bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Statistical-Economic Design of Control Chart If The Vector of Target Values of Multi-Variables Shifts With Time
Authors: Mao Hong , Wang Jin
Published: March 2021

In this paper, the statistical-economic design of a multivariate special triangle control chart is proposed to control the processes of the quality characteristics or financial indices shifting with time. A multi-objective programming with several constraints is used to determine optimal solutions of control region (probability of false alarm), the power of finding out assignable cause(s), sample interval and sample size. An application of the statistical-economic design of a Multivariate special triangle control chart is illustrated to control the soundness of insurers of U.S
An investigation into the undergraduate dissertation tutorial as a Personal Development Planning (PDP) process to support learner development
Authors: Raiker Andrea
Published: March 2021

The investigation discussed in this paper was motivated by a finding revealed through analysis of the dissertation grades of final year undergraduates on an education honours degree. A third of dissertations received grades equating to third class honours or fails and this was viewed by the Faculty as being unacceptable. As a Fellow of the UniversityÃ¢â¬â¢s Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning with a focus on personal development, I was asked by the course leader to identify possible causes and suggest changes. My critical reflection on the dissertation suggested that its creation is predicated upon Personal Development Planning (PDP) processes practised through the mediation of the tutorial. I am investigating the effectiveness of the tutorial to support learner development over a two year period, contributing to an overarching action research project undertaken by the National Action Research Network (NARN). This paper presents the outcomes of the first cycle of my action research, involving the collection and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data from students and dissertation supervisors. At this stage it appears that the design of the dissertation meets the needs of some students but not all, particularly the lower third of the sample cohort. Furthermore some students, including a number of thirds and fails, do not perceive tutorial support as essential for the successful completion of their dissertations. Overall, it appears that the tutorial process requires review in order to support the autonomous and/or collaborative learning needed for effective learner development.
The development of, and response to, an academic writing module for electrical engineers at the University of Bath
Authors: Armstrong Miranda , Dannatt Jackie , Evans Adrian
Published: March 2021

The academic writing module for electrical engineering students, offered at the University of Bath, is the result of collaboration between the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering (EEE) and the English Language Centre (ELC) and is currently designed to deliver academic writing support to undergraduate students embarking on their engineering studies at Bath. The need for the course arose from subject tutor recognition of the studentsÃ¢â¬â¢ lack of awareness of the genre within which they were expected to write, suggesting that not only the subject content but also the expression of that content needed input and support. This paper presents details of the academic writing input provided by the University of Bath English Language Centre, the background to the module and ongoing development based on feedback from students, academic staff and EAP (English for Academic Purposes) tutors. Feedback indicates that the course succeeds in supporting students in their writing. The principal direction for future development lies in tailoring the course to fit the modular nature of studentsÃ¢â¬â¢ degrees, addressing issues connected to language proficiency and the nature of assessment.
Using phenomenography to inform curriculum development in the areas of Digital Curation and Digital Sustainability
Authors: Reeves Tony
Published: March 2021

A British university is proposing to introduce two new postgraduate certificate qualifications in Digital Curation and Digital Sustainability. The proposed courses are intended to formalise this knowledge into a curriculum that enables professional practitioners working in related areas to develop their knowledge of how to manage digital assets in a sustainable manner. This case study sought to investigate the knowledge and skills required by digital professionals working in the areas of Digital Curation and Digital Sustainability at the university. The roles and responsibilities of these professionals were diverse, and the sample included specialists in the areas of digitisation and preservation of archive film and photography, copyright for digital assets, database and web development, bid writing, and managing digitisation projects. A phenomenographic methodology was used to identify the variations in how these professionals understood their work, and the categories of description emerging from the study identified them as researchers, specialist advisors, technical specialists, service providers, and perpetual students. The data analysis and resulting outcome space suggested that a problem-based learning curriculum would provide an effective way of preparing students to succeed as professionals in the areas of Digital Curation and Digital Sustainability.
Communities of practice for international students: An exploration of the role of Peer Assisted Study Sessions in supporting transition and learning in higher education
Authors: Chilvers Lucy
Published: March 2021

There is growing interest in understanding how international students can best be enabled to adjust to, participate in and learn within Higher Education (HE). This paper explores literature and examines findings from exploratory interviews in a UK institution in order to investigate the contribution the Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) scheme makes to this process.Interviews with international students were analysed using Lave and WengerÃ¢â¬â¢s (1991) social-learning model, Communities of Practice (CoP), for exploring the role of PASS in supporting international studentsÃ¢â¬â¢ transition and learning in HE. Using themes of community, practice and participation, findings illuminated the role of PASS in providing international students with an intermediary CoP, providing transition support into the CoP on their course and university life. PASS facilitated their social integration with students of other nationalities, developing relationships with peers and PASS leaders, contributing to an increased sense of belonging to a community. Through the mutual engagement of attendees and leaders, students developed shared language, values and practices relating to their discipline and studying in UK HE. Established PASS leaders shared first year experiences with Ã¢â¬ËnewcomerÃ¢â¬â¢ international students, supporting their transition into UK HE culture and enabling their legitimate peripheral participation to develop further. Participation in PASS fostered studentsÃ¢â¬â¢ engagement with learning activities and independent study habits. Limitations to the study and suggestions for further research are discussed.
Right time, right space? Developing an online transition course for new undergraduates
Authors: Shahabudin Kim , Hood Sonia , Reid Michelle
Published: March 2021

This case study describes the development of a pre-entry transition course for new undergraduate students and its delivery online using a commercial open online course platform. Use of this ‘third space’ platform, and the additional in-house support that accompanied it, were essential in creating a professional-looking course to maximise interest among an entire cohort of undergraduates at the start of their academic careers, while the pre-entry timing aimed to engage students before they became engrossed in subject learning. The course had dual aims: to support students in the development of new academic skills and to build a sense of community and identification with the University before arrival. Videos of current students and academic tutors provided a face-to-face introduction to the university while articles and activities on academic skills were informed by professional learning development experience and expertise. Non-compulsory enrolment attracted 64% of eligible students, 40.2% of which marked 90% or more of the course as completed. The course is now undergoing revision in response to student feedback for next year’s iteration.
The Learning Development Team: Three developers, one pedagogy
Authors: McKinney Pamela Ann , Wood Jamie , Little Sabine
Published: March 2021

With the inception of Centres for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETLs), the demand for learning developers has increased in many institutions across the UK. Operating largely in small teams, yet within the remit of facilitating large-scale institutional change, CETLs often find themselves outside established institutional structures, with developers fulfilling newly defined roles and responsibilities. This short paper focuses on the way learning development support has been integrated in one particular CETL, in order to explore issues, challenges and experiences that are part of the role.
Perception of academic learning environments and perceived impact on articulation of employability skills; a mixed methods study
Authors: Hayes Catherine , Devlin Siobhan , Westwood Diane , Garfield Iain , Beardmore Philip , Archer David , Collins Michael , Bingle Lewis
Published: March 2021

This study reports on the findings of a mixed methods study that was undertaken to establish student perceptions of academic learning environments and the perceived impact of these on their articulation of employability skills. This was so student perspectives on employability could be used to inform reflection on pedagogic practices for their educators in higher education. Using a purposive sample of 250 students based in a recently modernised Sciences Complex Building in a Higher Education Institution (HEI), the study was cross sectional and descriptive by design. The social learning spaces researched were perceived by participants to provide optimal academic learning environments for their development of knowledge, skills and professionalism through certain signature pedagogies as they progressed through their programmes of study. Students also expressed the view that their acquisition of functional skills were significantly more important than any personal attributes/characteristics that they brought to programmes. What also mattered was whether the importance of certain graduate skills to the workplace had been made explicit to them so that they could see the relevance of their studies to practice. In defining 'graduateness', in employability terms the research concluded that it was necessary to consider how it was shaped by the context of delivery of subject disciplines, stages of academic progression, and the use of social learning spaces, as they all had a significant impact on the perceptions students held about their potential employability upon completion of their academic programmes.
Maximising the benefits associated with internship learning for undergraduates
Authors: Fanthome Christine
Published: March 2021

This paper focuses on student responses to an internship programme at an American university in London, with the purpose of highlighting potential areas for curricular improvement. It is based on a survey of 100 undergraduates studying abroad in the UK and concentrates particularly on whether student expectations of their internships are met, the nature of students' perceived personal and professional learning outcomes, and feedback on the current services offered by the internship management team and academic faculty. Findings indicate that student expectations are generally well managed within the current system, and the majority of students feel that their internships have contributed to their personal and professional growth. However, the data highlight discrepancies in the level and nature of support sought by an increasingly diverse student population. Potential improvements are therefore under consideration, such as broader self-help online resources to include video interviews with past students, additional reflective writing workshops, and the establishment of subject linked social media groups for additional peer support.
An examination of developmental assets and academic performance in higher education sport students
Authors: Jones Martin Ian
Published: March 2021

The purpose of this research was to explore the magnitude and direction of the relationship between developmental assets (subcategories and domain levels) and academic achievement in British students. Based on the existing theory I hypothesized that total asset score, individual asset groups (i.e., internal and external assets), and the eight asset subcategories would have a moderate to a large positive relationship with academic achievement. 232 participants were recruited from a second-year compulsory research methods module for undergraduate sport and exercise science students at a UK based university. The participants completed the Developmental Assets Profile (DAP) at the beginning of the course, and their final module grade was recorded after the course had finished. Pearson's correlation between assets and grade score revealed several significant relationships. The strongest subcategory correlation was between commitment to learning and grade score. The strongest domain level correlation was between internal assets and grade score. The current study provides evidence that developmental assets are positively associated with grade score in university students; however, the size of the relationship is smaller than previously suggested.
Walking the path of desire: evaluating a blended learning approach to developing study skills in a multi-disciplinary group
Authors: Crowther Michelle
Published: March 2021

This case study describes the methods used to evaluate a series of study skills workshops and online learning materials created for a cohort of foundation degree arts and humanities students. The workshops and online content were created in response to feedback from the previous cohort which revealed that students had struggled to relate the workshops to their assignment, which was a portfolio of critical reflections. In order to better understand the disconnect experienced by the students between the module content and the course assessment, it was decided to track the paths of desire taken by the cohort in their learning, and assess whether online content could improve learning outcomes or whether workshops and print sources are more valuable for skills development. Quantitative data, such as attendance, VLE use and book loans, along with qualitative data from the students’ critical reflections were gathered to track student engagement with material, creating a narrative of the learning journeys of the cohort. Findings revealed that online content has a valuable role in supporting success for some students but that attendance at workshops has a strong correlation with portfolio grade and skills development.
Knowledge making practices as vehicles for teaching academic literacy
Authors: Kristiansen Bente
Published: March 2021

Several studies have established a connection between how a discipline communicates in texts and how disciplinary knowledge is produced (e.g. Bazerman, 2000; Blåsjö, 2004; Carter, 2007). This article suggests that a didactic consequence of such a connection could be to use the rhetorical contexts and the knowledge-making practices as vehicles for teaching academic literacy. A conceptual framework for doing this in practice is presented, including teaching and learning activities.
Brokering academic literacies in a community of practice
Authors: Gornall Lynne
Published: March 2021

This paper examines the ‘academic literacies’ approach to supporting postgraduate international students in the business school of a post-92 English university. The support service was evaluated with appreciative inquiry methods, consulting students and academics. The most helpful support, according to students and academics, came from the ‘academic literacies’ approach, which was enhanced, and enabled, because it was linked to two other ideas: communities of practice, and the learning developer as a broker.
Partners in a changing dance: embedding academic literacies in unit and course curricula
Authors: Thies Linda Carol , Rosario Viola
Published: March 2021

This paper presents a two-part case study that used the seminal Lea and Street (1998) paper on academic literacies to inform ways of working collaboratively with a range of partners on embedding the development of academic literacies in course curricula. The two projects that make up the case study were funded by an Australian Government response to a greater linguistic, social and cultural diversity of students enrolling in Australian universities (Australian Commonwealth Government, 2009a). Both projects focused on the development of curricula in selected professional courses in order to increase students’ awareness of the requirements of their chosen discipline, and ensure that they acquire the academic literacies needed to succeed in their area of study. What differed is the combinations of project partners and the nature of the partnerships. The case study presents the collaborative work of numerous project partners including Language and Learning Advisers (LLAs) and Subject Lecturers (SLs) in first identifying and defining academic literacies relevant to each course, and then implementing different teaching and learning practices to integrate the development of academic literacies in course curricula. Using the analogy of an ever-changing dance, the paper suggests that the degree of success and the sustainability of curriculum renewal projects depends on numerous interrelated factors, and that it may not be possible to enact academic literacy development by following set dance steps. Awareness, sensitivity and flexibility are important in bringing the dance to life.
Stepping Up to Edge Hill University: the value and impact for students following the completion of a virtual pre-entry module
Authors: Jamieson Helen , Nolan Julie
Published: March 2021

As learning developers, our main role is to support students in developing their academic skills throughout their time at university. We are particularly interested in students’ transition into university and have developed a programme-specific pre-entry module within Blackboard Open Education to support undergraduate students with their transition into their academic programme of study. As part of a pedagogical research project for the Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education (PGCTHE), we have attempted to assess the value and impact of this pre-entry module. Our project employed a mixed methods analysis of a wide range of quantitative and qualitative data, including student conversion data (Quercus Student Records System); module engagement and completion data (Blackboard Open Education); student satisfaction data (Bristol Online Survey); value and impact data from key academic staff (semi-structured interviews) and students (focus group/semi-structured interview and Bristol Online Survey); and a thorough review of associated literature. We shared our preliminary findings at the Association for Learning Developers in Higher Education conference (ALDHE) in Exeter in April 2019. Our research has shown that, although student satisfaction is high with some indication of added value and a positive impact on the students’ transitional experience, these are self-reported and we thus conclude that this research would benefit from further exploration and more extensive student, stakeholder and platform evaluation.
University teachers need to be researchers rather than priests of cargo cults.
Authors: Burnapp Dave Thomas
Published: March 2021

The concept of cargo cults, although hotly disputed, was originally conceived to describe the results of interfacing cultures with very different technologies and methods of production. The concept has previously been used to describe in a figurative manner a distinction between science and pseudoscience, the latter being typified by not following a method of scientific integrity, including scrutiny of claims. Here the analogy is adapted to justify a claim that teachers at universities need to be actively involved in research in order to demonstrate to their students that the knowledge which is expected, accepted, and respected in universities is subject to constant debate, is often ambiguous, and is never completed.
Dissertation Question Time: Supporting the Dissertation Project through Peer Advice
Authors: Danvers Emily Claire
Published: March 2021

Dissertation question time is a model for a workshop provided by the central academic skills department at Brunel and used to support dissertation writing. The analysis of the use of the model with students and their feedback raises interesting questions about peer learning and advice giving as a pedagogical method, especially when supporting researchers. The research focuses on the delivery of the dissertation question time workshop and the analysis of student feedback and follow up interviews. The positive impact of the workshop upon studentsÃ¢â¬â¢ understanding of the research processes led to in becoming an important aspect of central support provision for dissertation writing and research.
The Art Group Crit. How do you make a Firing Squad Less Scary
Authors: Day Peter
Published: March 2021

The relationship between achievement and feedback and the fact that effective feedback improves achievement is well documented (Taylor and McCormack, 2004; Hattie, 2007). This is especially true of written feedback.ÃÂ  However in art and design education feedback will take place in an often emotionally charged face-to-face meeting where verbal criticism, both negative and positive, takes place in front of an audience. The forum for this feedback in art education is the Group Crit (Crit, Art Crit, or Group Critique) at which students are expected to present and perform. It is the studentsÃ¢â¬â¢ reception and perception of this oral feedback in todayÃ¢â¬â¢s quality-focused context, which is at the heart of this study. This article presents a study into the impact of verbal feedback on achievement in art and design education via a survey taken amongst 60 undergraduate art and design students, at the University of Institution in 2009/10. The survey collected both quantitative and qualitative responses and identified a fundamentally emotional and fear-focused perception of the Group Crit, one opposed to its supportive and bespoke dynamic intentions. A stress factor (Pope, 2005; Anthony, 1991) is created when personalised feedback is perceived as a negative (critical) reflection on the student performance (at the Crit), their self worth and esteem and not the work presented. Criticism, and by implication feedback, is perceived as negative, personal and subjective and fraught with contradiction and loss of Ã¢â¬ËrespectÃ¢â¬â¢ - in opposition to the studentsÃ¢â¬â¢ previous prescriptive and Ã¢â¬ËobjectiveÃ¢â¬â¢ educational experiences.
Challenging Assumptions about IT skills in Higher Education
Authors: Farrell Lyn G
Published: March 2021

This paper challenges the idea of 'the digital native' and the subsequent assumption of digital literacy skills amongst higher education students. It offers clear evidence that current student populations come from a wider range of backgrounds than the theory allows for and that the younger student population is also more complex with varying levels of digital literacy experience. It argues that treating students as a homogenous mass is problematic and challenges the idea that generic technology skills are instantly transferable to academic study.The paper concludes with a warning that we are letting down some of our students by the Ã¢â¬ËInformation Technology (IT) barrierÃ¢â¬â¢ within higher education and that we should be focusing on identification of Information Technology (IT) need and IT skills acquisition support rather than assuming it is something students can Ã¢â¬Ëpick up as they go alongÃ¢â¬â¢. This will only happen once IT is given the status of a core academic skill along with maths, information literacy and academic communication.
'I am just so delighted - now I know I can do it!' - How collaboration between Nurse Lecturers and Academic Skills Tutors promotes students' confidence
Authors: Butters Celia , Kerfoot Sheila , Murphy Peggy , Williams Alison
Published: March 2021

This paper showcases two collaborative projects between Academic Skills Tutors and Nurse Lecturers aimed at increasing students' writing and numerical skills. Both projects work proactively with students to increase their potential to succeed. Feedforward works on developing students' academic writing skills and the Numerate project develops their confidence with numbers. The collaboration has had a positive effect on student retention within The University's pre-registration nursing course. The feedback from students suggests that these interventions have helped to increase their confidence in their ability to learn.Sadly, four days before this article was published our close friend and colleague, Celia Butters died suddenly at home. As a tribute to her devotion to teaching and learning we want to honour her memory by sharing with you some of her qualities.Celia was a deeply respected, supportive and dedicated member of our team. We feel privileged to have worked with such a caring professional. Celia inspired students to have the confidence to follow their goals and believe in their own abilities. There is no finer tribute than Celia's recent nomination for the student led "Teaching Excellence Award, 2014" at Glyndwr University.
'A productive and happy collaboration': maximising impact through project design.
Authors: Hargreaves Janet , Bond Susan , Dagg Paul , Dawson Benji , Kendrick Blake , Potter Mark
Published: March 2021

This case study describes a highly collaborative project created to develop an online self-assessment tool that offers students the opportunity to plan their preparedness to enter the work place named the Preparation for Placement Assessment Tool. The aim of the project was to develop an artefact that aids all students to think about and prepare for placements, and more broadly to bework-ready. It also aims to help disabled students to identify and manage theirindividual needs. Working in collaboration with students is offered as aneffective strategy for improving project outcomes and managing the tensions foracademics of balancing research, teaching, learning and scholarly activities.This paper discusses the project background, design and delivery, which includesthe engagement of a diverse mix of students, and the practice researchmethodologies used. Discussion focuses on the project's impact, particularly on the students involved. Four key factors: student power, methodology, the use offunding and slow burn are identified as significant for success.
The lazy teacher's handbook
Authors: Bree Ronan T.
Published: March 2021

Review ofThe lazy teacher's handbook: How your students learn more when you teach less, Smith J (2010),
Why Has the Incidence of PCOS Increased Lately
Authors: Gupta Shweta
Published: March 2021

PCOS is turning into a more predominant issue among women of reproductive age with long-lasting complications. Quite possibly the most challenging aspect of this condition is its vast complexity of characteristics and ambiguous diagnostic criteria.
Coloración atípica del pelaje en algunos pequeños mamíferos no voladores de Colombia
Authors: Marín David
Published: March 2021

Las anomalías pigmentarias en el pelaje de mamíferos pueden estar asociadas a factores como daño folicular, poca variabilidad genética, polución, alteraciones ambientales o deficiencias dietarias. Documentar este patrón es importante pues el pelaje es uno de los caracteres más importantes del sistema integumentario en los mamíferos. En Colombia el leucismo no había sido reportado en pequeños mamíferos no voladores. Es así como en esta nota se registra el fenómeno en seis especies de mamíferos pertenecientes a los órdenes Rodentia, Soricomorpha y Paucituberculata.
Effects of Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) on testicular oxidative stress in sleep-deprived male Wistar rats
Authors: J Ajibare Ayodeji , O Akintoye Olabode , A Fabunmi Oyesanmi , A Olayak Luqman , A Olofinbiyi Babatunde , M Owoeye Temitope
Published: March 2021

Background: Sleep deprivation is a public health problem that causes oxidative stress injury. Research evidence agrees that oxidative stress serves as an underlying factor in many chronic debilitating diseases. This study investigated the effect of aqueous Licorice extract (Glycyrrhiza glabra) a medicinal plant with known antioxidant activity on testicular oxidative stress parameters. Methods Twenty-five male Wistar rats were randomly allocated to and administered one of the following treatment regimens daily for five days: CONTROL – Distilled water, Sleep – Deprived (SD) – Distilled water, Sleep Deprived +Sleep Recovery (SD+SR) – Distilled Water, SD+LICORICE (SD+LICORICE) – 150 mg/kg bodyweight of Licorice and Sleep – Deprivation + Sleep-Recovery + Licorice (SD+SR+LICORICE) – 150 mg/kg bodyweight of Licorice. The rats in Sleep – Recovery groups were allowed to sleep in their cages after sleep deprivation protocol for 5 days each treatment regimen had ad libitum access to standard rat chow. After the experiment, the rats were sacrificed and blood was collected. Serum cortisol and testosterone were taken alongside testicular Glutathione, Catalase, and Malondialdehyde. Results Sleep deprivation significantly raised cortisol level and decreased testosterone levels both of which were reversed by licorice administration. Significant reduction in Malondialdehyde (MDA) in rats treated with licorice with a simultaneous increase in both GSH and CAT was also observed. Conclusions The antioxidant activity of licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) aqueous extract on the testis of rats exposed to oxidative stress suggests the potential of using this traditional medicinal plant in preventing oxidative injury caused by sleep deprivation.
TRANSAKSİYONEL ANALİZ EGO DURUMLARI AÇISINDAN EVLİLİK UYUMU/DOYUMUNUN İNCELENMESİ
Authors: ÖMÜR Ezgi
Published: March 2021

Bu çalışmada transaksiyonel analiz ego durumları açısından evlilik uyumu/doyumunun incelenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Araştırmada karma yöntem kullanılmış ve ilişkisel tarama modeli ile çalışılmıştır. Nitel araştırmada 5 çiftle yüz yüze 5 çiftle online görüşme olmak üzere toplam 10 çiftle yarı yapılandırılmış görüşmeler yapılmıştır. Nicel araştırma kapsamında 101 çift, internet üzerinden ulaştırılan ego durumları ölçeği, evlilik doyumu ölçeği ve kişisel bilgi form ölçeklerini yanıtlamışlardır. Sonuçlara göre bireylerin evliliklerinde; koruyucu ebeveyn ego durumları, yetişkin ego durumları ve uygulu çocuk ego durumlarını baskın olarak kullanmalarının evlilik doyumunu arttırdığı sonucuna varılmıştır. Bireylerin doğal çocuk ego durumları ve eleştirel ebeveyn ego durumlarının baskın olması halinde ise evlilik doyumlarının azaldığı sonucuna varılmıştır. Kendini uygulu çocuk ego durumunda algılayan bireylerin ise evlilik uyumlarının yüksek fakat evlilikten aldıkları doyumun düşük olduğunu sonucuna varılmıştır.
Features of protection of intertilled crops under irrigation conditions
Authors: Melnychuk Fedir , Marchenko Olha , Shatkovskyi Andrii , Kovalenko Igor
Published: March 2021

Irrigation not only changes the ecological conditions of cultivation, but also modifies the existing phytopathocenoses and entomocomplexes, exerting a comprehensive and multi-vector effect, which requires significant changes in protection technologies, development of new methods of pest control. It is important to select a modern range of chemicals that can be effectively used in chemicalisation. The purpose of the study is to identify promising active substances of pesticides for drip irrigation and to develop schemes for their application. Field experiments to determine the effectiveness of certain groups of pesticides under drip irrigation were conducted in the Dry Steppe of Ukraine. The application of the studied drugs took place on the drip irrigation system. To plan research on the use of pesticides under drip irrigation, schemes have been developed to protect row crops: corn, tomatoes, and soybeans. Selected active substances, which are described by translaminar and acropetal movement on the plant, have a systemic nature of action and are highly effective when used in drip irrigation technologies. It is considered that one of the important disadvantages of application of plant protection products with irrigation water is the limitation of application periods by irrigation regimes. The highest efficiency against the main pathogens was observed with the combined method of pesticide application according to the developed schemes. This method involves the use of pesticides together with irrigation water and additional chemical treatment with conventional methods of fertilisation during the growing season. For its part, this allows for preventive treatments in a short time and adjust the timing of treatments depending on the phytosanitary situation
EVALUACIÓN DE PACIENTES ADULTOS MAYORES CON DIAGNÓSTICO DE ABDOMEN AGUDO QUIRÚRGICO. ESTUDIO PROSPECTIVO, DESCRIPTIVO, NO EXPERIMENTAL
Authors: Vásquez  Cedeño Gustavo , Guevara Palermo Elia
Published: March 2021

Se ha observado que la población mayor de 65 años requiere cada vez con mayor frecuencia procedimientos quirúrgicos y en ellos las presentaciones clínicas de las entidades responsables de un abdomen agudo son atípicas. En situaciones de emergencia, el diagnóstico resulta más difícil que en el adulto debido a diversos factores. Objetivos: Evaluar pacientes adultos mayores con diagnóstico de abdomen agudo quirúrgico en el Hospital Universitario “Dr. Manuel Núñez Tovar” de Maturín, estado Monagas, periodo enero-septiembre 2019. Metodología: Se realizó un tipo de investigación no experimental, prospectiva, descriptiva, transversal, de campo, donde se estudiaron a todos los pacientes mayores de 60 años con diagnóstico de abdomen agudo quirúrgico en el servicio de Cirugía General, con una muestra de 53 pacientes que cumplieron los criterios de inclusión. Resultados: Se valoraron 790 pacientes adultos con diagnóstico de abdomen agudo quirúrgico en el periodo señalado, de los cuales 53 pacientes correspondían a adultos mayores. La principal causa de abdomen agudo quirúrgico en adultos mayores fue la obstrucción intestinal con 26 pacientes (49.06%), 56 pacientes (56.60%) de sexo femenino con una edad promedio general de 71.33 años. La principal comorbilidad fue la hipertensión arterial (41.50%). Un 16.98% de los pacientes se complicaron con sepsis (complicación más frecuente) con mortalidad de 15.09% y más de la mitad (54.71%) ameritaron más de 4 días de hospitalización.
Functional Rejuvenation of Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve after Excision of Parathyroid Cyst: A Case Report and Systematic Review of Literature
Authors: Sharma Priyanka , Sharma Manoj , Reddy N Vishnu S , Chintham Murali
Published: March 2021

Vocal fold paralysis is a prevalent manifestation of various disorders inclusive of the commonest conditions, such as, cardiothoracic surgeries, head and neck malignancies, whereas parathyroid cysts and cervical osteophytes are the rarest causes of this common presentation.

A comprehensive systematic review of the literature was done with keyword “parathyroid cysts causing vocal fold palsy” using MEDLINE, PubMed, additionally following PRISMA 2009 guidelines.

A 59-year-old male patient presented with hoarseness of voice with right-sided neck swelling for one year. Excision of swelling adherent to the carotid sheath was done. Postoperative histopathological and biochemical analysis of aspirated fluid was consistent with the parathyroid cyst.

Patient is in regular follow-up, and there are no clinical signs of recurrence and there is normal functioning of the affected vocal cord. This report adds to the growing knowledge of rare parathyroid cysts with unusual presentations, along with an understanding of pathophysiology, clinical diagnosis, and recovery options for vocal fold palsy due to lesions in the parathyroid gland.

How to cite this article: Reddy NVS, Sharma M, Chintham M, et al. Functional Rejuvenation of Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve after Excision of Parathyroid Cyst: A Case Report and Systematic Review of Literature. Int J Otorhinolaryngol Clin 2020;12(2):31–34.
Introduction of a modified analgesic ladder in the emergency department: Effect on oxycodone use for back pain
Authors: Ly, BPharm, GradCertPharmPrac Jenny , Roman, BPharm (Hons), MPP Cristina P. , Luckhoff, MB, ChB, FACEM Carl , Cameron, MBBS, MD, FACEM, FCEM (Hon) Peter A. , BPharm, GradDipHospPharm, PhD, AdvPracPharm, FSHP, FISOPP Michael J. , Mitra, MBBS, MHSM, PhD, FACEM Biswadev
Published: March 2021

Objective: The aim of this study was to assess the introduction of an analgesic ladder and targeted education on oxycodone use for patients presenting to the emergency department (ED).Design: A retrospective pre-post implementation study was conducted. Data were extracted for patients presenting from June to July 2016 (preintervention) and June to July 2017 (post-intervention).Setting: The EDs of a major metropolitan health service and an affiliated community-based hospital.Participants: Patients with back pain where nonpharmacological interventions such as mobilization and physiotherapy are recommended as the mainstay of treatment.Interventions: A modified analgesic ladder introduced in May 2017. The ladder promoted the use of simple analgesics such as paracetamol and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs) prior to opioids and tramadol in preference to oxycodone in selected patients.Main outcome measure(s): The proportion of patients prescribed oxycodone and total doses administered.Results: There were 107 patients pre and 107 post-intervention included in this study. After implementation of the analgesic ladder, 78 (72.9 percent) preintervention patients and 55 (51.4 percent) post-intervention patients received oxycodone in ED (p = 0.001). The median oxycodone doses administered in the ED was 14 mg (interquartile range: 5-20 mg) and 5 mg (interquartile range: 5-10 mg; p < 0.001), respectively. On discharge from hospital, a prescription for oxycodone was issued for 36 (33.6 percent) patients preintervention and 26 (24.3 percent) patients post-intervention (p = 0.13). Conclusions: Among patients with back pain, implementation of a modified analgesic ladder was associated with a statistically significant but modest reduction in oxycodone prescription. Consideration of multifaceted interventions to produce major and sustained changes in opioid prescribing is required.
Non-invasive measurement of liver iron concentration
by magnetic resonance imaging and its clinical
usefulness
Authors: Alustiza Jose , Castiella Agustin , Zapata Eva , Urreta Iratxe , Salvador Emma , Emparanza Jose
Published: March 2021

Determination of liver iron concentration by magnetic resonance imaging
(MRI) is becoming the new technique of choice for the diagnosis of iron
overload in hereditary haemochromatosis and other liver iron surcharge
diseases. Determination of hepatic iron concentration obtained by liver
biopsy has been the gold standard for years. The development of MRI
techniques, via signal intensity ratio methods or relaxometry, has provided
a non-invasive and more accurate approach to the diagnosis of liver iron
overload.
This article reviews the available MRI methods for the determination of liver
iron concentration and also evaluates the technique for the diagnosis and
quantification of iron overload in different clinical practice scenarios.
PENERAPAN STANDAR AKUNTANSI DAN KUALITAS APARATUR TERHADAP LAPORAN KEUANGAN PEMERINTAH DAERAH (Studi Kasus pada Dinas Pekerjaan Umum dan Penataan Ruang Kabupaten Karimun)
Authors: Tegor Tegor , Juliza  , Yusmalina Yusmalina , Haqiqi Fauzan
Published: March 2021

Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode kuantitatif bertujuan untuk mengetahuipenerapan standar akuntansi pemerintahan dan kualitas aparatur pemerintahan terhadap laporankeuangan pemerintah daerah pada Dinas Pekerjaan Umum Dan Penataan Ruang KabupatenKarimun tahun 2019. sampel berjumlah 15 sampel penelitian. Adapun teknik analisis data yangdigunakan dalam penelitian ini dengan menggunakan interview dan dengan membagikankuesioner. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa standar akuntansi pemerintahanberpengaruh tidak signifikan terhadap laporan keuangan melalui mediasi kualitas aparaturpemerintahan. Koefisien jalur bertanda positif dapat diartikan bahwa hubungan standarakuntansi pemerintahan dengan laporan keuangan melalui kualitas aparatur pemerintahanadalah searah. Dengan demikian terdapat cukup bukti secara empiris untuk menolak hipotesis(H0) dan menerima hipotesis (H1).
CONSUMER VALUE, CONSUMER EXPERIENCE AND CONSUMER SATISFACTION
Authors: Sulivyo Lod
Published: March 2021

Hubungan antara nilai pelanggan dan kepuasan pelanggan juga terkait dengan nilai pelanggansebagai persepsi pelanggan tentang konsekuensi yang diinginkan dari penggunaan produk.Semakin tinggi nilai pelanggan, semakin tinggi kepuasan pelanggan. Dengan adanyaexperiential marketing, pelanggan akan mampu membedakan produk dan jasa yang satu denganyang lainnya karena pelanggan dapat merasakan dan memperoleh pengalaman secara langsungmelalui lima pendekatan (sense, feel, think, act, relate), baik sebelum maupun ketika pelangganmenggunakan sebuah produk atau jasa. Setelah menggunakan produk atau jasa, maka pelangganakan merasakan adanya kepuasan atau ketidakpuasan sesuai dengan harapan sebelummenggunakan. Semakin tinggi experiential marketing yang dirasakan maka semakin tinggikepuasan yang dirasakan pelanggan.
A critical evaluation of entrepreneurship development through financial
incentives by the government in the context of Mukhyamantri Swarozgar
Yojana in Madhya Pradesh
Authors: Gowri Mangala
Published: March 2021

As part of a welfare economy, many schemes are run by the concerned governments who give incentives in the form of subsidies, interest grants, margin money etc. to promote economic growth through gainful employment and entrepreneurship. Mukhyamantri Swarozgar Yojana of Madhya Pradesh is such a scheme. It intends to create employment through self-initiatives. The evaluation of Mukhya Mantri Swarozgar Yojana showed that the scheme was largely used as an expansion measure by the beneficiaries. Problems arise at the level of banks and there are several instances of non-compliance witnessed at their end. Financially, there is a lag between the expected income and the present income of the beneficiary. In this context it is worthwhile to ponder upon the role of government in bringing in self-reliance amongst the population.
Percepções sobre políticas para a promoção do empreendedorismo no Brasil e suas implicações para a discussão sobre capacidades estatais
Authors: La Rovere Renata , Santos Guilherme , Inhan Matos Ligia
Published: March 2021

A discussão sobre o papel do empreendedor para o desenvolvimento tem se centrado em duas visões principais. A primeira considera que a atividade empreendedora resulta de capacidades individuais dos empreendedores. A segunda ressalta a importância do contexto para o pleno desenvolvimento da atividade empreendedora. Apesar das duas visões implicarem em diferentes políticas de apoio ao empreendedorismo, elas podem ser consideradas complementares. O objetivo deste artigo é, a partir da discussão da importância das competências individuais e do contexto para o empreendedorismo, mostrar como os empreendedores percebem as atuais políticas de apoio ao empreendedorismo e qual a agenda de políticas públicas de apoio ao empreendedorismo no Brasil. O artigo se encerra com uma discussão sobre que capacidades estatais são necessárias para o desenho de políticas de apoio ao empreendedorismo que combinem apoio a capacidades individuais, atendimento às expectativas dos empreendedores e reforço do contexto empreendedor.
Direitos trabalhistas no Brasil: contendas teóricas sobre o significado da sua criação e do seu papel social
Authors: Moraes Wallace , Simas Luciana
Published: March 2021

O artigo analisa as contendas teóricas acerca do significado da intervenção do Estado na criação dos direitos trabalhistas no Brasil. Tratamos de um problema específico: como parte da literatura das ciências sociais interpreta as leis do trabalho e o seu papel.Realizamos uma discussão bibliográfica, possibilitando-nos identificar os múltiplos princípios teóricos-metodológicos, explicitando suas características idiossincráticas. Identificamos postulados, metodologias e justificativas semelhantes que nos possibilitou enquadrá-las em diferentes correntes teóricas. Abordamos principalmente as escolas liberal, social-democrata e o populismo. Ademais, percebemos que grande parte da literatura trata a criação de leis trabalhistas como ações benevolentes dos governantes para o bem e para o mal. Essas conclusões retiram completamente a agência dos trabalhadores organizados. Com vistas a problematizar tais questões, nossa metodologia qualitativa privilegiou a acareação entre o diagnóstico das teses dos autores e o resgate de documentos históricos do período pré-1930. Como nossa contribuição ao debate, comprovamos a importância daação coletiva dos trabalhadores, por meio de suas ações diretas, para conquista de direitos, devolvendo a eles o protagonismo, normalmente preterido pelo “mainstream”.
Avaliação da aderência do modelo regulatório brasileiro no segmento de exploração e produção da Indústria de óleo e gás às “boas práticas” apontadas na literatura econômica
Authors: Mendes Gandra Rodrigo , Queiroz Pinto Junior Helder
Published: March 2021

O presente trabalho visa verificar o grau de aderência do modelo regulatório brasileiro no segmento de Exploração e Produção (E&P) da indústria de Óleo e Gás às boas práticas apontadas na literatura econômica de regulação. Foi construído um sistema de pontuação para avaliar o modelo regulatório brasileiro em dois períodos de tempo: após a ratificação da Lei do Petróleo em 1997 que criou ANP e os contratos de concessão; e após as reformas ocorridas entre 2009 e 2010 com a criação dos contratos de partilha da produção, criação da PPSA e mudanças de atribuições da ANP e do CNPE. Pretende-se identificar também se, entre estes dois períodos, houve um aumento ou queda de aderência regulatória. Considerando os critérios adotados neste trabalho, pode-se assumir que o modelo regulatório brasileiro de E&P é aderente às boas práticas apontadas na literatura econômica.
The Role of Public Administration in Environmental Governance:a Case Study based on the Institutional Analysis and Development Framework
Authors: Oliveira Bredariol Tomás , Vinha Valéria
Published: March 2021

This article draws upon theory and a case study to research public administration’s role in environmental governance systems. Thus, it examines Brazil’s environmental regulation of the offshore oil and gas sector. The methodology used follows the Institutional Analysis and Development Framework and supports interviews, documentation review and direct observation. The results indicate the main features of the institutional setting, including the rules in use and relevant external variables. Concluding, three key elements operating at the organizational level are highlighted: the means of stakeholder participation; the stability and forms of interaction within the personnel; and the autonomy to enforce established arrangements.