bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Competencias y habilidades para el diseño curricular en la formación de postgrado en biotecnología, República Dominicana
Authors: Solís Omar , Núñez Alberto
Published: November 2024

La oferta académica de postgrado en Biotecnología de las Instituciones de Educación Superior dominicanas es aún insuficiente. Resulta necesario hacer un análisis de las competencias que deben ser contempladas para el diseño curricular de postgrado en Biotecnología en República Dominicana. Se realizó un estudio cuantitativo de corte transversal mediante entrevistas a 30 expertos dominicanos de la Biotecnología, mediante un cuestionario de 45 competencias y habilidades, cuyos resultados se compararon con las competencias y habilidades requeridas en Estados Unidos y Reino Unido. Se propone un marco de referencia de competencias, habilidades técnicas y otras habilidades que no difiere sustancialmente de las prioridades que se otorgan en esos países. Se identificaron competencias y habilidades que se complementan con el desarrollo actual de la Biotecnología (Bioinformática y Telemedicina). Las competencias en habilidades de negocios del sector biotecnológico es un campo emergente a ser considerado en el diseño curricular.
Tabla de la normalidad de las pruebas psicométricas para el diagnóstico de encefalopatía hepática subclínica en la población dominicana
Authors: Féliz Sterling , Peguero Matilde , García Segura Gabriela , Pérez Méndez Luis , Marlene Pérez Norma , Torres Kenia , Bayona Lucia
Published: November 2024

Introducción: La encefalopatía hepática mínima (EHM), es una enfermedad definida por la existencia de varias alteraciones neurofisiológicas, indetectables a la exploración neurológica y el examen clínico. Dentro de las estrategias diagnosticas para la EHM se contemplan las pruebas psicométricas (PHE), pero para su aplicación es indispensable la estandarización previamente en la población de estudio.
Objetivo: El estudio se propuso determinar la tabla de la normalidad de las PHE para diagnosticar la encefalopatía hepática subclínica en una muestra de la población dominicana.
Método: Se realizó un estudio descriptivo, prospectivo y transversal en un hospital de referencia nacional. Se analizaron 134 personas clasificados por grupos de edades (18-70 años de edad) y años de escolaridad. Se diseñó una tabla de 5x5. Se estudió la influencia de la edad, sexo, uso de espejuelo y de los años de escolarización en el rendimiento de cada uno de las PHE, para lo cual se utilizaron las siguientes pruebas estadísticas: análisis de varianza (ANOVA), prueba t de Student y regresión lineal.
Resultado: La escolaridad y la edad fueron variables determinantes en el desempeño de las 5 pruebas psicométricas. Pero, la correlación univariable de la edad con el desempeño de la prueba TMS no hubo diferencias intra e inter grupos estadísticamente significativas (p>0.171).
Conclusión: se confecciono la fórmula de predicción de resultados de los test psicométricos. Ninguno sobrepasó el punto de corte de la puntuación que oscila entre los -4 y los +2 puntos.
Impacto de las clases virtuales en la salud mental de la población pediátrica durante la pandemia de COVID-19 en septiembre-diciembre 2021
Authors: Jimenez Cedano Missel Maria , Gomez Guzman Paola Alejandra , Cepeda Marte Jenny , Morillo Zuleika
Published: November 2024

Introducción: El COVID-19 ha afectado la salud mental de la población pediátrica. Con la transición a la virtualidad, se han identificado posturas positivas y negativas. Debido a la diferencia de características sociodemográficas que posee la República Dominicana, es necesario describir el efecto de dichos cambios en la salud mental dentro de este contexto.
Objetivo: Evaluar el efecto de las clases virtuales en la salud mental de los pacientes pediátricos.
Metodología: Se utilizó el cuestionario de capacidades y dificultades en los pacientes que asistieron a consulta general. Se asignó una puntuación con la escala de puntuación estandarizada y se analizaron los resultados en gráficos de frecuencia y pruebas de correlación de spearman.
Resultados: Existe una frecuencia del 10,4% (n=34) de alto riesgo de desarrollar algún trastorno psiquiátrico. Se observaron correlaciones débiles entre menor edad y trastorno de conducta, r(365) = -0,111, p = 0,034, y sexo masculino y cualquier trastorno pediátrico, r(365) = -0,131, p = 0,012. Hay una incidencia de 51,5% de síntomas físicos. Un 45.5% y un 30.2% identificó mejores e iguales calificaciones.
Conclusión: Es necesario investigar los efectos identificados agregando la evaluación de especialistas para mayor precisión de los hallazgos observados.
El desempeño del ChatGPT en la resolución de un examen de residencia médica: ¿un indicador de la evolución de inteligencia artificial en educación médica?
Authors: Valdez Disla Alexander , Nouri Kandany Vahid , Valdez Pascual
Published: November 2024

Introducción:
ChatGPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformeres) una herramienta de procesamiento de lenguaje natural desarrollada por OpenAI que utiliza el modelo de lenguaje GPT para generar respuestas similares al lenguaje humano natural. Esta tecnología ha demostrado su capacidad para completar tareas complejas y ha atraído la atención en el ámbito educativo, especialmente en la medicina. El objetivo de este estudio es evaluar el desempeño de ChatGPT en la resolución de preguntas del examen de residencia médica para optar por una especialidad (ENURM) en la República Dominicana en 2023.

Métodos:
Se ingresaron las 100 preguntas del examen ENURM de 2023 en formato de preguntas de selección múltiple en ChatGPT 3.5, con la instrucción de "seleccionar la respuesta correcta a la siguiente pregunta del examen ENURM 2023". Se realizó un estudio descriptivo transversal para evaluar el desempeño de la herramienta.

Resultados:
ChatGPT logró una precisión del 77% en las respuestas proporcionadas, mientras que el 23% de las preguntas no fueron respondidas correctamente. Al desglosar el rendimiento por tipo de pregunta, ChatGPT mostró una eficacia del 74.6% en preguntas directas y del 88.2% en casos clínicos. las especialidades en las cuales se identificaron respuestas incorrectas incluyen hematología, gastroenterología, cardiología, anatomía, genética, cirugía, pediatría, ginecología e infectología. A pesar de estas limitaciones, es relevante destacar que el desempeño de ChatGPT superó el promedio general de los aspirantes a residencias médicas en términos de precisión de respuestas.

Conclusiones:
ChatGPT demostró un buen desempeño en la respuesta a preguntas de examen ENURM. Esta herramienta puede ser útil para el procesamiento del lenguaje natural en la educación médica aún con sus limitaciones y no puede reemplazar la enseñanza tradicional y la experiencia clínica.
Morfología cardíaca, lesiones coronarias, y electrocardiografía en angioplastia primaria: síndrome coronario agudo en una cohorte de la República Dominicana
Authors: Cruz Díaz Licurgo , López Luis , Gutiérrez Anthony , Santana Vilma , Hernández Michele
Published: November 2024

Introducción:
La angioplastia primaria es crucial en el tratamiento del infarto agudo de miocardio con elevación del ST, y la garantía de su éxito podría estar determinado por la evaluación de múltiples factores previo al procedimiento, incluyendo características sociodemográficas, anatómicas y electrocardiográficas.

Objetivos:
Este estudio busca comprender cómo las características morfológicas cardíacas, lesiones coronarias y variaciones electrocardiográficas se relacionan en pacientes dominicanos sometidos a angioplastia primaria.

Materiales y métodos:
Se llevó a cabo un estudio observacional transversal en pacientes de Santiago de los Caballeros entre enero de 2020 y febrero de 2022. Se recopilaron datos demográficos, electrocardiográficos, ecocardiográficos y angiográficos, y se analizó la relación entre la complejidad de las lesiones coronarias, la puntuación QRS y las variables morfológicas del corazón.

Resultados:
Se incluyeron 25 pacientes, en su mayoría hombres (72%), con una alta prevalencia de diabetes (64.7%). La duración promedio del QRS fue de 116±27.0 ms. Las anormalidades cardíacas más comunes fueron la hipertrofia ventricular izquierda (17.4%) y los bloqueos de rama (8.7%). Los tiempos de atención promedio fueron de 90 minutos hasta el diagnóstico y 60 minutos hasta la angioplastia. El SYNTAX score promedio fue de 26.7±10.8, indicando una complejidad intermedia. Las variables morfológicas no mostraron correlación significativa ni con la complejidad de las lesiones coronarias ni con la gravedad del daño isquémico.

Conclusión:
Este estudio sugiere que, en pacientes con síndrome coronario agudo en la República Dominicana, la complejidad de las lesiones coronarias y la gravedad del daño isquémico no están necesariamente relacionadas. La evaluación individualizada de factores como género, comorbilidades, electrofisiología y anatomía cardíaca es fundamental en la planificación de la angioplastia primaria. Se requieren investigaciones adicionales con muestras más amplias para confirmar estos hallazgos.
Síndrome de netherton: reporte de un caso
Authors: Blanco Daisy M. , Suarez Jhonnisa , Estévez Arianna , Estévez Alexa
Published: November 2024

El síndrome de Netherton (SN) es una enfermedad con herencia autosómica recesiva caracterizada por la triada clínica: ictiosis lineal circunfleja, diátesis atópica y anormalidades del tallo piloso. El diagnóstico puede ser complejo debido a la variabilidad de su presentación y cambios a lo largo del tiempo. Se presenta el caso de un masculino de 7 años de edad con dermatosis generalizada presente desde el nacimiento, consistente en múltiples placas eritematosas y descamativas, policíclicas, de bordes mal definidos e irregulares y tamaños variables. Algunas excoriadas, otras cubiertas de costras serohemáticas e intensamente pruriginosas.
Memory Optimization using Dynamic Programming: A Comprehensive
Authors: Borchate Rutuja , Jibhe Saloni , Bhandane Tanvi , Pandit Prof. Dipti
Published: November 2024

Abstract: Dynamic Programming (DP) is one of the main techniques applied in problem solving by breaking a complex problem into its small, easier parts. It focuses on how these parallel methods are applied in current parallel computing systems, especially shared memory systems using OpenMP and distributed memory systems using MPI. We analyzed and compared execution times, scalability, and communication costs in which these parallel DP methods perform well. Shared memory systems are easier to implement for small to medium problems because they have low communication costs. Distributed memory systems are better suited for large problems though distributed memory systems have higher communication costs. This gives one an idea of the strengths and weaknesses associated with different parallel DP methods. It also enables the choice of the most relevant methods according to the features of the computing problem
E-Fraud Prevention Based on the Self-Authentication of E- Documents based on Improved Particle Swarm Optimization (IPSO) Algorithm and Support Vector Machine (SVM) Techniques
Authors: Kulkarni Utkarsha , Paikrao Rahul
Published: November 2024

Abstract: Fraud is an intentionally deceptive action designed to provide the perpetrator with an unlawful gain or deny a victim a right. Fraud activities can be carried out by individuals, multiple individuals, or a business firm. This research aims to construct a deep convolutional neural network model to detect anomalies from regular patterns produced by competitive swarm optimization, with a strong focus and emphasis on fraud scenarios that cannot be detected using prior records or supervised learning. This algorithm classifies the fraud activity using real-time and another available dataset compared with the existing algorithms
How Artificial Intelligence Enhances Economic Growth and Development
Authors: M Promod Kumar B , Baig M M Aatifulla
Published: November 2024

Abstract: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the global economy by introducing innovative solutions to traditional problems, enhancing productivity, and creating new markets. This paper explores how AI contributes to economic growth through applications in diverse industries such as healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and logistics. It discusses AI's ability to drive decision-making, optimize resource allocation, and foster technological innovation. Additionally, the review considers labor market impacts, regulatory challenges, and ethical concerns, offering strategies for inclusive and sustainable AI-driven economic development. While the potential for AI is vast, navigating its risks requires collaboration between governments, businesses, and societies.
Analysis of e-worksheet based on SDG-13 in climate change material
Authors: Fadilah Nurul , Pratama Anggi Tias , Subiantoro Agung
Published: November 2024

E-worksheets are needed to support learning of SDG-13 material on climate change material, but analysis related to this has not attracted much attention from researchers. The purpose of this study was to determine the needs of students related to digital-based teaching materials that they want to apply in the classroom in biology learning, especially on climate change material to show the phenomenon of global warming with the application of the Merdeka Curriculum. The use of digital-based media is still very suboptimal in utilization, especially in the material of climate change in biology subjects. This quantitative research was conducted using questionnaire techniques, namely giving questionnaires to X-grade students in two schools, namely SMAN in Yogyakarta and SMAN in South Sulawesi Regency, and descriptive techniques were used for analysis tools. The results of student respondents show that 100% want to use electronic worksheets as a learning medium on climate change material. The implication of this research is expected to increase the potential use of digital-based teaching materials and realize the 21st-century era that relies on technology.
Analysis of biology midterm exam items using a comparison of the classical theory test and the Rasch model
Authors: Priyani Tanti , Sugiharto Bowo
Published: November 2024

In biology learning, test instruments are essential for assessing students' understanding of complex concepts. A test instrument is a crucial factor in learning evaluation; however, its implementation remains minimal. This descriptive quantitative study aims to analyze the quality of test items using the classical approach in terms of validity, reliability, difficulty index, discrimination power, distractor effectiveness, and the Rasch model analysis. The data consists of 30 multiple-choice questions from a biology midterm exam administered to 40 students. Classical test data analysis uses Microsoft Excel, while Rasch model analysis uses Winsteps software. The validity test results from both approaches show 14 valid questions and 16 invalid ones. The reliability scores are 0.619 (adequate) for the classical approach's Cronbach's Alpha, 0.85 (good) for the Rasch model, and 0.65 (weak) for personal reliability. The classical test theory and the Rasch model categorize item difficulty into four levels. The classical approach produces five categories for item discrimination, while the Rasch model identifies three groups based on the item separation index (H=3.45) and two groups based on respondent ability (H=1.96). Distractor effectiveness shows 93.3% functional distractors in the classical test and 80% in the Rasch model. The Rasch model offers greater precision in measuring student ability and detecting bias. Both models should be integrated for comprehensive item analysis. Future tests should focus on improving invalid items and the quality of distractors.
Validating instrument to assess science literacy and independent learning skills in high school
Authors: Alfi Bebi Ramalia , Paidi P. , Pratama Anggi Tias
Published: November 2024

Inadequate science literacy and independent learning hinder students' ability to analyze scientific information. This study aimed to develop and validate a measurement instrument to assess science literacy and independent learning skills among high school students. The instrument was piloted with 20 twelfth-grade students at SMAN 03 Kota Yogyakarta to assess its reliability and validity. The validated instrument was administered to 20 eleventh-grade students at the same school to identify the profiles of these two skills and explore their relationship in the context of the nervous system. The validity analysis demonstrated that both the science literacy and independent learning instruments exhibited strong validity. Pearson correlation analysis revealed that 20 items in the independent learning questionnaire were strongly correlated with the total score. Rasch analysis of the science literacy test indicated low infit mean square values, appropriate p-values, and high point biserial values, suggesting well-functioning items. Cronbach's alpha reliability coefficients for both instruments were excellent. The profile analysis revealed a discrepancy, with many students showing high independent learning levels but low science literacy scores on the nervous system topic. This gap suggests that even students capable of independent learning may face challenges in grasping specific scientific concepts.
Ethnobotany of Dayak medicinal plants in Kayu Ara village, Landak regency as a learning resource
Authors: Sunarya Dede , Rahayu Hanum Mukti , Sunandar Ari
Published: November 2024

The lack of scientific documentation on the ethnobotany of Dayak medicinal plants makes this knowledge vulnerable to disappearing. Ethnobotany as a learning resource is one very effective step to make students more familiar with and love the knowledge of their ancestors. The purpose of this study was to determine the kinds of drugs and plants used by the community in Kayu Ara village and also the potential of ethnobotany of Dayak medicinal plants as a learning resource. This research uses a qualitative method where researchers divide 2 stages of research from collecting medicinal plant data by interview and observation. Interviews were conducted using snowball sampling technique. Further data collection is in the form of questionnaire results of potential biology learning resources. The results of the study found 21 types of medicinal plants which are divided into 16 families. The most widely used part is the leaves 45% and the least part of the fruit is only 3%. Potential learning resources obtained Clarity of Potential 88.89%, Suitability with Purpose 100%, Clarity of Target 91.67%, Clarity of Information Revealed 88.89%, Clarity of Exploration Guidelines 100%, Clarity of Expected Gain 100%. These results indicate that the ethnobotany of Dayak medicinal plants in kayu ara village, jelimpo sub-district, landak district is very effective in being used as a biology learning resource, especially in class X on biodiversity subject matter.
Ethnobotanical study of local wisdom on the Jembul Jepara tradition as a reference book
Authors: Arifa Syafira Ulfi , Kusumaningrum Serafica Btari Christiyani , Darmawan Ericka
Published: November 2024

The diversity of cultures in Indonesia, one of which is the Jembul Tradition, can be implemented through ethnobotanical studies that can support community knowledge. The purpose of this study is to find out the ethnobotanical profile in the Jembul Tradition and analyze the feasibility of reference books based on experts. The research method uses mixed research, namely descriptive research including ethnographic research and R&D (Research and Development) development research with the 4D development method. Data collection was carried out by interviews, observations, and documentation. The feasibility of reference books is carried out by validation from material experts and the media and then tested for public readability. The results of the study were obtained from 35 types of plants which were grouped into 22 orders. The developed reference books have been validated by material and media experts with an average of 84% with a very feasible category. The percentage of readability by the public was obtained on average 93.8% with a high category. It can be concluded that the book developed is worthy of being used as a source of knowledge for the general public.
Analysis of high school students' critical thinking ability in Bantul Regency on endocrine system material
Authors: Sari Eka Mustika , Yulianti Evy
Published: November 2024

Critical thinking is an essential ability for students in the 21st century, particularly in complex subjects like the endocrine system in biology, which requires a deeper conceptual understanding. This study aims to analyze the critical thinking ability profile of Grade XI high school students in Bantul Regency on the topic of the endocrine system, a subject often considered difficult due to its abstract nature. This research is a descriptive quantitative study using a purposive sampling technique, involving 260 Grade XI students from various high schools in Bantul Regency. The test used consists of 8 essay questions, designed based on Ennis’ critical thinking aspects. The results reveal that the overall critical thinking ability of these students is still very low. Specifically, the percentage results for each aspect are as follows: the elementary clarification aspect is 37.8% with a very low category, the basic support aspect is 47.4% with a low category, the inference aspect is 25.5% with a very low category, the advance clarification aspect is 54.2% with a low category, and the strategy and tactics aspect is 47.8% with a very low category. These results provide a broader understanding of the critical thinking ability of Grade XI high school students in Bantul Regency, which can serve as a basis for educators in developing and designing various learning innovations aimed at enhancing pupils' capacity for critical thought.
An ESD-oriented e-book based on siwalan of Tuban to enhance creative thinking skills
Authors: Sonia Shela , Yuliani Y. , Isnawati I.
Published: November 2024

The 21st-century skills require education in Indonesia to train 4C skills (Communication, Collaboration, Critical thinking, and Creative thinking), which are fundamental parts of students facing the era of society 5.0, one of which is creative thinking skills. Teaching materials to support these skills still need to be improved. This research aims to produce e-book based on the local wisdom of Siwalan (Borassus flabellifer L.) from Tuban oriented to Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) to train students in grade X creative thinking skills on valid and practical biodiversity material. The validity of e-book was determined by three experts, namely two expert lecturers and one biology teacher. Readability test results measured the practicality of e-book. The results of the validity test obtained a score of 3.88, which is a very valid category, while the practicality test based on the fry graph was categorized as practical at level 10, suitable for the reading of grade X students. The results showed that the e-book based on Siwalan local wisdom is valid and practical for learning. Integrating contextual learning materials based on local wisdom can train 21st-century skills that foster students' concern for sustainable development.
The effect of argument-driven inquiry to pre-service biology teachers’ argumentation skills and metacognitive awareness in Mendelian genetics
Authors: Anazifa Rizqa Devi , Paidi P. , Pratama Anggi Tias , Kurniawati Atik
Published: November 2024

In recent years, pre-service teacher education programs have recognized the importance of equipping future educators with the necessary skills such as argumentation skills and metacognitive awareness. However, the extent to these skills in ore-service biology teachers remains relatively unexplored. This study aimed to explore the effect of argument-driven inquiry on pre-service biology teachers’ argumentation skills and metacognitive awareness. This study also investigated the correlation between argumentation skills and metacognitive awareness in pre-service biology teachers. This research was conducted as quasi experiment using nonrandomized control group pretest–post-test design with two classes. One class as experiment group (N=44) which participated in series of activities in laboratory work using argument-driven inquiry, and control group (N=44) which participated in the regular laboratory activities. The laboratory work focused on the topic of mendelian genetic. This research was conducted on the second year of pre-service biology teachers in the Department of Biology Education. Data were generated by administrating pre-test and post-test on argumentation skill using open-ended question and metacognitive awareness using Metacognitive Awareness Inventory (MAI). Result showed a significant difference between experimental group and control group in argumentation skills (p value= .016) as well as in metacognitive awareness (p value = .005). However, the correlation between argumentation skills and metacognitive awareness were relatively low (r= -.119). This research findings can be used as suggestions for policy makers and educational institute to integrate argumentation skills and metacognitive awareness in designed for professional development program in teacher training program.
Holistic higher-order thinking in solving environmental problems: A profile of Indonesian undergraduate students
Authors: Mualimin M. , Pamungkas Rahmania
Published: November 2024

Holistic higher-order thinking (H-HOT) is needed by someone who lives in the 21st century to solve environmental problems. This study aims to determine the ability of H-HOT to solve environmental problems in undergraduate students of biology and biology education programs in Indonesia. The research used a survey method. The sample was taken using a purposive sampling technique, namely only undergraduate students from the biology and biology education program who had graduated from environmental theme lectures. The research instrument in the form of a H-HOT ability test in solving environmental problems is 10 numbers that have been validated by material and construction experts, and empirically validated given to 205 respondents online. Data in the form of H-HOT ability values ​​in solving environmental problems were analyzed descriptively and quantitatively. The results showed that the ability of H-HOT to solve environmental problems in undergraduate students of the biology study program obtained an average score of 24.81, biology education study program is 27.48, and overall average score of all undergraduate students from both the Biology study program and the Biology Education study program are 26.23. The conclusion of this study is that the ability of H-HOT in solving environmental problems in undergraduate students of biology and biology education programs is in a very low category so that efforts need to be made to improve. The study implies a need for improved educational approaches to enhance students' higher-order thinking skills for effectively solving environmental problems.
Diagnostic assessment to identify learning styles and critical thinking in independent learning
Authors: Sari Enita , Suryawati Evi , Mahadi Imam
Published: November 2024

Diagnostic assessment is a crucial step in the differentiated learning process as an implementation of the Merdeka curriculum. This study aimed to develop a diagnostic assessment instrument that can identify students' learning styles and critical thinking skills, especially in the Cell and Bioprocess material, in the context of implementing the Independent Curriculum. This study uses the Research and Development (R&D) method with the Borg and Gall development model. The subjects of the study were 35 grade X students of SMA Negeri 8 Pekanbaru who were selected randomly. Data analysis was carried out using the Rasch model with Winstep. The results of the study showed that the critical thinking diagnostic instrument had high validity and good reliability, while the learning style instrument had low reliability and needed further improvement. Several learning style assessment items were considered invalid and had to be adjusted or discarded. This diagnostic assessment instrument is expected to help teachers develop more effective learning strategies that are in accordance with the individual needs of students, so that it can improve the quality of learning, especially in understanding the Cell and Bioprocess material.
Pre-service biology teachers’ knowledge of the 21st-century skills and its associated instructional models: The Indonesian context
Authors: Jayanti Ummi Nur Afinni Dwi , Adlini Miza Nina , Wiryawan Yassir Ni’ma Rangga
Published: November 2024

Integrating the 21st-century skills into Indonesia’s education system is crucial for equipping students to face future challenges. This study investigates the knowledge of pre-service biology teachers in Indonesia regarding the 21st -century skills and their understanding of instructional models that support skill development. Conducted from March to September 2024, the research employed a cross-sectional survey design with a total sampling technique, involving 78 students from a Biology Education program at a public Islamic university in North Sumatra, all of whom had completed a course on biology learning strategies. Data were gathered using questionnaires and analyzed quantitatively to determine key trends. The findings indicate that although most students recognize the significance of the 21st-century skills in biology education, their understanding is limited. Only a small number could identify all essential skills, with creative thinking being the most recognized. Students were well-acquainted with project-based learning as a model for developing these skills but had limited knowledge of the structure and application of other instructional models, such as discovery and inquiry learning. These findings emphasize the need for curriculum improvement to deepen students’ comprehension of various instructional models and the integration of diverse information sources, enabling more effective integration of the 21st -century skills into biology education.
Developing project-based worksheet enriched with Pancasila student profile for junior high school
Authors: Santoso Budi , Kustiyowati K. , Waris W.
Published: November 2024

This research was motivated by the learning process carried out by teachers has not facilitated students adequately through the use of LKPD. Teachers tend to use textbooks which contain material summaries and practice questions. The objectives of this research are (1) To describe the validity of P5-based LKPD; and (2) Describe the practicality of P5-based LKPD. The research method used is research and development (R & D) with the ADDIE model, namely analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluations. The instruments used are validation sheets and teacher and student response questionnaire sheets. From a series of development processes carried out, it can be concluded that the LKPD based on the P5 Bhineka Tunggal Ika theme received a score of 91.75% and is within the very feasible criteria. Meanwhile, for the practicality of the LKPD based on the P5 theme of Bhinneka Tunggal Ika, the teacher gave a score of 90% and was within the very practical criteria and students gave a score of 92.2% and was within the very practical criteria. As a form of follow-up and as a limitation to the research objectives, the researcher recommends testing the effectiveness of LKPD based on the P5 theme of Bhineka Tunggal Ika
Development of an Arabic writing skills textbook based on collocations
Authors: Rusady Achmad Tito , Gumliar Rizki
Published: November 2024

This study aims to develop Arabic writing skills teaching materials based on collocations, assess their feasibility, and evaluate their effectiveness. Collocations are combinations of words that naturally and correctly go together according to the cultural norms of native speakers. This research and development utilized the ADDIE model, which consists of five stages: analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The study results revealed: (1) The Arabic writing skills teaching materials were developed with fourteen topics based on collocations, starting with short texts, presenting a column of collocating words, guided exercises conducted through discussions among students and/or with the lecturer, detailed explanations with examples from the Qur'an, hadith, and Arabic news, followed by exercises and concluded with motivational statements; (2) Feasibility was obtained from expert validation and student feedback after field practice, with the data showing that the developed textbook is highly suitable for publication and teaching; (3) Effectiveness was determined by comparing pretest and posttest results, with statistical analysis using SPSS indicating a significant difference.
Integrating disaster literacy in high school geography: Designing and testing a flood assessment tool
Authors: Tusam Mohamad , Somantri Lili , Setiawan Iwan
Published: November 2024

Indonesia's high vulnerability to flood disasters has significant social and educational impacts, especially on secondary school students. This research addresses the need for an effective flood disaster literacy tool by developing a credible and validated test instrument designed for high school geography education. Using the ADDIE model, this research involved the stages of review, creation, implementation, testing, and assessment. The study involved a sample of 30 students from SMA Negeri 1 Beber, Cirebon Regency, who were assessed for their understanding through a specially designed flood disaster literacy test. The results showed a mix of correct and incorrect answers, with notable variations in students' understanding. The test instrument showed high validity and reliability, with a KR-21 coefficient of 0.963, confirming its robustness. Despite a few invalid items, the instrument effectively evaluated key aspects of flood disaster literacy, including knowledge, attitudes and practical skills. The findings highlight strengths and areas for improvement in students' understanding, emphasising the need for targeted educational strategies. This research contributes to improving geography education by integrating disaster literacy and offers a foundation for future curriculum development.
STEM-based ecology module development for differentiated learning in agroecosystem of junior high schools
Authors: Hariyadi Slamet , Prihatin Jekti , Mabsutsah Nikmatin
Published: November 2024

The study aims to describe the development of an integrated STEM-based ecological module to improve creative thinking skills and learning outcomes in agroecosystems in differentiated learning. The research method is developing the Thiagarajan Four-D model with a one-group pretest-posttest design. Validation data were obtained from module validation, learning design, creative thinking skills rubric, and learning outcome test. Practicality is determined based on teacher and student responses, learning implementation, and readability tests. Effectiveness is determined based on the N-gain value of creative thinking skills and learning outcomes. The results of the study were very significant: the score of module validation was 90.21, the result of all practice indicators was 92.9, the N-gain effectiveness result of creative thinking skills was 0.86, and the N-gain result of learning outcomes was 0.92. In conclusion, the STEM-based ecological module in differentiated classes is valid, practical, and effective in improving creative thinking skills and learning outcomes.
Blooket: Alternative media for Arabic vocabulary learning for university students in Islamic boarding schools
Authors: Fatoni Ahmad , Firdaus Mochammad , Abdullah Ahmad Hafidz , Maturedy Faris , Mayasari Utari Dwi , Hidayanti Primasti Nur Yusrin
Published: November 2024

The utilization of digital platforms is one of the key factors in the success of learning activities. This applies to Arabic language learning activities for specific purposes for students. Instructors and teachers can  leverage digital platforms to provide students with new experiences in the learning process. One digital platform that can serve as an alternative medium is Blooket. This study aims to explore Arabic language classes for specific purposes with the aid of an educational game platform. Therefore, the researcher employs qualitative research to gain an in-depth understanding of the various phenomena occurring during these activities. The researcher uses observation techniques to monitor the atmosphere and interactions among students during the class. Documentation is also used to gather data in the form of supporting documents for these activities. The data is then analyzed using the Miles, Huberman, and Saldana analysis model, which consists of three stages: data condensation, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results of the study indicate that Arabic language classes for specific purposes consist of several activities. First, the instructor begins with an introduction to the Arabic language for the purpose of pilgrimage by inviting a pilgrimage guide. The skill focus of the learning is vocabulary mastery related to the conduct of the pilgrimage. Next, the instructor uses the educational game platform Blooket to motivate students and provide them with a new and engaging learning experience in Arabic. Students enthusiastically participate in the series of class activities. In addition, they gain new experiences regarding the use of the Blooket digital platform in Arabic language learning.
Culturally Tailored Lifestyle Intervention Improves Glycemic Control in a Newly Diagnosed Untreated Type 2 Diabetic Patient: A Case Report
Authors: Ugwuegbulem-Amadi Chinasa T. , Oseni Tijani I.A. , Busari Harafat B. , Akpoveso Oke-Oghene P.
Published: November 2024

Type 2 diabetes makes up about 90% of all diabetes cases and affects roughly 10% of adults worldwide, with a higher rate among non-Hispanic Black individuals than non-Hispanic White individuals. This case study presents a 45-year-old Black African female newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and referred from her primary healthcare provider with a fasting blood sugar (FBS) reading of 176.4 mg/dl, glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) of 7.8%, weight of 91.5 kg, waist circumference of 97.8 cm, BMI of 35.1 kg/m2, waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) of 0.61, and positive family history. The patient had a three-month culturally tailored lifestyle intervention consisting of structured physical activity and healthy local Ghanaian whole foods, plant-based meals, and social intervention. This led to remission with a FBS of 88.2mg/dl, HbA1c of 5.5%, weight of 82 kg, BMI of 31.4 kg/m2, waist circumference 91.4 cm, and a WHtR of 0.57. Blood pressure measurements were normal throughout the three months. A culturally adapted lifestyle intervention was used to achieve remission of type 2 diabetes in the patient. This underscores the role of lifestyle intervention as a cost-effective means of managing type 2 diabetes with remission necessitating the need for its incorporation into routine care for diabetes in primary care clinics.
Development and Effectiveness of a Self-compassion Program for Improve Interpersonal Competence in College students with Covert Narcissism Tendency
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Lee Yeon ok , Choi Bo Young
Published: November 2024

Objectives The purposes of this study is to develop a self-compassion program to improve the competence of college students with covert narcissism tendencies and to verify its effectiveness.
Methods For this purpose, applications were received from 20 participants, mainly from universities in the J region, and 10 each were randomly assigned to the experimental group and the control group. The experimental group underwent a self-compassion program twice a week, 90 minutes each session, for a total of 8 sessions. To verify the effectiveness of the program, pre-, post-, and follow-up tests were conducted on the covert narcissism, self-compassion, and interpersonal competence variables.
Results First, the self-compassion program was developed according to the program development model procedure, and the content and structure of the program were appropriate to achieve the goal. Second, the self-compassion program alleviated the covert narcissism of college students prone to covert narcissism and improved self-compassion and interpersonal competence.
Conclusions It was verified that self-compassion training was helpful for improving interpersonal competence by promoting self-compassion and alleviating covert narcissism among college students with icovert narcissism tendencies who complained of difficulties in interpersonal relationships. Therefore, it is expected that it will have a positive impact not only on the college life of college students with covert narcissism tendencies, but also on their lives as adults in society in the future.
The Effect of Nurses' Job Stress and Resilience on Nursing Professionalism in Comprehensive Nursing Service Wards: A Prediction model using the CHAID Regression Trees
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Kim Su-jin , Joung Kyoung Hwa
Published: November 2024

Objectives The purpose of this study was to identify the effects of job stress and resilience on nursing professionalism of nurses working in an comprehensive nursing service wards and build a prediction model.
Methods Participants included 188 nurses with a clinical experience of 1 year or more, who worked in the comprehensive nursing service wards of three general hospitals with more than 250 beds. Data was collected from January to February, 2023, and analyzed using t-test, one-way ANOVA, the Scheffé test, Pearson‘s correlation coefficients, hierachical linear regression analysis, and regression trees by using Chi-square automatic interaction detection (CHAID).
Results Nursing professionalism showed a statistically significant positive correlation with age (r=.18, p=.016), total experience as nurse (month) (r=.18, p=.016) and resilience (r=.56, p<.001). The adjusted R2 was 0.350, indicating that regression model explained 36.2% of nursing professionalism. Resilience had the greatest impact on nursing professionalism (β=.493, p<.001), followed by job satisfaction in comprehensive nursing care service ward (β=-.197, p=.001). In a regression tree model, wo main predictors of nursing professionalism were resilience and the atittude to interdepartmental rotation.
Conclusions Therefore, in order to improve the nursing professionalism of nurses working in the comprehensive nursing service wards, it is expected that a competency development education program will be developed based on the variables identified in this study.
Effects of Mock Classroom Demonstrations Linked to Extracurricular Programs: Focusing on Pre-Service Early Childhood Teachers' Major Satisfaction, Teaching Skills, Music Teaching Self-Efficacy, Pedagogical Content Knowledge
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Jo Hyeyoung
Published: November 2024

Objectives This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of mock classroom demonstrations linked to extracurricular programs for pre-service early childhood teachers, focusing on major satisfaction, teaching skills, music teaching self-efficacy, and pedagogical content knowledge.
Methods For this purpose, a study was conducted with 42 students (experimental group) from University A and 38 students (comparison group) from University B, both located in the Chungcheong region, who were enrolled in an early childhood music education course. Normality and trends were examined using SPSS 23.0, and the effectiveness was analyzed using independent samples t-tests and paired samples t-tests.
Results The main findings are as follows: Firstly, the experimental group demonstrated an improvement in post-test mean scores compared to their pre-test scores. In the comparison group, although some sub-factors showed improvement in post-test mean scores compared to pre-test scores, most scores decreased. Normality was confirmed, and homogeneity between the experimental and comparison groups was established. Secondly, the pre-test and post-test comparison within the experimental group indicated that post-test mean scores were significantly higher than pre-test mean scores across all factors. Conversely, the comparison group did not show statistically significant differences between pre-test and post-test scores. Comparison between the experimental and comparison groups revealed that the experimental group achieved significantly higher scores than the comparison group.
Conclusions The study results verified the effectiveness of integrating extracurricular programs into field-linked classes to enhance the overall understanding of majors among incoming students. Accordingly, the study aims to propose activation strategies for theoretical and practical courses through a tailored approach to integrating extracurricular programs.
Analysis of Teachers' and Admission Officers' Perceptions on the Student Comprehensive Evaluation System Following the Introduction of the High School Credit System: Focusing on the Documentation and Evaluation of Detailed Competence and Special Activity Records
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Cho Yong , You Ji-sun
Published: November 2024

Objectives This study aims to explore more effective methods of documenting and evaluating detailed competence and special activity records in the student comprehensive evaluation system following the introduction of the high school credit system. Through in-depth interviews, the research investigates the challenges faced by teachers and admission officers in writing and assessing these records.
Methods To this end, in-depth interviews were conducted with 10 expert teachers experienced in college admissions guidance and 13 current and former admission officers. The interview questions included topics such as the current state and improvement directions of documenting detailed competence and special activity records in the student comprehensive evaluation system, the anticipated changes in documentation following the introduction of the high school credit system, and the essential evaluation elements required for detailed competence and special activity records.
Results The analysis of teachers' and admission officers' perceptions regarding the student comprehensive evaluation system following the introduction of the high school credit system revealed opinions categorized into five key aspects: perception, current status, limitations, support, and solutions. This analysis uncovered the difficulties in documenting and evaluating detailed competence and special activity records within the student comprehensive evaluation system. Furthermore, the need for future support mechanisms and effective utilization methods for documenting these records following the introduction of the high school credit system was identified.
Conclusions Firstly, there is a need to enhance teachers' abilities in curriculum management and lesson design. Secondly, urgent improvements are required in the documentation of detailed competence and special activity records to ensure fairness in the student comprehensive evaluation system. Thirdly, institutional supplementation is necessary to evaluate a broader range of experiences to avoid overlooking students with high potential, especially due to the reduction in student record documentation.