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{"title":"ACCENTUATING THE HEART OF TEACHING: THE LIVED EXPERIENCES OF STUDENT-CATECHISTS","authors":"Leonor O. Egpan, Iris F. Billones","doi":"10.36713/epra17631","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra17631","url":null,"abstract":"For more than a decade, St. Mary’s College of Tagum, Inc., Philippines, has been actively involved in the community through the catechetical ministry. It is henceforth, the purpose of this study to accentuate the heart of teaching by exploring the lived experiences of the student-catechists. This employed qualitative research specifically phenomenological design. The researchers used in-depth interviews and focus group discussions. The participants of the study were chosen through purposive sampling wherein participants were selected based on some pre-inclusion criteria. The participants were student-catechists from our school. The responses were gathered through audio recordings. Coding and thematic analysis of participants’ responses were used to extract answers. Results of the investigation revealed that student-catechists view catechism as inspires students and exemplifying good role models. It gives positive experiences by students’ constructive responses, co-catechists shared experiences, and learning from interactive activities. The challenges faced include lack of provision for instructional materials, attitude towards catechism, lack of knowledge, and difficulty in managing responsibilities. Despite these factors, participants learned to cope by lesson planning, proper classroom management and respecting beliefs of others. The results of this study imply that there is a sense of fulfilment on being a student catechist. \u0000KEYWORDS: Education, student catechism, college students, phenomenology, coding, and thematic analysis, Philippines","PeriodicalId":505883,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR)","volume":" 20","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141668741","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"PSYCHOPATHOLOGICAL DISORDERS AND ASSOCIATED FACTORS ACCORDING TO SRQ","authors":"Gabriela Johanna Campoverde Mogrovejo, Jacqueline Monserrath Domínguez Mejía, Bryam Esteban Coello García","doi":"10.36713/epra17671","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra17671","url":null,"abstract":"Background: mental illnesses are a challenge for health systems and nations. Globally, mental disorders account for 12% and in the Americas alone, there are an estimated 400 million people with psychiatric and neurological disorders. By means of the SRQ test (self-reporting questionnaire) created by the World Health Organization (WHO), it is possible to detect and attend to mental health problems in primary care services, mainly in developing countries, requiring less time and trained personnel.\u0000Objective: to describe psychopathological disorders and associated factors according to the SRQ in individuals from San Luis de Cumbe Parish, Cuenca Canton.\u0000Methods and materials: The study was a cross-sectional quantitative research, with a universe of 6,582 inhabitants of the San Luis de Cumbe Parish, from which a sample of 364 people was taken with a confidence of 95%, margin of error of 5% and prevalence of 50%. The information was collected by means of a sociodemographic survey and the SRQ test. The data were analyzed through tables and graphs with the statistical calculation program SPSS 25 test version. To determine the association between the object of study and the associated factors, the OR was obtained with its 95% CI and the p value to determine the statistical significance. In addition, several bibliographic studies were used as a source, mainly PubMed, Google Scholar and Cochrane.\u0000Results: In the study population, 19.2% presented depression, 40.7% had anxiety, 13.2% presented psychosis, 6.6% had epilepsy and 13.2% showed alcoholism.\u0000Conclusions: depression and anxiety are the most representative psychopathological disorders found in this study, being more common in young adult women, without leaving behind psychosis and alcoholism present in adults regardless of sex, while epilepsy is more common in males regardless of age group. The Chi-square test between sociodemographic factors and risk factors showed that psychosis, epilepsy and alcoholism are present in people whose marital status is free union. Similarly, it was found that Afro-Ecuadorians have epilepsy, while anxiety was present in those of indigenous and mestizo ethnicity. It is advisable to carry out intervention programs and early detection of any psychopathological disorder is of utmost importance, so that the affected individual can receive timely care and reduce possible complications throughout his or her life. The population should be educated about the risk factors involved in the appearance of these pathologies, so that they can prevent or on the other hand learn to live with them, in addition to motivating people, especially health personnel to conduct new research to contribute to the health of the people not only in this parish but also in others.\u0000KEY WORDS: depression, anxiety, alcoholism, psychosis, epilepsy, SRQ, Cumbe, DSM5.","PeriodicalId":505883,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR)","volume":"102 14","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141667366","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"GRAFTS AND FLAPS PANORAMIC REVIEW","authors":"Adriana Elizabeth Iza Echeverría, Ana Patricia Guailacela Gómez, Tania Cristina Bernal Quizhpi, Marcelo Alexander Pico Aldas, Luis Miguel Cabrera Tenecela, Aldrin Santiago Cando Calle, Nathaly Mishell Naranjo Cevallos, Byron Fabián Pinos Reyes, Geovanna Karolina Cazorla Andrade, Bryam Esteban Coello García","doi":"10.36713/epra17625","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra17625","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Skin grafts over time have progressed to present multiple well-established reconstructive techniques that are remarkably capable of restoring structure, function, and aesthetics to a myriad of surgical wounds. Muscle and myocutaneous flaps are common reconstructive alternatives for individuals with acquired oncologic or traumatic defects. Knowledge of flap anatomy and surgical techniques is paramount for surgeons who practice them to achieve the best results.\u0000Objective: to detail current information related to grafts and flaps; definition, description, classification, characteristics, indications and techniques. \u0000Methodology: a total of 33 articles were analyzed in this review, including review and original articles, as well as clinical cases, of which 20 bibliographies were used because the other articles were not relevant to this study. The sources of information were PubMed, Google Scholar and Cochrane; the terms used to search for information in Spanish, Portuguese and English were: flaps, grafts, skin, wounds, surgical reconstruction, skin transfers.\u0000Results: skin grafting is a basic technique and a widely used reconstruction option in surgery, following tumor resection, ulcers, as well as in burned individuals. Graft retraction is inversely proportional to graft thickness. The graft should globally correspond to the loss of substance to be covered. When planning myocutaneous flaps, knowing the vascular territories of each source artery, or angiosome, allows proper design of the skin island. Unlike fasciocutaneous flaps, muscle and myocutaneous flaps tolerate ischemia poorly, and any concerns about flap ischemia necessitate a timely return to the operating room for exploration.\u0000Conclusions: Recognizing when, where and how to perform a graft or flap is of vital importance for the correct management of the affected individual. The surgical fundamentals and associated factors must be well known to achieve the best performance and achieve the best results in patients. Both grafts and flaps have their indications that must be adapted to the patient in question. It is necessary to emphasize that it is necessary to differentiate perfectly between the graft and the flap, analyzing their peculiarities, different uses and possible complications. Grafts are devoid of any vascular connection, while flaps depend on the vascularization of the recipient wound bed to survive.\u0000KEY WORDS: flaps, grafts, skin, wounds, reconstruction, transfers, surgery.","PeriodicalId":505883,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR)","volume":" 18","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141677603","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"EXPLORING MULTIMODAL TEACHING STRATEGIES AND CULTURAL INTEGRATION LEADING THE WAY TO ENHANCE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS","authors":"Rebecca D Paynor","doi":"10.36713/epra17586","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra17586","url":null,"abstract":"Multimodal teaching strategies use a variety of approaches and instruments to give education while accommodating diverse learning styles and preferences. This method combines visual, aural, kinesthetic, and textual elements to improve comprehension and retention. Examples include video, interactive exercises, hands-on experiments, and written resources. This research used the mixed method research design to explore holistically the effect of using multimodal teaching strategies and integration of culture in teaching English Language Arts. The results show a considerable improvement in pupils' academic performance from pretest to posttest. The mean score rose from 18.47 (SD = 1.98) in the pretest to 24.83 (SD = 2.93) in the posttest. The t-value of 16.79 and mean difference of 6.36 indicate a statistically significant difference (p < 0.0001). This significant rise indicates that the interventions used between the pretest and posttest had a beneficial effect. These results highlight the efficacy of multimodal teaching methodologies and cultural integration in improving comprehension, engagement, and overall academic achievement. As a result, using a variety of teaching approaches and culturally relevant materials is critical for fulfilling students' unique needs and achieving higher educational outcomes (Philippe et al., 2020; Magwenya et al., 2022; Harris & Nguyen, 2022; Escalaw, 2022).\u0000KEYWORDS: Multimodal Teaching Strategies, Culture Integration, Mixed-Method, Pegagogical Innovation","PeriodicalId":505883,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR)","volume":"34 S129","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141683391","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"FEMALE VOICE IN MARGERET ATWOOD’S NOVEL ‘THE BLIND ASSASSIN’","authors":"Dr. Reshma Perveen","doi":"10.36713/epra17588","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra17588","url":null,"abstract":"The aim of the paper on the novel ‘The Blind Assassin’ is to demonstrate, the social position of women of Canada in 20th century, a century which was gloomy and pessimistic. Iris, the female character suffers extreme violence at the hands of her husband Richard Griffin, raises her voice against that torture and through a memoir unfolds all the mysteries of her life.","PeriodicalId":505883,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR)","volume":"59 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141688513","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"INFLUENCE COMPETENCY BASED CURRICULUM HAS ON LEARNERS’ CREATIVE THINKING SKILLS AMONG GRADE THREE LEARNERS IN KISUMU WEST SUB COUNTY","authors":"Omune Adhiambo Edna, Dr. Janet Juma Ojwang’ Kasuku","doi":"10.36713/epra17573","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra17573","url":null,"abstract":"This research investigated the influence of the Competency Based Curriculum on attainment of 21st century competencies among learners in Kisumu West Sub-County. The research problem was based on a growing concern among researchers and educators that the learner centred curriculum had initially been largely flawed, hurried and lacking proper strategies as well as wide consultation. Major education stakeholders such as parents also received the Competency Based Curriculum with a lot of negativity and resistance claiming that the system is financially oppressive and burdensome. Learners too were caught in between and almost lost confidence in the curriculum due to the cynical talks about it from their parents, social media and the general public. The study therefore strived to identify the degree to which the competency-based curriculum has improved learners’ creative thinking. The study was guided by the constructivist theories. Mixed research methodology was adopted. A descriptive survey design was used. Purposive sampling was used to identify 32 schools out of 105 primary schools. A total of 133 respondents were involved in various segments of data collection tools; focus group discussion schedules, questionnaires, observation schedules and document analysis schedules, mainly to elicit information from school principals, teachers and parents within public, private, special and integrated schools. The study instruments were found to be reliable with a Cronbach’s Alpha 1.0. Collected data was analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The data was presented in tables and figures. The coefficients the independent variable was positive and statistically significant. The study found creative thinking the most significant variable (97.5%). The study findings indicated that the independent variable was the predictor of acquisition of 21st century competencies among learners. The study recommended that supervision in schools should be intensified and appropriate support rendered to ensure effective and efficient implementation of the curriculum in order to help the curriculum fully achieve its objectives.\u0000KEY WORDS: Competency Based Curriculum, Learners’ Creative Thinking Skills, Grade Three Learners, 21st Century Competencies","PeriodicalId":505883,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR)","volume":"15 11","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141688011","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"REPRESENTATION OF ETHICAL IDEAS IN AVORIF UL-MAARIF BY SHIHOBIDDN SUHRAVARDI","authors":"Raximova Gularo Ibragimovna","doi":"10.36713/epra17598","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra17598","url":null,"abstract":"In this article, one of the main works of Shihobiddin Abuhafs Umar Suhravardi, “Avorif-ul Maarif”, is discussed about the moral and educational ideas in it. Also, the ethical standards that form the basis of the behavior of Sufis, their views on teacher-disciple etiquette are analyzed. \u0000KEYWORDS: “Avorif-ul Maarif”, cheerfulness, contentment, renunciation of hatred and anger, behavior, moral qualities, internal and external culture, external and internal purification of the soul.","PeriodicalId":505883,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR)","volume":"31 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141716670","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"GLOBAL STRUCTURE AND OPERATING STATUS OF SOCIAL STOCK EXCHANGES - COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS","authors":"Abin Abraham, Dr. Sajeeve. V. P","doi":"10.36713/epra17553","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra17553","url":null,"abstract":"Social Stock Exchanges provide a forum for several financing sources, including CSR, philanthropy, and impact investing, to work together and support nonprofit organisations with a social objective. A social stock exchange acts as a meeting place for social organisations and investors with shared values and interests. Several countries, notably the United Kingdom, Brazil's Socio-Environmental Impact Exchange, and Jamaica, Canada, and Singapore, already have active social stock exchanges. It is at the development stage in India, and SEBI, the regulatory body, has acted swiftly to address the situation by establishing working groups and technical groups to investigate and examine the situation and provide appropriate recommendations.\u0000The primary purpose of this article is to use a descriptive study approach to examine the functioning of various SSEs across the globe. So, The Indian Social Stock Exchange may benefit from suggestions made in light of knowledge of the activities of other SSEs around the world. \u0000KEYWORDS: Impact Investing, Social Stock Exchange, Social Enterprises, Non-Profit Organisations","PeriodicalId":505883,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR)","volume":"4 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141705898","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"PHONOLOGICAL FEATURES IN BILLY COLLINS’ POEM “INTRODUCTION TO POETRY”: A STYLISTIC ANALYSIS","authors":"Clara Vanessa C. De Castro, Sheela Anne C. Maraan, Minsoware S. Bacolod","doi":"10.36713/epra17382","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra17382","url":null,"abstract":"The study sought to examine the phonological characteristics found in Billy Collins' poem \"Introduction to Poetry,\" with a specific emphasis on the aspects of rhyme scheme, meter, alliteration, assonance, and consonance, and their impact on Collins' poetic style. The poem is a sixteen-line free verse divided into seven stanzas, and it does not have a predetermined rhyme scheme. Nevertheless, Collins skillfully integrates slant rhymes and sound repetition techniques throughout the stanzas. The meter in the poem exhibits uneven patterns in the couplets and tercets, while consistently keeping a casual and conversational tone. Alliteration, assonance, and consonance are employed to augment the melodic quality and cadence of the poetry. The use of repeated start and ending consonants in the poem enhances its lyrical nature, resulting in an interesting and memorable reading experience. The phonological aspects in Collins' writing enhance the auditory quality of the poem and also contribute to its informal and approachable nature. This allows readers to create a stronger connection with the poem through its melodic and emotional elements. \u0000KEYWORDS: phonology, phonological features, stylistics, Billy Collins, poem","PeriodicalId":505883,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR)","volume":"9 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141341835","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"ADMINISTRATION OF OLD AGE HOMES: A CASE STUDY ON MOTHER MARTHA MEMORIAL TRUST: DEVA KRIPA SENIOR CITIZENS’ HOME ATTAVAR, MANGALORE","authors":"Kripanjali Tellis Nayak, Dr. Kavyashree K","doi":"10.36713/epra17354","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36713/epra17354","url":null,"abstract":"The qualitative study conducted at Devakripa Senior Citizens' Home in Attavar, Mangalore, explores various aspects of the eldercare facility, focusing on financial sustainability, hiring policies, caregiver training, and infrastructural conditions. It encompasses extensive exploratory, archival, and observational research, as well as structured interviews. The study aims to identify key challenges and propose effective solutions to enhance resident care and operational efficiency. Key findings highlighted the need for comprehensive financial planning, improved hiring and training practices, reformed administrative policies, increased marketing efforts, and infrastructural improvements. The recommendations put forth include integrating services with local institutions, fostering community engagement, and conducting awareness programs on aging dynamics. These measures are designed to ensure the long-term sustainability and well-being of the residents, aligning with Mangalore's broader commitment to eldercare.\u0000KEY WORDS: Deva Kripa, old age homes,inmates, Financial planning, Administrative efficiency.","PeriodicalId":505883,"journal":{"name":"EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR)","volume":"29 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141341566","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}