bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Çin ve Osmanlı’nın Modernleşmesinde Yöneticilerin Rolü: İmparatoriçe Cixi ve Sultan II. Abdülhamid
Authors: Nurdun Rahman
Published: October 2024

Çin'in Qing Hanedanı'nın son dönemlerinde İmparatoriçe Cixi 慈禧 ve Osmanlı İmparatorluğu'nun Sultanı II. Abdülhamit'in yönetimleri, modernleşme süreçlerinde önemli farklılıklar sergilemiştir. Cixi, feodal eğitim almasına rağmen Batılı güçlerin üstünlüğünü fark etmiş, ancak kendi iktidarını koruma amacıyla sınırlı bir modernleşme politikası izlemiştir. II. Abdülhamit ise Batı'yı tanıyan, modernleşme isteğiyle dolu bir lider olarak reformları hızla hayata geçirmiştir. Cixi'nin politik etkisi sınırlı kalırken, II. Abdülhamit'in kararlılığı Osmanlı'nın modernleşme yolunda sıçrama yapmasını sağlamıştır. Ancak, her iki liderin de dönemlerinde uluslararası baskılar ve dış müdahalelerle karşı karşıya kalmış olmaları, modernleşme süreçlerini etkilemiştir. Sonuç olarak, Cixi'nin temkinli yaklaşımı Çin'in modernleşme sürecini yavaşlatırken, II. Abdülhamit'in çabaları da Osmanlı'nın çöküşünü engelleyememiştir. Bu makale, Cixi ve II. Abdülhamit'in modernleşme süreçlerindeki liderlik tarzlarının ve kişisel politika tercihlerinin Çin ve Osmanlı İmparatorluğu’nun tarihsel kaderlerini nasıl etkilediğini incelemektedir.
ABD SÜFRAJİZMİNİN GELİŞİM SÜRECİNDE VİCTORİAN STİL KRİNOLİN’DEN BLOOMER’E GEÇİŞ: Kadının Atipik Özgürleşmesi
Authors: Özkaya Olcay
Published: October 2024

Batı literatüründe Süfrajetler olarak bilinen kadın hareketi, başta ABD olmak üzere İngiltere ve diğer bazı Avrupa ülkelerinde kadınların seçme ve seçilme hakkını önceleyen kadın haklarına odaklanmıştır. Bu ana hedef doğrultusunda eyleme geçen kadın aktivistler bir gazetenin (Daily Mail) onlara verdiği isimle Süfrajetler olarak anılmışlardır. Söz konusu amaca yönelik başlayan akım ise Süfrajizm’dir. Bu kadın girişiminde ana hareket noktası kadının seçme ve seçilme hakkı elde etme meselesidir ki bu bağlamda çarpıcı olan kadının giyim üzerinden sembolize ettiği varoluş mücadelesinde krinolin denilen dar ve bedeni kıskıvrak sıkan giyim biçimi yerine özgürlüğe işaret eden Türk pantalonu, şalvarın benimsenmesinin savunulmasıdır. Çalışma buna dikkat çekerek bir taraftan giyim ve moda üzerinden bir stil odağında dizayn edilen kadının özgürleşmesi meselesini anlamak diğer taraftan da bu değişim ve gelişmede Türk pantolunu ya da şalvarının benimsenmesiyle bu değişime nasıl bir anlam yüklendiğini irdelemeyi amaçlamaktadır.
Bu çalışma ile amaçlanan öncelikle erkek ve kadının eşit haklara sahip olarak yaşamda yer aldığı, bu hakların özgürlük, yaşam hakkı, rıza ve yönetimsel haklar olarak belirlenmiş olduğu vurgulanarak bu çabada kadınların erkekler gibi seçme ve seçilebilme hakkına sahip olması gereğini gözler önüne sermektir. Dolayısıyla çalışma, ABD’de başlayan ve daha sonra tarihsel koşullara bağlı olarak görece eş zamanlı diğer ülkelere de yayılacak olan mücadelenin simgesel ifadesi “Türk Pantolonu” konusundaki tartışmaları da ele alacaktır. Yanı sıra Elizabeth Cady Stanton’ın basına açık olarak okuduğu Declaration of Sentiments and Resolutions (Duygular ve Kararlar Bildirisi) değerlendirilerek o dönemde imaj olarak oluşturulan sürecin modaya yansıyan yönü ortaya konulmaya çalışılacaktır.
SPECIFITIES OF FAMILIES WITH A PSYCHOTIC MEMBER FROM THE POINT OF VIEW OF SYSTEMIC FAMILY THEORY AND THE DOUBLE–BIND CONCEPT
Authors: Gojković Teodora
Published: October 2024

The research and theoretical findings of the Palo Alto group of systemic family therapists from the 1950s are largely neglected today but deserve to be re–actualized, especially because they emphasize the importance of the way of communication within the family context in which a person is placed for the development of schizophrenia, thus broaden horizons in the treatment of psychosis with psychotherapy. In the paper, the phenomenon of family conditioning of schizophrenia is deconstructed through the systemic and, to a lesser extent, through the anti-psychiatric theoretical tradition, based on which guidelines and hypotheses for research in this direction are offered. A critical analysis of a small number of units of available literature on this topic was used, along with theoretical analysis and synthesis of some empirical findings. The results of existing research in the world and our country have shown that it is difficult to prove and explain that schizophrenia in children arose solely as a result of disturbed communication within the family system and that there are certain methodological problems in conducting research in this way. Nevertheless, the double–bind concept suggested new, more functional interventions and ways to go in clinical work with patients suffering from schizophrenia, such as the introduction of an interactionist perspective in psychotherapy. The question of power relations was also introduced into the psychotherapy discourse, which is sociologically very relevant because, with double messages, a person who has power can (re)shape the operative context of another person.
Muslim Intention to Buy Sustainable Modest Fashion: A Value-Attitude-Behavior Approach
Authors: Juliana Juliana , Mahri AJajang Warya , Fikri Muhammad Khairul , Dahlan Dadang , Nusannas Iman Sidiq , Maulana Indra , Umar Abdurrauf
Published: October 2024

Purpose: To analyze the factors that influence the intention of Muslims to sustainable modest fashion.
 
Design/methodology/approach: using quantitative methods. The analytical technique used is Partial Least Square-Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) with 220 respondents as a sample of Muslims in Bandung City, Indonesia.
 
Findings: The results showed altruism, egoism, and Islamic religiosity affect attitudes. Then, altruism value, egoism value, and attitude affect purchase intention. However, Islamic religiosity does not affect purchase intention.
 
Practical implications: Entrepreneurs can incorporate the values of altruism and egoism in their marketing communications. In addition to emphasising environmental and social protection aspects, businesses can pay attention to the aesthetics and quality of their products. Meanwhile, the government can provide support through policies and facilities that encourage the production and consumption of products that are in line with sustainable development goals (SDG’s).
 
Originality/value: This study examines the influence of altruistic values, egoistic values, Islamic religiosity, and attitudes on purchasing intentions in one theoretical framework. This research specifically focuses on one type of fashion product, namely modest fashion, which has not been widely studied in previous research in the realm of sustainable consumption.
Sustainable Development Goals for Developing Malaysia Madani: The Impact of Gender and Residential Area on Student Leadership, Citizenship and Democratisation in Islamic Universities
Authors: Johari Mohd Erfino , Mokhtar Wan Khairul Aiman Wan , Ibrahim Abdullah , Anas Norazmi , Ahyar  , Jalil Mohammad Syukri
Published: October 2024

Introduction: The impact of gender and residential area on student leadership, citizenship, and democratization in Malaysian Islamic universities is a key but underexplored area within the Sustainable Development Goals for advancing the Malaysia Madani agenda.
 
Objective: This study aims to assess how gender and residential area influence student interactions in leadership, citizenship, and democratization activities in Islamic universities.
 
Theoretical Framework: The framework suggests that student gender and residential area may affect their involvement in leadership and civic engagement, exploring the relationship between these factors and student participation.
 
Method: Data was collected from 593 randomly selected students across three Islamic universities using questionnaires. Analysis was conducted using SPSS version 26, with T-tests comparing groups by gender and residential area.
 
Results: No significant gender differences were found in leadership and citizenship, though females rated slightly lower in democratization. Urban students outperformed rural students in democratization, with no major differences in leadership or citizenship by residential area.
Implications: These findings can inform policies that promote equitable and inclusive educational experiences in Malaysian Islamic universities.
 
Originality/Value: This study uniquely examines the influence of gender and residential area on student leadership, citizenship, and democratization in Islamic universities, filling a research gap and offering insights for shaping inclusive educational policies.
Determinant of Local Government Performance Based on the SDG (Indonesian Evidence)
Authors: Sukhemi  , Kusuma Hardi , Arifin Johan , Mahmudi
Published: October 2024

Objective: The purpose of this study is to ascertain how report quality, e-government, and accountability affect local governments' financial performance both inside and outside of Java.
 
Theoretical Framework: When implementing regional autonomy in Indonesia, it is necessary to take into account the issue of disparities in the financial performance of regional governments within and outside of Java. The financial performance of local governments is anticipated to increase with the introduction of e-government, accountability, and high-quality financial reports.
 
Method: From 2021 to 2022, the study was carried out on all local governments in Indonesia. The Ministry of Home Affairs database, the official websites of local governments, and the financial audit agency's official website were the sources of the data. Panel data regression was used to analyze the data.
 
Results and Discussion: According to the study's findings, local governments' financial performance both inside and outside of Java was unaffected by accountability. The financial performance of governments on the island of Java is positively impacted by e-government, whereas governments outside of Java experience negative effects. Both inside and outside of Java, regional governments' financial performance is unaffected by the caliber of their financial reports.
 
Research Implications: The study's findings can be used as a guide when formulating policies to raise of local government financial performance.
 
Originality/Value: This is one of the few studies that compares the local governments' financial performance within and outside of Java Island, Indonesia.
Integrating Characteristics of Indonesian Female into Virtual Influencers for Ai-Based Marketing Strategies to Support SDG 9: Promoting Innovation in Social Media Marketing
Authors: Iffah Alyani Nurul , Puspita Virienia , Hidayatulloh Ridho Ilham
Published: October 2024

Objective: This study explores how the characteristics of Indonesian female virtual influencers are integrated into AI-based marketing strategies through storytelling-driven narratives on social media.
 
Method: A qualitative case study approach was used, focusing on four virtual influencers: @arbie_seo, @lav_caca, @hai.veronika, and @lentaripagi. Data were collected through observation and in-depth interviews to analyze how these influencers' characteristics, including facial features, cultural backgrounds, and professional roles, are integrated into their marketing strategies on social media.
 
Results and Discussion: The study found that two influencers reflect Javanese and Sumatran features with brown skin tones, while the other two are mixed-ethnicity Indonesian (Sundanese)-Dutch and Indonesian (Sundanese)-Korean. Their roles as dangdut singers, students, models, and explorers are strategically crafted to appeal to different audiences. Their marketing strategies utilize social media trends, virality, shareable content, and sexual appeal, with casual Indonesian language playing a significant role in engaging audiences. The uniqueness of each influencer's character was identified as the main driver behind their marketing success.
 
Research Implications: The findings suggest that incorporating cultural and physical characteristics into virtual influencers enhances their effectiveness in AI-driven marketing. This underscores the importance of cultural authenticity and character uniqueness in Indonesian digital marketing.
 
Originality/Value: This research contributes to understanding how virtual influencers embody cultural identities to resonate with local audiences, offering new insights into the intersection of technology, culture, and marketing in Indonesia.
Nurses' Role in Healthcare Quality Improvement
Authors:   Majmaah University, Almutairi Dhaidan Abdullah , Alosilan Ahmed Abdullah R ,   Majmaah University, Alotaibi Majed Abdullah ,   Majmaah University, K Almutairi Mona Mutlaq ,   Majmaah University
Published: October 2024

Introduction: In addition to nursing, the nurse gives the patient medical attention by giving injections and managing medications. She helps the physician with diagnosis and therapy. The advancement of technology and rising demands for health care have changed the meaning of this profession. Nursing models that emphasize the practical application of learned information demonstrate the evolution of this profession. The purpose of this study was to outline the responsibilities, skills, and role of the nursing profession in raising the standard of patient care. Material and method: The literature analysis method is used in this work. The information utilized in the work is derived from scientific journals and publications that have been released in compressed form. Results: The analysis of the gathered scientific data demonstrated that nurses have a major influence on both the standard of medical care and the smooth operation of the entire institution. Healthcare facilities are part of organizations where a patient's life and health are directly impacted by the quality of care provided. As a result, everyone on staff should prioritize the patient's care, especially the nurses who spend a lot of time getting to know them and meeting them first. Patients look to nurses for medical expertise above all else, but they also expect safety, trust, and appropriate communication. Conclusions: The nursing field has seen significant change in recent years, necessitating a variety of actions from those working in it to advance their careers. Additionally, patient expectations are evolving. Success depends on getting their feedback and meeting their needs. A happy customer will undoubtedly employ the facility's services once more.
Asymptomatic Presentation of Large Stomach Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumour (GIST) in an Elderly Patient: A Case Report
Authors:   Consultant Surgeon, No. (1) Military Hospital (700-Bedded), Pyin Oo Lwin, Myanmar, Wyke Min Nay Zar
Published: October 2024

Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are the most common mesenchymal neoplasms of the gastrointestinal tract, accounting for approximately 1% of all gastrointestinal cancers. They primarily arise from the interstitial cells of Cajal in the gastrointestinal wall and can occur throughout the digestive tract, most frequently in the stomach. While symptomatic cases often present with gastrointestinal bleeding, obstruction, or abdominal pain, large tumors can remain asymptomatic for long periods, leading to incidental detection. This case report discusses an 80-year-old woman with a 20-year history of a painless upper abdominal mass, initially presenting without gastrointestinal symptoms, obstruction, or constitutional complaints. Imaging suggested a large GIST, and after surgical resection, histopathology confirmed an epithelioid GIST of the stomach. This case highlights the unusual asymptomatic course of a large gastric GIST and discusses the potential complications, such as rupture, obstruction, and pressure effects, that can arise from tumors of this size, underscoring the importance of early detection and management.
Decision tree e geoestatística na redução do número de análises de micronutrientes do solo
Authors:   , Batista Luciano Gonçalves
Published: October 2024

Para realizar a interpolação por krigagem, é importante que cada ponto num semivariograma seja obtido com base no mínimo da combinação de 30 pares de pontos. Além disso, alguns autores alegam que é necessário ter pelo menos 100 amostras para fazer a interpolação. Sendo assim, o processo de amostragem se torna caro para o produtor rural. Como alternativa de contornar este problema de amostragem, foi utilizado metodologias de machine learning. O objetivo principal deste trabalho é avaliar o uso da metodologia de decision tree na redução do adensamento amostral para atributos do solo visando a realização da krigagem ordinária com tamanho amostral reduzido. Para isso, foi realizado 50 amostragem pelo algoritmo Latin Hypercube Sampling (LHS), com malhas contendo 82, 112 e 127 pontos amostrados e os valores faltantes foram preditos com decision tree, até completar 150 pontos e logo em seguida foi realizado a krigagem ordinária para as malhas 𝑀𝑅127, 𝑀𝑅112 e 𝑀𝑅82 , que foi gerado pela combinação das 50 predições por decision tree e avaliados os valores da Raiz Quadrada do Erro Médio (RMSE) e Média do Erro Absoluto (MAE), denominados RMSE_Krig e MAE_Krig. Foi percebido que há uma redução nestas estatísticas ao passo que aumentamos a redução amostral. A redução das estatísticas de validação indica que à medida que aumentamos a quantidade de amostras preditas com decision tree, há uma melhoria no modelo de krigagem ordinária. Ao fazer o mapa de atributos para as malhas reduzidas, é percebido que o padrão de concentração de nutrientes dos solos nas malhas reduzidas segue semelhante ao padrão original, ou seja, regiões com maiores concentrações ainda mantêm níveis elevados, enquanto aquelas com menores concentrações continuam a apresentar índices reduzidos. Ao fazer o mapa de atributos das malhas reduzidas é percebido que o padrão de concentração de micronutrientes dos solos nas malhas reduzidas segue semelhante ao padrão original, ou seja, zonas com maiores concentrações ainda continuam com concentrações elevadas e regiões com menores concentrações continuam com concentrações menores. Com isso, a decision tree, se mostrou eficiente em preservar o padrão de distribuição dos micronutrientes. Palavras-chave: Adensamento amostral; Aprendizado estatístico; Krigagem ordinária.
Revising the neotropical genus Americabaetis Kluge, 1992 (Ephemeroptera: Baetidae): phylogenetic classification, new species description, identification tools, and additional records
Authors:   , Marulanda Lopez Jhon Faber
Published: October 2024

Americabaetis is a mayfly genus of Baetidae family widely distributed in the neotropical region. The species are found in diverse habitats, in a broad altitudinal range, and are very abundant in lotic freshwater environments. Currently the genus is composed of 20 species, of which 13 are recorded from South America. The phylogenetic relationships between the species of Americabaetis are unknown, some Argentine species were poorly described and their assignment in the genus remains uncertain. On the other hand, the information of Baetidae and Americabaetis are scattered in the literature and the biological and ecological aspects remain incipiently studied. In addition, we have limited tools to aid in the identification of Americabaetis species by students, non-specialist and specialists. Our aim was to revise the genus Americabaetis and propose a classification for the genus using a phylogenetic hypothesis based on morphological data. Historic and current information of Baetidae and Americabaetis as well as the occurrence maps of the species were compiled in a literature review. A new species from Itatiaia National Park on the borders of Minas Gerais and Rio de Janeiro was described. A machine learning approach using nymphal morphological characteristics to aid in the identification of South American species was proposed as well as an illustrated interactive taxonomic key to identify the nymphs. The monophyly of Americabaetis genus was tested and the relationships among the species of the genus and related genera were hypothesized. A taxonomic classification consistent with the evolution hypothesis of the group was proposed. To finalize, the historic and additional records of Americabaetis from Colombia were updated. Keywords: Baetinae. Phylogeny. Taxonomy. Machine learning.
Avaliação de métodos para comparação de curvas cota x área x volume (cav) para cálculo do assoreamento de reservatórios
Authors:   , Santos Felipe Catão Mesquita
Published: October 2024

Diante do desafio do monitoramento do assoreamento nos reservatórios no Brasil, que compromete significativamente a eficácia operacional e a capacidade de armazenamento dessas infraestruturas críticas, esta pesquisa foca na análise da dinâmica de assoreamento no reservatório UHE Rosal. Foram aplicados quatro interpoladores principais: Topo to Raster, Krigagem, IDW e TIN, com base em dados batimétricos coletados nos anos de 2016 e 2023. A partir dessas informações, foram gerados Modelos Digitais de Terreno e Curvas Cota x Área x Volume, permitindo uma avaliação detalhada das alterações morfológicas do reservatório e do impacto da deposição de sedimentos ao longo do tempo. Os resultados mostraram que os interpoladores apresentaram comportamentos distintos quanto às variações de volume entre os dois períodos analisados. O interpolador TIN indicou uma significativa redução de volume, sugerindo uma maior deposição de sedimentos e, portanto, maior impacto do assoreamento. Por outro lado, os interpoladores Topo to Raster, Krigagem e IDW apontaram um aumento de volume, o que pode estar relacionado a fatores como a metodologia de levantamento e a distribuição de pontos de amostragem, uma vez que o assoreamento, por definição, deveria reduzir o volume útil do reservatório. Além da análise volumétrica, foram calculados estimadores estatísticos como RMSE, MAE, R² e MAPE para avaliar a precisão dos interpoladores. Entre os métodos, o TIN apresentou as maiores discrepâncias nos estimadores de erro, porém foi o interpolador que melhor captou a tendência de redução de volume, consistente com o assoreamento. Já o Topo to Raster e o IDW exibiram melhores resultados nos estimadores, embora tenham apresentado resultados que sugerem um comportamento de volume inesperado, possivelmente devido à variabilidade dos dados. Palavras-chave: MDT, Assoreamento, Batimetria, Modelagem, GIS
The sustainability of the proper plaintiff principle under the Companies Act 71 of 2008
Authors: Walaza Siphokazi
Published: October 2024

The proper plaintiff principle was developed under common law in recognition of the separate personality of a company as one of the fundamental rules of company law. However, the concentration of the decision-making power in shareholding groups and the directors of the company eventually led to the realisation that the unconditional application of the principle threatened the rights of minority shareholders, creditors and the company itself. Corporate governance policies placing greater focus on the enlightened shareholder approach, have resulted in a corporate legal enforcement framework in the Companies Act 71 of 2008 that provides remedies extending legal standing to a larger class of persons. The inclusion of these remedies appears to put the proper plaintiff principle at risk as its relevance under the Act has now been put into question. This article examines the proper plaintiff principle and the remedies now available in the Companies Act. It also considers the reasoning behind the court’s interpretation of the proper plaintiff principle and certain remedies regarding claims for reflective loss in Hlumisa Investment Holdings (RF) Ltd v Kirkinis, to illustrate that the principle remains relevant despite the inclusion of the corporate legal enforcement framework that is now embodied in the Companies Act 74 of 2008.
A legal conspectus of selected challenges affecting financial inclusion for the poor and low-income earners in South Africa
Authors: Magua Phemelo
Published: October 2024

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Critical Reading Self-Efficacy Perceptions of Turkish Language Teacher Candidates
Authors:   Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University, Faculty of Education, Emek Mustafa
Published: October 2024

Critical reading is a reading method that requires questioning the text and doubting what we read. In order to perform critical reading, we must first have critical thinking skills. Critical thinking skills are among the 21st century skills that individuals must acquire. In this century, where data sources are diversified, having critical reading skills is important in terms of deriving accurate and deep meanings from what we read. The aim of this study is to determine the general critical reading self-efficacy perceptions of Turkish teacher candidates studying in a Turkish language teaching program at a state university in Turkey and to reveal whether this perception changes according to the variables of gender and whether or not they have taken a critical reading course. The study was designed in a quantitative research model. The research was conducted with the correlational survey method. The population of the study consists of all Turkish teacher candidates studying in the program in question, and the sample consists of a total of 52 Turkish teacher candidates, 26 female and 26 male, who are in the 3rd year of their undergraduate and selected with the purposeful sampling method. The fact that both the reading education course and the critical reading course are given in the 3rd year in the Turkish language teaching program has been effective in determining the sample. The critical reading self-efficacy perception scale was used in the collection of data. Independent t-test was used in the analysis of the data, which was found to be normally distributed as a result of the normality distribution test. As a result of the analyses, it was concluded that the general critical reading self-efficacy perceptions of the Turkish teacher candidates were high. In addition, it was seen that the variables of gender and whether or not they took a critical reading course did not have a significant effect on the general critical reading self-efficacy perceptions of the Turkish teacher candidates.
Methods for solving textual and non-standard tasks
Authors:   Zhanibekov University, Shadibaeva Maftuna , Tautaeva Guldariga
Published: October 2024

One of the most important tasks of primary education is the development of logical thinking. Textual and non-standard tasks have a special place in the formation of students' thinking abilities. By mastering the solution of such problems, we form in the student such qualities as search for innovation, self-attitude, perseverance. The article discusses textual and non-standard tasks and solutions found in the course of elementary mathematics, the technology of criterion-based assessment. The concepts of "text task", "non-standard task" were defined. This article presents a methodology for criterion-based assessment of students' academic achievements in mathematics lessons. The peculiarity of this technology is that when solving a task, students create descriptors, which are subsequently used in formative and aggregate assessments. Each descriptor is a step in the algorithm that solves the problem. Particular attention is paid to the use of various methods by primary school teachers in solving text problems, the importance of observing and supporting the child's non-standard ideas. The habit of finding other ways to solve the problem, the ability to use various ways and means of solving the problem plays a huge role in the future work, scientific and creative activity of the student. As a result of the research work, the main recommendations for finding a solution to text and non-standard tasks were developed. The advantages of using the criterion-based assessment system in mathematics lessons are revealed.
Experimental approach and analysis of the effectiveness of using virtual reality (VR) technology in teaching astronomy to students of pedagogical specialties
Authors:   Tomsk State Pedagogical University, Chervonnyy Мikhail , Ertan Güdekli ,   Istanbul University, Department of Physics
Published: October 2024

The article discusses the use of virtual reality (VR) technology in teaching astronomy to students of pedagogical specialties. An experiment was conducted among three study groups of the pedagogical university TSPU, one of which used VR in the educational process. The study involved 15 students in the first group, 23 students in the second group, and 18 students in the third group. The results of the experiment showed that the use of VR contributes to a significant improvement in student performance: the average score of the group using VR increased by 27% compared to traditional teaching methods. There is also an increase in interest in the subject: 90% of students who studied using VR noted that the classes were more exciting and interactive. The paper also analyzes the benefits of VR in visualizing complex astronomical phenomena, such as planetary motion, solar eclipses, and other cosmic processes that cannot be demonstrated in a regular classroom. These visualizations contribute to a deep understanding of the material and allow students to develop critical thinking and analysis skills. In addition, the article emphasizes the importance of preparing future teachers to integrate modern technologies into the educational process. The use of VR not only enriches the students' experience, but also creates an interactive learning environment, which in turn increases motivation and engagement. This experience can become the basis for further research and development of curricula that integrate VR into the educational process.
Principles, conditions and means of forming the competence of plausible reasoning of pedagogical university mathematics students
Authors:   Sh. Ualikhanov Kokshetau University, Department of Mathematics, Computer Science and physics, Kuttykozhaeva Shaharzat , Ospanov Erkin ,   Sh. Ualikhanov Kokshetau University, Department of Mathematics, Computer Science and physics
Published: October 2024

This article highlights the actual problem of modern education, aimed not only at transferring knowledge, but also at preparing students for life difficulties, adapting to changes and actively participating in the development of society. The approaches to the formation of the competence of plausible reasoning among students of mathematics at pedagogical universities, as well as the principles, conditions and means necessary for its development are considered. The purpose of the study is to analyze various methods and strategies that contribute to the development of the competence of plausible reasoning, and describe the basic principles, conditions and means to ensure its successful formation. The methodological basis of the research is the theory of the gradual formation of mental actions by P. Ya. Galperin, the theory of the development of thinking, as well as systematic and constructive approaches. These theories play an important role in shaping students' plausible reasoning, as they are directly related to cognitive activity. The article presents and analyzes the main approaches to the formation of competence of plausible reasoning, such as theoretical-semantic, inductive and analog, computational, constructive, problem-oriented, modeling and design, as well as provides examples of each of them. Special attention is paid to the use of open tasks as an important tool in the development of this competence. The article provides examples of the use of open problems for the formation of plausible reasoning competence in mathematics students, as well as describes the basic principles, conditions and means of its effective formation. As a result of the research, the importance of integrating various approaches into the educational process and the need for further study of methods for forming the competence of plausible reasoning is emphasized.
Influence of Gender on Students’ Academic Achievement in Biology When Taught Using Experiential Learning Approach in Secondary Schools in Maara Subcounty, Kenya
Authors: Gisoi Joshua Mong’are , Mugwiria Rose
Published: October 2024

The study aimed at determining the influence of gender on students’ academic achievement in biology when taught using experiential learning approach. Quasi experimental research design was employed and in particular Solomon four group design. The target population was 22,640 biology students in secondary schools in Maara sub-County, Tharaka Nithi County. The accessible population consisted of 1,557 form two students in Sub-County mixed secondary schools. The purposive sampling was used to draw four sub-County mixed secondary schools from a list of mixed secondary schools in Maara Sub-County. Simple random sampling was used to select and assign participating schools in experimental and control groups. The sample size comprised of 118 students in four schools. The research instruments used were Biology Pre-Test (BPT) and Biology Achievement Test (BAT). The instruments were piloted to determine their reliability in a Sub-County mixed secondary school in Meru-South Sub-County. Reliability coefficient for instruments was 0.741. The validity of the research instrument was ascertained by experts in the department of education of Chuka University. Experimental groups (E1 and E2) were taught using experiential learning approach while control groups (C1 and C2) were taught using conventional teaching approach. Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 26 aided in data analysis. The raw data obtained was analyzed using descriptive statistics (mean, standard deviation, percentages) and inferential statistics (two-way ANOVA, Turkey post hoc analysis). The null hypothesis was tested at = 0.05 significant level. The findings revealed no statistically gender difference in academic achievement in biology when taught using experiential learning and conventional approaches. The study therefore recommended that experiential learning approach is an accommodative teaching approach that may be used with both male and female students. This means that, regardless of students gender, the experiential learning approach is appropriate in teaching and learning to promote academic achievement. Additionally, Experiential learning approach affords all students an equal access to the curriculum while maintaining their high expectations. The findings of the study may be help curriculum planners and learning institutions to incorporate innovative techniques in classroom teaching to improve learning of biology subject for both boys and girls in Kenya. The findings also form a ground upon which likely further research could be built for innovative teaching techniques in secondary schools.
Why Apply SPSS, SmartPLS and AMOS: An Essential Quantitative Data Analysis Tool for Business and Social Science Research Investigations
Authors: Sarker Bipul Kumar , Sarker Debobrota Kumar , Shaha Shompa Rani , Saha Deepongkor , Sarker Saurav
Published: October 2024

In the realm of business and social science research, selecting the right quantitative data analysis tool is pivotal for deriving actionable insights and validating hypotheses. This study were used a qualitative comparison and contrast methodology. The objective is to highlight the benefits of each tool and its appropriate uses in social science and commercial research. SPSS, SmartPLS, and AMOS are three prominent tools each offering distinct advantages tailored to various research needs. SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) is widely recognized for its comprehensive range of statistical procedures and user-friendly interface, making it ideal for performing detailed descriptive and inferential analyses. SmartPLS (Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling) specializes in variance-based SEM, providing robust capabilities for exploratory research and predictive modeling with complex datasets. Its focus on prediction and theory development is particularly beneficial for handling large and intricate models. AMOS (Analysis of Moment Structures), on the other hand, excels in covariance-based SEM, offering extensive tools for confirmatory factor analysis and structural modeling. Its graphical interface and model fit indices facilitate detailed model validation and hypothesis testing. Each software has its strengths and limitations, making them essential tools for addressing different aspects of quantitative research. Understanding their unique capabilities allows researchers to select the most appropriate tool for their specific analytical requirements.
Understanding the Attitudes and Perceptions toward Teaching and Learning Methods on Academic
Authors: Acheampong Francis , Karikari Faustina
Published: October 2024

The study investigated the perceptions and attitudes of students in Colleges of Education in Ghana towards the teaching and learning of history studies. To achieve this, a descriptive survey research design was employed. In order to provide more details, we also conducted a regression analysis to understand how the attitudes and perceptions of College of Education students towards the study and teaching of history impact their academic performance for a sample size of 298. Overall, we find that the perceptions of students toward teaching and learning methods for history studies in the Colleges of Education do not matter for their academic performances as well as their age and gender. Notably, the attitudes toward teaching and learning methods for history studies and importance attached to history studies significantly contribute to the positive outcomes in the academic performances. This, however, implies that even with negative or no perception, the importance attached to history studies coupled with positive attitude are more likely to outweigh the effect on their academic performances.
Cystitis Glandularis as A Solid Mass in Bladder - A Case Report
Authors: Zervopoulos Georgios , Venetsanos Filippos , Mitsimponas Nikolaos
Published: October 2024

Cystitis glandularis, a rare benign proliferative disease of the urinary bladder mucosa, is usually a microscopic finding and manifests rarely as a large visible macroscopic lesion of urinary bladder. Only few cases of cystitis glandularis presenting as bladder mass have been reported in the literature. We are reporting a case of cystitis glandularis presenting as a urinary bladder mass in a male patient, identified as a cause of macroscopic hematuria.
Concussion, Persistent Concussion Symptoms (PCS) and ‘Pseudo-PCS’: A Neurosurgeon’s Medicolegal Perspective
Authors: G Khurana Vini
Published: October 2024

Concussion is essentially a transiently altered level of consciousness of sudden-onset. There is no requirement for an actual loss of consciousness (LOC) to meet the definition of concussion [1,9]. The word itself is derived from Latin concutere (‘to shake violently’). In the media, and in lay discussions, concussion is often trivialized as a ‘head knock’ or ‘ding’. Clinically, concussion has been equated to ‘mild traumatic brain injury’ (TBI), typically associated with a presenting Glasgow coma score (GCS) of 13-15, and post-traumatic amnesia (PTA) of less than a day, and either no LOC or LOC less than 30 minutes [3]. It can be associated with amnesia, antegrade and/or retrograde [11]. Most concussive events are without gross radiology. In the Australian Football League (AFL), it is estimated that there is an average of 6-10 concussions per team per season. In the United States National Football League (NFL), it is estimated that there is an average of 1.6 evaluations for concussion per game, a number that is rising. There is currently a 2:1 male:female preponderance. In terms of aetiology, concussion typically results from a direct impact to the head [9]. However, if another part of the body is struck with sufficient impulsive force, that force can also be transmitted (indirectly) to the head, resulting in the same. In adults, falls, motor vehicle accidents (MVA) and professional contact sports feature causally in concussion. In children and adolescents, contact sports and bicycle accidents feature more often. It is currently accepted that rotational or angular (as opposed to linear acceleration-deceleration) forces result in neuronal stretch and shearing [9]. This appears to be associated with changes in rotational velocity of the head from the physical impact, direct or indirect.
Evolution of Cancer Mortality in Durango, México: Data Update After Two Decades of Follow-Up
Authors: Muñoz Cynthia Mora , Gándara Hugo Payan , Espinoza Elio Aarón Reyes , Dena Manuel Nuno , Marín José Luis Molina , Mireles Jesús Alonso Gándara
Published: October 2024

Cancer continues to be a major public health challenge in both developed and developing countries. Projections indicate a significant increase in cancer incidence and mortality in Latin America, with Mexico registering 207,154 new cases and 96,210 deaths in 2022. Breast and prostate cancer predominate in adults, while acute lymphoblastic leukemia primarily affects children. Genetic and environmental factors, such as exposure to carcinogens, influence cancer development. Malnutrition in Mexico exacerbates the disease burden, especially in an aging population. This study analyzes cancer mortality trends in Durango during the period 2018- 2023, comparing the results with a previous study. The data reveal a 4.6% increase in overall cancer mortality compared to data from 2001-2003. Mortality affects men the most (56.5%) and highlights the high incidence of acute lymphoblastic leukemia in children and breast cancer in adult women. The findings underscore the urgent need to strengthen cancer prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment programs in Mexico, with a focus on improving registries and public policies. The aging population and lack of access to high-quality care exacerbate the challenges faced by patients in the region.
Skin Tumors
Authors: Arellano-Huacuja A  , Arellano A  , Arellano D
Published: October 2024

In this paper we will talk about the most common skin tumors such as benign, premalignant and malignant. Among the pathologies that are considered benign we have common warts, solar keratosis and senile hyperkeratosis. These entities, although they tend to be annoying for the patient from an aesthetic or appearance point of view, do not medically represent any danger to the individual who suffers from them. Common warts appear most frequently in places of bending or rubbing, face, hands, legs, soles of the feet and body. Classified into plants, pedunculated and acuminate, they tend to grow quickly and increase rapidly in number, so it is advisable to treat them as soon as possible.
Diabetes Insipidus after Vasopressin Withdrawal: A Case Report and Review of The Literature
Authors: Valsamaki Asimina , S Tsolaki Vasiliki , D Mantzarlis Konstantinos , Parisi Kyriaki , Vazgiourakis Vasileios , V Deskata Konstantina , E Papadonta Maria Eirini , Markis Demosthenes , Zakynthinos Epaminondas
Published: October 2024

Diabetes insipidus (DI) is a relatively rare disorder presenting with the excretion of highly hypotonic urine, resulting in polydispia and high plasma osmolarity. Vasopressin, which is also referred as antidiuretic hormone (ADH), is a peptidic hormone, produced by the hypothalamus and released from the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland; its primary role in the human body is to regulate the blood pressure and the water balance. This article presents an interesting case of a transient episode of diabetes insipidus in a 48-year-old male patient with chronic psychiatric illness hospitalized intubated with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome, after discontinuation of vasopressin, which was administered for the treatment of septic shock. The condition was managed with the prescription of desmopressin (0.05mg), given once. As the use of vasopressin is routine practice for the treatment of septic shock, physicians should acknowledge this rare adverse effect of diabetes insipidus after the withdrawal of vasopressin and treat accordingly.
Magnetic Resonance Cholangiopancreatography (MRCP): Innovations in Non-Invasive Visualization of the Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Systems
Authors: Yafei FA Afef Ali Al , HU Khan
Published: October 2024

Over the past two decades, magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP) has become more sophisticated. It contious to play a crucial part in the non-invasive study of numerous pancreaticobiliary diseases. The following review aims to provide readers with an overview of the fundamental concepts behind MRCP, the various methods now in use such as functional and secretin-stimulated MRCP), the pitfalls, and the primary clinical indications for its application.
Aging Retardation of Lead-Acid Batteries by Adjusting Charge Controller Threshold Values in Off-grid Photovoltaic System
Authors: Karaman Cihan
Published: October 2024

Hybrid systems or coupled power plants with energy storage are becoming more and more popular due to the rising need for energy. Researchers have been conducting several experiments to assure longer-lasting battery use due to the increasing widespread use of energy storage and the depletion of resources such as silicon and precious metals. In this study, a simulation study is carried out in PVSyst software on lead-acid batteries, which have a low cycle and a very traditional electrochemical structure. The simulation is realized by scaling Spain’s consumption curve in 2023, taken from the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity (ENTSO-E), together with lead acid batteries and off-grid photovoltaic (PV) modules. After the off-grid system design is created and consumption data is imported, it is aimed to extend battery life by changing the charge-discharge threshold values of the charge controllers. Threshold values are in two categories, high and low, and seventeen different cases are simulated. According to the results of the simulation, the state of charge (SOC) levels of the batteries decreases significantly due to radiation and cloudiness in the winter months and remain high in the spring and summer months. When charge controllers are set to high thresholds levels, they cause gassing currents that rise to an average of 20 amps, while battery life extends up to 5.3 years. When low threshold values are used, negligible levels of oxygen and hydrogen gasses are formed in the battery, but battery life decreases to 4.1 years.
 
Received: 12 August 2024 | Revised: 26 September 2024 | Accepted: 12 October 2024
 
Conflicts of Interest
The author declares that he has no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
Data available on request from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.
 
Author Contribution Statement
Cihan Karaman: Conceptualization, Methodology, Software, Validation, Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources, Data curation, Writing - original draft, Writing - review & editing, Visualization, Supervision, Project administration.