Articles tagged with Feedback
A study found that local government supervisors benefit from training on conceptual leadership skills every 8-9 months, but less frequent training is needed for interpersonal skills. The study suggests that investing in more frequent conceptual skill-building can be a cost-effective way to improve employee performance.
Standardized test designers should use tests as tools to promote learning, provide feedback, and encourage self-assessment to enhance student outcomes. The researchers recommend adapting tests to students' ability levels and ensuring they encourage critical thinking and application of knowledge.
The soft skin modules use air-filled cavities to cushion collisions and provide pressure feedback for grasping delicate objects. The researchers successfully tested the modules on a disposable plastic cup, a roll of printer paper, and a piece of tofu, reducing peak forces by 32-52% and side impacts by 26-37%.
A meta-analysis of 42 studies found that goal-based, computerized feedback is the best approach to reduce energy use. Feedback on progress towards personal energy use goals was more effective than comparing energy usage to neighbors.
The National Science Foundation has invested $10 million in smart service systems that learn from data to center on people through individual feedback and input. These adaptive and individualized interactions create more value.
The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) has proposed an alternate pathway to recertification that focuses on active, adaptive, self-directed learning modules. This approach aims to enhance patient care by making the recertification process more individualized and competency-based.
A study found that men tend to overestimate their mathematical prowess, while women accurately assess their skills. This biases men to pursue careers in STEM fields more often.
Researchers at Georgia State University found that chimpanzees can adjust their behavior based on confidence in their responses to memory tests. The study suggests that chimpanzees share with humans the capacity for metacognitive monitoring, which reflects a form of cognitive control underlying intelligent decision-making across species.
A study found that computerized clinical decision support systems failed to identify relevant appropriateness criteria for most orders, resulting in 63.3% and 66.5% inaccuracies. Despite providing feedback, improvements in appropriate imaging ordering were not immediately observed.
A WSU study reveals that sleep deprivation can lead to catastrophic decisions in crisis situations, affecting doctors, first responders, and military personnel. The experiment simulated real-world scenarios, showing that sleep-deprived individuals struggle to adapt to changing circumstances.
A new study from the University of Missouri found that personalized computer feedback can significantly mitigate problem gambling behaviors in college-aged adults. Participants who received individualized feedback from a computer showed a significant decline in problem gambling behavior compared to those who received standard informati...
Researchers found that successful feedback involves sharing incomplete work, constructive two-way conversations, and a desire to understand the process. Critical is a conversation between worker and feedback provider who are receptive to help and have done their homework.
A University at Buffalo study suggests that people who grew up in cold and neglectful family environments may have a foggier sense of self, despite high self-esteem. Adults with low self-esteem from similar backgrounds surprisingly have relatively high self-clarity, according to the research.
Researchers at MIT and Michigan State University have developed a theory explaining how galaxy clusters regulate star formation. The study found that hot intracluster gas cools rapidly, condenses, and collapses to form new stars, but also triggers conduction and precipitation-driven feedback, which prevent excessive star birth.
A study by economists from Friedrich-Schiller-Universitaet Jena found that three out of four customer complaints are not passed on to line managers, despite specific regulations in place. The researchers recommend training employees on the importance of forwarding complaints and developing incentives for their participation.
Research shows that altering visual cues can impact pain by changing the physical point at which pain is experienced. Participants who suffered from chronic neck pain were shown to have a broader range of motion when visual feedback understated head rotation and a reduced range when it overstated head rotation.
A new study finds that individuals with attachment anxiety use Facebook frequently to seek feedback and reassurance, while extraverted users engage on the platform for different reasons. The research highlights the importance of personality in shaping social media engagement.
A new study found that teen girls who practiced saying 'no' to unwanted advances in a virtual environment reported less sexual victimization. The effects persisted over three months, with those who previously experienced dating violence showing lower levels of psychological aggression and distress.
A new study by Penn State geoscientists suggests that the Greenland Ice Sheet is melting at a faster rate due to rising temperatures, with potential global sea level rise of up to 24 feet. The study's findings highlight the importance of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate this effect and protect vulnerable communities.
Researchers found that users who share news on social media sites, especially those who engage with friends, are more involved with the content. Users who ask questions or seek opinions from friends show increased involvement, suggesting that developers should encourage discussions about shared content.
A new study by Tel Aviv University researchers proposes a two-pronged strategy of vigilant parental intervention and monitoring technology to reduce risks involved in adolescent driving. The research found that the combined technological monitoring plus intervention was most effective for drivers who exhibited the riskiest behavior.
A new pilot study found that majority of tweets from an Emergency Medicine Conference accurately reflected the presenter's message, while some misrepresented it and potentially harmed speaker's reputation. The study highlights the need for further assessment on the impact of social media on presentation quality.
Forest carbon projects offer benefits beyond carbon storage, including cooling effects and biophysical feedbacks. Deciduous broadleaf trees provide stronger cooling benefits than evergreen needleleaf trees in temperate ecosystems.
A new technology has been developed that allows for the creation of an invisible 3D haptic shape using ultrasound. This innovation enables surgeons to explore complex medical imaging data, such as CT scans, in a more immersive and tactile manner.
A recent study led by the University of Cambridge found that ozone plays a crucial role in global warming, reducing surface warming by approximately 20% compared to most models. This discovery underscores the importance of including ozone feedback in climate models for more accurate predictions.
The Disney Research library contains over 50 'feel effects,' including rain, a walking cat, and a beating heart. Novice users can create and share their own haptic effects using the FeelCraft software.
Despite the grueling challenge, physicists can overcome the 'valley of death' by recruiting expertise and committing to projects. Boston-based company MC10's success highlights the rewards of perseverance.
A new study has shown that even the lightest fingertip touch can significantly reduce sway in people with balance issues. The research, led by the University of Birmingham, found that this phenomenon is due to a sensory weighting mechanism that combines individual sensory feedback and motion cues from a partner.
A program providing guidance on antibiotic prescribing for children is effective but loses its benefits after auditing and feedback cease. Continued feedback to clinicians is crucial to maintaining proper usage.
Researchers found a 37% reduction in energy consumption when using the Persuasive Technology and Energy Delegate (IPTED) method, which combined real-time feedback with peer social influence. The study showed that this approach can significantly reduce energy use among students if implemented in residential halls.
A new study by University of Illinois professor Ravi S. Gajendran found that telecommuting yields positive effects on task- and context-based performance for employees with good relationships with their bosses. However, for workers without a strong employer relationship, telecommuting actually improves performance.
Researchers analyze 13 wearable activity monitors to determine their effectiveness in promoting healthy behaviors. While many apps are in line with health community recommendations, some lack key features such as action planning and problem-solving tools.
New research reveals that people with lower social connections have a higher threshold for determining animacy in faces. This suggests that individuals with high social connection desires prioritize recognizing human-like features less to form connections. The study sheds light on the role of social motivation in face perception and ma...
A recent study found that up to 20% of medical students reported mistreatment, including public humiliation, during their clinical education. Only 31% of those who experienced mistreatment reported it to administrators.
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association found that crowdsourced ratings of food pictures by app users are comparable to those given by trained experts. This suggests that crowdsourcing may be a viable way to improve adherence to dietary self-monitoring and support weight loss.
A 1996 research paper by Michael Pazzani and colleagues has been selected as the most influential from The Thirteenth National Conference on Artificial Intelligence. The paper introduced a system to personalize internet content based on user profiles, which has since become a common application of artificial intelligence.
Patients with advanced co-existinig illnesses struggle to cope with the bewildering array of services and treatments, often finding it 'impersonal' and 'challenging'. The analysis of patient and carer feedback emphasizes the need for a systematic approach to identify patients with multiple advanced illnesses.
A study published in Annals of Emergency Medicine found that mobile phone text messages after an ER visit reduced binge drinking in young adults by over 50%. The intervention, which included text message queries and feedback, led to a 51% decrease in self-reported binge drinking days.
Researchers at KAIST have developed TransWall, a two-sided, touchable, and transparent display wall. It allows users to collaborate via shared see-through displays and communicate through talking or touching each other.
A recent study found that nearly half of all quality improvement initiatives have little to no impact on quality of care. Effective feedback strategies include delivery from a respected colleague, repeated multiple times with specific goals and action plans.
Surgical residents who received anonymous peer feedback through a social networking site improved their robotic surgery skills more than those without feedback. The study found that residents in the intervention arm completed procedures faster and earned better scores.
A paralyzed person will attempt the first kick in the FIFA World Cup using a brain-controlled robotic exoskeleton, demonstrating the TUM Institute for Cognitive Systems' CellulARSkin technology. This technology provides a sense of touch, allowing patients to feel their feet touching the ground.
Researchers found that exposure to alcohol-related words increased aggressive behaviour following provocation when it was ambiguous or not clear-cut. The effects of alcohol priming are short-lived, diminishing after seven minutes and disappearing after 15 minutes.
Economists at Yale School of Environment develop framework to value natural resources as long-term wealth stores, rather than commodities. The new approach combines economic and biophysical measurements to quantify feedbacks between nature and human behavior, providing a basis for accurate valuation.
A sunburn risk monitor, Smartsun, is now available for purchase online. The device, worn as a waterproof wristband, changes color in response to UV radiation levels, warning users of potential skin damage.
Research suggests that social media companies can reduce stress and defections by giving users more control over new interfaces. Users who feel in control adapt better to changes by focusing on solving problems rather than emotions. Companies can improve site longevity by being responsive to user feedback.
Researchers at Lund University found that participants accepted manipulated words as their own in 85% of non-detected trials, suggesting a significant role of auditory feedback in speech meaning. This challenges traditional models of speech production, instead suggesting that speech is influenced by both internal and external factors.
A study by Carnegie Mellon researchers found that providing digital feedback after medication taking improved adherence rates, promptness, and correctness. Participants who received ongoing feedback showed significant improvements compared to those who didn't, suggesting a beneficial effect of continuous monitoring.
Researchers at the University of Basel discovered that endurance sport improves both muscle condition and neuronal connections. By increasing PGC1α levels in muscles, athletes can enhance their nervous system's performance.
A new intraoperative neuromonitoring procedure was tested in 71 patients to prevent bone screws from damaging the spinal cord. The results showed that this method can accurately detect and avoid malpositioned pedicle screws, reducing the risk of postoperative neurological impairment.
Researchers isolated implicit from explicit learning processes, revealing separate cognitive systems. The findings have implications for child development, cognitive aging, and educational training.
A study by Johns Hopkins engineers used juggling to investigate how vision and the sense of touch help control limb movement, shedding light on potential treatments for neurological diseases. Adding haptic feedback improved performance, but didn't correct errors, highlighting the brain's reliance on timing information.
A new assessment tool published in the Journal of Hospital Medicine provides a framework for effective hospital medicine groups. The tool outlines 47 characteristics organized under ten principles, aiming to improve patient care and hospital operations across the US.
A systematic review of data from over 40 studies found that colleges can reduce freshman drinking by implementing personalized feedback reports, which significantly helped students to reduce their drinking frequency, quantity, and alcohol-related problems. Interventions combining multiple techniques proved most effective in reducing fi...
Researchers found that star radiation can push matter out of galaxies, accounting for the missing galactic mass in previous calculations. The FIRE simulations demonstrate that feedback from stars alters galaxy growth and history in a dramatic way.
A study suggests that trained airport checkpoint screeners are less effective at detecting rare targets, a phenomenon known as the prevalence effect. The researchers found that screeners performed better when searching for frequent targets or with feedback on correct answers.
PeerJ has introduced a new policy allowing all authors to publish unlimited preprints on their platform without needing a paid publication plan. This move reflects the growing demand for preprint services among researchers and aims to increase accessibility to scientific publishing.
The researchers modified a Baxter robot to learn from humans and make adjustments while an action is in progress. The robot can associate different trajectories with each type of object and generalize its learning.
The UTSA Center for Simulation, Visualization and Real-Time Prediction has developed a virtual training system to aid football kickers through real-time feedback and analysis. The system uses computer sensing and mathematical models to predict football trajectory and analyze kicking mechanics data.
A study by University of California, Riverside psychologists found that people who are unrealistically optimistic about their health risks take preventive action when faced with worse-than-expected news, but those with pessimistic views do not change their behavior after receiving better-than-expected feedback. This poses a dilemma for...