allocation studies in Wyoming, Washington and Arkansas (Picus, et al., 2008). Both quantitative and qualitative data were collected utilizing the Evidence-based Model and open-ended interview protocols as a basis for documenting resource allocation practices and instructional strategies of successful schools.; Current funding levels and allocations demonstrate that resources for GEUSD schools are inadequate or not at levels recommended by the Evidence-based Model complicating efforts to achieve an adequate education for all students. Primary elements of resource use at level less than the model suggests include: (1) class size; (2) instructional and administrative staffing; and (3) professional development. Despite these fiscal challenges, GEUSD has implemented a school improvement process employing many action steps found in the literature, which have lead to substantially improved student achievement. All four schools have implemented to some degree all of the 10 steps that Odden and Archibald (2009) assert are necessary for improving student performance.; A comparison of school and district practices to the Evidence-based Model and best practices identified in the literature revealed implications for educational leaders. The findings are paraphrased into six key areas that school leaders should allocate resources toward for improved student success: (1) assessment of the performance problems and setting goals; (2) changing the curriculum and setting a new instructional vision; (3) measuring and monitoring progress; (4) collaborative culture and professional development based on research and promising practices; (5) core and supplemental intervention instructional time and programs; and (6) widespread and distributed leadership. Advisors/Committee Members: Picus, Lawrence O. (Committee Chair), Brewer, Dominic J. (Committee Member), Nelson, John L. (Committee Member).

Subjects/Keywords: education; school improvement; educational adequacy

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Lahr, E. L. (2010). Toward school improvement and fiscal equity: examining educational adequacy in a Southern California school district. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Southern California. Retrieved from http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/cdm/compoundobject/collection/p15799coll127/id/365179/rec/7515

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Lahr, Erin Lynn. “Toward school improvement and fiscal equity: examining educational adequacy in a Southern California school district.” 2010. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Southern California. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/cdm/compoundobject/collection/p15799coll127/id/365179/rec/7515.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Lahr, Erin Lynn. “Toward school improvement and fiscal equity: examining educational adequacy in a Southern California school district.” 2010. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Lahr EL. Toward school improvement and fiscal equity: examining educational adequacy in a Southern California school district. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Southern California; 2010. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/cdm/compoundobject/collection/p15799coll127/id/365179/rec/7515.

Council of Science Editors:

Lahr EL. Toward school improvement and fiscal equity: examining educational adequacy in a Southern California school district. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Southern California; 2010. Available from: http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/cdm/compoundobject/collection/p15799coll127/id/365179/rec/7515

24. Freytas, Hector. A Collaborative & Strategic Approach To Improve School Achievement Through Effective Attendance/Truancy Policies And Procedures.

Degree: EdD Doctor of Education, Educational Leadership, 2017, National-Louis University

URL: https://digitalcommons.nl.edu/diss/283

► The purpose of this program evaluation was to review the current attendance/truancy policies and procedures of Mountain West High School (MWHS), identify gaps and… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Attendance; School Improvement; Truancy; Education

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Freytas, H. (2017). A Collaborative & Strategic Approach To Improve School Achievement Through Effective Attendance/Truancy Policies And Procedures. (Doctoral Dissertation). National-Louis University. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.nl.edu/diss/283

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Freytas, Hector. “A Collaborative & Strategic Approach To Improve School Achievement Through Effective Attendance/Truancy Policies And Procedures.” 2017. Doctoral Dissertation, National-Louis University. Accessed September 17, 2019. https://digitalcommons.nl.edu/diss/283.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Freytas, Hector. “A Collaborative & Strategic Approach To Improve School Achievement Through Effective Attendance/Truancy Policies And Procedures.” 2017. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Freytas H. A Collaborative & Strategic Approach To Improve School Achievement Through Effective Attendance/Truancy Policies And Procedures. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. National-Louis University; 2017. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: https://digitalcommons.nl.edu/diss/283.

Council of Science Editors:

Freytas H. A Collaborative & Strategic Approach To Improve School Achievement Through Effective Attendance/Truancy Policies And Procedures. [Doctoral Dissertation]. National-Louis University; 2017. Available from: https://digitalcommons.nl.edu/diss/283

University of Cambridge

25. Summerbell, Daniel Leo. Environmental performance improvement in the cement industry.

Degree: PhD, 2018, University of Cambridge

URL: https://www.repository.cam.ac.uk/handle/1810/275450 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.744792

► This research investigates ways to reduce the carbon dioxide emissions from the cement industry. Cement is one of the largest sources of man-made greenhouse gases,… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Peformance Improvement; Operational Improvement; Cement; Manufacturing; Environmental Improvement; Industrial Engineering; Performance Variation; Environmental Performance Improvement; CO2 Emissions; Demand Side Management

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Summerbell, D. L. (2018). Environmental performance improvement in the cement industry. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Cambridge. Retrieved from https://www.repository.cam.ac.uk/handle/1810/275450 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.744792

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Summerbell, Daniel Leo. “Environmental performance improvement in the cement industry.” 2018. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Cambridge. Accessed September 17, 2019. https://www.repository.cam.ac.uk/handle/1810/275450 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.744792.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Summerbell, Daniel Leo. “Environmental performance improvement in the cement industry.” 2018. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Summerbell DL. Environmental performance improvement in the cement industry. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Cambridge; 2018. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: https://www.repository.cam.ac.uk/handle/1810/275450 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.744792.

Council of Science Editors:

Summerbell DL. Environmental performance improvement in the cement industry. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Cambridge; 2018. Available from: https://www.repository.cam.ac.uk/handle/1810/275450 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.744792

Oregon State University

26. Holliday, John W. (John William). The effects of CI tools and implementation practices on hospital performance.

Degree: PhD, Industrial Engineering, 2010, Oregon State University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1957/16344

► Continuous Improvement (CI) is an integral part of hospital administration. This study examined the relationship between five CI variables against six hospital criterion measures of,… (more)

▼ Continuous Improvement (CI) is an integral part of hospital administration. This study examined the relationship between five CI variables against six hospital criterion measures of, wait times to prepare a room, patient costs per day, waiting time for lab results, reportable errors, patient satisfaction, and employee satisfaction. The research was conducted using information gathered from 17 returned surveys out of a possible of 206 hospitals in three northwestern states. A survey was developed and administered to provide hospital level assessments of five CI variables and six hospital performance measures. Differences between efficiency and effectiveness CI tool usage were also investigated. Differences in tool usage between large, medium, and small hospital size groupings were also investigated. A statistically significant difference was observed between small, medium, and large hospitals in their responses to this survey. There were 12 significant correlations reported between specific CI tools and individual hospital performance measures. Nine of these significant correlations indicated poorer results for those hospitals that reported more frequently CI tool usage than those hospitals that did not. For hospitals, the findings of this study indicated that the majority of the hypotheses did not support the strongly held and prevailing notion that the more individuals trained in CI tools and implementation practices the more the employee will be actively involved in continuous improvement. The results of this study also did not support some of the prevailing ideas related to the use of CI tools and implementation practices and performance improvement. Support was found to indicate that for the participants in this study, effectiveness tools were used more than efficiency tools. The results of this study also supported some previous research indicating that organizational size may be an important factor in the level of application of CI tools. Advisors/Committee Members: Doolen, Toni (advisor), Funk, Kenneth (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Continuous Improvement; Hospitals – Administration – Evaluation

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Holliday, J. W. (. W. (2010). The effects of CI tools and implementation practices on hospital performance. (Doctoral Dissertation). Oregon State University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1957/16344

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Holliday, John W (John William). “The effects of CI tools and implementation practices on hospital performance.” 2010. Doctoral Dissertation, Oregon State University. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/1957/16344.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Holliday, John W (John William). “The effects of CI tools and implementation practices on hospital performance.” 2010. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Holliday JW(W. The effects of CI tools and implementation practices on hospital performance. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Oregon State University; 2010. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1957/16344.

Council of Science Editors:

Holliday JW(W. The effects of CI tools and implementation practices on hospital performance. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Oregon State University; 2010. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1957/16344

Queensland University of Technology

27. Maine, John A. Methods to improve the energy output of dye sensitized solar cell arrays.

Degree: 2014, Queensland University of Technology

URL: https://eprints.qut.edu.au/79569/

The work examined the operation and optimisation of dye-sensitised solar cell arrays, informing ways to improve performance through materials choices and geometrical design. Methods to improve the output of solar arrays under shading by external objects like trees or building were developed.

Subjects/Keywords: Solar; Arrays; Output; Efficiency; Improvement

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Maine, J. A. (2014). Methods to improve the energy output of dye sensitized solar cell arrays. (Thesis). Queensland University of Technology. Retrieved from https://eprints.qut.edu.au/79569/

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Maine, John A. “Methods to improve the energy output of dye sensitized solar cell arrays.” 2014. Thesis, Queensland University of Technology. Accessed September 17, 2019. https://eprints.qut.edu.au/79569/.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Maine, John A. “Methods to improve the energy output of dye sensitized solar cell arrays.” 2014. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Maine JA. Methods to improve the energy output of dye sensitized solar cell arrays. [Internet] [Thesis]. Queensland University of Technology; 2014. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: https://eprints.qut.edu.au/79569/.

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Council of Science Editors:

Maine JA. Methods to improve the energy output of dye sensitized solar cell arrays. [Thesis]. Queensland University of Technology; 2014. Available from: https://eprints.qut.edu.au/79569/

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Cornell University

28. Randl, Chad. "Live Better Where You Are": Home Improvement And The Rhetoric Of Renewal In The Postwar United States .

Degree: 2014, Cornell University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1813/36060

► While sinuous rows of new suburban ramblers remain the predominant symbol of post-World War II housing in the United States, the upgrading of existing homes… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: architectural history; home improvement

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Randl, C. (2014). "Live Better Where You Are": Home Improvement And The Rhetoric Of Renewal In The Postwar United States . (Thesis). Cornell University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1813/36060

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Randl, Chad. “"Live Better Where You Are": Home Improvement And The Rhetoric Of Renewal In The Postwar United States .” 2014. Thesis, Cornell University. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/1813/36060.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Randl, Chad. “"Live Better Where You Are": Home Improvement And The Rhetoric Of Renewal In The Postwar United States .” 2014. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Randl C. "Live Better Where You Are": Home Improvement And The Rhetoric Of Renewal In The Postwar United States . [Internet] [Thesis]. Cornell University; 2014. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1813/36060.

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Council of Science Editors:

Randl C. "Live Better Where You Are": Home Improvement And The Rhetoric Of Renewal In The Postwar United States . [Thesis]. Cornell University; 2014. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1813/36060

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Uppsala University

29. Olsson, Andreas. Energieffektivisering av arbetsbodar på byggarbetsplatser.

Degree: Construction Engineering, 2012, Uppsala University

URL: http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:uu:diva-171963

► Everyone has to take a greater responsibility in energy issues, both individuals and companies. There have been some major developments in the construction industry… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Improvement; energy efficiency; shed establishments

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APA (6^th Edition):

Olsson, A. (2012). Energieffektivisering av arbetsbodar på byggarbetsplatser. (Thesis). Uppsala University. Retrieved from http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:uu:diva-171963

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Olsson, Andreas. “Energieffektivisering av arbetsbodar på byggarbetsplatser.” 2012. Thesis, Uppsala University. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:uu:diva-171963.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Olsson, Andreas. “Energieffektivisering av arbetsbodar på byggarbetsplatser.” 2012. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Olsson A. Energieffektivisering av arbetsbodar på byggarbetsplatser. [Internet] [Thesis]. Uppsala University; 2012. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:uu:diva-171963.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Olsson A. Energieffektivisering av arbetsbodar på byggarbetsplatser. [Thesis]. Uppsala University; 2012. Available from: http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:uu:diva-171963

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Delft University of Technology

30. Loenis, B.J.C. Practical improvement of the growers’ transport operation in a demand-driven floricultural sector:.

Degree: 2015, Delft University of Technology

URL: http://resolver.tudelft.nl/uuid:809891f8-ebca-43fd-9996-76d33c2d1ee8

► This research investigates the changes which occur in the floricultural sector and how this changing sector affects the transport operation of floricultural growers. By means… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: floricultural sector; transport improvement

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APA (6^th Edition):

Loenis, B. J. C. (2015). Practical improvement of the growers’ transport operation in a demand-driven floricultural sector:. (Masters Thesis). Delft University of Technology. Retrieved from http://resolver.tudelft.nl/uuid:809891f8-ebca-43fd-9996-76d33c2d1ee8

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Loenis, B J C. “Practical improvement of the growers’ transport operation in a demand-driven floricultural sector:.” 2015. Masters Thesis, Delft University of Technology. Accessed September 17, 2019. http://resolver.tudelft.nl/uuid:809891f8-ebca-43fd-9996-76d33c2d1ee8.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Loenis, B J C. “Practical improvement of the growers’ transport operation in a demand-driven floricultural sector:.” 2015. Web. 17 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Loenis BJC. Practical improvement of the growers’ transport operation in a demand-driven floricultural sector:. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Delft University of Technology; 2015. [cited 2019 Sep 17]. Available from: http://resolver.tudelft.nl/uuid:809891f8-ebca-43fd-9996-76d33c2d1ee8.

Council of Science Editors:

Loenis BJC. Practical improvement of the growers’ transport operation in a demand-driven floricultural sector:. [Masters Thesis]. Delft University of Technology; 2015. Available from: http://resolver.tudelft.nl/uuid:809891f8-ebca-43fd-9996-76d33c2d1ee8

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