Perceptions Of Obstacles Research Articles

Coalition: Mapping the Development of Inclusive Practices in Initial Teacher Training for Fostering Student Participation

In this article, we present the progress of the Erasmus+ Coalition European project. The aim of this project is to promote the development of inclusive practices in higher education so that optimal learning scenarios can be experienced which allow for the rethinking of participation processes in an educational context. In the first phase of the project, a study was carried out using a mixed methodological approach of teaching competences for the development of inclusive practices. University teaching staff and students from several European institutions participated in this study with the aim of gathering information on the following key areas: academic perceptions of possible institutional obstacles and resources; beliefs of the teaching body with regard to inclusive pedagogical approaches; and strategies for adapting to different learning styles and encouraging student participation. Here, we present the results obtained in relation to the implementation of procedures for inclusive teaching, placing our emphasis on the strategies used to favour the monitoring of student learning. Based on the achievements of the initial stage, our intention is to generate a community of practice that supports the training scaffolding of those concerned, and to develop online processes of inquiry to improve initial teacher training in fomenting student participation.

Perception of corruption as a business obstacle, generalized trust and relation centrism in low- and middle-income nations: the moderating influence of governance

AbstractWe examine regional differences in how generalized trust and relation centrism influence how 16,785 firms across 20 lower- and middle-income countries perceive corruption as a business obstacle. Using the machine learning method LASSO, our empirical findings indicate that higher out-group generalized trust is associated with increased perceptions of corruption hindering business operations. Conversely, higher in-group friend centrism aligns with reduced perceptions of corruption as an obstacle. Interestingly, regional disparities highlight that family centrism generally outweighs friend centrism in firms' perceptions of corruption obstacles. Furthermore, while legal institutional and regulatory quality partly mitigate this effect, political stability consistently plays the most significant role in weakening this association.

Description of COVID-19 Vaccination Behavior in Rural and Urban Communities in Serang District

Public health status in Indonesia can be influenced by the implementation of healthy behavior in the community. There are differences in behavior between people in rural and urban areas and factors that can cause vaccine delays that have the potential to affect COVID-19 vaccination coverage in Indonesia. This study aims to determine the behavior of COVID-19 vaccination in rural and urban communities in Serang Regency. This study used a descriptive research design with a quantitative approach which was conducted in October−November 2021 with a sample of 334 people aged 18−59 years. The results showed that the vaccination status of the respondents was complete dose (rural 65.3% and urban 70.3%), waiting for dose 2 (rural 22.4% and urban 18.6%), and dose 1 had been received but the dosing schedule 2 had passed (rural 12.3% and urban 11.1%). Three perceptions that are still low in percentage are perceptions of vulnerability, perceptions of obstacles, and cues to act. Some of the reasons for stopping the termination of COVID-19 in the community are not yet feeling that they will have severe symptoms if exposed to COVID-19, feeling confused about information related to COVID-19, not being able to carry out COVID-19 vaccinations because the schedule for COVID-19 vaccination program coincides with other activities, did not receive an invitation from the local government to vaccinate against COVID-19, vaccinate because people in their environment had vaccinated against COVID-19, did not receive support from cadres or religious leaders for the COVID-19 vaccination. Improved policy behavior can be improved by changing perceptions of vulnerability to COVID-19, reducing barriers, and also providing cues according to education through social media with the key message of spending the full dose of vaccine.

Electric vehicles adoption challenges in Oman: a comprehensive assessment and future prospects for sustainable cities

The rising popularity of Electric Vehicles (EVs), fuelled by technological advancements and supportive government policies, presents a promising solution to reduce carbon emissions from conventional cars. This study explores public perceptions of obstacles to Electric Vehicle (EV) adoption in Oman and assesses EVs' impact on city sustainability. Over 300 car consumers in Muscat participated in a survey, facilitated through Microsoft Forms, and distributed via email and social media platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Data analysis utilized descriptive statistics and Structural Equation Modelling (SEM). The study finds that the main obstacles to EV adoption in Oman include a lack of public charging infrastructure, limited EV knowledge, and concerns about available EV models. Safety issues, financial constraints, and low public awareness of climate change also hinder adoption. Structural SEM results show positive correlations between cost-effectiveness, charging infrastructure availability, climate change awareness, and intention to adopt EVs. However, safety concerns negatively impact EVs purchase intention. Regarding the impact of EVs on Oman's cities, respondents generally believe in the potential for EVs to improve air quality, enhance urban living conditions, and mitigate noise and air pollution. However, the respondents were also cautious about the widespread use of EVs due to the high infrastructure investment costs and energy consumption. Therefore, this study recommends targeted interventions like awareness campaigns, better charging infrastructure, and adoption incentives. These insights are vital for policymakers and stakeholders aiming to promote sustainable EV adoption in Oman and beyond.

Infrastructure System Obstacles and Technology Adoption by Firms in Transition Countries

Abstract This study uses business survey data to analyze firm perceptions of infrastructure systems in transition countries as obstacles to conducting business. Factors that contribute to reported perceptions are modeled, including country macroeconomic conditions, firm characteristics, and measures of overall reforms and infrastructure system reforms. Identified obstacles arise from binding constraints that limit economic growth, reflect implicit shadow costs, and signal areas in need of policy reform or infrastructure investment. The analysis covers electric power, telecommunications, transportation, and water and wastewater infrastructure systems. Also examined is whether transition indicators of reforms, intended to reflect improvements, are associated with perceptions of obstacles. Beyond identifying infrastructure obstacles and the effects of reforms during the transition process, we also explore firm adoptions of new electronic technologies, essentially a new infrastructure system, as they use email, websites, cell phones, and high-speed Internet in their business activity.

Farmers' Perceptions of Obstacles to Business Development

SummaryThis article examines perceived obstacles to business development of Dutch dairy farmers and compares them to Dutch broiler farmers and Swedish farmers. Understanding farmers' perceived obstacles is crucial for developing effective policies to support sustainable and resilient farms. Data were collected using a survey and analysed using factor and regression analysis. The study finds that rules and regulations are the most significant obstacle for all three groups of farmers. Dutch dairy farmers also face challenges related to land availability, permits and leasing, while Dutch broiler farmers have concerns mostly about foreign competition. Financial obstacles are significant but considered less important than regulatory and land‐related challenges. Farm characteristics, such as intensity of operation, off‐farm income, location, succession status and farmer's patience were statistically related to the perceived obstacles of Dutch dairy farmers. The associations found suggest that dairy farmers operating their businesses more intensively face more financial, social capital and land availability obstacles. It was also found that younger farmers or farmers with successors score higher on perceived obstacles concerning policy and land availability. Recommendations include improving information provision, simplifying regulations, and engaging stakeholders to reduce policy obstacles. Also, policies should consider farmers' unique needs and should be implemented in a decentralised way.

The reality and obstacles of teaching Saudi Arabian Sign Language (SASL) to hearing students in regular schools: Alshams Private School as a model

IntroductionThis study delves into the reality and challenges associated with teaching Saudi Arabian Sign Language (SASL) to hearing students within the context of regular schools.MethodsA descriptive survey methodology was employed, utilizing a researcher-developed questionnaire. The sample comprised 148 participants, including 94 male and 54 female fifth- and sixth-grade students from Alshams Private School in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.ResultsThe investigation unveiled various obstacles in SASL instruction, encompassing the absence of Deaf sign language teachers, limited availability of diverse levels or courses for sign language education, occasional student embarrassment, and challenges related to the learning environment and resources. Gender-based differences were observed, with female students exhibiting a more positive outlook on the feasibility of SASL instruction. However, no gender-based distinctions were evident concerning perceived obstacles or overall questionnaire responses. Additionally, no significant differences emerged between fifth- and sixth-grade students in their perceptions of obstacles or questionnaire responses.DiscussionThe findings offer valuable insights into the challenges and student perceptions associated with SASL instruction in Saudi Arabian schools. Notably, the study provides a foundation for further research and potential improvements in sign language education.

KETERJANGKAUAN, DUKUNGAN, DAN KENDALA PELAKSANAAN PROGRAM MAGANG MANDIRI—MBKM PADA PROGRAM STUDI PENDIDIKAN BAHASA INDONESIA FKIP UNIVERSITAS TANJUNGPURA

This research aims to reveal perceptions of affordability, support and obstacles to implementing the Independent-MBKM Internship Program in the Indonesian Language Education Study Program, FKIP, Untan. This research utilizes research data in the form of perceptions of students participating in the 2021-2023 Independent Internship—MBKM program, totaling 26 people regarding the affordability of the program. Research data in the form of perceptions from 7 teaching and educational staff regarding support and obstacles to implementation. The data obtained was analyzed descriptively with the help of the SPSS application. This research succeeded in revealing that students responded positively to the ease of accessing the program. This research also succeeded in revealing that teaching and educational staff have provided good support to students and believe that the Independent Internship program is able to prepare students for the world of work and increase employment opportunities. The obstacles experienced were course recognition and limited time.

Perception of Dating Style and Extramarital Sex Behavior in Adolescents of University X in Surakarta City

Adolescence is a time when physical, sexual, psychological, and social changes occur. Adolescence and adolescence are periods of life that range from 10 to 24 years and are risky periods for adolescents. These changes lead adolescents to engage in high-risk behaviors, such as initiation to sexual intercourse, which have important consequences on health. Adolescent girls are at risk of groping/stimulating sensitive body parts during courtship. It also encourages teenagers to engage in sex outside of marriage. The objective is to analyze the perception of dating style towards extramarital sex behavior in adolescents at University X in Surakarta City. This research method uses a qualitative approach, with a case study design. The research informants consisted of the main informants, namely adolescent girls who were students at University X in Surakarta City. The results showed that the majority of adolescent girls' dating style by meeting in person and communicating via WhatsApp. Informants feel sexual attraction or urges when dating. The perception of adolescent vulnerability is high and the perception of seriousness is high to the dangers and impacts of extramarital sex. Adolescents who have a perception of benefits and perceptions of obstacles in dating behavior and sex outside marriage are beneficial, tend to have more encouragement in engaging in extramarital sex acts. Adolescents have confidence and cues to behave in dating and extramarital sex, so they are encouraged to consistently engage in these behaviors.

Policy Actors' Perceptions of Obstacles to Sudan's Policy of Wheat Self-Sufficiency Implementation

Policy Actors' Perceptions of Obstacles to Sudan's Policy of Wheat Self-Sufficiency Implementation

Analysis of the Relationship Perception of Benefits and Perception of Obstacles to Vaccinate COVID-19 Booster Dosage

This study aims to analyze the relationship between perceived benefits and perceived obstacles to vaccinating booster doses of COVID-19 in Pemalang Regency. This research is quantitative research with a cross-sectional study design. From the results of the hypothesis testing, it was obtained that the p-value of perceived benefits was 0.000, and the P value of perceived obstacles was 0.000. In conclusion, there is a significant relationship between the perception of benefits and intention to vaccinate booster doses of COVID-19 and a meaningful relationship between perceptions of obstacles and choice to vaccinate booster doses of COVID-19.
 
 Keywords: Booster, Barriers, Benefits, Intentions, COVID-19 Vaccine

Students’ Perception on the Implementation of Extensive Reading at Elementary School

This research aims to determine students' perceptions of implementing extensive reading. The focus of this research is on the benefits and obstacles in implementing extensive reading activities. Twenty elementary school students in one of the schools in Sidoarjo were the subjects of this research. The method used in this research is a qualitative method and data collection using interview techniques. The results showed that extensive reading affects students' interest in reading because it makes students feel happy, can imagine, and increases students' knowledge and English language skills. Besides that, other findings regarding students' perceptions of obstacles in carrying out extensive reading were also revealed in this research. Some of them are students' reading motivation which is classified as low which is caused by language skills and students' lack of perseverance, as well as about the style of language used in reading texts.

Critical Access Hospital Nurses' Perceptions of Obstacles to End-of-Life Care: A Qualitative Study.

Critical care nurses working in urban settings have reported obstacles in caring for dying patients. However, the perceptions of such obstacles by nurses working in critical access hospitals (CAHs), which are located in rural areas, are unknown. To study stories and experiences related to obstacles in providing end-of-life care reported by CAH nurses. This exploratory, cross-sectional study presents the qualitative stories and experiences of nurses working in CAHs as reported on a questionnaire. Quantitative data have been previously reported. Sixty-four CAH nurses provided 95 categorizable responses. Two major categories emerged: (1) family, physician, and ancillary staff issues and (2) nursing, environment, protocol, and miscellaneous issues. Issues with family behaviors were families' insistence on futile care, intrafamily disagreement about do-not-resuscitate and do-not-intubate orders, issues with out-of-town family members, and family members' desire to hasten the patient's death. Issues with physician behaviors were providing false hope, dishonest communication, continuation of futile treatments, and not ordering pain medications. Nursing-related issues were not having enough time to provide end-of-life care, already knowing the patient or family, and compassion for the dying patient and the family. Family issues and physician behaviors are common obstacles in rural nurses' provision of end-of-life care. Education of family members on end-of-life care is challenging because it is most families' first experience with intensive care unit terminology and technology. Further research on end-of-life care in CAHs is needed.

PUBLIC PERCEPTION IN IMPLEMENTING HEALTH PROTOCOLS AS PRECAUTION AGAINST COVID-19 ON HEALTH BELIEF MODEL THEORY

Various efforts have been made to prevent Covid-19, but they have not made us utterly free from Covid-19 and can live normally again as before the pandemic. An integrated model is needed to improve public health behavior in preventing Covid-19 through increasing public awareness, health services, and appropriate legal regulations. Concurrent embedded mixed methods analysis was used, where quantitative and qualitative data were taken simultaneously and then analyzed to conclude. The Quantitative data measuring public health behavior is based on a health belief model questionnaire with a sample of 235 people. Qualitative data measuring health services and legal regulations were conducted using structured interview techniques with nine respondents as heads of Health service and sub-district leaders in Batubara Regency, selected by purposive sampling based on urban and rural areas. Correlation analysis between variables obtained correlation results with a weak relationship (r = 0.21-0.40), namely perceptions of vulnerability, severity, self-ability, instructions for action, and knowledge. Meanwhile, the perception of benefits and barriers has a moderate correlation (r=0.41-0.60). The results of multivariate correlation showed only four variables that have a correlation, namely perceptions of obstacles, benefits, instructions for action, and knowledge. Health services through preventive, promotive, and curative measures are classified as good, but the application of legal regulations still needs to be improved, so the results are not optimal. Efforts to improve legal regulations must consistently increase public awareness in preventing Covid-19 in Batubara Regency.

Economic returns and the perceived obstacles to adopting active management in the forest-grassland transition ecoregion in south-central USA

Forest-grassland ecotones are a mosaic of grassland, savanna, and upland forest. As such, landowners may have opportunities to choose to manage their lands for multiple objectives. We estimated the economic returns from managing forest and rangeland in southeastern Oklahoma, USA to produce different combinations of timber, cattle forage, and white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus Zimmermann) browse for a 40-year period. We further conducted a survey to understand landowner perceptions of obstacles to adopting active management that involve timber harvest and prescribed fire. The highest net return was obtained from the treatment with harvested timber that was burned every four years (uneven-aged woodland/forest) because it had the greatest gross return from a combination of timber (46%), cattle forage (42%), and deer browse (11%). The return from this treatment was greater than that for managed for timber only (closed-canopy forest) or prioritizing cattle and deer (savanna). Survey results suggested that landowners were aware of the benefits of active management but that the majority (66%) considered cost a major obstacle in the management of their forest or rangeland. In particular, women forestland owners and older landowners considered cost an obstacle. Our findings advocate integrated timber, cattle, and deer management as the best economic strategy within the forest-grassland ecotone and for targeted outreach and landowner education related to the benefits of active management.

Principles for increasing equity in WASH research: understanding barriers faced by LMIC WASH researchers

IntroductionThere have long been critiques of colonial legacies influencing global health. With growing public awareness of unjust systems in recent years, a new wave of calls for antiracist and decolonisation...

Students’ Perceptions on E-Learning and Face-To-Face Learning: A Comparative Analysis of E-Learning and Face-To-Face Learning among University Students in Malaysia and Indonesia

In the midst of covid 19 endemic, educators all over the world realized that learning can be achieved everywhere via E-learning. In this study, the researchers investigated students’ perceptions of E-learning and face-to-face learning by performing qualitative and quantitative studies that involved 311 students from public and private universities in Malaysia and State Islamic University Imam Bonjol of Padang, Indonesia. The objectives were to investigate and analyse students’ perceptions of learner preferences, performance, study load, interactivity, and obstacles in E-learning and face-to-face learning. Findings disclosed that students demonstrated different perceptions and learning experiences. Most of the respondents indicated that they often experienced poor internet signal quality as the dominant factor especially those living in rural areas. In the interview, some students shared that they prefer a mix of face-to-face classes and a few online meetings. They also shared that their interest in online learning seemed to decrease and they appreciate face-to-face learning more. It was also disclosed that instructors are advised to be more creative and strengthen themselves with more advanced IT skills. As for the instructors, online instruction was a time-consuming resource and caused a work-life imbalance which not only impacts their families but also their social relations.

An Overview of the Factors that Influence Breastfeeding Mothers in Carrying Out the COVID-19 Vaccine on Working Area At Gladak Pakem Public Health Center Jember Regency

Breastfeeding mothers are included in a vulnerable group that is important to get the COVID-19 vaccine, but some factors influence it carrying out the COVID-19 vaccine. This study aimed to identify the factors that influence breastfeeding mothers in administering the COVID-19 vaccine in the working area of the Gladak Pakem Health Center. The design of this study used a cross-sectional study conducted on 106 breastfeeding mothers with a total sampling technique. Data collection uses 4 questionnaires, namely the respondent's characteristics questionnaire, knowledge about COVID-19 and the COVID-19 vaccine, cues for action, and perceptions of obstacles in carrying out the COVID-19 vaccine. Data collection was carried out door-to-door starting on 23-29 March 2022. The results showed that the majority of breastfeeding mothers had received the COVID-19 vaccine, as many as 88 (83%) breastfeeding mothers. The discussion in this study provides an overview of the dominant factors in breastfeeding mothers who have received the COVID-19 vaccine, including the age factor of the majority who have received the COVID-19 vaccine, namely reproductive age, the religion adopted is Islam, the last education level is high school, employment status the majority do not work, the majority of family support supports, the majority of the disease history has no comorbidities, the level of knowledge of the majority is poor, the majority's cues to act are high. The majority's perception of barriers is low.

Analysis of Nurse Perception Factors on Compliance Implementing Patient Safety Standards in Emergency Installations and Intensive Care Unit

Background: Patient safety standards are a global issue and a top priority for hospital health services. Every health service needs to strive for patient safety Various previous studies on the application of patient safety standards have been carried out only explaining external factors such as education, training, infrastructure and leadership with apassion for compliance behavior in the application of patient safety standards, while internal factor sare still very few, in this study what will be studied is internal factors in nurses, one of the internal factors that cannot be explained is the perception factor. Objective: The purpose of this study is to Analysis of Nurse Perception Factors on Compliance Implementing Patient Safety Standards in Emergency Installations and Intensive Care Units Tgk Abdullah Syafi' Hospital. Method: The type of research used is quantitative correlative with a cross sectional design. This research was conducted at Tgk Abdullah Syafi'i Hospital. The subjects in this study were all nurses working in the emergency room (ER) and the intensive care unit (ICU) as many as 63 people. The instrument used in this study was a questionnaire consisting of independent variables and a dependent variable questionnaire. Result and Discussion: The most dominant factor influencing the application of patient application standards is the action cue with an OR value of 4,702. this means that the higher the actioncue, the better the implementation of patient safety standards by 4,702 times compared to the action cues that low. Value B = natural logarithm of 4.702 = 1.584 because the value of B is positive, the action cue has a positive relationship with the application of patient safety standards. Conclusions: There is an influence between perceptions of benefits, perceptions of obstacles and cues for action on the application of patient safety standards

Financial performance and bankruptcy concerns of SMEs in their export decision

Research background: Due to having lack of financial power and low amount of revenues, most of SMEs? major concerns are bankruptcy and low financial performance. Those issues are risky situations for SMEs when making for their exporting activities. Therefore, depending on their performance and bankruptcy risk, they might more intensively perceive export barriers and this fact might determine their export decisions. Purpose of the article: This paper examines whether financial performance and bankruptcy concerns of SMEs affect their perceptions of export obstacles or not. Methods: This research performs random sampling method and directs an internet-mediated questionnaire to the selected respondents who are the executives of 408 Czech, Slovakian and Hungarian SMEs. To examine the influences of firm performance and bankruptcy on the perceptions of export impediments by SMEs, this paper employs Ordinal Logistic Regression Test. Findings & value added: The results show that SMEs having less healthy financial conditions less intensively perceive cultural-linguistic export barriers in comparison with SMEs having better financial performance. Moreover, firm performance is not a predictor variable in the perceptions of export costs, legislative and tax-related barriers by SMEs. On the other hand, while SMEs having more bankruptcy concerns more intensively perceive tax-related and cultural-linguistic barriers, bankruptcy concerns of SMEs do not influence their perceptions of export costs and legislative differences. Although many studies have investigated the impacts of financial conditions of SMEs on their internationalization and exporting decisions, they are isolated with only a market or only with a financial issue. The limited extents of those studies cause a partial investigation of export and financial issues of SMEs and make readers having a narrow perspective in this specific area. By focusing on various export obstacles and financial issues that SMEs face in different markets, this research offers a detailed understanding of SMEs? perceptions regarding their financial conditions and export barriers, from a comprehensive perspective. In this regard, this is the research gap that this paper aims to fill.