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PERCEPTION OF PROMOTION OPPORTUNITIES IN INSURANCE AND BANKING SECTORS; IMPACT OF GENDER AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Authors: Srivastava Tumul , Shukla Bharti , Singh Sudhir
Published: July 2022

The purpose of this research is to notice worker fulfilment regarding their situation in different business banks or insurance agency, including private, public banks in India, and to analyse what different variable elements mean for representative fulfilment. This study portrays the variables that lead to more significant level of occupation fulfilment. These variables connect with the discernment in administration position, compensation, redesign, advancement, work security and connections in the workplace. The exploration shows that there is a positive connection and association among work fulfilment and the honour, compensation, employer stability, advancement potential open doors and great relations with representatives. The review results likewise show that most of bank representatives in the financial area are fulfilled to the extent that work culture is concern yet compensations and different open doors are yet stayed principal worry for them. The banking and protection industry requires capable directors, and this examination analysed the hindrances and inspirations that influence the aims of workers to seek after administration positions. Places that offered future open doors was distinguished as a significant obstruction and ladies recognizes balance between fun and serious activities more than men or not. The principal motivation to go after a higher job was for development and experience and ladies demonstrated the capacity to acquire control/strengthening more than men. Bleeding edge representatives demonstrated that additional pressure was a boundary for them to apply for an advancement and a significant motivation to apply was to work with others/pioneers.
Innovations in Learning and Development
Authors: Khatib Hayat Al
Published: July 2022

AbstractThe twenty-first century witnessed innovative practices in the advancement of learning  in the developed world as a consequence of the technological revolution of the period and the increased demand for higher education (Bax, 2011; Barab, King and Gray, 2004; Roman, 2001). Education was perceived as the cornerstone for development, sustainability and modernisation (Fitzpatrick and Davies, 2003).The booming of open, distance and e-learning changed the quality of lives for people as it offered additional venues to higher education that overcame problems of exclusivity and scarcity, specifically at times of shrinking public funding (Dhanarajan, 2011). The founding of the Open University in Britain in 1969 targeted limitless audience with innovative teaching and learning modes. Since it was founded, more than 1.5 million students have studied its courses. The Open University was rated “top university in England and Wales” for student satisfaction in 2005, 2006 and 2012. The developing world sought to replicate the success afforded through innovative learning practices. The Arab region engaged in extensive reformation to allow for new systems of learning that would provide for accessible and diversified opportunities to learners at an acceptable cost. However, concerns were voiced along the axis of equality and social justice (Wilson, Liber, Johnson, Beauvoir, Sharples and Milligan, 2007; Dudeney, 2007). Arguments associated innovative learning modes with polarizing the developed and developing countries, the promotion of western thought, and furthering socioeconomic substrating. Debates emerged on the pedagogic fit of the new promoted approaches for the region, allegations of social isolation, drop rates, faculty strain, urban concentration, in addition to a number of scholastic uncertainties.A survey was conducted on a random sample of learners studying through an innovative hybrid mode of learning to explore participants’ perception of the new system. Two thousand and five hundred students took the survey from all faculties at the Arab Open University in Lebanon. The survey was conducted for the periods of Fall and Spring 2012-2013. It ensured anonymity of participants for validity of results. The findings are the following:Innovative learning systems have had an impact on the societies  in the developing worldOpen learning has been a means for gaining academic qualifications and has provided a solution for mass education in the regionIt specifically helped develop learners from working backgrounds, underprivileged groups and femalesEfforts need to focus on:Enhancing awareness campaigns on open education in the developing worldCustomizing material to suit the developmental needs of learners in the region as well as their cultural contextAssuring quality of material used in nontraditional education in the region
The Jeffrey Town Model for Community Development
Authors: Gordon Ivy Veronica
Published: July 2022

Abstract:The Jeffrey Town model for community development has been effectively applied to the rural community of Jeffrey Town in Jamaica with ICT as a key element. The farmers association is the vehicle that has driven the change.Included is  a brief outline of the community plus highlights of the tangible and intangible components of the model. Special attention is paid to the investment in the human capital to help build capacity of all locals without exploitation so that real empowerment could begin. Jeffrey Town is a success story validating the modern development assistance programmes whereby communities are empowered, allowed to select their own imperatives and in this case redressing some of those difficulties with superb results.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Skill Deficit: The Role of Open Distance Learning (ODL)
Authors: Srivastava Mamta , Jena Sitansu S
Published: July 2022

Skills acquisition is vital for any economy to compete and grow, particularly in an era of economic and technological change. Skill needs are widespread in most developing countries , including India . Vocational Education and Training (VET) is a direct means of providing workers with skills more relevant to the evolving needs and equitable but must be linked directly to industry needs and requirements. Skilling India may be the biggest challenge facing the country today. Training half a billion people by 2022 is the most ambitious goal ever set by any country in the field of education and training. On the other hand in India there are millions of people who have considerable level of skill in a particular area but they do not have any form of certification to testify their existing skills, as a result they are unable to use this to progress further for training or improved employment. Hence, there is need for a credit and qualifications framework against which individuals' skills could be mapped. Recognition of Prior Learning ( RPL) is a new concept for India. Presently no system is designed for assessment and certification of RPL.The Indian Government vide its executive orders notified the National Qualifications  Education Framework,  ( NVEQF)  and assigned the task of assessment and certification of  RPL for skills at the lower level of occupations mostly engaged in the unorganized  sector to Open Schooling and along with the Industry through Sector Skills councils( SSC) .  Recognition of Prior Learning is a crucial area in open and distance learning system. Given the magnitude of the skill development challenge, Recognition of prior learning enables effective and maximum utilization of human resources. Hence can be considered as a ‘tool’.This paper will portray the framework developed and discuss the issues related to the implementation of this RPL Framework in the diverse country like India. Key words ; Recognition of Prior Learning, skill deficit ,Sector Skills Councils
Tracking Students’ Eye-Movements when Reading Learning Objects on Mobile Phones: A Discourse Analysis of Luganda Language Teacher-Trainees’ Reflective Observations
Authors: Kabugo David , Muyinda Paul Birevu , Masagazi Fred Masaazi , Mugagga Anthony Muwagga , Mulumba Mathias Bwanika
Published: July 2022

Although eye-tracking technologies such as Tobii-T120/TX and Eye-Tribe are steadily becoming ubiquitous, and while their appropriation in education can aid teachers to collect robust information on how students move their eyes when reading and engaging with different learning objects, many teachers of Luganda language are yet to gain experiences of utilizing these technologies in their teaching. This paper emerges from a semester-long (17 weeks) study which followed a Design Based Research (DBR) approach and deployed qualitative techniques to cultivate the experiences of 68 Luganda language teacher-trainees in utilizing different emerging Educational Technologies (ETs) in their teaching. The study was guided by Kolb (1984)’s Experiential Learning Theory (ELT) and Reeves (2006)’s model of conducting research in authentic e-learning contexts. During the study, trainees concretely experienced, abstractly conceptualized and made observational reflections about their own active experimentations of different ETs in teaching Luganda language. In this paper, we describe how we supported the trainees to conduct an active experimentation of Tobii-T120 to track how students moved their eyes when reading and engaging with learning objects on an emulated smart phone. Following the observational reflections, which the trainees made about their active experimentation, this paper also presents a discourse analysis thereof.
Education for sustainable development: Connecting the dots for sustainability
Authors: Gokool-Ramdoo Sushita , Rumjaun Anwar Bhai
Published: July 2022

Critical pedagogy, practitioner experience and a regulatory perspective are employed to scrutinize the notion of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) as it occurs in the literature. They promote understanding of the challenges impeding the completion of unfinished ESD businesses. In response to practitioner-expressed needs, this paper innovatively proposes a Sustainable Development-compliant National Qualifications and Credit Framework (SD-NQCF) as the instrument to finally connect isolated ESD ‘dots’ and scaffold their sustainability.Informed by a systems approach, this framework encourages repositioning educational activities within the UN Agenda 21 to ensure the suffusion of SD principles. ESD becomes the backbone of NQCFs, while critical pedagogy provides the adequate instrument to foster 21st Century sustainability competencies that are embedded into curricula as learning outcomes. The SD-compliant framework resolves tensions between formal, non-formal and informal education. It provides connecting bridges and pathways to sustainably suffusing socio-economic fabrics with SD principles that will shift paradigms.
Can new modes of digital learning help resolve the teacher crisis in Sub-Saharan Africa?
Authors: Moon Bob , Villet Charmaine
Published: July 2022

Sub-Saharan Africa, more than any other part of the world, is experiencing a crisis in finding sufficiently qualified teachers to meet the needs of expanding school systems. The professional development support provided to serving teachers is also inadequate in most countries. The most recent data on learner outcomes has revealed a worrying picture of significant under-achievement across the region. This paper argues that the teacher education and training structures of the last century will never be able to meet urgent contemporary needs. Given population growth, especially among the young, large-scale expansion of the teaching force and the associated teacher education systems will be the norm through to the middle years of the century and beyond. In this context the paper argues for a significant policy shift to expand quality teacher education and professional support at scale through a more school-based and digitally supported network model of provision. Examples of current digital programmes within the region are considered as well as the new technologies that are emerging with relevance to teacher education. The paper suggests a three-phase process through which national governments might move in making the necessary changes in policy and practice.
Pre-Service Teachers’ Self-Efficacy Beliefs Towards Educational Technologies Integration in Tanzania
Authors: Raphael Christina , Mtebe Joel S.
Published: July 2022

This study examines pre-service teachers’ (N = 386) self-efficacy beliefs towards educational technologies integration in the classroom at the two colleges in Tanzania that prepare secondary education teachers. Using regression analysis, the study found out that the determinants of self-efficacy beliefs among pre-service teachers towards educational technologies integration are support, perceived ease of use, performance expectancy, and social influence. The findings of this study enhance our understanding of factors that hinder teachers from integrating educational technologies into the classroom.
MOOC Adaptation and Translation to Improve Equity in Participation
Authors: Wolfenden Freda , Cross Simon , Henry Fiona
Published: July 2022

There is an urgent need to improve elementary and secondary school classroom practices across India and the scale of this challenge is argued to demand new approaches to teacher professional learning. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) represent one such approach and one that, in the context of this study, is considered to provide a means by which to transcend traditional training processes and disrupt conventional pedagogic practices. This paper offers a critical review of a large-scale MOOC deployed in English, and then in Hindi, to support targeted sustainable capacity building within an education development initiative (TESS-India) across seven states in India. The study draws on multiple sources of participant data to identify and examine features, which stimulated a buzz around the MOOCs, leading to over 40,000 registrations and a completion rate of approximately 50% for each of the two MOOCs.
Designing Reflective Practice in the Context of OER-based e-Learning
Authors: Karunanayaka Shironica Priyanthi , Naidu Som , Rajendra J.C.N. , Ratnayake H. U. W.
Published: July 2022

Much is said about the importance of reflective practice especially in the professions. Yet much of what happens as part of reflective practice in the professions such as teaching is most of the time left to chance. Reflective practice allows practitioners to see the link between theory and practice by thoughtfully considering their own experiences, and applying knowledge to practice. In this paper we argue that for reflective practice to be meaningful and useful to professionals, it should be carefully designed with appropriate structure and guidance. We discuss how this was achieved by being pro-active about promoting and nurturing reflective practice within the context of a professional development program with Sri Lankan educators on OER (Open Educational Resources)-based e-Learning, and how it supported fostering Open Educational Practices (OEP). The OER-integrated online learning experience was designed with various strategies adopted to enhance reflection ‘in’ and ‘on’ action, within a situated learning pedagogical design – Scenariobased learning (SBL). Content analysis of the qualitative data mainly gathered through participants’ self-reflections, supplemented with course team members’ reflections, focus group interviews and the open-ended questions in questionnaire surveys, revealed that a scenario-based approach to learning incorporating authentic learning activities and assessment tasks, such as concept mapping, online discussions, reflective journal writing, and rubric-based feedback on assessment tasks, all helped scaffold participants' approach to reflective practice. Results show that these strategies that were adopted enhanced their critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative learning as well as self-esteem, also indicating a shift towards OEP. We conclude that careful design of the learning experiences is critical in promoting and supporting reflective practice among educators, and the use of such strategies in the design of OER-based e-Learning.
Changing our (Dis)Course: A Distinctive Social Justice Aligned Definition of Open Education
Authors: Lambert Sarah Roslyn
Published: July 2022

This paper investigates the degree to which recent digital Open Education literature is aligned to social justice principles, starting with the first UNESCO definition of Open Educational Resources (OER). A critical analysis of 19 texts was undertaken to track dominant and alternative ideas shaping the development of Open Education since 2002 as it broadened and developed from OER to Open Educational Practices (OEP). The paper begins by outlining the method of texts selection, including defining the three principles of social justice (redistributive, recognitive and representational justice) used as an analytical lens. Next the paper sets out findings which show where and how the principles of social justice became lost within the details of texts, or in other digital agendas and technological determinist debates. Finally, a new social justice aligned definition for Open Education is offered. The aim of the new definition is to provide new language and a strong theoretical framework for equitable education, as well as to clearly distinguish the field of Open Education from mainstream constructivist eLearning.
Exploring Open Digital Badges in Teacher Education: a Case Study from India
Authors: Wolfenden Freda , Adinolfi Lina , Cross Simon
Published: July 2022

This case study concerns findings from a workshop with senior teacher educators from three Indian states as part of the TESS-India teacher professional development initiative. The workshop explored how open digital badges might be used to support, capture and validate changes in teachers’ classroom practice. Workshop participants drew on the TESS-India OER to design short online in-service teacher professional development courses to support movement towards the more participatory approach advocated in education policy. As part of this course design process, participants were encouraged to propose digital badges to recognise changes in teachers’ pedagogic practice. Analysis of the workshop discussions and outputs indicated enthusiasm for digital badges, while also revealing that the process of defining digital badges may be helpful in prompting disruption of deeply embedded cultural scripts about ways of being and knowing that shape teacher educators’ practice and helping them to recognise what the work of quality teaching entails.
To Use or not Use Collaborative Learning Techniques in Teleconference Teaching? A Case Study from the Hellenic Open University
Authors: Niari Maria
Published: July 2022

The purpose of the small-scale qualitative research study was to examine the use and perceived value of integrating collaborative learning techniques at teleconferences at the School of Humanities of the Hellenic Open University (HOU). Qualitative semi-structure interviews with tutors from the School of Humanities at the HOU were conducted in order for the research plan to be fundamentally heuristic and generate original results. Purposeful sampling was chosen for the data collection process, cross-sectional organization for the data classification and thematic analysis for the data analysis. The results of the present research study indicate the parameters need to be taken into account in order for the tutors to use collaborative learning techniques at teleconference teaching at HOU. Adequate teleconference platform, tutors’ training on distance collaborative learning and group dynamics, and a common understanding regarding distance learning and group dynamics in e-learning environments are some of the most significant findings derived from this research study. The role of students, as well as the role of the distance-learning provider, in integrating and adopting distance collaborative learning strategies is also highlighted by the results.
Interplay between Literacy and Health Services Access: The Case of Elderly Exemption Beneficiaries in Tanzania
Authors: Edward Joshua
Published: July 2022

Over the last two decades research has indicated an unpleasant experience for the elderly with exemptions. An important question for this paper is whether the unpleasant exempted experience for the elderly in accessing health services is linked to illiteracy. Since illiteracy can affect how services are used and its results, the answer to this paper’s question could affect how health services are accessed and their associated outcomes. Policy implementors are operating without a solid knowledge of this relationship. The study used a mixed methods approach. Purposive random sampling was applied to select  879 elderly and was guided by research assistants in filling in the questionnaires. Also, purposive sampling was used to recruit 23 key informants. Results indicates a significant relationship between illiteracy and selected indicators of health service access: awareness, acceptability and adequacy. This paper argues for more training opportunities through non-formal programs among adults and communication capacity building among health providers based on the results of implementing the elderly exemption policy in Ubungo and Mbarali districts in Tanzania.
Achieving Community Development through an Agricultural Extension Programme: Technology Dissemination for Mushroom Farmers
Authors: De Silva Nilantha , Wijeratne Mahinda
Published: July 2022

Mushroom production is a small-scale business unit in rural areas. The Life Long Learning for Farmers (L3F) Programme aims to enhance the socio-economic conditions for them, increasing their access to and use of knowledge and technology. This study evaluates the outcomes of the L3F Programme at the community level. Data were collected through a pre-tested questionnaire survey. The sample consisted of 30 L3F farmers. Farmers’ achievement was assessed by the Farmer Performance Index (FPI). Results indicate that mushroom farmers have scaled up their production; have improved their productivity; designed new experiments to minimise the impact of pests and diseases; focused on environmental sustainability and scientific mushroom production; and improved the quality of packaging. The mobile app Bimmal Govi, blended with Information and Communication Technology, helped them to move with the latest technological advancements. The L3F Programme has increased the standards of mushroom production, helping the farmers become promising entrepreneurs.
Contradictions in Learner Interactions in a Blended-Learning Writing Course in the ODL Context: An Activity Theory Analysis
Authors: Pullenayegem Judy , De Silva K. Radhika M. , Jayatilleke Buddhini, Gayathri
Published: July 2022

This paper reports on the use of Engeström’s (1987) Activity Theory (AT) framework to gain insights into the contradictions that emerge within the activity system of the online component of an advanced writing skills course, delivered in a blended-learning mode using the Process Approach.  Activity theory, with its principle of contradictions, has been used successfully to identify tensions that arise in interactions between and among participates in online environments. The focus of this mixed-method study was to identify challenges participants experienced due to externally imposed conditions when engaging in the online activities. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews and the online log reports from the Learning Management System (LMS). Contradictions emerged between and among the elements of two activity triangles within the activity system of the online writing course. Implications of these contradictions were noted to take steps to improve the design of the online component of the writing course.
Scaling Smallholder Farmer Empowerment: Lessons from the Lifelong Learning Program in Uganda
Authors: Kalibwani Rebecca , Kakuru Medard , Carr Alexis , Tenywa Moses
Published: July 2022

An evaluation study of the Lifelong Learning for Farmers (L3F) program was undertaken in two sites; in the central and northern regions of Uganda. Propensity Score Matching (PSM) was used to measure the impact of the program on crop and household income, as well as the empowerment levels of its participants. The two sites had differences not only in geographical location but in historical background and implementation of the program, which may have influenced the livelihood outcomes. Despite these differences, the results of the study confirm the potential of the L3F approach to raise participants’ crop and household income relative to non-L3F counterparts, significantly so for women participants. There is also sufficient evidence to confirm that L3F positively contributes to farmer empowerment, and, subsequently, their livelihood. The paper draws lessons for scaling the empowerment process using the lifelong learning for farmers’ model in Uganda.
Decrypting the Learners’ Retention Factors in Massive Open Online Courses
Authors: Pant Harsh Vardhan , Lohani Manoj Chandra , Pande Jeetendra
Published: July 2022

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) have recently become attractive at most universities, and the number of MOOCs has risen significantly, particularly in India. Despite their popularity, previous research has revealed a low course completion rate and a scarcity of research on the factors that influences learners’ retention in MOOCs. Therefore, it is a good idea to investigate previous research to understand the factors behind the learners’ retention so that an ideal learning model can be created. This study used Structural Equation Modelling to find out the unexplored learner retention factors in MOOCs and create a model, which may extend the satisfaction. MOOC data sets were collected from different Indian universities in Uttarakhand state. This study has explored the majority of influencing factors correlated with learners’ satisfaction. The findings show that MOOC usage intention is influenced by a willingness to credit mobility, the allure of the latest trendy course, content localisation and perceived effectiveness.
PRODUCTION MASK SCUBA TYPE ON UMKM CAHAYA PRINTING
Authors: Yuyun Yuniar Rohmatin
Published: July 2022

Scuba mask is a type mask which made from a tight and elastic type of fabric that provides comfort when used. PT. Cahaya Digital Printing is one of companies engaged in digital printing that produces masks which are currently used by the public. The purpose of this study was to analyze production process of scuba masks from raw materials to mask products. The scuba mask production process uses scuba cloth as raw material which though a printing process on a digital printing machine which has a print area of up to 1.5 m with a print speed of up to 15 m2 per hour to print according design to customer requirement, manual press process to cut the mask to size and scuba printing and sewing and overlay processes using a sewing machine that has a stitch length of 0-5 mm and a sewing speed of up to 4500 s.p.m to sew the edges of the mask to make look neat and not stringy.
DIGITAL TWIN CONCEPT FOR INDONESIA DIGITAL GOVERNMENT INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY GOVERNANCE
Authors: Hari Setiabudi Husni  , Ford Lumban Gaol  , Suhono Harso Supangkat  , Benny Ranti
Published: July 2022

This paper explores the possibility of digital twin concept implementation framework in Indonesia Digital Government Systems (IDGS) using Information Technology (IT) Governance indicators states in Indonesian Government regulation. The concept of Indonesia Digital Government regulated by Indonesia Presidential Regulation no. 95 year 2018 that define digital government as a governance that adapting to advances of technology information and communication and utilize optimally so it can provide service to citizen in most efficient and effective way. Indonesia government implement IT Governance using regulation publish by the Minister of State Apparatus and Bureaucracy Reform No. 59 year 2020 about monitoring and evaluation of Indonesia Digital Government System. In the regulation, the governance consists of monitoring, which is a systematic assessment process through verification of information on the results of the Self-Assessment to measure the maturity level of implementation and the evaluation, is a process of self-assessment systematically through verification and clarification of information which can be continued with information validation to the results of the Self-Assessment to measure maturity level of digital government system implementation. The concept of exploiting digital twin concept to Governed IT Management is a framework introduce by Geert Poels, Henderik A. Proper and Dominik Bork in 2021. The Digital Twin concept itself already utilize to do such as monitoring data, data analysis, conduct simulation, and enhances performance of assets. The framework will be use as a technology infrastructure reference model that facilitate Digital Twin in conceptual aspect where process of IT governance, organizational IT assets management and IT management processes, connected.
Standardisering av WHO-anbefalingen for fysisk aktivitet for barn og unge og konsekvenser for praksis i norske skoler
Authors: Karlsen Maria Louise , Skarpenes Ove , Borgen Jorunn Spord
Published: July 2022

I denne artikkelen tar forfatterne opp til diskusjon Verdens helseorganisasjon (WHO) sin anbefaling for barn og unge om 60 minutter fysisk aktivt daglig, og et eksempel på hvordan denne helsebaserte anbefalingen blir innført som tiltak i norske skoler. Ved hjelp av sosiologiske begreper analyserer forfatterne hvordan fenomener, som for eksempel manglende fysisk aktivitet blant barn og unge, blir formulert som et samfunnsmessig problem og knyttes til handlinger og sosiale grupper. Deretter hvordan slike problemer og løsninger trekkes inn i skolen. Artikkelen analyserer hvilke konsekvenser det kan få for undervisningen og for elevene når det helsebaserte konseptet om fysisk aktivitet blir transformert og operasjonalisert i skolen gjennom det fylkeskommunale eksemplet «Liv og røre». Resultatene viser at det medisinske helseaspektet ved fysisk aktivitet for barn og unge som WHO formidler, også knyttes opp mot kognitive ferdigheter og akademiske prestasjoner og skolens samfunnsmessige mandat. På bakgrunn av analyser og resultater diskuteres mulige fremtidige utfordringer ved at helsebasert fysisk aktivitet får plass i fagene i skolen.
Analisis Tingkat Pengetahuan Tentang Gizi Seimbang Bagi Remaja di MTS Ex PGA Proyek UNIVA Medan
Authors: Panjaitan Nuraisyah Wulandari , Hasibuan Syahrida Suryani , Faradillah Faradillah , Hasibuan Yayang Nisrina Putri , WK Arsri Ayunita , Anggraini Dea Riski , Sibuea Alya Az zahra
Published: July 2022

Gizi seimbang adalah susunan makanan sehari-hari dalam jenis dan jumlah yang sesuai dengan kebutuhan. Gizi seimbang menjadi cara tepat yang dapat dipraktikkan oleh remaja untuk memenuhi peningkatan zat gizi dan untuk mencapai status gizi serta kesehatan yang optimal. Masalah yang sering terjadi di kalangan remaja saat ini adalah kekurangan gizi mikro yang biasa disebut dengan anemia. Tingkat pengetahuan seseorang berpengaruh terhadap sikap dan perilaku dalam pemilihan makanan yang selanjutnya juga akan berpengaruh pada keadaan gizi orang tersebut. Remaja sebagai generasi penerus bangsa berperan penting untuk kemajuan negara di masa yang akan datang dengan menjadi generasi sehat. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk melihat tingkat pengetahuan tentang gizi seimbang dan prinsip-prinsip yang harus diperhatikan agar dapat menjaga kesehatan tubuh remaja di MTS EXPGA Proyek UNIVA Medan. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif korelasi dengan pendekatan crosssectional dengan memberikan pre-test, pemberian materi dan post-test. Sampel dalam penelitian ini sebanyak 30 orang dengan distribusi jenis kelamin laki-laki sebanyak (53,3%) dan perempuan sebanyak (46,7%) dalam kategori usia 12-15 tahun. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pengetahuan remaja tentang gizi seimbang yang baik bagi tubuh masuk ke dalam kategori baik. Hal ini dibuktikan dengan adanya peningkatan dalam menjawab pre-test dan post-test. Tingkat pengetahuan semakin meningkat dari 82,7% menjadi 98,7%.
Pengaruh Media SMS Reminder Terhadap Pengetahuan Suami Tentang Vasektomi Di Puskesmas Parigi Kabupaten Parigi Moutong
Authors: Tasya Zhanaz , Yani Ahmad
Published: July 2022

Metode vasektomi salah satu metode kontrasepsi yang cocok untuk pasangan usia subur yang menginjak usia diatas 35 tahun atau pada masa mengakhiri bertambahnya anak. Penelitian ini bertujuan menilai pengaruh media SMS (Short Message Service) reminder terhadap peningkatan pengetahuan tentang vasektomi. Penelitian ini menggunakan disain kuasi eksperimen dengan rancangan rancangan one group pretest-posttest. Populasi adalah Pasangan Usia Subur/Suami yang berusia 30 tahun keatas dengan jumlah 473 orang. Sampel penelitian ini adalah sebanyak 54 orang yang memenuhi kriteria inkulusi. Analisis data menggunakan uji Wilcoxon Signed Ranks test. Hasil penelitian memperlihatkan bahwa ada perbedaan pengetahuan vasektomi sebelum dan setelah mendapatkan sms reminder. Berdasarkan hasil temuan penelitian ini diharapkan agar pihak Dinas Kesehatan Kabupaten Parigi Maoutong dapat mempertimbangkan pemanfaatan media sms reminder dalam kegiatan intervensi yang berkenaan dengan peningkatan pengetahuan Vasektomi.
Deletion Diagnostics in Logistic Regression
Authors:   Department of Statistics, University of Wisconsin, Madison, USA, Ghosh Soham
Published: July 2022

Today, there are not many good measures for detecting influential observations in case of fitting a logistic regression model. So, the purpose of this article is to extrapolate from the pre-existing deletion diagnostics defined for detecting influential points for multiple linear regression, i.e. the DFFITS, DFBETAS and Cook's Distance to the scenario of a binary logistic regression model and then view the multinomial model as a special case of the same. The threshold for determining whether an observation is an influential observation or not is judged using the asymptotic distribution of the Cook's Distance in the multinomial setting, both for the single and the group deleted case. The results are examined under various simulation scenarios as well as over the modified Kyphosis data-set.
Kepatuhan Pasien Kanker Payudara Dalam Menjalani Pengobatan Di RSUD Arifin Achmad Provinsi Riau Tahun 2020
Authors: Mardhiyati Ainul
Published: July 2022

Kanker payudara adalah suatu keadaan kondisi dimana sel telah kehilangan pengendalian dan mekanisme normalnya. Tantangan pengobatan kanker ialah kepatuhan pasien dalam mematuhi semua saran dokter. Hasil berbagai penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kepatuhan pasien dalam mengonsumsi obat lanjutan kanker sangat rendah. Ketidakpatuhan melakukan atau melewati jadwal pengobatan dengan berbagai alasan. Terdapat 2 dari 3 informan utama pernah terlambat datang untuk berobat karena informan lupa akan jadwal pengobatan. Dampaknya akan menyebabkan sel kanker menjalar ke organ lain yang semula sehat dan dapat mempengaruhi fungsi organ atau bermetastasis kebagian tubuh yang lebih jauh dan mengakibatkan kematian. Tujuan penelitian untuk Diperoleh informasi yang mendalam tentang kepatuhan pasien kanker payudara dalam menjalani pengobatan di RSUD Arifin Achmad Provinsi Riau tahun 2020.Jenis penelitian ini adalah analitik kualitatif, dilakukan dengan metode wawancara mendalam kepada 7 informan.Lokasi penelitian ini dilakukan di instalasi kanker terpadu seruni RSUD Arifin Achmad Provinsi Riau pada bulan agustus-september 2020. Dari hasil penelitian disimpulkan bahwa terdapat ketidakpatuhan pengobatan dikarenakan dukungan keluarga yang kurang. Saran diharapkan kepada instalasi kanker terpadu seruni agar dapat meningkatkan kualitas pelayanan kemoterapi dengan memperhatikan dukungan keluarga,efek samping obat dan peran professional kesehatan. Hal ini dilakukan untuk meningkatkan kepatuhan pasien pada pengobatan sesuai dengan jadwal yang telah diprogramkan tim medis
Study on preparation of black shallot dried extracts by spray drying method
Authors:   Vietnam Military Medical University, Nguyen Hong Son ,   Military Institute of Traditional Medicine, Vu Binh Duong , Dang Truong Giang , Nguyen Hoang Hiep , Pham Van Hien , Nguyen Trong Diep
Published: July 2022

Objectives: Development of a preparation process for black shallot dry extracts by the spray-drying method. Materials and methods: Preparation of black shallot extract by hot extraction method with 50% EtOH; preparation of dried extracts from black shallot extract by spray drying method, quantification of cycloalliin by HPLC; investigating the factors affect the yield and quality parameters of dried extracts. Results: Evaluated and selected suitable conditions to prepare dried black shallot powder by spray drying method, including excipients AE/HPMC E6 (50/50), TD/CR ratio: 25%, temperature spray drying: 130°C, fluid supply speed 30 mL/min, solids/spray fluid ratio: 15%, nozzle compressed air pressure: 2.0 bar. Conclusion: The process of preparing black shallot dried extracts by spray drying has been developed with 85.90% yield and active ingredients recovery efficiency reaching 92.58%. * Keywords: Black shallot; Spray-drying; Cycloalliin; Dried powder.
Association of ISG20 rs4566136 polymorphism with hepatitis B virus-related hepatocellular carcinoma
Authors:   Military Hospital 7, Pham Van Dung , Dao Thi Phuong ,   Haiduong Medical Technical University, Tran Thi Phuong Thao , Ta Phuong Linh , Nguyen Thanh Viet , Nguyen Quang Duat ,   Military Hospital 103, Nguyen Linh Toan , Hoang Van Tong ,   Vietnam Military Medical University
Published: July 2022

Objectives: Interferon-stimulated gene 20 (ISG20) plays an important role in viral infection and cancers. This study investigated the association between ISG20 rs4566136 polymorphism with HBV-related hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Subjects and methods: The SNP ISG20 rs4566136 was genotyped by Sanger sequencing in 115 patients with HCC, 100 liver cirrhosis patients (LC) and 120 healthy controls (HC). Results: We observed that the frequencies of genotype ISG20 rs4566136CC and allele rs4566136C were significantly lower in HCC patients compared to LC patients and HC individuals. These results indicated that the SNP ISG20 rs4566136 was associated with HCC (HCC vs. LC: OR (95%CI) = 0.67 (0.46-0.99), p = 0.04; HCC vs. HC: OR (95%CI) = 0.2 (0.12 - 0.32), p < 0.001. Patients with genotype rs4566136TT had higher AST and ALT levels, followed by patients with genotype rs4566136TC and rs4566136CC. However, the difference was not significant. Conclusion: ISG20 rs4566136 polymorphism is associated with HBV-related HCC in the Vietnamese population. Allele rs4566136C contributes to a decreased risk of HBV-related HCC. * Keywords: ISG20; SNPs; rs4566136; HBV; HCC.
Tỷ lệ trầm cảm sau nhồi máu não và mối liên quan với vị trí nhồi máu não tại Bệnh viện Quân y 175
Authors:   Khoa Nội thần kinh, Bệnh viện Quân y 175, Hoàng Tiến Trọng Nghĩa , Trương Công Nam , Phan Xuân Uy Hùng
Published: July 2022

Objectives: To survey depression rate and the relationship between ischemic area and depression in ischemic stroke patients at Military Hospital 175. Subjects and methodS: A cross-sectional, descriptive study on 81 primary ischemic stroke patients at Military Hospital 175 from 9/2020 - 4/2021. Diagnosis was based on DSM-V and classified by PHQ-9. Results: Group of 71 - 80 years of age accounted for the highest rate of depression after ischemic stroke, 40.7% of patients had depression after stroke, mild depression was dominant (24.69%). There was no relationship between depression and gender or ischemic area. Conclusion: The rate of depression after ischemic stroke is 40.7%. There is no relationship between depression and ischemic area. * Keywords: Ischemic stroke; Depression; Ischemic stroke area; PHQ-9.
Thông báo lâm sàng tụy lạc chỗ ở tá tràng: Điểm lại y văn qua một trường hợp hiếm gặp
Authors:   Trung tâm Ghép tạng - Bệnh viện Hữu nghị Việt Đức, Nguyễn Quang Nghĩa , Trần Đình Dũng , Trần Hà Phương
Published: July 2022

Heterotopic pancreas in the duodenum is a rare anatomical anomaly of the pancreas that usually causes little clinical manifestation and is mainly detected intraoperatively or histologically postoperative. Preoperative diagnosis is often difficult and easily confused with other diseases. Surgical indications are made for symptomatic cases or at high risk of malignancy cases. In this report, a 37-year-old male patient, who was found to have a mass suspected malignancy in the uncinate process, was described. The patient underwent pancreaticoduodenectomy, and the histological examination revealed the presence of heterotopic pancreas in the duodenum with no malignant lesions. The patient was discharged after 2 weeks with good results, followed up every 3 months. * Keywords: Heterotopic pancreas; Duodenum; Duodenal pancreatectomy.
La perception des infirmières quant à l’intégration d’une intervention novatrice inspirée de l’hypnose clinique aux traitements de chimiothérapie à la clinique externe d’oncologie
Authors: Hjeij Danny , Bilodeau Karine , Ogez David , Tremblay Marjorie , Lavigne Gilles , Rainville Pierre , Arbour Caroline
Published: July 2022

Introduction : L’hypnose conversationnelle (HC) est connue pour optimiser la gestion des symptômes liés aux traitements antinéoplasiques. Toutefois, la perception des infirmières qui ont dû intégrer cette pratique dans leurs soins n’a encore jamais été documentée. But : Décrire la perception des infirmières quant à l’intégration de l’HC aux soins entourant la chimiothérapie. Méthodes : Des entrevues individuelles et une analyse itérative ont été réalisées auprès de 6 infirmières possédant une expérience préalable de l’HC à la clinique externe d’oncologie. Résultats : 6 thèmes ont émergé : 1) la clinique externe d’oncologie, un contexte de soins saturé; 2) les clés de voûte qui soutiennent l’intégration de l’HC dans les soins; 3) une valeur ajoutée pour les patients; 4) une expérience positive et valorisante pour les infirmières; 5) des bénéfices collatéraux; et 6) l’HC, une approche à considérer pendant la pandémie. Conclusions : Ces résultats révèlent le point de vue unique des infirmières sur les défis et avantages de l’intégration de l’HC aux soins en oncologie. Mots-clés : cancer, chimiothérapie ambulatoire, hypnose conversationnelle, pratique infirmière
Identification and Analysis of Parameters and Global Experiences of Hospital Preparedness Against Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Disasters: A Scoping Review
Authors: Beik Mohammadi Saeed , Amirheidari Bagher , Dehesh Tania , Nekouei Moghadam Mahmoud , Yazdi-Feyzabadi Vahid , Hassani Ebrahim , Habibzadeh Hossein
Published: July 2022

Context: Chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRNs) disasters represent a disconcerting event for governments, health care providers, the public, and hospitals need to be prepared to cope with such disasters. Therefore, the present scoping review was conducted to identify and analyze the parameters and global experiences of hospital preparedness against CBRN disasters. Methods: The study is a scoping review that examines English and Persian databases including PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Science Direct, Google Scholar, and Jihad Daneshgahi Scientific Information Database (SID), Iranian Research Institute for Information Science and Technology, Magiran, and Iranmedex. Reviewing the studies found on the search bases was carried out in three stages; title, abstract and full text. According to refined studies, the data were extracted in order to meet the objectives and respond to the research questions. Results: In the initial search, 1104 articles were identified. First, the articles were reviewed in terms of duplication, year of publication, title, abstract, and relevance to the topic, and finally, 17 articles that met the inclusion criteria were incorporated in the systematic review process. Finally, 8 primary issues addressed in the articles, including (1) staff training, (2) planning to deal with disasters, (3) personal protection equipment, (4) risk perception, (5) decontamination of medical centers and wards, (6) detection of CBRN infection, (7) availability of drugs and antidotes, and (8) the presence of health professionals and staff were discussed. The review of findings reported by various studies revealed shortcomings in the above eight areas. Conclusions: Most hospitals have begun to undertake activities to deal with CBRN and follow a special program for this purpose. However, due to the industrialization of human societies and the surge in CBRN events and other threatening activities, this level of preparedness is not satisfactory and further planning is warranted. However, the present study offers valuable insights and recommendations for policymakers and hospital managers to improve their hospital preparedness for the risks of CBRN disasters.
The Effect of Lovastatin on the Electrophysiological Properties of CA1 Pyramidal Neurons in a Rat Model of Alzheimer Disease
Authors: Eskandary Azadeh , Moazedi Ahmad Ali
Published: July 2022

Background: Statins are widely used to control the level of plasma cholesterol. There is growing evidence that statins reduce the prevalence of Alzheimer disease (AD) and dementia. Objectives: The present study evaluated the effect of lovastatin treatment on neuronal responses of pyramidal cells of the CA1 region of the hippocampus in a rat model of AD. Methods: Rats randomly separated into 4 groups (n = 10): the lesion group of nucleus basalis magnocellularis (NBM) that received destruction by an electrical method (0.5 mA, 3 seconds) and lovastatin groups [lesion + lovastatin (10, 20, and 30 mg/kg)]. An in vivo single-unit recording method was used in rats anesthetized with urethane. After 15 minutes of baseline recording from pyramidal neurons in the CA1 region of the hippocampus, intraperitoneal injections of lovastatin and dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) were administered, and neuronal response to administration of lovastatin continued to be recorded for 105 minutes. Results: Acute injection of 30-mg/kg lovastatin excited 11 out of 17 neurons and inhibited 2 neurons. On the other hand, intraperitoneal injection of lovastatin in the highest dose resulted in increased spontaneous activity in the CA1 region of the hippocampus. Conclusions: The acute use of lovastatin increases the neuronal frequency in the pyramidal neurons of the CA1 region of the hippocampus.
‘Nos sumus iusti’. San Agustín y la interpretación antidonatista del salmo 22 (21)
Authors: Eguiarte Enrique A. ,   Order of Augustinian Recollects
Published: July 2022

The article deals with Augustine’s soteriological ideas, with which he tries to fight against Donatism trying to reestablish Peace, underlining the importance of the dead of Christ as Redeemer, taking as point of departure the text of Psalm 21, 28-29, to demonstrate the universality of salvation against the Donatist’s concept of Redemption. The article underlines the main Soteriological and Ecclesiological ideas of St. Augustine, making the comparison between the text of Psalm 22 (21) used by Augustine, the Text of the Vulgata and the one used by Cyprian within his Testimonia ad Quirinum. Finally the importance of Peace is underlined, focusing on the Elogium pacis that Augustine presents in the enarratio to Psalm 147.
Are Immortalized Cell Lines Artifacts?
Authors: Scherz Paul ,   The National Catholic Bioethics Center
Published: July 2022

Recent magisterial teaching suggests that Catholics should prefer COVID-19 vaccines in which immortalized cells derived from the remains of aborted fetuses did not play a role in production, even though all of them can be licitly used. Many scholars contest any distinction between the different vaccines, in part by arguing that these cell lines have become artifacts. This argument is inadequate on a number of levels. First, these scholars have not sufficiently proven the point that the cell lines become artifacts through biotechnological manipulation. Second, considering cell lines as mere artifacts commodifies them in a way that is rejected even by secular authors. Third, this mode of commodification reinforces the technocratic paradigm. Finally, embracing this commodification of cell lines will prevent moral theology from properly judging other aspects of the growing bioeconomy. These arguments suggest that distinguishing between different vaccines remains the most appropriate course.