bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Association of Exposure to Biomass Smoke with Reduced Pulmonary Functions in Rural School Children- A Cross-sectional Study Findings
Authors: Khode Vitthal , Maralihalli Mahesh , Kabbin Goutam , Patil Satish , Ruikar Komal , Miskin Sneha
Published: March 2021

Background:

Children are at higher risk of developing respiratory diseases when they
expose to biomass smoke. Very few studies have compared the duration of exposure to pulmonary
function tests in children. The purpose of the study was to observe the effect of biomass fuel smoke
on respiratory functions in 40 school-going children aged between 7 to 14 years and to compare these
parameters with 40 age and sex-matched healthy children of the same school, and correlate
their duration of exposure through pulmonary function tests.

Methods:

This prospective cross-sectional study was carried out over six months (August 2018 to
January 2019). The selection of the study population was carried out from one of the Government
primary schools. Eighty students participated in the study. The study population was divided into
two groups. Group-1 consisted of 40 school children exposed to biomass smoke aged between 7 to
14 years as cases. Group-2 consisted of the same number of sex and age-matched controls who had
no exposure to biomass smoke. After the relevant history, questionnaire, and respiratory examinations,
children were subjected to spirometry. Schiller’s Spirovit-SP1 was also used.

Results:

The prevalence of some of the respiratory symptoms in biomass smokers was significant
compared to non-smokers. There was a significant 1.125 fold reduction in FVC (p=0.003*) and
1.195 fold reduction in FEV1 (p=0.000*) in smokers compared to non-smokers. A significant correlation
existed between duration of exposure to FVC (r=-0.508 p=0.001) and FEV1 (r=-0.462
p=0.005).

Conclusions:

We concluded that biomass smoke significantly reduced FVC and FEV1 in children,
and these parameters are negatively correlated with the number of hours of exposure.
The Digital Diagnostic Approach to Stafne’s Bone Cavity (SBC): From a Review of the Literature to the Description of a Clinical Case.
Authors: Saccomanno Sabina , Mummolo Stefano , Laganà Daniele , Greco Francesca , Fiasca Fabiana , Marzo Giuseppe , Quinzi Vincenzo
Published: March 2021

Introduction:

Stafne’s Bone Cavity [SBC] is a rare, well-defined, mandibular bone lesion, which was first discovered by Edward C. Stafne in 1942.

Objective:

The purpose of this article is to evaluate a digital diagnostic approach to Stafne’s Bone Cavity (SBC) through a review and description of some clinical cases.

Methods:

The review was conducted through an analysis of the literature of all articles published on Stafne’s Bone Cavity.

We report the case of a 55-year-old male patient who needed tooth implant rehabilitation, and therefore, a panoramic radiograph was taken as part of the routine evaluation and plan of care. After the diagnosis, the focus was on more precise imaging and the merits of choosing Computerized Tomography or Magnetic Resonance Imaging were compared.

Results:

According to our review of the literature, the prevalence of these cavities was found to be 0.14%, while 8% of them were found in male patients and 72% of them were found in male patients older than 44 years of age.

The patient’s panoramic radiograph revealed the presence of an SBC in his left posterior side of the mandible. In order to confirm and improve the diagnosis, the patient underwent a Computer Tomography exam, chosen for its benefits outweighing those of an MRI.

Conclusion:

Stafne’s bone cavity (SBC) is indeed an uncommon finding as it is asymptomatic and is identified only through panoramic imaging, CT scans or MRIs. However, it can pose some logistical problems in the application of dental implants. The typology of this case study confirmed the findings of the systematic review; the patient, being a middle aged male, presented a mandibular SBC, which was discovered only during a routine panoramic x-ray to plan the fitting of dental implants. The use of tomography confirmed the diagnosis of SBC and detailed the anatomical structure, thus guiding the restoration process.
Mandibular Advancement Devices (MAD) as a Treatment Alternative for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS)
Authors: Fichera Grazia , Ronsivalle Vincenzo , Zappalà Graziano , Campagna Paola , Quinzi Vincenzo , Lo Giudice Antonino
Published: March 2021

Background:

Continuous Positive Airways Pressure therapy (CPAP) is the gold standard treatment of the Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS), however, the scarce adherence to the therapy requires the evaluation of other therapeutic alternatives.

Objective:

The aim of the present study was to assess the effectiveness of Mandibular Advancement Devices (MAD) in subjects affected by OSAS who had interrupted the treatment with CPAP and to make comparative evaluations.

Methods:

Eighteen subjects (15 males and 3 females), aged between 27 and 60 years, with a diagnosis of moderate to severe OSAS were included. Inclusion criteria: polysomnographic examination before treatment (T0) and after 1 month from the beginning of the therapy with CPAP(T1), interruption of the treatment due to loss of compliance, Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) questionnaire filled out at T0 and T1. Subjects started the treatment with MAD and polysonnographic examination was prospectively executed after 3 months (T2) and 1 year (T3). One-way analysis of the variance (ANOVA) was used to compare data of polysonnographic examination performed at T0, T1, T2 and T3 as well as the differences of ESS scores recorded at different timing.

Results:

Compared to baseline (T0), all functional parameters tested showed statistically significant differences at T1, T2 and T3 (p < 0.001), meanwhile no differences were found between data recorded after therapy with MAD (T2 and T3) and with CPAP (T1). Similar results were also found with the score of ESS among different timelines (p < 0.001).

Conclusion:

These findings suggest that MAD could be a valid alternative for the treatment of OSAS in those patients with scarce adherence to the CPAP therapy.
An In Vitro Study on the Effects of Selected Natural Dietary Fiber from Salad Vegetables for Lowering Intestinal Glucose and Lipid Absorption
Authors: Powthong Pannapa , Jantrapanukorn Bajaree , Suntornthiticharoen Pattra , Luprasong Chitradee
Published: March 2021

Background:

Salad vegetables are good sources of dietary fiber and are becoming increasingly popular among consumers. Therefore, these plants have the potential to be developed as functional foods.

Objective:

Using an in vitro model, this study investigated the physical properties and intestinal glucose and lipid absorption capacities of dry dietary fiber from vegetables typically consumed in salads (types of lettuce, including red oak, red coral, green oak, butterhead, and cos).

Method:

Fiber was prepared from each type of lettuce using an enzymatic method and then characterized. Physical properties, including solubility and water-binding, swelling, cation-exchange, and oil-binding capacities, and antihyperglycemic and antihypercholesterolemic effects of fiber were investigated.

Results:

The hydration capacity of total dietary fiber and insoluble fiber from the majority of sources was significantly different from that of cellulose. Adsorption and diffusion of glucose were directly proportional to incubation time, and the diffusion rate was significantly lower in the treatments containing fiber compared to the cellulose control. Fiber from these vegetables also inhibited amylase and alpha-glucosidase activities. Moreover, fiber from all sources exhibited significantly higher sodium cholate and cholesterol-binding capacity compared to cellulose, and also retarded pancreatic cholesterol esterase activity in a concentration-dependent manner.

Conclusion:

This study demonstrates that natural dietary fiber from salad vegetables can reduce glucose and lipid absorption and breakdown rates, thus preventing increases in postprandial blood glucose and cholesterol levels, which can be beneficial to human health.
Preliminary Studies on Optimization of Anti-Parkinson Drug Loaded Lipid Nanoparticles Enriched Hydrogel Formulations for Management of Parkinson’s Disease
Authors: Samanthula Kumara S. , Alli Ramesh , Gorre Thirupathi
Published: March 2021

Introduction:

Ropinirole (RP), is a selective dopamine agonist that is used alone or with
other medications to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD). RP has low bioavailability of
only about 50% due to the first-pass metabolism, and it requires frequent dosing during oral administration.

Aim:

The objective of the current research was to develop RP-loaded solid lipid nanoparticles (RP-
SLNs), nanostructured lipid carriers (RP-NLCs), and their corresponding hydrogels (RP-SLN-C
and RP-NLC-C) that could enhance RP therapeutic outcomes during PD treatment.

Methods:

RP nanoparticles were prepared by homogenization followed by probe sonication and optimized
based on particle size, polydispersity index (PDI), zeta potential (ZP), % assay, % entrapment
efficiency, and in vitro release studies. Optimized formulations were converted into hydrogel
formulations using Carbopol 934 as a gelling polymer and optimized based on rheological and release
characteristics. Optimized formulations were further evaluated using differential scanning
calorimetry (DSC), powder X-ray diffractometry (PXRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM),
freeze-drying, and stability study at refrigerated and room temperatures.

Results:

The optimized RP-SLN formulation showed particle size and entrapment efficiency of
213.5±3.8 nm and 77.9±3.1% compared to 190.6±3.7 nm and 85.7±1.7% for optimized RP-NLC
formulation. PXRD supplemented and confirmed DSC results, RP was entrapped in a molecularly
dispersed state inside the core of the lipid nanocarrier. Furthermore, RP-loaded lipid nanocarriers
revealed a spherical shape in SEM images. In vitro release studies demonstrated sustained release
profiles for RP from SLNs, NLCs, and their hydrogels over 24 h. Optimized SLN, NLC, and nanocarrier-
loaded hydrogel formulations were stable over three months at 4ºC and 25ºC storage conditions.

Conclusion:

Overall, the results demonstrated that lipid nanocarriers and their corresponding hydrogel
formulations can be considered as a topical drug delivery vehicle for RP during the treatment
of PD.
Pastoraal bidden als samenspraak
Authors: De Vries R.J.
Published: March 2021

Presenting the results of a qualitative research on the practice of prayer in pastoral care, this article discusses the questions which most interest ministers in the Protestant Church in the Netherlands. Dialogue − between the pastor and the other, and between the conversation partners and God − is a key issue. The article presents a three-dimensional model of this dialogue and elaborates a theology of pastoral prayer as spiritual fellowship. It then argues that in pastoral care, ministers, with their conversation partners, should pay more attention to the theological quality and the practical significance of dialogue on praying together.
Pharmacological Management of Spontaneous Intracerebral Hemorrhage in Older Adults
Authors: Sandler Melissa , Almohaish Sulaiman , Brophy Gretchen M. ,   Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacotherapy and Outcomes Science, Richmond, Virginia, USA
Published: March 2021

Pharmacological management of intracerebral hemorrhage in adult patients over 65 years of age requires special considerations due to differing clinical presentations, underlying organ dysfunction, and more complex medical histories and medication profiles. A literature review of articles focusing on the age-specific pharmacological management of intracerebral hemorrhage was conducted. Treatment approaches and clinical outcomes specific to older adults were evaluated and therapeutic considerations for this population are summarized. Older adults were commonly included in trials regarding reversal of anticoagulants and antiplatelet agents and these results are generalizable to older adults. Underlying organ dysfunction should frequently be considered throughout the treatment of intracerebral hemorrhage in older adults. Older adults with intracerebral hemorrhage should be managed similarly to younger adult patients; however, consideration of age-related comorbidities and physiological differences is critically important for optimizing patient care.
Irony According to Rorty’s Human Philosophy Perspective
Authors: Prativi Martina , Siraj Ahsan
Published: March 2021

In the humanist philosophy of Richard Rorty, the existence and concept of nihilism is used to scrutinize the theory of irony. Nihilism and the humanitarian crisis of cruelty underpin Rorty’s philosophical thinking. One of his basic ideas is how humans have a particular attitude in perceiving reality, which can be found in terms of irony. This term provides a humanist grounding for coping with humanitarian issues in the present day, in this regard functioning as a frame for understanding put forward by Rorty within human selfhood. This literature review is based on both primary and secondary sources, with the formers referring to books written by Rorty, while the latter comprises information from books, journals, articles, and research papers discussing Rorty and human philosophy, especially existentialism. The research steps undertaken were data collection, classification, description, and analysis, and methodological elements were interpretation, heuristics, compilation, and reflection. The results provide an understanding of the use of Rorty’s word, “irony,” a consequence of humans tending to overlook their position as human beings. Humans are apparently ironic for seeing things critically, yet are capable of taking steps in any conditions. The meaning of irony can be understood as humans in the present day acting for others (in a social context). The virtue of ironists is conscious thought that may exist regarding the presence of others inside themselves, with language simply being an intermediary, functioning as a tool for dialectical needs. Humans construct history by considering three things that can be classified as morality, language, and socially constructed basic investigations.
The Power of a Leader in the Samin People’s Opposition Movement to the Development of a Cement Factory in the North Kendeng Mountains
Authors: Asrawijaya Enkin , Hudayana Bambang
Published: March 2021

This paper explores the role of a leader in the Samin people’s opposition movement to the construction of a cement factory in the Kendeng Mountains, Java, Indonesia, using Agency Theory. Using Agency Theory can readily explain why the Samin people, who undertook passive opposition to state hegemony, were later able to undertake active and open opposition. Agency became an important factor enabling the Samin people to mount an opposition that was active, open and organized. This agency is about the person of Gunretno. Data were collected using the interview and participation‒observation methods. Interviews were conducted regarding a leader who acted as an agent for opposition actions, and with informants drawn from Samin residential circles and stakeholders who supported the Samin people’s opposition movement. The results revealed that agency is a major contributor to interpreting an opposition movement’s ideological formulation, development of networks, stakeholder support, opposition movement actions of advocacy, and peaceful demonstrations. The Samin people’s opposition actions enhanced their credibility, thus contributing to their movement’s victories through the courts. These findings contribute to social movement theory, particularly in relation to farmers’ movements and traditional communities.
Dualism in the South Halmahera Government’s Policy on Managing Diversity in the Bacan Sultanate
Authors: Andries Flavius Floris
Published: March 2021

The issue of dualism in the South Halmahera government policy on managing cultural diversity in the Bacan Sultanate is an interesting phenomenon to study. Saruma, the multicultural icon used to manage diversity in the Bacan Sultanate, is not reflected in governmental policy or society, in general. This study focused on three research questions: 1) What is the socio-historical context of the Bacan Sultanate from which the concept of Saruma emerged? 2) Why has the South Halmahera government failed to apply the concept of Saruma in its policy on managing diversity? 3) What are the impacts of this dualism on the people? This qualitative research employed observation techniques to understand the community’s dynamics. In-depth interviews were conducted to obtain data concerning the people’s social lives as well as the government’s policy and its impact on society. A literature review was undertaken to understand related research and to formulate a theoretical framework as an analytical device. The results showed that in spite of the cultural authority owned by the Sultanate, the absence of political authority has led to a failure to implement its Saruma concept in managing the cultural diversity. The change of political system from representation to participation has also led to transactional politics, which benefits the majority but disadvantages the minority, and the traditions of domination and hegemony, in turn, have discriminated against the minority, endangering their identity.
An Assessment of Final Year Pre-Service Teachers’ Readiness to Use ICT to Teach Implication for COVID-19 Education Response
Authors: Joy Egede (Ph.D) Bernadette Amukahara
Published: March 2021

Readiness of teachers to use Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to teach is currently a significant issue due to its relationship to online teaching/learning which is a global COVID-19 education response. Preparing future teachers to ICT effectively to facilitate variety of online learning modes is a huge challenge for teacher training institutions, especially in developing nations like Nigeria. In this study, the ICT readiness of final year pre-service teachers in the degree programme of College of Education, Agbor, Delta State, Nigeria was assessed. The data gathered using a Likert questionnaire was computer-analyzed. The findings suggest that the pre-service teachers were ready with respect to the following indicators.· Awareness and motivation to use ICT to teach.· Confidence to use ICT to teach.· Availability of internet/mobile network facilities in their environments.· They were very ready with respect to perception on the benefits of ICT in teaching and learning.They did not express readiness in terms of the following indicators.*Acquisition of adequate knowledge and skills on the use of ICT devices during training.*Personal ownership of ICT devices (e.g., computers/laptops).It is therefore recommended that compulsory personal ownership of laptops and relevant ICT devices by pre-service teachers could help them practice and acquire necessary ICT skills more adequately during their training.
Ordenamiento territorial y participación social: problemas y posibilidades
Authors: Vázquez Solís Valente ,   Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí (UASL)
Published: March 2021

Este libro se propuso en 2007, en el marco de la Cuarta Reunión Internacional de Ordenamiento Territorial celebrada en San Luis Potosí, cuyo tema central fue la participación social en la organización espacial. Por ello mismo, los autores han privilegiado los enfoques participativos en sus diferentes escalas: local, municipal, regional y nacional, con lo que los marcos de análisis ecológico y territorial adquieren el matiz transdisciplinario, hoy por demás necesario
Disfunciones cognitivas en adultos mayores con depresión
Authors: López Sánchez Jorge Darío , Granados Ramos Dora Elizabeth
Published: March 2021

La depresión es uno de los trastornos mentales con mayor prevalencia a nivel mundial. Quien la padece ve afectada su funcionalidad diaria debido a la sintomatología negativa, aislamiento social y disminución de la actividad psicomotora. Si se presenta durante el envejecimiento, puede incapacitar a la persona cuando, además de los síntomas depresivos, existen alteraciones cognitivas significativas. El tratamiento usual para los trastornos depresivos son los Inhibidores Selectivos de la Recaptación de Serotonina (ISRSs), no obstante, en los adultos mayores que presentan disfunción ejecutiva, dicho tratamiento puede tener menor efectividad, por lo que se deben analizar otros fármacos y métodos psicoterapéuticos que mejoren la calidad de vida de las personas. Por lo anterior, el objetivo de este artículo fue proporcionar una descripción de las disfunciones cognitivas presentes en adultos mayores con depresión, así como brindar algunas pautas para su tratamiento.
¿Héroes o villanos? Azúcares en la salud y la enfermedad
Authors: Ávila Fernández Ángela , del Moral Sandra , Ortiz-Soto María Elena
Published: March 2021

Cuando escuchamos hablar de azúcares, generalmente los asociamos con postres y golosinas, y en un segundo plano con enfermedades como caries, diabetes y obesidad. En redes sociales, blogs y revistas, se refuerza frecuentemente la idea de que los azúcares son nocivos para nuestra salud y por tanto hay que evitarlos. Así pues, el carácter “virtuoso” de los azúcares es inseparable en el imaginario colectivo de su contraparte “malvada”. Además de los relacionados con la dieta, existen otros azúcares con gran diversidad funcional, cuyo papel es fundamental en varios eventos fisiológicos y patológicos. Aquí te explicamos algunos de los asombrosos procesos que son dirigidos, regulados o acompañados por estos azúcares, y analizamos sus efectos en la salud y la enfermedad.
Palabras clave: azúcares, glicoconjugados, infección, interacciones humano-patógeno.
AlfaBtiCs para la mejora de habilidades y conocimientos digitales
Authors: Salazar Peña Jesús Carlos
Published: March 2021

Una de las principales problemáticas al introducir tecnologías en la educación, es la capacitación de los profesores, ya que sus procesos de adaptación han sido complicados pues incluso aquellos que ya han tenido un acercamiento con ellas, aún les resulta difícil su comprensión, aplicación, e implementación dentro las aulas. A pesar de los esfuerzos por realizar campañas de capacitación y de equipar las aulas con tecnología con pizarras electrónicas, proyectores, material digital, entre otros; aún existen aulas en las cuales dicho material se ha vuelto obsoleto, por una mala administración y falta de interés por parte del cuerpo educativo.
La propuesta que presentamos a la problemática antes mencionada es la elaboración de un curso digital, multimedia e interactivo al que llamamos AlfaBtiCs, que a manera de alfabetización digital permite a los profesores comprender de mejor manera algunos de los elementos básicos tales como la interfaz de usuario, la navegación por internet y la búsqueda, uso y presentación de información.
Palabras clave: alfabetización digital, medios digitales, capacitación, conocimiento.
Trabajo social en la educación: el futuro del bienestar infantil
Authors: Matus Avendaño Julio César , Cornejo Hernández Lizbeth Alejandra , López Pérez Valeria
Published: March 2021

Recientemente en México, el Trabajo Social ha sido reconocido como una profesión esencial para la educación básica, la cual incluye la Educación Inicial, el preescolar, la primaria y la secundaria. Es importante reconocer el papel que juega esta profesión para lograr los objetivos que se plantean las instituciones educativas.
Palabras clave: trabajo social, educación, educación inicial, intervención.
Validation of the Empathy Quotient (EQ) - Greek version
Authors: Pehlivanidis Artemios , Tasios Konstantinos , Papanikolaou Katerina , Douzenis Athanassios , Michopoulos Ioannis
Published: March 2021

The original English language Empathy Quotient (EQ) is a self-reporting questionnaire that measures the construct of empathy in adults of normal intelligence. The EQ is sensitive to gender, and neurodevelopmental disorders. The EQ has been translated to many languages all over the world. The EQ – Greek version may be available through open access from www.autismresearchcentre.com. Aim of the present study was to validate the EQ- Greek version.The study took place in the 1st and 2nd Departments of Psychiatry of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), “Eginition” and “Attikon” Hospitals respectively, and in the Korydallos Prison Psychiatric Clinic in Athens. Two groups completed the original 60 items version. One group consisted of general population and volunteer students from post graduate training programs (normal control group, N= 127) and the other group of patients recruited from the Adult Neurodevelopmental Disorders Unit of the 1st Department of Psychiatry of NKUA, the outpatients’ clinic of the 2nd Department of Psychiatry of NKUA and the Korydallos Prison Psychiatric Clinic (patient group, N=196). Three versions of the EQ were examined: the EQ-40, EQ-28 and EQ-15. All versions showed very good internal validity: Cronbach’s a value was 0.902, 0.892 and 0.793 respectively. They all showed good test-retest variability: the Intraclass Correlation Coefficient was 0.928, 0.924 and 0.855 respectively. Concurrent validity examined by the correlation analysis with the Interpersonal Reactivity Index (IRI) showed non-significant correlations between the EQ and the IRI. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) indicated a one-factor structure for the three versions. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) for the one-factor structure showed a good fit for all the three versions. CFA for the three-factor structures (Cognitive Empathy, Emotional Empathy, Social Skills) showed also a good fit for EQ-28 and the EQ-15. When the EQ-40 was used as a measure of empathy in a single dimension in adults, the EQ discriminated the normal control group from the patients’ group. The mean EQ score for the total sample was 35.84 with the lowest scoring being among Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) patients. As expected, females scored higher than males (p<0.001). To conclude, the Greek version of EQ showed good psychometric properties and could serve as a useful tool for clinicians to assess empathy in clinical populations and especially in subjects with ASD and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
Social isolation and loneliness in old age: Exploring their role in mental and physical health
Authors: Tragantzopoulou Panagiota , Giannouli Vaitsa
Published: March 2021

The current review has the ultimate scope to accurately define social isolation and loneliness while highlighting the serious repercussions on health and behavior. Daily hundreds of people across the globe report suffering from social isolation and loneliness; an over whelming feeling of emptiness, unworthiness and personal failure. Human beings are social species that have the need to nurture reliable and secure social settings to survive. Simultaneously, trustworthy social relationships are critical for mental and physical wellbeing whereas impaired social interactions can lead to social isolation and loneliness. In an attempt to tease out and elucidate salient problems and issues, we seek to critically compose studies, views and issues from a variety of perspectives by providing opposing standpoints and conversational voices instead of intensifying traditional narratives and dominant discourses. Few aspects of social isolation and loneliness are untouched by scientific attention. The role of these concepts in old age is no exception and arguably has a tremendous impact in multiple aspects of life. Social isolation and loneliness are two distinctive concepts that have been identified as risk factors for wellbeing, health and everyday functioning in profound ways. Therefore, we aimed to examine the associations with various psychiatric disorders for instance anxiety, depression, psychotic disorder and Alzheimer’s disease as well as with a variety of physical disorders such as cardiovascular diseases, cholesterol and autoimmune diseases. Given the alarming records from healthcare which depict an almost two-fold rise in healthcare attendance, we attempt to assemble the proposed interventions through an in-depth review of the current literature available and provide the incentive for constructive and collective thought. To our theoretical understanding, in order to better comprehend these psychosocial concepts and deliver timely and more effective personalized interventions to those in need, it is of paramount importance to thoroughly examine the identified causal links. However, further research is required for the reduction or the deletion of the undesired effects.
HUBUNGAN MINAT SISWA BELAJAR BAHASA ARAB DENGAN STANDAR NASIONAL PENDIDIKAN DI MAN ACEH BARAT (The Correlation between Student’s Interest in Learning Arabic and National Education Standard at Islamic Senior High Schools in Aceh Barat))
Authors: Mubshirah Dara
Published: March 2021

Interest and national education standard are two important factors for students in learning Arabic language. The purpose of this study is to find out the correlation between the student's interest in learning Arabic and national education standards. This study used the correlational method. The data collection tools used questionnaire which was carried out on 130 students of MAN Aceh Barat and 3 Arabic teachers of MAN Aceh Barat. The data were analyzed by using chi-square with α= 0,05. The result of the study showed that there was relation between interest in learning Arabic and standard process at MAN Aceh Barat (P-value = 0,03), there was no relation between interest in learning Arabic and educational assessment standards at MAN Aceh Barat (P-value = 0,182).
Famílias em situação plurilíngue: ideologias linguísticas
Authors: Pupp Spinassé Karen , Mozzillo Isabella
Published: March 2021

As famílias linguisticamente mistas possuem um acordo, tácito ou explícito, que constitui a política linguística familiar (KING; LOGAN-TERRY, 2008; MOZZILLO; PUPP SPINASSÉ, 2020) e que define as práticas cotidianas, bem como o projeto de transmissão e de manutenção (ou não) das línguas. Quando a(s) língua(s) do lar não coincide(m) com a(s) do mundo exterior, pode haver uma situação de confronto entre o que é minoritário e o que é majoritário. A forma como a família vai lidar com o plurilinguismo é, frequentemente, uma escolha pautada não necessariamente em uma decisão consciente ou esclarecida, mas é, em grande parte, influenciada por ideologias linguísticas (WOOLARD, 2007) – as quais nem sempre estão de acordo com o que apontam resultados de estudos da área, já que essas ideologias estão constantemente imbuídas de crenças (PAJARES, 1992). Assim, dependendo das práticas adotadas, a família pode determinar e fomentar o bilinguismo das crianças, ou pode mesmo impedir que os filhos sejam criados com mais de uma língua, levando ao monolinguismo. Nesse sentido, o presente artigo pretende abordar algumas ideologias linguísticas obtidas do discurso de pais e mães de famílias em situação plurilíngue, apresentando os ideologemas encontrados.
O quimbundo e o português do Libolo (Angola): línguas em contato
Authors: Araújo Paulo Jeferson Pilar , Petter Margarida
Published: March 2021

O português de Angola e sua subvariedade do município do Libolo, província do Kwanza Sul, é segunda língua para uma boa parcela da população daquele município. Este artigo apresenta resultados decorrentes de investigações no âmbito de um projeto interinstitucional e internacional: o Projeto Libolo, focalizando especificamente o contato do quimbundo na sua variedade conhecida como ngoya ou kibala (H23) com o português do Libolo. Para tratamento dos dados utilizam-se os modelos teóricos desenvolvidos por Myers-Scotton (2002; 2016), notadamente o modelo dos 4-M como forma de verificar as preferências lexicais nos fenômenos de codeswitching e empréstimo entre as duas línguas em foco. São apresentados dados preliminares do corpus do quimbundo examinados sob o prisma dos modelos teóricos em pauta neste trabalho. Busca-se ainda compreender como o português e o quimbundo estão se relacionando como línguas em contato e como essa relação pode contribuir para as discussões sobre um continuum afro-brasileiro de português (PETTER, 2008).
French from Here, is it French? The Construction of Normativity Judgements in Peripheral European Francophone Communities
Authors: Francard Michel
Published: March 2021

This article deals with the diatopic variation of French in its relation to normative discourse, more specifically French as practised in Belgium, exemplified here by the fields of lexicon and syntax. It describes the purist discourse of the last century which is evolving towards a modification of the normative hierarchy, an emancipation from linguistic hegemony, both in the scientific world and in the representations of the speakers. It also leads to a valuable questioning of the identity of the actors responsible for the construction of normative judgements.
THE UTILIZATION OF FLASH CARDS IN TEACHING ENGLISH TO YOUNG LEARNERS
Authors: Nuryani Novi , Fadloeli Odo
Published: March 2021

Media in learning process is very intact because it will be supported from  the learning to be more easily exposed. Many experts say that with the media, it can help teachers and students in the learning process to be able and achieve the goals of the learning process. This research aimed it introducing and describing how the  preparation and utilization of the flash cards media are used by teachers in teaching English to young learners. This research was conducted at SDN Baros Mandiri 2 Cimahi. The method used in this research is the descriptive research in accordance with the case study that occurred. The source of the data was the English teacher and the subjects were the second grade students of SDN Baros Mandiri 2 Cimahi. Observation, interviews and documentation are the data collection techniques used in this research. The findings reveal that teachers use flash card media according to the material to be delivered to young learners. Based on the results of the research the flash card media can help facilitate teachers in the delivery of learning material, students are also more enthusiastic, excited and very happy to learn English and very influential in the teaching and learning process.  Keywords:  instructional media, utilization of instructional media, flash Card
DEIXIS IN THE SONG LYRIC “LEVEL OF CONCERN” BY TWENTY ONE PILOTS
Authors: Nurjamilah Siti , Efransyah Efransyah
Published: March 2021

The title of this research is deixis in the Song Lyrics “Level of Concern” by Twenty One Pilots. The objectives of this research are to identify the type of deixis and to find out the dominant types of deixis that are mostly used in the song lyrics entitled Level of Concern. This research used descriptive qualitative method. The researchers took the data from (Joseph, 2020) of the song lyric entitled “Level of Concern” by Twenty One Pilots, for it describes the current world situation, and the lyrics of the song contains a wide range of deixis that have attracted the researchers to examine this song. After conducting this research, the researchers concluded that three types of deixis namely personal, spatial, and temporal deixis. Personal deixis divided into three parts: the first person as speaker, the second person as hearer and the third person as others, with 77 words in that song. Temporal deixis showed a certain period of time which consist of 3 words, and the spatial deixis describes the location in a conversation which consist of  2 words. The major type from the whole data are personal deixis, because they represent the singer and the message which wanted to be delivered to the listeners. Keywords:  Pragmatic, Deixis, Song Lyric
STUDENTS' PERSPECTIVE AND EXPERIENCE ON THE USE OF ENGLISH AS MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION IN INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS CLASS: A QUALITATIVE INTERVIEW STUDY
Authors: Doloksaribu Novel , Simanjuntak Debora Chaterin
Published: March 2021

As higher education institutions strive to become increasingly international, English-medium teaching has become a main concern to develop students’ English proficiency in preparing them for international competition. Therefore, this study aims to investigate students’ perceptions and experience on a program called PEBUC. It is a program devised by the Faculty of Economy at Universitas Advent Indonesia (UNAI) in which the concept is derived from English Medium Instruction (EMI). It is a qualitative interview study, used to assess people’s experience, perceptions, behaviors and other aspects. Semi-structured interview was implemented to 10 informants who had experienced taking the program. The findings of this study showed two themes emerged on how students perceived the program; those themes are Promote Thinking-learning system and Stimulate Learners’ Engagement. Furthermore, there are two themes that characterize the experience of informants on the program; which are, Enhance recognition of English Language and Self-regulated learning. Meanwhile regarding the needs of program development there are two themes emerged: Learning Resources and Analysis on Students’ Prerequisites. All themes emerged from obtained sub-themes.
A DEIXIS ANALYSIS OF SONG LYRICS IN “I WANT TO BREAK FREE” BY QUEEN
Authors: Saputra Sutrisno , Apsari Yanuarti
Published: March 2021

A Deixis Analysis of Song Lyrics in Queen “I Want to Break Free”. The aim of the research are to analyze the three types of deixis analysis using Yule (1996) theory and to identify the dominant deixis found in the lyrics. Researchers chose this song as the subject of analysis because of the song's popularity and it also consisted of deictic words and reference meanings. This study was conducted by using descriptive qualitative method. The data this research are lyrics of “I want to break free” song by Queen. In addition, this song was classified into three types of deixis analysis based on their own criteria. The result of the research showed that there are three types of deixis found in the song. They are: Person deixis (94%), Spatial deixis: (3%), Temporal deixis: (3%). In addition, the highest percentage of all is Person deixis. It means that the use of personal deixis indicated the participant in this song.  Keywords:  Analysis, Deixis, Song, Lyrics
TEACHERS’ STRATEGIES IN TEACHING READING COMPREHENSION
Authors: Nurdianingsih Fitri
Published: March 2021

Abstract This study is aimed at portraying teacher’s strategies in teaching reading comprehension to students by involving an English teacher. In collecting the data, interview was conducted to identify the strategies of teaching reading comprehension. The result revealed that the strategies used by the teacher were understanding text, individual and group learning strategy, and QAR strategy. The result indicated that teachers need to be equipped by strategies in teaching reading comprehension in order to help the students to cope with the difficulties in learning English. The choice of strategies was adapted by the teachers with the materials, the syllabus and curriculum. Those strategies were effective in teaching reading comprehension because it can help student to comprehend the text and they could exchange their opinion with their friends. Keywords:  teachers’ strategy, reading comprehension
EXPLORATION OF EFL TEACHERS’ EXPERIENCE TOWARD THE IMPLEMENTATION OF E-LEARNING AMIDST THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC: A QUALITATIVE INTERVIEW STUDY
Authors: Karaeng Lee Getsemanita , Simanjuntak Debora Catherin
Published: March 2021

This ongoing pandemic has demanded a rapid response to the unparalleled suspension of face-to-face teaching around the world. There has consequently been a growing interest in finding out how educators cope up with the transition. This study aims to explore the experience that EFL teachers in Jayapura encountered regarding the implementation of e-learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic. The data were collected through semi-structured interviews. A selection of 11 EFL teachers as the informants of this study was made based on the criteria of the study. By synthesizing the relevant literature with the collected data which were analyzed using thematic analysis, the findings were valued and wisely reviewed. The examination results of this study showed there are two emerging themes on teachers' experience in implementing e-learning, the themes are facilitating student learning and outcomes and self-regulated learning. Other themes that appeared were reviewed in terms of challenges, namely, obtaining interactive learning and teaching adjustment during transition. The findings can have important implications for ensuring the effective use of implementing e-learning toward English teaching.
THE UTILIZATION OF KINEMASTER APPLICATIONS IN THE MAKING OF MULTIMEDIA BASED TEACHING MATERIALS FOR ENGLISH E-LEARNING IN NEW NORMAL (COVID-19)
Authors: Haryudin Acep , Imanullah Farhan
Published: March 2021

The objectives of this study are; 1) to determine the ability in implementing online learning and multimedia use, 2) to determine the difficulties in online learning and difficulties in providing multimedia-based learning. 3. to assist participant in making multimedia-based learning media with the Kinemaster application. Researchers use descriptive qualitative methods. Respondents in this study were prospective students participating of English Education study program. 62.5% of respondents when teaching always use multimedia, 25% sometimes use multimedia in teaching, and 12.5% rarely use multimedia. Regarding difficulties in class management as much as 50%, in time management 25% and difficulties in operating software 25%. Other obstacles experienced are; 42.9% of the obstacles are networking, then 42.9% of the software application systems are not easy to operate and electrical energy sources 14.3%. The number of respondent 100% not only know but have also used the kinemaster application in making multimedia-based learning media by 62.5%, and 37.5% who never used the kinemaster, 62.5% of respondents said it was easy and 37.5% still had difficulties,. kinemaster really helps respondents in learning as much as 50% stated that they were helped, 12.5% did not feel helped, and 37.5% stated that it was normal. Keywords:  Kinemaster, Multimedia, English Online Learning
O que quer o cinema queer?
Authors: Campos Baga de Bagaceira Souza , Rodrigues Hanna Claudia Freitas
Published: March 2021

Entrevista realizado com o diretor de cinema canadense queer Bruce LaBruce.
Teoría general de sistemas: conceptos y aplicaciones
Authors: Ossa Ossa Carlos Alberto
Published: March 2021

Este es un libro texto y no pretende otra cosa. Está dirigido especialmente a los estudiantes que deban cursar, en su currículo tanto de pregrado como de postgrado, temas relacionados con la Teoría General de Sistemas (abreviaremos T.G.S.). Trata de estar al tanto de los últimos desarrollos en el campo, aunque no es una visión exhaustiva del mismo. Con respecto a su predecesor, se amplió sensiblemente el tema de la “Teoría de la Complejidad”. Se han añadido nuevos ejemplos, especialmente de campos diferentes a los de la física.
Perfil del cliente de los gimnasios y centros de acondicionamiento físico caso Pereira
Authors: Gómez Hincapié Ángela Jasmín , Zapata Valencia Carlos Danilo , Cardona Triana Claudia Patricia , Millán Gaviria Roberto , García Fernández Jerónimo
Published: March 2021

La demanda del deporte está incrementándose en todos los países a nivel mundial. La literatura de gestión deportiva hace hincapié en variables que pueden determinar el consumo de productos y servicios deportivos. En este caso, la calidad y el valor de los servicios deportivos, así como, la satisfacción con estos, son variables decisivas para que los consumidores sigan comprando, ya que la calidad en los servicios se mide por la respuesta o percepción del cliente frente a la relación entre lo que recibe y lo que espera (Millán Caballero, Santana Lugones y Escoriza Martínez, 2016). Por tanto, hablar de mercados y servicios es imposible hacerlo sin tener en cuenta a los clientes o usuarios. En ocasiones, se idean y diseñan servicios antes de identificar al cliente, creyendo que una buena campaña de marketing y comunicación, atraerá la atención de aquellos que estén interesados y se puedan captar (Perea, 2013). Para mayor efectividad, los mercados estables realizan segmentaciones para entender ...
VIROLOGICAL AND IMMUNOLOGICAL FEATURES OF SARS-COV-2 INFECTED CHILDREN WITH DISTINCT SYMPTOMATOLOGY
Authors: Cotugno Nicola , Ruggiero Alessandra , Pascucci Giuseppe , Bonfante Francesco , Petrara Maria , Zicari Sonia , Cifaldi Loredana , Zangari Paola , Bernardi Stefania , Cursi Laura , Medri Chiara , Santilli Veronica , Manno Emma , Amodio Donato , Linardos Giulia , Piccioni Livia , Barbieri Maria , Perrotta Daniela , Campana Andrea , Donà Daniele , Giaquinto Carlo , Team Cactus Study , Concato Carlo , Brodin Petter , Rossi Paolo , Rossi Anita De , Palma Paolo
Published: March 2021

BACKGROUND: Despite SARS-CoV-2 immunizations have started in most
countries, children are not currently included in the vaccination
programs, thus it remains crucial to define their anti-SARS-CoV-2 immune
response in order to minimize the risk for other epidemic waves. This
study seeks to provide a description of the virology ad anti-SARS-CoV-2
immunity in children with distinct symptomatology. METHODS: Between
March and July 2020, we recruited 15 SARS-CoV-2 asymptomatic (AS) and 51
symptomatic children (SY), stratified according to WHO clinical
classification. We measured SARS-CoV-2 viral load using ddPCR and qPCR
in longitudinally collected nasopharyngeal swabs samples. To define
anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies we measured neutralization activity and total
IgG load (Diasorin). We also evaluated antigen-specific B and
CD8+T-cells, using a labelled S1+S2 protein and ICAM expression,
respectively. Plasma protein profiling was performed with Olink.
RESULTS: Virological profiling showed that AS had lower viral load at
diagnosis (p=0.004) and faster virus clearance (p=0.0002) compared to
SY. Anti-SARS CoV-2 humoral and cellular response did not appear to be
associated with the presence of symptoms. AS and SY showed similar
titers of SARS-CoV-2 IgG, levels of neutralizing activity, and frequency
of Ag-specific B and CD8+T-cells. Whereas pro-inflammatory plasma
protein profile was associated to symptomatology. CONCLUSION: We
demonstrated the development of anti-SARS-CoV-2 humoral and cellular
response with any regards to symptomatology, suggesting the ability of
both SY and AS to contribute towards herd immunity. The virological
profiling of AS suggested that they have lower virus load associated
with faster virus clearance.
Isolated facial diplegia: A rare presentation of Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Authors: Sardar Sundus , Sasi Sreethish , Arachchige Suresh Menik , Melikyan Gayane , Zahid Muhammad
Published: March 2021

Facial Nerve palsy is a neurological condition that causes partial or
complete impairment of the facial nerve. Bilateral facial nerve palsy is
rare with an incidence of 1 per 5,000,000. We report the case of a
34-year-old gentleman who presented with sudden-onset bilateral lower
motor neuron (LMN) facial weakness.