bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Black Seed Oil Improves Beef Fat-induced Blood-biochemical Abnormalities in Swiss Albino Mice
Authors: Miah M.A. , Roy D. , Sujan K.M. , Khalil K.K.I. , Mustari A.
Published: May 2023

Background: The high saturated fatty acid content of beef has been linked to obesity and cardiovascular diseases. The study investigated the impact of black seed oil (BSO) on beef fat-altered hemato-biochemical and pathophysiological alterations in albino mice. Methods: Twenty four Swiss Albino mice (Mus musculus) of 25-28 days old were equally divided into three groups (n=8) namely A, B and C. Mice of group A was designated as the untreated control group. Groups B and C were fed pellets containing 10% beef fat and 10% BSO, respectively for 9 weeks. Result: The results revealed that beef fat-fed mice gained weight and BSO normalized the weight gain. The hematological values of beef fat supplemented mice improved after being supplemented with 10% BSO. LDL-c, Triglycerides and total cholesterol levels were all significantly lower in mice fed BSO plus beef fat. HDL-c levels were significantly higher in BSO plus beef fat-fed mice. Spleens in BSO plus beef fat-fed mice were slightly enlarged without gross abnormalities. 10% beef fat caused minor changes in the histostructures of the kidney, heart and liver. There were significant changes in cardiac muscle and massive fatty changes in kidney tissue. This study concluded that BSO has beneficial effects on the body and can prevent beef fat-induced abnormalities.
Physiology and Yield of Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) Genotypes in Response to Different Sowing Dates in Semi Arid Regions of North India
Authors: Kumar Ajeev , Kumar Neeraj , Devi Sarita , Dhaka Anil , Khokhar Satish
Published: May 2023

Background: Climate change causes variation in global temperature in last two decades which causes detrimental effects on agricultural crops being grown in arid and semi-arid regions. Chickpea crop sensitive to variation in temperature as the late-sown crop is exposed to high temperatures ( greater than 35°C) at its reproductive stage in the months of February and March and early sown crops is exposed to low temperature ( less than 5°C) at its vegetative stage in December and January so optimum sowing time plays a vital role for overall growth and development of the plants. Methods: The experiment comprising of three sowing dates that is 15th October (early sown condition in Haryana), 15th November (Normal sown condition in Haryana) and 15th December (late sown condition in Haryana) with ten chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) genotypes namely ICCV 88503, ICCV 92944, HC-1, HC-3, HC-5, H12-64, H13-01, H13-02, H14-01 and H14-04 in randomized block design during Rabi season of 2017-18 and 2018-19 at Pulses Section, Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar Result: Statistically no significant differences in seed yield was recorded between 15th October and 15th November sowing, however, further delay in sowing to 15th December showed significant reduction in seed yield while maximum values for recorded physiological parameters in chickpea genotypes were found in 15th November sowing and minimum in 15th December sowing. Among genotypes maximum physiological parameters and seed yield were observed in H12-64 and H13-01 while minimum were found in H14-04.
Lactation, Shared Decision-Making, and the 2023 U.S. Perinatal HIV Guidelines
Authors: Barta Kelsie R.
Published: May 2023

Abstract:Updated perinatal human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) guidelines emphasize patient-centered care when making infant feeding decisions for individuals living with HIV.
Au-delà du DES-II : dépister les troubles dissociatifs en thérapie EMDR
Authors: Leeds Andrew M. , Madere Jennifer A. , Michael Coy D.
Published: May 2023

L’échelle des expériences dissociatives (DES-II) reste l’outil de dépistage rapide le plus largement utilisé pour repérer les symptômes dissociatifs, malgré les limites de l’instrument et de la formation de ses utilisateurs. Les procédures standard de la thérapie de désensibilisation et de retraitement par les mouvements oculaires (EMDR) nécessitent une évaluation clinique approfondie et un dépistage systématique de la présence d’un trouble dissociatif. Cela permet de développer une conceptualisation précise du cas avant les phases de préparation et de retraitement des traumatismes de la thérapie EMDR. Le fait de se fier aux notes moyennes du DES-II comme mesure unique de traits dissociatifs – en particulier chez les personnes rapportant des antécédents de négligence ou de maltraitance dans leur petite enfance – est insuffisant pour déterminer si l'on peut retraiter en toute sécurité les souvenirs traumatiques. Les lignes directrices de la Société internationale pour l’étude du traumatisme et de la dissociation (ISSTD) pour le traitement du trouble dissociatif de l’identité chez les adultes, troisième révision, le relèvent : l’emploi de la thérapie EMDR standard avec des personnes souffrant d’un trouble dissociatif non reconnu a été signalé comme un risque de dommage important. Les pratiques standard des cliniciens formés à l'EMDR en matière de dépistage des troubles dissociatifs doivent évoluer au-delà d'une confiance aveugle dans le DES-II : l'utilisation systématique d'un examen de l'état mental (MSE) et d'outils de diagnostic fiables est impérative. Plusieurs outils d’évaluation pertinents sont passés ici en revue, avec leurs forces et leurs limites. Les auteurs recommandent aux cliniciens d’appliquer ces approches même si leur intention est d’écarter des personnes dont les difficultés se situent en dehors de leur champ d’action ou de leur plan de recherche.
The Role of OSCE and EU Cooperation in Resolving the Russia-Ukraine Conflict
Authors: Mahilaj Sara
Published: May 2023

The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has had significant consequences not only for the two states but also for the international community. The Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) and the European Union (EU) have played crucial roles in resolving the conflict, with their cooperation being essential for creating a peaceful and stable outcome. This paper aims to analyze the role of OSCE and EU cooperation in resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict and identify the challenges and areas for improvement in their coordination based on a qualitative approach. The OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine (SMM) and the European Union Satellite Centre (SatCen) were particularly instrumental in providing unbiased monitoring and reporting of violations of the ceasefire agreement. Despite the challenges faced in coordinating their efforts, this paper presents that SMM and SatCen have proven to be valuable tools in promoting peace, security, and respect for human rights in the conflict-affected region. Thus, through this paper scholars could use it as a reference to start to study more the SatCen relevance and SMM role, to explain relations between EU and OSCE through their influential tools. The OSCE and EU have been actively engaged in conflict resolution efforts, with a focus on diplomatic and economic sanctions against Russia. In reviewing the OSCE’s cooperation with the EU, this paper suggests that they need to find other ways to minimize their limitations. The lack of political will and agreement among member states has weakened the effectiveness of the OSCE, while the EU's sanctions policy has been questioned as a means of resolving the conflict. The paper suggests that the OSCE should focus on strengthening its capacity for conflict prevention, management, and resolution as well as monitoring and reporting on violations of human rights. The EU should increase economic assistance to Ukraine and find other ways to cooperate with the OSCE to address human rights concerns and support a peaceful resolution to the conflict. Ultimately, the paper argues that a comprehensive and inclusive approach is needed to effectively address the conflict and promote sustainable peace and stability in the region.
Viewpoint: The Physics in the New Era of Computing
Authors: Kamberaj Hiqmet
Published: May 2023

The 21st century is the Information Age, characterised by an economy based on information computerisation. In this new era of computing, the role of physics is becoming crucial and practical. Thus, physics is not seen anymore as an abstract and purely academic endeavour. This study addresses physics inventions' contributions to computer science, society, and the economy. In particular, the physics discoveries in superconductivity, quantum mechanics, elementary particle physics, vacuum tubes, transistors and integrated circuits, electronic digital computer, fibre optics, lasers, and quantum computers will be discussed.
Hypoglycemic Activity of Hydro-Acetonic and HydroMethanolic Leaf and Bark Extracts of Bauhinia rufescens Lam in Mice
Authors: Niang Lahat , Seid Ali Mahamat , Faye Papa Guédel , Ayessou Nicolas Cyrille , Cisse Mady
Published: May 2023

The purpose of this study was to determine the hypoglycaemic effects of leaf and bark extracts of Bauhinia rufescens Lam, used in traditional medicine for diabetes in Senegal. Phytochemical screening of hydromethanolic and hydro-acetonic extracts obtained from leaves and barks was carried out according to standard analytical methods. Experiments were carried out on normoglycemic and diabetic mice. These were obtained after the injection of a single dose of glucose (4 g/kg of body weight). The results showed that polyphenolic compounds, tannins, and flavonoids were the main phytochemical constituents of the extracts. Then the oral administration of the different extracts of Bauhinia rufescens Lam at doses of 500, 700, and 1000 mg/kg of body weight led to a significant reduction in blood sugar (p < 0.05), similar to the antidiabetic action of glibenclamide (10 mg/kg of body weight). Whatever the organ and the extraction solvent, the doses of 500 and 700 mg/kg of body weight induced dose-dependent hypoglycemia, just like glibenclamide. These results show that the metabolites revealed in the extracts could be responsible for their hypoglycemic effects. Thus, supported by a complete chemical study with a view to isolating the active substances responsible for the antidiabetic effect is possible. It will be allowed to formulate from a phytomedicine with potential for diabetes which makes possible their uses by populations for treatment of diabetes.
Prevalence of Substance Abuse among Secondary School Students in Lagos State of Nigeria
Authors: Onigbogi Olanrewaju , Ojo Omobola , Babalola Oluwatoyin
Published: May 2023

Background: Substance abuse among Nigerian in-school youth has been on the rise in recent times with attendant physical and mental health consequences. This study aimed at determining the awareness and knowledge of, attitude to, and prevalence of substance abuse among senior secondary school students in Lagos State of Nigeria. Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted among senior secondary school students in Lagos using the multistage sampling technique. A pre-tested structured, self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data which was analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 21. The level of significance for statistical analysis was set at p ≤0.05 at a 95% Confidence Interval. Pearson’s Chi square and Fisher's exact tests were used to determine the association between categorical variables. Results: A total of 422 students participated in the study with a mean age of 16.30 ± 1.72 years. Three hundred and seventy-eight respondents (89.6%) indicated that they were aware of substance abuse with television being the commonest first source of information, 134 (35.5%). The overall knowledge of students on substance abuse was good (66.9%) and the attitude to substance abuse was positive among 233 respondents (61.6%). The overall prevalence of substance abuse was 8.3% and the most commonly used substances were opiates such as codeine-containing cough syrup and tramadol (11.6%), followed by tranquilizers (9%), hallucinogens (5.6%) and amphetamines (5.3%) with the influencers of use being mainly family friends (31.4%), parents (22.9%) and peers (22.9%). Conclusion: The study revealed that despite overall good knowledge and positive attitudes, substance abuse remained a practice in this group. There is a need to implement school-wide positive behavioral programs to reduce prevalence and supply reduction interventions to reduce the availability of these substances. There is also a need for further studies to explore the other drivers and facilitators of this phenomenon.
Pilares provisionales prototipados como alternativa a los pilares provisionales de poliéter éter-cetona
Authors: Valencia-Llanos Carlos-Humberto , Muñoz-Vélez Mario-Fernando , Rodríguez-Paz Martha-Lucia , Mosquera-Victoria Isabella , Viveros-Rebolledo Carlos-Alberto , Barragán-Paredes Maria-Alejandra
Published: May 2023

Una etapa muy importante en el proceso de rehabilitación oral de los pacientes con implantes dentales es la provisionalización, la cual da una idea de la futura restauración y permite la creación del perfil de emergencia de la encía, pero también da al paciente la oportunidad de tener una solución estética y funcional hasta el final cuando se fabrican las prótesis definitivas. Para soportar la restauración provisional, se utilizan pilares provisionales; estos pueden ser metálicos o poliméricos. Actualmente, la mayoría de las empresas productoras de implantes suministran pilares provisionales de Poliéter éter-cetona (PEEK), un material estético con buenas propiedades mecánicas, pero con escasa adherencia al polimetilmetacrilato (PMMA). Considerando que el PMMA es el material más utilizado para la fabricación de coronas provisionales, pero su adherencia con los pilares actuales no es la mejor, se han realizado diferentes investigaciones para mejorar esta unión. Este trabajo propone el uso de pilares provisionales fabricados mediante impresión 3D a partir de una resina de fotopolimerización, que ya ha tenido otras aplicaciones en el campo dental. Las propiedades mecánicas de los pilares de PEEK prefabricados se compararon con los pilares obtenidos por impresión 3D, encontrándose que, en las pruebas de comprensión, los pilares de PEEK se comportaron mejor con una diferencia estadísticamente significativa; no se encontraron diferencias significativas en las pruebas de flexión; mientras que en las pruebas de adherencia los pilares de resina tuvieron un mejor comportamiento, siendo la diferencia estadísticamente significativa.
Fotogrametría para realidad aumentada, un método de bajo costo aplicado al modelado 3D en escuelas secundarias
Authors: Quintero-Madroñero Jairo-Hernando , Baldiris-Navarro Silvia-Margarita , Cerón-Cháves Jhoni-Ricardo , Burgos Daniel , Muñoz-Erazo Yerson , Jurado-Ortega Luis-Carlos , Meneses-Díaz Edinson-José
Published: May 2023

La realidad aumentada (RA) es una tecnología emergente, se ha destacado por apoyar el proceso educativo en distintos niveles, complementado y potenciado con el incremento del uso de dispositivos móviles en la actualidad. En ese sentido, se han identificado en la práctica y en la literatura, algunas barreras que minimizan el desarrollo de aplicaciones móviles con esta tecnología, principalmente en los niveles de básica primaria y secundaria, una de ellas es el modelado 3D, el cual puede demandar mayor tiempo y a la vez convertirse en un trabajo desafiante en ese nivel educativo. Para abordar esta preocupación, se ha diseñado un método orientado a usuarios con bajos conocimientos digitales, complementado con una serie de recomendaciones que permiten hacer uso de la técnica de fotogrametría para generar modelos tridimensionales de forma fácil, asequible y de bajo costo, para validar el método se ha creado un equipo de co-creación de profesores y estudiantes de grado décimo de bachiller, encargados de construir los objetos 3D para tres aplicaciones móviles desarrolladas en diferentes temáticas, a su vez, la evaluación se realizó desde dos perspectivas, primero el grupo de co-creación analiza la calidad de cada uno de los objetos generados, en una segunda instancia, las aplicaciones fueron evaluadas por un grupo de expertos en el tema, teniendo en cuenta su funcionamiento según heurísticas de usabilidad. En un caso de estudio, los estudiantes a su vez, también participaron en la evaluación de una aplicación. Los resultados de calidad y acoplamiento en cada uno de los desarrollos, han demostrado ser prometedores para futuros desarrollos en el campo educativo, incluso para otros niveles siguiendo el método propuesto.
Análisis de la Situación: Enfermedad por el Virus de Marburg en Guinea Ecuatorial y Tanzania
Authors: Rohan Hana
Published: May 2023

Este informe proporciona una imagen global de los brotes de la enfermedad por el virus de Marburg en Guinea Ecuatorial y Tanzania, así como los factores coyunturales a tener en cuenta para implementar medidas de respuesta en ambos países. Ha sido redactado por Hana Rohan (asesora independiente) con la colaboración de Juliet Bedford (Anthrologica). Fue publicado el 10 de mayo de 2023 bajo la responsabilidad de la SSHAP.
THE INFLUENCE OF BRANDING CREDIBILITY ON WORD OF MOUTH THROUGH CUSTOMER SATISFACTION AND CUSTOMER SATISFACTION AND CUSTOMER LOYALTY AT INDOMARET SURABAYA SUPERMARKET
Authors: Gayatri Angelina , Gultom Elyzabet , Fransisca Imelda , Tiwow Trifena Ferren
Published: May 2023

This article provides analysis for retail developments to retain customers and acquire new customers, rapid business development, and tight business development can affect certain variables. The method used is the brand credibility method by creating satisfaction and loyalty to a word of mouth that can have a positive impact on customers and businesspeople. The research approach used is the technical research of Indomaret Swalayan respondents by means of an approach between customers as consumer actors.
Stakeholder Perspectives on the Ethics of AI in Distance-Based Higher Education
Authors: Holmes Wayne , Iniesto Francisco , Anastopoulou Stamatina , Boticario Jesus G.
Published: May 2023

Increasingly, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is having an impact on distance-based higher education, where it is revealing multiple ethical issues. However, to date, there has been limited research addressing the perspectives of key stakeholders about these developments. The study presented in this paper sought to address this gap by investigating the perspectives of three key groups of stakeholders in distance-based higher education: students, teachers, and institutions. Empirical data collected in two workshops and a survey helped identify what concerns these stakeholders had about the ethics of AI in distance-based higher education. A theoretical framework for the ethics of AI in education was used to analyse that data and helped identify what was missing. In this exploratory study, there was no attempt to prioritise issues as more, or less, important. Instead, the value of the study reported in this paper derives from (a) the breadth and detail of the issues that have been identified, and (b) their categorisation in a unifying framework. Together these provide a foundation for future research and may also usefully inform future institutional implementation and practice.
Partnering Higher Education and K–12 Institutions in OER: Foundations in Supporting Teacher OER-Enabled Pedagogy
Authors: Arispe Kelly , Hoye Amber
Published: May 2023

Open educational resources (OER) are disproportionately created and/or accessed by institutions of higher education as compared to K–12 even though teachers confront the challenge of outdated teaching materials or, worse, an increasing trend by school districts to discontinue textbook adoption altogether. In this paper, we describe a sustainable and innovative example of OER-enabled pedagogy (OEP) that partners teachers and students across institutional boundaries to address these problems. The Pathways Project (PP) is a higher education and K–12 community of 350 world-language teachers, students, and staff that engage in the 5Rs (retain, reuse, revise, remix, and redistribute) of OEP with a repository of more than 800 OER ancillary activities that support standards-based pedagogy for 10 world languages and cultures. The PP is innovative because it fosters renewable assignments for the entire disciplinary ecosystem unlike most OEP studies that discuss renewable assignments limited to a single course. Teacher education is one of the best places to engage OEP because teachers are trained to personalize and contextualize OER materials for their local classroom needs. In so doing, the PP community receives timely discipline-specific professional development that is in high demand, especially in rural communities where teachers are isolated. Higher education-K–12 OEP partnerships are rare, and yet teacher education programs exist in most universities and can be a logical place to start. This paper provides concrete examples and practical steps that are transferable to other disciplines looking to engage in similar types of OER-OEP collaboration and community engagement.
Critical Issues in Open and Distance Education Research
Authors: Xiao Junhong
Published: May 2023

Despite its mainstreaming into the broader educational ecology, open and distance education (ODE) still leaves much to be desired in terms of both practice and research. Inspired and informed by the author’s 35 years of experience as an ODE practitioner, researcher, reviewer, and editor, this article concentrates on 10 critical issues of ODE research that have long existed but may have a consequential impact on its healthy growth. The issues discussed cover scarcity of longitudinal research, paucity of scaling-up and generalization research, preference for success over failure presented in research, the need for a systems approach, lack of sociocultural sensitivity, technologization of research, scant attention to ODE for the underprivileged and disadvantaged, insufficient research on ODE policy, negligence of historical research, and disinterest in revisiting ODE theories. The causes of these problems are critically interpreted and their possible negative impacts on the field of ODE are explored in a concise manner. The purpose of this article is to encourage further discussion and debate on ODE research to sustain its presence and acceptance as a legitimate mode of education in the wider educational community.
Is My MOOC Learner-Centric? A Framework for Formative Evaluation of MOOC Pedagogy
Authors: Shah Veenita , Murthy Sahana , Iyer Sridhar
Published: May 2023

MOOCs popularly support the diverse learning needs of participants across the globe. However, literature suggests well-known scepticism regarding MOOC pedagogy which questions the effectiveness of the educational experience offered by it. One way to ensure the quality of MOOCs is through systematic evaluation of its pedagogy with the goal to improve over time. Most existing MOOCs’ quality evaluation methods do not account for the increasing significance of learner-centric pedagogy towards providing a richer learning experience. This paper presents a MOOC evaluation framework (MEF), designed with a strong pedagogical basis underpinned by theory and MOOC design practices, which evaluates the integration of learner-centric pedagogy in MOOCs. Using mixed-methods research, the internal validation was conducted through expert reviews (N = 2), and external validation (N = 13) was conducted in the field to test model usability and usefulness. The framework was classified as “good” (SUS: 78.46) in terms of usability. A high perception of usefulness (84%–92%) was observed for the framework as a formative evaluation tool for assessing the integration of learner-centric pedagogy and bringing a positive change in MOOC design. Different participants acknowledged new learning from varied dimensions of the framework. Participants also recognized that the scores obtained using the MEF truly reflected the efforts taken to incorporate learner-centric design strategies in the evaluated dimensions. The framework focuses on learner-centric evaluation of MOOC design with a goal to facilitate improved pedagogy.
Hubungan Tipe Kepribadian Introvert dan Ekstrovert terhadap Risiko Perilaku Perundungan pada Pelajar di SMK Negeri 5 Jember
Authors: Delendra Geldine Raudina Freshta , Dewi Erti Ikhtiarini , Deviantony Fitrio
Published: May 2023

Bullying behavior in adolescents is still found in the school environment. Introverted and Extroverted personality types can shape teenagers' behavior to risk bullying and shape their personality when they make friends or socialize. Bullying behavior causes bullies to experience problems in social interaction and a lack of empathy intensity. This study aims to analyze the relationship between Introverted and Extroverted personality types on the risk of bullying behavior in adolescents at SMK Negeri 5 Jember. This research method used analytic observational with a cross-sectional approach. Respondents in this study were 147 students of SMK Negeri 5 Jember and used the Stratified Random Sampling technique. The research was conducted online. Chi-Square test bivariate analysis (p<0.05). Introverted and Extroverted Personality Types Questionnaire and the Bullying Behavior Risk Questionnaire. The result was that 75 students (51%) were Extroverted personality types and had high risks of bullying. Adolescents with an extroverted personality type are more at risk of bullying because they easily socialize with peers and the surrounding environment and are more able to express themselves, so they often think bullying is just a joke. This study shows a value of 0.26 (p <0.05), which means there is a relationship between Introverted and Extroverted Personality Types on the Risk of Bullying Behavior.
Description of Parenting Self-Efficacy in Mothers with Infants Age 0-6 Months at Panti Village, Panti District, Jember Regency
Authors: Sukmawati Aprinia Fajar , Susumaningrum Latifa Aini , Nur Kholid Rosyidi Muhammad
Published: May 2023

Infancy (0-6 months) is a golden period as well as a critical period because at this time a process of rapid growth and development occurs and requires a lot of care and precision in the parenting process. One of the factors that can affect the care of infants is parenting self-efficacy. Parenting self-efficacy is a central cognitive element in parenting competence in the form of beliefs that refer to feelings in their role as parents or perceptions of parents' abilities to have a positive influence on children's behavior and development.This research was to identify the description of parenting self-efficacy in mothers of infants aged 0-6 months. The research design was an analytical descriptive research. The technique of collecting data performed was total sampling by taking 90 mother respondents of infants aged 0-6 months. Data were collected using a PMP S-E and  MSPSS questionnaire. The results of the study shows that mothers who have infants aged 0-6 months in Panti Village, Panti District, Jember Regency have high parenting self-efficacy as many as 76 people (84.4%). This shows that mothers have high confidence in their ability to provide care for their infants.
Hubungan Pengetahuan Orang Tua tentang Pencegahan ISPA dengan Kondisi Sanitasi Rumah di Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Ambulu
Authors: Puspita Herlina Dwi , Sulistyorini Lantin , Septiyono Eka Afdi
Published: May 2023

Acute Respiratory Infection (ARI) is a disease that often affects children younger than 5 years caused by viruses or bacteria. ARI can be caused by many factors, such as intrinsic and extrinsic factors. Extrinsic factors include the sanitation conditions of the house, such as occupancy density, ventilation, type of floor, humidity, lighting, and maternal factors, such as level of education, age and knowledge. This study aims to identify whether there is a relationship between parents' knowledge about ISPA prevention and the sanitation conditions of homes in the working area of ​​the Ambulu Health Center. This type of research were descriptive correlational with a cross-sectional approach with a sample of 92 respondents, with a sampling technique using simple random sampling. The results of the chi-square statistical test show the valueρ value = 0.000 (α < 0.05).Data collection was carried out using questionnaires and observation. The results showed that 19 mothers (20.7%) had moderate knowledge and 72 mothers (78.3%) had good knowledge. The sanitary condition of the respondent's house was in the moderate category of 24 (26.1) and the sanitary condition of the house was good as much as 68 (73.9%). It is hoped that health services can provide additional knowledge regarding the prevention of ARI for parents, especially those with children under five. So this can help health services to reduce the number of ARI cases, especially in rural areas that are not exposed to information.
Challenges and opportunities for applying groupwork principles to enhance online learning in social work
Authors: Simon Shirley R , Cohen Marcia B , McLaughlin Donna , Muskat Barbara , White Mary
Published: May 2023

The recent increase in the number of social work courses being offered in online formats raises challenges and opportunities for social work educators. Simultaneously, the literature suggests that group work principles can serve as an important foundation for effective online education. This article examines the obstacles and opportunities for using group work principles to advance effective learning in online education. Three examples of fully online social work classes - a BSW group work course, an MSW group course and an MSW field work seminar - are discussed in order to identify and assess some of these obstacles and opportunities. Recommendations for best practices in online education are identified. The potential role of group work educators as leaders in facilitating effective online learning is also explored.
To what extent are people with intellectual disabilities (ID) active partners in focus group research? A literature review
Authors: Wright Rosa
Published: May 2023

Abstract: Zarb’s (1992) criteria were used to inspect the emancipatory potential met in six pieces of focus group research and the level of collaboration and inclusion for people with ID as ‘active partners’ in research. Selected post-2010 research was sourced from a search of online databases pertinent to nursing, social work and ID. The exercise found that control mostly lies in the hands of academics and clinicians. Research is carried out with people with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities while those with more complex needs are excluded. Power relationships are not closely examined. It is possible to involve people with ID in research using adapted methods and disabled researchers. Firstly, the idea of power and control for active involvement of participants with ID in focus groups is examined. Then recent research is explored through comparative analysis and a discussion. The author concludes that researchers should account more fully for their own positions of power in the medical or social model of disability. Researchers should offer opportunities for criticism and account for the products of research. Turning abstract concepts into concrete examples may benefit participants with intellectual disabilities.Keywords: focus groups; intellectual disabilities; disability research; groupwork; group work
The place of groupwork practice within the lecture theatre: Promoting self-directed learning, student reflection and orbital communication via the entwined endeavours of teaching, role play and facilitation
Authors: Gee Ricky , Towers Chris
Published: May 2023

Abstract: HE is increasingly encouraging rhetorical notions of student centred learning, where the value of pedagogic content is sited upon the student, who is likely to be the novice. Such circumstances place tension upon the lecturer to fulfil policy directives whilst also promoting their discipline. This paper argues that such a predicament can be addressed via the inclusion of groupwork and role play within the lecture theatre, so as to reconcile the interplay between teaching and facilitation. The paper illustrates its argument via lecturer and student reflections; promoting a beneficial form of pedagogy which provides opportunities for students to share lived experiences so as to encourage reflection upon theory learnt. The pedagogy also allows for students to engage in and thus understand group dynamics and groupwork practices so as to be better placed to evaluate their own learning. Keywords: facilitation; teaching; orbital communication; co-construction of knowledge; self-directed groupwork; large groups; higher education; role play
How leading a workshop can be a real eye-opener
Authors: Genke John
Published: May 2023

Abstract: This article describes in narrative form the author’s experience of personal and professional insight as a result of planning and leading a performing arts-based workshop at the 2013 IASWG Group Work Camp. He shows how this insight occurred in a parallel process with the workshop participants as a result of his willingness to take risks, to share power, and to take a stance of uncertainty when appropriate. The article shows what some of the theoretical concepts of groupwork – such as planning, purpose, stages of development, use of authority, use of program and evaluation – look like in action. Throughout the article, the author reveals the internal struggle of a conscientious groupworker trying to balance the exigencies of normal self-doubt with necessary and appropriate self-reflection.Keywords: mistakes; stance of uncertainty; beginner’s mind; total theater; risk; inner monster; middles; haiku; interdependency; group work; groupwork
Camps aren’t just for kids: The power of group work as an adult at IASWG Group Work Camp
Authors: Perron Kristen
Published: May 2023

Abstract: This is a reflection of an emerging professional social worker on her development of understanding groupwork through experiences at camp growing up in north-central United States as well as attending the International Association for Social Work with Groups’ inaugural Group Work Camp in 2009. The experience of Group Work Camp was such a meaningful experience of the power of groups, she took on a leadership role in planning Group Work Camp 2013. This reflection also describes the importance of ice breaker activities and how they connect with groupwork principles. It details one specific ice breaker, chosen intentionally to lay the groundwork for group cohesion at Group Work Camp 2013.Keywords: ice breaker; groupwork; reflection; camp; group work
Editorial:A groupwork of things
Authors: Doel Mark
Published: May 2023

The editorial considers the use of objects to illustrate abstract and complex ideas and its applicability to groupwork
New technologies and creative practices in teaching groupwork
Authors: Byrne Anne , McGovern Marguerita , Bradley Ciara
Published: May 2023

Abstract: This paper introduces the use of new technologies and creative practices in teaching groupwork within two applied Irish postgraduate MA courses (Social Work and Community Development). By reflecting on experiences of teaching groupwork through the use of visual biographies, mask making, aural and video podcasting, the authors argue that creative teaching works to integrate experiential, practical and theoretical knowledge of groupwork. A more widespread adoption and evaluation of creative technologies in teaching groupwork to enhance student learning and affirm professional competencies is proposed.Keywords: social work; community development; creative technologies; podcasting; mask-making; visual biographies; group work; groupwork
Do groupthink symptoms reflect a single social influence process?
Authors: Henningsen David Dryden , Henningsen Mary Lynn Miller , Russell Gregory Allen
Published: May 2023

Groupthink as a theory is established so that the symptoms of groupthink are considered parts of a single decision-making process. Evidence indicates that groupthink symptoms, however, do not act in a way consistent with the predictions of the theory. A test is conducted to explore the relationship among groupthink symptoms within members in decision-making groups. Findings indicate that different group members experience either internalization or compliance processes. Furthermore, minority and majority members were found to report different levels of compliance pressures during group discussion. Although the results raise questions about groupthink they are consistent with the linear discrepancy model of influence in groups.Keywords: group decision-making; group dynamics; groupthink; social influence; groupwork; group work
A Group Treatment for Displaced Survivors of Persecution: A Reflective Account Through a Psychosocial Lens
Authors: Murakami Nancy J , Chen HangYi
Published: May 2023

Millions of displaced survivors of persecution are navigating the impacts of both human rights violations and being forced to flee their homes, communities and nations. Their broad, pervasive, and complex psychosocial needs can develop into chronic and severe issues if they are not addressed. There is limited literature on clinical interventions and approaches that have a primary goal of promoting psychosocial health of displaced survivors of targeted persecution. The Orientation Group, developed by the Bellevue/NYU Program for Survivors of Torture in New York City, is one brief psychoeducational and skills-based group intervention aiming to support the psychosocial wellbeing of displaced survivors of torture, political oppression and other forms of persecution. Although not yet empirically studied, this group intervention has more than a decade of anecdotal support. This paper provides a reflective account of the Orientation Group and offers recommendations for enhancing the intervention.
Repair the World: Group Work in the Deggendorf Displaced Persons Center, 1945-1946
Authors: Gardella Lorrie Greenhouse
Published: May 2023

This paper explores the formation of a transitory community in the UNRRA Displaced Persons Center in Deggendorf, Germany, where Jewish Holocaust survivors used social group work to preserve their past, to restore humane values, and to prepare for new lives.  Social activism through task groups and activity groups affirmed individual and community self-determination while promoting recovery from trauma.  The experience of the She’erith Hapleitah or “surviving remnant,” as they called themselves, though historically specific, has implications for group work with migrants today.
Setting the Table: Trauma-Informed Groupwork in Challenging Times
Authors: Gherardi Stacy A , Gurrola Maria , Tafoya Joshua , Garling-Spychala Bethany
Published: May 2023

Political developments across the globe have created circumstances in which many feel increasingly threatened by forces of political oppression. These forces have been especially pronounced for communities of color and immigrant communities in the United States in the last several years, creating a context that is ripe for the restorative and transformative potential of groupwork. In this paper, we describe our experiences as social work faculty in a university community Southwestern United States as we sought to implement a year-long groupwork initiative following the 2016 elections. Utilizing an open and self-directed approach, these inclusive dialogues were intended to provide opportunities for mutual understanding and collective action. Participant feedback suggested that they were largely positive experiences; however, attendance and deep engagement were continual challenges. In reflecting on these experiences we conclude that deeper attention to the concept of political trauma and a more explicitly trauma-informed approach to group planning, formation, and engagement could have supported our efforts. In response, we propose a framework which integrates the Sanctuary model of trauma-informed care with a pedagogy of political trauma as a means of conceptualizing trauma-informed groupwork in response to political oppression.
Use of the Labyrinth in Mutual-Aid Group work
Authors: Molina Olga , Nyiransekuye Hadidja , Jacinto George A.
Published: May 2023

Labyrinth walking is a centuries old practice that has been used by many diverse cultural groups for spiritual growth and self-awareness. In the last few decades, labyrinths have been used in hospitals, schools, prisons, and churches for psychotherapeutic purposes. Today social workers and mental health practitioners, to aid in individual and family counseling, use the finger labyrinth, wherein participants use the index finger to trace within lines of a paper labyrinth. The purpose of this article is to introduce the use of the finger labyrinth in mutual aid group work, because it offers a dynamic approach to problem solving and enhances cognitive, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of group work. The auditory, visual, and kinesthetic nature of finger walking the labyrinth allows group members to use all the senses when working through a range of issues. This article discusses and demonstrates how the finger labyrinth can be utilized in mutual aid group work. An example of a 7-week mutual aid group using the finger labyrinth technique is presented. Group workers are encouraged to incorporate the finger walking labyrinth techniques into mutual aid groups in a variety of settings.  Keywords: group work, labyrinth, finger labyrinth, problem solving, mutual aid groups
Comparative view of reactive hyperemia perfusion changes in the upper-limb by laser Doppler flowmetry and optoacoustic tomography and meta-analysis
Authors: Faloni de Andrade Sérgio , Granja Tiago , Monteiro Rodrigues Luis
Published: May 2023

Laser Doppler flowmetry (LDF) is one of the most used technologies to access human in vivo blood perfusion. However, its single point measurement capacity in a depth that likely is lower than 1 mm, are major criticisms that limit its utility. New image-based techniques such as Optoacoustic Tomography (OAT) allow the non-invasive observation of larger tissue areas with greater spatial resolution. In this work, we compared synchronized LDF and OAT data during a Post-Occlusion Reactive Hyperemia (PORH) maneuver in the upper limb (occlusion of the brachial artery). Measurements were obtained in the volar forearm (OAT and LDF) and in the fingertip (LDF). All procedures respected the principles of good clinical practices for human research purposes. Results confirm that LDF and OAT signals are significantly correlated at the superficial plexus. LDF does not detect deeper vascular structures of the skin but, even so, it is still very useful to access perfusion in areas with higher capillary density such as the fingertip.
La cultura material y sus reducciones
Authors: Algranti Joaquín
Published: May 2023

El libro organizado por Renata Menezes y Rodrigo Toniol lleva adelante una operación de retorno —pensando a la manera de Emilio de Ípola (2007)— sobre un tópico clásico, casi formativo, de las ciencias sociales como es la pregunta aparentemente sencilla por el lugar que ocupan “las cosas” en los dominios infra-ordinarios de la vida social. Esta pregunta del pasado vuelve pero renovada, trae consigo, por lo menos, dos innovaciones importantes: la primera es la focalización analítica en la variedad y extensión de los mundos religiosos, acentuando su carácter lábil, cambiante, decididamente imperfecto. Y la segunda consiste en la recuperación —a tono con los movimientos intelectuales anglosajones y europeos en antropología— de un enfoque de impronta fenomenológica que prioriza la ontología nativa y la experiencia primaria en el estudio de las materialidades sagradas.
Jean-Pierre Chabloz e a campanha de mobilização de trabalhadores para a Amazônia (1943): cartaz e estudo preliminar em confronto
Authors:   Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Moraes Ana Carolina Albuquerque de
Published: May 2023

Significativa foi a atuação de Jean-Pierre Chabloz (1910-1984) no ambiente cultural do estado do Ceará. Artista plástico, crítico de arte, publicitário, músico e agitador cultural, o suíço veio a desenvolver profundo vínculo emocional com o estado, o que pode ser constatado em livro de sua autoria, postumamente publicado, intitulado Revelação do Ceará. A Fortaleza, chegou em 1943, convidado para atuar como responsável pela propaganda da “Campanha da Borracha”, parte dos esforços do governo Vargas para cumprir os acordos estabelecidos com o governo dos Estados Unidos no ano anterior. Desenvolveu essa atividade de modo vigoroso, embora por apenas seis meses, após os quais pediu demissão do encargo. Mas intensa e historicamente valorosa foi sua produção nesse período, de modo a merecer, no ano em que se comemora o centenário de seu nascimento, exposição dedicada a ampliar a visibilidade sobre esse material: a mostra “Vida Nova na Amazônia” esteve em cartaz, de maio a julho de 2010, no Museu de Arte da Universidade Federal do Ceará (MAUC).
O labirinto, o barracão e a Nova Babilônia
Authors:   Universidade de São Paulo, Lopes Ana Carolina Fróes Ribeiro
Published: May 2023

A investigação da idéia-projeto do Barracão do artista brasileiro Hélio Oiticica (1937-1980) e do projeto New Babylon do artista holandês Constant Nieuwenhuis (1920 – 2005) descortina uma série de conexões entre o movimento europeu denominado Internacional Situacionista (1957 – 1972) e o artista brasileiro. Apesar de ambos terem partilhado de um caráter essencialmente revolucionário da arte, buscando sua superação, e de terem retomado, em meados dos anos 1960, o ideal vanguardista do início do século e, sobretudo, o tom niilista das vanguardas irracionalistas dos movimentos anti-arte como o Dadaísmo e o Surrealismo, observa-se, no entanto, na trajetória de Oiticica, uma postura voltada para questões locais da realidade brasileira, enquanto os situacionistas pretendiam-se internacionais, alimentando a perspectiva de difusão em âmbito internacional de suas idéias e propostas revolucionárias.
Notas sobre Raul Pompéia e a crítica de arte
Authors:   Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Silveira Éder
Published: May 2023

Apesar de Raul Pompéia (1863-1895) ser um dos nomes canônicos da história da literatura brasileira, quase tudo o que se escreve a seu respeito, ainda hoje, se concentra em sua obra máxima, O Ateneu (1888). É bastante provável que as circunstâncias que cercaram a sua vida e a sua obra tenham contribuído para que ele tenha se tornado, na prática, mais um autor de um só livro. Ainda que os poemas em prosa de Canções sem Metro ou a sátira As jóias da Coroa sejam criações literária de grande interesse, assim como o são os seus escritos políticos, as suas crônicas do cotidiano e as suas crônicas sobre a arte, esse material pouco se estuda.
Câncer: um diálogo entre o cinema e as artes visuais
Authors:   Universidade Federal Fluminense, Real Elizabeth Maria Mendonça
Published: May 2023

Câncer, terceiro longa-metragem dirigido por Glauber Rocha, foi rodado em poucos dias em agosto de 1968, no Rio de Janeiro. Filmado na bitola 16mm, não chegou a ser exibido em circuito comercial. Até então, o diretor havia lançado dois filmes considerados marcos da produção cultural brasileira e que tiveram ressonância no panorama do cinema internacional: Deus e o diabo na terra do sol, de 1964, e Terra em transe, de 1967.