Comparative Study and Interrelationship of the Physical and Mechanical Properties of Coarse Aggregates Produced in Ogun State |Chapter 8 | Emerging Trends in Engineering Research and Technology Vol. 5

 

This study compares and investigates the relationship between the physical and mechanical properties of granites produced in some parts of Ogun State. Granite Samples were tested for their Specific Gravities, Water Absorptions, Moisture Contents, Aggregates Impact Value and Aggregates Crushing Value in accordance to the relevant standards. Test results were compared with relevant standards and with values from various sites. Regression analysis was used to further determine the relationship between the various properties. Results reveals that although all the samples conform to relevant codes and standards there were variations in test results from one location to the other and between the various sizes obtained from the same location. Statistical analysis reveals that there is significant positive correlation between Moisture Content and Water Absorption, no relationship between Specific Gravity and both Moisture Content and Water Absorption, while the relationship between Aggregate Crushing and Impact value is positive but not significant.

 

Author(s) Details

S. S. Omopariola

The Federal Polytechnic Ilaro, Ilaro, Nigeria.

 

A. A. Jimoh

Department of Civil Engineering, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria.

 

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Assessing the Trends towards Predictive Mapping of Graduates’ Skills to Industry Roles in Kenya: A Case Study of Software Engineering| Chapter 6 | Engineering Research Perspectives on Recent Advances Vol. 9

 

Background: Long-term unemployment (LTU) has been a major concern in many countries, including Kenya. LTU would not be a trouble if job characteristics for each kind of worker, levels of education and skills, experience, and occupation were precisely known by new graduates. Employability of skilled graduates in the industry is a challenge not only because of the effect of unemployment duration, but also due to increased skills variation among both graduates and industry roles, emanating from the industry-academia gap.

 

Aim: The aim of this study is to investigate whether industry roles in the same occupation have similar academic requirements and establish learning trends in academia towards occupational industry roles.

 

Methodology: This study was conducted in the Kenyan software engineering industry and universities in academia in the month of May 2016. A descriptive survey research design was adopted in this study. Perception from 113 employees used as respondents and 24 examinations past papers from 5 Kenyan universities, both in the domain of software engineering, were involved. Two experts, a software engineering lecturer and a pedagogy lecturer, were used to extract data from the exam past papers after their reliability test was confirmed. Both descriptive procedures and non-parametric tests of hypotheses were conducted using SPSS version 16 software and .05 as the test limit for significance. A proposed model for mapping graduates’ skills to industry roles was used as the research model for the study, while for academic requirements analysis purposes, the model’s variables were double classified into two dimensions, i.e. knowledge or skill type and domain-specific or domain-general.

 

Results: This study showed that the most common job entry roles for software engineers after graduation are 'web programmer' and 'analyst programmer'. A frequency analysis of 17 role performance activities (RPAs) performed by software engineers at entry-level industry positions reveals that ‘design database’ is the most frequently performed activity (11%), while ‘manage project workflows’ is the least performed (2%). Regarding the proposed model, findings indicated that while domain-specific knowledge (χ2=2.44, P=.87) and skills (χ2=1.86, P=.93) for industry roles in the same occupation are similar, domain general knowledge (χ2=13.10, P=.04) and skills (χ2=16.151, P=.01) are significantly different for these industry roles. Further revelation indicated that, while academia trends towards various industry roles within the same occupation are fairly good for knowledge (80%) and poor for skills (45.7%), trends towards various industry roles within the same occupation are not uniform among universities.

 

Conclusion: Academic knowledge and skills requirements for occupational industry roles are not similar, and trends towards occupational industry roles are not uniform among universities. Therefore, students should select universities that have a higher trending profile for industry roles in order to increase their chances. It is also recommended that domain-specific knowledge and skills must be covered well during learning in academia.

 

 

Author(s) Details

Fullgence Mwachoo Mwakondo
Institute of Computing and Informatics, Technical University of Mombasa, P.O. Box 90420-80100, Kenya.

 

 

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Hearing the Unheard: Breaking Barriers in Specialised Schools in Cameroon |Chapter Hearing the Unheard: Breaking Barriers in Specialised Schools in Cameroon |Chapter 8 | New Ideas Concerning Arts and Social Studies Vol. 3| New Ideas Concerning Arts and Social Studies Vol. 3

Cameroon is determined to provide quality education to all its population. Since Cameroon signed the agreement to grant access to quality education, many special schools for the deaf were established. One of the challenges faced today in Cameroon is educating linguistically challenged pupils in special schools. This paper centres on evaluating the education of linguistically handicapped pupils (deaf) in two specialised institutions in the Southwest region of Cameroon. It is an analysis of the education carried out in specialised institutions for the deaf in providing them with basic education so as to meet the EFA goals and to attain the objectives of development for the millennium. With the conviction that education is crucial for their development, Ephphata Institute for the Deaf (EID), Kumba and Buea School for the Deaf (BSD) institutions are examined to assess teaching programmes offered to these children. Analysis proved that these points are relevant for effective teaching to take place: A curriculum which is relevant and can be adapted to provide quality education in order to increase participation in schooling and improve the quality of the education provided. Training which will improve teachers’ skills so that they can best perform their functions. Reigeluth’s Instructional Design Theory was discussed to understand how educational programs and instructional materials need to be developed. This descriptive survey made use of a questionnaire, an observation guide, interviews, and a checklist. The sample of the study was 12 teachers and 130 pupils purposively selected from the two schools under investigation. The self-delivery method was used to collect data. Data analysis was descriptive with the use of frequency counts and percentages. The findings revealed that the national curriculum was rigid and extensive for teachers (75%). The most important challenge the teachers faced was how to adapt the curriculum content (83%). To support the teaching and learning process, they needed to enhance teaching through such activities as modifying, adding or deleting content, reorganising content, addressing omissions, managing limited time to complete tasks and maintaining children’s attention during lessons. Deaf education has its specific didactic strategies which should be explicitly described and codified for use where needed. This study therefore suggests that teachers be empowered with skills in order to make learning possible and also to improvise by developing various kinds of handmade learning materials in order to improve the overall quality of deaf education in Cameroon.

 

Author(s) Details

 

Enow Parris Cecilia Bechem

Department of Linguistics and African Languages, Faculty or Arts, The University of Bamenda, Cameroon.

 

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Methods of Assessment and Evaluation in Medical Science Education | Chapter 1 | Medicine and Medical Research: New Perspectives Vol. 8

The assessment and evaluation is an essential and important aspect of medical science education. It encourages and motivates students to learn in a better way. A good assessment is key to lifelong learning. Education is the backbone of a nation. During the last two decades, medical education faced a lot of challenges. These challenges are raised by patients, their relatives, healthcare workers and society. After a thorough discussion with experts, solutions come out in the form of the development of a new curriculum, the introduction of new learning methods, and introduction of the new methods of evaluation and assessment. Many innovative methods of teaching, learning, assessment and evaluation are included in medical science. Medical education is based on learner skills and practice. Without practice, a person cannot work in this field. The aim of this paper is to describe the various assessment methods in medical education. There is a huge difference between traditional and modern education. Students of the 21st century are technology-based so teachers must be equipped with technology. Nowadays the word teaching is replaced by term learning. Students having already the entire subject-related material on their computer or mobile. The work of the teacher is to explain the concept. During assessment of teaching, 2 methods are very familiar, which are formative and summative assessment. Formative assessment is carried out by a teacher to find the knowledge of a learner at the end of each chapter or unit. The teacher can also evaluate his classroom or teaching performance after each lecture. A summative assessment is carried out at the end of the semester or year to evaluate the overall performance of a candidate. It is also known as term examination or cumulative examination. Nowadays, many new methods are available for teaching in medical education like demonstration and simulation. Every teacher must be thorough with methods of assessment and evaluation.

Conclusion:  It can be concluded from the literature that planning for effective faculty development programs is required. These programs are to be tailored to teachers' needs about their ability to guide students’ learning. Clinical simulation, online webinars, panel discussions, symposiums and objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) are new methods used for assessment of students.

 

 

Author (s) Details

Vageriya V.
Department of Child Health Nursing, Manikaka Topawala Institute of Nursing, India.

 

 

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Essentials Counselling Skills for Community Health Workers: Supporting Pregnant Adolescents | Chapter 6 | Medicine and Medical Research: New Perspectives Vol. 10

Background: Counselling is crucial to provide support to pregnant adolescents during these challenging times. Adolescent pregnancy has significant global implications. It endangers the lives of the mother and the unborn child, contributing to maternal and child morbidity and mortality rates. Furthermore, it threatens the achievement of sustainable development goals of ending poverty (Goal 1), zero hunger (Goal 2), providing good health care (Goal 3), quality education (Goal 4), empowerment of women and girls (Goal 5), providing decent jobs and promoting economic growth (Goal 8). Community health workers (CHWs) play a role in empowering adolescents through counselling skills, thus promoting informed decision- making for better outcomes.

Aim: The study aims to evaluate the counselling skills of CHWs in their efforts to support pregnant adolescents (PA) in Limpopo province.

Setting: The research was carried out with CHWs in the Mopani and Vhembe districts of the Limpopo province in South Africa.

Methods: A quantitative descriptive approach was used to evaluate CHWs’ counselling skills for PAs in Limpopo. The study included CHWs who were actively involved in addressing AP issues within the community. A sample of 81 respondents was selected using simple random sampling. Ethical approval was obtained. Data were collected from July to October 2022 using a questionnaire guided by the Theory of Reasoned Action. Descriptive statistics were analysed using Statistical Package for Social Scientists version 24. The questionnaire’s validity was assessed using Cronbach’s alpha, resulting in a correlation coefficient of 0.710.

Results: Most of the participants were from the Mopani district (63%), while the remaining (32%) were from the Vhembe district. Females constituted many participants (87.7%), while males accounted for only 9% with 1.2% not responding. The study identified significant variations in counselling recommendations. Preparation: Using private space with fewer distractions showed considerable variability (standard deviation = 0.218). Introduction: High variability was observed in using the SOLER method (standard deviation = 0.316). Working phase: Suggesting rather than advising had notable variability (standard deviation = 0.396). Termination: Avoiding abrupt endings and informing clients about the session’s conclusion demonstrated variability (standard deviation = 0.283). Additionally, the majority (64%) of the participants found record-keeping unnecessary, which demonstrated the highest variability (standard deviation = 0.482).

Conclusion: Counselling plays a crucial role in positively impacting the lives of PAs and their unborn children. The study revealed CHWs’ proficiency in counselling techniques and emphasised the importance of following the counselling stages.

 

Author (s) Details

Rakgadi G. Malapela
Department of Health Studies, School of Social Sciences, University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa.

 

Sheillah H. Mboweni
Department of Health Studies, School of Social Sciences, University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa.

 

Patrone R. Risenga
Department of Health Studies, School of Social Sciences, University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa.

 

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Validation of Anderson Score for Diagnosis of Acute Appendicitis by Histopathology: A Prospective Observational Study | Chapter 5 | Medicine and Medical Research: New Perspectives Vol. 12

Background: Appendicectomy is a very common operation performed. Because of advances in ultrasonography and CT Scanning, there is improvement in the diagnosis of appendicitis, but still, clinical observation and experience of the surgeon matters a lot. Removing normal appendix leads to multiphasic problems. Furthermore, appendix has proved to be a useful structure in reconstructive surgeries.

Aim: This study evaluates the validation of the Anderson score for diagnosis of acute appendicitis by histopathology.

Methods: This prospective observational study was performed in the Surgery Department at SGT Medical College, Gurugram, Haryana. The study included a total of 100 patients. Informed consent was taken for examination and investigations giving due respect to maintain the patient’s privacy and keep them comfortable. A detailed history was taken, clinical examination and investigations were done. All patients were subjected to Anderson's score. Appendix was sent for Histopathology examination. Sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value and negative predictive values were found out. Statistical analysis was carried out using statistical SPSS version 23 software by using the Chi-square test.

Results: In 70 patients, Anderson score was >8, which was in favor of acute appendicitis. It means these patients should require surgery. In 30 patients score was <8. The sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value and overall accuracy of clinical examination have been found to be 63.2%, 81.8%, 62.2% and 70.8% respectively. The most common histopathology finding was acute appendicitis then diffuse suppurative appendicitis followed by gangrenous appendicitis still followed by diffuse suppurative appendicitis with peri appendicitis.

Conclusions: The study found out that if Anderson's score is ≥8, appendicectomy should be done. But if Anderson's score is 0-4, the patient should be managed conservatively, if the score is 5-8, the final decision will depend on further investigations, observations and a second opinion.

 

 

Author (s) Details

Kanwar Singh Goel
Department of General Surgery, SGT Medical College, Budhera, Gurugram, Haryana, India.

 

Sapna Goel
Department of Pathology, Shaheed Hasan Khan Mewati Government Medical College, Nuh, Haryana, India.

Nikhil Goel
Department of Psychiatry, Shaheed Hasan Khan Mewati Government Medical College, Nuh, Haryana, India.

 

Tarun Aggarwal
Department of General Surgery, SGT Medical College, Budhera, Gurugram, Haryana, India.

 

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Evaluation of Fitness and Health Centres by Dropout Members | Chapter 9 | New Ideas Concerning Arts and Social Studies Vol. 2

For many years, the number of fitness clubs has been almost stagnating. The fitness line is also marked by an annual fluctuation of total membership numbers. High customer fluctuation, however, significantly complicates long-term financial and staff-wise arrangements. No matter the fitness club setting contended that to foster loyalty, workout programs need to consider the variety of demands. The aim of the study is to examine if and to what extent the evaluations of fitness studios by persons who have recently resigned from their membership are related to general studio conditions such as studio atmosphere, facilities, trainer’s competence and other features. In other words, the question is whether there are typical prioritizations on positive or negative evaluations by dropouts from fitness sport. In the survey, a total of 225 people, who had quit their membership in the past, were questioned in a telephone inquiry. The study was conducted in a health-oriented fitness centre in a major city in Germany. At the time of the study, the fitness facility had up to 1.151 memberships. Among them, 59% of the members were women and 41% were men. The average age of the respondents was 43.5 years. The average duration of membership added up to 4.4 years. The respondents were persons who had terminated their contract in the period between July 2015 and July 2016. In this period, 305 members departed, of whom 225 persons were found and questioned. A variance analysis with measurement repetition factor is calculated to ensure the inferential statistic of the differences between studio evaluations.  Overall, the various aspects of the studio offer and its surroundings were mostly rated as “good”. The respondents appreciated particularly the coaches (friendliness, helpfulness, competence), followed by opening hours, trial training and the first impression. The membership costs and individual aspects such as space, music and ventilation are assessed more critically, if not really badly. A quality concept should always be formulated from the customer's point of view; it must focus on the customer and their specific goals.

 

The data show that the various evaluation aspects were clearly assessed differently by the respondents, and that there was apparently little generalised information on the studio evaluation. The increasing awareness and determination of people to proactively take care of their health represent a promising basis for the future development of the sector.

 

Author (s) Details

 

Georgios Zarotis
Faculty of Human Sciences, University of the Aegean, Rhodes, Greece.

 

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The Widening Gap in Basic Education: A Brief Overview | Chapter 12 | New Ideas Concerning Arts and Social Studies Vol. 1

News media often suggest that schools are not teaching practical skills. Depending on the story the practical skills named include balancing a check book, maintenance of proper hygiene, finding public and social services, avoiding pollution, how best to re-cycle materials and even how to change diapers. Despite claims that education is not addressing basic education and so-called life skills, such claims must be weighed against what various constituencies count as basic and more so, life-skills. Most decidedly the inclusion of instruction first in natural frequency evaluation and then in Bayesian reasoning is critical as Gigerenzer and coauthors have shown in “The Foundations of Adaptive Behavior” in 2015. Certainly, there is a cost to the inclusion of any material especially as proposed herein. But the cost when it leads to more effective evaluations of truth across the curriculum is worth it considering the “Law of Figuring it Out, LFTO as proposed by Paul A. Wagner in “Thinking Ahead: Engaging All Teachers in Critical Thinking” in 2018. This study explains why Gigerenzer’s focus on statistical reasoning across the curriculum advances the concept behind a generalized commitment to evaluative reasoning as is proposed in the LFTO. The sketch to follow proposes that the fourth “r” reasoning includes instruction in statistical thinking to make all students more mindful of LFTO practices when seeking understanding rather than mere recollection skills. Modification of material in mathematics, social studies, science, and where it exists, philosophy for children, can emphasize the importance of justification as indispensable to genuine insight.

 

Author (s) Details

 

Paul A. Wagner
Educational Statistics and Psychology, College of Education, University of Houston, Clear Lake, USA.

 

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Guided by Augmented Reality: The Results of Multiple Experiments Conducted to Enhance the Visitor Experience at a Culturally Historic Site | Chapter 2 | Science and Technology - Recent Updates and Future Prospects Vol. 2

 

In recent years, museums and historic sites have expanded their reach beyond traditional audiences by embracing innovative digital display technologies. Among these technologies, virtual, mixed, and augmented reality (AR) have gained prominence in society. These “virtual history” exhibits aim to bring historical narratives to life, allowing visitors to engage with the past in novel ways. However, the successful implementation of AR in cultural heritage contexts requires careful consideration of usability factors and alignment with media creators’ intended meanings.

Our research investigates the use of various AR technologies within cultural heritage applications. Specifically, we conducted multiple experiments at a historic fort in upstate New York, evaluating the impact of digital display technology on-site visitors. By analyzing user experiences, we aimed to understand how AR enhances cultural exploration and engagement.

Key areas of focus include:

•          Usability Factors: We examined how visitors interacted with AR applications, considering ease of use, navigation, and overall satisfaction.

•          Human-Computer Interaction: Understanding how users engage with AR interfaces and interpret historical content.

•          Evaluation: Assessing the effectiveness of AR displays in conveying cultural heritage information.

Our findings contribute to the ongoing discourse on leveraging AR for cultural preservation and education. By bridging the gap between physical artifacts and virtual imagery, AR can enrich visitors’ understanding of historical contexts. As museums and heritage sites continue to embrace digital technologies, thoughtful design and evaluation are crucial for creating meaningful and immersive experiences.

In summary, this research sheds light on the potential of AR to augment cultural exploration, enhance visitor engagement, and breathe new life into historical narratives. By blending technology and heritage, we pave the way for a more dynamic and accessible appreciation of our shared past.

 

Author(s)details:-

 

Dr. Damian Schofield
Department of Computer Science, State University of New York, Oswego, New York, USA.

 

Paul Lear
Fort Ontario State Historic Site, Oswego, New York, USA.

 

Daniel Hufnal
Department of Computer Science, State University of New York, Oswego, New York, USA.

 

Theodore Johnson
Department of Computer Science, State University of New York, Oswego, New York, USA.

 

Sarah Colletta
Department of Computer Science, State University of New York, Oswego, New York, USA.

 

Pranay Chapagain
Department of Computer Science, State University of New York, Oswego, New York, USA.

 

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Assessing the Quality of Undeveloped Spring Water Consumed Directly by the Local Population of Kasaï in the Democratic Republic of Congo | Chapter 6 | Research Advances in Environment, Geography and Earth Science Vol. 2

Objective: The present study assesses the quality of undeveloped spring water consumed directly by the local population of the province of Kasaï in the D.R. Congo in order to satisfy sustainable access to drinking water in the province of Kasaï.
 
Materials and Methods: This study was conducted in the province of Kasai, in the villages of Kamupafu, Kabilowa, Kayonga, Kankondo, Kankala, Lunyanya and Kumbikumbi in the town of Tshikapa. The study covered the period from September 29 to October 24, 2022.
 
The water samples taken (27) were prepared in the laboratory according to standard procedures and a series of physico-chemical and microbiological characterization analyzes were carried out in the field and in the laboratory. The data collected was processed and analyzed using SigmaStat 11.0 statistical software.
 
Results: Among other results obtained, it appears that the average pH was between 4.6±0.15 and 6.96±0.43; the EC between 12.91±0.51 µS.cm-1 at the Dido/Milonga spring and 26.87±3.00 µS.cm-1 at the Tshitenga spring. The turbidity, the soluble ion (NO3-, F-), and arsenic (As) contents in the water reveal that with the exception of the turbidity in the Kamitutungulu spring (10 ± 1.04 NTU), the concentration of the other elements in the water from all the springs studied complies with WHO recommendations for drinking water quality. In addition, the average values (CFU 100 mL-1) of total coliforms vary between 18 (KAMANKONDE/ROBERT) and 81 (KATOKA 3) for the water of all the springs.
 
Conclusion: Scientific support is therefore suggested for the various actions carried out by numerous organizations or research centers in terms of drinking water supply and hygiene through the establishment of village water supply structures, communication for a change in behavior and socio-economic actions in favor of disadvantaged grassroots communities in a sustainable perspective.

Author(s) Details:

Céline F. Nyembo,
Laboratory of Ecotoxicology, Ecosystem Health, Environmental Biotechnology and Microbiology of the Department of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Sciences, University of Kinshasa, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Camille I. Nsimanda,
Laboratory of Ecotoxicology, Ecosystem Health, Environmental Biotechnology and Microbiology of the Department of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Sciences, University of Kinshasa, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Emmanuel M. Biey,
Laboratory of Ecotoxicology, Ecosystem Health, Environmental Biotechnology and Microbiology of the Department of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Sciences, University of Kinshasa, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Dieudonné E. Musibono,
Laboratory of Ecotoxicology, Ecosystem Health, Environmental Biotechnology and Microbiology of the Department of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Sciences, University of Kinshasa, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

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Designing OBE Internal Test Question Paper with Alignment of Instruction, Assessment, and Evaluation | Chapter 5 | Handbook of Outcome-Based Education Model (OBE): Best Practices and Formats for OBE Implementation in Technical Higher Education Programs

 Designing a suitable assessment tool to identify and analyze learners’ misconceptions, trace learning gaps, report learning levels, evaluate students' performance, and focus on slow and fast learners as well as reinforce teaching and learning processes is a continuous quality improvement process. An aligned appropriate tool can provide realistic information about the learning's reliability and validity. In this connection, the Course coordinator and question paper scrutinizing committee play a significant role. In this Chapter, a sample of the OBE question paper is demonstrated and the format is introduced to document the scrutiny of the question paper and the case study for higher-order learning. Further, the design of the MCQ paper with a proper methodology is briefed.

Author(s) Details:

Arun Kumar B. R.,
Department of Computer Science and Engineering, BMS Institute of Technology and Management, Bengaluru-64, Autonomous Institute, Affiliated to VTU, Belagavi, Karnataka, India.

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Designing a Typical Course File for Planning and Documenting the Evidence of OBE Implementation of Theory Courses | Chapter 2 | Handbook of Outcome-Based Education Model (OBE): Best Practices and Formats for OBE Implementation in Technical Higher Education Programs

 Even though Outcome-Based Education (OBE) is an optimistic framework to offer quality education by institutions and universities, the success of the OBE model depends on how the curriculum design and delivery bridges academia and industry with contemporary knowledge, skills, and attitude and enables the graduates to contribute to innovation, develop entrepreneurial skills and reach the society with professional ethics. Undoubtedly, Universities always play the role of transforming students. In this direction, the OBE program needs to be built primarily on curriculum design with effective teaching-learning processes involving key stakeholders so that graduates acquire the required attributes and skills at the end of the program. The execution of the curriculum has to be planned in terms of the units of the curriculum called the courses that are to be implemented with proper design, delivery, assessment, evaluation, reinforcement of Teaching/Learning Processes (TLP), and continuous improvement to attain clearly stated outcomes.

This chapter presents the typical template for fine-tuning the course design that serves as a course file to document the blueprint of the process of instruction, assessment, and evaluation within the framework of the OBE and how the expected outcomes are met.

In other words, this Chapter is an attempt to design a typical course file format in line with the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) that consists of several documents required for the implementation of OBE at the course level including the evidence for cooperative/innovative methods implemented, performance analysis and remedial inputs, OBE CO attainment report, and other essentials.

Author(s) Details:

Arun Kumar B. R.,
Department of Computer Science and Engineering, BMS Institute of Technology and Management, Bengaluru-64, Autonomous Institute, Affiliated to VTU, Belagavi, Karnataka, India.

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Implementation of Nursing Process at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Teaching Hospital in Anambra State, Nigeria | Chapter 8 | Current Innovations in Disease and Health Research Vol. 1

 This member determine by virtue of what well nurses have achieved the utilization of the process labeling also the determinants that contribute to the nurses’ advance or failure in employing the process. The findings will help to suggest attainable measures that can be captured to alleviate the determinants militating against its use or strengthen its use. Nursing became engaging attention client total need and created concerted work to develop more systematic and realistic pattern for determining and conference the needs of her patients.The state of the study consists of nurses occupied in various wards and special wholes in NAUTH.  Demographic data was assembled using a pre-proven, self-report questionnaire, and accused' responses to questions about potential influences on the nursing process were written.  The hypothesis was proven using Chi-square reasoning at significant level of 0.05.Out of the workgroup of 143 nurses majority (76.2%) destitute fully executed nursing process in routine care of clients. Only 23.8% have executed nursing process fully. 65% of the nurses recognized lack of cooperation with nurses as the major hindrance to implementation of tending process, majority of respondents (74.1%) afterward suggested arrangement of regular restore workshops as a habit to impacting and promoting the necessary knowledge of realistic use of nursing process so that avert the identified question. Majority of the respondents (74.1%) in systematizing regular restore workshop trainings will help to advance the implementation of nursing process in NAUTH.In NAUTH, the gaining nourishment by suckling process is still being extensively achieved in the everyday customer care. The supervision of underlings as they follow the nursing process must be a needing immediate attention for nurse supervisors.

Author(s) Details:

Michael Nnaemeka Ajemba,
Faculty of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.

Perpetua Ngozi Eze,
Department of Nursing Science, University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus, Enugu State, Nigeria.

Ebube Chinwe Arene,
Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria.

Chinemerem Henry Ugo,
Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria.

Robert Chibueze Osuji,
Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria.

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Evaluation on Seawater Quality of Mayalibit Strait, West Papua, Indonesia | Chapter 9 | Novel Perspectives of Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences Vol. 7

 The Mayalibit Strait is situated on Waigeo Island. This strait is approximately small and narrow, and is the only strait that links the Mayalibit bay accompanying the open sea. This strait is a angling ground for local residents. The proposed of this study is to popular the seawater characteristic in relationship with mariculture of sea organism and travel area. Seawater samples were taken utilizing a water sampler at 8 stations, that is determined by GPS. Seawater quality resolved are pH (acidity), discontinued oxygen (DO), phosphate, nitrate, silicate, and contaminant polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAHs). The results accompanied that the seawater condition still in in lined with the tests state by seawater kind guideline, exception PAHs were gived that criteria for sea organism life and travel area.

Author(s) Details:

Edward,
RCO, National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Jl. Pasir Putih I, Ancol Timur, Jakarta, Indonesia.

Helfinalis,
RCO, National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Jl. Pasir Putih I, Ancol Timur, Jakarta, Indonesia.

Y. Witasari,
RCLWR, National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Jl. Raya Jakarta-Bogor Km.46 Cibinong, Bogor, Indonesia.

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Designing a Typical Course-File for the Attainment of Course Outcomes and Program Outcomes: A Case Study of Computer Networks and Security | Chapter 6 | Recent Progress in Science and Technology Vol. 9

 Even though Outcome-located Education (OBE) is an optimistic foundation to offer quality instruction by institutions and universities, the boom of OBE model depends on how the syllabus design and delivery bridges school and industry accompanying contemporary information, skills, and attitude and authorizes the graduates to contribute to change, develop progressive skills and reach the institution with professional ethics. Undoubtedly, Universities continually play the role of transfering students. In this direction, the OBE program needs expected built generally on curriculum design accompanying effective teaching-knowledge processes involving key stake owners so that graduates gain the required attributes and abilities at the end of the program. The killing of the curriculum has to be projected in terms of the wholes of the curriculum named the courses that are to be executed with proper design, childbirth, assessment, judgment, reinforcement of Teaching/Learning Processes (TLP), and constant improvement to achieve clearly established outcomes.This chapter presents the conventional template for fine-bringing into harmony the course design that serves as a course file to document the blueprint of the process of demand, assessment, and judgment within the foundation of the OBE and how the expected consequences are met.In other words, this Chapter is an attempt to design a conventional course file format in accordance with the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) that consists of various documents required for the exercise of OBE at the course level including the evidence for cooperative/creative methods achieved, performance study and remedial inputs, OBE CO achievement report, and other essentials.

Author(s) Details:

Arun Kumar B.R.,
Department of Computer Science and Engineering, BMS Institute of Technology and Management, Doddaballapura Main Road, Avalahalli, Yelahanka, Bengaluru-560064, Karnataka, India.

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Process Evaluation of Secondary Prevention by Structured Semi-Interactive Stroke Prevention Package in India| Chapter 10 | Perspective of Recent Advances in Medical Research Vol. 2

 Smoking is individual of the major causes of mortality general with any of 8 million reported dying each year. Smokers are more prone to zealous and bacterial respiratory contaminations like chronic obstructive pulmonary ailment (COPD) resulting in acute respiring failure and stated to have higher mortality rates in the former outbreak of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV). Smoking was found to have a statistically important relationship accompanying the severity of severe severe respiratory syndrome-coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) effects among sufferers, including ICU admission, smokestack for building use, and higher mortality rates. The larger expression of the angiotensin-changing enzyme-2 (ACE2) receptor, a novel site of SARS-CoV-2 adhesiveness that causes COVID-19 infection in humans, with smokers further supported this link and established them in the zone of exposure for SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Author(s) Details:

Shweta Jain Verma,
Department of Neurology, Christian Medical College, Ludhiana, Punjab, India.

Puja Gulati,
School of Pharmacy, Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh, Punjab, India.

Himani Khatter,
Department of Neurology, Christian Medical College, Ludhiana, Punjab, India.

Deepti Arora,
Department of Neurology, Christian Medical College, Ludhiana, Punjab, India.s

Aneesh Dhasan,
Department of Neurology, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.

Meenakshi Sharma,
Non-Communicable Diseases Section, Indian Council of Medical Research, New Delhi, India.

P. N. Sylaja,
Department of Neurology, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.

Jeyaraj Durai Pandian,
Department of Neurology, Christian Medical College, Ludhiana, Punjab, India.

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Quality Evaluation of Selected Drug in Pharmaceutical Formulations by Spectrophotometric Estimation of Imatinib Mesylate in Pure and Tablet Dosage Form| Chapter 7 | Current Overview on Pharmaceutical Science Vol. 1

 For the decision of imatinib mesylate in both allure pure and tablet measure forms, a simple and impressionable spectrophotometric approach has been settled. Imatinib mesylate is a white crystalline powder. The submitted approach is founded on the calculation of ultraviolet light absorption in water purified by distillation. The UV spectrum of Imatinib mesylate in distilled water displayed λmax at 256 nm. Beer’s standard is valid in the aggregation range of 2-12 μg/ml. In terms of precision, veracity, ruggedness, and strength, this method has been corroborated. The procedure is reproducible and discriminating for the estimation of the likely drug, according to statistical reasoning.

Author(s) Details:

Kumar Raja Jayavarapu,
Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis, Mother Teresa Pharmacy College, Sathupally-507303, India.

V. D. Sundar,
Research Labs, GIET School of Pharmacy, Rajahmundry-533294, AP, India.

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Field Evaluation of Selected Insecticides and Botanical against Mustard Aphid, Lipaphis erysimi (Kalt.) on Mustard, Brassica juncea L.: An Experimental Investigation| Chapter 9 | Newest Updates in Agriculture and Veterinary Science Vol. 1

 A field experiment was completed activity at Central Research Farm [CRF], SHUATS, Naini, Prayagraj during the Rabi season. Six situations were examinedagainst Lipaphis erysimi. i.e. Fipronil 5% SC @ 0.5ml/lit, Difenthurion 50% WP @ 0.20g/illuminated, Profenophos 50% EC @ 1ml/lit, Thiamethoxam 25% WG @ 0.25g/illuminated, Imidacloprid 17.8% SL @ 0.5ml/lit and NSKE 5% @ 5ml/illuminated were evaluated against mustard bug Lipaphis erysimi. Mustard aphid is the main constraint responsible for depressed yield as well as inferior seed, that is considered as key factor in lowering mustard result and can cause yield loss until 90% . Among the various treatments, rude population of flavoring aphid was written in Imidacloprid 17.8% SL (22.82). The plot treated with Imidacloprid 17.8% SL (24.6 q/ha) written highest yield with different treatments understood by Thiamethoxam 25% WG (21.8 q/ha), Difenthurion 50% WP (18.2 q/ha), Fipronil 5% SC (16.4 q/ha), Profenophos 50% EC (14.3 q/ha) and NSKE 5% (13.5 q/ha) as compared to the control plot (9.2 q/ha). Among the situations, the best and most economical therapy was Imidacloprid 17.8% SL (1:7.24) followed by Thiamethoxam 25% WG (1:6.43), Difenthurion 50% WP (1:5.24), Fipronil 5% SC (1:4.64), Profenophos 50% EC (1:3.94) and NSKE 5% (1:3.90) as distinguished to control plot (1:2.83).

Author(s) Details:

Chichadi Eswara Praveen Raju,
Department of Entomology, SHUATS, Prayagraj, India.

Anoorag R. Tayde,
Department of Entomology, SHUATS, Prayagraj, India.

Suman Mohanty,
Department of Entomology, SHUATS, Prayagraj, India.

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A Brief Description on OSCE- Objective Structured Clinical Examination| Chapter 4 | Current Practice in Medical Science Vol. 7

 

 OSCE is an inspecting interaction which is evenhanded and fair-minded. The attributes, parts and importance are drilled down. Highlights like impressive skill, relational abilities, clinical abilities and so on, can be surveyed here. The jobs and obligations of the educator/facilitator previously, during and after OSCE are made sense of exhaustively. This assessment framework is generally followed all around the world in nursing and clinical calling to show the clinical capability and furthermore to get enrolled as Nurses in numerous nations abroad.

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Pauline Sharmila,
Department of Pediatric Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, SGT University, Haryana, India.

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Study about Fabrication and Evaluation of Different Thermal Barrier Coating Systems | Chapter 06 | Research Developments in Science and Technology Vol. 1

 Using vitreous enamelling and atmospheric plasma spraying (APS) processes, a new thermal barrier coating (TBC) system with an 8-YSZ top coat, glass-ceramic bond coat, and nimonic supper alloy substrate was created. The APS process was used to create a conventional TBC system consisting of an 8-YSZ top coat, a NiCoCrAlY bond coat, and a nimonic supper alloy substrate. The purpose of this research was to evaluate the thermal cycle performance of glass-ceramic bonded TBC systems to traditional TBC systems. X-ray diffraction analysis for phase identification, scanning electron microscopy for microstructural inspection, energy dispersive X-ray analysis for elemental composition determination, and a Vickers hardness tester for hardness evaluation were used to evaluate both TBC systems. Both TBC systems were also subjected to heat cycling testing at 1000oC for 250 hours using both air and water quenching methods. When comparing the glass-ceramic bond coated TBC system to the standard TBC system, a more gradual transition in microhardness values was discovered, indicating that the new TBC system will provide more reliable performance. Thermal cycling at 1000oC revealed that both TBC systems were stable under air quenching testing for 250 cycles, however coating spallation was seen in water quenching tests for 150 cycles for both TBC systems. Furthermore, the old TBC system showed considerable oxidative weight gain, whereas the new TBC system did not.

Author(S) Details

Poulomi Mukherjee
Bio-ceramics and Coating Division, CSIR-Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute (CSIR-CGCRI), Kolkata-700 032, India.

Pallabi Roy
Bio-ceramics and Coating Division, CSIR-Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute (CSIR-CGCRI), Kolkata-700 032, India and Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), CSIR-Human Resource Development Centre, (CSIR-HRDC) Campus, Postal Staff College Area, Sector 19, Kamla Nehru Nagar, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh- 201 002, India.

Sumana Ghosh
Bio-ceramics and Coating Division, CSIR-Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute (CSIR-CGCRI), Kolkata-700 032, India.

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