Study Program Research Articles

Analysis of factors influencing students’ decisions in choosing a specialization in the Public Health Study Program, Faculty of Public Health, Halu Oleo University, 2024

Analysis of factors influencing students’ decisions in choosing a specialization in the Public Health Study Program, Faculty of Public Health, Halu Oleo University, 2024

The use ADDIE model to improve the competence of the higher education task force in obtaining competitive funding for the independent campus program

PurposeThis research aims to improve the competence of the task force of vocational higher education study programs in preparing a proposal for the Vocational Higher Education Strengthening Program-Private University (VHESP-PU) of the Independent Campus Program.Design/methodology/approachThis type of research is R&D by applying the ADDIE model procedures. The research subjects were 30 lecturers assigned as study program task forces from 15 private universities in North Sumatra. The techniques to collect data are tests and questionnaires. Data analysis techniques use quantitative descriptive statistics.FindingsThe application of the ADDIE Model was proven effective in achieving training objectives based on the mean comparison analysis between the pre-test and post-test, showing an increase. The maximum score achieved by participants also increased by 9.52% from 84 to 92. Participants' evaluation of the implementation of the training was also dominant in the “Good” and “Very Good” categories. The training learning achievements that participants have obtained will help prepare higher-quality VHESP-PU proposals for each fiscal year to optimize training sustainability.Research limitations/implicationsThe fact that only 15 universities participated in the training underscores the urgent need for ongoing training using the ADDIE model. This will ensure that more participants from private universities in North Sumatra can benefit from this practical approach to proposal preparation.Practical implicationsUsing the ADDIE model to prepare VHESP-PU proposals is an innovative approach that can inspire similar applications in other fields. This research demonstrates that the ADDIE model, usually associated with instructional design, curriculum or learning materials, can also effectively prepare funding proposals using a competition scheme.Originality/valueThe use of the ADDIE model in preparing VHESP-PU proposals is an innovation because ADDIE is usually more related to developing instructional design, curriculum or learning materials rather than funding proposals using a competition scheme.

Clinical characteristics and treatment patterns of new users of dapagliflozin for heart failure with reduced ejection fraction: an observational study programme across 12 countries (EVOLUTION HF)

Abstract Background Clinical trials have shown that dapagliflozin, a sodium–glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitor (SGLT-2i), reduces cardiovascular mortality and worsening heart failure (HF). Adoption of new therapies has historically been slow despite robust evidence. Furthermore, treatment profiles of patients in real-world settings are scarce. Purpose EVOLUTION HF is a multinational study programme that aims to describe clinical characteristics and treatment patterns among patients initiating dapagliflozin for HF with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) in routine clinical practice. Methods The EVOLUTION HF primary data study programme consists of prospective, observational, descriptive studies of new users of dapagliflozin for HFrEF in 12 countries (Italy, Portugal, UK and the Central and Eastern Europe and Baltic [CEEBA] region [Bulgaria, Croatia, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania and Slovenia]). Patients with type 1 diabetes or prior SGLT-2i treatment were excluded. Clinical characteristics were obtained from electronic health records. A total of 2170/2555 (85%) patients were enrolled from November 2021 to November 2023; 1736 patient profiles were assessed using descriptive statistics in this interim analysis. Results In total, 256, 228, 125 and 1127 new dapagliflozin users were analysed from Italy, Portugal, the UK and the CEEBA region, respectively (Table 1). Across the 12 countries, mean patient age in the studies was 65–70 years. Patients were predominantly male (67–76%) and generally had HF with an ischaemic aetiology (35–56%) and New York Heart Association functional class II (52–85%). Mean left ventricular ejection fraction in the studies was 29–32% and estimated glomerular filtration rate was 61–77 mL/min/1.73m². Hypertension and atrial fibrillation were common comorbidities. Mean time between HF diagnosis and dapagliflozin initiation in the studies was 23–52 months. Background therapy included angiotensin receptor-neprilysin inhibitors (36–72%), angiotensin receptor blockers (4–12%) and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (9–33%). At 6 and 12 months after dapagliflozin initiation, respectively, treatment discontinuation rates across the CEEBA region were 5.22% (59/1131) and 4.66% (50/1072). Conclusions The EVOLUTION HF primary data study programme provides novel insights into clinical characteristics and treatment patterns in patients with HFrEF initiating dapagliflozin in real-world practice across a broad European population. At dapagliflozin initiation, a large proportion of patients were receiving other HF therapeutics, suggesting dapagliflozin is one of the later therapies to be initiated. Indeed, this study identified a substantial delay (23–52 months) in dapagliflozin initiation following HF diagnosis. Treatment discontinuation rates following dapagliflozin initiation were also low, reinforcing the findings of the EVOLUTION HF secondary data studies.

Association between cardiac consultation and outcomes in patients with perioperative myocardial infarction/injury

Abstract Introduction Perioperative cardiac complications are a frequent occurrence and can lead to high short- and long-term mortality rates after major noncardiac surgery. No single intervention has yet demonstrated its effectiveness in treating perioperative myocardial infarction/injury (PMI). In this large prospective multicentre study, we aimed to evaluate the association between postoperative cardiac consultation and major adverse cardiac event (MACE) and all-cause death within 365 days in patients with PMI after undergoing major noncardiac surgery. Methods We prospectively included consecutive patients undergoing major inpatient noncardiac surgery at two hospitals who were eligible for the institutional active PMI surveillance and response programme. For this analysis, only patients with PMI who were directly transferred to the regular ward following surgery were included. In the case of a PMI, the standardised structured institutional response included assessing the patient for possible symptoms, recording a 12-lead ECG and a cardiac consultation. The specific scope of the PMI workup and management was determined by the attending clinical cardiologist following an institutional flowchart. Our primary endpoint was the occurrence of MACE (defined as a composite of cardiovascular death, MI, AHF, and life-threatening arrhythmia) within 365 days, excluding the initial PMI. All-cause death after 365 days was the secondary endpoint. Multivariable Cox proportional hazard models were used to evaluate the association of cardiac consultation with MACE and all-cause death after 365 days. Results During the period between October 2014 and September 2019, the BASEL-PMI study programme enrolled 14294 patients. After the exclusion of patients without PMI, with a postoperative ICU stay, multiple inclusion, or palliative setting 1048 patients remained. Among those, 434 patients received postoperative cardiac consultation (41.4%). Patients had a median age of 77 years and 44.8% were female. After adjustment, patients who received a postoperative cardiac consultation had a lower risk of having MACE after 365 days (adjusted hazard ratio [aHR] = 0.54, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.37 - 0.79, p-value = 0.001) and a lower risk of death of any cause after 365 days (aHR = 0.66, 95%CI 0.44 - 1.00, p-value = 0.048). Conclusion In a large multicentre prospective cohort study, postoperative cardiac consultation in patients with PMI was associated with a reduced risk of MACE and all-cause death after 365 days.Kaplan-Meier curve for MACE

UPDATE KNOWLEDGE: PERAN GENDER DAN MASA KERJA TERHADAP MOTIVASI KERJA PERAWAT DI RAWAT INAP RUMAH SAKIT

<p><em>Quantitative workload can be expressed as the amount of work required to fulfil a patient's medical needs. High-quality workload represents a high level of responsibility in patient care. Nurses' workload is the most important predictor of mental health, stress, job dissatisfaction, fatigue, and the presence of burnout. This service activity aims to provide and increase student knowledge about the Effect of Gender and Years of Service on Work Motivation of Nurses in Hospital Inpatients to Students of the Hospital Administration Study Program, Undergraduate Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, Kusuma Husada University, Surakarta by using a pre-experiment design with a research design of one group pretest and post-test design with a total of 35 students and the activity time in May 2024. This service uses quantitative research with multiple linear regression. There is an increase in the knowledge of participants before and after the provision of material marked by the pre-test and post test which shows that the level of knowledge before being given the material is 69% but after being given the material has increased to 89%. There is a significant difference between students' knowledge about gender roles and tenure on nurses' work motivation in hospital inpatient care.</em></p><p><strong><em>Keywords: Workload, Gender, Work motivation, Nurses, Hospitalisation</em></strong><em></em></p>

Assessing Academic Perspectives on Infodemic Management and Health Security: A Needs-Based Approach

Abstract Background The information environment significantly impacts public health decisions, behaviors, and health security. Misinformation and disinformation can compromise health interventions and undermine public trust, and this phenomenon, known as the infodemic, is increasingly challenging to address and requires innovation and transformation of public health and education of the health workforce. This study aimed to assess the relevance of infodemic management (IM) to different academic fields and training needs to create a competent workforce. Methods As part of the US Federal Assistance Award within the University Partnership Program between Emory University and the University of Belgrade, a mixed-methods study was conducted to evaluate the curricula of all 31 faculties at the University of Belgrade. An online survey was distributed to faculty deans to assess the current educational framework and opinions on IM in various academic fields. This approach provided a multidimensional view of how IM is perceived and integrated across diverse disciplines. Results The survey received 33 responses from different departments at the University of Belgrade. Over 75% of participants identified misinformation as prevalent in their respective fields. More than half of the respondents believe that students are not sufficiently familiar with the concept of the infodemic and its potential consequences, only 9% believe these topics are well covered in the current curriculum, and over 90% agree that additional content on IM is required to update study programs, indicating a gap in our current educational approach. Conclusions Academic circles have acknowledged the issue of misinformation and its negative impact on public health. Current gaps in academic curricula indicate the critical necessity of integrating IM into educational programs. This innovative approach will provide future specialists with the necessary skills to navigate the complexities of the modern information ecosystem. Key messages • Over 75% of surveyed professors identify misinformation and disinformation as prevalent in their professional fields, indicating a widespread impact. • Over half of professors feel academic programs do not sufficiently equip students to navigate the information ecosystem, with over 90% calling for additional infodemiology content.

Support mechanisms and obstacles for developing public health practitioners’ core competences

Abstract Community health needs assessment is one of the central activities for local governments in Estonia, specifically under the health promotion strategic planning, and this includes developing health and well-being profiles for evidence-based public health promotion. For effective implementation of the profile, sufficiently trained public health practitioners are needed. Therefore, analysis of the needs of the additional study programmes according to the core competences of professional standard for health promotion was carried out among public health practitioners and the leaders of local governments. The study was based on the 19 semi-structured interviews carried out in 2022-2023 with leaders (10) and public health practitioners (9) in Estonian local governments. Based on the local government’s size, status of the health and well-being profile and the employment and educational background of the public health practitioner three sub-groups were developed. The collected data was analysed using qualitative content analysis with focus on support mechanisms and obstacles of core competences of public health practitioners. The respondents indicated the need for training on communication (leadership and advocacy) and analytical skills (evaluation and research). Core competence training is however limited by resources (time, energy, motivation, funding), employer expectations (overload at work) and working full-time. Training is supported by personal motivation (e.g., wish to stay competent, understanding the need for training), employer support (including flexible work arrangements), and curriculum support (funding is covered). The results indicate there is a need for flexible education as the need for developing and maintaining core competences emerges in practical work. The results can be used for developing the public health curriculum, to assess and provide training for public health practitioners to better meet the needs of the labor market in the future. Key messages • Local government employees performing health promotion tasks feel the need to upgrade various core competences: e.g., communication, management, data analysis and assessment. • In health promotion, there is a growing need for flexible education, which creates challenges for higher educational institutions to meet the needs of the labor market.

How much digital public health is taught in German public health programs? A qualitative analysis

Abstract Background Digital public health (DiPH) professionals are crucial for a successful digital transformation in social and health care. However, the extent to which academic professionals are taught DiPH-related content in their public health studies in Germany remains unclear. Methods We used a systematic module handbook analysis to assess accredited full-time public health-oriented degree programs at German Universities for DiPH-related modules. Programs were identified through the Hochschulkompass platform and among the German Public Health Association member programs. We used MAXQDA for the content analysis of the included module handbooks. Results We identified 79 public health programs. Of these, 10 Bachelor’s and 6 Master’s offered at least one DiPH module, all being highly heterogeneous in their overall addressed public health subfields. Regarding DiPH, 6 programs lectured on the ethics of digitalizing health and data protection, 5 programs each offered modules on DiPH in health policy, on data science in healthcare and software used for eHealth, or on the digital determinants of health. 4 programs each included modules on digital health promotion and alternative evaluation methods. 3 programs each addressed digital science communication and health technology assessment. Finally, 2 programs had modules on digital epidemiology. We found differences between the common understanding of DiPH in academia and the content in the module handbooks. The content identified in the analysis focused mainly on technical areas. Social and health science content was only marginally present. Conclusions The diverse DiPH study programs allow academic public health specialists in Germany to develop specific profiles. There is a need for further development of modules with relevance to the respective degree program to achieve comprehensive competencies in DiPH. We encourage the uptake of our analysis to develop a core curriculum in DiPH among European public health programs. Key messages • Digitalization affects all areas of life, including healthcare systems and public health. Preparing the future workforce already during their training is crucial to enable them to lead the change. • German public health programs are not fit to prepare students for their professions. Developing DiPH curricula with pre-defined and updated competencies will strengthen programs in Germany and beyond.

Analisis Kesiapan Mahasiswa Pendidikan Teknik Bangunan untuk Menjadi Guru

This research was conducted in the Building Engineering Education Study Program. The purpose of this study is to analyze the understanding of Building Engineering Education students towards the subject matter to be taught at SMK. Evaluate the understanding possessed by Building Engineering Education students about the teaching profession. Identify the pedagogical skills of Building Engineering Education students. This research is a quantitative approach research with a descriptive method. The results of the Kolmogorov-Smirnov Test normality test obtained a sig of 0.70. Because the significance value is greater than 0.05, it can be concluded that the residual value of the X variable data is normally distributed. showed that most of the students' understanding of the subject matter taught (X1) was high (54.84%), showing that most of the students' understanding of the teaching profession (X2) was high (48.40%), showing that most of the students' pedagogical skills (X3) were high (61.30%), students' understanding of the subject matter to be taught at SMK There were 54.84% of students showing a good understanding of the subject matter to be taught at SMK. Student understanding of the teaching profession 48.40% of students who have a high interest in becoming teachers. There are 61.30% of students who have the necessary pedagogical skills in the learning process.

Interest–Major Fit predicts study satisfaction and/or achievement? Comparing different ways of assessment

ABSTRACT Prospective students and higher educational institutions often share the matching goal to ensure an optimal fit between the demands of study programs and the student profile. A strong personal fit is meant to facilitate long-term study satisfaction and optimal performance. However, to truly understand the impact of such a fit, we must first reach a consensus on how to measure the construct. At this point, researchers and higher education practitioners are debating different avenues in this regard: In the past, the fit has often been measured by assessing vocational interests tied to potential occupations that are attainable through a study program (Interest–Vocation Fit). Here, we argue that more specific measures tailored to the respective major (Interest–Major Fit) have more predictive power. We compare the two operationalizations of fit as predictors of performance and study satisfaction in a sample of 455 German university students who participated in a longitudinal survey study. We found that the different measures of personal fit were associated with subsequent university GPA and study satisfaction. Moreover, we found that Interest–Major Fit was more closely associated with these outcome measures compared to Interest–Vocation Fit. We also found that only Interest–Major Fit has incremental predictive power for study satisfaction beyond high school GPA. These findings should be helpful to researchers interested in the intricacies of measuring fit and higher education practitioners aiming to develop diagnostic tools alike. Such tools may in turn assist prospective students in finding the major that caters best to their personal needs and interests.

Research Buddy—From a Framework for Overcoming Language Barriers to the Development of a Qualitative Citizen Science Platform

Abstract Students benefit from international study programmes in fields such as HCI. However, user-centred research in a foreign country has some challenges, especially language hurdles when going into the field and conducting ethnographic and participatory studies. A particular obstacle is added when targeting groups that do not speak English, such as in Germany, where English was not taught in schools until the 1970s. The task and challenge of the present project, ‘Research Buddy’, is to bring together young international students and older people as co-researchers in Germany. We describe the participatory development of the concept of a matching platform and its design. In focus groups with older people, university faculty and students, requirements for a collaborative research infrastructure were jointly identified and prototypically implemented. The empirical results focus on the possibilities the platform offers for qualitative citizen science in the field of age tech.

Enhancing STEAM Education with AR: A Primary Education Teacher Training Study

This research delves into the influence of Augmented Reality (AR) on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) education within the domain of primary school teacher training at the university level. The core aim is to augment digital literacy within the primary education framework through inquiry-based teaching methods. This investigation was organized among students enrolled in the Faculty of Education, Comenius University in Bratislava. The empirical research is devoted to the contribution of AR technologies to the enhancement of STEAM education and its implications for future primary education teachers. Utilizing a qualitative research methodology, the study facilitated small-group project work among students, complemented by focus groups and interviews to garner comprehensive insights into their experiences and perceptions. The findings of this study illuminate the significant role of AR applications for enriching STEAM education, manifesting in motivation of future teachers and the advancement of specific STEAM competencies. The results indicate the advantage of the integration of AR technologies in educational settings as a tool for supporting digital, technical, and artistic skills among students. The research results are possible to use in the innovation of teacher training primary education study program. An interdisciplinary approach towards STEAM education can help future teachers to navigate and to understand a technologically driven world effectively. Furthermore, the study offers actionable recommendations for practicing primary school educators on the implementation of AR-based pedagogical strategies to enrich the learning experience. By doing so, it aims to bridge the gap between traditional educational methodologies and the demands of contemporary digital literacy, ultimately fostering a more engaging and effective learning environment for future generations. The research results will be implemented into the STEAM oriented subjects into the primary school teacher training at the university level and in the lifelong learning of the in-service primary school teachers from educational practise.

The Grammatical Errors in Translating Indonesian into English of the English Study Program Students

Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk menjawab pertanyaan-pertanyaan berikut: (1) Apa saja kesalahan yang paling sering dilakukan oleh mahasiswa Program Studi Bahasa Inggris dalam menerjemahkan teks bahasa Indonesia ke dalam bahasa Inggris? (2) Bagaimana tingkat kompetensi mahasiswa dalam menerjemahkan teks bahasa Indonesia ke dalam bahasa Inggris? Berdasarkan pernyataan masalah yang dikemukakan di atas, maka tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah sebagai berikut: (1) Mengidentifikasi kesalahan-kesalahan yang paling sering dilakukan oleh mahasiswa Program Studi Bahasa Inggris dalam menerjemahkan teks bahasa Indonesia ke dalam bahasa Inggris, dan (2) Mendeskripsikan tingkat kompetensi mahasiswa dalam menerjemahkan teks bahasa Indonesia ke dalam bahasa Inggris. Subjek penelitian ini adalah 20 orang mahasiswa. Dalam pengumpulan data, penulis menggunakan metode deskriptif. Metode ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan kesalahan-kesalahan yang dilakukan oleh siswa. Penulis memberikan sebuah teks bacaan berbahasa Indonesia kepada siswa dan siswa menerjemahkannya ke dalam bahasa Inggris. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah: (1) Jenis kesalahan tata bahasa dalam menerjemahkan teks bahasa Indonesia ke dalam bahasa Inggris yang dibuat oleh mahasiswa Program Studi Bahasa Inggris berdasarkan penghilangan, penambahan, kesalahan urutan dan kesalahan pembentukan. Kesalahan tata bahasa yang paling banyak ditemukan dalam menerjemahkan teks bahasa Indonesia ke dalam bahasa Inggris yang dibuat oleh mahasiswa adalah penghilangan sebanyak 98 kalimat. (2) Tingkat kompetensi, berada pada tingkat kurang. _________________________________________________________________________________ The study aimed to address the following research questions: (1) What are the most common errors made by students of the English Study Program when translating Indonesian texts into English? (2) What is the level of competence of these students in translating Indonesian texts into English? Based on these questions, the objectives of the study were: (1) To identify the most common errors made by English Study Program students in translating Indonesian texts into English, and (2) To describe the students’ levels of competence in translating Indonesian texts into English. The subjects of this study were 20 students. A qualitative method was used for data collection, focusing on describing the errors made by the students. The students were given Indonesian texts to translate into English. The results of the study are as follows: (1) Types of grammatical errors in translating Indonesian texts into English, made by the students, included omission, addition, mis-ordering, and mis-formation. The most common grammatical error was omission, with 98 sentences exhibiting this issue. (2) The overall level of competence among the students was assessed as poor.

The Impact of Comprehending Islamic and Social Humanities Materials on Students' Perspectives on Resolving Contemporary Social Problems

This study aims to analyze the effect of understanding Islamic and Social Humanities material on student perceptions in addressing contemporary social issues in Indonesia. Using a mixed method approach, this study involved 100 2nd semester students of the Constitutional Law study program at UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta who were selected through the random sampling method. Data were collected through attitude scales, questionnaires, interviews, and documentation, and analyzed using descriptive tests, normality tests, linear tests, and hypothesis testing with regression analysis. The results showed a positive relationship between understanding Islamic and social humanities courses and students' perceptions of contemporary social issues. The correlation is based on a significance value of 0.000 <0.05 and a coefficient of determination (R Square) of 0.585. So this study reveals that the understanding of Islamic and Social Humanities material explains 58% of the variability of student perceptions in addressing contemporary social issues. Students who have an open and critical attitude towards social issues show a good understanding of the course. The process of student understanding develops through several stages, ranging from initial knowledge to the development of complex new ideas. The role of lecturers in providing space for discussion, reflection, and open dialog is very important in facilitating a critical and holistic understanding of contemporary social issues in the context of Islam and the social humanities. Keywords: Islam and Social Humanities, Contemporary Social Issues, Understanding, Perception

EMI and DMI, an elitist language learning approach? An investigation of students’ socio-economic and language profiles

ABSTRACT Internationalisation of higher education has really taken off in recent decades, with universities increasingly organising all or parts of their study programmes in a language other than their traditional language of instruction. Usually, that language is English, which is referred to as English Medium Instruction (EMI), but there are also programmes in other foreign languages, such as Dutch Medium Instruction (DMI) in French-speaking Belgium. Previous research links EMI with access inequity. This study investigates whether this inequity also exists in French-speaking Belgium and whether it extends to DMI by examining the socio-economic and language profiles of students in unilingual programmes versus multilingual programmes with DMI and/or EMI courses. An online questionnaire was administered to undergraduate law, political sciences, and economics & management students at a French-speaking university in Belgium. The results indicate that multilingual programmes attract students of higher socio-economic status (SES) and those who benefited from Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) school education, extracurricular activities or more classes in Dutch or English at secondary level. Taken together, these findings suggest that multilingual higher education with DMI/EMI in French-speaking Belgium is closely linked with access inequity. The article ends with suggestions for institutions offering or considering multilingual higher education.

Learning medical sociology through an innovative 'Elective study module' integrating humanities with medicine for undergraduate students of a medical college in Bengaluru, India.

Background The newly introduced 'Elective programme', a voluntary special study module in the final phase of the undergraduate medical curriculum, offers scope for new immersive, self-directed learning opportunities. We describe a programme of study for learning 'medical sociology' through the innovative use of humanities in medicine. Methods Our elective module, called 'Community Health and Rock Music' (CHaRM), was a 2-week programme, merging the curricular subject of community health with 'rock music' as an exposure to the 'counter-culture' outside of the medical world. The half-day sessions consisted of: (i) watching/listening to a rock song-video without reading its lyrics; (ii) listening to the same song again but with lyrics; (iii) undertaking an emotionally stimulating activity (watching a movie, making a site-visit, etc.); and (iv) debriefing, to identify/discuss the underlying social determinants of health and their relevance in the grooming of a socially aware medical student. Formative assessment was intended to gauge levels of expression of the affective domain (attitude/emotions). Results Seven of 143 students volunteered for this programme. Key learnings were a clear appreciation of the societal determinants of health (such as deprivation/discrimination/social structures); multi-level causation of diseases; social issues not addressed in traditional medical curriculum; personal growth; teamwork; and the role of empathy in medical practice. Additional learning was the exposure to the 'counter-culture of arts'. All 7 student assessments 'met expectation', with 4 of them 'exceeding expectation'. Conclusion An 'elective programme' combining humanities with medicine is potentially an innovative, student-centric and replicable model of learning that impacts the affective domain critical for doctors-in-training.

Design of Digital Lux Meter Based on Arduino Using EL7900 Photodiode Sensor

Aims: To design and manufacture a digital lux meter to the illumination intensity (E) detection tool that is more efficient, relatively cheaper, and can be carried because it has a smaller shape and size compared to tools on the market. Study Design: Design of lux meter digital based on Arduino uno using an EL 7900 sensor. Place and Duration of Study: Physics Study Program, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Udayana University, from June 2024 to September 2024. Methodology: The method used is to design electronic components so that it can become a digital lux meter. The main processor uses Arduino. The microcontroller functions as a data processor which is the output of the EL 7900 sensor. The HC-SR04 sensor is a distance sensor whose function is to measure the distance measured on the design tool. The detection results from the sensor are then processed in the microcontroller and displayed on the OLED. Results: Lux meter digital based on Arduino uno using EL 7900 sensors has been produced. The results of the research show that the further the measurement distance from the light source, the illumination intensity (E) decreases. This research also finds that the illumination intensity will increase if the source power is increased. Based on calibration testing between the design tool and the reference tool, it shows very good results with an error rate of 0.06%. Field test results showed that the level of accuracy of the illumination intensity between the design tool and the reference tool at a distance of 150 cm from the light source with different light source power reached 99.48%. Conclusion: In this research, digital lux meter to the illumination intensity (E) detection tool, relatively cheaper and can be carried because it has a smaller shape and size compared to tools on the market. Based on calibration testing, it shows very good results with an error rate of 0.06%.

Perancangan Company Profile SMKN 3 Kota Solok Menggunakan Macromedia Director

By utilizing multimedia technology, this research has produced an interactive and engaging video profile for SMK Negeri 3 Kota Solok. This video was created using Macromedia Director software. The objective is to increase awareness of the school among prospective students and the community. The video showcases various important information such as available study programs, school facilities, and achievements. With this video profile, it is expected that more students will be interested in enrolling at SMK Negeri 3 Kota Solok. The video production process involved several stages, starting from data collection, video design, to video editing using the software. The final outcome of this research is expected to be an effective promotional tool for the school

A narrative review exploring the attitudes of nursing and complementary medicine students and practitioners toward biosciences curricula

ABSTRACT A foundational understanding of the biosciences underpins most undergraduate programmes of study that lead to a career in the healthcare professions. The study of bioscience subjects including anatomy, physiology, microbiology and biochemistry has been reported to be challenging for a subset of these students with many students reporting negative attitudes. Identifying the factors that drive attitudes of students and practitioners towards the study of biosciences could inform curriculum modifications to reduce the challenges experienced by students. A review of the literature was undertaken using the search terms ‘student attitudes’, ‘biosciences’, ‘nursing’, ‘complementary medicine’, and ‘student success’. The review includes peer-reviewed primary data articles published from 1996 to 2023. The search identified 26 articles that met the inclusion criteria with the majority of published research in the nursing field. The literature review identified three major themes underpinning the attitudes towards biosciences reported by nursing and complementary medicine students and practitioners: actual or perceived intellectual difficulty of the bioscience content, a perceived lack of relevance of the bioscience subjects to their programme of study, and previous experiences studying the sciences. Negative attitudes towards the study of the biosciences can reduce engagement, create anxiety, decrease motivation to learn, and ultimately affect academic performance of students. Through identifying, acknowledging and responding to perceived challenges with bioscience subjects, educators may be able to improve engagement, performance and ultimately student success and enhanced practitioner knowledge and skills.

Variables influencing students' learning motivation: critical literature review

This study presents a critical literature review exploring the variables influencing student learning motivation between 2017 and 2023. The study analyzes 84 empirical studies to identify trends and patterns across diverse demographics, including varied age groups and cultural backgrounds, focusing on contrasting Eastern and Western educational contexts. This study aims to fill the existing gap by examining a wider range of populations in recent years to assess the relationship between learning motivation and the factors that influence it. Six pivotal factors influencing learning motivation were identified: psychological values, cognitive factors, social and environmental influences, demographic factors, academic background and study habits, and interventions and programs, each contributing uniquely to the understanding of student motivation. Moreover, the findings underscore the predominance of psychological values in Eastern countries, whereas the Western literature focuses on social and environmental influences. This review acknowledges the nuanced relationship between cultural constructs and learning motivation research, emphasizing the need for culturally sensitive educational policies and practices. Additionally, by taking into account the recent advancements in technology and the effects of global events such as the COVID-19 pandemic, this study considers additional motivational factors, presenting a holistic view that could inform future educational interventions and academic policies. For example, the revised categorization in our study emphasizes the complex and interconnected nature of the factors affecting learning motivation, highlighting the interaction among psychological, social, cognitive, and demographic dimensions.