Interactive Approach Research Articles

Training Midwives And Health Cadres Improves Their Proficiency With MCH Books

The Maternal and Child Health Book (MCH Books) has been launched as a crucial instrument for tracking both maternal and child health as well as child growth and development in an effort to improve the caliber of maternity and child health services in Indonesia.However, health professionals, particularly midwives and health cadres who deal directly with the community, particularly pregnant women, postpartum mothers, infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, must have a thorough comprehension of the MCH Books and possess a few specific abilities in order to use them to their fullest potential. The purpose of this community service project is to assess the effects of the MCH Book usage training that was provided to 30 health cadres and one midwife.Participants learn how to fill out, comprehend, and use data from the MCH Book for more focused health interventions and to support moms and children through intense, interactive, and case-based training approaches. The knowledge and abilities of midwives and health cadres have significantly increased following training, according to community service outcomes. Over 98% of participants reported feeling more comfortable utilizing the MCH Book and putting it to use in their regular practice.The community's feedback also revealed that following the training, midwives and health cadres were able to provide better counseling and information. Sixty ideas were received from pregnant women, maternity mothers, postpartum mothers, newborns, toddlers, and preschoolers. The study concludes that providing midwives and health cadres with training on the use of MCH Books has increased their knowledge and proficiency. This demonstrates how crucial it is to fund frontline healthcare professionals' ongoing education and training in order to raise the standard of public health services.

IMPLEMENTATION OF EDUCATIONAL GAMES BASED ON ROLE PLAYING GAMES (RPG) AS A LEARNING MEDIA FOR CHARACTER EDUCATION

The escalating issue of demoralization within the younger generation in Indonesia is exacerbated by the diminishing character values, often attributed to the pervasive influence of globalization. Recognizing the inadequacy of character education in schools, there is a pressing need for more engaging and interactive approaches to instill character in the youth. One promising avenue is leveraging games, given the prevalent engagement of young people in this activity. Among the various game genres, role-playing games (RPGs) stand out as particularly popular. This study, utilizing a literature review research method with descriptive analysis, aims to elucidate the implementation of RPG-based educational games as a medium for character education in the younger generation. The literature study findings underscore the potential of RPGs to serve as effective character education tools for adolescents, stimulating essential aspects such as ethical thinking, moral reasoning, value systems, friendship, self-scaffolding, and metacognition.

Challenges Regarding Implementation of Communicative Language Teaching At Higher Secondary Level In Pakistan: ELT Teachers’ Perspectives

This qualitative phenomenological study aims to explore English language teachers’ perceptions about uses of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) and its implementation challenges at higher secondary level. The data was collected through semi-structured interviews from 5 ELT teachers from Sindh, Pakistan. Thematic analysis was used for data analysis. According to the findings, teachers perceived CLT as a student-centered interactive approach to develop speaking fluency and communicative competence. Teachers’ perceived CLT implementation challenges were lack of teachers’ professional training and difficulty in time management; students’ low English language proficiency and lack of motivation; exam-oriented education, over-crowded classes, inappropriate seating arrangement in classes, improper timetable, lack of materials and resources, classroom confined language practices; and lack of adequate tools to assess and evaluate students’ communicative competence. These findings can provide useful insights regarding CLT’s prospects to ELT teachers, academic administrators, and educational leaders, and also a way forward to effective CLT implementation at higher secondary level.

Increasing Literacy and Numeracy and Adapting Technology Through the Campus Teaching Program

This research aims to determine the increase in students' literacy and numeracy skills. With a population of SD Inpres Rawe students and as a sample, namely fifth grade students at SD Inpres Rawe. The method used in this program is an interactive and participatory approach. The final results of the Teaching Campus program were significantly able to improve the literacy and numeracy skills of students at SD Inpres Rawe. After this program was implemented for four months, there was an increase in the average literacy score by 85% and the average numeracy score by 65% based on the pretest and posttest results. This program provides an opportunity for students to make a positive contribution to basic education, while students benefit from a learning approach that is innovative, interactive and focused on improving literacy and numeracy.

Harnessing AI Chatbots for EFL Essay Writing: A Paradigm Shift in Language Pedagogy

In a time when digital technologies are changing educational paradigms, this study delves into integrating Artificial Intelligence chatbots in enhancing English as a foreign language essay writing, marking a significant shift in language pedagogy. With the backdrop of increasing reliance on technology in educational settings, the research foregrounds Artificial Intelligence chatbots’ potential to revolutionise traditional teaching methodologies. This article aims to scrutinise the efficacy of these digital assistants in augmenting the essay-writing skills of English learners, underlining the importance of aligning technological advancements with educational needs. By investigating the incorporation of Artificial Intelligence chatbots into English as a foreign language curriculum, the study highlights their capacity to offer immediate, personalised feedback, fostering a learning environment that supports individual learners’ needs and preferences. The central inquiry revolves around identifying and optimising the mechanisms through which Artificial Intelligence chatbots can contribute to developing writing proficiency among English students. Through a comprehensive review, the paper presents insights into the pedagogical benefits and challenges of using Artificial Intelligence chatbots, including their role in promoting learner autonomy, accommodating diverse learning styles, and providing a safe space for linguistic experimentation. The findings underscore the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence chatbots in language education, advocating for a paradigmatic shift towards more interactive, responsive, and learner-centred teaching approaches. This review not only reaffirms the significance of integrating technology into language learning but also opens new avenues for enhancing the educational experiences of English learners

Modeling of indoor 222Rn in data-scarce regions: an interactive dashboard approach for Bogotá, Colombia

Abstract. Radon (222Rn) is a naturally occurring gas that represents a health threat due to its causal relationship with lung cancer. Despite its potential health impacts, several regions have not conducted studies, mainly due to data scarcity and/or economic constraints. This study aims to bridge the baseline information gap by building an interactive dashboard (http://ircmodelingdashboard.eu.pythonanywhere.com/, last access: 17 April 2024) that uses inferential statistical methods to estimate the spatial distribution of indoor radon concentration (IRC) for a target area. We demonstrate the functionality of the dashboard by modeling IRC in the city of Bogotá, Colombia, using 30 in situ measurements. IRC measured was the highest reported in the country, with a geometric mean of 91±14 Bq m−3 and a maximum concentration of 407 Bq m−3. In 57 % of the residences, RC exceeded the WHO's recommendation of 100 Bq m−3. A prediction map for houses registered in Bogotá's cadaster was built in the dashboard by using a log-linear regression model fitted with the in situ measurements, together with meteorological, geologic and building-specific variables. The model showed a cross-validation root mean squared error of 57 Bq m−3. Furthermore, the model showed that the age of the house presented a statistically significant positive association with RC. According to the model, IRC measured in houses built before 1980 presents a statistically significant increase of 72 % compared to IRC of those built after 1980 (p value = 0.045). The prediction map exhibited higher IRC in older buildings most likely related to cracks in the structure that could enhance gas migration in older houses. This study highlights the importance of expanding 222Rn studies in countries with a lack of baseline values and provides a cost-effective alternative that could help deal with the scarcity of IRC data and get a better understanding of place-specific variables that affect IRC spatial distribution.

Impact of interactive learning elements on personal learning performance in immersive virtual reality for construction safety training

To improve construction safety through proactive prevention strategies, it is essential to leverage virtual reality (VR) training programs that foster active learning through dynamic interaction between VR systems and learners. Addressing this need, this study proposed an interactive immersive VR (IVR)-based construction safety training framework, incorporating four interactive learning elements (ILEs): immediate feedback, basic interaction with objects, assembling objects, and knowledge testing. This study divided sixty trainees into two groups: one experienced the proposed novel interactive IVR-based training approach, while the other underwent traditional, non-interactive IVR-based training. To accurately evaluate the impact of the four ILEs on individual learning performance, this study conducted t-test analyses and utilized machine learning-based SHAP (Shapley Additive exPlanations) analysis to compare the results between both groups. The findings indicated that the proposed method significantly enhanced active learning, positively influencing the sensory and knowledge domains of trainees more effectively than the existing methods. Notably, 'ILE-(1). Immediate feedback' and 'ILE-(2). Basic interaction with objects' were identified as key factors in improving personal learning outcomes during training. This study contributes significantly to the field of management in engineering, demonstrating that interactive IVR-based training can offer a superior learning experience and enhance safety performance, thereby reducing accident rates and creating safer construction sites.

Effectiveness of Online Interactive Education in Dental Radiology

This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of an interactive education approach in oral and maxillofacial radiology for dentists, utilizing the online interactive educational program Mentimeter. Seven continuing education sessions for dentists in oral and maxillofacial radiology were conducted employing Mentimeter. Following these sessions, surveys gauged participants' responses to the learning method and its effectiveness. The questionnaire comprised 20 questions categorized into convenience, active learning, academic achievement, time management, and lecture quality. Among about 300 participants, 222 responded to the survey, with 74 (33.3%) having prior experience in similar education. Across categories of active learning, academic achievement, and lecture quality, participants consistently rated the method with an average score exceeding 4 out of 5, indicating a highly positive response. Statistically significant gender differences were observed in 9 out of 20 questions, with female respondents providing more positive evaluations than males. Respondents without prior similar education reported enhanced focus and understanding compared to those with experience. No statistically significant differences were observed in other survey questions. In the realm of continuing education in oral and maxillofacial radiology for dentists, the interactive educational program Mentimeter emerges as an effective tool, fostering positive academic achievements through active learning.

Enhancing Data Trustworthiness in Explorative Analysis: An Interactive Approach for Data Quality Monitoring

The volume of data to be analyzed has increased tremendously in recent years. In order to extract knowledge from this data, domain experts gain new insights with the help of graphical analysis tools for explorative analyses. Here, the reliability and trustworthiness of an exploratory analysis is determined by the quality of the underlying data. Existing approaches require manual testing to ensure data quality which is often neglected. This research aims to introduce a novel interactive approach for seamlessly integrating data quality considerations into the process of explorative data analysis conducted by domain experts. We derive requirements, conduct an extensive literature review, and develop an approach that efficiently combines stakeholders’ strengths, allowing unobtrusive data quality integration in interactive analysis. Our approach enhances trustworthiness due to unobtrusive monitoring of data quality within the context of explorative data analysis. Domain experts gain insights more reliably, bridging the gap between technical requirements and domain expertise. In conclusion, our research presents a promising solution for improving the reliability and trustworthiness of explorative data analysis, especially for domain experts who may lack technical knowledge. By seamlessly integrating data quality into the analytical process, we empower domain experts to extract valuable insights from the ever-increasing volume of data, thereby advancing the field of data-driven decision-making.

Students’ perceptions toward providing video-enhanced multimodal feedback on oral presentations

Video feedback is a promising yet underutilized tool in language education, particularly in facilitating speaking performance assessments. This study delves into the specific applications and impacts of video feedback on language learners’ perceptions. It incorporates a mixed-methods approach, including questionnaire responses from twenty participants and in-depth interviews with twelve. The key findings revealed that students significantly favoured video technology over traditional written feedback for their speaking performances. Specifically, over 75% of participants expressed an elevated level of engagement and learning due to the multimodal and dialogic nature of video feedback. This interactive approach resulted in an enriching reflective learning experience, with learners demonstrating heightened awareness of their performance and areas for improvement. The study further identified the added advantage of learning autonomy, with students appreciating the ability to self-assess their performance through video feedback. This research addresses a significant research gap by shifting the focus from teachers’ perspectives to students’ viewpoints, specifically in the context of oral performance. It contributes valuable insights into the provision and efficacy of video-enhanced feedback for spoken language assessment.

Efektivitas metode pengajaran kitab kuning fathul qarib dalam pembelajaran fiqih di ponpes agro nuur el falah

This research aims to increase the effectiveness of the Fathul Qarib yellow book teaching method in learning fiqh at the Agro Nuur El Falah Islamic Boarding School. The yellow book Fathul Qarib was chosen as the main focus because it is one of the primary sources in Islamic studies which has long been used in various traditional Islamic boarding schools. The teaching methods applied include an interactive and participatory approach, using group discussion techniques, critical analysis of texts, and the application of fiqh concepts in the context of everyday life. This research involved participants from the students of the Agro Nuur El Falah Islamic Boarding School who were involved in a fiqh learning program using the yellow book Fathul Qarib. Data was collected through observation, interviews and questionnaires for students' understanding and acceptance of this teaching method. Data analysis was carried out using a qualitative approach to measure the effectiveness of learning methods. The results of the research show that the Fathul Qarib yellow book teaching method significantly increases the understanding of Islamic jurisprudence and the involvement of students in learning. It was also found that the interactive and participatory approach encouraged positive criticism of fiqh concepts, as well as facilitating the integration of Islamic values ​​in everyday life. This research contributes to the development of fiqh learning methods in Islamic boarding schools by exploring the potential of the yellow book Fathul Qarib as an effective teaching resource. The implications of this research can be a guide for Islamic educational institutions in improving the quality of learning and understanding of fiqh concepts among students.

ПРОДУКТИВНЫЕ ВИДЫ РЕЧЕВОЙ ДЕЯТЕЛЬНОСТИ НА УРОКАХ АНГЛИЙСКОГО ЯЗЫКА

Productive Types of Speech Activity at the English Lessons Summary For many centuries, reading as a productive type of speech activity has been one of the most important means of cognition. Reading in the history of mankind arose later than oral speech and on its basis. It has become an autonomous means of communication and knowledge. Complex integrated reading comprehension skill involves active mental activity of a person, including imagination, emotions, existing experienced knowledge. The active role of the reader with his unique individuality contributes to the reconstruction of the meaning of the content of what is being read, determines personal interpretation. Key words: motivation, systematic control, interactive approach, communicative situation, productive

Multicriteria-decision support for master plan scheduling: urban regeneration of an industrial area in Northern Italy

Urban regeneration programs involve a series of intricate activities that utilize human, material, and financial resources, executed at varying times and in diverse manners. Within this complex scenario, a major challenge lies in effectively managing concurrent developments across multiple buildings and infrastructure projects, while also harmonizing the interests of all parties engaged in urban regeneration initiatives. This paper introduces a multi-step strategy designed to enhance and streamline urban management amid the multifaceted decision-making processes characteristic of urban regeneration efforts. Specifically, the multi-criteria decision-making model ELECTRE TRI-B is employed to sort the array of basic tasks within a complex transformation endeavor into priority groups based on various evaluative criteria. To ascertain the significance of these criteria and rank each task according to the interests of the stakeholders likely to be impacted, a panel of specialists, including construction experts, economists, and environmental assessors, is convened. Following this, project actions are organized in a Gantt chart reflecting the construction priority determined by the evaluation model. This approach facilitated the temporal organization of master plan activities, incorporating insights from a broad spectrum of experts including municipal technical staff, professionals, and the community at large. The findings indicate that this comprehensive and interactive approach to performance measurement enabled the handling of extensive datasets and the refinement of financial, economic, environmental, and social resources, all while adhering to logical constraints and urban policy demands.

ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY THROUGH THE DISCOVERY LEARNING MODEL: A STUDY AMONG PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER EDUCATION STUDENTS AT THE FACULTY OF EDUCATION, UNIVERSITAS NEGERI MAKASSAR

This research investigates the impact of the Discovery Learning model on the environmental literacy of students in the Primary School Teacher Education Program (PGSD) at the Faculty of Education (FIP), Universitas Negeri Makassar (UNM). Utilizing an experimental quantitative approach, the study evaluates changes in students’ understanding and skills before and after the implementation of a learning model focused on discovery and exploration. The results indicate a significant increase in the average scores from pretest to posttest, as evidenced by descriptive statistical analysis and confirmed through a T-test with a Sig. (2-tailed) value of less than 0.05. These findings affirm that the Discovery Learning model is effective in enhancing students’ environmental literacy, which encompasses not only theoretical knowledge but also critical, analytical, and reflective thinking skills. The practical implications of this research recommend the integration of the Discovery Learning model into the environmental education curriculum, suggesting a more interactive and student-centered learning approach, and highlighting the importance of continuous education and lifelong learning.

Reduced prevalence of drug-related problems in psychiatric inpatients after implementation of a pharmacist-supported computerized physician order entry system - a retrospective cohort study.

In 2021, a computerized physician order entry (CPOE) system with an integrated clinical decision support system (CDSS) was implemented at a tertiary care center for the treatment of mental health conditions in Lübeck, Germany. To date, no study has been reported on the types and prevalence of drug-related problems (DRPs) before and after CPOE implementation in a psychiatric inpatient setting. The aim of this retrospective before-and-after cohort study was to investigate whether the implementation of a CPOE system with CDSS accompanied by the introduction of regular medication plausibility checks by a pharmacist led to a decrease of DRPs during hospitalization and unsolved DRPs at discharge in psychiatric inpatients. Medication charts and electronic patient records of 54 patients before (cohort I) and 65 patients after (cohort II) CPOE implementation were reviewed retrospectively by a clinical pharmacist. All identified DRPs were collected and classified based on 'The PCNE Classification V9.1', the German database DokuPIK, and the 'NCC MERP Taxonomy of Medication Errors'. 325 DRPs were identified in 54 patients with a mean of 6 DRPs per patient and 151.9 DRPs per 1000 patient days in cohort I. In cohort II, 214 DRPs were identified in 65 patients with a mean of 3.3 DRPs per patient and 81.3 DRPs per 1000 patient days. The odds of having a DRP were significantly lower in cohort II (OR=0.545, 95% CI 0.412-0.721, p<0.001). The most frequent DRP in cohort I was an erroneous prescription (n=113, 34.8%), which was significantly reduced in cohort II (n=12, 5.6%, p<0.001). During the retrospective in-depth review, more DRPs were identified than during the daily plausibility analyses. At hospital discharge, patients had significantly less unsolved DRPs in cohort II than in cohort I. The implementation of a CPOE system with an integrated CDSS reduced the overall prevalence of DRPs, especially of prescription errors, and led to a smaller rate of unsolved DRPs in psychiatric inpatients at hospital discharge. Not all DRPs were found by plausibility analyses based on the medication charts. A more interactive and interdisciplinary patient-oriented approach might result in the resolution of more DRPs.

Analysis of distance higher education: perception of teachers in the city of Maricá/RJ with training in distance learning

This work investigated the quality of distance higher education through a questionnaire applied to basic education professionals in the city of Maricá/RJ. The research involved the participation of 30 volunteers and aimed to evaluate various aspects related to the teaching and learning process, infrastructure, methodologies and interaction between teachers and students. The methodology adopted consisted of applying a questionnaire containing open and closed questions addressing the aspects. The questionnaire was administered online using the Google Forms platform. The results obtained revealed the professionals' perception of the quality of the distance learning in which they were students. The research concludes that the use of technological tools can significantly contribute to improving distance learning if interactive approaches and quality resources are adopted. Based on the results, it is suggested that institutions focus on personalizing teaching, online interaction, and training teachers to ensure high-quality distance education.

Teaching/Learning Philosophy In High School: Case Of Congo

This article is a study and research carried out among students in final year literary classes and Philosophy teachers, at the Nganga Edouard high school in Brazzaville Congo), during the 2019-2020 school year. We wanted to answer the following question: what are the didactic and pedagogical problems that philosophy teachers encounter in the transmission of knowledge related to existence and its problems? This question is linked to the didactics and pedagogy of philosophy in high school. Propose didactics and pedagogy of philosophy, more adapted to the theme entitled “the philosophical teaching of existence and its problems”. We arrive at the following results: the difficulties of philosophical teaching on existence and its problems in literary final year classes are linked to the misuse of didactics and pedagogy by teachers; the theme of existence and its problems is not well taught in high school because of the limitations experienced by teachers regarding the methodical explanation of the subjects; the teaching of this theme is too theoretical and far from the real existence and daily experience of learners. We suggest an interactive didactic approach; a participatory pedagogy; an integration of the real problems of the learners' existence, in the content of the lessons.

UPAYA MENINGKATKAN MOTIVASI ANAK-ANAK PUTUS SEKOLAH MELALUI SEKOLAH PAKET DI DESA KUTA

This community service activity aims to motivate out-of-school children to return to school through school packages. This research included out-of-school children aged 13-16 years in Kuta Village, especially in Warudoyong Village Rt 02 Megamendung District. Data collection was carried out through observation and interviews. The data was analyzed descriptively and qualitatively with the stages of data collection, data reduction, and conclusion. The results of this program reveal that children who have dropped out of school in Kuta Village have various reasons for taking package schools, including economic constraints, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, environmental influences, and family support. The children decided to attend a package school organized by PKBM as an alternative to continuing their education. This package school is presented with an exciting and interactive learning approach, including digital technology and outdoor activities. There are three main factors revealed, namely: (1) economics, (2) environment, and (3) motivation play an essential role in the decision of out-of-school children to take package schools. Even though they face several challenges, such as feeling lazy in studying, these children feel motivated to continue their education to a higher level after completing package school. This program shows the importance of government, schools/universities, and families' collaborative efforts in supporting out-of-school children to get a better education and achieve their dreams.

Bimodal Visualization of Industrial X-Ray and Neutron Computed Tomography Data.

Advanced manufacturing creates increasingly complex objects with material compositions that are often difficult to characterize by a single modality. Our collaborating domain scientists are going beyond traditional methods by employing both X-ray and neutron computed tomography to obtain complementary representations expected to better resolve material boundaries. However, the use of two modalities creates its own challenges for visualization, requiring either complex adjustments of bimodal transfer functions or the need for multiple views. Together with experts in nondestructive evaluation, we designed a novel interactive bimodal visualization approach to create a combined view of the co-registered X-ray and neutron acquisitions of industrial objects. Using an automatic topological segmentation of the bivariate histogram of X-ray and neutron values as a starting point, the system provides a simple yet effective interface to easily create, explore, and adjust a bimodal visualization. We propose a widget with simple brushing interactions that enables the user to quickly correct the segmented histogram results. Our semiautomated system enables domain experts to intuitively explore large bimodal datasets without the need for either advanced segmentation algorithms or knowledge of visualization techniques. We demonstrate our approach using synthetic examples, industrial phantom objects created to stress bimodal scanning techniques, and real-world objects, and we discuss expert feedback.

IMF-MF: Interactive moment localization with adaptive multimodal fusion and self-attention

Precise video moment retrieval is crucial for enabling users to locate specific moments within a large video corpus. This paper presents Interactive Moment Localization with Multimodal Fusion (IMF-MF), a novel interactive moment localization with multimodal fusion model that leverages the power of self-attention to achieve state-of-the-art performance. IMF-MF effectively integrates query context and multimodal features, including visual and audio information, to accurately localize moments of interest. The model operates in two distinct phases: feature fusion and joint representation learning. The first phase dynamically calculates fusion weights for adapting the combination of multimodal video content, ensuring that the most relevant features are prioritized. The second phase employs bi-directional attention to tightly couple video and query features into a unified joint representation for moment localization. This joint representation captures long-range dependencies and complex patterns, enabling the model to effectively distinguish between relevant and irrelevant video segments. The effectiveness of IMF-MF is demonstrated through comprehensive evaluations on three benchmark datasets: TVR for closed-world TV episodes and Charades for open-world user-generated videos, DiDeMo dataset, Open-world, diverse video moment retrieval dataset. The empirical results indicate that the proposed approach surpasses existing state-of-the-art methods in terms of retrieval accuracy, as evaluated by metrics like Recall (R1, R5, R10, and R100) and Intersection-of-Union (IoU). The results consistently demonstrate IMF-MF’s superior performance compared to existing state-of-the-art methods, highlighting the benefits of its innovative interactive moment localization approach and the use of self-attention for feature representation and attention modeling.