Blog posts written by Jacqueline Martinali

Rethinking skills training: less instruction, more action
21 May human behavior research Education

Rethinking skills training: less instruction, more action

Can students learn nursing skills like bandaging just as well with fewer instructions? A recent study says yes. Using classrooms equipped with the Noldus Viso system, researchers compared two teaching approaches.
From observation to insight
06 May human behavior research Research Methods (Human)

From observation to insight

Across research, education, and product development, labs need tools to capture and understand human behavior with precision. This blog shows how combining Viso and The Observer XT empowers teams to gain richer insights and make data-driven decisions.
Understanding social behavior
09 Apr human behavior research Psychology

Understanding social behavior

Social behavior is everywhere—at home, at work, and in the classroom. Discover what it is, why it matters, and how observing it with the right tools leads to deeper insight into how people connect, communicate, and respond.
Why The Observer XT is the gold standard for behavioral research
14 Feb human behavior research Research Methods (Human)

Why The Observer XT is the gold standard for behavioral research

In the ever-evolving field of behavioral research, having the right tools can make the difference between ordinary findings and groundbreaking insights.
Mealtime challenges in dementia: insight in difficulties
30 Jan human behavior research Healthcare

Mealtime challenges in dementia: insight in difficulties

Mealtimes can be a daily struggle for people with dementia, but understanding their challenges - and the power of nonverbal communication - can make all the difference.
5 Must-read articles to explore human behavior and emotions
14 Jan human behavior research Other (Human)

5 Must-read articles to explore human behavior and emotions

Studying human behavior reveals surprising insights about what drives our actions and emotions. In this blog, we share five insightful articles that explore what behavior is, how emotions are made, and the tools researchers use to study them.
Why sustained attention matters in infant development
17 Dec human behavior research Psychology

Why sustained attention matters in infant development

How does sustained attention develop in infants and why is it crucial for learning? Learn about the latest research measuring attention through video and heart rate data.
5 examples of infant studies
23 Oct human behavior research Psychology

5 examples of infant studies

Researchers perform infant studies to properly monitor and understand all kinds of development factors. In this blog post, five examples of infant studies are highlighted.
Understanding infants’ development of moral and social behavior
15 Oct human behavior research Psychology

Understanding infants’ development of moral and social behavior

At the Centre of Infant Cognition at UBC in Vancouver, researchers conduct independent studies as well as participate in ManyBabies projects to further understand the development of moral and social behaviors of infants.
Exploring the early development of referential gestural communication
16 Sep human behavior research Psychology

Exploring the early development of referential gestural communication

Understanding the importance of pointing gestures can provide valuable insights into children's developmental progress and support their overall growth and learning.

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