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Title: “Good People with Good Intentions”: Deconstructing A Post-Secondary Institution’s Sexual Violence Policy Construction
Contributor(s): Irene Shankar (author); D. Scharie Tavcer (author); Mount Royal University (funder)
Date issued: 2021; 2021
Description: This exploratory study investigates the expertise of committee members tasked with constructing sexual violence policies within a post-secondary institution (PSI) and the constraints under which they complete this work. Our findings indicate that allocated committees prioritize institutional risk management, normalize confusion, and most members have little or no understanding of the intersectionality of violence. These findings contextualize PSI’s failure to address structural violence. Our recommendations urge PSIs to include subject experts, consult with existing service providers, and integrate research on the intersectionality of sexualized violence within their policy and program...
Appears in collection(s): Arts

Title: Status of social media public relations research: An analysis of recent developments and trends
Contributor(s): Ran Ju (author); Sandra Braun (author); Dat Huynhn (author); Sarah McCaffrey (author)
Date issued: 2021; 2021
Description: This study examined the development of social media public relations research by analyzing 189 articles published between 2008 and 2018 from two leading academic public relations journals. It focused on research topics, research subjects, theoretical frameworks, methodological approaches, and research perspectives. Key findings suggest a boom in production, a trend toward more theoretical rigor, a set of newly favored theories, a more balanced methodological approach, and a multi-perspective orientation on research in social media public relations research. The findings depict the status of social media public relations research to date and provide a macro-level understanding of social...
Appears in collection(s): Business and Communication Studies

Title: The Medium Is the Message: WeChat, YouTube, and Facebook Usage and Acculturation Outcomes
Contributor(s): Ran Ju (author); Leah Hamilton (author); Matther McLaron (author)
Date issued: 2021; 2021
Description: Social media usage has been recognized as an integral part of immigrants’ acculturation experiences, yet research on social media is just emerging, and more detailed understanding is needed. Drawing on the interactive theory of communication and crosscultural adaptation (ITCCA), the current project used a mixed-method approach to understand how Chinese immigrants’ social media use influences their acculturation experiences. Through focus groups and a survey, we examined which social media platforms Chinese immigrants use and for what purposes during their acculturation process, and what influence social media use has on their acculturation process in Canada. Our findings expand the scope...
Appears in collection(s): Business and Communication Studies

Title: Power, Voice, and Positionality: An Undergraduate Student-Faculty Research Team Podcasts Their Experience with a Students-as-Partners Framework
Contributor(s): Haney, Sally (Creator); Dean, Yasmin (Creatorr); Creig, AmandaChronik, Michaela (Creator); Creig, Amanda (Creator)
Date issued: 2020; 2020
Description: Podcast and transcript together supporting the publication appearing in the Imaging SoTL journal.
Appears in collection(s): Centres & Institutes; Business and Communication Studies; Health, Community and Education

Title: Health, Community and Education
Description: Research and scholarship contributed by faculty members primarily based in the Faculty of Health, Community and Education.
Appears in collection(s): Faculty Research & Scholarship

Title: Continuing Education and Extension
Description: Research and scholarship contributed by faculty members primarily based in the Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension.
Appears in collection(s): Faculty Research & Scholarship

Title: Early research and reporting coming out of the literature about the future of higher education
Contributor(s): Sandra L. Braun (author)
Date issued: 2020; 2020
Description: This is a discussion of the review of current literature surrounding the future of higher education in light of COVID-19, globally. A scan of about 550 scholarly and trade articles yielded some pre-dominant themes by scholars, leaders and industry experts. Major themes centred around the acceleration and relative permanence of online learning, what is the purpose of the university, a re-examination of the role of brick and mortar, a re-envisioning of the traditional university campus spaces and emerging skills for the post-pandemic world.
Appears in collection(s): Business and Communication Studies

Title: Professional Identity Construction and Socialization among Public Relations Students in United Arab Emirates
Contributor(s): Braun, Sandra L. (author); Ben Moussa, Mohamed (author); Dafri, Wided (author); Stranjančević, Ana (author)
Date issued: 2018; 2018
Appears in collection(s): Business and Communication Studies

Title: Ancestral and Diasporic Tourism
Contributor(s): Braun, Sandra L. (author)
Date issued: 2018; 2018
Appears in collection(s): Business and Communication Studies

Title: Book Review - The Culture of Digital Scholarship
Contributor(s): Cari Merkley (author)
Date issued: 2020; 2020
Description: Review of the book The Culture of Digital Scholarship in Academic Libraries.
Appears in collection(s): University Library

Title: Untapped Opportunities for Mixed Methods in LIS Research
Contributor(s): Richard Hayman (author); Erika E. Smith (author)
Date issued: 2020; 2020
Description: Infographic highlighting key findings of a literature analysis for studies involving mixed methods in library and information science (LIS) research published from 2008-2018. The full study informing the infographic is available: Hayman, R., & Smith, E. E. (2020). Mixed methods research in library and information science: A methodological review. Evidence Based Library and Information Practice, 15(1). https://doi.org/10.18438/eblip29648
Appears in collection(s): University Library; Teaching and Learning

Title: Animal Assisted Therapy as a Rehabilitation Tool in Correctional Facilities
Contributor(s): Estera Kis (author); Doug King (thesis advisor); Mount Royal University Economics, Justice and Policy Studies (Degree granting institution)
Date issued: 2021; 2021
Description: It is essential to not solely focus on the punishment of incarcerated individuals, but to also focus on the rehabilitation of inmates in order to successfully integrate them back into the community. Recently, correctional institutions have begun integrating canine and animal training programs as a non-traditional method of rehabilitation and therapy. Preliminary evidence demonstrates that inmates benefit from these programs, learning life-enhancing skills and lowering the rate of recidivism. This thesis will examine the effect of animal assisted therapy (AAT) on inmate rehabilitation in correctional facilities. Evidence from a number of studies indicate that inmates gain life enhancing...
Appears in collection(s): Undergraduate Student Research

Title: A Comprehensive Analysis of Section 24(2) of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and the Evolving Evidentiary Rule
Contributor(s): Karima Taha (author); Doug King (thesis advisor); Mount Royal University Faculty of Arts Economics, Justice and Policy Studies (Degree granting institution)
Date issued: 2022-04-17; 2022-04-17
Description: The Supreme Court of Canada’s (SCC) evolving understanding of section 24(2) of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms has been informed largely by three landmark cases. In R. v. Collins (1987), R. v. Stillman (1997), and R. v. Grant (2009), the Court was required to consider the scope, applicability, and impact of the Charter. The Court’s most recent decision, R. v. Grant (2009), represented a major change to Canada’s constitutional exclusionary rule. A critical analysis of the Grant test will evaluate whether s. 24(2) provides a test that is rigorous enough to preserve the integrity of the administration of justice. This thesis will address criticism relating to the notion that the...
Appears in collection(s): Undergraduate Student Research

Title: A Critical Analysis of the Similarities between the REID Interview Technique and the PEACE Interview Model
Contributor(s): Husam Sa'ad Kazim Arafat (author); Janne Holmgren (thesis advisor); Mount Royal University Economics, Justice, and Policy Studies (Degree granting institution)
Date issued: 2020-04-06; 2020-04-06
Description: The REID interview technique has received criticism from the academic and legal fields in Canada and the United States. The criticism has led for calls to replace the REID technique with the PEACE model. In this paper, the methods of the REID technique and PEACE model will be outlined. Also, the legal cases involving the use of the REID technique in Canada will be outlined. The PEACE model argument will also be outlined. That information will be used to show a similarity between the REID technique and PEACE model. The similarity will show that the criticism against the REID technique focuses on specific misunderstandings that are related to the outcome of legal cases. The bigger picture...
Appears in collection(s): Undergraduate Student Research

Title: The Bond Between Risk Factors and Youth Mentorship
Contributor(s): Kaitlin McKendrick (author); Doug King (thesis advisor); Mount Royal University Economics, Justice, and Policy Studies (Degree granting institution)
Date issued: 2020-04; 2020-04
Description: Youth that are deemed at-risk to commit crime typically have experienced one or more factors that put them at risk. The purpose of this thesis is to examine the factors that put youth at greater risk of engaging in criminal behaviour. Then through the lens of Professor Travis Hirschi’s social bonding theory, examine existing research on the effectiveness of youth mentoring programs in building resiliency. Through the social bonding theory and the development of bonding elements, it is determined that youth mentorship programs that follow certain criteria can be effective in reducing risk factors among youth. With the research obtained, this thesis then compiles the criteria that...
Appears in collection(s): Undergraduate Student Research

Title: A Critical Assessment of Mr. Big Operations by Canada's Police
Contributor(s): Chanel Blais (author); Doug King (thesis advisor); Mount Royal University Economics, Justice, and Policy Studies (Degree granting institution)
Date issued: 2020-04; 2020-04
Description: The Canadian law enforcement Mr. Big operation continues to pose the risk of producing false confessions and, therefore, miscarriages of justice. Some case law protections available to prevent suspects from making incriminating statements are explicitly inapplicable to confessions elicited from Mr. Big stings. The R v Hart (2014) common law rules have adequately helped to address this by further analyzing the particular circumstances of a Mr. Big operation in the pursuit of justice. The application of the R v Hart regulations has led to the inadmissibility of several confessions and one exoneration. However, it did not exhaustively address all of the collective grievances associated with...
Appears in collection(s): Undergraduate Student Research

Title: A Critical Analysis of Youth Programming Supports that are Offered To At-Risk Youth Within Canada and Australia
Contributor(s): Luka Laughlin Vlahov (author); Doug King (thesis advisor); Mount Royal University Economics, Justice and Policy Studies (Degree granting institution)
Date issued: 2022-04; 2022-04
Description: Youth, who are identified as being at-risk, have often experienced at least one negative event within their lifetime, with most experiencing more than one; these risk factors often elevate a youth’s risk at becoming victimized, or becoming involved with the criminal justice system. The at-risk youth population requires well-rounded programming in order to mitigate these potential outcomes. The purpose of this research paper is to critically examine various programs from similar countries, specifically from Canada, and Australia, and then identify the positive factors within each program. Then, utilizing the identified factors, a grading scale/criterion will be created in order to rank the...
Appears in collection(s): Undergraduate Student Research

Title: Dark Net Markets: White House Market Drug Trades
Contributor(s): Shu Qi Liu (author); Tanya Trussler (thesis advisor); Mount Royal University Economics, Justice, and Policy Studies (Degree granting institution)
Date issued: 2020-04-22; 2020-04-22
Description: Dark net markets (DNMs) are underground markets that ship goods and services globally. A main component of DNMs is the distribution of illegal drugs, these markets offer a wide range of drugs to users all over the world. Using data from the White House Market, a DNM site, this paper examines the price, amount, type, origin and destination countries of drug listings starting from January 6th to January 19th, 2020. It was found that there are restrictions on distribution based on the country of origin, with some countries having a higher rate of orders being shipped globally, potentially due to more lax standards in customs. DNMs appear to be a better alternative to conduct drug sale...
Appears in collection(s): Undergraduate Student Research

Title: Sustainable teacher leadership
Contributor(s): Charles F. Webber (author); Jodi Nickel (author)
Date issued: 2021; 2021
Description: This report describes how teacher leadership is represented in the official documentation of key educational stakeholders in Alberta, Canada. Six themes emerged from the researchers’ document analysis: foundational understandings; student diversity; innovative curriculum and student engagement; community engagement; 21st century competencies; and reflection and professional learning. Analysis of the idealized themes resulted inthe identification of issues that may challenge teacher leaders. It is unlikely that teacher leaders can demonstrate competence in every theme area. Teacher leaders must necessarily prioritize some professional commitments in order to work sustainably. Several...
Appears in collection(s): Health, Community and Education

Title: Consensus for a primary care clinical decision-making tool for assessing, diagnosing, and managing shoulder pain in Alberta, Canada
Contributor(s): Breda H. F. Eubank (author); Sebastian W. Lackey (author); Mel Slomp (author); Jason R. Werle (author); Colleen Kuntze (author); David M. Sheps (author)
Date issued: October 2021; October 2021
Description: Background: Shoulder pain is a highly prevalent condition and a significant cause of morbidity and functional disability. Current data suggests that many patients presenting with shoulder pain at the primary care level are not receiving high quality care. Primary care decision-making is complex and has the potential to influence the quality of care provided and patient outcomes. The aim of this study was to develop a clinical decision-making tool that standardizes care and minimizes uncertainty in assessment, diagnosis, and management. Methods: First a rapid review was conducted to identify existing tools and evidence that could support a comprehensive clinical decision-making tool for...
Appears in collection(s): Health, Community and Education