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Discussion on the development of nuclear energy and nuclear power plants
Authors: Yixin Song
Published: November 2023

Nuclear energy is an extremely important source of energy. Nuclear energy always is considered a kind of clean energy, which has given it a lot of chances to develop. Nevertheless, the potential hazards associated with nuclear energy as well as concerns regarding resource depletion and environmental impact often result in strong opposition. Therefore, the future direction of nuclear power plants is particularly important. This paper aims to discuss the current state and prospects of nuclear energy development. While nuclear energy is experiencing rapid growth, it also faces various challenges simultaneously. These previous advancements serve as crucial foundations for future progress in nuclear energy. Therefore, this passage highlights the pivotal developments in the history of nuclear power plants, encompassing both fission and fusion reactions at their physical core. Additionally, it addresses the issues currently encountered by nuclear plants and proposes potential solutions to these concerns. Furthermore, it acknowledges that public perception plays a significant role in shaping the trajectory of nuclear energy development. Lastly, it introduces novel technologies and strategies that have the potential to enhance the future of nuclear energy. By analyzing emerging fusion-based nuclear energy approaches, we can discern valuable insights into the future direction of our existing nuclear technology landscape. Consequently, comprehending contemporary developments and challenges within the realm of nuclear energy enables us to better evaluate its role and impact within our future energy framework.
Assessing the influence of the axiom of choices variations on mathematical foundations and subdisciplines
Authors: Wang Yufeng
Published: November 2023

Set theory undoubtedly serves as the cornerstone for mathematics. Furthermore, the acceptance and inclusion of specific pivotal axioms within set theory profoundly shape our understanding of the mathematical panorama. These axioms can directly affect the robustness of essential mathematical structures within various mathematical subfields. The axiom of choice (AC) stands out as one of the most debated axioms, with its controversies largely stemming from its non-constructive nature and counterintuitive outcomes, such as the Banach-Tarski theorem. Present investigations into the repercussions of weak and strong variations of AC tend to zero in on particular, isolated systems. However, a comprehensive high-level examination of the implications of these AC variants is notably absent. This study systematically scrutinizes the impact of both strong and weak versions of the axiom of choice on foundational mathematics and its subdivisions. The findings reveal that many elementary and core theorems can be demonstrated using weaker versions of AC. In contrast, more sophisticated or generalized outcomes, like Tychonoffs theorem, necessitate the full strength of AC. Additionally, this study delves into how potent versions of AC might yield valuable, albeit occasionally more constrained, outcomes in specific mathematical domains.
Mass and orbital solutions of stellar companions from HGCA and lick
Authors: HUANG XINYUE
Published: November 2023

Astrometry or radial velocity method, as an exoplanet detection and characterisation method, needs more information to reveal the complete orbit solution of stellar companions. We combine these two methods by cross-calibrating the Hipparcos-Gaia Catalogue of Accelerating Stars and Lick data to generate more precise mass and orbital solutions of stellar companions from the overlap of these two databases. We use an open-source package, orvara, to simulate the posterior parameters of companions from candidate stars. To simplify the simulation, we assume all systems in this research contain only a 2-body Keplerian fit. A final result of 16 candidates is selected, and five companions with the lowest masses are further discussed. Among these five companions, four in system HIP42112, HIP49699, HIP74948 and HIP98819 were discovered and recorded in previous work. This paper has found an undiscovered potential brown dwarf companion near HIP98978. The result of this paper could help future studies of low-mass companions of exoplanets.
Prediction of drought in lake mead
Authors: Wu Xicheng
Published: November 2023

Lake Mead is a reservoir on the Colorado River on the border of Nevada and Arizona. It is the largest reservoir in the United States. Due to the drought caused by climate change and the increasing water demand of the population served by Lake Mead, the capacity of this reservoir has been greatly reduced. The continuous water shortage has had a huge impact on the surrounding cities, and people are preparing to adopt wastewater recycling. To alleviate the shortage of water sources. this paper uses the water level data of the past years to establish a grey forecast Grey Model (1,1) model to predict the changes in the water level of Lake Mead in the next 30 years and compares them based on the prediction of short-term and long-term drought data. based on the previous survey of wastewater sources and collection methods, it is believed that the wastewater recovery system is mainly affected by four factors: financial support, collection pipe network coverage, treatment technology, and wastewater classification capabilities.
Study on flying car transportation system
Authors: Feng Shengxi , Huang Zeyu , Wang Junhan , Xu Jiayang , Zhang Qian
Published: November 2023

With the rapid growth of population in large cities, traditional transportation modes like buses, private cars, and subways have formed a more serious traffic congestion or crowded situation. In order to solve this problem, engineers and researchers start to shift the research on the future development of transportation systems to the near-ground space (NGS). The flying car transportation system (FCTS) has become one of the major research projects. The concept of FCTS introduces a new dimension to transportation, utilizing unoccupied near-ground spaces to redefine the way both individuals and goods move within cities. FCTS, using flying cars as the main transportation means, has good development prospects. This article analyzes various aspects of FCTS in detail. The design of FCTS is introduced. The related technologies are summarized. The challenges of the future development of FCTS are also discussed. This article may offer a reference for the development of FCTS.
The research of influence factors that possibly lead to the change in house prices
Authors: Huang Yixiao
Published: November 2023

With the significant increase in housing prices, more research on the factors that influence housing prices is urgently needed. Most of the previous research focuses on the number data, such as the average disposable income of the population, property management fees, and the total number of the population in specific areas. In this research, the multiple linear regression model is used to judge the relationship between 10 independent variables (Carpet area, Floor, Total floor, Transaction, Furnishing, Facing, Bathrooms, Balconies, Car parking, and Ownership) and the amount of housing prices based on 910 cases. It is concluded that the ten independent variables all have strong linear relationship with the Amount. With the factors that were studied before, like the ages of the house and the policy for buying homes, these studies indeed give some ideas for the government to come up with the approach to control the increase in housing prices.
Navigating the realm of noncommutative probability: Historical perspectives and future directionsstorical perspectives and future directions
Authors: Chen Yang
Published: November 2023

This review article provides a comprehensive overview of the fascinating field of noncommutative probability theory, tracing its evolution from its inception in the early 1980s by Romanian-American mathematician Dan Voiculescu to its current state of prominence in mathematics. Through a meticulous examination of seminal works and recent advancements, we explore the key concepts, methodologies, and significant developments in this field, emphasizing the combinatorial aspects of noncommutative probability spaces, including non-crossing partitions and linked partitions. This exploration encompasses various aspects, including analytical methods, operator algebras, random matrices, and combinatorial structures. Additionally, it concludes with the current understanding and potential directions for future research.
Quantum computing and its revolutionary potential
Authors: Chia Harmon Lee Bruce
Published: November 2023

The rapid emergence of quantum computing offers the potential to revolutionize numerous domains, promising computational advantages over classical counterparts. This study aimed to evaluate the performance, efficiency, and robustness of selected quantum algorithmsQuantum Variational Eigensolver (VQE), Quantum Fourier Transform (QFT), and Quantum Phase Estimation (QPE)on near-term quantum devices. Our benchmarking revealed that, despite promising theoretical benefits, the practical deployment of these algorithms remains challenged by noise, error rates, and hardware limitations. The VQE showed promise in molecular modeling, while the utility of QFT and QPE in cryptography and optimization became evident. Nevertheless, their practical efficiency is contingent upon specific quantum hardware and employed error mitigation techniques. The findings underscore the transformative potential of quantum computing, but also emphasize the ongoing challenges that need addressing to make quantum computing practically advantageous.
Navigating dilemmas: Chinas environmental policies and their implications for climate change, resource management, and future generations
Authors: Kumar Yuvraj
Published: November 2023

This research paper critically examines Chinas role as the worlds largest emitter of carbon dioxide and its pivotal position in global climate change mitigation efforts. The analysis encompasses Chinas environmental policies initiated since 1979, formally approved by the legislative body, the NPC, in 1989. Though significant economic developments were made since the countrys reform and opening in 1979, it is acknowledged that this progress has been accompanied by substantial environmental degradation. In response, the government amended environmental laws in 2014, reflecting a commitment to address these challenges. However, this paper contends that substantial efforts are still required to achieve meaningful environmental improvement. The research further delves into the anticipated impacts of Chinese policies on crucial aspects, namely Climate Change, Resource Management, and the well-being of Future Generations, providing comprehensive insights into the multifaceted implications of Chinas environmental trajectory.
Niat Beli Ulang Melalui Keputusan Pembelian pada Perusahaan Freight Forwarding
Authors: Hidayaatullah Mukhlis , Tampubolon Manahan , Simarmata Juliater , Soekirman Atong , Fachrial Peppy
Published: November 2023

Customers’ dissapointment of unsatisfactorily previous service make them reluctant to re-use the same service in the future. The purpose of the study is to determine and analyze the direct and indirect effect of service quality and corporate image on repurchase intention at shipping service company of PT DHL Global Forwarding Indonesia through purchasing decision. In this study, the random sampling technique using Slovin was used and resulted in a total sample of 135 customers. The analysis tool used SmartPLS application. The result of the study shows that purchasing decision has a positive direct effect on repurchase intention with a positive and significant relationship. The other hypothesis resulted that there is an indirect effect between service quality and corporate image on repurchase intention through purchasing decision, with a positive but not significant relationship. While, corporate image also has an indirect effect on repurchase intention through purchase decision with a positive and significant relationship. However, both service quality and corporate image have no direct effect on repurchase intention, with a positive but not significant relationship.
Analisis Pembangunan Zona Lalu Lintas dengan Standard Deviation Control Kepadatan Area Terbangun Studi Kasus: Kabupaten Klungkung, Provinsi Bali
Authors: Pribadi Ocky Soelistyo , Nurhadi Muhammad , Hermawan Bobby Agung
Published: November 2023

Traffic movement occurs in the context of space, it is necessary to prepare the research area with the construction of traffic zones. This work requires a series of activities, complex data, and many considerations, in order to produce a concept to support the data collection stage of the origin of the trip. This study aims to build traffic zones using a new logic, namely by controlling the standard deviation value of the built area density variable. The author attempts to replace the variable commonly used in the preparation of traffic zones, namely “land use type” and strives for the value to be as “homogeneous as possible”. This variable is fairer to use, considering that in an area there will also be open space, which is not inhabited by humans. The formulation of the problem is how is the standard deviation control method used to construct traffic zones in the Klungkung Regency case study? This method will focus on the technique of constructing traffic zones where the standard deviation value of the density of the built area will be smaller when compared to the initial value when the existing traffic zone was formed directly from the village area. The results of the analysis get a total of 26 traffic zones, with a standard deviation value of the variable density of the built area is 2049. this value is lower than when using the village administrative area directly, namely 3294, and it is said that the design of the 26 zones has fulfilled the principle of zone homogeneity.
Chất lượng cuộc sống của người bệnh ung thư phổi tại Bệnh viện Đa khoa tỉnh Nam Định năm 2023
Authors: Đào Thị Thủy , Mai Thị Lan Anh , Phạm Văn Sơn
Published: November 2023

Mục tiêu: Mô tả thực trạng chất lượng cuộc sống của người bệnh ung thư phổi tại bệnh viện Đa khoa tỉnh Nam Định năm 2023.
Đối tượng và phương pháp nghiên cứu: Nghiên cứu mô tả cắt ngang tiến hành trên 145 người bệnh đang điều trị nội trú, ngoại trú tại Khoa Ung bướu, Bệnh viện Đa khoa Tỉnh Nam Định. Thu thập số liệu bằng phương pháp phỏng vấn trực tiếp người bệnh bằng hai bộ câu hỏi đánh giá chất lượng cuộc sống nói chung (EORTC QLQ –C30) và chất lượng cuộc sống đặc trưng trong ung thư phổi (EORTC QLQ – LC13).
Kết quả: 79,3% đối tượng nghiên cứu độ ở độ tuổi ≥ 60 , và 55,2% đã kết hôn. Chất lượng cuộc sống theo thang đo EORTC QLQ –C30: Điểm trung bình chức năng thể chất 32,87 ± 24,75, chức năng hoạt động 33,79 ± 25,61, nhận thức 29,89 ± 27,63, xã hội 26,21 ± 26,11, sức khỏe tổng quát 48,33 ± 20,66, tài chính 71,72 ± 27,87, mệt mỏi 67,28 ± 25,42, nôn- buồn nôn 66,67 ± 25,76, khó thở 68,74 ± 26,12. Điểm trung bình chất lượng cuộc sống theo thang đo EORTC QLQ – LC13 là 69,27 ± 26,21.
Kết luận: Chất lượng cuộc sống của người bệnh ở mức trung bình (69,27). Điểm trung bình chất lượng cuộc sống về tài chính của người bệnh cao (71,72 ± 27,87). Người điều dưỡng cần có những can thiệp vào các yếu tố như khó thở, khó nuốt, lo lắng, ảnh hưởng của kinh tế để nâng cao chất lượng cuộc sống cho người bệnh ung thư phổi.
Pedagogical complementation of functional-cognitive interface
Authors: Zhong Yihang , Jiang Chenting
Published: November 2023

This commentary contributes to the understanding of integrating functional-based teaching and cognitive pedagogy by offering a mutually complementary account. Systemic functional linguistics (SFL) attaches importance to sociological aspects of language and proposes that language as a meaning-making process is simultaneously shaped by context and culture (Thompson et al., 2019). Cognitive linguistics (CL), based on the second generation of cognitive science and experiential philosophy, was born based upon the rejection of transformational-generative grammar, arguing that the creation, learning, and use of language must be explained basically through human cognition as the basis of knowledge constitution (Goldberg, 2011). Surrounded by the dialogue of these two linguistic schools, the paper is guided by two overarching questions: (1) What is the theoretical compatibility between SFL and CL? (2) How can SFL and CL complement each other or produce a synergetic effect that benefits second language (L2) pedagogy? It is demonstrated that SFL and CL are theoretically compatible as they agree upon the embodied experiential and sociocultural nature of language (Littlemore, 2009; Thibault, 2004), the categorial continuum of phonology-lexicogrammar-semantics (Meng, 2009), and corpus-based positivist epistemology (Feng, 2006). To complement one another in L2 pedagogy due to their compatibility, functional pedagogy can optimize cognitive pedagogy by facilitating learners to be aware and recognize communicative intention and socio-contextual cues, especially in the context of acquiring metonymic constructions. Cultural immersion and acculturation are keys to functional pedagogy that fill the gap of CL pedagogy lacking systematic training in cultural literacy and appreciation. Cognitive pedagogy, in turn, can complement functional pedagogy by applying image schemata in teaching to present how to select collocated verbs that can be assigned to diverse types of constructions.
PEMBERDAYAAN KELUARGA DAN PELAKSANAAN TINDAKAN KEPERAWATAN DALAM MENINGKATKAN KEBERSIHAN DIRI ORANG DENGAN GANGGUAN JIWA DI WILAYAH KERJA PUSKESMAS MANGANITU
Authors: Pangandaheng Nansy Delia , Medea Gitalia
Published: November 2023

Penderita gangguan jiwa sering mengalami gangguan kebersihan diri seperti mandi, menggosok gigi, BAB dan BAK pada tempatnya. Keluarga sangat berperan penting dalam memenuhi kebutuhan perawatan penderita gangguan jiwa sehingga penderita mampu melakukan aktivitas kebersihan diri secara mandiri. Tujuan PKMS ini yaitu melatih keluarga merawat dan memandirikan pasien gangguan jiwa dalam melakukan aktivitas dan latihan seperti: mandi, berpakaian, menyisir rambut, menggunting kuku, mencuci tangan, melatih pasien toileting dengan benar. Tim pengabdi melakukan kunjungan rumah didampingi oleh pemegang program kesehatan jiwa dari Puskesmas Manganitu Kegiatan ini berjalan dengan baik melibatkan 8 orang pasien gangguan jiwa. Hasil yang diperoleh pada hari pertama delapan pasien dibantu oleh keluarga dan tim pengabdi, setelah hari kedua enam pasien dapat melakukan perawatan diri secara mandiri tetapi dua pasien masih belum bisa melakukan perawatan secara mandiri seperti memakai baju dan menggosok gigi. Dukungan keluarga akan terus membawa dampak yang baik kepada ODGJ dalam mempertahankan kebersihan diri.

People with mental disorders often experience problems with personal hygiene, such as bathing, brushing their teeth, defecating and urinating properly. The family plays a very important role in meeting the care needs of people with mental disorders so that sufferers are able to carry out personal hygiene activities independently. The aim of this PKMS is to train families to care for and be independent of mental patients in carrying out activities and exercises such as: bathing, dressing, combing hair, cutting nails, washing hands, training patients to toilet properly. The service team conducted a home visit accompanied by mental health program holders from the Manganitu Health Center. This activity went well involving 8 mental patients. The results obtained on the first day eight patients were assisted by their families and service team, after the second day six patients were able to carry out self-care independently but two patients were still unable to carry out self-care such as wearing clothes and brushing their teeth. Family support will continue to have a good impact on ODGJ in maintaining personal hygiene
Analysis of the Environment, Climate Change and Habitat Pillar of Development Agenda for Western Nigeria
Authors: Ojurongbe Samuel Ayodele
Published: November 2023

How a government identifies needs during uncertain times, is a reliable measure of its perception and sensitivity to critical governance issues. This study was conducted to determine how much attention and mainstreaming is given to the issues of climate change and disaster risk reduction, especially in these uncertain times of disasters and climate crisis. Using the Development Agenda for Western Nigeria, DAWN blueprint as case, the paper sought to know among other research questions, how disaster risk reduction and climate change, DRR/CCA, surfaced in the document and determine if any pattern can be deduced from the DRR/CCA mainstreaming in the document and also know if there are noted lapses from DRR/CCA portrayal in the document when compared with the /DRR/CCA frameworks. This study employed a qualitative methodology using the interpretive approach through digital fieldwork. Among other findings, there is a subtle implication that for effective management of environmental issues and concerns through the DRR/CCA lens, the environment is much more than the physical environment. Its issues and concerns are subject to socio-cultural, economic, political, and other possible variables. Also, there are no strong indications of solid arrangements for risk assessment, disaster readiness, early warning systems, and a sincere preparedness to protect people, infrastructure and other assets from the impacts of disaster. The study recommends that proactive steps be taken to strengthen institutions and shore up arrangements and truly commit to building capacity and ensuring people’s active involvement /participation, in strategies/policy formulations.
Does every ASD closure device stay in the atrial septum?
Authors: Sayi Halil , Celik Ekin , Yener Ozlem , Yalcinkaya Adnan , Yener Ali
Published: November 2023

Atrial septal defect (ASD) is one of the most common congenital heart defects and the most common type is secundum type ASD. There are 2 approaches to its treatment: open surgical repair and percutaneous intervention. In this article, we describe the complication and intervention performed on a patient whose ASD was repaired percutaneously. In our opinion, what made this case interesting was that a complex case was handled by cardiology without a Cardiology-Cardiovascular Surgery council.
Efficacy and outcomes of pulmonary artery banding: Our experience in Azerbaijan
Authors: Ahmadov Kamran , Musayev Kamran
Published: November 2023

Aim: We conducted a retrospective analysis of 35 patients with various congenital heart defects who underwent pulmonary artery banding (PAB) between January 2018 and September 2023. Our objective was to evaluate the outcomes of PAB and discuss its application in a staged approach for these patients.
Material and Methods: The median age at PAB was 5 months (range: 2 to 20 months) with a median weight of 5.2 kg (range: 3 to 9 kg).
Results: The hospital and total mortality rates were 11.4% (4). The median intensive care unit stay was 2 days (range: 1 to 22 days), and the median hospital stay was 5 days (range: 5 to 36 days). The second stage (either total correction or cava-pulmonary anastomosis) was achieved in 40% (14/35) of patients at a median age of 15 months. The mean interval to repair was 8 months, with 12 out of 14 patients undergoing complete biventricular repair.
Conclusion: Our study demonstrates that PAB could be performed with acceptable outcomes, serving as a viable palliative measure for neonates and extremely small infants who are at high risk for cardiopulmonary bypass. Our study results exhibit a comparable trend to previously reported findings, emphasizing the importance of PAB in managing congenital heart malformations characterized by increased pulmonary blood flow. While the effectiveness of PAB has been validated in our study, future investigations could delve into refining surgical protocols, optimizing band adjustment techniques, and exploring potential preventive measures for common postoperative complications.
A IMPORTÂNCIA DA PERÍCIA FISIOTERAPÊUTICA NA JUSTIÇA DO TRABALHO
Authors: Do Rosário Ana Carla Gato , Livramento Rosileide Alves , Melo Lucas Augusto Santos da Silva
Published: November 2023

Introdução: a perícia fisioterapêutica é uma área profissional promissora e recém-estabelecida, desenvolveu-se em resposta a necessidade de perícias mais detalhadas, visando eliminar erros acerca da atividade funcional do funcionário. Objetivo: Mostrar a importância das perícias fisioterapêuticas para a justiça do trabalho. Metodologia: Esta pesquisa trata-se de uma revisão de literatura, foram utilizadas as seguintes bases de dados: Capes, Revistas Cientificas e Periódicos de Universidades Federais e Estaduais. Resultados: observou-se que o fisioterapeuta é um profissional totalmente habilitado e amparado legalmente para fornecer serviços de perícia cinesiológica funcional à Justiça do Trabalho, possuindo conhecimentos aprofundados em cinesiologia e biomecânica durante a graduação, auxiliando o juiz na decisão final com laudos mais fidedignos à identificação dos distúrbios do movimento e estabelecimento do nexo causal. Considerações finais: conclui-se que o fisioterapeuta possui aptidão legal e conhecimento técnico-cientifico, essencial para a realização de perícias fisioterapêuticas judicias, entretanto, são poucos os estudos sobre esse novo campo de atuação profissional, dessa forma é necessária a criação de novas pesquisas sobre a temática.
Constraints Influencing the Efficacy of a PGCE Mathematics Program: A Case Study
Authors: Verster Jacques , Sayed Yusuf
Published: November 2023

The learning attainment of South African learners in mathematics is, as The International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) data reveal, far from optimal. A key contributing factor is a shortage of competent and confident qualified mathematics teachers. The Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) offered at South African universities is a key qualification designed to address this challenge (amongst others, such as the Bachelor of Education [B.Ed.]). However, the success of the PGCE as a preparation for mathematics teachers is not without concern, as this paper argues. Using a qualitative case study focusing on a PGCE with a mathematics focus offered by a university of technology, this paper discusses the constraints identified by prospective teachers and teacher educators. Constraints are explored by focusing on the curriculum, partnerships, and policy relating to the delivery of the PGCE as true and critical to the efficacy of the program. The paper contributes to context-specific understanding of the constraints influencing the PGCE’s efficacy (as offered in 2014) in developing newly qualified teachers’ (NQTs) skills and knowledge to be confident and competent mathematics teachers. Keywords: Post Graduate Certificate in Education; mathematics; learning to teach; governance; curriculum. Les données d’une enquête internationale portant sur les acquis scolaires en mathématiques et en sciences (TIMSS) révèlent que le rendement des apprenants sud-africains en mathématiques est loin d’être optimal. Un facteur qui contribue de façon significative à ce phénomène est le manque d’enseignants qualifiés qui sont compétents et confiants. Le certificat d’études supérieures en éducation (PGCE) offert dans les universités en Afrique du Sud est une qualification importante conçue pour faire face à ce défi (le Baccalauréat en Éducation, entre autres). Toutefois, la réussite du PGCE comme outil de préparation pour les enseignants n’est pas sans inquiétude, comme le soutient cet article. En s’appuyant sur une étude de cas qualitative portant sur un PGCE avec une majeur en mathématiques et offert par une université de technologie, cet article discute des contraintes identifiées par de futurs enseignants et formateurs d’enseignants. Les contraintes sont examinées en se penchant sur le curriculum, les partenariats et les politiques relatives à la prestation du PGCE pour évaluer dans quelle mesure ils sont véritables et essentiels au programme. Cet article contribue à une compréhension, propre au contexte, des contraintes qui influencent l’efficacité du PGCE (tel qu’offert en 2014) à développer les compétences et les connaissances de nouveaux diplômés pour qu’ils soient des enseignants confiants et compétents. Mots clés diplôme d’études supérieures en éducation mathématiques; apprendre à enseigner; gouvernance; curriculum
What are Parents’ Perceptions of the Nature of Their Participation at the High School Level?
Authors: Lal Rita , Adams Pamela , Mombourquette Carmen
Published: November 2023

The purpose of this study was to gain insight from parents and guardians about their experiences of involvement in the education of their high school aged children. Data were gathered using interviews for nine randomly selected participants from an urban high school in Alberta, Canada. Thematic analysis identified the types of activities parents perceived to constitute participation, barriers encountered, and potential school structures to enhance future involvement. Findings revealed that parents considered volunteering, attending activities, academic support, school council, and providing feedback as valued types of participation. Barriers were classified as child-based challenges, school-based challenges, and parent-based limitations. Key words: secondary education, parent engagement, parent participation, educational administration, school leadership L'objectif de cette étude était d'obtenir des informations de la part des parents et des tuteurs sur leurs expériences de participation à l'éducation de leurs enfants en âge de fréquenter l'école secondaire. Les données ont été recueillies au moyen d'entretiens avec neuf participants choisis au hasard dans une école secondaire en milieu urbain en Alberta, au Canada. L'analyse thématique a permis d'identifier les types d'activités que les parents considèrent comme constituant une participation, les obstacles rencontrés et les structures scolaires potentielles pour améliorer la participation à l’avenir. Les résultats ont révélé que les parents considéraient le bénévolat, la participation aux activités, le soutien scolaire, le conseil d'école et le fait de fournir des commentaires comme des types de participation appréciés. Les obstacles ont été classés comme des défis liés à l'enfant, des défis liés à l'école et des limites liées aux parents. Mots-clés: enseignement secondaire, engagement des parents, participation des parents, administration de l'éducation, direction des écoles
Roots of Collaborative Inquiry and Generative Dialogue for Educational Leadership
Authors: Smith Robert James , Petta Koralia , Markopoulos Christos
Published: November 2023

The twin processes of collaborative inquiry and generative dialogue underpin two closely aligned and increasingly influential school leadership development programs, one in Alberta, Canada, and the other in New South Wales, Australia. This paper focuses primarily on the Australian program, the character of which has been strongly influenced by its Canadian predecessor. Of interest in the paper is the nature of the foundations of collaborative inquiry and generative dialogue, and the relationship of these processes to an expressed need for better leadership development in the Australian school sector. David Townsend and Pam Adams, who are principally responsible for generating a school leadership development model based on the use of both collaborative inquiry and generative dialogue, have sought to show how these two processes should function seamlessly, but there is more to be said about the nature of their relationship. This paper seeks to throw more light on the integral role played by generative dialogue in empowering collaborative inquiry in the context of school leadership development. Keywords: generative dialogue, collaborative inquiry, school leadership, leadership development, educational leadership programs Les processus jumeaux de l'enquête collaborative et du dialogue génératif sous-tendent deux programmes de développement du leadership scolaire étroitement alignés et de plus en plus influents, l'un en Alberta, au Canada, et l'autre en Nouvelle-Galles du Sud, en Australie. Cet article se concentre principalement sur le programme australien, dont le caractère a été fortement influencé par son prédécesseur canadien. Il s'intéresse à la nature des fondements de l'enquête collaborative et du dialogue génératif, ainsi qu'à la relation entre ces processus et le besoin exprimé d'un meilleur développement du leadership dans le secteur scolaire australien. David Townsend et Pam Adams, qui sont les principaux responsables de la création d'un modèle de développement du leadership scolaire basé sur l'utilisation de l'enquête collaborative et du dialogue génératif, ont cherché à montrer comment ces deux processus devraient fonctionner de manière transparente, mais il y a plus à dire sur la nature de leur relation. Cet article vise à mettre en lumière le rôle intégral joué par le dialogue génératif dans l'autonomisation de l'enquête collaborative dans le contexte du développement du leadership scolaire. Mots clés : dialogue génératif, enquête collaborative, leadership scolaire, développement du leadership, programmes de leadership scolaire
Northern Rural and Indigenous Canadian Children’s Responses to an Open-ended Writing Task: Comparisons of Children in First and Second Year of Kindergarten
Authors: Stagg Peterson Shelley , Friedrich Nicola , Portier Christine
Published: November 2023

In this study, we offer a unique perspective of time spent in kindergarten and young children’s writing by presenting a multi-dimensional analysis of the writing of 72 children (5-years-old) living in northern communities in two Canadian provinces. We administered the Drawing, Writing, Talking Task (DWTT), a research-based classroom tool, in the fall and spring to children attending kindergarten in seven (six rural and one First Nations) schools. We assessed their writing in terms of their use of letters to write words, their spelling stage, and their intended content. Although the fall writing samples of children in their first year of kindergarten were significantly less developed than those of similar-aged children beginning their second year of kindergarten, by spring, the children’s writing was comparable. Our research adds to the literature on children’s learning and time spent in kindergarten by focusing on characteristics of young children’s writing, rather than test scores. Key words: writing assessment; early literacy; junior and senior kindergarten; Indigenous children’s literacy; rural children’s literacy Dans cette étude, nous offrons une perspective unique du temps passé à la maternelle et de l'écriture des jeunes enfants en présentant une analyse multidimensionnelle de l'écriture de 72 enfants âgés de 5 ans vivant dans des communautés nordiques de deux provinces canadiennes. Nous avons administré le Drawing, Writing, Talking Task (DWTT), un outil de classe basé sur la recherche, à l'automne et au printemps à des enfants fréquentant la maternelle dans sept écoles (six écoles rurales et une école des Premières nations). Nous avons évalué leur écriture en fonction de leur utilisation des lettres pour écrire des mots, de leur stade d'orthographe et du contenu visé. Bien que les échantillons d'écriture de l'automne des enfants en première année de maternelle étaient significativement moins développés que ceux d'enfants d'âge similaire commençant leur deuxième année de maternelle, au printemps, l'écriture des enfants était comparable. Notre recherche s'ajoute à la littérature sur l'apprentissage des enfants et le temps passé en maternelle en se concentrant sur les caractéristiques de l'écriture des jeunes enfants plutôt que sur les résultats des tests. Mots clés: évaluation de l'écriture; littératie précoce; maternelle et jardin d'enfants; littératie des enfants autochtones; littératie des enfants en milieu rural
Classroom Incivility, Gender, Race, and Indigeneity in Higher Education: Faculty Perspectives on Social Factors and Identity Markers
Authors: Piquemal Nathalie , Mahmud Md Nazim , Damasceno Cintia , Heringer Rebeca
Published: November 2023

Based on 20 semi-structured interviews with faculty members from a mid-sized university in Western Canada, this paper offers an examination of research participants’ experiences and perceptions of classroom incivility, particularly those that are shaped by social factors such as identity markers (race, ethnicity, gender) as well as cultural beliefs regarding what is considered politically sensitive subject-matter (in this case, indigeneity). Data analysis reveals that when research participants detect instances of incivility expressed as resentment around race, gender, and indigeneity, they struggle to find a balance between taking up the teaching moment and maintaining safe space. This paper offers a reflection on the extent to which research participants choose to assume intellectual candor when making sense of incivility. Pedagogical responses are highlighted in an effort to recognize the importance of a critical consciousness about social positioning, race relations, power, and privilege. Key words: Incivility, Race, Gender, Indigeneity, Higher Education. Reposant sur 20 entrevues semi-structurées avec des membres du corps professoral d'une université de taille moyenne dans l'Ouest canadien, cet article propose un examen des expériences et des perceptions des participants à la recherche en matière d'incivilité en classe, particulièrement celles qui sont façonnées par des facteurs sociaux tels que les marqueurs d'identité (race, ethnicité, sexe) ainsi que les croyances culturelles concernant ce qui est considéré comme un sujet politiquement sensible (dans ce cas, l'indigénéité). L'analyse des données révèle que lorsque les participants à la recherche détectent des cas d'incivilité exprimés sous forme de ressentiment autour de la race, du genre et de l'indigénéité, ils luttent pour trouver un équilibre entre la prise en charge du moment d'enseignement et le maintien d'un espace sûr. Cet article propose une réflexion sur la mesure dans laquelle les participants à la recherche choisissent d'assumer la franchise intellectuelle lorsqu'ils donnent un sens à l'incivilité. Les réponses pédagogiques sont mises en évidence dans le but de reconnaître l'importance d'une conscience critique du positionnement social, des relations raciales, du pouvoir et des privilèges. Mots clés : incivilité, race, genre, indigénéité, éducation supérieur
Researching Understandings of the Child in Intercultural Marriages: Trying Out a Hermeneutic Interview Protocol
Authors: Tine Janine , Ellis Julia
Published: November 2023

In interpretive inquiry, researchers need interviewing approaches that will create possibilities for insight and holistic understanding. A hermeneutic interview protocol was developed and refined over a number of years in the context of an interpretive inquiry course. In this study, one of the authors examines her experience with using this interview framework in a practice inquiry for her research on “understandings of the child” in intercultural marriages. The study identifies the misgivings and doubts she experienced before and during the interview. It also illustrates how the structure of the interview supported the interview participant in reflecting upon and reconstructing his experience and supported the researcher in accomplishing a fusion of horizons. The interview framework invited stories from different important contexts and having stories from across time, place, and activity enabled the researcher to identify themes. Clarity about themes meant that important stories could be interpreted with more confidence. Keywords: hermeneutics; pre-interview activities; case studies; interpretive inquiry; open-ended interview questions Dans le cadre d'une enquête interprétative, les chercheurs ont besoin d'approches aux entrevues qui créent des possibilités de compréhension holistique et de vision. Un protocole d'entrevue herméneutique a été développé et affiné pendant plusieurs années dans le contexte d'un cours sur l'enquête interprétative. Dans cette étude, l'une des auteures examine son expérience de l'utilisation de ce cadre d'entrevue dans une enquête pratique pour sa recherche sur les "conceptions de l'enfant" dans les mariages interculturels. L'étude identifie les réticences et les doutes qu'elle a éprouvés avant et pendant l'entrevue. L’étude illustre également dans quelle mesure la structure de l'entrevue a aidé le participant à réfléchir et à reconstruire son expérience et a aidé la chercheure à réaliser une fusion des horizons. Le cadre de l'entrevue invitait à raconter des histoires provenant de différents contextes importants et le fait d'avoir des histoires à travers le temps, le lieu et l'activité a permis à la chercheure d'identifier des thèmes. La précision des thèmes a permis d'interpréter les histoires importantes avec plus de confiance. Mots clés : herméneutique ; activités de pré-entrevue ; études de cas ; enquête interprétative ; questions d'entrevue ouvertes
Stories Alberta Social Studies Teachers Tell: Influences of Christianity, Liberalism, and Secularism
Authors: Patrick Margie
Published: November 2023

This article examines how cultural and historical narratives influence the stories Alberta teachers tell about religion in their secondary social studies classrooms. The stories reveal the degree to which teachers are both thoughtful practitioners and shaped by their society. Study participants reflected this tension as the majority took religion seriously in all its complexity but also inadvertently re-inscribed secular liberal assumptions about religion that ultimately narrowed the stories. Particular attention is paid to teachers’ definitions of religion, including its relationship with conflict, and the connections among religion, citizenship, and multiculturalism. Definitions are crucial, and when unexamined, they impact the stories teachers tell. Keywords: Religion, Secularism, Citizenship, Liberalism, Religion Education Cet article examine l’influence des récits culturels et historiques sur les histoires que racontent les enseignants albertains sur la religion dans leurs classes d'études sociales secondaires. Ces récits révèlent à quel point les enseignants sont à la fois des praticiens réfléchis et façonnés par leur société. Les participants à l'étude reflètent cette tension, car la majorité d'entre eux prennent la religion au sérieux dans toute sa complexité, mais réinscrivent aussi par inadvertance des hypothèses libérales séculaires sur la religion qui finissent par restreindre les récits. Nous accordons une attention particulière aux définitions de la religion par les enseignants, y compris sa relation avec les conflits, et aux liens entre religion, citoyenneté et multiculturalisme. Les définitions sont cruciales, et lorsqu'elles ne sont pas examinées, elles ont un impact sur les histoires que racontent les enseignants. Mots clés : religion, laïcité, citoyenneté, libéralisme, éducation religieuse
The Practice of Excluding Students from Large-scale Assessments: Interviews with Principals
Authors: Miller Tess , FitzGerald Anne Marie , Xu Han
Published: November 2023

Given the shortage of literature examining exclusion rate practices in Canada, this study reported on exclusion rate practices from principals' perspectives. Specifically, factors influencing principals’ decision-making regarding excluding students from large-scale assessments (LSAs) were explored. We inquired about factors and implications of social promotion as well as decision-making based on compassion, particularly in relation to students who were working below grade level. Using a qualitative research design, we conducted interviews with eight school principals and one vice-principal. Findings revealed an absence of clarity and governance in LSAs that likely influenced differences in principals’ decision-making. Some principals would automatically exclude students who had an Individualized Education Plan, while others would review student files to determine which students to exclude. There was also a discrepancy surrounding which educational supports were permitted on the LSAs. Keywords: Large-scale Assessment, Exclusion Rates, Social Promotion, Principal Leadership, Accountability Étant donné le manque de documentation sur les pratiques en matière de taux d'exclusion au Canada, cette étude porte sur les pratiques en matière de taux d'exclusion du point de vue des directeurs d'école. Plus précisément, nous avons exploré les facteurs qui influencent la prise de décision des directeurs d'école concernant l'exclusion des élèves des évaluations à grande échelle (EGE). Nous nous sommes renseignées sur les facteurs et les implications de la promotion sociale ainsi que sur la prise de décision fondée sur la compassion, en particulier en ce qui concerne les élèves qui travaillent en dessous du niveau scolaire. À l'aide d'un modèle de recherche qualitative, nous avons mené des entretiens avec huit directeurs d'école et un directeur adjoint. Les résultats ont révélé un manque de clarté et de gouvernance dans les EGE, ce qui a probablement influencé les différences dans les décisions des directeurs d'école. Certains directeurs d'école excluaient automatiquement les élèves qui avaient un plan d'enseignement personnalisé, tandis que d'autres examinaient les dossiers des élèves pour déterminer lesquels exclure. Il y avait également une divergence quant aux soutiens éducatifs autorisés dans le contexte des EGE. Mots clés : évaluation à grande échelle, taux d'exclusion, promotion sociale, leadership du directeur d'école, responsabilisation