bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Breaking bad news: patients’ perspectives of the information process in a general surgery outpatient clinic survey
Authors: Ondes Ozlem , Erbay Hasan
Published: August 2022

The aim of this study is to investigate the perspectives of the patients admitted to a general surgery outpatient clinic towards the processes of being informed and receiving bad news. A questionnaire developed by the authors was provided to 319 patients. The scoring of some statements was based on a 5-item Likert scale, while other statement scoring was based on an 11-item Likert scale. Of all, 74.1% of the participants stated that “the doctor’s way of communicating information to them” is absolutely important, while 49.2% stated that “to whom the physician will communicate a bad news /malignant illness about oneself” is also of absolute importance. In case of a malignant illness, statements emphasizing that only the patient is to be notified have been adopted more commonly. Single participants stated it was more important to be personally notified first, rather than their relatives. The long-held idea that the patient may be affected by bad news and disrupt his/her treatment is no longer a consideration by patients. Even if their relatives are involved in the process in the later stages of the disease, the patients wish to hear the news first themselves.
An epidemiological study on morbidity pattern and quality of life among geriatric patients attending Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata
Authors: Manna Nirmalya , Chakraborty Arup , Reja Abhishek , Das Debasis
Published: August 2022

Background: Geriatrics refers to people aged 60 years and above. In India, the absolute number of elderly people increased from 76 million in 2001 to 100 million in 2011(8.6% of total population) and 138 million in 2021 (10.1% of total population). Common morbid conditions in older age include hypertension, diabetes, hearing loss, cataracts and refractive errors, back and neck pain and osteoarthritis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, diabetes, dementia, and complex health states commonly called the “Geriatric Syndromes.”

Aims and Objectives: The present study described the morbidity pattern, quality of life and their relationship among geriatric patients attending Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata.

Materials and Methods: An observational, descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted with a semi-structured data collection form having “OPQOL-Brief questionnaire” among 110 older subjects in a systematic manner who have attended the Geriatric Medicine OPD of Medical College, Kolkata, during the months of March–April, 2021. The data were entered into Microsoft Excel spreadsheet (version 10) and analyzed with the help of SPSS (version 25).

Results: About 59.1% of study subjects were male. The most common morbidity was hypertension (47.27%), followed by diabetes mellitus (39.1%), bronchial asthma (27.3%), and heart diseases (19.1%). About 50.9% of the patients (49.23% of male and 53.33% of female) had a good quality of life.

Conclusion: This study showed that these patients’ quality of life had significant relationship with their socioeconomic status and number of comorbidities present. It was advisable to adopt policies for affordable solutions for diagnosis and management of geriatric comorbidities overall.
Successful management of fipronil toxicosis in two pet rabbits
Authors: Cortellini Stefano , Ovidio Dario
Published: August 2022

Background: Antiparasitic drug toxicosis is commonly described in dogs and cats, but reports on the management of antiparasitic drug toxicities in pet rabbits are scarce. Here, we describe the successful clinical management of two pet rabbits with fipronil toxicosis.
Cases Description: The first case (case 1) was a 5-month-old, intact female, rabbit presented with acute onset of seizures, obtunded mentation and in lateral recumbency, while the second rabbit (case 2) was a 1-year-old, intact male presented for anorexia and lethargy. In both cases the owners reported to have administered a 0.5 ml fipronil vial topically on the skin as an antiparasitic drug between 4-6 hours prior presentation. Complete blood count and serum biochemistry were unremarkable and both rabbits tested negative on Encephalitozoon cuniculi serology. Both animals were decontaminated by bathing with tepid water and dishwashing soap. The rabbit with seizures received on admission intravenous midazolam. In both cases overnight hospitalization, intravenous isotonic crystalloid fluids as well as assisted-feeding by oral syringe was provided until voluntary feeding was resumed. Both rabbits rapidly improved approximately 12 hours of initiating supportive care. Complete resolution of clinical signs and return of normal appetite and defecation occurred within 24 hours of hospitalization in both animals. No recurrence of neurological signs was reported in the rabbit presented with seizures on a follow-up period of one month.
Conclusion: The outcome of these cases suggests that supportive treatment of fipronil toxicity in pet rabbits can be successful if administered promptly.
Ovarian granulosa cell tumor in a Persian cat: Case report from Tripoli, Libya
Authors: Elbahi Asma , Mahgiubi Shaima , Gaja Abdurraouf
Published: August 2022

Backgroundː Ovarian granulosa cell tumors (GCTs) are common neoplasms in domestic animals that originate from the sex-cord stromal cells of the ovary. The aim of the present paper was to report a case of ovarian granulosa cell tumor in a 5- year- old Persian female cat and to describe the histopathological pattern of this tumor.
Case Descriptionː The cat was brought for a routine diagnostic examination for pregnancy at Albaittar clinic in Tripoli, Libya with a history of one month mating before it was brought to the clinic for investigation of progressive behavioral changes. The cat external examination showed noticeable enlargement at the abdomen that was potentially suspected for pregnancy; however, the abdominal ultrasonography showed a great mass located on right ovary. Therapeutic ovariohysterectomy was performed. The cat’s clinical signs resolved, 6 months later it was diagnosed with a mass on the right kidney suspected as metastasis and one week later the cat died.
Conclusion: In this case, macroscopic and microscopic studies are discussed and histopathological examination confirmed ovarian granulosa cell tumor with cystic endometrial hyperplasia and suspected metastasis in one kidney.
Left lateral flank approach for spaying in cats
Authors: Munif Mohammad , Safawat Mst , Hannan Abdul
Published: August 2022

Background: Spaying is considered as a reliable surgical method for birth control and preventing potential feline reproductive diseases.
Aim: This experiment was carried out to evaluate the suitability of left lateral flank approach for routine spaying in cats.
Methods: Twenty-seven queens of 7-24 months old and 1.5-3.5 kg BW were spayed through flank laparotomy in the left lateral side of abdomen. The cats were categorized into two groups: Group A (n=12; cats did not yet give birth) and Group B (n=15; cats gave birth before). The studied variables included age, BW, vaccination history, skin incision length, total surgical duration, time needed for ligating ovarian pedicles and uterine body, suture materials, postoperative complications and healing duration.
Results: There were no significant differences (P<0.05) in age, BW and vaccination history of the cats between the two groups. The mean incision length and total duration of surgery were greater in case of Group B than Group A. The ease of entering into the peritoneal cavity, duration of ligating the ovarian pedicles and transfixing the uterine body did not vary significantly (P<0.05) between the groups, although longer time was taken for Group B than Group A. 62.96% spayed cats were found with no postoperative complication. The observed complications included wound site infection (7.41%), dehiscence of suture lines (11.11%), bleeding (3.70%) and oozing (14.82%) from wounds which were further treated successfully for complete recovery.
Conclusion: Left lateral flank approach can be an effective method of spaying in queens without any life threating complication.
Investigation of Perspective Between Human Resource Manager and College Student for Employment
Authors: Yang Chuhui
Published: August 2022

Human resource department is the core of any organization, it has the responsibilities of recruiting and evaluating employees for the business to maximizing profitability. This study provides the current advantages and disadvantages for human resource department when considering student employment and internships through qualitative research. This study also studies the factors that student need to consider when applying for employment and internships.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Disclosures in Group Affiliated Firms and Politically Connected Family Firms: Empirical Evidence From a Traditional Society
Authors:   University of Dhaka, Mehjabeen Dr. Melita , Bukth Tanisha ,   University of Dhaka
Published: August 2022

This paper explores whether the political connections in group-affiliated firms and family firms have any impact on the corporate social responsibility disclosure (CSRD) practices in a traditional society. Using a total sample of 792 company year observations from the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) from 2010-2018, this paper documents that the firms, which are group affiliated and which are family controlled, are positively significant to CSRD, indicating more disclosure of CSR information. However, when the family firms are politically connected, the CSRD is negatively significant. Without denying the benefits of alternative theoretical lenses adopted in disclosure studies, this paper tries to identify whether elements of “traditionalism” such as display of loyalty to master, domination and control, as characterized by (Weber, 1978), can be used to explain the determinants of social and environmental disclosure in developing/ traditional economy. This paper contributes to the CSR literature by providing an alternative theoretical perspective for traditionalist societies and connecting political affiliation and ties of family firms and group affiliated firms with CSR disclosure. It provides a deeper insight into the dynamics and interplay between group affiliated firms and family controlled firms, its ownership structures and governance mechanism with the disclosure practices in a traditional setting.
COPD: Perspectives of Immune Peptide Therapy and Lung Cancer Prevention
Authors:   Department of Pulmonology and Evidence-Based Medicine, F. G. Yanovsky National Institute of Phthisiology and Pulmonology NAMS of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine, Panashchuk Igor , Tatskyi Oleksii , Konovalenko Sergii
Published: August 2022

Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) occurs due to chronic inflammation, which leads to thickening of the airway walls, increased mucus production and, ultimately, permanent changes in lung structure. Meta-analysis indicates an increased risk of lung cancer in patients with COPD, so timely and comprehensive cancer prevention is extremely important. Objective: Determine the mechanisms of interaction between immune peptides and immunocompetent cells, which lead to the elimination of pathogens and prevent the development of metaplasia on the background of chronic inflammation. Methods: Selection and analysis of open access scientific publications. Results: Restoring the ability of secretory cells to synthesize IgA and maintaining this synthesis at the appropriate level can provide the necessary protection of the respiratory system from infection. Strengthening immune surveillance over the mucous membrane promotes not only the elimination of pathogens, but also to the destruction and removal of disabled and infected cells and cells that have undergone metaplasia - this is how the immunity program is implemented to counteract infection and prevent cancer. Conclusion: The use of exogenous anti-infective peptides for the treatment and prevention of exacerbations of COPD in the context of antibiotic resistance, to stimulate airway immune function and to prevent cancer is currently considered a promising area in clinical pulmonology.
The benefits of peritoneal dialysis (PD) solution with low-glucose degradation product in residual renal function and dialysis adequacy in PD patients: A meta-analysis.
Authors: Chen Sheng , Jia Jieshuang , Guo Huimin , Zhu Nan
Published: August 2022

The peritoneal effects of low-glucose degradation product (GDP)-containing peritoneal dialysis (PD) solutions have been extensively described. To systematically evaluate the efficacy and safety of low GDP solution for PD patients, specifically the effect on residual renal function (RRF) and dialysis adequacy, we conducted a meta-analysis of the published randomized controlled trials (RCTs). Different databases were searched for RCTs that compared low GDP-PD solutions with conventional PD solutions in the treatment of PD patients with continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) and automated peritoneal dialysis (APD). The outcomes of RCTs should include RRF and may include small solute clear-ance, peritoneal transport status, nutritional status, and all-cause mortality. Seven studies (632 patients) were included. Compared with the conventional solution, low-GDP solution preserved RRF in PD patients over time (MD 0.66 mL/min, 95% CI 0.34 to 0.99; p<0.0001), particularly in one year of treatment (p<0.01), and improved weekly Kt/V (MD 0.11, 95% CI 0.05 to 0.17; p=0.0007) without an increased 4-hour D/Pcr (MD 0.00, 95% CI -0.02 to 0.02; p=1.00). Notably, the MD of RRF and urine volume between the two groups tended to decrease as time on PD progressed up to 24 months. Patients using low GDP PD solutions did not have an increased risk of all-cause mortality (MD 0.97, 95% CI 0.50 to 1.88; p=0.93). Our meta-analysis confirms that the low GDP PD solution preserves RRF, improves the dialysis adequacy without increasing the peritoneal solute transport rate and all-cause mortality. Further trials are needed to deter-mine whether this beneficial effect can affect long-term clinical outcomes.
Evaluación de actividad física como coadyuvante terapéutico para pacientes con enfermedad inflamatoria intestinal: una revisión.
Authors: Fernández-Lázaro Diego , Hernández-Burgos Nuria , Cobreros Mielgo Raúl , García-Lázaro Sandra
Published: August 2022

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) includes Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC). Pharmacological treatment in IBD presents a loss of efficacy and side effects, inviting to consider alternative strategies, such as the practice of physical activity (PA), as a therapeutic adjuvant. The purpose of this review was to evaluate the effectiveness of PA interventions as a tool to in-crease physical fitness, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and improve the symptomatology in patients with CD and UC, identifying the optimal PA component. The review was performed, by searching the electronic databases Medline (PubMed), SciELO, and Cochrane Library Plus, including randomized controlled trials from the last 10 years that related to IBD and PA, until January 31, 2022. We found four studies with a total of 133 patients. The performance of PA in patients with IBD (UC and CD) increases (p>0.05) physical capacity, skeletal muscle mass, bone mineral density, and HRQoL, significantly (p<0.05) increasing mood. In addition, it significantly (p<0.05) decreases intestinal in-flammation and extraintestinal manifestations. A trend of reduction (p>0.05) of fatigue, blood pressure, and microbiota restoration was observed. Moderate PA and performed regularly for a minimum of eight weeks, favors the improve-ment of the IBD patient at the physical, psychological, HRQoL, and symptom-atology levels.
Same-day trial of void and discharge following standard vs. MOSES holmium laser enucleation of the prostate: A single-center experience
Authors: Noureldin Yasser , Gupta Aurinjoy , Hodhod Amr , Zakaria Ahmed S. , Abdul Hadi Ruba , Mehrnoush Vahid , Abbas Loay , Fathy Moustafa , Alaref Amer , Kotb Ahmed , Shahrour Walid , Elmansy Hazem
Published: August 2022

Introduction: We aimed to compare perioperative and postoperative outcomes and to assess the safety and feasibility of same-day trial of void (TOV) in patients who underwent standard holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) vs. MOSESTM HoLEP (MoLEP).
Methods: We conducted a retrospective review of prospectively collected data of patients that underwent HoLEP (100 W) or MoLEP (120 W) with same-day catheter removal three hours postoperatively at our institution from August 2018 to September 2021. Patient demographics, intraoperative parameters, and postoperative outcomes were analyzed. Data were compared as means with standard deviation and medians with interquartile range (IQR) or numbers and percentages. Continuous and categorical variables were assessed using the Mann-Whitney U test and Chi-squared test, respectively. Predictors of shorter enucleation time and failed same-day TOV were investigated.
Results: Of the 90 patients included, 28 underwent HoLEP while 62 had MoLEP. There was no significant difference between the groups in terms of the successful TOV (23 [82%] vs. 58 [93.5%], p=0.1) and readmission rate (3 [10.7%] vs. 1 [1.6%], p=0.08); however, the MoLEP group had a significantly shorter mean enucleation time (p<0.001), mean hemostasis time (p<0.001), mean morcellation time (p=0.003), and lower mean energy used (p<0.001). On the logistic regression model, MoLEP (odds ratio [OR] 0.03, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.007–0.19, p<0.001), lower preoperative prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test (OR 1.25, 95% CI 1.01–1.55, p=0.03), and smaller prostate size (OR 1.06, 95% CI 1.02–1.09, p<0.001) were independent predictors of shorter enucleation time. History of preoperative retention was the only significant factor associated with a failed same-day TOV (p=0.04). There was no different difference in intraoperative or postoperative complication rates or postoperative functional outcomes between the two technologies.
Conclusions: Same-day TOV and discharge are feasible following standard HoLEP and MoLEP, with comparable outcomes; however, the use of MOSES technology offered better enucleation efficiency with excellent hemostatic potential. Preoperative retention was the only predictor for failed same-day TOV.
Impact of exercise on physical health status in bladder cancer patients
Authors: Koelker Mara , Alkhatib Khalid , Briggs Logan , Labban Muhieddine , Meyer Christian P. , Dieli-Conwright Christina M. , Kang Dong-Woo , Steele Graeme , Preston Mark A. , Clinton Timothy N. , Chang Steve L. , Kibel Adam S. , Trinh Quoc-Dien , Mossanen Matthew
Published: August 2022

Introduction: There is a scarcity of data on the impact of behavioral habits, such as exercise, on physical health in patients with bladder cancer. We investigated the association of exercise on self-reported physical health status and examined the prevalence of bladder cancer patients with sedentary lifestyle.
Methods: We examined cross-sectional data of participants diagnosed with bladder cancer within the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) from 2016–2020. Patient health status was surveyed using self-reported measures such as the total days per month when their “physical health is not good.” The primary outcome was patient-reported poor physical health for more than 14 days within a one-month period.
Results: Out of 2 193 981 survey participants, we identified 936 with a history of bladder cancer. Nearly one in three bladder cancer patients reported being sedentary within the last month, as a total of 307 (32.8%) patients reported no exercise within the last 30 days. The remaining 628 (67.2%) reported exercising for at least one day within the last month. In multivariable logistic regression model analysis, we found that exercise is protective for self-reported poor physical health status (odds ratio 0.37, 95% confidence interval 0.25–0.56, p<0.001). Patients that exercised were less likely to report bad physical health.
Conclusions: Approximately one in three bladder cancer patients report no exercise within 30 days, suggesting a sedentary lifestyle. Patients that are active are less likely to self-report poor physical health status. Implementation of exercise programs for bladder cancer patients could be promising in improving health status.
PEMANFAATAN MEDIA SOSIAL DALAM PROMOSI KUE BROWNIES
Authors: Yuliza Mai , Yurasti  , Putra Endang Tirtana , Puta Eko , Mardahleni
Published: August 2022

This Community Service (PM) activity aims to improve the skills of small entrepreneurs (SMEs) in Kinali District, West Pasaman Regency, using social media to promote brownie cakes. The implementation method starts from the preparation process which includes site survey activities and permits to carry out community service activities then prepare materials that will be given to partners. Meanwhile, the method of implementing the activities used consists of: Field Assistance, Integrated Training, Demonstration (practicum / applicative), Continuous Assistance. The target of this activity is the household industry of brownie cakes. The brownie cake business is known to be underdeveloped because business management is traditional, market segmentation is very limited, and it is not creative to utilize information technology in the form of social media for product marketing purposes. Social media that are widely used by the public today such as online stores, twitter, WhatsApp, line, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. These social media have not been optimally utilized for the purposes of promoting their merchandise products. The results of the activity show that partners have mastered the concepts of marketing, business management, and online promotion through social media.
PENINGKATAN KOMPETENSI GURU SD MELALUI PENGEMBANGAN MEDIA BELAJAR INTERAKTIF
Authors: Fawwaz Muhammad Iqbal , Akbar Muhammad Fikri , Churiyah Madziatul , Sholikhan
Published: August 2022

During this pandemic, teachers are required to be more creative and innovative in carrying out learning. It is still very rare for teachers to use the computer for the purpose of improving learning, let alone using Powerpoint-based learning media with various applications. Facts on the ground, namely in Cluster 6 Blimbing do not have sufficient competence in operating the tools available in Microsoft Office Powerpoint. Based on this, a learning media workshop is needed that is able to support this, does not require high specifications for laptop devices, and provides easy access guidebooks for educators. Powerpoint is an application that easily bridges users in designing various types of creative learning materials. In particular, PowerPoint has new features that can make it easier for educators to create media slides for presentations, learning videos, lesson plans, integration with virtual classroom platforms that support creativity and collaboration, etc. There are several specific activities that will be carried out to overcome the above problems through this Community Service, namely: 1) providing interactive learning media guidebooks to elementary school teachers; 2) holding a workshop “Development of Learning Media for Elementary School Teachers Using PowerPoint and Slidesgo”; and 3) Make a video tutorial "Development of Learning Media for Elementary School Teachers Using Interactive Learning Media".
Domestic experience designing cloud-based learning environment for educational institutions
Authors: Vakaliuk T. A.
Published: August 2022

The aim of this study is analysis of theoretical approaches to designing cloud-based learning environment (CBLE) for local educational institutions. Objectives of the study is to analyze research scientists, studying the experience of designing CBLE existing approaches to the construction of CBLE. The object of research is the process of designing educational environment of educational institutions. The subject of research is the use of cloud technology as the foundation of the learning environment of educational institutions.The paper highlighted the main theoretical approaches to designing cloud-based learning environment for educational institutions. Analyzed a number of scientific papers, studied experience of designing CBLE. Determined that the creation of CBLE for universities is a matter of urgent and requires further consideration.
Acquiring and development of teachers’ e-competences in the system of qualification improvement
Authors: Suk O. P.
Published: August 2022

Research goals: expansion of the IT component of system of teachers’ training.Research objectives: to provide guidance on the methodology of certain types of studies and scenario for building of seminar for teachers depending on the capabilities and desires of students and choice of e-Competences.Object of research: the system of qualification improvement.Subject of research: acquiring and development of teachers’ e‑competences in the system of qualification improvement.Research methods used: analysis of international standards, publications and educational process.Results of the research. In the paper it’s described the experience and practical results that was obtained in the training of teachers from Ukrainian HEI in the seminar of qualification improvement “Management of Distance Education”, which for many years is conducted at the Centre of Distance Education of National Technical University «Kharkiv Polytechnic Institute». The main objective of the seminar is to acquire its audience a set of e-competences that will enable them to start or speed up the implementation of the methodology and tools of e-learning in their departments. The seminar is based on a blended learning.The main conclusions. It’s shown that the chosen methodology, together with the use of numerous practical results of NTU "KPI" System of Distance Education, is optimal for achieving this goal.
The computer-oriented educational environment of higher educational establishment as an instrument of forming the professional competences for future teachers
Authors: Bobrytska V. I. , Protska S. M.
Published: August 2022

The aim: the researching for potential of the computer-oriented educational environment of higher educational establishment as an instrument of forming of professional competences for future teachers. Task: to expose essence descriptions of the computer oriented educational environment in modern higher educational establishment; to describe features of forming of professional competences of teachers by facilities of the computer oriented educational environment; to consider the practical aspects of application of cloud learning technologies in the process of professional competences forming of philology teachers. Research object: process of forming of professional competences of future teachers by facilities computer oriented educational environment. Research subject: the using of the computer oriented educational environment in process of forming the professional competences for future teachers. Research methods: theoretical methods, that analysis of philosophical, psychology-pedagogical, educational- methodical and instructional methodical literatures with the purpose of determination of the state theoretical ground of problem, and also generalization of the got information, front-rank and personal pedagogical experience, in the improvement of organization of studies. Research results: Enables to carry out some theoretical generalizations. At first, the awareness of importance of upgrading professional preparation a future teacher in industry of application of the computing engineering, providing of lead through of mass compute studies of young people, predetermines on the stage of acquisition of trade education the necessity of decision of tasks of studies of computer deed, acquisition of professional competences, specific qualities of user of various facilities of informatics, and computing engineering. Secondly, use of potential possibilities of the computer oriented environment of studies as for future teachers will give the mean of forming of professional competences possibility them in the process of implementation of professional tasks to realize not only informatively technological but also psychology-pedagogical aims which will show out the process of school education on a high-quality new innovative level, will provide personality development of student's young people. Conclusions and recommendations: will point future research on development of the computer oriented methodic of forming the professional competences for future teachers in philology in the educational process of higher educational establishment.
Visualization of educational information with the use services of cloud technology
Authors: Zhytyenyova N. V.
Published: August 2022

The purpose of the paper is the theoretical justification for the use of information visualization with the use services of cloud technology in educational process secondary school. Object of research supports the educational process in secondary school. The object is to use visualization training information with the use services of cloud technology. The feasibility of the use of these technologies in education due to their compliance psychological peculiarities inherent in the present generation of students and the need for a compact representation of the training material in the manner most convenient to its perception, understanding, learning and remembering. It is shown that the use of visualization develops cognitive interest of students, makes it possible to create a positive emotional atmosphere in the classroom and facilitates implementation of intersubject connections in learning. However, visualization is a powerful didactic tool, the use of which has to be motivated, pedagogically appropriate methodically backed up. In our opinion, the problem of training of future teachers to effective use of technology of visualization in teaching activities is a perspective direction for further research.
Ways to improve the effectiveness of teacher
Authors: Smirnova A. I.
Published: August 2022

Research goals: modeling of educational activities and characteristics of the learning process with the use of remote technologies, in particular, the use of cloud-centric platforms, tools and services, e-learning.Research objectives: the formulation of didactic possibilities of cloud technologies for use in the learning process.Object of research: ways to improve the effectiveness of teacher.Subject of research: the use of cloud technologies in the educational process in order to increase the efficiency of the work of the teacher.Research methods used: analysis of statistics and publications.Results of the research. The need for creative activity and professional development of technical thinking, the ability to design, evaluate, rationalize machinery and technology is growing rapidly. Solving these problems depends on the content and technology training of future specialists. In this regard, actively introducing innovative learning technologies. Proposed use in the classroom cloud technologies, which in turn increases the efficiency of the teacher and the changes for the better the educational process itself.The main conclusions and recommendations. Didactic possibilities of cloud technologies, confirming the feasibility of their application in the educational process of modern higher school: the possibility of collaboration; fast start creating products in the educational process; organizing interactive sessions and group teaching.
Cloud technology as a means of transition to free software
Authors: Velichko V. E.
Published: August 2022

Global information society contributed to the development of information technology in the classroom. Cloud technology providers for educational space great features require investigation as to how to use them, and in conjunction with other teaching aids. No exception is free software that tries to take its place in the educational environment. The study aims to analyze the possibilities of switching to the use of free software through the implementation of cloud technologies in information and educational environment of the modern university. To solve this goal were problems with the analysis capabilities of cloud technologies and compare them with the possibilities of free software. Object of study – the transition to the use of free software through the use of cloud technology. Purpose of the study – the use of cloud technology to switch to free software. A comparative analysis was revealed common features of cloud technologies and free software in the context of information and educational environment. The use of open source software is fundamentally has not been studied, it’s not so much a new trend in the educational activity as psychological and social factors. Barriers to the use of free software in education is primarily distrust people to great opportunities of free software and understanding why well made software can be free. All these factors together hinder the promotion of free software in the educational community that at this stage of education is no longer acceptable. There is hope that the use of cloud technologies will make a major step in the psychological and social preparation software users to use free software.
Methodical aspects of usage of blended learning in studying the course «Methodology and Distance Learning Technologies» in institute of higher education
Authors: Gnedkova O. O.
Published: August 2022

The aim of this study is to examine the practical possibility of use of blended learning technologies in the learning process on the example of course «Methodology and Distance Learning Technologies» in institute of higher education. Objectives of the study is to prove theoretically the concept «blended learning» and to consider methodological features of practical use of blended learning in the learning process in learning the course «Methodology and Distance Learning Technologies». The object of research is the studying the course «Methodology and Distance Learning Technologies» using the blended learning. The subject of research is the methodical aspects of blended learning usage in studying the course «Methodology and Distance Learning Technologies» in institute of higher education.In this work the defined that practical application of blended learning in the educational process have an influence on the improvement of students’ knowledge quality, indicating of effectiveness and availability of blended learning usage.
Development cloud-based learning environment for subdivision of university based ownCloud
Authors: Striuk A. M. , Rassovytska M. V.
Published: August 2022

The aim of this study is to design and implement cloud-based learning environment for subdivision of university based ownCloud. Objectives of the study is to analyze the existing approaches to constructing cloud-based learning environments, forming requirements cloud-based learning tools, the selection on the basis of the requirements of cloud ICT training and experimental applications to build a cloud-based learning environment for subdivision of university. The object of research is the process of operation of a single subdivision of high school, including the simulation and software department. The subject of research is the use of cloud ICT training in organizational, scientific and educational activities of the simulation and software department.In this work the analysis and systematization of research on the use of cloud-based ICT in education, research and organizational activities of the university, experimental implementation of the designed cloud-based environment for the subdivision of university using open source software. To assess the effectiveness of the use cloud-based learning environment created a separate department university planned to hold teaching experiment. Results of the study is planned to summarize the development of recommendations for the design of general cloud-based university environment.
The structure of English educational e-course within Moodle
Authors: Tomilina A. O. , Maloivan M. V.
Published: August 2022

Research goal: to involve IT in the process of teaching English.Research objectives: to make up an English educational e-course for second-year students within Moodle.Object of research: the process of English teaching of students.Subject of research: the ways of using educational e-course within Moodle while English teaching.Research methods used: the study of the methodological materials of the chosen subject; didactic modeling; pedagogical prediction to monitor the effectiveness of the method used in teaching English.Results of the research. Electronic course of discipline provides high intensity of learning process of English based on Moodle. Learning English at the electronic course provides participants educational democratization of communication space and expands the range of foreign language communication.The main conclusions: this course has a complete structure and it focuses on students’ gradual mastering of knowledge, abilities and skills the subject requires and systemic control and self-control.
Formation of cloud-based learning environment for professional training in programming
Authors: Kharadzjan N. A.
Published: August 2022

The article is devoted the question of forming a full functional based on cloud technology to study subjects from programming cycle for specialists in programming. The object of the research – the process applying cloud technologies in learning. The subject of the research – cloud technology in training of specialists in programming. The purpose of the research – forming a full functional learning environment for training of specialists in programming based on cloud technology. The method of research – analyses.To achieve the goal of the research was conducted review of existing integrated programming environments. First of all, such environments should be based on cloud technologies, since among the services provided by cloud technologies is a service SaaS. Also, the environment should support the possibility of developing programs in different programming languages, which allowed organize learning on programming in a single environment. In this environment was chosen cloud environments Cloud9 IDE. Cloud9 IDE is an Internet environment for development applications in programming language Javascript for Node.js, HTML5/CSS, PHP, Java, Ruby on Rails, C/C++, Python, allowing you to work in free and paid modes.Since service SaaS used to provide learning process and research only specialized software, therefore necessary to provide the learning materials (texts of lectures, laboratory and practical work, tutorials, self-study materials, etc.). These materials every student can study to self-pace, on their own trajectory. That student will acquire the ability and skills as needed – out bulky projects and approaches to learning.
Development of cloud technologies in learning mathematical disciplines as a scientific problem
Authors: Rashevska N. V.
Published: August 2022

The article deals with the question of the problem regarding the feasibility of using cloud technology in teaching mathematics in higher technical education. The research object is the process of learning mathematics in a technical university, the research subject is the process management system. The purpose of research is to analyze of investigated problems and to allocation of the key research tasks.Analysis of the investigated problem showed that the main tasks of higher technical education today is to increase the quality of learning outcomes of graduates by providing fundamental and practical orientation training programs and enable everyone to free and open access to knowledge, taking into account their needs, abilities and interests. Implementation of the task is possible by creating the conditions for the conversion of a student from a passive consumer of knowledge provided to the active searcher and researcher. That is why one of the methods of the study was the analysis and synthesis of known experience with ICT in the learning process of higher mathematics for students of technical universities in order to generalize it to cloudy oriented teaching mathematical disciplines.A result of research has identified key components that characterize the qualitative organization of the learning process and how to manage the learning process.Monitored and controlled process of learning mathematical disciplines based on cloud technology enhances the forms and methods of interaction between teachers and students, students and students together with the resources of a common information space of the higher education system.
Democratic Breakdown through Lawfare by Constitutional Courts: The Case of Post-"Democratic Transition" Thailand
Authors: Mérieau Eugénie
Published: August 2022

Third-wave democracies have massively adopted mechanisms of judicial review, notably constitutional courts, considered key institutions of successful democratic transitions. By preventing abuses of the constitution and safeguarding people's rights, they act as a bulwark against the
claims of potential autocrats. In Thailand, the 1997 democratic transition led to the adoption of a powerful constitutional court tasked with safeguarding democracy from the threats of populism, corruption, and authoritarianism. Yet since its inception, the court's record has been puzzling.
It has dissolved most, if not all, of the pro-democracy, anti-military political parties, dismissed all elected prime ministers, and paved the way for two military coups. In short, against established theories linking constitutional courts to democratization, the introduction of constitutional
review in Thailand has led to democratic breakdown. To make sense of this puzzle, this article will investigate three variables of the court—strategic interests, ideologies, and institutional design—within the larger bureaucratic structure of the Thai state, to account for the
anti-democratic behaviour of Thailand's Constitutional Court. This piece considers materials in Thai and English.
Failed Autocratization: Malaysia under Najib Razak (2009–2018)
Authors: Ufen Andreas
Published: August 2022

Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak's systematic strategy of autocratization backfired. This paper is based on a model of three pillars of authoritarian regimes. It traces the di erent strategies and measures employed to weaken the opposition and shows that major survival strategies
were prone to frequent shifts. At the beginning of his tenure, Najib depicted himself as a reformer, and refined some forms of repression. The regime scrapped central coercive tools such as the Internal Security Act, but later replaced them with kindred, yet ine ective measures. Co-optation
was more centralized and "money politics" expanded. The widespread and unprecedented usage of patronage resulted in corruption, which fundamentally destabilized the regime. Legitimation was modified since 2013 to a more Malay-centric and Islamist discourse. Because of this shift, legitimation
eroded among ethnic and religious minorities. The prime minister's legitimacy shrank due to corruption scandals. This paper helps gauge the lacking complementarity of the pillars and the failures of an authoritarian regime in crisis, which is important also with a view to political developments
in Malaysia since 2018.
Violence and Impunity: Democratic Backsliding in the Philippines and the 2022 Elections
Authors: Iglesias Sol
Published: August 2022

As president from 2016 to 2022, Rodrigo Duterte captured the judiciary, dominated the legislature, attacked the media, and presided over a campaign of mass killing, leaving an estimated 30,000 alleged drug criminals dead. Despite wielding vast amounts of power, Duterte stepped down
after the national elections on May 9, 2022 in a largely peaceful transfer of power to Ferdinand Marcos Jr., son and namesake of the former dictator deposed in 1986. Why did Duterte amass power without causing full democratic collapse into authoritarian rule? The Philippines experienced backsliding
to competitive authoritarianism: while elections remain free and somewhat fair, other features of democracy like civil liberties and political freedoms have eroded badly because of mass violence. The Philippine case demonstrates the autocratizing e ect of an emerging form of political violence:
a focused campaign of state terror that produces fear and electoral success. I present evidence from two cases—the national "war on drugs" and its local antecedent in Davao City—to explain how violence escalates, provokes accountability, evades culpability, and contributes to democratic
backsliding without immediate collapse to authoritarianism. With the election of Marcos Jr., the impunity of the former incumbent is likely to become institutionalized, and democratic backsliding is unlikely to be reversed.
The Social Side of Climate Change Adaptation: Reducing Conflict Risk
Authors: Hegazi Farah , Seyuba Katongo
Published: August 2022

In developing countries, the effects of climate change interact with factors such as underdevelopment, high dependence on natural resource-based livelihoods, inequality, weak state institutions and marginalization to increase the risk of insecurity and violent conflict. Along with sustainable development and climate change mitigation, climate change adaptation is another key entry point for addressing climate-related security risks. However, key social factors that could positively influence adaptation outcomes and ultimately mitigate climate-related security risks are often overlooked. This SIPRI Policy Brief offers insights into the importance of social capital for facilitating climate change adaptation and preventing and resolving natural resource-related communal conflict in developing countries. The policy brief recommends: (a) improving trust between communities and governments through collaborative processes for knowledge exchange, setting priorities and determining appropriate climate change adaptation practices; and (b) increasing knowledge of climate change among traditional and local leaders to strengthen local conflict resolution mechanisms.
An Investigation into the Use of Socio-Cultural Strategies in L2 Writing among Chinese English Majors
Authors: Li Chili Li , Wang Yuehua , Qian Long , Shang Zhenru
Published: August 2022

This paper reports on the results of a quantitative study that was aimed to measure the use of socio-cultural strategies in learning English writing among a group of 155 Chinese university English major students. This quantitative survey was informed by the socio-cultural theory that holds that L2 learning is a mediational process in which a couple of socio-cultural factors tend to mediate the learning of the second/foreign language. The use of writing strategies was thus conceptualized by an array of mediational factors and measured by a self-designed questionnaire. Descriptive techniques were applied to analyze the collected data. The results revealed that the surveyed participants endorsed a medium to high level of socio-cultural writing strategies. They reported to most frequently use role-mediated strategies in their English writing learning, followed by sign-mediated strategies, rule-mediated strategies, community-mediated strategies, and tool-mediated strategies respectively. The results are implicative for L2 writing learning and instruction.