Inter Correlation Research Articles

Evaluating human–computer interaction education based on active learning methods using the CRITIC and TOPSIS approach

With the ever-growing development of information technology, the education sector has adopted advanced technologies to improve this field. Various procedures based on human–computer interaction (HCI) can be applied to enhance the efficiency of interaction between humans and computers, especially in education. Active learning is one of the major technological fields that improve the usability of active learning. The implementation of HCI approaches such as project-based learning (PBL), active learning classrooms (ALCs), and multi-user virtual environments (MUVE) can improve students' learning capabilities and teachers' teaching skills, making education more effective. After studying different applications of HCI in active learning, this study aims to extract common features and identify the most efficient ones. For the evaluation process, we presented two techniques: Criteria Importance Through Inter Correlation (CRITIC) and Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) to select the most effective HCI approach among various options. We chose nine criteria along with ten alternatives and ranked them based on their performance scores. For assigning weights to criteria, we utilized the CRITIC strategy, while the TOPSIS technique was applied to rank the alternatives. In the proposed study, we identified that the alternative with the highest performance score is placed in first place, while the alternative with the worst performance score is placed at the bottom. The study concluded that the most efficient and effective approach was selected among various options, which can be used as a suggestion for decision-related issues and future directions.

Ролевые паттерны «Я-водитель» – «Я-пассажир» в структуре рискованного дорожного поведения водителей разных групп

<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Objective.</strong> Analysis of the risky traffic behaviour of drivers of different groups; characteristics of patterns of role behaviour “I am a driver” – “I am a passenger”; correlations between the patterns of risky traffic behavior of drivers that have a tendency to drink alcohol.<br><strong>Background.</strong> The analysis of researches devoted to the study of the risky traffic behaviour of drivers in the conditions of the road environment shows the high relevance of research in the field of the causes of accidents on the roads. In this context, interdisciplinary researches which including both individual and socio-psychological variables begin special relevance.<br><strong>Study design.</strong> The patterns of risky road behavior of drivers of the different groups were studied. The features of the patterns of role behaviour (“I am a driver” – “I am a passenger”) were considered. Inter correlations between the patterns of drivers’ risky behaviour and the propensity to drink alcohol were characterized. <strong>Participants.</strong> The sample included 398 drivers of “risk groups”: 114 novice drivers aged 22 to 35 years old (M = 24,0; SD = 7,12), 52 (45,6%) of women and 62 (54,4%) of men; taxi drivers 80 people aged 29 to 43 (M = 36,1; SD = 7,15), 4 (5,0%) of women and 76 (95,0%) of men; drivers-carriers 204 people aged 26 to 40 years (M = 33,4; SD = 6,52), 18 (8,8%) of women and 186 (91,2%) of men.<br><strong>Measurements.</strong> The questionnaire created by G. Meinhard (2018) for evaluation traffic risky behaviour of drivers and the Russian-language version of the AUDIT scale.<br><strong>Results.</strong> Drivers’ risky traffic behaviour is characterized by the presence of various interconnected patterns.<br><strong>Conclusions.</strong> There are significant differences in the patterns of traffic risky behaviour among drivers of different groups: novice drivers, taxi drivers and company drivers.</p>

Social media analytics and their applications to evaluate an activity in online health interventions using CRITIC and TOPSIS techniques.

The usage of social media is increasing by leaps and bounds in our day-to-day lives. It affects daily routines and brings a lot of change in different departments like health and education systems during the COVID-19 pandemic. Healthcare research and practice have been significantly impacted by the astounding growth of social media. Social media are changing health information management in several ways, from offering appropriate ways to enhance healthcare professional contact and share health-related knowledge and experience to facilitating the development of innovative medical research and wisdom. Social media analytics (SMAs) are efficient and effective interaction instruments that can be useful for both patients and clinicians in health interventions. Moreover, a significant portion of those involved in clinical practices (such as clinicians, professional colleges, and departments of health) are unaware of the importance of social media, its potential applications in their daily lives, as well as the possible consequences and how these will be handled. In the presented study, we proposed MCDM-based approaches known as "Criteria Importance Through Inter Correlation" (CRITIC) and Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) in order to identify the effective alternative among several options and make a better decision. After extracting features from the literature review, we choose six significant and relevant features and assign weights to them using CRITIC techniques while utilizing the TOPSIS technique to rank the alternatives based on their performance values. After the implementation of both methods and evaluation procedure, it is determined that the alternative with the highest score is placed at the top and called the "best alternative," while the alternative with the lowest score is placed at the bottom and called the worst alternative. Finally, we suggest a variety of research initiatives and new research areas where the aforementioned procedures become extremely useful in evaluating SMAs and their uses in online health interventions.

Comparison of cine cardiac magnetic resonance and echocardiography derived diameters of the aortic root in a large population-based cohort

Transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) and cine cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (CMR) are established imaging methods of the aortic root. We aimed to evaluate the comparability of measurements in TTE and standard cine CMR sequences of the aortic root. Our study included 741 subjects (mean age 63.5 ± 8 years, 43.7% female) from the Hamburg City Health Study (HCHS). Subjects underwent CMR and TTE. Aortic root measurements were performed at the level of the aortic annulus (AoAn), sinus of Valsalva (SoV), and sinotubular junction (STJ) by standard cine CMR in left ventricular long axis and left ventricular outflow tract view. Measurements were performed applying the leading-edge to leading-edge (LL) convention and inner-edge to inner-edge (II) convention in TTE and the II convention in CMR. Inter correlation coefficients (ICCs) demonstrated high inter- and intraobserver reproducibility for CMR and TTE measurements of SoV and STJ (ICCs 0.9–0.98) and moderate reproducibility for AoAn (ICCs 0.68–0.91). CMR measurements of SoV and STJ showed strong agreement with TTE: while correlations were comparable (r = 0.75–0.85) bias was lower with TTE II (bias − 0.1 to − 0.74) versus TTE LL measurements (mean bias − 1.49 to − 2.58 mm). The agreement for AoAn was fair (r = 0.51–0.57) with variable bias (mean bias 0.39–3.9). Standard cine CMR and TTE derived aortic root measurements are reproducible and comparable with higher agreement for TTE II instead of LL measurements. These results support an interchangeable application of TTE and standard CMR for screening of aortic root diseases thereby possibly reducing redundant multimodality imaging.

Body composition in students physical education and sport: cross-sectional pilot study

Purpose: Young people who study physical education and sport are a priori regarded as having proper body structure and body composition. It is widely presumed that young who study physical education at one of several national universities of physical education (East Sarajevo) could be characterized with proper physique and body composition. Aim of the current study was to assess and analyze the body composition of a male students Physical Education and Sport, University East Sarajevo, by bioelectric impedance analysis and determine the significance of inter correlation coefficients.
 Material and methods: In study the participants consist 30 male students of Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, University of East Sarajevo, the III year of study (Body Height = 182.20 ± 6.89cm; Body Weight = 80.06 ± 8.80kg; Body Mass Index= 24.03 ± 2.58kg/m²).
 Results: of the study showed that the body composition is within the healthy (allowed) values recommended for this population of students (Body Fat=10.90kg or 13.62%; Body Muscle= 65.74kg or 82.40%; Body Water = 61.54%; Basal metabolic rate = 2045.07kCal; Daily calorie intake = 8436.56 kCal, etc.). Inter correlation coefficients showed inverse and significantly high correlation (p=0.000) between (inter correlation coefficient Fat-Muscle = -0.945), (inter correlation coefficients Fat-Water = -0.963) while direct correlation was achieved between (inter correlation coefficient Muscle-Water = 0.986).
 Conclusion: The obtained results of the study defined the appropriate body composition of the students, which is a consequence of their adequate physical activity and well-designed curricula at the home faculty. In the parameters of body composition, students of physical education and sports in East Sarajevo had a higher muscle component and lower values ​​of fat component than other students as a result of their somatotype, way of studying, teaching and extracurricular physical activities.

PERCEIVED ORGANISATION SUPPORT: APPLYING MINDFUL WORK PRATICES AND ERADICATING EMPLOYEE DEHUMANISATION IN THE WORKPLACE

Ponte Academic JournalApr 2020, Volume 76, Issue 4 PERCEIVED ORGANISATION SUPPORT: APPLYING MINDFUL WORK PRATICES AND ERADICATING EMPLOYEE DEHUMANISATION IN THE WORKPLACEAuthor(s): Sanjana Brijball Parumasur ,Mbalenhle Bridget DlaminiJ. Ponte - Apr 2020 - Volume 76 - Issue 4 doi: 10.21506/j.ponte.2020.4.10 Abstract:This study assesses academics perceptions regarding the extent to which the organisation values and cares for them. Inter correlations amongst sub-dimensions of perceived organisational support, biographical correlates and perceptions of the dimension are based on inferential and descriptive statistics. The sample comprised of academics from the four colleges at the University of KwaZulu-Natal and was drawn using cluster sampling. The expected sample was 292 and the sample that was achieved was a 262 using. Data was collected using a questionnaire whose psychometric properties of validity and reliability were statistically assessed using Factor Analysis and Cronbach's Alpha respectively. It is evident that the greatest level of improvement is needed in perceived organisational support as it has the lowest mean score value (Mean = 2.858). Perceived organisational support assesses employees perceptions of various aspects of support from their organisation. The study also shows that there is a significant difference in the perceived organisational support of academics varying in biographical profiles (age, marital status, position, tenure, gender) and college respectively. Download full text:Check if you have access through your login credentials or your institution Username Password

Reducing Children's Exposure to Passive Smoking in Rural Communities of Bangladesh: An Application of the Theory of Planned Behavior.

Passive smoking prevalence is high in Bangladesh. We aimed to explore the association of the theory of planned behavior constructs to reduce the exposure of passive smoking among children in the rural area of Bangladesh. Cross-sectional study. Overall, 410 adults had been taken at random following a self-administrative questionnaire. Data had been collected from six villages of Munshiganj district of Bangladesh from Jul to Oct 2018. Descriptive statistics were applied to describe socio-demographic characteristics. Inter correlations coefficient was done to observe the correlation, differences between demographic and dependent variables were assessed for significance using the Chi-square or Fisher's exact test as appropriate. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression models were used to investigate the association between the theory of planned behavior constructs and exposure of passive smoking among both smoker and nonsmoker groups. All results were presented as unadjusted and adjusted odds ratio (OR) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs). A P-value ≤0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Attitude (OR 0.681, 95% CI: 0.498, 0.931) among smoker and intention (OR 0.226, 95% CI: 0.081, 0.633) was found statistically significant constructs (P<0.001) among non-smoker to reduce the exposure. Additionally, the prevalence of passive smoking exposure was found 36.6% (95% CI: 0.32%, 0.41%) on average 40% among males and 28.33% among females. The theory of planned behavior constructs is useful to reduce the exposure of passive smoking among children, which may be useful in the future to design interventions of controlling passives smoking exposure.

Validation of Test of Nonverbal Intelligence for Pakistani Youth

of nonverbal intelligence. The test was developed to assess the generalcognitive ability of Pakistani youth. The items were constructed keeping inmind to tab the cognitive domains of fluid intelligence, abstract reasoning,spatial ability, working memory, processing speed, inductive anddeductive reasoning, application of logics, drawing of inferences andrelated abilities. Multidimensional construct methods were used todetermine the construct validity. The principal factor analysis withvarimax rotations yielded a single factor loading, an indicative of unifactor test. Inter correlation of five subscales and total test scores werefound to be highly significant (p &lt; .001). The results showed thehomogeneity of the test. The discrimination validity of the test wasestablished by correlating the test scores with test takers performance ontest of physical agility and stamina. The Pearson correlation produced nonsignificant results between the two measures. The criterion validity wasestablished by correlating the test scores with academic achievementswhich generated highly significant correlations at p &lt; .001. The convergentvalidity was established by correlation the scores with Raven progressivematrices, verbal intelligence tests and nonverbal intelligence being used atinter services selection boards. The results showed coefficient ofcorrelation .384, .227 and .396 respectively for RSPM, VIT and NVITwhich was highly significant at p. &lt; .001. The age and grade differencesalso showed that the mean test score increases with age and grade. Theresults of the validity studies indicate that the proposed nonverbal test is avalid measure to assess the intelligence of Pakistani youth.

A Study of Spirituality in Relationship with Perceived Happiness Status, Perceived Health Status and Academic Achievement among Adolescents

Adolescence is a sensitive period of life which is accompanied by a series of biological, psychological, and cognitive changes in an individual. This age of confusion and immaturity predisposes individuals towards risky behaviour like alcohol/drug abuse, violence, sexual experimentation etc. The Mental Health Foundation (2009) enlisted various protective factors for adolescents that can help in keeping them safe from risky behaviour. These were: spirituality, social support, parental support, meaningful relationships, constructive hobbies etc. Spirituality is a relationship of an individual with the Divine, with oneself and with others. Houston and Cartwright (2007) defined spirituality using four components. The first was a belief in transcendence, something higher than oneself. The second was interconnectedness, which meant the sense of unification with all living beings. The third component was a feeling of love and compassion for others. Fourth component included a sense of purpose and meaning in life. Spirituality has been consistently linked with happiness, better health outcomes and general feelings of wellbeing among adolescents. The present study aimed to investigate the relationship of spirituality with perceived happiness status, perceived health status, and academic achievement among adolescents. A sample of 100 adolescents (50 males and 50 females) in the age range of 16 and 18 years was included in the study. Inter correlation Analysis was conducted to find the relationship between the variables. In order to find out differences between two groups viz. males and females, t tests were employed. Results showed a significant relationship between spirituality, perceived happiness status and academic achievement of adolescents. This study highlighted the importance of spirituality, and how it can be meaningful not only in the emotional and psychological domain, but the cognitive domain as well.

The air pollution during Diwali festival by the burning of fireworks in Jamshedpur city, India

Short-term measurements of PM10, trace gases (SO2, NO2, and O3) and heavy metals during Diwali festival were studied in a moderately polluted site in the city of Jamshedpur (India). In this study, Diwali day event recorded extremely high 12-h PM10 levels (500.5 μgm−3, which is >5 times to the WHO standard) and massive loadings of ozone (53.33 μgm−3), SO2(8.6 μgm−3) and NO2 (73.32 μgm−3), On Diwali day, all the measured values for PM10, SO2, NO2 and O3 were found to be higher than prescribed limit of National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) (PM10 = 60 μg/m3). The first time study about any firework episode was carried in this region. The concentrations of Fe, Zn, Pb, Mn, Cu, Cd, Be and Ni were higher by the 2.2,1.5,2.8,1.6,2.2,1.2,5.9 and 3.3, times respectively, on Diwali as compared to normal days values. The metal concentrations on Diwali day were found to be significantly different from a normal day (except Zn & Cd). In Diwali day the Diurnal variation of PM10, SO2, and NO2 was found to be significantly higher than daytime concentrations for a normal day (control). It was estimated that firework aerosol contributed 21–27% to ambient PM10 on Diwali. Inter correlation among the trace gases, PM10 and metals are clearly indicates the fireworks emissions extremely fluctuates in air quality. These results indicate that fireworks episode during Diwali festival affected the ambient air quality adversely due to emission and accumulation of PM10, SO2, NO2, O3, and trace metals.

Correlation and path analysis studies in groundnut under different environment

In groundnut strong positive association was noticed between pod yield per plant and kernel yield per plant, oil yield per plant and significant and negative association with late leaf spot severity and rust incidence irrespective of the environments. Pod yield was also correlated with 100- kernel weight, plant height and oil content in environment III. The magnitude and direct association of pod yield with other characters varied from environment to environment. Inter correlation estimates for yield components revealed that plant height, 100-kernel weight, kernel yield per plant, oil yield per plant, late leaf spot severity, number of matured pods per plant, harvest index and plant height were significantly associated with one another and also with pod yield per plant which indicated that these characters were important components for improvement of pod yield in groundnut. This indicated that selection of genotypes based on oil yield per plant and kernel yield per plant is advantageous than the other characters.

Validity of Student Course Final Exams Scores through Determine Correlation, Health School, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences

Background: Final exam is one of evaluation methods of students. We can utilize indexes such as difficulty index and discrimination index in order to analyze each test questions or to determine questions taxonomy. However, these methods have inter- testing look and do not consider the relationship between various tests results. Inter correlation between final exam score and the average indirectly shows the relationship between various tests results. The present study is performed with the aim of determining Bachelor students’ scores correlation rate in the curriculum year of 92-93 in health college of Mashhad Medical Sciences. Methods: in this cross- sectional study 158 B.S students were examined in three different health areas of interest in Health College. Average, students’ scores in each course and curriculum case demographic characteristics were elicited. We used Pierson test for correlation test of students’ scores with total grade. Test level of significance considered p<0, 05. Results: research findings shows that a higher average in Mashhad indigenous and female students than Mashhad non- native and male students. Furthermore, the results of scores correlation test with grade indicate the least correlation rate in general courses than in specific courses. Conclusions: we can make use of this methodology for test assessment with respect to correlation test validity and simplicity.

Instruction strategies work out by mathematics teachers: evaluating the affect on bachelor of education

The main objective of this research is to study the different instruction strategies implemented by Mathematics teachers and evaluating its affect on Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) level. To complete the study, two samples 34 teachers and 217 students were taken randomly. A five point Likert scale comprising 40 statements was prepared and administered to 34 teachers of teaching of mathematics, a subject taught at B.Ed level. Both statement analysis and person measurement were carried out statistically. Factors in the scale relating to instructional strategies applied by mathematics teachers in their classes were also analyzed through Inter correlation of factors. The significance of mean differences between male and female subgroups was also determined by applying Z-test. It was inferred from the statement analysis that the majority of teachers agreed that the impact of instructional strategies on teaching of mathematics and learning was positive. It was also observed that the inter-correlations among different scale factors were also significant at 0.01 and 0.05 level of significance, which showed the internal consistency among all parts of the scale.

Brick kilns: Cause of Atmospheric Pollution

This is the first type of study that has been undertaken where mushrooming of brick kilns (more than 15 brick kilns just in 2 km diameter) is deteriorating the air quality. Although industrialization is very important for the development of a country, this is a bitter fact that it speeds up the process of environmental degradation as was observed at the Panzan village of district Budgam in Jammu and Kashmir state (India). The monitoring of brick kiln emissions was carried out on 8 hourly basis to estimate the pollution level of gaseous pollutants like oxides of sulphur (SOx), oxides of nitrogen (NOx), particulate pollutants (Respirable particulate matter-RSPM) and (Non-Respirable Suspended particulate matter- NRSPM) during the non-operational and operational phases of brick kilns in the months from April to September 2012. The results revealed that all the pollutants SOx, NOx, RSPM, NRSPM and SPM (sum of RSPM and NRSPM) were crossing the limits prescribed by National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) during the operational phase of brick kilns. Further, the air quality index (AQI) was calculated and the study sites were categorized from severe to high pollution including residential areas which is of most concern in respect to health conditions of the local people. Inter correlations of SOx, NOx, RSPM, NRSPM and SPM showing very strong correlations (p < 0.01) with each other indicated that their sources are the same i.e. brick kilns. To minimize the emission level of air pollutants from brick kilns, possible air pollution mitigation measures are suggested.

Modeling Intra and Inter Correlations in Credit Default Losses

Comparing alternatives for a simultaneous incorporation of intra and inter correlations into the credit portfolio loss distribution within the asymptotic single risk factor (ASRF) model and showing that the resulting distribution depends on the type of a dominant correlation: whether it is of intra d-d/lgd-lgd or inter d-lgd type. Showing that the classic Vasicek distribution (derived originally for intra d-d correlations only), modified to embrace both intra and inter correlation types by properly constructing composite mean and correlation parameters, offers an analytic solution which covers an entire range of correlations and is easy to use as opposed to a more formal approach of a bivariate joint default probability density which requires numerical averaging over the underlying latent factors and applies only when intra correlations dominate.

Inter correlation between soil properties and growth of Azadirachta indica in various types of plantations of Jodhpur region (Rajasthan, India)

Physico-chemical properties do not vary rapidly for short distance in arid and semiarid regions in absence of plantation or some manual intervention. In case of barren land, it is difficult to enhance soil health and its productivity until and unless a large quantity of fertilizer and irrigation facilities are employed. Application of high dose of fertilisers and insecticides result in short-term increase in production, but it deteriorates the quality of soil and eventually reduces its productivity. There are hundreds of instances where trees improved the soil productivity. Microbial communities in soil have large impact on overall soil health due to production of secondary metabolites, nutrient recycling and decomposition. Various researches have demonstrated that Azadirachta indicaextract also acts as an antimicrobial agent and affects the structure and function soil microbial community. Therefore, it was critical to examine how its extract from different types of plantations becomes necessary to fully appreciate ramifications of its use on the environment for improving soil fertility. For the study, soil samples were collected from 53 different sites, in and around Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India, where A. indica was growing in different types of plantations. The data was analyzed for different properties of soil for separate types of plantations. Key words: Azadirachta indica, pH, electrical conductivity (EC), organic matters (OM), Kruskal Wallis test, sigmoidal growth modal.

Impact of Frontal Systems Behavioral Functioning in Dementia on Caregiver Burden

Impact of Frontal Systems Behavioral Functioning in Dementia on Caregiver Burden

The Use of Quick Tests with Eighth Graders

The feasibility of using two quick tests viz, the Number Test (QNT) and a the Word Test (QWT) was examined with eighth graders. A number of other tests, including GPA, were included in the study. Inter correlations between the tests and other tests revealed that the performance of the tests seemed fairly impressive. Analysis using multiple correlation technique indicated that a combination of Nelson Vocabulary and QNT predicted GPA better than any other combination (Ra = .263). PRIOR REPORTS (e.g., 3) have reported on the development of Quick tests designed to assess numerical and verbal abilities. The objec tive in these tests has been to reduce the amount of time required to assess the content of numerical and verbal abilities by designing items with a format that is easy for respondents to examine and respond to. The Word Test (QWT) provides a large number of items (one hundred) in a power test where completion can be expected by the majority of respondents in a relatively short period of time. Indeed, experience indicates that with college students, for example, about 95 percent will complete the one hundred items in less than 10 minutes.

Development of a Semantic Differential to Assess the Attitude of Secondary School and College Students

The inquiry sought to develop a semantic differential (SD) for use in assessing attitude and attitude change among secondary school and college students. It included thirty-five bipolar adjectives, each using a 7-point ordinal scale, for student rating purposes. Three concepts were used in the study: teacher, learning, and student. A Likert type scoring was accomplished with part scores for each of the separate concepts, and with the total score being the sum of the three part scores. A comparison between pre- and post-college course attitudes was made involving 237 students, which showed significant change only for the concept “student” (Me as a student). Internal reliability indexes were obtained usingthe Kuder -Richardson(K-R) Formula 20 for part scores ranging from r = .421 to .610; and for the total score ranging from r = .928 to .960. Inter correlations of part scores for pretest ranged from r = .530 to .584; and for posttest r = .620 to .707. There is evidence of greater homogeneity for post-course...

The Physical Fitness and Motor Performance of Educable Mentally Retarded Children

A modification of the AAHPER Youth Physical Fitness Test was administered to a national sample of 4,235 educable retarded boys and girls, ages 8 to 18 years. Age changes in performance followed essentially the same trends as in normal children, although the retarded of both sexes were substantially behind standards on normal children. Sex differences in performance of the retarded were similar to those noted in normal children, the boys showing superiority in all tests at all ages. Inter correlations among the test items were low for both sexes at all age levels and of approximately the same magnitude as in children of normal intelligence.