bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Desarrollo de tecnología para determinación de calidad nixtamalera de maíz Zea mays L.
Authors: García Hernández María Elena
Published: January 2024

La principal manera de preparar el maíz para su consumo, en México, es en forma de tortilla, y para su elaboración se requiere el proceso de nixtamalización, en el cual inciden una serie de factores que determinan la calidad del producto.

Desde el punto de vista de mejoramiento genético, al tratar de formar materiales para este fin, no existe una metodología especifica para evaluar dichos materiales. En base a lo anterior, el presente trabajo tiene como objetivo, detectar parámetros que permitan determinar la calidad del grano, requerida para dicho proceso.

Este estudio fue realizado en el Instituto Mexicano del Maíz, con sede en esta Universidad, durante los años 1982-1983, y se utilizaron 27 materiales de diverso origen genético, tales como: razas, variedades criollas, variedades mejoradas e híbridos.

Para su desarrollo se consideraron las siguientes etapas: recepción de la muestra, que incluye la caracterización taxonómica y morfológica, así como la determinación de especificaciones físicas del grano; condiciones termo-alcalinas durante la nixtamalización; evaluación de parámetros como sedimentación y extensibilidad en la masa; en harina nixtamalizada: pruebas de granulometría y en tortilla características organolépticas, rendimiento y viaa de anaquel.

Los diferentes parámetros se analizaron individualmente en diseño completamente al azar y las medias fueron comparadas mediante la prueba de Tukey; se estudió la correlación simple entre las variables, y se encontraron diferencias significativas en los parámetros gasto de agua y tiempo de cocción, así como una tendencia a asociar características que con componentes de textura con características propias del proceso de nixtamalización.
Control mecanico de arbustos para mejorar la producción forrajera de pastizales áridos
Authors: De Luna V. Reginaldo , Medina Torres Jorge G. , Gloria H. Gilberto
Published: January 2024

El presente estudio, realizado en el Campo Experimental Noria de Gua-dalupe, Zacatecas, de la UAAN, tuvo como objetivo básico la evaluación de la efectividad y costos de diversos tratamientos mecánicos en el control de arbustos. Las prácticas evaluadas fueron: a) tratamientos que causan disturbio al suelo: 1) rastra, 2) cuchilla, 3) arado y 4) rotocultivadora; b) tratamientos que causan disturbio mínimo al suelo: 5) riel - un paso, 6) riel - dos pasos, 7) cable, y 8) desvaradora.

Al inicio del trabajo, el sitio de pastizal matorral parvifolio inerme estaba dominado por Larrea divaricata y Flourensia cernua (30% de cobertura), mientras que las gramíneas principales, Bouteloua karwinskii y Setaria ma-crostachya, tenían una cobertura del 14%.

De los tratamientos que causan disturbio mínimo al suelo, la práctica más prometedora, de acuerdo a los resultados del presente estudio, es el riel-dos pasadas que, para el caso de la L. divaricata, redujo su cobertura casi al 100%. Además, tiene la ventaja de que sólo causa daños mínimos al estrato herbáceo (gramíneas y herbáceas deseables). En cuanto al grupo de tratamientos que sí causan disturbios significativos al suelo, todos tuvieron un efecto similar en la reducción de la cobertura aérea. Al tomar en cuenta el número de arbustos destruidos, el arado desenraizador y la rotocultivadora fueron los más sobresalientes, Sin embargo, todos estos tratamientos, reducen de manera drástica el estrato herbáceo y la superficie del suelo.
Identity Around Multilingualism:
Authors: Radia Al Rashid Radia Al Rashid
Published: January 2024

As no country houses people speaking solely one language in the present world, various studies regarding the use of multilingualism were done over the years not only in the field of empirical research but also in literary contexts. Code-switching has been the most researched phenomenon in literary language from a multilingual perspective. The debate between considering literary characters as real-life human beings or merely textual constructs has intensified over the years. Subsequently, a middle ground combining both humanizing and non-humanizing aspects of literary characters emerged. In this study, I analyze the use of multilingualism in a literary character’s portrayal by examining her linguistic identity through her behaviors involving language use and comprehension. Yolanda, the second daughter of the De La Torre family depicted in the novel, How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents, written by Julia Alvarez in 1991, is the target character for this study. Using a qualitative research approach, Yolanda’s character is analyzed by using the characterization model developed by Culpeper in 2001. Three textual cues, namely explicit, implicit, and authorial, are examined in the descriptions and language uses of Yolanda’s character. The outcomes of the study not only portray Julia Alvarez’s philosophy and attitude regarding multilingualism, but also show Yolanda’s unique traits, struggles, confusion, liminality, and linguistic position in the world of the novel.
Behind the Curtain: Patients' Perceptions, Treatment Expectations and Behavior in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Self-management
Authors: Klinovszky Andrea , Buzás Norbert , Sallay Viola , Lengyel Csaba , Papp-Zipernovszky Orsolya
Published: January 2024

Objectives: The objectives of this qualitative study were to understand patients' diabetes perceptions and treatment experiences, and to explore the most common behavioral aspects related to Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) self-management. Methods: We included 50 insulin-treated
T2DM patients in the study. The semi-structured interview texts were analyzed using thematic analysis. The interview questions were organized around 3 major groups of questions focusing on the history of the disease, the current treatment regimen, and the ecological context of the treatment.
Results: According to the results of our qualitative analysis, the emotional correlates dominated a significant proportion of responses of insulin-treated T2DM patients. Moreover, we stated that exploring and understanding diabetes-specific coping strategies, attitudes to insulin therapy,
patients' treatment satisfaction and openness to new insulin delivery technologies are essential for providing professional support in diabetes treatment. Conclusion: The therapeutic behavior of insulin- treated T2DM patients is determined by the patients' emotional engagement with
diabetes and treatment, and the effectiveness of the given diabetes-specific methods for coping with treatment-related difficulties.
Influencing Factors of Professional Identity, Health Behavior and their Correlation with Job Burnout in Nursing Staffs in Pension Institution
Authors: Zhang Zhuonan , Li Yixuan
Published: January 2024

Objectives: In this study, we investigated factors impacting nurses' professional identity in elderly care institutions and their connection to occupational burnout. Methods: Using convenience sampling, 394 nurses from local elderly care facilities were surveyed from May
2022 to May 2023. The Elderly Nurses' Professional Identity Scale, Occupational Burnout Scale, and Health Behavior Scale were employed. Single-factor and multiple-factor logistic regression analyses identified risk factors influencing professional identity. Results: Results revealed
a negative correlation (r = -0.392, p < .05) between professional identity and occupational burnout. We found statistically significant differences with respect to age, education, income, working hours, number of elderly cared for, family support, and professional qualification (p <
.05). Multiple-factor regression showed that age ≥ 40 years, income ≤ 3000 yuan, working >10 hours, caring for >10 elderly individuals, and lack of family support were independent risk factors (OR = 0.608, 2.494, 0.555, 0.630, 2.638, p < 0.05) influencing professional identity.
Additionally, nurses' health behavior was linked to occupational burnout.Conclusion: Nurses in elderly care institutions face low professional identity, which negatively correlates with occupational burnout. Factors such as advanced age, low income, high workload, and insufficient
family support contribute to this. Moreover, nurses' health behavior significantly affects their burnout levels.
A Preliminary Study on Constructing A CognitiveLinguistic Evaluation System Model
Authors: Zhou Yu , Tang Juxian , Shang Yaru , Cheng Wenwen , Kang Zihao , Li Jiangxuan , Chen Zhuoming , Xiao Duan
Published: January 2024

Objectives: This study evaluated a cognitive–linguistic evaluation system model that uses computer algorithms to quickly and easily identify patients with linguistic and cognitive impairment. Methods: A language cognition assessment system for rapid screening was
developed to determine the factors to be included. Topics, selection rules, and termination principles were adjusted and optimized. To establish the language cognition assessment system, the clinical assessment samples were compared with common scales for missing score dimensions. To establish
the assignment model, linear regression analysis was conducted and dimensionality reduction data were employed. Results: A total of 12 dimensions and 360 questions were finally included in the system, which would take approximately 15 minutes for the subjects to complete the language
cognitive assessment. Based on the clinical sample, the system was assigned a composite score of (0.94*spontaneous expression + 0.9*orientation + 0.88*memory + 0.88*retelling + 0.89*reading + 0.83*delayed recall + 0.91*picture naming + 0.93*calculation + 0.83*reasoning + 0.88*listening recognition
+ 0.85*hearing whether + 0.85*attention)*100/1026.Conclusion: A computer-based evaluation model for cognitive–linguistic impairment can be used to perform a rapid assessment of self-linguistic cognitive impairment in the elderly. Our findings may serve as evidence to establish
the assessment criteria specific to cognitive–linguistic impairment.
Pengaruh Budaya Organisasi dan Motivasi melalui Kepuasan Kerja terhadap Kinerja Karyawan PT. Dunia Barusa Meulaboh
Authors: Anjeli Ainon , Setiyana Rusma , Jalil Ivon , Rusdi
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini mengeksplorasi keterkaitan budaya organisasi, motivasi, kepuasan kerja, dan kinerja karyawan di PT. Dunia Barusa Meulaboh, menghadapi tantangan industri otomotif yang kompetitif. Temuan penelitian sebelumnya menunjukkan bahwa budaya organisasi, motivasi, dan kepuasan kerja memengaruhi kinerja karyawan. Faktor internal seperti persaingan dan target penjualan tinggi mempengaruhi motivasi dan kepuasan kerja sales force Toyota. Perubahan kebijakan perusahaan dan dinamika industri otomotif juga berdampak pada kinerja sales force. Studi ini diharapkan memberikan wawasan bagi PT. Dunia Barusa Meulaboh untuk meningkatkan kinerja karyawan dalam lingkungan industri yang kompetitif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa budaya organisasi yang sejalan dengan nilai individu meningkatkan kepuasan kerja, dan budaya yang mendukung kreativitas berkontribusi pada kepuasan kerja. Kepuasan kerja, dalam hal ini, memengaruhi kinerja dengan meningkatkan komitmen dan produktivitas. Motivasi, terkait dengan kepuasan kerja, memberikan dampak positif pada kinerja melalui pemenuhan hierarki kebutuhan Maslow dan teori harapan. Faktor organisasi lainnya juga berperan dalam hubungan motivasi dan kinerja.
Validation of Psychometric Instrumentswith Classical Test Theory in Social and Health Sciences: A practical guide
Authors: López-Pina Jose-Antonio , Veas Alejandro
Published: January 2024

In recent years there has been a significant rise in the number of psychometric studies, together with crucial statistical advances for validity and reliability measures. Given the importance of providing accurate procedures both in methodology and score interpretation of tests and/or measurement scales, the editors-in-chief of the journal Annals of Psychology have drafted this guide to address the most relevant issues in the field of applied psychometry. To this end, the present manuscript analyses the main topics under the Classical Test Theory framework (e.g., exploratory/confirmatory factor analysis; reliability, validity, bias, etc.) aiming to synthesize and clarify the best practical applications, and improve publication standards.

Recientemente se ha incrementado significativamente el número de estudios psicométricos junto a avances estadísticos cruciales para evaluar la fiabilidad y validez de los tests. Dada la importancia de proporcionar procedimientos más exactos tanto en la metodología como en la interpretación de las puntuaciones, los editores de la revista Anales de Psicología proponen esta guía para abordar los tópicos más relevantes en el campo de la psicometría aplicada. Con esta finalidad, el presente manuscrito analiza los tópicos principales de la Teoría Clásica de Tests (e.g., análisis factorial exploratorio/confirmatorio, fiabilidad, validez, sesgo, etc.) con vistas a sintetizar y clarificar las aplicaciones prácticas, y mejorar los estándares de publicación de estos trabajos.
Agua, Agricultura y Antropología: la organización social de los sistemas de riego y su estudio en Argentina
Authors: Riera Constanza
Published: January 2024

El agua siempre ha sido un objeto de la antropología, especialmente dentro del campo de estudios de la Ecología Cultural y la Antropología del Desarrollo. A partir de Siglo XXI las cuestiones relacionadas a este elemento adquirieron creciente relevancia cuando los organismos internacionales postularon la inminencia de una Crisis Hídrica Global, aún más incierta por los efectos del Cambio Climático. Dado que la mayor proporción de agua dulce del planeta se destina a la agricultura, en la agenda de las problemáticas hídricas se destaca el uso del agua para riego. Para la antropología, en especial desde mediados del Siglo XX, la investigación sobre dichos sistemas ha revestido importancia tanto teórica como práctica por las implicancias que los mismos tienen para la organización social. A partir de una revisión bibliográfica, el objetivo de este artículo es presentar una síntesis de cómo ha tratado la antropología social las cuestiones vinculadas al riego y argumentar qué es lo que ella tiene para aportar a su estudio. En tercer lugar, se presenta un repaso de los estudios sociales sobre riego en Argentina con el objetivo de trazar un esquema general de la situación actual de este campo en el país. Como resultado se observa una amplia hegemonía del enfoque neo-institucional y del paradigma de la GIRH, liderado por ingenieros agrónomos y economistas de los recursos, dejando de lado otras posibles aproximaciones que enriquecerían la profundidad de los análisis para entender a estos sistemas como parte integral de la organización social.
La enseñanza del patrimonio en la Italia meridional (Agrigento): la percepción de los docentes
Authors: Cimino Alfonso , Sánchez Ibáñez Raquel
Published: January 2024

Este artículo surge de la necesidad de comprender y analizar cómo se enseña el patrimonio en los centros de enseñanza secundaria en Italia. El objetivo de la investigación es el diagnóstico educativo y la metodología aplicada es cuantitativa, basada en la cumplimentación de un cuestionario a docentes en activo. Esta herramienta de recogida de información se diseñó y validó teniendo en cuenta el objetivo de este estudio. Se trata de un estudio no probabilístico basado en una muestra de conveniencia (n=122) de profesores que imparten o han impartido la asignatura de Historia en la región de Agrigento (sur de Italia) en la escuela secundaria, durante el curso académico 2020/2021.
Los análisis descriptivos e inferenciales realizados muestran que la enseñanza del patrimonio en la región de Agrigento (Sicilia) es tradicional y se basa en el libro de texto y la lección magistral. El uso de estrategias y recursos más innovadores y activos es más frecuente en las mujeres y en los docentes del grupo de edad comprendido entre los 31 y 40 años. Se concluye que es necesario mejorar la formación metodológica de los profesores, para garantizar una enseñanza del patrimonio más activa e innovadora.
Value and Education-Cultural Dilemma of Human Resources Development for Local Residency in the Yoon Sukyeol Government's Local Era Plan and Special Education Development Zone System
Authors:   Society of culture convergence, Lim Young
Published: January 2024

Since the beginning of the 21st century, Korea has come up with many policies and used the budget to realize decentralization and balanced national development. However, as of 2023, the concentration of population in the metropolitan area and the hollowing out of the non-metropolitan area have resulted, and the Yoon Sukyeol government has established a comprehensive plan for the local era that integrates the two major policy concepts. This paper critically diagnoses the government's comprehensive plan for the local era and the special educational development zone system, emphasizing the timely value of fostering local resident-type talents, which is the main goal of the policy, and argues that the task of improving Korea's educational culture should be added. To this end, the background and meaning of the Yoon Suk Yeoln government's introduction of the 'First Comprehensive Plan for the Local Era' are examined, and the special education development zone system and the regional innovation university support system are compared. It points out the practice that has been disconnected from elementary and secondary schools, just as the academic administration and policies of local universities did not meet the actual demand of local industries due to the university ranking culture that has been overemphasized in the process. In the conclusion, it emphasizes the timely value of this system and presents it as a task that at the same time should include the education-cultural dilemma in the planning stage. This study is an attempt to combine cultural and historical perspectives with existing educational administration and policy considerations, and it is significant in illuminating the direction of national projects that are expected to invest a huge budget.
Syntax in transition
Authors: Mettovaara Jukka
Published: January 2024

This paper is an investigation of a language contact phenomenon currently taking place in Aanaar (Inari) Saami, an indigenous minority language of Finland. Aanaar Saami people have been in contact with Finnish speakers for centuries, so much so that the language community has become bilingual. This has resulted in the borrowing of both numerous Finnish loanwords and even some syntactic constructions into Aanaar Saami and seems to herald a larger change in the language. The present study focuses on a type of syntactic change called differential argument marking, which is examined in three Aanaar Saami clause types: transitive clauses, existential clauses, and passive verb clauses. Finnish exhibits complex argument marking, characterized by a total–partial distinction, whereas traditional Aanaar Saami does not have differential argument marking in subjects or objects. However, new Aanaar Saami shows multiple emergent types of differential argument marking that vary between individual speakers and, while clearly influenced by Finnish, do not always mirror their Finnish equivalents one-to-one. This, and the observation that differential argument marking is non-existent in older language materials, suggests that the phenomenon is recentFinnish influence.
Reading Easy Language texts written by public authorities
Authors: Frondén Carina , Kaakinen Johanna
Published: January 2024

Previous research has shown that word length, frequency and word repetition influence word reading times (Rayner 1998; 2009). Guidelines for Easy Language advise writers to use frequent and short words, and to repeat words instead of using synonyms. However, some of these guidelines are based on research that has been misinterpreted, simplified, or is outdated (Wengelin 2015), and studies focusing on effects of word length, frequency and word repetition among adult readers in the Easy Swedish target group are lacking. This eye-tracking study investigated the reading of Easy Language texts written by public authorities, as well as the effects of word length, frequency, and word repetition on readers in a day centre for people with intellectual disabilities. The results showed significant effects for word length and frequency in all readers. In addition, the effects were significantly greater in the target group than in the control group. The effects for word repetition were not as clear, affecting only one of the reading measures. Furthermore, the study revealed poor comprehension rates in the target group, i.e., when asked, they were not able to reproduce the main contents of the texts. The significantly greater effects of word length and frequency suggest that the related Easy Language guidelines are valid for this group of readers. The poor comprehension rates indicate that the texts were too difficult for these readers.
Towards a typology of demonstrative verbs
Authors: Killian Don , Gruzdeva Ekaterina
Published: January 2024

Demonstratives have traditionally been recognized as a semantic category in which different members are classified as belonging to certain lexical or syntactic categories. Current research suggests there are at least 7 different distinct lexical categories: determiners, pronouns, adverbs, non-verbal predicators, verbs, adpositions, and articles. This study looks at one of the aforementioned category of demonstratives, demonstrative verbs, based on a sample of 101 languages with demonstrative verbs out of a total of 1182 languages examined. We present a typological classification of demonstrative verbs based on semantics, an exploration on the morphosyntactic properties of demonstrative verbs and their use in different pragmatic functions, and vast illustrative data in support of our analysis.
Mesothelioma of the tunica vaginalis testis
Authors: Højsager Katia Damsgaard , Kobberø Hanne , Santoni-Rugiu Eric , Land Lotte Holm , Sørensen Jens Benn
Published: January 2024

Mesothelioma of the tunica vaginalis testis (MTVT) is a rare tumour and a cause of hydrocele. This case report concerns a 26-year-old male with hydrocele treated with left hydrocelectomy. Histopathology revealed MTVT, and left radical orchiectomy was performed followed by chemotherapy. Fluorescence in situ hybridization, DNA and RNA next-generation sequencing showed no mesothelioma-associated tumour suppressor gene mutations, but deletion of CDKN2A and a rare TFG-ADGRG7 fusion both reported in pleural mesotheliomas, were detected. Clinicians should consider malignancy in case of discrepancy between symptoms and objective findings in scrotal conditions.
Peran Dan Fungsi Influencer Di Media Sosial
Authors: Fauzi Achmand , Saing Bungaran , Nazira Nawfa Ayu , Putri Salsabila Aninda , Pangeswati Saron  Okavia , Nurhasanah Shandra Dewi , Maharani Suci , Theresia
Published: January 2024

Abstrak : Era digital saat ini, strategi pemasaran telah menggunakan sosial media sebagai media penjualan produk. Penelitian ini menghasilkan salah satu cara terbaik menggunakan media sosial adalah sebagai cara untuk mempromosikan produk menggunakan peran para influencer untuk mendatangkan atau menarik pelanggan. Media sosial juga dapat digunakan untuk mengumpulkan informasi dan ulasan tentang barang atau jasa yang akan dijual, menarik minat dan respons pelanggan sebelum mereka memutuskan untuk membeli barang atau jasa tersebut.
Tujuan : Untuk mengetahui peran dan fungsi influencer dalam meningkatkan penjualan produk melalui platform sosial media.
Metodologi : Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode literature review.
Hasil penelitian : Salah satu cara terbaik mengguanakan media sosial adalah sebagai cara untuk mempromosikan produk menggunakan peran para influencer untuk mendatangkan atau menarik pelanggan.
DETERMINANTES DO INVESTIMENTO PRIVADO NO NORDESTE: UMA ABORDAGEM KALECKIANA
Authors: Ferreira Assuéro
Published: January 2024

Estuda os determinados do investimento privado no Nordeste brasileiro utilizando-se de um modelo formulado na tradição kaleckiana. A principal conclusão é de que a trajetória temporal do investimento segue um padrão de estabilidade dinâmica cuja tendências de longo prazo é dominada pelos incentivos fiscais 34/18-FINOR e pelo investimento governamental. Nessas circunstâncias, torna-se crucial, para a continuidade do crescimento sustentado da economia nordestina, o papel efetivo dos gastos públicos tanto na forma de incentivos fiscais quanto de gastos em investimentos. Isto se opõe de forma decisiva às teses neoliberais em voga, na medida em que preconizam reduções do gasto públicos tanto em inversões quanto na forma de incentivos fiscais destinados a induzir o desenvolvimento econômico.
HOTELARIA DO NORDESTE: NO ESPELHO DA GLOBALIZAÇÃO
Authors: Paiva Maria das Graças de Menezes Venâncio , Cavalcanti Keila Brandão , Souza Tereza de
Published: January 2024

Focaliza a internacionalização do capital no turismo e na hotelaria, e a trajetória da hotelaria no Nordeste, abordando a tecnologia organizando e hoteleira, detendo-se na Qualidade Total.  No momento, a compreensão da hotelaria da Região Nordeste não pode ser abstraída do contexto do expansionismo do capital no turismo, e especificamente na hotelaria, refletindo-se nas modificações nos espaços econômicos. Essa dinâmica não se reproduz apenas em nível macro. Em nível micro, ela determina novas formas de gestão intra-organizacional, acarretando inclusive transformações no mercado de trabalho.
PADRÕES DE CONVERGÊNCIA DA PRODUTIVIDADE DO TRABALHO ENTRE ESTADOS BRASILEIROS: UMA ANÁLISE DESAGREGADA PARA A INDÚSTRIA DE TRANSFORMAÇÃO
Authors: Almeida Manoel Bosco de , Castelar Luiz Ivan de Melo , Carvalho Júnior José Raimundo de Araújo , França João Mário Santos de
Published: January 2024

Investiga a possibilidade da existência de um processo de convergência da produtividade do trabalho na indústria de transformação brasileira utilizando metodologia derivada do modelo de crescimento de BARRO & SALA-I-MARTIN (1990). A constatação de β-convergência e σ-convergência apenas para a indústria de transformação e para os gêneros de Minerais-não Metálicos, Produtos Alimentares, Bebidas e Editorial e Gráfico indica que o processo de desenvolvimento industrial não segue necessariamente uma trajetória de longo prazo de diminuição das disparidades de produtividade entre estados de um dado setor ou gênero industrial. Com o objetivo de aprofundar a análise e esclarecer aspectos obscurecidos pela estrutura algébrica do modelo de BARRO & SALA-I-MARTIN (1990), procedeu-se a uma visualização da dinâmica transicional das produtividades, metodologia proposta por QUAH (1996). Descobre-se que, mesmo nos setores ou gêneros onde houve β-convergência e σ-convergência, há um padrão quase invariável de formação de clusters ou clubes de convergência, indicando uma trajetória complexa de desenvolvimento industrial onde intraclusters e divergência interclusters coexistem.
Machine Learning for Social and Health Sciences in R
Authors: Grimm Kevin
Published: January 2024

This workshop, 'Introduction to Machine Learning with R', led by Kevin Grimm from Arizona State University, is designed to equip PhD students, professors, and professional researchers with the skills to apply machine learning techniques in their respective fields. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of machine learning concepts, techniques, and their application using R, enhancing their ability to analyze complex data, make accurate predictions, and connect with other professionals in their field.
Large Language Models: AI Foundations and Applications in Python
Authors: Prasad Jayanti
Published: January 2024

This 5-day workshop provides a comprehensive understanding of large language models, their AI foundations, and applications in Python. Designed for PhD students, professors, and professional researchers, the seminar offers hands-on coding sessions, case studies, and discussions on the future of large language models in academic research.
Secondary Data in Mixed Methods Research
Authors: Watkins Daphne C.
Published: January 2024

The ability to effectively utilize secondary data in mixed methods research is becoming increasingly important. This two-day workshop, led by Daphne C. Watkins, is designed to equip PhD students, professors, and professional researchers with the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate this complex landscape. An official Instats certificate of completion is provided at the conclusion of the seminar.
Machine Learning: Foundations and Applications in Python
Authors: Prasad Jayanti
Published: January 2024

This workshops will equip researchers and PhD students across various fields with the skills needed to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of machine learning. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of machine learning, its applications, practical experience with Python, and insights into the ethical implications and future trends in the field. An official Instats certificate of completion and 2 ETCS Equivalent points are provided at the workshop's conclusion.
Harnessing MAXQDA for Qualitative and Mixed-Methods Data Analysis
Authors: Silver Christina
Published: January 2024

This seminar introduces you to harnessing MAXQDA to accomplish qualitative and mixed-methods analysis. Led by Christina Silver, an expert in the field, the seminar illustrates the use of software tools as described in the CAQDAS pedagogy, the Five-Level QDA method, providing a theoretical understanding of the role of MAXQDA in the analysis process, and practical experience of using it to accomplish a variety of analytic tasks. You will be guided through the typical phases of an analysis and how they can be facilitated through the creative and systematic use of MAXQDA. At the conclusion of the seminar an official Instats certificate of completion is provided along with 1 ECTS Equivalent point.
Contemporary Mixed Methods Research
Authors: Creamer Elizabeth
Published: January 2024

This 3-day seminar offers a comprehensive understanding of mixed methods research, focusing on its integration and theoretical approach. Participants will acquire skills such as crafting a mixed methods purpose statement, creating diverse visual displays that combine data from various sources, and designing a procedural diagram that shows the integration points in the research process. The seminar is based on the seminar leader's two textbooks on mixed methods, and each day ends with a chance to win a complimentary copy of one of these books. An official Instats certificate of completion will be provided along with 2 ECTS Equivalent points.
Harnessing NVivo for Qualitative and Mixed-Methods Research
Authors: Silver Christina
Published: January 2024

This 12-part seminar introduces you to harnessing NVivo to accomplish qualitative and mixed-methods analysis. The seminar follows the principles of ensuring analytic strategies drive the use of software tools as described in the CAQDAS pedagogy, the Five-Level QDA method, providing both theoretical understandings of the role of software like NVivo in the analysis process, and practical experience with operating NVivo to accomplish a variety of analytic tasks. You will be guided through the typical phases of an analysis and how they can be facilitated through the creative and systematic use of NVivo. An official Instats certificate of completion is provided and 2 ECTS Equivalent points are offered for European PhD students.
Introduction to Path Analysis, CFA, and SEM in Mplus (Free 1-hour Seminar)
Authors: Zyphur Michael
Published: January 2024

This seminar provides an introduction to path analysis, CFA, and SEM - advanced statistical methods used in academic research. Participants will gain theoretical knowledge and practical experience applying these methods in Mplus, enhancing their research capabilities and competitiveness in the academic job market. At the conclusion of the seminar an official Instats certificate of completion is provided.
Using ChatGPT for Academic Publishing
Authors: Fariborzi Hadi , Steel Piers
Published: January 2024

Explore the power of AI-driven tools in this workshop, designed for researchers and PhD students seeking to improve and increase their scholarly outputs. Through hands-on exercises and interactive discussion, participants will learn how to harness the power of ChatGPT to automate literature searches, paper drafting and editing, and responding to reviewers during the R&R process. An official Instats certificate of completion is provided and offers 2 ECTS Equivalent points.
Information-Theoretic Modeling and Inference: Theory and Practice
Authors: Golan Amos
Published: January 2024

Info-metrics is a framework for rational inference based on insufficient and imperfect information. This workshop explores the use and application of Information-Theoretic Modeling and Inference in a variety of scientific fields, emphasizing the use of info-metrics for solving complex, uncertain problems that traditional methods struggle with, and includes practical sessions with software experiments. Aimed at a wide range of researchers, the workshop offers deep theoretical insights and practical skills, enhancing participants' research capabilities and competitiveness in the research landscape.
Multilevel Modeling and Multilevel SEM in Mplus
Authors: Zyphur Michael
Published: January 2024

This seminar introduces the Mplus multilevel latent variable modeling framework and describes multilevel variance/effect decomposition, random/fixed effects (including random slopes), and then proceeds to explore multilevel path analysis, multilevel CFA including multilevel bi-factor models, and multilevel SEM. Topics include ways to handle strong correlations at the between-group level, indirect effects (multilevel mediation), interaction effects (multilevel moderation), and conditional indirect effects (multilevel moderated mediation). An official Instats certificate of completion and 2 ECTS Equivalent points are provided at the conclusion of the seminar.
Qualitative Research: Doing Better Constructionist Data Analysis
Authors: Silverman David
Published: January 2024

Constructionist qualitative research, with its focus on behaviour, can access phenomena unavailable to surveys and big-data sets, making it a highly credible form of research. In this seminar you will learn how to analyse interviews as interactive events, find sequences in your data, and induce theories as a result of your qualitative data analysis. An official Instats certificate of completion and 2 ECTS Equivalent points are provided at the conclusion of the seminar.
Using ChatGPT for Advanced Data Analysis
Authors: Gruber Peter
Published: January 2024

This workshop teaches researchers, from PhD students to professors, how to use ChatGPT and its Advanced Data Analytics tool for statistical analysis without writing a line of code or even knowing how to use a statistics program. The seminar covers a range of topics from data preparation and descriptive statistics to regression analysis, advanced statistical tests and visualisation. Special emphasis is placed on understanding the workings and limits of AI models such as ChatGPT and reflecting on its implications for data analysis.
Using Generative AI for Qualitative Analysis
Authors: Silver Christina
Published: January 2024

This comprehensive workshop is aimed at equipping researchers with the skills to utilize AI appropriately in their qualitative analysis. Covering a range of topics from understanding AI software tools to ethical considerations and troubleshooting, this seminar provides a unique opportunity to enhance research capabilities and gain a competitive edge in the academic field.
Integration in Mixed Methods Research: Principles and Practices
Authors: Fabregues Sergi
Published: January 2024

The integration of quantitative and qualitative components is the most challenging part of a mixed methods study, and therefore integration procedures and strategies are crucial for authors to obtain the maximum added value from their mixed methods studies. This one-day seminar focuses on the principles and practice of integration in mixed methods research. At the conclusion of the seminar an official Instats completion is provided, along with 1 ECTS Equivalent point.
Using ChatGPT for Systematic Literature Reviews
Authors: Fariborzi Hadi , Steel Piers
Published: January 2024

This workshop is designed to equip PhD students, professors, and professional researchers with the skills to leverage AI for systematic literature reviews. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of AI and its applications in academic research, learn how to use ChatGPT, OpenAI, Python, and HubMeta for systematic reviews, and develop strategies for integrating AI into their current research methodology. An official Instats certificate of completion and 2 ECTS Equivalent points are provided at the conclusion of the seminar.
Using ChatGPT for Advanced Data Analysis 2.0
Authors: Gruber Peter
Published: January 2024

This 2-day workshop (specifically tailored for the Australian/Asian and US West coast time zones) is aimed at non-statisticians who have to perform data analysis in their work or research. It teaches how to use ChatGPT for statistical analysis without having to know a statistics program or writing a single line of code. The seminar covers a range of topics from data preparation and descriptive statistics to regression analysis, advanced statistical tests and visualisation. Special emphasis is placed on understanding the workings and limits of AI models such as ChatGPT and reflecting on its implications for data analysis.
Using ChatGPT for Dissertations and Theses
Authors: Fariborzi Hadi , Steel Piers
Published: January 2024

This comprehensive seminar is designed to equip PhD students and research-oriented masters students with the skills to leverage advanced AI tools like ChatGPT in their academic research. The seminar covers a range of topics including the role of AI in literature reviews, data collection and analysis, data interpretation, and practical applications of these tools for drafting dissertations and theses, alongside ethical considerations of using AI in research. An official Instats certificate of completion and 2 ECTS Equivalent points are provided at the conclusion of the seminar.
Machine Learning and AI for Researchers in R
Authors: Cerulli Giovanni
Published: January 2024

This seminar is an introduction to Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence methods for the social, economic, and health sciences using R. After introducing the subject, the seminar will cover the following methods: (i) model selection and regularization (Lasso, Ridge, Elastic-net, and subset-selection models); (ii) discriminant analysis and nearest-neighbor classification; and (iii) artificial neural networks. The course will offer various instructional examples using real datasets in R. An Instats certificate of completion is provided at the end of the seminar, and 2 ECTS equivalent points are offered.
A Gentle Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Authors: Vilalta Ricardo
Published: January 2024

This workshop offers a comprehensive overview of AI, hands-on applications, and its relevance in academic research, with discussions on ethical considerations and future trends in AI. The workshop is designed for PhD students, professors, and professional researchers. An official Instats certificate of completion and 2 ECTS equivalent points are provided at the conclusion.
Applied Longitudinal Data Analysis
Authors: Ferrer Emilio
Published: January 2024

This comprehensive 3-day workshop is designed to equip researchers with the skills to effectively analyze longitudinal data with classic and advanced modeling techniques. The seminar covers a range of topics from understanding the importance of longitudinal data, handling missing data, modeling growth over time, to practical sessions on applying learned techniques using real-world data, with an official Instats certificate of completion provided at the conclusion. An official Instats certificate of completion and 2 ECTS Equivalent points are provided at the conclusion of the seminar.
Using ChatGPT for Efficient Data Analysis with R
Authors: Gruber Peter
Published: January 2024

This workshop provides a 21st-century introduction to Statistical Analysis with R and ChatGPT. Participants will learn how to harness the power of AI and how to optimally collaborate with ChatGPT for greatly simplifying the process of working with and analyzing data in R. Write R programs faster and find errors more efficiently. An official Instats certificate of completion is provided at the conclusion of the seminar along with 2 ECTS Equivalent points.
Credible Qualitative Research
Authors: Silverman David
Published: January 2024

Qualitative research is often judged as if it were quantitative, with various critiques such as small sample sizes that can lead to the critique that it is not credible. This seminar offers a way to conceptualise and maximise the credibility of qualitative research in the context of a world that increasingly favours quantitative studies. The seminar is relevant to PhD students and post-PhD researchers who want to do qualitative research and to write it up rigorously and effectively. An official Instats certificate of completion is provided at the conclusion of the seminar. The seminar offers 2 ECTS Equivalent points for European PhD students.
Beyond methods: Theoretical underpinnings of triangulation in qualitative and multi-method studies: A literature review
Authors: Vivek Ramakrishnan , Nanthagopan Yogarajah , Piriyatharshan Sarmatha
Published: January 2024

This scientific study explores the concept of the “triangulation approach” in the methodology of social scientific research. Triangulation represents an innovative method, particularly within the realms of qualitative and multimethod research. Scholars in the field of social sciences have recently shown a keen interest in employing the triangulation approach, especially for conducting profound inquiries using multiple queries. However, this method encounters criticism and misunderstandings among social researchers regarding its essence, application methodology, and the credibility of the obtained results. Consequently, this article meticulously analyses the essence of triangulation, elucidates the various forms of this approach, and explores its potential applications in the social sciences. The research methodology is grounded in a systematic literature review, encompassing 31 articles published in scientific journals. The article critically examines publications related to triangulation, unveils diverse methods of employing triangulation in social sciences, and underscores the advantages and limitations of its application. The theoretical contribution of the article lies in unveiling the essence of the triangulation approach and its interconnection with qualitative and multimethod research. Moreover, the empirical component of the study significantly enhances the methodological aspect of social sciences, fostering a thorough understanding and application of the triangulation approach among scholars in the field
Digital applications as tools for psychological adaptation of citizens to changes
Authors: Ronzhes Olena
Published: January 2024

As a result of the military aggression of the russian federation on the territory of Ukraine, citizens experience acute stress, other mental and emotional burdens, and psychological disorders. Digital technologies can serve as a tool to improve mental health and provide psychological support to citizens, especially for those who find it difficult to access a psychotherapist in direct contact, through the development of applications for psychological adaptation and mental balance support. The purpose of the work was to determine the availability and optimal content of mobile applications for mental health and psychological balance of citizens of Ukraine. A search and analysis of available solutions from the E-Mental-Health category (digital services for mental health) in Ukraine and other countries was conducted. An empirical study of their functions was carried out and a proposal of optimal content for mobile applications was formed as auxiliary tools for working with a specialist psychotherapist or for psychological assistance to citizens during martial law. To determine the need for such applications, a survey “My psychological state in evacuation” was conducted among respondents who are outside the country. In order to determine the most important functions among the list of the created proposal of the optimal content of the application according to the opinion of citizens, an online survey “Ukrainians and digital services” was conducted. It was mainly attended by young people who remained in the country during the military aggression. On the basis of the obtained results, the need of Ukrainian citizens, both those who remained in the country during hostilities and those who are evacuated in other countries, for mobile applications for mental health and psychological assistance to Ukrainians was empirically substantiated. Recommendations have been provided regarding the necessary features of such an application, which can be considered as a project specification for the creation or enhancement of a multifunctional E-Mental-Health app
PENERAPAN METODE PUMPING TEACHER UNTUK MEMOTIVASI BELAJAR SISWA PADA PEMBELAJARAN PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM DI SMP NEGERI STAP 7 TANJUNG JABUNG TIMUR
Authors: Mat Zukri
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini di latarbelakangi dari observasi awal peneliti di Sekolah Menengah Pertama Negeri STAP 7 Tanjung Jabung Timur tentang penerapan metode pumping teacher untuk  memotivasi belajar siswa pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam, metode Pumping Teacher adalah suatu usaha seorang guru sebagai yang pro aktif untuk menggali bakat potensi diri peserta didik untuk termotivasi dalam pengajaran yang dilakukannya.

Pendekatan penelitian yang penulis gunakan adalah penelitian kualitatif deskriptif. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan teknik Observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi, dengan sampel Kepala Sekolah, Guru Pendidikan Agama Islam, dan peserta didik serta melakukan pengamatan di Sekolah Menengah Pertama Negeri 9 Tanjung Jabung Timur. Teknik analisis data dilakukan dengan pengecekan keabsahan data dapat dilakukan dengan cara kreadibilitas. Kreadibilitas data adalah upaya peneliti utuk menjamin kesahihan data dengan mengkonfirmasikan data yang diperoleh pada saat pengumpulan data yaitu, Triangulasi, pemeriksaan sejawat melalui diskusi, dan ketekunan pengamatan.

Hasil dalam penelitian ini adalah, proses pembelajaran di kelas maupun di luar kelas selalu menuntut adanya motivasi dalam diri setiap siswa. Keberadaan motivasi dalam proses pembelajaran merupakan faktor penting yang akan mempengaruhi seluruh aspek-aspek belajar dan pembelajaran. Penerapan metode Pumping Teacher di SMP Negeri STAP 7 guru bukan hanya  bisa memberikan motivasi kepada siswa tetapi dapat mencetak generasi yang berkarakter. Dalam penerapannya guru memiliki kendala, yaitu: Kurangnya pemahaman dari siswa, Tidak semua siswa aktif dikarenakan kemampuan siswa yang berbeda-beda, dan Tidak ada dorongan dari orang tua terhadap siswa dan tidak ada kerjasama antar guru dan orang tua siswa. Dan guru memiliki upaya dalam menghadapi kendala dalam memotivasi siswaguru sudah membangun komunikasi yang baik antar guru dan siswa, antar guru dan orang tua; guru sudah memberikan penguatan verbal dan non verbal secara jelas kepada siswa; guru sudah menjalin hubungan emosional yang dalam terhadap siswa sehingga siswa merasa nyaman, guru memberikan penguatan-penguatan yang dapat memotivasi siswa.