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The Effect of Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL) Integrated Flipped Classroom on Problem Solving Ability and Self-Efficacy of High School Students on Thermochemistry Material

This research aims to determine problem solving ability and self-efficacy simultaneously and respectively of students instructed using Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL) integrated flipped classroom and the effective contribution. This research is a quasi-experiment with posttest only control group design. The population in this study includes all students of class XI MIPA in senior high school in Mandau Subdistrict. The research samples were taken using cluster random sampling. The research was carried out at SMAN 2 Mandau. The research instruments are essay questions of problem-solving ability and self-efficacy questionnaires. The data analysis used the MANOVA test with Hotteling's Trace test. The result of the research showed that there are significant differences in problem solving ability and self-efficacy simultaneously and respectively of students instructed using Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL) integrated flipped classroom with a scientific approach on thermochemistry material and the effective contribution toward problem solving ability and self-efficacy simultaneously on thermochemistry material is 11.50%, problem solving ability 11.30% and self-efficacy 4.80%.

Physio-Psychosocial Risks of Depression among College-Going Adolescents in Bangladesh: A Data Note

Background The prevalence of depression among adolescents is an increasing global problem, including in Bangladesh as well. This cross-sectional data was collected to examine the physiological and psychological risk factors for depression among college-going adolescents in Bangladesh. Methodology Simple random sampling was employed as a sampling technique during the study period from May 2022 to August 2022. In the survey, a total of 1919 college-going adolescents were included through a Google-based questionnaire platform. The survey included socio-demographic characteristics and Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) questions. Before starting the survey, the questionnaire was translated and pre-tested in Bengali. To assess the dataset's feasibility and effectiveness, the pre-testing was done with a total of 43 adolescents. The questionnaire was revised several times before the final study to ensure it satisfied all standards. Conclusion This dataset may be valuable for researchers investigating the relationship between academic performance, psychological well-being, and other socio-demographic characteristics. To get a deeper understanding of the broader framework, policymakers may find it advantageous to enact policies that are specifically tailored to meet the needs and preferences of adolescents

Pain Self-Efficacy Can Improve During a Visit With an Orthopedic Surgeon.

Greater pain self-efficacy (PSE) is associated with reduced pain, fewer limitations, and increased quality of life after treatment for orthopedic conditions. The aims of this study were to (1) assess if PSE improves during a visit with an orthopedic surgeon and (2) identify modifiable visit factors that are associated with an increase in PSE. We performed a prospective observational study of orthopedic clinic visits at a multispecialty clinic from February to May 2022. New patients who presented to one of six orthopedic surgeons were approached for the study. Patients who provided consent completed a pre-visit questionnaire including the Pain Self-Efficacy Questionnaire (PSEQ) and demographic questions. A trained research member recorded the five-item Observing Patient Involvement in Decision Making Instrument (OPTION-5) score, number of questions asked, and visit duration. Immediately after the visit, patients completed a post-visit questionnaire consisting of the PSEQ and Perceived Involvement in Care Scale (PICS). Of 132 patients enrolled, 61 (46%) had improved PSE after the orthopedic visit, with 38 (29%) having improvement above a clinically significant threshold. There were no significant differences between patients with increased PSE and those without increased PSE when comparing the PICS, OPTION-5, questions asked, or visit duration. Almost half of the patients had improvement in PSE during an orthopedic visit. The causal pathway to how to improve PSE and the durability of the improved PSE have implications in strategies to improve patient outcomes in orthopedic surgery, such as communication methods and shared decision-making. Future research can focus on studying different interventions that facilitate improving PSE. [Orthopedics. 2024;47(4):e197-e203.].

Sarcopenia and Dinapenia in Patients with Ulcerative Colitis (Cross-Sectional Observational Study)

Background. Sarcopenia is a generalised, progressive decline in skeletal muscle mass, strength and performance leading to reduced quality of life, increased risk of falls, hospitalisation and mortality. Primary sarcopenia results from age-related changes in muscle tissue. In certain cases, sarcopenia develops secondary as a consequence of diseases including ulcerative colitis (UC), which is associated with a systemic inflammatory process, malabsorption syndrome, restriction of patients’ physical activity and nutrient deficiencies. The term “dynapenia” or “probable sarcopenia” has been proposed to describe the decrease in muscle strength. Studies have demonstrated that muscle strength is a more relevant marker for predicting adverse outcomes because its measurement is more practical, whereas muscle mass is technically difficult to measure. Aims — to increase the effectiveness of the diagnosis of dinapenia, to assess the prevalence and risk factors of its formation in patients with UC. Methods. A single-centre, observational cross-sectional study included 80 UC patients. To identify factors associated with the development of dinapenia, patients with dinapenia were compared with patients without dinapenia. The investigated parameters in patients: sex, age, body mass index, peculiarities of the course of the disease, ongoing treatment, concomitant pathology, peculiarities of nutrition, nutritional deficiency, malabsorption syndrome, bad habits, psychological stress and sleep duration, physical activity, laboratory indicators of inflammation, myokine-adipokine profile. Statistical parameters were calculated using Statistica 10.0.1011.0 programme. Results. Dinapenia is present in 32.5% of UC patients. Risk factors for the formation of dinapenia in UC patients include female sex (p = 0.0003); nutritional insufficiency (p = 0.021); low physical activity (p = 0.010); artificial feeding in infancy (p = 0.024); inflammation, namely C-reactive protein, autoantibodies of class G against double-stranded DNA (p = 0.006; p = 0.002 respectively). Patients with UC with dinapenia significantly more often gave a positive answer to the questionnaire question “Does daily activity cause you a lot of stress?” (p = 0.048). In the group of UC patients with dinapenia, the level of cortisol in evening saliva was significantly higher than in the comparison group (p = 0.005). Conclusions. Sarcopenia and UC are multifactorial conditions with common developmental mechanisms that can burden each other. Dynamometry is not technically difficult and is justified from an economic point of view. The timely detection of dinapenia and its correction will additionally affect the mechanisms of UC pathogenesis in order to improve the quality of life and prognosis of patients.

Teaching Materials Based on Ethnomathematics of Muaro Jambi Temple

The mathematics teaching materials teachers use are complex for students to understand, and there needs to be elements of cultural content. Based on this, this research aims to develop flat-building teaching materials based on the ethnomathematics of Muaro Jambi Temple. This type of research is development research using the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation). The methods used to collect data are observation, interviews, questionnaires, and tests. The instruments used to collect data were questionnaire sheets and test questions. The validation stage is divided into two stages: validation 1 by three experts (material, design, and language) and validation 2 by the teacher to see the practicality of the teaching materials. The data analysis technique uses qualitative and quantitative descriptive analysis. The research results showed that the validation of material experts with presentations was 83.5%, design experts 86.7%, and language experts 85.2%. The teacher's practicality test obtained 77%, and the student's response to the teaching materials obtained a presentation of 90%. The validation results show that the teaching materials developed are efficient in the mathematics learning process and meet valid and practical criteria. It was concluded that the Muaro Jambi Temple ethnomathematics-based flat building teaching materials were suitable for learning.

Improving Reading Comprehension Skills Through a Whole Language Approach in Fifth Grade Elementary School Students

Reading comprehension skills are not always easy and quick for every student to master. It is still found that students and school conditions do not support reading activities, so students' reading comprehension skills do not develop optimally. Thus, an approach to learning that can improve students' reading comprehension skills is needed. This research aims to analyze the Whole Language Approach in improving reading comprehension skills for fifth-grade elementary school students. The research method for this research is to adopt the Kemmis and McTaggart action research model. The subjects of this research were 30 class V students. The data collection methods for this research are observation, interviews and tests. The data collection instruments for this research used questionnaire sheets and test questions. This data analysis technique uses two techniques: qualitative data analysis and descriptive static data analysis. The research results were that students' interpretative level reading comprehension skills only reached 48% at the beginning of the pretest. When implementing the whole language approach in cycle I, there was an increase of 78%. Moreover, It increased again until in cycle III, it became 83%. It is concluded that the whole language approach is one-way teachers can use to improve reading comprehension skills at the interpretative level. The implication of this research is that applying the Whole Language Approach can help students learn.

Vision-related quality of life, photoaversion, and optical rehabilitation in achromatopsia.

We report on photoaversion and patient-reported quality of life in Danish patients with achromatopsia and evaluate the best optical rehabilitation. Our results contribute to the evaluation of outcome measures in therapy trials and aid in providing the best optical rehabilitation for patients with this and clinically similar conditions. This study aimed to investigate the vision-related quality of life, the impact of photoaversion on daily living, and the best optical rehabilitation in a cohort of achromatopsia patients, including testing the hypothesis that red light-attenuating filters are generally preferred. Patients with genetically verified achromatopsia were recruited. Investigations included the 25-item Visual Function Questionnaire and supplementary questions regarding photoaversion and visual aids. Patients were evaluated by a low vision optometrist and given the choice between different light-attenuating filters. First, two specially designed red and gray filters both transmitting 6% light, and then a pre-defined broader selection of filters. Best-corrected visual acuity and contrast sensitivity were measured without filters and with the two trial filters. Twenty-seven patients participated. Median 25-item Visual Function Questionnaire composite score was 73, with the lowest median score in the subscale near vision (58) and the highest in ocular pain (100). The majority of patients (88%) reported that light caused them discomfort, and 92% used aid(s) to reduce light. Ninety-six percent (26 of 27) preferred the gray filter to the red indoors; 74% (20 of 27) preferred the gray filter. Contrast sensitivity was significantly better with the gray filter compared with no filter (p=0.003) and the red filter (p=0.002). Our cohort has a relatively high vision-related quality of life compared with other inherited retinal diseases, but photoaversion has a large impact on visual function. Despite what could be expected from a theoretical point of view, red filters are not generally preferred.

A Pilot Study on the Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Mothers About Their Children's Vaccination in a Medical Institute in Jharkhand, India.

Introduction Immunisation is one of the key public health instruments to combat childhood morbidity and mortality. However, the lack of mothers' knowledge and motivation to vaccinate their children has affected vaccination programs and vaccination coverage rate in the state of Jharkhand. Therefore, addressing this knowledge gap, our study aims to evaluate the extent of mothers' understanding of the effects and aspects of vaccination for their children. Materials and method This is a cross-sectional study conductedat the paediatric vaccination clinic of Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Ranchi between October 2022 and September 2023. The sample population included 200 mothers as participants (18 years and above). The survey was done with a self-administered questionnaire of questions about socio-demographic factors, mothers' knowledge, and mothers' practices, and answers were consolidated in the form of a table. Results The majority of participants in this study were below 25 years of age and were literate. The missed vaccination percentage was also significantly higher among illiterates, mothers below 30 years of age, and unemployed ones. Among the respondents, 73.3% of illiterate mothers, 56% of those below 30 years of age, and 64% of unemployed mothers missed their children's vaccination schedule. Among the mothers, 75% did not know the names of vaccine-preventable diseases. Of the respondents, 50% believed intercurrent illnesses like fever and the common cold to be side effects and contraindications of vaccines. Among the mothers, 65% never posed any questions to the paediatrician. Of the mothers, 97% safely kept the vaccination card and 82% relied on government or public health centres for vaccination purposes. Conclusion The majority of our population was in favour of vaccinating their children but there existed a huge lacuna in their knowledge about vaccination. This study concludes that firmer measures have to be exercised to bridge this knowledge gap. Only this can improve the vaccination coverage rate.

Women’s experiences of disrespect and abuse in Swiss facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic: a qualitative analysis of an open-ended question in the IMAgiNE EURO study

BackgroundThe COVID-19 pandemic has challenged the provision of maternal care. The IMAgiNE EURO study investigates the Quality of Maternal and Newborn Care during the pandemic in over 20 countries, including Switzerland.AimThis study aims to understand women’s experiences of disrespect and abuse in Swiss health facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic.MethodsData were collected via an anonymous online survey on REDCap®. Women who gave birth between March 2020 and March 2022 and answered an open-ended question in the IMAgiNE EURO questionnaire were included in the study. A qualitative thematic analysis of the women’s comments was conducted using the International Confederation of Midwives’ RESPECT toolkit as a framework for analysis.FindingsThe data source for this study consisted of 199 comments provided by women in response to the open-ended question in the IMAgiNE EURO questionnaire. Analysis of these comments revealed clear patterns of disrespect and abuse in health facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. These patterns include non-consensual care, with disregard for women’s choices and birth preferences; undignified care, characterised by disrespectful attitudes and a lack of empathy from healthcare professionals; and feelings of abandonment and neglect, including denial of companionship during childbirth and separation from newborns. Insufficient organisational and human resources in health facilities were identified as contributing factors to disrespectful care. Empathic relationships with healthcare professionals were reported to be the cornerstone of positive experiences.DiscussionSwiss healthcare facilities showed shortcomings related to disrespect and abuse in maternal care. The pandemic context may have brought new challenges that compromised certain aspects of respectful care. The COVID-19 crisis also acted as a magnifying glass, potentially revealing and exacerbating pre-existing gaps and structural weaknesses within the healthcare system, including understaffing.ConclusionsThese findings should guide advocacy efforts, urging policy makers and health facilities to allocate adequate resources to ensure respectful and high-quality maternal care during pandemics and beyond.

Empowering families intervention and elderly groups to reduce the anxiety levels of elderly with diabetes mellitus in Indonesia

Optimal care for elderly individuals with diabetes mellitus requires the involvement of both family members and elderly groups. This research investigated the impact of empowering elderly caregivers and families to provide independent care for individuals with diabetes mellitus and decrease their anxiety levels. The study utilized a quasi-experimental design with a comparison group design involving intervention and comparison groups comprising 128 elderly individuals and 128 families. The HARS questionnaire and researchers' family capability questions were used in a two-month intervention aimed at assisting elderly people with diabetes mellitus to manage their anxiety levels independently. Families in independent care received weekly assistance from elderly individuals and nurses. The intervention given to the elderly and their families in the intervention group was an elderly and family empowerment program for caring for elderly patients with diabetes mellitus. Following the intervention, a post-test was administered to respondents to assess their anxiety levels using the HARS questionnaire, which was analyzed using both independent and dependent T tests. The intervention significantly improved the family's knowledge, attitudes, and skills in caring for the elderly (p = 0.001). The intervention group showed a significant decrease in anxiety levels, as indicated by a p-value of 0.003. In conclusion, empowering families and the elderly group enhances their ability to care for elderly people with diabetes mellitus independently at home and reduces their anxiety levels. This study emphasizes the significance of education and support for families and elderly caregivers in enhancing their caregiving abilities, improving outcomes, and reducing anxiety.

The Use of Youtube as an English Learning Media at Management Program Study of Universitas Mahkota Tricom Unggul

The demanding situations of the arena of training in assembly the wishes of the internet era are pretty large. This is because of their extraordinary existence experiences, particularly their enjoy in the usage of technology. The internet itself opens up many possibilities for integrating technology in classroom learning. Youtube is one of the getting to know media that may be incorporated in getting to know publications which can be taken into consideration hard with the aid of using students.. The purpose of this research is to be able to find out the benefits that can be taken from youtube for English learning media in English courses. This research is a qualitative research in which the author uses observation, question and answer (interview) and questionnaire. The results of the study show that videos on Youtube can be used as one of the learning media.

Margin Pemasaran Komoditi Kentang Di Kecamatan Modoinding Kabupaten Minahasa Selatan

The objectives of this study were to map market actors, calculate marketing margins for potato crops, and describe the potato marketing channels in Modoinding Sub-district. The research took place in May 2023 and was conducted in Modoinding District, South Minahasa Regency. Data were collected through primary data by conducting interviews with owners or farmers who cultivate potato crops using a list of questions (questionnaires) that have been prepared. Secondary data were obtained through literature searches from literature, articles, journals, previous research and relevant data and reports from relevant agencies such as the Department of Agriculture, BPS and district, sub-district and village governments to support primary data. Samples were taken from 30 people in 10 villages using simple random sampling and for traders using snowball sampling. The data obtained were analyzed descriptively, and using tables, and described in the form of surveys obtained through direct interaction with research subjects or test subjects using questionnaire techniques. The marketing channels obtained can be described as a whole pattern and level of marketing channels. The results of this study show that the potato marketing margin of each institution in Modoinding sub-district is different between Manado, Bitung, and Kotamobagu channels. Farmer's share received by farmers in the Bitung channel is higher than farmer's share in the Manado and Kotamobagu channels, but farmers still get the same purchase price. Channel (farmer - intermediary - retailer - consumer). Farmers still get the same price and the costs of labor and transportation are borne by buyers, namely collectors and retailers.

Analisis Keuntungan Usaha Keripik Pisang Goroho Marindi Kelurahan Karombasan Utara Kecamatan Wanea Kota Manado

The purpose of the study was to analyze the profit of goroho banana chips business “Marindi” in Karombasan Utara Village, Wanea District, Manado City. The research was conducted from February to March 2023. This research was conducted at the “Marindi” goroho banana chips business located in North Karombasan Village, Wanea District, Manado City. The data taken is primary data using direct interview techniques with business owners, based on questions (questionnaires) that have been prepared. The sampling method used in this research is a case study by determining the Goroho Banana Chips business in North Karombasan Village, Wanea District, Manado City. Data analysis carried out in this research is descriptive analysis method and presented in tabular form. Then measured using revenue analysis, profit, total costs incurred, and revenue cost (R/C). The results showed that the total revenue of the “Marindi” goroho banana chips business during January 2023 amounted to Rp13,140,000 / month with production costs / month of Rp6,062,765 overall the total profit earned by the “Marindi” business amounted to Rp7,077,235. The feasibility of the “Marindi” goroho banana chips business shows an R / C Ratio of 2.16 with an R / C value> 1, so the business profit is feasible to run.

Создание опросника прагматической компетентности детей 5-8 лет

<p>The work aims to test a new questionnaire for parents and educators to assess the pragmatic competence of children from 5 to 8 years old. Parents of 753 children and teachers of 903 children from preschool institutions took part in the testing, filling out the proposed questionnaire online. Subsequently, after the initial analysis, 674 parent questionnaires remained in the work, of which 287 questionnaires were from parents of five-year-old children (130 of them boys), 213 from parents of six-year-old children (108 boys), 131 from parents of seven-year-old children (60 boys) and 43 from parents of eight-year-old children (21 boys). And also 903 questionnaires of preschool teachers (at this stage we did not include a survey of school teachers): 487 children of 5 years old (214 boys), 409 children of 6 years old (206 boys) and 7 children of 7 years old (4 boys). Statistical analysis of the material included: 1) checking for normality of the distribution of answers; 2) analysis for consistency of the entire questionnaire, its scales and individual questions; 3) exploratory factor analysis; 4) confirmatory factor analysis; 5) identifying gender differences for each of the questions using the Mann-Whitney test. The study showed that the pragmatic competence of children includes: 1) understanding of the literal and figurative meaning of statements; 2) mastery of non-verbal means of communication; 3) communication skills: politeness, openness to communication, adequate response to the expectations of the interlocutor; 4) development of verbal creativity in various genres, including fantasy. The results of the analysis showed that girls’ pragmatic competence at the age of 5-8 years was better developed than boys, however, in general, in normatively developing children by the age of 5, the main aspects of pragmatic competence have already been developed, and in the future may deteriorate, but understanding the figurative meaning of statements continues to develop at school. This questionnaire requires some refinement and testing for test-retest and external validity.</p>

Scale Development Study to Determine the Effectiveness of Digital Transformation in Businesses: An Application in Turkish Defence Industry

The global attractiveness of digital transformation technologies leads many nations to increase their investments in these technologies and to achieve a stronger economic position. While this process can be considered in the context of many sectors, it has emerged more clearly in recent years, especially in the defence industry. Not only in many developed countries but also in Turkey, especially with the developments in the last 15 years, the defence industry sector can find a place among the notable countries in the world. Therefore, the use of these technologies can be expressed as a dynamic structure whose potential increases daily thanks to the added value it creates and the ecosystem it has created. However, this process is not only the application field of the private sector but also creates value in the context of the theoretical framework and concepts revealed by scientific studies. This study, it is aimed to develop a scale to determine the ‘digital transformation effectiveness’ in defence industry enterprises. In this framework, the scale and questionnaire questions were sent to companies operating in the Turkish defence industry, and 65 companies responded. The data was subjected to validity and reliability analyses using SPSS 26 and AMOS 26 programs, followed by statistical testing through exploratory factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis. The findings showed that the scale has sufficiently high internal consistency, has explanatory and confirmatory factor validity, and also has criterion validity based on sub-dimensions.

유아기 자녀를 둔 부모공감능력의 의미와 구성요인에 관한 델파이 연구

Objectives This study aims to clarify the meaning of parental empathy ability using the Delphi technique and to derive constituent and sub-factors. Methods To this end, the concept of parental empathy ability was defined through preceding research and liter-ature review, and the structuring factors of the ability were derived. An expert Delphi survey was conducted using the derived data to confirm the exploratory study of deriving the components of parental empathy ability. The data analysis method of the first Delphi survey questionnaire was conducted in order to define the concept of parental empathy and derive the structuring factors. A structured questionnaire, free-choice and open-ended questions were conducted with 13 experts in order to confirm the content validity. Using SPSS 25.0, the average value, standard deviation, skewness, agreement, convergence, and CVR ranges of each variable were calculated, and questions that did not meet each criterion were modified and deleted. Since the number of panels participating in the Delphi survey in this study is 13, if the CVR value is .554 or higher, it can be judged that the content validity is valid. The contents, were revised and supplemented with the experts, used to construct the second Delphi survey. It was used to construct the second questionnaire by reflecting the opinions of experts and revising and supplementing the contents. The second survey tool were gathered from the responses of the first survey. In or-der to clarify the opinions of each panel, structured questions with a 5-point rating scale were presented. Results First, the area of the scale consisted of three areas: ‘emotional empathy ability’, ‘cognitive empathy abil-ity’, and ‘behavioral empathy ability’, ‘emotional empathy ability’ consisted of perspective acceptance, cognitive empathy, and perspective acceptance, ‘cognitive empathy ability’ consisted of emotional response, emotional al-location, and emotional perception, and ‘behavioral empathy ability’ consisted of pseudo-movement, expression consistency, listening, and relationship formation. Conclusions The study is significant in that it derives categories and sub-factors of parental empathy ability that have recently come into focus. Furthermore, the study is significant in that it can be used as basic data for deriving the question composition through focus group interviews in the future.

The relationship between dental anxiety and oral health literacy with oral health-related quality of life

Background and AimDental anxiety is a prevalent issue in society, characterized by an uneasy sensation and anticipation of negative experiences in dental settings. In essence, dental anxiety, oral health literacy, and quality of life may have a relationship with each other, however, there is a shortage of evidence examining the interplay between these factors. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the relationship between dental anxiety and oral health literacy (OHL) with oral health-related quality of life (OHRQOL).MethodsThis is an analytical cross-sectional study conducted on 155 patients referred to the Department of Oromaxillofacial Diseases. Three questionnaires consisting of dental anxiety scale, oral health impact profile- 14, and oral health literacy adult questionnaire were used to measure anxiety, health literacy, and the quality of life-related to oral health. Scores were recorded and analyzed by IBM SPSS 24 software using independent samples T-test and ANOVA. Besides, the confirmatory modeling through the goodness of fit index of the model was applied.ResultsThis study involved 155 participants, with a mean age of 38.44 ± 14 years. The majority were females, comprising 99 individuals (63.9%). In this study, 89 patients (57.4%) had dental anxiety. The mean OHL score in the examined participants was 9.88 ± 3.97. Both factors of anxiety (p < 0.001) and OHL (p = 0.012) had a significant effect on the OHRQOL. There was no significant difference in the mean OHRQOL among the three categories of OHL (p = 0.085). The confirmatory modeling showed that only the fourth (p = 0.065) and fifth (p = 0.146) questions of the OHL questionnaire had no significant effect on the total score of OHL. Besides, both factors of anxiety (p < 0.001) and OHL (p = 0.012) had a significant effect on OHRQOL. With an increase of one unit in anxiety, the OHRQOL score increases by 0.31 and for a one-unit increase in the OHL score, the OHRQOL score decreases by 0.66 units.ConclusionIn conclusion, it seems that considering various dimensions of oral and dental health can help patients to have reduced psychological anxiety. Notably, further multicenter studies assessing diverse variables related to dental anxiety, OHL, and OHRQOL, and considering more comprehensive study designs with longitudinal follow-up could help provide insights into how changes in dental anxiety and OHL over time affect OHRQOL.

Determinant of Agricultural Cold Chain: Study Case Approach

The purpose of this research is to promote innovation in the development of technology and management solutions that can improve the overall performance of the cold chain. By identifying research gaps and lingering challenges in managing agricultural cold chains, this research aims to encourage the development of new and sustainable solutions that can improve operational efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality. This research is quantitative research by making observations to the respondent. The respondents who completed the questionnaire were farmers who use logistics services in Bekasi and its surroundings. Questionnaire questions are distributed directly to respondents. Data analysis in this study uses SPSS 25 by looking for the results of the influence between existing variables, namely independent and dependent variables. Harvest Handling and Electricity variables are not significant in influencing Cold Agriculture, while Cold Storage and Reefer Containers have a significant influence. Therefore, pay more attention to effective cold storage practices and integration of reefer containers in improving the quality and efficiency of agricultural cold chains. This could include improved cold storage infrastructure, the use of more advanced technology in reefer container management, and increased training for practitioners in equipment handling and use.

Banditry Implications on Socio-Economic Development in Baringo South Sub-County, Kenya

Banditry incidents affect people in various ways like displacement from homes, cause poor health, disrupt education, increase poverty, and create unfavourable business environment. At Baringo South Sub-County in Kenya, many lives have been lost and several injured in banditry incidents. National and County governments have invested in measures to enhance security and contain livestock theft, but challenges still exist. In this study, purposive and stratified random sampling techniques were used. The sample size was 364 residents. Mixed research methods of quantitative and qualitative were used in the study, with instruments for data collection being closed-ended question questionnaires and open-ended structured interview schedules. The study found that banditry negatively affects the average income levels of locals through its outstanding effects on aspects such as poverty, destruction of business activities, displacements from homes, creating an unfavorable climate for investors, unemployment, and professionals’ avoidance of banditry-prone areas due to insecurity. Further, the findings of this study demonstrated that banditry has notable implications on literacy levels through its serious impact on the closure of schools, instilling fear in learners and teachers besides being one of the causes of school dropouts.

Senior Secondary School Students’ Academic Performance in Katsina Zonal Education Quality Assurance of Katsina State, Nigeria

This study explored how Katsina State Zonal Education Quality Assurance principals' leadership styles effect student achievement. The study revealed that principals must involve all stakeholders in school decisions. Simple random sampling was used in this investigation. The study included 19 principals and 114 instructors. Data was collected using the principals leadership style questionnaire (PLSQ) and students' previous test questions. Mean, standard deviation, and related sample t-test were employed to answer research questions and test hypotheses at 0.05 significance. The study found that democratic leadership affects SSCE performance more than other approaches. At the end, it is suggested for the state education ministries to establish workshops to train principals on successful leadership styles. Similarly, principals should use democratic leadership approaches that involve the entire school community in decision-making. Furthermore, school principals should adopt transformational leadership, involving individual involvement in decision-making. Finally, there is need to address academic deficits through regular meetings between principals, teachers, and students. Keywords: School, Students, Academic Performance, Education, Quality Assurance and Nigeria