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Insights from a study on non-submission of assignments: How can students best be supported?
Authors: King Samantha , Loddick Alison , Curtis Tim , Bhachu Deepak 
Published: October 2022

Non-submission of summative assignments has an impact on a significant minority of students but is not well understood (Prinsloo, 2019). At the University of Northampton, 70% of Integrated Foundation Year (IFY) students have a non-submission on their academic profile as they enter Level 4 and nearly 10% of all student assignments overall are not submitted (Coulson and Loddick, 2021). Students who fail to submit initially are offered a second submission point, but their grade is capped at 40%: data suggests that addressing this could close 50% of the GEM (Global Ethnic Majority) attainment gap.

A study was initiated in partnership with IFY academic staff to research into the experience and implications of non-submission of assignments for GEM and non-GEM students in IFY. The project aimed to understand the long-term implications in terms of academic outcomes through understanding why students fail to submit and how they recover from this. Data on student outcomes in recent years was interrogated and interviews were planned with current and former IFY students who had failed to submit at least one assignment. These interviews were conducted by existing IFY students to encourage an open dialogue. Following low levels of participation in the research, the project was widened by inviting all undergraduates who had failed to submit at least one assignment to complete a survey with open-ended questions exploring the non-submission. Insights from this study will be reported, which will inform the practice of both Learning Developers and lecturers. If we can offer timely and appropriate support, we may be able to promote assignment submission, which in turn could improve student retention. This would allow more students to achieve their goals and contribute to a sustainable model of higher education.
Leadership in learning development: who & how?
Authors: Buckley Carina 
Published: October 2022

Learning Development (LD) as a profession is predicated upon the values of collaboration and partnership, sharing practice and critical self-reflection. Working within this ethos, it can be difficult to recognise ourselves as leaders – particularly when the idea of leadership is often tied to line management, and promotion often results in movement out of learning development altogether. How, then, do we recognise leadership in learning development, much less embrace it for ourselves?
This presentation outlined findings, derived from interviews with 20 self-selecting members of the LD community, about conceptions and perceptions of leadership in LD. It examined what leadership looks like and who can be a leader by exploring learning developers’ conceptions of professional identity and networking, and confidence in those areas. The aim was to show delegates that the role of a leader has much in common with the values of LD, making it open to anybody with a purpose, a goal, and values. In so doing I posited that this is connected to the theme of wellbeing, as, if we feel recognised and valued for our work, then we are likely to be happier. I hoped to demonstrate that all learning developers have the capacity to be recognised and valued for their leadership.
Learning development 2030
Authors: Bickle Ed , Allen Steph , Mayer Marian 
Published: October 2022

Whilst the widening participation agenda and the impact of COVID-19 has arguably increased the importance of learning development (LD) within the UK Higher Education Sector, it is widely acknowledged that the role, and indeed title, of the learning developer varies greatly between institutions. Some staff are employed on academic contracts with research requirements, others not. Similarly, some staff are faculty based whilst others are employed within a central team. This means that as Bickle et al. (2021) explain: LD operates in a ‘third space’. The disparity within the profession has meant that the role of the learning developer is multi-faceted, reflected in Hilsdon’s (2011, p.14) definition of LD:

“Learning development is a complex set of multi-disciplinary and cross-disciplinary academic roles and functions, involving teaching, tutoring, research, and the design and production of learning materials […]”.

This workshop provided participants with an opportunity to untangle the complex LD web and map out ideas for the future of the LD profession. Acting as newspaper editors, participants got out their crystal balls and produced a front page of a newspaper in 2030 where the main headline has been dedicated to the field of LD. Perhaps a LD staff member has won a prestigious award, maybe LD has received some form of international recognition. After presenting their front pages, participants engaged in a discussion around how as a profession we can achieve some of these aspirations. Participants took ideas with them that they could apply to their own practice.
Supporting students with the transition to university in a Covid world: expectations and reality
Authors: Hood Sonia , Powell Edward 
Published: October 2022

In the spring of 2021 concerns were being raised in the Teaching and Learning community at the University of Reading regarding the incoming cohort of students. With such disruption to their education would they be adequately prepared for university level study? What impact would this, in turn, have on support services, like Study Advice, and retention and progression rates? And what of our returning students? Are they adequately prepared for the academic challenges they will face at the next level of study? As a result, a University wide working group was established to research the issue and offer solutions to support students and staff with the 2021 transition of our new and returning students. This paper will report on the findings from focus groups with year 13 students and 6th form tutors, and questionnaire data gathered from our current students during the summer of 2021. It will highlight the perceived academic strengths and development areas from their various perspectives and their beliefs as to what issues they will face with transitioning to the next level. We will share our University response to this; how we supported students with their academic transition this academic year. Finally, we will report whether our predictions as to what students would present to Study Advice this year materialised; how we believe Covid will continue to affect students in the coming years; and how that in turn will affect demand levels and types of support we as a Learning Development service will offer.
Durability Study on the Red mud-based Ternary Blended Geopolymer Concrete
Authors: Chakrapani Eti T , Ramesh Kode V , Potharaju M 
Published: October 2022

Concrete made with geopolymer technology is thought to be both pro-ecological and minimal cost-effective. Geopolymer concrete manufacture aids in the conversion of industrial by-product materials into reusable products. Geopolymer concrete outperforms OPC concrete in terms of strength. The ternary blended high-molarities (12M) geopolymer concrete used in this experiment was made of red mud (RM), fly ash (FA), and Ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS). The current study intended to establish the best ratio of RM - FA - GGBFS -based ternary geopolymer concrete. The compressive strength, split tensile strength, and flexural strength tests were performed to determine the strength properties and water absorption, permeability, and sorptivity tests determined the durability characteristics. The results showes that the proportions of RM-based ternary GPC with RM: FA:GGBFS in 45:35:20 ratio resulted in a significant increase in the synthesis. This resulting in improved mechanical and microstructural properties than the other proportions. Higher results were also seen at the aforementioned ratio in the chemical analysis performed on the ternary-based geopolymer paste to determine the maximum pH value. The study's findings are encouraging sustainable and cost-effective routes for dealing with the industrial by-products that are presently produced in multiple regions.
The Demographic Dividend As A Pathway To Development: The Role of Fertility and Education in Sub-Saharan Africa. A Narrative Review
Authors: Osei-Appaw Akosua , Christian Aaron 
Published: October 2022

Purpose: Sub-Saharan African countries are experiencing rapid population growth. This is essential in achieving the Demographic Dividend. Age structure, fertility and education play a key role in the achievement of the Demographic Dividend. Although gains from age structure are crucial, its gains are not automatic. However, the inter-relatedness of fertility and education makes a reduction in fertility a cause and effect on investments in education.
Methodology: This narrative review looks at studies discussing the Demographic Dividend from a development theory point of view. It is an attempt to explain how different countries within Sub-Saharan Africa are faring due to the inter-play between fertility and education.
Findings: The results highlight how the Demographic Dividend is really an Educational Dividend. It also shows a negative correlation between education and fertility across regions and time. The political environment with emphasis on good governance plays a key role in harnessing the Demographic Dividend. Aside this, a fertility decline alone could worsen the existing economic conditions if it is not in tandem with higher education rates among young adults. This is in line with Ester Boserup’s view of seeing population as a resource.
Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy (recommendation): A conducive political environment attracts investments and creates room for entrepreneurship and job creation which are necessary to be able to harness the Demographic Dividend. There’s the need to however, look at the definition of working age group and conditions necessary to promote entrepreneurship.
Speech Acts Analysis of Prophecies and their Influence on the Clients.
Authors: Awogya Awogya Rosemary , Abdulai Abdulai Issah , Kufiah Charles Wese 
Published: October 2022

Purpose: This paper examines the speech acts performed in prophecy by Prophets in Ghana.
Methodology: Qualitative data was used comprising two prophesies and two directions of four prophets in the study. Appropriate data for the study has been elicited through audio recording of a T.V broadcasting of Prophecies by some selected prophets. The data obtained has been autographically transcribed and translated into English for easy analysis.
Findings: The results show that speech acts such as assertives, commissives, directives, expressives and declaratives are all performed in prophecies. The study also reveals that the prophets are perceived to be ‘destiny changers’ without them, their ‘clients’ will not have salvation (Quayesi-Amakye, (2013). This explains why these people rely so much on prophets and become inactive and helpless to themselves.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy and Practice: The study is creating the awareness of the general public to how end-time prophets employ language to exploit their church members, for that matter the general public. Austin (1969) in his book, ‘How to do Things with Words’ talks about locutionary act, illocutionary force and per illocutionary effect of words on individuals. The study therefore cautions the general public to face the problems of life head on and not the problems of life head on and not to fall prey to these religious charlatans (Quayesi-Amakye (2013).
Influence of Assessment Practices on Business Education Students’ Academic Performance in Nigerian Colleges of Education
Authors: Ademiluyi Lawrence F , Akinlabi David A 
Published: October 2022

Purpose: Serious complaints from lecturers and students concerning lackadaisical approach to assessment informed the decision of the researchers to examine the influence of assessment practices on business education students’ academic performance in colleges of education in Southwest Nigeria. Two purposes, two research questions and two null hypotheses guided the study.
Methodology: The study adopted the descriptive survey research design while the population of the study consisted of 200 business education lecturers and 2000 Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) final year regular students registered for the 2020/2021 academic session. The sample comprised 132 lecturers as well as 322 students. The multi-stage sampling technique incorporating purposive sampling and simple random sampling techniques were used to select the sample for the study. The instruments for data collection Students Academic Performance Proforma (SAPP) coupled with lecturers and students questionnaires titled; Influence of Assessment Practices on Business Education Students’ Academic Performance Questionnaire (IAPBESAPQ). The Cronbach Alpha formula was used to establish the internal consistency reliability coefficients of 0.77 for lecturers’ questionnaire and 0.78 for students’ questionnaire. The data collected were analyzed using frequency tables, mean, standard deviation, t-test statistics and linear regression analysis.
Findings: The study found that, end of semester examination (ESE) (Mean = 4.00, SD = 0.61), written tests (Mean = 3.93, SD = 0.45) classroom exercises (Mean = 3.73, SD = 0.44) and take-home assignment (Mean = 3.60, SD = 0.53) are the most commonly adopted assessment practices by business education lecturers in colleges of education. It was also revealed that assessment practices have significant influence on academic performance (F (1.452) = 1.609, p = 0.205) of business education students in colleges of education.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy and Practice: Finally, it was recommended among others that business education lecturers in colleges of education should adopt assessment practices that elicit autonomy, engagement, high-order thinking and increased proficiency in skill courses. As a contribution to theory, practice and policy, this study exposed an urgent need for a paradigm shift from traditional assessment practices to competency-based assessment practices which are essential ingredients for survival and advancement in this era of globalization.
Effect of Production System on Chemical Composition and Macro-Minerals of Sudanese camels Milk
Authors: Adam Yasir Salah Ibrahim , Younis El-rasheed Mhammed , Khogali Khogali Mahmoud 
Published: October 2022

Purpose: This study was conducted to determine the production system effect on camel milk composition and macro-elements content in Sudan.
Methodology: Sample purchased from camel milk production markets (Albutana- Tumbool, Kordfan-Elobied, and Khartoum-Alsalam market) in 6 replicates.
Findings: There were no difference in moisture, and protein % among camel milk from different area, on the other hand there were significantly different in fat and ash content % with highest values for Khartoum camel milk and lowest values for Kordofan camel milk. Macro-minerals (Na, K, Mg, Ca, and P) content in camel milk were determined and there was different content. Ca, Na, K, Mg and P higher in Khartoum camel milk and lowest content values for Kordofan camel milk. The study was extended to determine soil macro-elements contents in Albutana and Kordofan areas which were fed by grazing system, and ignored soil in Khartoum whereas camels lives in a farm.
Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: Camels produce more milk of high nutritional quality and for a longer period of time than other species in an environment that might be rightly termed as hostile in terms of extreme temperature, drought and lack of pasture, in Sudan camel’s milk constitutes the sole diet of camel herders for considerable periods and they rely completely on camel’s milk for more than month without having drinking water especially during the migratory routes. Camel milk from different areas and production system had different chemical content in fat and ash % and similar in moisture and protein %, within the same season. However, macro-minerals in camel milk increasing by soil macro minerals contents specially on grazing system.
STUDI META-ANALISIS: FAKTOR RISIKO KEJADIAN PNEUMONIA PADA BALITA DI INDONESIA TAHUN 2016-2021
Authors: Anjaswanti Rizky Novita , Azizah R. , Leonita Acknes 
Published: October 2022

ABSTRACT
Pneumonia coverage in Indonesia from 2010-to 2014 ranged from 20-to 30%, and from 2015-to 2019 has increased. The increased incidence of pneumonia in toddlers can be caused by various factors, including parental behavior, smoking habits by family members, and the environment around toddlers. So, more research is needed related to several types of factors that trigger pneumonia in children. This meta-analysis study aimsto study risk factors such as exclusive breast milk, family members' smoking behavior, and home occupancy density against the incidence of pneumonia in toddlers. The statistical methods in this study combined 44 selected articles of quantitative research results by looking for effect sizes using JASP software version 0.14.1. Selected papers sourced from Google Scholar, Science Direct and Pubmed are sorted according to inclusion and exclusion criteria. The results of the meta-analysis showed that the number of family members who smoked increased the odds 2,585 times greater for pneumonia in toddlers, exclusive breast milk increased the odds 1,934 times greater, and occupancy density increased the chances by 1,934 times greater. The study concluded that all variables increase the likelihood of pneumonia in toddlers, so it is necessary to promote and counsel about exclusive breast milk coverage, reduce the smoking behavior of family members, and pay attention to home occupancy density and home sanitation.
ABSTRAKCakupan pneumonia di Indonesia pada tahun 2010-2014 berkisar antara 20-30% dan sejak tahun 2015-2019 mengalami peningkatan. Meningkatnya kejadian pneumonia pada balita dapat disebabkan oleh berbagai faktor, termasuk perilaku orang tua, kebiasaan merokok oleh anggota keluarga, dan lingkungan di sekitar balita. Sehingga perlu dilakukan penelitian lebih lanjut terkait beberapa jenis faktor yang memicu terjadinya pneumonia pada anak. Studi meta-analisis ini bertujuan untuk mempelajari faktor risiko seperti ASI eksklusif, perilaku merokok anggota keluarga, dan kepadatan hunian rumah terhadap kejadian pneumonia pada balita. Metode statistik dalam studi ini menggabungkan 44 artikel yang terpilih hasil penelitian kuantitatif dengan mencari ukuran efek atau effect size menggunakan perangkat lunak JASP versi 0.14.1. Artikel yang terpilih bersumber dari Google Scholar, Science Direct, dan Pubmed, diurutkan sesuai dengan kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi. Hasil meta-analisis menunjukkan bahwa terdapatnya anggota keluarga yang merokok 2.585 (95% CI:0.69-1.21; p=0.056), tidak ASI eksklusif 1.934 (95% CI:0.46-0.86; p=0.512), kepadatan hunian meningkatkan peluang 1.934 (95% CI:0.42-0.91; p=0.512) untuk terjadinya pneumonia pada balita. Studi ini menyimpulkan bahwa semua variabel meningkatkan peluang terjadinya pneumonia pada balita, sehingga perlu ditingkatan promosi dan konseling mengenai cakupan ASI eksklusif, mengurangi perilaku merokok anggota keluarga, dan memperhatikan kepadatan hunian rumah serta sanitasi rumah.
EVALUASI CAPAIAN PEMBERIAN FE PADA REMAJA PUTRI TULUNGAGUNG MELALUI KEGIATAN MAGANG MAHASISWA
Authors: Intan Rujaby Widadari , Mahmudiono Trias , Krisdyana Bekti 
Published: October 2022

ABSTRACT
Introduction: Low Fe coverage in young women can cause health problems such as anemia. The prevalence of anemia in Indonesia is higher in adolescent girls than in adolescent boys by 27.2%. This study aims to determine the causes of low Fe administration in young women and provide innovation proposals related to these causes. Method: This study uses a qualitative method with a type of case study research. This research was conducted from January 31, 2022 to March 16, 2022 at the Tulungagung District Health Office. This study uses primary and secondary data. The analysis is carried out by means of a fishbone diagram to find the root cause of the problem. Result: In the area of the Health Office of Tulungagung Regency, the lowest nutritional problem was found in the coverage of young women who received Blood Supplement Tablets (TTD)/Fe at 3.3%. This achievement is still relatively low compared to the target of the National Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJMN) in 2021, which is 52%. Based on the research conducted, the causes of low Fe administration in young women include several factors. Discussion: Due to the problem of low Fe coverage in Tulungagung District, public health students made an innovation proposal in the form of a reputation program, which aims to increase the provision of Fe to young women, especially in Tulungagung District.
ABSTRAK
Latar Belakang: Rendahnya cakupan Fe pada remaja putri dapat menyebabkan masalah kesehatan seperti anemia. Prevalensi anemia di Indonesia lebih banyak pada remaja putri dibandingkan remaja laki-laki sebesar 27,2%. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui penyebab rendahnya pemberian Fe pada remaja putri dan memberikan usulan inovasi terkait penyebab tersebut. Metode: Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan jenis penelitian studi kasus. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan pada tanggal 31 Januari 2022 hingga 16 Maret 2022 di Dinas Kesehatan Kabupaten Tulungagung. Penelitian ini menggunakan data primer dan data sekunder. Analisis yang dilakukan dengan cara diagram tulang ikan untuk menemukan akar penyebab masalah. Hasil: Di wilayah Dinas Kesehatan Kabupaten Tulungagung ditemukan masalah gizi terendah adalah cakupan remaja putri yang menerima Tablet Tambah Darah (TTD)/Fe sebesar 3,3%. Pencapaian ini masih relatif rendah dibandingkan dengan target Rencana Pembangunan Jangka Menengah Nasional (RPJMN) tahun 2021, yaitu 52%. Berdasarkan penelitian yang dilakukan, penyebab rendahnya pemberian Fe pada remaja putri meliputi beberapa faktor. Kesimpulan: Adanya masalah rendahnya cakupan Fe di Kabupaten Tulungagung, maka mahasiswa kesehatan masyarakat membuat proposal inovasi berupa Program Reputasi yang bertujuan untuk meningkatkan pemberian Fe pada remaja putri khususnya di kabupaten Tulungagung.