Relevant Competencies Research Articles

Competencies of specialists engaged in the life management rehabilitation

BACKGROUND: The need to create qualified human resources of institutions and organizations involved in the comprehensive rehabilitation and habilitation of persons with mental disorders is relevant.
 AIMS: To study the content of available professional standards of specialists in the current modern direction of the life management and support for citizens with mental disorders to make the necessary additions and changes based on relevant competencies.
 MATERIALS AND METHODS: During the study, data search was conducted. The content of the professional standards of social profile specialists was analyzed. Moreover, information sources regarding the target orientation of the activities of specialists who promote the life and support of citizens with mental disorders were analyzed.
 RESULTS: The lists of general professional, personal, and special competencies of specialists involved in the life management and support of citizens with mental disorders were determined. Proposals were made to adjust and introduce new formulations into the substantive parts of their professional standards based on relevant competencies of specialists.
 CONCLUSION: The above proposals will be the basis for making reasonable additions to the professional standards of specialists engaged in the life management and support of citizens with mental disorders to improve the system of their professional development and retraining.

Design and construction of multifunctional high-rise complexes as a stage to creation of vertical cities

The article raises the question of comfortable living environment in modern megacities, by building high-rise multifunctional complexes, which are an effective and rational means of increasing the density of urban development and the environment as a whole, while creating its multi-level per unit area of urban territory. The article presents examples of foreign and Russian experience in the construction of multi-level urban complexes. Attention is drawn to the fact that the design and construction of skyscrapers inevitably leads to the improvement and development of relevant technologies and competencies. The improving of building technologies in future cities will be able to produce a wider range of services both above the surface and in the urbanized underground without large losses of the resources of the cities themselves and for the benefit of future generations. It is noted that there are two opposite directions of the vertical development of the city (horizontal and vertical).

Facilitating Academic Engagement with Society: A Bonding Social Capital Approach to Self-Determination

Abstract This study examines how academic engagement with society can be facilitated by higher education institution (HEI) managers by studying academics’ needs and their managers’ support for autonomy, competence, and relatedness (i.e., the determinants of self-determination). Interviews were conducted with managers (n=6) and academics (n=16) affiliated with HEIs from the Hochschulallianz für den Mittelstand in Germany. The findings indicate alignment and gaps between managers and academics. First, the need and support for autonomy were present. Second, managers suggested that academics had relevant competencies, but academics indicated they had a lack of such competencies. Third, managers perceived that there was a strong collaboration between academics; however, academics reported that they experience negative peer effects when collaborating with society. Aiming to bridge the gap using a bonding social capital approach, HEI managers are recommended to strengthen academics’ sense of belonging to an HEI and to promote access to capital and competencies that are within the HEI’s internal network.

What to Teach in Small Animal Veterinary Orthopedics: A Survey of Practicing Veterinarians to Inform Curriculum Development.

Competency-based veterinary education focuses on the knowledge and clinical skills required to generate a productive and confident practitioner. Accurate identification of clinically relevant core competencies enables academic institutions to prioritize which new and foundational information to cover in the limited time available. The goal of this study was to aggregate the opinions of veterinary practitioners about small animal core competencies in veterinary orthopedics. An online 20-question survey was distributed with questions regarding respondent demographics, education, practice type, caseload, involvement in orthopedic procedures, access to referral hospitals, frequency of orthopedic condition presentation and procedure performance, and proposed percent allocation of various orthopedic curriculum topics. Responses were included from 721 respondents, largely first-opinion veterinarians (81%, n = 580/721). The majority (58%; n = 418/721) of respondents performed less than 10% of the orthopedic surgeries themselves and, 37% (n = 266/721) reported never performing orthopedic surgery; of those performing surgeries, 78% (n = 354/455) performed less than six orthopedic procedures monthly. The five most common orthopedic conditions seen included generalized osteoarthritis, patellar luxation, cranial cruciate ligament disease, hip dysplasia/arthritis, and muscle/tendon injuries. Median respondent scores for the percentage that a topic should compose in an ideal orthopedic curriculum were 20% each for "orthopedic exam" and for "non-surgical orthopedic knowledge," 15% each for "non-surgical orthopedic skills," "orthopedic imaging (radiographs)," and "surgical orthopedic knowledge," 10% for "surgical orthopedic skills," and 2% for "advanced orthopedic imaging." Based on these results, a curriculum focusing on the most clinically relevant orthopedic conditions with an emphasis on diagnosis establishment and non-surgical treatments is proposed.

Guidelines for resident training in veterinary clinical pathology. IV: Laboratory quality management-Teaching domains, competencies, and suggested learning outcomes.

The 2019 ASVCP Education Committee Forum for Discussion, presented at the annual ASVCP/ACVP meeting, identified a need to develop recommendations for teaching laboratory quality management principles in veterinary clinical pathology residency training programs. To present a competency-based framework for teaching laboratory quality management principles in veterinary clinical pathology residency training programs, including entrustable professional activities (EPAs), domains of competence, individual competencies, and learning outcomes. A joint subcommittee of the ASVCP Quality Assurance and Laboratory Standards (QALS) and Education Committees executed this project. A draft guideline version was reviewed by the ASVCP membership and shared with selected ACVP committees in early 2022, and a final version was voted upon by the full QALS and Education Committees in late 2022. Eleven domains of competence with relevant individual competencies were identified. In addition, suggested learning outcomes and resource lists were developed. Domains and individual competencies were mapped to six EPAs. This guideline presents a framework for teaching principles of laboratory quality management in veterinary clinical pathology residency training programs and was designed to be comprehensive yet practical. Guidance on pedagogical terms and possible routes of implementation are included. Recommendations herein aim to improve and support resident training but may require gradual implementation, as programs phase in necessary expertise and resources. Future directions include the development of learning milestones and assessments and consideration of how recommendations intersect with the American College of Veterinary Pathologists training program accreditation and certifying examination.

The Significance of Cooperation in Interdisciplinary Health Care Teams as Perceived by Polish Medical Students.

The aim of the study was to explore the opinions of medical students with regard to cooperation in the interdisciplinary team, as well as the factors affecting the formation of opinions. The study was conducted using the Polish version of the questionnaire Attitudes Towards Interprofessional Health Care Teams. The study involved 1266 participants, including students of medicine (n = 308), midwifery (n = 348), nursing (n = 316) and physiotherapy (n = 294). According to the opinions of the students participating in the study, the therapeutic process based on the interdisciplinary model improves the quality of medical care provided, increases patient safety, and improves communication between members of the therapeutic team. The factors affecting the assessment of cooperation in interdisciplinary medical care teams included the faculty and the year of studies, gender, as well as participation in the multidisciplinary courses. Students recognize the need for interdisciplinary medical teams. The training of future medical professionals should incorporate the elements of interprofessional education. This form of education allows students to develop both a professional identity and identification with their own profession, as well as encourages teamwork skills and shapes the attitude of openness towards representatives of other medical professions. However, in order to provide the students with the relevant knowledge, skills and competencies, it is essential to respect their diversity in terms of the faculty, as well as to account for the impact of gender and the year of studies which may affect their readiness to engage in teamwork.

Putting Real Work Practice into Class: A Case Study on the Application of Project-Based Learning to Teaching English for Professional Purpose

In recent years, Chinese vocational education has progressed a methodological paradigm that places a greater emphasis on the idea of “competence” in order to increase student employability. Given the professionalization of vocational education, more flexible and engaging teaching-learning environments are required. The goal of this study is to conduct research on the application of Project-Based Language Learning (PBLL) to improve instructional strategies in Vocational English for Professional Purposes (EPP) classrooms. This study applied a qualitative case study methodology to gather information from semi-structured interviews, classroom observations, and document analysis. The analysis of the data revealed that the instructors’ application of PBLL has the potential to improve students’ language proficiency and foster the growth of problem-solving skills and relevant competencies that are essential for achieving employability. In summary, this case study offers empirical proof of PBL’s effectiveness in EPP learning. Through the study’s findings, instructors and researchers with an interest in PBL integration in vocational CE classrooms may gain some insight of how teachers perceive and use PBL in actual classroom settings.

Development of an up-to-date competency profile of the head of the university educational program

The article presents a theoretical model and empirical data of the study of the competency profile of the head of the university educational program. We developed a research strategy to study the importance of professional competencies that allow us to successfully implement and develop university-level educational programs. A brief review of publications in the subject area under study made it possible to describe the theoretical model of the competency profile of the head of the university educational program and to identify empirical indicators for the preparation of expert survey questions. The expert survey was attended by 55 people, representatives of the teaching staff who manage educational programs of higher education. The survey database was processed in the SPSS Statistics program (version 23). Assessment of the importance of relevant professional competencies of educational program managers allows us to identify areas of advanced training and training programs for this category of university employees. The results of the study contribute to the improvement of the university’s work, aimed at the development of relevant educational programs of higher education.

СПЕЦИФИКА НЕПРЕРЫВНОЙ ПОДГОТОВКИ КАДРОВ ДЛЯ IT-ОТРАСЛИ В СИСТЕМЕ «ШКОЛА — ВУЗ — ПРЕДПРИЯТИЕ»

Currently, Russian scientists and specialists face important tasks related to the process of digitalization of the economy and the need to accelerate the rate of development of high-tech industries, increase the competitiveness of domestic goods and services, and ensure the technological independence of the country. To solve these problems, it is necessary, first of all, to ensure continuous advanced training of qualified personnel for the modern labor market within digital economy. The paper reflects the current issues of modernization of the Russian education system taking into account the challenges of digital transformation. The problems of training qualified IT specialists and possible ways to make up for personnel shortfall in the IT industry are outlined. The activities carried out in educational institutions for the purpose of mastering relevant digital competencies by students are described. An innovative model of continuous training “school — university — enterprise” in the areas of digital economy has been developed and tested. The image of an IT-class graduate is revealed, representing a mobile, constantly self-improving personality with a set of digital competencies necessary for full participation in socially significant activities in a dynamically changing information society. The tasks are considered and the results of career guidance work with students of educational institutions are presented. The conclusion is made about the effectiveness of the implemented educational project for the development of the digital economy.

Predlozi za unapređivanje liderstva na različitim nivoima obrazovnog sistema u Republici Srbiji

The content of this work is based on proposals for improving leadership at different levels of the educational system in the Republic of Serbia. As in most countries, four key levels can be distinguished in the Republic of Serbia that make up the basic structure of the education system: school, local self-government, school administration and the Ministry of Education and Technological Development of the Republic of Serbia. Bearing in mind the importance of leadership in the educational system, this paper offers suggestions for its improvement at each of these levels. At the school level, teachers who recognize leadership as a skill and potential quality would be directed onto the leadership track with the aim being prepared in time for arriving at a leadership position. At the level of local self-government, we propose a sort of cooperation and exchange of experiences between leaders and teachers schools located in geographic proximity. At the school administration level, we offer presentations concerning successful leadership; that is, presentations of the work of a successful principal at the end of each school year. At the highest instance of the educational system, the Ministry of Education and Technological Development, we suggest mandatory education and training of future principals/leaders, so that they have a good starting position that would be improved on through practice. The goal of this paper is the acquisition of new, relevant and necessary leadership competencies, both in leadership positions and before arriving at a leadership position in order to have a good starting point that would be improved through practice.

Motivation of insurers’ staff in the health insurance sector in the turbulent times

Introduction. Medical insurance is successfully practiced abroad, and the majority of the European population uses healthcare services at the expense of insurance companies. However, the population of Ukraine is not used to such an insurance product, and therefore it is very difficult to prove the need for insurance medicine and its benefits. A particularly important factor in the promotion of health insurance services is the qualification level of staff and their possession of relevant healthcare competencies. Therefore, when forming the staff of insurance companies, due attention should be paid to the professional level of specialists and their ability to promote such an insurance product as health insurance. Currently, the insurance industry in Ukraine is facing a perfect storm, as numerous external factors converge in time to reach their culmination. The purpose of the article is to substantiate the constituent elements of the model of the system of motivation of insurance companies' personnel in the conditions of turbulence as a prerequisite for increasing the competitiveness of insurance companies and stimulating the development of health insurance. In the process of the research, the authors answer the following scientific questions: (1) what are the basic problem areas of organisational and financial nature of the development of health insurance in Ukraine? (2) is there a dynamics of change in the personnel of insurance companies in the context of turbulence in HR management? Method (methodology). At the beginning of the research, we used the method of systematisation and comparison of opinions of various analysts and scholars to identify the main problem areas of organisational and financial nature of the development of health insurance in Ukraine. Next, based on the method of comparison, the authors analyse the dynamics of personnel changes in the TOP-5 domestic insurance companies in terms of insurance premiums received and foreign insurance companies of similar insurance groups in the context of turbulence in personnel management, and also provide examples of changes in the activities of insurance companies' management in the context of military operations. As a result, by applying the methods of structural-logical analysis and analysis of strategic gaps, the constituent elements of the model of the system of motivation of personnel of insurance companies are substantiated. Results. The problematic areas of organisational and financial nature of the development of health insurance in Ukraine with possible measures to improve the situation are identified. The need for continuous improvement of the professional level of insurance companies' employees and understanding of the specifics of the healthcare industry is emphasised. The article reveals the essence of the conditions of turbulence in the activities of insurance companies, which are understood as climate change, pandemic conditions and war, which determine the peculiarities of staff motivation as a factor in increasing the competitiveness of insurance companies. The authors describe the constituent elements of the model of the insurance companies' staff motivation system in the context of turbulence, in particular, critical human resources, strategic human resources development, search for the best talents, individual preferences and career development planning, employee assistance programme, adaptive learning, development of employees' skills and potential, organisational leadership, and intercultural adaptation.

Redefining Management Competencies in Industry: A Critical Analysis on HR Digital Transformation Effort

Aim/Purpose: In order to address the objective of the research aim of this paper, the influence of digital leadership competencies on employee satisfaction is examined. Background: Digital leadership competencies are indispensable in the digital world of work today. Leaders need them to survive in the digital environment and act successfully together with their employees. However, relevant leadership competencies in the digital transformation have hardly been studied so far, and there is a lack of models that determine them and derive support needs for leaders. Methodology: In order to examine the relationship between a manager's digital competencies and employee satisfaction, a survey of employees is used as a research method. A quantitative research approach investigates the characteristics considered digital leadership competencies. The underlying research question is addressed by using an online questionnaire completed independently by participants from different industries and different professional groups. In terms of using a reliability analysis, Cronbach's alpha was calculated with the data set obtained in the survey. Findings: The results show a relationship between digital leadership skills and em-ployee satisfaction in the digital age. Derived from the findings, this re-quires the adaptation of further training measures by the responsible HR departments Impact on Society: The advancing digitalisation is also changing the requirements for the compe-tencies of managers. By adapting leadership skills, employee satisfaction in the company can be promoted in the long term in a transforming work environ-ment. In addition, the research has shown that a manager's ability to build net-works, both within organisations and with external partners, can significantly impact employee satisfaction. Thus, along with the competencies of trust, tech-nology affinity and cooperativeness, it represents an essential digital ability of leaders

ОСОБЕННОСТИ ПРОФОРИЕНТАЦИИ В ГРУППАХ ПРОФЕССИЙ "ЧЕЛОВЕК-ЗНАК" (ДИЗАЙНЕРЫ И АРХИТЕКТОРЫ)

The article presents an analysis of the features and concerns with professional orientation in the field of design and architecture. The empirical framework is based on content analysis data of the websites of specialized universities: 20 universities were selected (13 architectural and 7 design schools). In addition, the analysis of thematic literature was carried out. In general, universities conduct active campaigns to attract schoolchildren and applicants, providing career guidance both in the form of open days and excursions around the university, and carrying out deep and versatile training in the subjects of the future specialty. At the same time, a contradictory process is observed: along with the reduction of relevant general educational competencies (exclusion of “Drafting” from the school program), schoolchildren are offered a wide range of preparatory courses (but on a paid basis). The lack of feedback (a system of feedback on preparatory courses) is yet another issue in almost all universities. In conclusion, a number of recommendations are proposed, involving the return of “Drafting” in a new format and the introduction of forms for feedback on the quality of preparatory courses

Policy recommendations to promote health and well‐being in sexual and gender minority populations in the United States

AbstractThis narrative review examines literature informing policy and laws relevant to the health and well‐being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) adult populations. Empirical factors related to structural stigma, specifically policy and law, were examined. Empirical studies examining structural stigma and health‐related outcomes in LGBTQ+ populations have proliferated since the publication of the Institute of Medicine's The Health of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender People (2010) and Hatzenbuehler's theoretical work on stigma‐related influences on LGBTQ+ health. Databases were searched using a priori terms. Over 2,100 articles were identified that included original data from the United States since 2010. Studies identified for inclusion (n = 78) were roughly evenly split according to whether results related to the influence of federal‐, state‐, or local‐level policies on LGBTQ+ adults’ health. Policy recommendations center around the expansion of anti‐discrimination law and policy, abolishment of law and policy that restricts access and rights of LGBTQ+ adults, supplemental training in relevant cultural competencies, and the provision of additional resources for vulnerable subpopulations of LGBTQ+ adults.

Digital visual modelling of educational virtual media

The modern educational process exists in an interactive information world. Modelling educational virtual media for mass involvement of learners in the process of formation of relevant competences. Digital visual art approaches form a holistic visual image of a virtual medium to actualize the subject of learning for learners. Examples of the implementation of the approaches in the creation of virtual media by Boxglass (Izhevsk) in educational institutions are described.

Институциональная среда конкурентоспособного агропромышленного комплекса как фактор устойчивого развития сельских территорий (на примере Республики Татарстан)

In conditions of limited resources, the problem of organizing the institutional environment, which determines the effective interaction of business entities, the introduction of innovations and digital technologies, is becoming more urgent. The organization of effective innovative production generates systemic effects of including resources in production, reducing costs for entering the industry, developing infrastructure, and increasing the competitiveness of agricultural enterprises. At the same time, in modern conditions, the level of requirements for the competencies of agricultural workers is changing. The implementation of an innovative system of training specialists and professional retraining of personnel, modern educational platforms provide for the transition to the implementation of individual training programs for specialists and professional retraining of personnel, the development of relevant competencies and training specialists to work in the environment of modern technological complexes. In the Republic of Tatarstan, the system of state support measures for agricultural enterprises has led to an innovative renewal of the production technological base, digitalization of agricultural production, improvement of the personnel training system, and, ultimately, increasing the efficiency of the agricultural sector of the economy and ensuring the competitive advantages of agricultural formations, ensuring sustainable development of rural areas. The synergistic effects of timely effective state support led to the growth of agricultural production in the republic.

Competencies required by patients and health professionals regarding telerehabilitation: A scoping review.

Telerehabilitation offers patients alternative access to therapy and has become more prominent during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the increasing attractiveness of such programs, there are research gaps regarding the required competencies in the demand-oriented technology use in rehabilitative care. The study aims at collecting evidence on competencies required by patients and health professionals for using telerehabilitation. We analyse tasks and requirements associated with telerehabilitation and derive and systematise relevant competencies. We conducted a scoping review and analysed MEDLINE, Psyndex, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science for empirical studies and grey literature from 2017 to May 2022. Articles had to be in English/German and refer to medical rehabilitation accompanied by health professionals taking place in the patient's home. One hundred ten articles were included, covering video conferencing systems, applications with video, audio, or visual therapy content, or wearables. Depending on the program, tasks before, during, and after therapy sessions differ, as do whether these are performed by health professionals, patients, or the technology. Users need digital, health-related, social, personal, and health professionals also professional competencies. This comprises telerehabilitation, technical, health-related, and clinical knowledge, a range of physical, cognitive, social-interactive, technical, and clinical skills, a positive attitude towards telerehabilitation and experience. Whether sociodemographic factors promote successful use is unclear. Telerehabilitation requires a variety of different competencies from patients and health professionals - going beyond the sphere of technical skills. This highlights the need for an evaluation of existing programs for promoting competencies in the use of telerehabilitation and refinement of the programs in line with demands.

Model and matrix of relevant competencies for the digital economy

Model and matrix of relevant competencies for the digital economy

Metode Baru untuk Menghubungkan Peserta Didik dengan Iman Kristen

Innovation in Christian Religious Education can create a more effective and engaging learning process for students, develop relevant skills and competencies, and increase students' interest and participation in Christian Religious Education. The main purpose of innovation in Christian Religious Education in the digital era is to create or discover methods/approaches that are more relevant and engaging for students in learning about Christianity. The method used in this research is literature review. This research method is used to find new methods to connect students with their faith through innovation in Christian Religious Education in the digital era. The benefits of innovation in Christian Religious Education in the digital era are to increase the effectiveness of learning Christian Religious Education, develop relevant skills and competencies, and increase students' interest and participation in Christian Religious Education. With innovation in Christian Religious Education in the digital era, students can connect with their faith and beliefs more effectively and authentically.

The adaptive learning system concept in present-day conditions

Argument: In recent years, there have been significant changes in approaches to the educational process implementation in accordance with international standards. At the same time, the emphasis is put not only on gaining relevant knowledge by students, but also on the relevant competencies that they could successfully implement in their practical activities. Taking into account the individual characteristics of students and their environment, which is designed to optimally organize the educational process, is outlined in the concept of adaptive learning. Goal: Definition of the concept of “adaptive learning”, its components and features of the educational process. Materials and methods: The analytical review of published scientific works on the subject under consideration. Results and discussion: Taking into account the difficult conditions for gaining knowledge (war with the Russian aggressor, the COVID-19 pandemic, difficult economic conditions), the implementation of the adaptive learning system becomes especially relevant. Adaptation of education to modern conditions, ensuring its innovation and productivity, adequate assessment with provision of a personalized approach to each student are the main challenges for modern education. Conclusions: The adaptive learning system is aimed at students’ acquiring of new knowledge, skills, ability to systematize and generalize the received information using modern information and communication technologies. At the same time, the emphasis is on the capability of the adaptive learning system to simulate an individual learning trajectory taking into account many internal and external factors: level of knowledge, learning conditions, abilities, individual psychological features of the student, etc.