bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
An Exploratory Factor Analysis Approach to Investigate Health and Safety Factors in Construction
Authors: Upadhyaya Deep , Malek MohammedShakil
Published: July 2024

Construction sites require greater safety precautions due to unsafe working conditions. Health and Safety (H&S) in the Indian construction sector is very poor. Even with this reality, Indian researchers have paid little attention to H&S issues. Understanding important dimensions improves on-site H&S. So, this study aims to find out the most important aspects and factors that affect health and safety on the job site in the Indian construction industry and get other developing countries to do the same. A piloted and tested questionnaire survey approach was employed in this study to verify and confirm the set of dimensions explored from the existing literature. After compiling a final set of 61 dimensions, Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) was used to analyze them. Out of the original 61 dimensions, 35 were deemed significant and clustered into 4 main factors: management regulatory factor, worker's self-regulatory factor, workplace regulatory factor, and government regulatory factor. The study's findings may help decision-makers, top management, and workers to understand H&S and its effective implementation. The results will also encourage developing countries to implement H&S governance for on-site H&S. Future studies for the Indian construction sector can examine the factors using confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and a model by structural equation modeling (SEM) or Path Model can be developed by using the dimensions and extracted factors given in this work. In the future, emerging nations should conduct more research in this direction is also recommended.
Partnering with older adults for digital research tool development: Demystifying an engaged research process
Authors: Balyasnikova Natalia , Martin Sonia
Published: July 2024

The inadequacy of traditional research methods, underscored by the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighted the urgent need for innovative approaches, particularly to research involving older adults. This article reflects on the complexities of establishing and sustaining research partnerships with older adults for digital research tool testing and development. The article offers an explicit report of the outreach process for holding researchers accountable and demystifying the research process.
Abril-mayo
Authors: ECA: Estudios Centroamericanos
Published: July 2024

No abstract available.
ECA Estudios Centroamericanos, Vol. 43, No. 475, 1988: 407-417.
In memoriam. Ignacio Ellacuría, Ignacio Martín-Baró, Segundo Montes, Juan Ramón Moreno, Amando López, Joaquín López y López, Elba y Celina Ramos
Authors: ECA: Estudios Centroamericanos
Published: July 2024

No abstract available.
ECA Estudios Centroamericanos, Vol. 44, No.493-494, 1989: 995-1012.
Noviembre-diciembre
Authors: ECA: Estudios Centroamericanos
Published: July 2024

No abstract available.
ECA Estudios Centroamericanos, Vol. 44, No. 493-494, 1989: 1133-1152.
El caso de la masacre de la UCA
Authors: ECA: Estudios Centroamericanos
Published: July 2024

No abstract available.
ECA Estudios Centroamericanos, Vol. 44, No. 493-494, 1989: 1153-1171.
Los medios de comunicación masiva y la opinión pública en El Salvador de 1979 a 1989
Authors: Martín-Baró Ignacio
Published: July 2024

No abstract available.
ECA Estudios Centroamericanos, Vol. 45, No. 493-494, 1989: 1081-1093.
El desafío de las mayorías pobres
Authors: Ellacuría Ignacio
Published: July 2024

No abstract available.
ECA Estudios Centroamericanos, Vol. 45, No. 493-494, 1989: 1075-1080.
Entrepreneurship and STEM Competencies Education Among Female Estate Management Students of Polytechnics
Authors: Hannatu Lucius DATUKUN  , Mangai Tarzan AHMADU  , Racheal Titus GOPEP
Published: July 2024

Entrepreneurship is a catalyst for the economic prosperity of countries through wealth creation and employment generation. The high unemployment rate in Nigeria is more pronounced among female graduates. As a result, numerous research and government interventions to address this scenario were initiated, but female graduate unemployment still rises at alarming rate. This has been attributed to the lack of intention of female students toward entrepreneurial activities. Thus, this study investigated entrepreneurship education and STEM and entrepreneurial competencies of female students. Three hypotheses were used. The study utilised the quantitative method and survey design based on a cross-sectional time horizon. The collected data from a sample size of 37 female students of estate management in Plateau State Polytechnic. The study also utilised the systematic review and conceptual secondary evidence, by reviewing and analysing 30 recent articles and using SPSS to generate simple percentages, descriptive statistics and simple linear regression model. Results revealed a positive and significant relationship between entrepreneurship education and entrepreneurial intention majorly among social science students. On this premise, a conceptual framework was developed with STEM competencies as moderator to fill the knowledge gap. The conceptual framework reiterates the need to assess moderating effects of STEM conpetencies based on socio-emotional skills, multi-literacy skills, and knowledge-thinking skills among female estate management students of Plateau State Polytechnic and this showed a moderate positive and significant relationship. Based on the findings, the institutions of higher learning should improve the quality of entrepreneurship education by leveraging on course content enrichment, pedagogical flexibility, and extracurricular activities to strengthen TVET EI of female students.
A experiência docente no uso da série televisiva Unidade Básica no processo ensino-aprendizagem
Authors: Franco Geraldo Larissa Cristine , Beloni Ferreira Pedro Luís , Lemos Petta Helena , Vianna Dantas dos Santos Deivisson , Oliveira e Oliveira Ana Luiza , Tainã Vieira de Souza Douglas , Naves Conciani Isabela , Stefanello Sabrina
Published: July 2024

Introdução: As mídias audiovisuais, como as séries televisivas, são ferramentas fundamentais para o ensino na saúde. Objetivo: Analisar as percepções de docentes de cursos da área da saúde sobre o uso da série Unidade Básica – cujo enredo foca a atenção primária brasileira – no processo de ensino-aprendizagem. Métodos: Trata-se de pesquisa qualitativa que utiliza entrevistas semiestruturadas com posterior transcrição e análise dos dados segundo a técnica de análise de conteúdo. Foram realizadas 24 entrevistas com docentes de diversos cursos de graduação do país. Resultados: Ao serem questionados sobre sua experiência com a utilização do material, os docentes informaram que o seriado fomenta a discussão de questões próprias da atenção primária, aproximando o debate dos cenários de prática mais condizentes com o Sistema Único de Saúde. Conclusão: A série demonstrou ser potencializadora de aprendizagem, voltada para a construção de uma atitude reflexiva e crítica sobre a prática em saúde na atenção básica.
Fórum como ferramenta de ensino-aprendizagem: experiência no Mestrado Profissional em Saúde da Família
Authors: Da Penha Ferreira Alves Thaysa , Guimarães Monteiro Nádia Maria , Machado Campos Michelli , Gutierrez Diaz de Azevedo Diana Paola
Published: July 2024

Introdução: o fórum é um espaço virtual de interação assíncrono utilizado em Educação a Distância, onde questões disparadoras despertam reflexões, discussões dialógicas, construção de saberes, frente a diversas percepções e vivências do cotidiano. Objetivo: discutir o uso do fórum como estratégia educacional que utiliza metodologias ativas, no contexto do Mestrado Profissional em Saúde da Família - PROFSAÚDE, a partir da perspectiva da prática docente. Método: estudo descritivo, de abordagem qualitativa, tipo relato de experiência que abrangeu a utilização dos cinco fóruns integrados das disciplinas do primeiro semestre do curso. Resultados: os fóruns proporcionaram: oportunidade de interações com profundidade teórica; debate; reflexão crítica; desenvolvimento de habilidades de comunicação; análise das situações cotidianas no serviço e dos processos de trabalho. Conclusão: o fórum é uma ferramenta para a construção coletiva de conhecimento entre as discentes; contribuindo para o desenvolvimento cognitivo, social e afetivo e a efetividade do processo de ensino-aprendizagem.
Perfil epidemiológico de sarampo na região central de saúde do Distrito Federal
Authors: Avila de Jesus Moreira Moara , Fernandes Correia Adriana , Coelho Plutarco Vannessa Suzeny
Published: July 2024

RESUMO
 
Objetivo: determinar o perfil epidemiológico de sarampo em região central do Distrito Federal. Método: trata-se de um estudo observacional, descritivo de abordagem quantitativa, com dados coletados dos registros do Sistema de Informação de Agravos de Notificação e Programa Nacional de Imunizações. A análise foi realizada por meio de frequência relativa e absoluta. Resultados: 44 casos suspeitos de sarampo foram notificados na região central do DF. Conclusão: é essencial que as ações assistenciais estejam aliadas às de vigilância em saúde, sendo necessária atenção redobrada para os casos suspeitos de sarampo que necessitam de notificação e ações de bloqueio vacinal em tempo oportuno. É importante, também, intensificar a vacinação de rotina da população conforme as normas do calendário nacional do Ministério da Saúde. Dessa maneira, se evitam novos casos da doença e, consequentemente, mais mortes.
Projeto piloto integrado a um estudo de avaliabilidade de um protocolo de hiperglicemia em pacientes internados
Authors: Alves do Prado Romani Flaviene , Santos Elizabeth Moreira dos , Nunes da Silva Everton , Couto Arnaldo Cézar , Cordeiro Pereira Cardoso Gisela , Silveira Tavares Fernanda
Published: July 2024

Introdução: O diabetes é uma doença crônica que acarreta altas taxas de internação. O descontrole está associado a desfechos desfavoráveis, culminando com o aumento do custo.Objetivo: Realizar um projeto piloto integrado a um estudo de avaliabilidade para uma avaliação de custo-efetividade de um protocolo de hiperglicemia em pacientes internados em um hospital público em situação de pandemia por COVID-19. Métodos: O estudo de avaliabilidade incluiu: 1. Elaboração do Modelo Lógico; 2. Caracterização dos stakeholders e definição das perguntas avaliativas; 3. Elaboração do Modelo da Avaliação e 4. Operacionalização do estudo piloto. Foram realizados: análise documental, revisão bibliográfica, análise de prontuários, estudo piloto para verificação de condições reais de infraestrutura e interacionais de uma unidade hospitalar. Conclusão: Os principais achados foram a descrição da intervenção e o modelo de avaliação de um estudo de custo-efetividade, em crise sanitária. A principal lição aprendida foi a identificação da necessidade de aproximação, interação e ação colaborativa com os diferentes stakeholders.
Avaliabilidade do Programa de Obesidade infanto-juvenil na rede pública especializada
Authors: Pessoa Camila Sousa Costa , Moreira dos Santos Elizabeth , Cruz Mariana Sodário , Oliveira Andreia Ferreira de
Published: July 2024

Objetivo: realizar um estudo de avaliabilidade descrevendo o planejamento do monitoramento e avaliação do Programa de Obesidade infanto-juvenil de uma unidade da Rede de Atenção secundária da Secretaria de Saúde do Distrito Federal. Método: com abordagem qualitativa, realizou-se análise documental, entrevistas com atores-chave, elaboração e validação do modelo lógico (ML) e do protocolo de boas práticas, a matriz de informações, o diagrama da teia e proposição da matriz de análise e julgamento (MAJ). Resultado: verificou-se a ausência de protocolos que descrevessem as ações do programa. Selecionou-se o conteúdo prioritário para o protocolo e MAJ através das entrevistas e oficinas. Conclusão: o programa é passível de avaliação, e o EA mostrou-se apropriado, permitindo a participação dos atores na elaboração do ML, além da reflexão sobre estratégias para melhorar o programa e interlocução com outros setores.
Anemia falciforme: avaliação da implementação de protocolo de assistência às crianças do pronto socorro da pediatria
Authors: Sicoli Ludmilla de Castro Oliveira , Moreira dos Santos Elizabeth , Kabad Juliana Fernandes
Published: July 2024

Objetivo: avaliar o grau de implantação do “Protocolo de Eventos Agudos em Doença Falciforme” na assistência às crianças de 0 a 16 anos, 11 meses e 29 dias com doença falciforme em Hospital Público, acometidas por intercorrências clínicas decorrentes da doença, atendido no Pronto Socorro (PS). Método: foram aplicados questionários para enfermeiros, médicos e técnicos de enfermagem. Resultados: com base nos dados coletados, criou-se uma Matriz de Análise e Julgamento, que permitiu concluir que, quanto a Estruturas e Processo, o protocolo está com grau de implementação 76,4% (implantado), a dimensão da Estrutura e Recursos com 78,0% (implantado) e no que se refere a Processos está com grau de implementação 74,8% (parcialmente implantado). Devido ao desconhecimento do protocolo, os procedimentos são realizados independente dele. Uma oportunidade de aperfeiçoamento é a disposição dos profissionais em serem capacitados. A dificuldade de comunicação da equipe da unidade, a falta de divulgação do protocolo e sua indisponibilidade na forma impressa são pontos fracos.
Turkish Adaptation of the Views of Nature of Science-Form C: Validity and Reliability Study
Authors: Özcan Hasan , Taşar Mehmet Fatih
Published: July 2024

The aim of this study is to adapt the nature of science questionnaire C form to Turkish in a valid and reliable manner. The questionnaire was developed by Abd-El Khalick (1998) and further amendments on the questionnaire were made by Lederman, Abd-El-Khalick, Bell, and Schwartz (2002). The process of adaptation of the questionnaire was carried out in five steps. These are: translating from English to Turkish, back translation from Turkish into English, the implementation of both Turkish and English versions with preservice science teachers, carrying out the pilot research and then the actual research. The items 1 and 4, 6, 7, and 8 after validity and reliability study were revisited and each question was separated into two and indicated as a and b (e.g. 1-a and 1-b). The questionnaire is frequently used in the nature of science research and it was previously adapted to German, Portuguese, Thai, Swedish, Vietnamese and Korean. It is hoped that the Turkish adaptation will contribute to the studies in nature of science in Turkey.
PISA, Structuring Themes and Unifying Concepts in Physics Teaching through Interactive Simulations
Authors: José Wagner Duarte , Angotti José André
Published: July 2024

In Brazil, educational plans and guidelines have been consolidating large-scale assessments as potential references for High School and for initial and continuing teacher training, among them the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA). The student’s critical acceptance mediated by the teacher can result in cultural gains of the essential knowledge of Science and Technology as citizenship instruments. We propose the development of Hypermidiatic Study Activities through interactive simulations with PISA’s Thematic Units along with physics students in initial teacher training, aiming to investigate the question: do PISA’s thematic units in dialogical-problematizing and conceptual unifying perspectives make possible desirable changes in educational practice? Positive signs for the issue investigated suggest that connections between the concept of Translator Dialogicity and Unifying Concepts emerge from the teaching situations by teaching mediation in line with simulations or other Open Educational Resources.
It's All in the Data - But What is It? Learning Analytics and Data Mining of Multimedia Physics Courses
Authors: Kortemeyer Gerd
Published: July 2024

Before “Learning Analytics” became the buzzword that it is today, fueled by the advent of "big data" MOOCs and increased institutional attention to retention and time-to-degree, fine-grained transactions within courses were analyzed as a unique window into student learning: what resources do learners access in which order, how much time do they spend with each resource, to what degree do different resources contribute to success in formative assessment, what is the effect of online discussion forums, how many attempts does it take which learners to solve online homework, and what is the extend and effect of unproductive behavior such as procrastination, guessing, and copying? We will focus on virtual and blended physics courses and use data mining methods to extract various predictive signatures of eventual learner success on exams. We also use classical test theory and item response theory to estimate both quality parameters of online homework and latent learner traits such as ability and the propensity to copy or guess answers. Based on these findings, we will make recommendations for course design.
Science Teacher Professional Development for Inclusive Practice
Authors: Abels Simone
Published: July 2024

Most subject teachers are not specifically educated for inclusion. Inclusive practice at classroom level remains a blind spot. This case study provides insight into the inclusive practice of two science teachers by video-based participant observation and then uses the data as a basis for professional development. The videos were recorded in an inquiry-based science class of an urban “inclusive middle school” in Austria. The two science teachers of this class reflected upon their own instruction. Three more science teachers reflected upon the others’ teaching. The focus of the study was on what the teachers noticed and reasoned as they viewed the videos. The reflective sessions were audiotaped. Grounded Theory was used to analyze and compare the data. Surprisingly, the results show that inclusion was not often addressed and it was especially difficult to discover in others’ teaching; however, implicit connections to inclusive, but not subject-specific teaching principles, can be drawn.
Promoting STEM content epistemology in Technology enhanced collaborative learning environments
Authors: Kasimatis Katerina , Gkantara Chryselpi , Psycharis Sarantos , Petropoulou Ourania
Published: July 2024

In this paper the exploitationof a technologically supported learning environment is proposed so that teachers gain a deeper understanding of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) content epistemology, they become familiarized with the STEM methodology as well as they realize its added value in education settings. In this paper, a distance learning program (e-course) was developed to train teachers in the STEM teaching methodology. Sixteen teachers of Primary and Secondary sectorsof education participated in the program through implementing the Edmodo collaborative platform. The Cognitive Apprenticeship model, as a model of effective training in STEM methodology, combined with the Jigsaw Collaborative Strategy was applied. The experimental process was conducted in the context of problem-based learning while quantitative analysis was applied for the collection of data. The results of the teachers’ evaluation indicated that their involvement in STEM content implemented in an electronically appropriately designed environment, could enhance literacy in STEM content epistemology and the collaborative skills of learners.
Prospective Physics Teachers’ Understanding of the Speed of Light within the Scope of Special Relativity
Authors: Taşkın Tuğba , Kandil İngeç Şebnem
Published: July 2024

This study employs the qualitative method to investigate the concept structures of prospective physics teachers regarding the speed of light. For data collection, 46 prospective physics teachers were asked to draw concept maps related to special relativity. A total of 77 propositions were found in the maps. Content analysis was used for data analysis. 4 themes and 14 sub-themes were found as a result of the analysis.  “The effect of the speed of light” theme had the highest number of propositions written by the prospective teachers. Some statements claiming the existence of speeds higher than the speed of light were found in “the property of the speed of light” theme. The findings can be interpreted as that students had difficulties with understanding the second postulate of special relativity.
Student ideas and misconceptions for the atom: A Latent Class Analysis with covariates
Authors: Zarkadis Nikolaos , Stamovlasis Dimitrios , Papageorgiou George
Published: July 2024

The current study investigates students’ fundamental ideas and misconceptions about ontological features of atoms identity and behaviour. These conceptions are being investigated across tasks with varying context. Participants were secondary education students in eighth, tenth and twelfth grades. Latent Class Analysis (LCA), a psychometric approach, was implemented to analyze a set of four tasks, in order to identify distinct mental models, which share specific sets of misconceptions. Furthermore, the detected mental models were associated with a number of external variables, such as the age, and the three cognitive variables: formal reasoning, field dependence-independence and divergent thinking. Results indicated that age and two cognitive variables under study had significant effects on students’ mental models. Implications for theory and practice are discussed.
Evaluation of Basic Physics Subject Matter Knowledge of Prospective Elementary Science Teachers
Authors: Çekbaş Yüksel , Kara İzzet
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this study is to find out prospective elementary science teachers’ base knowledge concerning their field. This research was applied at Education Faculty of Pamukkale University in the Department of Science Teaching. In this research, prospective teachers were given a achievement test in which there were 24 multiple-choice test and 24 open-ended questions. Data were analyzed by using Statistical Package for Social Studies (SPSS). At the end of this research it has been deduced that the knowledge of physics of the teacher candidates is not enough. It is seen that the level of inadequacy of their knowledge changed from class to class, level to level, but when applied to different genders, there was no difference.
Thoughts of Pupils at Primary School Level about the Practical Usage of Electricity as a Means and the Source of Energy
Authors: Özyurt Alev
Published: July 2024

This study was made to determine whether or not the primary school students` have the concept of “electricity” in their life and what they know about electricity. This page was focused on the students’ thoughts about the use of electricity. This application was completed in a village school. Although there was a grade difference between classes, the answers which all of the students gave were similar to each other. The students replied the questions because of the concepts which they learned and saw through their social life not their book knowledge’s. The interview was applied with students in a suitable class in their own school. The questions were discussed with students alternatively. The students were wanted to write down their own answers on papers by taking place on desks. Finally, when the students’ answers were appraised, it was observed that some students had very interesting ideas about the produce of electricity.
Investigating of Relationships between Attitudes towards Physics Laboratories, Motivation and Amotivation for the Class Engagement
Authors: Eryılmaz Ali , Yıldız İsmail , Akın Sedef
Published: July 2024

The aim of this study is to examine the relationships between high school students’ attitudes towards physics laboratories, their motivation and amotivation levels for the class engagement. The study was carried out on 114 male and 180 female (total 294) adolescents attending high schools and their age range is 14-17. The data of the study was collected by means of The Attitudes towards Physics Laboratories Scale and Motivation and Amotivation for the Class Engagement Scale. In the analysis of the data, simple regression analysis was used. According to the results of the analysis, it was observed that the students who have negative attitudes towards physics laboratory have lack of motivation for class engagement, and also the students who have positive attitudes towards physics laboratory have motivation for class engagement (R2=0.14; F=22.31, p<0.00). Findings were discussed in the context of the literature.
Teaching with Concept Mapping Instructional Strategy in Nigeria Secondary Schools
Authors: Akeju Oluyemi Omodeleola Simpson , Rotimi Okeowo Cornelius , Kenni Amoke Monisola
Published: July 2024

The research study investigated the effects of teaching with Concept Mapping instructional strategy on learning achievement in Nigeria Secondary Schools. The research study adopted the Quasi-Experimental Research design. The population comprised of a sample of 168 Senior Secondary School Class-two Physics students purposively selected from Senior Secondary Schools across Ekiti State, Nigeria. The Instrument used consisted in two parts: a) Motion Concept Map developed for the research study and; b) printed materials in the form of tutorial test items developed and used to elicit responses to the treatment. The research hypotheses tested were; there is no significant effect of treatment on students’ learning achievement; there is no significant effect of treatment on students’ retention; there is no significant effect of treatment on students’ learning attitude. The research study revealed that: Concept Mapping Instructional strategy contributed to learning achievement in physics; there is significant effect of treatment on students’ retention of learned materials; there is significant effect in students’ learning attitude. Result established that the instructional strategy when integrated with any method of instruction resulted in improved learning achievement.
Enhancing the Learning of Thermodynamics using Computer Assisted Instructions at Undergraduate Level
Authors: Kulkarni Vasudeo Digambar , Tambade Popat Savaleram
Published: July 2024

In this study, the effects of interactive multimedia package were investigated in classroom on students' conceptual understanding of heat and thermodynamics. Two groups – one control group and one experimental group of students at first year undergraduate level were studied to determine the role of computer animations in the development of functional understanding of the concepts of thermodynamics. For this purpose, interactive multimedia package on thermodynamics is developed. Thermodynamics Concept Test was administered to test students’ conceptual understanding. The difficulty index and discrimination index of the test are 0.402 and 0.31 respectively. The results of the study showed that the interactive method used for experimental group is helpful in students’ achievement in thermodynamics. The results of this study strongly support the fact that multimedia assisted instructions in cooperative group learning help students confront their cognitive constraints and foster a functional understanding of physics.
A Path Analytic Study: Effect of Affective Characteristics on Learning Outcomes
Authors: Kocakaya Serhat , Gönen Selahattin
Published: July 2024

Primary purpose of this study is to examine affective characteristics affecting the student’s achievement and influences of the relationships between these characteristics on the achievement with path analysis. With this purpose, students’ self efficacy perceptions and their attitudes towards physics and computer were taken in account as affective characteristics. Each of these characteristics is independent variables and their effects examining on the basis of learning approaches of Computer Aided Cooperative Learning (CACL) and Computer Aided 7E model (CA7E). As a result of these examinations, conducted with the path analysis; it has been determined that the affective characteristics such as attitudes towards the computer and physics courses and self-efficacy perceptions are not an effective factor on the students’ achievements considering both in the concept and physics course. Setting out from these findings, it has been concluded that the self-efficacy perception and attitude towards the physics course may not have that much big of an influence on achievement as it has been stated in literature.
The Impact of MOODLE-Supported Cooperative Learning Process on University Students’ Anxiety Levels towards Chemistry Laboratory and on Their Attitudes towards Chemistry
Authors: Tosun Cemal
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this study is to reveal the impact of MOODLE (Modular Object- Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment)-supported cooperative learning process on Elementary Science Teacher Education Program (ESTEP) undergraduate freshman students ‘anxiety levels towards chemistry laboratory and on their attitudes towards chemistry. Besides, students’ opinions on cooperation process are also worked on. The study was carried out on one group using both pre-and post-test experimental studies. The findings of the study were obtained through qualitative and quantitative approaches. The sample of the study was 46 first-year undergraduate students at a state university in Turkey taking General Chemistry Laboratory-I classes. The study was implemented during the autumn semester of the 2012-2013 academic years and for a period of 28 hours. The quantitative data were obtained using the “Chemistry Laboratory Anxiety Scale”, “Chemistry Course Attitude Scale” and “Cooperation Process Scale”. The qualitative data, on the other hand, were collected via “Questionnaire to Determine Student Opinions on MOODLE-supported Cooperation Groups”. Paired sample ttest was used for the pre-and post-test comparisons. One-sample t-test was used to analyze the data obtained from the cooperation process scale. Qualitative data were subjected to descriptive analysis and then given infrequency and percent tables. The findings of the study revealed that MOODLE-supported cooperative learning process had no impact in decreasing ESTEP students’ anxiety levels towards chemistry laboratory and on their attitudes towards chemistry. It is found that MOODLE- supported cooperative learning process has a positive impact on positive dependency, face-to-face supportive interaction, individual responsibility, small group skills and group process behaviors.
Teaching Basic Vector Concepts: A Worksheet for the Recovery of Students’ Vector Understanding
Authors: Wutchana Umporn , Bunrangsri Karnpitcha , Emarat Narumon
Published: July 2024

The investigation of high-school students’ qualitative understanding of graphical vector addition in one and two dimensions has revealed that students did not grasp the important basic concepts about vectors. Based on their misunderstanding, we had designed a worksheet in order to help them learn such topics in class more effectively. The content in the worksheet includes vector directions, magnitude, addition and subtraction. A 2-page worksheet was constructed and distributed to 3 classes of high-school students in a large public school (n=103). Students took approximately 30-40 minutes to complete the worksheet. A seven-item diagnostic quiz was applied as a pre/post-test in order to evaluate the effectiveness of the worksheet. Using paired-sample t-test, results from the diagnostic quiz showed that the students’ average post-test scores for all classes were significantly higher than their average pre-test scores (p<0.000). In addition, the class average normalized gains ranged from 0.69-0.76 which was considered as high gains that might be rarely reached by conducting classes even with active learning activities.
Analysis of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination Chemistry Questions according to Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy
Authors: Upahi Johnson Enero , Israel David Oluwadamilare , Olorundare Adekunle Solomon
Published: July 2024

The current reform in science education across the world is a deliberate effort to develop students’ higher order cognitive skills (HOCS) through question asking, critical thinking, and problem solving. One of the ways to achieve this goal is to improve on the quality of questions asked in examinations. Therefore, this study analyzes chemistry questions asked in examinations conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC). 328 Chemistry questions for a period of 5 years were analyzed using the framework of Bloom’s revised taxonomy that reflects dual perspective on learning and cognition. It was found that 80% of the questions merely measured students’ lower order cognitive skills (LOCS), while 49.4% and 19.5% of the questions measured conceptual and procedural knowledge respectively. The results further revealed that none of the questions require students to employ metacognitive knowledge. It is concluded that the questions place much emphasis on LOCS, than on HOCS.
Prelingual Deafness and the Manualist/Oralist Controversy in the Dutch Republic
Authors: Kaminska Barbara
Published: July 2024

This essay discusses the life and career of the prelingually deaf painter Jan Jansz. de Stomme (1615-1658) in the context of early modern debates on deafness, oral speech, and gestural communication. A son of a Franeker burgomaster, Jan moved to Groningen in 1643, where he became known for his portraits of Frisian aristocracy, got married twice, and lived in wealth in a prestigious neighbourhood. The theologian Samuel Maresius and scholar Anton Deusing described Jan’s devout attendance of services in the Reformed Church, which defended his right to participate in Holy Communion. A similar account was given in a family chronicle written by Jan’s grandnephew, who further specified that Jan joined the church as a communicant member expressing his understanding of the doctrine through gestures. By examining these various sources, I argue that church membership played an important role in bolstering Jan’s social status and undermining the alleged intellectual and mental inferiority of prelingually deaf people. I further show that despite the belief that oral speech was a sign of intelligence necessary to perform functions deemed normative, Jan established a successful career communicating only through gestures.
"Protecting digital assets: cybersecurity imperatives for uzbekistan’s crypto exchange ecosystem "
Authors: Gulyamov Said ,   Tashkent State University of Law, Rustambekov Islambek ,   Tashkent State University of Law
Published: July 2024

Analyzing the complex cybersecurity landscape of Uzbekistan’s crypto exchanges, the article emphasizes the importance of developing and implementing cybersecurity policies and regulatory frameworks. The article identifies the most pressing and evolving digital threats and evaluates the effectiveness of advanced mitigation measures. Furthermore, it explores the transformative potential of innovative legal and technological tools, such as blockchain-based identity verification, zero-knowledge proofs, and secure multi-party computation. The article provides an in-depth analysis of the current legislation governing cybersecurity practices within Uzbekistan’s crypto ecosystem and offers insights into future development prospects. To provide a comprehensive analysis of the cybersecurity situation in the cryptocurrency exchange industry, an extensive review of academic publications, industry reports and official documents related to cybersecurity in the cryptocurrency market is used. In addition, the article includes case studies of known cybersecurity incidents related to cryptocurrency exchanges. By analyzing real-life examples, the researchers aim to provide a more detailed understanding of the cybersecurity challenges faced by cryptocurrency exchanges and the effectiveness of various mitigation measures. Ultimately, the article presents practical recommendations for creating a secure, trustworthy, and innovation-driven environment for cryptocurrency users in Uzbekistan.
Smart Home User Profiles
Authors: Замятин Н. В. , Смирнов Г. В.
Published: July 2024

сформулированы проблемы умного дома, решение которых заключается в том числе в эффективном профилировании. Кратко рассмотрены платформы для умного дома пользователей. Определены профили классов пользователей с учетом их предпочтений и конфликтов предпочтений пользователей, способы их разрешения. Представлен менеджер профилей с примером программы на XML. Приведен нейросетевой алгоритм определения активности пользователей. Показана методика реализации профилей пользователей умного дома.

this study presents some issues of smart home technology and proposes a solution based on user profiles. The paper includes a brief review of smart home platforms. We identified user categories and profiles, their preferences, possible conflicts, and resolutions. We also present a Profile Manager software implemented in XML, and a neural network-based algorithm to track the user activity.
Additive Technologies: Current Status and Challenges
Authors: Гавриленко Т. В. , Горбунов Д. В. , Востров В. А.
Published: July 2024

аддитивные технологии прочно вошли в современное информационное пространство. Значительному количеству людей понятны принципы функционирования данной технологии благодаря тому, что во многих учебных заведениях установлены несложные аддитивные системы (3D-принтеры), а простейшие приборы — 3D-ручки получили широкое распространение среди детей. Популяризаторы науки и техники информируют общество о безграничных перспективах аддитивных технологий и переходе на новый технологический уровень. Однако отрасль аддитивных технологий пока не демонстрирует удовлетворительных темпов развития. В настоящее время технология, имеющая огромный потенциал, не получает должного импульса для массового внедрения. Одной из причин такого состояния данной отрасли является отсутствие механизмов защиты интеллектуальной собственности 3D-моделей для печати.

additive technologies firmly occupy the modern information space. Many people understand the principles of this technology because educational institutions widely use simple devices like 3D pens, making the technology accessible even to children. Science and technology communicators inform society about the vast potential and transformative prospects of additive technologies. However, the additive technology industry has not yet shown a satisfactory pace of development. Currently, the technology, despite its immense potential, does not receive the proper impetus for mass adoption. One major reason for this stagnation is the absence of effective tools to protect the intellectual property of 3D printing models.
HUBUNGAN ASUPAN PROTEIN, ZAT BESI DAN ASAM FOLAT DENGAN KEJADIAN ANEMIA PADA CALON PENGANTIN WANITA DI WILAYAH KANTOR URUSAN AGAMA (KUA) KECAMATAN PURWAKARTA
Authors: Nuraeni Rifa Fitria , Herutomo Tomi , Rahman Listhia Hardiati
Published: July 2024

Latar Belakang : Anemia merupakan salah satu masalah gizi di Indonesia dan masih menjadi masalah kesehatan masyarakat. Anemia disebabkan oleh kekurangan zat gizi baik karena kekurangan konsumsi atau gangguan absorbsi. Kelompok rawan masalah gizi salah satunya adalah pengantin wanita karena merupakan kelompok wanita yang akan mempersiapkan kehamilan.
Tujuan : Mengetahui hubungan asupan protein, zat besi dan asam folat dengan kejadian anemia pada calon pengantin wanita.
Metode : Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan desain potong lintang (cross sectional). Subjek penelitian seluruh calon pengantin wanita di Kantor Urusan Agama (KUA) Kecamatan Purwakarta pada bulan Oktober-November 2022. Besar sampel sebanyak 79 subjek, menggunakan metode non probability dengan consecutive sampling dan menggunakan analisis chi-square. Pengumpulan data konsumsi makan menggunakan formulir Food Recall 3x24 jam.
Hasil : Karakteristik subjek berdasarkan usia sebagian besar berusia 21 tahun yaitu sebanyak 21 subjek (26,6%). Pendidikan sebagian besar dengan pendidikan tingkat tinggi terdapat sebanyak 66 subjek (83,5%). Pekerjaan sebagian besar yaitu tidak bekerja terdapat sebanyak 43 subjek (54,4%). Jumlah subjek yang mengalami anemia sebanyak 44 subjek (55,7%). Terdapat hubungan asupan protein dengan kejadian anemia (p =0,011), terdapat hubungan asupan zat besi dengan kejadian anemia (p =0,008), dan tidak terdapat hubungan asupan asam folat dengan kejadian anemia (p =1,000).
Kesimpulan : Terdapat hubungan asupan protein dan zat besi dengan kejadian anemia dan tidak terdapat hubungan asupan asam folat dengan kejadian anemia pada calon pengantin wanita di KUA Kecamatan Purwakarta.
UJI DAYA HAMBAT MASKER GEL PEEL OFF KOMBINASI EKSTRAK DAUN SIRIH CINA (Paperomia pellucida) DAN EKSTRAK LIDAH BUAYA (Aloe vera) TERHADAP BAKTERI Staphylococcus aureus DENGAN METODE DIFUSI SUMURAN
Authors: Andriani Susi , Puspariki Jenta , Putriningtias Siti Sriwahyu
Published: July 2024

Latar belakang: Jerawat dapat dipicu salah satunya oleh bakteri Staphylococcus aureus. Hasil skrining fitokimia sirih cina (Peperomia pellucida) mengandung flavonoid, alkaloid, saponin dan terpenoid yang bisa menghambat pertumbuhan bakteri penyebab jerawat. Lidah buaya (Aloe vera) mengandung asam salisilat dan antiseptik yang dapat mencegah timbulnya jerawat dan mengobati iritasi. Mengingat kandungan sirih cina dan lidah buaya yang baik mengatasi jerawat dan masih minimnya sediaan kosmetik antijerawat dari bahan alam dalam bentuk masker gel peel off maka kedua bahan tersebut dibuat sediaan masker gel peel off  dan dilakukan uji daya hambat terhadap Staphylococcus aureus.
Tujuan Penelitian: Mengetahui daya hambat sediaan masker gel peel off kombinasi ekstrak sirih cina dan lidah buaya pada bakteri Staphylococcus aureus.
Metode: Penelitian ini menggunakan metode tindakan (action research) yaitu merencanakan pengujian sediaan masker gel peel off ekstrak sirih cina dan lidah buaya melalui studi literatur, melakukan uji daya hambat dengan metode difusi sumuran, mengamati daya hambat masker gel peel off pada bakteri Staphylococcus aureus, dan menganalisis hasil uji daya hambat.
Hasil: Rata-rata hasil uji daya hambat masker gel peel off dengan konsentrasi ekstrak 30% adalah 1,63 mm, konsentrasi 40% adalah 1,13 mm, konsentrasi 50% adalah 1,4 mm, konsentrasi 60% adalah 2,4 mm, kontrol – adalah 0 mm dan kontrol + adalah 2,7 mm.
Simpulan: Hasil uji daya hambat menunjukkan bahwa pada masker gel peel off sirih cina dengan lidah buaya dengan konsentrasi 30%, 40%, 50%, dan 60% memiliki daya hambat terhadap Staphylococcus aureus meskipun kategorinya lemah.
CUIDANDO ALÉM DA PRESCRIÇÃO: O FARMACÊUTICO NA PROMOÇÃO DA QUALIDADE DE VIDA DE MULHERES COM CÂNCER DE MAMA
Authors: Araújo Jessika Silva Pinheiro de , Senna Junior Vicente Antonio de , Santos Jéssica Ezidoro dos , Silva Daniel Rosa da , Silva Douglas Batista da , Andrade Leonardo Guimarães de , Gomes Daniela Marcondes
Published: July 2024

O câncer de mama é uma das neoplasias mais comuns entre as mulheres em todo o mundo, e seu tratamento muitas vezes envolve terapias farmacológicas complexas. Nesse contexto, o papel do farmacêutico vai além da simples dispensação de medicamentos, desempenhando um papel fundamental na promoção da qualidade de vida das pacientes. Este artigo tem como objetivo discutir a importância do farmacêutico na assistência integral às mulheres em tratamento de câncer de mama, abordando suas atividades no monitoramento da terapia, na educação do paciente e na prevenção e gerenciamento de efeitos adversos. Foi realizada uma revisão da literatura, com artigos do ano de 2017 ao ano de 2024. Concluiu-se que, o farmacêutico, integrando a equipe multidisciplinar, reduz erros de medicação e monitora eventos adversos, garantindo a segurança do paciente. Além disso, sua participação em decisões clínicas e a promoção de uma relação de confiança com o paciente melhoram a adesão ao tratamento e a qualidade de vida. Portanto, a atuação do farmacêutico é vital para um cuidado integral no tratamento oncológico.
A GESTÃO FINANCEIRA EM UM CENTROS DE REFERÊNCIA DE ASSISTÊNCIA SOCIAL - CRAS E O IMPACTO NO ATENDIMENTO - UMA PERCEPÇÃO DOS AGENTES PÚBLICOS E DOS USUÁRIOS
Authors: Romão Adriano Alves
Published: July 2024

O objetivo deste estudo foi investigar como a administração dos recursos financeiros influencia a qualidade dos serviços oferecidos pelo CRAS em um bairro de Fortaleza, CE. Para isso, foi adotada uma abordagem qualitativa, com coleta de dados por meio de entrevistas semiestruturadas realizadas com 70 usuários e 17 profissionais do CRAS, selecionados por amostragem não probabilística. As entrevistas foram transcritas e submetidas a uma análise de conteúdo, buscando identificar padrões e temas recorrentes. Os resultados revelaram que a gestão financeira eficaz é essencial para a manutenção da qualidade dos serviços oferecidos. Os usuários destacaram a importância de um atendimento eficiente e acolhedor, apontando a estrutura física e a acessibilidade como áreas que necessitam de melhorias. Os profissionais, por sua vez, enfatizaram os desafios na alocação de recursos e na necessidade de otimizar o uso dos fundos públicos. A discussão dos resultados mostrou que, apesar das dificuldades financeiras, o CRAS tem desempenhado um papel crucial no apoio às comunidades vulneráveis, mas há uma necessidade contínua de melhorias para garantir a eficácia e a qualidade dos serviços. A conclusão do estudo aponta para a importância de estratégias de gestão financeira que promovam a transparência e a eficiência, assegurando que os recursos sejam utilizados de maneira a maximizar o impacto positivo na comunidade. A pesquisa destaca também a necessidade de investimentos contínuos na infraestrutura do CRAS e na capacitação dos profissionais, visando aprimorar o atendimento e garantir que os serviços prestados sejam adequados às necessidades dos usuários.
POLÍTICAS EDUCACIONAIS E DESIGUALDADES SOCIAIS NA AMAZÔNIA: UM ESTUDO COMPARATIVO
Authors: Santos Adriane de Oliveira
Published: July 2024

O presente artigo propõe um estudo comparativo acerca das políticas educacionais e das desigualdades sociais na região Amazônica, visando identificar e analisar os impactos dessas políticas na redução das disparidades educacionais entre diferentes comunidades amazônicas. Utilizando uma metodologia de revisão bibliográfica, foram examinados artigos, livros e relatórios governamentais publicados nos últimos vinte anos que discutem a eficácia das políticas educacionais implementadas na Amazônia. Este estudo adota uma abordagem qualitativa para melhor entender os contextos socioculturais e econômicos que influenciam a educação na região. A análise dos dados coletados revela uma persistente desigualdade no acesso e na qualidade da educação oferecida, apontando para a necessidade de políticas mais robustas e especificamente adaptadas às realidades locais. A pesquisa evidencia que, apesar de alguns avanços, as políticas educacionais ainda são insuficientes para superar os desafios estruturais e socioeconômicos enfrentados pelas populações locais. Como conclusão, o estudo sugere a implementação de estratégias educacionais mais inclusivas e contextualizadas, que considerem as particularidades culturais e geográficas da Amazônia. Isso inclui a formação de educadores locais, o desenvolvimento de conteúdos programáticos que valorizem o conhecimento indígena e o investimento contínuo em infraestrutura educacional. Por fim, esse estudo visa, contribuir para a formulação de políticas públicas mais eficazes e equitativas, promovendo a justiça social e o desenvolvimento sustentável na região.