Developing Intercultural Awareness For Pre-Service Teachers In Thailand

This paper examined intercultural awareness as a learning outcome of the pedagogicaldesign targeting intercultural competence (IC) development among pre-service teachers in ateacher education program in Thailand. The instructional design activities aimed to develop thepre-service teacher’s intercultural awareness toward the cultural aspects that learners may notbe aware of. The study followed the action research cycle to develop the instructional activitiesover the period of two semesters. Data regarding the students’ intercultural awareness findings were elicited from 50 students taking the course. The result showed that the pre-service teachers reshaped their beliefs and values throughout their intercultural experiences in the IC-enhanced course by displaying awareness of the renewed understanding of culture, accepting multiple perspectives, and developing sensitivity and respect towards cultural differences. The suggested pedagogical activities are hoped to be shared to other professionals, especially those in teacher education programs

マウスモデルにおいてエピジェネティックなミトコンドリア生合成の増強が引き起こす抗がん免疫の促進

京都大学新制・課程博士博士(医学)甲第23603号医博第4790号京都大学大学院医学研究科医学専攻(主査)教授 上野 英樹, 教授 金子 新, 教授 河本 宏学位規則第4条第1項該当Doctor of Medical ScienceKyoto UniversityDFA

Effect of borax on immune cell proliferation and sister chromatid exchange in human chromosomes

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Borax is used as a food additive. It becomes toxic when accumulated in the body. It causes vomiting, fatigue and renal failure.</p> <p>Methods</p> <p>The heparinized blood samples from 40 healthy men were studied for the impact of borax toxicity on immune cell proliferation (lymphocyte proliferation) and sister chromatid exchange in human chromosomes. The MTT assay and Sister Chromatid Exchange (SCE) technic were used in this experiment with the borax concentrations of 0.1, 0.15, 0.2, 0.3 and 0.6 mg/ml.</p> <p>Results</p> <p>It showed that the immune cell proliferation (lymphocyte proliferation) was decreased when the concentrations of borax increased. The borax concentration of 0.6 mg/ml had the most effectiveness to the lymphocyte proliferation and had the highest cytotoxicity index (CI). The borax concentrations of 0.15, 0.2, 0.3 and 0.6 mg/ml significantly induced sister chromatid exchange in human chromosomes (<it>P </it>< 0.05).</p> <p>Conclusion</p> <p>Borax had effects on immune cell proliferation (lymphocyte proliferation) and induced sister chromatid exchange in human chromosomes. Toxicity of borax may lead to cellular toxicity and genetic defect in human.</p

A Study of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Among Resettled and Refugee Cambodians

Problem With the onset of the Cambodian holocaust, as well as over 40 years of continual war in Cambodia, the Khmer people have been subjected to an existence of prolonged exposure to disaster, contributing to the alarming prevalence of the mental health disorder of post-traumatic stress among Cambodians today. Post-traumatic stress disorder is the debilitating syndrome described as the development of characteristic symptoms following a psychologically traumatic event that is generally outside the range of usual human experience (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 3rd edition revised, [DSM-III-R], 1987). The purpose of this study was to examine the existence and evidence of this disorder among refugee and resettled Cambodians with attention given to the established themes that affect the manifestation of post-traumatic stress. Method As little has been published in the area, the diagnostic parameters from the DSM-III-R and research of post-traumatic stress disorder among Vietnam veterans were used as a background and a base for the present study. Interviews with the Indochinese located along the Thailand border refugee camps, phenomenological interviews conducted among resettled refugees, as well as follow-up interviews conducted 2 years following initial interviews were the way this study was operationalized. Results Findings include an exploration of post-traumatic stress disorder, with evidence of the alarming degree to which the disorder is experienced. The results from the informal surveys in Thailand refugee camps include evidence of all subjects suffering from PTSD. The indepth phenomenological interviews also indicate evidence that those interviewed suffer from PTSD. Theme relating to PTSD symptoms include (1) adjustment and resettlement issues continue to face resettled Cambodians, compounding PTSD symptoms, (2) a wide variety fo symptoms of PTSD exist and are exhibited to varying degrees by Cambodians, (3) family in all respects is of utmost importance and is a major source of support and strength in coping with PTSD symptomology, (4) a belief in spiritual issues influences in multiple ways, guiding, aiding, offering peace and hope in coping with PTSD, (5) issues of trust and mistrust confront resettled Cambodians as a byproduct of past trauma, and (6) the future is extremely important and is used as a coping mechanism to deal with PTSD symptoms. Conclusions Post-traumatic stress disorder among resettled and refugee Cambodian victims of prolonged trauma proves to be a serious mental health concern. In an effort to better understand post-traumatic stress disorder as it relates to Cambodian trauma victims, Western assumptions and values regarding the manifestation of symptoms, the utilization of mental health services and attitudes toward counseling must be understood in light of eastern experiences, views, and culture. To aid in this understanding, analysis of in-depth, phenomenological interviews provides information and an overview of post-traumatic stress disorder among Cambodians. It is only then that service providers can utilize effective healing and intervention in working with Cambodian victims of post-traumatic stress disorder

Why should the Web-Based Achievement Tests in English for Tourism be Implemented?

This article calls for a strong need to advocate the theoretical framework and validation procedures that underpin any web-based speaking tests in English for tourism which incorporates the World Wide Web technology in test construction, administration and data storage. In this research, an online web-based speaking test in English for tourism was developed and the test consisted of four main stages: Analysis of Target Language Use (TLU) situation, Selection and Categorization of the TLU tasks, Development of the Prototype Tasks with the consideration of the interface design, and Validation Procedures. There were a number of considerations when constructing this online test, particularly on the issue of salient features of LSP test that dealt with authenticity of test tasks and test validity, and the appropriate use of the interface design and multimedia. This study provides some insights in the integration of technology using web-based tests in English for tourism in the Thai context.

การผลิตสารเพิ่มมูลค่าสูงจากชีวมวลลิกโนเซลลูโลสValorization of Lignocellulosic Biomass to Value Added Products

The rapid growth in the global population has increased our dependence on fossil fuels. The increasing population requires more energy for economic and societal development, so they use non-renewable resources. Owing to this, global fossil fuel consumption has been increasing for the past few decades to foster the needs of a growing population. Following this unsustainable model of development has caused the depletion of fossil fuels at an alarming rate. The impact of unsustainable development is not limited to fossil fuel depletion. It has also resulted in climate change, global warming, and pollution. United Nations (UN) have considered this a grave issue and has put forward “The Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) to reduce the impact of unsustainable growth on society [1]. The UN has also urged every country to follow SDG to ensure sustainability at the global level. Apart from this, the United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP 27 conducted in Egypt in 2022 has laid down goals related to the reduction in emissions by 40% in Thailand within 2030 and following the Bio Circular Green Economy model for sustainable growth, climate change, biodiversity conversion and waste management