Breakout Room Research Articles

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in National Security Intelligence

On November 23, 2021, Mr. Artur Wilczynski, Associate Deputy Chief at Communications Security Establishment (CSE), presented on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in National Security Intelligence at the 2021 CASIS Vancouver West Coast Security Conference. This presentation was followed by a question and answer period and a breakout room session with questions from the audience and CASIS Vancouver executives. The key points discussed included how a lack of diversity in intelligence can negatively contribute to Canada’s national security, how diversity broadens the effectiveness of organizations, and how Canadian national security institutions must be in service to all Canadians.

Responding to the climate crisis – taking action on the IPCC 6th Assessment Report

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Predicting the Escalation to Violence of Online Hate Groups

On November 24, 2021, Natalie Archutowski presented on the topic of Predicting the Escalation to Violence of Online Hate Groups at the 2021 CASIS West Coast Security Conference. Primary topics of discussion included influencers on right wing websites, the effects of algorithms using traditional hate speech terms, the correlation between softly violent culturally nuanced hate speech and kinetic violence, and models used to help determine the presence of soft violence and the likelihood of escalation. The presentation was followed by a question and answer period and a breakout room session with questions from the audience and CASIS Vancouver executives.

Leadership, Technology and National Security

On November 26, 2021, Mr. Phil Gratton, former DG in the Directorate of Technology for the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) and current Associate Faculty at the Canada School of Public Service, presented on Leadership, Technology and National Security at the 2021 CASIS West Coast Security Conference. The presentation was followed by a question-and-answer period and a breakout room session with questions from the audience and CASIS Vancouver executives. The key point discussed was how leadership must adapt to best support its mission and technology workforce in the face of ever-evolving technological advancements in the realm of national security.

Changing Nature of Intelligence Education

On November 23, 2021, Dr. Stephen Marrin, program director at James Madison University, presented on The Changing Nature of Intelligence Education at the 2021 CASIS Vancouver West Coast Security Conference. This presentation was followed by a question and answer period and a breakout room session with questions from the audience and CASIS Vancouver executives. The key points discussed included the nature of intelligence studies, the importance of having diverse perspectives in the intelligence and national security space, and the importance of bridging gaps between scholars and practitioners.

Adapting to New Security Realities in a Climate-Disrupted World

On November 26, 2021, Ms. Carol Dumaine, Nonresident Senior Fellow at Atlantic Council, presented Adapting to New Security Realities in a Climate-Disrupted World at the 2021 CASIS West Coast Security Conference. The primary concepts of Ms. Dumaine’s presentation centered on how climate change and the global pandemic are becoming significant issues of national security, and how it is vital that our concept of national security be reframed to understand and address climate change as a security issue. The presentation was followed by a question and answer period and a breakout room session with questions from the audience and CASIS Vancouver executives.

Students’ Perspectives on Simplified Breakout Room Approach during Video Proctored Online Assessment in COVID 19 Lock down

Background: The lockdown in COVID 19 pandemic mandated the normal academic schedule in virtual mode includinge-assessments. Since the summative assessments are a mix of both selected response approach and constructed responseapproach, a new method of e assessment under video surveillance by break out room approach has been tried in thisstudy and the student’s response with regard to the different aspects of this technology will be evaluated.Methods: The students were asked to appear for the exams under video surveillance by zoom video conference. Theinstructions and the check lists were rolled out accordingly for both the students and teachers. The students appeared forthe examination under video surveillance such that one invigilator monitors 10 students along with a guardian secondaryinvigilator present by their side. A questionnaire based survey regarding the conduct of examination was conductedamongst the students. The data was analysed by descriptive statistics. P value &lt; 0.05 is taken as statistically significant.All statistical analysis was performed by using the statistical software package SPSS version 21.Results: Analysis of student’s feedback revealed that 90% are agreed that proctored clarified their queries. Majority of thestudents (96%) are happy with overall experience with break out room approach in video proctored online assessment.Conclusion: The conduct of online assessment by break out room approach is a new methodology tried in this period ofpandemic lockdown and will be evaluated for its acceptance by the students so that it can facilitate the upgradation ofe-assessment methodologies.

Escape Zoom!: Reviewing Introductory Evolution Content Using an Escape Room Format

Reviewing and integrating key concepts and learning goals at the end of a biology course can be overwhelming to students and instructors alike. Often end-of-term review sessions in preparation for final exams are heavily based on memorization, and content coverage may be favored over students&rsquo; deeper understanding of fewer key ideas. We developed a final exam review for a virtual introductory evolution course using an &ldquo;escape room&rdquo; format, which consisted of unique activities&mdash;including puzzles, role-playing, and literature searches&mdash;aligned with course learning goals. Similar to a traditional escape room, students needed to collaboratively solve or complete each activity before moving on to the subsequent task. Our escape room activity was conducted virtually via Zoom and included both whole-class and smaller breakout room interactions. We recommend instructors utilize escape rooms as an engaging and effective way to review key concepts in their courses. <em>Primary image:&nbsp;</em>Virtual Escape Room. In our activity, students virtually engage in activities related to evolutionary topics such as cichlid speciation, mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, and extinction, among others. All images used in this image are open source, and associated links for all images are listed here:&nbsp;<a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/smgTvepind4">https://unsplash.com/photos/smgTvepind4</a>, <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/4_hFxTsmaO4">https://unsplash.com/photos/4_hFxTsmaO4</a>, <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/_BJVJ4WcV1M">https://unsplash.com/photos/_BJVJ4WcV1M</a>, <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/k0KRNtqcjfw">https://unsplash.com/photos/k0KRNtqcjfw</a>, <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/Pitb97HIn6Y">https://unsplash.com/photos/Pitb97HIn6Y</a>

Peningkatan Kualitas Pembelajaran Online pada Materi Peredaran Darah Menggunakan Model Problem Based Learning di SMP Muhammadiyah 8 Kota Batu

The purpose of this study was to analyze the quality of online learning on blood circulation using a problem based learning model at SMP Muhammadiyah 8 Batu City. The type of research used is a case study (explorative descriptive). The time of the study began in August 2021. The place of research was carried out at SMP Muhammadiyah 8 Batu City. The research procedure includes: preparation and coordination with partner schools as research locations. Coordination with schools and subject teachers involved in research activities to get an agreement, including: 1) the class used for research; 2) model teachers who develop tools and strategies in research activities starting from Plan, Do, and See; 3) the material or topic being taught; and 4) observer who is in charge of observing research activities during open class. The method of collecting research data is by looking at the implementation of the research and discussing the findings in the study. Descriptive data analysis technique. The results showed that, the use of problem based learning models online or online in terms of the implementation of the plan, open class, and see went smoothly, there was an increase in student participation from open class I to open class II. Model teachers use various innovations in learning, including: breakout room google meet, heartbeat media, linoid, quiziz, and problem based learning models.

The Effect of Using Small Group Discussions Through Zoom Breakout Room to Increase the Frequency of Individual Speaking Participation in the Speaking Courses

The purpose of this study is to determine whether the small group discussion method via breakout room zoom may boost student individual engagement in order for them to be more active and confident in learning speaking. This research study used a qualitative method with applied video analysis and questioners' perceptions of students as instruments. The findings found 17 active participants in the observation speaking class and 35 participants preferred small group discussions using the breakout room zoom application, with the majority preferring small group discussions because it helped them to be more active and confident. This method can also boost their confidence for more active participation for individual speaking in class, and they believe that small group discussions via breakout room zoom are the most effective way to deal with a pandemic.

Adaptation of Geriatric Interprofessional Education from In-Person to Virtual Simulation

We modified an in-person simulation-enhanced interprofessional education model as necessitated by COVID-19 restrictions to a fully virtual education experience. Online prework remained unchanged but adjustments were made related to previously in-person activities. Diverging from the in-person training we held live virtual poster sessions with learner-presenter interaction. In preparation for their role in the team meeting simulation, learners were moved into preassigned profession-specific breakout rooms for a live virtual huddle with facilitators. Next, learners were moved to preassigned interprofessional breakout rooms where they began the simulated team meeting. After initial discussion, a standardized patient joined the breakout room to present the patient/caregiver perspective. The event ends with a virtual reflective debrief focused on interprofessional collaborative competencies.

A citizens workgroup helps researchers reflect on their work

Abstract. In our transdisciplinary project (http://www.transens.de) several academic disciplines work on questions and solutions for high-level nuclear waste disposal in Germany. Adding to this interdisciplinary setting, in our sub-project on trust, we have enlisted a group of 16 citizens (citizens workgroup, CWG), reflecting with us on our research with regard to research questions and approaches. In this talk, we present results from a joint workshop of researchers and the CWG on the role of trust in scientists. We want to understand how participants perceive and relate to science and how this may affect trust in scientists and experts. During a first workshop (conducted online in March 2021), the CWG members were allocated to three breakout groups (1)–(3) to discuss three guiding questions: a. What expectations do you have of a scientist from Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH)/Natural Sciences and Engineering (NSE) in the TRANSENS project? b. What characterizes a scientist from SSH/NSE that you trust? c. What would have to happen for you to no longer trust him/her? The group in breakout room (1) was asked to answer questions (a)–(c) for a fictitious SSH researcher. The group in breakout room (2) was asked to do the same for a fictitious NSE researcher. The group in breakout room (3) was asked whether they perceived differences in the trust of SSH and NSE researchers. For SSH we found that a scientist should be sympathetic and non-condescending, represent a neutral point of view, and consider all opinions. Remarkably, discussants in this group struggled to define a role for SSH scientists in high-level waste disposal research. Some participants ascribed SSH a moderating or mediating role. If necessary (e.g. communication of results), mediation between the NSE and the public can be added. SSH scientists may train other scientists with regard to their performance. Participants stated that scientists from NSE should present information in full and clarify the current state of research (provisional nature of knowledge acknowledged). A scientist should not conceal any information, uncertainties, or risks, be neutral and objective, have experience in the field (professionalism, experience, reputation), and not exclusively reproduce one's own opinion or spread untruths. In all groups, participants judged the NSE as “harder”, more serious and more tangible. It was also discussed that the scientist's appearance is of great importance and that a scientist can “pick up” the audience in an exciting way when communicating. Personal experience was mentioned several times in all groups as a basis for trust. These results match findings on the effect of value similarity (Siegrist et al., 2000, and own survey in 2020 in Germany): If a person is perceived as advocating similar values, it is more likely that I trust that person. Personal experience of – among other issues – similar values may increase trust. Moreover, and importantly, trust also emerges when participants know exactly how issues will be considered, e.g. if input from the CWG is considered or not – and if not: why? In general, participants want to be taken seriously. Thus, transparent and binding rules for all participants may be key for a relationship of trust.

Report of the 2021 meeting of the International Society of Protistologists.

THE International Society of Protistologists (ISOP) met online from 26-30 July, 2021. The Program and Abstract book for this is available here (File S1). An in-person international meeting was not possible due to the continued COVID-19 pandemic. The meeting therefore took place using the society's Zoom license, which is available for use by ISOP members for other online protist meetings.

A Review of Zoom interactive performance, 'Helping Hands': process, distress, success and who was helped.

Intervention for Russell Anderson’s work-in-progress Interactive Zoom theatre performance conducted on 6th August 2021 at 1:00 pm (U.K time), for a PhD thesis at Oxford Brooke's University was called 'Helping Hands'. Exploration and involvement of socio-digital options in Zoom theatre performativity, invokes questioning the adaptive process, distress and success as well as whom are we helping by being involved? Are we helping the company hosting the Zoom application, digital-theatre experimenters, the characters in the play, real people with similar socio-political problems as depicted in the play, ourselves or Russell Anderson?&amp;nbsp;My personal experience and observations, beginning from receiving the digital mail invitation and background information of the performance, until the discussion about the work, in the end will be narrated with critical observations on each character's role and background, audio-visual spectrum, additional software and applications used, spect-actorship and employment of the break-out room feature of the Zoom application. The referenced theatre genres and probable methodologies employed in structuring the performance will be discussed by referring to Sir Andersons personal notes on the matter. The emotions and doubts, particularly that of whom I was helping, during the performance will be addressed in terms of the nature of the interactive, hyperdrama’s structure and the overall effect that it influenced. Its outcome will be critically compared with observations made by other scholarly reviewers on other Zoom adaptive performances, namely, Karen by The Transit Ensemble, Newspaper Theatre workshop by Seattle Rep, The Belle’s Stratagem by Red Bull Theatre, Time Machine by Creation Theatre and A Midsummer Night’s Dream by CtrlAlt_Repeat, while addressing Interaction, communication, mediatization and liveness in digital theatre.

Preface

As a continuation from the first and second Maritime Sciences and Advanced Technology (MSAT) conference on August 3-5, 2017, in Denpasar, Bali, and on August 7-8, 2019 in Makassar, we heartfully worked on the 3rd MSAT Conference “Toward Ocean Sustainability for a Better Future Through Sciences and Technology” initially taken place at Pangandaran Integrated Aquarium and Marine Research Institute (PIAMARI), Pangandaran, West Java, 5-6th August 2021 (https://msat.fitb.itb.ac.id/). This conference is one of our Memorandum of Agreement the implementations between the Faculty of Earth Science and Technology - ITB, Geospatial Information Agency of Indonesia, and the PIAMARI, Maritime Affairs and Fisheries.Topic, as mentioned above, is chosen to support Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) promoted by the United Nations. The Maritime science, and technology targets at least the SDGs no 13 and 14; Climate Action and Life below water. While several others like no.1 (No Poverty) and 2 (Zero Hunger) and no. 7 (Affordable and clean energy) are also strongly workable from the Maritime section, especially our country as we are the second-largest coastline in the world. This makes 60% of our citizens live in the coastal area. Moreover, our earth system is highly likely sensitive to climate change and might continuously affect the future climate. The global surface temperature will continue to increase until at least the mid-century under all emissions scenarios considered. Global warming of 1.5°C and 2°C will be exceeded during the 21st century unless deep reductions in CO2 and other greenhouse gas emissions occur in the coming decades.Our first Conference proceeding (Volume 62) was published at IOP on 06 July 2018 (https://iopscience.iop.org/issue/1755-1315/162/1), and our second conference proceeding (Volume 618) was published at IOP on 21 December 2020 (https://iopscience.iop.org/issue/1755-1315/6187/1). The proceeding covers the important impact of the geographical position of the Indonesian Seas. We have welcomed various research findings from the aspects of Ocean-Atmosphere Dynamics, Marine Hazard and Coastal Degradation, Marine Resources, Conservation and ICZM, and Marine Geodesy and Satellite Oceanography – as have become the sessions. Therefore, in this Conference Proceeding, readers might discover the recent issue and results of research in the broad topics of maritime science and advanced technology.Unfortunately, the 3rd MSAT must be held online using the Zoom platform due to Covid-19. On June-September 2021, Indonesia was experiencing the high-risk status of Covid-19, which was under activity restrictions. We chose to keep the dates fixed on August 5-6, 2021, although we have to hold the conference virtually instead of postponing it on other dates. The reason is to keep all the speakers on schedule, and administration supports are in place. Additionally, world oceans day, commemorated on June 8, was framed for celebration. By the advantages, participants from many remote areas in Indonesia joined this virtual conference.The organizers were in 3 different cities of Bandung (ITB), Jakarta (BIG), and Pangandaran (PIAMARI). In Bandung, the MSAT committee was assigned to the faculty within several different rooms to comply with the health protocol during the pandemic. The participants who attended online on the first and second day were about 250 participants from various institutions and universities in Indonesia and teachers in Pangandaran, 3 keynote speakers and 9 invited speakers, and 53 presenters. The invited speakers were well-known scientists around the world (USA, China, Japan, Korea, Australia, and New Zealand), hence attracted some participant from abroad. The opening was opened by the Dean of the Faculty of Earth Science and Technology, Dr. Irwan Meilano, S.T., M.Sc., and ITB Chancellor, Prof. Reini Wirahadikusumah. After that, it was continued with the Keynote Speaker of the Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries of Indonesia, Mr. Ir. Sakti Wahyu Trenggono, M.M., and continued with a mini session which was opened with a breakout room system (Room A, B, C, D, and E) on Zoom. Keynote Speakers were given 30 minutes to present the talk, and Invited speakers were allocated for 20 minutes talk and 10 minutes Q&A session guided by the assigned moderator. Meanwhile, every participant presents their works maximum of 15 minutes, followed by 5 minutes of Q&A session guided by the moderator for each morning and afternoon session. The event starts on time from 08.00 to 17.00. The MSAT event can also be watched through the Oceanography Study Program Youtube: Oceanography ITB (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtLdITrN051L6wpa5KtwG7A)List of the organizing committee is listed as follows, Photo documentation are available in this pdf.

Using digital pathology in competency based case scenarios as an efficient pathology learning platform

Abstract Introduction/Objective Case-based learning has been utilized for implementation in learning pathological and clinical features of diseases in an integrated, facile manner for some time now. We applied certain novel technological advances to improve case-based learning - short clinical vignettes describing all pertinent pathologic features with the help of digital pathology images - including both negative and positive findings. The clinical cases combined with digital pathological and radiological images and labs were uploaded on Moodle platform for student access, to be followed later by an online interactive discussion via Zoom. Methods/Case Report Clinical cases meticulously woven with digital pathological and radiological images and labs were centralized on 3 fundamental competencies – disease processes, systemic pathology and diagnostic &amp; therapeutic pathology. This was followed by corresponding Q-A session using the “breakout room” feature of Zoom to form a differential diagnosis, reach a final diagnosis and discuss appropriate management options. Students exited the breakout rooms after individual groupwork to return to the main Zoom session for final discussion. Novel web- based tools, social media assistance, and other online resources were utilized to enhance the online learning experience. Results (if a Case Study enter NA) Student feedback confirmed that our online instructional methodology was incredibly stimulatory, particularly in topics that were difficult to grasp using traditional pedagogical methods. Summative and formative assessments indicated performance gain, enhanced motivation, improved critical thinking and evolved ability to solve clinical cases. Drawbacks included irregular student participation, lack of face-to-face interaction, network issues and time differences. Conclusion Our pathology pedagogy provides flexibility and self-directed learning skills, while simultaneously covering the geographical limitations. This not only helps students in developing critical clinical reasoning, but also enables them to acquire life-long learning and problem-solving skills. The technique proved to be a powerful educational tool that facilitated an interactive learning experience beyond the classroom setting, with integration of multidisciplinary aspects in learning Pathology. Additionally, the communication competency was also covered during case discussion among students, promoting literary, verbal and team-working capabilities.

Synchronous online pharmacy skills group work: A breakout room toolbox for teaching

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Preface

Proceedings are prepared as a continuation of the 1st Webinar International Conference on Sustainable Architecture International and Engineering with theme: Building, and Technology Towards Society 5.0 which was held Hybrid (Offline and Online) on 28th October 2020.This Webinar is also consist of 4 tracks such as:1. Electrical Engineering : Renewable Energy, Energy Access, Microgrid, Modern System, an Control Engineering.2. Mechanical Engineering : Manufacture Materials, and Energy Convertion3. Architecture : Green Building, Smart Building and Sustainable City4. Civil Engineering : Water Resource, Structure, Transportation and GeotechnicalThis Webinar was attended by 6 countries from 23 universities such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. So, We would like to thank to all presenters and participants who took part in this Webinar as well and also to all those people who supported this Webinar that can be held well. Hopefully, this Proceedings will be useful for all of us.The conference was conducted virtually as the global pandemic of COVID-19 is not currently being able to be controlled well. Consequently, the government keep extending lockdown in non-essential sectors, including international conferences held by higher education. Therefore, the committee agreed to have the conference virtually on Wednesday, 28 October 2020. The conference was opened at 9 AM (GMT+7) and the first three plenary sessions proceeded from 09.30 to 11.00 featuring three international speakers namely Prof. Dr. Ismunandar, Prof. Manukid Parmichkan, and Prof. Dong-Seong Kim. The sessions were then followed by a 30-minute question and answer session. In total, there were around 150 participants attending the sessions. Panel session I then took place at 11.40 to 01.10 PM in 10 breakout rooms in accordance with the predetermined scope. Each speaker was given 10 minutes for both presentation and discussion and one moderator was in charge in each breakout room. Following the session, there were the second three plenary session in which the speakers were Prof. Dr. Ir. Widodo M. Arch Eng, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohammad Ibrahim Safawi Mohd Zain, and Prof. Dr. Ing Uras Siahaan. A discussion session was held in 30 minutes after the last session. Panel session 2 was taking place from 03.10 to 04.40 with the same mechanism as that of session I and the conference was officially closed at 5 PM.Jakarta, October 20201st International Conference on Sustainable And ArchitectureHead Committee of The 1st ICoSAEUlinata, ST. Ars., MTCOMMITTEE, CONFERENCE DOCUMENTATIONS, All photos are available in the pdf

Antiracism in the LIS Profession: Not Just Lip Service

AbstractWith rising cases of brutality, gun violence, and racial injustice towards particularly the Black and AAPI (Asians, Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders) communities, racism is being recognized and declared as an emergency and public health threat. Diversity, equity, and antiracism are core to the Library and Information Science (LIS) profession as we strive to uphold the principle of “libraries serve humanities” and the motto of “free to all.” During this extended period of “racial‐injustice as a public crisis”, what are the roles of LIS professionals in battling racism, violence, and other systems of oppression? This panel session features experienced LIS professionals and educators who specialize in DEI, reporting their activities, stories, and thoughts on antiracism. A breakout room activity is envisioned following panelists' presentations, with participants discussing and sharing their antiracism initiatives. Participants will also brainstorm the next course of action in the LIS profession's journey in battling racism.

The Search for Relevance

Dr. Tracy Kitchel presented the 2020 AAAE Distinguished Lecture as an online presentation that included break-out room discussions during the Annual Meeting of the American Association for Agricultural Education (AAAE) hosted virtually in May 2021. The 2020 Annual Meeting of AAAE moved to a virtual format and was modified shortly after the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020; one modification included moving the 2020 Distinguished Lecture to the 2021 Annual Meeting of AAAE. The article is a philosophical work based upon the author’s experiences in the profession and as a higher education administrator.