bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Progressive Primary Pulmonary Tuberculosis in Current Times: Are we really heading Towards ‘End of TB’ or Still, Many Miles to go for ‘Dream Come True’?
Authors: Patil Shital , Gondhali Gajanan , Choudhari Shubham , Dahiphale Jayashree , Narkar Sanika , Raka Vipul
Published: May 2023

Tuberculosis is a more prevalent disease and the leading cause of death from an infectious agent in India. Tuberculosis in India accounts for the highest number of cases and deaths annually in the world. In spite of an efficient National tuberculosis control program for five decades, Tuberculosis is still the number one cause of death due to infectious agents in India and one third of total global deaths occurs in India due to this disease. Burden of drug sensitive and drug resistant cases is highest in the south east Asian region with maximum cases in India and China. India has launched a National strategic plan to end TB in 2017 with a target to eliminate TB by 2025. Main theme of the national strategic plan is ‘TB Free India’ with the vision of zero TB disease, zero deaths due to TB and decreasing poverty due to TB. Tuberculosis is an ancient disease and history traced before the evolution of mankind on this planet. Tuberculosis primarily affects the lung and is classified pathologically as primary, post-primary and progressive primary tuberculosis. In this case report, a 62-year male, presented with constitutional symptoms for six-month duration with partial response to medical treatment. He was having low grade fever, cough, shortness of breath, weight loss and anorexia for 6 months. His symptoms were progressive and empirically treated as enteric or typhoid fever for four to five occasions with oral and intravenous antibiotics with steroids with general physicians and family physicians. Additionally, he received empirical treatment as jaundice, viral fever, bronchitis, asthma, and generalised debilitating disease. Relatives brought to our center worsened general health with increased shortness of breath. Clinically he was having bilateral crepitations with decreased breath sounds right lower axillary and infrascapular area. Chest x-ray showed right pleural effusion with miliary opacities bilateral lung field. HRCT thorax showed typical miliary opacities with conglomerated pattern and pleural effusion on the right side of thorax. Pleural fluid analysis revealed exudative effusion with raised ADA level. He was unable to produce sputum, we have done bronchoscopy and BAL evaluation confirmed pulmonary tuberculosis and sensitivity pattern. BAL cytology documented acid-fast bacilli in smear and MTB genome with rifampicin sensitivity in cartridge based nucleic acid amplification test. Treatment initiated with anti-tuberculosis (ATT). We have recorded near complete radiological resolution, bacteriological cure after eight months of ATT with good compliance. More awareness is required regarding symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis to family physicians and general practitioners as the majority of the rural population receives treatment from these health professionals.
The Evaluation of Lipid Profile in HIV/AIDS Patients on Antiretroviral Therapy in University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Nigeria
Authors: Peter Abriba Simon , B Osadolor Humphrey , Tunji Akande
Published: May 2023

Background: Abnormal lipids have being associated with the adverse effect of antiretroviral therapy (ART). Information in these areas is needed, to enhance the proper and adequate management of patients on antiretroviral therapies. This study was carried out to determine the levels of lipid profile in HIV/AIDS patients on antiretroviral therapy (ART), and as well ascertain the degree of metabolic and cardiovascular complications. Method: A hospital base case-control study was carried out in October, 2020 to October, 2021, and a total of 153 subjects were involved in the study, and they were divided into three groups: the control group (which consist of apparently healthy subjects), the study group 1 (consist HIV positive subject not on ART) and study group 2 (consist of HIV/Aids patients on ART). The lipid profile was analyzed using enzyme linked spectrophotometric methods. Result: In the study, increase in Triglyceride (TG) and very low density Lipoprotein (VLDL-C) were observed with P<0.001in the study group 2 compared with the control group (apparently healthy subject); there was no significant difference observed in the study group 1 when compared with the control group P>0.05, for HDL-C, TC and LDC-C; The mean values of the control group for Total Cholesterol (TC), Triglyceride (TG), HDL-C and VLDL-C are: 3.97± 0.69, 1.02± 0.31, 2.88± 0.29, 0.75± 0.51 and 0.26mmol/L respectively. The mean values of the study group 1 for Total Cholesterol, Triglyceride, HDL-C, LDL-C and VLDL-C are 3.02± 0.79, 2.67± 0.93, 1.98± 0.26, 0.85± 0.72 and 0.58± 0.07mmol/L respectively. The values for study group 2 are Total Cholesterol 2.54± 1.30mmol/L. Triglyceride is 3.86± 0.74mmol, HDL-C is 1.24± 0.34mmol/L, and LDL-C is 1.10±1.08mmol/L and 0.17± 0.12mmol/L for VLDL-C. Conclusion: The findings in this study shows elevation of some lipids in HIV/AIDS Patients on Antiretroviral Therapy, which suggests that it could be due to the adverse effects of Anti-Retroviral Therapy (ART).
Concept and Scope of Dental Digitization - Teleorthodontics
Authors: Bashir Tabish
Published: May 2023

Teleorthodontics refers to the use of Information Technology and Telecommunications to facilitate Orthodontic Consultation about the care to be rendered, the Practitioner, the Patient and Public Education as well as promoting Public Awareness. Despite skepticism, there are several advantages of including Teleorthodontics in the clinical Orthodontic Practice. In the present review, the new communication healthcare system and its applications in the field of Orthodontics that is destined to change the future of our clinical practice will be discussed. For this purpose, the point to point concept and the scope of Teleorthodontics has been provided. The information discussed in the present article is obtained from the most relevant studies evaluating the performance of Teleorthodontics and remote monitoring systems in clinical practice.
Determinant of SMEs Income using Structural Equation Model (SEM)
Authors: Handayani Anita , Pratikto Heri , Sudarmiatin Sudarmiatin , Hermawan Agus , Vilantika Elok
Published: May 2023

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are business activities that can be carried out by everyone, as long as that person can manage and develop the business. SMEs also have a role in economic independence, which can later lead to national independence. SMEs in running their business are sure to be pursued is related to income and profits. The purpose of this study was to analyze how the direct effect of length of business and level of education on the income of Furniture SMEs in Menganti, Gresik, and the indirect effect of financial behavior as intervening variables. The study used 155 furniture SMEs in Menganti Gresik with financial behavior as an intervening variable. The exogenous variable uses the length of business and education level, and the endogenous variable is SME income. using Structured Equation Model (SEM). Based on the results of the study, it shows that each variable for its direct effect shows that all variables have an effect on endogenous variables, while for indirect it shows that financial behavior is capable of intervening between business length and income, and education level and income.
The Impact of Affiliate Marketing and Service Features on E-Commerce Consumers Buying Interest
Authors: Marquerette Lindi Utami , Hamidah Syifa Fauziah
Published: May 2023

The development of information technology in the 4.0 era has made business people make many changes in their business strategy, affiliate marketing is one of the marketing strategies that is being widely used today, apart from that, service features in the digital world are elements that need attention in influencing consumer buying interest. The purpose of this study is to find out how affiliate marketing, service features, and buying interest consumers of TikTok Shop e-commerce. And to find out how much impact affiliate marketing has on buying interest, the impact of service features on buying interest, as well as the influence of affiliate marketing and service features on buying interest. In this study, the independent variable (X) is affiliate marketing and service features, and then the dependent variable (Y) is buying interest consumers. This research is a sample study where consumers are respondents to this study, for data collection using a questionnaire with a total of 100 respondents. The analytical method used is a quantitative method with descriptive analysis. To process the data, the author used Microsoft Excel 2019 and SPSS 26 For Windows. The result of this study is either partially or simultaneously affiliate marketing and service features have a positive effect on e-commerce consumers buying interest.
The Effect of Financial Performance on the Health Level of General Insurance Companies
Authors: Ramadhani Anastasia Safa , Muazaroh Muazaroh
Published: May 2023

Insurance is one of the most popular methods of risk transfer. Insurance aims to transfer individual or corporate risk to insurance companies. The purpose of this research is to examine the effect of financial performance on the soundness level of general insurance companies. This research is quantitative research, where quantitative research uses measurement results in the form of numbers and analysis using statistics used to test hypotheses. The population in this study are conventional insurance companies registered with the Financial Services Authority. The sampling technique used purposive sampling. The samples used in this study were 49 samples of conventional general insurance companies. The results showed that the liquidity ratio had a significant positive effect on the soundness level of general insurance companies and the profitability ratio partially had a significant positive effect on the soundness level of general insurance companies. The implication of this research is for insurance companies to stay healthy by maintaining their liquidity and profitability levels.
The Influence of Leadership, Work Discipline, and Motivation on Employee Performance with Religiosity as a Moderating Variable
Authors: Harahap Isnaini , Rahmani Nur Ahmadi Bi , Pohan Ahmad Mu'arif , Pohan Muhammad Munawir
Published: May 2023

Organizations and corporations cannot function without their human resources to ensure that a company's management and operations are effective. With religion serving as a moderator, this study aimed to investigate how leadership, work ethic, and motivation affect employee performance. A causal-correlational strategy was used in this quantitative study. Eighty-eight people were selected as the sample size. Information for this study comes from both primary and secondary sources. A survey using a Likert scale was used as the data collection tool. A multiple linear regression analysis was used to analyze the data. The results showed no correlation between leadership and employee performance that was either favorable or statistically significant. Employee performance is positively and significantly impacted by workplace discipline. Performance and employee motivation are positively and significantly correlated. Employee performance and moderate religion do not positively and significantly relate. Workplace discipline and employee performance are not completely connected considerably with religiosity. There is no significant correlation between employee performance influenced by religion and job discipline.
Analysis of King Cobia Fish Commodity Value Chain as an Effort to Increase the Value of Frozen Fish Products
Authors: Herdiani Leni , Sumarni Neni , Suherman Enjang , Suroso Suroso
Published: May 2023

King Kobia is a rising marine fish commodity and continues to be socialized by cultivators in Pangandaran. Weaknesses of fishery products include the fast decay process, so to prevent this process, proper handling techniques are needed so that the freshness and quality of the fish are guaranteed. This study aimed to map the flow of king cobia products, analyze the king cobia value chain, analyze the added value, and describe the obstacles that exist in the processing and marketing of product value. The type of research used is descriptive research. Descriptive research aims to describe something by describing, recording, analyzing, and interpreting the conditions in a value chain of king cobia fish commodities. Data collection through literature study, observation, documentation, and interviews with fishermen, MSME actors, and fish traders. Data analysis using Value Chain Analysis. The study found that value chain analysis helps add value in every production stage and delivery of products or services to consumers. This value chain consists of two parts, primary activities, and supporting activities. In contrast, the added value analysis is fish nuggets as an effort to increase the value of frozen fish products.
The Influence of Promotion and Service Quality on Consumer Purchase Decisions
Authors: Sondari Tanty , Satriawan Budhie , Afriliani Dea
Published: May 2023

The development of the business world is experiencing very rapid growth; this has an impact on business actors who have to keep up with the competition to get opportunities in their business fields. The number of new competitors causes consumers to have more choices of goods/services to be used. This study aims to determine the effect of Promotion and Service Quality on Consumer Purchase Decisions at Toy Stores during the Covid-19 Pandemic. The method used in this study is a quantitative method using primary and secondary data. The number of samples in the study was 72 respondents, namely customers in the Kingkong Toys Whatsapp group. Analysis of the data used in this study is using path analysis which is processed using SPSS Version 26. The results of this study indicate that the variables of promotion and service quality have a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions.
EFFECTIVENESS OF TOOL KIT USING DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED LEARNING APPROACHES (TELA) IN TEACHING SCIENCE SIX
Authors: Jovan B. Delos Reyes  , Noe P. Garcia  , Emie A. Genton
Published: May 2023

This study was conducted to determine the effectiveness of the Digital Technology Enhanced Learning Approaches (TELA) Toolkit in teaching Science six during the school year 2020-2021. The study included 10 Grade VI pupils. There were two instruments developed namely the pretest and posttest and the Digital TELA toolkit. Specifically, a pre-experimental design was used to determine the effect of the instructional materials. The study revealed that there was a significant difference between the pretest and posttest of Grade VI pupils. The posttest score of Grade VI pupils in Science was higher than the pretest score. It was concluded that there was a significant difference between the pretest and posttest of Grade VI pupils. This implies that the use of the Digital Technology Enhanced Learning Approaches (TELA) Toolkit was effective in teaching Science in Grade VI pupils. Teachers are encouraged to employ TELA materials as an approach to teaching science. In addition, the Digital Technology Enhanced Learning Approaches (TELA) Toolkit as a tool for instruction should be used for meaningful learning experiences. The researcher highly recommended that it should be used in delivering the lessons, especially during virtual classroom interactions.
KEYWORDS: EFfectiveness, toolkit, digital TELA, science six, Philippines
EFEITOS DO ENSINO REMOTO EMERGENCIAL NAS PRÁTICAS PEDAGÓGICAS UNIVERSITÁRIAS
Authors: Geremias Bethania Medeiros , Almeida Felipe Torrent
Published: May 2023

No artigo, nos embasamos em Andrew Feenberg, Álvaro Vieira-Pinto e Paulo Freire para apresentar e discutir resultados de pesquisas que focalizaram suas análises nos efeitos do Ensino Remoto Emergencial nas práticas pedagógicas universitárias brasileiras, bem como nas apropriações educacionais das Tecnologias Digitais da Informação e Comunicação nesse momento de pandemia do coronavírus (2020-2021). Para tanto, realizamos um estudo de revisão de trabalhos publicados neste período, selecionando os que refletiram sobre os processos de ensino-aprendizagem em cursos superiores durante o ERE. O retrato das pesquisas selecionadas, sobre as práticas e reflexões produzidas no período de adaptação do ensino presencial ao remoto, nas universidades brasileiras, expôs diversas fragilidades e potencialidades do Ensino Remoto Emergencial, trazendo à tona questões relevantes para o debate, principalmente, acerca de políticas públicas e desigualdades socioeconômicas. As novas demandas da educação, advindas da impossibilidade de aulas presenciais, geraram, igualmente, novas demandas para a pesquisa em educação, com foco na relação entre esta e a tecnologia.
FORMAÇÃO DE MEDIADORES ESCOLARES DE UMA ESCOLA DA REDE MUNICIPAL DE JACOBINA-BA
Authors: Silva Martina , Leal Ione Jatobá , Salvadori Juliana Cristina
Published: May 2023

O presente artigo relata a experiência sobre formação de estagiários de licenciaturas para atuarem como Profissionais de Apoio Escolar/mediadores de aprendizagem em escola municipal de Jacobina/ Bahia. A formação objetivou promover espaços de formação a fim de contribuir com as práticas pedagógicas a partir de rodas dialogais acerca da caracterização e desmistificação das principais particularidades de aprendizagem dos alunos da instituição escolar e, desenvolver a oficina de atividades lúdicas para criação de materiais que facilitem a mediação pedagógica. Utilizou-se como estratégia metodológica a revisão de literatura, o desenvolvimento de rodas dialogais com os mediadores, a discussão de casos e exposições acerca das características peculiares a transtornos globais do desenvolvimento e a promoção de oficinas de produção de recursos pedagógicos com materiais recicláveis e/ou de baixo custo. Conclui-se ser imprescindível a formação continuada para os mediadores escolares, bem como a disponibilização de recursos para a efetivação do que se propõe a mediação.
Os processos etnomatemáticos da cubação de terra no Assentamento Rio Preto
Authors: Feitosa Silva Kelson , Aparecida Pereira de Melo Elisângela
Published: May 2023

O artigo apresenta reflexões em torno da prática sociocultural de cubação de terra utilizadas para o cálculo de áreas de terreno, a linha ou tarefa, litros e alqueire, são grandezas presentes na cubagem de terra. Nesse contexto, questiona-se quais matemáticas estão presentes nas práticas socioculturais de cubação de terra dos cubadores do Assentamento Rio Preto. Com o intuito de responder à proposição, estudou-se as matemáticas presentes nas práticas socioculturais de cubação de terra dos cubadores do Assentamento Rio Preto, utilizando uma abordagem qualitativa etnográfica, com entrevista, observação dos participantes, caderno de campo e fotografias, para a coleta de informações. Os participantes da pesquisa três moradores do Assentamento, localizado no município de Araguaína – TO que desenvolvem a prática de cubação de terra. Os resultados evidenciados no estudo sobre as práticas socioculturais de cubação de terra dos moradores do Assentamento permitiram compreender o processo e visualizar as operações aritméticas fundamentais, assim como figuras geométricas planas.
Pengaruh porting saluran intake dan exhaust terhadap kinerja kawasaki ninja 2 tak 150 cc
Authors: Hendro Prastyo Hendro , Tulus Supriyanto  , Subekti Subekti
Published: May 2023

After COVID, activities for motor racing championship competitions have increased year after year. As a result, an engine change is necessary to compete in motor racing events because utilizing a factory standard engine will not produce the best results. It basically has to be modified on the machine because factory standard machines have standard speed and are not ideal for the event motor racing. The goal of this study was to determine how intake and exhaust channel porting affected the 150 cc Kawasaki Ninja's performance and how the results varied in these areas. The experimental procedure entailed reshaping the intake and exhaust holes in the cylinder block from the intake port, which measured 44 mm to 42.5 mm from the upper lip, and the exhaust, which measured 36 mm to 41.5 mm, and exhaust height, which measured 35 mm to 29.5 mm from the upper lip of the cylinder block, a Dynojet test kit on a 150 cc Kawasaki Ninja 2 stroke motorcycle was used to determine the horsepower and torque data obtained. The results of the standard cylinder block data after porting adjustments to the intake and exhaust holes show that the torque results on the standard cylinder block get data from 19.31 at 6,723 rpm to 21.85 at 8,018 rpm, and the HP results on the standard block get data from 23.49 HP at 6,915 rpm to 27.92 HP at 8,584 rpm. The results of this investigation suggest that power and torque can be increased by changing the intake and exhaust ports. Engine performance will be impacted by increased power and torque. The process of adding ports to the intake and exhaust is only getting started with this research. Therefore, more study is required. In order to achieve the best power and torque outputs for the demands of motor racing, research can be conducted by creating porting adjustments
Analysis of the vibration caused by porting on the intake and exhaust channels of a 150 cc Kawasaki Ninja driver
Authors: Eko Saputra Eko Saputra , Subekti Subekti  , Tulus Supriyanto
Published: May 2023

Motorcycle vehicles are very popular because they are easy to maneuver and fast, so they are the most popular in various aspects of transportation in urban areas. However, motorbike drivers get tired easily. Acute fatigue, fatigue, chronic sleepiness, sleep disturbances, and heavy workloads have been associated with reduced performance in psychomotor tests and driving simulators and increased rates of motor vehicle crashes, injuries and deaths in certain populations. One that must be considered is the spread of vibrations originating from the piston motor. This is due to vibrations occurring in the work environment and distributed to the body of the workforce or objects in the workplace or work environment throughout the body in the form of mechanical vibrations originating from machines or mechanical equipment. Therefore, the purpose of this study will be to determine the effect of port placement on the intake and exhaust channels on vibrations throughout the body (Whole Body Vibration). Tissue resonance throughout the human body causes health problems. The standard or threshold value for the whole body vibration level that applies at the international level refers to ISO 2631. The test results on the driver’s arm with a rotational speed of 9900 rpm at the standard obtained a frequency of 6 Hz and an amplitude of 0.911137 mm/s2, after porting, the frequency is 7 Hz and the amplitude is 0.771992 mm/s2. Meanwhile, on the driver’s feet with a rotational speed of 9900 rpm, the standard obtained a frequency of 3 Hz and an amplitude of 12.0214 mm/s2, after porting a frequency of 3 Hz and an amplitude of 18.6765 mm/s2 was obtained. The results of this study can be concluded that the use of ports on motorbikes will cause riders to experience fatigue more quickly than standard motorbikes. Because the average ported has a greater amplitude than the standard conditions
USING LANGUAGE GAMES IN TEACHING ENGLISH TO STUDENTS OF LOCAL UNIVERSITIES
Authors: Thi Lan Dr. Phan
Published: May 2023

The article is based on the theory of language games and the role of language games in teaching to show the principles of using language games in teaching such as preparation before organizing games, game instruction, game conduct, player engagement, and evaluation; At the same time, propose 4 measures to use language games in teaching English to students of local universities to create a fun and engaging learning atmosphere; help students master knowledge, excitedly practice skills in using English effectively in communication.
SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SKILLS, BULLYING AND CYBERBULLYING IN MEXICAN ADOLESCENTS
Authors: Jimenez-Arriaga Karen , J. Llorent Vicente , Miranda David Aaron
Published: May 2023

This study studies the relationship between the socio-emotional skills of high school students and bullying and cyberbullying. 15,500 young people participated (41.90% women and 58.10% men, Medad = 15.88, SD = 0.9) from the preparatory schools of the Autonomous University of the State of Mexico. The participants answered a battery of four instruments: sociodemographic data (sex, age, sexual orientation and ethnic-cultural group), a Socioemotional Competences scale, a Bullying scale and a Cyberbullying scale. The results show that there are differences in socio-emotional competencies by gender, ethnic-cultural minority group and sexual orientation. Aggression and cybervictimization are placed with low reference weights to socio-emotional competencies. These results suggest that a high development of social and emotional competencies is a protective factor in adolescents who participate in dynamics of bullying and cyberbullying. This study has implications for educational policies and supports proposals to design and implement a program that contributes to optimizing the development of social and emotional competencies in students to have an impact on coping with problems related to these antisocial behaviors, which favor coexistence and inclusive education.
STRATEGIES FOR MOBILIZING COLLEGE STUDENTS' LEARNING MOTIVATION UNDER MODERN ONLINE EDUCATION: A CASE FROM CHINA
Authors: Meng Xianliang , Xiao Li  , Ruizhi Chu  , Guoguang Wu  , Wan Yongzhou
Published: May 2023

Based on the current situation of low motivation and poor teaching effectiveness of college students in modern online education environment, a multi-faceted and multi-dimensional analysis of its causes was conducted. The results of the analysis show that students' low motivation is mainly influenced by the low importance of family, the lack of strict management by teachers and the low interest of online education. In view of the above reasons, this paper provides mobilization strategies for improving college students' motivation through four directions: student awareness cultivation, teaching mechanism improvement, teaching mode innovation and driven teaching activities, and further promotes the development of college students' continuous learning motivation under online education.
Why Targeted Alpha Particle Therapy is the key to cancer remission?
Authors: Luo Maxwell
Published: May 2023

Since 1882, attempts have been made to develop a remedy for cancer. Even today, we still seek out more modern, safe, and effective remedies to potentially find a way to do away with cancer permanently. However, thus far we have only discovered methods to temporarily remove cancer. Although there is a chance you would be cured for good, most people only experience remission, a time when they are free of symptoms. New discoveries have changed cancer treatment for the better. A recently discovered cancer treatment method called targeted alpha particle therapy could potentially become a safe and effective form of cancer treatment. Although it is still in development, its potential is huge. Targeted alpha particle therapy could be a breakthrough that could save many lives.
ACCELERATING ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE THROUGH TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Authors: Idiko Bomanaziba , Obah Obah Daddy
Published: May 2023

This study investigated the impact of transformational leadership on organizational performance: A survey of all commercial banks in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria. The study employed simple random sampling technique to collect data with 300 questionnaires administered to staffs and 150 were returned. The study adopts spearman rank-order correlation coefficient statistical technique with the aid of SPSS IBM version 20 to examine the relationship the explanatory variable and predatory variable using 5% level of significance to test the hypotheses. The study reveals that there is a positive relationship between idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation and individualized consideration of transformational leadership and organizational performance. Therefore, the study summarized that there is a positive link between transformational leadership and organizational performance. The research recommends that, managers should develop of specific, challenging and attractive vision that pay attention to self-efficacy; promote employees’ capabilities and capacities via training and coaching that will enhance the well-being of employees and increase productivity and commitment thereon.
Intervention Health Volunteer During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Online Education Practices to Pregnant Women
Authors: Sistiarani Colti , Wati Erna Kusuma , Rahardjo Setiyowati
Published: May 2023

BACKGROUND: The COVID-19 pandemic condition limits pregnant women from getting health services, especially continuum care-based health services. Pregnant women need access to antenatal care services to get screening and assistance related to efforts to get good pregnancy outcomes. AIM: The purpose of this study is to identify factors related to information exposure and the role of health volunteers in providing health education to pregnant women. METHODS: This study also applies the preparation of health volunteers in conducting online education practices during the COVID-19 pandemic for pregnant women. Pregnant women who have been given education by the health volunteers are asked to assess their acceptance of the health volunteer’s educational practices. Collect data about need assessment online education in pregnant women. Health volunteers who attended debriefing related to online education practices and pregnant, women who were given online education by health volunteers. The number of samples of health volunteers and pregnant women in this study was 32 health volunteers and then 32 pregnant women giving assessment about online education practices by health volunteers. RESULTS: The results of the intervention on the application of online education by health volunteers are quite good, according to pregnant women, namely, screening and mentoring, health volunteers have provided information. Submission of information is done through WhatsApp by 76% and pregnant women understand the health information of pregnant women delivered by health volunteers. CONCLUSION: It is necessary to strengthen the role of health volunteers in providing online assistance and education so that it can continue to be carried out optimally.
Factors Associated With Influenza Vaccination During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Older Adults Residing in Brazil
Authors: Luchesi Bruna Moretti , de Oliveira Andrade Nathalia , Carrijo Mariana Ferreira , Azambuja Humberta Correia Silva , Martins Tatiana Carvalho Reis , Seixas Rosimeire Aparecida Manoel
Published: May 2023

The current study aimed to assess influenza vaccination coverage and explore factors related to vaccine uptake in older adults in 2020 amid the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic. A cross-sectional study using an online questionnaire was performed with 380 older adults (aged ≥60 years), living in Brazil, from May 26 to June 29, 2020. Data regarding sociodemographic, health, and social support variables were collected. Data were analyzed using Poisson regression with robust variance. Influenza vaccination coverage in the sample was 85.5% (95% confidence interval [81.6, 88.7]). Older adults with increased age had higher vaccination coverage, whereas those who were smokers, not wearing masks, and sometimes and never/almost never received professional support had lower vaccination rates. Data show that vaccine coverage for influenza in 2020 was below that recommended by Brazilian authorities. We reinforce the importance of information about the influenza vaccine, especially for younger older adults, smokers, and those who do not wear masks. Reliable information from health care professionals and the media is essential for vaccination during a pandemic. [
Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 49
(5), 31–38.]
Initial Validation of a Sacroiliac Joint-Specific Disability Questionnaire
Authors: Patel Vikas V. , Sawyer Eric E. , Mintken Paul E. , Michener Lori A. , Cofer Claire L. , Lindley Emily M.
Published: May 2023

Low back pain is a multidimensional disorder that can originate from a variety of pain generators, including the sacroiliac (SI) joint. Although the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) is often used in SI joint treatment studies, the effects of the SI joint on functional disability are likely different from those of other low back pain generators. Thus, we developed the Denver SI Joint Questionnaire (DSIJQ) and performed validation testing in patients (n=24) with SI joint-specific pain at baseline, +2 weeks, and +6 months. Psychometric analyses included test-retest reliability, internal consistency, content validity, convergent criterion validity, divergent criterion validity, and responsiveness. The DSIJQ showed good test-retest reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient=0.87), internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha=0.842), content validity (<30% floor/ceiling effects), convergent criterion validity (
r
=0.89;
P
<.001), and divergent criterion validity (
r
=−0.33;
P
=.12). The DSIJQ was correlated with performance on two physical function tests: Timed Upand-Go (
r
=0.53;
P
=.008) and 5 Minute Walk (
r
=−0.52;
P
=.009). The DSIJQ showed better responsiveness than the ODI (standardized response mean and effect size, 1.14 and 1.45 for DSIJQ and 0.75 and 0.81 for ODI). Overall, the DSIJQ performed well on all psychometrics. Importantly, we validated the DSIJQ with patients' ability to complete two tests of physical functioning. Moreover, the DSIJQ was more sensitive to changes in SI joint disability than the ODI. These psychometrics suggest the DSIJQ is appropriate for evaluating SI joint disability and detecting changes in disability after targeted SI joint treatment. [
Orthopedics
. 2023;46(6):345–351.]
The Relationship Between Postoperative Patient-Reported Psychological Outcomes and Preoperative Pain Characteristics in Patients Who Underwent Periacetabular Osteotomy
Authors: Everett Brandon P. , Lin Jason , Gudmundsson Paul , Owhonda Rebisi , Nakonezny Paul A. , Middleton Emily , Chhabra Avneesh , Wells Joel E.
Published: May 2023

This study sought to investigate the relationship between multiple preoperative characteristics of pain (maximum pain severity location, the presence of pain in certain locations, the highest level of pain, and the number of pain locations) and psychological outcome measures as reported by patients. Fifty-four hips (50 patients) that underwent periacetabular osteotomy to treat acetabular dysplasia between February 2017 and July 2020 were reviewed using the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale-21 (DASS21), Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), and Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS), radiographic analysis, and questionnaires concerning pain severity/location. Twenty-six hips had their worst pain in the groin, whereas 28 hips had greater or equal levels of pain at another location. There was no significant difference between these two locations on any of the postoperative psychological outcomes (HADS,
P
=.53; DASS21,
P
=.85; PCS,
P
=.97). Additionally, there was not a significant relationship between pain in any location other than the groin and any postoperative psychological outcomes (
P
≥.08). Finally, the highest level of preoperative pain and the number of locations of pain demonstrated no significant relationship with postoperative psychological outcomes (maximum severity: HADS,
P
=.28; DASS21,
P
=.49; PCS,
P
=.57; number of pain locations: HADS,
P
=.47; DASS21,
P
=.60; PCS,
P
=.35). Variance in preoperative pain location, severity, and number of pain locations seemingly does not result in any significant effect on postoperative psychological outcomes. Thus, a large range of patients with acetabular dysplasia may experience similar, favorable psychological outcomes from treatment with periacetabular osteotomy notwithstanding the characteristics of preoperative pain. [
Orthopedics
. 2024;47(1):28–33.]
An Overview of Cultural Competency and Trauma-Informed Care in Maternal Mental Health
Authors: Hinds Latoya
Published: May 2023

This chapter offers current statistics concerning the alarmingly high mortality rates in women of color during the perinatal stages of pregnancy. This chapter reviews the negative impact implicit bias has on inadequate screening, treatment, and follow-up care. Additionally, this research explores how utilizing a culturally competent and trauma-informed approach to providing patient care can support women in receiving appropriate screenings, treatment, and follow-up care. One of the challenges for women during pregnancy is the lack of specialized health resources. Many mental health resources are not tailored to the specific needs of this population. As a result, women may not receive the care and support they need.
Educational Technology in Advancing SDL in Higher Education Curricula
Authors: Olajide Awopetu Emmanuel
Published: May 2023

Learning situations where learners take independent responsibility for what is learnt, with or without the assistance of others, can be described as self-directed learning (SDL). This therefore enables them to diagnose their learning needs, formulate their learning goals, and identify human and material resources useful for their learning. They also decide on their choice of appropriate learning strategies and evaluate learning outcomes that they can benefit from. Going by the above, SDL is a type of learning that is learner centred and as such, effectiveness of teaching learning is enhanced. Therefore, effective use of educational technology (Edtech) principles is very germane. This is because Edtech has contributed immensely to the teaching and learning of curriculum contents via electronic mediums and platforms using appropriate gadgets and tools. Consideration was done regarding its strengths and weaknesses, and the chapter concluded that effective use of Edtech in higher education could facilitate effective learning.
Self-Directed Learning in the Analytical Chemistry Laboratory
Authors: Alkan Fatma
Published: May 2023

Self-directed learning is an approach that includes educational features in which the learner assumes the responsibility of learning and decides what, how, where, and when to learn. Self-directed learning steps are similar to Kolb's experiential learning steps. In experiential learning, students' learning experiences become more meaningful because they are presented with a series of processes or activities such as thinking, observation, and application. The study was designed in a mixed method. The sample group of the research consists of 20 pre-service chemistry teachers. Data were collected with inquiry skills scale and qualitative analyze laboratory form. The difference between the pretest and posttest scores was examined by Wilcoxon Signed Rank test. The qualitative data obtained from the form were analyzed by content analysis. As a result of the research, it was determined that experiential learning is meaningful in improving the inquiry skills of chemistry teacher candidates. The effect of experiential learning on inquiry skills is also supported by other research results.
Approaches on Redesigning Entrepreneurship Education
Authors: Sankar Mallika , Sophan Angel , Kureethara Joseph Varghese
Published: May 2023

All over the world there is an emergence of a self-reliant life. This instilled a spark in entrepreneurship, especially during the wake of a pandemic world. The paradigm shift from dependency to self-reliance demands a set of skills and techniques as prerequisites to thrive in this competitive world. This chapter introduces a couple of innovative pedagogy strategies that can be inculcated in educational institutions, which will give rise to efficient entrepreneurs who can face adversaries and make an efficient contribution to society. The chapter aims to integrate realistic learning activities for fostering capability development in entrepreneurship education. Capability enhancement in entrepreneurship education includes activities that improve the knowledge, skills, and talents of potential entrepreneurs. The chapter aims to develop a model that further illustrates how the educational entrepreneurial experience could be explored.
Influence of Socio-Economic Status on Indigenous Entrepreneurship Success in Windhoek, Namibia
Authors: Tafirenyika Blessing
Published: May 2023

This chapter assessed the influence of socio-economic status of indigenous entrepreneurs on the success of their business ventures. A survey was conducted by administering a structured questionnaire to some randomly selected small scale indigenous enterprises in Windhoek. The study found that socio-economic status indicated by age, gender, level of education, sources of funds, income, business category, and registration status has a major influence on the success of indigenous entrepreneurial ventures. The study recommends that indigenous entrepreneurs should pursue a broader range of businesses. Increased efforts to register businesses, access to funding, and support for skills development should be supported by the government.
Organizational Anthropology and Ethnography
Authors: Vargas-Hernandez José G. , Higuera-Cota María F. , Vargas-González Omar C.
Published: May 2023

This study aims to analyze some of the theoretical, conceptual, and methodological implications between organizational anthropology and ethnography. Departing from the assumption that ethnographic analysis and interpretive research on organizational anthropology has an emergent and symbolic role rooted in social processes and with no a priori assumptions, with explanations and categories defined by the organizational actors, the method employed is based on analytical and descriptive issues from the theoretical and empirical literature review leading to reflective analysis. It is concluded that the ethnographic methodology is pertinent to be used in the analysis of its interactions with organizational anthropology as a new specialty in organizational studies.
Andragogy and Leadership in Higher Education
Authors: Boboc Marius
Published: May 2023

This chapter focuses on various factors requiring changes in higher education leadership, such as societal pressures, availability of financial support, labor market characteristics and expectations for job-ready college graduates, and the tension between institutional processes and the degree to which internal/external stakeholders are involved in decision-making processes. In this light, leadership development has become critically important in creating the necessary cadre of professionals committed to the mission and vision of institutions of higher education they lead. As a clearer focus on effectiveness and differential impact on the emerging leadership skills of participants is still needed, this chapter proposes a theoretical framework infusing andragogical principles into leadership development.
Exploring the Potential of an Andragogical Approach to Teaching Leadership
Authors: Kırkgöz Yasemin
Published: May 2023

This chapter reports designing, implementing, and evaluating a Leadership and Management in ELT course based on an andragogical approach for adult learners in the teacher education department of a state university in Turkey. Participants were seven adult learners aged 28-35 undertaking the course, which lasted 14 weeks with 3 hours of weekly teaching. The course was delivered online, and the course content included leadership and management theories and approaches using videos, books, and a collection of articles. Data were collected using qualitative data collection tools; participants were requested to produce reflective writings, keep a leadership portfolio, and respond to end-of-the-course evaluation. Content analysis of the data revealed that adopting an andragogical approach to teaching leadership and management in ELT has been highly useful in preparing the participants for the leadership and management working environment they were either concurrently involved in and/or had aspirations to be in their professional lives.
Team Creativity by Integrating Knowledge Management
Authors: Wu Xiuxiu , Siu Kin Wai Michael , Bühring Jörn , Villani Caterina
Published: May 2023

Knowledge management (KM) closely relates to team creativity and is a critical strategy for businesses to maintain competitiveness. The synergy between KM and team creativity benefits and empower andragogical leadership by increasing team engagement, which results in organizational success. Prior studies examined the KM models, processes, systems, and components that influence team creativity. However, the integration of KM into facilitating team creativity is yet to be fully understood. Therefore, this study provides a rationale for the relationships between KM and team creativity. Based on this interplay, the authors create a novel framework that serves as a practice guideline that aggregates KM models and team creativity components. The framework aims to assist andragogical leadership in effectively and purposefully managing teams while considering the major challenges of practice. The study goes beyond the boundaries to theoretically connect KM and team creativity, which benefits both academic research and the application of KM in business.
Toward Social Justice
Authors: Escalante Karen , Meetze-Hall Melissa
Published: May 2023

This chapter asserts that transformative leadership is essential to educational organizations. The authors identify andragogical leadership as synonymous with transformative leadership, with critical attributes hinged upon activism, praxis, technology, and social justice supporting adult learning. The transformative leader can engage in dialogue with their learners/employees to facilitate critical consciousness through a constructivist framework and provide evidenced-based feedback. The orientation of this chapter focuses on what social justice is and why it is central to leadership, access and use of technology as a form of social justice, the essential role of dialogue and inquiry for the andragogical leader, where learning takes place, and the necessity of transformative leadership to move organizations further along the social justice continuum to enact change for the modern world. This chapter contributes to the knowledge base of transformative leadership as a promising vehicle to address the growing need for humane (expansive/accessible) learning spaces.
Facilitating Conditions for Hybrid Teaching Among Academics
Authors: Torrisi-Steele Geraldine
Published: May 2023

Hybrid teaching has come to the fore post pandemic disruption. Although universities are making an effort to ‘return to normal', the legacy of the pandemic, alongside the ever-present need to remain competitive, is the demand for flexibility in learning and access to online learning. Many academics are now facing the challenge of hybrid teaching. It is much more than simply using technology to transmit the lecturer's voice and classroom images between physical and virtual locations. Educators need to consider how to develop effective learning strategies that provide quality and equal opportunity. This requires creativity alongside knowledge of pedagogy and technology. It must be considered that educators need to be committed to hybrid teaching and fully engage. There are existing studies in the related domain of blended learning which can help create insights into what factors will support effective hybrid teaching. The author reports on a study of factors academics to blended learning strategies and highlights how the results of the study are useful to hybrid teaching.