Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Using Cartoon Movie to Improve Speaking Skill

This study is aimed to find out whether the use of English cartoon movie can improve students’ achievement at second grade of SMU Abulyatama. The samples of this study were 20 students of class 2 IPA 2 . To collect the data, the writer utilized experimental design one group pre-test and post-test. The instrument used was oral test. The speaking aspects covered in this study were grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. The result shows that the students’ speaking score increased in all aspects. The grammar aspect noted the highest/significant increase because some of students’ achieved very low in grammar before using the movie in learning, but later the significant improvement is on the grammar aspect. It increased from 25 to 44 or 19 points. It explains that the English cartoon movie can be one of the good materials to improve students’ speaking skills, particularly in grammar aspect.
CONSTRAINTS FACED BY COTTON GROWERS IN ADOPTION OF INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT STRATEGY

The present study was conducted in Sriganganagar district of Rajasthan with a sample of 120 cotton growers as respondents drawn by using proportionate random sampling technique to identify the constraints faced in adoption of integrated pest management strategy. The findings of the study identified non - availability of qualitative trainings on IPM strategy/technologies, lack of credibility of IPM measures, lack of quality IPM inputs, scarcity of labour, lack of precision (time) of IPM techniques applications and high cost of IPM inputs as major constraints faced by the cotton growers in adoption of IPM techniques. The reason for poor adoption of IPM technologies lies with extension agency of State government which is not conducting the trainings as per need and time of the cotton growers. Further, the faith in the effectiveness/performance of IPM techniques is low among the farmers as they did not consider these credible in effective controlling the insects that attacked the cotton crop.
IV Estimation of Panels with Factor Residuals

This paper considers panel data regression models with weakly exogenous or endogenous regressors and residuals generated by a multi-factor error structure. In this case, the standard dynamic panel estimators fail to provide consistent estimates of the parameters. We propose a new estimation approach, based on instrumental variables, which retains the traditional attractive features of method of moments estimators. One novelty of our approach is that we introduce new parameters to represent the unobserved covariances between the instruments and the factor component of the residual; these parameters are typically estimable when N is large. Some important estimation and identification issues are studied in detail. The finite-sample performance of the proposed estimators is investigated using simulated data. The results show that the method produces reliable estimates of the parameters over various parametrizations and is robust to large values of the autoregressive parameter and/or the variance of the factor loadings.
An angular momentum bound at null infinity

We prove an inequality relating the trace of the extrinsic curvature, the total angular momentum, the centre of mass, and the Trautman-Bondi mass for a class of gravitational initial data sets with constant mean curvature extending to null infinity. As an application we obtain non-existence results for the asymptotic Dirichlet problem for CMC hypersurfaces in stationary space-times.
Workplace equality and diversity in Iceland : organizational efforts and influence on employees

The aim of this study was to determine whether management intentions to enhance or manage equality and diversity in organizations positively influences employee perceptions of equality, diversity, justice and trust. Participants in the study in phase one were 35 human resource managers in Icelandic organizations with 70 or more employees. In phase two, 1041 employees within the same organizations participated. The measurement used for phase one was designed by The Research Center for Human Resource Management at Reykjavík University and is based on the Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM) maturity scale developed by Paul Kearns (2005). The measurement for phase two included constructs designed to assess employee perceptions of equality, diversity, justice and trust. Results revealed no relationship between the existence of equality statements and employees’ perceptions of equality, diversity, justice or trust, but there were significant relationships between the existence of diversity statements and employees’ perceptions of equality. Both organizations’ intentions in terms of acquiring equal wage certification and equality maturity had a positive and significant relationship with employee perceptions of equality. Overall, Strategic Human Resource Management maturity was significantly related to employeeperceived equality, diversity and trust scores.
Wood As a Bimodular Material

Wood is usually considered to be a material with equal stiffness in tension and compression, but this supposition is not uniformly supported by experimental evidence. On the basis of data in the literature, the authors believe that there is sufficient evidence to conclude that some woods, particularly hardwoods, exhibit bimodular behavior. For the hardwood data analyzed here, the ratio of Young's modulus in tension to Young's modulus in compression (E t /E c ) averaged 1.08 and ranged as high as 1.28. Comparisons with composite materials with known bimodular behavior suggest that fiber displacement around rays (and the resulting fiber curvature) might be one cause of this behavior. Some data also indicate that the equality of the tension and compression moduli may be affected by the moisture content. There are similarities with synthetic fibers which suggest that wood fibers might also be bimodular, but the question of whether bimodular behavior can be ascribed to both undelignified fibers and solid wood remains unanswered.
Comparative study of four safflower oils ( Carthamus tinctorius ) varieties grown in eastern of Morocco

In this study, four safflower varieties, originating from Spain ( Rancho ), India ( Sharda ) and Morocco (Cartamar and Cartafri ) cultivated at the experimental station of OUJDA (semi-arid region of Eastern Morocco) were evaluated for their oil yield and seed oil quality. The analysis of results revealed significant differences among varieties for all traits. Indeed, our result show that seeds of the four varieties have important oil content ranged between 35.38% ( Rancho ) and 28.84% ( Cartamar ). Characterization of these oils showed a low value of acidity index less than 0.7% for all the varieties but significant differences in their peroxide values ranged between 4.5 meq O2/Kg ( Cartamar ) and 31.21 mEqO2/Kg ( Rancho ) and high value of phenolic content between 143 ppm ( Rancho ) and 97 ppm ( Sharda ). Analysis of the fatty acids shows that linoleic acid is the main fatty acid ranged between 77.94% ( Cartamar ) and 79.98% ( Sharda ). Oils of those four varieties can be classified in the linoleic acid group. The analysis of triglycerides by HPLC shows 10 molecular species of TAG (LLL, LPL, LLO, PLO, LLS, POP, OOO, POO, SOO, PPL). The trilinoleate (LLL) is the main molecular species with more than 50%. Safflower seed oil cultivated in eastern Morocco presents good physicochemical proprieties (polyphenols and Omega 6 richness); therefore, safflower culture could be suggested for all areas of Morocco, including the areas of low pluviometry, while the potential for culture of other oilseeds is more limited.
Phylogenetic diversity and spatio-temporal distribution of nitrogenase genes (nifH) in the northern South China Sea

We examined the phylogenetic diversity and abundance of diazotrophs along a tran- sect from the Pearl River plume to oceanic waters in the northern South China Sea by constructing a clone library and using the quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR). All the diazotrophic phylogenetic groups recovered, including heterotrophic proteobacteria, phototrophic cyanobac- teria and Cluster III diazotrophs, and showed distinct spatio-temporal variation along the transect. At the oceanic sampling stations, gammaproteobacteria formed the dominant diazotrophic group, with cyanobacterial diazotrophs accounting for only a relatively small proportion; at the station influenced by the Pearl River plume all the diazotrophs were non-cyanobacterial, making this sta- tion distinct from the other stations. Multidimensional analysis demonstrated that salinity was the key environmental factor determining the spatio-temporal variations of diazotrophic communities along the transect. Trichodesmium spp. were the most abundant among the cyanobacterial dia- zotrophs and were potentially the most important nitrogen fixers at all the oceanic stations. The absence of cyanobacterial diazotrophs in winter, and at the station influenced by the plume, could be due to the relatively high nutrient conditions in these waters.
Hedging and Company Value – A Comparison between South Africa and United States of America

The purpose of the study was to determine the impact of hedging with derivatives on company value on listed non-financial companies in South Africa (SA) and compare these with companies in a developed nation like the United States of America (USA) in terms of how the use of derivatives impacts on the company value. The premium or discount in company value is represented by the Tobin’s Q ratio. The study analyses the different types of derivatives and what impact each type of derivative has on the company value from 2006-2009. In most cases, the outcome of the analysis did not find strong evidence that users’ of derivatives’ company values trade at a premium to non-users.
Experimental Investigation of End PlateEffects on the Vertical Axis Wind TurbineAirfoil Blade

An experimental investigation of the variation of lift coefficient at low wind speeds comparative to the operation of a vertical axis wind turbine operation was undertaken. Data was recorded at angle of attack for±0, 5, -5, 10, -10, 15, -15 degrees and the wind speed was varied for Reynolds number ranging from 3.32 x105 to 9.64 x 105. Pressure taps on the airfoil skin collected the stagnation pressures which were converted to lift coefficient values. Experiments were conducted with and without end plate attachment to the MI-VAWT1 airfoil.Results indicated that the addition of the endplates increased the lift coefficient at all angle of attack over the range of Reynolds number tested. Similar trends were observed with and without endplate.The flow regime boundary layer separation point advanced toward the leading-edge with an increase in the angle of attack up to ±10o.As the angle of attack increased above ±10o the stall angle was approached. This resulted in the separation bubble bursting, which created a suction peak and the lift coefficient decreased.
Comparison of the Sensitivities of Different PCR Assays for the Detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis Complex Isolates from Five Regions of Cameroon

The accurate diagnosis of tuberculosis caused by members of the Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex (MTBC) has remained a major challenge in clinical laboratories world-wide. Several studies have evaluated the use of highly specific in-house PCR assays targeting the IS6110, hupB, rpoB, oxyR, and IS1081 genes in the detection of MTBC species with reports on variable sensitivities depending on the geographical sourcing of isolates. In the present investigations, we evaluated the sensitivities of these PCR assays on 125 MTBC cultured isolates from five (West, Centre, Littoral, North West and South West) of the ten regions of Cameroon. Of this number, 124 (99.2%), 117 (93.6%), 123 (99.1%), 119 (95.2%) and 118 (94.4%) were positive by the IS6110, hupB, rpoB, oxyR, and IS1081-based PCR assays respectively. A total of 110 (88%) of the cultured isolates were also identified as MTBC by standard biochemical tests. Of this number, 109 (99.1%), 104 (94.5%), 109 (99.1%), 106 (96.4%) and 104 (94.5%) were positive in the IS6110, hupB, rpoB, oxyR, and IS1081-based PCR assays respectively. Concordant PCR results were obtained for 108 of the 125 samples. The 15 isolates that were negative biochemically scored sensitivities ranging from 100% (for the IS6110 assay) to 86.7% (for the hupB and oxyR assay). The combination of the IS6110 assay, which turned out to be the most sensitive, and each of the other assays gave 100% sensitivity. We conclude that the combined targeting of the IS6110 and rpoB genes is likely to yield the most sensitive PCR procedure for the diagnosis of MTBC infection in the five regions of Cameroon.
Wave Direction Distributions off Sydney, New South Wales

The deployment of a Datawell Directional Waverider buoy off the Sydney coast in March 1992 has provided the opportunity to compare wave direction information captured by the buoy with coincident observed/hindcast estimates and longer term data sets available in previously published material. Preliminary analysis of over two years of data captured by the Directional Waverider buoy suggests that the directional distribution differs from both the observed/hindcast coincident data and the longer term data sets. A higher level of wave energy from the SE-S and a lower occurrence of N-NE wave energy is evident in the Directional Waverider data set. Whilst a longer Directional Waverider record length will be required to confirm the results and provide seasonal and annual wave direction variations, future coastal zone studies along the NSW coast will benefit as the Sydney Directional Waverider buoy database continues to expand.
New species and new records of Hermanella complex (Ephemeroptera: Leptophlebiidae) from Eastern Brazilian Coast

Based on collections in three coast Brazilian states, Hydrosmilodon plagatus sp. nov. and Needhamella mazama sp. nov. are described based on nymphs and adults. Besides the description of these species, new geographic records of the Hermanella complex are presented. The species included are: Hermanella maculipennis (Ulmer, 1920); Hermanella froehlichi Ferreira and Dominguez (1992); Hydrosmilodon gilliesae Thomas & Peru (2004); Hylister plaummani Dominguez and Flowers (1989); Leentvaaria palpalis Demoulin (1966); and Needhamella ehrhadti (Ulmer, 1920). In addition, in this work Leentvaaria palpalis is recorded from Brazil for the first time.
Expression of estrus as a relevant factor in fixed-time embryo transfer programs using estradiol/progesterone-based protocols in cattle

The main objective of implementing embryo transfer in beef operations is to accelerate the rate of genetic progress in the herd. Among the main factors that affect the use of these technologies are related to nutrition, management and estrus synchronization. As a result of research conducted over the last 20 years, recipient utilization has increased by applying protocols that synchronize ovulation and allow for embryo transfer without the need for estrus detection, usually referred to as fixed-time embryo transfer (FTET). Although these protocols have performed adequately for several years, recent attention has been directed to the effect of estrus expression and estradiol concentrations during growth of the preovulatory follicle on embryo growth and pregnancy. The experiments reviewed herein demonstrate that estrus expression is associated positively with high pregnancy rates and reduced pregnancy losses in recipients receiving in vitro-produced and in vivo -derived frozen/thawed bovine embryos.
Biosynthesis of Iron oxide nanoparticles and its haematological effects on fresh water fish Oreochromis mossambicus

Iron oxide nanoparticles were synthesized biologically using potato as starch template (FeSo 4.7H 2O as substrate). The X-ray diffraction (XRD) and Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) analysis revealed that the particles were spherical in shape and the size ranges from 29-40 nm. Toxicity tests were performed to investigate the possible harmful effects on fresh water fish Oreochromis mossambicus exposed to as synthesized α -Fe 2O3 NPs at exponential concentrations (0.5, 5 and 50 μg/mL). The significant changes in haematological (RBC, WBC, Hb, HCT) and biochemical parameters (SGOT, SGPT) were observed after 96 h in treated groups than control, which may be a consequence of iron oxide NPs in the blood cells of fish.
Heavy metals phytoremediation by aquatic plants (Hyrocotyle ranocloides, Ceratophyllum demersum) of Anzali lagoon

Wetlands are often considered sinks for contaminants, and Aquatic plants have been shown to play important roles in wetland biogeochemistry through their active and passive circulation of elements. In this research, in order to evaluate the concentration level of heavy metals released by the urban, industrial and agricultural activities at the margin of the rivers flowing into Anzali lagoon, as well as finding lead and cadmium accumulated in two plant species quoted below, a sampling has been made on two kinds of aquatic plants in the lagoon at three randomized stations based on the density of the plant coverage. In this project two regional aquatic plant species asHyrocotyleranocloides, Ceratophyllumdemersumhave been investigated for absorption of lead and cadmium. Results show an average concentration of lead in Ceratophyllum being 53.11 ppm, for Hydrocotyle 77.8 ppm, and of cadmium in Ceratophyllum being 4.46 ppm and for Hydrocotyle 6.28 ppm. According to results, lead has been the most abundant between these two metals inside plant organs regardless the specie. The statistic test gives the results under the confidence level 95% proving the amount of the absorption being significant in the stem of Hydrocotyle plant rather than in the root or the leaf compared with other species.
Effects on fish community induced by installation of two gas platforms in the Adriatic Sea

The Regina (Rp) and Annalisa (Ap) gas platforms, placed in the northern Adriatic Sea at different depths and distances from the coast, were monitored for 3 yr to evaluate changes induced by their construction on natural-habitat fish assemblages. Fishes were sampled monthly with a tram- mel net both at the rigs and at 2 open-sea control sites. From a qualitative point of view, both plat- forms showed their influence within the first year after their installation, inducing higher species richness and greater diversity of fish assemblages due to the appearance and constant occurrence of reef-dwelling or partially reef-dwelling species, which are rare in the natural habitat. In terms of bio- mass, the platform further offshore and in deeper water (Ap) had higher fish abundances than that closer to shore in shallower waters, revealing a greater and faster aggregation effect. This difference was mainly due to an increase in pelagic and nekto-benthic fishes, which are partially attracted by hard substrates. A few voracious predators were also recorded at this site, probably in response to the increase in prey biomass.
t Phonemic Awareness : A Review of Literature

This literature review examines the relationship between phonemic awareness and the ability to read. It addresses four main issues: (1) if phonemic awareness is a prerequisite for or a consequence of learning to read; (2) what is needed to teach phonemic awareness; (3) tasks or activities and assessment tools to develop phonemic awareness; and (4) other areas of literacy linked to phonemic awareness. After an introduction, sections of the review are: statement of the problem; definitions; history of the topic; major issues; controversies; programs; contributors; synthesis and analysis; conclusion; and recommendations (including making phonemic awareness part of the everyday curriculum in preschool, kindergarten, and first grade; providing for phonemic awareness training and inservicing needs ahead of time; finding a program that will complement any existing curriculum; and evaluating successes and failures with pride. (RS) ******************************************************************************** Reproductions supplied by EDRS are the best that can be made from the original document. ********************************************************************************
Household Risksharing Channels

This paper aims to fill the gap on the analysis of risksharing channels at the micro level, both within and across households. Using data from the Bank of Italy's Survey on Household Income and Wealth covering the financial crisis, we are able to quantify in a unified and consistent framework several risksharing mechanisms that so far have been documented separately. We find that Italian households were able to smooth at least 78% of shocks to household head's non-financial income (labelled "basic income") in 2008-2010, a fraction rising to 80% in 2010-2012. The most important smoothing mechanism turns out to be within-household risksharing, which is able to absorb about half of a shock; but an analysis by net wealth discloses striking differences in within-household risksharing between "poor" and "rich" households. Self-insurance through saving/dissaving is also notable, as it cushions 28% of changes in basic income in 2008-2010, and 24% in 2010-2012. Interestingly, risksharing through portfolio diversification and private transfers is rather limited, but the overall degree of shock absorption occurring through private risksharing channels reaches 70%, as opposed to a meager 7% of a shock cushioned by public transfers and taxes.
Resilience and occupational well-being of secondary education teachers in Greece

We investigated Greek secondary teachers’ resilience and occupational well-being. We aimed to detect the role of participants’ demographic characteristics and schools’ characteristics, as well as the relationship of teachers’ resilience with their occupational well-being. Two hundred and one secondary teachers from fifteen secondary schools participated. Resilience Scale (Wagnild & Young, 1993) was used to measure the teachers’ resilience and their occupational well-being was measured by the relative scale of Saaranen, Tossavainen, Turunen, Kiviniemi and Vertio (2007). Results revealed that the urbanisation level of the school seemed to affect resilience as well as occupational well-being. Teachers’ scientific specialisation seemed to be related to their resilience levels. Furthermore, teachers’ resilience correlates positively with their occupational wellbeing. Apparently, research on teachers’ resilience and occupational well-being may be fruitful and enrich their future preparation with educational and consultative interventions that could be beneficial for the educator, the organisation, and the students’ progress.
Mexico and the Globalization of Services: Outflanked Once Again?

The newest wave of globalization is the offshoring of information technology, administrative and technical services (ITAS) from developed to developing countries. This article examines Mexico’s ability to take advantage of this opportunity, especially relative to India– the world’s largest outsourcing beneficiary. It also discusses the current ITAS market in Mexico, including its firms and structure. The current Mexican industry’s underdevelopment, the role of United States and Indian MNCs, the comparative strengths and weaknesses of Mexico in this environment, and Mexico’s experience with globalization based on manufacturing are explored and will be of particular interest to policymakers and the business community.