Cognitive Aspects Research Articles

Development Of Learning Tools In The Cooperative Think Pair Share (TPS) Model Integrated With Huyula Values Reviewed From The Cognitive Aspect

This study aims to describe the validity and practicality of the learning tool of the Think Pair Share (TPS) cooperative model integrated with huyula values (cooperation). This development research implemented the ADDIE model involving 25 students in grades VIII-3, SMP Negeri 1 TAPA. The results showed that (1) the learning tools developed obtained a percentage of 3.48% with valid categories. (2) the implementation (practicality) of learning obtained a percentage of 88.98% with the "very good" category, and the response of students obtained 83.91% with the "good" category.

MEM&SO protocol: understanding the determinants of social learning in neurodegenerative diseases

BackgroundPeople with neurodegenerative diseases may have difficulty learning new information, owing to their cognitive impairments. Teaching them techniques for learning in social contexts could alleviate this difficulty. The present study will examine the performances of patients with Alzheimer’s disease and patients with the semantic variant of primary progressive aphasia on a memory test administered in three social contexts. The protocol will make it possible to identify determinants of social interactions, social abilities, cognition, and personality that can explain the potentially beneficial effect of social context on learning in these patients.MethodsThirty dyads (patient with primary memory impairment who meets criteria for Alzheimer’s disease paired with caregiver), 16 dyads (patient meeting criteria for semantic variant of primary progressive aphasia paired with caregiver), and 46 dyads (healthy controls with no cognitive complaints) will be recruited. A nonverbal memory test (social memory task) will be administered to each dyad in three different social contexts (presence-only, observation, collaboration). Patients and healthy controls will also undergo a neuropsychological assessment to measure social (interactions and abilities), cognitive and personality aspects. Patients will be compared with controls on differential social scores calculated between the presence-only and collaboration contexts, and between the presence-only and observation contexts. A multiple comparative case study will be conducted to identify social, cognitive and personality variables that potentially explain the differential scores in the collaboration and observation contexts.DiscussionFor the first time, memory will be assessed in patients with Alzheimer’s disease and patients with the semantic variant of primary progressive aphasia in three different contexts (presence-only, observation, collaboration). The multiple comparative case study will make it possible to identify the determinants of memory performance in the social context, in order to create the most beneficial learning context for individual patients, according to their profile.Trial registrationThis study was approved by the Ile de France XI institutional review board (2022-A00198-35), and registered on ClinicalTrials.gov (no. NCT05800028), on April 27, 2023.

The Meaning of Hope for Polish Male Patients Dying from Cancer Depending on Their Age: An Interdisciplinary Study with the Use of Osgood’s Semantic Differential Method

Background/Objectives: The subject of this article is the reflection on hope—one of the most important predictors and motivators of human actions. Hope is our response to a threat, and it is also the emotion that allows us to overcome hopelessness and to reduce suffering. Hoping is a human capacity with varying cognitive, emotional, and functional dimensions. Psychological, pedagogical (particularly in the framework of special-needs pedagogy and thanatological pedagogy), and theological reflection on hope can be helpful for dying people. The objective of this study was to characterize hope in the semantic space of individuals in the terminal stage of cancer and to verify whether age is a variable that determines this hope. Methods: To complete the study, the Osgood semantic differential method was applied, as modified by Polish psychologist Dr. Boguslaw Block (the DSN-3 test). The research technique consisted of a therapeutic conversation. Results: Research results show that, in general, those in the terminal stage have positive associations with hope. In all three aspects of the used test, namely the cognitive, emotional, and functional aspects, the highest scores assigned to the perception of hope were obtained from men up to 35 years of age. Depending on the ages of patients, one could observe certain semantic shifts, but they did not prove to be statistically significant. Conclusions: Polish males surveyed at the end of life due to cancer generally perceived hope as a supportive force. Therefore, hope can provide emotional support to patients in the terminal stage of cancer and improve their quality of life.

Cognitive Stylistic Aspect of Semantic Deviations in Slogans

Cognitive Stylistic Aspect of Semantic Deviations in Slogans

Unlocking Brilliance: A Smart Approach to Icon Colour Design Inspired by Universal Design Principles

Icons are integral to the signature systems within architectural spaces, serving pivotal roles through human–environment interactions. However, previous icon designs often exhibited a considerable randomness and neglected the needs of visually impaired individuals. To address these issues and to overcome the limitations of the computer-aided design methods, such as most of them focusing only on text design which are not compatible with icons, this study presents an intelligent assistance method named “Universal Colour” for icon colour design based on universal design principles. Such a system enables the rapid generation of icon colour schemes and supports visual and quantitative filtering and comparison during the decision-making process for colour scheme optimization. To assess its usability, fifty-two participants conducted icon colour design experiments using this system, resulting in 87% of the design schemes meeting the universality requirements. The results have demonstrated that Universal Colour has the potential to significantly enhance efficiency and cognitive aspects within the decision-making process for users, regardless of their proficiency in icon design, thereby facilitating the generation of universal icon colour schemes in architectural design.

Exploring the experiences of dancers who have achieved peak performance: on-stage, pre-stage, and post-stage

The aim of this study is to identify and classify the different attributes that contribute to peak performance among professional dancers, and to understand how these attributes change over time. We conducted an analysis using inductive content analysis on open-ended survey data collected from 42 formally trained professional dancers. Additionally, we analyzed interview data from seven professional dancers who demonstrated outstanding achievements in the field among the survey participants. The main themes that emerged were related to various temporal events of peak performance experience: pre-stage, on-stage, and post-stage. During the on-stage, peak performance was perceived by both internal and external factors. During the pre-stage, emphasis was placed on technical, cognitive, and artistic strategies during practice, whereas just before going on the stage, attention shifted to psychological and physical strategies. During the post-stage, dancers reported immediate changes in their psychological and physical states following the peak performance experience, and thereafter, the peak performance experience was noted to influence psychological, technical, and cognitive aspects. These findings provide valuable insights into the key characteristics that emerge throughout a series of peak performance experiences and are consistent with previous research.

Investigating various factors that influence perceived mental health in physical activity participation in West Sumatera, Indonesia: An approach using SEM-PLS

Problem Statement. Individual involvement in physical activity or sports is very important for the survival of a healthy and quality life, so the supporting and influencing factors need to be investigated. Purpose. This study aims to test a model related to factors that influence perceptions of mental health, including cognitive awareness, emotions, spirituality, and social environment for sports participants. Methods. A total of 1,351 volunteers from 18 regions in West Sumatra participated in this study. The data collection technique used a survey via Google Forms, distributed via WhatsApp social media. Data were analyzed using the Partial Least Square (PLS) method by assessing content validity, Average Variance Extracted (AVE), Inner Model, and hypothesis testing. Result. The results showed that cognitive awareness significantly affects awareness of the social environment (t = 13.142; P<0.05) and perceptions of mental health (t = 4.458; P<0.05). Emotional awareness significantly affects the relationship of awareness of the social environment (t = 5.572; P<0.05) and perceptions of mental health (t = 4.870; P<0.05). Environmental and social awareness significantly affects mental health perceptions (t = 7.397; P<0.05). Spiritual awareness significantly affects awareness of the social environment (t = 4.014; P<0.05) and perceptions of mental health (t = 5.851; P<0.05). Conclusions. It can be concluded that aspects of cognitive, emotional, and spiritual awareness and social environment are essential in influencing perceptions of mental health in individuals participating in sports. The findings highlight the importance of paying attention to cognitive, emotional, spiritual, and social environmental aspects of mindfulness for the sports community or other stakeholders to help create an environment that supports the quality of life of participants involved in sports

The Implementation of Student-Centred Learning in Teaching Reading at SMA 10 Luwu

In this millennial era, English has become the common language to use in supporting communication between people from different countries in worldwide. Therefore, the government simultaneously develops human resources in the education sector by submitting the English subject into the education curriculum as one of the significant subjects in the school. As one of the four skill aspects, reading skill is a significant skill for mastering English. The English teachers at school are challenged to prepare the best learning materials to stimulate students’ reading skill. Student-Centred Learning is believed as an effective way to support the material stimulating this skill. This study aims to investigate the implementation of Student-Centred Learning in teaching reading at SMA 10 Luwu. The data of this study were collected from interviews of both students and teachers which had been transcribed by the researcher and also from class observation results to investigate students’ engagement in reading class. The researcher used a qualitative research method to analyze the data which had been analyzed by utilizing the interactive model of data analysis which employs data collection, data condensation, data display, and conclusion. The results of this study lead to several points which are: (1) teachers’ understanding of the student-centred learning paradigm is quite well and SCL has been implemented roundly in SMA 10 Luwu despite several shortcomings that still occur in the learning process, (2) teachers mostly implement some methods of SCL which are auditory intellectually repetition (AIR) learning method, brainstorming method, cooperative script method, and cooperative integrated reading and composition (CIRC), and (3) the weakest aspect of reading engagement that should be highlighted is from cognitive aspects. Specifically, the point of students does not use comprehension strategies well. This is due to students’ low mastery of vocabulary.

Upaya Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Siswa Melalui Model Pembelajaran Teams Games Tournament (TGT) pada Materi Luas di Kelas IV SD Negeri 1 Banjarsari Kulon

Classroom action research was carried out because there were problems that occurred at SD N 1 Banjarsari Kulon. These problems include the low learning outcomes of class IV students and the use of inappropriate learning models. The aim of this research is to improve student learning outcomes through the Teams games tournament learning model. The technique used to obtain data quantitatively is through learning outcomes in the form of evaluation scores given at the end of the lesson. Apart from that, data collection was also carried out by means of observation and interviews. Observations were carried out during the learning process in the form of observing student and teacher activities, while interviews were conducted with the teacher and 3 class IV students. The results of this study showed an increase of 70% in cycle I and 87% in cycle II. This Tgt learning model has a positive influence on student learning outcomes seen from the assessment results obtained in cycles I and II. The number of students who got good grades also increased, from 21 students who completed the first cycle to 26 students in the second cycle. Thus it can be concluded that the TGT learning model can improve student learning outcomes in the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor aspects of class IV SD N 1 Banjarsari Kulon.

A quasi-experimental study to assess the impact of green gardens on elderly anxiety: A socio-ecological perspective

ABSTRACT By 2050, it’s projected that the elderly population will make up approximately 14% of the global populace. United Nations forecasts indicate a notable increase in the average age of Iran’s population, expected to rise from 29.5%–49.4% by 2100, presenting significant societal and environmental challenges for the future. Given this demographic shift, addressing the implications of an aging population in Iran is paramount, underscoring the necessity for a socio-ecological approach. This experimental study seeks to explore the effects of green gardens on the mental well-being of the elderly, employing practical experience and a socio-ecological perspective. The study cohort consisted of elderly individuals residing in eldercare facilities in Kermanshah city, located in western Iran. Utilizing a purposive sampling method, 80 individuals were carefully selected and included in the study. Participants were then randomly divided into two groups: an experimental group (n = 40) and a control group (n = 40), ensuring demographic homogeneity. Adopting a quasi-experimental research design with pre-test/posttest measures and a control group, data were gathered through the Geriatric Anxiety Inventory (GAI) questionnaire. The results revealed statistically significant differences in anxiety variables—cognitive (p < .01, d = 0.78), arousal (p < .01, d = 1.64), and somatic (p < .01, d = 0.85) aspects—both before and after the implementation of green garden initiatives in eldercare facilities among the experimental group. Conversely, no significant changes were observed in these variables within the control group before and after the intervention. The practical application of the socio-ecological approach has the potential to strengthen the connection between the elderly and their environment, leading to substantial changes in human resources concerning psychological characteristics and contributing to the development of green spaces in urban areas. This research provides valuable insights into addressing the health and well-being of the aging population through socio-ecological interventions. Furthermore, this study has practical and theoretical implications by addressing urban agriculture practices. Overall, this study contributes to urban agriculture practice on one hand and has a significant impact on the health of the elderly on the other hand.

Impact of Affective and Cognitive Variables on University Student Reading Comprehension

The problem of reading comprehension at the university level has not been sufficiently explored in the field of education research. Understanding written texts is an essential prerequisite for academic success during university. Consequently, reading comprehension challenges can influence the dropout rate at the university level. On the other hand, research has been conducted from a cognitive perspective, without considering affective variables such as reading motivation and its relationship with linguistic and psychological variables. In this study, five questionnaires were administered to a sample of 65 teaching students from different disciplines. The questionnaires dealt with linguistic dimensions such as reading comprehension, at lexical, textual, and discursive levels; psychological aspects such as reading motivation; and cognitive aspects such as working memory. The results obtained through bivariate and mediation analyses show the mediating role of vocabulary in reading comprehension and other cognitive and affective variables. In this context, working memory has a positive indirect effect on more explicit processing tasks in reading comprehension of long texts associated with discourse comprehension. Finally, intrinsic motivation has a positive indirect effect on reading fluency and also on the comprehension of short texts. It also correlates positively with vocabulary tasks. These results are relevant in order to establish a reading profile of university students who have reading comprehension problems, as found in this study.

Predictive language processing: integrating comprehension and production, and what atypical populations can tell us

Predictive processing, a crucial aspect of human cognition, is also relevant for language comprehension. In everyday situations, we exploit various sources of information to anticipate and therefore facilitate processing of upcoming linguistic input. In the literature, there are a variety of models that aim at accounting for such ability. One group of models propose a strict relationship between prediction and language production mechanisms. In this review, we first introduce very briefly the concept of predictive processing during language comprehension. Secondly, we focus on models that attribute a prominent role to language production and sensorimotor processing in language prediction (“prediction-by-production” models). Contextually, we provide a summary of studies that investigated the role of speech production and auditory perception on language comprehension/prediction tasks in healthy, typical participants. Then, we provide an overview of the limited existing literature on specific atypical/clinical populations that may represent suitable testing ground for such models–i.e., populations with impaired speech production and auditory perception mechanisms. Ultimately, we suggest a more widely and in-depth testing of prediction-by-production accounts, and the involvement of atypical populations both for model testing and as targets for possible novel speech/language treatment approaches.

Evaluation of STEM-Aligned Teaching Practices for Gifted Mathematics Teachers

&lt;b&gt;Background:&lt;/b&gt; The STEM education system has garnered significant interest due to its innovative approach in creating a multidisciplinary and integrated knowledge structure that connects science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and allows students to apply scientific knowledge in a comprehensive and holistic manner. Consequently, evaluating the teaching methods of teachers in accordance with STEM standards is critical. This assessment should take into account various educational objectives, including cognitive, skill-based, and emotional aspects.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;b&gt;Purpose:&lt;/b&gt; This study aimed to evaluate the creative teaching practices of mathematics teachers for gifted students according to STEM standards.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;b&gt;Method:&lt;/b&gt; The study applied the descriptive analytical method and developed a rating scale for evaluating creative teaching practices based on STEM standards, verifying the psychometric properties in several ways. The study sample consisted of 64 teachers of mathematics for gifted students.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;b&gt;Results:&lt;/b&gt; The results showed that the degree of application of creative teaching practices by the teachers of gifted students according to STEM standards was at the moderate level in three domains: planning, implementation, and assessment.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;b&gt;Conclusions: &lt;/b&gt;Despite the importance of achieving integration for STEM, the actual teaching practices of teachers of the gifted according to these standards were generally average and did not reach acceptable and ambitious levels.

Swimming in children: benefits for early aquatic development

Swimming offers various benefits for children's development, including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial aspects. The present study aim to known the benefits the Swimming in children for development for early aquatic. A systematic review of bibliographic analysis was carried out through analytical tracking techniques and documentary quantification from various search engines: Google Scholar, Dialnet, Redalyc, Scielo, where a total of 223 documents were obtained, selecting the sample of this, then continued with the following coding: 1) Title of the article; 2) Name of the authors and year; 3) Objective; 4) Sample- Instruments; 5) Results. This finding supports the notion that exposure to blue spaces, such as oceans, lakes, or swimming pools, can have a positive influence on mental health outcomes in children. Incorporating aquatic activities into a comprehensive approach to child development may provide additional opportunities for promoting positive mental health outcomes. The findings support the efficacy of swimming and water activities in promoting physical, psychological, and psychomotor development in children.

Modeling social cognition in alcohol use disorder: lessons from schizophrenia.

A better understanding of social deficits in alcohol use disorder (AUD) has the potential to improve our understanding of the disorder. Clinical research shows that AUD is associated with interpersonal problems and the loss of a social network which impedes response to treatment. Translational research between animal models and clinical research may benefit from a discussion of the models and methods that currently guide research into social cognition in AUD. We propose that research in AUD should harness recent technological developments to improve ecological validity while maintaining experimental control. Novel methods allow us to parse naturalistic social cognition into tangible components, and to investigate previously neglected aspects of social cognition. Furthermore, to incorporate social cognition as a defining element of AUD, it is critical to clarify the timing of these social disturbances. Currently, there is limited evidence to distinguish factors that influence social cognition as a consequence of AUD, and those that precede the onset of the disorder. Both increasing the focus on operationalization of social cognition into objective components and adopting a perspective that spans the clinical spectrum will improve our understanding in humans, but also possibly increase methodological consistency and translational dialogue across species. This commentary underscores current challenges and perspectives in this area of research.

Optimizing Post-Editing Strategies in Human-Computer Interaction

This investigation underscores the significant impact of PE strategy selection on both the cognitive and operational aspects of translation. Highlighting the critical role of PE skills development in translator education, the study proposes several avenues for further research, including broadening participant demographics, integrating diverse and mixed-methods approaches, keeping pace with technological advancements, and engaging in longitudinal studies. These insights offer valuable directions for refining PE methodologies, enhancing translator training programs, and ultimately, elevating the quality of translations.

Self-regulated learning of anatomy during the COVID-19 lockdown period in a low-income setting.

In March 2020, universities in Zimbabwe temporarily closed and switched to remote learning to contain the spread of SARS Cov2 infections. The sudden change to distance learning gave autonomy to students to direct their own learning. To understand how the students at the University of Zimbabwe and Midlands State University adapted to emergency remote learning, focus group discussions and a self-administered questionnaire survey based on the self-regulated learning inventory were conducted to capture cognitive, motivational, and emotional aspects of anatomy learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thematic analysis was used to identify patterns among these students' lived experiences. Two coders analyzed the data independently and discussed the codes to reach a consensus. The results showed that students at the two medical schools cognitively and meta-cognitively planned, executed and evaluated self-regulated strategies in different ways that suited their environments during the COVID-19 lockdown. Several factors, such as demographic location, home setting/situation, socioeconomic background and expertise in using online platforms, affected the students' self-directed learning. Students generally adapted well to the constraints brought about by the lockdown on their anatomy learning in order to learn effectively. This study was able to highlight important self-regulated learning strategies that were implemented during COVID-19 by anatomy learners, especially those in low-income settings, and these strategies equip teachers and learners alike in preparation for similar future situations that may result in forced remote learning of anatomy.

Role of Primary School in Promoting Media Education and English Language Skills for Students

The study aimed to identify the reality of the primary school’s role in promoting media education and thus imparting English language skills to students in Al-Ahsa Governorate, and to reveal whether there are statistically significant differences between the responses of the study sample regarding the reality of the school’s role according to type of work and years of experience. A mixed approach (quantitative and qualitative) was used. A questionnaire was applied to a stratified random sample of female school leaders (102) and teachers (619). Personal interviews were also conducted with 21 primary school teachers in Al-Ahsa Governorate. The most important results revealed that the reality of the role of primary schools in enhancing media literacy skills among primary school students was to a high degree, and that the role of primary school in enhancing media literacy skills in the emotional aspect came in first place, followed by enhancing the cognitive aspect, while enhancing the behavioral aspect in Third place. There were also differences between the averages of the study sample’s responses at the level of (0.01) according to the type of work for female school leaders. The media education at primary school has a role in providing female students with listening and speaking skills in English, and that listening to short sentences was ranked first among English listening skills, while speaking single words was ranked first among English speaking skills for female primary school students.

Analisis Kinerja Pegawai Dalam Memberikan Pelayanan Administrasi Kepada Masyarakat Di Desa Semangat Dalam Handil Bakti Kabupaten Barito Kuala

Performance can be known and measured if an individual or group of employees or employees have criteria or benchmark success standards set by the organization. Performance can also be said to be the product of doing something related to a job, position or role in an organization with a maximum sense of responsibility, dedication and loyalty. The performance referred to in this research is all the power and efforts made by employees in providing administrative services to the community. This expected performance is reflected in three aspects, namely, (a) the cognitive aspect, namely the employee's understanding of the administrative service system to the community, (b) the effective aspect, namely the performance of employees in service, is the efforts made by employees to accept and create harmonious interpersonal relationships with the community, (c) the performance aspect is everything that employees do in using their physical bodies in acting so that they can provide good service. best for society

Mitigating Challenges to Effective Management of Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS)

Introduction: Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) refers to the collective effects of prolonged physical and cognitive impairments and mental health problems during or after the stay in intensive care unit (ICU). PICS significantly affect patients’ quality of life and ability to return to their normal routines. The challenges of PICS have become more pervasive since the Covid-19 pandemic. The aim of this study is to examine the challenges to effective management of PICS and suggest tangible ways of addressing them so as to reduce the prevalence of PICS, and improve on patients’ wellbeing, quality of life and satisfaction with care services. Methods: The descriptive survey is employed to make a brief systematic review of selected 2019—2024 literatures on PICS, the challenges, and the measures for managing the challenges effectively. Results: There is a consensus on lack of awareness and inability to recognize the condition among healthcare professionals; the difficulty of predicting and managing the long-term effects of PICS; the significant emotional toll of PICS on patients and their families; and the fragmentation of healthcare systems, which together constrain effective management of PICS. Conclusion: To attain effective management of PICS, a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach, which can address cognitive, physical, and psychological aspects of the condition, has to be adopted. Resorting to a meaningful interdisciplinary collaboration among healthcare professionals, widespread awareness about PICS, the symptoms, and the need for early interventions would guarantee patients’ attainment of maximal outcomes and improved quality of life.