Internet-based Information Research Articles

Forensic psychological procedures in cases of technology-facilitated sexual abuse among adolescents: A scoping review.

Technology-facilitated sexual abuse refers to the use of information and communication technologies to facilitate both virtual and in-person sexual crimes. Research on this topic has focused on rates, risk factors, and consequences. This scoping review aims to understand whether and how forensic psychological procedures are adapted to assess adolescent victims and how Internet-based information might be useful as complementary data. Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extensions for Scoping Reviews guidelines, searches were conducted in April 2023 in five electronic databases to include Portuguese, Spanish, or English quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-method peer-reviewed studies. Of the 2523 studies, six were considered eligible. Identified procedures include forensic interviews following the National Institute for Child Health and Human Development Protocol, and risk and trauma assessments. While discussing technology's role in abuse during interviews was informative, confronting adolescents with evidence of their abuse had adverse effects on their testimony and recovery. The assessment tools often had a narrow focus or overlooked the abuse unless explicitly disclosed, implied a referral, or when safeguarding concerns were raised. Clinical, forensic, and criminal implications are elaborated.

Implementasi REST API Web Services pada Aplikasi Sumber Daya Manusia

Human resources management is a vital component within any organization, serving as a valuable asset and a driving force. However, many companies face challenges when it comes to managing employee data, processing leave requests, and generating accurate salary reports, often relying on cumbersome manual processes. This research aims to address these challenges by implementing a REST API (Representational State Transfer Application Programming Interface) in a web-based human resources application. The REST API is carefully built using the Laravel framework, adhering to REST architecture principles to ensure security during internet-based information exchange. The development methodology employed for this application is the waterfall method, a sequential and structured approach to software development. Through these enhancements, this application is expected to significantly assist HR departments in efficiently managing employee data, expediting leave request processing, and simplifying the generation of comprehensive reports. The anticipated outcomes of this research are expected to equip HR professionals with the necessary tools to efficiently navigate these intricate tasks, ultimately enhancing organizational efficiency and effectiveness.

The Collapse of the Digital Public Space: A Critical Examination of Speed Politics in the Information Mediation Space

Digital public space is a communication space formed by internet-based information media, such as social media, blogs, forums, and so on. Digital public space has the potential to become a space for democratization, participation and public deliberation, which can improve the quality of democracy and social welfare. However, the digital public sphere also faces challenges and threats from speed politics, namely communication practices dominated by the logic of speed, efficiency and competition, which can reduce the quality and depth of public discourse. The politics of speed can lead to the collapse of the digital public sphere, which is characterized by phenomena such as polarization, disinformation, populism, trolling, hate speech, and so on. This article aims to conduct a critical analysis of the politics of speed in the information media space, using the theoretical framework of Paul Virilio, Jürgen Habermas, and Manuel Castells. This article also provides several recommendations for overcoming the negative impacts of speed politics, such as increasing media literacy, strengthening regulations, and building inclusive and deliberative online communities.

Can different information channels promote farmers' adoption of Agricultural Green Production Technologies? Empirical insights from Sichuan Province.

Information accessibility is a pivotal factor influencing farmers' adoption of Agricultural Green Production Technologies (AGPT). However, the widespread issue of information poverty presents a significant obstacle to this adoption process, thereby hindering the progression towards sustainable agricultural development. To address this information deficit, farmers have begun to utilize the Internet and participate in government-led onsite assembly training programs to acquire the necessary knowledge. Yet there is still a lack of research evidence on the effectiveness and comparative advantages of internet and offline training. This study explores the impact of various information access channels on farmers' adoption of green production technologies in agriculture, focusing on a sample of 731 family farms located in Sichuan Province. The issue of endogeneity was addressed using the Conditional Mixed Process Estimation Method. The sample underwent a t-test and heterogeneity analysis. The findings revealed that both internet-based information access and participation in training significantly bolstered farmers' adoption of AGPT, with the former proving to be more effective. Notably, heterogeneity was observed among farmers, differentiated by age and the number of village cadres within their family units.

Peningkatan Kematangan Pilihan Karir Peserta Didik Melalui Layanan Informasi Bermuatan Internet

The purpose of this study are: 1) to describe the implementation of Internet-based information services in an effort to increase the consolidation of students' career choices. 2) Obtaining Increased Consolidation of Student Career Choices through Internet-Based Information ServicesThe results of research on Strengthening Career Choices Students in the Pre-Cycle obtained a score of 14 (47%) in the Poor category, in Cycle I obtained an average score of 20 (67%) in the Enough category and in Cycle II obtained an average score of 2 (87%) in the Very Good category.The conclusions of this study are: "1. Internet-Based Information Services can Increase the Consolidation of Student Career Choices. 2. Consolidating Student Career Choices can be increased through Internet-Based Information Services, Consolidation of Student Career Choices in Cycle I obtained a score of 77 (76%) in the Enough category. Cycle II obtained a score of 91 (79%) in the Good category.

Evaluation of quality and readability of internet information on voice disorders

ObjectivesThe purpose of this study is to evaluate the readability and quality of Internet information related to vocal health, voice disorders and voice therapy. Study designThis is a cross-sectional study. MethodsEighty-two websites were included. Websites were then analyzed; their origin (clinic/hospital, non-profit, government), quality (Health On the Net [HON] certification and DISCERN scores) and readability (Ateşman readability formula and Bezirci-Yılmaz new readability formula) were assessed. Statistical analysis was used to examine differences between website origin and quality and readability scores and correlations between readability instruments. ResultsOf the 82 websites, 93% were of private clinic/hospital, 6% were of non-profit organisation and 1% were of government. None of the 82 websites were HON certification, and the mean score of the item determining the general quality measure in DISCERN was 1.83 in a five-point scale. The mean of Ateşman readability formula value was calculated as 50.46 (±8.16). This value is defined as ‘moderately hard’ according to the readability scale. The average of Bezirci-Yılmaz new readability formula value is 13.85 (±3.48). This value is defined as 13th and 14th grade. ConclusionsThe quality of Internet-based health information about the voice is generally inadequate, and the sites examined in this study may be limited due to high readability levels. This may be a problem in people with poor literacy skills. For this reason, it is very important for speech and language therapists and other health professionals to evaluate and monitor the quality and readability of Internet-based information.

Designing a Mobile e-Coaching App for Immigrant Informal Caregivers: Qualitative Study Using the Persuasive System Design Model.

Informal caregivers are vital in caring for their family and friends at home who may have illnesses or disabilities. In particular, the demands for caregiving can be even more challenging for those with limited resources, support systems, and language barriers, such as immigrant informal caregivers. They face complex challenges in providing care for their relatives. These challenges can be related to sociocultural diversity, language barriers, and health care system navigation. Acknowledging the global context of the increasing number of immigrants is essential in designing inclusive mobile health apps. This study aims to investigate the needs of immigrant informal caregivers in Sweden and discuss the application of the Persuasive System Design Model (PSDM) to develop an e-coaching prototype. By addressing the unique challenges faced by immigrant informal caregivers, this study will contribute to the development of more effective and inclusive mobile health apps. The participants were considered immigrants and included in the study if they and their parents were born outside of Sweden. Through various channels, such as the National Association of Relatives, rehabilitation departments at municipalities, and immigrant groups, we recruited 13 immigrant informal caregivers. These immigrant informal caregivers were primarily women aged 18 to 40 years. Most participants belonged to the Middle Eastern region whereas some were from North Africa. However, all of them spoke Arabic. We used semistructured interviews to gather data from the participants in Arabic, which were translated into English. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis and discussed in relation to the extended PSDM. The needs of the caregivers were compared with the description of persuasive design principles, and a design principle was chosen based on the match. The PSDM was extended if the need description did not match any principles. Several brainstorming and prototyping sessions were conducted to design the mobile e-coaching app. Immigrant informal caregivers have various needs in their caregiving role. They reported a need for training on the illness and future caregiving needs, assistance with understanding the Swedish language and culture, and help with accessing internet-based information and services. They also required recognition and appreciation for their efforts, additional informal support, and easy access to health care services, which can be important for their mental health. The PSDM was adapted to the informal caregiving context by adding "facilitating conditions" and "verbal encouragement" as additional persuasive design principles. This study also presents the subsequent mobile e-coaching app for immigrant informal caregivers in Sweden. This study revealed important immigrant informal caregivers' needs based on which design suggestions for a mobile e-coaching app were presented. We also proposed an adapted PSDM, for the informal caregiving context. The adapted PSDM can be further used to design digital interventions for caregiving.

Readability and Quality of Online Information on Sickle Cell Retinopathy for Patients

PurposeThis study aims to evaluate the readability and quality of internet-based health information on sickle cell retinopathy. DesignThe study is a retrospective cross-sectional website analysis. MethodsTo simulate a patient's online search, the terms “sickle cell retinopathy” and “sickle cell disease in the eye” were entered into the top three search engines (Google, Bing and Yahoo). The first 20 results of each search were retrieved and screened for analysis. The DISCERN questionnaire, the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) standards and the Health on the Net (HON) criteria were used to evaluate the quality of the information. The Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level (FKGL), the Flesch Reading Ease (FRES) and the Automated Readability Index (ARI) were used to assess the readability of each website. ResultsOut of 16 online sources, 12 (75%) scored moderately on the DISCERN tool. The mean DISCERN score was 40.91 (SD 10.39; maximum possible, 80). None of the sites met all the JAMA benchmarks and only three (18.75%) of the websites had HONcode certification. All the websites had scores above the target American Medical Association grade level of six on both the FKGL and ARI. The mean FRES was 57.76 (±4.61), below the recommended FRES of 80-90. ConclusionThere is limited online information available on sickle cell retinopathy. Most included websites were fairly difficult to read and of substandard quality. The quality and readability of internet-based patient-focused information on sickle cell retinopathy needs to be improved.

Prominent Targets for Cancer Care: Immunotherapy Perspective

Objective: Recent scientific advances have expanded insight into the immune system and its response to malignant cells. In the past few years, immunotherapy has attained a hallmark for cancer treatment, especially for patients suffering from the advanced-stage disease. Modulating the immune system by blocking various immune checkpoint receptor proteins through monoclonal antibodies has improved cancer patients' survival rates. Methods: The scope of this review spans from 1985 to the present day. Many journals, books, and theses have been used to gather data, as well as Internet-based information such as Wiley, PubMed, Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, EBSCO, SpringerLink, and Online electronic journals. Key Findings: Current review elaborates on the potential inhibitory and stimulatory checkpoint pathways which are emerged and have been tested in various preclinical models, clinical trials, and practices. Twenty-odd such significant checkpoints are identified and discussed in the present work. Conclusion: A large number of ongoing studies reveal that combination therapies that target more than one signaling pathway may become effective in order to maximize efficacy and minimize toxicity. Moreover, these immunotherapy targets can be a part of integrated therapeutic strategies in addition to classical approaches. It may become a paradigm shift as a promising strategy for cancer treatment.

ANALYSIS OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) LITERACY SKILLS OF VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS IN THE ERA OF INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION 4.0

This paper aims to provide an overview of the information and communication technology (ICT) literacy skills of Vocational High School (SMK) teachers in the era of the industrial revolution 4.0. The development of this era is marked by the digitization of internet-based information and the use of artificial intelligence, which requires teachers to have ICT literacy competencies so that they can prepare their students to have a 21st century competitive advantage. This paper answers questions about what ICT literacy competence means, what is its urgency, what is the level of information and communication technology (ICT) literacy skills of SMK teachers; and how to improve teachers' ICT literacy competencies. The method of writing is descriptive qualitative through literature review obtained from scientific journals and related books. The results of the discussion show that the average ICT literacy skills of SMK teachers are still classified as low - medium. A number of efforts are needed as a solution to improve the ICT literacy skills of SMK teachers.

A case study on generative learning approaches in a studio and flipped class-room setting for increased learning outcomes

Teaching and learning during Covid-19 have been strongly affected by lockdowns, isolated online learning, and the sudden requirement to alternatively assess students while considering the effect internet-based information sources. Here, we present outcomes on the learning outcome of students returning from distance learning into the face-to-face mode, studying the subject “Embedded Mechatronic Systems” employing increasingly methods of Generative Learning Theory (GLT) in a flipped classroom environment, using studio and project-based learning approaches. By introducing a group project component, the formerly disconnected laboratory components become strongly connected with students being exposed to practical aspects and teamwork, generating reflected reports and videos of their practical work. To overcome the effects of Covi-d19, tighter assessments, and in-person engagements is emphasised. Viva-voces have been introduced and AI invigilated final exams have been altered to in-class room quizzes, while monitoring the cohort’s performance over 3 sessions. Our data indicate that face-to-face learning and hands-on practice with peers using self-testing and self-explaining strategies enacts higher outcomes, opposed to remote modes of teaching. Our results exemplify on how to move back into face-to-face teaching with future steps to increase learning outcomes using the flipped classroom, GLT, and a studio setting being discussed.

Gender dysphoria: Quality of online information for gender reassignment surgery

An ever-increasing number of patients are using the Internet to learn about medical conditions. This study aimed to evaluate the quality of Internet-based patient information on gender reassignment surgery for people who suffer from gender dysphoria. Twenty websites identified using Google and Yahoo search engines were selected and evaluated based on the modified Ensuring Quality Information for Patients (EQIP) instrument (36 items). The EQIP tool comprises 36 questions to which the answer can be "yes" or "no". The final score for each website can be between 0 and 36. An overall score of 26 or above was considered high, because it co-related to the 72nd percentile. The average of the scores turned out to be 22.5 points, lower than our target; 7 (35%) sites were rated higher than the average and 13 (65%) were rated lower. The assessment of the websites included in the study showed a lack of information about the sequence of the medical procedures, perioperative criticalities and qualitative risks and side-effects descriptions. The overall quality of published information on gender reassignment surgery is very low. We believe that the Internet should not be used as the main source of medical information, and physicians should maintain the leadership in guiding patients affected by gender dysphoria. Level of Evidence: Level IV, case study.

An Empirical Study of Selected Challenges in Online Education; A Special Focus on G.C.E. (Advanced Level) Students in the Colombo District of Sri Lanka

The 21st century can be known as an era in which the universe has become one village with the rapid advancement in internet-based information and communication technology. Consequently, online methods were used to develop education opportunities widely in the distance learning process. Though many researchers have paid attention to the challenges and opportunities of online education in schools and universities, researchers have paid less attention to online education in the Sri Lankan school system. However, Sri Lankan schools were trending towards online education due to the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. As a result, this study aims to identify the factors affecting online education usage and the challenges of online education by advanced-level students in the Colombo district. The advanced-level students in the Colombo district were the target population of this study. The sample was selected from Padukka, Hanwella, and Homagama Secretarial divisions under multistage cluster sampling, and the data was collected from 312 students using a questionnaire. Further, the independent sample t-test, Analysis of Variance and Structural Equation Model, was used to identify the self-determining factors. Consequently, social, communication, technical, demographic, and economic factors identified online education usage variables. Finally, this study suggested implementing Learning Management Systems and providing teachers and students with sufficient knowledge about online education. Overall, this study provided an opportunity to identify the challenges teachers and students face in online education and reduce time consumption and cost of the teaching and learning process.

Assessment of internet-based information on statin therapy.

The use of statin therapy is deemed to be controversial by mainstream media. Patients increasingly source medical information from the internet, and the use of statins is no exception. This study aims to determine the quality and educational content of statin-focused information on the internet and YouTube. 'Statin' was searched on Google, Yahoo!, Bing, and YouTube. The first 50 results obtained from each search engine and the first 20 YouTube videos were screened by two assessors. Websites were assessed using the Flesch Reading Ease (FRE) score, University of Michigan Consumer Health Website Evaluation Checklist, and a customized scoring system evaluating statin-focused content for quality. Videos were scored using the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) benchmark criteria, Global Quality Score (GQS), and the customized scoring system. Websites scored a median FRE score of 57.5 [interquartile range (IQR) 52.1-62.3], median Michigan score of 36 (IQR 32-41.5), and median content score of 5 (IQR 3.75-7). Good interobserver agreement was demonstrated [Michigan score interobserver coefficient correlation (ICC) = 0.968; content score ICC = 0.944]. Videos scored a median JAMA score of 2, median GQS score of 2.5, and median content score of 2.5. Good interobserver agreement was demonstrated (JAMA ICC = 0.746; GQS ICC = 0.874; content score ICC = 0.946). Quality and readability of statin-focused online information are poor. Healthcare professionals should be aware of the limitations of the current available sources and design online resources that are accurate and patient-friendly.

712-P: Social Support, eHealth Literacy, and mHealth Use in Older Adults with Diabetes—Moderated Mediating Effect of Perceived Importance of App Design

Mobile healthcare (mHealth) for older adults with diabetes could benefit diabetes self-management. However, limited research is available regarding the factors influencing mHealth use. This descriptive study aimed to identify the factors that influence mHealth use. Participants aged 65 years or older with diabetes living in South Korea were recruited online and offline to complete a structured self-report questionnaire. With 252 valid responses, the moderated mediating effect of eHealth literacy and the perceived importance of app design in the relationship between social support and mHealth use were tested using SPSS PROCESS Macro 4.0. The results show that social support had a positive relationship with mHealth use, and eHealth literacy and perceived importance of app aesthetics had a moderated mediating effect. Moreover, when patients’ perceived importance of app aesthetics was high, eHealth literacy more positively affected mHealth use. This study implies that it is necessary to enlist the help of family, friends, and neighbors to increase access to internet-based health information and encourage mHealth use among older adults with diabetes. Furthermore, this study suggests developers should consider user experience (UX), such as font size, color, and menu configuration when developing mHealth for older adults with diabetes. Disclosure M.Kim: None. B.Kim: None. S.Park: None.

Python Java joint implementation of internet-based public opinion information collection

Python Java joint implementation of internet-based public opinion information collection

Do Large Datasets or Hybrid Integrated Models Outperform Simple Ones in Predicting Commodity Prices and Foreign Exchange Rates?

With the continuous advancement of machine learning and the increasing availability of internet-based information, there is a belief that these approaches and datasets enhance the accuracy of price prediction. However, this study aims to investigate the validity of this claim. The study examines the effectiveness of a large dataset and sophisticated methodologies in forecasting foreign exchange rates (FX) and commodity prices. Specifically, we employ sentiment analysis to construct a robust sentiment index and explore whether combining sentiment analysis with machine learning surpasses the performance of a large dataset when predicting FX and commodity prices. Additionally, we apply machine learning methodologies such as random forest (RF), eXtreme gradient boosting (XGB), and long short-term memory (LSTM), alongside the classical statistical model autoregressive integrated moving average (ARIMA), to forecast these prices and compare the models’ performance. Based on the results, we propose novel methodologies that integrate wavelet transformation with classical ARIMA and machine learning techniques (seasonal-decomposition-ARIMA-LSTM, wavelet-ARIMA-LSTM, wavelet-ARIMA-RF, wavelet-ARIMA-XGB). We apply this analysis procedure to the commodity gold futures prices and the euro foreign exchange rates against the US dollar.

VILLAGE GOVERNMENT LEGAL POLICIES IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY-BASED PUBLIC SERVICES

The legal policy of the village government in information technology-based public services, in general, is currently not running optimally. Even though technological developments must be utilized by all elements of society including the village government, several programs can be carried out include such as E-Village, village fund information, village websites, and being able to develop applications that can be used to provide public services to village communities and so on. The research aims to find out whether information technology-based integrated criminal justice system policies can become an instrument for eradicating corruption. The research method used is normative legal research with statutory approaches, theoretical approaches, and comparative and conceptual approaches. The findings in this study are that first, the village government law as stipulated in Law Number 6 of 2014 concerning Villages, cannot be fully explained by village officials, including utilizing technological advances in maximizing public services for the community, so that the community gets information and services that are easy. Second, developing an internet-based rural information network by building village websites with the desa.id domain, encouraging technology-independent villages, improving public services with the village partner application, and managing resources based on village profiles with resource surveys and geospatial data with the village granary application. see mitra.or.id) and build villages with interconnected systems and regulations that support villages to take development initiatives.

Criminal Accountability for Actors and Legal Protection for Online Cat Calling Criminal Victims

The crime of sexual harassment is divided into 2 (two), namely verbal harassment and non-verbal harassment. One form of verbal sexual harassment is known as Cat Calling, which means harassment in a public space by giving obscene words related to sexuality where many of the victims are women. The increase in online internet-based technology and information has made cat calling sexual harassment common in the form of comments, photos and videos circulating on online social media. Criminal law in Indonesia which contains acts that can be categorized as sexual harassment is generally regulated in the Criminal Code (KUHP) with the addition of Law Number 19 of 2016 concerning Amendments to Law Number 11 of 2008 concerning Information and Transactions Electronically (UU ITE) when done online. Most recently, sexual harassment or sexual violence or sexual violence is regulated in Law Number 12 of 2022 concerning Crimes of Sexual Violence. Cat Calling perpetrators can be held criminally responsible in accordance with applicable laws and regulations accompanied by strict sanctions in an effort to prevent and eradicate criminal acts of online Cat Calling sexual harassment and legal protection for victims of Cat Calling online is absolutely necessary to repair the trauma experienced by victims

Evaluation of readability of patient education materials on lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) from the top 25 orthopedic institutions

Lateral epicondylitis (LE), also known as "tennis elbow," is a common orthopedic tendinosis of the elbow that affects between 1% and 3% of the overall population. LE occurs due to overuse of the extensor mechanism or muscles of supination in the forearm. The National Institute of Health and the Center for Disease Control suggest that patient education materials (PEMs) be written at a 6th or 8th grade reading level, respectively; however, PEMs are often written far beyond these recommended reading levels. The goal of this study was to assess the readability level of PEMs published by some of the top orthopedic institutions throughout the United States. A list of the top 25 ranking orthopedic hospitals in the country was compiled using the 2022 U.S. News and World Report Best Hospitals Specialty Ranking. PEMs related to LE were cataloged from each institution's website, and readability levels for each PEM were measured using the http://www.readabilityformulas.com website. This software analyzes readability using the formulas listed in Table1. While the Flesch-Kincaid (FK) Reading Ease Score formula outputs a number from 0 to 100, in which larger numbers indicate easier reading, the remaining formulas demonstrate a text's readability through assigning a grade-appropriate reading level. A Spearman regression was used to evaluate correlation between institutional ranking and FK Reading Ease Scores. Of the 25 PEM texts analyzed during this study, none were written at or below the sixth grade reading level, as recommended by the National Institutes of Health. These results suggest that the most prestigious orthopedic hospitals provide online informational resources that are unable to be read or understood by a large portion of the institution's intended audience. Additionally, there was no correlation found between institutional ranking and FK Reading Ease Score. Internet-based health information has conveniently allowed patients to educate themselves on their health care. In accordance with National Institutes of Health and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, orthopedic institutions should strive to publish PEMs at or below an eighth grade reading level.