Ultrasound Scanning Competencies in Midwifery Education in Zambia: Findings from a Desk Review and Needs Assessment

Introduction: Ultrasound is an essential component of antenatal care. Midwives provide most of the antenatal care but they do not perform ultrasound as it has been beyond their scope of practice. This leaves many women in Low and Middle-Income Countries without access to ultrasound scanning. The aim of this study was to identify competencies in ultrasound scanning in midwifery education. Methods: A desk review and needs assessment were conducted between July and October 2023. Articles and curricula on the internet, Google scholar and PubMed were searched for content on ultrasound scanning competencies. A Google form consisting of 20 questions was administered via email and WhatsApp to 135 participants. Descriptive statistics were used to analyse data. Results: The desk review showed that it is feasible to train midwives in ultrasound scanning. The training programs for midwives in obstetric ultrasound were conducted for 1 week to 3 months with most of them running for 4 weeks. Content included introduction to general principles of ultrasound, physics, basic knowledge in embryology, obstetrics, anatomy, measuring foetal biometry, estimating amniotic fluid and gestational age. Experts like sonographers trained midwives. Theory and hands on were the teaching methods used. Written and practical assessments were conducted. Needs assessment revealed that majority of participants 71 (53%) knew about basic ultrasound training for midwives. All participants (100%) said it is necessary to train midwives in basic ultrasound scan in Zambia. Some content should include, anatomy, measuring foetal biometry, assessing amniotic fluid level, and gestational age determination. Most participants 91 (67%) suggested that the appropriate duration of training is 4 - 6 weeks. Conclusion: Empowering every midwife with ultrasound scanning skills will enable early detection of any abnormality among pregnant women and prompt intervention to save lives.

College English Teaching Based on the Theory of Core Competencies

The core competencies of college students can influence their further learning,employment,and personal development.This paper explores college English teaching from the three aspects of core competencies:cultural foundation,self-development,and social participation.Adapting to the challenges posed by the new era for the cultivation of foreign language talents,the paper aims to improve students’cultural literacy,independent learning,the ability of problem discovery and problem solving,and critical cultural thinking,so as to make them more competitive in employment and entrepreneurship.

Current Status of Key Competencies among Medical Students: A Latent Profile Analysis

The purpose of this study was to understand the overall level of key competencies of medical students and explore the potential profile of key competencies, promoting quality education, and improving the quality talent cultivation in medical colleges. A stratified random sampling method selected 734 medical students from four medical colleges in Chongqing Province of China. A general information questionnaire and a key competencies survey questionnaire were used to conduct the survey. The overall score and scores of each dimension of key competencies were analyzed. Latent profile analysis was conducted to classify the key competencies of medical students and compare the distribution differences of demographic variables among different categories. The results showed that 26% of medical students have never heard of the concept of key competencies, and 59% of them are not familiar with the content related to key competencies. The score of key competencies is 3.66 ± 0.60, with the highest score in the dimension of responsibility and the lowest score in the dimension of humanistic accomplishment. The latent profile analysis classified them into three categories: “low key competencies group (14.71%)”, “medium key competencies group (36.79%)”, and “high key competencies group (48.50%)”. The R3STEP regression analysis results showed statistically significant differences in educational level and whether they served as student cadres among different key competencies categories of medical students. This paper discusses three different potential key competencies categories among medical students, and the overall level of key competencies is relatively good. However, medical students lack a comprehensive and systematic understanding of key competencies. Humanistic accomplishment, healthy living, and practical innovation are the three dimensions with lower scores and should be given more attention. Medical colleges should integrate the concept of key competencies into teaching and implement it in medical practice to cultivate more high-quality medical talents for society.

Analysis of The Impact of The Healthcare Roundtable Model on the Major Disease Perceptions and Competencies of Cardiovascular Medicine Nursing Staff

Objective: To analyze the impact of the healthcare roundtable model on the major disease perceptions and competencies of cardiovascular nursing staff. Methods: Forty female nursing staff working in the hospital from April to June 2023 were selected and were randomly divided into a control group and an observation group, with 20 in each group. For 60 days, the control group used the conventional learning and communication model and the observation group used the medical and nursing roundtable model. The cognitive scores of cardiovascular disease-related knowledge, competency scores, and satisfaction with the learning and communication model before and after the implementation of the model in both groups were compared. Results: After the implementation, the cognitive scores related to cardiovascular disease-related knowledge, competency scores, and satisfaction with the learning and communication model in the observation group were significantly higher than those in the control group (P < 0.05). Conclusion: The healthcare roundtable model improved the knowledge and competence of cardiovascular internal medicine nursing staff in major diseases, and it is worth popularizing.

Core competencies and perceived training needs of nurses in the background of Internet plus nursing service:a qualitative descriptive study

Background:The Internet plus nursing service program is being piloted in China,which has become a new home nursing service model led by nurses.To enable safe and effective homecare service delivery,nurses working in the program need a high level of competency.However,the content of these core competencies and the training needs of nurses for Internet plus nursing services are still unknown.Aim:To describe nurses’perceptions of core competencies and training needs to work in the Internet plus nursing service program,thereby providing a reference for the development of training programs.Methods:A qualitative descriptive study using semi-structured interviews was conducted on 15 nurses with experience of working in the Internet plus nursing service program.Interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim,and the data were analyzed using thematic analysis.Results:Core competencies involved comprehensive assessment competence,direct care practice competence,health education and consulting competence,risk estimation and response competence,and communication competence.Training needs involved complex operational items,knowledge of chronic disease management,professional communication,risk identification and response,nursing standards,norms,and procedures,and utilization of information technology.Conclusions:The training system may be developed based on nurses’core competencies and their training needs to promote professional development of the Internet plus nursing service.

Research on the Status Quo and Improvement Needs of Foreign Language Teachers’ Teaching Competence in Curriculum-Based Ideological Education in Xinjiang Colleges and Universities

This study investigated the status quo and further improvement needs of foreign language teachers’teaching competence in curriculum-based ideological education(CIE)in Xinjiang colleges and universities.The results show that the teachers’teaching competence in CIE is generally good,with the“cultivating quality”being the highest and the“scientific research quality”the lowest;there still exist several problems,such as teachers’lack of theoretical knowledge in CIE,lack of teaching resources,and insufficient abilities in teaching design and research.It is hoped that with the support and efforts from university administrations,teachers can improve their teaching competence in CIE through various approaches adopted and multiple measures taken,thus optimizing their teaching effectiveness,promoting the construction of CIE in Xinjiang colleges and universities in the new era,and contributing to Xinjiang’s high-quality development.

Online International Peer Interaction:An Exploration of Impacts on Comprehensive Competencies,Global Perspectives,and Cross-Cultural Communication Skills

With the increasing trend of globalization and the rapid advancement of information technology,online learning platforms such as Zoom are becoming increasingly influential in the field of education.The focus of this study was the online international peer interaction based on the Zoom platform,detailing how such interaction programs are conducted and exploring in depth the specific impacts of this interaction mode on students’comprehensive competencies,global perspectives,and cross-cultural communication skills.This research not only provides new practical references for online learning and international education but also offers new research perspectives and directions for educators and researchers.

Exploring internship nursing students’ perception of gerontological nursing competencies: A descriptive study at Cairo University Hospitals

Objective:This research study explores the perceptions of gerontological nursing competencies,attitudes toward older individuals,and the willingness to provide care for the elderly among internship nursing students.Materials and Methods:A convenience sample of 350 internship nursing students from Cairo University Faculty of Nursing participated in the study.Data were collected using a set of comprehensive tools,including personal data and work experience assessment,the Hartford geriatric nurse competency tool,Kogan’s attitudes toward old people scale,and the modified elderly patient care inventory.Results:Descriptive analysis revealed balanced gender representation,with 60%identifying as female.Seventy percent of participants reported prior experience in gerontological care.Self-assessed competency scores indicated moderate proficiency in communication,physiological changes,and functional status assessment.Areas such as pain management and restraint use demonstrated potential gaps in self-perceived skills.Attitudes toward older individuals were predominantly positive,and the willingness to provide care showed positive tendencies,with a minor degree of hesitation noted.Conclusion:The findings underscore the need for targeted interventions in nursing education to address competency gaps,enhance positive attitudes,and alleviate potential hesitations in caregiving for older individuals.As the elderly population continues to grow,nursing education programs must prepare future practitioners to deliver comprehensive and compassionate care tailored to the unique needs of older adults.

Comparing Basic Social Competencies among Nursing Students before and during the Pandemic

Background: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the practical curriculum in over 80% of Japanese nursing universities is shorted. The study aimed to clarify the change in basic social competencies among nursing students by comparing their scores before and during the pandemic. Method: Retrospective data from 235 responses from 3rd-grade nursing students were analyzed. The data were separated into two groups—158 respondents before-pandemic and 77 respondents during-pandemic. Respondents were asked to complete a measurement scale two months after the beginning of the 3rd-grade module. Results: Our results showed the during-pandemic group’s averages were higher than the before-pandemic group’s. During the pandemic, nursing students using home-based online learning could not self-evaluate accurately because they could not practice in the field. Conclusion: Nursing students who were studying during the during-pandemic self-assessed themselves higher than those who were studying during the before-pandemic because they could not compare with the other students, and the results showed that misunderstandings may arise.

Transversal Competencies of a Clinical Mentor in Nursing Graduate Studies

Introduction: The focus of clinical mentoring in nursing specialists is to develop both generic or transversal skills, as well as specific skills needed to assess their profile and become a graduate student under the guidance of experts. Objective: The objective of this study is to diagnose the transversal competencies of clinical mentors from the Unique Program of Nursery Specialties (UPNS) in student body training. Method: This study utilized a descriptive and phenomenological interpretative approach. Twelve informants from UPNS participated, and the variables were clinical mentoring and transversal competencies from novice and senior mentors. Two focus groups were conducted for data collection, and data analysis was performed according to Strauss and Corbin. All participants provided signed informed consent. Results: Post-analysis of qualitative data revealed three categories with subcategories. Category 1: Strengths of clinical mentors in three dimensions. Sub-categories: 1.1) PD: Academic and personal companionship;1.2) PD: Guidance with humanist focus and feedback from mentor to student in real scenarios;1.3) PD: Guidance in the teaching-learning process;1.4) DD: Integration of theoretical-practical knowledge and development of advanced abilities in nursing for clinical practice;1.5) CD: Responsibility and commitment from student’s characteristics to group’s general statements. Category 2: Competencies that lead the clinical mentor in pedagogy, discipline and generic dimensions, reported 9 subcategories six of them focused on the didactics of clinical mentors, and three on the interpersonal communication between mentors. Category 3: Opportunity areas to develop by the clinical mentor. From a mentor’s perspective, eight subcategories revealed transversal competencies that define a clinical mentor for UPNS. In this state, competencies are oriented toward the pedagogical and interpersonal communication dimensions, but central aspects are recognized between disciplines, namely, precise theoretical-practical knowledge, clinical experience in the field of specialty, certification as a specialist, and updated knowledge. Conclusions: The profile of clinical mentors from UPNS clearly identifies transversal competencies in clinical teaching and interpersonal communication, both of which are important. In terms of professional competencies, there are leaders in nursing specialty, meaning that these competencies are specific in such cases.

Cultivation of Core Competencies of History in Middle Schools:Taking the Lesson of Primitive Farming Life as an Example

The cultivation of history teaching in middle schools involves many aspects and multi-level teaching factors such as classroom teaching objectives,teaching methods and teaching means.Taking the Lesson of Primitive Farming Life in the seventh grade volume 1 of People’s Education Press as an example,this paper discussed the cultivation of core competencies of history in middle schools,to improve the implementation process of history courses and promote the cultivation of students’discipline competencies.

基于乡村振兴视角的科技特派员胜任力分析

选取山西省科技特派员为研究对象,利用主成分分析法,从科技特派员和服务对象两个视角进行科技特派员服务乡村振兴活动的调研,构建科技特派员的胜任力模型,并进行指标重要性与满意度的比较分析。研究发现,在乡村振兴背景下,科技特派员的胜任力模型包括知识经验、专业技能、态度价值观、动机特质和服务绩效5个维度34项指标。科技特派员知识经验、专业技能、态度价值观和服务绩效的重要性与科技特派员服务对象满意度之间存在差异。因此,应根据该胜任力模型及服务对象满意度规范科技特派员服务乡村振兴的选拔录用机制、优化培训系统和强化目标考核激励机制。

基于TIG模式的层级培训对妇幼医院急诊护士核心能力及岗位胜任力的影响

目的 探讨基于TIG模式的层级培训对妇幼医院急诊护士核心能力及岗位胜任力的影响。方法 选取2020年6月—2022年5月妇幼医院急诊护士68名,采用随机数字表法分为对照组(34名)和研究组(34名)。对照组采用传统培训,研究组采用基于TIG模式的层级培训。对比两组护士培训结束时理论及操作考核成绩、核心能力及岗位胜任力。结果 研究组护士理论及操作考核成绩与对照组比较均明显升高,差异明显(P<0.05)。研究组护士岗位胜任力评估量表各维度评分与对照组比均明显升高,差异明显(P<0.05)。研究组护士核心能力量表各维度评分与对照组比均明显升高,差异明显(P<0.05)。结论 基于TIG模式的层级培训有助于提升妇幼医院急诊护士理论及操作考核成绩、核心能力、岗位胜任力。

信息技术支持的英语“评—学—教”一体化探究

教育目标转变与信息技术发展共同带来英语教学模式的变革。新课标背景下,如何借助信息技术有效提升学生核心素养受到持续的关注与探讨。研究认为,以英语学科能力发展为核心的“评—学—教”一体化理念,通过建设学科能力导向的测评工具和学习资源库,能够依托信息技术为教与学提供个性化服务,推动学生核心素养发展。依托大数据服务平台,实施“评—学—教”一体化实践,能够精准评价学生核心素养、推动学生个性化自主学习、提升教师精准教学能力、深化线上线下融合教学。

基于交互场景的教师数字化教学能力诊断研究

数字技术的强势推动,对教师的教学能力提出了新要求,即教师应具备数字化教学能力。在此背景下,厘清数字化教学能力的内涵并对教师的数字化教学能力进行诊断,成为破除技术应用浅、转化效果弱等现实困境的关键。基于此,文章采用问卷调查和访谈的方法,对教师的数字化教学应用现状和教师在开展数字技术融合教学过程中存在的主要问题进行了分析,并对这些问题出现的主要原因进行了探讨。在此基础上,本研究依托场景交互理论和能力迁移假设,设计了基于交互场景的教师数字化教学能力诊断模型。此模型以技术储备为“原点”,是一个包含数字化教学、技术应用、教师专业发展的三维模型。在此模型的指导下,本研究提出了包含实验实施、数据挖掘、诊断分析、案例萃取四个环节的基于交互场景的教师数字化教学能力诊断实施路径,以期为教师数字化能力诊断提供模型参考,并助力教师数字素养提升,实现高质量教育的可持续发展。

《欧洲语言共同参考框架》(增补版)文本阅读能力体系的解读与重构

《欧洲语言共同参考框架:学习、教学、评估》自2001年发布以来,对世界范围内的语言教学产生了广泛而深刻的影响。2020年发布的增补版向使用者呈现了更适应当代语言教学的语言能力体系、语言能力等级和语言能力量表,其中提出的全新的文本阅读能力体系,对阅读学习、阅读教学与评估具有重要指导意义。文章对该版文本阅读相关内容进行了梳理和解读,通过分析其优点和不足,尝试将该文本阅读能力体系重构为由两种视角、八大参项、228项指标构成的三级评估体系。两种视角为文本内容视角和学习者能力视角,分别对应文本类型、话题类型、文本可读性、语言庄典度,和知识能力、策略能力、理解能力、熟练程度等八大参项,每个参项又可细化为若干具体指标,以期对阅读教学、学习以及阅读能力评估产生积极的引导作用。

数字权力的理论谱系

权力本质上是一种行动能力和组织能力。从人类社会生产史角度审视,权力并非起源于国家,而是源自具备开展社会生活,实现组织意志和组织技术的社会共同体。从作用机制看,权力不是由实施权力的意愿决定的,而是由实施权力的机制和能力决定的。从新石器时代开始,摆脱“亚人类”状态的人类社会开始建立有组织的生产模式,依靠稳定的空间建构、社会合作、有效支配,建构集体性社会协作和结构性的权力网络。近代国家形成的过程,实际上是权力国家化和合法垄断权力的过程。数字权力基于源代码、算法运行的计算网络、作为算法决策基础的大数据,在数字化决策能力基础上产生的一种全新的权力形态。这种权力形态强化了权力的网络力量,提升了权力的行动力量,濡化了权力的强制力量,造成一种“超越国家”的理论假象。数字权力并未改变权力的国家属性,但拓展了权力的实施空间,造成了国家对数字社会的技术依赖,将从根本上重构国家权力与公民权利的关系。

基于学生核心素养培养的评价体系建构及实践初探

从学生核心素养培养视角出发,尝试构建基于学生核心素养培养的评价体系,并将其应用于能源与环境创新创业实训课程的教学。研究指出,新构建的评价体系的评价主体、评价方法、评价指标和评价结果四个方面都有对学生核心素养的培养起到促进作用,最大程度发挥了教师和学生两大生态主体的积极性,有效加强针对学生核心素养的培养。

基于内容分析法的临床药师岗位胜任力指标构建

目的 对国内外临床药师胜任力评价指标进行内容分析,为临床药师岗位胜任力构建提供参考。方法 检索国内外临床药师岗位胜任力相关文献,采用内容分析法对符合标准的文献进行分析。结果 最终纳入22篇文献及14篇胜任力评估框架及模型,提取个人素质、知识、个人能力、药学服务、教研5个一级类目、15个二级类目及61个三级类目。结论 初步构建了临床药师岗位胜任力指标体系,为临床药师开展实践工作提供参考。

数字经济时代管理咨询行业情报工作胜任力模型优化研究

[目的/意义]随着新一轮科技革命和产业变革不断深入,管理咨询行业日益受到重视,尤其在当前数字经济背景下,根据管理咨询行业目前的发展情况,急需对情报工作胜任力模型优化升级,为我国对管理咨询行业情报工作的有效管理提供科学参考。[方法/过程]梳理目前管理咨询企业中情报工作者胜任力不明确而造成的人才流失严重、高学历与复合型人才稀缺、人才选择与培养机制不完善等问题,在研究中通过词频统计法确定胜任特征、问卷调查法验证胜任力模型,并采用灰色关联度法对胜任力模型进行优化得出最终的情报工作胜任力模型。[结果/结论]针对情报工作者胜任力不明确这一根本原因,以优化后的胜任力模型为基础,从个人、企业、政府三个方面对管理咨询行业情报胜任力提升给出科学建议。