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Motives Behind University Students’ Enrolment in the Co-operative Programs in Tanzania
Authors: Manumbu Lawrence Odax
Published: June 2024

This study explored cooperative education's dynamics at the Moshi Co-operative University in Tanzania, aiming to establish factors influencing students' enrolment in cooperative programs amidst challenges faced by Tanzanian cooperative societies. Utilizing Dweck's Goal Orientation Approach, the study employed a qualitative single-case design, involving 50 students selected through purposive sampling to ensure a diverse representation of perspectives and experiences. Data collection methods include semi-structured interviews and documentary reviews, facilitating insights into participants' motivations, experiences, and the contextual factors guiding their decisions. Thematic analysis guided by Dweck's approach ensured a systematic examination of the data, revealing the influential roles of parents, friends, teachers, family and role models in students' program choices. Emphasis is appears on the significance of employment opportunities and program relevance in shaping students' decisions. The study concludes that influential factors in students' enrolment include parental, peer, teacher, family and role model factors, emphasizing the significance of employment opportunities and program relevance. To strengthen cooperative education at MoCU, the study recommends collaborative initiatives, program diversification, improved career guidance, continuous professional development, systematic program evaluation, policy refinement and longitudinal impact assessments.
Factors Responsible for Pupils’ Low Academic Performance in Abura-Asebu-Kwamankese District, Ghana
Authors: Opoku Ernest , Manu Agyapong Emmanuel , Dzirasah Christiana
Published: June 2024

This study dealt with factors responsible for pupils’ low academic performance in Ubura-asebu-Kwamankese District in Ghana, using the study employed the descriptive survey design. The study selected twelve basic schools with low performance as sample. The sample size included 12 head teachers, 96 teachers and 36 parents. The study used both a questionnaire and interview schedule to collect data. Descriptive statistics analyzed the quantitative data while the qualitative data took place thematically. The study established that numerous factors affected students' academic achievement. These include elements from home and school environments and concerns relating to teachers. Parents' level of education, family structure and socioeconomic status are important factors in determining pupils’ performance. Particularly, class size and teachers’ motivation played significant roles in the teaching and learning process. There is a need for stakeholders’ cooperation to strengthen pupils’ learning environments for pupils to realize expected performance. Parents should enhance their children's education by fostering conducive environments at home. Furthermore, parents should maintain frequent interaction with teachers to establish the progress of their children at school and provide appropriate support in collaboration with teachers. The district needs to employ additional teachers to reduce chances for large class sizes. Finally, circuit supervisors should enhance their oversight to ensure strict adherence to instructional practices and educational standards.
Challenges Experienced in Inclusive Education among Secondary Schools in Temeke District, Tanzania
Authors: Losioki Bertha , Ngowoko Christer
Published: June 2024

This study investigated about challenges experienced in inclusive education among secondary schools in Temeke District, Tanzania. The study used the triangulation research design, where data emerged from an interview schedule, a questionnaire and the observation schedule. The analysis of quantitative data involved the use of frequencies and bar charts. The analysis of qualitative data followed the content analysis procedures. The researchers merged common themes to answer respective problem in the study. The study concludes that the schools in the study area experienced diverse challenges in implementing the inclusive education. Based on the findings, the study recommended that the Ministry of Education Science and Technology, in collaboration with education stakeholders and community members, should ensure availability of supporting devices such as hearing aids, Braille, wheel chairs and white canes for special needs learners. Furthermore, there is a need for teachers’ training for improved teaching and learning outcomes in the inclusive environment.
Trends in Communication Strategies through Traditional Medicine: Responding to the COVID-19 Pandemic in Tanzania
Authors: S. Nyinondi Onesmo
Published: June 2024

This study sought to establish trends in communication strategies through traditional medicine in Tanzania. The study employed the descriptive content analysis design as it was crucial for gaining insights into how language and communication strategies impact the utilization of traditional medicine in the context of COVID-19 management in Tanzania. The study involved a comprehensive documentary review of COVID-19 communication materials used in Tanzania to establish how language and communication strategies impact the utilization of traditional medicine in the context of COVID-19 management in Tanzania. Data was analyzed through the qualitative content analysis approach.The study concludes that COVID-19 communication materials made commendable efforts to reach the diverse linguistic communities in Tanzania, taking into account the country's linguistic diversity. Kiswahili and English emerged as the dominant languages, which aligns with the linguistic distribution of the population. This approach promotes inclusivity and ensures access to information. The materials demonstrated effective translation and interpretation, highlighting a commitment to accurate translation and cultural sensitivity. It is advisable to incorporate multiple languages, including local languages, to make the campaigns more accessible and relatable to linguistically diverse communities in Tanzania. Secondly, it is imperative to maintain clear communication strategies that empower individuals with varying levels of health literacy. Furthermore, when discussing traditional remedies, adopting an objective approach and stressing the significance of consulting healthcare providers for well-informed decision-making is essential. Moreover, the strategic use of visual elements should be employed to ensure a consistent and well-structured presentation of crucial information.
A socio-linguistics Analysis of Semantic Changes in Sukuma Loanwords from Kiswahili Language
Authors: Simo Chipanda
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this paper is to account for the semantic changes of Swahili loanwords in Kisukuma language. The reason behind this analysis is that the existing studies have touched this topic not deeply, hence offering curtailed explanations of the phenomenon. Cognitive Grammar and Assimilation theory were used as the basis of analysis in the study. The former assumes that lexemes are not stable, thus they can have both core and peripheral senses while the latter assumes that the two different elements tend to get assimilated into the related elements. The study used a case study design whereby Sukuma language was the case. Four Sukuma informants from Ngudu District in Mwanza Region, Tanzania were selected purposively as they speak Kisukuma fluently. Then, fifty Swahili lexemes loaned to Kisukuma were collected. Semi-structured interviews, observations, introspection and critical documentary analysis were used as instruments for data. The study revealed that the Swahili loanwords in Kisukuma have undergone semantic changes technically known as generalization, specialization and shifting. Based on the findings, the study provided certain conclusions and corresponding recommendations.
Perceptions of Students and School Workers on Nurturing Programs in Selected Adventist Secondary Schools in Tanzania
Authors: Dioniz Magere Devotha , Allida Daniel , Ojwan’g Millicent
Published: June 2024

This study investigated perceptions of school staff and students on nurturing programs in three Adventist secondary schools in the Sothern Tanzania. A self-devised questionnaire was used to collect data from 284 students and 57 school staff. Data analysis involved frequencies, percentages, mean scores and standard deviations. Out of the findings, the study concluded that both school staff and students had positive perceptions on most of the programs designed in the Adventist Schools. However, both staff and students had negative perceptions on spiritual nurture programs through the use of social media, websites and of outreach program for spiritual development. Based on the findings, administrators in the Adventist schools need to ensure creativity and technological innovations for spiritual, social and character development programs to be more effective. This can be attained by designing active school websites, blogs and online televisions where all spiritual, social and character development programs and activities can be visible.
Discipleship in History with Implications in the Training of Contemporary Young Disciples for Mission
Authors: Pacoto Okeny Paskwale
Published: June 2024

This paper addresses discipleship in history with implication in the training of young people for mission in the contemporary time. The paper surveys literature in both the Old and New Testament time, picking useful experiences that can inspire the training and involvement of young people today in mission. Based on findings in this paper, the researcher recommends that involvement of young people in God’s mission is a necessity in the contemporary times. When trained, young people can do great thing for God as seen in the history of the Old and New Testament times. Therefore, there is a serious need of getting young people involved in God’s mission in the contemporary time both in local churches and in higher organizations of the church.
Leadership Trends and Implications towards Development of the Adventist Church in South Sudan
Authors: Igga Mona Odolopre Mark
Published: June 2024

This study investigated leadership trends and implications toward development of the Adventist Church in South Sudan, using the descriptive design. Sources of data were interviews and documents. Twenty-five church leaders, pastors and members participated in the study. Data was analyzed through the thematic approach. The study revealed that the establishment of the Adventist church in South Sudan was influenced by dedicated missionaries like Daudi Ogillo from Tanzania and Gerald Whitehouse from the United States of America. Besides planting churches, these leaders established humanitarian and medical services which propelled the development of the church. The leaders experienced communication challenges and religious restrictions as major challenges. Indigenous leaders followed the footsteps of the non-indigenous leaders by applying the principles of servant and spiritual leadership. As a result, church membership has increased and 41 pastors have received ministerial ordination. Other developments include professional development of church workers and establishment of 34 primary schools. The study recommends that the current church leadership continues working sacrificially to foster the church growth and development. The leaders should take advantage of the improved conditions to accelerate the church growth. The leadership should prioritize church employees’ professional development and church members’ self-reliance through regular training.
РОЛЬ ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОГО ПОДСТРЕКАТЕЛЬСТВА В ПРЕДУПРЕЖДЕНИИ ПРЕСТУПЛЕНИЙ
Authors:   MOSCOW CITY UNIVERSITY, Федоровна Минязева Татьяна
Published: June 2024

В статье рассматриваются проблемы ответствен- ности за интеллектуальное подстрекательство на примере норм УК РФ о призывах. отмечается их противоречивое содержание и конкуренция с институтами соучастия в преступлении и нео- конченного преступления. Вносятся рекомендации по изменению подходов к формированию норм об уголовной ответственности за интеллектуальное подстрекательство.
ADULTERY – FROM SERIOUS CRIMINAL OFFENSE TO DECRIMINALIZATION
Authors: Janković Sretko
Published: June 2024

Adultery, which is defined in the most general sense as sexual ac- tivity between persons, one of whom is married to another person, has long been considered a serious crime. In an effort to protect marriage and the family, the social community has considered adultery as a very serious crime since ancient times, especially if it was committed by a married woman. The laws often prescribed the death penalty for adultery, but from the 18th and 19th centuries adultery began to be viewed differently, the punishments for adultery became milder, and requests for the decriminalization of adultery became more frequent. Today, in most countries, adultery is not considered a criminal act, but a moral offense, but there are also a number of countries where adultery is sanctioned even with the death penalty. The paper analyzes the concept of adultery, how adultery has been punished throughout history, what are the consequences of adultery, and finally, how adul- tery was decriminalized in most countries. In a separate chapter, the punishment of adultery in Serbia was considered, up to its decrimi- nalization. After many centuries and the suffering of a large number of women due to this controversial criminal act, it was learned that strict measures of criminal legal protection are not a suitable means of suppressing certain negative social phenomena.
The Importance of Digital Marketing Integration in Strategic Management Planning
Authors: Saputra Argian
Published: June 2024

This study discusses the importance of digital marketing integration in the company's strategic management plan. Digital marketing has become a key factor in achieving business goals in the increasingly interconnected digital era. The formulated problems include understanding of digital marketing and its integration benefits, challenges in adopting digital marketing, and the role of technology and data analysis in supporting digital marketing integration and accurately measuring campaign effectiveness. In the context of understanding digital marketing, this research outlines the definition and role of digital marketing in the overall marketing strategy. Digital marketing integration opens opportunities to target markets more precisely, enhance customer engagement, and optimize customer experiences. Challenges include technical constraints, changes in organizational culture, and a lack of understanding of digital technology. To overcome these challenges, companies need to invest in resources, gain support from top management levels, and prioritize a data-driven approach in decision-making. The role of technology and data analysis is pivotal in supporting digital marketing integration. Companies should leverage data analytics technology and marketing automation to understand customer behavior, identify market trends, and deliver relevant messages automatically. Data analysis also aids in measuring campaign performance and calculating ROI, enabling companies to allocate marketing budgets effectively. In conclusion, digital marketing integration is not just a choice but a necessity for companies to remain relevant and competitive in an increasingly digital business era. By confronting challenges and optimizing the role of technology, companies can achieve competitive advantage, enhance marketing efficiency, and attain long-term success. A data-driven approach and the utilization of data analysis technology will be key for companies to achieve desired business goals.
Modifikasi Kostum Karakter Odille Dalam Balet Swan Lake Untuk Busana Pesta Malam Model Kamisol
Authors: Amalia Husna , Wiana Winwin
Published: June 2024

Swan lake merupakan cerita rakyat yang berasal dari Rusia yang kemudian diangkat menjadi plot dalam pementasan balet. Swan lake menceritakan tentang kisah putri Odette yang dikutuk menjadi angsa oleh penyihir jahat. Salah satu karakter dalam cerita ini adalah Odille. Odille merupakan putri dari penyihir jahat yang disihir menyerupai Odette untuk mengelabui pangeran. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk memodifikasi busana yang dikenakan oleh Odille dalam pementasan balet sebagai inspirasi busana pesta malam model kamisol. Penelitian ini memggunakan metode pentembangan ADDIE. Berdasarkan hasil uji validasi produk busana pesta malam dengan sumber ide karakter Odille dalam Balet Swan Lake memiliki kualifikasi baik dengan tingkat pencapaian 80%. Kesimpulan penelitian ini menemukan bahwa proses terbentuknya modifikasi gaun karakter Odille dalam balet swan lake untuk busana pesta malam model kamisol mengguanakan langkah-langkah pengembangan model ADDIE dimana langkah-langkah tersebut terdiri dari analisis (analiysis), perancangan (design), pengembangan (development), implementasi (implementation), dan evaluasi (evaluation).
The Influence of Digital Media on Creative Writing
Authors: Suryadi Fidela Shaumi , Suswanto Deni
Published: June 2024

This study examines the impact of digital media on creative writing practices. Through a review of existing literature and analysis of relevant case studies, the study explores how digital platforms such as online blogs, social media, and interactive storytelling websites have reshaped the creative writing landscape. The findings reveal that digital media offer writers new tools and opportunities for experimentation, including multimedia elements and real-time audience engagement. However, challenges such as digital literacy and concerns about content authenticity also emerge. Overall, digital media have both positive and negative influences on creative writing, highlighting the need for further research and adaptation in the evolving digital environment.
Intention To Buy Products with Environmentally Friendly Packaging in Jakarta, Indonesia
Authors: Kevin Aloisius , Budiman Feris Julian , Putra Harsha Prathama , Suhargo Thea Amelia , Prasetyawati Tri Dewanti Kusumadewi
Published: June 2024

The objective of this study is to ascertain the elements influencing consumers' inclination to buy goods packaged in environmentally sustainable materials. The factors are consumers’ attitudes towards purchase behaviors, the influence of social factors, effectiveness perception, self-image considerations, community sense, quality of eco-friendly packaging, products with eco-friendly packaging pricing, and environmental knowledge. This research is conducted to complement the discoveries of the preceding research, with the distinction that this study is carried out in Indonesia. Primary data was obtained by conducting a direct survey with a sample size of 393 respondents using convenience sampling methods. This research is measured through scale variables, and is being analyzed with Cronbach Alpha, factor analysis, and other tools to identify the most influential factors to the least one which will be input into the regression model. The findings are that there are seven factors that impacting consumers' intention to purchase in Jakarta, which are the attitude of consumers toward purchasing behaviors, effectiveness perception, the pricing of products with eco-friendly packaging, community sense, self-image considerations, eco-friendly packaging quality, and environmental knowledge.
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND FAKE NEWS QUOTIENT OF BPE STUDENTS
Authors: Potenciando Marmee Rochelle Malinao , Cabalquinto Ron Danelle , Duliguez Evander , Labarca Rollen Joie
Published: June 2024

This descriptive correlational design study aimed to describe the significant relationship between emotional intelligence and the fake news quotient of BPE students. The results from 200 BPE students from the College of Teacher Education of the University of Mindanao revealed the following: the level of emotional intelligence was high; the level of fake news quotient was high; when correlated, there is a significant and moderate positive relationship among the variables. This implies that emotional intelligence could moderately affect the fake news quotient of BPE students, where emotional intelligence will allow them to determine fake news. However, having an average level of emotional intelligence will not only be the factor that influences the determination of fake news. Thus, determining the students' emotional intelligence level provides insight to teachers on how emotional intelligence may affect the fake news quotient of BPE students.
 

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Innovación, un factor clave para la supervivencia y crecimiento de las micro y pequeñas empresas.
Authors: Navarrete Fernández Angel Custodio , Sandoval López Sol Karina
Published: June 2024

Los resultados y las conclusiones de este estudio aportan información valiosa para los directores de las micro y pequeñas empresas (mypes) de San Juan del Río, Querétaro. El objetivo del presente estudio es analizar hasta qué grado la innovación representa una ventaja competitiva en las mypes del municipio de San Juan del Río, Querétaro. Se aplicaron de manera aleatoria 582 cuestionarios a los directivos de las mypes. Los hallazgos revelan que la capacidad de innovar no sólo mejora el desempeño de estas empresas, sino que también les otorga una ventaja competitiva en un entorno empresarial cada vez más desafiante.
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Results and conclusions of this study contribute valuable information to micro and small enterprise (MSE) directors in San Juan del Río, Querétaro. The aim of this research is to analyze to what degree innovation represents a competitive advantage in MSEs within the municipality of San Juan del Rio, Queretaro. 582 questionnaires were applied randomly to MSE directors. Findings revealed that the capacity for innovation not only improved these companies’ performance, but also gave them a competitive advantage in an increasingly challenging business environment.
El director como factor de permanencia en las mypes.
Authors: Muñoz Rivera Rosa María , López Hernández Alma Delia , Ortiz Cordero Gabriela , Téllez Vázquez Christiane Aldair
Published: June 2024

Con el presente estudio se busca identificar si las características del director y su comportamiento directivo presentan relación con el tiempo de permanencia en el mercado de las mypes de Mineral de la Reforma, México. Con un enfoque cuantitativo correlacional transeccional, se aplicó de manera aleatoria a 871 directores de mypes de Mineral de la Reforma un cuestionario combinado con escala Likert de cinco puntos, que forma parte de los instrumentos de recopilación de datos diseñados para las investigaciones de la RELAYN 2023 (Peña y Aguilar, 2023). Se realizó una regresión multivariada para detectar la relación de los factores: (X1) comportamiento directivo, (X2) nivel de estudio, (X3) responsabilidad familiar y (X4) edad, con la variable (Y) de tiempo de vida de la empresa. Los resultados indican que esta relación en conjunto es débil; aunque las variables edad y nivel de estudios influyen pero de forma limitada. Como conclusión se evidencia la complejidad implícita para la permanencia de una empresa en el mercado y la necesidad de abordar otros múltiples factores no controlables. La insuficiencia de la teoría sobre gestión estratégica precisa mayor exploración sobre el perfil del director como factor de competitividad de su empresa.
La experiencia docente. El punto nodal de la formación desde la práctica.
Authors: Flores Bobadilla Alejandro , Segura García David , Dominguez Jiménez José Arturo
Published: June 2024

La presente investigación busca explicar las relaciones entre la acción pedagógica, la reflexión y la experiencia como el mecanismo de estructuración y reestructuración del normalista durante el proceso de prácticas profesionales en las distintas escuelas secundarias. Para tal efecto, se realizaron entrevistas durante y después de las jornadas de práctica. Damos cuenta de que los resultados obtenidos asientan que la acción pedagógica está inserta en la perspectiva de la racionalidad instrumental, que la reflexión es eminentemente empírica y que la experiencia se traduce en acumulación de conocimientos.
Abstract
This investigation attempts to explain the relationship between pedagogical action, reflection, and experience as the mechanism of structuring and restructuring the teacher trainee while performing their professional practice process within different middle schools. To do so interviews were conducted during and after their practice sessions. We found that pedagogical action is embedded in the perspective of instrumental rationality, that reflection is eminently empirical, and that experience translates to an accumulation of knowledge.
Uso de recursos educativos abiertos y su relación con el desempeño académico en estudiantes de educación superior.
Authors: Martínez Ramírez Yobani , Ramírez Noriega Alan David , Castillo Gámez Juan Pablo , Montes Santiago Reyna Elisa
Published: June 2024

Los recursos educativos abiertos (REA) han sido diseñados para la enseñanza y el aprendizaje. Con la pandemia, incrementó su importancia y su expansión en las instituciones de educación superior (IES). Sin embargo, de acuerdo con diversos estudios, aún no es claro su impacto positivo en el desempeño académico de estudiantes, sobre todo en las áreas de conocimiento, donde existe mayor índice de reprobación, como es el área matemática. En este trabajo, se explora el caso de estudio de un grupo de estudiantes (experimental) que utiliza REA y un grupo de estudiantes (control) que emplea recursos educativos comerciales (REC) en la Facultad de Ingeniería Mochis de la Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa (FIM-UAS). La evaluación del desempeño académico indica que: 1) 85% de los estudiantes que adoptó REA aprobaron, y 2) 65% de los estudiantes que utilizó REC aprobaron. Por otra parte, la prueba estadística t de Student con un valor p = 0.136 arroja que no existe una diferencia significativa entre las medias del desempeño académico, por lo que el resultado no es posible generalizarlo. En ese sentido, se abre un área de oportunidad para realizar más estudios en esta línea, donde se involucra el área matemática.
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The use of open educational resources (OER) has been designed for teaching and learning purposes. During the pandemic, its importance and expansion within institutions of higher education has increased. However, according to various studies, the positive impact of OERs on student’s academic performance remains unclear, especially in knowledge areas with higher failure rates, such as mathematics. In this study, we explore the case of a group of students (experimental) using OERsand compare them with a control group that uses commercial educational resources (CERs) at the Faculty of Engineering Mochis at the Autonomous University of Sinaloa (FIM- Facultad de Ingeniería Mochis and UAS- Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa). The evaluation of academic performance indicates the following: 85% of students who adopted OERs achieved a passing grade, 65% of students who used CERs achieved a passing grade.However, a Student t-test with a p-value of 0.136 indicates that there is no statistically significant difference between the means of academic performance. Therefore, the results cannot be conclusively generalized. Thus, an area of opportunity opens to carry out further research along these lines, particularly focusing in the area of mathematics.
Diagnosis of Stroke and Diabetes Mellitus With Classification Techniques Using Decision Tree Method
Authors: Pratama Mudafiq Riyan , Suryana Arinda Lironika , Alfiansyah Gamasiano , Olivia Zora , Nurmawati Ida , Destarianto Prawidya
Published: June 2024

: Stroke is a cerebral vascular disease characterized by the death of brain tissue that occurs due to reduced blood and oxygen flow to the brain. Ischemic stroke is associated with diabetes mellitus, therefore it is important to identify the risk factors that cause stroke and DM by diagnostic cause of the disease. This study aimed to classify and compare accuracy tests on medical record data sets for stroke and DM. This study analyzed the diagnosis of stroke and DM using Decision Tree. The risk factors consisted of gender, age, blood pressure, nutritional status, smoking, history of DM, and history of hypertension. The results of the analysis using the Decision Tree method showed that the accuracy rate was 86.67%, which means that the modeling has a good level of correctness of the prediction results. We conclude that the Decision Tree method was an accurate method for detecting stroke and DM.
The Predictive Ability of U.S. Stock Market Skewness on Indonesian Stock Market Returns
Authors:   Universitas Muhammadiyah Kendari, Indonesia, Maksar Muhammad Sofian , Firdani Winda Sari ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Kendari, Indonesia, Rabbani Inayah Abdillah ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Kendari, Indonesia, Swastika Yuan ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Kendari, Indonesia, Laksono Rifqi Cipto ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Kendari, Indonesia
Published: June 2024

The three-moment capital asset pricing model (three-moment CAPM) suggests that the expected excess return on stocks should include compensation for skewness risk. This study aims to investigate the ability of U.S. stock market skewness to predict Indonesian stock market returns. The data used in this research includes the S&P500 Index, JCI, JII, and LQ45 from January 2001 to December 2022. The results of this study indicate that U.S. stock market skewness can predict future excess returns of the Indonesian stock market. Additionally, when the estimation model incorporates alternative variables from both the U.S. and Indonesian stock markets, the predictive ability of U.S. stock market skewness remains significant and outperforms these alternative variables. The findings of this research can be used as a strategy for investors when trading in the Indonesian stock market. When the skewness of the U.S. stock market increases, the return of the Indonesian stock market is expected to decrease in the following month.
Analysis of Factors Influencing Technology Mastery in Technopreneur SMES in Malang: Innovation Creativity, Resilience, and Social Networking
Authors:   Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis Program Studi Manajemen , Universitas Merdeka Malang, Terusan Raya Dieng 62-64 Malang 65146, Malang, Indonesia, Nurwijayanto Putra Ramadhani , Supanto Fajar ,   Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis Program Studi Manajemen , Universitas Merdeka Malang, Terusan Raya Dieng 62-64 Malang 65146, Malang, Indonesia, Setyawati Dyah ,   Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis Program Studi Manajemen , Universitas Merdeka Malang, Terusan Raya Dieng 62-64 Malang 65146, Malang, Indonesia, Dharmawan Muhammad Mahendra ,   Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis Program Studi Manajemen , Universitas Merdeka Malang, Terusan Raya Dieng 62-64 Malang 65146, Malang, Indonesia
Published: June 2024

Digital technology is indispensable for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in today's landscape. In Malang, East Java, a city renowned for its thriving MSMEs, particularly in the creative industry, the Malang Creative Center serves as a key hub. This research explores the relationship between creativity, innovation, resilience, social networking, and technology mastery in MSMEs, with a focus on technopreneurship in Malang. Through a quantitative approach, researchers collected data via structured questionnaires distributed among technopreneur MSME owners in Malang. The analysis reveals that creativity, innovation, and social networking significantly influence the level of technology mastery in MSMEs with a technopreneurship orientation. The fusion of creativity and innovation enhances MSMEs' capacity to adopt technology. Moreover, social networking has a positive impact on technology mastery, facilitating information and knowledge exchange related to technological innovation. This study underscores the critical roles of resilience and social networking in enhancing technology mastery within MSMEs, particularly those focused on technopreneurship. The practical implication involves implementing programs that boost MSME resilience and encourage the formation of supportive social networks, fostering knowledge exchange about technological innovation. These measures are crucial for helping MSMEs navigate technological changes, expand their markets, and harness innovative potential in the digital era.
The Influence of Quality of Tourism Services and Products on Loyalty through Tourist Satisfaction at Selomangleng Cave Tourism, Kediri City
Authors:   University of Merdeka Malang, Indonesia, Ramadhan Syahril Wahyu , Roedjinandari Nanny ,   University of Merdeka Malang, Indonesia, Natsir Mokh. ,   University of Merdeka Malang, Indonesia
Published: June 2024

This research is entitled The Influence of Service Quality and Tourism Products on Loyalty through Tourist Satisfaction in the Selomangleng Cave Tourism, Kediri City, which aims to describe the influence of service quality, tourism products, tourist satisfaction and tourist loyalty in the Selomangleng Cave Tourism, Kediri City, analyzing the quality of services and tourism products. on tourist satisfaction, analyzing the quality of tourism services and products on tourist loyalty, analyzing tourist satisfaction on loyalty, and analyzing the influence of the quality of tourism services and products on loyalty through tourist satisfaction at Selomangleng Cave, Kediri City. The sample in this study was 89 tourists who visited the tourist attraction. Selomangleng Cave. The analysis technique uses path analysis. The results of the analysis show that the quality of tourism services and products has an influence on tourist satisfaction, this means that the quality of tourism services and products is getting better and developing, which has an impact on tourist satisfaction. The quality of tourism services and products influences loyalty, which means that the better the quality of tourism services and products offered will influence tourists to be loyal to tourist destinations. Tourist satisfaction influences tourist loyalty, which means that better tourist satisfaction will influence the level of tourist loyalty. The quality of tourism services and products affects loyalty through tourist satisfaction, which means that loyalty can be increased if the quality of tourism services and products is good, this will create a higher level of tourist satisfaction and have an impact on tourist visits and loyalty.
Exchange Rate Volatility and Economic Growth in Eurozone Markets
Authors: Robbani Mohammad
Published: June 2024

Abstract
Firms involved in foreign trade (exports and imports) are generally sensitive to fluctuations in the exchange rates and carefully take it into consideration while planning their future trading. In this paper, we study the inter-relationship between exchange rate volatility and economic growth in the Eurozone markets. Specifically, we study how volatility of a country’s foreign currency exchange rate affects economic development. For an economy that is heavily dependent on foreign trade, its overall economic productivity may be affected by fluctuation of its currency with the currencies of the trading partners. We investigate this relationship between the GDP growth rates of twenty Eurozone countries with the exchange rate volatility of thirteen developed countries. Our results indicate that GDP growth rates of most of the Eurozone countries are generally affected by exchange rate volatility of its trading partners. Most of these impacts are negative indicating that the GDP growth rates of the Eurozone countries decline with the volatility of the exchange rates of trading partners. The result is consistent with the findings of previous literature in this area. Our findings are important for the policymakers to consider in planning the management of their currencies to minimize the negative effect of exchange rate volatility.
Measuring community disaster resilience in Southern Punjab: a study of 2022 floods in Pakistan
Authors: Aleha Anum , Zahra Syeda Mahwish , Memon Abdul Waheed , Mahar Waqas Ahmed
Published: June 2024

Pakistan only contributes 1% of the global greenhouse gas emissions. The country’s substantial vulnerability to the effects of climate change was highlighted during the 2022 floods. One-third of the country was underwater, 33 million people were affected, and 8 million were displaced. The destruction caused by the 2010 floods is dwarfed by the disaster's scale in Pakistan.  This study discusses the rehabilitation and recovery goals of the affected area, along with additional mitigating strategies. This can be done through resilient and sustainable repairing and upgrading the physical infrastructure. An analysis was done to estimate how resilient this target community is to disaster. Data collection and analysis techniques of the research were adopted. The resilience of the community to disasters was investigated using the Assessment of Resistance of Communities to Natural Disasters (ARC-D) toolkit created by GOAL International. The affected Southern Punjab region was selected, and qualitative and quantitative techniques were employed. Using the toolbox, a structured survey form was created. The findings showed that communities were unaware of their risks and problems and were not provided with the necessary plans and solutions. Specific tools and methods are required to measure the resilience of various communities and social activist groups.
Exploring Eye Tracking Technology in Ophthalmology
Authors:   68 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital Yaba, Okeke Okef Stephen
Published: June 2024

The eye is the window to the body and soul as the functional use of the eyes affect what we see and do. It affects how we receive, process and transmit information from the visual world. Eye tracking technology enables the detection, measurement and monitoring of eye position and movement inorder to detect normal and/or abnormal human behavior.
Therapeutic Effect of Topical Pilocarpine in Presbyopia Treatment
Authors:   Ophthalmology Resident, Tishreen University Hospital, Latakia, Syria, Qasem Ahmed , Rajab Mahmoud ,   Professor & Head of the Ophthalmic Department, Faculty of Medicine, Tishreen Univer-sity, Latakia, Syria
Published: June 2024

Purpose: To evaluate the safety, efficacy, and patient satisfaction during the application of low-dose Pilocarpine 1.25% as a treatment option in presbyopia. Study Type: A Prospective Interventional Clinical Trial. Materials and Methods: 120 patients with presbyopia were enrolled in this study, patients ages were between 40 and 55 years. A full history was taken and a detailed ocular examination was done. Measurements of refractive errors, uncorrected distant visual acuity (UCDVA), uncorrected near visual acuity (UCNVA), intraocular pressure, and pupil diameter and iris color assessment were performed before the enrollment and after half an hour, an hour, and three hours from the installation of topical pilocarpine 1.25%. Pilocarpine 1.25% drops were given for a month at a rate of one drop in the morning. Finally, a questionnaire was taken about the extent of satisfaction and reported side effects of the treatment. Results: Our study shows that the application of pilocarpine improved the average UCNVA from J3-J7 to J1-J2 with statistically significant differences (p=0.0001). A slight decrease in the mean UCDVA from 0.7-1.0 to 0.6-0.9 was noticed without statistically significant differences (p=0.09), and a decrease in intraocular pressure with statistically significant differences (p=0.01) was recorded. The self-assessment showed safety and patients were relatively satisfied when using the treatment. Conclusion: The application of low-dose pilocarpine 1.25% drops in a daily dose for the treatment of presbyopia is safe and improves near visual acuity, without a statistically significant effect on uncorrected distant visual acuity, while maintaining its efficacy during the month of the study
Effect of Isotretinoin Treatment on Tear-Film Status and Ocular Surface Disease Index Score in Patients with Acne Vulgaris
Authors:   Ophthalmology Resident, Tishreen University Hospital, Latakia, Syria, AbuSeif Nouraldeen , Rajab Mahmoud ,   Professor & Head of the Ophthalmic Department, Faculty of Medicine, Tishreen University, Latakia, Syria
Published: June 2024

Purpose: To determine tear film stability, tear secretion, volume, and dry eye symptoms according to the duration of isotretinoin use in treating acne vulgaris. Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional comparison study, dry eye measurements were taken for 60 participants from patients who were diagnosed with acne vulgaris and were treated with isotretinoin from the dermatology clinic at Tishreen University Hospital-Lattakia during the period 2022-2023. The sample was examined before using isotretinoin, after a month and a half, and after three months. The sample underwent eye examinations that included the Schirmer 1 test, a tear film break-up time (BUT) examination using a slit lamp device, and Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI). Results: We noticed an increase in the intensity of dry eye as the duration of use increased, with statistically significant differences regarding the mean values of the tear film breakdown time (BUT) test, as it became less with the increase in the duration of isotretinoin (p=0.0001). The OSDI also showed an increase in the intensity of dryness as the duration of isotretinoin use increased, with statistically significant differences (p=0.0001). The Schirmer1 decreased as the duration of isotretinoin increased, with statistically insignificant differences regarding the mean values of the Schirmer1 test, as it became less as the duration of isotretinoin increased (p=0.07). Conclusion: The intensity of dry eye increases with the increasing duration of isotretinoin use in treating acne vulgaris in a statistically significant manner.
Ocular Findings on Patients after Anti-PD-1/PD-L1 Antibodies Treatment: A Prospective Observation Report, A Pilot Study
Authors:   Department of Ophthalmology, Keiyu Hospital, Kanagawa, Japan, Sato Maho , Suzuki Kotaro ,   Department of Ophthalmology, Keiyu Hospital, Kanagawa, Japan
Published: June 2024

Purpose: Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) cause ICI-related adverse events (irAEs) such as dry eye and uveitis, which can be severe, sometimes necessitating the suspension of ICI treatment. Retrospective studies have targeted ocular irAEs which can detect only moderate to severe symptomatic uveitis. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first prospective study on ocular irAEs. We aimed to investigate symptomatic and subclinical ocular changes in ICI-treated eyes, to identify early changes in ocular irAE and control conditions without suspending ICI treatment. Methods: 22 participants who began ICI treatment between July 2020 and July 2021 in Keiyu Hospital, Japan (3 women and 19 men; age, 69.1 ± 7.9 years, range, 53–83 years) were prospectively evaluated. The patients underwent ocular examinations before and 1, 3, and every 2 months after the initial dose of ICI. Examinations included measurement of best-corrected visual acuity, fundus biomicroscopy, spectral domain optical coherence tomography (OCT) and aqueous flare. Central choroidal thickness (CCT) was measured using OCT. Results: Among the 22 participants, 6 developed systemic irAEs. Of these 6 patients, one experienced ocular pain after ICI treatment, likely due to dry eye disease. We did not observe any change in CCT or aqueous flare, even in patients with systemic AEs. We were unable to ascertain whether CCT or aqueous flare are valuable clues for the early identification of ocular irAEs. We continue this prospective study with a larger sample size. Conclusions: Systemic irAEs are not necessarily accompanied by ophthalmological changes.
Frequency and Diagnostic Criteria of Tuberculous Ascites in Port Sudan
Authors:   Associate Professor, Red Sea University, Sudan, Saeed Murwan Mohamed , AbdElrhman Laila Sulman ,   Assistant Professor, Um Alqura University, Sudan
Published: June 2024

Background: Tuberculosis is an infectious caseating granulomatous disease that cause by mycobacterium mainly mycobacterium tuberculosis and mycobacterium bovis, it is a systemic disease that effect any body organ, but mainly affect the lung.
Brain Health Initiatives for Pakistan
Authors: Mohammad Wasay  , Naila Shahbaz  , Safa Younis  , Abdul Malik
Published: June 2024

Brain health can be defined as the state of brain functioning across sensory, cognitive, social-emotional, behavioural, and motor domains—the combination of which allows a human being to realize their full potential over the course of their life, regardless of the presence or absence of neurological disorders.1 When brain health is prioritised and optimised, mental and physical health are also improved, which correlates with positive economic and social impacts. All of these contribute to a more prosperous and healthy society. However, developing countries such as Pakistan are at a disadvantage due to antecedent conditions like environmental factors and deprioritisation of brain health in both policy and national finances. This editorial delineates brain health initiatives for Pakistan, drawing on WHO frameworks and other countries’ proactive endeavours.
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Endocrine Entropy
Authors: Sanjay Kalra  , Nitin Kapoor
Published: June 2024

This communication defines and describes the novelconcept of endocrine entropy. The authors share insightsregarding the various facets of entropy in endocrineepidemiology, physiology, clinical presentation andmanagement. The discussion opens up a new way ofapproaching endocrinology. Recent advances in artificialintelligence, assessment and addressal of entropy maybecome integral part of endocrine diagnostics andtherapeutics.Keywords: Artificial intelligence, basic science,endocrinology, hormones, physiology, technology
Role of Machine Learning in Liquid Biopsy of Brain Tumours
Authors: Zanib Javed  , Saqib Kamran Bakhshi  , Saad Akhtar Khan  , Muhammad Shahzad Shamim
Published: June 2024

Liquid biopsy has multiple benefits and is used extensivelyin other fields of oncology, but its role in neuro-oncologyhas been limited so far. Multiple tumour-derived materialslike circulating tumour cells (CTCs), tumour-educatedplatelets (TEPs), cell-free DNA (cfDNA), circulating tumourDNA (ctDNA), and miRNA are studied in CSF, blood (plasma,serum) or urine. Large and complex amounts of data fromliquid biopsy can be simplified by machine learning usingvarious algorithms. By using this technique, we candiagnose brain tumours and differentiate low versus highgradeglioma and true progression frompseudo-progression. The potential of liquid biopsy in braintumours has not been extensively studied, but it has abright future in the coming years. Here, we present aliterature review on the role of machine learning in liquidbiopsy of brain tumours.