Innowacyjny nauczyciel w zmieniającej się rzeczywistości szkolnej

An innovative teacher is a specialist who is open to novelties, competent, reliable and respected. His approach to the surrounding reality and students is creative. He is kind, friendly and helpful in creating the educational and professional feature of his pupils. He is able to solve problems, and primarily he is open to changes. He also takes care of the development of his students. The aim of the paper is to present the results of the survey done among the teachers from a junior high school, concerning the tasks of a teacher – innovator. The highest percentage of the teachers asked are aimed at their own development. It is the result of self-education and self-improvement, but essentially, it takes place while participating in various forms of improvement.Nauczyciel innowator to specjalista, otwarty na nowości, kompetentny, godny zaufania i szacunku. Ma kreatywne podejście do otaczającej go rzeczywistości i uczniów. Jest życzliwy, przyjacielski i pomocny w kreowaniu przyszłości edukacyjnej i zawodowej swoich podopiecznych. Potrafi rozwiązywać problemy, a przede wszystkim jest otwarty na zmiany. Dba również o rozwój swoich uczniów. Celem opracowania jest przedstawienie wyników opinii nauczycieli gimnazjum na temat realizacji zadań nauczyciela innowatora. Największy odsetek badanych ukierunkowany jest na własny rozwój. Następuje on w wyniku samokształcenia, samodoskonalenia, ale przede wszystkim poprzez uczestniczenie w różnych formach doskonalenia

Pericarp of colored-seeded common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) varieties a potential source of polyphenolic compounds

ArticleBioactive substances produced by plants are defined as secondary metabolites causing different pharmacological effects in human organism. Various plant raw materials, some known as vegetables or spices, are their source. Pericarp of white-seeded common bean varieties is a pharmacopoeial product traditionally used as an antidiabetic agent. The object of this study was to evaluate the biological value of pericarp of colored beans (cultivars: ‘Małopolanka’, ‘Nida’, ‘Rawela’, ‘Tip Top’, and ‘Nigeria’) compared to the reference white-seeded cultivar (‘Laponia’). Bean pericarp was characterized by a high level of polyphenolic compounds and antioxidant activity. Its phenolic acid content (expressed as caffeic acid equivalents) was at a similar level, at least 0.1 mg g -1 (0.01%). The highest amount of flavonoids was accumulated by the cultivars with dark blue and black seeds, respectively 0.138 and 0.139 mg g -1 DW, as well as by the whiteseeded cultivar (0.132 mg g -1 DW). The highest antioxidant activity (AA) was found for bean extracts of the cultivars ‘Laponia’ and ‘Małopolanka’, respectively 12.35 and 12.10%. Phenolic acid content was significantly positively correlated with AA of the bean extracts tested. This study indicates that pericarp of the colored-seeded bean cultivars is characterized by high biological value and can be used as a source of polyphenolic compounds

Przemoc domowa a funkcjonowanie młodzieży w szkole w okresie adolescencji

Violence in family is the most dramatic and the most frequent social problem. It violates freedom, personal interests and basic rights for health and life of family members. Violence in family has an enormous influence on the youth’s growing up in the period of adolescence. Both physical and mental harm that young people experience are disclosed in different forms and cover all spheres of life. Interference in functioning of young people both at school and in society appear under the influence of unfavorable family conditioning. The aim of the analysis is defining the influence of violence in family on functioning of youth at school and in domestic environment. Violence is a very sensitive topic, and because of this young people need support from every institution, a person who undertakes interventions related to ensuring safety to victims of violence and mitigating its negative effects. In order to ensure greater comfort for young people experiencing domestic violence, it is necessary to systematically carry out trainings and workshops for employees of schools and educational institutions, community centers and environmental clubs and for employees of municipal social welfare centers employees on working with the family with the problem of domestic violence.Przemoc w rodzinie jest najbardziej dramatycznym, ale również powszechnym problemem społecznym. W stosunku do członków rodziny narusza ich wolność, godność, dobra osobiste i podstawowe prawo do zdrowia i życia. Przemoc w rodzinie ma olbrzymi wpływ na rozwój młodzieży w okresie adolescencji. Fizyczne i psychiczne krzywdy, jakich doświadcza młodzież krzywdzona, ujawniają się w różnej formie i obejmują wszystkie sfery jej życia. Pod wpływem niekorzystnych uwarunkowań rodzinnych występują zakłócenia funkcjonowania młodzieży w szkole i w społeczeństwie. Celem opracowania jest określenie wpływu przemocy w rodzinie na funkcjonowanie młodzieży w środowisku szkolnym i domowym. Przemoc jest bardzo drażliwym tematem, dlatego młodzież potrzebuje wsparcia ze strony każdej instytucji czy osoby, która podejmuje działania interwencyjne związane z zapewnieniem bezpieczeństwa osobom poszkodowanym przemocą oraz z łagodzeniem negatywnych skutków przemocy. Dla zapewnienia większego komfortu młodzieży doznającej przemocy domowej należy systematycznie przeprowadzać szkolenia i warsztaty dla pracowników szkół i instytucji oświatowych, świetlic i klubów środowiskowych oraz pracowników miejskich ośrodków pomocy społecznej na temat pracy z rodziną z problemem przemocy domowej

Aspiracje edukacyjno-zawodowe studentów

Educational and professional aspirations are the desire to achieve significant education level needed to perform planned profession. Aspirations determine people’s behaviours and stimulate to realize life goals. Aspirations are one of people’s most importantreasons to perform, they have a big impact on taking innovative actions intended to transform and improve people’s lives and their environment. Educational and professional aspirations play a big role in the process of young people’s education and professional development. In the case of graduates, finding stable and well-paid job is a priority. The aim of the paper is to show the diagnosis outcome of first and second-degree students’ educational and professional aspirations. In the case of first-degree students, educational and professional aspirations link with continuing studies, whereas second-degree students are ready to enter professional market and find employment. Education is a factor, which helps them realize their life and professional plans.Aspiracje edukacyjno-zawodowe to chęć osiągnięcia znacznego poziomu wykształcenia potrzebnego do wykonywania planowanego zawodu. Determinują zachowania ludzi, pobudzają do realizacji planów życiowych. Są jednym z ważniejszych motywów ludzkiego działania, mają duży wpływ na podejmowanie działań innowacyjnych zmierzających do przekształcania i doskonalenia samego siebie oraz swego środowiska. Odgrywają ogromną rolę w procesie kształcenia i rozwoju zawodowym młodych ludzi. W przypadku absolwentów studiów wyższych wysoką pozycję wśród priorytetów zajmuje znalezienie stałej i dobrze płatnej pracy. Celem opracowania jest przedstawienie wyników przeprowadzonej diagnozy aspiracji edukacyjno-zawodowych studentów I i II stopnia studiów. W przypadku studentów I stopnia aspiracje edukacyjno-zawodowe głównie wiążą się z kontynuowaniem nauki, natomiast wśród studentów II stopnia widoczna jest gotowość do wejścia na rynek pracy i pewność uzyskania zatrudnienia. Wykształcenie jest dla nich czynnikiem prowadzącym do realizacji planów życiowych i zawodowych

Pedagogiczna interpretacja zajęć komputerowych w programach kształcenia zintegrowanego

Using a computer in the process of integrated education offers great possibilities in achieving the effects of teaching. It requires, though, a teacher’s commitment and invention. ICT classes in integrated education aim at developing the abilities of using modern information- communication technology. The purpose of the research was to analyze the curricula in integrated education. The aims, content and suggestions regarding ICT classes and ways of assessing knowledge have been analyzed. In order to achieve the aim, thirteen chosen curricula presented on the website of the Centre for Education Development have been taken into account.Stosowanie komputera w nauczaniu zintegrowanym pozwala osiągać lepsze efekty nauczania. Wymaga to jednak zaangażowania i inwencji ze strony nauczyciela. Zajęcia komputerowe w kształceniu zintegrowanym mają na celu rozwijanie umiejętności posługiwania się nowoczesnymi technologiami informacyjno-komunikacyjnymi. Celem niniejszego opracowania była analiza programów nauczania w kształceniu zintegrowanym. Oglądowi poddano cele, treści oraz sugestie dotyczące realizacji zajęć komputerowych i sposobów oceniania. Dlatego też uwzględniono trzynaście wybranych programów prezentowanych na stronie Ośrodka Rozwoju Edukacji

Ecological risk assessment of chemical contaminants in stormwater sediments

Contaminants bound to suspended solids transported by stormwater pose quantity and quality problems to the water ecosystem. Therefore, it is necessary to carry out an ecological risk assessment. Currently, Polish legal regulations do not require that stormwater sediments should be tested for hazardous substances prior to their removal. Ecological evaluation was performed for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and heavy metals in the sediments from three selected stormwater sedimentation tanks located in urban catchment areas of Kielce city. The purpose this study was to analyze sediments for chemical contaminants and to demonstrate the relationship between contaminant levels and physical attributes of the catchment, including land use, drainage area, age of catchment and impervious surface in the watershed. Levels of PAHs and heavy metals (Cd, Cr, Ni, Pb and Zn) in stormwater sediments were then compared with Polish regulations and ecological screening values to determine their potential risk to environment were established. The results of the current study suggest that stormwater sediments are moderately contaminated with PAHs and heavy metals according to domestic regulations. They are, however, highly contaminated according to ecological benchmarks, which are exceeded several times

Catchment management influence on the magnitude of the total solids load conveyed by the stormwater sewer system – a comparative case study

The aim of the investigations was to make a comparative analysis of TSS concentration and variability in TSS loads as well as to analyse first flush phenomena. That issue is related to the characteristics of two urban catchments located in the city of Kielce. The runoff events observed in the period of investigations (years 2009 – 2016) showed a great diversity. The analyses performed for the study revealed substantial differences in the values of TSS concentration and loads in stormwater from the catchments of concern. The highest TSS concentration in the stormwater for the catchment located at the city outskirts was 252 mg.dm-3, whereas for the catchment in the city centre that value was almost 30 – fold higher and amounted to 7432 mg.dm-3. The analysis of the runoff first flush with respect to the mass of total solids in individual rainfall events showed substantial differences in the course of the process depending on the type of catchment management. In the densely built-up area, the initial 25% and 30% of the volume of runoff transported 25-41% and 30-48% of the solids mass, respectively. In the other catchment, with low and sparsely located buildings, the maximum values of TSS mass were considerably higher and amounted to 22-83% and 28-87%

Treatment of hyperhidrosis and the role of Botulinum Toxin Type A in therapy - a literature review

Introduction: Sweat secretion is a physiological process controlled by the autonomic nervous system, and it operates independently of our will. Primary hyperhidrosis is a disease characterized by excessive sweating, which is thought to result from localized hyperstimulation of sweat glands by cholinergic sympathetic nerve fibers. It can be associated with significant occupational, physical and emotional impairment, as well as significant difficulties in social situations and personal relationships. Available therapies are limited by their short-term efficacy and, in some cases, significant side effects that can expose patients to potentially serious complications. One treatment for primary hyperhidrosis is chemodenervation of the sweat glands using botulinum toxin type A. Objective: To review the current literature and recent reports on hyperhidrosis treatment therapies. To discuss the mechanism of action and the role of botulinum toxin in treatment, as well as the potential risks associated with undertaking treatment. Materials and method: Literature review of PubMed, Google Scholar and Science Direct Conclusions: Intradermal injection of botulinum toxin A is an effective and safe therapy for severe axillary, palmar, forehead, neck and foot hyperhidrosis. Current knowledge does not indicate that this therapy is associated with dangerous complications. Unfortunately, it is not a method that permanently solves the problem of sufferers

Microscopic colitis - state of current knowledge on pathogenesis, diagnostics and treatment

Introduction and purpose Microscopic colitis is multicausal inflammatory bowel disease, which affects mostly elderly, particularly women. It is a cause of chronic, watery diarrhea. MC usually presents macroscopically normal, thus diagnosis requires colonoscopy and histological examination of colonic biopsies. MC doesn’t increase risk of colon cancer. However, it leads to impaired patients’ quality of life and reduced living activity. This review aims to sum up the current state of knowledge  about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of microscopic colitis.   Material and methods This review was based on available data collected in the PubMed database, using the following keywords:  „microscopic colitis”, “microscopic colitis treatment”, „microscopic colitis pathogenesis”, and “ microscopic colitis diagnosis”.  ConclusionsDiagnosis of MC is often delayed due to similarity of clinical manifestation with other inflammatory bowel diseases, like IBS or IBD. Raising awareness about MC as a potential cause of chronic diarrhea can lead to earlier diagnosis and increased patients’ quality of life