Attitudes of Special Education Teachers in Jordanian Private Schools towards the Inclusion of Autistic Children in These Schools: Empirical Study

The present study aimed to explore the attitudes of special education teachers in Jordanian private schools towards the inclusion of autistic children in these schools. The researcher adopted a descriptive analytical approach. He selected a random sample that consists from 70 female and male special education teachers. Those teachers were selected from 14 private schools located in Amman, Jordan. Questionnaire forms were distributed to those teachers by hand. All the distributed forms were retrieved and deemed valid for analysis. To analyse data, the SPSS software and descriptive statistical methods were used. Several results were reached. For instance, special education teachers in Jordanian private schools have negative attitudes towards the inclusion of autistic children in these schools. In addition, such inclusion shall not encourage autistic children to engage in group games with their normal peers. It shall not improve the social, academic and adaptive skills of those students nor their capability to face challenges independently. Jordanian private schools have many resources and adequate funds for supporting such inclusion. Keywords: Attitudes, special education, inclusion, autism, private schools, Jordan DOI: 10.7176/JEP/11-27-07 Publication date:September 30th 202

Estimation Using Bivariate Extreme Ranked Set Sampling With Application To The Bivariate Normal Distribution

In this article, the procedure of bivariate extreme ranked set sampling (BVERSS) is introduced and investigated as a procedure of obtaining more accurate samples for estimating the parameters of bivariate populations. This procedure takes its strength from the advantages of bivariate ranked set sampling (BVRSS) over the usual ranked set sampling in dealing with two characteristics simultaneously, and the advantages of extreme ranked set sampling (ERSS) over usual RSS in reducing the ranking errors and hence in being more applicable. The BVERSS procedure will be applied to the case of the parameters of the bivariate normal distributions. Illustration using real data is also provided

Inference on Overlapping Coefficients in Two Exponential Populations

Three measures of overlap, namely Matusita’s measureρ , Morisita’s measure λ and Weitzman’s measure Δ are investigated in this article for two exponential populations with different means. It is well that the estimators of those measures of overlap are biased. The bias is of these estimators depends on the unknown overlap parameters. There are no closed-form, exact formulas, for those estimators variances or their exact sampling distributions. Monte Carlo evaluations are used to study the bias and precision of the proposed overlap measures. Bootstrap method and Taylor series approximation are used to construct confidence intervals for the overlap measures

Traumatic obturator dislocation of the hip joint: a case report and review of the literature

We describe a case of traumatic obturator hip dislocation in an adult. Closed reduction was done under general anesthesia. Post-reduction radiographs showed concentric and congruent reduction of the right hip. Traction was applied for three weeks followed by progressive mobilization and loading. Follow up for two years after the injury showed that the patient achieved a full recovery without any evidence of hip pain or a decreased range of motion. There were no signs of osteonecrosis of the femoral head.Keywords: Hip dislocation, obturator, closed reduction, osteonecrosi

Intérêt du clou rétrograde dans les fractures du fémur distal: à propos de 07 cas

Ce travail rapporte une série de sept cas de fractures de l’extrémité inférieure du fémur traitées par enclouage centromédullaire rétrograde au service de traumatologie orthopédie au centre hospitalier Ibn Sina durant la période du 30/05/2010 au 30/04/2015. L’âge moyen de nos patients est de 54 ans avec une légère prédominance Masculine (57,1%). Les accidents de la voie publique ont représenté la principale étiologie (71,4%) et le côté droit était le plus touché (57,1%). Sur le plan opératoire, le délai moyen de l'intervention était de 2 jours. La rachi anesthésie a été réalisé dans cinq cas. La durée moyenne d’hospitalisation était de 5 jours. L’ensemble de nos patients ont consolidé dans un délai moyen de 4 mois, avec un cas de retard de consolidation à 6 mois. Nous avons obtenu de bons résultats fonctionnels avec une flexion moyenne du genou à 120°, avec un seul cas de flexion limité à 90°. Dans notre série, on avait constaté un seul cas de retard de consolidation et un seul cas de pseudarthrose. Nous n’avons noté aucun décès ni sepsis superficiel ou profond, ni complication thromboembolique ou embolie graisseuse, nos résultats étaient en général satisfaisants, ce qui nous donne le droit de dire que l’enclouage rétrograde du fémur reste une technique d’ostéosynthèse qui a toute sa place dans le traitement chirurgical des fractures distales du fémur

Organizational Learning's Effect on Business Performance and High-Performance Human Resource

Purpose: The principal intention of this manuscript is to investigate the impact of “Perceived High-Performance Human Resource” (HpHR) in the telecommunications industry, such as “Extensive Training” (ExTr), “Performance Management” (PerMang), “Performance Appraisal” (PerApp), “Performance-Based Compensation” (PerComp), “Empowerment” (Empnt), and “Competency Development” (CompDev). Furthermore, the function of “Organizational Learning” (OrgLerng) as a relation between “Human Resources” (HumRes) practicing that lead to high achievement and BusPer has been investigated.   Theoretical framework: The theories were tested using “Structural Equation Modeling” (SEM). Design/methodology/approach: The census method was used to collect information from telecommunications personnel in specific sections of Iraq (North Iraq). The “Confirmatory Factor Analysis” (CFAs) was utilized to check and confirm the data's reliability and validity.   Research, Practical & Social implications: The “Organizational Learning” (OrgLerng) also acts as a relation among high-performing practicing of HR and organizational acting. The consequences for management have also been discussed.   Findings:  The “High Performance” (HiPer) methods, according to the report, have a helpful influence on the success of the organization.

On Matched Pairs Sign Test Using Bivariate Ranked Set Sampling: An Application to Environmental Issues

The matched pairs sign test using bivariate ranked set sampling (BVRSS) is introduced and investigated. We show that this test is asymptotically more efficient than its counterpart sign test based on a bivariate simple random sample (BVSRS). The asymptotic null distribution and the efficiency of the test are derived. The Pitman asymptotic relative efficiency is used to compare the asymptotic performance of the matched pairs sign test using BVRSS versus using BVSRS. For small sample sizes, the bootstrap method is used to estimate P-values. Numerical comparisons are used to gain insight about the efficiency of the BVRSS sign test compared to the BVSRS sign test. Our numerical and theoretical results indicate that using BVRSS for the matched pairs sign test is substantially more efficient than using BVSRS. Illustration using palm trees data from sultanate of Oman is provided. Key words: Bootstrap method, bivariate ranked set sample, power of the test, P-value of the test, Pitman\u27s relative efficiency, sign test

TRUSTING THE PHARMACIST IN DELIVERING MEDICATION INFORMATION: A COMMUNITY-BASED PERSPECTIVE

Objective: Optimal disease management is influenced by a solid patient-health provider relationship; which includes trust in the provider. The study compares respondents’ trust in pharmacists and physicians for the delivery of drug information. Methods: Residents of 3 rural communities in Lebanon, aged 40 and above, were invited to participate in the study, 760 accepted. Participants were asked who they trust the most with information about their medication: their physician or their pharmacist. Results: Of the total sample, 154 chose the pharmacist as their most trusted source of medication information (20%). Characteristics associated with choosing the pharmacist were: being a male (29.3% vs 16.2% p<.001), of younger age (31.5% among<50 y, 18.8% among 50-64 y, and 14.6% among 65+years p<.001), single (31.6% vs 21.9% married and 9.3 others, p=0.023), working (39.2% vs15.7% p<.001), and insured (2.3% vs 16.4% p=0.048). The multivariate logistic regression model revealed that having a family member with hypertension (OR=1.86 95% 1.23-2.82), or cardiovascular (OR=3.39 95%CI 1.55-7.45) increased the likelihood of trusting pharmacists over medical doctor. On the other hand, a self-report of cardiovascular disease (OR=0.34 95% CI 0.12-0.95) and taking medication (OR=0.41 95% CI 0.25-0.67) were associated with a decrease in the trust in the pharmacist in favor of the physician. Conclusion: Although pharmacists are the drug specialists, the majority of the Lebanese rural community residents reported higher trust in their physicians with information about their medication(s)

AI-Based Novel Camera System with Software Defined Radio Transceiver On-board

Standard RGB camera combines the number of pixels to perform RGB color, so for having each color represented in each pixel separately, three different cameras are required with different band pass filters that allow only the required color signal to pass into the sensor. The most complicated part of developing such a system is the calibration of the cameras and building a system that can read out from different sensors and integrate the result. The other challenge in the CubeSat is the limited access time and the restricted data rate speed. Also, the high speed of the CubeSat leads to have so blurring images and some other noisy images. Moreover, in some cases where it is cloudy, the captured images have cloud-only. Thus, having an intelligent system that can classify the images using machine learning algorithms as valuable images for downlink or not valuable. Valuable images mean they are clear, no cloud, and not blurring

The retention of health human resources in primary healthcare centers in Lebanon: a national survey

BACKGROUND: Critical shortages of health human resources (HHR), associated with high turnover rates, have been a concern in many countries around the globe. Of particular interest is the effect of such a trend on the primary healthcare (PHC) sector; considered a cornerstone in any effective healthcare system. This study is a rare attempt to investigate PHC HHR work characteristics, level of burnout and likelihood to quit as well as the factors significantly associated with staff retention at PHC centers in Lebanon. METHODS: A cross-sectional design was utilized to survey all health providers at 81 PHC centers dispersed in all districts of Lebanon. The questionnaire consisted of four sections: socio-demographic/ professional background, organizational/institutional characteristics, likelihood to quit and level of professional burnout (using the Maslach-Burnout Inventory). A total of 755 providers completed the questionnaire (60.5% response rate). Bivariate analyses and multinomial logistic regression were used to determine factors associated with likelihood to quit. RESULTS: Two out of five respondents indicated likelihood to quit their jobs within the next 1–3 years and an additional 13.4% were not sure about quitting. The top three reasons behind likelihood to quit were poor salary (54.4%), better job opportunities outside the country (35.1%) and lack of professional development (33.7%). A U-shaped relationship was observed between age and likelihood to quit. Regression analysis revealed that high levels of burnout, lower level of education and low tenure were all associated with increased likelihood to quit. CONCLUSIONS: The study findings reflect an unstable workforce and are not conducive to supporting an expanded role for PHC in the Lebanese healthcare system. While strategies aiming at improving staff retention would be important to develop and implement for all PHC HHR; targeted retention initiatives should focus on the young-new recruits and allied health professionals. Particular attention should be dedicated to enhancing providers’ role satisfaction and sense of job security. Such initiatives are of pivotal importance to stabilize the workforce and ensure its longevity