Audiovisual Equipment Research Articles

توظيف التعبيرات الفنية المستوحاة من معدات قسم السمعية والمرئية لتنمية رسومات طالبات معهد الفنون الجميلة

Our current research (The Employment of Artistic Expressions Inspired by Audiovisual Equipment to Develop the Drawings of Female Students at the Institute of Fine Arts) is divided into three chapters. Due to the importance of the topic, the problem was formulated through the following questions: To what extent do female students in the Audiovisual Department benefit from artistic expressions inspired by their specialization in developing their drawings? Additionally, to what extent does the subject of planning and colors contribute to improving the students' level and graduating them as art education teachers? The current study aims to reveal the impact of employing artistic expressions inspired by audiovisual equipment on the development of students' drawings and their artistic performance. The current study used a descriptive analytical approach in the research procedures and resulted in a set of findings that included the concept of work as being either realistic or expressive, as well as the artistic expressions and tools. The artistic expressions were represented by direct relationships influenced by the tools and equipment of the Audiovisual Department, as well as indirect relationships with the tools of the Audiovisual Department, but with a clear expressive significance. The results also addressed the development of students' drawings through form and content, which was generally verified in models (1, 2, 3, 4). As for color, the color ability used to express the idea and depict scenes was achieved according to each individual's expression. Regarding the diversity of equipment, the diversity in drawing the equipment was realized, and the results touched on the color values of the selected models.

Access to primary healthcare services among adults with disabilities in Brazil.

To investigate perspectives of people with disabilities in Brazil regarding the access to primary healthcare. In-depth interviews were conducted with 44 individuals with disabilities in Pernambuco, Distrito Federal, and São Paulo between March 2020 and November 2021. These interviews were transcribed, coded, and analysed thematically, using the Levesque framework to identify healthcare access barriers. Participants expressed a solid understanding of their healthcare needs and existing obstacles. However, individuals with hearing and visual impairments experience challenges because of communication barriers. In Pernambuco, the Community Health Agent was often the initial point of contact for primary care services. Public transportation lacked accessibility, from buses to driver attitudes, posing difficulties for people with disabilities. More accessible transportation and improved urban infrastructure could enhance service access. High medication costs were reported due to limited healthcare unit availability. Communication accessibility issues, inadequate audio-visual resources and equipment were also identified as barriers. Attitudinal barriers among healthcare professionals and subpar home visit services further hinder access. To address these challenges and improve the well-being of individuals with disabilities in Brazil, comprehensive action is essential. This includes leadership, governance, and resource allocation reforms to meet healthcare needs. Initiatives like disability-focused training for service providers, enhanced transportation options, improved information accessibility, and increased support from community healthcare workers can collectively enhance the lives of people with disabilities.

Teaching Strategies to Enhance Knowledge and Understanding of Opisthorchis viverrini and Cholangiocarcinoma in Thailand: Lessons for Asian Countries.

Although Opisthorchis viverrini (OV) is a neglected tropical disease, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) listed it as a human carcinogen 30years ago. Cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) is the ultimate pathology outcome. However, it remains a significant public health problem in the Greater Mekong Subregion and Asia. Its widespread impact on human health requires urgent action using various strategies. This study aimed to investigate and prioritize the need for developing teaching and learning management of OV and CCA among primary school students in Thailand endemic areas. The samples consisted of 36 Grade 6 students. This study was conducted by using a needs questionnaire. Data were analyzed using Mean and Standard Deviation. The needs were prioritized using the Modified Priority Needs Index (PNI modified). The findings revealed a moderate overall need for teaching and learning management development. The area with the highest need was learning activity organization (PNI = 0.410), followed by audiovisual equipment (PNI = 0.276) and buildings (PNI = 0.265). The teaching content the students needed most included CCA prevention, risk factors, and disease symptoms (58.33%). Based on the findings, it is suggested that teachers design various learning activities and emphasize hands-on activities for students. Additionally, administrators should allocate budgets to improve buildings and audiovisual equipment, and relevant organizations should establish policies to promote learning on these issues in educational institutions. Essential lessons from this study can provide a starting point for executives and public health personnel worldwide to apply to develop educational strategies for cancer education and cancer prevention and control.

Teaching in Active Learning Classrooms at a Canadian University

This article describes an evaluation of a campus wide Active Learning initiative to examine instructors’ experiences teaching in Active Learning Classrooms (ALCs) at a Canadian University. ALCs at this university differ in size, layout, and audio-visual equipment. The participants were 21 instructors from different disciplines who had taught courses in various ALCs who were interviewed to explore their pedagogical decision-making, teaching experiences, and their access to ALC-specific, pedagogical and technological support. Instructors explained their classroom management strategies specific to ALCs, discussed how physical and technological features of different ALCs impacted the extent of necessary revisions to their courses, and highlighted logistical issues in being assigned to ALCs that may fit the requirements of their courses. Based on the findings, we pose a series of recommendations to offices responsible for classroom assignment, academic departments, and centres for faculty support and development. Overall, instructors would benefit from advance notice of ALC room assignment, just-in-time and self-directed opportunities regarding integrating Active Learning strategies in instruction, and access to orientation sessions and multimedia documentation developed for different types of ALCs.

Designing a smart classroom with advanced Audiovisual equipment and soft collaboration capabilities for Higher Education

This is a technology-enabled classroom design which reflects a thoughtful integration of cutting-edge audiovisual solutions to enhance the learning environment. The inclusion of automated audio-visual solutions indicates a commitment to creating a seamless and efficient learning experience through technology. The incorporation of a voice lift application ensures clear and audible communication for the instructor, addressing potential challenges in large classroom settings. The use of Dante-based communication over Ethernet signifies a high-quality and reliable audio distribution system, enabling efficient communication within the classroom. The inclusion of features catering to individuals with disabilities demonstrates a commitment to creating an inclusive and accessible learning environment. The beamforming microphone array system with multiple elements is a sophisticated technology that allows for effective tracking of the active participant. This ensures that the audio focus adapts to the speaker's location. The automatic and steerable coverage type enhances the adaptability of the microphone array system, automatically focusing on the speaker. This feature contributes to an immersive and dynamic learning experience. The support for Power over Ethernet (PoE) simplifies the installation and management of AV devices in the classroom. It reduces the need for additional power outlets and cables, streamlining the overall setup. Overall, this design prioritizes advanced audiovisual technologies to create a unique, state-of-the-art, and inclusive technology-enabled classroom. The focus on clear communication, adaptability, and ease of use demonstrates a commitment to providing an optimal learning environment for both faculty and students

Development of Problem-Based Mobile Augmented Reality Application to Enhance Creative Problem-Solving Skills for Undergraduate Students

This study aims to develop a problem-based mobile augmented reality (AR) application to enhance creative problem-solving skills among undergraduate students. The research involves an experiment conducted on a sample group of 30 undergraduate students enrolled in the maintenance of computers and audio-visual equipment course, selected through a simple random sampling method. The instruments used in the study included structured interview questions, needs assessment questionnaires, quality evaluation of mobile applications, evaluation of the learning plan, measurement of creative problem-solving ability, and satisfaction surveys. The data obtained were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, dependent t-test, and effect size statistics. The findings demonstrated that the developed mobile application achieved the highest quality level, with an average value of 4.62 (SD = 0.64). The mobile application efficiency reached 75.48 out of 75.16, meeting the established threshold of 75 out of 75. Using the mobile application led to statistically significant improvements in creative problem-solving skills after the learning process, with scores higher than those before learning at the 0.05 level. The effect size was 6.61, indicating a large impact. Additionally, student satisfaction with the mobile application was reported as the highest.

The effect of the use of stretching exercises in the method of neuromuscular facilities for sensory and multimedia receptors in learning some of the basketball defense skills for beginners

The aim of this study was to prepare stretching exercises in the form of neural facilities for sensory and multimedia receptors in learning some defensive skills in basketball and to identify the effect of longitudinal exercises in the facilitation method. The problem of the research was that the methods used in teaching the first stage students did not include the use of modern methods of learning skills (20) students from physical education and sports sciences / Al Mustansiriya University, and were divided into two groups. The researcher used the experimental method and exercises were used. Neural neuromuscular facilities for sensory receptors within the applied part of the main section and used multimedia, films and audio-visual equipment in the presentation of texts about the intended learning as well as photographs of the typical skills and global models of the skillful performance of defense skills in basketball. The researcher hypothesized that there are statistically significant differences in the effect of using lengthening exercises In the method of neuromuscular facilities for the sensory and multimedia reception in learning the defense skills of students and for the post-tests and for the benefit of the experimental group, the researcher concluded that stretching exercises and media The study recommended the adoption of this study in the teaching of basketball skills for the students of the first stage and its adoption of different stages and sports.

The Transformation of The Swing Procession: From Hereditary Tradition to The Modern Era

The tradition of riding ayun in ethnic Malays in West Kalimantan is one form of cultural preservation that has undergone a significant transformation in the face of the modern era. This study aims to describe changes in the meaning, implementation, and interpretation of the swing riding tradition in the context of the modern era. The research method used is a qualitative method with an analytical descriptive study approach. Data was collected through observation and interviews with local communities who still preserve the tradition of riding Ayun. The results showed that the tradition of swinging rose experienced changes in meaning, implementation, and interpretation. The influence of technology and globalization plays an important role in this change. Technology enables the use of social media and event planning apps to make it easier for families planning traditional events to ride the swing. In addition, technology also allows the use of modern equipment in the implementation of traditions, such as the use of audio-visual equipment to display information about the tradition of swinging or documentation of the birth of a baby. On the globalization side, the tradition of swinging can become better known in different parts of the world through social media platforms and websites. This can help in expanding the appreciation of this tradition on a global level. This research suggests that cultural transformation can occur in hereditary traditions such as swing rides. Therefore, cultural preservation needs to be done in the right way so that the tradition remains relevant and can be passed on to the next generation. In addition, the study also shows that technology and globalization can play an important role in cultural preservation. Therefore, there needs to be an effort to leverage technology and global connectivity to promote and preserve local culture.

Tari Piriang Lenggang Manatiang di Sanggar Anjuang Siriah Kota Padang: Tinjauan Koreografi

his research aims to describe and analyze the choreography of the Piriang Lenggang Manatiang Dance at the Anjuang Siriah Studio, Padang City. This type of research is qualitative research using descriptive analysis methods. The instrument for this research is the researcher himself and is assisted by supporting instruments in the form of writing instruments, books, recording equipment and audio-visual equipment. Data collection techniques were carried out using literature study, observation, interviews and documentation. The steps for analyzing data are data collection, data reduction, data presentation and conclusion. The results of the research show that the choreography process for the Piriang Lenggang Manatiang Dance starts from determining the idea/theme, then exploration, improvisation and composition. The choreography process produces the following form aspects: movement, space design, time design, energy design, top design, dramatic design, floor design, group composition, equipment and music. The movements of the Piriang Lenggang Manatiang Dance are the saayun steps, buai ayun movements, lenggang mantiang movements, manyabiak movements, rampak movements, saayun saangkat movements, Baginjai movements, ayun ma ayun movements, lenggang sway movements. The spatial aspect in the Piriang Lenggang Manatiang Dance uses straight, oblique and curved lines. The group compositions performed by dancers include unison (union), alternating, broken, alternating (canon), and balanced (balance). The Piriang Lenggang Manatiang Dance Costume is a garment that was developed and created by the Baju Kurong. The musical instruments used are Gandang, Bansi, Sarunai, Canang and Talempong Pacik. Meanwhile, the property used is piriang tujuah.

Lactation physiology video clip: health professionals` assessment in hospital care.

To evaluate the usability of a lactation physiology video clips by healthcare professionals and to identify barriers and facilitators for this usage in hospitals. Cross-sectional study juxtaposed with the Knowledge Translation Model. The video clip was evaluated with the System Usability Scale self-applied to 63 health professionals from a university hospital in southern Brazil, from April to September 2022. Spearman's correlation test was used. The usability of the video clip obtained the best imaginable classification with a positive association with longer training time (p=0.038) and motivation for using it (p=0.035). The facilitators went to have institutional capacity building; physical space and moments of guidance for breastfeeding; brevity of the video clip with easy and playful information. Barriers were overcrowding and turnover, limited audiovisual equipment and internet equipment. The excellence of the usability of the video clip in the hospital highlights the potential for its application in continuing education with professionals and in health education with users. It is concluded that the longer the training time and the motivation for using technologies in daily care, the better professionals evaluate usability.

OLDER ADULTS’ ACCEPTANCE OF TELEGRACE: A HYBRID TELEHEALTH CARE MODEL

Abstract The VA Geriatric Resources for Assessment and Care of Elders (GRACE) at Veterans Health Indiana is an interdisciplinary, home-based program providing comprehensive geriatric assessment and ongoing care management for community-dwelling older Veterans’ experiencing geriatric syndromes. TeleGRACE is an extension of the GRACE program and delivers care via a hybrid, telehealth home visit. The TeleGRACE technician operates the audio-visual equipment in the patient’s home while the clinical dyad (GRACE nurse practitioner and social worker) conducts the assessment. The specific aim of this study was to evaluate patient acceptability of TeleGRACE. We conducted a mixed methods study which included Likert-scale ratings and open-ended interviews. Participants used a 5-point scale to indicate agreement (5) to disagreement (1) regarding the acceptability of program elements ratings including ease with technician and virtual dyads; access; and clinical telepresence. The sample included 12 Veterans (mean [M] age, 78.7 years; standard deviation [SD] 7.5) who completed both an initial and follow-up TeleGRACE visit. Veterans reported high agreement of TeleGRACE acceptability (M=4.9, SD=0.3). They agreed: TeleGRACE hybrid visits helped them get care that they could not access otherwise (M=4.7, SD=0.65), they were as well taken care of by TeleGRACE virtual clinicians as those met at in-person visits (M=4.8, SD=0.4), they could hear (M=4.8, SD=0.6) and see (M=5.0, SD=0) the clinical dyads through the video visits, and they were able to ask direct questions of the TeleGRACE clinical staff (M=5.0, SD=0). These results indicated that TeleGRACE’s key elements of a hybrid telehealth home visit were acceptable to older, community-dwelling Veterans.

Delirium Care by Intensive Care Unit Nurses: Focus Group Studies in a Medical Center of Southern Taiwan.

Studies have identified many nursing interventions that can prevent delirium and fall accidents in clinical patients, detect and treat delirium early to prevent functional decline in the patient, shorten hospitalization duration, and lower the death rate. This study aimed to explore delirium care by intensive care unit (ICU) nurses in a medical center of southern Taiwan. This study conducted 3 semistructured focus group interviews, each for a single medical ICU, involving groups of 6 to 8 nurses each. The nurses were recruited through purposive sampling. This research was approved by an institutional review board in the medical center of southern Taiwan from March 31, 2020, to January 30, 2021. The co-principal investigator described the purpose and process of this study to the participants before they provided their written informed consents. The interviews were conducted in the meeting room and were audiotape recorded. The recordings were transcribed and subject to content analysis to identify the themes of delirium care. For nursing interventions of delirium, satisfying the patient's physical needs: comfort care, massages, and early rehabilitation; and psychological care: being presence, communication, and ensuring familial support were included. In terms of environmental interventions for delirium, providing reorientation, music, light, belongings with sentimental value, and audiovisual equipment were included. However, according to the recruited medical ICU nurses, these nonpharmacological interventions, although effective, do not have long-lasting effects. Finally, nurses reported themselves as having been attacked by patients with delirium. Thus, they all agreed that restraining patients with delirium may be necessary, but restraining is a double-edged sword for ICU delirium patients. Research team suggests for future studies to extend their evidence-based findings of physical, psychological, and environmental care for ICU delirium patients toward integrating the efforts of various health care professionals.

A Novel Technology for Smart Domestic Automation System

Technology is a large scale and very fast growing process. We can use current technology to create products that benefit other people's lives. This is a great contribution to the community. The " Internet of Things "is rapidly becoming a disruptive technology business opportunity, most notably the creation of standards for wireless communication between devices and gadgets, commonly referred to as things, in human everyday life. This paper introduces a new technology for controlling home appliances and building an intelligent wireless home security system using Wi-Fi as the communication protocol. Home automation can be implemented using various types of wireless communication technologies such as ZigBee, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GSM. The above existing methods have drawbacks as they work in short range. To overcome these shortcomings, the developed system is integrated into a single portable unit, enabling wireless control of lighting, fans, air conditioners, televisions, surveillance cameras, electronic doors, computer systems, audio-visual equipment, etc., as well as turning on or off the devices connected to the outlet and obtaining the status of various sensors to make appropriate decisions. The system is portable and designed for easy installation, configuration, operation and maintenance. This document implements RTC- based home automation. Here we can set the load-on and load-off timings here. Loading is timed. This makes it even more convenient for disabled and elderly people. Key Words: Home automation, Internet of Things (IOT), Wi- Fi, Arduino, Node MCU, RTC

TECHNOLOGY IN EDUCATION

With the advent of innovative technology, many traditional schools have resorted to modern techniques to facilitate student learning. Early steps recognize the role of technology in education. Which indicates the importance of audio-visual equipment like tele media, recording media, computer etc. Thus, educational technology emphasizes the art of employing so-called hardware, innovative media, and machine industry methods for educational purposes. It has now become clear that the systematic way in which technology is used to achieve a purpose is as important as the use of technology. Today the software aspect of educational technology has reached an important point i.e. it is useful in molding behavioural practices or in other words useful for solving problems of promoting learning and motivation. The most widely known meaning of educational technology today is more special than the acquisition of its hardware or software.

A Case for Nature in Long-Haul Space Exploration

The recent uncrewed Artemis I mission marked humanity’s return to the active exploration of cislunar space and beyond. The human crews of upcoming long-haul missions will experience extended periods during which they are confined to the built environments of their orbital vehicles and surface facilities. The resulting absence of nature during these extended missions lasting from weeks to years could prove detrimental to the achievement of mission objectives. Incorporating elements of nature into mission design has the potential to measurably promote cognitive functioning among human crews. Specifically, the use of audio–visual equipment already onboard the current and future crewed vehicles would provide a ready set of opportunities to leverage biophilic design in support of mission success and without presenting a significant load on the power dynamics of the relevant craft or the need to remove to a virtual reality environment.

O024 Development and validation of a “lab in a box” for remote delivery of core reconstructive surgical skills

Abstract Introduction Junior doctors and aspiring surgical trainees can have limited surgical exposure and developmental teaching because of rapid rotations, inconsistent rotas, reduced theatre time, and high working pressures. The global pandemic has also initiated a paradigm shift in education, and the methods we use to deliver education. Our aims are to assess the feasibility and validity of a low cost, remote plastic surgical skills course in comparison to the same course delivered face-to-face. Methods Our bench-model simulation “Lab in a Box” design was delivered to students remotely and in person. The essential and advanced plastic surgery course included suturing, excision, tendon repair, and local flap design. We undertook a pilot course facilitated by an online platform using a two-device set up. Equipment, including synthetic tendons and skin substitutes, were distributed to each participant. Quantitative evaluation included a global rating assessment and task specific criteria using a 1-5 Likert scale. Results were compared to the face-to-face control group. Qualitative feedback was also collected. Results A total of 40 students were recruited. A total cost of less than £30 was achieved. Quantitative feedback demonstrated comparable outcomes in remote training vs face-to-face training. Students reported excellent quality of audio-visual material and equipment, clear feedback, and 100% would recommend this course. Conclusion The simulation training course developed provides high-quality, engaging, reproducible and low-cost surgical skills training that can be delivered via distance learning. This model can be used to improve surgical skills training both in the UK and globally in resource poor environments.

Protocol for a randomised pilot study of a novel Parent–Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) ‘re-implementation’ intervention

BackgroundDespite a number of clinicians having been trained in Parent–Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) in Aotearoa/New Zealand, few are regularly delivering the treatment, with barriers to use including a lack of suitable equipment and lack of professional support. This pragmatic, parallel-arm, randomised, controlled pilot trial includes PCIT-trained clinicians who are not delivering, or only rarely utilising, this effective treatment. The study aims to assess the feasibility, acceptability and cultural responsivity of study methods and intervention components and to collect variance data on the proposed future primary outcome variable, in preparation for a future, larger trial.MethodsThe trial will compare a novel ‘re-implementation’ intervention with a refresher training and problem-solving control. Intervention components have been systematically developed to address barriers and facilitators to clinician use of PCIT using implementation theory, and a draft logic model with hypothesised mechanisms of action, derived from a series of preliminary studies. The intervention includes complimentary access to necessary equipment for PCIT implementation (audio-visual equipment, a ‘pop-up’ time-out space, toys), a mobile senior PCIT co-worker and an optional weekly PCIT consultation group, for a 6-month period. Outcomes will include the feasibility of recruitment and trial procedures; acceptability of the intervention package and data collection methods to clinicians; and clinician adoption of PCIT.DiscussionRelatively little research attention has been directed at interventions to resurrect stalled implementation efforts. Results from this pragmatic pilot RCT will refine and shape knowledge relating to what it might take to embed the ongoing delivery of PCIT in community settings, providing more children and families with access to this effective treatment.Trial registrationANZCTR, ACTRN12622001022752, registered on July 21, 2022.

Culture-Creating Potential of Audiovisual Technologies in the Mass Art of the Second Half of the Twentieth and Early Twenty-First Centuries

The purpose of the research is to specify and explicate the culture-creating potential of audiovisual technologies, to determine their impact on mass art in the second half of the twentieth and early twenty-first centuries. Research methodology. The article uses the following methods: cultural-historical, which identifies the main evolutionary stages of technical means and audiovisual technologies; methods of description and analysis, which made it possible to reveal the process of creating mass art products with the help of audiovisual technologies; the principle of synergy as a tool for understanding the mutual coordination and mutual influence of culture and technology during the formation of mass art in the second half of the last century. Scientific novelty. The paper first reveals and considers the cultural potential of audiovisual technologies of this period and explicates the related transformational processes in mass art. Conclusions. It has been found that the phenomenon of mass art today functions in a complex technological regime formed in the last century and continues to be developed and function at the global industrial level. It has been proved that thanks to such inventions and technologies as CDs and DVDs, personal computing, magnetic audio recording, magnetic pickup and electric guitar, CGI animation, digitalization, streaming multimedia and sound design, and others, various forms, types and independent genres of mass art (rock culture, Net Art, show programs, 3D video mapping) emerged and developed, the aesthetic and emotional experience of audiovisual product users was enhanced, as well as new professions and specialists (animator, sound engineer, producer, etc.) emerged to operate and improve audiovisual equipment to create a variety of artistic products in various formats in the future.

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Assessing Acoustic Conditions in Hybrid Classrooms with COVID-19 Social Distancing at the University of Sharjah

In response to COVID-19 global pandemic, the University of Sharjah (UAE) implemented a flexible hybrid teaching approach where the capacity of the classrooms is reduced to 50% and installed additional audiovisual equipment to support the hybrid teaching model. The aim of this study is to assess the acoustic parameters in the hybrid classrooms with focus on reverberation time, sound clarity (C50) and strength (G). Measurements were taken in six different classrooms using sound analyzer and ROOM EQ Wizard software in accordance to the guidelines set by ISO 3382. In addition, we compared the experimental data with that obtained from Sabine's diffuse field theory and from a model developed by E. Nilsson, which considers the absorption in classrooms to be mainly due to the absorbing ceilings. Reverberation times results show that Leq (dBA) to vary from 43.0 - 50.9 dBA for acoustically untreated classroom, and 32.3 for classrooms with the air condition off. Results obtained from the theoretical model showed the same overall behavior over the investigated frequency range. Sound clarity and strength measurements indicated that the acoustic conditions in hybrid classrooms do not satisfy the international standards with the exception of one classroom, which was acoustically treated.