Development and validation of an evaluation index system of health education competence for dental nurses in China: a mixed methods study by Xiaowen Feng, Wei Xiao, Fang Shen, Ziwen Ye, Wanying Su, Anqi Cai, Xiaohong Wu, Jinsu Chen

“…Thus, strengthening the health education competence of dental nurses is important to address this issue, enhance oral health education, and support the development of an effective evaluation system. …”
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A Study on Vague Graph Structures with an Application by Zheng Kou, Maryam Akhoundi, Xiang Chen, Saber Omidi

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Investigating the youth physical activity promotion model among Chinese middle school students by Chuantong Jiang, Norsilawati Abdul Razak, Nelfianty Mohd Rasyid, Hui Cheng

“…A total of 463 samples (223 boys; 240 girls; M age = 13.08 years; SD = 0.820) were used for data analysis. Structural equation modeling (SEM) analyzed the interactive relationships among YPAP model variables. …”
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Perceptions of Academic Core Teachers and Career and Technical Educators on a Career and Technical Campus by Julie A. Patterson, MA, Ed.D

“…This study was created to address a gap in literature within Career and Technical education and perceptions of integrated curriculum models, examining how academic core teachers and Career and Technical educators perceived instructional supports and expectations, professional development opportunities, integrated co-planning and co-teaching, and creating integrated curriculums. …”
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Asymmetric effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on the Ecuadorian labor market: An analysis of job quality in a context of structural heterogeneity by Washington Quintero Montaño, Diego Linthon Delgado, Luis Espinosa Calderón

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Orthopedic Trainees’ Perception of the Educational Utility of Patient-Specific 3D-Printed Anatomical Models: A Questionnaire-Based Observational Study by Zhou X, Yi K, Shi Y

“…Primary limitations included production time (45.8%), material durability (38.6%), and limited model varieties (35.6%). Nearly half (43.2%) of residents requested more frequent practice sessions.Conclusion: 3D-printed anatomical models significantly enhance orthopedic resident education, particularly for complex structures and junior trainees. …”
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Strength-agility and fine motor are differently associated with non-verbal intelligence in dependency to sex and age in school children: Structural equation modelling multigroup ap... by Martin Musálek, Chipo Malambo, Jan Chrudimský, Jakub Kokštejn, Radka Bačáková, Šárka Vokounová

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The Role of Management Skills in the Selection of Management Model by Sports Managers by Rasool Nazari

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Integrating large language model-based agents into a virtual patient chatbot for clinical anamnesis training by Nicolas Laverde, Christian Grévisse, Sandra Jaramillo, Ruben Manrique

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Formation of potential foreign language teachers’ research competence at the university as a condition for the modernisation of education by M. M. Mombekova

“…Educational courses built upon this model can be seamlessly integrated into the curriculum as an independent module dedicated to the preparation of future foreign language teachers.…”
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A teacher leadership model validation for in-service teachers by Panya Akkaraputtapong, Hoa Thi Mai Nguyen, Ha Thanh Ngo, Nga Thi Hang Ngo

“…Data were collected via a questionnaire from 538 in-service teachers in an Asian context The EFA results (n = 260) yielded a five-factor scale structure, and the CFA results (n = 278) showed that the first-order model (CFI = 0.967, RMSEA = 0.062, SRMR = 0.044, X2/df=2.080) and second-order model (CFI = 0.959, RMSEA = 0.068, SRMR = 0.050, X2/df=2.287) of the five-factor TLS adequately fit the data. …”
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Atomic structure, fundamental electronic, optical and magnetic properties of low-dimensional structures of semiconductors by V. E. Borisenko, A. V. Krivosheeva, D. B. Migas, V. A. Pushkarchuk, A. B. Filonov, V. L. Shaposhnikov

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A low-cost simulation model for priapism detumescence training by Sachin Garach, Hanlie Dreyer, Ahmed Adam, Abdullah Laher

“…Constructed from readily available materials, the model replicates the anatomical and hepatic characteristics of priapism and was successfully integrated into a structured training programme for emergency medicine registrars. …”
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Analysing the challenges of developing English for Specific Purpose (ESP) courses for Sino-Foreign cooperative educational programs by Zizhe Huang, Siti Salina Mustakim, Norliza Ghazali

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Impact of Urban Expansion on School Quality in Compulsory Education: A Spatio-Temporal Study of Dalian, China by Zhenchao Zhang, Weixin Luan, Chuang Tian, Min Su

“…With rapid urbanization, improving school quality in compulsory education is critical for optimal educational resource allocation. …”
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Generative pre-trained transformers: ‘Ctrl+alt+create’ or ‘ctrl+alt+delete’ for IT education? by Samer Abaddi

“…Design/methodology/approach – Using a quantitative research design, this study analyzes data from a survey of IT undergraduate students interacting with GPT-based coding tools and simulations (Three filtration steps). Structural equation modeling (SEM) is used to assess the relationships between GPT attributes and coding skill enhancement outcomes, providing a robust examination of the theoretical models proposed. …”
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Seismic Performance of Large Underground Water Tank Structures Considering Fluid–Structure Interaction by Fengyuan Xu, Chengshun Xu, Mohamed Hesham El Naggar, Xiuli Du

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Investigating the accuracy of adjusting for examiner differences in multi-centre Objective Structured Clinical Exams (OSCEs). A simulation study of video-based Examiner Score Compa... by Peter Yeates, Gareth McCray

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Intrinsic Capacity of Chinese Community-Dwelling Older Adults Using WHO Integrated Care for Older People (ICOPE) Framework: Structural Equation Model Analysis by Junjun Sun, Kwanjai Amnatsatsue, Patsri Srisuwan, Patcharaporn Kerdmongkol, Dechavudh Nityasuddhi

“…Intrinsic capacity was assessed across 5 domains: locomotion, cognition, vitality, psychology, and sensory capacity (hearing and vision). Structural equation model (SEM) was used to examine relationships among intrinsic capacity, sociodemographic factors, lifestyle, family support, social participation, healthcare access, and health conditions. …”
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Can ChatGPT Boost Students’ Employment Confidence? A Pioneering Booster for Career Readiness by Yu Xiao, Li Zheng

“…This study examines the impact of ChatGPT on university students’ employment confidence, utilizing comprehensive methodologies such as regression analysis, Inverse Probability Weighting (IPW), and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The results indicate that the regular use of ChatGPT significantly enhances students’ confidence in securing employment, with stronger effects observed among undergraduate students and those in social sciences. …”
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