Department Faculty Research Articles

Hispanic Faculty Trends in U.S. Medical Schools: A 50-Year Perspective

The U.S. Hispanic population has grown substantially over the past 50 years, and simultaneously, the number of U.S. medical schools and medical school faculty has increased. This study examines the trends for Hispanic faculty in clinical and basic science departments at U.S. medical schools. Method This retrospective, cross-sectional observational study analyzed data from the Association of American Medical Colleges Faculty Roster for faculty at all LCME-accredited medical schools from 1973 to 2022. Proportions of faculty were compared according to department, sex, rank, and Hispanic status using a 2-independent-sample t-test and simple linear regressions. Results The percentage of Hispanic medical school faculty increased from 1.7% in 1973 to 5.4% in 2022, with similar rates of increase in basic science and clinical departments. In 2022, departments with the highest representation of Hispanic faculty included family medicine and obstetrics and gynecology. The departments with the lowest representation of Hispanic faculty were orthopedic surgery and otolaryngology. In 2022, only 1.5% and 3.1% of all full professors were Hispanic females and males, respectively. Conclusion There was a minimal increase in the percentage of Hispanic faculty in medical schools over the last 50 years, and the rank was disproportionally higher at the Assistant Professor level, particularly for females. The combination of a rapid increase in the U.S. Hispanic population and a slow increase in Hispanic faculty has resulted in Hispanic medical school faculty being more underrepresented in academic medicine in 2022 than in 1973.

Exploring the Impact of Mentoring on Faculty Engagement and Retention Among Behavioral Health Faculty in Departments of Psychiatry and Neurology

Exploring the Impact of Mentoring on Faculty Engagement and Retention Among Behavioral Health Faculty in Departments of Psychiatry and Neurology

The effectiveness of a proposed unit in Radiation Physics for developing literacy of radioactive pollution risks among students of the physics Department Faculty of Education، Upper Nile University and Juba University - Republic of South Sudan

The effectiveness of a proposed unit in Radiation Physics for developing literacy of radioactive pollution risks among students of the physics Department Faculty of Education، Upper Nile University and Juba University - Republic of South Sudan

A Systematic Comparison of Students Attitudes Toward Practical Work in Chemistry Department Faculty of Education, Zawia -University of Zawia

This comparative study aims to compare the attitude toward lab work. It includes two student groups in Chemistry Department, Faculty of Education - Zawia, University of Zawia- Libya. The study includes first four semesters (FFS) students, and last four semesters (LFS) students. Their attitudes were assessed via a Google Forms online questionnaires, where sent to each group separately. The number of responses sent to the researcher was 61 for FFS and 52 for LFS. The study was carried out in the fall and spring semesters of the academic year 2023-2024. A qualitative research approach was adopted. There was a substantial difference in the percentage of questionnaire responses between the FFS group and the LFS group. This outcome supports the positive attitude toward working in chemical laboratories and highlights the benefits, which include helping students develop as professionals and gain confidence. These changes take place over the lab courses, reaching their highest point during the graduation semester when a qualified teacher produced, who after that imparts information to their students

Gender and personalized profile information influence online ratings of Canadian academic ophthalmologists

ObjectiveTo determine the characteristics associated with higher online ratings of academic ophthalmologists in Canada. DesignRetrospective cross-sectional study. MethodsAll ophthalmologists affiliated with Canadian ophthalmology departments were queried in March 2023 using WebMDs. Online ratings and physician profile details were extracted and descriptively analyzed using nonparametric tests with significance at p < 0.05. Subgroup analysis was conducted using ≥ 4-star rated profiles. ResultsEight hundred and ninety-nine department faculty from 15 institutions were considered, and 660 ophthalmologists with active, rated profiles were included. A total of 27,823 online ratings with a median of 4.14 stars (out of 5) were observed. Most profiles were of men (74.1%). Women received lower overall ratings compared to men (median = 4.08 vs. 4.20; p = 0.021), and lower number of reviews (median = 23 vs. 34; p < 0.001). Most profiles included office addresses (87.9%), private practice affiliation (79.8%), and contact information (51.1%). There was a positive correlations between higher ratings and profiles that included biographies (rho = 0.13; p = 0.001), languages spoken (rho = 0.15; p < 0.001), educational background (rho = 0.13; p < 0.001), areas of expertise (rho = 0.10; p = 0.010), awards (rho = 0.12; p = 0.002), and among physicians indicating they accept new patients (rho = 0.15; p < 0.001) and accommodate virtual visits (rho = 0.09; p = 0.020). ConclusionsCanadian ophthalmologists having certain personal information on their online profiles tended to have higher ratings, despite weak associations, possibly due to wider public outreach. Women had fewer and lower overall ratings compared to men. Further research about online ratings’ influence on physician selection and physician career satisfaction is needed.

Postgraduate’s Dermatology E-logbook – Perceptions of Faculty and Residents: A Survey

Background: Medical postgraduation is a learning/training period during which residents will be assessed based on their academic performances. Various tools are available to assess postgraduate’s academic work, one important tool being a logbook. Dermatology is a visual specialty, and there are advances in information technology and teledermatology. E-logbook assumes its significance in dermatology. Recently, E-logbook is used in various specialties in other countries. E-logbook has not been used in India in dermatology or other specialties. In India, E-logbook has remained only as a concept in medical education. Aims: A survey was performed to obtain the views/perceptions/suggestions of students and faculty for E-logbook in dermatology. Methods: We used a questionnaire for students and faculty of the dermatology department at a tertiary care hospital. The questionnaire which is based on the fundamentals that form the triad of E-logbook includes (a) principles, (b) benefits for students, and (c) faculty. The survey had 26 questions to be answered by faculty and the first 17 to be answered by students. Both students and faculty were asked to provide their reasons with respect to their views. Statistical analysis was performed. Results: Majority of the respondents agreed with P (0.001) for principles, benefits for students, and faculty. Limitations: The study was confined to students and faculty of a single dermatology department. Conclusions: Faculty and students favor E-dermatology logbook. Interesting cases and dermatosurgery/esthetic procedures can be stored, and faculty can assess and monitor the skills of postgraduates. We strongly recommend E-dermatology logbook app.

Validity of IntegratedE-Modules Contextual Teaching and Learning Approaches SubjectMatterElasticity to ImproveCritical Thinking Abilityof Students Senior High School

Students need to develop their critical thinking skills, which include the 4Cs of the 21st century: creativity, collaboration, communication, and critical thinking. These 4Cs are qualities that are essential for success in the modern world. So it's important to acquire knowledge that can sharpen critical thinking abilities. In three high schools in Sungai Punuh City, the pupils' critical thinking abilities were not as good as anticipated. The first research revealed that the lack of connections between the teaching materials and the usage of physics in daily life was the root of the students' poor critical thinking skills. 77% of students said that the professors' teaching resources did not incorporate real-world applications of physics. Textbooks predominate in the instructional resorces utilized, however they do not promote critical thinking or self-learning. Therefore, in order to develop students' critical thinking abilities, autonomous learning tools are required that meet their demands. In order to enhance critical thinking abilities, research was done on the construction of integrated e-modules using the CTL technique on material elasticity. The findings of expert validity tests are especially communicated in this study. Three experts from the Faculty of mathematics and natural sciences UNP Physics Department conducted the validity test, which had an average validity score of 85.7% in the extremely valid category. According to the validity test results, the e-module is combined with the CTL method to resources elasticity to improve critical thinking abilities that are prepared to be evaluated for applicability and efficacy in the actual world.

CORRELATION OF T-CELL LYMPHOMA SUBTYPES WITH ANEMIA AT DR MOHAMMAD HOESIN HOSPITAL PALEMBANG 2018-2022

Lymphoma is divided into Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) and non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). Among NHL T-cell lymphoma is a rare malignancy of T cells, accounts for 12% of all NHL cases, it is further classified into 53 subtypes by WHO. T-cell lymphoma generally have worse prognosis than those B cells. In 2020 there were 16.125 new cases in Indonesia with 9.024 deaths for all ages and genders. Anemia occurs in some cases of lymphoma, which will make the prognosis of lymphoma worse. This study aims to determine the relationship between T-cell lymphoma subtype and anemia. This observational analytic study utilized a cross-sectional design conducted at the Department of Anatomic Pathology Faculty of Medicine Sriwiaya University/Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Palembang Hospital (RSMH) and the central laboratory of RSMH. The samples from this study were all patients who were diagnosed histopathologically and immunohistochemically as T cell lymphoma at RSMH Palembang from 2018 to 2022. Among 38 samples, T-cell lymphoma predominated in the age group &lt;55 years (73,7%), male gender (73,7%), extranodal location (73,7%), and ENKTCL, nasal subtype (55,3%). Anemia occurred in 60,5% cases and most often it is mild anemia (60,9%). There was no significant correlation between T-cell lymphoma subtype and anemia status (*p = 0.178) and T-cell lymphoma subtype and anemia degree (*p = 0.342). It can be concluded that there is no significant correlation between the T-cell lymphoma subtype and anemia.

Administrative Views on Pedagogical Tolerance in Higher Education

For individuals to live together in society, they must comply with essential elements such as tolerance, respect and solidarity. Tolerance is respecting and understanding individuals’ ideas, feelings, and behaviors. For this reason, tolerance also plays a vital role for administrators in higher education. Pedagogical tolerance is the ability to accept and appreciate experiences, cultures and different perspectives in education, which is necessary to create inclusive, supportive learning environments. There are various studies on pedagogical tolerance. This study investigates the critical qualities required for sustainable and effective university leadership based on the responses of 26 participants from a university in Astana, Kazakhstan, to open-ended questions about pedagogical tolerance. The participants work in the positions of faculty deans, faculty department heads, and department administrative managers. The research was conducted using a qualitative research design. The answers to the open-ended questions asked of the participants were determined through content analysis. The research findings show that effective communication, cultural behavior, and emotional intelligence are essential for deans, as well as intelligence, respect, and responsibility for department heads. Strategic thinking, honesty, and technological literacy are emphasized for departmental administrators. Participants emphasize that having open-mindedness, empathy, and patience are essential in providing fair and quality education. Pedagogical tolerance is considered very important for ensuring sustainable education. In this context, it is recommended that seminars and training programs be organized for deans, faculty department heads and department managers. These trainings will enable them to understand better and apply pedagogical tolerance. These initiatives will provide comprehensive development opportunities for educational leaders in Kazakhstan and enable them to become competent in creating inclusive, respectful and supportive learning environments.

Explaining heterogeneity in student diversity across economics departments

While the field of economics lacks diversity, there is little consensus on the underlying causes of or most effective solutions to this problem. The authors of this article combine data from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) with data from their own survey of U.S. economics departments to identify institution and department characteristics associated with observed variation in gender and racial diversity of undergraduate students across departments. They focus their attention on student support, role modeling, course content, and the use of active learning pedagogy. While they find no significant associations between course content or student support with student diversity, they find that gender diversity in departmental faculty is a strong predictor and that active learning is positively associated with gender diversity.

INVESTIGATE THE ROLE OF TEACHER-STUDENT INTERACTION IN FOSTERING CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS AT SMP ISLAM AR-RAAFI’

Salma, 2024 “Investigate the Role of Teacher-Student Interaction in Fostering Critical Thinking Skills at Smp Islam Ar-Raafi’”. A thesis of English Education Department Faculty of Teacher Training and Education Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar. (Supervised by Ika Sastrawati and Hijrah). The study aims to find out whether the interaction between teachers and students can stimulate the student's critical thinking. This study examines the interaction between teachers and students. The subjects of the study were one English teacher and five students of SMP Islam Ar-Raafi’ Makassar who were selected using purposive sampling techniques. This method of research is qualitative research with phenomena experienced by the subject of research, for example interactions, learning materials, etc. This research data is collected through observation and interviews. Data analysis techniques use data reduction, data display, and conclusion/verification. This research is expected to benefit teachers and students in interacting in the classroom. In this case, teachers are asked to build interaction with students by increasing communication to students. With the interaction between teachers and students, students can exchange views, express opinions, analyze, and evaluate the materials studied, which of course can encourage the critical thinking of students. It can be concluded that the role of interaction among teacher and students is very important in fostering the student's ctirical thinking skills.

PULSE Ambassadors program: empowering departments to transform STEM education for inclusion and student success.

The Partnership for Undergraduate Life Sciences Education (PULSE) is a non-profit educational organization committed to promoting the transformation of undergraduate STEM education by supporting departments in removing barriers to access, equity, and inclusion and in adopting evidence-based teaching and learning practices. The PULSE Ambassadors Campus Workshop program enables faculty and staff members of host departments to 1) develop communication, shared leadership, and inclusion skills for effective team learning; 2) implement facilitative leadership skills (e.g., empathic listening and collaboration); 3) create a shared vision and departmental action plan; and 4) integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion practices in the department and curriculum. From the first workshop in 2014, teams of trained Ambassadors conducted workshops at 58 institutions, including associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral institutions. In their workshop requests, departments cited several motivations: desire to revise and align their curriculum with Vision and Change recommendations, need for assistance with ongoing curricular reform, and wish for external assistance with planning processes and communication. Formative assessments during and immediately following workshops indicated that key outcomes were met. Post-workshop interviews of four departments confirm progress achieved on action items and development of individual department members as agents of change. The PULSE Ambassadors program continues to engage departments to improve undergraduate STEM education and prepare departments for the challenges and uncertainties of the changing higher education landscape.

Analysis and Classification Of Wireless LAN Network Service Quality Using The Naive Bayes Algorithm In The Department Of Informatics and Computer Engineering, Faculty Of Engineering, State University Of Makassar

This study aims to determine the Quality of Service outcomes and the classification results of the Naive Bayes Algorithm on the Wireless LAN network quality in the Department of Informatics Engineering and Computer Faculty of Engineering at Makassar State University. This study uses the Action Research method with a quantitative approach. It conducts 54 tests using Wireshark in two different sessions to be compared for each time conducted during the research. The results of the research indicate that the status of the Wireless LAN network in the Department of Informatics Engineering and Computer Faculty of Engineering at Makassar State University falls into the "Good" category with the highest value of 59.26% , with an algorithm accuracy of 65.43%. Both testing sessions, morning session from 08:30 to 09:00 and afternoon session from 13:30 to 14:00, are categorized as "Good" according to the TIPHON standardization category as well as based on the Naive Bayes Algorithm classification results. Based on the research findings, it is recommended that the measurement of network service quality can utilize software other than Wireshark and increase the amount of test data to improve the accuracy of the Naive Bayes algorithm.

Trends in Individual Career Development Awards from National Institutes of Health to Physicians in Departments of Psychiatry (2013-2022).

The authors examined trends of individual career development awards from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to psychiatry faculty, especially physicians, in comparison to other departments. Data were obtained on 33,392 career development awards from 2013 to 2022. We examined the number of awards each year averaged for 46 non-psychiatry departments, and for departments of psychiatry, the number of awards to all faculty, physicians, and physicians without a PhD. Linear regressions determined whether number of career development awards increased with time and if estimated slopes differed between faculty in non-psychiatry departments and other groups. In departments of psychiatry, 534 faculty received an NIH individual career development award during the 10-year period (534/33,392 or 1.6%), with 118 (22%) to physicians. The number of awards increased significantly over time for other departments and departments of psychiatry (estimated slopes of 3.05 and 2.38, respectively) and did not differ from one another. However, the number of awards to physicians and physicians without a PhD in departments of psychiatry (estimated slopes of 0.51 and - 0.07, respectively) have not increased. This lack of growth in awards for physicians and physicians without a PhD in departments of psychiatry differed significantly in comparison with the increase shown in awards to other departments over time (both p < 0.001). The number of NIH career development awards has increased NIH-wide, and for non-physician faculty but not for physicians in departments of psychiatry. These trends raise concerns for the future of psychiatrists in academic research.

Best-Practice Strategies for Faculty Evaluations: A Focus on Pharmacy Departments or Divisions with Both Tenure and Nontenure-Track Faculty Members

There are unique challenges associated with the evaluation of faculty in pharmacy departments or divisions that have a mix of nontenure-track and tenure-track faculty members. Such evaluations are intended to provide feedback on performance and personal growth but have the potential to demotivate faculty and add to existing stress if improperly performed. The purpose of this commentary is to suggest best practices for department chairs involved in performing evaluations of faculty in pharmacy departments or divisions that have a mix of nontenure-track and tenure-track faculty members. The paper is intended to help ensure these evaluations not only capture the quality and quantity of each faculty member’s full range of activities and responsibilities but also are conducted in a supportive and constructive fashion. This commentary is targeted at new department chairs, new faculty members unfamiliar with academic evaluation processes, and departments contemplating changes in their existing evaluation procedures.

Point-of-Care Ultrasound Track in an Academic Family Medicine Department.

Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is increasingly being employed in family medicine. Residency tracks can be an effective way to increase mastery in a specific subdiscipline for interested residents, but no studies exist on the implementation of a POCUS track in family medicine. We address this gap in the literature by assessing POCUS use by POCUS track residents compared to non-POCUS track residents and faculty in an academic family medicine department. We performed a retrospective review of all POCUS scans completed in the first year after implementation of a family medicine residency POCUS track. Scans were analyzed by two reviewers. We compared scan volume and type between POCUS track residents, non-POCUS track residents, and faculty. A blinded quality analysis was performed on each group of scans. A total of 572 scans were completed on 536 patients over 1 year. POCUS track residents scanned significantly more than non-POCUS track residents (mean difference of 72.2, CI 59.1 to 85.4; P<.0001). The most common scan types across groups were musculoskeletal and soft tissue. POCUS track residents showed statistically improved scan quality in all scan types, while non-POCUS track residents showed statistical improvement only in soft tissue, shoulder, and abdominal aortic aneurysm scans. This is the first longitudinal study of a novel academic family medicine residency POCUS track. Participation in a POCUS track can increase the number, variety, and quality of scans performed. Our curriculum can be a model for family medicine residency programs that wish to provide robust POCUS training.

Effect of a short compulsory course on teachers’ active learning practices

ABSTRACT We investigated the impact that teachers’ participation in a short compulsory course on active learning had on their teaching practice. The course was offered at all departments of a STEM faculty with a total of 516 participants. Evaluations showed that teachers especially appreciated collegial discussions and examples of teaching practices in the course. In a survey, 64% indicated the course had led them to implement active teaching. Comparing large-scale pre-course and post-course student surveys with up to 2389 individual responses revealed a significant increase in the number of courses with active learning. The course as a change strategy contains aspects of both middle-out and top-down approaches and organising the course at departments, enables movement from individual to structural level.

Designing and Delivering an Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Degree in Quantitative Biology

ABSTRACT With the arrival of new technologies, the biological sciences have become significantly more quantitative over the past 30 years. These new approaches have drawn in researchers from a broad range of disciplines; for example, trained physicists are now commonplace among biology department faculty. Yet, education in the biological sciences often does not reflect this large shift. Here, we outline a new program developed and taught at the University of Warwick to tackle the challenge of bringing quantitative, interdisciplinary education to the biosciences. We provide an overview of the course and the rationale for its structure. We then discuss lessons learned to aid others planning to implement interdisciplinary undergraduate courses based on teaching from research.

Project-based Learning Model for Freestyle Swimming Education at the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Megarezky

This study aimed to develop a project-based learning (PBL) model for freestyle swimming in the Physical Education Department of Megarezky University's Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, which was developed through a series of stages, including analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. In this study, 30 students and 5 lecturers were selected as samples using purposive sampling techniques. Data were collected through surveys, interviews, and observations, and analyzed using descriptive analysis and content analysis. The results show that the PBL model can enhance students' skills and abilities in freestyle swimming, improve their learning outcomes, and promote active and independent learning. Additionally, the model can assist lecturers in teaching more effectively and improving the quality of freestyle swimming education. In conclusion, the PBL model for freestyle swimming can be an alternative to improve student's learning outcomes in freestyle swimming education, with significant advantages, such as enhancing students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills and improving the quality of freestyle swimming education. The research findings indicate that the PBL model has high validity, practicality, and effectiveness in improving students' learning outcomes in freestyle swimming. Therefore, efforts should be made to optimize the use of this model in freestyle swimming education and conduct further research to develop the model further and apply it to various contexts.

Knowledge and opinions on natural disasters and disaster education of pre-service teachers who survived the 6 February earthquake in Turkey

Human-related events that occur in an unexpected time and affect people’s lives adversely are defined as natural disasters. Today, when we live in the age of technology, several regions are faced with natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods and hurricanes. Not different from various countries in the world, Turkey faces such natural disasters frequently. Especially the earthquake disaster of February 6, 2023, which affected a very broad area, caused many people to suffer. After the earthquake, several problems such as unemployment, need for education and shelter, and psychological traumas, especially among children, emerged. Although preventing natural disasters is not possible, it is a well-known fact that damages can be minimized through disaster education given in schools from an early age. It is of vital importance that Turkey, which is located in an earthquake zone, attaches more importance to disaster education and that students are educated on this subject from an early age, as in countries such as Japan, in order to reduce the disaster damages. Some action has been taken in this area in Turkey especially after the 1999 Marmara earthquake, but the recent major earthquake disaster has shown that more attention should be paid to disaster education. This study was carried out to determine the knowledge and opinions on disaster and disaster education of pre-service teachers who survided the earthquake in Turkey on February 6, 2023. The study group consisted of students studying in different departments of education faculties of universities. The structured interview form developed by the researchers was used as a data collection tool.