Level Of Guidance Research Articles

СОСТОЯНИЕ ПРОФОРИЕНТАЦИОННОЙ РАБОТЫ В "ИНЖЕНЕРНЫХ" ВУЗАХ

The article analyzes the state of career guidance work in universities that provide training in engineering specialties. A sample of 24 Russian universities was formed and then, based on the analysis of the websites of those universities, three groups of universities were formed: universities with poor, average and high levels of career guidance. It turned out that half of the universities have a poor and average level of career guidance in the sample, half of the universities have a high level of work with applicants and schoolchildren and carry out not only informing about the specialties of the university, but also form an interest in engineering. These universities, along with traditional methods of career guidance, develop and implement innovative forms of work with schoolchildren (quantoriums and houses of scientific collaboration). Universities with a high level of career guidance are transformed into educational agglomerates of continuing education (school – college – university). The paper explained the reasons for the lack of a large range of career guidance work in half of engineering universities. It is a lack of funding and a personnel issue. Ways of solving issues are proposed

Nutrition-Related Experiences of Women With Perinatal Depression During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study.

Women with perinatal depression are at a high risk for unhealthy dietary behaviors but whether the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has exacerbated this risk is unknown. Here we report the findings of a qualitative study exploring the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on nutrition-related experiences of women with perinatal depression. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, in-depth interviews were conducted with 18 women with a history of perinatal depression and 10 healthcare providers. A semistructured format elicited how food and nutrition-related behaviors of women with perinatal depression were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Thematic analysis identified 4 themes related to the COVID-19 pandemic: (1) Adaptations in shopping and cooking behaviors; (2) increases in stress and declines in respite; (3) declines in support and increases in isolation; and (4) low levels of breastfeeding guidance. Our findings confirm the importance of resilience among women with perinatal depression and future research is needed to elucidate the mechanisms connecting resilience and dietary behaviors.

Research on Teaching Evaluation of “Six-Dimensional Integration” by Integrating Course Ideology and Politics into Mixed Teaching—Taking “Project Evaluation” Series Course as an Example

The integration of curriculum ideology and politics into professional courses is the focus of promoting the reform of curriculum ideology and politics, which leads to the “six-dimensional integration” teaching evaluation research of curriculum ideology and politics into blended teaching. Taking the “Engineering Valuation” series of courses as an example, based on the design of course evaluation rules and reform effectiveness evaluation, a teaching centered six-dimensional evaluation is carried out from the levels of learning objectives, learning conditions, learning guidance, student activities, learning effectiveness, innovative characteristics, and overall evaluation. Based on course evaluation analysis and reform effectiveness evaluation, analyze the psychological formation mechanism of various obstacle factors affecting the performance of teaching reform, explore how to weaken the development level of each obstacle factor, block the psychological generation chain of each obstacle factor, and expand the curriculum re-optimization design. In order to better carry out the “six-dimensional integration” teaching evaluation research of blended teaching with curriculum ideology and politics.

A Study on the Influencing Factors of Globalization of Chinese Public Enterprises

This study is an empirical analysis of the major factors influencing the globalization level of Chinese public enterprises. Based on previous research, we conducted a regression analysis using the transnational index as a dependent variable and export tax refund, exchange rate, human resources, innovation ability, asset management ability, loan ability, corporate development stage, global deployment ability, etc. as independent variables. As a result of the empirical analysis of this study, it was found that export refund (E_tax) and exchange rate (E_rate) have a statistically significant effect on the external influencing factors of globalization. Human resource capabilities (Edu, O_hunan), innovation capability (R&D), and financing capability (Finance) were found to be important internal influencing factors for the globalization of public enterprises. The role of the government in establishing the strategy of SOEs should be maintained at the level of guidance and it should provide guidance so that the autonomy of SOEs is not restricted as the role of the government is separated from the government's compulsory management and supervisory functions, leading to excessively compulsory management.

The Students’ Perception toward Learning Platform of Quizizz in Learning Vocabularies at MAN 1 Malang

The education system in Indonesia has been impacted by the spread of Covid-19. Learning occurs not only in real objects but also in cyberspace, such as through internet intermediaries. This requires the adaptation and sustainability of the teaching-learning process at all levels of guidance. Online learning has been designated as a distance learning management system by the Indonesian government. The sample of this research was 89 sample of the eleventh-grade students of Madrasah Aliyah Negeri I of Kabupaten Malang while the samples is taken from three different classes, those are XI IPA, XI IPS and XI Agama. The quantitative method was used in this study. To collect the data, questionnaires was used as the primary tool. The questionnaires is analyzed and see how students perceive toward learning platform of quizizz in learning vocabularies at MAN 1 Kabupaten Malang. Closed-ended data analysis was utilized to determine the outcome of the students’ perspective and to verify the established data, and the last steps taking conclusion. The results showed statement No. 5 achieved the highest mean rank of 77,8 by getting the average value at which most participants agree that Doing test in Quizizz is fun and the instruction easy to understand. Statement No. 11, which indicates that most participants feel that taking an exam on Quizziz saves greater time than taking one on paper and pencil, had the second highest mean. With an average of 66,85, question number seven had the least mean value of all the questionnaire statements. There were several responses to this question, with the highest percentages being 56.2% agreeing, 5.6% strongly agreeing, and 38.2% disagreeing. It seems students can help to concentrate in class when using Quizizz but some might feel the opposite Future studies are expected to improve the suggestions that are expected to be better in this suggestion. Other applications, such as Kahoot, Zoom, Moodle, YouTube, and others, can also be used in online classes as media to facilitate the learning process and student discussions with teachers.

Optimisasi Dosis dan Kualitas Citra pada Pemeriksaan Thorak Anak di Rumah Sakit Mayapada

Chest radiography can be used as the first modality to evaluate Covid-19 patients. The dose received by pediatric patients on chest radiographic examination is of particular concern in managing the principle of optimizing protection. One way to assess the quality of an image is to use the signal differential-to-noise ratio (SdNR). The results of this study showed no correlation was found between changes in exposure factors and SdNR values. However, it offers a correlation between the Figure of Merit (FOM) and surface dose (ESD). The largest FOM value was found at an exposure factor of 55 kV with 8 mAs. The exposure factor does not exceed the established diagnostic guide level. Furthermore, it will be used as a guide for radiographers in carrying out chest examinations in pediatric patients. Keywords: Dose optimization, pediatric patients, Diagnostic Guidance Level, In-house Phantom.

Assessment of natural radioactivity in bottled mineral water from Brazil

The approach taken in the WHO Guidelines for controlling radiological hazards in public water supplies has two stages. The first is an initial screening for gross alpha and beta activity to determine whether the activity concentrations are below levels at which no further action is required; and if these screening levels are exceeded, investigation of the concentration of individual radionuclides and comparison with specific guidance levels. Mineral water is obtained directly from natural sources or by extracting groundwater, it is characterized by the quantity of mineral salts, trace elements and other constituents. The bottled water industry is present in the major regions of the world, and the population consumption has increased every year in Brazil and world, also increasing new mineral water mining sites, so it is necessary to constantly check the amount of radioactivity in mineral water. The aim of this study is to quantify the concentration of the natural radionuclides in the bottled mineral water consumed in São Paulo city. The bottled mineral water samples were purchased in a supermarket in São Paulo, with 23 different brands. The determination of gross alpha and beta activity concentration in bottled mineral water by Liquid Scintillation Counting measurement was performed using a 1220 Quantulus™ Ultra Low-Level Liquid Scintillation Spectrometer. The natural radionuclides (226Ra, 228Ra, 210Pb and 40K) were measured by gamma spectrometry, using an HPGe detector. The results obtained in this study can be used for a database on bottled mineral water radioactivity from Brazil.

Analysis of laser-generated plume concentration during in vivo laser hair reduction procedures in a tertiary referral laser dermatology unit.

Air particulate concentrations for a typical day of laser hair reduction procedures in a tertiary referral laser dermatology unit were measured, while all standard operating procedures were followed. Concentrations above the World Health Organisation PM2.5 Air Quality Guidance level were detected even following current guidance on room ventilation and local exhaust ventilation. This suggests that further analysis into this hazard is required to assess the use of current engineering and personal protective equipment controls for operators

The role of homosociality in maintaining men’s powerfulness in construction companies

Over the last few decades, research has largely focused on the processes and practices that act against women in male-dominated industries and the effect this has on their career progression. However, men’s careers are under analysed. This paper flips the gaze, applying a feminist institutionalist lens to examine the practices and rules that shape and enable men’s career progression. This is critical if we are to understand how men’s power in organizations is maintained and perpetuated, arguably at the expense of women’s careers. It draws on data from a rapid ethnographic study of the Australian construction industry, specifically of construction professionals working in two multinational Australian construction companies. The paper finds that men’s career progression routinely operates through homosociality, instrumentally and expressively, via a “sponsor-mobility” principle whereby selected individuals receive higher levels of guidance, access to opportunities and advocacy from their managers.

Effectiveness, feasibility, and acceptability of interactive digital interventions for the treatment of sexual difficulties: a systematic review

Sexual difficulties are common in the UK, but availability of treatment services is scarce. Interactive digital interventions (IDIs) have the potential to deliver tailored psychotherapies for the treatment of sexual difficulties. However, more evidence is needed to determine their effectiveness, feasibility, and acceptability, before widespread implementation. Systematic review across 5 databases, following Cochrane review methods. Meta-analysis of functional, cognitive, emotional, and behavioural outcomes associated with sexual experiences, taken from randomised-controlled trials (RCTs) only, were used to measure effectiveness of IDIs for sexual difficulties. Subgroup analysis was carried out, by gender and IDI level of guidance. A thematic analysis of qualitative and quantitative studies was performed to evaluate feasibility and acceptability. 9 RCTs were included in the meta-analysis and 10 studies in the thematic analysis. Guided IDIs improve functional (SMD 0.68; 95%CI 0.21-1.15), cognitive (SMD 0.62; 95%CI 0.17-1.07), and behavioural (SMD 0.35; 95%CI 0.11-0.59) outcomes for women with sexual difficulties. Little data on men meant no significant conclusions could be drawn. Although study attrition and intervention adherence need addressing, IDIs were found to be feasible and acceptable provided content is personalised and relevant to a diverse range of participants. Users appreciated interventions involving partners and valued therapist support. This review strengthens evidence that IDIs can be effective, feasible, and acceptable for people with sexual difficulties. Incorporation of partner involvement, therapist support, and personalisation when developing IDIs is recommended. IDIs offer an alternative to face-to-face treatments, which could help to reduce waiting-lists and increase availability of services for sexual difficulties. None

Effectiveness, feasibility, and acceptability of interactive digital interventions for the treatment of sexual difficulties: a systematic review

Sexual difficulties are common in the UK, but availability of treatment services is scarce. Interactive digital interventions (IDIs) have the potential to deliver tailored psychotherapies for the treatment of sexual difficulties. However, more evidence is needed to determine their effectiveness, feasibility, and acceptability, before widespread implementation. Systematic review across 5 databases, following Cochrane review methods. Meta-analysis of functional, cognitive, emotional, and behavioural outcomes associated with sexual experiences, taken from randomised-controlled trials (RCTs) only, were used to measure effectiveness of IDIs for sexual difficulties. Subgroup analysis was carried out, by gender and IDI level of guidance. A thematic analysis of qualitative and quantitative studies was performed to evaluate feasibility and acceptability. 9 RCTs were included in the meta-analysis and 10 studies in the thematic analysis. Guided IDIs improve functional (SMD 0.68; 95%CI 0.21-1.15), cognitive (SMD 0.62; 95%CI 0.17-1.07), and behavioural (SMD 0.35; 95%CI 0.11-0.59) outcomes for women with sexual difficulties. Little data on men meant no significant conclusions could be drawn. Although study attrition and intervention adherence need addressing, IDIs were found to be feasible and acceptable provided content is personalised and relevant to a diverse range of participants. Users appreciated interventions involving partners and valued therapist support. This review strengthens evidence that IDIs can be effective, feasible, and acceptable for people with sexual difficulties. Incorporation of partner involvement, therapist support, and personalisation when developing IDIs is recommended. IDIs offer an alternative to face-to-face treatments, which could help to reduce waiting-lists and increase availability of services for sexual difficulties. None

Sudden gains in therapist-guided versus self-guided online treatments for anxiety or depression.

Sudden gains are large, rapid, and sustained symptom improvements, and are associated with improved treatment outcomes across a range of mental health problems. Current theories suggest that therapists are required for sudden gains to be sustained, and to result in improved treatment outcomes. We compared the prevalence and consequences of sudden gains in therapist-guided versus self-guided internet-delivered treatments for anxiety and depression. Samples from four previous randomized controlled trials were analyzed: generalized anxiety disorder (n = 259), panic disorder (n = 109), social anxiety disorder (n = 175), and major depressive disorder (n = 209). The prevalence, timing, and reversal rates of sudden gains were compared across therapist-guided and self-guided groups. Generalized estimating equations were used to examine the impact of guidance level and sudden gain status on posttreatment outcomes. Sudden gains were similarly prevalent in therapist-guided and self-guided treatments. In all four diagnostic samples, sudden gains most frequently occurred between Weeks 2 and 3 of treatment, and the rate of reversals did not differ based on the presence of guidance. The association between sudden gains and treatment outcome varied by disorder, such that sudden gains were associated with improved outcomes (irrespective of guidance condition) for participants with social anxiety disorder and major depression, but not generalized anxiety disorder or panic disorder. Sudden gains can occur, and are maintained, during internet-delivered psychotherapy even in the absence of therapist guidance. Furthermore, sudden gains may be associated with different patterns of symptom improvement depending on diagnostic presentation. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2022 APA, all rights reserved).

Environmental Impact Modeling for a Small-Scale Field Test of Methane Removal by Iron Salt Aerosols

Various authors have highlighted the possible removal of methane from the atmosphere via oxidation by broad releases of iron salt aerosols in order to serve climate protection goals. This technique is known as enhanced atmospheric methane oxidation (EAMO). This study proposes and employs a modeling approach for the potential environmental impacts associated with a hypothetical small-scale field test of EAMO consisting of seeding cargo-ship exhaust plumes with iron salt aerosols. Using a sample region in the Southern Caribbean Sea as a hypothetical testing site, it provides assessments of potential impacts to air quality, human health, and the marine environment. The modeling focuses on the incremental difference between conducting the hypothetical field test and a no-action scenario. The model results are compared to ambient air standards and pertinent screening thresholds, including those associated with pertinent health risk metrics. The overall loading to the marine environment is contrasted against background rates of iron deposition to the marine surface. No significant impacts were identified in this assessment. The hypothetical atmospheric emissions of both FeCl3 and HCl that the ship’s crew may be exposed to remained below governmental guidance levels. The potential deposition of FeCl3 to the marine environment was found to be very minor in relation to the natural contributions experienced within the Southern Caribbean. Similarly, HCl deposition was assessed for potential impacts to the marine environment but was found to have no significant impact.

日本沿岸産イシガキダイのシガトキシン分析

Ciguatera fish poisoning (CFP) is recognized as the most frequent seafood poisoning due to the consumption of fish containing the principal toxins, ciguatoxins (CTXs). In Japan, CFP events have been reported annually from Okinawa and Amami Islands, locating subtropical regions. In addition, there have been reported several outbreaks due to consumption of the fish caught from the Pacific coast of the Mainland and they were often caused by the matured spotted knifejaw, Oplegnathus punctatus. As part of our research on CFP in Japan, we investigated CTXs analysis by LC-MS/MS on 176 individuals of O. punctatus (weight: 100-6,350 g, standard length: 13-60 cm) from the coast of the Mainland (Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu), Amami, Okinawa, and Ogasawara (Bonin) Islands. CTXs were detected from only two specimens collected from Okinawa. Total CTXs levels of the two specimens were at 0.014 and 0.040 μg/kg, respectively, exceeding FDA guidance level at 0.01 μg CTX1B equivalent/kg. However, they might be little risk of CFP because consuming over 1.5 kg of flesh is needed to develop intoxication. The toxins consisted of CTX1B analogs including CTX1B, 52-epi-54-deoxyCTX1B, CTX4A, and CTX4B, and no CTX3C analogs, supporting the finding that ciguatoxic fishes in Okinawan Waters containing only CTX1B analogs.

Suggested Local Diagnostic Reference Levels for Possible Pediatric X-Ray Optimization in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Early childhood radiation exposure carries an enhanced radiation risk of about two to three times as high as in adults. The objective of this study was to determine local diagnostic reference levels for the most frequent pediatric x-ray examinations in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 18 public and private hospitals/clinics in Addis Ababa. A total of 864 pediatric patients, undergoing eight types of routine x-ray examinations with 13 projections were evaluated from December 18/2017 to March 17 /2018. All pediatrics were categorized under four age groups. Anthropometric and radiographic parameters of each patient were recorded .The minimum, maximum, mean and third quartile values of entrance surface dose were analyzed using SPSS version 23. Finally, the suggested local diagnostic reference levels were compared with national and international reference dose values. Of the 864 pediatric patients, chest (AP/PA), lower and upper extremity (AP/PA) accounted for 501(58%), 110 (13%) and 103 (12%) respectively, accounting to 714(83%) of the total pediatric x-ray examinations. The suggested local diagnostic reference levels of chest X-ray (AP/PA) examinations in mGy were: (0.09,0.13,0.17,0.17) for age group (0-<1,1-<5 ,5-<10, and 10-<15), respectively. Similarly, for same age group (0-<1,1-<5 ,5-<10, and 10-<15) the suggested local diagnostic reference levels of lower and upper extremities in mGy were: (0.06,0.08,0.09,0.09) and (0.04,0.05,0.05,0.06), respectively. The suggested local diagnostic reference levels were slightly higher than the national and international guidance levels, indicating the need for establishment of diagnostic reference levels in the country.

Efficacy of career guidance and counselling among secondary schools in Uganda

Background: In Uganda, students face difficulty during career transition between different levels of education and employment despite government policies about implementation of career guidance and counselling services. Little has been documented about students’ levels of awareness, utilisation and extent of implementation of career guidance and counselling services within secondary schools in Uganda.Objective: This study aims at documenting students’ level of awareness and utilisation career guidance and counselling services, and how these services were being implemented in secondary schools in Uganda.Method: Cross-sectional survey was conducted using mixed methods in secondary schools in South Western Uganda. A total of 161 students in final year of secondary education (senior six) and 35 teachers across four schools met inclusion criteria and consented to participate in the study. Standardised questionnaires as primary tools of data collection were used. Quantitative data were analysed using SPSS (Version 23) and content analysis for qualitative data.Results: Majority of students (98.8%) revealed high awareness about existence of career guidance and counselling services, while 87.0% reported utilising the services. Implementation of career guidance and counselling in schools was demonstrated by type of programmes, information sources, models, timing and information structure by class level. However, challenges to implementation were sited, namely student, teachers, administrators, parents and policy factors.Conclusion and recommendation: Career guidance and counselling services were available and used in secondary schools. However, implementation was affected by functional and structural challenges that affected the quality of career counselling information and required alignment to national development goals.Contribution: The efficacy of career guidance and counselling in secondary schools in Uganda was documented in this article.

EFFECTS OF PARENTAL GUIDANCE ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF SECONDARY STUDENTS IN DUMURIA UPAZILA OF KHULNA DISTRICT, BANGLADESH

Increasing parental guidance in children’s education has become an important issue in national education initiatives. As parental guidance is an important predictor of children’s academic success, the study aimed to explain the effect of parental guidance on students’ academic achievement at secondary level of education in Dumuria Upazila under Khulna district of Bangladesh. The study was carried out following survey research design. Data were collected from 214 randomly selected students of class nine from four secondary schools of the study area. Findings revealed that the mean Grade Point Average of the students was 3.98 and the variations in academic achievement among the students were statistically significant with reference to the type of educational institution, area of study and study time. On the other hand, more than half of the respondents mentioned that their parental overall guidance level as well as parental motivation, support and involvement level was moderate but parental monitoring and supervision level was low in the study area. Results of correlation and regression analyses revealed that parental guidance was positively and significantly correlated with students’ academic achievement. The study recommends that parents should increase their guidance level so that their children can perform better in school and succeed in life.

When do Governments ‘Go Dark'? Evidence on Governments’ Disclosure Choices in Periods of Uncertainty

ABSTRACT We examine the effect of uncertainty shocks on the level of fiscal guidance – the guidance issued by governments on the expected evolution of the fiscal and economic outlook. Because uncertainty makes governments’ expectations less precise but potentially more valuable to users, we hypothesize that a disclosure dilemma leads governments to balance a higher demand for guidance with a higher probability of issuing inaccurate forecasts. Using natural disasters to randomize uncertainty shocks in our sample, we find that on average, governments issue less guidance in periods of uncertainty. The effect is driven by a reduction in the number of forecasts on the future evolution of balance sheet items, but only when governments have low refinancing needs and face a relatively quiet bond market. Instead, governments that maintain a stable level of guidance in periods of uncertainty appear to cater to coercive isomorphic pressures stemming from creditors. We further document that the relative ‘transparency’ of governments in periods of uncertainty is negatively related to indicators of fiscal reporting quality. Collectively, the evidence indicates that in the public sector, uncertainty leads to a trade-off between disclosure quantity and quality.

Staged Transition Process from Driving to Bicycling Based on the Effects of Latent Variables

With the worsening of urban traffic congestion and environmental pollution, cities around the world have become conscious of the importance of the bicycle. The key to promoting the transition from driving to bicycling for short-distance travel is to understand the transition process and the effect of latent variables. This paper divides the transition from driving to bicycling into five stages according to the transtheoretical model of behavior change and analyzes the staged transition process in terms of influences from latent variables. First, based on survey data from ten communities in Beijing, China, a multiple-indicator and multiple-cause (MIMIC) model of transition intention was developed, and then the influential relationships were analyzed between latent variables such as riding attitude and the causal relationships between latent variables and exogenous variables such as infrastructure characteristics. Subsequently, four transition behavior hybrid-choice models for different stages were developed to describe the phased transition process. Finally, the key influencing factors in different stages were identified. The findings reveal the mechanism of the transition from driving to bicycling, which can support policy makers’ decisions at the level of bicycle travel promotion, guidance and facility planning.

The Implementation Path of Network Ideological and Political Education in the Era of Big Data

With the continuous improvement of the level of information construction, data resources are showing exponential growth, leading us into the era of big data. It provides a platform for ideological education and moral character education for college students on the Internet. Network ideological and political education in the era of big data faces problems such as weak data awareness in schools, lack of data literacy, and lack of unified and effective management of data. It is recommended to use data mining technology to improve the aspects of integrating student behavior data information on each platform, monitoring student behavior data, visualizing student behavior data, and building a big data analysis and early warning management platform for student network behavior, timely monitoring and solving problems, grasping the development trend of network ideological and political education problems in real-time, and improving the level of public opinion guidance.