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Socioeconomic Determinants Of Couple Life Duration Among Divorced Women Of Reproductive Age In Natore District, Bangladesh, Md Nazrul Islam Mondal

Journal of Demography

As the divorce rate has risen globally, many social scientists have been trying to understand the factors that hold marriages together or contribute to divorce. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the socioeconomic factors affecting the marriage duration of reproductive-aged women in Natore District; Bangladesh, with a cross-sectional study conducted in 2020 in Lalpur Upazila. Data were collected from 426 divorced women of reproductive-age (15-49 years) in face-to-face interviews using a snowball sampling technique through a structured questionnaire. A bivariate analysis was used to identify the factors associated with marriage duration. The effects of each associated factor on the length …

ผู้หญิงในโลกดิจิทัลกับสื่อไม่ปลอดภัย: มุมมองทางประชากรและสังคม, Pychaniphat Wichaino, Phanarin Namphet

Journal of Demography

In a wide range of networked societies, going digital is a dynamic social phenomenon that brings risks exposure to unsafe media. This article studied the knowledge of issues related to unsafe media through demographic and social perspectives. It aims to understand the digital lifestyle and ways to mitigate the risk of unsafe media for women in the digital world. This quantitative research-based study collected data from 541 questionnaires completed by female digital denizens, and the data were analyzed using statistical methods.

In the context of unsafe media, the research found that population of women in the digital world can divided …

Women’S Empowerment As A Determinant Of Child’S Nutrition: Evidence From A Cambodia Demographic And Health Survey, Vatana Chea, Socheata Sar

Journal of Demography

Does the empowerment of women improve a child’s long-term health outcome? Although the relationship seems intuitive in daily life, most studies done globally have found no association. This paper explicates the relationship between women’s empowerment and children’s malnutrition by taking Cambodia as a case study and adding new empirical evidence to the debate. Data were drawn from the Cambodia Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) 2014, with a sample of 4,118 children nationwide. To measure children’s nutritional status, this study employed the WHO’s height-for-age (HFA) and weight-for-age (WFA) metrics, and at the same time, used the Survey-Based Women’s emPowERment Index (SWPER), …

Detecting Differential Rater Severity In A High-Stakes Efl Classroom Writing Assessment: A Many-Facets Rasch Measurement Approach, Apichat Khamboonruang

PASAA

Differential rater severity (DRS), one prevalent case of differential rater functioning (aka rater bias or rater interaction) effects, manifests itself when a rater assigns unusually severe or lenient ratings, threatening the validity and fairness of ratermediated assessment. Building on a many-facets Rasch measurement (MFRM) approach, this study aimed to detect whether teachers exercised DRS towards rating criteria and student subgroups (classroom, proficiency, and gender) in a high-stakes EFL classroom writing examination. Data were collected from three teachers who applied a four-point fivecriteria analytic rubric to rate opinion essays written by 42 English-major undergraduates during the examination. Main findings revealed that …

Development And Use Of Cefr Based Self-Assessment In A Thai Tertiary Context, Chatraporn Piamsai

PASAA

Self-assessment is an alternative assessment that can assess one’s language ability, and it has been widely used, especially in classroom contexts. However, recent research has suggested different results regarding the correlation between student selfassessment and language performance. The accuracy of student assessment depends on various factors and contexts. Yet, research on self-assessment has revealed great benefits of this form of assessment for students and stakeholders. The present study’s objective was to explore how Thai university students rated themselves using the developed CEFR-based self-assessment grid. It also aimed to investigate the correlation between student self-assessment and their scores on a university …

Washback Effect Of School-Based Assessment (Sba) On Malaysia Secondary School Students’ English Language Learning, Nur Farisya Amylia Mohd Salleh, Vahid Nimehchisalema, Ilyana Jalaluddin, Jayakaran Mukundan

PASAA

This paper reports on the washback effects of Malaysia’s School-Based Assessment (SBA) on Form 4 students after almost a decade of its implementation in the country. It critically examines how SBA has affected Form 4 students’ overall perceptions about the learning of the English language at school. This study also investigates the challenges that the students are facing with SBA in their school. In this sequential explanatory study, the data were collected via three methods: questionnaires, interviews, and classroom observations. It was found that there was a presence of positive washback in the students’ perceptions of and attitudes towards SBA. …

English Language Assessment Practice In Vietnam: Interplay Between Macro And Micro Context, Quynh Thi Ngoc Nguyen, Susan Sheehan, Chi Thi Nguyen, Hoa Quynh Nguyen, Thao Thi Phuong Nguyen, Thuy Thai, Yen Thi Quynh Nguyen, Hien Thi Thu Tran, Sao Bui

PASAA

Context has been recognized to exert a significant influence on language policy and planning (e.g., Cross, 2009; Gorsuch, 2000; Köksal & Şahin, 2012) as well as on teachers’ decisions in the field of English language teaching and assessment (e.g., Fulmer et al., 2015; Shulman & Shulman, 2004). However, research on the interface among various contextual factors seems to receive limited attention. In the hope of contributing to the literature on context-related research and understanding the current landscape of English language assessment practice in Vietnam, this paper aims to look into the interaction between the macro (i.e., nationwide English language assessment …

Language Assessment Literacy: Thai Efl Lecturers’ Language Assessment Knowledge, Beliefs, And Practices, Pariwat Imsa-Arda, Supong Tangkiengsirisina

PASAA

Language assessment literacy (LAL) remains an uncharted area for many English language lecturers, hindering their ability to effectively bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in language assessment within the classroom setting. This research aimed to investigate the language assessment literacy of Thai EFL university lecturers, with a focus on the reciprocal relationship between their knowledge and beliefs and their assessment practices. Employing a multistage sampling method, the study involved 152 Thai EFL university lecturers from eight public universities in Thailand. Participants completed a language assessment literacy questionnaire and assessment practice inventory. The findings indicated that the majority …

Doulingo English Test: An Alternative Online English Proficiency Test, Heng Lu

PASAA

The test view is on the Duolingo English Test (DET), an alternative online English proficiency test with a machine-driven characteristic. The review covers essential information of the DET such as test purpose, usage, score-mapping with CEFR scale, price, and publisher. Meanwhile, the test usefulness is discussed with focuses on reliability, content validity, and impact. Both good points and weaknesses are illustrated. Furthermore, the view tries to criticize the AI algorithm issues in test content and score rating.

Idea Sharing Crafting Item Difficulty In Toefl Ibt Listening Tests, Alan Shaw

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The Development Of Blue Light Activated Methacrylated Hyaluronic Acid Hydrogel For Drug Delivery System, Puree Chaopanitcharoen, Nirada Dhanesuan, Jittima Amie Luckanagul, Sorasun Rungsiyanont

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Objective: The aim of this study was to develop blue light-activated methacrylated hyaluronic acid (MeHA) hydrogel for further used as biomaterials-delivering system in the tissue engineering field. Materials and Methods: The MeHA hydrogel was synthesized with various concentrations of lithium phenyl-2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl phosphonate (LAP) added as a photoinitiator. The hydrogel was then exposed to several durations of 480 nm blue light to promote proper crosslinking. Physical properties including surface morphology under scanning electron microscopy (SEM), gelation time, swelling properties, and protein-releasing profiles were determined. Results: It was found that LAP at 15 mg/L per 100 mg/L of MeHA …

Design, Development, And Characterization Of Posaconazole Ethosomal In Situ Gel, Digambar Sawwashe, Rutuja Dattatray Chougale, Gitesh Gavande, Kiran Shivaji Patil, Shalaka Patki, John Disouza, Ashok Hajare

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Objective: This study aimed to develop an innovative ocular delivery system for posaconazole (PSC) using a gellan gum-based in situ ethosomal formulation, addressing the challenges posed by the poor solubility of PSC and the need for an effective treatment for fungal keratitis. Materials and Methods: Ethosomes were prepared using a thin-film hydration method with a mixture of ethanol, soya phosphatidylcholine, and cholesterol. A 3² factorial design was employed, with soya phosphatidylcholine (X₁) and cholesterol (X₂) concentrations as independent variables, and particle size (Y₁) and % entrapment efficiency (Y₂) as …

Cytotoxicity And Antioxidative Effects Of Individual Components In A Traditional Thai Polyherbal Remedy Called Prompak, Bhudsaban Sukkarn, Bhanuz Dechayont, Jirun Wongpung, Ramon Aphibanpathomrath

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Prompak is a traditional Thai polyherbal remedy for curing symptoms found in gastrointestinal (GI) cancer. This study aimed to evaluate the anticancer potentials of individual ingredients of Prompak, i.e., Myristica fragrans, Euphorbia antiquorum, Piper nigrum, Aloe vera, Ferula assa-foetida, Moringa oleifera, and camphor. Sulforhodamine B assay was used to evaluate the cytotoxicity of each ingredient against KATO-III, LS 174T, HepG2 cancer cells, and HaCaT normal cells. The antioxidant activity of each herb was examined using ABTS and 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) assays. The ethanolic extract of E. antiquorum showed the highest cytotoxicity with the most considerable selectivity against HepG2, KATO-III, and …

Incidence And Risk Factors Associated With Febrile Neutropenia In Acute Myeloid Leukemia Patients During Induction Phase, Thitichaya Penthinapong, Adisak Tantiworawit, Donlaya Trakoonchai, Tanatchaporn Sornsong, Jukapun Yoodee

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Background: Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) with febrile neutropenia (FN) had a higher incidence among hematologic malignancies. The varied incidence and risk factors predictive of FN among patients with AML were reported. Hence, this study aimed to evaluate the incidence and risk factors associated with FN in AML patients who underwent the induction phase of chemotherapy. Material and Methods: In this retrospective cohort study, patients who were newly diagnosed with AML and receiving the induction phase of the idarubicin/cytarabine 3+7 regimen or 2+5 were included between January 2008 and December 2021. The primary outcome was an incidence of FN. …

Comparing The Accuracy And Referencing Of Chatgpt’S Responses To Herbal Medicine Queries: A Zero-Shot Versus Roleplay Prompting Approach, Anchisa Poonprasartporn, Piyamaporn Uttaranakorn, Raweewan Chuaybamroong

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Objectives: This study aims to assess the accuracy of answers generated by ChatGPT-3.5 using zero-shot and roleplay prompts in response to questions about herbal medicine from clinical pharmacists. In addition, we aim to evaluate the quality of text responses when ChatGPT-3.5 is prompted to provide references for the given answers. Materials and Methods: ChatGPT-3.5, developed by OpenAI in San Francisco, is an advanced artificial intelligence chatbot that utilizes a large language model to generate text resembling human-like responses. In this study, a total of 90 questions were posed to ChatGPT-3.5, and the accuracy of its responses was compared using both …

A Validated Stability-Indicating High-Performance Liquid Chromatography-Photodiode Array Method For The Evaluation Of Extemporaneous Compounded Formulations Prepared From Isoniazid Substances And Tablets, Sudaporn Wongwan, Nithima Kharomprat, Suporn Charumanee, Nantaka Khorana

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Objectives: The objectives of the study are to develop and validate a stability-indicating method for evaluating the stability of extemporaneous oral liquid formulations containing 50 mg/mL isoniazid (INH) prepared from INH drug substances and INH tablets. Materials and Methods: The optimized high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) conditions included a C18 column (250 mm × 4.6 mm, 5 μm), a flow rate of 1 mL/min, a column temperature of 30°C, and a detection wavelength of 254 nm. The separations were performed using a gradient HPLC system, employing acetonitrile and water as the mobile phases. The method was validated according to …

Bioactive Phytochemicals From Ephedra: An Updated Review, Manish Kumar, Praveen Kumar, Amardeep Kaur, Sandeep Kaur, Satwinderjeet Kaur

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Ephedra is a genus of gymnosperms that belongs to the Ephedraceae family and order Gnetales. The majority of Ephedra species grow as shrubs and is found in arid and semiarid climates across the world. Ephedra intermedia, Ephedra gerardiana, Ephedra alata, Ephedra aphylla, Ephedra foliata, Ephedra campylopoda, and others are some of the most common Ephedra species. Ephedra spp. are used for therapeutic purposes in many regions of the globe as a stimulant, diaphoretic, antiasthmatic, respiratory sedative, and also for digestive system problems, fever, flu, cough therapy, and so on. Phenolics, flavonoids, alkaloids, volatile organic compounds, and other phytochemicals have …

Optimization And Characterization Of Indomethacin-Loaded Plai Oil Microemulsion Using A 23 Full Factorial Design, Suwit Khajitkhajonwong, Warunee Leesajakul

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

This study aimed for the optimized plai oil microemulsion in the presence and absence of indomethacin using a 2³ full factorial design. Independent variables were weight ratios of surfactant to cosurfactant, the addition of indomethacin, and the concentration of surfactantcosurfactant mixture. Physicochemical properties of formulations were characterized. In vitro skin permeation through shed snakeskin as well as formulation stability was evaluated. The obtained formulations were transparent, homogenous yellowish microemulsions with o/w type. The average particle sizes were in the range of 44.57–92.70 nm. All three variables played a significant role in decreasing the skin permeation flux of terpinen-4-ol. Both …

Guidelines For Enhancing The Success Of Online Learning For Undergraduate Students At The Faculty Of Education, Ramkhamhaeng University, Darunee Tippayakulpairoj

Journal of Education Studies

Instructors in higher education increasingly use technologies for instruction; therefore, undergraduate students are able to access and engage in online learning more conveniently. This study was divided into two phases; the first phase consisted of an analysis of the online learning characteristics of undergraduate students and validation of the causal model for the online learning success of undergraduate students. A total of 607 undergraduate students who studied in the Faculty of Education at Ramkhamhaeng University were selected through stratified random sampling according to year level. The research instrument employed was a questionnaire, and data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, one-way …

The Development Of The Credit Bank System Mechanism Model For The Management Of Lifelong Learning Education At Chiang Rai Rajabhat University, Sivaporn Songsaen

Journal of Education Studies

The objective of this research was to develop the mechanism model for driving the credit bank system for the management of lifelong learning education at Chiang Rai Rajabhat University. There was a sample group of 22 people consisting of experts in lifelong education management, executives of Chiang Rai Rajabhat University, deans of all faculties, colleges, schools, and directors of work related to the lifelong education system. Method of conducting research by studying, analyzing, and collecting information on principles, concepts, and developments of foreign and domestic credit accumulation systems. The results of the study were then used to develop a mechanism …

Science Teacher Conceptions In Socio-Scientific Issues And Science Learning Management During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Pathomrat Khuha, Sirinapa Kijkuaku

Journal of Education Studies

This qualitative research aimed to investigate the science teachers’ conceptions in socio-scientific issues and how they use these concepts in science learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. The researcher used interpretative ethnography method according to 3 research instruments: a semi-structured interview, an audio recording and a questionnaire. The participants were 9 in-service teachers from a science teacher community in a school. The findings indicated there was more than 50% of teachers that had correct concepts and were able to manage learning by using socio-scientific issues. However, the researchers could distinguish 9 teachers into 4 groups as follows; group 1) who can …

Development Of Educational Management Indicators In The Digital Age For Secondary Schools, Panutda Siriphattanakul

Journal of Education Studies

The purpose of this research were to 1) develop of educational management indicators in the digital age. 2) to test the consistency of educational management indicators in the digital age based on a certain conceptual framework, related researches and empirical data. 3) testing measurement invariance across groups. It is development research consisting of 3 steps : Step1; develop of educational management indicators, the sample consisted of 356 administrators and teachers. The research instrument was a questionnaire 1 with .97 reliability coefficient.The analyses were; exploratory factor analysis : first order and second order. Step2; to test the educational management indicators model, …

Effects Of Game-Based Learning On Student Engagement And Academic Achievement Of Metabolism Of Biomolecules In The First Year Nursing Students, Aranya Boontham, Rossukon Charoensatsiri

Journal of Education Studies

Although the study of the metabolism of biomolecules is difficult, complicated and many students failed the exam, it is fundamental knowledge for first-year nursing students to understand and apply professionally in the future. This research used game-based learning to increase student engagement and learning outcomes for 150 first-year nursing students in Phrapokklao Nursing College, Chanthaburi. Several platforms and games were used to teach four chapters, including carbohydrate, lipid, protein and nucleic metabolism, with each chapter receiving 2 hours of classroom instruction in addition to self-study review. The research instruments consisted of measures of student engagement, pre-test and post-test assessments of …

Confirmatory Factor Analysis Of Self-Directed Learning Of Undergraduate Students At Faculty Of Education, Ramkhamhaeng University, Roongporn Klyprayong

Journal of Education Studies

Individuals with self-directed learning can develop maturity and adaptability for change, contributing to the development of lifelong learning skills. In this research, the researcher examines (1) the self-directed learning behaviors of undergraduate students at the Faculty of Education, Ramkhamhaeng University; and analyzes (2) the confirmatory factors of self-directed learning of the undergraduate students under study. The study was conducted with the sample population of 580 subjects using the technique of stratified random sampling. Data were analyzed using second order confirmatory factor analysis. Findings are as follows. (1) The undergraduate students under investigation exhibited self-directed learning behaviors at a high level …

The Development Of Learning Activities To Promote Learning Achievement In Thai For Communication Using The Concept Of Contemplative Education Supplemented By Social Engineers For Undergraduate Students, Sasipong Srisawat, Parichat Promson

Journal of Education Studies

The purposes of this research were to: 1) develop learning activities to enhance learning achievement in Thai language for communication according to contemplative education with social engineers for undergraduate students to meet the standard efficiency index set at 80/80. 2) compare the learning achievement of students before and after taking the treatment, and 3) study the students' satisfaction with learning activities. The research instruments were learning activity packages, a learning achievement test, and a satisfaction assessment form. The sample group in this research consisted of 50 students enrolled in the first semester of the academic year 2022 in a Thai …

The Effects Of Using Learning Activities Based On Design Thinking Process With Family And Community Engagement To Enhance Learning And Innovation Skills For Grade 11 Students, Pratheep Khongcharoen, Wareerat Kaewurai, Pakamas Boonphuak

Journal of Education Studies

The purposes of this study were to study grade 11 students’ learning and innovation skills after implementing learning activities based on design thinking process with family and community engagement. Furthermore, it compared the Grade 11 students’ learning and innovation skills between post-test and the criterion (70 percent). The study also aimed to investigate the Grade 11 students’ satisfaction towards the learning activities based on design thinking process with family and community engagement. This research used a quasi-experimental research methodology with a one group posttest only design. The samples consisted of 35 Grade 11 students, who were divided into 10 groups. …

Implementation Of A Cancer Education Program In Rural Counties With The Lowest Hpv Vaccination Rates And Health Rankings, Sarah Arezo, Shillpa Naavaal, Charlotte Garrett, Marcie S. Wright, Vanessa B. Sheppard, Michael A. Preston

Journal of Health Research

Background: Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI). To address STIs, one rural county public school district developed a series of Family Life Programs to educate pre-teens about pertinent health information. The Schooling Cancer Program (SCP) was developed in partnership with the local Cancer Research and Resource Center to raise awareness about cancer risk factors including HPV-related cancers and HPV prevention methods.

Methods: We collected a post-evaluation survey from students who attended a SCP session at one of the targeted middle schools. The SCP educated students about topics focusing on healthy lifestyles. The survey asked students’ …

Collaborative Efforts In Smoking Cessation Clinics: An Evaluation Of Healthcare Professionals' Contributions In Thailand, Chayutthaphong Chaisai, Kednapa Thavorn, Somkiat Wattanasirichaigoon, Suthat Rungruanghiranya, Araya Thongphiew, Piyameth Dilokthornsakul, Shaun Wen Huey Lee, Nathorn Chaiyakunapruk

Journal of Health Research

Background: Thailand implemented the FAH-SAI Clinic smoking cessation service program in 2010, which provides services through a multidisciplinary team. However, the contribution of each healthcare professional in terms of activity frequency and time spent has not been formally assessed, and the appropriate incentive compensation needs to be evaluated.

Method: We performed a prospective observational study, focusing on individuals aged 13 and above who were in the action stage. We utilized an activities-based approach and work points system to measure time contribution and calculate incentive compensation. Data were collected through a paper/electronic case record form and questionnaire. Descriptive statistics …

Tobacco, Alcohol And Diet As Mortality Risk Factors: The Secondary Analysis Of The 25-Year Cohort Study, Alina Egorova, Bulat Idrisov, Romany Redman, Stanislav Otstavnov, Sergey Soshnikov

Journal of Health Research

Background: Individual lifestyle risk factors have been linked to increased mortality globally; however, there is limited data on these associations in Russia. A secondary analysis of the Russia Longitudinal Monitoring Survey (RLMS) data was conducted to close this gap.

Methods: The secondary data have been obtained from a nationally-representative annual cohort survey conducted by the Higher School of Economics (HSE). In this original study, for the first time in Russia, we extracted RRs for researched risk factors. Of additional original value, we made a prospective-retrospective cohort based on a representative longitudinal survey and provided the deaths as outcomes for survival …

Gains And Challenges Of The Barangay Health Worker (Bhw) Program During Covid-19 In Selected Cities In The Philippines, Mikhaela Ysabelle T. Baliolaa, Margaret R. Golpe, Leslie V. Advincula-Lopez

Journal of Health Research

Background: The Philippine Barangay Health Worker (BHW) program extends the accessibility of health care services at the community level. BHWs are trained volunteers who perform various health-promoting and health-educating tasks and provide primary health care (PHC) services within their communities. However, the weak implementation of policies meant to protect their welfare, like the BHW Benefits and Incentives Act (Republic Act No. 7883), translates to challenges that impact the sustainability of the BHW program. This qualitative study aimed to explore the BHWs' experiences with RA 7883 and how its implementation shaped their overall role as frontline health workers during the …