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Penerapan model pembelajaran group investigation pada materi lingkaran untuk meningkatkan kemampuan berpikir kritis

Masalah yang melatarbelakangi penelitian ini, peserta didik mengalami kesulitan dalam menyelesaikan soal High Order Thinking Skill (HOTS) terkait materi lingkaran, ini terjadi karena rata-rata kemampuan berpikir kritis peserta didik tergolong rendah sampai sedang. Salah satu alternatif meningkatkan kemampuan berpikir kritis adalah menerapkan model pembelajaran Group Investigation. Penelitian ini bertujuan meningkatkan kemampuan berpikir kritis dalam memahami materi lingkaran melalui metode pembelajaran Group Investigation. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian tindakan kelas (PTK) dengan dua siklus. Setiap siklus terdiri dari empat tahap yaitu, tahap perencanaan, pelaksanaan, observasi, dan refleksi. Instrumen yang digunakan adalah lembar observasi dan lembar tes. Bahan ajar adalah Unit Kegiatan Belajar Mandiri (UKBM) dengan materi lingkaran. Pada siklus pertama kemampuan berpikir kritis peserta didik sebesar 48,90% dengan kriteria sedang, pada sikus kedua kemampuan berpikir kritis peserta didik meningkat menjadi 74,34% dengan kriteria tinggi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa metode pembelajaran Group Investigation dapat meningkatkan kemampuan berpikir kritis peserta didik sebesar 25,44%.
The Effect of Different Dosages of Nitrogen Fertilizer on Rice Growth and Leafroller Populations

Rice ( Oryza sativa L.) is an essential cereal grain crop, cultivated in tropical and subtropical areas, particularly in Asia . Several insect species are known to infest rice plants, both in open fields and in storage rooms. However, higher amounts of nitrogen fertilizer can increase plant growth, they may be responsible for initially attracting these insects to the plants. The field experiment for this study measured the effects of different nitrogen application rates on leafroller populations and rice crop growth. Five doses of nitrogen fertilizer were applied at three different times, with insect populations recorded after each application in leaf samples from six randomly selected spots on each plot. The results indicated that an optimum fertilizer dose of 75kg of urea per acre can minimize leafroller infestations and maximize plant growth. Moreover, this optimum application of fertilizer might also help plants develop resistance against invasive pest populations. DOI : 10.7176/JBAH/9-7-08 Publication date : April 30 th 2019
Same Dietary but Different Physical Activity Pattern in Normal-weight and Overweight Mexican Subjects

The prevalence of overweight and obesity has increased significantly in Westernized countries including Mexico. In general, unbalanced diets and physical inactivity have been identified as environmental factors that contribute to the obesity epidemic. The aim of this study was to compare the patterns of dietary intake and physical activity between Mexican individuals with normal-weight and overweight. In a cross-sectional and analytical study, 500 subjects were included. A 3-day food record and a food frequency questionnaire were used to evaluate dietary intake. In general, both groups had a higher intake of total fatty acids (36.9 ± 7.1%), saturated fatty acids (12.2 ± 3.5%), simple carbohydrates (19.2 ± 6.9%), dietary cholesterol (338.1 ± 253.8 mg/d) and a high n-6:n-3 PUFA ratio (12:1). In contrast, an insufficient daily consumption of PUFA (6.7 ± 5.7%), vitamins A and E, magnesium and zinc were found. The main foods that contributed to these dietary characteristics were an overconsumption of sugars, fats, and meat as well as an insufficient consumption of fruits and vegetables. Additionally, the normal-weight group had a higher prevalence of physical activity than the overweight group (56.7% vs. 33.3%, p<0.05). In conclusion both normal-weight and overweight groups had an inadequate dietary pattern, which could lead to the development of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic disease. Our work highlights the importance of dietary guidance and lifestyle intervention in both normal-weight and overweight groups.
Authors response to reviews

The study is well structured and written, although the language can be improved at some parts. The results are presented clearly, but some figures need be improved to be more accessible to the reader. The discussion picks up on the novel results but also remains very superficial at some points. My main criticism of the study is the neglection of the stability, which is a main control parameter for wake recovery. This is further explained in the comment sections. With the consideration of this aspect and further improvement, the study can be a very valuable contribution to the offshore wind energy community.
Inspired by Emotions, Guided by Knowledge: Which Emotional Cues Dominate Knowledge Management Research?

Knowledge, being context-specific and bound to individuals, is strongly related to human emotions such as joy or fear. Although emotions play an important role to articulate knowledge in text, KM research only offers insight on emotions from specific angles, neglecting a holistic view. Applying a sentiment analysis, this study closes the aforementioned gap by investigating the occurrence of emotions in KM publications. Based on general sentiment dictionaries, we (1) develop a dictionary aligned with KM, and (2) apply it to KM publications to determine the presence of positive and negative emotions and categorize them according to an emotion scale. Our results reveal that a variety of emotions is expressed in KM studies, both positive and negative, proving its relevance for this domain. We find that there is high term diversity, but also the need for consolidation of terms as well as emotion categories in KM.
Mediterranean diet adherence and blood lipids in a very high cardiovascular risk group

The Mediterranean diet (MD) has been encouraged as a dietary pattern for health with the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommending all individuals who have experienced a myocardial infarction (MI) follow such a diet. However, previous work has suggested that older individuals in the UK struggle to follow this diet pattern. The aim of the present study was to determine the level of adherence to a MD pattern in individuals deemed to be at very high risk of cardiovascular events. An additional aim was to identify if gender was a determinant of diet score and blood lipid concentrations. Participants were sampled from 5 cardiac support groups across the North of the UK. Those meeting entry criteria of MI, coronary artery bypass graft, or percutaneous coronary intervention with or without stent were assessed for adherence to the MD using a validated 14-point questionnaire. Overall dietary intake was assessed using the EPIC-Norfolk food frequency questionnaire (FFQ). Capillary blood was analysed for triacylglycerol, total-cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol and non-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (TAG, TC, LDL-C, HDL-C and non-HDL-C, respectively). All procedures were approved by the faculty of medicine, dentistry and clinical sciences research ethics committee.
The mitochondrial genome of Cofana yasumatsui (Hemiptera: Cicadellidae: Cicadellinae)

Abstract The complete mitochondrial genome of Cofana yasumatsui (Hemiptera: Cicadellidae: Cicadellinae) is sequenced. Based on annotation, the mitochondrial genome is 15,019 bp, has an A + T content of 77.2% (A = 42.0%, T = 35.2%, G = 10.0%, C = 12.8%), which is the classical structure for insect mitogenome. All PCGs started with ATN, except ATP8 and ND5 starting with TTG. All PCGs used TAN as stop codon, except ND5 stopping with single T. The phylogenetic relationship of C. yasumatsui clustered together with Cicadella viridis, Homalodisca coagulata, Homalodisca vitripennis, and Bothrogonia ferruginea from Cicadellinae. This is identical with the result of the traditional taxonomy.
Heuristic Evaluation of A Tesla Model 3 Interface

Usability research is important in our age of developing technology as it has significant implications for how technology is perceived by users. In 2017 Tesla released the Model 3, their most affordable electric-only vehicle to date. The vehicle is unique in its simplistic inner controls, composed of a single centralized touchscreen and instrumentation on the steering wheel. A heuristic analysis was conducted on the interface system of a Model 3 and several heuristic violations were identified. Suggestions to remedy the usability issues were provided along with considerations for future design of such interfaces.
Clinical Social Work Interventions for Nursing Home Residents with Depression

The populations of older adults is growing. Nursing home residents, in particular, are some of the most vulnerable members of society. Depression is more common in nursing home residents than it is in older adults who live in the community. Clinical social workers are trained to be psychotherapists, and it is important for these professionals to know which types of therapy are most effective for nursing home residents with depression. This systematic literature review was designed to sample the most recent research on psychotherapeutic interventions that are effective in addressing depression in nursing home residents. Specific search criteria were chosen along with inclusions and exclusions. For this review, 10 research studies were analyzed. The results fell into four categories of interventions: reminiscence therapy, CBT, BE-ACTIV, and other interventions. The similarities and differences in the studies and the interventions that were tested are discussed. Based on this systematic literature review, reminiscence therapy and CBT are the most effective types of therapy for nursing home residents with depression. The clinical social work practice and policy implications are presented. The limitations of this study are also highlighted along with suggestions for future research in this area. INTERVENTIONS FOR NH RESIDENTS WITH DEPRESSION 3
Protective Effects of Aqueous Extract of Telfairia occidentalis on Mercury-Induced Histological and Oxidative Changes in the Rat Hippocampus and Cerebellum

Mercury intoxication in rodents causes damage to various organs including the brain via oxidative stress. Aqueous extract of Telfairia occidentalis (TOAE) may be a preventive agent by virtue of its reported antioxidant property. The present study was carried out to investigate the possible protective role of TOAE against mercuric chloride (HgCl2)-induced changes in rat brain. Twenty-four adult female rats (150g-200g) were randomized into four groups of six rats each after acclimatization viz: I: Control, tap water; II: TOAE (400 mg/kg body wt.); III: HgCl2 (4 mg/kg body wt.); IV: TOAE (400 mg/kg body wt.) + HgCl2 (4 mg/kg body wt.). All treatments were oral by gastric gavage and lasted 14 days. Behavioural tests were conducted on the 15 day after which rats were euthanized with i.p Ketamine (100mg/kg) same day. Brain weight, antioxidant parameters [malondialdehyde (MDA), glutathione (GSH), catalase (CAT) and super oxide dismutase (SOD)], behavioural studies, and histology of rat hippocampus and cerebellum with regard to micro-anatomical parameters were examined in all groups. Mercuric chloride (HgCl2) induced significant (p<0.0.05) elevation of the MDA level, activities of CAT and SOD, grooming and locomotion frequency but reduced GSH level relative to control. Also, it induced the death of granule cells, pyramidal cells and Purkinje neurons thus altering the microanatomy of these brain structures. However, concomitant administration of TOAE with HgCl2 caused a reversal of these parameters relative to HgCl2. –treated rats. In conclusion, aqueous extract of Telfairia occidentalis demonstrated protective effects against HgCl2-induced oxidative and histological changes of the microanatomy of rat hippocampus and cerebellum.
EFFECTS OF MULLIGAN AND CYRIAX APPROACH IN PATIENTS WITH SUBACUTE LATERAL EPICONDYLITIS.

Objective: To determine and compare the effects of Deep Transverse Friction (DTF) massage and Mill’s manipulation (Cyriax) with Mobilization with movement (MWM) and Taping (Mulligan) in lateral epicondylitis patients. Material & Methods: A Randomized Control Trial (NCT03848117) was conducted in Physiotherapy Department of DHQ Hospital Bahawalnagar after the approval from the competent authority. Non-probability convenient sampling technique was used to collect sample. The n=30 sample size was randomly allocated in two groups as Group A i.e. the Cyriax group (DTF Massage & Mill’s Manipulation) and Group B i.e. the Mulligan group (Taping & MWM), with 15 participants in each group having sub acute lateral epicondylitis. Data was collected in terms of age, gender, BMI and occupation. Patient related tennis elbow evaluation (PRTEE) questionnaire was used to determine the level of pain, functional disability and hand grip strength. Patients were evaluated on 0, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th week respectively. Mann Whitney U statistics test was used for between the group analysis and Friedman with Wilcoxon signed ranks test was used for within the group analysis. The significance level was set at p<0.05. Results: The mean±SD age of subjects in Group A i.e. the Cyriax group (DTF Massage & Mill’s Manipulation) was 33.60±6.864 years and in Group B i.e. the Mulligan group(Taping & MWM) was 36.93±7.741 years. Among the study participants, Males were 19 and females were 11. A total of n=19 were male and remaining n=11 were female. MWM with taping and Mill’s manipulation with deep transverse friction massage both showed significant improvement (p<0.001) in pain, function ability and handgrip strength throughout the treatment duration. When comparing the both group regarding pain, Cyriax approach showed significant improvement after 2nd week while mulligan’s approach showed more improvement than Cyriax approach (p<0.001) in functional ability from 2ndto 3rd week. Hand grip strength in both groups did not show any significant difference (p≥0.05). Conclusion: Mobilization with movement& taping (Mulligan) and mill’s manipulation with deep transverse friction massage (Cyriax), both are effective in improving pain, functional ability and handgrip strength in lateral epicondylitis. Cyriax approach is more effective in relieving pain in lateral epicondylitis as compare to Mulligan’s approach. On the other hand, functional ability, more improve with Mulligan’s approach. But both treatments are equally effective in improving hand grip strength in lateral epicondylitis.
Spatial Competition in the Airline Industry

Airline passengers consider flights departing from airports in different cities to be substitutes and sometimes travel large distances to board a flight with lower fares. While this “airport leakage” phenomenon is a major concern for airport administrators, the industrial organization literature has assumed that flights departing from airports in different cities are in totally separate markets. This assumption rules out these substitution patterns altogether and could yield biased estimates of elasticities and markups. Using an airline passenger survey conducted annually at San Francisco International Airport, I estimate a structural model of air travel demand that allows consumers to choose among flights departing from airports in different cities. I then compare the results from my model to those from the conventional model that defines markets as origin-destination airport pairs. I find that leisure passengers are willing to travel up to 69 miles to save $100 on airfare. As a result, demand is 74 percent more elastic and markups are 41 percent lower when spatial competition is accounted for. These results suggest that airlines face substantial competition from flights departing from nearby airports and that the origin-destination airport pair definition of airline markets overstates market power.
Non-asymptotic quantum metrology : extracting maximum information from limited data

Science relies on our practical ability to extract information from reality, since processing this information is essential for developing theories that explain our world. This thesis is precisely the study of how to extract and process information using quantum systems when a constrained amount of resources means that the available data is limited. The natural framework for this task is quantum metrology, a set of tools to model and design quantum measurement strategies. Equipped with this theory, we advocate a Bayesian approach as the appropriate formalism to study systems with a finite amount of resources, which is a non-asymptotic problem, and we propose a methodology for non-asymptotic quantum metrology. To start with, we show the consistency of taking those solutions that are optimal in the asymptotic regime of many trials as a guide to calculate a generalised measure of uncertainty in the Bayesian framework. This provides an approximate but useful way of studying the non-asymptotic regime whenever a direct Bayesian optimisation is intractable, and it avoids non-physical results that can arise when only the asymptotic theory is employed. Secondly, we construct a new non-asymptotic Bayesian bound without relying on the previous approximation by first selecting the optimal quantum strategy for a single shot, and then simulating a sequence of repetitions of this scheme, which is suitable for experiments where we do not wish or cannot correlate different trials. These methods are applied to a Mach-Zehnder interferometer, which is a single-parameter problem, and to quantum sensing networks where the nodes are either qubits or optical modes, which are multi-parameter protocols. Our results provide a detailed characterisation of how the interplay between prior information, entanglement and a limited amount of data affects the performance of quantum metrology protocols, which has important implications for the analysis of theory and experiments in this field.
The Molecular Mechanisms of Polycystic Kidney Disease

In autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) paracrine signaling molecules in cyst fluid can induce proliferation and cystogenesis of neighboring renal epithelial cells. However, the identity of this “cyst inducing factor“ is still unknown. The aim of this study was to identify paracrine signaling proteins in cyst fluid using an 3D in vitro cystogenesis assay. We collected cyst fluid from 15 ADPKD patients who underwent kidney or liver resection (55 cysts from 13 nephrectomies, 5 cysts from 2 liver resections). For each sample, the ability to induce proliferation and cyst formation was tested using the cystogenesis assay (RPTEC/TERT1 cells in Matrigel with cyst fluid added for 14 days). Kidney cyst fluid induced proliferation and cyst growth of renal epithelial cells in a dose-dependent fashion. Liver cyst fluid also induced cystogenesis. Using size exclusion chromatography, 56 cyst fluid fractions were obtained of which only the fractions between 30-100 kDa showed cystogenic potential. Mass spectrometry analysis of samples that tested positive or negative in the assay identified 43 candidate cystogenic proteins. GO analysis showed an enrichment for proteins classified as enzymes, immunity proteins, receptors and signaling proteins. A number of these proteins have previously been implicated in ADPKD, including Secreted Frizzeld-Related Protein 4, S100A8, osteopontin, and CRELD1. In conclusion, both kidney and liver cyst fluids contain paracrine signaling molecules that drive cyst formation. Using size exclusion chromatography and mass spectrometry, we procured a candidate list for future studies. Ultimately, cystogenic paracrine signaling molecules may be targeted to abrogate cystogenesis in ADPKD.
The Environmental Costs of Civil War: A Synthetic Comparison of the Congolese Forests with and without the Great War of Africa

Despite the fact that, between 1950 and 2000, more than 80% of wars occurred within biodiversity hot spots, we do not fully understand the environmental costs of war. This study conducts one of the first systematic evaluations of the costs of civil war for forest environments. The analysis, however, requires a proper counterfactual: the forest coverage if it were not for civil war. Moreover, instead of estimating an average cost of diverse civil wars, it would be better to tailor the estimate to each war. I address these problems by applying the synthetic control method to the case of the Great War of Africa in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The analysis shows that the civil war caused a 1.61% loss of the forests, which is more than the entire territory of Belgium and nearly a half of Sierra Leone, over five years. The finding calls further attention to “conflict timber” problems.
Reducing Racial Bias in Student Opinions of Teaching through an Informational Primer

The purpose of this inquiry was to examine the potential of an educational intervention used prior to students’ completion of the Student Opinion of Teaching (SOT) survey to reduce racial bias. Guided by the understanding of implicit association, the aim was to reduce students’ racial biases in SOTs. The inquiry was guided by one main question: Can an informational primer on the purpose of SOTs prior the students’ completion of SOTs mitigate racial bias? A two-group comparison design guided this inquiry, and the intervention was conducted in all courses taught by the instructors in a social work program at the University of Pittsburgh during the fall 2018 who had taught the same course in the fall of 2017. The eligible population for the inquiry included a total of 169 undergraduate students who were enrolled in the courses in 2018, compared to an enrollment of 178 students in 2017, the sample included in the inquiry totaled 75 students. Utilizing both quantitative and qualitative data from the SOTs, I utilized a mixed methods approach to the analysis of both sets of data, allowing the qualitative analysis to further contextualize the quantitative data. The key findings from the inquiry revealed that students’ ratings of instructor teaching effectiveness through the SOT may increase through the inclusion of an informational primer on the purpose of SOTs, how they are utilized by instructors and administrators, and examples of useful feedback. Additionally, as currently designed, the SOT items may foster student implicit racial biases and the findings present a deeper understanding of the nature of perceived educational authority of the instructor by their students and its relationship with instructor race. This inquiry identifies the need for better education for students, faculty, and administrators regarding the nature of SOTs, overall, not just its effect of implicit biases.
Informality, Frictions, and Macroprudential Policy

We analyze the effects of macroprudential policies through the lens of an estimated dynamic stochastic general equilibrium (DSGE) model tailored to developing markets. In particular, we explicitly introduce informality in the labor and goods markets within a small open economy embedding financial frictions, nominal and real rigidities, labor search and matching, and an explicit banking sector. We use the estimated version of the model to run welfare analysis under optimized monetary and macroprudential rules. Results show that although informality reduces the efficiency of macroprudential policies following a convex fashion, combining the latter with an inflation targeting objective could be beneficial.