Awareness Of University Students Research Articles

Mobile security awareness of university students in Hong Kong: demographics and education

PurposeThis research investigates mobile security awareness among university students in Hong Kong, who increasingly rely on mobile devices for their daily activities and academic needs. This research seeks to inform targeted educational strategies and policies to enhance mobile security practices among young adults, particularly in regions similar to Hong Kong, where mobile usage is extensively integrated into everyday life.Design/methodology/approachUtilizing an online survey, this research assessed the mobile security awareness of 407 university students from Hong Kong. The Mann-Whitney U-test and other statistical methods were employed to analyze differences in security awareness based on demographic factors such as IT background, gender, educational level and participation in mobile security courses.FindingsThe research revealed a generally high level of mobile security awareness compared to similar research in other regions. It also highlighted that despite no significant difference in awareness between genders, students from IT-related fields or those who participated in mobile security courses exhibit higher awareness levels. These findings underscore the impact of focused education and training on enhancing mobile security awareness.Originality/valueThis research contributes to the limited but growing body of literature on mobile security awareness from the end-user perspective, particularly among university students in the Asia Pacific region. It offers valuable insights for governments, educators and corporate policymakers worldwide, providing a basis for integrating mobile security education into broader academic and professional training programs.

Improving university students awareness of cookies used by web technologies

Web technologies are developing rapidly and although the advantages provided by these technologies are quite numerous, they also bring with them problems related to the security of personal data. Especially, the fact that personal data is obtained by using cookies on websites requires web users to be made aware of this issue. While cookies have important advantages in terms of providing fast and easy access to websites, they also have the ability to record and process what web users read, location information, IP addresses, user device information, e-mail addresses, usernames and passwords. It is not legal to record this data without the explicit consent of the person. However, this situation is generally unknown to users or users who have incomplete information. The aim of this study is to raise awareness of university students who frequently use web technologies about cookies so that they can ensure their personal data security with their own efforts. In line with this purpose, a mixed method study was implemented. 25 university students participated in this study. Participants were determined using the convenience sampling method. Online interactive training consisting of 12 lesson hours was organized for the participants. Since quantitative and qualitative data from the participants were collected simultaneously and support each other, a concurrent mixed method model was applied. Quantitative data were collected with awareness pre-test and post-test, and qualitative data were collected with the interview form. Test scores obtained by a single group at different times were analyzed with the Paired Samples t-Test. Qualitative data were also analyzed by content analysis method. As a result of the study, it was revealed that the participants' awareness levels about cookies increased significantly. In addition, the participants' knowledge about risks, advantages and working principles of cookies increased.

Survey and Analysis of University Students Awareness and Willingness to Disseminate Local Intangible Cultural Heritage

Intangible cultural heritage is the living presentation of the excellent traditional Chinese culture in the contemporary era, and is a vivid witness to the continuous inheritance of Chinese civilization. In recent years, both all sectors of society and favorable policies have attached great importance to cultural self-confidence and the protection of intangible cultural heritage. This paper sorts out the literature, analyzes the data from the aspects of cognition, limitations, transmission channels and communication effects of intangible culture in colleges and universities, and gives countermeasures and suggestions.

The effect of a structured education program applied to nursing students on their attitudes towards ageism

ABSTRACT During the youth period, in which discriminative behaviors against the elderly are most frequently exhibited, it is important to increase the awareness of university students on this issue. In this study, which was planned with this understanding, the aim was to examine the effect of a structured education program on students’ attitudes toward ageism. The study was conducted as quasi-experimental research with a pretest-posttest design. The sample consisted of fourth-year university nursing students (n = 102) receiving education in the nursing department of a university in western Turkey. The study was conducted between 09/29/2023 and 12/23/2023, and a structured education program on old age and ageism consisting of 12 sessions was applied to the entire population. Data were collected using a personal information form and the ageism attitude scale. Number, percentage, mean and standard deviation, and dependent samples t-test were used in data evaluation. Of the students who participated in the study, 75.5% were female and the mean age was 21.90 ± 1.28. The mean total score of the students who received education about old age was 78.421 ± 9.194 before the application and 80.588 ± 7.175 after the application. It was determined that the mean total score increased after the application and that there was a statistically significant difference (t = -2.100; p = .04). It was observed that the structured education program consisting of 12 sessions was effective in increasing the positive attitudes toward ageism. Based on these findings, it is recommended that courses on elderly health be included in the curriculum of nursing students and that long-term education programs that increase awareness of ageism be planned and maintained.

Determination of the relationship between obesity prejudice status and eating behaviors of faculty of health sciences students

BackgroundPeople living with obesity receive treatment services from health professionals for their weight or other health needs. In order for the students of the Faculty of Health Sciences, who will be a member of the health team in the future, to raise awareness of the society, it is necessary to first determine their obesity prejudices and eating habits.MethodsThe study is a cross-sectional and descriptive research. The study data were collected from 406 students studying at the Faculty of Health Sciences by online questionnaire method using a personal characteristics identification form, GAMS 27-Obesity Bias Scale and University Students Eating Behavior Scale (USEBS). The data were analyzed with SPSS 26 statistical software.ResultsIn this study, all students were found to be prone to prejudice according to the mean total score of the Obesity Bias Scale and Obesity Bias Scale was higher in female students studying in perfusion department. In the sub-dimensions of the University Students Eating Behavior Scale, the enjoyment of food score was found to have the highest mean score.ConclusionAccording to the results of the study, there is a need to develop educational planning that will both increase the awareness of university students about the relationship between eating behaviors and obesity and eliminate obesity prejudice tendencies due to the fact that they are educated to provide services in the field of health.

The relationship between physical activity and mindful awareness of university students

The relationship between physical activity and mindful awareness of university students

On the factors of students' cybersecurity behavior

The article is an exploratory research on the security awareness of university students in the light of various sociodemographic factors. Information technology, and information security in particular, plays a critical role in this context. Awareness is a fundamental component of security preparedness because it empowers individuals to recognize and respond to security threats and fosters a security culture. By educating students and teachers about the importance of security and best practices, educational organizations can significantly enhance their overall security posture. The article points out that raising awareness of information security is not a simple task and requires a systematic approach. In this respect, education has both the potential and the responsibility to develop an information security mindset. The results of the article show that although the average response value of 3.735 suggests a security-aware attitude, the significant difference between the minimum and maximum values indicates a high variability. Looking in more detail at information security factors, the article reveals that law students are more cautious about protecting personal data, while IT and engineering students are more open to online banking and shopping.

Social and Cultural Influences on Genetic Counseling Acceptability: A Mixed-Methods Study on Beta-Thalassemia Carriers Among Graduate Students in West Bengal, India.

Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder characterized by abnormal production of hemoglobin. The prevalence of thalassemia in India varies depending on the region and population. The study used a pre- and postcounseling cross-sectional design, which involves measuring outcomes before and after the intervention (genetic counseling). Three hundred and eighty-five respondents were screened as thalassemia carriers, between a pool of 2985 participants to depict the quantitative prevalence of thalassemia. Two separate qualitative cross-sectional studies were conducted and compared to validate genetic counseling. The aims of the study are to contribute to the understanding of thalassemia carrier frequency and to improve the education and awareness of college students regarding thalassemia. Two different questionnaires were used with the same knowledge, attitude, and practice parameters, one before and one after counseling. A two-sample t-test and an analysis of variance (ANOVA) F-test were used to compare the changes in knowledge, attitude, and practice. Using paired samples t-test to compare the pre- and postcounseling outcome showed significant (P < 0.001) elevation in terms of knowledge, attitude, social beliefs, social discomfort, and practice as a thalassemia carrier. Further, ANOVA F-test demonstrates the relationship between demography and the difference in parametric score of the pre- and postcounseling outcome. By improving knowledge and attitudes, counseling can help individuals to better understand their condition and the importance of adhering to treatment recommendations. This can lead to improved health outcomes and a better quality of life for affected individuals.

Environmental awareness of university students in Colombia

The objective of this article was to evaluate the level of environmental awareness of university students in a peripheral region of southern Colombia. Environmental awareness was approached as a multidimensional variable consisting of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral dimensions. The study was quantitative, approached from the deductive method and descriptive type. The study population corresponded to young university students, and a non-probabilistic convenience sampling was used. For the environmental awareness variable, an instrument was developed with a Likert-type scale based on multiple research studies. The sample consisted of 527 university students. The reliability of the study was evaluated with Cronbach's alpha and composite reliability, while validity was analyzed with mean variance explained and confirmatory factor analysis, being in all cases satisfactory. As a result, modest levels of environmental awareness were evidenced in all dimensions, which is particularly worrying as most of the young people surveyed were between 18 and 25 years old, indicating low interest, knowledge, and availability for environmental issues among future professionals of the South Colombian region. The results were in line with certain results found in similar research reported in the literature. Nevertheless, the situation is worrisome because young students are the new generation of citizens. Acknowledgment This article was written within the framework of the Special Cooperation Agreement No. 230 of 2023 signed between the Universidad Surcolombiana and the Corporación Autónoma Regional del Alto Magdalena CAM in the project “Implementation of the SENDICAM Science Center as a strategy for the recognition, conservation and social appropriation of the natural heritage in the central and southern area of the department of Huila” BPIN 2021000100425.

Earthquake knowledge level and sustainable earthquake awareness of university students

Health professionals have always had essential duties in earthquake events experienced from the past to the present. Possible earthquake expectations make sustainable earthquake awareness and attitudes of students, who are future healthcare professionals, influential. Therefore, this study aims to determine the relationship between the earthquake knowledge level of university students and their sustainable earthquake awareness levels. A descriptive-cross-sectional study was conducted in April 2023 with 546 students in the School of Health Services. Data were collected using the Student Information Form, Earthquake Knowledge Level Scale, and Sustainable Earthquake Awareness Scale. Percentage means standard deviations, Mann-Whitney U test, Kruskal-Wallis analysis, Bonferroni correction, Tamhane’s T2 test, and Spearman correlation analysis were used for data evaluation. Before answering the study questions, informed consent was obtained from the students after obtaining ethical committee approval. Among the participants, 82.1% were female, with a mean age of 20.78 ± 2.17. 55.7% of the students had experienced an earthquake, 19.2% had lost a loved one in an earthquake, and 5.5% had participated in earthquake response efforts. Students’ earthquake knowledge level was found to be above the midpoint, while sustainable earthquake awareness was found to be below the midpoint. The level of earthquake knowledge, knowledge of the distribution of earthquake zones and knowledge of earthquake effects were higher in those who took part in the earthquake. In males, knowledge of the distribution of earthquake zones was significantly higher. Knowledge of earthquake effects was significantly higher in those who experienced an earthquake and those who lost a relative in an earthquake. A positively moderate and significant correlation was found between earthquake knowledge level and sustainable earthquake awareness. The earthquake knowledge level of the students is medium, while their sustainable earthquake awareness needs to be higher. As the level of earthquake knowledge increases, sustainable earthquake awareness rises. The effect of earthquake experience on knowledge and awareness shows that applied training will contribute to sustainable earthquake awareness in society.

대학생의 다문화 인식, 자아존중감이 결혼 인식에 미치는 영향

The purposes of this study was to analyze the impact on marriage awareness of university students’ multicultural perception and self-esteem. The survey target was one hundred fourteen university students in Jeollanam-do. Cronbach Coefficient was calculated to test reliability of the survey questionnaires for the collected data, and Pearson’s Ratio Correlation Analysis was applied to perceive the relationship between university students’ multicultural perception, self-esteem, and marriage awareness. Multiple regression analysis implemented to see the impact on marriage awareness of university students’ multicultural perception and self-esteem. First, the relationship between multicultural perception and marriage awareness of university students did not show any significant correlation betwiin overal multicultural perception and marriage awareness. Second, university students’ multicultural perception was found to have no significant effect on marriage awareness. Third, their self-esteem affects marriage awareness more than the sub-factors of multicultural. This study would be provided as the base line data to develop multicultural policies and multicultural family support program of Korean society.

Disaster Awareness of University Students and Their Crisis Management Skills During a Disaster Situation: The Case of the Vocational School of Health Services

This study aims to determine the university students’ levels of disaster awareness and to examine how they demonstrate crisis management skills in the case of a disaster and how they vary in terms of their level of disaster awareness. Data collected by the survey method were analysed by statistical analysis methods. The students’ levels of disaster awareness and crisis management skills in the event of a disaster were moderate. Variables such as gender, department, disaster training, attendance at disaster drills, and disaster volunteerism were effective in disaster awareness and crisis management skills in the event of a disaster, and the variable of the place of residence was also effective on disaster awareness. The results showed that disaster awareness positively and significantly affected crisis management skills in the event of a disaster.

A Feminist Activist Research to mainstream awareness of gender-related violence in universities through photovoice

ABSTRACT Sexual and gender-related violences (SeGReV) is more normalised in the university community than we might expect, even though there have been important changes in HEI politics and policies in this sense. Therefore, sensitisation is essential. In this paper, we present multidisciplinary international research that, implicating around 40 university teachers and 300 students, aimed to approach this necessity through the design and evaluation of an innovative pedagogical protocol. Our text serves two purposes: to reflect on the effectiveness of photovoice to increase the student’s awareness of SeGReV; and to introduce and exemplify the specificity of Feminist Activist Research (FAR), a methodological approach that rises from the intersection of Action Research, Activist Research and Feminist epistemology. We will show how the applied approach of our project, the production of training materials, and other disseminative actions, proved to be a valuable practice for increasing the SeGReV awareness of university students. In this sense, becomes clear that photovoice can be an important ally, as it is an extremely useful technique both on a pedagogical level and as a research instrument. Last but not least, we exemplify the adequacy and peculiarity of FAR as a research approach.

Proposed Integration of Career Orientation as a Separate Subject in Secondary Curriculum

Proposed Integration of Career Orientation as a separate subject in the Secondary Education Curriculum, this study assesses the perception of a Regular College Students, Transferees, Shifters, Second Coursers-Doctor of Medicine undergoing Bachelor of Science in Nursing in a selected nursing school herein Metro Manila. Secondary Education Curriculum is a list of subjects that must be taken by the high school students per academic year. This task is focus on the assessment of nursing students in terms of age, gender, civil status, and their perception on Career Orientation as a separate subject in Secondary Curriculum. Aims: The study aimed to assess the knowledge and awareness of college students on the importance of Career Orientation as a separate subject in the secondary education curriculum to develop an essential recommendation to school administrations, Division Office, and Department of Education. Scope and Limitation of the Study: The central interview was made to the 48 undergraduate students in DCSLC, 27 undergraduate students in OLFU, and 25 Medical Doctors taking up nursing in a selected nursing school herein the Metro Manila. Research Design: The study employed Descriptive research with the used sample survey method and questionnaire to assess the knowledge and awareness of first courser and second courser college students. A Total of 100 college students from selected nursing school were recruited for this study. Results: A Total of 100 questionnaires were distributed, collected, validated, and analyzed.

University students awareness about the problem of hiv infection (based on the example of Ural federal university named after the first president of Russia B.N. Yeltsin)

According to the Global Fund working group, both Russia and the Sverdlovsk Region are among the places with the highest prevalence of HIV infection. We conducted a study on the awareness of students about HIV infection as a result of the primary prevention process among students at the Federal State Educational Institution of Higher Education named after the First President of Russia B.N. Yeltsin (hereinafter referred to as UrFU). 336 students of different specialties and areas of training were interviewed (N=336). The data we obtained allowed us to reveal some results: the respondents mostly correctly indicated the ways of transmission of infection, the timing and places of examination, they know about the availability of treatment and the possibility of having healthy children, more than half of the students know the HIV status of the partner, while 70% do not know their current HIV status (more than 12 were examined for HIV infection months, the majority of respondents use preventive measures during sexual intercourse, the risk of infection in behavior has no gender characteristics, but is characteristic of young (21-25 years old) and more mature (40 and older) age and primarily for non-partners.

Knowledge, awareness, and attitude of auricular hematoma among university students in Aseer region: a cross-sectional study

Objective: This study aimed to determine the level of awareness of university students regarding auricular hematoma in the Aseer region, Saudi Arabia. Methods: A survey was conducted among 310 randomly chosen university students in the Aseer region. A validated questionnaire was used to evaluate demographic data on the students&amp;apos; perception, knowledge, awareness, and attitude towards first aid and preventive measures of auricular hematoma. Results: The results revealed significant gaps in knowledge about auricular hematoma among university students. Only 65% of participants reported some exposure to information about the condition, with just 30% correctly identifying its causes. However, most participants exhibited a positive attitude towards protective measures and expressed a willingness to adopt them if provided with appropriate information about sporting facilities. Conclusion: The study highlighted the need for educational methods to increase awareness and knowledge regarding auricular hematoma among students.

Mental health and leisure time management of university students

Background Leisure time is a period that human beings can freely use to relax, have fun play, and improve themselves in accordance with their tendencies and wishes. Leisure time management is very important in maintaining physical and psychological health as it can enhance mood and relieve depression. Aim To assess the relationship between mental health and leisure time management of university students. Patients and methods A descriptive correlational research design was utilized. A stratified random sample of 1059 university students was included. The study was conducted at two randomly selected faculties: Faculty of Nursing (practical) and Faculty of Arts (theoretical) in Cairo University. Tools Personal characteristics sheet, leisure time activity questionnaire, and the Arabic scale for mental health were utilized. Results 59.8% of the studied sample engage moderately in leisure time activities, 54.1% always spend their leisure time in using social networking, and 62.7% of the studied sample had moderate positive indicators of mental health. Moreover, there was a significant correlation between leisure time management and mental health in university students. Conclusion Leisure time activities have significant effect on mental health of university students. This means that students who make effective use of their leisure time have more positive indicators of mental health. Recommendations Raising awareness of university students about useful leisure time activities that enhance their mental health and rationalizing use of social networking

The Importance of Cyber Security – Self-Assessment of Students from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Montenegro

This study aims to identify the cybersecurity awareness of university students from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, and Montenegro in the following aspects: a) Malware, b) Password usage, c) Phishing, d) Social engineering, and e) Online scams. A quantitative-qualitative research approach was used. Data for the quantitative section were collected using the Cyber Security Behaviour Instrument questionnaire (Muniandy et al., 2017). In the qualitative section, five semi-structured interviews were conducted with students about their behaviour and protection on the internet. Research has shown that respondents apply some good, but still also some weak or dangerous cybersecurity practices in above mentioned aspects. That confirms that the human element remains a critical vulnerability for individuals, businesses, and societies facing rapidly evolving online threats, and that we urgently need the improvement of personal cyber hygiene. The findings highlight strengths and weaknesses in respondents’ knowledge and behaviours related to cybersecurity, underscoring the need for continuous education and awareness-raising to improve internet security practices.

Information Security Awareness of University Students: Example of Ankara University

Bu araştırmada, Ankara Üniversitesi öğrencilerinin bilgi güvenliği farkındalığı düzeyinin belirlenmesi ve bilgi güvenliği farkındalığı düzeyinin çeşitli değişkenlere göre farklılaşıp farklılaşmadığının tespit edilmesi amaçlanmaktadır. Bu amaç doğrultusunda öğrencilerin dijital bilgi güvenliği ve bilgi güvenliği farkındalığı düzeylerinin cinsiyet, yaş, vb. gibi değişkenlere göre istatistiksel olarak anlamlı farklılık gösterip göstermediği incelenmiştir. Araştırma sonucunda, öğrencilerin bilgi güvenliği farkındalığının orta düzeyde olduğu, bilgi güvenliği farkındalığı ile yaş grubu ve eğitim düzeyi değişkenleri arasında istatiksel olarak anlamlı bir farklılık olmadığı tespit edilmiştir. Mahremiyet ve gezinme, saldırı ve tehditler, genel güvenlik alt boyutlarında, cinsiyete göre istatistiksel olarak anlamlı bir farklılık göstermektedir. Bu farklılık erkek öğrenciler lehinedir. Erkek öğrencilerin, mahremiyet ve gezinme, saldırı ve tehditler, genel güvenlik farkındalığı kız öğrencilere göre daha yüksek olduğu söylenebilir. Siber güvenlik alt boyutunda ise istatistiksel olarak anlamlı bir farklılık görülmemektedir. Öğrencilerin bilgi güvenliği konusunda eğitim alma durumlarına göre bilgi güvenliği farkındalığı düzeylerinin eğitim alan öğrenciler lehine istatistiksel olarak anlamlı bir farklılık gösterdiği saptanmıştır. Araştırmada elde edilen veriler doğrultusunda öğrencilerin bilgi güvenliği farkındalığı ile ilgili önerilerde bulunulmuştur.

Herbal food supplements usage awareness of university students: Example of Echinacea and St. John's Wort

In recent years, usage of food supplements (Fs) has increased in order to maintain healthy living, have well-being, and be protected from the diseases. There are many medicinal plants used as herbal food supplements (HFs). Within the scope of this study, Echinacea and St. John’s Wort were selected among the plants that are frequently encountered. This descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted through completing a self-administered online questionnaire by health students. The questionnaire was filled out by 211 students studying at the faculties of Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy and Health Sciences at Istanbul Medipol University. The greatest participation was achieved with Pharmacy students (47.4%), whereas the lowest participation was reached with Dentistry students (5.7%). The most commonly used products as Fs were vitamin D (21.3%) and multivitamins (16.1%), while the use of HFs was 8.5%. St. John’s Wort is commonly preferred for wound and burn treatment and Echinacea is used to boost immunity. In parallel with this use, St. John’s Wort is preferred as olive oil maceration and Echinacea as herbal infusion. While the use of HFs was 58.3%, that of the Fs were 44.5%. Echinacea use was found to be 14.4% and St. John’s Wort was 31.3%. The relationship between the presence of chronic disease and the use of Fs or HFs was not statistically significant. This study is significant to detect the opinions and knowledge levels of health students about Fs, especially HFs, St. John’s Wort and Echinacea, which are available in the market.