bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effects of Teacher Professional Development on Implementation of Competency-Based Curriculum in Junior Schools in North Imenti Sub-County, Meru County
Authors: Ireri. Christabel Wegoki , Njagi. Kageni , Njati Ibuathu C.
Published: September 2024

Kenya is experiencing a gradual transition from a content-focused education (8-4-4) to a competency-based curriculum (2-6-3-3-3). However, teachers have insufficient pedagogical preparedness and lack comprehensive content knowledge for a competency-based curriculum. This research examined the effects of teacher professional development on implementing the competency-based Curriculum in junior secondary schools in North Imenti, Meru County. The study’s objectives were to evaluate how enhancements in professional development, particularly in pedagogical skills, could facilitate the successful implementation of CBC. The literature review synthesizes existing studies on competency-based education, focusing on aligning teacher professional development with curriculum demands. The study used a descriptive survey design. The target population comprised 26 junior schools in North Imenti Sub-County, Meru County. The respondents were two sub-county education directors, 26 head teachers, and 70 junior school teachers. Through stratified sampling, the sample size was 31 Respondents, that is, eight head teachers, 21 teachers, and two sub-county directors of education. The data was collected using Questionnaires, interview schedules, and observation checklists. The findings indicated that most junior school teachers (95%) had undergone professional development in implementing a competency-based curriculum. The study concluded that Teacher Professional Development is essential for equipping teachers with the necessary skills and knowledge for the effective implementation of a Competency-Based Curriculum. The study recommended the development of continuous, competency-focused professional development initiatives that address these critical areas of instructional methodologies.
Soret-driven influence on unsteady magnetohydrodynamic mixed oscillatory flow in a two-phase channel : Exploring the thermal effects
Authors: Kesavarani S. , Priya S.Lakshmi
Published: September 2024

This research delves deeply into the intricate dynamics of the Soret effect within an unstable magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) mixed oscillatory flow occurring in a two-phase channel. The investigation spans a comprehensive spectrum of influences, including thermal, electrical, and chemical aspects. A pivotal aspect of this study involves the transformation of the governing equations into a dimensionless system, allowing for a nuanced examination of various media types, temperatures, and humidity levels within the specified research parameters. Subsequently, a rigorous analysis is conducted by applying the perturbation method to solve the equations. Through the utilization of illustrative charts, this study facilitates the computation of essential variables such as density and temperature. Furthermore, it delves into key parameters such as Gr, Gc, Sc, Sr, and others that characterize the flowing water.
An investigation on a fewproperties of the subgroup lattice of 2 × 2 matrices over z11
Authors: Murugan V. Durai , Gnanam R.Glory Deva , Seethalakshmi R.
Published: September 2024

In this article, the properties of the subgroup lattice of the group of 2 × 2 matrices over Z11 like modularity, semi modularity, super modularity distributivity, consistency, the GD condition, pseudo complemented and super solvability have been validated.
MAPEAMENTO DOS ESTUDOS BRASILEIROS SOBRE ECONOMIA COMPARTILHADA E CONSUMO COLABORATIVO
Authors: Carolina Viana Lílian , França Da Cunha Christiano
Published: September 2024

A economia compartilhada e o consumo colaborativo são considerados um fenômeno alternativo das práticas de consumo, em que os consumidores compartilham, trocam, negociam ou alugam produtos ou serviços. Visto o crescente interesse pelo assunto internacionalmente e as iniciativas nacionais na área, este artigo teve como objetivo identificar o panorama dos estudos brasileiros sobre economia compartilhada e consumo colaborativo. Utilizou-se do método da bibliometria baseado em seus indicadores numa busca no Scientific Periodicals Electronic Library (SPELL), no repositório Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO) e, na Biblioteca Digital Brasileira de Teses e Dissertações (BDTD). Como resultado, identificou-se uma produção nacional recente, de característica dispersa e com tendência de crescimento. Essas publicações se assemelham às tendências internacionais: a maioria de autores com uma só publicação, a inexistência de grupos de pesquisa sobre os assuntos, a falta de periódicos em destaque, a maioria de estudos qualitativos e foco das áreas de gestão e turismo. Espera-se que os achados do status da pesquisa no Brasil sobre economia compartilhada e consumo colaborativo possam inspirar as futuras produções nacionais, autoridades reguladoras e modelos de negócios novos e os já existentes.
O ensino aprendizado de artes em um contexto escolar rural ribeirinho de Guajará- Mirim, Rondônia, Brasil
Authors: Bosquê Junior Carlos Alberto , Almeida Barros Josemir
Published: September 2024

Essa pesquisa aborda parte dos processos de ensino e aprendizagem de professores de Artes da escola rural de Guajará-Mirim em Rondônia. Investiga-se as principais dificuldades enfrentadas pelos professores para ensinar a disciplina de Artes na escolarural e/ou ribeirinha do distrito Iata. Outro importante objetivo reporta à intervenção no ambiente escolar para produzir materiais de orientação pedagógica sobre o ensino de artes, a partir de registros de campo. As indagações sobre o eixo da pesquisa foram asseguintes: de que modo as aulas de Artes podem despertar mais curiosidade entre os discentes e docentes para repensar a sua importância no contexto escolar? Qual material didático pode ser elaborado para auxiliar o trabalho de Artes no interior da escolarural e ribeirinha? Nos aspectos metodológicos, utilizamos a pesquisa-ação e técnicas de coleta de dados, a partir de observação participante, oficinas e fotografias. Materiais bibliográficos também foram utilizados. A ação dos professores da matéria de Artescom os alunos na escola ressignifica valores muitas vezes despercebidos. O poder público deixa lacunas administrativas e autoriza o exercício de docentes sem formação inicial em Artes para ministrar essa disciplina.
Estado de la educación rural en Iberoamérica. Nudos críticos y avances desde una perspectiva comparada en el siglo XXI
Authors: Puruncajas Verónica
Published: September 2024

En el siglo XXI el estado de la educación en los territorios rurales se nutre de dos publicaciones relevantes para comprender su escenario, nudos críticos, avances y proyecciones. Una de ellas publicada en el 2006 por Corvalán y otra en el 2020 por Juárez, Olmos y Ríos- Osorio.
Corvalán (2006) presenta un estudio que se sustenta en los informes de siete países: Brasil, Chile, Perú, Colombia, México, Honduras y Paraguay, y aborda de manera descriptiva y cuantitativa las generalidades y problemas de cada país; mientras que Olmos y Ríos-Osorio (2020) presentan el estado de la educación en los territorios rurales en Iberoamérica a partir de los informes de doce naciones: Argentina, Bolivia, Brasil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, El Salvador, México, Perú, Venezuela y España.
En este artículo se abordan las dimensiones comunes que contribuyen al análisis tanto de la problemática como de un fenómeno que se ha hecho evidente en el último siglo: la institucionalización de la educación rural.
A competência privativa dos Tribunais de Contas e a inconstitucionalidade de lei estadual, de iniciativa parlamentar, que concede descontos às multas aplicadas pelo controle externo: o julgamento da Ação Direta de Inconstitucionalidade n.º 6.846 do Estado
Authors: Serrano Antonio Carlos Alves Pinto
Published: September 2024

O presente artigo trata da ação direta de inconstitucionalidade contra a Lei Estadual 7.398/2020, do Estado do Piauí, que concede descontos vultosos em multas aplicadas pelo Tribunal de Contas daquele Estado. A lei impugnada, de iniciativa parlamentar, interferiu diretamente no poder sancionador inerente ao controle externo da Administração Pública, revelando-se inconstitucional por vício de iniciativa e violação ao princípio da separação de poderes.
Impact of Perceived Organizational Politics on Employee Voice behavior
Authors: Ullah Sami , Ismail Mudsir , Bilal Muddassar , Akbar Umbrin
Published: September 2024

Purpose – This research investigates the interplay of perceived organizational politics, psychological safety, and employee voice behavior in Punjab's banking sector, with a focus on the moderating effect of political skills. Additionally, it explores how perceived organizational politics influence psychological safety and its subsequent impact on employee voice behavior dimensions.
Design/methodology/approach – This study surveyed 237 managers from commercial banks in Punjab, Pakistan, using convenience sampling and applied rigorous analytical methods, including confirmatory factor analysis, Harman's single factor test, reliability and validity assessments, correlation analysis, and multicollinearity checks. Hypotheses were tested in SPSS version 3.5 using the Hayes Macro Process (model no. 5) to examine various effects.
Findings – Perceived organizational politics strongly impact promotive and overall employee voice behavior, but not prohibitive voice behavior. There's a negative link between perceived politics and psychological safety, while a positive connection exists between psychological safety and all employee voice behaviors, with mediation and significant moderation effects in most cases, except for prohibitive voice behavior.
Research Implications – This study advances understanding of the interplay between perceived organizational politics, psychological safety, and employee voice behavior in the Punjab, Pakistan banking sector, offering insights for enhancing employee engagement and organizational performance in politically charged contexts. It also underscores the potential moderating impact of political skills.
Originality/value – This research uncovers the interplay between perceived organizational politics, psychological safety, and employee voice behavior, with political skills as a moderating factor, contributing valuable insights to both academia and practitioners for fostering positive organizational environments.
Retail Brand Personality and Brand Relationship Quality as initiators of E-Word of Mouth
Authors: Saad Saif  , Umar Tahir2  , Sadia Anjum  , Aasma Jabeen
Published: September 2024

Purpose - The primary objective of this research is to scrutinize the effects of retail brand personality and brand relationship quality on electronic word-of-mouth. This study also examines the mediating role of eWOM between brand personality and brand relationship quality.
Study Design/Methodology/Approach - The research utilizes a survey methodology to collect data from a sample of 300 young consumers were selected from various retailer stores in different cities across Pakistan, selected via convenience sampling. The response rate was 91%. A self-reported questionnaire was used to collect data. Statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS 21.0, applying both descriptive statistics and inferential statistics techniques.
Findings- The results indicated that 26% of the participants were female and 74% were male.  31% of the participants have a family income ranging from 28,000PKR to 38,000PKR per month. In a similar vein, 39% of respondents indicated that they visited retailers twice per month. Moreover, findings indicate that retail brand personality has a positive correlation with brand relationship quality (r = 0.48**), and electronic word-of-mouth (r = 0.30**), as well as with intentions of store patronage (r = 0.27*). It was also established that eWOM acts as a mediator in the relationship between brand relationship quality and store patronage intentions.
Practical Implications- Retailers can leverage their unique brand personality trails that foster strong relationship quality to stimulate positive electronic word-of-mouth. All the positive determinants of eWOM can be utilized by marketers to convince consumers to visit their retail location or purchase their product. It may also aid them in averting negative consumer perceptions of their establishment.
Originality/Novelty- The dynamic of eWOM referrals, especially when originating from reputable and experienced sources, significantly shape consumers’ purchasing behavior. Positive eWOM enhances the relationship between consumer and a brand, influencing their likelihood to visit or revisit the brand store.
Impact of work-holism and Destructive leadership on creativity, Emotional exhaustion, and intrinsic motivation in the banking sector of Pakistan
Authors: Muhammad Abdullah  , Ansar Abbas  , Khan Irfan Ahmad , Muhammad Waseem Akram
Published: September 2024

Purpose-In this era of globalization, organizations cope with new challenges to maximize their profit. This global competition is affecting the way people work. This study investigates the impact of workaholism on the creativity of bank employees in Pakistan. This research aims to check the mediating role of destructive leadership and emotional exhaustion in the relationship between workaholism and creativity and the moderating role of intrinsic motivation in workaholism and emotional exhaustion.
Methodology-The researcher collected data through an electronic questionnaire from four banks of Gujranwala. Two hundred and fifty consumers' responses are used as a sample for this study. This study employs the approach of judgmental sampling since it is utilized to acquire data from individuals with competence in the investigated topic. This study demonstrates workaholism has a significant relation with creativity.
Results-The results found that destructive leadership mediates the relationship between workaholism and creativity, and emotional exhaustion also mediates the relationship between workaholism and creativity.
Implications-This survey offers managers a thorough picture of the employee-perceived elements that make their work environment more comfortable and simpler to adapt to. So, this research aids managers in developing their HR policies when dealing with employees.
Análise do sensível: por uma metodologia híbrida decolonial
Authors: Rodrigues Marília Renata Félix
Published: September 2024

O presente artigo compõe um coletivo de reflexões metodológicas que venho me debruçando na dissertação de mestrado. Primeiramente, selecionei autoras/es que dialogam estritamente com a proposta, compondo um quadro teórico diverso e comprometido com a analítica decolonial. Em seguida, fiz a leitura dessas contribuições, e sistematizei seis conceitos que serão basilares para a Análise do Sensível. Metodologicamente, este artigo foi construído através de levantamento bibliográfico, análise documental e reflexão teórica crítica-reflexiva. Tendo como objetivo geral edificar a metodologia híbrida Análise do Sensível, abrindo uma discussão dos métodos para futuras pesquisas em torno da junção sensibilidade-teoria social-decolonialidade. Concluímos, portanto, que, os seis eixos orientadores: (1) corporificação do discurso; (2) entrevistas narrativas autobiográficas ou reconstrução biográfica; (3) análise documental; (4) analítica da colonialidade; (5) analítica da decolonialidade e (6) ontologia da estética, serão essenciais para a construção e execução desta metodologia. A Análise do Sensível é proposta como uma metodologia que envolve a ressensibilização dos sentidos e da subjetividade, indo além do texto para compreender e incorporar elementos estético-corporais na produção do conhecimento acadêmico. Essa abordagem visa descolonizar o discurso, contribuindo para a luta contra a hierarquia de conhecimentos e promovendo uma análise mais completa e inclusiva das complexidades humanas.
Environmental Victimization: The Impacts of Transboundary Haze Pollution in Indonesia
Authors: Aisya Naila Sukma , Gultom Kardina , Susiatiningsih Hermini , Farabi Nadia
Published: September 2024

Forest fires and transboundary haze pollution have become annual problems faced by countries in Southeast Asia, especially in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore. Since most of the burning forests occurred in Indonesia, the country has been accused to be responsible for the problems. Regarding this matter, the ASEAN member states have established the ASEAN Agreement on Transboundary Haze Pollution (AATHP). A major obstacle in combating the problems occurred as a result of the differences in interests between Indonesia and other ASEAN member states. Indonesia itself also faces complex domestic problems related to the conversion of forests and oil palm plantations. As a result, this problem continues to drag on and cause a great number of casualties and losses. This paper then seeks to analyze the problem of transboundary haze pollution in Indonesia and its impacts using the environmental victimization approach. The results show that the political discourses, both among ASEAN member countries and Indonesia's domestic affairs, have become stumbling blocks to effectively combating the problem. As a result, these problems resulted in casualties and caused legal and security, economic, health, social and cultural impacts.
Öğretmen Adaylarının Sosyal-Duygusal Yalnızlık ve Psikolojik Sağlamlık Düzeyleri Arasındaki İlişkinin İncelenmesi
Authors: Suskan Tuğçe , Esen Aygün Hanife
Published: September 2024

Bu araştırmada, öğretmen adaylarının sosyal-duygusal yalnızlık ve psikolojik sağlamlık düzeyleri arasındaki ilişkiyi incelemek amaçlanmıştır. Araştırmaya 635 öğretmen adayı katılmıştır. Araştırma, nicel araştırma türü olan yordayıcı korelasyonel modelde tasarlanmıştır. Verilerinin toplanmasında Yetişkinler İçin Sosyal ve Duygusal Yalnızlık Ölçeği (SELSA-S) ve Kısa Psikolojik Sağlamlık Ölçeği (KPSÖ) kullanılmıştır. Bulgular, öğretmen adaylarının psikolojik sağlamlık düzeylerinin orta düzeyde olduğuna işaret etmektedir. Öğretmen adaylarının psikolojik sağlamlık düzeyleri erkek öğretmen adaylarının lehine anlamlı farklılık göstermekle birlikte sınıf düzeyi ve anabilim dalına göre anlamlı farklılık göstermemektedir. Öğretmen adaylarının sosyal-duygusal yalnızlık düzeyinin düşük düzeyde olduğu anlaşılmaktadır. Sosyal-duygusal yalnızlık düzeyi cinsiyete göre kadın öğretmen adaylarının lehine anlamlı farklılık göstermektedir. Sınıf düzeyi değişkenine göre sosyal-duygusal yalnızlık düzeyi anlamlı farklılık göstermezken, duygusal yalnızlık-romantik alt-boyutunda anlamlı farklılık görülmektedir. Anabilim dalı düzeyi değişkenine göre anlamlı farklılık görülmezken duygusal yalnızlık-aile alt boyutunda anlamlı farklılık bulunmaktadır. Son olarak araştırmada, psikolojik sağlamlık ve sosyal-duygusal yalnızlık arasında negatif yönde düşük düzeyde anlamlı ilişki bulunmuştur. Sonuç olarak araştırma bulguları, sosyal-duygusal yalnızlık düzeyinin psikolojik sağlamlık düzeyini anlamlı düzeyde yordadığına işaret etmektedir
Technology Factors Affecting Australian Manufacturing SMEs
Authors: HADDAS Mashael , HUSSAIN Farookh
Published: September 2024

Within the context of rapidly evolving technologies, collaborative robots (cobots) are revolutionizing the manufacturing processes of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and transforming the entire work structure. Several studies have highlighted cobots from an individual level; however, little attention has been given to empirical research that focuses on adopting cobots from an organisational perspective in SMEs. This paper aims to focus extensively on understanding technology factors that may potentially affect Cobot’s adoption process within the firm. Based on the Diffusion of Innovation theory (DOI), the paper utilised the five technology factors and followed a semi-structured interview method with decision-makers in Australian manufacturing SMEs. Results discovered the relative advantage revealed is the most significant factor. The other three factors, compatibility, trialability and complexity, were noted to have a lower impact, and the final factor, observability, had an unclear influence. This paper also discussed the mechanisms underlying these impacts and the potential implications.
What Should We Teach?
Authors: Custred Glynn
Published: September 2024

Pete Hegseth, David Goodwin suggest a curriculum for our future.
DEI Hiring Statements: Common Good Ethics or Partisan Loyalty Oaths?
Authors: La Noue George
Published: September 2024

Political Scientist George R. La Noue laments the imposition of “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” criteria in academia and government hiring, arguing that it reduces viewpoint diversity.
A Strategy for Reforming American Universities
Authors: Treadgold Warren
Published: September 2024

Warren Treadgold believes it might finally be possible to achieve real higher education reform.
Fleeing Tension by Fleeing Classics
Authors: Adair Mark
Published: September 2024

Mark Adair avers that we may have reduced the role of the classics in university curricula simply because it is too hard.
Diversity: The Last Refuge of Scoundrels
Authors: Katz Jonathan
Published: September 2024

When a university administrator talks about “diversity” he is changing the subject from his proper responsibility—improving the quality of teaching, research, and learning.
SURFER v3.0: a fast model with ice sheet tipping points and carbon cycle feedbacks for short and long-term climate scenarios
Authors: Couplet Victor , Martínez Montero Marina , Crucifix Michel
Published: September 2024

Abstract. Simple climate models that are computationally inexpensive, transparent, and easy to modify are useful for assessing climate policies in the presence of uncertainties. This motivated the creation of SURFER v2.0, a model designed to estimate the impact of CO2 emissions and solar radiation modification on global mean temperatures, sea-level rise, and ocean pH. However, SURFER v2.0 is unsuitable for simulations beyond a few thousand years because it lacks some carbon cycle processes. This is problematic for assessing the long-term evolution of ice sheets and the associated sea level rise. Here, we present SURFER v3.0, an extension to SURFER v2.0 that allows for accurate simulation of the climate, carbon cycle, and sea level rise on time scales ranging from decades to millions of years. We incorporated in the model a dynamic cycling of alkalinity in the ocean, a carbonate sediments reservoir, and weathering fluxes. With these additions, we show that SURFER v3.0 reproduces results from a large class of models, ranging from centennial CMIP6 projections to 1 Myr runs performed with the cGENIE model of intermediate complexity. We show that compared to SURFER v2.0, including long-term carbon-cycle processes in SURFER v3.0 leads to a stabilisation of the Greenland ice sheet for the middle of the road emission scenarios, and a significant reduction in sea level rise contribution from Antarctica for high emissions scenarios.
Negative social tipping dynamics resulting from and reinforcing Earth system destabilization
Authors: Spaiser Viktoria , Juhola Sirkku , Constantino Sara M. , Guo Weisi , Watson Tabitha , Sillmann Jana , Craparo Alessandro , Basel Ashleigh , Bruun John T. , Krishnamurthy Krishna , Scheffran Jürgen , Pinho Patricia , Okpara Uche T. , Donges Jonathan F. , Bhowmik Avit , Yasseri Taha , Safra de Campos Ricardo , Cumming Graeme S. , Chenet Hugues , Krampe Florian , Abrams Jesse F. , Dyke James G. , Rynders Stefanie , Aksenov Yevgeny , Spears Bryan M.
Published: September 2024

Abstract. In recent years, research on normatively positive social tipping dynamics in response to the climate crisis has produced invaluable insights. In contrast, relatively little attention has been given to the potentially negative social tipping processes that might unfold due to an increasingly destabilized Earth system and to how they might in turn reinforce social and ecological destabilization dynamics and/or impede positive social change. In this paper, we discuss selected potential negative social tipping processes (anomie, radicalization and polarization, displacement, conflict, and financial destabilization) linked to Earth system destabilization. We draw on related research to understand the drivers and likelihood of these negative tipping dynamics, their potential effects on human societies and the Earth system, and the potential for cascading interactions (e.g. food insecurity and displacement) contributing to systemic risks. This first attempt to provide an explorative conceptualization and empirical account of potential negative social tipping dynamics linked to Earth system destabilization is intended to motivate further research into an under-studied area that is nonetheless crucial for our ability to respond to the climate crisis and for ensuring that positive social tipping dynamics are not averted by negative ones.
Book Review
Authors: Alnizar Fariz
Published: September 2024

Personal Names and Naming from an Anthropological-Linguistic Perspective. Edited by Sambulo Ndolovu. Berlin: De Gruyter. 2023. Pp. 375. (E-book) $130.99. ISBN 13: 978-3-11-075929-7.
Anatomical analysis of proximal tibia: selecting ideal sites for pediatric intraosseous infusion
Authors:   Department of Biological Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, van Tonder Daniël J. ,   Department of Anatomy, Basic Medical Sciences Building, Prinshof Campus, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pretoria, South Africa, Al Safadi Layla ,   Department of Biological Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Samaha Paula ,   Department of Biological Sciences, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Suleman Farhana E. ,   Department of Radiology, Kalafong Provincial Academic Hospital, Pretoria, South Africa, van Niekerk Martin L. ,   Department of Paediatric Surgery, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pretoria, South Africa, van Schoor Albert ,   Department of Anatomy, Basic Medical Sciences Building, Prinshof Campus, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pretoria, South Africa
Published: September 2024

Intraosseous access is a safe and efficient method to administer medications to patients that require advanced life support when intravenous access is not easily available. This study aims to narrow down the ideal insertion site for intraosseous access within the proximal tibia in a pediatric population. The study utilized computed tomography scans that were retrospectively collected from scans of five infant patients between four-weeks and two-years old, seven young children between two-years and six-years old, and ten children between six-years and twelve-years of age. Analysis of the computed tomography scans started at 10mm and extended to 50mm distally to the tibial tuberosity at 10mm increments. The smallest cortical thickness to medullary space ratio and most desirable cortical thickness to anteromedial border ratio across all three groups – infants, young children, and child – was identified as 10mm inferior to the tibial tuberosity. Meanwhile, the largest medullary space to anteromedial border ratio was at 10mm inferior to the tibial tuberosity for the infants and young child groups, and at 30mm for the child group. This study showed that, overall, the ideal needle insertion site to gain vascular access for an intraosseous infusion procedure in the proximal tibial in infants, young child, and children is 10mm distal to the tibial tuberosity.
Analysis of Factors Affecting the Quality of Local Government Financial Reports in Mandailing Natal District
Authors: . Dasrianti , Bulan Siregar Narumondang , Ade Kesuma Sambas
Published: September 2024

This study aims to determine and analyze the effect of organizational commitment, internal control systems, and partial and simultaneous human resource competencies on the quality of regional financial statements in the Regional Government of Mandailing Natal Regency, North Sumatra Province.
This type of research is associative explanatory research, which was carried out using a quantitative approach. The population used in this study is all Mandailing Natal Regency Regional Apparatus Organizations (OPD). At the same time, the sample of this research consisted of 73 respondents, including the Chairperson of the OPD, the Secretary, and the Head of Finance of each OPD. The data collection technique used in this study is a questionnaire method. The data analysis technique used is multiple linear regression analysis, carried out with the help of SPSS software.
The results obtained in this study show that organizational commitment, internal control systems, and human resource competencies partially have a positive and significant influence on the quality of financial statements in the Mandailing Natal Regency Government. In addition, the results of simultaneous testing also show that organizational commitment, internal control systems, and human resource competencies are proven to influence the quality of financial statements significantly in the Mandailing District Government.

Keywords: organizational commitment, internal control system, human resource competencies, and regional government financial statements quality.
Antecedents of Co-Creation Experience and Its Impact in the Context of Tourism Business Management: Literature Review
Authors: Yulianthini Ni Nyoman , Wardana I Made , Sukaatmadja I Putu Gde
Published: September 2024

This literature study aims to explore the origins of the factors that shape travel experiences through collaboration. The study also aims to identify the consequences of travels that travelers get through a collaborative process. Using quality books and journals, this research produced four main factors that became the foundation of the co-creation experience, including interaction, participation, sharing, and adjustment. The results show that co-creation experiences produce significant impacts such as satisfaction, cost match with the experience, happiness, and memorable memories. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of applying the concept of co-creation in travel experiences to increase value for tourists and service providers. One of the unique things in this study is the presentation of Tri Hita Karana's local wisdom in the context of co-creation experience.

Keywords: co-creation experience; tourist; traveler
Yaşlı Bireylerde Fiziksel Aktivite
Authors: Akın Esra Sude , Barğı Gülşah , Çınar Özdemir Özlem , Yıldız Seda
Published: September 2024

Yaşlılık, organizmada zaman içerisinde ortaya çıkan ve fiziksel, ruhsal ve sosyal işlevlerde kademeli olarak azalmaya neden olan fizyolojik bir süreçtir. Düzenli fiziksel aktivite yapmak tüm yaş gruplarında oldukça önemli olmakla birlikte son yıllarda özellikle yaşlı bireylerde önemi daha çok vurgulanmaktadır. Çünkü yaşlı bireylerde fiziksel aktiviteler yaşla birlikte oluşan rahatsızlıkları ve sakatlıkları minimum seviyeye indirmek, yaşam kalitesini artırmak ve yaşlı bireylere toplumun üretken bir parçası olduklarını hatırlatmak gibi bazı hassas amaçlara hizmet eder. Diğer yönden, fiziksel inaktivite prevalansı tüm yaş grupları içerisinde 65 yaş ve üstü bireylerde en yüksektir ve bu yaş grubu tüm dünyada hızla büyüyen yaş grubudur. Hareketsiz geçirilen sürenin artmasıyla bireylerin kas iskelet sistemi zayıflarken kardiyovasküler kapasiteleri önemli ölçüde azalır. Yaşlı bireylere yönelik yapılan fiziksel aktivite müdahalelerinin yaşlanma üzerine olumlu etkisi bulunmaktadır. Bu sebeple bu derlemede yaşlı bireylerde fiziksel aktivite hakkında bilgi vermeyi amaçladık. Haziran 2024 ve Ağustos 2024 tarihleri arasında “egzersiz, fiziksel aktivite, yaşlanma, yaşlı” anahtar kelimeleri kullanılarak PubMed, Scopus ve Google Akademik üzerinden elektronik veri tabanları tarandı. Yaşlanmayla birlikte insan vücudundaki tüm hücre, doku ve organlar süreçten doğrudan etkilenirken vücutta fizyolojik ve patolojik değişiklikler meydana gelmektedir. Fiziksel olarak aktif olan yaşlılarda kardiyovasküler mortalite, meme ve prostat kanseri, kırık, günlük yaşam aktivitelerinde kısıtlanmalar, düşme riski, bilişsel gerileme ve depresyon riski azalmıştır. Düzenli fiziksel aktivite yaşlı bireylerin fiziksel ve zihinsel gelişimini destekleyip bedeni hastalıklara karşı korumaktadır. Bu bağlamda yaşlı nüfusun bilişsel işlevini, kas kuvvetini, fiziksel kondisyonunu ve yaşam kalitesini korumaya yönelik kişiye özel egzersiz protokolleri önermek son derece önemlidir.
Petrographic and Diffractometric Analysis of Drill Samples from the Iron Ore Deposits of Zatua Hills, Haut Uélé Province, DRC
Authors: Mbo Levesque Makuku , Tienge Albert Ongendangenda
Published: September 2024

Seven samples were selected from various facies of geological formations intersected by the drill holes for petrographic analysis, supplemented by diffractometry. The goal was to identify the mineralogical composition of Banded Iron Formations (BIFs), the associated parageneses, and elements deleterious to the metallurgical processing of iron ore. Field tests, based on geophysical maps, were conducted to identify high-prospectivity sites characterized by low magnetic susceptibility and hematite richness, followed by sampling and drilling to confirm mineralization. Selected samples from characteristic facies in contact with iron ores underwent petrographic analysis using optical and scanning electron microscopy, supported by diffractometric analyses to ensure accurate mineralogical identification. The study revealed the presence of hematitic BIF, predominantly composed of weakly aggregated euhedral and subhedral martite grains, with evidence of some leaching. Magnetite, identified as the protore mineral, has been oxidized by fluid influence into martite (hematite), with a low presence of secondary supergene minerals. Variscite, kaolinite, and gibbsite were the main secondary minerals identified in both petrographic and diffractometric analyses, and are considered sources of phosphorus, aluminum, and silica—elements recognized as harmful in the metallurgical processing of iron and its alloys. These secondary minerals were precipitated within interstitial cavities leached between martite and hematite aggregates, forming a botryoidal texture. The BIFs of the Zatua Hills are primarily composed of hematitic iron ores associated with goethite, microplaty hematite, and secondary supergene minerals, likely formed through fluid circulation along fracture zones, shearing, and folding. Geochemical studies are recommended to complete the analysis, aiming to determine the content of these iron oxides, secondary minerals, and the degree of hydration through loss on ignition.
Economic Performance and Resource Utilisation: Empirical Evidence from India’s Iron and Steel Industry
Authors: Dhiraj Kumar
Published: September 2024

This study examines the economic performance and resource utilization of the Indian iron and steel industry, with a specific focus on six prominent Indian companies. Through empirical research, we investigate the correlation between current sales and lagging sales, raw materials, power and fuel, remuneration to employees, repairs and maintenance, and overall expenses. The study demonstrates that previous sales performance has a substantial impact on present sales, highlighting the significance of customer loyalty and maintaining a strong position in the market. Allocating resources to raw materials, stores, and spares is crucial for improving production processes and product quality, which in turn leads to increased sales. Nevertheless, increased expenses associated with electricity, gasoline, and water have a detrimental influence on sales, emphasizing the importance of efficient cost control. The favourable impact of repairs and maintenance on sales underscores the need to keep equipment and facilities in optimal functioning order. The results indicate that a deliberate distribution of overall expenditures enhances sales performance, offering significant perspectives for optimizing resource allocation and operational strategies in the iron and steel sector. This study provides practical implications for policymakers and managers seeking to stimulate growth and enhance profitability in this industry.
Advanced Statistical and Nonlinear Analysis Techniques for Deep Learning in MBA Education
Authors: S. Cynthiya Margaret Indrani
Published: September 2024

Integration of sophisticated statistical and nonlinear analysis techniques by deep learning has become a main strategy for enhancing MBA program educational outcomes. Our work provides the DRAN, which combines residual learning with attention processes, thereby focusing on the most relevant aspects of educational datasets. Nonlinear regression and clustering are among advanced statistical techniques that assist the DRAN model to effectively capture complex relationships in the data, hence improving knowledge of student behavior and performance. The approach trains the DRAN model to estimate academic achievements and offer tailored learning interventions after preprocessing of student data including grades, attendance, and engagement measurements. The DRAN model outperforms traditional machine learning methods with an accuracy of 92.7% in assessing student performance and an improvement of 15% in the precision of tailored learning recommendations. These findings show how deep learning might transform MBA education by arming educators with useful insights that drive student success. Together, deep residual learning and nonlinear dynamics increase forecast accuracy and enable flexible learning environments fit for particular requirements. This research contributes to the growing corpus of information on the application of artificial intelligence in education and paves the basis for next breakthroughs in individualized learning systems.
An Efficient and Energy Aware Routing Protocol for Underwater Wireless Sensor Network
Authors: K.M.Padmapriya
Published: September 2024

The study of oceanic atmospheres has been enhanced by the use of the Underwater Sensor Networks (UWSNs), which require acoustic channels for node-to-node communication since they are appropriate for use in underwater environments. UWSNs are distinguished by the placement of sensors at various depths in the sea and differ from the terrestrial networks. This research incorporates an EA in the UWSNs to improve the transmission efficiency in the network system. In particular, the Energy-Aware Clustering Protocol for Underwater Sensor Networks (EAC-UWSN) is improved with help of evolutionary approaches. The proposed Evolutionary Density and Grid-based Clustering Algorithm (EDA-UWSN) is a two-step process of using grid and density-based to find out the dense cells and then to clusters them optimally. The algorithm uses the probabilities of cluster generation to change transmission protocols and thereby increase efficiency. The analysis of simulation results proves that the proposed EDA-based clustering algorithm provides better performance comparing to traditional UWSN and improves the communication in the underwater networks.
Bi-level feature Classification Approach in Privacy Preserving Cloud Network for High-Performance Content-based Image retrieval Mechanism
Authors: J.Sheeba Selvapattu
Published: September 2024

The enormous storage capacity and easy use of cloud storage have made it extremely popular in recent years. Nevertheless, there's a chance that privacy may be compromised if the picture is uploaded straight to the cloud storage.The content-based image retrieval (CBIR) mechanism proposed in this research maintains the image's privacy content using a Bi-level feature classification approach. This method divides the pixels of the image into two groupssuch aslow and high-level classes. A local encryption technique encrypts the pixels of the low-level class. Two encryption mechanisms are presented in the proposed approachthat uses two different features such as local binary pattern-based position-dependent (LBP-PD) feature and local binary pattern-based position-independent (LBP-PI) feature. The encryption mechanismsare termed asScrambling Without High-Level Component (SWO-HLC) and Scrambling With High-Level Component (SW-HLC). The feature selection factor determines the quantity of high-level features used.  The high-level component descriptors from encrypted images were detected by the cloud server and are stored in a storage of the cloud network. The high-level component (HLC) descriptor that are collected from the query encrypted image are compared to the descriptors in the storage of the cloud network to perform the retrieval process. Using the Inria Holidays dataset, the CBIR system was assessed with the criteria including retrieval precision and time complexity. A mean average precision of 62.95% and 67.9% is provided by the SW-HLC and SWO-HLC schemes respectively which is higher than other CBIR schemes used in privacy preserving.
Computational Framework on MHD Hybrid Nanofluid Flow Over A Stretching Surface with Thermal Radiation
Authors: G. Kavitha
Published: September 2024

Nanofluids improve heat transmission in a variety of sectors, including automotive production, medical care, solar power, and technology. In the presence of a magnetic field, a comparative examination of hybrid nanofluids is investigated. Porous media and heat radiation are the new issues that are being investigated in the present study. Thermal energy serves as the foundation of motivation for hybrid nanofluid delivery, which is discussed in this article. By applying the compatible similarity functions, the higher-order PDEs are renewed into a couple of ordinary differential equations. The MATLAB platform via bvp5c code is used for numerical technique. A trustworthy comparison with previously published literature is carried out in order to ensure the correctness and validity of the findings. The graphical results for various profiles, such as velocity and energy, are shown for various important active parameters. It is perceived that by increasing the magnetic parameters M and Pr, the velocity and temperature of the fluid decrease, respectively. Specifically, the results of this work contribute to the advancement of understanding in the field of MHD as well as heat transfer mechanisms. Furthermore, the learnings that were obtained have the ability to improve the effectiveness and performance of thermodynamic systems across different kinds of applications, including those in the industrial and medical fields.
A study on Socio-Demographic perspective of Digital Financial Inclusion in Rural Odisha
Authors: Nirmala Chandra Pattnayak
Published: September 2024

Digital financial inclusion carries transformative potential for unserved and under-served population as well as for small and micro businesses. The digital pathways to financial transactions are often seen challenged by various social, economic and demographic factors that pull down the desired penetration of financial services. This study aimed at analysing the impact of social and demographic variables of the customers on different aspects associated with digital financial services namely awareness, comfort, availability, present use and frequency of usage of the rural customers in the state of Odisha. The study was conducted based on primary data collected from eight districts of the state. Six socio-demographic factors viz. age, gender, education, social stratification, annual family income and occupation have been taken up for the study. The study revealed that age, education and annual income are important factors significantly related with all aspects of digital financial services and the other three factors were relatively weaker. Through the multiple regression analysis, an attempt was made to determine relative importance of these three factors.
Second Order Bipolar Fuzzy Matrix and its Application in Medical Diagnosis
Authors: Muthamizhselvi. S
Published: September 2024

In this research article, firstly a new concept of second order bipolar fuzzy matrix (SOBPFM) is introduced and their basic properties and results are proved with examples. Secondly, the concept of symmetrical difference operator (SDO) over SOBPFM is introduced and various properties of SDO are discussed and verified over SOBPFM. Finally, an application on SOBPFM  to develop a methodology in handling decision-making problem in medical field which enables clinicians to effectively assess and classify medical conditions, particularly in scenarios involving complex symptoms and overlapping disease manifestation.
Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancement through Mathematical Models: A Comprehensive Approach Using Statistical Methods, Cryptographic Techniques, and Machine Learning Algorithms (SVM, Random Forest, and Neural Networks) for Behavior-Based Malware Detection
Authors: Ahmed Alghamdi
Published: September 2024

The growing sophistication of malware in exisiting environment poses tough demands on its detection methods of another kind. This paper introduces a framework for cyber security improvement, a means to solve strongly the probability issue of how to determine the behavior algorithmically in your system. This research is applied to malware detection systems based on methods (Support Vector Machines, Random Forest) and Neural Networks that are robust against deception.
Statistical analysis of security threats and a review of current methods used for malware detection are given at its outset. The proposed framework, with its statistical framework analysis, looks for patterns and anomalies that indicate malice. It then integrates cryptographic techniques onto data transmission, computation processes; that the core of our system remains untouched by potential disturbances. The concept is further elaborated with open-source code from the field, Machine Learning (SVM, Random Forest, Neural Networks), As if with this variety of tools we can now detect and classify types of malware that generate irregular patterns but do not necessarily resemble known signatures at all.
Such a hybrid security mechanism as described here, combining the best of statistics, cryptographic security, and machine learning, gives a precision of detection beyond compare to today's systems. The experiments show large gains in both detection accuracy and response speed, demonstrating this whole-element approach's potential to better safeguard cybersecurity in all manner of fields. It may be foreseen that this proposed line of research could well become a key new tool, capable of adaptation and expansion with the needs expanding around us.