bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
THE OXFORD HANDBOOK OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL CERAMIC ANALYSIS (ED. BY ALICE HUNT). OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS. 2017. 768 P. (КРИТИЧЕСКИЙ ОБЗОР)
Authors: Холошин П.Р.
Published: February 2025

Встатье представлен критический анализ недавно изданного вОксфорде компендиума онаиболее важных подходах иметодах изучения древней керамики. Справочник содержит 36 статей, подготовленных ведущими специалистами по древней керамике из разных стран, иохватывающих широкий круг самых современных методов ее изучения, разрабатываемых взарубежной науке.

The article presents a critical review of a handbook recently published in Oxford of the most important approaches and methods in ancient ceramic studies. The handbook consists of 36 chapters prepared by the top-high experts on ancient ceramics from different countries, covering a broad range of the latest methods of ceramic studies developed abroad.
THE ISSUE OF CERTAIN VESSELS USE IN FATYANOVO-BALANOVO CULTURAL COMMUNITY (EXPERIMENTAL STUDY)
Authors: Волкова Е.В.
Published: February 2025

Статья посвящена опыту решения экспериментальным путем вопроса офункциональном назначении мисок сотверстиями. Миски сотверстиями или ручкой-налепом сотверстиями распространены унаселения фатьяновско-балановской культурной общности (бронзовый век Поволжья). Вопрос об их применении до сего времени оставался открытым. Врезультате эксперимента, во-первых, был выявлен наиболее надежный способ крепления таких мисок кдругим сосудам для дозированного сливания жидкости, во-вторых, выяснилось, что наиболее целесообразно использовать для этого горшковидные формы, ане амфоры икубки, в-третьих, автор приходит квыводу, что эту конструкцию могли использовать для сливания сыворотки при изготовлении творога исыра. Такие пары сосудов (горшок миска) встречаются впогребениях изучаемого населения.

he article deals with experience of functional designation of bowls with two orifices issue by experimental way. Bowls with orifices or with handles pasted on the surface were overspread among population of Fatyanovo-Balanovo cultural community (the Bronze age, the Volga river valley). Issue of these bowls use until recently has remained open. In result of experiment, firstly, the most reliable way to fix such bowls to other vessels as a metering device of liquid was found out, and, secondly, its became clear that the pot-shaped, not amphoras or cups, were the most expedient for such discharge. Third, the author comes to conclusion that this combination could be used for discharge of thrusting for production of curd and cheese. Such pairs of vessels (pot bowl) are found in interments of population under study. 167
Matrix manipulations via unitary transformations and ancilla-state measurements
Authors: Zenchuk Alexander I. , Qi Wentao , Kumar Asutosh , Wu Junde
Published: February 2025

We propose protocols for calculating inner product, matrix addition and matrix multiplication based on multiqubit Toffoli-type and the simplest one-qubit operations and employ ancilla-measurements to remove all garbage of calculations. The depth (runtime) of addition protocol is $O(1)$ and that of other protocols logarithmically increases with the dimensionality of the considered matrices.
Predicting Fluorescence Emission Wavelengths and Quantum Yields via Machine Learning
Authors: C. Souza Rubens , Duarte Julio Cesar , R. Goldschmidt Ronaldo , Borges Jr Itamar
Published: February 2025

The search for functional fluorescent organic materials can significantly benefit from rapid and accurate predictions of photophysical properties. However, screening large numbers of potential fluorophore molecules in different solvents faces the limitations of quantum mechanical calculations and experimental measurements. In this work, we develop machine learning (ML) algorithms for predicting the fluorescence of a molecule, focusing on two target properties: emission wavelengths (WLs) and quantum yields (QYs). For this purpose, we employ the Deep4Chem database containing optical properties of 20,236 combinations of 7,016 chromophores in 365 different solvents. Several chemical descriptors, or features, were selected as inputs for each model, and each molecule was characterized by its SMILES fingerprint. The Shapley Additive explanations (SHAP) technique was used to rationalize the results, showing that the most impactful properties are chromophore-related, as expected from chemical intuition. For the best-performing model, the Random Forest, our results for the test set show a root-mean-square error (RMSE) of 28.8 nm (0.15 eV) for WLs and 0.19 for QYs. The developed ML models were used to predict, thus completing, the missing results for the WL and QY target properties in the original Deep4Chem database, resulting in two new databases, one for each property. Testing our ML models for each target property in molecules not included in the original Deep4Chem database presented good results.
Advancing Multiscale Molecular Modeling with Machine Learning-Derived Electrostatics
Authors: Semelak Jonathan A. , Ignacio Pickering , Huddleston Kate K. , Olmos Justo , Grassano Juan S , Clemente Camila , Drusin Salvador I. , Marti Marcelo , Gonzalez Lebrero Mariano C. , Roitberg Adrian E. , Estrin Dario A.
Published: February 2025

We introduce an innovative machine learning (ML)-based framework for multiscale molecular modeling, in which the ML subsystem is treated as an electrostatic entity interacting with its molecular mechanics (MM) environment through classical electrostatics. The integration of ML accuracy with multiscale modeling is accomplished by leveraging the capabilities of the ANI neural networks to predict geometry-dependent atomic partial charges at the Minimal Basis Iterative Stockholder (MBIS) level, going beyond static mechanical embedding. This ML/MM approach can closely approximate state-of-the-art multi-scale quantum-classical (QM/MM) methods while significantly lowering computational requirements, thereby facilitating more efficient and precise simulations in computational chemistry. The method requires no additional training beyond the initial model setup and is integrated into Amber, one of the most widely used software suites for molecular modeling, ensuring accessibility to the broader community. We validate its performance across a variety of challenging applications, including solvation structure, vibrational spectra, torsion free energy profiles, and protein-ligand interactions, achieving excellent agreement with QM/MM benchmarks. This framework not only advances the frontiers of multiscale modeling but also showcases the potential of machine learning to achieve quantum-level accuracy with exceptional efficiency for complex chemical systems.
FEP-SPell-ABFE: An Open-Source Automated Alchemical Absolute Binding Free Energy Calculation Workflow for Drug Discovery
Authors: Li Pengfei , Pu Tingting , Mei Ye
Published: February 2025

The binding affinity between a drug molecule and its target, measured by absolute binding free energy (ABFE), is a crucial factor in the lead discovery phase of drug development. Recent research has highlighted the potential of in silico ABFE predictions to directly aid drug development by allowing for the ranking and prioritization of promising candidates. This paper introduces an open-source Python workflow called FEP-SPell-ABFE, designed to automate ABFE calculations with minimal user involvement. The workflow requires only three key inputs: a receptor protein structure in PDB format, candidate ligands in SDF format, and a configuration file (config.yaml) that governs both workflow and molecular dynamics simulation parameters. It produces a ranked list of ligands along with their binding free energies in Comma-Separated Values (CSV) format. The workflow leverages SLURM (Simple Linux Utility for Resource Management) for automating task execution and resource allocation across modules. A usage example and several benchmark systems for validation are provided. The FEP-SPell-ABFE workflow, along with a practical example, is publicly accessible on GitHub at https://github.com/freeenergylab/FEP-SPell-ABFE, distributed under the MIT License.
Towards carbon-free cathodes for fluoride ion batteries: deconvoluting effects of active material and conductive additive on charging and cyclic stability
Authors: Aalto Tommi Hendrik , Talei Roham , Schmitz Guido , Clemens Oliver
Published: February 2025

In this study, conductive, fluorine and antimony co-doped tin oxide nanoparticles (FATO-NPs) are highlighted as a possible alternative for conductive carbon additives in fluoride ion batteries, successfully circumventing oxidative side reactions. Since good cyclability with high and stable discharge capacities was achieved with both types of conductive additive, it was concluded that conductive carbon is well suitable for high-voltage fluoride ion batteries, contrary to prior assumptions. The utilization of almost completely side-reaction free FATO-NPs as the conductive additive enables the deconvolution of other side reactions in initial cycles.
How Do Food Compounds Interact with Their Protein Targets? Alternative Approaches for Protein Binding
Authors: Astigarraga Mario , López-Alejandre Verónica , Sánchez-Ruiz Andrés , Colmenarejo Gonzalo
Published: February 2025

A large body of research is oriented towards the determination of the mechanism of action of food compounds at the molecular level, in order to rationalize the important role of these molecules in health, and as source of new drugs. In this work we perform a systematic analysis of all the food-protein complexes at atomic resolution present in the Protein Data Bank. We analyze both the interaction types used in their binding, as well as the functional groups involved in these. For the analysis, food compounds are divided into a set of molecules derived from fatty lipids (FoodFL, which includes glycerolipids, glycerophospholipids, and fatty acyls), and the rest of the molecules (FoodnoFL), since these correspond to highly dissimilar chemical spaces. As a control, a set of drugs is used. From this analysis it is found that the three compound sets provide very different solutions to the protein-ligand binding problem. FoodnoFL compounds stabilize their binding mainly through hydrogen bonds, salt bridges, cation-π interactions, and metal coordination, while FoodFL do so through hydrophobics and close contacts. In turn, drugs prefer the use of hydrophobic, π-π, cation-π, and halogen bonds interactions. These differences result from differences in the types and relative abundances of functional groups, and/or differential usage of interaction types by the same functional groups. This knowledge can be exploited in the design new drugs inspired in food compounds.
Assessing non-bonded aggregates populations: application to the concentration-dependent IR O-H band of phenol
Authors: Galvez J. Pablo , Zúñiga José , Cerezo Javier
Published: February 2025

In this work, we present two alternative computational strategies to determine the populations of non-bonded aggregates. One approach extracts these populations from molecular dynamics (MD) simulations, while the other employs quantum mechanical partition functions for the most relevant minima of the multimolecular potential energy surfaces (PESs), identified by automated conformational sampling. In both cases, we adopt a common graph-theory-based framework, introduced in this work, for identifying aggregate conformations, which enables a consistent comparative assessment of both methodologies and provides insight into the underlying approximations. We apply both strategies to investigate phenol aggregates, up to the tetramer, at different concentrations in phenol/carbon tetrachloride mixtures. Subsequently, we simulate the concentration-dependent OH stretching IR region by averaging the harmonic IR spectra of aggregates using the populations predicted by each strategy. Our results indicate that the populations extracted from MD trajectories yield OH stretching signals that closely follow the experimental trends, outperforming the spectra from populations obtained by systematic conformational searches. Such a better performance of MD is attributed to a better description of the entropic contributions. Moreover, the proposed protocol not only successfully addresses a very challenging problem but also offers a benchmark to assess the accuracy of intermolecular force fields.
HFIP Solvent Effects on Enantioselectivity of Dirhodium Tetracar-boxylate-Catalyzed Cyclopropanation
Authors: Alturaifi Turki , Shimabukuro Kristin , Sharland Jack , Mai Binh Khanh , Weingarten Evan , Madhusudhanan Mithun , Musaev Djamaladdin , Liu Peng , Davies Huw
Published: February 2025

In recent years, additives that modulate both reactivity and selectivity in rhodium catalyzed-reactions of aryldiazoacetaes have become increasingly prominent. 1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoroisopropanol (HFIP) has been shown to have a profound effect on rhodium carbene reac-tivity and selectivity, especially on enabling carbene cyclopropanation in the presence of various nucleophilic poisons. HFIP also has a variable influence on the enantioselectivity of the reactions catalyzed by chiral dirhodium tetracarboxylates, and this study examines the fundamental properties of the rhodium carbene/HFIP system through experimentation, density functional theory (DFT), and molecu-lar dynamics (MD) simulations. These studies revealed that the C4-symmetric bowl-shaped catalysts, which have been previously consid-ered to be relatively rigid, experience far greater flexibility in this hydrogen bonding media, resulting in distortion of the bowl-shaped cata-lysts. These studies explain why even though a majority of the catalysts have a drop in enantioselectivity in HFIP, some catalysts such as Rh2(TCPTAD)4, lead to a switch in enantioselectivity, whereas others, such as Rh2(NTTL)4, lead to a considerably enhanced enantiose-lectivity.
COMPARATIVE SOCIO-ECONOMIC ANALYSIS ON RICE GRAIN AND SEED PRODUCTION IN PARBAT, NEPAL
Authors: Panthy Anu , Timsina Deepika , Kafle Nischal , Bhat Kabita , Subedi Anita , Adhikari Poojan
Published: February 2025

A comparative study was conducted in Modi Rural Municipality, Phalebas Municipality and Kushma Municipality of Parbat district aimed to compare the input use, productivity and profitability of rice grain and seed production among different socio-demographic farmers. Sampling 135 household, the survey employed a purposive selection of survey areas and stratified simple random sampling. Semi-structured questionnaire were utilized for interviews, with data analyzed using SPSS and MS Excel. The study obscurely shows that the respondents practicing rice seed production have higher year of schooling and training attended than the respondent practicing rice grain production. Further, the seed producers are in direct exposure to quality seed and fertilizer subsidy leading to production cost. It showed that the gross income received from rice seed production was higher than of grain production. The analysis showed that the productivity of rice as a seed production (575.81±277.80 kg/ropani) was found to be significantly higher than grain production (378.19 ± 151.3 kg/ropani). On an average, BCR of seed production (2.22) was found significantly higher than rice grain production (1.44). Hence, the productivity and profitability of seed production is higher than grain production in rice.
ECONOMICS OF PRODUCTION AND MARKETING OF TOMATO IN BAGLUNG, NEPAL
Authors: Ojha Ashmit , Shrestha Sailesh , Timsina Deepika , Bhattarai Bhanu Bhakta , Ghimire Shiva Sundar
Published: February 2025

From February to June 2023, a survey was conducted to evaluate the economics of tomato production and marketing in the Baglung district of Nepal. Data collection involved household surveys, Key Informant Interviews (KII), and Focus Group Discussions (FGD) for primary data, supplemented by secondary data from various publications by the Government of Nepal and other relevant agencies. Altogether, 60 respondents were selected using a simple random sampling method for the study from Baglung Municipality of Baglung district. The data analysis employed descriptive statistical tools, the Cobb-Douglas production function, benefit-cost ratio analysis, and gross margin analysis. Identified problems were addressed using an indexing/scaling method. Economic analysis highlighted the profitability of potato production, revealing an average production cost of NRs. 80,060.22 per ropani, gross returns of NRs. 1,913,750 per ropani, and a gross margin of NRs. 124,984.41 per ropani, with a benefit-cost ratio (BCR) of 1.56. The Cobb-Douglas production function analysis demonstrated a significant positive relationship between various factors and total income. The study identified four marketing channels, with the Producer-Whole Seller-Retailer-Consumer channel being the most dominant. Key challenges identified in the study area included the need for improved storage facilities, irrigation, training in tomato farming and pest management, mechanization, modernization of farming practices, and price regulation by government/local authorities.
IMPACT OF REMITTANCE IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION AND HOUSEHOLD INCOME: A CASE OF ROLPA DISTRICT OF NEPAL
Authors: Dangi Surya Kiran
Published: February 2025

Research was conducted to assess the impact of remittance on agricultural production and household income in Triveni and Paribartan Rural Municipality (RM) of Rolpa district. The study employed the purposeful random sampling technique. Altogether 180 households- 90 from migrating and 90 from non migrating households were selected randomly from the list of all the households using the random number table. A comparative analysis was carried out between migrating and non-migrating households. Simple descriptive statistics tools like mean, standard deviation, and Lorenz curve were used for the data analysis. There is a higher percentage of migrated households that have 0.5 to 1 and 1-2 ha of land. But the lower percentage in 0.1–2, 0.2–0.5 ha of land, and more than 2 ha. Most of the people, i.e., 39.22 percent of migrated people and 42.86 percent of non-migrated people, have 0.5–1 ha of land. Minimum zero and maximum 4 numbers of people are migrated from each household. The male individuals are comparatively more literate in both the migrated and non-migrated households. The ethnic composition is dominated by Janajati, where 44 percent of people are from migrated households and 36 percent from non-migrated households. A major portion of the remittance is invested in real estate, which is followed by luxurious goods. Just three percent of remittance is invested in the agriculture sector. The disparity in income was seen in both the migrating households and non-migrating households. The disparity was seen more in non-migrating households. The Gini Coefficient (G.C) was a little bit higher in non-migrating households (G.C 0.287634) than migrating households (G.C 0.24756). This implies that after migration, the disparity in income distribution has somewhat decreased. Finally, it is concluded that the outmigration of people significantly hampered the agricultural production. Although outmigration negatively effects agriculture production, remittance is the main income source of household expenditure.
RESPONSE TO FERTILIZERS AND VARIETIES ON GROWTH, YIELD AND QUALITY OF ONION SEED PRODUCTION
Authors: Hasanuzzaman S.M. , Islam M.K. , Alim M.A. , Hasan M.S.
Published: February 2025

The effect of boron, zinc and sulphur over the growth, yield and quality seed production of onion (Allium cepa) was studied at Sadar upazila, Nature district, Bangladesh. These two factorial experiments having four doses of fertilizers and five onion varieties. Five onion varieties namely Taherpuri, BARI piaz-1, BARI piaz-2, BARI piaz- 4 and Jhitka, and four doses of fertilizers B:Zn:S (0kg/ha:0kg/ha:0kg=0:0:0), B:Zn:S (2kg/ha:2kg/ha:12kg=50:50:50), B:Zn:S (4kg/ha:4kg/ha:24kg= 100:100:100) and B:Zn:S (6kg/ha:6kg/ha:36kg=150:150:150) were used in this experiment. Randomized complete block design with three replications was used to set up the experiment. The results revealed from the experiment is that the growth characters, seed yield and seed quality of onion crop was affected by the use of different does of fertilizers, different varieties and their combinations. The fertilizer dose B: Zn:S(6kg/ha:6kg/ha:36kg=150:150:150) produced highest results almost in all parameters except plant height and weight of 1000gm of seeds and lowest in control B: Zn: S (0kg/ha:0kg/ha:0kg=0:0:0). BARI piaz- 4 had the highest seed yield (1181.25kg/ha) and other all parameters were recorded superior from other varieties and BARI piaz-2 had the lowest seed yield (618.33kg/ha). Among the treatment combinations, fertilizer ratio B: Zn: S (150:150:150) with BARI-4 variety produced the highest seed yield (1735.00kg/ha) and other parameters except length of flowering stalks and number of umbels per plant and lowest seed yield in Taherpuri variety with fertilizer ratio B: Zn: S (0:0:0). As per the result, BARI piaz-4 is suitable for cultivation in this northern region. So, it is clear that effect of fertilizer and variety had the greater impact on optimum onion growth, yield and quality seed production. However, further research in different areas of the country is needed to recommend this variety for the whole area of the country.
Water-borne cortisol levels show individuality and predict bold/shy behaviors in the self-fertilizing fish Kryptolebias marmoratus
Authors: Mathiron Anthony G.E. , Silvestre Frédéric
Published: February 2025

Differences in personality traits can have important consequences for ecological and evolutionary processes because they can either provide fitness benefits (e.g., better access to food or reproductive success) or lower responsiveness to changes in the environment (i.e., lower behavioral flexibility). Since the last decade, there is a growing interest in studying the mechanisms that generate and maintain consistent individual differences in animal behavior such as inter-individual differences in endocrine traits. In fish, little is known about how repeatable, among-individual variance in endocrine traits such as cortisol levels may predict inter-individual variability in behavioral expression. Based on a common-garden experiment, we investigated whether cortisol could predict expression of behaviors associated with bold/shy personality in three naturally isogenic lineages of the self-fertilizing mangrove rivulus, Kryptolebias marmoratus. First, we explored both inter-individual and inter-lineage variability of water-borne cortisol levels over time. Cortisol levels were different between lineages: fish that originate from Emerson Point Preserve population (EPP) had significantly lower cortisol levels than individuals from the Dove Creek population. Moreover, while fish cortisol levels can vary over time, we observed repeatability in inter-individual variation within each lineage. We also obtain evidence for a slight but significant effect of interaction between cortisol levels and lineages on fish probability of exiting from a shelter and proportion of time before exiting from a shelter. Mangrove rivulus from the EPP lineage had lower probability of exiting from shelter and spent more time before exiting from shelter when they had low cortisol levels, compared to DC4 and DC11 individuals. Our study supports that cortisol levels have a genetic basis in the mangrove rivulus and suggests that water-borne cortisol levels predict behaviors associated with fish personality traits.
THE EFFECT OF ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE AND WORK MOTIVATION ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE WITH JOB SATISFACTION AS AN INTERVENING VARIABLE AT PT SUPRA PRIMATAMA NUSANTARA TERRITORY WEST 1 - SUMATRA
Authors: Hutapea Winda Melina , Toni Nagian , Rostina Cut Fitri , Romy Elly
Published: February 2025

The research objective of this article is to examine the factors that influence Organisational Culture and Work Motivation on Employee Performance. The development of an increasingly broad and complex business world has an impact on qualified and competent human resources, which is one of the company's needs and is the main element that must be managed in order to achieve company goals. Organisational culture has an important impact on performance. Therefore, companies need to form an organisational culture that develops so as to create performance that is aligned with organisational goals. A strong culture will show high agreement on organisational goals among its members. Unanimity towards goals will form attachment, loyalty, and organisational commitment, this condition will further reduce the tendency of employees to leave the organisation. In addition to organisational culture, work motivation is a factor that can affect employee performance. Therefore, to achieve its goals, a strategy is needed to create organisational culture and work motivation. Theoretical and practical aspects, culture brings a sense of identity for members of the organisation, forming high organisational commitment in each member, shaping employee attitudes and behaviour, both in interacting internally and externally to the organisation. And Motivation is believed to increase the productivity of each employee, increase the work enthusiasm of each employee, increase the work creativity of each employee and increase the loyalty of each employee to the company. This research was conducted at PT Supra Primatama Nusantara (Biznet) Territory West 1 - Sumatra with 72 people. The inductive analysis map shows that organisational culture and work motivation on employee performance have a positive and significant effect on employee performance. The direction of influence of this variable is also positive, which means that the better organisational culture of an organisation will increase job satisfaction and good Work Motivation will provide enthusiasm and positivism in carrying out its performance.
CATALYSTS OF NEGOTIATION INITIATION IN EDUCATIONAL SETTINGS: AN EXPLORATION OF GENDER DYNAMICS
Authors: Allo Markus Deli Girik , R Meliati Banne , Sendana Aris Kaban
Published: February 2025

The objective of the study are to investigate the negotiation style uses by Man and Women and the gender influence on the initiation of negotiation in educational conversation context. The research design used in this study is a qualitative descriptive research design. The researchers used the purposive sampling technique to select participants. Participant of this research were an 11 male students and 11 female students of English students of UKI Toraja. The instrument used are observation and interview. This study used the interactive model to analyze data. Data analysis techniques are carried out interactively and take place continuously until complete until the data is saturated. This study confirms that: 1) both male and female participants exhibit a prevalent utilization of the 'compete' negotiation style when initiating conversations within diverse social contexts. Specifically, this negotiation style encompasses proactive engagement in discussions for the explicit purpose of seeking information pertinent to the context. Notably, a higher proclivity for information-seeking through competing behavior is observed among female participants, while male participants tend to engage in conversations without introducing novel topics, emphasizing the nature of their engagement as oriented toward interaction rather than information acquisition. 2) The Influence of Gender Initiation within the Educational Conversation Context, Particularly in the Realms of Attaining Research Information: A Scholarly Exploration and Fostering Collaborative Engagement for Assignment Completion among Peers.
TOURIST OR EXPLORER? DELVING STUDENTS’ PREDILECTION AND ANXIETY IN SEMANTICS COURSE
Authors: Sagala Rakhmat Wahyudin , Rezeki Tri Indah
Published: February 2025

Within this particular study, the designations of "Tourist" and "Explorer" are employed to denote students who approach their classroom learning experiences with either a desire for leisurely exploration (akin to that of a tourist) or a desire to delve deeper into the subject matter (more akin to that of an explorer). The semantics course delves deeply into the theory of meaning, fields of meaning, and sense, and specific topics within the course material may cause some anxiety for students. The objective of this research is to explore how anxiety affects the acquisition of knowledge in semantics courses, given that anxiety can have an adverse impact on mental well-being. This research uses a survey design, adopting Spielberger's State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) as the instrument. Forty-six individuals voluntarily completed a questionnaire regarding their learning experience. The respondents aged between 20 and 24 years old. There were 15 male individuals in the group, representing 32% of the total, while 31 female individuals comprised 67% of the group. In order to enhance the overall effectiveness of educational achievements, forthcoming studies will be taking into account supplementary factors. Through the lens of "Tourist or Explorer? Delving Students' Predilection and Anxiety in Semantics Course," this study advances our comprehension of the multifaceted nature of semantics education, inviting a more empathetic and comprehensive approach to pedagogy.
SURVEY, QUESTION, READ, RECITE AND REVIEW (SQ3R) TOWARDS STUDENTS’ READING ABILITY
Authors: Nst Rinjani Syarvila , Fadlia Fadlia , Asra Surya
Published: February 2025

This study aims to determine the effect of using Survey, Question, Read, Recite and Review (SQ3R) strategy on students’ reading comprehension skill in narrative text. This study is a pre – experimental research with one group pre – test post – test design. The population in this study were students in SMPN 8 Langsa and the sample of this study were students of class VIII consisting of 35 students, twenty male students and fifteen female students. The sample in this study was selected by using purposive sampling technique. This study used instruments in the form of reading test for pre – test and post – test. For the treatment, the SQ3R strategy was used in teaching narrative text. The data collected in this study was calculated by using SPSS version 22 with a significant value of 0.05. The result of this study revealed that the mean of pre – test was 44.29. After being given treatment, the average post – test increased significantly to 8.25 with a gain of 36.28. This means that the SQ3R strategy has a strong influence on students’ reading comprehension skill. It can be concluded that there was a significant improvement on students’ reading comprehension skill.
THE USE OF TED TALK AND GRAMMARLY TO IMPROVE STUDENTS’ SPEAKING AND WRITING ABILITY AT SMK YAPIM PEKANBARU
Authors: Kumalasari Cyintia , Marhamah Marhamah
Published: February 2025

Writing in English is still challenging and requires a strong ability in grammar. Besides, communicating ideas through the English language is still difficult for some students. This study aims to analyse the students’ perceptions through the use of the Grammarly application to help with writing skills and the TED Talk application to help improve speaking skills. The use of these applications is to help students in English skills that have grown these recent days, as well as the development of technology. Research participants include 15 students of SMKS Yapim Pekanbaru, department of Network and Computer Engineering. The research methods for the study included a questionnaire, as well as in-depth interviews that were conducted to explore the students’ perception of using TED Talk and Grammarly applications. Both applications will make students more involved in learning English, especially speaking and writing. Because of its practicality dan ease of access, the students are not difficult to use. The conclusion is that there have been some students who can write their ideas with the help of the Grammarly application and also watch TED Talk, then present them in front of the class.
EFL UNIVERSITY STUDENTS’ ARGUMENTATION ABILITY IN ACADEMIC WRITING: A TEXT ANALYSIS OF TRANSITIVITY SYSTEM FROM GENDER PERSPECTIVE
Authors: Pratiwi Widya Rizky , Sundari Hanna , Juhana Juhana
Published: February 2025

Building arguments for academic writing, such as constructing justification for a research proposal, is regarded a complex task. Moreover, it is believed that male and female authors use and produce the language differently, including perhaps providing thesis and arguments for research. Extensive research on rhetorical analysis of students’ theses has been widely conducted; however, little we know the way they state their claims from gender perspectives. To fill the void, this study aims to explore how Indonesian male and female authors construct and state their arguments in Introduction section for justifying their research from the perspectives of argumentation ability, underpinned by the concepts of transitivity system of SFL approach. Informed by qualitative descriptive research paradigm particularly text analysis, ten Introduction sections from selected English thesis proposals written by male and female authors at a university in Banten Province, Indonesia were subject to analyze. The finding of the research shows that either male students or female students expressed their arguments of their research topic and justification in almost similar fashion. The most frequent processes over the clauses were material process, relational process (attributive and identifying), and mental process (male: 59%, 20%, 11%; female: 49%, 20%, 14%). These findings underscore the common strategies employed by students, regardless of gender, in establishing their research objectives and setting the stage for their academic work. Such insights can be of significance for educators and researchers aiming to guide students in optimizing their academic writing skills, particularly in crafting compelling Introduction sections for thesis proposals.
STUDENT'S PERCEPTION OF USING CAKE APPLICATION TO IMPROVE SPEAKING SKILL
Authors: Syafi'i Arif , Daulay Sholihatul Hamidah
Published: February 2025

Some students feel difficult to master speaking skill in English, because they do not get support from their atmosphere. The environment is not an English area. So they need to practice their speaking by using media .This study aimed to determine how students felt about using the Cake application to improve their speaking skills. This study involved eight students from class XI MIPA 4 at MAN 1 Medan. The researchers employed the qualitative descriptive approach in this research. Interviews and questionnaires were used to gather data. The majority of students reported that the Cake application was highly beneficial in helping them improve their speaking skills, according to the study's findings, because those unfamiliar with the Cake program will find it simple to utilize. Then, when students use this cake application to hone their speaking abilities, they become intrigued. Most of them do not feel bored when using this application because they can learn the idioms by watching the short English film in this application. Of course, it is fun for the students. They said that by using this application, they could practice their English speaking wherever and whenever only by using the smartphone and opening the cake application. Furthermore, they will invite their friends to use the cake application because this application is suitable for students who want to practice speaking without feeling shy about meeting many people. Finally, they said they would use the cake application daily to improve their English speaking skills.
IMPLEMENTATION OF DIGITAL CONTENT ASSISTED LANGUAGE LEARNING (DCALL) IN DEVELOPING FANS TO ENGLISH APPLICATION AS TEACHING MEDIA FOR EFL LEARNERS
Authors: Fansury Andi Hamzah
Published: February 2025

Digital Content Assisted Language Learning (DCALL) is a new form of learning in the digital era recently. DCALL is a content-based learning digital in the form of writings, images, videos, and authentic material obtained from various sources such as the internet, social media, blogs, email, vlogs, television and so on used to simplify the teaching and learning process. This research aimed to developing the mobile application named Fans to English Application through Digital Content Assisted Language Learning (DCALL). This research used the steps in the combined model of the R D model and the ADDIE model. The result showed that 1) the application contains material that easier to understand, using audio or video using Indonesian speakers, and interactive exercise so the students can improve speaking skills, and synergizes with the existing curriculum 2) The process of developing Fans to English Application used the android studio application. In the process of making the application, all components, made using Levidio software. 3) The result of beta test was the application can improve students' speaking skills. At this stage the author also shows the practicality of the Fans to English application as digital content assisted language learning where this application can be integrated on various digital platforms.
THE POSSE APPROACH: A PROMISING WAY to BOOST READING COMPREHENSION
Authors: Sepriana Tanti , Hastini Hastini , Jamiluddin Jamiluddin , Mertosono Sudarkam R
Published: February 2025

The objective of this study was to examine whether the application of POSSE (predict, organize, search, summarize, evaluate) strategy could enhance the understanding of reading skills of tenth-grade pupils in SMAN 7 PALU. This study utilized designing quasi-experimental, dividing participants into an experiment group and a control group. The technique of purposive sampling was employed to decide the sample, comprising 36 students from the experimental group and 35 pupils from the control group. Gathering of data involved pre-test and post-test assessments, with analysis conducted utilizing paired sample t-tests with the support of SPSS v.29 for windows. The findings indicated that applying of the POSSE approach effectively enhanced the understanding of reading among tenth-grade students attending SMAN 7 PALU. This conclusion was substantiated by the results of conducting the paired sample t-test, which showed a statistically notable disparity (2-tailed=0.0010.05) in the students’ learning outcomes between the initial assessment and subsequent assessment.
INTERPERSONAL MEANING OF MODALITY IN UNDERGRADUATE THESES OF ENGLISH DEPARTMENT: A SYSTEMIC FUNCTIONAL GRAMMAR APPROACH
Authors: Kamaliah Adistia Mursyidatul , Amri M. Misbahul , Laksmi Ekaning Dewanti
Published: February 2025

Modality is a key in articulating the authors' viewpoints in their arguments. To address the gap, this recent study aims to thoroughly describe the interpersonal meaning in terms of modality within English Literature’s undergraduate theses. Textual analysis using a corpus-based approach was rigorously applied. This research utilized AntConc 4.2.0 version as instrument. The researcher meticulously selected 40 undergraduate theses between March and August 2023. The SFL concept proposed by Halliday and Matthiessen (2004) was implemented to analyze the data. The findings demonstrated that undergraduate students largely used modalization in the context of probability across the undergraduate theses. It indicates that they utilize the modality to persuade readers by describing upcoming developments and exchanging information with them. Undergraduate students additionally employed medium modality with greater frequency than low modality. It indicates that they perceive the readers as having the same status as others, which promotes a peaceful relationship between them. It suggests that undergraduate students intentionally become involved with the readers through the ideas presented in the undergraduate theses, harmonizing their positions of authority with the readers, leading to a warm connection between them. Thus, it reflects the close distance between conversational participants.
STUDENTS’ PERCEPTION ON THE EFFECT OF ENGLISH SPEECH COMPETITION TOWARD SPEAKING SKILLS AT SMA ISTIQAMAH MUHAMMADIYAH SAMARINDA
Authors: Majid Akhmad Nur , Khatimah Khusnul
Published: February 2025

The development of speaking skills among high school students is essential for effective communication and future success. This study investigates students' perceptions of the impact of participating in English speech competitions on their speaking abilities at SMA Istiqamah Muhammadiyah Samarinda. Additionally, it explores the challenges that hinder students from maximizing the benefits of these competitions. Using a mixed-method approach, data were collected from students who participated in English competitions over the past two years. The research utilized questionnaires adapted from previous studies and semi-structured interviews to gather insights from the students. Supplementary data were obtained through documentation of students' assignments from the competitions. The findings reveal that English speech competitions significantly enhance students' speaking skills by increasing their confidence, enriching their vocabulary, and improving their pronunciation and fluency. However, factors such as limited practice opportunities, anxiety, and inadequate feedback mechanisms were identified as barriers to achieving the full benefits. This study highlights the importance of incorporating structured and supportive speech competition programs in the curriculum to foster better speaking skills among students.
INVESTIGATING THE CADETS’ VOCABULARY LEARNING STRATEGIES AND THEIR MARITIME VOCABULARY MASTERY IN DIFFERENT ACADEMIC MAJORS
Authors: Sumarta Ryan Puby , Hafita Yuniar Ayu , Budiarte Agus , Utami Helidatasa
Published: February 2025

Vocabulary acquisition is crucial for language learners, impacting their overall linguistic proficiency and communication abilities. This research investigated the influence of vocabulary learning strategies and study programs on maritime cadets' vocabulary test results at Sorong Merchant Polytechnic. This study employed a quantitative methodology and an ex-post facto design. The sample consisted of 91 third-semester cadets from Sorong Merchant Marine Polytechnic, representing three study programs: Port and Shipping Management, Ship Engineering, and Nautical Studies. Data were collected through a questionnaire to assess vocabulary learning strategies and a vocabulary examination based on maritime-related queries. Statistical analyses revealed no significant differences in vocabulary test scores across academic programs and learning strategies, despite the popularity of the determination strategy. However, a two-way ANOVA indicated a significant interaction effect between vocabulary learning strategies and study programs (F(7, 77) = 2.477, p = .024). This suggests that specific combinations of learning strategies and study programs may enhance vocabulary test results more effectively than individual variables alone. Therefore, developing tailored teaching methods is crucial to improve learning outcomes. Further research should explore additional factors such as motivation, prior language proficiency, and learning environment support to optimize language learning outcomes.
THE IMPACT OF GOOGLE CLASSROOM AND EXTENSION ON STUDENT’S MOTIVATION AND ENGAGEMENT IN EFL CLASSROOM (THE CASE STUDY OF SMA ISLAM ATHIRAH BONE)
Authors: Mohd Tahir Asman Bin , - Suharyadi , Tresnadewi Sintha
Published: February 2025

In today's technology-driven world, students are increasingly surrounded by digital tools, with easy access to vast amounts of information (Egbert, 2009). From a pedagogical perspective, integrating technology into education is essential for successful learning outcomes (Sebring and Chicago School Consortium, 2013). Despite this, less than half of students utilize technology for academic purposes, though 92% have access to it at home. The evolving information age has made previously expensive technologies accessible to many (Edwards, 2009), necessitating that educators adapt to this technological integration. This study examines the impact of Google Classroom and its extensions on student motivation and engagement in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms at SMA Islam Athirah Bone. The research highlights the importance of incorporating real-world technology into EFL classes to enhance student interest and motivation (Usher Center on Education, 2012). Technology supports diverse learning styles, fosters community, and provides hands-on experiences, especially beneficial for students with learning disabilities (Heafner, 2004; Liu, 2016). As English is a global language, its learning is critical for accessing research and higher education (Morris Maxey, 2014). Traditional methods have evolved, with technology playing a pivotal role in English language instruction (Graddol, 2012).This qualitative study uses video recordings, interviews, and observation checklists to explore the impact of technology on student engagement and motivation in EFL classrooms. Data collection involved classroom observations and semi-structured interviews with teachers and students. The findings indicate that both teachers and students at SMA Islam Athirah Bone perceive the use of Google Classroom and its extensions as beneficial for active learning and engagement. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of how technological tools can enhance EFL learning experiences and suggests practical applications for better classroom interactions.
STRATEGY OF IMPOLITENESS UTTERED BY MOBILE LEGEND: BANG BANG PLAYERS
Authors: Rizky Nadia , Laila Malikul
Published: February 2025

Social media gaming is a recent trend that allows most teenagers to express themselves freely. As the tendency changes toward public entertainment, in this case esports broadcasting, the bulk of them turn into spectators. However, the manner in which they express themselves is frequently regarded as unethical. This means that their expressions frequently transcend the norm, as evidenced by several unpleasant comments. With this in mind, the aim of this research is to identify the various forms and intentions of impolite language strategies used in live comments on YouTube during broadcasts of the Mobile Legends Premier League (MPL) Indonesia Season 12. Aside from that, the researchers explored how incivility standards were explained in YouTube Mobile Legends: Bang Bang live comments. This study is a descriptive qualitative study. Culpeper's (1996) impoliteness theory is used by researchers. In this study, data was gathered by observation and note-taking. The data for this study came from harsh text comments on a match video on the official Mobile Legends: Bang Bang YouTube channel. According to the findings of the study, four types of rudeness are used: outright bald on record impoliteness, positive impoliteness, negative impoliteness, sarcasm or mock impoliteness. The researchers, however, did not detect withhold politeness type. Aside from that, the researchers found that there is a thing that may be considered breaching the impolite norms, notably spamming behaviors, based on the results of the researched data.