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2. [Diagnosis and management of interstitial lung disease induced by antibody-drug conjugates in breast cancer: A French expert opinion paper].

Author

Teixeira L, Diéras V, Crestani B, Lederlin M, Villanueva C, Duchemann B, Pierga JY, and Cadranel J

Abstract

Interstitial lung disease (ILD) has been reported with many cancer drugs including some recent antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). The mechanisms of ILD induced by many chemotherapy drugs, other drug classes and ADCs used in cancer, including breast cancer, are not clearly elucidated. In the absence of specific clinical or radiological signs, the diagnosis of drug-induced ILD is often a diagnosis of exclusion. When present, the most frequent symptoms are respiratory signs (cough, dyspnea, chest pain) and general signs (fatigue, fever). Any suspicion of ILD should be evaluated by imaging and, if in doubt, the CT scan should be evaluated by a pulmonologist and a radiologist. A network of multidisciplinary experts for proactive early management of ILD is important, including oncologist, radiologist, pulmonologist, infectious disease specialist and nurses. Patient education is essential to report new or exacerbated lung symptoms and prevent high-grade ILD. Study drug is discontinued temporarily or permanently according to ILD severity and type of ADC. For asymptomatic cases (Grade 1), the efficacy of corticosteroids is not clearly established; for higher grades, the benefit/risk balance of long-term corticosteroid therapy should be considered for the dose and treatment duration. Hospitalization and oxygen supplementation are required for severe cases (Grades 3-4). For patient follow-up, the expertise of a pulmonologist is necessary with repeated chest scans, spirometry and DLCO. Preventing ADC-induced ILDs and evolution to high grade rests on a network of multidisciplinary experts for assessment of individual risk factors, early management, close follow-up and patient education., (Copyright © 2023 Société Française du Cancer. Published by Elsevier Masson SAS. All rights reserved.)

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2023
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3. [Support and guidance in driving for patients with (or suspected of having) Alzheimer's disease or related diseases: position paper].

Author

Laurens B, Dumas E, Berrut G, Goutte V, Bonin-Guillaume S, Bonnet M, Lazeras C, Lauwick P, Dombret P, Abramovici F, and Martin MS

Subjects
Humans, Learning, Alzheimer Disease diagnosis, Alzheimer Disease psychology, Automobile Driving psychology
Abstract

New ministerial decree restricts driving motorized vehicles for patients with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. Reisberg stage 3, threshold used to contraindicate driving, appears to correspond to a mild stage of major neurocognitive impairment. A single scale gives an idea of the level of risk but does not provide a holistic assessment. The aim of this consensus is to put forward recommendations from several French learned societies for individualized cognitive assessments to minimize the risks associated with driving and its cessation. Fitness to drive should be raised at the earliest stages of the diagnostic process, and regularly throughout the follow-up. Consult a registered doctor is recommended to all patients wishing to continue driving. All documents must be given to the patient only. An alternative must always be offered to patients who are recommended a modal shift.

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2023
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4. Sectoral Training Systems in a Knowledge Economy. Discussion Paper = Sektorale Ausbildungssysteme in der Wissensgesellschaft. Diskussions papier = Les systemes sectoriels de formation dans une economie de la connaissance. Document de discussion. CEDEFOP Panorama.

Author

European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training, Thessaloniki (Greece). and Warmerdam, John

Abstract

Based on an explorative study of sectoral training systems, this paper looks at the opportunities and limitations of a sectoral approach to training from the perspective of the knowledge economy. After the definition of the sector concept, the paper presents a theoretical analysis of the main elements and processes of sectoral training systems, considered as dynamic social systems unfolding in time through joint interactions of sectoral agencies and bodies. Four basic elements are described: sectoral agencies and bodies; training agreements between agencies; sectoral training policies and provisions; and training activities at the level of the firms. A discussion of these four basic processes follows: articulation, negotiation, policy creation, and implementation. An overview is given of the actual state of affairs in Belgium, France, and the Netherlands, three countries with well-developed sectoral training systems in a number of branches. Discussed next are the opportunities of sectoral training systems in relation to the educational system and in relation to employment and innovation, such as flexibility of the educational system, adaptation of qualifications, reduction of unemployment, and transfer of innovations. The paper concludes with a discussion of the main limitations of a sectoral approach to training. (German, English, and French versions appear in side-by-side columns. (Contains 15 references.) (YLB)

Published
1997

5. IFLA General Conference, 1992. Division of Management and Technology: Audiovisual Media (RT); Section on Library Services to Multicultural Populations; Section on Library Buildings and Equipment; Section on Information Technology; Management of Library Associations (RT); Section on Statistics. Papers

Author

International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions, London (England).

Abstract

Eleven papers delivered at the annual meeting of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions for the Division of Management and Technology are presented. Some were presented at a roundtable on audiovisual media, and others are from sessions on library buildings and equipment, information management, and statistics in library management. The following papers are included: (1) "Sound Archives in All India Radio" (H. M. Joshi); (2) "International Market for Spoken Books" (V. Arora, I. Bell, and M. Jenkins); (3) "Talking Books in Arabic, Kurdish, Turkish, and Urdu" (S. Tastesen); (4) "Library Building in the Tropics: The Saint Martin Experience' (B. Hodge); (5) "Model Architectural Design of a Library: Advantages and Defects of the Soviet Experience" (A. Zimonenko); (6) "Automated Strategies for Social Development" (K. S. Oswalt); (7) "Computer and Software for Information Services: An Overview of Mexican Progress" (J. Lau and M. Castro); (8) "Adapting Technologies for Library Processing Projects: Africa, Asia, and South America" (A. R. Pierce); (9) "Librarianship: Profession, Semi-Profession or Mere Occupation?: Surveying the Process of Change and Development in British Librarianship Today" (M. Freeman); (10) "Probability, Statistics and Library Management" (S. K. Basu); and (11) "Le Mesure de la satisfaction des usagers: Statistiques et enguetes aupres du public" (M.-D. Heusse) (French text). (SLD)

Published
1992

6. NATCON Papers 1999 = Les Actes du CONAT. [Papers Presented at the Annual Meeting of the National Consultation on Career Development (NATCON) (25th, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, January 25-27, 1999)].

Author

National Consultation on Career Development (NATCON), Toronto (Ontario). and National Consultation on Career Development (NATCON), Toronto (Ontario).

Abstract

This book contains the texts of a number of presentations from the 1999 NATCON conferences. These papers are: (1) "A Book of Surprises: Games, Stories, and Magic for Career Practitioners" (E. Sylvester); (2) "Academic and Career Choices for Lesbian and Gay Young Adults" (M. Schneider and J. McCurdy-Myers); (3)"Adolescent Values Development: Radiohead Meets Gerard Artaud" (W. G. Darou and Y. Roy); (4) "A Synergistic Model of Organizational Career Development" (K. Bernes and K. Magnusson); (5) "Building Potential: Solutions to Chaos" (B. Freeman); (6) "Career Development and Multiple Intelligences" (C. Morris); (7) "Career Development for Young Adults in Rural Areas" (B. Shepard and A. Marshall); (8) "Career Development in Today's Organizations" (K. Copithorne); (9) "Career Paths and Organizational Development: Expanding Alliances" (K. Bernes and K. Magnusson); (10) "Career Practitioners and the Net: Counselling, Consulting, or Consternation" (K. Kerford); (11) "Career Self-Management in the New World of Work" (D. I. Riddle); (12) "Career Work, Secondary Education, and School Models" (A. Oomen); (13) "Carriere et Personnalite: Deux Concepts Li-s?" (M. Gingras and L. East); (14) "Cross-cultural Transitions and Career Development: Thrills, Spills, and Skills!" (N. Arthur); (15) "Etude Comparative des Conflits Travail-famille entre Conjoints" (L. Lachance and B. Tetreau); (16) "Fostering a Profession: Canadian Standards and Guidelines for Career Development" (B. Hiebert, B. MacCallum, N. Galarneau, L. Bezanson, M. Cawley, S. Crozier, C. DeSchiffart, G. Johnston, V. Mason, J. Stewart, and V. Ward); (17) Happiness and Work (Selection)" (M. Kingwell); (18) "Humour: The Missing Link in the Chain of Command" (L. LeBrun); (19) "Le Prix D'entree dans le Monde Intellectuel (M. Maranda, C. Leclerc, L. Bedard, M. Lapie, and H. Hamel); (20) "Pathways to Personal Power" (L. LeBrun); (21) "Positions Socioprofessionnelles des Jeunes Adultes" (B. Bourassa and G. Fournier); (22) "The Career Self-Concept: From Theory to Practice" (A. J. O'Shea); (23) "The Importance of Body Language in Your Life" (C. McCarty); (24) "The Role of Hope in Career Counselling" (A. Stechynsky); and (25) "Transition to a Career in the Arts: Lessons for Everyone" (A. Lodzinski). (MKA)

Published
1999

7. Workplace Literacy Pilot Projects: A Discussion Paper = Les Projects-pilotes en alphabetisation en milieu de travail: document de discussion.

Author

National Literacy Secretariat, Ottawa (Ontario). and de Wolff, Alice

Abstract

From 1995-1998, 12 of the 79 organizations funded by Canada's National Literacy Secretariat (NLS) conducted approximately 40 workplace literacy pilot projects across Canada. Those projects were reviewed to determine their effectiveness in increasing the number and quality of Canadian workplace literacy programs. Information for the review was collected from the following sources: review of pertinent materials available through the NLS; conversations with practitioners involved in workplace pilot projects and provincial government representatives; and interviews with representatives of 4 of the 12 organizations (an employer association, federation of labor, the Prairie Regional Training Consortium, and an industrial sector training council). The pilot projects tended to have three fields of activity: learning activities; short-term organizational change strategies; and long-term structural workplace change. The pilots have introduced literacy into a range of new industries and workplaces; however, only a small number of workplaces have created foundations for ongoing programs. Recommendations emerging from the review included calls for the NLS to fund more innovative workplace learning strategies and extend the time and financial resources for pilots to support more effective organizational change activities. A French translation is included. (Appended is information about how the review was conducted.) (MN)

Published
1999

8. HALT Selected Papers, 1993 with Language Teaching Ideas from Paradise.

Author

Chandler, Paul, Hodnett, Edda, Chandler, Paul, and Hodnett, Edda

Abstract

In section I, papers presented at the Hawaii Association of Language Teachers (HALT) in 1993 are presented. Section II includes a number of projects received from a call for papers simultaneous to the call for the HALT papers. Section 1 contains: "This is Like a Foreign Language to Me: Keynote Address" (Bill VanPatten); "From Discussion Questions to Task-Based Activities" (James F. Lee); "Learner-Relevant Literature: Developing Reading and Writing Strategies in the Intermediate Language Classroom" (Kathryn A. Hoffmann); "Reducing Foreign Language Anxiety in the Learner-Centered Classroom" (Heiko Heinz Schlesiger); "A Novel Approach to Novels" (Dorothy Buchanan); and "Problems of the Bilingual Dictionary: THe Case of French and English" (Kathryn Klingebiel). Section 2 includes:"Use of 'DONT' in French" (Marie Jose Fassiotto) in French; "The Use of the Newspaper in the Foreign Language Classroom: A Student-Centered Project" (Edda D. Hodnett with Paul Chandler); "Student Controlled Learning Environments with Hypercard (TM) and Interactive Multimedia" (Carol Beresiwsky); "From Theory to the Classroom: The Learner-Centered Approach and the Spanish for Business Class" (Rafael Gomez and Frauke Lowensen); and "Japanese Unit: Telephone Activities" (Kyoko Hijirida and Carrie N. Sato). Many papers contains references.) (NAV)

Published
1993

9. Identification and Validation of Prior and Informal Learning. Experiences, Innovations and Dilemmas. Discussion Paper = Ermittlung und Validierung von fruher bzw.informell erworbenen Kenntnissen. Erfahrungen, Innovationen, Probleme. Diskussionspapier = Identification et validation de l'apprentissage anterieur et informel. Experiences, innovations et problemes. Document de discussion. CEDEFOP Panorama.

Author

European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training, Thessaloniki (Greece). and Bjornavold, Jens

Abstract

During the last 5-10 years, a number of countries have introduced methods and systems for identifying, validating, and recognizing prior and nonformal learning that can be viewed as tools for improving the transparency and transfer of skills. In most cases, they have been operational for a comparatively short time, which makes it difficult to decide whether expectations regarding them are justified. Some of the most important initiatives and innovations connected with the identification and validation of prior and nonformal learning include examples from Australia, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Japan, and United Kingdom. The French, Australian, Irish, and British methodologies are based on related principles, introducing different versions of portfolios, dossiers, or passports. Finland, Germany, and Japan have been reluctant to introduce the portfolio method. In spite of similarities in design, countries tend to apply the methodologies in different ways. This difference may be seen as a difference between centralized and decentralized systems. Initiatives and ideas on a European level are the Individual Portfolio Project and the Personal Skills Card and the European Skills Accreditations system. Some basic questions related to the legitimacy of the new methods and systems deal with the institutional basis, flexibility versus fragmentation, transparency and visibility, and transfer. (German, English, and French versions appear in side-by-side columns. Appendixes contain 27 references and 18 notes.) (YLB)

Published
1997

10. NATCON Papers, 1996 = Les Actes du CONAT [1996].

Author

National Consultation on Career Development (NATCON), Toronto (Ontario). and National Consultation on Career Development (NATCON), Toronto (Ontario).

Abstract

These papers, a portion of which are written in French, address a number of issues in education and development. The topics covered include pedagogical suggestions, self-direction in professional development, values assessment, building career transitions, career services, communicating in tomorrow's workplace, community-based training, personal accountability, effective strategies for training and retraining, leadership in career development, lifelong learning, men and work, the needs of minority and majority adolescents, relationships between personal characteristics and sexual harassment behaviors in male university professors, storytelling in career counseling, and socio-political ideology and career counseling. Most of the articles contain a short bibliography. (RJM)

Published
1996

11. Intellectual Property and Aboriginal People: A Working Paper = Propriete intellectuelle et Autochtones: Document de travail.

Author

Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, Ottawa (Ontario)., Brascoupe, Simon, and Endemann, Karin

Abstract

Written in English and French, this paper outlines current Canadian intellectual property legislation as it relates to Aboriginal people in Canada, and provides a general review of the implications and limitations of this legislation for protecting the traditional knowledge of Aboriginal people. An initial discussion of Aboriginal perspectives highlights the difference between sacred traditional knowledge, products, and services associated with traditional lifestyles of Aboriginal people, and innovations or new creations of an individual or an Aboriginal company. Not all traditional knowledge is considered to be intellectual property under Canadian law, therefore a web of strategies is suggested to better protect and control traditional Aboriginal knowledge. These strategies include community guidelines for researchers and businesses wanting access to traditional knowledge, codes of conduct, statutory options, and legal agreements and contracts. A section on intellectual property protection of Indigenous knowledge describes ownership, nature of rights, criteria for protection, scope of protection, duration, costs, enforcement, and international protection. A section on intellectual property rules applicable to Aboriginal contexts discusses copyrights, neighboring rights, industrial designs, trademarks, patents, trade secrets, plant breeders' rights, integrated circuit topographies, and licensing intellectual property. The conclusion points out the need for new techniques and laws that are more appropriate for protecting Aboriginal traditional knowledge and recommends educating non-Aboriginals to increase respect and understanding for Aboriginal traditional knowledge. Information sources presented include 17 federal, international, general, and Aboriginal Internet sources; 11 organizations; and 20 references. (TD)

Published
1999

12. Travaux Neuchatelois de Linguistique (TRANEL) (Neuchatel Working Papers in Linguistics), Volume 17.

Author

Neuchatel Univ. (Switzerland). Inst. de Linguistique. and Rubattel, Christian

Abstract

Papers in linguistics in this issue include: "Aspects logico-semantiques de la metaphore" ("Logico-Semantic Aspects of the Metaphor") (Michel le Guern); "Metaphore et travail lexicale" ("Metaphor and Lexical Work") (Georges Ludi); "Aspects linguistiques et pragmatiques de la metaphore: anomalie semantique, implicitation conversationnelle et repertoire metaphorique" ("Linguistic and Pragmatic Aspects of the Metaphor: Semantic Anomaly, Conversational Implicitness, and Metaphoric Repertoire") (Jacques Moeschler); "Comparaisons litterales, comparaisons non litterales et metaphores" ("Literal Comparisons, Non-Literal Comparisons, and Metaphors") (Anne Reboul); "Reference temporelle et deixis: vers une approche milnerienne" ("Temporal Reference and Deixis: Towards a Milnerian Approach") (Moeschler); "Le systeme des pronoms personnels en francais contemporain: le probleme de la reference" ("The System of Personal Pronouns in Contemporary French: The Problem of Reference") (Reboul); "Bilinguisme, exolinguisme et acquisition: role de L1 dans l'acquisition de L2" ("Bilingualism, Exolingualism, and Acquisition: Role of L1 in L2 Acquisition") (Bernard Py); and "La dichotomie synchronie-diachronie chez Saussure et Benveniste: fondements et reformulations" ("The Synchrony-Diachrony Dichotomy in Saussure and Benveniste: Foundations and Reformulations") (Anne-Christine Girod-Doebelin). Individual papers contain references. (MSE)

Published
1991

13. Rural Child Care in Ontario. (La garde d'enfants dans les zones rurales de l'Ontario). Occasional Paper No. 4.

Author

Toronto Univ. (Ontario). Centre for Urban and Community Studies. and Doherty, Gillian

Abstract

This report provides an overview of child care in rural areas of Ontario. Chapter 1 outlines the paper's purpose, defining "child care" and "rural." It discusses the nature of rural Ontario in the 1990s and the need for child care in rural areas. Also, implications for child care provision in a rural context are highlighted. Chapter 2 reviews child care in Ontario with regard to the roles of different levels of government. Issues of child care availability, affordability, and quality are discussed, along with child care reform initiatives. Chapter 3 looks at rural child care in Ontario in terms of the characteristics of rural communities and characteristics of successful child care programs. Chapters 4 through 6 focus on rural center-based child care, regulated home child care, and the provision of care in the child's own home, including the special challenges and issues related to each setting. Chapter 7 considers resource centers, school-age care, and care for children with special needs. Finally, chapter 8 highlights programs in Alberta, Manitoba, Prince Edward Island, and Quebec that specifically target the needs of rural families. A list of key informants, demographic information, and information on the availability and affordability of child care in Ontario are topics covered in the four Appendices. (Contains a 37-item bibliography and glossary). (AC)

Published
1994

14. La Repartition Geographique des Programmes Techniques: Document de reflexion, Commission de l'enseignement professionnel (Geographic Distribution of Technical Programs: Discussion Paper, Commission on Professional Instruction.)

Author

Conseil des Colleges, Quebec (Quebec).

Abstract

The geographic distribution of college-level technical programs is one of the major elements which has distinguished the development of the system of "colleges d'enseignement general et professionel" (CEGEP's) in Quebec. Spring 1992 efforts to identify inactive or scarcely viable programs afforded the Commission on Professional Education of the Council of Colleges the opportunity to reflect on the development of technical education and the more optimal geographic distribution of programs within the service areas of the CEGEP's. This working paper offers preliminary thoughts on the redistribution of technical programs and invites comments from other interested sectors of the provincial government. Part 1 provides a context for the discussion of the distribution of technical programs, and the educational objectives which inspired the investigation. Part 2 attempts to reconcile different ways of determining program locations; e.g., based on economics, educational supply and demand, and institutional characteristics. Part 3 appeals to different types of educational commitments, presenting calls for leadership, student-centered decision making, change and development, and system coherence. Extensive appendixes provide data on enrollment projections, regional program administration and authorization, college admissions, and student mobility. (AC)

Published
1993

15. Derriere les mythes de l'ecole a charte. Document de recherche elabore dans le cadre de la campagne des Dossiers nationaux en education (Behind the Charter School Myth. Research Paper Prepared for the National Issues in Education Initiative).

Author

Canadian Teachers' Federation, Ottawa (Ontario).

Abstract

The rapid expansion of charter schools would suggest that there is evidence of their effectiveness, but this is not the case. The lack of objective evidence of their success reinforces the claim that charter school reforms are political and ideological rather than educational reforms. The arguments in favor of charter schools have exploited some myths, and these myths have swayed some people whose goals are to strengthen the quality of public education. The following myths are addressed and countered: (1) there is a crisis in public education; (2) thecharter school movement invented school choice; (3) charter schools make choice equally available to all; (4) the competition of market forces improves the quality of education; (5) charter schools improve curriculum, instruction, and student achievement; (6) charter schools promote equity; (7) results from charter schools have been favorable; (8) charter schools break the "gridlock" of bureaucracy; (9) teachers support charter schools; and (10) charter schools are an innovative educational reform. (Contains 67 references) (SLD)

Published
1997

16. Differenciation intergroupes en milieu scolaire. Discussion methodologique et analyse comparative dans dix pays (Intergroup Differentiation in the School Context. Methodological Discussion and Comparative Analysis in Ten Countries). Papers on Teacher Training and Multicultural/Intercultural Education No. 34.

Author

International Bureau of Education, Geneva (Switzerland).

Abstract

A survey was undertaken in ten countries to assess several aspects of education in multicultural societies: the attitudes of elementary teachers in training concerning different cultural groups, attitudes about separation of cultural groups for teaching purposes, and the fit between teacher attitudes and the system's provisions. In addition, a questionnaire was developed to measure these factors. The questionnaire was administered in ten countries: Bolivia; Spain; Mauritius; Jordan; Lebanon; Mexico; Pakistan; Poland; Senegal; and the Czech Republic. Monographs have been published separately for each country; comparisons are reported here. The first section of the report presents a brief literature review, and the second describes the study's methodology, including difficulties encountered with it. The third part summarizes results concerning the schools' objectives, the teacher's role, teachers' reasons for choosing their career, and the solutions they envision for schooling problems. After this, findings concerning teaching facilities, attribution of causes for teaching problems, and awareness of cultural distance between groups are reported. The final section offers a summary and discussion of findings. Contains 37 references. (MSE)

Published
1996

17. Les situations de communication. Actes du Colloque d'orthophonie/logopedie, (1er, Neuchatel, Suisse, 9-10 mars 1990). (Communication Situations. Papers from the Conference on Speech and Reading Therapy (1st, Neuchatel, Switzerland, March 9-10, 1990)).

Author

Neuchatel Univ. (Switzerland). Inst. de Linguistique. and Py, Bernard

Abstract

The following papers were presented at the conference (titles are translated from the French): "Linguistic Approaches to Verbal Interaction and Its Context" (Jean-Francois de Pietro); "Pragmatic Approaches to the Rehabilitation of Aphasia Patients" (Marie-Pierre de Partz); "Contributions of Communication Development Theories: Limits of Their Application in Reading Therapy with Multi-Handicapped Children" (Agnes Toscanelli); "Contributions of Conversation Analysis in the Practice of Reading Therapy: What Is Revealed through Analyses of Conversations Bringing Together an Aphasic Subject and Different Speakers in Different Situations?" (Manuela Gauthier-Mattiello); "A Communication Situation. Aphasics and Advertising Images" (Dominique Labourel and others); "Bilingualism and Language Difficulties" (Christine Othenin-Girard); "For or Against an Analysis of Persuasive Text Forms" (Marie-Claude Rosat); "A Psycho-Social Perspective on the Interactions between Specialist and Clients: The Example of the Reading Consultation" (Michele Grossen); "Rumor, Pedagogy, Rehabilitation: The Two Poles in the Exchange 'Sachant-Ignorant'" (Pierre Marc); "On Some Conversational Slips in the Research Interview" (Marinette Matthey); "Representational and Communicative Aspects of the Emergence of Language" (Sylvia Krapf-Moine and Pascale Marro); "Language Delay and Characteristics of Maternal Language (Bernadette Pierart); "Linguistic Analysis of Mother-Deaf Child Verbal Interactions: The Role of the Mother's Imitation of Sounds Produced by the Child" (Shirley Vinter); "From the Desire to Tell to the Need to Speak" (Francois Cornaz and others); "Language and Interaction in Speech Therapy Groups Directed by Two Therapists" (Danielle Gabus and Martine Parel); and "Languages of the Therapist and Languages of the Child: The Therapeutic Coupling" (Raymond B. Traube). (MSE)

Published
1990

18. Prevision des besoins en main-d'oeuvre du secteur de l'information. Communications presentees lors du Seminaire FID/ET (Espoo, Finlande, 24-27 aout 1988) (Prediction of the Labor Needs of the Information Sector. Papers presented a FID/ET Seminar (Espoo, Finland, August 24-27, 1988)).

Author

United Nations Intergovernmental System of Information in Science and Technology., Dosa, Marta L., and Froehlich, Thomas J.

Abstract

Fifty-five information science educators, administrators, and specialists from 22 countries assembled to discuss and debate the following themes: identification of characteristics of work done in the information sector; analysis of the educational needs of the information professional; the role of information professionals in national development; standards and measurements of supply and demand; qualitative, quantitative, and a mixture of methods; research of the "ideal profile" of information, library, and archives professionals; planning for future demands in the information sector. The objectives of the seminar were: (1) to define a conceptual and historical framework; (2) to analyze the advantages and disadvantages of different methods; (3) to report on experiences using different methodologies; and (4) to define the background questions posed to elicit observations and suggestions to make the process work. There were seven sessions: (1) "Approches conceptuelles" ("Conceptual Approaches"); (2) "Le marche de l'emploi du secteur de l'information dan les pays en developpement" ("The Information Sector Employment Market in Developing Countries"); (3) "Exemples concrets de planification de la main-d'oeuvre du secteur de l'information et de la communication" ("Concrete Examples of Labor Planning in the Information and Communications Sector"); (4) "Methodes quantitatives: Problemes et applications" ("Quantitative Methods: Problems and Applications"); (5) "Enguetes sur la mair-d'oeuvre et l'emploi dan le secteur bibliotheques" ("Investigations on Labor and Employment in the Library Sector"); (6) "Aspects methodologiques de l'evaluation de la main-d'oeuvre dans le secteur des sciences de l'information et de la bibliotheconomie" ("Methodological Aspects of Evaluation of the Work of the Information Science and Library Science Sector"); and (7) "Quelles consequences pour la formation" ("What Consequences for Education?") (JKP/DGM)

Published
1991

19. La Television educative dans les ecoles de langue francaise de l'Ontario: Enquette aupres des enseignants et des enseignantes, 1989-1990. Document de travail 90-9 (Educational Television in French-Language Schools in Ontario: Teacher Survey, 1989-1990. Working Paper 90-9).

Author

TV Ontario, Toronto., Optima, Inc., and Stern, Janet

Abstract

This report presents the results of a survey of both elementary and secondary level teachers in French-language schools in Ontario which was conducted to determine the usage of educational television in these schools. The 630 responses to the questionnaire yielded information on: (1) educational television usage, both live broadcast and videotaped recordings; (2) the availability of electronic equipment such as television sets and videotape recorders; (3) regional use of live television; (4) access to videocassettes produced or distributed by La Chaine; (5) sources of videocassettes other than those of La Chaine; (6) the primary function of educational television; (7) the relevancy of La Chaine broadcasts; (8) teacher planning processes; (9) teacher training needs; and (10) computer usage. It was concluded that educational television in general--and La Chaine in particular--are used widely and with great success because of the quality of the programs and the efficiency of the medium as an instructional tool in schools. Appendices include a copy of the questionnaire sent to teachers; a discussion of decisions made based on responses to the questionnaires; breakdowns of responses by gender, region, and elementary/secondary level; and a list of television series used at the elementary level together with the percentage of respondents who used the particular series. A summary of the findings in English is included. (DB)

Published
1990

20. IFLA General Conference, 1991. Official Opening and Plenary Session, Open Forum on IFLA's Professional Activities, Contributed Papers Session. Booklet 0.

Author

International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions, The Hague (Netherlands).

Abstract

The nine papers in this booklet were presented at three sessions of the IFLA General Conference. The text of the first paper, "Presidential Address at the Opening of the IFLA Council and General Conference: Moscow 1991" (Hans-Peter Geh, President of IFLA), is provided in English, German, and Russian. The text of the second paper, "Libraries and Culture," (N. N. Gubenko, Minister of Culture of the USSR) is provided in English, French, and Russian. Six of the seven remaining papers, which include four reports on IFLA's professional activities, are presented in English: (1) "IFLA Core Programme for Universal Availability of Publications (UAP). Medium Term Programme 1992-1997" (Graham P. Cornish); (2) "The Medium-Term Programme 1992-1997 of the UBCIM Core Programme" (Marie-France Plassard); (3) "Medium Term Programme 1992-1997. Universal Dataflow and Telecommunications Core Programme" (Leigh Swain); (4) "The Medium Term Programme 1992-1997 of IFLA's Core Programme for the Advancement of Librarianship in the Third World--ALP" (Birgitta Bergdahl); (5) "Chinese Libraries for the Promotion of International Cultural Exchange and Cooperation" (Li-Yi-Ti, China); and (6) "National Identity and International Knowledge: The Library's Bridging Role" (Alan E. Smith, New Zealand). The final paper, "Aculturacion y Bibliotecas: Analisis y Propuestas de Actuacion" (J. Fuentes Romero, Spain), is presented in Spanish. (MAB)

Published
1991

21. Home Economics/Family Studies Education in Canadian Schools: A Position Paper = L'enseignement de l'economie familiale/etudes familiales dans les ecoles canadiennes: Expose de principes.

Abstract

English and French versions of the Canadian Home Economics Association's position paper describe the place of home economics/family studies (HEFS) in education and worldwide trends indicating the need for HEFS. Suggests it is the only subject with the primary focus on preparing students for everyday life in an increasingly complex global society. (SK)

Published
1996

22. IFLA General Conference, 1990. Official Opening and Plenary Session; Open Forum on IFLA's Core Programmes; Contributed Papers Session. Booklet 0.

Author

International Federation of Library Associations, The Hague (Netherlands).

Abstract

The 15 papers in this collection include opening remarks, reports on core programs of the International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA), and papers from a contributed papers session. Contents are: (1) "Opening Speech of the IFLA General Conference: Stockholm 1990" (Hans-Peter Geh), in German, with an English translation; (2) "The IFLA Core Programme for the Universal Availability of Publications (UAP)" (David Bradbury and Graham P. Cornish); (3) "Core Programme on Preservation and Conservation (PAC), Report to the Open Forum for the IFLA Core Programmes Sunday, 20 August 1990" (Merrily A. Smith); (4) "IFLA UDT (Universal Dataflow and Telecommunications) Core Programme, Open Forum 1990" (Leigh Swain); (5) "How Does a National Library with a Triple Function Operate?" (Martina Sircelj); (6) "The Threat of Illiteracy in Developing Countries: Challenges and Reality" (N. G. Naidu); (7) "Libraries as Partners in the Fight To Eradicate Illiteracy in Sub-Saharan Africa" (Kosi A. Kedem); (8) "Un outil de transfer des connaissances entre le Nord et le Sud: la Banque internationale d'information sur les Etats francophones (BIEF)" (BIEF--The International Bank of Information on French-Speaking Countries--A North-South Knowledge Transfer Tool) (Suzanne Richer); (9) "Das Kalmarmodell: die Bibliothek als informatives und padagogisches Werkzeug im Schulunterricht" (The Kalmar Model: The Library as Information and Teaching Tool in School Instruction) (Brigitte Kuhnel); (10) "Telecottages--Inside or Outside Libraries?" (Tuula Haavisto); (11) "Libraries and Social Structure" (Bengt Goransson); (12) "Universal Bibliographic Control and International MARC Programme" (Marie-France Plassard); (13) "Opening Address to the 56th IFLA General Conference" (Wolfgang Lohner); (14) "How To Nominate Members for Standing Committees, 1991" (Hope Clement); and (15) opening remarks (in German) by Lars-Erik Sanner. (MAB)

Published
1990

23. Software Applications to Educational Planning and Management. A Collection of Papers.

Author

Saint-Germain, M.

Abstract

The five papers in this collection examine the existing trends in the use of microcomputers in educational planning and management. In the first paper, "Reflexions sur l'Ordre du Jour" (French), Michel Saint-Germain addresses contextual factors surrounding the use of computers, priorities that must be accounted for before developing new software applications, and issues related to joint cooperation. In the second paper, "Computer (Software) Applications to Educational Planning and Management," Brent Edward Wholeben discusses trends in planning and management, priorities for software design and development, and cooperation between universities and specialized research centers. The education policy for international computing survey (in English and Spanish) is included. In the third paper, "Computer-based Educational Planning and Management in Africa: Current Trends," Boubacar Camara focuses on the growth of statistical applications and statistical databases, the design of information systems, and training workshops in computer literacy. In the fourth paper, "Software Application to Educational Planning: Notes on the Agenda," Habib Khan focuses on software applications to educational planning and the design and implementation of Education Management Information Systems. In the fifth paper, "Software Priorities for Educational Planning," Luis Valadares Tavares outlines the process of educational planning and notes the facets of that process that may be supported by appropriate software. (DB)

Published
1990

24. NATCON Papers 1998 = Les Actes du CONAT [1998]. Papers Presented at the Annual Meeting of the National Consultation on Career Development (NATCON) (24th, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, January 26-28, 1998).

Author

National Consultation on Career Development (NATCON), Toronto (Ontario). and National Consultation on Career Development (NATCON), Toronto (Ontario).

Abstract

Papers published in NATCON 1998 are: (1) "A Roadmap for Career Management" (D. I. Riddle); (2) "A Sharing of Our Successes" (H. van Bommel); (3) "Assessing Clients with Learning Disabilities in Career Counselling" (J. B. Stewart); (4) "Career and Personal Planning: Diploma Program and Resources" (A. Marshall); (5) "Career Counseling in a Wired World" (G. Weber, K. Kerford)' (6) "Cognitive Structures in the Assessment Phase of Counselling" (G. Harris); (7) "Connecting Prior Learning Assessment to Career Development" (G. S. Peruniak, D. Welch); (8) "Difficultes et besoins des jeunes en matiere d'integration au marche du travail" (J.-G. Ouellette, D. Lord); (9) "Disability in the Workplace: Effective and Cost-Effective Accommodation Planning" (A. Cantor); (10) "Initatives nouvelles de formation en developpement et en counseling de carriere" (J.-G. Ouellette, D. LeBreton Forbes); (11) "Intergenerational Conflict in Career and Life Planning" (N. Arthur); (12) "Job Search Strategies for the Difficult to Place" (F. Cheek); (13) "L'employabilite en formation professionnelle au Quebec: doit-on s'en preoccuper?" (M. Tardif); (14) "Les nouvelles technologies--L'Internet, ca va?" (W.-G. Darou, M.-H. Duchaine); (15) "Les transitions professionnelles dans un contexte de precarite: recherches et solutions" (G. Fournier, C. Delmotte); (16) "L'integration au marche du travail: l'aventure des diplomes" (G. Fournier, L. Croteau); (17) "Metacognition and Vocational Counseling" (B. A. Symes); (18) "Mind at Work: Improving Workplace Satisfaction and Enjoyment" (T. Warney); (19)"Plafonnement de carriere: le cas des cadres de l'entreprise privee" (L. Lemire, C.-H. Amherdt); (20) "The Role of Diagnostic Assessment in Career Exploration" (M. Jean); (21) "Training Career Development Facilitators in Ethical Decision-Making" (V. G. Ward); (22) "Un guide au service du partenariat" (M. Gingras, D. Marceau, G. Weeks); (23) "Update on National Career Development Guidelines and Standards" (B. Hiebert, B. MacCallum, F. Ball, L. Bezanson, M. Cahill, E. Collins, M. Courchene, E. Desjardins, G. Donald, N. Galarneau, C. Tumber, V. Ward); (24) "Vie professionnelle et developpement de carriere au feminin" (A. Spain, L. Bedard, L. Paiement). (EMK)

Published
1998

25. Travaux Neuchatelois de Linguistique (TRANEL) (Neuchatel Working Papers in Linguistics), Volume 14.

Author

Neuchatel Univ. (Switzerland). Inst. de Linguistique., Py, Bernard, and Rubattel, Christian

Abstract

Three papers in linguistics, all in French, are presented. "La delocutivite lexicale en francais standard: esquisse d'un modele derivationnel" ("Lexical Delocutivity in Standard French: Sketch of a Derivational Model"), by Marc Bonhomme, examines the process by which certain expressions become neologisms. "La terminologie de l'Essai de grammaire de la langue francaise' de Damourette et Pichon" ("The Terminology of 'The Essay on Grammar of the French Language' by Damourette and Pichon"), by Ruedi Rohrbach, explores why grammarians Damourette and Pichon attempted to reinvent the terminology of grammar, and how their results are coherent but not always in accordance with empirical reality. In "Statut de langue et accommodation langagiere le long d'une frontiere linguistique" ("Status of Language and Language-Related Accommodation Along a Linguistic Frontier") (Shana Poplack), research on French language patterns along the border between French-majority Quebec and French-minority Ontario is presented. Individual papers contain references. (MSE)

Published
1989

26. Comparaison de deux versions d'une test de classement: Version papier-crayon et version informatisee (Comparison of Two Versions of a Placement Test: Paper-Pencil Version and Computer-based Version).

Author

Weinberg, Alysse

Abstract

Describes computer-based placement tests developed at the second language institute at the University of Ottawa, Canada using Ficelle. Students in the French as a second language program were tested using either the computer-based test or a pencil-and-paper test. Statistical analysis indicated no significant differences between the two test versions. Students and faculty comments showed a positive reaction to the computer-based test. (Author/VWL)

Published
2001

27. [Implementation of the dematerialization of the patient file in the context of COVID in the ONCORAD radiotherapy units: Transition to "paperless"].

Author

Boutry C, Sors A, Meynard K, Zarate MD, Couderc MS, Delmas MV, and Dudouet P

Subjects
COVID-19 transmission, Humans, COVID-19 prevention & control, Electronic Health Records, Fomites virology, Health Records, Personal, Paper, Radiation Oncology
Abstract

Paper patient file sharing has clearly been identified as a risk behavior for the COVID-19 virus transmission in radiotherapy units. In order to overcome this, the ONCORAD radiotherapy units worked on total dematerialization of the paper patient file, within 3 weeks. The methodology is based on a quality approch. This work has led to a convincing improvement in the management of risks a priori and a smoother patient care workflow., (Copyright © 2021 Société française de radiothérapie oncologique (SFRO). Published by Elsevier Masson SAS. All rights reserved.)

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2021
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29. Towards a New Paradigm for Scholarly Communication. Discussion Paper Prepared by the AUCC-CARL/ABRC Task Force on Academic Libraries and Scholarly Communication = Vers un nouveau paradigme de communication savante. Document de travail prepare par le Groupe et de l'ABRC/CARL sur les bibliotheques universitaires et la communication savante.

Author

Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada, Ottawa (Ontario).

Abstract

The challenges and opportunities presented by fiscal constraint, new technologies and an information "explosion" require that universities and their libraries develop a system by which scholars and students can access information when it is needed. This discussion paper in English and French, is the first of a series of papers intended to raise awareness of important issues in academic libraries' support of scholarship in Canadian universities, to describe initiatives which address these issues, and to propose strategies for dealing with them. The ability of Canadian academic libraries to provide access to scholarly information is increasingly constrained by the worldwide proliferation and high cost of scholarly publications and the limitations of Canadian copyright legislation and copyright practices. This has a significant impact on the role of research within the academic community and on university promotion and tenure practices. Any new system that seeks to replace the current paper-based scholarly communication system will be expected to: restore scholar centricity; be network-based; be able to support all formats; protect the copyright interests of both scholars and institutions; be responsive to the values of peer review; base prices on actual costs; be timely; and provide the tools to create, convert, and organize the available information. A number of projects are underway among the academic community and by the federal government that address these needs. Appendices provide a list of task force representatives, descriptions of the roles of the National Library of Canada and the Canada Institute for Scientific and Technical Information of the National Research Council of Canada, and a discussion of academic library studies in the United States and the United Kingdom. Suggested readings, Internet and UseNet newsgroups and a listserver are also provided. (AEF)

Published
1995

30. La Description des langues naturelles en vue d'applications linguistiques: Actes du colloque (The Description of Natural Languages with a View to Linguistic Applications: Conference Papers). Publication K-10.

Author

Laval Univ., Quebec (Quebec). International Center for Research on Bilingualism. and Ouellon, Conrad

Abstract

Presentations from a colloquium on applications of research on natural languages to computer science address the following topics: (1) analysis of complex adverbs; (2) parser use in computerized text analysis; (3) French language utilities; (4) lexicographic mapping of official language notices; (5) phonographic codification of Spanish; (6) electronic dictionaries; (7) specialized linguistic programs; (8) text difficulty; (9) linguistic variation and formalization in Quebec French; (10) French text generation software; (11) consequences for parsing of heterogeneity and insertion in sentences; (12) language utilities; (13) interaction of orthographic and phonological representations in reading; (14) automatic phoneticization of French texts; (15) computerized content analysis; (16) description of natural languages with a view to computer applications; (17) software to aid in the conception of deontic knowledge bases; (18) software for computer-assisted text generation; (19) organization of segment lengths in syllabic rhyme; (20) a language utility for public administration; (21) French prosody; (22) interactive treatment of documents; (23) transcription of oral corpuses from a comparative perspective; (24) a linguistic work station; (25) universal applicative grammar; (26) and the speed of synthesized speech. Other papers are abstracted only. (MSE)

Published
1989

31. Academic Freedom and University Autonomy. Papers on Higher Education Series.

Author

United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, Bucharest (Romania). European Centre for Higher Education. and United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, Bucharest (Romania). European Centre for Higher Education.

Abstract

This volume contains speeches and papers given at the International Conference on Academic Freedom and University Autonomy held in Sinaia, Romania, May 5-7, 1992. Section 1 contains introductory addresses by Federico Mayor, Maitland Stobart, Hinrich Seidel,and Walter Kamba. Section 2 contains 18 papers that address connotations and challenges of academic freedom and university autonomy. Among topics discussed in this context are human rights and academic freedom, the development of international standards concerning the status of higher education teaching personnel, continuing education, leadership, the advancement of knowledge, accountability in multi-university national systems, tensions between public universities and state governments, and academic freedom in the United States. Section 3 contains nine case studies involving the following nations: Hungary, Poland, Russia, Turkey, the United States, Spain, Serbia, and Macedonia. This section also includes three papers on market mechanisms in higher education in the nations of Norway, Poland, and the United States. Also in Section 3 are four papers on the social responsibilities of higher education. Section 4 contains the conference's closing address by Marco Antonio R. Dias. (Some papers contain references.) (JB)

Published
1993

33. Adult Education and Work. Papers Presented at the Seminar on Adult Education and Work (Hamburg, Germany, November 30-December 1, 1990).

Author

United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, Hamburg (Germany). Inst. for Education.

Abstract

This report contains an introduction and six presentations from a seminar on adult education and work. The introduction by Paul Belanger and four of the papers are in French; the other two are in English. The papers are "The Expansion of Adult Education and Training in Europe: Trends, Explanations, and Challenges" (Albert Tuijnman); "Analyse de tendances caracteristiques des transformations de la demande en education des adultes dans les societes industrialisees [Analysis of trends in the changed demand for adult education in industrialized societies]" (Paul Belanger); "Education des adultes, formation professionnelle continue et processus d'exclusion: interrrogations et pistes de recherche [Adult education, continuing professional development and the process of exclusion: inquiries and paths of research]" (Claude Dubar); "Les enjeux de l'utilisation de l'education des adultes dans les programmes de la reduction de chomage en Grande Bretagne [What is at stake in the use of adult education in programs for reducing unemployment in Great Britain]" (John Field); "Access to Employment of Unemployed Young People: Requisites and Prerequisites" (Saul Meghnagi); and "Division internationale du travail et politique educative [The international division of labor and educational policy]" (Ettore Gelpi). Each presentation is followed by a list of references. (YLB)

Published
1992

34. NATCON Papers 1997 = Les Actes du CONAT [1997]. Presented at the Annual Meeting of the National Consultation on Career Development (NATCON) (23rd, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, January 20-22, 1997).

Author

National Academy of Engineering, Washington, DC. Committee on Technology and International Economic and Trade Issues. and National Academy of Engineering, Washington, DC. Committee on Technology and International Economic and Trade Issues.

Abstract

Papers submitted to NATCON 1997 are: (1) "Athabasca University Certificate in Career Development: Innovative Collaboration" (J. Baty, B. Hiebert, G. Peruniak, D. Welch); (2) "A Multigenerational Approach to Career Counseling" (C. McCarty); (3) "Becoming Self-Directed: The Importance of Values Assessment" (C. E. Mossop); (4) "Building New Employment Relations" (K. Calvert, M. Jensen); (5) "Career-Counselling University Students with Learning Disabilities" (B. A. Symes); (6) "Career Planning with Adult Daughters of Alcoholics" (A. B. Nyiri); (7) "Conquering Interview Anxiety" (F. Cheek); (8) "Creativity as a Core Competency" (S. Murphy, T. Murphy); (9) "Ethics and Issues in Career Counselling" (J. B. Stewart); (10) "Helping People Who Hate Their Jobs" (G. Dutch); (11)"Informed-Choice Counselling: The Key to Success in Training" (L. Willis, J. Baty, J. Bain, L Harris); (12) "Kegan's Constructive Developmental Framework for Adult Careers Transition" (A. Marshall); (13) "Laid Off--Then What? Effective Strategies for Career Renewal" (R. Neault); (14) "The Workability Handbook" (D. Redekopp, C. Crickmore); (15) "Le mentorat de personnes retraitees pour l'exploration professionnelle au secondaire" (P. Dupont, M. Blain); (16) "Les pratiques d'employabilite: entre le prescrit et le reel" (C. Leclerc, B. Bourassa, M.-F. Maranda, Y. Comeau); (17) "Les Technologies de l'information dans le contexte du counselling d'emploi" (M. Turcotte); (18) "Lifelong Learning and Career Development: The Need for a Learner-Centered Approach" (M. Ogisu-Kamiya); (19)"L'implication des partenaires dans le retour en formation des adultes" (M. Tardif, G. Debeurme, F. Serre); (21) "Management and Organizational Trends: Friend or Foe?" (J. Asgar, D. Wigley); (20) "Men and Work" (H. Deutschendorf); (22) "Motivation et orientation: un but significatif" (M. Gingras, D. Chagnon); (23) "New Measures of Social Economic Value: Community-Based Training Report" (B. J. Richmond); (24) "Outreaching with the Employment Solution" (P. L. Giacomoni); (25) "Plan Your Work; Work Your Plan: A Practice Career-Management Strategy" (M. C. Thompson); (26) "Syndrome d'epuisement chez les chomeurs de longue duree et chez les autres" (G. Evequoz); (27) "LearnScape: Comprehensive Professional Development Software" (D. Redekopp, D. Mackenzie, D. Welch, B. Hiebert); (28) "Values Alignment: A Hands-On Session for Counsellors" (C. E. Mossop); (29) "Vers le developpement d'un modele de la reussite lors d'affectations a l'etranger" (E. Desjardins); (30) "Vers un modele explicatif des conflits travail-famille" (L. Lachance, B. Tetreau). (EMK)

Published
1997

35. Les sciences du langage a l'Universite de Neuchatel. Travaux Neuchatelois de linguistique (Language Sciences at the University of Neuchatel. Neuchatel Linguistic Working Papers) No. 15.

Author

Neuchatel Univ. (Switzerland). Inst. de Linguistique., Grosjean, Francois, Grosjean, Francois, and Neuchatel Univ. (Switzerland). Inst. de Linguistique.

Abstract

The journal of linguistics of the University of Neuchatel (Switzerland) contains information on the programs and faculty and articles in French (F) and English (E). They include: "From Behavioral Psychology to Sociolinguistics: Ten Years of Linguistics Applied to Language Teaching at Neuchatel" (F); "Intonation and Syntax: Neurolinguistic Contribution to the Study of the Role of Intonation Factors in Establishment of Syntactico-Semantic Relations of Phrase Constituents" (F); "Dialect and School in the European Countries" (E); "Experimental Psycholinguistics: A Science at the Crossroads of Several Disciplines" (F); "Teaching By Pictures or Through Pictures?" (F); "The Hidden Side of French" (F); "Phenomena of Regression in Linguistic Competence in Second Language Learning in a School Situation" (F); "What Is Logic Today?" (F); "Assimilation of Consonants in Spoken French" (F); "Good Usage is My Usage: Linguistic Norms and Procedures for Correction of Themes" (F); "Interaction Management and Discourse Complication: Narrative Sequences in Non-Native Language Conversation" (F); "Contrastive Analysis: History and Current Situation" (F); "Study of Interrogative Forms in French in 3-Year-Olds" (F); "Toward a Rhetoric of Implicit Content: The Example of Jokes" (F); "The Structure of the Minimal Utterance as Condition of Access to Interpretive Strategies" (F); and "Language Evaluation: Representative and Communicative Dimensions" (F). (MSE)

Published
1989

36. Recognition and Transparency of Vocational Qualifications; The Way Forward. Discussion Paper = Anerkennung und Transparenz von beruflichen Befahigungsnachweisen; Neue Wege. Diskussionspapier = Reconnaissance et transparence des qualifications professionelles; La voie a suivre. Document de discussion. CEDEFOP Panorama.

Author

European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training, Thessaloniki (Greece)., Bjornavold, Jens, and Sellin, Burkart

Abstract

The European Union's most important challenge is to establish permanent, reliable methodologies and systems that support transparency and recognition of vocational qualifications. The concept of "transparency of qualifications" has replaced "recognition" and "comparability.""Transparency" points to the need to make national qualifications more visible and understandable to outsiders; the introduction of common standards is an unnecessary implication. In the 4 decades since the establishment of the European Community, the problems of recognition and transparency of vocational qualifications have been addressed in various ways. Three distinct stages have been identified: harmonization of vocational education and training (1957-73); approximation of vocational training levels (1974-92); and convergence of vocational training (1992-present). A number of projects with partners from several countries have been set up through the Leonardo da Vinci program to address core elements of the transparency problem. Other initiatives have addressed the problem of recognition and comparison of nonformal skills. Unfortunately, the exchange of information is too weak, interpretation too poor, and mechanisms supporting exchange of information and interpretation insufficiently developed. Two complementary strategies to increase transparency and mutual trust have been suggested: a European Qualifications' Transparency Network and a general system of binding agreements among the European countries. (Page format using three columns offer German, English, and French language versions.) (YLB)

Published
1997

37. [Mortality in the French paper and pulp industry].

Author

Wild P, Bergeret A, Moulin JJ, Lahmar A, and Hours M

Subjects
Cause of Death, Female, Follow-Up Studies, France epidemiology, Humans, Job Description, Male, Population Surveillance, Risk Factors, Sex Distribution, Industry, Neoplasms etiology, Neoplasms mortality, Occupational Diseases etiology, Occupational Diseases mortality, Paper
Abstract

Background: The objective was to describe a possible cancer mortality risk in relation with the occupational exposure within an International study co-ordinated by the International Agency for Research on Cancer., Methods: An epidemiological cohort study was set up to assess the mortality in four French pulp and paper companies. The four cohorts were followed up from January 1st 1968 to December 31st 1992. The causes of death were ascertained by matching with the national file of causes of death., Results: The full cohort consisted in 5,529 men and 876 women. The total numbers of subjects deceased between 1968 and 1992 were respectively 708 and 34. Causes of death could be traced for 98%. The observed mortality was significantly lower than the expected for all causes of deaths (SMR = 0.86) as well for all deaths by cancer (SMR = 0.87). The analysis by departments showed an excess mortality by cancer of the pancreas in the wood preparation department (SMR = 3.14) as well as in the paper production department (SMR = 2.04)., Conclusions: In absence of any prior hypothesis, it is difficult to assign an occupational origin to these observed excesses. The future results of the international study will enable us to interpret these results more precisely.

Published
1998

38. Learner Involvement in Community-Based Literacy Programs. A Discussion Paper = L'Implication de l'Apprenant dans les programmes d'alphabetision communautaire.

Author

Core Literacy, Kitchener (Ontario)., Duff-McCracken, Donald, and Fretz, Barbara

Abstract

This manual is designed as a resource for involving learners in literacy programs. Although the report is written at a high reading level, highlights for each section that are written in clear language are found at the beginning of the manual. Section 1 introduces the topic of learner involvement; it also describes the benefits of learner involvement as listed by staff, learners, and board members and discusses the kinds of activities in which learners are involved. The rest of the section contains strategies for getting learners involved. They are divided into two categories. Setting the foundation includes these topics: learner empowerment, challenging confidentiality, building on learners' experiences, using the community to one's favor, supporting learners, and treating learners as equals. Building the house covers these areas: learners networking with each other, advocacy/outreach, working on real tasks that affect everyone, improving communication channels, providing ongoing program support, and adopting learner-friendly structures. Section 2 highlights specific barriers and techniques for overcoming them. These types of barriers are addressed: empowerment, program support for learners, community support for learners, confidentiality, communication, learner networks (learners groups and learners conferences), and changing the way that decisions are made. Eleven references are listed. Two appendixes include the methodology and guidelines for how to chair a meeting. A French language version is provided. (YLB)

Published
1992

39. Pile et Face: Avec du papier, des images, de la colle...et des ciseaux (Heads and Tails: With Paper, Pictures, Glue...and Scissors).

Author

Vever, Daniel

Abstract

A kit using the concept of puzzles as a focus for developing self-correcting instructional materials for French language teaching is described. The kit, designed for teachers and including 47 ideas organized by theme, contains matrices and cards for a variety of exercises at various levels and suggestions for their use. (MSE)

Published
1991

40. [Comparison of the performance of viral load screening from plasma and from the oneblotting paper (Oudried Blood Spot), protocol in people living with the human immunodeficiency virus (PLHIV) in Bamako].

Author

Telly N, Traoré S, Guindo I, Daou S, Maiga A, Traoré S, Doumbia S, Sidibé MD, Sangho O, Guindo O, Coulibaly CA, and Bougodogo F

Abstract

Introduction: The use of blotting paper as a support for quantification of viral load could improve the virological monitoring of patients on Human Immunodeficiency Virus treatment in Mali. The urgency is obvious to us that the coverage in charge is only 10% for the achievement of the 3rd 90., Objective: To assess the performance of viral load screening (sensitivity, specificity, concordance) of DBS from the one spot DBS protocol according to plasma in people living with the human immunodeficiency virus (PLHIV) in Bamako., Methods: A total of 130 blotting papers were made from blood samples received from five sites for monitoring live persons with HIV. These blotting papers thus made were analyzed with the Abbott m2000 apparatus for the purpose of quantifying the viral load with plasma as reference sample. The extraction was done with the m2000SP automatic extractor, following the protocol 1.0 mL HIV-RNA DBS Protocol for paper. Furthermore, the extraction of plasma RNA on the m2000SP was done according to the 0.6 mL HIV-1 RNA protocol., Results: With 130 samples with detectable viral loads, we obtained a correlation of r = 0.837 (p <0.001). In addition, the average difference between the viral load on blotting paper and plasma was 0.512 log / virological copies with a kappa coefficient = 0.708. The threshold of 1000 copies / mL defined as virological success in our study allowed us to obtain a sensitivity of 87% and a specificity of 100%., Conclusion: Decentralized zones or virological plasma monitoring is not accessible, the new Protocol one spot of Abbott laboratory offers an interesting opportunity for the follow-up of these patients with good performance at the threshold of 1000 copies. The use of DBS as a virological support can contribute effectively to the achievement of the 3rd 90., (Le comité de rédaction se réserve le droit de renvoyer aux auteurs avant toute soumission à l'avis des lecteurs les manuscrits qui ne seraient pas conformes à ces modalités de présentation. En outre il leur conseille de conserver un exemplaire du manuscrit, des figures et des tableaux.)

Published
2021

43. [Lung function testing under COVID-19: A position paper].

Author

Plantier L and Costes F

Subjects
Aerosols adverse effects, Asymptomatic Diseases, COVID-19, Coronavirus Infections diagnosis, Coronavirus Infections prevention & control, Coronavirus Infections transmission, Cross Infection prevention & control, Cross Infection transmission, Exercise Test, Humans, Hygiene, Infection Control methods, Infection Control standards, Infectious Disease Transmission, Patient-to-Professional prevention & control, Lung virology, Personal Protective Equipment, Physical Exertion, Pneumonia, Viral diagnosis, Pneumonia, Viral prevention & control, Pneumonia, Viral transmission, Procedures and Techniques Utilization, Respiration, Rest, SARS-CoV-2, Air Microbiology, Betacoronavirus isolation & purification, Betacoronavirus physiology, Coronavirus Infections physiopathology, Lung physiopathology, Pandemics prevention & control, Pneumonia, Viral physiopathology, Respiratory Function Tests
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2020
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44. [The invigorating testimony of the last "paper-journalist"].

Author

Nau JY

Subjects
Cultural Evolution, France, History, 20th Century, History, 21st Century, Internet, Journalism standards, Mass Media history, Mass Media trends, Workforce, Journalism history, Paper history, Printing history
Published
2014

46. IFLA General Conference, 1989. Introduction to IFLA's Core Programmes; Contributed Papers; Plenary Session Papers. Booklet 00.

Author

International Federation of Library Associations, The Hague (Netherlands).

Abstract

This collection contains three papers providing an introduction to the International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA) Core Programs, four contributed papers, and two Plenary Session papers: (1) "The Universal Bibliographic Control and International MARC (Machine Readable Cataloging Formats) Program" (Winston D. Roberts); (2) "Le Programme d'acces universel aux publications de l'IFLA (IFLA's Universal Access Program)" (Marie-France Plassard); (3) "IFLA Universal Dataflow and Telecommunications (UDT) Core Programme: IFLA Open Forum 1989" (Leigh Swain); (4) "Searching the Image Data Bank of the Bibliotheque Publique d'Information at the George Pompidou Center via the NUMERIS Network: Economic Aspects" (French and English versions; Luce-Marie Albiges); (5) "Library Funding and Economics: A Framework for Research" (Yale Braunstein); (6) "La Planificacion como incentivo de financiacion de bibliotecas publicas (Planning as an Incentive in Financing Public Libraries)" (Natividad Correas and Magdalena Vincent); (7) "Can we run libraries without books and journals?" (John Davies); (8) "Quelques problemes dans l'implantation de systemes d'information avances dans des pays en voie de developpement (Some Problems Involved in the Installation of Advanced Information Systems in Developing Countries)" (James Robredo, Tania Maria Botelho, and Murilo B. da Cunha); (9) "Priced Business Information Services from the Public Sector: Will They Succeed?" (Sheila A. E. Webber); (10) "Presidential Address: Paris 1989" (German and English versions; Hans-Peter Geh); and (11)"Libraries, Information, Economics" (Jacques Michel). (SD)

Published
1989

48. [A Mythological Anamnesis: from AIDS Spiders to the Bats of Ebola or Covid-19 - Revised Version of the Paper Presented at the Colloquium "Cultural and Social Perspectives on Epidemics", musée du quai Branly-Jacques-Chirac, June 27, 2019].

Author

Cros M

Subjects
Africa, Western epidemiology, Animals, Burkina Faso epidemiology, Communicable Diseases, Emerging epidemiology, Communicable Diseases, Emerging history, Congresses as Topic, Disease Vectors, Epidemics, HIV physiology, History, 21st Century, Host-Pathogen Interactions physiology, Humans, Museums, SARS-CoV-2 physiology, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome epidemiology, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome history, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome transmission, COVID-19 epidemiology, COVID-19 history, COVID-19 transmission, Chiroptera virology, Hemorrhagic Fever, Ebola epidemiology, Hemorrhagic Fever, Ebola history, Hemorrhagic Fever, Ebola transmission, Spiders virology
Abstract

This article focuses on some representations of the origin of AIDS and Ebola in Burkina Faso, against a new background of Covid-19 which began in early 2020 in connection with two animals: the spider and the bat. These are also, if not first and foremost, heroes of oral literature (from tales to myths) from this region of West Africa. It is up to anthropologists to explore the meandering symbolism and imagination of these liminal animals that move back and forth between the worlds inhabited by humans and the "bush" worlds of non-humans. Here arises a mythological anamnesis. These "trickster" animals challenge categories and understanding of both virologists and anthropologists., Competing Interests: The authors have no conflicts of interest to declare

Published
2020
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49. [Anticoagulant treatment in elderly patients with atrial fibrillation: position paper].

Author

Hanon O, Jeandel C, Jouanny P, Paccalin M, Puisieux F, Krolak-Salmon P, and Berrut G

Subjects
Aged, Atrial Fibrillation complications, Humans, Stroke etiology, Factor Xa Inhibitors therapeutic use, Stroke prevention & control
Abstract

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is common in the elderly. The treatment of this condition is based on anticoagulation in preventing Stroke and systemic arterial embolism. Vitamin K antagonists (VKAs) have long been the only anticoagulants available for the management of AF. Difficulties handling VKAs have made them one of the main causes of iatrogenic disease in the elderly. In the last 10 years, direct-acting oral anticoagulants (DOACs) have emerged and large randomized trials (RE-LY, ROCKET-AF, ARISTOTLE, ENGAGE-AF) have demonstrated their superiority over VKAs in the management of AF. These trials were conducted with large numbers of patients (n=71,683), including 27,500 aged ≥75 years and nearly 8,000 subjects aged >80 years. Results from 11 recent meta-analyses of randomized trials and observational real-world studies of 660,896 elderly patient indicate that DOACs are more effective than VKA-based prophylaxis in preventing stroke (risk reduction ranging from 13% to 26%) and carry a lower risk of cerebral hemorrhage (risk reduction 50%). The risk of major hemorrhage appears to be similar to or lower with DOACs than with VKAs (depending on the dosage, renal function, hemorrhagic site or type of DOACs). Moreover, a greater benefit of DOACs over VKA therapy has been found in subgroup analyses in subjects aged over 75 years, in patients with renal insufficiency (creatinine clearance 30-50 mL/min) and in those with a history of falls. Analyses indicate that DOACs are a better choice than VKAs in the elderly because elderly patients are those with the highest risk of stroke and cerebral hemorrhages. In summary, DOACs have a better efficacy/tolerance profile than VKAs, which justifies their first-line use in subjects over 75 years of age.

Published
2019
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50. IFLA General Conference, 1987. Division of General Research Libraries. National Libraries Section. University Libraries and Other General Research Libraries Section. Papers.

Author

International Federation of Library Associations, The Hague (Netherlands).

Abstract

Of the 11 papers in this collection, three are in German and in English translation; one is in French with an English translation and two are in French only; one is in Spanish with an English translation; and four are in English. The papers include: (1) "Europaische Bibliotheksinitiativen = European Library Initiatives" (Gunther Pflug); (2) "Die Zusammenarbeit Wissenschaftlicher Bibliotheken in den Sozialistischen Landern = The Cooperation of Academic Libraries in the Socialist Countries in Europe" (Radoslaw Cybulski); (3) "National Libraries in a Time of Change" (Maurice B. Line); (4) "Was Ist eine Nationalbibliothek? = What Is a National Library?" (Gunther Pflug); (5) "The National Libraries of Southern Europe: Present Situation and Probable Development" (Maria Luisa Cabral); (6) "La situation des bibliotheques universitaires au Portugal = The Situation of the University Libraries of Portugal," (Maria Jose Moura, in French only); (7) "Las Bibliotecas de Investigacion y el Sistema Espanol de Bibliotecas = The Research Libraries and the Spanish Library System" (Jeronimo Martines Gonzales); (8) "Automation et Cooperation dans les Bibliotheques Universitaires Italiennes = Automation and cooperation in Italian university libraries" (Giovanni Solimine, in French only); (9) "Guidelines for the Security of Loan Exhibitions" (Henry J. Heaney); (10) "'The Many and the One': Implications of Conspectus Building for Individual University Libraries" (David H. Stam); and (11) "Progress Report on 'The Legislation of the National Libraries of the Countries of the World' for the Period from April 1987 to July 1987" (Lenin State Library of the USSR). (MES)

Published
1987