A mixed-method concurrent transformative study of metadiscourse markers employed by L2 speakers: does proficiency level matter? by Hiwa Weisi, Maryam Zandi

“…The comparison between interactional and interactive MDMs also revealed that L2 speakers, at all proficiency levels, use the former considerably more than the latter. The findings of this study have significant pedagogical implications for language assessment, teaching, and learning, which are discussed in the discussion section in detail.…”
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Young peoples’ reflections about using a chatbot to promote their mental wellbeing in northern periphery areas - a qualitative study by Catrine Kostenius, Frida Lindstrom, Courtney Potts, Niklas Pekkari

“…The aim of the current study was to explore and discuss Swedish young peoples’ experiences of using a chatbot designed to promote their mental wellbeing. …”
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Iranian Male and Female EFL Teachers' Attitudes towards Self-and Peer-Assessment in Descriptive Writing: A Mixed Methods Study by Hanyieh Davatgari Asl, Masoud Zoghi, Peiman Rahmani

“…AbstractThe main purpose of this exploratory sequential mixed methods study was to elicit Iranian male and female EFL teachers’ attitudes towards self-and peer-assessment in descriptive writing. …”
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Key Factors in the Continuance of Self-Service Technology and Its Mobile App Adoption—A Case Study of Convenience Stores in Taiwan by Chun-Hua Hsiao, Kai-Yu Tang

“…Drawing on the literature from self-service technology (SST) and expectation–confirmation theory, this study aims to investigate key attributes of SST and assess their impact on consumer evaluations across offline-to-online and online-to-offline channels. …”
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Why do few women choose IT-related programmes? A study of gender-specific perceptions and preferences in the context of business informatics by Dennis Schlegel, Tim Geiger

“…Originality/value – Although previous research has focused on computer science programmes, little attention has been paid specifically to B-Inf programmes, which are a distinct discipline combining computer science and business administration. This study contributes new insights into the gender-specific preferences influencing the choice of B-Inf degrees, offering practical implications for increasing female participation and addressing the IT skills gap.…”
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Islamic Education Management: A Study of Islamic Education Development and Supervision at a Private Islamic Elementary School in Sembalun District by Undiadi Undiadi, Yudin Citradin

“…This study explores the implementation of Islamic education management through the development and supervision processes at SDI al-Amanah NW Kampung Karya, Sembalun District. …”
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Mechanisms to Overcome the Homogenization of Rural Tourism Products and Improve the Competitiveness of Rural Tourist Destinations: A Case Study from China by Yiqing Su, Youyan Wang, Rui Li

“…The competitiveness of rural tourism destinations holds significant implications not only for local livelihood sustainability and regional development but also for the preservation and continuity of human civilization. …”
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A model assessment of the relationship between urban greening and ozone air quality in China: a study of three metropolitan regions by Jiawei Xu, Ben Silver, Rong Tang, Nan Wang, Xin Huang, Aijun Ding, Steve R. Arnold

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Analysis of Effective Classroom Management Strategies to Create a Conducive Learning Environment for Elementary School Students through Document Studies by Bambang Afriadi, Fitri Fitri

“…The implications of this study underscore the importance of teacher professional development in adopting adaptive and evidence-based classroom management strategies to enhance the quality of learning at the primary education level.…”
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A Comparative Analysis of Preservice Teachers’ Knowledge of Reading Instruction and Their Confidence in Supporting Struggling Readers: A Study of India and England by Johny Daniel, Radhika Misquitta, Sophie Nelson

“…This study examines the knowledge and preparedness of preservice teachers in India and England regarding the teaching of foundational reading skills. …”
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Association Between Particulate Matter 2.5 and Breast Cancer Mortality in California—A Place-Based Cross-Sectional Study by Dilpreet Sekhon, Emanuel Alcala, Jaymin Kwon, Jason Bush, Mary A. Garza

“…Furthermore, we found evidence of effect modification by the concentration of Hispanic women (β = −6.73, 95% CI [−9.37, −4.08]. This study provides evidence of a significant spatial association between PM_2.5 and BCM rates, which has policy implications for stricter air quality regulations and urban planning policies. …”
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Exploring Student-Centered Learning as a Tool to Prevent Radicalization in Islamic Junior Schools: A Case Study of Indonesia and Bangladesh by Sekar Ayu Aryani, Waston, Mahmudulhasan, Erham Budi Wiranto, Ahmad Asroni, Siti Fauziah, Muhamad Yusup

“…Findings – Results show that although SCL promotes respect for one another and critical thinking, its efficacy is limited by a systemic dependence on conventional techniques, a lack of resources, and inadequate teacher preparation.  Research implications/limitations – The study emphasizes how important it is to have resources, support at the policy level, and professional development in order to adequately utilize SCL as a deterrent to radicalization. …”
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The impact of trauma-informed practices on academic outcomes of First Nations children: a pilot study of culturally responsive supports in Australia by Govind Krishnamoorthy, Ellisa Harrison, Kay Ayre, Sayedhabibollah Ahmadi Forooshani, Emily Berger, Bronwyn Rees, Keane Wheeler, Nathan Eiby, Sabrina Ong, Vicki Dallinger, Anwaar Ulhaq

“…Abstract This pilot observational study examined the effectiveness of trauma-informed and culturally responsive behavior support practices on the academic outcomes of predominantly First Nations children in an Australian primary school. …”
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Tracking Moulting Patterns in Atlantic puffins (<i>Fratercula arctica</i>): A Seven-Year Study at Oceanário de Lisboa by Irene B. Sempere, Ana S. Ferreira, Núria D. Baylina

“…Moulting is a crucial yet challenging life-history trait to study in seabirds, particularly in the wild. Public aquariums offer valuable opportunities to collect detailed data, which, although not directly transferable to wild populations, provide important insights. …”
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Family Physicians’ Perceived Needs Regarding Their Mental Health and Wellbeing in Infectious Catastrophic Events: A Mixed Studies Literature Review by Sima Zahedi, Pierre-Paul Tellier, Francesca Luconi, Genevieve Gore, Charo Rodríguez

“…Materials and Methods: We conducted a mixed studies literature review using 2 databases, Ovid MEDLINE ALL (1946 to February 2023) and PsycInfo on Ovid (1806 to February 2023). …”
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Assessing the Health Needs of Chinese Older Adults: Findings from a Community-Based Participatory Research Study in Chicago's Chinatown by XinQi Dong, E-Shien Chang, Esther Wong, Bernarda Wong, Kimberly A. Skarupski, Melissa A. Simon

“…Perception and knowledge of health sciences research were also discussed. This study has implications for the delivery of culturally appropriate health care services to the Chinese aging population.…”
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What do people really think about the RSV vaccine? Study of unsolicited text replies from adults over 60 by E. Susanne Blazek, Sarah Deedat, Olivia Kinney, Allison M. Londerée, Stacey Frede, Amy Bucher

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AERONET sun photometer as a didactic tool for understanding aerosol refractive index in the atmosphere: a case study for central Amazon by Marco A. Franco, Pedro H.T. Tavares, Luciana V. Rizzo, Fernando G. Morais, Rafael Palácios, Paulo Artaxo

“…This interdisciplinary analysis contributes to a deeper understanding of atmospheric sciences and its implications for climate modeling and environmental assessment.…”
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Ethical attitudes and perspectives of AI use in medicine between Croatian and Slovenian faculty members of school of medicine: Cross-sectional study. by Štefan Grosek, Stjepan Štivić, Ana Borovečki, Marko Ćurković, Jaro Lajovic, Ana Marušić, Antonija Mijatović, Mirjana Miksić, Suzana Mimica, Eva Škrlep, Kristina Lah Tomulić, Vanja Erčulj

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The Declining Role of Islamic Politics and The Jokowi’s Factors in the 2024 Presidential Election: A Study of Contemporary Political Policies and Dynamics in Indonesia by M Alfan Alfian Mahyudin

“…Research methods: Methodologically, this abstract refers to a case study of the experience of Islamic parties in contesting the 2024 presidential election in Indonesia. …”
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