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152. A Catalyst-for-Change Approach to Evaluation Capacity Building.

Author

García-Iriarte, Edurne, Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, Taylor-Ritzler, Tina, and Luna, Maria

Subjects
*EVALUATION, *COMMUNITY development, *CHANGE agents, *SOCIAL change, *DIFFUSION of innovations
Abstract

Evaluation capacity building (ECB) has become a popular approach for helping community-based organizations (CBOs) to meet their funders’ demands for accountability. This case study reports the ECB process with one staff member using a catalyst-for-change approach. The authors analyzed the role of the catalyst in diffusing evaluation knowledge and skills and in promoting evaluation mainstreaming and use within the CBO; and the outcomes achieved as a result of the catalyst’s role in the process of building evaluation capacity. Implications based on the study findings are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Published
2011
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153. Promoting Child Survival in Honduras: Factors for Program Sustainability.

Author

Balcazar, Fabricio E. and Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda

Subjects
CHILD mortality, SUSTAINABILITY, CHILD care, INFANTS, MOTHERS, DEVELOPING countries
Abstract

Child mortality has been a problem in developing countries for many years. This article summarizes the factors that were identified as contributing to the sustainability of a community-based growth-monitoring program for the prevention of child mortality in Honduras. The program used community volunteers to measure children's growth from birth until they reached two years of age. Honduras received support from the USAID to implement the program. The authors conducted an evaluation of the program that included responses from 32 health care workers, 45 weight monitors, 96 participating mothers and 32 non-participating mothers. Individual, community, environmental and institutional factors that contribute to the sustainability of the program are summarized. The implications for program replication are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2009
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154. Cultural competence training with organizations serving people with disabilities from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Author

Taylor-Ritzler, Tina, Balcazar, Fabricio, Dimpfl, Shawn, Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, Willis, Celestine, and Schiff, Rachel

Subjects
CULTURAL competence, PEOPLE with disabilities, PHYSICAL environment, OCCUPATIONAL training, EMPLOYMENT of people with disabilities, ORGANIZATIONAL goals, EMPLOYEE training, ASSOCIATIONS, institutions, etc., ATTITUDE (Psychology)
Abstract

This article describes the cultural competence training approach used by the Center for Capacity Building on Minorities with Disabilities Research with agencies that serve people with disabilities from different cultural backgrounds. The outcomes of the training on participants' individual levels of cultural knowledge, physical environment, attitudes, values and communication styles are presented. Data on the agencies' ability to set, pursue and attain organizational goals related to cultural competence is also presented. A total of 287 staff members representing 84 organizations completed individual-level assessment instruments. In addition, 43 organizations elected to receive follow-along support related to organizational cultural competence goals. Results indicated that participants experienced significant post-training improvements in cultural knowledge, physical environments, and values, attitudes and communication styles. In addition, after 6 months of follow-along support, participants were actively pursuing with progress or had achieved the majority of the cultural competence goals they set during training. The potential benefits and challenges of providing cultural competence training to staff that serve ethnic minority individuals with disabilities are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2008

155. An Interactive and Contextual Model of Community-University Collaborations for Research and Action.

Author

Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, Harper, Gary W., and Lewis, Rhonda

Abstract

The article examines an interactive and contextual model of community-university collaborations for research and action. The section proposes an interactive and contextual model for developing and sustaining community-university partnerships. The study explores on gaining entry into the community, developing and sustaining a mutual collaboration, and recognizing the benefits and outcomes of partnership work. It also offers the probable challenges that might threaten the partnership, such as resource inequality and time commitment.

Published
2005
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156. Experiences of Differential Treatment Among College Students of Color.

Author

Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, Orellana-Damacela, Lucia, Portillo, Nelson, Rowan, Jean M., and Andrews-Guillen, Chelsea

Subjects
*DISCRIMINATION in higher education, *COLLEGE students
Abstract

Cites findings of a study conducted by the authors on racial discrimination among college students in the U.S. Impact of race on daily experiences of college students; Details of factor analysis of vignettes perceived to have suffered differential treatment; Relation between experiencing differential treatment and level of offensiveness.

Published
2003
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158. THE USE OF RESEARCH PARTICIPATION FOR MENTORING PROSPECTIVE MINORITY GRADUATE STUDENTS.

Author

Crawford, Isiaah, Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, Figert, Anne, Nyden, Philip, and Reich, Jill

Subjects
MINORITY students, GRADUATE education, SOCIAL sciences education, COLLEGE students, MENTORING in education, SOCIAL scientists
Abstract

In this paper we describe a mentoring program targeted at undergraduate minority students interested in attending graduate school in the social sciences, which involves them in faculty-headed research projects. The program was developed to help minority students clarify their professional goals, to increase their research and technical skills (such as effective communication of ideas and findings), to foster close mentoring relationships with faculty members, and to help them apply and gain admittance into graduate training programs. We discuss the importance of structured mentoring programs in the professional socialization and development of minority and female social scientists, and make recommendations for prospective program planners. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
1996
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159. Embracing our principles and moral compass.

Author

Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda

Subjects
*ACCULTURATION, *SOCIAL processes, *HEALTH equity, *CRIMES against women, *ABUSE of women
Abstract

The article discusses various reports within the issue, including one by Genkova et al. on the acculturation and social adjustment of older Russian immigrants in the U.S., one by Hernandez-Plaza et al. on health care inequalities among immigrant women and one by Sabina et al. on the factors which influence hep-seeking behavior among Latino women who have been victims of interpersonal violence.

Published
2014
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160. African Americans' Views on Access to Healthy Foods: What a Farmers' Market Provides.

Author

Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, Martinez, Louise I., Cox, Ginnefer, and Jayraj, Anita

Subjects
AFRICAN Americans, FARMERS' markets, EXTENSION workers, FOOD, FOOD consumption
Abstract

Presents a study on African Americans' perceptions and satisfaction with a farmers' market and access to fresh foods in their community. Methodology of the study; Spending patterns at the farmers' market; Comparison between farmers' market and local stores; Conclusion of the study; Recommendations to extension professionals to help expand farmers' market in the low-income minority communities.

Published
2006

161. Obesity: A Public Health Epidemic.

Author

Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda

Subjects
PREVENTION of obesity, HEALTH promotion, PEOPLE with disabilities, CHILDREN
Abstract

The article discusses the role that occupational therapists can play to address the increasing incidence of obesity in the United States while citing a study by researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago, Department of Occupational Therapy. Also mentioned is the study funded by NIDRR (National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research) which applied existing standards for obesity prevention published by CDC to youth and young adults with disabilities from diverse backgrounds.

Published
2011

164. Coordination in Task-Performing Groups

Author

Wittenbaum, Gwen M., Vaughan, Sandra I., Strasser, Garold, Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Heath, Linda, editor, Edwards, John, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Bryant, Fred B., editor, Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor, Henderson-King, Eaaron, editor, and Myers, Judith, editor

Published
2002
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165. Improving Group Performance : The Case of the Jury

Author

Penrod, Steven, Heuer, Larry, Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Heath, Linda, editor, Edwards, John, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Bryant, Fred B., editor, Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor, Henderson-King, Eaaron, editor, and Myers, Judith, editor

Published
2002
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167. Training People to Work in Groups

Author

Moreland, Richard L., Argote, Linda, Krishnan, Ranjani, Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Heath, Linda, editor, Edwards, John, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Bryant, Fred B., editor, Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor, Henderson-King, Eaaron, editor, and Myers, Judith, editor

Published
2002
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169. Natural Development of Community Leadership

Author

Glidewell, John C., Kelly, James G., Bagby, Margaret, Dickerson, Anna, Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Heath, Linda, editor, Edwards, John, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Bryant, Fred B., editor, Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor, Henderson-King, Eaaron, editor, and Myers, Judith, editor

Published
2002
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170. Cooperative Learning and Social Interdependence Theory

Author

Johnson, David W., Johnson, Roger T., Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Heath, Linda, editor, Edwards, John, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Bryant, Fred B., editor, Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor, Henderson-King, Eaaron, editor, and Myers, Judith, editor

Published
2002
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172. Tapping the Power of Teams

Author

Savoie, Ernest J., Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Heath, Linda, editor, Edwards, John, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Bryant, Fred B., editor, Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor, Henderson-King, Eaaron, editor, and Myers, Judith, editor

Published
2002
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173. Why Teams Don’t Work

Author

Hackman, J. Richard, Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Heath, Linda, editor, Edwards, John, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Bryant, Fred B., editor, Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor, Henderson-King, Eaaron, editor, and Myers, Judith, editor

Published
2002
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175. AIDS, Sterile Needles, and Ethnocentrism

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Dawes, Robyn M., Heath, Linda, editor, Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Edwards, John, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Bryant, Fred B., editor, Henderson-King, Eaaron, editor, Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor, and Myers, Judith, editor

Published
1994
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178. Biases and Rationality in the Mediation Process

Author

Gibson, Kevin, Thompson, Leigh, Bazerman, Max H., Heath, Linda, editor, Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Edwards, John, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Bryant, Fred B., editor, Henderson-King, Eaaron, editor, Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor, and Myers, Judith, editor

Published
1994
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186. Heuristics, Biases, and Environmental Health Risk Analysis

Author

Holtgrave, David R., Kay, Linda S., Tinsley, Barbara J., Heath, Linda, editor, Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Edwards, John, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Bryant, Fred B., editor, Henderson-King, Eaaron, editor, Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor, and Myers, Judith, editor

Published
1994
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189. Policy Schemas for Affirmative Action

Author

Nacoste, Rupert W., Heath, Linda, editor, Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Edwards, John, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Bryant, Fred B., editor, Henderson-King, Eaaron, editor, Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor, and Myers, Judith, editor

Published
1994
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190. Heuristic Processing in Organizational Judgments

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Kulik, Carol T., Perry, Elissa L., Heath, Linda, editor, Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Edwards, John, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Bryant, Fred B., editor, Henderson-King, Eaaron, editor, Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor, and Myers, Judith, editor

Published
1994
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191. Statistical Analysis for Single-Case Designs

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Yarnold, Paul R., Bryant, Fred B., editor, Edwards, John, editor, Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Heath, Linda, editor, Henderson, Eaaron, editor, and Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor

Published
1992
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193. Resource Planning for Applied Research

Author

Bickman, Leonard, Bryant, Fred B., editor, Edwards, John, editor, Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Heath, Linda, editor, Henderson, Eaaron, editor, and Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor

Published
1992
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194. Computer Networks in Field Research

Author

Kiesler, Sara, Walsh, John, Sproull, Lee, Bryant, Fred B., editor, Edwards, John, editor, Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Heath, Linda, editor, Henderson, Eaaron, editor, and Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor

Published
1992
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196. Time Series Methods in Applied Social Research

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Mark, Melvin M., Sanna, Lawrence J., Shotland, R. Lance, Bryant, Fred B., editor, Edwards, John, editor, Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Heath, Linda, editor, Henderson, Eaaron, editor, and Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor

Published
1992
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197. Structural Equations Modeling : A New Friend?

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Olmstead, Richard E., Bentler, Peter M., Bryant, Fred B., editor, Edwards, John, editor, Tindale, R. Scott, editor, Posavac, Emil J., editor, Heath, Linda, editor, Henderson, Eaaron, editor, and Suarez-Balcazar, Yolanda, editor

Published
1992
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