Systematic media review: A novel method to assess mass-trauma epidemiology in absence of databases—A pilot-study in Rwanda

Objective Surge capacity refers to preparedness of health systems to face sudden patient inflows, such as mass-casualty incidents (MCI). To strengthen surge capacity, it is essential to understand MCI epidemiology, which is poorly studied in low- and middle-income countries lacking trauma databases. We propose a novel approach, the “systematic media review”, to analyze mass-trauma epidemiology; here piloted in Rwanda. Methods A systematic media review of non-academic publications of MCIs in Rwanda between January 1st, 2010, and September 1st, 2020 was conducted using NexisUni, an academic database for news, business, and legal sources previously used in sociolegal research. All articles identified by the search strategy were screened using eligibility criteria. Data were extracted in a RedCap form and analyzed using descriptive statistics. Findings Of 3187 articles identified, 247 met inclusion criteria. In total, 117 MCIs were described, of which 73 (62.4%) were road-traffic accidents, 23 (19.7%) natural hazards, 20 (17.1%) acts of violence/terrorism, and 1 (0.09%) boat collision. Of Rwanda’s 30 Districts, 29 were affected by mass-trauma, with the rural Western province most frequently affected. Road-traffic accidents was the leading MCI until 2017 when natural hazards became most common. The median number of injured persons per event was 11 (IQR 5–18), and median on-site deaths was 2 (IQR 1–6); with natural hazards having the highest median deaths (6 [IQR 2–18]). Conclusion In Rwanda, MCIs have decreased, although landslides/floods are increasing, preventing a decrease in trauma-related mortality. By training journalists in “mass-casualty reporting”, the potential of the “systematic media review” could be further enhanced, as a way to collect MCI data in settings without databases.

Electric Vehicle Uptake: Understanding the Print Media’s Role in Changing Attitudes and Perceptions

Passenger motor vehicle transport is a significant and growing emissions source contributing to climate change. Switching from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles (EV) would significantly reduce most countries’ emissions, but for many consumers perceived barriers deter EV adoption. Consequently, government policies designed to incentivise a transition to EVs could benefit from consideration of the utility of communication channels such as print media for influencing consumer behaviour. This research explores the role that media and other communication channels writing about EVs play in consumer perceptions and awareness of government-initiated programs and policies to incentivise EV market transition. Using mixed methods of a media review and New Zealand car buyer surveys (questionnaires, interviews) (n = 893), we identified car buyers’ media use to update knowledge about cars, perceptions about EVs, and likelihood to buy, and tested awareness and popularity of incentives. We derive recommendations for policy improvements to accelerate EV uptake, including a significant role for the print media to disseminate relevant information, increase awareness of policies, and shift perceptions about EVs. We argue that social marketing programs should be enhanced to overcome lack of knowledge and misinformation, focusing on the market segment next most likely to buy EVs.

PENGEMBANGAN MEDIA INTERAKTIF PROGRAM LECTORA INSPIRE BERBASIS ANDROID PADA MATERI JURNAL PENYESUAIAN PERUSAHAAN JASA KELAS XI AKUNTANSI DAN KEUANGAN LEMBAGA SMK NEGERI 10 SURABAYA

Perkembangan IPTEKS di era revolusi industri 4.0 serta berlakunya sistem kurikulum 2013 dalam pembelajaran, guru diharapkan dapat menyesuaikan perkembangan zaman yang ada. Salah satu cara untuk memanfaatkan teknologi yang ada adalah dengan mengembangkan media interaktif dengan memanfaatkan smartphone android. Dengan memanfaatkan smartphone android berbantu aplikasi yang menarik peserta didik dapat belajar kapanpun dan dimanapun sehingga pembelajaran berlangsung dengan baik.Terdapat beberapa aplikasi yang beragam untuk mendukung media interaktif salah satunya yakni Lectora Inspire. Tujuan dari penelitian ini ialah untuk mengembangkan media interaktif program Lectora Inspire berbasis android pada materi jurnal penyesuaian perusahaan jasa. Penelitian ini adalah jenis penelitian pengembangan yang mengadaptasi model pengembangan 4D yang dikembangkan oleh Thiagarajan meliputi tahap pendefinisian, perancangan, pengembangan dan penyebarluasan. Namun dengan keterbatasan waktu yang dimiliki penelitian ini hanya sampai pada tahap pengembangan. Subjek uji coba penelitian adalah ahli materi, ahli media dan 20 peserta didik kelas XI Akuntansi dan Keuangan Lembaga 4 SMK Negeri 10 Surabaya. Menggunakan angket sebagai instrumen penelitian, serta menggunakan analisis deskriptif kuantitatif sebagai teknik analisis data. Untuk mengetahui tingkat kelayakan media interaktif dilakukan beberapa langkah yakni telaah media, revisi, validasi, dan uji coba yang dilakukan secara terbatas. Hasil validasi yang diperoleh dari ahli materi menunjukkan rata-rata sebesar 81,30%, ahli media 84%, dan respon peserta didik sebesar 93,33%. Sehingga dapat disimpulkan bahwa Media Interaktif Program Lectora Inspire berbasis android sangat layak dijadikan sebagai media pembelajaran Akuntansi.The development of science and technology in the era of the industrial revolution 4.0 and the implementation of the 2013 curriculum system in learning, teachers were expected to be able to adapt to the existing developments. One way to take advantage of existing technology was to developed interactive media using an android smartphone. By utilizing an android smartphone with an attractive application, students could learn anytime and anywhere. Therefore the learning process went well. Several different applications supported interactive media, one of it which was Lectora Inspire. The purpose of this study was to developed interactive media for the Android-based Lectora Inspire program on service company adjustment journal material.This research was a type of development research that adapted the 4D development model developed by Thiagarajan which includes the stages of definition, design, development, and dissemination. However, due to the limited time, this research had, it only reached the development stage. The subjects of the research trial were material experts, media experts, and 20 students of class XI Accounting and Financial Institutions 4 SMK Negeri 10 Surabaya. Using a questionnaire as a research instrument, and using quantitative descriptive analysis as a data analysis technique. To determine the feasibility level of interactive media, several steps were taken, they are media review, revision, validation, and limited trials. The validation results obtained from material experts showed an average of 81.30%, media experts 84%, and the response of students was 93.33%.From the result above it can be concluded that the Interactive Media of the Android-based Lectora Inspire Program is very worthy of being used as a medium for learning Accounting.