Major University Research Articles

Studies of Second-Language Writing in Canada

Canada’s social and educational policies have always involved immigrant settlement and English-French bilingualism. Research on writing in second languages emerged in the 1980s from graduate programs of education and applied linguistics at major universities in Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, and Vancouver, particularly scholars investigating cognitive and learning processes and rhetorical characteristics of writing in English as a mother tongue. In the 1990s several Canadian scholars established systematic programs of research focused on L2 composing processes, writing for academic purposes, assessment, and innovative educational programs— spawning, in turn, in the 2000s a third generation of L2 writing researchers who have now established themselves across Canada and around the world.

Literature Review of Gehong's Academic Thought in China

In order to discuss the current research status of Ge Hong's academic thought in China from a global perspective, this paper carries out a review of the literature on Ge Hong's academic thought in China from 1980 to 2022. With "Ge Hong" and "Academic thought" as the main topics, the literatures collected in CNKI database from January 1, 1980 to December 31, 2022 were searched, and 500 literatures were analyzed by Cite Space.6.1.R1 software. The study of Ge Hong's academic thought mainly focuses on the fields of "Taoism", "health", "immortal Taoism", "Luofu Mountain" and "Confucianism"; With the development of time, new research hotspots such as "Taoist medicine" have been formed. Ge Hong's academic thought researchers are mainly distributed in major universities. Overall, the research field of Chinese Ge Hong's academic thought is extensive, and the atmosphere of cooperative research among many scholars and institutions has not been fully formed.

Research and Practice on International Talent Cultivation Mode of Film and Television Photography and Production in Undergraduate Colleges and Universities

With the acceleration of globalization, the status and influence of the film and television industry in the international market are increasing. The close connection between the domestic and international film and television markets has prompted the need for universities to cultivate film and television photography and production professionals with an international outlook, innovative ability, and practical skills. However, domestic universities still face many challenges in international talent training. Therefore, it is particularly important to study and build an international talent cultivation model for film and television photography and production majors that is suitable for China's national conditions. The purpose of this paper is to explore how to improve the educational quality and international competitiveness of film and television photography and production majors in China's undergraduate colleges and universities by building an international talent cultivation model. The study will propose a set of scientific, reasonable, and operable international talent cultivation programs through the comparative analysis of the existing education modes of domestic and foreign colleges and universities and carry out practical tests. By studying and practicing the international talent cultivation model for film and television photography and production majors, it can effectively improve the education level of Chinese universities in this field, cultivate film and television talents with international vision and competitiveness, and contribute to the international development of the country's cultural industry.

전공교육과정 질 관리를 위한 인증평가 루브릭 개발 연구

This study attempted to present a standard manual through the case of University A that can be applied when domestic universities want to improve or upgrade the rubric, which is the evaluation standard for curriculum certification evaluation, more than 10 years after conducting their own curriculum certification evaluation to manage and improve the quality of major curriculum. To this end, a rubric draft was first developed by revising and supplementing the evaluation criteria based on the results of analyzing related literature research and analyzing cases of major domestic universities that introduced curriculum certification evaluation through the advice of experts(N=3) in the curriculum . The draft rubric developed in this way verified the validity and feasibility of research results through a meeting with a modified Delphi survey(N=10) and a practitioner in charge of major curriculum certification evaluation(N=5) for experts in the field of education who have conducted research related to curriculum evaluation and curriculum evaluation. The results are as follows. First, evaluation criteria were developed to systematically evaluate the entire course of the major curriculum, including curriculum development, support, operation, performance, and improvement. Second, the evaluation criteria developed in this way were designed with a total of 3 items and 19 evaluation criteria, and an evaluation criterion with a content validity(CVI) of 0.80 or more was developed. Third, based on the results of the curriculum certification evaluation using this rubric, a feedback system was proposed to strengthen the quality of major education by establishing a continuous curriculum quality management system. It is expected that these findings will help improve the quality of the curriculum and operate a substantial curriculum.

Unveiling vocabulary teaching and learning beliefs of teachers and learners in an EFL context

Vocabulary is often considered as a key predictor of second language ability, and how teachers and learners’ beliefs and conceptualizations about vocabulary affect their teaching and learning has recently gained unprecedented momentum in the field of second language education. However, despite their importance, there is a paucity of research that has combined data from teachers and learners to illuminate their beliefs and conceptualizations. The main aim of this quantitative study is to combine data from English language teachers and learners to explore their beliefs and conceptualizations about vocabulary learning and knowledge. The study voluntarily recruited 113 learners and 91 teachers from a major Saudi university to fill out an online questionnaire. The findings revealed that both teachers and learners generally valued vocabulary on a par with grammar, listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and that both groups showed a general understanding of the basic components of word knowledge; however, their beliefs differed significantly. The results also indicated that despite showing an awareness of the role of textbooks and the incidental approach to vocabulary learning, there were significant differences in teachers and learners’ beliefs. The study concluded with a range of suggested implications, as well as suggestions for further studies on how to address the present lacunae in the field.

수학학습 정의적 영역을 이용한 대학 이공계 전공 예측 기계학습 분석

This study developed and analyzed models to predict the selection of STEM majors in college based on the affective domain characteristics of students during their middle and high school years, using data from the Korean Education Longitudinal Study 2005. Instrumental motivation, intrinsic motivation towards mathematics, self-efficacy in mathematics, and beliefs about intelligence were used as independent variables for prediction based on the data from the second grade of middle school and the first grade of high school. Logistic models, Multi Layer Perceptron (MLP) models, and Random Forest models were applied, and the optimal prediction model was sought by comprehensively considering various indicators. In the case of using the data from the second grade of middle school, the MLP model showed superior predictive power compared to other models. In the case of using the data from the first grade of high school, all models did not show good predictive power. The model based on the data from the second grade of middle school was deemed to have practical applicability. These results suggest that while the affective domain regarding mathematics is an important factor in the choice of a STEM major, more diverse variables and complex models are needed for predicting majors during high school years. Additionally, while recognizing the limitations of machine learning models, more theoretical discussions are needed on the relationship between major selection and the affective elements of mathematics, and it is hoped that various prediction models will be developed and used in actual practice.

The Effects of Learner Characteristics on Learning Flow and Learning Satisfaction in the Flipped Learning of Chinese Beauty Major College Students

The advancement of information and communication technology, a central element in the Fourth Industrial Revolution, is influencing the way people think and act with the introduction of artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and the Internet of Things. In education, there's a notable shift from a teacher-centric approach to a learner-centric environment, emphasizing the flipped learning teaching method that facilitates self-directed learning. This study examined how learner characteristics influence learning flow (classroom class and online class) and learning satisfaction in order to establish a foundation for the effective implementation of beauty education in a flipped learning environment. An empirical study was conducted from July 10 to August 10, 2023, involving 166 surveys administered to beauty-related students in China. The data were analyzed using SPSS 25.0, employing techniques such as frequency analysis, factor analysis, reliability analysis, descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and multiple regression analysis. The research findings indicated high reliability scores for learner characteristics (3.98), learning flow (3.75), and learning satisfaction (3.77) within the flipped learning environment. Correlation analyses between learner characteristics, learning flow, and learning satisfaction revealed statistically significant correlation, especially in terms of the correlation between learning attachment of learner characteristics and learning self-efficacy in learning satisfaction. In particular, a higher level of learning attachment in learner characteristics was associated with a statistically significant positive effect on learning satisfaction, whether in online or classroom learning contexts. The research findings suggest that flipped learning classes can improve students' satisfaction by boosting their learning attachment, leading to increased learning self-efficacy. This study highlights the importance of a flipped learning instructional approach when designing courses to enhance learning flow and attachment, addressing academic self-regulation and self-determination motivation.

Thoughts on the Connotative Development of Music Art Management

Our country Major music (art) colleges have set up art management majors. However, at present, the development speed of art management majors in domestic music colleges is relatively slow, which cannot meet the needs of society for high-level art management talents. Therefore, it is very necessary to develop a connotation-oriented development strategy. From the perspective of music art management, this paper sorts out the constituent factors of the "connotative" development of music art management, analyzes some problems existing in the current music art management, and explores the countermeasures of "connotative" development, so as to prove the "connotative" development. It is of great significance. I hope it can provide reference for the "connotative" development of music art management in China.

Diversifying computer science: An examination of the potential influences of women‐in‐computing groups

AbstractThe gender imbalance in computer science (CS) is one of the most challenging issues in American education. CS is the only science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) field in which women's representation has steadily declined in recent decades. In this study, we explored one potential approach that could be effective in increasing college women's participation in CS: participation in Women‐in‐Computing (WiC) groups. Through participant observation and individual interviews in a WiC group at a major research university, we investigated how students engage in WiC, the impacts of the WiC on identity and belonging, and the challenge of sustainability. The results were coded using a hybrid of grounded and deductive coding and indicate that WiC groups offer various programs and events that enable women in CS to fully participate, learn, and grow. WiC represents an identity, a community, a safe space, and a journey. The results also suggest that the WiC has had positive impacts on students' identity and belonging, as evidenced by increased self‐efficacy, reduced imposter syndrome, and enhanced sense of belonging and community. Furthermore, we outline three strategies employed by the WiC to ensure the group's sustainability. Our study sheds light on how WiC can encourage women to enter and persist in CS, and on some of the characteristics of a successful WiC. We demonstrate that WiC may be potentially effective in diversifying CS through identity‐based participation. Moreover, student leaders design both the structure of the group and the leadership continuity process to ensure sustainability.

Factors contributing to the rising prevalence of waterpipe smoking dependence among university students: a cross-sectional study

IntroductionWaterpipe smoking (WPS) has been associated with a variety of adverse health effects, consequences, and symptoms of nicotine dependence. This study aims to determine the prevalence of WPS dependence among Palestinian university waterpipe smoking students, their normative beliefs about WPS, and their relationship to dependence.MethodsA cross-sectional study of current WPS university students at five major Palestinian universities was conducted from September to December 2022. Participants were recruited using convenient sampling, and data collection was carried out via an interviewer-administered questionnaire. We assessed students’ WPS dependence using the Lebanese Waterpipe Dependence Scale. We used the Poisson regression model with robust variance to analyze factors independently associated with high WPS dependence.ResultsThe study included 746 current WPS university students. Results revealed a high prevalence of WPS dependence, with 69.4% (95%CI: 66.0-72.7%) exhibiting high dependence. Factors contributing to high WPS dependence included dual cigarette smoking (aPR: 1.18; 95%CI: 1.12–1.25), studying medical sciences (aPR: 1.13; 95%CI: 1.10–1.18), friends’ approval of WPS (aPR: 1.25; 95%CI: 1.17–1.34), daily WPS frequency (aPR: 1.98; 95%CI: 1.39–2.23), spending more than 50% of daily allowance on WPS (aPR: 1.37; 95%CI: 1.10–1.64), and morning WPS sessions (aPR: 1.97; 95%CI: 1.31–2.27). The study highlighted the influence of social factors, such as peers’ approval and perceived prevalence, on WPS dependence.ConclusionsWPS dependence is prevalent among university students, and it is associated with morning WPS, dual smoking, and increased WPS frequency. Notably, peer and cultural factors are essential primary motivators. As a result, it is critical to incorporate WPS considerations into Palestine’s antismoking health promotion program. Therefore, it is vital to incorporate WPS into the Palestinian antismoking health promotion policy, and the health education of adolescents regarding the dangers of WPS should coincide with antismoking initiatives.

Greening university practices: empowering eco-conscious behavior, transforming sustainable culture, and shaping greener institutional awareness through strategic green HRM initiatives

Green human resource management practices are widely accepted and are essential for encouraging sustainable behavior in organizations. We aimed to ascertain the relationship between employees' eco-friendly behavior and Green HRM practices by employing environmental awareness as a mediator. we analyzed and tested the suggested model Employing the PLS-SEM method through SmartPLS 4. The current study employed a quantitative research approach to collect data from 346 actual respondents. From six major public universities in Afghanistan, these participants were selected randomly. Based on the investigation, it was shown that green recruitment and selection, green training and development, green performance management, and green reward and compensation possessed a positive impact on employees' eco-friendly behavior. Additionally, environmental awareness promotes eco-friendly conduct among the staff. The research provides updated outcomes showing that, through the partially moderating impacts of environmental awareness, green HRM practices in Afghanistan's public universities both directly and indirectly influence employees' eco-friendly behavior. The current study is noteworthy since it provides fresh insights into green HRM. Additionally, by examining these relationships and assessing the mediation effects, this work adds to the amount of literature already accessible on environmentally friendly behaviors. Furthermore, current research makes a practical contribution to public universities by suggesting guidelines on how to increase academicians' awareness of green HRM practices, enhance eco-friendly behavior at work, and develop environmentally friendly behavior.

Does the nuclear engineering field perform worse in utilizing women? Evidence from South Korea

Despite its remarkable socioeconomic development, South Korea underperforms in terms of female labor force participation and women in leadership positions. As women appear to avoid nuclear engineering, we aim to evaluate its relative performance in attracting women to its labor force compared to other college majors. Using college-major level information from 2000, we test whether the female faculty share in nuclear engineering is lower than its counterparts. Although nuclear engineering has one of the lowest female faculty shares, its share exceeds that of agricultural science, business and economics, chemical engineering, chemistry, civil engineering, and industrial engineering once we properly control for gender composition among students and other compounding factors. In other words, once female students major in nuclear engineering, they are less likely to leave their fields compared to their counterparts in other disciplines. This result implies that if the nuclear engineering field aims to attract more women to its workforce, it is important to target them from the early stage of their careers.

Penile vibratory stimulation in men with spinal cord injury: an educational video demonstration

To demonstrate the different techniques used to perform successful penile vibratory stimulation (PVS) to induce ejaculation in men with spinal cord injuries (SCIs). A video demonstration of the PVS procedure performed in men with SCIs using the FertiCare 2.0 medical vibrator. Major University Medical Center. Men with SCIs. Spinal cord injury is the leading cause of anejaculation in young men. After SCIs, most of these men will need a method of assisted ejaculation to achieve biological fatherhood. In this study, a newly designed and tested vibrator (FertiCare 2.0) was used to induce ejaculation. The initial assessment of each patient included a standard history, physical examination, level of injury determination using the International Standards for Neurological Classification of Spinal Cord Injury as well as assessment of the hip flexor reflex and the bulbocavernosus reflex. Patients with a level of injury at or rostral to T6 were pretreated with 10-40 mg of sublingual nifedipine to manage autonomic dysreflexia. A single vibrator was applied to the dorsum, or frenulum, of the glans penis. Stimulation is delivered in 2-minute increments to a maximum of 10 minutes per visit. Application of two vibrators or abdominal electrical stimulation concurrently with PVS was used in select patients. Ejaculated semen was collected in a sterile cup and examined after liquefaction. Bladder preparation using sperm wash medium was performed in patients suspected of experiencing retrograde ejaculation. Successful ejaculation after performing the PVS procedure in men with SCIs. Penile vibratory stimulation was successful in 86% of men whose level of injury was T10 or rostral. The total motile sperm count in antegrade ejaculates produced using PVS was >5 million (lower limit considered for intrauterine insemination) in 71% of ejaculates. No complications because of PVS were observed in 3,700 trials performed by our group and none in the patients presented in this video. Penile vibratory stimulation is a safe and effective method for the management of ejaculatory dysfunction in men with SCIs. Penile vibratory stimulation can be performed by the male partner after an initial evaluation by a specialized provider, and the ejaculate can be used to perform home insemination.

Make your future job matter: A career calling intervention for college students

AbstractIn recent years, career development scholars and practitioners are increasingly interested in the concept of career calling. However, the psychological mechanisms underlying the process of its discernment remain obscure, and intervention research is scarce. In this study, we implemented a quasi‐experimental pretest–posttest design with intervention (n = 42) and control group (n = 66) to test a 9‐week elective course designed to help college students find their callings. The course included an investigation of strengths, values, and interests, followed by their integration into personal mission and finding occupations that allowed to implement that mission in real life (potential callings). The study was conducted in a major Russian university located in Moscow. Be the end of the course, the participants had a stronger sense of calling, perceived more meaning, and felt more authentic. The results of this study can be used by university career services, as well as private counselors.

Assessment of Business Educators' Perception of the Adequacy of Business Education Curriculum Content in Universities in Cross River State

The study sought to assess business educators' perceptions of the adequacy of business education curriculum content in universities in Cross River State. To achieve this purpose, three research questions and three hypotheses were raised. The study adopted a survey research design with a census and purposive sampling technique in selecting an area sample. The sample is made up of 39 lecturers at two major universities in the area where business education is offered. The study adopted a questionnaire titled "Business Educators' Perception of Business Education Curriculum Content Adequacy Scale (BEPBECCAS)." The instrument was divided into two sections. Section A was designed to elicit responses on the demographics of the respondents, such as gender, age, professional area, and academic rank, while Section B was designed to elicit information on the perception of the adequacy of business education curriculum content. Section B was made up of 20 items. The instrument was validated by two experts in measurement and evaluation, and the reliability of the scale was established using the Cronbach alpha technique. The coefficient of the subscale was 0.82, which showed that the instrument is reliable. Data were collected by the researchers, and the data were analyzed using population t-tests, independent t-tests, and one-way analyses of variance. The results presented showed that the extent of business educators' perception of the adequacy of business education curriculum content is significantly high, that male business educators do not differ significantly from female business educators in terms of their perception of the adequacy of business education curriculum content, and that there is a significant influence of professional area on business educators' perception of the adequacy of business education curriculum content.

The relationship between peritraumatic distress, mental health symptoms, and functioning impairment in healthcare workers during the COVID-19 emergency.

Healthcare workers (HCWs) were considered a population at risk for developing psychiatric symptoms during the COVID-19 pandemic, such as anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Peritraumatic distress is associated with post-traumatic psychopathological symptoms; however, little is known about how it may affect functioning. The study aimed at evaluating the level of peritraumatic distress in a sample of HCWs during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic and at examining the relationship between peritraumatic distress, mental health symptoms, and functioning impairment. A sample of 554 frontline HCWs were consecutively enrolled in major university hospitals and community services in Italy. The PDI, IES-R, PHQ-9, and GAD-7 were used to assess peritraumatic distress, symptoms of PTSD, depression, and anxiety, respectively, and the WSAS to investigate functioning impairment. PDI scores were higher among females, community services, physicians, and nurses. Furthermore, the PDI correlated significantly with the GAD-7, PHQ-9, IES-R, and WSAS. In a mediation analysis, the direct effect of PDI on WSAS and the indirect effects through the PHQ-9 and IES-R were statistically significant (P<.001). Peritraumatic distress reported by HCWs was associated with symptoms of PTSD, depression, and anxiety, but the association with reduced functioning may be only partially mediated through symptoms of depression and PTSD.

Syrian crises effect on specialty choice and the decision to work in the country among residents of six major hospitals in Syria, Damascus.

Assessing the impact of war on medical residents' specialty choices and migration decisions is critical to ensure the sustainability of healthcare systems worldwide. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of the Syrian crisis on specialty choices, related factors, and decisions to work in Syria among residents of six major university hospitals in Damascus. A cross-sectional study was conducted using a validated questionnaire from 20/4/2022 to 20/5/2022, including all eligible residents with no missing data. The questionnaire was comprised of 68 items, and residents were divided into two groups: group 1 included residents who made their specialty choice after the end of the military war in Damascus 2018, while group 2 included residents who made their specialty choice (the point of submitting their lists and applying for residency) during the war. A total of 370 residents were included, with 38.4% females and 61.6% males. Our findings revealed that 30% of residents preferred working in Syria, while 43.5% preferred working abroad. The factor of a "safer and more stable life" was significantly higher in Group 1 than in Group 2 (3.86>3.5, p-value = 0.026). Additionally, Group 1 residents were more likely to choose radiology, pathology, laboratory, and psychiatry specialization as their specialties, while choosing surgical specializations and hematology decreased compared to Group 2 (p-value<0.05). Factors related to social life were rated higher by group 1 (mean = 3.31) than by group 2 (mean = 2.27, Standard deviation = 0.19, p-value = 0.002). Moreover, the factor of "a specialization to facilitate traveling abroad" was significantly higher in Group 1 (2.69>2.21, Standard deviation = 0.22, p-value = 0.033). The Syrian crisis and its economic aftermath have influenced residents' specialty choices and practice locations. Even after the war's end, the high level of migration intentions could negatively affect the quality of provided healthcare services.

Determinants of university brand loyalty in an emerging higher education market

PurposeA university’s brand is a key competitive advantage in higher education (HE). This study examines the university's reputation’s intermediary impact on core services (emotional environment, perceived faculty and course suitability) and brand loyalty in private universities in Iran.Design/methodology/approachA quantitative method was used to achieve research objectives. The data collected from students enrolled in major private universities in the capital of Iran were analyzed to test the proposed model, both directly and indirectly, using structural equation modeling (SEM).FindingsThe findings confirmed all of the hypothesized relationships. Prominently, the core service construct (emotional environment, perceived faculty and course suitability) was found to be significantly affecting the university brand reputation. The study found evidence for the impact of university reputation on students' loyalty. Findings also indicated the presence of several indirect relationships among the considered dimensions.Research limitations/implicationsCurrent research offers implications for universities that are met with the perpetual challenge of survival in the competitive HE marketplace. Findings from the study not only help build theory on university brand loyalty but also make an essential contribution towards guiding managers in developing effective strategies by building reputation and loyalty by concentrating on the most crucial determinants.Originality/valueAlthough research in HE marketing is growing, the effects of university core services on building loyalty have not garnered attention, which is theoretically a vital construct. The paper presents a new framework to realize university brand loyalty with the help of integrated relationships among select dimensions in the setting of an emerging HE market.

Research on Curriculum Design of Data Mining in Different Majors

With the increasing attention paid to the application value of big data, data mining has become an important major course not only in big data, computer and information technology, but also in most majors in colleges and universities. This course involves the explanation of classic algorithms of data mining as well as the application of classical algorithms of data mining, so it usually has both theoretical and practical hours in the composition of teaching form. Because of the differences in the knowledge structure of students in different majors, there should be differences in the theoretical teaching and practical teaching design of data mining courses among different majors. The teaching content should be selected according to the characteristics and needs of students in different majors, and should also consider the development and trends of big data technology. In addition, in order to improve the teaching quality and effectiveness of data mining courses, it is also necessary to use modern teaching methods and technologies to support teaching, such as online teaching resources, flipped classroom teaching, etc. In short, it is necessary to carry out targeted teaching design for data mining courses in different majors to match the basic situation of students in different majors, ensure better teaching effect and play a better role in different fields of specialization.

Vietnam Association of Gastroenterology consensus for the diagnosis and treatment of functional dyspepsia.

Functional dyspepsia (FD) is a common disorder in clinical practice. It is necessary to rule out physical causes to diagnose this condition. However, the diagnosis is challenging particularly in resource-limited areas. The aim of this consensus is to update international and regional guidelines on the management of FD. The consensus panel included 32 experts from major Vietnamese universities and institutes. This consensus study was conducted using the Delphi method. The grade of recommendation and level of evidence were assessed using the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development, and Evalua-tion system. The consensus level was defined as ≥80% for agreement on the proposed statements. The expert panel approved 14 statements after two rounds of voting, which were related to two sections: (1) diagnostic tests for FD and (2) treatment of FD. This consensus is expected to help physicians in identifying and managing FD appropriately in daily clinical practice and to contribute FD data to Asian regions.