Thematic Modules Research Articles

Developmental tendencies in the academic field of intellectual property through the identification of invisible colleges

Intellectual property became a relevant academic cross-disciplinary field in an international context with the demand for the global governance of knowledge. However, the degree of consolidation of cross-disciplinary academic communities is not clear. To determine how closely related are these communities, this paper proposes a mixed methodology to find invisible colleges in the production of intellectual property. Scientific articles from 1994 to 2016 were extracted from web of science, taking into account the signature of the agreement on trade-related aspects of intellectual property rights in the early 1990s. A total of 1580 papers were processed through bibliographic coupling network analysis. A special technique was applied, which combines algorithms of community detection and defines a population of articles through thresholds of shared references. To contrast the invisible colleges that emerged with the existence of formal institutional relations, a qualitative tracking of the authors was made with respect to their institutional affiliation, lines of research, and meeting places. Both methods show that the subjects of interest can be grouped into 13 thematic modules related to the intellectual property field. Even though most are related to law and economics, there are weak linkages between disciplines which could indicate the construction of a cross-disciplinary field.

Pengaruh Modul E-Jas Edutainment terhadap Karakter Peduli Lingkungan dan Tanggung Jawab

The purpose of this research was to: (1) find out the influence of E-JAS edutainment thematic module on environmental awareness character, and (2) find out the influence of E-JAS edutainment thematic module on the character of responsibility. The type of research used is quasi experiment, with the population of this research of fourth graders of SD Negeri in Kudus Regency. The research subjects were students of four grade in SD 2 Jati Kulon, District Jati, the Regency of Kudus in the academic year 2017/2018. The sampling technique was done by purposive sampling. The research design was one group pre-post test. The data collection techniques were non-test techniques through interviews and observation. Data analysis techniques which determine the effect of E-JAS edutainment module on environmental awareness character and responsibility used paired samples T-test. The result of this research was (1) there was an influence of E-JAS edutainment module towards environmental awareness character, and (2) there was an influence of E-JAS edutainment module towards the character of responsibility.

Efektifitas Modul Tematik Berbasis Qur’an dan Hadist Dengan Buku Paket Tematik Terhadap Hasil Belajar dan Karakter Religius Siswa Kelas 4

The module is one of the teaching material media that is intact and systematic. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of teaching thematic modules based on the Qur'an and Hadith with the thematic package book on the 4th class religious character in SDN Janti 2 Tarik Sidoarjo. The type of research is experimental research with samples taken by class 4 A (experimental class with thematic learning module based on qur'an and hadith) and 4 B (control class with thematic package book). The data were obtained from the students' learning outcomes of the cognitive and affective aspects of my dream ideals by analyzing using SPSS program statistics. The result of cognitive domain using SPSS Independent Samples Test shows the significance of 0.000 <0,05 then Ho is rejected so it can be concluded that there is effectiveness of thematic teaching module based on qur'an and hadith with thematic package book to the result of fourth grade student learning at SDN Janti 2 Pull Sidoarjo. Likewise, the affective domain results show the percentage of 90% so it can be concluded to increase students' religious kararkter. Learning module has a high influence, seen from the cognitive domain learning results obtained by an average score of 80, while affective domain average value 4. For thematic package books have a lower effect because of the cognitive domain learning results obtained an average of 75, while affective domains result in an average value of 3.

CITYGML MODELLING FOR SINGAPORE 3D NATIONAL MAPPING

Abstract. Since 2014, the Land Survey Division of Singapore Land Authority (SLA) has spearheaded a Whole-of-Government (WOG) 3D mapping project to create and maintain a 3D national map for Singapore. The implementation of the project is divided into two phases. The first phase of the project, which was based on airborne data collection, has produced 3D models for Relief, Building, Vegetation and Waterbody. This part of the work was completed in 2016. To complement the first phase, the second phase used mobile imaging and scanning technique. This phase is targeted to be completed by the mid of 2017 and is creating 3D models for Transportation, CityFurniture, Bridge and Tunnel. The project has extensively adopted the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC)'s CityGML standard. Out of 10 currently supported thematic modules in CityGML 2.0, the project has implemented 8. The paper describes the adoption of CityGML in the project, and discusses challenges, data validations and management of the models.

Determinantes para um Sistema de Informação Florestal

RESUMO Este trabalho testa a importância relativa de um grupo de temas pré-selecionados, contribuindo para a construção de um Sistema de Informações Florestais para o Brasil – SIFLOR-BR. A metodologia empregada se pauta em um conjunto de 12 módulos temáticos e 58 subtemas para serem avaliados por um grupo de pessoas (método de juízes holístico). As informações referem: 1) Cobertura florestal; 2) Florestas de produção; 3) Propriedade das terras florestais; 4) Indústria de base florestal; 5) Mercado de produtos florestais; 6) Tecnologia de produtos; 7) Biodiversidade florestal; 8) Mudanças florestais e climáticas; 9) Economia e estatística florestal; 10) Legislação florestal; 11) Certificação florestal; 12) Ensino e pesquisa florestal. Conclui-se que as principais informações que deve conter o SIFLOR concentram-se nos temas Produção e Economia florestal.

Электронный художественный текст: интеграция в образовательное пространство (опыт разработки электронного учебно-методического комплекса)

The main methodological aspects of the development and creation of electronic course “Electronic literature: language and digital culture education practice” for undergraduates of the second year of study (combined form) of the course 44.04.01 “Pedagogical education” are considered. The novelty of the research is seen in the proposed mechanism for the integration of electronic texts into the practice of foreign language teaching (English) and literature, which is based on the training modules of three types: introductory, thematic and meta-theoretic. Introductory modules are focused on the analysis of the structure and fundamental properties of the electronic literary text. Thematic modules of the course involve the study of electronic narratives from the point of view of their structure, genre and lexical-stylistic features. The task of the thematic modules includes study and analysis of elements of synthetic structure of electronic narrative (audio, video, graphics and animation). Meta-theoretic module is aimed at forming in graduate students the methodological skills to design and develop an online course or separate training modules on electronic literature and modern media culture. The relevance of the study is determined by the expressed interest of contemporary society in the preparation of professionals with skills and experience in the field of interdisciplinary studies.

The Development of a Thematic Module Based on Numbered Heads Together (NHT) Cooperative Learning Model for Elementary Students in Ambon, Moluccas-Indonesia

The Development of a Thematic Module Based on Numbered Heads Together (NHT) Cooperative Learning Model for Elementary Students in Ambon, Moluccas-Indonesia

Modeling Turkey National 2D Geo-Data Model as a CityGML Application Domain Extension in UML

This paper presents the
 generation of the 3D national geo-data model of Turkey, which is compatible
 with the international OGC CityGML Encoding Standard. We prepare an ADE named CityGML-TRKBIS
 that is produced by extending existing thematic modules of CityGML according to
 TRKBIS needs. All thematic data groups in TRKBIS geo-data model have been
 remodeled in order to generate the national large scale 3D geo-data model for
 Turkey. Within the concept of reference model-driven framework for modelling
 CityGML ADEs in UML, the first step is conceptual mapping between CityGML and
 national information model. To test all stages of the framework for Urban GIS
 Turkey, Building data theme is mapped with CityGML-Building thematic model. All
 classes, attributes, code lists and code list values of the TRKBIS is tried to
 be mapped with related CityGML concept. New classes, attributes and code list
 values that will be added to CityGML Building model are determined based on
 this conceptual mapping. Finally the new model for CityGML-TRKBIS.BI is
 established in UML with subclassing of the related CityGML classes. This study
 provides new insights into 3D applications in Turkey. The generated 3D geo-data
 model for building thematic class will be used as a common exchange format that
 meets 2D, 2.5D and 3D implementation needs at national level. 
 

Analyzing microtomography data with Python and the scikit-image library.

The exploration and processing of images is a vital aspect of the scientific workflows of many X-ray imaging modalities. Users require tools that combine interactivity, versatility, and performance. scikit-image is an open-source image processing toolkit for the Python language that supports a large variety of file formats and is compatible with 2D and 3D images. The toolkit exposes a simple programming interface, with thematic modules grouping functions according to their purpose, such as image restoration, segmentation, and measurements. scikit-image users benefit from a rich scientific Python ecosystem that contains many powerful libraries for tasks such as visualization or machine learning. scikit-image combines a gentle learning curve, versatile image processing capabilities, and the scalable performance required for the high-throughput analysis of X-ray imaging data.

International cancer control leadership forum program

43 A National Cancer Control Plan (NCCP) comprises an important part of a country’s non-communicable disease (NCD) plan and can help countries meet NCD targets outlined in the WHO Global NCD Action Plan. A comprehensive cancer control plan is based on data such as a country’s cancer burden and cancer risk factors, available resources, and local context of culture and health care. The plan provides a systematic framework for implementation of evidence-based and cost-effective strategies for cancer prevention and control. The InternationalCancerControl LeadershipForum isa2-3day regionalworkshopwith thematic seminar modules on cancer control planning and implementation, aswell as interactive action planning sessions. The goal is to increase the capacity of participating countries to initiate or enhance cancer control planning and implementation through a multisectoral approach. The country teams are composed of high-level leaders who represent government agencies, civil society, oncology professionals, and academia. The program approach engages country teams over a year and a half. Approximately 3-6months prior to the forum, teams conduct a situational analysis of the cancer burden and cancer control planning efforts in their country. During the Forum, teams are introduced to evidence-based approaches and exchange best-practices with colleagues to develop a 12-month action plan to move their cancer control planning and implementation efforts forward. In the year after the Forum, country teams and Forum faculty meet for 3-4 follow-upphone calls to address technical assistanceneeds as countries begin to implement their actionplan.Thus far, Forumshavebeenheld inAfrica,SoutheastAsia, thePacific, theCaribbean,Middle East-North Africa, Latin America, and Central Asia regions. The country teams report that the Forum provides an important opportunity to plan with diverse stakeholders. Participants also report increased awareness and knowledge on developing and implementing a national cancer control plan, and learn best-practices from their colleagues in neighboring countries. In some Forums, countries have shown interest to work collaboratively towards regional initiatives. AUTHORS’ DISCLOSURES OF POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST: No COIs from the authors. Tulika Singh,BrendaKostelecky, and Lisa Stevens, Center forGlobalHealth,National Cancer Institute (NCI),National Institutes of Health, US Department of Health and Human Services Corresponding author: Brenda Kostelecky, Center for Global Health, National Cancer Institute (NCI), National Institutes of Health, US Department of Health and Human Services, 9609 Medical Center Dr, Rockville, MD 20852; 240-276-5585; kosteleckybd@mail.nih.gov DOI: 10.1200/JGO.2016.004853 Tulika Singh Brenda Kostelecky

Improving the measurement of material deprivation at the European Union level

In June 2010, European Union (EU) Heads of State and Government adopted a social inclusion target as part of the new ‘Europe 2020 Strategy’: to lift at least 20 million people in the EU from the risk of poverty and exclusion by 2020. One of the three indicators used to monitor progress towards this target is the EU indicator of severe material deprivation (MD). A main limitation of this indicator is the weak reliability of some of the items it is based on. For this reason, a thematic module on MD was included in the 2009 wave of the EU Statistics on Income and Living Conditions (EU-SILC) survey. This article assesses the 2009 EU-SILC MD data and proposes an analytical framework for developing robust EU MD indicators. It carries out a systematic item by item analysis at both EU and country levels to identify the MD items which satisfactorily meet suitability, validity, reliability and additivity criteria across the EU. This approach has resulted in a proposed 13-item MD indicator covering some key aspects of living conditions which are customary across the whole EU covering a broad range of basic (food, clothes, shoes, etc.) as well as social (Internet, regular leisure activities, etc.) necessities.

ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL 3D GEO-DATA MODEL FOR BUILDING DATA COMPLIANT TO CITYGML: CASE OF TURKEY

This paper presents the generation of the 3D national building geo-data model of Turkey, which is compatible with the international OGC CityGML Encoding Standard. We prepare an ADE named CityGML-TRKBIS.BI that is produced by extending existing thematic modules of CityGML according to TRKBIS needs. All thematic data groups in TRKBIS geo-data model have been remodelled in order to generate the national large scale 3D geo-data model for Turkey. Specific attention has been paid to data groups that have different class structure according to related CityGML data themes such as building data model. Current 2D geo-information model for building data theme of Turkey (TRKBIS.BI) was established based on INSPIRE specifications for building (Core 2D and Extended 2D profiles), ISO/TC 211 standards and OGC web services. New version of TRKBIS.BI which is established according to semantic and geometric rules of CityGML will represent 2D-2.5D and 3D objects. After a short overview on generic approach, this paper describes extending CityGML building data theme according to TRKBIS.BI through several steps. First, building models of both standards were compared according to their data structure, classes and attributes. Second, CityGML building model was extended with respect to TRKBIS needs and CityGML-TRKBIS Building ADE was established in UML. This study provides new insights into 3D applications in Turkey. The generated 3D geo-data model for building thematic class will be used as a common exchange format that meets 2D, 2.5D and 3D implementation needs at national level.

ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL 3D GEO-DATA MODEL FOR BUILDING DATA COMPLIANT TO CITYGML: CASE OF TURKEY

Abstract. This paper presents the generation of the 3D national building geo-data model of Turkey, which is compatible with the international OGC CityGML Encoding Standard. We prepare an ADE named CityGML-TRKBIS.BI that is produced by extending existing thematic modules of CityGML according to TRKBIS needs. All thematic data groups in TRKBIS geo-data model have been remodelled in order to generate the national large scale 3D geo-data model for Turkey. Specific attention has been paid to data groups that have different class structure according to related CityGML data themes such as building data model. Current 2D geo-information model for building data theme of Turkey (TRKBIS.BI) was established based on INSPIRE specifications for building (Core 2D and Extended 2D profiles), ISO/TC 211 standards and OGC web services. New version of TRKBIS.BI which is established according to semantic and geometric rules of CityGML will represent 2D-2.5D and 3D objects. After a short overview on generic approach, this paper describes extending CityGML building data theme according to TRKBIS.BI through several steps. First, building models of both standards were compared according to their data structure, classes and attributes. Second, CityGML building model was extended with respect to TRKBIS needs and CityGML-TRKBIS Building ADE was established in UML. This study provides new insights into 3D applications in Turkey. The generated 3D geo-data model for building thematic class will be used as a common exchange format that meets 2D, 2.5D and 3D implementation needs at national level.

International Cancer Control Leadership Forum Program

Abstract 43 A National Cancer Control Plan (NCCP) comprises an important part of a country's non-communicable disease (NCD) plan and can help countries meet NCD targets outlined in the WHO Global NCD Action Plan. A comprehensive cancer control plan is based on data such as a country's cancer burden and cancer risk factors, available resources, and local context of culture and health care. The plan provides a systematic framework for implementation of evidence-based and cost-effective strategies for cancer prevention and control. The International Cancer Control Leadership Forum is a 2-3 day regional workshop with thematic seminar modules on cancer control planning and implementation, as well as interactive action planning sessions. The goal is to increase the capacity of participating countries to initiate or enhance cancer control planning and implementation through a multisectoral approach. The country teams are composed of high-level leaders who represent government agencies, civil society, oncology professionals, and academia. The program approach engages country teams over a year and a half. Approximately 3-6 months prior to the forum, teams conduct a situational analysis of the cancer burden and cancer control planning efforts in their country. During the Forum, teams are introduced to evidence-based approaches and exchange best-practices with colleagues to develop a 12-month action plan to move their cancer control planning and implementation efforts forward. In the year after the Forum, country teams and Forum faculty meet for 3-4 follow-up phone calls to address technical assistance needs as countries begin to implement their action plan. Thus far, Forums have been held in Africa, Southeast Asia, the Pacific, the Caribbean, Middle East-North Africa, Latin America, and Central Asia regions. The country teams report that the Forum provides an important opportunity to plan with diverse stakeholders. Participants also report increased awareness and knowledge on developing and implementing a national cancer control plan, and learn best-practices from their colleagues in neighboring countries. In some Forums, countries have shown interest to work collaboratively towards regional initiatives. AUTHORS' DISCLOSURES OF POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST: No COIs from the authors.

Методологія впровадження навчального посібника «Технологічні аспекти виготовлення ортопедичних конструкцій» у навчальний процес із вибіркової дисципліни

<p>The methods of development and elaboration of standard selective training discipline «The basic technologies of dentures construction” according to the European Credit Tranter System have been shown in the article. The specific objectives of discipline study in the form of particular professional skills required for corresponding thematic modules have been formulated. The means of students’ preparation level evaluation and recommended control forms have been revealed with the help of the textbook “Technological aspects of the manufacture of orthopedic structures».</p>

Successful implementation of a disease-specific survivorship program for men with prostate cancer (PC) and their partners.

31 Background: Treatment for localized PC can adversely impact the quality of life for the patient (pts) and his partner. Addition of androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) to treat biochemical relapse or metastatic disease can result in further symptoms. We hypothesized that PC pts and partners would benefit from a clinical, educational, research-based approach to care that would focus on their specific needs. Methods: Funding from government agencies and philanthropic sources were used to establish a survivorship program in the urology clinic at the Vancouver Prostate Centre. A multi-disciplinary management team was formed to oversee the program. The Prostate Cancer Supportive Care (PCSC) Program is organized around 5 thematic modules 1) information about PC and primary treatment options (TX), 2) sexual health and intimacy (SH), 3) lifestyle changes in diet and exercise (DE), 4) managing the side effects of ADT, 5) incontinence and pelvic floor physiotherapy (PT). Group educational sessions (ED) are held 1-2 times monthly. Individual clinic appointments with SH and PT clinicians are also available. A program manager, clinic coordinator, and research assistant run PCSC on a day-to-day basis. Results: PCSC was initiated in January 2013. Urologists, nurses, pharmacists, and radiation oncologists referred patients to PCSC. Of 802 pts who enrolled (167 in 2013, 369 in 2014, and 266 in 2015 to date), to receive the quarterly newsletter, 626 (78%) chose to actively participate in at least one module (summarized in table). Feedback from couples, participating clinicians, and allied health personnel has been overwhelmingly positive. In addition, the PCSC population is proving to be a rich source of patients for research projects and training opportunities for young MDs. Conclusions: The results demonstrate that implementation of a disease specific survivorship program is feasible, well received and has other unanticipated benefits. Outcomes research and intervention protocols are in progress to address our hypothesis. [Table: see text]

SIRS Digues 2.0: A Cooperative Software For Levees Management

SIRS Digues is a computing tool that makes informations on levees more durable and accessible in order to enhance their management. The first version of the software, which was IRSTEA’s initiative, was deployed in 2004. The second version was released in 2015. This article aims at pointing out the innovative aspects of this last version. They concern thematic and functionalities, computing technics and architecture, and last but not least, the business model chosen in order to build a long lasting software. The software’s kernel is sketched to propose a general description of levees: it focuses on description of the levees and linked objects, on disorders that affects them, on works... Most of these topics were already broached by the first version. The kernel of the version 2 may be extended using optional thematic modules. These modules concern: vegetation monitoring, reporting (in coherence with current French regulatory requirements), riverbanks, riverbed... Main functionnalities perfomed by SIRS Digues V1 and V2 are : data structuring and centralisation, quick access to relevant data, reporting and mapping, etc. SIRS Digues 2.0 updates and improves already existing functionalities of the first version. SIRS Digues V2 relies on an documentoriented NoSQL database, CouchDB, and on geospatial libraries, Geotoolkit and Apache-SIS. SIRS Digues V2 was released with a copyleft license. Copyrights belong to the French levees managers’ society, “France Digues”, which acts as a cooperative. Members put their heads together in order to gather their financial capacities and fund software development. France Digues has got the technical and thematic expertise and supply various services to the members. This business model aims to ensure accessibility, durability and adaptability of the software.

Pengembangan Modul Pembelajaran Berbasis Tematik Terpadu Tema “Peduli Terhadap Makhluk Hidup” Untuk Siswa Kelas IV Di Mit Ar Roihan Lawang Malang

The development of an integrated thematic learning module is based on the fact that there are thematic learning problems, one of which is the thematic learning textbook fourth grade students at MIT Ar-Roihan Lawang Malang. The textbook quality is one of the problems that is able to hinder the success of the learning process. The learning module in madrassa or Islamic schools should have a distinctive characteristic and be developed with the Islamic nuances so that the purposes of madrasa or Islamic schools could be addressed.This study specifically aims to (1) result in integrated thematic based-learning modules themed "Caring for creatures" (2) describing the process of preparing the product of learning modules (3) testing the product of integrated thematic learning modules related to the effectiveness, efficiency and attractiveness. This study uses the method of research and development--as developed by Dick and Carey. The results showed that the integrated thematic-based learning modules have the high level of feasibility, effectiveness, efficiency and attractiveness of students. This could be seen from the results of content expert validation score amounted to 92,1% (very valid), media expert validation score amounted to 85% (very valid), learning expert validation score amounted to 83,7% (very valid). The results of field tests conducted by the fourth grade students at MIT Ar-Roihan Lawang Malang showed an increase in post-test results after using integrated thematic modules. Statistical data with the t-test analysis as a result of SPSS showing 15 sig. 0000 that is smaller than 0.005, means that there are significant differences between the results of student achievement before and after using integrated thematic learning modules. While the level of attractiveness of thematic modules based on the average of student assessment of all components reached 85.9% (very good). Based on the overall results of the data analysis, it can be conclude that the results of the development of learning modules have already fulfilled the needs effective and efficient learning, especially on thematic learning by using an integrated thematic approach themed "Caring for Creatures" at MIT Ar-Roihan Lawang Malang.
 Keywords: Development; learning modules, integrated thematic

CoDiab-VD: protocol of a prospective population-based cohort study on diabetes care in Switzerland.

BackgroundDiabetes represents an increasing health burden worldwide. In 2010, the Public Health Department of the canton of Vaud (Switzerland) launched a regional diabetes programme entitled “Programme cantonal Diabète” (PcD), with the objectives to both decrease the incidence of diabetes and improve care for patients with diabetes. The cohort entitled CoDiab-VD emerged from that programme. It specifically aimed at following quality of diabetes care over time, at evaluating the coverage of the PcD within this canton and at assessing the impact of the PcD on care of patients with diabetes.Methods/DesignThe cohort CoDiab-VD is a prospective population-based cohort study. Patients with diabetes were recruited in two waves (autumn 2011 - summer 2012) through community pharmacies. Eligible participants were non-institutionalised adult patients (≥18 years) with diabetes diagnosed for at least one year, residing in the canton of Vaud and coming to a participating pharmacy with a diabetes-related prescription. Women with gestational diabetes, people with obvious cognitive impairment or insufficient command of French were not eligible. Self-reported data collected, included the following primary outcomes: processes-of-care indicators (annual checks) and outcomes of care such as HbA1C, (health-related) quality of life measures (Short Form-12 Health Survey – SF-12, Audit of Diabetes-Dependent Quality of Life 19 – ADDQoL) and Patient Assessment of Chronic Illness Care (PACIC). Data on diabetes, health status, healthcare utilisation, health behaviour, self-management activities and support, knowledge of, or participation to, campaigns/activities proposed by the PcD, and socio-demographics were also obtained. For consenting participants, physicians provided few additional pieces of information about processes and laboratory results.Participants will be followed once a year, via a mailed self-report questionnaire. The core of the follow-up questionnaires will be similar to the baseline one, with the addition of thematic modules adapting to the development of the PcD. Physicians will be contacted every 2 years.DiscussionCoDiab-VD will allow obtaining a broad picture of the care of patients with diabetes, as well as their needs regarding their chronic condition. The data will be used to evaluate the PcD and help prioritise targeted actions.Trial registrationThis study is registered with ClinicalTrials.gov, identifier NCT01902043, July 9, 2013.Electronic supplementary materialThe online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s12913-015-0991-0) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.

Humanitarian Bases of Teaching Specialists in Forestry at Tomsk University

In this work the authors examine the reasons which served as an incentive to modernize the educational tasks for future specialists in forestry at Tomsk State University. Methodological bases of teaching the course of introduction to the profession on the basis of humanistic values are determined. The authors emphasize the main focus of this work on methodological bases of course design in Propedeutics (introduction to the profession). The content side of the course is considered and a sequence of thematic modules and references are substantiated.