Academic Advising Research Articles

Attitudes toward and exposure to gender discrimination in work life by pulmonologists and thoracic surgeons: a questionnaire-based survey among Turkish thoracic society members.

This study aimed to evaluate attitudes toward and exposure to gender discrimination in work life by chest diseases specialists and thoracic surgeons. A total of 275 members of Turkish Thoracic Society (TTS) were included on a voluntary basis in this online cross-sectional questionnaire-survey using an internal member-only social media platform of TTS. The questionnaire form elicited items on sociodemographic characteristics, occupational characteristics and gender discrimination in work life (general opinions, attitudes and exposure). Female doctors (vs. males) were less likely to be a thoracic surgeon (13.8% vs. 34.5%, p < 0.05) and a professor of thoracic surgery (0.0% vs. 26.7% vs. p < 0.05), and more likely to consider housework as a considerable burden (89.8 vs. 73.6%, p = 0.02) and the significant role of discriminatory, negative and dissuasive attitudes of male physicians in their career choice (67.6 vs. 35.6%, p = 0.039). Male doctors were more likely to considered that men are more successful in specialties that require active physical strength (65.5 vs. 27.7%, p = 0.005) and those with very long working hours and heavy shifts (57.5 vs. 39.4%, p = 0.001). Female thoracic surgeons were more likely than males to consider that specialties with very long working hours and heavy shifts are more suitable for men (26.9 vs. 6.0%, p = 0.027) and men are given priority in academic career promotion (64.0 vs. 13.3%, p < 0.001). Younger (vs. older) females reported higher rate of exposure to gender discrimination (p = 0.041) and considerable impact of social roles on the specialty (p = 0.007), while female doctors working as a resident (33.8%) and a specialist (50.05%) indicated higher rate of exposure to gender discrimination during their career (p = 0.024). In conclusion, our findings revealed that exposure to gender discrimination in work life was more commonly expressed by female members of TTS, particularly in terms of burden of social roles, career advancement options and leadership positions, along with significant role of discriminatory, negative and dissuasive attitudes of male physicians in their career choice. Accordingly, women remain underrepresented in thoracic surgery, particularly in the academic rank of full professor and in leadership positions with inability to promote after a definite step in their careers.

The Impact of Marketing Mix And Perceived Value on Customer Decision-Making for Community Enterprise Products and Sustainable Development in Singburi Province, Thailand

Objective: Thailand’s 13th National Economic and Social Development Plan (2023–2027) aims to drive sustainable economic growth. This study aims to (1) analyze the current distribution channels for community enterprise products in the Sra Jang sub-district of Singburi Province, (2) improve and expand these distribution channels, and (3) promote the sustainable development of community enterprises in the region. Method: The research population includes potential consumers of local community products across Thailand, selected using convenience sampling. Participants were chosen from various regions, including tourist destinations and general locations , resulting in 400 respondents. To address incomplete data, an additional 50 participants were included, making a final sample of 450. The Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), which recommend a sample size between 200 and 400.Data was gathered using a validated questionnaire, pre-tested with 40 participants, yielding reliability values between 0.7 and 1.00. The questionnaire was reviewed by an academic advisor and deemed suitable .Descriptive statistics summarized demographics, while SEM tested hypotheses and examined complex relationships, with model fit evaluated using indices like CFI and RMSEA . Results: the model’s Goodness of Fit Indices (CMIN/df = 3.466, GFI = 0.956, RMSEA = 0.079) demonstrated consistency with empirical data. Path analysis revealed that the Marketing Mix directly impacts Perceived Value with a coefficient of 0.560 and influences Customer Decision-Making both directly (coefficient of 0.382) and indirectly through Perceived Value (coefficient of 0.280), for a total effect of 0.661. Perceived Value also directly impacts Customer Decision-Making with a coefficient of 0.501. Contribution: Based on these findings, businesses should prioritize optimizing their Marketing Mix strategies to enhance Perceived Value and improve Customer Decision-Making , focusing on product quality, pricing, distribution, and promotion. Emphasizing perceived value and refining strategies through data analytics can help maintain a competitive advantage and strengthen customer decision-making pathways.

Investigating the Causes of Academic Plagiarism and Ways to Prevent It Case Study: (Faryab University)

Academic Plagiarism is one of the serious issues in both fields of "education" and "research." Formal education worldwide, at all levels, and researchers across various scientific disciplines are the two main groups most affected by plagiarism. In the research domain, those who publish the results of others' thoughts and efforts under their own name not only place their own reputation at serious risk but also harm the social standing of researchers. Through such behavior, they tarnish the societal respect of scholars and intellectuals within the community. The present study examines the reasons for committing different types of academic plagiarism and suggests preventive measures from the perspective of the editorial boards of scientific journals, professors, and students from various disciplines at Faryab University. A total of 44 members of the academic staff, including the editorial boards of social and natural science journals, department heads, and faculty deans, as well as 70 top students of this university, participated in the study. The participants responded to two descriptive questions and a questionnaire, either online or in print. The results of this study indicated that the main reasons for the prevalence of plagiarism at Faryab University included the lack of proper training in research methods and standards, the widespread culture of laziness and cheating among both academic staff and students, insufficient awareness of the types of plagiarism and its consequences, and the pressure on professors and students to submit articles and assignments beyond their capabilities in order to achieve academic promotion, obtain scientific rankings, or graduate. Strict law enforcement and serious punishment of offenders, along with proper education and awareness-raising, were among the most important solutions proposed by the participants to combat plagiarism.

Abstract 4136398: Gender Disparities Absent in Citation Metrics and Online Attention Across Thoracic Surgery Publications

Introduction: A recent study by Women As One highlighted the prevalence of “MANuscripts” (publications authored solely by men) and their potential impact on equity in academic promotions within cardiology. The study revealed notable differences in citation rates and online attention between publications in cardiology journals led by male and female authors. To further explore these disparities, we examined publications in prominent thoracic surgery journals. Hypothesis: Thoracic surgery publications where women hold key authorship roles (primary and senior) receive lower citations and online attention compared to those with men as leading authors. Methods: We analyzed data from peer-reviewed publications in 2019 from two high-impact thoracic surgery journals: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery and The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. Citation metrics and Altmetric Attention Scores (AAS) were sourced from Google Scholar paired with the Altmetric Google Chrome extension. Citation rates, AAS, and names of primary and senior authors were manually collected between September 22, 2023 and December 21, 2023. The genders of key authors were determined using Genderize, a gender-determination software, supplemented by manual searches for authors not detected by the software. A minimal number of publications were excluded if either their AAS or citation metrics were unavailable. Significant differences in the data were analyzed using one-sided Mann-Whitney U-tests. Results: Of the 1,482 authors included in the analysis, 18.4% were females in primary or senior roles. Our analysis found no significant differences in citation rates or AAS between male and female primary authors (p=0.09 and p=0.31, respectively), or between male and female senior authors (p=0.48 and p=0.38, respectively). Furthermore, after combining the data of male primary and senior authors and comparing it to the combined data of female primary and senior authors, no significant discrepancies were found for both citations (p=0.13) and AAS (p=0.28). Conclusion: Contrary to analyses of cardiology journals, our data from thoracic surgery articles does not indicate a gender disparity between male and female authors in terms of citations and online attention. While this does not definitively rule out the presence of inequity in thoracic surgery research, it suggests that male-authored manuscripts may not be a primary source of gender disparity in this field.

A conceptual framework for a proposed intervention: interdisciplinary academic advising and mentoring through personal tutor groups

ABSTRACT Students’ engagement and interactions within higher education are limited to domains of sports, cultural events, and extracurricular activities. However, it is important to cultivate an all-rounded enriching experience for them within their university life. Furthermore, due to limited classroom communication with both their classmates and lecturers, it becomes more restrictive to share academic experiences and thus wholly enjoy classroom learning. As a resolve, interdisciplinary interactions have proven to be effective in helping students truly appreciate their university life, particularly academia. We propose an intervention based on a unique approach by adopting interdisciplinary academic advising through personal tutor groups. To propose this as a university-wide initiative, this paper adopts a conceptual framework to recommend the gaps in existing systems in higher education related to the approach and its benefits to the culture and community of a university – its staff, lecturers, and importantly the students within The United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Professors’ Academic Advising Experience in Faculty-only Model

The purpose of this study is to explore in depth what experiences professors have while providing academic advising at universities. For this purpose, five professors with academic advising experience at K University in Chungcheong Province were selected as research participants and interviews were conducted. The collected data were analyzed using the constant comparison method. The results are as follow. First, professors covered five areas in academic advising: adaptation to college life, academics, career path, psychology-emotion, and others. Second, the positive experiences in academic advising recognized by professors were divided into two areas: direct effects and indirect effects. Third, four areas were identified regarding the difficulties experienced by professors while carrying out academic advising: lack of administrative support, psychological burden, difficulties due to student characteristics, and limitations arising from the role of advisor (dual relationship). Fourth, the support plan for academic advising recognized by professors were organized into two areas: close support for academic advising and separation of professors academic advising, and professional counseling. Based on these results, a support plan for professors' academic advising and implications for higher education were discussed.

Who are we? An autoethnographic investigation into professional role identity of the Learning Developer

This presentation was based on a proposed small-scale research project which aimed to investigate how a small team of Learning Developers (six) feel about their professional identity, and whether the job title of Academic Skills Advisor (ASA) at Edge Hill University has accurately reflected their combined experience and professional standing. This research project was designed to be undertaken within the Student Engagement Team Community of Practice (SETCoP) and had been identified as a useful chance to explore the Learning Development (LD) skills base through the practice of collaborative autoethnography (Chang, 2022). Eyre and Slawson (2018) recognise that self-descriptions enable Learning Developers to maintain control over defining the value of LD practice. This research project employs a qualitative research approach to investigate whether participants’ self-identify matches with the given job title. Ethical approval was sought internally within Edge Hill University. Thus, this presentation also highlighted the readiness of the professional role identity of the Learning Developer team and how they managed to build inclusive LD space within their Community of Practice in order to connect socially, emotionally, and physically. They also discussed how they planned for data gathering and evaluating the collective feelings of the ASAs to reflect the impacts of the evolution of the job title as an LD role which enabled them to show their identity, practices, values, and status.

Strategies and Barriers for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Antiracism Work in Family Medicine Departments: A CERA Study.

Medical schools and family medicine organizations have been working on advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism (DEIA). Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) faculty members are disproportionately expected to lead DEIA initiatives, negatively affecting academic promotion and well-being. Our study aimed to describe the existing DEIA initiatives, strategies, and barriers to implementing support for DEIA work, as well as the implications of addressing the minority tax in US and Canadian family medicine departments. We used data collected as a part of the 2023 Council of Academic Family Medicine Educational Research Alliance (CERA) study. The survey was delivered to 227 department chairs across the United States and Canada. The survey response rate was 50.2% (114/227). Sixty-two percent of the respondents strongly agreed that advancing DEIA was important, and 55.4% reported having a DEIA leader, with 75.4% of those positions reportedly held by BIPOC faculty. Lack of funding was identified as the most significant barrier (26.2%), followed by lack of faculty expertise (18.7%). Department chairs who strongly agreed that DEIA work was important were significantly more likely to report having a DEIA committee, mentorship for BIPOC faculty, and a holistic review for faculty recruitment than those who did not strongly agree. Though most department chairs perceived advancing DEIA work as important, appropriate compensation and institutional support are often lacking. Further study is needed to explore ways in which departments can enhance their institutional support for DEIA initiatives.

Edukasi Proses Publikasi Artikel Ilmiah pada Jurnal Internasional Bereputasi

Conducting research and publishing the results of the research and its analysis is one of the main criteria that must be fulfilled by lecturers in order to fulfill the responsibilities of lecturers as part of the Tridharma of Higher Education. The relevance of lecturers conducting investigations, research, and publishing scientific articles is raised substantially by the demands for publication by the higher education community. According to the Regulation of the Minister of Administrative Reform and Bureaucratic Reform (PAN RB) Number 17 of 2013 and the Regulation of the Minister of Education and Culture Number 92 of 2014 issued by the Minister of Education and Culture, academic promotion is recognized for publication in nationally accredited scientific journals as well as international reputable journals in their respective fields. This rule provides direction so that scientific publications and functional positions of lecturers in Indonesia continue to increase. The skills to write and publish scientific articles are very important for researchers, lecturers, and students in Indonesia. However, most of them still have difficulty writing down their findings in the form of scientific publications and publishing them in well-known international journals. Therefore, this activity which is part of community service is carried out to cultivate the ability to write and publish scientific publications for the benefit of students, lecturers and researchers in Indonesia. The Zoom Meeting digital platform is used for service-related operations. Researchers, lecturers, and students from various regions in Indonesia participated in this activity. The information obtained by the participants about the field of scientific writing in well-known international journals is very much. Keywords : Publication of scientific articles, Writing of scientific articles, Training of reputable journal publications.

Study tours as strategy in building multi-level public health system transformation in Ukraine (UA)

Abstract With 14 million Ukrainians in need of psychological aid (UNDP) and a strained health system, UA urgently requires mental health and psychological support services (MHPSS). As a TA partner on the USAID funded Public Health System Recovery and Resilience project in UA, the Philadelphia (PHL) team supports capacity building for population-based MHPSS at the community level with a study tour strategy. Such approaches apply to other countries interested in remodeling public health systems. The strategy aims to advance community based MHPSS through in person tours in PHL with remote follow up to stimulate vision, exchange ideas and accelerate action among governmental, community, and academic partners. The study tours presented overviews on health policy, system development, program services delivered to children and adults, community interventions, and workforce development of professionals and paraprofessionals. All included the foundational principles of trauma-informed practice. The June 2023 tour hosted 11 decision makers and regional officials who embraced the vision for system development and endorsed further engagement. The December 2023 tour hosted 13 practitioners and coordinators of health and social services to observe community programs. Results include development of PHL NGOs and UA social service hub partnerships to implement train the trainer programs for peers/people with lived experience and for mural arts programs to promote community engagement and empowerment. The September 2024 tour involves university partners from nursing, social work and psychology and PHL counterparts to strengthen curricula to include mental health competencies, support faculty development with potential for collaborative research and student exchange, and design post-graduate continuing education courses for upskilling the incumbent workforce. Study tours and direct exchange are an effective strategy for capacity building for MHPSS in Ukraine to address population health needs. Key messages • The sequenced study tour strategy affects distinct levels of change makers in UA. The results are governmental buy-in, partnerships for programmatic development, and academic advancement. • The study tour model promotes systematic change and offers solutions to MHPSS workforce shortages through information exchange, relationship building, and capacity development.

Assessing the effectiveness of Chatbots in providing personalized academic advising and support to higher education students: A narrative literature review

Assessing the effectiveness of Chatbots in providing personalized academic advising and support to higher education students: A narrative literature review

Exploring student engagement and sense of belonging at small institutions post COVID‐19 pandemic

AbstractThis article explores the dynamics of student engagement in small institutions, emphasizing their unique community‐centered approach. Particularly in the post‐pandemic era, where personalized support systems have become crucial, small institutions are reevaluating their strategies to enhance student empowerment and connection. Key aspects examined include tailored academic advising, mental health services, and career guidance, all pivotal in fostering holistic student development. The article explores critical factors influencing engagement, such as institutional support, campus culture, and the integration of technological advancements, highlighting how these elements contribute to a vibrant learning environment in small institutions.

Academic Neurosurgery Gender and Authorship Trends in the United States.

Women represent ∼20% of the national neurosurgical resident cohort but only ∼10% of academic neurosurgeons in the United States. Recognizing that the publication of scientific literature contributes to academic advancement, we measured authorship trends of academic neurosurgeons to query publication differences as an explanation for the discrepancy of female representation in academic positions. Physician data were obtained from program and individual physician webpages. Annual total, first author, and senior author publications were recorded for each neurosurgeon from 1980 to 2020. Mean publication number as a function of the year relative to residency graduation was calculated for all, first author, and senior author publications for all timepoints with >50 individuals. The mean first years of publication were compared using unpaired 2-tailed t-tests. The slope of publication for the senior author and all publications was calculated using individual best-fit lines from years 0 to 10 relative to residency graduation. Overall, 1601 faculty members were evaluated (female = 167 [10.4%], male = 1434 [89.6%]). First-author publication for female members peaked at 0.60 publications/year, and for male members at 0.80 publications/year, both at -1 year from graduation (P = .038). Female first publication occurred earlier (-2.4 vs 1.45 years; P < .00001). The mean increase in all publications/year from years 0 to 10 was 0.25 for women and 0.28 for men (P = .68). The increase in senior publications/year was 0.11 for women and 0.13 for men (P = .39). The ratio of total publications to the Scopus h-index was 3.08 for women and 3.62 for men (P = .07). These data suggest that women publish earlier but have fewer first-author publications at -1 year, the timepoint of peak publication for both genders. There was no significant gender difference in rates of the first author and all publications over the years 0 to 10. The ratio of publications to the h-index did not differ significantly but showed a trend suggesting that women produce higher-impact articles and may need fewer publications to achieve the same change in the h-index.

Improving Academic Promotion Success via Implementation of Targeted Preparation Strategies and Coaching Processes

Abstract Problem Academic promotion is important for faculty career development and retention in academic medicine. However, the promotion process is time consuming, with little guidance offered to ensure successful outcomes. The authors describe their institution’s standardized approach to providing clear and reliable academic promotion support and share associated outcomes. Approach An academic promotion support process, comprising 4 targeted preparation strategies and 3 coaching processes, was implemented in 2020 at Children’s Mercy Kansas City to prepare faculty to submit promotion applications. Targeted preparation strategies include communication plans, an intent to apply process, how-to guides and templates, and institutional promotion committee review. Coaching processes include structured conversations with an immediate faculty leader, an Office of Faculty Development director, and, after committee review of applications, an institutional promotion committee reviewer. Descriptive statistics and promotion outcomes were compared pre (2012–2019) and post (2020–2023) implementation. Outcomes In 2012–2019 (8 promotion cycles), prior to implementation of the academic promotion support process, 247 faculty applied for academic promotion. After implementation, in 2020–2023 (4 cycles), 196 faculty applied. From pre to post implementation, the mean volume of applications per cycle significantly increased from 31 to 49 (P = .03), and the proportion of approved promotion applications significantly increased from 89.5% (221/247) to 99.0% (194/196) (P &lt; .001). No significant differences were observed in the proportions of applicants who were female (P = .77) or non-White (P = .51). Next Steps Creation of an institutional academic promotion support process can be effective in increasing the volume of applications and the likelihood of successful outcomes. Future research should focus on increasing the proportions of non-White faculty and female faculty who apply for promotion and analyzing longer-term outcomes for faculty who are promoted, such as progression to leadership roles.

Development and validation of the mathematics self-efficacy scale for university students

Background: Academic underperformance in mathematics is widespread across all educational levels. To comprehend its causes, it is crucial to analyze various factors that impact academic advancement in mathematics through their interplay. The present study aimed to develop and validate a mathematics self-efficacy scale for university students. Methods: The research method was correlational and of instrument development type. The statistical population included all undergraduate students of Islamic Azad Universities in Tehran in 2021, of which 300 were selected as a sample using a multi-stage cluster random sampling method. In the process of scale construction, a set of items was initially selected based on a review of the research literature in the field of mathematics self-efficacy and the identification of valid tests in this area. Then, a preliminary version of the questionnaire was administered to a sample of 300 students. Factor analysis, Cronbach’s alpha coefficient, and Pearson correlation coefficient were used to analyze the data. Results: Based on the results of the exploratory factor analysis, the mathematics self-efficacy scale consisted of four components: mathematical achievement and success, general mathematical self-efficacy, mathematical anxiety, and mathematical stress. Cronbach’s alpha for the four components were 0.97, 0.95, 0.95, and 0.93, respectively. The results of the convergent validity evaluation showed that all four components of the mathematics self-efficacy scale were positively correlated with the intrinsic and extrinsic motivation components of the Academic Motivation Scale and negatively correlated with academic motivation. Conclusion: The components of the mathematics self-efficacy scale had acceptable internal consistency and convergent validity. Therefore, it can be concluded that the designed scale can be used as a valid tool to measure the level of mathematics self-efficacy in university students.

Role of English Language Proficiency Standards in Academic and Career Success in Iran

The aim of this paper is to examine the significance of English language proficiency standards in fostering academic and career success in Iran. The development of English language proficiency is intricately linked with the needs of Iranians for achieving their academic and professional goals. Notably, there is a growing interest in learning English language in Iran, like in the other countries, since it lies in the fact that English language, as a globalized language, plays a pivotal role in both academic achievement and career advancement. The study first delves into the English language proficiency standards, which include five levels, illustrating the diverse abilities exhibited by English language learners within each language proficiency level. Second, it explores the factors which have tremendous impacts on academic and career success in learning English language, with the aim of maximizing the effectiveness of English language learning for English language learners. Furthermore, it highlights the extensive array of English training courses available in Iran, conducted in educational institutions, which contribute significantly to enhancing English language proficiency among learners and optimizing English language learners’ perspective on the English language. Finally, the outcomes of this investigation indicate that the number of interested English language learners in Iran has been increasing in recent years, as they demonstrate a profound awareness and a deeper understanding of the global significance of the English language and recognize its transformative effects on their academic and professional success, thereby opening up vast opportunities for international communication and engagement.

The gendered effects of parenthood on career outcomes: Do family gaps explain gender differences along the science pipeline?

This study, based on data from 2225 faculty members at a Portuguese research-intensive university, investigates the combined impact of gender and parental status on academic rank and salary. Parenthood significantly influences women's concentration at lower tenure-track ranks, leading to wage gaps that disadvantage mothers. However, the impact of family status on women's career progression shows that while having young children initially hinders their transition to the tenure track, it does not significantly reduce their chances of earning tenure or reaching higher academic ranks. Lower wages for mothers result from slower academic grade advancement, not within-rank disparities, which poses barriers to progression. The study illuminates the interplay of gender and parenthood, shifting the focus from individual factors to gendered institutional processes shaping career trajectories, providing valuable insights into the mechanisms underlying the persistent gender gap in academia.

Implementing Predictive Analytics in Academic Advising

This paper examines how academic advisers interpret and apply predictive analytic tools, what training is necessary for advisers to best prepare them to use predictive data appropriately, and what institutional and end-user needs should be anticipated and supported when using predictive analytics in advising. We conducted a pilot study involving a small cohort of academic advisers who used an analytic tool developed at Penn State that predicts individual students’ course grades. Findings from focus groups and interviews suggest that the adoption of predictive analytics requires space and time for human users to develop a competent understanding of the data they are working with to successfully operationalize and contextualize its use. Additionally, institutions need to create ongoing training, support, and sustained community among users and avenues for advocacy to address systemic issues. Without this, mental shortcutting and optimization of workflows have the potential to yield behaviors where data is more likely to be used out of context of its original intent or purpose, raising the possibility for flawed or even unethical decision-making when supporting students.

Letter From the Editor: Data Analytics and Machine Learning in Academic Advising

Letter From the Editor, Special Issue

Role of low-impact-factor journals in conservation implementation.

Academic review, promotion, and tenure processes place a premium on frequent publication in high-impact factor (IF) journals. However, conservation often relies on species-specific information that is unlikely to have the broad appeal needed for high-IF journals. Instead, this information is often distributed in low-IF, taxa- and region-specific journals. This suggests a potential mismatch between the incentives for academic researchers and the scientific needs of conservation implementation. To explore this mismatch, we looked at federal implementation of the United States Endangered Species Act (ESA), which requires the use of the "best available science" to list a species as endangered or threatened and thus receive powerful legal protections. In assessing the relationship between academic sources of this "best available science" and ESA implementation, we looked at the 13,292 sources (e.g., academic journals, books, reports, regulations, personal communications, etc.) cited by the second Obama administration (2012-2016) across all ESA listings. We compared the IFs of all 4836 journals that published peer-reviewed papers cited in these listings against their citation frequency in ESA listings to determine whether a journal's IF varied in proportion with its contribution to federal conservation. Most of the peer-reviewed academic articles referenced in ESA listings came from low-IF or no-IF journals that tended to focus on specific taxa or regions. Although we support continued attention to cutting-edge, multidisciplinary science for its ability to chart new pathways and paradigms, our findings stress the need to value and fund the taxa- and region-specific science that underpins actionable conservation laws.