Improving the Ability to Develop Scientific Articles among Physics Teachers

Abstract There have been training scientific articles online for physics teachers. The purpose of this activity is to (1) improve Physics teachers in the ability to create scientific articles and (2) increase the number of scientific articles written by Physics teachers. Seventy-five physics teachers in Mojokerto attended the training. They implemented online by forming a synchronous meeting zoom class and continued with asynchronous assistance using WhatsApp group facilities. The success of this training workshop is evaluated using an assessment of the resulting article and a questionnaire of the trainee’s response to the implementation of training activities. Scientific articles that have been obtained are included in the review process and have been revised to meet the criteria to be published in scientific journals. The article have been prepared aspects of the assessment of articles compiled by Physics teachers include titles and identities, abstracts, introductions, theoretical foundations, results and discussions, conclusions, and bibliography. The articles compiled have met the criteria well, with an average score of 87. The results of the trainee response questionnaire showed that 67 % strongly agreed and 33 % agreed. It shows that there is still a need to increase the quantity and quality of articles compiled by physics teachers.

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Improving the peer-review process and editorial quality: key errors escaping the review and editorial process in top scientific journals

PeerJ ◽

10.7717/peerj.1670 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 4 ◽

pp. e1670 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

Antoni Margalida ◽

Mª Àngels Colomer

Keyword(s):

Peer Review ◽

Journal Impact Factor ◽

Review Process ◽

Peer Review Process ◽

Temporal Trends ◽

Progressive Increase ◽

Impact Factors ◽

Scientific Journals ◽

Journal Impact

We apply a novel mistake index to assess trends in the proportion of corrections published between 1993 and 2014 inNature,Scienceand PNAS. The index revealed a progressive increase in the proportion of corrections published in these three high-quality journals. The index appears to be independent of the journal impact factor or the number of items published, as suggested by a comparative analyses among 16 top scientific journals of different impact factors and disciplines. A more detailed analysis suggests that the trend in the time-to-correction increased significantly over time and also differed among journals (Nature233 days;Science136 days; PNAS 232 days). A detailed review of 1,428 errors showed that 60% of corrections were related to figures, authors, references or results. According to the three categories established, 34.7% of the corrections were consideredmild, 47.7%moderateand 17.6%severe,also differing among journals. Errors occurring during the printing process were responsible for 5% of corrections inNature, 3% inScienceand 18% in PNAS. The measurement of the temporal trends in the quality of scientific manuscripts can assist editors and reviewers in identifying the most common mistakes, increasing the rigor of peer-review and improving the quality of published scientific manuscripts.

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KREASI KREATIF MENGGUNAKAN BAHAN KERTAS KADO DENGAN TEKNIK ANYAMAN PADA PEMBELAJARAN SENI BUDAYA DAN KETERAMPILAN DI SDN 26 PARAK BURUK DAN SDN 53 KAMPUNG JAMBAK KEC. KOTO TANGAH

Gorga Jurnal Seni Rupa ◽

10.24114/gr.v7i2.11855 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 7 (2) ◽

pp. 252

Author(s):

Eliya Pebriyeni ◽

Lisa Widiarti

Keyword(s):

Learning Activities ◽

Learning Material ◽

Scientific Journals ◽

Training Workshop ◽

Learning Materials ◽

Counseling Training ◽

Implementation Team ◽

Cultural Arts ◽

Materials Used

AbstrakGuru yang mengajarkan materi pembelajaran untuk Seni Budaya dan Keterampilan, bahan yang digunakan biasanya masih berorientasi pada bahan buatan pabrik yang diperdagangkan. Namun, ternyata bahan yang digunakan sebagai bahan praktis dapat menggunakan bahan dari berbagai jenis kertas yang digunakan sebagai karya. Bahan kertas yang digunakan sebagai pekerjaan dapat diproses menggunakan teknik anyaman. Bahan kertas yang dapat digunakan sebagai karya termasuk: kertas plastik, kertas koran, kertas majalah, kertas HVS, kertas manila, kertas kado, dan sebagainya. Penggunaan kertas kado dalam membuat karya yang nantinya akan diolah menggunakan teknik anyaman sebagai bahan pembelajaran untuk Seni Budaya dan Keterampilan memberikan banyak manfaat, Selain tujuan pembelajaran dapat dicapai, juga dapat mendidik siswa untuk dapat menggunakan objek yang ada di lingkungan. Prioritas masalah ditetapkan oleh Tim pelaksana bersama dengan Kepala SDN 26 Parak Buruk dan SDN 53 Kampung Jambak Padang. Masalah yang harus dipecahkan dilihat dari dua aspek kegiatan pembelajaran, yaitu: (1) manajemen materi praktik pembelajaran, (2) penguasaan dan penerapan bahan pembelajaran untuk Seni Budaya dan Keterampilan. Pembenaran utama dalam menentukan masalah yang harus dipecahkan adalah untuk meningkatkan kualitas pembelajaran dalam Seni Budaya dan Keterampilan di sekolah dasar. Prioritas masalah ditetapkan oleh Tim pelaksana bersama dengan Kepala SDN 26 Parak Buruk dan SDN 53 Kampung Jambak Padang. Masalah yang harus dipecahkan dilihat dari dua aspek kegiatan pembelajaran, yaitu: (1) manajemen materi praktik belajar, (2) penguasaan dan penerapan materi pembelajaran Seni Budaya dan Keterampilan. Pembenaran utama dalam menentukan masalah yang harus dipecahkan adalah untuk meningkatkan kualitas pembelajaran dalam Seni Budaya dan Keterampilan di sekolah dasar. Kegiatan pemecahan masalah dilakukan dengan pendekatan: Desain, konseling, pelatihan / lokakarya, dan implementasi. Sampai laporan kemajuan ini disiapkan, kegiatan target yang telah dicapai adalah: (1) Ada peningkatan pemahaman guru SDN Mitra di: Memahami konsep, konsep, dan proses pembuatan karya dengan menggunakan bahan kertas pembungkus dengan teknik tenunan dari 40% hingga 78%. (2) Produk yang dihasilkan berupa: (a) media pembelajaran dan model kerja, (b) identifikasi bahan praktikum dari kertas kado yang ada di lingkungan siswa, (c) kerajinan yang terbuat dari bahan sampah, yaitu kertas kado. Tahap selanjutnya dari rencana adalah melakukan kegiatan: Menulis artikel dan mengirim artikel ke jurnal ilmiah.Kata Kunci: praktikum, kertas kado, anyamanAbstractTeachers who teach learning materials for Cultural Arts and Skills, the materials used are usually still oriented to the factory-made materials that are traded. However, it turns out that the materials used as practical materials can use materials from various types of paper that are used as works. The paper material used as the work can be processed using woven techniques. Paper materials that can be used as works include: plastic paper, newsprint, magazine paper, HVS paper, manila paper, wrapping paper and so on. The use of gift paper in making works that will later be processed using woven techniques as learning material for Cultural Arts and Skills provides multiple benefits, besides learning objectives can be achieved, it can also educate students to be able to use objects that are in the environment. Priority issues were set by the Implementation Team together with the Head of SDN 26 Parak Buruk and SDN 53 Kampung Jambak Padang. Problems to be solved are seen from two aspects of learning activities, namely: (1) management of learning practice materials, (2) mastery and application of learning materials for Cultural Arts and Skills. The main justification in determining the problems to be solved is to improve the quality of learning in Cultural Arts and Skills in elementary schools. Problem solving activities are carried out with an approach: Design, counseling, training / workshop, and implementation. Until this progress report is prepared, the target activities that have been achieved are: (1) There is an increase in understanding of SDN Mitra teachers in: Understanding the concepts, concepts, and processes of making work by using wrapping paper materials with woven techniques from 40% to 78%.(2) Produced products in the form of: (a) learning media and work models, (b) identification of practicum material from wrapping paper that is in the student's environment, (c) handicrafts made from waste material, namely gift paper. The next stage of the plan is to carry out activities: Writing articles and sending articles to scientific journals. Keywords: practicum, wrapping paper, webbing

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PENGEMBANGAN MODUL FISIKA MATERI GERAK PARABOLA BERBASIS GENERATIVE LEARNING

Prosiding SNFA (Seminar Nasional Fisika dan Aplikasinya) ◽

10.20961/prosidingsnfa.v4i0.38508 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 4 ◽

pp. 186

Author(s):

Destia Mareta Dyah Santoso ◽

Winarti Winarti

Keyword(s):

Learning Strategy ◽

Excellent Result ◽

The Self ◽

Average Score ◽

Generative Learning ◽

Test Technique ◽

Physics Teachers ◽

Study Results ◽

Self Learning

Abstract:. Generative learning is a learning strategy with constructivism approach, where the students have the opportunity to construct their own knowledge. The aims of this study is 1) to design a physics module based on generative learning for the topic of parabolic motion. 2) to know the quality of the physics module based on generative learning for the topic of parabolic motion. 3) to know students responses about the developed physics module. This study is an R&D research with procedures which adapts the development procedures of the 4D model, this model consists of define, design, develop, and disseminate. The data collecting technique in this study is the non-test technique with a questionnaires method. The instruments which used are validation sheets, module evaluation sheets, and students responses questionnaires. The result of this study are 1) it has been developed a physics module for the topic of parabolic motion based on generative learning 2) the quality oh physics module based on generative learning, based on the assessment of physics material experts, media experts, physics teachers has the excellent result with an average score 3,44; 3,66; and 3,64. And 3) the student’s responses in a limited test show that the average students give agreement to the developed product with average score 0,95. These study results show that a physics module based on generative learning for parabolic motion topic is suitable yo use for one of the self-learning references.Abstrak: Generative Learning merupakan strategi pembelajaran dengan pendekatan kontruktivisme, dimana peserta didik dapat memperoleh kesempatan untuk mengkontruksi pengetahuannya sendiri. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk 1) mendesain modul fisika berbasis generative learning pada materi pokok gerak parabola; 2) mengetahui kualitas modul fisika berbasis generative learning pada materi pokok gerak parabola; 3) mengetahui respon peserta didik terhadap modul fisika yang telah dikembangkan. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian R & D dengan prosedural yang mengadaptasi prosedur pengembangan perangkat model 4-D, yakni define, design, develop, dan disseminate. Teknik pengumpulan data penelitian ini adalah teknik non tes dengan metode angket. Adapun instrumen yang digunakan berupa lembar validasi, lembar penilaian modul, dan angket respon peserta didik. Hasil penelitian ini antara lain: 1) telah dihasilkan modul fisika materi gerak parabola berbasis generative learning; 2) kualitas modul fisika berbasis generative learning berdasarkan penilaian ahli materi, ahli media, dan guru fisika memiliki kategori Sangat Baik dengan skor rerata berturut-turut 3,44; 3,66; dan 3,64; dan 3) respon peserta didik pada uji terbatas menunjukkan bahwa rata-rata peserta didik menyatakan Setuju dengan adanya produk yang dikembangkan dengan skor rerata 0,98 dan respon peserta didik pada uji luas menunjukkan bahwa peserta didik menyatakan Setuju dengan adanya produk yang dikembangkan dengan skor rerata 0,95. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa modul fisika berbasis generative learning pada materi gerak parabola layak dijadikan sebagai salah satu sumber belajar mandiri.

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The Efforts to Increase Teachers' Competence in Establishing KKM Through Training Activities MTS Daarul Muhsinin Janji Manahan Kawat Kabupaten Labuhanbatu

Edunesia : Jurnal Ilmiah Pendidikan ◽

10.51276/edu.v2i3.187 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 2 (3) ◽

pp. 685-695

Author(s):

Hasan Basri

Keyword(s):

Action Research ◽

Positive Impact ◽

Qualitative Approach ◽

Quality Of Education ◽

Average Score ◽

Teacher Competence ◽

Teacher Competency ◽

Training Activities ◽

The Subject

KKM is the target of the education unit in achieving the competence of each subject. The education unit must make every effort to exceed the specified KKM. The success of achieving KKM is one of the benchmarks for the performance of the education unit in implementing educational programs. Education units with a high KKM and implemented responsibly can be a benchmark for the quality of education for the community. Therefore, there needs to be activities that can improve teacher competence in compiling KKM so that KKM in schools can really be measured and accounted. The method in this research is the action research method (action research). This study uses a qualitative approach. The subject of the study was the teacher of MTs Daarul Muhsinin in the area of the Ministry of Religion Office of Labuhan Batu Regency. The number of teachers who participated in this activity was 29 people. The results of the first cycle activities still cannot be said to be successful, this is because the average score of the teachers is still below 50 or less. In the second cycle, the training activities were followed up by providing practical assistance, in which the researcher and participants jointly set the minimum completeness criteria. In the second cycle, the results of determining the minimum completeness criteria for subjects prepared by the teacher increased sharply, this was evidenced by the teachers getting an average score of 85 or good. From the results of the study it can be concluded that there is an increase in teacher competence in determining minimum completeness criteria. In the first cycle the average teacher competency score was 25 or less, then increased to 85 or good. This means that training activities have a positive impact on increasing teacher competence in determining minimum completeness criteria.

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ACADEMY Journal 7(9), 2018

10.31219/osf.io/wdt3h ◽

2018 ◽

Author(s):

Liudmila Vyacheslavovna Fomina ◽

Саидова Феруза Бахтияровна

Keyword(s):

Review Process ◽

Final Decision ◽

Research Subjects ◽

Open File ◽

Specific Research ◽

Blind Review

"Journal of the Academy" isan international,peerreviewedmonthly journal. It is dedicated tothe publication of original scientific articles invarious academic disciplines.Articles that may be of interest to a wide rangeof researchers, welcome, and are not limited tothose who work on specific research subjects."Journal of the Academy" has an open file,according to which the published articles areavailable immediately after its publication, withthe exception of the embargo.ExpertiseThe magazine has a blind review process. Allarticles will initially be evaluated by the editor tomatch the magazine. The manuscripts that areconsidered suitable, are usually sent at leasttwo independent experts to evaluate thescientific quality of the article. The editor isresponsible for the final decision on whether toaccept or reject the article. Editor's decision isfinal.

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Judges and defendants

10.1093/oso/9780198799887.003.0005 ◽

2018 ◽

Author(s):

Gianfranco Pacchioni

Keyword(s):

Peer Review ◽

Review Process ◽

Social Cost ◽

Peer Review Process ◽

Scientific Journals ◽

Scientific Publications ◽

Contemporary Science ◽

The Social ◽

Pros And Cons ◽

Scientific Publishers

This chapter explores how validation of new results works in science. It also looks at the peer-review process, both pros and cons, as well as scientific communication, scientific journals, and scientific publishers. We give an assessment of the total number of existing journals with peer review. Other topics discussed include the phenomenon of open access, predatory journals and their impact on contemporary science, and the market of scientific publications. Finally, we touch on degenerative phenomena, such as the market of co-authors, bogus papers, and irrelevant and wrong studies, as well as the problem and the social cost of irreproducible results.

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Quality of Life of Brazilian Vegetarians Measured by the WHOQOL-BREF: Influence of Type of Diet, Motivation and Sociodemographic Data

Nutrients ◽

10.3390/nu13082648 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (8) ◽

pp. 2648

Author(s):

Shila Minari Hargreaves ◽

Eduardo Yoshio Nakano ◽

Heesup Han ◽

António Raposo ◽

Antonio Ariza-Montes ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Online Survey ◽

Well Being ◽

Vegetarian Diet ◽

The Other ◽

Average Score ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Domain 3 ◽

Domain 4

This study aimed to evaluate the general quality of life (QoL) of Brazilian vegetarians. A cross-sectional study was conducted with Brazilian vegetarian adults (18 years old and above). Individuals were recruited to participate in a nationwide online survey that comprised the WHOQOL-BREF as well as sociodemographic and characterization questions related to vegetarianism. The WHOQOL-BREF is composed of 24 items which are divided into four domains (domain 1: physical health; domain 2: psychological well-being; domain 3: social relationships; and domain 4: environment), plus two general items which were analyzed separately, totaling 26 items. The answers from the questionnaire were converted into scores with a 0–100 scale range, with separate analyses for each domain. Results were compared among groups based on the different characteristics of the vegetarian population. A total of 4375 individuals completed the survey. General average score results were 74.67 (domain 1), 66.71 (domain 2), 63.66 (domain 3) and 65.76 (domain 4). Vegans showed better scores when compared to the other vegetarians, except in domain four, where the statistical difference was observed only for semi-vegetarians (lower score). Individuals adopting a vegetarian diet for longer (>1 year) showed better results for domains one and two, with no difference for the other domains. Having close people also adopting a vegetarian diet positively influenced the results for all domains. On the other hand, it was not possible to distinguish any clear influence of the motivation for adopting a vegetarian diet on the scores’ results. Adopting a vegetarian diet does not have detrimental effects on one’s QoL. In fact, the more plant-based the diet, and the longer it was adopted, the better the results were.

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Evaluating quality of science in CGIAR research programs: Use of bibliometrics

Outlook on Agriculture ◽

10.1177/00307270211024271 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 003072702110242

Author(s):

Max Rünzel ◽

Paolo Sarfatti ◽

Svetlana Negroustoueva

Keyword(s):

Review Process ◽

Research Output ◽

Monitoring And Evaluation ◽

Bibliometric Indicators ◽

Scientific Publications ◽

Practical Utilization ◽

Research Programs ◽

First Time ◽

Quality Of Research

When evaluating Quality of Science (QoS) in the context of development initiatives, it is essential to define adequate criteria. The objective of this perspective paper is to show how altmetric and bibliometric indicators have been used to support the evaluation of QoS in the 2020 Review of the Phase 2-CGIAR Research Programs (CRPs, 2017–2022), where, for the first time, the Quality of Research for Development (QoR4D) frame of reference has been utilized across the entire CGIAR CRP portfolio. Overall, the CRP review showed a significant output of scientific publications during the period 2017–2020, with 4,872 articles, 220,101 references, and 7.1 citations per article. Additionally, wider interest in scientific publications is demonstrated by good to high altmetrics, with average attention scores ranging from 70.8 to 806.9 with an average of 425.1. The use of selected bibliometrics was shown to be an adequate tool, for use together with other qualitative indicators to evaluate the QoS in the 12 CRPs. The CRP review process clearly demonstrated that standardized, harmonized and consistent data on research output is paramount to provide high-quality quantitative instruments and should be a priority throughout the transition toward One CGIAR. Therefore, we conclude that the QoR4D framework should be augmented by standardized bibliometric indicators embedded in measurement frameworks within the new One CGIAR. Finally, its practical utilization in monitoring and evaluation should be supported with clear guidelines.

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The Quality of Statistical Reporting and Data Presentation in Predatory Dental Journals Was Lower Than in Non-Predatory Journals

Entropy ◽

10.3390/e23040468 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 23 (4) ◽

pp. 468

Author(s):

Pentti Nieminen ◽

Sergio E. Uribe

Keyword(s):

Open Access ◽

Peer Review ◽

Scientific Journals ◽

Mean Values ◽

Data Presentation ◽

Predatory Journals ◽

Study Results ◽

The Mean ◽

Highly Cited

Proper peer review and quality of published articles are often regarded as signs of reliable scientific journals. The aim of this study was to compare whether the quality of statistical reporting and data presentation differs among articles published in ‘predatory dental journals’ and in other dental journals. We evaluated 50 articles published in ‘predatory open access (OA) journals’ and 100 clinical trials published in legitimate dental journals between 2019 and 2020. The quality of statistical reporting and data presentation of each paper was assessed on a scale from 0 (poor) to 10 (high). The mean (SD) quality score of the statistical reporting and data presentation was 2.5 (1.4) for the predatory OA journals, 4.8 (1.8) for the legitimate OA journals, and 5.6 (1.8) for the more visible dental journals. The mean values differed significantly (p < 0.001). The quality of statistical reporting of clinical studies published in predatory journals was found to be lower than in open access and highly cited journals. This difference in quality is a wake-up call to consume study results critically. Poor statistical reporting indicates wider general lower quality in publications where the authors and journals are less likely to be critiqued by peer review.

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Quality of life of caregivers of cancer patients in home palliative care: a non-interventional study

European Journal of Public Health ◽

10.1093/eurpub/ckaa166.1343 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽

Author(s):

E Faggian ◽

S Favero ◽

D Gregori ◽

M Martinato

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Palliative Care ◽

Cancer Patient ◽

Home Care ◽

Continuity Of Care ◽

Physical Stress ◽

Private Life ◽

Phone Call ◽

Average Score

Abstract Background caregivers of home-cared cancer patient during palliative phase are often under psychological and physical pressure. This can lead to a low level quality of life (QoL). This study assesses the QoL of this type of caregiver, more specifically it aims to outline which factors (age, type of palliative care, amount of time spent daily with the patient) affect positively or negatively the QoL score. Methods The AC-QoL questionnaire has been completed by 25 caregivers of oncological patients in home care in north-eastern Italy. The questionnaire is made of 40 items divided into 8 subjects: support in care, choice of care, stress, economic issues, personal growth, sense of value, care skills and personal satisfaction. It has been administered during a home visit or during a follow-up phone call. Results The average score obtained is 71/120, which means a medium level of QoL. The factors which worsen the QoL are the psychological and physical stress (average score 5/15) and restrictions on caregivers' private life (average score 6/15). No significant differences in the QoL of the caregivers are related to social and personal variables (such as age, working condition, relationship with the patient, type of palliative care, amount of time spent daily with the patient). Conclusions These caregivers play a fundamental role in the management of an appropriate continuity of care and their health and QoL are important. Stress and restrictions on private life are the factors which worsen QoL, that's why nurses should evaluate the caregivers' wellbeing during home-visits. Caregivers usually feel able to offer adequate assistance if they have been adequately trained to by healthcare professionals: nurses should provide every useful tool to aloud the caregiver to feel able of and comfortable providing assistance to his/her relative trough an “empowerment process”. Key messages Caregiver of cancer patient in charge of home palliative care is fundamental for an appropriate continuity of care and his health and quality of life (QoL) are important to provide good assistance. Psycho-physical stress and restrictions on private life worsen QoL. Caregiver’s wellbeing should be assessed and useful tools should be provided by home care nurses to ease caregivers’ job.

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