bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Work Stress of Public Primary School Teachers at Jerash Governorate and its ‎Relationship to their Professional Roles
Authors: Harahsheh Eman Ibrahim"Mohammad Ali" , Elimat Saleh Nasser , Abu Dalbouh Musa Abdel Karim 
Published: February 2025

The study aimed to reveal the work stresses of public basic school teachers in ‎Jerash Governorate and its relationship to their professional roles. The researcher used the descriptive correlational Methodology. For collecting data, the researcher developed a questionnaire after detecting the validity and reliability. The sample of the study is‎consisted of (467) public principals and teachers schools, The results showed that the level of work stress ‎and professional roles among public basic school teachers in Jerash Governorate came to ‎a large degree, and there was a positive correlation with statistical significance between ‎the estimates of the study sample on the items of the work stress scale combined. And ‎their estimates on the items of the scale of professional roles taken together. In light ‎of the results, the study recommended reducing work stress on basic school teachers ‎through the appointment of trained teaching and administrative cadres that contribute ‎to carry out the tasks and responsibilities entrusted to them.
The Practicing Degree of Gifted School Principals for Transformational Leadership within the Green -Line and its Relationship with Job Creativity among Teachers
Authors: Abu Elhija Najwa Fathi , Ashour Mohammad Ali 
Published: February 2025

The study aimed to identify the degree of the practicing transformational leadership by principals of gifted schools within the Green Line and its relationship to job creativity among teachers. The descriptive correlational methodology was used, and the questionnaire was a tool for collecting data after ensuring its validity and reliability, as it was applied to a simple accessible sample consisting of (300) principals and teachers. The results of the study showed that the degree of practicing transformational leadership by principals of gifted schools within the Green Line was high. It was found that means of the level of job creativity among teachers of gifted schools within the Green Line from the point of view of principals and teachers were very high, and the results showed that there was a positive correlation and moderate, and statistically significant at the level of (α = 0.05) between the degree of practicing transformational leadership by principals of gifted schools within the Green line, and to the level of job creativity among teachers.
Proposed Standards for the Development of the National and Civic Education Curriculum for the Basic Stage in Light of the Outputs of the Political Reform Committee in the Field of Education and Political Upbringing in Jordan
Authors: Alhunaity Manar salah kalaf , Al-Dolat Adnan Salem Falah 
Published: February 2025

The study aimed to propose standards for the national and civic education curriculum for the basic educational stage in light of the outputs of the Political Reform Committee in Jordan in the field of education and political upbringing. The first is to present the list to the members of the Jordanian national team, to supervise the national and civic education curriculum, while the second source is to present the list to the authors of the Jordanian curricula, experts and specialized university professors. as an indicator, and in light of the results the study recommended, the necessity of adopting the proposed standards and their indicators to be one of the reference documents for the development and enrichment of the detective documents in order to ensure the integration of the outputs of the Political Reform Committee in the field of political education and upbringing with its various dimensions in the Jordanian curricula.
The Causes of Reading and Writing Weakness among the Students of the First Three Grades in Southern Shouneh District and the Ways of Addressing them from their Female Teachers Point of View
Authors: Abu_Al-Ghanem Ettaf Salem Mustafa 
Published: February 2025

The study aimed at identifing the causes of reading and writing weakness among the students of the first three grades in Southern Shouneh District and the ways of addressing them from the female teachers’ point of view. The study used the descriptive survey approach. The study population consisted of all teachers of the first three grades, (130) teachers. The sample was a stratified random sample consisted of (102) teachers. A 36-item with four dimensions questionnaire was developed: causes related to the teacher, causes related to the student, causes related to the school administration, and causes related to the family.
The findings of the study showed that the degree of the teachers’ appreciation of the reasons of reading and writing weakness was medium for all the reasons. The results also revealed a significant differences in the variable of the educational qualification in favor of graduate studies, and no significant differences in years of experience variable for all dimensios, the researcher developed the ways to address weakness from the teachers’ point of view, and the most important: reducing the number of students per class to no more (20) students, cooperating with educational supervisors to hold workshops and training programs that teach teachers the correct methods for diagnosing students’ reading and writing weakness, and to raise awareness of the national strategy for developing reading skills in the Arabic language.
Quality improvement analysis in a pharmacy skills laboratory course to enhance student pharmacists’ education
Authors: Caldas Lauren , Donohoe Krista , Wagner Tyler , Rohatgi Simran , Salgado Teresa 
Published: February 2025

Background: When students are admitted to pharmacy school, the intention is for an equitable learning environment. However, students with prior pharmacy work experience may be at an advantage in their pharmacy education compared to those without.
Objective: To assess the changes made to a skills laboratory course to resolve unintended inequities in course marks between students with and without prior pharmacy work experience.
Methods: This retrospective, observational, cross-sectional study assessed the impact of previous pharmacy work experience on the outcomes of five class cohorts on scores from: The top 300 exam, pharmacy dispensing activities, and overall marks Course improvements included team dispensing activities and increasing marked prescriptions from nine to fifteen. Wilcoxon ranked sum test and multivariable logistic regression were used to assess the relationship between prior work experience and course outcomes.
Results: Over 50% of students in all cohorts had pharmacy work experience. Bivariate analysis showed no significant differences in Top 300 marks or dispensing activity marks between students with and without prior experience, except in Fall 2020.
Conclusion: Unintended course inequities were addressed through modifications that fostered teamwork among students with diverse work experiences and increased the number of dispensing activities.
Establishing Special Interest Groups (SIGs) as a conceptual educational tool to enhance competencies in pharmaceutical scenarios
Authors: Ruba John Bryan , Vella-Szijj Janis , Serracino-Inglott Anthony 
Published: February 2025

Background: Continuous research and collaboration are vital for advancing pharmacy practitioners’ competencies. This paper explores the role of pharmacist special interest groups (SIGs) as educational tools and learning models for competency development. Deviating from the traditional structure of empirical research papers, it discusses the current state of continuous professional development (CPD) in pharmacy and the potential of SIGs in enhancing learning for pharmacy professionals.
Methods: Concepts on the contribution of SIGs to competency enhancement were identified by analysing 14 articles selected from established databases, including Google Scholar, PubMed, and ProQuest.
Results: Pharmacists’ roles have evolved to prioritise patient care, leading to new specialisations and a demand for advanced skills. Comprising professionals and students, SIGs offer opportunities for learning, networking, and collaboration. However, barriers to participation, such as time constraints and unclear benefits, highlight the need for flexible and well-organised groups.
Conclusion: SIGs address specific interests and can enhance CPD progammes, supporting competency development and framework evolution in the pharmaceutical field. They are proposed as educational tools to address professionals’ needs, although further research is required to validate their effectiveness. Establishing future focus groups could sustain, enhance, and advance the roles of SIGs.
Impact of proctored examinations on students' performance in an online undergraduate pharmacology course
Authors: Speth Jeffery , Burr Justin 
Published: February 2025

Background: Previous studies on assessment techniques in education have observed that students tend to take longer and score higher on unproctored exams than proctored exams in some disciplines.
Objective: To investigate the impact of a post-pandemic return to proctored examinations on student performance in undergraduate pharmacology education.
Methods: This was a quantitative, retrospective, observational study in which exam scores and time spent data were collected for two sections – one unproctored and one proctored – of an online 2000-level introduction to pharmacology course. Data between the two groups was compared using independent two-sample t-tests to investigate any statistically significant differences. Cohen’s d was calculated for effect size.
Results: In aggregate, exam scores were statistically higher in the unproctored group than in the proctored group. Student time spent on exams was significantly longer in the unproctored group than in the proctored group.
Conclusion: These findings support the consideration that students score higher and spend more time on unproctored exams than proctored exams in undergraduate pharmacology similar to many other disciplines. The explanation for this observation is likely multifactorial and may warrant further investigation.
Safety Assessment on the Safety and Efficacy of 25-Hydroxycholecalciferol (25-OH-D3) Produced by a Genetically Modified Strain of Saccharomyces Cerevisiae SC0639 as a Feed Additive for All Ruminants (RP1317)
Authors:   Food Standards Agency,   Food Standards Scotland
Published: February 2025

An application was submitted to the Food Standards Agency (FSA) in October 2021 from DSM Nutritional Products Ltd (‘the applicant’) for the new use (extension of species) of an additive containing 25-hydroxycholecalciferol (25-OH-D3) produced by a genetically modified strain of Saccharomyces cerevisiae SC0639, under the category ‘nutritional additive’, functional group ‘vitamins, pro-vitamins and chemically well-defined substances having a similar effect’. The applicant seeks an extension of use from chickens for fattening, turkeys for fattening, other poultry and pigs to include all ruminants. The additive is proposed to be used at an inclusion rate of 100 µg/kg of feed (corresponding to 4000 IU vitamin D3/kg feed). To support the FSA and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) in evaluating the dossier, the Advisory Committee on Animal Feedingstuffs (ACAF) were asked to review the dossier and the supplementary information from the applicant. The FSA/FSS concluded, based on the ACAF’s advice, that the additive was correctly identified and characterised using whole genome sequencing, and upon receiving additional information, members were satisfied with the manufacturing process. Stability was determined to depend on the manufacturer and the composition of the stabilised form. The additive was also concluded to be homogeneously distributed in complete feed for turkeys. No further concerns were raised relating to identity. The ACAF concluded that the additive is safe for the target species, the consumer and the environment. The additive is not an irritant to skin or eyes but should be treated as potentially harmful if inhaled and as a potential skin sensitiser. Upon receipt of further information relating to the inclusion rate of the additive, the ACAF concluded that the inclusion of the additive demonstrates similar effects on performance parameters when compared to vitamin D3. The Committee therefore concluded that the additive is effective in raising serum/plasma 25-OH-D3 levels in comparison with vitamin D3 for ruminants when used according to the proposed conditions of use. The views of ACAF have been taken into account in the safety assessment which represents the opinion of the FSA and FSS.
indicadores de la ventaja competitiva de Pymes dirigidas por mujeres del área metropolitana de Monterrey
Authors: Aguilar Villarreal Arlethe Yarí , Suárez Herrera Fátima Paulina , Elizondo Villarreal Ana Sofía , Mendoza García Francisco Javier 
Published: February 2025

Esta investigación busca identificar los indicadores que influyen en la ventaja competitiva de las pymes de servicio dirigidas por mujeres en Monterrey, Nuevo León, México. Se diseñó un instrumento de medición para evaluar como variables el nivel de educación de la mujer líder, los tipos de servicios de la pyme y el tipo de liderazgo de la mujer. Se realizó con una muestra de 95 pymes, se utilizó el análisis ANOVA. Se concluye que la ventaja competitiva de las pymes está influenciada por la escolaridad de la mujer líder y su relación con la pyme, por el estilo de liderazgo que ejerce, por el estado financiero, por el tipo de empresa y por la eficiencia en las operaciones de las pymes.
Abstract
This research aims to identify the indicators that influence the competitive advantage of services offered by SMEs led by women in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico. An instrument was designed to measure variables such as the educational level of women leaders, their leadership style, and the type of service provided by the SMEs. A sample consisting of 95 SMEs was analyzed by ANOVA which led us to the conclusion that the competitive advantage of SMEs is influenced by the educational level of women leaders and its relationship to SMEs, leadership style, financial status, business activity and SME’s operational efficiency.
Gender, Climate Change and Herder Farmer Conflicts: How Far Has SDGs 1,2,3,13,15 & 16 Addressed the Crises in Southern Kaduna, Nigeria?
Authors: Adebajo Adeola Aderayo , Atobatele Abolaji Jamiu , Bello Olaide Wasiu , Dele-dada Moyosoluwa 
Published: February 2025

Objective: The research is intended to interrogate the remote causes of problems arising from these concepts and to also proffering lasting solutions, taking Southern Kaduna as a study. However, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2 and 13 that underscore hunger and climatic change to needs to be activated to address crises between farmers and the herders. While gender advocacy for equal treatment has gained popular support in the south, unfavorable climate change has reconfigured the life pattern of the southern Kaduna residents, in great manner that has affected their herding and grassing for cattle as their economic survival.

Theoretical framework: This study adopted the relative deprivation theory as a framework for analysis. This theory was espoused by the likes of Davis (1959), Runciman (1966), Karl Polanyi among others. Relative deprivation explains the lack of resources as the reason for conflicts in the society.

Methods: It adopted descriptive methodology in its data where secondary data was garnered from journals, publications, internet, Newspapers etc.

Findings: Revealed that severe climate conditions terribly aggravated lands degradation, leading to decline in food, water and for survival of the cattle in Southern Kaduna, to which the quest for better grazing land leads to conflicts between the herders and farmers.

Conclusion: The study recommended that sustainable ranches in Nigeria be revived with adequate facilities to minimize the effects of climate change through climate adaption mechanism as done in the western world.
Lampang Carriages: Driving Creative Tourism Through the Power of Storytelling Media
Authors: Karapan Ratchapan , Susuwan Panot , Chokpiriyawat Thanuset , Munsub Yingpong , Sangkakorn Korawan , Porpalee Thuchakorn 
Published: February 2025

Objectives: This study aimed to develop a storytelling video series focused on the Lampang horse carriage to highlight its role in promoting creative tourism. The project sought to enhance cultural engagement, preserve local heritage, and contribute to sustainable tourism development through audiovisual storytelling.

Theoretical Framework: Narrative Theory and Aesthetic Theory guided the study. Narrative Theory structured the storytelling elements to ensure engaging and meaningful content, while Aesthetic Theory shaped the visual and sensory aspects to maximize appeal. These frameworks ensured that the videos effectively conveyed both emotional and cultural significance.

Method: A mixed-methods approach was employed, integrating documentary research, interviews, focus groups, and fieldwork studies. Documentary research provided historical and cultural context, while interviews with carriage drivers and local residents contributed authentic perspectives. Focus groups offered feedback on storytelling and visual elements, and fieldwork studies captured real-life experiences to enhance authenticity.

Results and Discussion: The project resulted in eight video chapters (First Contact, The Important, The Elements, The Next Generation, The Souvenir, Horse Trainer, Charioteer Trainer, and Charioteer Forever), distributed via a dedicated YouTube channel. These videos strengthened Lampang’s cultural identity, supported heritage preservation, and increased awareness of horse carriages as a symbol of creative tourism. The integration of storytelling and aesthetic elements contributed to viewer engagement and knowledge dissemination.

Research Implications: This study highlights the effectiveness of storytelling media in promoting creative tourism and cultural sustainability. It offers a model for leveraging digital platforms to preserve intangible heritage while fostering social and economic benefits for local communities.

Originality/Value: The research introduces an innovative approach to creative tourism, utilizing digital storytelling to enhance cultural heritage appreciation. It provides valuable insights into the intersection of tourism, storytelling, and digital media and offers a replicable model for other cultural heritage sites.
Foreign Language Enjoyment as a Mediator Between Academic Resilience and WTC: Implications for Quality Education (SDG 4)
Authors: Huang Tingting , Halim Hazlina Abdul , Jalaluddin Ilyana Binti 
Published: February 2025

Objective: The objective of this study is to investigate the relationships among academic resilience (AR), foreign language enjoyment (FLE), and second language willingness to communicate (L2 WTC), with the aim of emphasising emotional and psychological factors in enhancing language learning, in alignment with SDG 4: Quality Education.

Theoretical Framework: In this topic, the main concepts and theories that underpin the research are presented. The Model of Motivation and the Broad-and-Build Theory (BBT) of positive emotions stand out, providing a solid basis for understanding the context of the investigation.

Method: The methodology adopted for this research comprises a quantitative approach, with data collected through a questionnaire administered to 306 undergraduates. Correlation, regression, and mediation analyses were employed to assess the relationships among AR, FLE, and L2 WTC.

Results and Discussion: The results obtained revealed significant correlations between AR, FLE, and L2 WTC. These findings are interpreted through BBT, highlighting how positive emotions foster resilience and communication willingness. Limitations, including convenience sampling and the cross-sectional design, are also discussed.

Research Implications: The practical and theoretical implications are discussed, offering insights on L2 learning practices by fostering supportive environments and positive emotional experiences, contributing to quality education.

Originality/Value: This study contributes to the literature by exploring FLE as a mediator between AR and L2 WTC in the Chinese second language acquisition context, with potential to influence both theoretical advancements in Positive Psychology and practical L2 teaching strategies, supporting the global agenda for SDG 4.
Controlling Participant Behavior in Psychological Modeling Experiments: Contributions to Research Sustainability and Impact on The SDG
Authors: Hovhannisyan Sahak , Avanesyan Hrant , Papoyan Seda , Lokyan Arsen 
Published: February 2025

Objective: the aim of the study is to examine the psychological characteristics of individuals involved in modeling experiments (both experimenters and participants) and approaches to managing their behavior for more effective planning of experiments in future.

Theoretical framework: the methodogical principles of systemic approach (analyzing complex phenomena by studying the interrelations between various components as a whole) and determinism (the assumption that all behaviors have a specific cause) were adopted to this study. The main theory which was taken into account is a “simulation era” term by Stephan Hartmann(1996).

Methods: the theoretical review of modeling experiment and the expert survey (18 respondents) was conducted.

Results and discussion: The results of the survey study revealed the most frequent threats in psychological experiments and the attitudes of experimenters toward them.

Research implications: the results can imply the effective management of participants’ behavior and motivation in modeling experiments enables the acquisition of more accurate and reliable results while reducing the likelihood of obtaining false data caused by participants' lack of interest or stress.

Originality: the study contributes the 4th objective of SDG (quality education). This is a unique assessment among simulation experiment researchers to understand ways to effectively manage obstacles encountered in a scientific experiment.
Implementation of the Value Clarification Technique (VCT) Learning Model in Islamic Education and Character Education Subjects to Achieve Students' Spiritual and Social Attitude Competencies with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Authors: Erihadiana Mohamad , Rofiani  , Arifin Bambang Samsul , Supiana  , Kurahman Opik Taupik 
Published: February 2025

Objective: This research was conducted to examine the implementation of the Value Clarification Technique (VCT) learning model in Islamic Religious Education and Character Education to achieve and develop students' spiritual and social competencies with sustainable development goals (SDGs).

Theoretical Framework: VCT is understood as a learning model consisting of various multimedia and multi-stimulus methods designed to sharpen students' affective domains.

Method: This study employs a qualitative approach, as it aims to describe and explore the subject matter in depth. The research was carried out in two schools. The data type in this study is qualitative. Data analysis was conducted interactively through activities such as data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing/verification.

Results and Discussion: The implementation of the VCT learning model in Islamic Religious Education and Character Education to achieve students' spiritual and social competencies involves planning, execution, and evaluation stages.

Research Implications: The impact of implementing the VCT model includes facilitating teachers in understanding students' attitudes, enhancing their engagement and focus during learning, and thus simplifying the achievement of spiritual and social educational objectives.

Originality/Value: The VCT model in Islamic Religious Education and Character Education to achieve students' spiritual and social competencies includes planning, execution, and evaluation stage.