Thematic Workshops Research Articles

Teaching Democracy: Tools and Methods in the Secondary Education

Political and Social scientists, since the end of the 20th century, have been concerned about youth’s
 “withdrawal” from participating in public life. This paper addresses the issue of teaching Civic
 Education and presents new didactic and interactive tools that can be used in the educational
 process. Introducing the meaning of Democracy to students takes place in compulsory education but
 during Secondary Education is taught extensively with the aim of creating responsible and
 interactive citizens. Therefore, students are exercised in democratic procedures during courses,
 interactive learning and by electing students’ board into school premises in order to motivate
 political participation and political understanding. However, an individual is not considered as a
 citizen only on the election day. To this end, thematic workshops were designed and implemented
 by using the principle of deliberation in schools in the area of Thessaloniki (Greece), in the context of
 the course "Contemporary World, Citizen and Democracy" in Secondary Education. The workshops
 focused on the familiarization with the Greek and European Parliament functions into the school
 communities by interactive and experiential learning. At the end of this approach, a survey was
 conducted to students concerning their opinion about deliberation and electoral procedures. In that
 terms, we aim to develop a structured and interactive Civic Education curriculum that will help
 shape active and responsible citizens. Our teaching practice is based on mathematical skills and
 statistical concepts to cultivate further the concepts of democracy and representation

Teaching Democracy: Tools and Methods in the Secondary Education

Political and Social scientists, since the end of the 20th century, have been concerned about youth’s “withdrawal” from participating in public life. This paper addresses the issue of teaching Civic Education and presents new didactic and interactive tools that can be used in the educational process. Introducing the meaning of Democracy to students takes place in compulsory education but during Secondary Education is taught extensively with the aim of creating responsible and interactive citizens. Therefore, students are exercised in democratic procedures during courses, interactive learning and by electing students’ board into school premises in order to motivate political participation and political understanding. However, an individual is not considered as a citizen only on the election day. To this end, thematic workshops were designed and implemented by using the principle of deliberation in schools in the area of Thessaloniki (Greece), in the context of the course "Contemporary World, Citizen and Democracy" in Secondary Education. The workshops focused on the familiarization with the Greek and European Parliament functions into the school communities by interactive and experiential learning. At the end of this approach, a survey was conducted to students concerning their opinion about deliberation and electoral procedures. In that terms, we aim to develop a structured and interactive Civic Education curriculum that will help shape active and responsible citizens. Our teaching practice is based on mathematical skills and statistical concepts to cultivate further the concepts of democracy and representation.

The study of risk management activities for quality of medicines at the wholesale stage

Aim. To analyze the state of implementation of risk management activities for quality in domestic organizations for wholesale trade of medicines.Materials and methods. The works of domestic and foreign authors, international professional websites, methods of survey (questionnaire), analysis, systematization, generalization were used.Results. During 2019-2020, the sociological study was carried out among the drug distribution organizations on the activities of risk management (RM) for quality. The survey showed that 78 % of employees involved in RM activities in the distribution organizations of medicines of Ukraine were specialists in quality management (assurance) subdivisions. 17 % of the respondents were employees of various departments. 5 % of the respondents stated that RM was performed jointly by quality management (assurance) departments and other divisions of the enterprise. More than 70 % of the respondents stated that when organizing RM activities they faced the problem of insufficient information on the methodology and practical aspects of RM in the drug distribution. 33 % of the respondents believed that they received the most important information about RM during thematic workshops, trainings and from external experts, consultants. 16 % of the respondents found the useful information on RM in guidelines and methodological materials, and 11 % of the respondents - in periodicals. Accordingly, 55 % of the respondents considered it necessary to develop comprehensive guidelines for RM methodology, and 28 % of the respondents agreed that these recommendations would be useful. According to 55 % of the respondents, the greatest problems in the implementation and operation of RM procedures were related to the training of the relevant specialists. When asked about the compliance of RM results with the expectations of management 88 % of the respondents answered that management was generally skeptical about this activity, perceiving RM only as a formal job, which presence was required by regulatory requirements.Conclusions. The main problems with the effectiveness of RM activities are related to the lack of competence of the relevant specialists and their number, the lack of time to perform procedures to identify, analyze, assess and manage risks to the quality of drugs. Based on the data obtained we plan to form a set of proposals for the optimal organization of activities with RM of medicines in the drug distribution organization, in particular, to substantiate the set of competencies of RM specialists, as well as determine scientific and methodological approaches to the regulation and documentation of RM activities.

CARE IN THE PARTURITION PROCESS FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF NURSING PROFESSIONALS

ABSTRACT Objective: to reflect on nursing care for women undergoing parturition from the perspective of nursing professionals. Method: this is a study with a qualitative approach based on Convergent Care Research. The participants were 36 nursing professionals, who developed assistance activities for women undergoing parturition in an Obstetric and Gynecological Surgical Center of a University Hospital in southern Brazil. For data collection, the convergence group discussion technique was used, through audio-recorded thematic workshops following the phases of the process called Four Rs (4Rs), from June to August 2017. The data were analyzed using the thematic analysis proposed by Creswell, supported by the Iramuteq software. Results: five classes emerged: weaknesses/limitations in the parturition process; ambience and human resources in the parturition process; imposition of care and lack of privacy for women in the parturition process; process of being born: the understanding of nursing professionals; and contributions in the care process for a better birth. Conclusion: the present study allowed understanding the relationships of the nursing care for women in the process of parturition, identifying the barriers and weaknesses in the care process, reflecting and discussing possibilities for the systematization of nursing care in the parturition process.

Ways of spending free time by teachers of physical education in Tarnów

Aim of the study: The aim of the work was to conduct research in the field of interests and their impact on spending free time by physical education teachers teaching at schools in Tarnów. Material and methods: The research was carried out in 2018 among 30 teachers in the 30–50 age group, teaching physical education in primary schools, junior high schools and upper secondary schools in Tarnow, taking part in thematic workshops. The research was carried out by means of a diagnostic survey, and a survey technique was used to obtain the necessary information and data. Results: The surveyed PE teachers most often spend their free time actively outside home, and most preferably with the family and friends. Sport was the most popular choice among respondents, regardless of gender. Clear gender differences were noted in the areas of spending free time, interests and hobbies. Conclusions: The vast majority of PE teachers surveyed spend their free time actively, mainly interested in sport. Women are more interested in health and beauty, and men in film and music, motorization and DIY.

Auditory group therapy in adult cochlear implant rehabilitation

Auditory training is an established intervention in adult cochlear implant (CI) aural rehabilitation. In most cases, training is implemented in an individual therapy setting. Increasing patient numbers and the associated time-economic and cost-related demands as well as psychosocial and communicative aspects support the use of aural group interventions. This study aimed 1)to describe concepts and contents of group interventions for adult CI users and 2)to present results of aquestionnaire-based evaluation. Group interventions have been offered at the CI Centre Erlangen CICERO for several years. In Auditory Training Groups, exercises have priority, while Thematic Group Workshops focus on psychosocial aspects and provide information for the participants. The Auditory Training Groups were evaluated based on apatient questionnaire. Additionally, the reliability of the questionnaire was analyzed. The median overall satisfaction of CI users participating in Auditory Training Groups was rated as good. Training of speech perception in noise as well as communicative exchange are of great importance for CI users. They rated the therapeutic design as very good to good. Reliability analysis showed significant positive intercorrelations of the questionnaire items. Group interventions are well accepted by CI users and represent auseful complement to individual therapy during the rehabilitation process. As group interventions place special demands on patients and therapists, structured and well-proven concepts should be used in practice.

De uma sequência didática a uma oficina temática: desafios do planejamento no âmbito de um subprojeto PIBID de química

As oficinas temáticas são continuamente utilizadas no ensino de Química. São instrumentos que possibilitam a construção de ambientes de investigação em sala de aula, a fim de romper com o ensino tradicional e proporcionar a significação dos conceitos estudados. Acreditando em suas potencialidades didáticas, o presente artigo apresenta parte das reflexões emergentes da construção de uma oficina temática sobre o tema petróleo, a partir da adaptação das atividades de uma sequência didática sobre o mesmo tema gerador. Nesse sentido, este trabalho buscou investigar quais as principais dificuldades enfrentadas por um grupo de bolsistas de um subprojeto PIBID de Química na construção de uma oficina temática. Para tal, a coleta de dados se deu pelo acompanhamento do processo de elaboração da oficina e das reflexões decorrentes dessa atividade descritas em seus Diários Reflexivos. Os dados obtidos revelaram que, durante o percurso de construção da oficina, as dificuldades enfrentadas pelos bolsistas estavam relacionadas principalmente à elaboração das atividades, à seleção dos conteúdos, ao controle do tempo, à definição da problematização inicial e ao estabelecimento dos critérios de avaliação. Tais resultados reforçam a importância da reflexão sobre o planejamento didático desde a formação inicial, a fim de formar professores atentos aos mais diversos desafios que o planejamento de atividades de ensino pode apresentar.

The Grand Challenges from the ORPHÉE-RDV 2017 thematic workshops

The Grand Challenges from the ORPHÉE-RDV 2017 thematic workshops

Planowanie przestrzeni publicznej na wsi w województwie warmińsko-mazurskim = Planning public space in the rural areas of the Warmińsko-Mazurskie Voivodship

Planning the public space as part of the “village renewal” should be based on rural identity and its traditions, but on the other hand also on contemporary design trends. “Village renewal” is a joint action of local authorities, experts and – above all – inhabitants, aimed at improving the quality of life, aesthetics of the surrounding area, protecting and shaping the landscape, and implementing social initiatives. In the region of Warmia and Masuria, the Marshal Office plays a special role in accomplishing the “renewal” tasks. Regional authorities coordinate the renewal program and undertake numerous social and cultural initiatives, organize trainings, conferences and thematic workshops. The paper briefly presents the role of the “Village Renewal Program” in the context of planning the public space. Main assumptions for creating such space based on social participation and expert assistance were also determined. The author presented examples of projects in selected villages of the Warmińsko-Mazurskie Voivodship, including these from the “Active Village of Warmia, Masuria and Powiśle” program. The paper highlighted positive results of these activities, but has also referred to existing problems.

Viagem educacional e oficinas temáticas como ferramentas de formação construtivista em psicofarmacologia clínica

O construtivismo é uma teoria que permite conceber o conhecimento como algo que não é dado e sim construído, através de sua ação e da interação com o meio. Trata-se de um relato de experiência do uso da viagem educacional e oficinas temáticas no componente curricular psicofarmacologia clínica, como ferramentas de formação construtivista em saúde. A viagem educacional permitiu a integração emoção-razão a partir dos significados percebidos em contato com produções artísticas. A clínica tornou-se ampliada no cuidado a partir da prática biopsicossocial, da humanização e do desenvolvimento da inteligência emocional. As oficinas temáticas proporcionaram aprendizagens complexas e produção de dispositivos que permitiram a vivência do acolhimento, vínculo, comunicação, sensibilidade e empatia entre os sujeitos. A utilização dessas ferramentas foi assertiva por estimular a formação por meio de competências, interdisciplinaridade e aprendizagem significativa, além de tornar o ambiente em sala de aula agradável e contribuir para construção de um perfil profissional que cria permanentemente.

Rojeto de extensão “Controle social: aprenda a ser um auditor social”: relato de oficinas temáticas

The objective of this report is to describe a social audit activity developed through thematic pedagogical workshops. This experience report compress an offer of consulting tasks in the area of social audit training, in the scope of the extension project “Social control: learn to be a social auditor”, in Brasília, Brazil, conducted by the course of Accounting Sciences of the University of Brasília (UnB). The extension project aims to empower an academic community and society in general to exercise social control over governmental management. The methodology of thematic pedagogical workshops was developed in the extension project scope by Costa et al. (2014). Between 2014 and 2017 the project certified ninety-nine participants. It was concluded that the experience was successful and contributed to the reflection on the need for maturation of the methodology of thematic workshops and the planning of the offer to attend different audiences, such as children and elderly.

Sexualidade e envelhecimento: dilemas do corpo masculino

O presente estudo objetiva abranger a intersecção dos conceitos de sexualidade, envelhecimento e masculinidade para a compreensão das representações do corpo envelhecido para os homens idosos, tal como a sexualidade e os desafios da manutenção da masculinidade na contemporaneidade. Os aspectos metodológicos empregados para este fim incidem em um relato de experiência de oficinas temáticas desenvolvidas com idosos, tais homens são frequentadores de um equipamento social e participantes de grupos de convivência. Os dados registrados em diários de campo foram submetidos à análise de conteúdo de Bardin. Com isso, obtêm-se, enquanto resultados, os diversos fatores que contribuem para a construção da subjetividade do idoso a respeito do corpo masculino em torno da sexualidade, entre eles os valores e a manutenção das normas em detrimento dos encontros contemporâneos na mídia e na sociedade. Entende-se, portanto, que o envelhecer na atualidade é um desafio que vai além de carregar os estigmas sociais, e insere-se em uma dimensão cultural que padroniza os corpos, as relações sexuais e a masculinidade numa esfera que neutraliza o sujeito e o enquadra na jovialidade.

Using design theory to foster innovative cross-disciplinary research: Lessons learned from a research network focused on antimicrobial use and animal microbes’ resistance to antimicrobials

Dealing with the major societal and research challenges related to antimicrobial use will require cross-disciplinary research and strong relationships between researchers and stakeholders. Design theories, such as the concept-knowledge (C-K) theory, can help spur the emergence of innovation. Here, our objective was to examine how the C-K theory could promote the development of novel, cross-disciplinary research projects on antimicrobial use and animal microbes’ resistance to antimicrobials. A French research network (R2A2; Réseau Recherche Antibiotiques Animal) was created whose goal was to foster cross-disciplinary research and scientific discussion on these topics. The R2A2 network hosted general meetings and thematic workshops, during which participants brainstormed using C-K diagrams. The network's performance was evaluated through the evolution of C-K diagrams, project creation, and participant interviews. R2A2 led to the creation of a minimum of eight research projects. The participants felt network events facilitated interactions and collaborations with researchers in different disciplines. The R2A2 network has opened new avenues of research into several important topics: antimicrobial use on farms, the environmental impacts of antimicrobials, animal immunity, and alternative treatments. The keys to its success were: (i) participant interest; (ii) the use of C-K design theory to encourage cross-disciplinary thinking; (iii) the aim of fostering several small projects rather than one large project; and (iv) network responsiveness to participant needs with regards to meeting and workshop topics. C-K theory served a key role in promoting cross-disciplinary thinking on topics at the interface between research and stakeholder interests.

Reflections and collective production about being a municipal health counselor

to identify the participation dynamics of a municipal council and to develop a critical-reflexive process on "being a counselor", identifying weaknesses and possibilities of this council, in addition to collectively generating new knowledge and (re)elaborating the MHC Ordinary Law. Convergent care research, including documentary analysis, non-participant observation and thematic workshops. The research was carried out in 2016, with municipal health counselors from a city in the Western Region of Santa Catarina. this study made it possible to identify forms of social participation that should be strengthened in the performance of social power, to reflect and share individual experiences, to anchor them in the current legislation, and to build knowledge that enabled the elaboration/organization of a product - a new text for the Ordinary Law of the Council, adjusted to current legislation. There is a need to increase participation, considering the presence of the counselors in the meetings, the effective representation and a greater interaction in the discussions and deliberations of the council.

Oficinas temáticas: uma proposta extensionista para ampliar a formação inicial de professores

The teacher engaged in basic education requires a comprehensive knowledge that enables an analysis of the contents to be taught from various points of view. In this regard, we proposed thematic workshops, focusing on chemical interactions in a scientific journey of Geography Undergraduate course of the Faculdade Integradas do Pontal (Federal University of Uberlândia - UFU) and concluded that this type of activity is significant to increase knowledge of the participants who realize the relationship between the areas and the possible connections.

Oficinas temáticas: uma proposta extensionista para ampliar a formação inicial de professores

O professor que atua na Educacao Basica necessita de um conhecimento abrangente que possibilite uma avaliacao dos conteudos a serem ensinados por varias perspectivas. Assim, propusemos a realizacao de oficinas tematicas, com enfoque nas interacoes quimicas, em uma semana cientifica do Curso de Geografia da Faculdade de Ciencias Integradas do Pontal (UFU) e concluimos como sendo significativas para ampliar os conhecimentos dos participantes, pois passam a perceber a relacao entre as areas e as conexoes possiveis.

Protected Natural Values of Geoheritage Interest in the Călimani National Park, Eastern Carpathians, Romania

The Călimani National Park (CNP), legally founded in 2000 in order to ensure the highest level of protection for the unique natural and scientific values it hosts, is the largest protected volcanic area in Romania. It covers a significant part of the Călimani Mountains representing the largest, highest, and most voluminous segment of the Neogene Călimani-Gurghiu-Harghita volcanic range. The natural values under protection in the CNP include the unique high-mountain volcanic landscape hosting glacial and periglacial features, lakes and marshes, spectacular rock formations, and unique floral elements. Due to their outstanding scientific value, the botanical Science Reserve of Juniperus with Pinus cembra, the geographical Iezer Lake Science Reserve, and the geological “12 Apostles” Science Reserve are subject to the highest legal level of protection. CPN also hosts damaged natural values of geoheritage importance. This is the place where the phenomenon of volcanic karst was described for the first time, and the term “vulcanokarst” coined. Open-pit sulfur mining destroyed its original features and only poor traces of them can be found today. The high-mountain volcanic landscape was also catastrophically damaged by mining. However, remediation and re-cultivation activities in the open-pit area significantly attenuated the damage. Little attention is paid by the Park’s management to the valuation of the geological and volcanological features deserving higher levels of protection. Most of them are not even known to the wider public, with the exception of geologists. Touristic valuation of the area was recently enhanced by the remediation of the old “Maria Theresia road” linking Transylvania and Bukovina across the mountains. There is still a lot to do in order to fully take advantage of the natural values of geoheritage relevance hosted by the CNP, in teaching, research and touristic/leisure activities. Actions to be undertaken to this end suggested here include organization of thematic workshops, conferences, exhibitions, and field practice for students, professionals and the general public focused on geoheritage values, placing geoeducational boards along touristic trails, devising field guides and promotional material, and connecting the Călimani Mts. to broader touristic networks such as the proposed “Pannonian volcano route.”

Toward the Blueprint of Campus-Based Ecosystems for Innovation

The “science park” model has long been showing signs of aging, with many science parks now facing budget cuts by local and regional governments. In this study, we dissect the blueprint of a highly successful campus-based ecosystem, the High Tech Campus Eindhoven (HTCE). As an innovation ecosystem, the HTCE provides its residents (a) access to shared resources and facilities, to facilitate research and product development, and (b) an innovation community that enhances knowledge sharing between people at the campus. The success of the HTCE arises from a deep and inclusive understanding of the conditions in which an ecosystem for research and development can thrive, and the commitment to carefully grow and sustain these conditions. These conditions include: low physical distances between the various buildings, offices and shared facilities; a dynamic portfolio of thematic workshops and meetings stimulate knowledge sharing and informal networking; careful management of the diversity and reputation of the campus; attracting and hosting “connectors” that have the capability to initiate and/or manage collaboration across a newly emerging value chain; and a high level of responsiveness to requests and feedback of residents.

Educação alimentar e nutricional para o controle de comorbidades em pessoas com doenças infecciosas

Objective: To report the experience of implementing Food and Nutrition Education (FNE) Practices in group, for improvement of nutrition counseling acceptance among patients with infectious diseases. Data synthesis: This is an experience report of food and nutrition education activity carried out from April to November 2015 at the Evandro Chagas National Institute of Infectology (INI/Fiocruz). Twelve individuals carrying infectious and parasitic diseases, of both genders, diagnosed with overweight and metabolic syndrome, took part in seven monthly thematic workshops. Themes of relevance to the treatment of metabolic syndrome and overweight were approached by means of group chats and dynamics, and explanatory brochure distribution. During the workshops, eating behaviors were clearly identified, which were not in conformity with the nutrition counseling provided in previous individual appointments and hampered the control of the clinical conditions experienced in metabolic syndrome and overweight. In the workshops, the participants consolidated the knowledge of healthy eating habits and, by exchanging experiences, they felt more confident and motivated to overcome the difficulties during nutrition treatment. Conclusion: It was observed that the participants consolidated their knowledge and autonomy for healthy food choices and, with the exchange of experience, they felt more confident and motivated to overcome the difficulties during the nutrition treatment. Therefore, the implementation of FNE in group was effective in improving nutrition counselling acceptance, which brings forward new reports of healthy eating practices.

A PESQUISA COLABORATIVA NA EDUCAÇÃO FÍSICA ESCOLAR

O objetivo deste trabalho é analisar a contribuição da pesquisa colaborativa para a articulação entre o fazer cotidiano do professor de Educação Física ao tratar o conteúdo dança e o processo de reconhecimento e reconstrução de novos conhecimentos com rigor científico. Foi utilizada a pesquisa colaborativa com abordagem qualitativa. Foram pesquisadas 35 professoras de Educação Física e acompanhadas três em seu cotidiano escolar. A hermenêutica foi utilizada para analisar as informações coletadas a partir da narrativa de formação, seminários temáticos, grupos focais, laboratórios, sessões reflexivas e vídeo etnográfico. Reconhecemos que a pesquisa colaborativa permitiu o avanço no fazer ciência e nas ações pedagógicas das professoras e revelou a reflexão como elemento essencial para esta ressignificação.