Audiovisual Equipment Research Articles

“TrasiMemo” Memory Bank of Trasimeno Area. Working together to create development perspectives

“TrasiMemo. The Trasimeno’s Memory Bank” is a complex project – started thanks to a collaboration between university researchers, professionals of Cultural Heritage, artisans, local administrators and stakeholders – which aims to valorize crafts knowledge and memories, interpreted as a specific form of Intangible Cultural Heritage. The epistemological starting points refer to three main areas of the anthropological and museological debate: “cultural heritage”, ecomuseum theory, and craftsmanship “know-how”. After an initial phase of conception and sharing of the path with many local actors, we started an ethnographic research in order to “gather memories” through the use of computer and audio-visual equipment. The significant corpus of data composes the nucleus upon which is founded the physical layout of the “Bank” and the web archive, both connected to a series of workshop experiences managed in collaboration with local artisans. The general objective of the project (in progress) is to “reactivate”, starting from the ethnographic research, important Heritage’s items for the Trasimeno lake area, trying to stimulate, in the craft field, new professional dynamics which take together historical experiences and contemporary working possibilities.

Distance Surgical Mentorship for Ophthalmologists in Northern Peru.

This article was migrated. The article was marked as recommended. Purpose: To evaluate the quality of live distance surgical mentorship as an alternative way to provide continuing professional development (CPD) to practicing ophthalmologists. An activity which could be particularly beneficial to surgeons in remote locations where CPD is difficult to access. Methods: Orbis paired ophthalmologists from the Regional Institute of Ophthalmology (IRO) in Trujillo, Peru and a senior ophthalmologist from Vanderbilt Eye Institute in Tennessee, USA (LW). One week in advance, the Peruvian surgeon sent the mentor patient information confidentially via Cybersight.org, Orbis' telemedicine platform. The mentor reviewed the preoperative information to determine if the case was appropriate for remote guidance and formulated questions to help guide the educational experience. The mentor and mentee also consulted on specific learning objectives. The mentor observed live phacoemulsification surgery over the Internet using audio-visual equipment and Zoom desktop video conferencing software, allowing her to see through the operating microscope in real-time and have constant voice contact with the local surgeon. Post-mentorship a survey was administered to gauge acceptability of the CPD method, as well as their self-assessment on its impact on their skill development. Results: Latency experienced was well within the suggested margin of acceptability and the video quality was broadcast-grade, allowing the mentor to clearly see the anatomy and instrument manipulation. Seven surgeons over four sessions performed twelve phacoemulsification surgeries in Peru, 91.67% of those 12 patients achieved postoperative best corrected visual acuity ≥6/18. Four surgeons completed the survey and 100% agreed or strongly agreed that their objectives had been met and that the CPD had increased their confidence and their surgical skills. The step in the procedure most commonly reported for improvement was nuclear cracking (75% of respondents), followed by hydrodissection, quadrant removal and wound closure (50% each). Conclusions: Distance surgical mentorship in phacoemulsification is an acceptable form of CPD for consultant ophthalmologists. We describe a program with positive user feedback and experiences of improved confidence and microsurgical skill among participants.

Near Miss in Intraoperative Magnetic Resonance Imaging: A Case for In Situ Simulation.

Introduction:Pediatric patients in intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging (iMRI) settings are at high risk for morbidity should an adverse event occur. We describe an experience in the iMRI scanner where no harm occurred, yet revealed an opportunity to improve the safety of patients utilizing the iMRI. The perioperative quality improvement team, resuscitation team, and radiology nurse leadership collaborated to understand the process better through in situ simulation.Methods:After a problem analysis, the team planned an in situ, high-fidelity simulation with predefined learning objectives to identify previously overlooked opportunities for improvement. The iMRI simulation had unique considerations, including the use of a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-compatible mannequin and ensuring participants' safety. Audiovisual equipment was placed in strategic locations to record the MRI and operating room (OR) segments of the simulation, and trained health-care simulation experts provided debriefing.Results:After completion of the iMRI simulation, the quality improvement team solicited feedback from participants and reviewed the video-recorded simulation. Several opportunities for improvement surrounding staff responsibilities and unique aspects of the iMRI environment were identified.Conclusions:iMRI in situ simulation has not been previously described. It presents unique challenges given the integration of personnel from OR and radiology environments, anesthetized patients, and risks from the high-powered MRI magnet. Other institutions utilizing hybrid ORs with iMRI may consider conducting in situ simulations using the described methods.

Incorporating LGBT Health in an Undergraduate Medical Education Curriculum Through the Construct of Social Determinants of Health.

The AAMC has provided a resource to medical schools for implementing curricular change in lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) health education. However, studies have identified that many health professionals who do not feel comfortable in their ability to provide quality care for LGBT patients do not perform complete sexual histories routinely and/or harbor bias towards these patients or their sexual practices. This situation underscores the continued need for further education on this topic. Based on a needs assessment survey of medical students and faculty, we developed a 1-hour didactic lecture to provide instruction on how social determinants of health impact the care of LGBT patients. Students were not required to have any prerequisite knowledge for the session. A content expert in LGBT health taught the lecture using Microsoft PowerPoint in a traditional medical school lecture hall. The lecture was given to 180 third-year medical students. A total of 63 students (35%) responded to the retrospective pre- and postlecture survey. After the didactic lecture, students reported a statistically significant change in their knowledge of the lecture objectives. The didactic lecture was able to increase students' knowledge of how social determinants impact the health of LGBT patients. The lecture can be incorporated into a longitudinal curriculum on LGBT health. Additional work and research are needed on increasing comfort in faculty teaching.

Alternatywne obrazy w kontekście wydarzeń majowych 1968 roku we Francji na przykładzie twórczości Jean-Luca Godarda i Chrisa Markera

The article investigates two revolutionary approaches to the production of images circa revolutionary May 1968 in France. This study thus builds both on the theoretical and historical insights and highlights the contribution of photograms to trigger para-cinematic narration. By appropriating iconography of the grévistes and radical experimentalism Jean-Luc Godard and Chris Marker raised socio-political concerns of French society with in collective projects such as SLON. In line with the foundation of the Group Medvedekine, there has been provided the necessary audiovisual equipment to factory workers to reflect the in-depth look on their own working conditions. This initial period founding artistic collectives had an enormous impact on the development of alternative images of the grévistes and the workers provoking riots and discussions.

From Pedagogical Museum to Instructional Material Center: Education Libraries at Teacher Training Institutions, 1890s to 1970s

The development of education libraries cannot be understood outside the context of education history. Changes in educational practices and technology spurred three phases of development in the history of education libraries. Early examples, often called curriculum laboratories, developed as spaces to create educational materials where limited numbers existed. As standardized curriculum grew, common laboratories gave way to curriculum materials centers, which housed materials so that future teachers could preview them. The rise of audio-visual equipment transformed education libraries once again into centers housing a variety of instructional materials. This paper traces the development of education libraries through these three phases.

Telemedicine using stationary hard-wire audiovisual equipment or robotic systems in critical care: a brief review

Telemedicine using stationary hard-wire audiovisual equipment or robotic systems in critical care: a brief review

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Need a Simulation Technician? Try Your University's Engineering Internship Program

Supporting the initiation and uptake of simulation-based learning in university or hospital settings requires strategising for human as well as equipment resources. If activities require use of highly technical simulation and audiovisual equipment, faculty may be reticent to engage with the learning strategies that rely on managing “complex” equipment. Sourcing technical support can be an expensive component of simulation business plans. An alternate source of technical support can be realised from undergraduate engineering students. Insights are shared about the initiation and current status of a symbiotic partnership between two university faculties to meet respective needs for workplace experience and simulation technical support.

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Notes and News Frederick C. Luebke Award We are pleased to announce that the 2016 Frederick C. Luebke Award for outstanding regional scholarship has been awarded to Mark A. Griep (University of Nebraska–Lincoln), Beverly R. Devore-Wedding (University of Nebraska–Lincoln), Janyce Woodard (Little Priest Tribal College), and Hank Miller (Nebraska Indian Community College) for their essay “The Sharing Cycle of Science Learning: Connecting Community Topics to Tribal College Science Lab Courses,” (Volume 36, Number 2, Spring 2016, pp. 131–46). This essay describes a science-learning project designed to create sustainable and culturally and locally relevant laboratory experiences at tribal colleges in Nebraska. The project directly addresses the problem of American Indian students being significantly underrepresented in all science and engineering fields. The Luebke Award, named for the founder of the journal, is given each year for the best article published in Great Plains Quarterly. The Frederick C. Luebke Award includes a cash stipend of $250. Call for Papers The Fifty-Eighth Annual Conference of the Western History Association will be held October 17–20, 2018, in San Antonio, Texas. The theme of the conference is “Reimagining Race and Ethnicity in the West.” Papers and presentations are sought that explore the historical origins, legacy, and construction of race and ethnicity in the North American West, especially those panels that address the complex intersections of race, gender, class, and ethnicity. San Antonio’s rich history is an appropriate location given the theme of the 2018 conference. Throughout the centuries, this region has witnessed a collision of empires, numerous wars, and systems of colonization—a place known for its tragedies, victories, and second chances. As the host site for the 2018 Western History Association conference, San Antonio represents a place of convergence where historians can address the significance and stories of how race and ethnicity transformed the West. In addition to traditional paper sessions, submissions that integrate creative formats and seek to expand conference participation are strongly encouraged. All panel submissions must designate a main contact person, and all proposals, panel or individual, must include a one-paragraph abstract, a one-page curriculum vitae, mailing address, phone, email, and audio-visual equipment needs. Panel submissions require a 250-word abstract outlining the purpose and title of their proposed session. Electronic submissions are required and should be sent as a single PDF document to 2018 Program Committee Co-Chairs, Kent Blansett and Farina King, at wha2018callforpapers@gmail.com. The submission deadlines are September 1, 2017, for individual papers, and December 1, 2017, for organized panels. Additional information is available at https://westernhistoryassociation.wildapricot.org. [End Page 249] Copyright © 2017 Center for Great Plains Studies, University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Mobile network computer can better describe the future of information society

In the paper, we illustrate the importance of the concept of mobile network computer from a technological perspective. Because of the usefulness of mobile network computers, with the growth of the Internet of things, mobile network computers may include not only TV box audio-visual equipment, wireless household appliances, and mobile communication equipment, but may also include devices such as intelligent foot rings, smart watches, smart glasses, smart shoes and smart coats. Considering the different types of networks, e.g. IP multimedia Subsystem (IMS), we explain why some network elements are inaccurate and misleading from a technological perspective. We aim to popularize the concept of mobile network computers for its accuracy and importance, which better define modern mobile terminals and reflects the nature of multiple mobile terminals based on the structure of their integrated computers and the capabilities of processing multimedia. In the computer and Internet age, network computers and mobile network computers are the main terminals of fixed and mobile networks, respectively. Therefore, based on the concept of mobile network computers, we discuss the future of information society.

Ecological-economic efficiency evaluation of green technology innovation in strategic emerging industries based on entropy weighted TOPSIS method

In order to evaluate the impact of green technology innovation on ecological-economic efficiency of strategic emerging industries, the evaluation model is developed by the entropy weighted TOPSIS method. Through analyzing the impact factors of green technology innovation, the evaluation indicators system is constructed including positive factors and obstacles factors. The evaluation process is proposed, and six kinds of industry are selected to be the research objects on which the empirical analysis is made, the results show that the highest is the home audio-visual equipment manufacturers S6(E) whose weight is 0.7940 and the lowest is the electronic computer manufacturers S2(E) whose weight is 0.1938, finally, the countermeasures are proposed. The findings can avoid the subjectivity of human factors on the empowerment and solve the limitations of sample size and data distribution, and can help researchers precisely find the deficiency based on evaluation results.

Effect of Audio-Visual Education on Self-Efficacy Toward Marriage in Single People With Type 1 Diabetes

Background: People with diabetes report that diabetes affects particular aspects of their marital life and leads to other problems in their lives. Moreover, the self-efficacy of diabetic patients is affected by their disease in various respects. There is a significant relationship between self-efficacy and health behaviors. Objectives: This study was conducted to determine the effect of audio-visual education on self-efficacy toward marriage in single people with type 1 diabetes. Methods: This randomized, controlled trial study was carried out on 100 unmarried patients with type 1 diabetes visiting Iran’s diabetes society in 2015 - 2016. The convenient sampling method was used in this study. Samples were divided into two groups (50 patients in each group) with a simple, randomized sampling method. The data collecting tool was a researcher-made questionnaire that patients completed before the intervention and eight weeks afterwards. The intervention was an educational CD about improving self-efficacy toward marriage in diabetics. Using descriptive statistics, inferential statistics (i.e., chi-square, t-test, paired t, Fisher, and co-variance tests), and SPSS software version 16, the self-efficacy toward marriage in both the intervention and control groups was compared. A significant level was considered less than 0.05. Results: The mean of the self-efficacy score improved significantly in the intervention group (84.14 ± 16.29 to 105.82 ± 5.49, P < 0.001). However, this score decreased in the control group (92.92 ± 12.33 to 86.48 ± 11.54, P < 0.001). In addition, the self-efficacy in the control group was higher than in the intervention group before the study (P = 0.003), although the score of the intervention group significantly increased after the study (P < 0.001). Conclusions: This study showed that audio-visual training can have a significant effect on the self-efficacy of people with type 1 diabetes. Providing audio-visual equipment to referral centers of type 1 diabetics, such as hospitals, health centers, and clinics, as well as informing related officials, can be of benefit to managers.

Implantação e funcionamento de sala híbrida em hospital privado de São Paulo

Objetivo: Relatar a experiência da implantação de sala operatória híbrida e identificar sua demanda de funcionamento em hospital privado de São Paulo. Método: Estudo retrospectivo, com relato de experiência. Para coleta foram utilizadas informações do banco de dados do centro cirúrgico, registradas em instrumento (caracterização da amostra, informações sobre a cirurgia e utilização da sala híbrida). Resultados: 166 pacientes foram atendidos em 15 meses; a maioria do sexo masculino (109; 65,7%), faixa etária de 71 a 80 anos (42; 25,3%), com diagnóstico de estenose aórtica (25,9%), nas especialidades cardiologia (70,7%) e vascular (16,5%). Os recursos mais utilizados foram: ArtisZeego®, arco C, circulação extracorpórea, equipamentos audiovisuais, softwares, ultrassonografia, ecocardiograma e Robô Da Vinci®. Conclusão: A implantação da sala híbrida é um conceito inovador, com integração de equipes e utilização de recursos de nova geração. A equipe deve estar em constante aprendizado, pois dificuldades na formação dos profissionais e alto custo têm limitado esses procedimentos a poucos centros do mundo.

Observing real-time social interaction via telecommunication methods in budgerigars (Melopsittacus undulatus)

Humans communicate with one another not only face-to-face but also via modern telecommunication methods such as television and video conferencing. We readily detect the difference between people actively communicating with us and people merely acting via a broadcasting system. We developed an animal model of this novel communication method seen in humans to determine whether animals also make this distinction.We built a system for two animals to interact via audio-visual equipment in real-time, to compare behavioral differences between two conditions, an “interactive two-way condition” and a “non-interactive (one-way) condition.” We measured birds’ responses to stimuli which appeared in these two conditions. We used budgerigars, which are small, gregarious birds, and found that the frequency of vocal interaction with other individuals did not differ between the two conditions. However, body synchrony between the two birds was observed more often in the interactive condition, suggesting budgerigars recognized the difference between these interactive and non-interactive conditions on some level.

You, at the Podium

You, at the Podium

A Survey on Information and Communication Technology Infrastructure in Engineering College Libraries in Sri Venkateswara University Area

The present study aims at analysing the use and availability of Information Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure facilities in engineering college libraries in S V University area. This study traces out the hardware specification, software specification, library automation, accessibility of digital library, Internet connectivity, library website, tele communication facilities, audio visual equipments, specialized Information ICT staff, ICT strategy and policy and barriers to usage of ICT has been analyzed and interpreted.

Building capacity for skilled birth attendance: An evaluation of the Maternal and Child Health Aides training programme in Sierra Leone

ObjectiveMaternal and Child Health Aides (MCH Aide) in Sierra Leone provide the majority of maternity services at primary care level. To formulate recommendations for improving the quality and scale-up of MCH Aides training an evaluation of all schools across Sierra Leone was undertaken. Designstructured, direct observation of two randomly selected teaching sessions per school using pre-tested standardised review forms. Event sampling with random selection of timetabled sessions across all 14 MCH Aide Training Schools. Settingall MCH Aide training schools across Sierra Leone. Participantstutors across 14 MCH Aide training schools observed in August 2013. Measurementsassessment of four key elements of teaching and learning: (1) teaching style, (2) use of visual aids, (3) teaching environment and (4) student involvement. Findingsin the majority of teaching schools there was over-crowding (11/14), lack of furniture and inconsistent electricity supply. Ten of 26 tutors used lesson plans and teaching was mostly tutor- rather than student-focused. Majority of tutors use a didactic approach rather than active learning methods. Teaching aides were rarely available (15% of lessons). Tutors were knowledgeable in their subject area and there was evidence of an excellent tutor-student relationship. Key conclusionstraining for Maternal and Child health Aides relies on teacher focused didactic methods, which may hinder student learning. Teaching and learning within the schools needs to be enhanced by a combination of tutor development and improvements in the learning environment. Implications for practiceinterventions to improve the quality of teaching are urgently needed and should include training on teaching techniques and student assessment for tutors, provision of audio visual equipment and teaching aides such as posters and mannequins. Monitoring and Evaluation of interventions is critical to be able to amend the programmes approach and address further challenges at an early stage.

Exploring the potential of sequential simulation.

Several recent papers have highlighted the need for better integrated care to improve health care for children and families. Our team spent a year exploring the potential of 'Sequential Simulation' (SqS) as a teaching tool to address this need with young people and multidisciplinary teams. SqS allows the simulation of a series of key events or 'crunch points' that come together to represent the patient journey, and highlights the impact of individuals on this journey. The pilot SqS was based on an adolescent with asthma - a common condition that requires excellent multidisciplinary care with the patient at the centre. The SqS was designed using transportable sets and audio-visual equipment to create realism. Actors were employed to play the roles of the young person and mother and health professionals played themselves. The SqS was run at different events with varied audiences, including young people, health professionals and teachers. It was used to explore the difficulties that can arise during a patient journey, the importance of communication throughout, and to highlight the significance of each individual in the patient experience. The SqS was met with enthusiasm and felt to be an innovative and effective way of promoting better teamwork and communication. It was well received at a school asthma education event for pupils and community teams, demonstrating its varied potential. The year was the first step in the introduction of this exciting new concept that has the potential to help promote better integrated care for paediatric patients and their families. Our team spent a year exploring the potential of 'Sequential Simulation' as a teaching tool [to provide better integrated care].

HUBUNGAN RIWAYAT MENONTON AUDIO VISUAL DENGAN USIA MENARCHE PADA SISWI DI SLTP KECAMATAN KEBUMEN KABUPATEN KEBUMEN TAHUN 2011

One of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) is to improve maternal and child health. To improve maternal health starts from adolescent health to women of childbearing age. An important aspect of adolescent girls’ health is reproductive health, which is characterized by the occurrence of menarche (first menstruation). Menarche is influenced by many factors, such as factors of race, ethnicity, genetic, social, economic, medicine, health, and audio visual equipment. The effects of global information (audiovisual media) which is more accessible will lure children and teenagers to adopt bad habits such as watching blue films, pornographic VCDs, porn internet access, and porn scene via mobile.The aim of this research is to determine the relationship of the history of watching audiovisual to age of menarche among junior high school female students in Kebumen Sub-district of Kebumen District.A cross sectional survey design was used in this study. The Population was VII grade female students of 5.050 who had experienced menarche in the Junior High School Subdistrict Kebumen District Kebumen. Sampling methods use two-level clustering method. The first stage level at random cluster sample selection and the second level is a simple random elementary unit. Samples were obtained as many as 214 students selected at random proportionate sampling at each school. Data was collected through questionnaires, measurements of weight and height scales by meter. The data analysis by Chi Square test and used to know best models by logistic regression test.The results show that mean age of menarche was 11.8 years. Most of the students (58.4%) had a history of watching audio-visual equipment. There was a significant relationship of a history of watching audio-visual (p 0.001; RP = 2.57, 95% CI = 1.68 to 3.94), socioeconomic (p 0.0001; PR = 1.77, 95% CI = 1.25 to 2.49) to the age of menarche. There was no significant relationship between chronic disease (p 0.918) and nutritional status (p 0.448) and the age of menarche. The history of watching an audio-visual was associated with age of menarche, and had 5.14 times more likely than girls who never watched any audio-visual equipment. There needs to be education about reproductive health for adolescents and supervise the use of audio-visual media in accessing porn movies. Keywords: Audio Visual, menarche, Adolescent