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An Analysis of Middle School Students' Needs for Innovation by School Space
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Kim DalHyo
Published: July 2023

Objectives In this study, the needs of middle school students regarding innovation by school space were analyzed.
Methods T275 middle school students were analyzed for the demand for innovation throughout the school space such as classrooms, corridors, restaurants, toilets, special rooms, and auditoriums. As a data processing method, frequency analysis of the SPSS program was used. Frequency analysis is to understand the needs of middle school students regarding innovation by school space in many order.
Results Middle school students wanted the classroom to be innovated with marble, tiles, or soft materials, the hallway to be neatly innovated with marble or tiles, and the bathroom to be transformed into a fragrant space through air fresheners. Middle school students wanted the English room to be expanded in size, the art room to be equipped with various and abundant tools and materials, and the music room to be replaced with a larger desk and chair with an individual backrest. Middle school students wanted the library to be more spacious between desks, chairs with backrests and more fluffy chairs, and the auditorium to be expanded in size.
Conclusions In order for school space innovation projects promoted by the Ministry of Education and each metropolitan and provincial education office to be more substantial and successful, it is very important to carry out them based on reasonable grounds in the direction and method of innovation of various spaces in schools. As one of the grounds, it is necessary to consider the results of students' demands for school space innovation revealed in this study.
A Development Study of Evaluation Criteria for Convergence Curriculum in Universities
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, You Ji-Sun , Choi Hyemi
Published: July 2023

Objectives In a rapidly changing society, there is a growing demand for convergence education through multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary curriculum beyond traditional major education centered on a single major. Therefore, this study developed a university convergence curriculum evaluation model considering the specificity of convergence education, and developed evaluation criteria for managing the quality of convergence education.
Methods Based on the results of previous studies, a preliminary draft for a convergence curriculum evaluation emphasizing ‘deliberation’ was made, revised into an initial version through the first expert council, and conducted a second expert survey to refine it into a revised version. Finally, the final version of the convergence curriculum was derived based on the contents of consultation between the researchers.
Results To this end, As a result of the study, a CDPP evaluation model was proposed that transformed the existing decision making evaluation model(CIPP) as the deliberation of those involved in convergence education was an important factor for evaluating the convergence curriculum. Also, according to the CDPP evaluation model, 4 large areas, 10 medium areas, 25 small areas, and 63 detailed evaluation indicators were developed.
Conclusions In order to systematize the university convergence curriculum, ‘deliberation’ of those involved in planning and designing the convergence curriculum is essential. In addition, there is a need for ‘administrative and financial support’ for students to organize and operate the convergence curriculum and a ‘performance management’ system to help systematize the convergence curriculum.
What degree of disruption to students' reading comprehension occurs when spacing is removed from text?
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Sim Hyegyeong , Park Youngmin
Published: July 2023

Objectives The purpose of this study was to investigate the degree to which students' reading comprehension is disrupted when spacing is removed from text.
Methods To this end, 200 high school students were perform an inferential reading comprehension in which texts with different spacing were evenly distributed. Based on the performance of the reading task, the degree to which students' reading comprehension is disrupted when spacing is removed from text was analyzed through effect size.
Results First, the average score of reading comprehension in the text with maintained spacing (hereafter Condition 1) was higher than that of the text with removed spacing (hereafter Condition 2). Second, the average score of reading comprehension in Condition 1 was higher than that in Condition 2 for both explanatory and narrative texts, but the difference was greater in the explanatory text. Third, the difference between high-level and low-level students was significant in both Condition 1 and Condition 2, and the average score of reading comprehension in Condition 1 was higher than that in Condition 2 for both high-level and low-level students. Fourth, the average score of reading comprehension for female students was higher than that for male students in both Condition 1 and Condition 2.
Conclusions Considering this, the impact of cognitive interference factors such as spacing differs depending on the type of text. Therefore, it is necessary to explore instructional approaches that can compensate for the gap in reading comprehension caused by differences in difficulty and preference depending on the type of text.
The Effects of Nun-chi and Self-Determination on Clinical Practice Stress in Nursing Students
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Jo Mirae , Lee Hyunjin , Kim Suhyun , Kwon Hyoshin , Jo Jeongin
Published: July 2023

Objectives The purpose of this study is to identify the effects of nursing students' nunchi and self-determination on clinical practice stress.
Methods The subjects of this study were recruited from two universities located in U-city, and there were 123 nursing students. Data were collected from August 1, 2022 to November 30, 2022 using a Google questionnaire. The analysis method was performed by real number, percentage, standard deviation, t-test, ANOVA, Pearson's correlation coefficient, and Hierarchical regression using the SPSS/WIN 25.0 program.
Results Clinical practice stress in Nursing students showed a negative correlation with nunchi(r=-.255 p<.01) and self-determination(r=-.398, p<.001). As a result of Hierarchical regression analysis, self-determination (β=-.220, p<.05), clinical practice satisfaction: dissatisfaction (β=.460, p<.001), clinical practice satisfaction: average (β= .190, p<. 05) were found to be factors affecting clinical practice stress, and the explanatory power of these variables was 33.5% (F=11.238, p<.001, Adjusted R2=33.5%).
Conclusions In order to reduce the stress of clinical practice, it is necessary to identify the difficulties that nursing students experience in the clinical field in detail, and seek a realistic clinical practice guidance strategy that supports students to find appropriate solutions while maximizing their self-determination. In addition, it is rnecessary to develop an educational program that can apply these teaching strategies.
The Effects of Self-compassion on Adjustment to College Life in Nursing Students
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Lee Jiyeong , Yun Kyoungsun
Published: July 2023

Objectives This study is a descriptive research study to identify the relationship between Self-compassion, perceived stress, and adjustment to college life in nursing students, and to understand their influence on adjustment to college life.
Methods Data were collected through questionnaires administered to 161 nursing students belonging to two colleges located in S city and M city, from June 21 to July 20, 2022. The SPSS/22.0 program was used to analyze the data with descriptive statistics, t-test, Mann-Whitney test, ANOVA, Pearson’s correlation coefficient, multiple regression.
Results Nursing students scored 80.43 on Self-compassion, 18.33 on perceived stress, and 116.63 on adjustment to college life. Adjustment to college life had a significant positive correlation with Self-compassion (r=.47, p<.001). Among the sub-domains of college life adaptation, coping capacity showed a significant positive correlation with perceived stress (r=.18, p=.026). Among the general characteristics, the factors that showed a significant difference in college life adjustment (gender, character, leave of absence experience, department adjustment, interpersonal problems, major satisfaction) were input as control variables, and regression analysis was performed. As a result, Self-compassion (β=0.34, p<.001) was found to have a positive effect on adjustment to college life.
Conclusions This study suggests that department adaptability and self-compassion are important factors in the adaptation of nursing students to college life. Therefore, a program to improve department adaptation and self-compassion should be developed to increase nursing students' college life adaptability.
Public Kindergarten Teachers’ perceptions and practices of Indoor Play Space Composition in Free Playtime
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, YI SAIM
Published: July 2023

Objectives The purpose of this study is to explore kindergarten teachers' perceptions of the composition of indoor play spaces and their experiences in the practice of play support during free play time in public kindergartens.
Methods 9 public kindergarten teachers in Seoul and Gyeonggi-do participated in the study. For data collection, in-depth personal interviews were conducted for 90 to 100 minutes, and classroom layout and play photos and records of children were collected and analyzed. For data analysis, interviews were repeatedly read, analyzed by subject, and categorized, and triangular verification was conducted by two early childhood education experts.
Results Public kindergarten teachers recognized that the play area was flexible, and that a balance between children and teachers was needed as the owner of the play space. n the classroom, the play area was integrated and subdivided, and a new theme play area appeared in the central space of the classroom. Hallway play connects classes and classes, and children experienced various relationships in it. Teachers immediately provided play materials and provided support by decorating the classroom's wall environment with banners. Teachers found it difficult to organize and organize the classroom space due to meals, the ‘after-school course class’ and classroom sharing difficulties. In addition, there were many social role plays and difficulties in guiding children playing alone.
Conclusions Public kindergarten teachers recognized the flexibility of indoor play areas and provided various play support, but there were also difficulties in organizing the space. In order to solve this problem, it was found that understanding and cooperation between teachers and children, as well as teachers and teachers who are the owners of indoor spaces, were necessary.
In the implementation of project-based play A study on the experiences of pre-service early childhood teachers who participated
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Chung Hyo Jin
Published: July 2023

Objectives This study investigated the experiences of prospective early childhood teachers who participated in project-based play execution.
Methods To this end, a study was conducted for a total of 15 weeks from September 1 to December 8, 2022, targeting 34 first-year students in the three-year early childhood education department in S City. The method of conducting the study was conducted during the infant teaching method class, and the process of preparation-execution-evaluation was conducted by referring to the development method of the project approach proposed by Moon Yeon-sim (2017) and the PBL class of Choi Jung-im and Jang Kyung-won (2015). Data collection and analysis are activity reports, problem analysis papers, final reports, video and photos of play execution, reflective journals of prospective early childhood teachers, and interview data with researchers.
Results First, through project-based play implementation, prospective early childhood teachers experienced that teachers must first experience in order to conduct a play-oriented curriculum. Second, through project-based play implementation, prospective early childhood teachers experienced practical knowledge through direct experience of play. Third, in the process of implementing project-based play, prospective early childhood teachers experienced becoming voluntary learners to help with group activities. Fourth, through project-based play implementation, prospective early childhood teachers experienced changing their thoughts on play.
Conclusions Through the experience of project-based play execution, prospective early childhood teachers have learned the necessity and importance of play for infants and toddlers, suggesting that educational discussions on practical knowledge such as project activities need to be made.
The Effects of Motion Expression Activity based on Traditional Culture on Young Children’s Motor Proficiency and Creativity
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Peak Ju Hea , Kim Dong Hwan
Published: July 2023

Objectives The purpose of this study were to investigate the effect of motion expression activity based on traditional culture on children’s motor proficiency and creativity.
Methods The subjects of this study were 40 who were 5-years-old children enrolled in D kindergarten located G city. To compare the effects of experimental treatments on young children’s motor proficiency and creativity scores of pre-test and post-test were analyzed by independent t-test applying SPSS 22.0 program.
Results Motion expression activity based on traditional culture had positive effects on children’s motor proficiency. In the subordinate factor of the motor proficiency, locomotor ability of experimental group’s score were significant higher than comparative group’s. Motion expression activity based on traditional culture had positive effects on children’s creativity. The score of the experimental group was significantly higher than the score of the comparative group in ‘fluency processing’, ‘originality’, ‘elaboration’ which are subarea of creativity.
Conclusions The result of this study is expected to be a future guidelines to develop teaching-learning method to enhance children’s motor proficiency and creativity.
The Mediating Effect of Resilience in the Effect of Emotional Labor on Job Satisfaction of Social Workers at Home Elderly Welfare Facilities
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Kim KyungSook
Published: July 2023

Objectives The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of emotional labor and resilience on job satisfaction, and the mediating effect of resilience in the relationship between emotional labor and job satisfaction.
Methods For this purpose, 184 social workers working at home-based senior welfare facilities located in D Metropolitan City were selected as the study subjects, and a survey was conducted with emotional labor as the independent variable, resilience as the mediating variable, and job satisfaction as the dependent variable. For the data, frequency analysis, reliability verification, correlation analysis, and multiple regression analysis were applied to derive the research results using the SPSS program.
Results There was a significant positive relationship between inner emotional labor, control, positivity, sociability resilience, and job satisfaction recognized by social workers engaged in home-based welfare facilities for the elderly. It was found that positivity and sociability had a significant positive effect on job satisfaction. In addition, resilience was found to have a significant effect as a complete parameter in the effect of internal emotional labor on job satisfaction.
Conclusions The quality of social welfare services depends on the quality of social workers who provide a variety of services to the elderly in the field. Through this study, it was found that job satisfaction can increase when social workers appropriately control their emotions and express positive and sincere behaviors in the process of performing their duties. Therefore, social workers engaged in welfare facilities for the elderly should actively promote various measures to strengthen resilience in order to provide better services to the elderly and improve their job satisfaction.
Analysis of domestic media reports related to ‘child safety accidents’ using Bigkinds
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Yoo Jieun , Kim Hyunsu
Published: July 2023

Objectives The purpose of this study is to analyze domestic media reports related to child safety accidents using Bigkinds.
Methods To this end, 25,821 media reports reported from January 1, 1990 to December 15, 2022 were extracted and analyzed using child safety accidents as a key search term in Bigkinds, a news analysis system based on big data technology.
Results As a result, the number of media reports on child safety accidents has continued to increase since 1990 and decreased after peaking in 2018, and media reports related to child safety accidents tend to increase rapidly from May to August of the year. In addition, word cloud analysis found that keywords such as outdoor activities and traffic accidents were frequently mentioned in relation to child safety accidents, and as a result of the relationship analysis, “Korea Consumer Agency” formed a network with keywords such as “OECD” and “Fair Trade Commission.”
Conclusions The results of this study can be used as basic data to comprehensively understand the trend of media reports related to child safety accidents and to prepare countermeasures to reduce child safety accidents.
Development and Validation of the Pre-secondary school Teacher’s Artificial Intelligence Literacy Scale
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Lim Hyejin , Lee Moonsoo
Published: July 2023

Objectives The purposes of this study were to develop a scale that can diagnose it for systematic educational support for fostering AI literacy of prospective secondary teachers
Methods To achieve the goal, previous studies were reviewed and expert content validity was conducted. And then A preliminary survey was conducted on 186 students from the College of Education at universities located in Gyeongnam, and a main survey was conducted on 504 university students located in Gyeongnam, Busan, Daegu, and Incheon.
Results As a result of this survey, the reliability of the scale was high(.939) and model fit is found that those extracted constructs were valid by showing good fit indices(CFI=.945, TLI=.937, RMSEA=.047, SRMR= .045). In addition, it was confirmed that the validity of the finally selected item was secured through cross-validation analysis and differences verification between groups.
Conclusions The components of AI literacy of pre-secondary school teachers consisted of four areas and eight sub-factors ‘AI understanding, AI use, AI development, and AI ethics’. and the diagnostic tool was confirmed with a total of 33 items.
The Effect of Career Elasticity on Career Decision Self-Effectiveness and Career Preparation Behavior in High School Students
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Cho Yongsun
Published: July 2023

Objectives The purpose of this study is to find out the effect of career elasticity of high school students on career decision-making self-efficacy and career preparation behavior.
Methods To this end, 346 second-year students attending humanities high schools in the Seoul metropolitan area were tested for career resilience, career decision-making self-efficacy, and career preparation behavior from October 15 to December 30, 2022. Descriptive statistics and reliability analysis were conducted as an analysis of the collected data, and Pearson correlation analysis and regression analysis were conducted to verify the relationship and influence between variables.
Results It was found that there was a positive correlation between career elasticity, career decision-making self-efficacy, and career preparation behavior. In addition, career elasticity was found to have a positive effect on career decision-making self-efficacy and career preparation behavior. In particular, career resilience has been found to have the greatest impact on planning, a sub-factor of career decision-making self-efficacy, and self-understanding behavior, a sub-factor of career preparation behavior.
Conclusions By verifying that high school students' career resilience affects their career decision-making self-efficacy and career preparation behavior, this study demonstrated that career resilience is an important variable in the process of transferring them to practical and specific actions.
Parámetros, correlaciones y tendencias genéticas de caracteres reproductivos en ganado Holstein de México
Authors: Durán-Alvarez Carolina , García-Ruiz Adriana , Alonso Morales Rogelio Alejandro , Eguiarte Luis E. , Ruiz-López Felipe De Jesús
Published: July 2023

El objetivo fue calcular los parámetros, correlaciones y describir las tendencias genéticas de caracteres reproductivos en ganado Holstein de México en tres periodos diferentes de tiempo, en hembras nacidas entre 2006 y 2019, usando registros de la asociación Holstein de México. Los parámetros reproductivos calculados fueron: intervalo parto a primer servicio (IPPS), el número de servicios por concepción (NSC), los días abiertos (DAB), el intervalo entre partos (IEP) y la edad al primer parto (EPP). Los componentes de la varianza fueron estimados utilizando máxima verosimilitud restringida en un modelo animal, para calcular parámetros genéticos (heredabilidad en sentido estricto (h2), repetibilidad (r) y correlaciones genéticas) y correlaciones fenotípicas. También se estimaron varianzas genéticas aditivas y valores genéticos en tres periodos de tiempo (P1: 2006-2009, P2: 2010-2013 y P3: 2014-2017). Las heredabilidades calculadas fueron de 4 a 9 % y las repetibilidades del 8 al 9 %, valores cercanos a reportes previos para características de fertilidad. Las correlaciones fenotípicas fueron positivas para casi todos los parámetros reproductivos y las genéticas fueron positivas en un rango amplio (0.13-0.99). Los análisis por periodos mostraron cambios, posiblemente derivados de la influencia de la importación y uso de germoplasma de toros extranjeros (principalmente de los Estados Unido de América y Canadá) que implementan selección genómica e incluyen características fertilidad. La presente investigación ha permitido actualizar la información de parámetros reproductivos y genéticos en caracteres de fertilidad que podrán ser incorporados a las evaluaciones genéticas nacionales.
4 KEGIATAN KEAGAMAAN SMP MUHAMMDIYAH BATU: MAMPU MEMPENGARUHI AKHLAK PESERTA DIDIK?
Authors: Bararah Isnawardatul
Published: July 2023

Character education not only teaches what is good and what is wrong to students, but character education also applies positive habits, so that students are able to understand and implement these values in saying and acting every day. To realize character education that emphasizes positive habits that will continue to be practiced and implemented by students, it is necessary to have cooperation between all school members. All school members play a role in providing direction and guidance for students to practice the five main character values of character education, namely religious values, nationalism values, independent values, mutual cooperation values, and integrity values. Implementation of Strengthening Character Education (PPK) based on school culture discusses various problems in the world of education regarding habituation of the main values in everyday life at school, setting a good example in the school environment, involving the entire school ecosystem, building and complying with school rules, norms, and traditions, and develop the talents, interests, and potential of students. Thus character education can be integrated through school culture to instill positive values and habits in students.
AMANAH DALAM PERSPEKTIF AL-QURAN (Studi Komparatif Tafsir Al-Misbah dan Al-Azhar)
Authors: Amiruddin Amiruddin
Published: July 2023

Amanah is one of the commendable qualities that must be possessed by a Muslim, where the nature of trust is the nature of carrying out all the responsibilities entrusted to someone in accordance with what is mandated without deviating in the slightest. The implementation of the mandate can provide welfare and justice to others. The purpose of this study is to compare to find the similarities of the two concepts of trust in the Koran an-Nisa verse 58 between the interpretations of al-Misbah and al-Azhar. This research method uses library research method. The primary data source in this study is the book of interpretations of al -Misbah and al-Azhar, secondary data sources are books or reading materials related to the interpretation of al-Misbah and al-Azhar in Surah an-Nisa verse 58. The results of the study formulate the conclusion that in the interpretation of al-Misbah amanah is that which has been handed over to those who are entitled to receive it, it should be carried out perfectly and on time, the same thing according to the interpretation of al - Azhar, the mandate should be handed over to experts according to their abilities and talents, the latter is more directed in terms of leadership. However, there are different interpretations of trust, according to al-Misbah's interpretation something that is handed over or entrusted to another party to be maintained and returned when the time comes to its owner, while trust according to al -Azhar's interpretation is something that is guarded to be conveyed to its owner.
PROBLEMATIC ASPECTS OF CIVIC IDENTITY FORMATION (ON THE EXAMPLE OF STUDENT YOUTH OF THE YAROSLAVL REGION)
Authors:   Yaroslavl State Pedagogical University named after K.D. Ushinsky, BUGAICHUK T.V. , KORYAKOVTSEVA O.A. ,   Yaroslavl State Pedagogical University named after K.D. Ushinsky
Published: July 2023

The purpose of the article is to comprehend the problem of the formation of civic identity and its special significance both in the formation of an individual's self-awareness and in the development and consolidation of civic society in the context of an increase in the crisis of global geopolitical processes and sociocultural transformation. According to the authors, the instability of both personal and civic identity gives rise to the problem of forming the activity of the spirit of the younger generation in connection with some anomie that has developed in modern Russian society. The disintegration of the value system is dangerous not only for an individual developing person, but also for the stability of society and the state as a whole, that is why civic identity is an indicator of political stability in the state. The text presents the results of a study of student youth of the Yaroslavl region in terms of the formation of civic identity. Contradictory aspects of this process are shown, when young Yaroslavl residents characterize themselves in terms of citizenship higher than typical citizens of the country, thereby bringing themselves closer to the indicators of an ideal citizen of the Russian Federation. The study revealed some signs of the instrumental status of civic identity among the youth of the region. As a result, the urgent need to use the traditional collectivist basis for the formation of “spiritual activity” and “action activity” among young people is emphasized, which contributes to the formation of Russian civil identity. The result of an active civil society should be a strong democratic, socially oriented state.
FEATURES OF THE INSTITUTIONALIZATION OF YOUTH SUBCULTURES AT THE REGIONAL LEVEL WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK OF THE THEORY OF SMALL GROUPS (ON THE EXAMPLE OF THE VORONEZH REGION)
Authors:   Government of the Voronezh Region, ZUBASHCHENKO Y.V.
Published: July 2023

The purpose of the study is in the comprehensive and multidimensional study of the problem of integration of youth subcultures’ representatives into movements created at the initiative of federal and regional authorities, as well as volunteer and volunteer initiatives. The research methodology consisted in using the sociological method, which made it possible to evaluate the nominated candidates in terms of their sociological portraits. Youth subcultures are considered at the present stage of development of society, as well as the degree of involvement of young people in involvement in subcultures. Based on the analysis of the conducted studies, a conclusion is made about the possibilities of using the potential of youth subcultures and volunteer associations in the system of social management of society. Questions are concretized regarding the varieties of subcultures, the terminology of volunteering (volunteering). As a result, it is noted that at the moment representatives of youth subcultures are in no hurry to integrate into the official state-supported movement. In this regard, it is necessary to understand the motives and causes of such a paradox, as well as to use it for further work with these associations. As a result, the author draws conclusions about the attitude towards subcultures in the modern youth environment, as well as about the use of their potential in the activities of the authorities and administration of the region. On the one hand, interest in a number of subcultures is gradually fading away, on the other hand, young people are trying to find themselves, often not knowing what programs and actions exist aimed at people aged 18 to 35.
Percepciones ambientales de jóvenes de dos municipios del alto oriente caldense
Authors: Guzmán Ruiz Carlos Alberto , Tunarrosa Echaverría Eliana Marcela
Published: July 2023

En el presente estudio se aborda la percepción ambiental de 177 jóvenes con una edad promedio de 16 años de los municipios de Manzanares y Marquetalia (Caldas, Colombia), donde se identificaron sus conocimientos, actitudes y comportamientos proambientales. Como metodología se empleó una adaptación de la Encuesta internacional sobre las actitudes y acciones de los estudiantes europeos con relación a temas ambientales. El análisis de las respuestas pone en evidencia la importancia que le otorgan los jóvenes al ambiente al reconocer la relación hombre-naturaleza, donde el ser humano es una especie más del planeta e identificar la necesidad de un crecimiento económico, desarrollo de la ciencia y tecnología sin estar en detrimento del ambiente; desestimando así la concepción antropocéntrica y utilitarista que se tiene del ambiente. Por otra parte, aunque es claro para los encuestados que la contaminación, las basuras y la deforestación son los principales problemas del entorno en el que viven, éstos presentan algunos vacíos conceptuales al momento de definir ciertos temas ambientales. El estudio propone el desarrollo de estrategias de EA surgidas desde las realidades del territorio, donde sea valorada la participación ciudadana, así como la complejidad del ambiente.
La investigación sobre la diversidad sexual y educación en México: un estado del conocimiento
Authors: Bautista Rojas Enrique
Published: July 2023

La intención de este estado del arte es realizar una revisión analítica de los estudios empíricos sobre diversidad sexual y educación realizados en México durante la década de 2011 a 2021. Se seleccionaron documentos físicos y digitales a través de palabras clave como “educación”, “escuela”, “diversidad sexual” y “comunidad LGBT+”. Los hallazgos muestran las líneas y enfoques predominantes con mayor desarrollo en los distintos estudios, lo que lleva a presentar los desafíos, pendientes y vacíos en el apartado de discusión, como un “estado del desconocimiento”. Al final, se reflexiona sobre la importancia de avanzar en el desarrollo de investigaciones educativas para comprender mejor la diversidad sexual en las escuelas y los diferentes agentes involucrados que aún viven procesos de discriminación y violencias.
Laboratory simulations of self-potential signals to assist groundwater studies
Authors: Mendonça Carlos Alberto , Sousa de Vasconcelos Suzan , Campos Guaragna Kowalski André
Published: July 2023

We present a brief history of experimental simulations with electrokinetic potential signals observed when common porous geological media are subjected to water flow regimes. The laboratory simulations at Instituto de Astronomia, Geofísica e Ciências Atmosféricas (IAG) of the Universidade de São Paulo (USP) had to overcome several challenges over years of research work, by developing experimental design, choice of materials, and software development to guide real data interpretation and definition of acquisition procedures to be implemented in practice. In this commemorative issue honouring the IAG/USP graduate program, we discuss some of our former results, including a set of original data for two laboratory experiments developed. The first experiment characterizes electrokinetic signals under controlled pumping regimes to illustrate the sensitivity of such potentials to structures with contrasting properties. The second study discusses model response for discrete fractures to guide field data interpretation to determine the hydraulic head in unconnected fractured systems by monitoring the variation of the electrokinetic potential after a borehole is pumped. In both cases, the experimental simulations are useful to understand the electric potentials of electrokinetic origin, pointing out their advantages in characterizing the subsurface hydraulic conditions when a borehole is pumped.
Paleomagnetism of the Main South American Precambrian Cratons
Authors: D'Agrella Filho Manoel Souza , Rapalini Augusto E. , Trindade Ricardo Ivan Ferreira
Published: July 2023

Here, we discuss the role of the main South American cratonic units in the Columbia and Rodinia supercontinents, and Gondwana megacontinent. According to paleomagnetic and geological data Amazonia and West Africa were linked to Baltica, Laurentia and Siberia forming West Columbia at ca. 1.78-1.75 Ga. The 1.78 to 1.42 Ga paleomagnetic data for Amazonia, Baltica and Laurentia suggest either, that West Columbia preserved its integrity, at least, up to 1.42 Ga, or Amazonia/West Africa broke-up from West Columbia at some time between 1.53 and 1.42 Ga.. On the other hand, the Congo/São Francisco, North China, Rio de la Plata, India and proto-Australia formed the East Columbia at ca. 1.78 Ga. However, the presently available Paleo to Mesoproterozoic paleomagnetic data for these cratonic blocks suggest that East Columbia was short-lived. At 1.1 Ga ago, Amazonia/West Africa, Congo-São Francisco, Kalahari and India probably formed a megacontinent that later collided with Laurentia and Baltica forming Rodinia at ca. 1.0 Ga. Most probably, Rodinia broke-up at ca. 750 Ma, when Congo/São Francisco, Kalahari and other smaller blocks rotated ca. 90° counterclockwise, closing the Brasiliano/Clymene ocean and docked against Amazonia/West Africa and Rio de la Plata at ca. 600-570 Ma ago forming West Gondwana.
Computational Geodynamics of South American Plate: Contributions and Perspectives
Authors: Sacek Victor , Ussami Naomi , Pesce Agustina , Mora Claudio Salazar , Dos Santos Edgar Bueno , Baiadori Felipe , Assunção Jamison , Silva João Pedro Macedo , Da Silva Rafael Monteiro , Bicudo Tacio Cordeiro
Published: July 2023

Computational geodynamics is a key tool in Earth Sciences, enabling the simulation of different geodynamic processes at any time scale in Nature or those which cannot be adequately reproduced by analogue modelling in laboratorial conditions. Specifically, the coupling of surface processes of erosion and sedimentation with the internal dynamics of the lithosphere is a complex problem that involves the solution of a set of differential equations that are only adequately solved by numerical models. During the last three decades, different numerical models were developed to explain the importance of the coupling between the surface and internal dynamics of the Earth, both in active margins and in stable tectonic domains, showing how the coupling leads to counter-intuitive results not observed when each process is analyzed separately. One example of this complex coupling is the feedback mechanism between erosion of the landscape and the regional isostatic response of the lithosphere. In this work, we present simple isostatic and flexural elements that highlight the importance of surface processes on the stress and strain pattern in lithospheric plates. Initially, we present a review on the development of computational geodynamics at University of São Paulo. This review is followed by an analysis of the density structure of the Earth and how the high-density contrast at the Earth’s surface creates a major impact on the isostatic equilibrium of the lithosphere when variations on topographic loads are taken into account. Additionally, we show that the wavelength of the denudation of the Earth’s surface due to fluvial dynamics corresponds to the characteristic length scale for flexural bending of the lithosphere, maximizing the flexural stresses in the lithosphere. Finally, we present recent works on the coupling between surface and lithospheric processes and future challenges for the development of computational geodynamics, with possible strategies to solve them.
A Proactive Approach to Addressing Security Challenges in Cloud Migration
Authors:   Cybersecurity Engineer Infinion Technologies, Njoku Janet
Published: July 2023

In today's digital landscape, organizations are increasingly migrating their operations to the cloud. However, during this shift comes the crucial need for robust security measures. This paper explores the major security challenges organizations face during cloud migration and proposes an effective strategy to mitigate these risks. By building upon existing research, the paper identifies key security challenges and focuses on a proactive approach to address them. The paper delves into the fundamental principles of cloud security, emphasizing the shared responsibility model and the importance of encryption, access controls, identity management, and cloud governance. It highlights the specific security issues encountered during cloud migration. To address these challenges, it advocates for the application of threat modeling—a systematic approach to identify and evaluate potential threats, vulnerabilities, and risks. The benefits of threat modeling include early risk identification, risk prioritization, a security-by-design approach, alignment with standards and best practices, and ongoing security assurance. Practical guidance on implementing threat modeling for a secure cloud migration is provided particularly based on the Microsoft threat modelling approach by identifying and prioritizing potential security threats, implementing effective controls, and validating their effectiveness. Keyword: Proactive Approach, Security Challenges, Cloud Migration, Security, Risks, Models Proceedings Citation Format Njoku, J. (2023): A Proactive Approach to Addressing Security Challenges in Cloud Migration. Proceedings of the Cyber Secure Nigeria Conference. Nigerian Army Resource Centre (NARC) Abuja, Nigeria. 11-12th July, 2023. Pp 89-96. https://www.csean.org.ng/. dx.doi.org/10.22624/AIMS/CSEAN-SMART2023P11
Ethical Foundations for Sustainable National Development: Integrating Morality and Business Education
Authors:   Department of Business Education College of Education Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science & Technology Ikere Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria, Olowe Modupe Oluwatoyin
Published: July 2023

Quality education is, no doubt, a good tool for national development. For quality education to be available in any nation, there is the need for well-trained human resources and the availability of quality material resources. Business educators are very important in this regard because they are the purveyor of knowledge, skills and attitudes to be inculcated into trainees for both self- and national sustainability. This paper looks into morality and vocational education as essential tools of quality education for sustainable national development. Areas dealt with include conceptual clarifications, sustainable national development; indispensability of quality character in vocational development, and morality and successful vocation for sustainable national development. The paper concluded that education is the cornerstone of achieving a sustainable national development and this can be achievable through effective business education programme and character development. Keywords: Morality, Business Education, National Development. Journal Reference Format: Olowe, M.O. (2023): Ethical Foundations for Sustainable National Development: Integrating Morality and Business Education . Humanities, Management, Arts, Education & the Social Sciences Journal. Vol. 11. No. 2, Pp 11-18 www.isteams.net/humanitiesjournal. dx.doi.org/10.22624/AIMS/HUMANITIES/V11N2P2
The Use of K-Nearest Neighbour Approach for Crime Rate Prediction in Public Universities: Case Study Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba–Akoko (AAUA), Ondo State, Nigeria
Authors:   Department of Computer Science Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba–Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria, Akinwumi David Adeola
Published: July 2023

The prediction of crime rates has been a challenging problem for law enforcement agencies and policymakers. The main challenge in developing a predictive model for crime rate is the unavailability and quality of data. Crime data is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased, which has always affected the accuracy of the scholars’ designed model. For example, the use of traditional methods such as manual crime analysis and statistical analysis are often limited by the volume and complexity of the data. The need for a more accurate and efficient predictive model that can handle large and complex datasets is increasing. This research developed a predictive model using the KNN algorithm that is into accurate prediction of crime rates and helps policymakers to make better decisions. The KNN algorithm was implemented using Python programming language with scikit-learn libraries. The primary dataset was collected from security units of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko and Akungba police station. The Algorithm was implemented on a Laboratory Local Area Network at the Information and Communication Technology Application Centre (ICTAC), Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko. The performance evaluation was based on precision, recall, and F1 score. The results show that the KNN algorithm can accurately predict crime rates with an average accuracy of 88%. The model demonstrates that the KNN algorithm can be a useful tool for predicting crime rates. In addition, the model is hoped to enhance crime prevention strategies, reduce crime rates, and ultimately improve the quality of life in university communities. Keywords: Crime, Crime Rate, Prediction, K-Nearest Neighbour, Public Universities. Akinwumi, D.A. (2023): The Use of K-Nearest Neighbour Approach for Crime Rate Prediction in Public Universities: Case Study Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba–Akoko (AAUA), Ondo State, Nigeria. Journal of Advances in Mathematical & Computational Science. Vol. 11, No. 2. Pp 11-24. dx.doi.org/10.22624/AIMS/MATHS/V11N2P1. Available online at www.isteams.net/mathematics-computationaljournal.
Microbiological Quality, Aflatoxin Level, Phytochemical Compounds, Antioxidant Potential And Proximate Mineral Composition Of Date Palm Fruits (Phoenix dactylifera L.)
Authors:   Department of Biological Sciences Crescent University  Abeokuta, Nigeria, Sanusi J. F. O. , Sakariyau A.O. , Sirajudee A.O
Published: July 2023

Date palm fruits are edible fruits widely consumed for nutritional and health benefits. The microbiological quality, aflatoxin level, phytochemical compounds, antioxidant potential and proximate mineral composition of Refined Arabian Date Palm Fruit (RADPF), Nigeria Date Palm Fruit (NDPF) and Black Arabian Date Palm Fruit (BADPF) were investigated. Microbial counts, aflatoxin level, phytochemical components and proximate mineral composition were determined using standard methods while antioxidant potential was determined using DPPH free radical scavenging, Ferric Reducing Power and Total Phenolic Content assays. Total bacteria and fungi count ranged from 5.5 – 11.3 CFU/g and 0.5 – 13.0 CFU/g in which NDPF had the highest fungi and bacteria count. Aflatoxin level in RADPF, NDPF, and BADPF were 4.3ppb, 3.9ppb, and 2.00ppb respectively. Saponins, flavonoids, anthraquinones, terpenoids, and alkaloids were present in all the samples. All the date palm fruit samples have significant mineral contents. NDPF had highest DPPH scavenging activity (77.83%) while RADPF had highest FRAP (4.765µM/µg) and Total Phenolic Content (1.615 mgGAE/mL). The study revealed that the three date palm fruits sampled have some level of aflatoxin and also have substantial antioxidant activities. Keywords:Date palm fruit, aflatoxin, antioxidant, microbial count, phytochemical Aims Research Journal Reference Format: Sanusi, J. F. O., Sakariyau, A.O. & Sirajudeen, A.O. (2022): Microbiological Quality, Aflatoxin Level, Phytochemical Compounds, Antioxidant Potential And Proximate Mineral Composition Of Date Palm Fruits (Phoenix dactylifera L.). Advances in Multidisciplinary and Scientific Research. Vol. 8. No. 2, Pp 17–28. dx.doi.org/10.22624/AIMS/V8N2P5. www.isteams.net/aimsjournal
The Fraud Goes On: The Effects of Fraud Duration, Victim Organization Type, and Perpetrator Status
Authors: Papakroni Erlina , Rice Marie , Dilks Lisa M.
Published: July 2023

When occupational fraud is detected, the organization—the victim in the fraud case—decides whether or not to terminate and/or refer the case to law enforcement for possible prosecution. We use survey data collected by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) to examine the impact of fraud duration, organization type, and perpetrator status on a victim organization’s decision to pursue a particular punishment outcome against the principal perpetrator. We find that fraud duration is an important attribute in determining whether and how victim organizations pursue punishments. Furthermore, fraud duration interacts with victim organization type and with perpetrator status to influence the punishment outcome selected by the victim organization. Our study contributes to the fraud literature by considering the interactions between perpetrator and victim organization characteristics on punishment outcomes and has practical implications for victim organizations and the certified fraud examiners who advise them.

Data Availability: Data are available from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE).

JEL Classifications: M40; M41; M49; L32; L33.
Lack of increase in granulocyte colony-stimulating factor in psoriatic skin.
Authors: Takematsu H , Fukushima M , Tagami H
Published: July 2023

Previously, we showed an elevated level of pro-inflammatory cytokine granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor (GM-CSF) in psoriatic skin. Granulocyte (G)-CSF, which is also released from the infiltrating cells and epidermal keratinocytes, profoundly influences the biological activities of terminally differentiated neutrophils, in addition to its supporting effects on the proliferation and differentiation of progenitor cells of neutrophil lineage. We have carried out enzyme immunoassay for G-CSF in suction blister fluids and horny tissue extracts from psoriatic skin. Although some samples of the blister fluids and stratum corneum extracts showed G-CSF, there were no significant differences between the concentration in normal and psoriatic skin. These results suggest that, among CSFs, GM-CSF plays a more important role than G-CSF in the local immune responses in psoriasis.