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Item Attitudes and Barriers to Telemedicine Among Adults(MAPC, The University of Tampa, 2023-08-15) Pierpont, Elizabeth; Roman Sereda PA-C, DMScTelemedicine involves the use of technology to deliver healthcare services remotely, and while it has been growing in popularity, there are still barriers to its adoption. Previous research indicates that age, education level, computer literacy, and bandwidth availability can act as significant barriers to its adoption. Patients with higher education levels and residing in rural areas tended to use telemedicine more readily, while certain age groups, especially older individuals, exhibit varied attitudes towards its efficacy compared to in-person visits (Scott Kruse et al., 2018; Tipre et al., 2022; Eikelboom & Atlas, 2005; Waselewski et al., 2022). Therefore, we aim to identify what the attitudes and barriers are to telemedicine among 5 different age groups. An anonymous online Qualtrics survey was used to collect data from adults 18 years and older between May 31, 2023, and July 15, 2023, from 206 respondents. Results found that younger (18-25) and older (70+) adults were more comfortable with telemedicine, while middle aged participants (36-50) experienced more discomfort with technology to communicate with doctors. Participants considered telemedicine suitable for prescriptions and lab results but less suitable for annual physicals and dermatological conditions. Advantages included time efficiency, convenience, and increased access to providers, while disadvantages included technological difficulties, limited interaction, and lack of physical examination. Those needing assistance setting up appointments showed lower confidence in using video chat, but overall, telemedicine was perceived positively across age groups.Item Collegiate atheletes' attitudes/perceptions of male and female coaches(MAPC, The University of Tampa, 2023-08-13) Waters, Danielle; Dr. Alexandra LloydThis research paper investigates collegiate athletes' perceptions and attitudes toward female and male coaches. By administering a Qualtrics survey to collegiate athletes, the study aims to determine whether a gender preference exists among athletes when selecting coaches, with the possibility that male athletes prefer male coaches, while female athletes may be more open to either gender. In this study there was 52 participants (19 males, and 33 females). Eighteen participants played at the division I level, 29 at division II, and five at the division III level. Thirty-five of the participants said they play lacrosse, three said soccer, one said football, eight said baseball, two said field hockey, and three said other. Of the 52 participants, 47 indicated the cultural background they most closely identify as is White/ Caucasian (90.4%), three said Hispanic (5.8%), and two said Black/African American (3.9%). The main results founded were that male athletes are less exposed to female coaches, making them biased in favor of male coaches, whereas female athletes have had both gender coaches and are more open to having either gender coach. Furthermore, exposing young athletes to both male and female coaches growing up will impact how they perceive different gender coaches later in life. These findings are important because they suggest that there are significant complex factors influencing athletes' coaching preferences. Ultimately aiding in creating a more inclusive and supportive coaching environment in collegiate sports. By promoting equitable coaching practices, collegiate and youth organizations can foster a culture of respect and empowerment for athletes, nurturing successful athletes as individuals and as a team. When universities and youth programs are looking for a new coach, they should pick one based on the preferences of the athletes to set both the coaches and athletes up for success. The findings contribute to enhancing coaching practices and promoting gender equity in collegiate sports. Women are overlooked in the coaching profession because people believe that they don’t have the masculine traits or knowledge needed to train athletes and a team to victory (Rima et al., 2020). NCAA states how women coaches are on the rise, with 41% of coaches being women collectively across all NCAA divisions in 2021-2022. According to the Department of Education’s Equity in Athletics data in 2020, 95% of the NCAA men’s sports teams had male head coaches, whereas less than half of women’s teams had women head coaches. It is also noted that among the top eight college sports by revenue, women were less than 15% of head coaches in men’s sports. “Across the 1,000 NCAA colleges, there were no women as head coaches for men’s football, soccer, baseball, or basketball teams. By comparison, men were 66% of women’s soccer head coaches, 33% of softball head coaches, and 43% of women’s basketball head coaches” (USAFacts, 2023). This study will seek to determine if a coach should be selected based upon merit, coaching skills, abilities, and winning.Item Exploring and Analyzing American Perspectives of the Chinese Social Credit System(MAPC, The University of Tampa, 2021-12) McSorley, Kyle; Tripp, StephanieThis research study aims to understand how United States residents feel about different elements of China’s Social Credit System (SCS). The SCS was announced in 2014 by China’s ruling party as a system that would “Allow the trustworthy to roam everywhere under heaven, while making it difficult for the discredited to take a single step.” The system is still in its trial phase and has been surrounded by sensationalist headlines regarding what it is and is not, although much of the world’s population remains unaware of its existence. This study used purposive sampling to find 12 US residents for participation in this study while attempting to match the demographics of participants to recent census data of the larger population. Participants were then sent debriefing materials and engaged in semi-structured interviews with the researcher over the video-chatting service Zoom. Participants were asked an array of questions about what their initial impressions of the SCS were, what concerns them about the system, where they see potential benefits, possible connections between the SCS and American society, and what kind of impact they believe the system will have. After the data gathering process, a thematic analysis was conducted to find patterns in the responses from participants and what the overall attitudes were towards the SCS. The findings showed nuanced responses amongst the majority of participants, with the system’s effects on upward mobility being the most polarizing topic. Positives of the SCS that participants referenced included cleaner/safer cities and greater accountability for businesses and those in powerful positions. Concerns that were mentioned included further limitations on freedom of expression and other civil liberties, travel restrictions, and worries about the scale of public surveillance that may be utilized by the SCS. Nearly all participants mentioned the similarity of financial credit scores that many in the West are familiar with as the main connection between the SCS and American society.