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A social view of cervical cancer

Ana Alvear — 2025-03-30

Cervical cancer is a pathology that affects women between 35 and 44 years of age, representing an important health problem for families. On many occasions, its incidence is due to women's limited access to detection services and optimal treatment. Hence, in this work a study on cervical cancer is carried out from a social perspective, and in this way to know the level of knowledge and the type of information that is handled in the social sectors, about study. For the collection of information, a qualitative design with a phenomenological approach is used, specialized, and focused interviews are applied. In such a way, it was possible to identify a low to intermediate level of preventive information on cervical cancer and only 50% perform exploratory cytology after the start of sexual activity and periodically.

Use of the application of Ardora as a didactic strategy in the teaching-learning of the subject of Biology

Carmen Doralisa Hayman Moreira — 2025-03-30

The teaching and learning of biology present persistent challenges in first-year baccalaureate education. This research implemented Ardora as a didactic strategy for biology teaching and learning among students at Narciso Cerda Maldonado Educational Unit. The study employed a quasi-experimental design with control and experimental groups, each comprising 40 students. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive and inferential statistics. The findings confirmed that Ardora significantly enhances students' academic performance and overall learning.

Estrategia de escuela para padres y su influencia en el desarrollo cognitivo y comportamental de los estudiantes de bachillerato

Glenda Marisela Esquivel Garcia — 2025-03-30

Student behavior in the classroom was a critical factor in establishing an effective learning environment. Behavioral problems negatively affected learning, which led to this research. Parental participation in the educational process was examined, considering norms, communication with teachers and positive habits as key elements to improve behavior and academic performance. The study integrated quantitative and qualitative approaches to evaluate the cause and effect relationship. There was support from teachers and authorities, in addition to the use of appropriate material resources. The methodology included the application of standardized questionnaires on cognitive abilities and social behavior scales, before and after the intervention. Descriptive analysis revealed changes in cognitive abilities and social behavior, while inferential analysis determined the statistical significance of these differences.

Reading comprehension of literary fragments as a didactic strategy for the teaching of Physics

Lisseth Johanna Mindiolaza Almeida — 2025-03-30

Reading comprehension is fundamental for the meaningful learning of scientific concepts, by facilitating the connection between abstract knowledge and its practical application. This study evaluates the effectiveness of literary texts as a pedagogical tool in the teaching of Newton's laws at the secondary level. From an interdisciplinary approach, two groups were compared: a control group, which followed a traditional method, and an experimental group, to which an innovative approach was applied that integrates literature with concepts from Physics. The results showed that the students in the experimental group demonstrated a deeper understanding and greater motivation towards learning. This approach not only addresses conceptual gaps, but also encourages the development of analytical and creative skills. The findings suggest that the integration of seemingly distant disciplines, such as literature and science, significantly enriches the teaching of physics and could be successfully applied in other areas of knowledge.

Quality optimization in footwear production: a variability study using Six Sigma methodology

Mauricio Xavier Lopez Flores — 2025-03-31

This study examines the application of the Six Sigma methodology in the production processes of footwear manufacturing with the objective of optimizing the processes, for this purpose the DMAIC cycle (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) was used as a tool to identify key defects, such as unstuck parts and adhesive stains, to validate the measurement and data collection system, an R&R study was conducted, and through the analysis of historical data, capacity studies and statistical tools such as Pareto and Ishikawa diagrams, the production line was observed. The results showed that the parting and planting processes present levels of improvable defects, with yields of 83.1% and 88.5% respectively, which showed that labor, tool quality and raw material are crucial factors in the variability of production.

Analysis and optimization of business productive management

Angel Marcelo Tello Condor — 2025-03-31

Productivity is undoubtedly the ability to optimize resources to obtain maximum performance in processes. The purpose of the research was to increase productivity in the returns area through an exhaustive analysis of the times in each stage of the process. Returns, caused by sales errors, merchandise damage and factory defects, were comprehensively evaluated, identifying inefficiencies such as unproductive times and delays in the handling of returned items. To address these problems, a descriptive methodology was used, applying the return to zero method to measure the times from the receipt of the items to their return to the inventory. The main results revealed the need to implement improvements that include the elimination and combination of unnecessary activities, which reduces standard times and increases productivity.