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Article Analytic Hierarchy Process in Determining Aircraft Basic Maintenance Training Durations(Emerald Publishing, 2025) Açıkel, Gürkan; Alemdaroğlu Temel, MinePurpose – Currently, in aircraft basic maintenance training, it is determined that various aircraft basic maintenance training organizations around the world apply different basic maintenance durations for the same modules of the same licence categories. Aircraft basic maintenance training organizations are lacking a common curriculum with standard durations for the basic maintenance training modules. To remedy the problems associated with this issue, the purpose of this study is to develop and demonstrate a quantifiable reference (i.e. theoretical training and evaluation content intensity) based scientific theoretical method to determine the durations of the basic theoretical maintenance trainings held for B1.1 and B2 licence categories in aircraft basic maintenance training organizations. Design/methodology/approach – The total basic maintenance training duration was first allocated to basic, theoretical and practical maintenance trainings. The obtained basic theoretical maintenance training duration was then allocated to related modules and submodules by using weighted theoretical training content intensity and weighted theoretical evaluation content intensity, which were obtained by applying a multi-criteria decision-making approach using the analytic hierarchy process (AHP). Findings – In this study, it was found that there is no standardization upon aircraft basic maintenance training organizations for the allocation of the basic maintenance training durations to modules. To remedy this problem, a scientific method, which relies on quantifiable reference bases rather than subjective reasoning, is needed. The reference bases of the proposed theoretical method (i.e. theoretical training and evaluation content intensity) can be tuned with the inclusion of the effect of basic knowledge requirements through multi-criteria decision-making (AHP). The theoretical method proposed in this work is robust in terms of resulting in close proximity values of the basic theoretical maintenance training durations for the common modules of B1.1 and B2 licence categories. The theoretical method is proven to yield greater basic theoretical maintenance training durations for modules having greater theoretical training and evaluation content intensity and lower basic theoretical maintenance training durations for modules having less theoretical training and evaluation content intensity. A distinct similarity in terms of basic theoretical maintenance training durations and the ranking of the modules (in terms of durations) is not present when the average of the training organizations is compared to the results of the theoretical method. A quantifiable reference (i.e. theoretical training and evaluation content intensity) based scientific theoretical method to determine basic theoretical maintenance training durations was developed and demonstrated. Practical implications – Results of this study would especially be useful in an international effort to standardize the different basic theoretical maintenance training durations applied in various aircraft basic maintenance training organizations. Originality/value – To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study is the first in providing and demonstrating a scientific theoretical method based on a systematic, multi-criteria decision-making approach to determine the durations of the basic theoretical maintenance trainings. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.Article Effectiveness of Game-Based Teaching Method on Nursing Students' Knowledge of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS)(Dubai Iranian Hosp, 2024) Abumettleq, Ibrahim S. S.; Bayraktar, Nurhan; Dikmen, Burcu ToturBackground and Objectives: The technology was created by humans; it is also innovative when teachers use it in the classroom. Teachers can now use media in a variety of ways to accommodate different learning styles thanks to new technologies, including animation, live video, gaming, and more. The study aimed to assess how well the game-based learning approach enhanced the students' understanding of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS). Methods: This study was structured utilizing a quasi-experimental design applied with pre-and post-test assessments. The study was conducted by a nursing faculty at the "[blinded for review]".Using the census method, the students were randomly assigned to either the experimental or control groups (each consisting of 80 and 40 players). On March 18, 2022, the study was conducted at a North Cyprus nursing faculty. Both computers and phones can use the Kahoot app, which is used to play the game. Results: The study conclusions demonstrated that following the instructional intervention using game-based learning, students' performance improved in terms of the overall mean scores of all Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS). Conclusion: Our results generally demonstrate that game-based learning improves the standard of instruction for the students. However, our results show that the game-based teaching method enhances nursing students' comprehension of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS), and the method could be useful in developing lesson plans for nursing education and nursing schools.Article Effect of Training Based on Travelbee's Human-To Relationship Model on Prenatal Attachment, Fear of Childbirth, and Anxiety in Pregnant Women With Fear of Childbirth a Randomized Controlled Trial(Slack Inc, 2025) Sari, T.; Gürhan, N.PURPOSE: To investigate the effects of education provided to pregnant women with fear of childbirth according to Travelbee's Human-to-Human Relationship Model on fear of birth, prenatal attachment, and anxiety. METHOD: This prospective, randomized controlled study was conducted between June and August 2023. Participants included 62 pregnant women divided into intervention and control groups. Pregnant primiparous women who had fear of childbirth were selected for the intervention group, receiving an eight-session educational program based on Travelbee's model. RESULTS: At the end of the educational program, decreased fear of childbirth, lower anxiety, and higher prenatal attachment were detected in the intervention group. Results showed a statistically significant difference in the intervention group compared to the control group. CONCLUSION: Birth preparation education prepared according to Travelbee's model is an effective method for reducing pregnant women's fear of childbirth and anxiety and increasing prenatal attachment level.Article Tasarım Eğitiminde Stratejik ve Yapılandırmacı Bir Pedagojik Yaklaşım Olarak “Katılım”(2025) Demirbas, Ozgen Osman; Merter, SeviBu çalışma, artırılmış katılım fırsatlarının tasarım stüdyosunda eğitmenler ve öğrenciler arasında daha gerçekçi bir diyalog kurarak öğrenmeyi geliştirme potansiyeline sahip olduğu konusunu tartışmakta ve proje tabanlı tasarım öğreniminin yapılandırmacı görüşüne ve karşılıklı ve sürekli bir öğrenme süreci olarak tanımlanan katılım kavramına dayanmaktadır. İlk olarak, katılımcıların görüşleri aracılığıyla ana tartışmaya bir temel oluşturmak için eğitmenler ve öğrencilerle bir atölye çalışması gerçekleştirilmiştir. Ardından, elde edilen çıktılar bir ikinci sınıf endüstriyel tasarım dersinde uygulanmıştır. Ders koordinatörü ile yapılan bir görüşmeye ek olarak öğrenciler ile yarı yapılandırılmış bir odak grup çalışması gerçekleştirilmiştir. Sonuçlar, öğrenme ve katılım konusundaki farklı motivasyon ve tercihlere rağmen, katılımın öğrencilerin hem tasarım hem de öğrenme süreçlerini anlamlandırmalarına yardımcı olduğunu göstermektedir.Article Dual Zn/Zr Hybrid Framework-Integrated Membranes With Enhanced Proton Conductivity and Durability for High-Temperature PEM Fuel Cells(John Wiley and Sons Inc, 2025) Altınışık, H.; Devrim, Y.This study proposes an innovative strategy for fabricating advanced composite membranes based on a poly[2,2′-(m-phenylene)-5,5′-bibenzimidazole] (PBI) matrix for high-temperature proton exchange membrane fuel cells (HT-PEMFCs). A co-synthesized hybrid porous framework incorporating both Zn- and Zr-based nanostructures was integrated into the PBI backbone, ensuring uniform dispersion and strong interfacial bonding, as verified by comprehensive structural and morphological characterizations. This dual-framework architecture promoted the formation of continuous proton-conductive channels and enhanced membrane stability under demanding operating conditions. Furthermore, the membranes were utilized after acid doping, and the hybrid structure effectively mitigated the acid leaching issue, ensuring stable long-term proton conductivity. At 0.6 V and 170°C, the membranes achieved a current density of ≈630 mA/cm2, demonstrating the critical role of structural optimization in improving fuel cell efficiency. These findings offer valuable insights into designing scalable, durable, and thermally stable membranes for next-generation HT-PEMFC applications. © 2025 Society of Plastics Engineers.