bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Międzynarodowa współpraca Polskiego Towarzystwa Statystycznego
Authors: Kordos Jan
Published: October 2023

The author describes forms of international cooperation in the years 1912–2011 of the Polish Statistical Association (PTS). In the first period of activity, the main form of cooperation was the participation of PTS members in the congresses of the International Statistical Institute and the Econometric Society. After 1989, the PTS organized and sponsored international conferences and scientific seminars in Poland. Particular attention is devoted to four statisticians, who played a prominent role in international activities and the development of the Society as well as Polish statistics, i.e. Professors Jerzy Neyman, Jan Piekałkiewicz and Jan Czekanowski and also to dr. Jan Wiśniewski. The study highlighted the role of a magazine published in English, ”Statistics in Transition” (later ”Statistics in Transition – new series”) in PTS international cooperation.
Analiza konwergencji podregionów za pomocą łańcuchów Markowa
Authors: Łaźniewska Ewa , Górecki Tomasz
Published: October 2023

The article is based on years of regional research conducted by the authors. The paper presents results of regional convergence using Markov analysis. The paper is of theoretical and empirical nature. It presents theoretical aspects related to the use of Markov analysis. This method was used in the empirical part to provide a dynamic analysis of regional (NUTS 3) level in the period 1999 to 2008 according to GDP per capita.
Obciążenie demograficzne w Polsce
Authors: Murkowski Radosław
Published: October 2023

The article presents the changes in the demographic dependency ratio in Poland in years 1990–2009. The study used the classical method of calculating the demographic dependency ratio. Suggested by the author's method uses concepts of the potential demography. This method shows the ratio of the number of years that a population has to survive in non-production period to the number of years, it has to survive during the production period. A value of 1 means that the number of years for survival during the production period is approximately equal to the number of years for survival in non-productive time for all people living at the time of the study population. Demographic dependency ratio in Poland expressed by the classical measure indicates decreasing, while the potential measure shows growing. Therefore, in future we will see in Poland the demographic dependency ratio growth. According to the author it is necessary to gradually increase and equalization of retirement ages for women and men in the perspective of several years.
Edukacja zawodowa a potrzeby warszawskiego rynku pracy
Authors: Radziukiewicz Małgorzata
Published: October 2023

The article presents the changes in the size and structure of the supply of graduates of vocational schools by professions and specialties, and the underlying trends in labour demand in the years 2005–2010 in Warsaw. The main objective of this paper is to provide information about the shortage and workers sought by employers and surplus occupations, to which is observed the lack of demand for labour in Warsaw.
Rola statystyki w kształtowaniu polityki rozwoju społeczno-gospodarczego krajów Unii Europejskiej
Authors: Bielak Renata
Published: October 2023

The task of statistics is to provide reliable information to different user groups, including recipients of statistics at different levels of decision-making. Providing information support in decision making and policy-making in socioeconomic development is an ambitious challenge and requires a lot of responsibility. The article presents the activities carried out by the Polish official statistics, which are used to improve the effectiveness of strategic management at national and European level. In particular, the role of statistics was presented in the development and monitoring of strategic documents and in the process of implementing new mechanisms to coordinate economic policy.
Paradigmas de inclusão na educação musical de pessoas com autismo: uma análise de relatos publicados pela ABEM
Authors: Silvestrim Fernanda Guerra , Caregnato Caroline
Published: October 2023

Este trabalho aborda os paradigmas que, segundo Sassaki (2010), estiveram presentes na história da educação de pessoas com deficiência (PCDs) – os paradigmas de exclusão, de institucionalização, de integração e de inclusão – e a sua presença em práticas de educação musical. Ele objetiva analisar quais paradigmas de inclusão têm sido adotados na educação musical de pessoas com transtorno do espectro autista (TEA), segundo relatos de experiências pedagógicas publicados pela Associação Brasileira de Educação Musical (ABEM) entre 1992 e 2022. Por meio de uma revisão sistemática de literatura, foi possível identificar, em 18 artigos analisados, o paradigma de institucionalização como predominante. Todos os paradigmas foram encontrados entre os trabalhos. Houve uma baixa ocorrência de ações ligadas ao paradigma de inclusão, que foi associada à falta de formação dos professores para o trabalho com estudantes com autismo e à falta de recursos, especialmente humanos, que possam dar suporte ao professor de música.
Hydrogeologic investigation of the deep alluvial aquifer, Flathead Valley, Montana
Authors:   Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology, Rose J. , Bobst A. , Gebril A.
Published: October 2023

Investigation of the stresses and aquifer responses to increasing pumping from the deep alluvial aquifer. This is the companion interpretive report to the 3D geologic modeling report: MBMG 703.
Zwischen Schutz, Stigma und Stereotyp
Authors: Demir Demet
Published: October 2023

Mit der Einführung des ProstSchG im Jahr 2017 hat der Gesetzgeber in Deutschland neue gesetzliche Verpflichtungen verabschiedet, die die Situation der Prostituierten verbessern und sie vor Ausbeutung und Gewalt schützen sollen. Eine zentrale Bestimmung zur Umsetzung des intendierten Schutzes ist die Anmeldepflicht nach § 3 Abs. 1 ProstSchG, die in mehrfacher Hinsicht eine Belastung für die Anmeldepflichtigen bedeuten kann. Aus einer intersektionalen Perspektive zeigt sich, dass dieser Verpflichtung das im Diskurs verankerte klassistische und rassistische Narrativ der nicht selbstbestimmten migrantischen Sexarbeiterin nicht nur vorausgeht, sondern zugrunde liegt.
RANCANG BANGUN SISTEM INFORMASI PENYEWAAN GEDUNG RESEPSI PERNIKAHAN MENGGUNAKAN METODE WATERFALL DI KOTA KEFAMENANU BERBASIS WEB
Authors: Asthy Agustina Tamo Ina Bili , Yoseph P. K. Kelen  , Siprianus Septian Manek  , Leonard P.  Gelu
Published: October 2023

Gedung merupakan salah satu tempat yang diperlukan dalam melangsungkan proses resepsi pernikahan termasuk di Kota Kefamenanu yang merupakan salah satu kecamatan yang berada di wilayah kabupaten Timor Tengah Utara. Saat ini masih banyak gedung di Kota Kefamenanu yang belum memiliki Website penyewaan gedung dan masih dilakukan secara manual yaitu dengan datang langsung ke lokasi tersebut untuk mengetahui informasi tentang penyewaan gedung. Bagi sebagian orang yang memiliki kesibukan hal ini akan sangat memakan waktu untuk datang ke lokasi melihat ketersediaan gedung dan mencari-cari gedung yang masih tersedia. Oleh karena itu diperlukanlah sebuah sistem untuk memudahkan proses penyewaan gedung tanpa harus ke lokasi. Melihat permasalahan tersebut, pada penelitian ini dibangun sistem informasi penyewaan gedug resepsi pernikahan berbasis Website.
ANALISIS KUALITAS LAYANAN DAN PENGGUNA APLIKASI OVO TERHADAP KEPUASAN PELANGGAN MENGGUNAKAN PIECES FRAMEWORK
Authors: Ni Wayan Wardani  , Ni Kadek Ayu Nirwana  , Luh Putu Rara Ayu Ratnaningrum  , Sita  Haniyatus Salimah
Published: October 2023

The OVO application is an application that provides payment system services that can provide convenience in non-cash transactions, besides that the OVO application also opens access to digital financial products and services. OVO application which is a payment system used by various users. The diversity of these users will be an important point in assessing customer satisfaction because each customer has a different level of satisfaction. Users of the OVO application will assess customer satisfaction satisfied or dissatisfied, so that the existing system, will require further development in the future. One of the methods used in measuring the level of customer satisfaction is the pieces framework method which method has variables of performance assessment, information, economy, control, efficiency, and service. Researchers use questionnaires on 103 respondents who use the OVO application, INSTIKI students class of 2019, dissemination of this questionnaire through the Google form platform. The research results on the level of customer satisfaction showed the results of PUAS, with an average value above 4.06.
Naučna konferencija: „Ka boljoj demografskoj budućnosti Srbije“
Authors: Nikitović Vladimir
Published: October 2023

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Demografske promene i populaciona politika
Authors: Nikitović Vladimir , Arsenović Daniela
Published: October 2023

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Robert Nadler et al. (eds.) “Return Migration and Regional Development in Europe. Mobility Against the Stream“
Authors: Vesković-Anđelković Milica
Published: October 2023

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Milan M. Marković: „Osobe sa invaliditetom u Srbiji“
Authors: Sjeničić Marta
Published: October 2023

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Zbornik radova "Obrazovanje i razvoj"
Authors: Zvezdanović Jelena
Published: October 2023

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Elisabetta Barbi, John Bongaarts, James W. Vaupel (editors) "How Long Do We Live? Demographic Models and Reflections on Tempo Effects"
Authors: Stojilković Jelena
Published: October 2023

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Odlaganje rađanja dece u Evropi
Authors: Rašević Mirjana
Published: October 2023

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Evolucija populacione politike u Srbiji 1945-2004
Authors: Gavrilović Ana
Published: October 2023

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Bibliografija clanaka objavljenih u casopisu Stanovništvo 1963-2007: I deo, 1963-1977.
Authors: Zelić Marina
Published: October 2023

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Naučna konferencija - Srbija: rod, politike i stanovništvo
Authors: Šobot Ankica
Published: October 2023

Prikaz konferencije održane u Svečanoj sali Srpske akademije nauka i umetnosti u Beogradu, 2. oktobra 2019. godine.
Research and Prediction of Factors Related to High Degree Atrioventricular Block after TAVI Surgery Based on Logistic Regression Model
Authors: Hu Ping , Lin Ningning , Wu Zhihong
Published: October 2023

Objective: Based on the logistic regression model, analyze the risk factors for high degree atrioventricular block after transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVI) surgery and further analyze its predictive value. Methods: 402 patients who underwent TAVI surgery at Henan Thoracic Hospital for “aortic stenosis" between January 2020 and January 2023 were selected as the study subjects. The study subjects were divided into A group (N = 89) and B group (N = 313) based on whether high degree atrioventricular block occurred after surgery. The age, biochemistry and other general data of patients were systematically collected through inpatient cases, and the preoperative Right bundle branch block, I degree atrioventricular block, QRS duration, and indoor block were collected through our hospital's electrocardiogram (ECG) system, Calcification integral of Aortic valve was calculated by computed tomography (CT) results. Logistic regression analysis was performed on the clinical data, and the predictive value of related factors was further analyzed through the Receiver operating characteristic. Results: The preoperative QRS wave duration in the A group (165.06 ± 61.25) was significantly higher than that in the B group (108.30 ± 16.30), and the difference was statistically significant (p < 0.05). Compared with the B group, the incidence of Right bundle branch block in the A group was significantly higher before operation. The calcification score of Aortic valve in the A group (97.58 ± 61.25) was significantly higher than that in the B group (43.59 ± 7.56), with a statistically significant difference (p < 0.05). Further multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that the duration of QRS wave before operation and Aortic valve calcification score were independent risk factors for high atrioventricular block after TAVI (p < 0.05). Through Receiver operating characteristic analysis, it was found that preoperative QRS wave duration and Aortic valve calcification score had a high predictive value for the occurrence of high atrioventricular block after TAVI. The optimal cutoff value of QRS wave duration for predicting high atrioventricular block was 152, area under curve (AUC): 0.780 (95% CI: 0.718–0.841, p < 0.001). The optimal cutoff value for predicting high degree atrioventricular block with aortic calcification score is 61.5, AUC: 0.997 (95% CI: 0.992–1.000, p < 0.001). Conclusions: Preoperative QRS wave duration and Aortic valve calcification score are independent risk factors for high degree atrioventricular block after TAVI, and they have high predictive value. In clinical work, risk factors should be found early and responded in time.
Molecular docking and dynamics simulation of main protease of SARS-CoV-2 with naproxen derivative
Authors:   Department of Physics, College of Science, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Hussein Rageh K.
Published: October 2023

Naproxen is a well-known anti-inflammatory drug that is frequently used to relieve inflammation, stiffness, and swelling. Naproxen has previously demonstrated antiviral activity, particularly against the influenza-A virus. There have been previous studies regarding naproxen effect on SARS-CoV-2 infection. Therefore, it is of interest to document the molecular docking and dynamics simulation data of main protease of SARS-CoV-2 with naproxen derivative for further consideration.
Exploring bioactive compounds from a symbiotic bacterial strain of Spongiobacter sp.
Authors:   Special Infectious Agents Unit–BSL3, King Fahd Medical Research Centre, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, 21589, Saudi Arabia, Bibi Fehmida
Published: October 2023

Marine sponges are a host of different symbiotic groups of bacteria playing crucial roles in the protection and survival of marine sponges. Marine symbiotic bacteria from sponges are promising sources of bioactive chemicals and are increasingly being investigated. Therefore, the present study was undertaken to analyze total compounds from active symbiotic bacterial strain from sponge, Pione vastifica. Potential bacterial strain EA276 previously isolated from P. vastifica and was identified as Spongiobacter sp. Among 57 isolates, only 42% exhibited antagonistic activity. Four major classes of bacteria were reported previously where γ-Proteobacteria, was the dominant class. From these active antagonistic bacterial isolates, a potential bacterial strain Spongiobacter sp. EA276 was selected, and total metabolites were identified using GC and LC-MS analyses. Using LC-MS analysis bioactive compounds Dichlorphenamide, Amifloxacin and Carbenicillin are identified in both positive and negative mode. Plant growth hormones, Indole-3-acetic acid and Methyl jasmonate were identified using GC-MS analysis from culture extract of strain Spongiobacter sp. EA276. Our results highlighted the significance of marine flora inhabiting sponges from the Red Sea as potential source of bioactive compounds and plant growth hormones of biological and agricultural significance.
Molecular docking analysis of KRAS inhibitors for cancer management
Authors:   Molecular Genomics and Precision Medicine Department, ExpressMed laboratories, Block, 359, Zinj, Kingdom of Bahrain, Alam Qamre
Published: October 2023

The majority of human tumors are characterized by abnormal signaling caused by oncogenic RAS proteins. KRAS is a member of the RAS family and is currently one of the most thoroughly researched targets for cancer treatment due to its prevalence in a variety of deadly malignancies. Targeting the KRAS protein, which plays a crucial role in regulating cell growth, differentiation, and apoptosis, shows great potential as a strategy for fighting cancer. Herein, in silico screening of 530 natural compounds against KRAS protein was performed. The top-scoring hits, namely ZINC32502206, ZINC98363763, ZINC85645815, and ZINC98364259 displayed a robust affinity towards KRAS as evidenced by their respective binding affinity values of -10.50, -10.01, -9.80, and -9.70 kcal/mol, respectively which were notably higher than that of the control compound AMG 510 (-9.10 kcal/mol). Through virtual screening and visual inspection, it was observed that these hits effectively interacted with the essential residues located within the active site of KRAS. Based on the findings of this study, it can be inferred that these compounds may have the potential to be employed in the treatment of cancer by targeting KRAS.
Molecular docking analysis of proflavin with the Wnt pathway targets for OSCC
Authors:   Centre of Molecular Medicine and Diagnostics (COMManD), Department of Biochemistry, Saveetha Dental College & Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical & Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai-600077, India, Jayaraman Selvaraj
Published: October 2023

Wnt signaling pathway plays a critical role in tumor progression and metastasis of various cancer types. Therefore, it is of interest to document the molecular docking analysis of proflavin with the Wnt pathway targets (GSK3β, β-catenin, and VIM) for oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). These results suggest that targeting the wnt signaling downstream targets with proflavine might leads to the better outcome for therapeutic outcome for the inhibition of invasion and metastasis in oral squamous cell carcinoma.
Molecular docking analysis of imiquimod with the TGF-β targets for oral carcinoma
Authors:   Centre of Molecular Medicine and Diagnostics (COMManD), Department of Biochemistry, Saveetha Dental College & Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical & Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai-600077, India, Jayaraman Selvaraj
Published: October 2023

TGF-β signalling pathway is the main signalling pathways that regulate various biological functions such as cell proliferation, apoptosis, metabolic dysregulation, and metastasis in many cancer cells. Previous studies have elaborated the role of TGF-β signalling targets have a significant regulatory function in various cancers. Moreover targeting the epithelial to mesenchymal transition markers in oral squamous cell carcinoma not yet elucidated. Therefore, it is of interest to document the molecular docking analysis of TGF-β signalling pathway targets such as Smad2, GATA2 and MAFG with imiquimod. These results suggest that targeting the TGF-β signaling pathway downstream targets with imiquimod might leads to an improved outcome as potential therapeutic options in oral carcinoma.
Influence of antagonist tooth on mandibular implant positioning during surgery among Indians
Authors:   Department of Biomaterials, Centre of Molecular Medicine and Diagnostics (COMManD), Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai 600077, India, Eswaramoorthy Rajalakshmanan
Published: October 2023

A retrospective radiographic analysis of cone beam computed tomographic radiographs of 42 patients who had undergone dental implant therapy at the department of implantology, Saveetha Dental College Hospitals, India. The mean angular deviation was 3.17 o in the anterior, 1.6o in the premolar and 0.81o in the molar region. Data shows that free hand placement could be done with minimal deviation taking the opposing dentition as a guide.
MENINGKATKAN HASIL BELAJAR TEMATIK SISWA KELAS V MENGGUNAKAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN TALKING STICK
Authors: Jumm’atul Fika, dkk.
Published: October 2023

Siswa kelas V B SD IT Hasanah Koto Tinggi Nagari Surian mengalami rendahnya hasil belajar pada pembelajaran tematik. Rendahnya hasil belajar karena kurangnya motivasi belajar siswa akibat pembelajaran yang hanya berpusat pada guru, pembelajaran yang digunakan tidak menarik dan model yang digunakan kurang bervariasi. Oleh karena itu penelitian ini bermaksud untuk meningkatkan hasil belajar siswa dengan menggunakan model pembelajaran talking stick. Jenis penelitian ini adalah Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK). Subjek penelitian ini adalah seluruh siswa kelas V B SD IT Hasanah Koto Tinggi Nagari Surian berjumlah 20 orang pada semester 1 tahun pelajaran 2022/2023. Penelitian ini menggunakan data kuantitatif yang berupa hasil belajar siswa dengan tes objektif, dan data kualitatif berupa observasi dan dokumentasi. Penelitian dilaksanakan selama dua siklus dimana tiap siklus terdiri dari dua kali pertemuan. Peningkatan hasil belajar ditandai dengan meningkatnya nilai pada setiap siklus dimana siklus I pada pembelajaran Bahasa Indonesia memperoleh persentase ketuntasan sebanyak 70%,  IPS 55% dan IPA 65%. Kemudian meningkat pada siklus II dengan persentase ketuntasan pembelajaran Bahasa Indonesia 95%, IPS 95% dan IPA 100%, sehingga dapat disimpulkan PTK ini berhasil meningkatkan hasil belajar siswa pada pembelajaran tematik.
Una mirada al sistema educativo universitario de Venezuela y Chile: dos visiones divergentes
Authors: Bencomo Escobar Tania Zulay , Aure Sánchez Pablo Parquet
Published: October 2023

El presente ensayo se desarrolló con la finalidad de analizar ciertas características del sistema educativo venezolano en contraste con un país latinoamericano, en este caso, Chile que cuenta con un sistema de naturaleza predominantemente privada, en ese sentido, fue de interés la revisión y el análisis sucinto de aquellos aspectos que permitieran visibilizar brevemente, la naturaleza y funcionamiento del sistema educativo superior, para generar las respectivas reflexiones. En consecuencia, para lograr lo pretendido, se realizó una investigación que atendió a un diseño documental y de nivel descriptivo. Se concluyó que en ambos países, la educación se reconoce como un derecho humano social fundamental, y en el caso venezolano el Estado se erige como el garante de tal derecho, instituyéndose en la figura del “Estado Docente” siendo una expresión rectoral estatal, que asume tal función indeclinable como deber social a través de políticas educativas de carácter público, y en el caso chileno, el Estado sólo regula y orienta la calidad de la enseñanza, pero no de forma directa ya que no asume el papel de docente, sino de facilitador en cooperación con el sector privado que predomina en la dirección y funcionamiento de la educación superior.
Representaciones sociales de la violencia de género en el noviazgo a partir del Trabajo Social en la UMSS
Authors: Torrez Luizaga Marilia Rosar
Published: October 2023

El artículo presenta el avance de una investigación en curso, en relación a las representaciones sociales de la violencia de género en las relaciones de noviazgo, en el ámbito universitario. El objetivo es la caracterización de las representaciones sociales de la violencia de género que impactan en las relaciones de noviazgo de estudiantes en el ámbito de la Universidad Mayor de San Simón. La metodología se estableció en el paradigma interpretativo, cualitativo relacionado con el significado de la práctica social y el estudio del discurso de los propios universitarios. Se ha logrado identificar que las representaciones sociales de la violencia de género en las relaciones de noviazgo, se establecen relacionados con la cultura patriarcal. Por lo que los hombres tratan de invisibilizar que ellos también son víctimas de violencia, precautelando las representaciones sociales de su masculinidad. Ese tipo de representaciones sociales impactan negativamente en las relaciones de noviazgo.
Economía social, género y desarrollo inclusivo en Bolivia
Authors: Poma Adhemar , Pereira Alvarez María Nelly
Published: October 2023

La economía basada en las personas tiene que ver con el bagaje logrado por ellas, con el manejo exitoso de la comunicación virtual y con la aplicación de nuevos procesos y conocimientos en contextos diferentes. Sin embargo, esta economía está muy vinculada a la economía social, una economía en la que el dinero y su acumulación no sean la finalidad principal sino un simple medio para lograr el bien común. El trabajo se constituye en un factor clave de desarrollo y logro humano. Es un lugar desde donde se construye y reconstruye el sentimiento de valor interior de la persona. Sentimiento de valor que tendría que expresarse en un comportamiento solidario, responsable y de convivencia plena para abatir la pobreza, la indigencia y la exclusión en todas sus formas. Grandes segmentos de la población boliviana cuentan con “escaso conocimiento formal». Estamos hablando de un bagaje insuficiente de «conocimientos especializados» lo que incide en el tipo y la calidad de desempeño laboral cotidiano. Esta situación requiere acciones decididas desde la gestión pública. Hay que echar mano de ese conocimiento empíricamente logrado por la mayoría de los trabajadores en la «universidad de la vida», desde sus condiciones precarias o no, y compensarlo o complementarlo con conocimiento experto, que pueda traducirse en nuevas y múltiples destrezas y habilidades para el trabajo efectivo.
Análisis de redes en la plataforma Twitter en Panamá, durante coyunturas de interés político entre los años 2020-2021
Authors: Benjamín Miranda Ramón Humberto
Published: October 2023

El artículo discute el concepto, los usos y la situación de la libertad de expresión en Panamá durante distintos momentos tecnológicos y políticos, como paso previo a explorar la actividad en Twitter durante coyunturas recientes de interés político, para interrogar el sentido común que afirma que las redes sociales permiten a cualquier persona realizar el derecho a la expresión y participación política en condiciones de igualdad.
Ciudadanos contra los “residuos”: la reforma electoral de 2021 en Panamá.
Authors: Nevache Claire
Published: October 2023

Como sucede después de cada elección, el Tribunal Electoral convocó en 2020 la Comisión Nacional de Reformas Electorales para actualizar y “perfeccionar” el Código Electoral, cuya nueva versión fue votada por la Asamblea Nacional en octubre de 2021. Sin embargo, esta séptima reforma electoral desde la transición a la democracia fue particularmente conflictiva. La pérdida de confianza en las instituciones, la falta de legitimidad de los modos de negociación colectiva y los repetidos escándalos también fueron obstáculos para el buen desarrollo de una reforma entendida por cada actor como una forma de maximizar sus próximos intereses electorales.
Democracia bajo tutela americana: Panamá (1903-31).
Authors: Castillero Hoyos Alfredo
Published: October 2023

Este artículo se concentra en: (1) la independencia panameña de Colombia y la renovada búsqueda de legitimidad democrática; (2) la remodelación de la política partidista: el fracaso de una experiencia consociativa, 1903-12; (3) el regreso del sufragio universal masculino (4) el papel de los Estados Unidos en la fundación de la nueva poliarquía. Se reconoce el rol que jugó Estados Unidos en la transformación de la cultura política en Panamá, y en especial, desde la Zona del Canal de Panamá.
Psiquiatria positiva: abordagem em populações clínicas focada em autoconsciência e bem-estar para promoção de mudança de hábito
Authors: Danila Arthur Hirschfeld , Lima Leonardo Ciciarelli Pereira , Guariento Giovana , Guerra Renata Fáro , Tavares Hermano
Published: October 2023

A Psiquiatria Positiva se tornou um campo de conhecimento dentro da Psiquiatria em 2015, conforme proposta por Dilip Jeste, então presidente da Associação Americana de Psiquiatria (APA) e é definida como a ciência e a prática da psiquiatria que se concentra na promoção do bem estar e da saúde, por meio de intervenções que buscam aprimorar fatores psicossociais positivos como resiliência, otimismo, sabedoria e engajamento social, em pessoas com ou sem doenças mentais e físicas.
Se aproxima da Psicologia Positiva, organiza da por Martin Seligman em 1998, mas enfatiza aspectos biológicos e as aplicações práticas dentro da clínica psiquiátrica e não se opõe à psiquiatria com enfoque nos diagnósticos e tratamentos dos transtornos mentais, mas acrescenta o enfoque nos fatores protetivos e na mobilização de forças internas já existentes, o que torna a mudança de comportamento mais eficaz pois potencializa uma motivação intrínseca.
Persevering During a Pandemic: The Resilience of Assessment Professionals During Challenging Times
Authors: Badia Giovanna
Published: October 2023

As many schools and institutions of higher learning moved instruction online due to COVID-19, assessment of student learning outcomes also followed suit in various forms. Reports of assessment activities conducted in different institutions since March 2020 have started to emerge in the literature. This special issue of Intersection: A Journal at the Intersection of Assessment and Learning in collaboration with AALHE’s Emerging Dialogues publication, seeks to add to the scholarly conversation on the topic by bringing together case studies of assessment practices at different institutions during COVID-19. These assessment practices apply both to activities in the front lines, i.e., embedded in courses, and those behind the scenes, that is those involved with supporting instructors in evaluating learning outcomes.
Assessing for Student Success
Authors: Eubanks David
Published: October 2023

Limitations of assessment reporting are analyzed in order to reorient practice toward improving the equity of student success. Reporting practice is contextualized by scholarship within assessment and accreditation organizations, and the implicit assumptions driving current practice are examined. Two novel findings are presented: an assessment of the number of discrete learning goals that comprise an academic program and a demonstration of how course grades can provide insights into curricular barriers in way that standard reporting does not. New assumptions are proposed that are intended to contribute to the evolution of practice so that equity goals may be achieved.
Welcome to the Winter 2021 Issue of Intersection: A Journal at the Intersection of Assessment and Learning
Authors: Gorski Kathleen
Published: October 2023

Assessing for Student Success By David Eubanks

Connecting High Impact Practices and Student Self-Efficacy: Social Cognitive Theory as a Window into Student Growth Colin E. Suchland and Suzanne A. Carbonaro
Making Assessment Actionable through Assessor Training: A tool for building trust through moderation and calibration
Authors: Karnas-Haines Colleen
Published: October 2023

In order to use assessment findings for learning improvement, it is essential to improve the validity of these data. When an assessment is distributed across numerous course sections with multiple faculty members acting as assessors, issues arise concerning validity and calibration. To address these concerns, we created a training program to better transmit student learning outcome definitions, provide practice activities aimed at calibration, and promote social moderation among our assessment community. This training, hosted on our university’s learning management system, explicitly defines outcomes, establishes common indicators to inform the rating of student proficiency levels, and provides quizzes with sample student work to practice and refine assessment calibration. This training was developed by the assessment team, is given to an assessor shared across all sections, and is modified annually by faculty and program leadership.
Beyond the Numbers: Qualitative Analysis of Open-Ended Responses for Identifying Student Success Indicators
Authors: Chintakrindi Sriram , Jordan Meggan , Littlepage Erin , Wooley Stuart , Pinedo Christian , Duran Maribel , Olivant Katie
Published: October 2023

This study examines Student Success indicators and coded themes from open-ended responses completed by college students at Stanislaus State. The purpose of this study is to examine whether Student Success indicators will provide researchers with evidence-based insights into identifying best practices for improving graduation rates and eliminating achievement gaps among our student body. The results of this study demonstrate that student-faculty relationships are a major concern among college students and that administrators should develop constructive interventions to facilitate and improve student-faculty bonding as a method for promoting Student Success initiatives.
Students as Researchers and Participants: A Model of Iterative Member-Checking for Inclusive, Equity-Centered Assessment Research
Authors: Burke Reifman Jennifer , White Mahalia , Kalish Leah
Published: October 2023

Previous research on student learning outcomes has begun to advocate for the inclusion of student researchers. To fully grasp undergraduate student perspectives of learning objectives, this study was co-created and conducted by undergraduate student researchers, allowing for an inclusive, equity-centered research model to guide our findings. We argue that the intentional choice to involve students as participant-researchers and enact an iterative member checking process throughout the research allowed us to discover more nuanced findings on the topic of student learning outcomes. Specifically, not only are clear and transparent student learning outcomes necessary for academic success, as previous literature suggests, but we also found confusion around learning outcome causes emotional responses that negatively impact student perceptions of themselves and college, a finding which was elucidated through our methodological approach.
Empowering Metacognitive Learning in a Competency-Based Curriculum Through Comprehensive Learner Record
Authors: Wolf Andrew , Carbonaro Suzanne , Wolf Rebecca
Published: October 2023

Health professions education is in the midst of a radical transformation from traditional lecture-based teaching to competency-based learning. This requires an equally radical transformation in the way we assess student learning and achievement of competencies.

Comprehensive Learner Record (CLR) addresses this need, enabling metacognitive learning and reflection of student development of competencies as they progress through a curriculum. CLR helps students make sense of their various learning activities, and share their educational journey with future employers highlighting artifacts and achievements in personally curated portfolios.

CLR helps students synthesize learning, guides supplemental supports, and empowers program-level assessment to guide curricular improvements. Reflection and feedback at milestones provide a formative assessment to support progression. As nursing and other health professions schools transition towards competency-based learning, CLR provides an essential mechanism to communicate the achievement of core competencies, as students progress and develop readiness for practice.
What Should Be in An Assessment Professional’s Toolkit? Perceptions of Need from the Field
Authors: Christen Nikki , Morrow Jennifer A , Polychronopoulos Gina B. , Clucas Leaderman Emilie
Published: October 2023

What professional development do assessment professionals need for to succeed in higher education? To meet the rising demands in the field, assessment professionals seek ways to improve their skillsets. The current study utilized survey responses from over 200 higher education assessment professionals across the United States to assess the amount of training assessment professionals had when starting their position, the professional development they have sought since being in the position, and what training is still needed in the field. A thematic analysis of three open-ended survey questions revealed the eclectic backgrounds of assessment professionals, their preferred trainings while in the role, and the content and modalities requested for future professional development.
TEACHER’ PERCEPTIONS ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SCIENTIFIC APPROACH STEPS IN TEACHING READING AT STATE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 2 OF TUNGKAL JAYA
Authors: Siti Yulaikah Siti Yulaikah , Ferri Hidayad  , Yus Vernandes Uzer
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this study was to find out teachers perception on the implementation scientific approach steps in teaching reading at Senior High School 2 of Tungkal Jaya. The method of this study was qualitative descriptive method. The techniques of  collecting data was using interview, observation and documentation. To analyze the data, the writer used thematic analysis. From the research that had been done, the result of the study were: (1). Based on the observation, the researcher found the teachers only applied some of the five steps in scientific approach. They only did observing, questioning, associating and communicating. They sometimes did only questioning, associating, and communicating. (2). The researcher concluded that the teachers’ perception of the Scientific Approach is a concept where the teacher only a facilitator and student-centered. The scientific Approach makes students understand the material by implementing observing, questioning, experimenting, associating, and communicating.

Keywords : Reading, Implementation, Scientific approach
TEACHER’S PERCEPTION TOWARD THE USE OF DIALOGUE IN IMPROVING ENGLISH COMMUNICATION AT PGRI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL OF PAGARALAM
Authors: Ferly Herlizon
Published: October 2023

This research is intended to know and analyze the teacher’s perception toward the use of dialogue in improving English communication at PGRI senior high school of Pagaralam. This research is descriptive qualitative research. Observations, interviews, questionnaires, and documents were used to collect data in this research. Sources of data used by researchers are interviews and questionaires used talks with teachers. because of that researchers get accurate information about what was done during the activity and find out the results of these activities using the data types and data sources described. The results of this research indicate that conversational learning using dialogue could improve communication, and students' motivation to learn English.  
Keywords: Perception, Dialogue, English Communication
Applicability and Effectiveness of the Legal Transactions on Using Electronic Money (E-Money) in the Disruption Era
Authors: Suwardi Suwardi
Published: October 2023

Human activity encounters a density that is no less incredible in pursuing its needs and ambitions. Some people have attempted to conduct transactions in pair with the abundance of technological development activities, specifically by using electronic money. In this study, the author observes remarkable technological growth, which aims to understand the essence of e-money transactions and their efficacy. Additionally, how effective is the legal defense against e-money transactions? This study uses a normative or doctrinal research method by comparing the Law and the enlightening validity of reading books, texts, journals, print media, and other related information. This study demonstrates that the validity of electronic money transactions has done a lot, whereas the transaction encloses safeness, convenience, and time efficiency. However, there are also obstacles and challenges in it. For effectiveness, there is already a legal validation that controls it. At the same time, electronic money transactions must be protected for legal protection, where it contains elements of worth, which are benefits and time efficiency.
The clinical spectrum of Staphylococcus aureus infections in children admitted to Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, South Africa: A retrospective, descriptive study
Authors: Raphulu (née Manenzhe) P , Wadula J , Moore DP , Petersen KL
Published: October 2023

Background. Staphylococcus aureus infection is associated with considerable morbidity and mortality. There are relatively few studiesdescribing invasive S. aureus infections in children, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.Objectives. To describe the clinical spectrum and outcomes associated with S. aureus infection in children <14 years of age hospitalised atChris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital (CHBAH), South Africa, and to identify risk factors of invasive disease.Methods. A retrospective, descriptive study was conducted at CHBAH to define the spectrum of clinical presentation, risk factors,duration of treatment and outcomes of paediatric S. aureus infections for the period January through December 2013. Data were soughtfor all children <14 years of age.Results. Four hundred and twenty-two episodes of S. aureus infection were identified. Three hundred and forty-two (81%) infectionswere caused by methicillin-susceptible S. aureus (MSSA) and 80 (19%) by methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA). Clinical data wereobtained for 286 (67.8%) cases, on which all further analyses were based. Clinical presentations for MSSA bacteraemia included skin andsoft tissue infection (45%), pneumonia (10%), meningitis (6%), bone/joint infections (5%) and urinary tract infections (3%). Five (8.3%)cases of MRSA were community-acquired. Admission to intensive care unit (ICU) was the only risk factor associated with MRSA infection(adjusted odds ratio (aOR) 125.55; 95% confidence interval (CI) 11.67 - 1 350.68). Hospital-acquired S. aureus infection was the only factorassociated with mortality on multivariate analysis (aOR 8.70; 95% CI 1.55 - 48.77).Conclusion. S. aureus is frequently isolated in paediatric bacterial infections. Closer attention to infection control would impact on MRSAand S. aureus mortality rates in our setting.
Outcome of two cohorts with nephroblastoma treated with consecutive International Society of Paediatric Oncology protocols in a South African paediatric oncology unit
Authors: Reddy K , Van Zyl A , Uys R , Kruger M
Published: October 2023

Background. Nephroblastoma is a common childhood solid tumour in South Africa.Objective. The aim was to determine outcomes of patients diagnosed with nephroblastoma between 1990 and 2018 and compare outcomes of two cohorts treated with consecutive International Society of Paediatric Oncology (SIOP) nephroblastoma protocols.Methods. This was a retrospective, descriptive study of two cohorts in Tygerberg Hospital. Cohort 1 (1990 - 2007) was treated with theSIOP 9 and SIOP 93-01 protocols, and Cohort 2 (2008 - 2018) with the SIOP 2001 protocol. Data included demographic data (age atdiagnosis, sex), HIV status, pre- and postoperative staging, surgical complications, histological types, lymph node sampling, overallsurvival (OS) and event-free survival (EFS) with the end point two years after diagnosis.Results. There were 60 children (M:F ratio 1:1.14) in Cohort 1 with an older mean age of 42 months (interquartile range (IQR)16.25 - 56.5 months) v. 45 children (M:F ratio 1:0.8) in Cohort 2 with a mean age of 37 months (IQR 22 - 45.5 months). Cohort 2 hadmore patients with localised disease (76%) than Cohort 1 (55%) (trend towards significance p=0.076). Both cohorts had a good OS(respectively 88% and 93%) and EFS (respectively 82% and 80%). Half of Cohort 1 (50%; n=30/60) did not have lymph nodes sampledwith four subsequent relapses, significantly associated with OS (p<0.001) and EFS (p=0.006). There was a significant associationbetween OS and EFS and underlying histology (respectively p=0.006 and p=0.015) for Cohort 1, but only for EFS and histology (p=0.02)for Cohort 2.Conclusion. There was good OS for children with nephroblastoma treated with consecutive SIOP protocols in a single institution inSouth Africa.
RSV bronchiolitis in 2018: A descriptive study of children admitted to two Johannesburg tertiary hospitals
Authors: Cleak TS , Ballot DE , Moshesh NM , Chirwa L , Thomas T , White DA
Published: October 2023

Background. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is the most common cause of severe bronchiolitis in children worldwide.Objectives. To describe clinical characteristics and outcomes of children hospitalised with bronchiolitis and to compare those with RSVbronchiolitis with children with other viral causes of bronchiolitis.Methods. A retrospective study of children admitted with virally screened bronchiolitis to Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg AcademicHospital (CMJAH) and Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital (NMCH) from 1 February to 31 August 2018 was conducted, where RSVpositive and -negative children were compared. These children were identified by the National Health Laboratory Service as havingundergone respiratory viral multiplex molecular assay analysis and hospital charts were retrospectively reviewed.Results. A total of 131 children admitted with bronchiolitis from CMJAH and NMCH were compared in this study, 58 from CMJAHand 73 from NMCH. In the sample group, 65 (49.6%) children had RSV in comparison with 66 (50.4%) children without RSV. Childrenwith RSV comprised 55 (42%) children with RSV only and 10 (7.6%) children with RSV in combination with another respiratory virus.Rhinovirus was the second most common virus detected in this cohort of children (n=17, 12.9%) followed by adenovirus (n=12, 9.2%)and coronavirus (n=9, 6.9%). A statistically significant risk factor noted in children requiring hospitalisation for RSV bronchiolitis wasage less than six months (p<0.001).Conclusions. Bronchiolitis is a common disease in children. Respiratory syncytial virus is the most common cause of severe bronchiolitis in hospitalised infants less than six months of age.
Profiles of patients with myelomeningocele admitted to the neonatal unit at Universitas Academic Hospital in Bloemfontein, South Africa
Authors: Pillay D N , Moodley P
Published: October 2023

Background. Myelomeningocele (MMC) is a common neural tube defect with significant sequelae. There are limited recent data on the mortality and morbidity of MMC in South Africa (SA).

Objective. To describe the outcomes and characteristics of patients with MMC admitted to the neonatal unit at Universitas Academic Hospital (UAH) in Bloemfontein, SA.

Methods. A retrospective, descriptive study which included 53 patients with MMC admitted to the neonatal unit between 1 January 2017 and 31 December 2019 was conducted. Electronic patient records were reviewed. Data included outcomes, length of stay, complications and maternal and infant characteristics.

Results. The inpatient mortality rate was 11.3% (n=6/53). The median length of stay was 18 days. Notable MMC complications included hydrocephalus (88.7%; n=47/53), Chiari malformation type II (44.7%; n=21/47), lower-limb paralysis (84.9%; n=45/53), lower-limb deformities (60.4%; n=32/53), meningitis (52.8%; n=28/53), neuropathic bladder (37.7%; n=20/53) and loss of anal tone (41.5%; n=22/53). MMC repair was performed in 62.2% (n=33/53) and 27.3% (n=9/33) developed complications. Wound sepsis and breakdown were the most common complications (18.2%, n=6/33), with a median 8 days to complications. Antenatal sonar was not performed in 62% (n=31/50) of cases. MMC was detected antenatally in 20% of cases.

Conclusion. The inpatient mortality rate in thisstudy was lower than the mortality rates reported in other low- and middle-income countries although significant morbidity was identified. A lack of quality antenatal care and access to antenatal sonars were barriers to early detection of MMC. Other healthcare system infrastructural failures may be contributory, which highlights the need for ongoing inter- sectoral collaboration for prevention, early detection and management of MMC to improve patient outcomes.