scholarly journals Present day Agricultural Education Ecosystem and Assessment on Educational Aspirations of Farm Graduates

2020 ◽  
pp. 127-133
Author(s):  
N. Anandaraja ◽  
K. C. Sivabalan ◽  
Molu T. Lalson
Keyword(s):  
Agricultural Education ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Educational Aspirations ◽  
Online Application ◽  
Agricultural Colleges ◽  
Agricultural Sciences ◽  
Medium Level ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

In the global ecosystem, swift changes are happening in the knowledge sphere. The present study aims to find out the aspirations of the agricultural graduates regarding their education and agriculture. The study was conducted in the three Agricultural Colleges of Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) through open online survey. Well-structured questionnaire was prepared using ‘Google forms’, an online application and data was collected by publishing it online in KAU Student’s Community through ‘Facebook’. Among the sixty four respondents, all the respondents were B.Sc. Agriculture degree holders from KAU and vast majority of the respondents were girls. Majority of the respondents are having medium level of educational, agricultural aaspirations. More than three fifth of the respondents (67.19%) are most interested doing post-graduation in agricultural sciences after completing their graduation. Over one third of respondents (39.10%) were mostly interested to become innovative and progressive farmers, where as less than one-third of the respondents (29.7%) are most interested in starting agricultural subsidiary enterprises.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices about Zika among a University Community Located in an Endemic Zone in Mexico

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (11) ◽  
pp. 2548 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vianey Argüelles-Nava ◽  
María Alvarez-Bañuelos ◽  
Daniel Córdoba-Suárez ◽  
Clara Sampieri ◽  
María Ortiz-León ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Zika Virus ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Sexual Transmission ◽  
Univariate Analysis ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Medium Level ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
The University ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

To assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices about the Zika virus in both students and workers at the University of Veracruz, an online survey was conducted. The participants were divided into two groups: one according to sex, the other according to whether they were workers or students. Their answers were classified into knowledge, attitudes, and practices and they were rated as low, medium, and high. The results showed that knowledge about Zika prevailing among the university population is considered as medium in 79.4% of the study population. Most respondents know that the mosquito spreads the Zika virus (98.8%) and the clinical characteristics, while sexual transmission by the virus is little known (36.85%). Both the univariate analysis (OR (CI5) 0.227 (0.070–0.735), p = 0.013] and multivariate analysis (OR (CI95) 0.234 (0.071–778), p = 0.018] showed that belonging to the health sciences area is related to having a greater knowledge about Zika. Despite the existing knowledge, a low level of prevention practices prevails in the whole community (55%). A medium level of knowledge about Zika prevailed, while proper implementation of preventive measures for Zika is low, despite the fact that the state of Veracruz—the place where the University is located—is an endemic area.

scholarly journals Awareness on the Use of Intravenous Sedation for Periodontal Surgeries - A Questionnaire Based Study

2020 ◽  
pp. 120-129
Author(s):  
Prabhav Kumar Iyer ◽  
Murugan Thamaraiselvan
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Conscious Sedation ◽  
Comfort Level ◽  
Intravenous Sedation ◽  
Physical Stimulus ◽  
Partial Loss ◽  
Suburban Areas ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Conscious sedation is a valuable approach to address anxious patients and treat them with the utmost comfort level. Thus the knowledge regarding the practice of conscious sedation among dental practitioners seems to be the need of the hour with increasing patient demands. This study aims to assess the knowledge, awareness and practice of conscious sedation for periodontal surgeries among dental practitioners. This questionnaire based study was conducted in the form of an online survey. A structured questionnaire with 20 questions in the area of its indications and contraindications, various drugs used in conscious sedation and the side effects of these drugs were included. The results showed that only 51% of the participants chose to use conscious sedation when dealing with anxious patients. Also 58.9% of the study population considered conscious sedation as an option when the patient is extremely uncooperative due to anxiety and for patients who have a lesser threshold of pain. 64.4% are aware that conscious sedation brings a partial loss of consciousness with response to verbal and physical stimulus. Within the limits of the study it can be concluded that there is a moderate level of awareness regarding practice of conscious sedation among the dental practitioner. Practitioners in urban and suburban areas who have recently graduated seem to have a better awareness and interest in practice of conscious sedation than others.

Perceptions of higher agricultural education toward sustainable agricultural development

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 187-202
Author(s):  
Ruth Ortega-Dela Cruz
Keyword(s):  
Agricultural Education ◽  
Educational Aspirations ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Degree Program ◽  
Agricultural Science ◽  
Curriculum Planning ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Science Degree ◽  
The World ◽  
The University

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the purposes and current outcomes of Bachelor of Agricultural Science degree program in Austria. It identifies the ability of higher agricultural education (HAE) curriculum to meet its purpose by way of validating its current outcomes. Design/methodology/approach The study used survey research design to purposively sample faculty members and graduating students under the bachelor degree program of Agricultural Science at BOKU University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna. In addition to a self-administered questionnaire, key informant interviews were also conducted to validate the data gathered. Findings The Bachelor of Agricultural Science degree program in Austria aims to develop the student scientific understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of agriculture. The program also gears toward developing their lifelong learning skills. Analysis of the difference reveals congruence in the perceptions of agricultural education professionals and students regarding the intended and expected learning outcomes of the HAE curriculum. The findings affirm how the purposes and outcomes of HAE curriculum have been met successfully and their implications to BS Agriculture curriculum in the University of the Philippines. The findings are grounded on the firm foundations of Austrian higher education system from their strategic curriculum planning, design, and implementation to evaluation where all stages are done in consultation with the various stakeholders. Truly a community of dedicated members of the academic and administrative staff is a powerful tool toward curricular advancement in HAE institutions. Practical implications The subject of this study, in particular BOKU University, provides a concrete example that not only the University of the Philippines Los Baños but all the other agricultural universities around the world could learn from. Social implications This study serves as a springboard for the development of new and innovative models of curriculum and instruction in the Philippines and other agricultural developing countries in the world. Originality/value This is an original study that provides discussion on the link between a developed country as a possible model and a developing country in terms of HAE. It helps the HAE institutions realize the ways on how their educational aspirations will turn into reality when it comes to fulfilling their role in supplying a well-trained and productive workforce for the agricultural economy toward sustainable agriculture development in one’s own country.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Risk Perception of COVID-19 Disease: A Community-Based Participatory Study

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ezat Samadipour ◽  
Fatemeh Ghardashi ◽  
Nahid Aghaei
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Risk Perception ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Social Dimension ◽  
Cultural Dimension ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Close Supervision ◽  
Medium Level ◽  
The Government

ABSTRACT Objective: How people behave in a crisis depends on their understanding and evaluation of risk and vulnerability. Therefore, this study was conducted to investigate the Iranians’ risk perception of coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Methods: An online survey was applied, which resulted in the collection of information on demographics, the 5 dimensions of risk perception (cognitive, political, social, cultural, and emotional), and trust in the government among the Iranian users of social networks. Data were analyzed by descriptive and analytical tests of SPSS (IBM Corp, Armonk, NY) software, and confirmatory factor analysis of Amos software. Results: A total of 364 persons from 20 provinces completed the questionnaire during February 25 to March 2, 2020. More than 80% of the participants believed that negligence and lack of close supervision of the authorities have led to the spread of COVID-19. The mean (SD) risk perception was 58.77 (± 10.11), indicating the medium level of risk perception of people. The second-order confirmatory factor analysis also indicated that cultural dimension had the highest positive correlation (0.96), emotional dimension had the highest negative correlation (-0.65), and social dimension had the least correlation with the risk perception model (0.08). Conclusion: Iranians’ risk perception of the COVID-19 outbreak is not optimal, and it seems necessary to improve it.

scholarly journals Measuring perceptions of Muslim consumers toward income tax rebate over zakat on income in Malaysia

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 368-383
Author(s):  
Abdullah- Al-Mamun ◽  
Ahasanul Haque ◽  
Muhammad Tahir Jan
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Legal Consciousness ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Leading Role ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
People’S Perceptions ◽  
Structured Questionnaire ◽  
Significant Factors

Purpose The purpose of this study is to explore the variables that affect Muslim consumers’ perception towards tax rebate over zakat on income in Malaysia. Design/methodology/approach A close-ended structured questionnaire was developed and a total number of 236 valid responses were collected through online survey from the Muslims residing in Malaysia. Findings This study found that halal-haram aspect of Islamic Shariah, legal consciousness and religiosity of Muslim consumers are positive significant factors for growing perceptions towards tax rebate over zakat on income in Malaysia. Research limitations/implications This study will definitely play an important leading role for the policy-makers and academicians in understanding the perceptions of Muslim consumers. Practical implications This study can assist zakat and tax authorities in Malaysia for taking corrective actions to adapt or improve the current policy on the basis of its Muslim consumers’ perception. Social implications The findings of this study can reduce the gap of understanding among Muslims in the society by letting other people’s perceptions towards tax rebate through zakat system in Malaysia. Originality/value As there are not enough studies in this area, this study will definitely play an important leading role for the countries or policy-makers or concerned zakat or tax institutions all over the world in capitalizing the practices which is highly and positively perceived by the Muslim consumers in Malaysia.

scholarly journals The Savvy Survey #13: Online Surveys

EDIS ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 (7) ◽  
Author(s):  
Glenn D. Israel ◽  
Jessica L. Gouldthorpe
Keyword(s):  
Agricultural Education ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Visual Design ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Online Surveys ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
On Line ◽  
Line Survey

As part of the Savvy Survey Series, this publication provides Extension faculty with an overview of the process that uses email to invite participants to complete an on-line survey. This 10-page fact sheet provides guidance for constructing an online questionnaire, addressing visual design and formatting considerations, and implementing an online survey. Written by Glenn D. Israel and Jessica L. Gouldthorpe and published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, August 2013. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/pd077

scholarly journals The mechanisms of agricultural sciences, education and business integration

2014 ◽  
Vol 36 (4) ◽  
pp. 794-801
Author(s):  
Stanislav Dubinchenko
Keyword(s):  
Agricultural Education ◽  
Agricultural Sector ◽  
Comparative Method ◽  
Complex Nature ◽  
Agrarian Economy ◽  
Current State ◽  
Agricultural Sciences ◽  
Methods Of Synthesis ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Scientific Integration

The current state of the agrarian economy of Ukraine requires a new system of innovative development of the agricultural sector and deepening the cooperation of central and local executive authorities to address the issues of functioning and development of agricultural education and science. The aim of this study is to develop an up-to-date organizational and economic mechanism of integration of agricultural sciences, education and business in Ukraine. Achieving the aims of the study was carried out using the methods of synthesis and comparative method, as well as the institutional approach framework. It permitted to take into consideration the complex nature of the relationship in the fields of agricultural sciences, education and business. An article covers the conceptual and practical framework of scientific integration of education and production and defines the institutional peculiarities of creation and functioning of an educational research and production cluster using as an example the experience of Zhytomyr National Agroecological University.

scholarly journals Relationship between Social Media Marketing and Consumer Buying Behavior

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 193-202
Author(s):  
Syed Muhammad Ather ◽  
Naimat Ullah Khan ◽  
Faizan Ur Rehman ◽  
Lubna Nazneen
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Positive Relationship ◽  
Social Media Marketing ◽  
Buying Behavior ◽  
The Social ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Marketing Tool ◽  
Structured Questionnaire ◽  
Consumer Buying Behavior

The social media has become an integral part of our lives with the introduction of 3G, 4G technology in Pakistan it has become possible for people to stay connected from anywhere any time. The purpose of this study is to find out that if any relationship between social media marketing and consumer buying behavior exist if their existence affected each other in any significant way. For this purpose an online survey was conducted and 100 people responded who were active users of social media in the region of Peshawar an unstructured/ structured questionnaire was designed to collect information from the respondents. The research findings and results confirms that there is a positive relationship between social media marketing and consumer buying behavior as well as that social media can be used as an effective marketing tool in region of Peshawar.

scholarly journals Unsustainable monitoring of environmental pollutants, post UNEP report: The effects of leachates on Niger Delta Eco-zones, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 211 ◽  
pp. 03010
Author(s):  
Okpara Donatus Anayo
Keyword(s):  
Niger Delta ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Oil Spills ◽  
Environmental Pollutants ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
The People ◽  
The Government ◽  
E Mail ◽  
Survey Approach ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

This expository study revealed the continuum impact of unsustainable monitoring of environmental pollutants (oil-spills and leachates) nearly a decade after UNEP impact assessment report on Ogoniland and Niger Delta eco-zones. The background is focused on pollutants that have continued threats to the environment and ecologically sensitive areas in the region. It infers the dimensions and dynamics of management failures and poor attitude towards environmental policy implementations. A structured questionnaire was adopted using an online survey approach. The target audience includes academicians, undergraduates, and postgraduates. The majority are from Niger Delta, the region where this research was carried out. An online questionnaire was sent across to 30 respondents through e-mail and others, due to Covid-19 restrictions. Their feedback was processed, analysed, and presented in graphics. We found pollution contributions to the mangrove forest to be 47%, oil exploration 77%. The effects were more on soil, water, and air quality. The water bodies are constantly losing the variety of its resources caused by the release of untreated leachates, industrial waste, and petrochemicals. A rather deteriorating fate lies ahead of the people as population increases, and environmental policies and monitoring seem ineffective. The study will be beneficial to the government, policymakers, waste agencies, researchers, etc.

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