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NAECR Networking event highlights latest research on social-emotional development

A panel of researchers from around the University of Nebraska system shared the latest news of early childhood social-emotional development research at the April 15 NAECR Networking event.

A panel of researchers discussed the latest programming, interventions and resources being used to promote early childhood social-emotional development across Nebraska at the NAECR Networking event April 15.

Panelists included Kerry-Ann Escayg, assistant professor of teacher education, University of Nebraska at Omaha; Sara Kupzyk, assistant professor of psychology, University of Nebraska at Omaha; and Abbie Raikes, associate professor of health promotion, University of Nebraska Medical Center Full Article

Data integrity, security, best practices outlined in methodology presentation

As remote technology-based research becomes more widespread, real threats to data integrity increase.

In recent years, remote technology-based research has rapidly increased in popularity and offers several advantages.

However, this approach also carries the risk of disingenuous responses, posing a real threat to data integrity.

Alexandra Terrill, associate professor, Departments of Occupational & Recreational Therapies and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the University of Utah, led an April 4 MAP Academy methodology presentation that outlined real-world examples of scammers across a range of study design types. Full Article

Video available for MAP Academy presentation featuring HyeonJin Yoon

HyeonJin Yoon, MAP Academy research assistant professor, discusses best practices for accessing and using publicly available datasets for research during her March 28 Methodology Applications Series presentation at Carolyn Pope Edwards Hall.

HyeonJin Yoon, MAP Academy research assistant professor, led the third and final presentation of the 2024-25 Methodology Applications Series March 28 at Carolyn Pope Edwards Hall.

Video is now available of Yoon’s presentation, titled, “Navigating Research Data Repositories to Support Secondary Analyses.” Full Article

Network advances Nebraska’s social, behavioral and educational research

CYFS Research Network
The CYFS Research Network website is a hub that connects social, behavioral and educational researchers across the University of Nebraska system, fosters collaboration and showcases their life-changing work.

Tackling society’s biggest challenges takes more than individual effort — it demands bold ideas, multiple perspectives and collective action.

As the needs of society grow more complex, collaboration between researchers and field-based partners has become essential for creating meaningful change. Full Article

NAECR Knowledge event highlights AI potential in early childhood research

The March 13 NAECR Knowledge event focused on strategies, tools and best practices for incorporating artificial intelligence into early childhood research.

How can early childhood researchers incorporate artificial intelligence into their work?

Early childhood researchers discussed strategies, tools and best practices for incorporating AI into their work during the spring NAECR Knowledge event March 13.

Mel Sedlacek, office associate with the Department of Child, Youth and Family Studies, and IDEA campus coordinator, led the virtual presentation for 21 attendees representing all four University of Nebraska campuses and the Buffett Early Childhood Institute. Full Article

CYFS launches Signature Research Impact Program

For the past 20 years, the Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families and Schools has remained committed to making positive difference in people’s lives through research in the social, behavioral and educational sciences.

As CYFS looks ahead to the next 20 years, the center is offering a new funding opportunity: The CYFS Signature Research Impact Program. Full Article

Project broadens horizons for preservice teachers, middle school students alike

Jillian Harpster, assistant professor of practice in the Department of Teaching, Learning and Teacher Education, chats with students during their May 2024 visit to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s city campus. Learn more about this project in the CYFS Research Network. View photo gallery.

As student populations grow and change throughout American schools, teachers face new challenges in meeting students’ needs and preparing them for long-term success.

For educators, both practicing and in training, experience is key.

Jillian Harpster, assistant professor of practice in the Department of Teaching, Learning and Teacher Education, recently led a project to help preservice middle school teachers broaden their practical experiences, and to provide seventh and eighth graders with the opportunity to engage in the college experience. Full Article

MAP Academy selects two faculty to receive Catalyst awards

The Nebraska Academy for Methodology, Analytics and Psychometrics (MAP Academy) is awarding $10,000 through a competitive funding opportunity created to enhance the rigor of field-based human subjects research at the University of Nebraska.

These awards were made possible by a grant from the Nebraska Research Initiative. Full Article