Preparing medical graduates to care for geriatric patients: A case study of the undergraduate medical curriculum at a South African university by Keshena Naidoo, Jacqueline van Wyk

“…Semi-structured interviews were conducted with health professions educators. …”
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Family and Staff Cooperation in Early Childhood Special Education by Nilay Kayhan, Kübra Demiröz

“…The data of the study, which was conducted in the phenomenological design of qualitative research methods, were obtained with the semi-structured interview technique and analyzed with content analysis.Findings: Findings were discussed under the titles cooperation experiences, family participation and needs, early childhood special education, staff, institution features, opinion and suggestions. …”
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Bridging the theory and practice divide in pre-service language teacher education: A focus on teacher educators’ expertise from in-service teachers' vantage point by George E.K. Whitehead, Sezen Arslan

“…Data were collected through in-depth semi-structured interviews and were thematically coded using NVivo 14 software. …”
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The influence of nursing handover on nurses' mental health: A scoping review by Margarida A. R. Tomás, Marisa R. Soares, Joaquim M. Oliveira-Lopes, Luís M. M. Sousa, Vânia L. D. Martins

“…Conversely, handovers function as structured rituals providing peer support and a sense of control, helping nurses manage psychological demands. …”
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Assessing food insecurity strategies across twelve countries from different income levels: a sustainability and food systems perspective by Farah Slim, Zeinab Ibrahim, Imad Toufeili, Amira Haddarah, Abderahman Rejeb

“…This study critically analyzes the food security strategies of twelve countries across four income groups, as classified by the World Bank: Low-Income (Malawi, Afghanistan, Ethiopia), Lower-Middle-Income (Nigeria, India, Lebanon), Upper-Middle-Income (Maldives, Brazil, China) and High-Income (Canada, Germany, United Arab Emirates). Using a structured narrative review of national policies and programs (2016–2024) sourced from academic databases, government publications, and international reports, we assess the alignment of strategies with the sustainability pillars (economic, social, environmental) and six key agri-food system interventions. …”
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Exercise as Modulator of Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) in Children: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials by Markel Rico-González, Daniel González-Devesa, Carlos D. Gómez-Carmona, Adrián Moreno-Villanueva

“…Methodological quality was mostly fair, with four studies rated as fair and one as good. Conclusions: Structured physical exercise may enhance BDNF levels in healthy children, with neuromotor activities and martial arts showing particular promise. …”
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The effect of strength training on IL-6 levels and muscle fitness: an empirical study on sedentary adolescents by Yanuar Alfan Triardhana, I Dewa Made Aryananda Wijaya Kusuma, Bayu Agung Pramono, Shery Iris Zalillah, Dewangga Yudhistira

“…Discussion: Strength training effectively reduces inflammation and enhances fitness, consistent with prior exercise research. Conclusion: Structured strength training significantly improves IL-6 levels and muscular fitness, supporting its role in addressing adolescent sedentarism. …”
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Supporting Children and Their Families in Gauteng Public Schools: The Roles of School Social Workers by Gift Khumalo, Nolwazi Ngcobo, Mbongeni Shadrack Sithole

“…Data were collected from 22 purposively selected participants, comprising school social workers, supervisors, and provincial managers of school social work programs. Semi-structured interviews were conducted to collect data, and thematic analysis was employed to identify themes. …”
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A comprehensive survey on machine learning for workplace injury analysis: risk prediction, return to work strategies, and demographic insights by Gonzalo A. Vivian, Richard A. Bauder, Taghi M. Khoshgoftaar

“…Moreover, research gaps are identified, particularly regarding the emerging potential of advanced ML techniques, such as deep learning and large language models (LLMs), for analyzing structured and unstructured safety data, methods that have not yet been widely applied in workplace injury research. …”
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Health rights of inmates in correctional facilities in Korea as of 2016: a cross-sectional study by Young Su Ju, Myoung-hee Kim, Jun Yim, Minyoung Choung

“…Overall, 1,057 inmates were surveyed, representing 1.84% of the total inmate population of 57,560 as of September 30, 2016. A structured questionnaire was distributed to these inmates, and upon collection, the responses were analyzed. …”
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A Qualitative Research on the Determination of Toxic Personality Traits by Benan Arda, Pelin Kanten

“…Within the scope of the research, interviews were conducted with 36 participants through a semi-structured questionnaire based on different criteria such as gender, age, marital status and level of education. …”
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How practitioners conceptualize and operationalize transportation equity in Delaware’s capital expenditure process by Philip Barnes, Andrea L. Pierce, Calaia S. Jackson

“…This research project employs semi-structured interviews with key personnel in the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) and local Metropolitan Planning Organizations to illuminate their conceptualization of equity and how it influences capital expenditures for the state’s transportation systems. …”
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A Coaching-Based Training for Underrepresented Mentors in STEM by Molly E. Tuck, Kaylee A. Palomino, Julie A. Bradley, Margaret Mohr-Schroeder, Luke H. Bradley

“…These findings suggest that structured coaching-based training can build a supportive environment, benefiting both mentors and mentees.…”
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Moving Minds: How Physical Activity Shapes Motivation and Self-Concept in School Children by Slobodan Pavlović, Vladan Pelemiš, Marko Badrić, Dalibor Stević, Nebojša Mitrović

“…These findings underscore the need for well-structured and engaging physical education programs that support active participation and enhance pupils’ overall well-being.…”
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From classroom to clinic: a qualitative study of gendered experiences among nursing students and educators in Türkiye by Sevim Şen Olgay, Begüm Kırık, Esra Uğur, Hediye Arslan Özkan

“…Methods A qualitative descriptive design was employed, using semi-structured individual interviews with 14 nursing students and 15 educators. …”
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The role of farmer discussion groups in promoting sustainable farming practices: Drivers of participation and environmental impact by Adewale H. Adenuga, Claire Jack

“…Encouraging farmer participation in structured discussion groups could be a viable pathway to achieving agricultural sustainability goals.…”
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Unleashing the Potential of Physical Activity in Type 2 Diabetic Postmenopausal Women: A Review by Sonali Guliya, Subhasish Chatterjee

“…Conclusion: The collective evidence from this review presents a strong argument for implementing structured exercise programs addressing various health outcomes for postmenopausal women. …”
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Through their eyes: enhancing teacher awareness of visual impairments via extended reality simulations (REALTER) by Mattia Barbieri, Valentina Pennazio, Silvio P. Sabatini, Monica Gori

“…Following the simulation, participants completed a structured evaluation assessing perceived educational value, emotional impact, and potential applications in teacher training.ResultsParticipants reported a significant increase in their understanding of the challenges faced by students with low vision. …”
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Investigating barriers to green human resource management implementation at a South African government department by Farai Nyika, Precious Nompumelelo Nqobile Nkosi-Mahla, Khalida Akbar

“…Design/methodology/approach: With Institutional Theory and the Resource-Based View guiding the study, eight HR experts participated in semi-structured interviews as part of a qualitative approach. …”
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BLENDED LEARNING IN THE SYSTEM OF PROFESSIONAL TRAINING OF STUDENTS AT HIGHER MEDICAL EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS by V.O. Ruzhanska, Y.P. Pashkova, G.O. Palahniuk, L.M. Sursaieva, M.O. Matohniuk

“…This article explores diverse interpretations, models, and structured concepts of blended learning integrated into the educational curriculum of higher medical institutions. …”
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