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Purpose-Built, Web-Based Professional Portfolios: Reflective, Developmental And Showcase, Susan Blackley, Dawn Bennett, Rachel Sheffield

Australian Journal of Teacher Education

This pilot study examined student engagement with a web-based digital professional portfolio through the 3C process of collect-critique-curate. To overcome common problems associated with electronic portfolios, including cost; specificity; lifelong access; and ease of use, the study used Weebly as its portfolio platform. The creation and use of the portfolio was embedded into the first professional studies unit in the second year of an undergraduate initial teacher education degree, and technical seminars ensured that the base portfolio was created. As students reflected on possible sources of evidence to demonstrate achievement of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (AITSL, 2011) and …

Co-Operating Teachers, School Placement And The Implications For Quality, Carmel G. Roofe, Loraine D. Cook

Australian Journal of Teacher Education

It is widely understood by teacher educators and administrators responsible for the practicum of student teachers that co-operating teachers play a critical role in student teacher development. This research sought to examine student teachers perception of their co-operating teachers during practicum and ascertain the extent to which subject specialisation, gender and school placement influenced their perception. Through the use of a questionnaire, data were collected from 195 student teachers during the final week of their practicum. The results indicated that student teachers had a positive perception of their co-operating teachers and perceived their co-operating teachers to be providing developmental and …

Any Time, Any Place, Flexible Pace: Technology-Enhanced Language Learning In A Teacher Education Programme, Jocelyn M. Howard, Adèle Scott

Australian Journal of Teacher Education

Ongoing developments in e-learning, improved internet accessibility and increased digital citizenry provide exciting opportunities to integrate effective classroom pedagogies with online educational technologies, creating mixed-mode courses to enhance student engagement and facilitate greater autonomous learning. This research examines pre-service teacher education students’ perceptions of the effectiveness of experiential and digitally-mediated tools which take them beyond the constraints of traditional lecture-type delivery. Quantitative and qualitative results from distance and face-to-face cohorts show the value the students ascribe to tools employed in a modified language course. These are discussed in relation to reported changes in students’ proficiency in the target language and …

Exploring The Value Of Service-Learning On Pre-Service Teachers, Amanda Mergler, Suzanne B. Carrington, Peter Boman, Megan P. Kimber, Derek Bland

Australian Journal of Teacher Education

Service-learning as a transformative pedagogy within university education is becoming increasingly popular in Australia. Advocates of service-learning indicate that the practice of combining community based voluntary work with theoretical in-class academic knowledge leads to a greater awareness about diversity and difference in students. While such claims are enticing, particularly in pre-service teacher education where there is a need for teachers to understand and embrace diversity, it is important to determine the veracity of such claims. The current study used a repeated measures design to explore whether engaging in service-learning as part of an inclusive education unit resulted in changes in …

Project Evidence: Responding To The Changing Professional Learning Needs Of Mentors In Initial Teacher Education, Jeanne Maree Allen, Simone White, Cheryl Sim

Australian Journal of Teacher Education

This positioning paper seeks to contribute to the knowledge base of the changing professional learning needs of supervising or mentor teachers in initial teacher education. To do so, we draw from the work of Project Evidence, an Australian Office of Learning and Teaching funded project, designed to support teacher education through the development of a professional learning website. Our focus in this paper is our growing understanding of the complex work of teachers as they navigate new supervisory and mentoring roles in the current education context of high stakes standardisation. We examine the implications for their changing work practices within …

Perceived Social-Ecological Barriers Of Generalist Pre-Service Teachers Towards Teaching Physical Education: Findings From The Get-Pe Study, Brendon P. Hyndman

Australian Journal of Teacher Education

Identifying and understanding the perceptions of pre-service teachers (PSTs) is vital to informing teaching practices. The purpose of the ‘Generalist Entry into Teaching Physical Education’ (GET-PE) study was to investigate Australian generalist PSTs' perceptions of the barriers to teaching physical education (PE) classes. A social-ecological model framework (SEM) was uniquely applied as the conceptual framework for the GET-PE study to analyse, explore and understand the multiple levels of barriers perceived by the generalist PSTs. A myriad of SEM level barriers were perceived by the generalist PSTs (n=71) at the intrapersonal level (knowledge gaps, physical abilities, reduced confidence), interpersonal level (community …

Transforming Pre-Service Teachers’ Beliefs And Understandings About Design And Technologies, Marnie Best

Australian Journal of Teacher Education

Design and Technologies challenges students to think differently: to think critically and creatively. Yet, how, when and why students are exposed to Design and Technologies curriculum in school classrooms is at the prerogative of their teacher. For this reason, it is imperative that pre-service teachers are inspired by and engaged through relevant, rigorous and responsive courses throughout their undergraduate teaching program. Situated within the Bachelor of Education (Primary and Middle) degree at the University of South Australia, Australia, this study captures pre-service teachers’ emerging beliefs, attitudes and understandings of Design and Technologies. Drawing on the comparative responses of pre-service teachers …

Editorial’S Note, Surasak Buranatrevedh

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

No abstract provided.

Nakhonchaiburin Another Move Towards International Medical Education (นครชัยบุรินทร์ อีกย่างก้าวสู่ความเป็นสากล ด้านจัดการเรียนรู้แพทย์), Surasak Buranatrevedh

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

No abstract provided.

Prevalence Of Dyslipidemia And Associated Factors Among Medical Personnel In Nopparat Rajchathani Hospital, Orapun Theeratrakoolchai, Aurapan Chaimanee

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Introduction: Objective of this study was to determine the prevalence of dyslipidemia and factors associated with dyslipidemia among medical personnel in Nopparat Rajchathani hospital.

Method: This cross-sectional descriptive study comprised 551 medical personnel aged 35 - 60 years who underwent an annual medical check-up in 2015. Personal and occupational data were collected by self-administered questionnaires. Dyslipidemia was identified based on serum total cholesterol, triglyceride,
low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL) following ATP III classification. Binary logistic regression analysis was used to evaluate the associated factors for dyslipidemia.

Result: The prevalence of dyslipidemia among medical personnel in Nopparat …

Prevalence And Associated Risk Factors Of Thumb Pain From Using Smartphone In Secondary School Students At Khlongluang, Pathumthani Province, Santhanee Khruakhorn, Siriluck Kanchanomai, Kamonwan Kaewlek, Nisarat Jetjongjai, Chulaluck Kumkong, Nualchanok Nanon

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Introduction: Nowadays, smartphone has been popular and widely used. Other studies revealed that the use of smartphone was associated with pain or fatigue of fingers. Therefore, aims of this study was to determine the prevalence and associated risk factor between thumb pain and smartphone usage in lower secondary school students at Khlongluang district, age 12 - 15 years.

Method: Analytic cross-sectional study was conducted. Participants were secondary school students aged 12 - 15 years in Khlongluang district. Data were collected by Google form, questionnaires were consisted of 4 parts; demographic data, smartphone characteristics, the thumb pain or discomfort and associated …

Comparison Between The Effects Of Aquatic And Land Based Exercise On Respiratory Muscle Strength And Cardio-Pulmonary Fitness In Thai Overweight And Obese Participants, Sasipa Buranapuntalug, Khanistha Wattanananont, Chanoknan Bhakdikul, Krittavit Dangphet, Kornanong Yuenyongchaiwat, Khajonsak Pongpanit, Rungchai Chaunchaiyakul

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Introduction: Symptoms of breathlessness during activities are common problems among overweight and obese individuals. Further, obesity and overweight can lead to pulmonary and cardiovascular impairments. Several studies had recommended aerobic exercise for these participants. However, this type of exercise (i.e., landed exercise) is difficult for a person with overweight because of excessive weight bearing and results in aggravates pain at lower extremities. Therefore aquatic exercise may be an alternative exercise for individuals who suffer from obesity or overweight. The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of aquatic exercise training and land based exercise training on respiratory muscle …

Relationship Between Cognition And Quality Of Life In Older People Living In Elderly Care Centers And Communities In Pathum Thani Province, Kitsana Krootnark

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Introduction: The numbers of older people have been increasingly shown and the tendency of the elders whom have been lacked of caring from family members. This caused depression and the restriction of physical or social engagement activities. It was a risk factor for cognitive impairment leading to decline quality of life in the elderly. This study aimed to find a relationship between cognitive function and the quality of life in older people.

Method: There were forty six participants from elderly care center in Pathumthani and participants from Rangsit community at Thanyaburi, Pathumthani (n = 108). All participants were interviewed by …

Relationship Between Q-Angle And Gait Parameter In Thai Aged 18 - 69, Phongpatin Tantipoon, Nuttaporn Praditpod

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Introduction: Quadriceps angle (Q-angle) is usually used as a clinical assessment measure to evaluate biomechanical function of knee joint. However, studies related to relationships between Q-angle and gait parameters in healthy people have been rarely reported. This study investigated the relationships between Q-angle and kinematic gait parameters in healthy Thai aged 18 - 69 years.

Method: One hundred and ten participants aged 18 - 69 years were divided into five age groups namely 18 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59 and 60 - 69 years (22 participants in each group). All participants were evaluated anthropometry …

Prevalence And Risk Factors Of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Fruit Transport Workers In Pathum Thani Province, Nuttaporn Praditpod, Santhanee Khruakhorn, Kanjana Kuanpung, Narut Panyasak, Suchart Thong-Art

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Introduction: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) have been frequently found and increased among workers. The WMSDs impacted on the payment for cost of medical care, cost of worker’s compensation and work performance. Objective was to investigate the prevalence and risk factors of work-related musculoskeletal symptoms among fruit transport workers in Pathum Thani province.

Method: Two hundred and twenty eight fruit transport workers were interviewed. Inferential statistic was used to analyze association between factors and WMSDs by using Chi-squared test. The association was presented in Odds ratio (OR) and 95%CI. The significant level was set at p < 0.05.

Result: The response rate was …

Mentality Of Thai Beggars Portrayed In Drawings, Lertsiri Bovornkitti

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Introduction: Beggars are globally visible among the low-class populace, especially in underdeveloped and developing countries; however, it is not entirely true that all of them are from the lower classes of society, since a few of them have been found to be quite rich and educated. Currently, the reasons for begging have changed over those in the past, as a good number of beggars are hired for their performance. However, the phenomenon of begging reflects a complex issue of social inequality that needs to be addressed. The objective of this study was to identify reasons for begging, assessed from the …

Adaptation And Basic Medical Science Achievement Of The Second Preclinical Year Medical Students Of Faculty Of Medicine, Thammasat University, Ammara Chaikan, Nipapan Malisorn, Amanda Chaikan, Phenpisute Chaigan

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Introduction: The objectives of this research were to study: 1) associations between personal factors and basic medical science achievement of the second preclinical year medical students 2) the relationship between grade point averages in the first year and basic medical science achievement of the second preclinical year medical students 3) adaptation levels of the second year medical students in semester 1 and 4) the relationship between levels of student’s adaptation and basic medical science achievement of the second preclinical year medical students.

Method: The population included 172 second-year medical students of faculty of Medicine, Thammasat university. The instrument was questionnaire. …

Blood Pressure Reduction Following Isometric Handgrip Exercise, Saowanee Nakmareong Nakmareong

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Hypertension is a major cause of death and leading to many complications. Lifestyle modification such as therapeutic exercise was recommended for high blood pressure management. The previous studies suggest that isometric handgrip exercise with an optimal prescription could be an effective strategy for reducing resting blood pressure. Despite the simplicity and less time consuming natures of this type of exercise, isometric handgrip exercise has been shown its efficacy to reduce blood pressure as aerobic exercise does. The possible underlying mechanisms that response for blood pressure reduction after isometric handgrip exercise are improved autonomic nervous system, improved vascular function, and reduced …

Pediatric Drowning, Petcharat Bunnag

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Drowning is an important public health problem worldwide. Even though 85 % of fatal drowning were preventable, it is still a most common cause of death in Thai children. This article aims to provide updated current situation of pediatric drowning, definition and drowning process, management at first site and emergency department, including risk factors and preventions for individual families and communities. Medical personnel awareness is needed first.

ปัญหาการจมน้ำยังคงเป็นปัญหาสำคัญระดับโลก ถึงแม้สาเหตุของการจมนน้ำร้อยละ ๘๕ เป็นปัญหาที่ป้องกันได้ แต่ก็ยังเป็นสาเหตุการตายอันดับหนึ่งของเด็กไทย บทความนี้ได้ทบทวนความรู้ที่ทันสมัย เกี่ยวกับความสำคัญของปัญหาการจมน้ำในเด็ก คำจำกัดความและการแบ่งหมวดหมู่การจมน้ำ กระบวนการในร่างกายเมื่อเกิดการจมน้ำ การให้ความช่วยเหลือที่ถูกต้อง ณ จุดเกิดเหตุ การรักษาแรกรับที่ห้องฉุกเฉิน รวมถึงปัจจัยเสี่ยงและการป้องกันในระดับบุคคล ครอบครัวและชุมชน เพื่อหวังผลให้มีการเข้าใจองค์ความรู้เกี่ยวกับผู้ป่วยจมน้ำ ตระหนักถึงความสำคัญในปัญหาและช่วยป้องกันปัญหาการจมน้ำโดยเริ่มจากบุคลากรทางการแพทย์ซึ่งมีส่วนสำคัญในการดำนินงานนี้

Precision Medicine For Longevity, Siriwan Prapon, Somchai Bovornkitti

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

No abstract provided.

Precision Medicine For Longevity 2, Vorapun Senanarong, Somchai Bovornkitti

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

No abstract provided.

English Dictionary Of Medical Terms : The Letter H (Continue), The Royal Institute’S Medical Dictionary -

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

No abstract provided.

Why Go Vegan?, Emily Dulieu, Kennedy Gardner, Beyza Gedemenli, Niko Sidou

Student Work

No abstract provided.

Delaware Court Refuses To Dismiss Common Stockholder's Challenge To Redemption Of Preferred Stock Owned By Controlling Stockholder, Robert S. Reder

Vanderbilt Law Review En Banc

No abstract provided.

Setting The Scales: Dodd-Frank's Balancing Act On Big Banks, Aaron Klein

Vanderbilt Law Review En Banc

No abstract provided.

The Noneconomic Costs Of Financial Crises, John Crawford

Vanderbilt Law Review En Banc

No abstract provided.

What Do We Do With Troubled Ccps, Dermot Turing

Vanderbilt Law Review En Banc

No abstract provided.

Delaware Courts Diverge On Whether Cleansing Effect Of Corwin Applies To Duty Of Loyalty Claims, Robert S. Reder, Tiffany M. Burba

Vanderbilt Law Review En Banc

No abstract provided.

Stilling The Pendulum: Regulatory, Supervisory, And Structural Approaches, Lev Menand

Vanderbilt Law Review En Banc

No abstract provided.

We Need To Know Who Invests In Bank Equity, Yesha Yadav

Vanderbilt Law Review En Banc

No abstract provided.