Professional Knowledge Research Articles

Analysis of fire protection design strategies for commercial renovation of villagers’ self-built houses

Abstract The current situation of self-built houses by villagers is prevalent in rural areas, where many villagers construct their own residential dwellings based on their personal needs and economic circumstances. These self-built houses are typically constructed using basic materials and traditional building techniques, often without adherence to strict building regulations and standards. As a result of the lack of professional knowledge and technical guidance, the structural integrity and safety of these houses are often compromised. In addition, the lack of firefighting facilities and fire prevention measures further increase the risk of fire accidents. This situation contributes to a higher incidence of fires in rural areas, posing a significant threat to the lives and assets of villagers. Therefore, it becomes imperative to improve the current state of self-built houses by villagers. Strengthening fire safety awareness and implementing robust fire prevention measures are vital in this regard. This paper aims to summarize the challenges involved in fire protection design for renovating rural buildings. Additionally, it proposes fire protection design principles specifically for the commercial transformation of self-built houses by villagers. By analyzing real-world engineering cases, this study puts forth specific fire protection measures concerning fire rescue, fire control zones (groups), evacuation design, and fire systems. To ensure the fire safety of these buildings, special fire protection design methods are employed. The effectiveness of the proposed fire protection measures are validated through the use of FDS fire and smoke numerical simulation analysis software and Pathfinder evacuation simulation software, ensuring the fire safety of the buildings. The results show that the available safe evacuation time that can be provided by this scenario is 1200 s as calculated by the FDS simulation, and the necessary safe evacuation time is less than the available safe evacuation time in case of a fire on the first floor of this building, and the safe evacuation of the people can be guaranteed. This study can provide a valuable resource for architects, engineers, and decision makers to implement effective fire protection measures during commercial remodeling of village-owned houses.

THE CONTENT OF PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PEDAGOGICAL SUPPORT OF THE PREPARATION PROCESS FOR THE PARTICIPANTS OF THE ABILIMPIX COMPETITION

Background. The relevance of the research topic is due to the fact that people with disabilities face many problems throughout their lives related to the lack of integration into many spheres of society. The problem of disability in its most serious aspects is closely related to the emergence of many social obstacles, due to which people with disabilities cannot actively participate in public life, since leisure and culture, everyday life and production, as well as social services, in a structural sense, are not adapted to the needs that sick people have. The authors prove that for people with disabilities, psychological and pedagogical support is necessary for their full inclusion in the educational process and public life. Purpose - theoretical and empirical substantiation of the content of psychological and pedagogical support for the preparation of participants of the Abilimpix competition and the development of a program of psychological and pedagogical support for the preparation of participants of the Abilimpix competition. Materials and methods. The main research method is psychological and pedagogical analysis. Empirical methods were used as an element of the evidence base of the theoretical propositions put forward. The article is based on a set of sources of psychological, pedagogical, methodological and normative literature on the problem under study. Results. Psychological and pedagogical support of inclusive education is a specially organized process aimed at creating safe conditions, maintaining health and developing adaptive capabilities of people with disabilities. Inclusive support in vocational education is not just the integration of students with special educational needs into the educational process, but the creation of special conditions for the psychological comfort and success of such students. Mandatory conditions for support are taking into account the individual characteristics and educational needs of students with disabilities, as well as prevention and prevention of possible problems that arise both in the process of interaction with society and in the educational process. Comprehensive study support for students with disabilities is one of the important requirements for the organization of the educational process for the disabled and people with disabilities. Comprehensive support includes: tutor support; pedagogical support; psychological and pedagogical support. The experience of inclusive support in vocational education shows that psychological and pedagogical support is included in various aspects of the educational process - in extracurricular, educational activities and, in particular, psychological and pedagogical support for participation in professional skills competitions, where students with disabilities show their skills in the professions they are learning. Conducting professional skill contests for students with disabilities gives students the opportunity to evaluate their capabilities and abilities, demonstrate their professional knowledge and skills, increase professional motivation, students increase self-esteem, actively form professional interest in their chosen business, increase the level of socialization, which, in turn, allows them to adapt more effectively to independent life to occupy a niche in the labor market. The main problems of support, according to teachers, are the lack of experience in inclusive support and low motivation of students with disabilities to participate in the Abilimpics competition. Among the psychological barriers of the contestants, the fear of failure, self-doubt and fear of public speaking are dominant.

TRANSFORMING MALAYSIAN TEACHER AGENCY THROUGH CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Enhancing teachers’ agency is critical because it may help to ensure students’ success in second language learning. Thus, English teachers are provided with continuous professional development (CPD) programmes and activities to enhance their professional knowledge, experiences, skills, attitudes, teachers’ beliefs, and classroom practices so that they can improve the learners’ learning process. However, the English standard of Malaysian students is still low. This study aims to explore the best way to create CPD programme that can transform the teacher agency in Malaysia. Using a comprehensive review of recent published research articles, this paper discusses the different models of CPD, their challenges, and strategies to improve the programmes. The review illustrates that CPD can be best carried out on online platforms and that it has to be tailored to the different needs and characteristics of the teachers. Empowering teacher agency through CPD is significant in assisting the government in improving language proficiency among Malaysians as well as contributing to effective strategies for improving the educational quality in Malaysian Education Blueprint 2013–2025.

MODELING THE IMPACT OF LASER IRRADIATION ON TEMPERATURE CHANGES IN BIOLOGICAL TISSUES

Modeling the impact of laser irradiation (MILI) on biological tissues plays a crucial role in research and the development of laser technologies in biology and medicine. MILI opens a wide spectrum of knowledge for scientists and medical professionals, providing insights into how laser radiation interacts with different types of tissues and organs and determining optimal parameters to achieve the desired outcome. Models can account for various physical processes occurring during irradiation, such as energy absorption, heat propagation, changes in tissue structure, and functions. This enables the prediction of tissue responses to different laser exposure regimes, including intensity, wavelength, and exposure time. In medicine, modeling is used to determine optimal laser exposure parameters for specific diseases or procedures. For example, MILI helps identify the optimal radiation dose during laser therapy or surgical interventions. Additionally, modeling allows for the assessment of potential risks associated with laser radiation, such as tissue overheating or side effects. This, in turn, enhances the development of safer and more effective laser application methods. Moreover, optimizing laser irradiation parameters is relevant for minimizing the risk of damage to surrounding tissues. MILI can be used to develop new laser technologies and devices aimed at improving the outcomes of laser applications in medicine. It also facilitates the faster and more efficient implementation of new methods and technologies into clinical practice. Thus, modeling the impact of laser irradiation on temperature changes in biological tissues plays a vital role in enhancing understanding of processes in biological tissues and contributes to the development of new methods and technologies, as well as the optimization of laser application for achieving effective treatment outcomes and patient safety.

A Critical Analysis of Problems of Higher Education In Pakistan: An Analysis of Possible Solutions

It is the basic criteria to address the importance of skill development & training in higher education, partly due to the increased focus on outcome assessment in academic programs for undergraduate programs at university of Sindh as data analyzed for 2021,2022 and 2023. Final Assessments When creating curriculum and evaluating their effectiveness promotes the focus of "ideal" or better values and skills of the higher education graduates. To put it over simplicity, the knowledge and skills that students are often expected to possess upon finishing their education are the main emphasis of outcome assessment. Any nation's political, social, and economic progress is based on its higher educational system. The country can accomplish its objectives when it has a functioning educational system. Being a developing nation, Pakistan has struggled with education from its founding, which has prevented the educational system from meeting the needs of the people. This scenario can be attributed to multiple sources. This research examines a few of the major issues that Pakistan's educational system has been beset with thus far. Based on a critical analysis of existing literature, the study offers answers to the current issues facing Pakistan's education system. The higher education graduates have traditionally been characterized as a terminal degree for professionals in the public and nonprofit sectors, with an emphasis on the professional values, practical knowledge, and skills requirement to thrive in public and nonprofit organizations and address the needs and interests of democratic societies.

К ВОПРОСУ О ТРАНСФОРМАЦИИ МЕДИЦИНСКОГО ОБРАЗОВАНИЯ

The transformation of medical education at the present stage has determined the problem of this study, the issues of high-quality training of medical personnel necessary for the society have not been fully resolved, pedagogical technologies and methodological approaches that contribute to the growth of educational results have not been fully disclosed. The aim of this study to analyze the existing high-potential forms of training that could be used in the transformation of the educational space of a medical university and contribute to better training of future specialists in the medical industry. The study of literature and other various sources of information was chosen as the main research method that allowed to describe the active and interactive forms of training under discussion as well as to reveal the possibilities of immersive learning and the use of artificial intelligence technologies. Our analysis shows that the use of nontraditional forms of learning gives the required effect of change and novelty, evokes an emotion of interest in students and is a powerful incentive to gain knowledge, skills and abilities. It was noted that all changes in the transformable educational process must take into account the motivational aspect in learning, since the most important factor affecting the effectiveness of the educational process, increasing the effectiveness of educational activities at all stages of acquiring professional medical knowledge is the motivation of students to learn. Those medical graduates gain more success in the future carrier, who not only have special knowledge and a set of professional skills, but they also have incentives for education related to the formation of professional competencies, know universal technologies of self-development, understand how to motivate themselves to receive, process and apply new knowledge, are able to critically evaluate the information received, adapt to the requirements of a particular activity, have a stable positive attitude towards the profession.

일상생활배상책임보험의 보상요건 및 설명의무에 관한 종합적 고찰 - 청주지법 2022. 12. 22. 선고 2021나55269 판결을 중심으로

Daily life liability insurance is a personal liability insurance sold in the form of a special agreement in addition to long-term insurance products. It is a very useful insurance product that covers damages due to general activities that can occur widely in everyday life with an inexpensive insurance premium of less than 1,000 won. At this time, the concept of 'daily life' means life in 'normal times', and is distinguished from 'job performance' that is for 'maintaining a living' or requires professional knowledge, experience, and skills. Of course, the scope of 'daily life' will be determined according to specific circumstances, but at least in the process of determining it, the group performance and homogeneity of the risk consisting of a large number of unspecified general policyholders should not be impaired. In the case where the insured, who usually suffered from depression and paranoid schizophrenia, jumped from a high-rise building and shocked the victim (plaintiff), who just happened to pass under it, the damage caused by the insured's actions was judged as an accidental accident in the first trial. However, in the target judgment, it was judged that the act of the insured jumping out of the building with the intention of suicide or jumping off was not the “general act that may occur in everyday life” mentioned above, but was difficult to regard as being included in the category of “daily life”. The target judgment rejected the plaintiff's claim for damages, considering that it did not meet the former requirements among the usual life and accidental accidents, which are the representative compensation requirements of the daily life liability special agreement. The insured's above actions outside the certain boundaries of daily life are very valid in that they harm the homogeneity of insurance groups. Furthermore, in this paper, an analysis is conducted to clearly distinguish the concepts of 'daily life' and 'job performance' of the special agreement for daily life liability through various lower court rulings, and the purpose and meaning of a number of reasons for indemnification are considered for each type. The results of this review are linked to the obligation to explain the terms and conditions, which are sharp disputes between the insurer and the insured in the stage of exemption and liability for compensation after an insurance accident. Most of the reasons for exemption from the Special Agreement on Daily Liability for Compensation are subject to the obligation to explain as it directly affects the interests of the policyholder and determines whether or not to conclude a contract depending on whether or not to explain it. However, 'daily life' is a concept accepted by social norms as a daily activity of the general public. Even if the insurer does not explain separately, it is reasonable to assume that the insured can fully predict or understand the contents and is not subject to the obligation to explain. This is especially true considering that the Special Agreement on Daily Liability for Compensation, which is a liability guarantee incidental to long-term non-life insurance products, guarantees various risks in daily life with an insurance premium of less than 100 million won per month.

INTEGRATING THEORY AND PRACTICE IN CREATIVE DISCIPLINES: A LONGITUDINAL STUDY OF (RE-)ADAPTIVE LEARNING MODELS AND COMPETENCE DEVELOPMENT WITHIN A COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE

This study scrutinises the prevailing paradigm of disseminating knowledge through conventional instructional methodologies such as lecturing, which often fail to cultivate the comprehensive skill sets requisite in contemporary professional environments. It addresses the disconnect between traditional teaching practices and learner expectations by proposing innovative instructional design frameworks. This research contributes to filling extant gaps in the literature regarding the dynamics of competence development across university curricula, where previous studies, overly reliant on self-assessments, have not adequately captured these dynamics. Employing a longitudinal, mixed methods approach and multiple forms of triangulation, this study comprehensively examines the processes of constructing, modifying, and enhancing professional knowledge, skills, and attitudes. It embraces technological integration, individualization, the transfer of theory into practice, re-adaptive teaching, and adaptive course methodologies. The significance of the findings is profound, offering critical insights into enhancing professional competence across diverse academic disciplines.

Identifying the culturally sensitive pedagogical competence of teachers of refugees in Türkiye: a mixed-methods study

ABSTRACT This study aimed to determine the level of self-efficacy concerning the culturally sensitive pedagogical competence of primary school teachers of refugees and their perceptions of culturally sensitive pedagogy stemming from the multicultural environment. The study comprised two phases. The first phase includes two steps; first, a validity and reliability analysis of the Culturally Sensitive Pedagogical Self-Efficacy Scale was conducted on 548 primary school teachers of refugees. Then, the scale was applied to 350 primary school teachers working in Türkiye. In the second phase of this study, which is qualitative, semi-structured interviews were held with teachers to examine teachers’ self-efficacy in three dimensions (professional knowledge, professional skill, attitudes, and values). The qualitative data revealed three main categories and seven subcategories. The results suggested that the culturally sensitive pedagogical competence of teachers has crucial potential for eliminating educational inequalities, prejudices, and biases.

Formation of the prestige of the teaching profession in the system of secondary vocational education

Secondary vocational education (SPE) occupies a significant position in the education system of the Russian Federation. In modern society, there is a need for multi-level education systems that can provide competent and competitive specialists in the labor market. As a result, getting a high-quality education becomes a clear and reasonable goal for both the younger generation and adults. The quality of education remains one of the key factors for the successful development of the country. Progress in various fields, such as technology, economics, informatization, education and society as a whole, directly depend on it. SPE plays an important role in the training of a skilled workforce that meets the needs of various sectors of the economy. It aims to provide students not only with professional knowledge and skills, but also with the formation of general cultural competencies. The importance of vocational education lies in the fact that it ensures the socio-economic mobility of the population, promotes the integration of graduates into society and increases their social status. However, the implementation of effective and high-quality vocational training for students of secondary vocational education is faced with a number of problems. Some of them include the need to update educational programs in accordance with modern requirements of the labor market, strengthening the practical component of training, improving the professional competence of the teaching staff, the introduction of information and educational technologies and the development of career guidance. Solving these problems requires the joint efforts of the State, the public, employers and professional educational institutions. Thus, the development of high-quality education in secondary education remains an urgent task affecting national development as a whole.

Troubled but in good hands: A qualitative study on patient experiences in diuresis renography examinations

IntroductionDiuresis renography is a nuclear medicine examination that can distinguish between obstructive and non-obstructive uropathy. Renography has been investigated before, but not from a patient perspective. The aim of this study was to gain knowledge and understanding of patient experiences with the diuresis renography process. MethodsThe study had a qualitative descriptive design; data was collected through semi-structured interviews with 17 adult patients that had recently undergone diuresis renography. The transcripts were analysed using inductive qualitative content analysis to identify their manifest and latent content. ResultsOne main theme was identified: ‘Not smooth all the way through, but still in good hands’. The participants understood the necessity of the performed renography and endured the examination despite its worrying elements. They were bothered by diuretic effects, worried about radioactivity and felt isolated during the imaging. The technologists' caring and informative approach eased their experience. The main theme was identified from three subthemes: ‘I experienced inconvenience’, ‘I was worried’ and ‘I felt safe’. ConclusionThe participants experienced worry throughout the renography process but were still satisfied with the examination, mostly because of the technologists being involved. Communication and interaction between patient and technologist are important for creating a good experience. Improved knowledge of patient experiences during renographies could be used to develop patient information and increase technologists’ awareness of factors patients may experience as troubling. Implications for practiceThis study describes issues that contribute to both negative and positive experiences. Improved professional awareness and knowledge about these issues can contribute to the development of patient information and professional encounters, and may improve patients’ compliance and overall experience.

Складові фахової кваліфікації вчителів фізичного виховання Китаю

The process of forming a specialist of a qualitatively new level is significantly restrained by the existing gap between the achievements of science and education, therefore the coefficient of useful use of scientific discoveries and new technologies is sharply reduced, fundamental knowledge is displaced from the content of educational processes by applied knowledge. An important type of professional activity is pedagogical, the specialty of which is a special psychological and pedagogical influence on students, taking into account their age and individual characteristics, on interests, inclinations, expectations, enthusiasm; the specificity of such activity consists in the pedagogical management of the process of personality formation and development. The purpose of the study is to determine the components of the professional qualification of physical education teachers in China. Research methods: theoretical analysis and generalization of data from literary sources, sociological research methods (school health profiles lead physical education teacher questionnaire), mathematical statistics methods. Results. 50 Chinese physical education teachers (27 women and 23 men) took part in the study. The experiment was conducted at the Beijing School of Foreign Languages on the basis of the University of Foreign Languages (Beijing), Haidian Experimental School (Beijing), Tsinghua University High School (Beijing), Qingdao Yucai High School (Shandong-Qingdao Province). It was established that for professional growth and professional development, 50% of teachers note the need to expand the knowledge base on interventions involving children in activities with moderate and high-intensity organized motor activity; technologies aimed at the development of individual motor activity programs are of interest to 36% of the surveyed teachers; 26% of physical education teachers want to deepen their knowledge with the latest technologies for the formation of applied motor skills and skills in various sports activities. Conclusions. Therefore, the professional competence of the teacher is manifested in the set of professional knowledge, abilities and skills that reflect theoretical, practical and methodical preparation, the ability to their creative implementation in various social situations of practical professional activity in the field of physical education.

Launching TESOL Today: A New Hub for English Language Education Research

As an academician, I have always believed that I have to allocate time for editorial services to profession in the field of my work. That said, I attempted to launch a new journal in the field of English language education in Kurdistan with the help of a public university, but the attempts remained unsuccessful for a number of reasons. My driving interest of working for scientific journals pushed me to work as an editor and reviewer for a few journals over the past few years with the dream of learning how to become familiar with editorial services in the line of my work, and eventually launch a new journal in the field of English language education research. Over the past two decades, an increasing number of Kurdish scholars and researchers have turned their interest and attention into the English language education phenomenon, investigating its learning and teaching in the context of Kurdistan. However, researchers in the field of English language across the region did not have a venue to publish their research findings and contributions with journals specifically designed for the English language education research. The reason for this was that all the journals published by public and private universities publish broadly-defined subjects and disciplines in humanities and social sciences, leaving no specific rooms for English language research only. As such, the main driving force to launch TESOL Today came from the understanding that no journals in the field of TESOL and Applied Linguistics exist neither in Iraq nor in Kurdistan to date. However, it is worth mentioning that TESOL Today doesnot aim to remain within the context of Iraq and Kurdistan. Rather, the journal seeks to publish a wide range of perspectives on English language internationally. Based on this, TESOL Today covers a comprehensive range of topics within the field of English language teaching and learning including, English language planning and policy, innovative methods in English language teaching and learning, curriculum design and materials development, pragmatics instruction in ELT, and technology integration into English language classroom, to name a few. Responding to the rising scholarly interest in the field of English language, we are launching TESOL Today with the ambition to become a hub for TESOL and Applied Linguistics researchers across the globe. In other words, TESOL Today aims to become an international room for researchers of TESOL and Applied linguistics in the world. We also intend to be a teaching journal to less experienced researchers who work hard to get their research findings published. TESOL Today; therefore, encourages submissions of empirical and theoretical scholarship from younger and novice researchers that contribute to the professional knowledge base of TESOL, promoting a collaborative exchange of ideas that can inform and shape future practice and policy in English language education. The journal is committed to upholding rigorous academic standards while embracing innovative research that challenges traditional paradigms and promotes progressive teaching methods. While it is our hope that TESOL Today will be especially useful to younger scholars, we also encourage seasoned scholars to submit their research findings to TESOL Today. We intend to continue to serving as a prime venue for the development of English language research through publishing original contributions and exciting new research by figures in the field. As such, we humbly feel this journal will play a key part in the increasing academic respectability of researchers all over the world. In doing so, we are committed to bring this journal into a higher level of scholarship and get it indexed by international databases including Clarivate Analytics and Scopus. In our endeavor, we are fortunate to be supported by an editorial team of members across different countries who work hard in pursuit of the success of TESOL Today. We work together closely to enrich the journal and shape its development, engagement and its future. However, we continue to strive for adding new members to our board. In closing, then, we extend our sincere invitation to TESOL and Applied Linguistics researchers across varying geographical areas around the globe to join us and submit their research and shape TESOL Today into a path-breaking academic journal by addressing different critical questions in the field of TESOL and Applied Linguistics.

Professional Competence of Teachers and School Climate: A Conceptual Perspective

This paper explores the conceptual perspective of professional competence of teachers and the school climate. Professional competence is explained in terms of professional knowledge, teachers’ disposition, and their professional skills. Professional education courses in teacher training institutes play a crucial role in developing professional competence among teachers. These courses equip teachers for instructional planning, classroom management, assessment and evaluation and creating and managing a conducive learning environment. They also emphasize building a congenial relationship between the school and the community, aligning with various domains of school climate. School climate encompasses the cumulative experiences of students, teachers, and head teachers about different aspects of the institution. This conceptual paper conducts an extensive theoretical review of over 135 research articles on both professional competence and school climate, examining their concepts, dimensions, and measuring methods. Given the common factors of both the concepts, a conceptual linkage has been established. This paper aims to enhance understanding of professional competence and school climate and their interrelationship with various influencing factors.

Knowledge, attitude, practice, and associated factors of health professionals towards cardiopulmonary resuscitation at Ayder Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, 2023, Tigray, Ethiopia.

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a crucial medical technique that is performed manually to preserve intact brain function. Early initiation of CPR manoeuvres and activation of the chain of survival are key factors in the prognosis of patients with cardiorespiratory arrest (CRA). Inadequacy in any step of CPR due to a lack of knowledge or skill is associated with a poor return of spontaneous circulation and a decreased survival rate. To assess the knowledge, attitude, practice, and factors associated with health towards CPR at Ayder Comprehensive Specialized Hospital 2023. Institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice of health professionals towards cardiopulmonary CPR in Ayder Comprehensive Specialized Hospital Of Tigray, Ethiopia from 1 May to 30 August 2023. Data were collected using structured questionnaires by Two BSC anaesthesia staff and One MSc. as supervisor. A stratified random sampling technique was used to select the study participants. The Data were entered and analyzed using SPSS version 23. Variables with P value less than 0.20 were fitted into multivariate logistic regression. Descriptive statistics such as frequencies, median, interquartile range, percentages, tables, graphs and charts were used to present the results. A total of 262 Of 277 healthcare providers were included in the study, with a response rate of 93.3%. Knowledge, attitude, practice of health professionals towards CPR was 22.5%, 39% and 31.5%, respectively. MSc degree in level of education [adjusted odds ratio (AOR): 8.561 95% CI=2.109-34.746], CPR training (AOR: 2.157, 95%, 1.005, 4.631), and Work experience 6-10years and more than 10 (AOR =0.195, 95% CI, 0.071-0.539) and AOR =0.148 195 95% CI, 0.017, 1.285) were significantly associated with knowledge. The Anaesthetist and Medical doctors were 5.5 times (AOR, 5.50, 95% CI 1.263-23.93) and 2.125 times (AOR: 2.125, 95% CI, 0.865-5.216) respectively more likely to have favourable attitude than the midwives. Regarding to practice participants with CPR training (AOR: 1.804 95% CI=0.925-3.518), good knowledge (AOR: 2.766 95% CI=1.312-5.836) and favourable attitude (AOR: 1.931, 95% CI=0.995-3.749) were significantly associated with safe practice. The overall level of health professionals, knowledge, attitude, practices, and factors associated towards CPR in Ayder Comprehensive Specialized Hospital at Tigray, Ethiopia were insufficient, favourable and safe enough. Regular CPR training is recommended to increase the knowledge, attitude, and practice of healthcare professionals towards CPR.

Evaluation of knowledge, attitude and perceptions of future health care professionals on Japanese Encephalitis

Evaluation of knowledge, attitude and perceptions of future health care professionals on Japanese Encephalitis

Adoption and everyday use of artificial intelligence by NHS knowledge and library professionals in England

Adoption and everyday use of artificial intelligence by NHS knowledge and library professionals in England

Adoption and everyday use of artificial intelligence by NHS knowledge and library professionals in England

Adoption and everyday use of artificial intelligence by NHS knowledge and library professionals in England

Awareness and Training Needs of Teachers in Inclusive Education

The primary objective of this research was to evaluate the awareness levels and identify the training requirements of educators in inclusive education. The study encompassed 73 teachers from the Grade School, Junior High School, and Senior High School divisions of a private university within the purview of the Division of Iloilo City, Philippines for the academic year 2023- 2024. An adapted questionnaire was utilized as the primary research tool. The analysis used frequency count, percentage, mean, rank, standard deviation, and ANOVA. The findings revealed that, when collectively considered, the educators demonstrated an intermediate level of awareness concerning inclusive education, mainly focusing on Professional Knowledge Regarding Inclusive Education and Exceptional Children, Knowledge of Instructional Practices and Content, and Knowledge in Planning and Managing the Teaching and Learning Environment. Moreover, the results emphasized the pressing need for training, with respondents emphasizing the significance of being effectively trained in areas such as Assessing Student Needs, Resourcing Classroom Learning, Enhancing Collaboration and Communication with Parents, Colleagues, and the Community, Evaluation of Student Progress, and Goal Setting. Furthermore, the study also explored potential differences in awareness levels across various demographic factors, including age, educational background, grade level taught, length of service, and previous training experiences. The analysis revealed that these demographic factors did not significantly influence the awareness levels among the teachers regarding inclusive education.

Barriers and facilitators of nurse-led self-management support for adolescents with epilepsy: A mixed-methods study in transition preparation

AimsTo gain insight into the readiness for evidence-based practice of self-management support during transition for adolescents with epilepsy among pediatric nurses, and to explore the promoting and hindering factors. DesignA mixed-methods design with an explanatory sequential approach was employed. SettingThree specialty children's hospitals in southwest regions of China. MethodsIn phase 1, a total of 126 participants were included in the Survey of Clinical Readiness of Evidence-Based Nursing Assessment (CREBNA) from Dec 2022 to Feb 2023. Total scale and subscale scores were calculated. In phase 2, we developed the interview outline based on the analysis of the quantitative results. In-depth interviews (n = 15) were conducted from Feb 2023 to Apr 2023 to explain and supplement the quantitative phase results. ResultsThe total score of CREBNA indicated that teams have good readiness and capacity for implementation of evidence-based nursing practice Compared with the norm. The scores of the three subscales of evidence factors, organizational environment, and promoting factors were normal. In subsequent interviews and integration, we extracted four themes based on the Knowledge-To-Action (KTA) framework: 1. organization barriers (incentive mechanism, interdisciplinary cooperation process, information aids); 2. operational barriers (Exemplary evidence-based practice, time pressure, gaps in patient and family understanding of evidence); 3. individual-level barriers (evidence-based and professional knowledge reserve, professional autonomy, shared decision-making roles, dependence on habitual clinical behaviors); and 4. facilitating factors (leadership commitment, self-management identity, transition service needs, patient- and family-centered care culture). A conceptual model was constructed based on the KTA. ConclusionIt is feasible to carry out evidence-based practice of nurse-led self-management support in transition preparation. Nursing researchers and managers should carry out knowledge selection and tailoring based on barriers at the organizational, operational, and individual levels to promote favorable factors and improve the smooth transition of adolescents with chronic diseases.