bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Investigation of research-teaching model for undergraduate students
Authors: Yonghua Lu , Ye Ming Tang Dunbing
Published: February 2021

Nowadays, the research-teaching models of high education are highly developed in Chinese universities. However, many common problems are presented in these teaching processes, which are mainly three types of problems as bellows: 1. teaching evaluation mechanism; 2. creative teaching training for teachers; 3. teaching management model. The reasons of these problems are analyzed in this paper. According to several research-teaching methods three types of research-teaching models are applied in the course Measurement Technology, which are the combination of theory and practice, the design of opening experiments, and undergraduate students integration into researching topics. These research-teaching models are proved practically to be effective methods for improving creative and practical ability of undergraduate students.
Humanistic Education in a Unique Pre-Service Teacher Education Program for Ethiopian Immigrants
Authors: Gilad Eti , Millet Shosh
Published: February 2021

The unique pre-service teacher education programme for Ethiopian immigrants, operated at a Teacher Education College, encompasses two main approaches to value-oriented education, the pluralistic and particularistic approaches. The programme constitutes a challenging ladder which can reduce the educational, social, cultural, instructional and professional gap of Ethiopians in Israel. This paper presents the humanistic theory perception and displays its characteristics in the unique programme. In order to demonstrate the humanistic education principles in the unique programme, the interviews and documents which accompanied the programme were content analysed. Findings of the case study highlight the applicable and practical components of the humanistic education principle, thus enabling operation of the programme and the success thereof. The insights obtained from the study can facilitate development of unique pre-service teacher education programmes for minority groups that experience difficulties and a gap vis-a-vis mainstream groups.
Measuring Critical Thinking Through Concept Maps
Authors: Anasuri Sadguna D
Published: February 2021

Critical thinking forms the core of our knowledge base. Students in higher education need practice and refinement of this skill crucial to help in their personal and social lives. The purposes of this study was to create an opportunity for the students in Lifespan Human Development course (n=20) to learn, practice and enhance critical thinking and conceptualization skills. This was studied using the assignment of Concept Maps, assessing the criteria Basic content, In-depth information, Connections/Comparisons, Theoretical/Holistic Views, Creativity/Novelty. Results showed that students improved in their critical thinking skills over the semester showing three performance patterns–Steady-progress, Inconsistent-progress, and Diffused. Researcher proposes that critical thinking ability to be introduced, practiced, supported, and promoted through deliberate instructional strategies and assessed regularly.
Regioselective Nitration of Halogenated Benzo[c]cinnolines and Benzenoids
Authors: Epps Ayunna K , Horne Tonya M , Jackson Sha Nese , Sands Bridgette , Mandouma Ghislain R
Published: February 2021

Electrophilic nitration of halo-substituted benzo[c]cinnolines and benzenoids has been achieved regioselectively. The nitro group entry was always ortho to the halo group or/and the aromatic ring. This regioselective electrophilic ortho-nitration was accomplished in mixed acid/mild temperature conditions. Regioselectivity ortho to the halo/ring group(s) was observed with or without proximal steric hindrance. Chlorides and bromides worked equally well in directing these high-yielding ortho-selective reactions.
Neurocine
Authors: Corte Bárbara Maldotti Dalla , De Mello Vinicius Ferigato Exposto , Fernandez Liana Lisboa , Hilbig Arlete
Published: February 2021

Allying the concept of “liberating education” purposed by the Brazilian educator and philosopher Paulo Freire to the concept that integrating different senses on the teaching process – imagination, intuition, films and photography – the effectiveness of learning it is optimized the project “Neurocine: from art to science” was developed. The project consisted in three arms – the major were four weekly sessions of movies and lectures about four neurological themes (Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinsonism, stroke and Gilles de la Tourette Syndrome) where questionnaires were answered anonymously by the participants before and after the lectures; another one were a discussion group in a social network; and the third one were classes plus articles discussions with academic graduate on Rehab Sciences about the same themes of the weekly movie sessions. This article aims to, using this project, discuss about the validity of using non-traditional methods to acquire knowledge.
Stress: Its Causes, Effects, And The Coping Mechanisms Among Bachelor Of Science In Social Work Students In A Philippine University
Authors: Mazo Generoso Nielo
Published: February 2021

The causes, levels of stress, and coping mechanisms vary. The study of Social Work course is basically a rigorous one as it is designed to prepare students for the actual demands in the world of work, specifically on social issues and problems and on community organizing. This study sought to determine the causes of stress, the effects of stress, and the stress coping mechanisms of Bachelor of Science in Social Work students in the Leyte Normal University, Tacloban City. It tested some assumptions using the descriptive survey method with 54 respondents. Quizzes/examinations, school requirements/projects and recitations were the most common stressors. Sleepless nights was the common effects of stress. There was disparity on the causes and effects of stress between the male and female respondents. Praying to God was the common stress coping mechanism. No disparity was observed between the male and female coping mechanisms.
Understanding and Creating 3D Forms Using Familiar Objects
Authors: Zahedi Mithra
Published: February 2021

A fundamental for first-year design students is to express ideas by drawing and creating volumetric models. Traditionally, this education includes spatial geometry and generation of forms whereby students learn to appreciate intersections of volumes and projections to describe three-dimensional (3D) forms in two dimensions. However, given the aptitude of today’s students to operate 3D-modelling software and the general accessibility of current technology, spatial geometry as a core subject may seem less relevant. Our goal is to re-engage students in learning required basic knowledge and skills through a complex multifaceted design process. We have designed a first-semester course of four project-based learning activities that apply learning-by-doing methodology. For each of the past three years, 65 to 75 students have participated in our 3D Expression studio course, in which they develop understanding of design process, vocabulary, and skills to create 3D models with precision, refinements, and high-level visual impact. This paper reports on the successful results of activities conducted during the 14 full days of this studio course.
Fascinating Double Angle Formulas of the Mulatu Numbers
Authors: Lemma Mulatu , Atena Agegnehu , Muche Tilahun
Published: February 2021

The Mulatu numbers were introduced in [1]. The numbers are sequences of numbers of the form: 4,1,5,6,11,17,28,45... The numbers have wonderful and amazing properties and patterns.In mathematical terms, the sequence ofthe Mulatu numbers is defined by the following recurrence relation:The double Angel Formulas for Fibonacci and Lucas numbers are given by the following formulasrespectively.
Mathematical Subject Classification: 11
A Note on The Abel Matrix Transformations
Authors: Lemma Mulatu , Tanksley Latrice , Brown Keisha
Published: February 2021

The purpose of this research is to investigate the effect of applying At to convergent sequences, bounded sequences, divergent sequences, and absolutely convergent sequences. We considering and answer the following interesting main research questions.
The Prevalence, Identification Process and Intervention Strategies of Children with Intellectual Disabilities
Authors: Adebisi Rufus Olanrewaju , LIMAN Nalado Abubakar , RASAKI Suraju Ademola
Published: February 2021

The writers of this paper presented a report of an institution of a fieldwork conducted in 2014, which used own identification process and intervention strategies to attend to the children with intellectual disabilities. The report gave the history and foundation of the institution and its programmes, which range from vocational training, special education services, reading instructions that provided individual instruction for children, physiotherapy services, and lots more. The paper reported the prevalence of intellectual disabilities in the centre, as well as the identification process adopted by the institution, as against the general identification process for children with intellectual disabilities; the various adopted intervention strategies the centre used to meet the individual needs of the children were discussed. Other important aspects of the centre’s programmes is the parental involvement in the educational programme of the children and the myriad of scholarships and grants the centre and the children received from the local and international organizations were highlighted by the report.
Case Study of Phonics among Primary School Students
Authors: Xiaojing Liu , Zhang Junying , Jing Huang
Published: February 2021

Phonics is a widely implemented teaching approach in primary schools in many English speaking countries. Through a flexural development, the teaching approach has been proved to be an efficient way of improving children’s decoding, spelling and general reading ability. This paper reports case study of presenting phonics to 10 students in Grade 3 in China. The study shows that phonics teaching can help the students to form a connection between words and their pronunciation, hence help students to acquire the ability to decode and spell new words in their further reading.
Characteristics of University’s Scientific Research Project Management i n the New Times
Authors: Luo Hongchun , Zhang Xiaoyun
Published: February 2021

Along with the comprehensive deepening of reform and open, China's economic has developed rapidly. National and provincial’s longitudinal and transverse scientific research projects are increasing. In particular, our country has many universities and they have close relationship with economics’ development. Also, scientific research projects that involved are multitude of names. Understand our country’s characteristics of scientific research project i n the new period correctly. Adjust local university’s scientific research project management method, means and key in time, and make out corresponding management system to promote local universities’ further development.
Formative Assessment and Learning
Authors: Dessie Askalemariam Adamu , HEERALAL PREM JOTHAM HEERALAL
Published: February 2021

Integrating different formative assessment strategies into daily instruction are the current assertion to improve students’ learning, particularly in science education. However, the practice of assessment for learning is not straightforward. It depends on many factors. Thus, this study was aimed at investigating science teachers’ perception on the pedagogical power of formative assessment to support students’ learning. The participants of the study were 153 science teachers in East Gojjam Preparatory schools. Questionnaire, semi-structured interview and lesson observation were used to get valid information about the issue. Percentage and mean were used to analyse the quantitative data. For the qualitative data content analysis was used. The results showed that teachers who participated in this study perceived formative assessment as variety of tools used to evaluate learning at the end of the lesson continuously. This was evident by their response inconsistency to items in the questionnaire and what they actually do in the classroom. Teachers’ lack appropriate knowledge and skill about assessment for learning strategies. Thus, it has negative implication on the integration of formative assessment strategies within their daily instruction to improve students’ learning.
Computer Science Course eTextbook Initiative at a Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Authors: Andrews Graham D'Nita
Published: February 2021

Much of the literature has been focused on printed textbooks versus eTextbooks. Other studies have examined the concerns with the high cost of textbooks. Only a minimum amount of literature has discussed how eTextbooks can play an important role for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, (STEM) student who attend Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in ensuring both cost reduction and to improve student success. This paper details the authors’ experience with the development and delivery of an eTextbook. The cost reduction and suggestions are made for how instructors can use these benefits to assist first time generation students and non-traditional students who have challenges with purchasing their textbooks due to the increase of cost of printed textbooks. Readers will become familiar with the eBook project and why it was designed with students being the number one priority.
It’s Critical
Authors: Cho Esther K , Jerman Karly V. , LaCalli Kameron J. , Lucero Sabrina E. , Maraga Victoria S. , Pennington David P. , Slavensky Aimee E. , Stein Rachel E. , Vranicar Neil V. , Jacobitz Frank
Published: February 2021

Critical thinking is an essential skill for achievement as an engineering student and for success in the engineering profession. Critical thinking can be defined as a mental process to responsibly form an unbiased conclusion that includes identification, skillful analysis, and evaluation of evidence to guide decision-making. This article evaluates a research project undertaken by students at the University of San Diego. In the investigators’ work, they analyzed the definitions of critical thinking and bias, what tools could be used to help in the critical thinking process, and how concepts such as bias and critical thinking affect engineers in their occupations. The team then presented this information to several introductory engineering classes in the form of a lecture and asked the students to assess their knowledge and understanding of critical thinking concepts before and after the presentation. The investigators evaluated the surveys and discovered that most students improved their definitions of bias and critical thinking after the lecture. The students also generally improved their self-rating of understanding critical thinking concepts.
Quest for Teacher Effectiveness Parameters
Authors: Kurgat Joyce J , Zachariah Kosgei K , Anastacia Tirop
Published: February 2021

Teacher effectiveness is the capacity of teachers to perform their duties optimally and achieve desired educational goals and standards. The purpose of this study was to establish the factors influencing teacher effectiveness and quality education in public and private secondary schools in the north rift region. To establish factors that influence the effectiveness of teachers, the study employed descriptive research design, which entailed the collection of data using questionnaires observations and interviews. The target populations for the study were teachers and head teachers in selected public and private secondary schools. Stratified sampling method was used in the selection of permanent and temporary teachers, whereas purposive sampling method was used in the selection of head teachers. The study sampled 22 temporary teachers from the private schools and 100 teachers from public schools, where 13 were temporary teachers and 87 were permanent teachers.  Data were analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The findings showed that a myriad of parameters gravitate around the teacher effectiveness concept and the earlier these parameters are isolated and teased out the better for the education fraternity. The study therefore recommends that parameters such administration, teachers, students, and classroom be leveraged to improve teacher effectiveness in both public and private secondary schools.
Carry out the party's mass line educational campaign to promote the employment work of college graduates ---Taking China West Normal University as an example
Authors: Hao Zhang
Published: February 2021

It is a major decision for the party to carry out mass line educational campaign with "for the people, pragmatic, honest" as the main content, which agree with the CPC Central Committee with Xi Jinping as general secretary’s managing the party strictly and strengthening the party's self-construction. As the main carrier of cultivating the builders and successors of the socialism with Chinese characteristics, how the college can do a good job on the mass concerned employment of graduates, and focus on the problem solving is of vital importance to the party's mass line educational campaign in Colleges and universities.
Comparative Study of the Impact of Instructional Materials and Technology on Traditional and Distance Education Systems.
Authors: Chuks Onyilagha Joseph , Nebechi Nnajiofor Francisca
Published: February 2021

Recent changes in information and communication technologies have significantly impacted teaching and learning processes. Methods of doing business have also changed. Many experts now recommend that students’ educational experiences be reformed to better prepare students for their future, which entails incorporating technology in the teaching process. The objective of this study is to assess the importance of technology and good instructional materials on two educational systems – distance and traditional systems. We conclude, among others, that good instructional materials should be clear, precise, and must deliver accurate message as were initially designed to do irrespective of traditional or distance educational system. We further conclude that whereas technology may have greater influence on distance education than on the traditional classroom system, however, when applied appropriately, technology will also enhance learning in the traditional classroom system. Students will comprehend faster, and it will make the teaching task less difficult. Education planners and instructors must ensure that application of technology; especially in distance education does not jeopardize the quality of learning.
The Intellectual Capital Capability and the Income Generating Project of a Philippine University
Authors: Villarino Ibarra Maximino Villordon
Published: February 2021

Intellectual capital is a new concept for a new way of doing business. It involves looking at products, processes, and people in order to profit from the intelligence it contains. State universities in the Philippines has to adopt this concept through corporatization due to the impending cut down on government subsidy. Anchored on an integration of intellectual theories and models, this study sought to come up with an analysis of the level of intellectual capital capability in terms of its human capital; structural capital, and; relational capital of the Leyte Normal University. There is an average level of LNU’s intellectual capital capability in terms of human, structural and relational. A few people inside the organization are aware that they are equipped with intellectual capital. There were insufficient management strategies, management skills of the people running the income generating projects.
Research on the Relationship between Self Concept and Subjective Well- being of Normal University Students
Authors: Zhang Lian
Published: February 2021

In order to get a deep understanding of the relationship between self concept and subjective well being of normal university students, improve the level of normal university students’ subjective well being, strengthen the normal university students’ education and training, this paper adopted the Tennessee self concept scale and Index of well being sc ale to test a random sample of 234 students in China West normal university. The results showed that normal university students have a clear self concept and are at a high level of subjective well being. In addition to self criticism, normal university stu dents’ various dimensions of self concept and subjective well being were significantly positively correlated. The psychological self, self identity and moral self factor included in Normal university students’ self concept have significant regression effec t with subjective well being.
Exploration of Mode of Software Service Outsourcing Talents Training Based on School-Enterprise Cooperation and Engineering Education
Authors: Wang Chuang-Wei , Tang Ke-Ming
Published: February 2021

With the rapid development of international service outsourcing industry, the supply and demand uncoordinated problem between talent training modes and service outsourcing enterprises arises. In order to adapt to the knowledge-based economy and social development, our university has done some exploration work in IT service outsourcing talent training with some methods and measures taken, which the culture results obtained aims at providing a reference information for the high-quality IT service outsourcing personnel training and educational reform.
Factors Affecting Corporate Tax Evasion: Evidence from Jordan
Authors: Alsheikh Emad Yousif , AlAdham Mohammed Abd Alaffo , Qasem Moh'd Fayez , Yousef Ammar Ali
Published: February 2021

This study aims to point out the main factors that causing to tax evasion. It was relay on a sample of point views of external auditors in Amman city of 173 auditors. The main concluded were that tax rate, penalty, and company size have a statistical sign affecting on the tax evasion in Jordan. The study has recommended that there is a necessity to put a strategy for training to the employees who deal with the taxation according to the tax law.
Accelerated Bridge Construction (ABC), A Better Approach to Bridge Construction?
Authors: Alashari Mishal Ahmad
Published: February 2021

Accelerated Bridge Construction (ABC) is a common term given to the combination of different procedures that help reduce the construction period of a project.  Utilizing these different procedures on bridge replacement/rehabilitation projects presents several benefits, including reduced traffic congestion and improved on-site safety.  The purpose of this paper is to recognize the difference between Accelerated Bridge Construction and Conventional Bridge Construction, and the process of deciding which approach is more suitable for a particular project.  Specifically, this paper explores the desirable condition in which utilizing ABC would be most beneficial for the owner, builder, community, and environment.  The methodology used in this paper is the content analysis method, which includes a large amount of textual information.  The analytical constructs may be obtained from existing practices, experience, knowledge of experts, and previous research studies.  Throughout this research, data and information was collected from different scientific articles, research papers, books, and journals.  The results conclude that when a project is located in a critical area, and time is a vital factor, the ABC approach can be much more beneficial compared to the conventional approach.  However, this method cannot be applicable unless owners have financial capability, skilled and competent workers, and the required specialized equipment for the job.  Thus, utilizing prefabrication elements is greatly advantageous, but only when owners have the sufficient recourses.
Simulated Impacts of Climate Change on Surface Water Yields over the Sondu Basin in Kenya
Authors: Rwigi Stephen Kibe , Muthama Jeremiah N. , Opere Alfred O. , Opijah Franklin J. , Gichuki Francis N.
Published: February 2021

Potential impacts of climate change on surface water yields over the Sondu River basin in the western region of Kenya were analysed using the Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) model with climate input data obtained from the fourth generation coupled Ocean-Atmosphere European Community Hamburg Model (ECHAM4) using the Providing Regional Climates for Impacts Studies (PRECIS) model. Daily time step regional climate scenarios at a spatial grid resolution of 0.44Ëš over the Eastern Africa region were matched to the Sondu river basin and used to calibrate and validate the SWAT model.Analysis of historical and projected rainfall over the basin strongly indicated that the climate of the area will significantly change with wetter climates being experienced by 2030 and beyond. Projected monthly rainfall distribution shows increasing trends in the relatively dry DJF and SON seasons while showing decreasing trends in the relatively wet MAM and JJA seasons. Potential changes in water yields resulting from climate change were computed by comparing simulated yields under climate change scenarios with those simulated under baseline conditions.

There was evidence of substantial increases in water yields ranging between 88% and 110% of the baseline yields by 2030 and 2050 respectively. Although simulated water yields are subject to further verification from observed values, this study has provided useful information about potential changes in water yields as a result of climate change over the Sondu River basin and in similar basins in this region.
Effect of Extensive Use of Granite Countertops on the γ-Radiation Dose to Occupants of the New Buildings of King Abdulaziz University
Authors: Tayeb Mohammed Sami , Kinsara Abdulraheem Abdulrahman
Published: February 2021

Exposure dose due to γ-radiation was measured in the new buildings of King Abdulaziz University using an advanced car-borne monitoring system to evaluate the effect of the extensive use of granites on the exposure dose rate to occupants. The measurements were conducted inside and outside the new buildings. For comparison, measurements inside the old buildings of limited granite use were conducted. The results indicated that the average exposure dose rate in the corridors of granite countertops was 0.115 μSv/h compared to 0.093 μSv/h in corridors of marble floors in the old buildings. About 4.2% increase in the annual effective dose due granite use was estimated. A maximum excess fatal cancer risk to an individual working in the new buildings due to exposure to excess γ-radiation from granite countertops was estimated by 1.4x10-6. The obtained results are discussed in detail and some conclusions are drawn.
Physiological Basis of Empathy and Emotionality in Nursing Practice
Authors: Gervasioh Gitonga Pius , Kagure Prof. Karani Anna , Thuo Dr. Kimani Samuel
Published: February 2021

Empathy is a form of connection with a cognitive emotive response that stems from the apprehension of another person’s emotional and physical state of distress. The physiological context of empathy as related to emotionality and related behavior in nursing is a motivating challenge into adventures of high order mental functions. Since our responses are coordinated in the brain, understanding different contexts and processes complete the cycles of initiation, coordination, and memory is essential. The theoretical basis of Emotional Intelligence and Self Determinism for emotionality and empathy related behavior are applied. The pursuit of empathy as a centrally vital competence in healthcare is an interesting discovery and its regulation is a beautiful process. A conceptualized relationship model isillustrated to manifest a candid relationship between and among emotionality and empathy related behavior in nursing. Empathy builds on a likened emotional believe that humans have the capacity to demonstrate empathy or portray empathy related behavior to self and other people. Emotions and emotionality rule our daily lives. We choose activities and hobbies based on the emotions they incite in us. We make decisions based on whether we are happy, angry, sad, bored, or frustrated. The decisions we make impact to us and to others in a considerable emotional measure. Empathizing means we leave our comfort zones and delve into our clients’ phenomena and socialize with them within their imaginary and actual realms. This zone is almost always vulnerable for nurses.
perception of the economic agents on the quality and the control in the certification of wines in Geographical Indications (GIs)
Authors: Zan Fátima Regina , Tibério Manuel Luis , Russo Suzana Leitão
Published: February 2021

Since 1992 geographical indications have become a reference for product quality, especially in the food sector in the European Community. The identification of the products with the place of production was a strategy used in antiquity, mainly to identify the origin of the wines, being this the pioneer product. The research was developed in the demarcated wine regions of Portugal. This country is considered the birthplace and the pioneer in the regulation of Geographical Indication (GI). The first demarcated region was that of the Douro, where Port wine is produced. Seals identifying the products of the region demarcated for distribution to producers undergo a certification process, described in the Specification Manuals, formulated according to the rules established in the GI, which each producer must follow. Therefore, the research, sought to identify the process of certification of products originated from Portuguese GIs in Portugal, and the perception of economic agents on the control, good practices and quality, in relation to the distribution and control of certification stamps. The methodology used was field, documentary and bibliographic research by the use of questionnaires. For the economic agents, the quality of the products is satisfactory, not requiring changes taking into account the way in which it is being distributed and controlled.
Age Perceptions, Knowledge, and Preventive Behaviors Regarding Cervical Cancer: Analysis from the 2005 Health Information National Trends Survey (HINTS).
Authors: Rayford Julian , Dolo Samuel Luogon
Published: February 2021

Cervical cancer is considered to be the third most common type of cancer in women, and the second largest cause of deaths in women. Its toll is greatest in population that lack screening programs to detect precursor lesions (Roden, 2006). Almost all cervical cancer is caused by HPV (Human Papillomavirus), a common virus that is spread through sexual intercourse (Roden, 2006). It is widely believed among experts that most women who are diagnosed with cervical cancer today have not had regular pap smears or they have not followed up on abnormal Pap smear results. But the question is how knowledgeable are women regarding this deadly disease which is curable when detected early. We used a national representative sample of women in an exploratory analysis to shed light on how age differences characterize the perceptions, knowledge and prevention behaviors of cervical cancer. The five classes of women we investigated were women ages 18 – 34; 35 – 49; 50 – 64; 64 – 74; and 75+. The results indicate that women ages 50 – 64 were the most opinionated regarding the characteristics of cervical cancer.
Influence of Principals’ Leadership Styles on Teachers’ Job Satisfaction in Public Secondary Schools in Meru South Sub-County, Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya
Authors: Kimathi Mbaka Kenkelvin
Published: February 2021

In spite of intensive guidance and counseling programs, remedial teaching and availing learning materials, high quality education in Kenya has not been achieved. Other factors have contributed either directly or indirectly to the students’ academic achievement. However, the principals’ leadership styles become one of the central elements to consider because they play a crucial role. This study sought to investigate the influence of principals’ leadership styles on teachers’ job satisfaction in public secondary schools in Meru South Sub-County with view of enhancing quality education. The study used a descriptive survey design. The target population consisted of all principals of 53 public secondary schools in Meru South Sub- county and 500 teachers totaling to 553. Questionnaires were used to collect data from the participants. The study found that there was transformational leadership style adopted by principals in connection to the indicators exhibited by teachers. Therefore, it was recommended that principals should attend to teachers’ personalized needs, encourage team building amongst the staff, and motivate teachers by being role models and offer teachers with personalized attention.
Records Information Management Practices
Authors: Nwaomah Angela Ewhonne
Published: February 2021

Records information management is regarded as one of the pillars of any organization because organization’s activities are based on access to information contained in records. This article evaluates the practice of effective records management in Valley View University in Ghana. The targeted population for the research was centered on employees who handle students’ academic records in Valley View University. The university has a total of thirty- two (32) personnel who deals with students records on a daily bases. A simple random technique was used to select a sample size of 25 records officers. Data was collected with a self-structured questionnaire. A total of 24 copies of the questionnaire were validly completed and returned making it 96% return rate. Percentage frequency tables and simple pie chart and bar graph were used to present the data from the field. The key findings of the study revealed that there is a positive level (64%) of effective students’ records management practices in the university. The study also revealed that only 43.75 percentage of the records officers have professional qualifications and in-service training relating to information and records management. There were some challenges that hinders the records managers from an excellent achievement of records management effectiveness. The paper concluded with some recommendations that will help the university management and the records officers deal with those challenges.
The Role of Environmental Responsibility in the Adoption of Green Marketing: The Case of Petroleum Companies in Arab Countries
Authors: KORICHI Halima Saadia , Abdelmadjid Keddi , Sasu Constantin
Published: February 2021

Green marketing is considered as one of the most important responses to modern environmental challenges. In fact, green marketing goes beyond the local borders of countries and beyond any specific region. It is a global challenge that faces companies across the world. Green marketing is based on the principle of always providing customers and business partners with the highest added value, but with respect to environmental and social needs on the long term. In the present paper, we will define the requirements of a well-functioning green marketing strategy. We will also emphasize the role of environmental responsibility as one of the most important factors that push businesses to adopt a green marketing strategy.
Financial Education for Adults - Women beneficiaries of the Bolsa Família Program (BFP) and Retirees with income of up to two minimum salaries
Authors: Forte Claudia Márcia de Jesus , Rocha Fernanda Sanches
Published: February 2021

The article presents the Impact Evaluation results carried out in the Financial Education Program for Women Beneficiaries of the Bolsa Família Program (BFP) and Retirees with income of up to two minimum wages. This program aims to promote the increase of financial literacy and changes in habits and behaviors, in order to develop skills and abilities that help to manage the family budget efficiently. The methodology used was the one of experimental experience and made possible the coexistence with beneficiaries and retirees in their homes, seeking to understand the realities and the local needs. The change in behavior through the development of skills and abilities, as well as the acquired knowledge, demonstrated that decision making becomes more conscious, promoting autonomy and meaningful better in the quality of life of the family and the family environment.
Female Saudi International Students Daily Practices on Social Media in Australia
Authors: ALSHEHAB Hanan MOHAMMED
Published: February 2021

The effect of Social Media (SM) technology on human life in the 21St century cannot be denied; the use of SM platforms can be seen in various fields, such as education, medicine, politics, social life, communication methods, and daily life. The research aimed to investigate SM’s impact on Female Saudi International Students’ (FSIS) English language learning and creation of identities. This study utilized a qualitative method to obtain in-depth knowledge of FSIS’ practices on SM and the effects on their learning and identity. The semi-structured interview was used to collect the data from eight FSIS. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data. Three main themes were generated: FSIS’ daily practices, FSIS’ digital identity, and FSIS’languages on SM. The findings show that FSIS is active on SM, having accounts on different SM platforms. They communicate with people from Saudi Arabia and of different nationalities. Also, the findings assert that FSIS has a strong digital identity on SM. Moreover, the findings emphasized that using SM helps some of the FSIS to improve their English language proficiency. They use SM as a learning tool for English language acquisition. The limitations and the implications of the study are stated in the Conclusion. For further research, suggestions are made to investigate more phenomena regarding Saudis’ using of SM.
follow-up of alumni as a strategic action in Brazilian universities
Authors: Correa Claudia Prim , Martins Cibele Barsalini , Dos Santos Areli Andreia
Published: February 2021

In Brazilian universities, considered as the complex organization because of its multiple objectives, high specialization and low degree of coordination, the follow-up of alumni presents itself as a strategic action. The purpose of following-up alumni consists in obtaining information that enables evaluating the impact of graduate programs on the professional and academic practice of alumni, as well as enhance the qualification of regular students. Taking these aspects into consideration, in this theoretical work we discuss aspects related to Brazilian universities and the follow-up of alumni as a strategic action in this context.
Gender Equality in Climate Change Policies the case of Viet Nam
Authors: Son Nguyen Thi Xuan
Published: February 2021

Vietnam is one of the countries that are vulnerable to adverse impacts of climate change. Therefore, Vietnam has actively entered into a series of international commitments and adjusted its domestic policies and laws. In the implementation of international commitments and the implementation of national legislation, there is a problem of gender mainstreaming.  This paper focuses on the analysis and evaluation of gender equality in Viet Nam's policies. The analysis highlights the differences and characteristics of gender equality in the field of climate change in Vietnam. Vietnamese women who are affected by climate change play a key role in developing and implementing climate change policies of the country. It is important to clarify that women are the beneficiaries of priority which is not only limited to the equality of climate change. On that basis, recommendations were made to strengthen gender inclusion not only in policies but also in the implementation action plans and strategies on climate change in Vietnam.
Leadership and Its Structure in Enhancing Head Teacher-Parent Collaboration for The Improvement of Inclusive Education in Regular Public Primary Schools in Meru County
Authors: MWIRICHIA SEVERINA MUKOKINYA , KATHURI NEPHAT J. , MARIENE JOHN G.
Published: February 2021

This is a part of a larger study that set out to investigate information on head teacher-parent collaboration for the improvement of inclusive education in regular public primary schools in Meru County. The study examined leadership and its structure in enhancing head teacher-parent collaboration for the improvement of inclusive education in regular public primary schools in Meru County, Kenya. The objective of the study was to examine leadership and its structure in enhancing head teacher-parent collaboration for the improvement of inclusive education. The study was to inform education policy makers, who were expected to use the study results to evaluate the current policies on inclusive education and formulate appropriate policies for promoting head teacher-parent collaboration for the improvement of inclusive education. The study employed qualitative research design. The target population was 97 head teachers, 136 teachers and 2040 parents. Twenty four participants were selected to participate in the study. Purposeful sampling was used, to select the respondents from the target population. The study used interview schedules and focus group discussion guides. The study employed qualitative methods and techniques of collecting and analyzing the data. The findings of the study were presented using narratives and themes. It was found that leadership influenced head teacher-parent collaboration for the improvement of inclusive education. Leadership and its structure enhanced school harmony, a situation that improved head teacher-parent collaboration for the improvement of inclusive education. It was recommended that, the government should appoint head teachers who are positive about inclusive education and with the ability to work together with all parents for the improvement of schooling for all learners in regular classes.
Everyone can do Differential Equations
Authors: Lin Shinemin , Thomas Domenick
Published: February 2021

Abstract: The original research is to make connection between classroom mathematics and real life issues through dynamic models using Excel.  After we completed several sample models such as Prey and Predator model, SIR model, we found we did really solve initial value differential equation problems. We even solve initial values system of linear differential equations numerically and graphically.  Therefore we extend our research to solve initial value differential equations using the same approach as we create dynamic models.  We tested first order and second order differential equations and all got satisfactory numerical solutions.
Self-based Learning Compared to Didactic Learning for Basic Medical or Surgical Technical Skills
Authors: Nassif Joseph , Eid Joe , Nassar Anwar , Bou Akl Imad , Abu Musa Antoine , Abbasi Sehrish , Sharara Rana
Published: February 2021

This randomized controlled study compared self-based learning (SBL) to didactic learning (DL) in teaching medical students medical and surgical skills. Self-based learning is at least as good as didactic learning in teaching medical students. The skills used were IV line insertion and simple interrupted suture. Sixty-four consenting second year medical students were randomly divided into two groups of 32 students each. For the IV line insertion activity, Group 1 was given a short didactic lecture on IV line insertion and Group 2 received a self-based learning task. Both groups were assessed a week later for IV line insertion on a dummy. Then the two groups were crossed over, where Group 2 attended a short didactic lecture and Group 1 underwent a self-based learning task on simple interrupted suturing. Both groups were assessed a week later using a suturing pad model. Statistical analysis of data, collected from assessment forms and questionnaires, was done using χ2 test (chi-square test). The results showed that there was no significant difference between the two groups in terms of their performance assessment, for both skills. However, student satisfaction significantly differed between the two groups with the SBL group expressing higher overall satisfaction in both activities. Self-based learning should be integrated in medical curricula since its comparable to didactic learning in terms of students’ performance and leads to higher student satisfaction.
Perceptions of pre-service teachers about a Science Lab developed in OpenSim
Authors: Nunes Felipe Becker , Zunguze Manuel Constantino , Herpich Fabrício , Antunes Fabiano Ferreira , Nichele Aline Grunewald , Tarouco Liane Margarida Rockenbach , De Lima José Valdeni
Published: February 2021

With the integration of technology in the educational area, use of virtual learning environments has allowed the adoption of new practices and forms of learning. Areas like Science has an interesting field of research involving the use of Virtual worlds, being possible to integrate virtual tasks with the practical work carried out in the real world, providing features such as immersion, interactivity, virtual reality, collaboration and visualization of phenomena through animated 3D objects. This article presents a virtual world composed of three laboratories for teaching Science in elementary education, whose objective is to demonstrate how it can assist educators in the process of teaching, mixing activities of the real and virtual world. OpenSim was used for the development of the virtual world, which has several types of educational content in the format of videos, slides, texts, questions and 3D simulations of practical experiments. These prototype were tested and validated by pre-service teachers of Science in a federal institution, with the objective of evaluate the benefits and difficulty involving this approach and the resources available in this environment. The results demonstrated a wide acceptance and satisfaction in using this virtual world, showing that the users felt motivated to use in their pedagogical practice and believe that it can assist students in their learning process.
The Sandcastle Classroom
Authors: Mishne Eric William
Published: February 2021

This essay positions the classroom as a work of art. More specifically, the author suggests that the classroom is a form of temporary art not unlike a sandcastle. Relying heavily on John Deweyâ€™s Art as Experience, and finding auxiliary support from authors such as Elaine Scarry, Drew Leder, and Kenneth Burke, this essay argues that art and teaching occur simultaneously and are inseparable. Comparing teaching to building a sandcastle and other types of art, an examination of the role of the teacher as an artist, the course content as the message, the space of the classroom as the medium, and the students as the audience build the foundation for this artful perspective of teaching. Finally, the collaborative experience of the teacher and student illustrate the long term effects of this aesthetic perspective reinforcing the value of purposeful and artistic classroom instruction and course creation.