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IBUC 2010 13th International Blaise Users Conference

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proceedings 2010
Keynote speech - Cliff Johnson
Paper Presentation

 Papers listed by Presentation Subject

Application Development: Tools and Techniques  [3 papers]
Testing   [2 papers]
Metadata  [3 papers]
Case Management Systems[3 papers]
Blaise and the Internet[3 papers]
Blaise Team Presents 
Use of Blaise in Organizations  [6 papers]
Coding in Blaise [5 papers]
Computer Assisted Recorded Interviewing (CARI) [5 papers]
Editing/Processing [5 papers]
Poster session  [6 presentations]


Session 1: Application Development: Tools and Techniques

Business Process Re-engineering using Blaise 4.8 API and Datalink
Mike Hart and David Kinnear, UK Office for National Statistics (ONS)
Abstract Paper Presentation
Using Google® APIs and Web Service in a CAWI Questionnaire
Gerrit de Bolster, Statistics Netherlands
Abstract Paper  
CATI Followup Application: Resolving Communications Links Between Applications Using XML
Joseph Cummings and Stéphane Lamarre, Statistics Canada
Abstract Paper Presentation

Session 2: Testing

Computer Assisted Interview Testing Tool (CTT) - A Review of New Features and How the Tool Has Improved the Testing Process
Russell Stark and Rebecca Gatward, Survey Research Center, University of Michigan
Abstract Paper Presentation
Automated Regression Testing of BLAISE INTERNET: A Case Study
Karen Brenner and Sudha Manoj, Westat
Abstract Paper  

Session 3: Metadata

Moving to a Metadata Driven World
Chris Seymour, Statistics New Zealand
Abstract Paper Presentation
Resolving Question Text Substitutions for Documentation Purposes Using the Blaise 4.8 API Component
Jason Ostergren, Helena Stolyarova and Danilo Gutierrez, University of Michigan
Abstract Paper Presentation
MetaDEx - From Data Dictionary to Complete Blaise Data Model Code Generation  
Farit Vakhaetov, Department of Population Health Research, Alberta Health Services - Cancer Care
Abstract   Presentation

Session 4: Case Management Systems

BlaiseIS Sample Management
Hueichun Peng, Lisa Wood and Gina-Qian Cheung, Survey Research Center, University of Michigan
Abstract Paper Presentation
Features of Case Management in CAI Systems
Vesa Kuusela, Social Survey Unit, Statistics Finland and CMS working group set by the Blaise Corporate License Users’ Board (BCLUB)
Abstract Paper Presentation
Management of CAPI and CATI at the Labor Force Survey
Zipora Radian and Michal Nir, Israel Central Bureau of Statistics
Abstract Paper Presentation

Session 5: Blaise and the Internet

BlaiseIS Paradata
Jason Ostergren and Youhong Liu, University of Michigan
Abstract Paper  
C3B: Exploiting the Numerous Possibilities Web Technology Offers to Elevate Questions
Arnaud Wijnant, and Maurice Martens, CentERdata, Tilburg University, the Netherlands
Abstract Paper Presentation
Moving to BlaiseIS
Peter Sparks and Gina-Qian Cheung, Survey Research Center, University of Michigan
Abstract Paper Presentation

Blaise team presents

Blaise team presents       (Roger Linssen)              Presentation
    Pre-conference Training Session - 18 October

Blaise 4.8.2
Presentation Presenter    
CARI Lon Hofman pdf  
Data Verification Lon Hofman pdf  
CATI Lon Hofman pdf  
Internet Hugo Elbers pdf zip
Datalink Arno Rouschen pdf  

Blaise NG

PresentationPresenter 
ArchitectureHugo Elberspdf
Web Screens DesignRoger Linssenpdf
Template Designer ConceptsRoger Linssenpdf
Data ManagementArno Rouschenpdf

Session 6: Use of Blaise in Organizations

Challenges of Developing and Supporting Multimode Survey Instruments
Leonard Hart, Scott Reid and Erin Slyne, Mathematica Policy Research
Abstract Paper Presentation
Impressions of Basil
Kathleen O'Reagan, Richard Frey and Karen Robbins, Westat
Abstract Paper Presentation
Large-Scale Survey Interviewing Following the 2008 WenChuan Earthquake
Zhang Huafeng and Jon Pedersen, Fafo, Institute of Applied International Studies, Oslo, Norway
Abstract Paper Presentation
Multi-Center Collaborative Survey Research with Blaise
Jim O'Reilly, Westat
Abstract Paper Presentation
Centralizing the Mink Survey at the National Agricultural Statistics Service
Roger Schou and Emily Caron, National Agricultural Statistics Service, USA
Abstract Paper Presentation
Management of Classification Lookup Files
Fred Wensing, Softscape Solutions, Australia
Abstract Paper Presentation

Session 7: Coding in Blaise

Coding Tricks to Save Resources
Barbara S. Bibb, Lillie Barber and Ansu Koshy, Research Triangle Institute (RTI), USA
Abstract Paper Presentation
Longitudinal Survey Data - "Move it forward"
Rhonda Ash and Danilo Gutierrez, University of Michigan
Abstract Paper Presentation
The Challenges of Implementing the China Family Panel Study (CFPS)
Jiahui Yao, Peking University, Gina-Qian Cheung and Youhong Liu, University of Michigan
Abstract Paper Presentation
Customizable .NET Event History Calendar: Looking to the Future
Roberto V. Picha, Daniel Moshinsky, Mecene Desormice and Seth Benson-Flannery, U.S. Census Bureau
Abstract Paper Presentation
Security Considerations in Blaise Environments: Options and Solutions
Mike Rhoads and Ray Snowden, Westat
Abstract Paper Presentation

Session 8: Computer Assisted Recorded Interviewing (CARI)

Computer Assisted Recorded Interviewing (CARI): Experience Implementing the New Blaise Capability
Rick Dulaney and Wendy Hicks, Westat
Abstract Paper Presentation
Development of an integrated CARI Interactive Data Access System for the US Census Bureau
Mai Nguyen, M. Rita Thissen, B. Christopher Siege and Sandhya Bikmal, Research Triangle Institute (RTI), USA
Abstract Paper Presentation
Implementing Computer-Audio Recorded Interviewing (CARI) Using Blaise 4.8.2
William E. Dyer, Jr. and Malcolm Robert Wallace, U.S. Census Bureau
Abstract Paper Presentation

Session 9: Editing/Processing

Experiences with Blaise for Data Editing in the Housing Rental Survey
Harm Melief and Mark Kroon, Statistics Netherlands
Abstract Paper Presentation
Post-collection Processing with Blaise in a Distributed Environment
Mary Laidlaw, Mike Rhoads and Jane Shepherd, Westat
Abstract Paper Presentation
Validation of Survey Data in Xml
Leif Bochis Madsen, Statistics Denmark
Abstract Paper  

Poster session

A New Data Entry Verification Tool in Blaise 4.8.2
Mark Pierzchala, MMP Survey Services, LLC
Abstract   Presentation
Blaise Integration with Other Software Systems in Health Services Research at the Iowa City VAMC
Carrie Franciscus, Iowa City VAMC
Abstract   Presentation
Collection of Paradata in CAPI System
Vesa Kuusela, Social Survey Unit, Statistics Finland
Abstract  Presentation
GPS in Blaise: An Experimental Approach
Andrew Hupp and Peter Sparks, Survey Research Center, University of Michigan
Abstract  Presentation
Household Roster Management in a Blaise Instrument
Valentina Grouverman and Nathan Sikes, Research Triangle Institute (RTI)
AbstractPaper Presentation
Using Manipula and CATI SubPriorities to Adjust and Fine-Tune Sample Delivery
Joe Matuzak and Dave Dybicki, Survey Research Center, University of Michigan
Abstract  Presentation