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A Cross-institutional Study of Instructional Characteristics and Student Outcomes: Are Quality Indicators of Online Courses Able to Predict Student Success?
Authors: Joosten Tanya , Cusatis Rachel , Harness Lindsey 
Published: December 2019

A study was conducted to examine instructional characteristics and their relationship to student outcomes in online courses at a 2-year and 4-year higher educational institution. Instructional characteristics included learner support, course design and organization, content design and delivery, interactivity (student-instructor and student-student), and assessment and evaluation. A student survey instrument was created that captures student perceptions of the instructional characteristics of their course, their learning, and their satisfaction with the course. The data collected from the student survey was merged with data from institutional student information systems (e.g., demographics and course grade).This article examines the relationship between these instructional characteristics, sometimes referred to as indicators of online course quality, and their relationship to student outcomes for all students and for underrepresented students. Significant findings from multiple regression analyses are reported. Additional analyses were conducted to examine differences among underrepresented students (minorities, first-generation, low-income, students with impairments/disabilities) using MANOVA. No significant differences are reported.
Instructor Perceptions of Quality Learning in MOOCs They Teach
Authors: Askeroth Jacob H. , Richardson Jennifer C. 
Published: December 2019

Discussions regarding the instructional and learning value of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) include the question of whether or not MOOC learners gain much value, if any at all, and has been a continuing debate since MOOCs began. Skeptics argue that MOOCs lack academic rigor and are superficial, while proponents praise them as addressing important global issues of educational access and affordability, providing pathways to more substantial learning opportunities. An important viewpoint in this conversation that warrants consideration is that of the professors/instructors who teach MOOCs and how they perceive the quality of learning that takes place in their MOOCs. In this study, semi-structured qualitative interviews were used with three MOOC instructors and an inductive analysis approach that resulted in the emergence of three main themes. The findings from this study suggest that instructors do believe that quality learning can take place within a MOOC and is often accomplished through social constructivism and self-regulated learning approaches. Discussions, dialogues, negotiations, collaborations as well as learners accomplishing their intended goals in the course were all considered to be manifestations of quality learning in a MOOC. Implications of the findings for additional research and practice are also discussed.
MEJORAMIENTO DE LAS PRÁCTICAS ALIMENTARIAS EN ADULTOS MAYORES DE TUMBACO
Authors: Silva de Grijalva Yolanda 
Published: December 2019

El proyecto de Mejoramiento de las prácticas alimentarias en adultos mayores (MEPRAM), es un estudio piloto que utilizó la metodología de consejería individual, como un aporte innovador para mejorar la calidad de vida de los adultos mayores en alimentación y actividad física. El MEPRAM fue ejecutado por estudiantes de nutrición de la Universidad San Francisco de Quito como parte de sus actividades académicas y de vinculación con la comunidad. Intervino personal de la Administración Zonal del Municipio de Tumbaco y adultos mayores del programa “60 y piquito”. Los objetivos fueron mejorar las prácticas de alimentación y actividad física de 13 adultos mayores. La consejería se realizó en base a las prácticas de alimentación y actividad física que actualmente realizan los adultos mayores, comparando con las prácticas ideales que recomienda la ciencia de la nutrición. Luego de la negociación individual se aplicaron recomendaciones factibles de cambio, con un seguimiento de ocho semanas. Adicionalmente se desarrollaron tres talleres con demostraciones para motivar a los participantes y reforzar contenidos. Los resultados revelaron el cumplimiento de la gran mayoría de recomendaciones, con una sostenibilidad en el tiempo altamente positiva. Se identificaron los puntos de resistencia y factores motivacionales que impiden o favorecen respectivamente el cumplimiento de las prácticas. El proyecto puede ser aplicado con otros beneficiarios.
Implementing a psychosocial intervention DIALOG+ for patients with psychotic disorders in low and middle income countries in South Eastern Europe: protocol for a hybrid effectiveness-implementation cluster randomized clinical trial (IMPULSE)
Authors: Jovanovic Nikolina , Francis Jill , Maric Nadja P. , Arenliu Aliriza , Barjaktarov Stojan , Kulenovic Alma Dzubur , Injac Lidija , Feng Yan , Novotni Antoni 
Published: December 2019

Abstract

Objectives
Psychotic disorders have large treatment gap in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) in South-Eastern Europe, where up to 45% of affected people do not receive care for their condition. This study will assess the implementation of a generic psychosocial intervention called DIALOG+ in mental health care services and its effectiveness at improving patients’ clinical and social outcomes.

Methods
This is a protocol for a multi-country, pragmatic, hybrid effectiveness–implementation, cluster-randomised, clinical trial. The trial aims to recruit 80 clinicians and 400 patients across 5 South-Eastern European LMICs: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, Republic of North Macedonia and Serbia. Clusters are clinicians working with patients with psychosis, and each clinician will deliver the intervention to five patients. After patient baseline assessments, clinicians will be randomly assigned to either the DIALOG+ intervention or treatment as usual, with an allocation ratio of 1:1. The intervention will be delivered six times over 12 months during routine clinical meetings. TThe primary outcome measure is the quality of life at 12 months [Manchester Short Assessment of Quality of Life (MANSA)]; the secondary outcomes include mental health symptoms [Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale (BPRS), Clinical Assessment Interview for Negative Symptoms (CAINS), Brief Symptom Inventory (BSI)], satisfaction with services [Client Satisfaction Questionnaire (CSQ-8)] and economic costs at 12 months [based on Client Service Receipt Inventory (CSRI), EQ-5D-5L and Recovering Quality of Life (ReQOL-10)]. The study will assess the intervention fidelity and the experience of clinicians and patients’ about implementing DIALOG+ in real-life mental health care settings. In the health economic assessment, the incremental cost-effectiveness ratio is calculated with effectiveness measured by quality-adjusted life year. Data will also be collected on sustainability and reach to inform guidelines for potentially scaling up and implementing the intervention widely. Conclusion: The study is expected to generate new scientific knowledge on the treatment of people with psychosis in health care systems with limited resources. The learning from LMICs could potentially help other countries to expand the access to care and alleviate the suffering of patients with psychosis and their families.
Trial registration: ISRCTN 11913964
ПОРІВНЯЛЬНИЙ ВПЛИВ РЕГУЛЯТОРІВ РОСТУ АЗОТОФІТ, ЯНТАРНА КИСЛОТА ТА ВИМПЕЛ НА ДИНАМІКУ ПРОЦЕСІВ РОСТУ ТА ПРОДУКТИВНІСТЬ ОЗИМОЇ ПШЕНИЦІ СОРТУ ЮВІВАТА
Authors: Pryplavko S. А. , Gaviy V. M. 
Published: December 2019

Scientific research suggests that winter wheat cultivation technologies can be regulated by plant growth regulators. These substances have a complex effect on growth and development and facilitate plant growth and crop capacity.
Three-year field studies were carried out using plant growth regulators of Azotophyte, Amber acid and Vympel to determine the dynamics of plant growth rates and their productivity. This made it possible to observe the influence of growth regulators before sewing and to establish their effectiveness at all stages of plant development. Seeds of winter wheat of the variety Jubiwata were treated with solutions of the substances under analysis. The experimental area was 40 m².
The study demonstrated that the growth regulators do not influence the field germination rate of plants, but the percentage of germination was quite high in both control and experimental variants.
As for the rates of plant height and root length, the first measurement of the average height of winter wheat plants in autumn demonstrated that Vympel was the most efficient. Its indicators exceeded the control variant by 3.4%. After the second measurement, the plant height increased in all variants. The fourth spring measurement showed that the most powerful was the effect by Amber acid. This compound significantly inhibited plant growth compared to other growth regulators and controls.
The investigated plant growth regulators have a positive influence on the processes of root development of winter wheat plants in both autumn and spring time. This feature will provide a better nutrition of the plants.
The weight of the dry matter after the first weighing was greater in the control and the variant treated with Nitrogen. The fourth weighing showed that the best effect on the dry matter mass was found by Azotophyte, which contributed to the increase of this indicator twice as much compared to the control. Amber acid, when used for pre-sowing seed treatment, exceeded the control value by 1.8 times.
Stronger effect on the percentage of dry matter in the plant sample was found only by Vympel, under the influence of which this indicator was greater by 9 units compared to the control.
The use of synthetic growth regulators significantly increases the productivity of winter wheat, namely the length of the complex ear, the number of grains and the weight of the compound ear.
Thus, research has shown that plant growth regulators Azotophit, Amber acid and Vympel facilitate the growth and productivity of winter wheat plants of the Juvivat variety. Winter wheat crops can be treated with these substances before sowing. Determining the highest efficiency of each individual regulator, as well as the possibility of combining them to improve plant growth processes, requires further research.
РОЗРОБЛЕННЯ БІОРОЗКЛАДНОЇ ПОЛІМЕРНОЇ КОМПОЗИЦІЇ НА ОСНОВІ КАЗЕЇНУ МОЛОКА
Authors: Bohatyrenko V. A. , Kalinin I. V. , Volochnyk O. M. 
Published: December 2019

The article sums up the results of the study of milk casein as a biopolymer, which is widely used in food industry, construction, pharmacy, etc. and on the basis of which polymer films for biodegradable materials can be obtained. The analysis draws on data on the structure of milk casein molecules as a complex globular micellar system, which is constructed by nanoscale sub-micelles, interconnected by calcium phosphate sites, with the formation of a casein-calcium phosphate complex. Sub-micelles differ in structure and function, according to which their four fractions are distinguished. The hydrophilic carboxyl groups of the glutamic, aspartic and orthophosphate acids of the κ-casein fraction provide the stabilization of casein micelles in the aqueous medium. Such structure of casein does not allow to receive film materials, they have low technological characteristics, very low durability and elasticity, high fragility. Moreover, they are easily soluble in water.
Studies have shown that on the basis of casein it is possible to obtain polymer films, provided the use of a polymer composition, in which besides casein there is a modified polysaccharide. To obtain such a composition, carboxymethylcellulose was used, which also has biodegradable properties, however, unlike casein, it is capable of forming sufficiently strong polymer films. The polymer composition was synthesized in two steps: first, an aqueous solution of carboxymethyl cellulose was prepared, to which freshly precipitated casein with a moisture content of 20%, precipitated from skim milk, was added. The composition of the polymer composition was enriched with a number of additives serving as plasticizers, and structure-forming. The triatomic alcohol glycerol and diphenylamine were added as plasticizers too. In order to regulate the structure of the aqueous dispersion medium and prevent the processes of aggregation of casein micelles, calcium chloride solution was injected in the composition. The given polymer composition after polymerization in the air-drying process makes it possible to obtain sufficiently strong composite polymer films, the transparency of which depends on the type of plasticizer selected and the presence of CaCl2.
Protective effects of Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) on Methotrexate induced morphological changes in the liver of albino mice.
Authors: Deeba Farah , Waheed Nazish , Waheed Qazi , Iftikhar Shazia , Rehman Zainab , Javaid Irum 
Published: December 2019

Background. Drugs induced liver injury is a major health problem.1 Methotrexate which is antagonist of folic acid is used to treat different types of neoplasms, rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis.2 The therapeutic applications of Methotrexate is usually limited by its severe Hepatotoxicity. Herbs play important role for the treatment of various liver diseases.3 Turmeric (Curcuma Longa L, zingiberaceae) is used to treat cancer, inflammatory disorders, hepatitis and other liver disorders, skin diseases, Alzheimer’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis.4 Study Design: Laboratory based randomized controlled trial. Setting: Animal House of IBMS (Institute of Basic Medical Science), by the permission of Ethical Committee of (KMU) Khyber Medical University Hayatabad Peshawar. Period: March to September 2018. Material & Methods. 28 adult male albino mice were divided into control Group A and experimental Groups B,C and D. Group B was given Turmeric extract per oral (400mg /kg) daily for 14 days. Group C was given Injection Methotrexate (40mg/kg) intraperitoneally (I.P) on day 7. Group D was given Turmeric extract per oral (400mg /kg) daily for 7 days as pre administration to injection Methotrexate and on day 7 injection Methotrexate (40mg/kg) was given intraperitoneally (I.P) and Turmeric extract per oral (400mg/kg) was given daily for further 7 days as post administration to injection Methotrexate. Histological slides were prepared to see the effects of Turmeric plus Methotrexate on diameter of central vein and congestion in central vein. Results: The histological examination of liver sections of control group. A showed normal appearance of central vein. In Turmeric treated group (Group B) also no obvious histological changes were observed. Examination of liver tissue of Group C (Methotrexate group) showed severe histological changes which include dilation and congestion of central vein. Group D (Methotrexate + Turmeric group) showed significant reduction in dilation and congestion of central vein. Conclusion: This study is in accordance with other studies in which different types of herbals showed protective effects on Methotrexate induced liver damage.
Fostering Human Capital Development Through the Triple Helix Model of Innovation: Cases from Selected Local Colleges and Universities (LCUs) in Metro Manila
Authors: Hermosura Juvy B. 
Published: December 2019

This study attempts to provide a modest contribution in the field of public administration by giving emphasis on human capital development which can be made possible through industry-academe-government collaboration otherwise known as the triple helix model of innovation. This model shows the dynamics arising from the interactions between the three principal institutional spheres in an economy – academe, government, and industry. The study examines the various partnership initiatives of identified Local Colleges and Universities (LCUs) in Metro Manila aimed at producing better quality graduates who can contribute to economic development. Using desk study and Key Informants Interview (KII) in gathering data, it was found out that LCUs are already into various engagements with the industry though still very limited as the usual partnership modes cited are on internship, scholarship, physical resources sharing, and faculty training. There are only few programs jointly designed by the university and industry with government participation but can be a good benchmark for other LCUs and local government units. The study draws the following suggestions for policy consideration: to promote triple helix model of innovation in human capital development programs; flexibility to design courses relevant to the community; government incentives for companies collaborating with universities; institutionalization of industry practitioners involvement in curriculum development; provision of timely and usable labor market data; and creation of LCUs particularly in the provinces and capacitating them using the triple helix model.
Strengthening Public and Private Sector Collaboration for the Dumagat in Sta. Ines, Tanay, Rizal: Basis for A Four - Year IP Development Plan
Authors: M. dela Cruz Ana Christina 
Published: December 2019

Providing a framework for exploring governance systems that range from policy or program-based inter-governmental cooperation (Makati and Tanay) to place-based collaboration with non-governmental stakeholders to public-private partnerships (PPP).
Public-Private Partnership is geared towards financing, designing, implementing and operating facilities and services that are traditionally provided by the public sector. It embodies optimal risk allocation between the parties – minimizing cost while realizing project developmental objectives. Thus, the project is to be structured in such a way that the private sector gets a reasonable rate of return on its investment. This offers monetary and non-monetary advantages for the public sector. It addresses the limited funding resources for local IP development projects of the public sector, thereby allowing the allocation of public funds for other local priorities. The collaboration is geared for both sectors to gain improved efficiency and project implementation processes in delivering services to the IP community. Most importantly, it emphasizes Value for Money – focusing on reduced costs, better risk allocation, faster implementation, improved services and possible generation of additional revenue.
A Four - year Indigenous People (IP) Development Plan for the Dumagat community is a concrete response to the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Grounded in a vision that aims to transform our world - UN aspires to build a world free of poverty, hunger and disease, in which every woman and every girl enjoys full gender equality, where the environment is protected and where all people have access to quality education and decent work. The program is designed to create a sustainable community extension services for the IP community of Barangay Sta. Ines in Tanay, Rizal. The Dumagat community, characterized by lack of basic services, but open and willing to be organized to attain genuine and holistic development is the priority of the program. In the implementation, it will follow the different stages in community organizing to ensure the appropriateness of activities and training for community partners. Organizing the poorest of the poor can lead to empowerment. Also, it will allow them to become pro-active in ensuring the development
The Role of the Local Government in Monitoring and Maintenance Bridges, Learning from the Case of the Collapsed Bridge in Nusa Lembongan Bali
Authors: Utari Dewi1 Nyoman Diah , Handoko V. Rudy 
Published: December 2019

There are many issues of infastructure especially in the remote area in the islands of Indonesias and goes viral about collapsed bridges and how students and teachers transported to their school by crossing the collapsed bridges where is the only way to go to their school in the cross of their village. Although the government authority and Standard Operation Procedure are in ruled and structured but still collapsed bridges happened in Indonesia. The main objective of this study is to analyze why the monitoring are failed, learning from the case of the collapsed bridge happened in Nusa Lembongan island in Bali. This study employed the qualitative descriptive methodology. The data collection techniques used were literature study, observation, and interviews with the goverrnment authority in PUPR Department and Klungkung Municipality and stakeholders in Nusa Lembongan Island. The study results shows that due to unclear division between central and local government role and budget, the division of monitoring and maintenance of bridge infrastructure has become unclear resulting in an accident. The unclear owner of the assets of the bridge caused the maintenance of the bridge to be displaced. The cased of collapsed bridge in Nusa Lembongan happened because of the unclear distribution of authority in the monitoring and maintenance between the Bali Provincial and Klungkung Municipaity Government.
PENILAIAN STATUS GIZI SISWI KELAS X DAN XI DI SMAN 1 DEPOK, KABUPATEN SLEMAN, YOGYAKARTA
Authors: Sicilia  , Merta Kusuma Reni 
Published: December 2019

Background: Teenagers, especially femalearesusceptible to problems related to malnutrition such as Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED).
Objective: To determine the characteristics of nutritional status based on age, weight, height, arm circumference, and Body Mass index (BMI) in X and XI grade students at SMAN 1 Depok, Sleman District, Yogyakarta.
Method: The study was an observational study with cross-sectional approach. Measurement used a digital scale, mikrotoise, and upper arm circumference tape. Subjects in this study were 250 female teenagers. Descriptivequantitative analysis was employed for data with numerical/continuous scale (ratio and interval). Results: The majority of female teenagers aged between 14-18 years (mean= 16yo). The meanweight was 50.58 kg, the meanheightwas 155.65 cm, and the mean size of the upper-arm circumference was 24.9 cm. The measurement showed the mean BMI was 20.9 kg/m2. Ten percent of students were categorized as severeunderweight (severe CED) and 7.2% were in the obesecategory. Measurement of nutritional status with upper-arm circumference showed 33.6% female teenagerswere at risk of CED.
Conclusion: There were female teenagerswho had problems with nutritional status (severe underweight and obese). Upper-arm circumference measurement results showed 33.6% of teenagers were at risk of CED.
Keyword: Nutritional status, BMI, upper-arm circumference, CED