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E-Learning: Instructional Scaffolding tool in Teaching

Extracting information is now easier and more efficient. Thanks to our rapidly changing and progressing development of technology and its simplicity to share information can be the basis that students can use to learn and absorb the lessons with just a few clicks and taps of buttons and code. And with this, changing our ways of learning can be proven beneficial judging from all the research provided before about visual learnings expanding to a wide variety of students in simple preference, cognitive function and convenience to students. Non-linear text refers to the visual learning representation used to assist the learners. It may include graphs, pictures, and tables. Since the comprehension of knowledge and education could be difficult for some, we hope to alleviate the problem of students having various difficulties in class relating to their preferred learning style through our study. This study measures the effectiveness of non-linear text in the learning performance of the students and draws upon the model of non-linear text and linear text, and four other variables such as reading span, text memory, learning material, and comprehension. As students ourselves, we know that there are different learning styles and methods that are efficient for some but lacking for others. One of these learning styles is seeing data visually and comprehending them, showcasing our data obtained from surveys conducted on other students. For this purpose, the data were collected from the Grade 10 students of Panitan National High School. This study utilized Quasi-Experimental method with the support of SPSS. Inferring from the data gathered from the surveys conducted, we found that there are students that preferred learning visually using images and graphs. Furthermore, cognitive development and familiarization was noticeable and encouraged with the help of linear information and visual aids. In conclusion, the results revealed that the learning performance in the post-test of experimental group, interpreted as effective; while in the control group, it is moderately effective. It means, the experimental group showed much better performance compared to the control group. This simply means that the non-linear method of teaching is effective as a method of teaching and the students are able to learn more effectively and find specific information more quickly and efficiently through pictures, flowcharts, and graphs or non-linear text rather than the traditional way of teaching.
Aspects of the Christian Missionary in Nationalist China: Mrs. Jiang Jieshi and the Missions

The present essay, beginning with Catholic press and various authors known in the sector of Missiology, underlines a connection between Song Meiling and Mission in general, particularly the Catholic ones. This work aims at adding a further piece to complete the already well-known Song Meiling’s career, after her marriage to Chiang Kai-shek. Further on, it will be clearly underlined the way she managed to established relationships with representatives of Missions, both Catholic and Protestant, thanks to the reform movement “New Life”, which brought Chinese people closer to Christian values. All this was possible by starting from the family dimension, thus enhancing the link between civil and religious society. Song Meiling’s strong point was the way she promoted social inclusion of the religious confessions, especially of the Catholic Missions, through solidarity initiatives, considering the religious community on the same level as the social community. This was a factor of potential development for the Church in China.
Hepatic Encephalopathy Mimicking Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease on Laboratory, Physiological, and Imaging Evaluations

Patient: Female, 84-year-old Final Diagnosis: Hepatic encephalopathy Symptoms: Cognitive impairment Medication:— Clinical Procedure: — Specialty: Neurology Objective: Unusual clinical course Background: Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is an irreversible, neurodegenerative, prion disease presenting with cognitive, behavioral, and motor dysfunction. The clinical presentations or laboratory findings of treatable autoimmune and metabolic processes may mimic those of CJD. Hepatic encephalopathy (HE) is a complication of severe hepatic failure that is characterized by neuropsychiatric manifestations. A case of HE whose laboratory, physiological, and imaging results were similar to that of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) in the process of treatment for HE is presented. Case Report: An 84-year-old woman with hepatic encephalopathy (HE) was admitted to our hospital because of acute consciousness disturbance. She had chronic hepatitis type C, liver cirrhosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma, and had had an episode of HE once. Her severe consciousness disturbance did not improve after treatment for concurrent hyperammonemia, unlike in her previous episode. Diffusion-weighted brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) showed widespread hyperintensity of the whole cortex. Her electroencephalogram showed periodic sharp wave complexes (PSWCs). Both total t-tau and 14-3-3 proteins were detected in her cerebrospinal fluid. According to these clinical data, CJD was highly suspected. However, the consciousness disturbance was alleviated by the tenth day of admission, and her general condition was markedly improved, which supported the initial diagnosis of HE. Conclusions: The present results suggest that treatable disorders, such as HE, should be considered before making a final diagnosis of a fatal disease such as CJD, since the spectrum of diseases that CJD mimics is vast. We should also aggressively treat patients with severe conditions from which recovery is possible.
Dynamic Tests on Polyurea-Based Hybrid Composites for Ballistic Protection

Due to its chemical and mechanical properties, polyurea gains more and more interest in military applications. In this study, polyurea and carbon nanotubes were processed as coating polymer composites for ballistic plates and/or packages, in order to increase their protection potential, meanwhile maintaining an appropriate weight and an economic accessibility. In this respect, the composite material was layered on various commercially-available materials and various thicknesses and further, the performances of the products obtained were tested in order to assess their behavior against traumas produced by shockwave, blunt, shooting and fragment.
Effects of Production and Market Innovations on the Level of Competitiveness of Sorghum Small Scale Agrienterprises

Agricultural innovations are keys to economic growth, income stability as well as nutritional enhancement particularly in marginal areas since they are well-adapted to poor or unpredictable agro-ecological conditions. Innovation is a critical player that is seen to bring competitiveness, increase productivity and efficiency to agrienterprises. Despite that, there is limited empirical evidence on whether the uptake of the innovations has on sorghum competitiveness in small scale farm level agriprenuers in most ASALs of Eastern Kenya. This study examines the effect of production and market innovation on the competitiveness of sorghum agriprenuers, using primary data collected in 2019 from a total of 384 randomly selected small scale agrienterprises. A multivalued treatment effect model was applied to determine the role of innovation on the competitiveness of sorghum enterprises. Farm productivity and gross margin analysis were used to measure the competitiveness of the agrientreprises. The results indicated that gross margin and farm productivity of sorghum agrienterprises increase with an increase in the number of innovations used. These innovations include the uses of improved sorghum seeds, conservation agriculture, and group marketing. But also, there was a decrease in both gross margin and productivity for the agrienterprises with the highest number of innovations in the farm at saturation level. The results implied that the kind and the number of innovations employed in agrienterprises development are critical in its profitability and productivity. Therefore, interventions targeting usage of innovations in sorghum agrienterprises should be sensitized to integrate different innovations on product, process, and market in enhancing competitiveness.
Assessing the Potential of Co-Pt Bronze for Electrocatalysis in Acidic Media

An electron-conducting mixed oxide, Co-Pt bronze was synthesized and examined as a candidate for a highly durable electrocatalyst for both the polymer electrolyte fuel cells and electrolyzers. The motivation of this study comes from the fact that this material has not been studied as an electrocatalyst in acidic media, although past studies showed a high electronic conductivity and a high corrosion resistance. Co-Pt bronze without metallic Pt was obtained by solid-state synthesis and hot aqua regia rinsing. The OER activity was found to be among the highest as a material without Ir and Ru in acidic media, and it showed extremely high electrochemical stability in the OER potential range. Its oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) was obtained after potential cycles down to the hydrogen region, which formed a thin Pt metallic layer over the oxide. While its specific activity was not more than that of pure platinum nanoparticles, its durability against the potential cycles was much higher.
The Frequency of Thyroid Dysfunction and Abnormal Uterine Bleeding in North East Medical College and Hospital, Sylhet

Quick Response Code Abstract: Objective: In this study our main goal is to evaluate the frequency of thyroid dysfunction and abnormal uterine bleeding. Method: This cross-sectional study was carried out at North East Medical College and Hospital, Sylhet from January 2019 to August 2019. A convenient sample of 40 women with AUB was selected after eligibility to inclusion and exclusion criteria. Another sample of 40women with normal cycle selected as control cases. Results: During the study, comparing AUB women with control women with no AUB revealed no significant differences regarding occupation (p=0.9), marital status (p=0.2), parity (p=0.3), BMI (p=0.3), and euthyroid women wile on thyroid replacement therapy (p=1.0). There was a significant association between positive contraception history and women with AUB (p=0.001). No significant differences were observed between AUB women and controls regarding post coital bleeding (p=0.1) and history of Pap smear (p=0.07). There was a significant association between intermenstrual bleeding and women with AUB (p=0.02). The common interesting findings in our study were the significant association between high TSH level and women with AUB (p=0.002). No significant differences were observed between AUB women and controls regarding T3 level (p=0.5). Women with AUB were significantly associated with low T4 level (p=0.04); 10% of AUB women had low T4 level. a significant association was observed between women with AUB and hypothyroidism (p=0.003); 22% of AUB women had hypothyroidism while 2% of controls had hypothyroidism. Conclusion: A significant cause of thyroid dysfunction is abnormal uterine bleeding in women of reproductive age. Thyroid hormones should be taken into account in the evaluation of patients with unexplained uterine bleeding.
Prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites in cattle in Kalasin Province, Thailand

Abstract Background and Aim: Parasitic infections are one of the major problems to the production of cattle in Thailand. The study was conducted to determine the prevalence of gastrointestinal (GI) parasites of cattle in Kalasin Province, Thailand. Materials and Methods: A total of 333 fecal samples of cattle were collected directly from the rectum. The fecal samples were subjected to formalin-ethyl acetate concentration methods for examination. The eggs or oocysts were identified based on the morphology and size of the eggs or oocysts. Results: Out of 333 fecal samples examined, 320 were found positive for GI parasitic infections with a prevalence of 96.09%. Overall, among the prevalence of nematodes, trematodes, and protozoa, the most prevalent parasites were Strongyle-type 278 (84.24%), followed by Strongyloides spp. 54 (16.36%) and Trichuris spp. 75 (22.73%), while Protozoan oocyst recorded Eimeria spp. amounted to 131 (39.7%). Fasciola spp. and Paramphistomum spp. were 67 (20.30%) and 81 (24.55%), respectively. Most of the positive fecal samples were infected with the double infection which has the highest prevalence rate of about 40.24%, followed by single, three, and 4-5 types of parasites 30.63, 16.82, and 7.21%, respectively. Conclusion: This study suggests that Kalasin Province is highly endemic for GI parasites and this area may be an important source for an outbreak. Therefore, every household should deworm its cattle and eliminate and control snails as intermediate hosts. Findings from this study provide information that will assist in improving the cattle in Kalasin Province for better production and higher profitability.
Descriptive Study of Retinoblastoma Survivors in Tertiary Care Center in 2019

Quick Response Code Abstract: Purpose: Retinoblastoma is rare disease but potentially fatal if left untreated. This study aimed to evaluate demographic profile, treatment and complications in survivors of retinoblastoma in tertiary care center in 2019. Method: This is multicentric hospital based cross sectional study conducted from January 2019 to December 2019 after ethical clearance from National Health Research Council. All post-treatment cases of retinoblastoma who had completed at least 1-year follow-up examination in any of our retinoblastoma (RB) center in 2019 were included whereas newly diagnosed and ongoing treatment cases and those failed to consent were excluded. Data based on demographic profile, ethnic and geographical distribution of RB survivors was collected and entered into Microsoft Excel 2016. Statistical analysis was performed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 20. Result: A total of 37 RB survivors that included 24(64.9%) female and 13(35.1%) male. Of the total, 34 (91.8%) survivors had unilateral (Right Eye 18, Left Eye 16) involvement whereas 3(8.1%) bilateral involvement. The mean age at diagnosis and study time was 38.65 ± 37.43 months (3-214 months) and 93.46 ± 65.58 months (16-252 months) respectively. Primary enucleation was commonest mode of treatment (64.9%). Majority of survivors belonged to upper caste group 20(54.1%) and mostly from Bagmati 15(40.5%) followed by province-2 (21.6%). Conclusion: Descriptive study showed that most of survivors had undergone enucleation due to delayed presentation with poor prognosis. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment modality are prerequisite for salvaging life of child, sight and eyeball.
INNOVATION AND AUTHENTIC LEADERSHIP OF ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY LECTURES IN FACULTY PHARMACY FACULTY: WHAT IS THE ROLE OF PSYCHOLOGICAL CAPITAL?

This research aims to measure the effect of authentic leadership style and psychological capital on the innovative work behavior of a Lectures in pharmacy faculty. Psychological capital also plays a role as a mediation between the relationship between authentic leadership and innovative work behavior. Data collection was carried out by simple random sampling and the returned and valid questionnaire results were 120 respondents. Data processing was using the SEM method with SmartPLS 3.0 software. The results of this research are authentic leadership style and psychological capital have a positive and significant effect on innovative work behavior. Psychological capital as a mediator for the relationship between authentic leadership style and innovative work behavior. This novel research is proposing a model to enhance innovative work behavior among lectures of Islamic Universities in Indonesia through authentic leadership practice and psychological capital. This research can pave the way to improve lectures readiness in facing global business competition.
Fangorn: Adaptive Execution Framework for Heterogeneous Workloads on Shared Clusters

Pervasive needs for data explorations at all scales have populated modern distributed platforms with workloads of different characteristics. The growing complexities and diversities have thereafter imposed distinct challenges to execute them on shared clusters in corporate or public clouds. This paper presents Fangorn, an adaptive execution framework built on an enriched graph model. As the underlying infrastructure for core computation platforms at Alibaba, Fangorn supports various execution modes and caters to heterogeneous workloads. With the capability to orchestrate graph executions with both long-running and requested-on-demand resources at the same time, Fangorn allows exploration of tradeoffs between latency and resource efficiency, for jobs of all scales. By modeling distributed job executions as mutable graphs with pluggable components, Fangorn offers a systematic framework to adjust job executions adaptively, according to data statistics collected during run-time. Fangorn supports an array of different computation engines ranging from relational to deep learning, and is fully deployed on production clusters across Alibaba. It manages tens of millions of distributed jobs daily, with job size scaling from one to half-million. PVLDB Reference Format: Yingda Chen, Jiamang Wang, Yifeng Lu, Ying Han, Zhiqiang Lv, Xuebin Min, Hua Cai, Wei Zhang, Haochuan Fan, Chao Li, Tao Guan, Wei Lin, Yangqing Jia and Jingren Zhou. Fangorn: Adaptive Execution Framework for Heterogeneous Workloads on Shared Clusters. PVLDB, 14(12): 2972 -
Measuring Racial Discrimination in Algorithms: Online Appendix

This appendix details our baseline algorithmic predictions of pretrial misconduct risk. We use a gradient boosted decision tree model, based on the model that Kleinberg et al. (2018) develop for the NYC pretrial system. We use the same feature set Xi, which includes a total of 38 variables summarizing prior criminal history, charge characteristics, and demographic variables such as the age of the defendant. The outcome variable Yi is an indicator for pretrial misconduct, defined as either a failure to appear or being arrested for a new crime. Gradient boosting is an ensemble method that aggregates several “weak learners” in an iterative fashion. Here, the weak learners are decision trees, which divide the data through a sequence of binary splits based on the feature set. The algorithm averages multiple decision trees built sequentially on the data, with subsequent iterations up-weighting the observations predicted most poorly by the preceding sequence of trees. The complexity of the gradient boosting algorithm depends on the “depth” of each tree and a “shrinkage” parameter which governs how different trees are averaged together. Following Kleinberg et al. (2018), we choose the model hyperparameters by k-fold cross-validation with five folds. We first select a random 80 percent sample of released defendants, which we take as the training dataset. Applying the cross-validation procedure to this dataset yields an optimal tree depth of 4 and shrinkage parameter of 0.05. We then use the full training set and the remaining 20 percent of released defendants (the test dataset) to fit the gradient boosted decision tree model with these hyperparameters. Finally, we apply the model to the full sample (including defendants detained before trial) to compute risk predictions Ŷi. We use the complete sample to estimate algorithmic discrimination for consistency with Arnold, Dobbie and Hull (2020) and to maximize precision.
Cellulitis in Children

Citation: Ariana K (2021) Cellulitis in Children. Pediatric Infect Dis Vol.6 No.4:19 Abstract Children who require intravenous antibiotics for cellulitis are typically admitted to the hospital, whereas adults typically receive intravenous antibiotics at home. This is a Randomised Controlled Study (RCS) comparing the delivery of ceftriaxone at home against usual care of flucloxacillin in the hospital for the treatment of cellulitis in children. The goal of the study is to compare:
Lessons learned from migrating complex stateful applications onto serverless platforms

Serverless computing is increasingly seen as a pivot cloud computing paradigm that has great potential to simplify application development while removing the burden of operational tasks from developers. Despite these advantages, the use of serverless computing has been limited to few application scenarios exhibiting stateless and parallel executions. In addition, the significant effort and cost associated with rearchitecting existing codebase limits the range of these applications and hinder efforts to enhance serverless computing platforms to better suit the needs of current applications. In this paper, we report our experience and observations from migrating four complex and stateful microservice applications (involving 8 programming languages, 5 application frameworks, and 40 application logic services) to ApacheOpenWhisk, a widely used serverless computing platform. We highlight a number of patterns and guidelines that facilitate this migration with minimal code changes and practical performance considerations, and imply a path towards further automating this process. We hope our guidelines will help increase the applicability of serverless computing and improve serverless platforms to be more application friendly.
Abrupt climate changes and the astronomical theory

Abstract. Abrupt climate changes constitute a relatively new field of research, which addresses variations occurring in a relatively short time interval of tens to a hundred years. Such time scales do not correspond to the tens or hundreds of thousands of years that the astronomical theory of climate addresses. The latter theory involves parameters that are external to the climate system and whose multi-periodic variations are reliably known and almost constant for a large extent of Earth history. Abrupt changes, conversely, appear to involve fast processes that are internal to the climate system; these processes varied considerably during the past 2.6 Myr, and yielded more irregular fluctuations. In this paper, we re-examine the main climate variations determined from the U1308 North Atlantic marine record, which yields a detailed calving history of the Northern Hemisphere ice sheets over the past 3.2 Myr. The magnitude and periodicity of the ice-rafted debris (IRD) events observed in the U1308 record allow one to determine the timing of several abrupt climate changes, the larger ones corresponding to the massive iceberg discharges labeled Heinrich events (HEs). In parallel, abrupt warmings, called Dansgaard-Oeschger (DO) events, have been identified in the Greenland records of the last glaciation cycle. Combining the HE and DO observations, we study a complex mechanism that may lead to the observed millennial-scale variability corresponding to the abrupt climate changes of last 0.9 Myr. This mechanism relies on amended Bond cycles, which group DO events and the associated Greenland stadials into a trend of increased cooling, with IRD events embedded into every stadial, the latest of these being an HE. These Bond cycles may have occurred during the last 0.9 Ma when Northern Hemisphere ice sheets reached their maximum extent and volume, thus becoming a major player in this time interval’s climate dynamics. Since the waxing and waning of ice sheets during the Quaternary period are orbitally paced, we conclude that the abrupt climate changes observed during the Mid and Upper Pleistocene are therewith indirectly linked to the astronomical theory of climate.