bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Brąz i szkło w symbolice przestrzeni granicznej. Między sacrum wnętrza świątyni chrześcijańskiej a zewnętrznym profanum
Authors:   Uniwersytet Rzeszowski, Polska, Ryba Grażyna
Published: August 2022

Bronze and glass are materials that have been used for centuries in Christian church decoration as carriers of symbolic meaning. When the front façade of a church had a carved bronze door and the window placed on the axis above it was glazed, often filled with stained glass, there was a symbolic juxtaposition of material and colour: the carved bronze door in the earthly zone of the secular and the colourful glass images placed above it symbolising the sacred. The article cites examples indicating the search for new forms of expression and the formation of a new symbolism related to metal and glass in contemporary sacred art. The changes involve the introduction of colour into the decoration of bronze doors, glass inlays and the gradual domination of large panes of glass. Often, the expressiveness of glass begins to be complemented by forms created using new techniques of handling artificial light. The artists’ exploration often leads to the expansion of the church entrance, inclusion of various forms of installations, and increasingly often they turn to the use of new media. Contemporary artists are to a large extent inspired by the Church’s stance, which emphasises the importance of the liminal space between the sacred and the secular, and consequently more and more often refers to the symbolism of the door and sponsors new innovative solutions.
The Breeding biology of the Cape Parrot Poicephalus robustus in the Eastern Cape province, South Africa
Authors:   The Wild Bird Trust, Carstens Kate , Carstens Johann C. ,   The Wild Bird Trust, Wimberger Kirsten
Published: August 2022

The Cape Parrot Poicephalus robustus is endemic to South Africa where it typically occurs in high-altitude Mistbelt forests. They are listed as Vulnerable internationally with habitat loss being the primary threat to the species. They nest in natural tree hollows in large forest hardwoods which were the target of historical, exploitative harvesting, and which continue to be harvested legally but on a smaller scale. The breeding biology of the species has been described for the central population, but not yet for the southern population, in the Eastern Cape province, where the stronghold of the population resides. There, few nest sites have been located, and the study of the breeding behaviour and biology is a key knowledge gap in the species in need of conservation. This study aims to characterise natural nesting sites in the Eastern Cape, describe breeding behaviour and investigate breeding success during 2017–2021. A total of 43 nesting sites were located of which 20 were occupied. No pairs attempted breeding in 2019 and breeding success was estimated to be 58%. As found in other parts of the range, Cape Parrots in the study area nest in existing hollows predominantly in large, mature, yellowwood Afrocarpus falcatus trees. Parrots also nest in exotic species. They showed no preference for nest orientation and nested as close as 69 m away from their nearest neighbour. Most nest cavities were inaccessible by field researchers and could only be monitored from the ground, but new methods were found that facilitated the inspection of some nests that were unsafe to climb. Nest characteristics and breeding behaviour information gathered in this study provide a practical foundation for the optimisation of the design and installation of more nest boxes in future, to assist in conservation efforts of this threatened species.
Flagellated bacterial porter for in situ tumor vaccine
Authors: Xu Haiheng , Hu Yiqiao , Wu Jinhui
Published: August 2022

Cancer immunotherapy, which use the own immune system to attack tumors, are increasingly popular treatments. But, due to the tumor immunosuppressive microenvironment, the antigen presentation in the tumor is limited. Recently, a growing number of people use bacteria to stimulate the body’s immunity for tumor treatment due to bacteria themselves have a variety of elements that activate Toll-like receptors. Here, we discuss the use of motility of flagellate bacteria to transport antigens to the tumor periphery to activate peritumoral dendritic cells to enhance the effect of in situ tumor vaccines.
De novo hepatitis B virus infection after liver transplantation
Authors: Nikogosova A. D. , Umrik D. V. , Tsirulnikova O. M.
Published: August 2022

De novo hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection developing after liver transplantation (LTx) is the development of infection in a patient with liver disease etiologically unrelated to HBV infection and who had no preoperative HBV markers. Objective: to analyze the clinical features and characteristics of de novo HBV infection and evaluate the efficacy of nucleos(t)ide analogue therapy in liver transplant recipients. Materials and methods. The study involved 247 adult patients who underwent deceased donor LTx from 2016 to 2022 at Shumakov National Medical Research Center of Transplantology and Artificial Organs and who had no pre-transplant HBV markers. Results. Twenty-two (7%) of 247 patients had de novo HBV markers from 5 to 69 months. At the time HBV DNA was detected, the mean alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) levels in the patients was 53.3 ± 36.4 IU/L and 54.5 ± 33.0 IU/L, respectively. All patients received nucleos(t)ide analogues (NAs). The therapy led to a statistically significant decrease in the mean ALT level to 31.5 ± 24.2 IU/L (p = 0.049)
Normal pressure hydrocephalus: an update
Authors: Passos-Neto Carlos Eduardo Borges , Lopes Cesar Castello Branco , Teixeira Mauricio Silva , Studart Neto Adalberto , Spera Raphael Ribeiro
Published: August 2022

ABSTRACT Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) has been a topic of debate since its introduction in publications. More frequent in the elderly population, it is characterized by gait disturbance, urinary urge incontinence and cognitive decline. Therefore, it is a clinical-radiological entity with relatively common findings for the age group, which together may have greater specificity. Therefore, its diagnosis must be careful for an adequate selection of patients for treatment with ventricular shunt, since the symptoms are potentially reversible. The tap test has a high positive predictive value as a predictor of therapeutic response, but a negative test does not exclude the possibility of treatment. Scientific efforts in recent years have been directed towards a better understanding of NPH and this narrative review aims to compile recent data from the literature in a didactic way for clinical practice.
Challenges and insights in immunization in patients with demyelinating diseases: a bench-to-bedside and evidence-based review
Authors: Silva Guilherme Diogo , Oliveira Vítor Falcão de , Mendonça Leonardo Oliveira
Published: August 2022

ABSTRACT Background: Infections are among the main causes of death in patients with demyelinating diseases of the central nervous system (CNSDD). Vaccines are effective methods in reducing hospitalization and death from infectious diseases, but they are challenging in patients with CNSDD because of autoimmunity and immunosuppression. Objectives: To summarize the pathophysiological rationale and main evidence for vaccine recommendations in patients with CNSDD. Methods: Specialists with different backgrounds on the subject: a neurologist specialized in demyelinating diseases, an infectious diseases specialist and an immunologist, presented a critical narrative review of vaccination literature in patients with CNSDD, highlighting which vaccines should or should not be administered and the best time for it. Results: Patients with DDSNC are at increased risk of vaccine-preventable viral and bacterial infections. Vaccines can prevent herpes zoster, hepatitis B reactivation, HPV-associated warts and tumors, viral and bacterial pneumonia, and meningitis. Live attenuated virus vaccines should not be used when the patient is on immunosuppression. Vaccines should be avoided during relapses. The greatest vaccine efficacy is given before treatment or at the end of medication. Conclusion: Patients with DDSNC need differentiated immunization in relation to additional vaccines, contraindicated vaccines and timing of vaccination.
Decision-making strategies for reperfusion therapies: navigating through stroke trials gaps
Authors: Pellegrino Mateus Paquesse , Guerra Felipe Borelli Del , Perissinotti Iago Navas
Published: August 2022

ABSTRACT Despite there being a robust amount of literature and numerous randomized clinical trials regarding acute ischemic stroke treatment, the trials have not included some frequent controversial situations for which decision-making strategies are an urgent and unmet need in clinical practice. This article tries to summarize the current evidence about some selected situations (mechanical thrombectomy in low ASPECTS, low NIHSS with proximal occlusion, acute basilar occlusion, distal and medium vessel occlusion, among others), make suggestions on how to approach them in clinical practice and show what to expect in acute stroke research in the near future.
Telemedicine in neurology: advances and possibilities
Authors: Aquino Emanuelle Roberta da Silva , Suffert Soraya Camargo Ito
Published: August 2022

ABSTRACT Background: Telemedicine develops from technology that offers opportunities for knowledge transfer and information sharing and allows the provision of health services at a distance. Objective: To evaluate the number of publications on teleneurology in the last two decades in PubMed and the available evidence on the use of this technology in neurological clinical conditions. Methods: A quantitative assessment of publications related to telemedicine and neurology in the last two decades. A search was performed on the PubMed database for the descriptors ("Telemedicine"[Mesh]) AND "Neurology"[Mesh]). A review of the articles retrieved on the topic was carried out to evaluate the innovation processes used and applications in various clinical conditions involving teleneurology. Results: The search performed on March 14th 2022 resulted in 229 publications involving the topic of telemedicine and neurology between 1999 and 2022. Since 2000, there has been an increase in publications related to this topic, with a peak of 71 articles published in 2020, the year in which the World Health Organization defined the COVID-19 pandemic status. Conclusion: In the last two decades, teleneurology has been developing through the expansion of technological resources and the COVID-19 pandemic intensified this process. Different modalities of teleneurology are studied in several neurology subfields and include teleconsultation (between healthcare professionals or between healthcare professionals and patients), telerehabilitation, telemonitoring and tele-education. The advances achieved by teleneurology in this period encouraged technological innovations and health processes that developed opportunities to improve the care provided in a mechanism of constant evolution.
Porosity estimation and pore structure characterization of foamed cement paste using non-specialized image digital processing
Authors: Chica Lina , Mera Carlos , Sepúlveda-Cano Lina María , Alzate Albert
Published: August 2022

In foamed concrete, porosity is essential because it is strongly related to other properties such as density, permeability, and strength. Porosity measurement (usually expressed as a percentage of total volume) is obtained in a laboratory using experimental water vacuum saturation and MIP methods. However, pore structure -including size, distribution, shape, and connection- is also needed to understand foamed concrete performance. Pore structure characterization is estimated through specialized digital image analysis. Micro CT, scanning electron microscopy or X-ray tomography images are frequently used to obtain pore structure on cellular concrete. However, these images are highly specialized and require equipment that is not easy to find and very expensive. Also, image processing is complex, and it includes some specialized software. This paper presents a pore structure characterization and porosity estimation using non-specialized digital images on foamed cement paste made with alternative agents. The procedure for acquiring images uses only a camera without any specialized equipment. The proposed methodology isolates the pores in the image and measures shape features such as pore diameter, eccentricity, and solidity. Acquiring and processing the images is simpler, faster, and cheaper than other specialized analyses. Results show that the volumetric porosity estimation was entirely accurate, with an estimation deviation of less than 10%. Also, the pore structure parameters such as pore size and distribution of foamed pastes can be quantified accurately.
Benchmarking performance of machine-learning methods for building energy demand modelling
Authors: Erdem Merve Kuru , Sariçiçek Onur , Calis Gulben
Published: August 2022

The relevance, relative importance and colinearity of input parameters to the results of building energy demand forecasts were investigated. Two calendar years of historical data including weather variables and days of the week were used. The study also aimed to assess the performance of multiple-linear-regression, support-vector-machine and artificial-neural-network models for predicting the daily heating, ventilation and air-conditioning energy consumption of a commercial building in France. Mean absolute error, root-mean-square error and coefficient of variation of root-mean-square error were selected as the performance criteria. The results showed that the best performance was achieved through the artificial-neural-network model according to all performance measures. Besides, the other two models were not able to meet the prediction requirements for energy consumption in a building since their coefficient-of-variation-of-root-mean-square-error values were not below 30%. The results also indicated that there was multiple colinearity between the number of degree days and outdoor temperature. Furthermore, the most significant parameter for daily energy consumption was found to be the number of degree days, followed by global radiation, sunshine rate and the day of the week.
Optimal location of acoustic emission sensors for detecting rail damage
Authors: Kundu Tamal , Datta Aloke Kumar , Topdar Pijush , Sengupta Sanjay
Published: August 2022

To detect cracks in rail sections, various experiments using the acoustic emission technique have been carried out by earlier researchers. However, the literature suggests that studies investigating the optimum location of acoustic emission sensors for the detection of cracks in railway tracks are rare. It is difficult to detect defects without the optimal placement of the sensor, owing to the complex geometry of the rail section as well as the high cost of sensors. Hence an attempt was made to find the optimum placement of a single sensor on a rail section to detect cracks precisely. A pencil lead break, which simulates a crack, was applied in the rail section to initiate such a crack. The obtained signal was analysed using wavelet transformation to establish a relationship with the group velocity to localise the simulated crack. From the investigation, it was found that the optimum placement of the sensor was between 75 mm to 375 mm for a 1.9 m length of rail section in laboratory conditions.
Flexural strengthening of RC beams with built-in basalt-fibre-reinforced polymer T-plates
Authors: Chhorn Buntheng , Sim Viriyavudh , Lee SangMoon , Jung WooYoung
Published: August 2022

Basalt-fibre-reinforced polymers (BFRPs) are expected to be excellent materials for the repair and rehabilitation of civil infrastructure due to their sound mechanical properties, high corrosion resistance and low cost. However, reported studies investigating reinforced concrete (RC) beams externally strengthened with BFRP are limited. The objective of this work was thus to determine the effect of BFRP strengthening on the flexural performance of RC beams. Four RC beams with a rectangular cross-section were fabricated, strengthened using different BFRP reinforcement techniques and tested under four-point bending until failure. The failure mode, crack widths, number of cracks, load–deflection response curves and ductility of the beam systems were recorded and analysed. The experimental results showed that, compared with a control beam, the stiffness and ultimate capacity of the strengthened beams were increased by 8–23% and 14–30%, respectively. To predict the load-carrying capacity and deflection of the test specimens, three-dimensional finite-element (FE) modelling was performed using Abaqus software to simulate the behaviour of RC beams strengthened with BFRP plates. The predictions of the FE model matched the experimental results well in terms of the mid-span deflection and load-carrying capacity.
Earliness, Yield, and Fruit Quality Attributes of Low-Chilling Peach-Nectarine Cultivars with the Application of Low Biuret Urea and Calcium Nitrate
Authors: ÇALIŞKAN Oğuzhan , KILIÇ Derya
Published: August 2022

This study aimed to determine the effects of low biuret urea and calcium nitrate application on earliness, fruit set, yield, and fruit quality characteristics in ‘Astoria’, ‘Maya’ peaches, and ‘Garbaja’ nectarine cultivars. In the study, Bud Feed (low biuret urea 15%) and calcium nitrate (calcium oxide 12% and total nitrogen 7%) were applied 35 days before bud break. In this study, flowering and fruit set, harvest times, fruit yield, and quality characteristics were evaluated. The source of temperatures used to calculate chill accumulation (expressed as hours below 7°C and chill unit) and growing degree hours was investigated. Bud Feed application provided earliness of 2 days in ‘Astoria’ and ‘Garbaja’ cultivars and 3 days in ‘Maya’ cultivar. This application was showed positive effect on flowering and final fruit set in all cultivars compared to control plants. The application was more effective in increasing the yield per tree by 33.72% (‘Astoria’), 41.00% (‘Maya’), and 52.18% (‘Garbaja’). Bud Feed application was improved fruit size in ‘Garbaja’ and ‘Astoria’ cultivars, whereas provided more intense fruit skin color in ‘Maya’ and ‘Garbaja’ cultivars. These results showed that bud feed and calcium nitrate application can be used to prevent yield and fruit quality losses in peach-nectarines in warm winter under Mediterranean climate conditions.
The Process of Bringing Excellence in Engineering Education by Nurturing and Engaging High Performing Faculty Teams
Authors:   Former Professor, National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research, Chennaivthani2025@yahoo.in, Vedhathiri Thanikachalam
Published: August 2022

In a globalized and knowledge-based economy engineering institutes need high performing, intrinsically motivated, and outstanding faculty team members who have to concentrate on establishing interdisciplinary research programs leading to Ph.D. degrees, global publications, establishing multidisciplinary postgraduate programs, developing outstanding instructional packages, bidding for global consultancy projects under International Development Agencies, and offering services to diverse global faculty members. However, most of the affiliated institutes don’t enjoy administrative, financial, and academic autonomy. Under these tough environments, the educational administrators have to nurture excellent faculty teams and motivate them to undertake complex projects and problems to solve, develop diverse global participants programs, and bid for research and development projects under various International Development Agencies.This research work centers on the feedback of 255 faculty members on the process of achieving excellence through setting goals, creating an academic eco for excellence, counseling, coaching, mentoring, supporting, collaborating, sharing in the resources, inquiring about the development process, and resolving all bottlenecks and resistance. The educational administrators have to follow appreciative inquiry, recognize the outstanding contributions of the highperforming faculty teams, and reward them. This will create an environment for many other faculty teams to follow the best path for creating excellence. Ultimately, the colleges can reach excellence and their contribution and accomplishment will be rewarded. Further research on this transformation process is suggested. Keywords: Nurturing, mentoring, motivating, facilitating, faculty autonomy, scaffolding, high performing faculty teams.
Enriching and Energizing the Virtual Classroom using Breakout Sessions: A better experience of Active Learning during Covid- 19 Pandemic.
Authors: Naik Varsha , Govindu Aditi
Published: August 2022

over the World. As teachers and students adapt to the new normal, Zoom, Google meet, Microsoft teams, or Cisco WebEx have become the most sought-after platforms for distance learning. The challenge for teachers and students in online learning is active peer engagement. To encourage problem-based learning, online platforms allow the creation of breakout rooms. Breakout rooms are private chat rooms where small groups of 3-4 students discuss unique problem statements allocated to them and employ peer learning methods through interpersonal communication. Teachers or facilitators enrich the knowledge of the students in active learning sessions. This research paper dives deep into the benefits, drawbacks, and implications of breakout rooms in E-learning environments. It is a collective case study on the use of breakout rooms by students and facilitators at an elite engineering college in Maharashtra, India. The first-hand experience of undergraduate Computer Science students and their Database Management Systems teacher is being considered. Student recommendations on use of breakout rooms have been consolidated at the end of this paper. Through our analysis and encouraging statistics, we wish to advocate the use of breakout rooms to engage students, in online learning platforms. Keywords— Active Learning; Breakout Rooms; Computer Science (CS); Database Management System (DBMS); E-learning; Peer Learning.
Elevate-Z: A Model to Create Learning Spaces for Generation Z Students
Authors: Hegade Prakash , Shettar Ashok
Published: August 2022

We have Generation Z students who are spontaneous and ardent, stepping into college with the dreams to graduate. Most Generation-Z has used the internet since their young age, are comfortable with technology, and have an equivalent presence on social media as that of physical. Having a short attention span, they need perspectives that matter and analyses with direction. To provide a pertinent learning space to Generation Z students, this paper proposes a model - 'Elevate-Z.' Elevate-Z has four major components: Know-Z, Interpret-Z, Incubate-Z, and Be-Z, which give it a shape of Z, determined by the breadth and depth of each element. The model encompasses an iterative process yielding results and feedback periodically. The paper also puts forth the closures derived from the Elevate-Z model. The closures discussed are on feedback, challenges, prevalent, upbeat, and comprehension. The results and discussion are presented by applying the model for four courses over a span of four years for different batches. The paper further discusses the numerous methods and by-products of the model, to name a few: hundred questions challenge, honest weekly dashboards, teaching through design way, industry challenges, problem-based learning sessions, creative minor question papers, and challenging assignments. The model's effectiveness is evaluated and presented based on the attainment of course learning outcomes, student performance, and student feedback. Generation Z students need an emphasis on design and conceptual motivation rather than flat lesson delivery. Elevate-Z serves the purpose just right. Keywords— Elevate-Z; Generation Z; Learning Spaces; Learning Objectives; Model; Pedagogy
High Impact Practices and Collaborative Teaching to Enhance Learning and Engagement in Engineering Design Project Course
Authors: Ramasamy Vijayalakshmi , Ramamoorthy Suganya , Vijayalakshmi Sumesh Kesavamoorthy , R Parkavi
Published: August 2022

Conceptual teaching-learning process in engineering disciplines fosters a deep understanding of content and facts and leverages students' domain knowledge to solve real-world problems. Combined with high-impact practices and collaborative/joint teaching in Engineering Design Project (EDP), this process enables students to apply captured expertise and skills in team-based project settings. Many conventional instructional methods for EDP are less effective because little consideration is given to conceptual learning, especially abstract design. The present research examined an experimental approach, which involved collaborative teaching in the EDP course at an engineering college in India jointly with a faculty at one of the largest higher education systems in the United States. The project's fundamental goal is to enhance teaching-learning of EDP using experience with real-world problems to enable concrete understanding of Design techniques through a co-teaching approach. The conceptbased learning included team-based project experience in learning the Software Engineering Design concepts. Peer-Code Review was used as a powerful High Impact Practice (HIP) and student retrospective surveys. The empirical results of this study suggested that such HIPs and collaborative teaching-learning practices mandated Bloom’s taxonomy of more critical thinking at increasingly higher levels among students by improving the quality of learning. Further analysis of demographic survey questionnaire using descriptive statistical methods demonstrate the knowledge gain, attitudes, and interests of students from varied backgrounds to pursue higher studies in foreign universities. Keywords—High impact practices; International academic collaboration; Collaborative teaching; Engineering design project; Co-teaching; Peer code review
Freshmen Engineering Students’ Perspectives on Engineering Ethics – A Qualitative Study
Authors:   Department of Chemistry, Hyderabad Institute of Technology and Management, Hyderabad, Binani Shradha
Published: August 2022

Engineering ethics is a vital topic in engineering education. Despite its importance, ethics is not much investigated in engineering education as compared to other disciplines. There is need to enhance understanding of undergraduate engineering student’s outlook on ethics at well-established levels to help them appreciate its importance. The study explores the assessment of freshman engineering students’ perception on engineering ethics by analyzing students’ perceptions qualitatively. Engineering ethics applies to every engineer and is very important in professional career which will impact lives. An open-ended survey was designed which was distributed to 23 freshman engineering students. Analysis of the students’ responses resulted in different themes: perceptions about ethics in engineering, ethical dilemma, role of ethics in engineering, morals and ethics, and training requirements on ethics. During the analysis the differences in students’ responses by discipline and gender were particularly examined. Responses from participants of computer sciences and its applied discipline showed relatively more detailed explanation on ethical values compared to other disciplines. Male participants’ responses were more elaborate and with better rationale than female participants. The output of this study will clarify undergraduate engineering students’ understanding on engineering ethics which could be used as a reference in introducing some workshops, webinars, courses, etc. related to engineering ethics to help advance students’ understanding. Keywords: engineering ethics, freshman students, qualitative study
Tipping Point Leadership Theory to Improve Research Culture in Engineering Education
Authors:   Department of Information Technology, Rajarambapu Institute of Technology, Rajaramnagar, Sangli(MH), India, Patil Jayashre A. , Adamuthe Amol C. ,   Department of Information Technology, Rajarambapu Institute of Technology, Rajaramnagar, Sangli(MH), India
Published: August 2022

Indian government is aggressively promoting research culture in universities and institutes across nation. Research and innovation is the most important key for sustainable national growth. This paper presents a case study of tipping point leadership theory to improve research culture in engineering education. Paper presents the steps of problem identification, root cause analysis and process established to improve research culture in CS&IT department. All these points are presented from tipping point leadership perspective. Proposed processes and results are beneficial and roadmap for any higher education department or institute. The analysis shows that the main hurdle to increase research and innovation in higher education institute is cognitive hurdles and motivational hurdles among faculty and students. There is need to promote need and importance of research in academics. Keywords— Cognitive hurdles; Engineering education; Research policy; Tipping point leadership.
Effective Implementation of Online Academic Delivery through Innovative Practice League (IPL) Competition
Authors:   Rajarambapu Institute of Technology, Rajaramnagar, Sangli, India., Thorat Dr. Sandeep A. , Patil Dr. Sachin K. , Kulkarni Dr. Mrs. Sushma S. , Pawar Dr. Pradip N.
Published: August 2022

Covid-19 pandemic forced academic Institutes to switch from 100% offline to 100% online delivery mode in very short amount of time. Most of academic Institutes were not ready for this change in terms of required faculty training. Also many Institutes lagged essential computing hardware, software, and Internet bandwidth support for effective implementation of ICT based education. Due to pressure from apex bodies like AICTE, peer Institutes, students and parents almost all academic Institutes started implementation of the online academic delivery in hurry. However, this unprepared start caused increased level of frustration among students and faculty community. Very soon a need of effective implementation of online academic delivery was recognized by the different Institutes. The paper presents how our Institute implemented and ensured effective implementation of online academic delivery using Innovative Practice League (IPL) competition. The paper explains methodology adopted by the Institute in details for improving quality of online academic delivery. The Institute undertook various initiatives at faculty-level, department-level, and Institutelevel for the same; the paper discusses the same in details. The paper also presents details of IPL competition and discusses how IPL helped to have awareness of quality issues related with online academic delivery. Keywords— Covid-19; Pandemic; Online teaching learning; effective implementation; Online tools for activity-based learning; Active learning; Innovative Practice League (IPL).
Systematic Approach in Assessment of Course Outcomes / Program Outcomes for Undergraduate Engineering Programs – A Case Study
Authors:   Dean (Academic Process), Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India, S J Thiruvengadam , S Baskar ,   Dean (Research and Development), Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India, C Jeyamala ,   Department of Information Technology, Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India, A M Abirami ,   Department of Information Technology, Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
Published: August 2022

The accreditation bodies like NBA and NAAC instructs all Institutes to define Course Outcomes (COs) and Program Outcomes (POs) and their assessment methodology for the effective implementation of Outcome Based Education (OBE). Due to lack of experience and maturity in this domain, most of the Institutes struggle in defining these methodologies and procedures. The curriculum design, the teaching learning processes and the assessment procedures have to be well defined so that OBE can be implemented effectively across the Institute for all programs. This research article presents some of the best practices adopted at our Institute for institutionalizing the OBE processes. A systematic and scientific approach for fixing the CO/PO targets and CO/PO attainment calculation have been evolved and discussed with samples in this paper. The case study has been presented to provide guidelines and better insights to the readers for the effective implementation of OBE. Keywords: Course Outcomes, Program Outcomes, Assessment of Course Outcomes, Assessment of Program Outcomes, Continuous Improvement
Effectiveness of Online Teaching in Language and Communication Classes in Engineering
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Department of Sciences and Humanities, Rajarambapu Institute of Technology (RIT), Rajaramnagar, Sangli (415409) MH India, Pawar Pradip N. , Thorat Sandeep A. ,   Professor, Department of Computer Science and Information Technology, RIT
Published: August 2022

Language and communication classes are more effective with the use of direct methods that are also known as natural methods. With use of active learning techniques a language teacher can bring the learners at the centre of the teaching learning process. This study reviews second language teaching approaches and active learning methods. We identified active learning techniques useful in language and communication class. Blended use of selected active learning techniques with computerized teaching learning tools may help in making these classes effective towards fulfillment of specific topic outcomes. Engaging language and communication class in online mode has some hurdles as well as limitations. The present study is an attempt to identify these problems of content delivery in online language and communication classes. The study recommends modified active learning methods for effective online language and communication lectures. Further, we suggest possible academic and professional implications of active learning techniques in online mode. Keywords—Active learning; ICT; Second language teaching approaches.
Promoting Technology-Enhanced Project-Based Learning through Application of 3D Printing Technology for Mechanical Engineering Education
Authors: Powar Kanhaiya P. , Patil Sharad D.
Published: August 2022

3D printing is a progressively developing technology under umbrella of industrial revolution 4.0 for rapid prototyping and end-use applications. 3D printing technology is nowadays used in all sectors including automotive, civil, agriculture, medical, aerospace, art and jewelry, and education too. In this work, 3D printing technology is employed as a technology-enhanced tool in engineering education in combination with project-based learning for third-year undergraduates. The combined technology-enhanced project-based learning strategy was used to 3D print components of internal combustion engines to enhance students' comprehension of the fundamentals of internal combustion engines. The activity resulted in improvement in the performance of students in the examination (5.15% improvement in CO attainment and more than 10% improvement in all modes of written examination) as well as professional skill development promoting multidisciplinary learning opportunities and lifelong learning. Keywords—3D printing; engineering education; IR4.0; project-based learning; technology-enhanced active learning. JEET Category—Choose one: Research, Practice, or Op-Ed. (Please note, Op-Eds are by invite only. Refer to the Paper Submission and Review Guidelines for more details.)
Establishing a Constructive Mentoring Scheme for Engineering Students - A Case Study
Authors:   Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, PSG Institute of Technology and Applied Research, G. Santhanamari , M. Deepa ,   Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, PSG Institute of Technology and Applied Research, N. Susithra ,   Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, PSG Institute of Technology and Applied Research, P. Reba ,   Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, PSG Institute of Technology and Applied Research
Published: August 2022

The students of generation Z are more independent, technology savvy and socially connected. Even though technology has shrunk the universe and all knowledge resources seem to be just a click away, inculcating moral values, providing continuous technical guidance and psycho-social assistance for a holistic development cannot be provided by mere technological tools and the virtual world wide web. Teaching is a noble profession with no materialistic benefit and is service oriented. The teacher not only strives to create an atmosphere conducive to learning as an instructor, but also imparts the necessary skills needed for lifelong learning while playing multifaceted roles such as mentor, facilitator, motivator, guide and advisor. Mentors with technical expertise and social experience are required to steer the students in the right direction at the right time. This case study apprehends the outcome of a sequential mentoring process that is being practiced in our institution. It has greatly influenced the personal and professional development of the engineering students right from their first academic year. The end-to-end process of mentoring which encompasses an extensive induction programme, cultivation of healthy relationships through various mentoring models, sustenance of the mentor-mentee relationship, and closing the loop by facilitating the graduates contribute mentorship back to their alma mater is elucidated in this work. This structured mentoring strategy helps the students tap their latent potential and attain the personal and professional outcomes. The study highlights the importance of ‘knowing the mentee’ through a personality assessment test without judging them and thereby helping them achieve their short-term goals and long-term aspirations. This structured mentoring strategy enhanced the students’ performance in academics, active participation in co-curricular activities, both inside and outside the institution and also shaped them into a holistic individual. Such impacts were observed by collecting the student participation data and a feedback survey. Keywords—Mentoring; teacher-student relationship; induction; cultivation; redefinition.
A Dataset on Graduating Students of PSITCOE, Kanpur – UP
Authors:   Department of Basic Sciences & Humanities, Pranveer Singh Institute of Technology, Kanpur, UP, India, 209305., Singh Sudhir , Paroha P. P. , Mishra Krishna K
Published: August 2022

This paper deals with some of the selected students of B. Tech. course of PSIT College of Engineering, Kanpur affiliated to AKTU, Lucknow. Total 152 students were selected through a survey of their satisfaction level during the course of their study based on program outcomes. It has been found that students had a significant association with the dependent variable (program outcomes POs [1]). However, the respondents showed a great association with their study levels. Keywords— Program Outcomes, Performance Indicators, Course-outcomes, Blooms Taxonomy.
Maximizing Student Engagement by integrating social media in assignments of an online course
Authors:   Vishnu Institute of Technology, Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh, India, Bonthu Sridevi , Dayal Abhinav
Published: August 2022

The Practical Courses in Engineering Education encourage higher-level thinking and creativity. Many of the practical courses' objectives are to develop end-to-end applications. Many tools exist to teach and engage practical courses online, but at the same time, it has several challenges. Making the students engaged after class hours is needed as practical courses require a lot of time to practice. To make the students genuinely participate and learn, we have involved gamification in the course and adopted a few social media platforms like GitHub, LinkedIn, YouTube, Kaggle, medium, etc., to submit the students' work as they are all public mediums. The course is offered to 124 participants of I B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering stream students. By leveraging social media platforms and bringing in gamification in learning, the overall teaching-learning process gets highly benefited. The course-end survey results reported the students' positive attitudes and beliefs about social media use in education. Keywords—Student Engagement; practical course; online course; social media; Gamified Learning; GitHub; LinkedIn, Kaggle.
The tourism sector in Poland on the eve of and in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Obłąkowska Katarzyna Agnieszka
Published: August 2022

On a global scale, the travel and tourism sector is the part of the economy that has been notably severely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. This article presents the state of the tourism sector in Poland on the eve and in the first year of this pandemic. First, key definitions were briefly discussed as a foundation for tourism policy. The defined terms include the following: tourism, visitor, hiker, tourist, international (incoming) and domestic tourism, tourism sector, invisible export industry, tourist accommodation facility, tourist attraction. Then, data on international and domestic tourism in Poland just before the COVID-19 pandemic was presented, including the number of tourists served by the Polish tourism sector. The tourist attractiveness of Poland, the base of accommodation facilities, the share of tourism in Poland’s GDP and national employment were discussed. Poland’s flagship tourist attractions in 2019 were presented, among which the most important are cultural heritage attractions, sacred places and natural heritage. The issue of the COVID-19 pandemic was presented and on its background scenarios developed by the UNCTAD for the tourism sector related to travel restrictions introduced in response to the pandemic. Declines in tourism indicators between 2019 and 2020 were presented. Next, the strategy of the middle was characterized as a method used in the anti-crisis policy in the tourism sector, and the middle scenario that emerged in the Polish tourism sector in the first pandemic year is indicated.
Manisa (Türkiye) İli’nin yeni kayıtlar ile Tachinid (Diptera: Tachinidae) faunası
Authors: SOYKAN İsmet Altay , ATAY Turgut
Published: August 2022

This study was conducted between 2016-2020 to investigate the Tachinidae (Diptera) fauna of Manisa Province of Türkiye. For this purpose, Tachinidae samples were collected from the cultural and natural areas of five districts (Salihli, Sarıgöl, Selendi, Soma and Şehzadeler) selected to represent the province. Thirty-six species were determined and identified. These were four genera and five species in the subfamily Exoristinae, five genera and eight species in the subfamily Tachininae, three genera and four species in the subfamily Dexiinae, nine genera and 19 species in the subfamily Phasiinae. Among these, Estheria cristata (Meigen, 1826), Cistogaster globosa (Fabricius, 1775) and Cylindromyia gemma (Richter, 1972) (Diptera: Tachinidae) were recorded for the first time in Türkiye. The distributions and hosts in Türkiye of the identified species are given. In addition, the definitions of the species determined as new records for Türkiye are also included. This study is the first detailed study on the family Tachinidae in Manisa Province.
Tendencias investigativas en educación y pedagogía : estudio desde las prácticas sociales investigativas en las escuelas normales del departamento de Caldas.
Authors: Rincon Bedoya Lenin Stivens , Arcila Rodríguez William Orlando
Published: August 2022

Objetivo. El propósito del estudio está centrado en configurar y comprender las tendencias de las prácticas sociales en la investigación en Educación y Pedagogía. Métodos. Para el alcance del objetivo, se desarrolló el acopio de la información, posteriormente se realizó el procesamiento a través del método de relevancias y opacidades (Pintos, 2003), teniendo como referencia siete categorías centrales: año, títulos y temáticas, metodologías, objetivos y propósitos, fuentes de información, teorías de apoyo, problemas de investigación. Resultados. Se encontraron elementos ampliamente relevantes en temáticas asociadas a la educación y el desarrollo humano, la didáctica, los problemas sociales, educativos y culturales; Conclusiones. La investigación en la formación de maestros es un asunto fundamental para la creación de políticas públicas que permitan la transformación de las realidades educativas de cada contexto particular.
El pensar en desarrollo territorial de Caldas con un mirada dialógica/compleja.
Authors: Castillo Bolívar América , Cardona González Silvio
Published: August 2022

Objetivo. En el marco del proyecto de tesis doctoral que convoca , el artículo que se presenta está pensado en perspectiva de un sistema educativo emergente y de las políticas públicas que pretenden potenciar el territorio, a partir de la búsqueda de distintas formas de pensamiento y acción para la construcción de entornos socioculturales más humanos. Metodología. En este cometido, la triada “educación / participación social / desarrollo territorial”, en cuanto generadora de relaciones dialógicas complejas, cobra fuerza como objeto de conocimiento que se reconoce en la teoría y la práctica. En este referente, la participación, no solo política sino también social, involucra las prácticas educativas desde los ámbitos escolares, culturales y territoriales que signan las acciones de la vida glocal: gobiernos, empresas, grupos humanos, medios de comunicación, gremios, sindicatos, la escuela, la familia y los ciudadanos. Interés gnoseológico fundado en el método complejo que desde el “pensar / imaginar / crear”, y la potencia del circuito relacional convoca conceptos, saberes, imaginaciones, sueños y prospectivas territoriales en cuanto sistemas como unidades complejas que se relacionan entre sí, que desde el principio de dialogicidad fundan relaciones epistémicas, consideradas entre las partes y el todo. Resultados. Se espera que este documento pueda fundar, políticas públicas, diferentes miradas desde la construcción de los PEI y PEU, que convoquen planes de participación segura y oportuna, pero sobre todo el educarlos en la importancia de conocer y hacer valer lo que son y pueden lograr desde la palabra. Conclusiones. En conclusión, después de abordar dicha investigación en diferentes escenarios, se puede reflejar que nuestro país pasa por dificultades frente a la formación de verdaderos líderes, pero que no es una acción dada sólo a la escuela sino en diferentes ámbitos, y que al mismo tiempo los líderes no pueden ser unos pocos con ideales, sino todos responsables de las decisiones políticas y sociales que afectan o benefician el futuro de todos incluido el ambiental.
Los maestros de escuelas rurales como agentes en procesos de postconflicto.
Authors: Velásquez López Paula Andrea , Tangarife Motato Lady Andrea
Published: August 2022

Objetivo. Este artículo tiene como objetivo develar el papel preponderante que tienen los maestros de las escuelas rurales del municipio de Aguadas, Caldas, como agentes de los procesos de postconflicto, especialmente en su papel como autoridades educativas y socioculturales en las escuelas y comunidades en las que llevan a cabo su ejercicio profesional. Las aportaciones teóricas desde posturas posestructuralistas constituyeron el eje central para el desarrollo de las categorías fundantes, capacidad de agencia y resistencias territoriales. Para el análisis de la situación, se acudió al trabajo de campo etnográfico y a la revisión de fuentes bibliográficas tanto locales como regionales. Metodología. Correspondió a un enfoque cualitativo que permitió entre otros, los siguientes resultados: Descripción y explicación de las relaciones y dinámicas territoriales que los maestros del municipio, han tenido que reconfigurar y negociar en medio del conflicto armado. Conclusiones. Se evidencia que la capacidad de agencia de estos maestros tiene que ver con la pertenencia, la apropiación y la resistencia territorial, vistas a través de las implicaciones que tienen para los maestros mantener abiertas las escuelas, permanecer en medio del conflicto armado y realizar trabajo mancomunado con los padres de familia y con la comunidad.