bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Views of Primary Education Participants in Distance Teaching
Authors: Ntavlamanou Meropi J.
Published: November 2022

Distance teaching process as a result of the sudden, immediate and without prior design implementation of online education in Greece is the subject of this study. The combined use of synchronous and asynchronous teaching, teachers’ insufficient training to efficiently meet the requirements of the new teaching method because of the pandemic and the suspension of the operation of school units, as well as the necessary electronic equipment that teachers and children needed are considered important factors that caused stress, fear, reluctance, discomfort, etc. However, after the participation in the distance teaching process, the question arises: what is the opinion that the involved parties (teachers, children, parents) shaped about distance education? Is it a positive or a negative one? Would they wish to see face-to-face teaching being replaced by distance teaching? Were there any advantages and disadvantages during its implementation? If yes, what were the most important ones in each case? This study attempts to answer these questions.
Deep Talk: A Dialogic Instruction Method for Enhancing the Sense of Belonging
Authors: Aerila Juli-Anna , Kinossalo Maiju , Siipola Mari , Laaksonen Piia , Lamminen Anu , Valkonen Tuula
Published: November 2022

In this study, we investigate Deep Talk, which is a method used in the context of early years education in Finland. The method is based on multisensory storytelling and clear phases. The method has received positive feedback from educators and children, but no prior research has been conducted on it. This data aims to determine the significant elements of the method for the individual child and the children in a group. The data consisted of 25 narrations of educators who participated in Deep Talk training and had been serving as Deep Talk instructors. The data were analyzed using a data- and theory-driven qualitative content analysis through the dialogical process of the research team. The results showed that Deep Talk consisted of several elements that had a positive effect on the sense of belonging, increasing the dialogue between children, getting children’s voices heard and reducing inner speech. These effects seemed to strengthen the benefits of the method beyond the Deep Talk sessions as the method is implemented more constantly among children.
Case Study of Prospective Teacher Students' Views on the Position of Mathematics on Human Civilization
Authors: Anisyah Pratiwi Putri  , Yulyanti Harisman  , Wahyu Hidayat  , Lukman Harun
Published: November 2022

In everyday life, mathematics plays an important role, both as a tool, language, mindset, and knowledge, such as numeration systems, currency exchange tools, and so on. Therefore, we should know the role or position of mathematics in human civilization. The selected research is qualitative with a case study method. Two students were selected to be research subjects from five classes in the mathematics education study program. The instrument used in this study was an open interview. Each student is asked questions about their knowledge of the position of mathematics in human civilization. The data analysis used in this research is thematic analysis. The results showed that there were four categories of how mathematics education students responded to the position of mathematics in civilization. The categories are theoretical history student, religious history student, contextual history student, and scientific history student. The four categories will be described in detail in this paper.
Development of Powtoon Animation Video Learning Media on Circle Materials at UPT Senior High School 06 South Solok
Authors: Suryani Salfitri  , Sofia Edriati  , Dewi Yuliana Fitri
Published: November 2022

The research is a research and development that purpose to produce Powtoon animation video learning media on circle material. In addition, this study purpose to determine the validity and practicality of Powtoon animation video learning media on circle material. The development model used is the Plomp model. This learning media was created using the Powtoon application. The instruments used are validity sheets, practicality questionnaires, and interview guidelines to determine the validity and practicality of learning media. Based on the validation results on the development of Powtoon animation video learning media, the percentage is 86,31%. While the results of the practicality of teacher and students obtained a percentage of 93,2%. Thus, the Powtoon animation video learning media on the circle material is declared to be very valid dan very practical to use in learning.
Stroke from Prospective Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Data: Functional Outcomes Using the Functional Independence Measure
Authors: Shirmen Batchimeg , Oidov Batgerel , Tsegmid Narantsetseg , Bayartsogt Batzorig , Guntev Tsagaankhuu , Avirmed Baljinnyam
Published: November 2022

Objectives: Stroke is a second leading cause of mortality and results often to severely lasting disability in worldwide. We studied the long-term effects of rehabilitation after stroke as a key factor in improving the quality of life, due to the reason that Mongolia has one of highest rates of ischemic heart disease. The aim of this study was to evaluate functional outcomes of all patients admitted to an inpatient rehabilitation unit in a tertiary hospital using Functional Independence Measure (FIM), and analyze factors that are associated significantly with progression of discharge functional scores and higher functional gains. Methods: In this longitudinal study over a two-month period, functional data for 104 patients admitted consecutively to the Stroke Center at Third State Central Hospital inpatient rehabilitation unit in Mongolia were charted into a custom designed rehabilitation database. The primary outcome measures were the discharge total FIM scores, FIM gain and FIM efficiency. Multiple linear regression analysis were used to identify independent variables associated with better discharge FIM scores and FIM gain. Results: The mean age was 56.3 ±11.6 years and 55.7% of the patients were male. Ischemic stroke (28.8%) followed by hemorrhagic stroke (71.2%) were more common diagnoses. The average rehabilitation length of stay was 9.3 ± 2.2 days. The mean admission total FIM score was 42.3 ± 20.7 and the mean discharge total FIM score was 61.3 ± 24.6, with this gain being highly significant (P < 0.001). The mean FIM gain was 18.6 ± 17.4 and FIM efficiency was 2.1 ± 1.0 points per day. Factors associated with better functional outcomes were higher admission motor and cognitive FIM scores, male gender and a longer rehabilitation length of stay. Conclusions: The FIM is an easy-to-use, standardized and robust general measure of functional disability. The total FIM scores of all patients, participated in this study, significantly improved. Moreover, longer rehabilitation LOS resulted in a negative effect on discharge FIM scores. To our knowledge, this study is the first study that examines the stroke rehabilitation using FIM scores as the primary outcome measure in Mongolia.
Isolation of Heavy Chain Antibodies from Camelus Bactrianus Serum
Authors: Altantulga Enkh-Ariun , Erdene Lkhagvamaa , Narmandakh Ariun , Ashim Janbolat , Munkhuu Bayarjargal , Majigsuren Zolzaya , Batdorj Batjargal , Tudev Gan-Erdene
Published: November 2022

Objectives: The IgG antibodies from species of Camelidae are named heavy-chain antibodies that lack L-chains of typical antibodies. The antigen-binding site of the dromedary HCAb is located in the single-chain domain referred to as the nanobody. Nanobodies are distinguished from other conventional antibodies by their unique properties, which lead to numerous biopharmaceutical and medicinal applications. Therefore, this study aimed to isolate IgG protein by isoforms from the blood serum of Mongolia’s two-humped camels and determine the contents of isomers of the antibody to enable further C. bactrianus nanobody research. Methods: IgG subclasses were separated by two different affinity chromatography steps using the ÄKTA Prime fast protein liquid chromatography method. The immunoglobulin fractions were determined using assays by the Bradford method and absorbance at 280 nm. The purity of IgG fractions was verified by the SDS-PAGE electrophoresis method. Results: Camel blood serum IgG subclasses were isolated by Protein A and G affinity chromatography columns, and the ratios of IgG1, IgG2, and IgG3 isotypes were 40.5 ± 4.5 kDa, 24.0 ± 8.0 kDa, and 35.5 ± 5.1 kDa, respectively. IgG2 and IgG3 subclass heavy chain bands on SDS-PAGE showed different molecular weights: 45 kDa and 43 kDa. Conclusions: Our findings suggest that IgG protein isotypes in the domestic Camelus Bactrianus serum that we identified were statistically different from C.Dromedarius serum.
Impact of Endometrioma Treatment on Ovarian Reserve
Authors: Choijiljaw Munkhbayar , Darmaa Yanjinsuren , Sonomjamts Munkhbayarlakh , Olzvoi Amarjargal
Published: November 2022

Objectives: To evaluate the ovarian reserve by measuring AMH level after the both treatment of drug and surgery for Endometrioma. Methods: We studied 129 patients who have diagnosed with ovarian endometrioma, aged 20-46 years, using case-control study design. There are 4 groups with medication and surgeries. Results: There were significant reduction of pain in patients who received synthetic progestin (p = 0.001) groups. Serum AMH were 3.48 ± 0.9 before treatment and 3.41 ± 1.0 after treatment respectively (p = 0.456). Prior treatment of laparoscopic surgery with progestin 3 months, it decreases abdominal lower pain (p = 0.001) and dysmenorrhea (p = 0.001). Serum AMH level were 3.11 ± 1.8 before surgery and 2.21 ± 0.2 after surgery, respectively (p = 0.005). Conclusions: Laparoscopic surgery might be decrease ovarian reserve which leads to infertility later life in women who has ovarian endometrioma with ovarian cystectomy.
Efficacy and Safety of “Kyushin” in Mongolian Patients with Ischemic Heart Disease and Heart Failure
Authors: Khasag Altaisaikhan , Byambasukh Oyuntugs , Narmandakh Bayarsukh , Badarch Amarjargal , Shukhert Tungalag , Unurjargal Tsolmon
Published: November 2022

Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the efficacy and safety of Kyushin in addition to conventional drug therapy. Methods: This study included 109 (Male/Female = 44/65) subjects were assigned to two groups (Kyushin and conventional treatment vs. conventional treatment alone) based on age, gender, and initial physiologic test values. Subjects in the Kyushin group received Kyushin 30 mg orally three times daily for eight weeks. Subjective complaints, physiological examinations (ECG, echocardiography, blood pressure, pulse rate) and laboratory tests were conducted at the start of the study and after eight weeks of treatment. The pre- and post-treatment Kyushin results were compared with the conventional treatment group’s findings. Results: In the patients treated with Kyushin, significant improvements were observed in these subjective complaints, physiological examinations (ECG, echocardiography, blood pressure, pulse rate) and laboratory tests. No adverse effects were observed during this study. Conclusions: This study shows that Kyushin is not only safe, it is more effective than conventional treatment alone in patients with ischemic heart disease and heart failure.
Study of Proton Loss Level in Models of Coronary Heart Disease Deficiencies in an Experimental Animals
Authors: Batbold Enebish , Miegombo Ambaga , Bandi Sarantsetseg , Dorjkhuu Amgalanbaatar
Published: November 2022

Objectives: The objective, in this study is to create a pathological model of coronary heart disease in pneumonia, based on the new theory of membrane-redox potentials three-state line system-dependent -full 9 stepped cycle of proton conductance inside the human and animal body, to study the activity of respiratory dehydrogenase enzymes at the ischemic site, and the proton entry state formed by bicarbonate in the 8th stage of full chain for Traditional Medicine. Methods: The experimental model used in this study was a pathological model of myocardial ischemia as developed by Kogan and Ambaga in healthy white Wistar rats approximately weighing 200-250 ± 20g. Results: On days 3-21 of the experiment, we have observed that the proton entry formed bicarbonate decreased by 9.8-13.9% both within the red blood cell membrane surface and outside the red blood cell membrane during whole red blood cell lysis. Moreover, the level of proton depletion was high, but the unstained or cell respiration released area increased by 10.25-20.34% (p < 0.05). Conclusions: In the 8th stage ofthe full 9 stepped cycle closed chain of protons, the proton entry formed bicarbonate decreased in the red blood cell membrane surface, and ischemic standing nodule electron-proton leak and dehydrogenase enzyme activity was decreased significantly.
Using Network Pharmacology to Clarify the Therapeutic Mechanism of Hataagqi-19 Hot Compress Therapy in Rats with Lumbar Disc Herniation
Authors: Aruhan  , Dorjsuren Byambasuren , Chimedtseren Chimedragchaa , Damba Tsend-Ayush
Published: November 2022

Objective: This study aims to determine the primary efficacy of traditional medicine treatment of Lumbar disc herniation (LDH) and the effect of Hataagqi-19 hot compress (H19+HC) therapy on LDH rats. Methods: Referencing ancient books of Mongolian medicine, we studied the theoretical basis of Mongolian medicine to treat LDH. We performed operations to establish a model of SD rats with LDH treated with H19+HC. Paw withdrawal threshold (PWT) was detected, serum TNF-α, IL-6, and IL-1β were measured by ELISA, and immunohistochemical staining was used to measure IL-6, CD68, and IgG. Results: The medicinal properties of the drugs for the treatment of LDH are mainly dry “Xieriwusu,” heat-clearing, and suppressing “Heyi” medicine. The PWT value, serum TNF-α, IL-6, IL-1β and tissue IL-6, CD68, IgG of H19+HC was lower than that of the control group. The nucleus pulposus of the H19+HC was significantly smaller than that of the control group. The positive staining result in the main inflammatory cells of the lesion was CD68. Conclusions: Mongolian medicine treatment of LDH is based on the dry “Xieriwusu,” heat-clearing, and suppressing “Heyi” efficacy. The H19+HC therapy follows this efficacy and has the effects of improved abnormal behavior, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and reabsorption of the nucleus pulposus.
New Paradigm for Determining Necrosis, Stage and Prognosis of Severe Acute Necrotizing Pancreatitis
Authors: Dashbazar Erdenebold , Nachin Baasanjav , Baasanjav Batbold , Chimedtseye Puntsag , Mashbaljir Ganbaatar , Seseer Altankhuyag
Published: November 2022

Objective: To determine the clinical features and diagnostic parameters of acute alcohol-induced pancreatic necrosis to develop a new system to assess the severity of acute pancreatitis, diagnose necrotic inflammation, and understand prognosis. Methods: We performed a retrospective chart review of patients admitted to the General Surgery Department and Gastroenterology Department of The Third Central Hospital, and The First Central Hospital in Ulaanbaatar from November 1, 2008, to January 1, 2020, admitted with acute pancreatitis, gathering clinical data using a structured form. From these data, we developed a new scoring system. Results: The median age of patients with acute necrotic pancreatitis was 43 (range 25-71) years, with the majority (87.4%) ages 26 to 60. Of the 31 deaths reported in the study, 24 (77.4%) were hospitalized more than 72 hours after the onset of the disease. Using the new evaluation system, 12 out of 122 patients were classified as class A (score 0-3), 69 (56.5%) were class B (score 4-6), and 41 (33.6%) of the patients were class C (score ≥7) points. Conclusion: The evaluation system we developed aids with early diagnosis, progression and prognosis of severe forms of acute pancreatitis. It is easy to score, and it is possible to score using information available in Mongolia’s secondary and tertiary hospitals.
Ultrasound for Appendicitis: Performance and Integration with Clinical and Laboratory Parameters
Authors: Chuluun Erdenetsetseg , Ankhbayar Bayartsetseg , Ganzorig Ganbayar , Luuzan Ganbayar , Dambadarjaa Davaalkham , Dungerdorj Zorigt , Chimedtseye Puntsag
Published: November 2022

Objective: We aimed to assess the relationship between white blood cell count, pediatric appendicitis score and the measurement of the outer diameter of the appendix. Methods: The study was performed on 480 children admitted for suspected acute appendicitis and underwent an appendectomy at the National Center for Maternal and Child Health, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, between May 2019 and December 2019. Clinical diagnosis was performed using the pediatric appendicitis score based on the pre-operative blood test results, including white blood cell count, neutrophil count, lymphocytes count, and neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio. The diameter of the appendix was determined by ultrasound. Results: 516 pediatric patients (≤ 18 years old) were suspected of having acute appendicitis and subsequently underwent surgery. The pediatric appendicitis score and neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio were moderately correlated (r = 0.494), but the neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio and outer diameter of the appendix were poorly correlated (r = 0.169). In patients with an appendix outer diameter of ≤ 6 mm, 44% were inflamed, and 56% were not. Conclusions: Ultrasonic measurement of the outer diameter of the appendix had a 79.8% accuracy. This diagnostic accuracy can be enhanced with the combined usage of the pediatric appendicitis score and the neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio.
Results of Surgical Treatment of Ovarian Endometrioma
Authors: Choijiljaw Munkhbayar , Sonomjamts Munkhbayarlakh , Darmaa Yanjinsuren
Published: November 2022

Objective: Diagnosing and treating ovarian endometrioma at the clinical stage and making a comparative study of the treatment results. Methods: In 2018-2019, 63 women aged 20-45 years diagnosed with ovarian endometriosis in the gynecology department of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of the National Center for Maternal and Child Health were included in the study. A hospital-based clinical prospective case-control study was used. Results: The first group of women received dienogest after surgery for 3 months during which pain during menstruation (p < 0.001), pain during intercourse (p < 0.001), and chronic pelvic pain (p < 0.016) was assessed. The second group of women received dienogest before surgery for 3 months during which pain during menstruation (p < 0.001), pain during intercourse (p < 0.001), and chronic pelvic pain (p < 0.001) was assessed. In this comparative surgical study, in the first group 14 (43.8) had trouble having the endometrioma removed, and in the second group, 23 (74.2%) had no trouble having the endometrioma removed. Conclusion: The use of synthetic progestin before surgical removal of moderate to severe endometriosis with laparoscopy decreases the blood loss during surgery (p < 0.021) and facilitate the removal of the endometrium from the ovary
Treatment of Chronic HCV Infection with Direct Acting Antivirals
Authors: Dashtseren Bekhbold , Genden Zulkhuu , Oidovsambuu Odgerel , Enkhbat Anir , Jargalsaikhan Ganbolor , Byambabaatar Sumiya , Shagdarsuren Myammarsuren , Murdorj Altankhuu , Ravjir Oyungerel , Dashdorj Naranbaatar , Dashdorj Naranjargal , Yagaanbuyant Dagvadorj , Gunchin Batbaatar
Published: November 2022

Objectives: This study was conducted to discover the treatment outcome and side effects of chronic hepatitis C virus patients treated with Direct-Acting Antivirals (DAAs). Methods: Based on the Liver Center database, we studied the treatment effect of Sofosbuvir 400 mg/Ledipasvir 90 mg in 1109 patients with chronic hepatitis C virus infection during the time period from December 2015 to December, 2018. Results: In patients treated with Sofosbuvir/Ledipasvir, the sustained viral load (SVR12) was 97.9% (1086/1109) 12 weeks after the treatment. The SVR12 was 99.2% (845/851) in HCV-infected non-cirrhotic patients, 93.4% (241/258) in patients with cirrhosis, and 80% (8/10) among patients treated for liver cancer. The SVR12 (19/25) was lowered to 76% at 12 weeks of treatment with Sofosbuvir 400 mg/ Daclatasvir 60 mg in DAA-failure patients 23/1109 (2.07%). Conclusions: SVR12 rates in non-cirrhotic and cirrhotic patients were 99.2% and 93.4%, respectively, while it was 80% in liver cancer patients after DAA treatment. As for patients with viral relapse, 76% of them were successfully retreated with second-line DAA treatment. During the DAA treatment, only 17.6% of all patients had some adverse effects related to DAA treatment, thus, DAA treatment is suitable for Mongolian patients and has less adverse effects.
Effects of Mongolian Medicine Modified Sugmul-7 on Hyperplasia of the Breast
Authors: Shan Tong , Damba Tsend-Ayushi , Jamsranjav Enkhtsetseg , Khalzaibaast Tuul , Juhua Gong , Yuanyuan Wu , Lingling  , Gelima Ang , Huan Wang
Published: November 2022

Objectives: The aim of this study was to explore the mechanism of regulating the endocrine function of hyperplasia breast in rats with Mongolian Medicine Modified Sugmul-7 (MMMS-7) by Proteomics and provide an experimental basis for its development and clinical application. Methods: Ninety female SD rats were randomly divided into 6 groups: the intact group – the animal group that was injected with neither estradiol, nor progesterone, nor administered Mongolian Medicine Modified Sugmul-7; the negative control group – the group injected with estradiol and progesterone; the positive control group - injected with estradiol, progesterone and administered mastodynon 0.06 g/kg; and the treatment groups – injected with estradiol and progesterone, each in their respective dose groups. After the start of the experiment, each rat except the intact group was intra peritoneally injected with estradiol 25d and progesterone 6d at a standard dose of 0.3 mg / kg for a total of 31 days. Results: Four differential proteins were found through proteomic analysis, namely Ppp3cb, Cacybp, Gstz1, and Nmd3 and their 5 related pathways. Conclusions: The above pathways are all known to be related to the treatment of breast hyperplasia caused by endocrine disorders. Treatment with Mongolian Medicine Modified Sugmul-7 is completed through regulation of the gastrointestinal and endocrine systems.
Renal Dysfunction After Liver Transplantation: a Single Center Study
Authors: Batsuuri Batsaikhan , Lopez-Verdugo Fidel , Badarch Bat-Ireedui , Nergui Suvd , Togtokh Ariunaa , Avirmed Shiirevnyamba , Orgoi Sergelen
Published: November 2022

Objectives: Mongolia is known as one of the countries with a high prevalence of viral hepatitis infection and its related liver cirrhosis and HCC. Therefor, liver transplantation (LT) surgery increases from year to year in Mongolia. Our goal was to evaluate post-transplant renal dysfunction (PTRD) and to investigate the predicting factors for renal dysfunction after LT. Methods: The impact of graft ischemic time, peri- and postoperative blood product transfusion, perioperative hemodynamics, time to extubating, intensive care length of stay, incidence of chronic renal failure, and mortality and morbidity were examined alone and then as a combined outcome. Results: Early renal dysfunction was identified by measuring serum creatinine and glomerular filtration rate. In our investigation which was a study group of patients following liver transplantation (LT), the following renal dysfunctions were found: 39% of recipients in the study had renal dysfunction, while the rest had no renal dysfunction. The average creatinine level of the recipients who had a renal dysfunction after LT, was 0.825 ± 0.24 mg/dl and the glomerular filtration rate was 111 ± 36.3 ml/min, and statistically significant. Conclusion: Preoperative kidney function plays a crucial role for postoperative renal dysfunction.
Mild Ovarian Stimulation for Infertility in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Authors: Nisekhkhuu Algirmaa , Baldandorj Bolorchimeg , Khasag Altaisaikhan , Davaatseren Munkhtsetseg
Published: November 2022

Objective: The aim of this study was to explore the effect of clomiphene citrate (CC) on the cycle characteristics and outcomes of women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) undergoing ovarian stimulation. Methods: This is a cross sectional study, and it was conducted at the tertiary-care medical center. This study included 55 PCOS patients and 54 patients without PCOS undergoing ovarian mild stimulation. In the study group (n = 55), CC and human menopausal gonadotropin (HMG) were administered simultaneously beginning on cycle day 3, while in the control group without PCOS (n = 54) a differing protocol treatment was used. The primary outcome measure was the stimulation day, HMG dose, number of dominant follicles, serum E2, LH, P4 in trigger day and number of oocytes. Secondary outcomes included the number of top-quality embryos, maturation rate, fertilization rate, cleavage rate, incidence of premature LH surge, and OHSS, biochemical and clinical pregnancy rate. Results: The study group received obviously a lower total HMG dose [470.54 ± 304.5 (375–975) vs. 500.00 ± 287.59 IU, but similar HMG duration. While the antral follicle count (AFC) was higher in the study group, the number of oocytes retrieved and top-quality embryos was remarkably less [5 (0 – 30) vs. 13 (0 – 42), 2 (0 –14) vs. 3.5 (0 – 15), p = 0.003, respectively]. The mature oocyte rate was higher in the study group (p = 0.036). No significant differences were detected in fertilization rate and cleavage rate between the 2 groups. CC had a positive influence (higher oocytes retrieved and top-quality embryos) on cycle characteristics, but might be correlated with the impaired IVF outcomes (lower E2, lower implantation rate) in PCOS patients undergoing IVF, when CC + HMG was used simultaneously. Conclusion: In women with PCOS, mild CC stimulation resulted in increased oocytes and viable embryos compared with the control group. The study regimens had a low incidence of OHSS. The results of the CC combined regimen provide new insights into the development of a more patient-friendly protocol for women with PCOS. However, this study needs to be continued on more samples in the future.
Social Entrepreneurship Training for Beneficiary Families in Sundajaya Hilir Village: Pejuang Muda Best Project
Authors: Halimah Halimah , Pamungkas Raja Ibnu , Kristi Yanuar
Published: November 2022

Pejuang Muda  is a program initiated by the Ministry of Social Affairs in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology and the Ministry of Religion of the Republic of Indonesia as a welcome form of the Merdeka Learning Campus Merdeka (MBKM) program. The purpose of Pejuang Muda is to carry out learning outside the campus to produce students who have problem solver cycle skills, identify problems, plan programs, and implement programs. The learning was carried out in two parts, namely learning General Materials through online/online and Team Based Projects. Pejuang Muda program was focused on several categories, namely 1) Development of social assistance programs, 2) Empowerment of the poor and the elderly, 3) Healthy lifestyle and environmental hygiene and 4) Facilities for public use. This article intends to report the results of the implementation of social entrepreneurship training activities for members of Beneficiary Families (KPM) Sundajaya Hilir Village, Baros District, Sukabumi City. This activity was one of the learning outcomes in Project Based activities. The training was carried out using the problem solver cycle method which consisted of 3 steps; identify problems, plan programs, and implement programs. Based on the evaluation results, it is known that through the training activities the people of Sundajaya Hilir village feel motivated to make an effort to raise the family economy.
mHealth technologies for managing Problematic Pornography Use: A content analysis
Authors: Henry Nathan
Published: November 2022

Approximately one in twenty individuals struggle with Problematic Pornography Use (PPU) (Bőthe et al., 2020). Several mobile apps are currently available that claim to help with managing ‘pornography addiction'. However, the utility of these apps is unclear, given the lack of literature on the effectiveness of mHealth solutions for PPU. Hence, this study aims to characterize the purpose, content, and popularity of mobile apps that claim to manage pornography addiction. This analysis includes 170 apps for both Android and iOS that meet the inclusion criteria. The five most common and popular features are: the ability to track the time since last relapse, tutorials and coaching, access to accountability partners or communities, content blocking or content monitoring, and a reward system for progress. Of these features, content blocking apps have the highest total number of users, but also have the lowest mean consumer satisfaction rating out of five stars. None of these apps contain references to literature providing evidence for their efficacy or safety.
In conclusion, there are several apps with the potential to provide low- or zero-cost, real-time interventions for people struggling to manage PPU. In particular, content blocking apps show some promise for PPU management. However, there is currently no empirical evidence to support the effectiveness and safety of these apps. Further research is required to be able to recommend apps that are safe for public consumption.
An Evaluation of Smart Selangor Bus Service Efficacy
Authors:   School of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Md Diah Jezan , Akhirruddin Noraishah ,   Malaysia Institute of Transport (MiTRANS), Universiti Teknologi MARA, Abd Rahman Raha ,   Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built Environment, UTHM
Published: November 2022

Smart Selangor Bus (SSB) is a free bus service that is a local government initiative as one of the most effective measures for its citizens. It aims to improve the quality and transport system in the state of Selangor. The SSB serves as one of the public transport vehicles carrying passengers around the city without charge regardless of age, occupation, gender or nationality. The purpose of this research is to determine the factors that can contributed to commuter satisfaction and evaluate an effectiveness on subsidized fare free public transport (FFPT) services provided. Data for the study were gathered through questionnaire among passenger of SSB on socio-demographic characteristics, travel behaviour characteristics and question of willingness to changes the mode of transportation and rider’s data depends on type of routes from Klang Municipal Council (MPKlang). The Cronbach’s Alpha test shows that the value is α>0.7 which is it showed the questionnaire to reach the high reliability. The results of this study show that an effectiveness of SSB is significantly related commuter satisfaction on bus stop cleanliness and comfort, bus cleanliness, comfort and safety of the bus and also punctuality and other facilities and also related to the increase in the number of riders every month. Those factors that can contribute to the commuter satisfaction further affect the willingness of Klang residents to switch to public transport mode options and continue to enjoy this free fare public transport facility and at the same time increase the effectiveness of SSB service. These findings provide a vision for better management to SSB stakeholders, especially to funders na
A New Estimator for Mean Estimation in Simple Random Sampling
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics, National Post Graduate College, Barhalganj, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, India, Aggarwal Sudhanshu
Published: November 2022

Nowadays, the decision makers are interested in the computation of population mean to develop certain decision making policies in the various field of business, agriculture, medical science, economics, demography and engineering. In this paper, authors suggest a new estimator for estimating the population mean in simple random sampling and determine the mean square error (MSE) of this estimator. The authors also show that the suggested estimator is more efficient than the existing ratio estimators theoretically and numerically.
Participatory Urban Improvement and Gender. Lessons from Jordan Refugee Camps
Authors: Al-Nammari Fatima , Malhis Shatha
Published: November 2022

The objective of this paper is to investigate the successes and challenges of participatory planning of three urban improvement projects. The paper uses a case study approach with mixed methods of interviews and documents to investigate how women were included and whether the strategies used succeeded in overcoming gender inequalities in the preparation of the master plans and action plans, thus achieving benefits for both men and women in the camps. The results indicate that using of mixed gender inclusion strategies support gender equity, but significant changes cannot take place depending on context. Such projects should focus on the sustainability of the change even if incremental.
Pengembangan Motif Batik Tiga Negeri Khas Surakarta dengan Teknik Cap untuk Pasar Industri Kreatif
Authors: Amboro Joko Lulut , Widiastuti Theresia , Setyawan Setyawan , Sulistyati Apika Nurani
Published: November 2022

Ketika dunia sedang dilanda pandemi, semua sektor ekonomi mengalami kemacetan dan berdampak pada penurunan yang cukup signifikan. Namun, yang menarik adalah produk hasil dari kreativitas semacam batik justru masih mempunyai kesempatan yang cukup baik untuk tetap bertahan. Apalagi dengan kemudahan melalui media online. Bisnis online sebagai sektor perekonomian baru di Indonesia berdampak pada pola pikir masyarakat termasuk masyarakat tradisional, termasuk masyarakat perajin batik. Kesempatan ini memberi peluang besar bagi dunia perbatikan khususnya para kriyawan dan perajin batik untuk melakukan pengembangan tanpa batas demi tercapainya kebaruan corak yang sesuai dengan selera pasar saat ini. Salah satu dari sekian banyak varian batik pesisir yang memiliki sejarah cukup panjang  adalah batik Tiga Negeri Surakarta, yang pernah diproduksi di Surakarta dan saat ini berhenti karena satu-satunya perusahaan yang memproduksi batik jenis ini sudah tutup pada tahun 2014; padahal corak ini masih mungkin untuk dikembangkan. Batik dengan motif utama burung berekor panjang dan bunga berkelopak banyak ini terkait dengan filosofi Cina dan dipadukan dengan isen ciri khas batik pedalaman khususnya Surakarta. Target untuk memberikan nuansa baru, yang sesuai dengan konsumen masa kini, memerlukan teknik khusus agar tepat sasaran. Penelitian kualitatif ini memanfaatkan pendekatan analisis tren mode untuk mendapatkan masukan ke arah mana pengembangan motif harus dimulai. Melalui analisis tren dapat diukur tren yang sedang terjadi di pasar beberapa tahun ke depan, sesuai dengan kondisi dan perubahan masyarakat yang sedang terjadi.
Peningkatan Kompetensi Guru dan Siswa Hanacaraka Edukids Montessori School Pada Masa Pandemi Covid 19
Authors: Febriyantoko Danang
Published: November 2022

Pendidikan anak usia dini dalam hal ini yang disebut dengan sekolah bermain, atau biasa dikenal dengan sebutan playgroup di Indonesia memerlukan perhatian khusus pada masa pandemi Covid-19. Di masa pandemi ini banyak anak yang kurang bergerak, sering bermain gawai karena kehilangan teman bermain dan kesempatan untuk bermain di luar. Padahal, di masa Covid-19 ini anak harus tetap mendapatkan haknya untuk bermain sehingga orang tua dan guru harus kreatif dan memperbanyak wawasan agar anak tidak bosan dan stres. Seiiring dengan dimulainya kembali pendidikan tatap muka pada awal tahun 2021, Hanacaraka Edukids Montessori School mulai bersiap kembali memberikan pelayanan pendidikan kepada siswanya, Dalam mempersiapkan lingkungan yang aman, nyaman, dan sehat di sekolah tentunya protocol kesehatan sudah harus diterapkan, disamping itu perlu adanya aktifitas yang dapat merangsang anak dan guru untuk memulai kembali meningkatkan kompetensi khususnya dalam dunia seni dan kerajinan dengan melakukan kegiatan bersama-sama dapat menumbuhkan aspek psikososial yang selama ini tidak terpenuhi selama pandemi. Beberapa kegiatan art and craft yang di tawarkan pada kegiatan penyuluhan seni ini diantaranya kegitan menghias pot serta menanam pohon dan kegiatan membuat mural bersama guru dan siswa.
Effectiveness of Near-Peer Versus Faculty Point-of-Care Ultrasound Instruction to Third-Year Medical Students
Authors: Rong Katie , Lee Grace , Herbst Meghan
Published: November 2022

Background: Incorporation of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) in undergraduate medical education (UME) is expanding; however, its effective implementation is impeded by a lack of trained faculty. Recruitment of near-peer (NP) instructors is a potential solution, but there are concerns surrounding NP teaching effectiveness compared to faculty instruction. While some institutions have assessed supplemental NP instruction, or NP-taught sessions with strict faculty supervision, few if any have compared effectiveness of NP POCUS instruction alone to faculty instruction through a multi-dimensional assessment. The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of near-peer (NP) instruction to faculty instruction at an undergraduate medical education clinical POCUS session for third-year medical students.  Methods: This was a randomized controlled trial where third-year medical students were assigned to one of two groups for a 90-minute POCUS session: NP instruction or faculty instruction. A pre- and post-session multiple-choice test and a post-session objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) were administered to assess conceptual and hands-on clinical POCUS knowledge gained. Students’ perceptions of the instructors and session were evaluated using a Likert scale.  Results: Seventy-three students (66% of the class) participated; 36 taught by faculty and 37 by NP instructors. Both groups showed a significant score increase from pre-test to post-test (p =0.002); however, there was no significant difference between groups in post-test (p=0.27) nor OSCE scores (p=0.20). Student perceptions of instructor competency were not statistically significant.  Conclusions: NP instructors were as effective at teaching clinical POCUS to third-year medical students as faculty instructors at our institution.
ПАРИЗЬКА ДЕКЛАРАЦІЯ «ЄВРОПА, В ЯКУ МИ МОЖЕМО ВІРИТИ» (2017) І ПРОБЛЕМИ СУЧАСНОЇ ОСВІТИ
Authors: ТКАЧЕНКО Олександр
Published: November 2022

Метою статті є соціально-філософський аналіз однієї з головних ідей Паризької декларації 2017 року «Європа, в яку ми можемо вірити», а саме проблеми сучасної освіти. Методологічними засадами дослідження стали філософсько-антропологічний напрям та християнська догматика. Також для вирішення поставлених завдань використано герменевтичний та традиціоналістський підходи. Наукова новизна. Зміст Паризької декларації розглядається не як критика Європейського простору, а як спроба європейських інтелектуалів з філософських позицій показати «справжню Європу», акцентувавши увагу на істинних цінностях європейського спадку. Паризька декларація – це голос розуму, який повинен звучати у цьому складному світі, наповненому пропагандою та маніпуляціями. В Декларації йдеться не про хронологічні питання історичного буття Європи, а про особливий спосіб існування людини. Концептуальне виявлення глибинних засад традиції у її духовних вимірах дало змогу глибше зрозуміти проблеми європейської освіти. Висновки. Наголошуючи на тому, що сутністю «справжньої Європи» є її християнський та філософський діалогічний характер, автори Декларації визначають головну мету освіти – творення мислячої, вільної людини. Підкреслюючи значимість християнства як основи європейської культури, наголошуємо на вихованні (навчанні) дітей, молоді не стільки у дусі християнських цінностей, скільки самим духом християнської Істини. Також важливим залишається питання реформування програм навчання так, щоб вони служили для передачі спільної культурної спадщини, а не для індоктринації молоді культурою відторгнення.
АУДІОВІЗУАЛЬНА ЄВРОПА: ЄВРОІНТЕГРАЦІЯ У ОБРАЗАХ КІНО
Authors: ЛІМОНЧЕНКО Віра
Published: November 2022

Мета роботи. У статті розкриваються проблеми євроінтеграції очима європейських митців. Методологія. Така постановка завдання обумовлена розумінням мистецтва як ґрунту філософії, що виразно проголошує вже Ніцше. Мистецтво надає такі засоби ставлення до істини, які позбавлені жорсткої концептуалізації і працюють під час спирання на свободу як автора, так і реципієнта; це характерне для некласичного типу філософії. У ХХ – ХХІ століттях особлива турбота: відбувається усунення суб’єктивістських надмірних теоретизувань за збереження уваги до досвіду свідомості. Якщо словесні мистецтва неодмінно тяжіють до вербалізованого судження, то кіно дає можливості цілісного візуального, слухового і смислового (логосного) сприйняття. Наукова новизна. Новизна обумовлена таким підходом, коли звернення до кіно здійснюється в інтересах філософії: ми отримуємо можливість виходу у розширений досвід, уникаючи словесної транскрипції. Це дає змогу здійснити філософську установку на критичне мислення у кантівському сенсі, що передбачає розуміння первинних засад, невидимих у буденній повсякденності. Хоча людина у своєму сприйманні центрована проблемами власного життя, це потребує корегування, яке здійснюється в освіті, адже людина не замкнена у клітку власної ситуації, впродовж своєї історії людство виробило засоби сприймання, які дають змогу бачити світ у його різноманітності. Особливо виразно це реалізовано європейською ментальністю. Вихід за межі своєї місцевої ситуації і погляд з позиції іншого є домінантним для осмислення світу засобами мистецтва. Уявність образу «Європа» усуває однозначну фізичну об’єктність, пов’язану з деякою територією і висуває в центр уваги антропологічні чинники. Висновки. Істотно важливим завданням для мислячої людини постає діагностика реальної ситуації, у якій перебуває людство. Вся світова історія людства може бути прочитана у зв’язку з діагностикою, але суперечка в тому, кому належить остаточний і центральний вердикт, не має остаточного рішення. Одним з варіантів такої діагностики є філософсько-культурологічна аналітика мистецтва, тому винесення ситуації сприймання картин, книг, фільмів у стихію випадковості згубне для освіти. Оскільки наскрізним для більшості міркуваннь є розуміння Європи як ментально-духовного утворення, європейська інтеграція як завдання наштовхується на необхідність філософсько-культурологічної рефлексії і впровадження відповідних навчальних курсів.
Establishing an Experiential Liaison Position to Increase IPPE and APPE Capacity and Preceptor Satisfaction in the Health System Environment
Authors: Patel Toral , Nuffer Wesley , Gilliam Eric , Thompson Megan
Published: November 2022

Description of the problem: Providing experiential experiences for student pharmacists within health systems can be challenging for schools of pharmacy. Establishing clinical faculty practices within health systems enables schools to increase student placements, however the clinical faculty typically prioritize experiential education within their individual clinical practice and may not be positioned to develop experiential education opportunities across the site.
Description of the innovation: A novel clinical faculty position, the experiential liaison (EL), established at the school’s largest health system partner to focus on improving the quality and quantity of experiential education across an academic medical center (AMC).
Critical analysis:  University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science (SSPPS) identified interested preceptors, recognized and coordinated preceptor development, and facilitated development of quality experiential activities within the site through the establishment of the EL position. Since the establishment of the EL position, student placement at the site increased to 34% of SSPPS’s experiential placements in 2020. A high number of preceptors answered “strongly agree or agree” to understanding SSPPS’s curriculum, expectations from the school, how to utilize assessment tools to measure student performance on rotation, and how to provide feedback to the school. Preceptor development opportunities are routine and effective, and the relationship between the school and hospital is collaborative.
Implications:  Establishing an experiential liaison clinical faculty position within a health system is a feasible strategy for schools to further increase experiential education placements in health systems.
The Effect of Blended Learning Models Assisted by Video Tutorials on Students' Critical Thinking Ability in Mathematics Learning
Authors: Nasution Eline Yanty Putri , Sintia Laras , Putri Rahmi
Published: November 2022

This study aimed to determine students' critical thinking skills on the subject of number patterns using the Blended Learning learning model. The research was conducted at MTsN 3 Kerinci, Academic Year 2021/2022. The research method used is a quasi-experimental method with a posttest-only control design. The research instrument used is a critical thinking ability test. The results showed that the critical thinking ability of students who were taught with the Blended Learning leraning model assisted by video tutorials had an average score of 8.58, and the class that did not use the Blended Learning learning model assisted by video tutorials had an average score of 6.24. Thus, this study concludes that the Blended Learning learning model has a significant influence on students' critical thinking ability.
Upaya Meningkatkan Kemampuan Komunikasi Matematis Siswa dengan Konteks Pandemi Covid-19 di MAN 1 Madina
Authors: Nasution Eline Yanty Putri , Hayati Purnama
Published: November 2022

This study was a classroom action research that contain two cycles with pomoting the improvement of student’s mathematical communication ability. This study was applied in Madrasah Aliyah Negeri (MAN) 1 Mandailing Natal (Madina) Plus Keterampilan in the XI MIA grade year 2020/2021 during the covid-19 pandemic. The object of this study was 35 students of XI MIA 2 grade from 165 students of XI MIA grade as the research population. The subject of this study was student’s mathematical communication ability. This study used the student’s mathematical communication ability test and interview instruments that had been carried out the instruments feasibility test. Based on the analysis of the data, we found: (1) the average of student’s mathematical communication ability test increase from 77 at cycle I to 91 at cycle II; (2) the number of students who have mathematical communication ability increase from 16 (46%) students at cycle I to 27 (77%) students at cycle II. The conclusion of this study is covid-19 pandemic context can improve the student’s mathematical communication ability.