bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Relationship between Self-Regulated Learning and EFL Achievement in Synchronous Online Language Education
Authors:   Istanbul Medipol University, Karacan Cemil Gökhan , Yıldız Merve ,   Sakarya University of Applied Sciences, Atay Derin ,   Bahçeşehir University
Published: June 2024

The present study highlights the significance of online self-regulated learning (SRL) in language education by investigating its impact on English as a foreign language (EFL) achievement. It focuses on the self-reported use of online SRL by focusing on six dimensions: goal-setting, structuring the environment, task strategies, time management, help-seeking, and self-evaluation, and potentially their power in predicting L2 achievement. Employing quantitative explanatory design, this study was conducted at an English preparatory class of a state university in Turkey with 91 undergraduate Turkish learners of EFL. Data were collected through a five-point Likert-type Turkish version of the Online Self-Regulated Learning Scale (Korkmaz & Kaya, 2012), initially developed by Barnard et al. (2009). As for the dependent variable of achievement, summative scores of two exams measuring both receptive and productive skills were gathered. The results suggest that the participants were medium to high level online self-regulated learners. Among the online self-regulation strategies, they report structuring their studying environment as the most frequent behavior, by seeking help from others and setting goals. The most significant positive correlation was observed between time management and goal-setting strategies, with a large effect size of d= 0.56. Our multiple regression model predicted 14% of the variance in language achievement scores; more specifically, employing help-seeking strategies was the strongest predictor of language achievement scores of Turkish EFL learners. The findings emphasize the importance of online self-regulation research and encourage online self-regulation implementation in the field.
Institutional Monitoring and Feedback in Developing and Delivering Online EFL Courses: A Case Study
Authors:   Daffodil International University, Huda Shamsi Ara , Eiten Ehatasham Ul Hoque
Published: June 2024

The sudden outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic necessitated a paradigm shift from face-to-face to online teaching of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) courses through widely recognized virtual platforms. The suddenness of the movement did not give enough time for the tertiary-level EFL teachers in Bangladesh to be prepared. In consequence, the sustainability of higher educational institutions was at stake since ensuring English education to the students of all majors is one of the crucial demands of the respective stakeholders. The academic harmonization of these higher educational institutions requires institutional intervention in terms of monitoring the quality of education and giving feedback to the teachers. This study investigates the role that an institutional monitoring and feedback system played in developing and delivering online EFL courses in a private university in Bangladesh, which is relatively unexplored by international and local research. A mixed methods research design was used: a questionnaire survey and two focus group discussions. Participants were EFL teachers and administrative officers involved in the process of central monitoring and feedback system of the institution. The analysis critically seeks to discover the perceptions of the participants on three issues: (i) the impact of institutional monitoring and feedback; (ii) areas of teaching-learning pedagogy that the process addressed; and (iii) challenges and suggestions. The results show that the teachers benefitted greatly from this system in general, but it did not address specific issues related to EFL courses. The system lacked the involvement of the stakeholders in policymaking and assessment rubric formation. The study suggests that EFL courses should be monitored differently than other courses and EFL teachers should be empowered and involved directly with the decision-making process of central monitoring and feedback system.
Gender Portrayals in Indonesian and International English Language Textbooks for Primary Students: A Critical Image Analysis
Authors:   Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, Fithriani Rahmah
Published: June 2024

It is widely acknowledged that textbooks play a critical role in instilling sociocultural norms, values, and ideologies in learners. Within this role, they are also recognized to significantly contribute to the development of learners' gender roles, particularly during primary education. A great deal of information about gender-appropriate behavior, traits, and social roles projected in the textbooks is available for children to model and imitate. As a result, textbooks can be effectively used to promote or perpetuate gender (in)equality. Unfortunately, in the last few years, Indonesia has witnessed little improvement in gender equity, despite the continuously growing awareness in global contexts. Since textbooks play a paramount role in canalizing gender ideologies or values, this study is aimed at examining whether differences in gender equality in global and Indonesian contexts are reflected in gender representation patterns in English language textbooks (ELTs) distributed internationally and locally. Through a critical image analysis perspective, this study discloses emerging differences between the two ELTs in terms of the frequency of male-to-female appearances, where the international ELT depicts a fairer distribution between the two genders. However, the prevalence of gender stereotyping in three social domains, namely, family, occupation, and leisure activities is evident in both ELTs under examination. This study suggests that ELT authors present an equal direction of learning materials that delineate gender equity in EFL textbooks, particularly those used in Indonesia.
Implementation of ELT Training in Bangladeshi Secondary Classrooms: Challenges & Recommendations
Authors:   National Academy for Educational Management (NAEM), Huda Md. Shamsul , Bhuiyan Md. Nahid Ferdous , Kabir Mian Md. Naushaad ,   Institute of Modern Languages, Rahman Ireen
Published: June 2024

When a curriculum is renewed or modified, the necessity of training becomes more inevitable to help teachers to cope with the innovations. With a view to enhancing the quality of English language learning, Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) was introduced in Bangladesh and accordingly, English language teachers have been trained to address this change. In this paper, attempts have been made to investigate the degree of implementation of the teaching skills, techniques, and knowledge the teachers received from the training session, and identify the challenges they faced while implementing them in classrooms. There have also been efforts to learn more about the recommendations of the practicing teachers. In doing so, the study adopts an explanatory mixed-method study and collects data from students, teachers, and master trainers using tools, such as a questionnaire, classroom observation, and focus group discussion. Findings suggest that because of several contextual, pedagogical, cultural, and infrastructural factors, trained teachers are unable to implement their newly-acquired knowledge in their classes. With a view to including the voices of the practitioners working at the grassroot level, the study ends with a presentation of the recommendations of the teachers and trainers to overcome th
Language Learning Strategies of Kurdish EFL Learners: High Achievers versus Low Achievers
Authors:   Ministry of Education, Noori Abdullah Kameran
Published: June 2024

It has been long believed that students’ learning techniques and strategies could distinguish between successful and unsuccessful student performance. Therefore, this study aimed to examine high- and low-achieving students’ use of the most common learning strategies. For this purpose, 160 students (80 high achievers, and 80 low achievers) were selected as student-participants, and Oxford’s (1990) Strategy Inventory for Language Learning (SILL) was used as the data collection instrument. The results showed that high achievers use metacognitive strategies most frequently, while they use affective strategies the least frequently. On the other hand, low achievers use compensation strategies most frequently and social strategies the least frequently.
Research on the Evaluation System of Green Highway Construction
Authors: Zhou Qiang
Published: June 2024

This paper studies the current situation of the development of green highways, analyzes the stages of the whole life cycle of green highways, and puts forward various evaluation indicators in the three stages of design, construction, operation and maintenance, which has certain reference value for the research of the evaluation system of green highways.
Ultrasonographic Evaluation of the Effect of Patient Position on Size of Subclavian Vein: An Observational, Prospective Study
Authors: Poudel Deepak , Pyakurel Kumud , Pokhrel Anuja , Jha Anant Piyush , Khanal Kanak , Adhikari Milan
Published: June 2024

Introduction: The use of real time ultrasound guided cannulation of the subclavian vein is increasing in critically ill and surgical patient population. The larger diameter of the veinduringcannulationhelps to reduce the frequency of associated complications.
Objectives: To compare change in the diameter of the subclavian vein in 15° head down and 15° head up position with that of the supine position.  
Methodology: A prospective observational study was conducted among the patients visiting Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care in Birat Medical College Teaching Hospital for elective surgery from April 2023 to January 2024.  
Results: The diameter of subclavian vein increased by 18.38±9.1% in head down (Trendelenburg) position and decreased by 15.8±9.8 % in head up position compared to supine position when evaluated by real time ultrasound.  
Conclusion: The head down (Trendelenburg) increases the diameter of the subclavian vein, so this position is advisable during cannulation or any other procedures.
Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Pharmacovigil Comparative study of preoperative prophylactic antibiotic versus no antibiotic in patients undergoing elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy ance among Healthcare Professionals: A Cross-sectio
Authors: Shrestha Bhupendra Charan , Adhikari Milan , Timsina Aliza
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Laparoscopic cholecystectomy stands as one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures worldwide, primarily indicated for symptomatic cholelithiasis and associated gallbladder diseases. Despite its minimally invasive nature, concerns persist regarding the risk of postoperative infections, which can significantly impact patient outcomes and healthcare costs. Antibiotic prophylaxis has long been considered a standard practice to mitigate this risk, yet the optimal approach remains a subject of debate.
Objective: This research was aimed to elucidate the comparative effectiveness of preoperative prophylactic antibiotic versus no antibiotics in patients undergoing elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
Methodology: We conducted a prospective comparative study at xxxxxxxxxxxx from 27 November 2023 to 27 February 2024. A total of 200 patients undergoing elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy were enrolled consecutively and assigned to the no antibiotic prophylaxis group and single dose preoperative antibiotic prophylaxis group (SD) on a roll basis. The SD group received a preoperative injection of ceftriaxone (third generation of cephalosporin) (1gm) 30 minutes before the surgical procedure. Data were collected and analyzed using SPSS version 23.
Results: The overall rate of SSI was 4% in our study. Five out of 100 patients who received prophylactic and 3 out of 100 patients who did not receive antibiotics developed surgical site infection(SSI). However, the difference was not statistically significant.
Reviewer recommendation: Few lines of important characteristic of disease profile (like % stented GSD, of empyema, complicated GSD etc) which has high risk of SSI should have been mentioned in results for better interpretation of results in abstract is recommended)
Conclusion: Our study comparing preoperative prophylactic antibiotics versus no antibiotics in elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy patients reveals no significant association between antibiotic use and outcomes such as surgical site infections and fever.
Epidemiology of Paediatric Fractures at Koshi Hospital, A Tertiary Center in Eastern Nepal
Authors: Yadav Ram Kumar , Yadav Safal
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Paediatric trauma is a leading cause of disability, hospitalization and may lead to mortality in pediatric population. Incidence and nature of fracture varies according to region, culture, seasonal variations and age. Children are more prone to have injury at play grounds, due to fall from height and also due to road traffic accident due to unmanaged traffic and lack of road safety measures. Identification of specific high-risk injury patterns may lead to improved care and outcome. This study aims to find out the epidemiological profile of paediatric injuries presenting to a tertiary care hospital in eastern Nepal.
Objective: To study the common fractures and their management in the paediatric age group at Koshi hospital.
Methodology: This was a hospital based retrospective cross-sectional study done among 424 paediatric patients at Koshi hospital from January 2021 to December 2021.Ethical clearance was taken from Nepal health research council . Data collection was done from the outpatient (OPD), emergency and the operation room records and was compiled in Microsoft excel 2007.
Results: A total of 424 paediatric fractures were taken into study over the duration of one year. Out of which 288 were male (67.92%) and 136(32.08%) were female. Playground injuries were the most common cause of paediatric fractures (49.76%) followed by fall from height (27.35%) and road traffic accident (12.26%). Distal radius and ulna fracture was found to be most common (30.89%).
Conclusion: Distal radius and ulna is the commonly fractured bone followed by supracondylar fractures of the humerus. Most of the paediatric fractures can be managed conservatively. Supervised play in the grounds, at home and at schools are important because paediatric injuries most of the times can be prevented to decrease the morbidity and mortality in the paediatric population. Proper knowledge and awareness of the traffic rules and zebra crossings should be implemented with local community participation and cooperation.
Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Pharmacovigilance among Healthcare Professionals: A Cross-sectional Study at a Tertiary Hospital in Eastern Nepal
Authors: Chaudhary Aswani , Sarraf Deependra Prasad
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) pose a major concern worldwide causing substantial morbidity and mortality. Healthcare professionals involved in identification, documentation and reporting of ADRs are the pillars of a pharmacovigilance program. Lack of knowledge influence the ADR reporting by healthcare professionals.
Objective: To assess knowledge, attitude and practice of pharmacovigilance among healthcare professionals working at Koshi Hospital, Biratnagar, Nepal.
Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among healthcare professionals working at Koshi Hospital, Biratnagar, Nepal from August-December 2021 using a semi-structured proforma. Ethical clearance was obtained from Nepal Health Research Council, Kathmandu (396/2021P). The data were entered into Microsoft Excel 2010 and the descriptive statistics like mean, standard deviation, frequency and percentage were calculated. Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (version 11.5) was used for all statistical analysis. The findings were presented as tables and graphs.
Results: Out of 88 healthcare professionals, 57 (64.77%) were females and 35 (39.77%) were staff nurse. Fifty-six (63.64%) participants knew that Department of Drug Administration is the authorized National center for pharmacovigilance program in Nepal. Thirty-six (40.91%) participants had good knowledge and 52 (59.09%) had poor knowledge of pharmacovigilance. Seventy-nine (89.77%) participants had positive attitude and 41 (46.59%) participants had poor practice. Seventy (79.55%) participants had not seen ADR reporting form.
Conclusion: The healthcare professionals had insufficient knowledge, positive attitude and poor practice of pharmacovigilance. Efforts are required to enhance knowledge and good practice among healthcare professionals toward pharmacovigilance and ADR reporting which would ultimately strengthen the pharmacovigilance program.
Comparative study of preoperative prophylactic antibiotic versus no antibiotic in patients undergoing elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Authors: Charan Shrestha Bhupendra , Adhikari Milan , Timsina Aliza
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Laparoscopic cholecystectomy stands as one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures worldwide, primarily indicated for symptomatic cholelithiasis and associated gallbladder diseases. Despite its minimally invasive nature, concerns persist regarding the risk of postoperative infections, which can significantly impact patient outcomes and healthcare costs. Antibiotic prophylaxis has long been considered a standard practice to mitigate this risk, yet the optimal approach remains a subject of debate.
Objective: This research was aimed to elucidate the comparative effectiveness of preoperative prophylactic antibiotic versus no antibiotics in patients undergoing elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
Methodology: We conducted a prospective comparative study at Birat Medical College Teaching Hospital from 27 November 2023 to 27 February 2024. A total of 200 patients undergoing elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy were enrolled consecutively and assigned to the no antibiotic prophylaxis group and single dose preoperative antibiotic prophylaxis group (SD) on a roll basis. The SD group received a preoperative injection of ceftriaxone (third generation of cephalosporin) (1gm) 30 minutes before the surgical procedure. Data were collected and analyzed using SPSS version 23.
Results: The overall rate of SSI was 4% in our study. Five out of 100 patients who received prophylactic and 3 out of 100 patients who did not receive antibiotics developed surgical site infection(SSI). However, the difference was not statistically significant.
Conclusion: Our study comparing preoperative prophylactic antibiotics versus no antibiotics in elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy patients reveals no significant association between antibiotic use and outcomes such as surgical site infections and fever.
Pengaruh variasi kitosan dari eksoskeleton lobster terhadap palatabilitas pakan lobster
Authors: Ahmad Geofani  , Ali Harris  , Mukminah  , Husnul Budiatman Dani  , Samsul Bahri  , Muhsinul Ihsan
Published: June 2024

Produksi lobster dipengaruhi oleh ketersediaan pakan dengan tingkat kesukaan dan nutrisis yang tepat, kitosan dapat dimanfaatkan untuk menambah tingkat kesukaan lobster terhadap pakan buatan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh konsentrasi kitosan dari eksoskeleton lobster terhadap palatability pakan buatan lobster. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan penelitian true eksperimental mengunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) yang terdiri dari 5 perlakuan dan 4 kali pengulangan. Perlakuan yang diberikan yaitu kosentrasi kitosan, (Perlakuan satu 0%, perlakuan dua 0,6%, perlakuan tiga 0,7%, perlakuan empat 0,8%, dan terakhir perlakuan lima 0,9 %). Hasil penelitian menujukan bahwa penambahan kitosan dari limbah cangkang udang yang diolah menjadi kitosan, selanjutnya di olah menjadi pakan buatan mampu meningkatka kesukaan lobster terhadap pakan buatan tertinggi pada penelitian ini di tunjukan oleh perlakuan 1 sebesar (0,55181 gr), kemudian di ikuti dengan perlakuan 5 sebesar (0,50967 gr), selanjutnya perlakuan 2 sebesar (0,50803 gr), setelah itu di ikuti dengan perlakuan 3 sebesar (0,50342 gr), dan yang terkhir perlakuan 4 sebesar (0,5061 gr).
Pendidikan Karakter sebagai Strategi dalam Pencegahan Perilaku Bullying di SMP
Authors: Maryani Maryani  , Rina Inayah  , Reza Mauldy Raharja
Published: June 2024

This research discusses the importance of educational character in preventing bullying in educational units. Character education is an educational system whose learning can influence everyone, especially education to demonstrate moral values, ethics and civic attitudes towards oneself and others. However, character education is currently a challenge in its implementation, especially with the rise of problems such as verbal and non-verbal bullying among students. Moreover, now the problem of bullying does not only occur in ordinary schools, but can also occur in international schools. One of the factors is a lack of ability to control behavior, an inability to manage emotions which ultimately triggers a desire for revenge in order to adapt to the environment. The strategies needed to overcome bullying include teacher sensitivity towards students, creating a safe atmosphere, forming an anti-bullying team, and conducting outreach about the dangers of bullying.
Pencegahan Kejahatan Digital Dimasa Sekarang Melalui Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan
Authors: Amelia Widiana  , Wahyu Ramadhan  , Reza Mauldy Raharja
Published: June 2024

This research is aimed to find out about digital crime prevention in today's trough civic education. The method used in this research is a qualitative description of viewing data in moderation. The digital age presents a variety of ease and opportunities for society. But underneath it all, there is a dark side to be aware of, is a digital crime. Digital crime is against the laws of digital technology, such as online fraud, data theft, and hate speech. Citizenship education helps students understand the risks and dangers associated with digital crime, and it gives them the skills to protect themselves and actively participate in the digital world.Through citizen education, individuals gain a deeper understanding of their rights, obligations, honesty and responsibilities as responsible citizens when using digital technology and online ethics. With effective education, we can reduce the risk of digital crime and build a society to deal wisely with it.
Končna rešitev vprašanja naravnega prava
Authors:   Catholic Institute, Faculty of Law and Economics, Mihelič Petja
Published: June 2024

Three basic elements are required for consideration in terms of ethics: 1. objectivity, 2. universality, and 3. intelligibility. Men’s inner guide is their conscience which can only be understood and followed correctly, if one’s intellect is properly formed. In this sense, we must acknowledge the importance of common sense for growth in suitable ethical and legal thought. That said, there are philosophies which are contrary to the mentioned perspective. Their trajectory went from methodical doubt through worship of reason of the Enlightenment and finally reached the destruction of transcendent reason. Men’s reason was therefore reduced to immanence, materialism, and positivism. By destruction of the transcendent, the conscience was silenced and, consequently, also the understanding of natural law as something objective, universal, and intelligible. It seems that our civilization thoroughly regressed to the archaic age of mankind, when man tried to become God and decide for himself what is good and what is evil.
The Concept of Human Rights from The Qur'an Perspective
Authors: Damyanti Nurzannah , Nurazizah Sabila Aida , Fitriansyah Ryan Abdurrahman , Muhyi Asep Abdul
Published: June 2024

This article focuses on the discussion of human rights in the Qur’an. The issue of human rights (HAM)   which is considered to have differences that are contrary to Islam is very problematic so it is interesting to discuss. Is it true that Islam does not recognize the concept of human rights? So how does the Koran as the main source of the Islamic religion discuss the concept of human rights? Therefore, this research aims to reveal the concept of human rights in the Al-Qur'an as the main source of Islam itself. This research uses a qualitative approach with descriptive-analytical methods, especially Maudhu'i's interpretation of verses relating to human rights. The results of this research found that the concept of human rights in Islam has existed since humans were born, as evidenced by the existence of verses in the Qur'an which are very relevant to the concept of human rights, including the rights to equality and justice contained in (QS.an Nisa: 58) the right to life (QS. al-Isra': 33) and the right to education (QS. At-Taubah: 122) with the interpretation related to this verse means that Islam is very relevant to the concept of human rights.
The Concept of Religious Moderation in a Review of the Qur'an and Hadith
Authors: Akbar Fadhil Hidayat , Lailatul Fasha Farida , Abdullah Faris
Published: June 2024

This study aims to describe Religious Moderation. The research method used is literature study. This study concludes that there are still many people, especially in Indonesia, who still fail to understand the concept of religious moderation. Religious moderation can be demonstrated through the attitude of Tawasuth (middle way), Tawazun (balance), Iktidal (straight), Tasamuh (tolerance), Musawah (egalitarian), Shura (deliberation), Ishlah (reform), Aulawiyah (prioritizing priorities) and Tathawur wa ibtikar (dynamic and innovative). Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan Moderasi Beragama. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah studi kepustakaan. Penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa masih banyak masyarakat terkhusus di Indonesia yang masih gagal dalam memahami konsep moderasi beragama. Moderasi beragama dapat ditunjukkan melalui sikap Tawasuth (jalan tengah), Tawazun (keseimbangan), Iktidal (lurus), Tasamuh (toleransi), Musawah (egaliter), Syura (musyawarah), Ishlah (reformasi), Aulawiyah (mendahulukan prioritas) dan Tathawur wa ibtikar (dinamis dan inovatif).
EL USO DEL BIG DATA PARA LOGRAR SEGURIDAD ALIMENTARIA Y PREVENIR CRISIS ALIMENTARIAS
Authors: Fillol Mazo Adriana , Martín López Miguel
Published: June 2024

Con el desarrollo de IoT (internet de las cosas), el procesamiento de datos amplia tanto su complejidad como sus posibilidades de uso, entre los que destaca el desarrollo de la IA. Al mismo tiempo, se identifican una serie de efectos colaterales de esta tecnología que impactan en nuestra democracia. Los datos, y la forma en qué son procesados, conllevan riesgos para la ciudadanía, cuya amenaza principal es que sus nuestras vidas diarias sean vigiladas o intervenidas. No obstante, junto con estos conflictos, el IoT genera grandes beneficios para las sociedades en diversos campos como puede ser el sector industrial o el médico, sin olvidar las posibilidades ligadas a la mejora de la prevención de riesgos potenciales para las personas e infraestructuras. En cualquier caso, no se puede caer en su mitificación ni en el pesimismo. El papel de la regulación es esencial en esta profunda transformación tecnológica en la que nos encontramos. El IoT supone un verdadero desafío para la ciudadanía europea. La UE ha realizado un notable esfuerzo legislativo, que nos ha situado como el área del mundo con una legislación más avanzada en la protección de derechos en el ecosistema cibernético. Pero no es suficiente. Este libro ofrece no solo una evaluación de la situación actual, sino también realiza propuestas para construir una ciudadanía europea en la que la tecnología sea una aliada, no una amenaza.
CONECTANDO EL IoT CON EL MUNDO: UN ANÁLISIS DEL RÉGIMEN JURÍDICO INTERNACIONAL DE LAS COMUNICACIONES POR SATÉLITE
Authors: Domínguez Expósito Christian
Published: June 2024

Con el desarrollo de IoT (internet de las cosas), el procesamiento de datos amplia tanto su complejidad como sus posibilidades de uso, entre los que destaca el desarrollo de la IA. Al mismo tiempo, se identifican una serie de efectos colaterales de esta tecnología que impactan en nuestra democracia. Los datos, y la forma en qué son procesados, conllevan riesgos para la ciudadanía, cuya amenaza principal es que sus nuestras vidas diarias sean vigiladas o intervenidas. No obstante, junto con estos conflictos, el IoT genera grandes beneficios para las sociedades en diversos campos como puede ser el sector industrial o el médico, sin olvidar las posibilidades ligadas a la mejora de la prevención de riesgos potenciales para las personas e infraestructuras. En cualquier caso, no se puede caer en su mitificación ni en el pesimismo. El papel de la regulación es esencial en esta profunda transformación tecnológica en la que nos encontramos. El IoT supone un verdadero desafío para la ciudadanía europea. La UE ha realizado un notable esfuerzo legislativo, que nos ha situado como el área del mundo con una legislación más avanzada en la protección de derechos en el ecosistema cibernético. Pero no es suficiente. Este libro ofrece no solo una evaluación de la situación actual, sino también realiza propuestas para construir una ciudadanía europea en la que la tecnología sea una aliada, no una amenaza.
Implementación comparativa de la metodología design thinking en diversas disciplinas académicas: ¿de letras o de ciencias?
Authors: Abad Alcalá Leopoldo , Abradelo de Usera Cristina , Abradelo de Usera María , Alcalá Diaz-Mor Martín , Gallego Rodríguez Pablo , Pérez Cuenca Isabel , Viana Arribas Marta
Published: June 2024

La innovación docente es esencial en una nueva forma de entender la Universidad. Desde la entrada en vigor de los planes Bolonia, se ha entendido que, junto con la enseñanza más tradicional, es necesario aportar nuevos métodos que dinamicen las aulas, y que conviertan a los estudiantes en actores activos del proceso de enseñanza. Desde el mercado laboral se exige que los profesionales del futuro, además de ser expertos en sus respectivas áreas de conocimiento, tengan ciertas habilidades de forma transversal, como el pensamiento crítico, la capacidad de trabajo en equipo o la adaptación a distintos entornos. Para lograr todo esto, los profesores universitarios están poniendo en marcha distintos tipos de innovaciones docentes, algunas de las cuales se comparten en los capítulos que conforman esta obra, que pretende convertirse en una ayuda para todos aquellos docentes de las diferentes disciplinas que se imparten en las facultades de Ciencias Sociales y Jurídicas.
Educar para la sostenibilidad desde la universidad empleando story maps
Authors: De Lázaro Torres María , Morales Yago Francisco
Published: June 2024

La innovación docente es esencial en una nueva forma de entender la Universidad. Desde la entrada en vigor de los planes Bolonia, se ha entendido que, junto con la enseñanza más tradicional, es necesario aportar nuevos métodos que dinamicen las aulas, y que conviertan a los estudiantes en actores activos del proceso de enseñanza. Desde el mercado laboral se exige que los profesionales del futuro, además de ser expertos en sus respectivas áreas de conocimiento, tengan ciertas habilidades de forma transversal, como el pensamiento crítico, la capacidad de trabajo en equipo o la adaptación a distintos entornos. Para lograr todo esto, los profesores universitarios están poniendo en marcha distintos tipos de innovaciones docentes, algunas de las cuales se comparten en los capítulos que conforman esta obra, que pretende convertirse en una ayuda para todos aquellos docentes de las diferentes disciplinas que se imparten en las facultades de Ciencias Sociales y Jurídicas.
Museos y Universidad. El conocimiento del museo de las artes visuales y sus recursos en la formación del profesorado en el contexto arte-educación
Authors: García Cano Marta
Published: June 2024

La innovación docente es esencial en una nueva forma de entender la Universidad. Desde la entrada en vigor de los planes Bolonia, se ha entendido que, junto con la enseñanza más tradicional, es necesario aportar nuevos métodos que dinamicen las aulas, y que conviertan a los estudiantes en actores activos del proceso de enseñanza. Desde el mercado laboral se exige que los profesionales del futuro, además de ser expertos en sus respectivas áreas de conocimiento, tengan ciertas habilidades de forma transversal, como el pensamiento crítico, la capacidad de trabajo en equipo o la adaptación a distintos entornos. Para lograr todo esto, los profesores universitarios están poniendo en marcha distintos tipos de innovaciones docentes, algunas de las cuales se comparten en los capítulos que conforman esta obra, que pretende convertirse en una ayuda para todos aquellos docentes de las diferentes disciplinas que se imparten en las facultades de Ciencias Sociales y Jurídicas.
The Efficacy of Low Dose Nefopam Combined with Fentanyl Injection for Controlling Immediate Postoperative Pain After Laparoscopic Surgery. A Double-blinded, Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Jongkongkawutthi Rawee , Pojanasupawun Surachart , Khlibsi Supatcharee , Laoruengthana Artit , Toolyodpun Siriluk
Published: June 2024

Backgroud: Despite the widespread use of laparoscopic surgery across various procedures, effective postoperative pain management remains a challenge. Nefopam may be effective as an adjuvant analgesic for acute postoperative pain control. Objective: This study highlights the analgesic effects and risk of adverse events when using a low dose nefopam for laparoscopic surgical procedures. Methods: This study is double-blinded, prospective randomized controlled trial. There were 50 subjects who were divided into 2 groups. The nefopam group (n=25) received slow intravenous (IV) injection of 10 mg nefopam and IV 25 mcg fentanyl immediately in post-anesthetic care unit (PACU), while the placebo group (n=25) received IV isotonic saline and IV 25 mcg fentanyl. The primary outcomes include the numerical rating scales (NRS) of postoperative pain intensity, fentanyl consumption, adverse effects and patient satisfaction in PACU. Results: There was no difference in demographic data between groups. The NRS scores of the nefopam group at 30, 45 and 60 minutes postoperative were significantly lower than of the placebo group (p ˂ 0.05). The amount of fentanyl consumption in PACU is comparable between groups (p = 0.311). Patients in both groups experienced some adverse effects including nausea, vomiting, tachycardia, dry mouth, and dizziness, however the incidence was not different between groups. Additionally, the nefopam group tended to have better patient satisfaction. Conclusion: The additional low dose nefopam administered by slow IV injection could reduce acute pain intensity after laparoscopic abdominal surgery, while this approach did not increase the risk of adverse effects.
Use of Polylactic Acid Added with Calcium Oxide and 3-Iodo-2-Propynly Butyl Carbamate as an Antifungal Agent and Bio-degradable Soil Remediator
Authors: Boonchanamontree Jariyaporn , Ocharos Napawan , Wimolmala Ekachai , Taptim Kulnida
Published: June 2024

This work studied the use of polylactic acid added with calcium oxide (CaO) and 3-Iodo-2-propynly butyl carbamate (IPBC) for agricultural applications. CaO content of 30 pph was fixed, while IPBC contents were varied at 0, 2.5, 5.0, 7.5 and 10.0 ppm in the polymer matrix. All ingredients were mixed by the extrusion process for receiving the PLA, PLA/CaO, and PLA/CaO/IPBC granules. The pH value, antifungal activities of Phytophthora parasitica, tomato growth, and disposal degradation were also investigated. The experimental results indicated that the acidic condition of the PLA granules increased with increasing IPBC contents but was compromised by CaO. An IPBC was an effective antifungal agent. It was also promoted and activated by CaO. Growth of P. parasitica can be inhibited by CaO synergized IPBC for the PLA/CaO granules with four different IPBC contents and the PLA/CaO granules with the four different IPBC contents were an effective antifungal agent. A PLA/CaO granule with an IPBC content of 2.5 ppm can be developed to compete with an unused condition. A PLA/CaO granule with an IPBC content of 10 ppm was recommended for agricultural applications. A PLA/CaO/IPBC 10 acted as an effective antifungal agent and compostable for soil bioremediatory before planting. Over the 45-day experimental period, the maximum percentage of weight loss of a PLA/CaO granule with an IPBC content of 10 ppm was influenced by moisture and initial PLA loading. A PLA/CaO granule with an IPBC content of 10 ppm (47.2%) had a faster degradation rate than a PLA/CaO granule (45.3%) and a neat PLA granule (15.0%).
USO DE PLANTAS MEDICINAIS EM COMUNIDADES DO MUNICÍPIO DE SÃO DOMINGOS DO ARAGUAIA-PA: OFICINAS DE APRENDIZAGEM COM OS AGENTES COMUNITÁRIOS DE SAÚDE
Authors: Braga Tainanda Lima , Oliveira Luely
Published: June 2024

O uso de plantas medicinais e fitoterápicos é uma prática muito comum em todo o Brasil e no mundo. Porém, é importante lembrar que medicamentos obtidos a partir de vegetais podem causar graves efeitos colaterais em seus usuários se usados indiscriminadamente e sem orientação. Por isso é importante que os profissionais da saúde estejam qualificados para repassar um conhecimento adequado para a população sobre o uso correto dessas plantas. Os Agentes comunitários de Saúde (ACS) por terem contato com a comunidade, são considerados os mais indicados para promover o uso da fitoterapia racional nas Unidades Básicas de Saúde (UBS). Portanto, esse trabalho teve como objetivo verificar o conhecimento da população de São Domingos do Araguaia-PA acerca do uso das plantas medicinais e fitoterápicos, e em seguida realizar uma oficina de aprendizagem, baseada na metodologia da problematização, para os ACS sobre o conhecimento técnico-científico do uso das plantas medicinais. Utilizou-se para essa pesquisa de campo e descritiva uma abordagem qualitativa com aplicação de questionários. Com a análise dos resultados obtidos verificou-se que a fitoterapia é uma prática comum nas comunidades do município, revelando a necessidade de orientações técnicas científicas sobre o uso. A partir da oficina os ACS relataram que as informações expostas trouxeram a eles um sentimento de maior confiança e a possibilidade de realizar suas atividades no município com um maior desempenho, podendo fazer uma mediação do conhecimento obtido na oficina junto à comunidade em que atuam.
SABERES E PRÁTICAS DOCENTES: AVALIAÇÃO DA PARTICIPAÇÃO DE PROFESSORES DE CIÊNCIAS NATURAIS EM UM PROJETO DE PESQUISA EM MARABÁ-PA
Authors: Ribeiro Shirlei Dias , Pereira Airton dos Reis
Published: June 2024

Este trabalho tem como propósito analisar a participação de professores e professoras de ciências naturais no projeto de pesquisa “Saberes e práticas da formação docente” desenvolvido por docentes e servidores técnico-administrativos da Universidade do Estado do Pará (UEPA), Campus de Marabá. Os resultados desta análise apontam para a existência de lacunas provenientes das formações iniciais e continuada desses professores e professoras com relação a educação de alunos com deficiência; assim como um sistema educacional com infraestrutura inadequada e ausência de materiais didáticos acessíveis nas áreas das ciências naturais. O projeto de pesquisa, enquanto processo de investigação e de formação de professores, se mostrou eficiente à medida em que proporcionou a troca de experiências e de pensamento crítico que viabilizou o aperfeiçoamento de técnicas de atuação desses professores e professoras frente ao processo de inclusão educacional. Conclui-se que a partir da discussão construída neste trabalho, é possível contribuir para o campo de investigações sobre o contexto educacional de Marabá-PA e de Itupiranga e inspirar outros professores e professoras a partir das experiências aqui relatadas.
Missiology in Africa: Authentically African, Magisterially Missional [reviewing Kwiyani, Harvey, ed. Africa Bears Witness: Mission Theology and Praxis in the 21st Century]
Authors: BARRON Joshua Robert
Published: June 2024

The chapters of this ecumenical volume are built around the premise that mission theology must reflect the “polycentric and multidirectional nature of mission in the twenty-first century” (xi). Exploring “mission theology and practice taking place in Africa today” (xii), it makes African theologizing on mission accessible both to those of us who live here and to World Christianity at large. Its contributors represent Cameroon, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Uganda, and Zambia, as well as the African American Diasporic community. Editor and contributor Harvey Kwiyani is a Malawian missiologist and the founder and editor of Missio Africanus: A Journal of African Missiology. Because of its importance as a contribution to the literature on African missiology, this book warrants a review essay rather than a short review.
Christian Mission in a Diverse British Urban Context: Crossing the Racial Barrier to Reach Communities
Authors: Paul Araoluwa AYOKUNLE
Published: June 2024

Christian Mission in a Diverse British Urban Context is a valuable book in the African Christian Diaspora field. It explores the theme of partnership between African Immigrant Congregations (AICs) and white majority churches for “a more effective sharing of the gospel” in the multicultural UK setting (5). The book argues that the UK AICs have become a shelter for their members from migrant challenges, providing a variety of support as these adherents strive to make sense of their new environment. Yet, as the author notes, these congregations must find effective ways of engaging with the local British congregations for a more impactful Christian witness and, in fact, one that better represents God’s kingdom.
Situating “Biblical Studies” within “Biblical Studies” [reviewing Mbuvi, Andrew Mũtũa. African Biblical Studies: Unmasking Embedded Racism and Colonialism in Biblical Studies]
Authors: WEST Gerald O.
Published: June 2024

What a pleasure to read a book in which I as an African biblical scholar could revel so completely! Andrew Mbuvi has a written a book about us and for us, within which we are invited to participate as conversation partners. Others, I would hope, would read this book as well, carefully, and completely. Indeed, it would make a superb textbook in a Biblical Studies classroom anywhere in the world, both introducing and analysing African Biblical Studies but also requiring scholars and students elsewhere to interrogate the version of Biblical Studies to which they have been subjected
Expository Preaching in Africa: Engaging Orality for Effective Proclamation
Authors: Joshua Adebayo ADESINA
Published: June 2024

Gospel proclamation is a sacred responsibility that requires a passionate and dedicated pursuit of excellence in communication. Unfortunately, a deficiency in the commitment to honing adequate skills impedes the impactful delivery of the gospel message. In contemporary times, a lack of commitment to acquiring the necessary skills for effectively disseminating the gospel has led to a discernible scarcity of sound biblical exposition. Meanwhile, the effectiveness of gospel proclamation transcends the literacy levels of both the preacher and the audience. The essence of sound biblical exposition lies not in the eloquence of words but in the clarity with which the message is conveyed. Differences in literacy between preachers and their listeners make the problem much more difficult.
From ‘Devil’s Baby’ to Ambassador for Christ:The Evangelical Legacy of Byang H. Kato
Authors: FODAY-KHABENJE Aiah Dorkuh
Published: June 2024

This article outlines Byang Kato’s legacy, especially his contribution to evangelical theology in sub-Saharan Africa. Kato was raised in African traditional religion, dedicated as a fetish priest at birth. He converted to the Christian faith at age twelve, rising to become a world class evangelical scholar before his tragic death. Kato contended for biblical orthodoxy. Kato warned about syncretistic universalism and endeavored to provide a remedy through sound theological education in Africa. Kato also joined the African identity debate, advocating for a ‘third race’ identity. Kato’s warning is a call for constant vigilance, and his prophetic voice deserves attention. In an era when Africa has become the heartland of Christianity, one pitfall is for the fastest growing church to become the fastest declining church, in terms of biblical fidelity. An authentic paradigmatic Christian expression is required. The church must contend with non-Christian worldviews. Kato’s hermeneutics has much to contribute to today’s Christianity.
Pengembangan Modul Pembelajaran Volume Bangun Ruang Berbasis Macromedia Flash Untuk Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Bagi Siswa kelas V SD/MI
Authors: Khoeroh Wilis , Rijal Rifqi , Mansur Mansur
Published: June 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengembangkan media modul pembelajaran volume bangun ruang berbasis macromedia flash peserta didik kelas V di SDN Cibadak 05. Pada penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian dan pengembangan (R&D) dengan model ADDIE yang memiliki 4 tahap pengembangan yaitu Analisis, Desain, Pengembangan, Implementasi dan Evaluasi. Berdasarkan tahap-tahap tesebut, peneliti menghasilkan sebuah produk berupa Modul Pembelajaran Volume Bangun Ruang Bebasis Macromedia Flash pada pembelajaran matematika. Media yang dikembangkan di validasi oleh beberapa validator diantaranya validasi media,dan validasi materi. Pengujian validitas meliputi tiga aspek yaitu fisik atau tampilan, aspek pemanfaatab, dan aspek materi. Dari validasi tersebut, maka diperoleh data sebagai berikut Validasi media modul pembelajaran volume bangun ruang berbasis macromedia flash mendapat skor 87,5 % dengan kategori“Sangat Layak”. Validasi materi mendapatkan skor 90 % dengan kategori “Sangat Layak”. Dan validasi guru kelas mendapat skor 95 % dengan kategori“Sangat Layak”. Selanjutnya dilakukan uji coba produk kepada peserta didik kelas V dengan jumlah Peserta didik 16 orang dengan nilai rata-rata 0,77 masuk dalam kategori “Tinggi”. Jadi dapat disimpulkan bahwa penggunaan modul pembelajaran volume bangun ruang berbasis macromedia flash layak dan efektif digunakna dalam pembelajaran matematika materi volume bangun ruang.
Menyikapi Perkembangan Teknologi AI (ChatGPT) Sesuai Dengan Kebenaran Alkitabiah
Authors: Zendrato Carlin Puspinta
Published: June 2024

Teknologi merupakan salah satu alat yang tidak bisa lepas dalam hidup manusia saat ini, karena pada umumnya tujuan dari teknologi adalah memudahkan manusia dalam melakukan kegiatan sehari hari. Perkembangan teknologi yang semakin memudahkan manusia menjadi salah satu pengaruh manusia mengalami perubahan positif maupun negatif dalam berbagai aspek kehidupan baik dalam dunia kerja, industri, ekonomi, sosial budaya, kesehatan, dan juga pendidikan. Saat ini teknologi AI diyakini bahwa mampu menyaingi kognitif manusia karena kecerdasannya, salah satu contoh teknologi AI yang sedang marak adalah Chatgpt. Chatgpt salah satu aplikasi dari teknologi AI yang mampu membantu berbagai bentuk pekerjaan manusia seperti pencarian informasi yang jauh lebih cepat, pencarian gagasan atau ide, dan juga membantu mencari referensi dalam tugas akademik. Revolusi industri 4.0 saat ini yang terus menawarkan keinginan manusia di dalam memudahkan pekerjaan dan yang tidak bisa dihindari adalah teknologi akan terus canggih dan modern sehingga sangat diperlukan kebijaksanaan dalam menyikapi setiap kemajuan dari teknologi yang terus berevolusi dan sikap penuh tanggung jawab dalam penggunaannya oleh sebab itu tujuan dari tulisan ini adalah untuk menunjukkan penggunaan teknologi berdasarkan etika kristen yang bersumber dari kebenaran alkitab dalam penggunaan salah satu contoh teknologi AI yaitu chatgpt menggunakan metode studi literatur. Penelitian ini diawali dengan pengenalan akan teknologi AI salah satunya yaitu chatgpt serta dampak dalam penggunaannya. Penjelasan selanjutnya adalah tentang pendapat dari berbagai perspektif seperti: sains dan teknologi, hukum, filsafat/etika serta dari perspektif teologi dan di bagian akhir kesimpulan serta saran.