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A SEMIOTIC ANALYSIS OF CULTURE IN THE ENGLISH COURSEBOOK FOR INDONESIAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Authors: Syafiqurrakhman M. Amien , Setyowati Ciptaningrum Dyah
Published: September 2024

Culture and language cannot be separated because it is believed that learning a language will be more successful when the culture is included. In Indonesia, this area of cultural content issues in English coursebooks can benefit further exploration. Therefore, this study is deemed necessary as it can give insights to society. Specifically, this study aimed to (1) identify and give descriptive knowledge about cultural dimensions and aspects of the pictures in the Bahasa Inggris coursebook and (2) identify the multicultural values of the pictures in the Bahasa Inggris coursebook. The data for the study were taken from pictures in the Bahasa Inggris coursebook, a coursebook for senior high school students in grade XII in Indonesia. The study reveals two findings. Firstly, the total of 102 data showed that the coursebook had been dominated by the perspectives dimension with 90 data frequencies, followed by the products and practices dimension with 88 and 82 frequencies, respectively. Person and community dimensions are exposed less than other dimensions in this book. It makes sense since the curriculum in Indonesia has developed character-building. Secondly, for the multicultural values, it is found that the coursebook lacks multicultural values because, from the 102 data, the most significant frequency of the multicultural values is shown by AOPP twenty-six times only. The pictures were expected to have a large frequency of multicultural values because they could effectively deliver the materials about culture to the students and gain intercultural competence.
 

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RESIDENTS’ PREFERENCE FOR A PROPOSED PARKING FACILITY IN DAVAO CITY: A CONJOINT ANALYSIS
Authors: Somozo Bryan E. , Moyon Christian Paul S.
Published: September 2024

The study explored the clients’ preferences for a proposed parking facility in the central business district of Davao City by using the conjoint analysis method to determine the relative performance and the best combination of the parking attributes as preferred by clients, namely: parking structure, accessibility, safety and security, amenities, and parking fees.  A quantitative market research design was applied.  The analysis of data utilized the IBM SPSS software to identify the order of relative importance of the chosen attributes and the additive model to measure the total utility of a parking facility by calculating the sum of the constant and the utility estimate of each attribute level with the highest value.  The results revealed that the respondents in Davao City prefer a parking facility that is automated multi-level parking, equipped with internet-connected intelligent parking and CCTV surveillance systems, a parking facility near to car washing areas and coffee shops, and a parking fee priced at P30.00 for the 1st 3 hours.  The findings of the study served as a reference to prospective investors and businessmen who would be interested to know how the market behaves in relation to the attributes necessary in a proposed parking facility to address the parking problems in Davao City, and to achieve a better transportation management system to improve the quality of life of people, the economy, and the environment.
 

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THE ACUTE EFFECT OF ACTIVE AND PASSIVE RECOVERY ON SHOOT PERFORMANCE IN YOUNG MALE BASKETBALL PLAYERS
Authors: Mevlüt Alina , Akcan Fırat
Published: September 2024

The aim of this study is to examine the acute effect of active and passive recovery on shooting performance in basketball players. The experimental model, one of the quantitative research methods, was used in the research. 12 male athletes of a club competing in the U16 category of Gaziantep province were included in the study. RAST test and AAHPERD basketball rapid shot test were used as data collection tools in the research. On the first day of the study, which was divided into three training sessions, the athletes passed the AAHPERD basketball fast shot test without rest after the RAST test, and the data obtained from the RAST test and the shot test were recorded. On the second day, the athletes who took active rest after the RAST test again passed the AAHPERD basketball fast shot test and the data were recorded. On the third day, passive listening was performed after the RAST test and the data of the athletes who took the AAHPERD basketball rapid test were recorded. The obtained data were analyzed using the appropriate statistical methods in the SPSS 25.00 package program. As a result of the analysis of the data, a significant difference was found in favor of active and passive recovery when the shooting performance without rest and the shooting performance after active and passive recovery were compared (p ≤ 0.05). On the other hand, no significant difference was found between active and passive recovery in terms of shooting performances. As a result, it has been observed that active or passive recovery does not have an acutely different effect on shooting performance.
 

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CHOOSING CERTAIN TESTS TO EVALUATE THE MALE ATHLETES' PROFESSIONAL PHYSICAL FITNESS FOR THE TAEKWONDO TEAM AT TRA VINH UNIVERSITY, VIETNAM
Authors: Thai Chuong Quoc , Nang Nguyen Toan
Published: September 2024

Taekwondo is a sport that is not only competitive in competition, especially in speed and variation, but is also an attractive sport suitable for all subjects, ages, and genders, and its practitioners learn self-defense, health improvement, and complete physical development. A Taekwondo athlete's performance is mostly determined by their level of physical conditioning. The purpose of this article is to identify tests for evaluating male Taekwondo team athletes at Tra Vinh University's professional level of physical conditioning. In order to effectively address the research method, the article makes use of standard scientific research techniques in the fields of physical education and sports, including document consultation, interviewing, pedagogical assessments, and statistical mathematics. The article has identified 7 tests to evaluate professional physical fitness for male Taekwondo team athletes at Tra Vinh University through the processes of synthesizing documents, interviewing, and verifying reliability. These tests include: Long Jump (cm), High Jump(cm), Run T-test (second), Vertical sweep (cm), Horizontal sweep (cm), rope skipping for 30 seconds, and moving horizontally 5m x 10 times (s).
 

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THE ASSOCIATION OF SELF-CONCEPT AND MOTIVATIONAL CLIMATE WITH COGNITIVE AND EMOTIONAL RESPONSES IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Authors: Petridis Stavros , Ourda Despoina , Dinas Georgios , Barkoukis Vassilis
Published: September 2024

The primary objective of this study was to investigate the association between self-concept, motivational climate, amotivation, enjoyment and vitality in physical education lessons. The study's sample comprised 313 students, including 158 males and 155 females, with a mean age of 13.9 years (SD = 87). Students were selected from three public schools within the Regional Authority of Secondary Education of Western Macedonia. Participants completed a survey including measures of self-concept, motivational climate, amotivation, enjoyment and vitality. The results of the analysis revealed that self-concept and motivational climate were positively associated with enjoyment and vitality and negatively with amotivation. Motivational climate fully mediated the effect of self-concept on enjoyment and amotivation, and partially the effect of self-concept on vitality. The findings of the study show that autonomous supportive climate in physical education lessons can be an effective practice in establishing positive experiences in the physical education lesson.

 

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THE EFFECT OF AN ADAPTED EXERCISE PROGRAM ON MUSCLE STRENGTH OF A GIRL WITH UPPER LIMB MONOPLEGIA AND BRACHIAL PLEXUS INJURY
Authors: Pliakos Dimitrios Anastasios , Pliakou Paraskevi , Kokaridas Dimitrios
Published: September 2024

Cerebral palsy and brachial plexus paralysis are chronic conditions that result in severe motor difficulties that affect an individual’s motor function, co-ordination, posture and balance. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of an adapted exercise program on the improvement of muscle strength of a child with upper limb monoplegia due to brachial plexus birth paralysis. The sample consisted of a 4.5-year-old girl, diagnosed with upper limb monoplegia and brachial plexus injury. Next, an adapted exercise program lasting 12 weeks, twice per week, of 45 minutes each session was structured, that included activities aiming to improve muscle strengthening and coordination. Measurement tools used prior and after the intervention program included the Oxford Scale, the Arm Curl Test and the medicine ball throw. Descriptive analysis between pre and post results showed obvious improvement of the child in all post measures. Future researches with larger samples are needed to further verify the results concerning the effect of adapted physical activity programs on children with brachial plexus injury.
 

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SOLUTIONS TO ENHANCE THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SPORTS CLUB ACTIVITIES IN HOCHIMINH CITY HIGH SCHOOLS, VIETNAM
Authors: Minh Tran Thuy Ngoc , Huy Chau Vinh , Hang Pham Thi Le
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this study was to develop solutions for enhancing the implementation of sports club activities in Hochiminh City high schools in Vietnam. 40 experts in coaching and teaching in sports clubs participate to find out solutions for enhancing the implementation of sports club activities. Through the practical basis and assurance conditions, as well as meeting the requirements when developing solutions, interviewing experts and the reliability, results have been developed 10 solutions, they were (1) develop a specific and suitable plan, (2) implement policies to increase funding, (3) strengthen the inspection, (4) organize and diversify sports, (5) strengthening sports activities in clubs, (6) develop appropriate supplementary exercises, (7) enhance the quantity/ quality of human resources, (8) ensure facilities, equipment, and training tools, (9) awareness the importance of sports club, and (10) build the fitness assessment and classification. In conclusion, 10 solutions were set up which have contributed to improving the implementation of sports club activities in Hochiminh City high schools, Vietnam; however, they need to be applied in practice to get better evaluation results.
 

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QUALITY OF LIFE, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVEL AND DIETARY BEHAVIORS OF PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH CANCER
Authors: Christopoulou Theodora , Chachami Paraskevi , Antari Despina , Kokaridas Dimitrios
Published: September 2024

The quality of life of parents of children with cancer has been a topic of research in the international literature, whereas no research data yet for parents in Greece has been noticed. The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of childhood cancer on the quality of life, dietary habits, and the level of participation in physical activities of their parents. The sample of the present study was 24 parents (14 women, 10 men), from FLOGA foundation from different regions of Greece aged 38-60 years. To conduct the present study, 3 questionnaires were administered to parents, that is, the SF-36 Quality of Life Questionnaire (Ware, Kosinski, & Keller, 2001), the Physical Activity (PA) questionnaire (Godin & Shephard, 1985) and the "Dietary Behaviors" questionnaire (Bebetsos et al., 2000). The statistical analysis involved the use of the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS 29.00). The results of the research showed statistically significant differences based on the age of both parents and children, the marital status of the parents, the existence of parental health problems and parental health status and profession. Overall, the positive factors related to parental quality of life were identified and discussed. Future research with larger samples is needed to draw in-depth conclusions.
 

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PHYSICAL ACTIVITY, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION AND SMOKING HABITS OF PARENTS HAVING CHILDREN WITH CANCER
Authors: Chachami Paraskevi , Christopoulou Theodora , Antari Despina , Kokaridas Dimitrios
Published: September 2024

Parents of children with cancer are a group of people who have been involved in international research, whereas no relative research in Greece has been noticed so far. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of children’s cancer on their parents of affected children in terms of anxiety and depression levels and adoption of health behaviors including exercise participation and smoking. The study sample consisted of 24 people (14 women and 10 men) aged 38 to 60 years. Research instruments included the use of 3 questionnaires distributed to the participants, that is, the questionnaire of Beacke et al. (1982) for the assessment of physical activity, Heatherton et al. (1991) test for the assessment of nicotine dependence and Zigmond and Snaith (1983) test for the assessment of anxiety and depression. The statistical analysis was performed using the SPSS 29.0 Statistical Package. The results showed fathers exhibiting higher levels of stress and depression compared to mothers. Additional statistically significant differences were also noted in parental adoption of health behaviors based on different demographic characteristics. Future researches with larger samples are needed to further draw representative conclusions.
 

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STUDY HABITS AND STUDENT ONLINE ENGAGEMENT OF BACHELOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES
Authors: Cullantes Avel Jose M. , Sajol Mark James J. , Ungcad Michael Ivan D. , Galaura Lenziel L.
Published: September 2024

The continuity of pre-pandemic student engagement in higher education institutions was put to the test by the new teaching method. This descriptive correlational quantitative research aims to determine the relationship between study habits and online engagement among bachelor of physical education students at the University of Mindanao. The data came from 203 first- through fourth-year university students who participated in stratified online and paper surveys. The statistical techniques used are mean, standard deviation and Pearson’s r. Findings revealed a high level of time management, class attendance and participation, general study and strategy, exam preparation, and note-taking. Also, researchers found a high student level of peer management, instructor and self-directed management and multimodal engagement. Moreover, the study revealed a significant correlation between the two variables. Evidently, study habits turn out to be effective and still be applied in a student online engagement setting.
 

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MARGINALIZATION OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION: EXPERIENCES AND VIEWS OF PRE-SERVICE AND IN-SERVICE PE TEACHERS
Authors: Laquinarion Hazel Mae P. , Lusbog Marian Joy B. , Sarona Joeielyn P. , Galaura Lenziel L.
Published: September 2024

The quality of instruction of pre-service and in-service Physical Education instructors has been cited as being negatively impacted by the Physical Education program's marginalization around the world. Consequently, the PE subject received insignificant perceptions and inadequate support. This phenomenological research explored the experiences of pre-service and in-service and how they overcome challenges to deliver high-quality Physical Education. Further, the study seeks to comprehend how people see problems and potential solutions. The interviews were recorded and transcribed verbatim, the responses that were compiled were analyzed, and themes were developed. Respondents were identified through purposive sampling. The analysis's findings point to three intriguing themes: barriers to effective PE classes, negative public views as a subject, and coping mechanisms against the marginalization of PE teachers. The participants' perceptions and experiences allow them to develop strategies and ideas and promptly commit to and chair misguided judgments about the PE program. This literature review study found that Physical Education programs are being marginalized, but there are ways for PE teachers to address the problem.
 

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EVALUATION OF COACH LEADERSHIP BEHAVIOR - CASE STUDY OF KENYAN SWIMMING COACHES
Authors: Gathwe Mary Mwihaki , Mugala Hannington Bulinda
Published: September 2024

The leadership behavior exercised by a coach is key to athletes’ effectiveness. The study sought to evaluate the leadership behaviours employed by swimming coaches in Kenya and examine whether their leadership behaviours were similar to what other studies have found to be effective coaching leadership styles across various contexts and situations. The Leadership Scale for Sport (LSS) questionnaire was used to collect data on leadership behavior among the respondents. The study population comprised 28 swimming coaches (n = 24 males; n = 4 females) based in Kenya SPSS was used to analyse the data collected, where Mann-Whitney U test did not establish any significant difference across gender on the five types of leadership styles at p< .05. From the results, the most common leadership behavior among the swimming coaches was the use of Positive Feedback (x̄ = 4.5786), followed by Training and Instruction (x̄= 4.4588) then Social Support (x̄ = 3.5804) followed by Democratic (x̄ = 3.3690), while Autocratic (x̄ = 2.2571) was the least type of leadership style used. There was no significant difference across gender on any of the preferred leadership styles, with the ranking of the leadership styles being similar for both male and female coaches, as positive feedback was ranked highest and autocratic style ranked lowest. Kruskal Walli's test conducted across age groups of the coaches and the five leadership styles found no significant difference (at p = .435 for Democratic leadership style; p = .763 for Autocratic leadership style; p = .172 for Social Support leadership style; p = .698 for Training & Instruction leadership style). Studies done on coaching leadership styles preferred by athletes and have improved athletes’ performance have shown Training & Instruction and Positive Feedback as the most preferred type of leadership style. The autocratic leadership style has been viewed to have negative influence and the athletes do not like this style of leadership from their coaches. In comparison to the Kenyan swimming coaches, they employed the most preferred styles of leadership with emphasis being on Positive Feedback, this was attributed to the fact that most swimming coaches trained children below 12 years who value positive reinforcement even as they are instructed on corrective strategies. An effective coach is capable of motivating athletes to do well and achieve their maximum potential, thus the preferred leadership styles by athletes of Training & Instruction and Positive Feedback that have been shown to assist athletes to improve on their performance should be adopted by coaches.
 

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AVAILABILITY AND ADEQUACY OF INFRASTRUCTURAL FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT FOR TEACHING OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION COMPONENT OF THE BASIC SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY IN JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN EDO STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: Ovbiebo Mercy C. , Eimuhi Karl E. , Adodo Samuel M. , Aibueku Samuel O.
Published: September 2024

This study assessed the extent of availability and adequacy of infrastructural facilities and equipment for the teaching of physical education (PE) component of the Basic Science and Technology in junior secondary schools in Edo State. Two research questions were raised to guide the study. The descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population of the study consists of three hundred and ninety-five teachers (78 PE teachers and all 317 head teachers) of public junior secondary schools in Edo State. The sample size of this study was one hundred and sixty teachers (70 PE teachers and 90 head teachers) in public junior secondary schools in Edo State. A multi-stage sampling procedure was adopted to select the sample for the study. A checklist was employed as a research instrument and validated using Cronbach’s Alpha statistics with a coefficient value of 0.72. The data collected were analysed using the descriptive statistics of frequency count, percentage, mean and standard deviation. The findings of the study showed that most infrastructural facilities and equipment for the teaching of physical education component of the Basic Science and Technology are not available, adequate or functional. It was concluded that the implementation of the PE component of the Basic Science and Technology curriculum seems to be facing some problems in the areas of having adequate facilities and equipment, professionally qualified teachers, better in-service training for teachers, students' attitudes among others. It was therefore recommended that adequate facilities and equipment used in the physical education component of Basic Science and Technology should be made available and seen to be functional in schools.
 

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JOURNEY OF CHILDREN DIAGNOSED WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER FROM EARLY CHILDHOOD TO ADULTHOOD
Authors: Beşiktaş Murat Yalçın , Terekli Mustafa Serdar
Published: September 2024

A meticulously crafted program for physical education and sports implementation holds promise as an effective strategy for mitigating certain risks associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Consequently, it stands to enhance not only physical fitness but also psychomotor, cognitive, and emotional development in affected children. It is widely acknowledged that physical education and sports exert a positive influence on various aspects of children's development, encompassing both physical and mental domains. Heightened engagement in physical activities correlates with improved physical health, cognitive prowess, and social and behavioral competencies. Moreover, empirical evidence suggests that structured exercise regimens contribute to enhancements in muscle and cardiovascular endurance, alongside bolstering physical strength and flexibility. This literature review endeavors to delve into the nexus between health and skill cultivation in children and adolescents grappling with ASD, elucidating potential interventions and the manifold benefits that accrue from participation in physical education and sports activities. The review conducted a systematic examination of pertinent literature across diverse databases, including PubMed, Medline, Google Scholar, and Ulakbim-Tübitak, encompassing original articles within the study's purview. Thus, it is posited that well-designed sports programs and physical education curricula hold promise in ameliorating ASD symptoms and augmenting the overall quality of life for affected children.
 

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THE EFFECT OF KETTLEBELL TRAINING ON FLEXIBILITY IN YOUTH BOXERS (17 – 18 YEARS)
Authors: Prabowo Trisnar Adi
Published: September 2024

This study aims to analyze the effect of kettlebell training for six weeks on the flexibility of youth category boxing athletes. The design of this study was a pre-experimental two-group pretest-posttest. The sample of this study was 26 boxers (18 male and 8 female) divided into 13 boxers in the Kettlebell Group (KG) and 13 boxers in the Control Group (CG). Characteristics of boxers were as follow: aged 17.3±5.7; had 3.1±7.2 years training experience; height and weight of male boxers were 168.3±0.4 cm and 57.7±6.2 kg; height and weight of female boxers were 163.7±4.7 cm and 51.2±1.8 kg. Back flexibility test used sit and reach, and the shoulder and wrist flexibility test used static flexibility test-shoulder and wrist. This type of kettlebell exercises is Goblet Squat, Sumo Squat, Romanian Deadlift, Uneven Lunge, Bent Over Row, Over Head Press, Single Arm Chest, Tricep Diamond Press, Squat to Press. Then, the weight of the kettlebell is 4 kg, 6 kg, 8 kg; Intensity 60%-80%; while in CG the boxer only trains as usual. The results of the study using the t-test showed that there was an effect between back flexibility, shoulder flexibility and wrist flexibility in KG and CG (p<0.05). However, during the independent t-test, there was a difference in the results of KG and CG training on back flexibility of 0.027 or p<0.05; then there was a difference in the results of KG and CG training on shoulder and wrist flexibility of 0.009 or p<0.05. The results of this study can provide insight, especially for boxing trainers and athletes who practice kettlebell. However, it is necessary to pay attention in terms of volume and intensity so that the increase in training results using kettlebell can be significant.
 

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EVALUATION OF MORPHOLOGICAL CHANGES IN BONE TUNNELS AFTER ACL RECONSTRUCTION: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Authors: Güzel Nizamettin
Published: September 2024

This study aimed to gain a comprehensive understanding of the morphologic changes in femoral and tibial bone tunnels after ACLR, various graft types, fixation techniques, and their effects on graft maturation and clinical outcomes. From January 2014 to September 2023, a literature search was performed in the PubMed database using the terms "ACL reconstruction", "morphological change" and "tunnel" and "imaging" or "CT" or "computed tomography" or "MRI" or "magnetic resonance imaging" or "radiography". Only full-text published articles were included, with no language preference. In 11 studies, the criteria for examining the morphologic changes in the tunnels after ACLR were classified according to the graft methods used, tibial and femoral tunnel measurements, and imaging methods, and the results of healing and morphologic changes in the tunnels were examined. When the results of the studies were evaluated in general, it was concluded that healing and proper morphology in the tunnels were associated with graft health and tunnel width. Therefore, it was concluded that the most appropriate healing and morphologic shape would be obtained by determining the points to be opened well before tunneling and placing the graft in the most proper and anatomical way.
 

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EXPLORING FACTORS INFLUENCING NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTATION WITH MORINGA OLEIFERA AMONG ADULT HIV PATIENTS ON DOLUTEGRAVIR BASED TREATMENT AT UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL IN LUSAKA DISTRICT, ZAMBIA
Authors: Mwila Nosia Mhango , Singh Amit Kumar , Fwemba Isaac , Kalungia Aubrey C.
Published: September 2024

HIV remains a major public health problem globally having claimed 40.4 million lives since the start of the epidemic. HIV alters nutrition by inducing an increase in energy expenditure and nutrient requirements, driven by both the immune response and the direct effects of viral replication. Nutrition deficiencies can compromise the effectiveness of antiretroviral therapy making individuals with HIV more susceptible to opportunistic infections. Sub-Saharan Africa has the highest HIV prevalence and is home to some of the most nutritionally unsecured countries in the world. Advancements in HIV treatment have been made but several deaths are still attributed to nutritional deficiencies. In the quest for improved treatment outcomes, dolutegravir-based regimens have gained prominence due to superior efficacy and tolerability compared to efavirenz-based regimens. Zambia rolled out dolutegravir-based as the preferred first-line regimen in 2018. However, the utilization of Moringa oleifera among HIV patients on antiretroviral therapy is unknown. Therefore the study aimed to explore the knowledge, perception, attitude, cultural belief and utilization of Moringa oleifera nutrition supplements among adult HIV patients on dolutegravir-based treatment. The study used interviews to obtain data among adult patients aged 18 and above. Participants were selected using homogeneous purposive sampling until saturation of the ideas was reached. Data was analyzed through thematic analysis. Moringa utilization addressed nutritional deficiencies imperative to enhance the effectiveness of HIV treatment and improve the quality of life for individuals living with HIV. Conclusion and recommendation, the ministry of Health to consider strengthening policy that may promote the use of Moringa among patients on ART apart from cultural practices. Nutritional and health information is not enough to promote Moringa consumption and familiarity, but incorporating it into local foods with a high satiating power.
 

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TRAINING A TOOL FOR JOB PERFORMANCE IN KWARA STATE OFFICE OF HEAD OF SERVICE, NIGERIA
Authors: Alabi Abdullahi , Salahu Moshood Olayinka , Ambali Abdul Rauf , Kuranga Abdulrahman Yero,
Published: September 2024

Training is considered a tool for job performance in any given organization; the Office of Head of Service is one such organization. The level of performance of workers in the Office of Head of Service in Kwara State is below the expectation. That is why this work examined the training programme to improve job performance in the Kwara State Office of Head of the Service. In the process of achieving the objective highlighted, the study adopted qualitative and quantitative methodology as well as the theory of Hierarchy of needs by Abraham Maslow for the explanation of the objectives and research questions. The findings revealed that inadequate training programme affects job performance in the Kwara State Office of Head of Service. It was also discovered that the training is a measure for improving the job performance in the Kwara State Office of Head of Service. Following up on the findings, this study recommends that the government should engage in adequate training and retraining of the skilled officers in the Office of Head of Service in Kwara State. There should also be adequate knowledge for the improvement of the performance of the staff of the Office of Head of Service in Kwara State to improve the level of communication, proper management, and reward system that will promote the process of selecting staff for training in the Kwara State Office of Head of Service.
 

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STATE MANAGEMENT INSTITUTIONS ON MARINE RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT OF SOME COUNTRIES: EXPERIENCE FOR VIETNAM
Authors: Tuan Phan Van , Tuyen Nguyen Thi Thanh , Hai Nguyen Chi
Published: September 2024

The state management institution for marine and island resources and environment plays a very important role. It guides, regulates, and protects marine and island resources. This state management institution aims to protect national interests, ensure sustainable economic development activities, and protect the environment and national security. The objective of the study is to find experiences in building state management institutions for marine and island resources and the environment of some countries in the world, including Japan, Korea, China, Philippines, and Australia. The study analyzed the management models, organizational structures, policies, and legal tools that these countries use to sustainably manage marine resources. The study proposed a model for Vietnam. It emphasized the importance of building an effective marine management institution, the need for coordination between state agencies, and the participation of the community and businesses. In addition, the article also recommends that Vietnam needs to improve the legal and policy framework, strengthen the management capacity of state agencies, and promote international cooperation in this field.
 

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DEVELOPMENT OF "TATIH" LOCOMOTOR AID TOOLS FOR SPECIAL MOVEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS CEREBRAL PALSY SPASTIC DIPLEGIA
Authors: Tazkirah T. Resti , Hermanto Hermanto
Published: September 2024

This research aims to: determine the need for the development of the "Tatih" walking aid used to improve gross motor skills in a special movement development program for spastic diplegia cerebral palsy and determine the feasibility of using the "Tatih". This research was Richey Klein's Design and Development Research (DDR). The procedure in this research consisted of three stages, namely planning, production, and evaluation. The results of the research are: (1) the need for the development of the "Tatih" walking aid used to improve gross motor skills in a special program for developing spastic diplegia cerebral palsy; (2) the feasibility of developing the "Tatih" walking aid for a special movement development program for spastic diplegia cerebral palsy has been assessed by experts and revised in accordance with expert review; (3) the results of the intervention show an increase in gross motor skills in cerebral palsy spastic diplegia when practicing motor skills using the "Tatih" walking aid. Increase in subject IY's initial ability score from a baseline of 65% and final baseline of 85% or very good. The HK ability score from the initial baseline is 59.1% sufficient and the final baseline is 75% or good. The use of the “Tatih" walking aid is effective in improving the gross motor skills of walking in students with spastic diplegia cerebral palsy.

 

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A REVIEW ON THE ICT LITERACY ACQUISITION OF MODERATE HEARING-IMPAIRED YOUTH BY ADAPTED CONSTRUCTIVISM AND LEARNATIVITY CONTENT DEVELOPMENT
Authors: Nambuwasam S. G. , Liyanage S. R. , Yatigammana M. R. K. N.
Published: September 2024

Hearing impairment is a prominent sensory disability that occurs due to the complete or partial loss of hearing ability in one or both ears. Based on the degree of hearing loss, hearing impairment is graded as mild, moderate, severe, or profound. The World Health Organization (2021) states that over 5% of the world’s population has disabling hearing loss. The inadequate hearing negatively affects their education and makes them low-literate and unemployed in society. Based on the findings, poor hearing makes hearing-impaired learners inactive in the learning process. According to the theorists, constructivism is a learning theory that encourages active learner participation. If hearing-impaired youth are literate in information and communication technology (ICT), employment opportunities are available for them in the industry, either as graphic designers or hardware technicians. The objective of this review paper is to identify the challenges faced by hearing-impaired learners in obtaining education and ICT literacy. In addition to that, how constructivism and learnativity content development can be effectively applied in providing ICT literacy for moderately hearing impaired youth to occupy them in society gainfully.
 

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About the Author(s) - Short biographical notes
Authors: Drossinou–Korea Maria
Published: September 2024

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DEVELOPMENTAL COORDINATION DISORDER AND SOCIAL COMPETENCE IN PRESCHOOL CHILDREN
Authors: Dimitrios Sarris , Charmpatsis Christos , Katsarou V. Dimitra , Mavropalias Tryfon , Efthymiou Efthymia , Travlos K. Antonios , Papantoniou Georgia , Papadimitropoulou Panagoula
Published: September 2024

This study investigated Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) and social competence—such as cooperation, interaction, and independence—in young children, along with the relationship between these factors. The sample included 150 preschool children (66 boys and 84 girls) aged between 50 and 70 months. No significant differences were found in motor difficulties based on gender or age. Most children exhibited adequate social skills in areas like cooperation, interaction, and independence, with only a few showing deficits. A relationship was observed between performance on the Movement Assessment Battery for Children (MABC) Test and social skills, although it was not statistically significant. The findings were consistent with some previous studies but contradicted others, indicating the need for further research due to the study's small sample size.
 

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PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS IN ACADEMIC GIFTEDNESS AND REGULAR STUDENTS: THE INFLUENCE OF SEX, GRADE LEVEL, AND GROUP VARIABLES
Authors: Nakano Tatiana de Cassia , Primi Ricardo
Published: September 2024

This study examined the professional interests of gifted students in comparison with those of non-gifted students. The effects of grade and sex variables were also examined. The academic giftedness group consisted of students in the 5th grade (n = 2,233), 9th grade (n = 3,373), and 11th grade (n = 3,515), 50.8% female, between the ages of 9 and 21 (M = 14.67; SD = 2.59). A control group (non-gifted) was selected as a random sample matched with school grades and sex. Based on Holland's model of professional interests, the sample completed the 18REST, a short interest measure. A multivariate analysis of variance revealed that group (p = 0,008), gender (p = 0,002) and grade (p = 0,001) were significant. Women generally showed a greater interest in social and artistic activities than men. A more realistic interest was presented by men. Social interest tends to be more common in both groups as a first choice, with SI -social investigative - being the most common code.
 

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CONVERGENCE IN CRISIS; SECURITISATION OF MIGRATION AND THE ROLE OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC IN SECURITISING MIGRATION
Authors: Ofori Nyarko Daniel
Published: September 2024

The COVID-19 global pandemic made countries, humanitarian and health organizations to evoke the concept of global crisis embedded in existential threats as control measures to it (COVID-19). The application of securitisation through crisification as control measure to the COVID-19 pandemic made the entire global system to perceive an imminent danger of a global health catastrophe. The perceived imminent global health catastrophe led to the convergence of migration restrictions amongst the comity of nations to close their borders to migrants, detain migrants, isolate and quarantine migrants as well as instituting mandatory COVID-19 test and vaccinations for the global populace as well as migrants. The convergence in global migration restrictions and controls stemmed from the fact that, the COVID-19 virus spread across the globe through migrants and migration related activities from the epicentre (Wuhan-China). The convergence in migration restrictions made global south countries to also accept some of the control measures imposed on migrants and migration related activities by countries of the global north. The convergence in the securitisation of migration during the COVID-19 pandemic set a bad precedence for global south countries, which are the main sources of documented and undocumented migrants to the global north. The global convergence in the securitisation of migration as control measures to the COVID-19 pandemic are likely to make global south countries which have porous borders to toe the line of the global north countries in restricting migration and migrants. The lessons from the global border closures during the COVID-19 pandemic must be an eye opener to global south countries which are the major receivers of global remittances. These lessons must force governments in the global south to create avenues of employment for the teeming youth not to rely on international migration as a means of survival and last resort in terms of livelihood strategies.
 

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THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACT OF TOURISM ACTIVITIES ON LIVELIHOODS: PERCEPTIONS OF WOMEN TRADERS IN ONE RESORT MINING TOWN IN ZIMBABWE
Authors: Moyo Patronella , Nani Gwendoline Vusumuzi
Published: September 2024

This study sought to find out the socio-economic impact of tourism activities on the livelihoods of women traders in one resort mining town in Zimbabwe. The study adopted an interpretivist paradigm, qualitative approach and case study research design. Data was solicited from 25 purposively selected participants using an interview guide. The results of the study were as follows: The socio-economic benefits as perceived by the participants included employment and income generation; general economic empowerment opportunities, improved lifestyles of women traders, formation of business groups, inclusion of disadvantaged women, participation in cultural activities and access to healthcare. The study concluded that the various tourism activities women traders were involved in were catalytic in improving the socio-economic livelihoods of women traders. The study recommended that a tourism policy and legislation be crafted in order to create a more inclusive and enabling environment that encourages and empowers women’s participation in tourism activities at grassroots level. Further studies could also be conducted in other places in Zimbabwe, in order to obtain a more comprehensive overview of the tourism activities and its impact on women traders’ livelihoods.
 

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INFLUENCE OF ORIENTATION SERVICE ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN KITUI WEST SUB-COUNTY, KITUI COUNTY, KENYA
Authors: Kavutha Jackline , Kimani Mwaura , Maithya Paul
Published: September 2024

This study sought to establish influence of orientation services on academic performance of secondary school students in Kitui West Sub-County, Kitui County. The following objective guided this study: to establish influence of orientation services on academic performance of secondary school in Kitui West Sub-County, Kitui County. Descriptive survey research design was employed in the study. Population of the study was 33 principals, 33 heads of guidance and counselling department and all 7903 students in 33 public secondary schools in Kitui West Sub-County Kitui County Sample size of the study was 16 schools, 16 principals, 16 guidance and counselling heads of department and 381 students. Data was collected using questionnaires and interview schedules. Data was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The null hypothesis was tested using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) at 0.05 level of significance. The Study established that while orientation services did not show statistically significant influence on academic performance (f=2.156, p≥0.05), students expressed positive perceptions of certain aspects, emphasizing importance of effective orientation services. The study, therefore, recommended that schools should strengthen orientation service by in cooperating in interactive sessions, which will assist students in developing positive study habits.
 

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POSSIBLE CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS OF THE TRAFFIC JAM IN DHAKA, BANGLADESH
Authors: Sarkar Md. Roman , Hossain Md. Arman , Ahamed S. M. Sojib
Published: September 2024

Traffic jams are the biggest problem of this magnitude in the world’s densely populated cities. A lot of research is being done all over the world, and it is important. I visit some of the most populous cities in the world, like Dhaka, Delhi, Jakarta, etc. I have researched some of the possible issues that seem relevant to me and have discussed them in detail in this research paper. Here, I have mentioned what causes traffic jams. Ways to reduce traffic jams. Powerful traffic law and traffic software system. Real-life solutions, etc. The methods I mentioned are for future research. It can solve traffic jams. In this research, I have mentioned the factors that cause traffic jams in Dhaka and how they can be solved. I have discussed special software that can develop the traffic system and free a densely populated city like Dhaka from traffic jams. It will help the economies of Dhaka and Bangladesh develop more. 

 

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Operating Scheme of The Combined Unit Implementing The Resource-Saving Technology of Soil Working
Authors: A. N. Khudoyarov A. N. Khudoyarov , I.I. Abdimominov I.I. Abdimominov , M.A. Yuldasheva M.A. Yuldasheva , A. Yoldashev D. Mominova
Published: September 2024

The article presents the results of a study of the movement scheme of a combined unit that implements resource-saving technology of soil cultivation. At the same time, the aggregate is loosened in one pass with an interval of 1800 mm between the rows, forming two fertilized rows, and four rows of rows with an interval of 90 cm are formed in the return.
The Importance and Value of Knowledge in the Religion of Islam
Authors: Qizi Saidova Latofat Hasan
Published: September 2024

This article discusses such questions as: what place is given to knowledge in the religion of Islam? What honorable place is given to literate people and teachers? And also it is about religious sciences and secular sciences, and that every Muslim in his life should strive to gain knowledge. The journal explores the critical role of knowledge in Islam. It highlights how Islam, as the true religion of Allah, emphasizes the acquisition of knowledge as essential for leading a righteous life. The teachings of the Holy Quran and the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) underscore that a Muslim is responsible before Allah for all actions and must pursue knowledge to avoid error and find the true path. The Quran encourages reflection and knowledge acquisition, linking religious values and scientific understanding, emphasizing the harmony between religion and science. Islam views education as the foundation of personal and societal prosperity, where knowledge gained must be applied for the benefit of others. Teachers hold an esteemed place in Islamic society, as they shape individuals into wise, ethical, and productive members of society. The article concludes that education fosters human progress, and Muslims must respect teachers and continue striving for knowledge, which ultimately leads to personal growth and societal welfare.
The Crucial Role of Teacher Support in Enhancing Willingness to Communicate, Professional, Communicative and Lexical Competences
Authors: Borasheva Aybolgan
Published: September 2024

Effective communication skills are essential in education as they significantly enhance student learning experiences and outcomes. This article explores the role of Willingness to Communicate (WTC) and communicative competence in language learning, emphasizing the importance of teacher support in fostering these competencies. Key factors influencing WTC, such as self-communicative competence, communication apprehension, and individual psychological traits, are discussed. The article highlights the pivotal role of teacher involvement, immediacy, and autonomy support in promoting student engagement, self-efficacy, and language proficiency. Furthermore, the development of lexical competence and the use of innovative teaching approaches, such as flipped classrooms and collaborative learning activities, are examined as effective strategies for improving communication skills. The article underscores the importance of creating supportive classroom environments that reduce communication anxiety and promote active participation. Ultimately, the integration of robust teacher support practices and ongoing professional development is critical for enhancing communicative competence and ensuring long-term academic and professional success for students.