Competence Building Research Articles

Building Competency in Caring for Patients With Limited English Proficiency: Piloting an Innovative Interprofessional Simulation.

Building Competency in Caring for Patients With Limited English Proficiency: Piloting an Innovative Interprofessional Simulation.

Public-Private Partnerships: A model for injury prevention and safety promotion – Benefitting communities and NGOs

Abstract Injuries are a leading cause of death up to 45years, and 12% of all hospital beds in Norway are dedicated to accident-related treatments. Addressing injuries poses a significant public health challenge, and preventing accidents is crucial for saving money and resources. The Norwegian Act of Public Health mandates that municipalities promote the population’s health and well-being, contribute to favourable environmental conditions, and prevent mental and somatic illnesses and injuries. This is echoed in various laws and regulations, providing a supportive framework for injury prevention and safety promotion. However, translating these laws and regulations into effective policies and preventive activities necessitates collaboration across sectors and levels. To meet these demands, a public-private partnership for safety has been established through five-year cooperation agreements between the Ministry of Health, Finance Norway (Association for financial and insurance industry in Norway), and the Norwegian Safety Forum (NSF). As a non-profit organization, NSF is a national advocate for safety, specializing in home and leisure injury prevention, road safety and Safe Community initiatives in Norway. Program Description The collaboration aims to reduce accidents and injuries. The agreement secures basic financing for NSF and serves as a platform for knowledge sharing and competence building across sectors. It facilitates seminars and meetings to promote learning among different professions, benefiting municipalities and the public. The collaboration leverages the Ministry’s resources, insurance companies’ data and knowledge, and NSF’s expertise to develop injury prevention programs through dialogue with communities and organizations. This model brings together private-public and NGO perspectives. It also provides enhanced possibilities for coordination on both national and community level, enhancing data and knowledge availability and strengthening capacity for safety promotion.

Psychological and Cultural Preparation of University Students to Face the Challenges of Globalization in Alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): A Field Study

Objectives: This study evaluates the cultural and psychological preparation of university students to confront globalization's challenges by assessing the current state of such preparation from both faculty members’ and students’ perspectives. Background: University education is crucial for fostering higher-order thinking, talent development, and abilities that equip students to navigate the negative impacts of globalization. However, the extent of students' cultural and psychological readiness to face these challenges remains unclear. The study is aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 4 (Quality Education) and Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), focusing on building competencies for global engagement. Method: A survey method was employed to collect data from faculty members and students, examining psychological and cultural preparation, including self-esteem, socialization, and intercultural competence. Gender and academic discipline differences were also explored. Results and Discussion: The findings revealed generally low levels of both psychological and cultural preparation, with no significant differences between faculty and student views. Male students scored higher in psychological dimensions like self-esteem and socialization, while female students performed better in cultural preparation. Additionally, students from scientific disciplines exhibited higher levels of psychological and cultural readiness than those from other fields. Research Implications: The study emphasizes the need for targeted initiatives to enhance students' psychological and cultural preparedness, especially in non-scientific disciplines, to effectively confront globalization's challenges. Originality/Value: By identifying specific gaps in psychological and cultural readiness, this study provides practical recommendations for improving university education to better prepare students for global challenges.

Data utilisation among employees in SMEs in Destination Limfjorden, Denmark

ABSTRACT This article explores the efforts of Destination Limfjorden in Denmark to enhance employees’ competencies and skills in small and medium-sized tourism enterprises (SMEs) through the strategic use of data. The study employs a mixed-method approach, integrating digital questionnaires and semi-structured interviews to identify the competence needs of stakeholders. The research reveals a significant need for improved digital guest services and highlights the importance of data usage within companies, network building and general competence needs. The article also reviews the literature on the role of big data in augmenting tourism research and the challenges SMEs face in harnessing big data analytics. It underscores the need for robust knowledge management initiatives, targeted skill development programmes and a culture of collaboration among tourism SMEs. The article concludes by emphasising the increasing significance of big data competencies for SMEs in the tourism sector, particularly in remote European regions, and the potential of data analytics in fostering resilience among SMEs and enhancing their competitiveness within the evolving dynamics of the tourism industry landscape.

Multi-agent system-based framework for an intelligent management of competency building

To measure the effectiveness of learning activities, intensive research works have focused on the process of competency building through the identification of learning stages as well as the setup of related key performance indictors to measure the attainment of specific learning objectives. To organize the learning activities as per the background and skills of each learner, individual learning styles have been identified and measured by several researchers. Despite their importance in personalizing the learning activities, these styles are difficult to implement for large groups of learners. They have also been rarely correlated with each specific learning stage. New approaches are, therefore, needed to intelligently coordinate all the learning activities while self-adapting to the ongoing progress of learning as well as to the specific requirements and backgrounds of learners. To address these issues, we propose in this paper a new framework for an intelligent management of the competency building process during learning. Our framework is based on a recursive spiral Assess-Predict-Oversee-Transit model that is orchestrated by a multi-agent system. This system is particularly responsible of enabling smart transitions between learning stages. It is also responsible of assessing and predicting the process of competency building of the learner and, then, making the right decisions about the learning progress, accordingly. Results of our solution were demonstrated via an Augmented Reality app that we created using the Unity3D engine to train learners on Air Conditioner maintenance.

Sustainability and Capability Building in Organizations: A Focused Group Approach

This study investigates business sustainability and the development of comprehensive capabilities that are crucial for future-ready organizations. It delineates the sustainable business practices that are necessary to enhance the functional, operational, technological and strategic dimensions of an organization. Furthermore, we examine methods to augment a firm’s capacity to foster sustainable growth. The authors utilized a structured approach; four focused group discussions (FGDs) were conducted with experts from multinational firms to garner real-time industry insights in the context of the new normal. The discussions emphasized key practices such as change management, competency building, green business functions, regenerative strategies, empathetic leadership and the triple bottom line approach. This research underscores the real-time business practices implemented during and after the pandemic to address and mitigate the disruptions caused by the outbreak.

Feedback, training, goal-setting, planning and performance: understanding the pathway to improved organizational outcomes

PurposeAs competitive pressures persist and global economic influences continue to present new challenges, businesses need to be able to respond to emerging circumstances. Goal-setting and planning are key mechanisms contributing to organizational competitive success, yet organizations underappreciate the role of competency and capacity building factors that contribute to successful planning. This paper integrates three theoretical models enabling an investigation into the positive relationships between managerial activities generating information feedback, training in planning and skills and organizational performance outcomes, while exploring the positive mediating roles of goal-setting and planning.Design/methodology/approachA unique organizational sample of agribusiness producers (n = 499) in Canada is examined. A structural equation path analysis model is used to evaluate the main relationships.FindingsThe results suggest that organizations are finding that managerial and training activities should not be considered in isolation, but rather as supports for goal-setting, planning and performance outcomes. Thus, the implications are that managers can find organizational value enhanced through the building of human resource competency (e.g. management activities and training) with these emerging capacities aiding goal setting and planning activities.Originality/valueThis study makes three main contributions: first, by adopting a rational-design perspective and integrating theoretical frameworks focusing on (a) planning-performance and (b) goal-setting-planning. This extended model goes beyond previous studies by including managerial activities, training, goals, planning and performance outcomes. Second, this study uniquely accounts for a more comprehensive set of key confounding factors such as operational activities, organizational strategy and organizational size in the integrated framework. Finally, as far as the authors are aware, there has not been a survey study at the organizational level that has explored the role of managerial activities and training in planning within a similarly comprehensive model.

The Importance of Teacher Competence and Professionalism in The Character Building of Primary School Students

<p>Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pentingnya kompetensi dan profesionalisme guru sekolah dasar dalam pembentukan karakter siswa sekolah dasar. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan jenis penelitian studi literatur mengenai kompetensi guru sekolah dasar. Data yang diperoleh kemudian dianalisis dengan metode analisis deskriptif. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa sebagai pendidik profesional, guru harus mempunyai pengetahuan dan keterampilan yang sesuai dengan kebutuhan profesinya selain itu guru juga harus memiliki kualifikasi pendidikan dan keterampilan sebagai subjek pembelajaran, sehat jasmani dan rohani, serta mempunyai kemampuan untuk mencapai tujuan pendidikan. Dengan menunjukkan profesionalisme yang tinggi, guru tidak hanya menularkan ilmu kepada anak, tetapi juga menjadi teladan nilai-nilai dan perilaku yang baik. Hal ini akan memberikan anak landasan yang kokoh untuk mengembangkan kepribadiannya di masa depan. Dengan demikian guru merupakan faktor terpenting dalam menentukan keberhasilan pendidikan karakter siswa di sekolah dasar.</p>

Competence building in software technologies: the case of the German automotive industry

ABSTRACT The transformation to a software-defined car and the necessary competence building in software pose severe problems and threats for established car manufacturers. This study examines the adaptation of German car manufacturers to new digital technologies with their own competence building in software and with external partnerships. The firm’s resource- and competence-based views are used as the theoretical foundation. The empirical analysis includes an explorative case study of two German automotive firms and their external cooperation partners. Case studies show that automotive firms have chosen different pathways to build digital competencies. They realise a firm-specific mixture of competence building by investing their own resources or by partnering with external cooperation partners. The results showed remarkable differences in competence levels and successes between the two firms. The main theoretical result of the explorative case studies is that the management of dependencies, building or dissolution of relationships with other firms, aspect of time, and aspect of firm organisation must be included as endogenous factors in the theoretical analysis of competence building.

A national education program for rapid genomics in pediatric acute care: Building workforce confidence, competence, and capability

PurposeTo develop and evaluate a scalable national program to build confidence, competence and capability in the use of rapid genomic testing (rGT) in the acute pediatric setting. MethodsWe used theory-informed approaches to design a modular, adaptive program of blended learning aimed at diverse professional groups involved in acute pediatric care. The program comprised 4 online learning modules and an online workshop and was centered on case-based learning. We evaluated the program using the Kirkpatrick 4-level model of training evaluation and report our findings using the Reporting Item Standards for Education and its Evaluation (RISE2) guidelines for genomics education and evaluation. ResultsTwo hundred and two participants engaged with at least 1 component of the program. Participants self-reported increased confidence in using rGT, (P < .001), and quiz responses objectively demonstrated increased competence (eg, correct responses to a question on pretest counseling increased from 30% to 64%; P < .001). Additionally, their capability in applying genomic principles to simulated clinical cases increased (P < .001), as did their desire to take on more responsibility for performing rGT. The clinical interpretation of more complex test results (such as negative results or variants of uncertain significance) appeared to be more challenging, indicating a need for targeted education in this area. ConclusionThe program format was effective in delivering multidisciplinary and wide-scale genomics education in the acute care context. The modular approach we have developed now lends itself to application in other medical specialties or areas of health care.

Understanding crisis perception and organizational learning – A case study of school organizations in the COVID-19 pandemic

The research investigates the organizational dynamics of learning-in-crisis (LiC) in five Hungarian education institutions in the light of the COVID-19 pandemic with a focus on digital competence building, and the influence of organizational perception of contextual factors. The path of organisation-level learning that takes place as a result of the crisis event was analysed along two factors: the extent of perceived impact and the relevance of the rare event. Results of the qualitative, interview- and observation-based research show that learning willingness is different in the face of an identical external impact, influenced by organizational and financial capacity, as well as autonomy and stakeholder maturity for change. The depth of learning is related to the strategic and cultural fit with the sought-after competence, as well as field of knowledge and the presence of parallel crises.

Collaboration between professionals in primary and secondary healthcare services about hospital-at-home for children: A focus group study from the perspectives of stakeholders

ABSTRACT Collaboration among healthcare providers is regarded as a promising method to improve care quality and patient outcomes with limited human and financial resources. In Norway, “hospital-at-home” refers to care given by teams from the hospital pediatric wards who provide treatment and care in the family’s home. When children need home visits multiple times daily, the hospital-at-home often reaches out to municipality healthcare providers, asking them to share this task. We aimed to explore the collaboration between stakeholders to gain knowledge on matters concerning the transfer of pediatric competence between hospital and home-based care, and to gain insight into how to set up the service for children in the future. We conducted three focus group interviews. The results showed that managing hospital-at-home collaboratively came with various challenges concerning unclear responsibilities between hospitals and homecare services and several obstacles to setting up cooperation across service levels. Thus, positive collaboration experiences between hospital and homecare settings were shared. Formalizing this collaboration was considered important for future collaboration. Building competence and learning from and with each other ensures better conditions for success if the collaboration is organized and facilitated through agreements between the hospital and the municipalities.

An Autoethnography of Learning Facilitation Experience for Competency Building of Ethiopian Technical and Vocational Education &amp; Training Curriculum Coordinator

An Autoethnography of Learning Facilitation Experience for Competency Building of Ethiopian Technical and Vocational Education &amp; Training Curriculum Coordinator

Facebook in ESL Classroom: Class Engagement via Community Building and Development of Socio-Pragmatic Competences

Facebook in ESL Classroom: Class Engagement via Community Building and Development of Socio-Pragmatic Competences

Pengadaan Penanaman Tanaman Kumis Kucing Sebagai Obat Keluarga di Setiap Halaman Rumah Warga Serta Pelatihan Cara Mengolah Tanaman Kumis Kucing Menjadi Minuman Obat di Desa Berancah, Kecamatan Bantan, Kabupaten Bengkalis

Kumis Kucing (Orthosiphon aristatus) is an herb that can be considered special in traditional medicine. All parts of it, from roots to flowers, are believed to have medicinal effects and strengthen performance. Community service has been carried out with the aim of increasing knowledge and understanding and teaching utilization to people who have empty gardens in Berancah Village in the management of Kumis Kucing (Orthosiphon aristatus) as family medicine. This community service activity was carried out to the Berancah Village community in the Village Hall by Field Supervisors and assisted by Kukerta students. The method in this implementation is carried out in 4 (four) stages, namely Socialization, Competency building, Activity implementation, and Monitoring and Evaluation

Tools for developing the life building competence of high students in the educational environment of school

Tools for developing the life building competence of high students in the educational environment of school

Ageism, welfare, and the energy transition: a comparative analysis of the perceptions among the elderly in Poland and Norway

BackgroundOne of the potential dimensions on which exclusion and injustice may occur in energy transitions is age. Age-based patterns of exclusion—ageism—has recently been conceptualized in the context of decarbonization as energy ageism. This paper offers a comparative empirical analysis of the senior citizens’ outlook towards an imminent energy transition as well as the impact of energy poverty in two European countries: Norway and Poland.ResultsDrawing on interviews and focus groups with Polish and Norwegian seniors, we present the differences and similarities between the two countries, and the determinants of energy ageism, as well as the concept’s overall applicability and empirical usefulness. We find that socioeconomic conditions outweigh ageism, that is, the resilience of senior citizens in dealing with energy poverty during a transition is conditioned by their material standing and welfare state robustness rather than age based. An important factor is household heating technology, combined with economic vulnerability can push some individuals into energy poverty, while others using alternative sources of heat can navigate through energy crises unscathed.ConclusionsWe note the importance of mainstreaming social inclusion considerations in energy policy and of targeted digital competence building which can enhance senior citizen integration in the energy transition. Lower levels of digital competences among senior citizens certainly play a role and need to be addressed with education programs to increase participation. In both countries, household heating is a major issue and heating sources are strong predictors of energy poverty and regulatory measures and subsidies should be designed at national, regional, and municipal level to assist vulnerable groups in this area.

개념기반 수업모형 개발 및 적용에 관한 실행연구

The purpose of this action research is to develop a concept-based teaching model and present unit design principles and application methods for ‘deep learning’ in elementary school classrooms through educational technology. To this end, we formed advisory groups and working groups for the development and application of concept-based teaching models and analyzed cases of field classes designed and implemented as concept-based curriculum. In addition, we established a framework for developing a concept-based teaching model and developed the teaching model by repeating the process of case analysis, model planning, model deliberation, and model modification. As a result of the study, the concept-based teaching model was elaborated into concept recognition, concept connection, concept implementation, and concept transfer, and was categorized into inquiry topic classes, competency building classes, and project classes applicable to elementary school classroom classes. In addition, by reviewing the design-implementation-creation process of concept-based classes, the core principles of unit design and teaching methods that affect elementary school classroom classes were presented as: integration and purpose, diversity and connectivity, clarity and effectiveness, and creativity and immersion. In particular, through focus group interviews with the advisory groups and working groups that participated in the study of the concept-based teaching model, implications for the application and implementation of classroom teaching were derived by dividing them into instructor-led ‘expansion of conceptual understanding’ and learner-led ‘implementation of in-depth learning’ aspects.

Cybersecurity Collaboration: Building Trust and Resilience through Information Sharing

This paper focuses on the pivotal role of information sharing practices for capacity building competences in the field of cybersecurity. It analysis the necessities and limitations of information sharing, aiming to boost a secure and resilient cyberspace that installs trust. The paper identifies the different types of information that can be shared and outlines the channels that support this exchange. By proposing five applications of information sharing in cybersecurity, it focusses on education and warning in order to enforce people competencies. High-level recommendations are proposed in conclusion for the establishment of a platform for information sharing and analysis

B-Wheel – Building AI competences in academic libraries

Academic libraries have moved swiftly to grasp the challenges and opportunities of the new Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies. The body of academic and practice-based literature is growing fast, showing how libraries are exploring their role in Information Literacy (IL) and AI, ethics and AI, and how they vigorously test and adopt various AI-powered tools for their services. Across these accounts, librarians express concern about their competence, skills and knowledge of the new technology and its implications for the research community. In this article, we present a holistic process model called the B-Wheel that addresses the phenomenon's complexity with approaches adopted from design thinking ideologies. We propose design approaches as an alternative strategy for academic libraries that want to avoid partial optimisation of AI skills and to ensure more generative competency building in their organisation. We drew inspiration for the B-Wheel model from the principles and pedagogy of the 20th-century Bauhaus art and design school in Germany. The article focuses on the model's features and its elements, constructed through workshops in Scandinavian research libraries. We also present experiences from the first use case in a University Library in Scandinavia. We propose that the main principles of the B-Wheel process model – a holistic design approach and learning by doing – are transferable across and beyond academic libraries.