bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Enseñanza de la historia en los libros de texto gratuitos del ciclo 2023-2024: sobreestimación del México prehispánico, ausencias del periodo virreinal
Authors: Cruz Beltrán José Eduardo
Published: March 2024

Una revisión a los libros de texto gratuitos para el ciclo escolar 2023-2024 detectó una considerable presencia del México antiguo en términos de la escritura de la historia y la iconografía utilizada. En el marco de la Nueva Escuela Mexicana, las asignaturas fueron integradas a cuatro campos formativos y, para algunas voces, aquellas, como tradicionalmente se impartían en el país, o desaparecieron, o se difuminaron en los libros de texto, que ahora reciben el nombre de “Proyectos”. Entre estas asignaturas se encuentran la historia de México y las matemáticas. En este artículo, mediante un análisis historiográfico, se proyectó cuestionar a qué se debió la aparición tan constante del México antiguo, toda vez que, en términos de historiografía mexicana, poco se dedica a las demás etapas de la historia y más aún, se convierte en un aspecto a destacar que el periodo virreinal es prácticamente inexistente. Los resultados reportan una línea que proviene de la visión nacionalista del gobierno e imaginario mexicanos tendientes a exaltar las raíces prehispánicas del país, y mirar con desdén el impacto hispano por asociarse a este un pasado de represión, genocidio, invasión y saqueo. El artículo sostiene que además del nuevo enfoque de didáctica decolonial e interculturalidad, la enseñanza de la historia en México mantiene una continuidad en apreciar un pasado más conveniente para los fines de cohesión nacional, dictada a través de la apropiación de contenidos muy específicos como es la exaltación del México prehispánico.
Identificación de barreras/competencias lingüísticas en comunicación científica de investigadores universitarios
Authors: Pineda-González Laura Lorena
Published: March 2024

Este artículo propone la generación de un modelo que permita identificar las barreras/competencias lingüísticas (BL/CL) en la comunicación científica en investigadores universitarios, creando a través de la revisión de la literatura científica una taxonomía en cuatro dimensiones: (1) condiciones del contexto; (2) expresión e interpretación de conceptos; (3) redacción y estructuración de documentos científicos; y (4) aspectos psicológicos, de personalidad y culturales. Para la recolección de datos se utilizó una encuesta donde se aplicó un instrumento diseñado según la taxonomía antes descrita sobre una muestra aleatoria y estratificada, calculada con un 95% de confianza y un margen de error del 8%, de 70 investigadores pertenecientes tanto a la Universidad Autónoma de Chihuahua (UACH) como al Sistema Nacional de Investigadores (SNI) de México, distribuidos en siete disciplinas científicas. El estudio permitió analizar las condiciones de los participantes comparando sus BL/CL y concluir principalmente que la competencia lingüística (CL) de los investigadores les facilita significativamente la producción de textos científicos en la realización de actividades de comunicación de la ciencia, encontrándose también diferencias significativas en CL según el área disciplinaria y el nivel de dominio de una segunda lengua, pero evidenciando que el género, la edad o el nivel en el SNI no apuntan diferencias significativas en la CL de los investigadores.
Implicaciones y políticas editoriales de la inteligencia artificial
Authors: Machin-Mastromatteo Juan D.
Published: March 2024

En esta entrega de Escuela de editores presento algunas de las problemáticas alrededor del uso de la inteligencia artificial (IA) en la investigación para enmarcar la síntesis y análisis de diez políticas editoriales sobre el uso de IA: arXiv, Elsevier, Emerald Publishing, International Committee of Medical Journal Editors, Oxford University Press, Sage, Springer Nature, Taylor & Francis Group, Wiley y World Association of Medical Editors. Abordo cómo los modelos de lenguaje de gran tamaño, como ChatGPT, han afectado la integridad y originalidad de los productos científicos, examinando problemas como el entrenamiento de IA, su uso en la autoría de documentos científicos, la veracidad del contenido generado por IA y el impacto que están teniendo estas tecnologías en la investigación y publicación científica. Las mencionadas políticas editoriales actuales sobre el uso de IA enfatizan la necesidad de actuar con transparencia sobre su uso, además de subrayar la responsabilidad de los autores y las limitaciones éticas y prácticas de usar IA en la investigación. Concluyo con una reflexión acerca de buscar un equilibrio entre las ventajas y limitaciones de la IA para poder emplearla en la investigación y publicación científica sin faltar a valores de ética e integridad científicas.
Analysis of Differences Between Chinese and American Teaching Methods
Authors: Ma Siyu
Published: March 2024

With the competition of various countries in the world in education, to further consolidate and improve national education, China and the United States are major countries with greater influence in the world, and both countries attach great importance to student education. Due to the differences in political and economic systems and ideological and cultural aspects, there are differences in the content, path and method of education between the two countries. This paper analyzes the different educational styles of China and America. In this paper, the Chinese and American classroom forms, assessment methods and the impact of different education methods on students are mentioned respectively, and finally some suggestions are given. Educational administrators should combine the excellent educational methods of the United States from various aspects to improve education, and to improve the competitiveness of education in the world, and people should also know the shortcomings of education in other countries to cope with the future development of education in country.
Analysis of the Impact of Spokesperson Marketing on Brand Influence in the Context of Social Media
Authors: Jiang Liting
Published: March 2024

With the increasingly fierce market competition, brand marketing and spokesperson marketing have become important means for enterprises to enhance competitiveness. However, how to choose the right spokesperson, formulate effective marketing strategies and avoid potential risks are important issues facing enterprises. By using the methods of literature research and case analysis, this paper deeply studies the type segmentation and operation mechanism of spokesperson marketing, and analyzes the marketing methods, effects and potential risks of spokesperson combined with specific cases. The results show that selecting the right spokesperson and formulating effective marketing strategies are important to enhance brand awareness and reputation. Enterprises need to establish a sound spokesperson management system and effect evaluation system to ensure the standardization and effectiveness of spokesperson marketing activities. At the same time, this study also takes X and W as examples to explore the huge commercial value they bring to the brand as popular artists, as well as the operation mechanism and characteristics behind them. Through in-depth analysis of the types and effects of its endorsement activities, the study found that the spokesperson played an effective role as a bridge between the brand and consumers, transmitting brand information and promoting the promotion of sales and brand image. In addition, this study also discusses the strategies and potential risks of selecting spokesmen, which provides wise decision guidance for enterprises.
An Investigation of the Differences in Education Between China's Urban and Rural Areas from the Standpoint of Educational Equity
Authors: Zhang Yiqin
Published: March 2024

At present, there is a significant difference between urban and rural education in China, which is not only reflected in the quality of education but also family education, education concept, family capital, allocation and utilization of educational resources, etc. Under the influence of various factors, the current situation of rural education is not optimistic, and the difference between rural education and urban education is even increasing. In addition to effectively promoting the development of rural education, achieving a balanced development of education and narrowing the gap in regional education is also conducive to achieving educational equity and harmonious development of education in the whole society. Starting from the current situation of the urban-rural education gap in China, this paper examines the impact of the urban-rural economic, cultural and policy gap, and proposes specific measures to reduce the gap. These include balancing the input of urban and rural education, enhancing rural education resources with the aid of information technology, and enacting government policies that support rural education.
The Prosperous Short Video Environment: Hidden Threats to Young People's Mental Health
Authors: Li Qianxin
Published: March 2024

Abundant online media fill people's lives, especially the prosperity of short videos, which provide a convenient way of entertainment for young people's busy lives. However, many studies have found that while it brings people fun, it also brings many psychological problems. This study aims to address the psychological problems that occur in young people and propose ways to reduce the impact of the problems. By reading existing literature, combined with network data and the current network environment, this article finds out the psychological problems that young people will have after using short video platforms, such as blurring the boundaries between reality and virtual behavior, one-sided videos increasing psychological anxiety. After analyzing the problems, this paper found that the main causes of these problems came from social pressure and the platform's regulatory capabilities. Hence, young people can reshape their understanding of the short video virtual environment and improve their ability to resist the psychological problems caused by exploring new interests.
Development of Higher Education in China
Authors: Zhang Zijun
Published: March 2024

With the development of the times and the country, the development of education has taken on a strategic position. The development of higher education is more related to the reserve of social talents. This paper analyses the current situation of China's higher education development and its impact, and discusses the problems and challenges it faces and gives a series of suggestions. This paper argues that higher education provides important support for talent training and social development. Education is closely related to economic and social development. However, at the same time, higher education still faces challenges such as the slow internationalization of education and the difficulty of student employment. Based on this, the following suggestions are put forward in this article. Higher education should pay attention to the coordinated development of quality and quantity to achieve the sustainable development of higher education. At the same time, it is necessary to pay attention to cultivating international, innovative and other diversified talents.
Effects of Early Childhood Trauma on Adult Mental Health
Authors: Wu Baiyi
Published: March 2024

This article centres its focus on the varied manners in which children who undergo early trauma are impacted in the future about their mental health. This encompasses examining biological aspects (such as genetics and physiological systems) and environmental aspects (including social relationships and early attachment patterns). This article provides a concise summary of a substantial body of preexisting research conducted by scholars on diverse forms of childhood trauma that lead to mental disorders and persistent physical discomfort, such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Therefore, this article establishes a correlation between childhood trauma and unfavourable outcomes in mental health by expounding on the issues of drug and alcohol misuse. Lastly, this article alleviates the detrimental effects of childhood trauma by providing a summary of therapeutic interventions and discussing the impacts on public health aimed at reducing the prevalence of such issues in adulthood.
Defiance in the Shadows: Flames of Resilience in the Selected North Korean Memoirs
Authors: Priyanka F Keziah , J Sharon
Published: March 2024

The resilient autobiography focuses on the interpersonal dynamics of life narratives, including the relationships that have exacerbated the hardships described and the ones that have provided the support and strength necessary to overcome them. The selected text for this paper is A Thousand Miles to Freedom: My Escape from North Korea by Eunsun Kim and Sebastien Falletti and In Order to Live: A North Korean Girl’s Journey to Freedom by Yeonmi Park and Maryanne Vollers. These two texts talk about their catastrophic journey from North Korea because of poverty caused by famine and their migration to China, where they were trafficked and subjected to humiliation and their final escape to South Korea. The memoirs depict the individual’s embodiment of resilience as they narrate their own struggles and victories in overcoming hardship. Resistance to adversity and suffering, as well as the ability to bounce back from painful experiences in one’s own life and in the lives of others, are the hallmarks of resilience. Trauma becomes ingrained in attempts for survival in both memoirs, which illustrate the catastrophic impacts of famine, relocation, and personal loss. One effective approach to enhance resilience is reorganizing and reestablishing control over one's life after a traumatic event. Interpretations and writings of the personal narrative are offered from both the subject’s and an outsider’s points of view. Thus, the life story is formed in a dual sense: autobiographically and biographically.
The Use of Lexical Bundles in English Language Academic Writing among University Learners: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Dan Chen , Darmi Ramiza Haji , Yusof Mohamad Ateff MD
Published: March 2024

Lexical bundles have been widely studied in English academic writing, but not as extensive in university learners’ academic writing. This study conducted a systematic review of the literature on lexical bundles in academic writing among university learners from 2017 to 2022 to describe the directions of and limitations of recent studies on how lexical bundles influence the fluency and coherence of academic writing among university learners. The review relied on two major databases, Scopus and Web of Science, and adhered to the PRISMA 2020 guidelines. The study analyzed 28 articles them based on three content-based themes: the research context, the research contents, and the research objectives. Recent research on lexical bundles in academic writing among university students 1) lacks an in-depth analysis of specific functions, such as text-oriented bundles, which predominate and play an important coherence role in more advanced academic writing; 2) addressing the analysis of lexical bundles solely through a phraseological lens fails to account for their genre-specific characteristics. It is crucial to merge insights from both genre and phraseology for a thorough analysis; 3) comparing the academic writing of native English-speaking learners, that of university learners in East Asia and the Middle East are unevenly distributed and limited in scope. There is limited research on academic writing at higher academic levels, university learners in Southeast Asia, and cross-regional comparative studies.
Pre-Translating Process in Literary Text
Authors: Sayaheen Mohannad , Sayaheen Bilal , Malkawi Mona
Published: March 2024

Literary translation represents a crucial sub-field of Translation Studies. This sub-category has inadvertently spurred researchers and academics to unleash practical and theoretical controversies. It involves transferring canonical literary genres into different languages and cultures. While the genres themselves may not stem from similar experiences or similar perceptions of the world, they share the same concern of addressing cultural, historical, philosophical, and religious innermost thoughts of the people and countries they represent. Thus, if these various genres are not properly repainted in a different language and culture, many of the finest pieces of literature produced by well-known writers will remain beyond reach and/or lost. This paper attempts a translation assessment of the Arabic oriental mythology of Sindbad al-Rahhal at the extra-textual level translates into English as Sindbad and the Sailor. It, therefore, applies Nord’s Model (2005) and compares the Arabic version of the story with its English counterpart as traversed from the East to the West by Malcolm C. Lyons (2008) in order to examine the extra-textual factors of the ST and TT. Eventually, this will invite discussion in this paper on issues such as background knowledge, literary expertise, and cultural knowledge as essential factors for translators before they embark on their mission. The results of the current study reveal that Nord’s Model (2005) is applicable to the ST and TT.
Persepsi Mahasiswa Terhadap Quizizz sebagai Media Evaluasi Materi Pembelajaran dalam Mata Kuliah Metodologi Penelitian
Authors: Alya Khoirunnisaa Sholihah Luthfi , Achadi Wasith , Luthfi Muhammad Ja’far
Published: March 2024

Pembelajaran metodologi penelitian seiring berjalannya waktu telah emngalami beberapa perubahan dimulai dengan metode konvensional hingga modern dengan memanfaatkan platform digital seperti Quizizz. Quizizz ialah media pembelajaran yang sudah sering digunakan di pembelajaran era milenial ini, karena dapat membuat pembelajaran menjadi interaktif dan menyenangkan. Tujuan dari penelitian ini ialah untuk mengetahui persepsi mahasiswa pendidikan biologi. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan menyebarkan kuesioner agar lebih komperehensif. Secara keseluruhan, hasil dalam penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa Quizizz bernilai positif bagi mahasiswa karena efektivitas, dan fleksibel. Oleh karena itu, penggunaan Quizizz dapat menjadi salah satu media evaluasi materi pembelajaran di setiap pertemuan perkuliahan pada tingkat universitas.
The impact of discrimination on the psychological wellbeing and ethnic identity of international students in North Cyprus
Authors: Okolie Samuel Obinna , Manyeruke Gloria
Published: March 2024

The social categorization theory suggests that ingroup bias is a common cognitive bias that can result in discrimination against outgroup members. In recent years there has been a notable increase in the international student body globally as well as an increase in the diversity of the students. Considering this background, it is imperative to investigate the social experiences of this group of students. The current research investigates experiences of discrimination among international students and how they influence their ethnic identity and psychological well-being. A sample of 386 students was recruited from 2 universities in Northern Cyprus using a convenience sampling technique. The findings show a positive relationship between discrimination and psychological distress. The findings also show that ethnic identity is negatively correlated with discrimination and psychological distress. International students who reported higher scores of discrimination showed higher levels of stress and depression. This is because discrimination would result in social exclusion or isolation. High levels of discrimination are associated with low ethnic identity scores among international students. The study shows that ethnic identity does not mediate the impact of discrimination on psychological well-being (psychological distress, depression, anxiety, stress). The findings also show that there are significant differences in discrimination based on race and religion this may be linked to cultural distance between the host and home countries. Considering these findings, educational institutions should increase support services offered to international students, offer awareness and sensitivity training for multicultural interactions and, also incorporate authentic sustainability curricula.
Characterization of tetA gene of Escherichia coli isolated from colibacillosis affected calves in Rangpur, Bangladesh
Authors: Jihad Jakiul , Rahman Md , Rumi Nazmi
Published: March 2024

Anti-microbial resistance is a matter of threat in global public health nowadays as a great number of antibiotics have lost their potential. In this study, we tried to characterize the tetA gene that was involved in tetracycline resistance of Escherichia coli (E. coli) in colibacillosis affected calves. To perform the study, a total of 69 fecal samples from colibacillosis suspected diarrheic calves were collected randomly from different areas of Rangpur division in Bangladesh. Standard laboratory protocols were followed for isolation and identification of E. coli. Then bacterial sensitivity was tested by culturing the bacteria in Mueller Hinton agar by following the protocol of Kirby-bauer disc diffusion method. Tetracycline resistant gene was specified by using tetA primer by searching tetA gene and the resistant gene was sequenced by sanger sequencing method. A phylogenetic tree of nucleotide sequences of tetA gene of E. coli was formulated using NCBI blast to characterize the gene. From 69 fecal samples, 54 were positive for E. coli. In antibiogram study, 100% isolates of E. coli were resistant to amoxicillin, ampicillin, cefoxitin, erythromycin and imipenem and the nature against others are as follows: doxycycline 64.8%, co-trimethoprim 63%, tetracycline 59.3%, ceftriaxone 50%, gentamicin 16.7%, levofloxacin 14.8% respectively. This study noticed, about 56.25% samples (18 from 32) were resistant to tetracycline due to tetA gene and the gene was closely related to the corresponding gene of Klebsiella pneumoniae, Shigella sonnei, Proteus mirabilis and Citrobacter braakii strains besides E. coli. This study suggests determining other genes specific for tetracycline resistance in E. coli of calves in Rangpur for better understanding the nature of it.
Pilot testing of a simple alternative tissue processing method for immunofluorescence staining
Authors: R Senthamizselvan , Amirtham Soosai , Tharion Elizabeth , B Sandya , Prince Neetu
Published: March 2024

Background: The image quality of tissues obtained with high-resolution imaging systems depends on several factors including the quality of sections prepared by different tissue processing methods. Fresh frozen sections and formalin-fixed paraffinembedded (FFPE) sections are the two routinely employed methods in histopathological examination having their own merits and demerits.

Aims and Objectives: We tested the feasibility of a hybrid tissue processing method that could reduce the processing time without compromising the quality of processed and stained tissues.

Materials and Methods: Bovine pancreatic tissue was utilized to standardize the process. The steps included fixation of tissue in formalin, followed by embedding in optimal cutting temperature compound and then cryo-sectioning to obtain 50 μm slices for immunostaining. The prepared thick slices were immunostained with islet markers and assessed by confocal imaging.

Results: The images revealed that the staining quality was comparable with FFPE sections, though the tissue processing time was significantly curtailed. The modified Leica microsystems scoring system revealed a nearly 80% overall total score for the processed tissue specimens, indicating acceptable levels of quality of the tissues. We also observed that the staining quality of these formalin-fixed cryo-slices was preserved without tissue deterioration for up to 1 month when stored in formalin, indicating its storage potential for future applications.

Conclusion: The proof of concept of the hybrid tissue processing method tested in this study will encourage researchers to extrapolate its use to the human pancreas, other solid organs, and other staining techniques for evaluating its general utility.
A study to assess the efficacy of oral itraconazole as an add-on to steroids in allergic fungal rhinosinusitis in a tertiary care hospital
Authors: R Mamatha , Sankar Rajasree , Varghese George , G Puttamadaiah , K Suhas
Published: March 2024

Background: Allergic fungal rhinosinusitis (AFRS) is a distinct type of chronic polypoid rhinosinusitis that affects atopic individuals. The incidence worldwide ranges from 5% to 10%, with geographic variation in epidemiology. It imposes a significant negative impact on quality of life, concomitantly generating socioeconomic losses. Failure to remove all sinus disease increases the likelihood of relapse; thus, the best outcome is achieved through coordinated medical-surgical care. The antifungal activity of itraconazole in addition to standard steroid therapy may provide greater relief to patients with AFRS following functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) by decreasing the chances of recurrence and long-term use of steroids. Therefore, this study has been taken up.

Aim and Objectives: The aims and objectives of the study are to evaluate the efficacy of oral itraconazole as an add-on to the standard steroid therapy in allergic fungal rhinosinusitis from baseline to 6 weeks.

Materials and Methods: This study was conducted among 60 patients who underwent FESS and were administered medications postoperatively. The efficacy was measured by the sinonasal outcome test-20 score, the nasal endoscopic grade, and the Lund and Mackay score from baseline to 6 weeks. Continuous data were analyzed using the unpaired t-test, repeated measure analysis of variance, and paired t-test, whereas categorical data were analyzed using the Chi-square test.

Results: Comparable efficacy was observed between the group treated with standard steroids alone and the group receiving a combination of standard steroids and itraconazole. No significant improvement was seen with oral itraconazole as an add-on therapy when compared with standard steroids at the end of 6 weeks.

Conclusion: Oral itraconazole as an add-on therapy will reduce the chances of recurrence such as steroids, but in this study, there was no statistically significant reduction. The disease has a long natural course, and further follow-up is needed to establish the importance of itraconazole.
Analysis of the Possibilities of Measuring Unstable Hydraulic Conditions in Storage Circuits
Authors:   Department of Power Engineering, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Technical University of Košice, Vysokoškolská 4,04200 Košice, Slovakia, Lukáč Peter
Published: March 2024

The aim of the paper is to show the possibilities of measuring unstable hydraulic conditions in circuits where a water hammer can occur during operation, which can significantly affect the operation of individual components of the storage system, but also of the entire circuit.
Utilization of Supercapacitors for Energy Storage in Sustainable Off-grid Photovoltaic System
Authors:   Department of Power Engineering, University of Žilina, Univerzitná 8215/1, 010 26 Žilina, Slovakia, Martinček Ivan , Kaduchová Katarína , Jandačka Jozef
Published: March 2024

The aim of our research was to further broaden current knowledge of possible energy storage in an off-grid photovoltaic system. Photovoltaic off-grid systems usually require energy storage for their proper function. The storage of electrical energy serves as a bridge for short-term power outages or to draw energy outside the usual times of solar energy generation, such as at night or on cloudy days. Supercapacitors will serve as energy storage instead of conventional rechargeable batteries. The use of supercapacitors in renewable energies can be very promising, as the lifespan of supercapacitors can exceed 100 years in operation. The main objective is to test the behavior of supercapacitors in such system and to assess the potential implementation of supercapacitors in photovoltaic installations from an economic point of view.
Experimental Device for the Measurement of Small Gas Flows Utiliying the Principle of Lamilar Flow Elements
Authors:   Technical University of Košice, Faculty of Manufacturing Technologies with a seat in Prešov, Department of Process Technique, Bayerova 1, 080 01 Prešov, Slovak Republic, Hrebík Tomáš , Kizek Ján , Fedák Marcel , Varga Augustín ,   Technical University of Košice, Faculty of Materials, Metallurgy and Recycling, Institute of Metallurgy, Letná 9, 042 00 Košice, Slovak Republic, Roth Juraj
Published: March 2024

In this paper, the authors proposed an experimental device for measuring small flow rates of gaseous media. The device is based on the measurement of the pressure gradient upstream and downstream of the measuring element. The materials used in the design and construction of the device provide local pressure resistance, which enables accurate measurement. The proposed device can serve as an alternative to actual measuring devices for detecting the instantaneous quantity flowing in the measurement assembly. The results of the experimental measurements will be used to determine the characteristics of the measuring elements of the device.
GESTÃO AMBIENTAL A IMPORTÂNCIA DESSE TEMA NA FORMAÇÃO DE UM ADMINISTRADOR
Authors: Carlini Leonardo Vinicius Gasparini , Santos Roberto Augusto dos
Published: March 2024

Na atualidade, apesar de muitas empresas incluírem em seus modelos de negócios as perspectivas da sustentabilidade e da gestão ambiental como estratégia de competitividade, ainda há muito a se fazer porque a destinação correta de resíduos sólidos no Brasil está aquém das expectativas desejadas. Nesse contexto, é essencial ampliar o nível de consciência dos estudantes de administração acerca desse desafio, até porque eles serão os futuros administradores, com poder de decisão para reverter esse quadro. Diante disso, esse artigo buscou, por meio de pesquisas bibliográficas e um estudo de caso, compreender os níveis de interesse de estudantes de administração – já formados ou finalizando a graduação - a respeito da gestão ambiental nas empresas. Observou-se, com isso, que a maioria deles já atua no mercado de trabalho, considera muito importante esse tema, mas, por outro lado, teve carga horária insuficiente dessa disciplina no curso de administração e produziu pouquíssimas pesquisas na área de gestão ambiental.
A STUDY ON CUSTOMER SATISFACTION TOWARDS HERO TWO WHEELERS IN DHARMAPURI TOWN
Authors:   Department of MBA, Paavai Engineering College,Namakkal,  Tamil Nadu, India, R BHARATH , A SARANRAJ ,   Department of MBA, Paavai Engineering College,Namakkal,  Tamil Nadu, India
Published: March 2024

Abstract :Customer satisfaction is a focused strategy for many organizations because happy, loyal customers help businesses earn more money. Measuring customer satisfaction can help a company determine what’s working well with its products, services and internal processes and what it could improve or change. Learning about customer satisfaction can help you improve your sales skills and provide stronger products and services to consumers.
A Comprehensive Review of Partial Shading Analysis in a Solar PV Array
Authors:   Electrical Engineering & K.D.K College of Engineering Nagpur, Bhaisare Sagar , Tete Sanket , Talware Vaishnavi , Weskade Payal
Published: March 2024

The global transition to sustainable energy sources has spotlighted the pivotal role of solar photovoltaic (PV) technology in mitigating environmental impacts and fostering a clean energy future. However, the efficiency and reliability of solar PV arrays are significantly affected by partial shading conditions, where specific portions of the array receive reduced sunlight. This paper presents a comprehensive review of the importance of analyzing solar PV arrays under partial shading conditions, exploring economic, technological, environmental, and regulatory dimensions. This review paper provides a holistic understanding of why the scrutiny of solar PV arrays under partial shading conditions is indispensable. By synthesizing existing knowledge, the paper aims to contribute to the ongoing discourse on the importance of this research domain, calling for continued exploration and innovation in the quest for a sustainable and efficient solar energy landscape Key Words: Introduction , Related work
COVID-19 Vaccine Breakthrough Infections Among Healthcare Workers in A Tertiary Care Hospital in Coastal Karnataka, India – A Prospective Cohort Study
Authors: Kumar S Nanjesh , Rao Amit Kumar , Thayil Lavannya Mary
Published: March 2024

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in significant mortality and morbidity globally. The introduction of various COVID-19 vaccines at record time generated hope among people and doubts and apprehension regarding their safety. The study was done to estimate the incidence of COVID-19 vaccine breakthrough infections among Health Care Workers working in a tertiary care hospital and evaluate the outcome of these infections.
Methods: A prospective Cohort study was conducted among 6342 healthcare workers in a tertiary care hospital having received at least one dose of any COVID-19 vaccine. They were followed up for COVID-19 vaccine breakthrough infection for one year by epidemiological investigations. Data on COVID-19-positive healthcare workers was obtained through personal interviews and case records.
Results: 490 (7.9%) developed COVID-19 vaccine breakthrough infection during the study period. The majority of them (96.7%) were asymptomatic, and 16 (3.3%) of them developed complications needing hospitalization with 2 deaths. A statistically significant association was found in sex, healthcare worker categories, co-morbidities, and Blood groups.
Conclusion: COVID-19 vaccination among healthcare workers reduces the incidence, severity, and complications of COVID-19 vaccine breakthrough infections. The risk of acquiring COVID-19 vaccine breakthrough infections was higher among males, partially vaccinated individuals, people with co-morbidities, and those involved in the regular care of COVID-19 patients. COVID-19-appropriate behaviour and receiving all the primary doses of vaccine will be instrumental in COVID-19 control.
How Tort Can Address Historical Injustice
Authors: Wentholt Niké , Immler Nicole L.
Published: March 2024

How Tort Can Address Historical Injustice

Recent years have seen an increase in civil litigation of cases of systemic and historical injustice in the Netherlands. Cases regarding war crimes, genocide and other human rights violations in the past and present have reached the Dutch civil courts through tort law. Meanwhile, scholarly disciplines have difficulty understanding the match between tort law and historical injustice cases, distracted by tort’s technicalities and alleged formality. This article provides an interdisciplinary analysis aiming to theoretically clarify the urgency and aspiration put on tort by the slavery justice movement: what potential does tort hold for addressing historical injustice, such as slavery? The article identifies ‘talking points’ between two compatible theories from the sociological and legal disciplines, transformative justice and civil recourse theory, illustrated with cases of systemic and historical injustice. It argues that despite difficulties, tort litigation can be a viable platform to address historical injustices such as colonial slavery. This impact is not dependent on a successful legal outcome: the process can foster agency through process, and participation through inclusion, as core characteristics of remedying historical injustice.
The Most Salient Legal Hurdle
Authors: Veraart Wouter
Published: March 2024

The Most Salient Legal Hurdle

In this article, a distinction is made between two approaches to the legal evaluation of colonial slavery. In the first one, the recognition of colonial slavery as a crime against humanity is limited to the ‘here and now’, muted and even deprived of its legal meaning. In the second approach, colonial slavery is seen as already violating important legal principles that were valid at the time. In this way, it opens the possibility to recognise colonial slavery as a legal crime. Accordingly, it is argued that only the second approach honours the personhood of the enslaved person, creates room for reparation and addresses a persistent contradiction within law itself.
The Figure of the Slave as an Ethical Paradigm in the Work of Agamben
Authors: De Boer Ype
Published: March 2024

The Figure of the Slave as an Ethical Paradigm in the Work of Agamben

There is an extensive history of reflections on the nature of slavery and the dehumanising politics surrounding it. Rarely, however, is the figure of the slave proposed as a paradigm for the good life. Yet this is precisely how it occurs in the later work of controversial Italian thinker Giorgio Agamben. This counter-intuitive approach has invited various types of criticism. This article argues that, although limited and historically deficient in its treatment of slavery, Agamben’s revaluation is nonetheless allied with the decolonial call for a new consciousness liberated of ‘colonial logics’ and a new relation to the environment. The radical intuition guiding Agamben is that, as long as we recognise in the slave only the figure of the abject and the dehumanised, we unwittingly value human life from the viewpoint of the master, which is one of the fundamental ‘errors’ that keeps systematic exclusion and institutional violence in place.
ANALISIS SALURAN DAN EFISIENSI PEMASARAN SAGU BASAH DI KELURAHAN JAYA KECAMATAN TELLUWANUA KOTA PALOPO
Authors: Sumantri Sumantri , Halik Hamja , Nuryanti Dewi
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pola saluran pemasaran sagu basah dan efisiensi pemasaran sagu basah. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di Kelurahan Jaya Kecamatan Tellu Wanua Kota Palopo pada bulan April – Mei 2022. Penentuan sampel pelaku industri pengolahan sagu ditentukan secara sengaja (purposive sampling), sedangkan penentuan sampel pedagang menggunakan teknik snowball sampling. Sampel dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 22 orang yang terdiri dari 13 orang pelaku industri dan 9 orang pedagang pengecer maupun pengumpul. Teknik pengumpulan data melalui observasi, wawancara, studi pustaka dan dokumentasi. Analisis data yang digunakan adalah analisis deskriptif, analisis margin pemasaran, farmer’s share, dan efisiensi pemasaran. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat tiga saluran pemasaran sagu basah di Kelurahan Jaya Kecamatan Telluwanua Kota Palopo. Marjin pemasaran paling besar pada saluran III yakni Rp1.750 per kg, sedangkan rasio keuntungan atas biaya pemasaran lebih besar dari 1 maka kegiatan usaha menguntungkan. Farmer’s share paling besar merupakan saluran I. Semua saluran pemasaran efisien karena nilai farmer’s share lebih besar dari 50%, berdasarkan analisis perbandingan farmer’s share dengan marjin pemasaran dimana FS>MP dan efisiensi pemasaran lebih kecil dari 50% (Eps<50%), sedangkan dari tiga saluran pemasaran yang paling efisien merupakan saluran I.
LIVED EXPERIENCES OF PUBLIC-SCHOOL TEACHERS DURING IN-PERSON CLASSES: BASIS FOR PROPOSED STRESS COPING PLAN
Authors: JALA JENELYN , Macalisang Denmark
Published: March 2024

The reintegration of in-person classes poses unique challenges for public-school teachers, whose experiences during this transitional period significantly contribute to the overall stress levels. Understanding the nuanced aspects of their lived experiences is crucial for developing an effective stress coping plan that addresses the specific needs and concerns arising from the recall of in-person classes. This study sought to determine the lived experiences of public-school teachers during the recall of in-person classes.  The study employed qualitative research design specifically the transcendental phenomenological approach and thematic analysis technique. The study found that public school teachers faced various challenges during in-person classes, including work overload problems, work struggles, students’ behavioral problems, and low literacy skill development. To cope with the stress caused by these challenges, teachers used differentiated instruction, and collaborative learning, and focused on their holistic wellness. A stress-coping plan has been proposed that involves developing effective teaching strategies, increasing parental engagement, and building personal and professional resilience. Promoting differentiated instruction and collaborative learning and supporting teachers’ personal and professional well-being will be taken into consideration to improve the educational experience of both teachers and students.
Pentingnya Pendidikan Bahasa Dalam Membangun Karakter Yang Berbudaya Di SMP PGRI 9 Sidoarjo
Authors: Tri Diantami  , Siwi Widura Yuwana  , Eni Nurhayati
Published: March 2024

This article aims to discuss in detail the importance of language education in building a cultured character at the PGRI 9 SIDOARJO Junior High School level. Language education has a very important role in shaping the character of students, especially during adolescence which is a crucial period in the formation of their personality. Language education at Junior High School PGRI 9 SIDOARJO provides opportunities for students to develop language skills, both in speaking, writing, reading and listening. Students learn grammar, vocabulary, and language skills needed in everyday life. Language education is also important in building a cultured character. Students are exposed to literary works that represent diverse cultural values, develop empathy, tolerance and understanding of cultural diversity. Language education teaches good communication ethics, respect for the opinions of others, courtesy, and honesty. Students learn to respect and understand the perspectives of others and communicate effectively by taking into account social and cultural contexts. Good language skills open doors for students to acquire new knowledge and access broader information. Language education provides a strong foundation for students in studying other subjects, developing interests and talents, and facing challenges in an increasingly global world of work. This article emphasizes the importance of language education in building cultured character at Junior High School PGRI 9 SIDOARJO. Language education improves language skills, understands culture, and develops inclusive, empathetic, and communicative characters
A Literature Study On The Implementation Of Merdeka Curriculum
Authors: Muhammad Rafi Zidan  , Zaitun Qamariah
Published: March 2024

The Indonesian education system has been changed over past few decades. There are several reason of these changes but the one most crucial aspect of these changes is the student and technology. Merdeka curriculum or also known as independent study is this modern era’s newest curriculum, as we know in this current world technology has been developed in the speed of light and it also affects students’ character toward studying and that’s why the Merdeka curriculum being made. The main purpose of this curriculum is to use tech as useful as possible and also to develop each unique ability that students. This article’s main purpose is to explain about format and implementation of the Merdeka curriculum in this modern era.
Sosialisasi Pencegahan Dan Penanganan Virus PMK Pada Ternak Di Desa Mojosari, Kecamatan Puger, Kabupaten Jember
Authors: Reski Dwi Okti  , Megawati Megawati , Alfianto Lucky , Affandi Mohammad Ilman , Angelin Namira Maulidya , Rhemahita Yeshua Renaldi Doma , Darmawan Raffio Rasta , Magfiroh Fatimatul , Mawarni Dian Iga , Ningrum Ayu Eka Setia , Hutama Pandu  Satriya
Published: March 2024

Mojosari merupakan salah satu desa yang berada di Kecamatan Puger dan sebagian masyarakatnya berprofesi sebagai petani. Potensi yang berada di Desa Mojosari berupa Sektor Pertanian, yang sebagian besar menanam tanaman semangka. Selain itu masyarakat Mojosari juga sebagian besar memiliki ternak sapi. Permasalahan yang terjadi pada Desa Mojosari saat ini yaitu mengenai wabah virus Penyakit Mulut dan Kuku (PMK), dimana virus ini menyerang hewan ternak seperti Sapi, Kambing dan Kerbau milik warga yang memungkinkan untuk terjangkit virus dan menyebabkan kematian pada hewan ternak. Tujuan dari kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah untuk meningkatkan keterampilan masyarakat dalam mencegah dan menangani penyebaran virus PMK pada hewan ternak di Desa Mojosari. Pelaksanaan kegiatan melalui KKN-Kolaboratif ini dilakukan dengan memberikan sosialisasi pada masyarakat mengenai pencegahan dan penanganan virus PMK pada hewan ternak di Desa Mojosari, Kecamatan Puger, Kabupaten Jember. Hasil pengabdian yang dilakukan berupa masyarakat mampu memahami dan menerapkan langkah atau cara mencegah dan menangani persebaran virus PMK pada hewan ternak yang dipelihara.
Application Of Game Theory In Determining Optimum Marketing Strategy In Marketplace
Authors: Intan Permata  , Esther Sorta Mauli Nababan
Published: March 2024

The trend of shopping in society is getting shifted, marked by the presence of the growing marketplaces and e-commerce. There are so many choices of marketplaces that can be easily accessed by the society. By the marketplaces vary, there would be many things to prepare by every marketplace to win the competition and always maintain the existence. Therefore, they must think and use the effective marketing strategy. The game theory is one of the ways that can be used to analyze the marketing strategy. The game theory is a mathematics model used in a conflict or competition among various interests that meet each other as competitors. Basically, the theory is a study of strategy interaction among the players to determine the best strategy and the obtained score. One of basic elements of the game theory is solving every case of the game theory where the pay-off matrix is shown in a game matrix table. The data of game between Shopee and Tokopedia obtained the optimum score which was 2.4443. Shopee and Bukalapak obtained the optimum score which was 6. Meanwhile, Tokopedia and Bukalapak obtained the optimum score which was 8.9925. In the Shopee, Tokopedia, and Bukalapak competition, the Nash equilibrium point is located at the point ()  with a pay off value (64,56,43), Shopee with a discount voucher strategy (), Tokopedia with a Product strategy (), and Bukalapak with a promotion strategy () which is the optimal strategy for each player.
El impacto de los juegos epistémicos para aprender sobre naturaleza de la ciencia en primaria
Authors: Manassero-Mas María-Antonia , Vázquez-Alonso Ángel
Published: March 2024

Varios maestros de primaria enseñan aspectos básicos de naturaleza de la ciencia a su alumnado mediante cuatro juegos epistémicos, aplicando una pedagogía explícita, reflexiva y destrezas de pensamiento científico. Los objetivos son la aceptación y apropiación por parte del profesorado de los materiales didácticos, la participación del alumnado y un análisis exploratorio del impacto en el aprendizaje de este último. En este artículo se presentan los materiales didácticos, los instrumentos y los procedimientos de esta innovación. Los resultados indican una buena aceptación de los juegos por parte del profesorado, excelente motivación del alumnado y una mejora moderada de la imagen de la ciencia, con un mayor impacto en las chicas participantes. Finalmente, se discute la viabilidad de esta innovación, sus consecuencias para mejorar la educación científica en primaria, las limitaciones del estudio y su potencial prospectivo.