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Muller, Lars; Divitini, Monica; Mora, Simone; Rivera-Pelayo, Veronica; Stork, Wilhelm – IEEE Transactions on Learning Technologies, 2015
Wearable devices and ambient sensors can monitor a growing number of aspects of daily life and work. We propose to use this context data as content for learning applications in workplace settings to enable employees to reflect on experiences from their work. Learning by reflection is essential for today's dynamic work environments, as employees…
Descriptors: Electronic Equipment, Reflection, Work Environment, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Burgio, Louis D.; Park, Nan Sook; Hardin, J. Michael; Sun, Fei – Gerontologist, 2007
Purpose: Agitation frequently accompanies cognitive decline among nursing home residents. This study used cross-sectional and longitudinal (up to 18 months) methods to examine agitation among profoundly and moderately impaired residents using both staff report and direct observation methods. Design and Methods: The study included participants (N =…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Residential Institutions, Nursing Homes, Behavior Change
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Babbage, Duncan R. – Clinical Psychologist, 2005
"Disruptive" vocal behaviour is common in nursing homes, but presents significant management challenges. Non-pharmacological approaches have been found to be effective and preferable interventions in such situations. A case study is presented of an 85-year-old woman who displayed frequent screaming and calling out during personal care…
Descriptors: Psychologists, Older Adults, Nursing Homes, Health Facilities