“Meaningful participation” can be defined in terms of access to voice and competence of knowledge(s) that fosters shared understanding about values, interests, and concerns. Recent research about “analytic-deliberative” decision processes shows that meaningful public participation is possible, and decision outcomes are improved. The analytic component provides technical information that ensures...

than other forms of communication. This is because there is no clear separation of form or expression from the content in music since the expression is the content. Instead of information, it mainly communicates emotion since music is the logical expression of feelings. Music also has a powerful referential potential, which assigns meaning through association to past experiences. Music has Tabl...

Electronic Health Record Vendor Adherence to Usability Certification Requirements and Testing Standards Manyelectronichealthrecords (EHRs)havepoorusability, leading to user frustration and safety risks.1 Usability is the extent to which the technology helps users achieve their goals in a satisfying, effective, and efficient manner within the constraints and complexities of their work environmen...