Interactive Program Research Articles

Online International Peer Interaction: An Exploration of Impacts on Comprehensive Competencies, Global Perspectives, and Cross- Cultural Communication Skills

With the increasing trend of globalization and the rapid advancement of information technology, online learning platforms such as Zoom are becoming increasingly influential in the field of education. The focus of this study was the online international peer interaction based on the Zoom platform, detailing how such interaction programs are conducted and exploring in depth the specific impacts of this interaction mode on students’ comprehensive competencies, global perspectives, and cross-cultural communication skills. This research not only provides new practical references for online learning and international education but also offers new research perspectives and directions for educators and researchers.

Quantitative patterns of visual impairment and recovery in children with brain injury.

Brain injury can cause many distinct types of visual impairment in children, but these deficits are difficult to quantify due to co-morbid deficits in communication and cognition. Clinicians must instead rely on low-resolution, subjective judgements of simple reactions to handheld stimuli, which limits treatment potential. We have developed an interactive assessment program called the Visual Ladder, which uses gaze-based responses to intuitive, game-like tasks to address the lack of broad-spectrum quantified data on the visual abilities of children with brain injury. Here, we present detailed metrics on eye movements, field asymmetries, contrast sensitivity, and other critical visual abilities measured longitudinally using the Ladder in hospitalized children with varying types and degrees of brain injury, many of whom were previously considered untestable. Our findings show which abilities are most likely to exhibit recovery and reveal how distinct patterns of task outcomes defined unique diagnostic clusters of visual impairment.

A randomized controlled trial of the Happy, Healthy, Loved personalized text-message program for new parent couples: impact on breastfeeding self-efficacy and mood

BackgroundBreastfeeding self-efficacy has been identified as an important influence on breastfeeding outcomes. Among new parent couples, partners are uniquely positioned to be sources of support for developing breastfeeding self-efficacy, yet few breastfeeding programs have attempted to involve partners directly. The purpose of this study was to test the impact of a novel program, Happy, Healthy, Loved, on breastfeeding self-efficacy and maternal mood through emphasizing partner support and actively addressing postpartum-specific stress management in a tailored text message delivery program.MethodsA randomized trial was conducted in which primiparous mother-partner dyads intending to exclusively breastfeed were recruited at midwestern hospitals 2–3 days after delivery. The clinical trial was pre-registered at clinicaltrials.gov (#NCT04578925, registration date 7/24/2020). Couples were randomized to receive intervention or an attentional control. Couples randomized to the intervention group then completed a brief interactive educational tablet program together (Happy, Healthy, Loved), followed by 6 weeks of tailored text messages providing reminders, coping strategies, and motivational milestones to improve breastfeeding self-efficacy. Participants in the control group received usual care followed by 6 weeks of attentional control text messages about infant development. Surveys were delivered at baseline, 6 weeks, and 6 months postpartum to both mother and partner to assess breastfeeding self-efficacy, mood, and social support (n = 62 couples).ResultsOutcomes of ANCOVA with baseline self-efficacy as a covariate showed a significant effect of intervention on 6 months breastfeeding self-efficacy when compared to control group. No other significant differences were found at 6 weeks or 6 months postpartum in breastfeeding self-efficacy, depressive or anxious symptoms.ConclusionsResults of the present investigation suggest that a text-based dyad intervention improved breastfeeding self-efficacy at 6 months, but not 6 weeks, postpartum, indicating that text-based mother-partner interventions are a promising direction to continue exploring in postpartum health research.Trial registrationClinicaltrials.gov #NCT04578925.

Соціальна інженерія як загроза кібербезпеці: методи запобігання та захисту

The relevance of the study of social engineering is due to the ever-growing number of cyberattacks that use the human factor as the main penetration vector. Attackers, using various methods such as phishing, vishing, pretexting, and others, cause significant damage to organisations by stealing confidential data, undermining reputation, and disrupting the smooth operation of business processes. The growth of social engineering-related cyberattacks requires improving the legal framework and developing new cybersecurity standards. The article analyses modern methods of social engineering, their impact on information systems and organisations, and identifies the main areas of protection against these threats. Particular attention is paid to the role of the human factor in cybersecurity and the need for an integrated approach that combines technical, organisational and educational measures. Particular attention is paid to the challenges associated with the human factor in cybersecurity systems, as well as the importance of an integrated approach to combating these threats. The author substantiates the need to integrate cybersecurity education and training programmes to reduce the risk of successful social engineering attacks. Prospects for further research are identified, in particular in the development of interactive training programmes to raise user awareness and the development of new algorithms for the automatic detection of social attack attempts

Penyuluhan dalam Membangun Kesadaran Moral dan Etika di Era Digital bagi Ikatan Remaja Masjid Al-Lathifah Cikarang Barat

The implementation of this community service aims to increase moral and ethical awareness in the digital era among teenagers from the Al-Lathifah Mosque Youth Association, West Cikarang, through a structured and interactive counseling program. In its implementation, community service involves four main steps: preparation, planning, implementation, and evaluation. In the preparation stage, surveys and discussions were carried out to determine teenagers' needs regarding digital ethics. Next, at the planning stage, outreach materials are prepared thoroughly and delivery methods are chosen carefully. The outreach includes lectures, group discussions, and interactive activities designed to strengthen understanding and application of digital ethics in everyday life. Evaluation was carried out using questionnaires and in-depth interviews to measure changes in participants' understanding and attitudes. The results of this research show that there is a significant increase in digital moral and ethical awareness among teenagers after attending the counseling. This program has also succeeded in creating an environment that supports the development of better character. Thus, this outreach program has made a positive contribution to increasing digital moral and ethical awareness and could be an example for similar programs in the future.

Development of Standalone Extended-Reality-Supported Interactive Industrial Robot Programming System

Extended reality (XR) is one of the most important technologies in developing a new generation of human–machine interfaces (HMIs). In this study, the design and implementation of a standalone interactive XR-supported industrial robot programming system using the Unity game engine is presented. The presented research aims to achieve a cross-platform solution that enables novel tools for robot programming, trajectory validation, and robot programming debugging within an extended reality environment. From a robotics perspective, key design tasks include modeling in the Unity environment based on robot CAD models and control design, which include inverse kinematics solution, trajectory planner development, and motion controller set-up. Furthermore, the integration of real-time vision, touchscreen interaction, and AR/VR headset interaction are involved within the overall system development. A comprehensive approach to integrating Unity with established industrial robot modeling conventions and control strategies is presented. The proposed modeling, control, and programming concepts, procedures, and algorithms are verified using a 6DoF robot with revolute joints. The benefits and challenges of using a standalone XR-supported interactive industrial robot programming system compared to integrated Unity–robotics development frameworks are discussed.

An Interactive Electronic Program Based on the Aesthetic Approach for Developing Reflective Writing Skills Among Secondary School Students

An Interactive Electronic Program Based on the Aesthetic Approach for Developing Reflective Writing Skills Among Secondary School Students

INNOVATIVE APPROACHES THROUGH INTERFAITH DIALOGUE FOR RESOLVING FARMERS-HERDERS DISPUTES IN SOUTHWEST NIGERIA’S SELECTED COMMUNITIES

This study explores the farmer-herder conflict in Southwest Nigeria and the potential of interfaith dialogue as a novel approach to achieving sustainable peace. The paper argues that traditional methods of conflict resolution have proven inadequate and highlights the transformative potential of dialogue in fostering empathy, understanding, and collaboration between these often-antagonistic groups. Drawing on a multi-pronged methodological approach that combines secondary source analysis with primary data collected through interviews with key stakeholders, the research delves into the root causes of the conflict, including population growth, resource scarcity, and historical grievances. The paper emphasizes the devastating consequences of these clashes, including internal displacement, livelihood destruction, and loss of life. Through the lens of Leonard Swidler's Decalogue of Dialogue, the study outlines a framework for interfaith dialogue initiatives. This framework emphasizes open communication, mutual respect, a willingness to learn from each other, and a commitment to finding common ground. The research highlights the importance of addressing underlying grievances while also promoting innovative solutions such as sustainable cattle rearing practices and collaborative land-use policies. The study concludes that by implementing interfaith dialogue strategies alongside educational components, economic incentives for peaceful coexistence, and social interaction programs, stakeholders can cultivate a culture of peace and build a more prosperous future for all communities involved. This research contributes to the field of conflict resolution by advocating for a nuanced approach that acknowledges the religious dimensions of the farmer-herder conflict while emphasizing the importance of intergroup dialogue and collaboration. The emphasis on interfaith dialogue as a tool for peace-building offers a valuable addition to existing scholarship on conflict resolution in Southwest Nigeria. Limitations of the study include its focus on a specific region and the reliance on self-reported data from interviews. Future research should explore the long-term effectiveness of interfaith dialogue initiatives and investigate their applicability in diverse cultural contexts. By continuing to refine and expand the toolkit of interfaith dialogue, scholars and practitioners can make significant strides towards fostering peace and social cohesion in conflict-ridden regions.

Canonical and noncanonical roles of Hop1 are crucial for meiotic prophase in the fungus Sordaria macrospora.

We show here that in the fungus Sordaria macrospora, the meiosis-specific HORMA-domain protein Hop1 is not essential for the basic early events of chromosome axis development, recombination initiation, or recombination-mediated homolog coalignment/pairing. In striking contrast, Hop1 plays a critical role at the leptotene/zygotene transition which is defined by transition from pairing to synaptonemal complex (SC) formation. During this transition, Hop1 is required for maintenance of normal axis structure, formation of SC from telomere to telomere, and development of recombination foci. These hop1Δ mutant defects are DSB dependent and require Sme4/Zip1-mediated progression of the interhomolog interaction program, potentially via a pre-SC role. The same phenotype occurs not only in hop1Δ but also in absence of the cohesin Rec8 and in spo76-1, a non-null mutant of cohesin-associated Spo76/Pds5. Thus, Hop1 and cohesins collaborate at this crucial step of meiotic prophase. In addition, analysis of 4 non-null mutants that lack this transition defect reveals that Hop1 also plays important roles in modulation of axis length, homolog-axis juxtaposition, interlock resolution, and spreading of the crossover interference signal. Finally, unexpected variations in crossover density point to the existence of effects that both enhance and limit crossover formation. Links to previously described roles of the protein in other organisms are discussed.

Pemberdayaan Literasi Dan Numerasi Untuk Meningkatkan Prestasi Siswadi Sd Negeri 17 Tanjung Selamat

The literacy and numeracy empowerment program implemented at SD Negeri 17 Tanjung Selamat was designed to directly address the challenges faced by students in essential reading, writing, and mathematics skills. The program was developed with an active learning approach that prioritizes direct student engagement through various innovative teaching methods. In addition, the program also emphasizes the use of media and technology to enrich the teaching and learning process and involvearents and the community in creating a holistic and supportive educational environment. The methods used include teacher training, provision of learning aids and interactive programs designed to motivate students.The program results showed significant improvements in students' literacy and numeracy skills, with better test scores after the program was implemented. Teachers and parents also engaged more, creating a supportive and holistic learning environment. Technology has proven effective in making learning more exciting and interactive. At the same time, community support helps enrich educational resources. In conclusion, the program has succeeded in improving the quality of education at SD Negeri 17 Tanjung Selamat through a comprehensive and collaborative approach, providing a solid foundation for students' academic development and critical thinking skills

Educational Interface of Load Flow Methods Using Matlab Graphic User’s Interface Software

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'She Has The Heart!’ Communicative Strategies of the Linguistic Expressions of Illnesses in Jordanian Arabic and the Effect of Religion in Their Manifestation

This article explores how illnesses are linguistically expressed in Jordanian Arabic (JA). It also investigates the extent to which religion and social norms influence this expression. To this end, we collected authentic data from a number of interactions of JA speakers, particularly within interactive radio and TV programs addressing various life issues, where discussions about illness arise. A total of 834 linguistic expressions of illnesses were found and categorized according to the type of illnesses and the inflicted organ. Afterwards, we interviewed 13 participants to identify the major factors responsible for the use of the expressive strategies of illnesses in JA. Our results indicate that illnesses in JA are predominantly expressed by two distinct sets of expressive strategies: euphemistic expressive strategies (EESs) and non-euphemistic expressive strategies (NEESs). The former are used with cancer and mental health disorders and essentially include the replacement of the name of the illness with a religious expression or a conventional term. On the other hand, NEESs are used to express other illnesses (e.g., heart problems, diabetes, etc.). The effects of (folk) religious beliefs and social norms in determining the use of these expressive strategies are discussed. A number of implications for future research are highlighted.

Strengthening health visitors’ breastfeeding support: Results from a cluster randomised study

AimsTo assess the effect of the education programme on three constructs of health visitors’ breastfeeding support: knowledge, self-efficacy and action competence. Furthermore, the study aimed to confirm the factor structure of these three constructs. BackgroundHealth professionals are key in supporting breastfeeding women but studies report gaps in health professionals’ breastfeeding support knowledge and competences. The present intervention study aimed to strengthen the breastfeeding support of families to improve breastfeeding rates. Health visitors received an interactive education programme to enhance their breastfeeding support knowledge, self-efficacy and action competence, including e-learning and a two-day course of lectures, role plays and discussions. DesignA pre- and post-test study was applied in a cluster randomised trial MethodsCluster units were Danish municipal health visiting programmes, randomised by stratifying for region and annual births per cluster. Health visitors from 21 clusters (11 intervention, 10 control) participated. The knowledge, self-efficacy and action competence were assessed in self-reported questionnaires before and after education (n=368; intervention n=176, control n=196). To analyse the effects, the intention-to-treat principle and linear mixed models were applied. Confirmatory Factor Analysis was used to confirm the factor structures of the hypothesised knowledge, self-efficacy and action competence constructs. Results158 health visitors in the control arm and 157 in the intervention arm completed the baseline questionnaire and were analysed in intention-to-treat analyses. 125 and 116, respectively, completed the follow-up questionnaire and were analysed in sensitivity analyses. Health visitors in both trial arms had high levels of self-efficacy and action competence at baseline. Mean treatment effect of the education programme was 0.5 points (CI95 % 0.1–0.8) for knowledge, 2.4 points (CI95 % 1.6–3.3) for self-efficacy and 1.4 points (CI95 % 0.7–2.0) for action competence. The factor structure of the items used to measure knowledge, self-efficacy and action competence were confirmed. ConclusionsThe education programme improved the self-reported breastfeeding support knowledge, self-efficacy and action competence of health visitors. The factor structures of the instruments used to measure effects were confirmed by confirmatory factor analysis. Trial registrationClinical Trials: NCT05311631. First posted April 5, 2022.

Using interactive Jupyter Notebooks and BioConda for FAIR and reproducible biomolecular simulation workflows.

Interactive Jupyter Notebooks in combination with Conda environments can be used to generate FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable and Reusable/Reproducible) biomolecular simulation workflows. The interactive programming code accompanied by documentation and the possibility to inspect intermediate results with versatile graphical charts and data visualization is very helpful, especially in iterative processes, where parameters might be adjusted to a particular system of interest. This work presents a collection of FAIR notebooks covering various areas of the biomolecular simulation field, such as molecular dynamics (MD), protein-ligand docking, molecular checking/modeling, molecular interactions, and free energy perturbations. Workflows can be launched with myBinder or easily installed in a local system. The collection of notebooks aims to provide a compilation of demonstration workflows, and it is continuously updated and expanded with examples using new methodologies and tools.

Simulation-Based Telemedicine Training Program for Residents in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation: A Virtual Standardized Patient Activity

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in a new era of healthcare delivery, emphasizing the crucial role of telemedicine. This study aimed to address the training needs of physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) residents in telemedicine through an Interactive Virtual Telemedicine training program utilizing standardized patient methodology. Methods: A tailored virtual standardized patient simulation module was developed for PM&R residents. Prior to the training, residents completed pre-training questionnaires. The training consisted of (1) a 2-hour classroom didactic session covering telemedicine strategies for conducting physical examinations and triaging, as well as anticipated challenges. (2) a 2-hour zoom telemedicine simulation training exposed residents to three distinct patient scenarios (sickle cell crisis, acute low back pain, and neurorehabilitation). (3) a three-stage debriefing tool was employed for post-training reflection. Results: Eight PM&R residents, predominantly males, with varying prior exposure to telemedicine, participated in the study. Post-training evaluations indicated that residents overwhelmingly found the simulation-based telemedicine training valuable and worth the didactic time invested. Data analysis demonstrated a significant increase in residents’ knowledge and confidence in telemedicine skills. Discussion: The study’s findings suggest that the telemedicine training program effectively enhanced residents’ understanding and confidence in telemedicine skills. Future research endeavors could involve a larger and more diverse group of residents to further assess training effectiveness and gather a wider array of perspectives on telemedicine. Expanding the use of standardized patients in telemedicine simulation training holds promise for advancing medical education in this evolving healthcare landscape.

What does trust have to do with it? Training consumers to detect digital imposter scams

Purpose One of the insidious effects of government and business imposter scams is the potential erosion of trust among defrauded consumers. This study aims to assess the relationship between prior imposter scam victimization and present ability to discriminate between real and fake digital communications from government agencies and retail companies. Design/methodology/approach This paper tests whether a short, interactive training can help consumers correctly identify imposter scams without mistrusting legitimate communications. Participants were randomized into one of two control groups or to one of two training conditions: written tips on identifying digital imposter scams, or an interactive fraud detection training program. Participants were tested on their ability to correctly label emails, websites and letters as real or a scam. Findings This paper find that prior imposter scam victimization is not associated with greater mistrust. Compared to the control conditions, both written tips and interactive digital fraud detection training improved identification of real communications and scams; however, after a two- to three-week delay, the effect of training decreases for scam detection. Originality/value Results indicate that prior imposter scam victimization is not associated with mistrust, and that one-time fraud detection training improves consumers’ detection of imposter scams but has limited long-term effectiveness.

Engaging Law Enforcement Employees in Mental Health Help-Seeking: Examining the Utilization of Interactive Screening Program and Motivational Interviewing Techniques.

The Interactive Screening Program (ISP) is an anonymous screening and dialogue platform used in workplaces to encourage mental health help-seeking. This study examined utilization of ISP among law enforcement workplaces and assessed how motivational interviewing techniques were associated with various help-seeking outcomes. This retrospective study used secondary ISP screening and dialogue data collected from 2013 to 2019 at four law enforcement workplaces or unions (N = 691). Independent variables include counselors' use of motivational interviewing techniques in their dialogue such as asking questions and showing empathy in their response. Help-seeking outcomes include requesting a referral, making a commitment to counseling services, decreased ambivalence about mental health services, and increased willingness to seek future services. Two-thirds of participants screened within the high distress level of ISP. Among them, 53% responded to the counselor's initial email and 50% of those who responded requested a referral for future services. Binary logistic regression models showed that counselors' use of confrontation in the dialogue was associated with improved willingness to seek services among ISP users (OR = 2.88, 95% CI = 1.24, 6.64). Further, ISP users who accessed ISP through their workplace peer support program, as compared to their employee assistance program (EAP), are more likely to show decreased ambivalence about seeking future services over time (OR = 0.28, 95% CI = 0.09, 0.80). This study demonstrates that the anonymous ISP program can successfully engage employees with high distress levels, including employees with suicidal ideation. Results highlight the importance of customizing ISP counselors' responses to be responsive for law enforcement employees.

#1309 Case-based online medical education improves physicians’ knowledge and competence in the healthcare of patients with type 2 diabetes and CKD

Abstract Background and Aims Kidney disease, including chronic kidney disease (CKD), affects more than 850 million people globally. At least 40% of people with diabetes develop CKD, and many progress to end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) and kidney failure. Globally, diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure requiring transplantation or dialysis. The risk of both progression to kidney failure and cardiovascular (CV) events is significantly elevated in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) and CKD. Both T2D and CKD are CV disease (CVD) risk multipliers. Patients at early stages of CKD are more likely to die of CVD than they are to progress to ESKD. The goal of this online medical education activity was for learners to better acknowledge serious health risks associated with CKD in patients with T2D and have greater awareness of the availability of novel treatment options shown to reduce the risk of associated complications. Method An interactive text-based educational program including two detailed patient cases challenges clinicians to apply most recent evidence-based guideline recommendations. Detailed scenarios prompt learners to determine the correct treatment and follow-up for the patient with expert commentaries providing in-depth advice at each stage and a conclusion at the end of the program. Educational effect was assessed using a repeated-pair design with pre-/post-assessment. 3 multiple choice questions assessed knowledge/competence, 1 question rated on a Likert-type scale assessed confidence. A paired samples t-test was conducted on overall average number of correct responses and for confidence rating, a McNemar's test was conducted at the question level (5% significance level). Cohen's d with correction for paired samples estimated the effect size of the education on number of correct responses. Data collection from 24 February 2023 to 20 April 2023. Results Conclusion Participation of PCP and NEPH in an interactive case-based online medical educational program improved their knowledge, competence and confidence in the management of patients with T2D and CKD.

A Smart Interactive Programming Assistant for Error-Free Coding

This paper is aimed to make the programming easier and user friendly to the beginners. The programming tools use compilers which convert high level language to low level language. For efficiency the code should be error free and optimized code. Beginners find it very difficult to resolve the errors and to optimize their code. This project proposes an intelligent interactive programming tool which guides the programmers by correcting the basic errors they commit. The system provides a speech interface where the speech is converted into text with proper syntactic arrangements and resolves ambiguities. In addition to this, common syntactic errors made by the users can be identified interactively and are highlighted, thus helping the users to do programming in a user-friendly way. It uses Google API for speech recognition and its converted to the syntactic form of C++ programming language. Errors are highlighted by first splitting errors using java regular expressions and then highlighting to identify the common errors that occur during compilation. Therefore, this project will be very much helpful not only for novice programmers to correct the errors in the early stage with interactive comments.

Improving Teaching at Scale: Can AI Be Incorporated Into Professional Development to Create Interactive, Personalized Learning for Teachers?

Scalable and accessible professional development programs have the potential to address the opportunity gap many teachers experience. Yet many asynchronous online programs lack interaction with and timely feedback to teachers. We addressed this problem by developing a virtual, interactive program that uses intelligent tutoring systems to provide just‐in‐time feedback to teachers. We conducted a randomized controlled trial with teachers across the United States in which teachers were assigned to either this program or no additional training. We found that teachers who completed our program ( N = 29) used mathematically richer tasks and created a more coherent, connected learning environment for students to build conceptual understandings than did teachers who were in the business‐as‐usual condition ( N = 23).