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Les Italiens à Bône (1865-1940)
Authors: Vermeren Hugo
Published: May 2022

Quelles sont les raisons qui ont poussé des milliers d’Italiens et d’Italiennes à franchir la Méditerranée au XIXe siècle et à s’installer en Algérie ? Comment la ville de Bône (Annaba), à l’origine petit port du Maghreb oriental, est-elle devenue le premier lieu d’implantation italienne pendant la colonisation française ? Dans quelle mesure ces étrangers ont-ils participé à la formation d’une population française outre-Méditerranée ? Ce livre retrace les parcours des immigrants italiens qui se sont installés à Bône du milieu du XIXe siècle au début de la Seconde guerre mondiale à l’appui d’archives inédites conservées en France, en Italie et en Algérie. La contribution des Italiens au peuplement européen de l’Algérie, au développement de ses villes portuaires et des activités maritimes, est encore aujourd’hui méconnue. Le cas de Bône et de ses pêcheurs italiens est à ce titre éclairant. Il inscrit les migrations italiennes dans des pratiques de longue durée et des stratégies bien déterminées, contrastant avec l’image récurrente de migrants poussés par la faim et la misère. L’histoire des Italiens de Bône nous invite à repenser la manière dont s’est formée la population des Français d’Algérie et à reconsidérer la place occupée par les étrangers dans la société coloniale algérienne. Au cœur de ce livre, l’étude des politiques d’immigration et de naturalisation menées par la France sur les territoires de son empire colonial témoigne d’une contradiction constante entre cosmopolitisme colonial et intégration « à la française ». Cette recherche replace également Bône, et plus largement l’Algérie, au centre d’un espace méditerranéen convoité au sein duquel se tissent les relations parfois tendues entre la France et l’Italie.
Modelling the Influencing Factors on Mobile Learning Tools
Authors: Dolawattha D. D. M. , Premadasa H. K. S. , Jayaweera Prasad M.
Published: May 2022

In this study, the authors concerned about influencing factors on mobile learning tools for the applicable and sustainable mobile learning environment. The authors proposed an impact model with five influencing factors namely usefulness, interactivity, motivation, facilitating conditions, and ease of use. The 60 students and 60 teachers in different learning and teaching disciplines in higher education institutions were involved in this study to evaluate the model. Initially, they were asked to fill the pre-usage questionnaire with their initial mobile learning experience. Then, they were allowed to use mobile learning tools in the Moodle Mobile app and allowed to fill the post-usage questionnaire. The results reveal that the most significant influencing factor is the ease of use among others. Hence, the study concluded that ease of use would be the most significant factor to be considered when designing mobile learning tools in the mobile learning environment.
Optimization of Production Decisions Under Resource Constraints and Community Priorities
Authors: Nestorenko Tetyana , Nestorenko Oleksandr , Morkunas Mangirdas , Volkov Artiom , Balezentis Tomas , Streimikiene Dalia , Cai Jinyang
Published: May 2022

The current paper proposes analytical solution of the problem of optimal allocation of resources in the game of two parties, based on the production function of Cobb-Douglas with constant returns under changing scale of production. The Edgeworth box is used to derive the main scientific findings of this research, namely: the analytic representation of Contract Curve; Community indifference curve, a production possibility frontier curve under Cobb-Douglas production function, analytical representation of the solution of maximization income in solving resource allocation problem. The proposed technique is more suitable for practical applicability compared with prevailing theoretical resource allocation models based on Cobb-Douglas production function.
LIMITES E DECORRÊNCIAS DA TEORIA DAS NECESSIDADES HUMANAS DE ABRAHAM HAROLD MASLOW
Authors: Amorim de Oliveira André , Ferreira Silva Fabiana
Published: May 2022

Estudos sobre a motivação humana são desenvolvidos por autores de várias áreas de conhecimento, inclusive, nas Ciências Sociais Aplicadas. Neste contexto, esta pesquisa teve como objetivo analisar a produção acadêmica nacional (brasileira) acerca das limitações e decorrências da Teoria das Necessidades Humanas de Abraham H. Maslow. Em relação aos procedimentos metodológicos, realizou-se uma pesquisa qualitativa, caracterizada como exploratória, descritiva e bibliográfica, respaldando-se em uma revisão sistemática baseada em duas bibliotecas eletrônicas com periódicos de grande relevância. Dentre os principais resultados, foram identificados como limites da Teoria das Necessidades Humanas: a falta de comprovação científica/empírica; a hierarquização das necessidades; e a desconsideração das condições socioeconômicas dos indivíduos. Quanto às decorrências da referida teoria constatou-se que ela inspirou diversos autores ao longo da história na proposição de novas teorias da motivação. Por fim, considerando o corpus da pesquisa, ressalta-se que os indivíduos são movidos por diferentes necessidades e estas precisam ser identificadas, refletidas e analisadas pelos Administradores que atuam em diferentes tipos de organizações.
Synthesis of Patchouli Acetate and Propionate from Patchouli Oil through Esterification Reaction Using Homogeneous and Heterogeneous Catalysts
Authors: Priatmoko Priatmoko , Mardjan Muhammad Idham Darussalam , Juniati Vera
Published: May 2022

Synthesis of patchouli acetate and propionate from patchouli oil and carboxylic acids (acetic acid and propionic acid) has been carried out through esterification reaction. The reaction was carried out at 100 °C for 3 h in the presence of homogeneous (HCl and H2SO4) and heterogeneous (activated zeolite) catalysts. The esterification products were characterized using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometer and Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometer. The results showed that the reaction using acetic acid as the acid precursor in the presence of HCl, H2SO4, and zeolite gave patchouli acetate in 42, 48, and 38%, respectively. In addition, the esterification of patchouli oil using propionic acid in the presence of HCl, H2SO4, and zeolite produced patchouli propionate in 40, 54, and 36%, respectively.
Isolation and Green Methylation of Cardanol from Cashew Nut Shell Liquid
Authors: Anwar Muslih , Rahayu Nining Dwi , Wahyuningsih Tutik Dwi
Published: May 2022

In this work, cardanol was isolated from decarboxylated Cashew Nut Shell Liquid (CNSL) and then methylated using a green reagent, dimethyl carbonate (DMC). The decarboxylated CNSL was obtained from the mechanical press method and followed by heating at 140 °C for 1 hour. Afterward, cardanol was isolated using methanol and ammonium hydroxide, and then extracted with n-hexane. Methylation of cardanol was carried out by the use of DMS and green reagent of DMC, and some variation was done to get the optimum condition, such as variation of the type of phase transfer catalyst (PTC), amount of base K2CO3, the temperature, and time of reaction. It was found that CNSL contains anacardic acid (46%), cardanol (30%), and cardol (23%), while decarboxylated CNSL contains anacardic acid (11%), cardanol (60%), and cardol (19%). The optimum condition of cardanol isolation was obtained by reacting CNSL with methanol and ammonium hydroxide with a volume ratio of 8:5 at room temperature for 2 hours to yield cardanol in 79.01% with 96.59% purity. Furthermore, the optimum condition of green methylation cardanol was achieved at a mole ratio of cardanol:DMC:TBAB:K2CO3 = 5:160:3:3.75 for 10 hours at 200 °C to give methyl cardanol in 82.20% with 96.92% purity.
Research Progress of Rain Erosion of Polyurethane Coating
Authors: Sun Chen Yang , Meng Jiang Yan , Fan Jin Juan , Sun Wei , Liu Chang Kui
Published: May 2022

Polyurethane has excellent impact resistance and chemical resistance, so polyurethane coatings are often selected to protect helicopter rotors. but the impact of rainwater when flying in rainy weather can still cause great damage to the polyurethane coating. In order to effectively improve the working life of the polyurethane coating in the rain erosion environment. This paper introduces the failure mechanism of rainwater erosion. The factors influencing the rain erosion performance of polyurethane coatings were discussed from internal and external factors respectively. And the equipment, test methods and standards of rain erosion were summarized. Finally, the problem that the rotation arm of the equipment cannot reach the rotation speed of the helicopter rotor and the incident angle of water droplets cannot be changed, and the future development direction is prospected.
“Tracheostomy healing time after decannulation”: can we improve it?
Authors: Özkan Kuşcu Özlem , Özcengiz Dilek , Esquinas Antonio M.
Published: May 2022

Dear Editor,
We read with great interest the article “Tracheostomy healing time after decannulation” by Christiansen et al. The authors aimed to determine the tracheostomy wound healing time after decannulation...
Managing COVID-19 Pandemic in the Community: A Primary Health Clinic Experience
Authors: Yusof Nurul Azreen , Juhari Siti Norazlina , Daud Norwati , Pauzi Mohd Faeiz , Ngah Najwa Diyana
Published: May 2022

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has affected several countries worldwide, including Malaysia, with the first reported case occurring in January 2020. Terengganu, a state on the east coast of Malaysia, is finding it challenging to contain the disease by aggressively instituting all public health measures to reduce the number of COVID-19 cases and community transmission. Our primary health clinic, which is situated in a semi-rural district in Terengganu, is also involved in the implementation of containment measures, community risk measurement, and the initial management of COVID-19 cases. The health clinic changed the clinic system for the delivery of healthcare services to avoid overcrowding of patients and adapted innovative ways of providing medical services, such as telemedicine and “drive-through” pharmacy. It also provided continuous health education and awareness regarding COVID-19 to both patients and clinic attendees. The essential element of combating the infection is the effective control of infection in a small, isolated clinic in which space and adequate facilities are known challenges. This study aimed to highlight the flow of COVID-19 management starting from screening, triaging, and management based on protocol, implementation of infection control measures, and training of healthcare workers in our health clinic. The mental health of these workers was managed by the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Unit, as recommended by the Ministry of Health Malaysia. The role of primary care clinics in the ongoing pandemic is currently increasing. Hence, higher authority and the government must increase the number of facilities, human resources, and financial budget to ensure that all initiatives can be implemented effectively.
Lifestyle Interventions for Non-Obese Patients Both with, and at Risk, of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Authors: Zhang Xin-Lei , Wang Ting-Yao , Targher Giovanni , Byrne Christopher D. , Zheng Ming-Hua
Published: May 2022

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease occurring in non-obese subjects (the so-called non-obese NAFLD) is a highly prevalent but neglected liver condition, which is closely associated with metabolic disorders and suboptimal lifestyles. Landmark studies have shown that lifestyle interventions are potentially beneficial in decreasing the risk of developing non-obese NAFLD and in ameliorating NAFLD in non-obese individuals with pre-existing NAFLD. Lifestyle interventions usually refer to changes in eating habits and physical activity, both of which have a powerful effect on non-obese NAFLD and on risk factors for non-obese NAFLD. However, to date, patients and health-care professionals have a poor awareness and understanding of non-obese NAFLD and the beneficial effects of lifestyle interventions in this patient population. The aim of this narrative review is to briefly discuss the evidence for the effects of lifestyle changes and what changes are needed amongst medical personnel and other stakeholders in order to raise awareness of non-obese NAFLD.
COVID-19 Associated Myelitis
Authors: Naphade Pravin , Kotharu Sravya , Rohatgi Shalesh , Nirhale Satish , Rao Prajwal
Published: May 2022

Spinal cord involvement in COVID-19 infections can be varied and may present as acute transverse myelitis, acute necrotizing myelitis, neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder, Myelin oligodendrocyte-associated glycoprotein (MOG) antibody myelitis, and SARS-CoV-2 myelitis. We retrospectively analyzed eight cases of COVID-19-associated myelitis. All patients had only mild antecedent symptoms of COVID-19 infection and were admitted with clinical features of acute transverse myelitis confirmed on neuroimaging. Seven patients had longitudinally extensive transverse myelitis (LETM). Serum Aquaporin-4 antibodies (NMO), cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) oligoclonal bands, and RT PCR for COVID-19 were negative. Serum MOG antibodies were positive in three patients; out of this two had CSF pleocytosis. All patients were treated with steroids followed by plasmapheresis. Five cases showed good improvement (increase in power by grade 2 or more), while three cases that were MOG positive had poor outcomes with either minimal or no improvement. The severity of COVID-19 infection was not related to the development of myelitis. Seven cases had LETM. Response to therapy was not uniform and the presence of MOG antibodies and CSF pleocytosis was associated with poor outcomes.
Effectiveness of COVID-19 Vaccine in Prevention of Mortality Among Moderate-Severe Cases
Authors: Yadav Arun Kumar , Vashisht Kundan , Ghosh Subhodeep , Bobdey Saurabh
Published: May 2022

Introduction:

The present study was conducted for vaccine effectiveness in the prevention of mortality among moderate to severe COVID-19 cases.

Methods:

The study was conducted in a dedicated COVID-19 hospital in Northern India from April 2021 to June 2021. Only moderate and severe COVID-19 cases were admitted to the hospital. All patients with the outcome (recovery or mortality) till 30 June 2021 constitute the study population for the study. The study is designed as a case-control study. The outcome was mortality due to COVID-19. The control group was cases who have recovered. The exposure was vaccination status. The data about the age, sex, and vaccination status including the type of vaccine was collected from the case sheets.

Results:

A total of 735 participants were recruited, out of which 409 patients survived and 326 patients died due to COVID-19 in the hospital. The mean age was 52.80 years (SD = 14.1 years) in the cases group and 60.92 years (SD = 14.97 years) in control group (P = 0.001). 137 (33.50%) were female and 272 (66.50%) were male in the control group while in cases 134 (41.10%) were female and 192 (58.90%) were male (P = 0.03). A total of 473 (64.35%) patients were unvaccinated, 199 (27.07%) were partially vaccinated, and 63 (8.57%) were fully vaccinated. Among the patients who survived, 101 (24.69%) were partially vaccinated and 28 (6.85%) were fully vaccinated; in the cases group, 98 (30.06%) people were partially vaccinated and 35 (10.74%) were fully vaccinated. On multiple regression analysis, there was no association between vaccination status and mortality among moderate and severe cases.

Conclusion:

The present study brought out that there is no association between vaccination and mortality among moderate to severe COVID-19 cases admitted to the makeshift hospital in Delhi.
Presence of SARS-CoV-2 in Human Tears Detected by Quantitative Real Time PCR (qRT-PCR)
Authors: Mishra Neeta , Raut Chandrashekhar , Prasad Neelam , Bhawalkar J. S. , Farooqui Safia , Mirza Shahzad , Madan Veshal V.
Published: May 2022

Background:

COVID-19 has caused a pandemic since the end of the year 2019. Controversy regarding the presence of the SARS-CoV-2 in tears and conjunctival sac has created suspense throughout. Moderate to severe dry eye has been observed in the patients infected with COVID-19.

Material and Method:

We conducted a descriptive, prospective observational study. We enrolled 16 patients fulfilling the inclusion criteria for our study. Patients affected with acute COVID-19 from 28-9-2020 to 9-10-2020 registered at our hospital and willing to participate were included. Tears and conjunctival swabs were taken at the interval of 24 h; consecutively three samples were taken from one COVID-19 infected patient. In total, 48 samples were analyzed by qRT-PCR.

Result:

We had 16 participants, 47% were females and 53% were males; 2/16 [12.5%] patients showed the presence of SARS-CoV-2 in tears and conjunctival swabs. Both the infected patients were females, and they did not have any obvious abnormal ocular conditions. Schirmer strip reading, however, showed a severe dry eye in both the patients.

Conclusion:

We identified dry eye ranging from mild to moderate to severe [Schirmer 1 reading ranged from 2 to 8 mm] in all our patients admitted to the COVID-19 ward. The SARS-CoV-2 gene seems to be mutating. More work needs to be done to find the viral load in the tears and any abnormalities in the eyes accordingly.
Mucosal Injury during Pyloromyotomy: A Report of Three Cases and Review of Literature
Authors: Mondal Partha , Choudhury Sharmistha , Chakraborty Partha , Halder Pankaj
Published: May 2022

ABSTRACT

Mucosal perforation/injury during pyloromyotomy is a rare and frantic complication. The classical technique of repair is a full-thickness approximation (both mucosal repair and serosal repair) and re-pyloromyotomy at the opposite site. Alternatively, the simple primary mucosal repair is also reported. Such mucosal injury can be repaired with equal efficacy using both the classical full-thickness repair and pyloric rotation and primary closure technique in terms of complications and outcome. Here, we describe three cases of iatrogenic mucosal injury, which were treated successfully by full-thickness repair in two cases and one case with a primary mucosal repair.
A Cadaveric Study of Deep Branch of Radial Nerve at Arcade of Frohse
Authors: Sivachidambaram R. , Dilipkumar T. H. , Stellamary A.
Published: May 2022

Background:

The arcade of Frohse (AF) is the most common site for compression of the deep branch of the radial nerve (DBRN). During the surgical fixation of proximal radial shaft fracture, there is a chance of accidental injury to DBRN near the arcade. The objective of the study was to describe the nature of AF, to provide the superficial surgical landmark for DBRN at AF, and to indicate the appropriate position of the forearm for the surgical approach in fracture proximal radial shaft surgery.

Methodology:

The present study was done on 50 upper extremities preserved in 10% formalin. The studied parameters were morphology of AF, forearm length, the distance between the lateral epicondyle and the DBRN at AF, arcade ratio and the distance of DBRN at AF to the biceps tendon in pronated and supinated forearm.

Results:

In 50 upper extremities, the AF was tendinous in 27 limbs (54%), musculotendinous in 19 limbs (38%), and membranous in 4 limbs (8%). The mean forearm length was 234.43 mm. The mean distance from the DBRN to the lateral epicondyle was 48.98 mm. The mean arcade ratio was 0.208 mm. At AF, the mean distance from DBRN to the biceps tendon in pronation and supination was 12.72 mm and 18.98 mm, respectively.

Conclusion:

The most common type of AF is tendinous type. The mean arcade ratio derived from our study was 0.208. It is suggested that the terminal supination of the forearm is the appropriate position for surgical reduction and fixation of proximal radial shaft fracture through the ventral (Henry's) approach.
Next-Gen Maintenance Framework for Urban Air Mobility Vehicles
Authors: Kulkarni Sandeep , Panicker Renju , Kadeppagari Murali , Elahi Imtiaz
Published: May 2022

Urban Air Mobility (UAM) vehicles are set to revolutionize the mobility of man and material in near future. One of the key areas to explore is how operational efficiency can be maximized through the next generation Maintenance framework. The UAM operational models may fundamentally change how aircraft maintenance is conducted. An important aspect of UAM is low altitude flying. This enables cellular technologies to be leveraged for air-to-ground as well as air-to-air communication. This implies a low cost, high speed air-to-ground data pipe is available, which leads to the concept of Digital Twin to be leveraged to optimize the operation and maintenance. This enables near real time availability of the state of UAM vehicle and its subsystems, even when it is flying. This paper captures the Next-Gen Maintenance framework along with several value-added services that can be built around it.
Socio-demographic relationships and management regimes on use of Frundu as fermented famine food in urban Northern Darfur in Sudan
Authors: Mohammed A.E.S. , Elkhalil E.A.I. , Mohamed E.M. , Osman H. A.H. , Elzein A.E.M. elzein , Ahmed E.E.A.
Published: May 2022

Frundu, which in a local term in Darfur for fermented seeds of roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.), is a traditional Sudanese food often used as a meat substitute during famine times. The objective of this study was to assess the relationships between socio-demographic and management regimes on the use of Frundu as a food security commodity in urban Darfur in Sudan. A survey involving 140 respondents was conducted in El-Fashir city markets, where Frundu is a popular commodity in Darfur markets. A semi-structured questionnaire and Chi square analysis were used. It was found that the period of fermentation of Frundu ranged from 3 to 7 days, depending on seasonal temperature. The storage period of Frundu was on average one year. Over 55% of the respondents acknowledged Frundu as critical a coping strategy when famine struck Darfur and the majority of respondents were familiar with Frundu. Frundu is becoming less popular in Darfur for several reasons; including difficulty in obtaining Roselle seeds, competition from the cheapest food items especially during non-famine time; and lack of familiarity with Frundu among young generations. To boost its production, processing and utilisation, farmers should be encouraged to increase its cultivation particularly because it is an important cash crops in Sudan.
Insights in “Khemiss-Tweira” as a famine pearl millet coping strategy in Darfur State, Sudan
Authors: Marouf F. A.E. , Elkhalil E.A. I. , Mohamed E.M. , Osman H.A. H. , Elzein A.E.M. , Ahmed E.E.A.
Published: May 2022

In an effort to intervene in the relentless food shortages during famine periods in Darfur and elsewhere in the country, the Sudanese Government has vested interest in exploiting indigenous food resources that are often given less development attention. The objective of this study was to gain insights in the value and other perceptions associated with, Khemiss-tweira, together with pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum) as a famine coping food security crop in Darfur, Sudan. The study was conducted in the displacement camps in El-Fasher in North Darfur, with a particular focus on Naivasha markets. The data were collected using a semi-structured questionnaire, on a sample size of 140 respondents. The study found that food was mostly scarce during summer times. The majority of respondents (27.9%) used Khemiss-tweira during the famine time. A large proporstion of respondents in El-Fasher (92.1%) were familiar with Khemiss-tweira. The predominate method of preparation Khemiss-tweira was in the sequence of germination-fermentation- baking-drying-adding sugar and salt. The only difference was in the last additions where only peanuts, dates or sesame were the ingredients. The crop could be stored for more than a year without reported deterioration in food value and quality. Khemiss-tweira was commended for high acceptability by majority of the s respondents (91.4%).
Value chain of Balanites aegyptiaca in North Kordofan State in Sudan
Authors: Musa F.I. , Abdelkareem O.E.A. , Abdelrhman H.A. , Eltahir M.E.S. , Fragallah S.D.A. , Mohammed E.M.I. , Tutu S.O.
Published: May 2022

Balanites aegyptiaca (L.) is considered as one of the valuable tree species in Sudan. This study interrogated different actors involved in B. aegyptiaca value chain to estimate the gross margins associated with their segments. The study was conducted during season 2019 in Sheikan Locality, North Kordofan State in Sudan, and involved 86 household head (10% of the population). Results indicated that value chain actors of B. aegyptiaca included fruit collectors, village traders, city merchants, wholesalers, retailers and consumers. Based on gross margins, the wholesalers were the most benefited (36.4%) in the chain, followed by village traders (33.4%), city merchants (17.6%), collectors (9.65%) and lastly retailers (2.94%). It is clear that B. aegyptiaca value chain is mostly influenced by actors at local level.
COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy - A challenge to vaccine uptake among youth in Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alasmri B. S. , Mahmood S. E.
Published: May 2022

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Predictive Study of the Factors and Challenges Affecting the Usability of E-Learning Platforms in the Light of COVID-19
Authors: El-aasar Said Abdelmawgoud , Farghali Gomaa
Published: May 2022

In the light of the accelerating trends in recent years towards the adoption of e-learning and its delivery platforms, e-learning has become a strategic solution to face many challenges, especially those imposed by the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). The findings of previous studies revealed the effectiveness of e-learning in reducing negative effects resulting from COVID-19. However, those studies emphasized the need for more research on the factors that enhance the effectiveness of e-learning, especially those factors related to instructional design, attractiveness, availability, and usability. Therefore, the study explored the factors that affect the usability of e-learning platforms by developing a predictive model to reveal student satisfaction with the use of e-learning platforms. The model consisted of four predictive factors (learnability, efficiency, effectiveness, and the instructional design of electronic content).  In order to achieve the objective of the study, a scale was designed. It included five variables and 36 items. The results concluded that the factors in the scale (learnability, efficiency, effectiveness, and the instructional design of electronic content) contribute to the explanation of 62% of the variance value in the dependent variable (student satisfaction). Also, the factors of the instructional design of electronic content, and the effectiveness of using e-learning platforms showed a high ability to predict usability through the indicator of student satisfaction with the use of e-learning platforms. In addition, the results unveiled that the factors of learnability and efficiency did not show a significant effect in predicting usability. Finally, the prediction model had a moderate degree in predicting the changes that could affect the dependent variable (usability through the indicator of student satisfaction).
Developing Flipbook-based Teaching-Learning Material in the Culinary Arts Program of Unimed
Authors: Mutiara Erli , Emilia Esi
Published: May 2022

The digital era requires learning materials which is easily accessible online or offline. This research and development study aims to develop flipbook-based teaching-learning material for the Indonesian Snacks and Beverages course in the Culinary Arts Program of Unimed. Data were obtained by interviews, questionnaires, and documentation. The teaching-learning material was assessed for feasibility by subject, language, and media experts (3 of each) to assess the content, wording, and design. The trial stage involved 40 students and one lecturer to assess the effectiveness of the material. The data obtained were analyzed descriptively. The results of this study show the problems in the course, such as low motivation of students, lack of parental support, lack of effective teaching-learning material, difficulty in obtaining proper learning sources on the Internet, and limited textbooks for the lecturer. The developed teaching-learning material alleviates some of these problems. The feasibility test results are as follows: subject expert: 3.23 (good); media expert: 3.28 (very good); language expert 3.02 (good). The small group trial stage and field trial results are 3.49 and 3.64, respectively. This finding shows that the developed flipbook-based teaching-learning material is feasible to use in the Indonesian Snacks and Beverages course.
School Environment and School Heads’ Managerial Skills: Looking into their Relationships to School’s Performance
Authors: Gamala Javen J. , Marpa Eliseo P.
Published: May 2022

This study examined the degree of the influence of school environment and school heads managerial skills on school’s performances. Using a correlational method of research, a total of 115 school heads, 1044 teachers, 115 pupils, and 115 parents of public elementary schools in the 6th Congressional District of Negros Occidental, Philippines was chosen as study participants. An expert-validated and standardized questionnaire was used for data collection.  Results show that school environment was moderately favorable while the school heads’ managerial skills and schools’ performances were very high. Results further revealed that school heads’ managerial skills and school environment relates to school performance, however, the relationship is not significant. Although results hold that school heads exhibited managerial skills in a favorable school environment, but this does not mean that it has influence on schools performance as reflected in this study. In this regard, the study suggests examining other factors that might influence school performance.
Male Teachers in Elementary Settings: Perceptions of A Teaching Career
Authors: Garza Eli
Published: May 2022

This study explored the perceptions of teachers who identify as male/male of color teachers about their sense of competence and satisfaction with their choice of career working with young children in elementary settings. This study sought to answer questions about the perceived factors affecting their development as teachers of young children and the potential for improving the recruitment and retention of male teachers in the primary grades. Male and male of color elementary school teachers were invited to share their perceptions of their experiences related to becoming and being a teacher in the primary grades through a questionnaire and interviews. The study found participants felt that their experience as teachers was informed by uniquely gendered factors, such as their male and/or intersectional identities and the associated perspectives and experiences as well as by more global factors such as their commitment to their professional expertise as effective teachers. Overall, the study suggests that both gendered and global factors have implications for recruitment and retention given that they contribute to male and male of color teachers’ sense of competence and satisfaction teaching young children in elementary settings.
Investigation of the Relationship between Estimation Skill, Estimation Skill Self-efficacy, and Academic Achievement of Secondary School Students
Authors: Er Zübeyde , Artut Perihan Dinç , Bal Ayten Pınar
Published: May 2022

The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between secondary school students’ estimation skills, estimation skills self-efficacies and academic achievements. The research was designed in a correlational survey model, one of the quantitative research models and it was carried out in Adana, a city in the Mediterranean Region during the spring semester of the 2020-2021 academic year with secondary school students (n=155) who were selected by maximum variation sampling method, one of the purposive sampling methods. The Estimation Skills Self-Efficacy Scale that was developed by Er, Artut and Bal (2021) was used to determine the students' estimation self-efficacy. Also, the Estimation Skill Test which was developed by the researchers was used to determine the students’ estimation skills. One-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and regression analysis techniques were made use of in the process of data analysis. The research findings showed that the students' estimation skills were at moderate level and their estimation self-efficacy levels were low. It was also concluded that the students’ estimation skills and their estimation self-efficacies differed according to their grade levels. Furthermore, it was found that there was a positive and moderate relationship between students' estimation skills and estimation self-efficacies and a positive and moderate relationship between their estimation skills and academic achievements. It was also determined that there is a positive and moderately significant relationship between estimation self-efficacies and academic achievement. In addition to this, it was seen that students' estimation self-efficacies and academic achievements explained 17% of the total variance of their estimation skills. In other words, students' estimation skills increase in parallel with their estimation skill self-efficacies and academic achievements.
A Study on Developing the Organizational Obedience Scale Based on Exploratory and Confirmatory Factors Analysis
Authors: Ertas Capan Guler , Uzuncarsili Ulku
Published: May 2022

In this study, it is aimed to develop an organizational obedience scale that gives information about the obedience tendencies of white-collar employees working in the private sector. In this framework, thirty-one item seven-point Likert-type scale consisting of general expressions was prepared to measure obedience, which is the basis of employee behavioral tendencies. This scale was applied to the employees of small and medium-sized enterprises operating in the Marmara Region and academicians working at the university. The data obtained from the questionnaires, which were accepted as valid as a result of the examination, were analyzed with the SPSS 22 program. Within the scope of the analysis, the validity and reliability values of the scale were examined and valid findings were obtained as a result of the Cronbach-Alpha (α) value, KMO value and Barlett's test of sphericity. In addition, the convergent and divergent validity of the scale was also demonstrated by the findings. In summary, it was concluded that the Exploratory (EFA) and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) of the Organizational Obedience Scale, which was tried to be developed, were at the level of validity and reliability that could reveal the obedience levels of private and public sector employees.
An Analysis of the Relationships between Secondary School Students' Creativity, Music Achievement and Attitudes
Authors: Kibici Volkan Burak
Published: May 2022

This study aimed to investigate secondary school students’ music achievement, attitudes towards music and creativity based on the variables of gender, school type, grade level and achievement. A causal-comparison design was used for this study. 246 secondary school students studying in some schools in Mersin and Konya provinces were randomly selected by using convenience sampling method. Data were collected through Kaufman Creativity Test, Music Achievement Scale and Music Lesson Attitude Scale. Data were analyzed using independent samples t-test, one-way analysis of variance and regression analysis techniques. The results revealed that female students had higher creativity scores based on attitude towards music lessons and artistic performance. Significant differences were found in music achievement, attitude and creativity mean scores in terms of school type, grade level and achievement of students. Finally, there were significant relationships between the creativity levels of secondary school students and their music achievements and attitudes. Considering the results obtained, suggestions for implementation were provided.
A Conceptual Framework on the Relationship of Digital Technology and Art
Authors: Ozdemir Derya
Published: May 2022

The ‘new digital art’ genre has emerged to describe various works of art that have evolved with the development of digital technologies. In its broadest sense, digital art encompasses everything from high-end machine learning applications to the use of interactive elements in traditional media. There is also an increase in the interaction between information technologies and art. Science, art and technology has been increasing and becoming widespread since the 60s, when scientists, artists and inventors began collaborating and using electronic devices to create art. The experience that results from consuming art and culture is multifaceted in nature. It can be individual or collective, physical or virtual, active or passive, public or private, on-site or in private places, open-air or indoor. With the spread of digital art, there is a remarkable increase in the commodification of art. This article, in this context, analyzed and discussed digital art, its positive and negative aspects, and the commodification of this art type on the basis of literature.
Analysis of Pre-Service Science Teachers' Development Processes of 3D Designs and Design Products
Authors: Kahraman Emine , Maras Meltem
Published: May 2022

In this study, 3D design products of pre-service science teachers were evaluated, and the opinions of the candidates regarding the 3D design process and the design products they created were investigated. This study is a case study of qualitative research designs. The research was carried out with 48 pre-service science teachers studying as sophomores at the education faculty of a university in Turkey. The research was carried out in the course named General Biology Practices II in 7 weeks as three classes per week. As data collection tools in the research, a interview form was used to obtain the opinions of pre-service teachers and rubrics prepared in line with the criteria that should be found in 3D designs and the design process. As a result of the research, it was found that pre-service teachers had a sufficient performance, and created good designs while establishing 3D design products. Candidates gave a positive opinion regarding the 3D design process. In particular, they stated that the implementation process helped the improvement of 3D thinking ability, thereby gaining different perspectives. They also stated that 3D design products created could be used as teaching materials.
An Investigation of Contextual Factors for ICT Adoption and Utilization by Administrators and Managers of Basic Schools
Authors: Teye Ephraim Quaynor , Duah Bernice
Published: May 2022

This quantitative study was carried out to find out the contextual factors that relate to ICT adoption and utilization by school administrators in a school district in Ghana. The study adopted the cross-sectional survey design, and used the census sampling technique to collect data from 69 participants, and analyzed using multiple linear regression. The study found that five out of the six factors – Attitude towards ICT; Perceived Usefulness of ICT tools; Access and Availability of ICT tools; Training and Technical Support; and Motivation and Incentives for using ICT tools – were the major contextual factors that relate to ICT adoption and utilization. Also, Motivation and Incentives for using ICT tools made the strongest unique contribution (Beta = .496) to predicting ICT adoption and utilization, when the variance explained by all other factors is controlled for. The study also found that Perceived Ease of Use was not a significant factor for predicting ICT adoption and utilization by school and administrators. It was recommended that school administrators should be given the necessary training and support, and particularly be adequately motivated, in order to concretize their ICT adoption and utilization decisions.
Effect of Digitized Textbooks on Secondary School Students’ Domains of Learning
Authors: Aslam Hadia , Saeed Muhammad
Published: May 2022

In developing countries like Pakistan, digitized text books are one of the most recent educational reforms brought about by the educational technology This study analyzed the effectiveness of Punjab Information Technology Board’s (PITB) digitized textbooks on students’ cognitive, affective and psychomotor domains of learning. The study was delimited to only those levels of learning domains that were specified in National Curriculum of Pakistan, 2006. The nature of the study was quantitative and employed Quasi Experimental Non-Equivalent Control Group Design. Sample of the study comprised of 56 students studying Chemistry in grade 9 at a public sector school of district Lahore, Pakistan. Experimental group was taught by using digitized Chemistry textbook and control group was taught by using conventional mode of instruction. The intervention lasted for 12 weeks. Data was collected by using three different valid and reliable instruments. Data was then analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. All hypotheses were tested at a significance level of 0.05. The results revealed that there was no significant effect of digitized textbooks on students’ cognitive domain. But there was statistically significant effect of digitized Chemistry textbook on students’ affective and psychomotor domains. Recommendations were made to bring learning in cognitive domain at par with affective and psychomotor domains.
Preventing Pandemic Diseases: An Augmented Reality & Artificial Intelligence Model
Authors: Aimiuwu Ehi E.
Published: May 2022

As of April 18, 2021, the coronavirus or COVID-19 virus has affected 219 countries and territories, killed over 3 million people, and infected over 141 million people globally (Pattersson et al., 2021). The purpose of this literature review is to explore how augmented reality (AR) and artificial intelligence (AI) can help to stop the spread of a disease from becoming a pandemic by informing health agencies and national governments about when to implement healthy measures, close their borders, and restrict travel sooner in the future. Research shows that AR is an excellent tool for capturing incidents in three dimensions (3D) and has the ability to maneuverer data to be viewed and understood in all directions. Also, AI has the ability to analyze vast data, learn to improve itself in order to predict future situations, and make deductive or data-reliant decisions in real time. Despite much research on both AR and AI in the health field, this research focuses on how to use these tools to make quicker and better decisions than we did in 2020 for COVID-19.
The Global Research Trends on the Growth of Remote Learning in Higher Education Institutions: A Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Ndibalema Placidius
Published: May 2022

Remote learning has rapidly emerged as one of the most fundamental approaches in facilitating self-directed learning in Higher Learning Institutions. The purpose of this paper was to conduct a bibliometric study on the global trends in research about remote learning during 1961 to 2021 period. A bibliometric analysis of 719 research articles from the Dimensions database was carried out. The VOSviewer1.6.16 software was used to carry out visual analysis of the publications to establish the network and overlay visualization maps. The results indicate that there has been a steady growth of research articles on remote learning during COVID-19 pandemic of which ‘Polytechnic Institute of Porto’ was the leading organization in terms of publications. Countries which are most productive include the United States, Russia and the United Kingdom while ‘Corter’ and ‘Kreijns’ were the most cited authors and ‘Lima’ and ‘Viegas’ were the authors with highest links in terms of collaboration. Regarding the co-occurrence of key words, it was found that keywords such as ‘experience’, ‘COVID’, ‘internet’ ‘poverty’ ‘interaction’, ‘inequality’, ‘social emotions’ and ‘online interactions’ had strong association with remote learning. The findings suggest the need for developing countries to allocate adequate funds on remote learning.
An Investigation of Music Teachers' Perceived Self-Efficacy for Technology Integration
Authors: Sarıkaya Muhsin
Published: May 2022

Technology integration is the use of appropriate technology in line with the objectives set in the learning-teaching process. Teachers who carry out learning and teaching activities in schools have a great importance in technology integration. In this study, it was aimed to investigate the music teachers’ perceived self-efficacy for technology integration. Technology integration self-efficacy perceptions of music teachers were compared based on the variables of gender, age, school type and level. The participants of the research consisted of 216 music teachers working in different cities in Turkey. Personal information form and perceptions of self-efficacy for technology integration scale were used in the research. The research findings indicated that music teachers’ perceived self-efficacy for technology integration were moderate. In addition, their perceived self-efficacy differed based on gender, age and school type. In general, male music teachers and the teachers working with younger students and in private schools had significantly higher perceived self-efficacy for technology integration.
Dealing with Dystopia
Authors: Cheyunski Fred
Published: May 2022

In recent years, commentators have characterized the disruptive social occurrences and technological change as dystopic. As we attempt to address and deal with this melee of events with their associated emotions and reactions, this article mines media ecology literature, the work of renowned Brazilian educator, Paulo Freire, and other sources to propose some answers and choices for the path forward. More specifically, this article defines dystopia and describes Freire’s Gnostic Cycle, which is comprised of active research, learning and teaching as a possible antidote. It highlights media ecology articles complementary to Freire that may be further leveraged. Finally, the article focuses on Freire’s Gnostic Cycle in offering suggestions regarding future media ecology work to contribute in building a post pandemic world.
Futuros distópicos
Authors: Braga Adriana
Published: May 2022

Este Dossiê Temático tem sua origem na 22ª Convenção Anual da Media Ecology Association (MEA), realizada online em julho de 2021, organizada pela Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro. Esse encontro, que se realiza todos os anos desde 2003, consolida uma rede crescente de pesquisadores/as internacionais interessados/as em desenvolver o campo de estudos da Ecologia das Mídias. Nosso objetivo com esse número especial da ALCEU é apresentar uma amostra diversificada de pesquisas com abordagem ecológica para promover a interação da comunidade acadêmica brasileira com esse instigante campo do conhecimento.
O grande espetáculo da guinada à direita
Authors: Hall Stuart , Sanches Duarte Mateus , Martins da Silva Gabriel
Published: May 2022

Ninguém seriamente preocupado com estratégias políticas na atual conjuntura pode se dar ao luxo de ignorar a guinada à direita [Swing to the Right]. Podemos ainda não ter entendido sua extensão e limites, suas especificidades, suas causas e efeitos.