bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
A SURVEY OF THE USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA AMONG UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT IN THE FACULTIES OF LAW IN UNIVERSITIES OSUN STATE NIGERIA
Authors: IGBENEGHU BRUNO IFAORUMHE , Johnson Oluwadamilola A. , Osuji Chioma N. 
Published: July 2024

The study examined the awareness and use of social media platforms among undergraduate law students in universities in Osun State. It also investigated the extent to which gender, age, level of study and awareness of social media platforms influence the use of social media platforms among respondents. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. The study population comprised undergraduate students in faculties of law in three selected universities in Osun state. The instrument for data collection was the questionnaire. Five hundred and twenty seven (527) respondents participated in the study. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, Pearson Product Moment Correlation and multiple Regression Analysis. The results of the study revealed that respondents exhibited a low level of awareness and use of social media platforms. WhatsApp was found to be the most popular and utilised social media platform. The study also revealed that social media platforms were used mainly for online trading and seeking general knowledge about doing business. The study revealed that use of social media platforms had no significant relationship with gender (r = -.018, p 0.05), age (r = 0.011, p 0.05) and level of study ( r = 0.034, p 0.05), but had significant positive relationship with awareness of social media platforms ( r = 0.234, p 0.05). In addition, the study revealed that a combination of gender, age, level of study and awareness of social media platforms significantly influenced the use of social media platforms among respondents. (F = 7.507, df = 4: 522, p 0.05). Awareness of social media platforms (β = 0.237, t = 5.397, p 0.05) was found to be the only significant predictor variable in the use of social media platforms among respondents. It was concluded from the study that gender, age, level of study and the awareness of social media platforms significantly influenced the use of social media platforms among undergraduate law students in universities in Osun state, Nigeria. It was recommended that these factors be taken into account by university administrators when making policies on the use of social media in the university system.
Needs analysis on digital learning objects for university students
Authors: Hanoum Nadia , Fadlillah Ahmad Fajar , Sukirman Dadang , Riyana Cepi 
Published: July 2024

Using Digital Learning Objects as learning resources is essential in blended learning. However, the availability is still limited, so there is a need to design and develop digital learning objects to help students meet learning objectives. This study identifies and analyzes students’ needs for Digital Learning Objects relevant to the course's characteristics. This study employs the descriptive survey method to provide a quantitative description of students’ preferences for different Digital Learning Objects. The data for this study was collected using a questionnaire distributed to 54 students as the sample. The results revealed that the Digital Learning Objects needed for the Audio Media course consisted of digital module (87 percent), video (79,6 percent), and animation (74,1 percent). As for the learning method, practicum (98 percent) and team-based project (81 percent) were preferable to discussion or presentation. It was also found that the digital module was more compatible with the majority of the materials covered in the course. Thus, developing Digital Learning Objects will include digital modules, instructional videos, and animation, which are expected to support students in a blended learning environment effectively. AbstrakPemanfaatan Objek Pembelajaran Digital sebagai sumber belajar merupakan hal yang penting dalam blended learning, namun ketersediaannya masih terbatas oleh karena itu perlu dirancang dan dikembangkan Objek Pembelajaran Digital yang dapat memudahkan siswa dalam mencapai tujuan pembelajaran. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi dan menganalisis kebutuhan mahasiswa terhadap Objek Pembelajaran Digital yang relevan dengan karakteristik mata kuliah yang diambilnya. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode survei deskriptif karena perlu memberikan gambaran kuantitatif tentang preferensi mahasiswa terhadap berbagai jenis Objek Pembelajaran Digital. Data penelitian ini dikumpulkan dengan menggunakan kuesioner yang dibagikan kepada 54 mahasiswa sebagai sampel. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Objek Pembelajaran Digital yang dibutuhkan pada mata kuliah Media Audio terdiri dari modul digital (87 persen), video (79,6 persen), dan animasi (74,1 persen). Sedangkan untuk metode pembelajaran, praktikum (98 persen) dan proyek berbasis tim (81 persen) lebih diutamakan dibandingkan diskusi atau presentasi. Ditemukan juga bahwa modul digital lebih kompatibel dengan sebagian besar materi yang dibahas dalam kursus. Oleh karena itu, pengembangan Objek Pembelajaran Digital akan mencakup modul digital, video instruksional, dan animasi, yang diharapkan dapat secara efektif mendukung mahasiswa dalam lingkungan pembelajaran terpadu.Kata Kunci: blended learning; kursus media audio; objek pembelajaran digital
Instructional design research trends towards digital transformation of education systems in ASEAN
Authors: Kusnendar Jajang , Darmawan Deni , Rusman R. 
Published: July 2024

The curriculum implementation in ASEAN countries is interesting to examine, especially in order to achieve the direction of the digital transformation roadmap of the education system. Research on instructional design can be used as one of the parameters to understand how the general description of implementation achieves curriculum goals. This study aims to examine instructional design research in ASEAN countries during the period 2018-2024 on the implementation of the national curriculum towards the digital transformation of the education system through (1) investigating the general description of instructional design research, (2) examining research characteristics from aspects of research objectives, (3) explaining the implications of findings both theoretically and practically. The documentation study was conducted through bibliometric analysis of articles with keywords against article titles containing the phrase "instructional design" in ASEAN countries from the Scopus database, which produced as many as 37 selected articles during the 2018-2024 period. The results show that the general description and direction of instructional design research objectives in ASEAN countries have been presented comprehensively. Besides that, the theoretical and practical implications of instructional design research on the road map for digital transformation of education systems in ASEAN have been considered. AbstrakImplementasi kurikulum di negara ASEAN menarik diteliti khususnya dalam upaya mencapai arah peta jalan transformasi digital sistem pendidikan. Riset tentang instructional design bisa dijadikan salah satu parameter untuk memahami bagaimana gambaran umum implementasi untuk mencapai tujuan kurikulum. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji riset instructional design di negara ASEAN selama periode 2018-2024 pada implementasi kurikulum nasional dalam menuju transformasi digital sistem pendidikan, melalui: (1) investigasi gambaran umum penelitian instructional design, (2) mengkaji karakteristik penelitian dari aspek tujuan penelitian, (3) menjelaskan implikasi temuan baik secara teoritis maupun praktis. Studi dokumentasi dilakukan melalui analisis bibliometrik terhadap artikel dengan kata kunci terhadap judul artikel yang mengandung frasa “instructional design” di negara ASEAN, dari database scopus yang menghasilkan sebanyak 37 artikel terpilih selama periode tahun 2018-2024. Hasil menunjukan bahwa gambaran umum dan arah tujuan penelitian instructional design di negara ASEAN telah tersaji secara komprehensif, selain itu implikasi teoritis dan praktis dari riset instructional design terhadap peta jalan transformasi digital sistem pendidikan di ASEAN sudah dianggap sejalan.Kata Kunci: bibliometrik; desain pembelajaran; kurikulum; pendidikan; transformasi digital
Interactive economics learning with audio-visual media (Sales Ratio Assessment case study)
Authors: Anggoro Damas Dwi , Anggriawan Tommy , Setyono Deni Agus 
Published: July 2024

Tax education in secondary or vocational schools has an essential role in forming a good understanding of the tax system. This research aims to increase students' understanding of the Assessment Sales Ratio (ASR) method in economics learning through audio-visual media. ASR, often used in property valuation for tax purposes, was selected as a case study. The audio-visual media used includes video tutorials and interactive quizzes. Video tutorials are designed to explain ASR concepts and applications with engaging animations and diagrams, while interactive quizzes test students' understanding after watching the videos. This research uses a Research and Development (RnD) approach to develop and test the effectiveness of this learning media. The research results show that using audio-visual media can increase students' understanding significantly compared to traditional teaching methods. Student feedback also shows that audio-visual media makes learning more interesting and easier to understand. These findings indicate that integrating audio-visual media in economics learning can effectively overcome difficulties in understanding complex concepts. The recommendation of this research is the further development of interactive educational content for economics and accounting subjects at the secondary school level. AbstrakPembelajaran perpajakan di sekolah menengah atau kejuruan memiliki peranan penting dalam membentuk pemahaman yang baik tentang sistem perpajakan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan pemahaman siswa tentang metode Assessment Sales Ratio (ASR) dalam pembelajaran ekonomi melalui penggunaan media audio visual. ASR, yang sering digunakan dalam penilaian properti untuk keperluan perpajakan, dipilih sebagai studi kasus. Media audio visual yang digunakan meliputi video tutorial dan kuis interaktif. Video tutorial dirancang untuk menjelaskan konsep dan aplikasi ASR dengan animasi dan diagram yang menarik, sementara kuis interaktif menguji pemahaman siswa setelah menonton video. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan Research and Development (RnD) untuk mengembangkan dan menguji efektivitas media pembelajaran tersebut. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan media audio visual dapat meningkatkan pemahaman siswa secara signifikan dibandingkan dengan metode pengajaran tradisional. Umpan balik siswa juga menunjukkan bahwa media audio visual membuat pembelajaran lebih menarik dan mudah dipahami. Temuan ini mengindikasikan bahwa integrasi media audio visual dalam pembelajaran ekonomi dapat menjadi solusi efektif untuk mengatasi kesulitan dalam memahami konsep yang kompleks. Rekomendasi penelitian ini adalah pengembangan lebih lanjut dari konten pendidikan interaktif untuk mata pelajaran ekonomi dan akuntansi di tingkat sekolah menengah.Kata Kunci: media audio visual; nilai jual objek pajak; penilaian rasio penjualan (ASR)
Size spectra in freshwater streams are consistent across temperature and resource supply
Authors: Gjoni Vojsava , Pomeranz Justin , Junker James , Wesner Jeff 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Biological communities can be described using the individual size distribution (ISD), a remarkably consistent negative relationship between individual mass and abundance that can be described as a power law (N ~ Mλ). The parameter λ denotes the rate of decline in relative abundance from small to large individuals. Despite well-known influences of temperature on λ, interactive effects of temperature and resource supply on λ remain poorly understood. Leveraging data from 2.4 million individual body sizes in freshwater stream food webs, we test the hypothesis that λ varies as a function of temperature and resource supply. Surprisingly, despite varied environmental conditions and complete species turnover, there was no discernible impact on λ from temperature or resource supply. Instead, λ was consistently ~ -1.2 (sd = 0.04), differing from predictions of metabolic scaling theory, which assumes a value close to -2. This implies substantial subsidy inputs to large predators along with metabolic scaling coefficients shallower than assumed by the ¾ power law. Using simulations and mesocosm experiments, we provide support for a metabolic scaling coefficient of approximately ~0.4 for freshwater streams, along with a consistent influence of subsidies. The findings underscore remarkable consistency of individual size distributions in freshwater streams, likely driven by shallow metabolic scaling and large subsidies to large consumers.
Post-Traumatic Reactions and Quality of Life after Pelvic Exenteration for Gynecologic Cancer: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Authors: Thompson Lora M.A. , Loecher Nele , Albizu-Jacob Alexandra , Chon Hye Sook , Wenham Robert M. , Donovan Kristine A. 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Objective: We examined post-traumatic reactions and quality of life in women with recurrent gynecologic cancer who underwent a pelvic exenteration (PE), a rare, potentially life-saving radical surgery associated with life-altering sequalae.
Methods: Twenty-one women who had completed PE at least 6 months prior completed measures of post-traumatic stress, post-traumatic growth, depression, and quality of life. Quality of life scores were compared to normative values for the general and gynecologic cancer populations.
Results: Thirty percent of women reported clinically significant post-traumatic stress symptoms and 71% endorsed clinically significant depressive symptoms. More post-traumatic stress was associated with less post-traumatic growth, more depressive symptoms, and worse quality of life. In general, women’s quality of life was worse than the general population but comparable to women with stage III-IV ovarian cancer and women with cervical cancer. Social functioning was markedly lower in our sample and women reported more pain, diarrhea, and financial difficulties post-PE compared to published norms. There were no differences in quality of life based on age, type of PE, or cancer type.
Conclusions: Findings support long-term continued symptom management and the ongoing rehabilitation of patients to optimize physical, psychological, and social well-being in PE survivorship.
Perceptions of pre-service teachers on the use of ChatGPT during their training and the future implications for their future role in high schools: A research in progress
Authors: Pesce Maura Amaranti , Blanco Daniel Fernández 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

The reception of ChatGPT in the educational field has varied between enthusiasm and scepticism, generating a series of controversies and challenges in response to the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies within the educational context. The purpose of this study was to interpret and describe the perceptions of a group of pre-service teachers on the use of ChatGPT as an assistant in a learning experience implemented during their training, and on the implications of this AI tool in their future work context as teachers. A sequential mixed methodology was employed, initially collecting quantitative data, followed by a deeper analysis based on qualitative data from which explanatory categories of the phenomenon emerged. Our study on the integration of ChatGPT into teacher training programs reveals that students valued the use of ChatGPT for its conceptual support and quick feedback, enhancing their learning experience. However, concerns about the accuracy of information and plagiarism underline the need for a critical engagement with AI tools. Regarding their future teaching role, they highlighted the importance of mediation, training, and guiding students in the critical and responsible use of AI. They also identified the need to modify assessment methods to encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. The study emphasized the importance of integrating AI technologies into teacher training in a reflective and critical manner, with guidance from educators and IT specialists. This These findings suggest a balanced approach to incorporating AI in education, emphasizing ethical use and the transformative potential of AI to support pedagogical objectives.
ERBVS: Enhanced Retinal Blood Vessel Segmentation using Multiple Modalities and Attention Mechanisms with Adversarial Training and Ensemble Deep Learning Operations
Authors: Thool Komal Umare 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

It would, therefore, require highly advanced prediction tools to enhance early diagnosis and preemptive mechanisms for all these burgeoning diseases. Fast and correct disease prediction and pre-emption have huge potential for changing clinical outcome and ensuring timely and effective interventions that reduce morbidity and mortality. Current predictive models, instrumental as they are, have been found faltering in precision, recall, accuracy, and timeliness. Such delays and inaccuracies often miss the therapeutic window or lead to misguided clinical decisions. In this work, we present a novel model that aims to quite dramatically improve the process of segmentation and classification. Our approach embeds Attention Mechanisms with Adversarial Training and Ensemble Deep Learning Operations, together with a multimodal approach, which places it substantially higher across several metrics. This improves the precision, accuracy, recall, and AUC by 8.5%, 8.3%, 4.9%, and 3.9%, respectively, for segmentation and classification, while reducing the classification delay by 5.9% in different situations. Not only does our model handle the intrinsic limitations of current methods, but it also shows flexibility for a wide range of clinical applications. The compelling improvements in classification and preemption metrics strengthen its potential to make a sea change in the disease prediction framework for establishing optimum patient outcomes and efficient scenarios of healthcare delivery.
Bioengineering stabilization of marginal soil at the sloping face of the embankment using the vetiver root system
Authors: Jandyal Taran , Shah Mohammad Yousuf 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

To combat erosion and prevent shallow slope collapses, soil bioengineering amalgamates biological, mechanical, and ecological principles, primarily aimed at safeguarding highland slopes. Historically, wood and live plants have been the primary materials employed for stabilizing hills and slopes over millennia. The imperative for leveraging vegetation to restore slope stability is particularly pronounced, addressing soil erosion and shallow slope failures in both natural and human-altered environments. Recognized widely, planting or preserving vegetation in erosion-prone areas stands as a highly effective strategy for soil erosion control. Even in semi-arid regions where above-ground biomass may temporarily diminish, the enduring underground roots play a pivotal role in safeguarding the topsoil from erosion. The strength required to dislodge the root system of each grass vertically from the soil serves as an indicator of soil binding capacity. Prior to recommending suitable treatments, a comprehensive assessment encompassing various factors such as current vegetation cover, hydrology, slope aspect, angle, soil composition, and geological characteristics is imperative. This study employs vetiver grass to fortify soil and utilizes GEO5 software for slope analysis. The aim of experimenting with vetiver as a bioengineering solution is to ascertain its efficacy either as a substitute for or complement to traditional engineering approaches for slope and erosion challenges. Analysis conducted on an unreinforced soil location using GEO5 software revealed a factor of safety (FOS) of less than 1.5, indicating an unstable slope. Conversely, when the same location was reinforced with vetiver root and analysed using the same software, the FOS exceeded 1.5, signifying a stable slope. Finally, recommendations for future research endeavours are delineated.
Anxiety and depression is common in individuals living with a rare disease: exploring the impact of pain and physical activity in UK Biobank data
Authors: Hill Claire , Shah Sonum , Crowe Ashleen , McKnight Amy Jayne 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Background
Whilst individually rare, affecting less than 1 in 2,000 people, together rare diseases (RDs) affect an estimated 475 million people globally, including 4 million people within the UK. RDs are often associated with unmet care needs, which can impact both physical and mental health.
Harnessing the UK Biobank, health and wellbeing data from 502,401 individuals over the age of 40 was assessed. Using the Orphanet database for rare diseases and International Classification of Diseases Codes 10 (ICD10) from the UK Biobank, participants were classified as having no diagnosis, non-rare diagnoses only, or a rare diagnosis with or without comorbidities.
Results
Mental health, pain, physical wellbeing, and comorbidity measures were compared between these three groups. Depression and anxiety was significantly more common in those living with a rare disease (67% and 65%, respectively) compared to non-rare diagnoses (NRD) (p < 4x10-7). Depression and anxiety was more common in females compared to males across all groups (p < 0.009). Individuals living with a RD experienced significantly more general pain (p < 3x10-28), and reported significantly reduced physical activity (p < 3x10-44), compared to NRD. A higher proportion of individuals living with a RD also presented a higher comorbidity burden, when compared to individuals living with NRD (NRD: Median number of comorbidities = 5, IQR = 3-10, RD: Median number of comorbidities = 17, IQR = 10-29).
Conclusion
This study reveals a significant burden of disease diagnosis, which is further exacerbated by a rare disease diagnosis. This work highlights the need for novel support mechanisms to target the specific needs of patients living with a RD, with careful consideration of gender-specific influences.