bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Reducing Alcohol Misuse and Promoting Treatment Initiation Among Veterans Through a Brief Internet-Based Intervention: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial (Preprint)
Authors: Pedersen Eric R , Davis Jordan P , Hummer Justin F , Bouskill Kathryn , Buch Keegan D , Shute Ireland M , Fitzke Reagan E , Tran Denise D , Neighbors Clayton , Saba Shaddy
Published: April 2024

BACKGROUND

Young adult veterans who served after the September 11 attacks on the United States in 2001 (ie, post-9/11) are at heightened risk for experiencing behavioral health distress and disorders including hazardous drinking, posttraumatic stress disorder, and depression. These veterans often face significant barriers to behavioral health treatment, and reaching them through brief mobile phone–based interventions may help reduce drinking and promote treatment engagement.

OBJECTIVE

Following a successful pilot study, this randomized controlled trial (RCT) aims to further test the efficacy of a brief (ie, single session) mobile phone–delivered personalized normative feedback intervention enhanced with content to promote treatment engagement.

METHODS

We will conduct an RCT with 800 post-9/11 young adult veterans (aged 18 to 40 years) with potentially hazardous drinking and who have not recently received treatment for any behavioral health problems. Participants will be randomly assigned to the personalized intervention or a control condition with resources for seeking care. The personalized normative feedback module in the intervention focuses on the correction of misperceived norms of peer alcohol use and uses empirically informed approaches to increase motivation to address alcohol use and co-occurring behavioral health problems. Past 30-day drinking, alcohol-related consequences, and treatment-seeking behaviors will be assessed at baseline and 3, 6, 9, and 12 months post intervention. Sex, barriers to care, posttraumatic stress disorder, depression, and severity of alcohol use disorder symptoms will be explored as potential moderators of outcomes.

RESULTS

We expect recruitment to be completed within 6 months, with data collection taking 12 months for each enrolled participant. Analyses will begin within 3 months of the final data collection point (ie, 12 months follow-up).

CONCLUSIONS

This RCT will evaluate the efficacy of a novel intervention for non–treatment-seeking veterans who struggle with hazardous drinking and possible co-occurring behavioral health problems. This intervention has the potential to improve veteran health outcomes and overcome significant barriers to treatment.

CLINICALTRIAL

ClinicalTrials.gov NCT04244461; https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT04244461

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DERR1-10.2196/59993
Balancing Between Privacy and Utility for Affect Recognition using Multi Task Learning in Differential Privacy Added Federated Learning Settings (Preprint)
Authors: Benouis Mohamed , Andre Elisabeth , CAN Yekta
Published: April 2024

BACKGROUND

The rise of wearable sensors marks a pivotal development in the era of affective computing. These sensors, gaining increasing popularity, hold the potential to revolutionize our understanding of human stress. A fundamental aspect within this domain is the ability to discern perceived stress through these unobtrusive devices.

OBJECTIVE

This study aims to enhance the performance of emotion recognition utilizing multi-task learning, a technique extensively explored across various machine learning tasks, including affective computing. By leveraging the shared information among related tasks, we seek to augment the accuracy of emotion recognition while confronting the privacy threats inherent in the physiological data captured by these sensors.

METHODS

To address the privacy concerns associated with the sensitive data collected by empathetic sensors, we propose a novel framework that integrates differential privacy and federated learning approaches with multi-task learning. This framework is designed to efficiently identify the user's mental stress while safeguarding their private identity information. Through this approach, we aim to enhance the performance of emotion recognition tasks while preserving user privacy.

RESULTS

Extensive evaluations of our framework are conducted using two prominent public datasets. The results demonstrate a significant improvement in emotion recognition accuracy, achieving an impressive rate of 90%. Furthermore, our approach effectively mitigates privacy risks, as evidenced by limiting re-identification accuracies to 47%.

CONCLUSIONS

In conclusion, our study presents a promising approach to advancing emotion recognition capabilities while addressing privacy concerns in the context of empathetic sensors. By integrating multi-task learning with differential privacy and federated learning, we have demonstrated the potential to achieve high levels of accuracy in emotion recognition while ensuring the protection of user privacy. This research contributes to the ongoing efforts to harness the power of affective computing in a responsible and ethical manner.
Bankacılık Sektöründe Kârlılığın Belirleyicileri Üzerine Karşılaştırmalı Bir Analiz
Authors: Göçer Hümeyra , Cengiz Selim
Published: April 2024

Bu araştırmanın amacı, Türk bankacılık sektöründe faaliyet gösteren ticari bankaların banka kârlılığını belirleyen bankaya özgü faktörlerin tespit edilmesi ve karşılaştırılmasıdır. Bankalar, yabancı sermayeli, özel sermayeli ve kamu sermayeli olmak üzere sermaye yönünden gruplara ayrılarak incelenmiştir. Araştırma kapsamında 2018-2022 yılları arasında faaliyet gösteren 12 bankanın finansal tablolarından elde edilen veriler kullanılmıştır. Bu kapsamda bankaların finansal verileri Eviews13 ve Stata17 programları ile panel veri yöntemi ile analiz edilmiştir. Aktif kârlılık ve özkaynak kârlılığının bağımlı değişken olduğu ve bankaya özgü 11 değişkenin bağımsız değişken olduğu çoklu regresyon denklemi kurulmuştur. Bu doğrultuda bağımsız değişkenlerin bağımlı değişkenler üzerindeki etkisi banka grupları arasındaki ilişki incelenmiştir. Analiz sonucuna göre her bir banka grubu için kârlılığa etki eden faktörler farklılık göstermektedir. Elde edilen sonuçlara göre aktif kârlılık ve özkaynak kârlılığının banka grupları arasında farklı ve anlamlı bir etkiye sahip olduğu tespit edilmiştir.
Traumatic tracheal rupture in closed chest trauma (a clinical case)
Authors: Getman V.G. , Kravchenko K.V. , Safonov V.E. , Negoduiko V.V. , Khuda M.Y. , Makarov V.V. , Smolianyk K.M.
Published: April 2024

The purpose was to present a clinical case of a soldier with a rupture of the cervical and thoracic parts of the trachea due to closed chest trauma. Early and complete diagnosis of chest injuries, which includes mandatory X-ray and fibrobronchoscopy, can save the life of an injured person, helps choose the optimal method of treatment and improve its outcomes. When choosing the therapeutic approach in patients with traumatic tracheal injuries, it is extremely important to take into account the mechanism of injury, the nature of tracheal damage, the presence and severity of post-traumatic complications, the general condition of the patient, and capacities of a healthcare institution. Given the frequent occurrence in the acute period of life-threatening complications due to traumatic tracheal injury, the formation of gross scarring with the development of tracheal stenosis is possible in the long term, preference is given to active surgical correction of traumatic changes in the tracheal wall. Traumatic injury to the tracheobronchial tree should be suspected in all injured patients with subcutaneous emphysema, hemoptysis, and dyspnea. Adequate examination and treatment of patients with traumatic tracheal rupture requires highly specialized medical care that is based on knowledge, experience, and skills for managing such trauma. X-ray and fibrobronchoscopy must be included in the examination algorithm of such patients. When choosing the treatment approach in patients with traumatic tracheal injuries, it is extremely important to take into account the mechanism of injury, the general condition of the patient, the presence of post-traumatic complications, and capacities of a healthcare institution. Conservative treatment for traumatic tracheal rupture with timely use of minimal surgical interventions can be successful in complete ruptures of the membranous wall of the medium length without development of life-threatening complications.
Status epilepticus: modern views on classification, typology, methods of diagnosis and treatment with third-generation anticonvulsants (review)
Authors: Maryenko L.B. , Dubenko A.Ye. , Litovchenko T.А.
Published: April 2024

Status epilepticus (SE) is a medical emergency associated with high morbidity and mortality. The guidelines of the International League Against Epilepsy use a stepwise approach to the treatment of SE depending on the response to treatment. Benzodiazepines are commonly used as initial therapy for SE. However, in approximately 40 % of cases of convulsive SE when benzodiazepines are prescribed, no improvement is observed, which indicates the occurrence of a refractory SE. For its treatment, intravenous anticonvulsants such as fosphenytoin, valproate or levetiracetam are used. But even this therapy can be ineffective in 31–47 % of cases, which is due to the development of refractory or super-refractory SE. To combat them, additional anti-seizure drugs are prescribed.
Psychological Distress and Attitudes Toward Seeking Professional Psychological Help among Transwomen in Indonesia
Authors: Shanti Theresia Indira , Tandias Evelyn
Published: April 2024

Transwomen are one of the minority groups in Indonesia vulnerable to a high level of psychological distress. The level of psychological distress can indicate the need to seek psychological help. The most basic component of seeking help is attitude. Without a positive attitude, individuals are less likely to have the intention of seeking help and do seeking help. This study aimed to investigate the level of psychological distress, attitudes toward seeking professional psychological help, and the relationship between symptoms of psychological distress with attitudes toward seeking professional psychological help in 117 samples of transwomen in Indonesia. Results indicated that 72% of participants were classified as having a high level of psychological distress. A negative association between anxiety symptoms and psychological openness indicated that the more symptoms of anxiety that participants were experiencing, the less likely they were to open up about their psychological problems.
Structural relationship among early childhood teachers' grit, professionalism, and teaching efficacy
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Cha Dong-Im , Seo Hyun-Ah
Published: April 2024

Objectives The purpose of this study was to examine the mediating effect of expertise in the relationship between grit and teaching efficacy of early childhood teachers by examining the structural relationship among early childhood teachers' grit, professionalism, and teaching efficacy.
Methods In order to achieve the purpose of this study, a survey was conducted targeting 430 early childhood teachers working in kindergartens and daycare centers located in Busan & Ulsan. For data processing and analysis, SPSS 26.0 & AMOS 26.0 were used to verify the structural equation model.
Results First, as a result of descriptive statistical analysis to look at the general tendency of the measurement variables used in this study, grit appeared the highest, followed by professionalism and teaching efficacy. Second, as a result of conducting Pearson's moment-rate correlation analysis to examine the correlation between the measurement variables used in this study, it was found that there was a statistically significant static correlation among grit, professionalism, and teaching efficacy. Third, as a result of examining the structural relationship between grit, professionalism, and teaching efficacy through the final model, it was found that grit affects teaching efficacy completely mediated by professionalism.
Conclusions Through the results of this study, it is expected to provide basic data for preparing measures to increase the teaching efficacy of early childhood teachers by identifying the relationship between grit and professionalism, which are factors that affect early childhood teachers' teaching efficacy.
Risk factors of recurrent falls among community-dwelling older adults with fall experience
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Shim Mi-So , Woo Chung Hee
Published: April 2024

Objectives This study aimed to identify risk factors for recurrent falls among community-dwelling older adults who had experienced a fall in the past year.
Methods This study performed secondary analysis using data from the 2020 National Survey of Older Koreans. Data from 650 community-dwelling older adults with one or more fall experiences in the past year were utilized. To identify risk factors for recurrent falls, a multinomial logistic regression analysis was conducted including general characteristics, health-related characteristics, and reasons for falls.
Results The distribution of participants according to the number of falls in the past year was 435 (66.9%) people who had fallen once, 156 (24.0%) people who had fallen twice, and 59 (9.1%) people who had fallen three or more times. In the multinomial logistic regression analysis, the categorical number of falls (1, 2, and 3 or more) were considered as dependent variables, and the category of “1” was determined as the reference group. The findings of the analysis revealed that failure to perform a five-time-sit-to-stand test and depression were risk factors for the group that experienced falls twice. In addition, depression and physical reasons for falling were found to be risk factors in the group that experienced falls three or more times.
Conclusions This study suggested that risk factors for recurrent falls among community-dwelling older adults comprehensively. Health care providers who provide screening and intervention to prevent recurrent falls need to consider mental problems such as depression along with the participants' balance disorder and physical problems.
Exploring the implications of the subject curriculum system in New South Wales, Australia for competency-based curriculum design
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Han Hye-Chong , Lee Seung-Mi
Published: April 2024

Objectives The purpose of this study is to analyze the deficiencies of the 2022 revised curriculum from the perspective of a competency-based curriculum and derive implications from the curriculum system of New South Wales, Australia.
Methods In order to achieve this purpose, the 2022 revision and the curriculum of New South Wales, Australia were analyzed based on the linkage of goal-content-achievement standards, which are important standards for competency-based curriculum design, and the clarification of achievement standards by grade level.
Results The main research results are that the 2022 revised curriculum is still found to be insufficient in the linkage of goal-content-achievement standards and the criteria for clarifying the level of achievement standards by grade level, but the Australian New South Wales state curriculum is designed to meet the two standards.
Conclusions In order to more fully realize the direction of the competency-based curriculum in the next curriculum revision, the subject curriculum needs to be developed in the order of ‘establishing educational objectives and goals development of achievement s → tandards → development of content standards’.
Mediating Effect of Career Decision Making Self-Efficacy in the Relation between Career Exploration Behavior and Career Decision Level among University Students
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Noh Yunshin
Published: April 2024

Objectives The purpose of this study was to examine the mediating effect of career decision making self-efficacy in the relation between career exploration behavior and career decision level among university students.
Methods The participants were chosen from 197 university students of capital area in Korea and they received questionnaires to measure their career decision making self-efficacy, career exploration behavior and career decision level. Data were analyzed using the SPSS 22.0 statistical program and SPSS PROCESS Macro Model 4.
Results Link between career exploration behavior and career decision level was fully mediated by career decision making self-efficacy.
Conclusions First, the more students explore about themselves and environment, the more confident they become in career decision making. Second, in order to promote career decision level, it is necessary to prepare career exploration programs that can improve the career decision making self-efficacy. The implication and limitation of this study were discussed.
Study on the Factors Which Inhibit the Teaching Practices as Perceived by Elementary School Teachers
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Park heejin
Published: April 2024

Objectives This study focused on the factors which inhibit the teaching practices as they were perceived by elementary school teachers.
Methods Thirty-five elementary school teachers were interviewed, and research materials were analyzed using a concept map approach. From the interview, 44 key sentences were extracted as a final statement, and the concept mapping was completed using the Multidimensional Scaling and Hierarchical Cluster Analysis method. 970 elementary school teachers were asked to answered the 5-point Likert scale questionnaires to check which statement could affect the teaching practices.
Results First, the elementary school teachers recognized the factors inhabiting the teaching practices in the “job performance-relationship formation” and “inside-outside the school” dimensions. Second, elementary school teachers recognized the inhabiting factors in 8 clusters; “formalism of educational administration,” “inefficiency of school work,” “lack of trust between teachers and parents,” “lack of efficiency in business processing,” “lack of administrators’ leadership,” “lack of teaching support,” “negative teaching culture,” and “lack of professionalism and teacher’s philosophy” appeared in that order.
Conclusions This study will help to identify ways to improve the teaching expertise by identifying the inhibiting factors as perceived by elementary school teachers.
The effect of Self-control and Suppression of Emotional Expression on the Smartphone Addiction among University Students
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Kim Hey Kyoung
Published: April 2024

Objectives The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect on the smartphone addiction by the self-control and the suppression of emotional expression.
Methods A survey was held to the university students living in Seoul and Chungcheong cities from June 10 to 21, 2023. 195 copies were in the final analysis for data analysis, Pearson’s Correlation Coefficient and hierarchical regressions with SPSS WIN 21.0.
Results As a result, the Self-control showed significant negative correlations with the Suppression of emotional expression and Smartphone addiction. The Suppression of emotional expression showed significant positive correlations with the Smartphone addiction. Female students and self-control were variables of smartphone addiction. the hierarchical regressions model explained 39.9%.
Conclusions Therefore, this study could be used as a basic data for the counseling and developing of educational programs to increase self-control, to promote emotional expression.
Exploring the Educational Meaning of ‘Art Play’ Experiences Based on Contemporary Art: Focusing on Art Education for Pre-Service Early Childhood Teachers
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Park Eun Sun , Park Hye Hoon
Published: April 2024

Objectives The purpose of this study is to suggest implications for art education methods for pre-service early childhood teachers by exploring the educational meaning of art play experiences based on contemporary art.
Methods To this end contemporary art-based art play was conducted for 14 weeks for 39 pre-service early childhood teachers who took the ‘Creative Arts Education’ course in the first semester of 2022 at a three-year university located in S city. The data collected in this study are personal portfolios, art play creation results ppt, and reflective journal.
Results The results of the study showed that pre-service early childhood teachers experienced ‘discovering the artist within themselves’, ‘expanding art experience into daily life’, ‘positive perception of play-centered art education’, ‘improving confidence through proactive art play practice’ through the art play based on contemporary art.
Conclusions Based on the results of this study, it was revealed that contemporary art-based art play experiences have educational value in art education for pre-service early childhood teachers, and further implications related to art education for pre-service early childhood teachers were suggested.
The Effect of Korean Learners' Perception of the Quality of Korean Language Teaching on Learning Satisfaction: The Mediating Effect of Learning Commitment
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Suh Yuyeon
Published: April 2024

Objectives This study aims to verify the effect of the perceived quality of Korean language teaching on learning satisfaction for international students learning Korean for academic purposes in Korea and to verify the mediating effect of learning commitment in this relationship.
Methods A survey was distributed to 250 international students taking Korean language education at language schools and universities located in Seoul and Gyeongbuk Province, and factor analysis, correlation analysis, and multilinear regression analysis were performed on 247 valid sample data finally collected using SPSS 26.0.
Results Among the levels of recognition of Korean language teaching quality, only the interaction quality had a significant positive effect on learning satisfaction. In addition, it was analyzed that learning commitment has the effect of mediating the relationship between the level of recognition of Korean language teaching quality and learning satisfaction.
Conclusions In order to increase the level of interaction between Korean learners and instructors, the first priority for instructors is to improve their qualities in order to have an immediate response to the learning process, individual learners' understanding of culture, and requirements. Furthermore, when designing Korean language instruction, flexible efforts are needed to change the content and method of instruction required by learners through preliminary demand surveys from a learner-centered perspective, satisfaction, and difficulties surveys during the course of instruction.
A Narrative Inquiry through the Experience of operating the Mathematics Experience Center of Dispatched Teachers
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Park Young-Ran , Lee Yoon-Joo
Published: April 2024

Objectives The purpose of this study is to analyze the meaning of dispatched teachers’ experiences of operating a Math Experience Center and explore the implications of these findings for their perceptions and practices as teachers.
Methods This study conducted a narrative inquiry to vividly capture the changes in the life and qualities of teachers through the experience of operating the mathematics experience center of dispatched teachers and to comprehensively understand them. In-depth interviews were conducted three times each for two secondary school mathematics teachers with more than one year of experience working at the mathematics experience center, and field texts were collected by visiting the center in person. Starting with the teaching experience that chose dispatched work, the research results were presented by categorizing them into teachers, dispatched teachers, and individual areas based on spatiality and relationship.
Results Through the operation of the Math Experience Center, the dispatched teachers experienced a change in their perception of themselves and growth as ‘education professionals’ by improving their subject expertise. These experiences led to, first, a role shift from a ‘made teacher’ to a ‘making teacher’ while searching for a direction for mathematics education; second, an attitude shift from a ‘teacher who teaches’ to a ‘teacher who learns and strives’ while recognizing the subjectivity of status; and third, an identity growth from a ‘subject matter expert’ to an ‘education expert’ through relationship formation and changes in the work environment.
Conclusions This study confirmed that the educational achievements gained by teachers through subjective status and challenges in the new educational environment change their perception of themselves and activate target behaviors, contributing to the improvement of teachers' professionalism and educational practice.
A Study on Improving the Social Integration Program Textbook through a Comparison of Korean and Vietnamese Food Cultures
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Song Younghee
Published: April 2024

Objectives The purpose of this study is to compare the food cultures of Korea and Vietnam and to explore ways to supplement the content of food culture education in the textbooks ‘Korean Language and Culture’ Beginner 1⋅ 2 and Intermediate 1⋅2, which are used in the Korea Immigration and Integration Program.
Methods This study compared the food cultures of Korea and Vietnam through a literature review and analyzed the content of food culture education in the ‘Korean Language and Culture’ textbooks Beginner 1⋅2 and Intermediate 1⋅2. Based on this analysis, it identified areas of deficiency in the textbooks and proposed educational strategies to enhance learning effectiveness.
Results The comparison of food cultures between Korea and Vietnam revealed significant differences in food styles, cooking methods, and dining customs between the two countries. Additionally, it was identified that there are areas in the food culture education content of the ‘Korean Language and Culture’ textbooks that require improvement.
Conclusions In this study, strategies and methods for educating Vietnamese female marriage immigrants on food culture through the ‘Korean Language and Culture’ textbook were proposed. By expanding and enhancing the content of the textbook, not only can the effectiveness of learning be increased, but also adaptability can be enhanced by introducing practical experience programs where learners can directly experience and learn about Korean dining culture. In the future, more systematic development of educational materials and expansion of practical experience programs will be necessary, and conducting comparative studies on various cultures through online education platforms will further enhance the effectiveness of food culture education.
Potential of siam weed extract in combination with Trichoderma harzianum to stimulate seed germination of Coffea arabica
Authors: Ania Ningsih Misbahul , Pancaningtyas Sulistyani , Su'udi Mukhamad
Published: April 2024

The Arabica coffee (Coffea arabica) beans feature a solid and thick seed shape that obstructs the germination process. Seed germination is an important feature of coffee plant cultivation and significantly impacts on the growth and development of the coffee plant. Siam weed (Chromolaena odorata L.) has the potential to be used as an organic fertilizer due to its nutrients and secondary metabolite compounds which can help accelerate plant growth. The optimal use of organic fertilizer can be achieved by using Trichoderma harzianum. This research aims to determine the effect and optimal concentration of Siam weed extract (Chromolaena odorata L.) and Trichoderma harzianum on the germination of Arabica coffee seeds. The research used a factorial Completely Randomized Design (CRD) in the form of siam weed extract concentrations of 8 ppm and 16 ppm and concentrations of Trichoderma harzianum of 5 ppm, 10 ppm, 15 ppm, and 20 ppm. The research finding indicated that the C2T1 treatment had the best results in terms of germination, growth speed, growth synchrony, hypocotyl length, and number of leaves on coffee plants. Meanwhile, the C2T4 treatment had the highest chlorophyll content.
Determination of Biological Water Quality of Susurluk, Çapraz and Karadere Streams Using Macroinvertebrates and Biotic Indices
Authors: Özalp Buse , Ertorun Nesil
Published: April 2024

The present study aimed to determine the water quality of Susurluk Stream, Çapraz Stream, and Karadere Stream by examining 5207 samples from 14 different stations in two different periods of 2021 (July and September), during which 37 families belonging to 15 order were identified. Physidae was identified as the dominant family for the first sampling period, while Baetidae was dominant for the second sampling period. BMWP Original, BMWP Turkish, BMWP Spanish, and ASPT biotic indices were used to assess the water quality of Susurluk, Çapraz, and Karadere Streams, and the index results were determined for each station for the first and second periods (July and September). Based on these index results, five different water quality categories were identified (Very Poor, Poor, Moderate, Good, Very Good). The obtained data were interpreted using t-tests and correlation analysis with the SPSS 2021 program.
Instrumentos de evaluación del pensamiento computacional: una revisión sistemática
Authors: Corrales-Álvarez Milena , Ocampo Lina Marcela , Cardona Torres Sergio Augusto
Published: April 2024

El pensamiento computacional (PC) es una nueva forma de alfabetización y se considera como una competencia clave para los ciudadanos de la era actual. Es un constructo compuesto que tiene relación con la resolución de problemas, el pensamiento matemático, el pensamiento crítico, la creatividad y la comunicación. La investigación sobre la evaluación del PC se encuentra en consolidación, sin embargo, se evidencia ausencia de agrupación sistemática de instrumentos de medición del PC en diferentes niveles educativos. El objetivo de esta revisión consistió en identificar los instrumentos usados como herramientas para medir el PC, las habilidades evaluadas y las propiedades psicométricas de los instrumentos. Esta revisión sistemática presentó el análisis de 52 artículos encontrados del 2012 al 2022. Los resultados de la revisión demostraron un crecimiento significativo en las publicaciones relacionadas con el diseño y la validación de instrumentos de medición del PC en los últimos años. Se encontró que más del 80 % de los instrumentos presentaron evidencia de validez y confiabilidad, destacando la validez de contenido, la validez de constructo y la consistencia interna. Así mismo, en algunos instrumentos se consideraron la evaluación de habilidades afectivas, sociales y actitudes, lo cual enriquecía la valoración de las habilidades cognitivas. Sin embargo, se evidenció la ausencia de los países de Centro y Sur América en los artículos analizados sobre esta temática, al igual que la escasez de instrumentos dirigidos a la primera infancia y a los docentes. Estos hallazgos resaltan la necesidad de continuar investigando el PC desde la perspectiva de la evaluación en poblaciones específicas.
Long-Term Management of Voice Rehabilitation Using Voice Prosthesis (Provox®) After Total Laryngectomy
Authors: Cho Jung-Hae
Published: April 2024

Voice rehabilitation after total laryngectomy is of paramount importance for improving quality of life following surgery. Tracheoesophageal voice with a voice prosthesis has been considered the gold standard for voice rehabilitation. The success rate of voice rehabilitation using a voice prosthesis is known to be over 90%. However, voice prostheses require regular replacement. The average lifespan of the device is four to six months. Common reasons for replacement include leakage around or within the prosthesis (endo- or periprosthetic leakage). Adjustments to the prosthesis may be necessary to address these adverse events. Provox® (Atos medical, Sweden) has been one of the most widely used voice prostheses. It offers a range of devices to address various issues. Regular follow-up appointments are essential for monitoring voice quality, identifying and addressing any complications, and providing ongoing support and guidance.
A Case of Posterior Pharyngeal Wall Perforation After Blunt Neck Trauma
Authors: Sim Jae-Yeop , Lee Joon Don , Yi HeeJun
Published: April 2024

Perforation of the pharynx due to external blunt trauma is an uncommon type of pharyngeal injury. It can lead to serious complications such as deep neck infection, sepsis, mediastinitis, and even mortality if not promptly recognized and treated. Therefore, early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent severe consequences and long-term complications. If the size of the injury is less than 2 cm and there is no invasion of the esophagus or mediastinum, conservative, nonsurgical treatment may be appropriate. In this case report, we present a case of retropharyngeal wall perforation following external blunt neck trauma with literature review.
Musical Interludes and Teaching Laboratory: Learning and Student Engagement in an Economic Anthropology Classroom
Authors: Cohen Jeffrey , Mitchel Andrew
Published: April 2024

We report on two exercises, musical interludes and the teaching laboratory, we developed for use in Economic Anthropology courses. The Musical Interlude asks students to present a song to the class (typically using a music video) and responding to a series of questions, summarizing the ways it reflects course themes. For the teaching laboratory, students are organized into working groups and collectively analyse and present their selections during the last week of class, addressing specific themes including altruism and selfishness. These assignments embrace the concept of musicking introduced by Christopher Small (1998), as students capture what he describes as music’s social value in understanding ourselves and others.
Temporal trend in risk of prostate cancer death in men with favourable-risk prostate cancer
Authors: Thomsen Frederik F. , Garmo Hans , Egevad Lars , Stattin Pär , Brasso Klaus
Published: April 2024

Background and objectives: Changes in work-up and histopathological assessment have caused stage and grade migration in men with prostate cancer (PCa). The aim of this study was to assess temporal trends in risk of PCa death for men with favourable-risk PCa managed with primary radical prostatectomy or observation.
Methods and material: Men aged 75 or younger with Charlson Comorbidity index 0–1 diagnosed with favourable-risk PCa (T1–T2, prostate specific antigen [PSA] <20 ng/mL and Gleason score 6 or 7[3+4]) in the period 2000–2016 who were treated with primary radical prostatectomy or managed with observation in PCBaSe 4.0. Treatment groups were compared following propensity score matching, and risk of PCa death was estimated by use of Cox regression analyses.
Results: A total of 9,666 men were selected for each treatment strategy. The 7-year cumulative incidence of PCa death decreased in all risk and treatment groups. For example, the incidence in men diagnosed with low-risk PCa and managed with observation was 1.2% in 2000–2005, which decreased to 0.4% in 2011–2016. Corresponding incidences for men with intermediate-risk PCa managed with observation were 2.0% and 0.7%. The relative risk of PCa death was lower in men with low-risk PCa managed with radical prostatectomy compared to observation: in 2000–2005 hazard ratio (HR) 0.20 (95% confidence interval [CI] 0.10–0.38) and in 2011–2016 HR 0.35 (95% CI 0.05–2.26). Corresponding risks for men with intermediate-risk PCa were HR 0.28 (95% CI 0.16–0.47) and HR 0.21 (95% CI 0.04–1.18). The absolute risk reduction of radical prostatectomy compared to observation for men with low-risk PCa was 1% in 2000–2005 and 0.4% in 2011–2016, and for men with intermediate-risk PCa 1.1% in 2000–2005 and 0.7% in 2011–2016.
Conclusion: Men diagnosed in 2011–2016 with low-risk and favourable intermediate-risk PCa have a similar relative benefit but smaller absolute benefit of curative treatment compared to men diagnosed in 2000–2005.
Cystectomy for bladder cancer in Sweden – short-term outcomes after centralization
Authors: Liedberg Fredrik , Hagberg Oskar , Aljabery Firas , Andrén Ove , Falini Victor , Gårdmark Truls , Ströck Viveka , Jerlström Tomas
Published: April 2024

Objective: Radical cystectomy (RC) for bladder cancer is associated with an inherent risk of complications and even postoperative mortality. The number of hospitals performing RC has decreased in Sweden over time, and since a formal regional centralization in 2017 cystectomy care is currently provided by nine hospitals.
Material and methods: In the Swedish National Urinary Bladder Cancer Register (SNRUBC) 90-day complications after RC have been registered with high coverage since 2012. Descriptive data and short-term outcomes were compared in relation to centralization of the cystectomy care by stratifying data before (2012–2016) and after (2017–2023).
Results: Out of all 4,638 cystectomies, 2,738 (59%) were performed after the centralization in 2017 and onwards. The median age at RC increased from 71 (Inter Quartile Range [IQR] 65–76) to 73 (IQR 67–77) years, and the proportion of patients with comorbidity (American Society of Anesthesiologists [ASA] 3 or 4) increased from 32% to 37% after the centralization (p < 0.001). The number of patients suffering from high-grade complications within 90 days of surgery corresponding to Clavien grade three were 345 (18%) and 407 (15%), and corresponding to Clavien grade four 61 (3%) and 64 (2%) before and after centralization, respectively. Reoperations within 90 days of RC decreased from 234/1,900 (12%) to 208/2,738 (8%) (p < 0.001), and 90-day mortality decreased from 84/1,900 (4%) to 85/2,738 (3%) (p = 0.023) before and after centralization, respectively.
Conclusion: After the centralization of the cystectomy-care in Sweden, older patients and individuals with more extensive comorbidity were offered RC whereas 90-day mortality and the proportion of patients subjected to reoperations within 90 days of surgery decreased without increasing waiting times.
Economic and Environmental Benefits of Heating of Poultry Houses with Geothermal Energy: A Case Study for Nevşehir Province of Turkey
Authors: Beyazit Nesrin Ilgin , Ozturk Hasan Huseyin
Published: April 2024

In this study, as an example of the use of geothermal energy resources for the air-conditioning of animal shelters, the technical, economic and environmental gains that will be achieved in the case of heating a chicken coop with a total floor area of 480 m2 in Nevşehir province of Turkey in the winter months have been evaluated. For this purpose, a standard chicken coop with a length of 40 m, a width of 12 m and a height of 2.5 m and a capacity of 4320 chickens has been considered. The optimum indoor temperature for adult chickens is considered to be 22 °C. The total heat losses related to the different structural components of the considered standard house were determined. The annual total highest heat load for the poultry house was calculated as Qt = 197.32 kW. For geothermal resources suitable for house heating in the region, the amount of heat to be gained from the geothermal fluid to the house environment was calculated, taking into account the lowest physical properties (the lowest temperature Tgeo = 30 °C and the lowest flow rate mgeo = 30 m3/h). Since the amount of heat energy gained to the poultry environment with geothermal fluid (Qgeo=278.96 kW) is higher than the total heat losses (Qt = 197.32 kW) of the poultry house (Qgeo>Qt), it can be used for poultry heating with geothermal fluid. In case the considered poultry house is heated with geothermal energy, a total of 45073 kg of fuel will be saved annually from LPG consumption and 42186.4 kg of diesel fuel consumption will be saved. If Diesel or LGP fuel is used instead of geothermal fluid for poultry heating, the annual total fuel cost will be 266 211.6 TL for LPG usage and 274 585.2 TL for Diesel usage. In case the considered house is heated with geothermal energy, 136 571.2 kgCO2-eq or 133 798.3 kgCO2-eq from the annual total greenhouse gas emissions will save compared to the use of LPG and Diesel, respectively.
EXPLORING CHALLENGES OF INDONESIAN EFL TEACHERS IN ADOPTING TEACHER-RESEARCHER IDENTITY THROUGH CLASSROOM ACTION RESEARCH
Authors: Prabandari Carla Sih , Badiozaman Ida Fatimawati Adi , Turner Kristina
Published: April 2024

This study centres on investigating the challenges faced by Indonesian EFL teachers when conducting classroom action research (CAR). In this pursuit, the paper employs content analysis techniques to delve into teachers’ competency in conducting CAR. This exploration is facilitated through an in-depth examination of the teachers’ CAR reports and conversations in the discussion forum on the learning management system (LMS) of Pendidikan Profesi Guru (PPG) or the Teacher Professional Education (TPE) program. The thematic content analysis was conducted manually and using NVivo 12 software to ease the data coding process. The results of the study showed that teachers’ knowledge of CAR varied, with most teachers perceiving an improvement in students’ scores as the primary indicator of CAR success. It also found that some teachers grappled with the technical aspects of conducting CAR, such as formulating appropriate research questions, reviewing the literature, selecting appropriate research instruments, analysing data, and reporting writing, while others encountered practical obstacles, including constraints related to time and resources. This study underscores the importance of providing ongoing support for EFL teachers to develop their CAR competencies and ultimately improve their teaching practices. The paper concludes with implications for future research and practice.
Analysis of Science Process Skills Improved From Student Activities Through Inquiry Training Learning Model
Authors: Siregar Halimatus Sadyah , Mihardi Satria
Published: April 2024

Science skills are skills that students need when they are investigating. These skills are needed by students in the process of inquiry to solve problems from a natural phenomenon that is around them. general reality many of the skills of students who tend to be passive and low. The low scientific skills of students because the learning process does not involve practicum. Therefore, this study aims to find out. Improved science skills in terms of high school student activities through inquiry training learning models. This type of research is descriptive. The instrument of this study was the activity evaluation observation sheet. Each student observation sheet consists of five indicators. The indicator is confronting the problem, verifying data, experimenting, processing data and inquiry analysis. The results showed that skills based on assessment of activity indicators increased at each meeting.
Development of transgenic Brassica napus plants with AtATM3 gene to enhance cadmium and lead tolerance
Authors: Sultana Sayeda , Chakma Kakon , Bhuiyan Mohammed Shafi Ullah
Published: April 2024

Four popular genotypes of Brassica napus, cv. BARI Sarisha-8, BARI Sarisha-13, Binasarisha-4, and Binasarisha-8 were subjected to cadmium (Cd) and lead (Pb) stress to identify a genotype with enhanced tolerance of Cd and Pb. The goal was to use the selected genotype for genetic engineering, thereby improving traits related to heavy metal tolerance and accumulation to remediate polluted agricultural soils. The genotype, BARI Sarisha-8 with superior tolerance to both Cd and Pb stresses, was chosen for genetic engineering with Arabidopsis thaliana ABC transporter of the mitochondrion 3 (AtATM3) gene. The transformation process involved coculturing the cotyledon explants with Agrobacterium strain GV3101 carrying a binary vector containing the hygromycin phosphotransferase (HPT) gene as a selectable marker and the AtATM3 gene. Transformation efficiency was significantly enhanced with a two-day co-cultivation period on shoot induction medium composed of MS medium, α-naphthaleneacetic acid (0.5 mg/L), and 6-benzyladenine (3 mg/L), supplemented with acetosyringone (20 mg/L), along with a four-day delay in exposing the explants to the selective agent hygromycin. Hygromycin-resistant shoots were obtained by employing a three-step selection process. The refined protocol resulted in a transformation efficiency of 15.38%. Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) analysis confirmed the integration of AtATM3 and HPT genes into the host genome in all recombinant plants. Transgenic B. napus plants expressing the AtATM3 gene exhibited notable improvements in tolerance, demonstrating a 1.4- to 1.7fold increase in Cd tolerance and a 1.3- to 1.5-fold increase in Pb tolerance compared to the wild type (nontransformed) under both Cd and Pb stress conditions.
Representación política y género en América Latina
Authors: Martin María Elena
Published: April 2024

El dossier reúne cuatro artículos que se enfocan en la discusión sobre quién, dónde y cómo se representa, desde una perspectiva de género y a partir del análisis de casos empíricos de América Latina, tanto nacionales como subnacionales, en la etapa que se inicia en la tercera ola democrática. Se articulan entre sí en torno a la pregunta por la cantidad de mujeres en cargos de representación popular y en el cómo ejercen esa representación (representación descriptiva y sustantiva), observando el impacto de las medidas correctivas de la representación, tales como las cuotas y la paridad. Se preguntan cómo acogen las instituciones estas medidas y cómo impacta la mayor presencia de mujeres en la distribución interna de espacios de poder. En consecuencia, a más de tres décadas del inicio de estas medidas, el dossier ofrece un balance, basado en evidencia empírica, de los resultados de su aplicación en tres países, Argentina, Brasil y Costa Rica.
Augmented reality integration in Jordanian fast-food apps: Enhancing brand identity and customer interaction amidst digital transformation
Authors: Ali Hussam , Morshed Amer
Published: April 2024

This study looked at how adding augmented reality (AR) to Jordanian fast-food apps during the pandemic impacts brand identity, consumer views, and interactions. It wanted to see if AR strengthens brand connections or leads to brand dilution concerns in the industry. The research utilized a qualitative approach, employing semi-structured interviews with 52 marketing managers from diverse fast-food establishments across Jordan. The study highlighted how mobile apps, especially AR, changed brand interactions in Jordan’s fast-food market. They boosted convenience and engagement but raised worries about food quality and brand dilution due to heavy app use. It stressed the need to balance tech innovation, preserve brand identity, offer personalized experiences, understand user behavior, and tackle app development challenges for better brand loyalty. The research offers practical implications for stakeholders, recommending strategic AR integration, a user-centric approach, cultural sensitivity in tech adoption, and the preservation of emotional connections. It emphasizes the significance of maintaining a delicate balance between leveraging technological advancements and safeguarding the distinctiveness of individual brand identities within an increasingly app-centric landscape. This study uncovers AR’s influence in Jordan’s fast-food scene, highlighting its transformative power and possible drawbacks. It offers practical advice for industry players, guiding them on how to navigate the digital shift without compromising brand integrity or customer connections.