English English: Research Proposal Assignment

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Assignment: Recommendation Report – Research Topics

Background Choose one of these research questions to use for your recommendation report and formal presentation, grouped according to program area. If you have an idea for a topic/research question not listed here, discuss it with your instructor first to ensure it meets the expectations for the report and presentation.

Recreation Therapy 1. How effective are community-based recreation therapy programs in

supporting mental health recovery for adults experiencing anxiety or depression, and what improvements could increase their impact?

2. How well do inclusive recreation programs meet the needs of children with physical or developmental disabilities, and what changes would improve accessibility and participation?

3. To what extent does nature-based therapy reduce stress and anxiety in youth or adults, and what program features make these interventions most effective?

4. How does recreation therapy influence quality of life for residents in long term care, and what program models show the strongest outcomes?

5. How do adaptive sports programs influence social inclusion for people with disabilities, and what factors improve sustained participation?

6. How effective are community physical activity programs in preventing or managing chronic disease, and what barriers limit participation among high-risk populations?

7. How do recreation therapy programs in correctional or forensic settings affect rehabilitation outcomes and social reintegration, and what risks or limitations should be addressed?

Machine Learning 1. What ethical risks arise when AI tools are used in health care decision

making, and what safeguards are most effective in protecting patient safety and equity?

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2. How does algorithmic bias in facial recognition systems affect fairness and public trust, and what technical or policy interventions reduce harm?

3. How accurate and reliable are machine learning models for early disease detection compared to traditional screening methods, and what conditions support safe adoption?

4. How effective are AI-based mental health screening tools, and what limitations or risks must be addressed before wider implementation?

5. What data privacy risks are associated with wearable health technologies, and what practices best protect users while maintaining clinical value?

6. How is automation affecting job roles in technical fields, and what strategies best support workers through transitions?

7. How reliable is AI-generated information for professional decision making, and what guidelines should govern its use in workplace settings?

Justice 1. Do restorative justice programs reduce recidivism among youth or adult

offenders compared to traditional justice approaches, and under what conditions are they most effective?

2. How do body-worn cameras influence public trust in policing, and what policies maximize transparency while protecting privacy?

3. How effective are community-based alternatives to incarceration in reducing reoffending and supporting reintegration, and what barriers limit their use?

4. How do mental health courts affect outcomes for individuals with mental illness in the justice system, and what improvements could strengthen their impact?

5. What long-term outcomes do youth diversion programs produce compared to formal court processing, and which program features lead to the strongest results?

6. How do mandatory minimum sentences affect equity in sentencing, and what policy alternatives could reduce disparities?

7. How accessible are victim support services, and what changes would improve equity and effectiveness for underserved populations?

Arts & Sciences/Open Studies 1. How does the quality of science communication affect public

understanding of health information, and what strategies best reduce misinformation?

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2. How does health-related misinformation on social media influence public behavior, and what interventions are most effective in countering it?

3. Which climate change education strategies most effectively engage communities and motivate action, and what barriers limit participation?

4. How do museums and public institutions contribute to science literacy, and what program models best reach diverse audiences?

5. How accessible are postsecondary learning environments for students with disabilities, and what institutional changes would improve inclusion?

6. How does digital literacy influence informed civic participation, and what educational approaches best prepare students for responsible engagement?

7. How effective are interdisciplinary approaches in addressing complex social problems, and what conditions support successful collaboration?

Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant 1. How does interprofessional collaboration affect patient outcomes in

rehabilitation settings, and what practices strengthen team effectiveness?

2. How do therapy assistants contribute to aging in place for older adults, and what supports improve service quality and reach?

3. Which communication strategies are most effective when working with clients with cognitive impairments, and how can training improve practice?

4. How effective are community-based fall prevention programs for seniors, and what program features lead to sustained behaviour change?

5. How does cultural competence influence patient engagement and outcomes in rehabilitation services, and what training models are most effective?

6. How does assistive technology affect independence and quality of life for clients in rehabilitation, and what barriers limit its use?

7. Which burnout prevention strategies are most effective for frontline health support workers, and how can organizations implement them sustainably?

Pharmacy Technician Note: choose the SAME topic that your group is working on for your poster assignment in PHRM 1020 for the Allied Health Student Symposium.

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1. How does compliance packaging affect medication adherence and safety for patients managing multiple prescriptions, and what improvements could increase its effectiveness?

2. How effective is pharmacy technician led device teaching in improving patient understanding and correct use of medical devices, and what training or supports strengthen this role?

3. How do pharmacy-based disease monitoring services such as blood pressure or blood glucose testing influence early detection and patient self management, and what conditions support safe and effective delivery?

4. How has the availability of publicly funded immunizations in community pharmacies affected vaccination rates and access to care, and what barriers still limit participation?

5. What are the benefits and risks of private immunization and consultation services offered in pharmacies, and how do these services affect access, equity, and continuity of care?

6. How effective are pharmacy-led medication disposal programs in reducing environmental harm and accidental misuse, and what strategies improve public participation?

7. How do pharmacy supported community naloxone programs influence overdose prevention outcomes, and what practices strengthen their reach to high-risk populations?

8. How effective are Alberta’s opioid dependency programs in supporting long term recovery, and what role can pharmacy technicians play in improving access and continuity of care?

9. How do pharmacy care clinics that offer point of care testing affect early diagnosis and patient follow up, and what safeguards are needed to ensure quality and safety?

10. How effective are pharmacy-based smoking cessation programs in helping patients quit, and what program features lead to higher long term success rates?

11. How well do current ACP guidelines for cannabis use support patient safety and informed decision making, and what additional education or tools could improve their implementation?