Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Structured reflecting teams in group supervision: A qualitative study with school counseling interns

As school counseling interns graduate and transition to a professional school counseling work world, there are issues which may affect their personal and professional development, such as ongoing skill acquisition, keeping current in the field, and reflective awareness of professional counselor growth. Counselor educators continually seek approaches and methods of training school counseling interns with potential for transference to the world of practicing school counselors. However, translating ongoing supervision of school counselors to the real world setting can prove problematic. The problem is twofold; there is a lack of clinical supervision after graduation, and school administrators tend to provide only administrative supervision. This exploratory study sought to explore the potential of one model of group supervision, which could potentially translate into the real work world of practicing school counselors. The purpose of the study was to explore the experiences of school counseling interns’ with a reflecting team model of group supervision, Structured Reflecting Team Supervision (SRTS), during the final internship semester. A qualitative methodology was used for this exploratory study due to the scant research in the areas of clinical group supervision and the SRTS model with the school counseling intern population. This study was designed to answer the following research question: What are the experiences of school counseling interns exposed to the reflecting team model of group supervision throughout their internship semester? Data consisting of structured open-ended interview guides (SOIG) were gathered three times throughout the semester. Data were also gathered one time through a separate SOIG at the end of the
An Empirical Evaluation of Cashless Systems Implementation in Ghana

JEL Classification: O32; O33, N27; G29. This study aims to evaluate cashless systems as a means of payment and receipt in Ghana. Specifically, the study sought to identify the modes of cashless systems in use and evaluate the level of implementation. A quantitative approach was adopted and primary data was gathered from 345 respondents knowledgeable in cashless systems using a structured questionnaire. Secondary data on cashless systems transactions between 2013 and 2017 were obtained from the Bank of Ghana. Data were analysed quantitatively using SPSS and presented using tables and charts. The findings reveal that the value of transactions made through cashless systems is on the rise. The use of cheques continues to be the dominant system in place at the end of 2017. The study found that mobile money services are penetrating the market at a pace faster than all other cashless payment and receipt modes. Internet banking is another emerging area that is also fast gaining ground. Debit/credit cards, E-zwich and Electronic funds transfers are not fully used in day to day transactions. Point of Sale terminals are rarely available at local shops to promote the use of cards in making purchases. The study found convenience, time savings and security from physical attacks to be the key benefits of cashless systems. Low literacy serves as major challenge to cashless system implementation. Based on these findings, it is recommended that local shops and supermarkets be assisted to adopt cashless receipt systems. The ease of finding shops that accept e-payments for items will reduce the desire in carrying cash for transactions.
Construcción de la escala de reserva cognitiva en población española: estudio piloto

Introduccion. Durante los ultimos anos, el interes por la reserva cognitiva ha aumentado notablemente ante la falta de asociacion entre el dano cerebral y los sintomas clinicos observados. La complejidad de la reserva cognitiva ha dado lugar a diferentes propuestas para su medicion, sin observarse un consenso acerca de cual es la mas acertada. Objetivo. Realizar una aproximacion a la medida de la reserva cognitiva en poblacion espanola a traves de la elaboracion y el estudio del funcionamiento psicometrico de la escala de reserva cognitiva. Sujetos y metodos. En el estudio piloto participo una muestra de 95 sujetos sanos. La estimacion de la fiabilidad de la escala se realizo a traves de la consistencia interna. Para el estudio de la validez de contenido se consulto con un grupo de expertos. En relacion con la validez de criterio, se estimaron las correlaciones entre las puntuaciones en la escala y los criterios externos de autopercepcion y de inteligencia premorbida. Resultados. La estimacion de la fiabilidad de la escala se considero alta (alfa = 0,81) y se registraron unas adecuadas evidencias de validez de contenido. Se observaron correlaciones estadisticamente significativas y de magnitud moderada entre la escala y la inteligencia premorbida (-0,31), y el estado de animo (0,25). Conclusiones. La escala de reserva cognitiva podria considerarse un adecuado instrumento experimental como medida de reserva cognitiva en poblacion espanola. No obstante, seria necesario ampliar el estudio en esta linea.
THE IMPACT OF CREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING STRATEGY VS LEARNING CYCLE MODEL AND COGNITIVE STYLE ON THE UNDERSTANDING OF COMPARISON CONCEPT

This study aims to examine the differences in the understanding of the comparison concept in groups of students who take realistic mathematics learning through the Creative Problem Solving (CPS) and Learning Cycle Model (LCM) strategies. It also examines the differences in the understanding of comparison concept between groups of students who have Field Independent (FI) and Field Dependent (FD) Cognitive Style. Lastly, it examines whether there is an interaction between learning strategies and Cognitive Style towards the students’ understanding of the concept of comparison. This study uses quasi-experimental research design, with 2x2 factorial design pretest-posttest nonequivalent control group design. Data analysis uses two-way ANOVA by utilizing SPSS statistical software version 22 for windows. The subjects of this study were 53 seventh-grade students of Islamic junior high school (MTs) Azzainabiyah Pramian Sampang Madura, consisting of 2 classes (experimental class and control class) with non-random assignment. The instrument used in this study is the Cognitive Style test called GEFT (Group Embedded Figure Test) and learning outcomes test. The results of this study indicate that there is no difference in the understanding of the concept of comparison in groups of students who take realistic mathematics learning through CPS and LCM strategies. There is a difference in the understanding of the concept of comparison between groups of students who have FI and FD cognitive style. There is no interaction between the strategy of learning with the cognitive style possessed by students towards the understanding of the concept of comparison. Keywords: Realistic Mathematic, Creative Problem Solving, Learning Cycle Model, Cognitive Style
Evaluation of Four Sky View Factor Algorithms Using Digital Surface and Elevation Model Data

The sky view factor (SVF) is a crucial variable widely used to quantify the characteristics of surface structures and estimate surface radiation budget. Many SVF models based on raster data have been developed but not yet evaluated in a more quantitative and uniform manner. In this paper, four typical SVF models (Dozier‐Frew (D‐F), Manners, Lindberg‐Grimmond (L‐G), and Helbig_h) are evaluated using the SVF derived from simulated fisheye images based on the digital surface model (DSM) and digital elevation model data. The SVF calculated by D‐F method using DSM data has the best accuracy, with a mean bias error of −0.007, root‐mean‐square error of 0.069, and coefficient of determination (R2) of 0.914. For the SVF value derived from digital elevation model data, L‐G method shows good performance, with an mean bias error of 0.013, root‐mean‐square error of 0.032, and R2 of 0.897. The pixels near the edges of buildings, within the valley or along ridgelines, have higher SVF deviations. In addition, the slope angle calculated using DSM data has some artificial defects that make the significant impact on the SVF biases due to their calculation method and the discontinuous surface in urban areas. Thus, L‐G and Helbig_h methods are more applicable for the DSM data due to the difficulty in defining slope and aspect angles. Moreover, the high accordance of SVFs between Helbig_h and L‐G methods implies that the Helbig_h method is an alternative in virtue of its simpler form and lower computation cost than L‐G method.
Clitoral length in female newborns: a new approach to the assessment of clitoromegaly

The normative data for the newborn clitoral length will enable physicians to avoid overdiagnosing or underdiagnosing disorders related to the condition. This study is the first to investigate clitoris length in newborn females in Turkey. Materials and methods: A total of 325 newborns with normal gestational age born by uncomplicated spontaneous vaginal delivery were included in the study. The body weight, body length, head circumference, and clitoral size were measured. Results: A special equation was generated to estimate clitoris length, and clitoral length percentiles were prepared. The 3rd (2.00 mm) and 97th percentile (8.04 mm) values for clitoris length were determined. The best cut-off point for cases where the labia majora covered the clitoris was determined. Conclusion: The equations and the percentile curves presented herein could be used as guides for expected clitoris length. Further studies, including larger measurement numbers, would enable the development of more sensitive equations and percentiles.
KDIGO Clinical Practice Guideline for the Evaluation and Management of Chronic Kidney Disease Foreword

This guideline is an update of the Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) 2012 Clinical Practice Guideline for the Evaluation and Management of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Despite a further decade of focused research and clinical practice in CKD, the global burden of CKD remains high. Whilst underlying causes may vary regionally throughout the world, globally CKD affects nearly 1 in 10 people. CKD has associated disability and high mortality which continue to rise in rank among the leading causes worldwide because of ageing and an increasing burden of risk factors for CKD. Early identification, evaluation, and management interventions addressed by rigorous data are key tenets of prevention, especially in those regions with the lowest quintiles of Socio-demographic Index where the burden is highest.
Interpreting and Maintaining the Evidence

The purpose of this article is to describe how the effect size can be interpreted to gain insight into the nature of effective intervention. The of an intervention measures the impact resulting from an intervention, ranging from low (.2), to moderate (.5), to high (.8). The basic interpretation of the ES provides a relative standard reflecting the magnitude of the intervention effect. A portfolio of evidence consisting of multiple studies is necessary for the development of clinical guidelines. The collection, summary, analysis, and interpretation of intervention effects are all important functions in the development of an evidence-based portfolio.
Communication disorders and indigenous Australians : a synthesis and critique of the available literature

3 Method . 10 Search Strategy . 10 Assessment of Methodological Quality . 12 Data Extraction . 13 Data Synthesis . 13 Results . 14 Table 1. Summary of included quantitative and qualitative articles . 15 Prevalence of Indigenous Australians with communication disorders . 21 Table 2. Prevalence of communication disorders reported within the literature . 22 Assessment and diagnosis of communication disorders in Indigenous Australians . 24 Effective treatment for Indigenous Australians with communication disorders . 27 Experiences of Indigenous Australians with communication disorders . 30 Discussion . 31 Study limitations and future research . 38 Conclusion . 38 Acknowledgements . 39 References . 40 Appendix . 52 Appendix A. Initial key words used in search strategy . 52 Appendix B. Additional databases and journals searched. 52 Appendix C. Additional search strings/keywords used in Phase 2 searches . 53 Appendix D. Description of included studies (alphabetical by area of disorder) . 56 Appendix E. Flowchart of article selection process. 94 Appendix F. List of Abbreviations. 95
Modeling financial environments using geometric fractional Brownian motion model with long memory stochastic volatility

Geometric Fractional Brownian Motion (GFBM) model is widely used in financial environments. This model consists of important parameters i.e. mean, volatility, and Hurst index, which are significant to many problems in finance particularly option pricing, value at risk, exchange rate, and mortgage insurance. Most current works investigated GFBM under the assumption of its volatility that is constant due to its simplicity. However, such assumption is normally rejected in most empirical studies. Therefore, this research develops a new GFBM model that can better describe and reflect real life situations particularly in financial scenario. All parameters involved in the developed model are estimated by using innovation algorithm. A simulation study is then conducted to determine the performance of the new model. The results of simulation reveal that the proposed estimators are efficient based on the bias, variance, and mean square error. Subsequently, two theorems on existence and uniqueness of the solution for the new model and its generalisation are constructed. The validation of the developed model was then carried out by comparing with other models in forecasting adjusted prices of Standard and Poor 500, Shanghai Stock Exchange Composite Index, and FTSE Kuala Lumpur Composite Index. Empirical studies on four selected financial applications, i.e. option pricing, value at risk, exchange rate, and mortgage insurance, indicate that the new model performs better than the existing ones. Hence, the new model has strong potential to be employed as an underlying model for any financial applications that capable of reflecting the real situation more accurately.
Short echo time single voxel magnetic resonance spectoscopy in the characterisation of childhood brain tumours.

INTRODUCTION Brain tumours are the most common solid tumour in childhood, while Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS) studies have been performed on brain tumours previously, the majority have been performed on the adult patient population and at long echo times. The work presented in this thesis outlines work performed in the usage of short echo time MRS in the characterisation of childhood brain tumours. METHODS Short echo time MRS was performed on children with brain tumours at the time of diagnostic imaging. In addition, follow up data was accrued for some patients. Resulting spectra were assessed for characteristics either of diagnosis, prognosis or treatment response. RESULTS Spectra collected were used in assessing characteristics of an array of childhood brain tumours. Initially the technique was tested on a well understood dataset of cerebellar tumours, and was later expanded to provide diagnostic aids for both brain stem tumours and pineal region tumours. A group of pilocytic astrocytomas were assessed for differences by location within the brain, for prognosis and for response to treatment. CONCLUSIONS The additional information given by short echo time MRS was useful in the characterisation of childhood brain tumours
An Empirical Study of Trust of Third Party Rating Services

While third-party trust assurance programs such as TRUSTe and BizRate are playing an increasing role in facilitating online transaction, few studies have examined the antecedent factors that can lead to the trust of such programs. In this study, we develop a model of trust for a special type of third-party trust programs, i.e., Internet Business Rating Services. Perceived reputation, integrity, and competence were identified as important antecedent factors to the trust of IBRS. Our results show that perceived integrity and perceived competence were found to have significant impact on consumer trust of IBRS. Perceived reputation, however, only had significant effect for people with low trust propensity. Our study contributes to the trust literature by identifying areas of focus for IBRS and explaining why different IBRS and other third-party trust assurance programs may be used differently in the online marketplace.
Yaşam Doyumu ile Sıkıntıyı Tolere Etme Arasındaki İlişkide İyimserliğin Aracı Etkisi

Bu arastirmanin amaci, universite ogrencilerinin yasam doyumu ile sikintiyi tolere etme duzeyleri arasindaki iliskide iyimserligin aracilik etkisinin olup olmadigini saptamaktir. Arastirma 276 %77.1 kadin, 82 %22.9 erkek olmak uzere toplam 358 universite ogrencisi ile gerceklestirilmistir. Ogrencilerin yas ortalamasi 20.95’tir. Arastirmada; Yasam Doyumu Olcegi, Sikintiyi Tolere etme olcegi, Iyimserlik Olcegi ve kisisel bilgi formu kullanilmistir. Ogrencilerinin yasam doyumu ile sikintiyi tolere etme duzeyleri arasindaki iliskide, iyimserligin aracilik rolunu belirlemek icin Yapisal Esitlik Modeli kullanilmistir. Arastirma sonuclarina gore iyimserligin yasam doyumu ile sikintiyi tolere etme arasindaki dolayli etkisinin anlamli oldugu gorulmustur. Diger bir ifadeyle universite ogrencilerinin yasam doyumu ile sikintiyi tolere etme duzeyleri arasindaki iliskide iyimserlik tam aracilik etmektedir. Sonuc olarak, ogrencilerin yasam doyumlarinin artmasi onlarin iyimserligini yukseltebilmekte ve bu yukselisle birlikte sikintiyi tolere duzeyleri artmaktadir.
An evaluative study on the significance of the web in an Australian university context

The Web has permeated many aspects of social activities in the modern society. It has also created a new paradigm in the world of commerce as well as in the field of education. Most Australian educational institutions have directly or indirectly made use of the Web to facilitate teaching and learning. Web-based technologies have become a powerful tool in supporting students in both traditional coursework as well as online learning. Web-based learning, as a strong manifestation of e-learning, has also become more feasible and acceptable within the tertiary education context. As the main stakeholders in web-based learning are students and lecturers, it is important to understand their views and attitudes toward the Web as a learning resource. This paper reports a recent study which investigated the significance of the Web in an Australian university context. It involved the participation of 115 students and 31 lecturers from the Faculty of Education at this university. Questionnaire and semi-structured interview were used in this study. The results indicate a strong recognition of the role of the Web in teaching and learning. However, there are differences between perceived expectations of web-based teaching by students and lecturers and the ways in which it is conducted and managed. Some recommendations are also made to create a more meaningful and powerful web-based learning environment.
Using the Technology Acceptance Model to Analyze the Learning Outcome of Open Education Resources

Along with the development of information and communications technology, open educational resources were widely applied in training usage. The use of these resources facilitates the access to knowledge by enabling learners to transcend time and space. In this way, learners are able to obtain new knowledge more actively and efficiently than before. Using Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) as the theoretical foundation, this study aims to explore the learning outcome of using open educational resources with the perceived convenience as the external variable. In this study, the open educational resources were defined as online courses on the Open Course Ware (OCW) and Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), on which the learners choose courses themselves and study without the impact from people, matters, time, space, and things with the help of the Internet. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researchers conducted a survey with the participants who had already used the open educational resources. In total, 124 valid samples were collected. The Partial Least Squares (PLS) statistical method was used to carry out the analysis. Overall, the model of this study has good prediction and explanatory power. After the data analysis, the study found that the perceived convenience exerts a positive impact on the use of the open educational resources. In addition, among the four TAM variables, the perceived usefulness does not exert a significant impact on the behavioral intention to use, but the other three TAM variables all have a significant impact on the behavioral intention.
The effects of journaling on the perception of the overall course experience of community college nursing students

MARY LOUISE KOTSOKALIS. The effects of journaling on the perception of the overall course experience of community college nursing students. (Under the direction of Dr. GRACE MITCHELL) While many educational tools are used by teachers to improve the effectiveness of the teaching-leaning process, research is seldom done on whether these education tools and strategies effect the students’ perception of the overall course experience. The goal of this research is to examine the effects of journaling on the perception of overall course experience of nursing students at a community college as expressed on end-of-course Teacher Evaluation Survey. In this study, 91 volunteer nursing students participated in the study and randomly were divided into experimental and control groups. The experimental groups were assigned journaling exercises, and the control groups an equivalent writing assignment. At the end of the semester, an end of course student evaluation tool was administered to all students. Analysis of results indicated no significant difference in outcomes between the experimental and control groups.
Anormalidades hematológicas, bioquimicas e hemostáticas de origem paraneoplásica em fêmeas caninas com neoplasia mamária

Hematological abnormalities of paraneoplastic origin are identified in several types of cancers that affect dogs and cats. In dogs with mammary neoplasms, abnormalities associated with coagulation have been identified, and verified that disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) clinical and subclinical may be present in 83% of dogs with mammary carcinoma. In human medicine, research in this field has been relevant since those factors are indicators of cancer prognosis. Meanwhile, in veterinary medicine, there are few studies that relate hematological changes with tumor type, staging and determination of prognosis. The aim of this study was to evaluate the hematological, biochemical and hemostathic abnormalities in bitches affected by mammary cancer to identify the most frequent alteration and associate with tumor staging. For this, 25 bitches attended by the Oncology Study Group in small animals (ONCOVET) of the Veterinary Hospital of UFRGS (HCV-UFRGS) for the period of 4 months were used. Blood collection for complete blood count, platelet count, serum biochemistry (albumin, ALT, calcium, creatinine, ALP, glucose, urea) and coagulation test that consisted of PT (prothrombin time), aPTT (activated partial thromboplastin time), TT (thrombin time), fibrinogen and D-dimer measurement were performed. Tumor staging was obtained by physical examination and the results of the biopsy of the breast. The abnormalities found included anemia, neutrophilic leukocytosis, monocytosis, eosinophilia, thrombocytosis, hypoalbuminemia, hypocalcemia, hypoglycemia and decreased levels of urea. However, these changes were not associated directly with tumor progression, since there was no difference among the groups. Only the RDW and ALT variables was associated significantly between the groups, however, with no clinical relevance. In the coagulation test, there was significant difference between the groups only in TT and fibrinogen, which was associated with tumor staging.