Multilevel multitrait-multimethod model: application to the measurement of egocentered social networks

Our goal in this paper is to assess reliability and validity of egocentered network data using multilevel analysis (Muthen, 1989, Hox, 1993) under the multitrait-multimethod approach. The confirmatory factor analysis model for multitrait-multimethod data (Werts & Linn, 1970; Andrews, 1984) is used for our analyses. In this study we reanalyse a part of data of another study (Kogovšek et al., 2002) done on a representative sample of the inhabitants of Ljubljana. The traits used in our article are the name interpreters. We consider egocentered network data as hierarchical; therefore a multilevel analysis is required. We use Muthen's partial maximum likelihood approach, called pseudobalanced solution (Muthen, 1989, 1990, 1994) which produces estimations close to maximum likelihood for large ego sample sizes (Hox & Mass, 2001). Several analyses will be done in order to compare this multilevel analysis to classic methods of analysis such as the ones made in Kogovšek et al. (2002), who analysed the data only at group (ego) level considering averages of all alters within the ego. We show that some of the results obtained by classic methods are biased and that multilevel analysis provides more detailed information that much enriches the interpretation of reliability and validity of hierarchical data. Within and between-ego reliabilities and validities and other related quality measures are defined, computed and interpreted

QoS online routing and MPLS multilevel protection: a survey

A survey of MPLS protection methods and their utilization in combination with online routing methods is presented in this article. Usually, fault management methods pre-establish backup paths to recover traffic after a failure. In addition, MPLS allows the creation of different backup types, and hence MPLS is a suitable method to support traffic-engineered networks. In this article, an introduction of several label switch path backup types and their pros and cons are pointed out. The creation of an LSP involves a routing phase, which should include QoS aspects. In a similar way, to achieve a reliable network the LSP backups must also be routed by a QoS routing method. When LSP creation requests arrive one by one (a dynamic network scenario), online routing methods are applied. The relationship between MPLS fault management and QoS online routing methods is unavoidable, in particular during the creation of LSP backups. Both aspects are discussed in this article. Several ideas on how these actual technologies could be applied together are presented and compared

El manejo de los acervos digitales en la UNAM

Se describe la iniciativa actual que realiza la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) en torno a la administración de sus acervos digitales. Se presenta el modelo de manejo de recursos digitales y sus tres principales divisiones: publicaciones formales, páginas institucionales y otros recursos (literatura gris y bases de datos). Posteriormente se detallan tres proyectos específicos dentro de este marco: RAD repositorio institucional de la UNAM, sistema de revistas digitales UNAM y UNIBIO (Unidad de Informática para la Biodiversidad). Por último se describen los principales retos a futuro, principalmente la importancia del cabildeo con autoridades universitarias acerca del valor de la correcta administración de recursos digitales, la necesidad de desarrollar indicadores más eficientes para medir producción, impacto y visibilidad de recursos digitales y temas relacionados con el mantenimiento y preservación de los mismos.

Vimeo, Youtube and Flickr feeds

Links to my media resources at vimeo, youtube and flickr.

How to Reference and Cite

How to Reference and Cite

Maps, figures and photos for theses

This PowerPoint outlines the main points that you need to consider when adding figures to your thesis, including resolution, file format and copyright.

Notetaking and notemaking

University of Southampton, Dyslexia Services have developed a range of academic study skills resources available to download. This resource supports notetaking and notemaking.

The value of using short-format podcasts to enhance learning and teaching

This paper presents the findings of a podcasting trial held in 2007-2008 within the Faculty of Economics and Business at the University of Sydney, Australia. The trial investigates the value of using short-format podcasts to support assessment for postgraduate and undergraduate students. A multi-method approach is taken in investigating perceptions of the benefits of podcasting, incorporating surveys, focus groups and interviews. The results show that a majority of students believe they gained learning benefits from the podcasts and appreciated the flexibility of the medium to support their learning, and the lecturers felt the innovation helped diversify their pedagogical approach and support a diverse student population. Three primary conclusions are presented: (1) most students reject the mobile potential of podcasting in favour of their traditional study space at home; (2) what students and lecturers value about this podcasting design overlap; (3) the assessment-focussed, short-format podcast design may be considered a successful podcasting model. The paper finishes by identifying areas for future research on the effective use of podcasting in learning and teaching.

Mental Health: Alcohol and addiction

Interactive guided learning material for clinical year students; core concepts on alcohol and addiction

Mental Health: Violence and safety

Interactive guided learning material for clinical year students; core concepts on violence and safety

Web Design History, Web Advertising and Web Promotion.

Files related to two talks on Web Design History, Web Design Advertising and Promotion. Session 1 - 1 hour lecture on the history of design on the web (30 mins) and web advertising direct and viral (30mins). Session 2 - 1 hour lecture on using the web for promotion and marketing.

INFO2009 - Group 15 - Copyright, Patents and Trademarks

Set of lecture notes and interactive questions on Copyright, Patents and Trademarks

Strategic searching and controlled vocabulary

Using free text and controlled vocabulary in Medline and CINAHL

Measuring Reasearch Impact: Bibliometrics Presentation for Research Postgraduates and Staff

PowerPoint Presentation, recording and links used in the courses for Gradbook and Staffbook

Investigating the use of Virtual Learning Environments by teachers in schools and colleges

Investigating the use of Virtual Learning Environments by teachers in schools and colleges