Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
University Students' Attitudes towards Distance Education

This study, it was aimed to examine the attitudes of university students receiving distance education towards distance education in terms of various demographic characteristics. The survey method, one of the quantitative research methods, was used in the study. 764 university students who were selected by the criterion sampling method and who received distance education in the COVID-19 pandemic participated in the study. In the collection of data, the Attitude Scale towards Distance Education was used and the data were collected online with the prepared form. Various statistical analyses were made on the collected data and the results were discussed within the framework of research questions. As a result of the analysis, it was concluded that university students' attitudes towards distance education were low. It has been observed that the scores of the scale of attitude towards distance education differ in terms of gender and grade level. It was also observed in the study that having a computer and internet connection at home and the level of participation in the virtual classrooms had a positive effect on the attitude towards distance education. In this period when distance education is not a choice but a necessity, it is recommended that the education to be provided should be planned well to achieve the expected quality and to increase the level of success. It is thought that these results obtained from the study will contribute to distance education institutions and planners.
Experimental and numerical analysis of solar cell temperature transients

Many factors determine the efficient operation of a photovoltaic cell. These factors can be the intensity and spectral composition of illumination, the surface temperature, the ambient temperature, and the amount contaminations in the air and on the surface of the cells. The aim of the present study is to describe the effect of temperature gradient on the voltage and amperage changes, as well as the power output of a commercial solar cell through experimental methods and numerical simulations performed in MATLAB. The transient temperature investigations have allowed better understanding the time-dependent behavior of a solar cell under constant intensity illumination. Measurements prove that an increase in the surface temperature of the solar cell significantly reduces its performance. Measurements performed with the solar simulator show good conformity with simulated results.
STRATEGY FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF STUDENT CHARACTER EDUCATION SENIOR HIGHS SCHOOL I MARON OF PROBOLINGGO

Strengthening character education in the Formal Education Unit is carried out by optimizing the function of the trip-center education partnership which includes schools, families, and communities. The implementation of KDP which optimizes the function of the education trip center is carried out with a class-based or integrated approach through learning activities, school culture, and the community. Research Type This research is a qualitative descriptive research type. Descriptive research is research that is intended to investigate circumstances, conditions, or other things that have been mentioned, the results of which are presented in the form of a research report. Based on the results of research and data analysis conducted by researchers regarding the strategy for implementing character education at SMAN 1 Maron, it can be concluded that the implementation of character education at SMAN 1 Maron is carried out in an integrated manner in every school activity through three main channels, namely 1) integrated through learning activities , 2) integrated through extracurricular activities, 3) integrated through cultural and habituation activities
Influence of Soil Type on the Growth Parameters, Essential Oil Yield and Biochemical Contents of Mentha arvensis L.

Abstract Mentha arvensis is a rich source of menthol that is used in pharmaceutical, flavouring and cosmetic industries. Environmental conditions including soil type are important factors affecting plant growth and yield. Although mentha is adapted to various habitats but to get the maximum yield it is important to find out the requisite soil type. Therefore, the present study was conducted in pots to findout the soil type which favours maximum growth and oil yield of M. arvensis. Significant difference in plant growth parameters were observed between the plants grown in different soil types (P< 0.01). The plants grown in sandy clay soil showed maximum plant growth and biochemical content. The highest oil yield was recorded in plants grown in sandy clay soil (0.78 ml/100g fresh herb). There was a significant difference (P< 0.01) in oil yield per plant between the plants grown in sandy clay (1.18 ml), sandy clay loam (1.20 ml) and sandy loam soil (0.85 ml),whereas non-significant difference was observed between sandy loam and loamy sand (0.81 ml). The present study indicates that among all tested soils, sandy clay soil supports the highest growth and oil yield of M. arvensis. This information will be helpful for farmers in selecting soil for the cultivation of M. arvensis.
Mechanical Properties of Machine Stress Graded Sawn Timber Depending on the Log Type

This article presents the results of tests conducted on Scots pine timber from three different kinds of logs: butt, middle and top. A planed pine timber batch composed of 510 pieces, dried to ca. 12% humidity, was machine-graded using a portable MTG device, and classified into the following classes: C18, C24, C30, C35 and C40 (according to EN 338:2016). During the second stage of the study, the timber was tested to determine its density, MOE and MOR, in accordance with EN 408:2012. We analyzed the impact of the timber’s log of origin on the results of machine strength grading and on the values of correlation coefficients between the tested properties. The results show, among others, that there is a correlation between the C classes and MOR of the tested timber, as well as its origin from butt, middle or top logs.
Evaluating the Potential Conflicts of Collective Housing Development in the Suburbs of Iași, Romania

In the post-socialist transition, the lack of local regulations regarding the development of the peri-urban area of Iași municipality led towards a chaotic and fast-growing residential expansion. The increasing trend of complexes of collective housing built-out in the outskirts brought new conflicts and enhanced the existing ones, altering the territorial identity and social cohesion of the community. The main purpose of this paper is to deliver a better understanding of the drawbacks determined by the occurrence of these complexes and to analyse the spatial intensity and variation of the conflicts. To determine the probability to generate conflicts for each residential project, an index was computed based on conflict triggering factors. The results display the spatial patterns of different conflict types throughout the peri-urban area of Iași. Conflicts are generated by lowering the price of households with a drawback at fostering the already existing conflicts. Major complexes of collective houses are, in general, the most expensive but they generate a lower score for triggering conflicts, while small or individual complexes, even though they are cheaper, tend to create the most common conflicts. While world planning trends aim at enhancing a sense of community through a balanced planning of the suburbs, in the specific case of Iaşi municipality, the lack of planning and the chaotic apparition of residential projects leads to a more segregated and disrupted community, therefore enhancing more conflicts.
Evapotranspiration and grain yield of upland rice as affected by water deficit.

To achieve an accurate phenotyping for drought tolerance, it is important to control water stress levels and timing. This study aimed to determine water use by upland rice plants during periods of irrigation withholding and its relationship with grain yield in order to increase the efficiency of this phenotyping. Two experiments were carried out in a randomized block design in which six water treatments (irrigation withholding for periods of 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 days) were compared, with four replicates. In the first experiment, treatments were applied at the R3 stage (panicle exsertion) and, in the second, at the R5 stage (beginning of grain filling). The amount of water evapotranspired was determined by the difference between the soil water storage at the beginning and at the end of irrigation withholding periods, from the surface to 80-cm depth. Evapotranspiration of upland rice from R3 stage was higher compared to that observed from R5 stage, when subjected to similar irrigation withholding periods in both growth stages. Rice grain yield is more sensitive to irrigation withholding imposed from R5 stage than from R3 stage.
Novel Poly(butylene fumarate) and Poly(butylene succinate) Multiblock Copolymers Bearing Reactive Carbon–Carbon Double Bonds: Synthesis, Characterization, Cocrystallization, and Properties

Widespread application of biodegradable polyesters is restrained by inferior mechanical properties, higher cost, and lack of reactive functional sites for further modification. A new class of multiblock copolymers bearing reactive sites on the main chains, composed of poly(butylene fumarate) (PBF) and poly(butylene succinate) (PBS), has been designed and synthesized to enhance the biodegradability of PBF and expand its application, while retaining the mechanical properties. The chemical structures of the copolymers were confirmed by 1H NMR spectra and GPC. The two segments are compatible in both the amorphous and crystalline region, and form cocrystals because of their similar nature. The multiblock copolymers possess satisfactory thermal and mechanical properties. The degradation rate of copolymers is substantially accelerated by the copolymerization with PBS. The novel polymer may be directly used as biodegradable materials or be postfunctionalized to modify the physicochemical properties or to endow th.
Investigating the Mediating Relationship Between Sustainability Orientations and Sustainable Performance in the SME Context of Tunisia

The purpose of this study is to investigate the mediating role of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in between the sustainability orientation of managers and sustainable performance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Tunisia. Besides that it aims to explore the impact of managers’ sustainability orientation on CSR practices, and how these activities could affect economic, social and environmental performance. The data have been collected by survey questionnaires from the owners and managers of SMEs across the manufacturing sector in Tunisia. Partial least square structural equation modelling statistical method has been used to analyse the research model using the software SmartPLS 3. The results reveal that CSR mediate the relationship between managers’ sustainability orientations and sustainability performance (except economic dimension). Moreover, the results also found that owners’ orientations towards sustainability positively influence CSR, and CSR also positively affect social and environmental sustainable performance. However, this study does not find a significant causal effect between CSR and economic sustainable performance. This study contributes to the Upper Echelon Theory by extending via empirical evidence with respect to sustainability, strategic, tactical orientations, CSR and sustainable performance. The limitations and direction for future research have been stated in this study.
Protected area downgrading, downsizing, and degazettement (PADDD) in marine protected areas

Marine protected areas (MPAs) are foundational to global marine biodiversity conservation efforts. Recently, countries have rapidly scaled up their MPA networks to meet targets established by the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). While MPA networks are intended to permanently safeguard marine ecosystems, evidence points to widespread legal changes that temper, reduce, or eliminate protected areas, known as protected area downgrading, downsizing, and degazettement (PADDD). Research on PADDD to-date has focused on terrestrial PAs, leaving fundamental questions about PADDD in MPAs unanswered. To address this knowledge gap and provide a foundation for understanding the conservation implications of PADDD in marine ecosystems, we documented patterns, trends, and proximate causes of PADDD in MPAs globally. At least six countries have enacted 44 PADDD events in MPAs, most of which were in Australian MPAs. Globally, PADDD events in MPAs have affected an area of at least 1,198,774 square kilometers, approximately the size of South Africa. Most PADDD events in MPAs (67%) are associated with industrial-scale resource use, extraction, and development, suggesting that PADDD may undermine the conservation objectives of MPAs. Additional research, transparency, and proactive policy responses are needed to address PADDD to better safeguard marine ecosystems.
Exploring the Effects of Blended Learning, Flipped Learning, and Online Remedial Teaching on Improving Students' Learning Performance and Motivation

The maturation of digital and technological learning in recent years has prompted a global transformation of teaching approaches. The aim of this research is to effectively improve students' learning motivation and their performance of dance skills. Through a quasi-experimental research design, teaching research was conducted with four different teaching approaches including blended learning (BL), flipped learning (FL), online remedial teaching (ORT), and traditional teaching during an 18-week term. The subjects of study were 199 university students in four sections of a dance course. Analysis based on the research results shows that BL is significantly more effective than FL in improving the learning effects of students 'dance skills; it is also significantly more effective than ORT and traditional teaching in improving students' learning motivation, and student reaction to two aspects, “value” and “expectancy. ” In addition, students receiving FL not only have better “task value” than students receiving ORT.
Trends in operative duration of total shoulder arthroplasty from 2008 to 2018: a national database study

Background As total shoulder arthroplasty has emerged as the fastest growing joint replacement performed, optimizing surgical efficiency and patient outcomes is essential. The goals of the current study were to identify trends and factors affecting the operative time of total shoulder arthroplasty over a 10-year period. Methods The National Surgical Quality Improvement Program database was analyzed to determine the operative time and 30-day complications of total shoulder arthroplasty from 2008 to 2018. Factors affecting total shoulder arthroplasty operative time were also assessed. Multivariable linear regression was used to analyze operative time over years studied while controlling for patient demographics and comorbidities. Results A total of 20,587 total shoulder arthroplasty cases from 2008 to 2018 were included. Mean operative time in 2008 was 139.0 min, while in 2018, mean operative time decreased to 105.6 min (P < .001). Male sex, outpatient surgery, increased body mass index, and low preoperative hematocrit were associated with longer operative times, while elevated international normalized ratio, resident involvement, and elective surgeries were associated with decreased operative duration. Discussion Operative time for total shoulder arthroplasty has decreased from 2008 to 2018. Patient factors and comorbidities are associated with operative time, and such factors are important to consider in operative planning to ensure appropriate patient and surgeon expectations.
Wind Energy Output Prediction Model Based on DPSO-BP Neural Network

: Wind Energy Output Prediction (WEOP) has an important impact on the integration of wind energy systems in the power grid, the management, power systems dispatching, safe and stable operation. Short-term probabilistic WEOP is a perfect choice to increase the stability of the power grid. Still, it has a high error because of uncertainty factors such as wind speed, and very important to find out a method to increase the fineness of predicting. Therefore, in this paper, the main contribution is to design an intelligent model capable of wind energy generation prediction. This aim is achieved by adopting a new Developed Particle Swarm optimization algorithm based on proposes a new inertia weight called DPSO and Back-Propagation Neural Network (DPSO-BPNN). The proposed models were compared and verified through MATLAB software test to prove the superiority over other models. The obtained results of the proposed model show a fast convergence and high prediction accuracy. Also, the error rate was improved compared with the published research by up to 98%.
Shades of Liberalism Over the Shoulders of Iranian Education: A Critical Metaphor Analysis of Iranian EFL Textbooks

The aim of this qualitative study was to analyze the manifestation of conceptual metaphors in the new and old versions of Iranian EFL high school textbooks (Vision series). To this end, in the light of critical metaphor analysis (CMA) as the theoretical framework, 74 excerpts from the EFL textbooks taught in the Iranian high schools were analyzed in 3 stages: description, interpretation and explanation. In the description stage, all the metaphors existing in the excerpts were identified and analyzed descriptively with details to show their metaphoricity. In the interpretation stage, these metaphors were checked to clarify whether or not they were conceptual metaphors. The third explanation stage explicated how the authors of the textbooks had exposed the students and teachers to the Iranian government policymakers’ ideological discourses through conceptual metaphors. Analysis of the data in the 3 stages showed that reification and personification were the most prominent linguistic tools in the old and new versions of EFL textbooks, respectively. Also, the discourse of the old version of the EFL textbooks was mainly affected by modernism, whereas that of the new version was extremely influenced by postmodernism orientations. These results have a number of implications for researchers and those interested in teaching English as a foreign language. Findings of the present study can open new windows to Iranian EFL teachers to be aware of the contents that ought to be taught.
Models of Career Maturity in Adolescents

Career maturity is individual ability to carry out career developmental tasks according to career developmental stages, in which adolescents should be able to make plans and perform career decision-making. The problems that arise, adolescents are challenged to carry out career-decision making. The aim of the study was to assess career maturity model in adolescents which is observed from autonomy, attachment, parental social support, and self-efficacy in career decision-making. This was a quantitative study involving 262 adolescents (49.4% girls and 51.7% boys; 44.9% were 16 years old, 34.1% 15 years old, 13.1% 17 years old, and 7.9% were 14 and 18 years old) studying in high schools who were selected using purposive sampling technique. Data collection was conducted by using Career Maturity Scale, Autonomy Scale, Attachment Scale, Parental Social Support Scale and Self-efficacy Scale. Data were analysed using SEM (Structural Equation Modelling). The result of the study shows that career maturity model in adolescents conforming both concept and theory. Autonomy, attachment and parental social support are significantly related to self-efficacy in career decision-making. Likewise, selfefficacy is significantly related to career maturity in adolescents. Autonomy, attachment, and parental social support are not directly related to career maturity in adolescents, which means that career maturity in adolescents requires more than autonomy, attachment, and parental social support. Maturity is established when those factors are mediated by self-efficacy in career decision-making.
Blood Pressure Control and Heart Rate: Effectiveness Brief Hypnotic Induction Methods on Adults

Hypertension is a major public health problem and the key risk factor for cardiovascular diseases in adults. This study aims to determine the effect of brief hypnotic induction methods on lowering hypertension in adults. The intervention method utilized in this study involved brief hypnotic induction. This study used a digital tension meter to measure blood pressure and an oximeter to measure heart rate before and after the induction. The results indicated that all participants (N=37) decreased their systolic blood pressure (p=0.008; p<0,05) and diastolic blood pressure (p=0.041; p<0,05) after intervention. In addition, heart rate also decreased (p=0.000; p<0,05) from baseline to intervention. The changes before and after induction between systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, and heart rate were 4.730 mmHg, 3.676 mmHg, 7,270 mmHg respectively. This study concludes that brief hypnotic induction methods have effective to decrease blood pressure and heart rate in adults with hypertension. Further, the results provide an alternative brief intervention for clinical psychologists and health workers as an effort to reduce adult hypertension.
Poor Expectations: Experimental Evidence on Teachers' Stereotypes and Student Assessment

Do teachersâ€™ stereotypes of social class bias their assessment of students? This study uses a lab-in-the-field experiment among primary school teachers to test whether they are biased against poor students. Teachers assessed a student in a video of an oral exam after watching one of two versions of an introductory video that portrayed the childâ€™s home and playground. When the student in the exam video exhibited inconsistent performance, showing varying levels of scholastic aptitude and focus during the exam, teachers were far more likely to judge his scholastic aptitude as below grade-level if they had watched the introductory video portraying a poor background than if they had watched the introductory video portraying a middle-class background. The social class background portrayed in the introductory video did not affect teachersâ€™ behavioral assessments of the student. When the student in the exam video was consistently high achieving, showing high levels of scholastic aptitude and focus throughout the exam, teachers who watched the introductory video depicting a poor background were more likely to assess the student as above grade-level than teachers who watched the video conveying a middle-class background. In this case, however, they had a more negative assessment of the childâ€™s behavior when they thought he came from a poor background, deeming him to be less motivated and less emotionally mature than when the introductory video depicted a middle-class background. These findings suggest that stereotypes influence how teachers assess the scholastic aptitude and behavior of their students.