Home School Research Articles

The Satisfaction of the Students on Home-Based Distance Learning in the Philippines

Distance education has quickly been integrated into the education system anywhere, and the pandemic has intensified the need for it. The Philippines is just one of the countries that grappled with the effects of the unseen enemy; therefore, leaning mainly to home-based learning just cope to the need for learning and continuity. This study aimed to elicit the satisfaction level of Filipino college students both enrolled in private and public higher education in the country. To proceed with the study, the researchers adapted an 18-item questionnaire to find out the satisfaction level of the students in the home-based learning modality implemented in the entire country during the school year 2022 – 2023. Using the satisfaction scale adapted from Nabayra and Tambong (2023), results showed that Filipino students had an overall slight satisfaction with the implemented home-based learning modality. Moreover, the demographics, namely gender, year level, type of institution, and type of home-based learning modality, are not directly associated with students' level of satisfaction, which can only contribute less than 1% of the variance to their satisfaction.

Латынь и церковнославянский как языки «ученого духовенства»: к истории духовного образования в XVIII веке

In the XVIII century, the clergy went through the most important processes related to the formation of the estate; the creation of a system of spiritual education plays an important role in this process. We will look at how the idea of literacy and scholarship as mandatory components of self-image was formed among the clergy, and how the languages included in these ideas have changed over the century. Having analyzed "literacy" and "scholarship" as elements of state regulation of the number of clergy, we will consider the concepts of literacy focused on the Church Slavonic language and literature, and their transformation after the spread of regular seminary "Latin" education. The material of archival documents allows you to see the assessment of the literacy of children of the clergy at admission to the seminary, as well as to understand exactly what skills were included in this assessment. Next, we reconstruct the semantic shift that has been taking place in the attitude of the clergy to seminary education over the course of a century: what kind of learning outcomes did the parents of seminarians expect when sending their children to educational institutions, and how these formulations have changed over the century. The system of spiritual education turns out to be built in such a way as to have priority over home schooling, and Latin is in the focus of attention as the main "filter" that allows separating the "learned" clergy from the "unlearned", i.e. "illiterate. But with the spread of seminary education, the status of "scholarship" begins to be associated no longer with the Latin language, but with less common languages: European (French and German) and "theological" (Greek and Hebrew).

Pengembangan Modul Pelatihan Bagi Orang Tua Dalam Pendampingan Belajar Siswa Dari Rumah Pascapandemi Covid-19

This study aims to describe the role of parents in accompanying students during and after the COVID-19 pandemic at SMP Negeri 13 Ambon and SMP Negeri 20 Ambon. It explores the challenges, disadvantages, and strengths of parental involvement in home-based learning during and after the pandemic, and presents a training module for parents to assist students learning post-pandemic. This research employs a research and development (RnD) approach with a qualitative descriptive method, focusing on product creation. Data were collected through document studies, observations, and in-depth interviews, and validated using source and technique triangulation. Data analysis followed the Miles and Huberman Model. The findings are: During the COVID-19 pandemic, parents at SMP Negeri 13 Ambon and SMP Negeri 20 Ambon provided some assistance for home-based learning, but it was not fully effective due to varying conditions and parents' limited understanding of the online learning process, compounded by some parents' technological illiteracy. Post-pandemic, parental assistance returned to normal, with some parents struggling to motivate their children, who preferred in-person learning and social interactions at school. The primary obstacles faced by parents included poor internet connectivity, high data costs, and frequent power outages, while the strengths included increased attention, encouragement, guidance, and direct control over children's learning at home. A training module for parents was developed, comprising a module book with guides for learning activities that can be implemented by teachers, parents, and students.

Analytical Study of Generation, Composition, And Potential For Waste Recycling

Background: Waste is still a serious problem globally. Accumulated and poorly managed waste becomes a reservoir for disease vector animals in the environment. Sources of waste include home activities, offices, schools, campuses, industry, and other public places Methods: This research was conducted using a survey, which took samples from several research locations and used observation sheets as a data collection tool. In this research, measurements and recording were carried out to calculate the generation and composition of waste in the campus environment. Results: The research results describe the generation and composition of waste at one of the survey locations, Unja Sports Hall. The survey, conducted for five days, yielded results that included the average waste generation per day being 2.5 L and most food waste. The average dry waste generation is 5.3827 L consisting of 6.84% paper, 73.44% plastic, 2.15% badminton cocks and 17.58% styrofoam. The waste with the most significant recycling potential is dry, namely 76%, including 8.87% paper, 66.27% plastic, and 0.41% cans. Apart from that, wet waste also has the potential to be recycled as compost, namely 24.58%, consisting of 17.08% food waste and 7.77% yard waste. Based on organic and inorganic waste, organic waste has a recycling potential of 24.58%, and inorganic waste has a recycling potential of 66.27%. Conclusion: Organic waste that can be recycled consists of food and yard waste, and inorganic waste consists of plastic, paper, and cans. This waste recycling process will produce a craft that has selling value. Before carrying out the recycling process, a waste sorting process is carried out according to specific criteria.

Home Education: Needs, Challenges, and the Role of Higher Education Institutions

Home education has garnered significant attention from governments worldwide. This educational approach prompts inquiries about quality, social-emotional development, potential child abuse, curriculum, academic outcomes, and parental involvement. Despite its historical presence in the United States since the 1900s, homeschooling has experienced gradual growth, influenced by regulatory efforts and family dynamics. The emergence of COVID-19 further accelerated this trend, with the number of homeschooling families in the US rising from 1,690,000 in 2016 to 2.6 million in 2020 and reaching 3 million by 2021 Globally, over 300 million families have embraced this educational model. This research employs a mixed, non-experimental, descriptive methodology and focuses on Puerto Rico. It examines demographic data, needs, and obstacles encountered by homeschooling families, categorizing them by groups, regions, teaching methods, and religious affiliations. Additionally, the study explores the role of universities as potential partners in supporting and serving homeschooling families. Furthermore, we present international research findings on academic achievement and socialization among homeschooled students, drawing from several studies and university entrance scores.

Scholastic achievement among adolescents: Role of unique aspects of home and school conditions

Students generally consider scholastic achievement to be the grade they receive after a period of specific instruction. Researchers evaluate a person's scholastic achievement based on the knowledge and skills they have developed in the academic domain, as well as the test results they have obtained. Scholastic achievement is one of the critical parameters to measure affluence; therefore, researchers are keen to investigate the various dimensions that are going to affect it directly or indirectly. The present study focuses on analyzing the distinct dimensions of the home and school environment that show a direct association with adolescents' scholastic achievement. The study uses a correlational research design. This study has selected a sample of 154 individuals from the Delhi region of India. The results obtained through correlation and regression analysis clearly indicate that control and rejection in school settings, along with a permissive home environment, significantly predict the scholastic achievement of female adolescents. The results also revealed that a permissive, protective, and punishing home environment, as well as restrictions imposed in a school setting, are significant predictors of male adolescents' scholastic achievement. From this, it can be concluded that the home environment and school environment dimensions play a pivotal role in the attainment of scholastic achievement among adolescents.

The Role of Secondary Conservative Management Strategies in Bladder and Bowel Dysfunction: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

We sought to determine the effect of secondary management strategies in addition to urotherapy on bowel bladder dysfunction outcomes. The review protocol was prospectively registered (CRD42023422168). MEDLINE, Embase, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, CINAHL, and Scopus (database initiation until June 2023) were searched. Comparative studies of secondary management strategies vs conventional urotherapy alone were included. Two authors independently screened titles, abstracts, and reviewed full-text articles. Two authors extracted data related to study characteristics, methodology, subjects, and results. In this systematic review and meta-analysis of 18 studies and 1228 children, secondary management strategies (home-based education, biofeedback, and physical therapy) were associated with reduced symptom burden, fewer recurrent urinary tract infections, and improved uroflowmetry findings than children treated solely with urotherapy for conservative management. Although there is significant reporting heterogeneity, secondary conservative management strategies such as home education, biofeedback or cognitive behavioral therapy, and physiotherapy-based education are associated with less urinary incontinence, fewer infections, and fewer abnormal uroflowmetry findings.

Access to nutrition advice and knowledge, attitudes and practices of pregnant women in Ireland: A cross-sectional study.

Healthy nutritional status, appropriate gestational weight gain and a balanced diet are important predictors of perinatal health outcomes. However, gaps exist in the translation of nutrition recommendations into dietary practices of women before and during pregnancy. The present study explored the relationship between access to nutrition advice, nutrition knowledge, attitudes and practices among pregnant women. Pregnant women aged > 18 years in Ireland were eligible to complete a self-administered survey consisting of four subsections (demographics, nutrition knowledge, attitudes and practices) delivered online through Qualtrics. In this convenience sample (n = 334,median [interquartile range] gestation, 25.0 [16.0, 34.0] weeks), 85% had at least an honours bachelor degree and 88.9% planned their pregnancy. Two out of five women received nutrition advice during their pregnancy, mostly from a midwife. Based on the percentage of correct answers (of 15 questions), women with previous nutrition education (e.g., school home economics) had better median [interquartile range] nutrition knowledge than those with none (80.0% [66.7, 86.7%] vs. 73.3% [60.0, 80.0%], p < 0.001). Those who received nutrition advice during pregnancy did not score higher than those who did not (73.3% [66.7, 80.0%] vs. 73.3% [66.7, 80.0%], p = 0.6). Over three-quarters of participants considered nutritional supplement use to be very or extremely important. Although 73.6% and 92.4% took supplements prior to and during pregnancy, only 25.7% reported compliance with periconceptional folic acid supplementation guidelines. Half of respondents considered healthy eating during pregnancy as very or extremely important. Access to nutrition advice during pregnancy was inadequate with poor nutrition knowledge, attitudes and practices observed. Accessible, evidence-based nutrition education for women prior to and during pregnancy is required.

Stroke Prevention and Management in Rural Georgia: Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Community Paramedicine Program.

Stroke remains a major public health concern in the state of Georgia with high mortality, disproportionately affecting rural and socioeconomically disadvantaged communities. Georgia's age-standardized stroke death rate is 10.8% higher than the national average, and related comorbidities remain elevated in adult Georgians, contributing to higher stroke prevalence. The Georgia Department of Public Health piloted a Community Paramedicine (CP) program in 2 rural counties to improve stroke management, readmissions, and mortality. Various supportive interventions to address barriers to chronic disease management were provided by a local emergency medical service agency for 90days. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the CP care delivery model in improving stroke outcomes among high-risk individuals. CP leverages emergency medical service infrastructure to provide community health services such as home visits, telemedicine, care coordination, education, and access to social support services. The Georgia Hospital Discharge data and Georgia death records were used to measure stroke rehospitalization and deaths at 30, 60, and 90 days post-discharge for stroke. We compared the health outcomes of high-risk individuals who participated in the CP program to those who did not. Multivariable analysis suggested a reduction in stroke mortality rates among the intervention groups in both counties. The CP program demonstrated effectiveness in assisting patients with managing risk factors through medication adherence for conditions such as hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, and diabetes.

Обучение детей младшего школьного возраста в условиях семьи: к постановке проблемы

The article proposes for discussion the current problem of home education for primary schoolchildren, considers the reasons for choosing and ways to implement this form of education, and notes the risks that arise. Options for the possible integration of professional and family pedagogy, the organization of interaction between parents and school teachers to increase the efficiency of students’ mastery of general education programs in primary schools, as well as their successful socialization, are described. Attention is paid to home education of children with disabilities, children with special status, as well as the practice of distance learning, tested during the pandemic.

Onabotulinum toxin injections for shoulder and chest wall muscle pain in breast cancer survivors: retrospective study – preliminary report

ObjectivesThe primary objective of this retrospective review is to describe patient-reported improvement in muscular pain after initial treatment with onabotulinum toxin. A secondary objective was to determine other physiatry (physical...

Exploring Affordances of Online and Offline Strategies for Continuity of Learning in Secondary Schools during Pandemics: Lessons from Uganda's Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic led to widespread school closures, disrupting learning in institutions worldwide. This study examined the online and offline strategies implemented in Uganda's secondary schools during the pandemic and draws lessons from the country's response. This study was conducted in two schools in Kampala District, the research employed a qualitative multiple case study approach, gathering data through interviews, observations, and focus group discussions. The findings revealed that both online and offline strategies played significant roles in facilitating home-based learning. Printed learning materials, such as textbooks and workbooks, were valued by teachers and students for providing a sense of continuity in their studies. However, limitations such as the lack of immediate clarification and two-way communication were identified. Logistical challenges in distributing the materials also posed difficulties, particularly for students in remote areas. Radio broadcasts emerged as a pivotal offline strategy for reaching students without internet access. Parents and students appreciated the insightful educational content delivered through radio programs, even in remote areas. However, accessibility concerns and the lack of interactivity were highlighted as limitations. These findings are not only pertinent for Uganda but also contribute to the global conversation on resilient educational systems in times of unforeseen disruptions. It is crucial to address the limitations of online and offline strategies to ensure equitable access and effective learning experiences for all students, especially those in remote areas

Teacher Preparation for Culturally Responsive Teaching: Implications for Teacher Education

ABSTRACT Diverse students in K-12 schools face many challenges to succeed, including the cultural incongruity between their home cultures and school. A widening achievement gap over the pandemic has prompted research from the culturally responsive teaching (CRT) perspective. This quantitative study aims to understand K-12 teachers’ self-efficacy in CRT and to identify specific aspects of teacher preparation that may contribute to teacher confidence in CRT. Data was collected from teachers (N = 564) nationwide using the Culturally Responsive Teaching Self-Efficacy (CRTSE) scale during the 2020–2021 school year. Findings suggest that teachers are less confident in teaching strategies addressing cultural differences. Specific types of teacher preparation were found to be significant factors in raising teachers’ CRT confidence.

Post Covid-19 pandemic analysis offline classes versus online classes: Conflicts in early childhood education in Indonesia during the Covid-19 pandemic

Early childhood education in Indonesia is an area that parents are beginning to show interest in for preparing their children to progress to the next stage of education. The learning process involves selfdevelopment, cognitive training, emotional training, psychomotor training, and social interaction training, fostering independence in children during their playtime. Early childhood education differs from other levels as it emphasizes play while still incorporating learning. However, the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic in early 2019 has significantly impacted early childhood education, leading to the implementation of online classes. This change has affected not only students, who are in an age group susceptible to the disease, but also young children who may struggle to grasp the meaning of the Covid19 virus, unlike adults. Research objectives: a. To analyze early childhood responses to online learning. b. To investigate the impact of online teaching and learning activities on early childhood education in Indonesia. Utilizing qualitative research methods, this study is described through descriptive analysis based on a literature review and an examination of social phenomena. Children experience psychological shock when transitioning to home-based learning, missing the presence of teachers and friends, resulting in boredom and a lack of motivation to complete assignments. This psychological impact extends to parents, particularly mothers, who now have the responsibility of teaching their children at home, a role previously handled by teachers at school. Online classes are considered the optimal solution to curb the spread of Covid-19 in early childhood environments. The conflict between online and offline classes in the realm of early childhood education forms the basis of this research article.

Exploring Parents’ Perceptions of Early Literacy Development in Early Childhood Education

This study explores early literacy concepts for young children among parents in low-class communities. It focuses on parents’ interpretations of their children’s development in early literacy and how these influence due to their children’s education. The aim of the research is to illuminate parents’ interpretations regarding early literacy in their children’s education. Through the classical phenomenological approach, seven mothers were interviewed, and the collected data was analyzed using Colaizzi’s method to describe the themes. The findings reveal that they perceived early literacy as an ability to read and write that children must achieve before they are seven years old. They also mentioned it for fulfilling entry requirements for the primary level, avoiding negative stigma from other parents, labeling smart children, and parents’ anxiety for children’s confidence in the future. As a consequence, it allows parents to have reading class preparation, over-involvement in children’s learning activities, providing learning posters, and parents’ home teaching. This study also discussed the concept of early literacy based on human development theories and how it can contribute to sustaining and empowering parents dealing with meaningful learning in cultivating literacy for children in the perception year.

Educational Evolution and Linguistic Legacy of Afghan Uzbeks

This article examines the historical existence of Turkic populations in Afghanistan, emphasizing the enduring settlement of the Uzbek populations in the nation and their ancestral roots. Furthermore, it highlights the fact that the Afghan Uzbeks persist in utilizing their indigenous language for verbal interaction up to the present time. Over time, the importance of villages, mosques, Mullahkhanas, and madrasas has shaped the growth of traditional teachings in Afghanistan. Moreover, these Mullahkhanas and madrasas function as forums for the development of prose and poetry in Uzbek and Persian languages. Integrating books into education across all fields of study holds significant importance. This page provides details about the development of authorized educational institutions, commonly referred to as "home schools," during the rule of Amanullah Khan. Amanullah Khan established schools in various locations, with a special focus on rural areas, and provided comprehensive information about each school.

Development of a Competency-Based Assessment Framework for High School Home Economics

The dual aims of this study were i) to explore the effectiveness of an assessment method that can measure the competencies learned through high school home economics and ii) develop a competency-based assessment framework for high school home economics, including components of competency-based assessment, item development system, and other elements. The study involved the following stages: literature analysis, draft development, concretization, validity verification, and final version. Based on the results of the literature analysis and expert deliberation, a competency-based assessment framework for high school home economics was developed which comprised three dimensions: ‘core idea’ × ‘process’ × ‘context and value’. Based on this, an item analysis table was presented to systematize various activities for the competency-based assessment of high school home economics, following which a holistic rubric suitable for competency assessment tasks was proposed by referring to the newly developed ‘process’ dimension assessment criteria. This study is significant in that it is the first to propose a competency-based assessment framework that systematically presents a variety of assessment activities. These will facilitate the development of assessment standards and tools that teachers can refer to or trust in the changing school environment due to the introduction of the standard-based assessment system based on a high school credit system, and the guarantee of a minimum achievement level.

Hereditary angioedema in Spain: medical care and patient journey

BackgroundHereditary angioedema due to C1 inhibitor deficiency (HAE-C1INH) is a genetic rare disease characterized by recurrent, transient and unpredictable episodes of cold, non-pruriginous oedema without associated urticaria. The characteristics of the disease have a considerable impact on the quality of life of patients. The aim of this study was to increase understanding of the patient journey of HAE in Spain.MethodsA multidisciplinary committee of 16 HAE experts (allergy, immunology, emergency department, hospital pharmacy and nursing) and 3 representatives of the Spanish Hereditary Angioedema Patient Association (AEDAF) who were patients or caregivers participated in the study. A review of the publications on HAE treatment was performed. Semi-structured interviews were performed to HAE experts, patients, or caregivers. Three meetings with the experts, patients and caregivers were held to share, discuss, and validate data obtained from literature and interviews and to build the model.ResultsThroughout the project, the patient journey has been drawn up, dividing it into the stages of pre-diagnosis, diagnosis and treatment/follow-up. Some areas for improvement have been identified. Firstly, there is a need to enhance awareness and training on HAE among healthcare professionals, with a particular emphasis on primary care and emergency department personnel. Secondly, efforts should be made to minimize patient referral times to allergy/immunology specialists, ensuring timely access to appropriate care. Thirdly, it is crucial to encourage the study of the relatives of diagnosed patients to early identify potential cases. Fourthly, equitable access to self-administered treatments should be ensured, facilitated by systems that enable medication delivery at home and proper education and training for patients. Equitable access to long-term prophylactic treatment should also be prioritized for all patients in need. To standardize HAE management, the development of consensus guidelines that reduce variability in clinical practice is essential. Lastly, promoting research studies to enhance knowledge of the disease and align its treatment with new developments in the healthcare field should be encouraged.ConclusionsThe knowledge of the patient journey in HAE allowed us to identify improvement areas with the final aim to optimize the disease management.

Science Fun Learning for the Students Affected of Natural Disasters

Fun learning will attract students to classroom learning activities learning, especially for victims of natural disasters. Students who experience natural disasters fear doing various things at home and outside the home (school). This study aims to find out whether fun science learning carried out by planting plants can improve students' understanding of learning science. This quantitative descriptive research uses test instruments to measure students' knowledge of family medicinal plant material. The population in this study was elementary school students who were victims of the earthquake natural disaster earthquake in 2022, while the research sample was 15 elementary school students. This sampling is done randomly. The data obtained were analyzed descriptively to determine improved student understanding of learning science. The results of data analysis showed that science fun learning applied through outdoor learning activities by planting family medicinal plants can increase students' understanding related to science material. However, the improvement is categorized as low based on the N-gain score 0.2. The recommendation of this study is to improve student understanding of when fun science learning should be supplemented with other methods by referring to the local wisdom of participants. Thus, the feeling of trauma that saddens the survivors will be slightly forgotten with fun activities and education.

Peran Orang Tua Dalam Menerapkan Home Schooling pada Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini

Early childhood education (ECCE) is the level of education before the primary education level which is a coaching effort aimed at children from birth to the age of six years by providing educational stimulation to help physical and spiritual growth and development so that children have readiness to enter further education, which is held on formal, non-formal, and informal channels. Early childhood education is also functioned to build, process, and develop all the potential of children at an early age optimally so that basic behaviors and abilities that are in accordance with the level of development have readiness to enter further education. The research uses a library research approach or literary research. Library Research is a type of qualitative research that generally does not go into the field in finding data sources. This study aims to find out how the implementation model of home schooling, home schooling methods and approaches, the benefits of home schooling, and the advantages and disadvantages of home schooling.