bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Comfort Level of Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis and Associated Factors in Turkey: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Yanmiş S , Molllaoğlu M 
Published: June 2024

Background:
Hemodialysis is one of the treatment methods for chronic kidney disease, which is a common disease around the world. The problems that occur during the hemodialysis process may cause discomfort in patients. Therefore, it is important to regularly evaluate the concept of comfort in hemodialysis patients.

Aim:
To determine the comfort level of patients undergoing hemodialysis and the associated factors.

Methods:
This study was a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted among 95 patients who had been undergoing hemodialysis for at least 6 months. Data were collected using the sociodemographic characteristics form and the Hemodialysis Comfort Scale (HDCS).

Results:
The mean age of the participants was 58.37 ± 16.62 years. The median duration of hemodialysis was 5 (1–25) years. A total of 51% of the patients were male, 54.7% were married, 34.7% had completed primary school, and 85.3% had a comorbid chronic disease. The mean hemodialysis comfort score was 23.85 ± 6.93. The mean score was significantly higher in male patients (P = 0.041) and those without comorbid chronic disease (P = 0.013). There was a significant negative correlation between the age of hemodialysis patients and the mean hemodialysis comfort score (r = -0.260, P = 0.011).

Conclusion:
The comfort level was significantly better in hemodialysis patients who were male, those without comorbid disease, and those who were younger. There is a need to periodically assess the comfort level of hemodialysis patients and intervene when necessary in order to improve their quality of life.
Management of 52 small bowel perforations following gunshot injury: A case report
Authors: Olaomi Oluwole Olayemi , Okoye Onyedika Godfrey , Umar Abubakar Ibrahim 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
Small bowel injury is one of the most common abdominal injuries following penetrating injuries and is usually secondary to gunshot, stab, or impalement injuries to the abdomen. We report a case of shotgun injury to the abdomen in a hemodynamically stable man. He had an emergency exploratory laparotomy, during which 52 small bowel perforations and 1 transverse colon perforation were found. He was managed by damage control surgery involving a temporary nonclosure of the anterior abdominal wall with resuscitation and a second look laparotomy after 48 h.
Prinsip-prinsip Pacaran Perjanjian Alkitabiah bagi Kaum Muda Kristen
Authors: Hermanto Yanto Paulus , Cyntiawati Dian 
Published: June 2024

Tuhan menciptakan manusia untuk hidup berpasangan. Pacaran merupakan tahapan seseorang mencari dan menemukan pasangan hidupnya. Ada etika dan norma yang berlaku dalam masyarakat dalam hal berpacaran. Demikian juga dalam kekristenan, Alkitab mengajarkan hubungan perjanjian yang konsisten dengan kebenaran Firman Tuhan. Penulis melakukan penelitian kualitatif dengan metode deskriptif untuk mengumpulkan data yang berkaitan dengan hubungan pacaran perjanjian sesuai dengan Alkitab dan melakukan observasi pada kaum muda gereja melalui studi perpustakaan. Hasil analisis data menunjukkan bahwa Alkitab mengajar orang Kristen tentang pacaran perjanjian. Sehingga rencana Tuhan dalam kehidupan bagi masa depannya digenapi, dan nama Tuhan dipermuliakan.
MANAGING CLINICAL PRACTICE ACTIVITIES OF STUDENTS AT CAN THO UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE AND PHARMACY, VIETNAM
Authors: Khiem Tran Binh , Dan Thai Cong , Tho Pham Kieu Anh , Trang Truong Quynh 
Published: June 2024

Humans’ healthcare demands have increasingly been high and require quality in medical examination, treatment and care. Therefore, health workforce training is required to ensure quality to meet those requirements. The graduates of health sciences must ensure the competencies that society needs. In training health sciences, clinical practice activities are considered the center of the training program. Clinical practice activities are considered a feature of medical training. In order for clinical practice activities to achieve the expected results, clinical practice activity management plays a decisive role in training, especially the clinical practice activities of students at universities of medicine and pharmacy. In order to improve the efficiency of management and enhance the quality of training at Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy (CTUMP), Vietnam, the issue “Managing clinical practice activities of students at Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy” was chosen for the research. The paper was carried out with the goal of researching the management of clinical practice activities of students at CTUMP to contribute to improving the quality of training in health sciences at the University, especially the quality of training in the clinical practice. Survey data was conducted on 370 participants belonging to four groups: managers, lecturers, medical staff and students. For the research results, the paper has systematized the theoretical basis for the activities, the management of clinical practice activities of students at CTUMP and the factors affecting the management of clinical practice activities of students. On that basis, the research surveyed the reality of activities and management of clinical practice activities of students at CTUMP. Through analyzing the survey results, the management of clinical practice activities of students at CTUMP is evaluated as quite good and there are many advantages. However, there are still some limited issues in managing students’ clinical practice activities. From those results, the study proposes some management measures to improve the limitations. In general, for clinical training activities to achieve results, scientifically managing clinical practice activities of students will contribute to enhancing the quality of students’ clinical practice, and increasing the quality of training the medical human resources at Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0387/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
CONTRIBUTORY PENSION SCHEME AND CONSUMPTION DECISIONS OF NON-DURABLE GOODS AMONG RETIRED FEDERAL CIVIL SERVNATS IN ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: Nwankwo Uche Victor , Chinecherem Uzonwanne Maria , Nwaogwugwu Uche , Nwokoye Ebele 
Published: June 2024

<p>The neglect suffered by retirees recently and the attendant consequences necessitated this research aimed at investigating the impact of contributory pension schemes on post-retirement consumption decisions of non-durable goods of retired federal civil servants in Anambra State. A sample of 500 respondents was drawn from two communities in the state, each from two local government areas of each senatorial zone of Anambra State, through stratified random sampling technique and purposive sampling technique, respectively. A test of the reliability of the research instruments was done using the Cronbach Alpha test statistic on a sample of 50 respondents for pilot testing which shows that it is more significant than 0.7, indicating that the research instruments were reliable. Data for the study were analysed using descriptive statistical tools and logistic regression techniques. Significant findings indicate that contributory pension scheme savings have a likelihood of positive and significant contributions to the consumption of non-durable goods. Similarly, further findings also indicate that higher education, higher income level, large family size, socio-economic responsibilities, unemployment, high-income level and poor health status are factors that have the likelihood of significantly influencing post-retirement consumption of non-durable goods in Anambra State. The study recommends, amongst others, the payment of living wage to workers to enable them to save and invest while still in active service so as not to depend solely on their contributory pension scheme when retired.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>JEL</strong>: J26, H55, D12, G22, I38, C83, D14, J14</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0727/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
EXPLORING STRATEGIES USED BY ENGLISH MAJORS IN CONSECUTIVE INTERPRETING FROM ENGLISH TO VIETNAMESE
Authors: Huyen To Thi Ngoc , Quyen Tran Thi Ngoc 
Published: June 2024

This study was carried out to examine English majors’ strategies when practicing consecutive interpreting from English to Vietnamese. A questionnaire related to 22 commonly used consecutive interpreting procedures was employed in the study in order to obtain valid results. Then, the researchers presented the questionnaire to 80 respondents, who are second- and fourth-year English majors at Tra Vinh University’s Schools of Foreign Languages. Following the collection and analysis of the data, the study revealed that the participants tended to employ techniques aimed at enhancing their consecutive interpretation skills. Moreover, there was no distinction between the two participant groups’ frequent use of different types of strategies. Based on the results obtained and the suggestions made for EFL lecturers, English majors, and additional research, this study will be an invaluable resource for future research on consecutive interpretation strategies.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0171/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
EXAMINING THE IMPACT OF COOPERATIVE LEARNING STRATEGIES ON STUDENT PERFORMANCE IN GEOGRAPHY, NINE YEARS BASIC EDUCATION PROGRAM, GS MUSHERI, MUSHERI SECTOR, RWANDA
Authors: Harindintwari James , Ntaganira Josue Michel , Mugunga Steven , Uwamahoro Betty 
Published: June 2024

The study concerns the impact of cooperative learning on students’ performance in Geography in nine years of primary education in Musheri Sector. The study used a descriptive survey design; 46 subjects were used as a sample from 230 as a target population. Stratified sampling and purpose sampling were used to get the sample size, questionnaires and interview guides were used to collect data, and Microsoft Excel was used to analyze the data. The study found that teachers use different cooperative learning methods, including jigsaw, think pair share, three-minute review, teamwork and group performance. The study found that 17.4% of the respondents revealed that teachers use round tables as the simple cooperative learning structure used in the G.S Musheri, enabling them to cover much content, build team spirit, and incorporate writing. Of 46 respondents, 36.9% indicated that the teacher's negative attitude led to the lack of effective use of corporative learning in the classroom. This was brought up by the issue of lack of teachers' motivation. The study recommends having assessments such as daily competitions, quizzes, tests, and other types of assessments to increase student performance. The study recommended that the government train teachers on cooperative learning skills as one way of helping students acquire knowledge, skills and attitudes and also to have continuous professional development for teachers on teaching and learning methods.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0977/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
EATING HABITS QUALITY AMONG COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION STUDENTS: BASIS FOR INTERVENTION PROGRAM
Authors: Angalan Danilo C. , Pardillo Gaudencio Jr. M. , Cortes Ariel C. , Galaura Lenziel L. 
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this quantitative research study is to determine the eating habits quality among College of Teacher Education students in a particular University in the Davao region as a basis for the proposed intervention program. The researchers use the descriptive survey research design to develop accurate results. The study is limited only to the College of Teacher Education students, where a sample population of 338 respondents was selected through quota sampling. Furthermore, the researchers utilize frequency and percentage to interpret data to determine the respondents’ demographic profile and eating habits quality. Hence, the study results revealed that the eating habits and quality of the respondents need monitoring and improvement, where the frequency of skipping meals among the respondents is high, and they are at risk of acquiring health-related problems. The researchers proposed an intervention program to monitor and improve the students’ eating habits. It involves the conduction of a monthly webinar seminar and the provision of a health help desk for all the CTE students to ensure the monitoring of their eating habits and food choices.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0711/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
TEACHER MOTIVATION AND LEARNERS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN THE SELECTED UGANDA PEOPLES’ DEFENCE FORCES FOUNDED PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN CENTRAL UGANDA
Authors: Kakiga Taremwa Deus , Kaggwa R. Victoria Tamale , Kasujja John Paul 
Published: June 2024

The study sought to establish the impact of teachers’ motivation on learners’ academic performance in the selected Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) schools in Central Uganda. Assessing the impact of financial motivation, indirect financial benefits/allowances, and non-financial rewards on pupils’ academic performance in the selected UPDF-founded primary schools had three specific objectives, namely financial motivation, indirect financial benefits/allowances and non-financial rewards. The study was based on a correlational design. Altogether, 144 teachers and 10 UPDF-founded primary school administrators were involved. These were sampled using simple random and purposive random sampling techniques. Data was collected using a self-administered questionnaire and interview guide. The hypotheses were analysed using Pearson’s correlation and thematic analysis methods. Findings revealed that there was a significant positive relationship between motivation and learners’ academic performance in the selected UPDF-founded primary schools in Central Uganda. The study concluded that financial and non-financial motivations, once provided, significantly relate to learners’ academic performance in the selected UPDF primary schools in Central Uganda. It is recommended that to enhance the academic performance of learners in the selected UPDF-founded primary schools, the MoDVA supported by the MoES, should create avenues of generating adequate finances internally and or externally to enhance teachers’ salaries, allowances and accommodation as one of the strategies to boost learners’ academic performance. School administrators together with stakeholders, should create avenues for recognizing teachers’ efforts, including but not limited to appreciating them during meetings and offering them extra responsibilities while at school.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0897/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS IN GREECE: THE PURSUIT FOR ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND ITS CONSEQUENCES IN EVERYDAY LIFE
Authors: Nikolakakos Nikos , Vergidis Dimitris 
Published: June 2024

The purpose of our study is to examine the consequences of the pursuit of academic qualifications by substitute teachers in Greece in their everyday lives. The data of our research came from conducting semi-structured interviews with 10 substitute teachers, 8 women and 2 men, of public elementary schools from different regions of Greece. From the analysis of the content of the interviews it emerged that the pursuit of academic qualifications has various negative consequences in the everyday life of substitute teachers. However, it also emerged that substitute teachers are able to mitigate these negative consequences in their everyday life, by adopting a discourse of resistance against the discourse of competition cultivated by the implementation of neoliberal policies in the field of education.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0751/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
MANAGING EXPERIENTIAL ACTIVITIES AT A PRIVATE PRIMARY SCHOOL IN HANOI, VIETNAM
Authors: Ha Thieu Thi Thu 
Published: June 2024

The 2018 General Education Program requires experiential learning in order to increase students' exposure to active learning, support them in applying their skills to real-world problem-solving, and foster their flexibility and adaptability. However, there are several restrictions and challenges when putting this new program into practice. This article investigates the current state of implementing and managing experiential activities at a private primary school in Hanoi, Vietnam; hence, it suggests solutions to improve the management of experiential activities.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0721/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
EXAMINATION OF QUALITY ASSURANCE MECHANISM IN HIGHER EDUCATION: COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF HIGHER EDUCATION FRAMEWORKS IN SOUTH KOREA AND MALAYSIA
Authors: Marnnoi Jakkrit , Jehma Hambalee , Marn-In Piya 
Published: June 2024

The Quality Assurance Agency plays a pivotal role in upholding the standards and quality of education worldwide. This systematic review, classified as a secondary study, undertook a rigorous content analysis of qualitatively obtained data. Additionally, it utilized a comparative analysis approach to scrutinize the intricacies of quality requirements and benchmarks for tertiary education set forth by leading governmental bodies across various nations, focusing particularly on South Korea and Malaysia. The study aimed to examine the frameworks, protocols, and methodologies employed by prominent state entities within educational institutions to supervise, evaluate, and improve quality standards in higher education. This endeavor will significantly contribute to advancing quality and standards in accordance with national development strategies, thus serving as a cornerstone for ongoing developmental efforts within the country.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0751/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
WESTERN EDUCATIONAL CONCEPTS IN AFRICA AGAIN? FUTURE SKILLS CONCEPT IN CAMEROONIAN HIGHER EDUCATION. AN ANALYSIS OF OPPORTUNITIES AND IMPLEMENTATION CONDITIONS
Authors: Ngoei Hamadou 
Published: June 2024

<p>This article introduces the educational concept of future skills to the Cameroonian higher education landscape. It examines the added value of this concept for higher education in general and Cameroonian higher education in particular, as well as the conditions for its implementation. The analysis shows that this concept can contribute to the development of personality and quality and to the promotion of sustainable student learning. In addition, it enriches competency-based teaching while facilitating the professionalisation and employability of graduates. In this sense, it could implicitly be considered as a means of combating youth unemployment in Cameroon. Its application in the Cameroonian context would require the creation of cross-disciplinary competency-based departments and a good digital and technological infrastructure.</p><p>Dieser Artikel führt das Bildungskonzept Future Skills in die kamerunische Hochschullandschaft ein. Er untersucht den Mehrwert dieses Konzepts für die Hochschulbildung im Allgemeinen und für die kamerunische Hochschulbildung im Besonderen sowie die Bedingungen für seine Umsetzung. Die Analyse zeigt, dass das Konzept zur Persönlichkeits- und Qualitätsentwicklung sowie zur Förderung eines nachhaltigen Lernens beitragen kann. Darüber hinaus bereichert es die kompetenzorientierte Lehre und erleichtert die Professionalisierung und Beschäftigungsfähigkeit der Absolvent*innen. In diesem Sinne kann es implizit als ein Mittel zur Bekämpfung der Jugendarbeitslosigkeit in Kamerun betrachtet werden. Seine Anwendung im kamerunischen Kontext würde die Schaffung von interdisziplinären, kompetenzbasierten Abteilungen und eine gute digitale und technologische Infrastruktur erfordern.</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0781/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
REFLECTION AS AN INSET TOOL FOR TEACHERS’ PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE 21ST CENTURY: A QUANTITATIVE STUDY
Authors: Tzotzou Maria , Poulou Maria , Karalis Thanassis , Ifanti Amalia 
Published: June 2024

The major importance of reflection to teachers’ professional development in the 21st century via the exploration and re-examination of perceptions, attitudes and practices related to their didactic and pedagogical work has been widely recognized in the scholarly literature. The purpose of this paper is to discuss an empirical study which investigates the extent to which reflection is used as an INSET tool for teachers’ professional development in the 21st century. The research questions examine whether in-service training (a) fosters teachers’ individual and collective reflection, (b) activates teachers’ reflection on their educational practices and (c) uses reflective methods/techniques which contribute to teachers’ professional development. To this end, the quantitative research method was selected to gather data via an online questionnaire answered by 290 in-service state-school primary teachers. According to the research findings, in-service training slightly or not at all implements reflective training practices to foster teachers’ individual and collective reflection on their educational work, which results in teachers’ low satisfaction with INSET methods and techniques. Furthermore, empirical data reveal that in-service training does not foster teachers’ reflection to encourage them to explore, re-examine and change their deep-rooted educational perceptions and practices, while the inadequate use of reflective training practices which could enable trainee teachers to perceive, understand and cope with the challenges emerging from their complicated role and mission in the 21st-century socio-educational context also results in INSET failure to contribute to teachers’ professional development in the 21st century. Findings raise implications for INSET review and reform regarding the implementation of more reflective training practices towards developing teachers’ reflective skills as a prerequisite to the 21st-century socio-educational transformation.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0720/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
DISCOVERING ENGLISH PRONUNCIATION DIFFICULTIES AND STRATEGIES: A CASE AT TRA VINH UNIVERSITY
Authors: Lei Thach Son , Trung Nguyen Thanh 
Published: June 2024

Pronunciation can take a crucial role in communication because unintelligible pronunciation may cause the conversers to misunderstand. Therefore, obtaining a clear accent plays a vital role in understanding the speakers' intended meaning. With this importance, the current study attempted to investigate the learners’ perception of English pronunciation and explore the pronunciation difficulties facing Vietnamese EFL students. Then, it also attempted to discover learners’ ideas on how they would like pronunciation to be instructed. In order to have the data for the investigation, the study applied the quantitative method by using a 5-point Likert scale to measure the level of students’ agreement in these three mentioned domains of investigation. A group of 49 second-year EFL students was employed at the School of Foreign Languages, School of Southern Khmer Language - Culture - Arts and Humanity, Tra Vinh University. They are studying English as a foreign language, and their major is English education. The results revealed that students agreed that learning pronunciation is difficult and strongly agreed with the ideas exhibited in the questionnaire on how pronunciation should be instructed. These results are used as recommendations for learning English pronunciation, and limitations of the study were also included.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0777/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>