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MOTIVATIONS AND CHALLENGES IN SPECIALIZING TECHNOLOGY AND LIVELIHOOD EDUCATION: A PHENOMENOLOGICAL INQUIRY
Authors: Mamayabay Mary Jane B. , Quilestino Maria Rina T.
Published: March 2024

This paper aimed to analyze and interpret the students’ motivations and challenges in specializing in Technology and Livelihood Education during the hit of a pandemic. The study interpreted the shared experiences of the 12 BTLEd students using the phenomenological approach and a six-phase approach to thematic analysis (TA), popularized by (Clarke & Braun, 2006). The findings showed four (4) common themes: continuity of previous academic journey, financial problems, access to supplementary learning materials, and TLE as a complex field of study. These recurring themes indicate that the absence of face-to-face interaction resulted in the students’ difficulties acquiring the required skill set for the subject. Moreover, future research on this particular topic may be carried out to investigate the particular areas or dimensions of the TLE program more in-depth.
 

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INFLUENCE OF INSTRUCTIONAL SUPERVISION IN PROMOTION OF CHILD-FRIENDLY LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN RURAL PUBLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN MERU COUNTY, KENYA
Authors: Kihara Daniel Wambugu , Kimiti Richard Peter , Mulwa David
Published: March 2024

Effective head teachers’ management practices should be aimed at fostering all-inclusive and child-focused learning environments for quality learning and the general well-being of all learners. The purpose of the study was to investigate the influence of instructional supervision in the promotion of a child-friendly learning environment in rural-based public primary schools in Meru County. The study utilised a descriptive survey design and targeted 775 teachers in rural-based public primary schools in Meru County. Simple random sampling was used to select a sample of 155 teachers. Data was collected through questionnaires. Data analysis was carried out through descriptive and inferential statistics. The results of the study revealed a significant relationship between instructional supervision and the promotion of a child-friendly learning environment (r (146) = .22, P = .007). The instructional supervision practices in the study were focused on: supervision of instructional processes, professional development, teacher empowerment, and instruction and guidance on curriculum delivery. Based on the findings, there is a need to improve on direct supervision of instructional processes towards enhancing teaching conditions and quality of learning. The study recommends that head teachers need to receive more in-service training in areas of professional development, and curriculum and assessment. The study further recommends that the government needs to avail more resources for continuous teacher empowerment and professional development plans.
 

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CRISIS SITUATION AND THE CHALLENGES OF PRIMARY SECONDARY SCHOOL TRANSITION IN THE ENGLISH SPEAKING REGIONS OF CAMEROON
Authors: Yuomeyse Kenneth , Ngamaleu Henri Rodrigue Njengoué
Published: March 2024

The study aims to identify the challenges that affect primary secondary school transition in crisis situations in the English-speaking regions of Cameroon. The attacks on students and teachers, forcing schools to close, destruction of teaching and learning facilities by Anglophone non-state armed groups have affected the transition from primary to secondary schools. Several hundreds of school children and students have dropped out of school as a result of the crisis that started in 2016. The dropout of students from schools because of the crisis motivated the researchers to carry out this study. The study made use of a qualitative research design. An interview guide was used for individuals and for focus group discussions to collect data. The sample was 60 participants including school dropouts, heads of households, school administrators, civil society, and religious authorities. The purposive sampling technique was employed to select the respondents. Data collected from the respondents was analysed using thematic content analysis. The results indicate the social and cultural norms, economic and systematic factors that limit primary secondary school transition, programmes implemented, and ways to prevent students from leaving schools before completing their studies. All children after finishing primary school would like to enroll in secondary education. The ministries of education should formulate policies and take appropriate measures that will meet international expectations and standards for effective transition from primary to secondary school in Cameroon. Children get the best of their future through education.
 

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EDUCATIONAL ASPECTS ON SPECIAL NEED AND “CHARISMATIC” STUDENTS
Authors: Leontopoulos Stefanos , Skenderidis Prodromos , Liapopoulos Vaios , Chatzitheodorou Vasilios
Published: March 2024

Teaching at any stage becomes effective when the student operates under the influence of learning motivation. However, in some cases, there are students who either appear learning difficulties or request special interests on their own and can be characterized as “charismatic”. In Greece, “charismatic” students are usually not separated from the rest of the students and often study and receive the same education as the rest of the students. As a result, their potential is not exploited and their motivation and school grades are reduced.The purpose of this work is to record the actions and means that should be used to teach students who have learning difficulties but also students who can be characterized as “charismatic”. In conclusion, teaching with the use of computers and other digital media can be integrated and significantly helps the teaching and learning of all subjects of the curriculum at all levels of education.
 

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TEACHERS’ AVAILABILITY, SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION IN PUBLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN BAYELSA STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: Ugolo Stella Peremoboere , Alonge Hezekiah O.
Published: March 2024

The study is predicated on the assumption that teaching manpower is critical to education service delivery which is a vehicle for effecting sustainable growth and development of any society. The study therefore analyzed teachers’ availability, supply, and distribution in public primary schools in Bayelsa State. The study was descriptive adopting ex- post facto research design. The population of the study comprised all 3,571 teachers distributed across the 547 public primary schools in Bayelsa State as of the 2022/2023 academic session. It was a census study; therefore, a sample was not made. A checklist titled: Teachers Availability Distribution and Supply Checklist (TADSC) was used to collect data for the study. The data collected were analyzed using percentages and histogram charts. Findings from the study revealed that the enrolment of pupils in public primary schools was generally low and varied by local government area. It was also found that teachers were not adequately supplied while the available ones were not equitably distributed across the eight local government areas. Lastly, the results of the findings showed that the existing public primary schools in the State require adequately qualified classroom teachers for effective pedagogical-related assignments. Arising from the findings, it was recommended that the State government should provide existing public primary schools with basic teaching and learning facilities including qualified and adequate teaching manpower; rural communities should be provided with basic amenities while rural allowance/incentives for teachers should be increased to promote high teacher retention in local and rural areas; teachers should be redistributed across schools and local government areas for equity, fairness, and effective utilization by relevant authorities like the State Universal Education Board {SUBEB} and the State Ministry of Education.
 

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THE MEDIATING EFFECT OF INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE SELF-EFFICACY AND WORK ENGAGEMENT OF PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS
Authors: Pudang Mariel M. , Apostol Raymunda L.
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the mediating effect of interpersonal communication on the relationship between the self-efficacy and work engagement of teachers. Utilizing quantitative, non-experimental design via correlational technique, data were obtained from 300 respondents of the study who are teachers among public elementary schools in Baganga North and South District, province of Davao Oriental. The researcher utilized the Raosoft software for determining the number of respondents and an online survey mode of data collection. The researcher also utilized the statistical tools mean, Pearson r, and Medgraph using the Sobel z-test. From the results of the study, it was found that there is a very high level of self-efficacy, work engagement, and interpersonal communication among teachers. Also, results revealed that there is a significant relationship between self-efficacy and work engagement of teachers but showed no significant relationship between self-efficacy and interpersonal communication of teachers and between interpersonal communication and work engagement of teachers. Also, interpersonal communication has no significant mediating effect on the relationship between the self-efficacy and work engagement of teachers in public elementary schools.
 

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THE MEDIATING EFFECT OF WORK ENGAGEMENT ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE LEADERSHIP BEHAVIORS AND TEAM EFFECTIVENESS AMONG PUBLIC ELEMENTARY TEACHERS
Authors: Lanaban Charlene A. , Apostol Raymunda L.
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the mediating effect of work engagement on the relationship between the leadership behaviors of school heads and the team effectiveness of teachers. Utilizing quantitative, non-experimental design via correlational technique, data were obtained from 300 respondents of the study who are teachers among public elementary schools in Baganga North and South Districts, province of Davao Oriental. The researcher utilized a stratified random sampling technique and an online survey mode of data collection. The researcher also utilized the statistical tools mean, Pearson r, and Medgraph using the Sobel z-test. From the results of the study, it was found that there is a very high level of leadership behaviors of school heads, team effectiveness, and work engagement of teachers. Also, results revealed that there is a significant relationship between leadership behaviors of school heads and team effectiveness of teachers, a significant relationship between leadership behaviors and work engagement of teachers, and a significant relationship between work engagement and team effectiveness of teachers. Further, work engagement has a partial mediating effect on the relationship between the leadership behaviors of school heads and the team effectiveness of teachers among public elementary schools.
 

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ADVANCING KNOWLEDGE ECONOMY THROUGH EDUCATION AND RESEARCH SKILLS
Authors: Balapala Kartheek R. , Volk John
Published: March 2024

The knowledge economy is a system of consumption and production that is based on intellectual capital. Specifically, this refers to the ability to capitalize on scientific discoveries and applied research including research studies at the university. To develop a successful post-graduate program in research needs a robust and sustainable research environment. A guideline named "Best Practices for PhD Training" was produced by the Organization for PhD Education in Health Sciences in the European System, a European platform to promote best practices in PhD education in health sciences. The extensive advice and suggestions made in the guidelines apply to all aspects of PhD and research programs, of which supervision is a crucial part. The success of a thesis depends on a productive supervisor-student relationship built on respect, accountability, and engagement. Active researchers who obtain training to hone their overseeing abilities should serve as supervisors. They act as both scientific and moral role models in academic life. The employment of a second supervisor in addition to the primary one is strongly advised to boost monitoring student development more effectively and to prevent interpersonal disputes. The obligations of the supervisor should be outlined in institutional regulations. The task could be more clearly defined and may serve as a beginning point in a contract created by the institution and signed by the supervisor and the student. Grievance methods must be plain and obvious in the event of a conflict. Students' professional development should be supported by their supervisors, who should also help them become autonomous researchers. Quite a number of surveys revealed considerable dissatisfaction among students with their supervisors. There is a great deal of strain due to performance pressure on both students and supervisors. Students worry about their future employment opportunities. These stress spots should be taken into account by institutional regulations to improve the welfare of both professors and students. Small-group instruction and learning have become increasingly popular in medical school as a tool to assist research students with their studies and promote deep learning. Postgraduate learners can exercise their higher-order thinking and cognitive abilities by researching the problems with undergraduate medical student supervision. Thus, encourages self-motivation while as a postgraduate researcher and fosters adult learning, accepting responsibility for one's own development, and adult learning.
 

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MANAGEMENT MODEL FOR HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS BASED ON RANKING OF UNIVERSITIES
Authors: Medeiros Carla França , Vieira Adalena Kennedy , Vieira Raimundo Kennedy
Published: March 2024

The demands and pressures of the market are felt in higher education, necessitating continuous improvement in every aspect. A desirable approach would be implementing a management model of excellence in education, particularly emphasizing evaluation, and service enhancements. Such assessments can influence the positioning of universities in the market and enable them to identify their strengths and weaknesses. This study proposes a conceptual model of excellence management for HEIs (Higher Education Institutions), based on analysing university rankings. The model will be developed by identifying convergent factors of the EFQM and BCPE Management Models, verifying convergence factors among the leading five international rankings, and presenting the procedures for using Rankings as Performance Indicators. This research has a bibliographic character. As a result of this research, it was possible to propose a management model of excellence in which university rankings are used as performance indicators. The proposed model is flexible and can be utilized by different HEIs.
 

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DEVELOPMENT OF THE 21ST CENTURY MEDIA LITERACY SKILLS SCALE, VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY
Authors: Kalaycı Rüstem , Eşgi Necmi
Published: March 2024

In this research, it was aimed to develop a valid and reliable scale to determine the opinions of high school students and teachers about 21st century media literacy skills. During the scale development process, an item pool of 32 items that provided content validity was created, after expert opinion, the number of items was reduced to 30 items in total, and the scale was applied to a total of 794 people for the first application of the scale development phase. The data obtained as a result of the first application were subjected to exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and reliability studies. As a result of the analysis, a three-factor scale ("Being Aware and Paying Attention", "Being Informed" and "Ability to Use Media Tools") consisting of a total of 18 items was obtained, the validity and reliability of which were ensured. To test the suitability of the factor structure of the scale, confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was performed by applying the scale to a total of 418 people. As a result of the analysis, it was observed that the factor structure (fit index values) of the scale was within the desired reference ranges. As a result of all analysis studies of the scale, a scale consisting of 16 items in total, whose validity and reliability have been sufficiently proven, has been developed and can be applied to high school students.
 

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PREDICTORS OF SHS’ CHOICE ON TVL TRACK
Authors: Blanco Barney French S. , Tingzon Leilanie L.
Published: March 2024

Career choice for senior high school programs is a crucial stage among junior high school Filipino students. The purpose of this study is to determine the predictors of Senior High School students’ career choices on Technical-Vocational Livelihood (TVL) in Davao del Sur, Philippines. Adopted survey questionnaires were given to a sample of N=405 grade 10 students from public secondary schools in the Division of Davao Del Sur. The questionnaire was validated by experts contextualizing in the local setting. Mean, Pearson chi-squared and logistic regression were used to determine the predictors of Senior High School students’ career choices on Technical vocational Livelihood track. The results show that the mother’s educational attainment significantly affects the student’s intention to enroll in a Technical-Vocational program. Also, classmates will enroll in the same program show a positive relationship with the students’ enrollment intention. This was followed by a flexible class schedule and various accreditations. School career counselors need to intensify students’ awareness in the career selection process to generate ideas and career alignment, and encourage student’s preferences. Career counseling will provide students with a strong sense of direction and help students determine their strengths, values, passion, and areas of interest.

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THE MEDIATING EFFECT OF ORGANIZATIONAL HEALTH ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE SELF-CONCEPT AND ORGANIZATIONAL CITIZENSHIP BEHAVIOR OF TEACHERS AMONG PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Authors: Masumbid Juna May A. , Apostol Raymunda L.
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the mediating effect of organizational health on the relationship between self-concept and organizational citizenship behavior among public schools. Utilizing quantitative, non-experimental design via correlational technique, data were obtained from 300 respondents of the study who are teachers in public elementary schools in Cateel 2, Davao Oriental. The researcher utilized a total population sampling technique and an online survey mode of data collection. The researcher also utilized the statistical tools mean, Pearson r, and Medgraph using the Sobel z-test. From the results of the study, it was found that there is a very high level of self-concept, organizational citizenship behavior, and organizational health. Also, results revealed that there is a significant relationship between self-concept and organizational citizenship behavior, a significant relationship between self-concept and organizational health, and a significant relationship between organizational health organizational citizenship behavior. Further, organizational health has a partial mediating effect on the relationship between self-concept and organizational citizenship behavior among public schools.
 

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VOCABULARY LEARNING IN LANGUAGE ACQUISITION: A LITERATURE REVIEW ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF WORDS KNOWLEDGE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD
Authors: Narayan Ravnil , Goundar Prashneel
Published: March 2024

Acquiring vocabulary represents one of the highly pivotal skills that is required for teaching and learning a second or foreign language from early childhood days. It forms a basis towards the development of all other necessary skills such as writing, reading, listening, pronunciation, and spelling. More imperatively, words development is a crucial tool for learners during the early childhood age in their quest to use the English language effectively. Because of its function, vocabulary development tends to harness other aspects which include cognitive, social, and literacy development. It is posited that parents should always pay closer attention to these developments, as it forms the rudiments for language learning processes. Of all, spoken communication is the most effective form of communication as it contributes towards words development to a sustainable level. Hence, this paper will delve into pertinent literature that is associated with words development in early childhood, and how it enhances all other associated facets that are related to it.
 

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ACCESSIBILITÉ AU DOCUMENT AUTHENTIQUE GRÂCE AU TRADUCTEUR DEEPL : LE CAS DU FRANÇAIS DE SPÉCIALITÉ DANS UN CONTEXTE ANGLOPHONE/ AUTHENTIC DOCUMENT IN FRENCH FOR SPECIAL PURPOSES IN AN ANGLOPHONE CONTEXT WITH DEEPL TRANSLATOR
Authors: Chemutai Koske Lily
Published: March 2024

permet de mettre l’apprenant en contact avec la langue et culture cibles. En français pour le tourisme, l’hôtellerie et la restauration (FTHR) cependant, la langue et la culture visées vont au-delà de la langue utilisée quotidiennement pour englober la langue spécialisée et la culture de l’entreprise. En outre, la notion et les produits du tourisme varient d’un pays à l’autre et, donc, l’utilisation des documents authentiques venant de France risque d’être peu adaptée à un autre pays. Consciente de ce fait, cette contribution explore la possibilité de recourir à des documents issus du pays de l’apprenant et traduits en langue française à l’aide du traducteur DeepL pour une utilisation dans un cours de FTHR. Elle est basée sur une expérience réalisée à l’Université de Maasai Mara au Kenya en utilisant des documents recueillis sur le site officiel du tourisme kenyan - Magical Kenya ainsi que sur ceux des voyagistes du même pays.

The authentic document as a resource in the teaching of a foreign language enables the learner to come into contact with the target language and culture. In French for tourism, hotels, and catering, however, the target language and culture go beyond the language used on a daily basis to incorporate the specialised language and culture of the workplace. Furthermore, the concept and products of tourism vary from one country to another and therefore the use of authentic documents from France may not be appropriate. Aware of this fact, this contribution explores the possibility of using documents found in the learner's country and translated into French with the help of the DeepL translator for use in a French tourism and hospitality course. It is based on an experiment carried out at Maasai Mara University in Kenya using documents found on the official Kenyan Tourism Board’s website as well as those from tour operators’ pages. 

 

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EFFECTS OF IDEA-GENERATION STRATEGIES ON VIETNAMESE EFL STUDENTS’ EXPOSITORY WRITING QUALITY AND SELF-EFFICACY
Authors: Nguyen Tran Thi Thao , Le Thach Son , Nam Nguyen Thi Phuong
Published: March 2024

This quasi-experimental study was conducted to investigate the effects of idea-generation strategies, group discussion, and freewriting on Vietnamese EFL students’ expository writing quality. Changes in these students’ writing self-efficacy after they used the two strategies were also explored. Forty-seven EFL sophomore students of Tra Vinh University were chosen to be the participants of this study. The students were divided into two groups: experimental group 1 and experimental group 2. In the pre-writing stage, while students in experimental group 1 shared their ideas in a group discussion, students in experimental group 2 generated their ideas through freewriting. Data were collected through two writing tests including a pretest and a post-test, and a self-efficacy questionnaire delivered before and after the six-week intervention. Analysis of the test results exhibited that both group discussion and freewriting enhanced the quality of students’ texts in terms of content and organization, with group discussion resulting in better content than freewriting. Specifically, both strategies helped students’ writing self-efficacy with respect to writing ideation, writing conventions, and writing self-regulation change positively. Finally, some recommendations for future researchers are also mentioned.
 

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THE MEDIATING EFFECT OF SPORT ORIENTATION ON THE RELATIONSHIP OF LEADER BEHAVIOR OF SPORTS OF COACHES AND MENTAL TOUGHNESS OF ATHLETES
Authors: Rodriguez Jaymark C. , Abellanosa Gaudencio G.
Published: March 2024

The study aimed to determine the mediating effect of sport orientation on the relationship between the leadership behavior of sports’ coaches and the mental toughness of athletes among Special Program in Sports students in one of the public secondary schools in Malita, Province of Davao Occidental, Region XI using quantitative non-experimental descriptive- correlational research design. Results revealed a very high level of sport coaches’ leadership behavior, a very high level of athletes’ mental toughness, and very high level of sports orientation. The leadership behavior of sports’ coaches does not significantly correlate with the mental toughness of athletes and sports orientation. Sports orientation does not significantly correlate with the mental toughness of athletes. The null hypothesis is accepted that sport orientation does not significantly mediate sport coaches’ leadership behavior and athletes’ mental toughness. More so, there is a partial mediating effect of sport orientation on the relationship between the leader behavior of sports coaches’ and athletes’ mental toughness. Other factors may affect the mental toughness leadership style and motivation of their coaches aside from sports orientation although studies show coaches are responsible for everything from mental adjustments, life counseling, and interpersonal relationships to gathering information about competitions. Furthermore, this approach might be used as a means of continuous improvement for enhancing in-service education, refining current educational programs, and conducting comprehensive assessments of educational tools and interventions.
 

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NAMIBIAN TEACHERS’ MULTIDIMENSIONAL ATTITUDES TOWARDS TEACHING STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS IN INCLUSIVE SETTINGS
Authors: Jatileni Malakia , Havu-Nuutinen Sari , Waltzer Katariina
Published: March 2024

The success or failure of inclusive educational practices is significantly influenced by teachers’ attitudes towards teaching students with special educational needs (SEN). This research explores the multidimensional attitudes of teachers in Namibia towards teaching students with SEN in inclusive educational settings. We explored teachers’ multidimensional attitudes and how teachers’ cognitive and affective dimensions of attitude influence their behavioural stance regarding teaching students with SEN. The study is grounded in the theory of planned behaviour. Data were collected from 300 teachers in the Omusati, Oshana, Kunene, and Khomas educational regions of Namibia through a self-administered electronic questionnaire. Data were descriptively and inferentially analysed using Jamovi Statistical Software Version 2.3.18.0 and Statistical Package for the Social Sciences IBM Amos. The inferential analysis involved exploratory factor analysis, extracting three attitude components: cognitive, behavioural, and affective, comprising 10 items. The structural equation modelling analyses included confirmatory factor analysis to validate the measurement model and multiple regression analysis to confirm the structural model’s fitness with latent variables. The results revealed that cognitive attitude attained the highest overall mean score, followed by behavioural attitude and affective attitude. This suggests that although participants hold positive beliefs, ideas, and perceptions and are willing to teach SEN in inclusive settings, they displayed moderate emotions towards the practice. Furthermore, the findings indicated that teachers' cognitive attitude has a significantly positive influence on their behavioural attitude, whereas affective attitude was statistically insignificant, implying a negative influence. These findings bear significant relevance to education ministries, curriculum developers, education practitioners, teacher training institutions, and policymakers. They underscore the importance of considering teachers’ multidimensional attitudes in formulating and implementing inclusive education policies. Additionally, the results offer valuable insights for teachers, elucidating the impact of their cognitive and affective attitudes on their behavioural attitude towards teaching students with SEN in inclusive settings.
 

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INVESTIGATION INTO THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT THERAPY (ACT) ON PROCRASTINATION AND SELF-EFFICACY OF MOTHERS LIVING IN RAY CITY
Authors: Jafari Fataneh Hassani , Abdivarmazan Morad , Curatola Annamaria , Mahmoodfakhe Heman , Abbasi Fereshteh
Published: March 2024

The aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in reducing procrastination and increasing the self-efficacy of mothers living in Ray city. The research method used was a single-factor experiment with repeated measures. Sampling was done using the multistage cluster sampling method. The sample consisted of 41 mothers of primary school students from Ray city. The intervention was over 8 sessions and each session lasted 90 minutes. Data was collected in three phases (beginning, end, and follow-up). Data was analyzed through the examination of the variance of repeated measurements. The results of this study showed that the research hypotheses were confirmed at a significant level (P= 0.00). It can therefore be said that group therapy based on acceptance and commitment reduces procrastination and increases self-efficacy in mothers.
 

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Perilaku Hidup Bersih dan Sehat Pada Masyarakat di Kelurahan Bori Bellaya Kabupaten Maros
Authors: Sukawati Yuyuk
Published: March 2024

Program PHBS yang dilaksanakan oleh KKN Mas kelompok 81 merupakan upaya untuk memberdayakan masyarakat agar tahu, mau dan mampu mempraktikkan perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat masyarakat serta meningkatkan pengetahuan dan pemahaman masyarakat untuk memiliki kesadaran dan potensi diri untuk menjaga kesehatan melalui pengenalan Perilaku Hidup Bersih dan Sehat (PHBS) di Kelurahan Bori Bellaya Dusun Buloa dan Pasandang. Metode pelaksanaan adalah dengan penyuluhan tentang perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat (PHBS). Kegiatan ini melibatkan 2 dusun Kelurahan Bori Bellaya yaitu Dusun Buloa dan Pasandang. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan bahwa dengan penyuluhan dapat meningkatkan pengetahuan setiap rumah tangga dan masyarakat terhadap perilaku Perilaku Hidup Bersih dan Sehat (PHBS).
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON RECENT ADVANCES IN THE FIELD OF ECONOMICS, FINANCE, MANAGEMENT & TECHNOLOGY 2024
Authors: Tiwari Dr. B. B. , Eswara Reddy Dr. E. , Ranjith Kumar Dr. S. , Rajeena Dr. Syed , Dr. Nilaish
Published: March 2024

The International Conference on Recent Advances in the Field of Economics, Finance, Management, and Technology 2024 (ICREFMT 2024) serves as a nexus for groundbreaking ideas and scholarly research across crucial thematic areas integral to the advancement and comprehension of current issues in global economics, evolving financial systems, strategic management practices, and forefront technological innovations. This conference is a confluence for academics, professionals, and policymakers, providing insights into the changing terrains of digital finance, underscoring the significant influence of financial technology and the digitalization of banking, which are reshaping consumer behaviors and financial management strategies. It probes into the psychological facets of the workforce, examining job burnout, psychological well-being, and the impact of work-life balance on productivity and satisfaction among professionals in the educational and corporate realms. Operational excellence, with an emphasis on enhancing business processes through ERP systems, highlights the conference’s focus on efficiency in the IT sector. The dialogue extends to marketing, illuminating the crucial role of product differentiation, brand equity, and the increasing importance of green marketing and corporate social responsibility in consumer choice, particularly in the cosmetics industry. The event also explores the economic repercussions of remittances, the sustainability of debt, and the impact of taxation policies on digital transactions, offering a rich analysis of fiscal policies and their effects on regional and national economies. Sustainable development and the transition towards green GDP are critically examined, alongside the challenges and opportunities presented by digital marketing, the adoption of new technologies in banking, and the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in marketing and personalized learning. The conference not only addresses the technical and financial aspects but also ventures into the domain of human resources, exploring the nuances of HR practices in the IT sector, the significance of work-life harmony, and the strategic importance of women entrepreneurship, thereby weaving an intricate narrative around the essential themes of economics, finance, management, and technology. Keywords: Global Economics, Financial Systems, Strategic Management, Technological Innovations, Digital Finance, Consumer Behaviors, Financial Management, Psychological Well-being, Work-life Balance, Operational Excellence, Product Differentiation, Brand Equity, Green Marketing, Corporate Social Responsibility, Fiscal Policies, Sustainable Development, Digital Marketing, Artificial Intelligence, Human Resources, Women Entrepreneurship.
Influence of Workload, Job Satisfaction, and Communication on the Performance of Support Service Workers at Pertamina Abab Dewa Raja Field
Authors: Nurjanah Rina , Hasmawaty Hasmawaty , Gunarto Muji
Published: March 2024

This study aims to understand and analyze the relationship between the influence of workload, job satisfaction, and communication on the performance of support service workers at Pertamina Abab Dewa Raja Field. The population in this study consists of support service workers (TKJP) selected randomly, involving 70 individuals, with a breakdown of 35 contact support workers and 35 workers from production contracts. The data collection technique involves questionnaires, and the multiple regression analysis technique is processed with statistical software. Data analysis techniques involve data verification, questionnaire management, and data processing: (a) data validity test, (b) data reliability test, (c) multiple linear regression test, and (d) hypothesis testing. The data analysis process used statistical formula applications to facilitate researchers' processing and interpreting data.
Nanoparticles Antimicrobial Activity: A Mini Review
Authors: Thualfakar  , Mohammed Eman Hamzah
Published: March 2024

Antimicrobial resistance has become a major challenge to public health worldwide. The development of new strategies to combat resistant microorganisms has become imperative. Nanoparticles with antimicrobial activity have been extensively investigated as a potential solution to this problem. Nanoparticles are effective due to their ability to directly interact with microorganisms, causing damage to their cell membranes, walls, and DNA. In this article, we will provide an overview of the mechanisms of antimicrobial action of nanoparticles and explore the different types of nanoparticles with antimicrobial properties. We will also discuss the current and potential future applications of antimicrobial nanoparticles in medicine, as well as their challenges and limitations.
ZnO and TiO2/PVA Nanoparticle Additives Effect on the Adhesion Properties and Biological Activity of Dyes and Epoxy
Authors: Fahdel Odah Jafer , Al-Dharob Mohammad H. , Hamad Ammar Abdullah , Younis Ahmed , Hussain Nada , Ahmed Ruba Abdul Rasul , Abdul Ameer Raya
Published: March 2024

Zinc oxide nanoparticles with PVA were used as additives for improving the specifications of the Iraqi dyes produced in the Modern Paints Company) D-5800 SFFA, epoxy for the inside drinking water tanks, D-5547 A-9101, lead food epoxy D-5544SFA-12 and transparent food epoxy primer (G-5900) that suffer from poor adhesion, peeling ability and decreasing in biological activity after a period of time, as the following: 4g of PVA was dissolved in 100mL of deionized water (DI) using a magnetic stirrer for 1 hour at 60°C, followed by the addition of 0.6g of ZnO NPs with a stirrer for 1 hour at 60°C. The temperature of this solution was allowed to drop to room temperature. Other samples were also prepared in the same way, using ZnO and TiO2 in a 1:1 ratio. The included, the tests for adhesion ability, biological effectiveness and time-acceleration weathering of the coating were carried out. Experimental results on a gypsum (Bork) piece coated with nano-coating over a period of more than six months showed an increase in adhesion ability of over 160% for some samples, along with an increase in biological activity, such as (E. coli and ST aureuse).
Influence of Annealing on the Optical Properties of Polyacrylonitrile Thin Films
Authors: Abood Mohammad Malik , Jasim Ikram Kamal , F. Bahrani  , Kahtan A. Mohammed  , Ali Q. Abdullah
Published: March 2024

In this paper, a polyacrylonitrile polymer was prepared and study its optical properties with different temperatures a films clear change from light brown to very dark brown at a temperature range (25- 280⁰C), although the polymer is characterized by high transparency and analyzing the absorbance spectrum of the prepared films, the direct energy gap was calculated, which was in the range of 4.01eV for without annealing films to decrease to 1.63eV  for films annealing at a temperature of 280⁰C with these changes in properties, these films can be used in optical applications such as solar cells and photodetectors.
Synthesis, Optical and D.C Electrical Characterization of (Pomegranate/PVA/TiO2) Ternary-Nanocomposites, As a Window to Improve Solar Cell Performance
Authors: Mohaimeed Ameen alwan , Bahaa H. Rabee
Published: March 2024

This paper aims to fabricate a nanocomposite made of polyvinyl alcohol, titanium dioxide, and natural pomegranate dye that can function as a sunlight sensor for solar cells. The thin films' structural, optical and electrical properties of (Pomegranate/PVA-TiO2) were studied. Images from (FE-SEM) taken at a concentration of 0.3 weight percent revealed the structural features of the material., the surface of the (Pomegranate/PVA-TiO2) nanocomposite films demonstrations many aggregations or chucks arbitrarily dispersed of (TiO2) with grain size (47-55) nm. With an increase in natural dye content, transmittance decreases. Pomegranate dye had the most prominent peaks, measuring (76%) at a concentration of 1 ml. All optical constants, including parameters such n and k for transparency and extinction, r and i for real and imaginary dielectric constants, and electrical conductivity for optical conductivity, rise with pomegranate dye concentration. The results showed that the electrical conductivity at a concentration of (4 ml) recorded the greatest possible (6.4×10-6) (Ω.cm)-1, and the activation energy decreased with increasing concentration of pomegranate dye (0.29-0.20) eV. Then a solar cell was prepared from SnO2/Si, and the films were deposited on it, and the efficiency results were. After being coated with (Pomegranate/PVA-TiO2) nanocomposites, the efficiency (ƞ) increased from (4.3-4.75). In addition to the increase in current (Isc) from 23 to 30 mA/cm2. The final results showed that the (Pomegranate/PVA-TiO2) nanocomposite possesses a high transmittance, low activation energy and is sensitive to light in the Vis and IR regions, making it suitable for optical application.
Peningkatan Prestasi Belajar Melalui Model Jigsaw pada Siswa Kelas X IPA-2 SMA Negeri 5 Lhokseumawe
Authors: Nazimah Nazimah
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini dilaksanakan untuk mengetahui peningkatan aktifitas dan prestasi belajar siswa serta bagaimana persepsi siswa mengenai penerapan pembelajaran Kimia dengan materi pokok Sistim periodic unsur. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan dalam dua siklus, setiap siklus terdiri dari 2x pertemuan yang terdiri dari 3 x 45 menit. Siklus pertama dilaksanakan pada tanggal 2 dan 9 Oktober 2017 sedangkan siklus II dilaksanakan pada tanggal 16 dan 23 Oktober 2017. Subyek penelitian adalah siswa kelas X IPA-2 SMA Negeri 5 Lhokseumawe. Data penelitian berupa peningkatan aktifitas dan prestasi belajar serta persepsi siswa. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan data aktifitas belajar siswa mengalami peningkatan yaitu rata-rata aktifitas belajar siswa pada siklus I adalah 12% (tingkat kurang), 44% (tingkat cukup), dan 44% (tingkat baik). Perolehan skor rata-rata prestasi belajar siswa sebelum diajar menggunakan pembelajaran kooperatif model Jigsaw adalah 54,75% dengan ketuntasan belajar klasikal 35%. setelah diajar setelah diajar menggunakan pembelajaran kooperatif model Jigsaw perolehan skor rata-rata prestasi belajar siswa pada siklus I adalah 68% dengan ketuntasan belajar klasikal 75% sedangkan pada siklus II perolehan skor rata-rata adalah76% dengan ketuntasan belajar klasikal 90%. Hasil analisis data tersebut menunjukkan bahwa pembelajaran kooperatif model Jigsaw dapat meningkatkan aktifitas dan prestasi belajar siswa. Kemudian pada siklus II dapat diketahui bahwa 60% siswa merasa senang dengan pembelajaran kooperatif model Jigsaw dibandingkan metode ceramah karena dapat mempermudah siswa untuk memahami materi dan konsep pelajaran Kimia. Maka disarankan para guru dapat menerapkan pembelajaran kooperatif dengan model-model pembelajaran lain yang lebih bervariasi mengingat pembelajaran kooperatif model Jigsaw ini dapat meningkatkan aktifitas dan prestasi belajar siswa.
Penerapan Alat Peraga Tangan untuk Meningkatkan Minat Belajar Siswa Materi Trigonometri di SMAN 5 Lhokseumawe
Authors: Alawiyah Tuti
Published: March 2024

Penelitian Tindakan Kelas ini dilakukan karena dilatarbelakangi observasi awal yang menunjukan masih banyaknya siswa yang masih memperoleh nilai dibawah KKM. Oleh karena itu maka penerapan alat peraga tangan menjadi salah satu alternatif yang diupayakan untuk meningkatkan minat belajar siswa pada materi trigonometri d kelas X IPA 3 SMA Negeri 5 Lhokseumawe. Tujuan Penelitian ini adalah untuk meningkatkan minat belajar siswa dengan Penerapan Alat Peraga Tangan Pada Materi Trigonometri di kelas X IPA 3 Semester Genap SMA Negeri 5 Lhokseumawe Tahun Ajaran 2019/2020 dan untuk Mengetahui aktivitas siswa dalam pembelajaran matematika dengan Penerapan Alat Peraga Tangan untuk meningkatkan Minat belajar siswa Pada Materi Trigonometri di kelas X IPA 3 Semester Genap SMA Negeri 5 Lhokseumawe Tahun Ajaran 2019/2020. Motode penelitian yang digunakan adalah Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK). Penelitian ini dilaksanakan sesuai dengan rancangan penelitian model Hopkins yang diawali dengan tindakan pendahuluan kemudian dilanjutkan perencanaan, tindakan, pengamatan, dan refleksi. Penelitian dilakukan sebanyak 2 siklus. Hasil evaluasi pada siklus I masih belum tuntas, sehingga dilakukan perbaikan pada siklus II. Refleksi siklus I dilakukan untuk menentukan langkah-langkah perbaikan pada siklus II. Subjek penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas X IPA 3 Semester Genap SMA Negeri 5 Lhokseumawe Tahun Ajaran 2019/2020, dengan jumlah 28 siswa, terdiri dari 14 siswa laki- laki dan 14 siswa perempuan. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan wawancara, observasi, dokumentasi, dan angket.
Perspektif Gender dalam Al-Qur'an Kajian Tekstual dan Kontekstual
Authors: Nazaruddin Nazaruddin
Published: March 2024

Kajian tentang perempuan dalam Al-Qur’an begitu serius dikaji oleh para pakar bertujuan untuk memberikan jawaban terhadap problema yang muncul dewasa ini, ada beberapa pesan Al-Qur’an yang mengisyaratkan kesetaraan laki-laki dan perempuan untuk menjadi ruang lingkup peran sehingga ada keterbatasan dalam pergerakan relasi sosial. Kajian tentang gender dari diskursus terhadap pemahaman teks dan kontekstualitasnya dalam kajian Al-Qur`an menjelaskan bahwa banyak ayat Al-Qur’an yang mempertegas adanya kesetaraan antara laki-laki dan perempuan khususnya dalam sektor publik. Maka untuk itu pesan yang didapatkan dalam Al-Qur’an tidak ada diskriminasi dalam bentuk apa pun terhadap perempuan. Justru perempuan memiliki hak yang sama sebagaimana yang dimiliki oleh laki-laki seperti hak memelihara identitas diri, hak memperoleh pendidikan, hak ikut berpartisipasi dalam politik dan persoalan publik lainnya. Menurut Mahmud Syaltut penafsiran terhadap makna ayat-ayat Al-Qur’an sangat dipengaruhi oleh pengetahuan dan pengalaman keagamaan para mufassir, dan juga metode penafsiran. Kemudian Fazlurrahman menyebutkan bahwa pengetahuan yang obyektif tentang masa lalu bisa diketahui melalui penalaran terhadap sistem nilai Al-Qur’an secara ektra historis, ”dimensi transendental”: dimana sistem nilai itu ditrasformasikan kedalam nilai kontekstual. penafsiran masa lalu, baik tentang hukum, teologi, maupun filsafat, sangat dibatasi oleh ruang, waktu dan tempat. sesungguhnya Al-Qur’an adalah respon wahyu, melalui pikiran Nabi terhadap situasi sosial dan moral masyarakat Arab. Untuk mengaplikasikan kebenaran wahyu ini di setiap zaman butuh untuk dilakukan interpretasi dalam bentuk double movement. Untuk itu ada  dua tahapan yang butuh untuk ditempuh oleh seseorang menurut Rahman pertama memahami makna Al-Qur’an dalam term yang spesifik sehingga menggambarkan respon terhadap situasi yang spesifik pula, kedua mengenarisalisasikan jawaban yang spesifik itu sebagai statemen moral sosial yang obyektif disetiap perkembangan zaman dengan mencari nilai rasionalitasnya.
Peran Penting Ibu bagi Anak dan Keluarga dalam Perspektif Gender
Authors: Husliana Husliana , Shania Shania
Published: March 2024

Dalam keluarga, ibu berperan paling dominan, tidak hanya mengurus keluarga dan aktivitas rumah tangga tapi juga madrasah bagi anak-anak. Hal itu dilakukan agar tercapainya keluarga yang sejahtera. Pendidikan anak merupakan salah satu ciri kesejahteraan keluarga. Jika pendidikan anak terpenuhi dengan baik,itu merupakan wujud dari kesejahteraan keluarga. Ibu mempunyai peran penting, dimana ibu yang paling dekat dengan anak. Karena ibu rumah tangga selalu berada di rumah, sedangkan ayah biasanya selalu sibuk mencari nafkah. Dalam pendidikan keluarga, khususya pendidikan anak-anaknya, maka peranan ibu sangat besar terhadap pertumbuhan dan perkembangan anak-anaknya. Selain berperan dalam perkembangann pendidikan dan kemampuan anak, seorang ibu juga diharuskan berperan dalam perkembangan religius anak. Seorang ibu diharuskan berperan serta dalam menanamkan nilai-nilai pendidikan agama pada anak sejak dini.
Meneguhkan Peran Perempuan
Authors: Harjoni Harjoni
Published: March 2024

Gender equality has been recognized and accepted as a normative framework for human development. The aim of this article is to explore in depth a pragmatic, action-based approach that will translate gender equality and women's empowerment programs into concrete reality. This study was carried out through action research in the Library Studies, in which the authors reviewed and analyzed gender-related studies for further conclusions to be drawn. The results of the study found that development goals regarding gender equality and women's empowerment are not only needed for sustainable development efforts in Indonesia; it also demands a pragmatic approach to appropriate policy formulation, program design, focused implementation and effective monitoring and evaluation in a climate of friendly political will, genuine commitment and a restoration of national orientation.