Awareness Of Attitudes Research Articles

Shifting the perception of languages and their status through the use of pedagogical translanguaging as a tool to increase language awareness

ABSTRACT The objective of the study is to explore the possibilities of pedagogical translanguaging as a strategy to develop critical language awareness among a group of primary school students from the Basque Autonomous Community (Spain). The study is part of a broader ethnographically based research project, which was developed over two school years in Basque, Spanish and English language subjects. Participants were 51 primary school students studying through the medium of the minority language Basque in an area where the dominant language in society is Spanish, in addition, these students were learning English as a foreign language. The findings show how students’ critical language awareness is developed when sociolinguistically informed didactic strategies are integrated together with translanguaging pedagogies in the classroom. As a result of translanguaging pedagogies and the sociolinguistic reflection carried out during the intervention, the students built up their awareness of minority languages and affective attitudes towards their own. In turn, the simultaneous use of several languages in the classroom brought to the surface the unbalanced power relation among Basque, Spanish and English. This study’s findings reinforce the need for creating and maintaining spaces for minority languages to breathe within the framework of translanguaging pedagogies.

Assessing the prevailing driver seatbelt compliance at Madina Zongo junction in Accra, Ghana: An observational study

Objective This study aimed to examine the prevailing driver seatbelt compliance at the Madina Zongo junction in Accra, Ghana. Methods An unobtrusive observational survey was conducted from 6 to 8 am and 5 to 7 pm on weekdays at randomly designated locations near the junction. A total of 3,054 vehicles were observed throughout the observation period. The data collected were analyzed with SPSS version 26. Cross-tabulations and Pearson’s Chi-square test were employed for thorough analysis. Results The study revealed an overall seatbelt compliance rate of slightly over half (54.1%) among drivers, with the following breakdowns in various vehicle categories: large buses (76.2%), medium buses (98.1%), minibuses (44.0%), private cars (70.5%), taxi/uber (53.0%), and trucks (41.1%). Notably, seatbelt compliance was higher among females at 98.4%, compared to males at 49.2%. The study also identified a correlation between driver’s gender and vehicle type with seatbelt compliance. Conversely, no significant association was found between seatbelt compliance and either the time of day or day of the week. Conclusions The study offers significant findings regarding seatbelt usage trends at the Madina Zongo junction in Accra. These insights provide a basis for recommending targeted interventions such as policy decisions, public health campaigns, communication strategies, better enforcement, and road safety training programs. These interventions aim to raise awareness of unsafe attitudes and behaviors among drivers to improve seatbelt compliance and ultimately enhance road safety for all road users.

Awareness of tobacco industry tactics among tobacco control communities in Thailand and its association with attitudes towards tobacco industry and perceptions of e-cigarettes.

Tobacco industry denormalisation is a key strategy recommended by the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control as it is associated with reducing smoking behaviours and positively influencing public and policymakers' opinion towards tobacco control. However, studies of awareness of tobacco industry tactics among public health players and policymakers in low-income and middle-income countries are limited. We conducted an online survey of individuals who had been involved in tobacco control in Thailand. Multivariate ordinal logistic regression analysis was used to determine the association between awareness of tobacco industry tactics and different attitudes towards tobacco industry and perceptions towards e-cigarettes, controlling for role in tobacco control and demographics among 441 respondents. Of the respondents, 11.3% had never heard of any tobacco industry tactics, whereas 11.1% had heard of all tactics asked in the survey. Tobacco industry tactics which were less known by participants were intimidation (30.6%) and illicit trade (37.4%). Participants who were more aware of tobacco industry tactics were more likely to have negative attitudes towards the tobacco industry and e-cigarettes. Compared with active experts of the Provincial Tobacco Products Control Committee and provincial public health officials who work in tobacco control programmes, advocates who worked for civil society organisations in tobacco control were more aware of tobacco industry tactics and had less favourable perceptions of e-cigarettes. This study emphasises the importance of educating public health professionals and policymakers about tobacco industry behaviour, especially in the era of e-cigarettes.

Financial Inclusion and Technological Influence on SDG 4 - Quality Education Attainment in Africa: A Case Study of Gombe State

The pursuit of Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4) - Quality Education, remains a critical imperative for African nations, particularly in the context of fostering inclusive and equitable education systems. This study aims to address the gaps in understanding the relationship between financial inclusion, technological advancements, and the achievement of SDG 4 in Africa, focusing specifically on Gombe State. Questionnaires were distributed to 700 respondents, with 580 valid responses collected. Data was collected on access to financial services, awareness and usage of educational technology, financial behavior, and attitudes towards education financing. Data analysis was conducted using Covariance-Based Structural Equation Modeling (CB-SEM) with AMOS. The study found a significant positive relationship between access to financial services and attitudes towards education financing. Additionally, awareness and usage of educational technology were found to positively influence attitudes towards education financing. Finally, positive financial behaviors, such as savings and prudent financial management, were associated with supportive attitudes towards education financing. The study suggests integrating financial inclusion, educational technology, and promoting positive financial behaviors, in order to advance inclusive and equitable quality education in Gombe State, thereby fostering sustainable development in the region.

Measuring Secondary School Teachers’ Competency in the Subject of English

This study examines the qualifications of secondary school English teachers in South Punjab, Pakistan. It emphasizes the central role of teachers in education, emphasizing that their effectiveness is linked to their knowledge, skills, and attitude awareness. Competency standards are divided into academic skills, professional skills, and personal skills. Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire based on a 5-point Likert scale, and observations, which ensured reliability. The sample consisted of 3600 high school students, equally distributed across gender and urban/rural areas. Results showed that although the teachers are competent in many areas, they lack the knowledge to teach the vocabulary components, oral communication with correct pronunciation and intonation, and assessment of student work. In addition, teachers strive to provide quality care to students. Studies have recommended needs-based training for teachers to address these weaknesses.

심폐소생술교육이 국내 거주 유학생의 안전수준 인식, 심폐소생술 지식, 태도 및 수행도에 미치는 효과

The purpose of this study is to provide CPR training to international students living in Korea and verify the effect on safety level awareness, CPR knowledge, attitude, and performance. In addition, this study was attempted to be used as basic data for policy recommendations to create a safe living and cultural environment for international students. The method of this study is a quasi-experimental study using a non-equivalent control group before and after time-lag design to evaluate the effectiveness of CPR training for international students living in Korea. A total of 59 people participated in the study: 30 in the experimental group and 29 in the control group. The training was conducted in three sessions, with a total training time of 5 hours. As a result of the study, the experimental group who participated in CPR training had awareness of safety level (t=-3.90, p<.001), CPR knowledge (t=-9.19, p<.001), and attitude (t=-2.75, p=.008). ) and performance (t=-6.90, p<.001) were significantly improved. However, in the control group, there were no significant changes in safety level awareness, CPR knowledge, attitude, and performance. Therefore, it is important that CPR training is not simply conducted one-time, but is conducted periodically so that it can be naturally applied in daily life. Therefore, based on the results of this study, it can be used as basic data for the development of a continuous program that can improve the correct knowledge and attitude to maintain safety while living in an unfamiliar country in the future.

The Implementation of Ecological Literacy Learning for Students of Elementary School

<em>This research aims to describe the implementation of ecological literacy learning for students of elementary school. The research approach applied is mixed method. In this case, the data collection techniques used are observation, interviews, questionnaires, and documentation. Data analysis was carried out by applying a descriptive qualitative interactive model approach by Miles and Huberman in which the steps are data collection, data condensation, data display, and conclusion. The results of research relating to students' knowledge and attitudes regarding ecological literacy show that the level of students' ecological literacy is lacking. If we look at the ecological literacy indicators, we get different averages, namely ecological knowledge of 8.71% (sufficient criteria), cognitive ability of 3.24% (poor criteria), environmental awareness attitude of 89.11% (good criteria), and environmentally responsible behavior of 75.33% (good criteria). Factors that influence students' implementation of ecological literacy learning are students' lack of knowledge and attitudes about ecological literacy. Students who have good ecological literacy will behave responsibly towards the environment through knowledge, skills and awareness of environmental problems so that ecological literacy plays a role in building character to care about the environment. Students' ecological literacy learning is carried out through several series of activities, namely providing space for students to improve their knowledge and attitudes about ecological literacy as well as real activities.</em>

Screening Perspectives: The Role of Colorectal Cancer Awareness in Shaping Attitudes Toward Colonoscopy in Palestine.

To assess colorectal cancer (CRC) awareness and its influence on attitudes toward colonoscopy in Palestine. Convenience sampling was used to recruit Palestinian adults from hospitals, primary health care centers, and public spaces across 11 governorates. To evaluate the awareness of CRC signs/symptoms, risk factors, and mythical causes, the Bowel Cancer Awareness Measure and Cancer Awareness Measure-Mythical Causes Scale were used after translation into Arabic. For each correctly recognized item, one point was given. The total awareness score of each domain was calculated and categorized into tertiles; the top tertile was considered high awareness, and the other two tertiles were considered low awareness. A total of 4,623 questionnaires were included. Only 1,849 participants (40.0%) exhibited high awareness of CRC signs/symptoms. High awareness of CRC symptoms was associated with higher likelihood of showing positive attitudes toward colonoscopy (odds ratio [OR], 1.21 [95% CI, 1.07 to 1.37]). A total of 1,840 participants (38.9%) demonstrated high awareness of CRC risk factors. Participants with high awareness of CRC risk factors were more likely to display positive attitudes toward colonoscopy (OR, 1.20 [95% CI, 1.07 to 1.37]). Only 219 participants (4.7%) demonstrated high awareness of CRC causation myths. There was no association between awareness of CRC causation myths and positive attitudes toward colonoscopy. Awareness of CRC was poor with less than half of the study participants demonstrating high awareness of CRC signs/symptoms and risk factors, and a minority (<5%) displaying high awareness of CRC causation myths. High awareness of CRC signs/symptoms and risk factors was associated with greater likelihood of demonstrating positive attitudes toward colonoscopy. Educational initiatives are needed to address knowledge gaps and dispel misconceptions surrounding CRC.

Social Acceptability and Health Concerns of Smoking and Vaping Among University Students: A Cross-Sectional Study.

This study aimed to assess tobacco and vaping habits among university students, exploring awareness of university policies, attitudes, and behaviors related to smoking and vaping. An online questionnaire was distributed among students from various universities, including institutions in Pakistan, covering demographics, smoking and vaping behaviors, awareness of policies, and beliefs. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics, Binomial tests, Chi-square tests, and logistic regression. Out of the total 683 respondents, 65.02% were female, and 34.98% were male. Most participants were undergraduate students (71.31%), with Dentistry being the most represented field (50.36%). Most students perceived smoking or vaping as socially acceptable (58.3%) and were aware of university policies (59.3%). However, 46.6% were aware of cessation programs. Most of the students expressed concern about long-term vaping health risks (74.5%). Logistic regression identified gender (Male) and field of study (Dentistry) as significant predictors of policy awareness. University students exhibit varied perceptions and behaviors related to smoking and vaping. The study highlights the importance of implementing effective policies and interventions to address tobacco and vaping use among them.

Assisting in a computer science education centre as a field-based internship for pre-service teachers

ABSTRACT Background and Context To offer more experiences in the field, our study employed secondary school pre-service teachers as assistants in courses for secondary school students learning computer coding with the help of smart textiles. Objective Did pre-service teachers assisting in CS courses have more highly developed pedagogical content knowledge (PCK) and more positive attitudes toward computer science teaching than a control group. Method We administered a teacher questionnaire (N = 47) with items related to pre-service teachers’ awareness of CS and attitudes toward CS learning environments. Data on emotional experiences were collected. Findings Two moderate effects helped to explain variances between the groups on measures of belief in effectiveness of CS learning and peer support over time. Their positive experiences were confirmed by their decline in negative emotions. Implications The results of our research might help to expand our not yet very broad knowledge of meaningful educational experiences for pre-service teachers’ CS education.

The Role of Awareness of Consequences in Predicting the Local Tourists’ Plastic Waste Reduction Behavioral Intention: The Extension of Planned Behavior Theory

Due to increasing concern about plastic waste and its impact on the ecosystem, it is vital to understand tourists’ behavioral intentions about plastic waste reduction on beaches. There have been several studies that have used the theory of planned behavior to investigate pro-environmental behaviors or intentions, but there are few specific research studies that have extended the theory of planned behavior by adding awareness of consequences to explain the power of behavioral intention. Accordingly, this paper aimed to investigate how awareness of consequences, subjective norms, attitudes, and behavioral control dimensions influence plastic waste behavioral intention on Jeddah’s beaches, in Saudi Arabia. This was performed on a random sample of 390 local tourists in Jeddah city from June to August 2023. A total of 340 of them agreed and answered the questionnaire, yielding a percentage response rate of 87%. This produced 271 valid questionnaires for data analysis after closely examining the survey. A self-complete questionnaire was used for data collection in using multiple statistical analyses to examine the hypotheses. The results demonstrated a positive influence of subjective norms, perceived behavioral control, and consequence awareness on environmental behavioral intention. On the other hand, attitude did not significantly contribute to predict environmental behavioral intention. This study’s findings made clear how crucial it is to consider any potential negative effects while making plans to cut down on plastic trash. Educating people about the possible harm that using plastic products on beaches is anticipated to cause to the environment might also be beneficial. It is intended that, through understanding behavior and behavior determinants, governmental bodies, pro-environmental organizations, businesses, and communities will be able to implement appropriate strategies to reduce the use of plastic in Saudi Arabia to protect marine life.

Pengaruh Literasi Keuangan dan Sikap Keuangan Terhadap Perilaku Pengelolaan Keuangan Mahasiswa Prodi Pendidikan Ekonomi Undiksha

The purpose of this study was to explore whether financial literacy and financial attitudes influence financial management behavior. This study used causal quantitative research. The population of this study is 338 students of the Economic Education Study Program, Faculty of Economics, Undiksha. The total number of samples in this study was 184 people obtained by random sampling technique. The types of data used include quantitative data, secondary data sources, and document data collection. Multiple linear regression analysis is a data analysis technique used. The results showed that (1) Financial literacy has a positive effect on financial management behavior. (2) Financial attitudes have a significant positive effect on financial management behavior. (3) Financial management literacy and financial management attitudes simultaneously have a positive impact on financial management behavior. The higher a person's financial literacy and ability to apply financial aspects, the wiser his financial management behavior will be to be able to make the right decisions in making financial decisions. The higher the level of awareness of financial attitudes, the more decisions are taken in financial management to avoid financial problems.

Awareness of malocclusion and attitude towards orthodontic treatment among trainee dental surgery technicians in Nigeria

Objective: Malocclusion affects aesthetics, the physical, psychological and social life of a person. The aim of this study was to evaluate the awareness of malocclusion and attitude towards orthodontic treatment among trainee dental surgery technicians in Nigeria.&#x0D; Materials and Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study carried out among 68 final year (sixty-eight) trainee dental surgery technicians in Nigeria. The research instrument was a self-administered close ended questionnaire. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 20. P value (P&lt;0.05) was regarded as significant.&#x0D; Results: Sixty-one (89.7%) of the respondents were females, while 7 (10.3%) were males. Fifty-seven (83.8%) have heard of the term malalignment of teeth, 53 (77.9%) of the students think malalignment is due to external habits. 61 (89.7%) are aware that few teeth may have to be removed for proper positioning of irregular teeth and 51 (75.0%) were aware that the irregular teeth can be corrected even after 40 years of age. More females were aware of malocclusion and had positive attitude towards orthodontic procedures when compared to the males, but the difference was not statistically significant (P&gt;0.05).&#x0D; Conclusion: Majority of the respondents in this study were aware of the term malalignment and had positive attitude towards orthodontic treatment. More females constituted the study population.

Consumer Food Safety Awareness and Demand for Fluid Milk: A Case Study from India

ABSTRACT: Despite significant improvements in consumers’ food safety awareness, the literature provides little or no evidence of the impact of food safety awareness on the quantity of fluid milk consumers purchased. This is especially true for India’s consumers, where the economy is changing rapidly regarding food marketing, incomes, urbanization, and increased demand for food safety.The study is based on primary data from a survey of consumers from urban and peri-urban districts in India. The survey collected information on socioeconomic characteristics, dairy consumption, purchasing patterns, and food safety awareness. This study first creates a food safety awareness (FSA) index to measure consumers’ awareness of food safety attitudes and perceptions. It investigates the factors affecting consumers’ food safety awareness and FSA’s impact on fluid milk demand. The study uses a newly developed impact evaluation method, continuous treatment matching estimation, and dose-response functions (DRFs) to assess the impact of FSA on consumers’ fluid milk purchases. Findings show that educational attainment, sources of information on food safety, age, and gender of the head of the household significantly influenced consumers’ food safety awareness. Further, the study finds that food safety awareness positively impacts the demand for fluid milk. After controlling for milk prices and family income, Indian consumers aware of and adopt seven or more food safety habits or practices are likely to demand more fluid milk. Results are robust to specifications, income levels, and the location of households. The link between food safety awareness and the quantity of milk purchased implies a latent consumer demand for food safety. Any consumer awareness programs and policies supporting milk and its products’ hygienic production will likely increase demand for milk and dairy products. At a policy level, credible systems can be put in place for food certification and labeling, which enhance the availability of safe and hygienic food.

Effect of multimedia assisted teaching program in awareness of knowledge, attitude and practice about prevention of communicable diseases among the Indian Hajj Pilgrims, Makkah

Effect of multimedia assisted teaching program in awareness of knowledge, attitude and practice about prevention of communicable diseases among the Indian Hajj Pilgrims, Makkah

ՀՊՏՀ ուսանողների բավարարվածության գնահատում / Assessment of student satisfaction of ASUE

In the current market saturation, studying the factors affecting consumer behavior and evaluating their impact has become imperative for any manufacturer. The key to success lies in greater awareness of consumers' psychographic characteristics, opinions, attitudes, inner world, aspirations, perceptions and satisfaction. The field of educational services is no exception. The quality of the educational process is directly related to the students' motivation, which is formed as a result of their satisfaction. In particular, in universities, it is necessary to conduct research among students to identify the factors affecting their satisfaction, evaluate these factors, and develop strategies to increase satisfaction. The paper is dedicated to studying and evaluating the factors affecting the satisfaction of undergraduate students at ASUE. Information about factors characterizing almost all aspects of the university life of students in all majors and faculties of the university was collected and analyzed. Using the method of factor analysis , these factors were grouped into three basic categories. The value of each category was clarified by course and faculty. In the paper, with the help of the Net Promoter Score method, student satisfaction was investigated The NPS index was calculated, and measures aimed at increasing student satisfaction were proposed.

Awareness of Mental Health, Attitudes about Mental Illness, and Utilization Barriers of Mental Health Services by Adults in Najran Region, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Background: Lack of awareness and negative perceptions regarding mental well-being and mental diseases among high-risk population prevents them from seeking help. Purpose: The aim of the current study is to assess awareness of mental health, attitudes towards mental illness, and utilization barriers of mental health services among adults in Najran region, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Methods: To meet the study's objectives, a crosssectional design was employed, utilizing a convenience sample of 400 participants. The research involved a validated survey tool that featured structured questions covering demographic information, the Mental Health Knowledge Questionnaire (MHKQ), the Community Attitudes Toward Mental Illness Inventory (CAMI), which includes 40 Likertscale items, and the Barriers to Mental Health Services Questionnaire. Results: The results of the current study revealed that most of the participants had unsatisfactory knowledge: 245 (61.3%). A significant majority showed negative attitudes toward mental illness: 290 (72.5%). The main barriers to accessing mental health services were; stigma: 135 participants (33.7%), unwanted intervention concerns: 82 (20.5%), financial problems: 78 (19.5%), access difficulties: 45 (11.3%), and confidentiality concerns: 60 participants (15%). Furthermore, a significant positive connection existed between knowledge scores - 1 - Awareness of Mental Health and positive attitudes (r=0.598, p= 0.0001). Conclusion: The current study shed light on the concerning lack of knowledge and the prevalent negative attitudes among the studied sample. The main barriers to accessing mental health services were stigma, unwanted intervention concerns, and financial issues. Implications for Nursing: The findings underscore the urgent need for targeted interventions to address these issues, such as organizing workshops and seminars to educate the public about mental health, as well as about mental illness, and promote positive mental health practices. Keywords: Awareness of mental health, Attitudes regarding mental illness, Utilization barriers of mental health services, Najran region, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

A study on knowledge, attitude, and practice of pharmacovigilance and adverse drug reactions awareness among health-care students in a tertiary care teaching hospital, Telangana, India

Background: The training of health-care students in pharmacovigilance (PV) fulfills curriculum requirements as well as providing early exposure for a secured use of medications in the future. Active participation of health-care professionals ensures successful implementation of PV. Aims and Objectives: To assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice of PV among health-care students. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional, questionnaire-based study was conducted at Mamata Academy of Medical Sciences, Bachupally, between May 1st, 2023, and October 31st, 2023. After obtaining permission from the Institutional Ethics Committee, all health care students were provided with a study questionnaire in Google Docs. Results: Medical undergraduates (57.45%) were a majority of the 369 respondents (79.35%) enrolled. PharmDs had the highest response rate (84.76%), followed by medical (78.52%), and nursing (75.56%). The knowledge of PV terminologies was good among 50.47% of medical students, whereas 48.31% pharm ds were aware of adverse drug reactions (ADR) reporting systems and concerned regulatory authorities. 66.51% of medical students and 57.3% of Pharmds had a positive attitude toward PV. However, most of the nursing students had poor knowledge and expressed a negative attitude. Around 33% of the study participants had encountered ADRs, and 33% of the encountered ADRs were reported. Medical undergraduates had significantly better knowledge and attitude, with a mean (standard deviation) total score of 8.03 (2.08) and 3.78 (0.84), respectively (P &lt; 0.01). Conclusion: The disparity of knowledge and attitude from the practice of PV among medical students and PharmDs consequently emphasizes to enroute our strategic initiatives to address the practical difficulties and foster a better reporting culture in the future.

Friday Shodaqoh in the Growth of Social Awareness in Formal Education Institutions

The problem that became the basis of this study is the anti-social attitude of a person after the government's policy for social distancing due to the covid-19 pandemic two years ago. Friday shodaqoh activities is one of the routine activities once a week in formal institutions. The purpose of this study is to analyze grow caring attitudes for students in formal institutions. A descriptive qualitative method is used in this study, which is directed at knowing the analysis of Friday shodaqoh in fostering students' social awareness attitudes. As for the meeting technique conducted by researchers through questionnaires and interviews, researchers then analyzed the results of questionnaires and interviews. Then after the data is collected, the data is tested for validity through triangulation of sources and techniques. The results showed that the activities of Shodaqoh Friday become the bridge for students in school in the growth of developing social awareness attitudes. Forms of social care attitudes include attitudes of devotion, perspectives to help each other, kindship attitudes, loyal attitudes, caring attitudes, democratic attitudes, attitudes of cooperation, disciplinary attitudes, attitudes of tolerance, and empathy. This study implies that it can be used as input for the government, stakeholders, leaders, and teachers in implementing Friday shodaqoh activities so that the quality of education is better by prioritizing the success of student outcomes. Implementing Friday shodaqoh activities built in formal institutions is expected to finish the institution's success in printing generations with a social awareness attitude.

Üroloji polikliniğine başvuran hastaların üriner inkontinans farkındalığı ve tutumlarına etkisi.

Purpose: This study was conducted to determine the effect of urinary incontinence on the awareness and attitudes of patients applying to urology outpatient policlinics.&#x0D; Materials and methods: The data of this descriptive and cross-sectional study were collected between 07/09/2023-08/10/2023 with Personal Information Form, Urinary Incontinence Awareness Attitude Scale data collection tools from 180 people who applied to urology outpatient clinic by face-to-face interview method. Data were analyzed with the SPSS 25.0 package program. In all analyses, p