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framework, all students receive periodic screening (i.e., universal screening) for risk for reading disabilities; those … indicated that the dynamic screening measure significantly improved the prediction of reading outcomes over and above the static … showed that the dynamic screening measure added significantly to the prediction of reading outcomes. Additional analyses …
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In this paper, we decompose worldwide PISA mathematics and reading scores. While mathematics scores are still tilted … towards boys, girls have a larger advantage in reading over boys. Girls' disadvantage in mathematics is increasing over the …)equality also contributes to girls' disadvantage. For reading, at the upper end of the talent distribution, girls' advantage can be …
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The readability of annual reports has been the focus of extensive prior research. However, the extent of readability variability has only recently received specific attention. In response to a perceived need for further research into this area, an analysis of 60 UK chairman’s statements was...
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Purpose – This paper aims to explore accounting across time and space via novels. Design/methodology/approach – The paper uses distant readings. Findings – The paper reveals peculiarities and commonalities of the work of Certified Public Accountants 70 years ago and now. Originality/value...
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‐text articles in order to get a clearer understanding of the significance of full‐text viewing, especially in regard to reading … that a large proportion of views are very cursory in nature, although there is survey evidence to suggest that reading goes …
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Purpose – By tracking the information‐seeking and reading patterns of science, technology, medical and social science … periodically since 1977. Many questions used the critical incident of the last article reading to allow analysis of the … per year per science faculty member continues to increase, while the average time spent per reading is decreasing …
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Purpose – Using the public library context, this paper seeks to present research identifying perceived characteristics of fiction readers and their associated genres, with a particular emphasis on the reader of Black British and Asian fiction in the English language....
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Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to ask: What is the value and outcome of scholarly reading for academic staff …? How do academic library collections support research and teaching activities of academic staff? How do reading patterns of …? Design/methodology/approach – The paper provides insight into the values and outcomes of scholarly reading, identifies …
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Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to suggest approaches for nurturing the kinds of new thinking and new mental models among library staff that will support the development of more sustainable libraries. Design/methodology/approach – The paper discusses several key components – and...
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Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to provide insights and commentary into issues encountered in maintaining library technologies and electronic resources on a limited budget and with limited personnel. Design/methodology/approach – Uses real-world experiences and data to report on...
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