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Suicide attempts: epidemiological and clinical characteristics Descriptive study carried out from the EPH of Ouargla 2020-2021
Authors: Bait Soumya
Published: November 2024

Suicide attempts are one of the main reasons for hospitalization in medical surgical emergencies. The purpose of our work was to determine the epidemiological and clinical characteristics of patients admitted to medical-surgical emergencies for attempted suicide.
We report a descriptive study of 44 cases of attempted suicide admitted to the medico-surgical emergency department of the public hospital Mohamed BOUDIAF Ouargla, during 12 months. The main diagnosis, of the patients included, was a suicide attempt by voluntary intoxication or autolysis.
In this study, the female sex was most represented (59%) with sex-ratio = 0, 69. The age group of 16 to 21 was the most represented (32%). The majority of suicides have a low level of instruction (average with a 43 %), 77 % are unemployed and 61 % of singles. The majority of suicidal resided in an urban area, 18% have particular organic affection and 27% have special psycho-psychiatric affection. 45% of suicides have special toxic habits (32% tobacco, 23% psychotropics). 68 % of patients have an exposure to other suicide in the entourage, the ingestion of the caustic was the most used autolysis means at 30 % followed by the '32% drug poisoning. The impulsiveness and the problems of the couple represent the causes of the most found act in 28 % of cases for each. 59% of suicides make TS for the first time and 41% are ≥ 2 times. 64% of suicides have persistent suicidal ideas and that 66% of patients regret their suicidal gesture.
The results of our study only reinforce the importance of researching them predictive and precipitating risk factors for suicidal behavior and this, in order to allow prevention, early diagnosis and adaptive management to improve symptomatology, avoid complications and maximally prevent risk from the passage to the self-lytic act.
مراحل تصميم الحملة الاتصالية والإعلامية
Authors: Benaoun Zoubir , Taibi Nawal , Derr Mohamed
Published: November 2024

نهدف من خلال هذه الورقة البحثية إلى عرض مراحل الحملة الاتصالية والإعلامية، من خلال التطرق إلى الاستراتيجيات الاتصالية التي يقوم بها القائم بالاتصال سواء إن كان فرداً، مؤسسة إعلامية أو مؤسسة تنظيمية، بقصد المُساهمة في تعريف القائمين بالاتصال في هذا المجال على مجموع الاستراتيجيات، التدابير والاستعدادات في سبيل تخطيط الحملات الاتصالية والإعلامية مثل: الحملات السياسية والانتخابية، الحملات الطبية، الحملات ذات المنفعة العامة، حملات الإعلان التجاري وإعلانات الخدمات العامة، حملات إدارة العلاقات العامة للمؤسسات الخدماتية والصناعية. وفي سبيل ذلك انتهجنا منهجية علمية متمثلة في عرض وتحليل المعارف النظرية وخلصنا إلى أن مراحل الحملة الاتصالية ينبغي أن توظف كنظام متكامل ومنسجم بصفة منظمة مهيكلة، مخططة ومتسلسلة بغية أن تتحقق الأهداف المسطرة للقائم بالاتصال.
Algerian Clothing Culture in Travel Books (19th- 20th century)
Authors: MOUSSAOUI ABIR
Published: November 2024

This research paper explores the scope of Algerian cultural manifestations featured in three travel books, at the last third of the nineteenth century and outset of the twentieth century, shedding light on a specific one, which is traditional clothing. The aim is to project the diversity of Algerian fashion and the specificity that characterised some parts of the country, in terms of costumes and styles, including inter alia, those for special events and festivities. Moreover, to identify the significance of traditional clothing in the Algerian society at that time frame, reiterating the importance of travel literature in its documentation. This examination involves some books of that era, especially chosen for discussion and citation. By shedding light on detailed accounts and narratives that provide an insight into Algeria’s cultural prosperity, this paper delves into the characteristics of clothing such as styles, colours, fabrics existed within the specified timeframe (end of 19th- onset of 20th century). The paper is grounded in relevant works published at the time Algeria had been witnessing a turnout of Western intellectuals and artists, particularly from Europe. The three books are: A Woman in the Sahara, by Gordon Helen Cameron, 1914; Winters in Algeria, by F. A. Bridgman, (1890); Murrays Handbook for Travellers in Algeria and Tunis, by Sir R. Lambert Playfair, (1891). Following a roadmap to explore the cultural manifestation through the Algerian traditional clothing, this paper maps out places marked by a popularity of certain essential garments worn by men and women, in terms of where and how they were worn. The paper also includes detailed descriptions of different styles of clothing, summarized and cited from the mentioned works. Hence, the paper concludes the remarkability of the Algerian traditional clothing and its significance in daily life or on special occassions. Additionally, it identifies the status of the Algerian clothing in society with its diverse ethnicities.
تأثير الألعاب الإلكترونيَّة في الصحَّة النَّفسيَّة للأطفال
Authors: AlAlyan Fatema
Published: November 2024

هدفت الدِّراسة إلى تحديد التأثيرات المحتملة لاستخدام الألعاب الإلكترونيَّة من قبل الأطفال في صحتهم النفسية، وقد تم استخدام منهج البحث التحليلي الاستقرائي، من خلال العودة إلى عدد من الدراسات المرجعية حول الموضوع، ومن خلال الاطلاع على نتائج تلك الدراسات بلغ عددها (26) دراسة مرجعية، وُجهت للأطفال في المراحل العمرية من (3) إلى (13) عاماً، تبيّن: أن استخدام الألعاب الإلكترونيَّة القائمة على المحتوى العنفي، أو اللعب المفرط، من قبل الأطفال يترك آثاراً سلبية تعود بالضرر على صحته النفسية أبرزها العزلة والانطواء والقلق والاكتئاب والشعور بالوحدة النفسية وحدوث بعض الاضطرابات النفسية، فضلاً عن حالات شديدة من الإدمان قد تصل إلى ارتكاب الجرائم بالنفس أو بالآخرين، أما استخدام الألعاب الإلكترونيَّة التعليمية وفق ضوابط توقيت الاستخدام والمعايير المبنية وفقها، فهي تحدث أثراً إيجابياً في الصحَّة النَّفسيَّة للأطفال كالتفريغ النفسي وزيادة الثقة بالنفس والشعور بالسعادة ونتيجة زيادة الإنجاز والدافعية. بناءً على ذلك أوصت الباحثة بتوعية الأسر وذوي الأطفال ومعلميهم في الروضات والمدارس بمخاطر استخدام الأطفال لبعض الألعاب الإلكترونيَّة على الصحَّة النَّفسيَّة لهم، ونشر ثقافة الوعي حول الاستخدام الآمن للأجهزة الذكية من قبل الأطفال، وإجراء مزيد من الدراسات المحلية حول الصحَّة النَّفسيَّة للأطفال لأهميتها البالغة في ظل المتغيرات الحالية.
أثر خصائص لجنة المكافآت والترشيحات على استقالة أعضاء مجلس الإدارة: دراسة تطبيقية على الشركات السعودية
Authors: البر عادل علي إسماعيل , عبدالمجيد حميده محمد
Published: November 2024

هدف الدراسة: هدفت هذه الدراسة إلى قياس أثر خصائص لجنة المكافآت والترشيحات على استقالة أعضاء مجلس الإدارة غير التنفيذيين والمستقلين في الشركات المساهمة غير المالية السعودية.تصميم/منهجية/طريقة الدراسة: اعتمدت الدراسة على البيانات المستخرجة من تقارير مجلس الإدارة، والقوائم المالية السنوية للشركات المساهمة غير المالية السعودية، وبيانات نموذج (1)، الخاص بالسير الذاتية لأعضاء مجلس الإدارة الصادر عن هيئة السوق المالية عند الترشح لعضوية مجلس الإدارة، وبيانات نموذج (3)، الصادر عن هيئة السوق المالية للترشح لعضوية مجلس الإدارة.عينة الدراسة وبياناتها: أجريت الدراسة على عينة بلغت 167 شركة، وقد حدث فيها 319 حالة استقالة. خلال الفترة من 2007 إلى 2022.نتائج الدراسة: توصلت الدراسة إلى أن حجم واستقلالية ونشاط لجنة المكافآت والترشيحات، وكانت ذات أثر سلبي ومعنوي على استقالة أعضاء مجلس الإدارة غير التنفيذيين والمستقلين، كما كانت النتيجة نفسها بالنسبة للمؤشر المجمع لهذه الخصائص.أصالة الدراسة: في ظل غياب الدراسات العربية في هذا المجال عامة، وفي البيئة السعودية خاصة؛ فإن هذه الدراسة تعدُّ من أولى الدراسات التي تقيس أثر خصائص لجنة المكافآت والترشيحات على استقالة أعضاء مجلس الإدارة. وتقديم رؤية أوضح لكل من المشرعين والمنظمين وواضعي السياسات والمستثمرين والمقرضين والمحللين الماليين.حدود الدراسة وتطبيقاتها: اقتصرت الدراسة على استقالة أعضاء مجلس الإدارة غير التنفيذيين والمستقلين بالشركات المساهمة غير المالية السعودية.
Exploring Influenceability: Key Factors Shaping the Effectiveness of Social Media Influencer Endorsements
Authors: Aldousari Abdullah A.
Published: November 2024

Purpose: This study explores how different factors collectively influence the effectiveness of social media influencer endorsements as well as shaping consumer behavior and brand perception.Study design/methodology/approach: The research employs a qualitative hybrid thematic approach, integrating inductive strategies from interviews with a deductive framework based on existing theories. This method allows for a thorough exploration of the factors affecting influencer endorsement effectiveness.Sample and data: The sample includes 14 female Instagram users, aged 18-30, selected through non-probability purposive sampling. Semi-structured interviews were used to gather data.Results: Four key themes emerged: Influencer Fame, Engagement, Credibility, and First Impressions. Fame is shaped by content quality, follower count, and message value. Engagement builds trust through interactive, meaningful content. Credibility is tied to perceived expertise, trustworthiness, and authenticity. First impressions strongly influence consumer perceptions.Originality/value: This study fills a gap by examining multiple factors simultaneously, offering a comprehensive understanding of influencer effectiveness and valuable insights for marketers seeking to refine their strategies.Research limitations/implications: The study’s qualitative nature and specific demographic limit generalizability. Future research with larger, more diverse samples and quantitative methods is recommended. Additionally, the fast-changing social media landscape may challenge the ongoing relevance of findings, suggesting the need for longitudinal studies.
Degrees of Freedom: Rethinking Higher Education Credentials in South Africa
Authors: Meyer Linda , Fish Patrick
Published: November 2024

The shifting landscape of higher education and the labour market has necessitated re-evaluating conventional degree programmes, leading to an exploration of macro-credentialing as a link between university offerings and industry requirements. This paper examines the traditional dominance of the degree and the concurrent rise of strategic partnerships between higher education institutions and businesses, with the goal of developing credentials more closely aligned with the dynamic needs of the modern workforce. Traditionally, university degrees have been viewed as the bedrock of educational achievement and a prerequisite for professional success. However, rapid technological advancements and changing economic demands have exposed limitations in the degree model, particularly its often inflexible curriculum and lengthy completion time. Consequently, there is growing interest, especially within Private higher education, in macro-credentialing, which encompasses an array of non-degree awards that can be directly linked to specific skill sets and employment opportunities. Through qualitative analysis of partnership models across diverse industries and countries, this study identifies core elements contributing to the successful integration of macro-credentials into educational and professional spheres. These elements include co-creating curricula (between industry and the university), shared governance structures between educational and corporate entities, and robust assessment methodologies that validate learner competencies consistent with industry standards. Additionally, the study explores potential challenges and resistance within academia and industry, including credential recognition issues, balancing theoretical knowledge versus practical skills, and economic impacts on traditional degree pathways. It proposes strategic approaches to mitigate these challenges, emphasising the importance of transparency, stakeholder engagement, and continuous evaluation. The incorporation of macro-credentialing via university (both public and private), TVET college and Community College - Business partnerships possesses considerable potential to tackle future student discipline trajectories, the dire unemployment of South African youth and the growing needs of upskilling via life-long learning. It demands continuous innovation in educational models to guarantee they promote individual career achievements and societal progress in an increasingly intricate global economy. This paradigm transition from the conventional degree to a more adaptable, competency-based credentialing structure signifies a crucial development in matching education and industry.
Leveraging Cultural Intelligence in Pre-Service Teachers: An Imperative for Socially Just Pedagogies
Authors: Naidoo Shamala (Alane)
Published: November 2024

“The number one predictor of success in today’s borderless world is cultural intelligence.” – David Livermore. To live and work in harmony in today’s globalized society, like emotional intelligence, cultural intelligence is a conversation that cannot be ignored. Cultural intelligence is the difference between individuals who succeed in today’s multicultural, globalized world and those who fail. Teacher education institutions must be agents and catalysts for cultural intelligence. Since teachers continue to work with an increasingly diverse student population, the integration of culturally responsive curricula and culturally responsive teaching practices into teacher education is imperative to ensure socially just pedagogies.  The purpose of this research is to analyse the level of cultural intelligence of pre-service teachers through a critical pedagogical lens, to identify gaps in the different dimensions of cultural intelligence and to make recommendations about how teacher education curricula may be differentiated to improve the level of cultural intelligence thus nurturing socially just pedagogies. A qualitative strategy was employed for this study. The target population of this study constituted preservice teachers. Data was collected using both a survey-type questionnaire and semi-structured interviews. The findings of the study based on the survey indicated that the majority of the respondents rated themselves as having high levels of cultural intelligence; however, individual interviews suggested that students displayed a relatively low level of cultural intelligence. It is therefore recommended that teacher education institutions reimagine their curricula to ensure that cultural intelligence is deliberately embedded into the design of their programme offerings to ensure the promotion of socially just pedagogies.
Exploring Opportunities and Obstacles in the Decolonisation of South African Higher Education Curriculum
Authors: Chawaremera Melisa
Published: November 2024

This research investigates the intricacies of decolonising the higher education curriculum in South Africa, with the ultimate goal of advancing social justice, a cornerstone of democracy. Drawing on an extensive review of literature and institutional analysis, the study delves into the multifaceted nature of decolonisation efforts within the South African higher education landscape. Central to this inquiry, is the conceptualisation of social justice, encompassing principles of equity, inclusivity, and the warranted recognition of historically marginalised perspectives. Through an exploration of both the opportunities and obstacles inherent in the decolonisation process, this research sheds light on key themes including potential institutional resistance and epistemological shifts. Furthermore, it underscores the significance of embracing indigenous knowledge systems, fostering critical pedagogies, and promoting culturally responsive teaching practices as pivotal strategies in advancing social justice agendas. By critically examining these dynamics, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in curriculum transformation initiatives aimed at promoting social justice in South African higher education. This paper will inform institutional stakeholders on objective realities of the implementation of this progressive practice.
Navigating Teacher Well-Being in Globalized Education: Challenges and Recommendations
Authors: Botha Marga
Published: November 2024

In the context of globalized education, teacher well-being has emerged as a critical area of study, where educators face unique challenges. This research investigated the multifaceted factors influencing teacher well-being, aiming to identify common struggles and contextual influences that shape their experiences.  Given the increasing responsibilities placed on teachers, it is crucial to prioritize their well-being, as it has a direct impact on the quality of education they provide. The preliminary data were gathered via electronic open-ended questionnaires and eight semi-structured individual interviews, which served as case studies. The study primarily targeted South African teachers, but through a thorough literature review, the framework has been modified to accommodate a global audience. The findings unveiled the components that teachers described as driving them away from the profession and the factors that pulled them towards it. The in-depth literature reviews' findings focused on the globalization of education, which, while offering benefits like shared best practices, presents challenges to teacher well-being. These challenges include increased workloads due to curriculum changes, diverse learner needs, pressure from standardized testing, and inadequate support systems. Based on these insights, the researcher proposes several recommendations aimed at improving teacher well-being. These include systemic changes in curriculum development, equitable resource allocation, and enhanced support systems. At the school level, fostering a positive culture and effective workload management are essential, while individual strategies such as reflective practice and self-care can further mitigate stress. The study calls for further research to explore the long-term effects of globalization on teacher well-being and to evaluate the efficacy of targeted interventions. By addressing these issues, stakeholders can create a more supportive educational environment that benefits both teachers and students globally.
Exploring Metacognitive Awareness and Metaliteracy Skills Towards Becoming a Self-Determined Postgraduate Student: A Case Study
Authors: VAN WYK Brenda
Published: November 2024

Research and scholarly output are essential in the advancement of knowledge and society as a whole. In South Africa, the Council for Higher Education (CHE) requires that learning and teaching at higher education institutions (HEIs) must be informed by research done by universities. With high dropout rates these aspirations are not attainable.  The question that this study addresses is: firstly, what motivates emerging researchers and postgraduate students to enrol for research and postgraduate programmes at a South African higher education institution, and secondly, what motivates them to complete their studies. Following a qualitative approach, this case study explores self-determination awareness among a group of master’s students in a supervisory context. It interrogates requisite metaliteracy competencies and the core metacognitive attributes underpinning human motivation. The aim is to ascertain how students doing research could be supported and developed to become self-directed and motivated to conduct and complete quality research. The value of the study lies in adding new knowledge to an under-explored area and to propose steps to close the current gap.
Participatory Method to Business Model Innovation for Students
Authors: Venter Anthea , De Vries Marné
Published: November 2024

The past few years have been a period of intense transformation. Pandemics, innovative technology like chatbots, and the ever-evolving needs of society serve as a powerful illustration of the world's constant evolution. Equipping students with business model innovation (BMI) skills across disciplines is crucial as it fosters their ability to innovate not just products and processes, but entire businesses, which is essential in an everchanging environment. Furthermore, integrating remote participative modelling (PM) into the curriculum is essential as it enhances students’ online collaboration skills, vital in today's modern team dynamics. A previous study at a research-intensive university explored the usability of online platforms during BMI within a Business Engineering module focused on entrepreneurship and innovation. MURAL, a virtual whiteboard software application, was used in this study to facilitate remote PM sessions utilising the Business Model Canvas (BMC). While this study found that MURAL is easy-to-use within this specific context, a key limitation emerged. The built-in BMC template within MURAL was found to be insufficient for guiding students through a systematic transformation of a traditional business model into a new iteration. To address this limitation, this current study focuses on enhancing a well-established Business Model Development Tool (BMDT), the BMC, within the context of undergraduate engineering education. We propose a method, called EDU-BMI, specifically designed to support students during PM sessions focused on BMI activities within the MURAL platform. Drawing inspiration from PICO, an educational personal ideation companion, EDU-BMI incorporates features that address educational, social, and motivational aspects. The method is embedded within MURAL and validated through a two-group participant study. Observations of the modelling sessions were used to gather valuable insights into the method's effectiveness and will inform future teaching practices. Integrating EDU-BMI into MURAL has the potential to improve the effectiveness of remote PM sessions for students engaged in BMI activities. Accessibility for modellers will also be ensured by leveraging a free, online tool like MURAL. Future research will focus on evaluating the method in an undergraduate engineering education context, refining EDU-BMI based on the feedback received from participants.
Interventions to Mitigate Attrition Rates in a Developing Country, South Africa
Authors: Mabasa Dumisani Godfrey
Published: November 2024

Education is regarded as a tool that is used to change the world. Institutions such as the United Nations Education Science Culture Organisation (UNESCO) were established on the premise of how important education is for individuals, organisations, societies, and the world. UNESCO is a specialised agency of the United Nations (UN) for promoting world peace and security through international cooperation in education, arts, sciences, and culture. The high attrition rate from higher education institutions is still a challenge and concern, especially in South Africa as one of the developing countries. Various factors for high attrition rates were identified, namely lack of motivation or desire to complete the qualification or a course, lack of time, insufficient prior knowledge, lack of support, and feelings of isolation among others. Despite the challenges, education is a huge investment, and the initial investment in education represents above a quarter (25%) of the eventual total educational cost. The high attrition rates suggest that the initial investment made in education is not fully realised as should be. Some of the consequences of high attrition rates are poor achievements of world peace and security aspirations. Various interventions for mitigating attrition rates do not necessarily achieve the desired results. Governments and other agencies committed a lot of resources to mitigate some of the challenges associated with attrition rates. Despite the commitments, attrition is high in many countries, especially in developing countries such as South Africa. The number of people not in education, employment, or training (NEET) is at a constant increase. Students who complete tertiary education are concerningly below targets and do not commensurate with the investment made in education. The aim and objectives of the study were to reignite the discussion about attrition rates in education given its huge investment. The study analysed the available literature, current reports, and some of the policy interventions that were developed and implemented to mitigate attrition rates. The study concluded that all parties to education must be committed to the available interventions, especially students.
Evaluation of the Obstacles Encountered by South African International Students in Tertiary Educational Institutions
Authors: Khafiso Thabo , Ramajoe Sekoele
Published: November 2024

The South African higher education system has seen a gradual rise in the number of international students, mainly from African countries but not exclusively confined to other nations. Although the number of international students has significantly risen in recent decades, there is less knowledge about the obstacles they face and the potential effect of these issues on them. This research aims to comprehensively evaluate the difficulties encountered by international students at higher education institutions, providing insight into the complex obstacles that affect their academic, social, and cultural assimilation. The study utilizes a qualitative approach, incorporating a questionnaire as the research design to collect perspectives from international students. The findings indicate that communication, finances, environment, access to resources, and administration are factors that contribute to the obstacles encountered by international students. This highlights the necessity for specific support mechanisms and policy adjustments to improve the overall educational experience for this expanding demographic. The results of this assessment provide important insights for educational institutions, governments, and stakeholders that want to promote inclusive and supportive settings that facilitate the achievement and well-being of international students in higher education.
Enhancing Student Engagement Through Problem-Based Learning: A Case of the Built Environment
Authors: Nemakhavhani Rotondwa Benvolence
Published: November 2024

In the rapidly evolving field of the Built Environment, traditional teaching approaches often fall short in preparing students for the complex, real-world challenges they will face in their professional careers. Problem-Based Learning (PBL) has emerged as a powerful pedagogical approach that promotes active learning and student engagement by encouraging learners to collaboratively solve real-life problems. This study explores the impact of PBL on student engagement within the Built Environment at the institutions of higher learning in particular the University of Technologies. The purpose of this research is to investigate how PBL can be effectively implemented to enhance active learning and foster deeper student engagement. This study adopted a qualitative research approach employing a systematic literature review (SLR) methodology, focusing on academic sources published between 2010 and 2024. The gathered data was synthesized using thematic analysis, wherein major themes and patterns were identified within the literature. Key themes such as collaborative learning, critical thinking, and real-world application were identified. The findings reveal that PBL not only increases student engagement but also enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which are essential for success in the Built Environment sector. The study also highlights challenges, including the need for facilitator training and the development of appropriate assessment strategies to support the successful implementation of PBL. The implications of this study are significant for educators and administrators in higher education. By integrating PBL into the curriculum, the University of Technology can better prepare its students for the demands of the modern workforce, fostering a learning environment that promotes both academic excellence and practical skills development. This research contributes to the growing body of literature on active learning in higher education and provides a framework for implementing PBL in the Built Environment department, with potential applicability across other disciplines.
Contextualising the South African Higher Education Academic Interventions for Student Success: Challenges and Opportunities
Authors: Mkuti Sky , Aucamp Elzabé (J.I.)
Published: November 2024

South African Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) are increasingly feeling the pressure to produce graduates that contribute towards economic transformation, and sustainability through skills necessary to address the challenges of the Fifth Industrial Revolution (5IR). However, the rate of academic failures and high dropouts in South African Universities has been alarming. This study contextualized the South African HEIs’ Academic Interventions to uncover the challenges and opportunities HEIs face in their quest to advance student success throughout their academic and early professional career. To aid the study’s investigation on the institutional practices that inform the forms of academic interventions for Student Success, in South African Universities, this study’s main research question focuses on uncovering how the student success interventions conceptualisation within the context of the South African system of Higher Education are carried out. The objectives of the are multifaceted. Firstly, the study investigates how academic interventions address the challenges leading to the high drop-out rate in Higher Education Institutions. Secondly, the study employs a narrative literature review to uncover the challenges and opportunities to mitigate possible risks affecting the advancement of conducive and equitable prospects for effective student success interventions. Finally, the study contributes to the ongoing discourse on student success interventions in relation to the South African 1997 White Paper on Higher Education Transformation, which indicates an improved access to HEIs. However, this study’s findings uncover a deficit in interventions that mitigate drop-out rates. The paper argues for an enhanced collaboration to strengthen institutional best practices as a fundamental step to transform challenges into opportunities when responding to student success interventions, in South African HEIs.
The COOL e-Research and Researcher Development Experiences: A Mentor and Mentee Perspective
Authors: Mayisela Tabisa , Huang Cheng-Wen , Govender Shanali
Published: November 2024

As information and communication technologies (ICTs) continue to advance, research projects and processes increasingly adopt ICTs, and terms like ‘e-research’ gain popularity. However, disparities in access to ICTs and users’ technology proficiency affect the adoption of e-research technologies. Despite these constraints, the COVID-19 pandemic forced many researchers (including postgraduate students), in diverse and unequal contexts, to take their research activities online. This paper reports on the ‘e-research’ experiences of the principal investigator, a research mentor and a researcher after the adoption of ICTs during the pandemic. This research took place in the context of the Cases on Open Learning (COOL) research project, commissioned by, and conducted jointly with, the Department of Higher Education (DHET) in South Africa. This was a multi-researcher (10 researchers located across the country, with varying degrees of research experience), multi-site qualitative social science research that took the form of 15 case studies, conducted across seven technical and vocational education and training colleges, six universities, two DHET sites, and a desktop study. The national lockdowns that were announced shortly after our first and only face-to-face project meeting forced us to conduct all aspects of the project entirely online. We used the Google suite for collaboration and Zoom for COOL team building, researcher knowledge and skills development sessions, and online interviews conducted by the researchers. WhatsApp played a dual role – supporting ongoing communication within the research group, and as a data collection tool. The paper highlights our experiences on what it meant to be part of a research team, as well as the opportunities and challenges of conducting research of this nature. It shed light on the COOL team building and researcher development strategies. Drawing on insights from our experiences, we recommend that higher education institutions (HEIs) develop both technical and human-oriented guidelines for conducting e-research. This paper could provide insights for independent researchers, postgraduate students, principal investigators, and supervisors considering a cohort-supervision model, comprising diverse students, who may be in dispersed geographical locations.
Neuroscience-Informed Design of Learning Materials: Examining the Impact of Emotion, Interest, and Attention on Learning
Authors: Morkel Jolanda , Singh Divya
Published: November 2024

The impact of emotional design on learning, particularly related to emotional valence, is a topic of interest in the domain of online and distance learning. This study, situated in the South African private higher education context, sought to explore how students learn and why certain learning materials better promote learning than others. The study used psychophysiological assessments, including eye-tracking, galvanic skin responses, and facial expressions, to explore the relationship between emotional arousal, interest, and attention in online learning. Nineteen students aged 18 to 24 were shown 11 different variations of an online module's first page, each differing in design elements, for 9 seconds to gauge their initial reactions. Emotional responses were measured using the Self-Assessment Manikin (SAM), and qualitative discussions provided further insights into students' preferences. The findings produced valuable recommendations for instructional design that fosters interest and enhances the learning experience. By integrating neuroscience techniques and educational psychology principles, the study established a link between emotion, interest and attention as key factors influencing student engagement and memory retention. This finding is significant as it highlights the importance of designing learning materials that capture students' initial interest, providing valuable insights into the universal principles of effective learning design. It emphasises the importance of emotional design in learning materials and the need for a balance between emotional arousal that generates interest but avoiding cognitive overload. The study underscores the critical role of purposeful learning design in creating engaging and effective learning experiences for students.
The ‘Law and Language Friction’: Overcoming the Barriers of Discourse in Supervision
Authors: Mashinini Nomalanga
Published: November 2024

The relationship between law and language requires continuous attention in legal education, specifically supervision. In the journey of every law student, the discipline will demand that they interpret legal texts, write legal opinions, and prepare research reports and theses, which require the use of language. Clear and practical legal language makes a legal argument whole, compelling, and persuasive. However, the language challenges law students because the discourse in legal terminology creates a law and language friction. This friction presents a double-edged sword when students attempt to express themselves using legal language in their research projects, depending on whether they know the limitations and opportunities that the language presents in legal reasoning. The main argument of this paper is that we need to acknowledge the friction in the relationship between the law and language and seek opportunities to confront and overcome this friction through our supervision models and approaches. The research focus of this paper addresses the academic literacy obstacles in the context of postgraduate supervision in legal education. It presents the law and language friction as a positive and a negative factor that law students should confront to communicate effectively in legal writing and for their supervisors to teach effective legal writing.
Challenges of Pedagogy in an ODeL Setting: Making Magic out of Mayhem
Authors: Mosia Ngaka , Masenya Koketso
Published: November 2024

The teaching and learning environment has undergone substantial changes as a result of technological advancements. Educators at all levels constantly face the challenge of increasing students' interest. In response to students' exposure to technology and social trends, practices are changing. This presentation provides a case study of how technology can be used to improve the learning environment for engineering-based courses in higher education. The method includes integrating web application technologies to improve the learners' experience and delivering interactive materials via a virtual learning environment. There are phases in the pedagogy execution that demonstrate the development from the first event through the implementation of the materials, after which the module is evaluated and is improved even more in light of the qualitative assessment. Electronic surveys are used in the evaluation process to gather input on the distance learning module. Furthermore, there is oversight of how the students are using the resources. The first findings from a recent online course are presented as the presentation comes to a close. A qualitative research approach is adopted to explore and explain the challenges of pedagogy in an ODL setting.
Н. Рыбников. РЕЛИГИОЗНАЯ ДРАМА РЕБЕНКА (Психологический этюд)
Authors: Л.А. Кремнева
Published: November 2024

Представлена публикация редкого издания – книги Николая Александровича Рыбникова «Религиозная драма ребенка» (М., 1918), в которой затрагивается внутренняя жизнь маленького человека и ее религиозная составляющая.
ТРУДОВЫЕ ОБЪЕДИНЕНИЯ ШКОЛЬНИКОВ В КУЙБЫШЕВСКОЙ ОБЛАСТИ В 1970–1980-е годы (ПО МАТЕРИАЛАМ ФАЛЕРИСТИКИ)
Authors: В.Ю. Морозов
Published: November 2024

Исследование кратко характеризует историю формирования разных видов трудовых объединений старшеклассников, организационной деятельности в этом направлении, а также каталогизирует фалеронимы ТОС Куйбышевской области.
Ф. Швейцер. ОБЩЕСТВО ПОТРЕБИТЕЛЕЙ – ДРУГ И ПОМОЩНИК ХОЗЯЙКИ
Authors: Л.А. Кремнева
Published: November 2024

Представлена публикация редкого издания – произведения Ф. Швейцера «Общество потребителей – друг и помощник хозяйки» (М., 1918), выпущенного издательством ВЦСПО в серии «Библиотека кооператора».
УРОВЕНЬ САНИТАРНОГО БЛАГОСОСТОЯНИЯ ГОРОДОВ СРЕДНЕВОЛЖСКОГО КРАЯ В ГОДЫ ПЕРВОЙ ПЯТИЛЕТКИ (1928–1932)
Authors: М.Р. Неманова
Published: November 2024

В статье дана общая характеристика и анализ уровня «санитарной обеспеченности» крупных городов Средневолжского края в годы первой пятилетки (1928–1932 гг.).
ORGANIZATION OF PERINATAL CARE IN UKRAINE DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Authors: ZHDANOVICH O.I. , SAVCHUK R.M
Published: November 2024

The purpose: analysis of the organization of perinatal care in Ukraine during the COVID-19 pandemic. Materials and methods. The research materials were the legislative base of Ukraine on the specified issue, the following research methods were used: bibliosemantic and the method of structural-logical analysis. The results. In Ukraine, organizational measures, most clinical aspects, in particular case identification, hospitalization according to clinical criteria, groups at risk of developing complications of the disease, provision of non-specific treatment, etc., are regulated by the order of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine dated 03/28/2020 No. 722 "Organization of medical care for patients with coronavirus disease ( COVID-19)", and are implemented in health care institutions by developing clinical patient routes and local protocols. The treatment of coronavirus disease and vaccination of pregnant women is regulated by general regulatory documents, separate legal acts regarding the management of pregnant women and their vaccination were not adopted. The impact of the pandemic on perinatal care and the course of pregnancy in uninfected women remains poorly researched. Conclusions. Health services must develop plans to minimize the impact of both infections and appropriate restrictions on pregnant women, maintain the effectiveness of perinatal care in the face of outbreaks of dangerous quarantine infections, while continuing to provide both routine and emergency obstetric care.
HORMONAL STATUS OF PATIENTS AFTER HYSTEROSCOPIC MYOMECTOMY
Authors: KLADIEV V.
Published: November 2024

Leiomyoma of the uterus is the most common tumor of women of reproductive age. Submucosal localization of myoma causes abnormal uterine bleeding, and also prevents the implementation of reproductive function. Hysteroscopic myomectomy is an option for organ-preserving surgical treatment of submucosal uterine myoma, but pregnancy after it remains a problem. The purpose of the study is to study the content of sex hormones in women after hysteroscopic treatment of submucous uterine myoma and the effect of the proposed preventive complex on it. Research material and methods – the concentration of reproductive hormones (prolactin, estradiol, progesterone, FSH, LH) was determined in the serum of 221 patients who underwent hysteroscopic myomectomy immediately after surgery and 3 months later. 121 women of the main group received within 3 months after the intervention a therapeutic complex of antiproliferative, anti-inflammatory and angioprotective action, 100 patients of the comparison group underwent only surgical intervention. The control group consisted of 100 healthy women of reproductive age. Results. In all patients who underwent hysteroscopic myomectomy, the main group and the comparison group, an increase in the level of estradiol (62.5 pg/ml and 60.3 pg/ ml against 40.7 pg/ml in the control group) and a decrease in progesterone (10, 3 nmol/l, 13.5 nmol/l and 23.9 nmol/l, respectively), most of the patients in the main group and the comparison group had hyperprolactinemia, as well as an increased ratio of LH/FSH. After 3 months of treatment in the main group, the normalization of all the indicated indicators was registered, in the comparison group the hormonal balance remained at the postoperative level. Conclusions: The hormonal status of patients who underwent hysteroscopic myomectomy is characterized by an increased content of prolactin and estradiol, a reduced concentration of progesterone and a disturbed ratio of gonadotropic hormones. Against the background of the proposed treatment complex, which is used in the postoperative period, a probable normalization of the concentration of prolactin, estradiol and progesterone, as well as the FSH/LH ratio, is observed.
POSSIBILITIES OF MODERN PREVENTION OF UTERINE SCAR FAILURE AFTER SURGICAL OPERATIONS
Authors: Mishchenko V. P. , Mishchenko V. V.
Published: November 2024

25-30 % of women give birth by cesarean section. The scar defect after cesarean section is 19 % to 84 %.
Case description. Medical documentation materials were analyzed. A 33-year-old woman pregnant for the second time at 39-40 weeks was prepared for a planned cesarean section. Amniotic fluid and the fetal head were visualized through the tissues of the visceral peritoneum and amniotic sac. The visceral peritoneum and fetal membranes were punctured in stages, and the fetus was removed from the uterine cavity by the head. The placenta separated and came out on its own. The uterus contracted. The edges of the uterine wound were of different thicknesses: the upper one was up to 1.5-2.0 cm, the lower one was up to 0.1 cm. There was no bleeding from the edges of the wound. The uterus was sutured with a continuous two-row suture of vicryl threads. Layer-by-layer sutured tissues of the anterior abdominal wall. Hemostasis is achieved. The child was born with an Apgar score of 9 points, weighing 3250 g. The mother and child were discharged from the hospital on the 4th day. the occurrence of "failure" of uterine tissue in the scar area remain controversial.
Conclusions. The increase in the frequency of surgical operations on the uterus explains the clinical need to improve the provision of medical care at the outpatient and inpatient stages. The issues of uniform diagnostic criteria for uterine scar failure, uniform terminology, lack of statistical data, determination of personalized risk factors for the formation of uterine scar failure, drug preventive measures, recommendations on the technique of suturing a rupture of the pregnant uterus remain open.
CONGENITAL HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS INFECTION: CURRENT PERSPECTIVES ON THE ISSUE
Authors: Shunko Y.Y. , Kolomiichenko T.V.
Published: November 2024

Objective: To describe current perspectives on the issue of congenital herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection.
The etiological factors of congenital HSV are presented, along with descriptions of various manifestations in patients with HSV infection. The latest evidence-based treatment options for HSV infection, including dosage and duration of antiviral therapy, are detailed. Issues related to complications, disease prognosis, prevention, and patient education are also discussed.
Conclusions: Effective collaboration and communication among members of the interprofessional team are essential to improving outcomes and treatment efficacy for patients with congenital HSV infection.
ECOCRITICAL ANALYSIS OF J.G. BALLARD’S THE DROWNED WORLD: A STUDY OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS’ INSIGHTS
Authors: Oktaviansyah Muhammad Eko , Safitri Olvie Monika
Published: November 2024

This study applies Greg Garrard’s ecocritical theory to analyze J.G. Ballard's The Drowned World and explores twelfth-grade students' insights of its environmental themes at MAN 2 Rejang Lebong. Aiming to enhance students’ environmental literacy, it uses an integrated approach combining literary analysis with qualitative and quantitative methods. Ecological themes in the novel are explored alongside an assessment of students’ awareness and understanding of environmental issues. Data were collected through questionnaires completed by 40 students and semi-structured interviews with a subset of students post-reading. Findings indicate that The Drowned World—a portrayal of a post-apocalyptic world shaped by global warming—contains key ecocritical components such as wilderness, apocalypse, animals, dwelling, and the Earth. However, the mixed-methods analysis exhibits 80% of students faced challenges in understanding themes connecting to the components, due to language barriers, limited interest, and insufficient classroom discussion. Only 20% demonstrated an understanding of critical issues like climate change. These findings suggest that the novel alone may not effectively enhance environmental awareness. The study recommends contextual teaching and guided discussions to aid students in grasping ecological themes. Its contribution lies in integrating mixed methods and ecocritical approaches. Both strategies are very essential for promoting environmental literacy and advancing sustainability education.
Wind in Curved Buildings
Authors: Martin Walter Carlos
Published: November 2024

In this paper an airfoil that is used on buildings was analyzed, Circular Arc Airfoil, as an advance of research on the action of the wind in aerodynamic buildings. Su forma aerodinámica could generate lift and drag loads typical of such devices. It seeks to analyze the flow pattern of winds that occur in the environment of aerodynamic buildings, determine the static and dynamic loads produced by the wind, trying to find a mathematical model that generalizes these types of loads. The methodology used is based on tests in the atmospheric boundary layer wind tunnel. Se compara el parámetro adimensional coeficiente de presión Cp en un edificio curvo con un edificio rectangular. The results of the research will allow a better understanding of wind loads on non-conventional buildings and could be applied to the norms of the Argentine Regulation of Wind Action on Constructions CIRSOC 102.