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برنامج إرشادي قائم على النظرية السلوكية لخفض مستوى السلوك العدواني لدى أطفال الروضة

The study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of a counseling program based on behavioral theory in reducing aggressive behavior among preschool children. To achieve this, a quasi-experimental approach was employed. The study sample consisted of 30 children from kindergarten 36, affiliated with Primary School 213 in Jeddah. The participants were randomly divided into two groups: 15 children in the experimental group and 15 in the control group. The Aggressive Behavior Scale for Children, developed by Eman Maher Abdel Fattah (2023), was applied. Using standard statistical methods, the study revealed significant findings, most notably the effectiveness of the counseling program in reducing aggressive behavior. Statistically significant differences were observed at the level of 0.05 between the pre-test and post-test mean scores of the experimental group, favoring the post-test. Additionally, statistically significant differences at the level of 0.05 were found between the post-test mean scores of the experimental and control groups, favoring the experimental group.Based on these findings, it was recommended to conduct training workshops for teachers on utilizing behavioral theory principles to manage aggressive behavior. Furthermore, it was suggested to implement the program regularly and expand its application to various geographical areas and cultural contexts to ensure sustainable positive outcomes. The study also recommended the development of similar programs targeting other behaviors to promote positive behavior among preschool children, particularly after integrating them with early childhood stages.

Language and Visual Representation in Physics: Enhancing Understanding Through Multimedia

The incorporation of multimedia resources in physics education has become a crucial approach for improving student understanding by combining verbal and visual components. This investigation utilizes a mixed-methods design to assess the impact of multimedia tools on student participation and comprehension in physics courses. Quantitative information was gathered through assessments before and after the intervention, while qualitative data was obtained from student interviews and in-class observations. The study involved creating tailored multimedia materials, which were subsequently integrated into lessons. Quantitative data underwent statistical analysis, including paired t-tests, while qualitative findings were examined using thematic analysis. The results revealed a substantial increase in student engagement from 45% without multimedia to 85% with its use. Additionally, the post-test mean score (79.3 ± 8.81) exceeded the pre-test average (58.5 ± 12.65), suggesting enhanced understanding and uniformity among students. Qualitative outcomes highlighted multimedia's contribution to clarifying intricate concepts, improving communication abilities, and promoting collaborative learning. The research concludes that the strategic integration of multimedia tools within cooperative frameworks can establish a vibrant, interactive learning environment, considerably enhancing students' conceptual grasp and preparing them for future academic and career challenges.

Virtual Neonatal Resuscitation Curriculum for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to Improve Out-of-Hospital Newborn Care

ABSTRACT OBJECTIVES Out-of-hospital births are associated with a 2-to 11-fold increased risk of death compared to in-hospital births and are growing. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) clinicians have limited exposure to hospital birth emergencies, and there is no standardized prehospital neonatal resuscitation curriculum. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) guidelines are the standard of care for infants born in the United States but focuses on in-hospital births and is not easily applied to EMS. There is a need for tailored NRP training to meet EMS clinicians’ specific needs, context, and systems. METHODS This was a prospective observational study of a virtual EMS-tailored, newborn resuscitation curriculum focused on initial steps of newborn resuscitation in the out-of-hospital setting. The initial content (90-minute) was pilot tested virtually among 350 urban EMS clinicians, with favorable feedback (89% survey response rate). Based on feedback, we created a 60-minute interactive, virtual curriculum that includes NRP-based didactic and memory aids to reinforce how NRP differs from pediatric resuscitation designed specifically for EMS. The course also includes video demonstrations with pauses for hands-on self-directed skills practice. We delivered the curriculum to clinicians from 17 EMS agencies in rural Oregon. To assess neonatal resuscitation knowledge acquisition and retention, participants completed the same 10-question test before, after, and 3 months following the training. Questions were adapted from the 8th Edition NRP Textbook and NRP test questions. RESULTS Eighty-four EMS clinicians completed the pre-test, curriculum, and post-test and demonstrated improvement in immediate post-curriculum NRP knowledge (pre-test mean score 5.32 ± 1.99; post-test mean score 8.61 ± 1.26; p < 0.001). Forty participants completed the 3-month follow up test and scores remained improved from baseline (3 month-follow up mean score 6.88 ± 1.83, p < 0.001). Prehospital clinicians (N = 84) thought that this EMS-tailored NRP curriculum was easy to complete (100%), valuable to their clinical practice (99%), and filled a gap in their education (98%). They felt that implementing/requiring this training is possible/doable (99%) and recommend the curriculum to other EMS agencies (99%). CONCLUSIONS A virtual EMS-tailored, NRP-based educational curriculum improved neonatal resuscitation knowledge immediately and was sustained at 3 months compared to baseline. The curriculum is feasible and acceptable to EMS clinicians.

Pengaruh Senam Ergonomi Dalam Mencegah Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDS) pada Ibu Rumah Tangga RT 11 Kelurahan Bagan Pete

Safety at home is an important aspect that needs to be considered to protect yourself and your family. Although often considered less risky than formal workplaces, homes also have potential hazards that can threaten safety and health. Around 1.71 billion people worldwide experience musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). One of the non-pharmacological treatments that can be applied for MSDs is ergonomic exercise. However, the low understanding and awareness of housewives about ergonomic hazards due to daily activities is a problem. Many mothers carry out housework without adequate knowledge of ergonomic principles, thus increasing the risk of MSDs. Therefore, it is important to increase public awareness of the benefits of ergonomic exercises, which can help maintain health and minimize the risk of musculoskeletal disorders during activities at home. This study aims to analyze the effect of ergonomic exercises in preventing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) in housewives in RT 11 Bagan Pete Village. Results showed an increase in knowledge of ergonomic work hazards, with a probability value of p &lt; 0.001, which indicates significance below 0.05. The mean pre-test score of participants was 10.13 (SD 5.476), while the mean post-test score increased to 18 (SD 1.259). In addition, the change in musculoskeletal complaints after stretching was also significant, with a p-value of 0.002. This shows that stretching has a positive impact in reducing musculoskeletal complaints among housewives. In conclusion, the ergonomic exercise service program not only increases knowledge and skills regarding good posture, but also provides more energy and reduces muscle pain. This activity succeeded in raising awareness of the importance of ergonomics in daily activities, which is expected to reduce the risk of injury due to household chores.

Accidents in Primary Education Schools: Findings from a Nurse-Led Drama-Based Prevention Program.

This study aimed to analyze the causes of school accidents and examine the preliminary findings of a nurse-led, drama-based accident prevention program for children. This was a quasi-experimental study using a pretest-posttest approach with a single group. Data were collected using demographic information, school accident notification form, and Information and Behavior Scales for the Safety Measures of the Students. A total of 407 students formed the sample. A drama-supported education program designed to prevent accidents, developed by nurses working in school health, was implemented based on the most common school accidents. The nurses were actively involved in every program stage, including designing the content, guiding participants, and monitoring progress throughout the intervention. The mean age of the students was 11.2 ± 1.4; 51.8% were girls, and 50.3% were at the primary school. The students' average knowledge scale pretest score was 102.15 ± 21.4736; the behavior scale pretest score was 78.22 ± 11,228; the mean knowledge scale posttest score was 174.75 ± 9.34, behavior scale posttest mean score was 109.62 ± 14.56. This study highlights the crucial role of school nurses in accident prevention and health promotion among students. Based on preliminary findings, drama-based educational programs may improve knowledge and safety behaviors in the school environment.

Transforming reading abilities: Unleashing the power of scaffolding in Quizizz

This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of implementing a scaffolding strategy within the Quizizz web platform to enhance reading skills among university students and to determine whether there is a significant difference between students taught with and without the scaffolding strategy, both using Quizizz. The research utilized a quasi-experimental design and was conducted at Universitas PGRI Kanjuruhan Malang, targeting second-semester reading classes. The sample consisted of 36 students, evenly divided into an experimental group and a control group, each comprising 18 students. Data were collected using pre-tests and post-tests and analyzed using an independent t-test. The findings reveal a significant improvement in the reading skills of the experimental group compared to the control group, as indicated by higher post-test mean scores (86.1 vs. 72.2). The hypothesis testing via the independent sample t-test yielded a significant value of 0.001, which is below the threshold of 0.05, confirming the statistical significance of the results. The study concludes that the scaffolding strategy is effective in enhancing students' reading skills, making it easier for them to read quickly and comprehend text. The researchers suggest that applying scaffolding strategies in educational tools like Quizizz can provide substantial benefits to learners.

PENGEMBANGAN MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN AKSARA JAWA BERBASIS SCRABBLE UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KEMAMPUAN MENULIS SISWA KELAS IV SDN NGEBELGEDE 1

Learning to write Javanese texts has not been promoted because there are obstacles starting from the lack of different learning methods and media, which makes it difficult for students to write scripts and sandhangan because the style and pronunciation are the same. The purpose of the research to develop a skillful, efficient and effective Scrabble-based Javanese written language learning to facilitate the learning of the Javanese language, text writing and improve writing skills in students of the fourth grade at SDN Ngebelgede I. This development uses the 4-D (four-D) model. it has 4 stages namely Definition, Design, Development and Dissemination. Data collection methods use observations, interviews, questionnaires, tests and documents. The data analysis method makes use of qualitative analysis in the form of advice and input from experts, as well as quantitative analysis obtained from statistical analysis in the form of questionnaires and tests. The result of the emphasis on the material in the media received an average value of 4.8 with a very strong component. The media confirmation result is the result of an average of 4.5 real parts. The results of the teacher's answers reached an average of 4.8 points in the specific skill category. The results of the students' answers to the short test received a score of 4.12 in the functional category and the results of the field test received a score of 4.33 in the category of specific skills. Scrabble-based learning media for writing the Javanese script is also effective in improving writing skills according to the student's academic average. There is a difference shown by the mean value of the last paired sample T-test producing Sig. (2-tailed) 0.000 &lt; 0.05 with a mean pretest score of 47.27 and a mean posttest score of 82.27, an increase of 35.00. It can be concluded that Scrabble-based javanese script learning media is effective in improving Javanese script writing skills.

Strategic Intervention Material: A Tool in Enhancing the Learners’ Least Mastered Competencies in Mathematics at Villa Imelda Elementary School

This study was conducted to investigate possible solutions to help improve the mathematics performance of the students and promote effective and efficient learning by teaching mathematics concepts through Strategic Intervention Material and taking into advantage the incorporation of technology in learning. Employing a mixed method research design, the study was conducted to the 12 bonafide pupils of Villa Imelda Elementary School. The study assessed the intervention’s impact on their performance using statistical analysis methods such as one grouped pre-test and post-test design, mean and standard deviation, Kolmogorov-Smirnov test, t-test, Cohen’s D and Thematic analysis. The findings showed a positive effect of the intervention, as evident in the significant increase in the post-test mean scores of the pupils from 6.5 to 13.42. This indicated that the intervention drastically improved the performance of the pupils, which had also resulted in a very large effect size with a computed eta squared of 5.94. These initial implications highlighted the promising impact of the Strategic Intervention Material and were effective in enhancing least mastered competency in mathematics. Feedback gathered indicated a significant increase in pupils’ engagement and mastery in the lesson. Thus, it is recommended that educators should create and utilize similar contextualized learning intervention to improve students’ learning outcome.

The differentiated STEM approach in problem-based learning: Can it enhance students’ critical thinking skills in basic chemistry laws

The 21st century highlights the critical role of education in developing life skills, including critical thinking, to address rapid global changes. The learning process in schools becomes a critical factor in strengthening these skills. Therefore, this study aims to determine the effect of the Differentiated Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model with the STEM approach on students' critical thinking skills on basic chemical laws in class X of a Senior High School in Surakarta. Samples were selected using cluster random sampling to choose two classes as samples, namely, the experimental and control classes. Research data was collected through a post-test using an essay measuring students' critical thinking skills. The results were analyzed using the Kruskal-Wallis’s test based on the mean post-test scores of the experimental class (73.00) and the control class (64.4), yielding a significance value of 0.004 (&lt; 0.05). These results indicate a positive effect of Differentiated PBL-STEM on students' critical thinking skills. Skilled group students consistently demonstrated critical thinking skills, while students in the intervention and intermediate groups showed improvements from the initial diagnostic results of the learning process.

Evaluation Of Biology Teachers' Knowledge in Sidoarjo Regarding the Concept of Poliovirus and Wolbachia Infected Mosquitoes

Biology is a dynamic and constantly developing science. The Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia reported nine cases of childhood polio in East Java in January 2024. In addition, the Ministry of Health launched a pilot project to implement Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes as an innovation to control dengue fever in five big cities in Indonesia. This health problem is studied in biology lessons on viruses in senior high school. This paper aims to analyze the knowledge of the concepts of polioviruses and Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes in the biology teacher community in Sidoarjo. The respondents were 43 biology teachers in Sidoarjo. Respondents' prior knowledge was measured by pretest. After the respondent takes the pretest, the respondent gets the concept of the virus. After the material, respondents do a post-test. 11 pretest questions and 11 post-test questions are packaged in Google form. The results showed that all participants participated in the activity from start to finish, taking the pretest, listening to the material, and doing the post-test. The pretest mean score was 40.18, and the post-test mean score was 91.36. The highest pretest score was 81.81. The highest pretest score was 100. A total of 15 teachers (34.88%) were unsure that Wolbachia-infected mosquito was the best solution to reduce disease. Twenty-one respondents (48.83%) agreed mainly with society's concern that the Wolbachia-infected mosquito is dangerous for humans. Respondents' knowledge increased after receiving the concept of the virus

EFFECT OF MULTIMODAL LITERACY ON READING ABILITY OF INDONESIAN JAVANESE LEARNERS

Over the past few years, the use of multimodal literacy in education has emerged as an effective educational tool in language instruction worldwide. As a result, language instruction methods have been replaced by conventional instruction with multimodal literacy, which has the potential to enhance learners’ engagement and comprehension of reading, particularly Javanese script. This quasi-experimental study aims to determine the effect of using multimodal literacy on reading ability of Javanese script learners and to find out Javanese learners’ attitudes of using multimodal literacy on their reading ability. The sample included 72 language learners at a senior high school in central Java, Indonesia. The pretest and posttest mean scores in Javanese script reading ability between the control group and the experimental group were analysed. The results indicate that the use of multimodal literacy as an approach effectively enhances the ability and fluency of Javanese script reading in underperforming learners. Additionally, learners reported positive attitudes towards multimodal literacy. This study suggests that multimodal literacy may be integrated into the Javanese language curriculum as it is more relevant to students’ learning preferences, and it is more responsive to diverse learning modes.

Carousel Brainstorming – An Innovative Small Group Teaching Method to Augment Anatomical Knowledge of MBBS Students

Introduction: This study investigated the impact of Carousel Brainstorming, a collaborative and interactive teaching method, on student learning in anatomy education. Emphasizing active participation and knowledge exchange, Carousel Brainstorming aims to enhance critical thinking, teamwork, and the comprehension of complex medical concepts. The research addresses the need for objective measures in real-world settings and explores the effectiveness of Carousel Brainstorming compared to traditional Tutorials. Methodology: Phase-1 MBBS students (n=100) in the academic year 2023-2024 participated in the study through simple randomization. The research spanned four months, and after a didactic lecture on Mammary Gland, students were divided into two groups: Group A (Tutorials) and Group B (Carousel Brainstorming). The latter engaged in a structured session involving pretests, subgroups, and rotating discussions. Post-tests were administered, and a questionnaire assessed students' perceptions. Results: Statistical analysis revealed significant differences in pre-test, post-test, and difference scores between Carousel Brainstorming and Tutorials groups (p &lt; 0.001). Carousel Brainstorming exhibited higher post-test mean scores (7.6) compared to Tutorials (5.0). Students strongly agreed (56.8%) that Carousel Brainstorming was effective. Conclusion: Carousel Brainstorming emerges as a well-received and beneficial teaching method in anatomy education. Its collaborative and interactive nature positively influences knowledge acquisition and retention, fostering active learning. Future research may explore long-term impacts and diverse applications of Carousel Brainstorming in educational settings, offering a promising avenue for innovative pedagogy. KEYWORDS: Carousel Brainstorming, Anatomy education, Teaching-learning methods, Student perception, Learning gains.

Students’ Evaluation of The Academic Performance Through Interactive Multimedia Integration in A State College

This study, conducted at a Polytechnic State College in Camarines Sur, evaluates the effectiveness of interactive multimedia integration in enhancing students’ academic performance. This study employed a quantitative method using a quasi-experimental design. It evolves pilot testing with pre-tests and post-tests for two sections of BS Nursing students. Section A (control group) consisted of 51 students, while Section B (experimental group) had 47 students. Statistical tools, including independent sample t-tests and analysis of variance (ANOVA), were used to analyze and interpret the data. The results revealed that the experimental group had a post-test mean score of 68.51, compared to the control group's 55.85. Statistical analysis confirmed a significant improvement in post-test scores for both groups, with the experimental group showing a greater mean difference of -16.29, indicating enhanced learning gains. Correlational analysis showed no significant relationship between pre-and post-test scores in Pair 1 (experimental group, r = 0.032, p = 0.822). In contrast, Pair 2 (control group) exhibited a statistically significant but weak negative correlation (r = -0.309, p = 0.035). Despite these differences, both groups demonstrated above-average performance before and after the intervention. The findings suggest that integrating multimedia technologies fosters an interactive and engaging learning environment, leading to a statistically significant improvement in academic performance. This highlights the potential of multimedia as a valuable tool for enhancing the quality and effectiveness of instruction in classroom settings.

MATH DRILL TO IMPROVE THE COMPUTATIONAL FLUENCY OF GRADE 9 STUDENTS IN ADDITION AND SUBTRACTION OF INTEGERS NUMBERS

The purpose of the study was to determine the impact of the Olympic Integer intervention on the computational fluency of students in adding and subtracting integers. Hence, the purpose of this study was to determine the significant difference between the pretest and post-test scores of the students. A pre-experimental research design was utilized to measure the effect of the intervention. Data were gather from 30 Grade 9 students at Doña Carmen Soriano National High School, selected through purposive sampling. Data collection was done through pretest and post-test administration. Findings revealed a substantial difference in the scores before and after the intervention. The mean pretest score was 9.90 (Moderate), while the mean post-test score was 17.70 (Very High). The paired t-test results indicated a significant improvement in students' scores from the pretest to the post-test, with t (29) = -15.144, p &lt; .001. This substantial difference suggests a strong effect of the intervention on students' ability to add and subtract integers, indicating a highly significant and positive impact on their computational fluency. KEYWORDS: Intervention, Computational Fluency, Olympic Integers, Pre-experimental Design, Integer Operation, Philippines

Improving ecological footprint awareness of primary school students

The aim of this study is to improve primary school students' ecological footprint awareness through ecological footprint-based activities. The research was conducted in accordance with the quantitative research method and a quasi-experimental design with pre-post test experimental-control group was used in the research. The criterion sampling method was used to determine the study group for the experimental process, and 26 students (N experimental=13; N control=13) studying in the fourth grade of a public school in the Central Anatolia Region were included in the study. In the study, the Ecological Footprint Awareness Scale was applied as pretest-posttest. The process took place in science classes in both groups. While the courses were curriculum-based in the control group, ecological footprint-based activities were organized in the experimental group. The data were analyzed by analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) and dependent groups t-test, and the effect size ([ή2]) was calculated according to the variances. As a result of the research, when the ecological footprint awareness pre-test mean scores of primary school students were controlled, it was concluded that there was a significant difference between the ecological footprint awareness post-test mean scores of primary school students in which the activity process took place, and the ecological footprint awareness post-test mean scores of primary school students in which the activities did not take place. It was evaluated that 45% of the variance related to the post-test mean scores was due to the activity process applied. While teaching courses with ecological footprint-based activities applied in the experimental group significantly increased the mean scores of primary school students' ecological footprint awareness with a medium effect, teaching curriculum-based courses did not significantly increase the mean scores of primary school students' ecological footprint awareness attitude. It should be considered important to present topics such as ecological footprint, carbon footprint or water footprint calculations to students depending on the concept of sustainability to be integrated into primary school curriculum programs and to focus on in-class and out-of-class activities.

Improving uptake of COVID-19 testing and vaccination in a homeless population: mixed-methods evaluation of community health worker-led education in a shelter

ObjectivesAccess to healthcare and accurate health information is a persistent issue for people experiencing homelessness (PEH), one heightened by the COVID-19 pandemic and exacerbated by issues of health literacy and...

THE USE OF BLENDED LEARNING MODEL APPROACH THROUGH “SHANBAY” APPLICATION TO IMPROVE ENGLISH VOCABULARY SKILL AMONG GRADE 8 CHINESE STUDENTS

The quasi-experimental study focused on investigating the English vocabulary skill of Chinese grade 8 students before and after the use of Blended Learning Model (BLM) via the "Shanbay" application. The study also aimed to examine their learning satisfaction with this approach. The research participants consisted of 30 grade 8 students in Shandong, China. We collected quantitative data through vocabulary skill tests (pre-test and post-test) and a questionnaire survey. We analyzed these data using statistical measures such as the paired sample t-test, mean, and standard deviation, maintaining a significance level of less than 0.05. The results of the vocabulary skill test indicated that there was a significant improvement in the vocabulary skill of grade 8 students after they implemented the BLM through the "Shanbay" application, with a pre-test mean score of 37.37 (out of 60), a post-test mean score of 46.60, a mean difference of 9.23, and a significance value of 0.01. Additionally, the questionnaire results showed that students expressed high satisfaction with the use of BLM through the "Shanbay" application in their vocabulary classes. Therefore, the findings suggested that implementing the BLM through the "Shanbay" application effectively enhanced the students' vocabulary skills.

Enhancing reading comprehension in Araling Panlipunan of Grade 5 learners through differentiated instruction

The lack of instructional resources and reading comprehension skills in Araling Panlipunan education resulted in significant learning gaps among elementary-grade students. This study aimed to test the effectiveness of differentiated instruction in closing these gaps in Araling Panlipunan among fifth-grade students. The experimental sampling method research design was utilized through tutorial classes where the respondents received differentiated instruction based on multiple intelligences and learning styles. Aiken's V coefficient method and Cronbach's alpha were used to ensure the validity and reliability of the research instrument. The validation process achieved a result of 0.92, which signifies high validity. Additionally, the reliability test used Cronbach's alpha, obtaining a score of 0.60. The results indicated significant progress in the experimental group's performance in reading comprehension skills after implementing differentiated instruction. The experimental group's mean post-test score, 16.10, suggests an outstanding level of performance. This underscores the effectiveness of differentiated instruction in enhancing reading comprehension skills among Grade 5 pupils. Hence, educators are encouraged to utilize differentiated instruction to enhance the learners' reading comprehension.

Electronic Feedback Alone Versus Electronic Feedback Plus in-Person Debriefing for a Serious Game Designed to Teach Novice Anesthesiology Residents to Perform General Anesthesia for Cesarean Delivery: Randomized Controlled Trial.

EmergenCSim is a novel researcher-developed serious game (SG) with an embedded scoring and feedback tool that reproduces an obstetric operating room environment. The learner must perform general anesthesia for emergent cesarean delivery for umbilical cord prolapse. The game was developed as an alternative teaching tool because of diminishing real-world exposure of anesthesiology trainees to this clinical scenario. Traditional debriefing (facilitator-guided reflection) is considered to be integral to experiential learning but requires the participation of an instructor. The optimal debriefing methods for SGs have not been well studied. Electronic feedback is commonly provided at the conclusion of SGs, so we aimed to compare the effectiveness of learning when an in-person debrief is added to electronic feedback compared with using electronic feedback alone. We hypothesized that an in-person debriefing in addition to the SG-embedded electronic feedback will provide superior learning than electronic feedback alone. Novice first-year anesthesiology residents (CA-1; n=51) (1) watched a recorded lecture on general anesthesia for emergent cesarean delivery, (2) took a 26-item multiple-choice question pretest, and (3) played EmergenCSim (maximum score of 196.5). They were randomized to either the control group that experienced the electronic feedback alone (group EF, n=26) or the intervention group that experienced the SG-embedded electronic feedback and an in-person debriefing (group IPD+EF, n=25). All participants played the SG a second time, with instructions to try to increase their score, and then they took a 26-item multiple-choice question posttest. Pre- and posttests (maximum score of 26 points each) were validated parallel forms. For groups EF and IPD+EF, respectively, mean pretest scores were 18.6 (SD 2.5) and 19.4 (SD 2.3), and mean posttest scores were 22.6 (SD 2.2) and 22.1 (SD 1.6; F1,49=1.8, P=.19). SG scores for groups EF and IPD+EF, respectively, were-mean first play SG scores of 135 (SE 4.4) and 141 (SE 4.5), and mean second play SG scores of 163.1 (SE 2.9) and 173.3 (SE 2.9; F1,49=137.7, P<.001). Adding an in-person debriefing experience led to greater improvement in SG scores, emphasizing the learning benefits of this practice. Improved SG performance in both groups suggests that SGs have a role as independent, less resource-intensive educational tools.

Harnessing the power of social media: transforming nursing education for unmatched academic success.

This study aimed to determine the effect of social media-supported learning on the academic achievement of nursing students and their social media usage levels in nursing education. Using social media in nursing education enables students to experience interactive learning, strengthening learning outcomes and creating an enriched learning environment with up-to-date information. The study was conducted as a randomized controlled study. CONSORTchecklist was completed. The subject of parenteral drug administration was explained interactively to all students by the same instructors for a total of 12h for weeks. After the theoretical course, each skill was demonstrated by the instructor in the laboratory setting in a 24-h laboratory course with the demonstration method in line with the checklists. After the training was completed, the students filled out the necessary forms. Videos and informative images about parenteral drug applications were shared with the intervention group for 4weeks through an Instagram page created for social media-supported learning. Questions and answers were shared on the subject every day in the story section. The answer to the question was shared in the story section the next day with explanations. At the end of the 4th training week, the students were asked to complete the necessary forms as a post-test. Changes in academic achievement and social media usage after the intervention were measured using achievement tests and the Social Media Scale in Nursing Education. Data were analyzed with SPSS 23.0. Normality was tested using the Shapiro-Wilk test. Independent t-tests and the Chi-Square test for categorical variables were used for normally distributed continuous variables. Pre-test and post-test comparisons within groups were evaluated with the Paired t-test if normality was met, or the Wilcoxon test. The effect size was calculated using Cohen's d. After social media-supported learning, it was found that the difference between the post-test mean scores of the nursing students in the intervention and control group was statistically significant(p < 0.001). It was also found that the average of the exam results after the training increased compared to the average before the training, and the difference between the two scores was statistically significant(p < 0.001). Social media-supported education positively affected the academic achievements of nursing students and the level of social media use in nursing education.