Members Of Colleges Research Articles

Analysing the Factors Impacting the Mindfulness and Wellbeing of Faculty Members of Arts and Science Self-Financing Colleges in Kerala

Teaching in the modern academic environment is more complex, which makes it necessary to examine the challenges Kerala’s self-finance institutions arts and science institutes’ staff members are experiencing. This study investigates workplace stress among academic staff in self-financing arts and science institutes in Kerala. It analyses stress management techniques, including wellbeing initiatives and emotional intelligence training, and identifies the main stressors based on knowledge management (KM). The goal of the study is to improve faculty members’ performance and wellbeing in these institutions by providing information regarding relevant stress-reduction techniques that are specific to KM. The factors causing workplace stress have been measured as (a) demographic factors, (b) institutional factors and (c) psychological factors. Also, the stress management activities for the faculty members were considered a wellbeing programme, emotional intelligence, training and development. Initially, data collection was performed and 156 faculty members worked in arts and science self-financing colleges of the Kerala district. For a survey, in accordance with the proposed hypothesis, a systematic questionnaire has been created and sent to the faculty members who operate in Kerala. Moreover, statistical tests were performed on the gathered data using structural equation modelling (SEM) techniques. This investigation has revealed the characteristics that affect the faculty and staff working for an organisation in terms of workplace stress and excellent fit. The findings reveal that demographic demographics, institutional issues and stress management strategies influence faculty members in Kerala’s arts and self-finance colleges.

Social skills predict the development of creative strategies in college teachers during the COVID‐19 pandemic

AbstractThe development of social skills (SS) and creative potential is of great interest to researchers in educational and organizational contexts. The present study aimed to understand the relationship between SS and the use of creative strategies to solve problems in the work environment of college teachers. The study included 386 faculty members of Brazilian colleges who were teaching during the first year of the COVID‐19 pandemic. Participants answered an online survey including the Social Skills Questionnaire and the Strategies to Create at Work Scale. The results showed that the SS were predictors of the development of creative strategies in college teachers, with greater emphasis on the ability to maintain calm in the face of criticism, which significantly predicted all strategies to create at work. The development and search for solutions to problems in a creative way in the work environment can be a result of frequent interactions with students, teachers, managers, other employees of the institution. Such interactions can also help improve repertoire of SS.

Factors influencing faculty job satisfaction: A quantitative study of private medical colleges in Karachi.

To identify key factors influencing academic job satisfaction among faculty members of private medical colleges in an urban setting. The cross-sectional, quantitative study was conducted from October to November 2021 at the Department of Community Health Sciences, Fazaia Ruth Pfau Medical College, Karachi, and comprised faculty members associated with 13 private medical colleges in Karachi. Data was collected using a 32-item questionnaire that was scored on a 5-point Likert scale. Key predictors of job satisfaction were identified and evaluated. Data was analysed using SPSS version 23. Of the 200 subjects surveyed, 106(52.7%) were males. The overall mean age was 29.4±5.2 years. There were 145(72.5%) respondents who were married, 106(53%) had employed spouses, 102(51%) were either professors or associate professors, and 93(46.5%) had professional experience of 1-5 years. Three principal factors were identified; career growth opportunities, working conditions and compensatory packages (p<0.001). The lowest mean satisfaction score was observed for compensatory packages (1.74±0.84), followed by working conditions (2.28±1.41) and career growth (2.38±1.39). Improving compensatory packages, working conditions and career growth opportunities were found to be crucial for enhancing job satisfaction among faculty members in Karachi-based private medical colleges.

Unveiling the link between organizational commitment, professional self-esteem, and work engagement of Filipino faculty members in state universities and colleges

Employees’ commitment serves as the backbone of every organization and their unfathomable allegiance equates to success and future endeavors. Loyal employees tend to do their work with dedication, innovative in creating new ideas and always going the extra mile. They will devote their time and effort to attaining the vision and mission of their organization. Thus, this descriptive-correlational research design determined the relationship between organizational commitment, professional self-esteem, and work engagement among Filipino faculty members of State Universities and Colleges. The respondents of the study were 251 faculty members from the State Universities and Colleges in the Philippines. Simple Random Sampling identified the respondents of the study. Standardized research instruments were employed in this study. The data were gathered through an online survey. The findings revealed that the respondents’ level of organizational commitment in terms of affective, continuance and normative are relatively high. Likewise, the assessed level of professional self-esteem of the respondents in terms of satisfaction, knowledge development, commitment, adaptation, and communication are generally very high. Similarly, the work engagement levels of the respondents in terms of vigor, dedication, and absorption are all extremely high. The findings revealed that there is a significant relationship between organizational commitment, professional self-esteem, and work engagement among faculty members; hence, the null hypotheses were rejected. Therefore, it can be justified that satisfaction singly predicts work engagement, satisfaction, and knowledge development as sub-factors of professional self-esteem both explain work engagement, and satisfaction, knowledge development, and affective commitment in combination channels work engagement.

Questionable research practices of medical and dental faculty in Pakistan – a confession

PurposeIntellectual honesty and integrity are the cornerstones of conducting any form of research. Over the last few years, scholars have shown great concerns over questionable research practices (QRPs) in academia. This study aims to investigate the questionable research practices amongst faculty members of medical and dental colleges in Pakistan.MethodA descriptive multi-institutional online survey was conducted from June-August 2022. Based on previous studies assessing research misconduct, 43 questionable research practices in four domains: Data collection & storage, Data analysis, Study reporting and Collaboration & authorship were identified and investigated. Descriptive (Frequencies, Percentages, Mean, SD) and Inferential (chi square) statistics were calculated.ResultsA total of 654 faculty members responded. Every respondent reported committing at least one QRP in their career. The most common QRPs included deliberately failing to mention funding, publishing program evaluation data not meant for research purposes or approved by an ethical body, inappropriately storing identifiable information and non-disclosure of any conflicts. There was significant association of age, gender and academic rank with QRPs in ‘Data collection and storage’ and ‘Data Analysis’ domains.ConclusionMedical and dental faculty members participating in this study are involved in a range of questionable research practices (QRPs) in Pakistan. Their confession might have contributed to the faculty developing self-awareness and reinforcing academic integrity. There is a need for reviewing policies and practices to improve research culture. Future research should explore the factors resulting in such practices.

WAYS OF COMMERCIALIZATION OF YOUTH STUDENTS' ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROJECTS AND INCREASING BUSINESS INCUBATOR ACTIVITY IN THE CONDITION OF GIVING FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE TO EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

The article analyzes reforms in providing financial independence to educational institutions of the Republic of Uzbekistan and ways to achieve financial support for ideas and projects of young entrepreneurs who graduate from educational institutions. Opinions of foreign and domestic scientists regarding the financing of the business incubator system are given. In addition, information is provided on models of financial support for commercialization of innovative business ideas, scientific and technological development projects and programs of students who are members of universities, technical schools, colleges, vocational schools, monocenters, public and private business incubators, and additional the economic benefits of creating new workplaces are highlighted.

Exploring the connection among employee performance, employee retention, and employee engagement within higher education institutions (HEIs)

The current research examined the connection between employee retention, their performance, and engagement in higher education institutions (HEIs). The study aimed to determine if employee engagement and retention are directly correlated with one another and with staff productivity. In order to collect information from staff members of various colleges and institutions in India’s National Capital Region (NCR), a survey questionnaire was created. SEM analysis was done to assess the relationship on a total of 313 valid replies. The results show that employee engagement positively affects employee retention, with a critical ratio (CR) of 2.569 and a standardised regression coefficient β =0.47, p = 0.000). The study also demonstrates that, with β = 0.51 and CR = 2.119, p=0.000, engagement had a favourable impact on employee job performance. Furthermore, with β = 0.34 and a CR of 1.992, p = 0.000, retention had a favourable impact on employee job performance. For HEIs, the study has important practical ramifications. To improve employee job performance, organisations should try to develop a supportive work environment that encourages employee engagement and retention. HEIs should establish friendly workplace environments for staff members and encourage constructive peer connections. The study also has societal repercussions. The variables that influence employee engagement and retention are indicative of a strong workplace culture, which has the potential to bolster the company’s standing in the community. Hence, if these requirements are addressed, employees will be given considerable focus.

Authentic Assessment of Modular Distance Learning: Basis for Instructional Materials Development in Agriculture

Assessment can be viewed as a way to measure the process, the progress, and the product of learning. However, it is a complex concept within the teaching-learning process especially if it is implemented with the absence of face-to-face instruction. As observed, faculty members who are implementing modular distance learning (MDL) modality are confronted with the challenges of proper utilization of authentic assessment tools in Agriculture. Hence, this study sought the utilization of authentic assessment in Agriculture by Faculty members of state colleges in Northern Mindanao, Philippines in the academic year 2020-2021 and 2021-2022. This study employed a mixed-method research design to gather both quantitative and qualitative data from 139 participants who were given survey questionnaires in digital and print format. A focus group discussion (FGD) of 10 randomly selected participants was conducted virtually to find similarities in the participants’ opinions. Results revealed that the faculty members had positive perceptions of authentic assessment. However, most of them faced several challenges in the process of utilizing the assessment tools in terms of preparation, delivery, and evaluation. These challenges were used as a basis for the formulation of a handbook of authentic assessment.

Use of Electronic Resources by the Faculty Members of Two Government Colleges of Capital, Sikkim: A Study

Purpose: This study assessed the use of electronic resources by the faculty members who are currently employed in two government colleges in capital of Sikkim. The purpose of this paper is to explain readers about many kinds of electronic resources, as well as the benefits, frequency, barriers, and of using them. Methodology: Out the 167 questionnaires that were developed for this study, only 157 were completed and returned by a faculty member of two government institutions with a response. The data was analysed using a table and chart. Findings: Since many faculty members are engaged in research programme there has been a noticeable rise in the usage of e-journals. In addition to instructional activities, research activities have also been enhanced. These include conducting literature reviews, writing reports, locating research, and turning in reports on time. Faculty members use these tools mostly from home because it is always available and accessible. Furthermore, it was discovered that two government colleges' faculties are well-versed in e-resources. Originality / Value: The study's conclusions will be instructive and useful in determining the best course for making greater use of electronic resources. The study concludes that faculty members of government colleges, Sikkim are currently depending heavily on electronic resources for their information needs. The findings and technique can be used to make comparisons.

Translation quality assessment practices of faculty members of colleges of languages and translation in Arab countries: an exploratory study

The investigation and understanding of the process of assessing translation quality in translation courses have attracted some attention. However, only a few studies have explored general assessment (GA) and specialised Translation Quality Assessment (TQA) practices used by different translation instructors. This study explores the assessment practices of 98 faculty members of the translation departments of various universities in Arab countries. In this exploratory study, data were collected using an adapted version of the Approaches to Classroom Assessment Inventory instrument. In addition, the authors designed a Translation Quality Assessment Practices Inventory aimed specifically for the investigation of TQA practices adopted by the faculty members. Data collected from the three-part survey were subjected to descriptive statistics, exploratory factor analysis, one-way analysis of variance, an independent samples t-test, and the chi-square test. The study reveals that the participants highly endorsed GA and TQA practices equally. The results indicate that three major TQA themes are particularly prioritised: the significance of errors; the use of particular assessment methods; and the primacy of objectivity. This research shows that there is an urgent need for more training aimed at improving TQA literacy among faculty members teaching translation courses. It contributes to the efforts to improve translation training and to design more effective curricula.

Achievement and Aspiration of Local Colleges and Universities on the Research Agenda of Funding Institutions: Basis for Research Capability Building

This study was conducted for a specific purpose: to assess the research culture in the local colleges and universities and to propose an enhanced research capacity-building program. There were sixteen informants of this study; four administrators and twelve faculty members in the local colleges and universities in the CAMANAVA area namely: The University of Caloocan City, City of Malabon University, Navotas Polytechnic College and Valenzuela City Polytechnic College. A Purposive sampling technique was used to identify the informants. The study made use of a qualitative research approach. The data were collected from individual interviews with the administrators and faculty members. Using open coding, six (6) themes were emerged from the interviews and analysis of the document: philosophical research perspective, impact on institution’s growth and development, motivational components in research engagement, promoting the research culture, managing challenges and impediments and enhancing research capability. The informants identified the challenges in the development of the intensified research culture in the local colleges and universities which includes the scarcity of funds, research skills and expertise, network resources, and time constraint. These can be resolved through the enhancement of research capabalities and development programs. Generally, the study concluded that the research is indeed a powerful tool in addressing institutional problems and the utmost contribution of faculty members of the local colleges and universities in the academic and curricular programs and institutional growth and development. The institutional support will address the compelling need of the local colleges and universities to improve their research capability and research output.

Management of dental care of patients on immunosuppressive drugs for chronic immune-related inflammatory diseases: a survey of French dentists’ practices

ObjectivesThe aim of the study was to provide an overview of the practices of French general dentists (GDs) and specialists (SDs) concerning the management of patients with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs), rheumatic inflammatory diseases (IRDs), and vasculitis on biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (bDMARDs), conventional DMARDs, or immunosuppressants (ISs).Materials and methodsAn online national cross-sectional survey with 53 questions was developed by a multidisciplinary team including rheumatologists, gastroenterologists and dentists based on their clinical experience. It was refined following a test with nine dentists in private practice and in hospital before being disseminated to the members of French scientific societies and colleges of dentistry teachers over 3 months. Responses of general dentists versus specialists were compared with respect to their experience in managing patients with IRDs or IBDs, knowledge/training, type of invasive procedure performed, management of medical treatment, perioperative oral-care protocols, and frequency of postoperative complications after invasive dental care procedures.ResultIn total, 105 practitioners fully completed the survey (participation rate 11.1%). SDs more frequently performed invasive surgical procedures and were more aware of the recommendations of learned societies than GDs. They encountered more post-operative complications for patients on bDMARDs. For both SDs and GDs, most patients were managed without stopping treatment and pre- and postoperative antibiotics were prescribed to more than 75% of patients. When medical treatment was stopped, the decision was made by the prescribing physician.ConclusionComplications were reported more frequently by SDs when highly invasive procedures were performed on patients under active drug therapy. Certain common procedures, such as scaling and root planing, appear to be safe, regardless of treatment management. However, adapted guidelines for the practice of dentistry are needed to standardize the management of patients on bDMARDS, conventional DMARDs, or ISs.Clinical relevanceFrench dentists perform a wide range of oral procedures on patients on bDMARDS, conventional DMARDs, or ISs under antibiotic coverage and antiseptic mouthwashes. SDs reported more postoperative complications after extensive invasive procedures for patients under active drug therapy, despite their greater knowledge of recommendations on how to manage such patients.

Impact of Emotional Intelligence Among Faculty Members of Self-Financing Colleges

Objective: India's economy is booming, and its industrial and service sectors are expanding at an impressive rate. Organizations nowadays must overcome various obstacles and adjust to a constantly shifting environment. This study's objective is to investigate how EI and occupational stress are connected. The teachers must provide their absolute best in this scenario. Theoretical Framework: The state of affairs in India's academic community is identical. India's educational system is improving as it undergoes reform and modernization. Teachers at the collegiate level have a vital influence in influencing their students' future vocations. Methods: The present study is descriptive in nature. Using an organized survey and appropriate statistical methods, primary data has been gathered from a randomly selected group of 834.0 academics at self-financing institutions located in the Thiruvananthapuram District. Results and Conclusion: Faculty efficiency may be affected by several variables, including emotional intelligence, organizational commitment, job satisfaction, motivation, working conditions, stress, leadership, organizational culture, etc. Implication of the research: Emotional intelligence is one of the key factors which play the predominant role in determining their performance. Besides emotional intelligence, there are also factors include factors like faculty members' dedication to the institution and their level of work satisfaction. Originality/Value: The investigation shows that faculty employees' stress levels and emotional intelligence have a favorable effect on their institutions' organizational effectiveness. To be able to compete and reap the benefits of a competitive edge, businesses must employ a wide range of strategies and tactics.

Cross-Sectional Study on COVID-19 Prevention and Vaccination Status of Veterinary Colleges in Southeast Nigeria

COVID-19 vaccination and compliance with the established prevention protocols are integral to curbing the spread of the COVID-19 virus; however, there is a paucity of information on compliance with these measures among veterinary schools within southeast Nigeria. To fill this gap, we evaluated the vaccination status and individual’s perception of the preventive measures against COVID-19 infections. A cross-sectional study using a self-reported internet-based questionnaire was employed to obtain responses from students and staff of the veterinary colleges in southeast Nigeria. Multivariate binary logistic regression analysis was used to identify significant factors associated with vaccination status and compliance with the COVID-19 prevention protocols by the respondents. A total of 183 individuals participated in the online survey. Although 75% (138/183) of the respondents revealed a willingness to take the COVID-19 vaccine, only 25.1% (46/183) of the respondents had received one or more doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. We observed that male respondents (28 ± 4.4% (95% CI 19–37)) had a higher percentage of vaccinated individuals than female respondents. Furthermore, the academic staff of the veterinary colleges were 39.70 (95% CI 2.50–630.65; p = 0.01 ) times more likely to get vaccinated than undergraduate students. The educational status of the respondent greatly contributed to the willingness to get vaccinated, and individuals within the age bracket of 31 to 40 years were 10.2 ± 1.07 (95% CI 1.33–92.25; p = 0.03 ) times less likely to comply with the COVID-19 prevention protocols. Although a high proportion of the respondents had a good perception of the COVID-19 prevention protocols, only 25.1% of the members of the veterinary colleges in southeast Nigeria had been vaccinated. Therefore, there is a need to create better awareness channels to improve the vaccination status of members of veterinary colleges in southeast Nigeria.

Effects of Performance Pressure of Junior Faculty in Universities on Organizational Socialization: The Moderating Role of Organizational Support and Job Autonomy.

Identification and recruitment of excellent junior faculty, and improving their organizational recognition and sense of belonging are the basis for sustainable development of high-quality colleges and universities. During the pre-employment period, the management of junior faculty in the by various colleges and universities focuses on screening, while organizational socialization tends to be ignored. Based on the organizational identification theory, 438 new faculty members of colleges and universities were enrolled to investigate the effects of performance pressure on junior faculty by colleges and universities on their organizational socialization, as well as the dual regulation roles of perceived organizational support and job autonomy. Empirical analysis reveals that performance pressure has an inverted-U-shaped effect on organizational socialization of junior faculty members; the perceived organizational support negatively regulates the effects of performance pressure on organizational socialization; job autonomy regulates the effects of performance pressure on organizational socialization of junior faculty members by influencing organizational support of junior faculty members, indicating that job autonomy has secondary regulating effects on correlation of performance pressure with organizational socialization of junior faculty members. This study elucidates the regulating effect of performance pressure on organizational socialization and explains the phenomenon that many junior faculty members in colleges and universities tend to avoid public affairs, do not integrate into the community and actively take responsibility for their work, which is of theoretical and practical value in the management of performance pressure among junior faculty members in colleges and universities.

Complications following diagnostic and therapeutic sacroiliac joint region injections in horses: A study describing clinicians' experiences.

There are no detailed data on complications of sacroiliac (SI) joint region injections or on the variability of the methods and circumstances of injections among clinicians. To describe complications following diagnostic, therapeutic and combined SI joint region injections and the details of how these are routinely performed by a large number of clinicians. Cross-sectional questionnaire survey. Clinicians (members of American and European specialist colleges and veterinarians known to the authors), invited by email, who had performed ≥1 SI joint region injection, completed an online questionnaire. Data collected included the clinicians' experience in diagnostic, therapeutic and combined SI joint region injections, details of the injection technique, volume and substance used, and the type of complications seen following SI joint region anaesthesia, medications and combined injections, respectively. Descriptive data analysis was performed and the association between any complications seen and the clinicians' experience, technique, volume and substance used were assessed using binary logistic regression. Of the 212 respondents, 110 had performed diagnostic, 187 therapeutic and 49 combined injections. More clinicians experienced complications after diagnostic (53/110) than after therapeutic (33/187) or combined (6/49) injections (p < 0.01). The most common complications were hindlimb weakness/ataxia after all types of injections (diagnostic: 44/110, 40%, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 30.8-49.8; therapeutic: 15/187, 8.0%, CI: 4.6-12.9; combined: 2/49, 4.1%, CI: 0.5-14.0). Death or horses requiring euthanasia were reported (after therapeutic injections: 5/187; diagnostic injections: 1/110). No prevalence of complications was established; no detailed descriptions of complications were available. Results may be influenced by selection and recall biases. Complications were experienced by more clinicians following diagnostic injections than after therapeutic or combined SI joint region injections, but the types and distribution of complications were similar. Results should be interpreted considering the previous reports of low prevalence of complications.

Role of Psychological Capital and Burnout; The Relationship with Quality of Work -Life

Purpose: Since there is an immediate connection between the executives and the nature of work-life, presenting new life to its staff through working on the character of work-life is the way to develop any institution. This study is to know the interrelationships of psychological capital, burnout, and quality of work-life.Methods: The proposed research model on interrelationships is verified with a sample of 302 faculty members of arts and science colleges in Kerala. The conceptual framework was framed and hypotheses were constructed.Findings: The results suggest that psychological capital is positively and significantly related to the quality of work-life and is positively related to employees’ burnout. Burnout is positively and significantly related to the quality of work-life. Organizational ownership characteristics moderate the impacts of psychological capital on burnout and those of burnout on employees’ quality of work-life as well.

Influence of Study Abroad Experiences in Australia on Teacher Education in Bhutan’s Education Colleges

Tertiary education in Bhutan has changed with the establishment of the Royal University of Bhutan in 2003, and the two constituent colleges of education have brought many developments in the education system in Bhutan. As the majority of the faculty members in the education colleges are Australian alumni, this case study was focused on how their Australian educational experiences have influenced professional practice in teacher education. This focus was part of a qualitative study which revealed influences in teacher education, research, and leadership as three critical changes that were attributed to the Australian educated faculty members of the education colleges. Inculcating international best practices in teaching pedagogy, curriculum development taking into account the Bhutanese context, and development of Early Childhood Care and Development curriculum are reported in this paper along with discussion of the implications for the Bhutanese education system.

Pathways Taken By One Canadian College to Advance Reconciliation and the Creation of a New Reconciliation Engagement Program with Indigenous Peoples

Canada-wide efforts are being made to close the gaps that exist in the health and wellness of Indigenous Peoples besieged by a past of cultural genocide, oppression, and exploitation. The purpose of this essay is to provide members of Colleges and Institutes of Canada (CICan) access to a proposed program to engage in reconciliation, with the objective of facilitating Indigenous community engagement through social innovation, training, and applied research. The proposed program is exemplified through the relationship built between Collège Boréal and Dokis First Nation located in northern Ontario. The proposed Reconciliation Engagement Program consists of two streams that encourage CICan members to utilize, among other possible decolonizing methods, the tenets of a Critical Indigenous Methodology to value and foreground local Indigenous voices. The first stream would consist of networking activities to establish relationships, understand Chief and Council’s vision, and seek opportunities for capacity building within an Indigenous community. The second stream would be project-based so that capital costs and human resources can be accessed to complete each project. While proposing the new program is important, the present essay can also be used to exemplify how Canadian colleges and polytechnics can adopt a decolonizing approach during their engagement with Indigenous communities.

Behaviour and attitudes of Spanish physicians towards their own process of falling ill: Study protocol and validation of CAMAPE questionnaire

Physicians have not learned their role as patients. Health programmes for doctors are focused on mental health. Nevertheless, anomalous behaviours of ill doctors exist independently of health problems. We present a study to describe behaviour and attitudes of doctors towards their own illness (CAMAPE) including the analysis of questionnaire validation. Material and methodsA mix methodology study based on semi-structured interviews to ill physicians and focus groups with members of medical colleges, occupational medicine services and doctors of ill doctors was performed. A survey was designed. Survey validation process included content and face validity, construct validity through exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis and reliability by Cronbach's Alpha Index. ResultsA total of 27 interviews to ill doctors and 4 focus group were performed. Content and feasibility assessment was made by experts. Psychometric validation was performed with a sample of 4308 answers (2450 women, 56.87%). A 5-factor (F) model explained 78.08% variance. First factor (F1) “The work might worsen health”. Second (F2) “Mental issues, toxic habits and the impact of a bad health on work performance”; Third (F3) presenteeism and sick leaves; Fourth (F4) the handling of an ill colleague and the role of medical colleges. Fifth (F5) the healthcare pathway and potential value of revalidation in medical profession. ConclusionsA comprehensive mixed study on the process of physicians becoming ill has been launched with a reliable questionnaire in a large sample of registered doctors. The analysis will help to formulate gender-sensitive policy and ethical recommendations in relation to sick doctors given the progressive feminisation of the medical profession.