bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Identifying School Principal Candidates’ Perception on Teacher’s Appointment as School Principal
Authors: Hariyati Nunuk , Tarma Tarma , Fajarwati Dian , Setiawan Aditya Chandra 
Published: November 2021

In order to establish a successful school, prospective school principals' perceptions are crucial. Perception has an effect on school quality because it impacts reaction and decision-making. The aim of this study was to understand prospective school principals' perceptions of the Ministry of Education and Culture Regulation Number 6 of 2018 concerning the Appointment of Teachers as School Principals, which was conducted using a quantitative approach through a survey of 77 prospective school principals from Central and East Java Provinces. The findings revealed that: the age of the prospective school principal does not have a significant effect on policy perceptions; the length of work as a prospective school principal teacher has no significant effect on policy perceptions; there is a significant difference between the principal candidates for primary school, junior high school and senior high school/vocational high school in perceiving policies; there is no significant difference between male and female principal candidates in their perception of the policy; there is no significant difference between prospective school principals based on tank (from III b to IV b) in perceiving policies; there is a significant difference between prospective school principals with bachelor's and master's degrees in perceiving policies; there is no significant difference between prospective school principals who have not and have read Ministry of Education and Culture Regulation No. 6 of 2018 in perceiving the policy; and that there is no significant difference between prospective school principals who have not and have specifically reviewed Ministry of Education and Culture Regulation No. 6 of 2018 in perceiving the policy.
Exploring selected factors that determine graduation times in an undergraduate programme
Authors: Ratnaweera Manorika , Khareedi Rohini 
Published: November 2021

Introduction: Timely graduation is of colossal importance to students, universities, and other stakeholders. The purpose of this retrospective study was to examine the time taken to graduate and to determine if pre-enrolment demographic and experiential characteristics of students are predictive of the aggregate grade point average. The secondary purpose of the study was to identify individual aspects between cohorts based on the time taken to complete the course.
Method: The sample for this study included all students enrolled in the Bachelor of Health Science (Oral Health) program at the Auckland University of Technology from 2008 to 2016. The desensitized data were subjected to descriptive and inferential statistical analysis.
Results: The mean grade point average in the first year was lowest in the cohort that took five years to complete and highest in the cohort that took three years to complete. Each year’s grade point average was positively correlated to the next year’s grade point average. The level of prior education and work experience were predictive of the aggregate grade point average in those completing in three years (P<0.05) but not in those completing in four years (P>0.05).
Conclusion: Pre-enrollment factors, level of prior education and work experience were predictive of aggregate grade point average in the cohort completing in three years but not in the cohort completing in four years.
Clinical evaluation of the effects of a single oral dose of gabapentin on fear-based aggressive behaviors in cats during veterinary examinations
Authors: Kruszka Marie , Graff Edith , Medam Tiphaine , Masson Sylvia 
Published: November 2021

Abstract

OBJECTIVE
To investigate the effects of a single oral dose of gabapentin on fear-based aggressive behaviors (FABs) in cats during veterinary examinations.

ANIMALS
55 healthy pet cats (26 with and 29 without a history of FAB during veterinary visits [FAB and untreated control groups, respectively]).

PROCEDURES
A standardized 9-step clinical examination protocol (with patient compliance scored from 0 to 9 according to the highest completed step) was tested on untreated control group cats. The protocol was then used in a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled, crossover-design trial in which FAB-group cats received owner-administered gabapentin (100 or 200 mg/cat) or placebo capsules 2 hours before the first of 2 veterinary visits and received the alternate treatment before the second visit ≥ 1 day later. Ease of administration (scored from 1 [very difficult] to 4 [very easy]) and adverse effects were recorded. Compliance scores were compared between treatments for the FAB group and between FAB and untreated control groups. Changes in scores between treatments for the FAB group were used to investigate associations between selected variables and the outcome of interest.

RESULTS
FAB group compliance scores after gabapentin administration (median, 9; range, 0 to 9) were significantly higher than scores after placebo administration (median 0.5; range, 0 to 7) and did not differ from scores for the untreated control group. Owner scores indicated capsule administration was easy. Adverse effects (most commonly drowsiness, myorelaxation, and ataxia) resolved ≤ 10 hours after detection.

CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE
Results suggested oral administration of gabapentin to cats 2 hours before a veterinary visit can reduce FAB during physical examination, enabling more complete evaluation.
Ophthalmic disorders in a referral population of seven breeds of brachycephalic dogs: 970 cases (2008–2017)
Authors: Palmer Samantha V , Espinheira Gomes Filipe , McArt Jessica A. A. 
Published: November 2021

Abstract

OBJECTIVE
To evaluate the frequency of ophthalmic disorders in 7 brachycephalic dog breeds referred to an academic veterinary ophthalmology service.

ANIMALS
970 client-owned dogs of 7 brachycephalic breeds that were evaluated by the ophthalmology service in a veterinary teaching hospital from January 2008 through December 2017.

PROCEDURES
Medical records of 7 brachycephalic breeds (ie, Boston Terriers, English Bulldogs, French Bulldogs, Lhasa Apsos, Pekingese, Pugs, and Shih Tzus) were reviewed to collect data regarding patient signalment, ophthalmic diagnoses, affected eyes, and number and dates of visits.

RESULTS
Median age at the first examination was 7 years (range, 23 days to 22 years). The number of dogs seen for a first examination increased with age. Corneal ulcers, keratoconjunctivitis sicca, corneal pigmentation, immature cataracts, and uveitis were each diagnosed in ≥ 100 dogs and represented 40.4% (1,161/2,873) of all diagnoses. On the basis of anatomic location, 66.3% (1,905/2,873) of all disorders were located in either the cornea (1,014/2,873 [35.2%]) or adnexa (891/2,873 [31%]). There was a significant difference in breed proportion in the study population; of the 7 breeds studied, Shih Tzus (34.3% [333/970]), Pugs (20.8% [202/970]), and Boston Terriers (16.6% [161/970]) were the most prevalent breeds. The frequency of some diseases within the referral population was associated with breed.

CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE
Findings suggested that the most prevalent disorders for the brachycephalic breeds in this ophthalmic referral population were corneal ulcers, keratoconjunctivitis sicca, corneal pigmentation, immature cataracts, and uveitis. Although all dogs shared brachycephalic features, the frequency of specific ophthalmic diseases varied between breeds.
Osteomyelitis in cold-stunned Kemp's ridley sea turtles (Lepidochelys kempii) hospitalized for rehabilitation: 25 cases (2008–2018)
Authors: Powell Ashley L. , Tuxbury Kathryn A. , Cavin Julie M. , Stacy Brian A. , Frasca Salvatore , Stacy Nicole I. , Brisson Jennifer O'Sullivan , Solano Mauricio , Williams Sea Rogers , McCarthy Robert J. , Innis Charles J. 
Published: November 2021

Abstract

OBJECTIVE
To characterize osteolytic lesions in cold-stunned Kemp's ridley sea turtles (Lepidochelys kempii) hospitalized for rehabilitation and describe methods used for the management of such lesions.

ANIMALS
25 stranded, cold-stunned Kemp's ridley sea turtles hospitalized between 2008 and 2018.

PROCEDURES
Medical records of sea turtles with a diagnosis of osteolytic lesions were reviewed retrospectively to obtain the date of diagnosis, clinical signs, radiographic findings, microbial culture results, hematologic and plasma biochemical data, cytologic and histologic findings, antimicrobial history, time to first negative culture result, treatment duration, and outcome.

RESULTS
Lesions were identified radiographically a median of 50 days after admission and were located within epiphyses or metaphyses of various appendicular joints. Lesions were associated with periarticular swelling (n = 24), lameness (16), lethargy (2), and hyporexia (2). Bacterial culture yielded growth of single organisms (n = 16), multiple organisms (2), or no growth (6). Significant differences in hematologic and biochemical data were detected between the times of diagnosis and convalescence. Cytologic and histologic findings characterized the lesions as osteomyelitis leading to septic arthritis. Sixteen sea turtles were managed medically, and 8 were managed medically and surgically. Surgery resulted in rapid improvement in joint mobility and overall clinical status. Most (22/25 [88%]) sea turtles survived and were released after long-term management.

CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE
During rehabilitation, cold-stunned Kemp's ridley sea turtles may be affected by osteomyelitis. Medical management based on antimicrobial susceptibility testing was effective for most turtles. Long term management efforts in turtles are justified by high survival rate.
Use of percutaneous microwave ablation in the treatment of retroperitoneal neoplasia in three dogs
Authors: Culp William T. N. , Johnson Eric G. , Palm Carrie A. , Burton Jenna H. , Rebhun Robert B. , Rodriguez Carlos O. , Kent Michael S. , Glaiberman Craig B. 
Published: November 2021

Abstract

CASE DESCRIPTION
3 dogs with retroperitoneal masses (2 renal and 1 located near the diaphragm) were treated by percutaneous microwave ablation (MWA).

CLINICAL FINDINGS
Dogs between 11 and 13 years of age weighing between 13.7 and 43.8 kg had either a renal mass (n = 2) or a mass located in the caudodorsal aspect of the retroperitoneal space near the right side of the diaphragm (1). Cytology revealed that one of the renal masses and the mass located near the diaphragm were malignant neoplasias. Findings on cytologic evaluation of a sample of the other renal mass was nondiagnostic. Maximum mass diameters ranged between 1.4 and 2.5 cm.

TREATMENT AND OUTCOME
All dogs were treated by percutaneous MWA. Probes were directed into tumors by use of ultrasound and CT guidance, and microwave energy was applied to each mass. Findings on imaging of each mass following MWA was consistent with successful treatment. No intraprocedural or major postprocedural complications occurred, and all dogs were discharged from the hospital within 3 days of treatment. Two dogs died at 3 and 21 months after MWA with no known local recurrence; 1 dog was still alive 64 months after treatment.

CLINICAL RELEVANCE
Although the indications for MWA in the treatment of neoplasia in companion animals are limited, the outcomes of dogs in the present report provided preliminary evidence that percutaneous MWA can be safely used to effectively treat retroperitoneal neoplasia. This procedure was successfully performed with image guidance in all 3 dogs.
The ‘World’s Newest Profession’ is no Longer Dispensable; What Does it Mean for Consultancy Firms?
Authors: Matthias Olga 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
A major focus for consultants is pipeline. Generating future work is as important as delivering current projects because it provides continuity and hopefully growth of the business. This inherent uncertainty in the sales pipeline is perhaps the consulting firms’ biggest concerns. This paper seeks to demonstrate how management consultancy has actually become widespread and embedded in the economic activity of organisations. The research synthesised in this paper presents client perspectives on how consultants add value. Particular insight is given into the key features which differentiate those firms that are chosen for projects against those that are not. The findings suggest that the industry has transitioned from a dispensable service to an institutionalised one, embedded in client business cycles and operating procedures. This has implications for how individual consultancy firms develop and deliver their services, moving emphasis from market uncertainty to service design and quality.
Recursive Prediction for Lossless Image Compression
Authors: Al-Timimi Rana Talib 
Published: November 2021

This paper introduced an algorithm for lossless image compression to compress natural and medical images. It is based on utilizing various casual fixed predictors of one or two dimension to get rid of the correlation or spatial redundancy embedded between image pixel values then a recursive polynomial model of a linear base is used.
The experimental results of the proposed compression method are promising in terms of preserving the details and the quality of the reconstructed images as well improving the compression ratio as compared with the extracted results of a traditional linear predicting coding system.
Leadership, Governance, Management, Administration in Training Teachers and Education Officers
Authors: Ngoc Hung Le 
Published: November 2021

The objective of this paper is to review education management studies in order to test the hypotheses based on the systems approach to the leadership, management and administration of education adapting to the increasing requirements of a restructuring society. The paper uses the methodology of related literature review and scoping university textbooks on education management. The paper tends to demonstrate that recent education management is concentrating on the management of internal elements and inner actions of the education system and school management. The point is to lead, govern, manage and administer the education system facing with surrounding environment to ensure effective adaptation to the conditions of the market-economy, international integration and digitalization.
An Exploration of the Preparation of New Zealand Nurse Educators for their Role in Teaching Postgraduate Clinical Nursing Courses
Authors:   , Skally Mary Helen 
Published: November 2021

<p>Little is known about the preparation of New Zealand nurse educators teaching clinically focused postgraduate programmes. This research gives an insight into their world and the preparation they had in order to fulfil their roles. A review of the literature on nurse educator preparation revealed a dichotomy of preparation nationally and internationally. This study was carried out to inform the New Zealand nursing profession on the preparedness of its educators teaching clinical nursing postgraduate programmes. It was my assumption that nurse educator preparation lacked strategic direction and was not nationally uniform. The research expected to answer how and to what extent New Zealand nurse educators teaching clinical nursing postgraduate courses at NQF Level 8 are prepared and supported for their teaching role. This research used an exploratory descriptive survey methodology and was underpinned by a conceptual framework. The conceptual framework, referred to as the critical elements of nurse educator preparation (CENEP), contained four key concepts, support, educational preparation, personal attitudes and experience. These concepts informed the design and construct of a questionnaire to determine the level of preparation of New Zealand nurse educators teaching clinical postgraduate programmes. A total of 89 postal questionnaires were administered resulting in a response rate of 46% (N=41), however, four questionnaires were excluded leaving a sample size of 37. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS Version 12) was used to analyse the data, and descriptive statistics along with non-parametric testing was undertaken. There were three open-ended questions included in the questionnaire and these were analysed thematically. Results of this research reveal a culture where nurse educator preparation lacks uniformity and consistency. Individually, New Zealand nurse educators were found to be highly qualified for their positions and motivated and enthusiastic about their roles. However, 40% of respondents did not hold a teaching qualification. Results from this research revealed a pattern of clinical training for postgraduate nurses that was immersed in the world of the academic institution. This research study is limited and cannot be generalised to the entire population of nurse educators teaching clinical postgraduate programmes. However, some valuable insights have been gained into a previously unexplored area, and recommendations have been made for the future direction of preparation for nurse educators teaching clinical postgraduate programmes in New Zealand.</p>
Midwives' Experiences of Caring for Women During Childbirth Who Have Undergone Female Genital Mutilation: an Interpretative Study
Authors:   , Garvey-Graham Annette Marie 
Published: November 2021

<p>In recent years, as a result of globalisation and increased immigration from countries known to engage in Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), exposure to the results of the centuries old tradition/cultural practice of FGM Type III is becoming part of the New Zealand midwifery experience. While a wealth of information exists around the FGM procedure itself, little research has been specifically documented about the midwives' experiences of caring for women in childbirth who have undergone this procedure. This study captures the experience of a small group of midwives, caring for women who have undergone FGM Type III, during the childbirth experience. It focuses on the feelings and experiences of the midwives during the process of labour and birth. An interpretive approach was adopted, using in-depth open-ended interviews, in order to explore, to gain insight and to understand the midwife's experience. The study recognises there are many different possible interpretations with midwives 'telling their story', and identifies issues that they encountered in providing care for these women. Four themes were identified in the midwife's experience: 'feeling unprepared', 'negotiating the cultural gap', 'the traumatic reality of deinfibulation' and 'tensions and paradoxes'. These reflect the journey of the midwife through their experiences and the challenges they faced. This research proposes that midwives require further support in their theoretical and practical knowledge in caring for women who have undergone FGM Type III. It also highlights the lack of structured support and information that surrounds their care.</p>
A Photo and Thermally Stimulated Luminescence Study of BaCl2:Eu2+ with Application to Neutron Imaging
Authors:   , Robinson Jeremy 
Published: November 2021

<p>This thesis presents the results of a photo and thermally stimulated luminescence study of europium-doped barium chloride in relation to its potential application as a storage phosphor in glass ceramics for radiation imaging, particularly for neutron imaging. Previous work done on lithium borate (LiBO) glasses containing BaCl2:Eu2+ nanocrystals at Victoria University of Wellington had demonstrated comparable imaging capability with commercially available BaFBr:Eu2+ based imaging plates, though the sensitivity and spatial resolution were inferior to that material, and there was a substantial afterglow during the read-out process which degraded any image. These problems are addressed here. The effect of various different co-dopants on the storage properties was examined using the thermally stimulated luminescence (TSL) technique, with dopants primarily chosen from the alkali and alkaline earth elements. The resulting glow curves have been analysed to determine the activation energies associated with the various traps, and tentative assignments of structural defects to the various glow curve peaks are proposed. It was found that Li+ and Na+ gave small increases (20% and 50% respectively) in efficiency, though other dopants tended to reduce the overall output. In particular, K+ and Rb+ were found to substantially reduce the output efficiency. It was found that Li+ co-doped BaCl2:Eu2+ contained thermally unstable traps which at room temperature could result in the observed afterglow in LiBO/BaCl2 glass ceramics through a read-out induced phototransfer process. The experimental measurements required substantial hardware and software development of the existing VUW facilities for TSL, and these improvements are also described here. The most significant improvements are an extension of the operating range at the lower end of the existing TSL spectrometer to -50 degrees C through a cooled gas flow system, and the engineering of a completely new system to record TSL from 25 K to 400 K.</p>
Pemanfaatan Saluran Irigasi Untuk Pembangkit Listrik Pikohidro Dengan Generator DC Shunt
Authors: Dsl Winarso , Dwiono Wakhyu , Kusuma H Dian Nova 
Published: November 2021

Desa Kebumen Kabupaten Banyumas adalah salah satu desa yang terlewati Sungai Banjaran. Sungai ini menjadi salah satu sumber air untuk usaha pertanian dan perikanan, sehingga untuk mengalirkan air sungai ke persawahan dan kolam ikan dibuatlah saluran irigasi. Saluran irigasi di Desa Kebumen selalu mengalirkan air sepanjang waktu, walaupun pada musim kemarau. Potensi air irigasi ini merupakan sumber energi yang dapat dimanfaatkan untuk energi listrik. Penelitian ini merupakan rancang bangun sistem pembangkitan energi listrik dengan memanfaatkan tenaga air irigasi sebagai daya penggerak turbin undershot. Berdasarkan pengukuran aliran air pada saluran irigasi, saluran ini mempunyai debit sebesar 10.3 liter per detik, menghasilkan daya aktif sebesar 121,13 watt/detik. Dengan menggunakan turbin undershot berdiameter 60 cm, aliran air tersebut dikonversikan menjadi daya putar mekanik sebesar 53.7 watt per detik. Daya putar mekanik tersebut kemudian diubah menjadi energi listrik oleh generator dc shunt sebesar 6.84 watt/detik. Generator ini mempunyai eksitasi sendiri dan menghasilkan listrik dc yang dapat disimpan dalam baterai. Efisiensi konversi turbin yang dapat dicapai adalah sebesar 44,33 % dan efisiensi konversi generator sebesar 12,74 %.