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51. Parents and Schools: Partners in Literacy.

Author

Williams, Betsy and Bellomo, Cathy

Abstract

Details two of the many staff-community collaborations that supported the reading and writing growth of children in a small K-8 school district transforming its literacy practices. Describes the publishing center at Bee Meadow Elementary School, and a district-wide, week-long celebration of writing. (SR)

Published
1995

54. Understanding disruptive behavior in the seasoned clinician

Author

Williams, Betsy White, Rankin, Patrick, and Williams, Michael

Subjects
Physicians -- Behavior, Medical errors, Patient satisfaction, Medical schools, Business, Health care industry
Abstract

In this article ... There's an apparent correlation between inappropriate workplace behavior and the length of a physician's tenure. Research suggests it's because of a lack of awareness --or anxiety--about [...]

Published
2016

79. Cognitive Screening Tools for Late Career Physicians: A Critical Review.

Author

Garrett, Kelly Davis, Perry, William, Williams, Betsy, Korinek, Lauri, and Bazzo, David E. J.

Subjects
MEDICAL personnel, PHYSICIANS, PSYCHOMETRICS, PROFESSIONAL associations, MONTREAL Cognitive Assessment, CLINICAL neuropsychology, MEDICAL screening
Abstract

Screening measures are widely used in medicine to assess the increased probability that members of a defined population have a particular condition and therefore require more extensive assessment. The rationale for prospective screening of late career physicians (LCPs) is drawn from the following circumstances: Senior physicians—prone to the vicissitudes of aging—comprise nearly a third of the US physician workforce, physicians are poor at self-evaluation, data suggest many have clinically relevant cognitive decline, and screening is an evidence-based, method to detect individuals at risk and determine whether a comprehensive evaluation is necessary. A handful of professional organizations (eg, surgeons, obstetricians, and a growing number of medical staff credentialing committees) have developed policies in this arena. This focused review compares cognitive screening methods used or recommended for LCPs, with particular attention to the psychometric properties, ease of operational implementation, and appropriate application to physicians—a population selected for high cognitive reserve and skills. Further, we identify gaps in knowledge and practice, including the need for more career-span normative data on physicians' cognitive and work performance. Stakeholders can improve rehabilitation and other supports to LCPs in transition, calling upon the unique expertise of those neuropsychologists who are trained on conducting fitness for duty evaluations, as well as rehabilitation professionals who can assist in developing modifications to practice when indicated or facilitate graceful transitions to retirement when necessary. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2021
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89. Use of single-subject research designs in seating and wheeled mobility research: a scoping review.

Author

Kenyon, Lisa K., Chapman, Alyssa, Williams, Betsy, and Miller, William C.

Subjects
DISABILITY chairs, CINAHL database, INFORMATION storage & retrieval systems, MEDICAL databases, PSYCHOLOGY information storage & retrieval systems, MEDICAL needs assessment, MEDLINE, ONLINE information services, PHYSICAL therapy, WHEELCHAIRS, SYSTEMATIC reviews, LITERATURE reviews, BODY movement
Abstract

Background: Evidence-based practice (EBP) in seating and wheeled mobility practice is often hindered by a dearth of published research. Purpose: The purpose of this review was to explore and critically appraise the use of single-subject research designs (SSRDs) in seating and wheeled mobility studies published between January 1995 and May 2018. Study Selection: Primary source, peer-reviewed SSRDs focused on exploring the impact of a seating and wheeled mobility intervention were included in the review. Data Extraction: Relevant data extraction, determination of level of evidence, evaluation of methodological rigor, and assessment of the risk of bias were each independently performed. Data Synthesis: The review yielded 19 studies (2 Level III, 15 Level IV, and 2 Level V). A majority of these studies incorporated a withdrawal-type of SSRD and involved subjects representing patient populations with seating and wheeled mobility needs. Methodological rigor/quality features most commonly absent in the included studies included: blinding/masking, inter-rater or intra-rater reliability, >5 data points in each phase, planned replication (≥3 subjects), procedural fidelity methods, randomization, stability of the data during baseline, statistical analyses and use of subject selection criteria. The limited number of published SSRDs, combined with the lower levels of evidence (Levels III–V) provided by these studies, indicates that the use of SSRDs in seating and wheeled mobility research is in the early stages of development. Conclusions: Increasing the methodological quality and rigor as well as reporting methods in future SSRDs involving seating and wheeled mobility interventions may help to support EBP in this area. Single-subject research designs (SSRDs) offer both researchers and clinicians the opportunity to contribute to the existing knowledge base in ways that reflect actual clinical practice. SSRDs provide flexibility in adapting and modifying seating and wheeled mobility-related assistive technology devices to meet the individual needs of specific subjects. SSRDs preserve individual responses to seating and wheeled mobility-related assistive technology devices. SSRDs may help to enhance evidence-based practice (EBP) in seating and wheeled mobility practice by spanning the divide between research and practice. Increasing the methodological quality and rigor as well as reporting methods in future SSRDs may help to support EBP in seating and wheeled mobility practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2020
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90. Communication and Retention of Psychoeducational Diagnostic Information in Parent Conferences.

Author

Williams, Betsy L. and Hartlage, Lawrence C.

Abstract

Although most diagnostic features of psychoeducational assessment have received considerable attention from researchers in school psychology, the application of the scientific information developed by this assessment has received comparatively little study. This project studied 20 parents of children who had received psychoeducational diagnostic evaluations. Conferences with parents were tape recorded and independent listener-raters evaluated the extent to which given information categories had been communicated. Parents completed similar evaluation forms both after the conference and as follow-up to assess retention. Both information comprehended and information recalled by parents were low, although raters and examiner-communicator ratings were in agreement that the information had been communicated. Aspects of information which were least comprehended and retained point out which foci of communication may need more elaboration, augmentation, illustration, or explanation. (Author)

Published
1988

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