bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Schulische Reintegration von Kindern und Jugendlichen mit einem Hirntumor oder einer anderen Krebserkrankung
Authors: Leiss Ulrike , Kutschera Andrea
Published: December 2021

Körperliche, emotionale und soziale (Spät)Folgen nach der Erkrankung an einem Hirntumor im Kindes- und Jugendalter können negative Auswirkungen auf die weitere Schullaufbahn haben. Entsprechend können auch Kinder und Jugendliche nach anderen Krebserkrankungen oder chronischen Erkrankungen betroffen sein, wenn etwa die notwendige medizinische Threapie ein Risiko für neuropsychologische Beeinträchtigungen mit sich bringt. Im Rahmen einer multiprofessionellen Nachsorge kommt der schulischen Reintegration daher besondere Bedeutung zu. Im folgenden Beitrag werden vielfältige Unterstützungsmöglichkeiten vorgestellt, die im Schulrecht verankert sind. Deren Einsatz sollte stets differenziert und auf die individuellen Bedürfnisse der Betroffenen abgestimmt sein. Zudem können aus dem Zusammenspiel aus Pädagogik und Neuropsychologie zahlreiche Hilfestellungen für den Schulalltag abgeleitet werden. Die Kommunikation und Vernetzung aller Beteiligten ist dabei essenziell.
Wahrnehmen, um zu gestalten
Authors: Rauscher Erwin
Published: December 2021

Michael Schratz, der Impresario des WIR, dessen Vertrauen in Schule sich im Zutrauen in ihre Lehrpersonen ausdrückt, der im Benennen des Möglichen zum Verwirklichen anstiftet, der Visionen auf ihrem Weg zur Realität begleitet und bestärkt, und mit ihm Wilfrid Schley, der eloquente Transformator für Veränderung, legen ein neues Buch für den Schreibtisch jedes*jeder Schulleiters*Schulleiterin vor, voll gespickt mit Ideen für das Gute, für Besserma­chen statt Schlechtreden, für Beziehung durch Begegnung, durch Vertrauen statt Kontrollie­ren, als Anstiftung zum Handeln im Wandel, zum Erneuern ohne Beschädigen des Alten, mit Werkzeugen als Zeugnis, voll Erfahrung durch Dialog.
Pedagogia da ameaça: Uma análise dos padrões comunicativos de socialização no WhatsApp bolsonarista
Authors: Ratier Rodrigo Pelegrini
Published: December 2021

O objetivo deste trabalho é analisar aspectos da socialização nos grupos públicos bolsonaristas no aplicativo WhatsApp. O foco são os padrões comunicativos recorrentes nesse espaço. Utilizando como material de análise mensagens textuais e visuais, animações, memes e vídeos veiculados em comunidades virtuais de apoio ao presidente Jair Bolsonaro, indica-se a existência de uma “pedagogia da ameaça”, com fluxo comunicativo centralizado, ausência de debates e nenhum espaço para o contraditório. A análise de conteúdo aponta intensa circulação de mensagens apoiadas em três padrões comunicativos fundamentais: 1- binômio amigo-inimigo, 2- apelo à emoção e 3- estratégias de desinformação. Defende-se que a plataforma virtual em tela se configura como uma mídia ideológica na acepção proposta por Thompson (1995), a de sentido a serviço do poder. Ao emular um estado de ameaça constante, o WhatsApp bolsonarista ambiciona reunir, alertar e convocar a militância para a defesa do presidente diante de perigos e intimidações.
Literatura infantil digital: leitura na tela e novas formas de socialização na escola
Authors: Vilela Rafaela
Published: December 2021

O artigoapresenta resultados de uma pesquisa de doutorado e discute a leitura contemporânea e as novas formas de socialização na escola em diálogo com a literatura infantil digital. Como a literatura infantil se apresenta na tela? Que características, recursos e funcionalidades a definem? Como as crianças leem esse dispositivo no espaço coletivo da escola? Como a leitura na tela impacta os processos de socialização na escola? Para responder as questões, foram realizadas ações propositivas a partir da leitura de nove aplicativos literários em uma escola pública federal de Educação Infantil com um grupo de crianças de 5 e 6 anos. O texto está organizado em três partes: na primeira traz considerações sobre literatura infantil digital, em seguida, apresenta instantes que abordam a leitura colaborativa de aplicativos literáriose o compartilhamento de saberesproduzidos por uma comunidade de leitores, por fim, nas considerações finais, discute a experiência de ler e de dialogar sobre o lido.

Palavras-chave:Literatura infantil digital. Educação Infantil. Comunidade de leitores.
Malaysia Moving Towards a Sustainability Municipal Waste Management
Authors: Tang Yien Yu , Tang Kuok Ho Daniel , Maharjan Amit Kumar , Abdul Aziz Azrina , Bunrith Seng
Published: December 2021

The elevation of waste generation subsequent to population growth has become a severe environmental topic in Malaysia. Since most of the waste is being dumped into a landfill, the open dumpsite, or unsanitary landfills which are not constructed with proper engineering plan, severe impacts on the environment result. The energy demand in Malaysia increased with the growing population, but reliance on fossil fuels to generate electricity has created another greenhouse gas contributor. Alternatively, waste-to-energy technology solves the problem of increasing waste by converting the waste to a renewable energy source. Malaysia has moved towards landfill gas recovery system and incineration for waste energy recovery. The recovery system and refuse-derived fuel plant achieved expectation; however, the incineration plants have failed due to the opposition of the public, lack of funding and technician expertise, and other technical issues. The solid waste management practices lacking separation and recycling sources, become an obstacle for development. The government puts effort into solving the current issue by promoting recycling in the public, enforcing the legislation, and approaching new technologies for better solid waste management practice in the future. This paper aims to discuss the application of energy recovery from municipal solid waste in Malaysia.
Encuesta sobre las opiniones en torno a la ley de interrupción voluntaria del embarazo en profesionales de Salud Mental en Argentina
Authors: Tenconi Juan Cristóbal , Cesoni Maximiliano , Lagos Mariana , Peskin Viviana A.
Published: December 2021

El objetivo de esta investigación es conocer las opiniones de los profesionales de la Salud Mental en Argentina sobre la interrupción del embarazo en el contexto del debate parlamentario sobre esta temática. Con este fin, el equipo de investigación diseñó una encuesta que fue aplicada entre profesionales de la salud mental en el XXXIII Congreso Argentino de Psiquiatría de APSA. Resultados: El 91,8% de los encuestados manifestaron estar informados sobre la actual discusión legislativa de la ley de interrupción voluntaria del embarazo. El 83,5% de los profesionales que respondieron la encuesta está de acuerdo con la despenalización del aborto. Conclusiones: Dado que las consecuencias de un cambio de legislación tendrán un impacto en la salud de la población, nos parece que los resultados obtenidos deberían sumarse al debate actual.
estigma en psiquiatría: un repaso desde sus antecedentes, a su actualidad
Authors: Ferraro Juan Manuel
Published: December 2021

La Organización Mundial de la Salud estimaba que, al 2001, 450 millones de personas padecían algún trastorno mental. Pero de todas ellas, sólo una pequeña minoría recibía tratamiento, en parte debido al estigma. Es por eso que en su informe insta a la realización de campañas de educación respecto a la temática del estigma, y a su combate. El presente artículo lo que intenta es un abordaje histórico del estigma que busque dar cuenta de sus inicios, su transcurrir, y su actualidad. De todo ello desprendemos algunas reflexiones al respecto que buscamos que nos expliquen su naturaleza, y así un posible camino para comenzar a desmontarlo. Vemos en el desarrollo cómo estuvo presente para con la locura desde antes del nacimiento de la psiquiatría, y cómo con este advenimiento se pudo aportar las luces del conocimiento que redujeran el oscurantismo del periodo pre-médico. Vemos en la actualidad cómo sigue vigente, expresándose en comentarios del día a día, e incluso en algunas expresiones que se suponen artísticas. La pregunta que aparece en todo momento es: ¿cómo salir del estado actual? Esperamos que nuestro trabajo nos aporte algún atisbo de respuesta.
A sustentabilidade no gerenciamento de resíduos sólidos urbanos: um estudo em restaurantes no município de Irati, PR
Authors: Massuga Flavia , Doliveira Sérgio Luis Dias , Gonzaga Carlos Alberto Marçal , Soares Simone
Published: December 2021

Mudanças nos comportamentos alimentares associadas ao crescimento da alimentação fora do lar refletem o aumento da preocupação com o gerenciamento correto de resíduos sólidos gerados em restaurantes com o propósito de mitigar problemas ambientais, sociais e econômicos. A fim de elucidar essa questão, este estudo teve como objetivo principal investigar o gerenciamento e o descarte final de resíduos sólidos em restaurantes no município de Irati, PR, e sua relação com a sustentabilidade. Para tanto, optou-se pela realização de uma pesquisa descritiva com abordagem mista, conduzida por meio de estudos de casos múltiplos em dez restaurantes selecionados intencionalmente. A operacionalização ocorreu nos meses de setembro e outubro de 2019, por meio de entrevistas com os gestores, aplicação de questionários aos colaboradores e observações in loco. Além disso, foram utilizados como apoio à investigação documentos legais e regulamentares pertinentes à temática dos resíduos sólidos. Os resultados apontam a diversidade de resíduos sólidos gerados nos restaurantes e destacam a presença do óleo de cozinha e lâmpadas, sendo resíduos perigosos. Denotou-se uma gestão deficiente dos resíduos sólidos, considerando a existência de inconformidades relacionadas às fases de gerenciamento, bem como a ausência de PGRS. Além disso, são evidenciadas poucas ações vinculadas ao cumprimento das leis e regulamentos relacionados à temática, o que pode ser identificado, por exemplo, na não responsabilização pela destinação de todos os resíduos gerados e na prática limitada da logística reversa. Considerando a discussão sob a perspectiva da sustentabilidade, destacam-se pontos positivos e negativos nos três pilares, ambiental, econômico e social e denota-se uma não visualização, por parte dos restaurantes, de práticas sustentáveis como oportunidade de negócios. Deficiências são justificadas pela falta de informações, bem como pelo baixo poder de enforcement das regulamentações existentes, sendo necessárias políticas públicas direcionadas.
FATORES RELACIONADOS À NÃO AUTORIZAÇÃO DA DOAÇÃO DE ÓRGÃOS E TECIDOS JUNTO A FAMILIARES QUE RECUSARAM A DOAÇÃO
Authors: Rodrigues Simey de Lima Lopes , Boin Ilka de Fatima Santana Ferreira , Zambelli Helder Jose Lessa , Sardinha Luiz Antônio da Costa , Ataíde Elaine Cristina , Fernandes Marli Elisa Nascimento
Published: December 2021

Objetivo: Caracterizar o processo de diagnóstico de morte encefálica (ME) dos potenciais doadores (PD), compreender as condições e os momentos que as informações dos PD foram relatadas aos familiares em relação às condições clínicas dos PD, do diagnóstico de ME e da entrevista para a doação. Método: Estudo quantitativo, descritivo, exploratório e retrospectivo, com 76 potenciais doadores notificados em 2015, não efetivados devido à recusa familiar, sendo os dados obtidos por meio das informações de prontuários da Organização de Procura de Órgãos do Hospital das Clínicas da Unicamp e submetidos à análise descritiva. Resultados: Predominaram indivíduos brancos (75%), masculinos (61,8%), idade entre 20 e 60 anos (78,9%), casados (42,1%), hospitalizados nas redondezas de Campinas (47,4%), acometidos de acidente vascular encefálico (56,6%) e assistidos em unidades de terapia intensiva (77,7%) e em emergências (21,1%). O tempo de internação até o diagnóstico de morte encefálica variou de um a 29 dias, sendo 87,4% das vezes, esclarecida a morte encefálica aos familiares até 12 horas após o óbito. Quanto às entrevistas, 78,4% das famílias foram entrevistadas imediatamente após o esclarecimento da morte encefálica; somente 65,2% destas foram feitos em ambientes privados; 57,9% por profissionais que atuam na doação; 43,4% referiam-se a parente de primeiro grau. Entre os motivos para a não doação, destacaram-se: falecido que não era doador (21%), tempo prolongado para devolver o corpo para o sepultamento (19,7%), religioso (14,5%) e familiares que não acreditam em morte encefálica (13,2%). Conclusão: Verificou-se predomínio de PD em leitos intensivos, porém há ainda muitos mantidos nas emergências; a comunicação de morte foi realizada em ambientes não-privados e por profissionais não capacitados, tendo estes influenciado na incidência de não doações.
Which anthropometric measures best identify excess weight in older adults?
Authors: Assumpção Daniela de , Francisco Priscila Maria Stolses Bergamo , Borim Flávia Silva Arbex , Yassuda Monica Sanches , Neri Anita Liberalesso
Published: December 2021

OBJECTIVES: To estimate the prevalence of and factors associated with excess weight in older adults according to body mass index (BMI), waist circumference (WC) and waist-to-height ratio (WtHR), as well as to measure the differences between the prevalences estimated by WC and WtHR in relation to BMI. METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted in 2016 – 2017 with 549 older adults (72–102 years) from Campinas and Ermelino Matarazzo, two cities in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. Excess weight was defined according to cut-off points established for older adults. Multiple Poisson regression analysis was performed. RESULTS: The overweight/obesity prevalences were 47.36% (BMI), 61.38% (WC) and 65.57% (WtHR), being higher in women and in those with hypertension, diabetes, polypharmacy, and normal calf circumference. They were also higher in the youngest age strata (BMI and WC), in those with arthritis/rheumatism (BMI), and in those with slow gait (WtHR). The estimated overweight/obesity prevalences according to WC and WtHR were 29.00% and 38.00% higher, respectively, than BMI. In the multiple model, there was a higher prevalence of adiposity among diabetics and those with normal calf circumference. CONCLUSIONS: Measures of abdominal adiposity provided a better diagnosis of excess weight. We recommended that health professionals consider using WtHR in anthropometric assessment of older adults, especially regarding adiposity.
Profile of facial trauma in older adults cared for at a tertiary hospital of the Brazilian Federal District
Authors: Barbosa Matheus Almeida , Paula Daniel Saraiva de , Silva Attio Augusto Guimarães da , Souza Leonardo Paiva Marques de , Ribeiro Isabela Gomes de Sena , Rosa Everton Luis Santos da , Miranda Alexandre Franco , Gomes Lucy de Oliveira
Published: December 2021

OBJECTIVES: The phenomenon of population aging and the remarkable inclusion of older adults in the economically active population has increased their participation in injuries and accidents, including facial trauma. The purpose of this study was to analyze the prevalence, etiology, and treatment of facial trauma in the older population of the Brazilian Federal District, as well as the gender, etiology, type of trauma, and treatment strategy regarding different age groups (60–69 years, 70–79 years, and 80 years or older). METHODS: This is a retrospective quantitative descriptive study using electronic medical records (Trackcare system) of older patients (aged ≥ 60 years) assisted at the Emergency Department of a tertiary hospital of the Federal District between 2016 and 2017 due to facial trauma. RESULTS: Out of 2382 records of patients with facial trauma, 139 (5.8%) were aged over 60 years. The main causes of facial trauma were falls, both in male and female patients. Facial contusion was the main diagnosis of facial trauma (25.2%), followed by fractures of the jaw (16.5%) and zygomatic complex (15.8%). Conservative treatment was the most common strategy adopted in the Emergency Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Traumatology. CONCLUSIONS: This study showed a high prevalence of facial trauma in the geriatric population. Etiological factors such as falls and car accidents were highlighted in the studied groups. Conservative treatment and local guidelines were the preferred therapeutic approaches. Owing to the growth trend of the older population in the upcoming decades, exposure to risk factors for facial trauma tends to grow, thus requiring greater attention and specific knowledge from health professionals.
The Way Forward: Reviewing an Interior Design Curriculum in the United Arab Emirates
Authors: Zayed Isra Abu , David Solomon Arulraj
Published: December 2021

According to Dubai‘s Design and Fashion Council‘s (DDFC) Design Outlook Report 2016, the MENA region will require approximately 30,000 design graduates by the year 2019. This number is nine times the existing amount of design graduations currently produced annually (DDFC 2016). Therefore, the design education industry is continually growing and becoming very competitive. In the UAE, there are currently 11 institutes, which deliver a bachelor‘s degree in interior design. The aim of this paper is to bring forth recommendations to innovate and enhance an existing interior design program at a leading university in Dubai to set it apart from the competition. Utilizing a positivists (realism) approach to be able to determine the necessary reform required for the interior design program through the content analysis of a) relevant literature review, b) review and analysis of two program accreditation bodies, and c) reviewing two of the top five programs of interior design. An analysis of the findings was formed followed by a comparison to the existing interior design program at the selected university then resulted in three conclusions: 1. Improvement of the learning environment and the collaborative project work both within the institution and internationally. 2. Incorporate effective teaching methodology to enhance the student‘s visualization skills through converging and assimilating teaching methodologies. 3. Additional specialization courses to increase the percentage of design course output in the curriculum while additionally incorporating sustainable design within interior design program.
Performance Management in State Universities in Cameroon: An Administrator’s Perspective
Authors: Ntui Agbor Michael
Published: December 2021

This study provides an in-depth understanding of how administrators perceive the purpose and value of the performance management systems in state Universities of Cameroon; how the administrator assess the effectiveness of current performance management processes in the department; the different dimensions of how administrators perceive the impact of academic managers on their work performance; the extent to which administrators respond to the process, measure and outcomes involved in operating the performance management system. The study also analyzes what administrators think is an effective performance management system in the state Universities. The research adopted a qualitative case study approach by selecting 12 administrators from 6 state Universities with varied backgrounds in terms of years of service, seniority and gender. Data were collected through in-depth, semi- structured interviews and documentary sources. Among the major findings were that the participants found the meaning and purposes of performance management ambiguous; and that the many different processes contained within the system were perceived as fragmenting and confusing in achieving the intended outcomes. Compounding the concern was the lack of dedicated and able academics to manage the process.
School Culture and Spirituality in Workplace
Authors: Abdullah Abdul Ghani Kanesan , Ling Ying-Leh , Hassan Azians Binti Abu
Published: December 2021

This quantitative descriptive study aimed to identify the influence of school culture on spirituality in workplace. A total of 540 randomly selected teachers were selected from 36 secondary schools in Penang as respondent in the study. Data for this survey were collected through a questionnaire which was adapted from literature review (Al-Amin, 2012; Maslowski, 2001; Yaakob, 2007). The results of multiple regression analysis showed that school culture had positive and significant influence on spiritual at workplace. In term of the implications, this study showed that the leaders need to inculcate spirituality at work by creating a positive culture.
Parenting a Factor Associated with Deviancy amongst Students at Bokamoso Junior Secondary School
Authors: Motlhankane Katlego , Bulala Tapela , Motaung Masa Veronicah
Published: December 2021

The purpose of this study was to determine how parenting contributes to deviancy in school among students at Bokamoso Junior Secondary School. The study was a descriptive survey in which a questionnaire was administered to Form 2 and Form 3 students of Bokamoso Secondary School to collect data. The results were then presented using mean and standard deviation. The results showed that majority of students were male around the age of 16-20 years. The results further revealed that parental involvement has a significant influence on students being deviant, which was given by an average mean of 2.55 which is above the criterion mean of 2.50 and average standard deviation of 0.572. It was concluded that parenting is factor associated with a deviancy amongst students at Bokamoso Secondary School. It was therefore recommended that there should be a joint disciplinary council consisting of parents or guardian, teachers and school management which usually recommends on how to deal or act on certain offences depending on the gravity of offences.
Comparison between Economic Factors Influencing Development in the Association of South-East Asian Nations Regional Bloc and the East African Community
Authors: Njeru Judy , Okoth Pontian , Matanga Frank K
Published: December 2021

Regionalism in Africa has been pursued to foster economic growth and outgrowth. Despite the numerous efforts towards economic integration by the East African regional states, success has been limited. There is no comprehensive integration policy to cement the East African regional states. Although several authors have examined the influence of regionalism from various perspectives and regions, they have not addressed the EAC and the ASEAN in a comparative context. This knowledge gap motivated the current study whose specific objective was to assess the economic factors which influence development in the EAC and the ASEAN regional blocs. The study was guided by the Power Theories. It employed the concurrent mixed methods approach, incorporating the survey design for the quantitative component, and the exploratory design for the qualitative component. The study used both purposive and stratified random sampling to select respondents from members of the EAC Secretariat, delegates attending various EAC council and summit meetings, ASEAN diplomatic representatives within the EAC Partner States and officers from the Ministries of East African Community and Foreign Affairs. The study utilized primary data collected using questionnaires and interview guides.. The study established that The EAC member states have embraced similar policies on human development, social benefit and protection, across the region. The results of this study have demonstrated that, despite the numerous efforts of advancing economic integration by the East African regional states, real, tangible success is still an illusion. Pragmatic realization of mutual political trust needs to be embraced if the goal of economic integration is to be realized. The study recommends the development of a legislative and economic framework (laws, policies and guidelines) for Community Development within partner states as well as harmonization of democratization policies, processes and practices.
Measuring the Correlation between Self-Efficacy Beliefs and English Language Attainments among Thai University Students
Authors: Rudd Matthew
Published: December 2021

This study examined the predictive value of Bandura’s 100 point self-efficacy scales among 208 third year university students (female; n = 108, male; n = 90) from three separate faculties; veterinary medicine (n = 60), business administration (n = 77) and engineering (n = 71) at a private institute of technology located on the outskirts of Bangkok. The central research question of this paper was to ascertain the extent to which one’s self-efficacy beliefs in English language attainments correspond with respective performance outcomes. Respondents were required to indicate their levels of self-efficacy in English as a general subject, as well as in domain specific matters relative to speaking proficiency, mid-term tests and final examinations. The results showed that the predictive value of subject related measures of self-efficacy across the sample population proved to be highly accurate, as the means of both sets of results were not significantly different (S.E: 68.12% vs. English: 66.28%; p <0.05), and were closely correlated (r = 0.692).The results from the domain specific scales, however, were less consistent. While there was no significant difference between declarations of self-efficacy and grade outcomes in both mid-term tests and final examinations (mid-term:62.59% vs. 64.33%; final: 63.22% vs.64.24%; p <0.05), and, both variables were also closely correlated (mid-term, r = 0.7018; final, r = 0.686); personal efficacy judgments for speaking proficiency were significantly inferior to respective attainments (58.46 vs. 68.25; p <0.05); resulting in a weaker correlation (r = 0.5248).
Teaching and Learning Mathematics: Research and Practice for the 21st Century
Authors: Voskoglou Michael Gr
Published: December 2021

The mathematical activity is an original and natural element of the human condition. The article at hand discusses and analyzes the recent trends of the research and practice for teaching and learning mathematics, where the socio- cultural theories have been highly influential in addressing the mathematical knowledge. Among others, a particular emphasis is given to the required learning skills of the 21st century, to the profile of the competent teacher of mathematics and to the importance of the communities of practice for the teaching and learning of mathematics, especially for the developing countries.
The Relationship between Awareness of HIV and AIDS Workplace Policy and Consultation on HIV and AIDS Policy Development among Staff of Moi University, Kenya
Authors: Nyang’ara Naftal  Michira
Published: December 2021

The unprecedented effect of HIV and AIDS in Africa cannot be over-emphasized as it takes its toll mainly on the active age population of 15-49 years. This age group is the main workforce of any nation and, unfortunately, the most vulnerable to infection of HIV. There has been growing concern about the devastating impact of HIV and AIDS in many workplaces. In response, many universities have developed university specific HIV and AIDS policies for impact mitigation in the workplace. Moi University is a public institution with a large workforce hence targeted in the current study. Realizing the negative impact that HIV and AIDS has on workplaces and the importance of having an HIV and AIDS workplace policy, this study sought to determine the relationship between awareness of HIV and AIDS workplace policy and consultation on HIV and AIDS policy development among staff of Moi University. The study, whose main concern was about Moi University HIV and AIDS workplace policy, targeted teaching staff, non-teaching staff and senior management. To achieve this objective, the study used ex-post facto research design and stratified sampling technique in the selection of the study sample. A study sample made up of 330 participants was used for the study. The study utilized both qualitative and quantitative methods in data collection. These included Workplace Testing Questionnaire, document analysis and semi-structured interviews. Primary data was collected by use of self-administered questionnaires and interview schedules, while secondary data was collected from libraries. The study used the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS v 22.0) program to analyze the data collected. Qualitative data was analyzed thematically through coding. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were used. The descriptive statistics included frequencies and means. Correlation analysis was used to test hypotheses (to test the relationship between the independent and dependent variables). The findings revealed that Moi University had an HIV and AIDS workplace policy. It also emerged that lack of consultation on HIV policy development, was an impediment to successful implementation of the policy. The study concluded that HIV and AIDS workplace policy is a vital document in HIV and AIDS impact mitigation and, therefore, requires serious consultation among all employees of Moi University for purposes of ownership by every employee. Following this, the study recommended that consultation of all of all employees about HIV and AIDS workplace policy development be undertaken and worker’s views and opinion be considered when developing an HIV and AIDS workplace policy. The study is, therefore, expected to be of great significance to universities in addressing some of the HIV and AIDS workplace policy related implementation challenges.
A Qualitative Course-Based Inquiry into the Concept of Love as a Central Component of Child and Youth Care Practice
Authors: Schneider Kylie , Dziwenka Melanie , Schweighardt Bobbi , Bellefeuille Gerard
Published: December 2021

Child and Youth Care (CYC) students have the right to be engaged in pedagogical practices that inspire and arouse their curiosity about their field of practice. Undergraduate course-based research in which students have an opportunity to conduct authentic research within a for-credit course is one such high-impact pedagogical practice with a growing body of evidence-based outcomes. This article presents an undergraduate course-based research project that examined child and youth care student‘s beliefs about displaying love as a component of their practice. Located in the constructivist/interpretive research paradigm, this course-based research project collected data through the use of an expressive arts-based data method followed by a semi-structured questionnaire. Four overarching themes were identified during the thematic analysis: (a) authentic caring involves expressions of love, (b) expressions of love are an essential component of growth and development, (c) loving care as an ethic of relational practice, and (d) but…professionalism stands in the way. The results of this course-based study suggest that expressing love as a component of relational-centred CYC practice is not fully understood by CYC students and that much more research is needed to explore this issue.
Effect of Integrating Statistical Concepts on Third Year Student Teachers’ Academic Performance on Heredity in Biology
Authors: Nkwale Bernard , Kasali George , Chipowe Peter
Published: December 2021

This study examined the effect of integrating Statistical concepts on Third year student teachers’ academic performance on Heredity in Biology. The study adopted purposive sampling where 93 participants were randomly assigned into two groups, i.e. an Experimental class (n = 45) and a Control group (n = 48).Three research questions and two hypotheses guided the study. The study used a quasi-experimental pretest-posttest control group design. Data were collected using a 8-item structured questionnaire which was used to obtain data on students’ attitude towards heredity while an Achievement Test’ (AT), which comprised 4 questions, was used to measure the students’ performance in genetics. The two null hypotheses were tested using the Independent Sample T-test (at α = 0.05) while the third question was analysed using percentages.The findings from the study showed that students taught Heredity by integrating statistical concepts achieved higher scores and significantly better than those taught using conventional methods (df = 91; p = 0.001 < α = 0.05) . There was also no better achievement in favour of the male students compared to their female counter parts when taught by integrating the statistical concepts in the experimental group (df = 43; p = 0.871 > α = 0.05). It further established that students developed positive attitude towards Heredity after integrating statistical concepts in the teaching of Heredity in Biology. The study recommends among other things, that since integrating statistical concepts is found to be an effective strategy and enhanced achievement among Biology students, teachers and lecturers of this subject should accept it as one of the strategies they can use in teaching Heredity in Biology so as to enhance students’ academic performance.
Investigating Some Effective Strategies for Teaching Iraqi EFL Primary Students
Authors: Khudhair Sanaa Mohammed
Published: December 2021

This study aims to recognize effectiveness of teaching methods in primary school in English. The researcher used the numbered heads together strategy as an effective method in education skills. The researcher used an experimental design with two groups (control group and experiment group), with a post-test for the achievement of Al-Khamaal Primary school, Fifth class. The sample of the study consisted of (60) pupils at Al-Khamaal Primary school in English, for the academic year (2018-2019). The researcher equaled the two research groups statistically by (age by months, the marks of the last year, the achievement of the parents), so there were no statistical significance between the two groups in variables. The researcher used a test to collect data. The analysis of the data showed that the numbered heads together strategy has a great effect in teaching skills at primary schools. At the end of this study, the researcher presented some recommendations. These recommendations focus on paying more attention to the learning strategies that used to improve the educational process. Moreover, teacher at primary schools should use effective strategies and effective methods in teaching skills.
Aspects of Emotional Abuse in Middle School
Authors: BREAZ Alina Maria
Published: December 2021

Psychological mistreatment, however harder to characterize and harder to recognize, goes with all types of youngster misuse and has pulverizing outcomes on its agreeable turn of events. Our investigation on 60 kids from the exercise center stage intended to feature the psychological mistreatment of offspring of this age and its potential outcomes. Through a guided meeting, the sorts of psychological mistreatment, its causes, the recurrence of misuse, its relationship with different kinds of misuse were followed. The acquired outcomes mirror a somewhat stressing circumstance, demonstrating that the guardians' confusions and mindsets persevere in their instructive style, which may influence the mystic equilibrium of the kid in a troublesome time of life, specifically that of pubescence. The advising work of the analyst or social associate of the gatherings engaged with types of psychological mistreatment (guardians and youngsters) can contribute not exclusively to improve the kid's circumstance, its mix into the age gathering and the expanding of school's exhibitions yet additionally to improve its relations with guardians and fraternity and in this manner to build its odds of an agreeable turn of events.
Role of L1 in L2 Acquisition According to Contrastive Analysis Hypothesis and Error Analysis
Authors: Thao Mai Thi Phuong
Published: December 2021

In the changed context of a globalized world where English language continues to grow as a second or third language in many parts of the world, acquiring two primary languages simultaneously gains an increasing popularity. In this case, reviewing the influence of L1 on second language acquisition, i.e. language transfer, is of great importance. Though the theory of language transfer has experienced a long time of ups and downs since 1940s, up to now, it is still a central issue in applied linguistic, second language acquisition and language learning. Much of the history of this central concept has been tied in with the varying theoretical perspectives on SLA. The acceptance and/or rejection of language transfer as a viable concept has been related to the acceptance or rejection of the specific theory with which it has been associated. The article aims to compare and contrast views of the role of L1 in L2 acquisition according to Contrastive Analysis Hypothesis and Error Analysis approaches to reinvestigate how the views of L1's contributions to SLA changed in the early approaches.
The Greek Language Education in Albania: A Professional Development Framework for Greek Language Teachers
Authors: Bouras Spyros
Published: December 2021

The main purpose of this study is the design, implementation and evaluation of a professional development program for Greek language teachers in minority education in Albania. The education of the Greek minority in Albania has been a separate part of the whole educational system of the country that has its own features and its own history (Barkas, 2011). Τhe starting point of the present study will be to outline the existing educational situation and to explore the needs of a) the specific teachers and b) the views of the head teachers and c) the professors at the University of Argyrokastro in order to form an overall picture of their training needs, their views and their suggestions for continuing education. The ultimate goal is to present an integrated professional development context for Greek language teachers in the minority education in Albania and we hope that the suggested professional development program for minority education teachers will be an effective one to upgrade their work and, in the long run, to make a decisive contribution to the qualitative upgrading of the Greek language instruction.
Secondary Teachers and Creativity in Teaching: Conceptions and Practices
Authors: Mamoura Maria , Raftopoulou Aglaia
Published: December 2021

In recent years, there seems to be a sharp shift towards the concept of creativity in education. Given that many theorists and researchers find it difficult to define the concept of creativity itself, this paper will attempt to investigate a) the conceptions about creativity in teaching of 5 teachers of humanistic subjects (Modern Greek Language, Ancient Greek Language, History, Greek Literature) in Greek secondary education b) how these specific conceptions are reflected in their teaching practices and c) the degree to which certain teaching strategies that seem to better facilitate creativity in teaching. The research data were collected from five (5) interviews, transcripts and worksheets of ten (10) teachings including field notes. Data were analyzed by the method of grounded theory. Data analysis showed that the emphasis is placed on "creative teaching" rather than on "teaching in order to develop student‟s creativity", as distinguished by Jeffrey and Craft. The most important finding of the research is that despite their good intentions or stated open perceptions, the research subjects do not systematically promote students' creativity unless they abandon their regulatory role and leave a genuine space of self-efficacy to their students. The authors conclude that further research is needed to answer the following questions: why is the model of creative teacher dominant and not that of the teaching that promotes students' creativity and in what extent and in which ways is creativity defined by specific cognitive subjects.
Ethiopian Public Universities Leadership Behavior and Instructor's Job Satisfaction: Evidence from Arba Minch University
Authors: Zekarias Zelalem
Published: December 2021

The present study examines the link between leadership behavior and instructor's job satisfaction in four purposefully selected colleges and schools of Arba Minch University (AMU). The study participants were 167 randomly selected instructors of sampled colleges and schools. Of these, 149 were male instructors and the remaining18 were female ones. The data for the study were gathered via adapted questionnaire. The study employed quantitative correlational research design to examine the relationship between leadership behavior and instructor's job satisfaction. A Pearson's correlation coefficient (r) value was used to determine the correlation between the independent variable (leadership behavior) and the dependent variable (instructor's job satisfaction) and simple linear regression was employed to predict their relationship. The findings revealed that leadership behavior has statistically significant, positive and strong correlation with instructor's job satisfaction (r=.761, p<.049 two-tailed). The study further indicated that the value of R2 (.580) indicates 58 % of the job satisfaction is explained by leadership behavior. From these findings, it was concluded that there is a positive link between leadership behavior and instructor's job satisfaction. Therefore, it was recommended that through both formal and informal trainings, the university leaders should aware how their leadership behavior is correlated with instructor's job satisfaction and then they should adopt and practice different dimensions of leadership behavior to improve instructor's job satisfaction.
Activity-Based Teaching and Learning Approach and Students’ Academic Performance: Evidence from Among Stakeholders from Barekese District Ashanti Region of Ghana
Authors: Apenuvor Theophilus , Gbadago Frank Yao , Ankomah Kwadwo , Anthony Agnes Fafa
Published: December 2021

In this study, the authors explored the level of awareness and views on the activity-based approach to teaching and learning (ABTLA) in enhancing skills, competency and academic performance among students and other stakeholders from Senior High Schools (SHS) and Colleges of Education (COE) in Barekese District of Ashanti Region of Ghana. A survey involving 510 various stakeholders was conducted within the Barekese District of Ashanti Region of Ghana, using sets of a self-administered structured questionnaire. The study revealed that the Ghanaian stakeholders of second cycle and COEs are highly aware of ABTLA and its potency for enhancing skills, competency and academic performance among students. Policy implications and further future research directions were provided.
Class Representatives and Students’ Behaviour: An Overview at the Post-Covid-19 Pandemic in the Perspective of the Community of Practice
Authors: Dias Ilane Frank , Bellucci Christane
Published: December 2021

Engagement of students and the learning process in the classroom has become one of the significant challenges that higher education (HE) institutions face in the era of the Covid-19 pandemic, with classes running in the virtual environment. One of the approaches that can be used to understand student behaviours and their social interactions is the community of practice (CoPs) as a construct that can be strategic to connect classes representatives, college's objectives and the student's behaviour. The class representatives can play a diverse role, from helping the tutors motivate the students on their learning process to acting as a central and essential communication channel between the students and the academic coordinators. Yet, little is known about the role of these students as a strategy to tackle such problems increased with online classes. This study investigates the impact of class representatives on students' behaviour in the sense of their engagement and learning in virtual classes context post the Covid-19 pandemic. This is a conceptual paper to bridge the mentioned theories, link work across disciplines, provide multi-level insights, and broaden the scope of thinking. The theoretical findings show that class representatives can play a relevant role by increasing engagement and facilitating the students' learning. The results can help HE institutions to develop policies and practices to be more competitive and move forward. This study advances the emergent research efforts to respond to the challenges arising from the Covid-19 pandemic.
Thorns amongst Roses? Lived Experience of Philippine Male College Students Aspiring to Become Professional Elementary Teachers
Authors: Cahapay Michael B
Published: December 2021

There is a noticeable under-representation of the male gender particularly in the field of elementary teacher education. The main aim of this paper is to understand the lived experience of male college students aspiring to become professional elementary teachers. As phenomenological research, it involved six purposively selected male students enrolled in a predominantly female elementary teacher education program in a Philippine university. The data were gathered through online interviews and analyzed based on a phenomenological analysis framework. The following themes emerged: 1.) We hear discouraging stereotypes about teaching; 2.) We are passionate about educating the young ones; 3.) We feel that awkward moment in a room of females; and 4.) We have an inclusive learning environment. These themes are based on the individual textural and structural descriptions and form the basis for the composite textural and structural descriptions of the phenomenon of interest. This paper confirms the experiences encountered by males in the formal teaching career stage as relative to experiences received by males in the early stage of the teacher preparation. It also identifies factors that encourage males to enter elementary teacher education as a field of study, providing practical insights for designing a more inclusive program.
ANALISIS KEBIJAKAN DEVIDEN, DER, PBV, DAN PERTUMBUHAN PERUSAHAAN TERHADAP RETURN SAHAM PADA PERUSAHAAN SEKTOR INDUSTRI BARANG KONSUMSI DI BURSA EFEK INDONESIA PERIODE 2016-2020
Authors: Aktarina Destia , Ernawati Ike Liana
Published: December 2021

Return saham adalah keuntungan yang diperoleh perusahaan, individu dan institusi dari hasil kebijakan investasi yang dilakukannya. Return saham merupakan income yang diperoleh oleh pemegang saham sebagai hasil dari invetasinya di perusahaan tertentu. Informasi-informasi yang dapat digunakan sebagai tolak ukur tingkat Return saham perusahaan yang diteliti adalah Kebijakan Deviden, Debt To Equity Ratio (DER), Price To Book Value (PBV) dan Pertumbuhan Perusahaan. Tujuan penelitian dalam penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana perkembangan Kebijakan Deviden, Debt To Equity Ratio (DER), Price To Book Value (PBV), Pertumbuhan Perusahaan dan Return Saham pada perusahaan sektor industri barang konsumsi di BEI periode 2016-2020. Untuk mengetahui bagaimana pengaruh Kebijakan Deviden, Debt To Equity Ratio (DER), Price To Book Value (PBV) dan Pertumbuhan Perusahaan terhadap Return Saham secara parsial dan simultan pada perusahaan sektor indutri barang konsumsi di BEI periode 2016-2020. Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu kuantitatif. Metode analisis data menggunakan analisis deskriptif dan verifikatif. Hasil dari penelitian ini menujukkan bahwa secara parsial terdapat pengaruh Kebijakan Deviden, Debt To Equity Ratio (DER), Price To Book Value (PBV) terhadap Return saham, sedangkan Pertumbuhan Perusahaan tidak berpengaruh terhadap Return saham pada perusahaan Sektor Industri Barang Konsumsi di Bursa Efek Indonesia. Hasil penelitian secara simultan menunjukkan bahwa minimal ada satu variabel bebas (Kebijakan Deviden, DER, PBV dan Pertumbuhan Perusahaan) yang berpengaruh terhadap variabel terikat (Return Saham) secara simultan pada perusahaan sektor industri barang konsumsi di BEI periode 2016-2020.