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Short-Term Elevations In Glucocorticoids Do Not Alter Telomere Lengths: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis Of Non-Primate Vertebrate Studies, Lauren Zane, Dav C. Ensminger, José Pablo Vázquez-Medina

Faculty Research, Scholarly, and Creative Activity

Background The neuroendocrine stress response allows vertebrates to cope with stressors via the activation of the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) axis, which ultimately results in the secretion of glucocorticoids (GCs). Glucocorticoids have pleiotropic effects on behavior and physiology, and might influence telomere length dynamics. During a stress event, GCs mobilize energy towards survival mechanisms rather than to telomere maintenance. Additionally, reactive oxygen species produced in response to increased GC levels can damage telomeres, also leading to telomere shortening. In our systematic review and meta-analysis, we tested whether GC levels impact telomere length and if this relationship differs among time frame, life history …

Opportunity Or Mandate: Superintendent Beliefs About School Climate Assessment, Anji Buckner-Capone

Faculty Research, Scholarly, and Creative Activity

School climate is important for continuous improvement. California's LCFF requires districts to report on school climate and use data to inform decision making. Qualitative data, derived from an explanatory sequential mixed-methods study, explored three belief constructs and sub-groups by response patterns. Education leaders have a range of beliefs that influence policy implementation, and they need quality data to guide meaningful change in efforts to meet increasingly diverse needs of students. To capitalize on the opportunity inherent in the LCFF, leaders must believe it is important, have the capacity to use data, and trust the data.

Perception And Practices Of Faculty Members About Electronic Information Resources: A Survey Of Public Sector Universities Of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, Mohammad Hussain, Saddiqa Ms, Tahir Jan

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Purpose: This study investigated the perception, awareness and practices of faculty members regarding e-resources. Moreover, it also highlighted the problems faced by the faculty members while accessing these resources.

Research Design and Methodology. The study was quantitative in nature and survey was conducted to collect data from the respondents through questionnaire. The stratified sampling technique was used, and 340 faculty members were selected from the population of 661. The collected data was analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 22 (SPSS).

Findings. It was found that Google was the most used search engine among the respondents. They were aware …

Usage Of Social Networking Sites By The Students Of Mizoram College Of Nursing, Aizawl, India: A Study, Esther Lalnunpuii Dr, R K. Ngurtinkhuma Dr

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Development and advancement of the WWW have changed the way people access information and communicate with each other. This paper aimed to explore the effects of Social networking sites on the students of Mizoram College of Nursing, Aizawl. A structured questionnaire was designed and distributed to 100 students which 96 duly filled questionnaire was received. The findings of the study revealed that all the students were aware with SNSs and most of the students were having more than one account. Facebook, YouTube, Instagram was found the most commonly used SNSs. The main problems faced by the students while using SNSs …

Spartan Daily, September 30, 2021, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily, 2021

Volume 157, Issue 19

Taliban: A Bibliometric Investigation, Javid Ahmad Dar, Ufaira Yaseen Shah, Fayaz Ahmad Loan, Aadil Bashir, Manzoor Hussain

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The primary objective of this study is to identify the global research output on Taliban during the period of 25 years spanning from 1996-2020. Specific objectives are to analyze the distribution of literature, publication trends, authorship patterns, institutional productivity, collaboration networks, and prolific funding agencies. The data was harvested from the Web of Science Core Collection. A total of 614 records were retrieved on Taliban having 4416 total citations. The highest output was recorded in 2002, with a share of 7.83% of overall literature. The citation pattern depicted a fluctuating, the highest share being received in the year 2002 (14.47%), …

A Study On Preference Of Reading Print And Digital Resources Of M.Ed. Students In Madurai District, Dr S. Anbalagan

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The main purpose of this research is to look into a study on M.Ed. students' preferences for reading print and digital resources in Madurai district. The current study chose 300 M.Ed. students in Madurai District as the sample using a random sampling technique. For the study, the investigator used the normative survey method. A scale of reading preference for print and digital materials was utilised. The data was segregated and consolidated with the help of Microsoft Excel. SPSS version 21 was used to perform the required statistical analysis. The findings demonstrate that there is a substantial link between M.Ed. students' …

Knowledge Analysis Of Anganwadi Workers During Covid-19 Pandemic Situation In Paralakhemundi Municipality, Gosani Block,Gajapati District Of Odisha: An Analysis, Samir Kumar Panigrahi, Puspanjali Jena

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The present paper is based on a survey method while attempts have been made to assess the knowledge of the Anganwadi workers who are working as frontline workers during the widespread COVID-19 epidemic at Gosani block of Paralakhemundi municipality, Gajapati district. For the study, structured questionnaire was distributed among the total workers i.e. 350 covering 163 Anganwadi worker centres of 16 wards of Paralakhemundi Municipality. The survey was conducted from March to April 2021 at the beginning stage of the second outbreak of COVID-19. The main purpose of the study is to understand the knowledge of Anganwadi workers with regards …

The Impact Of Teaching Il On Academic Performance Of Students Of School Of Public Health (Sph) Of University Of Health And Allied Sciences (Uhas), Hawa Osman Ms

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study explores the impact of the teaching of IL skills on the academic performance of undergraduate students of the SPH of the UHAS. The study uses primary data collected from 54 students with the help of a questionnaire and analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 21. The result of the data was represented by frequencies and percentages. The study found that there is actually a positive (higher grade) relationship between the skills learnt from the study of the course and academic performance. Specifically, they can find the information they need, analyse the information, and use …

Smartphone Usage Among University Students During The Covid-19 Pandemic: A Study, Pinky Bhagat, Somipam R. Shimray

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract

The unusual lockdown due to the Covid-19 pandemic has exploded globally, revealing the whole population and touching all areas in our lives: education, work, politics, entertainment, economy, markets, etc. Online teaching and learning during pandemics have exposed students to technology, ultimately resulting in ingesting of digital media. In this favor, the research aims to determine the use of smartphones among university students during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Therefore, this study aims to examine the use of smartphones by university students during the Covid-19 pandemic. This study collected 165 respondents from Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (A central university), Lucknow. This study …

Adoption And Utilization Of Electronic Databases By Postgraduate Students In Selected Universities In North-Central, Nigeria, Lawal Abubakar, Abdulwahab Olanrewaju Issa, Zainab Olanihun Ambali

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

ABSTRACT The study aimed at identifying the types of e-databases available, perceptions towards the ease and extent of use, and usefulness of the adopted e-databases and identify the challenges associated with the use of adopted e-databases by the postgraduate students in the selected universities, in North- central, Nigeria. The study adopted descriptive survey design where set of questionnaires were used to collect data from 1726 postgraduate students across five universities in North-central, Nigeria. The study found that Internet facility, e-journals, e-books, science direct, AGORA, DOAJ and TEEAL are the major e-databases available and accessible in selected libraries. The e-databases used …

Influence Of Computer Self-Efficacy On The Use Of Electronic Information Resources Among Polytechnics Students In Ogun State, Nigeria, Morenikeji Modinat Bello Miss, Bokoh Ma Ajoviyon Mr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Electronic information resource planning makes it conceivable for users to access new tools and applications for information seeking and retrieval. Electronic information resources have become helpful research tools that enhanced the print collection in the analogue library setting. Computer self-efficacy is an important component to consider in terms of the use of e-resources that are computer-based. A survey research design was adopted for the study. A multi-stage sampling procedure was used to select 370 respondents for the study. Data were collected with the use of a structured questionnaire on the Influence of Computer Self-Efficacy on the Use of Electronic Information …

Major Theories Of Job Satisfaction And Their Use In The Field Of Librarianship, Mushtaq Ahmad, Amjid Khan, Muhammad Arshad

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study explored the importance of two major theories of Job satisfaction (content and process theories) and their sub domains and how LIS professionals could use these theories in the field of librarianship. The study was carried out by a review of the literature to identify the significant contribution of these two related theories in human resource management. Due to its multi-disciplinary nature, the literature on these two theories was wide among scholarly sources such as web-based sources, including Google Scholar, ResearchGate, and subject-specific e-databases namely JSTOR, Emerald, Sage Journals, Taylor &Francis, and ERIC. This study explores several aspects of …

Application Of Ict Tools And Techniques In Collection Building And Development, Madhabilata Mallick, Krushna Chandra Panda Prof.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Examines the application of varied ICT tools and techniques in the domain of collection building, development and management. Discusses how ICT has substantially impacted every sphere of academic library activity and more so in collection building and management. Explains the impact of IT on different stages of collection development process-right from the identification and selection of items to weed out obsolete documents. Enumerate sources for selection of recommended items; varied information Channels to identify the needed documents and discusses some popular selection tools and their functions. Explains some of the helpful LIS software and their modules that support collection …

Users’ Sentiment Analysis Toward National Digital Library Of India: A Quantitative Approach For Understanding User Perception, Ritu Sharma, Sarita Gulati, Amanpreet Kaur, Rupak Chakravarty

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Sentiment analysis is also known as opinion mining. Sentiment analysis is contextual mining of text which identifies and extracts subjective information in textual data. It is extremely used by business, educational organizations, and social media monitoring to gain the general outlook of the wide public regarding their product and policy. The current study looks for gaining insights into user reviews on the National Digital Library of India (NDLI) mobile app (android and iOS). For this purpose, sentiment analysis will be used. It yields an average of 3.64/5 ratings based on 11,861 reviews. The dataset includes a total of 4560 user …

Connecting The Dots: Research Discovery Using Network Analysis Algorithms, Soma Prasad, Rupak Chakravarty

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The purpose of the study is to examine the process of research discovery using network analysis algorithm. To assess the paper discovery module and other associated features, the paper titled “Lifetime Prevalence and Age-of-Onset Distributions of DSM-IV Disorders in the National Comorbidity Survey Replication” as selected as “seed paper” authored by American sociologist “Ronald C Kessler”, Professor of Health Care Policy at Harvard Medical School. The findings of the experimental study revealed that unlike traditional citation databases which would yield results by keyword or topic search, Inciteful creates a graph of academic papers based on selected “seed papers” which …

Information Resources In The Public Libraries Of Pakistan: An Analytical Study, Mohammad Hussain, Dr. Khan Faqir, Ansa Parveen

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Purpose: This study examined the printed and electronic information resources of public libraries of Pakistan, and to know the budget allocated by the libraries for the procurement of information resources.

Methodology: The study was quantitative in nature and the questionnaire-based survey was conducted to collect data from 119 public libraries of the country. The collected data was analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 23.

Results: It was found that the heads of the majority of libraries were LIS professionals; however significant number of libraries were being run by non-professional staff. The availability of information resources in libraries …

Boko-Haram Insurgency: Correlating Information Needs Of Members Of Vigilante In Adamawa State, North-East Nigeria., Muhammad Murtala Ibrahim, Idris A. Dano

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study correlated the Information needs of Members of Vigilante to other Information activities in Adamawa state, North-eastern Nigeria. Quantitative research methodology and Cross-sectional survey design was applied for the study. The population comprised of One Thousand Four Hundred Members (1400) drawn from Nineteen (19) local governments areas in the state. Krejcie and Morgan Table (1970) was used to draw (302) members as sample of the population, while Walpole’s (1982) formula for proportions was used in arriving at a sample for each stratum (i.e. each local government area). In collecting data, a total of Three Hundred and Two (302) copies …

Examining Perceived Effects Of Same-Sex Marriage Legalization Among Sexual Minority Women: Identifying Demographic Differences And Factors Related To Alcohol Use Disorder, Depression, And Self-Perceived Health, Laurie A. Drabble, Amy A. Mericle, Cat Munroe, Angie R. Wootton, Karen F. Trocki, Tonda L. Hughes

Faculty Research, Scholarly, and Creative Activity

Introduction

Reductions in structural stigmas, such as gaining access to legalized same-sex marriage, are associated with positive psychological and physical health outcomes among sexual minorities. However, these positive outcomes may be less robust among sexual minority women (SMW).

Methods

This study examined how perceptions of the impact of legalized same-sex marriage among SMW may (1) differ by demographic characteristics and (2) predict alcohol use disorder, depression, and self-perceived health. A diverse sample of SMW (N=446) completed an online survey in 2020 assessing the perceived impact of legalized same-sex marriage across six social-ecological domains: (1) personal impact, (2) stigma-related …

Spartan Daily, September 15, 2021, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily, 2021

Volume 157, Issue 12

Spartan Daily, September 14, 2021, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily, 2021

Volume 157, Issue 11

Spartan Daily, September 13, 2021, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily, 2021

Volume 157, Issue 10

Spartan Daily, September 9, 2021, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily, 2021

Volume 157, Issue 9

User Education Through Webinars Of Madras Library Association: An Evaluation, Prabakar Stanleay Dr, Sivasamy Krishnasamy Dr., Janarthanan Pichai Mr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The aim and objectives of the article is to identify the gender who inculcate more knowledge by means of participating in the webinars organized by the Madras Library Association. Further, to identify the availability of the relationship between “Awareness about the Webinars” and the “Frequency of the participation in the Webinars” and as well as to assess the impact of "Participation in the Webinars" over "Usefulness towards career building". Questionnaires are sent to the participants of the Webinars organized by Madras Library Association through Google Form. The duration of the webinars are the pandemic period of COVID-19. 144 delegates responded …

Spartan Daily, September 8, 2021, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily, 2021

Volume 157, Issue 8

Role Of Ict In Promoting Adolescent Menstrual Health, Shazia Manzoor Dr, Shabana Khurshid Dr

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Adolescent is an important phase in the life of both females and males. Menstruation is a critical phase in adolescent girl’s life which needs special care and attention. However, one of the important challenges for adolescent girls in this phase seems to be the lack of information and awareness concerning the menstruation. Since the last two decades, the embedment of ICT’s in our lives has been increasing including our health care. Adolescents are more attracted to the ICT’s and their applications in different forms. Thus, over the past many years, many attempts have been made by different stakeholders like government, …

Impact Of Open Educational Resources Among The Students And Research Scholars In Delhi, Manju ., Sunil Bhatt Dr

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The research has been conducted about the impact of open educational resources among students and research scholars of Delhi University and Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi. It is to find out the awareness about the OER, their participation in OER resources, the advantages, disadvantages and also to identify barriers faced by students and research scholars while using the OERs. Data was collected by conducting the online survey using well-structured questionnaire on google forms from 190 respondents (DU 75 and JNU 115). It was analysed by using Microsoft excel. It is found that respondents are positive towards OERs and helped the students …

Growth And Development Of National Digital Library Of India Since Inception Under The Initiative Of Iit Kharagpur: A Comprehensive Study, Debdas Mondal

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract

The establishment of National Digital Library of India has been changed the dimension of digital library and made a remarkable milestone in the world of online information dissemination process .This article explores the current content of documents and learning resources and their growth from the year 2016 to 2021. This paper also includes the subject wise developments of various collections. It is also finds out the coverage of participatory institutional members which share their resources with NDLI. The increasing numbers of registered and active personal members have also been included in this article. Data are analyzed using suitable charts …

Information Needs And Seeking Behaviour Of Agricultural Community Of Attabira Area Of Bargarh District, Odisha: A Survey, Abinash Panda, Lipsa Rani Dash, Debasmita Panda

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study on the information-seeking behavior of the agricultural community was undertaken in the attabira area of bargarh district of Odisha with objectives to study the different areas in which they require information frequently and determine the sources through which they rely on. It was found that most of the people are dependent upon agriculture in the attabira area. They started working at the age of 18. Most of the farmers (85.6%) of farmers opted for pooja seeds for cultivation. The study shows 7.36% of the respondents are facing difficulties in irrigation facilities. About 78.9% of the people are talking …

Spartan Daily, September 2, 2021, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily, 2021

Volume 157, Issue 7