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6. Do I Do This In My Own Time? Using Induction Week to Maximize Student Engagement
This study presents a project undertaken to address a potential problem in getting new students to engage with their academic life. In September 2009, a new course design was introduced into the BA (Hons) Education program at the University of Wales, Newport. The course team was keen to ensure this…
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Discovering the two faces of religious charismatic action – traditional and modern: a model
In this paper, the author examines the issue of charisma and prophecy in secularized societies. In traditional society the charismatic personality or the prophet brought a universalizing and rationalizing message which simultaneously expanded and penetrated the sphere of external order in the…
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The place of Emanuel Swedenborg in the spiritual saga of Scandinavia
Between 1749 and 1771 the Swede Emanuel Swedenborg (1688–1772) wrote and published eighteen religious works in Latin that he claimed were the foundation of a new Christian religion. He wrote that he had been called by God to unlock the spiritual secrets of the Bible through the doctrine of…
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The use of reflective practice to support mentoring of elite equestrian coaches
Many equestrian coaches are self employed and receive no formal support for development after completion of their lead body qualification. This study investigated a potential solution to maintain professional enthusiasm and engagement. Three elite coaches were selected through purposive sampling to…
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Researching Research Culture
Developing and sustaining a thriving research culture for the long term is vital not only for researchers, but also for our ability to address global challenges. Yet several high-profile reports have highlighted concerns. Whilst sector organisations and universities alike have begun to address…
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Eligible but missing out: a qualitative study of access to COVID-19 antivirals in Australia
Abstract Background Oral antiviral medication is available free of charge to Australians with SARS-CoV-2 infection who meet specific eligibility criteria. Health services and systems are targeted to support vulnerable populations, but not all eligible people received antivirals prior to…
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Factors Which Influence Owners When Deciding to Use Chemotherapy in Terminally Ill Pets
Chemotherapy is a commonly integrated treatment option within human and animal oncology regimes. Limited research has investigated pet owners’ treatment decision-making in animals diagnosed with malignant neoplasia. Dog and cat owners were asked to complete an online questionnaire to elucidate…
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An Exploration Into the Importance of a Sense of Belonging for Online Learners
Fostering a sense of belonging and a personal connection is seen as fundamental by many educational researchers, regardless of the learning environment. Online learning certainly provides flexible learning opportunities but comes with notable issues. For online learners, nurturing a sense of…
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Does a 4–6 Week Shoeing Interval Promote Optimal Foot Balance in the Working Equine?
Variation in equine hoof conformation between farriery interventions lacks research, despite associations with distal limb injuries. This study aimed to determine linear and angular hoof variations pre- and post-farriery within a four to six week shoeing/trimming interval. Seventeen hoof and distal…
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Editorial
The annual conference of the Association for Learning Technology (ALT-C) has become a key forum for all those with an interest in the use of learning technology in tertiary education. It brings together like-minded people and enables the collaboration that is so important to effective design…
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Generation of Domains for the Equine Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Outcome Score: Development by Expert Consensus
Outcome measures (OMs) are a requirement of professional practice standards in human and canine physiotherapy practice for measurement of health status. Measures such as pain and functional capacity of specific regions are used to track treatment impact and can be used to develop optimal management…
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School life during COVID-19: a qualitative study exploring English secondary school staff and pupils’ experiences of the school-based mitigation measures
Abstract Background In England, the national Government was responsible for balancing the risks of COVID-19 infection, transmission and illness against the known risks of school closures. The Department for Education (DfE) issued guidance to schools, however, there is limited empirical evidence on…
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Variance in Stallion Semen Quality among Equestrian Sporting Disciplines and Competition Levels
Most stallions within breeding programmes are expected to breed and compete concurrently. The exercising of stallions with regards to training regimes during the breeding season is a controversial subject. Daily exercise at low intensities is important for the mental and reproductive well-being of…
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Artificial wombs, reproductive autonomy and abortion: a bioethical and corpus linguistics exploration
With goals to support fetal development outside of the human body, artificial womb technology (AWT) research is currently focused on improving health outcomes for extremely premature neonates. While AWT remains at a preclinical stage, recent experimental successes in animal models have led to…
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Understanding the Conceptual Synergy Between Meaningful Physical Activity Experiences, Physical Literacy, and Human Flourishing: A Systematic Integrative Review
Holistic approaches to wellbeing increasingly recognise physical literacy, meaningful physical activity, and human flourishing. However, no review has explicitly examined the conceptual relationships across these three areas. This review aimed to synthesise existing research and theoretical…