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Determining the Superior Staffing Method in Assisted Living Facilities: Ratios versus Acuity-Based Staffing

Creator:: Finley, Tera R.
Abstract:: Assisted living facilities represent a large portion of the long-term care facilities in the United States. Although there are not uniform policies regulating assisted living facilities, debates on the best way to ensure adequate staffing center on two approaches: required ratios or acuity-based staffing. The purpose of this study is...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Tera R. Finley for the degree of Master of Public Policy presented on June

The Case for Remote Monitoring: Evidence from Kenya

Creator:: Dunn, Zachary A.
Abstract:: International development projects aimed at alleviating poverty often fall short when it comes to capacity for operation and maintenance. As a case in point, today it is estimated one-third of all African wells have fallen into disrepair due to lack of effective management, corresponding to as many as 250,000 broken...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Monitoring: Evidence from Kenya Abstract approved: Sally K. Gallagher International development projects

The Influence of State Level Variation in Maternity Leave Policies on U.S. Mothers’ Labor Force Participation

Creator:: Clark, Clair Elizabeth
Abstract:: The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 guarantees mothers twelve weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave to care for and bond with a newborn child, however, upon implementation only 45 percent of workers were covered by this law due to strict eligibility requirements and the proportion of eligible workers is...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Clair Elizabeth Clark presented on June 12th, 2013 APPROVED: Sally K. Gallagher

Microfinance as a Policy Tool for Women's Empowerment

Creator:: Ghimire, Narbada
Abstract:: Microfinance has been extolled by donor agencies, development practitioners and policy makers as a tool for alleviating poverty and empowering women. Yet little systematic research has been done to assess the conditions and extent to which microfinance programs accomplish these goals. This essay provides an assessment of that research. Based...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Policy essay of Narbada Ghimire presented on May 2nd, 2011 Approved: Sally Gallagher

The Effect of Proximity to Energy Development on Public Attitudes: Fracking in the U.S.

Creator:: Bugden, Dylan E.
Abstract:: An oil and gas extraction technique commonly referred to as “fracking”, “hydraulic fracturing”, “hydrofracking” or “unconventional shale development” has recently emerged as a major national and international policy issue. This combination of new and preexisting technologies has quickly spread around the world, allowing for the development of large, previously unviable...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: ______________________________________________________________ Dr. Sally Duncan, Oregon State University Policy Analysis Laboratory

Gender Discrimination in Education and Its Impact on Economic Growth: A Cross Country Panel Study

Creator:: Fouzia, Sultana Zeenat
Abstract:: Studies suggest that higher investment in human capital boosts economic growth by increased productivity. Education is considered to improve human capital, but it takes relatively long to achieve progress in education. Literacy of female population holds particular importance as it has both direct and indirect effect on growth. Apart from...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Sally Gallagher, representing Sociology Alison Johnston, representing Political Science

The Influence of Environmental Value Orientation and Climate Change Beliefs on the Firewise Behaviors of Central Oregon Residents

Creator:: Weston, Daniel L.
Abstract:: Over the past two decades, the western United States has experienced many of the costliest and most severe wildfires in history. To mitigate the effects of the growing threats posed by wildfires, residents in at-risk communities are encouraged to protect their homes and property by adopting Firewise recommendations. This article...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: , 2011 APPROVED: Brent Steel, representing Political Science Sally Duncan

Institutional Transition in the Electric Power Grid: Solar PV in California

Creator:: McGie, Darrell A.
Abstract:: Net energy metering (NEM), the diffusion of residential photovoltaics (PV), and the smart grid transition are three accelerants of change that impact the rate of transitory change in the electric power grid system. Institutional relationships that underpin the old central station model now appear to be fracturing under the weight...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Bernell, representing Political Science Sally Duncan, representing the OSU Policy

Beyond Buzzwords: A Case Study of U.S. NGO Implementation of Sustainable and Participatory Development in Rural Guatemala

Creator:: Boege, Sarah
Abstract:: Over the last several decades, the narrative around international development has shifted away from neoclassical models towards an increased focus on sustainability and community-driven participatory approaches. However, there is a lack of research looking at whether these theoretical concepts manifest in practical realities that avoid the imperialistic flaws of previous...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: : Amy Below, representing Political Science Sally Gallagher, representing Sociology

Examining Opposition Movements and Regime Stability in Tunisia and Jordan during the Arab Spring: A Political Opportunities Approach

Creator:: Meuse, Paul
Abstract:: By conducting a comparative case study of Tunisia and Jordan this essay seeks to add to the Arab Spring literature addressing why outcomes varied so significantly among countries in the region, especially given seemingly comparable demographic, socio-economic and political environments in the region as a whole. However, in contrast to...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Sally Gallagher Steven Ortiz Paul Meuse, Author 3

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Determining the Superior Staffing Method in Assisted Living Facilities: Ratios versus Acuity-Based Staffing

The Case for Remote Monitoring: Evidence from Kenya

The Influence of State Level Variation in Maternity Leave Policies on U.S. Mothers’ Labor Force Participation

Microfinance as a Policy Tool for Women's Empowerment

The Effect of Proximity to Energy Development on Public Attitudes: Fracking in the U.S.

Gender Discrimination in Education and Its Impact on Economic Growth: A Cross Country Panel Study

The Influence of Environmental Value Orientation and Climate Change Beliefs on the Firewise Behaviors of Central Oregon Residents

Institutional Transition in the Electric Power Grid: Solar PV in California

Beyond Buzzwords: A Case Study of U.S. NGO Implementation of Sustainable and Participatory Development in Rural Guatemala

Examining Opposition Movements and Regime Stability in Tunisia and Jordan during the Arab Spring: A Political Opportunities Approach

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