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Why is Theology Still (sometimes) Afraid of the Well-being Argument?
Authors: Roszak Piotr
Published: April 2024

A certain level of apprehension can be observed in contemporary theology when it comes to invoking the well-being argument. This apprehension stems from many theological convictions, the most important one being the warning against instrumentalization of religion and faith that appeared
in the debate on the relationship between nature and grace. This paper discusses the different meanings of well-being in the history of theology, beginning with the scholastic concept of rectitude and the emphasis on happiness as an end of moral action. In this light, the contemporary challenges
are presented in the context of the debates around human enhancement. Finally, in the context of public theology, suggestions are made with regard to the discourse on the role of religion in community and individual life, which focuses on revealing the power of grace and the logic of the anticipation
of the happiness that will fully reveal itself in eschatological fulfillment.
Considerations for Conducting Research in Digital Learning Platforms
Authors: Schellinger Adam , Zacamy Jenna , Roschelle Jeremy , Closser Avery , Zepeda Cristina
Published: April 2024

The five SEERNet digital learning platforms (DLPs) present unique opportunities for researchers by offering tools, processes, and infrastructure to make research more efficient, scalable, and relevant. However, conducting research within a DLP may require a shift in a researcher’s orientation or mindset in how they think about potential research questions, study samples, available data, and planning study logistics. We encourage researchers to think flexibly about how they might adapt their ideas to the specific learning platform and consider iterating toward a more comprehensive understanding of their hypotheses. We illustrate some of the potential mindset shifts and offer key considerations at stages of the research process.
A UTILIDADE DAS NOVAS TICs NO PROCESSO EDUCACIONAL E A PRÁTICA DOS DOCENTES DA ESCOLA DE EDUCAÇÃO BÁSICA JOÃO RODRIGUES DE MELO NA CIDADE DE AMONTADA-CE
Authors: Azevedo Nilton Carlos do Nascimento
Published: April 2024

This scientific article addresses the usefulness of new technologies in the educational process and the practice of teachers at the João Rodrigues de Melo School of Basic Education in the city of Amontada-CE, so the primary objective is to investigate the utility of new ICTs associated with the practice of teachers in the classroom. For this, the following instruments were used: observations and records of teachers' practice during a week, in order to identify the use or ways of using technological resources in their classrooms. After this first method, an interview with open questions was applied involving managers, teachers and students of the school mentioned above. With that, it can be seen that although the school has a computer lab composed of 05 computers, 04 of them with good functioning and still 01 show date, 01 speaker, cable internet and other technological resources, a large portion of teachers have not yet focused on the use of such means. Thus, it is necessary to take a different look at the importance of technologies for learning by many teachers at the school, given that according to students, multimedia attracts attention more easily.
Exploring the Interplay of Socio-demographic Enablers in Sustaining Open Defecation-Free Status among Households in Kakamega County, Kenya
Authors: Okumu Maitabel Achieng’ , Mwanzo Isaac , Nyambura Anthony
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to explore the interplay between socio-demographic enablers and the sustainability of post-open-defecation-free status among households in Butere Sub-County, Kakamega County, Kenya. The research adopted a cross-sectional survey to assess the sustainability of the open defecation-free status at the household level, surveying 6286 certified Open Defecation Free (ODF) households through stratified random sampling. A sample size of 376 households across three wards was selected for the study. Both quantitative and qualitative data were employed; quantitative data was analysed using SPSS Version 28.1, summarized using descriptive statistics, and presented in tables, pie charts, and frequency tables, whereas qualitative data was analysed thematically. Data analysis involved three stages; univariate, bivariate and multivariate analyses. Chi-square tests analysed the statistically significant association between dependent and independent variables. Binary logistic regression predicted the probability of post-ODF status (whether the ODF status was sustainable or not), and 2x2 contingency tables were used to compute the odd ratio. Results revealed that only 9% of households sustained post-ODF status. The chi-square tests revealed a significant association between respondents' gender (χ² = 0.124, p = 0.009*), age distribution (χ² = 6.471, p < 0.05), presence of children under 5 years old in the household (χ² = 1.884, p = 0.004*), level of education (χ² = 5.726, p = 0.006*), employment status (χ² = 9.602, p = 0.006*), and monthly earning brackets (χ² = 11.783, p<0.001*). However, there was no statistically significant association between marital status (χ² = 10.409, p = 0.94>0.05), household size (χ² = 1.782, p = 0.56>0.05), and the sustainability of ODF. On the other hand, the odds ratio for employment status suggests that significant association (OR=1.333; p = 0.007*<0.05; 95% CI: 1.082-1.642), where employed individuals were 1.333 times more likely to sustain ODF status. Further analysis revealed that employment status was a statistically significant predictor of post-ODF sustainability (aOR=1.837 P=0.011; 95% CI: 1.132-2.980). The study concluded that most households (91%) did not sustain post-ODF status after the ODF declaration. It was recommended that health practitioners improve door-to-door monitoring and develop post-ODF tracking tools at the household level, focusing on important parameters from Ministry of Health guidelines. The government and other Water sanitation and hygiene (WASH) stakeholders should support communities in establishing and enhancing economic empowerment programs to increase household income and encourage investments in sanitation infrastructure and hygiene promotion activities.
Large-scale automated emission measurement of individual vehicles with point sampling
Authors: Knoll Markus , Penz Martin , Juchem Hannes , Schmidt Christina , Pöhler Denis , Bergmann Alexander
Published: April 2024

Abstract. Currently, emissions from internal combustion vehicles are not properly monitored throughout their life cycle. In particular, a small share of vehicles (< 20 %) with malfunctioning after-treatment systems and old vehicles with outdated engine technology are responsible for the majority (60 %–90 %) of traffic-related emissions. Remote emission sensing (RES) is a method used for screening emissions from a large number of in-use vehicles. Commercial open-path RES systems are capable of providing emission factors for many gaseous compounds, but they are less accurate and reliable for particulate matter (PM). Point sampling (PS) is an extractive RES method where a portion of the exhaust is sampled and then analyzed. So far, PS studies have been predominantly conducted on a rather small scale and have mainly analyzed heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs), which have high exhaust flow rates. In this work, we present a comprehensive PS system that can be used for large-scale screening of PM and gas emissions, largely independent of the vehicle type. The data analysis framework developed here is capable of processing data from thousands of vehicles. The core of the data analysis is our peak detection algorithm (TUG-PDA), which determines and separates emissions down to a spacing of just a few seconds between vehicles. We present a detailed evaluation of the main influencing factors on PS measurements by using about 100 000 vehicle records collected from several measurement locations, mainly in urban areas. We show the capability of the emission screening by providing real-world black carbon (BC), particle number (PN) and nitrogen oxide (NOx) emission trends for various vehicle categories such as diesel and petrol passenger cars or HDVs. Comparisons with open-path RES and PS studies show overall good agreement and demonstrate the applicability even for the latest Euro emission standards, where current open-path RES systems reach their limits.
Assessment of the spectral misalignment effect (SMILE) on EarthCARE's Multi-Spectral Imager aerosol and cloud property retrievals
Authors: Docter Nicole , Hünerbein Anja , Donovan David P. , Preusker Rene , Fischer Jürgen , Meirink Jan Fokke , Stammes Piet , Eisinger Michael
Published: April 2024

Abstract. The Multi-Spectral Imager (MSI) on board the Earth Cloud, Aerosol and Radiation Explorer (EarthCARE) will provide horizontal information about aerosols and clouds. These measurements are needed to extend vertical cloud and aerosol property information, which is obtained from EarthCARE's active sensors, in order to obtain a full three-dimensional view of cloud and aerosol conditions. Mesoscale weather systems, in particular, will be characterized. The discovery of a non-compliance of the MSI visible–near-infrared–shortwave infrared (VNS) camera’s visible (VIS) and shortwave infrared (SWIR1) channels regarding a spectral central wavelength (CWVL) shift across-track of up to 14 nm (VIS) and 20 nm (SWIR1) led to the need for an analysis regarding its impact on MSI Level-2A aerosol and cloud products. A significant influence of the spectral misalignment effect (SMILE) on MSI retrievals is identified due to the spectral variation in gas absorption, surface reflectance, and aerosol and cloud properties within the spectral ranges of these MSI bands. For example, the VIS channel is positioned in close proximity to the red edge of green vegetation and is impacted by residual absorption of water vapor and ozone. Small central wavelength variations introduce uncertainties due to the rapid change in surface reflectance for conditions with low optical thickness. The present central wavelength shift in the VIS towards shorter wavelengths than at nadir introduces a relative error in transmission of up to 3.3 % due to the increasing influence of water vapor and ozone absorption. We found relative errors in the top-of-atmosphere (TOA) signal due to the SMILE of up to 30 % for low optical thickness over a land surface in that band. Since the magnitude of the impact strongly depends on the underlying surface and atmospheric conditions, we conclude that accounting for the SMILE in Level-2 retrievals or correcting the Level-1 signal will improve MSI aerosol and cloud product quality.
Modeling of indoor 222Rn in data-scarce regions: an interactive dashboard approach for Bogotá, Colombia
Authors: Domínguez Durán Martín , Sandoval Garzón María Angélica , Huguet Carme
Published: April 2024

Abstract. Radon (222Rn) is a naturally occurring gas that represents a health threat due to its causal relationship with lung cancer. Despite its potential health impacts, several regions have not conducted studies, mainly due to data scarcity and/or economic constraints. This study aims to bridge the baseline information gap by building an interactive dashboard (http://ircmodelingdashboard.eu.pythonanywhere.com/, last access: 17 April 2024) that uses inferential statistical methods to estimate the spatial distribution of indoor radon concentration (IRC) for a target area. We demonstrate the functionality of the dashboard by modeling IRC in the city of Bogotá, Colombia, using 30 in situ measurements. IRC measured was the highest reported in the country, with a geometric mean of 91±14 Bq m−3 and a maximum concentration of 407 Bq m−3. In 57 % of the residences, RC exceeded the WHO's recommendation of 100 Bq m−3. A prediction map for houses registered in Bogotá's cadaster was built in the dashboard by using a log-linear regression model fitted with the in situ measurements, together with meteorological, geologic and building-specific variables. The model showed a cross-validation root mean squared error of 57 Bq m−3. Furthermore, the model showed that the age of the house presented a statistically significant positive association with RC. According to the model, IRC measured in houses built before 1980 presents a statistically significant increase of 72 % compared to IRC of those built after 1980 (p value = 0.045). The prediction map exhibited higher IRC in older buildings most likely related to cracks in the structure that could enhance gas migration in older houses. This study highlights the importance of expanding 222Rn studies in countries with a lack of baseline values and provides a cost-effective alternative that could help deal with the scarcity of IRC data and get a better understanding of place-specific variables that affect IRC spatial distribution.
A 3D glacier dynamics–line plume model to estimate the frontal ablation of Hansbreen, Svalbard
Authors: Muñoz-Hermosilla José M. , Otero Jaime , De Andrés Eva , Shahateet Kaian , Navarro Francisco , Pérez-Doña Iván
Published: April 2024

Abstract. Frontal ablation is responsible for a large fraction of the mass loss from tidewater glaciers. The main contributors to frontal ablation are iceberg calving and submarine melting, with calving often being the largest. However, submarine melting, in addition to its direct contribution to mass loss, also promotes calving through the changes induced in the stress field at the glacier terminus, so both processes should be jointly analysed. Among the factors influencing submarine melting, the formation of a buoyant plume due to the emergence of fresh subglacial water at the glacier grounding line plays a key role. In this study we used Elmer/Ice to develop a 3D glacier dynamics model including calving and subglacial hydrology coupled with a line plume model to calculate the calving front position at every time step. We applied this model to the Hansbreen–Hansbukta glacier–fjord system in southern Spitsbergen, Svalbard, where a large set of data are available for both the glacier and the fjord from September 2008 to March 2011. We found that our 3D model reproduced the expected seasonal cycle of advance–retreat. Besides, the modelled front positions were in good agreement with the observed front positions at the central part of the calving front, with longitudinal differences, on average, below 15 m for the period from December 2009 to March 2011. But there were regions of the front, especially the eastern margin, that presented major differences.
Technology Empowerment of ASHA Workers Using E-Health Initiatives in Rural Rajasthan
Authors: Mangal shweta , Sharma Richa , Fatima Anum , Mangal Disha , Panvar Vasim raja , Panvar Raja babu
Published: April 2024

Introduction: Electronic health (e-health) initiatives grant the tools and knowledge to improve health care, benefiting not only patients but also healthcare professionals and institutions. Objectives: To empower ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) technically in terms of using e-health initiatives and to assess feasibility and usefulness of such initiatives; to enhance digital health literacy and to observe the effect of training and skill development of grass root level healthcare workers engaged in primary care. Method: A prospective observational cohort study, in which ASHA’s were recruited in two selected villages of Rajasthan. They were trained to use a web-based application, developed for use on portable device (tablet) to screen, diagnose and provide health education on non-communicable diseases. In-depth interviews and group discussions were done with ASHAs to know their views about the tablet and application use. Results: There was 19.3%, 29.3% and 40% improvement in ASHAs’ ability to measure haemoglobin, blood sugar and blood pressure respectively and also an improvement of 86.5% in tablet and application operation was observed. This improvement in ability of ASHAs was highly significant for all above four parameters (p-value <0.001). ASHAs agreed that the app was useful and helped them connect to the people and explain things more properly. They reported the beneficiaries understood more clearly through pop- up videos which also proved beneficial in increasing compliance. Conclusion: Training ASHA worker in e-health technology is feasible and can assist in screening and management of non-communicable diseases.
Assessment of Satisfaction level of Admitted patients in a Trauma Care Centre of Tripura – A Questionnaire Based Study
Authors: Dutta Samarpita Dutta , Goswami Bidhan Goswami , Bhattacharjee Bhaskar Bhattacharjee , Sengupta Shauli
Published: April 2024

Introduction: Tertiary care hospitals deal with complex medical care and are the face of development of the healthcare delivery system. Towards this advancement, good quality of patient care services addsvalue. One of the ways to ind out about the quality of ongoing services is by carrying out patient satisfaction surveys. In this context, nearly ive years after the inauguration of the state's irst ever trauma care centre, it was planned to take a feedback on the services provided by the centre. Objective: To assess the level of satisfaction of the patients treated in the trauma care center of a tertiary care hospital in the state of Tripura. Method: A total of three hundred and sixty ive (365) patients admitted in the trauma care centre were interviewed using a validated questionnaire adapted from National Health System survey format. Data was collected over period of six months. For the irst three months, interviews were conducted on all odd days of the week and for the next three months the interviews were conducted on even days of the week. Results: In the present study, 84% of the responders were male and 16% female. It was observed that 78.08% of the patients had full conidence and trust on the doctors who attended the patients. The overall ranking provided by the patients on the services received in the hospital was satisfactory. In this study, 78.9% and 10.7% of the patients have rated the services to be 'good' and 'excellent', respectively. Conclusion: Although most of the patients were satisied with the services provided in the trauma care centre of the study, 9.6% of them also reported that there is need to improve services. This study will not only help the hospital management to implement new policies but also prepare the hospital well to meet the needs of patients admitted in the trauma care center
A Cross-sectional Study on Determinants of Overweight and Obesity among College Students Perusing Selected Allied Health Courses at Jamnagar City, Gujarat.
Authors: Kagathara Jimmy , Tank Samprada , Patel Monika , Parmar Dipesh V , Satapara Niket , Rathod Mittal
Published: April 2024

Introduction: College students perusing health allied courses like Medical, Dental, Ayurveda and Physiotherapy are at a greater risk for overweight/obesity compared to their counterparts studying in other streams due to speci ic risk factors. Objectives: 1) The present study was conducted to ind prevalence of obesity and overweight and their determinants in college-going students. 2) Internal comparison of obesity and overweight between students perusing selected health allied courses at Jamnagar City, Gujarat. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted in 985 Medical, Dental, Ayurvedic and Physiotherapy college students using proportion of annual intake in each college. Data was collected using a pre-tested, structured questionnaire. Students were classi ied using Asian BMI cut-off. Chi-square test, ANOVA and Univariate logistic analysis were used as statistical tools. Results: Out of the total sample size of 985, 18.37% students were obese and 13.80% students were overweight. Higher mean BMI was seen in medical college students as compared to students of other colleges (F ratio = 3.58, p-value <0.01). Highest proportion of obesity was present in medical students (22.92%) and highest proportion of overweight was present in Dental students (19.02%). Increasing age is associated with higher prevalence of overweight/obesity (r = 0.70, p < 0.001, t = 30.29) Conclusion: Students who are older, male, have a positive family history of obesity or overweight, eat a mixed diet, consume more junk food, and spend more time sitting down than moving around are more likely to be overweight or obese.
Assessment	of	Self-Care	Practices	among	Type	2	Diabetes	Mellitus	Patients	attending	Health	Care	Centres	of	Urban	Area	of	Hyderabad,	India
Authors: Bala Sudha , Babu D Surendra , Varghese Amala Treesa , S R Aiswarya , Nair Anagha
Published: April 2024

Introduction: As per the International Diabetic Federation Atlas, 2021, 3 in 4 adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus live in low and middle income countries. This represents a tremendous burden on the healthcare system of these countries. Self-care practices can mitigate the disease burden. Objectives: To assess the self-care practices among the type 2 patients using Summary of Diabetes Self-Care Activities (SDSCA). Method: A facility based cross sectional study was undertaken among adults aged 25-60 years using a modified SDSCA, validated in Indian settings to study the self-care practices in diabetic patients. The modified domains included practices on dietary modifications, regular physical activity, foot care, regular blood glucose monitoring, drug adherence and addictions. Mean scores of these domains in SDSCA were compared with HbA1c measurements. Statistical tests performed included unpaired T test and chi-square. Results: Mean age of the patients was 49.60+ 11.13 Years. There were about 117(54.4%) patients with controlled HbA1c measurements. There was a statistically significant association of dietary modifications, regular physical activity, foot care, drug adherence and addictions with controlled HbA1c measurements. (p value=0.05) Conclusion: Self-care practices can significantly alter diabetes control and prevent complications. Regular glucose monitoring was lacking in several patients and led to poor glycemic controls. These results can inform clinical practice and patient care for better management of the type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Body Chemistry and Leadership Behaviour
Authors: BELLO Sunday Ade
Published: April 2024

This study applied body chemistry and neuroscience to leadership behaviour. Specifically, it sought to replicate some studies on the relationship between leadership behaviour and happiness. The research method was exploratory because of the paucity of research on leadership behaviour and happiness and involved the use of qualitative and quantitative techniques. The qualitative technique centred on a review and summarisation of existing literature on leadership behaviour, happiness hormones, and happiness on Google Scholars. The quantitative research used a valid and reliable online questionnaire survey on Google Forms to collect information from 80 respondents on different WhatsApp platforms in Canada, the United States of America and Nigeria, selected by judgemenal non probability sampling technique. They were asked if there was a relationship between leadership behaviour and happiness. Six descriptive data analysis methods- tabulation, bar graphs, mode, summations, percentages and average score per respondent - were applied to answer the research question from the coded questionnaire responses. It was found out that there was a relationship between leadership behaviour and happiness. The research also identified the main hormones and neurotransmitters, secreted by mostly the brain, that increase the wellbeing and happiness of leaders and other persons. They are dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin and endorphins (DOSE). It is recommended that leaders should initiate happiness generating activities like kindness, appreciation, team work, praising others, outdoor exercises, get- togethers and handshakes to enhance their leadership behaviours. The researcher also recommended that leadership recruitment, selection, training, evaluation and rewards should be centred on the capacity to generate and distribute happiness. Leaders should be ‘happifiers’ or happiness generators and distributors. Keywords: Body chemistry, leadership behaviour, happiness, dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, endorphins and happiness.
Nursing Students’ Perception and Attitude towards Online Learning during COVID-19 Pandemic in Nigeria
Authors: H. A. Ogechi , C. O. Linda
Published: April 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic affected nursing students dramatically when the clinical sites and the onsite classrooms closed to physical participation. The study is on nursing students’ perception, attitude and perceived benefits of online learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Methods: This is a descriptive cross-sectional online survey of nursing students. A multistage sampling technique was used for the study. Data were collected using Google Forms from 429 nursing students. Descriptive data of respondents were presented in tables, charts, percentages, means, and standard deviation, while the inferential data were tested with Chi-square at a significance level of P< 0.05.
Results: Mean age is 23.15± 3.10 years, 396(92.3%) had positive perception and 396(92.3%) had a good attitude towards online learning. There is a relationship between the perception of online learning and attitudes toward online learning as all the variables showed a statistically significant relationship of p<0.001.
Conclusion: Nursing students had a positive view of online learning in nursing education. To be successful, online learning must be reliable, accessible, and user‐friendly with tech support available 24 hours a day.
Suprapatellar tibial nailing: intraoperative arthroscopic evaluation and results at a minimum of 12 months follow-up
Authors: IDELER N , BRAUNS J , VANDESANDE W
Published: April 2024

To arthroscopically evaluate the intra-articular structures before and after placement of an intramedullary tibial nail using the suprapatellar approach and to assess the 1-year results.

All patients with a tibial fracture that underwent intramedullary tibial nailing using the suprapatellar approach with a minimal follow-up of 12 months were included. Diagnostic intraoperative knee arthroscopy was performed before and immediately after insertion of the IMN. A radiological and clinical evaluation and VAS score of the patients was collected postoperatively.

In total, 36 patients were included. The mean follow-up period was 14.9 ± 4.9 months. The mean age of the patients was 45.5 ± 18.8 years. The mean visual analog scale (VAS) score at 12 months was 1.0 ± 1.5. The complication rate was 19.4% and the reoperation rate was 16.7%. Union of the fractures was achieved in 33 patients (91.6%) after primary surgery after a mean of 6.1 ± 1.8 months. A change in the patellofemoral cartilage after insertion of the nail was seen in 1 patient. The suprapatellar procedure for tibia fractures resulted in excellent VAS scores and union rates at 1-year follow up, with a complication of articular damage to the PF joint in 2.8%.
Efficacy of local infiltration analgesia on recovery after total hip arthroplasty using direct anterior approach under spinal anaesthesia: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
Authors: BIESEMANS S , SCHUERMANS B , VOETS E , FEYEN H
Published: April 2024

The utilization of local infiltration analgesia (LIA) is a common practice in total hip arthroplasty (THA) procedures to mitigate postoperative pain and diminish the necessity for opioids. However, contemporary literature reports conflicting results. Our working hypothesis was that LIA renders better postoperative VAS-scores and reduces the need for oral analgetics. We performed a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial aimed at examining the effectiveness of LIA in THA. A total of 90 patients were included for statistical analysis. Our primary endpoint was the Visual Analogue Scale, VAS, (0: no pain, 10: unbearable pain) preoperatively, at the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 12th hour postoperative intervals and at discharge. Our secondary endpoints included the postoperative opioid consumption, as well as patient satisfaction at 2 and 6 weeks postoperatively, measured using the Numeric Rating Scale, NRS. LIA has a tendency for superior results regarding VAS- Scores at 3 and 4 hours postoperatively. There were no notable statistical distinctions observed in terms of patients necessitating rescue opioid consumption. Patient satisfaction using the NRS at both the 2-week and 6-week postoperatively did not differ significantly between both groups. The administration of LIA could offer advantages during the initial stages of postoperative recovery, which could be particularly valuable in rapid recovery programs.
Environmental Health Predictions for Fire Resistant and Corrosion Protection Measures for Community Health Tourism Building Facilities Due to Climate Change
Authors: Dimitris Papakonstantinou , Galina Petrova Mratskova Tilemachos Koliopoulos
Published: April 2024

The recent expansion of green tourism building facilities and warehouse capacities entails the installation of integrated community health tourism facility for cultural events, safe mobility, sport activities, agricultural and veterinary activities at old heritage buildings for public health, environmental health, green circular economy promotion within safe structures, which operations increase the occurrence of compartment fires involving flammable dangerous substances i.e biogas from sanitary biomass treatment for renewable resources, electricity and heating. The aim of this research is to compare and analyze the fire resistant materials of structural members and design economic solutions made of different structural materials for natural hazards and climate change. Useful results are presented for sustainable design solutions at integrated community health tourism renew facilities at old heritage buildings, applying proper utilities. Then, are examined the possibility of reinforcing the beams with carbon fiber lamellae and proposed additional fire protection requirements. The examining results present useful solutions for stakeholders. The study outputs enable warehouse designers, operators, stakeholders, investors and safety experts to ensure safe building facilities. Finally, sanitary digital drawing utilities, monitoring schemes are demonstrated for safe green designs so as to protect the examining building facilities at foundations or roof top levels from flood events and high temperatures due to climate change and extreme weather events.
Digitalizing and Greening the Built Environment
Authors: Olatunde Daniel Babalola
Published: April 2024

The paper investigated issues of greening and digitalizing the built environment with a view to identifying applications of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in it and prospects of smart cities development. The paper adopted qualitative research method, with its design based on archival materials in the subject investigated as contained in the literatures reviewed on it as a mono-method. Google search engine was employed to scout through Google Scholar, Science Direct, among other relevant websites for open-access materials. Qualitative data obtained were subjected to content/thematic analyses. Findings revealed that digitalizing and greening the built environment have great prospects in smart cities development, one of which is the creation of sustainable environment resulting in reduction of carbon emissions from the built environment, lowering of global warming, increase of user participation in buildings and lowering the cost of building lifecycle. Although green building design strategies and digitalization have advanced, full adoption in the built environment particularly in developing nations is required, hence the need to take steps in the right direction. Digitalizing and greening the built environment can enhance the quality of life of people by increasing availability of green spaces, improving air quality, creating healthy living spaces, and reducing pollution levels. The study sensitizes architects, planners, and other designers in considering sustainability and digitalization from predesign phase (incorporating required or special features into the design of future cities, towns, and microenvironments) to postconstruction phase making the environment sustainable.
Design and Architecture of BenguetFresh: An IoT-Enabled Data-Driven System for Sustainable Agriculture
Authors: Thelma Domingo-Palaoag ,  Reygorio E. Palileng Maria Vekka Katrina A. Ridon
Published: April 2024

Agriculture plays a vital role in the Philippines, contributing significantly to its economy and providing livelihoods to a substantial portion of the population. Benguet province, known as the "Salad Bowl of the Philippines" for its favorable climate and fertile soil, exemplifies thriving agriculture-based livelihoods. However, challenges persist in the sector, with the low compliance rate of Philippine Good Agricultural Practices (PhilGAP) certification highlighting the need for innovative solutions to enhance sustainable practices, market access, and overall agricultural quality for Benguet farmers.

This study presents the design and architecture of BenguetFresh a system designed to integrate data-driven monitoring and management practices with sustainable agriculture, while adhering to PhilGAP standards. Through stakeholder engagement, interviews, and systematic review, specific requirements and challenges of farmers in Benguet were identified and addressed.

BenguetFresh employs cutting-edge technology, Arduino-based smart agriculture monitoring systems, enabling real-time data collection on environmental factors. Data analytics tools process this data to provide valuable insights, facilitating informed decision-making and resource optimization.

The scalable architecture ensures efficient data flow and real-time processing, while user-friendly interfaces empower farmers with real-time and historical data visualization and data-driven recommendations. Furthermore, the integration of e-commerce functionality fosters direct connections between farmers and consumers, expanding market reach and improving economic outcomes.

BenguetFresh's design and architecture serve as a blueprint for implementing data-driven, sustainable agriculture. The potential benefits extend to both farmers and consumers, ensuring high-quality, responsibly produced agricultural products. Embracing cutting-edge technology and industry standards, BenguetFresh paves the way for efficient, sustainable, and prosperous agriculture.
Studies of Teaching and Learning English- Listening Skill: A Review and Bibliometrics Analysis
Authors: Abdul Kodir Al Baekani,
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to conducted a comprehensive historical review and bibliometric analysis of the literature on English-listening (EL) education and mapped the current state of the field, trends, and emerging topics, as well as identified gaps where further research is needed. We retrieved 630 sample documents on EL teaching and learning in Scopus (1958–2022) under certain conditions and analyzed the extracted data using Excel and VOSviewer 1.6.18 from the perspectives of the number of yearly publications, countries, authors, citation numbers, and keywords. The findings show that the number of publications on EL education increased from 1958 to 2022 with peak increase in 2019. Then, it decreased in 2020 and increased in 2021. However, in 2022 there was a decrease in publications due to a lack of sustained engagement with this topic by researchers. The research topics showed a multidimensional trend, covering communicative skills, language knowledge, assessment, teaching or learning methods, ICT-related applications, and cognitive factors, of which ICT-related applications (such as flipped classrooms, blended learning, and e-learning) and cognitive factors (such as motivation, anxiety, and affect) were the areas of focus.
Synergizing IoT-Based Gender-Responsive Security Surveillance to Gauge ICT Infrastructure Maturity
Authors: Kathryn P. Acosta
Published: April 2024

Effective planning and implementation of smart security surveillance ensures campus protection for all genders. Thus, the integration of a reliable ICT infrastructure as the core foundation for the security and privacy of the institutions leads to a substantial transformation in the way individuals interact, increasing the confidentiality of the stakeholders. Hence, the study aims to assess the current state of ICT infrastructure and identify the parameters in the design of an IoT-based gender-responsive security surveillance system for Colegio de San Juan de Letran Manaoag. The study implemented a comprehensive review of related literature about maturity models and their capabilities. A focus group discussion was assembled to administer a semi-structured interview on the current state of the ICT infrastructure and conducted an online survey for the assessment of the ICT infrastructure among the administrators and staff of the MIS Department in identifying the strengths and weaknesses of the current ICT infrastructure. Employing the IT Infrastructure Maturity Model (ITI-MM) as a tool in determining the maturity levels of its capabilities. Based on the results, the ITI-MM model determined the current state of the ICT infrastructure, which is currently operating at maturity level 2, and identified the gaps in achieving the requirements between Level 1 and Level 2. In conclusion, the study indicated that measuring of the maturity level is applicable in integrating the proposed system for developing an IoT-based gender-responsive security surveillance system to enhance the security measures of the institution.
ProCoMon: A Web-based Project Procurement Management Plan (PPMP) Consolidation and Monitoring System for Nueva Vizcaya State University
Authors: Jann Vincent Paul Cadiz Lagmay
Published: April 2024

The major purpose of this study is to design and develop a web-based consolidation and monitoring system that can handle the delayed submission of a university's Annual Procurement Plan, which is managed by Nueva Vizcaya State University's Procurement Management Office. As a result of the identification of requirements and specifications, there is a need to design and develop a web-based system wherein research interviews, observations, and user stories are used to identify and analyze the study's methods, issues, and concerns. The Agile Unified Process was used as the research methodology, which managed changing user needs and involved the user in the software development process. AUP includes processes for each of the four phases: inception, elaboration, construction, and transition. As a result, the study lends a better consolidation and monitoring system that is more efficient and accurate in the formulation of an Annual Procurement Plan for the university.
When Human is Depicted as Birds: Moral Education through Javanese Saloka
Authors: Dyta Septiyatik, Hendrokumoro
Published: April 2024

Saloka is one of Javanese proverbs which includes comparison of human to other objects, such as goods or animals. Concerning on its structure, Javanese saloka can be expressed in various linguistic units, for instances word, phrase, even clause. Generally, the use of proverb in Javanese people‟s everyday life is still solid, especially when it is involved in advice, criticism, or quibble. In addition, another charm of Javanese saloka lies on the choice of vehicles – what is used to depict the object of discussion – in which human is portrayed as a thing or animal. For that reason, this study aims to reveal the use of bird types as a representation of human in Javanese saloka that contains moral values. The approach of qualitative descriptive was utilized in this work, extracting the data from several books of Javanese proverbs collection. Subsequently, the collected data was analysed through semantic metaphor with the help of literature such as journal articles, encyclopaedia, and internet sources. The result of the study shows that there are nine types of bird mentioned in Javanese saloka: beluk „owl‟, cocak „bulbul‟, dhandhang „crow‟, emprit „Javan munia‟, glathik „padda or Java sparrow‟, jalak „starling‟, kontul „heron‟, pecruk „cormorant‟, and peking „scaly-breasted munia or spice finch‟. Likewise, the motivations behind the use of bird types in Javanese saloka include: (1) bird habit; (2) bird colour; (3) bird size; and (4) bird chirp characteristics. To finish, the objective of saloka with b
Opportunities to Increase the Resilience of Sports Organisations Through Risk Management
Authors: Ing. Kristián Furiak, Doc. Ing. Katarína Buganová,
Published: April 2024

In today's highly globalised world, organisations face a range of risks and challenges on a daily basis. Much of this is determined by the environment in which organisations do business and operate. With the rapid development of sport as a phenomenon of modern times, the impact of such an environment on the business of sport organisations is growing. Thus, in order to meet their objectives, sports organisations are forced to look for ways and tools that will enable them to face new challenges and survive in such an environment. This study will therefore focus on the analysis of the current state of the sports sector, the analysis of the significant influences acting on sports organisations and the importance of implementing elements of risk management in the field of sports business as an important tool for increasing the resilience of sports organisations. The aim is to create a framework overview of the current state of the issue and to identify opportunities for improving the resilience of sports organisations. By being prepared to face future risks, it is possible to ensure the sustainable development of sport organisations, which represent a significant social and economic position in contemporary society.
Factors Influencing Return to Work in Malaysia: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Wan Arnidawati Wan Abdullah, Ng Eng Eng
Published: April 2024

Previous studies have highlighted various factors that contribute to return to work, such as recovery expectations, depression, job satisfaction, stress, gender, age, employer interest, motivation, intervention duration, and type of injury. However, there is a need to synthesize and analyse the existing literature to gain a comprehensive understanding of the considerations specific to the Malaysian context. This systematic literature review aims to identify the influencing factors to return to work among individuals who have experienced work-related injuries or illnesses in Malaysia and explore their implications for policy and practices. The PRISMA Statement (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) review approach is used for this review. Three digital databases of Google Scholar, SCOPUS, and PubMed databases were searched resulted in 21 related studies. The factors were categorised into four major factors: socio-demographic, psychological and personal, disease and treatment-related and work-related factors. These factors include gender, age, year of injury, industry, job hierarchy, employer interest, motivation, intervention duration, and type of injury. Furthermore, the analysis highlighted various impediments to returning to work, such as a lack of workplace support, insufficient rehabilitation programs, and financial concerns. These findings are substantial for policymakers and practitioners to develop targeted interventions and support systems that address the specific needs of individuals returning to work after work-related injuries or illnesses. By considering these factors, policies and practices can be tailored to improve the likelihood of successful return to work and promote the well-being of employees in Malaysia.
Nearpod Integration: What and How Is the Potential for Teaching and Learning?
Authors: Agung Prasetyo
Published: April 2024

The demands of education in the era of the industrial revolution 5.0 are getting higher, one of which is the integration of the use of technology in learning activities. Technology has various benefits in learning, for example to help teachers create an online-based learning system through a learning management system. Learning management system allows students to learn more actively and independently. Nearpod is a learning management system that can be used for teaching. Nearpod has various advantages compared to other learning management system, for example, it is interactive. Some of Nearpod's unique features for example: easy access to Nearpod, the availability of various quiz features, and other interesting features make Nearpod a platform for online and blended learning. The purpose of this study is to see the potential of Nearpod integration in learning. Using the scoping review method, 15 selected articles were analyzed to answer research questions. The results of the study show that Nearpod integration has a positive impact on the teaching and learning process, such as: increasing interactive learning, positive student attitudes, and learning outcomes. Furthermore, teachers find it helpful when teaching using Nearpod. Lastly, Nearpod integration can potentially improve teaching efficiency. However, the use of Nearpod tends to be implemented only in science learning, even still rarely in mathematics learning. Based on Nearpod’s advantages and findings in empirical studies, Nearpod can be further explored for learning in areas including mathematics. Future work suggested is the development of Nearpod to improve the quality of learning, especially mathematics learning.
CFD Simulations to study the Effect of Ambient Temperature on the Ventilation in a Metro Tunnel under Different Heat Release Rate
Authors: Yajue Wu, Ahmed H. Hafez Yousif Naif Almutai,
Published: April 2024

Urban and inter-urban rail transport provide the most favoured commuting option for millions of individuals globally. In spite of massive investments of public money to develop rail technologies and related infrastructure such as tunnel systems, there remain challenges to ensuring safety in this area. Railway tunnels present specific and serious fire safety issues, based on their length and restricted width. Smoke and other emissions from fires are a central factor to be considered in relation to both structural safety and survival where tunnel fires occur. Patterns of smoke flow can impact upon how efficient exhaust systems are, and for naturally ventilated systems, establishing shaft smoke flow patterns in tunnel fires is a significant requirement. While earlier work has considered this issue, it has been based on standard atmospheric conditions, while external temperatures can influence smoke movement properties, heat distribution, and the pattern of smoke flows within vertically constructed shafts. This study takes the case study of an underground metro tunnel, applying computational fluid dynamics through ANSYS Fluent to simulate and examine the effects of more extreme external temperatures for fires of 5 and 15 mw occurring in this environment.
Dynamics of School Management and Its Translations into School Climate
Authors: Gary Vincent L. Mengullo
Published: April 2024

The study is grounded on Social Capital Theory and Ecological Systems which was introduced by Robert Putnam and Urie Bronfenbrenner. Through the multiple-case study among 27 participants from different secondary schools, the researcher explored participants’ experiences with the development of a positive school climate. In determining the themes of the study, the researcher utilized Braun & Clarke (2006) Six-phased Thematic Analysis and Multiple Cross-Case Analysis by Miles & Huberman (1994). Results indicated that school management practices such as Teaching and Learning, Institutional Environment and Relationships are important considerations in building a positive school climate.