bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Teaching with Integrity in Mind
Authors: Burke Kathleen
Published: July 2024

An unanticipated move to remote teaching and learning in post-secondary institutions in March 2020 in response to the pandemic, left many of us scrambling to adapt our course content, teaching practices, and assessments to the online environment. On top of this, we, as educators, began to grapple with questions and realities regarding how the online landscape presented new challenges and opportunities related to academic integrity. Whatever academic integrity vulnerabilities and concerns that existed in our face-to-face offerings amplified when we went remote leaving many of us to implement makeshift adjustments to our courses and assessments to ‘close the holes.’ Academic integrity, however, should be built into curriculum development and teaching pedagogy rather than a situational response. Such an approach ensures that all aspects of instruction and assessment arc toward supporting student learning and promoting instructor and student fairness, honesty, trust, and responsibility (ICAI, 2021).
This session outlines how an instance of student misconduct early in my academic career resulted in a journey to learn more about why students engage in dishonesty, strategies to better support student learning, and practices to cultivate an educational experience that seeks to model the values of academic integrity.
Make it someone’s job: Documenting the growth of the academic integrity profession through a collection of position postings
Authors: Vogt Lisa , Eaton Sarah Elaine
Published: July 2024

We examine specific roles in higher education specializing in academic integrity. We collected publicly advertised job postings from 2018 to 2021 (N = 34) from Canada (n = 18), the United States (n = 14), and Australia (n = 2). Our review showed that academic integrity jobs can be situated within different units including student affairs, the library, or the teaching and learning centre among others. Salaries ranged from $49,000 CAD to over $100,000 CAD, with salaries in senior leadership positions generally not being listed in public postings. We conclude for academic integrity work to be recognized through dedicated positions and compensated in a manner that demonstrates the work is valued by the institution. We further call for increased professional learning and training opportunities for those whose work is specialized around academic integrity.
Ethical use of learning analytics for student support, not surveillance
Authors: Geisel Jayne , Warkentin Hannah , Snow Jessica
Published: July 2024

The move to online education necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic has greatly increased institutional use of learning management systems, contributing to vast amounts of educational data, ranging from information on admissions and retention, to the minutiae of course activities. These vast amounts of learner data are collected, measured, analyzed, and reported on to understand learning, learners and the learning environment and can be defined as learning analytics (LA). LA are intended to support students and assist with their success; however, most instructors and students are unaware of how learning analytics can be used in their courses and are consequently unfamiliar with the ethical implications arising from that use. Contributing to this gap is the lack of literature examining the use of LA at the instructor and course level, rather than at the level of the institution.
This lack of familiarity with the use of, and ethical principles related to, LA has created, for many faculty, a default to using analytics for performance management, surveillance, and evidence of academic misconduct rather than to support learning. This presentation will address this gap by examining the ethical issues associated with the use of learning analytics specifically for instructors, and provide recommended best practices, resources, and tips to better support students, particularly in online or blended learning contexts. The intent of this research is to provide a guiding framework for the ethical use of LA to promote robust pedagogical practices, transparency between instructors and students so the focus is on academic integrity rather than misconduct.
Mobilizing Knowledge
Authors: Stoesz Brenda M , Usick Brandy
Published: July 2024

We present the first issue of the fifth volume of the Canadian Perspectives on Academic Integrity (CPAI). This issue features the second invited historical article about contract cheating and presents the proceedings from the 2022 Academic Integrity Inter-Institutional Meeting (AIIIM).
Pre-Service Teachers Beliefs about Plagiarism: An Attribution Theory Lens
Authors: Goegan Lauren , Daniels Lia M.
Published: July 2024

There is a growing body of research examining why students engage in plagiarism, and what they know about plagiarism, but little of this research is conducted from a theoretical perspective. Moreover, the perspectives of preservice teachers are important to investigate as they have been described as the “future gatekeepers of academic integrity” (Fontaine et al., 2020). Therefore, the purpose of this study was twofold. First, to examine the opinions of preservice teachers in terms of what constitutes plagiarism. Second, following the principles of Attribution Theory, to investigate how the controllability (e.g., intentional, or accidental plagiarism) of the act of plagiarism impacted participants' beliefs concerning (a) responsibility, (b) emotions, (c) help-giving, and (d) reporting. We used a within-person repeated measures design with three levels of controllability manipulated through hypothetical scenarios of plagiarism to collect data from 201 pre-service teachers. Overall, preservice teachers had strong opinions about plagiarism (e.g., It is always wrong to plagiarize). Moreover, when scenarios included students who engaged in plagiarism that was controllable, participants were more likely to perceive the student as responsible, felt anger towards them, support punishment, and recommend reporting the student, than when the act of plagiarism was not seen as controllable. We provide recommendations for instructors and administrators for supporting students. Moreover, the results and recommendations here will be used to foster discussion about the controllability of cheating and the associated cognitions, emotions, and actions. This conversation will address fostering a culture of academic integrity from a theoretical perspective to support faculty and students.
Student Self-Declaration Forms: A Good Faith Approach to Academic Integrity
Authors: Morris Heather , Stewart Donald , Neville Lukas , Harder Nicole , Blair Shinelle
Published: July 2024

The University of Manitoba (U of M) recently approved a policy where students can submit a "Self-Declaration" Form in lieu of medical notes (and other documentation) when requesting academic arrangements for brief or temporary absences. The implementation of this policy demonstrates a shift to a new culture; trusting that students are responsible, and can act in good faith and with integrity when requesting assignment extensions or deferred exams. In this session, participants will hear from a panel representing the perspectives of administrators, faculty members, and students on the development, benefits, impact, and challenges encountered during the initial year of implementation of this policy.
Exploring Official Academic Integrity Data
Authors: Lam Anita , McManus Angelica
Published: July 2024

As academic honesty policies are being revised at Canadian universities, in order to balance the maintenance of rigorous standards of academic conduct with principles of anti-racism and equity, diversity and inclusion, data on academic honesty breaches become an important source of information for policymaking and improvement of existing practices. Rather than examine the usual kinds of self-report and student survey data found in the scholarship on academic integrity, this presentation explores what conclusions can be drawn from so-called official data on academic honesty breaches in the largest liberal arts faculty in Canada. Collected over two years during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in Canada, this faculty-level data highlights how academic dishonesty incidents, although counted as instances of individual student misconduct, point to larger systemic issues in teaching and learning in higher education. When performed under emergency, pandemic conditions, online teaching and learning had the effect of exacerbating poor assessment design and learner disengagement at a time when predatory third parties were offering online contract cheating services, especially to racialized students. While present data reporting relies on making a distinction between domestic and international students, such a categorical difference obscures the ways in which racialized students, irrespective of VISA status, are disproportionately caught in the web of academic honesty processes. If data-driven decision-making will help shape the future of academic integrity policies and practices, then it is imperative that we recognize the limitations embedded in the official data that we currently collect.
Educating College Students on Academic Integrity: What Roles do Teachers Play in the Quebec Province?
Authors: Déri Catherine E.
Published: July 2024

Over the past 15 years, there has been a shift from detecting and sanctioning academic misconduct to preventing and promoting desired academic practices (Ferguson et al., 2007). According to Gray and Jordan (2012), teachers represent an influential figure to enhance students’ understanding of academic standards. However, a study conducted by Löfström et al. (2014) reveals that educators do not share the same perspectives on how academic integrity should be taught and whose responsibility it is to teach it. Moreover, Peters et al. (2019) developed a conceptual framework illustrating seven roles adopted by educators when teaching academic integrity, with each end of the spectrum identified as acting as “Ambassador” to being completely “Detached” (p. 6). These two teams of scholars examined the teaching of academic integrity at the university level, but little is known about how this is taught at the college level. This is why we explored the situation in seven colleges[1] across the province of Quebec in Canada. During our communication, we will present results from semi-structured interviews with 17 college teachers. A discussion will follow on winning strategies utilized by college teachers for promoting academic integrity among the student population. Finally, we will recommend further avenues of exploration in the domain of teaching and learning at institutions of higher education to foster a culture of academic integrity.
 
[1] In the Quebec province, colleges are called cégep (collège d’enseignement general et professionnel) to prepare students for university studies or provide them with technical skills to enter the labour market.
The Influence of Locus of Control on Plagiarism Prevention by College Teachers
Authors: Kirouac Caroline , Deri Catherine E.
Published: July 2024

Academic integrity misconduct plagues higher education institutions, causing faculty to experience discouragement toward plagiarism prevention and detection (Doró, 2014; Thomas, 2017). While some faculty recognize a lack of knowledge about what constitutes plagiarism (Doró, 2014; Jeffrey & Dias, 2019), others cite the lack of communication of institutional policies in place (Thomas, 2017). Yet, research shows that an individual's perception of a situation has a significant impact on their motivation and behaviors (Bandura, 2019; Weiner, 2001). From this perspective, if personal perception influences the spheres of someone’s work (Montgomery et al., 2010), it is pertinent to question the role played by his or her locus of control. This theoretical concept refers to a person’s beliefs of their control over life events and their outcomes, which could play in the prevention of plagiarism by College Teachers.
During our presentation, we will expose the results of a content analysis based on 17 semi-structured interviews with College Teachers in the Canadian Province of Quebec. We will cover the perception of participants regarding their internal and external locus of control toward plagiarism situations occurring in their classrooms. Then, we will discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic, among other things, influenced the locus of control of participants. In addition to supplementing the knowledge around the concept of academic integrity, this presentation will provide avenues of exploration to better equip post-secondary educators to teach academic integrity.
Coordinating for Academic Integrity at the Program Level
Authors: Bens Susan
Published: July 2024

Academic integrity practice and research has most often looked at action either at the individual instructor level (e.g., classroom strategies) or at the institutional level (e.g., policies). Scholars have called for attention to disciplinary patterns (Bretag et al, 2019; Rogerson et al, 2022) and for increased emphasis on the meso or middle levels of higher education institutions to influence change (Kenny & Eaton, 2022). A coordinated approach at the program level has the potential to better contextualize the values of academic integrity for students in a disciplinary or professional community, build the specific skills students need to avoid forms of academic misconduct of particular concern, and incorporate assessment approaches that translate to students' futures. A framework for assessing multiple approaches will be presented, along with potential limits and benefits of each approach. Participants will have an opportunity to situate their own examples and explore those of others. Participants can expect they will leave the session able to (1) articulate the importance of coordinating for academic integrity at the level of the program, and (2) identify a coordinating approach that they can try or advocate for in their own context.
Can We Fake Academic Integrity?
Authors: Lancaster Thomas
Published: July 2024

In this presentation, Dr Thomas Lancaster will examine how far work on academic integrity can be faked. He will report on some of his ongoing research and experiments, much of which has depended on the widespread availability of large language models, such as ChatGPT, which can generate original text and often combine ideas in a way that appears artificially intelligent, albeit different to how a human would approach a problem.
Thomas has developed several case studies of how artificial intelligence and machine learning systems can be used to generate assignment solutions, slides, computer programs, marketing materials and even academic research papers, amongst other areas. Although the ideas behind the generation can be applied to many academic disciplines, Thomas plans to share examples that are most relevant for the academic integrity community. Used as intended, artificial intelligence represents a powerful way to improve the quality of education and to better prepare students for the future. Such use also raises questions surrounding originality and authorship. Join Thomas to discover what is possible and to consider how to future-proof work in the academic integrity field.
Are University Students Armed with the Necessary Skill Level to Prevent Plagiarism?
Authors: Peters Martine
Published: July 2024

When writing their assignments, university students must search for information online and integrate it into their papers without plagiarizing. They must also support their ideas with references according to their university's standards and requirements. Producing a university assignment thus requires students to use informational skills, academic writing skills, and referencing skills throughout the process.
Students are admitted into undergraduate programs with varying levels of mastery of these skills. According to one research, Quebec students expect to develop these skills during their university education, while their professors often expect students to have previously acquired them. Is it possible that this chasm in expectations results in plagiarism because students are not sufficiently prepared?
Do universities in other countries face the same situation? This is what we aimed to verify.
A quantitative data collection was done in universities in Canada, the United States and in Europe. Two online questionnaires were administered to undergraduate students and professors to obtain information on their use and teaching of informational, writing, and referencing skills.
For this presentation, the responses to six specific corresponding questions (students vs faculty) were analyzed: expectation of skill development and level of skills. Since tackling plagiarism at an institutional level requires a shared implication, this analysis will help faculty, administrators, librarians, and tutors to understand students’ experience of the required skills to avoid plagiarism.
Endoscopic Stereoscopic PIV Measurements Within An Enclosed And Tight Area Of A Hydraulic Turbine
Authors: Hesari Araz Rezavand , Munoz Anthony , Coulaud Maxime , Houde Sébastien , Maciel Yvan
Published: July 2024

The increasingly common utilization of hydraulic turbines in off design operating conditions in recent years have affected their lifetime due to damaging fluid-structure interactions. To decrease the downtime associated to more frequent maintenance of these turbines, a thorough understanding of the damaging flow phenomena is required. This may eventually lead to the development of mitigation strategies. However, measuring velocity at the entrance of the rotor of Francis turbines is difficult because of the confined spaces and limited optical access. This paper presents a stereoscopic PIV methodology enabling measurements at the inlet of a reduced-scale Francis turbine, along with multiple novelties developed to make accurate measurements possible. It elaborates on the solutions devised to address the challenges of performing optical measurements in highly confined spaces. The measured velocity fields cover the vaneless space and a large section of the interblade channels. In the phase-averaged velocity fields, three circulation zones are detected at the speed-no load operating point, representing the combined effect of numerous vortices and flow structures observed in the instantaneous velocity fields. The flow is characterized by a significant backflow within the runner, extending to the leading edge of the runner blades and overflowing into the vaneless space.
GLAUCOMA DETECTION USING DEEP LEARNING AND STREAMLIT WITH SEGMENTATION
Authors: A Pavithra ,   Vel Tech High Tech Dr.Rangarajan Dr.Sakunthala Engineering college, D Udhaya kumar , S Thendral Arasu , H Santhosh
Published: July 2024

Glaucoma is a condition affecting the vision of the human eye. This illness is considered an irreversible sickness that causes visual degeneration. So far, many deep learning (DL) models have been built to accurately find glaucoma. So, this research proposes an architecture for effective glaucoma diagnosis based on deep learning and the use of a convolutional neural network (CNN). The CNN can differentiate between glaucoma and non-glaucoma patterns. The CNN generates a hierarchical structure of pictures for distinction. The proposed work may be assessed using six tiers. The dropout method is also employed to provide satisfactory performance in glaucoma detection. The datasets used in the experiments are the SCES and ORIGA. Key Words: Eye disease, Gluacoma detection, preventive measures, recommendation.
Enhancing Reality: Exploring the Potential of Generative Artificial Intelligence
Authors: Tivari Gaurav D ,   Department of Computer Engineering, Silver Oak College of Engineering & Technology, Silver Oak University, Khara Dr. Satvik , Dave Dr. Jay A , Patel Vishwa
Published: July 2024

This paper delves into the realm of recent advancements in artificial intelligence, with a particular focus on Generative AI. Generative AI, an emerging field within AI, leverages machine learning algorithms and neural networks to generate original content across various mediums such as images, music, speech, and text. Its potential to revolutionize industries like advertising, gaming, and healthcare through personalized content creation, task automation, and enhanced accuracy in complex endeavors like drug discovery and medical diagnosis is profound. We explore different models of Generative AI, highlighting their strengths and limitations. Despite being in its early stages, Generative AI presents a promising avenue for research and development, offering numerous unexplored opportunities. Examples of prominent Generative AI models such as ChatGPT and DALL-E are provided, elucidating their applications across diverse domains. Looking forward, the potential applications of Generative AI are vast, including the development of virtual assistants for human interaction, bolstering cybersecurity, and designing intelligent robots for industrial tasks. As Generative AI continues to advance, it holds the promise of driving innovation and transformation across industries, paving the way for growth and progress in the future. Key Words: Generative AI, artificial intelligence, content generation, machine learning, neural networks, industry applications, innovation.
Numerical Modelling and Mathematical Modelling of Non-Contact Gripper for Maximum Negative Pressure and Grasping Area
Authors: Lavanya Dr. D ,   Department of Mechanical Engineering Government College of Engineering Salem, Tamil Nadu, India, A Vasanth ,   Department of Mechanical Engineering Government College of Engineering Salem, Tamil Nadu, India
Published: July 2024

The aim of this paper is to provide a mathematical relationship between the geometrical parameter (cone radius), input parameter (volumetric flow rate) and constraint condition (gap height) with the grasping parameters for non-contact gripper. The cone mill Bernoulli gripper is taken as the reference model. The grasping parameters are negative pressure and grasping area. Thus, to provide the mathematical relation four different cone radius, three volumetric flow rates and three gap heights are taken. With the help of statistical tool (MINITAB) the mathematical relationship is established. A standard full factorial design is chosen to provide the regression equation. With the help of interaction graph the effect of individual parameters on grasping are established. Key Words: Non-contact gripper, Bernoulli, Automation, Grasping area, Negative pressure, Face Radius (FR).
Numerical Data Based Fertilizer Recommendation System for Farmer
Authors: H K VEERESH ,   DEPARTMENT OF MCA, BIET, DAVANGERE, S L SINDHU
Published: July 2024

In modern agriculture, optimizing fertilizer use is crucial for maximizing crop yields, maintaining soil health, and reducing environmental impact. The Numerical Data-Based Fertilizer Recommendation System (NDFRS) for farmers addresses these needs by leveraging data-driven approaches to provide precise fertilizer recommendations tailored to specific crop and soil conditions. This system integrates soil nutrient analysis, crop nutrient requirements, and environmental factors to generate customized fertilizer plans. The NDFRS employs advanced machine learning algorithms to analyze extensive datasets, including soil test results, historical crop yield data, weather patterns, and geographical information. By incorporating these variables, the system can predict the optimal type and amount of fertilizers required for different crops at various growth stages. This ensures that nutrients are supplied efficiently, enhancing crop productivity while minimizing excess fertilizer use and associated environmental risks. The user- friendly interface of the NDFRS allows farmers to input relevant data easily and receive actionable recommendations. Additionally, the system offers real-time updates and adaptive recommendations based on changing environmental conditions and crop growth stages. Field trials and validation studies demonstrate the system's efficacy in improving crop yields and promoting sustainable farming practices. Keywords: Tensor Flow, Deep Learning.
SAĞLIK KRİZLERİNE HAZIRLIK ALGISI ÖLÇEĞİNİN GELİŞTİRİLMESİ, TÜRKÇE GEÇERLİLİK VE GÜVENİLİRLİĞİNİN DEĞERLENDİRİLMESİ
Authors: Savaş Tayyip , Kar Ahmet
Published: July 2024

Belirsizliğin yüksek olduğu sağlık sistemi içerisinde sağlık çalışanlarının karşılaşılabilecek her türlü krize her zaman hazır olmak durumundadır. İnsan kaynağının bu tür krizlere hazır hale getirilmesi, hazırlık durumlarının tespit edilmesi kriz sürecinin en az hasarla giderilmesinde büyük katkı sağlayacaktır. Bu çalışmada, sağlık personelinin sağlık krizlerine hazırlık algısını değerlendirmek için ulusal ve uluslararası literatürden derlenerek hazırlanan soru formunun geçerlilik ve güvenilirliğinin analizi ile sağlık yöneticilerinin ve tüm paydaşların kullanımına önemli bir veri toplama aracının sunulması amaçlanmaktadır. Bu çalışmanın evrenini Ankara Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesindeki 1350 sağlık çalışanı oluşturmaktadır. Çalışma kapsamında yüz yüze ve çevrimiçi yöntemlerle kullanılabilir özellikte toplam 255 anket formu elde edilmiştir. Hem Türkçe hem de İngilizce literatür taranarak ilgili çalışmaların incelenmesi sonucu 10 adet Türkçe 10 adet İngilizce ifade uyarlanarak aday ölçeğin maddeleri bir araya getirilmiştir. Başlangıçta 20 soru ile oluşturulan form, hesaplama sonuçlarında çıkarılan 6 maddeden sonra 14 soruluk bir forma dönüştürülmüştür. Ölçeğin yapı geçerliliği ise sırasıyla açıklayıcı ve doğrulayıcı faktör analizleri ile değerlendirilmiştir. Ölçeğin güvenilirliği Cronbach Alpha kat sayısı ile değerlendirilmiştir. Analiz neticesinde ölçeğin 3 faktör altında toplandığı ve toplam varyansın %65,293’ünü açıkladığı belirlenmiştir. Sağlık krizlerine hazırlık algısı ölçeğinin güvenilirliği Cronbach’s Alpha değeri ile 0,873 olarak hesaplanmıştır. Geçerliliği ve güvenilirliği ortaya koyulmuş olan bu ölçeğin kullanılması ile sağlık çalışanlarının sağlık krizleri henüz ortaya çıkmadan bu tür krizlere hazırlık durumunun ne düzeyde olduğunu değerlendirmek mümkün olacaktır.
Strategi Meningkatkan Literasi Mahasiswa STIT Madani Yogyakarta Berbasis Google Scholar
Authors: Muhammad Thaariq  , Adi Haironi
Published: July 2024

During the 21st century, technology has had a positive impact on education, both formal and non-formal, by facilitating access to information and making learning more interactive. One significant impact is on literacy, which now includes the ability to read, write, access, understand, evaluate, and use digital information, including through Google Scholar. Launched in 2004, Google Scholar makes it easy to find high-quality academic literature. This research aims to improve the literacy of STIT Madani Yogyakarta students using Google Scholar. The library method was used to collect related reading materials, with 9 selected articles as references. The strategies identified include: creating an organizational structure for clear guidelines and responsibilities, providing free internet on campus, and digital literacy socialization and training. This strategy is expected to improve students' digital literacy, facilitate access to academic resources, and develop the skills necessary for success in academic and professional environments.
Pengaruh Substitusi Tepung Mocaf terhadap Kualitas Organoleptik Kulit Pastel
Authors: Nuari Sulam Sari  , Annis Kandriasari  , Cucu Cahyana
Published: July 2024

This study aimed to analyze the organoleptic quality of pastel skins with mocaf flour substitution. The study took place at the Food Processing Laboratory of the Culinary Education Study Program at Jakarta State University from January 2024 to March 2024, using experimental methods. The study samples were pastel skins with mocaf flour substitutions at 20%, 30%, and 40%. The experimental method involved testing the organoleptic quality by 3 limited panelist using a 5-point hedonic scale. The organoleptic test results assessed by panelist showed that pastels with 40% mocaf flour substitution received the highest ratings for skin color, skin surface texture, crispness, thinness, aroma, skin flavor, and overall flavor, while pastels with 20% mocaf flour substitution received the highest ratings for content. Descriptive test of the organoleptic quality recommended pastel products with a 40% mocaf flour substitution.
Pengertian Islam Dan Sains Menurut Sayyed Nasr
Authors: Rohematus Sya’diah  , Noviana Putri  , Tasya Arnita  , Alfina Wildatul Fitriyah
Published: July 2024

Syed Nashr is one of the leading intellectuals in the discourse on the relationship between science and religion, especially in the Islamic world. Examining Nashr's thought is a relevant and significant effort to better understand one important aspect of scientific development in the Islamic world in particular, and science in general in the West. This research uses a qualitative descriptive research method by comparing books, journals, articles and others which reveal the meaning of science and religion and the relationship between the two according to Syed Nashr as one of the Muslim scientists who is aggressive towards science. From the analysis carried out by Syed Nashr, it is revealed that modern Western science is experiencing a spiritual crisis and is experiencing disease infection by secular modern thinking, therefore science needs an infusion or injection of Islamic values ​​with a divine dimension in religious revelation so that science and religion there can be a balance between the worldly and the spiritual and all of this must be based on the phrase ''Laa ilaa hailla Allah'' For the purpose of Nasr providing these thoughts to explore Nasr's thoughts regarding the definition of religion and science, as well as how these two disciplines can complement each other and be harmonious in the pursuit of truth.
THE STUDY THE EFFECT OF COMPLEX TREATMENT OF PATIENTS WITH EARLY CLINICAL MANIFESTATIONS OF INCREASED TOOTH ABRASION ON THE QUALITY OF LIFE
Authors: Nigora Narziyeva ,   Samarkand State Medical University, Uzbekistan, Ikrombekovna Abdullayeva Nilufar ,   Samarkand State Medical University, Uzbekistan
Published: July 2024

To date, an increase in the number of dental erosions is one of the most common dental diseases. The most important factor in the correction of CAN is to compensate for the loss of hard tooth tissues. We propose a minimally invasive restoration technique for restoring dental defects with increased erosion, developed on the basis of experimental data studying morphostructural changes in hard tooth tissues. Combined treatment of cases of increased dental erosion resulted in a fourfold improvement in QOL due to dental health, according to the integral index.
PRACTICAL BASIS OF STUDYING SCIENTIFIC PEDAGOGICAL ASPECTS OF UZBEKISTAN FINE ART HERITAGE TRADITIONS
Authors: Karim Umirov ,   Senior teacher Chemistry international university, Uzbekistan
Published: July 2024

The educational process in the fine arts, along with the formation of students' skills in drawing, architecture, aesthetic perception of the beauty of the environment, the theoretical knowledge of its reflection on the basis of visual aids and develops skills. It should be noted that the teacher's approach and skills play an important role in achieving these goals.
Assessing the Impact and Challenges of English Medium Instruction in Saudi Arabian STEM Programs: A Comprehensive Review
Authors: Quotah Dr. Shahd , Alghamdi Dr. Rawan
Published: July 2024

In recent years, the adoption of English Medium Instruction (EMI) in non-Anglophone countries has garnered significant attention, particularly within STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) programs. Saudi Arabia, driven by the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, has implemented EMI across its higher education institutions to foster internationalization and enhance English proficiency among students. This paper reviews the current state of EMI in Saudi STEM programs, drawing on a comprehensive analysis of the socio-cultural, educational, and linguistic contexts. It explores the motivations behind the shift to EMI, the challenges encountered by students and educators, and the broader implications for educational quality and equity.
The transition from Arabic Medium Instruction (AMI) to EMI in Saudi Arabia's STEM disciplines aims to prepare students for global competitiveness. However, this shift presents several challenges. Students often struggle with the sudden change in the medium of instruction, leading to difficulties in understanding complex scientific concepts. Furthermore, the quality of education may be compromised as students and educators navigate the linguistic demands of EMI. The potential cultural and linguistic impact on Arabic language and identity also raises concerns.
This review synthesizes findings from various studies and theoretical frameworks to provide a holistic understanding of the EMI landscape in Saudi Arabia. The paper discusses the strategies employed by students and educators to cope with EMI, including preparatory programs and support mechanisms. It also highlights the role of government policies and institutional practices in shaping the EMI experience.
While EMI aims to elevate the quality of education and English proficiency, it inadvertently creates educational inequalities. Students from private or international schools, who often have better English skills, are at an advantage compared to their peers from state schools. This disparity necessitates a re-evaluation of EMI policies to ensure inclusive and equitable education for all students.
In conclusion, while EMI in Saudi STEM programs holds promise for advancing educational and economic goals, it requires careful consideration of the challenges and implications. Policymakers and educators must collaborate to address these challenges, ensuring that EMI serves as a tool for educational enhancement rather than a barrier to learning. Future research should continue to explore the long-term effects of EMI on student outcomes and the broader educational landscape in Saudi Arabia.
Advancements and Challenges in Electric Vehicle Adoption in India
Authors: Pathak Akanksha , Gangal Vijay Kumar
Published: July 2024

The paper provides a comprehensive exploration of the factors influencing electric vehicle (EV) adoption in India, with a particular focus on barriers related to usability, infrastructure, safety, economics, and performance. The study employs various statistical methods to analyze and discuss the findings, offering valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities for EV adoption in Agra City. Agra city has a very low level of uptake of electric cars (ECs), despite significant efforts put in place by policy makers to stimulate their use. This paper investigates the barriers to wider EC adoption via a survey in May, 2023 to a representative sample (N = 165) of the population of Agra City. We discuss and rank the barriers, we discuss and rank the barriers on the basis of mean, tested H0: All types of barriers have an equal effect on buying decision, through Chi-Square test. Also we discuss and rank the barriers aggregate them via principal component analysis (PCA) on the basis of the Varimax Rotated factor analysis to study the socio-economic determinants of the respondents. The findings of this paper suggest a series of improvements that could be made by various key players. To overcome the Barriers related to usability (BU), Barrier of infrastructure (BI), Barriers related to safety and technology (BST), Barriers related to economic uncertainty (BEU) and Barriers related to performance (BRP), the policy makers should recommend car manufacturers to bring cars to the market with solutions to these factors for the wider adoption of electric cars.
Solar Geoengineering
Authors: Lonkar Advaita
Published: July 2024

This article examines the relevance of the research on solar geo-engineering, which has become the new buzz-word in climate change mitigation. With current climate mitigation policies becoming evidently inadequate, one needs to look at science for the panacea. Solar geoengineering is a double-edged sword, capable of giving desirable results in the near future but equally capable of multiplying the complexities of the problem in long term future. There continue to exist certain deep-rooted concerns about the necessity and end-use consequences of this technology. The article attempts to examine both these facets. It also throws light on the concerns of indigenous communities and the principle of intergenerational justice with respect to the conduct of solar geoengineering research. The article ends with a conclusion which aims at giving a balanced solution to the research question.
Desarrollo académico en el retorno paulatino a la modalidad presencial: estudio sobre estudiantes de la Facultad de Ciencias Químicas en la Universidad Central del Ecuador
Authors: Espinel Armas Elithsine Elizabeth , Mora Gilces Tatiana Stephanie , Brito Dumancela Carlos Alberto , Yepez Padilla Myrian Mishell , Naranjo López Cristina Monserrat
Published: July 2024

La educación en modalidad presencial ofrece ciertas ventajas, como la interacción directa entre estudiantes y profesores, el acceso inmediato a recursos y materiales en el aula y la posibilidad de participar activamente en discusiones y actividades prácticas. Mientras que la educación en línea ha sido una herramienta efectiva para continuar con el proceso formativo durante tiempos de contingencia, donde los estudiantes han podido adquirir conocimientos, desarrollar habilidades y mantenerse conectados con sus compañeros y docentes a través de plataformas y recursos digitales. Por ende, el retorno paulatino a la presencialidad representó una transición exigente. De manera que, en esta investigación se sustentó en el paradigma cuantitativo de nivel descriptivo, con apoyo en la investigación de campo y transversal. El propósito de la investigación fue describir la percepción de los estudiantes respecto al proceso de retorno a la modalidad presencial, para lo cual se estableció como muestra objetivo 523 alumnos que participaron de manera voluntaria respondiendo un cuestionario configurado en Microsoft Forms, el cual previamente fue sometido a validación por juicio de expertos y obtuvo un valor de 0,87 de confiabilidad estadística. Se procesaron los datos en el lenguaje y entorno de computación R Core Team 2023 usando un análisis de correspondencia múltiple. Los resultados expuestos indican que la adaptación a esta nueva realidad resultó desafiante para algunos estudiantes, su percepción fue que las actividades presenciales y virtuales fueron un mecanismo adecuado que permitió organizar el retorno paulatino, pero que tienen desventaja de conocimientos frente a otros profesionales que desarrollaron sus actividades de forma presencial, lo que con lleva a un nivel de conocimientos que pone al alumnado en desventaja para continuar con el desarrollo de las asignaturas de manera presencial. Por lo que fue importante brindar el apoyo necesario para que puedan sobrellevar cualquier dificultad emocional o académica.
Heterogeneidade pluviométrica e previsão dos preços da cesta básica de Fortaleza
Authors: Paiva Elizama Cavalcante de , Lemos José de Jesus Sousa , Reis José Newton Pires , Sousa Erika Costa
Published: July 2024

Este estudo analisou o comportamento do preço da cesta básica em Fortaleza de julho/1994 a julho/2023, além de verificar a hipótese da influência da precipitação pluviométrica no valor da cesta básica.  Os dados mensais de precipitação foram obtidos junto à Fundação Cearense de Meteorologia e Recursos Hídricos (FUNCEME). As séries de preços e salários mínimos foram obtidas junto ao Departamento Intersindical de Estatística e Estudos Socioeconômicos (DIEESE). Os valores foram indexados pelo INPC do IBGE e convertidos para o dólar de 31 de agosto de 2023. Foram estimados os valores médios, os coeficientes de variação e as taxas geométricas de crescimento do salário mínimo, do preço médio dos alimentos básicos e da precipitação pluviométrica. Um modelo ARIMA (1,1,3) de média móvel autoregressiva integrada foi ajustado para captar a trajetória e prever os preços da cesta básica. Verificou-se que os valores eram influenciados pela precipitação durante o período. Os resultados mostraram que o ajuste do modelo é adequado para prever o preço da cesta básica em Fortaleza. Exibiram também que o crescimento dos reajustes anuais do salário mínimo, em geral, manteve poder de compra dessa variável. A pesquisa inferiu que os preços da cesta básica evoluíram a uma taxa menor do que a evolução do salário mínimo no período analisado. A pesquisa também mostrou que as pluviometrias acumuladas nos primeiros semestres, são bem maiores do que as observadas nos segundos semestres. Contudo, os preços das cestas básicas são maiores, no primeiro semestre, do que os observados nos segundos semestres.
Formação em cuidados paliativos durante a residência médica no contexto brasileiro e internacional
Authors: Navarro Karoline Batisti Riato , Grothe Victoria Luzia Antunes , Esteves Roberto Zonato
Published: July 2024

O envelhecimento da população mundial e o consequente aumento de doenças crônicas têm intensificado a necessidade de formação adequada em cuidados paliativos (CP) durante a residência médica. Este estudo consiste em uma revisão integrativa que objetivou analisar o ensino de Cuidados Paliativos, no Brasil e em âmbito Mundial, e as principais dificuldades envolvidas. Para seleção do material, adotou-se como critérios de inclusão: artigos e ensaios publicados de 2014 a 2024, idioma (português, inglês e espanhol) e trabalhos que contemplassem a temática do estudo. Foram inicialmente identificados 131 estudos nas bases de dados BVS, PubMed e Portal Periódicos Capes. Após exclusões por repetição, irrelevância e inacessibilidade, 25 estudos foram analisados. A análise do conteúdo permitiu a formulação de 3 categorias: 1) Métodos de ensino e currículo; 2) Cenários de Aprendizado e 3) Competências. Revelou-se uma lacuna na inclusão de CP nos currículos, apesar de algumas metodologias promissoras como simulações e estágios obrigatórios. Ressalta-se a importância de currículos estruturados e a necessidade de cenários diversificados de aprendizagem. A experiência prática, mostrou-se vital para o desenvolvimento de competências em CP. Este trabalho revelou a urgência em melhorar a formação em CP, através de currículos que adotem abordagens educacionais práticas e contextualizadas, a fim de preparar os profissionais para os desafios dos cuidados de fim de vida. A adoção e padronização de currículos baseados em competências poderia facilitar a uniformização e garantir a qualidade do ensino de CP em programas de residência médica, atendendo às necessidades emergentes.
Mulching plástico na formação de pomar de citros: troca gasosa, potencial hídrico e teor de água no solo
Authors: Ferreira Ester Alice , Silva Elisângela Aparecida da , Silveira Helbert Rezende de Oliveira , Moreira Renata Amato
Published: July 2024

A citricultura brasileira destaca-se historicamente como uma das atividades agrícolas de grande importância para o país, e a formação dos pomares com a utilização de técnicas para otimizar o desenvolvimento inicial das plantas, é uma das ferramentas que podem ser utilizadas para o sucesso da atividade. Neste sentido, a cobertura do solo com plástico de polietileno foi utilizada durante os dois primeiros anos de formação do pomar de laranjeiras das cultivares ‘Navelina’, ‘Navelate’ e ‘Lanelate’ enxertadas sobre ‘Trifoliata’. Foram comparados os plásticos preto e branco e a ausência destes, em época de baixa e alta precipitação pluviométrica em experimento que seguiu o delineamento blocos casualizados, em fatorial, representando coberturas plásticas, cultivares e épocas, respectivamente. A avaliação das plantas foi realizada através da mensuração de parâmetros de crescimento: altura de planta e diâmetro de caule, parâmetros fisiológicos: potencial hídrico foliar e trocas gasosas; e, em relação ao solo, foi avaliado o teor de umidade. Os dados obtidos foram analisados estatisticamente pela análise univariada e complementados pela análise multivariada, mediante análise de componente principal. Pelo resultado da análise univariada foi verificado um crescimento acumulativo das plantas independente da cultivar que, após 24 meses, responderam positivamente ao cultivo com cobertura plástica. No período de baixa precipitação todas as cultivares responderam positivamente quanto ao status hídrico da planta, quando utilizada a cobertura plástica. Pela análise de componentes principais, foi possível verificar que as variáveis fisiológicas permitiram diferenciar os tratamentos.
Adoecimento silencioso do professor na dinâmica da formação continuada
Authors: Silva Elaine de Faria Michele , Merlin Marco Antônio Ribeiro
Published: July 2024

O assunto do estudo foi a formação continuada de professores tendo como tema de investigação aspectos psicológicos presentes nessa formação docente e nas práticas pedagógicas, delimitado ao adoecimento de profissionais da educação na dinâmica do processo formativo continuado. A pesquisa teve como norte questionador a forma pela qual a Psicologia pode contribuir para o fortalecimento da saúde emocional de professores em sua formação continuada. Dentre os objetivos buscou compreender aspectos psicológicos inerentes à essa formação continuada, descrever a formação continuada em seus conceitos e finalidades no âmbito da educação, e identificar as contribuições da Psicologia para o professor em casos de adoecimento decorrente de causas presentes no ambiente do trabalho. Os procedimentos metodológicos definiram a revisão de literatura com consulta em artigos encontrados em bases de dados, reportagens, publicações e livros que abordem o assunto e a temática da pesquisa. Dos resultados encontrados, algumas das causas de adoecimento docente compreendem a sobrecarga de trabalho, o desempenho de funções burocráticas, as pressões no espaço educacional e ausência de autonomia. A contribuição da Psicologia se funda especialmente na identificação de causas que desencadeiem sintomas que possam levar o profissional ao adoecimento, com intervenções psicológicas que contemplem o fortalecimento da saúde mental para o enfrentamento dessas causas.
Uma automação em lançamento de foguete como subsídio à Trilha de Aprendizagem Robótica I
Authors: Silva Osmar Henrique Moura da , Silva Lucas Franco de Morais da , Schmidt Luiz Fernando
Published: July 2024

O avanço da Robótica Educacional (RE) tem sido cada vez mais significativo no Brasil, a exemplo da Unidade Curricular de Física I a ser trabalhada, e a partir de 2023 nos colégios estaduais do Paraná, por meio da Trilha de Aprendizagem denominada de Robótica I. Desde as primeiras iniciativas em menor escala e a despeito das dificuldades a serem superadas mediante quaisquer inovações curriculares, entre as quais, a formação do professor, concomitante a tal prática pedagógica encontram-se experiências de capacitação em andamento nas diversas regiões do país. Atentando-se ao valor indispensável dessas capacitações oferecidas pelas políticas de democratização para acesso à RE como recurso educativo, estudos recentes ainda constatam que muitos profissionais da área permanecem com dificuldades em inovar por meio das tecnologias digitais, a exemplo da RE. Quadro este que impulsiona a necessidade de contínuo desenvolvimento de estudos que subsidiem essas capacitações, a fim de beneficiar o uso pragmático dessas tecnologias. Por assim ser, apresenta-se aqui um protótipo de lançamento de foguete com adaptação do específico kit de Robótica distribuído nas escolas estaduais do Paraná em 2023. Discute-se uma adaptação inovadora e simples, cuja viabilidade mostra-se uma alternativa proveitosa aos educadores então compromissados com essa Trilha de Aprendizagem em Robótica I.