Student-Authored Publications

Pardee RAND Graduate School students participate in many RAND research projects through their On-the-Job Training. These projects provide students with tremendous opportunities to publish their work in RAND reports and peer-reviewed journals. In fact, many of our students develop an impressive publications record during their tenure at Pardee RAND, which enables them to compete successfully for positions at universities and other research institutions.

Below is a list of publications that our students have recently authored or co-authored. The list provides an excellent illustration of the range of publications that our students have had a hand in developing.

2018

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  Validation Study of the TNTP Core Teaching Rubric November 7, 2018

  Andrew McEachin, Jonathan Schweig, Rachel Perera, Isaac M. Opper

  The TNTP Core Teaching Rubric uses assessments of student behavior, rather than teacher actions, to rate a teacher's instructional practices. In this report, RAND researchers assess whether the TNTP Core Teaching Rubric produces scores that are representative of teachers' overall instructional practices and whether raters' content expertise influence scores on TNTP Core. The report includes recommendations to improve the use of TNTP Core.

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  Effects of Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Opioid Use Disorder on Functional Outcomes: A Systematic Review October 30, 2018

  Margaret A. Maglione, Laura Raaen, Christine Chen, Gulrez Shah Azhar, Nima Shahidinia, Mimi Shen, Ervant J. Maksabedian Hernandez, Roberta M. Shanman, Susanne Hempel

  This systematic review synthesizes evidence on the effects of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder (OUD) on functional outcomes, including cognitive (e.g., memory), physical (e.g., fatigue), occupational (e.g., employment status), social/ behavioral (e.g., criminal activity), and neurological (e.g., balance) function. Literature reviewers screened 6,292 citations and presented results in comprehensive evidence tables.

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  Launching a Redesign of University Principal Preparation Programs: Partners Collaborate for Change October 30, 2018

  Elaine Lin Wang, Susan M. Gates, Rebecca Herman, Monica Mean, Rachel Perera, Tiffany Berglund, Katie Whipkey, Megan Andrew

  The Wallace Foundation's University Principal Preparation Initiative (UPPI) is a four-year effort to support the redesign of seven universities' principal preparation programs — with engagement of state and district partners — according to evidence-based principles and practices. This report provides insight into the first year of UPPI implementation.

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  Launching a Redesign of University Principal Preparation Programs: Partners Collaborate for Change: Executive Summary October 30, 2018

  Elaine Lin Wang, Susan M. Gates, Rebecca Herman, Monica Mean, Rachel Perera, Tiffany Berglund, Katie Whipkey, Megan Andrew

  The Wallace Foundation's University Principal Preparation Initiative (UPPI) is a four-year effort to support the redesign of seven universities' principal preparation programs — with engagement of state and district partners — according to evidence-based principles and practices. This executive summary provides insight into the first year of UPPI implementation.

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  Los Angeles County's Mental Health Full Service Partnerships Yield Cost Savings October 29, 2018

  Ryan K. McBain, J. Scott Ashwood, Nicole K. Eberhart, Cheryl K. Montemayor, Gulrez Shah Azhar

  RAND estimated government spending and cost savings associated with outcomes targeted by Full Service Partnership programs in Los Angeles County: homelessness, criminal justice detention, health care (inpatient and outpatient), and employment.

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  Evaluating Cost Savings Associated with Los Angeles County's Mental Health Full Service Partnerships October 29, 2018

  Ryan K. McBain, J. Scott Ashwood, Nicole K. Eberhart, Cheryl K. Montemayor, Gulrez Shah Azhar

  This report estimates government spending and cost savings associated with outcomes targeted by Full Service Partnership programs (which focus on individuals with severe mental illness) in Los Angeles County: homelessness, criminal justice detention, health care (inpatient and outpatient), and employment. The report examines financial costs and savings associated with these outcomes for children, transition-age youth, and adults over five years.

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  The Effects of Alternative Payment Models on Physician Practices: Follow-Up Study October 24, 2018

  Mark W. Friedberg, Peggy G. Chen, Molly M. Simmons, Tisamarie Sherry, Peter Mendel, Laura Raaen, Jamie Ryan, Patrick Orr, Carol Vargo, Lindsey Carlasare, et al.

  Physician practice engagement with alternative payment models (APMs) would be enhanced by simpler APMs, a slower pace of change, greater support for new capabilities and timely data, and reexamination of practice response to APMs with financial risk.

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  Effects of Health Care Payment Models on Physician Practice in the United States: Follow-Up Study October 24, 2018

  Mark W. Friedberg, Peggy G. Chen, Molly M. Simmons, Tisamarie Sherry, Peter Mendel, Laura Raaen, Jamie Ryan, Patrick Orr, Carol Vargo, Lindsey Carlasare, et al.

  This report, sponsored by the American Medical Association (AMA), describes how alternative payment models (APMs) affect physicians, physicians' practices, and hospital systems in the United States. Payment models discussed include fee for service, capitation, episode-based and bundled, shared savings, pay for performance, retainer-based, and combined payment models such as medical homes and accountable care organizations.

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  Realigning the Stars: A Methodology for Reviewing Active Component General and Flag Officer Requirements October 22, 2018

  Lisa M. Harrington, Bart E. Bennett, Katharina Ley Best, David R. Frelinger, Paul W. Mayberry, Igor Mikolic-Torreira, Sebastian Joon Bae, Barbara Bicksler, Lisa Davis, Steven Deane-Shinbrot, et al.

  The authors developed and employed a methodology to review general and flag officer (G/FO) requirements in the U.S. military. The methodology examines G/FO positions within and across organizations, reviews positions against criteria, evaluates how positions affect development of G/FOs within functional areas, and explores implications of reductions. Results were used to identify opportunities to eliminate or downgrade positions.

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  "How Am I Going to Live?": Exploring Barriers to ART Adherence Among Adolescents and Young Adults Living with HIV in Uganda October 16, 2018

  Sarah MacCarthy, Uzaib Saya, Clare Samba, Josephine Birungi, Stephen Okoboi, Sebastian Linnemayr

  Our results highlight special needs for future public health programs and policies meant to address barriers to ART adherence among older adolescents.

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  The Public Health Impacts of Gaza's Water Crisis: Analysis and Policy Options September 26, 2018

  Shira Efron, Jordan R. Fischbach, Ilana Blum, Rouslan I. Karimov, Melinda Moore

  Gaza has long had water and sanitation challenges, but today it is in a state of emergency. Its aquifer is polluted and depleted, and more than 108,000 cubic meters of untreated sewage flow daily from Gaza into the Mediterranean Sea. The authors describe the relationship between Gaza's water problems and its energy challenges, examine the implications of the water crisis for public health, and recommend steps to avert a regional disaster.

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  Support for DoD Supervisors in Addressing Poor Employee Performance: A Holistic Approach September 24, 2018

  Laura Werber, Paul W. Mayberry, Mark Doboga, Diana Gehlhaus

  In 2017, the Office of Management and Budget called for federal agencies to develop actionable plans to maximize employee performance, including rewards for high performers and penalties for poor performers. In this report, authors identify ways to address poor Department of Defense employee performance by developing, supporting, and professionalizing supervisors in conjunction with assessing and reporting key performance-related outcomes.

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  The Role of Public Policy in Supporting Business Accelerators September 11, 2018

  Daniel Basco, Carlos Ignacio Gutierrez Gaviria, Marlon Graf

  Identifies the most valuable role of public policy in supporting business accelerators, organizations that aim to identify, mentor, and financially support startups through high-intensity, short-term programs offered in exchange for equity.

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  Local Evaluation Report for Los Angeles County's Mentally Ill Offender Crime Reduction (MIOCR) Program September 7, 2018

  Sarah B. Hunter, Maya Buenaventura, Matthew Cefalu

  In 2015, Los Angeles County was awarded a grant to improve outcomes for individuals suffering from mental health disorders who are returning to the community after incarceration. RAND researchers evaluated the program in terms of improvement in participants' mental health and substance use status, health care insurance status, benefit establishment, housing stability, and criminal justice involvement.

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  Wage Loss Monitoring for Injured Workers in California's Workers' Compensation System: 2013 Injury Year Findings (First Interim Report) August 31, 2018

  Michael Dworsky, Stephanie Rennane, Nicholas Broten

  This report presents new estimates of wage loss for workers in California who suffered a workplace injury or illness in 2013 and compares these estimates with trends before, during, and after the Great Recession. The authors matched injured workers with control workers in the same firm at the time of injury with similar characteristics and analyzed the impact of injury on labor market outcomes, including earnings and employment.

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  How Can Workers' Compensation Systems Promote Occupational Safety and Health? Stakeholder Views on Policy and Research Priorities August 31, 2018

  Michael Dworsky, Nicholas Broten

  Workers' compensation stakeholders question how well the system promotes occupational safety and health (OSH). It is also not clear how much consensus there is about the specific challenges to OSH and worker well-being in the system or how to address them. This RAND report explores the views of key stakeholders about system challenges and research priorities for reforming workers' compensation systems to promote OSH and the well-being of workers.

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  Is the USAF Flying Force Large Enough? Assessing Capacity Demands in Four Alternative Futures August 28, 2018

  Alan J. Vick, Paul Dreyer, John Speed Meyers

  The U.S. military has mostly operated at a high operational tempo since the end of the Cold War, and there appears to be no significant reduction in demand on the horizon. This report draws on historical data to quantify gaps in the U.S. Air Force's capacity to meet potential future demands.

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  The Use of Technology in the Clinical Care of Depression: An Evidence Map August 22, 2018

  Eric Apaydin, Alicia Ruelaz Maher, Laura Raaen, Sangita M. Baxi, Aneesa Motala, Roberta M. Shanman, Susanne Hempel

  This evidence map provides a broad overview of the existing research evaluating technology in depression care. Computer applications are most common. Almost all applications yield symptom improvement. Further research on these applications is needed.

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  Impact of Medicaid Policy on the Oral Health of Publicly Insured Children August 21, 2018

  Ashley M. Kranz, Erin Lindsey Duffy, Andrew W. Dick, Mark J. Sorbero, R. Gary Rozier, Bradley D. Stein

  State policies that support non-dental primary care providers' application of fluoride varnish treatment were associated with improvements in oral health for young children with public insurance.

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  Los Angeles County Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act: Fiscal Year 2016–2017 Report August 8, 2018

  Terry Fain, Susan Turner, Nima Shahidinia

  California's Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act provides funds for counties to offer evidence-based programs for high-need juvenile probationers and at-risk youths. This report evaluates the program on statewide and county measures. It also compares system costs for program youths in the six months before and after entering a program.

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