scholarly journals Development of DAYSAM: An Educational Smart Phone Game for Preschoolers to Increase Awareness of Renewable Energy

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 433
Author(s):  
Tamer Khatib ◽  
Haneen Alwaneh ◽  
Wajdi Mabroukeh ◽  
Yassmin Abu-Ghalion ◽  
Fatima Abu-Gadi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Smart Phone ◽  
Smartphone Application ◽  
Arabic Language ◽  
Educational Tool ◽  
Photovoltaic Array ◽  
Photovoltaic Arrays ◽  
Before And After ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Hydropower Stations

This paper presents a smartphone application game that aims to increase the awareness of preschoolers on renewable energy. The age of the selected preschoolers is in the range of 4-6 years. The game is called DAYSAM, and it aims to increase awareness regarding photovoltaic arrays, wind turbines, mini-hydropower stations, energy efficiency, and risks that polar bears are facing. The game provides two superior features compared to other available games in Arabic language, targeting the same age group. Preschoolers from An-Najah Child Institute are selected to play this game to investigate the impact of this game. The preschoolers’ awareness is tested before and after playing the game using coloring sheets in an unsupervised coloring process. The results show that the proposed game has increased preschooler’s awareness of renewable energy. Before playing the game, none of the preschoolers recognized images like the photovoltaic array or the wind turbine. After playing the game the preschoolers recognized these devices in different situations and shapes. This indicates that such a game can be used as a fun and educational tool in nurseries that have Arabic communication medium to increase awareness of renewable energy.

scholarly journals Mind Maps to Modify Lack of Attention among Saudi Kindergarten Children

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 245 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bulquees Ismail Abdul Majid Daghistan
Keyword(s):  
Research Study ◽  
Arabic Language ◽  
Kindergarten Children ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Language Class ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Mind Maps ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Academic Year ◽  
Experimental Group

<p class="apa">This research study aims at investigating the impact of Mind Maps on modifying the lack of attention in Arabic language class among Saudi Kindergarten children. To achieve the goals of this study the researcher used an experimental design with a random sample from AlRae’d Kindergarten’s children in Riyadh -Saudi Arabia for the academic year (2014-2015). The study sample consisted of (40) children divided into two groups: (23) in the experimental and (17) in the control group. The researcher used Al-Obeidi’s (1999) Lack of Attention Scale LAS. Validity of the tool was approved through a half division to measure lack of attention (0.93) which is considered good. The scale was used before and after the implementation of the experiment on both groups. Results showed a positive change in attention concentration in favor of the experimental group. Thus, the researcher recommended the use of Mind Maps in teaching kindergarten children to avoid attention deficiency.</p>

scholarly journals PICU Passport: Pilot study of a handheld resident curriculum

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Adrian D. Zurca ◽  
Conrad Krawiec ◽  
Daniel McKeone ◽  
Adil Z. Solaiman ◽  
Brandon M. Smith ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pediatric Intensive Care ◽  
Median Number ◽  
Educational Tool ◽  
Knowledge Gaps ◽  
Specific Knowledge ◽  
Pediatric Residents ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Satisfaction With Education ◽  
Resident Learning ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background To explore the impact of an educational tool designed to streamline resident learning during their pediatric intensive care (PICU) rotations. Methods Topics and procedures were chosen for inclusion based on national requirements for pediatric residents. Residents received a PICU Passport at the beginning of their rotations. PICU faculty were provided learning objectives for each topic. Residents and faculty were surveyed before and after starting use of the Passport. Results Twenty-two residents pre-Passport and 38 residents post-Passport were compared. Residents were more satisfied with their educational experiences (27 % vs. 79 %; P < 0.001), more likely to report faculty targeted teaching towards knowledge gaps (5 % vs. 63 %; P < 0.001) and felt more empowered to ask faculty to discuss specific topics (27 % vs. 76 %; P = 0.002). The median number of teaching sessions increased from 3 to 10 (Z = 4.2; P < 0.001). Most residents (73 %) felt the Passport helped them keep track of their learning and identify gaps in their knowledge. Conclusions The PICU Passport helps residents keep track of their learning and identify gaps in their knowledge. Passport use increases resident satisfaction with education during their PICU rotation and empowers residents to ask PICU faculty to address specific knowledge gaps.

scholarly journals Pojokbelia : The Study of Smart Phone Application Development as Communicative, Informative and Educative (KIE) Media Innovation for Adolescent Reproductive Health

2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 125
Author(s):  
Lita Heni Kusumawardani ◽  
Muhamad Jauhar ◽  
Rasdiyanah Rasdiyanah ◽  
I Gusti Ayu Putu Desy Rohana
Keyword(s):  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Unwanted Pregnancy ◽  
Smart Phone ◽  
Smartphone Application ◽  
Easy Access ◽  
Accurate Information ◽  
Application Development ◽  
Adolescent Reproductive Health ◽  
The Impact

<p><strong>Introduction:</strong> The increase of adolescent population globally and nationally makes adolescent as vulnerable group to health problems, especially reproductive health. Adolescent has curiosities, like challenges, and dare to take risks. The impact is unwanted pregnancy, sexual transmition diseases, and abortion. Therefore, there is a need of KIE media for adolescent reproductive health based on information technology: <em>smart phone applications</em>.</p><p><strong>Objective:</strong> To identify research articles on smart phone use as KIE media for adolescent reproductive health.</p><p><strong>Method:</strong> Literature study in 20 journals through Google Scholar, Proquest, and EBSCO in the last 5 years, keywords<em> adolescent reproductive health, health education, smartphone application</em>. Data are analyzed in tables contain title, author, year, methodology, result, and recommendation.</p><p><strong>Result:</strong> Smartphone application as KIE media for adolescent reproductive health effectively increased the connection of adolescents with parents and health workers, improved sexual transmition diseases screening, was more attractive and innovative, took into privacy, was accurate information, wider reach, easy access, affordable costs, interactive, practical, and appropriate to the needs of today's adolescent.</p><strong>Conclusion:</strong> Smartphone applications such as text message, social media, and website can open adolescent access to get fast and accurate health information. The media development needs to focus on the characteristics and needs of adolescent and can be integrated with adolescent health programs.

SHADOW MODELLING ALGORITHM FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND SIMULATION

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bárbara A. de Sá ◽  
Tiago Dezuo ◽  
Douglas Ohf
Keyword(s):  
Control Strategies ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Dimensional Solution ◽  
Photovoltaic Array ◽  
Photovoltaic Arrays ◽  
Irradiation Power ◽  
Convexity Properties ◽  
Solar Position ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Shadow Projection

In this paper, an algorithm capable of modelling shadows from nearby obstructions onto photovoltaic arrays is proposed. The algorithm developed is based on the calculation of the solar position in the sky for any given instant in order to obtain the shadow projection for any object point. The convexity properties of objects and their shadows are used to allow a precise three-dimensional solution with reduced computational power without the need to consider a vast grid of points. The idea is extended to provide the shading patterns for a desired range of time and to calculate the eciency rate of the irradiation power incident on the array in comparison to the non-shadowed case. The algorithm has interesting applications, such as optimizing array positioning and orientation, evaluating the impact of new obstructions on pre-existing array installations, allowing precise and practical data for control strategies and MPPT techniques for partially shaded systems, calculating more realistically constrained payback scenarios and nding the optimal PV array interconnection. The results obtained are illustrated by a numerical example, in which the eects of a nearby building in the irradiation received by a photovoltaic array throughout the year is analyzed.

scholarly journals Changes in Relative Fish Density Around a Deployed Tidal Turbine during on-Water Activities

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (22) ◽  
pp. 6262
Author(s):  
Garrett Staines ◽  
Gayle Zydlewski ◽  
Haley Viehman
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Fish Density ◽  
Tidal Power ◽  
Research Knowledge ◽  
Impact Site ◽  
Before And After ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Device Operation ◽  
Turbine Installation

Global interest in mitigating climate change effects is a driver for the development of renewable energy sources. In-stream tidal power, a type of marine hydrokinetic (MHK) energy uses tidal currents to generate electricity and is one example of developing a renewable energy industry. Effects and impacts on fishes in areas of tidal power development are a consideration, and presently there are many unanswered questions in this field of research. Knowledge of how fish use these areas before and after device installation is essential to informing regulators for decision-making. We attempted a Before-After-Control-Impact (BACI) study design to compare an index of fish density near and away from an MHK tidal energy device deployed in Cobscook Bay, Maine. The index was mean volume backscattering strength (Sv) obtained from 24-hour stationary, down-looking hydroacoustic surveys. Data were collected several times per year at an “impact” site within 50–75 m of a device and at a “control” site approximately 1.6 km away, both before and after turbine installation in August 2012. Fish density was lowest in March surveys and highest in May surveys at both sites. One of four comparisons (August 2011/before vs. 2012/after) indicated an interaction of fish density with turbine installation. Operational status of the installed turbine and on-water activity disturbances (e.g., industry vessel and diving activities) varied at the impact site and possibly influenced results. Lower fish densities were observed during installation and maintenance periods than during normal device operation. The effects of construction activities must be separated from the effects of a deployed device to effectively implement a statistically rigorous assessment that could separate the effects of these different activities. This parsimonious approach and results were used for permit licensing by federal and state regulatory bodies at this site and others and can be used to consider regulatory adjustments during different phases of device operation and maintenance.

Overcoming stereotypes of renewable energy

2019 ◽  
pp. 124-136
Author(s):  
Victor D. Gazman
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Empirical Analysis ◽  
Energy Generation ◽  
New Paradigm ◽  
Financial Instrument ◽  
Promising Direction ◽  
Investment Projects ◽  
Power Stations ◽  
New Generation ◽  
The Impact

The article considers prerequisites for the formation of a new paradigm in the energy sector. The factors that may affect the imminent change of leadership among the energy generation are analyzed. The variability of the projects of creation and functioning of power stations is examined. The focus is made on problematic aspects of the new generation, especially, storage and supply of energy, achieving a system of parity that ensures balance in pricing generations. The author substantiates the principles of forming system of parities arising when comparing traditional and new generations. The article presents the results of an empirical analysis of the 215 projects for the construction of facilities for renewable energy. The significance and direction of the impact of these factors on the growth in investment volumes of transactions are determined. The author considers leasing as an effective financial instrument for overcoming stereotypes of renewable energy and as a promising direction for accelerated implementation of investment projects.

Strategic Role of Zakat in Multidimensional Quality of Life in Sijunjung, Indonesia

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 55-72
Author(s):  
Herlin Hamimi ◽  
Abdul Ghafar Ismail ◽  
Muhammad Hasbi Zaenal
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Wealth Distribution ◽  
Absolute Poverty ◽  
Before And After ◽  
The Status ◽  
Being There ◽  
The Impact

Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam which has a function of faith, social and economic functions. Muslims who can pay zakat are required to give at least 2.5 per cent of their wealth. The problem of poverty prevalent in disadvantaged regions because of the difficulty of access to information and communication led to a gap that is so high in wealth and resources. The instrument of zakat provides a paradigm in the achievement of equitable wealth distribution and healthy circulation. Zakat potentially offers a better life and improves the quality of human being. There is a human quality improvement not only in economic terms but also in spiritual terms such as improving religiousity. This study aims to examine the role of zakat to alleviate humanitarian issues in disadvantaged regions such as Sijunjung, one of zakat beneficiaries and impoverished areas in Indonesia. The researcher attempted a Cibest method to capture the impact of zakat beneficiaries before and after becoming a member of Zakat Community Development (ZCD) Program in material and spiritual value. The overall analysis shows that zakat has a positive impact on disadvantaged regions development and enhance the quality of life of the community. There is an improvement in the average of mustahik household incomes after becoming a member of ZCD Program. Cibest model demonstrates that material, spiritual, and absolute poverty index decreased by 10, 5, and 6 per cent. Meanwhile, the welfare index is increased by 21 per cent. These findings have significant implications for developing the quality of life in disadvantaged regions in Sijunjung. Therefore, zakat is one of the instruments to change the status of disadvantaged areas to be equivalent to other areas.

ANALISIS PENGARUH PEMBANGUNAN JALAN LAYANG JANTI TERHADAP PERKEMBANGAN TATA RUANG KAWASAN JANTI STUDI KASUS : KAWASAN JANTI, DESA CATURTUNGGAL, KABUPATEN SLEMAN, D. I. YOGYAKARTA

2017 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 255
Author(s):  
Jeky El Boru
Keyword(s):  
Road Network ◽  
Open Space ◽  
Qualitative Description ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Open Spaces ◽  
The Road ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Linkage Method ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Parking Place

Abstract: This research aims to analyze the impact of Janti Flyover Construction toward the growth of layout at Janti Urban Area, including structured space, open space, and linkage. Method used for data collecting are observation, air photograph monitoring, and interview, whereas the analysis method is qualitative description, which is the superimposed method of two layers, that are the layout condition before and after flyover construction. The result shows that the impact of Janti Flyover construction can be seen on building mass (solid), the increasing number of open spaces, including the road network, parking place, and park, whereas the relation between spaces, visually and structurally, can be seen on the growth of buildings which have new shapes and styles, therefore the performance of the overall building does not have a proportional shape. Considering Janti Street at the collective relation, its role is getting stronger as the main frame road network.Keywords: Flyover construction, layout changing, Janti AreaAbstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh pembangunan Jalan Layang Janti terhadap perkembangan tata ruang Kawasan Janti, meliputi ruang terbangun, ruang terbuka, serta hubungan antar ruang (“linkage”). Metode pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui observasi, pengamatan foto udara, dan wawancara; sedangkan metode analisis melalui deskripsi secara kualitatif yang berupa “superimposed method” dari dua lapisan kondisi lahan, yakni kondisi tata ruang sebelum dan sesudah pembangunan jalan layang. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pengaruh pembangunan Jalan Layang Janti terdapat pada massa bangunan (“solid”), pertambahan ruang terbuka yang berupa jaringan jalan, parkir, dan taman; sedangkan pada hubungan antar ruang ̶ secara visual dan struktural ̶ yakni tumbuhnya bangunan dengan bentuk dan gaya baru, sehingga bentuk tampilan bangunan secara keseluruhan tidak proporsional. Pada hubungan kolektif, Jalan Janti semakin kuat perannya sebagai kerangka utama jaringan jalan.Kata kunci : Pembangunan jalan layang, tata ruang, Kawasan Janti

Impact of merger on efficiency and productivity : a case study of commercial banks in Malaysia

1970 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 77
Author(s):  
Mahadzir Ismail ◽  
Saliza Sulaiman ◽  
Hasni Abdul Rahim ◽  
Nordiana Nordin
Keyword(s):  
Efficiency Score ◽  
Malmquist Productivity Index ◽  
Productivity Index ◽  
Data Envelopment ◽  
Master Plan ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Domestic Banks ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Efficiency And Productivity

The Financial Master Plan (2001- 2010) aims to enhance the capacity of banking industry so that higher effic iency and productivity can be reaped in the future. This study seeks to determine the impact of merger on the efficiency and productivity ofcommercial banks in Malaysia for the period 1995 until 2005. The study uses a non-parametric approach, nam ely DEA (data envelopment analysis?) to estimate the efficiency scores and to construct the Malmquist productivity index. To enable this estimation, three bank inputs and outputs are used. Amongst the findings are those banks exhibit higher efficiency score after the merger and thefo reign banks are more efficient than the local banks. Productivity of the banks is calculated in both periods, before and after the merger: The results show that, it is the local banks that have improved the most after the merger. The main source of productivity is technical change or innovation. The findings support the existing policy of having larger domestic banks in term of size.

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