Science Stream Research Articles

Inventive thinking among rural students: a preliminary research

Inventive thinking is identified as one of the most significant skills for addressing 21st-century challenges. This skill serves as a catalyst for the Malaysia government's efforts to nurture innovative and creative culture responding to the digital disruption demands. This effort is aimed to narrow down the inequality gaps between rural and urban areas by fostering quality education and training for citizen. Therefore, this study aims to determine rural students' level of inventive thinking. This study utilized a survey design with instrument is adapted from the Systematic Inventive Thinking Model. Simple random sampling was employed by selecting thirty rural students from Form Four Science stream in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan. This study is significant for assessing students' ability to think inventively. The findings showed that the rural students' level of inventive thinking was moderately low. Therefore, there is a need to foster rural students' inventiveness within the classroom context. Stakeholders are responsible to monitor, strategize, and implement intervention programs to enhance particularly rural students' inventive thinking.

An Empirical Study on Environmental Laws Awareness Among College Students of Kashmir Valley

India, with its wealthy biodiversity and numerous ecosystems, has lengthily diagnosed the significance of environmental conservation for sustainable development. Environmental regulation in India encompasses a vast variety of criminal principles, regulations, and insurance policies that goal to defend and retain the environment, stop pollution, and promote sustainable use of herbal resources. In this study, we use a well-designed validated questionnaire to collect the information from 400 College students (200 male and 200 female) via online/offline mode using simple random sampling. The data collected was analysed statistically using statistical software SPSS (Version 20). The results of our study revealed that majority of respondents were not aware of legal laws, an important part of healthy society. It is important for every individual to study and know about environmental laws as it helps in understanding the environmental principles and regulations that govern the protection of environment. Statistically, non-significant difference was observed between Arts and Science Stream students in practice towards environment (P>0.05). Finally, it was suggested that legal literacy about environmental laws may be promoted as it will make society more fair and useful to protect the environment and address global issues related environment.

Differences in Creativity across Gender among Undergraduate Students

Creative people are the wealth of society. Creativity not only improves one's performance but also plays an important role in the development of the entire society as well as the country. The purpose of this present study was to find out whether there was any difference in creativity due to gender differences. The population of this study was the Undergraduate students of the Presidency Division of West Bengal. A total of 244 students were taken as samples from the Arts, Commerce and Science streams of Barrackpore Rastraguru Surendranath College and Chakdaha College. The Purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. The sample consisted of 109 Males and 135 Females. A self-constructed Creativity Test was administered to the students for data collection. Students' Verbal creativity was measured in terms of Fluency, Flexibility, and Originality. Students' Non-Verbal creativity was measured in terms of Fluency, Flexibility, Originality, and Elaboration. Mann–Whitney U test was applied for statistical analysis of data. The present study found that there were significant differences between Male and Female undergraduate students in terms of Fluency and Flexibility in both Verbal and Non-Verbal Creativity. No significant differences were found in both Verbal and Non-Verbal Originality and Non-Verbal Elaboration of Undergraduate students. Keywords: Gender, Creativity, Verbal Creativity, Non-Verbal Creativity

‘I enjoy it a bit, but I wouldn’t want to do it in the future’: pupil aspirations for STEM careers in lower secondary school

ABSTRACT At a time when the focus of school science policies in many nations is to encourage more pupils to study science for longer, a better understanding of who is and is not interested in STEM careers will play an important role in shaping the guidance that schools can provide their pupils and the interventions that seek to inspire more young people to remain in the science stream. This paper explores the career aspirations of more than 4000 pupils at the end of lower secondary school in the UK. It considers the relationship between career aspirations, pupil characteristics, and school-based factors linked to enjoyment of and motivation for learning about science. The findings show that most pupils enjoy and look forward to studying science and feel that they are successful at it whether they aspired to a career in STEM or not. The study also confirmed the multi-dimensional nature of STEM career aspirations in which underlying inequalities, particularly linked to gender and ethnicity, were very much apparent. The complexity of these relationships confirms what decades of initiatives have told us – that increasing the number of young people who study science and later enter the highly skilled STEM labour market is no easy task.

Moroccan Secondary School English Teacher’s Perception: Science and Literary Stream Students’ Performance

The study investigates the perceptions of Moroccan secondary school teachers regarding the academic performance of science and literary stream students aged 16 to 18. Through a combination of mail surveys, unstructured interviews with English teachers, and discourse analysis, the research identifies that English as the second foreign language in Moroccan schools influences the perceived advantages of science stream students over their literary counterparts. The findings align with a previous study and suggest that science students often pursue literary studies at Moroccan universities post-baccalaureate. The research delves into the distinctive characteristics of science stream students and proposes recommendations for governmental and ministerial reforms in the Moroccan educational system. The study underscores the historical incorporation of English in the Moroccan educational system since 1956 and highlights recent developments, such as the expansion of English language teaching to middle schools. It emphasises the impact of English language learning on students’ future orientations and tendencies in higher education. Ultimately, the study aims to draw attention to English teachers’ perceptions to facilitate positive changes in the Moroccan educational system, urging the education ministry and relevant authorities to consider reforms.

Students’ Life Skills with Reference to the Socio-Economic Status and Discipline of the Study in the Context of NEP-2020

Objective: The main aim of this paper was to examine the relationship between life skills and the socioeconomic status of the students enrolled in different disciplines of study in universities and colleges of Punjab State. Method: 600 students who were majoring in science, the arts, or business programs in the universities and colleges of Punjab State, India served as the sample. Modified Kuppuswamy (2022) Socio-economic scale (SES) was used. As per scale- families are placed into one of five categories: upper class, upper middle class, lower middle class, upper lower class, and lower class. A family’s total score can range anywhere from three to twenty-nine points, and it can only be determined by combining information about the members of the family’s education level, occupation level, and income level. Life skills were measured by self-developed tools. This test measures 10 life skills, including critical thinking, self-awareness, creativity, decision-making, problem-solving, effective communication, interpersonal relationships, empathy, stress management, and dealing with emotions. Each dimension has five statements, and a 5-point scale is used to rate each. Findings: It has been found in the present study that students of science disciplines have higher life skills in comparison to Commerce and Social science Streams. Similarly, students from higher SES backgrounds tend to have better Life Skills compared to those from lower SES backgrounds. Novelty: This research uniquely compares socio-economic status, academic discipline, and students' life skills within the NEP-2020 framework. It stands out by examining how these variables collectively impact life skills development, providing a nuanced understanding of their interdependence. By focusing on the diverse socio-economic backgrounds and varied academic disciplines, the study offers novel insights into tailoring educational strategies that foster essential life skills. In this research paper, an analytical approach has been applied to analyze the data as per NEP-2020's holistic and inclusive vision, aiming to bridge educational disparities and enhance student outcomes in a comprehensive manner. Keywords: Life Skills, Socio-Economic Status, Science, Social Science and Commerce Disciplines of study, NEP 2020

The contribution of information and communication technologies on performance management and measurement in healthcare: a systematic review of the literature

PurposeThis article aims to provide the current state of the art of the literature on the contribution of information and communication technologies (ICTs) on the measurement and management of performance in the healthcare sector. In particular, the work aims to identify current and emerging ICTs and how these relate to the performance measurement and management (PMM) cycle of healthcare organizations.Design/methodology/approachTo address the research objective, we adopted a systematic literature review. In particular, we used the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analysis (PRISMA) methodology to select articles related to the investigated topic. Based on an initial screening of 560 items retrieved from Scopus and ISI Web of Knowledge, we identified and analyzed 58 articles dealing with ICTs and PMM in the healthcare sector. The last update of the dataset refers to February 2024.FindingsAlthough we attempted to address a relevant topic for both research and practice, we noticed that a relatively small sample of articles directly addressed it. Through this literature review, in addition to providing descriptive statistics of research on ICTs and PMM in healthcare, we identified six theoretical clusters of scientific streams focusing on the topic and eleven categories of ICTs effectively tackled by the literature. We then provided a holistic framework to link technologies to the different PMM phases and functions.Practical implicationsNowadays, the availability of ICTs to support healthcare organizations’ processes and services is extensive. In this context, managers at various organizational levels need to understand and evaluate how each ICT can support different activities to benefit most from their adoption. The findings of this study can offer valuable insights to top and line managers of healthcare organizations for planning their investments in both existing and emerging ICTs to support the various stages of development and functions of PMM.Originality/valueMost of the current literature focusing on ICTs in the healthcare sector refers to the contribution that technology provides to clinical processes and services, devoting limited attention to the impact of ICTs on administrative processes, such as PMM. To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this represents the first literature review on the contribution of ICTs to PMM in the healthcare sector. The review, differently from other research focused on specific ICTs and/or specific PMM functions, provides a holistic perspective to understand how these technologies may support healthcare organizations and systems in measuring and managing their performance.

A Critical Examination of Digital Competency among Postgraduate Students of Burdwan University

In the age of continuous transformation, keeping in view the gradual increase in the usage of digital platforms, this study aims to explore digital competency among postgraduate students of Burdwan University. In this study, researchers have used a standardized questionnaire developed by Tzaflkou et al. [1] consisting of 28 items. 5- The Point Likert scale has been used for this research. Among randomly selected 112 respondents 65 were boys and 47 were girls in this study. The researchers used the “t-test” to analyze the data. The evaluated data revealed an insignificant difference in digital competency between male and female postgraduate students, whereas a significant difference in digital competency at .05 level between postgraduate students belonging to the arts and science stream prevailed here. Between Urban and rural postgraduate students, there was a significant difference at 0.05 level. The justification of this study shows that digital competence can make students more capable, and more job-oriented than before. The recommendations regarding digital competency for students, teachers, and overall educational institutions proved that it is essential for upgrading themselves and coping with the modern world. In conclusion, the study revealed that the proposed scale could be utilized for new acts and schemes regarding lifelong learning, and planned modifications, in the solitary areas for the betterment of people including students.

Political Awareness and Behaviour of Undi18 Cohort: Insights from a survey of Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia

The UNDI18 Bill, which lowered the voting age from 21 to 18 and provided automatic voter registration, was passed in 2019 by the Malaysian Parliament to the applause of many stakeholders. However, concerns have been raised about the readiness of these 18-year-olds to vote, given their limited exposure to political discussions. To address this, this study aimed to (i) explore the political awareness of 18-year-old first-time voters in Malaysia, (ii) investigate their sources of political information, and (iii) examine the relationship between their Malay student background studying in a Malay-based university and their political party and candidate choices. We surveyed 5,586 undergraduate students from Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia, using a quantitative research design. Our findings revealed that science stream students were less politically aware than their social science counterparts, and that respondents from the Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies scored the highest. Additionally, social media was the primary source of political information for our respondents. We also found that Malay students studying at a Malay-based university showed strong support for the Malay political leaders which supports the perception that Universiti Teknologi MARA nurtures its undergraduates to be defenders of Malay supremacy. Overall, our study provides valuable insights into the political awareness and behavior of 18-year-old Malaysians, which can inform efforts to engage and educate this demographic in future elections.

Understanding the Differences in Student Engagement, Skills, and Attitudes toward Group Discussion between Science and Social Science Streams in Battambang and Pailin High Schools

Understanding the Differences in Student Engagement, Skills, and Attitudes toward Group Discussion between Science and Social Science Streams in Battambang and Pailin High Schools

HUMAN RIGHTS AWARENESS AMONG POST GRADUATE STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO PITHORAGARH DISTRICT

Human rights refer to the fundamental freedoms, without which men, women and children cannot live with respect and dignity. Basics to human rights are the values of non-discrimination and equality, which contribute to building a culture of peace in society. In this study an attempt has been made to investigate the awareness of human rights among post-graduate students studying in the L.S.M. Campus, Pithoragarh and Government postgraduate college, Berinag. In the present study descriptive survey method was adopted. Simple random sampling technique was used to select samples of 100 post graduate students with the objective to study level of human rights awareness and to compare human rights awareness with respect to gender, academic stream and nature of residence among post-graduate students. A standardised Human Rights Awareness Test by Vishal Sood & Arti Anand,(2012) was used to collect the data. To analyse the data mean, standard deviation and t-test was used. The findings of the study reveals that majority of the students (42 percent) showed averege level of awareness.On the other hand female post gradaute students, urban residing and having Science stream students have shown more awareness. So, there is a need to provide human rights education in schools and colleges. Human Rights Education mission is to encourage personal growth and acceptance of others to foster cooperation and peace among individuals and countries. Students’ awareness of human rights helps in transferring the same to future citizens. Hence adequate awareness in them can help to create a sensitive, informed, and enlightened society.

An Evaluation of the Literature and Scientific Streams National Baccalaureate Exam Main Sessions’ Writing Construct: 2014 to 2018 Academic Years

An Evaluation of the Literature and Scientific Streams National Baccalaureate Exam Main Sessions’ Writing Construct: 2014 to 2018 Academic Years

A Study on Use of Electronic Resources and Services by Users of Pt. Sundarlal Sharma Library, PRSU Raipur, Chhattisgarh

This paper aims to propagate the pivotal role of e-resources in the academic environment, particularly focusing on the postgraduate students of the Science stream of Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur. A survey method was employed and a well-structured questionnaire was designed for collecting the data from respondents. This study focused to find out various aspects related to the use of e-resources by the target respondents i.e. awareness level, purpose of using e-resources, time spent by the respondents, etc. This study will enhance the infrastructure and basic requirement of e-resources in the library uplift the teaching and learning environment in the university and offer an insight to policy makers and librarians for better use of e-resources. as a result found that the Total 219 (100%) respondent’s use internet for e- resources and other purposes. The highest 182 (83.11%) of respondents use email followed by 146 (66.67%) use e-books, e-journals 85 (38.81%), e-newspaper clippings 76 (34.70%), e-pg pathshala 64 (29.22%), e-magazines 37 (16.89%), e-thesis 26 (11.87%), e-shodhganga 21(9.59%), e-repository13(5.94%),e-database 12(5.48%), and lowest 03(1.37%)by used is e-shodhsindhu. and The majority of the 163 (74.43%) respondents are satisfied with the use of e-resources,12 (5.48%) are dissatisfied, 19 (8.68%) are very satisfied and 25 (11.42%) respondents don’t know the satisfaction level.

Prevalence of Unhealthy Lifestyles and Its Correlates Among College-Going Students in Rishikesh, India: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Introduction Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) have a significant impact on health concerns. The transition from school to college coincides with various stressors,affecting student health. The objective was to assess the prevalence of unhealthy lifestyles among college-going students and examine the association of composite lifestyle scores with selected demographic variables. Methods All undergraduate colleges of Rishikesh were included in the study. Cluster sampling with a population proportionate to size was used to select the participants. A structured questionnaire was administered using Google Forms or pen and paper. Index values for each lifestyle activity were added together to get a lifestyle composite score. An unhealthy lifestyle was considered with a score below 40. Association with risk factors was analyzed using a chi-square test and logistic regression. Results Among 742 participants, 166 (22.4%)lived an unhealthy lifestyle with a lifestyle score of <40. The majority of participants were either underweight or above normal weight. An unhealthy lifestyle was prevalent among fourth-year professional students (7; 58.5%), medical (33; 32%), dental (27; 34.6%), hosteller (79; 36%), and BSc Nursing (21; 56.8%)students. BSc Nursing course (AOR: 11.09; 95% CI: 1.17-104.74) and favorable attitude (AOR: 0.74; 95 % CI: 0.59- 0.93) were significant correlates of unhealthy lifestyles. Conclusion The current study indicates that nearly one-fourth of college students have unhealthy lifestyles. Four factors, i.e., health science stream, advancing professional year, hosteller, and unfavorable attitude towardhealth, were significantly associated with unhealthy lifestyles after adjusting for covariates.

ATTITUDE OF THE PH.D RESEARCH SCHOLARS OF DIBRUGARH UNIVERSITY TOWARDS USING WEB-BASED INFORMATION RESOURCES

The web-based information resources are any kind of information resources that are received from various websites in the form of verbal, non-verbal, pictorial, auditory, written, video, podcasts, documentaries, movie, e-books etc. The necessity of web-based information resources is felt not only by students and academicians and scholars but by every human on earth, this is because of its easily accessible and “create and share” nature. The educational institutions of all levels are seen accessing and relying upon these web-based information resources. The Ph.D. research scholars are seen using the web-based information resources in abundance for their research purpose. Thus, this study prioritizes to find out the difference between male and female Ph.D. research scholars of Dibrugarh University in their attitude towards using web-based information resources and difference among Arts, Commerce, Science stream Ph.D. research scholars of Dibrugarh University in their attitude towards using web-based information resources. The researcher found that there was no difference between Male and Female Ph.D. Research Scholars of Dibrugarh University in their attitude towards using Web-Based Information resources. There is a significant difference in the attitude of the Arts and Science Stream Ph.D. Research Scholars towards using Web –Based Information Resources. There is a significant difference in the attitude of the Arts and Commerce Stream Ph.D. Research Scholars towards using Web –Based Information Resources. Whereas, there is no significant difference in the attitude of the Science and Commerce Stream Ph.D. Research Scholars towards using Web –Based Information Resources.

Academic Stress: Comparative Study of Academic Stress of Class XII Students from Arts, Commerce and Science Streams

The present study was an attempt to make a comparative analysis of the academic stress of class XII students from the arts, commerce, and science streams. For this purpose, a total of 90 students from class XII were selected, out of which 30 were from the arts stream, 30 from the commerce stream, and 30 from the science stream. The Academic Stress Scale (ASS) by Poorva Jain and Neelam Dixit (2016) is used. This scale comprises 28 items that delve into various aspects of academic-related stressors and concerns, particularly those associated with the fear of academic failure. The findings of this study contribute to a better understanding of how academic stress varies across different streams, shedding light on potential factors that could be addressed to mitigate stress and enhance the overall well-being of Class XII students.

Substrate-based synthetic strategies and biological activities of 1,3,4-oxadiazole: A review.

The five-membered 1,3,4-oxadiazole heterocyclic ring has received considerable attention because of its unique bio-isosteric properties and an unusually wide spectrum of biological activities. After a century since 1,3,4-oxadiazole was discovered, its uncommon potential attracted medicinal chemist's attention, leading to the discovery of a few presently accessible drugs containing 1,3,4-oxadiazole units, and a large number of patents have been granted on research related to 1,3,4-oxadiazole. It is worth noting that interest in 1,3,4-oxadiazoles' biological applications has doubled in the last few years. Herein, this review presents a comprehensive overview of the recent achievements in the synthesis of 1,3,4-oxadiazole-based compounds and highlights the major advances in their biological applications in the last 10 years, as well as brief remarks on prospects for further development. We hope that researchers across the scientific streams will benefit from the presented review articles for designing their work related to 1,3,4-oxadiazoles.

IJCM_68A: Awareness and Practices towards Breast Self-Examination (BSE) for early detection of breast cancer among college-going students in Coastal Karnataka

Background: Breast cancer is one of the leading cancers among women especially in developing countries and is amenable to complete cure if detected early. BSE is one of the screening techniques for early detection of breast lumps and early detection of breast cancer. This study was done to study the awareness, attitudes, and practices towards BSE among the study participants. Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 656 female students in pre-university and non-health degree colleges of Mangalore, belonging to the Science and Commerce streams selected using cluster random sampling. Data collection was done using a semi-structured questionnaire and analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25. Results were expressed using tables and figures. The chi-square test was used for comparison across the groups, and p-value &lt; 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Among the 656 subjects,90%(n=570) belonged to age group of 18-20 years and 44.8%(n=287) were from science stream. Overall,41%(n=268) students were aware about the practice of BSE and a statistically significant association was seen with their stream. Also, 12%(n=78) performed BSE and out of them 69% (n=54) performed it at an ideal frequency. Among the students with a positive family history of breast cancer (4.5%), 92.3% felt the need for BSE education as compared to others. Conclusion: High number of young females (59.14%) did not have knowledge and those who performed BSE, followed incorrect techniques (94.7%). Most of them had a favourable attitude towards learning more about BSE.

Diverse Currents: Understanding the Intersection of Gender and Locale in Secondary School Stream Selection

Career guidance and counseling services to assist stuident`s in making informed stream choice. Overall, this research provides valuable insights for educators, policymakers and stakeholders in addressing The study examines the perceptions and decision making processes of students in selecting academic streams, such as arts, science and commerce, at secondary level. Drawing on sample of 200 students from both private and government schools, the research employs a survey method to collect data. The analysis reveals significant differences in stream preferences between male and female students, highlighting distinct inclinations towards arts and science streams. Additionally, the investigation identifies influential factors driving student`s stream choices, including their interests, perceived career utility of the stream, technological influences, and availability of streams in nearby schools. Tool was made by investigator (self constructed tool). The sample was collected by using random purposive sampling technique. The sample of present study was confined to 15 schools of private and government schools of Kathua district of J&amp;K UT of India. The findings underscore the importance of creating inclusive and supportive learning environments to empower students to explore diverse educational pathways aligned with their interests and aspirations. Furthermore, the study emphasizes the need for comprehensive gender disparities and socio-economic factors in educational decision making processes, thereby promoting equitable opportunities for all students in kathua district and beyond.

Training Engineering in Specialized Languages for a Better Match Between Needs and Program

Students of scientific streams whose subjects are mainly delivered in Frenchface this linguistic problem that affects their studies and constitutes a barrier to their success. Theyregister at the university centre of foreign languages (CEIL) every year seeking for support to improve their French language competency. This article aims to explore the origin of this problematic learning situation. we presuppose that there is a correlation between students’ limitations in French use, subjects’ key requirements, and the program adopted in teaching French. We applied quali-quantitative research in our investigations, and adopted a French for specific and academic purposes methodology in designing a course framework. The results obtained confirmed our hypotheses.