iDEA Community: Drexel Academic Community

Tools for improvement: a systematic analysis and guide to accreditation by the JCAHO

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 16:12:56 GMT

Title: Tools for improvement: a systematic analysis and guide to accreditation by the JCAHO

Authors: Dalrymple, Prudence W.; Scherrer, Carol S.

Abstract: By viewing the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations' (JCAHO) standards in the context of current accreditation practice, hospital librarians can understand and clarify their role in realizing their organization's mission, goals, and objectives. By broadening their view of the information function as described in the accreditation standards, health sciences librarians can enhance their position in the hospital's management team, improve health information practice, and contribute to the overall performance of the health care organization. The role of the librarian and the library throughout the entire set of standards and interrelationships with other professionals and units are described. Examples of ways to demonstrate conformity to the standards are provided. Special emphasis is placed on Standard 9, Management of Information, to provide guidance to the librarian undergoing JCAHO accreditation.

Description: Published in the Bull Med Libr Assoc 86(1) January 1998

Prophets With Honor: TV Preachers as Cognitive Therapists

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:08:05 GMT

Title: Prophets With Honor: TV Preachers as Cognitive Therapists

Authors: Reilly, Joseph A.

Abstract: One area of celebrity expertise assumed by many is in daily life conduct. Psychotherapy may be a matter of incidental learning here. A celebrity may dispense advice, accidentally or on purpose, & be heeded. Cognitive Therapy tends to be a very practical form of teaching. Celebrities such as television evangelists will give their audience advice. I find some televangelists are fairly competent as cognitive therapists.

A Hero For Our Time: Differing Opinions in Different Eras About Wyatt Earp

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:06:52 GMT

Title: A Hero For Our Time: Differing Opinions in Different Eras About Wyatt Earp

Authors: Reilly, Joseph A.

Abstract: The conventional opinion of the activities and character of Wyatt Earp have been different in different eras since the Earp–Clanton Feud of 1879–1882. The 1931 publication of Stuart N. Lake’s "Wyatt Earp, Frontier Marshal" established a reputation for Wyatt Earp as a fearless law enforcement hero. This iconic figure has been revered or damned by various authors espousing a wide variety of opinions about his activities and character. This presentation will review historical fact, major books and films and television program about him. Family life, motivations and justifications will be discussed.

Description: Presentation delivered at the International Psychohistorical Association, Fordham University, New York, New York, June 12, 2009

The State of the Schools

Wed, 27 May 2009 15:28:28 GMT

Title: The State of the Schools

Authors: Dalrymple, Prudence W.

Abstract: The curriculum and activities of library schools have changed radically, sprouting new fields and producing new professionals. The number of students enrolled and the record number of graduates clearly show that library and information studies education is expanding.

A Virtual endovaginal ultrasound simulator for physician training (VEUSim)

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:24:15 GMT

Title: A Virtual endovaginal ultrasound simulator for physician training (VEUSim)

Authors: Narayana, Shankar; Burstein, Pablo; Handly, Neal; Redmann, Chris; Doehring, Todd C.

As I See It: Stressing Prevention

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 20:48:40 GMT

Title: As I See It: Stressing Prevention

Authors: Gambescia, Stephen F.

The Revolution Was Televised: Looking Back at Charles A. Reich's "The Greening of America."

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:31:27 GMT

Title: The Revolution Was Televised: Looking Back at Charles A. Reich's "The Greening of America."

Authors: Reilly, Joseph A.; Stewart, Jay

Abstract: 1970’s publication of The Greening of America discussed the social, cultural and economic status of the United States. Charles A. Reich criticized the contemporary lifestyle of the nation as needing serious readjustments. This presentation will review the observations and forecasts of this author with practical changes in American life. Contemporary matters of Feminism, political orthodoxy and cultural behaviors will be discussed.

Millennial Students & Technology Use: Implications for Undergraduate Education

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:38:31 GMT

Title: Millennial Students & Technology Use: Implications for Undergraduate Education

Authors: Gasson, Dr. Susan; Agosto, Dr. Denise; Rozaklis, Lillian

The Internet Public Library's Ask a Question Service: An Exploratory Study of the Users and the Questions They Ask

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:38:17 GMT

Title: The Internet Public Library's Ask a Question Service: An Exploratory Study of the Users and the Questions They Ask

Authors: Rozaklis, Lillian; MacDonald, Craig; Abels, Eileen G.

Integrating Knowledge and Learning Management Systems

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:38:01 GMT

Title: Integrating Knowledge and Learning Management Systems

Authors: Poole, Erik; Weber, Rosina