The objective of this research is to solve a scheduling problem using memetic algorithms which solve problems with a large number of variables and constraints. This method can be applied to different scheduling problems ...

The focus of this study is to examine if the English language influences withdrawal or failure rates in Pre-Calculus I at the University of Puerto Rico in Mayaguez. Using data from the Office of Research and Institutional ...

This study examines the point of view of the professors and instructors of Pre- Basic English on the role of the dictionary in the Pre-Basic English classroom. It also examines the dictionary using habits in English and ...

The purpose of this project is the optimization of the flow of information between all personnel involved in the construction projects of the University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus. In addition, an attempt to reduce ...

Physical activity (PA) is associated with the prevention of multiple diseases, helping to maintain healthy lifestyle behavior. The PA levels in Puerto Rico are alarming low. It is expected that individuals with higher ...

The main goal of this Participatory Action Research (PAR) study is to empower students to become aware of, and address issues of inequality and social injustices through literacy practices such as reading and writing ...

Through narrative inquiry, this research investigates how Graduate Teaching Assistants’ (GTAs) past experiences can help shape their current thoughts and beliefs on translanguaging and its usage inside their classrooms. ...

Physical fitness is related to numerous physical and physiological changes from childhood to adulthood. Furthermore, physical training allows to improve health and increase musculoskeletal performance in human body. ...

Este proyecto de investigación utilizó historias de vida para explorar cómo estudiantes del departamento de inglés de la Universidad de Puerto Rico en Mayagüez (UPRM) aprendieron inglés. El objetivo original era investigar ...

This investigation used life history to understand the different factors that have influenced the current motivations to learn English and perceptions about this language of several learners at the University of Puerto ...