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Resident Skills Assessment In Corneal Suturing: A Comprehensive Review Of Currently Proposed Educational Programs And Evaluation Tools, Lea Dormegny, Nicole Neumann, Anne Lejay, Arnaud Sauer, David Gaucher, Nabil Chakfe, Tristan Bourcier

Journal of Academic Ophthalmology

Abstract

Purpose This study aimed to perform a comprehensive review of publications proposing educational programs for resident skills assessment in corneal suturing.

Methods An extensive online article search in PubMed following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PISMA) reporting guidelines was performed to identify prospective comparative studies or prospective before/after studies published up to March 2021 and reporting the assessment of ophthalmology residents' skills in corneal suturing during dedicated training sessions.

Results Three studies were identified for review. The first reported the efficiency of an electromagnetic tracking system placed on the surgeon's fingers coupled with a computer …

Legal Introspection Towards The Development Of Right To Privacy As Fundamental Right In India, Payal Thaorey

Indonesia Law Review

Privacy of the individual is an essential aspect of dignity. The ability of the individual to protect a zone of privacy enables the realization of the full value of life and liberty. Liberty has a broader meaning of which privacy is a subset. All liberties may not be exercised in privacy. Yet others can be fulfilled only within a private space. Privacy enables the individual to retain the autonomy of the body and mind. The autonomy of the individual is the ability to make decisions on vital matters of concern to life. The journey of right to privacy has been …

A Tribute To Our Colleague And Friend, Dr. Sheng Chieh “Amy” Leh, Young Suk Hwang, Eun-Ok Baek

Journal of Critical Issues in Educational Practice

No abstract provided.

Banco Central De La Republica Argentina - 2021 Financial Statements, Argentina: Banco Central De La Repãºblica

Documents

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Race, Rallies, And Rhetoric: How Trump’S Political Discourse Contributed To The Capitol Riot, Heather Alaniz, Kimberly D. Dodson, Jared R. Dmello

Journal of Criminal Justice and Law

The January 6, 2021, Capitol riot in Washington D.C. reflects one of the worst moments for democracy in U.S. History. Estimates indicate 10% of the individuals arrested following the Capitol riot had connections to far right militias and other right-wing extremist groups. To investigate the events that led up to the Capitol riot, this study provides a descriptive analysis of Trump’s public rhetoric between 2015-2020 citing tweets, speeches, and news interviews where his words created an environment for violence among his supporters prior to and throughout his presidency.

Police Officer Political Identity And Their Opinions Of Public Protests, Lois V. Woods, Kimberly K. Blackmon

Journal of Criminal Justice and Law

Purpose: Controversy surrounding the BLM movement and the insurrection at the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, has been felt even within the ranks of policing. Participation of police officers in the Capitol riot seemed to be at odds with the duty and responsibility of those officers who sustained serious injuries that day. Method: Using data collected from active law enforcement officers, the current study examines how political identity may play a role in a police officer’s perceptions of law enforcement engagement in political protests. Results: The only significant difference found was police refraining from engaging in or participating with …

Governor's Office Of Diversity Business Enterprise (Go-Dbe) 2021 Annual Report, Tennessee. Department Of General Services.

GO-DBE Report

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Beyond "Bad" Cops: Historicizing And Resisting Surveillance Culture In Universities, Amy J. Wan, Lindsey Albracht

Publications and Research

In this article, we define and examine surveillance culture within US college classrooms, a logical extension of pervasive carceral and capitalist logics that underlie the US educational system, in which individual success is tied to behavior monitoring, rule following, and sorting, particularly within marginalized student populations. Reflecting anxieties about the expansion of educational access, we argue for how crisis and change have historically contributed to the
urgency and opportunity to expand surveillance culture and consider why this has continued to happen as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. We offer suggestions and alternatives to surveillance culture that have helped us …

Stability Analysis Of Dc Microgrid With Constant Power Load, Sarah Ansari

Theses and Dissertations

Development towards sustainability has led to an increase in the integration of various distributed generation (DG) units like renewable sources of energy, energy storage systems (ESS). In order to counteract the challenges, caused due to integration of DG units into conventional power systems, the concept of DC microgrid (DCMG) has been introduced. DCMGs have power converters that are present on the source side and load side of the DCMGs. The power converters at the load side when tightly regulated behave as constant power loads (CPLs). There are stability issues pertaining to the inherent non-linear characteristic of the ideal CPLs because …

Health Care In Metropolitan Manila During The American Colonial Era: A History Of The Management Of Infectious Diseases And Its Effects On The Practice Of Chinese Medicine (English Translation), Peng Hui, Ziyang Huang, Franz David Ong Lim

Social Transformations Journal of the Global South

Since the American occupation of Manila, the health care system of the Philippines was transformed with its goal of “modernizing the Philippines.” Systematic Western prevention and control measures and institutions were established. This in turn affected the practice of Chinese medicine, which was present since the Spanish period. With the help of Dr. Tee Hankee and other doctors, local Chinese medicine gradually developed into a combination of Chinese and Western medicine through the developments of the Chinese General Hospital and the establishment of the Filipino Chinese Western Medicine Association. The melding of Chinese and Western medicine formed a distinctive Philippine …

Flexible Microfluidic Device With Nonplanar Interdigitated Microelectrodes, Saud Alssaidy

Theses

The lab-on-a-chip concept has improved significantly in recent years to meet global demand for various applications with the advent of new technologies. Much progress has been achieved, but many microfluidic devices still suffer from design limitations in terms of sensitivity and selectivity because they use rigid, fragile substrate materials and conventional electrodes, which do not provide high sensitivity or selectivity and suffer from signal-to-noise ratio issues. This work proposes a novel device architecture that uses flexible, transparent top and bottom layers integrated with (nonplanar interdigitated microelectrodes) to create a sandwich-like flexible substrate base. The top and bottom layers consist of …

Access To Credit And Physical Capital Stock: A Study Of Non-Farm Household Enterprises In Nigeria, Obed I. Ojonta, Jonathan E. Ogbuabor

Bulletin of Monetary Economics and Banking

This study investigated the influence of access to credit on the physical capital stock of non-farm household enterprises in Nigeria. The study used the binary logistic regression technique and Nigeria’s 2018-19 General Household Survey data (Wave 4). We find that the influence of access to credit on the physical capital stock of nonfarm household enterprises in Nigeria is positive and significant. This implies that access to credit enhances the capacity of these enterprises to procure physical capital stock. Our results also indicate that expenditure on raw materials, profit, and years of operations are other key drivers of physical capital stock …

"The Lutenist!": Anxieties, Ambiguities, And Deviations In Julian Bream’S Discography, Sidney Molina

Soundboard Scholar

The recent passing of English guitarist Julian Bream (1933–2020) has prompted a reevaluation of his artistic legacy by critics around the world. In this article, I propose a way of reading Bream’s discography in relation to that of his predecessor, Andrés Segovia, utilizing Harold Bloom’s theory of influence, a methodology that I first proposed in application to music in 2006. After dividing Bream’s fifty albums into phases inspired by Bloomian categories, I examine the works that Bream chose to record more than once, with a focus on those to which he returned three or more times.

Subjektifitas Bacaaan Sastra Dan Implikasinya Terhadap Pembelajaran Sastra, Adi Probo Laksono, Djoko Saryono, Anang Santoso

Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan

The construction of agent subjectivity in learning, from a social point of view, is formed through learning. The subjectivity of literature lecturer readings is formed through structuration carried out by educational institutions. Therefore, this study aims to (1) describe the disposition of literary readings of literature lecturers and (2) describe the objectivity of the subjectivity of literature lecturers to literary readings. This research is a qualitative research with descriptive method. The data analysis in this research is based on Pierre Bourdieu's theory of cultural reproduction. The results of this study indicate that the socio-cultural background is the basis for the …

Development Of Virlenda-Based Blended Learning With Problem Based Learning Strategy For Problem-Solving Ability For Students, Achmad Noor Fatirul, Subandowo Subandowo

Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan

This study aims to develop a Virlenda-based blended learning model. The products that will be produced develop learning tools with problem-based learning strategies, problem-based evaluation tools, supplements for lecturers and students and the Virlenda learning management system as a forum for carrying out the learning process. The results of the research are design experts with 85.8% validation percentage, material experts with 86.5 validation percentages, media experts with 87.7% validation percentages, 86.5% validation percentages for colleagues. In the small group trial the percentage of responses was 82.7%, for the medium group trial the percentage of responses was 89.6%, while in the …

Video Conference Application In Emergency Remote Learning: Experience, Preference, And Satisfaction, Dhimas Onny Permadi, Francisca Maria Ivone, Mirjam Anugerahwati

Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan

The purpose of this study is to look at foreign language faculty members' and students' experiences, preferences, and satisfaction with video conference apps for emergency remote learning. This quantitative study collected data using a multiple-choice and Likert scale questionnaire. Data from the questionnaire were analysed using a single table analysis. The findings indicated that both Zoom, and Google Meet have a generally favourable opinion of video conference apps' instructional substance, efficacy, engagement, and idea-sharing. Nonetheless, Zoom was strongly favoured by most respondents due to its support for collaboration, teaching strategy, motivation, and material sharing. Despite that Google Meet had a …

Patterns Of Stress And Resilience Experienced By Junior High School Teachers, Fadilla Halim, Sintha Tresnadewi, Utami Widiati

Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan

This descriptive qualitative study is to investigate the patterns of the sources of stress and the pivotal aspects to become resilient experienced by junior high school teachers. Six teachers of junior high school in Malang who have been teaching for more than 10 years are involved. The data shows that there are six major challenges faced by the teachers namely pandemic, class management, fatigue manifestation, work-related stress, time management and curriculum and school administrator. Meanwhile, the significant points of resilience administered by the teachers in the face of difficult times are having positive personality, contructive support system and institutional support.

Training Kit And Module On Plc Programming Competence For Students Of Electrical Engineering Education, Puput Wanarti Rusimamto, Munoto Munoto, Muchlas Samani, I G.P. Asto Buditjahjanto, Endryansyah Endryansyah, Subuh Isnur Haryudo

Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan

This research aims to determine the validity and practicality of training kit and PLC learning module as an instructional media for PLC course for students of electrical engineering education at Universitas Negeri Surabaya. That was development research using Thiagarajan’s 4D models, this study only used the first three stages, not up to the disseminating stage, as the researcher only developed the training kit and module. The design of the training kit and module were developed and validated based on the look of the product, the quality of the media, and the suitability of the media for the curriculum and illustrations. …

The Degree Of Intercultural Sensitivity And Effectiveness Among Students Of The College Of Education In Kuwait, Ghazi Alrasheedi

Journal of Educational and Psychological Studies

The study aimed to identify the degree of intercultural sensitivity (IS) and intercultural effectiveness (IE) among students of the College of Education in Kuwait. The study sample consisted of 370 randomly selected students. A questionnaire consisting mainly of (IS) scale and (IE) scale was used to collect the data. Each of the scales comprises of five components. The results showed high scores of students’ responses in both the (IS) and (IE) components, which shows high levels of (IS) and (IE) towards those who are culturally different from them. The results also showed female superiority in some areas of the (IS) …

Foreword From Handling Editor – 10th Edition, Salfia Rahmawati

ASEAN Journal of Community Engagement

We are delighted to present the 10^th edition of AJCE, published in December 2021. We have selected eight of the best articles for this edition, consisted of Research Articles.

International Student Collaboration In Efforts To Raise Public Awareness Of Covid-19 Prevention, Faisal Husen Ismail, Rohmah Rohmah, Intan Nur Syaheera Ibrahim, Cheam Kai Wen

ASEAN Journal of Community Engagement

This study evaluates the enforcement of public health protocols in deciding the COVID-19 distribution chain. The evaluation is based on contributions among international students in higher education and examined their experiences and activities engaging in activities against the COVID-19 epidemic. The research focuses on the collaborative activities of students of Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia with Sultan Maulana Hasanuddin State Islamic University Banten, Indonesia. Through observation and direct and online involvement with the community, the study is qualitative and employs an inductive approach. Survey feedback was received in collaboration with five students from each university. This study is qualitative using …

Gameplays Versus Playstyles: The Social Construction Of Transmediated Communities Among Filipino Children Gamers In Minecraft And Roblox, Cheeno Marlo Sayuno

ASEAN Journal of Community Engagement

The children of today’s generation are considered as digital natives, which means that they have the capacity to navigate technological terrains to the best of their abilities and create online communities in new storyworlds. Minecraft and Roblox, two sandbox open-world mobile games, are manifestations of such ability to create worlds, survive in difficult gaming situations, face opponents in combat, and interact with players within a community. Even more so, such transmedia engagements allow the child participants, as evidenced in this study, to transact with players and the app itself to introduce new playstyle strategies that complement or subvert the gameplays …

Higher Education Institution Research Dissemination And Utilization Through The Lens Of Community Engagement, Vincent M. Clores

ASEAN Journal of Community Engagement

Using community involvement as a lens, this study analyzed the amount of distribution and utilization of a public higher education institution's research outputs in Bicol, Philippines. The Diffusion and Dissemination Theory alongside the use of Knowledge For health (K4Health) of the United States Agency for. International Development (USAID) Model served as the theoretical and conceptual underpinnings of this study that facilitated the analysis of research produced by the institution, its dissemination, the enablers, and barriers, and until utilization. The case study design was used to portray an in-depth analysis of the institution’s situation from research output generation to the enablers …

Political Public Relations As A Tool For Combating Vote Buying In Nigeria For Development Purposes, Jacob Gbaden Chiakaan, Chamberlain Chinsom Egbulefu, Wombu Richard Kpera, Pius Kwapsoni Kaigama

ASEAN Journal of Community Engagement

The main aim of the study is to identify political public relations approaches that can be applied by the government and other bodies responsible for conducting elections in Nigeria to mitigate and eliminate vote buying. The study adopted a qualitative approach in the contextual analysis of data collected specifically from secondary sources. The results revealed that vote buying has become synonymous with elections in Nigeria. After reviewing some related empirical studies, several factors responsible for vote buying in Nigeria have been identified, including poverty, lack of education, high cost of buying forms to contest elections, and many others. Moreover, where …

Achieving Health Goals In India: The Role Of Community Engagement And Communication, Vishal Singh

ASEAN Journal of Community Engagement

India is committed to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set up by United Nations. Community engagement (CE) and communicating health is the key aspect for achieving the desired results. Goal setting for health sector in India has long history. This systematic review aims to examine the evidence on community engagement and communication from studies that report on program outcomes in India. To our knowledge, there are limited reviews available that examine outcomes of CE in achieving health goals. This review seeks to fill this knowledge gap. We describe role of CE and communication in achieving the SDG health goals …

Ameliorating Role Of Ulva Lactuca Extract On Neurobehavioral And Neurochemical Abnormalities Caused By Lithium In Rats, Samira Bouhalit, Noura Brahmi

Journal of Bioresource Management

Lithium is a relevant mood-stabilizing agent that is used in the management of depressive and manic episodes in bipolar, disorder; however, its application may cause diverse side effects including oxidative stress. This work investigated the neuroprotective and anti-stress activity of Ulva lactuca extract (MEUL) against lithium induced neuronal toxicity in rats. Lithium (2 g/kg) was administered in diets with or without MEUL (250 mg/kg BW by gavage) for 90 days. Lithium induced oxidative stress lead to an elevation in lipid peroxidation and oxidation protein product levels, a reduced superoxide dismutase, glutathione peroxidase activities, glutathione, and ascorbic acid concentrations in brain. …

The Evolution Of The Internet And Social Media: A Literature Review, Charles Alves De Castro, Isobel O'Reilly Dr, Aiden Carthy

Articles

This article reviews and analyses factors impacting the evolution of the internet, the web, and social media channels, charting historic trends and highlight recent technological developments. The review comprised a deep search using electronic journal databases. Articles were chosen according to specific criteria with a group of 34 papers and books selected for complete reading and deep analysis. The 34 elements were analysed and processed using NVIVO 12 Pro, enabling the creation of dimensions and categories, codes and nodes, identifying the most frequent words, cluster analysis of the terms, and creating a word cloud based on each word's frequency. The …

Caring For Older Adults In The Hallway Of A Crowded Emergency Department, Rebecca Weeks, Kathy Sawasky, Michael Malone

Journal of Geriatric Emergency Medicine

This paper describes strategies for emergency department providers to address the needs of older adults when facilities are overcrowded and care extends into the hallway.

A Multimodal Analysis Of Malaysian Contraceptive Promotional Materials, Van Leeuwen Theo, Pei Soo Ang, Taib Fauziah

Research Publications (2021 to 2025)

Communicating about contraception is still a taboo subject for many Malaysians. This study focuses on the use of multimodal communication in providing information and promoting contraception to the Malaysian public. Employing Kress and Van Leeuwen’s visual grammar framework and linguistic genre analysis, the study unpacks the social-cultural practices represented in printed and digital promotional materials disseminated by Malaysia’s three main responsible agencies. These resources were published by the National Population and Family Development Board (NPFDB), the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Federation of Reproductive Health Association of Malaysia (FRHAM). The visuals suggest that contraceptive information is only relevant for …

Financial Implication Of Covid-19: A Story Of Malaysian Dental Practitioner, Nor Faharina Abdul Hamid, Azlan Jaafar, Nurul Haini Najwa Mohamd Mahmod, Raja Nur Nabiha Raja Amir Hamzah

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has caused series of lockdown in Malaysia which led to the significant financial impact to dental practitioner in Malaysia. Objectives: The aim of this study is to investigate factors affecting dental practice and its implication to financial situation during the pandemic in Malaysia. Methods: Registered Malaysian dental practitioners were invited to participate in online questionnaire via google form. Descriptive and Pearson’s chi-square test analysis were conducted (p<0.05). Results: 468 of dental practitioners had responded to our survey. More than three-quarter of dental practitioners worked in government sectors while almost a quarter worked in private sectors. 49.2% …