In this paper we present a framework for dynamically constructing Bayesian net­ works. We introduce the notion of a back­ ground knowledge base of �chemata, . �hich is a collection of parameterized conditiOnal probability statements. These schemata explicitly separate the general knowledge of properties an individual may have from the specific knowledge of particular individuals that may have t...

The relationship of self-rated performance to pay level satisfac tion, merit increase satisfaction, and instrumentality beliefs in a merit pay envi ronment is investigated. Self-rated performance exhibited a significant negative relationship with all three variables beyond that accounted for by control vari ables. Implications and suggestions for future research are discussed. Merit pay program...

Universal Design for Instruction (UDI) in postsecondary education is a relatively new concept/framework that has generated significant support. The purpose of this literature review was to examine existing empirical research, including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods, on the use of UDI (and related terms) in postsecondary education. The criteria used to select articles included in ...

Isozyme, randomly amplified polymorphid DNA (RAPD), and simple sequence repeats (SSR) markers were used to generate a linkage map in an F, and F3 waterjnelon [Citrullus funatus (Thumb.) Matsum. & Nakai] population derived from a cross between the fusarium wilt (Fcrsar& o.rysporum f. sp. nivemr) susceptible ‘New Hampshire Midget’ and resistant PI 296341-FR. A 112.9 CM RAPD-base? map consisting o...

-Questionnaire data obtained from 1,631 tenth quent smoking. That both cigarettes and SLT are tobacco grade students in 14 school districts in the State of Washington products and contain absorbable nicotine indicates strongly are used in this investigation ofthe relationship between the onset that an associated nicotine dependence may result in indiprocesses for smokeless tobacco use and smoki...

This chapter describes the mechanisms through which the experi­ ence of processing ease, or fluency, can influence attitudes and persuasion. In particular, we argue that ease can impact attitude change not only by serving as a peripheral cue (e.g., being experienced as positive affect or as input to an availability heuristic), but also by affecting the thoughts people generate and the confidenc...

The Hawaiian stream limpet, Neritina granosa Sowerby, has three shell morphologies: conic (smooth, narrow shell), intermediate (rugose, narrow shell), and winged (flattened, rugose, and flared shell margin). We studied the relationship between shell morphology and water flow in a laboratory flume and in populations from Palauhulu Stream, Maui. Winged morphs represented 82% of the population at ...

-Conservation plans for amphibians often focus on activities at the breeding site, but for species that use temstrial habitats for much of the year, an understanding of nonbreeding habitat use is also essential. We used radio telemetry to study the postbreeding movements of individuals of the only known population of dark gopher frogs, Rana sevosa, during two breeding seasons (1994 and 1996). M...

The human resources (HR) function within organizations has expanded beyond administrative and operational roles to include more strategic responsibilities. This change is requiring HR practitioners to take on new types of responsibilities in the area of organizational development—responsibilities that include redesigning jobs and work, developing performance management systems, managing change,...

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