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Patologiczna Wielka Piątka: próba zbudowania pomostu pomiędzy psychiatryczną klasyfikacją zaburzeń a cechowym modelem osobowości zdrowej
Authors: Strus Włodzimierz , Rowiński Tomasz , Cieciuch Jan , Kowalska-Dąbrowska Monika , Czuma Iwona , Żechowski Cezary
Published: February 2018

The fifth edition of the DSM diagnostic manual has presented a hybrid system of personality disorder diagnosis, which integrates categorical and dimensional approach to diagnosis, building a kind of bridge between psychiatric classifications of disorders and psychological research on the structure of normal personality. The key element of this system is a new dimensional model of pathological personality traits. This article presents the results of the empirical verification of this model in Poland. The participants in the study were 754 individuals from the nonclinical population, aged 16–86 (M = 36.45, SD = 16.65), including 52% women. Normal personality traits were measured by means of the Revised NEO Personality Inventory (NEO-PI-R), and pathological personality traits – by means of the Personality Inventory for DSM-5 (PID-5); the risk of personality disorders was determined on the basis of SCID-II (Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-IV Axis II) questionnaire scores. The obtained results proved to be consistent with the expectations: (1) on the level of the five broad traits, the pathological DSM-5 model strongly corresponds to the Five-Factor Model of normal personality; (2) the DSM-5 model predicts the categories of disorders better than the Five-Factor Model does.
Kompetensi Pedagogik Guru Pendidikan Agama Islam Sekolah Menengah Atas
Authors: Zulvah Irvina
Published: February 2018

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui realitas upaya guru Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI) dalam meningkatkan kompetensi pedagogik di sekolah menengah atas (SMA) se-Kecamatan Bringin, Kabupaten pada tahun 2012, termasuk: (1) Untuk menentukan kompetensi pedagogik guru PAI, (2) Untuk mengetahui upaya guru PAI dalam meningkatkan kompetensi pedagogik, (3) Untuk mengetahui pelaksanaan kompetensi pedagogic guru PAI se-Kecamatam Bringin. Penilaian dilakukan penelitian kualitatif, informan terdiri dari guru PAI dan kepala sekolah. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif dengan metode kualitatif. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah (1) kompetensi pedagogik guru PAI SMA se-Kecamatan Bringin Semarang 2012 tergolong baik, terbukti dari latar belakang pendidikan guru yang linier dengan pelajaran yang diampu, pemahaman terhadap kompetensi pedagogik yang baik, persiapan alat pembelajaran dan manajemen pembelajaran yang sesuai dengan ketentuan (2) upaya untuk meningkatkan kompetensi pedagogik adalah dengan memperbanyak referensi mengenai kompetensi pedagogik PAI, menghadiri berbagai seminar, lokakarya, pelatihan, dan mengikuti Musyawarah Guru Mata Pelajaran (MGMP). Pihak sekolah juga melakukan upaya melalui evaluasi belajar, memeriksa pembelajaran, supervisi kelas, dan mendorong guru untuk menghadiri seminar pendidikan (3) Pelaksanaan pedagogik pembelajaran pendidikan Islam akan menentukan kualitas pembelajaran itu sendiri, dengan guru yang memiliki kompetensi pedagogik, manajemen pembelajaran akan berjalan lancar. This study aims to determine the reality of the efforts of teachers of Islamic religious education (PAI) in improving pedagogic competence at senior high school (SMA) throughout Bringin Semarang regency in 2012, including: (1) To determine the pedagogical competence of PAI teachers, (2) To know the efforts of PAI teacher in improving pedagogical competence, (3) To know the implementation of pedagogical competence in PAI. The assessment was conducted qualitative research to informants, both PAI teacher and the headmaster. This study uses a descriptive qualitative procedure. The conclusions are (1) pedagogical competence of PAI teachers at SMA 1 Bringin Semarang Regency 2012 is good, proven by the teachers’ linear education background with teaching load, understanding towards good pedagogic, the preparation of learning tools and management in accordance with the provisions (2) efforts to improve pedagogical competence are by reading various reference regarding it, attending seminars, workshops, trainings, and following deliberation subject teachers (MGMP), the school authorities make efforts through the evaluation of learning, classroom supervision, and creating opportunities for teachers to attend educational seminars (3) Implementation of pedagogic on learning Islamic education will determine the quality of learning itself. With teachers who have pedagogic competence, learning management will go smoothly. Kata kunci: kompetensi pedagogik, guru PAI, SMA
Implementasi Kurikulum dan Strategi Pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam pada PAUD
Authors: Fa Zul
Published: February 2018

Kurikulum merupakan bagian integral dari pendidikan. Kurikulum juga merupakan media untuk menumbuhkan nilai-nilai agama pada anak-anak, terutama di bidang pendidikan anak usia dini (usia 0-6 tahun). Fokus utama dari penelitian ini adalah beberapa Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini (PAUD) di Kota Salatiga dan Kabupaten Semarang. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memperoleh suatu tujuan, faktual, akurat dan sistematis proses pelaksanaan kurikulum pendidikan Islam dan strategi yang diterapkan pada objek penelitian. Data dikumpulkan dengan beberapa metode yaitu observasi, dokumentasi dan wawancara. Kemudian data yang dikumpulkan dianalisis dengan menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif kualitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan pelaksanaan kurikulum pendidikan agama Islam di PAUD di Salatiga dan kabupaten Semarang sudah mengacu pada standar di Permendiknas Nomor 58 tahun 2009. Beberapa dari mereka belum mengacu patokan dasar pemerintah. Mereka juga melakukan pengembangan yang sesuai dengan karakteristik masing-masing lembaga. Bahan pendidikan agama Islam yang diberikan cocok dengan tahap perkembangan peserta didik. Materi tersebut disampaikan melalui bercerita, bercakap-cakap, tugas, Iqro ', simulasi dan praktek. Curriculum is an integral part of education. The curriculum is also a medium to cultivate of religious values in children,especially in early childhood education (ages 0-6 years). The main focus of this study is some early childhood education in Salatiga and Semarang district. This study is aimed to gain an objective, factual, accurate and systematic of curriculum implementation process of Islamic education and its strategies that applied in the research object. The data is collected by several methods namely, observation, documentation and interviews. Then the gathered data were analyzed using descriptive qualitative approach. The results indicate the implementation of Islamic religious education curriculum in early childhood education in Salatiga and Semarang districts already refers to the standards in Permendiknas No. 58 of 2009. Some of them have not referring to the government's basic benchmark. They also undertake the development which is appropriate with the characteristics of each institution. The materials of Islamic religious education is given suited with stage of learners’ development. It is delivered by storytelling, chatting, assignments, Iqro ', simulation and practice. Kata kunci: implementasi, kurikulum pendidikan Islam, strategi
Upaya Guru dan Kepala Madrasah dalam Meningkatkan Daya Saing Madrasah
Authors: Umayah Siti
Published: February 2018

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui strategi guru Sekolah Islam dan kepala sekolah untuk meningkatkan daya saing sekolah dan untuk menganalisis objektivitas strategi menuju sekolah berdaya saing. Peneliti menggunakan metode eksploratif deskriptif dalam melakukan penelitian ini dengan melakukan observasi dan wawancara. Objek penelitian ini adalah dua pesantren yang dipilih secara purposive; yaitu MTs N Ngablak dan MTs Ma'arif 3 Grabag Magelang. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa ada tujuh strategi yang digunakan oleh kepala sekolah Islam untuk meningkatkan daya saing sekolah. Tujuh strategi tersebut adalah efektifitas peran komite sekolah Islam, restrukturisasi organisasi  sekolah, pengembangan kurikulum pendidikan (KTSP), meningkatkan profesi, sarana dan prasarana pendidik, melaksanakan berbagai program pembelajaran, dan memberikan jam tambahan untuk les pelajaran. Sementara itu, akurasi objektivitas strategi untuk meningkatkan daya saing menunjukkan enam sumber yang memiliki daya dukung tinggi yang telah terbukti berhasil yaitu upaya meningkatkan profesionalisme guru dan karyawan, meningkatkan manajemen dan administrasi sekolah dengan kerja tim, kepemimpinan yang kuat dan visioner serta tim yang solid, ketersediaan sumber belajar, meningkatkan pelaksanaan kurikulum, peningkatan ketersediaan dan infrastruktur pemeliharaan sekolah dan meningkatkan akuntabilitas sekolah. This study is intended to find out the Islamic School’s teachers and headmasters strategies to improve school competitiveness and to analyze the objectivity of the strategies toward schools’ competitiveness. The researcher used Descriptive explorative methods in conducting this research by doing observation and interview. The objects of this research are two Islamic School chosen purposively; they are MTs N Ngablak and MTs Ma’arif 3 Grabag, Magelang. The result of this research shows that there are seven strategies used by Islamic Schools’ headmaster to improve schools’ competitiveness. They are effectiveness of Islamic School committee role, restructuring school organization, developing the education curriculum (KTSP), improving the educators’ profession, meeting of facilities and infrastructure, implementing various learning programs, and giving extra hour for tutoring lessons. Meanwhile, the accuracy of objectivity of strategies to improve competitiveness shows six resources which has a high carrying capacity that has been successfully proven, they are; continuously effort of improving teachers and employees professionalism, improving management and school’s administration with a strong and visionary leadership team work and solid, the availability of learning resources, enhancing the implementation of successful curriculum, availability improvement and maintenance school’s infrastructures and improving schools’ accountability. Kata kunci: guru, kepala sekolah islam, daya saing
Strengthening Islamic character through Mathematics learning
Authors: Istiqlal Muhammad , Jumadi Jumadi
Published: February 2018

The concept of mathematics learning which is integrated with Islamic character education is still limited; this is one of logical reasons why this research is conducted. The basic motivation of carrying out this research is to describe a concept of mathematics learning which is contextualized with Islamic character education. This research aims at describing concept of mathematics learning which is integrated with Islamic character education. This research uses a qualitative approach by emphasizing its analysis on the comparative inference process as well as on phenomena relationship dynamics observed by using scientific logic. Qualitative research is an approach that produces descriptive data in the form of written words from observed people that are not written in terms used in quantitative research. Research method used in this study is case study in which the researcher is trying to find out how the process of strengthening Islamic character through mathematics learning. This research was carried out at MA Nurul Ummah Kotagede Yogyakarta which has innovatively implemented mathematics learning using various methods through interactive learning multimedia which is integrated with strengthening Islamic character. Research finding showed that strengthening Islamic character through mathematics learning at MA Nurul Ummah is integrated into several aspects, namely learning methods, learning materials, and all aspect directly related to learning process in the classroom including putting statement of honesty on the answer sheet and giving reward and punishment to students.
A Review of Mobile Applications for Facilitating EMDR Treatment of Complex Trauma and Its Comorbidities
Authors: Marotta-Walters Sylvia A. , Jain Kshipra , DiNardo Jeffrey , Kaur Paramjit , Kaligounder Shobila
Published: February 2018

With the continued advancement in technology, there is a rise in the development and utilization of mobile health applications (mHealth apps) that claim to be using eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) theory and techniques to facilitate the therapeutic process. However, there are concerns regarding the quality of these apps and the safety of clients who may be using them, particularly for those who may present with complex posttraumatic conditions and associated comorbidities. Hence, this study evaluates current EMDR apps to determine their purpose, potential benefits, and risks when used by clients and/or clinicians. Twelve apps were found to be eligible for evaluation and are rated on applicability, validity, accuracy, and usefulness. Currently, our review concludes that none of the EMDR apps are recommended for use by a client. Only 6 of the 12 apps would be recommended for use by a trained clinician as a tool to aid with EMDR treatment, provided the clinician were able to offer a safe environment that could adapt to the selected technology. Risks of using EMDR apps include safety concerns with unregulated use, particularly for clients with complex posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and comorbid conditions, such as dysregulated emotions or cognitions, and concerns regarding cyber security and data privacy. Clinical implications for the use of technology and mHealth apps are discussed, and recommendations for the development of an ideal EMDR app for the future are provided.
OPTIMALISASI PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM DI SEKOLAH
Authors: Manizar Elly
Published: February 2018

Kemajuan suatu bangsa hanya dapat dicapai melalui penataan pendidikan yang baik. Upaya peningkatan mutu pendidikan itu diharapkan dapat menaikkan harkat dan martabat manusia Indonesia, termasuk penataan pendidikan agama Islam. Tulisan ini dibuat dengan tujuan untuk mengkaji permasalahan pendidikan Agama Islam di sekolah dan mencoba memberikan solusi dalam mengoptimalisasikan pendidikan agama islam di Sekolah. Peningkatan mutu (kualitas) berarti penambahan pengetahuan, pembinaan skil, dan pengembangan keterampilan tentang pelaksanaan tugas mengajar sebagai guru. Dalam konteks zaman yang terus berubah, maka peningkatan kualitas menjadi suatu keniscayaan. Adapun yang layaknya diterapkan guna mencapai pengajaran dan kualias guru bidang pendidikan agama islam yang prima dilakukan langkah berikut : (1) Adanya kesetaraan sejawat di sekolah, (2) Sarana penunjang kegiatan, (3) Dukungan pihak terkait, (4) Menerapkan pengitegrasian Pendidikan Agama Islam, (5) Melakukan Evaluasi.
PENERAPAN POLA ASUH TERHADAP SANTRI DI PONDOK PESANTREN AL-AMALUL KHAIR PALEMBANG
Authors: Ali Kemas Mas'ud , Imtihana Aida , Ismail Fajri , Zaini Herman
Published: February 2018

Pola asuh yang diterapkan di asrama cenderung bersifat otoriter atau berpusat pada satu figur saja. Melalui gaya pembinaaan yang seperti ini diharapkan santri akan patuh dan berkembang kearah yang diharapkan oleh pondok pesantren. Gaya pengasuhan yang otoriter berpengaruh terhadap kondisi santri yang tinggal di pondok pesantren bila dibandingkan dengan pola asuh yang lainnya seperti permisif dan demokratis. Pengaruh yang menonjol salah satunya terhadap kedisiplinan santri. Oleh sebab itu, Pembina harus membiasakan santri untuk mengikuti serangkaian kegiatan pondok pesantren dan menaati peraturan yang berlaku. Strategi untuk mencapai tujuan mendisiplinkan santri  antara lain melalui keteladanan pengasuhnya melalui nasehat-nasehat, bimbingan dan  ta’zir (hukuman). Oleh karena itu, sangat menarik untuk mengambil penelitian tentang pola pengasuhan anak yang diselenggarakan di Pondok Pesantren Al-Amalul Khair Palembang.Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian lapangan. Data yang dikumpulkan meliputi data primer dan data sekunder. Data primer dikumpulkan melalui survey dengan mewawancarai sejumlah responden yang terpilih, yaitu pengasuh pondok pesantren, santri dan pengusaha yang berada di sekeliling pondok pesantren. Sedangkan pengumpulan data sekunder dilakukan pada penduduk di sekitarnya, tokoh masyarakat dan Ketua RT setempat. Analisis data dimulai dengan tabulasi data dilanjutkan dengan tabulasi silang dan analisis deskriptif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Pesantren menerapkan aturan yang harus ditaati oleh setiap santri, apabila terjadi pelanggaran, santri akan mendapatkan hukuman dari riang sampai ke berat, seperti membersihkan pekarangan di sekitar Pesantren, dipukul pada bagian telapak kaki, dan dijemur dalam waktu tertentu. Disiplin dilakukan melihat situasi dan kondisi, adakala diperketat dan di hari lain diperlonggar. Kiyai selalu dijadikan figur bagi santri. Oleh karena itu, mereka sering mengadakan berkomunikasi dengan Kiyai, sedangkan Kiyai merespon semua keluhan santri. Di samping itu, Kiyai selalu memberikan wejangan kepada santri. Kiyai selalu memberikan kebebasan kepada para santri untuk menumbuhkem-bangkan bakat mereka, jika mereka mendapatkan prestasi akan diberi penghargaan/apresiasi oleh Kiyai. Kiyai selalu membangkitkan semangat para santri agar tidak terlalu bergantung kepada seseorang dan menekankan agar santri dapat hidup mandiri.
Rede Nordeste de Biotecnologia (RENORBIO): um panorama atual do programa
Authors: Medeiros Mário Luan Silva de , Rondon Josimara Nolasco
Published: February 2018

O estudo teve como objetivo elucidar o panorama evolutivo da Rede Nordeste de Biotecnologia (RENORBIO), desde a sua criação em 2006 até o período de 2015. Para tanto, utilizou-se como metodologia a pesquisa quantitativa e os métodos investigativo exploratório e descritivo. O estudo mostrou que a RENORBIO é composta por 35 instituições de ensino e pesquisa, por mais de 172 docentes/pesquisadores, já formou 361 doutores e possui mais de 140 depósitos de patentes.
O conhecimento etnográfico dos Tremembé da Barra do Mundaú, Ceará
Authors: Pinto André Luís Aires , Matos Maria Jardenes , Moura Rufino Maria do Socorro
Published: February 2018

A pesquisa empenhou-se em compreender o conhecimento tradicional dos Tremembé da Barra do Mundaú acerca das frutas nativas de seu território e em oferecer uma contribuição para a etnobotânica dos indígenas do Nordeste. Elegeu-se a metodologia etnográfica, com abordagem qualitativa. Os povos indígenas, à proporção que defendem a diversidade cultural, preservam os recursos naturais e os conhecimentos a eles associados.
Necessidade de confiança na jurisdição constitucional para efetivação do direito à saúde
Authors: Martini Sandra Regina , Chaves André Santos
Published: February 2018

A judicialização da política em saúde trouxe o debate, no seio do sistema jurídico, a respeito da efetivação do direito à saúde previsto na Constituição. Como fazer que uma decisão judicial seja compreendida como um direito e como um valor pelo sistema do direito e pelo sistema da política, respectivamente, será compreender que essa decisão judicial precisa ser proferida pelo Supremo Tribunal Federal como organização centralizadora ou de centro do sistema do direito, e essa compreensão será dada por meio do instituto da repercussão geral como mudança da estrutura do sistema do direito para garantir aquisição evolutiva do sistema jurídico.
Correlation between reactive oxygen species and oral conditions in elderly individuals with hypertension: a preliminary study
Authors: Nur'aeny Nanan , Hidayat Wahyu , Wahyuni Indah Suasani
Published: February 2018

Background: The increased number of elderly people in Indonesia can be a positive phenomenon if their health is well-preserved. The elderly are influenced by physiological changes, environmental factors, and personal habits making them susceptible to chronic diseases. The oral cavity is also subject to change, one of the causes being reduced salivary flow that is manifested in dental caries and other oral health concerns. This disease is stimulated by oxidative stress in the body due to an imbalance between reactive oxygen species (ROS) and the antioxidant defense system. Purpose: This preliminary study aimed to investigate ROS-related hypertension and the state of oral health of elderly patients. Methods: The study constitutes a combination of cross-sectional observation and consecutive sampling. Twelve subjects, selected on the basis of inclusive and exclusive criteria, consisted of two males and ten females. Physical examinations and blood sampling were performed on all subjects. R version 3.4.1 for Windows operating system was used to perform statistical tests. Results: The 12 patients shared a history of hypertension, the lowest ROS level was 0.87 IU/ml, while the highest was one of 7.20 IU/ml. The correlation between ROS and oral conditions showed only ROS and tooth loss as having a significant positive correlation. An independent t test showed there to be a mean difference between ROS with Miyazaki index 1 and 2 but it was statistically insignificant. Conclusion: There was no correlation between the ROS level in the bloodstream and general oral health, except in the relationship between the ROS level in the bloodstream and tooth loss which had a positive correlation.
RANKL expressions in preservation of surgical tooh extraction treated with Moringa (Moringa oleifera) leaf extract and demineralized freeze-dried bovine bone xenograft
Authors: Soekobagiono S. , Alfiandy Adrian , Dahlan Agus
Published: February 2018

Background: Preservation of sockets is a procedure aimed to reduce bone resorption after tooth extraction. One of the most commonly used xenograft materials is demineralized freeze-dried bone bovine xenograft (DFDBBX). Meanwhile, one of the key regulations in osteoclast genesis process is RANKL bond. A decrease in the number of RANKL expressions can suppress the osteoclast genesis process so that bone resorption can be prevented. The combination of Moringa leaf extract and DFDBBX, as a result, is expected to decrease the number of RANKL. Purpose: This study aimed to measure RANKL expressions in tooth extraction socket treated with Moringa leaf extract combined with DFDBBX. Methods: Fifty six Cavia cobaya rats were divided into eight groups. The first group was a control group with PEG administration onto their extraction sockets. The second group was a treatment group with DFDBBX administration. The third group was a treatment group with Moringa leaf extract administration. The fourth group was a treatment group induced with a combination of DFDBBX and Moringa leaf extract. Examination then was performed on days 7 and 30. After 7 and 30 days, those Cavia cobaya rats were executed and tested with immunohistochemical techniques. Further research data collected then were tested with one-way ANOVA. Results: There were significant differences between the control group and the groups induced with the combination of Moringa leaf extract and DFDBBX. On days 7 and 30, the groups induced with the combination of Moringa leaf extract and DFDBBX had the lowest number of RANKL expressions. Conclusion: The combination of Moringa leaf extract and DFDBBX can decrease the number of RANKL expressions in Cavia cobaya rats on the day 7 and day 30 after tooth extraction.
Potency of Garcinia mangostana L peel extract combined with demineralized freeze-dried bovine bone xenograft on IL-1β expression, osteoblasts, and osteoclasts in alveolar bone
Authors: Azhar Imam Safari , Kresnoadi Utari , Rahayu Retno Pudji
Published: February 2018

Background: Alveolar bone plays an important role in supporting dentures. One socket preservation procedure is the application of bone graft to the tooth socket immediately after extraction. The administration of Garcinia mangostana L peel extract combined with demineralized freeze-dried bovine bone xenograft (DFDBBX) is assumed to decrease the number of osteoclast cells and IL-1β expressions, while also increasing that of osteoblast cells. Purpose: This study aimed to establish the potency of Garcinia mangostana L peel extract combined with DFDBBX on interleukin 1β expressions, osteoclast cells, and osteoblast cells during the preservation of tooth extraction sockets. Methods: This research constituted experimental laboratory-based research using 56 Cavia cobayas as specimens with randomized factorial design (true experimental design). These subjects were divided into eight groups, given PEG, DFDBBX, mangosteen peel extract or a combination of mangosteen peel extract and DFDBBX, and subsequently anesthesized before their left mandibular incisors were extracted. Thereafter, the post-extraction sockets were treated with PEG, DFDBBX, mangosteen peel extract or a combination of mangosteen peel extract and DFDBBX. The sockets were examined by means of HE and immunohistochemical staining on days 7 and 30 after extraction. The data obtained was analyzed with a one-way ANOVA test. Results: The results of the one-way ANOVA test showed that the average number of osteoblasts, osteoclasts, and IL-1β expressions varied significantly between the groups. Conclusion: The combination of mangosteen peel extract and DFDBBX can potentially increase osteoblasts, while also decreasing osteoclasts and IL-1β expressions in the alveolar bones of Cavia cobaya.
Exploring the linkages between affordable housing and property values in Malaysia: a phenomenological study
Authors: Gisbey Peter
Published: February 2018

The purpose of this qualitative study concerned developing an inductive and comprehensive understanding of the lived experiences of Malaysian homeowners and tenants of affordable housing. This was with respect to the variegated nature of the relationship between housing affordability and property values in the Malaysian housing market, the phenomenon under consideration. A descriptive phenomenological approach, involving both purposive and snowball sampling, was used to achieve the goal of this study: describing the relevant lived experiences in connection with the housing affordability issue in question. Through in-depth interviews, research participants described the experiences that stood out for them, in response to pre-prepared stimulus questions. Verbatim transcriptions of interviews were used as the primary source of data. However, triangulation was achieved through the use of interviews, corroborating field notes and reflective journals. Phenomenological analysis revealed ten emergent themes, namely financing, availability, race/ethnicity, socio-economic status, motives, property values, quality of life, stigma, quality of affordable housing and fairness. One clear implication arising from the findings was that if the Malaysian Government is seen to be doing more in an equitable fashion, this might lead to more positive perceptions in general of the issue of housing affordability. Another clear implication stemming from the findings was that the issue of housing affordability vis-à-vis property values, viewed at from a phenomenological perspective, is clearly a structural problem. Such contentions tend to significantly increase the desirability of the relevant decision-makers employing suitably multi-layered, multi-agency, systems thinking. In terms of practical measures, two key preliminary measures and one fundamental recommendation were made, pinpointing the desirability of improvements in property financing and increased perceptions of fairness.
Alcoholism: A Multi-Systemic Molecular Insult to Organ Damage
Authors: Dguzeh Ucee , Haddad Natasha , Smith Kathia , Johnson John , Doye Angelia , Gwathmey Judith , Haddad Georges
Published: February 2018

Alcohol abuse can result in detrimental multisystem effects. Chronic alcohol abuse is known to be associated with pathophysiological changes in multiple organs often resulting in life threatening clinical outcomes e.g. breast and colon cancer, pancreatic disease, cirrhosis of the liver, diabetes, osteoporosis, arthritis, kidney disease, immune system dysfunction, hypertension, coronary artery disease, alcohol-induced cardiomyopathy and heart failure as well as central nervous system disorders. In this review article, we will discuss the multisystemic effects of alcohol abuse and explore in greater detail alcohol’s impact on two main systems that result in pathophysiological changes i.e. the cardiovascular and central nervous systems.
Law Accommodating Nonmotorized Road Users and Pedestrian Fatalities in Florida, 1975 to 2013
Authors: Porter Jamila M. , Rathbun Stephen L. , Bryan Shenée J. , Arseniadis Katie , Caldwell Lauren P. , Corso Phaedra S. , Lee Joel M. , Davis Marsha
Published: February 2018

Objectives. To examine the effect of Florida’s adoption of Statute 335.065—a law requiring the routine accommodation of nonmotorized road users (i.e., a “Complete Streets” policy)—on pedestrian fatalities and to identify factors influencing its implementation.

Methods. We used a multimethod design (interrupted time-series quasi-experiment and interviews) to calculate Florida’s pedestrian fatality rates from 1975 to 2013—39 quarters before and 117 quarters after adoption of the law. Using statistical models, we compared Florida with regional and national comparison groups. Semistructured interviews were conducted with 10 current and former Florida transportation professionals in 2015.

Results. Florida’s pedestrian fatality rates decreased significantly—by at least 0.500% more each quarter—after Statute 335.065 was adopted, resulting in more than 3500 lives saved across 29 years. Interviewees described supports and challenges associated with implementing the law.

Conclusions. Florida Statute 335.065 is associated with a 3-decade decrease in pedestrian fatalities. The study also reveals factors that influenced the implementation and effectiveness of the law.

Public Health Implications. Transportation policies—particularly Complete Streets policies—can have significant, quantifiable impacts on population health. Multimethod designs are valuable approaches to policy evaluations.
Trends in Secondary Schools’ Practices to Support Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning Students, 2008–2014
Authors: Demissie Zewditu , Rasberry Catherine N. , Steiner Riley J. , Brener Nancy , McManus Tim
Published: February 2018

Objectives. To examine trends in the percentage of US secondary schools that implemented practices related to the support of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) students.

Methods. This analysis used data from 4 cycles (2008–2014) of School Health Profiles, a surveillance system that provides results representative of secondary schools in each state. Each school completed 2 self-administered questionnaires (principal and teacher) per cycle. We used logistic regression models to examine linear trends.

Results. Of 8 examined practices to support LGBTQ youths, only 1—identifying safe spaces for LGBTQ youths—increased in most states (72%) from 2010 to 2014. Among the remaining 7, only 1—prohibiting harassment based on a student’s perceived or actual sexual orientation or gender identity—had relatively high rates of adoption (a median of 90.3% of schools in 2014) across states.

Conclusions. Many states have seen no change in the implementation of school practices associated with LGBTQ students’ health and well-being.
DESARROLLO DE ACTIVIDADES DE APRENDIZAJE EN FÍSICA
Authors: Alcaraz Pelegrina José Manuel , Sarsa Rubio Antonio Jesús , Rodriguez García Pedro , Yubero Serrano Cristina , Miñano Herrero José Antonio
Published: February 2018

La utilización de simulaciones y actividades que hacen uso de herramientas informáticas permite integrar los contenidos teóricos y prácticos en actividades atractivas para el alumno. Presentamos varias de estas actividades en asignaturas del grado de Física, pero que pueden adaptarse a asignaturas de otros grados. Se ha observado una mejora en las competencias en el uso de las TICs, así como una mejora en la comprensión de los fenómenos estudiados por parte de los alumnos.
ADECUACIÓN Y ESTUDIO DE RESTOS ÓSEOS EN ANTROPOLOGÍA FORENSE
Authors: Beltrán Aroca Cristina Mª , Girela López Eloy , Jiménez Reina Luis , Moreno Llorente María , Linares González Laura , Rodríguez Cano Araceli
Published: February 2018

Demostrada la importancia de la antropología forense en la identificación positiva de restos óseos humanos, consideramos relevante el aprendizaje de un manejo básico de las técnicas por los estudiantes del Grado de Medicina, en el contexto de la asignatura “Medicina Legal y Ética”. El objetivo principal era aplicar conocimientos teóricos y técnicas de antropología física y forense para identificación de casos reales mediante dinámicas de trabajo en grupo, concluyendo con una toma de decisiones justificada. Se organizaron 16 talleres de 2 horas de duración para grupos de 8 alumnos, utilizando restos esqueléticos de 4 individuos mezclados con huesos animales. Distribuidos por parejas, y una vez identificados los restos humanos, aislaron los 4 esqueletos realizando un inventario de los huesos disponibles, y una estimación básica del perfil biológico de cada uno de ellos: sexo, edad y estatura. Dichos datos fueron consignados en un formulario protocolizado de trabajo, que entregaron al finalizar la práctica. Posteriormente, realizaron un cuestionario anónimo de 10 preguntas, sobre el grado de satisfacción acerca de contenidos, metodología, y utilidad en su formación. Con una tasa de respuesta del 78,4% (n=125) las puntuaciones medias más elevadas fueron otorgadas a los ítems relacionados con: profesor y materia (χ 4,98; Dt. 0,14), claridad expositiva (χ 4,94; Dt. 0,24) y adecuación de metodología (χ 4,92; Dt. 0,28). Además de los resultados favorables obtenidos, se objetivó mediante los formularios protocolizados, la adecuada resolución de casos prácticos reales, basada en una toma de decisiones conjunta y justificada en base a los conocimientos teóricos aprendidos.
FOMENTO DE LA EXPRESIÓN ORAL Y EL PENSAMIENTO CRÍTICO A TRAVÉS DEL DEBATE
Authors: Bermúdez Vázquez Manuel , Casares Landauro Elena
Published: February 2018

Este proyecto persigue potenciar la reflexión, el debate y el pensamiento crítico entre los estudiantes. Aprovechando la estructura creada con el Aula de Debate de la Universidad de Córdoba, la idea es ampliar esta experiencia tan universitaria a cuantos más estudiantes mejor. Mediante los debates académicos en los que participan los estudiantes se fomentan todo tipo de beneficios intelectuales como la presentación ordenada de argumentos, el desarrollo del pensamiento crítico, la capacidad de diálogo y la mejora de la expresión oral. Los estudiantes tienen que afrontar presentaciones en clase, entrevistas de trabajo y exposiciones en su vida cotidiana. Si pensamos como hablamos, resulta muy conveniente que los estudiantes aprendan a hablar de la mejora manera posible y sean capaces de presentar sus ideas de una forma clara y adecuada al contexto al que se estén dirigiendo.
MANUAL DIDÁCTICO EN SOPORTE VIRTUAL PARA LA PRÁCTICA DE LA TRADUCCIÓN ESPECIALIZADA
Authors: Díaz Alarcón Soledad , Arnedo Villaescusa Carmen , Veroz González Azahara , García Calderón Ángeles , Martínez Ojeda Beatriz , Porlán Moreno Rafael , Ogea Pozo Mª del Mar , Bonhome Lourdes , Guerrero Carmona Fuensanta
Published: February 2018

La experiencia docente de los participantes en este proyecto ha puesto de relieve la importancia de orientar sus principios didácticos a fomentar la incentivación y el compromiso de los alumnos en el proceso de aprendizaje, así como la explicitación y ordenación de metodologías y materiales, adecuándolos a las necesidades y capacidades del alumno de traducción. De ahí, surge la iniciativa de proporcionar al alumno una metodología práctica bien definida, de carácter progresivo, y sustentada en modelos de análisis de discurso y de análisis traductológico. Según esto, este proyecto se orienta a la creación de material docente para la práctica de la traducción especializada. En concreto se ha diseñado un manual virtual cuyo contenido se presenta mediante vídeos explicativos. Este material audiovisual se ha alojado, junto a los textos, recursos bibliográficos, modelos de análisis, traducciones comentadas, etc., en la plataforma virtual EXA ENOA2, de acceso abierto a los alumnos de la Universidad de Córdoba y con formato html5, para poder acceder a ella desde cualquier dispositivo móvil. El manual, estructurado en cuatro itinerarios (jurídico-económico-administrativo, científico-técnico, humanístico-literario y audiovisual), ofrece un modelo de análisis discursivo específico que permite al alumno detectar y priorizar las especificidades de cada género textual y sus particularidades lingüísticas. Estos análisis se aplican a un corpus bilingüe de textos (FR>ES / EN>ES) seleccionados y explicados por los docentes, de los que se aporta además una traducción al español y su correspondiente análisis traductológico. Este manual proporciona además, a modo de anexo, una selección de recursos documentales, en formato electrónico, de carácter especializado (diccionarios, bases terminológicas, manuales de traducción especializada, etc.) que el alumno puede consultar de modo inmediato o descargarse en su ordenador para futuras consultas. Este material en soporte virtual de acceso abierto pretende configurarse como manual de autoaprendizaje de técnicas de traducción especializada y se constituye como complemento didáctico para el perfeccionamiento de las destrezas de traducción en áreas especializadas, así como la asimilación de una metodología práctica y funcional que permita al alumno optimizar las fases que configuran el proceso traslativo.
APLICACIÓN DE LA TECNOLOGÍA NFC (NEAR FIELD COMMUNICATION) EN LAS PRÁCTICAS DE HISTOLOGÍA MÉDICA
Authors: Jimena Medina Ignacio , Gómez Luque Miguel Ángel , Peña Amaro José , Luque Ruiz Irene , Gómez Nieto Miguel Ángel
Published: February 2018

A pesar del desarrollo de las tecnologías móviles en los últimos años, la aplicación de las mismas en la enseñanza no ha tenido aún un desarrollo paralelo. La docencia en asignaturas como la Histología, han experimentado un cambio hacia el uso de la digitalización de sus contenidos y métodos de enseñanza. En este Proyecto se describe una solución móvil basada en el uso de la tecnología Near Field Communication para apoyar la docencia en Histología Médica. Los contenidos docentes son gestionados en una base de datos que almacena información docente e imágenes correspondientes a las preparaciones histológicas que son entregadas a los alumnos en los porta-objetos para su análisis en el microscopio. Asociando un chip NFC único a cada porta-objetos y tocando este chip con un Smartphone los alumnos disponen, sin necesidad de una aplicación móvil, de acceso a toda la información multimedia relacionada con las preparaciones histológicas. El sistema desarrollado, denominado HistoNFC, posibilita el acceso a esta información en cualquier momento, así como el seguimiento de la actividad docente y evaluación de los alumnos. La evaluación del sistema fue realizada por alumnos de Histología Médica del Grado de Medicina, valorando aspectos tanto del proceso enseñanza-aprendizaje como tecnológico. Los resultados obtenidos han sido muy favorables en ambos casos.
Drought Genetics Have Varying Influence on Corn Water Stress under Differing Water Availability
Authors: Nielsen David C. , Schneekloth Joel P.
Published: February 2018

Core Ideas

Limited irrigation of corn is likely to become more prevalent in the future.

Drought genetics may make corn yield less subject to detrimental water stress under limited irrigation.

Drought genetics had little effect on mitigating water stress in corn.

Drought genetics did not consistently improve corn yield under water stress.

Irrigated corn (Zea mays L.) in the Great Plains will be increasingly grown under limited irrigation management and greater water stress. Hybrids with drought genetics may decrease the impacts of water stress on yield. The objective of this experiment was to evaluate the effect of drought genetics on corn water stress, water use, grain yield, yield components, and water use efficiency under varying water availability. A 3‐yr (2009–2011) study was conducted at Akron, CO in which corn water use, yield, and yield components were measured for isolines of three corn hybrids with and without drought genetics grown under three water treatments (fully irrigated, no irrigation until just prior to tasseling followed by full irrigation, and limited irrigation throughout the growing season). There was no yield loss from the drought genetics under non‐water‐stressed conditions. There was no effect of drought genetics on water use, yield, or water use efficiency. However, there was a 7% increase in kernels per plant in 2011 and a 5% increase in 1000‐kernel weight in 2010 due to the presence of the drought gene. It does not appear that the non‐commercial, experimental drought genetics tested in this experiment produced any consistent effect on mitigating water stress in corn or on corn water use and yield under varying levels and timings of water stress. Further research is needed in which consistent levels of water stress are imposed during reproductive and grain‐filling growth stages to verify the effects of drought genetics on corn yield.
The use of social media in reducing professional uncertainty: an exploratory study
Authors: Papakonstantinidis Stavros
Published: February 2018

The born-digital youth are likely to experience substantial career uncertainty despite their apparent preference for work engagement. Today’s high unemployment rates, fierce global competition, growing labor automation, and enduring social inequalities create a somewhat uncertain and risky professional reality. How do digital natives deal with professional uncertainty during their transition from the safety of the university environment to the uncertainty of business? While a great deal of research has explored how recruiters use social media to review job applicants, less is known how digital natives use social media in seeking information to increase their employment prospects. The objective of this exploratory study is to contribute to the existing literature of critical studies on youth transitions from education to work. Primarily, a discussion of the characteristics of the new breed of job candidates who are born and raised digital is performed through a secondary literature review. Also, the current review paper provides suggestions for future research to better understand digital natives’ attitude to cope with occupational uncertainty. This paper argues that social media has the potential to reduce uncertainty and to offer unique occupational opportunities through online personal branding.
Selected model fusion: an approach for improving the accuracy of monthly streamflow forecasting
Authors: Modaresi Fereshteh , Araghinejad Shahab , Ebrahimi Kumars
Published: February 2018

Monthly streamflow forecasting plays an important role in water resources management, especially for dam operation. In this paper, an approach of model fusion technique named selected model fusion (SMF) is applied and assessed under two strategies of model selection in order to improve the accuracy of streamflow forecasting. The two strategies of SMF are: fusion of the outputs of best individual forecasting models (IFMs) selected by dendrogram analysis (S1), and fusion of the best outputs of all IFMs resulting from an ordered selection algorithm (S2). In both strategies, five data-driven models including: artificial neural network, generalized regression neural network, least square-support vector regression, K-nearest neighbor regression, and multiple linear regression with optimized structure are performed as IFMs. The SMF strategies are applied for forecasting the monthly inflow to Karkheh reservoir, Iran, owning various patterns between predictor and predicted variables in different months. Results show that applying SMF approach based on both strategies results in more accurate forecasts in comparison with fusion of all IFMs outputs (S3), as the benchmark. However, comparison of the two SMF strategies reveals that the implementation of strategy (S2) considerably improves the accuracy of forecasts than strategy (S1) as well as the best IFM results (S4) in all months.
Enhanced biogas production potential of microalgae and swine wastewater using co-digestion and alkaline pretreatment
Authors: Panyaping K. , Khiewwijit R. , Wongpankamol P.
Published: February 2018

Biogas yield obtained from anaerobic digestion of swine wastewater (SWW) needs to be increased to produce electrical energy. To enhance biogas and prevent pollution, use of mixed culture microalgae grown in wastewater (MWW) with SWW has attracted a lot of interest. This research was focused on the possibility of utilizing MWW. Six experiments using raw SWW and MWW, and their co-digestion were conducted on a laboratory scale in one-litre reactors with the ratio of inoculum and substrate of 70:30 under without and with alkaline pretreatment (using 3% NaOH for pH adjustment every 15 min at pH 11 for 3 h). The results showed that co-digestion had the major effect on increasing biogas and methane yields (0.735 and 0.326 m3/kg of volatile solids (VS) removed), and the highest chemical oxygen demand and VS removal (60.29% and 63.17%). For pretreatment, the effect of ammonia inhibition at a high pH of 11 had more influence on biodegradation than the effect of destruction of MWW's cell walls, resulting in a low biogas production of pretreated MWW and pretreated co-digestion. These findings affirm the potential of co-digestion, and the possibility of using both single and co-substrate MWW. Pretreatment could be improved at a lower alkaline pH condition. A pilot scale of co-digestion should be performed.
DOSSIÊ SOCIALIDADES INTERESPECÍFICAS: OS OUTROS SÓCIOS DO HUMANO
Authors: Vianna Beto , Maia Ugo
Published: February 2018

Em 2009, o ex-Beatle Paul McCartney lançou a campanha Meat-free monday (segunda-feira sem carne), incentivando seus coespecíficos a serem vegetarianos uma vez por semana. Além da preocupação com a saúde planetária – uma “cosmopolítica”, se podemos adaptar o termo de Isabelle Stengers (2010) para o showbiz –, a campanha é justificada como um passo rumo à diminuição do sofrimento animal. Em recente entrevista (BRADY, 2017), pergunta-se a Paul por que recomendar apenas um dia para a restrição alimentar, e não eight days a week, se a questão é, de fato, grave. Vegetariano em tempo integral, ele responde que não quer obrigar ninguém a adotar suas próprias convicções. “Temos que ser gentis com as pessoas”, diz Paul...