ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2021
Exploring the Usage and Advantages of Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) in Education Sector: Milieu from the University of Dhaka, Bangladesh
Md. Owaliur Rahman Akanda, Rahul Chandra Shaha, Ankhi Rani
Page no 221-230 |
10.36348/jaep.2021.v05i07.007
Of late, world are getting change with the help of technology. Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) is such a technology which have swifter the changes as well as become familiar in every possible sector. Henceforth, WLANs are rapidly used in the education sector for its’ numerous advantages. Plenty of budget and planning are distributed for upholding digital skills amongst the students by using WLANs in the education especially higher education. But it is yet unidentified to the higher education authorities either WLANs effects’ good or bad on students. Present study has explored the usage and advantages of using WLANs in education sector from the context of the University of Dhaka. The study followed by convergent parallel mixed method (Creswell, 2012) using semi-structured interview schedule for the faculty member and administrative personnel, semi- structured questionnaire and FGD for the students. The data was analysed using both simple statistics e.g. percentage, average etc. and thematic analysis. Result of the study revealed that most of (in 18% cases) students use WLAN in campus for their entertainment. On the other hand, this study also discovered that students of Dhaka University get three major advantages e.g. (i) a platform for education, (ii) self-development and (iii) ‘By-product’ advantages in using on campus WLAN. Finally, some recommendations are provided on the basis of the findings.
REVIEW ARTICLE | July 29, 2021
Practical Teaching Strategies of Implementing Moral Education in British & American Culture Teaching
Yang Liu, Dali Niu
Page no 216-220 |
10.36348/jaep.2021.v05i07.006
Fostering students’ integrity and promoting their integrated development are the fundamental task of education, which could be completed with the method of implementing moral education. Having the functions of both humanistic education and all-rounded education, the English major curriculum should with no exception undertake the above-mentioned task. This paper illustrates how to implement moral education in the teaching of British & American culture and puts forward measures from three aspects of integrating moral education into teaching objectives, teaching contents and a teacher’s speeches and behaviors, so as to maximize the cultivation of all-rounded talents in the course of British & American culture.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 29, 2021
Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices of Healthcare Professionals on COVID-19 and Risk Assessment to Prevent the Epidemic Spread at Tertiary Care Hospitals Lahore
Rabeeya Ameen, Ayesha Qadeer, Farzana Kausar, Uzma Firdous, Perveen Ismat
Page no 107-116 |
10.36348/sijap.2021.v04i07.005
A Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is the newly developed respiratory disease that is caused by a novel coronavirus which was first testified in Wuhan, China in December 2019. (Hussain et al., 2020) The common clinical manifestations of this highly infectious disease, fever, dry cough, tiredness and less common symptoms are aches, pain, sore throat, diarrhea, conjunctivitis, headache, loss of taste or smell, a rash on skin, or discoloration of fingers or toes. The most Serious symptoms which can put the patient in life threatening condition are difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, chest pain or pressure, loss of speech or movement (WHO, 2020) The health care workers' adherence to the recommended measures taken to prevent trans mission are inevitable to minimize the increasing number of COVID-19 cases. This can be achieved by enhancing knowledge, positive attitudes, and infection control practices of the frontline workers (Ejeh et al., 2020). Objective: The objective of the present study was to access the knowledge, attitude, and practices of healthcare professionals on covid-19 and risk assessment to prevent the epidemic spread at tertiary care hospitals Lahore. Methodology: A cross sectional study design was selected. Information was collected about demographic characteristics and knowledge, attitude and practice. SPSS were used for data collection. Results: A sample of 200 healthcare workers was collected from four different tertiary care hospitals. A descriptive statistic was applied on data. In descriptive analysis frequency tables and graph were used to represent research findings of total sampled population majority respondents were females (98.5%) between the age of 20-25 years (39%). Most of the respondents were unmarried (62%), (94%) staff nurses. Conclusion: This study concluded that Health care professionals are the frontline workers dealing with the covid-19. In this study nurses had a good knowledge, positive attitude and practice regarding covid -19. In contrast, training programs can improve the understanding of risk and prevention strategies regarding covid 19.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 29, 2021
Increasing Soil P and Yield of Upland Rice through Application Phosphate Solubilizing Microbes
Betty Natalie Fitriatin, Emma Trinurani Sofyan, Tien Turmuktini
Page no 163-167 |
10.36348/sjls.2021.v06i07.007
Phosphate solubilizing microbes (PSM) are beneficial soil microbes that they have the ability to dissolve unavailable soil P into available and can mineralize organic P into inorganic P. The experiment was conducted to study the effect of phosphate solubilizing microbes on soil P, yield of upland rice plants and the efficiency of P fertilizer on marginal soil. Design experiment of Randomized Block Design (RBD) was used in field experiment, consisted of two factors and three replications. Phosphate solubilizing microbe as the first factor consisted two levels i.e without and with PSM (a mixture of Pseudomonas sp. and Penicillium sp.). While the second factor was P fertilizer consists four levels ((0, 50, 75 and 100 kg P2O5 ha-1). The result of experiment showed that PSM improved soil phosphatase activity and yield of upland rice on marginal soil. Phosphate solubilizing microbe increased soil organic P mineralization was characterized by a decrease in organic P. Inoculation of PSM with phosphate fertilizer dose of 75 kg P2O5 ha-1 (75% recommended dose) gave best effect to soil phosphatase activity, soil P status and yield of upland rice in marginal soil.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 27, 2021
First Trimester Subchorionic Hematoma and Outcome of Pregnancy
Hevee Zendin Ali, Srwa Khalid Ismail
Page no 297-303 |
10.36348/sijog.2021.v04i07.003
Background and objective: Defined as the collection of blood between the chorionic membrane and the uterine wall, subchorionic hematoma can be associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes and even miscarriage. The present study was carried out in order to evaluate the effects of first-trimester subchorionic hematoma on pregnancy outcomes. Patients and methods: The present study was an observational prospective case-control study which was conducted on 200 pregnant women in Erbil teaching hospital, Erbil, Iraq over a period of one year from April 2019 to April 2020. The women were assigned into two groups, a case group consisting of 100 women with subchorionic hematoma and a control group including 100 women without subchorionic hematoma. Required data were collected based on the women’s full history and examination. The collected data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS version 25.0). Results: age of most of women in our study was between 20-30 years old, although we couldn’t find any association between subchorionic hematoma and age of the woman. Most of the cases (97%) and controls (95%) did not smoke (p-value=0.721). The cases and controls were not significantly different in terms of miscarriage, most of them did not have miscarriage (p-value=0.182). The results revealed a significant association between current miscarriage and history of previous miscarriage (p-value<0.001). The cases and controls were not significantly different in terms of 2nd and 3rd trimester vaginal bleeding, mode of delivery, intrauterine fetal death, newborn admission to NCU, congenital anomalies, age, parity, Apgar score in first minute, and Apgar score in 5th minute (p-value>0.05). However, they were significantly different regarding their birth weight (p-value=0.12). Conclusion: There are no significant correlations between having subchorionic hematoma and miscarriage; however, the odds of miscarriage are slightly higher in women with subchorionic hematoma. Newborns of women with subchorionic hematoma generally have a lower birth weight.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 27, 2021
Effects of Taxpayer Behavior Moderation on Taxes Reporting Systems
Zuhal Maftuh Ahnan
Page no 312-320 |
10.36348/sjef.2021.v05i07.007
The purpose of this research is to examine the factors that influence the application of the electronic tax filing system (e-filing) of taxes in the order of adaptation of policies by the developing government wherein Indonesia relies on a self-assessment system (SAS) which implements voluntary compliance by taxpayers. Using the theory of planned behavior, the technology acceptance model (TAM) as a theoretical basis, this study looks at the effects of taxpayer compliance (TC), perceived usefulness of function (PU), taxpayer satisfaction (US), and taxpayer behavior (BI) in Indonesia in single study. This study is cross-sectional and correlational. Data were collected through a questionnaire survey of 298 taxpayers. Data were analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences. This study is cross-sectional and correlational. Data collected through a questionnaire survey of 298 taxpayers. Data were analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences. The results show that taxpayer satisfaction, perceived usefulness of taxpayers functions, and behavior contribute to tax compliance by 25.25%, that taxpayer satisfaction and taxpayer behavior are significant predictors of tax compliance and taxpayer behavior strengthens the moderating relationship between taxpayer satisfaction and tax compliance. At the same time, the perception of the usefulness of the function does not have a significant value on tax compliance. Given that this study was cross-sectional, monitoring changes in behavior over time was not possible. The results are helpful for policymakers and taxpayers in Indonesia. To the researchers knowledge, this is the first study to examine the contribution of perceived usefulness of function, taxpayer satisfaction, and taxpayer behavior of taxpayer compliance.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 27, 2021
Mycosis Fungoides in UAE
Hamodat Mowafak M, Al Maashari Raghda S, Al Zaabi Eiman
Page no 258-260 |
10.36348/sjpm.2021.v06i07.006
Primary cutaneous lymphomas (PCL) are defined as extranodal non-Hodgkin Lymphomas [1]. Among the cutaneous lymphomas, nearly two-thirds are of the T cell type with Mycosis Fungoides (MF) being the most common T cell lymphoma (CTCL) [1]. We will be reviewing the incidence, risk factors, prognostic factors, radiology findings, staging and treatment of the disease. To our knowledge this is the first study of its kind to be conducted in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
CASE REPORT | July 27, 2021
Systemic Scleroderma Revealed by Cardiac Tamponade: A Case Report
Chraibi Hamza, Ouaouicha Hind, Ben Brahim Walid, Lakhal Zouhair, Benyass Aatif, Loudiyi Nadia, Mouine Najat
Page no 326-329 |
10.36348/sjmps.2021.v07i07.007
In systemic scleroderma, pericardial involvement is usually silent and benign. Symptomatic pericarditis is rare and cardiac tamponade even more so. We report the case of a 56-year-old woman presenting with cardiac tamponade and whose etiologic investigation concluded to a final diagnosis of limited cutaneous systemic scleroderma. Clinicians should be wary of this diagnosis when dealing with acute-onset pericarditis.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 27, 2021
Create a 3D Model for University of Baghdad Based on Aerial Photos
Ahmed Kareem Jebur
Page no 139-146 |
10.36348/sjce.2021.v05i06.002
This paper includes the use of aerial images captured by a metric camera to build digital 3D models because these models have evolved greatly and increased the demands to meet the requirements of many applications. The reliability of these models depends mainly on the data processing methods, the approved tools for the solution, and the data quality. Where the automatic method was used in this research to process data, determine the three-dimensional coordinates and extract the three-dimensional model. Several programs can be used to process data and determine 3D coordinates such as Agisoft Photoscan. The results were evaluated on the basis of statistical methods in order to assess the accuracy and reliability of the results of the Agisoft Photoscan software for exact 3D modeling applications. To that aim, the study was carried out by an airborne metric camera with a height of 457 m at the University of Baghdad in Baghdad City. The evaluation was carried out based on the height of several buildings in the study area to assess the accuracy of the final 3D digital model. Whereas the overall accuracy of the 3D model dependent on the RMSE was (0.3014 m).
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 27, 2021
The Influence of Mobile Banking, Company Size, Credit Risk on Indonesian Banking Financial Performance
Joshua Caturputra Thio, Meina Wulansari Yusniar
Page no 256-267 |
10.36348/sjbms.2021.v06i07.005
The Influence of Mobile Banking, Company Size, Credit Risk on Indonesian Banking Financial Performance. Case Study on Conventional Banking Companies Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange 2016 - 2020. The purpose of this study is to analyze the effect of mobile banking, company’s size and credit risk on the financial performance of Indonesian banks based on Return on Assets (ROA), Return on Equity (ROE) and Operating Costs to Operating Income (BOPO) in banking companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2016 – 2020. The type of research used is explanatory research, with the unit of analysis in this study covering research variables consisting of Mobile Banking, company size and Credit risk or Non Performing Loan (NPL) as independent variables, Return on Assets, Return on Equity and Operating Costs to Operating Income as the dependent variable, which is obtained from the financial statements of banks listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the period 2016 – 2020. The sample of this research is 20 banks. The analytical techniques used in this study are path analysis and multiple regression analysis. The results of the study indicate that mobile banking has no significant effect on the financial performance of Indonesian banks. The other independent variables measured using firm size and NPL have a significant effect on the financial performance of Indonesian banks which are measured using ROA, ROE, BOPO.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 25, 2021
The Use of OSCEs in Nursing Education: A Review Paper
Arwa A. AL-Hamed
Page no 183-188 |
10.36348/sjnhc.2021.v04i07.005
Background: Objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs) are effective clinical evaluation method. In nursing education OSCEs have been used in a limited way with few reports at the graduate level. Objective: This paper is a review of the literature presenting the advantages and disadvantages of using OSCEs in advanced nursing education. Method: Nine studies from advanced practice education and eight studies in undergraduate education were reviewed for advantages and disadvantaged of OSCEs/SPs. Results: OSCEs are objective, valid, reliable and offer opportunities for students to practice wide range of clinical skills. However, OSCEs are expensive and constitute a source of anxiety among students. Nevertheless, students valued the OSCE experience and educators confirmed that its benefits outweigh its cost. Conclusion: The advantages of the OSCEs are greatly supported in the literature. However, OSCEs are better used in addition to, not to replace, the currently used methods.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 24, 2021
Synthesis, Characterization and Applications of Mono Azo, o-o Metal Complex Dyes of Cr(III), Fe(II), Co(II) and Cu(II)
Nasir Abbas, Noor Hassan, Zobia Yaseen, Komal Saeed, Faiqa Mustafa, Saira Irshad, Muhammad Nadeem Akhtar
Page no 127-140 |
10.36348/sijcms.2021.v04i06.002
Diazo compounds of 2-aminobenzoic acid with H-acid and 4-Napsa as coupler and their metal complexes were synthesized and characterized by various spectroscopic techniques like UV, FT-IR, NMR and colorimetric studies. The color data analysis showed their active participation towards the fastness properties on fabric twils. The resultant dyes were then screened against gram negative, positive bacterial and fungal strains which gave promising results.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 24, 2021
Quality of Life in Children: A Concept Analysis
Arwa A. AL-Hamed
Page no 178-182 |
10.36348/sjnhc.2021.v04i07.004
Background: The burden of living with pediatric end-stage renal disease (ESRD) impacts quality of life (QOL), a concept that has been commonly associated with adherence, morbidity, and health outcomes. There are many definitions for QOL but they rarely take the pediatric perspective into consideration and they may not apply perfectly to Muslim and Arabic societies. Objectives: The aim of this paper is to clarify the concept of QOL and identify the conceptualizations behind it and to provide some insights to QOL research in children and in the Arab world. Results: The defining attributes of QOL include the level of satisfaction, the individual perception of well-being, and the life domains. QOL is defined as a subjective evaluation of satisfaction of well-being across life domains based on individual perception of life in the context of culture, values, and beliefs. The antecedents of QOL include cognitive capacity, basic functioning ability, and life events. The consequences of QOL include happiness and goals accomplishment. QOL is measured using generic and disease specific measures which ask individuals to rate their satisfaction with life domains such as physical, emotional, social, and vocational. In children, QOL measures consider developmental changes, cognitive abilities, and parent-proxy reports. In the Arab world, QOL is rarely defined or measured from an Arabic and Islamic perspective. Conclusion: All attempts must be made to address QOL from a cultural, linguistic, and developmental standpoint that can reflect the complex nature of QOL in the pediatric population.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 24, 2021
Pedagogical Challenges and Opportunities during COVID-19 Pandemic: Perspectives from the Prospective Teachers and Teacher Educators
Rajkumar Nanaware, Neha Sharma, Rajkumar Nanaware
Page no 205-215 |
10.36348/jaep.2021.v05i07.005
The present quantitative survey study comprising primary source of data conducted in southern state of India during the first wave and first quarter of COVID-19 pandemic to investigate the Teacher Educators’ and Prospective Teachers’ presuppositions, beliefs, and emotions on the sudden switch on to the online mode of teaching. During the precautionary lockdown, everything came to a halt and the education sector was not an exception and could not be separated. It looked initially the teachers themselves appeared apprehensive about the platforms and techniques of online teaching. It was the biggest challenge for the teachers to convince themselves first and get on to the job. The sole idea was not only to compare the two different ways of teaching (online and face to face) but also to investigate the lessons learnt by Teacher Educators and Teacher Trainees in this regard and its implications to higher education pedagogy along with the administrative and tech-savvy skills.An Opinionnaire comprising two sets each for prospective teachers and teacher educators were designed and data collected through online from 144 Prospective Teachers and Teacher Educators based on emotions, their motives for participation in the academic vis-a-vis curricular programs and the support system provided by the Management in Teaching-Learning Processes.The analysis indicated that the virtual mode successfully helped all teacher educators and prospective teachers to improve upon and transform online teaching into interactive TLP and expected learning outcome-based teaching through various online platforms during COVID-19 pandemic.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 24, 2021
Digital Panoramic Radiographs- A Tool for Evaluating Position of Mental Foramen in North Indian Population
Berjina Farooq Naqshi, Shazia Bashir Shah, Sangeeta Gupta, Adil Bashir
Page no 104-106 |
10.36348/sijap.2021.v04i07.004
Background: Termination of the mandibular canal is called the mental foramen. During surgical procedures and during anaesthesia in the mandibular region, identification of the correct position of mental foramen is important to prevent any trauma to vessels and nerve. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted on 100 digital panoramic radiographs. These radiographs were collected from the Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Government Dental College, Srinagar. The position of mental foramen was recorded by Anshumen et al., Results: It was observed that in 42% right and 41%left sides of individuals mental foramen was in line with second premolar. Between first and second premolars, 26% right and 31% left sides. Between second premolar and first molar 20% right and 17% left sides. Mental foramen in line with mesio buccal root of first molar 8% right and 6% left sides.4% right and 5% left sides in line with first premolar and none was seen anterior to first premolar. Conclusion: The knowledge of the position of the mental foramen is very important for surgeries. Careful identification of mental foramen can help in giving successful anaesthesia to the patient.