CHS Dean & Heads visit MICRRH

JCUCHS Dean and Heads of Disciplines visiting Mount Isa Centre for Rural & Remote Health (MICRRH) today: L-R Prof Melanie Birks (Head of Nursing, Midwifery & Nutrition); A/Prof Fiona Barnett (Head of Sport & Exercise Science); Dr Kerry McBain (Head of Psychology); A/Prof Trish Wielandt (Head of Occupational Therapy & Speech Pathology); Prof Lee Stewart (Dean, College of Healthcare Sciences).

@JCUCHS Inspecting the new @jcu @MICRRH allied health supervisor accommodation

@JCUCHS @MICRRH Spice girls hit Cloncurry - Boss, Bush, cheeky, old, sporty & crazy Spice! - Via Sabina Knight

Need a bit of professional direction @jcu @JCUCHS @MICRRH are here to help #MountIsa - via Sabina Knight

Publication: Net-Geners' perceptions of engagement through online videos

Hajhashemi, Karim, Caltabiano, Nerina, and Anderson, Neil (2017) Net-Geners' perceptions of engagement through online videos. Journal of Computers in Education. pp. 1-17. (In Press)

https://researchonline.jcu.edu.au/47958/

Abstract
This paper provides a contextual overview of Net Generation students at a rural university in a tropical Australian location. It then provides a discussion based on the interview responses of eleven students studying either Education or Psychology in relation to their perceptions concerning the contribution that digital video makes to their engagement with subjects. It was concluded that the students perceive that digital video can make a substantial contribution to subject engagement if the videos are relevant, concise and interesting and are supplemented with effective pedagogy and classroom interaction and discussion.

Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships applications for 2018 now open

The Australia Awards–Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships are the Australian Government’s competitive, merit-based scholarships and fellowships providing opportunities for Australians to undertake study, research or professional development overseas and for overseas citizens to do the same in Australia.

The Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships build Australia’s reputation for excellence in the provision of education and research, support the internationalisation of the Australian higher education and research sectors and offer high-achieving Australians opportunities to increase their knowledge and expertise in their field.

Applications for the 2018 Round

Applications for the 2018 round of the Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships are open and will close on 11:59 pm (Australian Eastern Standard time) 30 June 2017. Please see the application page for more information.

What Endeavour offers

As a scholarship or fellowship recipient, you will gain invaluable international experience in study, research or professional development.

The department has engaged a contractor to provide post-selection support services to all recipients including: a dedicated case manager, pre-departure briefings, advice on health, travel insurance, accommodation, security, payment of allowances, and reporting to the department on recipients’ progress.

Learn more about what Endeavour can offer:
https://internationaleducation.gov.au/Endeavour%20program/Scholarships-and-Fellowships/Pages/default.aspx

Publication: Can doping really be prevented?

Moston, Stephen, and Engelberg, Terry (2017) Can doping really be prevented? Sport Health, 34 (4). pp. 34-37.

http://researchonline.jcu.edu.au/47569/

Abstract

Anti-doping authorities believe that prevention, rather than detection, is the best strategy for eliminating drug use in sport. For example, WADA believes that "a long-term solution to preventing doping is through effective values-based education programs that can foster anti-doping behaviours and create a strong anti-doping culture." But can we ever truly eradicate doping?

http://sma.org.au/publications-media/sport-health/

Publication: A 'rite of passage?': bullying experiences of nursing students in Australia

Birks, Melanie, Budden, Lea, Biedermann, Narelle, Park, Tanya, and Chapman, Ysanne (2017) A 'rite of passage?': bullying experiences of nursing students in Australia. Collegian. (In Press)

http://researchonline.jcu.edu.au/47991/

Abstract

Background: Bullying in nursing remains an unacceptable international phenomenon and one that is widely reported in the literature. Recently, reports of bullying and harassment of nursing students have been increasing.

Aim: This paper aims to describe bullying and harassment experienced by Australian nursing students while on clinical placement, as told by the participants.

Methods: As part of a larger study, 884 Australian baccalaureate nursing students were surveyed to identify the nature and extent of their experiences of bullying and/or harassment during clinical placement. Almost half of the students (430) provided open-ended comments. These textual data were explored using a content analysis approach.

Findings: The major themes derived from the analysis consisted of: manifestations of bullying and harassment; the perpetrators, consequences and impacts. Bullying behaviours included various forms of verbal, physical and sexual abuse. Perpetrators of bullying included other nurses, medical professionals, administrative and support staff. Students reported anxiety, panic attacks, physical symptoms of distress and loss of confidence and self-esteem from their experience of bullying during clinical placement.

Discussion: Bullying in nursing is a widespread yet poorly understood phenomenon that impacts negatively on the learning experience of vulnerable nursing students, effecting them physically, mentally and emotionally. The potential implications of the bullying of nursing students on patient care reinforces the need for the culture of bullying that exists amongst the nursing profession to be addressed.

Conclusion: The findings of this research have implications for nursing educators and clinicians. Recommendations include ensuring adequate preparation of students, clinical instructors and registered nurses who work with students in the practice environment.

Publication: More harm than good? The questionable ethics of medical volunteering and international student placements

Bauer, Irmgard (2017) More harm than good? The questionable ethics of medical volunteering and international student placements. Tropical Diseases, Travel Medicine and Vaccines, 3 (5). pp. 1-12.

http://researchonline.jcu.edu.au/48158/

Abstract
It has been argued that much of international medical volunteering is done for the wrong reasons, in that local people serve as a means to meet volunteers' needs, or for the right reasons but ignorance and ill-preparedness harm the intended beneficiaries, often without volunteers' grasp of the damage caused. The literature on ethical concerns in medical volunteering has grown tremendously over the last years highlighting the need for appropriate guidelines. These same concerns, however, and an appreciation of the reasons why current aid paradigms are flawed, can serve as indicators on how to change existing practices to ensure a better outcome for those who are in need of help. Such paradigm change envisages medical assistance in the spirit of solidarity, social justice, equality, and collegial collaboration.

JCU Voice Screening Clinic with Speech Pathology students

If you are a professional voice user, the quality of your voice is extremely valuable.

You may not realise that simple voice habits may cause temporary loss of voice or long term voice problems.  These problems can often be easily avoided with the correct advice.

James Cook University’s speech pathology students are conducting a free voice screening clinic in the Clinical Practice Building in Townsville during semester 1.

Should you decide to take part in this research you would be invited to read aloud a simple passage, take part in general conversation, and provide information about your daily voice use.  The students will then provide feedback about your voice, and also information regarding any general lifestyle factors which could potentially affect your voice.

If a voice disorder is detected, a standard letter will be written which can then be taken to your doctor advising that further investigation may be beneficial, however this is entirely voluntary and no direct referrals will be made.

If you, your colleagues or your students would be interested in attending the clinic for a free voice screening, the attached flyer provides more information and also the email address to contact for a booking or more information.

This project has been approved by JCU ethics committee and complies with the National Health and Medical Research Council “National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research”, 2007.

If you'd like to have your voice screened so you can use it to your advantage, please email speechclinic@jcu.edu.au 

Search Smarter: Finding Information for the Health Sciences

Having trouble researching your assignment question?

Did you know the JCU Library has a LibGuide that can show you how to search smarter in Health Sciences?

Search Smarter: Finding information for the Health Sciences.

For those looking for more generic search tips don't forget to check out the Searching module of the Info Skills Road Trip.

If you are still having trouble with your research, please contact InfoHelp for assistance.

Reproduced from http://jculibrarynews.blogspot.com.au/2017/04/assignment-help-search-smarter-libguides.html

Publication: Team sport athletes’ perceptions and use of recovery strategies: a mixed-methods survey study

Crowther, Fiona, Sealey, Rebecca, Crowe, Melissa, Edwards, Andrew, and Halson, Shona (2017) Team sport athletes’ perceptions and use of recovery strategies: a mixed-methods survey study. BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation, 9 (6). pp. 1-10.

http://researchonline.jcu.edu.au/47458/

Abstract

Background: A variety of recovery strategies are used by athletes, although there is currently no research that investigates perceptions and usage of recovery by different competition levels of team sport athletes.

Methods: The recovery techniques used by team sport athletes of different competition levels was investigated by survey. Specifically this study investigated if, when, why and how the following recovery strategies were used: active land-based recovery (ALB), active water-based recovery (AWB), stretching (STR), cold water immersion (CWI) and contrast water therapy (CWT).

Results: Three hundred and thirty-one athletes were surveyed. Fifty-seven percent were found to utilise one or more recovery strategies. Stretching was rated the most effective recovery strategy (4.4/5) with ALB considered the least effective by its users (3.6/5). The water immersion strategies were considered effective/ineffective mainly due to psychological reasons; in contrast STR and ALB were considered to be effective/ineffective mainly due to physical reasons.

Conclusions: This study demonstrates that athletes may not be aware of the specific effects that a recovery strategy has upon their physical recovery and thus athlete and coach recovery education is encouraged. This study also provides new information on the prevalence of different recovery strategies and contextual information that may be useful to inform best practice among coaches and athletes.

JCU Psychology students undertake suicide prevention training with CORES Queensland

#BeTheChange Great privilege to train our regions next #Psychologists from #Townsville James Cook University #Students #SuicidePrevention — with James Cook University in Townsville, Queensland.

Reproduced from CORES Queensland Facebook post

https://www.facebook.com/CORESQueensland/photos/a.582828935180561.1073741836.212398055556986/1040437839419666/?type=3