bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Structural Behavior of Geopolymer Concrete Thin Wall Panels Based on Metakaolin and Recycled Concrete Aggregate
Authors: Alsaraj Wissam Kadhim , Fadhi Shaimaa Hasan , Alserai Sahar Jabbar
Published: September 2019

Introduction:

Due to the current popularity of Reinforced Concrete (RC) wall construction and the new published codes for concrete, RC walls have become just as important structural elements as beams, slabs and columns.

Methods:

This paper presents the structural behavior of geopolymer concrete thin wall panels based on metakaolin and recycled concrete aggregate subjected to axial eccentric uniformly distributed loading with varying Aspect Ratios (AR=H/L) and steel reinforcement ratios. The experimental program includes testing of five two-way thin geopolymer concrete wall panels; fixed at all sides and applying the load axially with eccentricity equal to the wall thickness/6.

Results and Conclusion:

The results indicate that the load-carrying capacity of the geopolymer concrete wall panels increased to about 63% with a decrease in AR (H/L) from 1.875 to 0.75. The lateral deflection decreased to about 50% with a decrease in AR (H/L) from 1.875 to 0.75. Also, the results show that the load-carrying capacity of the geopolymer concrete wall panels increased to nearly 48% with an increase in the steel reinforcement ratio from 2.32% to 3.38%. The lateral deflection also decreased by 20% with an increase in the steel reinforcement ratio to 3.38%. The results show that locally manufactured Metakaolin can be used for producing Geopolymer concrete.
Stroke Severity and Outcomes in Patients with and without Atrial Fibrillation
Authors: Ragelytė Augustė , Rudokaitė Gabrielė , Žaliaduonytė-Pekšienė Diana , Zabiela Vytautas
Published: September 2019

Background

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a major risk factor for ischemic stroke. It is important to verify the effect of AF on the outcomes of stroke.

Objective

To compare stroke severity and outcomes regarding stroke victims with and without AF.

Methods

Analysis of the medical data (including age, sex, stroke type, localization, treatment method, severity and outcomes of the stroke (according to the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) score, Barthel index score, death), antithrombotic treatment) of 200 stroke patients (100 with AF, 100 without AF).

Results

Patients with AF were older than non-AF patients (76.19 ± 9.4 vs. 66.99 ± 11.7, p<0.001), there were more women among them (63 vs. 39, p=0.01). 53 patients with AF had used anticoagulants (AC) before stroke (most of them were used ineffectively), 99 had had indications to use them. The distribution of the type of the stroke did not differ significantly between groups. AF patients had stroke in the area of the brain supplied by the carotid artery more often (95% vs. 78%, p<0.001). Initial stroke severity (p=0.006), NIHSS after thrombolysis (p=0.008), NIHSS 7 days after thrombolysis (p=0.01) was higher in AF patients; Barthel index score (p=0.194) and mortality (p=0.323) did not differ.

Conclusion

Patients with AF experienced more severe strokes and presented higher neurologic deficits than patients without this condition. Nevertheless, the mortality and patients' final functional status did not differ. AC usage in patients with AF did not alleviate neurologic deficits and stroke outcomes possibly due to their insufficient usage.
Regulatory Perspectives on Biopharmaceuticals for Chronic Inflammatory Diseases in North Africa: A Narrative Review
Authors: Mkinsi Ouafa , Lefkir-Tafiani Salima , Srairi Héla S, , Kochbati Samir , El Dershaby Yasser M. , El Azhari Mohamed M. , Midjek Sabrina A-I. , Ladjouze-Rezig Aicha
Published: September 2019

Introduction of innovative biopharmaceuticals has dramatically changed the treatment of chronic inflammatory diseases, but access to these very effective agents may be limited by economic constraints in some regions. The development of biosimilar products at a lower cost may allow wider access to treatment, but rigorous scientific evaluation is required to ensure similar quality, efficacy, and safety. The World Health Organization, European Medicines Agency, and United States Food and Drug Administration have created stringent guidelines for biosimilar regulatory approval, stipulating that high similarity be demonstrated in comprehensive comparability studies. Although these regulatory standards have been adapted in many countries, the legal/regulatory frameworks required for biosimilar authorization remain in development elsewhere, including North Africa. In some countries, “intended copies” are available despite inadequate evidence of comparability to the reference product and failure to satisfy biosimilar regulatory requirements. In North Africa, as the regulatory pathway for biosimilars is established, regulators will address several important challenges, including criteria for comparability, switching/substitution, post-marketing monitoring/risk management, and product naming conventions. Caution is advised to ensure that lower cost and broader access are not achieved at the expense of patient safety, and educational initiatives should be undertaken for clinicians/patients. In this review, we define the various types of biopharmaceuticals currently available for the treatment of chronic inflammatory disease, provide an overview of regulatory requirements for biosimilar approval and an update on the availability of these agents globally and in North Africa, and discuss crucial concerns related to their use from the viewpoint of North African rheumatologists.
Driverless Cars will Make Union Stations Obsolete
Authors: Wiseman Yair
Published: September 2019

Driverless vehicles having been tested in several locations throughout the world and will be an authorized means of transportation soon. These vehicles will unquestionably influence the global transport market trends. One of the notable driverless vehicles influences will be the laying aside of the lion share of public transportation means thus there will be no need to union station anymore. Driverless cars will be able to take passengers from almost anywhere to their destinations without any need of connections; therefore, the concept of a central station to change buses or trains will be no more pertinent.
Numerical simulation of fresh concrete flow: insight and challenges
Authors: Vasilic Ksenija , Gram Annika , Wallevik Jon Elvar
Published: September 2019

Recent developments in concrete technology are advancing into a scientific-based approach, where both experimental and numerical simulations are utilised to achieve an optimum mix design and an effective placement into formwork at the jobsite. Since the load carrying capacity and service life of concrete structures is fully dependent on the success of the placement process, researchers all over the world have started to work on casting prediction tools using different numerical software. However, a lot of work is still to be done in order to properly model the large-scale flow processes. This is because fresh concrete is a very complex material and its simulations involve complex material models and extensive computations. An exact material model of fresh concrete does not exist, and the researchers use diverse approximations to depict concrete flow. In this paper, we identify the main challenges for modelling fresh concrete and review the existing simulation methods. The advantages, disadvantages and application fields are discussed, including future perspectives for having numerical tools for practical use.
Self-excited oscillations in a collapsible channel with applications to retinal venous pulsation
Authors: Stewart Peter S. , Foss Alexander J. E.
Published: September 2019

We consider a theoretical model for the flow of Newtonian fluid through a long flexible-walled channel which is formed from four compliant and rigid compartments arranged alternately in series. We drive the flow using a fixed upstream flux and derive a spatially one-dimensional model using a flow profile assumption. The compliant compartments of the channel are assumed subject to a large external pressure, so the system admits a highly collapsed steady state. Using both a global (linear) stability eigensolver and fully nonlinear simulations, we show that these highly collapsed steady states admit a primary global oscillatory instability similar to observations in a single channel. We also show that in some regions of the parameter space the system admits a secondary mode of instability which can interact with the primary mode and lead to significant changes in the structure of the neutral stability curves. Finally, we apply the predictions of this model to the flow of blood through the central retinal vein and examine the conditions required for the onset of self-excited oscillation. We show that the neutral stability curve of the primary mode of instability discussed above agrees well with canine experimental measurements of the onset of retinal venous pulsation, although there is a large discrepancy in the oscillation frequency.

doi:10.1017/S1446181119000117
Improving Team-Based Decision Making Using Data Analytics and Informatics: Protocol for a Collaborative Decision Support Design
Authors: Roosan Don , Law Anandi V , Karim Mazharul , Roosan Moom
Published: September 2019

Background

According to the September 2015 Institute of Medicine report, Improving Diagnosis in Health Care, each of us is likely to experience one diagnostic error in our lifetime, often with devastating consequences. Traditionally, diagnostic decision making has been the sole responsibility of an individual clinician. However, diagnosis involves an interaction among interprofessional team members with different training, skills, cultures, knowledge, and backgrounds. Moreover, diagnostic error is prevalent in the interruption-prone environment, such as the emergency department, where the loss of information may hinder a correct diagnosis.

Objective

The overall purpose of this protocol is to improve team-based diagnostic decision making by focusing on data analytics and informatics tools that improve collective information management.

Methods

To achieve this goal, we will identify the factors contributing to failures in team-based diagnostic decision making (aim 1), understand the barriers of using current health information technology tools for team collaboration (aim 2), and develop and evaluate a collaborative decision-making prototype that can improve team-based diagnostic decision making (aim 3).

Results

Between 2019 to 2020, we are collecting data for this study. The results are anticipated to be published between 2020 and 2021.

Conclusions

The results from this study can shed light on improving diagnostic decision making by incorporating diagnostics rationale from team members. We believe a positive direction to move forward in solving diagnostic errors is by incorporating all team members, and using informatics.

International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID)

DERR1-10.2196/16047
Use of Digital Technology to Enhance Tuberculosis Control: Scoping Review (Preprint)
Authors: Lee Yejin , Raviglione Mario C , Flahault Antoine
Published: September 2019

BACKGROUND

Tuberculosis (TB) is the leading cause of death from a single infectious agent, with around 1.5 million deaths reported in 2018, and is a major contributor to suffering worldwide, with an estimated 10 million new cases every year. In the context of the World Health Organization’s End TB strategy and the quest for digital innovations, there is a need to understand what is happening around the world regarding research into the use of digital technology for better TB care and control.

OBJECTIVE

The purpose of this scoping review was to summarize the state of research on the use of digital technology to enhance TB care and control. This study provides an overview of publications covering this subject and answers 3 main questions: (1) to what extent has the issue been addressed in the scientific literature between January 2016 and March 2019, (2) which countries have been investing in research in this field, and (3) what digital technologies were used?

METHODS

A Web-based search was conducted on PubMed and Web of Science. Studies that describe the use of digital technology with specific reference to keywords such as TB, digital health, eHealth, and mHealth were included. Data from selected studies were synthesized into 4 functions using narrative and graphical methods. Such digital health interventions were categorized based on 2 classifications, one by function and the other by targeted user.

RESULTS

A total of 145 relevant studies were identified out of the 1005 published between January 2016 and March 2019. Overall, 72.4% (105/145) of the research focused on patient care and 20.7% (30/145) on surveillance and monitoring. Other programmatic functions 4.8% (7/145) and electronic learning 2.1% (3/145) were less frequently studied. Most digital health technologies used for patient care included primarily diagnostic 59.4% (63/106) and treatment adherence tools 40.6% (43/106). On the basis of the second type of classification, 107 studies targeted health care providers (107/145, 73.8%), 20 studies targeted clients (20/145, 13.8%), 17 dealt with data services (17/145, 11.7%), and 1 study was on the health system or resource management. The first authors’ affiliations were mainly from 3 countries: the United States (30/145 studies, 20.7%), China (20/145 studies, 13.8%), and India (17/145 studies, 11.7%). The researchers from the United States conducted their research both domestically and abroad, whereas researchers from China and India conducted all studies domestically.

CONCLUSIONS

The majority of research conducted between January 2016 and March 2019 on digital interventions for TB focused on diagnostic tools and treatment adherence technologies, such as video-observed therapy and SMS. Only a few studies addressed interventions for data services and health system or resource management.
Development of a Real-Time Risk Prediction Model for In-Hospital Cardiac Arrest in Critically Ill Patients Using Deep Learning: Retrospective Study (Preprint)
Authors: Kim Junetae , Park Yu Rang , Lee Jeong Hoon , Lee Jae-Ho , Kim Young-Hak , Huh Jin Won
Published: September 2019

BACKGROUND

Cardiac arrest is the most serious death-related event in intensive care units (ICUs), but it is not easily predicted because of the complex and time-dependent data characteristics of intensive care patients. Given the complexity and time dependence of ICU data, deep learning–based methods are expected to provide a good foundation for developing risk prediction models based on large clinical records.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to implement a deep learning model that estimates the distribution of cardiac arrest risk probability over time based on clinical data and assesses its potential.

METHODS

A retrospective study of 759 ICU patients was conducted between January 2013 and July 2015. A character-level gated recurrent unit with a Weibull distribution algorithm was used to develop a real-time prediction model. Fivefold cross-validation testing (training set: 80% and validation set: 20%) determined the consistency of model accuracy. The time-dependent area under the curve (TAUC) was analyzed based on the aggregation of 5 validation sets.

RESULTS

The TAUCs of the implemented model were 0.963, 0.942, 0.917, 0.875, 0.850, 0.842, and 0.761 before cardiac arrest at 1, 8, 16, 24, 32, 40, and 48 hours, respectively. The sensitivity was between 0.846 and 0.909, and specificity was between 0.923 and 0.946. The distribution of risk between the cardiac arrest group and the non–cardiac arrest group was generally different, and the difference rapidly increased as the time left until cardiac arrest reduced.

CONCLUSIONS

A deep learning model for forecasting cardiac arrest was implemented and tested by considering the cumulative and fluctuating effects of time-dependent clinical data gathered from a large medical center. This real-time prediction model is expected to improve patient’s care by allowing early intervention in patients at high risk of unexpected cardiac arrests.
Managing Government Digital Reputation through Big Data Processing
Authors: Nisa' Khoirun , Rusfian Effy , Zaenab Zaenab
Published: September 2019

The objective of this paper is to assess government reputation management performance by lev-eraging Big Data technology, internet, and public relations capacity, in particular creating credible information for the public. The research used a case study methodology on Indonesi-aBaik.id management for the period between 13th September to 13th October, 2017. The focus of the research was on the degree to which big data processing influenced communication, pub-lic persuasion, and content. Research techniques used to collect data including in-depth inter-views, observation, and literature review through elated techniques. Research findings indicate that effective Big Data processing is underpinned by quality data analysis and creative content development skills. This research contributes to knowledge on the application of online reputa-tion management processes for public relations officials and general readers based on the four steps of management process by Cutlip as applied to reputation management analysis using Big Data technology effectiveness. Based on the result of the research the government reputation management practice should also followed by higher competence of the public relation officials especially on the skill of reputation management process and public persuasion skill, thus, the process of creating credible information can be done adequately.
Critical Factor Influencing Electronic Government Capacity Building in Sragen Municipality Government Public Service Delivery
Authors: Shobaruddin Muhammad
Published: September 2019

This study identifies critical factors in the capacity building of electronic government (e-government) in Sragen municipality, Indonesia. Sragen is a small city renowned as a pioneer in the implementation of e-government initiatives among other local governments. by conducted in-depth interview as well as observation thus the data was categorized and interpreted for fur-ther being discussed for the result. Results of the study showed that using an institutional ap-proach in e-government capacity building Sragen municipality succeeded in improving the quality and value of the relationship between government institutions and citizens; identified institutional factors that are crucial for successful e-government capacity building that include policies, organizational structure, and participatory public management.
Does Public Service Motivation Matter to Employees’ Performance and Organizational Commitment in Sub-district Offices?
Authors: Pratama Arif Budy , Nurhidayah Aidah
Published: September 2019

Many studies on Public Service Motivation (PSM) were conducted extensively in the developed countries, including US and Western Europe. In addition, some research on PSM has been conducted in Eastern Asia, all which affirm the positive role that plays in in shaping the public sector. That said, studies on PSM in developing countries, including Indonesia is still limited. This is despite the fact that previous research associate PSM with improving public sector performance. The objective of this study is to investigate the relationship between public service motivation, organizational commitment, and individual performance in Magelang Municipality, which is one of the high performing local govern,ents in Indonesia. The data was drawn from 70 government employees in 3 Magelang Municipality sub-district Offices. Meanhwile, to to test the research hypothesises. Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) was used. Resulst of the study validated the previous research findings that indicate positive influence of PSM on organizational commitment and individual performance. The result of this study has a practical implication for human resource development policy in Indonesian public sector. To that end, Public managers should take into account PSM in their managerial practices as it influences employee performance.
Human Resources Development Policy as a Strategy for Improving Public Organizational Performance
Authors: Sunahwati Eka , Maarif Muhammad Syamsul , Sukmawati Anggraini
Published: September 2019

The purpose of this research was to analyze organizational performance improvement strategies in the Center for Testing the Implementation of New Fisheries Products (BBP2HP). The research was conducted using AHP (Analytical Hierarchy Process) method with Expert Choice software to analyze the structure and the main strategy alternatives. The analysis was based on primary data obtained through interviews with 11 experts. Research results showed that human resource development policy was the most crucial strategy in improving BBP2HP organizational performance with training and development as an integral part of the strategy. The results also showed that the factor of leadership was of most importance in ensuring that the strategy of improving organizational performance. In that regard, leadership qualities of BBP2HP head was identified as the most critical and influential actor in improving BBP2HP organizational performance Meanwhile, providing excellent services was identified as the top priority that BBP2HP must pursue in improving its organizational performance as public service unit. The implications of this study are public organizations should implement training and development in accordance with the needs of the organization; and the pivotal role that leadership plays in the strategic management of the organization in empowering and directing organizational resources towards achieving organizational goals in as effective and efficient a manner.
Public (Dis)Engagement in Toll Road Project: A Case Study from Indonesia
Authors: Susanto Nurhadi
Published: September 2019

Although numerous studies have established the importance of public participation in development, in practice, the government or companies in charge of infrastructure development often obscure public perception about its potential impact on development outcomes. This research aims to provide a more detailed description of the impact of toll road construction projects with low public participation. This research is study is a case study that employed qualitative research design approach. The study provides a deeper understanding the impact that ignoring public engagement has on the construction toll road. Results of this study underscore the importance of participatory public project planning and implementation on project outcomes and impact. Specifically, results of the study showed that public disengagement in the construction of road toll impacts public perception [during the project preconstruction and construction stages; willingness to accept change in land use change that is necessary to realize the project; and ultimately the social impact of similar project. Study results are valuable inputs into decision making process on the need for participatory infrastructure development to enhance project acceptability, effectiveness and social impact; the importance of good development planning that involves taking into consideration all the scenarios during the implementation phase.
Sociología ¿por qué?, ¿para qué? y ¿cómo?
Authors: Ímaz Gispert Carlos , Flores Medel Alejandro
Published: September 2019

Presentación de la revista Acta Sociológica #78
Formar y enseñar Sociología: la flexibilidad de la teoría y el valor diferencial de la mirada sociológica
Authors: Cuéllar Vázquez Angélica , Navarro Ardoy Luis
Published: September 2019

El objetivo en este artículo es reflexionar sobre la formación de profesionales en Sociología en la Facultad de Ciencias Políticas y Sociales de la unam. En primer lugar, se presenta un recorrido breve sobre la historia de la Facultad junto con datos de ingreso, egreso y titulación de la licenciatura en Sociología y de sus planes de estudios. En segundo lugar, se argumenta la idea de la flexibilidad de teorías y conceptos y su conexión con la investigación empírica, preferiblemente y para despertar el interés de los alumnos, repensándola hacia el análisis de situaciones y problemáticas del mundo actual, cada vez más precario, provisional, ansioso de novedades, interconectado y, con frecuencia, agotador. En tercer lugar, y frente a la Sociología espontánea, se exponen algunos principios fundamentales o “estándares comunes” de la mirada sociológica, su valor diferencial, que serán presentados como propuestas de habilidades básicas en la formación de los alumnos
La sociología en el horizonte del Antropoceno
Authors: Rubio Carriquiriborde Ignacio
Published: September 2019

Este ensayo discute la posición de la sociología en el contexto actual de crisis socio ambiental. Partiendo de una delimitación amplia de la sociología del riesgo, el texto explora una de sus ramificaciones, la sociología del riesgo de desastre, en la cual emergen los problemas de sentido que plantea el modelo comprensivo del mundo al que las ciencias de la tierra han denominado “Antropoceno”. Se plantea que, en la formulación de dicho modelo, los desastres y el riesgo resultan asuntos fundamentales sobre los que la sociología ha desarrollado un importante acervo de conocimiento. Se avanza entonces hacia una definición reflexiva del quehacer de la disciplina, para finalmente, subrayar la vigencia y riqueza de la sociología en el quehacer de la ciencia contemporánea.
Sentir la sociología en la FCPyS de la UNAM
Authors: Navarro Ardoy Luis
Published: September 2019

Sentir la Sociología en la FCPyS
Alternativas sustentáveis ao uso intensivo de agrotóxicos na agricultura brasileira
Authors: Castro Jefferson Pereira da Silva , De Benedicto Samuel Carvalho , Sugahara Cibele Roberta , Silva Filho Cândido Ferreira da
Published: September 2019

O uso demasiado de agrotóxicos na agricultura, partindo da escolha de substâncias, quantidade e qualidade nem sempre leva em consideradção os danos gerados para a saúde, sociedade e ecossistemas. Este trabalho objetiva discutir sobre o uso permissivo de agrotóxicos no Brasil e apontar consequências geradas para os ecosistemas envolvidos. A partir da metodologia da pesquisa bibliográfica o trabalho permite indicar alterantivas que podem subsidiar condições mais sustentáveis para o agronegócio brasileiro. A tecnologia de precisão e a agroecologia aplicadas à produção agrícola minimizam os impactos negativos ao meio ambiente e à sociedade. Os resultados sugerem que a efetividade de discussões políticas sobre os níveis de componentes agrotóxicos usados na agricultura brasileira é essencial para a proposição de regulamentação e práticas que resultem em um agroecossistema produtivo e ecologicamente responsável. No entanto, a permissividade do Estado brasileiro quanto ao uso de substâncias agroquímicas parece gerar problemas imensuráveis para a flora e fauna. No Brasil, a concessão de isenções fiscais e tributárias para a comercialização de alguns agrotóxicos que são banidos na União Européia denota a pouca importância dada às implicações para a saúde humana e para o bioma brasileiro.
Serviço de proteção e atendimento especializado a famílias de Florianópolis: um levantamento racial
Authors: BOTEGA GISELY PEREIRA , DOS SANTOS PAMELA CRISTINA
Published: September 2019

Este artigo tem como objetivo refletir sobre a produção de dados estatísticos referentes ao quesito raça/cor, do ano de 2016, realizados por psicólogos e assistentes sociais de um serviço de Proteção e Atendimento Especializado a Famílias e Indivíduos (PAEFI) situado dentro do Centro de Referência de Assistência Social (CREAS) localizado na Grande Florianópolis. Assim. mapeamos as marcações de raça/cor através estatísticas produzidas mensalmente pelos profissionais deste serviço, os quais priorizam uma abordagem de trabalho psicossocial frente os direitos violados de crianças, adolescentes e suas famílias. Os resultados apontam para uma ausência desta marcação quantitativa nas estatísticas sugerindo um processo de invisibilidade diante as questões raciais que podem produzir violências em diferentes contextos.
Introduction -- Broadening Teacher Candidates’ Horizons: An Introduction to the Teacher Education Reciprocal Learning Program
Authors: Xu Shijing
Published: September 2019

The Teacher Education Reciprocal Learning Program (RLP) is a collaborative initiative between the University of Windsor (UW), Canada, Southwest University (SWU), China, in partnership with Greater Essex County District School Board and Chinese schools associated with SWU.  The program, founded in 2010 through SWU Teacher Education fund and UW Strategic Priority Fund with in-kind contributions from Greater Essex County District School Board, is designed to provide an exceptional experience with international engagement, to broaden teacher candidates’ horizons for a society of increasing diversity, to foster international collaboration among faculty members who are interested in cross-cultural studies and multicultural education, and to enhance the international reputation of the University of Windsor (Xu, 2011a). The RLP is one of the foundational programs which provide research contexts and settings for the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Partnership Grant Project entitled “Reciprocal Learning in Teacher Education and School Education between Canada and China” (Xu & Connelly, 2013-2020).
A Narrative Inquiry of the Influence of Canadian Pre-Service Teachers’ Chinese Language Learning on Cross-Cultural Learning Through Reciprocal Learning
Authors: Deng Yuhan
Published: September 2019

Cross-cultural experience plays a very important role to the growth of pre-service teachers. This narrative study explored Canadian pre-service teachers’ Chinese language learning and their cross-cultural experiences in China related to participating in a three-month international program between a university in Canada and a university in China. This study focuses on four participants’ Chinese foreign language learning and how their Chinese learning influenced their cross-cultural learning when being immersed in a Chinese language environment. The findings show that the pre-service teachers not only developed a basic level of oral language proficiency, but also developed a higher language tolerance for the learners who are non-native speakers of English. In addition, through learning Chinese, the pre-service teachers learned more about Chinese culture and developed an appreciation of different cultures which helped them develop better perceptions and attitudes toward multicultural education in Canada.
Reflections of an Ontario Student Teacher in Scotland: Cultural Language and Cross-Cultural Classroom Management
Authors: Gayowsky Alexandra
Published: September 2019

A new teacher in her initial teacher education (ITE) program is focused on curriculum content, classroom management and pedagogy, and this perspective does not change despite a variation in the cultural context (Hassaram, Robertson, & Garcia, 2019). “Reflections of an Ontario Student Teacher in Scotland” is a narrative of raw, qualitative reflexive data composed during a one-week period of ITE practice teaching placement in Northern Scotland (Clarà, Mauri, Colomina, & Onrubia, 2019). The English teacher-narrator identifies the language differences, comparative abilities in writing, and those one-on-one connections between student teacher and pupils that allow for a rewarding reciprocal learning experience in first year classroom management and teaching.
Diversificación de itinerarios de evaluación en Educación Superior. Una propuesta colaborativa de innovación educativa
Authors: Martos Garcia Daniel , Valencia Peris Alexandra , Miñana Signes Vicente , Atienza Gago Rodrigo , Monforte Casañ Enric
Published: September 2019

La sociedad en general y la educación en particular demandan nuevas formas de plantear el proceso de enseñanza y aprendizaje que deben estar en consonancia con los actuales paradigmas educativos y con las demandas sociales. Una estrategia de cambio a adoptar es la implementación de innovaciones educativas de forma colaborativa. En este caso, se describe un sistema de evaluación dividido en tres itinerarios en función del grado de asistencia del alumnado: formativo, mixto y final. Esta experiencia ha supuesto una excelente oportunidad para tomar conciencia sobre la evaluación y para reflexionar de forma crítica y colaborativa sobre nuestra labor docente.
Cuando el cuerpo “toma cuerpo” en un aula de educación infantil
Authors: Rodríguez Morante Cristina , Martinez Alvarez Lucio
Published: September 2019

Las aulas de infantil componen un sistema social complejo en el que desde el primer día de escolaridad se van formando en paralelo la identidad propia de cada uno de sus miembros y las relaciones que entre ellos se establecen. Por otro lado, la naturaleza que define a los niños y niñas de 3 años es su cuerpo y el movimiento. Sin embargo, en no pocas ocasiones la escuela pasar por alto esta naturaleza y lo intelectual gana terreno a lo corporal. Ser consciente de ello permite articular espacios y tiempos en la jornada escolar para responder a esta necesidad.En este artículo presentamos una forma de responder a esta necesidad, centrada en el masaje entre iguales. Partimos de la importancia del tacto como generador de bienestar físico y emocional, así como de la realidad de que en el aula de infantil es imposible que no se dé el contacto entre iguales y que éste se convierte en foco de conflicto en bastantes ocasiones. Así pues, el contacto con el otro lo convertimos en objeto de aprendizaje y de disfrute en el día a día del aula.
Orientaciones para el diseño de escenarios para la exploración motriz en educación infantil
Authors: García-Monge Alfonso , Abardía Colás Francisco
Published: September 2019

Los materiales y espacios condicionan nuestra acción, de manera que se pueden diseñar escenarios para la práctica motora organizados en función de ciertas intencionalidades educativas. En este artículo mostramos algunas orientaciones para posibilitar la multiplicación de posibilidades de acción, así como la progresión en dificultad en las diferentes habilidades.
Evaluación de la organización espacial de un aula desde la perspectiva de un grupo de estudiantes universitarios/as: un estudio de caso
Authors: Álvarez Díaz Katia , Márquez Díaz José Ramón , Franco-Morales Freddy
Published: September 2019

Este estudio es reflejo de la acuciante necesidad de la calidad e innovación de la práctica educativa en la formación del alumnado, donde la variable organizativa de toda acción pedagógica se considera un proceso complejo que sostiene la consideración de numerosos elementos: recursos, momentos y espacios en los que se desarrollan los procesos de enseñanza aprendizaje. El objetivo de la investigación es evaluar la organización espacial de un aula desde la perspectiva de un grupo de estudiantes universitarios/as. Para ello, durante el curso académico 2017/2018, a través de una metodología de corte cualitativo, se examina el caso de un aula universitaria. Se toma una muestra de 35 estudiantes. Para ello, se emplean diversas técnicas de investigación: entrevistas semiestructuradas y observación participante. Los resultados indican que, en general, la organización espacial del centro y, en particular, del aula ejerce un papel activo en todo proceso de enseñanza aprendizaje. En este sentido, la didáctica y la organización espacial deben unificarse para el correcto desarrollo integral del alumnado.
Autoevaluación y evaluación compartida a través del uso de rúbricas. Una experiencia en educación primaria
Authors: Atienza Gago Rodrigo , Valencia Peris Alexandra
Published: September 2019

En este trabajo se describe y analiza una experiencia de evaluación alternativa llevada a cabo con instrumentos de autoevaluación. La propuesta se llevó a cabo en un grupo de 4º de Primaria de 28 estudiantes, concretamente, en la asignatura Lengua Castellana y Literatura. Para evaluar al alumnado se empleó la ficha de autoevaluación del tema (al finalizar cada unidad didáctica) y la rúbrica de autoevaluación de actitudes en clase (al finalizar cada trimestre) a partir de criterios de evaluación consensuados con el alumnado. El proceso se ha acompañado de un diálogo permanente entre maestro y estudiantes en los casos de disparidad de opinión. Una vez analizada la experiencia, se concluye que se trata de una práctica que satisface tanto al docente como a los discentes y que es transferible a cualquier otra materia o etapa educativa una vez se adapten los criterios de evaluación utilizados.
La evaluación formativa y compartida en Educación Infantil. Consecuencias del uso de dos metodologías diferentes
Authors: Fernández Garcimartín Carla , López Pastor Víctor Manuel , Pascual Arias Cristina
Published: September 2019

Este trabajo muestra una experiencia de aplicación de un sistema de evaluación formativa y compartida en un aula de segundo de educación infantil. Se ha llevado a cabo durante el Prácticum II del grado de educación infantil, con una duración de tres meses. Se han realizado dos intervenciones en el aula, cada una con una metodología diferente. La experiencia se analizará para comprobar en qué tipo de metodología es más coherente en la aplicación de la evaluación formativa y compartida. A la hora de desarrollar este sistema de evaluación se han utilizado las siguientes técnicas e instrumentos de obtención de datos: (a) técnicas: observación participante, evaluación entre iguales, reflexión docente, evaluación compartida y entrevistas individuales; (b) instrumentos: cuaderno del profesor, fichas de seguimiento grupal, ficha de evaluación entre iguales, diario del profesor, rúbrica de aprendizaje y escala graduada. En el congreso se presentarán los resultados totales encontrados.
Actualización de los instrumentos de evaluación de las prácticas escolares: coordinación entre servicios provinciales, servicios de inspección y facultades de Huesca y Teruel
Authors: Aibar Solana Alberto , Ramo Garzarán Rosario Marta , Vázquez Toledo Sandra , Pérez Castejón David , Liesa Orús Marta , Abarca-Sos Alberto
Published: September 2019

Dado que las prácticas escolares son un componente fundamental en la formación inicial del profesorado, el objetivo de esta propuesta fue el de revisar, reflexionar y actualizar los documentos e instrumentos de evaluación y calificación de las Prácticas Escolares I, II y III en los Grados de Magisterio en Educación Infantil y Magisterio en Educación Primaria. Un grupo de trabajo interprovincial (Huesca-Teruel) de diferentes agentes educativos (administración e inspección educativa, maestros tutores, coordinadores de prácticas de la universidad y profesores universitarios) desarrolló el trabajo durante el curso 18-19. Se siguió un proceso democrático y participativo con los diferentes agentes de la comunidad educativa que derivó en la construcción de nuevas herramientas de evaluación para los tres periodos de prácticas escolares generalistas que serán aplicadas y evaluadas durante el curso 19-20.
Seminario de formación permanente internivelar sobre evaluación formativa y compartida
Authors: Pascual Arias Cristina , López-Pastor Víctor Manuel
Published: September 2019

En esta comunicación exponemos la experiencia del Seminario Internivelar de Evaluación Formativa y Compartida. Presentamos las diferentes fases de trabajo del seminario durante estos dos cursos, donde los docentes a través de ciclos de investigación-acción mejoran su práctica docente. También presentamos los primeros resultados y conclusiones, las cuales indican que el seminario ayuda a mejorar la práctica de los docentes, el aprendizaje de los alumnos y ayuda a mejorar progresivamente el propio proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje. A través del aprendizaje colaborativo que se produce en el seminario se fomenta el desarrollo conjunto de competencias profesionales.
Validación de un instrumento para la valoración de la globalidad de los estándares curriculares: estudio de caso del currículo de Educación Física en Andalucía
Authors: Otero-Saborido Fernando , Vázquez-Ramos Francisco Javier
Published: September 2019

Los currículos por competencias han abanderado la legislación educativa en los últimos años. No obstante, se aprecia una contradicción entre la perspectiva globalista de estos currículos y la excesiva estandarización y operativización de los referentes evaluativos. Por ello, el objetivo de este trabajo fue diseñar y validar un instrumento que valorara el grado de globalidad de los referentes evaluativos tomando como muestra el currículo de Educación Física de Primaria en Andalucía. Fruto de la validación de contenido, se diseñó un instrumento con tres dimensiones: conceptual, motriz y socio-actitudinal. Los resultados obtenidos muestran una alta fiabilidad del instrumento medida a través de la concordancia del índice Kappa de Cohen (Conceptual: 0.947; Motriz: 0,952; Socio-actitudinal: 0.954).
Evaluar y calificar en Plástica. Una experiencia de éxito en Educación Primaria
Authors: Mediero González Aroa
Published: September 2019

El trabajo presenta una experiencia de éxito puesta en práctica en dos clases de 6º curso de Educación Primaria en el área de Plástica. Ante la dificultad para evaluar y calificar en esta asignatura, se ha realizado un estudio en el que se han manejado instrumentos para evaluar y calificar a los alumnos a lo largo de dos trimestres. El estudio muestra los instrumentos empleados por el docente y principalmente por el alumnado en este proceso: diarios y rúbricas para la evaluación y escalas graduadas para la calificación. El resultado del estudio muestra la utilidad y beneficio de estos instrumentos en las clases de Plástica.
Aprendiendo a evaluar desde las artes plásticas en el segundo ciclo de Educación Infantil
Authors: Del Río Fenández Pilar
Published: September 2019

En la etapa de Infantil la evaluación ha de usarse como referente para identificar los propios intereses de cada niño y observar las dificultades que tienen, por ello mis alumnos de la Facultad de Ciencias de la Educación en el Grado de Educación Infantil propusieron distintas técnicas de evaluación para poder valorar el aprendizaje artístico de sus alumnos. Se centraron en el segundo ciclo, con niños de 5 a 6 años, y observaron cómo aprendían en su primer acercamiento a las Artes Plástica. Basaron su evaluación en el uso de distintas herramientas, como fueron: el diario, las listas de control, los anecdotarios, etc., que les ayudaban a observar cómo los niños en estas primeras edades eran capaces de adquirir destrezas de aprendizajes tanto artísticas como expresivas, creativas y sociales.
Tertulias curriculares dialógicas en el grado de Magisterio en Educación Infantil en la Universidad de Cantabria
Authors: Pérez-Gutiérrez Mikel , Salceda Mesa Marifa , Castanedo Alonso José Manuel
Published: September 2019

El presente trabajo describe la implementación de Tertulias Curriculares Dialógicas en la asignatura “Didáctica de la Educación Física” del Grado en Magisterio en Educación Infantil de la Universidad de Cantabria, como actuación educativa de éxito para la construcción colectiva de conocimiento a través de los principios del aprendizaje dialógico. Además, se aplica una evaluación formativa y compartida tras cada tertulia con el objetivo de analizar el compromiso y participación del alumnado en su propio proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje. Esta experiencia pretende mejorar la calidad de la formación inicial del futuro profesorado a través de su fundamentación en evidencias científicas, el aprendizaje dialógico y las interacciones que se producen entre el alumnado.
La programación didáctica y su evaluación formativa en la asignatura Fundamentos y Estrategias Didácticas de la Educación Musical. Una buena práctica en la Universidad de Valladolid
Authors: Cortón de las Heras María De la O , Carabias Galindo David , Monreal Guerrero Inés María
Published: September 2019

En este trabajo se presenta una buena práctica de aprendizaje y de evaluación formativa llevada a cabo en el Doble Grado en Educación Infantil y Primaria de la Universidad de Valladolid. Los y las 41 estudiantes que cursaron en 2018-2019 la asignatura “Fundamentos y estrategias didácticas de la Educación Musical” diseñaron y elaboraron una unidad didáctica en grupo con el fin de aprender a programar competencialmente. Durante el proceso de aprendizaje el alumnado empleó la autoevaluación y la evaluación por pares para conocer el nivel de adquisición de las competencias profesionales. Las valoraciones realizadas por las estudiantes, relacionadas con la experiencia, han sido relevantes: una amplia mayoría la considera innovadora, efectiva, y la calificación sobre la misma es más justa que con otros sistemas de evaluación.
Participación de los alumnos en sus procesos de evaluación. Una experiencia de autoevaluación y autocalificación en la tutoría de Educación Primaria
Authors: Herranz Sancho Marcos
Published: September 2019

El objeto principal de esta experiencia es llevar a cabo un sistema de evaluación y calificación en el que los alumnos tengan un papel activo y destacado, asuman responsabilidad en dichos procesos y aprendan a utilizar los instrumentos de evaluación en su beneficio para obtener más aprendizajes. La metodología de investigación que se ha utilizado ha sido cualitativa y se ha realizado mediante un estudio de caso longitudinal a lo largo de un curso escolar completo con los mismos alumnos. Se han utilizado las técnicas de la autoevaluación, la evaluación compartida, la autocalificación y la calificación dialogada entre los alumnos y el profesor. Los resultados han mostrado que los alumnos han sabido participar muy bien en sus procesos de evaluación y calificación sabiendo utilizar la información que les han aportado los instrumentos de evaluación. Todo ello ha contribuido a mejorar el clima de clase.
Evaluación formativa y compartida. procesos de autoevaluación y autocalificación en 1º de Educación Primaria. Una experiencia de gamificación para el área de Matemáticas
Authors: Fernández Amaya Silvia
Published: September 2019

La experiencia educativa que presentamos demuestra cómo la evaluación formativa y compartida influye positivamente en los procesos de enseñanza y aprendizaje del alumnado de Educación Primaria en el área de Matemáticas. La metodología de investigación ha sido cualitativa y se ha realizado mediante un estudio de caso longitudinal durante dos trimestres escolares con los mismos alumnos. Hemos utilizado las técnicas de la evaluación compartida, autoevaluación, coevaluación, autocalificación y calificación dialogada entre los alumnos y el profesor. Los resultados reflejan la viabilidad de este sistema de evaluación y calificación con alumnos de Educación Primaria, que el error es utilizado como herramienta de aprendizaje,  y que favorece el pensamiento reflexivo del alumnado.
La participación de los estudiantes en el proceso de evaluación: una experiencia en el aula universitaria
Authors: Sonlleva Velasco Miriam
Published: September 2019

La experiencia que presentamos trata de mostrar cómo se ha llevado a cabo un sistema de evaluación formativa en la asignatura de Educación para la Paz y la Igualdad, del Programa de Estudios Conjunto de Grado en Educación Infantil y Primaria de la Facultad de Educación de Segovia. Dos rasgos caracterizan esta experiencia: la participación del alumnado en el sistema de evaluación y la labor del docente como guía y acompañante del aprendizaje. Los resultados no solo muestran cómo la puesta en práctica de sistemas de evaluación formativa en el nivel universitario repercute de forma positiva en las calificaciones de los estudiantes, sino también la incidencia de esta forma de evaluar en la adquisición de competencias por parte de los docentes en formación y en su formación en los contenidos de la materia.