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(R2073) Analysis of MMAP/PH(1), PH(2)/1 Preemptive Priority Queueing Model with Single Vacation, Repair and Impatient Customers
Full text linkIn this paper, we analyse a single server preemptive priority queue with phase-type vacation and repair, feedback, working breakdown, close-down and impatient customers. Customers arrive according to the Marked Markovian Arrival Process and their service time according to Phase-type distribution. If the High Priority customers need feedback, they lose their priority and join the Low Priority queue. At any instant, if the server is broken down, the server provide service with slow mode for that current customer and then the server will go into a repair process. When there are no customers present in both the queues, the server close-down the system and then goes on vacation. During the close-down and vacation period, high priority customers may balk. The Matrix Analytic Method is used to look into the number of consumers that are currently in the system. Analysis of the steady-state, the server active period, and the total cost are all discussed. Finally, some significant performance measures and numerical examples are given
A Qualitative Exploration Of The Lived Experiences Of A White Male Social Justice Ally Administrator Confronting Structural Racism At A Predominately White Institution
No full textResearch focusing on White male allies confronting racism on Predominately White campuses remains scarce. White males in higher education dominate leadership roles and these roles still perpetuate White privilege on predominately White campuses. According to Lemaire (2001), White privilege examples can be found in four paradigms. The first is that Whiteness is normal. The second is that Whiteness is found in the execution of power. The third is that Whiteness is the standard, and the fourth is that Whiteness is American society. These findings suggest that White privilege in the academy is seen as valuable and highly regarded by those who possess it.
Ostrove and Brown (2018) noted that self-identified social justice allies have been studied; however, there is a need to study social justice allies whom people of color and other marginalized groups have identified. Patton and Bondi (2015) suggested exploring the journey of White male allies in their ally work. They suggested more research on White male allies who work to dismantle institutional and systemic barriers. This study examined the experiences of a White male social justice ally administrator and explored his experiences to identify factors that contributed to his success in confronting racism in the academy. White male social justice ally administrators in higher education who confront racism within the academy use their privilege to redefine a more equitable higher education system. Based on the participant’s responses, this researcher hopes their experiences will provide factors that influence others to continue confronting structural racism within the academy.
Keywords: racism, ally, Social Justice Ally, White men all
Barriers To Telemedicine: Factors Influencing The Adoption Of Telemedicine
Full text linkTelemedicine is a rapidly evolving health treatment capability that offers an efficient and cost-effective alternative to conventional medical care. Providing access to alternative medical treatment may mitigate the population’s stress on the medical infrastructure in the upcoming decades. This study investigated the factors influencing patient adoption of telemedicine, including patient experiences and economic considerations. A quantitative survey explored patient population’s intention to utilize telemedicine, focusing on factors influencing the patients’ decision-making processes. Analyzing the survey results, the researcher focused on five main variables: exposure to telemedicine, age, loss of income, trust in doctors, and time lost. The research findings offer valuable insights into the potential consumption of telemedicine by the population, benefiting stakeholders in the healthcare industry, lawmakers, social workers, and community activists.
Keywords: telemedicine, healthcare/health disparities, cost-effective, opportunity cost, trust in doctors, ag
Factors Influencing Graduate Students of Diverse Backgrounds in Their Selection of Occupational Therapy as a Career
Full text linkThe population of the United States is becoming more culturally diverse; however, the profession of occupational therapy does not reflect this change, whether examining educators, practitioners, or students. This study was designed to identify factors influencing graduate students of diverse backgrounds, and how a career in occupational therapy was determined. Participants for this study comprised first- and second-year occupational therapy students enrolled at Lenior-Rhyne University, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and Winston-Salem State University. A convenience sample was used to obtain the population. These universities were the only graduate-level occupational therapy programs willing to participate in the study. The schools offer a pool of one hundred and two diverse participants. Students selected occupational therapy as a career due to the availability of employment, having the opportunity to work in a healthcare profession, and earning a good salary. African American and minority students decided to pursue a career in occupational therapy during their undergraduate studies, while Caucasians decided to pursue occupational therapy as a career before their undergraduate studies. As a result, African Americans and minorities were not exposed to the profession as early as Caucasians
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Small In Number, Large In Impact: The Recruitment And Retention Of Middle School African American Male Stem Teachers
Full text linkWatson and Smitherman (1996) emphasized the important role African American male teachers can play in schools, particularly in those with African American male students. They argued that these teachers serve as positive role models and provide culturally relevant support. Gay (2020) highlighted that the lack of African American male teachers exacerbates the challenges faced by African American male students.This underrepresentation can lead to feelings of isolation and a lack of engagement. Furthermore, it may contribute to lower academic achievement and fewer opportunities for success among African American male students.
The study sought to determine (1) the perception of the need for African American male teachers in K-12 STEM Education, (2) the perception of African American teachers regarding their personal STEM education based on their decision to enter the teaching profession, (3) their perception of the value and accomplishments as African American male teachers in K-12 STEM classrooms, and (4) their perception of the impact that African American male STEM educators on African American STEM male students.
This study examined the underrepresentation of African American male STEM educators in middle schools. This research study utilized a qualitative design. The conceptual frameworks leading the study were African American Male Theory and Critical Race Theory. The results of this study revealed African American male teachers and preservice teachers’ perspective of their impact as STEM educators not only regarding the field of education but also regarding the STEM disciplines, as it is theorized that positive interaction in STEM areas in middle schools could lead to more African American males to pursue careers in STEM fields. The belief is that the results of this study may reveal the deficit of African American male teachers, specifically in STEM education. Findings from this study may also aid in the recruitment, retention, and incentivization of African American male STEM teachers in K-12 school systems and teacher preparation programs, both traditional and alternative routes.
Keywords: phenomenology, African American Male STEM teachers, Critical Race Theory, African American Male Theory, underrepresentation in STEM education, African American male middle school teacher
(R2068) A Study to Assess the Stress on Students of Higher Education During COVID-19 Using Fuzzy Logic System
Full text linkThe COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted various sectors, with higher education being one of the most severely affected. Students in higher education faced numerous challenges transitioning to online learning, leading to a surge in mental health issues. The abrupt shift in the mode of education and the inability of many students to adapt exacerbated their mental health struggles. This, in turn, contributed to a notable rise in student suicide rates in India during the pandemic-induced isolation period. Addressing this critical socio-psychological issue requires effective strategies for stress detection and management. The proposed study employed the Online Education Stress Scale (Online ESS) to collect data from students enrolled in colleges affiliated with Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Agra. The research introduced a methodology to analyse stress levels by categorizing data into three primary stress factors. For each factor, a fuzzy inference system was developed. By applying fuzzy logic, the study tackled the imprecision and vagueness inherent in psychological data, providing a more reliable system for understanding the relationships between psychological variables and stress levels
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